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Editorial by Marco Zepeda
Happy New Year 2018!!
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 Owner / Managing Editor / Publisher Lannette Phipps Editorial / Contributing Writer 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, 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, preceeding 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 EMAIL ADDRESS & WEBSITE rockypointtimes@yahoo.com www.rptimes.com FACEBOOK See our Facebook Page at Rocky Point Times Newspaper CONTRIBUTING WRITERS See Page 66 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.
We would like to wish everyone a great New Year! Thank you to all of our friends, advertisers, subscribers, and our readers, we hope all your goals are achieved this year! It’s cold weather now in Peñasco, it started about mid-December with a one day rain – lots of rain - that made everything colder. We’ve been waiting for months for the weather to cool down and boy it did…in one day. But with holidays and cold weather comes the tamal season! It’s a national tradition to make tamales at home (or buy them) and have them for breakfast, lunch and dinner. By the time you read this, I will probably be sick of tamales. And continuing with food, the asparagus season is here too! You will now see people selling the little bundles of fresh asparagus alongside the streets and in the neighborhoods. Most of the people selling asparagus are usually from Caborca and they sell them pretty cheap, so if you love asparagus you should take advantage and buy all you can from them now that they are fresh and crispy. The year 2017 went by pretty fast, it was probably because we were so busy with the paper: Sandy had us running all over town - eating everywhere and visiting everyone, not to mention our trips into other parts of Mexico. We hope to continue to be very busy in 2018 and hope to see lots of new businesses and visitors to our city. There has been lots of news lately about our Home Port being kicked into gear again since the The ArizonaMexico Commission was held locally. The Home Port has received more money to finish the project, so hopefully we should start seeing work done pretty soon. We love to hear positive news like this because it means, more investments, maybe more construction of hotels, restaurants and that means more work for our locals. Another big thing they talked about was the Sentri Lane being opened in Lukeville, which will make crossing so much easier and quicker, especially for those big holiday weekends. It seems that some road work needs to be done in Sonoyta to make this a reality, but sometimes once things get going they get done in a hurry. All in all 2017 was a very good year for Rocky Point with lots of tourism, starting with Spring Break to the Motorcycle Rally, all of the
hotels, resorts and condos pretty much filled up every weekend and we expect to see an even bigger increase in 2018. Shrimping season has also been great. State news report that the State of Sonora has shrimped at least 13 thousand tons of shrimp, just up to the month of November 2017. This is great for our local fishermen as well as those of you who come to Rocky Point for the best shrimp in the world! Remember, when you’re looking to buy fresh shrimp you need to compare size, prices and vendors. You should visit at least two vendors to compare and get the best price and best quality for your money. Talking about locals, don’t forget that January is the best month to pay your property taxes. January gets the biggest discount and then it lowers down for February and March. Don’t forget to ask for your discount…if you don’t ask, they won’t mention it and you will not get it. We would like to give a big THANK YOU to Laguna Shores for donating 110 bicycles to needy children of Puerto Peñasco again this year. I had the opportunity of taking the photos and I
got to see a lot of happy faces. This is a great organized program and the families who receive the bicycles have a socialeconomic test done to see if they qualify for the program. We have some great events coming up, RCPM JAM X will be at JJ’s Cantina in Cholla Bay on the 12th of January and the Balloon Festival will be February 23rd, 24th, 25th starting at 7am at Islas del Mar, previously known as Laguna del Mar. In other news, the Zip Line is back open! I personally talked to the owner and they are back operating with all their permits okayed. Some disappointing news is that the Royal Tap bus line from Phoenix to Peñasco has been cancelled. Apparently, the line was bought by another company and they have not, as of yet, stated as to whether they will continue the route or not. But if you are in need of transportation to Rocky Point for this coming year don’t forget that HeadOut has been a constant source of reliable transportation for many, many years. And if you drive your own vehicle, don’t forget to get Mexican insurance online or along the way to Rocky Point. We bid farewell to 2017 and welcome 2018 with open arms and high, high hopes for progress in Rocky Point and we would like to wish everyone the very best for the coming year.
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Humans are creatures of habit. We typically go to bed and eat at the same times, buy big ticket items when they are on sale and return 95% of the buttheads to Congress that we know are buttheads, but we do it, anyway. So, for Thanksgiving, my wife and I were all prepared to settle in with our traditional turkey and trimmings, when Tom and Marci, our neighbors who had never been to Peñasco, said, "Why don't you take us to Mexico instead?" After thinking it over for 8 seconds, we said, "Why not?" Here's how it went down:
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Breakfast burritos at Max's with a bloody Mary in a glass big enough to hold two dozen roses. Pharmacy bargains, then the mujeres off to Mercedes while the hombres found a seaside table and cervezas at Flavio's. Sea birds, shrimp boats and tourist watching. José in the fish market iced down a cooler stuffed with shrimp, clams and scallops for Tom. We finished the day with college football and burgers as big as our heads at Latitude 31.
Dog to the kennel, got Mexican insurance online, packed suitcases, passports.
THANKSGIVING THURSDAY
On the road before 8. Hardly any traffic. Lukeville at 11, pesos and gas in Sonoyta, pulled into Peñasco a little after noon. Checked into Hotel Carmelita. Lunch at Asadero Viva Mexico where the tacos and Tecate were not quite turkey and Pinot Noir, but they were every bit as delicious. (While many Rocky Point restaurants offered a full Thanksgiving menu, it was certainly tempting, but we preferred Mexican cuisine.) Looked at gift shop T-shirts with words and images that would make a hooker blush, took a quick tour of the town, enjoyed margaritas and the sunset at Playa Bonita. Pizza at Capone's.
Huevos rancheros at Max's, Mercedes for glassware. Showed Tom and Marci our favorite places including the American Legion, CEDO and its fin whale skeleton, Hole-In-The-Wall bakery, hot dogs at Chon's on Constitucion, J.J.'s Cantina. Visited with old friend, Tony, at Playa de Oro. Shopped the Cardboard Mall, Numeros, Rocky Imports. Playa Bonita for the sunset and seafood.
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Up before dawn, across the border by 6:30, gas at Why, took a stretch at Sells, home by 9:30. Good friends, good food, tremendous destination. One of our best Thanksgivings ever. Change is good. You should try it sometime.
