Via magazine | Nov+Dec 2022 | AAA

NOVEMBER+DECEMBER 2022

Must-see mountain towns

A weekend in South Wyoming

An EV buyer’s guide ®

Dark sky destinations

Stargazing spots and space centers in the West

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‘Tis the

Season for Science

Celebrate the season with falling snow, festive activities, and more!

Will a plug-in hybrid fit your lifestyle, or should you go fully electric? Find out on page 34.

Observe far-off galaxies at these space centers and night sky–protected areas.

To Our Members

Looking forward to 2023 and the initiatives we have in store.

44 Where in the West

Discover quiet trails and snowdusted plateaus when visiting this national park in the winter.

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Shop local this season, and save energy while getting cozy.

On the Road

Your favorite mountain towns. Plus, a drive through Utah’s Heber Valley, exploring Picacho Peak State Park in Ariz., and a weekend in Carbon County, Wyo. 40 Annual Meeting Notice

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Spot the Milky Way and more at Lowell Observatory in Flagsta , Ariz., one of the oldest observatories in the U.S. Page 28.

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As we close out 2022, we’re reflecting on a year spent gratefully serving our Members. In addition to making improvements to our existing products and services—guided by feedback we’ve received from you—we’re also seeing many of our new initiatives turn the corner toward becoming reality as we look ahead to 2023.

For example, there’s our role in helping AAA Members adapt to being electric-vehicle drivers. Our research has shown a growing enthusiasm among Members for EVs, especially as states develop more emission controls on gas-powered cars and encourage the manufacturing of EVs and plug-in hybrid vehicles. We’ve partnered with the fast-charging station network EVgo to offer an exclusive Member discount; we recently launched two brand-new AAA mobile EV battery charging vans; plus we’ve equipped half a dozen of our existing battery service trucks with EV recharging capabilities. Be sure to check out our EV Buyer’s Guide on page 34 of this issue.

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Shop from local artists, plan next year’s travels, and ready your car for the season, as you close out the year.

Plan a national park trip. If you’re already daydreaming about next summer’s vacation, you can’t go wrong with a national park. Many popular parks in the West require visitors to prebook entry, permits, or campsites. Go to nps.gov to learn more and plan your visit.

Get your Real ID. As the Real ID deadline arrives, it’s time to make sure you have one. Starting May 3, 2023, you will need a Real ID or another acceptable form of identification, such as a passport, to board a commercial flight. Contact your local Department of Motor Vehicles, Department of Transportation, Division of Motor Vehicles, or Motor Vehicle Division to apply.

Find a holiday craft fair. Hit pause on online shopping and go local this year. Each winter, holiday mar-

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Winterize your car. Check your windshield wipers, tires, and fluids, or leave it to the pros at any of the AAA-Owned & Operated Repair Centers, where Members save 10 percent on labor and more. Read more tips at AAA.com/ winterprep

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Nevada’s Great Basin National Park with Wheeler Peak in the distance.

How to save energy during the holidays

Deck the halls and heat your home without a staggering bill.

The holiday season is full of wonder and excitement, but this year inflation and the rising cost of heating are putting a damper on some of the merriment. The average household is expected to pay more than $1,200 to heat their home this winter season, and those that heat with natural gas may see their costs rise by a third, according to the National Energy Assistance Directors Association. The good news is that you don’t have to go full-on Grinch to save. Here are a few ideas for reducing energy costs while achieving maximum coziness and cheer.

Refresh your decorations

If you haven’t already done so, replace all incandescent lights with LEDs, which use 70 percent less electricity while shining brighter and lasting longer. Mini incandescent

string lights can add up to $115 to your monthly electricity bill, while an LED strand will only add $20 or less, according to Pacific Gas and Electric. Opt for solar-powered decorations or, better yet, reduce holiday waste by using natural materials and items that don’t plug in. Skip the inflatables, which only work when an electric fan is operating to keep them upright. If you must have a blow-up snowman, set it up to automatically turn on and off with your holiday lights.

Up your thermostat’s IQ

Your thermostat is one of the most powerful tools to help shrink your heating bill. Programmable thermostats let you create a climate-control schedule customized to your needs. When used properly, they take $180 off the average household’s yearly energy bill, according to the Energy

LED lighbulbs use 70 percent less electricity than incandescent bulbs.

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Star program. Even better, smart thermostats detect when you’re away and automatically lower your home’s temperature to reduce energy use. They also allow you to make changes from your phone or tablet.

Automate your lights

From glowing trees to illuminated front yard displays, let your lights lead the way. Mechanical outlet timers, smart outlets, and smart power strips let you set up your lights for maximum jubilation and energy savings. Schedule your twinklers to come on after sunset, when people are most likely to behold them, and turn off at bedtime.

Plug an LED light into a smart outlet and program it to come on at sunset and turn off at bedtime to make it look like you’re home without having to leave a light on 24/7.

Set your home to vacation mode

Before leaving home for your winter travels, unplug electronics that draw vampire energy (especially the TV

and cable box), set your water heater to low or vacation mode, turn off as many appliances as possible, and lower your thermostat to 55 degrees. It’s a myth that your furnace will need to work harder to warm up the home to a comfortable temperature again when you return, and thus result in little energy savings. The truth is that the longer your home remains closer to the outdoor temperature, the more you’ll save.

Embrace the ugly sweater

When it comes to staying cozy, turn

down your heater when guests arrive (having more people in your space will quickly raise the temperature) or when the oven’s on to lower your bill without letting in the chill. And remember: You don’t have to heat the whole house to heat yourself. Put on a thick sweater and add warm layers to beds, including heated blankets.

Optimize your cooking

“Strike while the iron’s hot,” says Ron Shimek, the president of Mr. Appliance. It’s part of a community of home-service experts called Neighborly. “Look at your recipes to figure out which dishes you can bake together or one after the other. That way, the oven is already preheated.” When you’re done cooking, crack open the oven to help warm up your space. If you’re only making or heating a small amount, consider using a toaster oven, multicooker, or microwave instead. AVITALANDREWS

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On the Road

“Truckee, Calif., has a small historic street with local shops right across from the train station. It’s a great place to be if you love the outdoors and activities such as skiing, hiking, boating, and simply enjoying being among the trees.”

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MEMBERS’ FAVORITES

Mountain towns

↘ There’s so much more than skiing in these alpine retreats.

“My favorite mountain town is Graeagle, Calif., a former mill town from the 1920s that has maintained its Norman Rockwell charm. The location has just enough snowfall to make it a winter wonderland without the burden of having to dig out your car. It’s within an hour of Tahoe, but has a laid-back lifestyle without the crowds and traffic. Plus the hiking is spectacular with the Pacific Crest Trail crossing through the area.”

BILLMEAGHER

“I’ve had the fortune of living in the Sierra Nevada mountains, and if I had to pick a favorite it would be Mammoth Lakes, Calif. The town has great skiing, but it’s also a yearround adventure area.”

DAVIDBURCKHARD

“My favorite mountain town in the West is Mariposa, Calif. It has the oldest-running courthouse in California, active since 1854. Although small in size, Mariposa has several restaurants, breweries, and shops. The close proximity to Yosemite and other outdoor activities makes this place a good location to visit.”

