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Contents IN EVERY ISSUE 04 EDITOR’S NOTE 06 PLAYERS TALK 08 NEW SLOTS 14 TABLE GAMES 17 WINNING WAYS 18 FEATURE STORY 22 ARIZONA LOTTERY 24 TRAVEL 26 GAMING NEWS 30 LAUGHLIN, NEVADA 33 CASINO ENTERTAINMENT 34 SAMI’S SMACKDOWN

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36 FUN & GAMES 38 CASINO DIRECTORY

BLUEWATER RESORT & CASINO CONGRATULATES MISS INDIAN ARIZONA MARIAH SHARPE!

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EDITOR’S NOTE

THANK YOU READERS! Wishing You The Very Best For 2018

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his new year is going to be great, awesome, exciting, amazing, unbelievable, fantastic, and so much more! I can’t wait to see what happens! Especially, for all the new Slots coming our way!

I want to take the time and mention a special reader of ours, Joyce Galewick, who recently published her first book Dance ‘Till The Music Stops. In her eighties (no, that’s not a typo!), she has written her life story as an inspiration to all of us. Joyce says, “Never give up and never give in. You can reach the mountaintop! No matter how tough life seems, just follow your dreams, and dance ‘till the music stops.” Her book is available on Amazon.com, through ChristianFaithPublishing.com, and at the Fort McDowell Casino gift shop. Check it out!

Thanks to our readers for always providing us with feedback about our magazine.

We appreciate you and are grateful for your loyalty. Please don’t hesitate to reach out and let us know what you think and keep all of your questions rolling in. We get a lot of them, both handwritten and emailed, so it may take a while to get back to all of you, but we do love reading them, and responding. And, while we select some for publication by committee, we are working on being able to share all of them with all of you! Stay tuned!

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Alexandra Lang Editor-in-Chief editor@azgamingguide.com

CELEBRATING

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PLAYERS TALK

Q: What is the better machine to play at casinos, a single play machine or a multi-game machine?

Mark Frederick—Yuma, AZ A: This is a great question Mark! Thank you for sending it in!

There is no difference to us as players between selecting a single play machine or a multi-game machine whether you enjoy playing Slots, Video Poker, Video Keno, or electronic Table Games.

Multi-game Video Poker and Video Keno machines have been around for decades. These units were created so casinos could offer many different versions of Video Poker and Video Keno without taking up a lot of space.

Regardless of which Video Poker or Video Keno game is selected by a player, the machine runs off one random number generator (RNG). Each time a game is initiated by pressing a bet button (either “Bet One” or “Bet Max”) the machine’s software asks for random numbers from the RNG. Once the random numbers have been created and stored, the machine’s software uses those values to determine game outcomes.

This RNG and software behavior is dictated by regulations governing the design and performance of electronic gaming devices (EGD—an industry term used to describe Slots, Video Poker machines, electronic Table Games and any other games that might be out there) within casinos. These regulations are upheld at the state level (i.e. Arizona, Nevada, New Jersey, California, etc.) in the United States. In other countries around the world, the EGD regulatory bodies are either at the federal level or are also at the province/state level.

The regulations are the same in their intent from one jurisdiction to the next where the RNG and basic game functionality is concerned. Furthermore, these regulations protect us as players.

The regulations are written in the interest of fairness in order to prevent EGDs from deceiving players while at the same time allowing casinos to offer an entertainment experience to customers which provides the casino with a revenue stream not derived via fraudulent means. And, casinos want EGDs to be regulated and based on verified and tested RNGs so they can rely on simple statistics and time in order to make money rather than the proverbial crapshoot if EGDs weren’t regulated!

With a single game EGD, the game software and RNG interact in the same manner as described above. A bet is placed, random

numbers are requested, generated, and stored having used the game’s software and the RNG to do so.

The short term and long term effect to a player is just their luck, governed by the RNG at each machine, whether it is a single– or multi-game Slot.

If sitting at a multi-game EGD has your brain racing in circles wondering what might have happened had you been playing one of the other games at the same instant, the Arizona Gaming Guide recommends you not play a multi-game machine in a casino. There is no positive result in constantly wondering “what if” especially since you have no way of resolving the question! If being at a multi-game machine does not make you neurotic, then go for it! Your experience will be the same based on your luck at that moment and not based on anything else.

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NEW SLOTS

Progressive Fort Knox Now At Apache Gold Casino

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he slot manufacturer IGT revamps one of its most internationally acclaimed themes, Fort Knox Video Slots, with the introduction of Fort Knox Diamond Vault Video Slots, and Fort Knox Cleopatra Video Slots. These brand new slots are now ready for play at Apache Gold Casino Resort. Set on IGT’s CrystalCurve cabinet which features a 43-inch curved display and ultra-HD 4K graphics, both themes retain many of the same game features, such as bank-wide celebrations, that propelled the success of the original game. Developed for lowdenominational gameplay, Fort Knox Cleopatra includes a five reel, 30 pay line configuration while Fort Knox Diamond Vault features a five reel, 50 pay line configuration. Both themes offer engaging mystery and symbol-driven bonus events such as ‘The Pick a Safe Bonus’ that can trigger the game’s five multi-level progressive jackpots. For more on Apache Gold Casino Resort in Globe, Arizona, visit their website at Apache-GoldCasino.com. For more on IGT’s games visit IGT.com. $

Fruit Ninja Juicy Jackpots Now At BlueWater Resort & Casino

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ased on the award-winning mobile app for Android and iPhone, Fruit Ninja Juicy Jackpots Video Slots by Slot machine manufacturer Everi just went live at BlueWater Resort & Casino in Parker, Arizona! Be among the first to play on this exciting 6-tier progressive Slot whose jackpots are available at any bet level. Players will enjoy the same fruit-slicing excitement that made the original game famous!

