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Astronomy....................................................................................................33 Attractions..............................................................................................34-35 Az Tourist News Partners ..........................................................................47 Birdwatching ................................................................................................33 Casinos ..........................................................................................................37 Central Arizona......................................................................................18-20 Colorado River Region....................................................................................5 Contests...................................................................................................31, 35 Events, Featured..........................................................................................24 August Events.........................................................................................28 September Events .................................................................................29 October Events ......................................................................................30 A Month of Sundays.................................................................................31 Ongoing Events..........................................................................................31 Flagstaff ......................................................................................................10-11

Four Corners Region ................................................................................22-23 Grand Canyon.............................................................................................12-13 Guest and Dude Ranches.............................................................................40 Itineraries ........................................................................................................21 Lodging............................................................................................................26 Mexico .............................................................................................................39 Native American Culture .......................................................................36, 38 Northland................................................................................................10-17 Public Lands ....................................................................................................41 Rim Country....................................................................................................19 RV Resorts & Campgrounds ...................................................................42-46 Statewide Map .........................................................................................24-25 Southern Az ..................................................................................................6-9 Sports...............................................................................................................32 Tombstone........................................................................................................8 Travel Briefs - International, National & Regional....................................4 Travel Writers ................................................................................................26 Tucson ............................................................................................................6-7 Visitors Centers..............................................................................................47 White Mountains ......................................................................................14-15

Letter from the Publisher The lazy days of summer are upon us. Lazy for some perhaps... take advantage, get up and go...there’s so much to discover. Never a dull moment, always lots of EventFULL happenings and goings on in this Natural Theme Park of America we all call Arizona. I think one of the challenges those who market their destinations in Arizona face is the “perception/reality” question. We certainly are more than a desert, and certainly a desert unlike most. When you have the discretionary time to get into your car or if you are this moment reading this as you drive along the highways that connect over 170 communities, each with its own special offering, take note of the climate changes... When you think of Arizona in the summer, what comes to mind... HOT, dry, barren? But wait, that’s not the real-

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by Steve Willis We have some exciting new things to see at www.aztourist.com! Our most recent major improvement is our new regional Community Profile sections. Each of these contains a list of various communities within the State of Arizona, each name linked to a 2-page Adobe Acrobat PDF file containing a map showing where the community is located, a brief history, a list of local attractions and things to see, census and economic information, who the major employers are, local weather statistics, and even the phone numbers of the local municipal government, utility companies, and chambers of commerce. Soon we will also have Community Profiles for all the major Native American tribes in the state. These will be linked from the Native American section and contain the same kind of information as the regional profiles. These profiles have been provided as a public service by Az Tourist News in partnership with the Arizona State Department of Commerce (www.azcommerce.com). We’ve also greatly enhanced our Wild, Wild West section recently, consolidating all our dude/guest ranch listings into one easy-to-use location as well as adding a new Western Events list. There are many new capabilities and content coming to the AzTN site in the not-too-distant future - stay tuned!

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ity! Monsoon rains cool and refresh and elevation brings a drop of 20-30 degrees in temperature. Summer at 8,000 feet in the White Mountains is a perfect time for the family to hike, fish and tie those family knots real tight. Lots of good STUFF is going on throughout Arizona, especially in these cooler destinations... and remember, cool = elevation so don’t forget to check out mountain communities everywhere in the state, including the south. For a great start, have a look at our featured events. For the latest in green building and alternative fuel vehicles visit the Southwest Renewable Energy Fair in Flagstaff. Of the many festivals in that charming city we have also picked the Zuni Marketplace for your attention as a remarkable opportunity to buy authentic Native American works. Prescott offers the Arizona Cowboy Poets Gathering for a unique look at western culture while Williams’ Cool Country Cruise-In and Route 66 Festival takes you back to

AZ Tourist News FAST FACTS September 1997 Founded as Tucson Tourist News in Tucson by Anthony Venuti, Publisher, with a circulation of 50,000 readers. June 1998 evolved to AZ Tourist News with circulation reaching 125,000 readers. Expanded distributed throughout all of Az at over 1,000 locations including hotels, visitor centers, visitor destinations, etc. April 1999 - AZ Tourist News ON-LINE was established. Currently receiving over 500,000 verifiable hits monthly. Over 700 pages of information on Arizona destination travel. May 2001 AZ Tourist Visitor Center opens in Tanger Outlet Mall. Between Phoenix and Tucson on I-10 providing valuable and timely visitor information as needed 7 days a week. April 2002- AOT awards contract to AZ Tourist News to publish The Arizona Event Guide Quarterly. Published now 4 times a year, 10,000 glossy guides are made available to visitor centers, chambers, and cvb’s throughout the state. For more information or to advertise call 1-800-462-8705

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the hey day of the 50s and 60s. Last but not least, Sonoita’s 88th Annual Labor Day Rodeo brings you a first hand demonstration of cowboy skills. Don’t forget to enter our contests for a chance at great getaway prizes! We offer a new contest this month with a photo for you to identify... can you do it? Word of caution America as you travel Arizona. Treat it like it is your own back yard please... it is you know. Take ownership, pay attention to fire hazards and take heed of the warnings that accompany them. It is unfortunate that something that takes so long to bloom can go up in smoke literally in minutes, hours and days, taking a few lifetimes or more to regain its majesty. Oh... if you see a fireman... pick up his tab, or at least pat him on the back and say thank you. Ciao,

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MAIN OFFICE -TUCSON Publisher/Editor Anthony Venuti Managing Editor Charlis McVey Art Director Alaena Hernandez Associate Editor Pam Marlowe Associate EditorTric Ortiz Travel Director Associate Editor Deb McQueen Associate Editor Tom Cline Listings Editor Kate Seymour Webmaster Steve Willis Distribution Jack DeRaps The Blue Ghost

Submissions of Articles & Press Releases: Deadline August 15, 2003. Fax (520) 622-7275. Press releases, etc. are always welcomed. Az Tourist News, P.O. Box 5083, Tucson, AZ, 85703. Toll Free (800) 462-8705, (520) 624-2897, (520) 6227275 Fax, email info@aztourist.com, www.aztourist.com To reach an account executive, associate editor or to contact the editor or publisher, call (800) 462-8705. Any editorial portion of AZ Tourist News may not be duplicated without written permission from the Publisher. AZ Tourist News © 2003. 60,000 copies distributed monthly. Look for us at visitors centers, hotels, resorts, movie theaters, restaurants, major attractions, major events, and everywhere else in Arizona!

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EVENT SUBMISSION GUIDELINES: Due to the demand for listing events, we have set the following guidelines. We hope that these will clarify our criteria. 1. Space Availability: We simply cannot list all the events we receive. We reserve the right to select appropriate event listings and when space is tight, we will give first priority to those who partner with us. 2. Length: 25-30 words in length or 180 characters. This should include the necessary information such as event title, date, venue, brief description of event, admission and public contact number for further information. The name of the city is not included in the word count. 3. Type: Tourism / Visitor related... typically this leaves out charitable events and events that would draw from only the participants’ family, friends and like demographic reach, unless these have a particularly “western” or Arizona theme. Events submitted on line at www.aztourist.com or e-mailed to Charlis@acttucson.com will be given priority consideration. We have limited staff to retype, fax for approval/proofing, etc. If you can help us help you, it will be in your best interest to do so, for the time we can save will encourage us to choose your events. Pick up your copy of Az Tourist News at participating Village Inn Restaurants

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by Charlis McVey As summer drags on in the southern and western deserts of Arizona, the endless sultry heat broken only intermittently by the monsoon rains, our thoughts turn to that perennial summer playground... the White Mountains of eastern Arizona. Residents dream of tall green pines and cool sparkling lakes, while visitors from afar search out the dude ranch experience and Native American culture. Stretching from Heber-Overgaard in the west clear to the New Mexico border on the east, the region is a jewel of nature, with more than 40 lakes, hundreds of miles of rivers and streams, and abundant wildlife. Anglers, hunters with gun or camera, birdwatchers and hikers return year after year to this outdoor paradise. Elk, black bear, bobcat, fox, bald eagle, water fowl, trout, bass, northern pike and many more species inhabit this wilderness. While the opportunities for outdoor recreation lure many, others are drawn by the charm of the small towns, the relaxed pace of life, the summer festivals, the antique shops... they come in their RVs or search out one of the many unique B&Bs, cabin rentals, or excellent hotels and just enjoy the pleasure of cooler temperatures and a break from the stress of city life. The Pinetop-Lakeside and Show Low area is the main hub of the western part of the region, while Springerville and Eagar are the main towns in the eastern portion of the White Mountains. Other communities include Heber-Overgaard,

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Snowflake/Taylor, Greer, Alpine, St. Johns and the White Mountain Apache Reservation. Each has something unique to offer. Pinetop-Lakeside is popular for its shopping, quaint cafes and fine dining, its festivals, and proximity to the White Mountain TrailSystem, rated as one of the top three trail networks in the nation. Hike or bike along the nearly 180 miles of interconnecting loops and trails some of which are paved and handicap accessible. Mountain bikes are available for rent in town and guided horseback tours will take you through the scenic woods. Coming up August 9-10 the White Mountain Bluegrass Music Festival will bring bands, gospel music, cloggers, nightly jam sessions, craft and food vendors and a children’s workshop - you won’t want to miss this infectious music! Or plan ahead for the Annual Fall Festival on September 27-28. This jampacked event includes a parade, “Run to the Pines” Car Show, antique show & sale, quilt show, Kids Zone, pops concert, rummage sale and more. That popular phrase “something for everyone” truly has meaning here! Another draw in the Pinetop area is the nearby Hon-Dah Casino Resort with its gourmet restaurant, show lounge with Las Vegas style entertainment and excit-

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ing gaming action. Coming soon - on September 13 - Chubby Checker will be performing... plan to book a room for this exciting concert! Those who enjoy the history and heritage of a region will want to ask at any of the visitor centers for the self-guided auto touring adventure, the “Trail of Many Tracks.” Local voices tell the tales of the many towns on the driving loop. Some of the attractions you’ll have a chance to visit include historic Fort Apache and the Apache Cultural Center, the Little House Museum near Eagar and Lyman Lake State Park’s Petroglyph Trail. Springerville-Eagar is the site of one of the most fascinating attractions, the Casa Malpais Archaeological Park. The 13th century ruins include a Great Kiva, astronomical observatory and hidden natural staircase. These towns also sponsor popular summer events, among them the Valle Redondo Fat Tire Fiesta for mountain bikers on August 22-24 and the Cowboy Cow Pasture Golf Tournament on August 29-30. As you make your plans to visit the White Mountains, consider staying with one of our cover sponsors. The Best Western Inn of Pinetop offers 42 spacious guest rooms with a complimentary daily continental breakfast and newspaper, heated indoor spa and Jacuzzi, cable TV with HBO, and dataports. There are also rooms for the physically challenged. Also in Pinetop, make yourself at home with the Holiday Inn Express. Your pets are welcome, too. You’ll enjoy the indoor whirlpool, sauna and exercise room as well as the in-room refrigerator, microwave and coffeemaker. Start your

day with the complimentary deluxe breakfast bar. Sierra Springs Ranch just outside of Pinetop offers eight luxurious log cabins, each with its own unique décor and nestled in the tall Ponderosa Pines. Guests will welcome the stone fireplaces, fully equipped kitchens with dishwashers, and use of tennis court, fishing pond, bicycles and exercise facility with sauna. Visitors will also want to consider Bison Ranch, located in Overgaard. Bison Ranch is a resort community with permanent homes, cabins to rent and the unique western experience of Bisontown, where the old-time buildings bring to mind the days of Wyatt Earp. Activities include the Buffalo Museum of America, shopping, trail rides, fishing, the Chuck Wagon Dinner and Western Stage Show and more. The cool green vistas of the White Mountains beckon... call one of the numbers below for lodging and see page 15 for chamber information. Best Western Inn, 928-367-6667 or 1-800-WESTERN Holiday Inn Express, 928-367-6077 or 1-800-HOLIDAY Sierra Springs Ranch, 800-492-4059 Bison Ranch, 1-866-34-BISON Cover photos courtesy of: Arizona Office of Tourism, Klute Communications, Norman Mead, and Hon-Dah Casino.

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• 40 large guest rooms, 1 junior suite, with refrigerator, microwaves and private balcony • Complimentary continental breakfast • In-room coffeemakers • Indoor whirlpool • Individually controlled heat and air conditioning units • Cable TV with HBO • Non-smoking rooms available • Minutes from 25 trout filled lakes and 500 miles of streams • More than 20 restaurants within 2 mile radius • 5 minutes to golf • 10 minutes to Hon-Dah Casino • 10 minutes to the White Mountain Trail System • 30 minutes to Sunrise Ski Resort On Highway 260 (White Mountain Blvd.) in Pinetop, 3 hours northeast of Phoenix

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• 40 large guest rooms • Complimentary deluxe breakfast bar • In-room refrigerators, microwaves, and coffeemakers • Indoor whirlpool, sauna, and exercise room • Individually controlled heat and air conditioning units • Cable TV with HBO • Meeting room for up to 30 people • 30 Non-smoking rooms available • Quiet, interior corridor rooms • 25 trout filled lakes and 500 miles of streams within minutes • More than 20 restaurants within 2 mile radius • 5 minutes to golf • 10 minutes to Hon-Dah Casino • 10 minutes to the White Mountain Trail System • 30 minutes to Sunrise Ski Resort On Highway 260 (White Mountain Blvd.) in Pinetop, 3 hours northeast of Phoenix

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Navajo Blankets on View Exhibit at the Textile Museum in Washington, DC Navajo Blankets of the 19th Century: Selections from The Textile Museum Collections will be on view September 5, 2003 - March 14, 2004. The exhibition features 16 blankets made between 1800 and 1890 that highlight the powerful aesthetics and significant trends characteristic of 19thcentury Navajo weaving. The exhibition also explores how experts today analyze Navajo blankets’ materials, structures, and designs to assign dates to each textile. Using upright frame looms and basic hand tools, Navajo weavers created colorful wool blankets that served many purposes, including use as clothing, cloaks, baby wraps, bedding, furnishings, saddle pads, and trade goods. The blankets in the exhibition represent some of the most notable and dynamic styles developed chief’s-style blankets and women’s-style blankets, a poncho, smaller sarapes, and wedge weave blankets. The exhibit is curated by Ann Lane Hedlund, director of the Gloria F. Ross Center for Tapestry Studies at the Arizona State Museum in Tucson. Hedlund has conducted ethnographic research among contemporary Navajo weavers and historical research on southwestern textiles for thirty years and is currently a professor of anthropology at the University of Arizona. Founded in 1925, the Textile Museum is an international center for the exhibition, study, collection and preservation of the textile arts. It is a private, non-profit museum open Mon through Sat 10-5 and Sun 1-5. Admission is free; suggested donation is $5.00. For further information, call 202-667-0441.

Related Symposium Navajo Weaving in the 19th Century: History, Materials, Design October 10-12, 2003 Held in connection with the exhibition Navajo Blankets of the 19th Century, this two-day symposium will explore how Navajo weaving developed its widely admired character and beauty more than a century ago. Topics will include the impact of historical events on native weaving traditions in the American Southwest, as well as the innovative ways that Navajo weavers used fibers, dyes, weaving technology, and design as means of individual and cultural expression. Advance registration required. For fees call 202-667-0441, ext. 64, or visit www.textilemuseum.org/symposium.

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Are you looking for the perfect base for visiting Los Angeles area attractions? Downey is located in Los Angeles County on the eastern city limits of Los Angeles between Pasadena and Anaheim along Interstate 5. It is the perfect place to base yourself while visiting area tourist attractions such as Hollywood & Vine Tours, the Rancho Los Alamitos Museum, Universal Studios Inc. and Disneyland. For easy access and centrally located lodging, try the Embassy Suites in Downey, which makes touring the Los Angeles area convenient. The spacious two room suites and complimentary cooked to order breakfast make family vacations affordable. Stay in one hotel convenient to all LA area attractions and just 20 minutes to everything. Head south to Disneyland and Knott’s Berry Farm. Go north to Universal Studios, Dodger Stadium, China Town and Little Tokyo. Out west

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anchorage. The Spirit Bear is piloted by a skipper who knows these waters intimately. His fishing skills provide all the salmon, rock fish, and crab that are prepared by a gourmet chef in the full galley. Special itineraries are designed depending on the interests and desires of the guests. A small boat is carried for side trips and of course kayaks are always available. The vessel travels through the Great Bear Rainforest, anchoring in quiet coves for the evening and a peaceful night’s rest. Each day, the skipper has the option of moving many miles to an entirely new habitat, from open waters to the fjords that run into the coastal mountains. Whatever the weather, the Spirit Bear provides a comfortable haven to pass the days. For more information on The Spirit Bear Voyages or any of the excellent sea kayaking adventures offered by Northern Lights Expeditions, contact them at 800-754-7402. Their web site is www.seakayaking.com.

are various beaches, The Forum, LA Coliseum, and Hollywood Park. Being in the quiet LA suburb of Downey, the hotel is near a variety of activities including shopping at the nearby Stonewood 140-store shopping center (1/2 mile), two 18-hole golf courses (1 mile), and Downey Civic Light Opera Theatre (seasonal). Did you know that Downey is home to the World’s Oldest McDonalds? This 44 year-old eatery is the oldest in the worldwide chain of 20,000 restaurants and the last one with red-and-white striped tile exterior. Employees at this location don 50’s style uniforms with paper hats, white shirts and bolo ties. An addition houses a McDonalds museum, gift shop, restrooms and outdoor seating. For reservations at the Embassy Suites, Downey, please call 562-8611900 or 1-800-EMBASSY and request the AZ Tourist News rate.

Three Days of Blues & Brews Head to Telluride in the Rocky Mountains On September 12, 13 and 14 the 10th Anniversary of the Telluride Blues & Brews Festival will bring together over 18 nationally renowned blues bands for an exciting three days of top class entertainment. On Saturday they will be joined by 50 Microbreweries for your tasting pleasure. Many other activities will run in conjunction with the festival. Late night blues clubs, after hours jam, free Acoustic Artist Series with performances in Elks Park, 4-Day Telluride Acoustic Blues Camp and a Telluride Acoustic Blues Competition are part of the mix. In addition, there will be a unique food and craft market within the festival grounds. Parents and kids should check out

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There is no better way to experience the Inside Passage than aboard “The Spirit Bear”, a 40-foot yacht that has been converted into a luxurious floating base for exploring, sea kayaking, hiking, and beach combing. Northern Lights Expeditions, premier outfitter of camping, lodge-based and boat-based kayaking adventures, has opened up the month of October for its luxury Spirit Bear Voyages. With the Spirit Bear solidly booked from June through September of this year, this is a great opportunity to reserve space on these highly popular trips. October is the season of Indian Summer, and an excellent time to experience the incredible Inside Passage area of British Columbia. Black bears and grizzlies wander on shore, filling up on food prior to their hibernation period. The magnificent orcas, humpback and minke whales are still at their peak numbers. Dolphins and porpoises play under the bow of the ship as it sails to a new

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Rainbow Kids: a fun and games area just for children. Just take a look at the 2003 Line Up: Allman Brothers Band, Joe Cocker, Buddy Guy, Alex Maryol Band, Sue Foley, Rory Block, Campbell Brothers, Lucky Peterson, John Butler Trio, Cephas & Wiggins, Otis Taylor Band, Kenny Neal, Charlie Musselwhite, Anders Osborne with Monk Boudreaux, Karl Denson’s Tiny Universe, G. Love & Special Sauce, and North Mississippi Allstars. Single Day Tickets are $40 Fri & Sat, $45 Sun. The Three Day Pass costs $110. Order Tickets and review schedule online at www.tellurideblues.com/tickets or by calling toll-free 866-515-6166.

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Dolan Springs Days Join Us for Non-Stop Fun! FE TOW ST N IVA L

“One Voice, One Group, One Place in Dolan Springs” will be the theme for this year’s biggest celebration, Dolan Springs Days, August 29 & 30 on Labor Day weekend. Where the pavement ends (you are off Pierce Ferry Road) and the west begins is an unincorporated desert community at the base of Mount Tipton, a 6,900 foot prominence in the Cerbat Mountains in the northwest corner of Mohave County. Dolan Springs is known as the gateway to Lake Mead Recreation Area and Grand Canyon West. Only 70 miles northeast of Laughlin, NV, only 35 miles from Kingman on Hwy 93 and only minutes away from the world’s largest Joshua Tree Forest, we are the first place to have all the small town necessities after you cross the dam coming from Las Vegas, NV. This year’s Dolan Springs Day activities will of course include our famous Cow Bingo with the cow at the rodeo grounds to give his say on who will be the winner of the $250 jackpot. The event kicks off with a pancake breakfast from 7-9am at the Chamber of Commerce building. Our local VFW and American Legion will be offering food

specials throughout the day. Along with a huge parade beginning at 10am, there will be games for all ages. The non-stop fun includes a goat tie, sheep ride, ring toss, dunk tank and “Honey I’m Home” (for the adults)... in fact, too many games to list them all! For those who want to show their expertise with the shot gun there will be skeet shooting and a black powder contest. Late in the day as the sun is setting there will be barrel racing. Other activities include our 1st annual Arts & Crafts Show and Auto Show at the community building area. If you want to cool off, join the fun at Critters in the wet T-shirt contest. Last year’s grand Raffle Drawing of over 60 gifts went to winners as far away as Hawaii! Cow Bingo and Raffle tickets are available and will be sent - just give us a call at 928-767-4473 from 10-3, Mon-Fri. A new money saver has been added this year. Buy a Dolan Springs Day Button for $2.00 and get a dollar discount on many activities. There’s something for everybody at Dolan Springs Days. For more information call the Dolan Springs C of C at 928-767-4473.

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DAY TWO - This morning enjoy breakfast in Bullhead City and then head to the Colorado River Museum. This facility highlights early life along the Colorado and features displays on Mohave Indian life, mining and steamboats. In the afternoon take a taxi boat across the river to the gaming town of Laughlin, Nevada. After trying your luck at one of the many casinos, grab a bite to eat and head south on Hwy 95 for about an hour, where you will then be in Lake Havasu City.

DAY FIVE - After breakfast venture over the California state line to take in the sights of the massive sand dunes and the official Center of the World. In the afternoon travel about 10 minutes to Algodones, which is a quaint Mexican village with cultural events, activities and shops filled with many treasures. For those needing pharmaceuticals, prices are very reasonable. In the evening dine in one of the charming Mexican restaurants.

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DAY FOUR - Head south on Hwy 95 towards Yuma. On the way, you may want to stop in Parker to visit the Colorado River Indian Reservation Tribal Museum or the riverfront BlueWater Resort and Casino. There is also a golf course right along the river. Dine in historic downtown Yuma, perhaps visit one of Yuma’s two casinos. Overnight in Yuma.

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DAY ONE - Lake Mead was essentially created by the massive Hoover Dam. This morning tour the 726 foot high structure. The guided tour will take you deep within the concrete dam. After your tour, enjoy the afternoon on the largest man made lake in the country. Take your pick from a variety of watersports, from water skiing to diving. Or simply relax on the water on a houseboat. Later this evening, travel south on Hwy. 93, then west on Hwy. 68 to Bullhead City, where you will then spend the night.

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DAY THREE - Waking up in Lake Havasu City you have a plethora of options available for your day today! You may rent a boat and lounge or fish on the lake or take a guided boat tour past the famous London Bridge. You may shop and sightsee at the English Village. There are also four-wheel adventure tours into the rugged and historic areas outside of the city. Tonight, overnight in Lake Havasu City once again.

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Explore Arizona’s West Coast Yes, Arizona does have a west coast! The Colorado River creates the western border of Arizona with California, and a trip along the west coast provides many opportunities for scenic beauty and adventure. From Lake Mead in the northern part of the state, Arizona’s west coast winds 200 miles south to Mexico.

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Blythe, CA Bouse Bullhead City Chloride Cibola Colorado City, CO Dateland Dolan Springs Ehrenberg Fort Mohave Gadsden Hackberry Kaibab Kanab Kingman Lake Havasu City Laughlin, NV Littlefield Martinez Lake Mesquite Moccasin Needles, CA

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In these days of trendy chain restaurants, it’s becoming a challenge to find a place that prepares food just like Mama would. Thankfully, Mama Louisa’s offers the kind of relaxed atmosphere, old family recipes, and generous portions that Italian neighborhood restaurants are famous for. The main dining room is cozy and comfortable with its checkered tablecloths, Italian lights and landscape murals. And if the thought of fresh ingredients, homemade pastas, and carefully prepared sauces isn’t enough to convince you, consider this. Mama Louisa’s has been in business since 1956. That’s 47 years! That should say it all. However, there’s more... The menu is extensive and reasonably priced, and features a wide variety of pasta dishes in addition to veal, chicken, pork and seafood items. There’s even a “Build Your Own Platter” option where you select your main entrée (say Veal Parmigiana) and then your pasta (let’s say Tortellini Alfredo). There’s also a special

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Fun Facts About Tucson • The first episode of the popular 1960s TV show The Fugitive was filmed in downtown Tucson. Dr. Richard Kimble’s first refuge was room 26 of The Hotel Congress. • Present day Tucson was founded by an Irishman named Hugh O’Connor, who served in the Spanish Army.

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2041 S. Craycroft Rd. Tucson, Az

(520) 790-4702 Since 1956 ◆ Homemade Pastas ◆ Spaghetti, Fettuccini, Lasagna, Manicotti & Canneloni Traditional Homemade Aged Sauces, Pizza, Chicken, Veal, and Shrimp Dishes, & more!

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menu for bambinos under 10. Wine and other alcoholic beverages are served, and dinner entrees include an all-you-can-eat soup and salad bar. When you go, though, be sure to save room for the fresh, hot garlic breadsticks your server will place upon your table. Good food always takes time to prepare, but at Mama Louisa’s, you get the best of both. If you’re inclined for timely lunch, definitely visit the Soup, Salad, and Pasta Bar. With 6 pasta selections and 6 sauces (including cla-mmmmm sauce), the station cook will prepare your selection while you wait or begin your soup and salad. Mama Louisa’s Italian Restaurant also participates in the Power Card. Earn points and receive gift certificates. Stop in for a FREE card and ask for details. Mama Louisa’s is the place to return to again and again. Open for lunch and dinner, it’s located at 2041 S. Craycroft Road in Tucson. For more information call 520-790-4702.

• Tucson is the only city in the United States that hosts three Major League Baseball Spring Training teams - The Arizona Diamondbacks, The Colorado Rockies and The Chicago White Sox. • Mount Lemmon is the southernmost ski area in the continental United States. • The Tucson Gem, Mineral and Fossil Showcase is the world’s largest gathering of gem show exhibitors and buyers. • The large neon sign beckoning visitors for a

night’s stay at Ghost Ranch Lodge near downtown Tucson was designed by artist Georgia O’Keefe. • Tucson has city ordinances against “light pollution,” designed to aid visibility at the five worldclass observatories in the area. • Tucson has over 150 Mexican restaurants. The city boasts the oldest family operated Mexican restaurant in the U.S. • Rillito Downs (formerly Rillito Park) is the home of the first organized quarter horse race and the birthplace of the “photo finish.” • The University of Arizona was founded in 1885 when it opened its doors to 32 students. Cattle grazed on the open range of the campus. For more information about Tucson vist www.visitTucson.org.

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Az Tourist News is pleased to offer the new Tucson Attractions Passport. Costing only $10 and valid through September 15, 2004, the Passport offers shopping discounts and 2for-1 admissions to 20 major Pima County attractions, including: • Arizona-Sonora Desert Museum • Pima Air & Space Museum • Titan Missile Museum • International Wildlife Museum • Old Tucson • Biosphere 2 • Reid Park Zoo • Arizona Opera • Tucson Symphony • Tucson Raceway Park • Tucson Sidewinders Using your Passport is simplicity itself. Present it for stamping when you purchase one admission to an attraction and receive your second admission FREE. Many discount coupon books contain coupons redeemable only on certain days,

offering insignificant discounts, or-worst of all - containing many coupons that are unlikely to be used. The Passport stands apart, offering true 2-for-1 admissions, a $250 value for only $10. This means a family of four can save up to $500 with the purchase of two! Along with your savings on admissions, the Passport provides additional value by qualifying you for a gift certificate at either Park Place or Tucson Mall. 10 collected stamps qualify for a $10 certificate and 20 for a $25 certificate. “Tucson residents and out-oftown visitors are looking for the best family-value around,” says Tom Moulton, director of Pima County Attractions. “The Passport is what families have been asking for. It’s the perfect gift when the grandkids come to visit in the summer.” You can order online at www.aztourist.com/forms/passport.sht ml or by calling 1-800-462-8705.

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The Santa Cruz Corridor is rich in Southwestern and Hispanic influence, as exemplified by the Missions of San Xavier and Tumacacori. On approximately 17 acres between Green Valley and Tubac, with easy access to Interstate I-19, the traditions and hospitality of the Old West are waiting for YOU! The Amado Territory Inn prides itself on its afternoon “High Tea.” You don’t need to be an overnight guest, but reservations are required. At 2-4 pm on Mondays and Tuesdays 2 or more folks and on Wednesday and Thursday 8 or more - can experience four types of tea, gourmet finger sandwiches, hors d’ouvres and desserts... and always served is Amado’s specialty, apricot-pecan scones. Relax in the large, sunny, glass-enclosed Atrium, with ample space and panoramic views of the Santa Rita Mountains to savor and photograph, while you enjoy your gourmet high tea. Cost is $12 pp inclusive. Inside you will find polished plank floors, overstuffed leather furniture and original artwork in the common areas. If

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Nation and Pascua Yaqui Tribe. Proclamations representing different peoples and tribes will be read aloud. There will be an honor guard presentation and patriotic music, followed by the cutting of the birthday cake. To continue with the festivities, the Fiesta de San Agustin will be celebrated on Sunday, August 24th at Armory Park from noon - 10pm. This traditional ceremony is to honor Saint Agustin and to commemorate the founding of the Tucson Presidio by the Spanish on August 20th, 1775. Included in the day’s events will be live entertainment with music and Ballet Folklorico and an art exhibit inside the Senior Center at the park. Plan to enjoy lunch or dinner at the food booths. If your curiosity was ever peaked about the beginnings of Tucson, this is the time and place to be satisfied. For more information call the Downtown Arts & Business Alliance at 520-547-3338.

In Cool Green Sonoita

The Sonoita Rodeo has it all! Celebrating its 88th rodeo, the Santa Cruz County Fair & Rodeo Association has put together more exciting rodeo action on Labor Day weekend, August 30 - September 1, 2003. The rodeo started out on the grassy flatland of Sonoita, Arizona, with hardworking ranching families looking for a reason to leave all the work behind and get together with friends they didn’t see often in those times. Most folks traveled by horse and wagon for hours or all day to the rodeo. This year come and marvel at the Quadrille De Mujeres - ladies precision riding team - and have a laugh at the Clown Act of Martin Shaw. The popular Kids Rodeo features future cowboys and cowgirls in Mutton Busting, Pee Wee barrel racing and even steer riding starting at 1pm each day. EXIT 48 OFF I-19 P.O. Box 81, Amado, Az 85645

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Amado Territory Ranch Inn 30 miles south of Tucson. A ranch style bed and breakfast with wonderful breakfasts, luxury beds, private baths and balconies overlooking the Santa Rita Mountains.

Monday-Saturday 9:30-5:30 Sunday 11-5

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2837-41 North Campbell Avenue Tucson, Az

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you’re planning an overnight or two, the rooms have private baths, luxurious beds, hand-carved wooden furniture, patio, deck and porch access, but no television or telephone. (That wouldn’t be like the Old West, would it?) Television and telephones are confined to the Great Room. Outside there are restaurants, small shops and gardens. Visit the preserved flyways of migratory birds (there are 57 varieties of birds on the property). Amado Territory Inn invites you to the Farmer’s Market, Sat August 26th and also to the Mystery Dinner Theatre...”A Honeymoon to Die For”, $25 per person OR reserve an unbelievable package... including social hour, dinner, theatre, overnight, and breakfast the next morning all for $125 for two!!! Sept 12th is sold out, there are a few tickets available for Sept 13th and the play will run again Sept 26th and 27th. Don’t miss it! Come renew your spirit at Amado Territory Inn, P.O. Box 81, 3001 E. Frontage Rd, Amado, AZ 85645. For more information call Toll Free: 888398-8684 or Local: 520-398-8684 or visit www.amado-territory-inn.com

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On August 20th, 2003, Tucson will be commemorating its 228th birthday! Founded before the American Revolution began, Tucson has a rich history. When most people think of the city, they picture its beautiful desert habitats, tourist attractions and its captivating sunsets, but rarely do native Tucsonans or others think of the history upon which Tucson was built. In fact, it is the blending of different ethnicities and cultures that have served to make this city one of the most interesting and visited in the Southwest. On Wednesday the 20th, Tucson will celebrate its birthday at the Historical Pima County Courthouse courtyard, 115 N. Church Ave. at 8 am. The Spanish, Mexican, American, Confederate and Arizona State flags - having all flown over Tucson - will be raised in a traditional ceremony and formally honored, as well as flags from the Tohono O’odham

The full rodeo begins at 2pm daily. Thrill to Bareback riding, Saddle Bronc, Calf Roping, Barrel Race, Bull riding and more. Team roping and wild horse races add to the excitement. Cowboys and cowgirls from all over Arizona as well as California, Colorado, New Mexico and Mexico will be competing for payoff of over $36,000 on purse and prizes. After the rodeo stick around Saturday and Sunday for the Steak Fry at $12 per plate. There will be a Rodeo Dance on Sat. (free adm) to the music of Andy Hersey and a live band while you eat on Sun. Admission to the rodeo is $8 (13 & over) and $5 (4-12). The Sonoita Fairgrounds are located 1/4 mile south of the intersection of Hwy 82 & 83. Take exit 281 off I-10. For more information call 520-455-5553 or visit the web site at www.sonoitafairgrounds.com.

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Santa Cruz County Fair Sonoita Fairgrounds

September 12, 13, 14, 2003 Great Family Fun! Carnival • 4-H BBQ & Auction • BLM Wild Horse & Burro Adoption • Busted Cowboy Band • Dolan Ellis, Arizona’s State Balladeer • Trick Roping • Ranch Rodeo

520-455-5553 • Sonoita Hwy 82 and Hwy 83

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TOMBSTONE CHAMBER OF COMMERCE

P.O. Box 995 - Tombstone, AZ 85638 1-888-457-3929 - 1-520-457-9317 www.tombstone.org. tombstonechamber@theriver.com

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What’s On in Tombstone AUG 8-10 TOMBSTONE Vigilante Days Activities include a 10K run, gunfight reenactments competition ($3), street entertainment,1880s Fashion Show, & chili cook-off ($4). 520-803-0846, 800457-3423

AUG 30-SEP 1 TOMBSTONE Rendezvous of Gunfighters Allen St - 3 days of shows in the O.K. Corral by the best western show groups from around the U.S, authentic costume parade on Sun. $4 for the O.K. Corral, 5 shows daily. 520-457-3548

“The Only Rock You’ll Find... Will Be Your Tombstone!” OF A HIS BIT TO RY

“You keep fooling around out there amongst them Apaches and the only rock you’ll find will be your tombstone!” a soldier blurted to Ed Schieffelin. On one occasion, it was too near dark for Ed to return to Brunckow’s Cabin. He chose a round-topped hill further up the wash for his camp and settled in for the night among some big rocks. After a restless night, Ed was up at break of day and headed straight for the (Tombstone) hills. All along the wash he found scattered pieces of silver float and then spotted a red and black ledge of silver ore. Prying out several pieces, he found they were dark and heavy with pure silver. He had found it! After searching for over a decade, lonely, starved, blistered and frozen, Ed had finally found a bonanza! By 1880 the combined wealth generated by the 11 silver mines of Tombstone made the town wealthier than Bill Gates is today. At that time it was the largest city west of the Mississippi with 480 businesses - and 60 of these were saloons, operating 24/7. Life was rough and lively. Come along and explore this unique town. An experience not to be missed is the Tombstone Courthouse State Historic Park. Hours can be spent just

browsing through the 19th century equipment, mining tools, memorabilia, original documents, and photographs. The Chinese were an integral part of Tombstone’s history and economics with laundry and cooking services, working the mines and railroads and other labor intensive tasks. China Mary was one of the first Asian women to come to Arizona and she ran the payroll of many businesses. There was even an opium den. Rose Tree Museum has a section devoted to this part of Tombstone’s history. And if you can find Ol’ Ben Traywick around or have the chance to pick up one of his books, his knowledge of the Chinese in Arizona’s past is astounding! The Bird Cage Theater, in authentic decor, has the history of the largest red light district of the U.S. sewn into its fabrics and hung on its walls. Can you picture yourself back in those days? It’s not so difficult if you stop in at Madame Moustache and have an old time photo taken. These pictures are worth at least 2000 words! To learn more about the authentic history of Tombstone, call the Chamber of Commerce at 1-888-457-3929 or visit the excellent website at www.tombstone.org.

