I’ve been lucky enough to spend some time in the Verde Valley, as well as paddling the Verde River. It is truly a special place, with the river at the heart of the entire valley.
This video by Teresa Poulson with Arizona State University’s Walter Cronkite School of Journalism highlights the deep connection the community has with the river, the challenges of balancing current uses and future growth with conservation and sustainability, and provides a snapshot of one town’s efforts to ensure that the river remains vibrant and flowing for generations to come.
