BEGIN:VCALENDAR VERSION:2.0 PRODID:-//Friends of the Forest Sedona - ECPv6.15.17.1//NONSGML v1.0//EN CALSCALE:GREGORIAN METHOD:PUBLISH X-WR-CALNAME:Friends of the Forest Sedona X-ORIGINAL-URL:https://www.friendsoftheforestsedona.org X-WR-CALDESC:Events for Friends of the Forest Sedona REFRESH-INTERVAL;VALUE=DURATION:PT1H X-Robots-Tag:noindex X-PUBLISHED-TTL:PT1H BEGIN:VTIMEZONE TZID:America/Phoenix BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0700 TZOFFSETTO:-0700 TZNAME:MST DTSTART:20180101T000000 END:STANDARD END:VTIMEZONE BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Phoenix:20200407T080000 DTEND;TZID=America/Phoenix:20200407T100000 DTSTAMP:20260417T125454 CREATED:20191127T191111Z LAST-MODIFIED:20191221T165241Z UID:2053-1586246400-1586253600@www.friendsoftheforestsedona.org SUMMARY:Birding Walk DESCRIPTION:Birding Walks with naturalist and birder authority Kevin Harding. \nGet outdoors and learn about the varied bird life in Sedona and the Verde Valley. You will walk just over a mile on level ground and have a chance to see a wide variety of wetland species and well as winter birds native to Arizona. \nPlease provide an email address when you register for use in contacting you if weather forces a cancellation. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Wear subdued clothing\, bring binoculars or a spotting scope\, and drinking water. \nFor location and to register\, call 928-203-2903. URL:https://www.friendsoftheforestsedona.org/events/birding-walk-19/ LOCATION:For location information and to register\, call 928-203-2903\, Location to be announced prior to walk ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.friendsoftheforestsedona.org/wp-content/uploads/2019/12/Red-Tailed-Hawk-w300.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Phoenix:20200403T110000 DTEND;TZID=America/Phoenix:20200403T120000 DTSTAMP:20260417T125455 CREATED:20200130T015656Z LAST-MODIFIED:20200218T213506Z UID:2138-1585911600-1585915200@www.friendsoftheforestsedona.org SUMMARY:First Friday Presentation - Native American Flutes DESCRIPTION:Join Friends of the Forest member Jim Wilson for a presentation and demonstration about native flutes.  Jim is a long-time FOF member\, a docent at V-Bar-V Heritage Site\, and a student of our local Native American heritage.\nThe Sedona area has a rich history in the progression of the native flute to its present form.  This presentation will focus on an actual replica of the oldest wooden flute ever found\, the “Anasazi flute”.  Played by ancient puebloans in this area\, its image can be found on the rock walls at Cultural Heritage sites.\nSpace is limited to 40 participants.  For more information\, call 928-203-2903\n  \n  URL:https://www.friendsoftheforestsedona.org/events/first-friday-presentation-native-american-flutes/ LOCATION:Red Rock Ranger District Visitor Center\, 8375 SR 179\, Sedona\, AZ\, 86351\, United States ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.friendsoftheforestsedona.org/wp-content/uploads/2019/04/JimW.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Phoenix:20200331T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/Phoenix:20200331T120000 DTSTAMP:20260417T125455 CREATED:20191220T232347Z LAST-MODIFIED:20191220T232347Z UID:2097-1585648800-1585656000@www.friendsoftheforestsedona.org SUMMARY:Red Rock Geology Walk DESCRIPTION:Geology Walk with earth science specialist Chris Weld. \nSedona’s legendary red rocks evolved over millions of years\, as wind and water shaped and sculpted the land. View the dramatic effects of Oak Creek Canyon faulting and examine sedimentary\, volcanic and erosional land features. \nDiscover more of Sedona’s geologic story through this two-hour moderate hiking adventure. \nBring plenty of water and wear hiking shoes. For location information and to register\, call 928-203-2903 URL:https://www.friendsoftheforestsedona.org/events/red-rock-geology-walk-8/ LOCATION:For location information and to register\, call 928-203-2903\, Location to be announced prior to walk ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.friendsoftheforestsedona.org/wp-content/uploads/2018/12/GeologyWalk.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Phoenix:20200328T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/Phoenix:20200328T140000 DTSTAMP:20260417T125455 CREATED:20200218T230340Z LAST-MODIFIED:20200218T230340Z UID:2220-1585389600-1585404000@www.friendsoftheforestsedona.org SUMMARY:Arizona Archaeology Month Presentation - Ancient Technology Demo at V-Bar-V DESCRIPTION:Join Friends of the Forest member Bob Erb as he demonstrates a wide array of ancient technology tools.  