In 2016, American Rivers worked with communities in the Verde Valley to develop a series of recommendations and resources for sustainable river recreation management strategies. Learn more about different management practices in American Rivers’ new report and how they can be implemented in your community. Read more…
Today’s post is a guest blog by Susan Culp, our Verde River Coordinator.
The Verde River in the spring is a lovely place. As the riparian corridor leafs out, migratory birds begin to arrive, with a chorus of warbling and singing to attract mates ensues. Read more…
This article was written by Susan Culp, a contractor for American Rivers in the Verde Valley. This article originally appeared on Audubon Arizona’s online Blog. Read the original article here.
The Verde River is one of our last remaining perennial and free-flowing rivers. With a healthy riparian corridor along its length, it is well-known for its importance to a great diversity of resident and migratory birds and other wildlife. Read more…
Today’s post is by guest blogger Bob Rothrock, Board Member with Friends of Verde River Greenway, advocate for the Verde River and organizes river experiences on the Verde River for friends and the public.
My inflatable kayak was rigged and in the water except for the bow. I stepped into the cockpit, pivoted and sat in one motion, sliding free from the shore. “On the river again. Just can’t wait to get on…” was a tune that came to mind. Another Verde River trip begins with less than a day’s notice. Decide. Go. Enjoy. Read more…
Bloop!
Any idea what that sound is? “Bloop.” Followed closely by “oh, man…really??” Read more…
Calling all American Rivers members: the Verde River Runoff, an annual kayak and canoe race held in Camp Verde, Arizona, is almost around the corner! This year’s race is scheduled for March 19th, and with the significant rain and snowfall that central and northern Arizona has been experiencing during this El Nino year, Verde River flows promise to be at an exciting and challenging level.
Today’s post is by guest blogger Susan Culp, a consultant serving as Verde River Project Coordinator for American Rivers.
Settling on cozy couches in an office building nestled in the well-groomed vineyards and gardens of Page Springs Cellars, I listened to owner and winemaker Eric Glomski tell the story of how he came to run one of the most successful and cutting edge vineyards and wine-making businesses in the Verde Valley. Read more…
Today’s post is a guest blog by Susan Culp, our Verde River Coordinator.
Amazing sunny weather greeted the 2015 Verde River Days celebration in Cottonwood, Arizona – the perfect backdrop to the annual event celebrating our community’s love for and connection to this vital and lifegiving resource – the Verde River. Read more…
Summers in Arizona are hot, and when the thermometer starts creeping up above the 110 mark, it’s time to beat the heat of the urban jungle and escape up north to bask in the cooler temperatures. Read more…
Did you miss last month’s webinar with Chip Norton of Friends of the Verde River Greenway. He provided us with insight, tips and suggestions about how their work to restore riparian land and improve habitat has positively impacted the communities along the Verde River. Check it out today!
