ARIZONA

Adventurers wanted: Explore Arizona with XAZ

Ginger Rough
The Republic | azcentral.com
XAZ membership is free and offers early access to events, special discounts on things to do, unique AZ swag and other benefits.

Adventure awaits.

Arizona. The Grand Canyon State. It’s home to cactus-covered deserts and snow-topped peaks. Vibrant cities and charming towns.

To the unfamiliar, its name invokes visions of cowboys and rattlesnakes, a land not for the faint of heart.

But we Arizonans know better.

Our state boasts lush pine forests that carpet its mountains and rivers and streams so plentiful they have nurtured residents from ancient civilizations to today’s suburbanites.

And even longtime residents who think they know Arizona by heart can still find hidden gems if they know where to look.

That’s where XAZ comes in. From urban excursions to outdoor expeditions, azcentral's new program helps you uncover, discover and explore the richness of Arizona.

Become a member for free, and you’ll receive a weekly newsletter with early access to VIP events, special discounts on things to do, 15% off unique AZ swag and other benefits.

Later in September, we’ll take our show on the road for a special Arizona Storytellers event at the Grand Canyon. The National Park Service is celebrating its centennial this year, and you’ll hear about life at one of the most-visited national parks in the country from rangers, scientists and azcentral staffers.

Sign up for free to become a member of the Explore Arizona program today and be sure to like us on Facebook or connect with us on Twitter or Instagram.

Where will your wanderlust take you?