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Coconino National Forest Closes Recreation Sites Indefinitely

Sedona AZ — Coconino National Forest has closed its developed recreation and day-use sites indefinitely to protect public and employee health, as well as align with state and local measures already in place to lessen the impact of COVID-19. The vast majority of the forest is still open to visitors who want to spend time outdoors participating in recreational opportunities that support social distancing,... 

Coconino National Forest Expands Red Rock Trails

Sedona AZ (May 31, 2018) – The Coconino National Forest’s Red Rock Ranger District is planning to add non-motorized Forest Service system trails through the Red Rock Trails Enhancement Project, according to a decision signed by the district ranger Thursday. Between 2013 and 2016, forest managers in the Red Rock Ranger District identified a need to provide more non-motorized trails, increase... 

Ikes Backbone Allotment Closure Under Consideration

Sedona AZ (October 5, 2015) – The following is a letter to the SedonaEye.com editor: Good afternoon, The Red Rock Ranger District of the Coconino National Forest is asking for your comments on an Environmental Assessment (EA), which includes a proposal to close the Ike’s Backbone Allotment to livestock grazing. The Ike’s Backbone Allotment is located on the southwestern boundary of the Coconino... 

Smooth Sailing with Eddie Maddock

SedonaEye.com columnist Eddie Maddock Sedona AZ (December 10, 2014) – Yes, indeed, the first official Regular Meeting of the newly seated City Council set sail for a smooth journey commencing promptly at 4:30 in the afternoon of Tuesday, December 9, 2014. The consent agenda was approved, with one item pulled for discussion by Councilman John Martinez. He questioned the appointment of Construction... 

Red Rock Ranger District Wilderness Skills

Al Cornell Sedona AZ (September 17, 2014) – Now that fall is upon us, it is prime time for hiking, backpacking or simply enjoying Sedona’s forest resources. Essential and potentially life saving information about wilderness preparation will be presented on October 3, 2014, at a First Friday Talk sponsored by the Friends of the Forest and the USDA Forest Service Red Rock Ranger District. Join... 

Sunset Park 2014 Community Campout

Sedona AZ (September 1, 2014) – It is time again for the popular Community Campout at beautiful Sunset Park in Sedona! Residents and visitors have an opportunity to camp with food provided, activities planned and restrooms nearby, all while surrounded by beautiful Sedona scenery. The camp out, courtesy of the City of Sedona Parks and Recreation department, is scheduled for September 19 and 20,... 

Fatal Plane Crash Ignites Sedona Wildfire

Sedona AZ (July 20, 2014) – “OFFICIAL UPDATE JULY 24, 2014 @ 1:32 PM – Sedona Plane Crash Victims Identified – The Yavapai County Medical Examiner has confirmed the identifies of 4 individuals killed in the plane crash near Sedona on Sunday, July 20, 2014. Jonathan McGeary , 22, from Flagstaff, Arizona – indicated as the pilot; Levi Wallace, 23, from Prescott, Arizona; Johanna... 

The State of the District Forests

Sedona AZ (June 6, 2014) – Keep Sedona Beautiful’s Speaker Series ends its 2013-2014 season Wednesday, June 11, 2014, at 5:30 p.m. with a program featuring Nicole Branton, Red Rock District Ranger of the Coconino National Forest. Branton’s talk will focus on the State of the Red Rock District, the Slide Fire and her impressions of the issues we are facing together. The evening includes donated... 

Boynton Canyon Bear Warning

Sedona frequently has wild bear sightings Photo by Sunday Larson 2012 Sedona AZ (May 5, 2014) – The following Red Rock Ranger District public notice is for visitors and residents in the Boynton Canyon area near Enchantment Resort in Sedona: Hi all, Please avoid Boynton Canyon beyond Enchantment Resort for the next week. Having fewer visitors in the upper canyon is intended to relieve the stress... 

Eye on Sedona with City Councilman Michael Ward

Submitted by the City of Sedona and authored by City Councilman Mike Ward Sedona AZ (October 23, 2013) – There exists a symbiotic relationship between our city and the Red Rock Ranger District (RRRD). Being completely surrounded by, and with nearly half of the land within the city limits comprised of national forest land, this relationship is important to both our quality of life and the economic... 
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