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Editorial by By Lannette Phipps

The Rocky Point Times Newspaper is Puerto Peñasco’s #1 Tourist Newspaper, family owned and operated since 1993 in Rocky Point, Sonora, Mexico, and written entirely in English! We are, and have always been, dedicated to helping the community in which we live, as well as promoting our city and bringing tourism to Rocky Point. We are a TOURIST NEWSPAPER dedicated to promoting tourism! ROCKY POINT TIMES STAFF Thomas Nelson O’Hare III (RIP 1941-2013) Founder / Owner Sandra Jo O’Hare (RIP 1946-2018) Owner / Managing Editor / Publisher Lannette Phipps Editor Alicia Grajeda - Administrative Executive Marco Zepeda - Sales and Accounts Executive Beatriz Lumbreras - Freelance Graphic Artist Manny Sánchez Radical Gravity Media Web + Social + Video www.RadicalGravity.com MONTHLY CIRCULATION/DISTRIBUTION Our newspapers are hand delivered in Puerto Peñasco, Mexico and in the U.S. to Lukeville, Why, Ajo, Gila Bend and Arizona. We bulk mail to over 600 monthly subscribers. The Rocky Point Times is printed in Mexico SUBSCRIPTIONS Go to our Website www.rptimes.com click on subscriptions or call us at or write us at P.O. Box 887 Lukeville, Az 85341 ADVERTISING IN THE ROCKY POINT TIMES For Information Email Us at rockypointtimes@yahoo.com. AD DEADLINE 10th of the month, preceding publication MEXICO OFFICES: Pino Suarez No. 124, off of Calle 13 Puerto Peñasco, Sonora, Mexico 83550 C. P. U.S. MAILING ADDRESS Please send correspondence to address PO Box 887, Lukeville, Arizona 85341 TELEPHONE From the U.S. dial (011-52-638) 383-6325 Local dial 383-6325 From the U.S. dial (480) 463-6255 E-MAIL ADDRESS & WEBSITE rockypointtimes@yahoo.com www.rptimes.com FACEBOOK See our Facebook Page at Rocky Point Times Newspaper CONTRIBUTING WRITERS See Page 70 PHOTO & ARTICLE SUBMISSION The Rocky Point Times is not responsible for the content of any advertising, nor has it attempted to verify any ad claims. Content contained in this publication is not authorized to be copied or reproduced without the permission of the Editor and Advertiser or Contributing Writer.

t’s near the end of March and Spring Break is still going strong. If you were down last month you may have noticed the new signs around town, mostly in the “touristy areas”, which display the fine for NOT wearing a helmet when riding an ATV, which is $404.50 pesos (see photo). A great addition to the city since the more information we can provide people, means the less they are surprised when pulled over. Now if we could only tackle the stop sign placement, visibility and height problem, life would be great! Next month is Semana Santa, which means another great month for our local businesses, and more great weather. If you want to see some professional partying, then you need to come down the week leading up to Easter. Never have I seen Calle 13 packed full at 7:00 AM. (Who am I kidding – I saw the photos on Facebook!) I despise the word Epic, but it is indeed Epic! The office will be closed for a few days during Semana Santa so watch Facebook for the dates and other up-to-the-minute info., events as well as border crossing, and highway info. If you see something you think others should be aware of then be sure to let us know so we can post it for the good of everyone – whether it’s a fun event, long border line or accident on the highway. I did a bit of my own Spring

Break goofing off yesterday – paddle boarding out in front of my home at Laguna Shores Resort – and it was an absolutely gorgeous day: 72°, water was a nice temp. and the sunshine was absolutely awesome. No Jumping fish landed on my board and I didn’t fall off and get wet so that made it an EPIC day – okay enough of that! And when the tide had receded, I took my beasts (Great Danes, Breezy and Nero – 190 lbs. and 150 lbs. respectively) out to a “shell island” – an island that’s about a 15 min. walk straight out from our house. It’s only exposed at low tide and always has some great shells. I did paddle out to it yesterday as well, but it’s too hard to look for shells and try to stay on my board! I’m so glad we can enjoy the ocean here in Rocky Point in March!! Something else that has me excited about living out at Laguna Shores Resort is their brand new restaurant, Infusion del Golfo. Executive Chef, Tony Acuña infuses local foods and flavors into his new menu. I am loving the interesting flavors he is pairing together, and his cooking is very “clean” and seasonal and so, so delicious. The restaurant is beautiful inside and out and has some great features like a “Chef ’s Table” in the kitchen, where Chef Acuña personally caters to you: Infusion also has a wine display/ cave and different dining options (and bar seating) on 2 levels with different atmospheres. And I’m very excited that he knows his wines and will be featuring pairing dinners in the future. The Grand Opening was March 23rd so I’ll

be giving you lots more info next month. Infusion del Golfo is open to the general public, even though it is located in our private, gated resort. How many have you booked your 11-day cruise aboard the Astoria? I have…yay!! Treasures of the Sea of Cortez will be Rocky Point’s first outgoing cruise. It departs on December 7th of this year and we will visit Topolobampo, Mazatlan, Cabo San Lucas, La Paz, Loreto, Santa Rosalia and Guaymas with a couple days at sea. There are still cabins left for this maiden voyage, though they do have other dates scheduled if you can’t make this first one. You can book your cabin, view the ship and accommodations, itinerary, prices, etc. on their website at www.cruiseandmaritime.com or call Cruise & Maritime Voyages at (U.S. Toll Free) 855-206-4897. Should be super exciting and another “first” we get to experience here in Rocky Point. The Rocky CON'T ON PAGE 24

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ADVERTISERINDEX & PHONENUMBERS DIALING INSTRUCTIONS from the U.S., Canada and Mexico

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(52) Mexico’s Country Code (638) Puerto Peñasco’s City Code Call U.S. & Canada from Mexico Dial 001 + (area code) + 7 digit number

CALLING FROM THE U.S.

Dialing a Land Line dial 011-52-638 + last 7-digits of number listed Dialing a Cellular Phone dial 011-521-638 + last 7-digits of number listed

CALLING WITHIN MEXICO

dial 01 + area code + 7-digit number Mexico businesses outside of Peñasco are listed as 01 + area code + phone number in this Index.

LOCAL CELLULAR PHONES

from a land line dial 044 + 638 + 7-digit number from local cell to cell dial 638 + 7-digit number Local cellular phones start with 044+638 in this index.

CELL PHONES OUTSIDE OF PP

to dial a long distance cell from a local PP cell dial 045 + city code + 7-digit number to dial PP from a long distance MX cell dial 045-638 + 7-digit number

U.S. AREA CODES & VOIP LINES

U.S. numbers are listed with (brackets) around area code. Some businesses have U.S. offices and others may be using VOIP lines.

INDEX A

Advanti Powersports..........................480-343-5252 Ajo Chamber of Commerce.....................520-387-7742 Ajo Plaza..............................................520-387-5044 Ajo Print Shop......................................520-387-6858 Ajo Satellite Sales..............................520-387-4846 Ale Cuevas Microblading........................638-114-7704 Alejandra Valenzuela Attorney........044-638-102-1248 ..................................................U.S. (520) 505-7808 Aleman, Victor................................044-638-105-7839 American Home Services.....................(520) 303-1016 American Legion...........................................388-8841 Animal Adoption Center.......................638-383-1012 ............................................................(602) 412-3932 Arizona Realty........................................520-387-8787 Art Stop & Plaza Gallery............................520-387-6858 Asadero Sonora.......................................383-8839

B Baja Autoservices..........................044-638-383-4925 Balboas Rest..................................................383-5155 Barb’s Dog Rescue........................044-638-114-1659 Biosfera Dry Cleaners.....................................383-1667 Bonita RV Park...............................................383-1400 Bórquez, Ricardo, Atty............388-6110/520-407-6756 Brenda Lee Design................................602-909-9146 Brooks, Dee...................................................383-3919 Bryan’s.....................................................388-5365 Burrito Express..............................................383-8460

C Candy Cake.........................................638-383-2673 Canvas................................................638-383-1161 Chef Mickey's Place...........................(638) 388-9500 Chef Tony Mena..................................(638) 107-5752 Chochoy Veterinary.......................................383-2338 Cholla Bay Oyster House........................(638) 382-5443 Cholla Bay Powder Coating..............044-638-105-9290 .......................................................U.S. 602-989-0646 C.H.O.P.P.S............................................480-648-7689

Ecofun Rentals.........................................388-9699 Eddie Wharez.....................383-8633/602-324-9328 Ellie Balderrama..........323-308-5688 / 638-380-3625 Encantame Towers........480-445-9200 / 638-688-1010 Esperanza Home Care....................................383-8694

Maria Ituarte......................................(602) 883-6634 Mariachis & Tequila...............................(638) 383-1499 Mark Paliscak.......................................(602) 526-7478 Mayan Palace Golf Course........................383-GOLF Max’s Cafe..................................................383-1011 Max Jeweler...............................................388-5512 Mermaid’s Market.................................388-5004 Mexican Beach Developers.......................383-6099 or.....................044-638-384-7145/520-777-0018 Mexican Vistas Co..........382-5400/044-638-384-6445 or...........................................................623-698-0117 Mexico Insurance Center..................1-800-404-1088 Mic Mickey's...............................(638) 383-8928 Mirsa Tile........................................638-383-6770 Muebles Coloniales....................................383-6670 Muebles Imperiales......................................383-6480 or.......................................................714-395-4117

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Cielito Lindo Restaurant................(638) 108-2100 Ext. 7 Círculo B...........................................638-382-8512 Colins Cantina...............................................382-8020 Clippers Barber Shop............................(638) 100-0982

D’Lucy Spa.................383-1471/044-638-105-8993 Del Mar Charters........................................383-2802 Dr. Grijalva, D.D.S...........................................383-3434 Don Julio Bar & Grill......................................388-0056 Duke’s Restaurant-Bar.................044-638-104-0338 or...................................................044-638-380-6650

Family of God Medical Clinics................(638) 383-3480 or...................................................(480) 812-5200 Fish.............................................044-638-110-7137 Five Senses Spa...................................638-112-1652 Fortaleza del Sol........................044-638-110-9519 Francis, Jonni..............................044-638-112-1197 Friendly Dolphin.......................................383-2608

Nails Center................................................388-0434 Napa Auto (Ajo).................................24 HOUR TOW ....................................(520) 387-4TOW (387-4869) Natural Marble & Granite......................(638) 383-1758 Optica Turati................................................383-4645

Hacienda del Sol Furniture......388-0545/602-903-2112 Head Out to Rocky Point Shuttle Ser vice U.S. Toll Free..................................602-971-0166 Hector Munro...................................(602) 503-0682 Hotel Viña del Mar................................383-0100 or.....................................................602-606-7768 U.S. Toll Free...........................01-800-560-2123

Pablo Realty........................383-8657/602-288-8687 Pane e Vino Restaurant................044-638-105-7455 Pedro’s Restaurant.......................044-638-105-5166 Peninsula de Cortes Golf Course..................383-GOLF Peñasco Beauty Center...............................383-1086 Peñasco Marine.........................................383-3700 Pink Cadillac........................................383-5880 Playa Azul............................................602-789-4277 Playa Azul Seypet Resorts....................(602) 789-4277 Playa Bonita Resort....................383-2586/383-2199 Playa Bonita Resort RV Park.......................383-2596 U.S. Toll Free.......................................888-232-8142 Mexico Toll Free.............................01-800-426-6482 Pollo Papago.............................044-638-385-1301 Predador....................383-8787/044-638-110-1625 Premium Services...........383-5758/602-476-1187 Prestige Properties......................044-638-388-7777 ................................................(520) 505-7777 Pristine Beaches............................480-495-5207 Pro Services...............383-6161/044-638-113-0446 Puerta Privada......................383-1020/480-445-9200

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Q&R

Galeria del Mar Bermejo...........................383-3488 Georgina Ross.......................................638-388-5322 .............................................................(520) 265-3789 Gift Shop & Gallery..............................520-387-6858 Gila Bend Title and Registration Services..928-683-2577 Giuseppi’s Espresso...................................383-5181 Glorias Beauty Salon.................................383-5075 Green Point................................................383-2938 Gretchen Ellinger...............383-1425/602-317-3881 or................................................044-638-384-0458 Grout Doctor........................................638-380-9293 Guardian Title and Escrow..............044-638-386-1445 or.........................................................623-910-2930

Imagen Oral..................................................388-7953 International Insurance....................623-551-8501 Iron City Polaris..................................(602) 272-5551 JJ’s Cantina...................................................383-2785 John Hibbert Realty Ex...........................638-380-5112 John Witt Realty Ex.................................623-523-2180 Joyeria Max...........................................388-5512 Jungle Juice.........................................(638) 107-1869 Kilombo.................................................638-388-5339 Kord’s Auto Care...............................520-387-6962 Kyle Wood..............................................480-297-8079

La Argentina Empanadas.......................622-157-1914 La Casa del Capitan Restaurant....................383-5698 La Siesta Motel................................520-387-6569 Laguna Shores Golf & Country Club..................383-4670 U.S. Toll Free.........................................800-513-1426 Las Palmas.............................................800-671-2799 or.................................................638-690-2933 Latitude 31...............................................383-4311 Living Stones Ministry...........................480-243-8452

Mar de Cortez Rentals....................................388-8747 Mare Blu Ristorante.......................................383-0605

Real Consulting.....................................638-383-3546 .......................................................U.S. 602-412-3598 Realty Executives...........................602-283-9800 or.................................................638-388-1295 Rebecca & Rene Palomino....................(520) 407-6086 Reincom..........................................638-102-0065 Rey del Mar................................................383-5490 Richard Savino................................638-380-4272 or......................................................480-707-3822 Rocky Point BBQ House..........................(638) 100-6886 Rocky Point Best Real Estate..................480-478-4784 Rocky Point Gallery.......................................383-7174 Rocky Point Home Builders.............044-638-383-6524 or...............................................U.S. 815-553-2683 Rocky Point Realty Group.....383-4699/602-334-4134 Rocky Point Services............................638-114-8132 or..................................................520-303-3960 Rocky Point Times Newspaper.....................383-6325 or..........................................................480-463-6255

Sandy Beach Massage....................044-638-384-4418 Santiago’s Body Shop.............................638-384-1962 Santiagos Ocean Services...........................388-5318 or.......................................................(602) 324-9558 Santo Tomas.....................................(480) 861-0355 Satellite Services................................638-103-5317 Satisfied Frog................................638-383-1743 Sea of Cortez Adventures...................(928) 380-8619 Sea Side Reservations.....383-7795/1-888-262-4508 Señorita Rita Sunset Cruise.............044-638-107-3727 Servicios Medicos Veterinarios..................383-3344 Shangrila RV Park................................480-225-6546 Si Como No! Etc.....................................520-387-7080 Silva, Yolanda Insurance...............................383-6280 Skullys Cantina..........................................388-9900 Sonoran Autoservice.......................602-909-4864 or.......................................................638-382-5423 Sonoran Grill...............................................382-8089 Sonoran Property Inspection Services....(623) 200-8574 Sonoran Resorts.................................602-476-7511 Sonoran Resorts Sales Consultant Brenda Sabo..............................044-638-105-3157 Stegall Katz & Whitaker.........................602-241-9221 Su Casa...........................................638-690-1345 Sun Valley Services.....................................383-8891 Sunset Rv Park...................................(638) 388-5094 .............................................................(480) 525-2917 Sushi Sun Restaurant...................................383-2772

T Tapia & Associates Attorneys................(480) 467-4611 Tapia, Miguel......................................602-266-0225 Tekila Bar.....................................044-638-107-5863 Tequila Factory..............................................388-0606 The Print Shop....................................520-387-6858 The Horny Toad....................................(480) 488-9542 The New Mexican Restaurant..................638-690-1472 The Rocky Point Bed & Breakfast............(602) 507-7829 Tommy Thomas Home Inspections..044-638-110-4728 or.........................................................602-748-4134 Tourist Assistance Unit..................................382-8413 Tucson Sonoran Express.......................(520) 954-2556 Turati Optical..............................................383-4645 Twin Dolphins Real Estate and Rentals......383-3919 or........................................................602-324-7241 T&T International Law Group..............602-465-6556

U-V U.S. Border Movers..................044-638-113-8365 or.............................................480-232-3518 Victor Aleman..............................044-638-105-7839 Viña del Mar Hotel............383-0100/602-606-7768 Viva Mexico Taqueria...........................638-104-7252

W WCI Group................(638) 110-5730 / (480) 297-7818 West Coast Mexico Insurance..............(818) 788-5353 Western Outdoor Times......................(480) 947-6219

X-Y-Z Xochitl’s Cafe (Sally’s Cholla Cafe)..................382-5283

Salerno, Rosarie..........383-8417/044-638-384-7145

Yolanda Silva Insurance................................383-6280

or.......................................................(520) 777-0018

ZaGas.......................................................383-8100

Sanborns Insurance........U.S. Toll Free 800-222-0158

Zuquin Restaurant........................................383-3250

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CHURCHES Phone Numbers

Assembly of God..........................................................383-3364 Adonai Comunidad Cristiana.......................................383-3865 Grupo Unidad Cristianos de Peñasco..........................383-2240 Peñasco Christian Fellowship.......................................383-4513 Family of God Christian Fellowship.........................383-3480 Jehovah’s Witnesses Kingdom Hall.............................388-6244 Nuestra Señora de Guadalupe.....................................383-2959 Templo La Hermosa...................................................383-7130

EMERGENCY & Important Phone Numbers dial 911 & 066 for EMERGENCIES AIR AMBULANCE (dial within Mexico) AirEvac............................................................001-880-321-9522 SkyMed Air Ambulance.................................001-866-805-9624 AIRPORTS International.................................................................383-6097 CITY HALL (Municipal Building) H. Ayuntamiento de Peñasco.....................383-2056/383-2060 CLINICS Clinica San Jose............................................................383-5121 Clinica Santa Fe...........................................383-2447/383-4040 Clinica Santa Isabel (Maternity)...................................383-3645 Clinica Santa Maria.......................................................383-2440 Cruz Roja (Red Cross)...................................................383-2266 Desert Senita Community Health Center..........(520) 387-5651 ELECTRIC

Emergency dial...071

Comisión Federal de Electricidad (CFE).......................383-2684 FIRE DEPARTMENT

Emergency dial...068

Departamento de Bomberos.......................................383-2828 FISHIERIES DEPARTMENT Departamento de Pesca...............................................383-2116 Oficina de Pesca, San Diego, CA........................(619) 233-4324 GARBAGE/SANITATION DEPARTMENT Oomislim.......................................................................383-4909 GAS (Propane) Hidrogas........................................................................383-5650 Z’Gas..............................................................................383-8284 ZaGas.............................................................................383-8100 HOSPITALS (See Clinics also) Community...................................................................383-4566 IMSS (Social Security)...................................................383-2870 Municipal......................................................................383-2110 IMMIGRATION............................................................383-2526 MARINE RESCUE (VHF Channel 28) Port Captain..................................................................383-3035 Emergencies dial............................................462 or 627 or 767 POLICE

Emergency dial...066

Puerto Peñasco Station..............................383-2626/383-1616 State Judicial Police (Policía Judicial del Estado).........383-2783 PUBLIC SECURITY DEPARTMENT Seguridad Pública Municipal......................383-2626/383-1616 RAILROAD Ferrocarril......................................................................383-2610 RED CROSS Cruz Roja.....................................................................383-2266 SOCIAL SECURITY (IMSS) Instituto Méxicano del Seguro Social.........383-2677/383-2777 TELEPHONE Teléfonos de México.....................................................383-2780 Towing................(011-52-638) 383-5770 / U.S. (520) 232-2149 U.S. CONSULATES (in Mexico) Nogales.............................................................01-631-313-4820 dial from the U.S......................................011-52-631-313-4820 WATER Oomapas.......................................................................383-6080 Organismo Operador....................................................383-6080 Piteco (water tank delivery).........................................383-3315

EVENTS CALENDAR APRIL 2019

RESTAURANTS that DELIVER Benny’s Pizza 383-6001 7 days 11am-10pm

Jungle Juice (638) 107-1869

Cheiky’s Pizza 383-3627 Closed Wed.

Sushi Sun 383-2772

Cocina Express 383-8358 Mon.-Sat. 10am-8pm Sun. 12pm-7pm FEDE’S 383-3419 (044-638) 100-5834 12pm-5pm, Closed Sun. Fit Vida Bistro 383-1992

Pedro's Restaurant (638) 105-5166

TIKI Fresh Foods (044-638) 105-8001 (044-638) 112-0996 9am-9pm, Closed. Sun. Tortas San Luis 388-6405, 7 days, 9am-9pm Yummi Salads (044-638) 113-8822 Zuquin Cakes 383-3250 (044-638) 105-4389 7 days, 9am-5pm

Pet Friendly

HOTELS

If you would like to bring your pet with you to Rocky Point, here are a few places you both will be welcome. Baja Hotel Matamoros and Campeche in El Mirador US dial (602) 559-1705 Local Phone (011-52-638) 383-6878 Local Fax (011-52-638) 383-7676 Fax Website www.hotelbaja.net Email bajahotel@gmail.com ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------Bella Vista Condo US dial (775) 287-3830 Email julwitnan@aol.com ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------Casa de Carolina Campeche in El Mirador US dial (602) 412-3565 Local Phone (011-52-638) 383-5482 Email cdecpp@prodigy.net.mx Mail: PO Box 589, Lukeville, AZ 85341 ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------Hotel Viña del Mar In Old Port at the end of the Malecon Local 383-3600 or 383-0100 www.vinadelmarhotel.com ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------La Palapa Condos & Casitas Local 383-3866 ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------Madre del Mar (with permission) US dial (520) 407-6394 or (520) 303-7530 ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------Peñasco del Sol Paseo Las Glorias # 1 Mexico Toll Free 01-800-614-9484 Worldwide Toll Free 1-888-683-006 ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------Seaside Beach Home Rentals Blvd. Benito Juarez, next to Banamex at the north end of town US Toll Free (877) 629-5691 • Local 383-1545 Website www.seasidemexico.com Email seasidebhremails@gmail.com

VETERINARY CARE Chochoy 383-2338 Guillermo Prieto & Melchor Ocampo Gallo de Oro (044) 638-112-3343 Samuel Ocaña La Posta 383-2574 Simon Morua & Guillermo Prieto Servicios Medicos Veterinarios 383-3344 Blvd. Sonora & Galeana (west of Josefa)

CHECK OUR FACEBOOK PAGE FOR THE LATEST EVENTS! Thursday 4th • S.O.B. 3rd Annual South of the Border Festival - Mike Nash, Donny Brewer & Mark Mulligan. Friday 5th • S.O.B. 3rd Annual South of the Border Festival - Mike Nash, Donny Brewer & Mark Mulligan. Saturday 6th • S.O.B. 3rd Annual South of the Border Festival - Mike Nash, Donny Brewer & Mark Mulligan. • 10am to 3pm- PIRATE AND MERMAID EXTRAVAGANZA. Presented by Mermaid's Market Shrimp Park/Plaza www.mermaidsmarket.com

Saturday 11th • CBSC Phase II Fishing Derby in Cholla Bay • Santa Claus Club Cornhole Tournament VI at JJ's Cantina in Cholla Bay Sunday 12th • Mother's day (U.S.) • Santa Claus Club Cornhole Tournament VI at Chango's Bar on Sandy Beach Friday 17th • SADR Tequila 150 • El Golfo 4x4 Run. Please email Alicia at rockypointtimes.com for more info.

Sunday 7th • S.O.B. 3rd Annual South of the Border Festival - Mike Nash, Donny Brewer & Mark Mulligan.

Saturday 18th • SADR Tequila 150 • El Golfo 4x4 Run. Please email Alicia at rockypointtimes.com for more info. • 13th Anniversary Golf Tournament at Las Palomas Beach and Golf Resort • 8pm MazaPalooza Fest! at Kilombo Cafe

Monday 8th • S.O.B. 3rd Annual South of the Border Festival - Mike Nash, Donny Brewer & Mark Mulligan.

Sunday 19th • SADR Tequila 150 • El Golfo 4x4 Run. Please email Alicia at rockypointtimes.com for more info.