His talk and demonstration will help explain common activities of the daily life of the ancient residents of the Verde Valley.\nThis event will take place at the V-Bar-V Heritage Site.  A Red Rock Pass or equivalent entrance fee required for each vehicle.  Pets are not permitted.  Bring walking shoes\, hat sunscreen\, and drinking water.\nFor more information\, call 928-203-2903\n  \n  URL:https://www.friendsoftheforestsedona.org/events/arizona-archaeology-month-presentation-ancient-technology-demo-at-v-bar-v/ LOCATION:V Bar V Heritage Site ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.friendsoftheforestsedona.org/wp-content/uploads/2019/02/Ancient-Fire-Making-Methods.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Phoenix:20200324T080000 DTEND;TZID=America/Phoenix:20200324T100000 DTSTAMP:20260417T125455 CREATED:20191127T191000Z LAST-MODIFIED:20191221T171230Z UID:2051-1585036800-1585044000@www.friendsoftheforestsedona.org SUMMARY:Birding Walk DESCRIPTION:Birding Walks with naturalist and birder authority Kevin Harding. \nGet outdoors and learn about the varied bird life in Sedona and the Verde Valley. You will walk just over a mile on level ground and have a chance to see a wide variety of wetland species and well as winter birds native to Arizona. \nPlease provide an email address when you register for use in contacting you if weather forces a cancellation. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Wear subdued clothing\, bring binoculars or a spotting scope\, and drinking water. \nFor location and to register\, call 928-203-2903. URL:https://www.friendsoftheforestsedona.org/events/birding-walk-18/ LOCATION:For location information and to register\, call 928-203-2903\, Location to be announced prior to walk ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.friendsoftheforestsedona.org/wp-content/uploads/2018/12/RedTailedHawk.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Phoenix:20200321T123000 DTEND;TZID=America/Phoenix:20200321T140000 DTSTAMP:20260417T125455 CREATED:20200218T222420Z LAST-MODIFIED:20200222T170204Z UID:2216-1584793800-1584799200@www.friendsoftheforestsedona.org SUMMARY:Arizona Archaeology Month Presentation - Spring Equinox at V-Bar-V DESCRIPTION:Jake Newhouse is a Forest Service volunteer docent and long-time site host at V-Bar-V and Palatki.  He is also a member of the Arizona and Verde Valley Archaeology Societies.  Join him for a presentation about the spring equinox at the V-Bar-V Heritage Site.  He will explain how the light and shadows cross the rock art panel on this special day.\nA Red Rock Pass or equivalent entrance fee is required for each vehicle.  Pets are not permitted.  Bring walking shoes\, hat\, sunscreen\, and drinking water.\nFor more information\, call 928-203-2903\n  \n  URL:https://www.friendsoftheforestsedona.org/events/arizona-archaeology-month-presentation-spring-equinox-at-v-bar-v/ LOCATION:V Bar V Heritage Site ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.friendsoftheforestsedona.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/02/April-Calendar-from-Candice.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Phoenix:20200317T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/Phoenix:20200317T110000 DTSTAMP:20260417T125455 CREATED:20191127T191559Z LAST-MODIFIED:20191127T191559Z UID:2057-1584435600-1584442800@www.friendsoftheforestsedona.org SUMMARY:Nature Hike DESCRIPTION:Join Friends of the Forest volunteer and naturalist Kevin Harding on an outdoor adventure.  Learn about the varied plant and animal life in Sedona and the Verde Valley. You will walk about a mile on gently rolling ground with good footing and see many native plant species and hopefully some animal signs (tracks and scat). \n \n \n \n \n \n Wear good hiking boots or walking shoes\, a hat\, and layered clothing.  You may want to bring binoculars (optional).  Bring plenty of drinking water. \nFor location and to register\, call 928-203-2903. URL:https://www.friendsoftheforestsedona.org/events/nature-hike-4/ LOCATION:For location information and to register\, call 928-203-2903\, Location to be announced prior to walk ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.friendsoftheforestsedona.org/wp-content/uploads/2018/12/Raccoon.