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Contents
Publisher Shelly Spence
Editor/contributing writer Jenn Korducki Krenn
Contributing writers Donna Kublin Amanda Christmann Larson Tom Scanlon Monica Longenbaker Rebecca Zaner Barb Evans Lara Piu Stephanie Maher Palenque Paula Theotocatos Lauren Strait Peni Long Suzanne Wright Nigel Spence
Photographers Bryan Black Loralei Lazurek Keri Meyers Mike Harvey Michele Celentano Karen Hamilton Monica Longenbaker
Graphic artist Sam Paul
Advertising Consultant Brian Bluvas
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Let’s not beat around the bush — August in Arizona is hot. Very hot. Even if you subscribe to the idea that a dry heat is more comfortable than the sticky, humidity-filled summers found in other parts of the country, there is no doubt that when the temperature gauge reads into the triple digits, you’re feeling the burn. Despite the tendency to want to hibernate indoors all season long, we’ve managed to find evidence that alfresco fun and activity is alive and well in the Valley during the doggiest of dog days. In fact, we’ve dedicated an entire section of this issue to livening up your outdoor living spaces with unique and interesting decorative pieces from some of our favorite local businesses (“Outdoor Living 365,” pg. 24). And our cover story this month highlights
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the exciting improvements being made to the Carefree Desert Gardens, an open-air haven that attracts residents and visitors year-round (“Carefree Brings Desert Gardens to Life,” pg. 44). So pour yourself a glass of lemonade, refill your water bottle and enjoy the latest from Images Arizona while breathing in the (scorching) summertime air. Cheers!
Sustainable Roadtrip
Step Back in Time
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Bartlett Lake Right in Your Backyard
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Meet the
Michael & Victoria If you know a family you would like to
Satranfamily
Writer Stephanie Maher Palenque Photographer Loralei Lazurek
Entrepreneurs have long lived by the motto, “See a need, fill a need!” The Satrans took this concept and turned it into a family business: Doughlicious. Victoria Satran, who was born in Hungary, first visited Arizona as an exchange student during her senior year of high school — and decided to stay. She met her husband-to-be, Michael, an Arizona native, through her host family in Sedona.
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Before getting married, Victoria earned her bachelor’s degree in business administration and
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international marketing from Northern Arizona University
“As parents, we always think of ways to make our children
(NAU). She continued her education at Thunderbird School
better and often we forget how they have actually made
of Global Management. Michael also studied at NAU and
us better and will continue to do so,” Victoria shares.
holds a real estate salesperson license.
“Children think so innocently and they always live in the moment.”
The Satrans have two young daughters, Isabella (Bella), who is 7 years old and attends Desert Sun Academy, and
Victoria is currently vice president of marketing at
Vivienne (Vivi), who is 19 months old. Both girls love to
Computer Guidance Corporation (CGC), a small, privately
dance; Bella has been with Centre Stage Dance Studio in
held software firm in Arizona. CGC develops and provides
Scottsdale since she was 3 years old and competed with
construction enterprise resource planning software to mid-
the studio for the first time this past season. Vivi plans to
to-large-sized contractors in North America. She enjoys her
follow in her older sister’s footsteps by joining the dance
position and the team she works with.
studio in August, where she will be one of their youngest dancers.
Together, Victoria and Michael own a small business called Doughlicious, a mobile food trailer with a built-in wood-
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fired pizza oven. They offer a variety of specialties, including grilled items, fried foods, sandwiches, desserts and more. The Satrans have extensive food and beverage experience, having both worked at fine restaurants and upscale resorts in Sedona while Victoria went to school. They came up with the concept for Doughlicious after attending many of their daughter’s dance events and seeing the concession stand choices. The Satrans realized there was a need for good, fresh food geared toward children and families that is easily portable at events across Arizona, and so Doughlicious was born. The business focuses on serving special events. “Our strong desire to have our own small business coupled with my love for coordinating and managing events and Mike’s love for cooking created Doughlicious,” says Victoria. She adds that their customers’ favorite dishes include margarita pizza, pepperoni pizza and barbecue pulled pork pizza with jalepenos. Non-pizza favorites that customers might see on their menu include pulled pork sandwiches, Italian sandwiches, funnel cakes and Chicago-style bratwursts with sauerkraut and onions. They are constantly working on creating new menu items and have a few unique items that they will unveil next season. Successful entrepreneurs are always thinking ahead and making both short- and long-term plans for the future. The Satrans are no exception. Michael envisions that the business will continue to grow to where they will have several different concession setups and food trucks so they can August 2015
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serve multiple events at the same time.
The Satrans make excellent use of their outdoor time; Michael enjoys fishing, hunting and hiking. The family also
“For the long-term, we would also like to open up a small
loves to travel, and some of their favorite places are
cafe to serve as our home base,” says Michael.
Jackson Hole, Wyoming and the Yellowstone and Grand Teton National Parks in Montana. They also dream of
Until 2005, the Satrans lived in the West Valley. But their
visiting many places in Europe as a family someday.
love for all that desert life has to offer ultimately led them to settle in Rio Verde.
The blessings and opportunities of life in the United States are not lost on the Satrans, especially Victoria.
“We fell in love with the views and the lifestyle,” says Victoria. “We enjoy the open space, clean air and no city
“Our philosophy is simple,” she shares. “Do good, be kind
lights. We have both traveled the United States visiting
and live life to the fullest always and no matter what. Life
many places and we still feel that Arizona is one of the
is a gift!”
most beautiful states with the most to offer. Arizona is now home for both of us.”
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community arts // Culture // announcements Writer Barb Evans
August 8 Flamenco and Fashion Enjoy an evening of flamenco and fashion with this event supporting the El Samaritano Equestrian Center and featuring a special appearance by Inspiration Flamenca and fashions sported by Daisy Blue, Pretty Please, Kimes Ranch jeans, Four Peaks Amethyst, The Beauty Bar and more. 6:15-10 p.m. $25 per adult; children under 12 free. El Samaritano Equestrian Center, 28345 N. 84th St., facebook.com/ elsamaritanoequestriancenter, 206-604-3034.
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August 11, 17 ProMusica Arizona Chorale and Orchestra Auditions All are welcome to audition for ProMusica Arizona’s 2015-16 concert season. Vocalists should be able to read music and have experience in choral singing. Instrumentalists need to have an intermediate or advanced skill level. Contact artistic director Adam Stich for an appointment at astich@pmaz.org. 7-9 p.m. Crosswinds Presbyterian Church, 20125 N. 15th Ave., pmaz.org, 623-326-5172.
August 15 Jubilate Violin Orchestra and Chorus Class Registration Register for free children’s violin and choir classes offered by Jubilate Violin Orchestra, which meet Saturdays from August 22 to December 5 and are taught by Laya Field, a classically trained violinist and opera singer. Classes are for beginning level violinists and singers at all levels. 9 a.m. Free. Christ Anglican Church, Dorothy McGinnis Hall, 35500 N. Cave Creek Rd., 480-993-6147 or 623-628-9709. August 2015
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August 15, 16
Wonderland and learn about
Musical Icon: Elvis
ways they can receive
In honor of Elvis Week, join
discounts throughout the
the Musical Instrument Museum
facility with this open house
for a celebration of the life of
that also features butterfly-
“the King of Rock and Roll”
and rainforest-themed craft
with gallery talks, hands-on
ideas from Lakeshore Learning
activities, a viewing of the
Store. 5-7:30 p.m. Butterfly
classic film “Jailhouse Rock” and more. 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Included with paid museum admission. Musical Instrument Museum, 4725 E. Mayo Blvd., mim.org, 480-478-6000.