Enjoy the Frenzy Respins Bonus where frenzy bananas lock fruit on the reels leading to big wins. Players achieving a full screen of fruit are granted a pick for the game’s progressive Bonus. The higher the player’s bet, the more chances to win! The Fruit Ninja Arcade Bonus features the famous fruit-slicing arcade experience with interactive and fun credit wins, a multiplier, frozen bananas, and a giant pomegranate prize at the conclusion of the Bonus.

This Slot has a minimum bet of 50 credits and a maximum bet of 250 and is available as a penny game. Based on our analysis of the game, players can expect one of the many Bonus events to trigger on average, over the long run, about every twentieth spin. Expect a relatively low volatility experience on this game with a lot of entertainment thrown in making for a fun Slot game!

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NEW SLOTS

Sacred Guardians Now At Desert Diamond Casino Tucson

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wo new Sacred Guardians are arriving at Desert Diamond Casino Tucson. Dragon of Destiny and Golden Griffin, part of Sacred Guardians by Aristocrat, will help guard your winnings as you embark on a magical journey!

Both games include five different line configurations, with stacks of varying symbols inserted on reels one through six before each spin. These Sacred Guardians now have Wilds randomly becoming worth two- or three-times the multiplier; the “Wild Reels” feature will turn up to three reels entirely into wilds. Best part, when the spin stops all of the symbols on those reels are guaranteed wilds. Go on a new journey with the Golden Griffin and the Dragon of Destiny at Desert Diamond Tucson.

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NEW SLOTS

Cirque Du Soleil—Kooza Now At Talking Stick Resort

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eel the pulse-pounding rush of excitement from Kooza, the only Slot machine that captures the magic, mystery, and action of the famed Cirque du Soleil show. Take play to new heights with a four-level jackpot, engaging bonus events, a wheel bonus, two free games features, a mystery stack, progressive jackpots and an instant win! This is a high-flying, spellbinding, bythe-seat-of-your-pants experience with no nets.

Plus, guests at Talking Stick Resort in Scottsdale, Arizona can play any one of five popular Konami titles on the brand new Selexion Slot machines including: China Shores Great Stacks, Lotus Land Deluxe Wild, Mayan Chief Great Stacks, Dragon Fury, and Pharaoh’s Fury.

Or, try your luck on AGS’ new Slots Fu Nan Fu Nu, River Dragons, and Fire Wolf 2. The min bet on these penny Slots is 80 to a max bet of 880 credits.

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TABLE GAMES

By Al Moe

STRANGE STREAKS AT THE TABLES How Players Can Master Them!

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ambling and Table Game play are filled with streaks of all kinds. Some are good, some are not so good. Doyle Brunson in Super System recalled that at one point in his poker career he won 55 straight sessions, easily setting his family up with a healthy cash reserve for the coming year. His book was subtitled How I Made Over $1,000,000 Playing Poker.

At the other end of the spectrum is a story from Ken Uston, the first superstar of Blackjack. His seminal work on counting cards was called Million Dollar Blackjack. He recalled a story from his Las Vegas days when he had 63 consecutive losing sessions across the green felt. That’s an unbelievable series of bad cards and bad luck he somehow managed to overcome.

What’s my point? Just remember the journey can be breathtakingly high, but also soul-searchingly low. Most of the time our gambling is somewhere closer to an even plain, with minor bumps along the way. And, since the house has the favor, or holds the edge, downturns are more likely to occur.

Over the course of a year, you’ll experience the full gamut of emotions that gambling brings. You’ll be happy, sad, and often frustrated. A few nights you’ll go home a winner, but more often than not you’ll enjoy an evening of play that will cost you about the same amount as one single bet per hour. Those are the facts.

No matter how good you might be at World Poker Tour, Three Card Poker, or Pai Gow, there’s just no way of beating those games unless you catch a streak of good luck. And, without a lightning-in-a-bottle kit, streaks can be tough to find and tougher to catch. The good news is that even a short run of good cards can be very profitable.

I once watched a woman buy-in for $100 at a Blackjack table who lost 17 straight hands. She bet $5 on each and lost everyone, including three double downs. Strangely enough, she didn’t seem upset when she had to dig for a second hundred-dollar bill.

She lost one more hand (yes, 18 straight), then won her first. She let the $10 ride and got a Blackjack. She pulled back $5 and bet $20. On that hand, she got an 11, doubled down and won. She

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pulled back $10 and won three straight hands with a $30 wager.

At that point, she had won six hands and lost 18, but she was even. After that she flat-bet $10, winning 15 of the next 25 hands. Then she quit, up $50. The Lucky Lady lost eight more hands than she won, but walked a winner. You can too, given a decent streak of winning hands at some point in your play.

