… after I finished running the ridge and passed Agassiz Peak which is where I am headed in the photo above, I continued on and headed back to Sedona … there was not a lot of lift nor was there much sink on the way home … kinda buoyant. I crossed over the edge of the plateau in the general neighborhood of the Mittens … it is always a very good feeling to have the ground fall away from you and what can be a slim margin in making it home makes it a no brainer with the extra couple…
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Sedona News – The Sedona International Film Festival is proud to join theatres around the world to present the premiere of the new mountain bike film “Esperanto” showing on day only: Thursday, June 30 at the Mary D. Fisher Theatre. There will be two shows at 4 and 7 p.m. Teton Gravity Research’s latest action-packed mountain bike film, “Esperanto” mixes the rock stars of the sport with a cast of unknown and up-and-coming heroes. The film explores how we share our dreams through a universal two-wheeled language no matter what our native tongue may be. The sacred ritual of the…
Verde Valley News – The Verde Valley Humane Society (VVHS) announces the appointment of. Brenda Redel as its Executive Director. Board President Alice Klies stated, “I am pleased to welcome Brenda Redel on behalf of the board, staff, and volunteers of the Verde Valley Humane Society. As Executive Director for the Sedona Community Center, Brenda secured grant funding and provided support for the Pet Project—a non-profit program assisting with pet food delivery and veterinarian services for pets of home-bound elders. More recently, as the Director of Organizational Development at Rainbow Acres she oversaw the animal science and equestrian programs for…
… flying at or below the elevation of the mountains you are shooting gives a good perspective that you do not get from above them. In the photo above you are looking at the backside of Wilson Mountain (7122′) in Sedona and the remnants of the volcanic cone that was instrumental in forming the mountain along with earthquake faulting and erosion. This photo was taken over Oak Creek Canyon looking to the west and from a about 100′ above (7244′) the mountain and shows about 60% of the cone … faulting cut the other portion of the cone off, moved…
Sedona News – The Sedona International Film Festival is proud to present the Northern Arizona premiere of the One Ocean Film Tour showing June 25-30 at the Alice Gill-Sheldon Theatre and Mary D. Fisher Theatre. Curated by Adventure Entertainment — the world’s leading provider of premium adventure films — the One Ocean Film Tour is currently screening across the United States, Canada, South America, Australia, New Zealand and other parts of the world. Join us for action, adventure and conservation stories from the high seas! One Ocean Film Tour lineup includes: Five Summer Stories Heralded as the finest surf movie…
Verde Valley News – Following the June 11,2022 stabbing of a man and woman in Prescott Valley, Yavapai County Sheriff’s Office Investigation Bureau obtained a felony arrest warrant for the suspect at large, Dillon Stueltze. On June 17, 2022, Stueltze was taken into custody by the Prescott Valley Police Department on the warrant for 2 counts of aggravated assault with a deadly weapon and 1 count of misconduct involving weapons. YCSO and PVPD thank the public for their assistance in locating the suspect and appreciate the support of our community.
By Rose Boerner Sedona News – Our next Mental Health Monday program will take place via Zoom on June 27th, 10:00 to 11:30 AM, and will feature four speakers who will focus on youth services in Northern Arizona. Join us for this informational meeting during which you will have an opportunity to express whether or not your needs for services are being met. Akia Compton, MS – Vice President, Programs – MIKID: Akia has been active in youth services since 1993, ranging from residential, independent living, juvenile justice, and behavioral health. Akia has a B.A. in Sociology and Criminal Justice and an M.S.…
Sedona News – The Sedona International Film Festival is proud to present the Northern Arizona premiere of “Bitterbrush” showing June 24-29 at the Mary D. Fisher Theatre. Emelie Mahdavian’s sweeping documentary “Bitterbrush” follows Hollyn Patterson and Colie Moline, range riders who are spending their last summer herding cattle in remote Idaho. Totally off the grid with only their dogs as companions, Hollyn and Colie brave inclement weather and perilous work conditions while pondering their futures. A portrait of friendship, life transitions, and the work of two skilled young women in the isolated and beautiful landscape of the American West, “Bitterbrush”…
Sedona News – Coconino and Kaibab national forests will temporarily close certain areas to public access beginning Friday and Saturday due to fire danger and for public safety, while all other parts of the national forests outside of the closure areas remain in Stage 2 fire restrictions. On the Kaibab National Forest, the area of Bill Williams Mountain will be closed beginning Friday, June 17 at 8 a.m. Specifically, public access will be prohibited on all National Forest System lands, roads, and trails within the closure area, generally located between County Road (CR) 73, Old Route 66 in the City of Williams, Forest Road…
Sedona News – Yavapai County families and seniors who are a part of the Verde Valley Caregivers Coalition (VVCC) now have the ability to request financial support for lifesaving and quality of life veterinary care for their animal companions thanks to a $15,000 grant from the Arizona Community Foundation of Yavapai County. Jennifer Brehler, Humane Society of Sedona (HSS) Executive Director stated, “Our goal in proposing this partnership with VVCC was to help ensure that families, and especially older adults living in Yavapai County would be supported during times of crisis with their pets, and not have to forgo medical…
Sedona News – Two hundred and fifty-four law enforcement officers, including the city of Sedona’s very own Deputy Chief Stephanie Foley, graduated on June 9, 2022 from the FBI National Academy in Quantico, Va. The 282nd session consisted of men and women from 47 states and included members of law enforcement agencies from 26 countries, four military organizations and nine federal civilian organizations. Internationally known for its academic excellence, the National Academy offers 10-weeks of advanced communications, leadership and fitness training. Participants must have proven records as professionals within their agency to attend. On average, these officers have 21 years…
Sedona News – Bring your appetite for beauty to Rowe Fine Art Gallery in July, when the gallery hosts A Feast for Your Eyes, part one of a two-part show. Beginning Friday, July 1, at 4 p.m., head for the iconic gallery under Tlaquepaque Arts & Shopping Village’s bell tower to partake in paintings by artists Julie T. Chapman, Dane Chinnock, Kim Diment, Jen Farnsworth, Lynn Heil, Gary Jenkins, John Rasberry and Amy Ringholz. The show spotlights these painters through July. It continues in August when the sculptors and jewelers will step into the limelight. Julie T. Chapman’s latest mixed-media painting, Unknowable…
By Katie Lawrence Sedona News – What if you could see dozens of caves in just one day of hiking? That dream can be your reality in the Sedona area, which boasts countless trails that feature jaw-dropping caves. Some are in plain sight, while others hide in wait to be discovered. Even better, many of the trails have more than one cave, so your adventures need know no bounds. What are you waiting for? Check out these epic cave hikes in Arizona. Read More→
By Rabbi Alicia Magal Shalom and greetings from the Rabbi, Board of Directors, and congregation of the Jewish Community of Sedona and the Verde Valley. All the services, classes, and programs are listed on the synagogue website. Come join us either in person or online. See jcsvv.org for instructions to register for in-person services or online links. Visitors are welcome to attend services. On Friday, June 17, a Friday evening Erev Shabbat service, led by Rabbi Alicia Magal, begins at 5:30 pm both in person and on Zoom, and livestreamed for members and their invitees. Congregants participate by lighting candles, doing a…
By Amaya Gayle Gregory What if I was real, if I had always been real, if I knew nothing other than being real? What if I was always able to be just as I am without question? Can you imagine what such a life would be like? I grew up in self-protective mode, not from the beginning but by 5 or 6 I had learned to guard my feelings, to hide my thoughts, to keep my mouth shut on some of the vulnerable, risky things … like telling the boy I liked him, or questioning the teacher, or letting the…