Coconino County Parks & Recreation Pine & Peaks Post | May 14, 2026 Edition

Pine & Peaks Post | May 14, 2026 Edition

This newsletter is your go-to source for everything Coconino County Parks & Recreation!

From exciting events to seasonal programs, we’ll keep you in the loop.

RECREATION PROGRAMS

Fun at the Fort Summer Camp

8 Weeks this Summer

Spots are filling quickly! Secure your child’s spot for an unforgettable summer now.

Several weeks still have availability and each week is a different theme.

Public Range Day

June 6

Join Flagstaff Archers, in partnership with Coconino County Parks and Recreation, at the archery range at Fort Tuthill County Park for a day of outdoor fun and skill-building!

This is a free event, pre-registration is required.

Watchable Wildlife

May 16

Join local wildlife experts at the Kachina Wetlands Preserve for this free bird viewing event. Provided in partnership with Arizona Watchable Wildlife Experience, a community partnership committed to connecting people with Arizona’s natural environment and promoting conservation.

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UPCOMING EVENTS

Opening Reception / Multicultural County Park Sculpture Exhibition

May 19, 2026 | 10:00 AM-11:00 AM

Join the City of Flagstaff and Coconino County for the opening of the 2026/27 Elizabeth “Liz” C. Archuleta Multicultural County Park Sculpture Exhibition. This special event features large-scale sculptures that highlight Indigenous and other diverse cultures. Artworks by Pamela Ambrosio, Anjola Ayodele, Robert L. Barnum, Nathaniel Trygg Patterson and

Joe Ray will spark appreciation, conversation, and connection. Sculptures will be at the park through April 2027.

Elizabeth “Liz” C. Archuleta County Park | 703 E Sawmill Rd, Flagstaff, AZ 86001

COMMISSION OPPORTUNITY

Join the Parks & Recreation Commission

We’re currently seeking passionate community members to join the Parks & Recreation Commission. Individuals with backgrounds in conservation, event planning, park management, tourism, or public service are encouraged to apply. The Commission meets monthly and recommends policy related to the development and operation of a well-balanced system of parks, programs, trails, and events.

COUNTY FAIR

Fair Book is now Online!

Join the Coconino County Fair community and enter an exhibit into this year’s Fair!

The 2026 online exhibit submission form is now available.

The Fair Book includes all the classes, prizes, judging criteria, schedule, and more for the Coconino County Fair, held at Fort Tuthill County Park over Labor Day Weekend,
September 4 – 7, 2026.

Sponsor the County Fair

Become a Part of Northern Arizona’s Biggest Celebration

Every Labor Day weekend, the Coconino County Fair!

Put your brand in front of 40,000+ fairgoers and millions of impressions across print, radio, digital, and social media, on banners at the fairgrounds, and across our website and social channels.

Sponsorships start at just $750.

REMINDER

Fort Tuthill County Park is going to be PACKED this weekend (May 15 – 17) due to Overland Expo West.

Access to the park will be very limited. Visitors may still use the trails, bike park, and disc golf course, but all ramadas and buildings are reserved for the event. We encourage you to check out some of our other amazing parks throughout Coconino County.