DAVIDLEWIS

“Absolutely, the best has to be Boulder, Utah. Enjoy five-star dining at Hell’s Backbone Grill. Find endless outdoor recreation at Capitol Reef National Park, Grand Staircase-Escalante National Monument, and Boulder Mountain. Stay in welcoming accommodations at Boulder Mountain Lodge or Boulder Mountain Guest Ranch. It’s heaven on earth!”

JANHARRISSMITH

“Telluride, Colo.,has the beauty and grandeur of the mountains as well as a small town that has proudly maintained its history.”

GREGFITCHET

“Our favorite is McCloud, Calif The ski park in Mt. Shasta is close by, as well as waterfalls along the McCloud River. Stay at the McCloud Hotel, where you can walk to tasty eateries and local shops.”

MICHELLEROBBEN

“There’s something for everyone in Philipsburg, Mont : Great places to eat, a nice brewery, and fun shopping. Nearby, there is downhill skiing, cross-country skiing trails, summer concerts in the park, and of course beautiful scenery.” KAROLFETHERSTON

“I always find something new to do in Placerville, Calif. The town is full of history, and there are several awesome museums to visit: Fountain & Tallman Museum and El Dorado County Historical Museum, for example. Gold Bug Park is a fun place to play; plus it’s a real mining site from the Gold Rush days.” JOHNNIEBEAN

“Hard to decide, but there are two that I like best. The first is Tahoe City, Calif ,a cute town set right on the north shore of Lake Tahoe, and Truckee, Calif., with its pretty holiday decorations.” TERRIMILLER

“My wife and I love the old western Victorian vibe of Virginia City, Nev., especially in the winter when the snow is falling.”

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NEXT QUESTION

What’s your favorite romantic restaurant in the West, and why? Email us at otr@viamagazine.com. You may be quoted in a future issue.

ON THE ROAD

Heber Valley, Utah

Get your adrenaline roaring then soak up the arts on this trip through Utah’s Wasatch Range.

● Most people flock to Park City in the winter months for skiing. If an afternoon of carving isn’t on your list, sample Utah Olympic Park’s Comet Bobsled Ride, which swoops down the same track used at the 2002 Winter Olympics. Or, ride on a dogsled with Destination Sports & Adventures, where teams of huskies pull you through a snowy wonderland. For quieter activities, head to Main Street. Pick up Western gear at Burns Cowboy Shop before browsing the art galleries. For hearty fare, try Handle’s fried chicken.

● Heber City is known for the Heber Valley Railroad, founded in 1899 to carry livestock and passengers. Today, the line takes travelers past mountains and over rivers on themed rides. Visit mid-November through December to experience the North Pole Express, where children can visit with Santa and take home a souvenir bell from the reindeers’ sleigh. After a day on the rails, find sustenance at the Lakehouse at Deer Creek, a restaurant that re-envisions heritage Utah cuisine in dishes such as bison meatloaf. Indulge a sweet tooth at Spin Cafe with house-made gelato.

● Midway is perhaps most famous for the Utah Crater, a limestone cavern

hiding a mineral spring with a yearround temperature of 95°F. Try yoga on a stand-up paddleboard or test your limits with an instructor-led scuba dive.

If speed is more your style, hit the slopes at Soldier Hollow in Wasatch Mountain State Park. The 1,200 feet of snow-tubing routes are easy to access thanks to a line that hauls everyone back to the top after each run. When hunger hits, drop into the family-owned Midway Mercantile for pescatarian-focused dishes.

● Sundance Mountain Resort was founded in 1969 by actor and filmmaker Robert Redford with the

dream of creating a community devoted to art and nature. Not only does the resort host some events of the famed film festival, it is one of the top ski resorts in the country.

The real thrill here is the nearly 3,800-foot zip line. Race down the peaks at speeds up to 65 mph while taking in views of Mount Timpanogos and the resort property. After, get revitalized at the spa, then wind down for the day at Owl Bar, where you can belly up to the coppertop bar rumored to have been frequented by Butch Cassidy’s Wild Bunch Gang, the inspiration for the 1969 movie Butch Cassidy and the Sundance Kid, starring Mr. Redford himself. SOPHIABENNETT

Enjoy the ride on Soldier Hollow tubing routes. BOTTOM, LEFT TO RIGHT: Warm up in Utah Crater’s hot spring. Panko-crusted Alaskan halibut at the Midway Mercantile.

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ON THE ROAD

Picacho Peak State Park, Arizona

↘ Unexpected history and epic hikes await at this famous landmark.

Jutting up from the desert like a wonky witch hat, Picacho Peak is so eye-catching it has been a navigational marker since prehistoric times. Today, when the 1,500-foot mountain comes into view, you know you’re more than halfway to the Old Pueblo.

Despite its intriguing distinctiveness, most travelers blast by the landmark at 75 mph. But those who explore 3,747-acre Picacho Peak State Park will find history, hikes, and expansive views of the Mesilla Valley.

The most thrilling way to meet the peak is by hiking the four-mile round-trip Hunter Trail In 1932, the Civilian Conservation Corps (CCC) carved the Hunter Trail to the top of Picacho Peak, where it built a 40-foot-tall light beacon to help aircraft navigate amid the landscape’s protrusions. The CCC also placed the steel cables that still line the trail. On parts of the trek, you’ll use those cables to haul yourself up boulders, allowing for jaw-dropping views of saguaro forests.

For a more gentle exploration, saunter the first two miles of Sunset Vista Trail or one of the three roughly half-mile paths, including the Nature Trail, dotted with interpretive signs, and the Children’s Trail, which leads to a mountainside cave. On any of the paths, keep an eye out for jackrabbits and coyotes. Birders can pick up a guide at the visitor center to help identify the park’s abundant resident and migratory avian species.

As you hike, you can ponder the people who’ve seen these views

throughout history. From about 750 to 1450, Picacho Peak was home to the Ancestral Sonoran Desert People who lived throughout the region. In the Picacho Mountains, they created more than 4,000 petroglyphs— snakes, swirls, people, and other symbols that can still be seen today.

Visitors can learn more about this culture at the Casa Grande Ruins National Monument in Coolidge, about half an hour north of Picacho Peak. The nation’s first archaeological preserve protects what remains of Casa Grande, a four-story adobe structure, built around 1350 and considered sacred by the descendants of the Ancestral Sonoran Desert People.

For those extending their stay, Picacho Peak State Park offers camping options with electricity and Wi-Fi. If you have children or animal lovers in tow, take a side trip to Rooster Cogburn Ostrich Ranch, where visitors can feed ostriches, kiss Boer goats, nuzzle miniature donkeys, and become a human perch for rainbow lorikeets. KERIDWENCORNELIUS

DAY IN THE PARK

Head to the peak on Hunter Trail. RIGHT, TOP TO BOTTOM: Discover ancient culture at Casa Grande Ruins. Feed the fastest flightless birds on earth at Rooster Cogburn Ostrich Ranch.

As Santa and his reindeer joyously fly into the night, the Wonderland Express slowly chug, chug, chugs its way ‘round and ‘round the peaceful little village nestled amongst the snow-kissed evergreen boughs. Now, inspired by Thomas Kinkade, the “ Wonderland Express Christmas Tree” Masterpiece Edition captures this wondrous night in a very special collectible available exclusively from Hawthorne Village. Featuring four levels of rotating movement—including Santa and his sleigh—you’ll watch as the Wonderland Express “climbs” ever higher up the tree. With 12 brilliantly illuminated buildings and over 30 figurines, this meticulously handcrafted, hand- painted masterwork lavished with a blanket of glitter-touched snow—and playing a medley of beloved holiday carols—is certain to be the ever-so-perfect addition to your holiday decorating.