Friday 12th • Annual Coastal Cabalgata 2019

Thursday 23rd • CBSC Phase III Fishing Derby in Cholla Bay

Saturday 13th • 4th Annual CHARANGA DERBY to benefit Casa Hogar. In the Mirador on Whale Hill. Saturday 20 • One Club Open at JJ's Cantina in Cholla Bay th

Sunday 21 • Easter

Friday 26th • CBSC Phase I Fishing Derby in Cholla Bay Saturday 27th • CBSC Phase I Fishing Derby in Cholla Bay • 1st Annual Cornhole Tournament at Manny's Beach Club in the Mirador. Sunday 28th • CBSC Phase I Fishing Derby in Cholla Bay Tuesday 30th • Dia Del Niño (Children's Day) MAY 2019 Wednesday 1st • Mexico Labor Day Saturday 4 • Rocky Point Triathlon at Las Palomas Beach & Golf Resort. • Agave Festival in Sandy Beach (Between Garufa's and Chango's). Visit www. rockypointfiesta.com • Chili Cookoff & Garage Sale at JJ's Cantina in Cholla Bay th

Sunday 5th • Cinco de Mayo / Batalla de Puebla • Agave Festival in Sandy Beach (Between Garufa's and Chango's). Visit www. rockypointfiesta.com Thursday 9th • CBSC Phase II Fishing Derby in Cholla Bay Friday 10th • Dia De Las Madres / Mexico Mother's Day • CBSC Phase II Fishing Derby in Cholla Bay • Santa Claus Club Cornhole Tournament VI at Baja Cantina Hotel in the Mirador

Saturday 24th • CBSC Phase III Fishing Derby in Cholla Bay Sunday 25th • CBSC Phase III Fishing Derby in Cholla Bay Monday 26th • CBSC Fish Fry in Cholla Bay Tuesday 27th • Memorial Day JUNE 2019 Thursday 6th • Circus Mexicus - Roger Clyne & The Peacemakers Friday 7th • Circus Mexicus - Roger Clyne & The Peacemakers Saturday 8th • Circus Mexicus - Roger Clyne & The Peacemakers • OTL - Over the Line Softball by JJ's Cantina, event will be Next to the Reef. Sunday 9th • Circus Mexicus - Roger Clyne & The Peacemakers Sunday 16th • Father's Day JULY 2019 Thursday 4th • Happy U.S. Independence Day! AUGUST 2019 Thursday 1st • Happy Birthday Alicia! SEPTEMBER 2019 Monday 2nd • Labor Day (U.S.) Monday 16th • Mexico Indepence Day OCTOBER 2019 Monday 14th • Columbus Day (U.S.) Thursday 31st • Halloween NOVEMBER 2019 Monday 11th • Veterans Day (U.S.)

EVERYDAY American Legion Post MX-15 open from 8am-8pm in El Mirador in the old Los Juanes Restaurant. Mah Jongg - noon at Latitude 31• Restaurant. Contact Beverly (638) 388-7766 or (505) 565-5138 for more info. MONDAYS 10AM Alcoholics Anonymous meets (English) (See Pg. 42). 6PM Alcoholics Anonymous meets (Spanish) (See Pg. 42). Mah Jongg - noon at Latitude 31• Restaurant. Contact Beverly (638) 388-7766 or (505) 565-5138 for more info. TUESDAYS AA - 7:00 pm Big Book Study open meeting 2PM CEDO Free Public Talk in English and Tour of their facility in Las Conchas. Look for the giant Fin Whale Skeleton. Fun experience for the entire family. Phone 3820113 for more info. 4PM CEDO Nature Talk in Spanish CBSC – Cholla Bay Sportsmen’s Club meets once a month (on Tues. or Sat.). 4PM Peñasco Singles Happy Hour, every Tuesday at Playa Bonita Resort. 8PM Cinemartes - Art Film Nights at Cafe Puerto Viejo in Old Port. 2PM - Powerball Bingo at the American Legion Post MX 15. 2pm. Cost $7 dlls for 6 games. WEDNESDAYS SOBS – South of the Border Singles meet every Wednesday for Happy Hour at Playa Bonita Resort. First Wednesday of every month is business meeting. 10AM Alcoholics Anonymous meets (English) (See Pg. 42). 11AM – Horseshoe Tournament at the Pithaya in El Mirador. 3PM Shooter Bingo at Playa Bonita RV Park Social Club. $6.00 for 6 games with money payouts for each game. Join us each Wednesday in our air conditioned club house. 5PM – AA meets (Spanish). 6PM Alcoholics Anonymous meets (Spanish) (See Pg. 42). PINK CADILLAC - swim up bar, open Wed. thru Sun. 2PM till close. Burgers, pizza and more. THURSDAYS AA - 11:00 am Women's meeting open meeting Al-Anon meets at 11am. English meetings. (See pg. 42) PINK CADILLAC - swim up bar, open Wed. thru Sun. 2PM till close. Burgers, pizza and more during the summer months. 2PM - POWERBAL BINGO at the American Legion Post MX15 3PM Dart Tournament at the Pink Cadillac in El Mirador. All welcome. 4PM The Connection Happy Hour, now on Thursdays at Puesta del Sol Restaurant at Playa Bonita Resort. Latitude 31º - Card games and other games. FRIDAYS 10AM Alcoholics Anonymous meets (English) (See Pg. 42). PINK CADILLAC - swim up bar, open Wed. thru Sun. 2PM till close. Burgers, pizza and more during the summer months. Mah Jongg - noon at Latitude 31• Restaurant. Contact Beverly (638) 388-7766 or (505) 565-5138 for more info. Seashell Museum (Free admission) Open every Friday 10am to 5pm. (638) 388-6559. Seashell Museum by Naomi & Russ Black. Open from 10am to 5pm. July thur Sept. by Appointment only. Address: 114 Ramon Figueroa Col. Lopez Portillo. SATURDAYS 2PM CEDO Free Nature Talk in Spanish and Tour of their facility in Las Conchas. Fun experience for the entire family. Call 382-0113 for info. 4PM CEDO Nature Talk in English PINK CADILLAC - swim up bar, open Wed. thru Sun. 2PM till close. Burgers, pizza and more during the summer months. 2PM - Powerball Bingo at the American Legion Post MX 15. 2pm. Cost $7 dlls for 6 games. SUNDAYS 9AM Non-Denominational Worship Services with Family of God. Located on Blvd. Costera N 2000A. Everyone welcome. Church Office: 383-3480. 3PM Dart Tournament at the Pink Cadillac. Church Service at 10:00AM Bilingual Service with Peñasco Christian Fellowship located 1 blk east of Josefa Ortiz de D. on Melchor Ocampo. Phone: (011-52-638) 383-4513. San Jose Mission Church- in Cholla Bay. Bilingual Catholic Mass. At 8am every Sunday. All our welcome.

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he excitement is building around the December inaugural home port cruise from Peñasco to explore the Sea of Cortez. Tammy Bustamante from Tucson asked me all about it. TAMMY: You're serious? A cruise originating in Rocky Point? CAP'N GREG: Would I lie? TAMMY: You're serious? A cruise originating in Rocky Point? CAP'N GREG: Okay. It is hard to believe, and we've been hearing about this possibility since LBJ was in office, but this time it looks like it will really, really, really happen. TAMMY: But the pier way out on Sandy Beach isn't finished yet. CAP'N GREG: The infrastructure may seem less than optimal, but I have been assured, via email conversations with the cruise company, that it's a done deal. TAMMY: I've seen the full page ads in the paper. They pretty much explain the cruise dates, the seven ports of call and the cost. CAP'N GREG: Yes, they do, so what's your question? TAMMY: Without a pier, how do I get to the boat? CAP'N GREG: You ever seen photos of cruise ships in the Caribbean? TAMMY: Oh, yeah. Gorgeous. CAP'N GREG: Thank you for noticing. TAMMY: Not you, Cap'n Greg. The Caribbean. CAP'N GREG: Oh... Well, many of the islands are surrounded by reefs and shallow water.

TAMMY: Like the ocean near Rocky Point? CAP'N GREG: Correct. So the ships anchor out and send in tenders, which are like water taxis, to take passengers back and forth, which is what they will do here. TAMMY: From the marina? Like where the shrimp boats are? CAP'N GREG: In that general area, so they tell me. TAMMY: That makes sense. What if I drive to Rocky Point for the cruise? Where do I park? CAP'N GREG: The convention center out past Rodeo Drive will serve as the cruise terminal until the pier and the permanent terminal are completed. There will be a secure area for parking, and then you'll ride a shuttle bus about eight minutes to the marina where a water taxi will take you to the ship. And if you choose not to drive to Rocky Point, buses will pick up passengers in Phoenix and Tucson, and drop them here at hotels or go directly to the marina. TAMMY: That would be convenient for some of my friends. CAP'N GREG: Also, there are options available to enjoy Peñasco before or after the cruise. You'll have to check with the cruise folks when you make your reservation to discuss transportation arrangements. TAMMY: Wow. You're serious. A cruise originating in Rocky Point. CAP'N GREG: It's a fact, Tammy. Yet Peñasco will still be my favorite little fishing village. Some things never change.

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Having Fun Yet??? The Best Is Yet To Come To Rocky Point!!!

By Mark Paliscak

appy April Rocky Point!!! We are now into the throws of prime time here in town in the midst of a “two-month spring break”. The visitors, vacationers, part-time residents and full-time residents clearly grows with each passing season and year. I still love to see the reactions and good times being had by newcomers to town. It is sort of like, OMG…why haven’t I been here sooner? And then why do I have to leave? Well there are options and some incredible new ones right here in Rocky Point!!! If you have noticed the new traffic circle completed on Sandy Beach, then take a gander to the north side of the circle to the new model and sales center for Rocky Point’s newest sensation, Encantame Towers. It has been quite a while…I believe it’s been over a decade since any new development have come to town which totally intrigued me to gain some more information on the project. I recently sat down with Keith Allen, the Sales Director for Encantame Towers to have a chat and find out what are the plans and what can we expect to see coming to town! Marco: How did the project come to be? Keith: It all started with two of Rocky Point’s top developers, for the most completed projects in town, Miguel Guevara and Mary Snyder, who make up our development team at Encantame Towers. Mary and Miguel came to town in the early 90’s and were successful in completing Pinacate Condos and what is now Peñasco del Sol Hotel. At that time,

there were zero condos on Sandy Beach with a wide swath of open beach all the way down to The Reef. Marco: That’s just amazing considering the growth we have seen since at this time! Keith: Exactly, and after the completion of that project, they moved onto start the Princesa Condo Resort. At that time, many people thought they were crazy as there were no roads, water, electricity, etc. They were successful in working all of this out: It sold out quickly and completed the project as planned. Marco: Wow, that’s a lot of infrastructure to come in and make it all happen! Keith: Yes, and this literally paved the way down Sandy Beach for all the rest of the new condo resorts. After Princesa, they moved on to the Sonoran Spa, the Sonoran Sea, and then Puerta Privada, which was the first non-rental condo community in town. The condos started out at $449,900 at the launch of Privada and by the time they were done, they were being sold for $689,000. Keith: Indeed, all of the projects were completed on time and the many of the past clients followed them down the beach buying more condos in the new projects as they were being built. Marco: When was the land purchased for Encantame Towers and tell me about the area and how the project came to life at its launch in 2018. Keith: Well, the property was purchased back in 2004. It is a beautiful piece of land and is just prime pristine beach front property with no coral or rocks…just beautiful water and white sand. Marco: Yes, I have seen the pictures… fabuloso! Your sales associate, Scott Poturalski is taking me out there to check it out and who knows? We could be neighbors one day. Keith: The plans for Encantame were well in the works and then the recession hit in the states. So, the timing was not right to launch the project so it was put on hold. At that time Miguel Guevara decided to move his talents

down to Guadalajara and formed MG Developments. MG Developments was successful in developing a large outdoor mall similar to the Scottsdale Quarter and Tempe Marketplace. He was successful in attracting the renowned restaurant Santo Coyote to open a second location in the new mall. In addition, MG Developments is building two condo towers adjacent to the mall. This company was also successful in attracting Cinepolis, a high-end movie theatre chain, to come to the mall as well. Marco: Man, it would be nice for some of those places to come to Rocky Point! Keith: Well, in fact they are! MG Developments is currently building the Real Center Peñasco across from Sam’s Club and Cinepolis is coming to town as well! The movie theater will have five screens, and wait until you taste their caramel corn. The project is being completed in June of this year and Miguel has not been late on a project, so expect some terrific new attractions coming to town.

Marco: So, tell me more about Encantame Towers and why should I go check it out? Keith: Contemporary architecture is the big push now. We have seen it all across the globe with the massive projects completed in Dubai, Singapore and China. Encantame was designed with the same contemporary plans with clean lines. The project is designed to look like sailboats soaring 24 stories high! Encantame Towers is a New Generation Rental Community, which will have two club houses, the first legitimate Starbucks in town, two golf simulators, golf driving range, Rocky Point’s first bowling alley with plans for other amenities, and Santo Coyote’s third location! Already, approximately 60% of the first building is sold.

Marco: Wow, that’s really quick! Keith: Well, our Development Team’s experience in town, the design and amenities speak volumes. Mary Snyder has an impeccable reputation here. She always speaks the truth and deliver what she says. Marco: I heard about the new sales center with a condo model that is coming to Sandy Beach. Keith: Yes, the model will be completed in March, with the Sales Center soon after. Look forward to an invitation for everyone to come to our Grand Opening Celebration. Marco: That sounds so cool. Anything else you would like to add about Encantame Towers? Keith: The first condo tower will be completed in late summer of 2020 along with the two clubhouses, commercial area, underground parking, 2 out of the 5 pools, with the largest swim up bar in town with 24 seats, casual dining restaurant, 1 of 2 lazy rivers, and 1 of 2 water slides. We will have an event center for weddings, quinceañeras, birthdays etc. We will also have reverse osmosis systems in all condos for drinking water and ice. We already have a 15-passenger Mercedes van that will be to transport people back and forth to town. Additionally, many people think Playa Encanto is far away from town, but in reality, it is literally the same distance to Encantame Towers from the overpass as you enter town on the main highway as it is to Sandy Beach. Marco: Ok, I am ready for my tour… Scotty…onward and upward. Thank you so much Keith. I wish you all the best with the new project. I really look forward to all the new amenities your entire team is bringing to our town! Well, it sure sounds like Encantame Towers is worth checking out! If you are currently not an owner, I would highly recommend considering it. Fifteen years ago, I decided to purchase and after an 18-month construction period I was delivered the most special gift of all… FANTASTIC friends, memories and a whole new family here in Rocky Point!!! GOD BLESS ADIOS AMIGOS

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Potpourri - Short Shorts of All Sorts! Sometimes so much is going on in our little slice of paradise by the sea that we can't address the many sho rt subjects with proper attention. To handle the hodgepodge of dangling subject matter, we invented the Potpourri Page. Here are a few "short shorts" to keep you up to date. Use Caution on the Road from Puerto Peñasco to El Golfo

The new Coastal Highway again has areas with large sand drifts covering part or all of the road and these can be very dangerous, especially if driving at night. The government has installed and continues to (slowly) install fences to block drifting sand in areas which are commonly affected by the drifts, but it has not completely alleviated the problem. Be extra cautious if traveling on this road. Cheering for the Tiburones Sobre Ruedas, Rocky Point's Wheelchair Basketball Team

lodging for the visiting teams, as these leagues are all volunteer and supported almost entirely by donations. The City Administration rents hotel rooms for the players but there is still a need for donations in order to provide the meals needed. They can also donations for fuel and expenses to help our Tiburones when they travel to other towns for upcoming tournaments. And, they also need your support and enthusiasm. Please attend a game if you have a chance. You're sure to enjoy yourselves. Donations can be sent to PayPal rpbarbo@gmail.com or call Barb Olszewski at (638) 114-2406 or (602) 324-9529. Municipal Government Supports and Promotes Sporting Programs, Donating Bus

A bus with capacity for 46 passengers was delivered by Mayor Kiko Munro for the benefit of the Municipal Sports Institute (IMD), which will be used for team travel and to promote and support the different leagues and sports disciplines of Puerto Peñasco. Under the slogan "We Play to Win, We are Peñasco", in the presence of presidents of different sporting leagues, young athletes, and parents, the Mayor reiterated his commitment to sport in all disciplines, and he boasted that Puerto Peñasco is, and will continue to be, a hotbed of great champions. "This bus is the answer to the urgent need to have quality transport for all Puerto Peñasco athletes," said the municipal executive, stating that the benefits are already being enjoyed and appreciated. CEDO Field Station Invites Public to Visit

The Puerto Peñasco Scouts cheer Squad have been active in doing cheers for the exciting games and they would like to invite everyone to come support our Scouts and Tiburones. For a fun time, come and support your home team and cheer along with the Scouts. Traditionally, the town hosting the tournament provides meals and

A recent study found that "around 98% of the U.S. population lives within 120 miles of a biological field station." The CEDO field station is just over 200 miles from Phoenix and Tucson. CEDO, like most field stations, wants people, academic groups, and researchers to come visit. We want to show off our science, and we exist in this area because it is unique, important and worth knowing about! In the words of Dr. Jill Zarestky, from Colorado State University, "this is just a tremendous opportunity and I think we have a lot more bandwidth to increase." Learn more here: http://cedo.org/en/ visit/ field-station-use/ Telephone Dialing will Change and Become Simpler in August

All numbers dialed will be 10 digits long, with no more prefixes Making phone calls in Mexico will become less complicated next summer with the implementation of a new and simplified dialing system. First announced by the Federal Telecommunications Institute (IFT) in the fall of 2017, the new system will standardize phone numbers, making them all 10 digits long. Starting August 3, dialing a phone number will only require the input of 10 digits, whether the call is local or domestic long distance or connecting to a landline or mobile phone. The prefixes being phased out include the 01 entered before long-distance calls or non-geographical numbers (think 01-800 numbers), and 044 and 045, used to make local and long-distance calls to a mobile phone from a landline. A long-distance call from abroad to a mobile number in Mexico will no longer need the number 1 before the area code. The new updated system also means that IFT guarantees equal phone number availability for all telecommunications services providers. The agency said the system will allow

for a more streamlined and standardized dialing procedure and a more efficient administration of numeric resources. Rocky Point Municipal Government Steps Up to Patch Potholes on Coastal Highway

Multiple reports of potholes, citizen requests, and lack of action by the State prompted the Rocky Point administration to take action and patch the dangerous potholes between Puerto Peñasco and El Golfo de Santa Clara. Most of the patching work took place at kilometer 94, where they road was deteriorated the most. The works were performed last month in an effort to provide greater safety to residents and visitors traveling to and from our city. Las Conchas Guard Shack Closed - For Now

After countless years of existence, the guard shack at the entrance of Las Conchas has been closed due to the legality of its location. Technically, the road through Las Conchas is a public road which is owned and maintained by the City of Puerto Peñasco. As such, it cannot be impeded by a private citizen, company, or HOA group, and the guard shack was forced to close. Time will tell if something is worked out to restrict free flowing traffic into and throughout Las Conchas, but for now, it is open to the public. Of course, the security presence protecting residents and homes is still present and nothing has really changed, but they no longer stop cars from entering the area.

This article is brought to you by the Sonoran Resorts Sales Team, www.sonoranresorts.mx, Jim Ringquist, Director of Sales and Marketing. Sign up for Jim’s Monthly Newsletter: http://www.tinyurl.com/JimNewsletter

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Cruise Line Announces Service in Puerto Peñasco

By Joseph Sanchez President, Rocky Point Home Builders

uilding a new home in Puerto Peñasco is a dream come true for many people. While the process is exciting, it can unfortunately be full of potential pit falls and costly mistakes. This article will discuss some of the common mistakes to avoid when building your dream home. Mistake #1 – Accepting a Very Low Bid We all love to save money so receiving an extremely low bid from a friendly home builder may seem like a good way to save money. However, a smart consumer should be suspicious of a very low, too good to be true price.

There are many reasons why a contractor will submit a very lowpriced bid and one common reason is underpaid workers.

There are many reasons why a home builder/contractor will submit a very low-priced bid and one common reason is underpaid workers. The contractor will not pay workers according to Mexican Federal law which mandates a Federal Minimum Wage along with many social welfare benefits for healthcare, housing and

social security here in Mexico. If you hire a company that does not follow the Federal Labor Laws you could be fined, potentially have your project shut down, and will be responsible to pay any medical bills for any injuries incurred by a worker on your jobsite and worst-case scenario you can have your home seized. It is the homeowner’s responsibility to ensure that the company you hire is paying all Federal mandated wages to their workers or risk serious penalties. Using these types of workers, the contractor doesn’t have to pay the workers normal wages and he will pass the savings on to you hence the low bid. Mistake #2 – Poor Location Choice An important step in the process of building a home is purchasing a nice lot in a good location. Make sure your lot has access to water and electricity if possible. If it does not have access to water, you can always truck in water and dump it into your cistern. If the lot does not have electricity, I would look for a lot that does. Solar panel technology is not advanced enough to power the entire load of your home and generators can be noisy. Another important thing to consider is the grade or slope of your lot. You want to purchase a lot that is relatively flat and does not require a lot of fill to bring it up to street level or requires a lot of excavation to reduce the fill to street level. Grading your lot can be an expensive process and can add up to $10,000-$40,000 in extra costs to the construction price of a home. Try to purchase a lot that does not require truckloads of fill or require truckloads of takeaway and you will save money. To determine how level a lot is take the center height of the street and compare that to height of the lot you are considering for purchase. It should be as high or close to the center high of the street. The community's association or HOA that will oversee your community is also important so make sure you review all the bylaws to make sure you agree with them. Some communities have fees for construction permission/ permits others have water and electric connection fees and they can be a significant cost so make sure you know those costs upfront and that you can afford them.

An important step in the process of building a home is purchasing a nice lot in a good location with water and electricity.

Mistake #3 – Trying to do it all Yourself Going it alone and not hiring an experienced contractor/home builder may seem like a great way to save money but in the end, it is guaranteed to cost you more than you anticipated. There are many highly experienced construction contractors from the U.S. who come to Mexico and want to build a home and feel that they have the experience to accomplish the task here. But what happens is they soon realize that the materials used to build homes, the language barrier, dealing with workers, culture and navigating the governmental bureaucracy for permits, DRO signatures, etc. are all things that can sabotage a project. For example, here in Puerto Peñasco, we build homes out of concrete block, poured concrete with reinforced concrete beams. In the U.S. its typical to build homes out of wood studs and plywood walls. The construction process is totally different here, heavier, slower, using different tools and requires a tremendous amount experience. Without that masonry experience working with poured concrete and concrete block,

the mistakes will pile up as fast as the extra costs. Take into consideration that the profit on a home built here by a professional home builder is typically only 10%. A 10% profit is not a large sum of money relative to the total cost to build a home. Building your home solo, opens the door to simple mistakes that will cost you more then you could have paid a professional to build your home. Don’t end up paying not only the cost to have a professional build your home in mistakes but also the cost to correct your mistakes resulting in double the costs.

Going it alone and not hiring an experienced contractor/home builder may seem like a great way to save money but in the end, it is guaranteed to cost you more than you anticipated.

