This past Thursday morning, April 3rd, I had the opportunity to volunteer with the Watershed Management Group from Tucson and other involved citizens and employees of the Camp Verde area to learn about and engage with rainwater harvesting. Together, we installed a 1,300 gallon rainwater tank at the Camp Verde stormwater office. While installing the […]
Are you interested in joining our team? Friends of the Verde River envisions a healthy, flowing Verde River and tributaries that support our natural environment, vibrant communities, and quality of life for future generations. See our open positions below. Open Position: Deputy Executive Director Reports to: Executive Director Status: Full time Location: Cottonwood, AZ/Hybrid Friends of the Verde River […]
Friends of the Verde River is excited to announce the 2025 Young Birders Camp Scholarship competition! If you love birds, nature, and the great outdoors, this is a fantastic opportunity to immerse yourself in an unforgettable learning experience. What is the Young Birders Camp? The Young Birders Camp is a special program designed for kids […]
Friends of the Verde River, in partnership with the Verde Watershed Restoration Coalition (VWRC) and other key organizations, proudly announces the successful removal of invasive plant species along the nearly 17-mile length of Fossil Creek. This monumental achievement restores the riparian habitat of Fossil Creek, a federally designated Wild and Scenic River and one of […]
Friends of the Verde River is proud to announce that we recently awarded 33 River Friendly Living Grants, providing a record-breaking $96,000 in funding to support water conservation and habitat improvement projects for River Friendly Homes and Businesses. These homes and businesses have committed to voluntary river conservation through the River Friendly Living program. Grants […]
Author: David Gressly. Originally published in the JournalAZ After six months as Executive Director, I have learned how unique the Friends of the Verde River is among riparian oriented organizations. Very few organizations have been able to demonstrate the same level of substantive “boots on the ground” work joined together with a significant community outreach […]
As we approach Martin Luther King Jr. Day on January 15th, 2024, the spirit of unity, justice, and service permeates our communities. It’s not just a day off (for some) but an opportunity to honor Dr. King’s legacy by actively engaging in actions that foster positive change. Here are three meaningful ways you can pay […]
The Board of Directors of Friends of the Verde River is pleased to announce that W. David Gressly has been selected as our next Executive Director, beginning December 15, 2023. Gressly will be joining us as our guest at our annual gala, Fiesta de la Garza, on December 7, 2023, at the Cliff Castle Hotel. […]
Help us raise $40,000! Your donation before December 31st will be doubled by our generous Board of Directors! Dear Friend, What is important to you right now? To your family? To your community? I bet one answer would be to preserve and protect our greatest natural resources – rivers, natural areas, and wildlife. Because you […]
We are thrilled to announce the successful completion of a groundwater recharge project at Mingus Union High School in Cottonwood, AZ. The project was completed as part of the River Friendly Living program which encourages sustainable water practices. This project highlights groundwater recharge infrastructure as a solution for flood control and water management issues. Historically, […]