Exceptional value; attractively priced. This delightful Masterpiece Edition can be yours for $159.99*, payable in 4 easy installments of only $39.99, the first due before shipment. But don’t wait to order. Strong demand is expected, and orders are limited to one edition per customer. Send no money now. Just complete and mail the attached coupon today! A Hawthorne Exclusive featuring four levels of rotating movement, 12 illuminated buildings, music and over 30 handcrafted gurines including Santa & his reindeer.

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Located far from the glam of Jackson, Carbon County, Wyo., considers itself the gateway to the most authentic part of the state. Blessed with phenomenal outdoor recreation—but with a fraction of the crowds—plus pioneer-era fun, the county makes a fine winter getaway.

● The outlaw Butch Cassidy and his gang, the Wild Bunch, used to hang out in Baggs, just a few miles north of the Colorado state line, and today you can visit one of his favorite places to hide from the law. The Outlaw Stop features a roadhouse and dance hall where Cassidy allegedly would play the harmonica, joining a local musician named Tom Vernon. Another building on-site did triple duty as the town hall, fire station, and jail. In Rawlins, the Carbon

County Museum showcases exhibits on the Union Pacific Railroad, which forever altered the West, as well as displays on Indigenous peoples and outlaws. Take a stroll around town and note the 14 murals painted on buildings that highlight Rawlins’s fascinating history. Don’t miss the one of Thomas Edison fishing in the Sierra Madre mountains nearby, where he got the idea for light bulb filament from a fiber line on his fishing pole. Thousands of dazzling lights drift through downtown at Saratoga’s annual Winter Wonderland and Lighted Christmas Parade, happening this year on December 10. Find Santa and ask him to bring you back next year.

● This part of Wyoming, especially Saratoga, is synonymous with hot

springs, and the land’s Indigenous peoples were the first to understand how healing a soak can be; they called this area the Place of Magic Water. Experience the medicinal effects at the Hobo Hot Springs in Saratoga, which are open 24 hours a day, seven days a week, the burbling waters ranging from 101 to 110 degrees. Coolest of all, the soaking is free. For a more upscale experience, try the Saratoga Hot Springs Resort, where you can soak in teepee-covered pools after a day of snowmobiling.

● Cross-country skiers should explore the Bottle Creek Trails about six miles west of Encampment, where groomed loops wend through the forests. Rent skis or snowshoes and find maps at Wyoming Outdoor

Relax in the soothing waters at Saratoga Hot Springs. RIGHT: Dine with locals at Bella’s Bistro, indulging in savory Italian fare.

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● The Historic Wolf Hotel and Restaurant in downtown Saratoga opened in 1893 when Frederick Wolf, a German immigrant and the original owner, settled here after working for the railroad. People come for the steaks and seafood but stay for the cheesecake. Locals swear by Bella’s Bistro, an Italian restaurant located in a charming Victorian house downtown. The lobster ravioli isn’t always on the menu, but it’s spectacular when it is. In Rawlins, the Ichiban Japanese Steakhouse remains popular for fresh sushi and hibachi chicken cooked on a grill built into the table.

● Located in downtown Rawlins— tucked into a gorgeous 1930s art deco building with a large glass entryway and pressed-tin ceiling— Windswept Goods is worth a stop just to see the renovation work. Locals Amanda Moore and Wayne Gotfredson offer home décor and clothing with a rustic Wyoming flair. Around the corner, the Mabuhay Oriental Market brings a taste of the East to the Wild West with yummy Asian sauces and unusual snacks such as dried fish chips. In Saratoga, swing by the Laura M Gallery for Western wear and jewelry.

● If you’re coming in from the east on Interstate 80, consider a layover at the Historic Elk Mountain Hotel in the hamlet of Elk Mountain. Built more than 117 years ago, the Victorian-style hotel sits on the banks of the Medicine Bow River. With antiques from the early 1900s in each of its 12 rooms, it’s something of a cross between a boutique hotel and a bed-and-breakfast. Head into town to fuel up on double bacon cheeseburgers at the Crossing Café inside the Elk Mountain Trading Post. In Saratoga, the Historic Wolf Hotel and Restaurant turns 130 years old in 2023. Once dubbed the Grand Old Gal, the place has been a stagecoach stop, an art gallery, and a barbershop. Today the hotel sits within walking distance of hot springs and shopping. Copper became a high-demand commodity after the light bulb was invented, and soon after, the metal was discovered in 1897 in the Sierra Madres, the very place Mr. Edison first figured out filament. At the CopperLine Lodge, choose from one of 11 original 1950s-era rooms or a cabin with log bunk beds for the kids. For an unforgettable experience with impeccable amenities, stay at the allinclusive Brush Creek Ranch near Encampment, with 19 rooms, 25 log cabins, and nine suites to choose from. While there, you can spend a day downhill skiing at the ranch’s private 600-acre resort, open to only 18 guests at a time. TIMNEVILLE

Brush Creek Ranch glows under the stars on a clear night.

Dark skies, BRIGHT STARS

Observe far-off galaxies at these nine space centers around the West.

BYAMELIAARVESEN

CENTURIES AGO, humankind relied on the night sky for telling time and tracking their routes. Darkness was essential for survival. “It’s how we found our place in the universe,” says Bettymaya Foott, engagement director at the International DarkSky Association (IDA).

Today, envelopment in darkness is a rare opportunity: Nearly 80 percent of people in North America can’t spot the Milky Way’s marvelous hazy band on any given night. That’s due to light pollution, the spillage of unnecessary artificial light, a recent global phenomenon that has disconnected us from starry skies.

But there are still opportunities to reengage with the stars, moon, and faraway galaxies. Winter is considered prime season for stargazing, and if you catch a cloudless night you’ll find a brighter and clearer cosmos. Head to these nine astronomy hubs— planetariums, observatories, space centers, and IDA-protected nature areas perfect for stargazing—for a full astrotour of the West.

The cosmos over Chabot Space and Science Center.

OAKLAND, CALIFORNIA

Chabot Space and Science Center

A San Francisco Bay Area landmark since 1883, the Chabot Space and Science Center is the largest observatory complex in the West available to the public for free. Explore the stars through three large telescopes housed in separate domes every Friday and Saturday from 7:30 to 10:30 p.m. From its location 1,500 feet above the San Francisco Bay, the nighttime views—of both the sky and the city in the distance—are unobstructed. Peer into the largest refractor in the West that’s regularly open to the public, a 20-inch telescope named Rachel.

The science center sits just a few miles from downtown Oakland on the border of Dr. Aurelia Reinhardt Redwood Regional Park. The proximity to the forest allows the center to create programming that interacts with the redwoods, such as the monthly Hike & Sip, a moderate walk with constellation storytelling, snacks, and libations. Take the kids to the First Friday programs, which are planned around familyfriendly themes such as futuristic foods and mind tricks.

WHAT’S NEARBY

In California’s Marin County, Mount Tamalpais State Park and the Mount Tam Astronomy program offered free astronomy nights on the mountain. Live programs are currently on pause, but virtual tours are hosted on YouTube.

