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Get Creative to Beat the Heat T

he summer heat is upon us. Although I expect it every year, the heat always seems to sneak up on me in a way that I still find surprising. After the winter months, when outdoor living is the way of life, the summer sun relentlessly displays its rays and challenges all of us to get creative with our outdoor activities.

This month is all about “Summer Fun.” There are more ways than you could imagine to still have fun with your family despite the scorching temperatures. One of my personal favorite summer activities, especially with our baby girl due in just one more month, is lounging out by the pool. Swimming laps or just floating in the cool water for me is the perfect combination of light exercise and relaxation.

Our feature this issue is about Aravaipa Farms. Discover a place where you can take a break from the business of everyday life and your cell phone ringing off the hook. Like an enchanted getaway, Aravaipa Farms will draw you in. The rustic casitas will give you that perfect fairytale feel as you listen to the birds singing outside of your window. It’s the perfect place for nature lovers and artists alike, as the scenery will take your breath away. Even some Hollywood celebrities have discovered this place and found it hard to leave.

July also hosts one of my all-time favorite holidays, the day we celebrate the freedom of our beloved America. Independence Day brings families and friends together all over the country. Kory Kilmer decided to dive more into the history behind the displays that light up the night sky each July 4th in our History 101 article. He takes us back to where this tradition started and how it got to where it is today.

A short drive will take you just outside of Payson to Whispering Hope Ranch, a place where campers and families dealing with physical, medical, emotional or intellectual challenges can come to get the summer camp experience. The ranch is designed to meet the specific needs of those using wheel chairs and other adaptive equipment.

Creating a bond between campers and the 60 animals that call Whispering Hope Ranch home is a healing process for all involved. They offer many other activities as well that are sure to create lasting and life-changing memories for each camper involved. Read about Whispering Hope Ranch in our Giving Back department.

These are just a few of the summer activities we discovered that are happening around the Valley. As always, keep your calendars open so you don’t miss the best events going on in your own neighborhood. Remember to drink lots of water, stay cool, and get creative with your outdoor activities this summer. Don’t forget the sunscreen, either!

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Scottsdale Animal Healthcare Celebrates Grand Opening In late spring, Scottsdale Animal Healthcare celebrated its grand opening. Scottsdale Animal Healthcare’s mission is to serve both the pet and the pet owner. While they advocate for their furry patients’ best interests, Dr. Alex Casuccio and the rest of the caring staff understand that the needs and financial ability of the pet's family are equally important. They offer the best in medical and surgical care for every pet while working with each client to formulate the level of care that fits the family’s needs, and work to formulate a plan that will maximize the health, comfort and lifespan of their each client’s best friend. Scottsdale Animal Healthcare is located at 18291 N. Pima Rd., Suite A-100.

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Protravel International now open Over 200 Scottsdale residents joined Protravel International for its April 26 “Passport to the World” Grand Opening celebration at the LaMirada Shopping Center. With opportunities to interact with representatives from the most prestigious cruise lines, tour operators, hoteliers and Protravel’s team of luxury travel advisors, participants had chances to win travel prizes. “We invite Valley of the Sun residents who are as passionate about travel as we are to talk with our travel experts directly,” says Diane Matha, Manager of Protravel.

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North Scottsdale Business Awards $35,000 in College Scholarships to Local Teens North Scottsdale’s own AXA Advisors Southwest, a leading provider of financial services for consumers and businesses, recently announced that Max Ashton, a local high school senior, will receive $25,000 as a national winner of the 2014 AXA Achievementsm Scholarship in association with U.S. News & World Report. Ashton is one of 52 students – one from each state, plus Washington D.C. and Puerto Rico – that has been awarded scholarships of $10,000. Of those 52 students, only 10 – including Ashton – were chosen to receive an additional $15,000 scholarship award. All of the scholarship recipients are graduating high school seniors who demonstrated ambition and drive, determination to set and reach goals and the ability to succeed in college. In addition to Ashton, AXA Advisors Southwest announced that five fellow Arizona students will each receive $2,000 as winners of the 2014 AXA Achievementsm Community Scholarship program. They are: Miruthula Jegadesan of Corona del Sol High School in Tempe; Cindy Le of Hamilton High School in Chandler; Tun Nef of Tucson Magnet High School in Tucson; Whitney Smith of Notre Dame Preparatory High School in Scottsdale, and Erika Yee from University High School in Tucson.

My Sister’s Attic Expands In order to meet the demands of being Arizona’s largest recycled consignment furniture shop, two locations of My Sister’s Attic will expand its square footage. My Sister’s Attic at Pinnacle Peak in Scottsdale will increase from 3,100 to 5,100 square feet giving shoppers more selection,

room to browse and even more space to consign their own pieces. The location in Chandler will also increase in size. “This is great news for the consignment industry and for people who love to find those rare one-of-a-kind pieces at our stores,” says CEO Ann Siner of Eco-Chic Consignments. “Not only will shoppers enjoy the extra space and added amenities but now we will be able to display even more wall art, china, crystal, furniture, lighting, rugs, silver and patio accessories.” My Sister’s Attic is located at Desert Village at Pinnacle Peak, 23435 N. Pima Rd. To learn more, visit MySistersCloset.com.

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ruits are refreshing, convenient, easy-to-prepare, and don’t require any cooking, which is especially helpful for keeping you and your kitchen cool during warmer weather. In addition, locally grown fresh fruits are bursting with flavor and packed with antioxidants, phytochemicals, vitamins, fiber and water.

