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Coconino County Parks & Recreation December Update

by Community Contributor • December 5, 2022 • Comments Off

CONNECTING PEOPLE, CULTURES, & COMMUNITIES

December 2022

Happy Holidays from Coconino County Parks & Recreation

Wishing you and yours a happy holiday season!

Flagstaff Snow Park

Winter is coming and we know that means winter recreation! Coconino County Parks and Recreation supports safe and fun winter snow play.

For information about the Flagstaff Snow Park, visit www.flagstaffsnowpark.com. Reservations are required and tickets may be purchased on their website.

Coconino County Winter Parking Ordinance Amendment

The Coconino County Winter Parking Ordinance Amendment, which the Coconino County Board of Supervisors unanimously approved on November 15th, will go into effect on December 15th. The amendment allows the Sherriff’s office to enforce violations and clarifies that the registered vehicle owner is the responsible party in a violation of the ordinance. This amendment applies to County roads and rights of way, including those related to Coconino County parks and natural areas. Fort Tuthill County Park is a popular snow play destination. Visitors may attend the Snow Park, or enjoy snow recreation at Fort Tuthill, such as snowshoeing or making snowmen. Visitors should be aware that the Parking Ordinance applies to Fort Tuthill roads, as well, and that safe parking for snow play should be in designated parking areas. Read more about the Winter Parking Ordinance Amendment here. For more information on Winter Recreation, please visit.

Coconino County welcomes winter snow play, and encourages safe, responsible recreation!

Winter Snow Play Map

Discover Flagstaff has released their Winter Snow Play Map, which contains snow play locations, updates, and information on having a safe, fun, responsible winter! Click here for a PDF copy of the map!

For up-to-date winter snow play information, call the hotline at 1-844-256-SNOW!

We Are Hiring!

Coconino County Parks and Recreation is hiring for a Parks and Recreation Trades Supervisor (Facilities) – Parks and Recreation (1122) position. This job will perform work of moderate difficulty in planning and supervising assigned functions in the operation, maintenance and construction of county facilities; and perform related work as assigned.

For information on essential functioning, qualifications, salary range, and more, visit this link. This is an exciting opportunity to join the Parks and Recreation team!

Be sure to apply by December 16th, 2022!

Pond at Elizabeth “Liz” C. Archuleta County Park Completed

Thanks to funding from the Arizona Game and Fish Heritage Grant, Coconino County Parks and Recreation has been able to complete the pond at Elizabeth “Liz” C. Archuleta County Park. The pond was originally small, difficult to access, and filled with algae. Thanks to the grant and good work from Parks and Recreation staff, the pond has been enlarged, has a viewing platform, and has a waterfall and UV system to prevent algae buildup. The pond is an important educational tool, wildlife watching site, and provides a mini-ecosystem to wildlife big and small! Read more about the pond here, and plan your visit to see the pond and other amenities at the park!

Memories of 2022

Do you have a favorite photo from Coconino County Parks and Recreation? We would love to see your photos and feature them in our newsletter and social media! Photos may be from the Coconino County Fair, a program, an event, a wildlife sighting, or the scenery from a trail or park. If you would like to share your 2022 Coconino County Parks and Recreation memories, please email parksandrecreation@coconino.az.gov.