August 18 Writing the Contemporary Novel Workshop Learn the ins and outs of writing a contemporary novel from this workshop hosted by Betty Webb, acclaimed author of 13 mystery and suspense novels. Call to register. 10-11:30 a.m. Free. Desert Foothills Library, 38443 N. Schoolhouse Rd., dfla.org, 480-488-2286.
Wonderland, 9500 E. Via de
August 16 Meet the Author: Shona Patel Listen to author Shona Patel read from her books “Teatime for the Firefly” and “Flame Tree Road” while enjoying authentic English tea and scones. Reservations required. 3-5 p.m. $30. English Rose Tea Room, 201 Easy St., Ste. 103, carefreetea.com, 480-488-4812.
August 20 Harold’s Gong Show Entertainers young and old are invited to impress a panel of five judges who have no problem expressing their displeasure and disqualifying acts with a bang on the gong. Features two separate shows for kids and adults, with prizes awarded for first, second and third place. Single acts: $10 entry fee; group acts:
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$20 entry fee. Reservations recommended. 6 p.m. Harold’s Cave Creek Corral, 6895 E. Cave Creek Rd., haroldscorral. com, 480-488-1906.
August 24th Butterfly Wonderland Teachers’ Open House Teachers can experience firsthand the fun and educational opportunities available at Butterfly
Ventura, butterflywonderland. com, 480-800-3000.
August 29 Journey to Healing: Women’s Health Presenter Ben Ta’ati, CCH, RSHom, discusses women’s health issues such as hormonal imbalance, infertility, acne, premenstrual syndrome, menopause symptoms and endometriosis, and how homeopathy addresses the four dimensions of health: spirit, emotion, body and mind. Call to register. 2-3:30 p.m. Desert Foothills Library, 38443 N. Schoolhouse Rd., dfla.org, 480-488-2286.
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Donna Armstrong (jewelry), Lucy Dickens (oil), Mary Lynch (ceramic) and Peter Skidd (metal) will be featured on the directory’s cover, which can be purchased for $5 online. For more information, visit hiddeninthehills.org or call 480-575-6624.
The Gold Mine Thrift Shop Closed Aug. 5 thru Sept. 5
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The Gold Mine Thrift Shop, located at 6502 E. Cave Creek Rd. on the campus of Good Shepherd of the Hills Episcopal Church, will be closed to shoppers August 5 through September 5, however, donations will still be accepted Wednesday through Saturday, 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. The store will have a grand reopening September 9. The Gold Mine is one of the outreach ministries of the church and provides affordable shopping and recycling opportunities for the community. For more information, visit goodshepherdaz.org/gold-mine or call 480-488-3721.
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community calendar arts // Culture // announcements casitas. DiLeonardo, a fullservice interior architectural design firm headquartered in Providence, Rhode Island,
Cactus Shadows’ 2015 International Baccalaureate Class Receives 100 Percent Diploma Rate
is leading the project, which should be completed by December 2015.
Cactus Shadows High School’s international baccalaureate (IB) class of 2015 received a 100 percent IB diploma rate, surpassing the worldwide average IB diploma rate of approximately 75 percent. By offering rigorous academics and emphasizing a student’s personal development, the
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IB program aims to develop inquiring, knowledgeable and
Willy Porter in Concert
caring young people who are
Singer-songwriter Willy Porter delivers an electrifying guitar-driven
motivated to succeed. For
performance that contains equal parts grit, soul and muscle. 7:30 p.m.
more information about the IB
$27.50-$34.50. Musical Instrument Museum, 4725 E. Mayo Blvd.,
program at Cactus Shadows,
mim.org, 480-478-6000.
contact Pam Menton, IB
Dixie and Lisa, the boutique
coordinator, at 480-575-2453 or pmenton@ccusd93.org.
has become a destination
Foothills Animal Rescue Offers Resale Boutique
features new treasures daily
shopping experience that and is the shelter’s primary source of revenue. Donations
The Foothills Animal Rescue,
are accepted Monday through
located at 23030 N. Pima
Saturday, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.,
Rd., offers an on-site resale
with extended hours every
boutique that sells clothing,
Thursday until 7 p.m. The
furniture, housewares, accessories, jewelry and more. Under the creative leadership of co-managers
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boutique is open Monday through Saturday, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. For more information, visit
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Boulders Resort and Spa to Undergo Multi-Million Dollar Renovation A multi-million dollar renovation program has begun at the Boulders Resort and Spa, now part of Hilton Hotels’ Curio Collection, that will include updates to the property’s main lodge, bar lounge, Palo Verde restaurant, Latilla Ballroom and 160 guest
Cave Creek’s Tap Haus Transforming into the Roadhouse Renovations are underway to turn Cave Creek’s Tap Haus, located at 6900 E. Cave Creek Rd., into the Roadhouse, a new 8,000-square-foot restaurant dedicated to all things motorcycle. Owners Mark Bradshaw and Jim O’Toole will open the new venue in October, which will feature a motorcycle museum, retail shop and a second stage for bands. For more information, visit hideawayroadhouse.com.
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OSTEEN SCHATZBERG
DIGITAL HORSE SERVICES
Writer Lara Piu
Whether you prefer to patronize green businesses or are
Purists can request the Eco-Hideaway, a fully self-contained
simply up for a road trip, pack this list of sustainable stops
cabin not connected to utility lines. Electricity is generated
with you. According to the World Tourism Organization,
through solar- and wind-generating systems, rainwater is
destinations like these are managed for economic, social
collected and filtered for house use and heat is provided
and aesthetic needs in a way that maintains the cultural
via a propane fireplace and heaters.
integrity, essential ecological processes, biological diversity and life support systems of the area.
From May through October, the center is also a mountain biker’s haven with rentals, lessons and guided tours. In the
Sleep
winter, it’s the place to be for cross-country skiing and
Flagstaff Nordic Center’s Off-Grid Getaways is an
snowshoeing.
unplugged, low-to-no carbon print resort comparable to glamping (glamorous camping), sans the planning, packing and lugging of gear and food. Located 15 miles from downtown on Forest Service campgrounds, the center rents nightly yurts and cabins year-round.
