For a unique getaway in nature without needing a lot of camping gear or experience, Airbnb guests are highly recommending Arizona Nordic Village for those seeking an outdoor adventure. “This place was the perfect backpacking trip for my family, since it was our six-year-old’s first trip,” wrote one camper. “It’s easy when you don’t have to pack a tent.” Located on Highway 180, 16 miles north of Flagstaff, seven furnished off-grid cabins and yurts are available within a short walk of the … [Read more...] about Campers Cozy Up to Arizona Nordic Village
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Tribal Royalty Encourage Connection, Unity, Participation
Miss Yavapai Apache Keikliana Lowry of Camp Verde was among several members of Native American royalty attending the 30th annual Indian Nations and Tribal Legislative Day Jan. 15 at the state capitol. “This is great and amazing,” she said. “I love to see how all the different tribes are trying to retain their culture and how there are so many cultural events here,” said Lowry, 20, a beader who plans to major in business at Mesa Community College. Tribal royalty is selected based on their … [Read more...] about Tribal Royalty Encourage Connection, Unity, Participation
Amber Godina Creates a Taste of France Inside a Purple Caboose in Clarkdale
From writing articles about food for Noise Magazine and working for Trattoria Lastrada in Bonita, California, Violette’s Bakery Café owner Amber Godina has been well trained on how to butter up her customers. This Clarkdale pastry chef is pleasing the palates of residents all around the Verde Valley as well as visitors from as far away as Europe by selling her French delights out of a train caboose-turned-cafe. Stirring up an eclectic menu of pastries, quiche, paninis, cookies, sandwiches and … [Read more...] about Amber Godina Creates a Taste of France Inside a Purple Caboose in Clarkdale
Arizona Wine Country Visionary Takes Guests Behind the Scenesv
A painting of a viticulturist’s life goes far beyond the picturesque rows of groomed vines and trellises that eventually produce an alluring glass of fine wine. Behind the surface is a palette of backbreaking labor, stress and long hours. Just like any farmer, or in this case, winegrower, the elements of nature determine your workday. From locating the best rootstock to planting, to pruning, to bottling, other factors such as weather, viruses, fungal diseases, rodents and pests factor … [Read more...] about Arizona Wine Country Visionary Takes Guests Behind the Scenesv
Double the Disks, Double the Discovery: New Insights into Planet Formation in DF Tau
Tucked away in a star-forming region in the Taurus constellation, a pair of circling stars are displaying some unexpected differences in the circumstellar disks of dust and gas that surround them. A new study led by researchers at Lowell Observatory, combining data from the Atacama Large Millimeter/submillimeter Array (ALMA) and Keck Observatory, has unveiled intriguing findings about planet formation in this binary star system, known as DF Tau, along with other systems in this region. DF Tau … [Read more...] about Double the Disks, Double the Discovery: New Insights into Planet Formation in DF Tau
Restaurateur Shifts Gears to Revive Airstream Trailers
Silver Airstream trailers are unmistakable symbols of America’s wanderlust, traveling the nation’s roads and nesting in campgrounds since the 1930s. The iconic American brand with tens of thousands of shiny aluminum trailers still on the move has gained popularity in recent decades with their retro design and reputation for long-haul reliability. Indeed, your uncle’s “silver bullet” trailer is now a hip home on wheels. This has spawned a niche business for Flagstaff Airstream Renovations LLC, … [Read more...] about Restaurateur Shifts Gears to Revive Airstream Trailers
Moonshot Announces Expanded Rural Arizona Pitch Competition Tour with Bilingual Mentors
"Moonshot, a leading Arizona-based nonprofit dedicated to fostering entrepreneurship, is preparing for its 6th Annual Rural Arizona Pitch Competition Tour. The state-wide event will expand to 20 stops across rural Arizona, offering entrepreneurs the chance to present their innovative ideas and compete for local prizes. For the first time, it will include bilingual resources and mentorship opportunities to better serve Arizona’s diverse communities. "The Pitch Tour is a tremendous rally point … [Read more...] about Moonshot Announces Expanded Rural Arizona Pitch Competition Tour with Bilingual Mentors
Snowbowl Celebrates New Aspen Chairlift, Expands Beginner Area
With the snip of the scissors, Mountain Operations Director Dale Haglin officially opened the new fixed-grip quad Aspen Chairlift, Saturday, Dec. 21, just in time for the holiday rush. The modern lift serves four new beginner-friendly trails within the Forest Service-permitted ski area, provides shorter ride times and more than doubles the previous uphill capacity. “This investment demonstrates our ongoing dedication to making skiing accessible and enjoyable for newcomers and families,” said … [Read more...] about Snowbowl Celebrates New Aspen Chairlift, Expands Beginner Area
Emmy Award Winner Vicki Lawrence Brings ‘Mama’ to Sedona
Comedy legend Vicki Lawrence, known and loved for her Emmy-winning performances on The Carol Burnett Show and her iconic role as “Mama” in Mama’s Family, is bringing her new production, “Vicki Lawrence and Mama: A Two-Woman Show,” to the Sedona Performing Arts Center, 8 p.m., Saturday, Feb. 22, as a separate ticketed event during the Sedona International Film Festival. This evening will feature a mix of stand-up, musical comedy and comedic observations about life. Fans can expect Lawrence’s … [Read more...] about Emmy Award Winner Vicki Lawrence Brings ‘Mama’ to Sedona
The Flagstaff Shakespeare Festival Creates New Arts Hub
The Flagstaff Shakespeare Festival and Interference series have a new venue for indoor performances opening this month. The Beaver Street Theatre, at 11 S. Beaver Street #2, will seat 75 people and provide flexible staging, a dedicated space for artists, staff and storage, rental opportunities for artists and an in-person box office. Calling the new venue an “exciting milestone,” Flagstaff Shakespeare Festival Executive Director Dawn Tucker says the organization’s ability to secure a permanent … [Read more...] about The Flagstaff Shakespeare Festival Creates New Arts Hub