CARSON CITY, NEVADA

Jack C. Davis Observatory

Located at Western Nevada College, Jack C. Davis Observatory is staffed with dedicated volunteers who are eager to talk about constellation basics or dive into speculative space theories. “They really want to excite people about looking through telescopes and help people use the instruments properly,” says Thomas Herring, the observatory’s director. On the third Saturday of every month, lecturers present a range of topics, from historical figures such as Isaac Newton to the history of quantum mechanics.

The observatory is a steadfast community resource, funded entirely by public donations. “In my time there, I’ve tried to broaden the idea of community to mean anybody who shows up,” Herring says. Have your own telescope? Bring it to the observatory for a tune-up and lesson.

WHAT’S NEARBY

Two nearby national parks, known for their daytime splendor, also have incredible views of the Milky Way on moonless nights: Great Basin and Death Valley. Rangers at both parks set up telescopes for astronomy tours throughout the year.

PLEASANT GROVE, UTAH Christa McAuliffe Space

Center

Named after the celebrated teacher and astronaut, the Christa McAuliffe Space Center has offered realistic starship simulations since 1990. Six rooms at the center are designed to resemble the bridge of a starship, where visitors go through an immersive experience to control the ship, communicate with characters, and complete missions. (Have you ever wondered what it would be like to be sucked into a black hole? You can learn how to navigate that celestial challenge here.)

In the evenings on Mondays, Wednesdays, Fridays, and Saturdays, the center hosts a rotating lineup of shows in the planetarium, the second largest in Utah. Topics have included exoplanets, modern-day rocket launches, and dark matter, or you can tour the solar system to a soundtrack of classical music.

WHAT’S NEARBY

Get a little adventurous and head to North Fork Park in Ogden. The less-traveled camping area is a nighttime refuge for stargazers.

Planetary tour at Christa McAuli e Space Center.

FLAGSTAFF, ARIZONA

Lowell Observatory

This mountain town first established a lightpollution ordinance in 1958 and, more than 40 years later, was designated the world’s first dark-sky community. Flagstaff is home to one of the oldest observatories in the United States, Lowell Observatory, which lets visitors look through the same telescope that detected the expanding universe, searched for life on Mars, and discovered Pluto. “As the crow flies, the observatory is less than a mile from downtown,” says Kevin Schindler, Lowell’s resident historian. “And yet, you can look up at the sky and see the Milky Way, which seems like only a rumor if you’re from a big city.” Peep into the night sky six nights a week until 10 p.m. (On Tuesdays, it closes at 5 p.m.)

Don’t miss the Giovale Open Deck Observatory, where budding cosmologists can peer through six telescopes at marvels such as globular star clusters while learning about what they see from professional astronomers and Northern Arizona University students. Special events, such as meteor showers, are particularly busy nights, so plan accordingly.

WHAT’S NEARBY

North of Flagstaff, both Sunset Crater Volcano and Wupatki National Monuments are prime sky-viewing sites, whether you’re there exploring or attending one of the star programs offered at the parks. Visitors looking to stay overnight should head to Cottonwood or Sedona, which are both dark-sky communities. In Sedona, the Two Trees Observing Area is used by the Sirius Lookers, the city’s astronomy association. In Cottonwood, the easily accessed 423-acre Deadhorse Ranch State Park offers some of the best night skies nearby.

BOZEMAN,

Museum of the Rockies Planetarium

Situated on the Montana State University campus, the Museum of the Rockies has one of the most mesmerizing planetariums in the West. Highresolution projection under a 40-foot dome captures vivid colors, dramatic motion, and brilliant displays of the solar system in its true form. The 85 seats recline at different angles, so you don’t have to crane your neck to get a good look at the presentation. Visitors can catch movies every day of the week. Sit back for a 30-minute escape into topics such as NASA’s Artemis program or the immersive Phantom of the Universe narrated by Tilda Swinton. Once you’ve been wowed by the stars, venture deeper into the museum’s other exhibits, which change every year. A life-size bronze sculpture of a Tyrannosaurus rex welcomes guests, while a seasonal outdoor exhibit invites you into the surrounding gardens, orchards, and fields.

WHAT’S NEARBY

On a rare occasion in winter and early spring, there is a chance to see the northern lights after midnight. Glacier National Park is perfect for viewing these dramatic colors, or simply gazing at the universe.

Lowell’s Clark Telescope has gazed into space since 1896.

MONTANA

The aurora borealis over Glacier National Park.

TWENTYNINE

Sky’s The Limit Observatory

In a desert that bears resemblance to Mars, the Sky’s The Limit Observatory and Nature Center (STL) takes advantage of its environment with multiple outdoor experiences, including a meditation garden and an orrery, a walkable model of the solar system at a 20 billion-to-1 scale.

Free Night Sky Programs on the Saturday nights nearest the new moon provide a view of celestial objects in real time on a large monitor rather than through individual telescope eyepieces. For the astronomy purists, there are conventional telescopes set up on the walkway outside. Added perk: STL shares a boundary with Joshua Tree National Park, so stargazers looking to the south and east avoid any interfering lights or developments—and get an epic view directed at the ecliptic (an imaginary line in the sky that marks the path of the sun) from the campus.

WHAT’S NEARBY

Joshua Tree National Park and Anza-Borrego Desert State Park are dark-sky parks. Book a night with Borrego Night Sky Tours, or check with the parks for public programs.

ANCHORAGE, ALASKA

Anchorage Museum

If you’re in Alaska’s largest city, the Anchorage Museum is a must-do. The Thomas Planetarium is the pillar of the museum’s space programs, which include updates from NASA ambassadors, live music and light performances, and guided viewings of constellations and the aurora borealis. The 180-degree dome doubles as a theater.

While you’re at the museum, check out the rotating exhibits covering culture, climate change, and natural habitats. Still space-curious? You don’t have to live in Alaska to join the Virtual Astronomy Club, which gives members access to astronomy-related images and discussions throughout the year.

Kincaid Park—closed at 10 p.m. in the winter—is easily accessible from Anchorage, but far enough away to offer dazzling night views. Or go to the Eagle River Nature Center, where you don’t have to travel far from the lighted parking lot to see a show of stars.

WHAT’S NEARBY

The Milky Way twinkles above Sky’s The Limit.

Flandrau Science Center and Planetarium

The Flandrau Science Center and Planetarium is not only an immersive space experience, it doubles as a classroom for university students. The center offers live lectures, activities, and a variety of telescopes to help you get close up to the cosmos. Lunar and solar eclipses are particularly active times at the center, though you can visit any time it’s open: 10 a.m. to 5 p.m., Tuesday through Sunday.

On select weekends—and depending on weather and other factors—the observatory allows visitors to peer into the starry skies through a 16-inch telescope with a volunteer astronomer as a guide. Once a month, the guides take visitors on a different journey with Friday night presentations of laser shows set to Pink Floyd’s Dark Side of the Moon.

For a spot with very little light pollution, book a campsite at Saguaro National Park, where you’ll view starry skies behind the shadows of massive cacti.

COMING SOON JACKSON HOLE, WYOMING

Snow King Observatory and Planetarium

In the Teton Range of the Rocky Mountains, Jackson Hole’s stargazing opportunities are as endless as its mountain adventures. Wyoming Stargazing hosts public events at the Stilson Parking Lot on Thursday nights, where you can learn about Save Our Night Skies, its ongoing campaign to reduce unnecessary artificial light across the city as well as in Grand Teton National Park. The town is working toward becoming a certified International Dark Sky Community.