Pleasing for even the pickiest of eaters, fruits provide beautiful colors, tantalizing textures and are a healthier sweet-tooth-satisfying alternative to insulin-spiking processed desserts. Naturally sweet, fruits contain decent amounts of sugar, but also contain fiber to help lower the glycemic load (GL), the rate at which sugar enters your blood. Enjoying fruit with healthy fats, such as nuts, will also help to lower the GL of your meal or snack.

Listed below are 10 summer fruits to help you beat the heat while enjoying a delicious treat. Although these fruits are best enjoyed raw and taste great on their own, serving suggestions are also listed to give you more snack or meal ideas. Look for local fruits for maximum flavor and nutritional benefits. Lastly, opt for organic when available to reduce pesticides, especially for fruits that don’t contain an outer peel or skin such as apricots and berries.

1. Apricots A great source of antioxidants, beta-carotene and vitamin C, apricots are also rich in fiber and potassium. Serve on top of a grilled chicken salad, or drizzled with honey on top of vanilla ice cream.

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2. Bananas Especially convenient, bananas are a good source of potassium, fiber, vitamin C, manganese, and vitamin B6. Enjoy spread with a spoonful of organic peanut butter, mashed with raw nuts and shredded coconut, frozen in smoothies, or sliced with dark chocolate and almonds.

3. Blackberries Rich in the phytonutrient, anthocyanin that gives berries their dark color, blackberries are a great source of fiber, vitamin C, vitamin K and manganese. They’re also a good source of vitamin E, folate, magnesium, potassium, and copper. Enjoy with creme fraiche or mascarpone for a real treat.

4. Blueberries A true superfood, blueberries contain among the highest amounts of antioxidants of all fruits. They’re also a good source of fiber, vitamin C, vitamin K and manganese. Enjoy in a fruit salad, fresh smoothie or gluten-free pancakes.

5. Cherries Sweet or sour, cherries contain high amounts of anti-inflammatory anthocyanins, antioxidants, quercetin and ellagic acid.

They’re also a good source of fiber and vitamin C. Enjoy in a chocolate protein shake or with Greek yogurt and almonds.

6. Figs A great source of potassium and fiber, figs are a true summertime treat as they’re only widely available fresh in June and July.

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AZ on the Rocks Bringing the great outdoors inside Article Kory Kilmer | Photography Provided

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hat started off as an afternoon hanging out with his brother introducing their sons to rock climbing, just happened to turn into the spark that kindled Kevin Berk’s entrepreneurial spirit.

“We had never seen the look on our kids’ faces like the ones they had when they got to the top of that climbing wall, and we knew right then and there that we had to build a gym,” says Kevin.

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easy, what resulted is today Arizona’s largest indoor climbing gym.

Size alone is not the only thing that sets AZ on the Rocks (AZR) apart from the others in the metro, nor does Berk think it is the most important. What truly matters is the unparalleled level of service that the gym offers to anyone who comes through the front door.

“We are not a rock climbing gym, we are a customer service organization that just happens to also rock climb,” explains Berk. “Our facility of fully air-conditioned (no swamp-cooling whatsoever), has showers in the bathrooms, and cold filtered drinking water. We also thoroughly clean the facility nightly, which can tend to be overlooked in a climbing gym space.”

AZR offers both day passes and multiple visit punch cards, but it is their membership program that offers the best benefits, including members-only climbing hours, events, complimentary equipment rental, and discounts. In keeping with their customer-centric philosophy, the gym has de-

cided to cap the number of memberships sold so they can maintain their own lofty service standards.

“You can either be willing to upset your existing customers and have lots of turnover, or take care of those who have been loyal to you by providing them the level of service that they expect,” says Berk. “We chose the latter.”

Both the owners and management at AZR have also realized that true and genuine customer service originates from a unified interest in the overall wellbeing of the gym. This is why they have cultivated an environment of empowerment – from the top down, everyone is enabled to feel that they are a decision maker. No one on staff will ever need a manager’s approval to do what is right by the guest, just so long as is does not compromise safety.

Though rock climbing is the heart of AZR, yoga just might be at its soul. Located upstairs is Yoga on the Rocks, which is a full yoga studio that offers classes for all ages and experience levels. Yoga on the

Rocks keeps their class sizes small so each student is guaranteed to receive the attention they need to achieve the results they seek. And though students do not need to be members of AZ on the Rocks, yoga is the perfect complement to climbing as it helps to increase both strength and flexibility, while at the same time reducing risks for injury.

The AZR Ascenders, a climbing team focused on the development of kids aged 8-19, also call AZ on the Rocks home. Having continuously been ranked nationally in the Top 10 since 2006, the Ascenders are one of the more successful youth programs in the country and have produced multiple U.S. team members, five national champions, and even one world champion.

Sponsoring the Ascenders is just one way in which AZR interacts with the surrounding community. Each year the gym donates close to $50,000 in time and services to local non-profits, often in the form of complimentary memberships. AZR also often invites groups such as the Rainbow Kids from Children’s Hospital, Autism Speaks, or the Tumbleweed Center for Youth Development to come in and enjoy a day climbing the walls.