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by Nancy Phelan AKA “The Pack Leader” ‘Animals come into our lives as gifts from God, for companionship, to teach us, and to heal us. They deserve our very best efforts in caring for them’ Dr. Ihor Basko, DVM The weather has changed and we are enjoying colder days. We are in dire need of Kittens dry Purina food, Friskies canned pate. Please help. You can always send monetary donations through paypal...just go to my email on pay-pal and it will take you to the corporate account. Winters are always tough on rescues and caring for the animals. We are spending $4,000.00 per month to care for 80 animals. Thank you to those that help.
Rocky Point’s Rodeo Drive
By Barbara Iverson
New Year, New Beginnings and Rodeo Drive has a new look for 2017. Starting as a dirt mall over 25 years ago the transformation has evolved over the years. Now a paved street with over 50 vendors, you’ll find a wonderful variety from the usual array of trinkets to upscale shops with unique items you won’t find anywhere else. Some of the vendors are busy in the back of their shop actually making the items they offer for sale.
hands like knives. Right now that winter is upon us you’ll find Guadalupe in the store making her baskets. That is when she’s not selling them on the beach. Then in the summer she’ll go down to southern Mexico to find the reeds, dry them, and bring them back for next season. While you’re there buying your
We gave some adorable puppies that are ready for their forever homes Please give Nancy a call for an appointment to see kittens, puppies, cats and dogs.
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One of the charming shops right next door to Mariachi’s and Tequila belongs to Suzanna and her mother Guadalupe. They’ve painted it a sky blue and had a local muralist (Mickey Espinosa) paint the pole in front of the store with vines and flowers. Suzanna can be found in the shop making bracelets and Guadalupe is a basket weaver. Over the years I totally missed the fact that basket weaving is seasonal. When the reeds are too fresh they can cut your
bracelet and basket stop by Mariachi’s and Tequila for a great meal. Wonderful atmosphere and great food the perfect ending to a day of sea, sand and shopping. They’re also known for the best Margaritas in town. Shopping Rodeo Drive is always a treat. You can find unique handcrafted items all up and down the street. Outstanding selection, the best prices in town and friendly vendors. What more could you ask for. See you on the Drive.
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Picacho del Diablo By Steve Franklin
Peninsula. The actual height is 10,154 feet above sea level. The next question is usually; “At that elevation does it snow there in the winter?” And the answer is most certainly, “Yes.” It’s hard to believe there can be an accumulation of snow anywhere on the Baja Peninsula, but there can be up to 3 or 4 feet of snow there during a winter storm.
The Western Sunset in Rocky Point exposes a mountain peak that can be seen from our shores. Perhaps you have seen it before and wondered how high and how far away this mountain chain is from Rocky Point? Picacho del Diablo or Devil’s Peak is located in the Peninsular Ranges, in the Mexican state of Baja California. It rises up in the Baja Peninsula half way between the Pacific Ocean and the Sea of Cortez.
Mt Diablo rising up from the Sea of Cortez runs along the Baja Peninsula Mt Diablo on Baja Peninsula - 10K feet in elev
The usual Western sunset from Rocky Point exposes Mt Diablo
When the sun sets it becomes more prominent in view. It’s fun to ask visitors what they think the elevation of the mountain is. Most say it’s around 4000 feet in elevation thinking there couldn’t be a mountain very high on the Baja
Another interesting fact about the peak is it didn’t have a successful ascent by man until 1932 by Norman Clyde and his climbing party. It was climbed very few times after that until the 1970’s, and more so now. Also, it is the only point on the Baja Peninsula that both the Pacific Ocean and the Sea of Cortez can be seen at the same time, not counting Cabo San Lucas of course. From Rocky Point to the Diablo Peak the distance is 110 miles. Now you know what to say when someone asks; “How far can you see across the Sea?” The peak is 33 miles to San Filipe and 42 miles to the Pacific Ocean.
The sun sets behind Mt Diablo in the West 110 miles away
Fir, cedar and aspen trees are found along the route to the top. Above 9000 feet you encounter almost exclusively jagged granite rock boulders that make the last bit of climbing difficult even for the expert mountain climbers. In his book “Camping and Climbing in Baja” John Robinson describes El Picacho del Diablo as “... truly one of the finest mountains in North America. Composed of huge Mt Diablo may get its name from the fiery sunsets seen frequently slabs of fractured over her as seen from Cholla Bay granite, prezcipitous, almost inaccessible, although the typical route is starting on towering almost two miles into the the western slope. There are structured clouds, the peak is a challenge to climb, camps to spend the night from both sides and a wonder to look at.” So, next time you look to the West at of ascensions. Based on weather and temperatures, the best months to climb sunset and see this magnificent uprising to the top are in May or September. The of mountainous land you will know a terrain is rated as one of the toughest little more about the Peak that took the peaks to climb on the Sierra list of ‘Desert Devil’s name. Peak Hikes’. There are many steep granite rock structures that must be ascended by use of a rope in some places. There are many deep canyons as well that make the trek dangerous and rugged. There have been several deaths hiking the peak and some people have been buried along the route as extricating them out was not an option. It can be ascended from the east in 4 days (8000 ft in elevation) and from the west in 3 days (5000 feet in elevation),
Picaho Diablo in the Winter
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Cruise Terminal Construction Set to Resume after Cash Infusion
Quack Ups
By Joseph Sanchez President, Rocky Point Home Builders
After being on hold for nearly two years, construction is set to resume on Rocky Point’s cruise terminal after an infusion of cash by the Sonoran Government announced last month during the annual meeting of the ArizonaMexico Commission at the Puerto Peñasco Convention Center. The announcement can be viewed as an early Christmas present for Puerto Peñasco as Sonoran officials announced that the Mexican federal government has appropriated the equivalent of more than $13 million U.S.D. in the upcoming 2018 budget to finish the first phase of the three-phase port project. Completion is now scheduled for 2020. Sonora officials told The Arizona Republic that they would not have secured the federal funding without help from Arizona. They are referring to a commission meeting earlier this year in Scottsdale where the governors of Sonora and Arizona signed a memorandum of understanding to promote and lobby for the completion of the cruise terminal. Officials say that show of unity helped as Sonora officials pressed the Mexican government to act. This is the moment many investors here in Rocky Point have been waiting for. It is expected that when the terminal opens prices for condos, existing homes and vacant land will all spike in price due to the new influx of tourism and demand. Currently in 2017, prices for
By Bob Snyder A rendering of the Puerto Peñasco’s cruise terminal that will soon bring the world’s cruise ships to the shores of Puerto Peñasco starting in 2020. (Photo courtesy of the Comision de Foremento al Turismo del Estado de Sonora)
vacant land, existing homes and condos are all on the rise and are moving up to 2008 levels before the real estate crash. With the addition of the cruise port you can imagine the impact it will have on real estate. According to real estate sources there are many deals available on lots. For example, beach front lots in Las Conchas start at $199,000 and if you choose a lot with a short walk to the beach prices start as low as $19,000 and with the average
Peñasco is not a difficult process and there has never been a better time to start construction given the strength of the dollar and the competitive lot prices. But if you are considering building a home make sure to protect your money and property by choosing a company who abides by Mexican Federal Labor Laws, has a good reputation in the community, who uses American Construction Contracts and American Escrow accounts during the construction process.
