Podcasts about Verde Valley

Hi! I'm glad you're here!...this is some powerful information. When you listen to this episode, consider this: Nicole is more than just a business colleague and mutual advocate for bringing justice to victims and survivors of interpersonal violence; she is a good friend, confidant, and someone whose integrity and unwavering dedication inspire everyone around her to do better and be better, both professionally and personally. I want to tell you a little bit more about Nicole than I have in past episode notes, because who she is, and what she has accomplished, is important for you to know in understanding why I consider Nicole such an important asset to this show. Nicole Florisi is a dedicated law enforcement professional from Jerome, Arizona, with a career that spans over two decades. Her commitment to justice, education, and community well-being is truly inspiring, and it's the kind of dedication I strive for both personally and professionally. However, Nicole has taken it even further with her impressive and multifaceted expertise, which uniquely places her at the intersection of policing, mental health, and survivor advocacy—areas where her impact is felt deeply. You'll hear the dedication and passion in her voice as the interview goes on. Nicole's journey began in the Verde Valley region of Arizona, where she served as a police officer and later as a sergeant. She maintains her law enforcement certification and continues to serve with Jerome PD as a reserve officer. Beyond her law enforcement roles, Nicole's vision for supporting survivors led her to become the executive director of a women's shelter, where she applied her skills to advocate for and empower those affected by interpersonal violence. In a previous employment position with Virtra, Nicole authored 15 hours of curriculum for VirTra's V-VICTA® program, focusing on topics like mental illness, trauma, and crisis communication. Transitioning from frontline policing to specialized training, Nicole became a law enforcement subject matter expert and instructor with Force Science, an organization renowned for its research and training in human behavior and use-of-force science. Her work emphasizes the importance of brain fitness and resilience for first responders, integrating psychological principles into practical training to enhance decision-making and reduce harm. Impressive? Absolutely! And this is how Force Science describes Nicole: Nicole has extensive experience as an educator, police officer, and therapist. She provides front-line instruction in de-escalation, crisis communications, and force encounters investigations. With over 25 years of experience, she has held positions including communications specialist, patrol officer, patrol sergeant, investigator, and acting chief. She has held previous roles as a Law Enforcement Subject Matter Expert at and as the Executive Director for the ; a shelter dedicated to providing services for victims of sex trafficking, sexual violence, and domestic violence. Nicole is currently working on her doctorate in clinical psychology. She holds two post-master's degrees; one in Human Factors Psychology and one in Trauma Counseling; an M.S. in Professional Counseling; and a B.S. in Public Safety Administration and Emergency Management. (Cite: ; 27 May 2025) Her academic pursuits complement her professional experience, allowing her to contribute to the development of evidence-based training programs that address the complexities of modern law enforcement encounters. Nicole's approach is grounded in scientific research, aiming to bridge the gap between theory and practice in policing. Nicole's commitment extends beyond training and education; she actively engages in initiatives that promote mental health and wellness within the law enforcement community. Her work includes teaching de-escalation techniques, crisis communication, and conducting critical incident debriefings that support officers' mental health and resilience. By fostering a culture of wellness, Nicole advocates for a paradigm shift in how law enforcement agencies approach officer well-being and community interactions. I hope this biographical information provides insight into why I regard Nicole as not only a top-tier professional and expert contributor to everything SASS represents, but also why I hold her in the highest regard both professionally and personally as a valued friend. Thank you, Nicole for guesting this week on SASS…you are truly appreciated! An important side note: if you're finding value in these episodes, please take a moment to leave a 5-star rating on your podcast platform. 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Michelle Razavi, the co-founder of Elavi, pulls back the curtain on how the brand landed a $1 million order from Costco just four months after the debut of its protein brownies. The hosts also discuss Chobani's purchase of Daily Harvest and Via Verde Valle's acquisition of A Dozen Cousins and how the latter may reflect a new paradigm in which founders favor strategic exits over prolonged fundraising Show notes: 0:45: Pass The Brownies. Sample Your Wares. Fundraise Or Sell? Justin Time. Phony And Fantastic. – The hosts munch on Elavi's protein brownies and heap praise on the brand's co-founders Michelle Razavi and Nikki Elliot. They also highlight sampling opportunities and retailer buyer access at BevNET Live Summer 2025, before diving into recent industry M&A activity, including Chobani's acquisition of Daily Harvest and Verde Valley's acquisition of A Dozen Cousins. They discuss how these moves reflect shifting strategies in CPG, where founders increasingly favor strategic exits over prolonged fundraising. The team also reviews a variety of new products, including Justin's new better-for-you candy bars, Campari's non-alcoholic spritz Crodino, and the standout Phony White Negroni by St. Agrestis. Other notable mentions include energy-infused gum, crypto-themed sparkling water, and functional tea and coffee drinks. 29:09: Interview: Michelle Razavi, Co-Founder, Elavi – Michelle talks about how Elavi spotted whitespace in the protein snack category, the brand's journey to retail readiness, including key learnings from Costco roadshows, and how strategic packaging design and in-store execution have fueled velocity at scale. She also discusses buyer relationships, proving value as an emerging brand, and the internal resilience required to lead a mission-driven company through rapid iteration and distribution. Brands in this episode: Elavi, Olipop, Chobani, Polar, Daily Harvest, A Dozen Cousins, Verde Valle, Snickers, Gigantic Candy, Harken Sweets, Justin's, Campari, Aperol, Crodino, Crush, St. Agrestis, Instant Energy Gum, Rekt, Fktea, Fuzzee Coffee, RXBAR, Caulipower

Send us a text and chime in!*** UPDATE: Beginning at 8 a.m. on Friday, May 30, 2025, Yavapai County will enact Stage 1 Fire Restrictions for Zones One (1) and Two (2) due to increasing fire danger and persistent dry conditions.  These restrictions include the following Fire Ban Zones: One (1) and Two (2), including the areas of Prescott, Prescott Valley, Chino Valley, Dewey-Humboldt, Sedona, Cottonwood, Camp Verde, the Verde Valley, and surrounding communities Activities Prohibited Under Stage 1 Fire Restrictions: Igniting, building, maintaining, or using a fire, including fires fueled by combustible materials such as wood, charcoal, briquettes, and/or coal. Exclusion: Fires fueled by combustible materials,... For the written story, read here >> https://www.signalsaz.com/articles/yavapai-county-enacts-stage-2-fire-restrictions-in-zones-3-4-5/Check out the CAST11.com Website at: https://CAST11.com Follow the CAST11 Podcast Network on Facebook at: https://Facebook.com/CAST11AZFollow Cast11 Instagram at: https://www.instagram.com/cast11_podcast_network

Coolkay and Countyfairgrounds.net inteview Colleen Director of this years Verde Valley Fair in Cottonwood, Arizona comping up shortly. We talk about parking and restorooms and whats on the grounds and not to be messed and we talk fair food and what comes up after the fair 

Yavapai College's HVAC (Heating, Ventilation, and Air Conditioning) Certification Program is making waves in the Verde Valley and beyond, as students not only gain cutting-edge skills but also secure jobs in the industry before even graduating. This hands-on program, located at YC's Verde Valley campus in Clarkdale, is helping students transform their lives by preparing them for high-demand careers in the HVAC field. Under the guidance of James Morales, a veteran HVAC professional and passionate educator, the program has become a beacon of opportunity for students of all ages and backgrounds. Combining state-of-the-art facilities with real-world experience, YC's HVAC program... For the written story, read here >> https://www.signalsaz.com/articles/yavapai-college-hvac-program-celebrates-student-success/Check out the CAST11.com Website at: https://CAST11.com Follow the CAST11 Podcast Network on Facebook at: https://Facebook.com/CAST11AZFollow Cast11 Instagram at: https://www.instagram.com/cast11_podcast_network

With Scottsdale Season in full effect, the economic impact is large. There's Barett- Jackson, WMPO, Arabian Horse show and now Spring Training is in full effect. Making sure Scottsdale stays on the map as a tourist destination takes a team and the community's commitment. Which is why I'm excited to have Rachel Smetana, Scottsdale's Tourism & Events Director with us to talk about the real economic impact of these big events.   Calendar of Events MLB Spring Training - Cactus League It's that time of the year again! Arizona is home to the Cactus League Spring training and it is quickly approaching! This is a perfect opportunity to get your friends and family together to have some drinks, soak up the sun, and enjoy some pre-season baseball. Find your favorite team's schedule and secure your tickets today.   Arabian Horse Show Celebrating their 70th year of celebration at WestWorld starting Feb 13th. Sure to be bigger and better as they celebrate 70 years. This is the last week for you to get your tickets. It's always a fun family event.    Made in Arizona: Wine Dinner at Cafe Alegro Join Café Allegro at the Musical Instruments Museum for a five-course dinner and wine pairing. Wines from Chateau Tumbleweed in Arizona's Verde Valley pair perfectly with a special locally sourced menu designed by MIM executive chef Paul Steele and pastry chef Vanessa Bejar. Dinner will be accompanied by live Indigenous music and served in MIM's main courtyard. Reservations are required so make sure to check out their website.  

With Scottsdale Season in full effect, the economic impact is large. There's Barett- Jackson, WMPO, Arabian Horse show and now Spring Training is in full effect. Making sure Scottsdale stays on the map as a tourist destination takes a team and the community's commitment. Which is why I'm excited to have Rachel Smetana, Scottsdale's Tourism & Events Director with us to talk about the real economic impact of these big events.   Calendar of Events MLB Spring Training - Cactus League It's that time of the year again! Arizona is home to the Cactus League Spring training and it is quickly approaching! This is a perfect opportunity to get your friends and family together to have some drinks, soak up the sun, and enjoy some pre-season baseball. Find your favorite team's schedule and secure your tickets today.   Arabian Horse Show Celebrating their 70th year of celebration at WestWorld starting Feb 13th. Sure to be bigger and better as they celebrate 70 years. This is the last week for you to get your tickets. It's always a fun family event.    Made in Arizona: Wine Dinner at Cafe Alegro Join Café Allegro at the Musical Instruments Museum for a five-course dinner and wine pairing. Wines from Chateau Tumbleweed in Arizona's Verde Valley pair perfectly with a special locally sourced menu designed by MIM executive chef Paul Steele and pastry chef Vanessa Bejar. Dinner will be accompanied by live Indigenous music and served in MIM's main courtyard. Reservations are required so make sure to check out their website.  

While we stayed in the Verde Valley, Lori had a chance to visit with a childhood hero!

Earlier this week, the Yavapai-Apache Nation and U.S. Forest Service inked a rare land exchange in the Verde Valley to expand one of the smallest reservations in Arizona. By approving Proposition 314, voters have effectively increased Phoenix police officer workload by making them immigration agents, too. The Phoenix Union High School District wants the state to investigate after two independent audits found issues with the district's hiring practices. Plus the latest business, metro Phoenix, Fronteras Desk and health news.

**Notice for The Your Sleep Guru Community:** Due to the recent storm in Western North Carolina, Clara has been forced to evacuate her home. As a result, this will be the final episode release until she can return to her studio in the mountains. Your thoughts and well wishes for the affected communities are greatly appreciated. Join Clara on a peaceful journey through Arizona's Verde Valley, where towering red rock cliffs and a tranquil creek set the scene for this guided nocturnal meditation. Nocturnal meditation is designed to guide your mind into deep relaxation, easing you into restful sleep. It works on both subliminal and subconscious levels, calming your thoughts and inviting a peaceful state of mind. As you listen, your subconscious absorbs the positive energy, promoting emotional balance while you sleep. In this episode, you'll explore hidden treasures within the canyon and connect with the sacred energy of the land. Walking along the winding trail, you'll discover the balance between holding on and knowing when to let go. Whether dealing with sleeplessness, anxiety, or simply seeking quiet reflection, this nocturnal meditation will help you unwind, reconnect, and open the path to rejuvenation. Your Sleep Guru Podcast is now available on a dedicated app! Download it from the app store and enjoy ad-free listening, exclusive courses, behind-the-scenes content, and more. Thank you for being part of the community. May your dreams be as soothing as the landscapes we explore together. Sleep well, dear listeners.

This episode is sponsored by Marriott Bonvoy. Here's a brand new episode of a travel podcast we think you're going to really enjoy!On this episode of About the Journey, Oneika Raymond kick starts this season in Sedona, Arizona, a desert oasis tucked in the Verde Valley and known for its stunning red rock formations and energy vortices. There, she embarks on a wellness journey to explore how Sedona encourages visitors to slow down to reconnect to themselves. She meets up with three locals who help her tap into Sedona's must-visit stops to experience self discovery and mindful travel.Oneika starts her day with a morning hike to Yavapai Vista to meet with Melina Fuhrmann, the owner of Spirit Flow, a wellness center that helps others reconnect to themselves in this one-of-a-kind place. Melina shares the secrets of Sedona's energy vortices before leading Oneika through a grounding meditation. Then, Oneika and Melina head to the Courtyard Marriott Sedona, for a sit-down conversation about the art of self care. We hear how vital it is to slow down in nature.Next, Oneika heads to the Palatki Heritage Site, an archaeological site with cliff dwellings and rock art from some of Sedona's earliest inhabitants. Oneika's guide, Nick Massoni of the U.S. Forest Service, bridges the past and present by sharing ancient stories of Sedona's past that help Oneika understand her own legacy. As the sun sets over Sedona, Oneika travels to her final stop — a stargazing session with Dave Sanders of Sedona Stargazing. Oneika takes in the starry night sky while learning the impact darkness plays in the desert's habitat, and on our own busy lives.Experience Sedona's transformative power for yourself. For more about Oneika's journey — and to get other itinerary ideas — visit Marriott Bonvoy Traveler. To learn more and book a room at the Courtyard Marriott Sedona, visit the hotel's website. Book wellness-inspired activities for yourself at Marriott Bonvoy Tours & Activities. Marriott Bonvoy members earn points on every experience booked through the site. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Oneika Raymond kick-starts this season in Sedona, Arizona, a desert oasis tucked in the Verde Valley and known for its stunning red rock formations and energy vortices. There, she embarks on a wellness journey to explore how Sedona encourages visitors to slow down to reconnect to themselves. She meets up with three locals who help her tap into Sedona's must-visit stops to experience self discovery and mindful travel.Oneika starts her day with a morning hike to Yavapai Vista to meet with Melina Fuhrmann, the owner of Spirit Flow, a wellness center that helps others reconnect to themselves in this one-of-a-kind place. Melina shares the secrets of Sedona's energy vortices before leading Oneika through a grounding meditation. Then, Oneika and Melina head to the Courtyard Marriott Sedona, for a sit-down conversation about the art of self care. We hear how vital it is to slow down in nature.Next, Oneika heads to the Palatki Heritage Site, an archaeological site with cliff dwellings and rock art from some of Sedona's earliest inhabitants. Oneika's guide, Nick Massoni of the U.S. Forest Service, bridges the past and present by sharing ancient stories of Sedona's past that help Oneika understand her own legacy. As the sun sets over Sedona, Oneika travels to her final stop — a stargazing session with Dave Sanders of Sedona Stargazing. Oneika takes in the starry night sky while learning the impact darkness plays in the desert's habitat, and on our own busy lives. Experience Sedona's transformative power for yourself. For more about Oneika's journey — and to get other itinerary ideas — visit Marriott Bonvoy Traveler. To learn more and book a room at the Courtyard Marriott Sedona, visit the hotel's website. Book wellness-inspired activities for yourself at Marriott Bonvoy Tours & Activities. Marriott Bonvoy members earn points on every experience booked through the site. About the Journey is a podcast produced by Marriott Bonvoy Traveler, AT WILL MEDIA, MNTRA, and Oneika Raymond. Listen and follow the show here.To read full episode transcripts from About the Journey and see photos of each featured destination, head to About the Journey on Marriott Bonvoy Traveler. Starting this season, you can watch full videos of each episode on the Marriott Bonvoy YouTube channel.

