March 2014 DC Ranch News

DC Ranch.com

A publication of the DC Ranch Community Council

Photo: Brighid Tomasik

March 2014 • Vol. 6, No. 3

The Saturday farmer’s market at The Homestead Community Center offers an abundance of fresh produce with a convenient location right here in the community. And for many customers—including one who’s battling cancer—the offerings are helping to improve their lifestyles one delicious vegetable at a time. | Page 12

In This Issue

For 30 years, Goldie Brown lived and worked at Brown’s Ranch at the base of Browns Mountain which is now part of the McDowell Sonoran Preserve.

Ranch News Highlights. . . . . . . . . 2

Arts and Culture . . . . . . . . . . . 10

Community Updates. . . . . . . . . . . 3

Around Scottsdale. . . . . . . . . . 11

Professional Profile. . . . . . . . . . . 5

Community Garden. . . . . . . . . 13

McDowell Sonoran Conservancy. . 6

Around the Ranch. . . . . . . . . . 14

Lady of the mountain: A look at DC Ranch’s original ‘Golden Girl’ Goldie Brown was a no-nonsense ranch wife who helped her husband, E. E. “Brownie” Brown, turn DC Ranch and the foothills of Browns Mountain into a bustling cattle

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operation in the 1940s. In celebration of Women’s History Month, learn about

Goldie’s transformation from a bar server into one of the most polarizing ladies to

Saturday, March 1

Run for Ryan House at DC Ranch

shape the history of north Scottsdale. | Page 8

7 a.m. | Market Street Monday, March 3

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Ranch Association Board of Directors

6 p.m. | The Homestead Community Center Friday, March 21

Starlight Concert Series: The Dina Preston Band 6 p.m. | Market Street Park Thursday, March 27

Community Council Board of Directors

4:30 p.m. | Desert Camp Community Center Community Calendar Pg. 7

Volunteer Appreciation

Re/Max Platinum Living expands in size and specialty

Nominate a neighbor for annual service awards

The iconic hot air balloon, which has become the symbol for Re/Max real estate, is proudly rising to new heights in north Scottsdale thanks to an exceptional brokerage team. From their home base in DC Ranch Crossing, Re/Max Platinum Living has expanded its office and team to offer even more expertise to its clients. | Page 4

Each year the Community Council recognizes a select group of residents and community partners for their extraordinary service to DC Ranch. Nominations are now being accepted for the annual Volunteer Appreciation Celebration which shines a light on those special individuals who lead by example. | Page 9

Photo: Scottsdale Historical Society

Farmer’s market supports clean living for resident battling breast cancer

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March 2014 • Vol. 6, No. 3

Ranch News Highlights

Spring signals new beginnings with inspiration from the past

Enjoy the DC Ranch Lifestyle!

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Community Engagement Director | Jona Davis Senior Communications Manager | Jeremy Stevens Communications Coordinators | Brighid Tomasik & Elizabeth Dankert Phone: 480.585.1641 E-mail: communications.team@dcranchinc.com Web site: www.dcranch.com Published by

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Is there any better time to live, work, or play in DC Ranch than the spring?

March weather is ideal to get outside and soak up some fresh air before the warmer months arrive. The spring Wildflower Walk early next month is an excellent opportunity to explore the community in its full beauty while also learning about the flora and fauna that surround us. You can learn more about the annual event on page 3.

The change of season is a natural time to take stock of where we’ve headed Jeremy Stevens and also look back on the past. If you’ve ever researched the history of DC Ranch, you’ve no doubt heard the names Doc Crosby, Chicken Henry, and E.O. Brown. What about the women on the ranch? Since March is Women’s History Month, it’s a great opportunity to showcase one of the first ladies of DC Ranch, Goldie Brown. The back story of Goldie on page 8 explains why you don’t hear much about her.

There are plenty of women in DC Ranch who are shaping the future as well. The Community Council’s annual Volunteer Appreciation event is coming up in April, and resident Pat Simpson talks about being a past recipient and what service and leadership mean to her on page 9.

Entrepreneur Kelly Richardson is shaping her future by following a passion for health and wellness, and opening The Pilates Room on Market Street. On page 5, you’ll learn more about a special climb she made that left a lasting impression on her outlook on life.

For families, spring is a good reminder about staying active and eating healthy. How about taking a family bike ride to the Saturday farmer’s market at The Homestead Community Center? Fresh and local produce can make such a difference on your health. In fact, on page 12, meet one resident who’s working to beat cancer with the help of fresh produce from the market.

Spring also signals new beginnings within the DC Ranch team. Residents will notice some new faces at the community centers, which is exciting yet bittersweet as we also say a fond farewell to two wonderful leaders.

Read more about the transition on page 3.

Here’s to making the most of your new beginnings this spring!

—Jeremy Stevens, Senior Communications Manager

Ranch News is a non-for-profit newspaper published monthly by the DC Ranch Community Council to share timely and relevant information with residents.