Soon, the community will have its very own stargazing facility at the summit of Snow King Mountain Resort. Slated to open by fall 2023, Snow King Observatory and Planetarium will feature a 24-foot Astro Haven dome, an observatory-class 1.0 -meter PlaneWave telescope, and a 26-foot digital planetarium with 30 seats, along with galleries, event space, and classrooms.

WHAT’S NEARBY

Since you’re in the neighborhood, head to Yellowstone National Park, where 54 percent of lights are turned off at night and staff is replacing bright lights with fully shielded fixtures that direct light downward to preserve the darkness. ●

covers travel and the outdoors, and her work has appeared in Backpacker, Outside, and Climbing Magazine

AMELIAARVESEN

TUCSON, ARIZONA

WHAT’S NEARBY

Marvel at the universe in Flandrau’s planetarium.

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EVs are flooding the market, but how do you find the right one for you?

BYJOSHSENS

If you’re thinking about buying an electric car, you’re not alone. Amid soaring gas prices and growing environmental concerns, the demand for electric, hybrid, and plug-in hybrid vehicles is surging, too. Throw in government incentives to tempt consumers, and you can understand why two-thirds of Americans said in a recent Consumer Reports survey that they are interested in acquiring an EV.

Purchasing a car has always been a big decision, but shopping for an EV comes with a unique set of considerations and some new terminology. To help you navigate this fast-emerging sector, here’s what to consider when buying an EV.

Hybrid vs. plug-in hybrid vs. fully electric

As the name suggests, a hybrid draws on two types of power: a gasoline engine and at least one electric motor. In some hybrids, these sources are connected to a shared transmission. In others, the gasoline engine powers the electric motor, which in turn propels the car. But in every case, it’s a joint effort, says Matt Alfano, vice president of mobility innovation at A3 Ventures, an innovation lab run by AAA. Though a hybrid doesn’t run on outside electricity (you can’t charge it; you must fill up at the pump), the boost it gets from its electric motor leads to better gas mileage than you would get in a vehicle powered by an internal combustion engine alone.

Whereas a hybrid runs primarily on gas, shifting to electric when it’s most efficient, a plug-in hybrid allows you to drive in full electric mode for a distance, typically 20 to 50 miles, and at any speed before it switches between the gas and electric engine as needed. Most plug-ins have enough electric range to cover shorter commutes and errands around town without needing the gas engine, making them a popular choice for consumers who are keen to drive an electric car but want a gasoline backup for longer trips.

Electric vehicles or EVs, are exactly that: They run on electricity alone, and they must be plugged in to be recharged. Thanks to increasingly efficient battery packs,

EVs have advanced by leaps and bounds in recent years, with leading models on the market now boasting a range of 300 miles or more with each full charge.

The how-tos of charging

There are three main types of charging systems: Level 1, Level 2, and Level 3. Each has its own capabilities and costs.

Level 1 works with any standard three-prong household outlet, like the kind you’d use to plug in a laptop or a blender. If you’ve ever seen an extension cord running from a home to a car parked outside, that’s Level 1. While Level 1 is the cheapest way to charge, it’s also the slowest. It provides around four to six miles for every hour of charging and may take more than 14 hours to fully charge a car.

A Level 2 system has more than double the voltage of a Level 1. It can fully charge an EV in about four to six hours. You can have a Level 2 system installed at home, but unless you’re a certified electrician, you’ll need to hire a professional to do the job, as it requires a dedicated 240-volt circuit, like the kind used for a dryer. Installation prices vary widely, but the general range is around $400 to $1,200.

Level 3 chargers—also known as fast chargers—cost tens of thousands of dollars, and they’re not yet practical for home installation. You’re more apt to find them at rest stops and fueling stations along well-traveled highways, often with a Tesla attached to them. Level 3 systems can add up to 200 miles of range per hour of charging, which is up to 15 times faster than a Level 2 charger. They are the fastest way to charge, but they are also usually the most expensive to use.

Because not all chargers use the same cords and adapters, it’s wise to map out the locations of compatible charging stations before you set off on a long road trip. Apps such as ChargeHub make it easy to search for chargers in any city or state to help determine what types are available in that area.

How to calculate savings

Just as the price of gas fluctuates from city to city, and even from fueling station to fueling station, the cost of electric-

ity varies depending on where you live, the type of charging system you’re using, and the time of day you’re plugging in. Charging at home is generally less expensive than charging on the road. Charging at non-peak hours, when electricity may be cheaper, is another way to save, as is having solar panels installed at home.

Even the amount of charge in your battery makes a difference. The most efficient time to charge is when the battery is 20 to 80 percent full, Alfano says; when the battery is nearly depleted or close to full, charging efficiency drops.

The federal government maintains a website— fuel economy.gov—that offers a wealth of information on vehicle fuel efficiency, including comparisons across a range of makes and models. But individual cases can vary widely, so to get a better gauge on what you stand to save by switching to an EV, you need to do some math.

“It isn’t complex calculus,” says Matt Degen, senior editor at Kelley Blue Book. “But you need to know what you’re paying for electricity, and what you’d be paying for gas in your area.”

While there isn’t a one-size-fits-all answer, Kelley Blue Book has run the numbers and found that the owner of an EV who drives the national average of 14,000 miles a year would pay about $60 a month to charge their car, compared to about $180 to fill up a fuel-efficient conventional car with gas. By that measure, powering an EV costs about three times less than fueling a traditional vehicle.

Tax credits and rebates

Buy an EV and you could get some money back. How much depends on the fine print in the law. For EVs purchased after December 31, 2022, the federal government offers up to $7,500 in consumer tax credits—and up to $4,000 for the purchase of a used EV. But whether you qualify hinges on a range of factors, including your income level, the price of the vehicle, and how and where the vehicle was assembled.

The Inflation Reduction Act, signed into federal law this summer, sets an eligibility price cap of $80,000 per vehicle for vans, SUVs, and pickups, and $55,000 for other vehicles. The annual income cap is $150,000 for a single earner, and $300,000 per household. The new legislation also requires that a certain percentage of the battery be sourced and assembled in the United States, among other manufacturing criteria.

State and local governments and some utilities offer a range of tax credits and rebates as well, but those can vary from one municipality to the next. Potential benefits abound, but getting a handle on them may take some homework. “As a consumer,” Degen says, “you’re ultimately going to have to do a lot to educate yourself.”

How much EV can you afford?

Buying a car is one thing. Owning and operating it is another. To assess your budget, you need to consider the costs of both. EVs don’t always come cheap, so part of the calculation is weighing a higher up-front sticker price against what you stand to save on fuel and maintenance over time.

As outlined above, those savings depend on a range of factors, including the cost of gas and electricity in your area and the type of charging system you use. Like almost every car, EVs start depreciating the moment you drive them off the lot, though some models, such as Teslas, retain their value relatively well.

Also worth considering is that since they have fewer

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moving parts, EVs are generally lower maintenance, with no need to change the oil, flush the radiator, or replace the spark plugs, among other services that are standard for traditional cars. AAA has found that the annual maintenance cost for an EV is about two-thirds that of a gas-powered vehicle.

The biggest maintenance cost for an EV is replacing the battery, which runs about $10,000. How often batteries need replacing used to be a greater source of uncertainty and unease than it is today. As the technology has improved, battery life spans have gotten longer and more predictable, with the average battery pack lasting from 10 to 20 years and up to 200,000 miles, according to a survey by Consumer Reports.