Since you can’t count on a lucky streak, the only way to walk a winner with any regularity is to raise your bets when you are winning and keep your wagers low when you are losing. I know, it’s easier said than done.

Don’t give in to the temptation to double-up to get even, chasing lost money with larger wagers. Don’t try to get even tonight by risking tomorrow’s rent. Just raise your bets a little when you win and ride the winners to the finish line!

Let us know what you think about this article! Send us an e-mail to editor@azgamingguide.com with “Al’s Table Games” as the subject. Good luck! $

Writer Al Moe has worked in the casino industry for many years.

He has lived and worked in Las Vegas, Reno, and Lake Tahoe. He also attended the University of Nevada, Reno. He is an avid writer and blogger. His book, “Vegas and the Mob," is available online at Amazon.com. He is also the proud father of four beautiful girls.

TABLE GAMES

By TJ Jorgensen

ARE YOU MAKING GOOD DECISIONS? Analyzing Table Selection, Table Limits, Your Bankroll And More

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he decisions that you make in regards to your Blackjack play can be influenced by your personal factors such as the amount of time you have to play. Your bankroll and your overall Blackjack skills have a great deal to do with the choices that you make at the table. Your surroundings can influence you, the number of players at your table, the rules of the casino, the number of decks used, a nagging partner or spouse, and even the management of the pit bosses have a great deal to do with the selections you make. Don't be afraid to make the correct play thinking the other players might criticize you for hitting a twelve against a two. There are very few players who know basic strategy perfectly, so don't let anyone intimidate you. The best thing about learning to play Blackjack the correct way is that it pays off. If you learn all of the right decisions to make, Blackjack has one of the lowest house edges in the casino.

Your game will improve and your money will last longer. In fact, you will have a 25% chance of being ahead after 25,000 hands. You certainly can't say that about Slot machines! Here are some factors that you should consider to help you make good Blackjack decisions.

Blackjack Table Selection Hands are played at a fast pace so if you choose a table with several players you have more time to make correct decisions, especially if you sit in the middle or the end of the table. Most Casinos will let you have a basic strategy chart while you play, so take advantage of that if you’re not 100% sure on basic strategy. Additionally, the slower pace will make your money last longer. Playing at a full table (on average) you will get around sixty hands an hour, while playing one-on-one with the dealer you will average approximately two hundred hands in an hour.

Blackjack Bankroll Your Blackjack Bankroll should be disposable income, money that you can comfortably afford to lose. If you are a recreational player, you should look at your Bankroll as entertainment money. You could go to the movies, out to dinner, or go to the casino with your entertainment money, but once it's gone your entertainment is over. Under no circumstances should you gamble your rent, child support, or car payment money. Besides being a special kind of stupid (in my opinion) if you do, you won't play correctly either. Depending on the type of Blackjack player you are, will determine how much of a bankroll you need. The professional player who comes to the casino for one reason only, to extract money from the casino, usually has a separate stash built up from winnings. Personally, I have a journal that I use to track

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the date, casino, time, and wins/losses. I know down to the penny how much I win or lose. I have statistics for the last 30 years.

Doing this also demonstrates how good or bad your game really is. What ever size your bankroll is, you should only risk a fraction of it on any one hand. If you are going to be playing a few hours 1%-5% of your bankroll is all you should be betting per hand. If you are playing at a $5 table you need about $500. That way you can lose 20 hands per hour for up to 5 hours.

Blackjack Table Limits When choosing a Blackjack table, find one that has a minimum bet you are comfortable with. Generally, that bet should only be 5% of your Bankroll. I think most players are the most comfortable with playing at a $5 table, although they are getting harder to find, especially during peak times.

Basic Strategy Decisions Basic Strategy was developed by running millions of simulations on an IBM mainframe to find out the best way to play each hand in Blackjack. If a Blackjack player knows basic strategy perfectly, over the long run they can reduce the casinos’ advantage to around –0.54% depending on the casinos’ rules, and how many decks that are used. Most players at some point start playing hunches which gives the casino an additional 5% advantage over them. That means instead of losing 50 cents for every $100 put into play they lose $5 for every $100. With chart in hand, go to the table and when each hand comes up look at the chart and play the hand correctly. Not only will you give yourself the best chance of winning but the other players at your table will appreciate your text book play.

Blackjack Factors As you can see, there are many factors that affect your decisions you make at the Blackjack table. If you would like to discover additional tactics that can help you win, or need basic strategy, go to my free website FreeWebs.com/TJsBlackjackCorner.

Let us know what you think about this article! Send us an e-mail to editor@azgamingguide.com with “TJ’s Table Games” as the subject. Good luck! $ Writer TJ Jorgensen has been a professional Blackjack player for over 20 years. He is well known for his tournament play and has beaten some of the top tournament players in the world. He has also won the World Series Of Blackjack. His book, “Beating The Casino At Their Own Game” is available by email at: tj21pro@gmail.com.

WINNING WAYS

By Mark Novak

PUT MONEY IN YOUR WALLET How To Quickly Boost Your Bankroll!