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Spotlight on Ranch Association

3 Community Updates On Jan. 23, Tom Headley was elected president of the Community Council Board of Directors. Headley succeeded Rich Puricelli as president and will serve on the board until Dec. 31, 2015. Having lived in DC Ranch for 11 years, Headley is a former Neighborhood Voting Member and served as co-chair of the Telecommunications Task Force that opened up DC Ranch to all telecommunications providers. Headley is the founder and CEO of Strategic Solar Energy, LLC. He and his wife Judy reside in Country Club village.

Candidates for board of directors to speak at forum Native plants and trees enhance the natural desert setting in DC Ranch neighborhoods.

Revitalize your yard and home with easy spring cleaning tips

Spring is the time of year when many people decide to work on their homes.

Whether the focus is on landscaping or maintenance, a few things need to be taken into account before the work begins.

Landscape | If plants have suffered frost damage, now is the time to assess them.

Trim back dead branches or replace the dying plant, especially if the damage is extensive. The Ranch Association requires a certain amount of landscape on each property. Before planting, be sure to review the approved neighborhood plant pallet list, which provides guidance in determining what to plant. These guidelines maintain the integrity and character of the surrounding landscape, keeping fluidity within each community. Residents also should be aware of the prohibited plant list.

In order to maintain a regionally appropriate living environment, certain plants are not allowed in the landscape or even within pots or containers.

Spring is also a season to trim trees. Trees should be trimmed back at least 24 to 36 inches from the roof line. When trimming, make sure to trim away from the house so the tree limbs do not land on the roof tiles. If a limb hits the roof, it could loosen the tiles or possibly break them. If a break goes unnoticed, the roof could leak which could potentially cause major damage.

House | Besides landscape updates, now is a great time to inspect the property for lights not working, peeling paint, and broken equipment. Please take the opportunity to check the exterior lighting on your home and replace burnt out bulbs and/ or photocells. Repaint before the weather gets too hot and repair any broken equipment like pool pumps or cooling units.

Inside the home, ensure the air filters are changed regularly. Pleated filters seem to work the best. Another idea is to have the air conditioning unit serviced before the summer months. Put new batteries in all smoke alarms. Finally, have a pest company come out and spray inside and outside, as the heat tends to bring the bugs with it.

Any modifications to the property—including exterior architecture additions, landscape revisions, and pool installations—are subject to Ranch Association’s review and approval. When contemplating exterior modifications to home or landscape, residents must submit a written request to obtain approval prior to modification.

Should you have any questions, please do not hesitate to contact the Ranch Association at 480.513.1500.

—Aprille Slutsky

Staff anniversaries

The following DC Ranch team members celebrate an anniversary in March.

Please join us in thanking them for their service to DC Ranch.

Community Council Amber Nash, Events and Program Coordinator, 2 years Ranch Association Jose Balderas, Landscape Team, 6 years Alejandro Lopes, Facilities Maintenance Team, 6 years Linda Wilkum, Human Resources Manager, 5 years Victor Cazares, Facilities Maintenance Team, 2 years

The Ranch Association Board of Directors has three seats up for election this year.

To gather more information, residents are invited to attend the candidate forum on Wednesday, March 19, at Desert Camp Community Center at 6 p.m. The forum is a great opportunity for residents to get to know the candidates. The candidates will talk about their experiences, interests, and goals. In order to help determine their votes, residents are encouraged to ask questions to discover where the candidates stand on issues which may be of importance to them. Candidate statements are posted online at DCRanch.com for residents to review at any time. Election results will be announced at the Annual Meeting on Monday, April 7, at The Homestead Community Center.

Address neighborhood concerns through proper avenues

Occasionally, living in DC Ranch, residents encounter issues, and are unsure of how to handle them or whom to contact. Security concerns should be taken to the West Gatehouse; call them at 480.473.7362. Neighborhood-specific concerns can go to your Neighborhood Voting Member (NVM) or the Ranch Association. A list of NVMs is available on DC Ranch.com under Resident Services. Residents may also call the Ranch Association directly at 480.513.1500.

Read security reports on Resident Services

The Ranch Association posts gate and security incidents reports online. Interested residents can login to the Resident Services portal on DCRanch.com to access the reports. Click on “Resource Center” and then “Security Services.” The gate entries report shows the number of vehicles that have entered each gate during the month. The incident report lists incidents that Security Services responded to, including alarms, suspicious activity, loose dogs, noise complaints, and more.

Take a journey through bright blossoms at the Wildflower Walk

On Saturday, April 5, join Landscape Manager Gary Whitener II for the annual spring Wildflower Walk. This year, there will be two walks: one at 8 a.m. and the other at 10 a.m. Both walks will start at Desert Camp Community Center where residents may enjoy light snacks beforehand. Each walk is limited to 20 residents; RSVP by email to gary.whitener@dcranchinc.com. Get more details on the DCRanch.com calendar.

