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Plant of the Month: In Celebration of Trees for Arbor Day

April 10, 2018

All about Arbor Day April 27 is designated as National Arbor Day, a holiday set aside to celebrate the significant role trees play in our lives and our environment. It is also a day to promote the planting and care of trees. The founder, J. Sterling Morton, had the idea of setting aside a special day for tree planting. As […]

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Thanks to our Water Heroes

September 22, 2020

[…] not exist. That is why Water Use It Wisely is pleased to take part in the statewide campaign – Thank a Water Worker Day, on September 23. This inaugural event celebrates all essential water workers across the State and honors the employees who provide our most valuable asset – water. This collaborative event is intended to build public awareness about […]

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CELEBRATE AZ WATER | BOULDER CREEK

March 30, 2017

This article originally appeared on March 20, 2013 at WildernessDave.com and was reprinted with permission. The photo at the end of this blog by David C. was the winner of our Spring 2014 Celebrate AZ Water Photo Contest from over 1,000 entries. The contest provided a stunning opportunity to celebrate the importance and wonder of water in Arizona and to reflect […]

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WHAT DO YOU KNOW ABOUT H2O?

September 18, 2019

[…] that we talked about earlier provide many opportunities for recreation—fishing, boating, swimming, picnicking, camping, bird watching, and more. Wakeboarding on Bartlett Lake. Photo by Rick L. from our 2014 Spring Celebrate AZ Water Photo Contest.   We can’t live without water, so conservation and learning how to make our homes more water-efficient are also important parts of knowing about water. Remember […]

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IT’S ARBOR DAY!

April 29, 2016

April is dedicated to earthly celebrations and awareness events, such as Water Awareness Month (in Arizona), Arbor Day, and Earth Day. National Arbor Day is celebrated on the last Friday in April. However, many states observe Arbor Day on different dates to coincide with the most favorable local tree planting times. This year National Arbor Day is April 29. The first […]

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CELEBRATE AZ WATER WITH US AT LAKE HAVASU

November 28, 2017

[…] check out our complete list of blogs on Celebrating AZ Water.    Holly M. and Michelle S. submitted their photos, just two of over 1,000 submittals, for our Spring 2014 Celebrate AZ Water Photo Contest. It provided a stunning opportunity to celebrate the importance and wonder of water in Arizona and to reflect on one of our region’s most precious resources. […]

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Celebrate AZ Water: Outdoor Recreation Along Arizona’s Waterways is a $13.5 Billion Industry

June 25, 2019

[…] Lake Riparian Preserve at Water Ranch Roosevelt Lake Salt River Slide Rock State Park Tempe Town Lake Tres Rios Wetlands Verde River And be sure to check out our other Celebrate AZ Water articles. This article originally appeared on April 11, 2019, and is being reprinted with permission. Water – Use It Wisely is pleased to feature guest bloggers who write […]

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CELEBRATE AZ WATER WITH US AT ROOSEVELT LAKE

September 30, 2017

[…] the lake a lot faster. No matter which path you plan to take, your desert oasis awaits! Looking for other places to explore in Arizona? Check out our complete list of Celebrate AZ Water articles to choose your next destination! This photo by Tamara C. is just one of over 1,000 submittals for our Spring 2014 Celebrate AZ Water Photo Contest. It […]

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CELEBRATE AZ WATER AT PUMPHOUSE COUNTY NATURAL AREA

July 17, 2018

If you’re looking to Celebrate AZ Water in cooler temperatures, there is a fascinating area located in Kachina Village approximately nine miles south of Flagstaff in Northern Arizona. What is the Pumphouse County Natural Area? Pumphouse County Natural Area encompasses 125 acres and includes a spring-fed wetland and one of the rarest wildlife habitats in Arizona. This area forms the headwaters […]

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Arizona Water Pioneers – Part 1 | Jack Swilling

April 30, 2019

[…] and incredible fortitude. If you’re interested in more history about the Salt River Valley, check out these blogs: History of Water in the Valley: Becoming One of the First Five Celebrate AZ Water – 100 Years Strong: SRP and Reclamation Partnership Helped Shape the West Celebrate AZ Water – Arizona Falls Showcases Art, History, and Technology Water – Use It Wisely […]

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CELEBRATE AZ WATER: ALAMO LAKE

August 25, 2017

We want you to Celebrate AZ Water at Alamo Lake. Some people say that Alamo Lake State Park is the “best kept secret” of the Arizona State Parks system. From the pictures that we have included here, which were part of Water – Use It Wisely’s 2013 Celebrate AZ Water Photo Contest, we think it looks pretty special, too. History of […]

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Wild Burros, possibly descended from burros brought to Alamo Lake by Spanish explorers

Celebrate AZ Water: Wetlands – The Buffer Zone Between Life and Loss

March 26, 2019

[…] you think of to help protect riparian areas in our state? Share your ideas on Twitter at #wetlands and #saveourwetlands. Looking for more adventures? Check out the rest of our Celebrate AZ Water articles. Water – Use It Wisely is proud to feature guest bloggers who write about topics related to water and water conservation. The author of this blog post, […]

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