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isiting a casino and expecting to enjoy several hours worth of entertainment on a tight, limited budget is difficult, if not impossible, nowadays. The days of walking into a casino with $50-$100 and expecting to play all day long are over. Given that many of us don’t have unlimited spending money, we all need to carefully plan our casino budgets and get creative on ways we can increase our bankroll.

One idea that will put more money in your pocket for your next casino trip (or possibly next several casino trips) without breaking the bank is to empty the attic, the garage and the storage unit! Chances are you’re sitting on (well, under, or next to, or actually paying to store) hundreds of dollars in unwanted household goods! It’s time to say goodbye to all those items just taking up space and collecting dust. These websites will help you get some extra cash for your castoffs.

• Amazon.com may be known best for book shopping, but did you know that you can also sell virtually anything you want?

• When you’re done playing Slotomania, check out the marketplace section of Facebook.com. Yes, Facebook actually has a place for people to list items to sell!

• Exchangemyphone.com buys a variety of popular phones and they don’t even have to be in perfect condition. Get a quote, ship for free, and get paid!

• Do you have rare items such as coins, stamps, classic toys and vintage electronics? EBay.com is still the best website on the internet for branded and highly sought-after items.

• Craigslist.org continues to be one of the best sites to sell large items to local buyers. Expensive to ship items like furniture, office equipment, and exercise equipment always do well.

Better yet, get a group of friends, family members or neighbors together and do a community garage sale! $

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ariah Jordan Sharpe, representing the Colorado River Indian Tribes (CRIT), was crowned Miss Indian Arizona 2017-2018 on October 14, 2017 at the Chandler Center for the Arts. Mariah also won the Best Evening Wear, Oral Presentation, Essay, and Community Service Awards. The theme for this year’s program was Elders – Our Spirit, Our Foundation.

Mariah is the daughter of Chaweka Fisher and Isaac Sharpe. She is an enrolled member of CRIT located on the Colorado River in Parker, Arizona and is of Mohave and Chemehuevi descent.

Currently Mariah resides in Phoenix, Arizona where she attends Paradise Valley Community College pursuing a degree in health and wellness. Her goal is to complete her Bachelor’s Degree and then apply to medical school.

Her platform as the 56th Miss Indian Arizona is to help connect

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youth with their elders to preserve cultural knowledge. Mariah states, “Our elders are living treasures and I would love to bring attention to how much we can learn, grow, and treasure them.”

The new Miss Indian Arizona enjoys time with family and friends, paddle boarding on the Colorado River, golfing and learning traditional stories and songs from her elders.

Mariah will now face a rigorous year of travel to many Arizona Indian reservations and special appearances at various schools, pow-wows and other state events. She will also travel to several out-of-state events. In addition to this schedule, she is expected to maintain her school attendance which will be very challenging. The Miss Indian Arizona Association’s philosophy is that education is a very high priority.

As the new Miss Indian Arizona, Mariah is literally following in the footsteps of her elders. Tracing her heritage back to her

Left: 1st Attendant Kaelia Mae Nash—San Carlos Apache Tribe Center: Winner Mariah Jordan Sharpe—CRIT Right: 2nd Attendant Lexie Michael James—Hopi Tribe grandfather’s sister, Veronica Homer, and we find the first Miss Indian Arizona who won her crown at the Arizona State Fair in 1961. “It’s still surreal to me. It’s still a feeling I haven’t grasped yet. I see the crown and I see the sash, but it hasn’t hit me fully,” Sharpe said in an interview.

This year’s winner is definitely an example of the power of positive thinking, a fact she openly admits in a recent interview. "I guess you could say growing up I always saw myself as being Miss Indian Arizona one day and it's a dream that came true."

During last year’s Miss Indian Arizona, Sharpe competed and was awarded the second attendant title (second runner-up).

However, Mariah is not one to quit and has always been focused on self-improvement from a young age. She said in an interview recently, "I was an introvert and I didn't like it. I went to my mom a month before our Junior Miss (CRIT) pageant and told her, 'Hey, Mom, I wanna run. I want to come out of my shell and be able to express myself to our community.' We spent a whole month preparing for a pageant and then came pageant time, I was on that stage in front of our community scared as ever, shaking, and look where it's landed me!”

Representing Arizona’s 22 Native American tribes, as well as her own, Miss Sharpe is now a cultural and goodwill ambassador within and beyond the borders of this state and tribal reservations.

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There are many reasons to visit BlueWater Resort & Casino in Parker, Arizona. As the name implies, water is the primary highlight at the resort. The picturesque Colorado River is literally just a few steps away from the hotel rooms, and one of the most stunning features at this beautiful Resort is the atrium, where there are three indoor swimming pools at four different levels, the spa/Jacuzzi, the 15 foot waterfall and a giant two story water slide.

And putting all the water aside, ultimately BlueWater Resort & Casino offers guests a unique and gratifying resort and casino experience by delivering on their promise as the destination to “Stay, Play, Eat and Relax!”

How can guests benefit the most at BlueWater Resort & Casino?

Just join the players club, called THEclub! At BlueWater Resort & Casino, THEclub members get the most out of their play by always using THEclub card. Slots, Blackjack, Poker and Bingo all become more rewarding as a member of THEclub! Plus, with THEclub card, players redeem points for Free Slot Play, Hotel Discounts, Food, Retail Items and more. Bingo and Table Games Players earn their points based on rated play.

