Spots Cool Down Arizona Jerome

Located about six miles from Cottonwood and accessible via a paved road up Cleopatra Hill, Jerome is at an elevation just over 5,000 feet, offering not only cooler weather but sweeping views of the surrounding Verde Valley and Sedona Red Rocks. Several historic buildings are still standing, many of which have been modernized and refurbished to welcome guests. Among them is The Clinkscale, which was first built as a mercantile in the 1800s and gained notoriety as the first store where Levi’s were sold west of the Mississippi. Lovingly restored as a hotel and restaurant of the same name, the property gives a nod to the past with exposed brick, hardwood floors, and brown leather and steel accents, yet it is ultra-modern in its furnishings, especially in its penthouse, which opened in 2022.

History is on proud display throughout the city thanks to a bevy of other attractions, notably the Jerome State Historic Park, Audrey Headframe Park and the Mine Museum. Another way in which history comes to life in Jerome is through its wineries. While not the rough-and-tumble saloons of yesteryear, the area’s many tasting rooms include Cabal Cellars, Caduceus Cellars and Passion Cellars.

Other best bets: Crema, Tavern Hotel, Carlson Creek, Nic’s, and Pizzeria Bocce in Cottonwood; The Southwest Wine Center in Clarkdale; Page Springs, Javelina Leap, and Alcantara in Cornville.

By Alexandra Duemer | Community Council

Sleep System Store, the bespoke bed and sleep specialists of Scottsdale, recently celebrated their 10-year anniversary. Now the exclusive Arizona authorized retailer of world-renowned Swedish bed brand Hästens is open in DC Ranch.

Residents can visit one of the only showrooms in the nation to experience the most expensive bed in the world (over $500k), Grand Vividus by designer Ferris Rafauli. Every detail of the mattress is meticulously crafted by hand by select tradespeople. Founded in 1852, Hästens is a complete sleep system, composed of a bed, box spring and mattress topper. The foundation for a Hästens mattress is springy horsetail hair, cushioning flax, slow-growing pine, superior wool and long-fiber cotton.

As experts in sleep, the Sleep System Store showcases a curated collection of the world’s finest, most trusted brands including London's famous Vispring Luxury Beds and American-made, handcrafted mattress brand Kluft. Other items include, headboards and covers, bed legs, bed skirts, bed linen, down pillows and quilts, mattress protectors, pajamas and down boots, and a stunning children’s collection. All made from natural, sustainable materials.

Since its inception, Sleep System Store has become known for providing the ultimate in sleep wellness by offering the very finest bedding and sleep accessories the world has to offer. The experience begins with a trained Sleep Specialist who expertly matches clients with the correct fit and level of comfort they need. Since the Hastens sleep system is personalized to you, with true, responsive box springs, you get that consistency, and comfort levels over time make a huge difference in terms of both spine alignment and muscle support. The goal is to improve overall health, enhance wellbeing, and achieve the best, most comfortable night’s sleep imaginable.

“At the Sleep System Store, you’re not just purchasing a mattress. You have the opportunity to redefine your relationship with sleep and how to prioritize this fundamental element of your health and wellbeing. This is, perhaps, the most significant step to living a productive, balanced lifestyle,” says Jozie Saewert, co-owner of Sleep System Store.

By Lori Stauffer | City of Scottsdale Fire Department

Heat emergencies involving canines are an unfortunate yet preventable occurrence on the urban trails. The desert heat can kill a dog and their owner could be charged with animal cruelty under State law. It is the owner’s responsibility to take necessary precautions to keep their dog safe. While they are excited to join their human companions wherever they go, the concern for how they may fare in the desert sun is real.

A recent review of rescues on Scottsdale trails shows that canine heat-related incidents typically have the highest mortality rates.

Dogs do not sweat the way humans do. They exchange heat through panting and to a minor degree, through their feet pads, according to the American Kennel Club. Additionally, our canine friends do not tolerate high environmental temperatures as well as humans do.

“Remember, a sidewalk and natural rock surface can radiate very high temps,” says Captain Dave Folio of the Scottsdale Fire Department. “If it’s 90-degree atmospheric temp, the potential surface temperature is 135 degrees.” Scottsdale Fire and the staff and volunteers who work in the Scottsdale McDowell Sonoran Preserve and parks encourage trail users to carefully consider the potential danger to their pet before bringing them on a hiking adventure.

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Signs of heat emergency

• Heavy panting/signs of difficulty breathing.

• Tongue/gums appear bright red with thick saliva.

• Skin elasticity (when pinched, does not snap back).

• Becomes unsteady, lethargic, unwilling to move.

• Elevated body temperature (104 F and up).

• Vomiting or diarrhea.

Signs of heat stroke

• Lips/membranes become blue/gray.

• Rapid on-set collapse, seizure, unconsciousness.

What to do

• Immediately cool your dog down with water. Put cool packs to groin area, neck and chest.

• Remove from heat immediately.

• Get to a veterinarian. (The consequences of heat emergency can mean kidney failure, heart irregularities, other system failures and even death.) Prevention

• Leave your dog at home if it will be 90+ degrees at any time during your outing.

• Know your dog’s limitations and abilities.

• If it is too hot for your bare feet on the ground, it is too hot for your dog’s paws.

• Assess the environmental conditions.

• Carry plenty of water for both you and your dog; and be at least half done with the hike when the water is half gone.

• Cool vests and trail booties. for dogs are available and very efficient.

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