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Phoenix:20200313T110000 DTEND;TZID=America/Phoenix:20200313T120000 DTSTAMP:20260417T125455 CREATED:20200218T215319Z LAST-MODIFIED:20200218T215458Z UID:2198-1584097200-1584100800@www.friendsoftheforestsedona.org SUMMARY:Arizona Archaeology Month Presentation - Pre-Columbian Agaves in the SW USA DESCRIPTION: \nJoin botanists Wendy Hodgson and Andrew Salywon from the Desert Botanical Garden for a presentation about their search for Agave domesticates in the Verde Valley.  They will discuss the importance of agaves to Mesoamerica and its cultures.\nSpace is limited to 40 participants.  For more information\, call 928-203-2903\n  \n  URL:https://www.friendsoftheforestsedona.org/events/arizona-archaeology-month-presentation-pre-columbian-agaves-in-the-sw-usa/ LOCATION:Red Rock Ranger District Visitor Center\, 8375 SR 179\, Sedona\, AZ\, 86351\, United States ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.friendsoftheforestsedona.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/02/Page-Springs-Agave-courtesy-W-Hodgson.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Phoenix:20200310T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/Phoenix:20200310T110000 DTSTAMP:20260417T125455 CREATED:20191127T190842Z LAST-MODIFIED:20191127T190842Z UID:2049-1583830800-1583838000@www.friendsoftheforestsedona.org SUMMARY:Birding Walk DESCRIPTION:Birding Walks with naturalist and birder authority Kevin Harding. \nGet outdoors and learn about the varied bird life in Sedona and the Verde Valley. You will walk just over a mile on level ground and have a chance to see a wide variety of wetland species and well as winter birds native to Arizona. \nPlease provide an email address when you register for use in contacting you if weather forces a cancellation. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Wear subdued clothing\, bring binoculars or a spotting scope\, and drinking water. \nFor location and to register\, call 928-203-2903. URL:https://www.friendsoftheforestsedona.org/events/birding-walk-17/ LOCATION:For location information and to register\, call 928-203-2903\, Location to be announced prior to walk ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.friendsoftheforestsedona.org/wp-content/uploads/2018/11/FOF-IEP-2.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Phoenix:20200306T110000 DTEND;TZID=America/Phoenix:20200306T120000 DTSTAMP:20260417T125455 CREATED:20200118T050835Z LAST-MODIFIED:20200118T051033Z UID:2124-1583492400-1583496000@www.friendsoftheforestsedona.org SUMMARY:First Friday: "Rock Art of the Verde Valley" DESCRIPTION:First Friday presentation by Dr. Peter Pilles\, Forest Service Archaeologist. \nDr. Pilles will discuss the rock art styles of every Native American culture that has lived in the Verde Valley area.  He will show examples from every culture and discuss the unique styles of rock art that distinguish each culture. \nFor more information\, call 928-203-2903 URL:https://www.friendsoftheforestsedona.org/events/first-friday-rock-art-of-the-verde-valley/ LOCATION:Red Rock Ranger District Visitor Center\, 8375 SR 179\, Sedona\, AZ\, 86351\, United States ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.friendsoftheforestsedona.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/01/Peter-Pilles.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Phoenix:20200227T140000 DTEND;TZID=America/Phoenix:20200227T160000 DTSTAMP:20260417T125455 CREATED:20200101T160232Z LAST-MODIFIED:20200623T195624Z UID:2109-1582812000-1582819200@www.friendsoftheforestsedona.org SUMMARY:Friends of the Forest New Member Welcome Event DESCRIPTION:Your Invitation to Attend \n \n \n \n \n \n Friends of the Forest \n \n \n \n \n \n Welcome Event \n \n \n \n \n \n For Recently Joined and Prospective Members \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \nMeet Friends volunteers and Forest Service Staff\nLearn about member benefits and how you can get involved\nHear from volunteers who help with trail maintenance\, graffiti removal\, trail patrol\, visitor education\, cultural site protection\, water sampling and other Friends activities\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n   \nFor more information\, contactMembership Chair Noreen Lisowskimembership@fofsedona.org URL:https://www.friendsoftheforestsedona.org/events/friends-of-the-forest-new-member-welcome-event-2/ LOCATION:Forest Service Administration Building\, 8375 Highway 179\, Sedona\, AZ\, 86351\, United States ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/gif:https://www.friendsoftheforestsedona.org/wp-content/uploads/2018/12/WelcomeMat.gif END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Phoenix:20200225T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/Phoenix:20200225T110000 DTSTAMP:20260417T125455 CREATED:20191127T190637Z LAST-MODIFIED:20191221T165807Z UID:2047-1582621200-1582628400@www.friendsoftheforestsedona.org SUMMARY:Birding Walk DESCRIPTION:Birding Walks with naturalist and birder authority Kevin Harding. \nGet outdoors and learn about the varied bird life in Sedona and the Verde Valley. You will walk just over a mile on level ground and have a chance to see a wide variety of wetland species and well as winter birds native to Arizona. \nPlease provide an email address when you register for use in contacting you if weather forces a cancellation. