Due to the slightly reduced danger of wildfire because of recent rains, effective Tuesday July 6, 2021 the Coconino National Forest around Sedona moved back into Stage II Fire Restrictions. Activities on the National Forest are again permitted. CLICK THIS LINK to read more about the impact of Stage II restrictions.   … [Read more...]

As part of the process to update the Yavapai County Comprehensive Plan, the County is accepting "Vision Statements" from both unincorporated communities and from organizations like Keep Sedona Beautiful. These documents reflect the concerns and priorities of county residents and will be taken into consideration as the County crafts its Plan. Vision Statements can address any or all … [Read more...]

KSB is happy to present the second in a series of events for its 2021 Native Plant Workshop. Learn how to grow your own organic plants with local expert Doug Copp on Thursday, May 27thfrom 6:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. Doug is an expert on organic gardening and will discuss soil, plant propagation, predator control, harvest, storage and season extension. He will give attendees his tips, … [Read more...]

On Wednesday July 14 at 5:00 p.m., geologist, river guide and author Wayne Ranney will speak about the state’s second grandest landform, the Mogollon Rim. To participate in this Zoom webinar, click on THIS LINK.  The password for the Zoom is 072021. The ever-popular Wayne Ranney talks about the Mogollon Rim, visible high above Sedona, for the KSB July Preserving the … [Read more...]

Please Note:  The ZOOM presentation by Dr. Robin Weeks scheduled for Thursday April 29 has been postponed until Thursday June 24, 2021 from 6:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. Due to circumstances beyond our control, Dr. Robin Weeks has postponed his workshop scheduled for April 29 to Thursday, June 24th from 6:00-7:00 p.m. In the place of Dr. Weeks’ lecture, KSB would like to offer a video of … [Read more...]

April has been designated Water Awareness Month in Arizona. As the weather heats up and our dry season begins, it’s a great time to think about how much water you’re using and how you can reduce use of our most precious resource. Practicing a low water-use lifestyle is a way each individual and business in Arizona can help ensure a long-term, sufficient water supply. You can make a … [Read more...]

KSB wants to know. We’re here to bring you relevant information that pertains to our mission of protecting and sustaining the unique scenic beauty and natural environment of the Greater Sedona Area. The newsletter is our way of regularly communicating to our members. The most recent issue was sent out a couple of weeks ago and posted to our website. You can access it here. In the past … [Read more...]

On Wednesday June 9 at 5:00 p.m., Nikki Cooley, Co-Manager, Institute for Tribal Environmental Professional’s (ITEP) Tribes & Climate Change Program will be the featured virtual presenter for KSB's monthly Preserving the Wonder™ Speaker Series. Her topic will be: Tribal/Indigenous Knowledge & Actions to Address the Climate Crisis. To participate in this Zoom webinar, … [Read more...]

Longtime friend, environmental champion, and outstanding communicator, Steve DeVol, passed away on February 26th of this year. Steve served KSB for years in a number of roles: he was Secretary (2006-2008), Executive Vice President (2009-2010), and he last served as KSB’s President. During his time as President, Steve was given the Norman McGee Award, named for KSB’s principal founder … [Read more...]

Climate change is real; it’s a global problem, with impact that is felt locally. Sedona and the Verde Valley are already experiencing the effects of climate change (increased flooding, more frequent and severe wildfires, and rising temperatures that strain water resources and bring on drought). As global greenhouse gas emissions continue to rise, these changes will increase over time … [Read more...]