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Eat While you’re up north, check out one of Paul Moir’s four Sustainable. Local. Organic. (SLO) Restaurant Concepts, three of which are located in Flagstaff. Brix offers seasonal, contemporary American dining featuring an extensive wine list, while Criollo Latin Kitchen is handcrafted, Latin-inspired food for the brunch and dinner crowd. Local sources are at the heart of both restaurants and regular practices include locallyfarmed, sustainable and organic foods purchased from local partners, reverse osmosis used for drinking water, recycling of all glass and paper, use of recycled packaging materials, composting of organic waste and use of 100 percent rice bran oil for frying. SLO’s latest endeavor is Proper Meats and Provisions, the first all Arizona-raised meatery. Moir, his wife and proprietor, Laura, and executive chef David Smith transformed an early 1900s historic building into a 1,600-square-foot butcher shop and 10-seat eatery to showcase Arizona’s finest farm-raised meats, poultry and cured products. Beyond the butchery, Proper Meats and Provisions sells local cheeses, breads, Arizona beer and wine, house made soups, sandwiches and light entrees in a stone craftsmen-style building listed on the national historic register on South San Francisco Street. brixflagstaff.com criollolatinkitchen.com propermeats.com Drink The most spirited stop on this tree-hugging trek is the Verde Valley Wine Trail, which connects the dots between four tasting rooms — Cellar 433, Arizona Stronghold Vineyards, Pillsbury Wine Company and Burning Tree Cellars — and four wineries — Alcantara Vineyards, Oak Creek Vineyards, Javelina Leap Vineyards and perhaps the greenest of this sustainable gem, Page Springs Cellars, which recently became the first winery in Arizona to leverage solar panels for electricity. Prefer beer? Nearby Cottonwood is home to THAT Brewery, which crafts many of its beers with local ingredients like pinecones and strawberries. Leftover brew grain goes to local ranchers for high-quality livestock feed. The brewery has a second location with the same practices in Pine. vvwinetrail.com thatbrewery.com August 2015
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Wander Sierra Vista has a bevy of sustainable attractions to explore. The city was the first in the nation designated as an Environmental Protection Agency WaterSense community for its natural resource-minded development codes. The city’s rainwater harvesting tanks and water detention basins yield net-zero landscape irrigation. Its award-winning compost program, which has been operational since 1994, diverts 35 percent of yard waste from the landfill each year and converts it into Grade A compost and mulch. In addition, wastewater ponds are maintained as wildlife habitats and attract more than 230 different species of birds throughout the year. Friends of the San Pedro River offer free docent-led bird walks on Sunday mornings at 8 a.m. Learn how wastewater can be treated without chemicals at the city’s Environmental Operations Park, where the city leverages biology and engineering to treat gray water for reclamation and clean effluent recharge. As a Water Wise partner, the city offers periodic tours of its water conservation systems. Also nearby is the Nature Conservancy’s Ramsey Canyon Preserve. This desert tropic is tucked into the Huachuca Mountains, located near Sierra Vista. Part of Southeastern Arizona’s sky islands, Ramsey Canyon is protected for its diversity of geology, biology, topography and climate. The canyon attracts more than 15 species of hummingbirds, as well as the rare elegant trogon, endangered Chiricahua leopard frogs and other unique and diverse plant and animal life. Docent-led walks are offered at 9 a.m. on Mondays, Thursdays and Saturdays, March through November. The San Pedro Riparian National Conservation Area (SPRNCA) is part of Arizona’s last free-flowing river system. The river originates in Mexico and flows north to its confluence with the Gila River near Winkelman. Like Ramsey Canyon, SPRNCA attracts hundreds of species of birds, wildlife and flora. Explore its trails on your own or take a guided walk and learn about the geology, biology and history of this protected area. visitsierravista.com nature.org sanpedroriver.org/wpfspr August 2015
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Even though native plants are begging for mercy right about now, August has never stopped Arizonans from enjoying their yards, pools or patios. But if yours is in need of a quick makeover, we’ve got some easy ideas to liven up the experience. Since that run from your car to the shade can be death-defying this time of year, we did the shopping for you at some of our favorite nearby stores. So sit back, keep cool, stay hydrated and go shopping.
Writer Brian Bluvas
Carefree Outdoor Living - Carefree There may be no better way to add interest to your outdoor living space than with the flicker of firelight. These dramatic torches and eye-catching lanterns do the trick, day or night. Carefree Outdoor Living, Carefree, 480-575-3091, carefreeoutdoorliving.com
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Carefree outdoor living PILLOWS Nothing adds life to your tired or tattered patio furniture quicker than a splash of color or a pattern update. Simple, elegant wall designs can also add a splash of personality to any dull patio wall. Stop by Carefree Outdoor Living’s showroom to choose from dozens of designs, all-weather fabrics, colors and styles. Carefree 480-575-3091 carefreeoutdoorliving.com
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A Couple of green thumbs
- Cave Creek
Saguaros and golden barrel cacti are right at home in our desert landscape, but none light up the night quite like these steel torches. Drop into A Couple of Green Thumbs to see many more wonderful ways to add light and color to your outdoor experience. 480-488-2155, acoupleofgreenthumbs.com
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No garden is complete without garden gnomes, and this classy pair — affectionately named Ziggy and Zoey — will add whimsy to any landscape. You’ll find everything from the rock-filled gabion column seen behind them to pots, fountains, plants and barbecues at The Green Goddess. Phoenix, 602-971-8110, greengoddess.com
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Desert Foothills Gardens Nursery
- Cave Creek
Artists often try, but rarely outdo art created by Mother Earth. If you like big, bold and unique, Desert Foothills Gardens Nursery has it all. From giant basalt columns and petrified wood to imaginative fountains and onyx lamps, you’ll no doubt find a statement piece to add interest to your landscape at this one-of-a-kind plant nursery. Desert Foothills Gardens Nursery, Cave Creek, 480-488-9455, desertfoothillsgardens.com
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Sunny & Chair - Scottsdale Add a rustic touch to your patio table, wall or walkway with these vintage lanterns. The best part is that the battery-powered LED bulbs give you the option to place them anywhere, indoors or out. Sunny & Chair, Scottsdale, 480-473-0038 La Mirada Shopping Center
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Being confined to a wheelchair has never stopped Bryan Church from chasing his dreams. Little did he know how big of a leap his dreams would take after a trip to Arizona.
“My brother and I decided to make a trip to Arizona to watch the Cleveland Indians spring training in Tucson in 1980,” he said. Someone told them about Bartlett Lake, the best kept secret in Arizona, according to Church, and they decided to trek up to Phoenix and check it out. The lake is the last reservoir on Verde River and fed by a 7,500-square-mile watershed located south of Flagstaff. It heads over east of Payson and the Mogollon Rim and west near Prescott. Back then, the last seven miles of the road to Bartlett were unpaved. “I just got this vision,” said Bryan, as he described the marina he had pictured in his head the moment he “laid wheels” on the shoreline. So he went home, grabbed his typewriter and wrote a letter to the United States Forest Service about his idea. Three months later, he got a letter back saying that the timing couldn’t have been better and bids were starting to be put together for the Bartlett Lake Marina project. “I couldn’t believe that me, a guy confined to a wheelchair with no experience and no money, was about to take on this project,” he said. Church found a crew and construction began in 1984. For the past 30 years, they have been able to build it, hold it together and keep it together. “It was a family effort for a family lake,” he said. Today Church, his brother, in-laws, nephews and even his 83-year-old mother keep the marina alive and thriving. One of their biggest accomplishments is that to this day, they still generate their own power, have their own water well and have no sewer lines or any hook ups to the city.
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Marina Activities Pack up the family and head out to enjoy the variety of watercraft available for rental at the marina. Rentals come in all shapes, sizes and packages to suit your needs. You can enjoy them for a full day, half day, sunset or full weekends. The best part is that they offer coolers, chairs and umbrellas as part of their packages for a stress-free day on the water. Bartlett Boat Club: Ever wanted a boat without the hassle of maintenance? Bartlett Lake Boat Club is the perfect solution. The best way to describe it is like a gym membership: you pay a monthly membership fee and can cruise around in any of the marina-owned boats at your leisure. No maintenance, no repairs, just making memories out on the lake.