Long-time team members depart DC Ranch

Community Engagement Director Kimberly Crowther Miller has left the Community Council after seven years of service. Miller managed the communications department, and revamped Ranch News and DCRanch.com. Facilities & Recreation Director Jon Carlson has also left the Community Council after four years of service. Carlson managed operations at The Homestead and Desert Camp Community Centers, and oversaw design and construction of the DC Ranch Community Garden at Copper Ridge School. The Community Council would like to thank Miller and Carlson for their dedication and service to DC Ranch, and wishes them well on their next adventures.

Community Council welcomes new staff

Jona Davis has been hired as the Community Engagement Director after serving the City of Scottsdale for 17 years as recreation supervisor. Davis has also taught at Scottsdale Community College.

Bradley Bishop is now the Facilities & Recreation Director after working for the Jona Davis Bradley Bishop City of Scottsdale as recreation supervisor managing Scottsdale’s aquatic facilities for six years. Stop by Desert Camp Community Center to say hello to the new Community Council leaders.

Photos: Jeremy Stevens

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With a larger property next to AJ’s Fine Foods at DC Ranch Crossing, Jay and Michelle Macklin are ready to enter a new decade of buying and selling experiences for their clients. The co-owners of RE/MAX Platinum Living aren’t new to the neighborhood, but their business certainly is expanding. Learn how the husband-and-wife duo is building a name in the real estate industry.

Q: What influenced you to establish your business in DC Ranch Crossing?

A: We have lived in DC Ranch since 2008, more recently as Silverleaf residents and club members since 2010. We maintained offices out of our home for a long time. When we realized we had to branch out in 2012, DC Ranch Crossing was the perfect fit for us. It had what we needed: the right space and a property manager who is great to work with. Although RE/MAX Platinum Living is based in DC Ranch, our focus extends to north Scottsdale and north Phoenix, with easy freeway access from our offices.

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Q: Why would RE/MAX Platinum Living be a good choice for anyone buying or selling a home?

A: Not only do we consider ourselves DC Ranch and Silverleaf experts, we know the whole area by retaining agents that are exclusive to Scottsdale. Before the advent of online data, real estate agents were considered the gatekeepers to all information. Today, information is easily accessible. What sets us apart now is our emphasis on expert business advice and service. To be sustainable, you must be able to recognize trends from timing, to motivation and personal factors. Ultimately, our responsibility is to provide the best information and analysis to help our clients make the best decision possible.

Q: What unique in-house services do you offer a home buyer or seller?

A: We’ve always maintained that cost and fear are only an issue in the absence of value. RE/MAX Platinum Living offers a guaranteed insurance policy for the buyer or seller. If a client isn’t happy with his or her purchase, we will buy the property back within 24 months. At the same time, if your home doesn’t sell for asking price, we will pay the difference. We believe that there are 200 steps to selling a home.

If you follow them innately and in order, you will get your price, or above.

Q: Can you give us your professional take on the current housing market here in the Valley of the Sun, and DC Ranch in particular?

A: The market is very healthy. Although the western U.S. housing market has slowed down 10 percent due to availability, home values are remaining steady.

Barring unforeseen circumstances, the next 18 months should be very healthy, with a steady five- to seven-percent increase outweighing inflation. Currently, our average listing is selling within 30 to 45 days, which allows us to attain the highest selling price possible.

—Ruth Rosenquist

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Professional Profile

(Third from right) Kelly Richardson followed her dream of traveling to Africa by climbing Mt. Kilimanjaro and also by opening The Pilates Room on Market Street. Learn more about programs at ThePilatesRoomAZ.com.

Independence rediscovered at 19,336 feet

Back in the mid-1990s, Kelly Richardson, DC Ranch resident and owner of The Pilates Room on Market Street, never envisioned herself leading a successful fitness studio in north Scottsdale.

Richardson spent several years working in the corporate world in Osaka, Japan, but then decided to pursue her passion for health and fitness. In 2008, she moved to DC Ranch with her twin sons and embarked on a new career path by opening The Pilates Room.

In the spirit of making that life-changing decision years ago, Richardson never let go of her passion for traveling. She learned, instead, how to incorporate fitness into travel. Richardson joined the K2 Adventures Foundation as a board member and began training with K2 to climb Mt. Kilimanjaro while joining them on a community service trip.

“Traveling to Africa has always been a long-time dream, and I got to experience this in the summer of 2012 with K2 Summit Productions,” said Richardson. “The organization raised funds to build a medical facility onsite at The Mwereni School in Tanzania. As a board member, it seemed like an opportune way to see our grant money in action while also checking off an item on my bucket list.”

The trip to Africa changed her life forever.