About the author: Joseph Sanchez is president of Rocky Point Home Builders a design/build contractor specializing in custom home design, construction and renovations. He resides here in Puerto Peñasco with his wife and two children and is originally from Chicago. For more information email him at sales@rockypointhomebuilders.com

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By Anita Kaltenbaugh

’ve nicknamed my new favorite place on the water in Puerto Peñasco, and I’m hoping if I share my secret, we can make the name stick. Daydream Cove. A spot where the water is mesmerizing, the sea is flat and if you like to snorkel or dive, you will be in heaven. I’m almost afraid to tell too many because it might spoil my daydreams, but, if you read my column, I must share my favorite new place with you. We may not have a completed a new Cruise Departure Port yet, (although we do have a cruise departing in December, look for my article and interview next month), and that’s okay, because right on the side of the pier on the south side, is my new all-time best-loved place to anchor the boat. I’ve nicknamed it Daydream Cove. We can pack a lunch, bring our snorkel gear, dive tank and sit in the calm luminescent blue water and have some fun. The pier in it’s slowness has created a natural reef and the tropical fish love it. Yes, I have many daydreams about it, thus my nickname. I also have dreams about the dolphins, and you know what? If you come to town you need to witness both Daydream Cove & the dolphins. Being

on the water in Puerto Peñasco will be a highlight of the trip. I guarantee it. You’re only a daydream away. Dolphins and others ready to Put on a Show! Did you know there is a free aquatic zoo located in the Sea of Cortez? Really, you ask? What are the hours? Where is it located? You’ll be happy to know it’s everywhere you see that sparkling blue water, and it’s open 24/7. All it takes to visit is a ride on a boat. A cruise on the water. It doesn’t matter what type of watercraft you use to see them. Boat rentals are plentiful in town, but if kayaking is more your thing, then get your kayak out there. Stand up paddle board? If you don’t have one, try a rental and test it out. Even a boogie board or an inflatable raft could do the trick. Jet skis, banana boat and even parasailing can spot the beautiful creatures of the sea. The message: GET ON THE WATER. Jacques Cousteau didn’t name the Sea of Cortez “the World’s Aquarium,” for no reason. Our beautiful Sea in Rocky Point is teeming with more varieties of sea life than anywhere else in the world. Imagine that! And, lately, the sea life has never been more active. Fin whales, humpback whales, dolphins, sea turtles, sea lions and even a spotted Orca have been frolicking around in the sea. Last year my husband and I ran into a whale shark. It’s nothing new; they’ve been there for centuries. Our spectacular whale season might have come and gone for now, but they will be back. The Dolphins? Well, that’s a different story. These flipping, dancing creatures love our little portion of the Sea of Cortez year-round, and they love to put

on a show for locals and visitors. On a recent boat trip with my husband, and friends we wished for some fantastic active sea life. The majestic waters did not disappoint. Our 25’ boat ran into a super pod of dolphins. A super pod is when hundreds of dolphins are traveling together. I like to think of it as a festival where there are crowds of folks squeezed together to celebrate. This group is full of dolphins. Stunned we found ourselves surrounded by dolphins, racing alongside the boat and leaping into the air. They numbered in the hundreds, possibly the thousands. Like watching a stampede, sometimes they came together and other times it was like someone fired a gun at the beginning of a marathon. We were in disbelief. It was beautiful and emotional as we cheered them on. Scientists aren’t sure why they gather in these super pods or even megapods. Some researchers attribute it to the abundance of food, and other say it could be something with mating. Apparently, sex brings a crowd as they spread their genes, or it could be fear. But our pod seemed very happy to be of fear in anything.—it was definitely a playing or loving group. As you gazed in both directions, a line of dolphins leaping brought joy to our hearts. Research states, usually the fast ones are the ones you can visually spot. Imagine the number of slower ones we couldn’t see, taking it easy below the surface. It was a sight I will never forget, and I hope to see another next time on the water; an encore would be fantastic. To experience a sea creature exhibit, check out a few of the local operators in town. They would be happy to take you to

the show: Here are a few operators that offer boat charters and ways to get on the water. Santiago Ocean Charters- www. santiagosoceanservices.com Santiago Ocean Services has been around Rocky Point for at least sixteen years. Esther Donaldson of Santiago’s Ocean Services said, “We have been in business here for over sixteen years, some say eighteen years, but I forgot I’m having so much fun." They offer fishing charter, bird island tours, sunset cruises and whale watching in Rocky Point. Check out their website at Del Mar Charterswww. delmarcharters.com Sailing in Rocky Point, Sunset Cruise, Bird Island Trip, Deep Sea Fishing Charters, Snorkeling and Kayaking-Del Mar Charters offers a variety of boating experiences to enhance your Puerto Penasco, Mexico vacation! Ecofun – www.ecofun.com Provides boat tours, Sea Doos, Fishing, Kayaks, Banana Boat, UTV’s, Bicycles, Paddle Boards, Boogie Boards, Aquatic Trikes, Walking on water experience(water bubbles), Bungee Trampoline, V-Flyer Trampoline, rock climbing walls, and beach tennis. Pancho Villa Boat Charters --www. panchovillarockypoint.com Offering fishing, scuba diving, snorkeling or a sunset cruise on the beautiful Sea of Cortez. Rocky Point SUP- SUP rentals and lessons. Contact Facebook /Rocky Point Paddle Board Intrepid- Dinner Cruise fun located near the docks. Rey Del Mar- Pirate ship cruise, fun for the whole family. Located near the Balboa Marina.

Anita Kaltenbaugh is the author of the book “Travel Secrets- Insider guide to planning, affording and taking more vacations” available on Amazon and author of debut suspense novel a Deep Thing by A.K. Smith. Check out her blog at www.wordstravelfilm.com/blog

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Puerto Peñasco Achieves Renewal of Sustainable Clean Beach Certification

uerto Peñasco has achieved the renewal of the Sustainable Clean Level II certification by the Mexican Institute for Standardization and Certification (IMNC). Rocky Point's Sandy Beach is the only beach in Sonora, and one of the largest beaches in Mexico, to achieve this distinction which is granted by the Ministry of Environment and Natural Resources (Semarnat). Major Kiko Munro, thanked the commitment of the Local Committee of Clean Beaches, the individuals and businesses involved, as well as the general public. The Mayor explained that it was a great team effort which led to the recertification of the 1525 meters of sustainable clean beach on Sandy Beach. "Peñasco has taken great steps forward in tourism, in development, and the economy," said the Municipal Mayor. "This opportunity to have a certified sustainable clean beach, gives us an excellent competitive advantage that allows us to continue to improve the image of this destination, and to place it at the international forefront by complying with the regulations and corresponding legislation, and by ensuring the protection of the environment and of our visitors. " This good news will only add to the continued increase in tourism driving Puerto Peñasco as the best destination of the Sea of Cortes and Northwestern Mexico, announcing just a few days, the start of operations of the shipping company Cruise & Maritime

Voyages, settling the bases for tourist and economic growth. Luis César García González, Director of the Federal Maritime Terrestrial Zone and member of the Local Committee of Clean Beaches, stated that it was in the month of November 2018, when the audit was carried out, being approved and surpassing the requirements and quality specifications. environmental, sanitary, security, and services for the sustainability of Sandy Beach, which is used primarily for recreational purposes. Currently, Mexico has 38 beaches certified under the NMXAA-120-SCFI-2006 in different levels, I, II and III; The beach destination of Puerto Peñasco is also one of the nine Mexican beaches that have the Sustainable Clean Beach award for excellence in environmental, health, safety and service quality. It will be at the next XIV National Meeting of Clean Beaches, to be held in the month of July, in the State of Tamaulipas, where the municipality of Puerto Peñasco will be distinguished with the formal recertification of Sustainable Clean Beach Level II; Certificates, flags and awards will be awarded by the Mexican Institute for Standardization and Certification (IMNC).

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Two Special Services Planned During Lent

By Cholla Charli

t is the season of Lent – Cuaresma en Español – a time of fast, abstinence, sacrifices and repentance. It is somewhat similar to the 10 days of repentance in the Jewish faith which begins with Rosh Hashanah and ends with Yom Kippur. For Christians, it's 40 days (excluding Sundays) which begin with Ash Wednesday and end on Easter Sunday. The most solemn day of Lent is Good Friday, the day of the crucifixion of Jesus of Nazareth. When I was growing up, workers were given half a day off and three hours were spent kneeling in prayer from noon to 3 p.m., the time when Jesus is believed to have hung on the cross before giving up his spirit. Although that is rarely practiced today by the laity, it is still a day of fast and abstinence and is marked by several devotional services in the Catholic faith. At St. Joseph's (San José) church in La Cholla, two rights will be observed on April 19 beginning at 4 p.m. First will be the prayers at the Stations of the Cross, followed by a reconciliation service. For the Stations of the Cross, the parishioners will follow “The Way of the Cross” with prayers and remembrances of what Jesus experienced that day. The 14 points begin with his sentencing by Pontius Pilate and end with him being laid in the tomb. In years past, this service was conducted as a processional along the

road from La Cholla to the church. Because of the heavy traffic on that road during Semana Santa (Holy Week) the Stations will be observed by a procession inside the church at the plaques commemorating the Way of the Cross. “It touches the heart to walk step by step with Christ through The Passion which lead to his death, and ultimately, his resurrection,” said St. Joseph's sexton, Bob Keller. “It reminds us of the crux of our faith.” Following the Stations, the priest will conduct a communal reconciliation service. This is a service where people can receive the sacrament of reconciliation, also known as penance or confession, as a community instead of in individual confessions. The service conveys forgiveness for all but mortal sins. Mortal sins are grave acts knowingly and deliberately committed against God, neighbor or self. Both services will be bilingual, as is the Mass at St. Joseph's every Sunday at 8 a.m. All are welcome to attend either or both services on Good Friday. Easter Sunday service will be at the usual time – 8 a.m., on April 21. For more information, contact Bob Keller at 928-230-5844 or e-mail him at bob@keller.net. Cutlines: The first of 14 Stations of the Cross at St. Joseph's church in La Cholla. It depicts Jesus's sentencing by Pontius Pilate. The 12th Station of the Cross is Jesus's death on the cross. The Stations will be prayed on April 19th at 4 p.m., in both Spanish and English.

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Tia Katy's Corner April 2019

By Kathleen Duncan

am very proud that our Jovenes en Ascenso program is now supporting 588 students and that we have a 98% retention rate. I strongly believe that the primary reason for our success is that we do not simply help young people with the resources they need to begin the school year. Instead, we follow our students throughout the school year and provide them with the resources and support they need to succeed academically. By the end of our first year it became clear that many of the students we serve do not have anyone in their home who can provide them with academic support. So, in September of 2016 we opened our first homework club and we recently opened our third Club in the community. Because our homework clubs have become such an important part of our program, I wanted to take this opportunity to help you get to know more about them and how you can support them. What is a Homework Club? Our 'Club Tareas' or Homework Clubs provide academic support and resources for students in our program. The clubs are staffed by certified teachers and teaching interns and each club is open from 9:00 am – 6:00 pm Monday through Friday. Some of the students who attend homework club simply need help completing their homework or preparing for exams. Other students are significantly behind academically and are at risk of failing their current grade without remediation. Still other students are not attending school at all and need remediation to be able to

begin attending their local public school. Remediation students work intensively in small groups with a teacher who develops an education plan for each student. Students in our homework support program work in small groups where they receive help with homework and special projects as well as preparing for exams. All students have access to any educational materials or supplies they may need to be successful in school. Who attends Homework Clubs? Our students come from a variety of family situations and many have nobody in the home who is able to provide them with academic support. Some students come from families where the parents did not have the opportunity to attend school themselves while others are being raised by a single working parent/ grandparent or two parents who are working long hours to support their families. The majority of our Homework Club students are intelligent, highly motivated young people full of potential who simply need resources and support to succeed academically. How Can You Help Support Our Homework Clubs? Although we begin each school year providing our students with backpacks and the school supplies they need on the first day, we have a constant need for additional supplies for Homework Club throughout the year. Below is a wish list of items we need on a regular basis and the wonderful owners of the Hacienda del Sol Furniture

Store have offered to help us collect donations for our Homework Clubs. Their beautiful store is conveniently located directly across the street from Sam’s Club just as you arrive in town and we have set up an area just inside the front door to collect donations. So, next time you are heading down to enjoy some time in Rocky Point we hope you consider bringing along some items to support our efforts to give more kids in the community the gift of education. GRACIAS! Top 5 School Supplies Requested: Spiral Notebooks, Crayons, Copy Paper, Colored Pencils, Backpacks Top 5 Snacks Requested: Breakfast/ Granola Bars, Individual Juices, Peanut Butter/Cheese Crackers, Individual Meals (SpaghettiOs, Beef-a-roni, etc), Cup of Soup.

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Our Wish List for Homework Clubs

Rocky Point's Juan Francisco "El Gallo" Estrada Will Have His Revenge Against Rungvisai on April 6th

he current World Boxing Council super champion (WBC), Sor Rungvisai from Thailand, will take on the rematch fight against Puerto Peñasco's hometown hero, Juan Francisco "Gallo" Estrada, on April 6 in Los Angeles. The evening fights will be broadcast live on DAZN. Rungvisai stats are: (47-4-1, 41 KOs), while Estrada stats are: (38-3, 26 KOs). Rungvisai and Estrada met in February 2018, fighting a very close match ending with a victory for Rungvisai by majority decision of 114-114, 117-111 and 115-113. After the defeat, Estrada called for a rematch but for various reasons it has not happened to date. After the long wait, finally the Rocky Point native will have the opportunity to avenge his defeat against the tough Thai. According to a confirmed statement from RingTV, Rungvisai vs. Estrada II will head an evening that will feature the clash between IBF super bantamweight champion TJ Doheny and WBA regular champion Daniel Roman. "Juan Francisco Estrada has reached an agreement for a rematch between them that will take place on April 6 on DAZN in Los Angeles, California", according to RingTV. "On the same card, International Boxing Federation super bantamweight champion TJ Doheny (21-0, 15 KOs) is expected to face WBA 122-pound world champion Daniel Roman (26-2-1, 10). KOs) in a unification". Rungvisai signed a promotional agreement with Matchroom Boxing on Wednesday, so his fight with former 28-year-old WBA / WBO flyweight champion Estrada would be the first with the company on DAZN. Rungvisai, 32, already beat Estrada last year for a 12-round majority decision last year at The Forum in Inglewood, California. According to one expert, "In the best of cases, Estrada deserved to win only round 12, since he was moving away almost the entire fight. The score was atrociously bad for the three judges".

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Point Times has been publishing for some 25 years now so we’ve seen just about everything… except cruise ships!! In other good news, we’ll be having an El Golfo Memorial Run for my Mom, Sandra O’Hare on Friday, May 17th, Saturday the 18th and Sunday the 19th. It will be our usual 3-day run and I’ve scheduled it over the weekend so more of you can attend. The Survivor’s Party will be after the run on Sunday the 19th at 4:00 PM at the Satisfied Frog in Old Port. Kris and Rick Nichols have been nice enough to accommodate our motley crew. Alicia will post the El Golfo motels and their phone numbers on Facebook so you can make your own reservations or hit her up at rockypointtimes@yahoo. com if you need help or have questions. Come one day, or two or three. If you want to attend the party on Sunday, but are not going on the run, please feel free to come and join us at the Satisfied Frog. If you could let Alicia know, that would be great. I mentioned the Rocky Point Times moving to a new office a few months back, but we’ve had zero luck finding an appropriate location that meets all of our needs, so we’re on to Plan B and we’ll let you know when things start to come to fruition. Oh, the suspense…

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Some of you may have noticed that the guard shack at the entrance to Las Conchas has been shut down. The physical building still stands, and I believe there are still guards patrolling the area, but the City has stated that the area is public property, NOT private, so they cannot limit access to the general public.

There are HUGE potholes all around town, on Highway 8, and on the Coastal Highway. And they are posing a very serious problem. We have received many complaints about the condition of our roads and though we have passed on your complaints, and our own, they just seem to be getting worse and worse. The one pictured is the infamous “crate” pothole that’s located on the back road between the windmills and the Coastal Highway intersection. It was filled (with sand), but we had more rain and now it’s a crater again. And to make things worse, the other side of the road now has 3 potholes at the same exact spot. I have a pretty wide truck so I have problems travelling in either lane if there is another vehicle coming at me. I drive that road all the time so I am aware, but I know many people go that way to Sandy Beach – big trucks hauling big trailers, motorhomes and little cars - who may not be aware of the terrible condition of the road. And

it’s not just that spot. People are constantly driving in the opposite lane to avoid these deep potholes all up and down the road. So just be aware and slow down. The potholes are everywhere so slow down and keep your eyes open and keep a safe distance between your car and others. I drove the Coastal Highway 003 on February 15th, on my way to Yuma and then again on March 4th, on my way to Mexicali and the highway was an absolute NIGHTMARE! On my Feb. 15th trip there were a few potholes to dodge, but by March 4th I thought I was on the Caborca Highway, which has also been reported as the “worst it’s ever been”. There were trucks pulled over with damage to their tires, as well as cars, and a Jeep appeared to have lost his tire and completely damaged the back end of his vehicle. So, for now, do not drive either highway at night until these holes are fixed and be careful around town. We will keep reaching out to the City and State

to see if something can be done. Have a happy Easter and Semana Santa and we hope to see lots of you on the El Golfo Run and/or at the Satisfied Frog at the end of the Run.

Tourist Assistance Unit Agents Continue Training in Police Tactics and Techniques

gents of the Tourist Auxiliary Unit (TAU) and the Municipal Public Security Department, recently received the eighth training session in Proper use of tactical Staff and physical conditioning in the facilities of the municipal gym. Carlos Bravo Martínez, Director of the TAU commented that the purpose of this training in police techniques is to reinforce the skills and preparation in security issues through the strategic plan of Puerto Peñasco Seguro promoted by the mayor Kiko Munro. "The Municipal President continues to insist on the preparation and training of the TAU that make up the security units and continue to make Puerto Peñasco the safest tourist destination," said the public servant. On this occasion, 36 officers received the physical training and instruction in the use of a cane taught by Master Sergio Camacho, President of the International Association in Special Tactics and Police Instructor of the City of Phoenix, Arizona. Among other courses and trainings for the operational personnel of the TAU and Public Security are, special techniques and tactics, defense, disarmament, arrest tactics, escorts and firearms, as well as training in protection and reaction, alignments, preventive vehicular detention, firearms, routine movements, defense against bodily aggression, Logistics, and others. Carlos Bravo, Director of Puerto Peñasco's Tourist Assistance Unit Receives "Best Instructor" Award.

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By Nancy Phelan AKA “The Pack Leader”

"Making Rocky Point a better place to be an animal" Quote By Lannette Phipps

appy Easter to all my friends and family and everyone else, It is cool in Rocky Point and we are trying to keep everyone warm. We have stopped taking in dogs as there are several groups now rescuing dogs. We are the only group rescuing cats and are overflowing. Due to my health I need to quit by summer. I have Parkinson’s and it is difficult to care for them. I use a wheelchair to care for the dogs (I still have) or I would be knocked down with love. Thank you to Bill and Marilyn Chester for bringing me the wheelchair. They are great friends! We have a few dogs and A LOT of cats…Siamese, tiger, white, orange etc. All sizes and they are all spayed and neutered and have all of their shots. If you would please consider adopting a cat – and want to come by and pick yours out or take a look at them please call for

an appointment, due to my health. Luis is here at 4:30 until 6:00 for donations. We desperately need dry cat food, Friskies canned cat food and non-clumping kitty litter. We use Kirkland dog and cat food, but any good brand is appreciated. Small cat beds and litter pans are also needed. I want to thank everyone who has helped make Rocky Point safer for the animals. It has been 19 years since we started, and many friends have passed. It did take a village, but we paved the way for new groups to start up and they are doing a great job. If anyone would like to open a cat sanctuary in Rocky Point, it is badly needed. Please consider adopting a cat or two. It is going to be difficult finding a home for them by summer.

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Now open - Peñasco Japanese Martial Arts Center

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xperienced and quality Martial Arts instruction with Sensei Marlon Moore is now available in Puerto Peñasco! Sensei Moore is an 8th degree black belt and has been training and teaching karate for over 45 years. Sensei Moore has recently relocated to Puerto Peñasco and is now teaching private lessons at the dojo in his home. Sensei Moore founded Arizona Wado Karate association and dojo in 1976 and is the founder of Christian Martial Arts Association and American Wado Karate (National). In 1979 Sensei Moore was named to the United States Team to compete in the World Championships in Tokyo, Japan. The US Team won a Gold Medal. Sensei Moore was personally undefeated in this tournament. In 1983 Sensei Moore was again named to the US team to compete against the Canadian National Team. The US Team, again, won the Gold Medal. In 1992 Sensei Moore worked with Black Belt Magazine and Martial arts icon Dan Ivan to produce, 5 one-hour video tapes that are still sold around the world. Now you can train with this great Karate and Martial Arts Master. Private lessons are available in Karate, Pressure points, self-defense, Japanese sword, Jujutsu wrist and joint locks, Japanese Martial arts History and Philosophy. In 2017 Sensei Moore suffered some neck and back issues that made it impossible for him to teach full time anymore. He

decided to semi retire in his dream location of Puerto Penasco, Mexico. He now has his childhood dream of his house and dojo in the same location. The fact that Penasco, Mexico is so close also allows him to travel to Arizona on a regular basis to teach seminars and to handle all belt Grading and Dan Testing, He spends his time training and teaching private lessons, as the best format to pass down all the knowledge he has gained over the years through training with such great Sensei's around the world. Sensei Moore has Trained with many karate masters including; Grand Master Hironori Ohsuka, Tutsuo Suzuki, Toru Arakawa, Jiro Ohsuka, Hiromasa Setamatsu, Seiji Nishamura, Toshio Osaka, Rick Hobusch, Toshio Takahashi, Fumio Demura, Dan Ivan, Osamu Ozawa, Teruo Hayashi, Chuck Merriman, Lee Gray, Seiyu Oyata, Vince Morris, George Dillman, Rick Clark, and so many more. Martial Artists from around the world are coming to Puerto Penasco to learn from Sensei Moore. "It is my hope and passion to give back to others since so much has been given to me." Sensei Marlon Moore For More Information e-mail: info@rsvpmex.com For More About Sensei Marlon Moore visit WWW.RSVPMEX. COM

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The Eats

Casago Selected For Who’s Who In Luxury Real Estate

By Marco Zepeda

his month, since you all really asked for it, we bring you TACOS, TACOS and more TACOS…this time we will be recommending Asadero Viva Mexico! First of all, it is the only taqueria on the Malecon and we have been there many times to eat their delicious tacos that only the Salinas Ramirez family can make! They have tacos al pastor (pork) and their carne asada (beef) are the best in Peñasco, in my opinion. The family has been in the business here for 18 years, growing little by little each year, which is a testament to how good they are. And last year they expanded their taqueria to make it more spacious and welcoming to better serve you.

If you have not heard about tacos al pastor, this is how they make them… first they stack the seasoned meat onto a blade like cylinder and then it begins rotating making sure that all the meat is cooked evenly. If you’ve seen it, you know it’s a total ritual. To me they have the best al pastor tacos in all of Rocky Point. They also have excellent carne asada and chicken tacos, and, of course, their quesadillas are delicious too and they only use the best cheese.

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If you are into burros (huge taco like roll), well they also have them and they have them with different meats like their asada and pastor. If you visit Asadero Viva Mexico then you will truly know what good tacos taste like At Asadero Viva Mexico you can order a few tacos and they will serve you a side tray with all kinds of goodies like shredded cabbage, radishes, grilled onions and cucumber as well as their great salsas like salsa roja, salsa verde, pico de gallo and, as many know it, salsa bandera. And let’s not forget their delicious guacamole! You can’t go wrong if you are designing your own tacos. I am hungry now, so I’ve got to get down to Asadero Viva Mexico. Oh, and before I forget, they also have shrimp and fish tacos… tacos for every taste!! The Family is from Oaxaca, but they have been living in Rocky Point for a very long time and they sure know how to serve their customers so you will not be disappointed. You can call this place “Asadero” or “Taqueria” – it has the same meaning.

Asadero Viva Mexico open every day, except Wednesdays, from 9am to 9pm. They are located on Calle Ulloa in Old Port (into Old Port, 1st street turn left). I have to mention their drinks also - they carry almost everything from soft drinks to horchata, Jamaica and even cold beer. Go to Viva Mexico and enjoy their delicious tacos, I know you will be very happy. Until next month…

Scottsdale Company Recognized For Premier Vacation Rentals

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(Scottsdale, Arizona – 2019) Casago, a leading vacation rental and property management company, is honored to be recognized by Who's Who in Luxury Real Estate. Casago was chosen for excellence in vacation rentals and its commitment to serving property owners in Mexico and America. “Casago is proud to be listed among the most prestigious and respected real estate and property management companies in the industry,” said Steve Schwab, Founder and CEO of Casago. “We are thrilled for this recognition because it reinforces our belief in keeping standards high, prioritizing customer service and providing full transparency to renters and property owners.” The Arizona based vaca-

tion rental and property management company is known for exclusive tracking software that lets property owners monitor everything in real-time from their phone or computer including reservations, maintenance, billings, revenue and even maid service. Casago services also include: • On-site property management teams keep homes safe with quick response times. • Casago requires renters to be screened through a public background check. • Management maintains close relationships with communities and HOA’s. • Casago provides employees with extensive training and living wages. Casago coordinates with 200-vacation websites, allowing 24-million combined potential guests and 11,0000 travel agents to search and book properties with impeccable service.

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Veracruz: 500 Years of History

By Mario Vega

t’s been 500 years since Hernan Cortez disembarked on the beaches of the richest place he had ever seen before. The place was named by Cortez: “The Rich Village of the True Cross”, having landed in 1519 on the Christian Holy Day of Good Friday - or the day of crucifixion - and in reference to the large amounts of gold that the Spanish had found there.

If truth be told, that was the main reason for their landing. One year after that event, the Aztec empire was crushed. The first town council of America was established. This beautiful and rich place is Veracruz and this year (April 22nd, 2019) we celebrate its 500-year anniversary. Celebrations will take place all over the state, but especially in the “4 times Heroic Port of Veracruz”. Back to 1521, the “Viceroyalty of New Spain” was established and included the territories of Mexico and the current U.S. States of Arizona, California, Texas, New Mexico, Nevada, Colorado, Utah, Washington and Florida among others. Veracruz has been, since then, the most important port of Mexico. As mentioned before, the port has been under attack 4 times, which give this place an unmatchable historical value, having witnessed the following events:

A literary column By Marcia Diane 1825 - Defeating the Spanish in the fortress of “San Juan de Ulúa”. 1838 - The “Pastry War” against the French, in which the port was bombarded. 1847 - First U.S.A. invasion. 1914 - Second U.S.A. invasion. President Woodrow Wilson ordered the landing of troops in Veracruz. The word “Gringo” was first used in Veracruz during the MexicanAmerican War (circa 1847) and, after the second invasion in 1914, which was the 4th heroic defense of our port, the word has now lost all derogatory status and was turned into the most common word to refer to any US Citizen. FACTS: • Veracruz is the largest and most important commercial port in the country (for those of you interested in business). • It was inhabited by pre-Columbian cultures such as: Huastecs, Otomis, Totonacs and Olmecs (known for their colossal stone heads). A must for archeology lovers. • Veracruz’s reef system is considered a national park (for scuba diving enthusiasts). • The State of Veracruz has the highest peak in Mexico: Pico de Orizaba with a height of 18,491 ft. • It has 429 miles of coastline with the Gulf of Mexico (sportfishing and water activities). • Veracruz has one of the richest varieties of wildlife in the world (nature/animal lovers, adventurous people and photographers). • The mixture of cultures gives this place a unique touch to its gastronomy, music, arts and traditions and you will end up saying: “Solo Veracuz es bello” - “Only Veracruz is beautiful“.