Players who always take advantage of the valuable rewards at BlueWater Resort & Casino can earn their way to exclusive VIP rewards. The more points earned the more rewards received!

Points earned can be redeemed for Free Slot Play, food, rooms,

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merchandise, and a lot more.

Guests can also find a video arcade, a miniature golf course, and a cinema adjacent to BlueWater Resort & Casino. In addition, the resort continues to provide top-notch entertainment in the BlueWater Show Room and outdoors in the BlueWater Amphitheater on the Colorado River. BlueWater Resort & Casino also plays host to a variety of events, including boat races, off-road races, triathlons, golf tournaments and other shows.

BlueWater Resort & Casino, located along the shores of the Colorado River in Parker, Arizona, is the entertainment capital of western Arizona. An enterprise of CRIT, BlueWater Resort & Casino features 200 river view rooms and suites, over 500 Slot machines, Table Games, a Poker Room and a Bingo parlor.

Nationally renowned celebrities appear regularly at the BlueWater Amphitheater. Past performances at the venue include artists such as Wynona, Willie Nelson, Trace Adkins, Dwight Yoakam, Kenny Rogers and many others. The resort has a 100slip marina, and several restaurants including River Willow, the Parker area’s most outstanding steakhouse.

To make reservations and for more information on BlueWater Resort & Casino, call 1.888.243.3360 or visit BlueWaterFun.com.

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ARIZONA LOTTERY

By Megan Conner

NEW CASH ADVENTURE SCRATCHERS Arizona Lottery Partners With Arizona Game & Fish Department!

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utdoor enthusiasts can hunt a different type of buck this season with the first-ever Arizona Lottery Cash Adventure Game and Fish Scratchers ticket.

Arizona Lottery teamed up with the Arizona Game and Fish Department to launch an exclusively branded Scratchers ticket with a $50,000 top prize and unique second-chance prizes. The game kicked off in December, bringing three nature-themed play areas with a variety of Arizona wildlife and outdoor landscapes.

The Arizona Lottery has given more than $383 million to Arizona Game and Fish since 1994 to protect Arizona’s unique landscape and wildlife, and the Arizona Lottery continues to build its relationship with the state agency. This partnership allows both agencies to combine the grandeur of the outdoors with the excitement of playing the Arizona Lottery.

“We are always looking for creative ways to expand our partnerships and serve our players, and we are thrilled to continue to build our relationship with Game and Fish,” Executive Director of the Arizona Lottery Gregg Edgar said. “Players not only have the chance to win cash prizes and top-of-the-line fishing gear, but they will also have the satisfaction of knowing they are supporting Arizona conservation efforts.”

Players can win cash prizes starting from $5 all the way up to a grand prize of $50,000. Players also have the opportunity to double their winnings by scratching to reveal a fishing hat symbol. Players who don’t reel in a winning ticket can enter for a chance to win an exciting second-chance prize. From fishing licenses and range passes to camping gear and a premium fishing boat, players won’t want to miss out on this one-of-a-kind second-chance promotion!

In addition to the Cash Adventure Scratchers ticket, the Arizona Lottery installed vending machines at two Arizona Game and Fish locations. Players and Game and Fish visitors will find the vending machines at the Phoenix Game and Fish information center and the Ben Avery Shooting Facility.

The Cash Adventure Game and Fish Scratchers ticket is available now and players can purchase their tickets at all 2,900+ Arizona Lottery retailers. For more information about Cash Adventure and other Arizona Lottery games, visit ArizonaLottery.com. $

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TRAVEL

Route 66 Casino Hotel & RV Resort

By Janis DeLaney

ROUTE 66 CASINO HOTEL & RV RESORT Experience RV Luxury On Route 66!

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iscover the Southwest’s newest vacation destination, the Route 66 RV Resort. Located 15 minutes west of Albuquerque, on Historic Route 66, this multi-million dollar RV vacation spot embodies the American tradition and spirit of the Mother Road with its unique architectural design and deluxe resort and casino amenities.

Once you exit Interstate 40 and turn into the Route 66 Casino and RV Resort complex, RV travelers will take comfort in the gated security offered by the RV Resort. The convenience continues with large, easy pull-through sites on easy-to-navigate paved roads. You’ll savor the stunning views and enjoy the peace and quiet of the surrounding Southwest landscape at any one of our 100 full-service RV sites. Travelers have a choice of 100/50/30/20 AMP connections, and all site locations include the comforts of a picnic table and fire ring.

The Route 66 RV Resort was awarded the coveted 10/10*/10 rating from the industry’s leading publication, Good Sam. Route 66 RV Resort is confident you’ll agree as you delight in their many state-of-the-art resort amenities. The deluxe RV Clubhouse features a fireplace, large-screen television, billiards table and games, full kitchen, a high-end workout facility, spa-like bathroom and laundry facilities. Peer out the back windows of the RV Clubhouse and be greeted with a glimpse of the stunning resort-style pool, which features a beach entry, hot tub and 60-foot water slide. Relaxation is sure to be top-of-mind as you try the brand new putting green. They’ve even thought of fun for the furry family members and they’ve taken “pet friendly” to a whole new level at the Route 66 RV Resort, and pets are welcome at any of the RV facilities. Two fenced-in, grassy dog parks provide plenty of room for exercise and play, and debuting in spring of 2018, guests will be able to enjoy the complimentary use of a new dog washing station.