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Wear subdued clothing\, bring binoculars or a spotting scope\, and drinking water. \nFor location and to register\, call 928-203-2903. URL:https://www.friendsoftheforestsedona.org/events/birding-walk-16/ LOCATION:For location information and to register\, call 928-203-2903\, Location to be announced prior to walk ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.friendsoftheforestsedona.org/wp-content/uploads/2019/12/Red-Tailed-Hawk-w300.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Phoenix:20200220T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/Phoenix:20200220T120000 DTSTAMP:20260417T125455 CREATED:20191220T232128Z LAST-MODIFIED:20191220T232128Z UID:2095-1582192800-1582200000@www.friendsoftheforestsedona.org SUMMARY:Red Rock Geology Walk DESCRIPTION:Geology Walk with earth science specialist Chris Weld. \nSedona’s legendary red rocks evolved over millions of years\, as wind and water shaped and sculpted the land. View the dramatic effects of Oak Creek Canyon faulting and examine sedimentary\, volcanic and erosional land features. \nDiscover more of Sedona’s geologic story through this two-hour moderate hiking adventure. \nBring plenty of water and wear hiking shoes. For location information and to register\, call 928-203-2903 URL:https://www.friendsoftheforestsedona.org/events/red-rock-geology-walk-7/ LOCATION:For location information and to register\, call 928-203-2903\, Location to be announced prior to walk ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.friendsoftheforestsedona.org/wp-content/uploads/2018/12/GeologyWalk.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Phoenix:20200211T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/Phoenix:20200211T110000 DTSTAMP:20260417T125455 CREATED:20191127T185131Z LAST-MODIFIED:20191127T185131Z UID:2045-1581411600-1581418800@www.friendsoftheforestsedona.org SUMMARY:Birding Walk DESCRIPTION:Birding Walks with naturalist and birder authority Kevin Harding. \nGet outdoors and learn about the varied bird life in Sedona and the Verde Valley. You will walk just over a mile on level ground and have a chance to see a wide variety of wetland species and well as winter birds native to Arizona. \nPlease provide an email address when you register for use in contacting you if weather forces a cancellation. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Wear subdued clothing\, bring binoculars or a spotting scope\, and drinking water. \nFor location and to register\, call 928-203-2903. URL:https://www.friendsoftheforestsedona.org/events/birding-walk-15/ LOCATION:For location information and to register\, call 928-203-2903\, Location to be announced prior to walk ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.friendsoftheforestsedona.org/wp-content/uploads/2018/11/FOF-IEP-2.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Phoenix:20200207T110000 DTEND;TZID=America/Phoenix:20200207T120000 DTSTAMP:20260417T125455 CREATED:20200113T230810Z LAST-MODIFIED:20200122T181104Z UID:2115-1581073200-1581076800@www.friendsoftheforestsedona.org SUMMARY:First Friday: "Viva la Verde" DESCRIPTION:First Friday presentation by Gary Beverly\, Sierra Club member and film co-producer. \nMr. Beverly will present the documentary film “Viva La Verde”\, which explores the past\, present and future of Arizona rivers\, using the foremost surviving perennial river in Arizona\, the Verde\, as a case study.  The film features outstanding photography and video footage collected during five years of exploring the river\, telling the story of the Verde’s history\, ecology\, geology and hydrology through animations and interviews with scientists and river activists.  Mr. Beverly will lead a lively discussion of upper Verde River issues following the film’s showing.   \nFor more information\, call 928-203-2903 URL:https://www.friendsoftheforestsedona.org/events/first-friday-viva-la-verde/ LOCATION:Red Rock Ranger District Visitor Center\, 8375 SR 179\, Sedona\, AZ\, 86351\, United States ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.friendsoftheforestsedona.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/01/Gary-Beverly.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Phoenix:20200128T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/Phoenix:20200128T110000 DTSTAMP:20260417T125455 CREATED:20191127T184950Z LAST-MODIFIED:20191221T165714Z UID:2043-1580202000-1580209200@www.friendsoftheforestsedona.org SUMMARY:Birding Walk DESCRIPTION:Birding Walks with naturalist and birder authority Kevin Harding. \nGet outdoors and learn about the varied bird life in Sedona and the Verde Valley. You will walk just over a mile on level ground and have a chance to see a wide variety of wetland species and well as winter birds native to Arizona. \nPlease provide an email address when you register for use in contacting you if weather forces a cancellation. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Wear subdued clothing\, bring binoculars or a spotting scope\, and drinking water. \nFor location and to register\, call 928-203-2903. URL:https://www.friendsoftheforestsedona.org/events/birding-walk-14/ LOCATION:For location information and to register\, call 928-203-2903\, Location to be announced prior to walk ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.friendsoftheforestsedona.org/wp-content/uploads/2018/12/RedTailedHawk.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Phoenix:20200121T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/Phoenix:20200121T110000 DTSTAMP:20260417T125455 CREATED:20191127T191419Z LAST-MODIFIED:20191127T191419Z UID:2055-1579597200-1579604400@www.friendsoftheforestsedona.org SUMMARY:Nature Hike DESCRIPTION:Join Friends of the Forest volunteer and naturalist Kevin Harding on an outdoor adventure.  Learn about the varied plant and animal life in Sedona and the Verde Valley. You will walk about a mile on gently rolling ground with good footing and see many native plant species and hopefully some animal signs (tracks and scat). \n \n \n \n \n \n Wear good hiking boots or walking shoes\, a hat\, and layered clothing.  You may want to bring binoculars (optional).  Bring plenty of drinking water. \nFor location and to register\, call 928-203-2903. URL:https://www.friendsoftheforestsedona.org/events/nature-hike-3/ LOCATION:For location information and to register\, call 928-203-2903\, Location to be announced prior to walk ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.friendsoftheforestsedona.org/wp-content/uploads/2018/12/Raccoon.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Phoenix:20200114T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/Phoenix:20200114T110000 DTSTAMP:20260417T125455 CREATED:20191127T184750Z LAST-MODIFIED:20191127T184750Z UID:2041-1578992400-1578999600@www.friendsoftheforestsedona.org SUMMARY:Birding Walk DESCRIPTION:Birding Walks with naturalist and birder authority Kevin Harding. \nGet outdoors and learn about the varied bird life in Sedona and the Verde Valley. You will walk just over a mile on level ground and have a chance to see a wide variety of wetland species and well as winter birds native to Arizona. \nPlease provide an email address when you register for use in contacting you if weather forces a cancellation. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Wear subdued clothing\, bring binoculars or a spotting scope\, and drinking water. \nFor location and to register\, call 928-203-2903. URL:https://www.friendsoftheforestsedona.org/events/birding-walk-13/ LOCATION:For location information and to register\, call 928-203-2903\, Location to be announced prior to walk ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.friendsoftheforestsedona.org/wp-content/uploads/2018/11/FOF-IEP-2.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Phoenix:20200103T110000 DTEND;TZID=America/Phoenix:20200103T120000 DTSTAMP:20260417T125455 CREATED:20191211T212850Z LAST-MODIFIED:20191211T212850Z UID:2082-1578049200-1578052800@www.friendsoftheforestsedona.org SUMMARY:First Friday: "The Plight of the Pronghorn in the Verde Valley" DESCRIPTION:First Friday presentation by Forest Service Wildlife Biologist Janie Agyagos. \nMs. Agyagos will explain characteristics of the pronghorn that make it unlike any other species in the world.  