American Airlines will add nonstop seasonal service between Flagstaff Pulliam Airport (FLG) and Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) this fall. Starting on Oct. 12, the service will operate on Saturdays using a CRJ700 aircraft. “The addition of the LAX route offers more choices for travelers in … [Read more...] about Nonstop Flights to LAX Back this Fall
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Flagstaff to Star in its Own MONOPOLY Board Game
Ever want to take a ride on the Santa Fe Railway, buy a house at Forest Highlands or collect $200 if you pass Go? Mr. MONOPOLY wants to make that possible by immortalizing Flagstaff in the board game world of real estate tycoons and financial moguls. According to a news release, game-maker Hasbro … [Read more...] about Flagstaff to Star in its Own MONOPOLY Board Game
French Press: Flag Locals and Hypo2 Trainees Storm Paris Olympics
Whether they live here for year-round, high-altitude training benefits or are frequent flyers in Hypo2’s training camps and programs, a number of Paris Olympians have local ties. Born and raised in Las Vegas, two-time Olympic swimmer Katie Grimes has trained with Hypo2 and just qualified for the … [Read more...] about French Press: Flag Locals and Hypo2 Trainees Storm Paris Olympics
Wilderness Expert Cody Lundin Offers Survival Tips for Arizona’s Heat
Brawny and braided, Prescott-based survival instructor Cody Lundin has one goal: to keep us alive. Every summer, hikers and others get into trouble from Arizona’s extreme heat and rugged terrain. Known as “The World’s Foremost Primitive Expert,” Cody says, “Self-reliance training will never go out … [Read more...] about Wilderness Expert Cody Lundin Offers Survival Tips for Arizona’s Heat
Free Garden Classes at Watters Garden Center
You will have insights on water, disease and bugs that will make a difference in your gardens immediately. Plants are going to love you. July 20 @ 9:30 am - Living Walls & Privacy Barriers We share the fastest growing plants for fast screening. Block unsightly neighbors, enhance your view and … [Read more...] about Free Garden Classes at Watters Garden Center
Promoting Space Travel with a Land-Use Ethic
Once again, cows and astronauts shared the high desert landscape of Babbitt Ranches as NASA, assisted by geologists from USGS, tested equipment, conducted moonwalking drills and practiced geology in preparation for Artemis 3, a crewed mission to the dark lunar south pole region, anticipated for … [Read more...] about Promoting Space Travel with a Land-Use Ethic
Wilderness Expert Cody Lundin Offers ‘The Survival Show’
With summer heating up in Arizona, survival instructor Cody Lundin is well aware of how quickly a day hike can turn into an emergency situation. Having taught survival skills to thousands of people – ages 7 to 80 – for more than 30 years from his Prescott-based Aboriginal Living Skills School, … [Read more...] about Wilderness Expert Cody Lundin Offers ‘The Survival Show’
Ramada Inn Chain has Roots on Flagstaff’s Route 66
Bill Isbell had a front-row seat to the founding of what became the Ramada Inn chain 70 years ago with development of a hotel at the crossroads of Route 66 and Highway 89 in Flagstaff. Isbell, now 88 and living in Phoenix, was a teenager when he made a small investment with his father, Marion, and … [Read more...] about Ramada Inn Chain has Roots on Flagstaff’s Route 66
Grand Canyon Conservancy Hears of Grand Adventure
Award-winning photographer, filmmaker and author Pete McBride served as the keynote speaker for the Grand Canyon Conservancy’s (GCC) Grand Gathering 2024. Held at the Shrine of the Ages on the South Rim of the Grand Canyon, the event attracted members from around the country. They were treated … [Read more...] about Grand Canyon Conservancy Hears of Grand Adventure
Cocodona Ultramarathon Tests Runners Across 250 Grueling Miles
A sliver of moon hid on the predawn horizon as hundreds of runners lined up in Black Canyon City for the start of the Cocodona 250 footrace to Flagstaff. It was windy and 40 degrees at 5 a.m. on Monday, May 6. Watches set, the pack burst out of the starting chute down a dusty trail, headlamps … [Read more...] about Cocodona Ultramarathon Tests Runners Across 250 Grueling Miles