New Mexico provides the perfect backdrop for groups seeking an exciting new rally location. With space to accommodate groups from ten to 500, your family or friends can enjoy Albuquerque’s most popular vacation destinations within a few minutes’ drive. Spend the evening recapping the day’s adventure over a campfire meal at the RV Resort’s outdoor rally barn.

Equipped with multiple gas grills, sinks, counters, and picnic tables, the rally barn is sure to be the gathering point for your group for the duration of your trip. Catering services from the award-winning Route 66 Casino Food and Beverage Team can provide plenty of delicious dining options for your group.

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Route 66 Casino Hotel & RV Resort Water Slide

Located just steps away from the RV Resort, discover the thrills of a Vegas-style casino at the Route 66 Casino Hotel. With over 1,300 of the latest reel, slots, video poker and progressive machines, plus 15 action-packed table games, you’ll find the perfect game to Get Your Kicks. Enjoy your favorite poker games in the reserved Poker Room, featuring multiple tables with nightly tournaments. You’ll always find something new and exciting at the Route 66 Casino Bingo Hall, with over 500 seats, 45 digital bingo screens and an on-site snack bar, you’ll never have to leave your seat.

You can experience world-class quality, service and value at one of the award-winning restaurants and three lounges. The Hungry Cowboy Buffet, named Best Casino Buffet by Albuquerque The Magazine, offers guests over 200 delicious menu selections.

Tempt your taste buds at Thunder Road Steakhouse and Cantina. This multi-level restaurant serves up sizzling steaks, spicy tacos, and specialty drinks from a full tequila bar. Flashback to the good ol’ days at Johnny Rockets restaurant for an AllAmerican burger and milkshake. Main Street Restaurant is the perfect place for a home-style breakfast. If you’re looking to simply whet your whistle, swing by the 360 Lounge, Poker Pub, or Main Street Bar, and ask about the drink specials. Located two minutes from the RV Resort is the 66 Pit Stop, home of the World-Famous Laguna Burger! Winner of Best Green Chili Cheeseburger at the New Mexico State Fair, this is one meal that you need to experience during your travels to the Land of Enchantment.

Plan your Route 66 adventure today! RV reservations can be made at RT66RVResort.com or by calling 1.505.352.8000. Route 66 Casino Hotel reservations can be made at RT66Casino.com or by calling 1.505.352.7866. $

GAMING NEWS

$400 Million Casino Breaks Ground In Phoenix West Valley Construction Begins on Full-Scale Desert Diamond West Valley Casino More than eight years after the project was first announced, the Tohono O’odham Gaming Enterprise (TOGE) broke ground on the permanent, full-scale home for its Desert Diamond West Valley Casino. The new facility will feature a 75,000 squarefoot casino floor with Class III Slot machines, Poker and Blackjack tables, and live Bingo, as well as five restaurants. Construction of the $400 million project will last an estimated 24 months. Once complete, the full-scale casino will employ approximately 1,600 people. The interim casino will continue operating during construction and then transition to use as a warehouse after the full-scale casino opens. Edward Manuel, Chairman of the Tohono O’odham Nation said, “This facility will provide jobs and economic opportunity for members of the Tohono O’odham Nation, the West Valley, and Arizona.

The Nation is proud of the partnerships we have forged in the region, which will only strengthen and grow as we move for-

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ward.” Andy Asselin, CEO of the Tohono O’odham Gaming Enterprise said, “This is a day our guests and employees have been looking forward to for a long time. We’ve put together a terrific construction team that will be developing a unique attraction for the entire West Valley. We’re eager to get started.” TOGE is also planning future phases of construction once the permanent casino is complete, including a hotel, spa and other resort amenities. Once fully built out, the resort and casino will create more than 3,000 jobs. $

GAMING NEWS

Gila River Gaming Enterprises, Inc. Names Two New Directors Of Casino Marketing Gila River Gaming Enterprises, Inc., recently named Blake Katsnelson and Justin Sullivan to serve as the Directors of Casino Marketing for the three gaming and hotel properties in the Phoenix valley area. Sullivan will serve as Director of Casino Marketing for Vee Quiva Hotel & Casino and Katsnelson will serve as the Director of Casino Marketing for Wild Horse Blake Katsnelson Pass Hotel & Casino and Lone Butte Director Casino Marketing Casino.

Both Katsnelson and Sullivan will work under Vice President of Marketing Dominic Orozco who oversees marketing operations at all three Gila River properties.

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“I am looking forward to contributing to the vision of Gila River Hotels & Casinos corporate brand by aligning Wild Horse Pass Hotel & Casino and Lone Butte Casino to meet the new overall corporate brand standards,” said Katsnelson.