Don’t you hate it when you come to somebody’s place and they just can’t shut up asking you stupid questions like “what do you want” and “who are you” and “omg is that a real gun?
------------------------------------------Hey Sue, what do you say to a nice walk? Oh Harry, that would lovely. Wonderful. Could you bring me some beer and cigarettes on your way back? ------------------------------------------An elderly man was on the operating table, about to be operated on by his son, a famous surgeon. Just before they put him under, he asked to Building your dream home in Puerto Peñasco is not a difficult process and there has never been a better time to start construction. This is a 10,000-sq. ft. home is currently under construction in Las Conchas Sec 5, Lot 21.
speak to his son: "Don’t be nervous, boy, just do your best and just remember, if it doesn’t go
Construction is set to resume on Rocky Point’s cruise terminal after an infusion of cash by the Sonoran Government announced last month during the annual meeting of the Arizona-Mexico Commission at the Puerto Peñasco Convention Center.
cost is $25,000 plus closing costs. Another hot area to visit is Laguna Del Mar which is a master planned community offering beach front lots, Laguna lots with paved roads, utilities, championship golf course and more. Prices are for land are still reasonable and if you ever wanted to build your dream home now is the time. Building your dream home in Puerto
The bottom line is whether you are considering building your dream home, purchasing a condo or an existing home now is the time to make your move. Once the cruise terminal opens these types of current low prices will only be a memory. 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
well, if something happens to me… your mother is going to come and live with you."
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Shark Bitten in Rocky Point? Yeah...Me Too!
By Mark Paliscak
Happy 2018 Rocky Point!!! What a fun year it has been and what a fabulous time it is going to be in 2018! In the past year we saw several new restaurants, cantinas, homes, roads and many remodels of existing restaurants that expanded and beautified their establishment. I see so many of the locals and visitors loving the balcony additions to so many of these restaurants and cantinas…and after all, why not? Look at where we live and where we are and the vistas and our weather! Magnifico! One of the recent remodel and huge additions to our cantina scene is found right in Old Port and it is called…SHARK BITE. Shark Bite’s remodel was completed in the late of summer of last year and has been a huge hit with the “fun crowd”. From its tiki hut theme to its aqua color, to the fun and lively waiters and bartenders, to the up-beat music selection and live bands and an amazing dance floor, this remodel REALLY delivers and is an intoxicating addition to the cantina scene in and around Rocky Point. Shark Bite is located one block down on the left-hand side after you round the bend into Old Port. It is on the second level which leaves us with a some breathtaking and awesome
ocean views and the Jose Pescador (Joe the Fisherman) statue especially at sunset when the colors truly come alive before your eyes! I recently sat down with partner, Jorge Gaona and Shayna Sargent to talk about Shark Bite and its success. Marco: Well, I REALLY like it here… looks like I fit in with the aqua and all! I noticed a water slide as an exit option rather than the stairs! Whose idea was this and how did it come to fruition? Shayna: Well, Jorge always wanted to have a bar with a water slide as an exit so we finally got the chance to do it with this remodel, so he decided to go for it. Marco: Well, you know what I will be doing on my way out! How long did the remodel take?
Shayna: Believe it or not, it was all completed in a few short months. Marco: The transformation is amazing…I remember a skinny, little fun bar that has turned into this! Hats off to the Gaona family on all of their hard work, planning and follow through to make it the place it is today. What are your plans for live music and bands? Shayna: We plan to have live music on the weekends and some super fun DJ’s that will keep the place jumping. Marco: Well, this isn’t the weekend and the place is jumping and fun. Pretty ladies, great drinks and 3 tacos for $6 is a pretty great deal! What are the best sellers and specialties in food? Shayna: The burgers and wings are a huge hit. Also, as you said the 3 tacos for $6 with your choice of carne asada, chicken, fish or shrimp are way popular. Marco: I can’t wait to try my fave... fish tacos. They always remind me of my
college days in Rosarito Beach in Baja California! I like the names of some of these drink specialties…Shark Tank, Fish Bowl, Shark Attack and Blood in the Water…way cool…makes you feel like a pirate! I heard Jerry and Linda manage the bar…who are the bartenders? Shayna: We also have Chrissy and Josh. They all have fun personalities and try to make each guest’s visit to Shark Bite a happy one so they will sure to want to come back. Marco: Right! And bring their friends. Well, I guess I am SHARK BITTEN and will definitely be back again soon. This place has a way happy and fun vibe that
makes you want to chill out and relax… some of the best things about Rocky Point!! Well, I did slide right on out of Shark Bite which was a clever way to exit a cantina and I must say a first for me! Thank you so much to everyone who donated to AIM Peñasco and Steps of Love to help sponsor our local children with the costs for school, school supplies, clothing, counseling and a study facility. Tia Katy is beyond grateful!! May 2018 bring you happiness and peace to each of you…always remember, we are so blessed to be here…A. G. (above ground). ADIOS AMIGOS! GOD BLESS.
