Arizona Outdoor Travel News

15/01/2025

Turns out age does have its perks, a free park pass!

Did you know all 4th graders get a National Parks Pass at no charge? Well, let that be today's lesson (don't worry, no homework)!

If you have a child in 4th grade, head on over to https://everykidoutdoors.gov/index.htm and get a park pass today! Learning can happen anywhere, why not come learn outside in a National Park?!

A few things to know
- This program only provides passes for fourth graders.
- You need to print your pass and bring it with you when you visit. Electronic copies are not accepted.
- Your pass has a unique code. That means it cannot be shared or gifted. 4th Grade pass holder must be present when using pass at parks.
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(JC; 📸, NPS)

15/01/2025

Announcing our 2025 Wilderness Speaker Series! We're excited to be back at Flathead Valley Community College to host three educational, inspiring and thought-provoking presentations in partnership with Wild Montana, Northwest Montana Lookout Association and the Natural Resources Conservation and Management Program at FVCC.

Save these dates to join us! More info about each speaker and topic at bmwf.org/wss

15/01/2025

Considering a winter trip to White Sands National Park? ❄️

While the winter months offer fewer crowds and cooler weather, it's essential to be prepared for the chill. Winter temperatures have been known to plummet below freezing, and combined with wind chill, they can pose serious hypothermia risks.

Follow these crucial to ensure a safe and enjoyable cold-weather adventure at White Sands National Park!

See current conditions at the park online: https://www.nps.gov/whsa/planyourvisit/weather.htm

Graphic by Payton Szwaczkowski, NPS

15/01/2025

🧶✨ Reminder! The Fiber Arts Club is happening this Thursday, January 16th from 1:30 PM to 3:00 PM at Seguin Public Library! 🎉

Calling all knitters, crocheters, embroiderers, and fiber artists of all skill levels! Whether you’re working on a project or just want to learn something new, this is your chance to connect with fellow crafters, share tips, and get inspired.

📍 Location: Seguin Public Library
👤 Adults Only

Bring your projects and let’s get creative together! No experience needed – all are welcome. See you there! 🧵✨

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Payal Kapadia wants to make a Mumbai-set trilogy, with 'All We Imagine as Light' serving as the first installment.

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Discover the wonders of the night sky at Saguaro National Park’s Star Party! Join us on Friday, January 17, 2025, at the Red Hills Visitor Center for an unforgettable evening under the stars as we celebrate Saguaro's certification as an Urban Night Sky Place. This event will feature special guests from Kitt Peak National Observatory, the Tucson Amateur Astronomy Association, and DarkSky International.

Presentations inside the Visitor Center will start at 5:00 PM, followed by telescope viewing and ranger-led programs outside at 6:30 PM. This event is free and requires no registration. Parking is limited, so carpooling is highly encouraged. Dress for the weather, wear warm clothes. Don’t miss this unique opportunity to experience the power of the night!
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(BS; 📸NPS)

15/01/2025

Rejoice! Books & Brews is continuing throughout the Spring season! Our laid-back book discussion is now running January-October, every 3rd Thursday from 6:30-8 PM. Dine, drink, & discuss with us this Thurs, January 16 at The Handlebar Pub and Grill. 🍻📚🍔

15/01/2025

Have you heard of pocket gophers? They live in Carlsbad Caverns National Park, though they don’t enter the cave. Thomomys umbrinus is the Latin name, but that’s a bit much for such a small and cute animal.

Pocket gophers only grow 5 to 14 inches, which is perfectly pocket sized, but they aren’t named for their size. They are instead named for the pouches, or pockets, on the insides of their mouth, which they fill with plant bits. Unlike many animals, these animals are fossorial, that means they rarely leave their burrows, even to forage. They often dig to their nearest meal and eat it. Feasting on the roots and tubers of plants. If they do exit their burrow, they are fed upon by their predators which include, owls, hawks, crows, snakes, weasels, badgers, bobcats, foxes and coyotes. These animals are also territorial, protecting their territory from other pocket gophers. Pocket gophers are also considered an agricultural pest, as they often burrow in crop fields and eat the roots of the plants, killing them. Their burrows can also cause damage to lawns. However, in a place like Carlsbad Caverns national park, they aren’t doing any damage to crops and instead are an important part of the ecosystem.

When life underground is mentioned at Carlsbad Caverns National Park most people think about what animals might live in the cave, but under the ground can mean just under the surface still in the soil. Who knows what sort of cute creatures are living there?



Photo: NPS

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15/01/2025

Exploring the Greater Yellowstone Ecosystem: A Introductory Guide
The Greater Yellowstone Ecosystem (GYE) isn’t just a national park; it’s a sprawling web of life, a biological tapestry woven across Wyoming, Montana, and Idaho. This wild heart of America pulses with raw beauty and an untamed spirit, drawing adventurers, scientists, and nature lovers alike. This ecosystem is one of the largest intact temperate-zone ecosystems.

But it’s not just about pretty landscapes. The GYE is crucial for global biodiversity. Its survival faces threats, and many people don’t understand its importance.
Learn more: https://getlostinamerica.com/greater-yellowstone-ecosystem/

15/01/2025

Thee Baetis – Olive BWO Beadhead
A great trailer fly, I have fished this first with a spruce fly as the trailer. Amazing how many trout I caught.
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15/01/2025

Brook Trout Rainbow Yin/Yang 15oz. Mug
Get a positive fish groove going every morning.
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15/01/2025

Outta the Box Fly Pad
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