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DTSTART;TZID=America/Phoenix:20200220T100000
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DTSTAMP:20260417T184018
CREATED:20191220T232128Z
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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
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Phoenix:20200211T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Phoenix:20200211T110000
DTSTAMP:20260417T184018
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
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Phoenix:20200207T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Phoenix:20200207T120000
DTSTAMP:20260417T184018
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
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Phoenix:20200128T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Phoenix:20200128T110000
DTSTAMP:20260417T184018
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
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Phoenix:20200121T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Phoenix:20200121T110000
DTSTAMP:20260417T184018
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
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Phoenix:20200114T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Phoenix:20200114T110000
DTSTAMP:20260417T184019
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
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Phoenix:20200103T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Phoenix:20200103T120000
DTSTAMP:20260417T184019
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
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Phoenix:20191210T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Phoenix:20191210T110000
DTSTAMP:20260417T184019
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
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Phoenix:20191206T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Phoenix:20191206T140000
DTSTAMP:20260417T184019
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
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Phoenix:20191206T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Phoenix:20191206T120000
DTSTAMP:20260417T184019
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
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Phoenix:20191203T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Phoenix:20191203T120000
DTSTAMP:20260417T184019
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
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Phoenix:20191126T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Phoenix:20191126T110000
DTSTAMP:20260417T184019
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
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Phoenix:20191112T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Phoenix:20191112T100000
DTSTAMP:20260417T184019
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
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Phoenix:20191108T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Phoenix:20191108T120000
DTSTAMP:20260417T184019
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
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Phoenix:20191107T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Phoenix:20191107T120000
DTSTAMP:20260417T184019
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
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Phoenix:20191024T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Phoenix:20191024T110000
DTSTAMP:20260417T184019
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
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Phoenix:20191022T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Phoenix:20191022T100000
DTSTAMP:20260417T184019
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
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Phoenix:20191004T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Phoenix:20191004T120000
DTSTAMP:20260417T184019
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
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Phoenix:20190830T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/Phoenix:20190830T213000
DTSTAMP:20260417T184019
CREATED:20190625T023852Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190802T013702Z
UID:1926-1567186200-1567200600@www.friendsoftheforestsedona.org
SUMMARY:Night Photography Classes
DESCRIPTION:Beat the Heat!  Join Bob Shuman and the Arizona Natural History Association to learn how to take stunning landscape photos of the stars over Sedona’s Red Rocks!!  Registration fee of $80 per person includes instruction on post processing. \nClass dates are:  Tuesday\, July 2; Wednesday\, July 31\, and Friday\, August 30. \nParticipants must have an SLR style camera\, tripod\, wide lens (16-24 mm)\, knowledge of your camera settings\, hiking shoes\, water\, and a flashlight. \nAll classes start at 5:30 p.m.  Space is limited\, so CALL NOW ! \nFor more information\, and to register\, contact the Arizona Natural History Association at 928-203-2922.
URL:https://www.friendsoftheforestsedona.org/events/night-photography-classes/
LOCATION:AZ
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Phoenix:20190824T070000
DTEND;TZID=America/Phoenix:20190824T090000
DTSTAMP:20260417T184019
CREATED:20190627T003839Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190819T162930Z
UID:1930-1566630000-1566637200@www.friendsoftheforestsedona.org
SUMMARY:Hummingbird Hand Feeding
DESCRIPTION:Hummingbird hand feeding is a fun and exciting way to get up close to wildlife.  This unique activity will inspire you to learn about the magical world of hummingbirds.  Participants will have the chance to feed hummingbirds while learning some interesting facts. \nDates for this event are: \n          July 26 & 27 \n          August 3\, 10\, 17\, & 24 \nThere will be someone present to instruct and assist participants from 7:00 – 9:00 am on each day.  Materials will be provided. \nWear bright colors and bring your camera! \nFor more information\, call 928-203-2903.