(520)-457-3573 1-800-574-0417 • FAX (520) 457-3049 7th & Fremont • P.O. Box 182 Tombstone, AZ 85638

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Bird Cage Theatre One of The West’s Most FAMOUS LANDMARKS OPEN DAILY

A Registered National Monument

Boothill Graveyard

Tombstone’s Most Authentic Attraction

The most famous honky-tonk in America in 1881. The New York Times referred to it as the wildest, wickedest night spot between Basin Street and the Barbary Coast. For 9 years it was open 24 hours a day and was the site of 16 gunfights. It has 140 bullet holes and is Tombstone’s only historic landmark preserved in its original state. A Nostalgic Trip Into Tombstone’s Past. An Unforgettable Memory of the Old West.

6th & Allen, Tombstone, Az

When tempers flared in Tombstone the results usually were a burial in Boot Hill. Many notorious gunslingers are buried here including the losers of the OK Corral gun battle. The grave sites are authentic. ~ Visit the Original Boot Hill Graveyard Final Resting Place Of The Good, Bad, And Innocent. They Died With Their Boots On, In The Old West.

email: oldbirdcage@juno.com or soball@c2i2.com (If outside U.S.) http://tombstoneaz.net

NO RIG TOO BIG! • Near Kartchner Caverns • Birdwatcher’s Paradise • All Amenities • Large Recreation Building with Pool & Spa VALLEY FOLKS COME AND ENJOY THE PLEASANT SUMMER AT 4000FT!

2111 E. Hwy 82, Huachuca City, Az • email: info@tombstoneterritories.com • Reservations Accepted

www.tombstoneterritories.com • 877-316-6714

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An A+ Golf Lifestyle & More...

U-Pack Up the Family

The Villas at Shadow Mountain

U-Pick the Produce

Features include all underground utilities, R-19 insulation in the exterior walls and R-38 in the ceilings with wood frame construction and stucco exterior, covered rear porch with cement tile roofing, double glazed windows, 9 foot ceilings, choice of gas or electric stove, separate golf cart and car garage doors, dishwasher, garbage disposal, fenced back yard and rock landscaping. The numerous standard features include microwave, central vacuum system, water softener, reverse osmosis system, overhead cabinets in the laundry room, garage door openers and custom etched glass in the front door. Larry is even giving away 2 FREE 18 hole rounds of golf, when you tour the models. Free golf - for anyone who is serious about taking a peak at the opportunity he is offering to own one of these sweet little golf casitas. So hurry up and give him a call today at 520-826-5411 for your free personalized tour of The Villas. To get to The Villas, go east on I-10 from Tucson to exit 331, then south 18 miles to Ironwood Road, turn right and an 1/8th of a mile on the left is the Villas. Make sure that you check out his website, too, at www.thevillasatshadowmtn.com.

Southern Arizona boasts the state’s largest assortment of direct-sales farms. They offer fruits, nuts, vegetables, meats, honey, jellies, baked goods and great family experiences. Whether you buy them from a roadside stand or pick them yourself, the diversity of produce rivals the supermarket and the quality is superb. And some of the farms have weekend festivals, tours, hayrides, picnic tables, activities and play areas for kids. Willcox is well known for its plentiful supply of farms and orchards where you can pick your own veggies and fruit. The cooler temperatures of Cochise County get you in gear to get outdoors and enjoy F INF ARM O

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If you want to re-locate where you can golf nearly every day because you live on a golf course AND enjoy some of the best year round climate in the world, then you better take a look at The Villas at Shadow Mountain in Pearce, Arizona. Constructed right smack dab in the middle of the Shadow Mountain Golf Course, this is a golfer’s dream come true for retirement, offered for a more than affordable price. With a new bank in town and great shopping available nearby in the towns of Benson and Willcox, there is a spacious, beautiful lifestyle waiting here for those who seek it. The Villas’ owner Larry White has developed a planned community of deluxe, two bedroom, 2 bath, Santa Fe Style Patio Homes on the golf course, complete with nice sized lots. The model homes are currently available for show. Each home includes a large living room area, kitchen, an extra large one car garage with special space for your own golf cart, two bedrooms and two full bathrooms, one with shower, one with tub, large closets, linen and laundry spaces and a covered porch area, with a total living area of 1020 sq. ft. to 1360 sq.ft.

Willcox Area Farms Apple Annie’s Orchard, Produce & Pumpkins I-10 Exit #340, (520) 384-2084 www.appleannies.com *Briggs & Eggers Orchard I-10 exit 340, 520-384-2539 *Circle I Farms I-10 exit 340, 520-384-9220 Cochise Groves, LLC I-10 Exit #340, 520-826-3508

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U-Pick season. Orchards are located throughout the county; however, Willcox, just off I-10 East, is a great place to start your journey through the “Magic Circle” of Cochise! You’ll find the greatest selection of produce July through October. Please call for seasonal information and availability before traveling to any of these sites. Take the time to stop in at Willcox Visitor’s Center. They also carry a few local products such as honey and pistachios in their gift shop. Willcox Chamber of Commerce /Dept of Agriculture, 800-200-2272

Fistiki Farms, LLC Cochise Rd, Cochise, 1-800-442-4207 www.pistachios.com

Sexton’s Produce Hwy 75, Duncan, 520-359-2310

Holy Trinity Monastery I-10 Exit Benson to 80 East to mile marker 302.5, 520-720-4642

Simmons Honey Ranchito I-10 Willcox Business Loop, 520364-2745

Kids Orchard and Juicery 3821 Jefferson Rd., Elfrida, 520-642-1218

*U-Pick Organic Orchard I-10 exit 318 to Dragoon Rd., 520-364-2745

Labella Produce-U-Pick I-10 exit 340, 520-384-2801 www.labellaproduce.com

*Valley Farms, LTD I-10 exit 340, 520-384-2861 Apple001@mwisp.net

*Richcrest Farms/Vinaigretta I-10 exit 331 to Dragoon Rd, 520-826-3434

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Bisbee’s Legendary Queen Mine Underground Tours

Located immediately south of Bisbee’s Historic District, off the U.S. 80 Interchange.

Van Tours of Surface Mines and the Historic Bisbee District

“A Naturalist’s Paradise for Birding, Hiking, or just Relaxing.” 8933 South Yell Lane, Hereford, Arizona 85615

Models Open Daily 10am-4pm • 1, 2 & 3 Bedroom Deluxe Golf Course Patio Homes at Shadow Mountain Country Club in Sunsites, Arizona

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Come celebrate Native American culture on Saturday and Sunday, August 30 and 31 at the Museum of Northern Arizona’s Annual Zuni Marketplace. Here Zuni artists sell and demonstrate their crafts, while tribal dancers entertain and children enjoy activities especially for them. Zuni fetish carvers create the animals of the six-directions from native and exotic stones, shell, and antler. Master and emerging artists travel from the Zuni Pueblos to present the delicacy of fine inlay jewelry and the boldness of contemporary works in silver, gold, and stone. Learn about traditional Zuni pottery and see how it is formed and painted, and what the striking symbols mean. Take pleasure in the composed dances and the magical dress worn by Zuni social dancers. You will also have the opportunity to hear a Zuni cultural presentation by Tony Eriacho, Jr. titled “Indian Made vs. Imported.” Eriacho is President of the Zuni Cultural Arts Council and one of

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the founding members of the Council for Indigenous Arts and Culture. CIAC has become a primary source for public education and law enforcement training for promotion and protection of authentic Indian handmade arts and crafts. This subject is especially important in Arizona and New Mexico, where roughly 80 percent of all commercial Indian handmade goods are made. Nationwide consumer education is also badly needed, when information gathered from industry sources over the last five years indicates that up to 50 percent of all Indian arts and crafts sold in the U.S. may not be handmade by Indians. Eriacho will share what work is being done with Native American tribes to develop protection policies and will talk about the different types of product manufacturing. The marketplace takes place from 9am - 5pm. Museum admission is $5 adult, $4 senior, $3 student, $2 child (7-17), and free to members. For more information call 928-774-5213.

What’s On in Flagstaff AUG 1-3 FLAGSTAFF Festival In The Pines Coconino Fairgrounds - 150 country-wide juried artisans, 2 stages of entertainment, interactive kid's area, food, $7, under 12 free, Fr 11a-6p, Sa-Su 9a-6p. 888278-3378

AUG 23 FLAGSTAFF AZ Rough Riders Riordan Mansion State Historic Park - Living History Presentation 10a-4p. Brings Spanish/American War era to life, authentic costumes of the famous Rough Riders, 100 yr old weapons. 928-779-4395

AUG 2-3 FLAGSTAFF Navajo Marketplace Museum of Northern AZ - Indian market w/Native American artists selling their work, demos, tribal dances, kid's activities. Adm $5 adults; $4 snrs; $3 students; $2 kids 7-17, 9a-5p. 928-774-5213

AUG 29-SEP 1 FLAGSTAFF Coconino County Fair Co. Fairgrounds - Airplanes, flying pigs, helicopter exhibits, more! In remembrance of the Wright Brothers’ 1st flight 100 years ago. Fr-Su 10-10, Mon 10-4; $6 adults, $3 ages 7-17 and 65+. 928-774-5139

AUG 9 FLAGSTAFF Made in the Shade Beer Tasting Festival Coconino Co. Fairgrounds - Taste 100+ micro-brewed beers. Food & live entertainment, 4-7p. $25/adv, $30/door, all inclusive VIP ticket $50. Benefits Sun Sounds of AZ. 928-779-1775

AUG 30-31 FLAGSTAFF Zuni Marketplace Museum of Northern Arizona - Native American artists sell & demonstrate arts & crafts, tribal dances, kids activities. $5 adults; $4 snrs; $3 students; $2 kids 7-17. 9a-5p. 928-774-5213

AUG 9-10 FLAGSTAFF The SW Renewable Energy Fair NAU Union - Latest in renewable energy & green building for your home/business. West’s largest expo of alternative fuel vehicles. Sa 9-5, Su 9-4, free parking, $5 adm. 800-595-7658

AUG 30-SEP 1 FLAGSTAFF Art in the Park Wheeler Park - Juried fine art & fine craft show, all handmade, no import or commercial, continuous live music, food, free, Sa & Su 9a-6p, Mon 9a-4p. 928556-9498

AUG 15-17 FLAGSTAFF Old-Fashioned Mountain Bike Festival Wheeler Park - Fr night ride, skidding competition, beer garden, live music, BBQ, kid’s activities, raffles. Fundraiser for hunger awareness, $25 participant fee, free to spectators, Fr 3-9, Sa 9-9, Su 9-7. 928-779-5969

This is a partial listing of events for more information call the Flagstaff Visitor Center at 800-842-7293.

Useful Flagstaff Phone Numbers Fire: 928-779-7688 Police: 928-774-1414 Guardian Medical Transport: 928-773-2145 Flagstaff Medical Center: 928-779-3366 Flagstaff City Hall: 928-774-5281

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Flagstaff Coconino County Public Library: 928-779-7670 Flagstaff Pulliam Airport: 928-556-1234 Northern Arizona University: 928-523-9011 Flagstaff Visitor Center: 800-842-7293

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Come North and Cool Off...

Don’t Miss the Overlook!

At Flagstaff’s Arizona Mountain Inn

Each cabin has a living room, dining area, kitchen/kitchenette and wood-burning stove/fireplace. In addition, they even supply a complimentary amount of firewood daily! There is a variety of fun activities to do while staying at Arizona Mountain Inn. Ping-Pong, horseshoes and volleyball, as well as hiking and biking trails, are available. The kids can play in the full-size playground in the cooler summer days, and enjoy the slide, merry-goround, swing set, and a miniature cabin they can call their own. Conveniently located one mile from downtown Flagstaff, it’s the perfect place away from home for those lazy days of summer. Whether your desire is to just get away, enjoy a romantic weekend, a family retreat or a group function, Arizona Mountain Inn has what you are looking for. To make a reservation or find out more information call 928-774-8959 or go online to www.arizonamountaininn.com.

Rare Rocks and Ancient Ruins Walk in the Footsteps of History

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For a great all day trip, year-round, visit the Elden Pueblo Archeological Project, Walnut Canyon, Sunset Crater Volcano, and Wupatki National Monuments. The total drive is 110 miles with time to explore these incredible natural and manmade wonders. A short drive east on I40 takes you to the captivating Walnut Canyon National Monument, containing distinctive cliff dwellings of the Sinagua Indians. Enjoy a 45-minute (round-trip) hike into the canyon for a closer look or take an easy stroll along the top for a broad view. Take I-40 west to the Country Club exit (201) and take Highway 89 north for the remainder of this tour. Elden Pueblo Ruin is the first stop, one mile north of the Flagstaff Mall. This Sinagua ruin is 700-800 years old and is currently under

excavation. Continue north on Highway 89 approximately 15 miles to the Sunset Crater Volcano National Monument turnoff. Here, in A.D. 1180, the last volcano in Arizona erupted, leaving behind incredible lava flows. Drive north from the volcano to Wupatki National Monument. The dwellings, first occupied in A.D. 1100, include several beautifully preserved pueblo-style structures and a large open-air amphitheater. For more information call the Flagstaff Visitor Center at 800-8427293. Pick up your copy of Az Tourist News at participating Village Inn Restaurants

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If you are visiting Northern Arizona and staying in Flagstaff, you surely also will be heading down to Sedona. If you are staying in Sedona, you surely also will be heading up to Flagstaff. And while you are in Northern Arizona, you surely will want to buy some authentic Native American Arts & Crafts. Well, there is a way you can do all three things at the same time. There are a lot of places in Northern Arizona to buy Native Americans Arts and Crafts, but one of the best -and most reasonable- is the Oak Creek Vista Overlook. Even if you don’t know anything about Northern Arizona, Oak Creek Vista Overlook is very easy to find. It is 17 miles south of Flagstaff on Hwy. 89A, which is the scenic route you take from Flagstaff to get to Sedona-and vice versa. This is one of the most beautiful drives in America, so even if the Overlook were not there, this would still be a trip to recommend. Seventeen miles south of Flagstaff, you will come to a sign which reads “Scenic Viewpoint.” Just pull off there, because that’s the Overlook. There is plenty of free parking. Though the overlook is on Forest Service land, Native Americans for Community Action (NACA) has made an arrangement to lease a portion of the land, which it in turn allocates to Native American vendors. At the present time, there are spaces occupied by sellers of handmade jewelry, pottery, baskets, rugs, etc. Native Americans for Community Action is a non-profit organization devoted to funding needed programs for Native Americans. Dorothy Denetsosie, the Program Director, said that all of the wares sold at the Overlook have to be

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Thinking of heading North? Flagstaff’s premier cabin rentals and bed & breakfast accommodations are located at Arizona Mountain Inn. The Tudor-style inn and seventeen cabins are tucked away on thirteen acres of secluded Ponderosa Pines. The grounds are bordered by the Coconino National Forest on three sides with breath-taking views of the San Francisco Peaks. They have the largest variety of cabins in the Flagstaff area, ranging from a cozy one-bedroom cabin made for two, to a Hogan-style cabin large enough to lodge up to sixteen people. Or, enjoy one of three unique Bed & Breakfast suites and relax in a spacious two-bedroom suite or the romantic honeymoon suite. A scrumptious continental breakfast is served with the Bed & Breakfast rooms. You won’t have to bring a thing! The cabins at the Arizona Mountain Inn are fully furnished, with pots, pans, utensils, silverware, dishes, toasters, coffee makers, linens, Bar-B-Q’s, and microwaves.

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handmade by Native Americans. But the most impressive thing is that the prices are more reasonable than you will see elsewhere. The reason for that is that the middleman has been eliminated. You are either buying from the artist or someone very close to him or her. The Oak Creek Vista Overlook is open year-round (which makes it a rather cold place to vend in January and February) and the hours at the present time are 7:30am - 6pm. Most of the Native Americans selling there are Navajos, but there are also a scattering of Hopis and representatives of other tribes. Ms. Denetsosie said NACA would like to have all of the tribes of Northern Arizona represented. Be sure to stop by - with these reasonable prices you won’t need to go farther to find great gifts and remembrances of your travels. For further information please call Native Americans for Community Action at 928-526-2968, ext. 26.

Flagstaff Temperatures MONTH January February March April May June July August September October November December

MAX. 42 45 49 57 67 78 81 79 73 63 51 43

MIN. 15 17 21 26 33 41 50 48 41 31 22 15

PRECIP. 2.00 2.10 2.60 1.50 0.70 0.40 2.80 2.80 2.00 1.60 2.00 2.40

Average annual days of sunshine 288 Annual precipitation 19.80 inches Annual snowfall 84.40 inches

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Easy on the Budget In-season Package at Grand Canyon National Park Lodges YO PL UR AN TR IP

An amazing experience awaits you at the Grand Canyon. To take advantage of all there is to see and do, stay with Grand Canyon National Park Lodges, operated by Xanterra Parks and Resorts, the only accommodations in the park at the South Rim. With 907 rooms in six distinctly different lodges, rooms are available with some advance planning or if you plan your visit at the last minute. Whether you stay the night or the week, you’ll find more than enough to fill your hours and free your mind. Relax aboard a guided motorcoach tour through the beautiful expanse, or just watch the sunrise. Daily ranger programs help you discover 1.7 billion years of history embedded in the canyon walls. Experience a rare and beloved tradition as you amble your way to the bottom of the canyon on the back of a sure-footed mule. It’s all waiting for you at the South Rim, and it’s open year-round. On the canyon floor, you can retire for the night at the legendary Phantom Ranch. Then head back to the rim and retreat to a rustic cabin at Bright Angel

Lodge. Or choose the elegance of the historic El Tovar, where you’ll find our gracious staff very accommodating. Your next visit to Grand Canyon just got even easier on your budget! Take advantage of our new in-season package, the Grand American Getaway. Effective March 14 through September 12, 2003, this $99 package includes a room at Yavapai West Lodge (dbl occ), two breakfasts, buy one get one free in-park motorcoach tours, and a 10% retail discount at any Xanterra gift store. Each additional person in the same room is only $9. Yavapai West is conveniently located in the Canyon Marketplace, and is only a short walk from the rim and the new visitor center, Canyon View Information Plaza. Call today and ask for the GET03 package (some black-out dates apply). Grand Canyon National Park Lodges - we’re not just close, we’re there. Call 303-29- PARKS (297-2757) or 88829-PARKS (297-2757) for reservations or visit our website at www.grandcanyonlodges.com. Xanterra Parks & Resorts is an authorized concessionaire of the National Park Service.

Temperatures at the South Rim HIGH (F.) HIGH (C.)

JAN 41 5

FEB 45 7

MAR APR MAY JUN JUL 51 60 70 81 84 10 15 21 27 29

AUG 82 28

SEP 76 24

OCT 65 18

NOV DEC 52 43 11 6

LOW (F.) LOW (C.)

18 -8

21 -6

25 -4

53 12

47 8

36 2

27 -3

32 0

39 4

47 8

54 12

20 -7

Note: Inner Canyon temperatures average 20 degrees warmer.

Experience a Grand American Getaway

September 5th through 20th, 2003 • Concert Times- 7:30 pm Concert dates: 9/5, 9/6, 9/9, 9/12, 9/13, 9/16 - Orpheum Theater in Flagstaff 9/17, 9/19, 9/20 - Grand Canyon concerts are inside, at the Shrine of the Ages, South Rim, Grand Canyon National Park

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$99 Double occupancy. Each additional person $9.

Make your visit to the Grand Canyon even more grand. Stay inside the park at Yavapai West for only $99. Plus enjoy two complimentary breakfasts and a 10% discount at our gift shops. And don’t miss one of our breathtaking tours on a Grand Canyon Motorcoach – buy one, get a second of equal or lesser value free! Make your reservations today. Call toll free 1-888-29-PARKS (297-2757) or 1-303-29-PARKS (297-2757). Or reserve online at www.grandcanyonlodges.com and enter promotional code GET03 to check availability.

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*Accommodations based on availability and seasonal lodge closures. Motorcoach Tours based on availability, booked upon arrival to the park. One complimentary breakfast per person per day. 10% discount limited to one cash register purchase, single or multiple items. Grand American Getaway $99 accommodations good from Friday, March 14, 2003 – Friday, September 12, 2003. Blackout dates apply. Does not apply to Group Bookings. Taxes and utility surcharges not included. Rate and accommodations subject to availability.

MILEAGE FROM THE GRAND CANYON TO: Arches National Park Hopi Indian Reservation Havasupai Indian Reservation Hualapai Indian Reservation Pipe Springs National Monument Glenn Canyon Recreation Area Zion National Park Bryce Canyon National Park Lake Powell Navajo National Monument

100 110 30 200 200 135 250 260 135 115

Canyon de Chelly National Monument Sunset Crater National Monument Walnut Canyon National Monument Navajo Indian Reservation Meteor Crater Painted Desert/Petrified Forest Montezuma Castle National Monument Tuzigoot National Monument Red Rock State Park Phoenix

235 95 95 50 140 200 135 135 105 225

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Music Resounds in the Canyon

The Papillon Difference

Grand Canyon Music Festival’s 20th Season

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Fly the Grand Canyon with Us Your Grand Canyon flight is a once-in-a-lifetime experience. Don’t you want to experience an aerial sightseeing tour with the very best? Papillon pioneered the flightseeing industry over 37 years ago. Today we are the largest, most experienced helicopter company serving the entire Grand Canyon and Las Vegas, boarding over 500,000 passengers annually. With dedication to the comfort and safety of our passengers that is the benchmark of the industry, you and your clients are assured a spectacular experience from gentle liftoff to precise touchdown.

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The clinics’ motto is “Medical Care World-class music returns When You Need It” and they provide a to the natural splendor of the Grand Canyon this September with variety of services including urgent care, physicals, Workmen’s the 20th season of the Comprehensive care, Grand Canyon Music and in the Grand Festival. Canyon clinic, Family The festival began when Practice Medicine and founders Robert Bonfiglio Physical Therapy. They (Director) and Clare can be reached at 928Hoffman (Artistic Director) 527-1920 in Flagstaff were hiking through the and 928-638-2551 in canyon and the head ranger the canyon. asked if they could play a This season features an concert. They agreed and gave eclectic and superb mix of the an impromptu performance at the finest chamber music, from Cottonwood Campground below baroque to today’s classical, the North Rim. jazz, and fusion, staged at this Encouraged by the local comfabulous World Heritage Site. munity and with the help of area This year’s line-up of musibusinesses, the inaugural season cians plays works including took place in September 1984 Beethoven’s Quartet Opus and has grown from three con131, a re-telling of certs to nine concerts that span Stravinsky’s “The Soldier’s a 3-week period from Tale” (from a Native American September 5-20, 2003. perspective), and Paul Area businesses continue to Moravec’s “Tempest Fantasy”. lend their considerable support The Bonfiglio Group presents and help to get the word out two evenings of their contemregarding this unique cultural Photos © CJ Crossland porary sound drawn from a event. Sponsorship for the festival wide variety of musical forms. takes many forms, and the Flagstaff For more information regarding this Walk-In Clinic and its sister clinic at year’s festival visit their website: grandthe Grand Canyon have sponsored canyonmusicfest.org or call 928-638advertising for the 2003 festival. 9215 or 800-997-8285.

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Did You Know: 1) In the Grand Canyon (South Rim) Papillon flies state-of-the-art jet powered helicopters. 2) Only Papillon has three landing sites at the bottom of the Grand Canyon. 3) Helicopter sightseeing is the most comfortable way to experience an air tour. 4) Helicopters provide a much smoother flight as compared to airplanes. 5) Only Helicopters can legally descend below the Rim to show you more Grand Canyon! Tribal Experience: Papillon is proud and privileged to be

the only company serving two Indian Nations with 3 landing sites; the Havasupai Indian Tribe- “people of the blue-green waters” and the Hualapai Indian Nation - “people of the tall pines.” Multilingual Narrations: Combined with music and narrations, tours are available in the following languages: English (live), French, German, Italian, Spanish, Portuguese, Dutch, Swedish, Russian, Japanese, Korean, Mandarin, Cantonese and more. Industry Leaders in Environmental Protection: Papillon is committed to preserving the environment. Our “Leave No Footprint” campaign incorporates the use of quiet technology and a voluntary effort to avoid sensitive sites with the highest regard to safety. Papillon’s tours provide access to many people who otherwise could not visit remote sites. For more information please visit www.Papillon.com where you will find an exciting selection of tours and special offers or call Papillon Grand Canyon Helicopters at 800-528-2418. For 10% OFF any tour, see the coupon in the ad below.

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Be Pampered Amidst Nature

Pickin’ in Pinetop

Fool Hollow Lake Bed & Breakfast

The 13th Annual Bluegrass Music Festival

homestyle comfort to guests and welcome them like special friends. Quality lodging standards are evident in the finest mattresses, private baths, generous reading light, luxury robes, TVs and bountiful breakfasts. Evening conversations and breakfast banter add to the typical visit. Several forms of wildlife are seen on the property or evidence of their visits! Books line the common room where the cozy warmth of a woodstove pleases in winter. More books in each room appeal to many tastes. In summer, nature’s air conditioning guarantees pleasant sleeping. Fax and copy services are available as well as laptop hookup. The White Mountains are blessed by numerous outdoor opportunities including dozens of marked hiking trails (map available), fishing, birdwatching and horseback riding. The usual amenities can be enjoyed: 7 cinema screens with first-run movies, bowling alleys, antique shops, hand-made furniture shops, and varied dining facilities. Visitors head to this cool mountain retreat where they can choose to just relax, or enjoy an active week or weekend. For more information call 888-3391144 or visit the website, www.foolhollow.com.

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Driving can be a pleasure when the road takes you through magnificent scenery and along historic routes. Recognizing this, the Arizona Transportation Board began a program in 1982 to preserve certain roadways for their visual and cultural qualities. These road segments have been designated as parkway, historic or scenic. Most of them begin away from population centers and are marked by a special

sign. They can be combined with ordinary highways to form loops that provide hours of enjoyable exploration. Here are two Scenic Byways in the White Mountains for your driving pleasure. White River Scenic Road State Route 73 Hon Dah to Whiteriver, 11 miles. Some highlights: Fort Apache Reservation, Williams Creek and Alchesay Fish Hatcheries, Apache Cultural Center and old Fort Apache. White Mountain Scenic Road State Routes 260, 273 and 261 A loop from Hon Dah to Sunrise Park Resort to Big Lake and back, about 80 miles. Some highlights: Perfect choice for viewing fall colors, green meadows, beautiful lakes, Sunrise Park Resort in the Apache-Sitgreaves National Forest, Mount Baldy. About 16 miles is unpaved road, passable by ordinary car except in winter.

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Bluegrass followers will soon be heading to the White Mountains to be ready for the 13th AnnualBluegrass Music Festival. This musical gathering takes place the weekend of August 9 & 10 and is popular with both fans and the general public. People arrive from all over the country to be a part of this wonderful musical experience. They set up camp at the festival location, have nightly jam sessions, and the public is invited to stroll the campgrounds in the evening and be a part of this great tradition where anyone may join in to sing or play their instrument. A whole lot of “pickin and grinnin” goes on at the Bluegrass Festival - everyone always has a great time. Performances are held on Sat. and Sun. where everyone can enjoy the clogging, singing, fiddling and down-home fun. Bring your chair! Ben Sandoval, a well recognized figure in the Bluegrass Music industry, is the emcee for the weekend as PA BE RT A OF IT

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Situated right within Show Low is Fool Hollow Lake Recreation Area, surrounding the L-Shaped mountain fishing lake fed by Show Low Creek. The privately owned Bed and Breakfast is bordered by the state park, meadows and ponderosa pines. The glass and wood architecture of the large home allows panoramic views of the lake and sunsets. One hundred plus feet of deck provide ample outdoor relaxing and viewing space, too. A sheltered courtyard is another inviting place to read or try competing at “Par Pool.” Bits of Western history pop up throughout the area. The earliest settlement here was a village called Adair. It was buried when the creek was dammed and Fool Hollow Lake formed. A few hundred yards from the B&B one can see the cemetery established by the folks who settled there. A source of continual amusement is the Fool Hollow/Fool’s Hollow Lake name. Maps, tourist pamphlets, local signs and local residents use either and often both! A fine museum run by the Show Low Historical Society is open during the summer season. Check for hours. A Rodeo-Chediski fire exhibit is currently featured. Hosts Ross and Doris Tyler offer

What’s On in the White Mountains AUG 9 SHOW LOW Concert in the Park Show Low City Park - Opening band, 5:30-6:30p: High Country Barbershop. Feature, 7-9p: The Desert Sons (Classic Western). 888-746-9569

78th Annual White Mountain Apache Tribal Fair & Rodeo Whiteriver Fairgrounds - Carnival, stages, parade Sa morn, bike & car show, dances, fireworks, all Indian rodeo, $. 928-338-4346 ext. 316

AUG 9-10 PINETOP-LAKESIDE White Mountain Bluegrass Music Festival Woodland Road Festival Site - Gospel music, cloggers, children’s workshop, nightly jam sessions, food & crafts. Sa 9a-5p, Su 10a-4p. $8, under 12 free. 800-573-4031

AUG 29-30 SPRINGERVILLE Cowboy Cow Pasture Golf Tournament Bar Flying V Ranch - Golf on the open range, poets, storytellers, music, cowboy demos, BBQ ($), Western art show, crafts. 928-333-2123

AUG 9-10 OVERGAARD Calf Roping & Barrel Racing Bison Ranch Arena - Starts 10a. 928-535-6789

AUG 30 SPRINGERVILLE Airport Fly-In Breakfast Springerville Municipal Airport - 8a, Biscuits & Gravy breakfast $3. Airplane show, art & craft show, entertainment. Free adm. 928-333-2123

AUG 16 PINETOP David Syme in Concert Blue Ridge HS Auditorium - The Arts Alliance of the Wh. Mts. is presenting internationally renowned classical pianist David Syme at 7pm. A juried art exhibit is also featured. 928-367-4290 AUG 16 ALPINE 4 Corners Chili Cook- Off Rodeo Grounds - CASI sanctioned, entertainment, also a bean competition and BBQ contest, SPAM contest, lots of prizes for contest entry! Free, 10a-5p. 928-339-1840

AUG 28-SEP 1 OVERGAARD Bisontown Labor Day Bash & Great American Picnic Bison Ranch - Picnickers welcome on village green, arts & crafts show, food booths, musical entertainment, Cowboy Mountain Shooting in Arena, Parades! 928-535-6789 AUG 28-SEP 2 WHITERIVER

ONGOING-OCT 4 SNOWFLAKE The Heritage Marketplace Heritage Park, Main St - Farmers, artists and craftsmen offer goods in open-air market. Music, kiddie train, and horse-drawn wagon rides. 1st Sat. of every month, 9a-4p. 928-536-4331

For the Spirit of the White Mountains… REED’S MOTOR LODGE K5 Gallery & Books K5 High Country Adventures

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AUG 30-SEP 1 ST. JOHNS St. Johns Great American Race St. Johns Airpark - Over 200 cars race the runways. Formula cars, vintage cars, Indy cars and NASA. $2, under 16 free! 928-337-2000 SEP 13 PINETOP Chubby Checker in Concert Hon-Dah Resort Casino - 7pm at the Hon-Dah festival grounds. For more info call: 928-369-7568

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AUG 30 TAYLOR Taylor Sweet Corn Festival Parade, car show, junior rodeo, bike races, arts & crafts fair, BBQ, Annual Fireman’s Muster, dances and a celebration of sweet corn. Free adm. 928-536-7366

AUG 22-24 EAGAR-SPRINGERVILLE Valle Redondo Fat Tire Fiesta Mountain bike festival, trails of the White Mountains near Greer, Eagar & Springerville, Apache Sitgreaves Nat’l Forest, $30. 928-333-5553

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he has been for the past 12 years. The featured band is High Plains Tradition. Other performers include Flinthill Special, Raw Deal Bluegrass Band, Fiddlemania, Mazatzal, McNasty Brothers, Burnett Family Band, The Lampkins Family - Winner of the National Bluegrass Playoffs for 2003, Southwest Ramblers, and Bluegrass Gospel Express. A children’s music workshop is held during the weekend where youngsters learn how to play and sing and put on a performance that the audience always appreciates. The children also enjoy face painting, a slide, a bounce castle and more. There will be arts & crafts booths with many handmade items and plenty of good food of all types. Adm. is $8 with 12 & under FREE. For more information please call the Pinetop-Lakeside Chamber of Commerce, 800-573-4031.

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Destination: Hon-Dah For Your Summer Pleasure

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The lure of the White Mountains is a summer theme made ever fresh by the sultry heat of southern and western Arizona. Whether you come to hike and fish, to golf, to enjoy the seasonal festivals or just to rest and put your feet up in the pleasant temperatures, Hon-Dah is a destination that can meet all your desires. For golfers Hon-Dah Resort-Casino is again offering their popular packages at Pinetop Lakes Golf & Country Club and Torreon Golf Club. The packages include one round of golf (18 holes) for 2 persons with cart, 2 nights stay at HonDah Resort and 2 breakfast coupons for two people at Hon-Dah’s Indian Pine Restaurant. Hon-Dah will call for tee times with a four-day notice. Fishing fans will want to book the

fishing package introduced this year. It includes 2 nights stay at Hon-Dah Resort Hotel, fishing and recreation passes for all package customers, Box Lunches, complimentary souvenir fishing lure, complimentary fishing map of the Reservation and discount certificate for purchases at the Hon-Dah Outdoor Store. If you are looking for a comfortable base for exploring, you’ll enjoy one of Hon-Dah’s 128 well appointed king and queen rooms, satellite television and allseason pool, spa and sauna. Exciting casino action with Las Vegas style entertainment will liven your evenings. For a look at the August lineup in the Timbers Lounge, see page 37. Visit www.hondah.com or call 1-800-929-8744 to reserve YOUR getaway in the White Mountains.

Relax, Enjoy the Ride Luxury Van Shuttle Links White Mountains & Valley SE NEW RV ICE

A new luxury van shuttle service has begun scheduled operations between the White Mountain communities and Phoenix Sky Harbor Airport. Timberline VIP, based in Springerville, Arizona, is looking to help reduce traffic congestion between the Phoenix metro area and Eastern Arizona, and provide a much needed, affordable service for residents of the White Mountain Region, as well as for those who reside in the Valley of the Sun.