“Not only was I able to experience the impact that the school had on others, but I was there with my climbing team during the Fourth of July—Independence Day,” said Richardson. “There were so many American flags flying on the day of our summit.

One of our fellow climbers was a veteran who had become blind during service. It was difficult not to be inspired and humbled at the same time.”

Being surrounded by so many inspirational people and events had Richardson reframe her own thoughts on independence. As a working mom, Africa became Richardson’s place to reclaim her individuality.

“Traveling in such an important part of the world made me gain a piece of my independent self back,” said Richardson. “As parents, I think we all lose a portion of our identity to our children. Yet, I found my adventurer within again—the one who went around the world when I was 22. With that trip, I learned that I am totally okay with giving that piece of me to the kids. I missed them like crazy.”

Obviously, this well-traveled business woman has a few more adventures on her wish list with the hopes of learning many more life-changing lessons.

“I think this time around I would hit Italy for all of the obvious reasons,” said Richardson. “My parents did a great job exposing my family to international experiences, both educationally and professionally. Like my parents, I hope to encourage my children to explore the world.”

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Educate yourself about the Preserve through hikes, history, and classroom learning

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Upon becoming a steward with the McDowell Sonoran Conservancy (MSC), I quickly learned that the Conservancy’s steward ranks are filled with experts. While I learned about things you would expect a new steward to learn, like basic preparedness and the McDowell Sonoran Preserve rules, I was also taught natural history, human history, geology, and McDowell Sonoran Conservancy offers educational programs and hikes that teach more. Frankly, the list is nearly endless participants about the ecology, geology, history, and I continue to learn more about the and other aspects of the Preserve.

Preserve and the Sonoran Desert every month. I feel tremendously fortunate to be associated with the many stewards who so graciously passed on this information that they worked so hard to obtain.

The good news is that you don’t need to be a steward to learn from one (although if you want to become a steward you will be welcomed with open arms). MSC’s March schedule offers an amazing variety of learning opportunities that cover a variety of topics in various locations. March has something for everyone.

MSC’s Plants and Animals of the Desert hike gets underway at 7:45 a.m. on Sunday, March 9, at the Lost Dog Wash Trailhead and will focus on the Sonoran Desert’s great diversity of plants and animals. For outdoor learning, you might also consider the wildflower hikes at 7:45 a.m. on Sunday, March 16, at Sunrise Trailhead, and Wednesday, March 26, at Gateway Trailhead; the Desert Ecology hike at 7:45 a.m. on Tuesday, March 18, at Tom’s Thumb Trailhead; or the Geology Story hike at 7:45 a.m. on Sunday, March 23, at Gateway Trailhead. You can learn about wildflowers, challenges the desert poses to plants and animals, or the interesting geology in our own backyards.

If human history is more your style, you can learn about the historic Stoneman Road on a Wednesday, March 12. The hike begins at 7:45 a.m. at the Fraesfield Trailhead (134th Street and Dynamite). MSC’s PastFinders, a group whose mission is to research, preserve, interpret and disseminate information regarding the history of the McDowell Mountains, spent several months researching the Stoneman Road in the Preserve. Constructed on orders from Colonel (brevet Major General) George Stoneman, the military commander of all troops in the Arizona Territory, the road followed a network of established trails used by Yavapai and Apache bands for hunting, gathering and raiding. You can walk portions of the actual route and learn more about its origin, namesake, and value to our history. The hike takes 3.5 hours and covers 4.6 miles over moderate terrain.

Finally, March also offers classroom learning. MSC’s Natural History class begins at 8 a.m. on Saturday, March 15, at Scottsdale Community College (SB183). The class will cover the geology and ecology of the Preserve. Contact jill@mcdowellsonoran.org to register.

All of these offerings are taught by volunteer MSC stewards. The breadth and depth of their knowledge is incredible, and I strongly encourage everyone to take advantage of these unique opportunities.

For more information, visit the events calendar at McDowellSonoran.org. Until next time, I’ll see you on the trails.

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Community Calendar

The following is a list of events and activities at DC Ranch this month. Some activities and events may have a fee or admission. Please see DCRanch.com for more information and an up-to-date calendar of activities.

DC Ranch Women: Spring Luncheon Photo: Courtesy of Visit Films

Wednesday, March 12 | 11 a.m. to 1 p.m.

Isabella’s at Grayhawk 480.342.7178 RSVP on DCRanch.com Mingle with neighbors at a spring luncheon on the patio. DC Ranch Women will meet for lunch at Isabella’s at Grayhawk located on Thompson Peak Parkway west of Pima Road.

Ranch Association Board Candidate Forum

DC Ranch Film Club: Screening of Mister John Sunday, March 16 | Noon to 3 p.m.

The Homestead Community Center Register on DCRanch.com

Admission is $17 for residents; proceeds will be donated to SIFF. Participants will enjoy Irish-themed food and beverages.

Adult Social Clubs & Activities Mahjong Mondays | 12:30 to 4 p.m.

