Protect the Northern Arizona Desert

Arizona and the Southwest in general is the site of many national parks, monuments and recreational areas. Due to these natural attractions, it is important that visitors understand the need to preserve and protect these national wonders while still enjoying their remote and uncluttered atmosphere.

A common sense approach to respecting nature is the best guideline for enjoying the natural beauty of the Sedona area in Arizona. Hiking on established trails is a sensible choice, not a dictatorial decree. One of the most frightening things can be to lose ones way in an unforgiving environment such as the Arizona desert can rapidly become.

Preserving the natural habitat of the plants and animals that give this area its character and balance only makes sense. Keeping the forests clean and natural promises that future generations will enjoy the same pristine beauty that exists today.

Safety precautions also make sense, for the desert can change quickly sometimes creating the need for extra water, warm clothing and first aide supplies.

So enjoy the wonders of the world of the Sedona/Grand Canyon area and take care to be safe and save the beauty and pleasure for the next to tread lightly in this wonderland of nature.