Area Chambers of Commerce Pinetop-Lakeside Chamber of Commerce 102-C West White Mountain Blvd. (Hwy 260) Lakeside, AZ 85929, 928-367-4290, 800-573-4031 info@pinetoplakesidechamber.com www.pinetoplakesidechamber.com

Show Low Regional Chamber of Commerce 951 W. Deuce of Clubs, Show Low, AZ 85902 928-537-2326, 888-SHOW LOW, slcofc@showlow.com www.showlowchamberofcommerce.com

Snowflake/Taylor Chamber of Commerce 110 North Main St., Snowflake, AZ 85937 928-536-4331, www.snowflaketaylorchamber.com

St. Johns Regional Chamber of Commerce 180 W. Cleveland, St. Johns, AZ 85936 928-337-2000, office@stjohnschamber.com www.stjohnschamber.com

Springerville-Eagar Regional Chamber of Commerce (also represents Greer and Alpine), 318 E. Main Street, Springerville, AZ 85938, 928-333-2123 tourist@cybertrails.com, www.az-tourist.com

The service was the idea of Chandler residents Linda and Jesse Bonfeld, who are also looking to relocate on property they own outside of Springerville in the near future. “We realized there was a need to provide a safe, convenient, comfortable, and affordable alternative to driving yourself,” according to Linda. “We’ve received a fantastic response so far from residents of all the local communities, as well as from Valley residents who have a need to travel to the area. People now have the option to enjoy the ride, rather than having to endure it.” The service completes the 450 mile round trip 7 days per week, including holidays. The vehicle used is manufactured by Mercedes Benz and is equipped with individual reclining seats and footrests, overhead lighting, a TV/DVD entertainment system, and plug-ins to charge laptop computers and cellular telephones. A utility trailer is in tow, for customer luggage, golf clubs, tents, camping equipment, even several bicycles. “We wanted people to be able to bring whatever stuff they needed to make the most of their trip,” said Linda. Available stops include Springerville, Greer, Hon-Dah, Pinetop/Lakeside, Show Low, Heber, and Payson. A stop is also made at the Ft. McDowell Casino and finally at all three terminals at Phoenix Sky Harbor Airport. Reservations and information are available 24/7 by dialing toll free, 1866-628-2020, or by visiting the company’s website at www.timberlinevip.com.

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Up and Coming Chino Valley 54th Summer Festival in Prescott The Mountain Artists Guild Welcomes You

From 1st Territorial Capital to Booming Town local facilities including parks, ball fields, free tennis courts, the Teen Center, Community Center, Senior Center and animal shelter. The community has a complete library, the fifth largest public library in Yavapai County. Low drug and crime rates prevail. The Chino Valley area offers many recreational opportunities including camping, fishing, historical landmarks, scenic drives, and miles of hiking and equestrian trails. Numerous lakes are within an hour drive, including Goldwater and Lynx lakes. The Grand Canyon is a scenic two hours away by car. For more information about this up and coming community call the Chino Valley Area Chamber of Commerce at 928-636-2493; hours are Tuesday Friday, 10-3.

August 30th in Chino Valley First Territorial Capital Day Pancake b'fast at Senior Center, Parade at 10a followed by chili cook-off, entertainment, carnival, vendors, corn dinner from 3-7p & dance 8p-12a. 928-636-9780

Cottonwood Attractions

More than 100 poets, reciters and old time singers gather at Sharlot Hall Museum to keep alive the cowboy oral tradition. Various performances, activities and locations. www.sharlot.org; 928-445-3122

Recipient of Marriott’s Purple Passion Award and Regional Hotel & General Manager of the Year Awards Spacious Studio Suites, Complimentary Breakfast Buffet, Indoor Pool, Spa & Fitness Center, High Speed Internet Access, and Conference Facilities.

Page Springs Hatchery (20 minutes) 928-634-4805 Red Rock State Park (20 minutes) 928-282-6907 Tuzigoot National Monument (1 1/2 miles) 928-634-5564 Verde Canyon Railway (2 miles) 800-293-7245

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offers a large number of workshops given by professional artists throughout the year, which are open to the membership and the community at large. The Mountain Artists Guild Gallery and Art Center is located at 228 North Alarcon Street in Prescott. The beautiful Art Gallery and Gift Shop is open from 11 am to 3 pm Thursdays through Mondays. For information call 928-7764009. Come up to cool pines for a day or weekend! In addition to the festivals this historic and picturesque mountain community provides many unusual boutiques, fine antique shops, exciting restaurants and fine accommodations. There are many recreational opportunities including 450 miles of trails, five lakes with opportunities for fishing, kayaking and canoeing, and five public golf courses. For more information, visit www.mountainartistsguild.org or call the Mountain Artists Guild at 928-445-2510.

Arizona Cowboy Poets Gathering, August 14-16 in Prescott

In the heart of the Verde Valley the town of Cottonwood offers easy access to fishing, hiking, golf, horseback riding and Red Rock jeep tours. Also near by is the town of Jerome, which was once a busy mining town and is today an “almost” ghost town that has been revived into a thriving artist colony. Close at hand are these many attractions. Blazin’ M Ranch Dinner Show (closed August) 928-634-0334 Clemenceau Heritage Museum 928-634-2868 Fort Verde State Historic Park (20 minutes) 928-567-3275 Historic Old Town Cottonwood, Old Town Prohibition Jail and Old Town Walking Tours, 928-649-2282 Montezuma Castle National Monument (20 minutes) 928-567-5276

Visit this interesting mountain city with its historic Victorian homes and join the Mountain Artists Guild for their 54th Summer Festival, held in Prescott at the Courthouse Plaza. The festival presents over 170 of the finest artists and artisans from around the country. The Guild is a 54-year old non-profit membership organization dedicated to providing education as well as a showcase for amateur and professional visual artists. The Summer Festival will be held on August 9th and 10th and includes demonstrations by artists, spinners, weavers, and wood-turners. There is free admission and the festival is open from 9 am to 5 pm on Saturday and 10 am to 4 pm on Sunday. This arts and crafts festival along with a similar festival in the spring provides the main source of income for the Mountain Artists Guild of Prescott. The Guild is proud to offer five $1,000 scholarships to Tri-City area students pursuing a career in the arts. In addition, the Guild A FE RT ST

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Chino Valley is located in the mountains of central Arizona, 15 miles north of Prescott, at an elevation of 4,750 feet. Once the original Territorial Capital, Chino Valley got its name from “Chino,” the Mexican name for the abundant curly grama grass growing in the area. The town has a mild climate and four gentle seasons. With 300 plus days of sunshine every year and an average rainfall of 10.6 inches, the area supports a variety of vegetation. The summer landscape is marked with bountiful vegetable gardens. Chino Valley’s population growth rate from 1990 to 2000 was 62%. Currently there are approximately 8,000 town residents. The area is blessed with clean air, good soil, and an abundant supply of pure water. Chino Valley offers many choice homesites for all citizens. From a 60 x 100 to a 5 acre parcel; single family homes, apartments, mobile home parks, and permanent mobile homesites are available. Affordable living is enhanced by

• Antique Tractor & Engine Show • Mule Packing & Trails Competition • Gun Show• Dinner & Dance • Tractor Pull • 1880’s Authentic Chuck Wagon Dinner • Annual Pioneer Picnic - Sunday For more information call: Camp Verde Parks & Recreation at 928-567-0535 or Camp Verde Chamber of Commerce at 928-567-9294.

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54th Annual Summer Festival of Fine Arts & Crafts Saturday, August 9th - 9am-5pm Sunday, August 10th - 10am-4pm on the Courthouse Plaza A professionally juried show of over 170 of the finest artisans from around the country. FREE ADMISSION • Demonstrations by Spinners, Weavers, Wood Turners and Artists

Prescott, Arizona 928-445-2510 Show Preview: www.mountainartistsguild.org email: mag@northlink.com

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Celebrating Route 66

Historic Downtown Winslow Come Explore

Williams - “Where Events Come Alive”

also enjoyed by train enthusiasts. For a glimpse into the elegance of train travel in the early part of the century, be sure to visit the newly restored La Posada Hotel, the last of the great Harvey Houses of the 1930’s. All passenger trains from Los Angeles to Chicago stopped at this magnificent inn. Enjoy strolling the gardens, once a haunt of Hollywood stars, while viewing this outstanding example of southwestern architecture. Another location that will interest history fans is the Old Trails Museum, located downtown across from the ‘Standin’ on the Corner’ park. Referred to as “Winslow’s Attic,” the museum opened in 1985 in an old bank. Built in 1920, the building contains its original marble counters and a vault, adding to its historic ambiance. Exhibits include Route 66, Anasazi artifacts, Fred Harvey, La Posada and Santa Fe Railway. For more information please call the Winslow Visitor Center at 928-289-2434.

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by Dale Sloan Everywhere you look the ground is strewn with pieces of petrified wood ranging in size from tiny pebbles to entire tree trunks. Looking across the barren landscape, it is hard to believe that this area was once a place of flowing rivers and marshes. In earth’s early history, trees - some 6 to 10 feet in diameter and 200 feet tall were washed down from the mountains and became buried in the mud, sand, and volcanic ash at the bottom of the rivers. Gradually, over millenniums, minerals in the water replaced the wood and the drowned trees turned to stone - beautiful stone of quartz, agate and jasper. Now the area receives just 9 inches of rainfall per year. Where lush plant life once grew and dinosaurs roamed you will see prickly pear and cholla cactus. In

spring delicate desert wildflowers make their brief appearance. This is also a great place to see pronghorn antelope, jack rabbits, prairie dogs and many birds. Gaze across this amazing area at the multicolored hills in layers of earthen red, gray, orange, yellow and white. The colors come from the various minerals in the soil such as iron oxide. This red color is especially striking when viewed at sunrise or sunset. While you can’t take any souvenir rocks or petrified wood from the park, never fear - just outside the entrance there are tons of gorgeous specimens for sale at the shops. Some of these beauties, however, are almost as big as your car and since petrified wood weighs in at 168 pounds per cubic foot, you might need an 18-wheeler to get it home! For more information call the National Park at 928-524-6228.

Williams has the distinction of being the “Last Route 66 Town Bypassed by the Interstate.” We enjoyed every day of our Seven Decades of Route 66 and plan to celebrate in a big way in 2003. We have a new event being held on August 2nd on Route 66 featuring the “Cool Corvette Cruise Car Show.” Come see some of the coolest cars around and enjoy the music and activities. The Annual Cool Country Cruise-In and Route 66 Festival on August 16 & 17 has grown and is a favorite with families. Our Battle of the Bands has expanded... we have five bands competing this year featuring: Exit 64-defending champions, Pony Express, Truly Reckless, Three of a Kind, and our newest local band, Killer Wail. Each battle includes the entertainment plus contests like the Elvis Look-Alike, The Twist, Bubble Gum Blowing, Limbo Rock, and Hoola Hoop that challenge the listeners for prizes. At the finale-Sock Hop, we will award prizes to the Best Dressed Couple and Route 66 Trivia winners. We invite you to bring those classic cars up to Williams and enter the Cruise-In Car Show. Contact Dave or Lugene Pouquette at The Route 66 Place and Twisters Soda Fountain at 928-6350266. Our First Annual Fall Festival and Reenactment on October 11-12 will commemorate the official closing of Route 66 as the official highway of its day. We recommend that everyone go to your local bookstore (or better yet, stop at any of the shops along Route 66) and buy your copy of Searching for 66 by Tom Teague. The reenactment will be based on Tom Teague’s account in chapter 41. The Route 66 Association recently published a new MAP featuring all the Route 66 Communities in Arizona. Pick up your copy and as you travel the road remember to stop in Williams and “Cruise the Loop”

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Many of Winslow’s attractions are located in its historic downtown district. One of the most unique is “the corner,” made famous by the song ‘Take It Easy.’ Written by Jackson Browne and Glen Frey, ‘Take It Easy’ became The Eagles first hit single, and put Winslow on the map. The verse “Standin’ on a corner in Winslow, Arizona” draws visitors from far and wide to stand on the famous corner. On October 3-4, the ‘Standin’ on the Corner’ Park celebrates its 5th anniversary with the band ‘Hotel California’ performing a “salute to the Eagles.” Also on the 4th enjoy the Just Cruisin’ Car Show. It’s a weekend not to be missed. Winslow is a favorite destination for Route 66 buffs. A section of the famous highway passes through the historic downtown district, where shops offer Route 66 and railroad memorabilia. As one of the major hubs of the Burlington Northern Santa Fe Railroad, Winslow is

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Route 66. Read the book, and join us in this special community event. It will be held on October 10-12, Columbus Day weekend. The Reenactment of being the “Last Route 66 Town Bypassed by the Interstate”-the End of an Era will be followed with a dedication of Williams Cruise the Loop Route 66 - A New Beginning. Bring your golf clubs as we also play the first ever “Route 66 Golf Tournament.” Visit www.route66williams.com and plan to be here. As always during the summer, enjoy the Cataract Gang and cowboy shows, and our 5th Regimental Cavalry Band. We invite everyone to see the Grand Canyon, hike our fabulous trails, visit the museums, and spend some quiet days in the north country watching the deer and antelope play! Let the heat drive you to Williams! Williams Grand-Canyon Chamber Of Commerce, 1-800-863-0546.

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AUGUST 16 - Our traditional “Battle of the Bands” begins at Noon! 5 live bands compete for the top prize and play for the Sock Hop held from 7-10pm Friday night.

CAR SHOW • SOCK HOP • CONTESTS • 50’S & 60’S FABULOUS FUN!

October 3 & 4, 2003

MAJOR SPONSORS: • Route 66 Place and Twisters Soda Fountain • Grand Canyon Railway • Superior Propane • Route 66 Roadstore

Featuring “Hotel California” - a Salute to the Eagles. Vendors, music all day, food and lots of fun! 928-289-3434

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AUGUST 2003

by Charlis McVey

Head to the Phoenix in the summer? Don’t be put off by the weatherman’s temperature readings! Whether you are driving through after a visit to the cool northern pines or looking for a place to head for a long weekend, the Valley has lots of “cool” fun in store. Did you know that Phoenix has 26 “Points of Pride” - especially appealing and interesting attractions chosen by city residents? Why not plan a city vacation and explore some of the area’s topnotch museums (air-conditioned of course) or fabulous parks (an early morning hike anyone?). The Heard Museum with its wonderful exhibits of Native American art, the fascinating Arizona Science Center, and Encanto Park’s cool lagoon, boathouse, swimming pool, nature trail, fishing and golf courses are just a few of the chosen few. Or how about a shopping spree at some of the Valley’s superb variety of malls and outlets? Choose among the Factory Stores of America in Mesa, The Borgata in Scottsdale, Arizona Mills in

Tempe, the Outlets At Anthem, Biltmore Fashion Park in Phoenix or head to Glendale for a great range of antiques. Events, tours, theatre, dining...day and night there is something going on. One of Scottsdale’s most famous attractions is the famous home of renowned architect Frank Lloyd Wright. For a unique view of Taliesin West take the Friday evening “Night Lights on the Desert” tour where a carpet of city lights spread out below the fire-breathing dragon sculpture and the lighted terraces, walkways and splashing fountains. No matter where you are in the Valley, there is a Hampton Inn conveniently placed and ready to serve you. There are 8 Hamptons in and around the Phoenix area, as well as one in Prescott and another in Sedona to accommodate you as you visit those cities or overnight on the way down to Phoenix. All offer FREE breakfast bar, FREE local phone calls, FREE in-room HBO, inroom coffee maker - and kids stay FREE. Check the ad on this page for the special offer of $15.00 OFF a two night stay. For more information call the numbers listed there or visit www.arizonahamptoninns.com.

Maricopa County Parks Recreation Opportunities Abound With 119,089 acres of parkland to manage, Maricopa County Parks & Recreation Department covers 10 different properties. This month we will introduce several of these areas.

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Usery Mountain Recreation Area Encompassing 3,648 acres, this Recreation Area’s trails and campsites provide views of mesa to the east and the Superstition Mountains to the west. The property contains a large variety of plants and animals that call the lower Sonoran Desert home. Facilities include a 72-unit campground (no reservations) and a group campground (reservations required). There are picnic sites with grills, tables, ramadas and water throughout the park for day-use and you must make advanced reservations for these as well. The Wind Cave Trail is on this property and is one of the most popular trails within the Regional Park System. There are plenty of outdoor activities such as hiking, mountain biking and horseback riding with a horse staging area available with hitching posts and picnic sites. There is also an excellent field archery range. 480-984-0032 Estrella Mountain Regional Park Estrella Mountain Regional Park is located two miles south of Buckeye Road via Bullard Avenue in Goodyear, AZ. The park features 65 acres of grass with ten covered ramadas, picnic tables, grills, restrooms, playground equipment, two lighted ballfields, an 18-hole golf course and a rodeo arena. There are also 7 full hook-up RV campsites ($15/night) and group camping is permitted for up to two

nights in certain areas. Electricity is provided at the ramadas for small appliances like coffeepots and radios. Group camping fee is $5/night and advance reservations are required. Nearby are trailheads and hiking trails and Estrella has restrooms with flush toilets. Camping fees can we waived for youth groups by performing a service project. Estrella Park has 33+ miles of trials for hiking, mountain biking and horseback riding and they range in length from 1/75 miles to 14.6 miles and offer various levels of difficulty. 623-932-3811 White Tank Mountain Regional Park With 29,217 acres White Tank Mountain Regional Park is the largest park in the County Park System. It is mostly made up of the rugged White Tank Mountains, a freestanding range separating the Phoenix Basin of the Salt River Valley from the Hassayampa Plain. The Park offers about 22.2 miles of excellent hiking trails of varied difficulty, and overnight backpacking (with a permit) is allowed in specific backcountry campsites. Day hikes provide beautiful views of the mountains and panoramas of the valley below. There are also 240 picnic sites with tables and grills and large day-groups are welcome to use one of four ramadas for picnicking. Specific areas can be reserved for a $30.00 non-refundable fee. There are individual, group and family campgrounds and White Tank Park provides immaculate restrooms with showers. Overnight camping in the family campground is $10/night and is filled on a firstcome first-serve basis. 623-935-6056

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15th Annual Fiesta Septiembre World’s Oldest Continuous Rodeo Head to Wickenburg for Salsa and Mariachis

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guest this year is the talented, nationally known Latin entertainer, Tabitha Herrera. An outdoor Mercado features arts & crafts and food booths. The margarita and cerveza Cantina will have delicious drinks served by the Knights of Columbus along with their Mexican food menu throughout the day. The “Kids Zona” program is scheduled twice during the day, where children will learn how to make Mexican crafts, in addition to Hispanic heritage stories being told by storytellers. The 3rd annual Viva Margarita! Contest will have participants concocting their favorite recipe for judges to taste. The 12th annual Salsa Contest is where contestants create their favorite salsa recipe for prizes and the coveted “People’s Choice Award.” The fiesta is held each year to celebrate Wickenburg’s Hispanic heritage and has expanded each year in detail and activities. Wickenburg is celebrating its 140th Anniversary and is the oldest town north of Tucson, Arizona. For additional information visit us on the internet at www.wickenburgchamber.com or call the chamber at 800-942-5242.

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Saturday, September 6, 2003 11:00am - 8:00pm At the Wickenburg Community Center 160 North Valentine Street The Fiesta is held each year to celebrate Wickenburg’s Hispanic Heritage, and has expanded each year in detail and activities. Mariachi & Folklorico Entertainment • Arts & Crafts Mercado • Food • Margarita and Cerveza Bar KIDS ZONA • Salsa & Margarita Contest FEATURING: BARRIO LATINO AND TABITHA HERRERA Sponsored by the Wickenburg Chamber of Commerce

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119 Years of Exciting Action Exactly 119 years ago this August, a few cowboys got together to compare roping skills and see who owned the best horse. Since there was “down time” before the fall roundup, the cowboys from local ranches around Payson put braggin’ rights on the line and probably gambled those dollars burning holes in their pockets. This humble beginning begat the “August Doin’s.” Today Payson is known far and wide for having one of the best rodeos in the United States. Now known as the Annual World’s Oldest Continuous Rodeo, the Arizona Rim Country competition brings champion cowboys from all across the nation to participate in the Professional Rodeo Cowboys Association rodeo. Rodeo is made up of handsome guys, beautiful women and lots of kids. Everywhere you look are horses tied to stock trailers, bulls crashing against fences and calves milling around a pen. Music blares from loudspeakers, scents of fresh popcorn, fry bread and bratwurst fill the air and cold drinks are neatly packed in troughs of crushed ice. The most important part of the rodeo is the fans. Fans are those people that

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The Wickenburg Chamber of Commerce is sponsoring its 15th Annual Fiesta Septiembre, scheduled for Saturday, September 6th, 2003, in Wickenburg, Arizona. The festive event runs from 11 am - 8 pm indoors and outside of the Wickenburg Community Center, located at 160 North Valentine Street in the heart of the Historic District. Events scheduled during the fiesta include a special Hispanic Families photography exhibit, entertainment throughout the day with two Mariachi bands - Mariachi Corazon de Phoenix and Mariachi Chihuahua, folklorico dance troupes - Ballet Folklorico de Santa Maria and Ballet Folklorico Corazon de Mexico, as well as music by Phoenix’s own “Barrio Latino” band. Special

come early and watch the tractor loosen the dirt in the arena, become excited when the grand entry passes and remove cowboy hats to show respect to the U. S. Flag. Fans are the ones that clap for every entrant - even if he or she is not in the money. You can be a fan for just the price of admission. At the end of the performance, most everyone has taken terrific action pictures, eaten lots of tasty food and bought a gift or remembrance for the folks back home. Without a doubt everyone leaves with memories that will last a lifetime. Come on up to Payson and Arizona Rim Country and be a part of history. The August Doin’s on August 15-17 will be the highlight of your summer. Oh, and don’t overlook reserving a hotel or rustic lodge room ‘cause there is a fabulous country/western dance after the rodeo. Tickets are Adults: $14.00, Kids 5-12: $7.00, Kids under 5 FREE. The MultiEvent Center is located at the south end of Payson, west side of State Highway 87. For more information call the Rim Country Regional Chamber at 1-800672-9766 or visit www.rimcountrychamber.com.

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If you are looking for a day full of fun, head to Miami for The Fiesta! Held each year on the Saturday nearest to Mexican Independence Day, The Fiesta falls on September 13th, 2003. The Town of Miami, located 75 miles East of Phoenix on US 60, is a copper mining boomtown that was started in 1909 and quickly became home to over 10,000 miners and their families. In the early 1950’s, the Fiesta was going “full blast,” sponsored by the Latino Club of Globe and Miami. Later the club disbanded and the Fiesta was gone. In 1997 it was revived; Hispanic performers for entertainment of all sorts, music, shows, vendors, etc., were all invited. However, something NEW was needed to attract people from out of the area.

Suggestions included horse races, motorcycle races, and sporting events... but Miami lacked an area large enough to accommodate them. Then someone suggested something Hispanic in origin, small, different and would require less space... Thus were born the well-known Chihuahua Races! The races have now become the featured event of the day with entries from throughout the city, state, and nation. Along with the races you’ll enjoy the parade, live music, dance groups, raffles, vendors and Beer Garden, not to mention the Salsa contest and the Piñata Break-Contest. It’s a great day out - don’t miss it! For more information, please call Miami Town Hall at 928-473-4403.

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AUGUST 2003

Win a Houseboat Vacation! Hundreds of Prizes to Be Given Away

Weekly drawings began June 6th, so register now! There’s no better place than the playground called Arizona, where the weather always cooperates, the sightseeing never fails to dazzle, and the opportunities for recreational fun remain boundless. And now through August 31, 2003, you can have a chance to win one of more than 300 travel prizes from ArizonaGiveaways.com. You’ll find some unbelievable prizes at ArizonaGiveaways.com, including 3 great Grand Prizes: • Five-day houseboat vacation at Lake Powell • Four-night action-packed Northern Arizona tour for six people • Three-night stay at Four Seasons Scottsdale In addition to these Grand Prizes, there are close to 300 other prizes that will be given away. There are also some great Arizona travel deals and offers available to everyone, whether you enter or not. Some of these offers include: • Spa treatment for two “under the stars” at Sanctuary in Scottsdale

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Route 66 - Along the Mother Road For many decades from the 1920’s till the “Main Street of America” was decertified in 1984, Route 66 was the heart of westward travel. Relive the past as you explore the 200 miles of Route 66 that remain in Arizona today. Start the itinerary at either end of the road.

Take the elevator down 21 stories to explore one of the largest dry caves in the US. Continue on the way to Seligman where you will want to stop at the famous Snow Cap Drive-In - celebrating its 50th Anniversary - for a delicious shake or hot dog. Stop in Ash Fork, then continue to Williams where you will spend the night.

Day One: Begin in Topock/Golden Shores for the longest remaining stretch of Route 66 in America. Stop in Oatman, once a rich gold mining camp and now an “almost ghost town.” Enjoy live gunfights put on by the Oatman Ghostrider Gunfighters as well as costumed dancers, unique shops, saloons and friendly wild burros. Continue to Kingman where Route 66 runs through the historic downtown area. Visit The Powerhouse Visitor Center and the Route 66 Museum. Murals, exhibits, period vehicles and a street scene make the road’s history come alive. Stay overnight.

Day Three: Explore this last Route 66 town to be by-passed by I-40. The entire downtown is listed in the National Register for Historic Places and numerous Route 66 businesses offer food and memorabilia. If you have time take a side trip to the Grand Canyon. In August the Cool Country Cruise-In and Route 66 Festival brings the 1950s alive. Leave in the afternoon and drive to Flagstaff. After dinner check out The Museum Club, an old log structure built in 1918 where musicians traveling Route 66 stopped to perform and still a music venue today.

Day Two: Head east, stopping in Peach Springs on the Hualapai Indian Reservation. The Shell Station there dates back to the 1920s and is one of the few continuously operated stations to be found on all of Route 66. Further down the road you will reach the Grand Canyon Caverns where a grinning green dinosaur greets visitors.

Day Four: Route 66 is the Flagstaff’s main eastwest street. You can easily spend a day here exploring. The historic downtown is vibrant and full of interesting shops and restaurants. There are many attractions to enjoy, such as Lowell Observatory, Riordan Mansion State Historic Park, the Museum of Northern Arizona and The Arboretum. Overnight in Flagstaff again or if you wish to continue with Route 66 related adventures, leave earlier in the day to head to Winslow. Stop on the way to visit Meteor Crater. Day Five: Historic Route 66 runs through Winslow’s downtown district with its classic diners, trading posts and antique shops. Be sure to visit the “Standin’ on a Corner” Park built as a tribute to the Eagles’ famous hit song. The restored La Posada, last and most elegant of the Fred Harvey Hotels, is also well worth a visit. Head to Holbrook as your last stop on the Route 66 itinerary. One of its most memorable landmarks is the Wigwam Motel. The historic Courthouse houses an Old West Museum and jail and nearby is the Petrified Forest National Park.

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Prescott, Jerome, Verde Valley & Sedona Day One: From the Phoenix area, take the I-17 North until you reach Cordes Junction, then take Hwy 69 towards Prescott for some cool temperatures and Arizona frontier history (approx. 2 hour drive). Spend some time on Gurley Street and stop for lunch at the Prescott Brewing Company for some burgers and micro brew. In the afternoon learn about Prescott’s rich history by visiting the Sharlot Hall Museum for a glimpse of the original Governor’s Mansion or take some time to see what’s on at the Phippen Museum of Western Art. Get settled into the Springhill Suites and spend the evening strolling around the Courthouse and Whiskey Row. Day Two: Depart Prescott for a day in the “ghost-town” of Jerome. Start out at Jerome State Historic Park for a glimpse into the history of the once booming mining town. Spend some time strolling down Main Street to explore the unique assortment of shops and galleries. Overnight in one of the historic Inns or Bed & Breakfasts.

Day Three: From Jerome, head East to Clarkdale for a day in the beautiful Verde Valley. Spend the morning at Tuzigoot National Monument to visit the remains of the ancient civilization that once thrived there. At 1:00pm, climb aboard for a train ride through the Verde Valley on the Verde Canyon Railroad and experience “Arizona’s longest-running nature show”. Day Four: From Clarkdale, drive North East to Sedona. Stop at one of the many pullouts to photograph the red rock formations of this breathtaking region. Cathedral Rock and Bell Rock are easily identifiable by name. Pay a visit to the Chapel of the Holy Cross, then spend a warm summer afternoon at Slide Rock State Park, where Oak Creek has created a natural chute that has become a popular waterslide. Overnight inSedona. Day Five: Spend the morning exploring Sedona from the air. For the afternoon, visit Tlaquepaque Arts & Crafts Village, which is home to an exceptional collection of Sedona galleries, shops and fine restaurants.

Globe, Pinetop-Lakeside Day One: From Phoenix, head towards Apache Junction and take Hwy 60 to Globe. Spend some time exploring this Main Street community and its historic streets and quaint shops. Be sure to pay a visit to Besh-Ba-Gowah Archaeological Park and learn about the ancient Salado Indian tribe. Spend the night in one of Globe’s cozy B&Bs such as the Moon Over Miami. Day Two: From Globe, continue North towards Show Low, the town named by the turn of a card, stopping along the way to admire the beauty of the Salt River Canyon as you drive through. Various tour outfitters run full day rafting trips for the thrill seeker through the Upper Salt River Canyon.

Continue up Hwy 60 to Show Low, then on to Pinetop-Lakeside. Rent a cozy cabin and spend the day hiking one of the many trails such as the 3.5 mile Ice Cave Trail. Have dinner at a local favorite, Charlie Clark’s Steak House. Day Three: Visit the nearby White Mountain Apache Reservation to explore the Cultural Center and Museum where you can learn about Apache beliefs and history and view the superb collection of traditional baskets. Nine of the 27 buildings of historic Fort Apache have been restored and visitors may take a self-guided tour. Stay at the Hon-Dah Resort Casino and try your hand at lady luck, then enjoy the latest Vegas style show before your return to Phoenix.

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The Heart of High Country Also, the Durango & Silverton Narrow Gauge Railroad operates daily through October. This remnant of the mining days offers unparalleled beauty in an unforgettable steam train experience. The Silverton area is known as the jeeping capital of the world. The nationally renowned Alpine Loop connects Silverton with Lake City and Ouray through unforgettable alpine scenery. Jeep rentals are available in town, or let the professional tour companies drive for you. You can also journey through an authentic gold mine or tour an ore mill, guided by experienced and knowledgeable escorts. You will find historic mining sites at every turn, many dating back to the 1800s. Silverton is the Heart of High Country. Outfitters operate horseback excursions in town or into the mountains. The San Juan Mountains offer miles of hiking and mountain bike trails, including the Colorado Trail and the Continental Divide Trail, a short distance from town. For more information, please contact the Silverton Chamber of Commerce at 800-752-4494 or on the web at www.silverton.org or www.silvertoncolorado.com.

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The Rio Grande Southern Hotel is located on the town square of picturesque Dolores, Colorado. The Hotel has been in continuous use as a hostelry for over 100 years, and has provided shelter for several local historical people. As a bed and breakfast, the Rio Grande Southern Hotel is truly exceptional. With its comfortable historic atmosphere and Victorian decor, it will fulfill your highest expectations. Claw foot bath tubs in most of the rooms take guests back to days gone by. Our fine restaurant is well known for its southwestern cuisine and comfortable setting. The Dolores River Valley lies at the center of a wonderful recreation area. You may camp, hike, backpack, raft, kayak, canoe, water-ski, go 4-wheeling, or just take a casual drive. The “San Juan Skyway” is certainly one of the most scenic and beautiful roads in America. This is a beautiful area in the winter, and offers cross-country skiing, snowmobiling and ice fishing. For the fisherman, the Dolores River

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Nestled in the heart of the San Juan Mountains in southwest Colorado, the Town of Silverton with its unique mining history, Victorian charm and unequaled beauty is an ideal base for your summer explorations. This old west town rests at an elevation of 9,318 feet, surrounded by public lands waiting for you and your family to discover. Whether by scenic Narrow Gauge RR, 4wheel drive, horseback, mountain bike or on foot, explore the pristine wilderness and historic ghost towns just outside your hotel door. Fish in high mountain streams and lakes, or picnic in view of a historic mine site. Renew yourself in the heart of the high country without spending a fortune. Silverton offers romantic Victorian to modern accommodations and dining at affordable family prices. Don’t miss a visit to historic downtown and the infamous Blair Street Bordello District. Here you will discover unique gift shops and galleries and the works of local artists. Join us in our community events rich in history and traditional American culture.

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has some of the finest trout fishing in America. Deer, elk, cougar, bear and small game share the beautiful Dolores Valley. This area is a perfect headquarters for the hunter. Many experienced outfitters are also available in the Dolores Area. The town of Dolores is located at 7,000 feet elevation at the base of the San Juan Mountains, and close to the arid desert. This results in an exceptionally diverse environment. Both arid and alpine vegetation, wildlife, and landscape are found in the regions surrounding the Dolores River Valley. Dolores also makes the perfect base for visiting the Four-Corners area as well, with its rich archeological history. It is just two miles from the Anasazi Heritage Center and the Escalante Ruins which overlook McFee Lake. It is within close driving distance of Mesa Verde National Park and numerous other sites as well. For more information, please call 970-882-7527, or visit www.riograndesouthernhotel.com

Mesa Verde Country ATTRACTIONS Cortez Crow Canyon Archeological Center 23390 Rd. K, 970-565-8975, 800-422-8975 www.crowcanyon.org Learn about archaeology and experience it for yourself in both campus based and travelling programs. Durango Bar D Chuckwagon Suppers 8080 Country Road 250 970-247-5753, 888-800-5753 Authentic chuckwagon evening, performances of songs of the old west with stories and comedy in their famous stage show after supper. Genuine BBQ supper. Artisan shop, western gifts, blacksmith shop, chocolate factory, chapel in the pines, Book Nook with local cookbooks and cowboy poetry, Nature Trail, train on site. Durango & Silverton Narrow Gauge Railroad 479 Main Ave., 970-259-0274, 970-247-2733 www.durangotrain.com info@durangotrain.com Authentic narrow gauge railroad through spectacular scenery, between Durango and Silverton. Silverton San Juan Backcountry 1121 Greene St., 970-387-5565, 800-494-8687 www.sanjuanbackcountry.com 4 wheel drive, train/tour packages, camping trips, horseback, guided tours. Old Hundred Gold Mine Tour 721 County Road 4-A, 970-387-5444 www.minetour.com, old100@minetour.com Underground fun in a real gold mine! Ride mine train, see mining demonstrations. Free gold panning. Guided tours daily on the hour through October 13. HOTELS Cortez Budget Host Inn 2040 E. Main, 970-565-3738, 888-677-3738 www.budgethostmesaverde.com, bhinn@fone.net 41 units. Majestic Views of the Rockies complement the rooms. Splendid rooms, beautiful yard and relaxing pool area away from the road and traffic, provide a memorable stay. Continental breakfast. Credit cards accepted, senior discounts. Non smoking.