In this episode, Ken and Lisa of Watters Garden Center in Prescott discuss the top shade trees for the Verde Valley. Which shade trees will bring some welcome respite from the hot summer sun? Listen in to find out.Listen to Mountain Gardener on Cast11: https://cast11.com/mountain-gardener-with-ken-lain-gardening-podcast/Follow Cast11 on Facebook: https://Facebook.com/CAST11AZFollow Cast11 on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/cast11_podcast_network/

On today's newscast: Mill linked to Arizona uranium mining takes 136 tons of Japanese nuclear waste, Flagstaff man gets life in prison for the starvation death of his 6-year-old son, a second NAU runner qualified for the 2024 Paris Olympics, the Yavapai-Apache Nation approved a water rights settlement that resolves all claims in the Verde Valley, and more.

In this episode, the FAQ is: How can I travel solo while in a “group”?  Today's Destination is: Sedona, AZ Today's Mistake- I bought the wrong ticket online Travel Advice:  Gas up when half full.   FAQ: How can I travel solo while still in a “group”?   Answer: Before or after your group trip, plan some solo time, for just you. That way, when you do get to the arranged activities, you will be ready and prepared. Some people like to warm up by going with just one friend, before they join the group. That's ok, too.   After your group tour, you may want to spend a few days in the same region to explore other options and see things that were left off the tour. Tourguides generally only show you the best parts of the region. To really experience it, you need some solo trip time, too.   Today's destination: Sedona, Arizona   Sedona, Arizona, and the Verde Valley area are 1200 square miles big and are a traveler's delight. It's like an oasis in the desert, but lifelike and real. It's known for spirituality, wellness, and red rocks.   Sedona's magic goes back to history and legend. It may have been linked to early Aztec or Mayan occupation thousands of years ago. The earliest native artifacts—such as pottery and weavings—found in the area date back to as early as the 7th century. Later, tribes were present, including the Hopi, Navajo, and (YA—VA Pie) Yavapai.   Cliff houses are worth exploring such as Sedona's (pal at kI) Palatki Heritage Site or nearby Montezuma Castle. Way back in the 16th century, the Spanish called the local in-dig in us) Indigenous people Sinagua, which means without water. Sedona is named after the wife of TC Schnebly, the founder in modern days of the area.   https://visitsedona.com/      Today's Mistake- I bought the wrong ticket online.       Today's Travel Advice-Gas up when half full   Check the gas gauge when you get in the car. Make sure you have enough. It's best to fill up early in the day if you can. I try to fill up whenever I am halfway full. Gas prices have been dropping lately. Use the GasBuddy app or similar method of finding the cheapest gas in your neigbhorhood.   Connect with Dr Travelbest Drmarytravelbest.com Dr. Mary Travelbest Twitter Dr. Mary Travelbest Facebook Page Dr. Mary Travelbest Facebook Group Dr. Mary Travelbest Instagram email: info@drmarytravelbest.com Dr. Mary Travelbest Podcast Dr. Travelbest on TikTok Dr.Travelbest onYouTube

Justin Chambers & Hunter Rauch with Chambers Realty Group give a real estate market update focusing heavily on the Verde Valley and Sedona but also discuss Arizona and national trends. We also discuss water in AZ, Phoenix and CA transplants and growth in central Arizona.      —————————————— Please FOLLOW or SUBSCRIBE to the Jeff Oravits Show! RUMBLE   YouTube   ApplePodCasts   AmazonMusic   Spotify        Also on Twitter and www.TalkWithJeff.com   Disclaimer: The information provided on the Jeff Oravits Show does not constitute legal, medical, financial or tax advice.  All information is the opinions of the host's and his guests.  You should always seek the advice of a professional regarding any of these complex issues to make sure all circumstances of your situation are properly considered.   ——————————————

About this episode:In this inaugural episode of Shift Shift Bloom's second season, host Kristen Cerelli delves into the transformative world of equine therapy with Belle Shook, a former professional counselor turned equine guidance expert. Belle shares her journey from conventional talk therapy to founding Equine Guidance, a unique ranch in Arizona's Verde Valley, where American Bashkir curly horses aid individuals in healing and personal development.About our guest:Belle Shook has trained in the science of healing, and is also an intuitive therapist and coach who focuses on personal development, clarity after trauma, and spiritual interconnectedness. Pioneers in the field of equine therapy, Belle and the herd of Bashkir Curly horses, Salsa, Penny, and Mimi, assist people in accessing and developing their potential for living lives of greater health and happiness. Where to find our guest(s) online:Belle's Website @equine_guidance on Instagram @BelleEquine on Twitter Other Resources Mentioned:Bessel Van Der Kolk, MDPeter Levine, PhDSomatic Experiencing InternationalStephen Porges, PhDPolyvagal InstituteFight, Flight, Freeze and Fawn ResponsesKimberly Tumlin, PhDAdditional Resources:TCOMThe Praed FoundationIPH CenterCredits:All content Copyright ActuallyQuiteNice, Inc & TCOM Studios, 2022-2024Cover art by @jacksonfallMusic by Ray Wyssman, The Simoleons, and Kristen Cerelli

CHRIS SLUSARENKO (EYELIDS, REVOLUTIONS PER MOVIE, GUIDED BY VOICES) stops by The Geoff and Whisp Show when the guys were not expecting a guest. Farmer Dan stops by to talk about Shetland Creameries. They talk about Chris' podcast, REVOLUTIONS PER MOVIE and Farmer Dan's exploding podcasting career. Art Spart also covers weather as the greater Verde Valley is under a "Tormato Warning!" Will Chris make it through the entire show or will Producer Scotty just keep slipping him Benadryl pills to swallow? Will we ever figure out why kids are going nuts for Rich Little impressions on TikTok right now?! That's all on this episode of 108.9 The Hawk - The World's Greatest Podcast About A Fictional Classic Rock Radio Station! Sponsored by: Weird Airport Burritos Juggggs Mug Emporium Sharney's And ChatBot Therapy Chris Slusarenko is a musician with such bands as Eyelids & Guided By Voices and was the owner of Clinton Street Video, an independent rental store for over 22 years in Portland, Oregon.  He is also the host of Revolutions Per Movie, a podcast where he is joined by actors, musicians, comedians, writers & directors who each week pick out their favorite music documentary, musical, music-themed fiction film, or music videos to discuss. Fun, weird, and insightful, Revolutions Per Movie is a deep dive into our life-long obsessions where music and film collide. Check the show out here: https://shows.acast.com/revolutionspermovie 108.9 The Hawk was created, written and performed by Jason Gore and Geoff Garlock. Listen. Subscribe. Tell your friends. Support The Hawk at https://patreon.com/1089thehawk! Bonus episodes! Hawk episodes one week early! So much more! Learn more about 108.9 The Hawk at 1089thehawk.com! GET THAT HAWK MERCH: http://tee.pub/lic/goodrockshirts   FOLLOW US ON YOUTUBE https://www.youtube.com/@1089thehawk SOCIAL SIGHTS: https://twitter.com/1089thehawk https://instagram.com/1089thehawk https://www.tiktok.com/@1089thehawk https://bsky.app/profile/1089thehawk.bsky.social https://www.threads.net/@1089thehawk The Hawk will be back next week with “How To Open A Business On Hog Street with Natasha Vaynblat!”