AZ on the Rocks is located at 16447 N 91st Street in Scottsdale, which is two blocks east of the 101 just south of Bell road. Anyone looking for additional information, including select programs and camps, times, pricing, or to fill out the waiver that is required prior to visiting the gym should go to their website at AZOnTheRocks.com.

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History 101 Bonfires and Illuminations from one End of this Continent to the other from this Time forward forever more. You will think me transported with Enthusiasm but I am not. I am well aware of the Toil and Blood and Treasure, that it will cost Us to maintain this Declaration, and support and defend these States. Yet through all the Gloom I can see the Rays of ravishing Light and Glory. I can see that the End is more than worth all the Means. And that Posterity will tryumph in that Days Transaction, even altho We should rue it, which I trust in God We shall not. (The Book of Abigail and John: Selected Letters of The Adams Family, 1762-1784, Harvard University Press, 1975, 142).

4th of July Celebrations Article Kory Kilmer

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rom a small-town festival to the all-out spectacle of one of the country’s premier shows, there is no better exclamation point to a hard day of celebrating America’s independence quite like lighting up the skies with a rainbow of fireworks. But whether it’s the rocket’s red glare, the bombs bursting in air, or just the thrill of making things go boom in the night, the patriotic use of pyrotechnics to honor the birth of our country goes back to our nation’s beginning.

The story is well known: While deep in the heart of the American Revolution, the Second Continental Congress met at Freedom Hall in Philadelphia and adopted the final draft of the Declaration of Independence on July 4, 1776. Interestingly enough, however, was that a formal resolution of independence from the British Empire was approved two days earlier by the Congress. It was this action that inspired John Adams to write to his wife Abigail:

The Second Day of July 1776, will be the most memorable Epocha, in the History of America. I am apt to believe that it will be celebrated, by succeeding Generations, as the great anniversary Festival. It ought to be commemorated, as the Day of Deliverance by solemn Acts of Devotion to God Almighty. It ought to be solemnized with Pomp and Parade, with Shews, Games, Sports, Guns, Bells, 16 North Scottsdale Lifestyle | July 2014

Adams was close. The Founding Fathers turned to Thomas Jefferson to take the lead in penning an explanation as to why they had decided to take the leap toward independence. This is the document that became the heavily circulated Declaration of Independence, signed on July 4, 1776, which quickly became the date that signified the birth of the United States of America.

What Adams did predict correctly was that celebrations marking the occasion would have a habit of illuminating the night sky.

Fireworks had been around for centuries by 1776, having morphed from repurposed military munitions from Asia. As they developed, fireworks eventually made their way to Europe during the Renaissance, finding fans among imperialists who used them to primarily to mark nationalist celebrations and military victories.

Starting with the first anniversary of the signing of the Declaration of Independence in 1777, formal organized and choreographed firework displays took place in both Philadelphia and Boston. Within a small handful of years a selection of smaller fireworks were made available to the public, which has been putting on amateur shows in backyards and driveways ever since.

The Bristol Fourth of July Celebration first took place in Bristol, Rhode Island, (aka “America’s most patriotic town) in 1785.

The all-day event, which includes a fireworks celebration, has yet to take a year off, making it the oldest continuous celebration in the country.

When looking for the biggest, however, one needs to look no further than New York City. Sponsored by Macy’s, the show is traditionally held over either the East or Hudson Rivers, where multiple barges are staged with a boggling variety of pyrotechnics.

This was also the stage for what is also considered one of the greatest fireworks display ever and still the largest in American History, the “Statue of Liberty Fireworks Spectacular” in 1986.

Marking the 100th anniversary of the Lady Liberty, more than 22,000 aerial fireworks as well as another 18,000 “set-pieces” (fountains or low displays) were ignited over the 30-minute show.

The display required 30 barges, 220 miles of wires, and 777,000 pounds of mortar tubes, as well as 100 workers from four of the best pyrotechnic companies across the world who worked together for more than a year to pull it off.

More fireworks are set on display in the United States to celebrate the Fourth of July than on any other day, for any other reason, anywhere else in the world. And the fact that our Founding Father pretty much saw it coming, that just sort of makes sense.

Animal Tracks

Is Your Dog Afraid of Storms or Fireworks?

Some ideas to calm your dog through summer rains and holiday boomers Article Pat Hennessey

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fter a long, cold winter, we certainly welcome the renewed life we get with spring and summer. We all know that April showers bring May flowers and help our gardens grow. But for many households, our canine family members suffer. If you have a dog that paces or pants, shivers or whines or runs and hides when the storms roll in, then look no further – help is on the way. There are tools and techniques you can use to calm your canine companion during the stormy weather.

Often, behavior modification includes desensitizing the animal to the stimulus (the scary noise), while offering a reward (a tasty treat). However, fear inhibits the ability to focus, so the key would be to lower the anxiety level to a threshold where learning can take place.

We don’t always know why our dogs are fearful of storms. It could be the noise that frightens them or it could be an experience they had during a storm. Sometimes their behavior changes with the barometric pressure and they will indicate a storm is coming before we ever see it on the horizon. Regardless of the reason, we can still help our dogs by offering them a new experience. Once your dog has that calm experience in his memory, he can call on it again and again to eventually alter the behavior.

There are a variety of choices for reducing fear and building confidence that are non-pharmaceutical, including methods or tools such as TTouch®, AlphaStim®, or body wraps,

which inf luence the nervous system to provide a calming effect and are cumulative.