What can you afford? It’s not an exact science. “There is no golden rule,” A3 Venture’s Alfano says. “You need to think of the total cost of ownership. Not just the monthly payments, but the maintenance, the wear and tear.”

Buying new vs. used

As with so much else these days, Degen says, the EV sector is a seller’s market, with demand outstripping supply. If you’re looking to buy new, expect to pay top dollar and be prepared to wait. Delivery of the most popular EVs can take weeks, if not months.

With many EVs increasingly hard to come by, interest in used EVs has grown and prices are inflated. That’s the bad news for buyers. The good news is that the used market is more robust than it used to be, with a wider array of options.

“It takes time for a car to become used,” Alfano says.

“For a while, there weren’t many used EVs on the market because their owners were still driving them. That’s begun to change.”

Even as more used EVs become available, there is also more clarity about the technology itself. In the very early days of this fast-evolving industry, consumers often balked at buying a used EV for fear of being stuck with an outdated vehicle. But obsolescence is always a consideration, no matter what kind of car you buy, Alfano says. And now that EVs have a longer track record, you can do a bit of research and have a clearer idea of what you’re getting into. For even greater assurance, you might consider looking at a certified pre-owned electric vehicle (CPO EV), which comes with extra warranty coverage and lower interest rates for financing.

In the end, for consumers, a new EV is a significant purchase, so buying used is often the sensible way into the market.

“There’s an old saying that your first Mercedes Benz is a used Mercedes Benz,” Alfano says. “I think the same will be true of many people’s first EV.” ●

josh sens is a travel, food, and lifestyle writer and serves as a senior editor at Golf Magazine.

NEW EVS

to look for in 2023

Electric vehicles aren’t just commuter cars anymore.

TBYEMMEHALL

here are a lot of electric vehicles available to consumers these days. Where once the only EV option was a commuter car, buyers can now choose from trucks, coupes, sedans, and crossovers. However, we know that some consumers have a deal breaker, be it range, driving dynamics, utility, or style, so we’ve found the best in a few key categories.

MOSTFUN Mini Cooper SE Electric

Let’s say you want an EV that’s just plain cute and fun to drive. Get yourself a Mini Cooper SE Electric. Sure, it only nets 114 miles of range out of its 32.6 kWh battery, but this little coupe is a blast to drive, thanks to its performance tires and go-kart handling. The Mini SE begs to be driven on a winding road—windows down and tunes cranked up.

The specs aren’t too impressive, just 181 horsepower and 199 pound-feet of torque, but that’s plenty for this two-door. The Mini SE can accept up to 50 kW, enough to get to 80 percent battery charge in 36 minutes.

The Mini Cooper SE Electric starts at $34,225, and the standard model includes heated steering wheel and front seats, forward collision warning and lane departure warning, adaptive cruise control, and Apple CarPlay.

BESTRANGE

Lucid Motors Air Grand Touring

If range is paramount, look to Lucid Motors, whose Air Grand Touring model squeaks out 516 miles with its 112 kWh battery. The Lucid can charge at 300 kW, allowing for 300 miles of range in just 20 minutes. The dual-motor setup can produce up to 1,050 horsepower, enough for a sub-three-second zip to 60 miles per hour.

Included is seating for five, a two-screen cockpit, and plenty of advanced driver’s aids. The Air Grand Touring model also gets DreamDrive Pro hardware for future semiautonomous driving at no extra charge. The kicker? The price starts at $154,000, not including any destination fees (the fee to deliver a car to the dealership). Yowza.

Zip around town in the sporty Mini Cooper SE Electric.

Lucid Motors Air Grand Touring boasts 516 miles of range.

BESTDESIGN

Hyundai Ioniq 6

Style mavens should like the 2023 Hyundai Ioniq 6. Hyundai calls it an electrified streamliner, and that’s an apt description. The four-door EV’s roof slopes back sharply into a ducktail spoiler and taillights that extend the width of the car. Up front are a sculpted hood and active air flaps to aid in aerodynamics. It’s futuristic and somehow retro at the same time. You won’t find anything else like it out on the road.

Inside, drivers can option a Relaxation Comfort Seat for maximum recline during charging sessions. Two large screens dominate the cabin, while door-lock controls and a wireless charging pad are located on a floating bridge–like center console. Hyundai also uses eco-conscious interior materials, such as fabric made of recycled plastic for the seats and recycled fishing nets for the carpeting.

Official EPA numbers haven’t been released yet by the manufacturer, but the Ioniq 6 with the long-range 77.4 kWh battery returns 379 miles of range on the more generous side. The Ioniq 6 can charge at 350 kW, enough for an 80-percent charge in just 18 minutes.

Hyundai hasn’t announced pricing for the 2023 Ioniq 6, but it will likely be in the low to mid $40,000 range like its sibling, the Ioniq 5, which starts at $39,950. It should hit our shores early next year.

BESTTRUCK Ford F-150 Lightning

Those who want a work truck need look no further than the Ford F-150 Lightning. Available as a four-door cab with a fiveand-a-half-foot bed, the 2023 Lightning comes standard with 98 kWh or 131 kWh of usable battery capacity, good for 240 or 320 miles of range, respectively. When it comes to towing and hauling, the Lightning has an impressive capacity, but remember, just as in a gas-powered truck, your range will decrease depending on how much weight you’re dealing with.

The Lightning can take a maximum of 2,235 pounds in its bed and can tow up to 10,000 pounds when properly configured. For 2023, a new Pro Trailer Hitch Assist can guide the truck to the hitch all by itself. Another work bonus is the standard 2.4 kW onboard power system (some models get a 9.6 kW system) that acts as a generator to power work tools or even your house in case of emergency.

Inside, a 12-inch touch screen is standard, along with wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto; leather seating is an option. Ford’s semi-autonomous driving assistant, BlueCruise, is also available.

For 2023, the F-150 Lightning starts at $51,974 for a base Pro model and goes all the way up to $96,874. ●

emme hall is the former reviews editor at CNET Cars and a competitive off-road racer.

Inspired by classic streamliners, the Hyundai Ioniq 6 has an aerodynamic design.

For a workhorse vehicle you can take o road, check out the Ford F-150 Lightning.

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Annual Meeting Notice and Proxy Statement

November 20, 2022

To the Members

of AAA Northern

California, Nevada, and Utah: Please be advised that the regular annual meeting of the Members of AAA Northern California, Nevada, and Utah (“the Association”) will be held at 8 a.m. Mountain Time on Wednesday, January 4, 2023, at the Hampton Inn & Suites Ogden, Utah. Please bring your Membership card and photo identification for admittance.

If you plan to attend the annual meeting, please observe the following health and safety precautions:

● Do not attend the meeting if you are experiencing any symptoms of illness, including fever, cough, congestion, or shortness of breath.

● Please wear a facial covering at all times.

● Please keep six feet of physical distance from all other attendees. Seating at the annual meeting will be arranged appropriately.

● We may be required to limit attendance at the meeting to comply with state and local laws and guidelines.

ELECTION OF DIRECTORS

The following candidates for election to the Board of Directors have been nominated by the Nominating Committee, per the Bylaws of the Association:

Spencer Angerbauer, Utah

Margie Emmermann, Arizona

Bashir Wada, California

Dan Whitehurst, California

Nominees for 2023 director elections are not more than the number of directors to be elected, therefore pursuant to Section 9 of the AAA Northern California, Nevada, and Utah

Bylaws, no election of directors will be held, and the nominees within this notice are deemed and declared to have been elected.