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Recreational Activities Aside from watersports, Bartlett Lake offers breathtaking mountain views, an abundance of wildlife, fishing, camping, hiking and daytime activities. Fishing: Bartlett Lake is a welcome oasis for fishermen. Whether you are fishing off a boat or off the shoreline, the species of fish you can find include crappie, largemouth bass and flathead catfish. In 2013, Ed Wilcox caught the biggest fish in Arizona at Bartlett Lake. It was a flathead catfish weighing in at 76 pounds
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and more secluded than other lakes in the area and is open for recreational vehicle and tent camping. Yellow Cliffs is tucked back in the northeastern part of the lake and offers a quieter stretch for those wanting to get away from the watercraft noise and crowds. The Upper Bartlett Lake recreation area is another popular spot and close to the marina where you can grab supplies. Jojoba allows RVs up to 40 feet to camp along the shoreline and also has a boat dock. Tonto passes are required for all campers and each pass has a 24-hour expiration date. Hiking: The Palo Verde Trail winds through 8.6 miles of flat desert terrain near Bartlett Lake. Hikers usually navigate most of this trail easily, following its signs and well-worn path, but a few sections require some navigational skills. The Jojoba Trail is a 2.5-mile hike that rolls through dips and curves, but lacks any significant elevation changes. Watch for loose gravel on the trail as you hike through a landscape filled with saguaro cactus and desert wildlife. When you reach the end of the trail at Rattlesnake Cove Beach, opt to continue onto the Palo Verde Trail or cool off with a swim in the lake. Daytime Wading: Rattlesnake Cove is the place to be for daytime wading, swimming and picnicking. It offers large ramadas and restrooms for convenience. This area has beautiful vistas of the desert with mountains in the background. It’s great because no campers and no watercraft are allowed, which makes it perfect for swimming and splashing around. bartlettlake.com August 2015
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For most, the game of golf is measured by distance.
decision as a high school kid who wanted a few extra
Golfers select the tee they play based on the length of
dollars in his pocket would lead to a change in the way
the course, as listed on the scorecard. Each hole has a
that he saw the game, a move across the country and,
tee plate denoting the distance to the hole, and sprinkler
later, a career. His journey has led him to the Wildfire
heads marked with yardages are littered all over the
Golf Club at the JW Marriott at Desert Ridge, where
course as reminders of the distance yet to travel.
he serves as master club fitter, helping golfers from all
Golfers talk in yards, feet and inches, describing the
over the country gain a better understanding of their equipment and how it relates to their performance.
length of their best drive, the proximity of their approach and the chagrin of a missed putt. Even the great Bobby
Since those early days, he has cataloged the evolution
Jones used a unit of measurement when he described
of golf equipment in his steel-trap mind from his first day
the game as being played on a five-inch course, the
on the job and has tinkered, tipped, shimmed, wrapped,
distance between one’s ears.
bound, whipped, stained, pinned, ground, buffed, extended and adjusted golf clubs in about any way known to man.
Mike Tomas is a golfer, but one who measures the game by more than distance alone. As a master club fitter,
Mike does for golf clubs what a NASCAR team does with
Mike sees golf in terms of swing speed, angle of attack,
a car. Jimmie Johnson’s car may have the stickers on
set makeup, swing weight, shaft droop, shaft profile, loft,
the front of a Chevrolet SS, but you can’t buy a car like
lie and dispersion rates. His evaluation of the game is far
that from your local dealer. The same can be said of
more precise than that of the average golfer; he talks in
the equipment in the bags of PGA and LPGA golfers. The
tenths of a degree, grams and sixteenths of an inch.
clubs may be TaylorMade, Titleist, Mizuno or Callaway, but with a few tweaks here and some adjustments there,
Growing up in Michigan, Mike enjoyed the game of golf
each club in the bag feels identical and is perfectly
enough to take a part-time job at a golf retail outlet
matched to the player’s swing.
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“I like to help golfers return the clubface to a square impact position more consistently with some fitting variables that match their swing,” Mike explained. “During a fitting, once they start to square the club, they like the sound, the feel and the flight. It is like an ‘Aha!’ moment, and they want to experience that sensation every time they swing the club. We can usually achieve that feeling through simple adjustments of length, lie, shaft or weight. In essence, we are tailoring the equipment to the golfer’s swing tendencies, which gives them the best chance to play consistent golf.” For golfers of all abilities, a proper fitting or equipment consultation can make a world of difference. Golf equipment manufacturers have committed to tighter tolerances on their production lines, but short product lifecycles have led to high quantity production in small windows. No matter how much the manufacturers want you to believe that each club is carefully constructed and scrutinized to the tightest of tolerances, the harsh reality is that it is simply not possible for each club to be perfect. “The first thing that I ask someone during a fitting is, ‘What is your favorite club in the bag?’ Most people have a favorite club and I check the loft, lie, weight variables — everything that goes into that club — and we see why it is different from the rest of the set. We then try to duplicate those specifications through the set, and it is amazing how much more consistent the shots become.” What sets Mike apart in this field is his level of comfort, both on the open driving range at the Wildfire Golf Club, as well as in his workshop below the clubhouse in a corner of the cart barn. His easy nature and patience allows his clients to sort through a myriad of options while hitting golf balls on the range, in order to discover equipment specification solutions. He uses Flightscope, the latest technology in launch monitor that converts each swing into a series of numbers that Mike uses to justify what he sees and hears. In his shop below, his meticulous mind measures, checks and double-checks each and every
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We are tailoring the equipment to the golfer’s swing tendencies, which gives them the best chance to play consistent golf.
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adjustment. He works quickly, caffeine-infused mostly, but still with skilled precision, to make each club perform at its maximum for its owner. While Mike would like to say that he has always possessed his patience and positive perspective, he admits that becoming a father was what truly helped hone these virtues. One incident in particular has been a driving force behind his professional growth. After a night out partying, Mike was a passenger in a high-speed car accident. Thrown from the vehicle, his body was bruised, broken and partly shattered. The sobering image of his baby boy at home nearly orphaned was enough for Mike to realize it was time to focus his energy more positively. Mike is now a single dad who is as passionate about fatherhood as he is about golf equipment. Referring to his son Blake as “my little guy,” Mike lights up as he discusses Little League baseball games or skiing trips in the winter months. In the summer, he takes Blake to a golf course in Colorado while visiting family, where they are as likely to throw a fishing line into a pond as they are to hit a few golf shots. However they spend their time, it is evident that those are Mike’s happiest moments. It is clear that Mike Tomas is in a good space: physically healed with the aid of daily yoga sessions, emotionally bound to his son and professionally driven to help people answer the questions as to why their good golf swings are not producing the outcomes that they foresee. Mike understands why golfers see the game as measured by distance. And while he wants his clients to hit it farther in yards, closer in feet and, most importantly, more consistently, Mike will continue to measure the game by the minute details of the equipment that golfers wield. And just in case you wonder, Mike is at peace with his perspective — and golfers who know him are better off, too. theclubjwdesertridge.com/customclubfitting miketomasgolf@yahoo.com 480-518-4085
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Writer Amanda Christmann Larson Photography by North Valley Medical
Yoga. One minute, it was considered by mainstream
fitness-oriented styles, to spiritual or meditative types,
America to be an exotic yet odd Hindu practice, and the
to classes that focus on healing injuries and medical
next minute every soccer mom and hipster dad is doing
conditions, just about anyone can benefit from yoga.
down dog in lululemons. Research has proven yoga has several physical benefits,
In the 65 years since Richard Hittleman and Indra Devi
including core and overall strength, flexibility and balance.
independently opened studios on the East and West Coasts,
On an emotional level, yoga also builds mental wellness by
each writing books and making appearances that seduced
improving concentration and memory, developing patience
housewives from New York City to Amarillo, and from
and creating challenges that help those who practice it to
Hollywood to Detroit, to stand on their heads on their lime
gain confidence by facing fears and limitations.
green, no-wax, cushioned vinyl flooring, quite a bit has changed.
In Cave Creek, there are several studios (called “shalas” in yoga speak) to try, including Bodhi Coyote Yoga, Yoga
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By the 1970s, yoga and spiritual teachings became part of
Breeze and North Valley Medical Center. Each has its own
what Midwesterners thought of as “West Coast weirdness.”
styles and feel, so if you’re new to the overall practice,
But, like other trends throughout the century, eventually it
you may want to get your om on at more than one class
caught on. Today, yoga studios are not only a trend; they
to find a good fit. That’s what North Valley Medical Center
are part of a growing awareness of the mind/body health
practitioner Alexis McNeil did to find the perfect fit for
connection, and it looks like they are here to stay.
herself.