Your dog may not have a problem with storms, but if he is bothered by other loud noise, then Independence Day may not be his favorite holiday. We all know that on July 4th there will be sporadic bursts of sound throughout the day. But to our dogs it can sound like acts of war. The same calming methods that are used for storms would apply to noise phobia (like fireworks), as well.

If the fear is pretty strong, you may want to consider additional non-pharmaceutical tools including flower essences, pheromone diffusers or sprays and calming supplements. If the fear is really intense, you should work with your veterinarian for alternatives.

Consider these tips for helping your companion animals stay safe through the Independence Day celebrations: • Don’t take your animal family members to fireworks displays • Never leave your pet in the car • Never leave your pets unattended in a yard (even if fenced) or on a chain • It is best to keep your animals inside in a room blocked from outside sound and leave a TV or radio playing • Always make sure your pets are wearing identification • If your pets are truly distressed, it is best to stay home with them or have someone sitting with them July 2014 | North Scottsdale Lifestyle 17

Aravaipa Farms An Exclusive, Rustic Get-a-way

Article Kathleen Blair | Photography Provided by Carole Steele

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cross the creek near Aravaipa Canyon amongst beautiful fruit orchards rest the rustic casitas of Aravaipa Farms, another world where phones, newspapers, television and the Internet don’t exist. It’s like something you read in a storybook about an enchanted forest has manifested before you. This is a place to refresh and recharge, to tune into the beauty of nature that surrounds you.

Carole Steele, owner of this wonderful property, has transformed a rundown farm and created five rustic casitas; two she 18 North Scottsdale Lifestyle | July 2014

originally found in ruins that were built in the 40’s and 50’s. She built a studio for herself, which has been converted into a casita, and worked her design magic on an old barn, converting it into two more casitas and a large dining room. There are patios and sitting areas everywhere you turn, as well as antique farm equipment. Even an organic garden and hen house sit on the property.

The casita’s are nestled against a mountain, Carol’s mountain; there is a lap pool and a few paths to explore the orchards and the canyon on her 246 acres.

Hiking, bird watching, swimming and relaxation are all offered at this magically rustic inn. You can often see wildlife and interesting birds from your patio…

From Restaurant Owner to Innkeeper

Steele grew up in Washington, D.C., the oldest of six children. Her father worked for the state prisons and her brother’s health brought her parents and siblings to Arizona in 1954.

When Steele and her husband planned to relocate to Alaska, they stopped in Arizona to visit her parents. Unfortunately, a car accident took her husband’s life and Steele settled in Arizona in 1958. She later met and married a cotton farmer and they lived in Sedona for 17 years. It was in 1968 while she was still living in Sedona that she and Joanne Goldwater built the shopping area called La Pasada Village.

Carole is no stranger to running successful businesses. She owned and operated C. Steele Company with her son Larry from 1976 to 1991. It was was located on Indian School in Scottsdale and on Camelback Road in Phoenix, and later moved into the downtown Mercado Center. In 1992 she was inducted into the Phoenix Scottsdale Culinary Hall of Fame. Shortly after, Steele partnered with Wayne Smith to open the first restaurant on The Farm at South Mountain which was originally a 10-acre pecan farm.

As the city grew and technology made bigger waves into the marketplace, Steele wanted to escape the fast pace life and went on a search to find a piece of wilderness in southern Arizona. She fell in love with Aravaipa Canyon with its 19,400 acres of federally protected wilderness.

“I wanted to escape from technology and create a quiet place, surrounding myself with things I love, where my friends and family could also visit me,” says Steele. “It has also become a place where strangers come and leave as friends.”

She opened in 1995 with two casitas and the main house, a charming three-bedroom adobe ranch house where guests would dine until the dining room was built. Three other casitas were added all having colorful, southwest designs and an eclectic blending of rustic furnishings, many homemade.

All the casitas have their own private entrance and covered patio and are furnished with queen size beds, a day bed, walk-in Saltillo tiled showers, wood-burning fireplaces, air conditioning and heating and a kitchenette equipped with dishes, utensils, coffeepot, teapot, toaster and small refrigerator. Outdoor grills are also available. The main dining room and kitchen are available to use if preparing a large meal. I found the kitchenette and its amenities adequate for my needs. Although I did take my breakfast to the dining room to fully experience the ambiance of the room.

I slept well the night of my stay, having walked through the

orchards while exploring the property and enjoying being outdoors. I was awaken the following morning by the rooster’s crow. It was enjoyable taking my fresh brewed coffee out on the patio where I watched the day begin. Steele describes the experience her locale offers.

“You enter a different world once you cross the creek into wilderness territory,” she explains.

Hiking, bird watching, swimming and relaxation are all offered at this magically rustic inn. You can often see wildlife and interesting birds from your patio so packing a pair of binoculars would be a good idea. Star gazing is an added treat as it gets so dark at night the sky looks like a blanket of stars. Peach, apricot and Asian pear trees are found along the creek. Jam making is a big pastime at the farm and guests are welcome to participate or purchase some along with other gift items found in the dining room.

Many of Steele’s charming, homemade rustic birdhouses, which decorate the casita’s patios, are also available to purchase. Hand painted dishes by Steele’s friend, Nancy Gaxiola, are in each casita and the dining room. An assortment of sizes and types are on display to purchase in the dining room’s gift shop as well. I couldn’t resist purchasing a little dish with the wording “Across the Creek Aravaipa Farms.”

