Out of Africa Wildlife Park
Unforgettable Family Campout at Out of Africa!
Are you ready for a family adventure like no other, then grab your sleeping gear and join Out of Africa Wildlife Park for a limited-engagement camp-out as they commemorate 25 years in business. The Park will be having two campouts, the first on Saturday, June 15, 2013 and the second on Saturday, August 03, 2013. Join the celebration with an overnight family adventure alongside lions, tigers, hyenas, and bears. Oh, my!
Verde Canyon Railroad
National Train Day Celebration
May 11th, 2013
Don’t miss the National Train Day celebration at the Verde Canyon Railroad in Clarkdale, Arizona, only 25 minutes from Sedona on May 11th, 2013! The Senators will be entertaining guests on the patio during the Verde Canyon Railroad’s National Train Day. This up-and-coming young band from Phoenix, share foot-stomping energy, banjo-swinging enthusiasm and some mighty fine railroad tunes with their signature blend of vintage and modern Americana. Come dancing at the depot during this free event on Saturday from 11:00 am – 1:00 pm.
Verde Valley Birding and Nature Festival
“Finches and Flowers”
April 25th – 28th, 2013
Attention all bird and nature lovers, the Verde Valley Birding and Nature Festival is close at hand! The Verde Valley is home to many species of birds and normally at the festival over a 100 species of birds are seen including herons, cardinals, tanagers, warblers, hawks and egrets to only name a few.
The festival celebrates nature with workshops and field trips where expert guides take visitors to the area’s birding hot spots. There will also be a Free Family Nature Fair taking place on Saturday, April 27th from 10:00 am to 2:00 pm featuring games & activities, and free walks and presentations! The Festival will be taking place this year at the beautiful Dead Horse Ranch State Park in Cottonwood, Arizona (see map below for directions from Sedona).
Verde Canyon Railroad
Raptors, Rhythm and Romance
February 2013
February is just around the corner and it is shaping up to be a wonderful month to visit Sedona, Arizona and a great time to take a voyage on the Verde Canyon Railroad!
Bald eagles are not the only creatures who love the Verde Canyon in February! Fans of chocolate and live music find plenty to love during this romantic month. Eagle Watch is in full swing and Rhythm on the Rails and the Chocolates Lovers’ Festival highlight February with sweet tunes and tasty treats.
This is a call out to all of our Arizona residents and visitors, grab those hiking boots and start the new year off with a guided Arizona State Park hike. On January 1st, 2013, all 50 of America’s State Parks are participating in a nationwide event ”First Day Hikes” to promote healthy lifestyles and encourage year-round recreation! If you are going to be in the Sedona and Verde River Valley area during this event Red Rock State Park, and Dead Horse Ranch State Park are the guided hikes you will want to look into taking.
Verde Canyon Railroad
Wild Splendor – Liberty Wildlife Patio Presentations
November 15th, 2012
If you are going to be in the Sedona and Verde River Valley area this Thursday, November 15th, 2012, make sure not to miss Liberty Wildlife at the Verde Canyon Railroad!
Handlers from Liberty Wildlife will be presenting a variety of raptors and native “critters” at the Verde Canyon depot. The handlers will answer questions and pose for photos during the depot patio presentations. This event is open to the public and takes place from 11:00 am until 1:30 pm.
The Verde Canyon Railroad is the perfect Arizona day-trip, located 25 minutes from Sedona and only two hours from Phoenix. To make reservations or for more details please visit the Verde Canyon Railroad.
The Great Arizona Grape Stomp
“Liberate your Juice”
October 6th, 2012
While you are visiting Sedona and the Verde River Valley on October 6th, 2012, make sure to check out the 3rd Annual Grape Sto5k Walk/Runmp taking place in Olde Town Cottonwood. This event will benefit the Arizona Wine Growers Association. The run will begin at 8:00 am at Lyons Park on the corner of Willard and N. Main Street, continue on to Dead Horse Ranch State Park, and finish in the heart of Old Town Cottonwood.
Registration is $35.00 and participants can register online at the Arizona Wine Growers Association or you may register the day of the event from 6:00 am – 7:45 am at RIOT in Old Town Cottonwood. The Red Rooster Café will be open for dinner the night before the event, where registration will also be taking place from 5:00pm-8:00pm with live music, dinner specials and 10% off regular menu prices for 5K registrants. Runner’s registration packets will be available for pick up at RIOT, the morning of the event, beginning at 6:00 am.