Do you want to visit VERACRUZ? Know more about its products, companies or just more in general? Contact Mario Vega at 638-114-1621/ comercioveracruzapuertenasco@gmail.com.

I sat contemplating my poetry books this morning in preparation for getting down to business here and was awed by how many I have…or more to the point how many poets there are. Now, if you want a conversation stopper at your next party when someone asks you what you do… tell them you are a writer or worse yet, a poet. Silence. What I’ve noticed this silence seems to be about is; most of us feel slightly, to a lot, intimidated by writers, poets and artists in general…on account of most of us don’t perceive ourselves to be, well, creative enough to lard on those heavy labels. Because then what, we’d have to prove worth of the name. You have to say where you were published or your last show. Or maybe you will be found out to be an uncultured boor. But here’s the thing: We all were read nursery rhymes, stories filled with amazing prose…we just didn’t realize it when we were little. Stories and rhyming are in our DNA. And before that it was pictures. Everyone drew them everywhere on rock faces, made sand paintings, all for the purpose of communicating. I bet every single one of you drew pictures at school when you

were in kindergarten and you had to share at circle, right…’tell us about your weekend, Sally’. And if you are here now, reading this, clearly we all learned to read and write. So, I want to present us with a challenge this month. Who are your favorite poets, writers, artists or musicians? Yes, of course musicians are writers first, else what would they sing without a song. Now wait, don’t move onto the next article in our paper here, with a; ‘I don’t know any of those. I’m not…’ Go online, if you can’t get to a library or bookstore and peruse through a couple of children’s books that tickle your fancy, if only by the cover art or title. Hear that rhyme…(especially in the more classic often European writers), notice how the prose brings you from page to page… along with the pictures. Just allow that. I’ll lay money, had I any to lay, grin…that you will have some memories stir. Next, wander over to poets and pull one off the shelf…breeze through a few ‘til something resonates. Try some Chinese folks…love their short sweet koans. Then send me your favorites and stories you remember about your weekend… Join us won’t you for our monthly on-line writers group at: m.diane.writeon@gmail.com By the way…those little exercises up above are exactly the kind of thing we do to get writing going, get our stories flowing in our online writers group.

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TRAVELINFORMATION TOURIST ASSISTANCE INFORMATION YOU NEED TO REMEMBER

If you dispute any incident or infraction, need help or have questions, please go to the Police Station, located north of town. Pay any and all fines ONLY at the station. IF YOU ARE PULLED OVER ALWAYS: • Write down the Name of the Officer • And the Number on the back of the vehicle that pulled you over • Record the location you were pulled over and the exact time

POLICE EMERGENCIES

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Nationwide: from ANY PHONE. TelCel users can also dial *112 to go directly to the Peñasco Police Station

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REPORT ANY ATTEMPT OF BRIBES BY CALLING INTERNAL AFFAIRS AT 388-6552

YOU MUST FILE AN OFFICIAL COMPLAINT!

If you feel you have been wronged by an officer(s), you MUST make an official complaint so that the police department can take action. If they have no record of the incident, then they have no proof. Telling your friends and complaining to others will not get the problem solved - it only creates more problems and allows the officer to go on “doing business as usual”. File a complaint and save others the same grief you have gone through and make our city a better place.

DO NOT PAY OR OFFER TO PAY ANY OFFICER DIRECTLY WHEN PULLED OVER.

Passports are required for re-entry into the U.S. when travelling by vehicle into Mexico. You may also present a Passport Card, Enhanced Driver’s License, SENTRI or NEXXUS Cards when leaving Mexico. Children under the age of 16 need to present their Birth Certificate. This applies to any port of entry when driving into Mexico.

ABOUT PUERTO PEÑASCO Puerto Peñasco, also known as Rocky Point, is located in the State of Sonora on the Sea of Cortez. It is approz. 66 miles from the U.S. border at Lukeville, AZ and the Mexican border at Sonoyta, MX. Rocky Point is located within the “Free Zone”, so no vehicle permits are required for you to visit, but you will need your Passport or other ID (see above) to re-enter the United States. Rocky Point offers a variety of land and sea activities for every age and is very family oriented. It also offers a variety of dining and lodging choices as well as beach camping and RV Parks. Rocky Point is known for its warm weather, beautiful sunsets and gorgeous beaches. Relax and enjoy a day on the beach or at one of our many spas. Head out for a day of shoppingm to find everything from one-ofa-kind fine art to curious. Plan a day of golf on some of the most beautiful and challenging courses around. And when the sun has set, head out for some local night time entertainment.

DRIVING TO ROCKY POINT

COMING FROM PHOENIX

AIRLINE SERVICE & AIRPORTS INTERNATIONAL AIRPORT

Mar de Cortes International Airport (011-52-638) 383-6097 www.aeropuertomardecortes.com Airport Administrator: Alonso Dominguez Ruiz Libramiento Carretera Sonoyta-Caborca 71 Ejido Miramar, Colonia Miramar

PERSONAL AIRCRAFT To fly your own plane you must have your: pilots license, medical certificate, registration, air worthiness certificate, and Mexican airplane insurance.

You will take the old Ajo Hwy. (Hwy. 86), which will lead you through Sells and end at Why, AZ. At the stop sign take a left onto Hwy. 85 (at Why) and head to the border (see above). Gas stations, restrooms, ATM’s & convenience stores are located in Gila Bend, Ajo, Why and Lukeville. AZ before reaching the border.

COMING FROM CALIFORNIA

U.S. AIRPORTS (CLOSEST)

The Crossing at San Luis (south of Yuma, AZ) is the fastest and easiest point to cross. Head East on I-8 and take Hwy. 95 S towards Yuma. You will cross at San Luis Rio Colorado. Continue straight for a few blocks, turn left at the signal on to Ave. Obregon. That is the main road through San Luis. You will go all the way through town and see a sign for Puerto Peñasco and El Golfo de Santa Clara off to your right. Exit right at the bridge and follow the signs to Puerto Peñasco. Theres is a toll booth you will go through (currently $110 pesos). The road is smooth and free of potholes and has plenty of places to pass and pull over. Just outside of El Golfo, you will turn left onto the Coastal Highway (003) and follow that all the way to Rocky Point. Signs are clearly marked. Look on our facebook page for pictures of the signs, roadway, stops and scenery.

Phoenix, Tucson & Nogales, AZ

take you all the way to the U.S./Mexico border at Lukeville, AZ and Sonoyta, MX. The Maricopa Hwy. will lead you right into Gila Bend, exit left once you come to the stop sign and follow the above directions.

COMING FROM TUCSON

ENTERING MEXICO Hwy. 8 from the Lukeville border to Rocky Point is a good 2-lane road with plenty of emergency parking and places to pass. It is an open range (watch out for wildlife) and is patrolled by the highway police as well as the Green Angels (roadside assistance). Please see Crossing the Border in this section for more info.

YOU MUST HAVE MEXICAN VEHICLE INSURANCE...IT’S THE LAW A minimum of liability is required. Take either I-10 (west side) or the Maricopa Hwy. (east side). Take the Gila Bend/Mexico exit off of I-10 and head toward Gila Bend. Once you pass through Gila Bend you will exit onto Hwy. 85 (south) toward Ajo/Mexico. Hwy. 85 will

All parties are taken to the police station where you and your vehicle may be detained until restitution is made. If a minor is involved in an accident, the parents are responsible for the child. Parents must pay fines and/or restitution. Minors are usually detained but not jailed in non-death accidents or traffic violations. You need to file a police report and phone your Mexican insurance adjustor immediately in the event of an accident. You (most likely) will be held in jail if you are in an accident in which a death occurs.

GENERAL AIRPORT INFORMATION Airport ICAO ID: MMPE Location: 17 miles East of downtown Elevation: 88 ft. Mar de Cortes Radio Tower Frequency: 118.85 Website contains complete info. on Airport loanding, parking other fees Type of Services: RS: Int’l regular flights RFF Category: 7 Airport Coordinates: 31° 21’ 6.836” LN113° 18’ 19.44” LW Runway Center Runway Designation: 18-36 Runway 18 THR Elev.: 84 ft./Runway 36 Elev.: 88 ft. Airport Reference Number: 4D Runway Lengths: 8,100 ft. Airport Size: 1,482.6 Acres

All fines are to be paid at the main police station

PASSPORTS ARE REQUIRED

ACCIDENTS CON’T

ACCIDENTS If you are involved in a (nondeath) accident in Mexico, you are considered at fault until proven otherwise.

BUS STATIONS (MEXICO) ABC (Auto Transportes de la Baja California) Located on Constitucion, just N of the signal at Blvd. Benito Juarez Albatros - Phone: 388-0888 E side of Benito Juarez, N of the Stadium Norte de Sonora - Phone: 383-3640 E side of Blvd. Benito Juarez, S of No. Releccion (Calle 26) and N of Pemex

FOR U.S. - SEE SHUTTLE SERVICES

CAR RENTALS Some major rental companies do permit their vehicles to be driven into Mexico. Call their AZ offices directly instead of their national offices. You may be required to carry their Mexican insurance. Mexico law requires that you must carry a minimum of liability insurance. Arizona (Phoenix Area) Enterprise, Advantage, Dollar, Saban’s Puerto Peñasco (from the U.S. dial 011-52-638) Alamo Rent A Car 102-0277 Bufalo 388-9999 M.G. Rentals 383-3814 Pro Rent-A-Car 388-5823 Rio Car Rental 383-8181 The Point Rent-A-Car 388-5823

CONSULATES MEXICAN CONSULATES Tucson: 3915 E Broadway Blvd, Tucson, AZ 85711 (520) 882-5595 • Mon.-Fri. 8 AM - 2 PM Phoenix: P 320 E McDowell Rd Ste 320 Phoenix, AZ 85004 • (602) 242-7398 Nogales: 480 Grand Ave., 89562 • (520) 287-3175 Douglas: 541 10th St., 85607 • (520) 364-3107 U.S. CONSULATES Nogales, Mexico from Mexico (01-631) 311-8150 Fax: (01-631) 313-4652 from the U.S. (011-52-631) 311-8150 Fax: (011-52-631) 313-4652 http://travel.state.gov Email: NogalesASC@state.gov What the Consulate CAN DO if you are arrested in Mexico • Visit you in jail after your arrest • Provide you a list of local attorneys • Inform you of judicial procedures • Notify family and friends • Relay requests for aid or monetary support • Protest abuse/mistreatment to authorities What the Consulate CANNOT DO if you are arrested in Mexico • Demand your immediate release • Get you out of jail or out of the country • Pay legal fees w/U.S. Government money • Pay fines w/U.S. Government money

CONTRALORIA SONOYTA Dear traveler, when crossing the border of Sonoyta, Sonora you suffer any abuse by any police authority, make sure to file a Complaint. The Mayor’s office is here to help with any problem you may have, make sure to contact us to: (651) 512-1172 or ( 651) 100-9530 or email contraloriasocialsonoyta@hotmail.com We are available 24 /7, every day of the week.

CROSSING THE BORDER CLOSED MIDNIGHT - 6:00 AM

Arizona (Lukeville) Border Mexico (Sonoyta) Border As soon as you pass the chainlink fence, you are entering into Mexico. There are two lanes going into Mexico. Wait for the vehicle ahead of you to pass all the way through the lane before proceeding. VEHICLE INSPECTION There are two means of inspection: 1) Fiscal Traffic Light Nothing to declare/items under allowed limit

2) Integral Inspection

Voluntary declaration/items over allowed limit

As you cross the Mexican Border there are two narrow lanes with a (traffic) light at the end of the lane. As you proceed ahead, the light will flash RED (alto - stop) or GREEN (pase - go). 1) FISCAL TRAFFIC LIGHT STOP (alto) - RED LIGHT If the light turns red you will pull off to the left where an officer will ask you some questions such as where you are going, how long you are staying, and what you are bringing into Mexico. The officer will most likely look through your vehicle and belongings. Do not leave your vehicle unattended and do accompany the officer during his search. If you incur any problems be sure to get the name and badge number of the officer. GO (pase) - GREEN LIGHT If you get the green light you can pass through without any inspection. Please note that you still may be pulled over and inspected even if you get the green light. 2) INTEGRAL INSPECTION This is the voluntary request for the examination of your articles, if you have items to declare which exceed your allowed

limits. Before you enter the lanes to cross into Mexico, you will pull off to your left and park in the assigned spaces against the chainlink fence. You will need to go to the small building, which sits in the middle of the two lanes, and tell the officer what items you have to declare and the value of each item. When you are finished filling out the form, the import tax (impuestos) will be assessed and you will be handed two forms to take to the bank and pay. (The bank is at the side of the brick building, past the fountain.) If it is after hours, you will pay your impuestos to the agent who will stamp your form and issue you a receipt. An agent may want to come and inspect your load. The taxes you pay are in pesos and you can now pay with a credit card (they will accept dollars) and are to be paid directly to the bank and you will be issued a receipt. You will need that receipt to cross the border. (If you are pulled over by Aduana after leaving the border, you will need the receipt as proof of payment.) After you have paid your taxes, you will need to cross the border and go through the Fiscal Traffic Light. If you get the red light you will need to pull over and show your receipt to the officer. If you come through the fiscal traffic light, and merchandise is found, which was not declared, you could have to pay a fine of 4x the commercial value of the articles plus your vehicle and belongings may be seized. If you choose the Integral Inspection the fine will be 1½x the value. In both cases you forfeit the right to the tax exemption. Your vehicle and personal belongings can be confiscated if you do not stop and declare merchandise over your limit allowed by Mexican Law.

DUTY FREE ITEMS You are allowed $300 USD tax free in new merchandise per person. Merchandise must be in same vehicle as person(s) declaring. The following is a list of items which you may bring into Mexico tax free. • Items for personal use such as clothing, shoes and toiletries according to the length of your stay. • 1 photographic or motion video camera, including a power source and rolls of film or video cassettes. (No professional equipment.) • Books and magazines. • 1 used sports article or piece of equipment for individual use. • 1 carton of cigarrettes. • 3 liters (approx. 3 quarts) of wine, alcohol, beer, etc. if the passenger is an adult. You may import an additional 2 liters and pay the corresponding tax. • Medicine for personal use (with your prescription). • Suitcases to transport your items.

If you are legally a resident of another country, in addition to the items listed, you may also bring the following items: • Binoculars • Camping equipment • Portable television, radio and 20 cds • Laptop computer • 5 used toys if the passenger is a child • Fishing tackle • Pair of skis • 2 tennis rackets • A non-motorized boat up to 5½ meters in length or a surfboard with or without a sail

If you are traveling by a camper, trailer, motorhome you may also bring in: • VCR • Bicycle with or without a motor • Household linens • Kitchen utensils • Livingroom & bedroom furniture You may import additional merchandise valued up to $1,000 per vehicle by paying the corresponding tax without the intervention of a customs broker. Over $1,000 USD requires a broker, which are located just across the border.

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TRAVELINFORMATION FIREARMS & DRUGS Firearms, illegal drugs and ammunition are NOT allowed into Mexico. Hunters may bring their firearm with the proper paperwork/ clearance. Possession carries a pentalty of 5 to 30 years.

IMPORTING You are allowed to bring in $300 USD per person worth of new merchandise - this does not include your personal items such as clothing, toiletries, etc. If you have new merchandise in excess of $300 per person you will need to declare your items and pay the impuestos (taxes) before crossing into Mexico. You may import up to $1,000 USD in new merchandise per vehicle without the assistance of a Customs Broker. To declare items you are bringing into Mexico, turn left as you cross the border, just beyond the chainlink fence. Park in the designated spot and go into the Aduana Building in the middle of the two lanes. See Crossing the Border for more information on declaring merchandise. If your merchandise totals more than $1,000 USD per vehicle, you will need the assistance of a customs broker. Customs brokers are located on the Mexican side of the border. Park on the U.S. side and walk across to one of their offices. Customs Brokers in Sonoyta, Mex. Agencia Ibarrola (011-52-651) 512-1878 Aserco Imp. (011-52-651) 512-0009 MultiServicios Sinaloa (011-52-651) 512-1593 or 1599

INSURANCE Medical Insurance Family or personal trip/ vacation medical insurance can be purchased by some providers in the U.S. Check your existing policy to see what coverage is offered while visiting Mexico. Most clinics in Rocky Point do not accept U.S. insurance as payment. Vehicle Insurance Mexican Law states that you MUST HAVE MEXICAN INSURANCE while driving in Mexico. A minimum of liability is required though full coverage is recommended. You can insure your driver’s license if driving a buggy, quad, rail, etc., but the vehicle cannot be insured for theft. If your vehicle is stolen, you must immediately file a local, federal (state) and U.S. police report. The insurance companies usually pay low blue book and extras such as rims, tires, stereo, etc. are not covered. Most U.S. policies ARE NOT recognized in Mexico. You may purchase insurance over the internet, phone, mail or stop at a number of places on your way to Rocky Point. Look in this issue for Mexican Insurance.

MILEAGE FROM ROCKY POINT TO Agua Prieta, Mexico......345 miles Ajo, Arizona......................................90 miles Caborca, Mexico.............................154 miles Ciudad Obregon, Mexico...............491 miles Guaymas, Mexico...........................408 miles Hermosillo, Mexico........................321 miles

Kino Bay, Mexico............................393 miles Las Vegas, Nevada..........................514 miles Los Angeles, California...................540 miles Lukeville, Arizona..............................66 miles Nogales, Mexico.............................287 miles Phoenix, Arizona............................217 miles San Carlos, Mexico.........................407 miles San Diego, California......................366 miles Santa Ana, Mexico.........................217 miles Sonoyta, Mexico..............................62 miles Tucson, Arizona..............................208 miles Yuma, Arizona................................260 miles Coastal Highway 003

This highway will run from Baja, California through Rocky Point to San Carlos. It is completed from El Golfo de Santa Clara to Rocky Point and from El Desemboque to Puerto Libertdad. Southern California visitors will be able to cut their driving time by using this beautiful, safe new highway! It is a nice, wide, 2-lane highway with rest stops, plenty of passing and wide shoulders for emergencies. See Driving to Puerto Peñasco at the beginning of this section.

PETS Only domestic animals (dogs & cats) are permitted into Mexico and you are allowed only two (2) animals per vehicle. You need to carry a copy of your pet’s current rabies vaccination certificate as you may be asked for it as you cross the border. Mexico has many stray animals roaming the streets so please keep an eye on your pet. Many pets are lost in Rocky Point each year due to unfamiliar surroundings and firework noise. If your animal is lost while visiting Rocky Point, we have found the best thing to do is scour the area where he/she was last seen. You can also pass out flyers to taxi drivers and water truck delivery men and post them all over town. Putting an announcement on the local AM and FM radio stations are also a good idea. Be sure you have a collar and tag on your animal as well as a current photo. Contrary to popular belief, your pet is not welcome at most establishments, especially where food is served. Please check with the staff before bringing your pet inside as the business can be fined for health violations.

RE-ENTERING THE UNITED STATES CLOSED MIDNIGHT - 6:00 AM Have your I.D. or Passport ready Bureau of Customs and Border Protection PO Box C, Lukeville, AZ 85341 (520) 387-5671, Fax: (520) 387-5309 Passports

On June 1st, 2009, U.S. Citizens reentering the United States (via vehicle) from Mexico will be required to show their Passport, Passport Card, Enhanced Driver’s License, NEXXUS or SENTRI card. Everyone in the vehicle needs to provide one of the above forms if identificaton. Parents bringing their babies, who have not received their official birth certificate, may bring the temporary one issued by the hospital. Children 16 and under will be required to show a copy of their birth certificate. Wait Times Traffic is greatly increased during holiday and busy weekends. Please plan your trip accordingly. A good idea is to arrive a day early, and stay a day later. You can check border wait times on the internet at http://apps.cbp.gov/bwt Permitted Items 100 cigars, 200 cigarettes 1 liter (39.8 fl. oz.) of alcohol, per person, 21 yrs. or older. You are NOT permitted, at the Lukeville Port of Entry, to pay duty and import additional alcohol. This is a Pima County law, not an Arizona or U.S. state law, so check with the individual border crossing. Fruits and Vegetables: bananas, blackberries, cactus fruits, dates, dewberries, grapes, lychees, melons, papayas, pineapples, and strawberries. (Most citrus such as oranges and grapefruit are NOT permitted.) Vegetables are permitted, except for those on the prohibited list. Okra, however, is subject to certain restrictions. Nuts: acorns, almonds, cocoa beans, chestnuts, coconuts (without husks or milk), peanuts, pecans, pinons (pinenuts), tamarind beans, walnuts and waternuts. Seafood: 50 lbs. of fish or shrimp per vehicle. Avoid customs penalties by declaring all articles acquired in Mexico, and in your possession at the time of your reentry into the United States. If in doubt whether an article should be declared, always declare it first to the Customs Officer on duty. If you understate the value of an article you declare, you may have to pay a penalty in addition to the payment of duty. If you fail to declare an article, acquired in Mexico, not only is the item subject to seizure, but you will be liable for a personal penalty. You are entitled to a $800 exemption in a 30 day period. Articles totaling $800 may be entered free of duty, subject to limitations on liquor, cigarettes & cigars. Prohibited Items Agricultural items are prohibited if they can carry plant pests or animal diseases. Cuban Cigars Medicine requires a prescription, carry a copy of your U.S. prescription with you. Fruits and Vegetables: sugarcane, potatoes, Irish potatoes, sweet potatoes, and yams. (Exceptions: Cooked potatoes and avocados without seeds, except in California.) Plants, Seeds and Soil: plants and seeds require special permits. Soil and some plants are prohibited. Check in advance with agricultural inspectors. (Exception: some dried plant parts for medicinal purposes are permitted.) Meat and Game: pork, raw and cooked, including sausages, cold cuts, skins, and pork tacos is prohibited. (Exceptions: shelf-stable, canned pork and hardcooked pork skins (cracklings) are permitted.) Poultry: raw meat from both domesticated and game fowl is prohibited. (Exception: thoroughly cooked poultry is permitted.) Eggs: prohibited. (Exceptions: boiled and cooked eggs are permitted.) Game: check with agricultural inspectors in advance.

Live Birds: wild and domesticated birds, including poultry are prohibited. To import personally owned pet birds, contact agricultural inspectors in advance. Straw: generally prohibited. This includes wheat straw, seeds, animal feed, and all articles made from this material. In addition to the excepted items listed above, many agricultural items are permitted if they pass inspection to be sure they are free of pests, soil and sand.

SHUTTLE SERVICES Daily shuttle service is available from the Phoenix and Tucson areas to Rocky Point and cities inbetween. Please contact the companies directly for their schedules and rates. If you need door to door service, clarify that they offer that service and if you need to be picked up at the airport make sure that the shuttle has a permit to pick up passengers at the airport. Head Out to Rocky Point Phone (602) 971-0166 www.headouttorockypoint.com Nena’s Transportation 388-7089 or (602) 442-6802 Located on Benito Juarez, N of the Baseball Stadium by Coffee Point Transportes Superior 383-3640 Calle Lazaro Cardenas, Esq. Benito Juarez Bus Station TNS/Estrella Blanca Sonoyta: Across the border on the west side of the street. 01-651-512-3374 At the Bus Station: 01-651-512-0784 Phoenix: 29th & VanBuren: 602-455-9522 Tucson Sonoran Express (520) 954-2556 www.TucsonSonoranExpress.com

SPEED LIMITS SPEED LIMITS FOR PUERTO PEÑASCO STREETS 10 KPH / 6 MPH in School Zones 30 KPH / 18 MPH on City Streets 60 KPH / 37 MPH on any Blvd., unless posted ortherwise 60 KPH / 37 MPH on the Resort Rd, from Playa Bonita to Cholla Bay

TRAVEL BEYOND THE FREE ZONE Puerto Peñasco is located in the Free Zone, where you do not need vehicle/tourist visas to visit. If you plan to travel beyond the Free Zone you will need the following: FMT (personal tourist visa) and your vehicle permit if you plan to drive. Personal Visa (FMT) Available at the I m m i g rat i o n Office in Sonoyta, on your right as you cross the border. They are open from 8:00 AM until Midnight. You will need to bring your birth certificate and/or valid driver’s license. You can either park on the U.S. side and walk across or you can go through the border and park. You will need to show your ID and fill out the necessary paperwork (it is in English and Spanish). Once you have filled out the paperwork you will take it over to Banca Serfin, pay approx. $195 pesos (per person) and return to the office to give them a copy.

