All About Sedona Arizona by Southwest Inn at Sedona

Hiking in Sedona is one of the most popular activities for visitors and locals alike. Every year over a million people visit the Sedona area. Many of them come just for our virtually endless and gorgeous trail system. However many of these people come unprepared for the reality of hiking in the desert. Every year on average, dozens of people need rescuing by emergency services in the Sedona area. This year (2018) there have already been more than fifteen rescues. Don’t become part of that statistic. Here are four tips for making your hiking trip a success: Water: No matter how long of a hike you have planned, bring water . Bring enough water for each person hiking to have their own liter or two, even if you aren’t planning on being out for very long. Make sure young children (and easily distracted adults too) are drinking throughout the trip. Water: Yes, water is both tip one and two. Not only should you bring water on your adventure but you should also begin thinking about it

Safety is one of the most important things to consider when traveling. Of course, depending on the kind of trip, safety can mean a lot of different things. Safety in a big city might be traveling in groups and avoiding certain areas. In rural areas, safety concerns extend to wildlife, plant life, and even weather related issues. While no one would ever consider Sedona a big city, we are a combination of rural areas and town life. Sedona is a bustling locale, full of locals, tourists, and wanderers. Despite this eclectic mix, there is very little crime in the area. The Sedona Police Department is on patrol twenty four hours a day to insure the safety of everyone. In the words of Sedona Police Chief, David McGill: “Public confidence in the criminal justice system depends primarily on the trust that the people have in their police. Police officers are often the primary liaison between the public and the justice system.  This means that police officers must be accountable to the

-Some Firework Shows Have Been Canceled Due To Fire Danger- Independence Day is almost upon us. The heat in Sedona may be intense but that doesn’t mean that you can’t enjoy the day. Below are some lists of events held in Sedona and the surrounding area. No matter where you choose to celebrate this historic day, make sure you wear sunblock and bring plenty of water Sedona Wet Fest: The community pool will be hosting a family-focused event Enjoy lunch and music, a swimming pool and water slide fun all surrounded by the spectacular red rocks. This event is free of charge (food not included). The pool opens at 12 p.m. Just outside the pool gate, there will be food for sale and fun water games and toys meant to help you beat the heat. Regular pool rules will be enforced. There will be no chewing gum, alcohol, or beverages of any kind in the pool area. A swimsuit is required. Swimming in t-shirts or other articles of clothing is not allowed. There will be no rough housing of any kin