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2018 is here - I’d pick more Daisies
Plant Offers Hope for Treating Breast Cancer
By Anita Kaltenbaugh
Whether we are ready for a new year or not, 2018 is here. And, it’s the next to the last year of a decade. Only one more year left, until we flip the decade calendar to the roaring twenties. Can you imagine what lies ahead? When we look back in time, what historical and monumental events do you think 2018 will be remembered for? Hmm…unless you have a crystal ball, who knows what awaits us. I’m going to imagine it will be a fantastical year of exciting events, new inventions and a cure for cancer. I’m going to imagine that the Puerto Peñasco cruise ship port (which was just budgeted more money for 2018) will be building the structure of the port like gang busters, and the luxury resort Esmerelda next door will be racing with construction trying to beat the completion of the port. Yes, I’m going to start this year with so much positivity-- it might just be too much for any leftover Grinch we have from Christmas. If that’s you Grinch, this is where you might stop reading. This new year I’m starting fresh. I’m giving up any grudges, and throwing them out the window. I’m going to be kind to every person who crosses my path, and I’m going to slow down and live in the moment. We always throw out that clique, “life’s too short” well I’m not going to wait until it is too short, I’m going to start living now. I mean, why not start out this brandnew year full of hopes, dreams and positivity? What do we have to lose? More happiness? Inner peace? Every new year, I create this monster list of new year resolutions. Oh, I’m detailed, with a computer list of about 20 different goals I want to achieve this year. I believe if you visualize your hopes, dreams and goals you can make it happen. Because face it if you can’t See your dream as a reality, who can? Dreaming is not a waste of time. If we didn’t have dreamers in this world, you wouldn’t have that smart phone in your pocket where you can video your dog catching a ball on Sandy Beach, or for that matter, you might not be sitting in that condo or house on the beach in Rocky Point listening to a great song. Yes, dreamers are good. Our little
town once a strip of sandy land and brush, became a thriving beach resort full or year-round expats and families who made Rocky Point part of their life story. Because of a multitude of dreamers, we have a cruise ship port under construction, a Malecon full of seafood and gift and new restaurants. Yes, they all had a dream, a goal. Dreamers are essential to our existence. I’m a dreamer, I always have been, and I’m the youngest of six, from a family of dreamers. I recently visited my older brother at his home in Mississippi, he is 63 now, and in his man cave upstairs music room, on the wall in a little frame, was a wrinkled copy of a poem I sent my brother 23 years ago when he turned 40 in his birthday card. He is a New Years baby, and as his youngest sibling, I must have thought this poem was fitting for someone turning so old (YES AT THAT TIME I DID THINK 40 WAS ANCIENT). I don’t know who wrote the poem or even what year it was written in, but it really doesn’t matter if it was written 20 years ago or 100, it’s a reminder of how precious life is and how no one knows what’s ahead. We don’t know what lies ahead for any of us, this year or the next. My brother, who has brain cancer, saved this poem for 23 years. I think it’s a wakeup call to all of us, to live in the moment and dream. I hope your 2018 is full of dreams, accomplishments and more visits to the beach. If you don’t feel like dreaming or making any resolutions this year, how about you just pick more daisies? Here’s the poem:
I’d Pick More Daises: If I had my life to live over again, I’d try to make more mistakes next time. I would relax, I would limber up. I would be sillier than I have been this trip. I know of very few things I would take seriously. I would take more trips. I would climb more mountains, swim more oceans, and watch more sunsets. I would do more walking and looking. I would eat more ice cream and less beans. I would have more actual troubles and fewer imaginary ones. You see, I am one of those people who live prophylactically and sensibly and sanely hour after hour, day after day. Oh, I’ve had my moments and if I had to do it over again, I’d have more of them. In fact, I would try to have nothing else. Just moments...one after another instead of living so many years ahead each day. I have been one of those people who never go anywhere without a thermometer, a water bottle, a map, a raincoat, aspirin and a parachute. If I had to do it over again, I would go more places, do things and travel lighter than I have. If I had my life to live over, I would start barefoot earlier in the spring and stay that way later in the fall. I would play hooky more. I wouldn’t make such good grades except by accident. I would ride on more merry-go-rounds...I would dream more and… I’d pick more daises. Anonymous Whatever your daises are go pick some more. Be more kind this year than you have ever been to yourself and others. Plan more trips to the beach and celebrate life. Make your dreams come true. Happy 2018
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
Researchers working with plant used on cancer patients in Chiapas A plant called chan, or pignut, used in a Chiapas community to treat cancer has caught the attention of researchers at the National Polytechnic Institute (IPN). An analysis of the tropical plant has led to the discovery of compounds that, in the laboratory at least, appear to eliminate cancerous breast tissue. In Hyptis suaveolens the researchers have found a component that eliminates tumorous cells related to triple negative breast cancer, one of the hardest to treat. Treatment is complicated and combines the parallel use of chemo and radiotherapy, with severely aggressive effects on the body, said team leader José Rubén García Sánchez. Using chan for treating cancer originated among the people of Copainala, Chiapas. The IPN team, whose main goal is to find alternatives to treat breast cancer, applied scientific analysis to discover what, if any, active compound in the plant had anticancerous properties. Once in the lab, several molecules were isolated, with the most promising being a terpene compound. "We were amazed by the selectivity properties of the terpene: it eliminated cancer cells but was innocuous with healthy ones," said García. The team believes the discovery could well mark the beginning of new medical treatments with less severe secondary effects on patients. García told the newspaper Milenio that the discovery has drawn the attention of several pharmaceutical firms and could well mean a future exchange of technology. "This is encouraging, because these firms have their own research teams and they seldom pay attention to advances made by schools. They did it this time because it is difficult to find an effective compound against the most resilient cancers," said the researcher. He explained that in order to obtain just a few grams of the promising compound several kilograms of H. suaveolens are needed. Despite the extraction process being fairly complex, his team has already standardized it. Synthesizing the compound chemically is still a very difficult process, so it will still be a long time before a treatment reaches patients. After testing the compound extracted from the chan plant in vitro, García and his team will test its effects on rats and will study its toxicity. 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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Erecting a Big Wind Generator By Mike Bibb
When visiting Rocky Point in midOctober, I couldn't help noticing the large construction crane busily at work erecting the second new wind generator tower and turbine container about a mile northeast of the condo developments along Sandy Beach, adjacent to another wind generator installed a couple of years ago. Being an observant and curious guy, I ventured over to the area to get a closer look and snap a few pictures. Several additional heavy-lift cranes, hoists and assorted equipment were also being used in the building process. At the time, the three huge propellers had not yet been attached to the motor shaft inside the housing.