A Rich History

During the 1800s, homesteaders moved into southeastern Arizona and encroached upon Apache territory. The Apache tribe was not going to allow this to happen and there were many bloody battles fought; they were not willing to give up their homeland.

Because of a major massacre where Apache women and children were killed by Tohono O’odham Indians, Mexicans and Anglo vigilantes, President Grant was forced to assign General Cook to the Arizona territory with a mission of ending the Indian wars and capture their leader, Geronimo. With Geronimo captured, the territory was now free from Indian resistance and homesteaders were safe to enter. They arrived and farmed the area Across The Creek at bringing goats and sheep with Aravaipa Farms them. Later cattle replaced 89395 E. Aravaipa Road the goats. Now, approximateWinkelman, AZ 85192 ly 40 families have made their 520.357.6901 home in Aravaipa Canyon, AravaipaFarms.com some for generations, and continued >

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Aravaipa Canyon is known worldwide for its dense biodiverse, spring-fed, pristine creek that weaves through the canyon. It is home to 100 butterfly species, 400 bird species, 92 mammals and 47 amphibians and reptiles. It recognized has having the greatest diversity of vertebrates in North America and the second highest land-mammal diversity in the world. The area has also been designated as the best birding in the country by the American Bird Conservancy.

Thankfully an Act of Congress was passed (first in 1984 and expanded in 1990) to ensure the beauty and wildlife of this area would be preserved. Therefore, only 30 people are allowed to hike the canyon per day. The Arizona Bureau of Land Management (BLM) and the Nature Conservancy manage the Aravaipa Wilderness Preserve and are located just three miles up the creek from the Inn. Advance reservations must be made and could take months to get, so contact them before your stay if you want to take the 12-mile hike through the canyon. Information on making a reservation and getting a hiking permit can be found on the BLM website.

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The area lends itself to nature lovers and artists as well. Artist Ted Nuttall, a figurative watercolorist, has held watercolor workshops twice annually for the past eight years. Many families have held reunions here as well as small weddings. Even a few Hollywood celebrities and travelers from other countries have found their way to this wonderful Inn. It’s a perfect location for small retreats; the canyon is waiting to be explored by you. For large parties, Steele will provide some of her gourmet meals for an additional charge.

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Giving Back

Whispering Hope Ranch Families Find Hope Among the Pines Article Michelle Guerrero | Photography Provided

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e were one of the last groups of campers to arrive. After checking in at the office we were escorted, via golf cart, to the campfire where the rest of our group was waiting. The sun was nearly set and the light from the campfire bounced off the surrounding trees. A cowboy was sitting on one of the benches surrounding the fire, tuning his guitar. A few kids were making s’mores, while others were drumming up good ghost stories to share. Soon there would be singing and even an impromptu karaoke by one of the campers who loves singing Patsy Cline songs.

The campfire setup was perfect for our group; there was plenty of space for the adaptive equipment and wheelchairs that several of our members used. Whispering Hope Ranch (WHR), a 45-acre sanctuary outside of Payson was built for groups just like ours. We were a hodgepodge of families, many of whom had children with disabilities, lots of siblings without disabilities, volunteers and friends. We all came together to enjoy the great outdoors.

A person unfamiliar with disability and accessibility might look around and see a typical rustic camp. Simple yet beautiful cabins with large spacious rooms, walk-in showers and large porches.

There are well-manicured walk ways throughout the camp and lots of pine trees. They have a large meadow, spring-fed pond, creek and antique fruit trees.

“With our partner organizations we provide life-changing experiences for children and families living with physical, medical, emotional or intellectual challenges,” says Mary Clark, executive director of Whispering Hope Ranch Foundation. “What happens here is magical. The sense of belonging when friendships are 22 North Scottsdale Lifestyle | July 2014

formed with others facing similar challenges; a special connection between a child and an animal; the healing that takes place through that sense of connection and community, that’s what inspires us to be here for every family in Arizona that needs us.”

The ranch, also an animal rescue, provides a home to more than 60 animals, most of whom have physical disabilities or have suffered trauma. The heart of the Whispering Hope experience lies in the healing bond that grows between their campers and these gentle animals. They have a new fully accessible Center for Human-Animal Interaction so that children with mobility challenges can spend time with the animals.

“People are building memories that not only sustain them until their next visit, but are cherished for a lifetime,” says Clark.

During our stay we built bird houses and created horse shoe art, learned archery, rode horses, enjoyed the playground and played sports. We had a movie night under the stars, cuddled up in blankets while munching on popcorn and candy. We ate our meals under a ramada, while listening to the wildlife chatter all around. Then visited with the animals, including deer, ducks, llamas, goats and horses.

Although there were a lot of activities available, there was also flexibility and time to relax. One of my favorite activities was playing in the creek and looking for crawdads. This was a big deal for the kids and their parents, as wheelchairs were left behind and kids sat at the edge of the creek giggling and squealing as they caught crawdads with their buckets, shovels and bare hands.

Today, there are more accessible features since my visit. They

now have a splash pad for the kids to cool off during the summer, complete with water wheelchairs.

There’s an accessible playfield with synthetic turf that can withstand significantly more use than natural grass, and reduces dust aiding those with respiratory issues. The field is used for soccer, basketball and even adaptive bicycle races. This year they are adding a wheelchair platform swing to their playground.