Desert Camp Community Center 480.342.7178

Duplicate Bridge Tuesdays | 1 to 4 p.m.

The Homestead Community Center 480.585.4699

Social Bridge Wednesdays | 12:30 to 4 p.m.

Desert Camp Community Center 480.513.6296

Fitness Activities Barre Fitness Mondays | 10:30 to 11:30 a.m.

The Homestead Community Center 480.585.1641

Fitball Tuesdays | 9:30 to 10:15 a.m.

The Homestead Community Center 480.585.1641

Get to know the candidates running for the 2014 Ranch Association Board of Directors.

The candidates will answer questions about topics that affect your community and how they would handle each issue. For more information, contact Communications Coordinator Aprille Slutsky at 480.419.5308.

Photo: Aprille Slutsky

Celebrate the Irish culture with a modern Gaelic film. The DC Ranch Film Club and the Scottsdale International Film Festival (SIFF) will host a viewing of the acclaimed Irish film Mister John. After discovering his wife’s infidelities, Gerry leaves London to look after his deceased brother’s business and family in Singapore. Discovering a foreign world of opportunity that had not existed before gives Gerry a chance at starting over by slipping into his brother’s life as “Mister John.”

Wednesday, March 19 | 6 p.m.

Desert Camp Community Center 480.419.5308

Yoga

Children’s Dance

Tuesdays and Thursdays | 9 to 10 a.m.

Desert Camp Community Center 480.818.3232

Wednesdays | 10 to 10:45 a.m.

The Homestead Community Center 480.628.0881

Zumba Tuesdays and Thursdays | 10:30 to 11:30 a.m.

The Homestead Community Center 480.585.1641

Pickleball Fridays | 1 p.m.

Desert Camp Community Center 480.342.7178

Child, Youth & Teen Activities Storytime Thursdays | 9 to 10 a.m.

The Homestead Community Center 480.585.1641

Kindermusik Wednesdays | 9:15 a.m. to Noon Desert Camp Community Center 480.794.0222

TGIF: Little Wranglers Creatures of the Night Friday, March 7 | 6 to 8:30 p.m.

Desert Camp Community Center 480.342.7178

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Community Events & Activities Run for Ryan House at DC Ranch Saturday, March 1 | 7 a.m. to Noon Market Street 480.342.7178

Trailblazer Breakfast Thursdays | 8 to 10 a.m.

Desert Camp Community Center 480.342.7178

Community Meetings

Overnight at the Phoenix Zoo Friday, March 7 to Saturday, March 8 | 6 p.m.

The Phoenix Zoo 480.342.7178

Ranch Association Board of Directors

TGIF: Teen Night Out

Tuesday, March 11 & 25 | 4:30 to 5:30 p.m.

The Ranch Offices on Market Street 480.419.5307

Dave and Busters Friday, March 21 | 6 to 10 p.m.

Desert Camp Community Center 480.342.7178

Monday, March 3 | 6 to 7:30 p.m.

The Homestead Community Center 480.419.5308

Ranch Association Modification Committee

Community Council Board of Directors Monday, March 27 | 4:30 p.m.

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Women Shaping Local History

When she passed away, alone and childless, in the small ranch house at the northeast base of Browns Mountain, Goldie Brown was considered a pariah by proper folk in Scottsdale. Her obituary in the April 26, 1971 edition of the Scottsdale Progress consists of five sentences, two of which describe funeral arrangements.

In the historical publication of the McDowell Mountains and Scottsdale, Historic Scottsdale – A Life from the Land, Goldie’s husband E. E. Brown merits six references, E. E.’s first wife Merle merits two references, and other Brown family members are mentioned a dozen times. Goldie’s name does not appear.

In the words of a local historian, who knew her: “We don’t talk about Goldie Brown.”

But there is one thing that can be said for Goldie: She was a ranch wife for 29 years in the shadow of Browns Mountain. She loved it there, lived there, and died there.

It was her place.

She was born Goldie Chrisman in Arabella, New Mexico in 1905, and like many during the Great Depression sought her future away from the sands of New Mexico. She arrived in the Phoenix area in 1932, eventually finding work as a bar server in Scottsdale where she met Ellsworth Edwin Brown. Brown, the son of prominent local businessman and entrepreneur E. O. Brown, was known to all as “Big Brownie.” Brownie was the stereotypical Arizona rancher: A 6 foot 4 inch, 250 pound, revolver packing cowman who enjoyed living on

the range of his 44,000 acre spread.

Smitten with Goldie, Brownie divorced his wife, Merle, in 1942, leaving her with four children. Later that year he married Goldie. In Scottsdale, a town with fewer than 2,000 residents, the dumping of a devoted mother for a bar server earned Goldie the reputation of a home wrecker.

Perhaps because of that reputation, Brownie convinced Goldie to live at the Brown’s Ranch headquarters complex near Browns Mountain.

