Outdoors
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You weighed in: Readers respond to national park pass changes
We asked our newsletter readers how they feel about the Trump administration’s changes to national park fee-free days and annual passes. Here’s what they said.
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2026 national park passes have a new design: Trump’s face, not a park photo
Some of the National Park Service’s 2026 annual pass designs bear President Trump’s face, but a Tucson environmental group is suing to stop it.
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The 4 best areas to rent in Phoenix if you don’t have a car
Although Phoenix isn’t known for being a truly walkable city like New York City or San Francisco, these pockets of the Valley can be walkable.
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Ordinary Arizonans who performed extraordinary acts of kindness in 2025
Small acts of kindness can quickly turn extraordinary, as evidenced by these 13 stories of Arizonans doing good.
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7 low- & zero-waste shops in the Valley for sustainable holiday gifts
Explore simple, sustainable ways to reduce holiday waste and find eco-friendly, zero-waste gift options around Phoenix.
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Where you can go ice skating in Arizona this holiday season
Find out which Arizona ice skating rink you should visit this year to make your winter wonderland dreams come to life.
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Everything you need to know about living on Roosevelt Row
Keep reading to learn about the cost of rent, walkability, schools, safety, and more in the vibrant Roosevelt Row district.
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Shop, sip, and stroll through Arizona’s holiday markets
Discover Arizona’s best holiday markets of the season, from cozy small-town fairs to traditional European-style Christmas villages.
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This new book shows off photos from Arizona’s 90 ‘most pristine places’
The founder of Arizona Wilderness Brewing Co. just released a book of photos showing off the state’s 90 “most pristine places.”
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Easy to challenging, these are the 10 best hikes in Sedona
Fall and winter are perfect seasons for kicking up some red dirt. Here are 10 of the very best Sedona trails to get you started.