“We depend heavily on volunteers,” says Clark. “We have a mixture of volunteers that come up from the Valley, and we’ve had great support from the Payson area too.”

Some volunteers help with the campers, while others help from afar by putting together craft projects, like donkey-shaped nosew pillow kits. When camp isn’t in session, they welcome large volunteer groups to help with projects. Volunteering at WHR is a great way to get out of the heat, while doing something that makes a difference in someone’s life.

The ranch is supported entirely by private donations. They charge their guests a modest fee, but 75-80 percent of the costs is covered by the WHR Foundation. Bringing in new donors is always needed.

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Wizards of Wiz.

“A lot of donations is through word of mouth,” says Clark.

“Someone will read about us or come up to the ranch and like what we do. But we are more of a secret than we would like to be.”

One of WHR’s guiding principles is that hope is an essential element for healing. Healing might come as a parent observes their child smile when a miniature donkey breathes their own special magic on the arm of a nonverbal child. Perhaps someone who’s lost a loved one finally finds a place to breathe, and people to relate too. Maybe a little girl who uses a wheelchair, meets another little girl who uses one too, and they spend an afternoon splashing in the water on a warm summer day. Hope and healing comes in many forms, often whispering into one’s soul as they find a place of peace.

Learn more about partnering or volunteering with Whispering Hope Ranch Foundation by visiting WhisperingHopeRanch.org.

Submit your favorite nonprofit organization, or a special person involved in the community, for our Giving Back department to MichelleMGuerrero@live.com.

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AndyFood The Art of a Good Meal

Article Kathleen Blair | Photography provided by Andy Broder

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xcitement grew as I stepped into the culinary studio of Andy Broder, owner of AndyFood. I wasn’t sure what to expect, but knew he would offer an educational and fun evening cooking delicious recipes.

The culinary studio is fully equipped with all the necessities to transform basic ingredients into mouth watering creations. Stacks of dishes and serving platters filled a wall, indicative of Broder’s philosophy of taking meal preparation into meal presentation.

Passion Turned Profession

Broder didn’t plan on becoming a chef.

In fact, he graduated from the University of Arizona with a law degree. After practicing law for 12 years, he decided to turn in his briefcase in for a chef’s hat and make his passion for cooking into a fulltime career. He mastered his hobby by attending the Scottsdale Culinary Institute, now known as Le Cordon Blue. And, later interned for the LA Times, where he learned food styling.

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Eleven years ago, he opened AndyFood and has been teaching and lecturing about cooking ever since. Broder’s cooking classes are very popular with the corporate world that uses it for teambuilding and client appreciation gifts.

“When I have teambuilding classes, I feel like all my prior training comes into play,” says Broder. “My courtroom experience helps me with organization and communication, my English Lit background developed my vocabulary, my minor degree in psychology helps me interact with people and, of course, my love and knowledge of food I get to share with others.”

Yes, he has all the ingredients for a successful business. He is professional, passionate, knowledgeable and personable.

His demonstrations are entertaining and he wants everyone to leave learning something new about food and cooking as well as discover something new about themselves, and leave with their bellies satisfied no matter their level of cooking.

A Memorable Evening

Broder starts the evening welcoming everyone with a short demonstration on a few simple techniques to help in preparing the evening’s recipes.

Our class was split in half and we divided the recipes. The first group was a family which included mother, Jeanette, who received the gift last Christmas, her husband and two boys who brought a girlfriend and the girlfriend’s sister. The second group included Becky, who gave her mother, Rose, the experience as a gift for her birthday, and me.

Our class was called “Stuffed Stuff” and included recipes for Cotija Cheese and Pepita Stuffed Shrimp; Roquefort Stuffed Mushrooms; Spanish Rice and Cotija Cheese Stuffed Corn Husks; Bacon-Wrapped Chorizo Stuffed Fig; Tomatoes Stuffed with Shrimp Hash and Arugula; Blue Cheese Stuffed Sliders and Green Tea Mini Cheesecakes. Group one was responsible for the stuffed tomatoes, stuffed

sliders, stuffed shrimp and green tea mini cheesecakes. My team was responsible for the cheese stuffed shrimp, stuffed mushrooms, Spanish rice stuffed corn husks and bacon-wrapped stuffed figs.

As we started, most of us were a little lost on what to prepare first until we read the recipes and began preparing those that cooked the longest. Two stations for prepping made it easy as all the ingredients were measured out for us. We learned little tips from Broder, who with his staff were close by offering suggestions so we were not left clueless.

One of the tips that we loved and that I’ve started using at home was the proper way to cut an onion. After you remove the outer skin, cut a small portion off the bottom so it lays flat. Then make a slice at the bottom about 1/8” thick and without cutting all the way through continue cutting slices all the way to top. Turn the onion on its side and make 1/8” thick slices across in the opposite direction keeping onion intact. Now, rotate onion just a quarter turn and cut across onion again and you will have small cubes quickly and without tears.

It was so fun preparing each dish and learning about those in our group as everyone pitched in doing their part. When everything was cooked, the helpful staff transported our creations onto lovely platters creating a culinary buffet on the beautiful tableware which gave it a festive look.

Then, we all celebrated together.

Andy says the greatest compliment he has ever received for his cooking happened in school.

“Around the fifth week of culinary school, we had to make up a fish recipe to cook with using sole that we gutted and filleted ourselves,” he says.