GENERAL PROXY

The proxy form on the next page appoints the person(s) named on the form as your proxyholder(s) to vote and act for you on any other matter to be voted on at the 2023 annual meeting—or at any other meeting of the Members of the Association— during the term of the proxy. The term of the proxy will be three years, unless you indicate your wish to grant the proxy for a shorter term. Consequently, the proxyholder(s) will have broad discretion to represent you and will vote on your behalf on a broad variety of matters, which may include election of directors of the Association, and/or proposals presented for the approval of Members. As of today, the Association is not aware of any specific proposals to be presented to Members at the 2023 annual meeting or at subsequent Member meetings.

IMPORTANT INFORMATION

Before filling out the proxy form, please note:

● Every Member is entitled to vote, either in person or by proxy.

● You may attend and vote at any regular annual meeting or at any special meeting of the Membership, whether or not you have signed a proxy.

● If you now have a proxy in effect, you may substitute a proxy of a more recent date.

● You may revoke your proxy at any time by written notice.

● In the event there are more

nominees than vacancies, we will continue to vote your submitted proxy unless you revoke it in accordance with procedures that will be established by the Association.

● Your proxyholder must attend the annual meeting of Members in person in order to vote.

PROXY INSTRUCTIONS

1. Print your name, your address, and your Membership number in the spaces provided on the proxy form.

2. If you wish for anyone other than Tim Condon (Chief Executive Officer) and Clay Creasey (Chief Financial Officer) to act as your proxy(ies), print their name(s) in the space provided.

3. Sign and date the proxy form on the lines provided. If the proxy is undated, your signature authorizes the Association to insert the date of receipt.

4. Your proxy can only be exercised at the regular annual meeting if it has been signed and filed with the Secretary before the polls open for the first contested issue, if any, at the meeting.

Mail your completed proxy form to:

Secretary

AAA Northern California, Nevada & Utah P.O. Box 24502 Oakland, CA 94623

You may also fill out the form online at proxyonline.com/AAA. Forms must be received by January 3, 2023.

Kamili Moreland, Secretary

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Margie Emmermann Member since 2000

OCCUPATION Ms. Emmermann is a retired businesswoman and government affairs professional. In her 20-year career in state government, Ms. Emmermann was appointed by four Arizona governors to head key agencies. She has been the recipient of numerous awards and recognitions for her service to the community, including the OHTLI award bestowed by the Mexican government on a U.S. resident for outstanding contributions to the Hispanic community. Ms. Emmermann has served on the AAA Arizona Board prior to its merger with AAA NCNU and is now a member of the Board of Directors of AAA Northern California, Nevada, and Utah.

STATEMENT OF VIEWS With laser focus on Members, AAA is continuously looking for opportunities to transform the services we offer and the way we deliver them to best meet the needs of current and future Members. It is imperative that we remain relevant.

Dan Whitehurst Member since 1981

OCCUPATION Businessman and attorney. Mr. Whitehurst’s business career has centered on the acquisition and management of funeral service companies in California. He also has experience in government, education, and media. From 1977 to 1985, he was the mayor of Fresno, California. He was later a Resident Fellow of the Institute of Politics at Harvard’s Kennedy School, director of the Maddy Institute at CSU Fresno, and a TV/radio commentator for 15 years. Mr. Whitehurst graduated from Saint Mary’s College of California, has a master’s degree in Urban Studies from Occidental College and a law degree from UC Hastings. He is Board chair of California Issues Forum and past chair of the Institute for Local Government. Mr. Whitehurst was appointed to the AAA Northern California, Nevada, and Utah Board of Directors in 1999 and served as chair from 2005 to 2007.

STATEMENT OF VIEWS We are investing in technology and expanded services to remain valuable to Members. We’re also committed to retaining our culture of integrity and reliability. I think it’s critical to streamline the national structure of AAA so the organization can keep up with rapidly changing consumer preferences. I also want to see AAA increase its visibility and impact in the communities we serve.

Bashir Wada Member since

1978

OCCUPATION An AAA Northern California, Nevada, and Utah director since 2008, Mr. Wada is a financial and business consultant. He most recently served as a senior vice president at Capmark Financial Group Inc., an international real estate financial company. Previously, Mr. Wada was a senior executive for an emerging markets alternative asset manager and a founding partner of a venture capital firm. Mr. Wada started his career at Wells Fargo Bank, where he held positions in investment management, private banking, retirement programs, and international banking. He has an MBA in finance from the University of California, Berkeley, and a BBA from the University of Wisconsin, Milwaukee.

STATEMENT OF VIEWS Proud of its long history of community service, AAA NCNU won the Points of Light Award for excellence in workplace volunteer programs. AAA NCNU employees are involved in volunteer activities such as the Ruby Bridges Walk to School Day, child-car-seat safety checkpoints, and Komen Race for the Cure.

Spencer Angerbauer Member since

2013

OCCUPATION CEO, Venture Slopes, LLC a technology investment and consulting firm located in the heart of Silicon Slopes, Utah’s tech district. He was previously President and CEO of Equinox Business Solutions, that became one of the largest service providers in the commercial transportation industry. He now serves as a director of CSAA, AAA Life, as well as a handful of technology and start-up companies. He has also served as a Director and chair for other various charitable organizations in Utah including the Leukemia and Lymphoma Society after his oldest son was diagnosed with a rare form of cancer several years ago. He earned his bachelors and masters in Business Administration from the University of Utah. Mr. Angerbauer has been a Director of AAA Northern California, Nevada, and Utah since 2014 and currently serves as the Board Vice Chair.

STATEMENT OF VIEWS AAA has long been a staple and icon for over 100 years. In order to continue as one of the most trusted and recognizable brands in the world, we must continue to focus on the needs of our amazing Members through continued innovation within transportation, home, and overall life.

Proxy

Please choose option A or B:

Proxy Option A—I wish to appoint Tim Condon (CEO) and Clay Creasey (CFO), and their respective successors as Chief Executive Officer and Chief Financial Officer of AAA Northern California, Nevada & Utah as my proxies to attend the annual meeting of the Members of AAA Northern California, Nevada & Utah, a California nonprofit mutual benefit corporation, on Wednesday, January 4, 2023, and any adjournment or postponement of that meeting.

Proxy Option B—I wish to appoint the person(s) named below as my prox(ies) to attend the annual meeting of the Members of AAA Northern California, Nevada & Utah, a California nonprofit mutual benefit corporation, on Wednesday, January 4, 2023, and any adjournment or postponement of that meeting.

I APPOINT:

NAME(S) OF PROXYHOLDER(S)

ADDRESS(ES) IF KNOWN

In the event that a proxyholder is not designated, the Chief Executive Officer and Chief Financial Officer of AAA Northern California, Nevada & Utah will be deemed to be the proxyholders appointed hereby. Said proxies shall vote in their discretion on all matters which may come before such meeting(s). Each proxy shall have power of substitution and any one of them shall have the powers hereby granted.

