Andy Bertelsen Brings Experience, Perspective, Love for Parks and Open Space to Coconino County
““This is a dream in the making,” he said. It’s hard to believe that Coconino County is larger than Switzerland, but according to Coconino County Manager Andy Bertelsen, it is. Bertelsen recently assumed the role following the retirement of longtime Coconino County Commissioner Steve Peru, and will oversee county services spanning more than 18,600 square […]
Maricopa County Regional Parks Extend Fire Ban Through October 31
Text-to-speech audio articles are made possible by a Quest Grant from Yavapai College. Industry-recognized tuition-free certificates for your career. Due to extremely dry conditions in the park and lack of moisture during the monsoon season, the Maricopa County Parks and Recreation Department is extending the fire restriction until October 31, 2024. (pixel photo) “It’s almost […]
Fire ban extended until Oct. 31 for all Maricopa County parks
Phoenix (AZ Family) — The Maricopa County Department of Parks and Recreation has extended a fire ban on all county parks until the end of the month. As the camping season begins to get into full swing, the ban on open flames will also be extended. But Michael Weber, park supervisor at McDowell Mountain Preserve […]
Sedona Parks and Rec to host two events Oct. 19
The City of Sedona Parks and Recreation Department will host the Great Pumpkin Splash on Saturday, October 19th from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. at the Sedona Community Pool, followed by the inaugural fest at the Posse Grounds Pavilion from 1 to 8 p.m. We will be holding an off-fall event. “Fest of Fall is […]
Grand Canyon National Park’s North Rim To Close For The Season
Grand Canyon Lodge Sun Room Overlooking the North Rim/NPS grand canyon national parkNorth Rim will open for day-use operations on October 16, 2024. At that point, if you’re planning a visit to the North Rim, you’ll need to be self-sufficient with everything you need. Enough food and water for one day. Grand Canyon Lodge will […]
Fire restrictions extended for Maricopa County regional parks
Due to the extreme heat and dryness of early fall, campfire bans and other fire restrictions will remain in place in Maricopa County's regional parks until Oct. 31 of this year. County officials mentioned recent fires Approximately 1,000 acres of McDowell Mountain Regional Park were destroyed as a result of the ban extension. of The […]
Jordyn Fairfield and Sedona Parks Secure Win for Cactus Shadows
On Saturday, the Cactus Shadows Falcons defeated the Trivium Prep Crimson Knights, 2-1. The win marked the Falcons’ winning streak. It was truly a back-and-forth match with neither team winning consecutive sets, but Cactus Shadows eventually won the crucial set, with the match finishing 27-25, 22-25, 15-12. Leading the Cactus Shadows to victory were Sedona […]
Man Allegedly Leaks Details Behind Gov’t Plan To Add Recreation And Lodging Facilities To State Parks, Gets Fired
The Florida Department of Environmental Protection (FDEP) has fired an employee for allegedly leaking plans to add more recreational and lodging facilities throughout Florida's parks, local media reported. In a termination letter obtained by ABC Action News, FDEP said James Gaddis admitted to leaking the department's plans to build golf courses, pickleball courts and other […]
BOGO camping promotion coming to Maricopa County’s parks
PHOENIX — Starting in mid-September, Maricopa county We are relaunching our “Buy One Get One Free” camping promotion. Under the campaign, park visitors who pay for at least one night of camping at participating desert mountains can earn county You will receive one free night of equal or lesser value during the same stay. This […]
Outdoor smoking banned at metro Phoenix regional parks
PHOENIX – If you're planning on visiting Maricopa County regional parks over the Fourth of July holiday weekend, please leave your cigarettes in your car or at home. Outdoor smoking was banned in parks from Monday as authorities expanded existing fire restrictions, with smoking only permitted in enclosed vehicles and campervans. Smokers should also ensure […]