She will discuss changes in distribution and abundance since Euro-American settlement and the factors involved in the drastic reduction in the range and overall numbers of the pronghorn. \nFor more information\, call 928-203-2903 URL:https://www.friendsoftheforestsedona.org/events/first-friday-the-plight-of-the-pronghorn-in-the-verde-valley/ LOCATION:Red Rock Ranger District Visitor Center\, 8375 SR 179\, Sedona\, AZ\, 86351\, United States ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.friendsoftheforestsedona.org/wp-content/uploads/2019/12/Pronghorn-credit-Rick-Shantz-1.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Phoenix:20191210T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/Phoenix:20191210T110000 DTSTAMP:20260417T125455 CREATED:20190829T163940Z LAST-MODIFIED:20190829T163940Z UID:1997-1575968400-1575975600@www.friendsoftheforestsedona.org SUMMARY:Birding Walk DESCRIPTION:Birding Walks with naturalist and birder authority Kevin Harding. \nGet outdoors and learn about the varied bird life in Sedona and the Verde Valley. You will walk just over a mile on level ground and have a chance to see a wide variety of wetland species and well as winter birds native to Arizona. \nPlease provide an email address when you register for use in contacting you if weather forces a cancellation. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Wear subdued clothing\, bring binoculars or a spotting scope\, and drinking water. \nFor location and to register\, call 928-203-2903. URL:https://www.friendsoftheforestsedona.org/events/birding-walk-12/ LOCATION:For location information and to register\, call 928-203-2903\, Location to be announced prior to walk ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.friendsoftheforestsedona.org/wp-content/uploads/2018/11/FOF-IEP-2.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Phoenix:20191206T130000 DTEND;TZID=America/Phoenix:20191206T140000 DTSTAMP:20260417T125455 CREATED:20191107T222422Z LAST-MODIFIED:20191107T222422Z UID:2034-1575637200-1575640800@www.friendsoftheforestsedona.org SUMMARY:First Friday: "Red Rock Country From the Air" DESCRIPTION:Gain a new appreciation for the legendary red rocks of Sedona and the Verde Valley through the expert aerial photography of local resident Ted Grussing. \nBecause demand for this presentation is expected to be very high\, two presentations are planned\, starting at 11:00 a.m. and at 1:00 p.m.  In addition\, reservations will be required. Space is limited to 40 attendees per session. \nFor more information and to register\, call 928-203-2903 URL:https://www.friendsoftheforestsedona.org/events/first-friday-red-rock-country-from-the-air-2/ LOCATION:Red Rock Ranger District Visitor Center\, 8375 SR 179\, Sedona\, AZ\, 86351\, United States ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.friendsoftheforestsedona.org/wp-content/uploads/2019/11/Sedona-Aerial.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Phoenix:20191206T110000 DTEND;TZID=America/Phoenix:20191206T120000 DTSTAMP:20260417T125455 CREATED:20191107T221833Z LAST-MODIFIED:20191107T221833Z UID:2025-1575630000-1575633600@www.friendsoftheforestsedona.org SUMMARY:First Friday: "Red Rock Country From the Air" DESCRIPTION:Gain a new appreciation for the legendary red rocks of Sedona and the Verde Valley through the expert aerial photography of local resident Ted Grussing. \nBecause demand for this presentation is expected to be very high\, two presentations are planned\, starting at 11:00 a.m. and at 1:00 p.m.  In addition\, reservations will be required. Space is limited to 40 attendees per session. \nFor more information and to register\, call 928-203-2903 URL:https://www.friendsoftheforestsedona.org/events/first-friday-red-rock-country-from-the-air/ LOCATION:Red Rock Ranger District Visitor Center\, 8375 SR 179\, Sedona\, AZ\, 86351\, United States ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.friendsoftheforestsedona.org/wp-content/uploads/2019/11/Cathedral-Rock-Aerial.jpeg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Phoenix:20191203T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/Phoenix:20191203T120000 DTSTAMP:20260417T125456 CREATED:20191003T015427Z LAST-MODIFIED:20191003T015427Z UID:2014-1575367200-1575374400@www.friendsoftheforestsedona.org SUMMARY:Red Rock Geology Walk DESCRIPTION:Geology Walk with earth science specialist Chris Weld. \nSedona’s legendary red rocks evolved over millions of years\, as wind and water shaped and sculpted the land. View the dramatic effects of Oak Creek Canyon faulting and examine sedimentary\, volcanic and erosional land features. \nDiscover more of Sedona’s geologic story through this two-hour moderate hiking adventure. \nBring plenty of water and wear hiking shoes. For location information and to register\, call 928-203-2903 URL:https://www.friendsoftheforestsedona.org/events/red-rock-geology-walk-6/ LOCATION:For location information and to register\, call 928-203-2903\, Location to be announced prior to walk ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.friendsoftheforestsedona.org/wp-content/uploads/2018/12/GeologyWalk.