You may revoke this proxy at any time. In the event there are more nominees than vacancies, we will continue to vote your submitted proxy unless you revoke it in accordance with procedures that will be established by the company. This proxy, unless revoked or replaced by substitution, shall remain in force for three years from the date hereof; but, if you wish this proxy to remain in force for only one year, check here:

Voting on other matters and at other meetings. I further appoint the person(s) named above my lawful proxyholder(s) to vote and act for me and in my name at all regular and special meetings of AAA Northern California, Nevada & Utah, or at any adjournment or postponement thereof, held during the term of this proxy, in transacting any business that may come before said meetings, including but not limited to the election of directors, as fully as I could do if personally present. Said proxyholder(s) shall vote at their discretion on all matters that may come before such meetings.

Hit the road and know you’re covered with Blue Shield of California and AAA

Now offering quality coverage you can use while on the go, Blue Shield’s Medicare plans1 give you MORE. With us, you’ll have access to a One-Year New or Renewal Classic AAA Membership2, plus:

Medical and Prescription Drug Coverage3

Vision and Hearing Aid Benefits4

Access to Doctors on-call 24/7 by phone or video

Your journey to MORE coverage and value starts here. Call (877) 750-0741 (TTY: 711) | Visit bsca.com/roadsmart2

Acupuncture and Chiropractic Benefits5, and more

1 Available in select plans and counties in Northern California. For Medicare Advantage Plans, members must qualify to receive the Independence and Safe Mobility with AAA Special Supplemental Benefit for the Chronically Ill. For Medicare Supplement Plan G Inspire, members do not have to qualify to receive the benefit.

2 One-year new or renewal Classic AAA Membership, included with your plan, annually upon enrollment. The value of the Classic AAA Membership is subject to change. AAA Membership provided by AAA Northern California, Nevada & Utah.

3 Prescription Drug coverage only applies to Blue Shield Medicare Advantage Plans.

4 Vision benefits include coverage for costs that are not traditionally covered by Original Medicare, such as eye exam, frames, eyeglass lenses, or contact lenses. Hearing aid benefits offered with: Plan G Inspire, Blue Shield Inspire (HMO) only in Alameda & San Mateo, and Blue Shield Inspire (HMO D-SNP) and Blue Shield Select (PPO).

5 Non-Medicare covered. Acupuncture and Chiropractic benefits not offered in Blue Shield Inspire (HMO) in Sacramento County. Benefits vary by county and plan. Blue Shield of California is an HMO, HMO D-SNP and PPO plan with a Medicare contract and a contract with the California State Medicaid Program. Enrollment in Blue Shield of California depends on contract renewal. The company complies with applicable state laws and federal civil rights laws, and does not discriminate. For more information, visit blueshieldca.com/about/nondiscrimination.

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Quiet solitude

Where in the West can you watch stunning sunsets over a winter wonderland? Hint: This high-altitude plateau is most often visited during the summer months, when temperatures soar, but that doesn’t mean it’s the best time to explore the area. Winter brings a quiet solitude to the trails and viewpoints, and the occasional winter storm dusts the crimson ledges in frosty snow, making for a whole new experience of this popular national park.

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“I

haven’t been this excited since I got my first bicycle!”

Remember when you were a child and got your first bicycle? I do. It gave me a sense of independence . . . I felt like I could go anywhere, and it was so much easier and more enjoyable than walking. Well, at my age, that bike wouldn’t do me much good. Fortunately, there’s a new invention that gives me the freedom and independence to go wherever I want . . . safely and easily. It’s called the Zoomer, and it’s changed my life.

My Zoomer is a delight to ride! It has increased my mobility in my apartment, my opportunities to enjoy the out-of-doors, and enabled me to visit the homes of my children for longer periods of time. The various speeds of it match my need for safety, it is easy to turn, and I am most pleased with the freedom of movement it gives me.

Sincerely, A. Macon, Williamsburg, VA

After just one trip around your home in the Zoomer, you’ll marvel at how easy it is to navigate. It is designed to maneuver in tight spaces like doorways, between furniture, and around corners. It can go over thresholds and works great on any kind of floor or carpet. It’s not bulky or cumbersome, so it can roll right up to a table or desk– there’s no need to transfer to a chair. Its sturdy yet lightweight aluminum frame makes it durable and comfortable. Its dual motors power it at up to 3.7 miles per hour and its automatic electromagnetic brakes

stop on a dime. The rechargeable battery powers it for up to 8 miles on a single charge. Plus, its exclusive foldable design enables you to transport it easily and even store it in a closet or under a bed when it’s not in use.

Why spend another day letting mobility issues hamper your lifestyle? Call now and find out how you can have your very own Zoomer

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Visiting Tenaya in winter gives you the best of both worlds. There are so many activities to enjoy in the snowcovered Sierra region. And after, you have a cozy scene waiting at Tenaya’s full-service resort, Explorer Cabins or cottages.

Outdoor recreation abounds. You can explore countless hiking trails in Yosemite Valley while snowshoeing or cross-country skiing. Other popular

winter pastimes include downhill skiing, snowboarding, ice skating and sledding.

Here are five other experiences you can enjoy at Tenaya this winter:

1. Embrace the beauty of winter in the Sierras with Yosemite 360 Tours, and take a guided tour right into Yosemite National Park.

2. When was the last time you saw the Milky Way? It’s here in the Yosemite night sky, and stunning.

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Celebrate the holidays with Skunk Train

Make your magical Christmas memories on Northern California’s most unique holiday experiences.

WILLITS November 26 through December 31, the Magical Christmas Train is a fantastic new holiday tradition for the family.

Embark on an enchanting rail journey into the heart of the redwoods to Mr. Skunk's wonderful Santa’s workshop—a giant redwood tree bedecked in Christmas splendor!

You and your family will enjoy seasonal treats (including adult beverages for mom and dad) and loads of fun games. Dress up in your jammies for some extra holiday magic—and to make that special photo op with Santa (played by Mr. Skunk of course) in a classic rail-

car all the more memorable. Come ready to sing carols, join in reindeer games, and discover the heart of the season.

Tickets for the Magical Christmas Train are $59.95, and VIP tickets are available. Trips depart regularly from downtown Willits, off Hwy. 101.

FORT BRAGG Seasonal décor and Happy Holidays at The Glen round out the Christmas festivities for the Skunk Train. While Santa is busy in Willits, travelers to the spellbinding Northern California coast can take a trip back in time to simpler values and historic nostalgia on the Pudding Creek Express.

Trains leave daily and Railbikes offer an up-close-and-personal experience with the ancient redwoods.

→ Visit skunktrain.com or call 707964-6371 for more information or to book your tickets today.

Save big by using Pay with Points

Best Western® Hotels & Resorts is making the fall travel season even more rewarding with the launch of its new Pay with Points program. Travelers can now plan their next hotel stay using Best Western Rewards® (BWR) points to pay for part of their stay.

With this new program, travelers no longer have to reach the free room night threshold in order to tap into their points. Travelers can access their points right away to redeem for discounted room rates. To redeem, a minimum of 5,000 points is required, which translates to a $25 savings on a hotel booking.

BWR members will also earn 10 points for every dollar spent on the paid portion of the Pay with Points reservation.

Available at all hotels throughout the U.S. and Canada as well as select participating hotels elsewhere, select the Pay with Points Option on the “rooms” page on BestWestern.com when making a reservation. You must be logged in as a BWR member to view the exclusive Pay with Points rate.

Best Western now features 18 unique brands—from economy to luxury—offering comfortable accommodations and exceptional service to meet the needs of all travelers. AAA Members save up to 15% every day and earn bonus points on each stay with the AAA PreferredSM BWR program.

→ Visit BestWestern.com/AAA for details.

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