Scurrying about the roof of the generator and gear housing atop the cylindrical tower - over 200 feet above the ground - a lone construction worker was busily doing his assigned tasks. I'm sure he must of been wearing various safety harnesses and related equipment, but viewing from the ground - even with the assistance of a telephoto camera lens - it was difficult to tell with certainty. Wind turbines, while producing economic electricity, are not without controversy. Many people have complained of the immense size and noise
You Only Get One Chance to Make a Great First Impression
By Mike Duke
of the commercial behemoths, in addition to being aesthetically unattractive. Nevertheless, their ease of construction and ability to install in various types of terrain, make them suitable for quick energy needs. The generators in Puerto Peñasco/ Rocky Point are probably average in size and megawatt electrical production. By comparison, the largest offshore wind generator is the Vestas V164 in Denmark with a rated electrical capacity of 9MW. It has a steel tube tower and stands 722 feet high. While Rocky Point's two wind electrical generators are located at sea level, the highest-situated wind turbine in the world was installed by WindAid and is located at the base of the Pastoruri Glacier in Peru at 4,877 meters (16,001 ft.) above sea level. In addition to being installed over water, the largest floating deep-water wind turbine - 10 kilometers (6.2 miles) offshore in 220-meter-deep water (720 ft.) - is southwest of Karmoy, Norway and began operating in September 2009. Electricity producing windmills are relatively new to society, but the concept of using wind to power similar machines has been around for centuries. Ancient wind powered devices were used to grind grain, draw water, drain flooded basins and in the grist-milling and sugarcane industries. In the American West, subterranean ground water pumping windmills are still used to fill livestock water tanks and troughs. The first automatically operated electrical wind turbine in the United States was built in Cleveland, Ohio in 1887 by Charles F. Brush. It was 60 feet tall, weighed 4 tons, and powered a 12 kilowatt generator. By 1908 there were 72 wind-driven electrical generators operating in the U.S. Today, the wind turbine industry is a major supplier of electricity for both private and commercial applications.
As a professional that does not only Property Inspection, I also do Property Management and I frequently get asked my opinion on how the property presents itself. The title of this article is how I respond. As a seller, it’s critical to make that prospective buyer’s first impression a positive experience. If it doesn’t stand out – you may well lose a sale. Here’s some insights on how to make that FIRST impression – a GREAT one! 1) Make sure the property is clean and presentable! I’m not just talking about cleaning the floors, windows and so forth. This also entails removing any “clutter”. Yes, you are moving out – but don’t leave boxes, clothes, and other items which would detract from your home. 2) Brighten it up. If your paint is old and showing “fade or bleed” – consider a fresh coat of paint. 3) That being said – pick a “theme” and stay with it. Whatever appearance design you are attempting to achieve needs to carry throughout. 4) Less is more! Try not to clutter your walls with an excessive amount of artwork. This will allow your artwork to make more of a statement and theme. 5) Avoid “disjointed themes”. Whether you’re going for a modern look, traditional Mexican, or any other theme – your furniture and fixtures should match. This is a common mistake I encounter. By no means am I saying to completely remodel. Again, pick your theme and stay with it. 6) Replace what NEEDS replacing! It’s attention to detail that counts. 7) “The floor looks dirty”. I’ve heard and witnessed this personally. Tile floors are common here. Over time, tile can lose it “glaze”, especially in high traffic areas. “Browning” occurs at this point because dirt can get trapped in the tile itself. You may want to consider replacement at this point. 8) If your property is a “rental unit” – transparency is a MUST! 9) Maintain ACCURATE records of your
rentals. Some may disagree with me but it’s not just “furniture and fixtures”. Having CLEAN and CONCISE financials is a must. 10) If you are in a rental situation, I recommend advising what your “Occupancy Ratio” is. If it is also “Owner Occupied”, then be sure to differentiate what percent is Owner and what percent is Renters. 11) “It stinks in here!” I’ve encountered this on more than one occasion. This can be a “deal killer”. Odors occur from areas where bacteria can grow, creating “outgassing”. Common causes are toilet wax rings and seal to the floor, corroded spout covers and drains which are subject to standing water. Drain covers which are old and rusted (bacteria can grow on those). Garbage disposals which have food particulate stuck in them – just to name a few. 12) Cleaning the above mentioned is not a “major project”. If the drain or spout covers are rusted or corroded – replace them. They aren’t expensive. If you’re in a rental situation and your toilet wax rings are more than 5 years old – replace them and reseal the base to the floor. 13) Is your property on a “Preventative Maintenance Program”? If so- make this known. It shows that you do pay attention to detail. Drains need maintenance. Remove the cover and clean with a nylon brush and bleach the openings down to the water level. Clean out any debris which may be trapped in there. Add bleach and a mixture of baking soda and hot water to flush the line. WARNING! NEVER MIX BLEACH WITH ANY TYPE OF HOUSEHOLD CHEMICAL! THIS WILL PRODUCE TOXIC FUMES THAT COULD LEAD TO A HOSPITAL VISIT! BLEACH AND BAKING SODA ACTUALLY COMPLIMENT AND INCREASE EACH OTHER’S PROPERTIES. I welcome any questions or comments – please feel free to contact me at: mike. duke@spismex.org. Thank you for letting me be of service!
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Organ donor visits St. Joseph's Church
New Year, New traditions
By Stephanie Wood
Muriel Cole, who donated the electronic organ to Saint Joseph's Catholic Church in La Cholla, attended Mass recently to see and hear her beloved organ in its new home. By Cholla Charli
There are countless, touching stories about the families of organ donors who have the opportunity to see the recipients living vibrant, active lives thanks to their gift. Though this story is a little different, it is touching nonetheless. You may have read the article here titled, “Yes, San José, there is a Santa Claus Club.” It told about the generous donation of an electronic
home organ by Muriel Cole of Scottsdale to the Santa Claus Club. The club had no immediate purpose for the instrument and asked the music director at San José, now Saint Joseph's Catholic Church, if the church could use it. Naturally it was a welcome addition and they found an extremely talented musician, German Esquer, to play it. Over the Thanksgiving holiday, Muriel visited Puerto Peñasco with her daughter and son-in-law, Judy and Jerry Burghout, at their home in La Cholla. They came to Mass that Sunday morning to see the organ in its new home at Saint Joseph's. When the closing hymn, “Just a Closer Walk with Thee,” was sung, Muriel wept. Unknown to the music director, that was the hymn sung at Muriel's husband's funeral just a few months before. The organ had been a gift from him when Muriel was 60, more than 30 years ago, and now it is a gift that will provide many, many years of grand service to those who attend the bilingual Mass at St. Joseph's each Sunday at 8 a.m.