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Phoenix:20191126T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/Phoenix:20191126T110000 DTSTAMP:20260417T125456 CREATED:20190829T163423Z LAST-MODIFIED:20190829T163653Z UID:1994-1574758800-1574766000@www.friendsoftheforestsedona.org SUMMARY:Birding Walk DESCRIPTION:Birding Walks with naturalist and birder authority Kevin Harding. \nGet outdoors and learn about the varied bird life in Sedona and the Verde Valley. You will walk just over a mile on level ground and have a chance to see a wide variety of wetland species and well as winter birds native to Arizona. \nPlease provide an email address when you register for use in contacting you if weather forces a cancellation. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Wear subdued clothing\, bring binoculars or a spotting scope\, and drinking water. \nFor location and to register\, call 928-203-2903. URL:https://www.friendsoftheforestsedona.org/events/birding-walk-11/ LOCATION:For location information and to register\, call 928-203-2903\, Location to be announced prior to walk ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.friendsoftheforestsedona.org/wp-content/uploads/2018/11/FOF-IEP-2.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Phoenix:20191112T080000 DTEND;TZID=America/Phoenix:20191112T100000 DTSTAMP:20260417T125456 CREATED:20190829T162706Z LAST-MODIFIED:20190829T162706Z UID:1992-1573545600-1573552800@www.friendsoftheforestsedona.org SUMMARY:Birding Walk DESCRIPTION:Birding Walks with naturalist and birder authority Kevin Harding. \nGet outdoors and learn about the varied bird life in Sedona and the Verde Valley. You will walk just over a mile on level ground and have a chance to see a wide variety of wetland species and well as winter birds native to Arizona. \nPlease provide an email address when you register for use in contacting you if weather forces a cancellation. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Wear subdued clothing\, bring binoculars or a spotting scope\, and drinking water. \nFor location and to register\, call 928-203-2903. URL:https://www.friendsoftheforestsedona.org/events/birding-walk-10/ LOCATION:For location information and to register\, call 928-203-2903\, Location to be announced prior to walk ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.friendsoftheforestsedona.org/wp-content/uploads/2018/11/FOF-IEP-2.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Phoenix:20191108T110000 DTEND;TZID=America/Phoenix:20191108T120000 DTSTAMP:20260417T125456 CREATED:20190827T015649Z LAST-MODIFIED:20190827T015649Z UID:1983-1573210800-1573214400@www.friendsoftheforestsedona.org SUMMARY:First Friday: "Backyard Composting" DESCRIPTION:First Friday presentation by Yavapai County Master Gardener Jennifer Moreland. \nJennifer Moreland is a longtime proponent of backyard composting. She moved to Sedona in 2014 and was certified as a Master Gardener in Yavapai County in 2016. She loves making dirt (aka composting) for her organic vegetable gardens and xeriscaped landscaping. \nIn this “Backyard Composting” presentation\, we will discuss the important benefits of recycling yard cuttings and kitchen scraps\, learn how to build a compost pile\, what to put in it\, and how to “cook” it. The finished compost is beneficial for raised beds\, container gardening and amending soils around existing landscape. \nFor more information\, call 928-203-2903 URL:https://www.friendsoftheforestsedona.org/events/first-friday-backyard-composting/ LOCATION:Red Rock Ranger District Visitor Center\, 8375 SR 179\, Sedona\, AZ\, 86351\, United States ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.friendsoftheforestsedona.org/wp-content/uploads/2019/08/Jenn-Moreland.