The Arizona National Scenic Trail is an 800-mile hiking, biking and equestrian trail that stretches across the state from Mexico to Utah. This weekend marks the second annual Arizona Trail Day celebration in Flagstaff, a Gateway Community for the trail. There’s a full weekend of events for Arizona Trail Day- it all starts on Friday,… Read More
New Conference Center in Ajo Offers a Great Alternative Space
This is a guest blog written by the directors of the Sonoran Desert Conference Center. Tucked away on Route 85, between Gila Bend and Sonoyta, sits Ajo. This charming town is a hidden gem for anyone interested in hiking, biking, desert flora and fauna, stargazing, gardening, art, history, architecture…you name it! There’s something for everyone… Read More
Turn Your Rural Policy Forum Attendance into a Staycation
Next week’s 2015 Arizona Rural Policy Forum is being held in historic Clarkdale. Nestled in the breathtaking Verde Valley, Clarkdale not only offers you a beautiful view of the high desert terrain, it also places you right between two other remarkable towns, Cottonwood and Jerome. Here are a few local attractions, dining options, and boutique… Read More
Sonoita Wine Country Weekend
This post is by Heather Lauer of Villageous. Tucked away in the southeast corner of Arizona is one of our state’s greatest and most under appreciated gems. Cooler temperatures, stunning high desert scenery, abundant wildlife, borderland culture, and, of course, award winning wines are just a few of the many reasons why Arizonans should put Sonoita… Read More
Dog Days of Summer
Grab your four-legged friends and bring them out for the best play date in town, Clarkdale’s “Dog Days of Summer.” This celebration of all things canine will take place in shady Clarkdale Town Park on Saturday, June 20th from 9AM until noon. A pet parade, dog/owner look-a-like contest, Chihuahua races, bobbing for hot dogs and… Read More
Sounds of Summer Series
The Page Lake Powell Tourism Board’s Sounds of Summer series kicks off on June 1 and runs until September 5th with locations at City Park and Memorial Plaza. On Mondays hoop dancing will be featured in City Park. Native American dancers’ regalia and hoops will be lighting up the skies at 7pm. Tuesdays and Thursdays,… Read More
Open Air Cinemas Coming To The Verde Valley
AZ Culture, in partnership with the Town of Clarkdale, Cottonwood Economic Development Council, Old Town Center for the Arts, Old Town Association, Yavapai College and Local First Arizona will present the premiere of the Verde Valley Open Air Cinema, a series of free public art projects, movie screenings and love music entertainment. Made possible by a… Read More
BALLE Conference Tours Open To All
Local First Arizona is excitedly planning a plethora of events to show off Arizona during the BALLE conference, a three day gathering of local movement leaders and supporters that will be happening in Phoenix June 10 – 13th. Part of the conference fun are four tours focusing on areas that are a point of pride… Read More
Fort Verde State Historic Park Brings Cheer for the Holidays
From December 5, 2014 through January 5, 2015, Fort Verde State Historic Park in Camp Verde will be decorated for the holidays. Visitors can glance into the past and see how those who once resided at Fort Verde celebrated Christmas on the Frontier. Christmas trees and fireplace mantels will be adorned with unique Victorian decorations,… Read More
Rural Arizona Community Feature: Clarkdale
The charming town of Clarkdale was named after William Andrews Clark who was an industrialist who played a significant role in the founding and shaping of Clarkdale, Jerome and the Verde Valley. Clarkdale, which is located between Cottonwood and Jerome, was originally formed as a company town to support the local copper mine. Clarkdale was… Read More