At this time you cannot obtain your FMT in Peñasco, but the Immigration office can stamp your FM3 or FM2 for travel beyond the free zone. If you are flying into the airport you can obtain your FMT when you arrive at the Peñasco airport. By law, anyone who stays in Mexico for more than 72 hours, is required to have an FMT, whether you stay within the Free Zone or not. Automobile Visa The Free Zone covers most of Sonora, but if you plan to drive past Guaymas, Sonora, you will need to obtain a permit for your vehicle. This can be done in San Emeterio, about 20 miles south of Sonoyta on Hwy 2 or at the check point outside of Guaymas. The cost for this permit is approx. $44 dlls. You cannot get a permit in Rocky Point. You will need the original and 3 copies of: • Registration, Title and the valid driver’s license of the vehicle owner • Credit card in the vehicle owner’s name • FMT, FM3, FM2, Passport or birth certificate • Leasing contract (if the vehicle is rented or leased), which must be in the name of the person importing the vehicle. If the vehicle belongs to a company, the papers certifying the employee works for the company. If you do not have a credit card you can post a bond payable to the Federal Treasury issued by an authorized bonding company in Mexico. As an alternative to posting bond you may make a cash deposit at Banco del Ejercito in an amount equal to the value according to the “Table of Vehicle Values for Bonding Companies.” At Banco del Ejercito your credit card will be charged approx. $30 USD. A cash deposit will also be accepted if you do not have a credit card. Your deposit plus any interest will be returned to you when you leave Mexico. You may choose to obtain a bond through an authorized Mexican bonding company located at all border crossings. The bonding company also assess taxes and processing costs for this service. The vehicle permit is good for 6 months and for any type of vehicle weighing under 3 tons. When departing Mexico, and if you are not planning to drive the vehicle back into Mexico, the permit must be canceled with Customs. If your car is found in Mexico, beyond the Free Zone, and beyond the authorized time, or without the appropriate papers, it will be confiscated. Always carry the importation permit with you when driving your vehicle into Mexico. Take it with you when you exit the vehicle - do not leave this document in your car. Make a copy and leave a copy in the car - same with your insurance. The sale, abandonment or use of the vehicle for financial gain, a criminal act, etc. will result in its confiscation. The vehicle may be driven by the spouse or adult children as long as they have the same immigration status. It is a good idea to get a notarized document, if you are driving a vehicle beyond the free zone that is not registered in your name, nor the owner is in the vehicle. It should simply state that the owner has given you permission to drive the vehicle, you may want to include the make, model, year, color and VIN number. The Rocky Point Times Newspaper strives to keep the information up-to-date. Laws, rules and info. change constantly, so if you notice an error, or have additional info., please let us know so that we may change the info. Contact us with questions or corrections at rockypointtimes@ yahoo.com or phone (480) 4636255 or local 383-6325.

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GENERALINFORMATION ATV’s ATV’S ARE NOT PERMITTED ON CITY BEACHES Please follow these rules when riding ATV’s in Rocky Point. • Helmets mandatory • Only 2 persons per ATV • No riding after dark • Driver’s must be 16 yrs. of age • Do not race, jump, do wheelies, etc. • Do not drink and drive DO NOT RIDE IN THE FOLLOWING AREAS Main Blvd. Benito Juarez Blvd. Fremont or in the Old Port

You will be fined if riding in these areas. Fines are to be paid only at the police station.

$$ BANKING & MONEY $$ Typical Bank Hours Mon.-Fri. open 8:30 or 9 AM, close 4 or 5 PM Saturday 9 or 10 AM - 2 PM Banks do not offer Safety Deposit Boxes BANKS IN PUERTO PEÑASCO BANAMEX Sucursal Pinacate Blvd. Benito Juárez & Campeche 383-3943 or 383-4830 Blvd. Benito Juárez & Blvd. López Portillo 388-5842 or 388-5844 BANCOMER 383-2947 or 383-2430 Blvd. Benito Juárez & V. Estrella and in Plaza Fremont BANORTE 383-5955 • Blvd. Benito Juárez 388-6901 • Blvd. Fremont & Sinaloa SANTANDER SERFIN 383-2091 or 383-4288 Blvd. Benito Juárez & Calle 13 Hwy. 85, north of town ATM MACHINES ATM’s are located at the banks and have 24 hr. access. They give pesos only. The only one that gives dollars is the Banorte ATM on Fremont. When the machine prompts Pesos? Dollars? you must select pesos or your transaction will be aborted. There are U.S. ATM machines in Ajo, Why and Lukeville, AZ. CHECKS & CREDIT CARDS Most merchants do not accept U.S. checks and they are not cashable at banks or money exchanges. Some merchants do accept credit cards, but check first and ask if there is an additional charge. MONEY EXCHANGE All merchants accept USD. If you would like to exchange your dollars into pesos you can do so at one of the banks or at the money exchanges. Depending on the exchange rate, sometimes you are better off paying in USD or pesos, you will have to do the math. TRAVELERS CHECKS Travelers Checks are accepted by some merchants, but are not cashable at any bank in Puerto Peñasco. U.S. BANKS Closest U.S. bank to Puerto Peñasco National Bank 101 La Mina Avenue, Ajo, AZ 85321 (520) 387-2200 Mon.-Thurs. 9-4, Fri. 9-5

They do not exchange pesos or Canadian $

WIRE SERVICE You can send money to a person in Rocky Point, from the U.S., by using MoneyGram or Western Union. MoneyGram transfers are picked up at Coppel Department Store on Ave. Constitucion (across from Super Ley grocery store). It must say Puerto Peñasco, Sonora, Mexico and the receipent must have a driver’s license or a passport and the transaction number to retrieve the money. Western Union transfers may be picked up at the local post office during business hours, must show proof of ID. You cannot wire money to a bank for someone who does not have an account.

CHURCHES 7th Day Adventist Church Pastor Jose Luis Perez Perez Ave. Sinaloa (between Alberto Lizárraga & Gregorio Escalante) Tel: (638) 383-6760 Cel: (638) 100-6602 Worship Saturday 9:30am 2nd Location in Nuevo Peñasco Corner of 51st Ave & Aquiles Serdan (East side of Town) Adonai Comunidad Cristiana Lucero Viuda de Morúa #257 between López Mateos & Healy Col. Luis Donaldo Colosio Tel. 638.383.3865 www.adonaicc.net Assembly of God 383-3364 Ave. Luis Encinas & 27th Street Apostolic Church Constitucion Ave. & 15th Street Good Samaritan Callejon 25 and Ave. 65 (N. of Lazaro Cardenas) (638) 112-7035 Sunday Service 10:30 am Grupo Unidad Cristianos de Peñasco Pastor Ernesto Portugal 383-2240 North on Benito Juarez to Simon Morua, turn right (east), 1 blk. past Ace Hardware, turn right, church is on your left before Melchor Ocampo. English Headphone available Sunday Services 9:30am-11:15 & 11:30-1:30 Thursday: 7:30 - 9:00pm Church office hours Monday - Friday 9:30am to 2:00pm Peñasco Christian Fellowship 383-4513 ask for Stan or Becky Tedrow On Melchor Ocampo, 1/2 blk. E. of Blvd. Josefa Ortiz de Dominguez. Bilingual Services Sunday Services: 10am and 11:15am Wednesday Services: 7:00pm Family of God Christian Fellowship Non-Denominational Worship Services 383-3480 Blvd. Costero N 2000A, Fracc. Las Palomas English Services, Everyone Welcome Spanish Translation Offered Sunday Services: 9:00am Iglesia Sagrado Corazon de Jesus (Sacred Heart Church) Paseo V. Estrella in Old Port. Jehovah’s Witnesses Kingdom Hall 388-6244 Stadium road, on the left side just before Blvd. Josefa Ortiz de Dominguez, behind COFESA Sunday-English 9:30AM Mormon Church 18th St & Cuauhtémoc Ave Nuestra Señora de Guadalupe 383-2959 Calle 20 Simon Morua Sunday Services: 8:00 am and 10:00 am 1:00 pm, 6:00 pm and 7:30 pm Rocky Point Bible Church Iglesia Ev. Nuevo Nacimiento Pastor Manuel Agundez Blvd. Samuel Ocaña between San Luis and Guillermo Prieto Services in Spanish, but many English speaking groups attend to translate Services Sunday and Wednesday and Bible Study Groups Children’s Ministry every Saturday in Colonia Nueva Good News Club with Esperanza de Vida San Francisco Blvd. Josefa Ortiz de Dominguez Sunday Service: 11:00 am San Jose Mission Church Bilingual Catholic Mass offered every Sunday at 8 a.m. at San Jose’ Church in La Cholla/Cholla Bay. Everyone is welcome.

San Judas Tadeo near old Cholla Bay Road Sunday Services: 5:00 pm San Martin de Porres Ave. Luis Encinas Sunday Services: 9:00 am Templo La Hermosa 383-7130 Pastor Carlos Gracian Located next to the new cemetery Sunday Services: 10:00 am WEDDINGS: You need the proper documentation to be legally married in Mexico. Please see the “Weddings” section for more information

EMERGENCIES Puerto Peñasco’s hospitals and clinics handle a variety of emergency and nonemergency situations. Most visitors visit one of the Clinics (listed below) or the Red Cross for emergency services. Ground and air ambulance transport services are available. CLINICS Clínica Santa Fe Simón Morúa, 2nd corner off of Blvd. Benito Juárez English speaking doctors Lab on site, X-rays 383-2447 or 383-4040 Clínica San Jose 383-5121 English Speaking Doctors Blvd. Benito Juarez Clínica Santa Isabel (Maternity) 383-3645 Puerto Peñasco Clínica Santa María 383-2440 Puerto Peñasco CLOSEST U.S. CLINIC Desert Senita Health Center 401 Malcate, Ajo, AZ 85321 Off main blvd. at curve, N of the bank (520) 387-5651 CRUZ ROJA (RED CROSS) EMERGENCY DIAL 065 383-2266 Cruz Roja Mexicana Services are absolutely free 24 Hours, 7 Days a Week Red Cross does not receive any funding and operate solely on donations. Your contributions will be welcome at any time in their office on Blvd Fremont or stop when you see them on your way into town. Red Cross has Technicians and Instructors available in case of a disaster in Puerto Peñasco. They treat non-life threatening wounds and can prepare patients for ground or air ambulance service to U.S. OTHER IMPORTANT PHONE NUMBERS dialed from Mexico AIR AMBULANCE SERVICE AirEvac......................001-880-321-9522 Sky Med...................001-866-805-9624 CLINICS...............see Clincs on this page HOSPITALS Community...............................383-4566 IMSS..........................................383-5186 EMERGENCY NUMBERS WHEN IN DOUBT DIAL 066 Electric dial...071 Fire Department dial...068 Marine Rescue dial...462,627 or 767 VHF Channel 26 is monitored by CBSC Police dial...060 WHEN IN DOUBT DIAL 911 or 066

FIRST AID Scorpion Stings First aid for any scorpion sting should involve cooling the wound, which allows the body to more easily break down the molecular structure of the venom. Cooling also reduces pain. Use ice or cool running water if available. On a warm night, a wet compress will help. Keep the victim calm and still. Panic and activity speed up the venom’s spread. Symptoms may include heavy sweating, difficulty swallowing, blurred vision, loss of bowel control, jerky muscular reflexes, and respiratory distress. These serious signs are cause for quick evacuation to a medical facility. Antitoxins are available in many areas where dangerous scorpions live. The doctors, clinics and Red Cross are experts at treating stings. Snake Bites Yes! We do have snakes in Puerto Peñasco. Not usually found in city areas. If you are bitten by a rattlesnake, or any other kind of venmous snake, seek medical attention immediately. Anti-venom is available here in Peñasco. Jellyfish They are usually bright blue and are present in our waters during June, July and August, although they are sometimes hard to see because of the clarity of the water. Some years we have a few, and other years we have tons. In some beach communities, you will find far less than others. A good test to see if they are present, is to look along the tidelines for any that have washed ashore if they’re up there then there’s a pretty good chance they’re in the water. Use caution when walking barefoot on the beach or digging through the sand with your hands, they can still sting you (I know from experience). If you are stung, get to a doctor or the Red Cross immediately for treatment. Stingray Stings Our Rocky Point doctors, clinics and Red Cross are well adept at treating stings. The best way to avoid a sting is by doing the “stingray shuffle!” To avoid stepping on a ray, shuffle your feet slowly as you move through the surf to scare the rays away. Round stingrays are very good at burying in the sand and will remain buried even as you approach. By shuffling your feet you will brush against them and they will scurry away. If you walk through the water as you normally do you will most likely step square on the back of them which causes their barbed tail to come up and sting you. Be extra careful in area where the sediment is silty/sand or where the water is particularly warm. What do you do if you get stung by a ray? Get out of the water and head to the nearest doctor. If you are stranded out where these facilities are not available follow these steps and seek medical attention as soon as you can. First, let the wound bleed - this will allow any toxins entered with the barb to get out. Next, immerse the wound in hot water, as hot as the patient can stand for approximately 45 minutes: This denatures the protein toxin and relieves a majority of the pain. Then treat wound as any other puncture wound or cut, keep clean and bandage: This reduces the chance of infection, promotes healing. If pain or bleeding persists, if wound is large or if patient shows signs of an allergic reaction, see a doctor immediately! If you are staying at a resort go to the desk or convenience store - they may have a first aid kit with a treatment.

FISHING & BOATING PERSONAL WATERCRAFT You do not need to obtain a boat permit for your persona watercraft. However, if you plan to fish from your boat, each person fishing must have a fishing license which can be purchased here in Puerto Peñasco. As with vehicles, it is a good idea to carry two copies of your title and registration for your watercraft and trailer. DO NOT BRING THE ORIGINALS! One copy should be kept on your boat/watercraft and the other shoud be carried on your person or put in a safe location during your stay. FISHING PERMITS You MUST have a fishing license for everyone onboard a boat, even if they are not fishing, permits are checked. You do not need a permit if you are fishing from the shore. Permits can be obtained locally at the Capitania de Puerto, M-F, 8AM to 3PM or at the Mexican Consulate in Phoenix. Fishing Permit Rates (approx.) Pesos Daily - $106.00; Weekly - $220.00 Monthly - $315.00; Yearly - $410.00 CHARTERS Many charter boats and pangas are available for hire by the hour/half-day/ day, or organized trip. We do not have any companies that rent boats for your personal use. Charter boats are located all over town and at the docks and on your way into Old Port (right hand side) as well as at Safe Marina and in Cholla Bay. Reputable charters are always the best choice. Please make sure there is enough safety gear on the boat for all persons in your party and that the captain has a marine radio in the event of an emergency. Fishing en Peñasco: Seasonal Fishing Calendar FISH JAN FEB MAR APR MAY JUN JUL AUG SEP OCT NOV DEC Trigger Fish Corvina Dolphin Fish Dorado Flounder Grouper Mackeral Pinto Bass Pompano Red Snapper Rock Bass Sea Bass Sea Trout Sierra Skipjack Yellowtail

FISHING & BOATING CON’T SEASONAL FISHING Spring: March, April, May Yellowtail, Grouper, Snapper, Whitefish, Pinto and Bass Summer: June, July, August Sailfish, Dolphin Fish, Marlin, Skipjack, Sierra Fall: September, October, November Sailfish, Dolphin Fish, Marlin, Skipjack, Sierra Winter: December, January, February Yellowtail, Grouper, Pinto Bass, Snapper

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GENERALINFORMATION FM3 & IMMIGRATION IMMIGRATION OFFICE Open Mon.-Fri. 8:00AM - 12:00NOON (011-52-638) 383-2526 For more info on how to obtain your Visitor or Permanent Resident Visa go to http://www.inm.gob.mx/ index.php and click on the English tab, or you can go directly to the Immigration Office and they will be happy to help you. The office is located on Blvd. Fremont at Fremont Plaza, across from Banorte. There are many companies and individuals which can assist you with your immigration paperwork, please look in our Classified Section, under “Services” for suggestions.

GREEN ANGELS Angeles Verdes EMERGENCY DIAL 078 The Green Angels patrol the highway (Hwy. 8) from Puerto Peñasco to Sonoyta offering free roadside assistance to vehicles experiencing mechanical problems. Their trucks are green and white and clearly marked. They are on patrol from sunrise to sunset, 7 days a week. What to do if you need help? If you need assistance on the highway, whether it be a broken fan belt, blown tire or empty gas tank, pull over to the side of the road and lift the hood of your vehicle. If it is at night, please use your flashers for safety and always move as far away from the highway as you can to avoid accidents. Lifting your hood signals the Green Angels, as well as other helpful travellers, that you are in distress and in need of help. The Green Angels do not charge for their mechanical services, but you will need to pay for your own auto parts, gas, oil, etc. The Green Angels offer the following services: Aide in the event of an accident Emergency radio communication Mechanical assistance Tourist Information

INTERNET SERVICE & WIFI There are many internet cafes where you can check your email or surf the net. Some have computer stations and some offer WiFi. Most of the larger RV parks, hotels and condos have wireless and/or computer centers for your use. Telefonos de Mexico (TelMex) offers Prodigy internet service for land lines.

LATITUDE & LONGITUDE

Latitude - 31°, 19 minutes N Longitude - 113°, 32 min. W Bird Island: 31°, 01.31 min., N by 113°, 14.93 min. W

MAIL SERVICES

Puerto Peñasco Post Office (011-52-638) 383-2350 Monday - Friday 8:00 am-6:00 pm Money Wires, Telegrams & Mail Located just off Blvd. Fremont next to Twin Dolphins. The post office does not offer U.S. postal services. To send a letter in Mexico, you need a Mexican stamp, which can be purchased at the post office. They do not sell U.S. stamps. You may receive mail at your residence, however it takes approx. 2-4 weeks to arrive and the system is not terribly reliable. U.S. MAIL DELIVERY TO ROCKY POINT Burrito Express U.S. mail dropoff and pick-up service from Peñasco to Lukeville. U.S. POST OFFICE Phone/Fax: (520) 387-6364 Located at the Lukeville border in AZ,

approx. 66 miles from Rocky Point. PO boxes and General Delivery available. Window Service: 8AM-12:30PM, 1-4PM M-F General Delivery Available free for a max. of 30 days. You must show ID at the post office and fill out a form. You are the ONLY one who can pick up your GD mail. PO boxes are available, approx. $22/6-mo. Post office will need 2 forms of ID and you will be required to fill out an application. Boxes are located in the post office and in the General Store.

METRIC EQUIVALENTS

Equivalents for Length 1” = 2.5 cm 6” = (1/2 ft.) = 15 cm 12” = (1 ft.) = 30 cm 36” = (3 ft.) = 90 cm 40” = 100 cm (1 meter) To convert ounces to grams, multiply the number of ounces by 30. Equivalents for Weight 1 ounce = 1/16 lb. = 30g 4 ounces = 1/4 lb. = 120g 8 ounces = 1/2 lb. = 240g 12 ounces = 3/4 lb. = 360g 16 ounces = 1 lb. = 480g Equivalents for Liquid Measurements 1/4 tsp = 1 ml 1/2 tsp = 2 ml 1 tsp = 5 ml 2 tbls = 1/8 cup = 1 fl. oz = 30 ml 4 tbls = 1/4 cup = 2 fl. oz = 60 ml 8 tbsl = 1/2 cup = 4 fl. oz = 120 ml 12 tbls = 3/4 cup = 6 fl. oz = 180 ml 1 Pint = 2 cups = 16 fl. oz = 480 ml 1 Quart = 4 cups = 32 fl. oz = 960 ml Gallons to pints x 8 1 US gallon = 3.78541178 liters Gallons to liters x 3.785 Gallons to quarts x 4

NOTARY PUBLICS (NOTARIOS) The Mexican Notario is a highly specialized lawyer authorized by the Mexican Government. They intervene in civil and commercial business. Your best interest is supposed to be the Notario Publico’s main concern. They give judicial advisement according to Mexican Law and their authority exceeds that of a lawyer and is similar to that of an arbitrator in the U.S. You should consult a Notario when: buying or selling property, foreign Investments, inheritance, wills, mortgages, contracts, private contracts, financial operations, credit titles, arbitration, bank trusts, etc. You should consult a Notary Public (Notario Publico) in Mexico before signing any contract or legal document.

NOTARIO PUBLICOS Lic. Jesus Armando Ramirez Islas Prolongacion Coahuila No. 10 (next to post office) U.S. Toll Free (877) 832-8554 383-5460, Fax 383-5005 PO Box 100, Lukeville, AZ 85341 Lic. René Osvaldo Ortega Felix Ave. Alcantar in the Old Port 383-2006 Notary Publics in Sonoyta Lic. Fco. Javier Manzo Taylor from Mexico (01-651) 512-1747

PINACATE BIOSPHERE RESERVE Reserva de la Biosfera de El Pinacate y Gran Desierto de Altar The Pinacate Biosphere Reserve is home to some of the world’s largest volcanic craters and is one of the most pristine and diverse areas in the Sonoran Desert. It has a large variety of plant and wildlife species that inhabit this sometimes hostile area. In the winter, you may see snow on the Pinacates. And in the summer, temperatures soar well over 110°. U.S. astronauts trained for their lunar landing mission in this area as the terrain mimics that found on the moon.

You can take a day trip and explore the Pinacate area and volcanic craters by vehicle, camp overnight (in designated) areas, walk or hike. You must register at the entrance to the Reserve (located in

Nayarit, approx. 20 miles N of Rocky Point). This will allow Biosphere personnel to make sure you are safe at all times.

• Speed Limit: 25 MPH • Terrain/Roads: Dirt, desert • Watch out for flora and fauna • Do not leave the road in your vehicle • Take enough drinking water with you • Respect all signs on roads and trails • Do not remove or damage plants, rocks, wood, animals or artifacts • Take all trash and waste with you • Do not enter the region from any unauthorized access road

CAMPING & CAMPSITES Red Cone, El Tecolote, Backcountry areas INTERPRETATIVE TRAILS El Elegante Crater Trail 1.2 mile linear trail Walk 0.6 miles on the border of El Elegante crater. Terrain is mostly flat. Mayo Cone Trail 1.2 mile linear trail Located in El Tecolote camping area Walk 0.6 miles to the top of Mayo Cone. You will climb 344 ft. to the top. This hike is rated as a medium difficulty trail.

RV PARKS DRY CAMPING There are a few places to dry camp on the beach north and south of Rocky Point, but really nowhere in city limits except on Sandy Beach next to The Reef, and Concha Del Mar at the other end of Sandy Beach. Almost all of the RV Parks in Puerto Peñasco offer tent camping. There are three oceanfront rv parks with services available and many more in town or with an ocean view. Oceanfront RV parks are: Cholla Bay - The Reef (638) 383-0650 El Mirador - Playa de Oro (638) 2668 Sandy Beach - Playa Bonita (638) 383-2596 Sandy Beach - Concha del Mar (638) 383-4273 Pets are allowed on the beaches and at the RV parks. Dogs must be leashed and please pick up after them. See “Pets” in this section for more information. Please call the individual park for their rates and reservations.

SEMAR (MARINE SEARCH AND RESCUE) SECRETARIA DE MARINA - ARMADA DE MEXICO Located in the Marina 638-383-1691 01-800-627-4621 Channel 16 VHF Frecuency 2182 MHZ sarmarina@semar.gob.mx

U.S. DMV (MOTOR VEHICLES) The closest U.S. Department of Motor Vehicles to Puerto Peñasco is in Gila Bend. Authorized Service Provider Registration, title, no original drivers licenses, copies/ duplicates only. M-F 9AM-6PM, SAT 9AM-1PM 606 E. Pima St. • (928) 683-2577

VIRTUAL CONSULATE The 1st Wednesday of every month, the Virtual Consulate is open to the American Community. Located at City Hall on the 1st floor facing Fremont Blvd. 10am-12pm.

WEDDINGS Rocky Point offers a variety of perfect wedding settings - from a barefoot sunset wedding to a lavish wedding at a 5-star resort. Many of the hotels, resorts and restaurants offer wedding planning services and catering as do these wedding specilaists:

Si I Do! - (011-52-638) 383-0700 www.siido.com

Wedding Music by Pablo 602) 288-8687 LEGAL CEREMONY IN MEXICO To get married in a legal ceremony in Puerto Peñasco you need: Birth certificates, translated into Spanish, notarized in Mexico; Divorce Decree; Blood test (in Rocky Point); Visas (FMT’s); 4 Witnesses (w/Visas). Your wedding planner will help you plan your reinactment ceremony as well.

