Camp Verde residents Simon and Juanita Bosman opened a one-of-a-kind farmstand in Camp Verde in July that not only offers a grocery list of home-cultured delectable items but a bowlful of history. Simon is an elite cyclist who has conquered world-class feats in Sedona. He is the first of three to ride down famed hiking trail Cathedral Rock. He has also ridden the White Line in Sedona, an extreme unofficial mountain bike trail not recommended for even the most experienced off-road … [Read more...] about Green Magic Gardens Offers a Fresh Taste of Camp Verde
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Verde Valley Harvest Takes a Village
What is being celebrated as a hearty grape harvest in the Verde Valley, the 2025 yield is considered to be another promising vintage, putting smiles on winegrowers’ faces and assurance of some nice flavors for wine lovers’ palates. Claiming that this year’s harvest was fast and furious, Verde Valley Wine Consortium President Paula Woolsey said, “It was hot and not a lot of rain or the traditional monsoons, so brix [sugar] levels were high, producing a good vintage. All in all, it was a good … [Read more...] about Verde Valley Harvest Takes a Village
Salt Mine Wine Blends Family, Sustainability, Italian Inspiration
Tucked within the six acres of trellises is a small but vibrant winery in Camp Verde, owned and operated by two brothers and their wives who have transformed a historic farm site into the vineyard of Salt Mine Wine. Steps away from pecan groves, pastures and small farms, Chip and Kevin Norton, along with their wives, Kathy and Leann, have created a Shangri-la of sorts using sustainable winegrowing methods. The couples, who separately visited Italy, were inspired by the smaller vineyards and … [Read more...] about Salt Mine Wine Blends Family, Sustainability, Italian Inspiration
Building Connections, Creating Stability, Forging a Steady Path Forward
When it comes to running the Town of Camp Verde, Miranda Fisher doesn’t kid around. The dynamic 36-year-old stepped into the position of Camp Verde town manager just six months ago and has devised a tactical action plan to work from the inside out. “I’m taking a steady path forward focusing internally and getting our staff performing at the best capacity they can so we can have stabilization amongst the team. Every department is getting a deep dive action comprehensive efficiency plan for … [Read more...] about Building Connections, Creating Stability, Forging a Steady Path Forward
Josh McIver Brings Nashville Hot Chicken to Camp Verde
Flew the Coop Nashville Hot Chicken Shack owner Josh Mclver believes his style of chicken may be unique to Northern Arizona. Customers believe his spicy chicken rub, made from Caroline Reaper peppers, may well be the hottest around. Considered to be the hottest pepper in the world, the Carolina Reaper, used in Flew the Coop’s hottest rub, measures more than two million Scoville Heat Units. “Our basic proprietary 12-spice recipe for our rub is derived from my wife, Jen’s, style, which is … [Read more...] about Josh McIver Brings Nashville Hot Chicken to Camp Verde
Honoring Vietnam Veterans with Camp Verde Tribute
Emotional messages underscored by deep respect and a heart-stopping gun salute pierced the air at the Welcome Home Vietnam Veterans Cost of Freedom five-day tribute held at the Camp Verde Community Center Field in the Fort Verde State Historic Park. “This has been so inspiring and makes me so proud to be an American,” said Camp Verde resident Sandra Allen. “Watching the parade as the American Veterans Traveling Tribute (AVTT) came into town was so emotional. There was a group of motorcycle … [Read more...] about Honoring Vietnam Veterans with Camp Verde Tribute
New Camp Verde Economic Development Director is Committed to the Region
Molly Spangler beams with excitement about embracing and enhancing the Town of Camp Verde as the new economic development director. “We have a competitive advantage here in Camp Verde,” said Spangler, who served as economic development director in Sedona for six-and-a-half years. “Camp Verde is one of the last communities that has agricultural rural character and a very cool historic downtown. There’s a lot of opportunity here and a great plan in place, alongside a coordinated effort and … [Read more...] about New Camp Verde Economic Development Director is Committed to the Region
Two-Day Pecan, Wine Festival Returns to Camp Verde
Saturday, March 18 through Sunday, March 19 marks the 22ndAnnual Camp Verde Pecan & Wine Festival hosted by the Verde Valley Wine Consortium and the Town of Camp Verde, sponsored by Yavapai College and the Southwest Wine Center, SRP, the Arizona Office of Tourism and Larry Green Chevrolet. Celebrating two of the area’s prime tourism draws – wine and pecans – the free festival will feature 15 Arizona wineries along with a variety of pecans for pairing, a very competitive Pecan Pie contest, a … [Read more...] about Two-Day Pecan, Wine Festival Returns to Camp Verde
Promoting Camp Verde’s Economic Development, Recreation, Smart Growth
The simple, childlike words of Dr. Seuss have become a powerful modus operandi for the Town of Camp Verde Economic Development Director, Steve Ayers. Unless someone like you cares a whole awful lot, nothing is going to get better…it’s not… - The Lorax “That has been my motto since I accepted this position in 2013,” said Ayers. “This job wasn’t what I aspired to do, but when the previous economic director resigned, she approached me and suggested I apply. She felt I would be a good … [Read more...] about Promoting Camp Verde’s Economic Development, Recreation, Smart Growth