Even in our communities, the positive effects of yoga are
“I was a classical ballet dancer most of life,” she explained.
quickly earning followers. With several different types of
“For the last 10 years, I did yoga on and off, but I never
yoga to choose from, including a sliding scale of serious
really found a style that resonated with me. When I found
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vinyasa yoga three years ago, it clicked instantly, and I’ve been doing it ever since then. “I could talk so long about what I get out of it. Overall, it’s an extensive connection to life and all of its aspects. It goes so deep that it’s hard to describe. Through yoga, I have a groundedness that I never had before, and true inner peace that I’ve never had before.” There is more than a spiritual connection for Alexis and so many others who practice. “Yoga also builds up confidence,” she said. “When you’re trying and trying and trying week after week to do a yoga pose that scares you or makes you uncomfortable, and then finally your body adapts and slips into that pose almost effortlessly, you can’t help but feel good about it, and you take that with you outside the shala. Those transformations have happened concurrently in my personal and professional life.”
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of yoga — it is not competitive with others; your biggest
Ashtanga or Power Yoga
challenge is overcoming your own self.
How it will feel: Challenging Ashtanga yoga uses a nonstop series of poses and a
“It has been great,” Alexis said. “We’ve found that it’s a
special breathing technique meant to help focus your mind
great way for likeminded people to come and commune,
and control the flow of breath through the body. It’s great
and we all get to know each other. It’s a really great way
for athletes or former athletes, and is not for the weak of
for people who are more health conscious to get together
body or mind.
and connect.” Bikram Yoga Adding meditation, which may seem simple enough from
How it will feel: Challenging and hot
the outside but also has its challenges, only increases the
You’ll do a series of 26 poses in a really hot room, hotter
health and personal benefits.
than 100 degrees and with about 40 percent humidity. Also called “hot” yoga (but copyrighted by its creator), this
“Yoga and meditation have become a huge part of our
style was developed to mimic the heat of India, the original
lives,” Alexis added. “We are happy that we are able to
home of yoga.
share with the community and to give back and give a little taste of us.”
Hatha or Restorative Yoga
So whether you’re in it for the stretch or for some serious
This relaxing form of yoga focuses on poses more than
physical and mental gains, you can’t go wrong with yoga. With every breath and every pose, you may just find it’s exactly what the doctor ordered. Types of Yoga If you have ever wanted to take a yoga class but were confused by the names and styles, we’ve put together this handy beginner’s guide to choosing a class that’s right for you. Keep in mind that nearly all forms of yoga can be adapted to varying physical conditions and ability levels.
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How it will feel: Gentle breathing. It’s great for beginners who are just learning the mat, and is a great way to relax at the end of the day. Iyengar Yoga How it will feel: Gentle This is another great class for beginners. Iyengar yoga often uses props like belts, blocks and bolsters to help you with alignment, and is great for physical therapy.
Kripalu Yoga How it will feel: Gentle This style of yoga begins with slow, easy poses and progresses to more challenging poses that stimulate both the body and mind. Kundalini Yoga How it will feel: Intense Kundalini, often illustrated as a snake in yoga theory, is energy (“Shakti”) coiled at the base of the spine that, when released, represents enlightenment or bliss. Kundalini yoga classes include meditation, breathing techniques and chanting, as well as yoga poses that focus on awakening kundalini energy. Prenatal Yoga How it will feel: Pregnant If you’re an expectant mother, prenatal yoga is one of the best types of exercise for you. With a lot of core exercise and breath work, this type of yoga keeps you centered and prepared for the big day and beyond. Sivananda Yoga How it will feel: Gentle There are a total of 13 poses in Sivananda yoga, and you get to lie down in between the poses. This is a great form of yoga for people with physical challenges. Vinyasa or Power Yoga How it will feel: Gentle to challenging Sometimes called “flow” yoga, this is an athletic form of yoga (and the most popular in the country) in which poses flow from one to the next. Other than starting with a sun salutation, no two classes will be alike. North Valley Medical Center 480-473-4583 nvmedicalcenter.com
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Writer Kim Prince Photographer Thomas Baker
The Town of Carefree is abuzz with new improvements
“Carefree has a certain aura of Sonoran Desert
and additions that will give sightseers an even more
elegance,” she says. “It is fantastic to see the town taking
rewarding experience when they visit the town’s crowned
the time to improve the gardens and ensure everyone
jewel, Carefree Desert Gardens, this fall.
who visits will remember their Carefree experience and want to return. They have made a commendable
Visitor-friendly amenities such as fireplaces, increased
commitment to provide our community and our visitors
seating along the garden paths and welcoming gateway
with amenities one would expect from a memorable,
designs and signage are among the many developments
world-class destination.”
currently underway in the downtown area. New water features, including a reflective pool under the iconic
Other popular festivities include the town’s signature
Carefree Sundial and a scorpion-shaped splash pad,
Carefree Christmas Festival and Electric Light Parade
will also greet attendees when the town kicks off their
along Easy Street, the Carefree Sunday Concert Series
expanded events season, which begins with October’s
and other well-attended events such as the Carefree
Enchanted Pumpkin Garden. The event features creative,
Indian Market and Cultural Festival, Thunderbird Art and
world-renowned master carver Ray Villafane, who has
Wine Festivals and a brand new Sculptors in the Garden
received international acclaim and press accolades for his
event.
work. While the gardens have become a popular gathering All of the improvements will bolster the 4.5-acre Carefree
place for crowds, they still offer solace and solitude for
Desert Gardens, home to hundreds of unique and exotic
many. On an early morning or evening stroll, individuals
botanical specimens, a permanent outdoor art exhibit and
can be seen walking with their dogs, wandering leisurely
a playground with a larger-than-life Gila monster slide.
or taking a seat to ponder the beauty of an exotic
The venue, which provides walking paths for self-guided
cactus.
tours, is free and open daily to the public. Its park-like setting has become an increasingly popular destination
“We are delighted to strengthen the activities and
since its dedication and donation to the town by Mark
experiences available to Carefree residents and visitors
and Juanita Wdowiak in 2012.
in our beautiful downtown area,” said Carefree mayor Les Peterson. “Each of these are unique and outstanding
Longtime resident Laura Shutt is pleased to see the
features that have been designed to increase the
progress.
enjoyment of everyone who visits.”
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Improvements and renovations began several months ago and will continue throughout the summer. The gardens remain open to the public throughout construction. 480-488-3686 visitcarefree.com
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Writer Lauren Strait
Remember back in February when the rest of the United
insight about the history of Arizona’s highways and the
States was being pounded with snow and ice? Meanwhile,
scenic stops along the way.
we were enjoying the warm, 70-degree weather and the only ice in sight was being stirred in the glasses of our
“Before 1958, the dirt roads we know today as Bush
margaritas. Of course, now the East Coast is laughing at
Highway and the Beeline [Highway] were used by the Pony
us as we battle the scorching heat of the dreaded Arizona
Express, the Native Americans as their main trade route
summer.
and builders who were in search of developing the area,” said Trimble.
Little do they know that lucky for us, Arizona offers a quick escape to the high country where we can easily
In 1932, a lumberman named Harvey Bush proposed the
cool off. Most importantly, all we have to do is pack up
idea of building an actual road to make it easier for him
the kids and keep them occupied for a couple of hours
to haul timber from Payson to be used for the railroad
until we get there.
and Valley buildings.
But what if that journey took up to 12 hours? Well, if you
On March 21, 1933, despite the Great Depression making
can believe it, before the Beeline Highway was paved in
money scarce for his dream of a road more traveled to
1958 that is exactly what people faced.
come to life, he began the work of building the road on his own. It started at Power Road through to Saguaro
Marshall Trimble, Arizona’s official state historian, provides
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Lake and would be called Bush Highway.
