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THIS LOCAL ARIZONA FESTIVAL HAS A PASSION FOR SUSTAINABILITY

October 17, 2018

[…] announce that for our upcoming event, attendees will have plenty of opportunities to reduce their bottled water footprint and more at Local First Arizona’s (LFA) fall festival. The 14th annual AZ Fall Fest is a free dog- and family-friendly celebration hosted at Margaret T. Hance Park in Phoenix, Arizona, on Saturday, November 3, from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Along […]

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CELEBRATE AZ WATER: 50th ANNIVERSARY OF THE COLORADO RIVER BASIN PROJECT ACT

October 2, 2018

On September 30, 1968, President Lyndon B. Johnson, signed into law the Colorado River Basin Project Act. Fifty years is a long time, especially to those who have lived that long, but to understand the impact of the Colorado River Basin Project Act, I actually think you need to look back even further to a story that began almost exactly …

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SMALL SPACE? TRY USING SMALL, DESERT-ADAPTED TREES

September 18, 2018

It is far too common to see trees that are entirely too large for the yards they occupy. When trees with mature canopies reaching 30 foot or greater (like Ficus or Chilean mesquite) are planted in tiny front or narrow side yards, the amount of pruning needed to keep the trees a manageable size is overwhelming. Not only is it …

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CELEBRATE AZ WATER: GOODYEAR BRINE WETLAND PROJECT YIELDS MULTIPLE BENEFITS

June 5, 2018

The City of Goodyear, Arizona owns and operates the largest reverse osmosis (R/O) system dedicated to producing drinking water within Arizona. This system generates 4.5 million gallons per day (MGD) of R/O water. The downside to being able to produce this clean source of drinking water is that it also generates nearly 1.0 MGD of brine that is chemically impacting …

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CELEBRATE AZ WATER WITH US AT KNOLL LAKE

September 27, 2016

[…] Mexico from 1712 to 1715. Nearby towns include Payson, Sedona, Show Low, Alpine and Pinetop-Lakeside. This photo by Megan M. is just one of over 1,000 entries 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 WITH US AT PATAGONIA LAKE

August 28, 2016

[…] hawks and endangered species. Take Hwy 82 south, 7 miles past the town of Patagonia. This photo by H. Dunn is just one 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: HASSAYAMPA RIVER PRESERVE – AN OASIS IN THE DESERT

May 29, 2017

[…] honored through 2017. To learn more about the Hassayampa River Preserve, please call the Preserve at (928) 684-2772, or visit www.maricopacountyparks.net. Looking for even more places to explore in Arizona? Celebrate AZ Water with us by visiting one of these other amazing destinations. From time to time, Water – Use It Wisely features guest bloggers who write about topics related to […]

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CELEBRATE AZ WATER: GROUNDWATER DOCUMENTARY A GUIDE TO SOLVING TODAY’S WATER CHALLENGES

March 13, 2018

The desert cities in Central Arizona have withstood 22 years of ongoing drought without imposing emergency conservation measures, such as those California ordered in 2015. Much of the credit goes to a groundbreaking piece of legislation called the Arizona Groundwater Management Act. The 37-year-old law is responsible for Arizona’s reputation as a leader in water management. The true story of …

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CELEBRATE AZ WATER WITH US AT SAGUARO LAKE

September 22, 2015

[…] and its dam serve to generate power, prevent flooding, house wildlife, and provide recreation all the while serving to store the desert’s most precious resource: water. Visit Saguaro Lake and celebrate Arizona’s water. Don’t forget your camera, as you are sure to see some spectacular sites! Celebrate Arizona Water is a concept developed by Water – Use It Wisely. It provides […]

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Celebrate AZ Water: The Business of Water, 2018 WRRC Annual Conference

February 23, 2018

No matter who you are or where you live, you are affected by the business of water. On Wednesday, March 28, 2018, The Business of Water will be front and center at the University of Arizona Water Resources Research Center’s (WRRC’s) Annual Conference, which will be held at the University of Arizona Student Union in Tucson, Arizona. Join us as …

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CELEBRATE AZ WATER WITH US AT LAKE POWELL

May 26, 2016

[…] the expansive red canyons that Mother Nature carved over many years with a powerful river, this area is worth preserving for generations to see. The photos featured are just a few of over 1,000 submittals for our Spring 2014 Celebrate AZ Water Photo Contest. Discover more water-worthy sites to visit across the state by checking out our Celebrate Arizona Water blogs. Lake Powell – Nathalie P.

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CELEBRATE AZ WATER: PLAN A DAY AT THE LAKE WITH SRP’S WATERSHED CONNECTION WEBSITE

December 15, 2017

Before you begin your next Arizona adventure check out WatershedConnection.com to see hydrology and weather data about your favorite outdoor places. Their new website provides near real-time data for stream flows, lake levels, boat ramp elevations, and other data to help you plan your next trip. “Anglers, boaters, and other outdoor enthusiasts have told us that the data is useful …

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