“I made sole roulades stuffed with orange and Belgian endive and the Chef said, ‘You should be cooking professionally.’”

I am so glad to have had an opportunity to participate in one of the cooking classes. Unlike other cooking classes, the cozy, home-like atmosphere at AndyFood made the experience extra special. I thoroughly enjoyed my evening of cooking with those who attended the class. We all left with memories of a fun evening as we entertained ourselves learning new ideas and making delicious recipes we can now recreate in our own kitchen.

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What's Cooking?

Sweet Independence – Fourth of July Flag Tart

Article Suzette Zara | Photography Joy Reynolds

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ive an explosive end to your Fourth of July picnic with cool Frozen Watermelon Mojitos and a festive holiday Lean Cream Flag Fruit Tart! This easy patriotic dessert features sweet raspberries contrasted against a slightly tart cheesecake filling with a subtle hint of almond. As delicious as it is pretty, the tart bakes up quickly, with only 10 minutes in the oven, to keep your house cool as July temperatures rise.

The updated French cream filling is slightly creamier than our American cheesecakes and equally addictive, but this light version has far fewer calories; plus, there is a perfect excuse to bake up a French flag version on Bastille Day (July 14th), to honor the historic beginning of French Independence. Or, get creative for the Fourth and let your inner Betsy Ross shine with a blueberry and raspberry flag. Best of all, using reduced fat cheese helps keep fat lower while the fireworks of flavor soar! Vive la Diet!

Lean Cream Flag Fruit Tart

This versatile tart can be baked in a rectangular tart pan to decorate as a “flag” motif, or style it more casual for weeknights, in a 10-inch round pan, using a variety of fresh fruit. Try peaches, raspberries, strawberries, kiwi, oranges, blueberries, blackberries or any seasonal local fruit in a creative pattern to create a show-stopping, mouthwatering, perfect light summer dessert.

Crust:

• 18 sheets of honey graham crackers (2 of the 3 packages in 14-ounce box) • 4 tablespoons butter, melted • 3 tablespoons sugar • 1 teaspoon almond extract • 1/3 cup water (more as needed) French Cream Filling:

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Directions:

1. Preheat oven to 350˚. Spray a rectangular tart pan with non-stick spray (8x10-inch, with removable-bottom. Pan is available at Williams-Sonoma, and other kitchen supply stores).

2. Prepare crust: Place one block of graham crackers (about 9 sheets) in food processor; process until crumbly. Pour into medium bowl. Repeat with other block of crackers. Add melted butter and sugar to crackers in bowl; stir until moistened, adding enough water to dough until crust is moist enough to stay together, almost in a ball. Press crust into bottom of prepared tart pan and up sides, nearly to top. If crust appears to be “breaking,” add more water until dough is cohesive. Spray entire crust lightly with nonstick spray prior to putting in oven (this keeps crust moist for filling). Bake at 350˚ for 10-14 minutes, or until lightly browned. Cool crust in pan, on wire rack.

3. Prepare cream filling: Combine all filling ingredients in small bowl, stirring until smooth. Spread over bottom of tart shell.

4. Create Fruit Topping: If desired, spray fruit lightly with cooking spray to give a more “shiny” appearance (optional). Arrange blueberries in lines in upper left of tart to look like top corner of flag; arrange raspberries in lines to look like red “stripes” of flag. Place almonds decoratively between rows of fruit and around edges (this visually softens any uneven edges). Cover and chill, about 4 hours.

Store unused portions in refrigerator. Yield: 10 servings; Nutrition (per serving): Calories: 295; Fat: 9.1g; Protein: 4.8g. Cost (per serving): $1.65.

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Lifestyle Calendar

July

the Independence Day Music Festival features great music and the largest fireworks show in the valley. For more information, call 480.270.5000 or visit SaltRiverFields.com.

JULY 1 FINANCIAL WORKSHOP SCOTTSDALE

The “Chart a Course to Retirement” course will cover the challenges facing retirees and those planning to retire soon. A free workbook will be provided for the financial presentation. The workbook contains key information, worksheets and questions to help participants remember important points from the seminar. The course is from 11 a.m. to 12 p.m. at Civic Center Eureka. To register, go to Meetup.com/Eureka-Scottsdale.

JULY 1, 8

9 p.m. on Sunday, July 6. Bring a blanket or chair to hear a variety of favorite local bands. Train and carousel rides are available during all concerts. Tickets are $2 each and children under the age of three ride free with a paying adult. Food will be available for purchase. The park is located at 7301 E. Indian Bend Road. For more information, call 480.312.2312 or visit ScottsdaleAZ.gov/ parks/RailroadPark.

JULY 6 6TH ANNUAL JCC SCOTTSDALE FIRECRACKER ADULT & YOUTH & SPRINT TRIATHLON & DUATHLON

JULY 4 PICNIC AT THE POOL SCOTTSDALE

Scottsdale’s Cactus, Chaparral, Eldorado and McDowell Mountain Ranch aquatic centers will all be open for public swim from 1 to 5 p.m. July 4. Bring the whole family for a poolside picnic with food vendors and music at Chaparral, Eldorado, or McDowell Mountain Ranch. Celebrate our country’s independence by the beach-front entries and have fun in the water-play features.

No swim lessons on July 4, just fun in the sun. Regular pool admission fees apply. For more information call 480.312.POOL or visit ScottsdaleAz.gov/sports/aquatics.