Happy New Year everyone! Hoping everyone has recovered from New Year’s Eve festivities. This is my 10th New Year celebrated in Rocky Point. On New Year’s Day, I always make Black Eyed Peas, because that is the good luck tradition in our family. A few years back, I added collard greens to the menu because it’s a Southern tradition for prosperity in the New Year. This year I realized I don’t know what the Mexican New Year’s traditions are. Thanks to Google, I found out and am sharing them with you now. I love finding new family traditions for us to pass down to our children. There are many New Year’s Eve traditions in Mexico; here are a few of my favorites: • As the midnight countdown begins, eat twelve grapes (representing twelve months), making a wish for each one. If it’s a sweet grape, it will be a good month and a sour grape will be a bad month in the coming year. • Women wear red underwear for love and passion in the New Year, or yellow underwear for happiness and wealth; wearing green is for good health, and white for hope and peace. Never wear black clothing on NYE. • Write good and bad events of the year on a piece of paper, after midnight, burn the paper to celebrate new beginnings and removal of bad times. Alternately, write wishes for the New Year and burn them when the wish comes true.
And Christmas doesn’t end on New Year’s Day! It is further celebrated on January 6, and February 2. January 6 is El Dia de Los Reyes (Three Kings Day, or day of the Wise Men). This is the traditional day gifts are exchanged in Mexico to represent the day the Three Wise Men gave gifts to the baby Jesus. This day is celebrated by eating Rosca de Reyes (Kings Cake) which is an oval shaped sweet bread, decorated with dried and candied fruit, symbolizing a jeweled crown, and it has a baby Jesus hidden inside. Whoever gets the baby Jesus is responsible for hosting the party on February 2nd. February 2 is Dia de la Candelaria (Candlemas Day). Candlemas is also known as the Feast of the Presentation of our Lord Jesus and the Feast of the Purification of the Blessed Virgin Mary. This holiday is an amalgamation of pagan traditions and Catholicism. February 2nd is 40 days after Jesus was born, and when he would have been presented at the temple. Traditionally a Niño Dios (a finely dressed baby Jesus doll) and candles are brought to mass to be blessed. February 2 also the midway point between winter solstice and vernal equinox, and has been historically celebrated as a weather indicator for crops (Candlemas is also Groundhog Day). Candlemas is celebrated with a meal of Atole (warm cornmeal drink), Champurrado (chocolate atole), and tamales. The meal of corn is representative as a pre-Christian celebration of Maize, which was critical to survival, and today remains a cultural symbol of daily life. No matter what your beliefs, these are wonderful traditions to start the year off on a celebratory manner, and hopefully keep love, peace, and happiness going throughout the year!
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Mexico's New Year's Traditions are as Odd as the Ones North of the Border
With the arrival of a new year in Mexico, hopes for better times also arrive. In the Mexican culture, so full of traditions, year-end rituals are an important part of popular belief for finding love, money, good luck. There are an endless number of rituals, perhaps one for every Mexican family, and they're passed on from generation to generation. Some rituals have religious backgrounds, like praying the rosary, attending mass before 12 o'clock and lighting candles, but most have more to do with luck and good fortune. Here are some of the most common: According to tradition, before the endof-the-year dinner, thoroughly cleaning the house is recommended to get rid of bad vibes and to attract better things. Making a wish list is part of the yearend ritual; write them down and have them on hand for the rest of the year. Common goals include losing weight, quitting smoking, changing jobs, healthy eating-even ending a relationship. The clothing worn at the year-end dinner also has a special meaning for some people. Some tend to dress in white clothing to ward off illness and to attract good health. Most people, however, use garments especially worn for the first time for that evening: coats, shawls, hats, scarves, sweaters, shirts, ties and curiously, under all those clothes, red and yellow underwear. The reds are used to attract love and passion...The yellow to attract happiness and wealth. When evening comes, it's customary to turn on each of the house lights so that, according to custom, prosperity and success radiate throughout the year. Preparing and decorating the table for dinner is also a ritual-filled process. The dinner is plentiful, with a great variety
The Mexican Traffic Ticket
By Dan McWhitis
of flavors: sweet, strong, spicy and sour... and of course, beverages, both with and without alcohol. The table is arranged with the best tablecloth, the most expensive dishes and sparkling glasses for the midnight toast. Red and gold dominate the table, as well as candles at the center and floral arrangements to attract good luck and prosperity. A special wish: follow this guide to learn what color candle you should place: Blue brings peace- yellow: abundance - red: passion-green: health- white: clarity and orange: intelligence. So you think that there are already too many things to do? Just wait until midnight for a parade of additional rituals: At the stroke of 12 midnight, it's customary to ring a bell and ring it loudly. No home should be without this item for it symbolizes the home's joy and happiness. While the bells are sounding, everyone eats 12 grapes - symbolizing the wishes for each month of the New Year. Immediately afterwards come the hugs and kisses session with relatives and friends, which represents love and companionship for each other and for their loved ones. When part of a couple receives hugs and kisses; they are assured that the year will be full of romance. F i n a l l y, a toast is made with sparkling wine or champagne because its bubbles represent the spark of happiness that you
want to have all year long. Then each person starts with their personal rites of which the best known are: • Throwing a glass of water out towards the street symbolizes expelling tears, worries and negativity. • Placing a coin in a shoe or a ticket in their pocket when the person seeks economic prosperity. Or there are also those who customarily eat a handful of lentils. • Sweep with a broom from the door to the street when you want to drive out bad vibes, troubles and negative things from the home. • For those who want a certain person to give them their love during the new year; tie a red ribbon together with a picture of the person and sleep with them under your pillow that night. • Those who take a couple of suitcases and go around the block do it because they want to take a trip ... the farther the walk, the farther their trip will be. • For those who wish to marry, it's recommended that they sit and stand up on each of the 12 chimes of the clock. • Want a promotion at work? Get up on a ladder or stand on a chair and be higher than others. • For those who like rituals with candles, you can light three candles in a triangle at exactly 12 midnight. One must be red, one green and one yellow, together with nine grains of rice, nine lentils and nine gold coins no matter what their value - to pray for the family's prosperity, abundance and love, and so on. In short, there's a bit of everything on this evening: some are happy, others cry of sadness, some like to celebrate it alone, and others in the company of their entire family. But the majority practice religious, deep, funny, old, or bizarre rituals; all with the aim of keeping alive the hope of bringing on better days for all.