www.atravelpath.com https://delicioats.com/discount/PATH Use Code PATH   What an exciting episode about Sedona, Arizona! We welcomed back Marc and Julie from RVLove and they told us all about one of their favorite places to visit. In this episode you'll learn all about: Camping Unbeknownst to many (including us during our first visit to Sedona), Sedon has a strict policy regarding sleeping in your car or RV. They told us about their favorite campgrounds near Sedona, as well as an incredible boondocking location.   Hiking There is no shortage of beautiful hiking trails that offer spectacular views of the surrounding red rock in Sedona. Marc and Julie named a few of their favorites, including Boynton Canyon and Bell Rock.   Sunsets in Sedona You can't leave Sedona without experiencing a sunset, and how the fading sun casts growing shadows across the vast landscape. They shared a view of their favorite sunset locations in Sedona, although they also mentioned that as long as you have views overlooking west, you can't go wrong!   Restaurants Whether you are looking to fuel yourself for a long hike, or catch dinner with amazing views, Marc and Julie listed several of their favorite restaurants and Sedona. And don't miss their tip on how you can sometimes find the best tasting food at popular destinations.   3, 2, 1 Countdown 3 Things You Should Pack to Sedona: ·        Hiking Boots ·        Layered Clothing ·        Bikes ·        Sunscreen 2 Complaints or Things You Should be Prepared For in Sedona: ·        Crowds ·        Planning Ahead & Limited Camping Options 1 Thing You Can't Leave Sedona WITHOUT Doing: ·        Boynton Canyon ·        Watch sunset over the red rocks   00:00 Introduction 03:30 Favorite Activities in Sedona 07:30 How Long Should Someone Plan to Stay in Sedona? 09:30 How Far in Advance Should You Plan to Visit Sedona? 12:45 Is Sedona Dog Friendly? 15:45 Boondocking or Campgrounds? 18:30 Restaurants 22:45 Internet and Cell Service in Sedona 26:45 Overall Cost in Sedona 28:00 Nearby Attractions 32:00 Delicioats 33:00 3, 2, 1 Countdown     RVLove on Social ·        Website (take the quiz!): https://rvlove.com/ ·        Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/rvlovetravel/ ·        YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@Rvlove ·        Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/RVLoveTV   Hiking in Sedona ·        Boynton Canyon Trail (with Subway Tunnel): https://www.alltrails.com/trail/us/arizona/boynton-canyon-trail ·        Bell Rock Trail: https://www.alltrails.com/trail/us/arizona/bell-rock--3   Sunsets Locations ·        Boynton Canyon ·        Enchantment Resort: https://www.enchantmentresort.com/ ·        Airport Overlook   Nighttime ·        Sedona UFO Tours: https://visitsedona.com/things-to-do/tours-sightseeing/ufo-tours/ ·        Restaurants   Restaurants ·        Mariposa: https://www.mariposasedona.com/ ·        Pisa Lisa: https://www.pisalisa.com/ ·        Cucina Rustica: https://www.cucinarustica.com/ ·        The Vault: https://www.thevaultuptown.com/ ·        The Indian Gardens: https://www.indiangardens.com/ ·        Steakhouse 89: https://www.steakhouse89.com/   To Do ·        Holy Chapel of the Cross: https://chapeloftheholycross.com/ ·        Vortex ATV Rentals: https://www.vortexatvrental.com/ ·        Our Sedona Video: https://youtu.be/mXY8S3Fhg_k ·        Our Sedona Blog: https://atravelpath.com/sedona/     Nearby Attractions ·        Jerome Ghost Town: https://azjerome.com/ ·        Grand Canyon: https://www.nps.gov/grca/index.htm ·        Flagstaff: https://www.flagstaffarizona.org/   Camping ·        Cottonwood Campground ·        Verde Ranch: https://verderanchrvresort.com/ ·        Verde Valley Fairgrounds: http://www.vvfair.com/camping-and-rentals.html ·        Campground INSIDE Sedona: https://ranchosedona.com/ ·        Dead Horse State Park: https://azstateparks.com/dead-horse   Dogs ·        Bring Fido: https://www.bringfido.com/   Music ·        Music from #Uppbeat (free for Creators!): https://uppbeat.io/t/sky-toes/ready-as-ever License code: WYQ2IKRBMVFP3EJS   Disclaimer *All content from atravelpath.com, including but not limited to The Travel Path Podcast and social media platforms, is designed to share general information. We are not experts and the information is not designed to serve as legal, financial, or tax advice. Always do your own research and due diligence before making a decision.   Transcript: Host: Marc and Julie, welcome back to the Travel Path Podcast. It's great to have you here again.   Guest: Great to be back.   Host: So, if anybody missed part one, we got a crash course on everything RV. You guys have been traveling for 10 years, talked about all the five different types of RVs you've been into or five different types of RV you guys have had over the years, talked about budgeting, planning, preparing—a whole bunch of information. Everybody, check out part one. For part two, travel tips. We're talking about one particular destination. So, Marc and Julie, where are we talking about today?   Guest: I say we talk about Sedona. I say we talk about Sedona too. Sedona, Arizona. It's one of our favorite places that we've visited multiple times on our travels. And, yeah, yeah, we were just there last month. Actually, we're not currently there. We're in AR-Iona, but we're not in Sedona right now. But we do love it. In fact, in all of our years of travel before we actually got a home base back a few years ago, when people would ask us where we thought we would settle, it was on our short list of places because that surrounding area, yeah, that it's getting really expensive now and very touristy now too—very touristy, very busy.   Host: So, obviously, you've been to Sedona multiple times. It's something that's very special to you. What made you decide to talk about Sedona out of all the places you've been?   Guest: There's just something magical about it, you know? And anyone that's been there knows. And it is actually known for having what they call vortexes of these, and I should have looked up what's the proper explanation of what they, these special magical energy. It does attract a lot of people that are healers or spiritual teachers and authors and people that are going through major life changes and reinvention. There's something about it that just envelops you. And it's just incredibly scenic. It's very beautiful—red, scenic, very beautiful. If you like that kind of thing. If you're somebody who prefers like the keys and trees, maybe not. But we happen to love Red Rock scenery and landscape. And it's just quite stunning and in different times of the day, so beautiful. Amazing hiking, fantastic biking, yeah, biking, off-roading, Jeeping. And there's even some, if people—there's some Rivers there too. And it's also reasonable proximity to get up into altitude into the mountains, so there's a lot of really cool stuff with a reasonable too.   Host: Yeah, yes, that's a perfect opportunity to talk about all the different activities that you can do. I know when we were there, we did atving through the Red Rock, which was amazing. Have you guys done anything specific that you've really enjoyed?   Guest: You know, one of my favorite memories of Sedona is when we actually boondocked. We weren't in a campground. We were off a road called Forest Road 525. And we probably took—it was our first RV. It was the one, I think we showed in the last episode actually where that picture was taken. Right, so that is actually where we were parked. This is not a Photoshop of the RV in this scenic spot. This is the whole big photo that Marc took with the Drone. But we found this parking spot right with this 35t class A Motorhome that is not really well, not at all designed for off-roading. And we ended up with this fantastic spot. We did have to do a little bit of slow and yeah, get a little creative and slow to get in there. But what I think, I know what you're gonna say is what was so fun is we were at the day after we were there. You know those Jeep tours in Sedona, they have the pink Jeep tours, you know, and then the yellow ATVs. This road we're on is one of their popular exit points for one of their big tours, right? So they go on this big long super technical off-roading Trail, and then they come up to our RV. And because we came, we backed in from the end where they come on the big long route. And then so they see us and the looks on their faces were so classic because they're like, how in the world did you get that here? So that was a really fun memory. But we came in from the road, they came in from the trail, so we saw a lot of that there. We actually, funnily enough, haven't done Jeep. Well, we have done Jeeping, not one of the Jeep tours, but we do have a Jeep, and we did do some of the trails with our Jeep. Yeah, we've done a lot of biking and hiking out there too, though. Just the trails are so amazing and just even just watching a sunset or a sunrise because the land is so textured with all the red rocks and so much texture in the shadows. It's really dramatic for sun when the sun is setting while it's still craning the shadows and even just from the airport is actually one of the good spots for vantage points. There's a lot of great vantage points in town, but that's one of them. And in the last episode, we talked about sunsets, right? So any RV would be familiar with this. It's something we talk, we as RVers as a community talk about a lot. And it's like there are so many vantage points just to get an amazing sunset view from Sedona. So that can just be a fun thing, especially if you're there for a week or two, go to a different spot every night to see the sunset. That's actually one of the things we love about RVing is people can still enjoy the same sunsets, the same experiences of an area, whether you're driving a $5,000 motorized or if you're driving a $3-4 million bus conversion. That a lot of that lifestyle can be had from whatever price point. So.   Host: Yeah, very true. There are definitely a lot of areas for sunset and sunrise. We went to one sunset particularly and it was so crowded. So I would say definitely give yourself the opportunity to see maybe where you can find less of a crowd. Just because sometimes.   Guest: Good luck with that. In years ago was easier, less so now, yeah. But you know, also just try to avoid, and this, this goes for any touristy place, not just Sedona, but just obviously try and avoid weekends if you can. That's when the people that just have the weekends off. I think as RVers, that's one of the huge advantages of the lifestyles, you get to enjoy things because you're already right there. So you don't have to wait till Friday or Saturday or Sunday to go see something special. You can often do it, especially in the summer time, go and see it after hours or, you know, if you can get out in the middle of your workday, if you have a flexible schedule, go and do that. But yeah, absolutely.   Host: So, to get that full experience of Sedona, how long do you think someone should actually plan their trip for?   Guest: Now, we're talking about somebody who's just going for a little short vacation, like, do you want to, or somebody that's like an RV traveler that wants to either...   Host: I think, you know, mostly we're talking van RVs that are typically listening. But, I know, of course, you could do Sedona in a little extended weekend. But for someone who's going to take their RV and really wants to enjoy some of those hikes, the Red Rocks, the food they have, how long do you think they should go?   Guest: I think at least a week. I think so too, yeah, because there's a lot of great food, there's a lot of great hiking, and a lot of exploring. And especially because there's so much other stuff that's a reasonable distance drive from that area as well. You can drive to the Grand Canyon from Sedona if you want to do a day trip or get up to Flagstaff, you can go up to Jerome, that little quirky up on the hill. But I think it's really, it comes down to a couple of things. One is, what's your pace, you know? Do you have to work or have you just got the whole week off? Are you somebody who just likes to run around and see a bunch of things or take a more leisurely paced? But I think if you can give yourself a good week there, it's... there aren't a ton of campgrounds in the area and they are popular, the ones that are there, and they're not necessarily inexpensive because it's such a popular touristy area. But you can stay a bit out of there. You can stay half an hour away at places like Cottonwood, which is where we've stayed. There's a really nice state park over there as well. I think it's called Dead Horse. Terrible name. T-Ran State Park or something. But it's a nice location and, you know, if you're an RVer, you're a driver. So I mean, we don't necessarily have to be right in the heart of everything. Sometimes it's nice just to be out a bit of the main touristy area and we'll just drive in for a restaurant or drive in for or park somewhere and go do that biking and hiking and just try to avoid those downtown tourist areas at the busy days.   Host: Yeah, of course. Now, when you're planning your trip to Sedona, how long in advance should you start planning? Because I know for us, we typically don't plan, but with Sedona and having some of the ordinances of not being able to just pull over and sleep anywhere, I think you do need to plan ahead a little bit because the camping is popular and those campgrounds fill up. So what do you think the planning time is for your trip?   Guest: No, just as soon as you can because I don't know what the booking window is for that state park. You'd have to go in and check their website. But as soon as you can. We have a camping membership that we use. There is a campground in Cottonwood that, and that is one of the most popular parks in Arizona. So we probably, you know, when we're full-timing and we would go and stay there for a couple of weeks at a time, we probably planned that a few months in advance, yeah. But also, I recommend trying to go on a shoulder season when it's less crowded too. So that's a big part of planning is if you can go avoiding the peak times both on the day of the week but also the peak month, you have a much better opportunity which is usually outside of, you know, from Memorial Day to Labor Day is typically your busiest time anywhere in the summer. So you know, go in April, May, or go in September, October, something got nice times a year to be there. But I would say if if you are a planner, because not everybody is, three to four months or, you know, you could even plan one or two months out. Really just depends on your your stop.   Host: Do you have a specific month that you like to go in or is it when it fits into your schedule?   Guest: It's usually just when it fits into our schedule. We were there for a couple of weeks in June when we were doing that boondocking location we showed you at the beginning. And that got really hot. We were boondocking, so we weren't in a campground. We weren't plugged into power, so we weren't running the AC's. We positioned the coach in such a way that we could take advantage of the climate. And that's a really important part when you are boondocking, is to learn how to park your RV to work with the areas where the sun is coming up and going down and where what patio side so you can get the shade. So, just something to really be aware of when you start doing boondocking. I would say if you're going to Sedona in the spring in particular, just be really mindful of the weather because it can rain and even snow. It is an elevation and if you're boondocking out off that road like we were talking about, I mean, we've seen friends that have been really stuck and bogged in that and that red dirt turns into clay and it's sppy pretty and that can be raining and snowing right up till April or May. We, I don't think, I don't recall any significant rain when we were there the month of June, but boy did it get hot up to, you know, 95 and high 90s. And so, there would be a little bit every day that we would just run the generator and turn on the air conditioner just to cool things down. So, that was probably... I wouldn't want to go there July, August. I think that would be too hot. I would avoid it. It's still hot July, August is very hot. So, I think, you know, June, September, you know, May, June, September, October, I would say would be the optimal months to visit Sedona, yeah.   Host: Perfect tips. And you guys are a dog family. So, how is Sedona traveling with pets? I found it to be pretty dog friendly when we were there.   Guest: Yep, yep, it's dog friendly. And, you know, that is definitely a high priority for us when we travel. We use an app called BringFido, which I mean, you can search on Yelp and Trip Advisor and things like that and put in the dog friendly, and we usually search for restaurants with outdoor patios anyway, but they are the ones that are more likely to be dog friendly. So, for restaurants, but BringFido is a really great app to be able to find anything that's where you can bring your furry friends. Perfect.   Host: Did you find a lot of dog friendly restaurants with patios in Sedona specifically?   Guest: Well, actually, I don't think we had a dog when we went to Sedona because, um, sadly, we lost our first dog only five months into our travels. And so, we hadn't been to Sedona then. And then we were without a dog for about six years, which and the times we visited Sedona. And we do have a dog now, but we left him with somebody who took care of him just for the day. We just rented a car for the day. We were staying in the Phoenix area in Mesa and we just rented a fun convertible for the day. And we just took a day trip just to go and take a drive, have lunch at in Sedona, and left the dog behind. So, it was a date day. So, I wasn't paying much attention to the dog's needs that day. It was all about us.   Host: But I'm sure they'll make it to Sedona at some point. Sounds like you'll be going back, yeah.   Guest: Oh, yeah. Oh, yeah. Well, that's the other thing too, like when you ask about the time how long someone should spend there and this is something we learned in all our years of travels is it's a shift of mindset when you go on a vacation regularly before we started RVing you feel like you have to jam it all into you know however long you've got to be there for a week or two but you need to switch gears in your mind that no this is this is a lifestyle now I don't have to see everything now and check everything off the listes let's just see what we see and do here now that fits our desires is suitable for this particular time of year and fits our budget and fits our just your own personal Cadence of of what feels good for you some people are more on the-go people and some people want to go a little bit quieter and slower uh is just remind yourself I can always come back and you you know you don't like we we're here in Tucson right now and I don't think we'll ever run out of things to do here there's just so much great and that's almost everywhere you can always find great things to see and do so I think um hit your first hit your main high points but then keep some things for later to come back.   Host: Yeah, absolutely. Now, of course, you have mentioned you've stayed in boondocking which you shared an area there. You also have stayed in campgrounds there too. What do you prefer when you go to Sedona?   Guest: Well, we like mixing it up. I think if the weather's right, it's hard to beat the boondocking. But if the weather's on the higher or colder side, we definitely like to have the convenience or a longer stay if we're staying multiple weeks. It's really nice to be plugged into, especially when you're working a lot of the time. It's like us, we stayed at a few different places. We stayed at the state park and then the Thousand Trails Park in Cottonwood. And then there is an RV park right down in town, but we haven't stayed at that one. And we've tried to can't quite recall off the top of my head, but it's with the solar panels too. That one's nice too. Verde Ranch. Verde Ranch is really nice too. Verde Ranch is really... it's not quite in Sedona, but it's one of those locations it's great to drive in. It's got really nice amenities. But there is one that's right in the heart of Sedona, and the name escapes me, but it's really easy to find in a Google search because I think there's only one and it is walking distance to everything. But it is hard to get into. It is very popular, and it's definitely a bit more on the more expensive side. But sometimes it's nice just to be at a place where you could just walk everywhere.   Host: Yeah, absolutely. Do you guys have any favorite hikes that you've done in Sedona?   Guest: Yeah, there's a couple. I love Boynton Canyon. But I would say my favorite hike is the Boynton Canyon. And I also really like seeing Boynton Canyon with the sunrise. Sunset from Boynton Canyon is beautiful, less crowded too.   Guest: Yeah, it's less crowded. There's this Trail Angel who helps people get every time I go. I have... I didn't... we didn't go there on the last trip because we just drove up for the day and back. But there was... there's a gentleman from Texas called Roger. This is how much of an impression he had on me. I saw him more than once that I would go, and then he had these little red rocks and were in this heart shape, and he just would hand them out to people going on the hikes. It was really sweet, very nice.   Host: Have you ever done the Subway cave? It's off the Boynton Trail.   Guest: No, I haven't done that one. Do you recommend it?   Host: We did that and then continued down to the Boynton Canyon Trail, and we did that more in the middle of the afternoon. But I imagine for sunset it would be absolutely beautiful.   Guest: Yeah, we actually saw the sunset from the Enchantment Resort, and you can go out, but you have to get there earlier than normal, then the sunrise time because of the mountains and the shadows. It actually sets much earlier. So, get there earlier in the day. That gets very crowded as well, but it's beautiful, a terrace to sit out there, and they've got the little fireplaces and really just gorgeous.   Host: Yeah, sounds beautiful. So, what do you guys like to do at night then other than the sunset?   Guest: I... to go out to eat. So, there's some great... I think have you done anything else apart from going out to restaurants at night? I think that's it. Yeah, other stuff that's good. We like to eat, so it's just being cheeky. Yeah, it's a dark sky town too, so the star viewing is really nice.   Host: Yeah, nice dark sky watching is amazing.   Guest: Yeah. And we haven't done these, but we've heard of people going. You can go and, like, I think they... you were... or you know, ghost hunting tours or something like that. But we haven't done those.   Host: Yeah, we heard about them, but we didn't do them. But mostly, and because it does get darker there with the canyons, it's mostly just going out to... going out to restaurants is our favor to do.   Guest: They do have some great ones too. And especially, you know, Mariposa and Piza Lisa and... Thea by the same person, yeah. Lisa D has a restaurant who has several restaurants. We haven't been quite to all of them yet, and we've been to, I think, maybe three or four and always really good and really different. And then, are we up to the restaurant part of the podcast now? Can I talk more about the restaurants?   Host: Yeah, we can talk about restaurants now.   Guest: I wasn't sure if I was jumping the gun. Piza Lisa is great for, as Marc said, for really nice pizzas and salads. And you can sit out... they've got a little terrace out there where you can sit out if you get there early enough to... it's on the main highway, so it's not like you have the majestic open view like some of the other places. But the price point of that restaurant is more, you know, midpoint, which is great. Always really good food and a good vibe in there. Um, we recently drove up there for the day and had lunch out on the terrace at a place called The Vault Uptown. VLT that had a great big patio with amazing views. Amazing views and that's some great food too. But if you also want that view, you can also go to... you can go to Chipotle right next door that has a patio as well. So, yeah, we had a great lunch, and, you know, they have nice cocktails and everything at The Vault. But that's when we left, I said, you know what, if we're in this area again, and I do really like the idea of trying that Chipotle out. And another place that I really like is called the Indian Gardens, and it's an Indian Gardens Courtyard or something like that. And it's a little bit past all the rest on 89, and it's this cute little place on the left-hand side, and it's got like a little market, and you can get things to go, coffees and sandwiches and wraps and things to go. But they've got this really darling little courtyard out the back where you can sit and have some lunch or have breakfast. And that's not open for dinner, that's a daytime place. But that's really lovely. I think that would be my favorite so far. Yeah, that's... anything you try and get off the main bit is always a good thing. Oak Creek Canyon's also got good choices. That's where Kachina Rustic is, which is that Italian restaurant that's quite big actually. Another one of that's actually a tip from our travels is from all the years and we travel when you go to a touristy area, you often find better food if you go off the main strip because to find someone that's a smaller restaurant that's more focused on the food instead of the tourist attraction. And in fact, sometimes some of the best restaurants we've had have been strip mall restaurants that are just small family-owned ones that are really focused on the very unassuming. Sometimes we've gotten to places because they were really well-reviewed on Yelp or Trip Advisor and then we'll pull up in the parking lot and we'll go, oh, really, it's I had, and it was this strip mall restaurant, and I remember the first time being really let down. But we went in anyway, it was fantastic. And then, so the next time we're like, you know what, this is a good sign. So, now we almost always find that strip mall restaurants, if they're well-reviewed, be turned off by the fact that it's a strip mall. You're not going to get views mostly, hardly ever, I don't think ever. But the food's really good and the service as well. So, they can be some real hidden gems. I don't remember any of those in Sedona.   Host: That's okay. So, how's the Wi-Fi situation in Sedona for you?   Guest: You know, it depends on where you stay, and we prioritize our travels around internet connectivity. But the campground that we originally can stay at with our camping membership for no nightly fee has really poor internet connectivity for the bulk of that campground. So, that's part of why we don't stay there as often because only a small percentage of that campground has connectivity. So, that does play a factor, and especially if you go on peak times when you go to any small areas when you have peak times, the crowds can start reducing the speeds on your connectivity when you overload the towers. But what we found, the... this is why we moved from that. And here's a little tip: that campground that we mentioned that's part of our membership, it's called Verde Valley, and we've been to some others. So, if it's got Valley in the name or Canyon in the name of a campground, that's usually a tip that the internet's probably not going to be great. Right, like Hidden Valley. Oh, be careful, that one.   Host: Yeah.   Guest: So, anytime got Canyon or Valley in the name of a property, call them and ask them what the cell coverage is like. And if you're speaking to just somebody who answers the phone, make sure you ask what carrier they have because they might say, oh, yeah, mine's great, and they might be Verizon, but you might be T-Mobile, so you know that doesn't really mean anything if there's not a T-Mobile tower in the area. So, that's why we actually left Verde Valley years ago to go down to and we discovered the Dead Horse Ranch State Park, and that had really good cell coverage there. So, that was great, and that was a nice drive into Sedona and also Cottonwood. That's not far. So, it's got some good restaurants too, and it's not Sedona proper, but I would call it in the Sedona area, has some really good restaurants and a nice vibe down there, some murals, and it's a fun little town. So, sometimes there are just neighboring those really higher in more exclusive towns like a little enclave like Sedona, just the neighboring towns can be really cool as well.   Host: Yeah, absolutely. Now, are you guys traveling with a Starlink or like a T-Mobile home internet base or how are you getting internet right now?   Guest: We are just using our cell phones on T-Mobile network. But that's about to change this week. We're getting a new Peplink. Most of our travels, the last seven or eight years, we've had a mobile router of Peplink right antennas. And we're missing that right now, and so we're going to be getting that put back in here this week. But we don't have Starlink yet. We haven't... I think if we were full-timing, you know, it might become more of a priority. I'll be really honest. We had redundancy with our... with our Peplink. We would have like... well, we used to have three carriers. We had T-Mobile, AT&T, and Verizon. So, if we weren't in a good area for one, then the other would kick in. So, we actually never found the internet to be lacking to need Starlink. But we have seen places in our travels that are. But when we had connectivity and we were full-time, we would just move. But now with Starlink, there are a lot of other options, you know, like one particular we can think of is Blue Mesa in Colorado. No cell coverage from any carrier there, so Starlink is gold there. Very good. So, if it's important, you should have it. Now we have heard good things about T-Mobile home, and we did look into it, but when I put in our address, we weren't eligible. So, I might try that again. It might have changed. But I have heard good things about T-Mobile home. We do have T-Mobile on our cell phones, and we've been with them since 2017. So, we've had Verizon, AT&T, and T-Mobile for ourselves, and I would say I'm the happiest with T-Mobile. Very good. But really, we're just happy with Jebin Works. We've had really good experiences with T-Mobile, and the service is great.   Host: Yeah, absolutely. So, transitioning back to Sedona, what did you guys feel like the overall cost was when you go? Do you feel like it's more expensive or less expensive than, you know, you typically...?   Guest: It's more expensive, but it's worth it. There's nothing like red rock. Yeah, it's... we don't mind. We don't mind. I mean, you're not living there. Like, we didn't end up buying a house there, but it's nice to go visit. And that's when we... you know, this is one of the things we like when you're traveling, you might stay in some places and be spending less so that when you go to other places that you really want to go that are more expensive, it's a bit more of a splurge, and then you treat that more a bit like that's your vacation, you know, within your life on the road. So, we do that with... with our living. There've been times we're down in, you know, the Florida Keys. No, I'm taking that week off work because I'm spending a fortune on my nightly fee, so I'm not going to sit here working away. What a waste. So, that's what we do. And we try to do that in Sedona too, is to just really immerse and explore it more and do less work. And then when we go to the other places that maybe aren't as exciting, then we hunker down and do work. So, it's good to have that flexibility.   Host: Yeah, perfect. Now, if you haven't mentioned it already, are there any other nearby attractions that people should be on the lookout for when planning their trip to Sedona?   Guest: Oh, you know, again, I think it's... it's the surrounding areas. So many people just head straight for that downtown area, and it is really nice. It's... if you can just get... go park and just walk, there's some little boutiques and coffee shops and things. But just... just go out, even just go for a drive. What's that little loop where you did your biking that we drove through last week? What was that called? Was that a little park, was it? No, it's off 89, so if you're coming in from Cottonwood heading into Sedona, it's off to the right-hand side, and it's like a little park, like a little loop. But I forgot. Red Rock Loop or something. Red Rock Scenic Loop, it might be called. Don't quote me on that. Might be, actually. But it's a really lovely little drive. We saw this really cool architectural feature. There's some gorgeous homes around there. So just seeing the architecture. The Holy Chapel of the Cross is a really beautiful, very well-known tourist attraction there that's a really gorgeous place to visit. But again, just getting out, you know, we... for us, we just like getting out of the crowds. Yeah, the little town Jerome, the little mining town, is a quirky little place that if you want something unique. And they had an amazing... what was it? Kaleidoscope store there that was fantastic. They shipped all over the world because they were a specialty shop. But yeah, and then again, getting up into the mountains too. So, if you get tired of the Red Rocks, you want to get up into some green forestry stuff, it's an easy drive as well. And in Cornville, we even just did the loop. So, sometimes we'll just drive with no destination. We... I remember once we were, you know, over in the California area, and we just couldn't stand the traffic, so we just got out of there, and we just... we just drove. So, we do that with Sedona, around that downtown area. We're not really big fans of those crowds down there. So, just... almost any direction you can take that drive up north to Flagstaff, 89 is quite a curvy road if you like that. And that's... and there's some great places to stop and hike along there as well, and some stores, that little Indian market as well. So, yeah.   Host: Yeah, perfect. Yeah, no shortage, that's for sure, of any activities in or around Sedona. The only thing I'll add, we did... so the Jerome ghost town, which I think you were talking about the mining area, we went to the Jerome ghost town, which is a really cool place to visit. And I thought it was brilliant how the people there, it was a mining area and then it shut down and they didn't know what to do with all their equipment, so they just left it there and turned it into a destination. And now it's a big tourist attraction.   Guest: Yeah, now they're making money instead of having to hold it away would have cost money.   Host: Yeah. And I'll link our video in Sedona and the show notes as well because we did... there wasn't a ton of overlap because there's a ton of things to do in Sedona. But there's a... we did some things you guys mentioned but a lot of things we actually... we did differently. We did... we stayed at the fairgrounds in Cottonwood. I can't remember the name of the fairgrounds, but we had a hard time finding a place to stay. And we did our Vortex ATV rides through Cottonwood, so it was a little more economical 'cause it wasn't in Sedona. But we could look out and see the Red Rock. And the best part about that ride was they gave us an iPad with a map on it, and we were by ourselves. So, it wasn't guided. We did it on our own time, and that was amazing, just driving through the off-road, the dirt gravel roads, looking at all the Red Rock in the distance. So, we'll add a link to everything that we did as well in the show notes.   Guest: Yeah, looking forward to watching that. Yeah, and this is what I love, is that, you know, you can learn from other people where they went, what they did, what they saw, but you'll always have your own experience of it. But just... and know that you can watch someone can watch your video, listen to this podcast, watch someone else's video, read another blog, and then they'll go there and then they'll never have the same experience that any of those other people had. It's always just so different. I mean, there's one thing that's really cool about.   Host: Like you guys said, we were there a day and a half and we really want to go back, and you guys have been there a bunch of times and there's still things you haven't done yet. So, it just goes to show there's... like I said, there's no shortage of activities. We'll start wrapping this thing up, the 3-2-1 Countdown, the final three questions of the podcast. So, what are three things you are bringing with you to Sedona?   Guest: Hiking boots, layered clothing because the weather can change your climate with altitude quickly, and a bike. Bikes, it's great for biking, biking, hiking, and yes, the weather can really change.   Host: Sunscreen. That's it. What are two complaints or things people wish they would have been more prepared for when visiting Sedona?   Guest: Like I've said before, the crowds downtown, take that Highway 89 right, and there's such... back in 2014, it wasn't near as bad, but now it's much... there's a bottleneck around that, around that roundabout coming right into 89A. So, yeah, just plan your trip accordingly and try to avoid the weekends. One other thing... are only one... oh, one other thing would you warn them about, PL? Yeah, I think we already covered this earlier too, but plan ahead because you don't just expect to roll up and be able to park anywhere, like you said, if you have a van, you know, stealth camping on the... yeah, even... even we... we looked at maybe ending up in Sedona one day, but it's actually really strict with rules around RVs, like even having them on your own property in the town of Sedona in that area, so that kind of was taking it further down on the list. So, not as... be prepared to drive in. I would stay out of Sedona and then just come in on the days you want to come in.   Host: Yeah, we had a really hard time. We drove for hours trying to find a place to stay in Sedona, so that's a very good point. All right, last question, guys. What is one thing, if you had to pick just one thing, you can't leave Sedona without doing? What would that be?   Guest: Hike Boynton Canyon. What would you say? Watch a sunset over the Red Rocks. Yeah, you can't... you can't go there and not watch that whole progression of watching the shadows change the whole valley as the shadows change the rocks, and then the colors, because the colors get much more vibrant at that time of day. So, I don't think you can go to Sedona properly without having the sunset.   Host: I agree with both of those.   Guest: Yeah.   Host: Did you have... did you have any sunset locations, or can you just not go wrong when you're in Sedona?   Guest: I think you can go wrong. I don't think you can go wrong if you can get some elevation to be able to look down across a valley. I think that's important.   Host: So... oh, what I liked about Boynton Canyon too is we talked about the temperature change. I remember we were hiking, it was hot out, but Boynton Canyon is so shaded, it was almost like 10 degrees cooler, and it was so refreshing doing that trail after we... we went off onto the subway tunnel and came back, and it was... yeah, it was really nice hiking that trail.   Guest: It's not exposed like, I think the Bell Rock hike is beautiful too, but there was more... you're more exposed there, getting in and out. And that's why I like the Boynton Canyon too.   Host: Perfect. Well, great, guys. Marc and Julie, thanks again for coming on the show. This was a really great podcast, informative on Sedona. This is definitely making us want to go back.   Guest: Yeah.   Host: Yeah, like we... we, for us, guys, makes me want to go back again too.   Guest: We were just there last month. It wasn't that long, but it's... it's a wonderful place.   Host: And last question before I say goodbye. Where can our audience find out more about you guys?   Guest: You can find us at rvlove.com and on social media at rvlovetravel. So, come and hit us up and send us a note, and we'd love to say hi.   Host: Great. Right. Marc and Julie, thanks again.   Guest: Thank you, guys. Bye.   Guest: Bye.

