Off the grid and into the woods, Arizona Nordic Village, about 15 miles north of Flagstaff on Highway 180, is becoming more of a village as backcountry yurts are being moved closer to the main lodge. Other improvements guests can expect this fall include a fresh coat of paint and new furniture and decorative touches including mattresses, linens and bedding, along with vintage-style lanterns. “We will have six yurts and four cabins all near the lodge and restrooms,” said Manager Sydney Nieminen. … [Read more...] about Refreshing a Village
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The Value of 2.8 Gigawatts in Renewable Energy
Coconino County is uniquely positioned to hold the largest wind and solar complex in the United States with a potential 2.8-gigawatt portfolio. Based on the annual electricity produced by the proposed and planned turbines and panels, Quantum Energy consultants say the Babbitt Ranches renewable energy complex could generate $1.8 billion per year in net benefits, as well as save nearly 10,000 years of life through reducing air pollutant emissions every year. “This is equivalent to 2,000 people … [Read more...] about The Value of 2.8 Gigawatts in Renewable Energy
Cycling in the Bear Jaw Groove
Once again, Flagstaff’s longest-running Mountain Bike Race, Bear Jaw Groove, got rolling at Arizona Nordic Village with excited faces, colorful jerseys and zippy bikes. “We had our largest attendance ever,” said Bear Jaw Events Coordinator Stevie Sanchez, who, for the first time, rode in the race since its inception in 2012. “I competed in the 44-miler and got a flat tire the first and second lap. So, I ate a fish taco and got back on the trail.” “We had a total of 272 riders,” said Bear … [Read more...] about Cycling in the Bear Jaw Groove
Arizona Nordic Village Announces Best Opening of the Season in Decades
All 45 miles of trails are groomed and open for cross-country skiing at Arizona Nordic Village. Longtime skiers are calling this the best season opening in more than 20 years. “Everybody is stoked!” said General Manager Theo Callan. “December snowstorms have kept the ski area blanketed. And cold temperatures, along with the masterful snow-farming skills of our groomers who are out there every evening, mean we are able to keep the snow where we want it!” Meanwhile, the Village’s first … [Read more...] about Arizona Nordic Village Announces Best Opening of the Season in Decades
Arizona Nordic Village Sets the Stage for Premiere Dark Skies Destination Event
The vision began in the living room of Flagstaff Dark Skies Coalition member William Seven in fall 2019. It would be a destination dark skies event, drawing people from around the region with a captivating world-class speaker, a talented quartet filling the night air, telescope viewing under the darkest of skies, a silent auction featuring one-of-a-kind artwork and experiences, original specialty brews crafted in Flagstaff and the kind of creative, delectable food local chefs are known … [Read more...] about Arizona Nordic Village Sets the Stage for Premiere Dark Skies Destination Event
Flagstaff Star Party, Celebration of the Night Explore Archeoastronomy
With more than 20 telescopes and hosts from across the region, the free annual Flagstaff Star Party is offering three nights of stargazing into Northern Arizona’s starry autumn nights, along with rich presentations tapping into the global cultural wealth of our night sky heritage. The world’s most accessible star party in the first International Dark Sky City is scheduled for 6-10 p.m., Thursday through Saturday, Sept. 22-24, at Buffalo Park, occurring during Celebration of the Night – a … [Read more...] about Flagstaff Star Party, Celebration of the Night Explore Archeoastronomy
Weddings in the Woods
If wedding bells were still being used in ceremonies, the ringing would be nearly constant at Arizona Nordic Village. Despite a brief forest closure in June because of wildfire risk, the rustic lodge is hosting at least 35 weddings this season, a dozen more than ever before, as large gatherings have returned and outdoor settings are providing comfort for pandemic-weary bridal parties and guests. Sarah and Felipe Puente of Phoenix got married in May. “We had a pretty big mix of people coming … [Read more...] about Weddings in the Woods
Pedaling Through the Pines
The beautiful weather and cool breezes made everyone feel like a winner at the Second Annual Bear Jaw Groove six-hour bike race at Arizona Nordic Village on Saturday, Aug. 21. The 11.3-mile loop single-track course took riders over a primitive fire road with a few roots, rocks and nice climbs. Riders rode as solos, duos or teams of four. The first place solo winner was 14-year-old Keegan Field, a Flagstaff High School freshman, who entered the race with members of the FHS Mountain Bike Club. … [Read more...] about Pedaling Through the Pines
