Arizona

Jeep Tour of Ancient Ruins – Review of Pink Jeep Tours, Sedona …

Published on October 8, 2012 by

I've done some Pink Jeep tours. I had a great time having someone who knew where to go to do all the driving. I love the scenery of Sedona and it's safer to have somone else driving than me oogling and almost running into someone. There are tours for everyone: niece easy tours and those in which the hummer goes up 3 verticle feet... and down.

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New edition of Flagstaff geologist’s book shows evolving theories on Grand …

Published on September 28, 2012 by

When I first visited the Grand Canyon years ago, I was told about how the Colorado River formed the canyon over thousands of years. Now there is a theory that another river was also involved. Geologist Wayne Ranney talks about the new theory in his book "Carving Grand Canyon."

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Modern life, ancient ruins coexist in Southwest – The Denver Post

Published on September 25, 2012 by

I'm always fascinated when I'm in the ancient ruins. I wonder what life was like at that time, what they were thinking and doing. I look at where the fire pit may have been and think of my own gas stove that I just need to turn a dial and the flame comes.

Modern life, ancient ruins coexist in Southwest - The Denver Post

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Published in Arizona, Attractions, AZ

United Verde Mines, Verde Distrinct, Jerome, Arizona

Published on September 13, 2012 by

I enjoyed visiting Jerome, Arizona. We were staying in Sedona at the time and wanted a little outing. There area used to be one of the major mining towns in the country. Now there are shops, artists and places to eat. Be sure and try The Haunted Hamburger and read the story of the missing tools!

United Verde Mines, Verde Distrinct, Jerome, Arizona

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What Does State Supreme Court Ruling Mean for Sedona?

Published on September 4, 2012 by

If you lived in a beautiful place like Sedona AZ, would you be interested in renting out your house or a room for a weekend? There are people who certainly would.

In 1995 the Sedona City Council passed an ordinance forbidding rentals for less than 30 days. This prevents people from renting out rooms or their home to travelers wanting to experience the beauty of Sedona but not stay in a hotel or resort.

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Published in Arizona, Sedona

2012 Sedona Winefest Weekend, September 22–23

Published on August 30, 2012 by

If you need an excuse to go to Sedona other than the beautiful red rocks and the art, try the wine. You have time to schedule a trip for the winefest the end of September. You can only drink so much wine, so give yourself time to go on at least one of the jeep tours.

2012 Sedona Winefest Weekend, September 22 – 23

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Sinagua Indian Ruins Near Sedona

Published on August 22, 2012 by

One of my interests around the area of Sedona are the ancient ruins. I wonder what the people there thought and felt. What was their daily life like? Sure, there are archeologists who make educated guesses about what life then was like. The can't, however, get into the mind and hearts of the people. They can only tell us about actions.

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Forest Service seeking Sedona-area trail builder

Published on August 20, 2012 by

I dont' know why someone was "cutting" their own trail. One of the comments to this article implies it might be an individual wanting to plant a marijuana farm. Perhaps so. Us "ordinary folks," as in those without training, don't realize how fragile the eco system is.

Forest Service seeking Sedona-area trail builder

"SEDONA, AZ - Someone has taken it upon themselves to build a half-mile of new hiking trail outside ...

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Published in Arizona, Sedona, Sedona AZ