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When I first arrived in Puerto Peñasco about 3 ½ years ago I caught a traffic ticket my first day in town. It was just wonderful. I was cited for exceeding a stop-sign by two feet. Having lived in Southern Mexico, Honduras and Costa Rica, I drew on my experience as to how to handle this situation. My solution was to pay a fine directly to the police officer; the amount was $40 (US). In Latin countries this is known as “the bite”. When I communicated with the editor of this paper, a charming woman who’s very active in our community, she advised paying fines directly to a cop only serves to support corruption. Her advice mirrored what we’ve come to expect from our police in the United States, if you try to bribe a uniformed officer in Arizona consequences can be severe. On the other-side of this philosophical coin several of my new fiends began giving me a ration of nonsense for paying too much to the police. They asserted I should have negotiated an amount for about half of what I paid. Today we have a new police chief in Rocky Point who does not cotton to shaking drivers down. We don’t see as many cars with license tags from the States being pulled over. I do think fear of the unknown and the language barrier may have posed problems in the past, but it’s really not that bad. When a good friend of mine recently got a parking ticket we drove to the court house which is a fairly modern building, were greeted by a polite officer, a translator was provided, and the various citations were posted on the wall (in English and Spanish) with corresponding fines. Using the translator’s help we determined how much was to be paid and visited the cashier. The whole deal took about twenty minutes and we were on our way. Following the rules may not be agreeable to all, but it appears to have helped cleanup the corruption. There is a judge if an individual wants to present his or her case. Oh, by the way the parking ticket fine was $18 (US) and we learned not to park next to a curb painted light blue, that’s a handicap zone. That gem would have cost $200 (US) in the United States.
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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
DIAL...066
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.
All fines are to be paid at the main police station
PASSPORTS ARE REQUIRED 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
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 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 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.
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. COMING FROM PHOENIX 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
ACCIDENTS If you are involved in a (nondeath) accident in Mexico, you are considered at fault until proven otherwise. All parties are taken to the police station where you
ACCIDENTS CON’T 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.
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. 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 U.S. AIRPORTS (CLOSEST)
Phoenix, Tucson & Nogales, AZ
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 TAP - Phone: 383-6761 (Transportes y Autobuses del Pacifico) W side of Blvd. Benito Juarez, N of the signal at Constitucion
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: 553 S. Stone Ave., 85701 (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 in-between. 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
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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Interesting Facts about The Cholla Bay Sportsmen’s Club •
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Cholla Bay (Puerto Peñasco), Sonora, México • October 12, 1955, Al Scott led a founding effort of seventeen people to form a sportsmen's club in the fishing camp of Cholla Bay just outside Puerto Peñasco, Mexico. The purpose of the Club was to organize the sportsmen in the area, to promote fellowship, and to help one another in any way possible, should any questions arise in regards to investments in their cabins and boat houses in the Cholla Bay area. As an organized group, it was felt more could be accomplished than individually. A constitution and bi-laws were drawn up and adopted by the membership. Within a short time, membership and activities grew. • February 1956 was the start of the Annual Fishing Derby with over 400 entrants for the 2-day event. An awards ceremony and Fish Fry were held. • Spring of 1957, membership had grown to 170 members. The Fishing Derby held in conjunction with the Puerto Peñasco Lions Club as a fund raiser was also a huge success, and proceeds helped provide polio immunizations for many of the school children of Puerto Peñasco. • Spring of 1958, a monthly Club newsletter "CHOLLA CHATTER" was started with Bill Valentine as Editor. He reported on the weekly grading of the road to Cholla, improvements to the parking lot and boat ramps, as well as activities planned and meeting dates. The Cholla Chatter, by the next year also had a simple tide chart, with the dates and times of the upper and lower lunar transit. Membership was $3.00/year and included the monthly newsletter mailed to members home. • February 1960, the CBSC, also was living up to its fellowship with the Mexican people, as a clothing drive for the flood victims of the State of Sinaloa, brought
in 4½ tons of clothing and bedding. • 1960: A permanent marine band radio base station for boaters’ safety was installed at Nacho's store. Fishing Derby had more than 800 anglers and guests. • Membership in the Club by now had grown to over 600 total members in just 5 years. Numerous committees had been formed to coordinate all the Clubs activities, from the Fishing Derby to Search & Rescue, to Membership, Cholla Chatter and advertising. The Club was fulfilling its Founders dreams! • 1960, the CBSC built a children's playground for the youth of Puerto Peñasco, secured polio vaccine shots for them, brought down desks for the school, organized clothing drives, and helped purchase and equip an ambulance for the city. • The next several years for the CBSC were true building years, as everything that seemed possible came to fruition. Club membership continued to grow and so did the number of Cabins in Cholla Bay. • The Radio Room was updated with new equipment for marine band, CB, and even ground to air for Search & Rescue of missing boats. A permanent radio permit was issued from Mexico City. This Radio Room in the Northern part of the Sea of Cortez could reach throughout the region and even back to Arizona to relay emergency messages. A full time radio operator was always on duty and all of this is paid for completely by donations and Club membership dues. • Late 60's: the Club took on more activities. An annual Christmas Party for the Mexican children of Cholla Bay included toys & candy, and food & fruit boxes for their families. An Easter egg hunt with lots candy for the little ones, and for the community, a continuous caravan of much needed medical supplies and even an X-ray and cardiograph machine, plus many
