Through generous funding from Mountain Sports Flagstaff and 1% for the Planet, Willow Bend offers guided Downtown Geology Tours. The 45 minute- 1 hour walking tours are based on local Flagstaff author, Marie Jackson’s Stone Landmark’s book. An exclusive and unique opportunity for the community to explore downtown like never before. The tour will cover ancient history of stones used to build downtown’s iconic buildings, including Moenkopi Sandstone, Pumiceous Dacite, Kaibab Limestone, and Malapais Basalt. In addition tours will highlight progression of architectural styles, discuss changing preferences for certain rock types, and provide an overview of historic events. Tours are highly recommended for visitors and residents alike.
Upcoming Tours
Please click the date to register. Tours open for registration one month before start date. All Tours will meet at 1pm at Mountain Sports.
Wednesday, April 20th
Wednesday, May 18
Sunday, June 5
Saturday, July 9
Saturday, August 20
Wednesday, September 7th (as part of Colorado River Days)
Wednesday, September 28 (as part of Festival of Science)
Wednesday, October 19
Wednesday, November 16
Wednesday, December 7