URL:https://www.friendsoftheforestsedona.org/events/hummingbird-hand-feeding/
LOCATION:Red Rock Ranger District Visitor Center\, 8375 SR 179\, Sedona\, AZ\, 86351\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Phoenix:20190810T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Phoenix:20190810T140000
DTSTAMP:20260417T184019
CREATED:20190627T012450Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190627T171746Z
UID:1936-1565431200-1565445600@www.friendsoftheforestsedona.org
SUMMARY:Smokey Bear 75th Birthday Bash
DESCRIPTION:Join your friends and Forest Service employees at the Red Rock Ranger District Visitor Center as we celebrate Smokey Bear’s 75th Birthday! \n			\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				Meet Smokey Bear!\nFun \nand \nGames!\n \nCAKE!\n  \n			\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				8375 State Route 179\, Sedona\, AZ 86351
URL:https://www.friendsoftheforestsedona.org/events/smokey-bear-75th-birthday-bash/
LOCATION:Red Rock Ranger District Visitor Center\, 8375 SR 179\, Sedona\, AZ\, 86351\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Phoenix:20190706T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Phoenix:20190707T160000
DTSTAMP:20260417T184019
CREATED:20190421T022105Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190625T021713Z
UID:1834-1562403600-1562515200@www.friendsoftheforestsedona.org
SUMMARY:Live Rattlesnake Display
DESCRIPTION:Visitors will have the chance to see live rattlesnakes (handled by experts) and for those so inclined\, handle live non-venomous snakes. \nPresented by Arizona Game and Fish Volunteers Russell Dunn and Karen McClelland. \nThe display will be open from 9:00 am to 4:00 pm each day\, July 6 and 7.  For more information\, call 928-203-2903
URL:https://www.friendsoftheforestsedona.org/events/live-rattlesnake-display/
LOCATION:Red Rock Ranger District Visitor Center\, 8375 SR 179\, Sedona\, AZ\, 86351\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Phoenix:20190607T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Phoenix:20190607T120000
DTSTAMP:20260417T184019
CREATED:20190422T160846Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190422T161151Z
UID:1840-1559901600-1559908800@www.friendsoftheforestsedona.org
SUMMARY:First Friday:  "Anthropogenic Fire"
DESCRIPTION:First Friday presentation by Friends of the Forest volunteer and outdoor survival expert\, Al Cornell.  This event will start at 10:00 with an indoor presentation entitled “Anthropogenic Fire”.  The speaker will start with what is thought to be early homonids’ relationship with fire some two million years ago.  The talk then progresses forward to proto-historic Southwest cultures.  \nThe indoor presentation will be followed with an outdoor demonstration conducted on the Visitor Center’s patio.  This portion will cover the four prehistoric fire starting methods found in the New World when the first of the explorers arrived.  \nFor more information\, call 928-203-2903
URL:https://www.friendsoftheforestsedona.org/events/first-friday-anthropogenic-fire/
LOCATION:Red Rock Ranger District Visitor Center\, 8375 SR 179\, Sedona\, AZ\, 86351\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Phoenix:20190510T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Phoenix:20190510T110000
DTSTAMP:20260417T184019
CREATED:20190426T005900Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190426T013106Z
UID:1853-1557478800-1557486000@www.friendsoftheforestsedona.org
SUMMARY:Wildflower Walk
DESCRIPTION:Easy two-hour wildflower walks in Sedona\nWalks will be conducted on at least the first two Fridays in May (3\, 10).  Locations will vary based on bloom conditions.  Registered participants will be notified of details by phone prior to walk date.\nOther dates in the second half of May to be announced based on wildflower conditions!\nBring plenty of water and wear hiking shoes. For location information and to register\, call 928-203-2903
URL:https://www.friendsoftheforestsedona.org/events/wildflower-walk-2/
LOCATION:For location information and to register\, call 928-203-2903\, Location to be announced prior to walk
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Phoenix:20190503T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Phoenix:20190503T120000
DTSTAMP:20260417T184020
CREATED:20190421T010947Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190421T010947Z
UID:1822-1556881200-1556884800@www.friendsoftheforestsedona.org
SUMMARY:First Friday Presentation - Native Fish of Central Arizona
DESCRIPTION:Arizona has nearly three dozen native fish species.  Many of these species are found only in the southwestern US\, and more than half are considered imperiled. \nLearn about desert-adapted fish from Forest Service Fish Biologist Matthew O’Neill.  He will discuss what makes these species so special\, how to identify them\, why biologists argue passionately over arcane taxonomy\, and why they are so concerned about so many of them.  Matt will also talk about where you can observe these fish and what you can do to help \nFor more information\, call 928-203-2903