BUSH HIGHWAY LANDMARKS SAGUARO LAKE RANCH When the Roosevelt Dam was completed in 1911, Phil and Marie Lewis from Kansas purchased the work camp from the Salt River Project and turned it into a fishing resort complete with a marina on the east side of the dam, general store, gas station, restaurant and overnight cabin rentals. The property quickly became a popular guest ranch and a destination vacation in Arizona. Today, the ranch is owned by the Duran family, who bought the property from the Lewis’s in 1948. Three generations have managed the ranch and it has played host to some famous guests, including Dr. Karl Menninger, Zane Grey, Glen Campbell, Norman Rockwell and Sen. Barry Goldwater.
Mount Mcdowell This mountain is located on the Salt River Pima-Maricopa Indian Community just north of Mesa. It’s named after General Irvin McDowell, a Union officer in the Civil War. The mountain is sacred to many Native American tribes and many of the people claim to see a face carved into the side of the mountain and believe it looks down to watch over and protect them.
Salt River Salt River is home to some of the most majestic desert wildlife. It is a source of both water and power for the Phoenix metro area. Today, it also provides water recreation.
Butcher Jones Recreation Site Don’t let the name fool you. This route has trails and picnic areas that hug the peninsula of Saguaro Lake with secluded coves and breathtaking views. If you are looking for a tranquil fishing spot, you can definitely find it here. About three miles south of Arizona 87 (Beeline Highway) on Bush Highway, take Forest Road 166 east for about two miles and you will find the site easily.
Blue Point Bridge Bush Highway crosses the Salt River here, the traditional launch point for summer tubers. The Blue Point recreation site has ramadas, picnic tables, grills and easy access to the river. It’s pretty quiet in the winter, unlike during tubing season, and often times you can find wild horses, bighorn sheep, mules and other spectacular Arizona wildlife here.
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BEELINE HIGHWAY LANDMARKS Christopher Creek Twenty-two miles east of Payson, Christopher Creek was made famous by author Zane Grey, many of whose classic Western novels were set in this mystical wild Tonto country. The lush environment is found in the world’s largest stand of Ponderosa pines and provides habitat for many species of plants and wildlife.
Roosevelt Dam A project that came out of President Roosevelt’s Newlands Reclamation Act of 1902, Theodore Roosevelt understood the importance of irrigation projects for agriculture in order to help the settlements of the west thrive. The dam is the world’s highest masonry dam and contributed more than any other dam in Arizona to the settlement of Central Arizona and to the development of large-scale irrigation there. According to Trimble, this dam is the reason we have such a rich water supply here in Arizona and why we are not facing the drought issues that are being seen in Southern California.
Shoofly Native American Ruins Just 2.3 miles north of Payson on the Beeline, the Shoofly Indian Ruins are believed to have been occupied between A.D. 1000-1250. The village once had a total of 79 structures. The walls and floors are all still visible to this day. At the center of this site is where a larger structure once existed, believed to have been a building with 26 rooms averaging 37.4 square meters each, and part of this structure was perhaps two stories high.
Fossil Creek Trailhead This series of springs at the bottom of a 1,600-foot canyon is a site you don’t want to miss. Fossil Creek is one of two wild and scenic rivers in Arizona. It gets its name from the calcium deposits where the water has run off and animals that fall into the substance get encased and fossilized over millions of years.
Tonto Natural Bridge Driving north on Highway 87, just before the community of Pine, is the Tonto Natural Bridge. The park has four hiking trails. Several stairs lead you to the area under the natural bridge where you can walk the slippery rocks into the enormous cavern.
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Heading Straight for the Beeline In the early 1950s, Maricopa County supervisor Jim Hart proposed the building of a more modern road over the mountain instead of the slow and dangerous Bush Highway. Hart had a summer home in Payson, where he visited regularly and worked out a deal with the Salt River Pima and Fort McDowell Indian tribes to obtain a diagonal right-ofway across their reservations from McDowell Road and Country Club Drive in Mesa to the intersection with the Bush Highway at the Saguaro Lake turnoff. This is where the nickname “Beeline Highway” was born. The project was quickly approved and the old route was upgraded, the dangerous curves were straightened out and bridges were installed to avoid flash floods and tire blowouts during the monsoon season. In 1958, the Beeline Highway’s final renovation was for it to be paved. This made Payson “connected with the outside world by a paved road,” according to the Arizona Republic. Valley newspapers proclaimed Hart as the “Father of the Beeline,” which launched an initiative to honor him by naming the highway “the Hartline.” However, on February 6, 1960, Hart was killed on his way home from Payson in a single car accident near the intersection of Shea Boulevard. A monument, which can still be visited today, was placed near the location where he lost his life.
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Writer Amanda Christmann Larson Photograph by David Olsen/Zocalo Magazine
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Arizona is stunning for its natural beauty, but it also holds another attraction unlike anywhere else in the world. It is a place where indigenous tribes lived for centuries before white settlers arrived, carved the continent into boundaries and labeled them with names of states and territories. Just to our south, if the mountains and saguaros in and around what is now Tucson could speak, the tales they would tell would be full of intrigue. From the earliest Hohokam communities who coaxed crops from the thirsty soil to Spanish conquistadors searching for gold, the stories are full of fortitude and resilience. In the last two centuries, the tales turned from Apache warriors relentlessly defending their land from encroaching settlers, to missionaries eager to replace altars to deities with crosses and crucifixes, to battles over boundaries that could only be found on paper and to the wild, wild West, where the lines between right and wrong, good and bad were as hazy as the horizon in a dust storm. It is during the latter part of this time, in 1861, that Lt. Col. John Baylor and his troops conquered the southern New Mexico territory. He proclaimed the area to be the Confederate Arizona Territory and named himself permanent governor, staking his personal claim in the newly named capital of Tucson. Of course, others also had leadership in mind, and his reign only lasted a year. The Union army took over and as mining and agriculture began to boom in the area and political interests sparred, the Arizona Territory capital was moved from Prescott to Tucson in 1863. This made Tucson an even more important hub for business and government endeavors. It was because of this boom that, in the 1870s, one of the most visually unique neighborhoods remaining in the United States sprang up. Barrio Viejo, which translates from Spanish to “Old Neighborhood,” is a must-see for history-loving or architecture-appreciating day-trippers eager to see remnants of a bygone era. Located due south of the Tucson Convention Center and bordered by Cushing Street, Stone Avenue, 18th Street and Main Avenue, Barrio Viejo appears to be frozen in time. Much of the old neighborhood remains today, but a significant portion of it was tragically bulldozed in the 1960s and ‘70s to make way for urban development. Still, the Sonoran Traditional architecture is a sight to see, especially on South Convent Avenue, where many of the residential renovation efforts are centered. Local resident Kelley Rollings, who began buying and renovating buildings in the area in 1971, spearheaded many of those efforts. Barrio Viejo is unlike any other American neighborhood. Narrow streets cut through what is believed to be the largest neighborhood of old adobe houses left in the United States. Façades, many now in an array of primary colors thanks to a neighborhood revival in recent decades, hide brilliant interior spaces occasionally available for perusal during walking tours and special events. Even if you’re just passing through by vehicle or walking up and down the streets of Barrio Viejo, you’ll want to bring a camera. There August 2015
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are plenty of voices from the past to capture on film.
neighborhoods and Chinese laundries and grocers began to spring up. Tucson began to experience a level of diversity
Few sidewalks line the area; homes and businesses are built
that much of the Southwest had never seen.
like fortresses against curbs that were once dusty streets.