TELEPHONES Puerto Peñasco’s phone company for home and business hook-up is Telefonos de Mexico (TelMex). Cellular service is available through TelCel and Movistar. U.S. carrier AT&T works pretty good here as long as you have the International Plan. DIALING INSTRUCTIONS Call Mexico from U.S. & Canada to dial a land line 011+52+638+7-digit number to dial a Peñasco cellular 011+52+1+638+7-digit number Call U.S. & Canada from Mexico dial 001+(area code)+7 digit number Call Collect from Mexico to U.S. dial 090 for a bilingual operatorCall Overseas from Mexico dial 00+country code+city code+phone number Country codes and Mexico area codes are listed in the TelMex Phone book Call another City in Mexico dial 01+(city code)+number AT&T Operator dial 001-800-462-4240 TELEPHONE COMPANY Telefonos de Mexico (TelMex) Juan de la Barrera and Calle 18 Office open 8 am • 383-2288 Phone & Internet services available TelMex (Land Line) Prefixes 383, 382, 388, 102, 108 Phone numbers are written in a variety of ways, here are a few you may see around town. 3-6325 = dial 383 + 6325 638-38-36325 = dial 383-6325 (638) 383-6325 = dial 383-6325 52+(638) 383-6325 = dial 383-6325 Mexico’s Country Code = 52 Puerto Peñasco’s City Code = 638 LONG DISTANCE To make a long distance call, your best bet is to find a cafe or internet cafe with a VOIP phone. Second best is to purchase a prepaid phone card (LADATEL) from pharmacies or businesses, and use one of the many pay phones along the streets - follow the instructions on the phone. You can also use one of the long distance (larga distancia) calling services located around town.

U.S. CALLING CARDS If you use your calling card and dial an 800#, that is not toll free within Mexico, you will be charged twice for this call - 1 charge for calling the 800 #, and then a 2nd charge on your phone card. You may also use one of the long distance services to call the U.S. and Canada. CELLULAR PHONES to dial a cell phone from a land line dial 044 + 638 + 7-digit number to dial from local cell to local cell dial 638 + 7-digit number to dial out of city cell from local cell dial 045 + city code + 7-digit number Any number that does not start with a 383, 388, 382, 102 or 108 is most likely a cellular phone You cannot dial a U.S. 800# from your Mexican cellular phone. The only U.S. cell carrier, we have found to work in Rocky Point 96% of the time, is AT&T’s International Plan. All services work - SMS, MMS, Blackberry, etc. Follow the instructions (left) for dialing the U.S. or Canada, and to dial a land line. To dial a cell phone, you may have to dial 044 + 638 + 7-digit number, or you may just need to drop the 044. Sometimes, when calling a local cell, I had to dial as if I were dialing a cell from the U.S. Check plans and where you spend the most time. TelCel’s Blackberry plan is much cheaper than AT&T’s, plus they have a reasonable International Plan for when I travel to the U.S. You can also get an unlocked phone, buy a SIM card, and switch chips as you cross the border. Mexico cell carriers are supposed to start fingerprinting everyone who purchases a cell phone or SIM card. AREA CODES FOR NEARBY CITIES Caborca.............................................637 El Golfo de Santa Clara.................................653 Guaymas...........................................622 Hermosillo........................................662 Mexicali, B.C.................................................686 Nogales.................................................631 Santa Ana.....................................................641 San Luis Rio Colorado..................................653 San Carlos.....................................................622 San Felipe, B.C...............................................686 Sonoyta...................................................651 Check phonebook for more area codes

VOIP LINES Local internet acccess enables you to use a VOIP line in Rocky Point. HOW TO DIAL 800’s U.S. 800#’s are not free of charge when called from Mexico. The charge for calling an 800# is approx. $1USD/min. 800 = dial 001+880+phone number 888 = dial 001+881+phone number 877 = dial 001+882+phone number 866 = dial 001+883+phone number 855 = dial 001+884+phone number 844 = dial 001+885+phone number

WEATHER Puerto Peñasco is known for having 362 days of sunshine! The wind does kick up, a few sprinkles will fall, and the humidity creeps in around July/August, but other than that it’s darn near perfect around here.

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Hearts, Candy, Cake, and Piñata

By Deb Turner

he Puerto Peñasco Scouts Troop 002 had a great time celebrating Valentine’s Day (Friendship Day). We had money to spend due to our efforts at the Fish Bowl Mermaid’s Market. The girls sold candy and handed out flyers. Their efforts and salesmanship were so great we even had enough for pizza after the Tiburones Basketball Championship. The previous week our Scouts

made Valentine’s decorations to place on the wall at the Community Center for their upcoming party. We practiced our cheers, played games, enjoyed a pinata and all the fun in a party. There were goody bags with more candy and cake and soda. We had a wonderful time!

For more information about our scouts, our events or if you want us to be a part of your activity contact Deb Turner (638) 836-8645. If you would like to donate supplies, money for our excursions or anything else PayPal us at: PayPal/.me/Peñasco Scouts/

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Bird Island Fiasco Part II Con’t from last month

By The Old Gringo, Allen Schwartz

ast month we left the fishermen adrift with their motor not starting... All of us were mechanically inclined, and we’d all had more than a little motor repair experience between us...with the exception of Xavier and Jose, that is. We immediately started looking for the problem. Spark plug fouled? Loose ignition wires? It was at that moment that we began to notice the things that we should have noticed before. Tools? No…not a single tool on board! We turned back to the problem at hand… carburation...okay. Fuel flow? Fuel Flow?! At this point, one of the guys picked up the main fuel tank…with one hand…and banged it like a bass drum. The hollow report from the empty tank echoed in our hearts. We were completely out of gas…as dry as our throats were rapidly becoming! The truth of our situation settled around us like an enveloping fog. No one said a word for a very long time. The only sound came from the water lapping against the hull. Even the breeze had died. Finally, the ever articulate Paul broke the silence. Speaking for us all he said… “F@#K!” I couldn’t have put it better myself.

We all looked at Xavier and asked... “Had he done this route before?”...“No.” “Had he taken this boat out before?”...“No.” “Had he made arrangements with his friend in San Jorge to look for us if we didn’t show by dark?”...“No.” “How often had he been out to the island?”...“Never.”... This was his first ‘charter’…ever!!! Now, dear reader, you need to understand how truly screwed we were. Have you heard of those Mexican fishermen that, for any number of reasons, get pulled out to sea where they spend days and weeks adrift until they are either found or die of exposure? We were in that position. The tidal exchange in the Sea of Cortez is, arguably, one of the highest in the world; during this time of the year the tides rise and fall some 26 feet every six hours. With that much water movement, our small craft could easily be sucked out into the open sea, to be lost for days or weeks before being found, if it didn’t sink in a storm or high seas first. Realization dawned... we were in a real trouble. With practiced efficiency, born of many other adventures, we all immediately began to organize ourselves and to formulate what could loosely be described as a battle plan. When we finally got around to checking our equipment, we found that the boat had no life jackets, other than the seat cushions, no first aid kit, no radio, no flare gun or signaling equipment, no oars and most important, no operating lights of any kind. Yes, we were idiots for not checking this stuff out before we left, but it was too late for recriminations now. We had to deal with what was, not what should have been. Welcome to Peñasco boating! That being said, if I had to be in this situation, I couldn’t have picked a better group of guys to be in it with. We were, except Xavier and Jose, all avid hunters and wilderness adventurers with years of experience in impromptu survival. We all knew we were in a situation that could get desperate in a hurry. Marginalizing Jose and Xavier, who by this time had gotten that ‘deer-in-the-headlights’ look in their eyes, we set about putting our plan into action.

The first thing we did was to throw out the anchor...miraculously, the Minnow had an anchor!! Thankfully, we were only in about fifty feet of water with a sand bottom, and we had about 150 feet of anchor line. The anchor held. Even if we weren’t going toward shore, we weren’t going out to sea either. Next, we took stock of our food supply; a few sweet rolls, half a turkey sandwich, a dozen cans of soda and a couple cans of beer. Not much, but it was better than nothing. We did have a lot of dead fish, though. We decided to get rid of some of the fish before they began to stink too badly. We found a couple of slats of wood under our seat cushions that we fashioned into makeshift oars, using some duct tape that one of the guys had in his tackle box. McGyver would have been proud. We could see Isla San Jorge, three miles or so to our west, and the houses on the shore of Bahia San Jorge on the horizon to our east, some twelve to fourteen miles distant. Isla San Jorge was uninhabited, and our chances of making landfall there were slim, at best. If the tides drew us near, we might be able to row ashore. If the current took us by at the wrong angle, and we missed, we were in the open sea. If that happened, and we were very lucky, we might land at Tiburon Island or the Guardian Angel Islands, but they were far to the south and after several days drifting at sea we would, certainly, all be a bit cranky to say the very least. In such an event, Xavier’s safety could not be guaranteed either, as there were already mutinous mumblings. It was 3:00 in the afternoon. The tide was incoming. Even if Xavier had not, we had consulted a tide chart the evening before. We knew the times and the tidal exchanges. We knew that the tide would go slack at 3:30 p.m. and begin to go out in earnest at about 4:30 p.m. It was obvious that, unless by some stroke of luck we were rescued by a passing boat, we were going to be on the sea after sundown. We opted to try to row with the tide toward the mainland. We had about 90 minutes before we’d have to start fighting the outgoing tide, so we set up 2-man teams and began rowing. We made slow progress toward land. The breeze had ceased, and the sea calmed. It could have been worse…

much worse. The Sea of Cortez can turn nasty in minutes. Huge, wind whipped waves can materialize from nowhere in a heartbeat. The stories of boaters being capsized and drowned in this area were many…and they were true. Thankfully, we did not encounter such conditions. The air temperature was in the low 70°F’s. As long as the wind stayed down, we had a good chance. With no land nearby, and with the water temperature at about 60°F, if we capsized, we were dead men. Our first real problem came from an unexpected quarter. One of the guys had only recently married. He was getting agitated about how his new bride would worry when we were reported missing. We were rowing past a sandy spit of land at the entrance to Bahia San Jorge, when he suddenly announced that he was going to swim for it. The sand spit was a mile away. The water temperature made hypothermia a strong probability and, of all the people on the boat, he was probably the weakest swimmer. We pointed this out to him. It didn’t matter. I told him I wasn’t going to save his sorry ass if he tried to swim to shore and got into trouble. It didn’t matter; he was going to swim for it. It got tense. Now some people believe that God protects fools. I had never given it much thought, since I am considered foolhardy by some, but what happened next made a believer out of me. As Jeff began to remove his sweatshirt in preparation for his swim a huge Hammerhead shark, about ten feet long, surfaced and swam lazily across the stern of the boat following our unintentional chum trail. We all stared, mouths agape, as the extralarge fish swam at a leisurely pace toward the sand spit. Xavier dubbed it a Dolphin…and immediately lost any credibility that he had left (it was microscopic at that point anyway). In fact, we all voted to throw him in so he could swim with ‘Flipper,’ but he retreated to the bow before we put our plan into action. The appearance of the shark sobered our companion, as it should have, and he stopped all talk of swimming to shore. Quietly, and without further comment, he took up his rowing position.

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CLUBSANDORGANIZATIONS AACORP (ANIMAL CENTER) Founder: Nancy Phelan: 383-1012 Leon de la Barra (Calle 15), 3 blocks east of the main blvd. Benito Juarez nancy_phelan@yahoo.com AACORP Tax Deductible Donations PO Box 1031, Lukeville, AZ 85341 A group dedicated to helping the stray animals by providing no-cost spay and neuter clinics, adoption, dog and cat food, medicine and medical care. The center is run solely on donations and is an Arizona 501(c)3 non-profit corporation so all of your donations are taxdeductible. The center is always in desperate need of dog, cat, kitten and puppy food, animal toys, bedding, cleaning supplies, old towels and blankets as well as medicine and monetary donations to pay vet bills, purchase animal food and medicine. Please drop off food/supplies directly to the center.

ADOPT-A-CLASSROOM

Provides basic school supplies, computers, copiers, chalkboards, etc. to local classrooms Founder: Barbara Olszewski: 383-4963 (602) 324-9529 www.rockypointclassroom.com Donations can be dropped off at the Rocky Point Times Office or sent to Barb at: PO Box 695, Lukeville, AZ 85341

AGRUPACION GEORGE PAPANICOLAOU Madrid and Ave. Marcelo Pino grupaciongeorgepapanicolaou@hotmail.com Cancer clinic dedicated to early prevention. Screenings and tests available. MONTHLY MEETINGS 1st Thurs. of every month PATIENT CONSULTATIONS Wednesday 9AM-1PM PAP SMEARS Friday 9AM-2PM by appointment only Please call 1 to 2 weeks prior 383-4399

AL ANON See us on Facebook: Rocky Point Alanon Same location as our AA Meetings (See below AA announcement) Schedule; Thursdays 11am. Contact: Marcia: marsupis@gmail.com

ALCOHOLICS ANONYMOUS Welcome Open AA Meetings at South Of The Border Passport Club Location: Directly Across from: Granada del Mar Hotel South Sinaloa Blvd. Where the road ends and the sea begins At the office of: Oc3an View Ministries Schedule:M-W-F 10:00am Sat. 5:30 pm Contact: Conrado: MX cell 638-109-8017 Marcia: marsupis@gmail.com

AMERICAN LEGION POST MX 15 141 Chihuahua & Matamoros (Calle #1) Across from Pink Cadillac Open daily and the Public Always Welcome 2017 OFFICERS: Commander: Mike LaBarge Vice Commander: Jerry Clackler 2nd Vice Commander: Mike Williams Adjutant: Gary May General Meetings 1st Wednesday of month at 10:00 a.m. (from October thru June) Contact Food & Beverage Manager Danny Anderson for information regarding special events, celebrations & dinners throughout the year. Bingo: Tuesday, Thursday & Saturday 2:00 p.m. Telephone Numbers: U.S. (602) 539-2047 Mexico 011-52 (638) 388-8841 Magic Jack (602) 539-2047 ALL VISITORS WELCOME!

AMOR MINISTRIES International Headquarters: 1664 Precision Park Lane San Diego, CA 92173 Phone: (619) 662-1200 www.amor.org Amor Ministries builds more than 1,000 new homes across Mexico for Mexican families. They are selected to receive homes by the Mexico Ministry Planning Board. Pastors discern the needs within their community, present their nominations and one (or more) are selected to receive a new home built by Amor volunteers.

AMPI The Asociación Mexicana de Profesionales Inmobiliarios (AMPI), or the Mexican Association of Real Estate Professionals, Puerto Peñasco 51, represents ethical professionalism in real estate practice and promotes education among real estate professionals. A sister organization to National Association of Realtors (NAR) in the United Estates, AMPI works closely with the State of Sonora to provide education for real estate licensure, which is required in the State of Sonora for all agents who represent any type of property transaction including sales, rentals, property management, and promotion. Active in the community, AMPI promotes Puerto Peñasco as a vacation and retirement destination, members donate generously to local causes, and AMPI works with other organizations to sponsor community activities. AMPI operates the local Multiple Listing Service (MLS) on behalf of our real estate clients. Board members: President: Rommel Bustamante Vice President: Glen Martinez Secretary VP Communications: Robin Miller Treasurer: Kris Nichols Legal: Ricardo Borquez VP Education: Joseph Toland VP Events: Ellie Balderrama VP Ethics: Gretchen Ellinger For Inquiries, please contact: Luisa Federico, AMPI Administrator email: luisa.ampi51@gmail.com AMPI Phone: 638-382-0439

ANTI-GRAFFITI CAMPAIGN Founder: Eloy Gonzalez: 044-638-112-0898 eloy_glez_glez@hotmail.com Group dedicated to wiping out the unsightly graffiti in Puerto Peñasco. Donations of paint, brushes, rollers, and your time are always welcome and needed.

BARB’S DOG RESCUE Help Us Help Them. We are a concerned group of dog lovers working to better the lives of Peñasco’s dogs. We are expanding our facility on the edge of town where we house dogs. We are committed to taking in abandoned and neglected dogs, maintaining and rehabilitating them in a healthy environment and finding loving permanent homes. We ask for your help. Virtually every dog that comes to us is malnourished and in poor health. The need is great. Visit Barb’s Dog Shelter located 8 miles north of Rocky Point on the highway to Sonoyta, where you will see signs. Donations are also accepted at Twin Dolphins Real Estate on Fremont Blvd, next to Cruz Roja. E-Mail barbsdogrescue@ gmail.com Visit us on Facebook or Call Barb at (044-638) 114-1659 or Dee at (044-638) 384-0113 or from the US (602) 324-7241.

BOOK & EXCHANGE Rocky Point Times Office Ave. Pino Suarez (off Calle 13) Phone: 383-6325: Mon.-Wed. 9am-5pm www.rptimes.com Free Book, VHS and DVD exchange for all Rocky Point residents and visitors.

BUNCO BABES

Beverly Luna (505) 565-5138 or MX (638) 388-7766 Crystal Renner MX CELL (044-638) 384-6743 or (520) 505-6880 The Ladies Bunco is on the 3rd Wednesday of each month at 3:30 P.M. at Guiseppi's Rest. The Mixed (Men and Ladies) Bunco is on the 2nd Tuesday of each month at 5:45 P.m. at Latitude 31 Rest.

CANACO-SERV Y TUR Puerto Peñasco Chamber of Commerce Servicios y Turismos de Pto. Peñasco Phone: 383-4468 Located on Blvd. Fremont and Coahuila Monday - Friday 8AM-3PM President: Elia Neyda Javalera Chavez

(Please note that our Chamber of Commerce is not like those that you find in U.S. cities and do not provide the same services and information.)

CASA HOGAR (ELDERLY HOME) Director: Santiago Ruiz Hurtado Phone: 383-2599 Ave. Miguel Hidalgo (Calle 13) and Josefa Ortiz de Dominguez Casa Hogar is supported solely on donations and they always welcome visitors to sing and play games. Take Blvd. Fremont toward Las Conchas, make a left at the Pemex station, cross over the rrx tracks and they are on your left. If you would like to make a donation you can make a check to: Patronato Pro Asilo de Ancianos de Puerto Peñasco A.C. and drop it off at the home. You may drop checks or donations off at the Rocky Point Times office. Help to pay their electric bill, especially during the summer months, is always needed. You may also make a donation at a local grocery store for the purchase food and items.

CEDO Center for the Study of Oceans & Deserts Phone: 382-0113 or (520) 829-4501 Located in Las Conchas, look for the Fin Whale skeleton Mon. - Sat. 9AM-5PM; Sun. 10AM-2PM PO Box 1579, Lukeville, AZ 85341 info@cedointercultural.org www.cedointercultural.org CEDO is the Intercultural Center for the Study of Oceans and Deserts. Home to a giant fin whale skeleton and a desert botanical garden, CEDO is a field station for researchers and school classes, an education center with library, laboratories, book store and gift shop - An Intercultural Experience. CEDO is a nonprofit organization dedicated to research, education and conservation of the planet’s last great frontiers: the Sea of Cortez. LOTS OF FUN AND GREAT EXPERIENCE FOR CHILDREN & ADULTS! FREE PUBLIC TOURS Every Tuesday 2PM; Saturday 4PM CEDO ADVENTURES FOR EVERYONE Kayak Capers Explore beautiful Estero Morua with expert guides. Local ecology talk, kayak rental, picnic feast,drinks all in an environment rich with shore birds, crabs and halophytes. Estero Excursions Oyster farms, fiddler crabs and the “shrimp dance” are part of this walking tour of a pristine upper Gulf wetland. Kayak Estero Morua and/or tour with CEDO experts. Tidepool Explorations Explore the tidepools with CEDO experts. Explore the Sand Dunes Spectacular Gran Desierto de Altar. This sea of natural dunes is the world’s largest. An experience you won’t forget! Pinacate Adventure Explore the geologic wonders of the Pincate Biosphere Reserve on a tour with CEDO experts.

CEDO CON’T

COORDINACION DE SALUD MUN.

Isla San Jorge Snorkel with the sea lions in their natural habitat at Bird Island or just enjoy the scenery from the boat and take photos. A must do trip!

Puerto Peñasco Animal Control Dedicated to prevention and disease control Mon-Fri 8am-3pm, Phone: 388-5152 Coordinator: Dra. Socorro Canine Tech.: Mario Lopez Sub-Director: Jesus Bejarano Social Worker: Marina Soto Siqueiros We always welcome donations of dog food, supplies and medicine

CHOLLA BAY CHRISTMAS PARTY Donations payable to: Cholla Bay Christmas Fund Please send to: Nancy Schmidli 10645 W Connecticut Ave., Sun City, AZ 85351 An organization that celebrates a Christmas party for their fellow Cholla Bay Mexican neighbors in early December. Santa shows up for pictures with the kids, children get to pick a gift for their mother, take a crack at the piñata, have a group sing-along and munch on hot dogs and chips. After all the fun, Santa delivers gifts for the children and food boxes for the families.

CHOLLA BAY SPORTSMENS CLUB Also referred to as the CBSC Dues: $40, Payable to CBSC P.O. Box 77152, Tucson, AZ 85703 The Cholla Bay Sportsmens Club is responsible for maintaining, monitoring, and staffing the VHF Marine Channel 28 for the northern Sea of Cortez as well as CB Radio Channel 3. The CBSC pays the salary of the operator, aides in search and rescue operations. They also publish the Cholla Chatter and put on numerous events during the year such as the CBSC Fishing Derby, Horseshoe Tournament and other fun stuff held in Cholla Bay. OFFICERS President: Mike Dugan Vice-President: Helen Dahlstrom Secretary: Billie Crumbley: 382-5133 Treasurer: Enedina Otañez: 382-5142 Membership: Helen Dahlstrom BOARD MEMBERS Sal Otatanez, Rhea Dugan, Pat Goodin, Nancy Schmidly, Chuck Blair, Marlene Blair Connie Horton, Kelley Adams, Dave Adams, Theresa Orcutt

D.I.F. Desarrollo Integral de la Familia Sinaloa and Ruiz Cortines dif@puertopenasco.gob.mx difpuertopenasco@hotmail.com www.difpenasco.gob.mx www.puertopenasco.gob.mx Directora: Mayor’s Wife Supported solely by donations, this social service organization offers medical aid and a variety of services for needy families. If you know of a family in need you may contact DIF for help. They hold many public fundraisers throughout the year to raise money.

CHILDREN’S HOME D.I.F. children’s home is on Calle Marcelo Pino and Callejon Benito Juarez. The home is equipped to accommodate 50 children ranging in ages from newborns to 11 years. Children are taken care of until their families have complied with the rehabilitation period, treatments, or requests by SDMF. The home is located just behind the Basic Unit Rehabilitation Center of D.I.F.

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The CBSC provides an invaluable service for those at sea and promotes good relations between American visitors and our Mexican neighbors.

CHOLLA CHARITIES FOUNDATION Sally Dalton: 382-5283 (Xochitl’s Cafe) Donations payable to: Cholla Charity Fund Send to: Kathy Barnard 1547 E. Royal Palm Rd., Phoenix, AZ 85020 Organization that helps Mexican families, who live and work in Cholla Bay, with unexpected expenses such as medical, living, funeral, etc.They also collect and distribute blankets and warm clothing for children in Cholla Bay. Donations may be dropped off at Xochitl’s Cafe in Cholla Bay.

C.I.D.A Director: Joaquin Celaya Rendon Phone: 044-638-102-0514 Call for directions Shelter providing housing, food and care for those addicted to drugs and alcohol.

CONNECTION CLUB Meet every Thursday at 4pm at Puesta Del Sol Restaurant at Playa Bonita Resort. Want to meet folks in Puerto Peñasco? Come to The Connection, a happy hour gathering where you can meet a great group of people. Married? Single? Full-time or part-time resident? Mexican, American, other nationality, young, mature? It doesn’t matter. Everyone is welcome.

The El Golfo Run is a fun bi-annual 4x4 trip (May and Oct) to El Golfo de Santa Clara through the desert, salt flats and onto the beach - even the coastal hwy. All 4x4’s welcome to join. There is no charge, fee, etc., you pay for your own motel and food when you get there. (Must have a sense of humor and be very patient.)

ESPERANZA PARA LOS NIÑOS Children’s Home: I.A.P., Casa Hogar para niños desamparados 383-2378 Off of Hwy. 8, 15 mi. N of Rocky Point PO Box 1024, Lukeville, AZ 85341 Secretary: Jose Manuel Barrera Sanchez Treasurer: Florencia Lucila G. Miron The children’s home is located outside of town, apx. 15 miles, and houses anywhere from 10 to 40 children. It provides temporary housing for families that cannot afford to take care of their children or are having a hard time. This is not an orphanage - these children are not up for adoption. They are always in need of cleaning supplies and fresh food (not canned items).