Aingeal Rose & Ahonu interview Debra Emmanuelle about her concern for Arizona's 170-mile-long Verde River—a lifeline for an array of wildlife and local communities now threatened by pollution and overuse. Joining us is Debra Emmanuelle, a committed advocate for the river's survival. Debra, a fervent water enthusiast, will detail her shocking discoveries about the contaminants seeping into the river because of effluent disposal practices by cities like Sedona, jeopardizing not only water quality but also the delicate balance of the ecosystem that depends on it.

The Oravits Family “shootout” and Jeffs ego is hurt as he ties with grandma!   PLUS: Chauvin stabbed in Arizona. A new Christmas giveaway.  When is it appropriate to put up decorations? Is the American dream slipping away? Lots of people paying off their mortgage.  Bull in the carpool lane! Bullet holes in Cornville. Border chaos hits Arizona. Kamala doesn't even recognize her own hypocrisy. Record online sales during Thanksgiving. Jeff's bad well experience. And Olivia shares an effort underway in the Verde Valley to designate a portion of the river as wild and scenic.    Please FOLLOW or SUBSCRIBE to the Jeff Oravits Show! RUMBLE   YouTube   ApplePodCasts   AmazonMusic   Spotify        Also on Twitter and www.TalkWithJeff.com   ***The Jeff Oravits Show and its guests do not give any financial, legal or medical advice, do your own research, this show is for informational purposes only and you should seek out legal, financial, medical advice from competent professionals before making any decisions. In other words, do your own research, educate yourself and seek out commitment professionals.***

Jeff, Angela and Olivia wrap up a very busy week with a discussion on the Verde Valley getting to 200,000 population in 20 years, cleaning up San Francisco for Xi, a tax payer funded EV challenge, tax rebates in AZ, vaccine numbers declining (no trust in government  agencies after covid), DC ready to play shutdown politics next week and arresting the wrong people in NYC!   Please FOLLOW or SUBSCRIBE to the Jeff Oravits Show! RUMBLE   YouTube   ApplePodCasts   AmazonMusic   Spotify        Also on Twitter and www.TalkWithJeff.com   ***The Jeff Oravits Show and its guests do not give any financial, legal or medical advice, do your own research, this show is for informational purposes only and you should seek out legal, financial, medical advice from competent professionals before making any decisions. In other words, do your own research, educate yourself and seek out commitment professionals.***

Jeff starts off talking about Verde Valley water rights and the need for residents to pay attention to the adjudication process that may impact their wells, irrigation ditches and more. Kelly Broaddus talks the impacts of 8% interest rates on the real estate market. + Recycling bust in Flagstaff, more D.C. insanity and why Jeff wants to focus on other things, Americans survey surprising results on political violence and Americans be on alert around the world.   

Maynard James Keenan, renowned musician and winemaker, has expanded his Arizona wine empire with the unveiling of Caduceus Cellars Hilltop Facility & VSC Ventura Room and Merkin Vineyards Hilltop Winery & Trattoria in Cottonwood. The hilltop facility boasts a state-of-the-art production unit, a vineyard with several grape varieties, and a private tasting room. Meanwhile, the Merkin Vineyards Hilltop Winery features a 6,600-square-foot osteria with panoramic Verde Valley views, a barrel room, an on-site greenhouse, and an outdoor patio. Guests can savor classics from the original menu, including handmade pastas and wood-fired pizzas, all overlooking the adjacent 8,000-case production facility. Join us as we chat with two of the crew members as we discuss the new development and the history of the brands. . subscribe to our magazine: https://www.atasteofaz.com/subscribe get tickets to our festival: https://atasteofaz.com/food-and-drink-festival-in-scottsdale-arizona/ a taste of az instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ATasteOfAZ/ a taste of az facebook: https://www.facebook.com/ATasteOfAZ/ a taste of az tik tok: https://www.tiktok.com/@atasteofaz

During Hour 1(0:00)... (00:00) Are you prepared? Jeff and Angela talk about truckers & farmers sounding alarm over environmental, energy and other policies that may lead to shortages! “I'd start your backyard garden now!” (16:30) Some things Jeff is buying as the government ruins everything! (25:00) Greg emails a comment (TalkWithJeff@icloud.com) on CBDC's and the plan to control your life even more! (39:00) FudgeRounds? Jeff and Angela eat a “bioengineered food ingredient”.   During Hour 2 (43:00)... Farmer Zach Hauser talks about “one of the biggest threats” to farming! Jeff talks with Arizona farmer Zach Hauser of Hauser and Hauser Farms in Camp Verde, Arizona, about the importance of farming, the challenges, water & development and carrying on a multigenerational farming operation in the Verde Valley.  Zach explains how development is “one of the biggest threats” to farming in Arizona. How his multigenerational family farm has set up conservation easements to protect the land from future development and future generations tempted to sell off the land.    How is water impacting farming in Arizona? Zach gets into irrigation, water rights from the 1800's and pending litigation between SRP over water rights. Should homes with wells, which there are thousands, be concerned about their water supply? Jeff and Zach discuss the importance of backyard gardens and organic and conventional farming. Zach's serious concerns about the push to electrify everything and how it will impact farming. How regulation has already “ruined” the diesel engine. 