Dolores Rio Grande Southern Hotel B & B 101 S. Fifth, 970-882-7527 www.riograndesouthernhotel.com 108 year old National Historic Site, suites with private baths, antiques, no TV, breakfast in restaurant. All rooms 2nd floor. Durango Rochester Hotel 726 E. 2nd Ave., 970-385-1920, 800-664-1920 www.rochesterhotel.com, stay@rochesterhotel.com The beautifully renovated Rochester Hotel, built in 1892, offers fifteen spacious rooms with high ceilings, king or queen beds, and private baths, and is decorated in an Old West motif. Silverton Grand Imperial Hotel 1219 Greene St., 800-341-3340, 800-341-3340 www.grandimperialhotel.com grandimperial@frontier.net Built in 1882. Lots of antiques with magnificent mountain views from every room. Featuring Gold King Dining Room, live ragtime music. Inn of the Rockies 220 E. 10th St., 970-387-5336, 800-267-5336 www.innoftherockies.com innoftherockies@hotmail.com DUDE RANCHES Bayfield Wits End Ranch and Resort 254 County Road 500, 970-884-4113 800-236-9483 www.witsendranch.com, weranch@aol.com Nestled amongst a thick carpet of aspen and pine, Wit’s End is known worldwide for country elegance and ambiance, exquisite accommodations, world class fly fishing and a great children’s program, as well as candlelight dining and a superb horse program. RESTAURANTS Dolores Rio Grande Southern Restaurant 101 S. Fifth, 970-882-7527 www.riograndesouthernhotel.com Serving breakfast and lunch, all homemade soups and desserts. Silverton Handlebars Food & Saloon PO Box 261, 970-387-5395 Steaks, ribs, burgers, homemade soups and salads, buffalo burgers, open for lunch and dinner.

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New Mexico’s Four Corners Attractions

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Long referred to as the “Land of Enchantment,” New Mexico’s Four Corners country has both her distinctive desert beauty and her history to offer to visitors. The past whispers from prehistoric Anasazi ruins, adding through time the tones of the Spanish culture and the Navajo, Jicarilla, Apache, and various Pueblo ancestries, creating a unique voice that can still be heard as the high-desert plateau lands speak to her visitors today. The land still holds her stories, just waiting for the patient listener to pause within the ruins of the ancient multi-storied pueblos left from almost a thousand years past and today preserved at the historic parks and monuments of New Mexico. New Mexico also celebrates her history with traditional pow-wows and Inter-tribal ceremonial events, as well as museums, cultural centers and native art & craft marketplaces, all creating for the visitor an appreciation of Northwest New Mexico’s heritage, a culmination of enchantment enduring across the centuries.

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2. El Morro National Monument Ancient “graffiti” on cliff walls at this permanent watering place commemorates the passage of Spanish conquistadors, Mormon settlers and many others. Camping. 3. El Malpais National Monument Lava flows with ice caves surrounded by an alpine forest of pine and quaking aspen. Primitive camping and day hiking. 4. Chaco Culture National Historical Park - North America’s largest excavated prehistoric ruins. Open daily, camping. 5. Bisti Badlands Wilderness - The strange and unusual geologic formations are within a federal wilderness area. Fossils of plants and large petrified logs in a scenic and colorful location. Primitive camping and day hiking. 6. Shiprock Pinnacle - The Navajo call this sacred formation Tse Bit’ta’i, “rock with wings.” Rising more than 1,700 feet from its desert base, the monument can be seen from 100 miles across the landscape. 7. San Juan Archaeological Research Center and Library at Salmon Ruin Built in the 11th century in the Chacoan style, this is one of the largest outlying colonies of the pueblo ruins. There is a Heritage Park with hand-on activities.

8. Angel Peak - An impressive geologic formation more than 40 million years of age. Trails, overlooks, and camping. 9. Aztec Ruins National Monument Take a self-guided tour and wander through this 500-room pueblo with a reconstructed great kiva - the largest to be found on this continent. Open daily, picnic area. 10. Navajo Lake State Park - Enjoy two hundred miles of shoreline on a lake fed by two rivers. Visitors can boat, swim, water-ski or fish. The lake has a visitor center, sizable marina, paved boat launching and rental boats. Marine supplies and related services are available. Camping facilities or primitive camping areas. 11. Cumbres & Toltec Scenic Railroad - Overlook the compelling high-desert landscape from America’s highest and longest narrow-gauge railroad. Excursions daily with overnights between Chama, NM and Antonito, CO. (Open June to October.)

New Mexico Events AUG 3-10 SANTA FE Santa Fe County Fair 3229 Rodeo Road - Lots of things to do, plenty of eating choices, an assortment of entertainment, and a variety of events. 505-471-4711 AUG 6-10 GALLUP Inter-Tribal Indian Ceremonial Red Rock State Park, also downtown Gallup - 50 tribes from US & Canada: dances, parades, and rodeos. Juried Indian art show, arts & crafts vendors, half marathon & 5K run. Adm varies. 505-863-3896

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hang from the large ceiling beams. You can also take a tour of the historic John Lorenzo Hubbell home. Hubbell, born in 1853, learned the ways and language of the Navajo while traveling in the southwest and while employed as a clerk and interpreter at various military and trading posts. In 1876 he began trading at the Hubbell Post. For the next 50 years he was not only merchant but trusted friend, who translated and wrote letters, settled family quarrels, explained government policy, and helped the sick. He was known for his honesty in business dealings, for his hospitality, and for his wise council to the Navajo. The Hubbell Trading Post National Historic Site is administered by the National Park Service. For more information call 928-755-3475.

Shiprock, NM Sacred Site, Modern Town A 1700-foot eroded volcanic plume soars from the surrounding plain. "Fins" of igneous rock resemble wings... and thus it is known to the Navahos, who call it Tse Bi dahi, or the Rock with Wings. Sacred from ancient times, it is a site of pilgrimage. Early white settlers named the formation Ship Rock due to its resemblance to a windjammer under full sail. According to Navajo legend, the rock was once a great bird. Their ancestors were fleeing from enemies far to the northwest. As their shaman prayed to the Great Spirit for help, the ground beneath them became an enormous bird that flew the people to these lands in northwestern New Mexico. Some 10 miles from the peak is the town of Shiprock, originally named Naat’ anii N z (Tall Chief) after Superintendent William T. Shelton, who founded Shiprock as a government settlement for the San Juan School and Agency

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1. Pueblo of Zuni - An intermixing of both old and modern pueblo dwellings of the Zuni, renowned for their traditional skills in silver crafting and turquoise jewelry.

Hubbell Trading Post is the oldest continuously operating trading post in the Navajo Nation. Visit on August 23 and you too can be part of this long tradition. A Native American Auction featuring Navajo weavings, Pueblo katsina dolls, pottery, paintings, and baskets will take place under a tent at the Historic Site in Ganado (1/2 mile west of Hwy 191). While there take time to explore the trading post. The main trading area with its rectangular iron stove is called the “bullpen” and its appearance has changed little in the last 100 years. Shelves filled with coffee, flour, sugar, calico, pocket knives, and canned goods stand behind tall counters. Hardware and harnesses hang from the ceiling. The rug room contains stacks of blankets and rugs while baskets, saddles, and Indian water jugs

in 1903. Recently, the native people of Shiprock have been calling themselves, Tóhní, meaning "People of the Water," born and raised by the San Juan River. Shelton was respected throughout the region for his staunch championship of the Navajos. There were some 275 Navajo farms in the area; Shelton set about improving and extending the irrigation system, developed a fine dairy herd, and opened both a sawmill and a coal mine. Shiprock is located at the intersection of U.S. highway 666 and U.S. highway 64, about 25 miles west of Farmington, New Mexico. The town of approximately 12,000 people has a new hospital and a campus of Dine College. The annual Northern Navajo Fair is held here the first week in October. Come enjoy the rodeo, carnival, traditional Navajo song & dance, intertribal pow-wow, Navajo food, country and western concerts, parade, horseracing, baby contest, agricultural and arts & crafts exhibits, and more. 505-368-1081

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Greer, Arizona, is the perfect vacation destination for those of us who love a peaceful, cool, and beautiful location where we can relax without a need to be entertained. With only 150 full-time residents, the town is definitely laidback. Greer offers several choices of accommodations, a few gift shops, and restaurants. It has no local movie theater, Blockbuster Video, or fast food restaurants. The only grocery store is out on the edge of town and offers just the basics. There is one road into and from the town off Highway 260, and it only gets crowded on the weekends (crowded being a relative term). Nestled in a meadow among the White Mountains along the Little Colorado River at an elevation of about 8500 feet, Greer is secluded and unpretentious in the midst of nature’s glory. Fly-fishing, hiking, and horseback riding are the primary summer-time activities for those who are not content just to let the world go by. We can testify that there are fish in the Little Colorado, because we watched the Arizona Game & Fish personnel carry several nets of flopping cargo to the water for release. Those of us who prefer to walk or sit quietly can enjoy watching a variety of wildlife, listening to the burbling river, and counting the stars at night. Our trip allowed us to try out two dif-

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ferent types of accommodations. First we stayed at Cattle Kate’s bed & breakfast, where we were treated to a room overlooking the two ponds on the property and a fabulous breakfast. Brandon and Karen Bell were delightful and knowledgeable hosts. We enjoyed the rustic decor of the main lodge and individual rooms with unique touches such as the log cabins and pine cone trees on the tables. After seeing and tasting the breakfast, we knew we wanted to experience dinner on the deck of the restaurant. And we were not disappointed. In the cool of the evening the deck was a wonderful place to dine on delicious steaks and a fabulous dessert. Brandon told us that he strives to provide a good value in all he does, and we agreed that he was surely successful! (928-735-7744) For a change of pace, we next spent a night in one of the cabins at the White Mountain Lodge, where we had all the necessary facilities to prepare our own meals and relax in our own living room. We also had a comfortable swing on the porch to allow us to enjoy the cool mountain air in comfort. (888-493-7568) Gorgeous Greer is our favorite Arizona summertime vacation location, but we hope it never becomes TOO popular. We never want it to change! BIO: Phyllis Adams, a former executive with TXU Electric & Gas in Dallas, TX, took early retirement and moved to Prescott, AZ, with her husband, Chuck, in 2000. An avid traveler and writer, she is excited about the opportunity to combine both interests through the AZ Tourist News travel writer program.

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August Events

Chino Valley Territorial Days Celebration AUG 30 CHINO VALLEY Arizona’s first territorial capital was established at Del Rio Springs in Chino Valley on January 22, 1864. Nine months later it was moved north to a camp that is now the VA Hospital in Prescott. Chino Valley is proud of being the site of the first territorial capital and commemorates the fact with an annual celebration. The celebrating starts early on August 30th with a 6 am to 9 am Lion’s Club pancake breakfast held at the Senior Center. The annual Territorial Day Parade steps off at 10am and disperses at Memory Park where activities are planned for kids of all ages. At 3pm the 53rd annual Corn Dinner, hosted by the FFA, starts at Del Rio School. Chino Valley welcomes visitors from around the state to this well-known event. Chino Valley Area C of C, 928-636-2493. AUG 1-2 TUCSON Mount Graham Sacred Run Run starts at Pascua Yaqui reservation and ends at the top of Mt. Graham on the 2nd. Runners need sleeping bag & warm clothing. Free. 928-475-2494 AUG 1-2 EAGAR Eagar Daze Ramsey Park - Fri. eve: Ice Cream Social. Sat: local entertainment, arts & crafts fair, softball & volleyball tournaments, free swim, Fun Run, Pit BBQ $, logging events, kids games, free adm. 928-333-1639 AUG 1-3 WILLIAMS Cowpunchers Reunion Rodeo Bob Dean Rodeo Arena - Real working cowboys get together and put on a big rodeo for themselves, great fun to watch. Daily 1p, dance Fr & Sa. 928-632-7680 AUG 1-3 FLAGSTAFF Festival In The Pines Coconino Fairgrounds - 150 country-wide juried artisans, 2 stages of entertainment, interactive kid’s area, food, $7, under 12 free, Fr 11a-6p, Sa-Su 9a-6p. 888-278-3378 AUG 1-31 SIERRA VISTA Native American Kachina Doll Collection Henry Hause Museum - Kachina dolls from various tribes. View these painstakingly crafted, spiritual entities revered by the Native Americans. 800-288-3861 AUG 2 ALPINE Cool August Night Car Show & Poker Run Tal-Wi-Wi Meadow - Antique cars on display 7a-12p, poker fun run, judging, trophies, BBQ, free to spectators. 928-339-4319 AUG 2-3 FLAGSTAFF Navajo Marketplace Museum of Northern AZ - Indian market w/Native American artists selling their work, demos, tribal dances, kid’s activities. Adm $5 adults; $4 snrs; $3 students; $2 kids 7-17, 9a-5p. 928-774-5213 AUG 2-3 ELGIN August Fest Sonoita Vineyards - Wine tasting w/ souvenir wine glass ($10); tour of vineyards & winery, live music, grape stomping contest w/prizes. Catered lunch avail for purchase. 11a-4p. 520-455-5893

AUG 2-3 SHOW LOW St. Rita’s Fiesta St. Rita’s Catholic Church - Sat 6p-11p will be a Luau Festival Dance & Dinner. Sun 9a-3p will be food, games & music. 888-746-9569 AUG 6-10 BISBEE Southwest Wings Birding & Nature Festival Exhibits, vendors, presentations & field trips to places like the San Pedro River, Chiricahua Mts & Huachuca Mts. Featured bird is the Black-throated Sparrow. 520378-0233

AUG 16 FLAGSTAFF The Climb to Conquer Cancer Arizona Snowbowl, 7-mile walk up paved road, at top enjoy a festival w/live music, food, rides & fun, $30 preregister, $40 day of event. Ages 7-11 $10. 928-526-3800

AUG 8-10 TOMBSTONE Vigilante Days Activities include a 10K run, gunfight reenactments competition ($3), street entertainment,1880s Fashion Show, & chili cook-off ($4). 520-803-0846, 800-457-3423

AUG 16 CAMP VERDE Campe Verde Block Party Camp Verde Community Center, 395 S. Main - Arts & crafts, food, music, games, antique cars and much more. Free adm, 6-11p. 928-567-0535 ext. 136

AUG 16 ALPINE 4 Corners Chili Cook- Off Rodeo Grounds - CASI sanctioned, entertainment, also a bean competition and BBQ contest, SPAM contest, lots of prizes for contest entry! Free, 10a-5p. 928-339-1840

AUG 9 FLAGSTAFF Big Brothers/Big Sisters Half Marathon Wheeler Park-Fr dinner 6:30p. Free dinner to runners, $3: spectators. Sa 13mi, 8:15a; 5K fun run Race 8a. Race Reg. Fee $15-$30. Awards. 928-774-0649 AUG 9 SHOW LOW Concert in the Park Show Low City Park - Opening band, 5:30-6:30p: High Country Barbershop. Feature, 7-9p: The Desert Sons (Classic Western). 888-746-9569

AUG 9-10 GLOBE-MIAMI Red McLaughlin Invitational Archery Shoot Timber Camp - 21mi N. of Globe, competition in many ages/divisions, Pee Wee Shooters free. Adults $20, under 18 $10, Family Package $50, Sa 7a, Su 6a. 928-473-2812

AUG 22-23 TUCSON Pio Decimo Norteno Music & Street Festival Greyhound Park - A free juried art exhibit, Sat. battle of the bands, carnival, food, Norteno music. 520-881-8520 or 520-622-2801

AUG 9-10 PRESCOTT 54th Summer Festival Courthouse Plaza - 170+ of the finest artists & artisans from around the West, demonstrations, free adm, Sa 9a5p, Su 10a-4p. 928-445-2510

AUG 22-SEP 21 SCOTTSDALE Once Upon a Mattress Desert Stages Theatre, 8473 E. McDonald Dr - Rollicking musical retelling of “The Princess and the Pea.” A royal delight for the entire family. Fr-Sa 7:30p; Sa-Su 1p, $12. 480-483-1664

AUG 9-10 OVERGAARD Calf Roping & Barrel Racing Bison Ranch Arena - Starts 10a. 928-535-6789

AUG 23 GANADO Native American Auction Hubbell Trading Post - preview 9-11a, auction 12p, held in a large tent. Navajo weavings, Pueblo Kachina dolls, pottery, paintings, baskets. 928-755-3475

AUG 12 PRESCOTT Zoo by Moonlight Heritage Park Zoo - bring a flash light, $3 adm, 8-9:30p. 928-778-4242 AUG 14-16 PRESCOTT Arizona Cowboy Poets Gathering Sharlot Hall Museum - 100+ poets, reciters & old time singers keep alive the tradition. Various performances, activities & locations. www.sharlot.org; 928-445-3122 AUG 15-17 PAYSON 119th Annual World’s Oldest Continuous Rodeo Multi-Event Center - Bull riding, calf roping, barrel racing & more, PRCA sanctioned. Adults $14, childen $7. Call re family performance. 928-474-4515, 800-672-9766

Gospel Music • Cloggers • Nightly Jam Sessions Children’s Crafts & Music • Workshops • Food Booths Limited Dry Camping Avail: $6/night (2 night min.) • And More!

BULLS, BRONCS, DININ’ & DANCIN’! Rodeo Clown Acts • Kid’s Rodeo • Steak Fry • Covered Facilities ADMISSION: 13 & OVER - $8 • 5-12 - $5 • 4 & UNDER FREE Call for more information: 520-455-5553 SANTA CRUZ COUNTY FAIR & RODEO ASSN. Hwy 83, Sonoita, Az

www.sonoitafairgrounds.com

AUG 19 BELLEMONT Ride Home Party Harley Davidson Dealership - All day bands, food, motorcycle games - Harley riders from all over the world! 928-772-7247 AUG 20 TUCSON 228th Tucson’s Birthday Bash Pima Co. Courthouse - American, Spanish, Mexican, Confederate, Tohono O’Odham, Pascua Yaqui & State of AZ flag ceremony incl patriotic music. Period costumes encouraged. 8a. 520-299-1743

Make Your Plans Now…Come to the Cool Country for Music in the Pines!

Aug 30 - Sept 1, 2003

AUG 16-17 SEDONA Sedona Arts & Crafts Show Bell Rock Plaza - Exciting new art from about 30 artists and craftsmen - paintings, photography, jewelry, pottery and more. 10a-5p, free adm. 928-284-9627

Aug. 9 & 10, 2003

RIP ROARIN’ RODEO ACTION!

AUG 16 WILLIAMS Cool Country Cruise-In and Route 66 Festival Go back in time & enjoy the 1950’s again on Route 66! Classic Car Show w/trophies, battle of the bands, sock hop, contests & more, free. 928-635-0266

AUG 7 KINGMAN Mighty Mudmania Fireman’s Park - 100 yard obstacle course, maze mud challenges, competition for different age groups from 3-5 year olds to senior divisions, free, 10a. 928-757-7919

13th Annual White Mountain Bluegrass Music Festival

“The Best Little Rodeo In Arizona”

FEATURING: High Plains Tradition, Flinthill Special, Raw Deal Bluegrass Band, Fiddlemania, Mazatzal, McNasty Brothers, Burnett Family Band, The Lampkins Family, Southwest Ramblers, and Bluegrass Gospel Express. Adults $8 • 12 & under Free

Saturday 9am-5pm • Sunday 10am-4pm Festival Site on Woodland Road

LAKESIDE, AZ

For more information call the Pinetop-Lakeside C of C

928-367-4290 or 800-573-4031

AUG 23 SIERRA VISTA Army Soldier Show Buena Performing Arts Center - The Army showcases some of the many musical, dance, voice and entertainment talents of today’s soldiers, 2p & 7p. Free adm but ticket required. 520-533-3354 AUG 23 FLAGSTAFF AZ Rough Riders Riordan Mansion State Historic Park - Living History Presentation 10a-4p. Brings Spanish/American War era to life, authentic costumes of the famous Rough Riders, 100 yr old weapons. 928-779-4395 AUG 23 CAMP VERDE “Ante Up for the Kids” Summer 2003 Poker Run Cliff Castle Casino - A day of fun with other motorcycle enthusiasts, a cruise around the scenic Verde Valley and a chance to win some cash. To register: 928-567-7999 AUG 23-24 KINGMAN Annual Hualapai Mountain Park Arts & Crafts Hualapai Mountain Lodge - Includes about 30 vendors, food and beverages, live music, no adm fee. Located 12 miles above Kingman in the mtns. 928-757-3545 AUG 23-24 PHOENIX Family Cornfest, Arts & Crafts Fair El Zaribah Shrine Auditorium - 60+ arts and crafts exhibitors, fresh sweet corn, baked goods, free adm & parking, $5 for lunch. 10a-5p. 602-231-0300 AUG 24 TUCSON Fiesta de San Agustin Armory Park - Celebrate the founding of the Presidio with music, food, Ballet Folklorico and more! Festivities begin at Noon. Free. 520-547-3338 AUG 24 BISBEE A Miner’s Dream: Out of the Mines & into Iberia Changehouse in Queen Mine - Food, wine, music & dance of Spain & Portugal. Live music by Chris Burton Jacome & friends, gift basket silent auction, $40. 520432-7071 AUG 28-SEP 1 OVERGAARD Bisontown Labor Day Bash & Great American Picnic Bison Ranch - Picnics welcome on village green, arts & crafts show, food booths, musical entertainment, Cowboy Mountain Shooting in Arena, Parades! 928-535-6789

AUGUST 2003 AUG 28-SEP 2 WHITERIVER 78th Annual White Mountain Apache Tribal Fair & Rodeo Whiteriver Fairgrounds - Carnival, stages, parade Sa morn, bike & car show, dances, fireworks, all Indian rodeo, $. 928-338-4346 ext. 316 AUG 29-30 DOLAN SPRINGS Dolan Springs Day Dolan Springs School - Fri: Pageant 7p. Sat. Main Street parade at 10a, famous Cow Bingo - will the cow pick YOUR lucky number? Car show, arts & crafts, games, raffles, evening dance. 928-279-6786 AUG 29-30 SPRINGERVILLE Cowboy Cow Pasture Golf Tournament Bar Flying V Ranch - Golf on the open range, poets, storytellers, music, cowboy demos, BBQ ($), Western art show, crafts. 928-333-2123 AUG 29-31 TUCSON Desert Bracket Classic Southwestern International Raceway - Big Bucks Race, gates open at 9a. 3 day pass/$30, kids/$15. 520-762-9700 AUG 29-SEP 1 FLAGSTAFF Coconino County Fair Co. Fairgrounds - Airplanes, flying pigs, helicopter exhibits, more! In remembrance of the Wright Brothers’ 1st flight 100 years ago. Fr-Su 10-10, Mon 10-4; $6 adults, $3 ages 7-17 and 65+. 928-774-5139 AUG 29-SEP 1 FLAGSTAFF Pine Country Classic Posse Arena at Ft. Tuthill - Unites States Team Roping championship. Hours 8a-5p daily. Free. 480-250-1745 AUG 30 TAYLOR Taylor Sweet Corn Festival Parade, car show, junior rodeo, bike races, arts & crafts fair, BBQ, Annual Fireman’s Muster, dances and a celebration of sweet corn. Free adm. 928-536-7366 AUG 30 BISBEE Brewery Gulch Daze Brewery Gulch - Celebrate Bisbee’s bawdy mining past. Old Miz Biz contest, Waterball tourney, Chili Cook-Off & waiter/waitress challenge, kid’s activities, carnival, free. 520-432-5421 AUG 30 SEDONA Moonlight Madness Festival & Sidewalk Sale Sedona Main Street District - Music, entertainment, kids activities & sidewalk sales along Hwy. 89A & Hwy 179, 12p-9p. www.sedonamainstreet.com, 928-204-2390 AUG 30 CHINO VALLEY First Territorial Capital Day Pancake b’fast at Senior Center, Parade at 10a followed by chili cook-off, entertainment, carnival, vendors, corn dinner from 3-7p & dance 8p-12a. 928-636-9780 AUG 30 SPRINGERVILLE Airport Fly-In Breakfast Springerville Municipal Airport - 8a, Biscuits & Gravy breakfast $3. Airplane show, art & craft show, entertainment. Free adm. 928-333-2123 AUG 30-31 FLAGSTAFF Zuni Marketplace Museum of Northern Arizona - Native American artists sell & demonstrate arts & crafts, tribal dances, kids activities. $5 adults; $4 snrs; $3 students; $2 kids 7-17. 9a-5p. 928-774-5213 AUG 30-31 FREDONIA Annual Kaibab Paiute Heritage Day Celebration Kaibab Reservation, Te’Angwavaxant Pow Wow grounds - Sunrise ceremony at 5a; Pow Wows; feast 5p6:30p, Dance/Singing contests, raffles, booths. 928-6436014 AUG 30-31 PINE Annual Pine-Strawberry Arts & Crafts Festival Community Ctr. - 85+ arts and crafts booths, food, free adm. Sat 8a-5p, Sun 8a-3p. 928-476-3547, 928-476-4480 AUG 30-31 FLAGSTAFF Annual Demolition Derby Ft. Tuthill - Crash ‘em up, bang ‘em up! Family fun weekend run by Flagstaff Motorsports Association. Hours 12p-4p both days. Adm $5, 5 & under free. 928-526-0405 AUG 30-31 SEDONA Bob Marley Festival Sedona Cultural Park - Celebration of reggae music in the spirit of Marley. Top reggae artists from around the world, food, activities, crafts. Donation. 928-203-4TIX or 800-780-ARTS AUG 30-SEP 1 SONOITA 88th Annual Labor Day Rodeo Fairgrounds - Exciting rodeo action with bulls, broncs and more. Kids rodeo, steak fry, adm $8, ages 5-12 $5. 520-455-5553 AUG 30-SEP 1 TOMBSTONE Rendezvous of Gunfighters Allen St - 3 days of shows in the O.K. Corral by the best western show groups from around the U.S, authentic costume parade on Sun. $4 for the O.K. Corral, 5 shows daily. 520-457-3548 AUG 30-SEP 1 PRESCOTT Faire on the Square Courthouse Plaza Square - Labor Day Weekend, 165 Fine Arts & Crafts vendors, 10a-5p. Free adm. 928-778-1926 AUG 30-SEP 1 WILLIAMS Labor Day PRCA Rodeo Professional rodeo featuring the top rodeo cowboys. Weekend includes a parade on Saturday, dances and many more activities, $8-10. 800-863-0546 AUG 30-SEP 1 FLAGSTAFF Art in the Park Wheeler Park - Juried fine art & fine craft show, all handmade, no import or commercial, continuous live music, food, free, Sa & Su 9a-6p, Mon 9a-4p. 928-556-9498 AUG 30-SEP 1 ST. JOHNS St. Johns Great American Race St. Johns Airpark - Over 200 cars race the runways. Formula cars, vintage cars, Indy cars and NASA. $2, under 16 free! 928-337-2000

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SEP 3-7 WINDOW ROCK Navajo Nation Fair Fairgrounds - Arts, crafts, baby contest, BBQ, exhibits, concerts, wild horse race, parade. Pow Wow, rodeo, traditional song & dance, fry bread contest, carnival. $2-$4. 928-871-6478

SEP 13 PRESCOTT Taste of Prescott Yavapai Casino - Tasting event showcasing the best restaurants in Prescott. Sponsored by the Yavapai Prescott Indian Tribe to benefit the Yavapai Food Bank. 928-771-0580

SEP 5-7 PHOENIX Outdoor Recreation Expo Phoenix Civic Plaza - Everything from archery to water skiing, kid’s fishing pond, kayak rodeo, planetarium & more, 10a-8p, $4 w/can of food, under 12 free. 623516-7878

SEP 13 PINETOP Chubby Checker in Concert Hon-Dah Resort Casino - 7pm at the Hon-Dah festival grounds. For more info call: 928-369-7568

SEP 5-20 GRAND CANYON Grand Canyon Music Festival Shrine of the Ages Auditorium - Musicians from around the country - jazz to classical. Fri, Sat, plus 10th & 17th. $18/adults, $8/kids 5-18, no kids under 5. Concerts start 7:30p. 800-997-8285 SEP 6 TUCSON Race for Cure Southwestern Int’l Raceway - Fund “racer” for cancer research. Features Brackets, Jr. Dragsters & Super Categories, gates open at 3p. Adult $10, Snr/Mil. $5, kids 10 & under free. 520-762-9700 SEP 6 WICKENBURG Fiesta Septiembre Wickenburg Community Center - Exhibits, arts & crafts, food, folklorico dancers, mariachi bands, salsa contest, tortilla making demo, free adm. 928-684-5479 SEP 6-7 PAGE-LAKE POWELL Annual Lake Powell Stampede Rodeo Vermillion Downs (off Haul Rd) - PRCA rodeo. All classic rodeo events, performances 7-9p, $10/gen, $5/11 & under. Get adv tickets to enter to win Ariat Boots. 928-645-3008 SEP 6-7 OVERGAARD Calf Roping & Barrel Racing Bison Ranch Arena - Starts 10a, 928-535-6789 SEP 10-13 HOLBROOK Navajo County Fair Navajo County Fairgrounds - Rodeo, arts & crafts, food, entertainment, 4-H competition, carnival, Little Buckaroo Rodeo. $3 adult, $1 child, 10a-10p. 928-5246407 SEP 11-14 KINGMAN Mohave County Fair Mohave County Fairgrounds - Carnival, 4-H competition & FFA livestock auction, rides, booths, shows, contests, $5 adults, $2 srs and 12-4. 928-753-2636 SEP 11-14 SONOITA Santa Cruz County Fair County Fairgrounds - Fair, carnival, exhibits, games, 4H livestock, live music; rodeo, trick & team roping, BLM Wild Horse & Burro Adoption, vendors, food. 9a, $3. 520-455-5553 SEP 12-13 GLENDALE Fiesta Glendale Historic Downtown, 58th & Glendale Ave - Traditional & contemporary Hispanic music, dance, food, crafts, fine art. Also a special Fiestas Patrias ceremony, free. 623-930-2299 SEP 12-14 DOUGLAS Douglas Fiestas Veterans Memorial Park (8th Street Park) - The China Poblanas Coronation, Mariachi music, folkorico dancers, Sat. parade, cultural foods & vendors, daily entertainment, carnival. 520-364-3484 SEP 13 SEDONA Fiesta Del Tlaquepaque Traditional Mexican Independence Day Celebration w/mariachi bands, folklorico dancers & fiery flamenco dancers. Demonstrating artists, food & fun for the kids. Free 10a-6p. 928-282-4838 SEP 13 CHANDLER Chandler Mariachi Festival Chandler Cntr for the Arts - Mariachi music, folklorico dance, kids’ mariachi groups. Mariachi Mujer headlines. $15-20/adv, $20-$25/door, 7:30p. 480-782-2680, 602788-5265 SEP 13 BENSON Mexican Independence Celebration Turquoise Hills Country Club - Mariachi music, folkloric dancers, singers, and more. Sponsored in combination with the City of Benson. 520-586-1103 SEP 13 TUCSON Annual Chiliheads of Arizona Cookoff Old Tucson Studios - Sample cups, $3, 1p, chili to taste while supplies last; live music, beverages. 10a-6p. $14.95 adults, $9.45 ages 4-11(+ tax). 520-883-0100, ext 257 SEP 13 SUPERIOR Bye-Bye Buzzards Boyce Thompson Arboretum - Farewell party celebrating seasonal departure of the resident flock of turkey vultures, $6, $3/kids, 7a-3p. http://arboretum.ag.arizona.edu, 520-689-2811 SEP 13 FLAGSTAFF Toys for Tots 2003 Bed Race, USA Downtown - Four runners push a bed and a rider over an obstacle course to win a trip to Disney World, 10a2p, $250/team or free for spectators. 928-556-9573 SEP 13 MIAMI The Fiesta Miami Memorial Park, Sullivan St - Live music, dance, raffles, vendors, beer garden, World Famous Chihuahua Races, Salsa Contest, Piñata Break-Contest. 8a-11p, Free adm. 928-473-4403

SEP 13-14 SEDONA Sedona Arts & Crafts Show Bell Rock Plaza - wonderful, exciting new art from about 30 artists and craftsmen - paintings, photography, jewelry, pottery and more. Free adm. 10a-5p. 928-2849627 SEP 13-14 CAMP VERDE General Crook’s Pioneer Days and the Fall Gun & Knife Show Community Center Grounds - Antique tractor & engine show, mule packing contest, 40+ vendors, chuck wagon dinner, dance, Pioneer Picnic on Sun. 928-567-0535 SEP 14 COTTONWOOD Salsa Festival Old Town Cottonwood - Salsa contest, live entertainment, arts, crafts, vendors, free adm, 10a-8p. 928-6349468 SEP 18-20 ST. JOHNS Apache County Fair Apache County Fairgrounds - Lots of entertainment, food and fun for the whole family, including horse racing. 928-337-2000 SEP 18-21 PRESCOTT VALLEY Yavapai County Fair Yavapai County Fairgrounds - Exhibits, livestock, staged entertainment, carnival rides, Demolition Derby, commercial vendors, food. 928-775-8000 SEP 18-21 GLOBE Gila County Fair Gila County Fairgrounds - 4-H activities, hobbies, crafts, entertainment, games, carnival, livestock auction. $2, 10a-10p. 5mi N of Globe on Hwy 60. 800-804-5623 SEP 18-21 DUNCAN County Fair & Rodeo Traditional county fair with Fair Parade, Ranch Rodeo, Horse Show, Bull Riding, BBQ, Carnival, Gospel Concert, Chili & Biscuit Cookoff, mule roundup & more. 8a-10p, $2. 928-359-2032 SEP 18-21 PRESCOTT VALLEY Wild Horse and Burro Adoption Adopt a living legend at the Yavapai County Fair. Bureau of Land Management will offer horses & burros for adoption, silent bid auctions. 866-4MUSTANGS(468-7826) SEP 19-20 SEDONA EcoFest IIII Sedona Cultural Park - Concert ticket prices vary. www.sedonaecofest.com or 800-780-2787 SEP 19-21 SAFFORD Gila Valley Cowboy Poetry & Musical Round-Up Music & poetry, attractions incl storytellers & western vendors. $8/adv, door: $10/adults, $3/students; Fr eve/Sa daytime $2. 888-837-1841

SEP 20-21 PHOENIX Antique Market & Free Wine Tasting Phoenix Fairgrounds, 19th Ave. & McDowell - $3/Gen., $2/Sen., under 14 free. 602-717-7337 SEP 20-21 FLAGSTAFF Annual Flagstaff Open Studios 80 artists open their workspaces & homes, view original art & talk with artists, see demos, free, self-guided tour, 10a-5p. www.flagstaffopenstudios.com, 800-842-7293 SEP 20-21 SCOTTSDALE - FLAGSTAFF Northland Hospice Historic Vintage Car Rally Pre-1975 Vintage car enthusiasts meet in Scottsdale and travel north to Flagstaff, car display, competitions, participants in period costumes. 928-779-1227 SEP 20-21 CAMP VERDE 2003 Thunder Valley Rally Poker Run & Bike Show Cliff Castle Casino - A day of fun w/ other motorcycle enthusiasts, a cruise around the scenic Verde Valley and a chance to win some cash. To register: 928-567-7999

SEP 20-21 OVERGAARD Oktoberfest in the Pines Tall Timbers Navajo County Park - Live music, arts, crafts, food, Sat 10a-4p, Sun 10a-3p, $3/parking. 928535-5777 SEP 20-21 FLAGSTAFF Festival of Pai Arts Museum of Northern AZ - Handcrafted artwork incl basketry, pottery & beadwork, demos, traditional dances of the Pai people, 9a-5p. $5 adults; $4 snrs; $3 students; $2 kids 7-17. 928-774-5213

SEP 27 CAMP VERDE Yavapai-Apache Indian Day Call for details: 928-567-1006

SEP 27-28 KINGMAN Annual Andy Devine Days PRCA Rodeo and Parade Celebrating the ranching era of earlier Kingman days. Parade on Sa at 10a, rodeo at 1p at the Mohave County Fairgrounds on Sa & Su. 866-427-RT66

SEP 25-28 SEDONA Sedona Jazz on the Rocks Legendary jazz vocalist Al Jarreau, w/ Dee Dee Bridgewater, Russell Malone, the Brubeck Brothers & other top-name jazz artists. Meet & Greet party & Sunday Jazz Brunch. 928-282-1985

