Kurt Davis views each of his jobs as a learning experience. He then takes that knowledge with him to his next job and begins learning all over again. “Everywhere I’ve gone, I tried to learn and use those lessons,” he said. Some of the jobs he has held over the years include working for two […]
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Region Embracing Renewables
In many ways, Northern Arizona – and Coconino County in particular – is poised to harvest great benefits from renewable energy potential that outpaces the potential in much of the rest of the country. But the first wave of utility-scale projects has met with some resistance – and it has sent local land use planners […]
Partnering for Watchable Wildlife
One of the great advantages of living in Northern Arizona is the chance to see all sorts of wildlife. Now, knowing where you’ll have the best chance to do that in the Flagstaff area should soon be easier. Arizona Game and Fish Department (AZGFD) is developing a new Watchable Wildlife program for the Flagstaff area. […]
Business Neutralizing Rattlesnake and Scorpion Venom
According to the Arizona Game and Fish Department, Arizona is home to the most dangerous rattlesnakes, spiders, lizards, and scorpions in the nation. So it is appropriate that researcher and veterinarian Dr. Craig Woods of BioVeteria Life Sciences chose Prescott as the home of his new business venture. BioVeteria is a new bioscience company that […]
Arizona’s Hunting Industry Remaining Strong
As Arizonans and visitors from other places flock to the Northern Arizona forests for hunting, local coffers around the state are enjoying the benefits. Flagstaff-based Tom Britt, who retired from the Arizona Game and Fish Department as regional supervisor, now represents an organization called Hunting Works for Arizona. He says the nonpartisan group wants to […]
Hunting in the Aftermath of the State’s Largest Wildfire
When Sonny Tapia first went into the forest after the Wallow Fire, the devastation brought tears to his eyes. The lifelong resident of eastern Arizona feels as comfortable in the surrounding wilderness as he does in his living room. “Seeing the places I grew up camping as a kid, the beauty was just gone,” he […]
Rejoicing in Summertime
I love Flagstaff in every season, but there is just something about summertime that makes our mountain town come to life. Not a day goes by where there isn’t an opportunity to get outdoors, attend a great event, and enjoy the warm days and cool nights. From Movies on the Square to the cultural festivals […]
Shooting Range On Track for 2013 Opening
The Arizona Game and Fish Department is moving forward with plans to build a shooting range east of Flagstaff. Last year, the AZGFD purchased the 160 acre Foster Ranch near Walnut Canyon National Monument with the intention of developing a range. The department has been looking for a suitable location for a shooting facility for […]