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Report: Highway closures in Northern Arizona due to winter storm
Prepare your winter emergency kit before hitting the road in Northern AZ. These are the closures caused by the snowstorm on Jan. 7, 2024.
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Verde River Recreation Areas Closed for the Protection of Bald Eagles
Outdoor sections in Prescott National Forest are closed through June 2024 for bald eagle breeding and protection. All kinds of recreation are prohibited during the closure.
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Free entry into Maricopa County Parks on National Take a Hike Day
The $7 day-use fee is waved at Maricopa County parks on Nov. 17, 2023 for National Take a Hike Day.
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In the news: Maid Fire 100% contained
Emergency and Forest services, as well as new outlets across the state have reported on the containment of the Maid Fire. Road closures in the area are in effect through March 2024.
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Temporary closure: Mount Graham, Coronado National Forest
In Coronado NF, the upper section of HWY 366 will be closed to motor vehicles Nov. 15, 2023 through April 15, 2024. Recreationists can still gain access, although without their vehicles.
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Two November closures on Forest Road 105 at Woods Canyon Lake
Forest Road 105 leading to Woods Canyon Lake within the Black Mesa Ranger District will experience closures during two separate periods: from November 6 to November 9, and then again from November 13 to November 16. Apache-Sitgreaves National Forests announced this in a news release on November 2. These closures Read more…
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Wildfire: Lightning causes two wildfires in Apache-Sitgreaves National Forests
The Fish Creek Fire (105 acres) and the KP Fire (25 acres) are in remote areas and not deemed threatening to communities. If recreating in the area, stay vigilant and obey fire managers.
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REI is celebrating its Prescott grand opening event Nov. 3-5
REI’s Prescott grand opening event is happening November 3, 4, 5. Join the party for giveaways and interaction with the Forest Service, the National Forest Foundation, and many outdoor brands.
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Caution: Prescribed fire in Prescott Basin set for Nov. 1 – Nov. 17
Trails, roads, and campgrounds will remain open during prescribed burns near Prescott’s Ponderosa Park. The public is invited to speak with fire managers at the new Prescott REI…
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Smoke lingers from a controlled burn along Forest Road 22, North Kaibab Ranger District
Fall prescribed burning has been successful in Kaibab National Forest so far. Smoke from the latest treatments could linger in the area.