SEP 27-28 PINETOP-LAKESIDE Annual Fall Festival Pancake B’Fast, rummage sale, Fun Run, “Run to the Pines” car show, antique show/sale, Parade, quilt show, Kids Zone, Pops Concert and more! Prices vary per activity. 800-573-4031

SEP 25-28 DOUGLAS Cochise County Fair County Fairgrounds, 3677 Leslie Canyon Rd. Carnival, rides, games, live entertainment, food, college rodeo on Fri & Sat and 4-H livestock. 888-364-5500 or 520-364-3819

SEP 27-28 SEDONA Hopi Artists Gathering Tlaquepaque Arts & Crafts Village - 40+ Hopi artists, pottery, painting, silverwork, kachina carving, weaving, dancers, lectures on Hopi history/traditions, demos, food. 928-204-2658

SEP 25-28 TUCSON Greek Festival St. Demetrious Church - Kid’s games, homemade Greek food, imports, tours, movies, music, prizes. Th 5p-10p, Fr 5p-11p, Sa 4p-11p, Sun 12p-6:30p. 520-888-0505

SEP 27-28 PAYSON State Championship Old Time Fiddlers Contest New Rodeo Grounds - Best fiddling in AZ, contestants aged 6-86, cowboy poets, food, 21 Fiddle Salute, gospel, crafts. $5 adults, $2 6-16, 9a-5p. 928-474-5242 or 928-474-5882

SEP 26 YUMA Hispanic Heritage Celebration Main Street Plaza - Mariachis, Folklorico Dancers, food booths and more, free, 6p-midnight. 928-783-2423 SEP 26 TUCSON Fun with the Sun Kitt Peak National Observatory - All ages program to answer all your questions about our favorite star. Hands-on activities, solar observing, making your own video. $10/adults, $8/seniors & kids. 520-318-8726 SEP 26-27 FORT MOHAVE Kiwanis Cornfest Hwy 95 & Aztec Rd - Community fundraiser, 2 stages of entertainment. Taste & learn about the many types of corn. Vendors, petting zoo, beer garden. Fr 3p-11p, Sa 10a-10p, free. 928-704-2676

SEP 26-28 PHOENIX Fall Beautiful Home & Landscape Show State Fairgrounds - Interior design, landscaping, auction, seminars, product trends & ideas. $5/adult, $2/ages 3- 12. Fr & Sa 10a-8p, Su 10a-6p. 800-995-1295

SEP 20-21 PINETOP Hon-Dah’s Rodeo in the Pines Hon-Dah Outdoor Event Arena, 3 miles south of Pinetop - For more information: www.hon-dah.com, 602-757-3520

SEP 27 MARANA MS 100 Corona de Marana Bike Tour 100K bike tours around city, family ride bicycling event for cyclists of all ages/abilities, benefits MS. Call for registration details: 800-FIGHT-MS

SEP 21 PRESCOTT Antiques on the Square Prescott Courthouse Plaza - Appox. 85 dealers, 9a-5p. 928-776-1728

SEP 19-21 SIERRA VISTA Fun Festival Veteran’s Memorial Park - Large carnival, food, games, live music, trail and lead-around rides, craft vendors, mutt march, open to the public. For more info call: 520533-2404

SEP 20 TUCSON Hispanic Heritage Month Family Program Arizona State Museum - Kids of all ages will enjoy making & decorating ceramic tiles in the style of Mexican ceramics, 1p-4p. 520-626-8381

SEP 27 COTTONWOOD Verde River Days Dead Horse Ranch State Park - 40+ nature-based exhibits, live animals, canoe rides, entertainment, Car Show, sand castle building, geology tours, food. Free, 9a-4p. 928-634-7593

SEP 27 COTTONWOOD 5th Annual Fall Art Gallery & Boutique Clemenceau Heritage Museum - Fine arts & crafts juried show and sale of Verde Valley area artists, handson art activities for children, 9a-4p, free. 928-649-0482

SEP 26-27 ELGIN Annual Harvesting of the Vine Festival Village of Elgin Winery - Wine tasting $13, Annual Crowning of the King & Queen of Grape Stomping, live music, a blessing of the vintage, vendors. 520-4559309

SEP 20 PRESCOTT Prescott Book Festival Sharlot Hall Musuem - New, rare & used books, entertainment, popular author book signing, sandwiches, coffees, teas. Donation. 928-445-3122

SEP 26-OCT 5 FLAGSTAFF Festival of Science Promotes science awareness & enthusiasm thru field trips, hands-on exhibits, open houses, lectures, scientific displays, tours, free. 800-842-7293

SEP 21 TUCSON Annual El Tour 10K & 5K run/walk. Benefits “Tu Nidito” family services. Finishers medallions, age category awards, fruit/water aid stations. 5:30a late regis. Starts Tucson Mtn Reserve. Fees. 520-745-2033

SEP 19-21 PEARCE/SUNSITES Cochise Days Parade, arts & crafts, steak cookout, fundraising auction, live entertainment throughout the day. Noon on Fr through Su at 3p. 520-826-1421

SEP 19-21 WILLIAMS Williams Railroad Days Celebrate our railroad history with Williams, AZ & the Grand Canyon Railway. Western & railroad oriented events & crafts, vendors, food. Free. 800-863-0546

SEP 26-OCT 5 PRESCOTT Arizona Shakespeare Festival Granite Creek Park - “MacBeth” and “The Merry Wives of Windsor” by AZ Classical Theatre, Sep 26-28 and Oct 3-5. $12/gen, $10/students & snrs, under 12 free. 928-443-1868

SEP 26-28 PINETOP/LAKESIDE Run to the Pines Car Show Pinetop Lakes Golf & Country Club - SW’s largest free to public open class pre-1973 car show, 550 vehicles, poker run, Fri Parade from Show Low to Hon-Dah Casino, 8a-5p. 928-368-5325

SEP 27-OCT 5 TUCSON Architecture Week 2003 “Design Matters” Activities incl. walking tours, interactive building activities for kids, workshops, exhibits & lecture series. Architecture Tour on Sun Oct. 5th. 520-323-2191 SEP 28 FLAGSTAFF Mars Observing Fest Lowell Observatory - Viewing through Lowell’s original Clark telescope will concentrate on the planet Mars. Many portable telescopes will also be on site. Doors open 7:30 pm. 928-774-3358

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33rd Annual

Arizona State Championship Old Time Fiddlers’ Contest September 27-28, 2003 in Beautiful Payson, Az (75 miles north of Phoenix)

FREE RV DRY CAMPING Contest Fiddling, Jamming, Food Booths, Arts & Crafts ENTERTAINMENT BY THE AMAZING MCNASTY BROTHERS (Sat. Only) $5/day General Admission, $2/day ages 6-16. Gates open at 9am Sponsored by the Town of Payson Parks and Recreation. For information call: 928-474-5242 or

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Destination OCT 1-4 PARKER Annual National Indian Days Celebration 1st-3rd: 42nd Annual Colorado River Indian Tribal Pageant; 3rd-4th: National All Indian Pow Wow; 4th there will be a parade, free adm. 928-669-2174 OCT 2-5 WILLCOX Rex Allen Days Celebration of Rex Allen Sr, hometown hero, “Last of the Silver Screen Cowboys.” Golf tournament, parade, country fair, rodeo, Int’l Turtle Race, country music concert, more. 520-384-2272 OCT 2-31 QUEEN CREEK Pumpkin & Chili Party Schnepf Farms - Pumpkin patch, hayrides, corn maze, miniature golf, roller coaster & more. 10a-9p Thu, 10a10p Fri/Sat, 10a-8p/Sun, $9, discount tickets at Safeway. 480-987-3100 OCT 3-4 GOLDEN VALLEY Golden Valley Days Veterans Park - Fr 4-10p, pageant/crowning of Miss Golden Valley, dinner, dance. Sa, 7a-10p, pancake b’fast, parade, booths, music, street dances, food, kids games, free. 928-565-3311 OCT 3-4 WINSLOW 5th “Standin’ on a Corner Park” Anniversary The famous “Eagles” corner - Music Fri from 5p; Sat from 9a music, food, arts & crafts and more, featuring “Hotel California, A Salute to the Eagles” at 7p. Free. 928-289-2434 OCT 3-4 KEARNY Oktoberfest and Car Show Street Fair Car show, softball tournament, arts & crafts, food, DJ with 50s theme, train ride. Free, 8a-3p. 520-363-7607 OCT 3-5 TEMPE 31st Annual Way Out West Oktoberfest Tempe Town Lake - Non-stop entertainment on 3 stages. Kid’s area, beer, bratwurst, strudel. Int’l student/teacher exchange program fundraiser, free. 480-491-FEST OCT 3-NOV 11 PHOENIX Native American Recognition Days Music/arts/film festival, parade, Miss Arizona pageant & more throughout the celebration. Full schedule available. 602-495-0901 or www.aznard.com OCT 4 TUCSON Traditional Native American Indian Feast & Fundraiser San Xavier Mission - Reception, silent auction, dinner feast and entertainment. Prices vary, adv. purchase sug. 520-295-1350/520-622-4900 OCT 4 TUCSON 25th Annual Harambee Festival Mansfield Park/NW Center, 2160 N. 6th Ave - Join in this celebration of African culture featuring a drum ceremony, dancing, kids fun, food/drink vendors. Free, 6-10p. 520791-3248 OCT 4 FLAGSTAFF Fall Open House The Arboretum at Flagstaff - Fall color tours, family activities, scavanger hunt, in conjunction with the Festival of Science, free, 9a-5p. 928-774-1442 OCT 4 TUCSON 24rd Annual Casa Car Show Kino Sports Complex - 800+ car displays, Int’l Food Festival, live entertainment, kid’s fun & Casa Car Raffle. $1 min. adult donation, free under 16. 520-624-5600 OCT 4-5 SIERRA VISTA Annual Art in the Park Veterans Memorial Park - 220 art & craft vendors in this high quality juried outdoor show. 20 food booths operated by local non-profit groups. Sa, 9a-6p; Su, 9a-4p. Free. 520-378-1763 OCT 4-5 PRESCOTT 25th Annual Folk Music Festival Sharlot Hall Museum - A mix of performances, workshops & opportunities to participate in music making. 10a-5p. Festival Dance Sa night at Prescott Activity Cnt, 8p. 928-445-3122

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October Events OCT 4-5 KINGMAN Kingman Air & Auto Show Military A-10 demonstration team, heritage flight, aerobatic helicopter act, comedy airplane act, sky divers, wing walking, warbirds, drag racing, entertainment, classic cars & more. 9a-4p, $8 adults, 12 & under free. 928-692-9599 OCT 4-5 GLOBE Gila County Fall Festival Gila County Fairgrounds - Antiques, collectibles, fine art, crafts, farm products, antique tractors, tractor pull. Sa 105, Su 10-4, free adm. 3 mi east of Globe on US 70. 800804-5623 OCT 9-11 PHOENIX Annual All Indian Rodeo AZ State Fairgrounds - Contestants from each of Arizona’s 16 indigenous Native American tribes, adm free with Fair cost; $9/general, $4 snrs/kids. 602-268-FAIR OCT 9-12 SAFFORD Graham County Fair Horseshoe tournament, climbing greased pole, 3-legged races, carnival, food, exhibits, entertainment, $3, free/12 & under, 10a-midnight. 928-428-6240 OCT 9-12 MARICOPA Copperstate Regional EAA Fly-In Phoenix Regional Airport - Airshow, educational forum, workshops. Sunday is Family Day w/ kids activities. 8a5p, $10/gen, free under 12. www.copperstate.org; 520400-8887 OCT 10 MESA Tour de Culture Downtown - Free evening to enjoy, experience & explore the city of Mesa’s cultural treasures in the newly designated Downtown Arts & Entertainment District, 6p-9p. 480-644-5285 OCT 10-11 BENSON Butterfield Overland Stage Days Pony Express from Benson to Dragoon, Benson Blues Festival in conjunction with the Tucson Blues Society, arts & crafts, food vendors, beer garden & more. Free. 520-586-2842 OCT 10-11 PHOENIX Bucking Thunder Rawhide - Three performances of bone-crushing competition. In each performance (12) different athletes will compete in rodeo’s most exciting events! 480-502-5600 OCT 10-12 CAMP VERDE Fort Verde Days Downtown Camp Verde - Adopt a burro/horse, 1880 baseball game, antique show, carnival, games, dances, parade, reenactments, vendors & more. 928-567-0535 OCT 10-12 TUCSON Tucson Meet Yourself - 30th Anniversary El Presidio Park - Explore cultures of Southern Arizona. 30+ food vendors, music, dance & folk art demos, free. www.tucsonfestival.org or 520-806-9004 OCT 10-12 PHOENIX Native American Recognition Days at the Garden Desert Botanical Gdn - Native American yoga ceremony 7p-8:30p on 10th. 11th-12th, 10-4p, Salt River Native Dancers, art sale, Agave pit bake, food, basket weaving. $4-$7.50. 480-941-1225 OCT 10-12 SIERRA VISTA A Rock Rustler’s Dream Cochise College - Gems, rocks, minerals, slabs, specimens, lapidary equipment, materials, books, tools, demonstrations, field trips, hourly prizes, free parking. 520-378-9618 OCT 10-12 WILLIAMS Fall Festival - The End of the Era Commemorating Williams, the last Rt 66 town by-passed by the Interstate. Reenactments, golf tournament, Cruise the Loop, sidewalk sales, art fair, chili bake-off, scarecrow stuffing, movies & more! 928-635-1418 OCT 10-12 BISBEE Turquoise Hunt Dump No. 7 in Lavander Pit Mine - Rockhounds can visit this famous Mine. Held in conjunction with the Sierra Vista Mineral Show. Tours twice daily. $15/adults, $10/kids. 520-432-7071 OCT 11 TUCSON Arizona State Museum Open House Tour storage rooms, vaults & labs, experience the past through corn grinding, spear throwing, talks with scholars & hands-on activities, 10a-4p, free. 520-621-6302

OCT 11 CHLORIDE Annual Car Show Some of the nations finest automobiles travel to Chloride, trophies and other prizes are awarded in several classes. Also mock gunfight at high noon. 928-565-2204 OCT 11 SEDONA Oktoberfest Sedona Cultural Park - Dust off your lederhosen, it’s that time again! Fun family celebration w/brats, beer & the band Those Darn Accordians, $. 928-203-4TIX or 800780-ARTS OCT 11 PHOENIX NARD Parade on Central Park Central Mall (starts) - “Reunion of Kinship, Pride & Spirit” theme, traditional Native American dance groups, orgs, school/youth groups, free, 9a. 602-254-3247 OCT 11-12 PINE Rim Country Antique & Crafts Festival Pine Elementary School Gym - In conjunction with the Apple Festival, incl’s Appraisal Clinic, FREE admission. Sat 9-5, Sun 10-4. 602-717-7337 OCT 11-12 PATAGONIA 15th Annual Patagonia Fall Festival: A Celebration of Music & Art Town Park - Book sale, raffle, music, entertainment, food, 140+ vendors, Art auction, Kid’s Zone, 9a-5p, free adm. 888-794-0060 OCT 11-12 PRESCOTT Fall Fest in the Park Courthouse Plaza - Art & craft show featuring 80 artisans. 10a-5p Sat, 10a-3p Sun, free. 928-445-2000 OCT 11-12 SEDONA Sedona Arts & Crafts Show Bell Rock Plaza - New art from about 40 artists and craftsmen, paintings, photography, jewelry, pottery and more. 10a-5p, free. 928-284-9627 OCT 11-12 SEDONA Annual Sedona Arts Festival Sedona Red Rock H.S. - 100+ artists, juried show, work in 12 catagories i.e. glass, jewelry, & painting. $7/both days, under 12 free. 928-204-9456, www.sedonaartsfestival.org. OCT 11-12 SCOTTSDALE Railfair McCormick Stillman Railroad Park - Model trains, exhibits & more, $1/train & carousel rides, children under 3 free w/ paying adult. 10a-5p, free. 480-312-2312 OCT 12-27 SUPERIOR Annual Fall Plant Sale Boyce Thompson Arboretum - 1000’s of drought-tolerant plants for sale 8a-5p, see mature species throughout grounds, horticulturists on hand weekends. 520-689-2811 OCT 16-18 SCOTTSDALE 14th Annual Western ArtWalk Weekend Main Street & surrounding areas - Artist demos, Gallery show openings, live cowboy music & poetry, prize drawing & more! Th 6p-9p, Sa 12p-5p, free. 480-990-3939 OCT 16-19 TUBA CITY Annual Western Navajo Nation Fair Contest Pow Wow, arts/crafts/food vendors, rodeo & more. $5/adults, $3/children & snrs, extra $3 rodeo, 8amidnight. 928-283-3285 OCT 17 TEMPE Reel Indians: A Native Film Screening ASU Neeb Hall, Main Campus - 6:30p-10p, free adm. 602-277-3711 OCT 17-18 COOLIDGE Calvin Coolidge Days San Carlos Park - Live entertainment, volleyball, horseshoes, food, games, parade on Sat. & a whole lot of fun. After 5p Fr, 8a-8p Sa and 8a-6p Su, free. 520-723-4551 OCT 17-19 TOMBSTONE Helldorado Days Tombstone’s oldest tradition! Reenactments, parade, fashion show, carnival, live music, street entertainment, food to suit every taste & Tombstone Vigilettes’ Variety Night. 520-457-3197 OCT 17-19 BULLHEAD CITY Hardyville Days Community Park - Arts & crafts fair, 100+ vendors, live entertainment on two stages, gunfights, pony rides, contests, games, sports and more. 928-763-0158

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OCT 11 PRESCOTT “Plein Air” Painting Event & Auction Phippen Museum -”Plein air” artists, winetasting, music, auction. $10 adv/$15 door. 928-778-1385

OCT 17-19 AVONDALE Billy Moore Days Coldwater Park - Founder’s day celebration, parade at 10a on Sa-bands, marching units, floats & equestrians. Carnival, burro races & more. 623-932-2260

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OCT 11 GLENDALE Annual Front Porch Festival Historic Catlin Court Shopping District - Crafters on the lawns of storefronts. Craft demonstrations and vendors, Classic Car Show, adm and parking are free. 623-4356813

OCT 17-19 SCOTTSDALE ArtFest of Fifth Avenue Arts District, Downtown - A bi-annual festival, combines over 100 fine artists, unique shops, great restaurants and live music. Free. 480-968-5353, 1-888-ARTFEST

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October 4 & 5, 2003 Saturday, 9am-6pm Sunday, 9am-4pm 220 Artist Vendor Booths Separate Food Booth Area

OCT 11 SIERRA VISTA 16th Annual Cars in the Park Veterans Memorial Park - 300 cars, Classics, street rods, low-riders, antiques, judging, awards, vendors, prizes, DJ. 8a-3p, free. 520-378-3096

OCT 17-19 YUMA Ocean to Ocean Festival of the Arts Historic Downtown - Sale of artwork directly from the artists, live entertainment, Meet & Greet Cocktail Party on Fr and Black Tie Dinner/Silent Auction ($50). Fundraiser for Hospice of Yuma. 928-343-2222

OCT 11 FLAGSTAFF Art on the Square Heritage Square - Juried art show featuring Coconino County fine artists, authors & performers, Kid’s Art Start Gallery & Kid Create workshops. Free, 10a-7p. 928-779-7690

OCT 18 GLOBE Apache “Jii” (Day) Celebration Downtown Globe - Celebrate with aNative American food, crafts, paintings, baskets, quilts, dolls & clothing, entertainment by various tribes. 9a-5p, free. 800-804-5623

OCT 11 PINE Apple Festival Pine Community Center - Apple pie baking contest, produce, desserts for sale, 10a-4p. 800-672-9766

OCT 18 SNOWFLAKE Annual Snowflake Harvest Festival Heritage Park - Arts and crafts, food, entertainment, contests, activities for kids. 928-536-4331

AUGUST 2003 OCT 18 PARKER Parker Rodeo and Parade Western Park on Riverside - Two shows 1p and 7p. Barbecue at 5p. 928-669-2174 OCT 18 BISBEE The Great Bisbee Stairclimb Part of a 5K run through Bisbee, run, walk & climb up the 1,034 stairs found throughout the city, also the Barco Ice Man competition. 520-432-5421 www.bisbeenet.com/stairclimb OCT 18 PAGE Annual John Wesley Powell Memorial Auction Gunsmoke Saloon - Fund-raiser with items such as a 5day trip on the Colorado River, and from boats to rugs & historical items, 6p. 928-645-9496 OCT 18 SEDONA Special Rock Sale Posse Grounds Park, Lion Ramadas - Minerals, gems, fossils, beads, jewelry, lapidary equipment and more for sale, 9a-4p, free adm/parking. 928-300-8333 OCT 18-19 TUBAC Anza Days Tubac Presidio State Historic Park - Re-enactments, crafts/food & fun honoring the trek by De Anza II to settle San Francisco. 10a-4p, $3/adult, $1/ages 7-13, under free. 520-398-2252 OCT 18-19 TOMBSTONE Antique Engine Show Tombstone Courthouse State Historic Park - Exhibitors from US. From models to working tractors. Held in conjunction w/Helldorado Days, free. 8a-5p. 520-457-3311 OCT 18-19 SUN CITY WEST Annual Better Living Expo & Taste of the Valley Cooking School Surprise Stadium - Better living, home, garden & cooking school exhibits, displays/products. $3/adm, call for adm to cooking school. 623-583-0692 OCT 19 TUCSON Fall Country Fair Lew Sorenson Community Center - Arts/crafts, flea market, plants, food, “fancy poultry show,” horticultural societies on site, live bluegrass music, 10a-4p, free. 520-2321201 OCT 19 TUMACACORI Historical Reenactment - High Mass Tumacacori Mission Church - A reenactment ride to Tubac of Spanish-attired soliders leaves immediately following the High Mass reenactment, all participants req’d to wear Spanish-style clothing of the time, reserv. re’q. 520-398-2341 OCT 23-26 WINSLOW Winslow Film Festival Winslow Theatre - Approx 26 independent films in all genres incl. narrative & documentary, visual effects pannel discussion w/ Visual Effects Supervisor of Matrix Reloaded on 25th at 7:30, $. 818-219-9339 OCT 24-25 DUNCAN Greenlee County Fall Festival 1258 Fairgrounds Rd - Haunted house, arts/crafts, pumpkin carving, sales & petting zoo. 12p-10p, free/festival, $2/Haunted house-free under 10. 928-359-2032 OCT 24-26 SIERRA VISTA Festival of Color & Hot Air Balloon Rally Veterans Memorial Park - Balloons lasso targets. Sunset glow, mass ascension and dawn patrol, free. Weather permitting. 800-288-3861 OCT 24-26 PARKER Bikerfest III Motorcycle rally, 24th: downtown bike show and street party, 25th: pancake b’fast, poker run, bike rodeo & BBQ, 26th: Rolling Thunder. Fundraiser for Player’s 9th St. Youth Cnt. 928-669-2174 OCT 25 WICKENBURG 9th Annual Fly-in Municipal Airport - Planes displayed, static air show, aerobatic & model airplane exhibit, scenic airflights, pancake breakfast, 7:30a-1:30p, free adm. 928-684-5479 OCT 25 LAKE HAVASU CITY Fall Fun Fair Rotary Park - Family night out at the Fall Fun Fair Carnival, games, entertainment, costume contest, petting zoo, train rides and food, 4-8p, tickets 25 cents/per activity. 928-453-8686 OCT 25 YUMA Annual Vintage Cruisers of Yuma Joe Henry Park - Street rods, original vehicles & trucks, pre-1970’s era; proceeds for charity. 9a-3p, free/spectators. 928-785-9727 OCT 25 CHLORIDE Arts & Crafts Fair Variety of artists, some famous, others not so famous, selling their works along the streets. Tremendous bargains for fine art, jewelry and crafts. 928-565-2204 OCT 25-26 MESA Native American Pow Wow Pioneer Park - Dance competition, arts & food vendors, children’s activities. Sa 11a-10p, Su 11a-dusk, free. 480-644-3836 OCT 25-26 TUCSON La Fiesta de los Chiles Tucson Botanical Gdns - craft/food vendors; Salsa, Cajun, Tex-Mex, Mariachi & S. American music; children’s activities, 10a-5p. $5 adv, $7 gate, $2.50 ages 5-12. Free shuttle. 520-326-9686 OCT 25-26 TUCSON Annual Tucson Bluegrass Music Festival Pima County Fairgrounds - National bands, jam sessions, workshops, food and crafts, camping avail., 9a-6p. Call for adm & camping info. 520-760-0745 OCT 25-26 SALOME T Bar B Feed Rodeo 1/4 mile east of Salome on Hwy 60 - 2 separate rodeos, GCPRA approved, produced by W/A Rodeos, 2p, $. 928859-3335

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AUG 1-3 FLAGSTAFF Festival In The Pines Coconino Fairgrounds - 150 country-wide juried artisans, 2 stages of entertainment, interactive kid’s area, food, $7, under 12 free, Fr 11a-6p, Sa-Su 9a-6p. 888278-3378

OCT 2-5 WILLCOX Rex Allen Days Celebration of Rex Allen Sr, hometown hero, “Last of the Silver Screen Cowboys.” Golf tournament, parade, country fair, rodeo, Int’l Turtle Race, country music concert, more. 520-384-2272

DEC 6-7 TUMACACORI La Fiesta de Tumacacori Tumacacori Nat’l Historical Park - Celebrate Santa Cruz Valley history/culture. 50 food, crafts & info booths, stage entertainment, kids activities, 10a-5p, free, Sunday Mass 10a. 520-398-2341

OCT 11-12 SCOTTSDALE Railfair McCormick Stillman Railroad Park - Model trains, exhibits & more, $1/train & carousel rides, children under 3 free w/paying adult. 10a-5p, free. 480-312-2312

DEC 12-14 CHANDLER Christmas Holiday Wine & Gifts Kokopelli Winery - presentation of 1999 & 2000 wines, gifts for holidays, live music, art, food & wine tasting, free adm, $7 souvenir wine glass, 10a-6p. 480-792-6927

OCT 17-19 AVONDALE Billy Moore Days Coldwater Park - Founder’s day celebration, parade at 10a on Sa-bands, marching units, floats & equestrians. Carnival, burro races & more. 623-932-2260

DEC 21 GLOBE Festival of Lights Besh-Ba-Gowah Archaeological Park - Celebrate the holidays with hundreds of glowing luminarias along walls/walkways, holiday music, free drinks and adm., 5:30-8:30p. 928-425-0320

AUG 15-17 PAYSON 119th Annual World’s Oldest Continuous Rodeo Multi-Event Center - Bull riding, calf roping, barrel racing & more, PRCA sanctioned. Adults $14, childen $7. Call re family performance. 928-474-4515, 800-6729766 AUG 23-24 PHOENIX Family Cornfest, Arts & Crafts Fair El Zaribah Shrine Auditorium - 60+ arts and crafts exhibitors, fresh sweet corn, baked goods, free adm & parking, $5 for lunch. 10a-5p. 602-231-0300 AUG 30-31 FLAGSTAFF Zuni Marketplace Museum of Northern Arizona - Native American artists sell & demonstrate arts & crafts, tribal dances, kids activities. $5 adults; $4 snrs; $3 students; $2 kids 7-17. 9a-5p. 928-774-5213

OCT 19-26 LAKE HAVASU CITY 32nd Annual London Bridge Days Free concerts, a variety of entertainment & contests, parade, garden tea. 800-242-8278/928-453-3444 NOV 2 PHOENIX 15th Annual Sunday at Shemer Shemer Art Center & Museum - art festival, demos, hands-on activities, musical entertainment & auctions, $3, under 12 free, 10a-5p. 602-262-4727 NOV 7-9 YUMA Quilt & Antique Faire on Main Street Vendors, 9a-4p. 928-783-0071 or 928-782-5712

SEP 5-7 SIERRA VISTA Oktoberfest Veterans Memorial Park - Live entertainment, food, beer tent, music, carnival, free adm. 520-417-6980cancelled

NOV 14-16 WICKENBURG Bluegrass Festival & Fiddle Championship Everett Bowman Rodeo Grounds - Three host bands on stage twice a day, 13 events, food, arts & crafts. Suggest bring own chair. Call for hours/prices. 800-942-5242

SEP 11-14 SONOITA Santa Cruz County Fair County Fairgrounds - Fair, carnival, exhibits, games, 4H livestock, live music; rodeo, trick & team roping, BLM Wild Horse & Burro Adoption, vendors, food. 9a, $3. 520-455-5553

NOV 21-23 TUCSON Holiday Craft Market Tucson Museum of Art - Over 130 of the finest SW artisans offer photography, jewelry, clothing, garden art, sculpture and lots more. 10a-5p, free adm to market, museum. 520-624-2333

SEP 18-21 PRESCOTT VALLEY Yavapai County Fair Yavapai County Fairgrounds - Exhibits, livestock, staged entertainment, carnival rides, Demolition Derby, commercial vendors, food. 928-775-8000

NOV 29-30 BISBEE Historic Home Tour Unique architectural selections, walk or take a trolley. Sat 10a-4p; Sun 12-4 p, $10. Also the Christmas House Art Fair (Fri-Sun). 520-432-5421

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JAN 2-4 MESA Flagg Gem & Mineral Show Mesa Community College, Dobson & Southern - 100 dealers with exhibits of minerals, fossils, & gems; free mineral samples for children & teachers, free adm & parking. 480-575-5214 JAN 9-11 CASA GRANDE Old-Time Fiddlers Bluegrass Jamboree, Country Store Bazaar & Car Show Pinal County Fairgrounds - Music, arts & crafts, car show, food vendors, Budweiser Clydesdales scheduled, 9a-5p, $3, under 12 free. 520-723-5242 JAN 16-18 WILLCOX Wings Over Willcox Birding Festival - Sandhill cranes, longspurs, hawks, sparrows, wetlands and woodlands, Ft. Bowie history, Playa geology, tours, banquet & silent auction. Reserve early! 800-200-2272

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JAN 23-25 YUMA 6th Annual Lettuce Days Old Main St - Arts & crafts, food, entertainment, farm equip and agricultural displays, cabbage bowling and more. Fri & Sat 10-5, Sun 10-3, free. 928-782-5712 FEB 6-8 SIERRA VISTA Cochise Cowboy Poetry & Music Gathering Buena Performing Arts Cnt - 60+ storytellers, poets, singers/musicians, concerts, jam sessions. Fr 7:30p, Sa all day, Su 2p. For prices: 520-458-5647, 800-288-3861 FEB 13-22 SCOTTSDALE Scottsdale Arabian Horse Show Westworld - Most pretigious N. American Arabian horse show. 2000 horses, 300+ vendors, 25 eateries. 8a5p daily plus 6-9p Fr-Sa, $10 gen, $7 Srs, under 12 free. 480-515-1500 FEB 14-15 GLOBE/MIAMI Historic Home Tour, Antique & Quilt Show Historic homes, buildings & shops incl’d in the tour. From 9a, last tour 3p. $7 adults, $4 children, Sr. citizens $5. 800-804-5623 FEB 27-29 FOUNTAIN HILLS Fountain Hills Great Fair Ave. of the Fountains - 515 artists/crafts people, juried show. 10a-5p Fr-Sa, 8a-5p Su. Entertainment on 2 ministages, food booths & carnival. Hot air balloons on Su. 480-837-1654

Did you ever hear that saying “Not in a month of Sundays?” Well, a month of Sundays may be literally impossible, but not in our new feature. On these pages “A Month of Sundays” brings you 30 weeks of Sunday events... you’ll never run out of great things to do in Az Tourist News!

JAN 1-DEC 31 SCOTTSDALE Scottsdale ArtWalk Downtown - Perfect for an evening out or for those searching for that special piece of art. Demos, entertainment & exhibitions Th nights, free, 7-9p. www.scottsdalegalleries.com, 480-990-3939

MAY 25-SEP 14 FLAGSTAFF Historic Walking Tour Visitors Cnt/Amtrak - Walking tours every other Sun 10a, except for July 4 at 8a, by historians Richard & Sherry Mangum dressed in period costume, donations. Reserv: 928-774-8800

JAN 1-DEC 31 HEREFORD Arizona Folklore Preserve Performances Saturdays and Sundays at 2p by Dolan Ellis, Arizona’s Official State Balladeer, also guest artists. www.arizonafolklore.com, 520-378-6165

MAY 1-OCT 31 SNOWFLAKE Snowflake Historic Home Tours Spinson Pioneer Museum - 11a & 2p, Tues- Sat. Covers 2 3 houses/museum dependent upon which the tourists want to see, $1/per person per location, under 6 free. 928-5364881

JAN 1-DEC 31 SIERRA VISTA Friends of the San Pedro River Hikes Hike along the San Pedro Trail to various sites of interest i.e. the Boston Mill, the Presidio & Boquillas Ranch. One hike per month, $5/hiker. 520-459-2555

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JAN 1-DEC 31 TUCSON Indoor/Outdoor Antique Fair Lew Sorensen Community Cnt - Country furniture, pottery, china, farm implements, Oriental rugs, jewelry, native artifacts. 1st Su each month. Free, 10a- 4p. 520-740-5845 JAN 1-DEC 31 PINE Old Timers Fiddlers Jam Session Pine Community Center - Cultural Hall. Spectators welcome. Bring instrument and join in the Jam. 3rd Wednesday of every month at 1p. Free. 928-476-3547 or 928-476-4791 JAN 1-DEC 31 VAIL Sundays in the Park Colossal Cave Mountain Park - 1st Sunday of each month, family-oriented array of events and activities ranging from birds of prey to Native American games to Ranch Heritage Day. 520-647-7121 JAN 1-DEC 31 AMADO Farmer’s Market & Arts & Crafts Amado Territory Ranch - Fresh produce, salsa, plants, local honey, jams, fresh baked goods, unique gifts, hand made jewelry, crafts & wine. 2nd & 4th Sat every month, 8a-12p. 520-398-8684 MAY 1-OCT 15 LAKE POWELL Star Safari Lake Powell Resort & Marina Waheap - Every night, times dependent upon time of sunset, $28/adults, $21/children 12 & under. Seating limited, recommended you call for reservations: 800-528-6154

MAY 31-AUG 15 PHOENIX Climbing Wall Phoenix Spectrum Mall - Ongoing through the summer months. 24’ high climbing wall. Great for kids & adults. $5 for 5 minutes. Located on Bethany Home Rd. between 15th & 19th Ave. 602-249-0670 JUN 1-AUG 10 WILLIAMS Summer Series Rodeo Rodeo Grounds - Six 2-day weekends featuring bareback, team roping, saddle bronc, calf roping, barrel racing, bull riding. 928-635-1418, www.williamschamber.com JUN 7-AUG 9 SHOW LOW Concert in the Park Series City Park - June, 7th, 21st, 28th; July 5th & 19th; August 9th. 7p-9p, free concerts, variety of music genres & family entertainment. www.ci.show-low.az.us, 928-532-4140 JUN 7-OCT 4 SNOWFLAKE The Heritage Marketplace Heritage Park, Main St - Farmers, artists and craftsmen offer goods in open-air market. Music, kiddie train, and horse-drawn wagon rides. 1st Sat. of every month, 9a-4p. 928-536-4331 JUN 26-SEP 25 SURPRISE Surprise Serenades West Valley Arts Museum - Various dates, concerts incl Latin-American Folklore music, great oldies, an American String Quartet and a Bluegrass & Country Band. 7p, $5 at the door. 623-972-0635 ext 26 JUN 28-AUG 31 PRESCOTT Square Dance on the Plaza Courthouse Plaza, Prescott - Every Saturday, 7p-9:30p. 928771-9653

CONGRATULATIONS TO LAST MONTH’S WINNER: DOUGLAS E. MADDEN OF WEATHERFORD, OK!

