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Have you been on the lookout for a reliable and robust truck that can handle demanding tasks without breaking a sweat? We’re excited to present our 2004 Dodge Ram 2500 Diesel truck with 176,696 miles on the odometer. This truck has served our team faithfully, and now it’s your chance to become its next proud […]
First published in Cottonwood Journal Extra on 8-23-23. Who hasn’t lost something in the water? Whether it was something valuable, like a camera, or inexpensive, like flip flops, it’s a good bet you’ve had the sinking feeling of watching something go overboard. The following story didn’t happen to me, but I can identify with it. […]
In June, Friends of the Verde River’s Shannon Murphy attended the Arizona Geographic Information Council (AGIC) Geospatial Summit. She learned how geographic information systems (GIS) could benefit our work in the Verde River Watershed. The theme “GIS for Good – Mapping with Sensors, Data, and Analytics” provided the structure of the event. GIS tools can […]
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, […]
Theme: “Migration” – Featuring the Majestic Common Black Hawk The annual Verde Valley Birding & Nature Festival, proudly hosted by Friends of the Verde River, is thrilled to announce its Call to Artists for the 2024 festival. This premier event, held every April amidst the serene beauty of Dead Horse Ranch State Park, presents a […]
Friends of the Verde River is delighted to announce that the River Friendly Living Grants are open! Friends of the Verde River is inviting homeowners, businesses, and organizations to submit their proposals for sustainability projects in 2024. This initiative aims to support projects that contribute to sustainable water supply, clean water, healthy habitat, and community […]
Friends of the Verde River is thrilled to announce its 3rd annual “Run the Verde Raffle.” This exciting online raffle will run from July 31 to September 30, 2023, with all proceeds directed towards supporting a healthy and flowing Verde River ecosystem. Prizes The Run the Verde Raffle features an array of enticing prizes generously […]
First published in Cottonwood Journal Extra on 7-26-23. Cities are founded on rivers. Think of Paris and the Seine; London and the Thames; and Rome and the Tiber. There is nothing more essential to the success of a city than access to clean water. Phoenix and its pre-historic settlements were built where the Gila, Salt, […]
Media Contact: Susan Van Norman Stewardship Director Cell: 928-301-4543 SusanV@VerdeRiver.org FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Friend’s grant is part of OneAZ’s $330,000 Community Impact Grant Program COTTONWOOD, AZ (June 28, 2023) – OneAZ Credit Union is proud to award a $5,000 Community Impact Grant to Friends of the Verde River (Friends) for their work improving the […]
Yes, Virginia, there is such a thing as a unicorn. It’s real and it lives in Arizona. My husband found one in our yard in April, and I have the photos to prove it. We let it go and hope it will reproduce in the wild and make more unicorns. As you probably have figured […]
