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Holiday activity advisory from Coronado National Forest officials

Submitted by Elizabeth Walton, Community Web Producer

Thursday, May 23rd, 2013, 11:28am

Holiday activity advisory from Coronado National Forest officials

Large numbers of visitors are expected this Memorial Day weekend to the Coronado National Forest’s most popular campgrounds and picnic areas.

Officials with the Coronado National Forest are offering the following tips for a fun and safe holiday or any other weekend visit:

Campfires, Smoking and Fireworks. Due to increased fire danger, the

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AZ State Braille and Talking Book Library coming to Sierra Vista

Submitted by City of Sierra Vista, Tina Moore, Public Information Office

Wednesday, May 22nd, 2013, 12:04pm

AZ State Braille and Talking Book Library coming to Sierra Vista

The Sierra Vista Public Library will be hosting a representative from the Arizona State Braille and Talking Book Library on June 4, from 1 p.m. to 2 p.m. During the

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Bureau of Land Management begins fire restrictions

Submitted by Elizabeth Walton, Community Web Producer

Tuesday, May 21st, 2013, 1:07pm

Bureau of Land Management begins fire restrictions

Effective Wednesday, May 22, the Gila District of the Bureau of Land Management, to include all districts of Coronado National Forest, Saguaro National Park, Coronado National Memorial, Chiricahua National Monument, Fort Bowie National Historic Site, Tumacacori National Historical Park, and the Arizona State Forestry Division will implement campfire and smoking restrictions in southeastern Arizona.

Starting May 22 and until the order is rescinded the following are prohibited:

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AZ State Parks looking for more park rangers

Submitted by Elizabeth Walton, Community Web Producer

Tuesday, May 21st, 2013, 5:49am

AZ State Parks looking for more park rangers

Arizona State Parks are gearing up to hire the most talented people for employment opportunities as a Park Ranger, Park Manager, or Park Ranger Specialist in all 27 State Parks and Natural Areas. Law enforcement officers and veterans are welcome to apply!

Some of the duties a park ranger may perform include serving as an

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Fire restrictions announced for BLM in western AZ

Submitted by Elizabeth Walton, Community Web Producer

Monday, May 20th, 2013, 10:30am

Fire restrictions announced for BLM in western AZ

More than 2.5 million acres of the Colorado River District of the Bureau of Land Management has been placed under fire restrictions. This is done in order to protect the public, natural resources, and reduce the risks of wildfires. The restriction applies to land in western Arizona and southeastern California along the Colorado River.

These restrictions will become effective

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Be a 'local tourist' in the San Pedro Valley

Submitted by City of Sierra Vista, Tina Moore, Public Information Office

Monday, May 13th, 2013, 11:11am

Be a 'local tourist' in the San Pedro Valley

How much do you know about the history of our area? Take the opportunity to learn about the boom towns along the San Pedro, why they sprang up and why they went bust.

Monthly, the docents of the Friends of the San Pedro River host guided history walks, targeting different locations and historical interest sites. On Saturday, May 18, join them for a

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