In a 1967 litigation interview concerning the Brown estate, Goldie said: “That winter [Brownie and I] moved into a two room rock shack about 12 feet wide and 24 feet long put together with mud and no ceiling [with] a wood stove and fireplace, not even water piped in.”

Goldie promptly went to work at the homestead.

“I was young and strong so I worked like a man as long as 14 hours a day cooking for the men who worked for us [while] raising a large garden, chickens, and turkeys,” recalled Goldie. “I even put wood in the wood box. I had to push it up the side of the mountain in a wheelbarrow many times [in order to] even chop it.”

In 1946, Brownie undertook improvements to Frazier Spring in Windgate Pass.

“He took all the men upon a mountain to develop a spring and they had to live in a camp [and] the closest you could get was about two miles. I had horses in a corral there at the foot of the mountain,” said Goldie. “I

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E.E. “Brownie” and Goldie Brown in the 1950s.

did all the work at the ranch alone and packed groceries up to them for several months.”

As the years passed, Brownie’s ranching business acquired debts. In order to survive, he formed a partnership with Kemper Marley, an influential Arizona entrepreneur with significant political connections. It was a partnership of which Goldie disapproved.

When Brownie passed away in 1966, the ownership of Browns Ranch was disputed. Years of litigation ensued involving Marley, Goldie, and Brownie’s children. Few Arizona residents had the temerity to take on Kemper Marley. Goldie, however, was a fighter, as was her attorney, another feisty woman, Virginia Hash.

Although Marley received the bulk of the ranch assets, Goldie was eventually awarded much of the land surrounding Browns Mountain, including the homestead in which she would live out her life.

—Len Marcisz, McDowell Sonoran Conservancy steward

Photo: Robbi Henrickson

Sonoran Desert Women: A new way to support the Preserve Robbi Henrickson | DC Ranch resident and Sonoran Desert Women member Sonoran Desert Women, part of the McDowell raise awareness and share the history of the McDowell Sonoran Conservancy, is a group of women who seek to Mountains and its settlement. They focus on the role that pioneer and Native American women have played in the growth and development of the land within and surrounding the McDowell Sonoran Preserve.

The group of 100 women obtains, preserves, and elevates stories of women about the challenges faced and progress achieved of living and working in the Sonoran Desert. These stories create role models for future generations to admire and emulate.

(From left) Mary Lemionet, Leslie Dashew, Jody Goldman, and Virginia Started only last year, Sonoran Desert Women have Ray Long attended the Sonoran Desert Women Gallery and Wine already honored the courage and dedication of Scottsevent which was held at the Sudal Gallery in Old Town Scottsdale. dale’s settlers through their role in developing the multi-

media Brown’s Ranch Interpretive Center featured at the Preserve’s Brown’s Ranch trailhead. In addition, the group facilitates lectures, hikes, social events, and a book club.

“Sonoran Desert Women raised the funds and helped create the first trailhead in the Preserve that focuses on the human history of this region,” said Mike Nolan, executive director of the McDowell Sonoran Conservancy. “We are most appreciative of the women who joined as founders of this organization and helped lay the foundation for future projects and activities.”

Sonoran Desert Women is looking to expand their membership. If you are interested in joining, please contact Jody Goldman at jodygoldman@cox.net.

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Volunteer Appreciation

Philanthropy honoree calls for nominations for annual volunteer awards

Do you know a neighbor who is consistently giving back to DC Ranch or the greater community? Celebrate this individual by nominating him or her for the 2014 Volunteer Appreciation Awards.

Pat Simpson Every April, the Community Council commemorates those who are a pillar of DC Ranch’s mission: To create a connected and welcoming community that instills pride and a sense of belonging in each DC Ranch resident.

Pat Simpson is a notable example of a resident who gives back to DC Ranch and the greater community, with a long history of volunteering and involvement. She led fundraising events for two charities in the past few years which raised more than $200,000. These events include her involvement as a board member with Phoenixbased charity, Circle the City, and Family Promise of greater Phoenix.

This year, Simpson also co-chaired the DC Ranch Rally for the Cure which raised more than $55,000 to help fight breast cancer. Simpson is also a member of the DC Ranch Community Council Board of Directors and currently serves as Secretary/Treasurer.

“Every one of us has been given talents we can use to help serve and enrich our communities and neighborhoods, making them a better place for all of us,” said Simpson. “It feels good to make a difference.”

Simpson says she frequently witnesses examples of DC Ranch residents giving back and notices the good they do rippling throughout the community.

“There are few things more rewarding than working together with other likeminded residents to help improve the lives and circumstances of those around us,” said Simpson.

The philanthropy honoree encourages those who want to get involved, but don’t know how, to reach out to friends and neighbors who are active in the community.