With diversity came new ideas. Homes in other now-historic
Front yards were not a priority for early residents of this
but then-newer Tucson neighborhoods began taking on the
second oldest neighborhood in Tucson; instead, interior
Victorian influence so popular in the east, and some of that
spaces were the focus and courtyards inside or behind
influence made its way into Barrio Viejo. Flat roofs were
homes provided outdoor sanctuaries.
replaced with hipped designs and decorative pediments and front porches were added to some houses. Still, much of
The neighborhood is tribute to a period of time when
the neighborhood remained the same.
Arizona and United States history was rapidly changing. The railroad, which began service to and from Tucson in 1880,
Among the sights is the Teatro Carmen at 348 S. Meyer
brought about the most significant growth of the time.
Ave., the first Spanish language theater in Tucson. It opened in 1915 and with 1,400 seats inside an elegantly decorated
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First came the Southern Pacific Railroad, followed a year
building, was the premier cultural venue for dramas, operas
later by the Atchison, Topeka and Santa Fe Railroad. This
and musicals. Later, it would become a movie theater,
small, isolated town became a hub for both passenger
community hall, ballroom, boxing arena, Elks’ lodge and a
and commercial cargo. With the railroad came more
garage. It was even featured in the 1995 movie, “Boys on
businesses, more people and more diversity. The population
the Side,� which starred Drew Barrymore, Whoopi Goldberg
started to boom and within a couple of short years, black
and Mary-Louise Parker.
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Cushing Street Bar and Restaurant, located at 198 W. Cushing St. and featuring, among other things, a saguaro rib ceiling, is the renovated territorial home of Clara Ferrin Bloom. Bloom was born in the house in 1881 to parents who emigrated from Germany, and went on to become an early University of Arizona graduate and schoolteacher in the community. A local school was later named after her. Bloom’s son, David, established the Bloom Southwest Jewish Archives at the University of Arizona, leaving a legacy to help build what is now a strong Jewish community in Tucson. He was the owner of one of Tucson’s most renowned men’s clothing stores, Dave Bloom and Sons. Cushing Street itself is named after Howard Bass Cushing, who was known as the “Custer of Arizona” for his fighting skills and bravery during the
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Civil War and Indian Wars. He was one of three Cushing brothers highly renowned and decorated in their time. In 1871, while in pursuit of Cochise a few miles outside of Fort Huachuca, he and his troops were ambushed by a band of Apaches led by Cochise’s brother. An historical marker near present-day Sonoita commemorates the site of his death. He was buried at Fort Lowell, then later reinterred at the San Francisco National Cemetery in
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the Presidio of San Francisco. One of the most interesting markers in Barrio Viejo is El Tiradito, known as The Wishing Shrine. Located at 420 S. Main Ave., this shrine is unlike other religious shrines found throughout the desert Southwest because it is not dedicated to a saint. Instead, it is the burial site of a sinner named Juan Oliveras, a 19-year-old sheep ranch hand who was caught in a most compromising position with his motherin-law. There are many versions of the legend, all of which center on a love
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triangle that ended in tragedy when Oliveras was murdered by his father-inlaw in a jealous rage. El Tiradito, which translates to “The Little Throwaway,” commemorates the spot where Oliveras was buried. In spite of requests from local officials, the Catholic Church refused to allow him to be buried in the church cemetery because of the adultery he committed. Today, it is said that wishes may be granted at the site, depending on the heart and intention of the requestor. It is believed that if a candle is lit at the shrine and burns all night long without extinguishing, a wish may come true. Other area landmarks include St. Augustine’s Cathedral and Carillo Elementary School. Both stand as testaments to the many MexicanAmerican families who settled in the area. Chinese grocer Jerry Lee Ho’s former market, located on the northwest corner of South Meyer and 17th Street, has been beautifully renovated and is now the office of geotechnical and environmental engineering firm, Haley and Aldrich. Another favorite, El Minuto Mexican Restaurant, located next to El Tiradito, has been a family-owned eatery since 1936. They specialize in carne seca and menudo served every day. Barrio Viejo is full of history and charm for those willing to make the trip south. Visitors can almost picture the dusty streets and bustling business that happened in this now-quiet but friendly neighborhood. The air in Barrio Viejo is almost thick with antiquity, but the continued revitalization and celebration of Arizona history is making this little gem of a find worth visiting for years to come.
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A GEM IN THE HEART OF CAREFREE Offered at $749,000. The unique charm of the town of Carefree, with its shops, restaurants and fabulous events, is within walking distance from this ranch-style gem of a home. Upon entering the property through the inviting courtyard, you find yourself in an expansive great room where floor-to-ceiling windows immediately draw you to panoramic mountain views. A dramatic stone fireplace anchors one wall of the great room and is perfectly scaled for the soaring ceilings. In the past two years, this three-bedroom, two-bath, 2,756-square-foot home has been remodeled from the floors on up. Designer touches include wood-look tile throughout, decorator tiles in the kitchen and baths and
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Absentee Homeowner Services Carefree Property Services 480-575-6600 carefreepropertyservices.com AIR CONDITIONING/HEATING Canyon State AC and Plumbing 602-996-1818 canyonstateac.com Attorney Hundman Law Offices, PLLC 480-625-3134 hundmanlaw.com John W. Stevens, Attorney 480-488-2591 Carefree Area Auction House J. Levines 480-223-1307 reception@jlevines.com Beauty Salon Michael Anthony 312-343-9206 312-636-8673 michaelanthonyhair.com Studio C Salon 480-664-0602 studiocsalonsaz.com Theresa DuGosh Studio TLD 602-738-8082 Wendy Gross WKG Design 480-294-1476 Bike SHop Flat Tire Bike Shop 6033 E. Cave Creek Road 480-488-5261 flattirebikes.com Boutique 4Sister Shop 602-330-6042 4sistershop.com Bags & Rags Ladies Fine Apparel 480-575-3114 16 Easy Street, Carefree bagsandragsaz.com
Stefan Mann 34505 N. Scottsdale Road, Suite G10 480-488-3371 stefanmann.com College Paradise Valley Community College 602-493-2600 my.maricopa.edu COMMUNITY ASSISTANCE Foothills Animal Rescue 480-488-9890 Foothills Caring Corps 480-488-1105 Foothills Food Bank 480-488-1145 Salvation Army 480-488-3590
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Newcomers Club of Scottsdale 480-990-1976 newcomersclubofscottsdale.com New River Senior Center 623-465-0367 Rotary Club 623-581-1163 Sonoran Arts League 480-575-6624 Soroptimist International 480-510-8203 YMCA 480-596-9622
St. Vincent de Paul Society 602-254-3338
COMputers Affordable Computer Help 480-720-0233 affordable-help.com
COMMUNITY organizations American Legion Post No. 34 & Auxiliary 480-488-2669
Cosmetics Merle Norman 480-488-3208 37417 Tom Darlington Dr.
