Pecos Conference
The Annual
Established 1927
2023
Conference Details
The 2023 Pecos Conference is hosted by
The Museum of Northern Arizona and the USDA Coconino National Forest
Information about the conference will be updated on this site regularly through August. If you have specific questions or need more information please contact Kim Spurr at info@pecosconference.org
Conference Dates
August 10 -13, 2023
Conference Location
The conference and camping area will be at the Coconino Hotshot Camp, 10 miles northwest of
Flagstaff, AZ on the Coconino National Forest. Many roads lead into Flagstaff but only one will take
you to the Pecos Conference.
On-Site Camping Info
Tent and RV camping will be available at the conference site at no additional fee. You can select this option when completing your online registration.
Unlike past years, dispersed camping is no longer allowed on Coconino National Forest lands adjacent to the conference area, per Superintendent’s Order 03-04-08-23-10. Forest law enforcement officers will be patrolling regularly and will issue citations for fines up to $5,000. You must camp in the designated conference camp area or outside the restricted area on the forest; forest travel and camping information is available at Coconino National Forest - Recreation (usda.gov).
2023 Preliminary Schedule
Thursday, August 10
ON-SITE CAMPING OPENS
1:00 pm
Tent and RV Campers may arrive and begin selecting sites.
THURSDAY NIGHT RECEPTION
5:30 to 7:00 pm
Opening reception at the Museum of Northern Arizona
3101 North Fort Valley Road (between downtown Flagstaff and the conference site). Pick up pre-registration packets or register for the conference. Please RSVP for the reception when you pre-register. The MNA exhibits and gift shop will remain open during the reception. Please use the north entrance to the MNA parking lot (at the Pecos Conference sign) to reduce traffic congestion.
Friday, August 11
TENTS OPEN
8:30 am - 5:00 pm
Presentations, Posters, Silent Auction, and Vendor Tents Open.
AFFINITY GROUPS
During Lunch Break
LGBTQ, Indigenous, and other affinity group meetups.
STAR PARTY
Around Dusk
Star Party with Arizona State University Astronomy Club.
Saturday, August 12
TENTS OPEN
8:30 am - 5:00 pm
Presentations, Posters, Silent Auction, and Vendor Tents Open.
BUSINESS MEETING
11:00 am
SATURDAY NIGHT DINNER
6:30 pm
Salsa Brava's famous fajita buffet. Tickets must be purchased in advance. You can add tickets to your registration and select meat or vegetarian at checkout.
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All-Natural Chicken Breast and Marinated Skirt Steak with Caramelized Onions
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Portobello Mushroom Fajitas/ Zucchini/ Tomatoes/ Bell Pepper Medley/ Onion/ Mild Green Chile/ Cilantro
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Spanish Roasted Corn Rice
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Hand Smashed Pinto Beans
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Corn Chips and Seasonal House Made Salsas
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Hand Stretched Flour and Corn Tortillas
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Fajita Toppings
SATURDAY NIGHT BAND
8:00 pm
Music by Andy See and His Swinging Jamboree on Saturday night are provided for conference attendees. If you wish to bring non-registered guests, indicate how many extra people will attend at $10 each.
Sunday, August 13
FIELD TRIPS
Field trip sign-up will be at the conference Registration table. A list of field trips will be posted prior to the conference.
Silent Auction
One Archaeologists' Junk,
Another Archaeologists' Treasure
Support our event and the Cordell Powers Scholarship by donating your new and pre-cherished treasures for an always exciting silent auction, which takes place during the event. The most popular auction items include art, mineral specimens, jewelry, pottery, textiles, gift certificates, books, y mas.
Souvenirs
Hats, Shirts, and Water Bottles
The hats are one-size-fits-most and are available in a green khaki. The Shirts are available in long-sleeve and short-sleeve in a tan "sand" color. The logos will be embroidered on both the hats and shirts. The water bottles are orange and made out of aluminum.