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Phoenix:20191107T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/Phoenix:20191107T120000 DTSTAMP:20260417T125456 CREATED:20191003T015318Z LAST-MODIFIED:20191003T015318Z UID:2012-1573120800-1573128000@www.friendsoftheforestsedona.org SUMMARY:Red Rock Geology Walk DESCRIPTION:Geology Walk with earth science specialist Chris Weld. \nSedona’s legendary red rocks evolved over millions of years\, as wind and water shaped and sculpted the land. View the dramatic effects of Oak Creek Canyon faulting and examine sedimentary\, volcanic and erosional land features. \nDiscover more of Sedona’s geologic story through this two-hour moderate hiking adventure. \nBring plenty of water and wear hiking shoes. For location information and to register\, call 928-203-2903 URL:https://www.friendsoftheforestsedona.org/events/red-rock-geology-walk-5/ LOCATION:For location information and to register\, call 928-203-2903\, Location to be announced prior to walk ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.friendsoftheforestsedona.org/wp-content/uploads/2018/12/GeologyWalk.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Phoenix:20191024T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/Phoenix:20191024T110000 DTSTAMP:20260417T125456 CREATED:20191003T015121Z LAST-MODIFIED:20191003T015121Z UID:2010-1571907600-1571914800@www.friendsoftheforestsedona.org SUMMARY:Red Rock Geology Walk DESCRIPTION:Geology Walk with earth science specialist Chris Weld. \nSedona’s legendary red rocks evolved over millions of years\, as wind and water shaped and sculpted the land. View the dramatic effects of Oak Creek Canyon faulting and examine sedimentary\, volcanic and erosional land features. \nDiscover more of Sedona’s geologic story through this two-hour moderate hiking adventure. \nBring plenty of water and wear hiking shoes. For location information and to register\, call 928-203-2903 URL:https://www.friendsoftheforestsedona.org/events/red-rock-geology-walk-4/ LOCATION:For location information and to register\, call 928-203-2903\, Location to be announced prior to walk ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.friendsoftheforestsedona.org/wp-content/uploads/2018/12/GeologyWalk.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Phoenix:20191022T080000 DTEND;TZID=America/Phoenix:20191022T100000 DTSTAMP:20260417T125456 CREATED:20190829T162200Z LAST-MODIFIED:20190829T162432Z UID:1990-1571731200-1571738400@www.friendsoftheforestsedona.org SUMMARY:Birding Walk DESCRIPTION:Birding Walks with naturalist and birder authority Kevin Harding. \nGet outdoors and learn about the varied bird life in Sedona and the Verde Valley. You will walk just over a mile on level ground and have a chance to see a wide variety of wetland species and well as winter birds native to Arizona. \nPlease provide an email address when you register for use in contacting you if weather forces a cancellation. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Wear subdued clothing\, bring binoculars or a spotting scope\, and drinking water. \nFor location and to register\, call 928-203-2903. URL:https://www.friendsoftheforestsedona.org/events/birding-walk-9/ LOCATION:For location information and to register\, call 928-203-2903\, Location to be announced prior to walk ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.friendsoftheforestsedona.org/wp-content/uploads/2018/11/FOF-IEP-2.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Phoenix:20191004T110000 DTEND;TZID=America/Phoenix:20191004T120000 DTSTAMP:20260417T125456 CREATED:20190429T184047Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230819T154526Z UID:1816-1570186800-1570190400@www.friendsoftheforestsedona.org SUMMARY:First Friday: "Fresh Eyes on an Ancient Landscape: Sedona Paleogeology" DESCRIPTION:First Friday presentation by FOF volunteer and naturalist\, Barry Mallis. \nSedona’s legendary red rocks evolved over millions of years\, as wind\, water\, and geologic uplift shaped and sculpted the land. Discover more of Sedona’s geologic story through this slide presentation that examines how the geology of the Sedona region fits into the history of Earth’s development.  Beyond the “macro” picture of our continent’s formation\, you’ll learn about a roughly 300 million-year period through which the geology of Red Rock Country was slowly transformed into today’s vistas. \nFor more information\, call 928-203-2903 URL:https://www.friendsoftheforestsedona.org/events/first-friday-presentation-fresh-eyes-on-an-ancient-landscape-sedona-paleogeology/ LOCATION:For location information and to register\, call 928-203-2903\, Location to be announced prior to walk ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.friendsoftheforestsedona.org/wp-content/uploads/2018/12/GeologyWalk.jpg END:VEVENT END:VCALENDAR