Arizona Archaeological Society 480-595-9255 Arizona Musicfest 480-488-0806 Cave Creek Museum 480-488-2764 Desert Awareness Committee 480-488-1090 Desert Foothills Community Association 480-488-4043 Desert Foothills Community Education 480-575-2440 Desert Foothills Land Trust 480-488-6131 Desert Foothills Theater 480-488-1981 Foothills Community Foundation 480-488-1090
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Equestrian Huss Performance Horses 708-752-2193 hussperformacehorses.com Financial Planning Investments Kendrick Wealth Management Noah Kendrick 480-887-8888 kendrickwm.com FIRE Fire Service 480-627-6900 Garage Door AYS Garage Door Repair 602-375-3667 Free Estimates ROC#272744 $20 off on any repair aysdoorrepair.com Garden Desert Foothils Gardens Nursery 480-488-9455 33840 N. Cave Creek Rd. Government/business Town of Carefree 480-488-3686 Town of Cave Creek 480-488-1400 Cave Creek Merchants and Events Association 480-437-1110 Carefree/Cave Creek Chamber of Commerce 480-488-3381 Granite and Cabinets Granite Transformations 602-714-3964 Done in a Day. Beautiful for Life. Habilitation, REspite & Attendant care Arion 623-238-4349 sdykhuizen@arioncaresolutions.com arioncaresolutions.com Handyman Desert Foothills Handyman Service 602-540-9794 1handyman4you.com
Health care Cierra Medical Walk-In Care 480-575-0131 Desert Foothills Medical Center 480-488-9220 John C. Lincoln Deer Valley 623-879-6100 North Valley Medical Center 480-473-4583 nvmedicalcenter.com Paradise Valley Hospital 602-923-5000 Scottsdale Healthcare 480-324-7000 7400 E. Thompson Peak Pkwy. 480-323-3000 90th St. & Shea Blvd. Home furnishings Big Bronco Furniture Barn 480-575-1357 General Store 480-575-7025 bigbroncocavecreek.com Valerie’s Furniture & Accents 480-483-3327 valeriesfurniture.com Home Improvements Granite Transformations 602-714-3964 Done in a Day. Beautiful for Life. House Cleaning AZ View Cleaning Services 602-486-8557 arizona-view.com The Maids Scottsdale 602-923-4000 themaidsscottsdale.com Insurance Senior health plan specialist Generations Consulting Group 623-866-3222 keith@gcgagent.com
Landscape Design and Maintenance A Couple of Green Thumbs 6061 E. Cave Creek Road 480-488-2155 acoupleofgreenthumbs.com Azul-Verde Design Group, Inc. 480-595-0611 azulverde.com Desert Foothills Gardens Nursery 480-488-9455 33840 N. Cave Creek Rd. Desert Foothills Landscape 480-488-0128 36815 N. Cave Creek Rd. Iddings & Sons Landscaping, Inc. 623-465-2546 623-297-7584 iddingsandsonslandscaping.com Library Desert Broom Library 602-262-4636 Desert Foothills Library 480-488-2286 Medspa Arizona Vein & Laser Institute 602-298-8346 arizonaveinandlaser.com Nursery Desert Foothills Gardens Nursery 480-488-9455 33840 N. Cave Creek Rd. Outdoor Furniture Carefree Outdoor Living 480-575-3091 carefreeoutdoor.com Outdoor Lighting Let There be Light 480-575-3204 lettherebelightllc.com Parks Cave Creek Regional Park 623-465-0431 Gateway Desert Awareness 480-488-1400 Spur Cross Ranch 480-488-6601 August 2015
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Cave Creek Ranger 480-595-3300 Photography Blackswan Photographers 480-282-8646 blackswanphotographers.com Keri Meyers Photography kerimeyersphotography.com Loralei Photography 602-795-0555 loraleiphotography.com
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Podiatry Westland Family Foot and Ankle Specialist 480-361-2500 westlandffas.com
Tom’s Thumb 480-513-8186 9393 E. Bell Road
Pool Design/construction Azul-Verde Design Group, Inc. 480-595-0611 azulverde.com Pool maintenance My Pool Gal Service 480-626-2604 Repair 480-626-8200 Crystal Clear Pool & Spa 480-488-2636 crystalclearpools.biz Post office Carefree 480-488-3781 Cave Creek 480-488-1218 Realtor Jean Ransdell Russ Lyon Sotheby’s 480-294-3257 arizonaluxuryrealty.com Rancho Manana Russ Lyon Sotheby’s 5734 E Rancho Manana Blvd. 480-489-1811
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The Village Coffee Shop 480-488-3835 7100 E. Cave Creek Rd. #134 B Retirement Community The Heritage at Carefree 480-488-1622 heritagecarefree.com SCHOOL Annunciation Catholic School 480-361-8234
Desert Foothills Lutheran Preschool 480-585-8007 Desert Sun Academy 480-575-2900 Desert Willow Elementary School 480-575-2800 Foothills Academy 480-488-5583 Goddard School 480-437-1000 Horseshoe Trails Elementary School 480-272-8500 Lone Mountain Elementary School 480-437-3000 Montessori School 480-563-2929 Our Lady of Joy Preschool 480-595-6409 Paradise Valley Community College at Black Mountain 602-493-2600 Quality Interactive Montessori School 480-575-5269 qimontessori.com
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Sonoran Trails Middle School Main Line 480-272-8600 Attendance: 480-272-8604
Black Mountain Elementary School 480-575-2100
Ventana Academic School 480-488-9362
Cactus Shadows High School Main Line 480-575-2400 Attendance 480-575-2431
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Career Success School 480-575-0075
Shopping Cave Creek Candle & Gifts 6245 E. Cave Creek Road 480-488-7799 cavecreekcandles.com
Cave Creek Montessori School 480-563-2929 cavecreekmontessori.com Cave Creek Unified School District 480-575-2000
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Community Bible Church of Cave Creek 33501 N. Cave Creek Road 480-488-2958 communitybiblechurchaz.com Coolwater Christian Church 480-585-5554 coolwaterchurch.org Crossroads Christian Fellowship Church 623-465-9461 Desert Foothills Lutheran Church 480-585-8007 dflc.org Desert Hills Presbyterian Church 480-488-3384 deserthills.org Desert Mission United Methodist Church 480-595-1814 desertmissionumc.org Desert Valley Baptist Church 623-465-9461 First Baptist Church of Cave Creek 480-488-2958
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First Church of Christ Scientist 480-488-2665 csarizona.com/carefreecavecreek.1st Good Shepherd of the Hills Episcopal Church 480-488-3283 goodshepherdaz.org
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Light of the Desert Lutheran Church 480-488-2716 lightofthedesert.org
Christ Anglican Church 480-488-0525 christchurchaz.org
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Recipe
Spicy Quinoa Encrusted Salmon Writer and photographer Monica Longenbaker
Here’s another carefree dinner for the weeknight recipe collection: Spicy Quinoa Encrusted Salmon. With healthy ingredients and easy preparation, this entree delivers big impact with little effort. And as a bonus, it’s also gluten-free. Salmon fillets are coated with a spicy Sriracha mayonnaise and crusted with a layer of cooked quinoa. This popular ancient grain adds protein and a unique crispy texture when seared. For a mild version, replace the Sriracha sauce with Dijon mustard for an equally simple, yet flavorful result.
Spicy Quinoa Encrusted Salmon Yield: 4 servings
Directions: In a bowl, whisk together the mayonnaise and Sriracha. Set aside. Season the salmon with salt and pepper.
¼ cup mayonnaise (gluten-free) ½ teaspoon Sriracha sauce 4 salmon fillets, about 5 ounces each salt and pepper to taste ½ cup quinoa, cooked 1 tablespoon cooking oil lemon slices for garnish
Spread about 1 tablespoon of the Sriracha mayonnaise over the top of each salmon fillet, then cover each fillet with about 2 tablespoons cooked quinoa. Gently shake off any excess quinoa from the salmon. Heat cooking oil in a nonstick saute pan over medium heat. Place the salmon into the hot pan with the crust side down. Sear until golden and crispy, about 3-5 minutes. Carefully flip the fillets and continue cooking for another 3-5 minutes or until the salmon is just cooked through. If necessary, place the salmon into a 350-degree oven to finish cooking. Transfer the salmon to a serving dish and garnish with lemon slices.
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