ESPERANZA DE VIDA Darlene Laura and Carole Fields Ave. Pino Suarez No. 143, Col. El Ferrocarril, Playa “F” Provides clothes, food, toys and medicine to the children/families in Colonia Nueva area.

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CLUBSANDORGANIZATIONS FUNERAL HOMES Funeraria Renacimiento 383-1233 Funeraria Santa Cecilia 383-2522

GREEN ANGELS Angeles Verdes Hwy. 8 Patrol: Sunrise to Sunset Pull off shoulder and raise vehicle hood EMERGENCY DIAL 078 Provides assistance, tourist aid, information and emergency radio service for travellers on Hwy. 8 from Sonoyta to Rocky Point. Bilingual “Green Angels” provide protection service, medical aid and basic mechanical aid. There is no charge for mechanical service, you will only pay for auto parts, gas, oil, etc.

GRUPO SAN PEREGRINO Spiritual Support Cancer Group Dra. Arminda Gonzalez: 110-4934 Glenda Lopez: 383-2414 Mariana Perez: (044-638) 102-0564 sanperegrinopenasco@gmail.com The group’s mission is to provide spiritual and monetary support to individuals in Rocky Point that are affected by cancer.

HELPING HANDS Manos de Ayuda, Inc. 383-5287 or (520) 760-8645 President: Ramon Contreras Pamela J. Lyke Marquez: pjlmarquez@aol.com Manos de Ayuda, Inc. is a non-profit corporation that provides rehabilitation, health education, medical and therapy equipment and supplies to children with special needs. They also help with construction modifications at a nursing home, a free clinic, and day care facility. These projects are made possible by volunteer efforts and financial assistance. Your help is always needed.

I.R.A.D. Director: Julio Alberto Lucero Arreola 044-638-109-2566 Located off of Cholla Bay Road I.R.A.D. is the institute for the recovery of drug addicts and alcoholics. The shelter houses, feeds and cares for those persons addicted. They rely and operate solely on donations and often sell candy to raise money to keep the centers open. They will always present their identification.

Knox Trail Council Bsa Yvette Lavin yvettelavin1212@gmail.com (508) 667-4031

LAS CONCHAS HOMEOWNERS ASSOC.

MEN’S SHELTER Centro de Rehabilitación para Adultos y Jovenes La Esperanza A.C. Local Director: C. José de La Cruz Bravo 044-638-106-4079 identificacruz@live.com.mx On Simon Morua behind the new cemetery The center helps men in need by providing clothing, housing, job training and food. They run solely on donations.

MEXICO CHILDRENS FOUNDATION

Founder: Steve Schwab Established 2003 520-232-2241 7655 E Redfield Rd. Suite 3 Scottsdale, AZ, 85260 www.mexicochildrensfoundation.org Email: info@mexicochildrensfoundation.org A non-profit organization in Puerto Peñasco dedicated to enriching the lives of the children and their families. The organization provides medical assistance, assists families, offers education and assists in the general enrichment of children’s lives. The group holds many events during the year including golf tournaments, a children’s walk, triathlon, concerts and a New Year’s Eve Bash.

MISSION VILLA GRANADA

(Weekend Missions) Be part of something bigger than yourself! We provide a 3-day international missions trip for less than $150 per person. Includes lodging and all meals. We are a Christian Ministry. However, anyone is welcome to join us in serving the RP Community. Volunteers needed at Mission Villa Granada for maintenance, cleaning, cooking, church building upkeep, marketing, or anything you love to do. We are located at the former Villa Granada Hotel, 2 blocks east of El Pollo Lucas. Visit Weekendmissions.com, email pva@cox. net or call Carmen (638) 103-4336 or Vincent (602) 696-3288.

NUEVA CREACION Drug & Alcohol Rehabilitation Center Sub Directors: Gregorio Soto Rodriguez and Guadalupe de Soto Phone: 044-638-105-9804 Calle Juan Aldama No. 527 Go to the new cemetary, turn right, go one block and turn left and 6 blocks ahead you will see the center.

OC3AN VIEW MINISTRY

Phone: 382-0050 / (602) 476-1454 Guard Gate: 382-0095 President: Ginger Beauchamp Executive Vice President: Naoma Leader Vice President: Bart Stockton Treasurer: Randi Alcott Secretary: Raylene Pavlicek

LIONS CLUB

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Phone: 383-2488 Ave. Niños Heroes and Juan Aldama President: Ramón Ramos Rodríguez Women’s Committee President Lupita de Ramos Some of their programs include info. & action for the prevention of hypertension and diabetes, prescription glasses, eye surgery, supply wheelchairs, braces, crutches, etc. Donations of eyeglasses, or any other items may be dropped off at the office of the RPTimes.

We are a Mexican non-profit hosting mission groups; bringing aid and comfort to families and the displaced. Our Community Center is located on Kino Blvd at Francisco Madero. We accept clothing, current dated dry food items, new children’s toys, school supplies, household goods, furniture, tools and construction materials. From our thrift store sales we fund all aspects of our ministry; these include: our dinner, fun free family events, community

construction opportunities, and ministries at rehab centers. Hours of Operation at our Community Center: Thrift Store: Tues. thru Sat. 12-5 Our Dinner, serving free food: Tues. & Thur. 1-2 Free Fun Family events: scheduled throughout the year watch for them on FBoc3anviewminisry Please come join us. For information about serving opportunities at Our Dinner, Thrift Store, Mission Groups, Fun Free Family events, construction projects and rehab center ministries go to: www.oc3eanviewministry.com Conrad Flores, President and Founder oceanviewministry@gmail.com US: 480-264-1172 MX: 638-109-8017

OLD BOYS SOCIAL CLUB President: Lew Felton Fun group that hold meetings every month and puts on a variety of fun activities such as the Bash every year and donates to local charities and organizations.

PEÑASCO SINGLES (PS) A group of local singles, both full and part time residences. All singles are invited to join (no fee) this laid back group for the happy hours each Tuesday at 4 pm at Puesta del Sol restaurant at Playa Bonita Resort. The location for the Saturday breakfasts will be announced at this happy hour. For more information contact any of the following: Marti 812-3191463 (U.S. cell works locally), or Dick 638-1050615 (local cell) or 602-321-8106 (U.S. cell works locally) or just show up at the Tuesday happy hour and introduce yourself.

RED CROSS (CRUZ ROJA)

SANTA CLAUS CLUB

Business Phone: 383-2266 www.cruzrojapenasco.org.mx

Organizer: John Fowler: 602-840-1528 PO Box 5, Lukeville, AZ 85341 Delivers food boxes, bikes, toys and clothes to needy families all year long. Donations are accepted and transported to Rocky Point year round. If you have a donation pickup in the Phoenix area, call John Fowler or email santaclausclub@hotmail.com.

EMERGENCY DIAL 911 OR 060 Monetary donations can be made in person, to the Red Cross people with their cans out when you see them in the street or you may deposit directly into their account: Banamex Acct# 7661161 SUC. 472 Located on Blvd. Fremont, across from the Fire Department (Bomberos) SERVICES ARE FREE OF CHARGE The Red Cross offers its services free of charge to the general public. They handle a number of minor injuries such as stings, bites, cuts, sprains, broken bones, etc. They have ambulance service and offer their services 24 hours a day. They work with local doctors and clinics to provide emergency care for patients with more serious injuries. They operate solely on donations, so please donate when you can. They are always in need of medical supplies, crutches, wheelchairs, etc. You may drop off donations at the Red Cross or at the office of the Rocky Point Times. The Red Cross can fill Portable Oxygen Tanks with prior notice.

REHABILITATION CENTER Unidad Basica de Rehabilitacion Therapy for the handicap and those with special needs. Consultations accepted. Coordinator: Esperanza Lopez Trasviña Phone: 383-1918 Juan Aldama & Marcelo Pino

ROCKY POINT CHRISTMAS Tab Gray: tab@rockypoint.com Family of God Christian Fellowship PO Box 738, Lukeville, AZ 85341

PINACATE BIOSPHERE RESERVE Fundación para Conservación del Pinacate, A.C. Office Hours: 9AM - 5PM U.S. Mail: PO Box 745, Ajo, AZ 85321 El Pinacate Biosphere Reserve is considered one of the most unique volcanic zones in the world. The conservation of these gigantic craters and the surrounding areas are an important part of our ancient history and culture. Self guided hikes, overnight camping and exploring are allowed in the area provided you do not harm, disrupt or take plants, wildlife or artifacts from the area. Visitors must register at the office as they enter the reserve. The reserve is located at the halfway town (Nayarit) between Rocky Point and Sonoyta. Also located near this area is Gran Desierto de Altar, home to the largest area of natural sand dunes.

A group of a variety of community members who volunteer their time and efforts to raise money, purchase supplies and provide food bags, shoes and toys at Christmas time for the less fortunate. Every year thousands of children, men and women flock to receive their goodies, take pictures with Santa Claus, play games, eat hot dogs and have a great day. Volunteers spend all year collecting donations and then coordinate efforts a few weeks prior to the big event, which usually takes place mid-December.

PROFESSIONAL BUSINESS WOMEN

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Professional Business Women’s Club Meetings each Tuesday 8PM Phone: 383-2052 Monday - Friday 9AM - 1PM Constitucion and Serdán esq. # 1 www.bpwpuertopenasco.com This association of professional business women meets once a week and helps young women who are finishing school - high school or college and who have economic needs.

PUERTO PEÑASCO SCOUTING PROJECT Contact: Deb Turner (638) 386-8645 (520) 906-3096 trnrrck@yahoo.com Barbara Olszewski rpbarbo@gmail.com (602) 324-9529 / (638) 114-2406

ROTARY CLUB PUERTO PEÑASCO MAR DE CORTÉS

SANTIAGO RUIZ SALCIDO ASSOCIATION This group offers help to people in their terminal cancer phase. It is comprised of a group of people who offer care to cancer patients who suffer from a terminal illness, when the time comes that the hospital can do nothing further. The patients are given support to help them have a better quality of life by receiving love, respect, and understanding in their final hours. Contact: awyspot@hotmail.com Santiago Ruiz Salcido Rocky Point cellular (044-638) 384-6166 The groups’ basic needs are adult diapers, Ensure shakes, medicines, hospital beds etc.

2 FISH MINISTERIOS Founder: Pastor Stan Tedrow Peñasco Christian Fellowship Melchor Ocampo & Tecla Bustamante Donations accepted and welcomed at the Felowship Monday Friday 8AM - 2PM All gifts are taxdeductible Checks payable to: Mission Heartbeat PO Box 1032, Lukeville, AZ 85341 This rapidly growing organization was created after seeing the desperate need families were faced with when the U.S. economy declined, heavily impacting Mexico, and the peso dropped dramatically. As a result, jobs vanished, more people became homeless and could no longer afford to feed their families. Pastor Stan Tedrow shared his burden to feed the hungry with his congregation, and two feeding sites were born on February 24, 2009 with more being added since then. Currently, citizens can receive a hot meal at Fountain of Life Mission in Colonia San Rafael and at Arizona Taco Place on Constitucion and at Aquiles Serdan across from Hotel Paraiso del Desierto on Constitucion.

TOURISM BUREAU (OCV) Puerto Peñasco Convention & Visitor’s Bureau 388-0444/US Toll Free 877-843-3717 Mexico Toll Free: 01-800-552-2820 Ave. Coahuila 444 Int. 1a Fremont & Víctor Estrella www.cometorockypoint.com Mon-Fri: 9am-2pm & 4-7pm, Sat 9am-3pm President: Hector Vazquez Lic. Ana Laura Saens: 383-7025 Rafael Gonzales V.: 388-0444

WOMEN’S SHELTER

President: Shandra Keesecker Secretary: Oscar Palacio Soto

Meetings: Wednesdays 8 am @ Don Julio in the Old Port

SAN JOSE CHURCH MISSION OF OUR LADY OF GUADALUPE

Cholla Bay Road on the right before you enter La Cholla. Mass time as 8 a.m.

ST. VINCENT DE PAUL Ginger Phillips: (972) 742-3740 Thrift Store open Monday - Saturday 9am-4pm Run solely on donations Turn W on Samuel Ocaña, go to the first 4-way stop and turn left, go 1 block and turn right, then go 2 blocks and turn left. Thrift store is the light green building located at the end of the street on the right hand side. St. Vincent de Paul helps needy citizens by furnishing clothing, food baskets, medical assistance and basic needs.

Centro de Rehabilitación para Mujeres La Esperanza A.C. “Recovery starts with HOPE” Director: Ana Krausse (638) 102 – 0869 Cel (638) 103-3712 Email: laesperanzampp@outlook.com Capacity to house 16 women of different ages, the center helps them change their lives and reincorporate themselves into society once again. The center is open to every woman in need. Daily needs; food, clothing, toiletries, cleaning supplies, and monetary donations to pay for utilities. The women at the center support themselves and family with hand crafts available for sale at the center. How to get there: From Blvd. Samuel Ocaña, turn north at sign on Pto. Ensenada. Go 10 blocks and then women’s center will be on your left, just before the last cross street.

YOUTH SPORTS FOUNDATION Rick Busa: rbusa1972@gmail.com Promotes youth sports in Puerto Peñasco. Donations of sports equipment, uniforms, etc. always welcome. Call for sports schedule and come out to watch the kids play.

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The Elusive Elote...

By Stephanie Wood

had never heard of “elotes” aka Mexican street corn until recently. I was reading one of my favorite travel books and came across a brief blurb about street food where elotes were described. As I often do with new food ideas, I became obsessed with trying it. The only street food I’d ever noticed were tacos, hot dogs, and the pineapple/ coconut drink carts. I started asking around about where to try elotes. No one seemed to have the answer. I got a lot of strange looks. A friend who used to come to RP as a kid knew about it, but not what it was called, she just knew it was the “really good corn”. The universe started teasing me with elote memes on Facebook, but no one in real life seemed to know what the heck I was talking about. So I googled it, like any good researcher. I found pictures and the main ingredients on Wikipedia. I learned that when it’s corn “off the cob”, it’s called esquites. I searched “elote” on Pinterest and found beautiful pictures and recipes. My mouth was watering. I Yelp’d elotes and found a small local restaurant in Phoenix that served “street food of Mexico” with customer photos of elotes. I was so excited and drove there. Elotes weren’t on the menu, but esquites were ... when I ordered it, the girl looked at me like I was crazy, I pointed to the menu where it clearly said esquites, and she said, oh you mean the corn. What the . . . anyway, it was delicious ... a creamy, spicy, soupy corn. But, I still wanted to try authentic elotes in Puerto Peñasco. I was starting to think this was an urban myth. The search was

on. Driving thru Sonoyta late one night I saw a street cart, lit up with the word Elotes! We were past it almost as we saw it and no time to stop. A few weeks ago after eating dinner on the Malecon, walking back to our car, I saw the carts, lit up like carnival stands, serving Elotes! After a huge seafood platter, I couldn’t think about eating another bite. Later that night I got the idea to drag Kyle back out to try this elusive treat. We hit Calle 13, asking all the food stands - no luck. One vendor finally told us you have to go to the Malecon for elotes. By that time, Kyle was busy eating street tacos, and I was over it. The elote was becoming my white whale, always just out of reach. So the other day around 4 o’clock we made a special trip to the fish market, driving around the block twice to find parking...I finally got my elote (and some esquites) que rico! So here’s what I learned...even though the signs say Elotes, and you can find recipes and pictures on the Internet...no one calls them elotes... you have to ask for “the corn”. We’ve only seen the stands driving thru Sonoyta and on the Malecon. The elote carts come out in the afternoon and evening. Order it “con todo” with all of the spices, it’s quite delightful. Here is what is typically on “the corn”: mayonnaise, cotija cheese, chili powder and chile sauce, and lime.

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Shrimp

By Rosarie Salerno

n the 1920’s, schools of Blue Shrimp were discovered in the waters off Puerto Peñasco. The small fishing settlement of Rocky Point began to grow from a fishing camp into a town. Shrimp are the most popular of all seafood, with the exception of canned tuna, in the United States. These small crustaceans are really big on taste and can be prepared in an extraordinarily large number of recipes. The word shrimp comes from the Middle English word shrimpe, which means “pygmy”. Shrimp are invertebrates; that is, they have an outer shell instead of a backbone. Shrimp can be farm-raised as well as being caught in their natural habitats in the oceans, bays and estuaries. Shrimp are swimmers rather than crawlers like their cousin the lobster. They can swim forward, with the use of the swimmerets located on their abdomens, or backwards, by using their tails. Most shrimp are fresh frozen right on the fishing boats. Before you buy them, their heads have usually been removed. Getting fresh, never-frozen shrimp is difficult unless you personally know the fisherman who just caught them. The Sea of Cortez, north of Puerto Peñasco was declared an international Biosphere Reserve in 1994. Since then commercial fishing is not allowed in those waters. The shrimp season in Puerto Peñasco runs from October through May. Fishermen usually go out for one or two weeks at a time, enduring back breaking work, to bring us the delicious creature to our dinner tables. Around the middle of September you can see the shrimp boats in the bay around Rocky Point docked and getting ready to go out to sea. It is a very

picturesque site, especially around sunset. After the shrimp season is officially closed, or if boats are found in violation of fishing in the Reserve, the fishermen risk arrest and confiscation of their boats. PROFEPA is the government agency that is in charge of tracking down violators. Nutritionally, shrimp are good for your health, except if you have an allergy to them, of course. A great alternative to meat protein, shrimp are an excellent source of selenium and are low in fat and calories. A 1/3 pound serving has 18 grams of protein and less than 150 calories, excluding breading or other toppings. Even though shrimp are low in fat they do have cholesterol. Compared to eggs the shrimp’s ratio of LDL (bad cholesterol) to HDL (good cholesterol) is higher. Shrimp are a good source of Omega-3 fatty acids. It has been observed that Omega-3s can lower blood pressure, help prevent the formation of blood clots, and are noted for their anti-inflammatory effects. Omega3s may inhibit the growth of cancer cells and help the body to eliminate old and abnormal cells. Omega-3s have also been found to help lessen memory failure and may have some benefit for Alzheimer’s disease. Selenium has been shown to help with the repair of DNA along with the integration of damaged cells. When buying shrimp you may have noticed the salesmen counts the shrimp, then weighs them, and he’s usually right on. Here is a guide for how many shrimp are in one pound. Colossal – 10 shrimp or less Jumbo – 11 to 15 Extra large – 16 to 20 Large – 21 to 30 Medium -31 to 35 Small - 36 to 45 Buen provecho! English translation “Good appetite!”

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Mayor Kiko Munro Presents Plaza del Camarón, Remodeled after 28 Years of Continual Use

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laza del Camarón, aka "Shrimp Park" has opened again after a renovation and remodel for the first time in the park's 28 year existence. The park was constructed during the municipal government term running from 1988-1991, designating this emblematic public space to families in order have more and better places for recreation and relaxation. Accompanied by Isaac Pacheco Robles, Director of Public Services, José Luis Montijo Torres, Director of Public Works, and Alberto Aldrete Germán, Regidor President of the Parks and Gardens Commission, the Mayor assured that this park is only a small part of the ongoing transformation of the Puerto Peñasco, which he vowed will continue. "This rehabilitation consists of a first stage, because the challenge is to manage additional resources to continue to improve and maintain this block, where our parents and grandparents have spent unforgettable moments," said the Mayor. Moments later, the new plaque was unveiled and the fountain, which had not worked for years, was spectacularly lit. It was a heartfelt request from Puerto Peñasco residents that it be restored so they could observe

it once again in working order, with lights and dancing water fountains. Mayor Kiko Munro indicated that 1.9 million pesos were invested in the rehabilitation of the Plaza, complete with the installation of traffic restriction posts, double street lamps with efficient LED lighting, rehabilitation of fountain, electrical upgrades, placement of benches, and lots of new paint and landscaping. The renovations also included 1,110 square meters of new concrete flooring, 250 square meters of concrete sidewalks, placement of access ramps for people with disabilities, and renovation of decorative planters. All of this work was completed in the term of 3 months.| The Mayor continued by explaining that the rehabilitation of the Art Kiosk will be completed, and will be equipped with new seats, renovation of the bathrooms, walls, ceilings, and addition of equipment for the screening of films. After the celebration, children, young people, and adults all enjoyed the sunset and admired the new lighting of the Plaza del Camarón, which will continue to be a meeting place for contemporary families and new generations for many years to come.

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By Rob Baylor

was cleaning the patio and a pickup stopped in front of my gate. Two gentlemen asked if I was the guy that sets up fishing trips. Yup, that be me. I have had this happen so many times. I try to help set them up, but the wind doesn’t cooperate. If it happens to them then they get to go and catch fish. I have been out 200-250 times with the same Captain and we always catch plenty of fish. Another question is where do we go to eat? Boy, we have a bunch of special places we like. So, the typical thing to ask is, what do you like? We have been here 8 years and still hear about new finds all the time. I would like to highlight three of them for you to try. If I were to list them all we would be reading this for a week. So here we go. The BBQ House, which is ran by Jesus and his whole family, wife Betty two sons, nephew Roy and mother (Jesus’ sister) and more: Featuring homemade sauces you will love. Bring your own libations if you desire. The second one is “El Meson” on Calle 30 (Rodeo Drive just off Constitution). Coming from Rodeo Drive go across the tracks and they

are in an orange building on the left. There you will find Hector Rivera and Dulce Valenzuela in charge. They have a varied menu that is very inexpensive. We like the family platter that Hector cooks. It is all weighed in portions per person and served with your choice of meats (beef, chicken, pork, garlic shrimp), one or all, so you can make your own tacos. Then this is all served on a wooden platter with all the condiments and more (see photo). Be hungry when you go there. The next one is “Jesse’s Carreta”, two blocks off Constitution north of town. Watch for the signs. There is a varied menu and it is an experience just being there. I love the Mexican Burger and my wife loves the coconut shrimp, but don’t quit there. Everything is great! You will love the ambiance, and Jesse is a hoot. Good service and good food will keep you coming back. Go north on Constitution, turn left on Canada: There is a green sign to turn to the left, go two blocks to another green sign, turn right and Jesse’s is on the right. I hope you will give them a try. You will find yourself taking other friends to introduce them to the experience. They will thank you. Until next time Happy Eating.

