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Northern Arizona in the SpringArizona Rocks with 21 Things to See & DoEdited by Madelyn Miller
Arizona Rocks in the exciting Northern Arizona towns of Page, Williams and Flagstaff. Travelers can enjoy museum browsing, active hikes in the historic towns or the spectacular country surrounding and connecting the communities. A tour of the area with overnight stays puts the Grand Canyon right in the middle of a very memorable vacation. Details are available on www.ArizonaRocks.com WILLIAMSEnjoy Spring in the Kaibab National Forest with it's lakes for fishing, trails for hiking, campgrounds, wildlife watching and enjoying the beautiful Ponderosa Pine Trees...It's nature at it's best. Make New Four-Footed Friends at the Grand Canyon Deer Farm Petting Zoo. They offer different varieties of deer, pygmy goats, llamas, monkey, and miniature donkeys, and peacocks. Great family fun!
Celebrate Rendezvous Days (Memorial Day Weekend) May 28-30th. Come celebrate the Williams' heritage. Activities include a black powder shoot, competitions, and 1800's crafts at Buckskinners Park.
FLAGSTAFFSay Goodbye to Snow at the Snow Celebration, March 10 at the Willow Bend Environmental Education Center, Sawmill Park,. Bring the family for some fun in the snow. Take a snow walk, learn about crystals and make snowflakes, too. Call for more info (928) 779-1745 Get Cultured at First Fridays Art Walk. The first Friday of each month, artists in the Flagstaff’s Historic Downtown keep their doors open late for this new Flagstaff tradition. Whether browsing or buying, you’ll enjoy the welcoming atmosphere and array of art. Go Fly a Kite. Soar into Spring at Foxglenn Park April 24. This community event features kite flying, kite making workshops, entertainment and vendors as well as benefiting the PR Scholarship Fund.
Start a Spring Garden. Learn how at the Healthy Gardening Fair, April 24, at The Arboretum in Flagstaff, on Woody Mountain Rd. Learn how to garden safely for optimum health benefits. The fair will have lectures, demonstrations and information booths on healthy gardening. Join the Flagstaff Community, April 4, at the Grand Canyon Youth 4th Annual Art Auction & River Runners Film Series Fundraiser at the historic The Orpheum Theater, 15 W. Aspen, 4pm-9pm, $5, call for times and more info at (928) 556-1580. A fun filled event featuring a silent auction of local art, live music and food as well as great films about the river. All ages are welcome. Get your Spring Read Signed at the 7th Annual Northern Arizona Book Festival, April 16-18, Downtown Flagstaff. Twenty acclaimed authors will come to Flagstaff for a three-day weekend of readings, panel discussions, workshops, and other literary events. 9:00 a.m.-9:00 p.m., $3 per event, some events are free, call (928) 774-9118 or visit www.flagstaffcentral.com/bookfest.
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Run for a Good Cause at the Relay for Life benefiting Cancer Research. May 22 and 23rd. Join in this community event at the Page High School Track. Dance for Spring at the Coppelia Ballet and Dances in the Desert. What better time than Spring to enjoy the beauty and grace of ballet? May 20 – 22 at the Cultural Arts Building.
For more information about travel in the Arizona Rocks
region of northern Arizona, visit
www.ArizonaRocks.com where you will find links to each community and an
information rich menu of accommodations, things-to-do, itineraries, weather,
guided tours, calendar of events and much, much more. call 1.800.842.7293
for Flagstaff information GREAT GUIDEBOOKSHidden Southwest ARIZONA ARIZONA ARIZONA & THE GRAND CANYON MOON HANDBOOKS ARIZONA BEST PLACES PHOENIX ART TREASURES AND MUSEUMS LET’S GO ADVENTURE GUIDE SOUTHWEST USA 2003 THE OLD WEST SHOPPING SECRETSArizona Resale Clothing Association is the most
successful group of resale clothing stores in America. Here are 20 fabulous
resale clothing shops for women, men, children and infants! A can't miss
site for Arizona bargain hunters!! BEST TOUR COMPANYDetours OF Arizona HELPFUL WEBSITES
www.ArizonaGuide.com Arizona Office of Tourism: Arizona Rocks Williams Sedona Chamber of Commerce Page Flagstaff Phoenix AirStar Helicopters Lake Powell Resorts & Marinas/ARAMARK Totem Pole Tours Grand Canyon Railway Rahelio Pueblo Grande Heard Museum Bondurant School of Driving Museum of Northern Arizona Pink Jeep Tours DON’T GO TO ARIZONA WITHOUTsunscreen MY FAVORITE BED AND BREAKFAST IN ARIZONA
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When is the best time to visit Arizona? I think almost
anytime is.
Ride The Grand Canyon Railway. Vintage train to
Grand Canyon. Relive the romance of the Old West aboard fully restored 1923
Harriman coaches. The historic 1908 depot includes a museum, steam
locomotive display, and a Wild West Show held daily. 
Find Your Inner Cowboy at Williams’ newest
attraction, the Old West Main Street Inn and Museum. Return to the 1890’s
with a street scene including a museum, saloon, and general store. 
“Cruise the Loop” on Historic Route 66. Spring is
the perfect time to take a scenic and historic drive though William’s
stretch of “the mother road” or go on two wheels and try the new biking
trails that retrace old route 66. 
Celebrate Spring at Opening Day at The Arboretum.
Welcome the arrival of spring by visiting the Arboretum on opening day. The
Arboretum is located on Woody Mountain Rd. Call for more info on this free
event at (928)774-1442
Smell
Spring Flowers! In the Flagstaff region Spring means wildflowers in the
multitude. Great for nature hikes or photography, Flagstaff’s
wildflowers are a Spring must see. Contact the Flagstaff Visitors Center at
(800) 842-7293 to find out when they are blooming!
Catch a Fish, or let the pros do it, at the
American Bass Tournament on May 15-16. Wahweap Marina is where the hunt
begins.
Take a Spring Hike. Hike Antelope Canyon or Canyon
X. Enjoy the spring weather as you hike the stunning canyons of Page.
Bring your camera and to try to capture the beauty of these natural wonders.
Learn to Wake Board. Spring means warm weather
means water sports in Page. Opportunities for all types of water
based-activities are available on Lake Powell. Boat rentals are available
for aquatic adventures.
Experience Navajo Culture at Navajo Village. See
native crafts and artwork from local artisans. Take an opportunity to
learn, experience, and gain a new perspective on Native American
culture. 
Have a Float. After all that activity in Northern
Arizona, It’s time for a rest!! Enjoy a float trip from Glen Canyon Dam to
Lee's Ferry, take in the sun, sandstone, and rocks, start thinking about
your next Northern Arizona Adventure!
Canyon Villa Bed & Breakfast Inn