You know you live in Phoenix when it's still triple digits in September. If you're looking for an escape, Valley 101 has 10 cool locations to check out from Sabino Canyon, Bisbee, Verde Valley and the Mogollon Rim. You don't have to travel far to see a completely different side of Arizona. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Ep. 1695 Bruce Sidlinger talks energy, Kelly Broaddus state of real estate   Jeff and Bruce Sidlinger talk energy and electric cars. Kelly Broaddus state of real estate includes some do's and don't when showing a house. Concerned Citizens for the Verde Valley want to recall Cottonwood Mayor. 

1692: Military E.V.s?…pause the war to charge + Bruce Sidlinger explains Trump indictment.      Tuesday, August 15, 2023   Bruce Sidlinger returns to discuss the GA Trump indictments, the trouble with EV's (he owns several), the military going EV, the Pelosi Fed Building in SF warning workers it's not safe (crime and drugs), fed land grabs, the climate change debate and more! + Jeff talks with Concerned Citizens for the Verde Valley about their battle against underage drag shows and why they want to recall the Cottonwood mayor. 

In this segment, Lisa and Ken of Watters Garden Center in Prescott the top shade trees for the Verde Valley. Trees in Verde Valley grow fast and in this segment they share the Top10Trees.com that grow the fastest in Camp Verde, Cottonwood, Clarkdale, Jerome, and Sedona. You will be a shade tree pro after this show!Listen to Ken Lain's weekly gardener podcast. You can also listen to Ken Lain's Mountain Gardener Radio Show Live Saturdays at 8 am & 11 am and again on Sundays at 8 am on KQNA, and 11:30 am on 95.5 & 99.9FM.                                                                          Check out Watters Garden Center's website at: www.WattersGardenCenter.com.Follow Cast11 on Facebook: https://Facebook.com/CAST11AZFollow Cast11 on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/cast11_podcast_network/Listen to Mountain Gardener on Cast11: https://mountaingardener.buzzsprout.com or wherever you stream podcasts.

Kenneth Zoll has conducted extensive fieldwork in the ancient astronomy of the Southwest, particularly at a site known as V Bar V Ranch in Central Arizona. In this episode, we chat about the people who made the rock art, the astronomical associations discovered in the petroglyphs, and the importance of skywatching for these cultures. Visit NightSkyTourist.com/64 for more information about this episode. CHECK OUT THESE LINKS: Verde Valley Archaeological Center: https://www.verdevalleyarchaeology.org  Sinagua Sunwatchers: An Archaeoastronomy Survey of the V Bar V Heritage Site and the Sacred Mountain Basin by Kenneth Zoll: https://www.amazon.com/Sinagua-Sunwatchers-Kenneth-J-Zoll/dp/0982037805/ref=sr_1_2?crid=D9YKOIUWC7UK&keywords=kenneth+zoll&qid=1682472749&sprefix=kenneth+zoll%2Caps%2C213&sr=8-2  The Crane Petroglyph Heritage Site and V-V Historic Ranch by Kenneth Zoll: https://www.amazon.com/Crane-Petroglyph-Heritage-Historic-Ranch/dp/0982037872/ref=sr_1_1?crid=D9YKOIUWC7UK&keywords=kenneth+zoll&qid=1682472844&sprefix=kenneth+zoll%2Caps%2C213&sr=8-1  Understanding the Rock Art of Sedona and the Verde Valley by Kenneth Zoll: https://www.amazon.com/Understanding-Rock-Sedona-Kenneth-Zoll/dp/0982037848/ref=sr_1_4?crid=D9YKOIUWC7UK&keywords=kenneth+zoll&qid=1682472844&sprefix=kenneth+zoll%2Caps%2C213&sr=8-4  Heart of the Sky: Ancient Skywatchers in Central Arizona by Kenneth Zoll: https://www.amazon.com/Heart-Sky-Ancient-Skywatchers-Central/dp/098203783X/ref=sr_1_6?crid=D9YKOIUWC7UK&keywords=kenneth+zoll&qid=1682472844&sprefix=kenneth+zoll%2Caps%2C213&sr=8-6  Things to See in the Night Sky in 2023: A Month-by-Month Guide by Vicky Derksen: https://nightskytourist.com  FOLLOW NIGHT SKY TOURIST ON SOCIAL MEDIA Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/NightSkyTourist  Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/nightskytourist/  SPREAD THE WORD Help us reach more people by subscribing to the podcast, leaving a review, and sharing it with others. GET TO KNOW US MORE Visit NightSkyTourist.com to read our great blog articles, check out our resource page, and sign up for our newsletters. Our monthly newsletter has content that is exclusive for subscribers. SHARE YOUR QUESTION We want to hear your questions. They could even become part of a future Q&A. Record your question in a voice memo on your smartphone and email it to us at Hello@NightSkyTourist.com. COMMENTS OR QUESTIONS Email us at Hello@NightSkyTourist.com.

1612: Weekly roundup with Congressman Biggs and Gosar + Marissa Hamilton of EZAZ.org + Mike Vallante with Center for Election Integrity.       Friday, April 14, 2023   Congressman Paul Gosar gives a DC update (3:00) including the passage of a bill that finally ends the so called Covid emergency.    Kelly Moffitt of Concerned Citizens of Verde Valley chimes in (14:00) on a drag show controversy in Cottonwood.   Marissa Hamilton of EZAZ.org gives an AZ Legislate update (25:00) including a revival of the ban on rental taxes, Hobbs veto tantrum and more.   Kim Dawson is hosting a Home Buyers Seminar on Saturday, April 22 from 10am-noon (41:00) at the East Flagstaff Community Library. This event will help those looking to get into the housing market. Call 928-310-6458 for more information and to register.    Congressman Paul Gosar talks about the 35 open ended national emergencies dating back to the 1970's! (45:00) His bill was just signed by President Biden and will hopefully end or at least bring to the nations attention these “emergency's” including one against Muammar Gaddafi of Libya (who's dead!) . Gosar also gives a DC update.    Mike Vallante discusses a bill banning ranked choice voting in AZ (65:00). Mike Vallante is the Director of the Center for Election Integrity at the America First Policy Institute.

Ep. 1608: Ranked choice voting in AZ? Will Cottonwood's mayor be challenged after recent dragshow controversy?       Monday, April 10, 2023   Levee breach on Lower Lake Mary in Flagstaff (3:00) and Bob Thorpe is on scene with an update.   Mike Vallante discusses a bill banning ranked choice voting in AZ (17:00). Mike Vallante is the Director of the Center for Election Integrity at the America First Policy Institute.   Kelly Moffitt of Concerned Citizens of the Verde Valley shares details on Saturdays drag show (48:00) in Cottonwood and protests in front of the event. Kelly shares his frustration with Cottonwood Mayor Tim Elinski's refusals to discuss the issue.   BIG Talker announcement by Olivia (67:00) listen to the Jeff Oravits Show on 107.9FM The Big Talker in the Prescott area, including the City of Prescott, Paulden, Chino Valley and PRESCOTT VALLEY,  starting Monday, April 17th! Listen thoughtout NAZ on 97.1FM and streaming at www.TalkWithJeff.com   Bruce Sidlnger discusses the push to end freedom of movement (72:00) by over regulating the automobile and ending the internal combustion engine. Plus, got a truck? Big news there too!

Ep. 1602: Trump indictment 30,000ft view + Dems sue No Labels Party + Jeff's advice for CA refugees!        Friday, March 31, 2023    The Trump indictment 30,000ft view (3:00) and the lefts insatiable appetite to destroy Trump! + The inclusivity, diversity lie and the no compromise, take no prisoners rabid left!   How has America changed since 1990? (16:00) Jeff goes over a WSJ survey that shows a dramatic change in values in America.    Jeff's advice for California refuges (22:00) and why the No Labels Party is being sued by Arizona Democrats.    Don't forget to go to the Vietnam Memorial Wall in Camp Verde this weekend (32:00) + Get out of Russia, journalist taken by FSB (KGB).     Jeff's interview with Jerry Geronimo Martin (45:00) who served in Vietnam from 1964-1969 and helped get a national memorial in DC for Native American Veterans.    Vietnam Traveling Memorial comes to the Verde Valley.  Honoring and paying tribute to all Veterans. At Fort Verde State Park March 29 - April 2. Also the History of the American Soldier April 1-2. 75 E. Hollamon Street in Camp Verde.    A new episode of Oravits Overload is up! https://youtu.be/ojWgZF8MscU

Ep. 1596: Senator Gowan, food tax bans, smuggling gold and other egg_xtra info! Thursday, March 23, 2023   Senator David Gowan gives an AZ Legislative update including the budget battle with Katie Hobbs, the likelihood of a government shutdown and the new reality in AZ politics.    Jeff, Bob and Mark talk “suspicious odor” alerts, huge hospital projects in AZ, a ban on food taxes in AZ that Gov. Hobbs will most likely veto, extending the time eggs can be on the shelves (and other important egg info), Senator Cruz bill to ban the Fed from issuing a digital currency, your refrigerator (and toaster) spying on you plus stories of smuggling gold out of failing countries.    Jeff shares info on the Vietnam Traveling Memorial coming to the Verde Valley.  Honoring and paying tribute to all Veterans. At Fort Verde State Park March 29 - April 2. Also the History of the American Soldier April 1-2. 75 E. Hollamon Street in Camp Verde. 

#1546: Mark Haughwout, welcome to the $4k mortgage/$3k rent. Want to change our schools…tax credits! Snow removal woes + water in the west and more. 1546: Thursday, January 12, 2023   2:00 Inflation cooling but still very high, if you trust the government numbers.  6:00 Save some money. Yavapai College now offering 4 year degrees.  8:00 Weed fire in Camp Verde. How many weed producers are in C.V.? + Verde Valley growing, many projects in white works.  10:00 Jillian asks if vendors get charged when using a debit card. 13:00 Mark Haughwout of HighWood Construction returns to the show to discuss the housing market, the Ducey shipping container fiasco and more.  17:00 Welcome to the $4,000 per month mortgage and the $3,000 per month rent. Why are costs so high, Mark gives some insight.  32:00 Want to change our schools? Tax credits are still an option. 46:00 Imprisoned overseas on trumped up charges!  57:00 Snow removal woes.  66:00 Jeff answers listener questions on cash for central bank digital currencies and Debra shares a great “sloppy Joe” story. + the benefits of having you own chickens. 

A passing score on a national exam is now the only thing separating 45 new Yavapai College Nursing Program graduates and their dreams of joining the healthcare frontlines. The 44 men and women representing both the YC Prescott and Verde Valley campuses celebrated their successful nursing student journeys with a traditional pinning ceremony on Dec. 9 in the YC Performing Arts Center. The pinning of each graduate by one or a bevy of loved ones was a highlight of the ceremony that also featured a recitation of the Florence Nightingale pledge and emotional speeches. YC Nursing Professor Maria Thomas fought... For the written story, read here >> https://www.signalsaz.com/articles/yc-nursing-program-celebrates-45-new-registered-nurses/Follow the CAST11 Podcast Network on Facebook at: https://Facebook.com/CAST11AZFollow Cast11 Instagram at: https://www.instagram.com/cast11_podcast_network

Chino Valley Update 114: On this episode, Matt Santos of the Chino Valley Chamber of Commerce sits down with Jeanne Murdock, performer, artist, & author from the Verde Valley. She will be attending the Verde Valley Authors Expo Saturday, Nov 19, 2022. Follow the Chino Valley Update on iTunes & on YouTube, link at www.chinovalley.org . Please send suggestions & comments to mail to: info@chinovalley.org

If you want to hire the best personal caregiver for a loved one, you need a trusted home care professional who provides dedicated service with integrity, competence, kindness, and compassion in the greater Prescott region. Look no further than Visiting Angels of Northern Arizona with their offices in "The Crossings" in Prescott and office in Flagstaff serving those communities, plus Sedona, Cottonwood, Verde Valley, Show Low, and Payson. As a national-leading provider of non-medical home care, Visiting Angels takes a "character first" approach looking for caregivers who offer the highest-quality at-home assistance for older adults. Visiting Angels uses a comprehensive... For the written story, read here >> https://www.signalsaz.com/articles/what-are-qualities-of-a-visiting-angels-caregiver/Follow the CAST11 Podcast Network on Facebook at: https://Facebook.com/CAST11AZFollow Cast11 Instagram at: https://www.instagram.com/cast11_podcast_network