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CLASSIFIEDADS ANNOUNCEMENTS BILINGUAL SERVICES SUNDAY 10AM with Peñasco Christian Fellowship. Bilingual services also offered Wednesday at 7PM. Located ½ block E. of the Melchor Ocampo & Josefa Ortiz de Dominguez intersection. North from Las Conchas Pemex, ½ blk E. at 3rd stop sign past railroad tracks. For more info. call Stan or Becky at 383-4513. (#1-24) JEHOVAH’S WITNESSES KINGDOM HALL Thursday Ministry School & Service Meeting 7pm. Sunday Public Discourse 9:30am. Located on the (baseball) stadium road, on the left, just before the big blvd. Call 382-0049 or 383-3885. (#a1a) GRUPO UNIDAD CRISTIANOS DE PEÑASCO Pastor Ernesto Portugal. Headphones available for English translation. Sunday service 10:30AM, Thursday Service 7:30PM, Children’s school same hours. Church office open Monday through Friday 9:30AM to 2PM. Located on Simon Morua. Call for info. (01152-638) 383-2240. (#1-ch) ADOPT-A-CLASSROOM – Charity organization operated for 9 years now by Barb and Mark Olszewski, helping 9 schools and over 2,500 students. If anyone would like to help us with donations of spiral notebooks, pencils, crayons, erasers, rulers, etc...it will really be appreciated. You may use the offices of the Rocky Point Times Newspaper for a drop-off-point (off Calle 13map in paper), or get information at www.rockypointclassroom.com (#1-AAC) PUERTO PEÑASCO ‘ROCKIES’ WHEELCHAIR BASKETBALL – Needs team boosters and sponsors!! Visitors are welcome to come watch us practice each Sunday 3-6PM at the Municipal Gymnasium on the main Blvd. at the north end of town. WE NEED DONATIONS to purchase sport wheelchairs for basketball. We ALSO NEED basketballs and uniforms!! Call Mark (602) 324-9529 or in Rocky Point (011-52-638) 383-4963. Email markbarb@prodigy.net.mx (#1WC)

BARB’S DOG RESCUE – located 8 miles north of Rocky Point on the highway to Sonoyta, signs on both sides of highway. Also donation drop off point at Twin Dolphins Real Estate on Blvd Fremont, next to Cruz Roja (Red Cross). barbsdogrescue@ gmail.com. Mexico (011-521-638) 114-1659 or (044-638) 384-0113. From the US dial (602) 324-7241. (#1-dg) AMERICAN LEGION MX-15 OF ROCKY POINT – is located in the Mirador Beach area, just down from Manny’s Beach Club, up the hill behind Pink Cadillac, downstairs at Los Juanes Restaurant. We serve Breakfast from 8am-11am and Lunch 11am - 2pm and Dinner Specials. post15mx@mail.com (#1-AL) SAN JOSE MISSION CHURCH – Bilingual Catholic Mass offered every Sunday at 8 a.m. at San Jose’ Church in La Cholla/Cholla Bay. Everyone is welcome.(#1SJ) ANIMAL ADOPTION CENTER OF ROCKY POINT – (A 501© tax exempt corporation) wwwrpaac. org. Center located north of Benito Juarez on Calle 15 (Leon de la Barra) 3 blocks left corner. Also donation drop point at Rocky Point Times Offices (011-52-638) 383-1012, Phoenix (602) 4123932, Tucson (520) 407-6594, nancy_phelan@yahoo.com. AACORP P.O. Box 1031, Lukeville, AZ 85341. (#1-AAC)

BEAUTY SALONS GLORIAS BEAUTY SALON SINCE 1969! We do it all and we carry a full line of beauty supplies. Gloria’s Beauty Shop is located on Constitucion, just before Super Ley Market. Phone locally at 383-5075 or from the U.S. (011-52-638) 383-5075 for an appointment, ask for Gloria. English Spoken. (#25-13) PBC - PEÑASCO BEAUTY CENTER - IN Rocky Point Full line AVON Beauty Supplies. Hair, Nails, Facials, Massage, Manicures and Pedicures (638) 383-1086. English Spoken. On Constitucion, across from Super Ley (#25-1)

BILL PAYING SERVICE WHILE YOU’RE AWAY I’LL PAY YOUR electric, water, phone, bills, etc. Since 1993 I’ve been working with Immigration services. English/Spanish spoken. References available. Call Silvia Villa at Premium Services, locally at 383-5758, or from the U.S. dial (602) 4761187, or email me at sivife@ hotmail.com. (#30-2) BILL PAYING – Maintenance and cleaning. FM3 Services. Proservices Rocky Point. Fremont Plaza #15. Mon. thru Fri. 8:30-4:30, Sat. 8:30-1:30. (638) 383-6161. English/Spanish Cel (044-638) 113-0446. astrid. avila@live.com.mx (PS-1) COFFEE AND COFFEE HOUSES MAX’S CAFÉ: BREAKFAST, LUNCH, Dinner, Pizza, Full Espresso and Liquor Bar. Free Wireless Internet & Phone to the U.S. Located in front of Hotel Peñasco del Sol. Live Music Thur-Sun 8PM-11PM 383-1011. (#56-5) BEST COFFEE IN TOWN – XOCHITLS CAFE (Sally’s place) in Cholla Bay. Not to mention awesome food! Breakfast 6AM2PM! You can’t beat her chiles rellenos and spinach omelet. Call to order ahead 382-5283. (#5610) DENTAL SERVICES WANT A DENTIST WHO USES THE latest in technology and equipment when getting your teeth cared for? Ernesto Grijalva, D.D.S. comes highly recommended by all of his patients – ask anyone of them! Stop by his office located on Blvd. Fremont, just south of the fire dept. or call for an appointment (011-52-638) 383-3434. (#64-3) FM3 SERVICES SERVICES FOR AMERICANS – Permanent and Temporary Residence, Tax ID Numbers (Hacienda Registration), accounting services, bill paying and more. Office location: Sun Valley Business and Immigration Service, Blvd. Benito Juarez No. 191 Between Nicolas Bravo & Simon Morua. Call local at 3838891, from the U.S. dial (520) 829-4340 or email Bianeysvisa@ aol.com or Dynorasvisa@aol. com. English spoken. (#79-9)

FM2/FM3/RFC/HACIENDA/ IMSS – If you don’t speak Spanish, or just want someone to help guide you through the process, call Silvia Villa at Premium Services at 383-5758, or from the U.S. dial (602) 4761187 or sivife@hotmail.com. Translations from English to Spanish or Spanish to English also available – any document you need translated. Call Silvia whenever you need help with anything from bill paying to ordering flowers! (#79-1) BILL PAYING – Maintenance and cleaning. FM3 Services. Proservices Rocky Point. Fremont Plaza #15. Mon. thru Fri. 8:30-4:30, Sat. 8:30-1:30. (638) 383-6161. English/Spanish Cel (044-638) 113-0446. astrid. avila@live.com.mx (PS-1) INTRUST – Will gladly help you on getting your temporary/ permanent residency. Please call (638) 105-2706 with Ery or email us at intrustassistant@hotmail. com. We are here to help you. (#EQ-2) FURNITURE DELIVERY MOVING FROM THE STATES to all of Mexico. Since 1987. Our price includes no surprise fees from pickups to setups. No middle man, door to door service. Email geoff@bordermovers.com or phone (480) 232-3518. (#90-9) HOUSES & CONDOS FOR RENT LONG TERM & NIGHTLY RENTALS, Las Conchas, Mirador, In Town, Sandy Beach Homes and Condos. Starting at $150.00 USD per month. Twin Dolphins (011-52638) 383-3919, (602) 324-7241 (#100-4) FURNISHED 1 BEDROOM APARTMENT – located near the beach inside a secure new R.V. Park. WiFi, pool, palapa, BBQ’s, and dog park included. Call (011-52-638) 388-5094. (#5-17) HOUSES & CONDOS FOR SALE AJO HOUSE – 3bd, 2ba. Backyard faces County Park, mountain views. Has a/c full house backup generator. Bottom of “U” street, nice neighborhood in Ajo, AZ. (520) 387-5474. (#102-m)

INSURANCE SERVICES INSURANCE AND BONDING AGENCY – REAL ESTATE Mexican & American Insurance: Auto, boat, life, house, commercial. Yolanda Silva, Agent. Ave Nayarit #62. Call 383-6280. (#107-1) JEWELERS JOYERIA MAX – MAX’S JEWELRY - Custom design, repairs, diamonds and gemstones. Special orders are our specialty. Open 11AM – 9PM Monday through Saturdays. Shop located on the north side of No Reeleccion (Calle 26), just east of RR tracks. Lamek_ fu@hotmail.com. Call Max (011-52638) 388-5512 and 383-2698. (#110-2) LOTS FOR SALE LOT FOR SALE – Affordable block fenced property. Close to the beach. Owner selling willing to negociate. Asking. 20Mts x 50Mts. Call Nachito at (011-521638) 112-3158) (#NN-1) MASSAGE MASSAGE AND SPA – Pamper yourself without leaving the comfort of your home. Massage, manicure, pedicure and nails. For appointments call Ery at (638) 105-2706. (#EQ-1) MUSEUMS THE (FRIDAY) SEASHELL MUSEUM – Small Private collection. Free admission. Open Fridays 10 am to 5 pm. Map at: www.seashellmuseum.com. (#NB-1) OBITUARIES OUR DEAR FRIEND MISS PATTYE Toliver mader her transition to her next beach. She went from Texas to Tucson and her finale home in R.P. Her companion Roy held a celebration of life at the "Pit". Have a cold one for our "Miss Pattye". Love from Margie and Fina. PEST CONTROL PREDADOR - TERMITES, cockroaches, mosquitoes, flies, bees, fire ants, fleas, scorpions, spiders, rats, ants, mice. We have our Federal License. English spoken. Call Juan Mendivil, owner at 383-8787. 24hr emergency phone dial (044 - 638) 113-0691. (#126-1)

REAL ESTATE SERVICES TWIN DOLPHINS – Blvd. Fremont, next to Red Cross. Mexico (638) 383-3919 US (602) 324-7241. (#140-1) ROCKY POINT REALTY GROUP – Jonni Francis at Paseo Las Glorias, across from Peñasco del Sol. Mexico (638) 382-5355 US (602) 334-4134. (#140-2) SERVICES SATELLITE TV – Sales, service & installation. Residential & Commercial (638) 103-5317 Mex Cel. (602) 635-2246 Vonage. (#157-2) BRENDA LEE DESIGN – Customized Interiors, window treatments. Cel (602) 909-9146. www.brendaleedesign.com. (#157-5) FAST, RELIABLE HIGH SPEED INTERNET ACCESS! – We sell, install and service High Speed Internet access via Satellite in Penasco. Download speeds up to 30 Mbps and you get a U.S. IP address. For more information please email us at service@ penascohandyman.com or call 858-480-1495 or www. penascohandyman.com. (#JG-1) CUSTOM PLANTATION SHUTTERS – Now available in Peñasco Custom Plantation Shutters for your condo or home made of Basswood. Over 20 years of custom shutter craftsmanship and no import taxes! For more information please email us at info@mexicoshutters.com or call 858-480-1495 or www. mexicoshutters.com. (#JG-2) SHUTTLE SERVICE HEAD OUT TO ROCKY POINT – door to door shuttle service from Phoenix to Rocky Point. Group and one-way rates available. Wanna Go? Let Us Know! Phone in the U.S. (602) 971-0166. www. headouttorockypoint.com. No waiting in border lines when you ride with us! (#158-3) WANTED WE BUY PROPERTY – In monthly payments, (if you are willing to take monthly payments) or we can assume your payments. Email us at pva@ cox.net or call (602) 696-3288 for more info. (#VA-2)

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Mexican Capirotada

By Gretchen Corpe Ellinger

exico has rich and varied food traditions, with many for the various holidays. Lent began in March this year, and is over on Easter Eve, April 20. So there is time to enjoy a traditional Mexican Lenten dish called Capirotada, which is a bread pudding with cheese that is both sweet and savory. Legend says that Capirotada was invented as a way to use up forbidden foods before beginning the Lenten fast, but now it shows up on the table throughout Lent, and especially during Semana Santa, Holy Week. Since meat was traditionally forbidden during Lent, the pudding may have grown in popularity as a way to get more protein, in the form of cheese, into a meatless diet. The name “Capirotada” comes from the word for a friar's hat, probably because the layer of cheese, bubbling and browned on top of the pudding, is reminiscent of the hats worn by friars. Capirotada has a very long history; recipes for it were recorded by the Holy Office of the Spanish Inquisition in the mid-17th century, and can still be found in the archives there to this day. Made from ingredients in common in use in Spain at the time of the Conquest, some New World touches have been added along the way, and to this day capirotada is popular throughout the Hispanic world. During the 40 days of Lent, Capirotada is

sold by many restaurants and street vendors, and for many Mexicans, the smell of Capirotada bubbling in the oven is the smell of home - this is definitely comfort food, Latin style! Here is an authentic Capirotada recipe that came from my Mexican friend Michelle, who is a very talented cook. I followed her recipe exactly, and the result was easy to make and delicious to eat. Michelle says that the very flexibility of

Capirotada means you can make any number of substitutions and changes and still have authentic Mexican Capirotada. If you are a fan of bread pudding, you will love this! Ingredients for 8-10 servings:

1 quart water 3 (3-inch) cinnamon sticks 1 whole clove 3 or 4 large piloncillos* 4 large bolillo rolls that have been left out to stale, torn into 1-inch cubes** 3 bananas (sliced) or 3 cooking apples (peeled, cored, and sliced) 1 cup raisins 1 cup piñones (pine nuts), shelled

1/2 cup blanched almonds, chopped 1/2 pound cubed cheese (Queso Añejo or Monterey Jack Cheese) * Piloncillos are cone shaped pieces of raw cane sugar. In my market they can be found in the produce section. They come in a small (about 4-ounce size) and a large (about 9 ounces). If you cannot find piloncillos, or simply prefer not to use them, 1 1/2 cups dark brown sugar may be substituted. ** Many market bakeries sell bolillo rolls. They are much like a French bread - crusty on the outside and soft on the inside. French bread can also be used, as can stale white bread if you have no other choice. Preparation: 1. Preheat oven to 350 degrees F. Generously butter a mediumsize baking dish. 2. Boil the water, cinnamon sticks, cloves, and piloncillo (or brown sugar) together until a syrup forms; set aside. 3. In the prepared baking dish, place a layer of bolillo cubes. Cover with a layer of the banana or apple slices. Sprinkle some of the raisins, piñons, almonds, and cheese cubes over the top. Repeat layers until all the ingredients (except the syrup) are used. 4. Remove the cinnamon sticks and clove from the syrup and pour the syrup over the top of the layers in the baking dish. Bake for about 30 minutes; remove from oven. 5. Cool slightly, then spoon onto plates and serve warm. Some people also like it cold. Capirotada is wonderful on its own, heavenly with a dollop of sweetened whipped cream or a scoop of vanilla ice cream. ¡Provecho!

Gulf Grouper Awareness By Robert Kwapy

March 1, 2019 ishing for larger fish around Puerto Peñasco and Puerto Lobos and talking to knowledgeable folks, I was introduced to groupers. They are among the best tasting species in the Gulf of California (GOC) and have been over fished for a century. I have seen pictures taken back in the 40's and S0's of incredibly huge fish and wondered why there are no recent similar ones. Online I found a site with a report written by a fisheries person, describing the demise of the 'Gulf Grouper'. There are 5 species of them present in the GOC, the largest being the Goliath Grouper which reaches 1000#. The article states that in the past, grouper were the most numerous species in the GOC. In the 1930's you could hardly catch anything else. In 1960 about 45% of the catch was grouper. Today it is calculated that the population level is near 1% of historical levels. (Not a misprint -1%.) Groupers are faced with a very unlikely survival of the species because they "are maladjusted to fishery pressure". They reach sexual maturity about 6 years of age, then the older and larger fish produce more eggs (8-year-old produces 60x as many as 5-yearold). A 38-year-old grouper was documented, and it is believed they live 50 years. An unusual growth and development of groupers is that they all hatch as female, then transition into male when they reach between 40# and 60#. Attached are several pages from the report. The site is: h t t p s : w w w. C l O . n o a a . g o v / services_programs/prplans/pdfs/ lD285_gu1f_group er_f inal_ product.pdf

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BARB’S DOG RESCUE NEWSLETTER The Puppy with Many Names

By Bo & Linda Bernard A STORY OF PERSEVERANCE It had been one of those grey, wintery January days. The damp of the sea hung in the air making it feel even colder than it was. It was a day that you didn’t go out unless you had to. Those who did were bundled in coats or hooded sweatshirts and walked hunched-over with their hands buried in their pockets. Even the fury-est of Barb’s residents stayed inside their blanket covered shelters. And as the fingers of darkness reached out from the east, the gate bell at Barb’s rang. A woman holding a box with an adult dog and her four puppies stood at the gate. She had found them behind the dumpster at her condo. The momma dog was terribly undernourished, and her pups were cold and hungry. The Rescue was overflowing with dogs at the time due to the government shut-down in the U.S. Even so, Barb took them in. During their examination at the Intake Facility, she found that one of the pups had been injured. One of its tiny legs had been mangled and looked terribly infected. She had Estella, her most trusted assistant, drive the pup to the vet while she called ahead. Dr. Leon and his staff rushed the pup to surgery. It was too late to save the limb. Gangrene had already set in. Saving the pup’s life was the priority. The leg was amputated at the hip, and the

administration of antibiotics began. A week later, the pup was returned to The Rescue, the infection gone, weak but in stable condition. To prevent further trauma and allow time for proper healing, the pup had to be quarantined in one of the special care cages. Once the pup had regained its strength, Barb knew the brave, little pup needed more room to exercise and adapt to her new reality, so the call went out to volunteers willing to foster her in their home. During the winter months, many of her volunteers are only in town for short periods of time, so the pup was passed along to multiple houses every couple of weeks. But she grew strong and adapted well to life on three limbs. She doesn’t remember it any other way and now walks, runs, climbs stairs, jumps and plays like any other pup her age. Along the way, she received a number of names: Precious, Coco, Nike (the Greek goddess of Victory, not the shoe), and, yes, even Tripod. She is now back at Barb’s with her mom and siblings. By the time you read this she will have completed all her shots and will be spayed. This is a very special pup who has overcome significant adversity. Her tenacity and strong spirit are evident in everything she does. So, call her whatever name you like, but, please, just call her “Yours.” As always, Barb wishes to thank her loyal supporters, generous benefactors, and tireless volunteers, without whom there would not be warm hearted stories with happy endings like the one above.

Please visit us online at http://www.facebook.com/BarbsDogRescue or our website: www.BarbsDogRescue.org or Barb’s Mexico cell: (638) 114-1659 or U.S. cell: (602) 774-1578 Email: barbsdogrescue@gmail.com

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Our Contributing writers...

Allen Schwartz

Marcia Diane

Writing as Payson Dean (aka the Old Gringo) The ‘old gringo’ has been hanging around Rocky Point since the late 70’s and has had a home here since 1993. He’s flown the bush in Baja and southern Mexico since 1994, has trained SCUBA divers at both Peñasco and San Carlos, and calls Playa Miramar home. He writes because he likes to, and loves Puerto Peñasco. Not much of a fisherman, but a fine cigar and good Tequila can always get his attention. I’ve been retired since 2005 and my wife and I run a horse rescue ranch in Strawberry, Arizona. We divide our time between the ranch and our home at Playa Miramar. I’ve written several articles for diverse publications and have a regular column at Contractor Magazine.

I’ve had the honor of writing for one of the best publications in the business and with some of the finest colleagues for over a year now, yea RPT! When I was little I promoted circuses and trained animals. Now that was something to write about. When I grew up I just couldn’t stop, writing that is. Though I’ve stolen and trained some horses since then. Can’t think of anywhere else I’d rather live than this astounding Sonoran Desert Sea…lucky, lucky me. Anybody who’s inclined to share their private thoughts, don’t hesitate to join our on-line writing group at m.diane.writeon@gmail.com. We put out our submissions every second Friday of the month. See you all there.

Gretchen Ellinger

Stephanie Wood grew up in Wichita, KS and moved to Phoenix in 1992 to attend ASU. Her first trip to Mexico was Nogales at age18 to shop and drink margaritas. She’s been coming to Rocky Point since 2007, and fell in love immediately and started looking for a condo the very first day. Rocky Point combines her love of Mexico and the beach. She loves exploring Rocky Point and sharing her experiences with others. She has two kids who are growing up on the beach and learning to embrace a world view and appreciation of other cultures. Her goal is to travel more extensively in Mexico as time and funds allow and continue writing about her experiences.

After years of visiting México, and nearly 15 years a full-time resident of Puerto Peñasco, Gretchen thinks moving to Rocky Point from the USA was the best thing she ever did for herself! Gretchen has been a real estate agent in Rocky Point for as long as she has lived here, and has written for the “Rocky Point Times” for much of that time. After living in beach communities for many years, she and her little dog Luna moved to a neighborhood in town, and are so glad they did! Besides fulltime neighbors and all the conveniences, beaches are a quick drive away, and in town there is something new and interesting every day.

Rosarie Salerno

Has been a contributing writer, for the Rocky Point Times, since 2006. Rosarie has lived in Rocky Point for over 10 years. She has been a full time real estate professional in Rocky Point since she arrived and has been a licensed real estate agent in Arizona since 1986. She moved to Tucson, Arizona in 1972. Rosarie studied Accounting in N.Y.C., Fashion Designing as well as Video and Film Production in Tucson. Not only did she sell real estate in Tucson, but had a small income tax preparation service for almost 20 years. Rosarie is highly analytical in her work. She has an inquisitive mind.

Mike Bibb

Contributing writer, Mike Bibb from Safford, Arizona, is a recovering paranoidschizophrenic with several bipolar disorders. As long as he remains under constant medication, the public is generally not at risk. However, he has been known to lapse into bouts of uncontrollable thirst which can only be sedated with multiple servings of iced Indios, Dox Equis or some similar tonic. There is no picture of him available at this time due to national security reasons should his face be seen in public.

Vince Deadmond

Vince Deadmond, “The Fly Fishing Hardware Guy”, is co-owner of Best Hardware in Apache Junction, AZ. He is an enthusiastic, caffeinated, fly fisher in search of a really good cookie. He has fly fishing stories published on the web, in local newspapers and magazines. His stories tangle family, friends, and fly lines.

Jim Ringquist

With over ten years as a full-time resident of Rocky Point, Director of Sales and Marketing for the four Sonoran Resorts beachfront condo developments, and President of the Puerto Peñasco Tourist Assistance Advisory Committee, Jim works hard to stay on top of what is going on around town. He certainly doesn’t consider himself a writer, but he does send out a monthly newsletter to a growing number of clients and Rocky Point enthusiasts to share what he can about the area.

Stephanie Wood

Cholla Charli

Cholla Charli (aka Charlotte Keller) has had family ties to La Cholla since 1969, and is now a full-time resident there, having retired from a career in marketing, publishing and public relations. An award-winning writer and photographer, she enjoys sharing stories about the organizations, activities, events and people in her new home town.

Anita Kaltenbaugh

Originally from Western Pennsylvania, lived and worked in Rocky Point for two years. Waking up and walking the beach everyday was a dream come true. Anita and her husband love to travel and explore new and different places all over the world, but her heart still remains in Puerto Peñasco. Anita Kaltenbaugh is the Mexico travel examiner at examiner.com and author of the book “Travel SecretsInsider guide to planning, affording and taking more vacations” available on Kindle, NOOK and Amazon.com.

Kathleen Duncan

Kathleen attended University of Arizona where she met her husband Arnott who is a 4th generation Arizona farmer. After receiving her Bachelor’s Degree in Psychology in 1983, Kathleen followed Arnott to Goodyear, AZ where she received her Master’s Degree in Counseling Psychology at Arizona State University. In 1982 Kathleen and Arnott founded Duncan Family Farms and while Arnott focused on operating the farm Kathleen spent most of her career working with vulnerable children and families in Arizona. In September of 2012 Kathleen decided she wanted to find a way to give back to the community of Rocky Point, Mexico where her family have been vacationing for 25 years. She began volunteering at the newly opened Amores de Peñasco Children’s Crisis Shelter and spent the next three years traveling from her home in Buckeye, AZ. to spend 2-3 days per week supporting the children there. In 2015 Kathleen and Arnott decided they wanted to try to expand their efforts to help young people in need in Rocky Point so they formed a Mexican Civil Association called ‘Asistencia Integral para Menores de Puerto Peñasco’ (Comprehensive Support for Children of Rocky Point). In August of 2016 they used their Civil Association to launch a program to help at-risk young people in the community have access to educational opportunities that can transform their lives Kathleen joined the Board of Steps of Love in June of 2013.

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Nancy Phelan Since the year 2000, when she retired to Puerto Peñasco, she was appalled by the brutal way animals were treated and abused. Nancy started an animal rescue “Animal Adoption Center of Rocky Point”. Today she works closely with the city of Puerto Peñasco, conducting spay/neuter clinics and adoptions

Cap’n Greg

Escaped Iowa’s snow for Arizona’s sun in 1989, and immediately jumped the border to sample the culture and cerveza of Mexico. A US Navy veteran, his love for the ocean drew him to Rocky Point, which he has enjoyed immensely. Although he offers salty advice to Sea of Cortez visitors, the Cap’n also frequents the Northwest Ontario Bush, and has been writing a “North With Doc” humor column for In-Fisherman magazine for more than 20 years. Cap’n Greg, his wife Sandy, and their silky/pom pup Jezebel live in Green Valley.

Rob Baylor

Rob retired in 2004 after 35 years as a self employed appliance service tech. He served two tours in Viet Nam. He moved to Denver Co in 2004 where he married his wonderful wife,and editor, Nancy. They moved to Rocky Point in 2011, where Rob loves to fish, eat tacos and drink beer on the beach.

Lannette Phipps From the age of 10 Tom and Sandra O’Hare taught me from the bottom up how to publish independent yellow pages in three states while going up against the “big guys” and knocking them down a peg or two. I guess we could fast forward to 1995 when I was working for an all in-house publishing and photography company in Buena Park, CA when my boss (and best friend) and I wanted to start our own freelance graphic design business. We didn’t have the necessary funds to launch properly so I called the folks in Mexico and asked them for a loan. “On one condition,” they said “You have to come to Rocky Point for 6-months and work for The Rocky Point Times Newspaper. You don’t like it then you can go back to California and we will loan you the money”. Here it is, 17 years later and 2 newspapers under my belt (more before 1995) and I’m still here. I never left. When you are a family business you pretty much have to do everything so that’s what we all did.

Mark Paliscak My favorite thing about writing for the Rocky Point Times is to explore everything our cool city has to offer… From deep sea fishing to throwing back a margarita at a local watering hole to just chilling at our beach… I love the new experiences and sharing the stories about the interesting people and places I see. I am also amazed with each passing year the outpouring of support that people from all over give to our family charity to aid the poor living along the railroad tracks here in Rocky Point. The love and generosity is truly amazing! If you have a Peñasco story, please email Marco at mpaliscak@amerifirst.us.

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