MAY 1-OCT 31 BISBEE Farmer’s Markets Next to Warren Ballpark - Every Sat. morning Bisbee-area growers market a wide variety of locally grown or handmade items for garden use. 8a-12p, free. 520-432-5421 or 866-2BISBEE

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MAY 1-OCT 31 MAYER Colly Soleri Music Center Series Arcosanti - Dinner & concerts - selected shows followed by Picto-graph light & sound show, incl tour of Arcosanti, $30. 602-254-5309; 928-632-7135; www.arcosanti.org.

JUL 10-AUG 8 SIERRA VISTA Tsumami Nights Sierra Vista Aquatic Center - July 10th, 17th, 24th, 31st and August 8th. Grab your surf & boogie boards & ride the big waves, dance to “Berry Boy”, eat pizza, $8.50/adm. 800288-3861

MAY 23-SEP 20 TUCSON Budweiser Summer Concert Series Old Tucson Studios - Outdoor concerts 6:30p w/doors opening at 5p. Includes Gary Allan; Honky Tonk Tailgate; Lynch Mob, LA Guns, and Yngwie Malstein - more TBA. Prices vary. 520-883-0100

SEP 1-APR 30 TUMACACORI Guevavi & Calabazas Missions Tours The ruins of Los Santos Angeles de Guevavi and San Cayetano de Calabazas, normally closed to the public, can be visited on guided van tours, $17.50/pp, reserv. req. 520398-2341

MAY 24-SEP 27 WINSLOW Summer Nights on the Corner Standin’ on the Corner Park - Beginning May 24 & every Sat. night through Sept, a live band at the park, 7-10p. Blues, jazz, country, rock and more. Clap, dance, make new friends. 928-289-2434

SEP 3-DEC 28 PHOENIX Petroglyph Hikes Pueblo Grande Museum - 3-mile, 3 hour interpretive hikes to various locations incl. South Mountain Park & Superstition Mountains, various dates, levels of difficulty. $5/person. 602-495-0901

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JUL 10-AUG 7 SIERRA VISTA Summer Concerts in the Park Veteran’s Memorial Park - “Summertime, and the livin’ is easy” - Relax on the lawn and listen to great music, July 10th, 17th, 24th & 31st & Aug 7th. 800-288-3861

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SEP 27 MARANA MS 100 Corona de Marana Bike Tour 100K bike tours around city, family ride bicycling event for cyclists of all ages/abilities, benefits MS. Call for registration details: 800-FIGHT-MS

SEP 30-NOV 15 SCOTTSDALE The Arizona Fall League Scottsdale Stadium - Future stars in MLB compete, enjoy many special promotions planned for the fans. $5 at the gate, 1:05p and 7:05p times, Monday-Saturday, never on Sunday & Oct 2nd. 480-312-2580, www.scottsdaleAZ.gov/stadium

AUG 16 GLENDALE Junior Golf Championships Glen Lakes Golf Course - Longest running junior golf tournament in Glendale, variety of age divisions, $17, 8a-1p. 623-930-2832 AUG 22-24 EAGAR-SPRINGERVILLE Valle Redondo Fat Tire Fiesta Mountain bike festival, trails of the White Mountains near Greer, Eagar & Springerville, Apache Sitgreaves Nat’l Forest, $30. 928-333-5553 AUG 23 SHOW LOW Annual Tri in the Pines Triathlon Aquatic Center - USA Triathlon sanctioned sprint event, 825-yd swim, 12.3mi bike on city streets, 3.5 mi run, $50-80, 7a. 928-532-4140 AUG 23 SIERRA VISTA Hummingbird Triathlon Aquatic Center - Starts with 800-meter swin, then 13mile bike race, ending with 5-kilometer run. Team & individual entries, various age groups, $30/single, $60/team. 800-288-3861 AUG 29-30 SPRINGERVILLE Cowboy Cow Pasture Golf Tournament Bar Flying V Ranch - Golf on the open range, poets, storytellers, music, cowboy demos, BBQ ($), Western art show, crafts. 928-333-2123 AUG 29-31 TUCSON Desert Bracket Classic Southwestern International Raceway - Big Bucks Race, gates open at 9a. 3 day pass/$30, children/$15. 520762-9700 AUG 30-SEP 1 ST. JOHNS St. Johns Great American Race St. Johns Airpark - Over 200 cars race the runways. Formula cars, vintage cars, Indy cars and NASA. $2, under 16 free! 928-337-2000 SEP 6 TUCSON Race for Cure Southwestern Int’l Raceway - Fund “racer” for cancer research. Features Brackets, Jr. Dragsters & Super Categories, gates open at 3p. Adult $10, Snr/Mil. $5, kids 10 & under free. 520-762-9700 SEP 19-20 PARKER The Main Street Golf Tournament: Golf-Fun-Frolic Emerald Canyon Golf Course - Approx 25 teams compete in this fundraiser, 7a. Calcutta Friday night at Patty Clearmen’s Steak House, entry $60. 928-669-6333

OCT 4 DOUGLAS Cochise County Cycling Classic 252, 157 , 92 & 45 mi bicycle tours of Cochise County’s perimeter. Courses for all skill levels. Times/fees vary. Dinner held the 3rd for cyclers at Gadsden Hotel. 520-745-2033 OCT 4 LITCHFIELD PARK AzPC of AISES Scholarship & Leadership Golf Tournament Wigwam Resort - Fundraising event for programs to increase the number of American Indians & Alaskan Natives in science, engineering & technology. 602-2502409 OCT 4-5 SCOTTSDALE Scottsdale Fall Classic WestWorld - Hunter jumper show, free adm. 480-3126802 or www.scottsdaleaz.gov/westworld OCT 11-12 PAGE-LAKE POWELL Shriner’s Golf Tournament Fri evening golf tournament at 9 hole golf course followed by dinner and calcutta. Sat golf tournament at Lake Powel Nat’l Golf Course, then million dollar shoot off. 928-608-0374 OCT 16 SCOTTSDALE Cadillac Invitational Golf Tournament Arizona Biltmore Golf Resort - Benefits the Arizona Kidney Foundation, a 19th hole celebration with dinner, live & silent auction & awards, $1200/foursome. 602840-1644 OCT 18 BISBEE The Great Bisbee Stairclimb Part of a 5K run through Bisbee, run, walk & climb up the 1,034 stairs found throughout the city, also the Barco Ice Man competition. 520-432-5421 www.bisbeenet.com/stairclimb OCT 26 TUCSON Cruise 10-miler & 2-mile Fun Run/Walk Sabino High School - Cruise this classic 10 mile road race or 2 mile run/walk - perfect prep for the Dec. Tucson Marathon. Benefits AZ Cancer Center and CASA, pre-register. 520-326-9383 OCT 27-28 SONOITA Grass Ridge Horse Trials Sa- Fairgrounds in Sonoita, dressage & stadium jumping. Su- cross country course at Grass Ridge Farm, Sonoita. Starts 8a both days, free. For info call Marilyn: 520-455-9373

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A Little Bit About Golf Golf, a game of Scottish origin, is one of the most popular recreational and competitive sports in the world. Do you know something of its history? Read on... Roman emperors apparently played a relaxing game called paganica, using a bent stick to drive a soft, feather-stuffed ball. Over the next 5 centuries the game developed on several continents and eventually evolved into the popular Scottish game known as golfe. Various European countries had games resembling paganica - cambuca in England, jeu de mail in France, and in the Netherlands het kolven, which was played in the American colonies as early as 1657. The Scottish game, however, is the direct ancestor of the modern game. The first formal golf club, the Company of Gentlemen Golfers, now the Honourable

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Company of Edinburgh Golfers, was established in Edinburgh in 1744. It codified the first set of rules, which helped eliminate local variations in play. The Royal and Ancient Golf Club, established 10 years later at St. Andrews, Scotland, became the official ruling organization of the sport. Its rules committee, along with the United States Golf Association, still governs the sport. Among the major men’s tournaments are the Masters, the U.S. Open, the British Open, and the PGA. Women golfers have their own tour, sponsored by the Ladies Professional Golf Association (LPGA), the governing body for about 600 women professionals. Their four major tournaments are in the LPGA, the U.S. Women’s Open, the duMaurier Classic in Canada, and the Nabisco Dinah Shore tournament.

The Apache Stronghold Golf School Named one of the top 10 new public courses in the U.S. by Golf Magazine, Apache Stronghold is a par 72 championship course situated on unspoiled highdesert terrain. Golf lessons are available for both beginning and seasoned players. One, two and three day golf schools include: • 6+ hours instruction per day from P.G.A. Professional

• Golf Daily • Video Analysis • Equipment Fitting • Unlimited Range • Instruction Manual • Best Western accommodations • Dinner & Drink p/night stay • Lunch (for 2-3 day schools only) • Souvenir Package • 5:1 student to instructor ratio

For more information call 1-800APACHE 8.

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Arizona Diamondbacks Home Game Schedule Bank One Ballpark, (locals refer to it as BOB), 401 E. Jefferson St, Phoenix, I-10, 7th St. Exit, Ticket Office: 888-777-4664

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Package includes greens fee, cart, sleeve of premium balls, resort room and meal. Apache Stronghold, Golfweek's top-rated public course in Arizona in 2002. Located in San Carlos, five minutes east of Globe on Highway 70. Call 1-800-APACHE 8.

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Rare Treat in Sierra Vista Area

Falling Stars

The hummingbird migration season is underway and you have the opportunity to witness the tiniest of birds being weighed, banded and fed. This rare treat can be observed through October at three locations in the Sierra Vista area - the Nature Conservancy’s Ramsey Canyon Preserve, the San Pedro House at the San Pedro Riparian National Conservation Area and in Miller Canyon. Southeast Arizona is a premier location for sighting hummingbirds, with 17 species recorded. Generally, these tiny flying jewels begin to arrive in mid-March and leave by early October. Peak months for the largest number of hummingbirds and species sighted are May and August. Location is always the key ingredient in attracting wildlife. Southeastern Arizona is unique as habitats and species from the Sierra Madre of Mexico, the

Rocky Mountains and the Sonoran and Chihuahuan deserts can be found. For birding enthusiasts, the bird life is particularly diverse since many species seasonally migrate from their summer homes in the Northwestern climes to their winter destinations of Mexico and Central America. Research into the migratory patterns, breeding habits and other behaviors of these incandescently colorful birds is the driver for the hummingbird banding events. However, the ultimate benefit is yours - watching, photographing, and possibly assisting in the banding process while experiencing the magnificent setting in the forested Ramsey Canyon, the cottonwood-lined San Pedro River or the dramatic Miller Canyon. Dates and times vary among the three locations. Please call the Sierra Vista Convention and Visitors Bureau at 800-288-3861 or 520-417-6960 for directions or additional information or visit our website at www.visitsierravista.com.

Warm & Welcoming Hospitality Casa de San Pedro Bed and Breakfast Inn PR OF ILE

Looking for a cool place to escape? Looking for a relaxing and intimate inn that is close to nature and affords opportunities to birdwatch, hike, or just relax? Casa de San Pedro B&B in SE Arizona is the ideal location. The territorial hacienda has 10 guest rooms with private baths. The included breakfasts are wonderful and hearty. You will enjoy the Mexican furnishings, the flowers, the birds, and most of all the warm and welcoming hospitality at this inn. Located on 10 acres adjacent to the San Pedro Riparian Reserve, you will be able to hike the San Pedro River, tour Bisbee, visit the classic birding canyons of SE Arizona, venture over to

Tombstone or track Coronado’s route at the Coronado National Monument. Kartchner Caverns is also an easy trek. The skies are blue, the weather noticeably cooler than Tucson or Phoenix due to the 4250’ elevation - a perfect getaway from the summer heat, and just 90 miles southeast of Tucson. There is so much to do... don’t forget to just sit in the enclosed courtyard and relax with a cool beverage and enjoy the fountain and flowers and maybe a piece of the Casa’s famous afternoon pies. So if you are looking for a romantic, relaxing commune with nature - this is a “Best Bet.” For more information or to make a reservation, call us at 520-366-1300 or pay us a virtual visit at www.bedandbirds.com. We are located at 8933 S. Yell Lane, Hereford, Arizona, 85615.

Southwest Wings Birding & Nature Festival Madera Canyon, Az Cottages with kitchenettes and beautiful views of Madera Creek Enjoy a relaxing afternoon watching some of the more than 230 species of birds including 12 species of hummingbirds or join one of our canyon birdwalks. 45 minutes south of Tucson Airport

Call 520-625-8746 for reservations and information

www.maderacanyon.net

Bisbee, August 6-10 Exhibits, vendors, presentations & field trips to places like the San Pedro River, Chiricahua Mts & Huachuca Mts. Featured bird is the Black-throated Sparrow. 520-378-0233

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by Deb McQueen

It happens to all of us at one time or another - one quick glance up at the star filled sky, or perhaps caught quickly out of the corner of our eye, the brilliance of a falling star. The expression “falling star” is just a description of what seems to be occurring, but that object slicing through the night sky and quickly disappearing is actually called a meteor. Meteors are completely unrelated to stars. They are tiny bits of space debris so small that thousands would easily fit in the palm of your hand. Yet each one of them causes that brief flash in the night sky, that brilliant flameout as it ends its life in a 40,000 mile per hour plunge into the upper part of the Earth’s atmosphere. It is this process that creates the sudden flash of light. Each day our planet collects about 400 tons of meteoric debris, most of it is microscopic dust that goes completely unnoticed and floats to the ground months later. A very few of the pieces are large enough to flash as visible meteors. On very rare occasions, a chunk large enough to survive the fiery dive hits the ground as a meteorite, such as Meteor Crater near Winslow. On an average night, 3-4 meteors can be seen per hour. However, as our planet makes its journey around the sun, we encounter swarms of meteors at predictable times of year. The result is a meteor shower. The best meteor showers can produce an average of one meteor per minute. On the night of Tuesday August 12 through the morning of Wednesday,

August 13, the Perseid Meteor Shower will peak between 11:00 PM and 1:00 AM. No special equipment or knowledge is needed to fully experience and enjoy the sparkling show that a shower can produce. Find a dark place, and face in the direction of the shower. The Perseids come from the constellation Perseus in the Northeast part of the sky. Taking a lawn chair and adjusting it to a nearly horizontal position, giving you a broad view of the sky, will allow you to see many of the 30-70 meteors per hour that will streak across the sky. So sit back and enjoy one of nature’s most amazing performances on August 12/13. No meteor belonging to a shower has ever been known to reach the Earth’s surface, but they often leave a glowing trail that may last for several seconds, giving us a dazzling light show in the summer sky.

Special Astronomy Events Junk Bond Observatory, Sierra Vista AUG 22 Huachuca Astronomy Club Public Star Party Enjoy an evening with the stars in the sky, not the stars on TV. Telescope viewing, learn about craters, rings & more! Call to confirm: 520-366-5788 Kitt Peak National Observatory, SW of Tucson SEP 20 Getting Started: Astronomy as a Hobby Learn the difference between different types of amateur telescopes, accessories, learn techniques, receive a planisphere & observer’s log book, $20-$25. 520-318-8726 SEP 26 Fun with the Sun All ages program to answer all your questions about our favorite star. Hands-on activities, solar observing, making your own video. $10/adults, $8/seniors & kids. 520-318-8726 Lowell Observatory, Flagstaff SEP 28 Mars Observing Fest Viewing through Lowell’s original Clark telescope will concentrate on the planet Mars. Many portable telescopes will also be on site. Doors open 7:30pm. 928-774-3358 Az Tourist News is distributed statewide at participating JB’s Restaurants.

Observatories and Planetariums Biosphere 2 Center Observatory Oracle, 800-828-2462, www.bio2.edu Lowell Observatory Flagstaff, 928-774-3358, www.lowell.edu Kitt Peak National Observatory Tucson, 520-318-8726, www.noao.edu/kpno/ Fred Lawrence Whipple Observatory Amado 520-670-5707 Mt. Graham International Observatory Gov Aker Observatory/Discovery Park Safford 928-428-6260, www.discoverypark.com Arizona Science Center Phoenix, 602-716-2000, www.azscience.org Flandrau Science Center Tucson, 520-621-7827, www.flandrau.org

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Fleischer Museum

Nature & Ecology

Arboretum at Flagstaff 4001 S. Woody Mt. Rd. 928-774-1442

Grand Canyon Caverns Peach Springs, 928-422-3223

Navajo Nation Zoological & Botanical Park Window Rock, 928-871-6573 Space, Science & Technology

Lowell Observatory 1400 Mars Hill Rd., Flagstaff 928-774-3358

Colorado River Arts & Music P.O. Box 1727, Lake Havasu City, 86405 928-453-9466

Arizona Historical Society Century House Museum 240 Madison Avenue, Yuma 928-782-1841

Hi-Jolly Monument Bus. Rte. 1-10, Quartzsite 928-669-2174

Mohave Museum of History & Arts 400 W. Beale St., Kingman 928-753-3195

Lake Havasu Museum of History 320 London Bridge Rd., Lake Havasu City 928-854-4938

Central Arizona Arts & Music 4600 N.12th Street, Phoenix 602-266-7464

Arizona State University Art Museum Nelson Fine Arts Center, Tempe 480-965-2787

Arizona Theatre Company

Arts & Music

Flagstaff Symphony 113A E. Aspen, Flagstaff 928-774-5107

Phippen Art Museum 4701 Highway 89 North, Prescott 928-778-1385

Prescott Fine Arts Association 208 N.Marina, Prescott 928-445-3286

Sedona Arts Center N.Hwy 89A, Sedona 928-282-3809

Sedona Cultural Park 1725 W. Hwy Sedona, 800-780-2787 History and Heritage

Apache County Historical Society Museum 180 W. Cleveland, St. Johns 928-337-4737

Arizona Historical Society Pioneer Museum 2340 N. Fort Valley Rd., Flagstaff 928-774-6272

Clemenceau Heritage Museum 1 N. Willard St., Cottonwood 928-634-2868

Casa Malpais Archaeological Park & Museum Come Visit this Premier Archaeological Site in the scenic White Mountains. Tours daily at 9 & 11am, 2pm. Admission: Adults $5; Students 10-18 & Seniors $4. Under 10 $3 Call to confirm.

928-333-5375

318 Main St., Springerville, Az 85938

Jerome Historical Society 200 Main St., Jerome 928-634-5477

John Wesley Powell Memorial Museum 6 N.Lake Powell Blvd., Page 928-645-9496

Little House Museum Springerville, 928-333-2286

Museum of Northern Arizona 3101 N. Fort Valley Road, Flagstaff (3 miles north of downtown Flagstaff), 928-774-5213

Navajo County Museum

Mesa Arts Center & Galeria Mesa 155 N.Center, Mesa 480-644-2242

Phoenix Art Museum 1625 N. Central, Phoenix 602-257-1222

Phoenix Symphony 455 N.3rd St., Phoenix 602-495-1117

Phoenix Theatre 100 E. McDowell Rd., Phoenix 602-254-2151 7380 E. 2nd St., Scottsdale 480-994-2787

Scottsdale Museum of Contemporary Art Scottsdale Symphony Orchestra 3817 N.Brown, Scottsdale 480-945-8071

Southwest Shakespeare Company P.O.Box 30595, Mesa 480-641-7039

West Valley Museum of Art 17420 N. Ave. of the Arts, Surprise 623-972-0635 History and Heritage

Arizona Hall of Flame Museum 11010 W. Washington St., Phoenix 602-255-2110

Arizona Historical Society Museum 1300 N. College Ave., Tempe, 480-929-0292

Arizona State Capitol Museum

Arizona Opera

233 N. Grand Canyon Blvd., Williams 800-843-8724

302 W. Latham St., Phoenix 602-262-2050

7380 E. 2nd St, Scottsdale 480-994-2787

History and Heritage

Grand Canyon Railway Museum

Great Arizona Puppet Theatre

Scottsdale Center for the Arts

Dury Lane Repertory Players

Northern Arizona

17207 N.Perimeter Dr, Scottsdale 480-585-3108

502 W. Roosevelt, Phoenix 602-256-6899

ASU Art Museum, Matthews Center & New Fine Arts Center ASU Campus, Tempe 480-965-2874

1700 W. Washington St., Phoenix 602-542-4581

Arizona Wing of Confederate Air Force Museum 2017 N. Greenfield Road, Mesa, 480-924-1940

Bead Museum 5754 W. Glenn Dr., Glendale, 623-930-7395

Cave Creek Museum P.O. Box 1, Cave Creek, Arizona, 480-488-2764

Champlin Fighter Aircraft Museum 4636 Fighter Aces Drive, Mesa, 480-830-4540

Chandler Historical Museum 178 E. Commonwealth, Chandler, 480-782-2717

Ballet Arizona 3645 E. Indian School Rd., Phoenix 602-381-0184

Chandler Center for the Arts 250 N. Arizona Ave., Chandler 480-786-2682

Casa Grande Historical & Archaelogical Museum 110 W. Florence Blvd., Casa Grande, 520-836-2223

Desert Caballeros Western Museum 21 North Frontier St., Wickenburg 928-684-2272

Cobre Valley Center for the Arts 101 N. Broad St., Globe 928-425-0884

100 E. Arizona, Holbroook 928-524-6558

Sharlot Hall Museum 415 W, Gurley St., Prescott 928-445-3122

Show Low Historical Society Museum

Frank Lloyd Wright Blvd.

541 E. Duece of Clubs, Show Low 928-532-7115

& Cactus Rd.

Smoki Museum Inc. 147 N. Arizona St., Prescott 928-445-1230

Scottsdale, Arizona

White Mountain Apache Museum Fort Apache, 928-338-4625

LIVE THEATRE WORKSHOP Presents “The Fourth Wall”

An evening of thought provoking laughter By A.R. Gurney • Music and lyrics by Cole Porter

SHOW RUNS JUL 17 - AUG 24 Call 520-327-4242 for Reservations! Tickets only $12-$14! 5317 E. Speedway, Tucson, Az 85712

A broad range of guided tours are offered daily at this desert masterpiece which served as Wright’s personal home, studio and architecture campus.

Recorded info: (480)860-8810 Phone:(480)860-2700

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Central Arizona History and Heritage

Frank Lloyd Wright’s Taliesin West Museum 12621 N. Frank Lloyd Wright, Scottsdale 480-860-2700

Gila County Historical Museum 1330 N. Broad, Globe, 928-425-7385

Gilbert Heritage Market Museum and Science Park Gilbert & Page Rds, Gilbert 480-644-2178

Glendale Historical Society 9802 N. 59th Ave, Glendale 623-931-3668

Goldfield Ghost Town And Mine Highway 88, Apache Jnct, 480-983-0333

Heard Museum 22 East Monte Vista Road, Phoenix 602-252-8840

Heritage Square 115 North 6th Street, Phoenix, 602-262-5071

Lost Dutchman Museum Superstition Mountain 4650 Mammoth Mine Rd., Apache Junction 480-983-4888

Mesa Historical Museum 2345 North Horne, Mesa 480-835-7358

Mesa Southwest Museum 53 N. MacDonald Street, Mesa 480-644-2230

Museum of Rim Country Archaeology 510 W. Main St, Payson, 928-469-1128

Phoenix Museum of History 105 N. Fifth St, Phoenix, 602-253-2734

Pine-Stawberry Museum Rt. 87 (Beeline Highway), Pine-Strawberry 928-476-3547

Pioneer Arizona Living History Village 3901 W. Pioneer Rd., Phoenix, 623-465-1052

Pueblo Grande Museum 4619 East Washington St., Phoenix 602-495-0900

Rim Country Museum 700 Green Valley Parkway, Payson 928-474-3483

Scottsdale Historical Museum 7333 E. Scottsdale Mall, Scottsdale 480-945-4499

Sirrine House 160 North Center, Mesa, 480-644-2760

Tempe Historical Museum 809 E. Southern Ave. Tempe 480-350-5100 Family Fun

Arizona Museum For Youth 35 N. Robson, Mesa 480-644-2468

McCormick-Stillman Railroad Park 7301 E. Indian Bend Rd., Scottsdale 480-312-2312

The Phoenix Zoo 455 N. Galvin Pkwy, Phoenix 602-273-1341

Wildlife World Zoo 16501 W. Northern Ave., Litchfield Park 623-935-WILD Nature & Ecology

Boyce Thompson Arboretum P.O. Box AB, Superior 520-689-2811

Space, Science & Technology

Arizona Mining and Mineral Museum 1502 W. Washington, Phoenix 602-255-3791

Arizona Science Center

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Photo Contest!

600 E Washington, Phoenix 602 -716-2000

Identify the photo shown and win an Arizona Getaway!

Southern Arizona Arts & Music

If you don’t know the answer, go to our website at www.aztourist.com to find out!

Arizona Theatre Company 330 S. Scott Ave., Tucson 520-622-2823

Center for Creative Photography Univ. of Arizona, Tucson 520-621-7968

Pima Comm. College, Center for the Arts 2202 W. Anklam Rd., Tucson 520-884-6988

Tubac Center of the Arts 9 Plaza Rd., Tubac 520-398-2371

Tucson Arizona Boys Chorus P.O.Box 12034, Tucson 520-296-6277

Tucson Museum of Art 140 N. Main Ave., Tucson 520-624-2333

Tucson Symphony Orchestra 443 South Stone Ave., Tucson 520-792-9314

University of Arizona Museum of Art Tucson, 520-621-7567 History and Heritage

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Amerind Foundation Museum P.O. Box 248, Dragoon 520-586-3666

Arizona Historical Society Museum 949 E. 2nd St., Tucson 520-628-5774

Arizona Ranger Museum The 1904 Old Courthouse, Nogales, Az 520-281-8675

Arizona State Museum U Of A Campus, Tucson 520-621-6302

Bird Cage Theatre 6th and Allen, Tombstone 800-457-3423

Bisbee Mining & Historical Museum Bisbee, 520-432-7071

The Douglas-Williams House Museum & Genealogical Library (Registered National Historic Landmark.) Corner of 10th St and D Ave. Built in 1908 by James Douglas, home of Douglas Historical Society. Open Tues, Wed, Thurs, & Sat from 1pm-4pm. Admission in free, donations accepted.

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Space, Science & Technology

Family Fun

Old Tucson Studio 201 S Kinney Road, Tucson 520-883-0100

Pima County Fairgrounds Home to Tucson Raceway Park, Southwestern International Raceway 520-762-9100

Reid Park Zoo 1100 S. Randolph Way, Tucson 520-791-3204

Tucson Children’s Museum 200 S Sixth Ave., Tucson 520-792-9985

Asarco Mineral Discovery Center I-19 & Pima Mine Rd., Tucson 520-798-7798, www.mineraldiscovery.com

Biosphere 2 Center Oracle Rd., Tucson 800-828-2462

Discovery Park 1651 Discovery Pk Blvd, Safford 520-428-6260

Flandrau Science Center & Planetarium University of Arizona, Tucson 520-621-STAR

Fred Lawrence Whipple Observatory

Nature & Ecology

Amado, AZ 85645 520-670-5707

Arizona-Sonoran Desert Museum 2021 N. Kinney Rd., Tucson 520-647-PARK

Colossal Cave Mountain Park 4660 E. Colossal Cave Rd, Tucson 520-883-1380

International Wildlife Museum 4800 W. Gates Pass Rd, Tucson 520-617-1439

Kitt Peak National Observatories Hwy 86 Tucson 520-318-8726

Pima Air and Space Museum 6000 E. Valencia, Tucson 520-574-0462

InterInterTitan Missile Museum Duval Mine Rd, Green Valley 520-625-7736

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Graham County Historical Society Museum Hwy 70 & 4th Ave, Thatcher, 928-348-0470

Muheim Heritage House 207 Youngblood Hill, Bisbee, 520-432-7071

Pimeria Alta Historical Society Museum 136 N. Grand Ave., Nogales, 520-287-4621

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Rex Allen Arizona Cowboy Museum 150 N. Railroad Ave., Willcox, 520-384-4583

San Pedro Valley Arts & Historical Society Museum 180 S. San Pedro, Benson 520-586-3070

San Xavier del Bac Mission 1950 W. San Xavier Rd., Tucson 520-294-2624

Highlights of the 2003-04 Season include: Swan Lake, The Nutcracker, a Full-Length World Premiere and a Balanchine Festival

Deer Valley Rock Center P.O. Box 41998, Phoenix 623-582-8007

Desert Botanical Gardens 1201 N. Galvin Pkwy, Phoenix 602-941-1225

Slaughter Ranch Museum Original 1880’ Ranch (part of the San Bernardino Spanish land grant of 1730). 15 miles outside of Douglas on Geronimo Trail. Admission Adults $3, Children under 14 free. Open Wednesday-Sunday, 10am3pm. Closed Mon & Tues, Christmas & New Years. www.vtc.net/sranch, email: sranch@vtc.net

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Native American Tribal Attractions 1. Kaibab-Paiute Tribe 350 miles north of Phoenix on Highway 389 and 14 miles west of Fredonia • Pipe Spring National Monument • Full hook-up RV & General Store • Museum (Arts and Crafts) • Grand Canyon-North Rim • Cedar Breaks National Monument • Hiking & hunting • Coral Pink Sand Dunes • Zion & Bryce Canyon National Park Fredonia, Arizona 86022 Phone 928-643-7245 2. Hualapai Nation 250 miles northwest of Phoenix on Route 66 and west of Grand Canyon National Park • Grand Canyon West • Trophy Elk • Desert Big Horn Sheep • White water rafting Peach Spring, Arizona 86434 Phone 888-255-9550 928-769-2216 (Tribal Council)

13 3. Havasupai Tribe 310 miles northwest of Phoenix off Route 66 at the bottom of Grand Canyon National Park • Pools of turquoise water • Spectacular waterfalls • Camping & hiking Supai, Arizona 86435 Phone: 520-448-2237/2141 (camping) 928-448-2111 (lodge) 4. San Juan Southern Paiute Tribe 200 miles north of Phoenix at Willow Springs and Paiute Canyon/Navajo Mountain • Paiute Canyon native basket weaving Tuba City, Arizona 86045 Phone 928-283-4589/4587 5. Navajo Nation 260 miles northeast of Phoenix, located in northern Arizona, New Mexico, & Utah - in Coconino, Navajo, & Apache Counties, Az • Monument Valley • St. Michael’s Historic Museum • Canyon De Chelly • Hubell Trading Post • Four Comers National Monument • Navajo Museum, Library, Visitor’s Center • Ten Recreational Lakes • Window Rock & Shiprock natural formations

• Navajo fairs, rodeos & pow-wows Window Rock, Arizona 86515 Phone 928-871-6436 web:www.discovernavajo.com 6. Hopi Tribe 250 miles northeast of Phoenix on Highway 264 and 67 miles north of Winslow • Stone Pueblos Villages • Ancient ceremonial dances • Cultural Center • Arts & Crafts Guild • Walpi Village Tour • Hopi Cultural Center Restaurant & Inn Second Mesa, Arizona 86043 Phone 520-734-2401 (Cultural Center) 928-734-2441 7. Fort Mojave Indian Tribe 236 miles northwest of Phoenix and located along the Colorado River near Needles, CA on Highway 95 and interstate 40 • River recreation • Avi Casino • Golf, Ghost towns • Spirit Mountain Casino • Hikin & rock hounding • Winter National Sand Drag Races Needles, California 92363 Phone 760-629-4591 8. Yavapai-Prescott Indian Tribe 102 miles northwest of Phoenix and adjacent to the City of Prescott on Highway 69 • Bucky’s Casino • Frontier Village Mall • Historic Prescott • Fishing, camping, hunting Prescott, Arizona 86301 Phone 928-445-8790 9. Yavapai-Apache Nation Tourism 95 miles north of Phoenix off of Interstate 17 at Camp Verde • Cliff Castle Casino • Montezuma Castle National Monument • Jerome Historic Ghost & Mining Town • Montezuma Wells and Tuzigoot National Monuments Camp Verde, Arizona 86322 Phone 928-567-3035 10. Tonto Apache Tribe 93 miles north of Phoenix and adjacent to Payson on Highway 87 • Mazatzal Casino • Winter recreation • Mogollon Rim • Tonto Natural Bridge Payson, Arizona 85541 Phone 928-474-5000 11. Colorado River Indian Tribes 189 miles west of Phoenix and along the AZ-CA border at Parker on Highway 95 • Lake Moovaly • Poston Memorial Monument • Aha’Khav Tribal Preserve • Hunting & Fishing • Colorado River Tribe Museum • Blue Water Casino Parker, Arizona 85344 Phone 928-669-9211 ext. 1324

12. Fort McDowell Yavapai Nation 23 miles east of Phoenix on Highway 87 Verde River Water Recreation • Fort McDowell Casino • We-Ko-Pa Golf Club and Course • Fort McDowell Adventures Fountain Hills, Arizona 85269, Phone 480-837-5121 13. White Mountain Apache Tribe Approximately 4 hours from Phoenix and 46 miles south of Show Low on Highway 73 • Sunrise Ski Resort • Fort Apache Cultural Museum • Hunting • Hon-Dah Resort-Casino Conference Center • Fishing & Camping Ft. Apache, Arizona 85926 Phone 928-338-1230

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14. San Carlos Apache Tribe 115 miles northeast of Phoenix and east of Globe on Highway 60 • Hunting & Fishing • San Carlos Lake • Apache Gold Casino • San Carlos Apache Cultural Center • Salt River Canyon San Carlos, Arizona 85550 Phone 888-275-2653 15. Gila River Indian Community 40 miles south of Phoenix off interstate 10 Gila River Heritage Theme Park • Wild Horse Pass Casino • Vee Quiva Casino • Japanese Internment Camp • Casa Grande Ruins National Monument Sacaton, Arizona 85247 Phone 928-562-6000 16. Ak-Chin Indian Community 58 miles south of Phoenix on Highway 347 • Him-Dak Museum • Harrah’s Ak-Chin Casino • Casa Grande Ruins Monument • Farming, Basketry • St Francis Church Feast Maricopa, Arizona 85239 Phone 928-568-2227 17. Salt River Pima-Maricopa Indian Community 10 miles east of Phoenix and adjacent to Scottsdale • Hoo-Hoogamiki Museum • Talking Stick Golf Course • Pavilions Shopping Center • Cypress Golf Course • Casino Arizona at Salt River Scottsdale, Arizona 85256 Phone 480-850-8000

18. Cocopah Indian Tribe 211 miles southwest of Phoenix and 13 miles south of Yuma on Highway 95 • Tribal Museum • Cocopah Indian Casino • 18 hole golf course with swimming pool & tennis courts • Tribal cultural Center • Full hook-up RV Park • Agriculture Somerton, Arizona 85350 Phone 928-627-2102

19. Fort Yuma Quechan Tribal Council 185 miles southwest of Phoenix, Adjacent to Yuma off interstate 8 and located along the AZ-CA border • Historic Fort Yuma • Paradise Casino • Fort Yuma Museum (Arts & Crafts) • Water recreation • RV Parks, Fishing, camping & hunting • Port-of-Entry (U.S. & Mexico) Yuma, Arizona 85366 Phone 760-572-0213/0214 20. Tohono O’Odham Nation 136 miles south of Phoenix, 58 miles west of Tucson on Highway 86 and near the U.S. & Mexico border • San Xavier Mission Del Bac • Desert Diamond Casino • Baboquivari Mountain Park • Kitt Peak Observatory Sells, Arizona 85634 Phone 520-383-2221 ext. 285 21. Pascua Yaqui Tribe 135 miles south of Phoenix and 15 miles west of Tucson off of Interstate 19 • Casino of the Sun • Mt. Lemmon • Old Tucson Studio • Saguaro National Monument • Santa Catalina Mountain • Sonoran Desert Museum Tucson, Arizona 85746 Phone 800-572-7282 or 520-883-5000

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Beyond Gaming... Casinos Offer Fun for the Whole Family OV ER VIE W

From golf to children’s activities, casinos provide a whole gamut of enjoyable and entertaining options. Water fun, health and fitness, and proximity to outdoor recreation are part of the mix. Read on for an overview of some of the many things to see and do at Arizona casinos. Fun for the kids can be found at Blue Water Casino, which offers 18 holes of miniature golf (seasonal), an arcade with more than 50 video games, a 3-story indoor water park complete with slide, and a large sandy area for beach play. At Cliff Castle Casino “cosmic bowling” enchants with balls that glow in the dark! Youngsters will also appreciate Kids Quest with its 5,000 square feet of games, toys and activities, which are supervised for safe play. The Alley offers the latest video games. Hon-Dah Casino’s Kids Arcade and Mazatzal Casino’s video arcade also entertain the younger set. Dads and moms with a passion for golf should head to Apache Gold Casino Resort. The Apache Stronghold Golf Course, designed by award-winning architect Tom Doak, has been ranked the number one public access golf course in Arizona by Golfweek America. Cocopah Casino also caters to golfers with an 18hole, par 70 course with driving range, putting green and chipping areas.