Please nominate residents and merchants for their good work within the community on DCRanch.com. Nominees must currently be an active volunteer with a minimum one-year history of volunteer service within DC Ranch. Honorees will be recognized at the Volunteer Appreciation cocktail event on Saturday, April 5.

—Brighid Tomasik

Starlight Concert Series 6 to 8 p.m. | Market Street Park

Three musical acts showcase their sounds at DC Ranch this spring.

The Dina Preston Band Rocks unique Southwestern country style on Friday, March 21.

Marmalade Skies The Beatles tribute band ignites nostalgia on Friday, April 11.

Rock Lobster Performs cover songs from the 80s through today on Friday, May 9.

Nominate a Neighbor Leadership Award For those who are on a board of directors, a sub-committee participant, or a Neighborhood Voting Member (NVM).

Philanthropy Award For those who volunteer for a community service project or create a resident-led giving project.

Good Neighbor Award For those who help a fellow neighbor, or volunteers at a community event or program.

Youth Award For youths who volunteer their time to DC Ranch.

Merchant Award For a commercial partner who supports DC Ranch.

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For thousands of years, gourds have provided food and—perhaps more importantly—function as tools to help develop civilization. Their durability and shape are ideal for carrying water or storing goods. In recent years, the hard-surfaced plants have made a cultural resurgence—this time as one-of-a-kind pieces of art.

“No two gourds are alike and that natural character is what artists like to build upon,” said Karen Friend, an artist specializing in innovative gourd and egg creations.

The Community Council is pleased to welcome Friend as the featured artist for the Thursday, April 3, Passport to Art. Using time-tested techniques, Friend takes an organic approach to her pieces which start with the drying process.

“It can take anywhere from nine months to a year for gourds to dry out and be suitable for creating art,” said Friend. “In that time, the color of the plant evolves from green to a rich brown which creates a beautiful base color.”

When the vessels are completely dry, Friend enhances or modifies the color of the skin using natural dyes, water colors, and even shoe leather.

“Blemishes on the gourds have wonderful patterns and I like to use color to enhance those areas,” said Friend. “For me, the key to this medium of art has been experimentation.”

Friend painted on canvas for several years, but was attracted to less conventional mediums like gourds due to their natural diversity and characteristics. The artist often decorates the gourds with natural embellishments that she often finds while hiking around her property or in the desert foothills. One of her most remarkable discoveries has come from the prickly pear cactus.

“I came upon the skeleton of one of the cactus paddles and it had such an interesting and delicate pattern,” said Friend.

“When you place it against the smooth surface of the gourd it really stands out and creates a sense of intrigue. I like to call it ‘cactus lace’ and I’m using it in a new series of art pieces.”

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Wildlife study approved for Preserve

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The Scottsdale City Council has approved a contract with the Arizona Game and Fish Department for a wildlife study agreement. This allows the agency to study and monitor wildlife populations inside the McDowell Sonoran Preserve to assist the City with the management of wildlife populations and their habitats.

Both entities believe this agreement will help ensure that the natural diversity of the wildlife population is preserved. The first part of the study included a four-hour helicopter survey conducted in January.

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This hands-on and interactive academy is for those interested in department policies and provides a chance to take an inside look at the units that protect citizens daily. The academy begins March 5 and runs 11 consecutive Wednesdays until May 14. All classes will take place from 6:30 to 9:30 p.m. at various city locations. For more information, contact Community Liaison Officer Chris Vassall at 480.312.1922 or download the application at ScottsdaleAZ.gov/Police.

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Scottsdale hosts a variety of camps to keep kids active during spring break. First through eighth graders can participate in a sport activity camp led by experienced recreation professionals. The camp will be held from 8 a.m. to noon, March 10-14, at Chaparral Park. The cost is $60. Material is appropriate for both boys and girls; participants will be divided into groups according to age. For more information, call 480.312.7657 or visit ScottsdaleAZ.gov/Sports/Youth. Several other spring break camps take place March 10-14 and offer recreational activities including crafts, sports, and games. The cost for camps vary. For more information on these camps, call 480.312.2584.

Explore the works of nearly 200 nationally acclaimed exhibiting artists at the annual Scottsdale Arts Festival from March 14-16 at Civic Center Mall in Old Town Scottsdale. Enjoy 20 toe-tapping Arizona bands and entertainers, 12 mouth-watering gourmet food trucks, and plenty of art demonstrations. Avoid traffic congestion by catching a free shuttle from downtown parking lots. To purchase tickets, call 480.994.2787 or visit ScottsdaleArtsFestival.org.

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Neighbor Focus

Looking at Marisa Drake, you wouldn’t guess that she has stage one breast cancer. As the Desert Parks village resident peruses the fresh produce market offered each Saturday at The Homestead Community Center, Drake searches for foods rich in belatin, antioxidants, and other greens with anti-cancer properties.

Her purpose? To live a longer life by juicing locally grown vegetables.

