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Designated wilderness areas abound in Red Rock Ranger District

Despite modern man’s seeming determination to inhabit virtually every corner of the globe, designated wilderness areas in the United States are largely being spared...

Wasson coaches safety before fun

The sport of Cowboy Action Shooting is fun, as hundreds of competitors worldwide will attest, but before any excitement can be enjoyed, the emphasis...

Soccer camp teaches kids fun-damentals

Cottonwood kids are getting their kicks at Riverfront Park this week. The most popular soccer camp in the country — The British Soccer Camp...

How many trails do we really need in the red rocks?

Like many people, I live in the Verde Valley because of the trails. I grew up in Colorado, where I discovered the joy of...

Youth football league teaches safety first

The future of Camp Verde High School football starts with the blocking, tackling, passing, catching and running displayed by its youth league participants this...

On the Rocks

While most outdoor adventure films come at you with macho, testosterone-fueled action sequences, a Prescott woman is making a film about rock climbing with...

True greatness can mean a willingness to humble oneself

Spencer Haywood was like a god to me when I was 10 years old. A 6-foot, 8-inch, slammin’, jammin’, basketball playing god. In the...

Club softball teams focus on fundamentals

The future of softball in the Verde Valley is in very good hands. The summer club softball season is in full swing, and girls...

Young athletes are still the focus of local sports pages

Like many sports fans, I inherited a love of sports at an early age from my father. We spent our time together shooting hoops...

Century ride to once again benefit Taylor House

A popular Northern Arizona bike race will have its 13th ride in two weeks, and riders can still sign up. The Pepsi-Cola Taylor House...

Arizona Snowbowl’s disc golf course open for summer

This summer is a good time to get involved in a unique sport that can be played in one of the most beautiful courses...

Extend ‘Great Outdoors Month’ throughout entire summer

June 2013 has been deemed “Great Outdoors Month” by Gov. Jan Brewer as she urges Arizonans to get outside and enjoy all the state...

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