If golf is not your game, keep active at the Blue Water Casino’s fitness center, which offers a variety of workout equipment including both cardiovascular and weight machines with three televisions to provide entertainment. Fitness buffs will also enjoy Harrah’s Ak-Chin Casino Resort, which offers hotel guests free use of treadmills, bikes, Stairmaster, free weights, and more. RVers will find several casinos that offer RV parks with activities on site or forays into nearby wilderness areas. Cocopah Casino amenities include tennis courts, horseshoe pits, shuffleboard, heated pool, spa, ceramics and woodworking shop. Apache Gold Casino Resort operates a year-round RV park within minutes of some of the best hunting, fishing and hiking in the state. Hon-Dah ResortCasino also operates an RV park with more than 200 sites in the tall pines of the White Mountains. This too is close by great fishing, hunting and hiking. As you can see, casinos offer far more than Blackjack and slot machines. When you are looking for entertainment for the whole family, check out Arizona’s casinos... you’ll be surprised! For contact information, see the listings on this page.

Casino Entertainment Choose Your Pleasure

Apache Gold 1-800-APACHE 8 8/4 Freddy Fender with opening act Andrea y Los Guys Show begins at 7pm, doors open at 6pm. $10.00 adult, $7.00 children and 5 years and under FREE. 8/5-9 Tribe 7 - Variety, Dance, Funk 8/14-16 Andrea y Los Guys 8/19-23 Fire in the Sky - Motown Hits, R&B, Soul 8/27-30 Barrio Latino - Variety, Tejano, R&B, Old School BlueWater Resort & Casino 1-800-747-8777 Concerts in the Amphitheater 8/23 Pat Benatar & Neil Giraldo 9/27 Old School Jam II featuring Lakeside, Coolio, Grandmaster Flash, Sugarhill Gang and MC Jimmy Walker Desert Diamond 1-866-DDC-WINS 8/2 Kansas - Classic Rock

8/8 Ronnie Millsap - Country 8/15 Branscombe Richmond & The Renegade Posse - Variety Show 8/22 Lee Greenwood - Country 9/13 Julio Iglesias - International Spanish Hon-Dah Resort Casino 1-800-929-8744 Timbers Lounge 8/5-9 The Kid & Nic Show Contemporary Swing 8/12-16 The Robert Street Band Music from the 50s through the present 8/19-23 Walker Williams - Cowboy Music, Country Rock 8/26-30 - Young Country/North Contemporary Country and Modern Rock 9/2-6 Frankie Moreno - Pianist and band, music from the last five decades 9/13 Chubby Checker in Concert!

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5 miles E. of Globe, Hwy 70, San Carlos 928- 475-7800, 800-APACHE-8 • Slots: 500 • Other Games: Poker, $50,000 Keno, 200seat Bingo Hall, Blackjack • Eating Places: 1 Liquor: Yes Buffet: yes • Special Features: Best Western Hotel, Stay and Play Packages, 18-hole golf course w/ driving range, golf school, Pro shop. RV Park with full hookups and dump station. Convenience store. All-purpose Outdoor Pavilion.

Casino Arizona - 101 & McKellips 524 N. 92nd Street, Scottsdale 480-850-7777, 877-7-24-HOUR

Casino Arizona - 101 & Indian Bend 9700 E. Indian Bend, Scottsdale 480-850-7777, 877-7-24-HOUR

Fort McDowell Casino Hwy 87 & Ft. McDowell, Fountain Hills 602-837-1424, 800-THE-FORT

Gila River Casino - Vee Quiva 6443 N. Komatke Lane, Laveen 520-796-7777, 800-WIN-GILA

Gila River Casino - Wild Horse 5512 W. Wild Horse Pass, Chandler 520-796-7727, 800-WIN-GILA

Paradise Casino 450 Quechan Drive, Yuma 760-572-7777, 888-777-4946 Paradise Casino California Off I-8, Exit 524/ adjacent to AZ casino

Spirit Mountain Casino 8555 South Highway 95, Mohave Valley 928-346-2000, 888-837-4030

NORTHERN Bucky’s Casino & Resort 530 E. Merritt, Prescott 928- 776-1666, 800-SLOTS-44

Cliff Castle Casino & The Lodge at Cliff Castle 555 Middle Verde Road, off I-17, Exit 289, Camp Verde 928-567-7900, 800-381-SLOT

Hon-Dah Casino

1200 S. 56th St., Chandler 520-796-7728, 800-WIN-GILA

Harrah’s Ak Chin Casino 15406 Maricopa Rd, Maricopa 480-802-5000, 800-HARRAHS

Mazatzal Casino

Hwy. 87, Milemarker 251, Payson 928-474-6044, 800-777-7529

COLORADO RIVER REGION Blue Water Resort & Casino 11300 Resort Drive, Parker 928-669-7777, 800-747-8777 www.bluewaterfun.com • Slots: 460 • Other Games: Live Keno, Poker, Bingo • Eating Placecs: 3 Liquor: Yes Buffet: yes • Senior Discount: 10% room discount (except in summer) for AAA and AARP members. • Special Features: Resort rooms, pool and waterpark, fitness center, 164-slip marina, double-wide boat launch ramp, Marina Shop, conference center, concerts in the outdoor amphitheater, special events.

Hon-Dah Casino 777 Highway 260, Pinetop 928-369-0299, 800-929-8744 • Slots: 500 • Other Games: Poker; Blackjack • Eating Places: 1 Liquor: Yes Buffet: Yes • Fun Book: Available through chamber of commerce and local motels • Special Features: Cigar bar, gift shop, Kids Arcade, conference center. 200-space fullservice RV park. Convenience store. Gas station. Ski/Outdoor Store.

Yavapai Casino 1501 E. Highway 69, Prescott 928- 445-5767, 800-SLOTS-44

SOUTHERN Blue Water Resort & Casino

Casino Del Sol 5655 W. Valencia, Tucson 520-883-1700, 800-344-9435

Casino of the Sun 7406 S. Camino De Oeste, Tucson 520-883-1700, 800-344-9435

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• Slots: 479 • Other Games: Bingo • Restaurants: 1 Snack Bar Liquor: No • Special Features: Nonsmoking gaming areas. $1 breakfast special from 3am-10am.

Gila River Casino - Lone Butte

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Desert Diamond Casino 1100 West Pima Mine Road, 7 minutes south of Tucson on I-19 520-294-7777, 866-DDC-WINS

Desert Diamond Casino S. Nogales Hwy, Tucson 520-294-7777, 866-DDC-WINS

Golden Ha:san Casino Hwy 86, 1 mile east of Why 520-362-2746

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Potter Honored at Heard Museum

The Kaibab Paiute Nation

Exhibit of Work by Maria Martinez and Family

by the School of American Research. They spent many years conducting experiments to duplicate the rich black pottery. In 1918 they began to produce the brightly polished black vessels decorated in designs in a dull, matte black which became their trademark. Maria Martinez became wellknown throughout her lifetime. She demonstrated at four World’s Fairs and was feted by four presidents. Today she remains one of the most famous Native American potters. Her children, grandchildren and great-grandchildren have continued her pottery-making tradition. The Heard Museum is located at 2301 North Central Ave in Phoenix. Admission is $7 adults, $6 seniors (65+), $3 children 4-12. For more information call 602-252-8848 or log on to www.heard.org.

Discover Navajo CU L INF TURA O L

Similarities and Differences on the Reservation by Kathie Curley

The Navajo Nation welcomes visitors. In fact, the Navajo Nation has some of the most spectacular scenic attractions in the world, as well as a people rich in culture and tradition. A nation within a nation, Navajos have a separate, sovereign system of government. As in any nation, visitors will look to discover similarities and differences. Some visitors are shocked when they discover Navajos wear clothing just like other Americans. Navajos do not live in teepees. They never did. The Navajo traditional home, a hogan, is a 6 or 8 sided, one-room structure, with only one door that faces east, no windows, a hole in the rounded ceiling and a dirt floor. Some Navajo still live in hogans, but most live in regular homes, many of which are mobile homes. They drive cars and pickup trucks. There are over nine thousand miles of paved roads on the Navajo Nation and when visitors travel these roads, that’s when they see a difference they don’t understand. Economic development is very limited on the Navajo Nation. Jobs

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are scarce, resulting in over 50% unemployment. This society lived off the land until early traders introduced them to a lifestyle of goods and currency, and then the government put them under such tight restrictions that developing businesses has been an overwhelming challenge. Navajos may be less fortunate in regard to money and worldly goods, but they are rich in culture, tradition, and a strong sense of family and belonging. In a land and time when poverty reigns, priorities are and must be different than in mainstream America. The focus is on taking care of the people. Taking care of their very basic human needs. In a nation such as this, some services that are common for many societies are uncommon luxuries due to a lack of resources to address them. Trash is one of those differences that disturbs visitors. With such a scattered, rural society, home trash pickup is rare. Most people take it to a transfer station in their community. Some burn what they can. Still others take it a few miles away and dump it in a dry creek bed. Some haul their trash at night and sneak it into one of the few commercial dumpsters, causing overflow. The crows have a great time tearing into trash bags and making a mess. The wind blows, and before you know it, the wire fences are solid with flattened papers and blue Wal-Mart plastic bags. As of yet, there are no tax dollars to clean it up. Several times a year, you’ll see staff from government offices picking up trash along the roadways. It’s not a matter of caring, there are just no resources to continually address the problem. All of this, the good and the “not-sogood” is what makes the Navajo Nation what it is. There is one lesson we should all have learned from history, and that is... we should never force OUR values on others. The differences are what make each and every one of us unique. The differences make this a wonderful place to visit and to Discover Navajo. For more information visit www.DiscoverNavajo.com.

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Known for her black-onblack pottery with a gunmetal sheen, San Ildefonso potter Maria Martinez and her husband Julian revolutionized the look of pottery, beginning a tradition that continues today. More than 60 pieces by Maria, Julian and their descendants are on display at the Heard Museum. But take note - you have only August and September left to see “A Revolution in the Making: The Pottery of Maria and Julian Martinez.” Maria began making polychrome pottery in 1897 at the age of 12. She met Julian Martinez in the early 1900s and the two were married in 1904, spending their honeymoon demonstrating pottery at the World’s Fair in St. Louis. Maria and Julian found great inspiration from a black pottery sherd found near San Ildefonso during an excavation

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by Christine Meissner

The Kaibab Paiute people, part of the Southern Paiute Nation, have inhabited the lands to the north and west of the Grand Canyon for centuries. Today their reservation, one of the most remote in Arizona, covers 120,431 acres a short distance from the Utah border. It is surrounded by small communities such as Fredonia to the east and Kanab to the northeast. The Kaibab Paiutes were hunters and gatherers living in small groups, moving according to the seasons in search of food. Their homeland has the most varied ecological zones in the continent of North America, making it easy for them to cultivate food crops near water sources to supplement their diet of wild game and plant life. Beginning in 1863 the encroachment of Mormon settlements into the area led to the disruption of the traditional Paiute lifestyle. In an essay written in 1998 Clifford Jake, a Southern Paiute elder, states that the Paiute were unable to gain access to water which had been diverted to ranches. The Paiute could no longer raise the crops they needed to survive, and the game they hunted dwindled. Many were forced to move to small camps near the settlements and take menial jobs for food. Within 20 years the Paiutes lost about 90% of their population. In 1909 the Kaibab Paiute reservation was established on land rich with scenic beauty and mineral resources. However, the Paiute people have had to struggle to get fair compensation for these resources. Today, the health of their economy relies not only on tourism, but agriculture and livestock production as well.

Businesses owned and operated by the tribe include the Pipe Springs National Monument Visitor Center and Museum as well as the Campground and RV Park. There is also a Mobile gas station and convenience store. Achieving economic growth by careful stewardship of the land is a major focus of the tribe. They also endeavor to preserve their cultural heritage. Basketry is considered one of the most exquisite art forms of the Paiute people. Pipe Springs National Monument began as two pools of water which flow from the Sevier Fault. In 1870 a group of Mormons discovered the springs and decided to build a community. They also built a fort which proved to be unnecessary as it was never attacked by the Kaibab Paiute tribe. The area was designated a national monument in 1923 and is located near the Tribal Headquarters. Steamboat Rock, a geological highlight, is also located on the reservation. For park and camping information you may call the Visitor Center at 928-643-7105. Other amenities are located in the adjacent community of Fredonia. A wealth of natural wonders surround the Kaibab Paiute reservation. The North Rim of Grand Canyon National Park and Utah’s Cedar Breaks National Monument and Coral Pink Sandunes State Park are just a few hours drive away. Additionally, Lake Powell, Glen Canyon and Lake Mead National Recreation Areas are all within easy touring distance. To reach the Kaibab Paiute reservation take Alternate Route 89 from Jacob Lake through Fredonia, then 14 miles west on Hwy 389. For more information call the Kaibab Paiute Tribal Office at 928-643-7245.

Annual Kaibab Paiute Heritage Day Celebration August 30-31: Kaibab Reservation, Te'Angwavaxant Pow Wow grounds Sunrise ceremony at 5a; Pow Wows; feast 5p-6:30p, Dance/Singing contests, raffles, booths. 928-643-6014

Native American Cultural Centers COCOPAH MUSEUM & CULTURAL CENTER 928-627-1992 County 15 - Avenue G, Somerton COLORADO RIVER INDIAN MUSEUM 928-669-9211m Route 1, Box 23-B, Parker FORT APACHE MUSEUM 928-338-4625, P.O. Box 507, Fort Apache FORT MOHAVE CULTURAL CENTER 928-346-1636 10225 Harbor Ave, Needles, CA FORT YUMA QUECHAN MUSEUM 619-572-0661 GILA RIVER ARTS AND CRAFTS CENTER 480-963-3981, P.O. Box 457, Sacaton HOO-HOOGAM KI MUSEUM 480-874-8190 10000 E. Osborn Rd, Scottsdale

HOPI ARTS & CRAFTS SILVERCRAFTS 928-734-2463, P.O. Box 37, Second Mesa HOPI CULTURAL CENTER MUSEUM 928-734-6650, P.O. Box 7, Second Mesa HOPI CULTURAL PRESERVATION OFFICE 928-734-3441, P.O. Box 123, Kykotsmovi HUALAPAI TRIBAL COUNCIL 928-769-2216, P.O. Box 179, Peach Springs NAVAJO ARTS AND CRAFTS 928-871-4090, P.O. Box 160, Window Rock NAVAJO NATION MUSEUM 928-871-7199 P.O. Box 308, Hwy 264, Window Rock NED A. HATATHLI MUSEUM Dine Community College 928-724-6600, Route 12, 1 Circle, Tsaile SAN CARLOS APACHE CULTURAL CENTER 928-475-2894, P.O. Box 760, Peridot

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“Paradiso” in San Carlos Our Diving Weekend

TRAVEL

by Jesse Nelson

My wife and I crossed into Nogales, Mexico. Driving in the actual city can a bit hectic, but once we WRITER be passed it, it was clear sailing. We arrived at the border check-in for vehicles just beyond Nogales, where we received our tourist cards and registered our car. You need photocopies of your documents. If you don’t bring any, you can get some there for a slightly higher than normal cost. We did not have to pay for a Mexican tourist visa because San Carlos falls under the Free Visit Zone. Southward, our journey took us first to the capital city of Hermosillo and beyond that, Guaymas. Turning towards San Carlos, which is ten minutes away, we spotted signs for Paradiso, the resort where we would be staying. It had everything you would expect from a resort, with a very interesting layout and room designs. Our room had a balcony overlooking the beach. Before dinner, we had a couple of beers at the open air bar right near the pool. Paradiso had different dinner themes, buffet style, each night. That first night was Italian, with a very ample variety of dishes. We also went down to the beach that night. We had it nearly to ourselves, and it

was quite clean. The next morning after breakfast we went back to the beach and into the water. After some pebbly rocks there is a slight drop and then very soft sand. Soon after, we set out to dive. The Ocean Sports Scuba boat would be departing at Dock A at the marina (U.S.: 520-977-3598; Mexico: 011-52-622-226-0696). It was bound for San Pedro Island, about ninety minutes away. There were some colorful fish down there. Shirleen spotted the moray eel, which almost looked like a hand puppet, its mouth continuously opening and closing. Our afternoon dive was local at Deer Island. This is where I spotted the octopus. He was chowing down, his suckers prying open clams. He stopped eating when we hovered over him, his eye surveying us, as if to say, “can’t I eat in peace?” That night, we had an excellent Mexican buffet dinner at Paradiso, and went right to sleep afterwards, exhausted from diving. It was great fun, but we both agreed that we would like to return to San Carlos and take more advantage of the relaxation that Paradiso had to offer. Bio: Jesse and his wife hail from Pennsylvania, Seattle, then Tucson. Avid travelers, they enjoy the Arizona experience. Jesse is a novelist and also has a surreal television program on Public Access Tucson.

Your Money South of the Border Today you struck platinum UL EF and you want to take your family US INFO on a long vacation south of the border. But wait - is that shiny new credit card going to work in Mexico? Yes. Credit cards now are widely accepted in Mexico, with MasterCard and Visa being the cards of choice. American Express also is generally accepted. In fact, when checking into hotels, don’t be surprised to be asked to present a credit card and to sign a blank charge slip to cover incidental charges you will accumulate during their stay. This is common practice and should not be viewed with suspicion. The two largest banks in Mexico are Banamex and Bancomer. Business hours normally are 9am to 4pm weekdays. Bital is another bank that works from 9am to 7pm. There are many offices in almost every city. Some branches are open Saturdays, too. They work from 9am to 1pm, just for small amounts of money. Most of them are located inside shopping malls and supermarkets. What about getting cash at an ATM? It is possible now for international visitors to access Mexican ATMs. Bancomer’s now are in the Cirrus and PLUS systems, and even offer Spanish/English menus. Some machines will dispense pesos or dollars, whichever you prefer. Although dollars are widely accepted in resort areas, it is recommended to use Visit Our New Location at Circle K in Ajo!

pesos during your stay. Money is often exchanged at casas de cambio (exchange houses) that are open longer hours than banks and offer quick service. Note that the worst exchange rates are at hotels, and the best are at exchange houses. Expect a slightly lower rate of exchange for travelers’ checks. Generally, there are no charges for an exchange. Several years ago, as part of its economic reform program, the Mexican government dropped three zeros from its currency. New bills were printed at the time. Be advised that there could still be some old bills floating around, and that they are worthless. Price tags are usually printed as follows: $25.00 M.N. This stands for moneda nacional (national currency), i.e., pesos. The Sonora Tourist Center recommends that you change dollars into pesos when you get to Mexico. Change enough money for gas stations and toll roads. For example, it’s about $12.00 dlls each way from Nogales to San Carlos. Gasoline is about twice the price as it is here, and most of the stations along the highway don’t accept credit cards. There’s an exchange booth at the 21km, too (where you get the car permit). Everybody accepts dollars but the exchange rate won’t always be fair. For more information contact the Sonora Tourist Center at 520-784-0551. Mexican Insurance for RV’s, Autos, Boats, Trailers and Motorcycles

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Ironhorse Guest Ranch PO Box 536, Tombstone, 85638 520-457-9361

Bumble Bee Ranch HC34 Box 5075, Mayer, 86333 Reservations: 623-374-0002

Cottonwood Canyon Ranch 750 S. Klondyke Rd., Pima 520-507-7443

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• 18 rooms, 10 suites • Working Ranch on 51,000 acres • Entertainment, food, riding programs. Close to Nogales and Tombstone, other nearby attractions include the Pima Air Museum, Desert Museum, Saguaro National Park, Biosphere II, the Chiricahua Mountains and Patagonia Lake.

• 4 rooms • Hiking, Birdwatching, Horseback riding, Horse hotel.

Lazy K Bar Ranch 8401 N. Scenic Dr., Tucson, 85743 800-321-7018

• Open year round • 24 casitas • Horseback riding, heated pool, hiking, rappelling, cookouts, hayrides, country western dancing & nature programs. Team penning a specialty, riding lessons available.

Grapevine Canyon Ranch P. O. Box 302, Pearce, 85625 Reservations: 800-245-9202

• Open year round • 11 rooms • Swimming pool, Hot tub, Recreation room, Meeting space, Daily maid service, Bar, Gift shop, Laundry facility. • Cookouts, Guided hikes, Fishing, Sightseeing tours, Riding lessons, Cattle roundups, Cattle/ranch work, Specialty rides/trips.

Crown C Guest Ranch P.O. Box 984, Sonoita, 85637 Reservations: 520-455-5739

• Open Year Round • Accommodations for 18 • On-site Activities: Swimming, tennis, horseshoes, horseback riding. • Off-site Activities: Hiking, biking, birding, cattle drives, scenic railroad, horse racing (Apr-May), ropings on the weekends.

Muleshoe Ranch RRI, Box 1542 Willcox 520-586-7072

• 5 rooms • Guided nature trails, birding, “cowboy” hot tubs.

Rex Ranch P.O. Box 636, Amado, 85645 Reservations: 520-398-2914

• Open year round • 30 rooms • Historic casitas, unheated pool, hot tub, 2 page spa treatment menu, conference rooms, special events facilities. • Horseback riding, restaurant (open for dinner Wed-Sun by reservation), mountain bike rentals, hiking & biking trails.

Price Canyon Ranch 10923 Price Canyon, Douglas, 85608 520-558-2383

• Open year round • 10 rooms • Swimming pool, Hot tub, Recreation room with fireplace, pool table, satellite TV, games, cards, puzzles, books, kitchen & dining room, Meeting space, Gift shop, Laundry facility. • Cookouts, Hiking, Fishing, Specialty rides, ranch work, trail rides for different experience levels, arena games, wildlife, birding, small catfish pond.

Sunglow Ranch 14066 South Sunglow, Pearce, 85625 520-824-3334 • 9 rooms • Casitas, Cafe, Full meal service. • Stargazing, Birding, Hiking, Biking.

• Open year round, Tues-Sun • 2 guest houses - sleep 10 plus campgrounds • Weddings, Special events, corporate & private programs, retreats, Catering Department, live entertainment & Native American Dancers for Group Events • Cattle drives, horseback riding, Hummer tours, ATV adventures, target shooting, helicopter tours, gold panning, nature hikes.

26 Bar Ranch P.O. Box 1925 Springerville, 85938 928-333-2102

• Bed & Breakfast • Working Ranch, Applied Horsemanship with Instruction June thru August. Fishing, hiking, photography.

Grand Canyon West Ranch Mile 6, Diamond Bar Rd., Joshua Tree Nat’l Forest, Meadview, (702) 798-4354

• 5 Rustic Cabins • Accommodations for 14 people • Helicopter tours, live entertainment, natural springs, Indian Ghost dances, cattle drives, and much more!

Pinetop Lakes Equestrian Center Haviland’s Old West Adventures East of SR 260 on Buck Springs Rd. Pinetop, Az 85935, 928-369-1000 • Horseback Riding, rodeos, roping, Chuckwagon Adventures on weekends including dinner and entertainment.

X Diamond Ranch P.O. Box 791, Springerville, 85938 928-333-2286

• Open year round • 6 Cabins • White Mountains photo workshops, Archaeological Field School at Little Bear Archaeological Site, Little House Museum, weddings, retreats, reunions. • Trout fishing, horseback riding, hiking, mountain biking, downhill skiing, tours, seasonal activities.

NATIONAL & INTERNATIONAL Paradise Guest Ranch P.O. Box 790, Buffalo, WY 82834 307-684-7876

• Open May 25 thru September 21 • Accommodations for 72 people • Luxury log cabins with fireplaces, outdoor decks & spacious living rooms. Heated pool, spa, old western saloon & dining room. • Horseback riding, same horse for the week, fly fishing program, guided trips, pack trips to mountain fishing camp. Chuckwagon dinners, full kid’s program with counselor.

Coffee Creek Ranch HC 2 Box 4940, Trinity Center, CA 96091 800-624-4480

• Open April 1 thru November 30 • Accommodations for 50 people • Trinity Alps Wilderness, fly-fishing stream, secluded cabins, pool, spa, stocked pond, weddings, meetings, family reunions. • Hayrides, gold panning, nightly entertainment, hiking.

Big Bar Guest Ranch P.O. Box #27 Jesmond, Clinton British Columbia, Canada VOK 1KO 250-459-2333 • Open year round

• 17 rms, 4 cabins, summer teepees & campground

• Horseback riding includes day rides & 5day package overnight pack trips, cattle drives 3 days a week for experienced riders, gold panning, canoes, paddle boats, trout fishing, mountain biking, fireside lounge for relaxing, library, billiards, game room, Kid’s Corner programs 2-3 times/week, children’s pony rides.

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Stop Horsing Around! Ranch Vacations for the Non-Rider It’s a common misconception that if you go on vacation at a Dude or Guest Ranch you have to ride a horse. In fact, most ranches offer a wide variety of activities! From tennis to pool to lounging by the pool these vacations have something for everyone. Price Canyon Ranch, located on 14,000 acres of the Coronado National Forest, has a small catfish pond, pool and a “People Barn” which boasts a recreation room with fireplace, the Ranch’s only television, books, board games, puzzles, and a pool table. You can find hiking trails, tennis, basketball, volleyball, ping pong, horseshoes, shuffleboard, billiards, a large library, heated pool and indoor redwood hot tub at the White Stallion Ranch, opening in September. Kids of all ages will enjoy the petting zoo with deer, miniature horses, llamas, potbellied pigs and more! The Circle Z Ranch is famous for serious bird watching as its location, in a valley watered by the ever-flowing Sonoita Creek, is a nesting site and migration route for many rare species. Bird feeders are scattered throughout the grounds to bring them even closer to you and the Ranch provides a detailed bird list

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and many nature reference books. You can also check out the special wildlife found in the area like deer, wild boar, bobcats, rabbits and coati mundi. Another birder’s paradise is the Sunglow Guest Ranch. Due to the area’s relative proximity to Mexico, many rare and unusual species can be seen in the vicinity - from trogans to hummingbirds, from flycatchers to warblers. There are also many nearby attractions such as the “Wonderland of Rocks” at Chiricahua National Monument, Cochise Stronghold, Fort Bowie National Historic Site, the Museum of the American Indian at the Amerind Foundation, and more! Sunglow also boasts its own restaurant, the Sunglow Café, open seven days a week and serving breakfast, lunch and dinner by reservation - or stop by for afternoon tea. These activities and features (and others) are common finds at Dude and Guest Ranches and at most are included in your vacation package. So you see you don’t have to horse around on your next Ranch vacation. Price Canyon Ranch, 520-558-2383 White Stallion Ranch, 888-977-2624 Circle Z Ranch, 888-854-2525 Sunglow Guest Ranch, 520-824-3334

Grand Canyon West Ranch... Too Much to Tell! Nestled in the mountains between the west end of the Grand Canyon and the Music Mountains of Arizona, Grand Canyon West Ranch can be reached by car, plane and/or helicopter! Once you arrive you will be welcomed by your surroundings on this 116,000-acre working cattle ranch with its rustic pine cabins, starlit nights and “western cowboy hospitality.” Grand Canyon West Ranch offers so many different activities there is no way to talk about them all! You can feed the stock, ride horseback, take a helicopter tour, participate in a Cattle Drive and Round Up, go on covered wagon and buggy rides, see rodeo demonstrations and listen to cowboy music and poetry. This historic Ranch also boasts the only natural water springs on the west side of the Grand Canyon. In fact, archeological PR OF ILE

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studies carbon date human artifacts in the area between 1,600 and 1,700 B.C. Original Ranch headquarters are located next to the Diamond Bar Springs. This area has been used by Native Americans for the last 3600 years, the oldest inhabitants being the Cohina Indians whose roasting pits have been dated back to 1600 B.C. The Springs have had many different names and been used for many purposes including Hualapai Indian ceremonies and Pai Indian Ghost Dances. With so many things to do in an area so rich in history and beauty you are sure to have the experience you are looking for. Go relax by a campfire or spend your time in a flurry of activity but be sure you book your next vacation at the Grand Canyon West Ranch. For more information please call 702-798-4354.

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Arizona in August by Lee Allen

If the month of June is for lovers, August - at least for those in Arizona - is for daydreamers, cloudwatchers, and those who thrill at the sights, sounds and smells of summertime storms. While residents of eastern and midwestern states are accustomed to viewing the eighth month of the year as a prelude to September’s first day of autumn, Arizonans and those who visit the state in August are treated to an olio of events - current, upcoming and on-going. The southward migration of hummingbirds is in full swing. Mule deer have begun to fawn. The rains have started to make a difference to a thirsty desert and woodlands dry from several years of drought. Summer bird breeding season is underway and in some cases, like masked bobwhites, new arrivals are hatching, an annual event timed to coincide with summer rains and the food, cover and insects stimulated by the moisture. While we have suffered from a paucity of precipitation, Arizona has a plethora of pleasant pastimes even during the hottest of summer months. Events range from the indoor, dress-up, sit-down types of gatherings to simple, outdoor get-togethers. Check out all-you-can-eat pancake breakfasts and peach picking at Apple Annie’s Orchard in Willcox (thru August 10th) or the annual Sweet Corn Festival in Taylor on August 30th, start of the Labor Day Weekend. For brave adventurers who like hot food during hot weather, the Four Corners Regional Chili Cookoff takes place in Alpine on August 16th. Eastern Arizona’s White Mountains are a definite draw during the sweaty summertime season. “If the desert summer heat gets to you, there’s cool relief with fun attached in the high country communities. Because of the higher elevation, temperatures are typically 20-to30 degrees cooler than metro population centers in the Valley and Tucson,” says Pete Klute, spokesman for the White Mountains Partnership. In addition to special scheduled events, Mother Nature governs the White Mountain Region and provides a variety of year-round outdoor recreational activities from hiking, mountain biking and horseback riding to birding and boating or gaming and golfing. Information about the White Mountain Region and its variety of summertime events is available at 1-877-242-7671 or on the web at www.azwhitemountains.net. Because perspiration is more prevalent

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in places like Yuma, Phoenix and the Old Pueblo, lower-elevation merchants get very creative in the types of 3rd quarter promotions and very competitive on summertime prices for everything from multistar lodging to multi-star dining. Locals take advantage of this largesse and visitors can too. Whether in the White Mountains, along Rim Country treelines, kicking sand in the dunes near Yuma or walking the wadis (arroyos) in southern Arizona, a timely word of caution. Warm, moist air from the Gulf of Mexico moves north during this season, colliding with the hot, dry currents above desert terrain. Severe thunderstorms result with gusty winds, blowing dust, spectacular lightning, heavy rains and flash flooding. One little known fact is that Arizona’s worst natural disaster came from one of its most scarce resources water - during severe flash flooding. “These storms are unpredictable,” according to National Weather Service Meteorologist Rich Okulski, who notes, “They come upon you so rapidly your safety can be threatened in an instant.” For visitors not familiar with monsoon storm runoff, it is to be treated with much respect. “Water only a foot deep can move a car off the road,” warns Okulski. “If you see flooding in a wash, the prudent course of action is to fully comply with roadblock signs and adopt a wait and watch attitude until rapidly moving waters quickly dissipate.” In a state that relishes every drop of water that falls, Arizona needs its summertime rains from the much-welcomed early morning light mistings to the late afternoon gullywashers. Respect the power of nature behind these magnificent lightning shows, the deluge of dampness they bring and the roiling rivers that frequently result. But do so carefully. Bio: Lee Allen is an outdoor journalist who appreciates blue skies and the beauty of nature while writing about things involving critters with fins, fur, fangs or feathers. He is a member of Outdoor Writer’s Association of America and Western Outdoor Writers. You can hear Lee Allen on KUAT News.