“There are only four women in my family and, ironically, everyone one of us including my mom has had, or have, breast cancer,” said Drake. “It has been the cause of death in all the females in my immediate family, so of course I’m hyper stringent about maintaining my best health through juicing.”

Drake’s older sister, Grace, was diagnosed with breast cancer at age 30 in 1990. She had a mastectomy, but the cancer returned two more times and spread to her lungs. Her sister passed away at the age of 36. In 2011, Drake’s mother was diagnosed with an aggressive HER2 Positive breast cancer. She had a mastectomy, chemotherapy, and radiation, but passed away in 2013 after the cancer spread to her liver.

Last year, 41 days after their mother’s death, Drake and her younger sister, Linda, both discovered—two weeks apart—that they had breast cancer. Linda was diagnosed with Triple Negative breast cancer which

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Although Drake was diagnosed with a common form of breast cancer—ER and PR—she is adamant about keeping a positive mentality throughout the treatment.

Mostly, she’s found “miraculous” recovery results from juicing. Drake is inspired to spread the word about the positive benefits of clean food.

“I’m a believer that anytime you have non-pesticide produce and foods in your diet then it will definitely improve one’s health,” said Drake. “Too many people don’t know about the benefits of clean food and it’s time to start getting the word out about eating healthy to prevent diseases.”

With the “we are what we eat” mentality, Drake comes to the market every Saturday searching for fresh foods such as beets, kale, broccoli, and apples.

“I find the produce that I’m able to get to be just as good—if not better—than what I can buy at natural grocery stores,” said Drake. “For instance, this past week, I purchased beets from the store and they were tiny. They were the size of a half dollar. I had to juice four of those to get barely enough juice for one serving.

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“Green Bee has been around since 2009, but people like Marisa—who understand the benefits of pesticide-free foods—are the reason why we do this,” says Shearer, who plans to keep the farmer’s market in DC Ranch until late-May. Drake found it was more than a happy accident that Green Bee farmer’s market had arrived in the community to provide local goods with a family-friendly atmosphere.

“Wandering through DC Ranch farmer’s market is a cathartic experience,” says Drake. “I enjoy connecting with other people from the community and telling them about my journey through juicing.”

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March 2014

Community Garden Updates

Spring seeds yield an early summer harvest

With more than 40 plots available for lease, the DC Ranch Community Garden at Copper Ridge School is the place to grow your gardening hobby.

Wondering what might successfully grow this time of year? The following is an example of vegetables and herbs that can be planted from seeds or starter plants in March.

The vegetables are harvested within 100 days and the growing cycle for the herbs is indicated in parentheses.

Vegetables Beets Carrots Cucumbers Green Onions Radishes Summer Squash

Herbs Basil (annual) Chives (perennial) Fennel (Annual) Lavendar (perennial) Oregano (perennial) Parsley (perennial)

To learn how to lease a plot in the community garden, contact Director of Community Engagement Jona Davis at 480.538.3582 or jona.davis@dcranchinc.com.

Source: “Desert Gardening for Beginners: How to Grow Vegetables, Flowers and Herbs in an Arid Climate” by Cathy Cromell, Linda A. Guy, and, Lucy K. Bradley

The DC Ranch Community Garden at Copper Ridge School celebrates its grand opening in March with gardening workshops, a plant sale, and social event. See the Community Garden webpage on DCRanch.com for the list of activities.

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By The Numbers DC Ranch restaurants and grocers are celebrating the spring with a variety of fresh offerings.

The Herb Box is offering

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AJ’s Fine Foods at DC Ranch Crossing has more than

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new desserts

selections

using Girl Scout cookies Grimaldi’s Pizzeria on Market Street has a new selection of spring wines with

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white and

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Market Street Kitchen offers

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Around the Ranch

Ranch News

Here are some highlights from recent DC Ranch community events and programs.

The first month of Fitball keeps on rolling. Residents tone their abs with instructor, Jill Justman, every Tuesday and Thursday from 9:30 to 10:15 a.m. at The Homestead Community Center. Photo: Brighid Tomasik

Tweens had a “cool” time ice skating at the Ice Den on Jan. 10. The next TGIF tween event is on Friday, March 7. Photo: Brandon Curtis

Actors, ages 7 to 18, auditioned for the May production of “The Poisoned Apple” at The Homestead Playhouse with director Craig Kosnik on Jan. 21. Photo: Molly Kurtz

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Events and Program Manager Brandon Curtis played a round of pickleball at Desert Camp Community Center on Jan. 24 with resident Paul Batie and friends. Residents are invited to play pickleball with the DC Ranch Community Council members every Friday from noon to 1 p.m. Photo: Lynette Whitener

(From left) Marsha Fineberg, Community Center Director Jon Carlson, and Leon Fineberg celebrated four years of friendship at Jon’s farewell party on Jan. 31. Photo: Jeremy Stevens

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