You are listening to Dr Mary Travelbest guide. Here are the show notes. In this episode: FAQ is:  How can I travel solo while I am still in a “group”?  Today's Destination is: Sedona, AZ Today's Mistake- Bought the wrong ticket online Travel Advice:  Gas up when half full.   FAQ: How can I travel solo while I am still in a “group”?    Answer: Before or after your group trip, plan some solo time, for just you. That way, when you do get to the arranged activities, you will be ready and prepared. Some people like to warm up by going with just one friend, before they join the group. That's ok, too.   After your group tour, you may want to have a few days in the same region to purposefully explore other options, and see things that were left off the tour. Tourguides generally only show you the best parts of the region. To really experience, you need some solo trip time, too.   Today's destination: Sedona, Arizona   Sedona, Arizona and the Verde Valley area is 1200 square miles big and is a traveler's delight. It's like an oasis in the desert, but lifelike and real. It's known for spirituality and wellness, plus red rocks.   Sedona's magic goes back to history and legend. Sedona may have been linked to early Aztec or Mayan occupation thousands of years ago. The earliest native artifacts—such as pottery and weavings—found in the area date back to as early as the 7th century. Later on, there are tribes that were here including Hopi, Navajo, and (YA- VA Pie) Yavapai.   Cliff houses are worth exploring such as Sedona's (pal at kI) Palatki Heritage Site or nearby Montezuma Castle. Way back in the 16th century, the Spanish called the local in-dig in us) Indigenous people Sinagua, which means without water. Sedona is named after the wife of TC Schnebly, the founder in modern days of the area.   https://visitsedona.com/   Arizona reminds me of a rusty color and rustic travel. You can take your hike or spiritual journey here. If driving through, please drive from north to south for the best views. Be aware of falling rocks.   It's a two-hour drive from Phoenix and a getaway from the deserts surrounding the area. Every time I arrive here, I learn something new and so will you. I've never been to a spa here, but they seem outstanding. You'll find plenty of New Age shops, spas, and art galleries. For nature, consider bird watching, hiking, or picnics.   My favorite activity in Sedona is hiking. You will need to find a good location and bring the right equipment. Don't forget to bring a lot of water, too. Stay hydrated. Today's Mistake- I bought the wrong ticket online. I was looking for a trip, and bought the wrong ticket. I realized my error afterwards. I went in and cancelled that trip and then bought the right trip. I had to double check that my airline gave me the credit for the cancelled ticket. In the USA, they have to give you a refund if it's within 24 hours of purchase. Other countries have different rules. Today's Travel Advice-Gas up when half full   Check the gas gauge when you get in the car. Make sure you have enough. It's best to fill up early in the day if you can. I try to fill up whenever I am halfway full. Gas prices have been dropping lately. Use the GasBuddy app or similar method of finding the cheapest gas in your neigbhorhood.    Connect with Dr Travelbest Drmarytravelbest.com Dr. Mary Travelbest Twitter Dr. Mary Travelbest Facebook Page Dr. Mary Travelbest Facebook Group Dr. Mary Travelbest Instagram email: info@drmarytravelbest.com Dr. Mary Travelbest Podcast

The Yavapai College Curriculum: Addition And Subtraction With An Emphasis On Division. Addition of resources for the Prescott and Prescott Valley campuses. Subtraction of leadership and courses for the Verde Valley campuses. And division between the taxpayers on the east … Continue reading →

Cove Mesa Vineyards is one of the Verde Valley's newest wine producers. After a recent launch, Cove Mesa is now wrapping up construction on a brand new tasting room in Cornville. Their grapes are growing just up the road, and their wines are produced not far away in Cottonwood. Join us for a chat with founder Emil Molin and winemaker Justin Estes to talk about all things Cove Mesa!

The Haunted Group is responsible for some of the top restaurants and hotels in the Verde Valley area. From brunch to pizza, to steakhouse dinners, this family restaurant group can do it all. On this episode of A Taste of AZ Podcast, we sit down with Eric Jurisin, the son of the founders, at his home base, The Clinkscale. Join us for a margarita, a bit of history, and a good time!

We are back this Saturday with episode 61, 1977's Kingdom of the Spiders, with Tarantula Hill IPA, generously provided by @tarantulahillbrewingco, from Thousand Oaks. Part of the "nature runs amok" sub-genre of the 1970s, spiders up their game after humans have killed most of their natural prey with pesticides. So, they descend on peaceful Verde Valley and start taking down larger animals: like full grown bulls. You can tell by the poster you're in for some epic William Shatner acting. We found one of our most perfect pairings in this tight, delicious IPA from Tarantula Hill.  Thanks for listening! Check out our website SUBSCRIBE: to the show on Apple Podcast  or Google Play. You can also find us on Audible, Stitcher, Spotify, and Listen Notes. Follow us on Instagram , Facebook, and Twitter! We'd love to hear from you, so comment on our show wherever you are listening. And always, support your local brewery.  

Hello Wine Enthusiasts Welcome to the Daily Taste for Tuesday May 10th, 2022If you listen to this podcast, you know that I am passionate about wine that's made all over the world.  I have spent the past two weeks talking about the great wines being made in Texas so I thought I would shift gears and talk about the emerging wine county in the state of AZ.  Living here in CA, I always picture AZ as a dessert with extremely hot temperatures and a lot of cacti.  What I didn't realize is that Arizona is home to more than 110 wineries, vineyards, and cellars. Arizona is home to three American Viticulture Areas or AVAs including Sonoita, Willcox, and the newest AVA The Verde Valley.  The Sonoita AVA sits at 4500 to 5200 feet elevation and was the first AVA in the state of AZ.  The Willcox AVA which produces the majority of wine grapes in AZ is located at 4000 – 5000 feet where the diurnal temperatures during the growing season can experience 50-degree fluctuations between day and night.  The Verde Valley AVA is the newest of AZ's AVAs, located in the center of the state.  The Verde Valley encompasses 219 square miles and includes 19 commercial vineyards farming more than 136 acres of wine grapes, and 25 tasting rooms.  You can find more than 40 wine grape varieties in the Verde Valley including white varieties Malvasia Bianca, Seyval Blanc, and Picpoul Blanc.  You can also see red varieties like Syrah, Cabernet Sauvignon, Sangiovese, Tannat, and Barbera.  The AZ wine country has its own set of challenges including monsoon season.  I did an interview with Adam Gingrich, winemaker at Oak Creek Winery located in the Verde Valley, and here is what he had to say about the challenges of Monsoon season.If you want to visit the AZ wine country, Adam recommends visits to the Verde Valley in Northern AZ where you can taste wines from all over the state and dine at some of the best restaurants in AZ.    Adam recommends you taste at places like Oak Creek Winery, Merkin Vineyards, Caduceus, Pillsbury, and Page Springs. Next time you are looking for a new wine to try, I recommend you go online and buy some of the great wines being made in AZ.      Finally, if you enjoy the content of this podcast, I encourage you to go to the show website at www.obsessedwithwine.net and click on the link at the top of the page called “Buy me a glass of wine”  Unfortunately it doesn't buy me any wine but it does give you the opportunity to donate to the show which helps me offset some of the costs of production.  Anything you can donate is greatly appreciated!  

Crumbl Cookies, the nation's largest cookie company, is set to serve cookie-crazed customers with its newest store in Prescott Valley, AZ. The grand opening begins at 8:00 am, Friday, May 13, at 5684 E. Highway 69, Suite 120. The Prescott Valley Chamber of Commerce will be conducting a ribbon-cutting ceremony at 10:00 am! "After 25 years of teaching high school math, I'm excited to be offering something everyone will enjoy - cookies!" said Dennis Kitchen, store owner. "My wife Shelley (Allred) Kitchen grew up in Cottonwood and we have lived in the Verde Valley for nearly 30 years. We love... For the written story, read here >> https://www.signalsaz.com/articles/crumbl-cookies-opening-soon-in-prescott-valley/

The City of Cottonwood is happy to announced the return of the 5th Verde Valley Wine Festival on April 29 and 30, 2022 a popular Arizona wine event. The Verde Valley, the hub of Arizona Wine country has a lot to celebrate. It was recently declared an American Viticultural Area (AVA), an official designation identifying the area as a grape growing region by the federal government. To showcase all that the region has to offer, the Verde Valley Wine Festival will return for the fifth year on April 29th and 30th, 2022 in Cottonwood, Arizona. After a two-year hiatus due... For the written story, read here >> https://www.signalsaz.com/articles/verde-valley-wine-festival-celebrates-5th-year/

To get access to the Mindset Reset or the Woo Woo Clubs, email Ariel at arielhubbard11@gmail.com An interesting article about early human hunter-gatherer societies is here: https://www.history.com/topics/pre-history/hunter-gatherers#:~:text=larger%20aquatic%20life.-,Hunting%20and%20Gathering%20Society,almost%202%20million%20years%20ago. More about the development of humans: https://www.history.com/news/humans-evolution-neanderthals-denisovans?li_source=LI&li_medium=m2m-rcw-history More about Sedona and Arizona: Cactus of Arizona Field Guide, Nora and Rick Bowers, Stan Tekiela, Adventure Publications, Cambridge, Minnesota, 2008. Sedona Through Time: A Guide to Sedona's Geology, Wayne Ranney, Wayne Ranney, publisher, Flagstaff, Arizona, 2010. Sedona Vortex 2000, Richard Dannelley, Richard Dannelley, Publisher, Sedona, Arizona, 2000. Scientific Vortex Information by Pete Sanders, Jr., GraphTech, Flagstaff AZ, 1981. Sedona Vortices, audio cassette, Page Bryant, 1988. Sedona, Sacred Earth, Nicolas A. Mann, ZIVAH Publishers, Albuquerque NM, 1989. What is a Vortex? Sedona's Vortex Sites, A Practical Guide, Dennis Andres, Meta Adventures Publishing, Sedona, Arizona, 2000. www.SVVMaps.com for a map of Sedona and Verde Valley. www.chapeloftheholycross.com KEY TAKEAWAYS If you go back to the beginning of human history, humans were nomadic. That aspect of our nature is still with us. We only became agrarian when we domesticated animals and plants and began to focus on a sense of being in one place about 12,000 years ago. But people would often still travel to sacred spaces to meet, trade, tell stories, exchange, mate with and interact with other people. What makes a space sacred depends on its history, geography, climate, food and culture, and arguably its energy. There are energetic structures in the earth called ley lines which are much like the meridians in our bodies. Sometimes they have positive energy and sometimes not so much, some of them contain electro-magnetic pools of energy, especially when two or more ley lines cross each other. Temples, churches and synagogues are often built on top of these locations. Sedona is one of these locations, it is considered one of the new-age capitals of the USA and is built with red rock promontories, Pinyon trees and energy vortexes – mystical and magic. It’s one of the few places where people in Ariel’s profession are everywhere rather than in the shadows or in yoga studios. There are many different vortices: electric, magnetic, electromagnetic, inflow, upflow and chakra oriented and they all have different properties. Electric and upflow vortices lift you up, they’re stimulating and open up your upper chakras, bliss you out and you feel like you can fly. Magnetic vortices work more on the subconscious level, they’re usually caves, canyons or valleys and they feel less intense and more calm, later on you might have insights. Electromagnetic vortices can help you stay connected to your consciousness and awareness and help you do advanced meditation or processing work. Lateral flow vortices are where energy spreads outward and are where you can tune into future possibilities for yourself and others as well as tune into experiences from past lives as well as your future. BEST MOMENTS “Travelling is something we’ve done for a very very long time, it gets us out of our rut and habitual ways of living and experiencing life, opening us up to different perspectives, histories and ways of doing and seeing things.” “Sacred spaces have the power to help us rejuvenate and to become inspired once again.” “Make sure that whenever you go out into these spaces that you take notice of the weather and the environment around you, flash floods and lightning strikes can occur in these places as well as dehydration in the heat, so take water.” ABOUT THE HOST Ariel is a Licensed Massage Therapist, Registered Clinical Hypnotherapist, Reiki Master, Empath and Psychic who has been involved in holistic healing since 1988. She is also an educator, speaker, author and mentor for empaths, spiritual seekers and medical professionals. To reach Ariel, go to www.arielhubbard.com, where you will be able to contact her directly. Please let her know you heard her on the podcast and the assistance you need or question you have. Website: www.arielhubbard.com Online Courses: http://hubbardeducationgroup.myclick4course.com Podcast: Woman Power Zone on all major platformsLinkedIn: @arielhubbardIG: @arielhubbardFacebook: @HubbardEducationGroupYT: @arielhubbard11CH: @arielhubbard Pinterest: https://pin.it/6Z6RozS Pre-order form for Ariel's educational, hilarious and spicy dating book: The Empowered Woman's Guide to Online Dating: Set Your BS Tolerance to Zerohttps://eworder.replynow.ontraport.net/ See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

An eruption of cheers and tears greeted 39 people who walked onto the Yavapai College Performing Arts Center stage in Prescott on December 10th. The din belied the elation borne of sacrifice by the Yavapai College Nursing Program graduates whose two years or more of training coincided with a global pandemic. Dressed in blue scrubs, the future nurses representing both the spring and fall 2021 cohort and the Verde Valley and Prescott quad cities, smiled, waved, and held back tears of their own as they listened to celebratory remarks, applauded class leaders, received their traditional graduation pins and recited in... For the written story, read here >> https://www.signalsaz.com/articles/student-nurses-in-prescott-whose-training-coincided-with-pandemic-celebrate-resiliency-success-at-traditional-pinning-ceremony/

Our guest Ian Becke started his career as a family physician. He went on to co-found Hospice of the Verde Valley in Arizona, and served as the director of Group Health Hospice Kitsap County in Washington State. Claire chats with Ian about the history of hospice and the need for holistic cancer care, even (or especially) when the cancer isn't curable. Ian was born in Sydney, Australia in 1948 and migrated to the United States with his wife Bonnie in 1973, where they have resided ever since. In 2020, he was diagnosed with glioblastoma multiforme.  He has three boys and five grandchildren and he speaks with us today from his home in western Washington. Ian's Reading List:  Being Mortal by Atul Gawande, MD. On Death and Dying and The Five Stages of Grief by Elizabeth Kubler-Ross

In this episode, Jeff Leonard shares the rich history of Immaculate Conception Catholic School's humble beginnings in a farm house to its current location and growth from 10 students to 200.  Leveraging tax credit scholarships, forming relationships, and telling success stories helps the message of Catholic education reach families in Cottonwood and nearby communities.  Tony and Nancy discuss the importance of healthy culture to the strength of an organization.  Nancy, Jeff and Tony reflect on the recent corporate event that was held at Immaculate Conception to spread the word about the corporate tax credit program and how local businesses can support the school through taxes they already have to pay.  Jeff talks about the importance of the individual tax credit and how it has been promoted throughout the years to support IC families and his hopes for more corporate partners to help fund tuition for even more families.  To learn more about Immaculate Conception Catholic School and efforts to raise awareness of the corporate tax credit, check out this podcast.  

Captain Rodriguez shares his advice on how to succeed with promotional testing. He also shares leadership lessons he learned as a Captain at Sedona Fire District, the President of IAFF Local 3690, and a youth basketball coach.

Friday, July 9, 2021: Show #1150 Prepping us for more Covid madness, forests open and Senator Paul says masks off on planes! 00:00-16:36 Forests now open, Coconino County Fair on and tickets for sale, Haitian President assassinated, Navajo Nation open but with restrictions, Flagstaff passes height limitations and violates property rights, Senator Rand Paul says end masks on planes and “officials” prep us for fall shutdowns, masks and a renewal of covid insanity.   Section 230, Publishers vs Editors and Trumps Lawsuit  16:37-31:42 Jeff's been off the social media sauce for over 6 months and doesn't miss it one bit. Now former President Trump is suing over their selective censorship and section 230 violations. Glenn Leest of WT Wealth Management discusses section 230, Trumps class action lawsuit and the future of the socials! http://www2.wtwealthmanagement.com/team/glenn-leest   31:43-74:23 Dan Palm: China's world play, the “communist economy”, speaking up & disappearing and America's long wake up call.  How's a Verde Valley raised kid from Arizona end up learning Mandarin and spending years in China? What did Dan learn during his time in China? Jeff and Dan also talk about: Chinese Communism The police state and speaking up in China (spoiler, don't do it!) China, from poverty to world power! Chinese communism and the economy.  Starting a business in China  Taxes in China.  The size of the Chinese middle class. 