“After being with the Gila River Hotels & Casinos of more than nine Justin Sullivan years, I am eager to take my experiDirector Casino Marketing ence from my previous role at Wild Horse Pass Hotel & Casino to help elevate the corporate brand,” said Sullivan. Additional information about all three Gila River Casinos is available at 1.800.946.4452, or online at WinGilaRiver.com. $

GAMING NEWS

Cliff Castle Casino Hotel Opens Expanded Non-Smoking Area

Cliff Castle Casino Hotel in Camp Verde, AZ, is proud to announce the opening of their expanded non-smoking area. With 108 of the most popular Slot machines, Cliff Castle Casino now has one of the largest non-smoking casino areas in the state of Arizona. James Perry, Director of Marketing at Cliff Castle Hotel, said, “We are responding to our guests’ requests for a nonsmoking Slot area. This new section of the casino floor will connect directly to the new hotel, which will be entirely smoke free as well. We are very excited to have one of the largest nonsmoking Slot sections in Arizona and the response from our guests is very positive!”

no floor to the new hotel lobby.

To play your favorite Slots in the comfort of a non-smoking environment, simply walk in the main entrance of the casino and head to your left. Easily identified with a prominently lighted sign, the non-smoking Slot area connects the main casi-

In addition to the Slot machines, Video Poker players who prefer a non-smoking environment will have machines available in the smoke free area as well. For more information about Cliff Castle Casino, visit CliffCastleCasinoHotel.com. $

L to R: James Perry, Dir. of Marketing; Kimberly Miranda, Dir. of Finance; Jonathan Hood, Casino Mgr.; Ron Ingoglia, Dir. of Slots; Danny Gutierrez, GM.

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LAUGHLIN, NEVADA

By Elizabeth Schueren

WIN YOUR SHARE OF $50,000 NOW! $30k Slot Tournament & $20k Blackjack Tournament

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he Golden Nugget Laughlin is starting 2018 by giving away more than $50,000 in January! Visit in January to grab your share of the cash!

The fun starts with their $30,000 Winter Wonderland Slot Tournament, January 11-13. Where all players win cash, plus in each round of the tournament Golden Nugget Laughlin will be giving the top three scores up to $100 in Free Slot Play. First place in their $30K Winter Wonderland Slot Tournament takes home $10,000!

The fun continues at Golden Nugget Laughlin January 26 through January 28 with their $20,000 Football Fever Blackjack Tournament. The top 20 players in the tournament will win a share of the $20,000 prize pool, with first place winning $10,000.

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That’s not all Golden Nugget Laughlin is giving away in their Football Fever Blackjack Tournament. All players in the tournament will be entered into a bonus cash drawing on Saturday, January 27 where four lucky players will each win $250 cash.

By the way, the hottest and luckiest Slot machines are at the Golden Nugget Laughlin! Last year the Golden Nugget Laughlin awarded more than $437 million in jackpot payouts!

For more information about the Golden Nugget Laughlin and their upcoming promotions and entertainment or to book a stay, please visit their website at GoldenNuggetLaughlin.com or give them a call at 1.800.237.1739. $

LAUGHLIN, NEVADA

By Mark Novak

TROP BINGO IS AT TROP LAUGHLIN! Trop Bingo Is The Hottest New Gaming Experience On Casino Drive!

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he Tropicana Laughlin is home to a state-of-the-art Bingo hall located on the casino floor – it’s a must-see & play during your stay in Laughlin, Nevada!

This isn’t your ordinary Bingo hall, either. The Tropicana Laughlin created the ultimate Bingo experience, complete with luxury seating, ample table space, touch-screen, portable Bingo stations, and, of course, state-of-the-art calling technology with multiple wide screens and surround-sound capabilities! Plus, the Trop Bingo Hall offers both smoking and non-smoking sections for the comfort of guests.

Featuring a wide selection of daily Bingo coveralls, prizes and seasonal monthly Bingo bash, this is the ultimate party atmosphere! Grab a drink and hit the cards! Daily Bingo sessions in the Trop Bingo Hall include the following games:

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9AM & 9PM – $1,000 NO SPLIT COVERALL in 55#s or less.

No split consolation $150. Odd Ball Bingo—Bingo on Odd# on Games 3, 5, 7 & 9 and win Double Pay (Mo., We., Fr.) 11AM, 3PM & 7PM—POWER PAY PROGRESSIVE! Countdown Coverall—Win Progressive Jackpot in 50#s or less. Consolation $250. Game 1—Bingo in 18#s or less, win 5X pay.

1PM – DOUBLE ACTION MATINEE! Odd Ball Bingo – Bingo on Odd# on Odd Games and win Double Pay (Tu., Th., Su.) 5PM – MORE MONEY! Promo Packs Pay $60. $5 Packs Buy-In Pay $90. $7 Packs Buy-In Pay $120. Small $6 Rainbow Packs available in electronic units only. Receive a free promo pack for every pack purchased and a free pack for having a Trop Advantage card.

SUPER SPIN DOUBLE ACTION COVERALL! Up to $50,000 with only a $1 Buy-In at every session. Wheel spins to win prizes, points or point multipliers on select days and sessions. $

Editor’s Pick

CASINO ENTERTAINMENT

Aaron Watson

Surrender

Desert Diamond Casino—Sahuarita February 24

Hon-Dah Resort Casino January 19

Country music star Aaron Watson is making a special Tucson Rodeo weekend appearance at Desert Diamond Casino’s Diamond Center on Saturday, February 24, 2018. Tickets are on sale now through Star Tickets and at Desert Diamond Casino’s Rewards Center. Tickets start at $15. Doors open at 7pm and the show starts at 8pm.