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Held at the Valley of the Sun Jewish Community Center Pool, 12701 N. Scottsdale Rd., the event features a “Mini Tri” for adults that features a 250-yard swim, 9.5-mile bike ride and a 2-mile run; a “Maxi Tri” with a 500-yard swim, 12.6-mile bike ride and 2-mile run; a youth event with a 100-yard swim, 3.1-mile bike ride and 1/2-mile run, or a Duathlon for adults with a 1/2-mile run, 9.5-mile bike ride, and 2-mile run. The event begins at 5:30 a.m. For more information, visit TriFamilyRacing.com.

READING BUDDIES CLUB SCOTTSDALE

Help prepare children for success with extra support and encouragement in reading this summer through a fun program at the Scottsdale Public Library. This program targets improving a child’s reading skills and boosting their self confidence. Teen volunteers will use engaging tools such as iPads, games and crafts to inspire young minds. Registration is required for the classes, which are from 1 to 2:30 p.m. on Tuesday, July 1 and 8, at the Civic Center Branch, Copper Gallery at the Scottsdale Public Library. For more information, visit Library.ScottsdaleAZ.Gov.

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McCormick-Stillman Railroad Park is the place to be for a free concert from 7:30 to

The Tempe Community Action Agency launched the Tempe Community Market as a way to bring locally grown food and

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TEMPE COMMUNITY MARKET

products to the public. It also offers a “community exchange,” welcoming produce from those with backyard, community or market gardens and surplus produce. The market will be held every Sunday during the summer from 8 a.m. to 12 p.m. at 620 N. Mill Ave., Tempe. For more information, visit TempeAction.org

JULY 10 25TH ANNUAL SUMMER SPECTACULAR ARTWALK SCOTTSDALE

Held in the Scottsdale Arts District, art fans can chill with music, art and prize-filled ice sculptures, dozens of galleries host artist receptions, and demonstrations. The free event, which is from 7 to 9 p.m., is hosted by the Scottsdale Gallery Association in conjunction with City of Scottsdale. For more information, call 480.990.3939 or visit ScottsdaleGalleries.com

JULY 10 CAREER CONNECTORS SCOTTSDALE

Are you in a career transition? Come and discover Career Connectors, a nonprofit organization connecting professionals to high quality resources and hiring companies. Events are held four times a month; all available at no cost. Each event includes professional career speakers with presentations on relevant

job search topics, three to four feature hiring companies, networking, resume help, career coaches, LinkedIn coaches and business portraits. Career Connectors meets at Highlands Church, 9050 E. Pinnacle Peak Rd., Scottsdale. For more information, call 480.442.5806 or visit CareerConnectors.org

JULY 26 CAMP DREAMTREE BIRD WATCHING SCOTTSDALE

Join Camp Counselor Jaime Chandler (J-Bird), an avid birdwatcher, for a morning of bird watching, identifying, and drawing at Camp Dreamtree in the Gallery@ Civic Center Library, 3839 N. Drinkwater Blvd., in Scottsdale. The event is free and from 10:30 to 11:30 a.m., and participants may drop in; no registration required. For more information, visit ScottsdalePublicArt.org/ events/camp-dreamtree-bird-watching.

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Parting Thoughts

Summer Living Words Michelle Guerrero

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s a rule of thumb, I try not to generalize, but I think it’s safe to say, those of us who live in the Valley excel at finding creative ways to stay cool during the summer. And this is no easy task. We have perfected our skills after years of dealing with brutal, egg-frying-on-the-sidewalk-by-9-a.m. heat.

And why do we stay in a place where rain is scarce and the heat is so prolific? That’s a question I can answer in two words: polar vortex. Remember hearing about that? Although I felt terrible for my family who live in the Midwest, I couldn’t help but smile this winter as I sipped my coffee with my sliding door wide open listening to the news casters go on about the record breaking cold hitting the rest of the country. I glanced outside to watch the dogs sunbathing in the yard, the warm morning light glistening off my crystal blue pool and the flowers already in bloom.

Although I didn’t need to concern myself with scraping ice off my car windshield or bundling my children in ten layers of clothes for school, the looming thought of our impending summer did flitter in my mind. Was I going to pay for this happy moment? The answer is no, because I, too, have become an expert at surviving summer.

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get the sunscreen. Secondly, summer mornings are lovely here, but get an early start. Hit the trail by 6 a.m. to enjoy the great outdoors.

Pool parties are the best! We grill outside whenever we can to keep the stove off. There is nothing like a dip in the pool on a hot day, a frosty margarita in hand and burgers on the grill. You don’t have to wait for the weekend to have a family pool party; cool kids equal a happy family.

Stay-cations are also a fantastic way to beat the heat. Take advantage of the great summer deals our local resorts typically promote. You can also play tourist for a day and enjoy the museums or art centers you might normally pass up. Go to a matinee or out for ice cream.

If you don’t want to leave the house because even the car is scorching, have an in-home movie afternoon. Close the blinds, pop the popcorn, grab the candy and an ice cold soda. I recommend movies that feature snow! Anyone up for Frozen again?

And if all else fails, don’t be ashamed to take a drive to cooler country! One of the beautiful things about the Valley is that we are one to two hours away from mountains and cool breezes. We are only a half-a-day drive from the ocean. It’s amazing how great 90 degrees feels when you’ve been living in 110!

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