Earlier this month, the Arizona Rural Development Council traveled to Pinetop-Lakeside to teach a series of seminars to empower local business owners. The two September workshops, focused on social media and “leveraging your localness,” were a followup to two previous seminars that AZRDC led in July on customer service and tourism strategies. These four workshops were offered… Read More
5 Reasons Ajo is Paradise for Outdoor Enthusiasts
If you’ve never taken the time to stop in Ajo, Arizona, you don’t know what you’re missing. Home to 4,000 people and only one stoplight, Ajo is a place to slow down and enjoy life. You could say it’s a small town with a huge backyard. Which makes it a perfect staycation destination for anyone who… Read More
Rural Arizona Staycation Feature: Arizona’s State Parks
In this series of posts, we’re sharing some great deals and ideas for “staycationing” in rural Arizona! A staycation is where you take a vacation, but stay within your state’s borders. Arizona has so many great places to explore, especially in rural areas, and we’ll share some of our local favorites with you here! Wondering… Read More
Rural Arizona Staycation Feature: Bisbee
In this series of posts, we’re sharing some great deals and ideas for “staycationing” in rural Arizona! A staycation is where you take a vacation, but stay within your state’s borders. Arizona has so many great places to explore, and we’ll share some of our local favorites in our rural communities with you here! Some… Read More
Local First Arizona Members win Rural Tourism Awards
Tourism is one of Arizona’s largest industries and a huge contributor to the local economy. The tourism industry is responsible for employing thousands of Arizonans and fostering billions of dollars in spending in Arizona’s local hotels, stores, boutiques, restaurants, and more. Every year, statewide tourism leaders are honored at the 2014 Governor’s Tourism Awards Gala held… Read More
WeekendZona Feature: Globe/Miami
We are gearing up for the 8th Annual Rural Policy Forum next week. This year’s forum will be held in Globe/Miami and we expect to have a great crowd from across the state, representing rural Arizona’s finest leaders and community members. We’re so excited to get there, we wanted to share some of the amazing… Read More
Rural Arizona Staycation Feature: Ajo
Did you know that Arizona is home to over 90 cities, towns, and communities across the state? You may not have heard of some, while others you may have driven through at some point to get somewhere else. What Arizonans should realize is that many of these small, rural towns offer a unique charm and… Read More
Vacation & Camping Central – Arizona State Parks
If you can’t stand the heat…get out of the kitchen, bedroom and the living room and head for your favorite family retreat, the State Parks! Rural State Parks in Northern Arizona can be five to 20 degrees cooler than Phoenix or Tucson. Adventures include camping, fishing, swimming, boating, hiking, wildlife watching and learning about Arizona’s… Read More
Cottonwood Culture Challenge
This is Cottonwood! Video is LIVE! A Recap of the Cottonwood Culture Challenge held on May 17, 2014 in Cottonwood and funded by the Arizona Commission on the Arts’ Community Catalyst Grant Nestled between the red rocks of Sedona to the north and Mingus Mountain to the south lies the Verde Valley. It’s here you’ll… Read More
Flagstaff is Best in U.S. for Fourth of July
Move over historic Boston, Charleston and Washington D.C., according to Travel and Leisure Magazine, Flagstaff is, in fact, the nation’s best town for celebrating the Fourth of July. There is something magical about being in this pioneer town celebrating our country’s pioneer spirit, and people all over the place recognize it! Check out the full article… Read More