Every first Sunday of the month, International Conference of Secular AA (ICSAA) offers some local flavor from around the world. This recording comes from the Freethinkers Living Sober Group in the Verde Valley of Arizona, recorded at high noon their time June 5th 2021. ICSAA board members Geri and Joe host with our guests, John R, Suzanne P and Randy P. Previously we've been to London, Montreal, Cape Town, Orlando and kicked of with speakers from Dublin and Oregon. Every first Sunday will be Zooming somewhere else:Zoom ID: 864 4075 0033passcode: 121212Announcements include: the June 19 EURO ICSAA Virtual with two Zoom meetings from 11 AM to 11 PM UK/IE time. CLICK HERE for program infothe "in person" 4th biennial ICSAA from Washington DC October 29th to 31th. 2014 was Santa Monica, 2016 was Austin, 2018 was Toronto and we were planning for Washington 2020 but we've been COVID postponed. We're following the science and guidelines as is the Hyatt Regency Bethesda, Maryland, USA where we are meeting. The special ICSAA hotel rate of $129/night (not including taxes) will remain in place for 2021. Dr. George Koob, the Director of the National Institute on Alcohol Abuse and Alcoholism, will remain the Keynote Speaker for ICSAA2021 and the focus will remain on the latest science on alcoholism and recovery. Find out more: www.SecularAA.org For information or to get involved, email us: secularAA@gmail.comFor AA meetings for atheists, agnostics and freethinkers visit: OMAGOD.org (our mostly agnostic group of drunks)

Kevin Adams is a board member for the Verde Valley Cyclist Coalition, a nonprofit group working to promote cycling in the Verde Valley, including the town of Sedona, Arizona. Kevin also is the President of the Sedona Red Rock Trail Fund that raises money for the maintenance and enhancement of the non-motorized trails near Sedona and the Village of Oak Creek. In his spare time, he’s the Chair of the Arizona State Committee on Trails. Of course he’s a mountain biker too, and he’s been connected to the local scene for almost a decade. There are massive plans for new mountain bike trails in the Verde Valley, and Kevin fills us in on the details. In this episode, we also ask: What makes Sedona and the Verde Valley stand out among mountain bike destinations? What are 2 or 3 must ride trails or trail systems? Which trails are family-friendly, and which ones are the most challenging? Are there any lesser-known trails where riders can get away from the crowds? Who builds and maintains the trails in Sedona? Are there tour operators or clubs visitors can connect with if they want to ride with locals? Where do people hang out after the ride? Are there any bars or breweries that tend to attract mountain bikers? Where are the best places for mountain bikers to stay during their visit? What is the best time of year to visit? Are there any festivals or races visitors can plan to attend? Are there plans to expand or improve trails in the area? Find out more at vvcc.us and visitsedona.com. This episode is sponsored by Explore Brevard. Picture yourself in the middle of 100,000 acres of public lands and over 300 shredable miles of single track. A place often referred to as one of the top mountain biking towns in the country. Brevard, North Carolina has countless epic adventures for every kind of rider on tap. Whether you love rocky, rooty technical lines in Pisgah, or flowy lines in Dupont State Recreational Forest, or something in-between – Brevard has it all…in spades. Come discover the place often referred to as the Cycling Capital of the South. Start planning your trip at ExploreBrevard.com --Keep up with the latest in mountain biking at Singletracks.com and on Instagram @singletracks --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/singletracks/support

The Future Of Real Estate Development In Arizona's Verde Valley. Democratic Perspective co-hosts Steve Williamson and Hava Derby engage in a lively discussion with guests, Al Comello and Steve Segner, over some of the area's proposed developments. Segner is owner … Continue reading →

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In today's episode, Kelly is joined by Dr. Beth Dupree, a board-certified general surgeon specializing in breast cancer. She is a nationally recognized breast cancer expert who has chosen to bring her 26 years of experience and surgical expertise to the Verde Valley. What truly sets Dr. Dupree apart from the rest is the way she emphasizes the lymphatic system, and here at NOTMEDS you know we are all about educating you about the lymph! Dr. Dupree sits down with us to explain the link between breast cancer and the lymph, shedding light on so many connections and making it obvious why she requires all of her patients to go through various steps of lymphatic education before and after treatment. Dr. Dupree and Kelly touch on the multiple causes of breast cancer, how the lymph plays into this diagnosis, and what we can do to take control of our health in realizing breast cancer is more of a lifestyle diagnosis than a genetic one. They even touch on the impact of tattoos to the lymphatic system! Her first book, “The Healing Consciousness: A Doctor's Journey to Healing,” was released in 2006. It is the true story of her journey as a surgeon who awakens to the healer that resides within her. Dr. DuPree is a keynote speaker at many national events, primarily addressing women's health issues, state-of-the-art breast cancer therapies, healing, and wellness. Dr. Dupree is truly a wealth of knowledge. This is an episode not to be missed! EPISODE SHOW NOTES: [01:22] Who is Dr. Beth Dupree? [03:51] Introduction to today's episode: Lymphatics, sentinel nodes, and breast cancer awareness [05:02] Dr. Dupree's first book, "The Healing Consciousness: A Doctor's Journey to Healing" [05:15] When will her second book be finished? In 2021 or what? [06:00] Day job as a Breast Cancer Surgeon [07:19] Lymph Node Sentinel Biopsy: Involvement of the lymph with breast cancer [08:07] Using Sentinel Node Biopsy for breast cancer diagnosis [15:10] Natural Pathway for Lymphatic Wellness [16:36] Dr. Dupree's perspective on the stagnant level of people's lymphatic system [18:55] Breast cancer is a disease related to a lifestyle more than genetically inherited [23:25] Tattoos & your lymph nodes [26:08] Practical steps for our lymphatic system [30:25] It is all about the PASSION of the Lymph [31:44] Moment of reflection to Marci Javril "Breast cancer is a lifestyle disease more than it is of a genetic disease." USEFUL RESOURCES Dr. DuPree's Youtube Channel https://www.youtube.com/c/drbethdupree Website - https://www.drbethdupree.com/ Book - The Healing Consciousness: A Doctor's Journey to Healing Holy Redeemer Website - https://www.holyredeemer.com/` CONNECT WITH DR. BETH DUPREE Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/drbethdupree/ Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/DrBethDuPree/ Twitter - https://twitter.com/drbethdupree/ NOTMEDS is a group of Naturally Oriented Therapist, Medically Enlightened Doctors, and Specialist with a shared understanding that the heart is the center of all healing, and that innate intelligence is the only thing that heals the body. The mission of NOTMEDS is to offer clients and practitioners vetted information and referrals based on over 20 years in the field of natural healing with a discerning scientific mind that will ask the hard questions and make it easy to understand brought to you through interviews via podcast and video chats of how the body really works.​ We look forward to inspiring you, please ask us anything you want to know. We will research it, find the truth, and bring you the interview to discover with us the science of healing and how the body really works with NOTMEDS. Visit us at www.NOTMEDS.com and don't forget to LIKE and SUBSCRIBE!

Show Notes: The Janimal is a Jersey tomato roasting in the Arizona sun. A graduate of the Mason Gross School of the Arts, Rutgers University (NJ), he now resides in Northern Arizona with his family and two cats. He has exhibited at comic conventions from Phoenix Fan Fusion to New York Comic Con and serves as the acting president of the Northern Arizona Cartoonist Association (NAZCA). His fun and cartoony style has a great retro feel and translates easily to the drawing demo classes that have been a staple at Verde Valley libraries and LibCons over the past five years. His work can be seen on Facebook (The Janimal Draws), Instagram (@thejanimaldraws) and Twitter (@janimaltweets). The Janimal - www.thejanimal.com #thejanimaldraws Northern Arizona Cartoonist Association/NAZCA - www.facebook.com/NAZCAinfo #supportyourlocalartists #supportyourlocalcomicshops Theme: "Silly Bank Heist" by Steve Oxen, additional music by David Fesliyan. ©2020 Fesliyan Studios Inc. - music and sound effects used by permission. Run time: 1hr 54min

Examining Proposed Developments For The Verde Valley. Steve Williamson, Hava Derby and their guests discuss five controversial developments that have been proposed for the Verde Valley. The projects include a wildlife sanctuary, a large housing development, a bridge and roadway, … Continue reading →

Coleen Gilboy joins us from the Verde Valley Fair in Cottonwood, AZ. We discuss the impact the Covid19 pandemic has had on her small town of Cottonwood, Arizona. Guest Info:Verde Valley FairShow Info:FacebookInstagramWebsite

Russell S. at tje Verde Valley Roundup in Arizona October 31 2020

What’s it like to take an unpopular stand for something you know is important? What’s it like to make public service a pillar of your life? What’s important in making a good life for your family? Join us for a chat with the First Family...of Cottonwood, AZ as we learn about leadership, service, entrepreneurship, adventure, and more. Tim and Ruth Ellen Elinski are right in the thick of it. Tim is the current and recently re-elected mayor of cottonwood, and his wife, Ruth Ellen, a long-time non-profit leader and entrepreneur, is a Business Analyst for the Small Business Development Center at Yavapai College. Together they are working to build the economic and community strength of Cottonwood and the Verde Valley, while raising two daughters and launching their own small business. We get into what it was like for Tim, as mayor, and for the Elinskis as a family, to face protesters in front of their house after Tim’s controversial mayoral proclamation. We go exploring with them to the wilds of Miami, Arizona and the birth of their most recent business venture. And we find out what it means to them to serve and support their community - the whole community, even the people who boldly disagree. Link to more information in the show notes: www.rocketfeather.com/pod --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/here-together/message

In the old copper mining town of Jerome, Arizona is the Jerome Grand Hotel overlooking the Verde Valley. The hotel is an old hospital where it is believed that thousands of men and women died in the early 20th century. Today the haunted hotel is inhabited many several different ghosts that like to make their presence known to unsuspecting guests. Join us we take a deep dive into the Jerome Grand Hotel!

Peace Building At Home And Around The Globe. Democratic Perspective welcomes Anne Shaw from Verde Valley chapter of Friends Committee on National Legislation (FCNL). The group’s motto is “We seek a world free of war and threat of war. We … Continue reading →

This week, After almost 10 weeks in the Verde Valley, we’re on the move. We tell you where we’ve headed, but take some time to reflect on our Arizona shelter-in-place experience and the wonderful travel opportunities in the are. Plus, listener questions, news about mobile satellite TV, and more.

Verde Connect or Verde Disconnect? The co-hosts welcome Zach Wolfe & Todd Scantlebury to discuss a proposed highway project in the Verde Valley that has become controversial. The project would extend Beaverhead Flat Road to connect with AZ State Hwy … Continue reading →

“You know you are truly alive when you’re living among lions.” ― Isak Dinesen, Out Of Africa. Dean and Prayeri Harrison, founders of Out Of Africa wildlife park in Camp Verde, AZ are examples of what it means to be truly alive. There is truly something unique and refreshing about the way they approach this life. The idea that we live in world dictated by the laws of nature and not of man is evident in how they interact with all the animals on site. It's truly fascinating and something that must been seen and experienced to believe the connection they have with the animals. We had the great joy of experiencing the VIP - Behind the scenes tour guided by Dean himself. It’s truly the best way to get the full experience of the park. We recorded over 3 hours of content on site but due to audio quality and other issues were limited in what we could bring to the episode. Out of Africa is not another zoo where you simply stroll around the park and stare at animals in their habitats rather its a place where you can truly interact and experience the animals. Located an hour north of the Phoenix valley its a quick trip and an experience that you will remember for your lifetime. Make sure to visit and say hi to our friend Pilgrim the Giraffe. If he likes you as much as he did Rob he may just give you a sloppy wet kiss. Special Guest: Dean Harrison.

Resort and second-home properties can be located anywhere! They are becoming more and more popular in small towns, as well as the coastal cities and mountains.  In this episode, Holly Mabery joins Monica to talk about her own experience working with investment and second home clients in Sedona, AZ. She shares ideas for marketing, building connections with buyers, and highlighting what’s so special about your community.   More and more, real estate is becoming a great leverage tool. Homeownership has expanded to where people have a second home for personal enjoyment, and also more people are choosing to invest in real estate rather than another avenue. A hybrid they are seeing more and more is when people buy a house and can use it for personal use 14 days a year and rent it out the rest of the time, and it still counts as an investment property. This trend is increasingly becoming more popular as a gateway to making memories with family and friends.   The resort and second home market has shifted from the mountains or the beach to more small town, slow-paced areas. As an agent, there’s an opportunity to accent your local lifestyle that can make a huge difference in marketing. People will always need a place to live, but as agents, we can show people how to live in your market. Showcasing what you love can help build connections with clients.   There are a few different options when it comes to financing for investment and second home properties. Working with a local lender is key. For second homes you’re typically looking at 20% down, and investment properties are usually 25% down plus an interest rate.   Some challenges that come with investment or second homes that are being rented out is that the owner has to be available 24-hours-a-day. In many instances, you have to live within a certain distance of the property. Some unexpected costs to note could be a property manager, furniture in the unit, replacing appliances, etc.   The resort/second-home certification goes through making good choices in investment properties. It allows you as the REALTOR® to become a trusted advisor to investors. You’ll get an understanding of the financing, as well, so you can help your clients make the best choice for them.   Another important thing to be involved in is government in your area. Either get involved yourself or get connected with a group that shares frequent updates about what is going on in the area, so you know how to be proactive with what’s going on. If you already involved, maybe you can be that resource for your market/community.   Homeownership is the biggest investment someone is going to make in their life. It’s a financial, emotional, and family investment. As REALTORS®, if we help them navigate and negotiate, it makes a huge difference. Focus on what you love about living there, and what investors can expect if they live there. Highlight local businesses and bring them to the forefront.   Other resources to check out are city parks and recreation, or your county health services. Both usually have different programs depending on what’s going on. As you get to know potential clients, you can address their interests, hobbies, and concerns so you can start to assist them in feeling at ease.   Holly and Monica talk about furniture in the property. When it comes to furniture in the property, best practice is to do it on a separate bill of sale. The seller needs to get very specific about what they are leaving behind. Sellers need to make sure they remove any personal and valuable items before the property goes on the market. Once the seller creates the list, it needs to be made available to potential buyers. Make sure your separate bill of sale is contingent on a close.   Holly talks about some things to keep in mind when working with investment and second-home buyers. It’s important to over-communicate, especially since they may not be local. Using programs like Zoom or Google Hangout can be helpful. It also allows you to set up expectations ahead of time.   Some things you want to be able to note are what potential buyers can expect to be able to do year-round in your community and what amenities they will be provided (internet service, etc). Holly has also recently started tracking direct flights and doing some reverse marketing to find your feeder markets. One of the things that Holly does is create a lifestyle map around the areas where she has potential buyers.   As we start this new decade, embrace what you love about where you live and tell that story every day. Instagram is a powerful medium for advertising what’s great about where you live.   Guest Links:   Hollymabery.com AZheartland.com   Additional Links: OnlineLearning.REALTOR for NAR Online Education Training4RE.com — List of Classroom Courses for REBAC and REBI classes.   CRD@REALTORS.org   Host Information: Monica Neubauer Speaker/Podcaster/REALTOR® Monica@MonicaNeubauer.com FuntentionalLiving.com FranklinTNBlog.com   Additional Bios:   Holly Mabery is a third-generation REALTOR®, growing up and still working primarily in the Verde Valley, Prescott, and Sedona areas of Arizona. She obtained her real estate license in 1998 and has had a varied career over those 21 years working in residential resales, land, multifamily, and foreclosures.   In 2012, she served as President of the Arizona Association of REALTORS® and was honored with the Arizona Association of REALTORS® 2012 REALTOR® of the Year Award. In 2014, Holly was recipient of the Distinguished Service Award for the Arizona Association of REALTORS®. In addition to her volunteer work, Holly is Co-Owner of REal Chaos Solutions, a real estate training school and is a national instructor for several designations and certifications.   Holly loves the Northern Arizona lifestyle and serving the communities she has lived and grown up in. On any given weekend or free time, you can find Holly and her family taking in all that Northern Arizona has to offer. “We love adventuring and some days that’s hiking in Sedona, first Saturdays in Jerome, Beer School, paddle boarding on the Verde or Wine Tasting in Cornville; I absolutely love where we live,” says Mabery.