The name says it all! Based out of Arizona, Surrender is a complete re-creation of the famous Hall of Fame rockers Cheap Trick back in the late 70s and early 80s.

West Texas native Aaron Watson isn’t interested in what someone else thinks he should do. But instead of getting lonely as he sidesteps expectations, he’s gaining followers, hundreds of thousands of them. Throughout his 17-year career that spans a dozen albums and more than 2,500 shows throughout the U.S. and Europe, 39-year-old Watson has stubbornly and sincerely identified with the everyman, even as he’s proven to be the exception to the rule.

The concert is amazing with the band playing all the famous Cheap Trick hits like I Want You To Want Me, Dream Police, Surrender and many more.

The latest evidence of Watson’s homespun singularity is Vaquero, an ambitious 16-song set of character-driven storytelling, level-headed cultural commentary, and love songs for grownups that promise to further solidify his status as one of today’s finest torch-bearers of real country music. Vaquero is the follow-up to 2015’s The Underdog, an acclaimed collection that made history as the first time an independent, male country artist had ever outsold majors to premiere No. 1 on the Billboard Country Albums Chart. Refusing to worry about charts or current trends, Watson hopes the main thing Vaquero accomplishes is bringing his growing legion of fans joy.

Treena Parvello, Director of Public Relations and Communications for the Tohono O’odham Gaming Enterprise, said, “We’re so excited to welcome Aaron Watson to the Diamond Center for a special rodeo weekend show! Southern Arizona loves the rodeo and country music, so bringing the two together is a real treat. Get your tickets early, because they’re sure to go fast!” $

The show brings back the original lineup of Rick Nielsen, Robin Zander, Bun E' Carlos and Tom Peterson.

The cast recreates the era with the exact instruments, costumes and looks. You can’t help but get sucked in and believe it’s the real musicians they portray.

Surrender is the tribute act bringing you closest to the sights and sounds of classic Cheap Trick. $ Upcoming Entertainment At Hon-Dah Resort Casino: Jan. 2-6 Walker Williams (Country) Jan. 9-13 In-A-Fect (R&B) Jan. 16-20 The Doo-Wah Riders (Country) Jan. 23-27 Clark County Band (Country) Jan. 30-Feb. 3 High Rise (Variety) Feb. 6-10 Orchard Fire (Country) Feb. 13-17 Kid-n-Nic (Variety) Feb. 20-24 James Presley Band (Country & Variety)

Verify all details & age restrictions (generally 21 & over) for each event. Venues, times, dates, & ticket information are subject to change. Photos/images copyright of the individual artist(s), photographer(s), or venue(s). All Rights Reserved. We are not responsible for incorrect, missing, or outdated information.

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SAMI’S SMACKDOWN

By Sami Becker

THE POWER OF POSITIVE THINKING! How I Maximize My Enjoyment And Minimize My Losses

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y casino trips and my approach to them has evolved over the years. I used to accept most invitations from friends or family to go to a casino. Now I go to a casino when I feel like going.

I see now how I can clearly trace this losing and winning discrepancy between being invited and going when my gut tells me to back to my attitude.

I keep financial records, as all casino enthusiasts should, of my trips. These records include my bankroll, where and when I go, what I played (down to the machine numbers and their location), free play, other comps, free concert tickets, gas, etc. Most importantly I track my wins and losses.

When I decide to go, I’m happy and positive in my overall attitude. When others invite me to go, I may have to rearrange my week, my weekend, or something else in order to make it work.

And, frequently, I’m not having that gut feeling to go. Coincidence? I think not! I’ve got the records to back up my claim.

Think about your casino trips, is there a similar pattern? $

After reviewing the accumulated data, I began to notice a pattern. When I took a trip based on my “desire to go,” let’s call it my instinct, I’d be even or up. When I took a trip when other people invited me, I’d be down and rarely even. The numbers don’t lie, which is why all my readers should keep records!

Do YOU have a RANT OR RAVE? If so, write me at: sami@azgamingguide.com or by mail at: “Sami” Arizona Gaming Guide PO BOX 20636 Mesa, AZ 85277. If I pick your topic for publication in a future issue, you’ll get a $25 gift card!

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FUN & GAMES

WORD SEARCH To Celebrate National Puzzle Day On January 29, Find: ARIZONA, GLOBE, DUDLEYVILLE, PARKER, PRESCOTT, SCOTTSDALE, TUCSON, CAMP VERDE, SOMERTON, SAHUARITA, GLENDALE, WHY, FORT MCDOWELL, MARICOPA, PINETOP, CHANDLER, PAYSON, YUMA, MOHAVE VALLEY, FLAGSTAFF, LAVEEN. Words appear in any direction. (Sol. on p. 38)

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Sources: AZ Dept. of Gaming—Current Tribal Gaming Status as of 12/01/17 & direct inquiries at press time. Not responsible for incorrect information. Contact editor@azgamingguide.com to make updates.

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