URL:https://www.friendsoftheforestsedona.org/events/first-friday-presentation-native-fish-of-central-arizona/
LOCATION:Red Rock Ranger District Visitor Center\, 8375 SR 179\, Sedona\, AZ\, 86351\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Phoenix:20190503T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Phoenix:20190503T110000
DTSTAMP:20260417T184020
CREATED:20190426T005157Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190426T013034Z
UID:1850-1556874000-1556881200@www.friendsoftheforestsedona.org
SUMMARY:Wildflower Walk
DESCRIPTION:Easy two-hour wildflower walks in Sedona\nWalks will be conducted on at least the first two Fridays in May (3\, 10).  Locations will vary based on bloom conditions.  Registered participants will be notified of details by phone prior to walk date.\nOther dates in the second half of May to be announced based on wildflower conditions!\nBring plenty of water and wear hiking shoes. For location information and to register\, call 928-203-2903
URL:https://www.friendsoftheforestsedona.org/events/1850/
LOCATION:For location information and to register\, call 928-203-2903\, Location to be announced prior to walk
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Phoenix:20190502T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Phoenix:20190514T160000
DTSTAMP:20260417T184020
CREATED:20190421T020033Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190421T020409Z
UID:1826-1556787600-1557849600@www.friendsoftheforestsedona.org
SUMMARY:Lichen Display
DESCRIPTION:Stop by the Red Rock Ranger District’s Visitor Center during Lichen Appreciation Week to view an indoor table display of various kinds of lichens. \nThe display may be viewed daily from May 2nd to May 14th\, from 9:00 am to 4:00 pm daily.  \nThe Visitor’s Center is located at 8375 State Route 179.  For information\, call 928-203-2903. \n			\n			\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n			\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				Display presented by Garry Neil\, Lichenologist and Friends of the Forest Volunteer.
URL:https://www.friendsoftheforestsedona.org/events/lichen-display/
LOCATION:Red Rock Ranger District Visitor Center\, 8375 SR 179\, Sedona\, AZ\, 86351\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Phoenix:20190428T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/Phoenix:20190428T133000
DTSTAMP:20260417T184020
CREATED:20190418T132845Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190418T225444Z
UID:1806-1556443800-1556458200@www.friendsoftheforestsedona.org
SUMMARY:Native American Flute Demonstration
DESCRIPTION:Join FOF member Jim Wilson for a presentation and demonstration about native flutes at the petroglyph panel at the V Bar V Heritage Site. \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 our Cultural Heritage sites \nA Red Rock Pass or equivalent entrance fee is required for each vehicle.  Pets are NOT permitted.  Bring plenty of water plus walking shoes\, hat and sunscreen. For information\, call 928-203-2903. \n  \nJim Wilson is a docent at V Bar V Heritage Site and is a long-time Friends of the Forest member. Jim is a student of our local Native American heritage and regularly conducts flute workshops.
URL:https://www.friendsoftheforestsedona.org/events/native-american-flute-demonstration/
LOCATION:V Bar V Heritage Site
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Phoenix:20190426T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Phoenix:20190426T110000
DTSTAMP:20260417T184020
CREATED:20190408T234524Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190409T001346Z
UID:1779-1556269200-1556276400@www.friendsoftheforestsedona.org
SUMMARY:Wildflower Walk
DESCRIPTION:Easy two-hour wildflower walks in Sedona\nEvery Friday in April (5\, 12\, 19\, 26).  Locations will vary based on bloom conditions.  Registered participants will be notified of details by phone prior to walk date.\nOther dates in May to be announced based on wildflower conditions!\n  \nBring plenty of water and hiking shoes. For location information and to register\, call (928) 203-2903
URL:https://www.friendsoftheforestsedona.org/events/wildflower-walk/
LOCATION:For location information and to register\, call 928-203-2903\, Location to be announced prior to walk
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Phoenix:20190423T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Phoenix:20190423T110000
DTSTAMP:20260417T184020
CREATED:20181228T002457Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190410T153300Z
UID:1486-1556010000-1556017200@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-3/
LOCATION:For location information and to register\, call 928-203-2903\, Location to be announced prior to walk
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