Is it possible to have too much of a good thing? If you’ve been to any of The Haunted Group restaurants you know the answer is no. We have yet to find a Haunted Group restaurant concept that we have not loved. The same is also true for this episode which we had the pleasure of welcoming two guests. We met Author Roger Naylor for breakfast along with his good friend and co-founder of The Haunted Group Eric Jurisin. The food and drink at Crema in old town Cottonwood was not the only memorable thing had this morning. We had the pleasure of chatting with both Eric and Roger for the better part of an hour. Eric shared some of the background of The Haunted Group and why they choose the Verde Valley for their restaurants. The question of what ghosts inhabit the ‘Haunted Hamburger’, restaurant which is featured in Roger Naylor's book ‘Boots and Burgers’, is answered. Enjoy the conversation and make sure you say hi next time your in Cottonwood and Jerome. Special Guests: Eric Jurisin and Roger Naylor.

People in our community need to know that Jesus is FOR them. As a church, we need to show them that we are FOR them. 

In order to be FOR our world, our posture needs to shift. Our selfishness needs to give way to selflessness.

To answer the question, “Who Is My Neighbor?” Jesus told the parable of the good Samaritan. Sometimes the easiest thing to do when it comes to those around us who are marginalized, vulnerable, or hurting is to stay blissfully ignorant of the things they are going through. Jesus challenges us to do so much more.

All aboard! We were lucky enough to ride one of the last 'Starlight Tours' of the season. Departing from Clarkdale, AZ aboard the wonderfully refurbished train cars, we traveled through the beautiful Arizona scenery that is the Verde Canyon. The 'Starlight Tour' leaves in late afternoon shortly before sundown. It allows plenty of time to take in the striking scenery around you on the way out from the depot. The return trip takes you back to a simpler time where the stars shined brighter unfazed by city lights. The Verde Canyon Railroad has different theme rides throughout the year that all people can enjoy. Before our ride we were able to spend time with Ellen Roberts from the railroad. We had a great time talking with Ellen while she told us a little about her history and that of the Verde Canyon Railroad. Everything was recorded on the train as you can tell by the train soundtrack heard throughout the episode. This is just a small snippet of the amazing time we had on the three hour tour. You'll have to make the short 1.5 hour trip north of Phoenix and experience this one for yourself. With Christmas coming up you won't want to miss the 'Magical Christmas Journey' where you are magically transported to the North Pole. Enjoy! Special Guest: Ellen Roberts.

Firm centers are what we believe to be true regarding life and godliness. A firm center is what keeps us connected to God. Soft edges are how we relate to people with a different center than our own. Soft edges look like compassion, forgiveness, graciousness, tenderheartedness, loving-kindness, sympathy, humility, tolerance and patience.

If people are going to know that Jesus is for them, they need to know that we are for them.

During the visualization you will be peacefully guided through a mystical canyon in the Verde Valley (well known for its numerous vortexes). At some point you will venture off the trail and discover something hidden and ancient..  Join me, Clara, for detailed weekly guided visualisations through various landscapes to promote relaxation, peacefulness and sleep. Each visualization is detailed so the listener can lose themselves in the dreamscape and as a result, leave behind any anxiety, tension or stress. The podcast is designed to create a space of refuge from the hectic times we live in. Just close your eyes, breathe deeply, focus on my voice and walk with me in your mind. **Please, do not drive or operate heavy machinery while listening to this podcast** Music: "Amongst Cavemen and Hunters" by Christian Andersen

The Future Of Yavapai College In The Verde Valley. Democratic Perspective, once again, takes up the disparity in post-secondary education opportunities between the east and west sides of Yavapai County by welcoming Paul Chevalier, Verde Valley representative of the Yavapai … Continue reading →

Arizona, as you might have guessed, is the state I call home. It is the state I focus on with my other wine blog and podcast, The Arizona Wine Monk.  With two registered AVAs, a third on the way, and an additional fourth region of growers, Arizona is making some noise in the Arizona wine scene.  In an article by Vogue Magazine (yes, THAT Vogue), the Verde Valley of Arizona was listed as an up-and-coming wine region to visit... even if the two varietals they listed in that article, Zinfandel and Cabernet Franc, aren't the grapes that Arizona is going to be known for in the long run, let alone in the Verde Valley. Still, the point is Arizona is getting a lot of press right now. Right now there are about 1,000 acres under vine in Arizona, and as of the last time I checked, about 104 licensed and bonded wineries in the state; this number is increasing steadily. The two AVAs in Arizona currently are the Sonoita AVA, which was Arizona's first, and the Willcox AVA, which is where the wine in question we will be exploring today is from. (The application for the Verde Valley AVA has been perfected, but has yet to be posted for public comments, or approved by the TTB.) Say hello to the 2014 Malvasia Bianca from Sand-Reckoner.  Malvasia Bianca, in the opinion of many Arizona winemakers, is our best white grape in terms of reflecting local terroir; it is one of my favorite grape varietals, period.  This grape here in Arizona is known for its intense, aromatic character, which is why I sit with my friend Tiffany Poth (a.k.a. @wine_hippie on Instagram) with a Le Nez du Vin kit and talk about what we mean by wine aromatics and aromas.  We also talk a little bit about lees aging and what that means in wine.  Enjoy! This bottle was acquired by yours truly from the winemaker himself at the Willcox Wine Country Festival, before the Sand-Reckoner tasting room in Tuscon opened to the public.

April Rhodes is the Chief Executive Officer of Spectrum Healthcare Group, a national leader in providing structurally integrated care to its community members. April has served at the forefront of healthcare and human services management for nearly two decades. Her unique brand of leadership has successfully launched Spectrum Healthcare Group into new heights of innovation, integration and cohesion. As CEO she draws on therapy skillsets, open communication and business management, all while balancing vision and risk in this ever-changing healthcare landscape. Under her leadership Spectrum has successfully launched a mobile crisis response unit, which is utilized by law enforcement and first responders in the Verde Valley, providing real time mental health intervention to officers in the field. As well, Spectrum has a robust Work Adjustment Training program that affords clients the opportunity to learn marketable job skills and find gainful employment within their community. April is passionate about people having true access to the healthcare they need both physically and mentally. Her contagious vision has altered the trajectory of Spectrum Healthcare Group, a path that not only embraces the future but is helping to create a better one for mind and body.     TWITTER: @spectrumcares FACEBOOK: @spectrumcares INSTAGRAM:@spectrumcares WEBSITE: spectrumhealthcare-group.com   To watch this episode go to relentlessmentality.net   Your Host Justin Bayless President & CEO, Bayless Healthcare INSTAGRAM: @JustBayless LINKEDIN: @JustinBayless YOUTUBE: Relentless Mentality

One of the first times I hung out with Keaton Arnlund, aka Brewz Traveler, he road up to Verde Valley with us to do our episode with Sinagua Malt. He brought his badass drone and the whole trip up we were geeking out about how awesome it was going to be to get drone footage of the Verde River and the farms where the barley was being grown. Long story short: 20 seconds into it maiden voyage Air Force Brewz hit a branch and sunk to the bottom of the river. I even offered to jump in to try to recover it but Keaton knew it was a lost cause. His laidback reaction (compared to what would have been my week long sulk) let me know that this dude was pretty cool. In this episode I sit down with Keaton and his fiance Marissa to talk about how adventure brought them together as well as the adventure that lies ahead of them as they set out to travel across the country exploring the best of craft beer in the US. Be sure to follow along on their social media. Enjoy the show!

Jo Zurita is an empowerment and mindset coach who specializes in helping women work through fear-based limiting beliefs. She helps her clients catapult from broken to beaming, re-light the fire within their soul, and teaches them the tools to create a life of their dreams through mindset work, accountability, compassion and empowerment. She utilizes tarot and energy work in her sessions and is certified in crystal healing, reiki, and holisitc tarot. She has helped her clients build confidence, manifest amazing opportunities, start their own businesses and transform their beliefs from small and limiting to powerful positive mindsets. Jo has been featured in Love, Light & Legacy Magazine, she also teaches courses in tarot and Shadow Work. While she is based in the Verde Valley in Arizona, her client base is international and rages from all backgrounds and walks of life. houseofswordstarot.com https://www.instagram.com/houseofswordstarot/ Let's Connect: Instagram: @leorisingtarot Website: www.leorisingtarot.com --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/leorisingpodcast/support

The city of Jerome in Arizona sits perched above the beautiful Verde Valley on Cleopatra Hill. Today, it is considered an artist community, but it once was considered the "Wickedest City in the West." Like so many Arizona towns, Jerome began as a mining town with a focus on copper. In its heyday, it was one of the richest mines in the world and was dubbed the Billion Dollar Copper Camp. Thousands made the town their home, from miners to prostitutes to lawmen. A hospital was needed for all these people and that is what the Jerome Grand Hotel started as, but in 1996 it became a hotel. Throughout its years, it has earned a reputation for being haunted. Many guests and employees claim to have had experiences. Join us as we explore the history and hauntings of the Jerome Grand Hotel. The Moment in Oddity features Zarafa the Giraffe and This Month in History features the beginning of the Mexican fight for independence. Our location was suggested by listener Katie Hickcox. Check out our website: http://historygoesbump.com Show notes and pictures can be found here: https://historygoesbump.blogspot.com/2017/09/hgb-ep-221-jerome-grand-hotel.html Become an Executive Producer: http://patreon.com/historygoesbump Music: Vanishing from http://purple-planet.com (Moment in Oddity) In Your Arms by Kevin MacLeod http://incompetech.com (This Month in History) Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 3.0 License http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0/

Interview with Marvel Comics illustrator Dave Beaty and friends. 

Episode 68 features Arizona native Beth Adams of The Adams Group at Realty One Group Desert Mountain. Beth and her husband, James, work the Verde Valley area of Central Arizona.  This includes communities like Camp Verde, Cottonwood, and Sedona. A talented marketer, Beth gives back generously through her volunteer work with local and state associations.  Enjoy her story as The Real Estate Sessions heads back to Arizona!

We talk wine, enology and what its like to start a new wine label with Bree Nation of AZ Stronghold and The oDDity Wine CollectiVe.

Sedona is located in the northern Verde Valley region of Arizona and in my opinion one of the most beautiful places on the planet. Nestled among red rocks it is considered sacred by the Native Americans and thanks to high energy vortexes is known as a place of healing and spiritual renewal. I am pleased to tell you I will be broadcasting live from Boynton Canyon and invite you to participate in a meditation with me where we will access this vortex energy.This show is broadcast live on W4CY Radio – (www.w4cy.com) part of Talk 4 Radio (http://www.talk4radio.com/) on the Talk 4 Media Network (http://www.talk4media.com/).

As America's population ages, more and more older adults are living alone in their homes, and many are isolated from family, friends, neighbors and services.  Older adults in this situation have an even harder time when hospitalized and then transition from the hospital back to their home. In addition to care transition services, many older adults are requiring supportive assistance to maintain their quality of life at home.  Verde Valley Caregivers Coalition is a community-based, non-profit organization that engages a network of volunteer groups from churches, schools, businesses/corporations, government and other organizations to help meet its mission to support older adults in need of assistance and caring to maintain their independence and quality of life at home for as long as possible.Cecily MacArthur will be our guest to tell us more!  Cecily MacArthur is a world-class “Dream Life Coach,” a Transformation Specialist, and a Spiritual Weight Loss Mentor. She is a powerful intuitive, a certified Life Coach and Life Mastery Consultant, and an experienced transformational teacher and author in the human potential movement. She helps you connect with Spirit to awaken your authentic self, discover your true purpose, and create the life of your dreams.   Cecily is also the author of the book “7 Ways to Stay Positive in Challenging Times”, regularly conducts teleseminars and live training on dream building and spiritual development, hosts an interview radio show called the “The Light Beam Hour”, and has co-hosted 4 successful telesummits on Angels, the Law of Attraction, Energy Healing, and the Chakra System.   Her background includes 20+ years as a corporate organizational and management consultant, trainer, and coach, a life-long commitment to her own spiritual growth, and a new found joy in service and volunteerism with the AmeriCorps.

As America's population ages, more and more older adults are living alone in their homes, and many are isolated from family, friends, neighbors and services.  Older adults in this situation have an even harder time when hospitalized and then transition from the hospital back to their home. In addition to care transition services, many older adults are requiring supportive assistance to maintain their quality of life at home.  Verde Valley Caregivers Coalition is a community-based, non-profit organization that engages a network of volunteer groups from churches, schools, businesses/corporations, government and other organizations to help meet its mission to support older adults in need of assistance and caring to maintain their independence and quality of life at home for as long as possible.Cecily MacArthur will be our guest to tell us more!  Cecily MacArthur is a world-class “Dream Life Coach,” a Transformation Specialist, and a Spiritual Weight Loss Mentor. She is a powerful intuitive, a certified Life Coach and Life Mastery Consultant, and an experienced transformational teacher and author in the human potential movement. She helps you connect with Spirit to awaken your authentic self, discover your true purpose, and create the life of your dreams.   Cecily is also the author of the book “7 Ways to Stay Positive in Challenging Times”, regularly conducts teleseminars and live training on dream building and spiritual development, hosts an interview radio show called the “The Light Beam Hour”, and has co-hosted 4 successful telesummits on Angels, the Law of Attraction, Energy Healing, and the Chakra System.   Her background includes 20+ years as a corporate organizational and management consultant, trainer, and coach, a life-long commitment to her own spiritual growth, and a new found joy in service and volunteerism with the AmeriCorps.