State Park Events AUG 12 YUMA Mexican Independence Day Fiesta Yuma Crossing State Historic Park Food, music and dancing! 928-343-0066 AUG 23 FLAGSTAFF AZ Rough Riders Riordan Mansion State Historic Park - Living History Presentation 10a-4p. Brings Spanish/ American War era to life, authentic costumes of the famous Rough Riders, 100 yr old weapons. 928-779-4395 ONGOING-SEP 30 ST. JOHNS Petroglyph & Ruin Tours Lyman Lake State Park - Ranger-guided petroglyph & ruin tours, Saturdays & Sundays. Petrogylphs: 10a and Ruins: 2p. 928-337-4441

Arizona State Parks Arizona Fish and Game Dept. Bureau of Land Management Bureau of Indian Affairs National Park Service U.S. Fish and Wildlife Ecological Services Field Ofc. USDA Forest Service

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Phoenix Albuquerque NM

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NATIONAL MONUMENTS, PARKS, & HISTORIC SITES CENTRAL ARIZONA Casa Grande Ruins National Monument Tonto National Monument

Coolidge Roosevelt

520-723-3172 520-467-2241

Chinle Springerville Page Grand Canyon Ganado Camp Verde Tonalea Petrified Forest Fredonia Flagstaff Clarkdale Flagstaff Flagstaff

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Dos Cabezas, Willcox Bowie Ajo Tucson Tucson Tumacacori

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Superior Apache Junction Florence Picacho

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Wenden Parker Windsor Beach, Lake Havasu City Cattail Cove, Lake Havasu City Yuma

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Cottonwood Camp Verde Winslow Jerome St. Johns Sedona Flagstaff Sedona Payson

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Tucson Benson Patagonia Safford Tombstone Tubac

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Springerville Flagstaff Williams Prescott Phoenix

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NORTHERN ARIZONA Canyon De Chelly National Monument Casa Malpais Ruins - National Park Affiliate Glen Canyon National Recreation Area Grand Canyon National Park Hubbell Trading Post Historic Site Montezuma Castle National Monument Navajo National Monument Petrified Forest National Park Pipe Spring National Monument Sunset Crater Volcano National Monument Tuzigoot National Monument Walnut Canyon National Monument Wupatki National Monument

SOUTHERN ARIZONA Chiricahua National Monument Fort Bowie Historical Site Organ Pipe Cactus National Monument Saguaro National Park (TMD - West) Saguaro National Park (RMD - EAST) Tumacacori National Historical Park

STATE PARKS & HISTORIC PARKS CENTRAL ARIZONA Boyce Thompson Arboretum State Park Lost Dutchman State Park McFarland State Historic Park Picacho Peak State Park

COLORADO RIVER REGION Alamo Lake State Park Buckskin Mountain State Park Lake Havasu State Park Lake Havasu State Park Yuma Territorial Prison State Historic Park

NORTHERN ARIZONA Dead Horse Ranch State Park Fort Verde State Historic Park Homolovi Ruins State Park Jerome State Historic Park Lyman Lake State Park Red Rock State Park Riordan Mansion State Historic Park Slide Rock State Park Tonto Natural Bridge State Park

SOUTHERN ARIZONA Catalina State Park Kartchner Caverns State Park Patagonia Lake State Park Roper Lake State Park Tombstone Courthouse State Historic Park Tubac Presidio State Historic Park

NATIONAL FORESTS NORTHERN ARIZONA Apache/Sitgreaves National Forest Coconino National Forest Kaibab National Forest Prescott National Forest Tonto National Forest

SOUTHERN ARIZONA Coronado National Forest

WILDLIFE REFUGES Alchesay National Fish Hatchery Bill Williams National Wildlife Refuge Buenos Aires National Wildlife Refuge Cabeza Prieta National Wildlife Refuge Cibola National Wildlife Refuge Havasu National Wildlife Refuge Imperial National Wildlife Refuge Kofa National Wildlife Refuge San Bernardino National Wildlife Refuge Williams Creek National Fish Hatchery Willow Beach National Fish Hatchery

Parker Sasabe Ajo Cibola Needles, CA Yuma Yuma Douglas

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AZ - CENTRAL Apache Junction Apache Gardens Home Communities 1617 N. Ironwood Dr., 480-288-0311 www.sunhome.biz, info@sunhome.biz 105 spaces. Pets allowed. CATV Country Villa Home Community 2325 W. Virginia, 480-982-2521 www.sunhome.biz, info@sunhome.biz 70 spaces. Age restrictions, pets allowed. LP gas, showers, restrooms, laundry, rec hall, game room, handicap access, heated pool, horseshoe court. Melrose Home Community 355 N. Delaware Dr., 480-982-2521 www.sunhome.biz, info@sunhome.biz 25 spaces. Age restrictions, pets allowed. LP gas, handicap access, restrooms, showers, laundry, internet hook-up, game room, rec hall. Shady Rest Mobile Home Park 11435 E. Apache Trail, 480-986-6997 apolloproperties.com/shadyrest.html 24 sites. Clubhouse with full kitchen, stage and sound system. Cable TV, heated swimming pool. Library, billiard room, BBQ, shuffleboard, bingo, potluck dinners, horseshoes, dances, crafts, golf, computer services. Sundowner Home Community 105 N. Delaware Dr., 480-982-2521 www.sunhome.biz, info@sunhome.biz 114 spaces. Age restrictions, pets allowed. LP gas, showers, restrooms, laundry, handicap access, CATV, game room, rec hall, heated pool, horseshoe court. Weavers Needle Travel Trailer 250 S. Tomahawk Rd., 480-982-3683 www.apolloproperties.com/weavers 400 RV spaces. Age 55+, pets allowed. Cable TV, internet hook-up, LP Gas, restrooms, showers, laundry, dump station, handicap access, game room, rec. hall, heated pool plus spa, library, computer room, equipped exercise room, horseshoes, shuffleboard, golf. Wickiup Home Community 2015 E. Old West Hwy., 480-982-6604 www.sunhome.biz, info@sunhome.biz 111 spaces. Age restrictions, pets allowed. LP gas, handicap access, showers, restrooms, laundry, internet hook-up, game room, rec hall, shuffleboard. Casa Grande Casita Verde 2200 N. Trekell Rd., 520-836-9031 www.casitaverde.com casitaverde@cgmailbox.com 192 spaces. Pets allowed. Age restriction. CATV, LP gas, showers, handicapped accessible, dump station, internet hook up, restrooms, pool, game room, laundry and rec room.

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Fiesta Grande-An RV Resort 1511 E. Florence Blvd 520-836-7222, 888-934-3782 www.fiestagrandervresort.com fstacwbk@casagrande.com 767 sites. Age and pet restriction, no tents. Patios, full hookups, city water, modem hu/site. Restrooms, showers, laundry. Heated pool, spa, adults room, shuffleboard, horseshoes, security, public phone, rec hall, game room, planned activities. Chandler Wishing Well Mobile Home & RV Park 800 E. Chandler Blvd., 480-963-4252 www.apolloproperties.com pappas@apolloproperties.com Mesa Deserama Home Community 2434 E. Main St., 480-964-8850 www.sunhome.biz, info@sunhome.biz 140 spaces. Age restrictions. Showers, restrooms, laundry, handicap access, game room, rec hall, heated pool, hot tub, shuffleboard. Good Life RV Resort 3403 E. Main St., 480-832-4990 800-999-4990, www.goodliferv.com info@goodliferv.com 1163 RV sites, 55+, pet restrictions, 24 rental units, no tents, gravel, patios, full hookups, city water and sewage, cable TV available, restrooms, showers, public phone, laundry, security. 2 heated pools and spas, shuffleboard, horseshoes, putting green, tennis courts, rec hall, computer lab, health club, silversmith and ceramics, library, pool hall, weekly entertainment and dances. Post office on site. New Hope Home Community 5933 E. Main St., 480-830-1080 www.sunhome.biz, info@sunhome.biz 173 spaces. Age restrictions, pets allowed. LP gas, showers, restrooms, laundry, handicap access, game room, rec hall, heated pool, hot tub, shuffleboard, putt-putt golf. ViewPoint RV Resort & Country Club 8700 E. University Dr., 480-373-8704 www.viewpointrv.com info@viewpointrv.com 55+, Jct. of Hwy. 60 & Ellsworth St. (exit 191), N. 2.5 mi. on Ellsworth to University Dr., W. 0.5 mi. (R). No pets, 80 rental units, no tents. Available spaces: 450 gravel, patios, 14 pull-thrus, back-ins, big rig sites, 450 full hookups, city water, CATV. Restrooms/showers, security, public phone, laundry, food service. Pool, spa, rec hall, planned activities.

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A Real Deal in Tombstone Trail Riders Inn

One of Tombstone’s favorite lodging spots for many is the Trail Riders Inn. This quaint Inn is located at the corner of Fremont and 7th Streets and was once apartments for military personnel from historic Fort Huachuca. Today they offer 13 rooms and 10 mini RV spots for visitors, all at the most reasonable rates in town. Small groups can rent the entire motel while visiting for special events or for parties too. Trail Riders is a AAA approved facility and offers free coffee in the morning in the lobby, as well as color cable TV, phones, heat and air conditioning, and tub/shower combos in all their spacious clean rooms. There is no room number 13 officially, but instead the smallest room in the motel is room number 6 1/2. All rooms have queen size beds with a nice rustic southwest decor. There is a cute little gift shop in the lobby of the motel which has jewelry, old mining artifacts, photos, maps, brochures and film available to visitors. This is a quiet location with plenty of parking. There is a courtyard picnic and patio area

in the center of the complex, complete with a barbecue and surrounded by a lovely rose garden. Trail Riders is within walking distance (just two blocks) of Tombstone’s famous Allen Street, where a majority of shops, galleries and attractions can be easily accessed on foot. This is simply a great lodging to enjoy Tombstone from and their special economy rates make for a great way to both stay longer and enjoy more of the wonders of Tombstone and the surrounding areas. Bisbee is just 22 miles south and Ramsey Canyon Nature Preserve in Sierra Vista is only 25 miles from Tombstone. Both offer great adventures to suit those with multiple interests. With two major annual events coming up in August, Vigilante Days and Rendezvous of the Gunfighters, now is the time to call for reservations to stay and visit the real deal of the west, Tombstone. So check out their website at www.tombstone1880.com/trailriders/ or call today:

Phoenix Desert's Edge RV Village 22623 N. Black Canyon Hwy 602-789-6903, dakarderv@aol.com www.desertsedgerv.com 210 RV sites, full hook-ups (30/50 amps) No age restrictions! Pet restrictions, no tents, gravel, patios, city water, modem hu/office. Restrooms & showers, ATM, laundry, public phone, limited RV supplies, LP gas. Satellite TV, heated pool, spa, rec hall, game room, & planned activities.

El Centro Rio Bend RV & Golf Resort 1589 Drew Rd. 760-352-7061m 800-545-6481 www.westwindrvgolfresort.com info@westwindrvgolfresort.com 500 sites. Cable TV, cafe, country store, heated pool and spa, laundry room, shuffleboard, library, clubroom, billiards room, golf course and golf shop, horseshoes, lakes

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AZ - COLORADO RIVER REGION Blythe Rancho Ventana RV Resort 4410 N. Arrowhead Blvd. 760-921-3600 ranchoventanarv@i10net.com Country club living at a fraction of the price! Located on 18 hole golf course, gated community. 212 sites, 50AMP, sewer, water, cable TV, internet hookup, natural gas, telephone. Laundry, restroom, showers, clubhouse with kitchen, heated pool, jacuzzi, pool table, ping-pong, horseshoes, golf tournaments. Age restricted, open October April.

APACHE GARDENS 1617 N. Ironwood Dr., Apache Junction Pets Allowed! Off US 60 • 480-288-0311

NEW HOPE COMMUNITY 5933 E. Main St., Mesa Heated Pool, Hot Tub, Shuffleboard, and Putt Putt Golf! Higley Exit Off US 60 • 480-830-1080

NO RIG TOO BIG! • Near Kartchner Caverns • Birdwatcher’s Paradise • All Amenities • Large Recreation Building with Pool & Spa VALLEY FOLKS COME AND ENJOY THE PLEASANT SUMMER AT 4000FT!

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Lake Havasu City Havasu RV Resort 1905 Victoria Farms Rd. 928-764-2020, 877-407-2020 www.havasurvresort.com sales@havasurvresort.com NEW!! Opening October 2003. Views of lake and mountains. 169 oversized lots for purchase or rent. Clubhouse with many amenities and large covered patio adjacent to game area. Heated pool and jacuzzi overlook the 9 hole putting green with water feature.100 amps, big rig sites, internet hookups, and pet friendly. Our city caters to our RV visitors. Many activities including a new senior center are in town. Yuma Cactus Gardens RV Park 10657 S Avenue 9 E, 520-342-9188 480 space park, shopping within 5 min, heated pool & jacuzzi, activities galore and great staff. Yuma Foothills. Capri Mobile Park 3380 S. 4th Ave., 928-726-0959 www.caprirv.com caprirv@digitaldune.net 203 RV spaces. cable TV, phones, sewer & water, outdoor swimming pool & spa, showers, club house with kitchen for planned entertainment, lighted shuffleboard courts, horseshoe pits, card room, Pick up your copy of Az Tourist News at participating Village Inn Restaurants

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Casa Grande - I-10 exit 200 Petro Truck Stop 5235 N. Sunland Gin Rd., 520-836-3983 Iron Skillet Restaurant, deli with premium coffee. ATM/Check Cashing, 14 showers, travel and convenience store, mail services, internet kiosks, arcade, movie theater, laundry room, lighted parking, phones. Eloy - I-10 exit 203 Travel America Travel Center 2949 S. Toltec Rd., 520-466-7363 Country Pride Restaurant, Taco Bell, A & W. Parking, showers, RV dump, laundry room, travel store, driver’s lounge. Gila Bend - I-8 & Hwy 80 exit 115 Love’s Travel Stop #296 928-683-2210 Taco Bell. Parking, showers, RV dump, ATM, phone banks, calling cards, mail services, driver rest area, trucking supplies, convenience store. Phoenix - I-10 exit 137 Flying J Travel Plaza 6700 W. Letham, 480-963-1118 The Country Market, Pepperoni’s, Magic Dragon. ATM and phone room. Tonopah - I-10 exit 103 Rip Griffin Travel Center 1010 N. 339th Ave., 623-386-6443 Country Fare Restaurant, Subway, Pizza Hut. Parking, showers, travel store, phones, lounge, game room, laundry.

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Del Pueblo RV Park & Tennis Resort 14794 Avenue 3E, 928-317-1979 www.delpueblorv.com info@delpueblorv.com Yuma's newest RV Resort! Lighted tennis court, volleyball court, horseshoes, putting green and shuffleboard, heated lap pool and jacuzzis, professional billiard tables, beauty shop. 480 spaces. Desert Paradise RV Resort 10537 S. Ave. 9E, 928-342-9313 www.desertparadiserv.com desert@digitaldune.net 260 spaces with full hookups. Heated pool and spa, BBQ, picnic area, paved roads, pets ok, big screen TV, email, rec hall, full kitchen, restrooms & showers, laundry, phone hookups, propane delivery, shuffleboard, horseshoes, card games, billiards, dances, bingo, crafts, potlucks, entertainment. Mesa Verde RV Park 3649 S 4th Ave, 520-726-5814 262 sites, laundry, restrooms, showers, 2 swimming pools and jacuzzis, 6 shuffleboard court, rec hall, numerous varied, activities Suni Sands RV Resort 1960 E 32nd St., 928-726-5941 www.sunisandsrv.com suni@digitaldune.net 320 RV spaces. Large clubhouse, swimming pool and therapy spa, activity and computer center, shuffleboard, horseshoes, golf practice cage. Box 801 S. Frontage, 928-923-9600 The Cookery Restaurant. ATM and phone rooms. Kingman - I-40 exit 53 Flying J Travel Plaza 3300 E. Andy Devine Ave., 928-757-7300 The Cookery Restaurant. ATM and phone rooms. Petro Truck Stop - I-40 exit 66 Blake Ranch Road, 928-757-2799 Iron Skillet Restaurant, deli with premium coffee, Pizza Hut Express, Baskin Robbins. travel/convenience store, filling station, ATM/check cashing, showers, video game arcade, movie theater, laundry room, AT&T/SmartStop phones, mailing services, internet kiosks, lighted parking

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Westwind RV and Golf Resort 9797 E.S. Frontage Rd. 928-342-2992, 866-440-2992 www.westwindrvgolfresort.com info@westwindrvgolfresort.com Laundry, showers, restrooms, 3 par 9 hole golf course, pro shop, activity office, library, email station, craft room, billiard room, lounge, ballroom, fitness center, shuffleboard court, volleyball court, cafe. AZ - NORTH Camp Verde Distant Drums RV Resort 583 W. Middle Verde Rd. 928-554-0444, garyd@commspeed.net 158 sites. Full hookups, cable TV. On site convenience store, RV supplies, LP gas, pool & jacuzzi, event center, exercise room, game room, private showers & restrooms. Opens summer 2003 Zane Grey RV Park 4500 E. Highway 260 928-567-4320, 800-235-0608 www.zanegreyrvpark.com info@zanegreyrvpark.com From I-17 (exit 287) east on Hwy. 260 9 miles. Entrance on left after bridge. Extra large, level, shaded pull thrus and back ins; big rig sites; meticulously clean, well landscaped Full hook ups 20-30-50-amp, new laundry, spa, showers, restrooms, modem friendly, LP gas, on running creek YOU WILL NOT BE DISAPPOINTED! Flagstaff Black Barts 2760 E Butler Ave, 928-774-1912 www.blackbartssteakhouse.com blackbarts@safeaccess.com 174 RV spaces w/full hook-ups. Pull through sites. Pets ok, no age restrictions. Restrooms, showers, dump station, laundry rm. Internet, steakhouse, market, general& antique store on premises. RV supplies. Credit cards ok.

Quartzsite - I-10 exit 17 Pilot Travel Center #328 928-927-7777 Parking, showers, ATM, public laundry, convenience store.

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Winslow - I-40 exit 255 Flying J Travel Plaza 400 Transcon Lane, 928-289-2081 Country Market Restaurant. ATM, phone rooms.

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Rio Rico - I-19 exit 12 Pilot Travel Center #279 520-377-0001 Parking, showers, ATM, public laundry, convenience store. Willcox - 1-10 exit 340 Rip Griffin Travel Center 1501 Fort Grant Rd., 520-384-5311 Arizona Taco, Country Fare, Subway. Store, lounge, laundry, phones, showers, parking.

Ehrenberg - I-10 exit 1 Flying J Travel Plaza

WESTWIND RV & GOLF RESORT 9797 E. Frontage Rd., Yuma Az 85365 928-342-2992 • Toll Free: 1-866-440-2992 Visit our website at: www.westwindrvgolfresort.com Par 3 executive 9 hole golf course Call for tee times: 928-342-4535

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Show Low Venture In RV Resort 270 N. Clark Rd., 928-537-4443 www.ventureinrv.com rvresort@wmonline.com Billiard room, shuffleboard courts, therapy pool/jacuzzi, craft room, large rec (and Bingo) hall, beautiful outdoor park and play area, computer room. Waltners RV Resort 4800 S. 28th St., 928-537-4611 apolloproperties.com/waltners.htm 146 RV sites with full hookups. 30 amps. Laundry facilities, showers, restrooms, cable TV available, BBQ, rec hall, card games, Bingo, pool tables, ping pong, craft, library, golfing programs, horseshoes, hiking and fishing. Winslow Meteor Crater RV Park I-40 Exit 233, 35 mi. east of Flagstaff 928-289-5898, 800-478-4002 www.meteorcrater.com info@meteorcrater.com 71 gravel sites, 71 pull-thrus (30x60), big rig sites, tent sites, modem hu/office, restrooms, showers, clean-out station, security, public phone, laundry, limited groceries, limited RV supplies, rec hall, playground. AZ - SOUTH Clifton Clifton RV Park 210 N. Coronado Blvd. 928-865-4146 www.townofclifton.com tocgov@aznex.net New! 55 paved spaces with BBQs, tables, electric and water, dump station, showers, restrooms, landscaped, pets ok. Located on the banks of the San Francisco River in the historic mining town of Clifton and the south end of the Coronado Trail. Mild year round climate. Quiet setting. Huachuca City Tombstone Territories RV Park 2111 E. Highway 82 520-457-2584, 877 316-6714 www.tombstoneterritories.com info@tombstoneterritories.com 102 HUGE pull-through lots with full hook-ups. We love pets! Large rec room with kitchen, table tennis, shuffleboard, billiards, darts and more! Pool, spa, and BBQ. Miles of hiking / riding / biking trails. Good Sam, Passport America, Happy Camper members welcome. Very competitive rates. Top Rally Site. 102 (40’ x 80’) sites with FHU w/cable-20/30/50AMPS. 2 laundry rooms, showers, modem friendly, propane, and many more amenities. Wonderful views, See our Ad in this issue.

RIO BEND RV & GOLF RESORT 1589 Drew Rd., El Centro, CA 92243 760-352-7061 • Toll Free: 1-800-545-6481 Visit or website at: www.riobendrvgolfresort.com Executive 9 hole golf course. Slope rating of 102 Call for tee times: 760-352-6638

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Tombstone Trail Riders Motel & RV Park 13 N. 7th St. 520-457-3573, 800-574-0417 www.tombstone1880.com/trailriders/ trailriders@tombstone1880.com Motel Mini RV park, 10 spaces available, free morning coffee, CATV, large clean rooms, phones. Tucson Cactus Gardens Home Community 2333 W. Irvington Pl., 520-883-4771 www.sunhome.biz, info@sunhome.biz 75 spaces. Pets allowed. Laundry, CATV, beautiful mountain setting. Parklane Mobile Estates 5255 S. Park. Ave., 520-889-5101 apolloproperties.com/parklane.htm Clubhouse, fully-equipped kitchen, lounge & fireplace, billiards, shuffleboard, heated pool, jacuzzi, modern laundry facility, playground. Voyager RV Resort 8701 S. Kolb Rd., 520-574-5000 800-424-9191 www.VoyagerRV.com info@voyagerrv.com From Jct. of I-10 and Kolb Rd. (Exit 270), S. 0.5 mi. on Kolb Rd. (L). 1,576 full hookup sites with patios, includes back-ins, big rig sites, and 100 foot pull thrus, modern hu/site. Telephones available at sites. Restrooms and showers, dump, security, public phone, laundry, groceries, RV supplies, food service. Heated pools, spa, rec hall, activities, 9hole golf course, tennis & shuffleboard courts, 36 room Inn, Day Spa, Massage Center, and planned activities.

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CALIFORNIA Cathedral City Desert Shadows RV Resort 69801 Ramon Rd. 760-321-7676, 800-235-2488 400 sites. Full hookup sites. Max 45'. AMP:50 Large, *over 55* resort with 2 clubhouses, 6 pools, 5 spas and 3 saunas. Gym, shuffleboard, billiards, putting green, lighted tennis, horseshoes. Dance studio, library, card room, gas BBQ picnic area. Min. 20 ft RVs no tents. Golf, shop and restaurants nearby. Reservations required. Pets allowed with restrictions. Indio Outdoor Resorts Motorcoach Resort & Spa 80-394 Avenue 48 760-775-7255, 800-371-9988 www.outdoor-resorts-indio.com indiohoa@gte.net 416 full hookup sites. Max. 90'. AMP:50 Approximately 100 miles from LA, Newport Beach or San Diego. Luxury Resort. Amenities include 2 lighted tennis courts, whirlpools, pools, ballroom, saunas, planned activities and 18 hole golf course, laundry, rec hall. Niland Fountain of Youth Spa 10249 Coachella Canal Rd. 888-800-0772, www.foyspa.com ftnyouth@aol.com 1000 sites, 835 are full hookups. Max. 70' AMP:50. Rejuvenating oasis overlooking Salton Sea. Best winter weather, natural artesian mineral water and steam rooms, 4 hydrojet pools and 2 swimming pools. 4 rec. halls, beauty and barber shops, massage therapist. Many activities, church services. RV storage. Snack shop and convenience store.

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Cortez McPhee Campground State Hwy. 184 970-882-2294 76 sites located on McPhee lake. Large sites for RV camping, some with full service hookups. Group sites available. All sites have picnic table and fire grates. 11 miles NE of Cortez of State Hwy. 184. 7,100 feet elevation.

Silverton Silver Summit RV Park & Jeep Rentals PO Box 656, 970-387-0240, 800-352-1637 www.silverton.org/silversummit slvrsmmt@frontier.net Open May 15 to October 15. No age restrictions, pets allowed. 39 RV sites, hot tub, each site has grassy area, within walking distance of town, jeep rentals on site, laundry, showers, limited groceries. NEW MEXICO

Dolores Dolores River RV Park and Cabins 18680 Hwy. 145 970-882-7761, 800-200-2399 www.doloresriverrv.com dolorivrv@fone.net 81 sites. 12 cabins. Experience the beauty and serenity of the Dolores River and the quaintness of the Dolores River Valley. Only minutes from Telluride, Mesa Verde and Durango. On the river, also has fishing ponds, horseshoe pits, large rec hall, kitchen, family reunions welcome. Cable TV, private internet hook-up, laundry, pets allowed on leash. Credit cards accepted.

Albuquerque Albuquerque Central KOA 12400 Skyline Rd 505-275-3550, 800-562-7781 albuquerque@koa.net Gateway to the Southwest. Enjoy majestic view of Sandia Mountains from your site. Kamping Kabins, Cruise America RV rentals, heated swimming pool (seasonal), indoor hot tub, Kamping Kitchen and Tent Village. Near historic Old Town. Can accommodate most sizes of RV groups. Ask about group rates and packages. Higher rates during Balloon Fiesta.

Durango Haviland Lake Campground Hwy. 550, 970-259-2978 45 sites, some with water and electric. All sites have picnic tables and fire grates. Large sites for RV camping. 15 miles north of Durango. 8,100 feet elevation.

Carlsbad Carlsbad KOA 2 Manthei Road 505-457-2000, 877-457-2002 www.carlsbadrv.com carlsbadkoa@pvtn.net 100 sites on 22 acres. Full hookups. Hot tub, playground, live bait and fishing supplies, restrooms, laundry, clubhouse.

Junction Creek Campground Hwy 550 via 25th St., 970-375-0385 34 sites. 3 miles west of Durango, elevation 7,300 feet. All sites have picnic tables, fire grates, and access to water. Some RV size sites.

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Las Cruces RV Docks Park 1475 Avenida de Mesilla 888-278-3627, rvdocks@zianet.com 60 sites. Full hookups. Service center, cable TV, laundry, showers, hot tub, rec hall.

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Santa Fe The Trailer Ranch RV Park 3471 Cerrillos Rd., 505-471-9970 www.trailerranch.com trailerranch@aol.com Located in the heart of Santa Fe, NM. Full RV hookups, clean restrooms and showers, a laundry facility, an activity center, library, cable TV and city bus services to nearby plaza and shopping. A seasonal pool is also available. Silver City Silver City KOA 11824 Hwy 180 E 505-388-3351, 800-562-7623 www.koa.com/where/nm/311124.htm silvercitynm@mykoa.com 73 spaces; 10 full hook up; no age restrictions; pets welcome; heated pool, playground, 5 camping cabins, clubhouse, restrooms, showers, group area, gift shop, groceries, propane, cafe inseason/Memorial-Labor Day; BBQ Sat night, Breakfast Sat/Sun; Silver City's only Full Service RV Park UTAH Bluff Cottonwood RV Park PO Box 6, 435-672-2287 www.bluff-utah.org 30 sites. Full hookups. Restrooms, showers, laundry, playground, basketball, picnic tables & grills at every site.

Mobile Home and RV Communities CHANDLER Wishing Well Mobile Home & RV Park 800 E. Chandler Blvd. Chandler, Az 85225

(480) 963-4252 www.apolloproperties.com

MESA/APACHE JUNCTION Shady Rest Mobile Home & RV Park 11435 E. Apache Trail Apache Junction, Az 85220

(480) 986-6997 www.apolloproperties.com/shadyrest.htm

SHOW LOW Waltners RV Resort 4800 S. 28th St. Show Low, Az 85901

(928) 537-4611 www.apolloproperties.com/waltners.htm

TUCSON Parklane Estates 5255 S. Park Ave. Tucson, Az 84706

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Bryce Ruby's RV & Campground PO Box 22, 435-834-5301 866-866-6616, www.rubysinn.com bob@rubysinn.com 127 sites. Tipi and cabin rentals, dump station, propane, showers, laundry, swimming pool, spa and hot tub, restaurant adjacent. Shuttle to Bryce canyon. Chuckwagon dinner ride & music show. Halls Crossing Halls Crossing Resort and Marina Hwy. 276, 435-684-7000 www.lakepowell.com evans-daryll@aramark.com 32 sites. Full hookups. Cabin rentals, restrooms, showers, laundry. Full service marina. Boat and jet ski rentals

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Moab Archview Campground Hwy 191 at 313 435-259-7854, 800-813-6622 www.archviewresort.com camp@archviewresort.com 49 sites. Cabins. Laundry, restrooms, swimming pool, store on site.

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Free Camping & RV Resources • Near Canyon de Chelly National Monument is Cottonwood Campground, just 1/2 mile south of the Visitor Center. There are 104 RV and tent sites available on a first come, first served basis. Facilities are open from April to October and there are flush toilets, picnic tables and drinking water available. No fee required to stay here. Adjacent to the Thunderbird Lodge on the North Kaibab Trail. Chinle, Arizona • Unless posted, many Wal-Mart stores allow RVers to spend the night for free in their parking lot. Please look for signs indicating otherwise. • Sedona/Cottonwood Area - There is government land located between Sedona and Cottonwood that permit up to two weeks for RVers and campers to stay in the middle of desert range land with the occasional cattle herds crossing. Dump stations and groceries are available in nearby Cottonwood.

• Globe - Apache Gold Casino, 7 1/2 miles east of Globe on Highway 70 permits free overnight parking in the parking lot. The RV Park charges a fee; there is a dump station available there.

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• Kayenta - Free camping is available at Navajo National Monument, located only 30 miles from Kayenta. The primitive campsite has 30 paved sites to accommodate RVs up to 25 feet. Facilities are limited but offer a bathroom and drinking water.

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APACHE JUNCTION Gold Canyon RV and Golf 7151 E. US Highway 60 877-465-3226 Electric, water and sewer hookups, laundry, snack bar, pets OK, CATV, LP gas, instant phone hook-up, internet, game room, recreation hall, swimming.

BENSON Cochise Terrace RV Resort 1030 S. Barrel Cactus Ridge, 800-495-9005 520-586-0600 www.cochise-terrace.com.

CASA GRANDE Campground Buena Tierra 1995 South Cox Road, 888-520-8360 E-bnd: Jct of I-10 & SR-84 (exit 198), continue on exit ramp to Cox Rd, S 0.5 mi; W-bnd: Jct of I-10 & I-8, W on I-10 to exit 198, W 500í to Cox Rd, S 0.5 mi. 100 gravel, 51 pull-thru, big rig & tent.

FLAGSTAFF Black Barts RV Park 2760 E Butler Ave, 928-774-1912

MESA Fiesta RV Resort 3811 E. University Dr., 480-832-6490 877-506-0071 336 full hookups, 23 pull-throughs, Cable TV, restrooms, showers, laundry, recreational facilities, library, shuffleboard, horseshoes, billiards, driving cage, ceramics, heated pool & spa, and golf nearby.

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HON-DAH Hon-Dah RV Park 1 Highway 73, 928-369-7400, www.hon-dah.com 198 spaces, no age restrictions, pets allowed, satellite TV, LP gas, showers, handicap access, dump station, internet hook-up, restrooms, laundry, recreational hall. Adjacent to Hon-Dah Resort Casino featuring 500 slots, poker, great food, and live entertainment.

LAKE HAVASU Havasu Landing RV Park & Campground 760-858-4593, www.havasulanding.com Full hook-ups, laundry, showers, deli, security, boat launch, swin beach.

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50202 Ehrenberg-Parker Highway 928-923-7483, 866-226-4641 www.riverbreezerv.com Rrec room, handicapped access, pool, spa, restrooms, showers, full hookups, cable. Open year round.

TOMBSTONE Tombstone Territories RV Park 2111 E. Highway 82, 520-457-2584 Trail Riders Motel & RV Park 13 N. 7th St., 800-574-0417 Motel Mini RV park, 10 spaces available, free morning coffee, Color Cable TV, large clean rooms, phones.

TUCSON Voyager R.V. Resort 8701 S. Kolb Rd., 800-424-9191

YUMA Westwind RV 9797 E.S. Frontage Rd. • 866-440-2992 www.westwindrvgolfresort.com

WINSLOW Meteor Crater RV Park I-40 Exit 233, 35mi east of Flagstaff. 928-289-5898, 800-478-4002 www.meteorcrater.com 71 gravel sites, 71 pull-thrus (30x60), big rig sites, tent sites, modem hu/office, restrooms, showers, clean-out station, security, phone, laundry, limited groceries, limited RV supplies, rec hall, playground.

Clifton RV Park 210 N. Coronado Blvd., 928-865-4146 www.cliftonrvpark.com Camping and RV spaces, pull thrus, dump station, showers.

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Az Visitors Centers

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❏ Apache Junction C of C 112 E. 2nd Ave Apache Jnct 85219 800-252-3141 Fax: 480-982-3234

❏ Ajo District C of C 321 Taladro St. Ajo 85321 520-387-7742 Fax: 520-387-3641

❏ Arizona Chamber Execs. 3348 N. Chestnut Mesa 85213 480-890-7259 Fax: 480-890-3042

❏ Benson/San Pedro C of C 249 E. 4th St, Box 2255 Benson 85602 520-586-2842 Fax: 520-586-7477

❏ Black Canyon City C of C P.O. Box 1919 Black Canyon City 85324 623-374-0038 Fax: 623-374-9797

❏ Bisbee C of C & Vst. Ctr. 31 Subway St., P.O. Box BA, Bisbee, Az 85603 866-224-7233 Fax: 520-432-3308

❏ Buckeye Valley C of C P.O. Box 717 Buckeye 85326 623-386-2727 Fax: 623-386-7527

❏ Douglas C of C 341 10th Street Douglas 85607 520-364-2477

❏ Carefree/Cave Creek Chamber of Commerce P.O. Box 734 Carefree 85377 480-488-3381 ❏ Coolidge C of C 320 W. Central Ave. Coolidge 85228 520-723-3009 Fax: 520-723-9410 ❏ Eloy C of C 305 N. Stuart Blvd. Eloy, 85231 520-466-3411 Fountain Hills C of C 16837 E. Palisades Blvd Fountain Hills 85269 480-837-1654

❏ Douglas Visitors Center 1125 Pan Am Ave. Douglas 85607 520-364-2478 888-315-9999 ❏ Graham County C of C 1111 Thatcher Blvd. Safford 85546 888-837-1841 Fax: 928-428-0744 ❏ Greenlee County C of C P.O. Box 1237 Clifton, Az 85533 928-865-3313 ❏ Green Valley C of C 270 W. Continental Rd. Green Valley 85614 520-625-7575

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❏ Golden Valley C of C 5505 Hwy 68 Kingman, 86411 928-565-3311

❏ Lake Havasu City C of C 314 London Bridge Rd Lake Havasu City 86403 928-855-4115 Fax: 928-680-0010 Lake Havasu Tourism Bureau 314 London Bridge Rd Lake Havasu City 86403 800-242-8278 Fax: 928-453-3344 McMullen Valley C of C P.O. Box 477 Salome 85348 928-859-3846 Fax: 928-859-3726 Quartzsite C of C 1495 Main Event Lane Quartzsite 85346 928-927-5600 Fax: 928-927-7438 ❏ Yuma CVB 373 S. Main St. Yuma 85364 800-293-0071 Fax: 928-783-1897

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❏ Chino Valley C of C 864 N. Hwy 89 Chino Valley 86323 800-721-7415 Fax: 928-636-4112

❏ Cottonwood C of C 1010 S. Main Street Cottonwood 86326 928-634-7593x2809 Fax: 928-634-7594

❏ Greater Florence C of C 291 N Bailey Street Florence 85232 800-437-9433 Fax: 520-868-5797

❏ MTCVB - Tucson 100 S. Church Ave Tucson, 85701 800-638-8350

Flagstaff CVB 211 W. Aspen Ave. Flagstaff 86001 928-779-7611

❏ Nogales/Santa Cruz Chamber of Commerce 123 W. Kino Park Nogales 85621 520-287-3685

Fort Apache Tourism P.O. Box 710 Fort Apache 85926 928-338-1230

Hualapai Office of Tourism 3550 N. Central Ave. Phoenix 85012 602-277-7225 Fax: 602-277-4921 Mesa CVB 120 N. Center Box 5529 Mesa 85201 800-283-6372 Fax: 602-827-0727 Peoria C of C 8355 W. Peoria, Peoria 85380 800-580-2645 Fax: 623-486-4729 ❏ Pinal County Visitor Cntr. 330 E. Butte Florence 85232 888-469-0175 Fax: 520-868-1099 ❏ Southwest Valley C of C 289 N. Litchfield Rd. Goodyear, Az 85338 623-932-2260 Fax: 623-932-9057 ❏ Sunland Visitor Center P.O. Box 300, Az City 85223 520-466-3007 Fax: 520-466-5048 ❏ Superior C of C 350 Main St, Superior 85273 520-689-0200 Fax: 520-689-0200 Tempe C of C 909 E Apache Blvd. Tempe 85281 480-967-7891 Fax: 480-966-5365 Tempe CVB 51 W. 3rd St. Ste. 105 Tempe 85281 480-894-8158 Fax: 480-968-8004 ❏ Wickenburg C of C 216 N Frontier Street Wickenburg 85390 928-684-5479 Fax: 928-684-5470

❏ Sierra Vista CVB 21 E. Willcox Sierra Vista 85635 800-288-3861 Fax: 520-417-6962 ❏ Tombstone C of C Box 995 Tombstone 85638 888-457-3929 Fax: 520-457-2458 Tombstone Office of Tourism Tombstone 85638 800-457-3423 Fax: 520-457-3189 ❏Tombstone Visitors Bureau P.O. Box 280 Tombstone 85638 520-457-3929

❏ Page/Lake Powell C of C 644 N. Navajo, Ste. C Page 86040 928-645-2741 Fax: 928-645-3181 ❏ Pinetop-Lakeside C of C 102-C W. White Mountain Blvd. Pinetop 85929 800-573-4031 Prescott Tourist Information 117 W. Goodwin Prescott 86303, 800-266-7534 Rim Country C of C 100 W. Main St. Payson 85541 800-672-9766

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