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News • Grand Canyon • Arizona • United States • 2013-04-07

Sedona - Media Release: April 2013

What\'s New in Sedona?

Over 170 miles of Trail Open for Mountain Bikers in Sedona

Jennifer Burns, Recreation Staff Officer for the Red Rock Ranger District says \"the District has added over 45 miles of trail to the official forest system in the past 3 years, all open to mountain biking. This makes over 170 miles of Forest trails open to bikes on the District. Among the trails added in the last couple of years are Hilline, Adobe Jack, Mescal, Chuckwagon and Aerie trails. In addition the recently built Dry Creek Trailhead and Vista and the Adobe Jack Trailhead on 89A offer great access to trails for mountain bikers (and hikers).\" View the full press release

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2013/2014 Experience Sedona Guide

Want to know where to eat? Where to shop? Where to stay? Curious about special events? Sedona\'s unique history? Or would you like to view a map of our most famous hiking trails? Receive all the information you need from our Experience Sedona Guide. You can order our glossy, magazine-style Experience Sedona Guide, or view the guide online for free! You can order our glossy, magazine-style Experience Sedona Guide, or view the guide online for free! Click here for more information or call 800-288-7336.

Top 10 Best Small Towns in the USA

Sedona, Arizona is one of the remarkable towns listed by Fodor\'s on the \"10 Best Small Towns in America\". Surrounded by stunning red rock formations and an abundance of activities for people of all ages and interests.

Read the entire press release here.

fodors.com/news/best-small-towns-in-usa-6591.html

7 Best Small Towns to Visit in 2013

\"This small desert city in Arizona is known for its colorful landscapes and frequently hot weather. The area also features incredible rock formations such as Cathedral Rock and Devil\'s Bridge. The community has also become a haven for artists in recent years. Sedona additionally hosts several music festivals throughout the year.\"

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L\'Auberge de Sedona: 7 Best Spa Retreats

\"Sedona is known for its spas, and this award-winning one-located at one of the most beautiful (and romantic) hotels in town-is taking things to the next level with a slew of developments that have rolled out over the last year. Guests can now enjoy service using more organic and natural product lines, locally-themed treatments like the Auberge Stretch (a massage specially-designed to target post-hike muscles), and a new spa menu serving things like salmon \"BLTs\" and homemade taro root chips.\"

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Outdoor and Adventure

Sedona is situated in a unique geological area that has mesmerized visitors, filmmakers and travel writers for decades. The picturesque city is surrounded by beloved red-rock monoliths named Coffeepot, Cathedral, Steamboat, Bell and Snoopy, which offer breathtaking views and adventurous avenues for thrill seekers. It\'s no wonder visitors from around the globe travel to Sedona year round.

Don\'t be afraid to venture into Sedona

red rock outback....

It is human nature to want to conquer Mother Nature. For those who are more content to surmount the world than just see it, Red Rock Country offers much more than just a simple walk in its many State Parks.

Adrenaline junkies can find jolts in a variety of forums, from riding endless miles of famed slick and steep mountain-biking trails or the scenic route along SR 179 in the designated bike-friendly community.

Try kayaking in the cool waters of the Verde River, try canyoneering, or climb one of the area\'s more than 20 red-rock spires.

Feel your pulse quicken as you enjoy the scenery from the back of a motorcycle or All-Terrain Vehicle.

Local companies offer a variety of entertaining ways to experience Red Rock Country- in Jeeps, airplanes, helicopters, hot-air balloons, dune buggies, even scenic railroads.

Events in Sedona

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April 20: Dancing in the Moonlight Benefits Verde Valley Sanctuary

The Verde Valley Sanctuary, a shelter for victims of family violence, will host its largest fundraiser of the year, Dancing in the Moonlight, on April 20 at 5:00 pm. The event takes place at Sky Ranch Lodge on Airport Mesa and includes drinks, dinner, an auction and dancing to the Latin rhythms of Cuban-American singer Mercy. Tickets are $100. VerdeValleySanctuary.org.

April 26-28: Sedona Artists Hold 10th Annual Open Studios Tour

Artists will welcome the public into their studios Friday thru Sunday, April 26 - 28. SVAC artists are from all over the Verde Valley working in the mediums of photography, jewelry, ceramics, painting and sculpture, to name just a few. Visitors will see artists at work in their studios as well as art pieces at various stages of completion during the tour. SedonaArtistsCoalition.org

May 3 & June 7: 1st Friday Gallery Tour

Named the #7 Small Town Art Destination in 2012 by American Style Magazine, the Sedona Gallery Association represents the collaborative efforts of the premiere galleries in Sedona. Voted the favorite local event by the readers of Kudos, their 1st Friday Gallery Tour takes place from 5:00 - 8:00 pm. SedonaGalleryAssociation.com

May 4: Cinco de Mayo Celebration at Tlaquepaque

Immerse yourself in a colorful Fiesta saluting a rich heritage on Saturday, May 4 at Tlaquepaque. Enjoy the festivities while cheering and whistling to the music of mariachi musicians, clapping to the steps of Folklorico dancers and savoring traditional Mexican foods at Tlaquepaque\'s famed El Rincon Restaurante. 928-282-4838 Tlaq.com.

May 18-19: Bike MS: Ride the Vortex

Sedona Verde Valley - The premier bike ride in Arizona and part of the country\'s largest national cycling series supported by the National MS Society. The largest two-day, fully-catered cycling event in Arizona and a fundraiser for the Arizona Chapter. 480-455-3960 BikeMSarizona.org

May 24-26: Sedona Film School Festival

Enjoy two full days of independent short films, a special feature presentation and the Career and Gear Fair on Friday night. 928-649-4284 SedonaFilmSchool.com

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