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hospital beds and a portable oxygen unit, were donated to the Red Cross and hospitals of Puerto Peñasco. May 4, 1969 Cholla almost ceased to exist as hurricane force winds blew through and destroyed many buildings and turned over many trailers. The next morning, a total community effort to board up and secure what was left took place by both the remaining Americans and all the Mexican Nationals in the area. Miraculously no one was killed. The Club, as always, continued on with more memberships, activities and fundraisers. These included a school bus for the children of Cholla to get them to Puerto Peñasco. Spring of 1972, Gus Brown, Sr. offered a lot located in the middle of Cholla Bay to the Club to build a permanent structure to hold the kitchen with its deep fryers, used for the Annual Fishing Derby Fish Fry's. A plan was drawn up, approved and the Club built the building. In appreciation the Fry Shack, as it was affectionately called, eventually expanded with covered and open patios. Today, the Plaza is called the 'Cholla Bay Club House', and is the center of most of the Clubs social activities and has at times accommodated as many as 2,000 people for the Derby Fish Fry. 1980's: The Club has always been a family oriented group and was entering the start of another generation of Americans to start enjoying the beauty of the Sea of Cortez and the Sonoran Desert. For the children of the members, there was always the family aspects of Cholla Bay, from swimming to snorkeling at Tucson beach, to clam digging and explorations on the tidal flats of Cholla Bay with their grandparents, surf casting from shore or maybe just playing side by side with the Mexican children at the playground. There was never a barrier for the children of both cultures, as childhood innocence would bond them together, and like their parents and grandparents before them, a mutual trust and friendship developed, with the Americans and Mexicans. Just as the sorrow of the passing of each of the Clubs Founders was felt, so the sorrow was felt for the hard working Mexican parents as they passed on. Late 1980's: The community still continued to grow, to over 800 cabins just in Cholla Bay itself, but as the other communities grew (Las Conchas, Playa Encanto, Espinosa's, and the various trailer parks) some of these people also became members because of the activities and of course the radio safety network and the Cholla Chatter monthly newsletter of upcoming events. 2005 finds the CBSC celebrating it’s 50th Annual Fishing Derby and the turnout is phenomenal - the Founding members
dreams were still coming true. • The Clubs’ activities continue and have become more diverse. Events now include: Golf Tournaments, Game Night, Horseshoe Tournament, Fishing Derby & Fish Fry, Halloweenie Roast, Thanksgiving Dinner, Children’s Christmas Party and more! The Radio Room with VHF marine band still remains the backbone of the Club. This vital equipment is designed for boaters’ safety and your membership to the CBSC will keep the Radio operating! • 2012 finds the CBSC offering more to accommodate today’s generation and needs. A ‘Facebook’ page has been added and the Cholla Chatter is offered via email. Check us out on Facebook; Cholla Bay Sportsmens Club, or email us; ChollaCBSC@gmail.com
• May 2015, the CBSC hosted a huge celebration at the Cholla Bay Club House (Fry Shack), marking the end of the 60th Annual Fishing Derby and the Club’s 60th Birthday! Two of the original founding members (and family) were in attendance; Bill Hammer and Paul Schoonover. Many families, both American and Mexican celebrated together the friendships that have formed over the years. To commemorate this monumental occasion, 3 quilts made from previous Derby Shirts were raffled, as was $250, $500 and $1000 in cash. The Club also raffled a Yamaha Rhino. Many youngsters there with their parents and grandparents will continue the dreams of Al Scott and the other Founders of the CBSC. From here, we look forward to the continued success of the CBSC and the excitement the future will bring! • The Cholla Bay Sportsmen's Club is open to everyone; Membership dues are $40.00 a year. The CBSC holds meetings, has Golf Tournaments, Game Night, Horseshoe Tournaments, other events and of course our Annual Fishing Derby and Fish Fry. To join or for more information on the CBSC please email ChollaCBSC@ gmail.com, check us out on Facebook “Cholla Bay Sportsmen's Club” or write to: Laura McIntyre; PO Box 398, Cortaro, AZ 85652.
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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 short 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.
to discuss all matters pertaining to Puerto Peñasco and Mexico with the US Consul from Nogales. They are the nearest US Consulate office to Rocky Point and they cover our city. If problems for a US Citizen were to ever arise, they are there to help. Whether living full-time on town or not, this will be an informative meeting and I highly encourage everyone to attend if possible.
Road Improvements Around Town Continue
Date Set for 2018 Rocky Point Rally November 8-11, 2018
Security was inaugurated. This conference, the first like it in Peñasco, welcomed all 32 Secretaries of Security of each of the Mexican States to Puerto Peñasco. In this meeting, agreements, programs and actions are being built to improve the police function, national information systems for public safety, diagnoses of criminal incidence, and programs for the prevention of crime and violence. Governor Pavlovich stressed that in her administration, police corporations benefited from federal funds to strengthen security and today there is a more prepared and better equipped police force. She stated that she has already delivered 289 patrols to municipal police corporations to cover 82 percent of the state corporations. Puerto Peñasco is among the safest cities in all of Mexico.
Sandy Beach Awarded Certified Clean Beach Designation for 2nd Time
The Rocky Point Rally this year had an estimated attendance of 8,500 motorcycles, another great turnout and another sign that our little city on the sea has fully recovered from the recession. Plans are already being made for the 18th Annual Rally next year and the dates have been announced as November 8-11, 2018. Mark your calendars and make your reservations early as most rentals in town sell out by the time that the event arrives. Hope to see you here once again!
Sea Lion Rescue in Cholla Bay
The Municipal Government through the Municipal Health Department and Erik Gastélum, veterinarian of the unit, rescued and attended a sea lion that was injured in La Cholla, which was entangled in an old fishing net. We thank all the people who supported the efforts to recover this animal. Let's continue preserving wildlife and marine life in Puerto Peñasco.
Town Hall Meeting with US Consul on Saturday, December 2nd
A town hall meeting will be held on Saturday, December 2, at the Fire Station next to City Hall, on Freemont Blvd. at 9:00 am. The meeting will offer an opportunity
Keeping the roads in decent condition in this town is a never-ending process. The climate is very hard on the roads and they are almost in constant need of repair. Over the past few years, several of the main roads have been completely replaced with hydraulic concrete, which drastically reduces the need for repairs and extends the life of the road. But, for the others, the City continues to repair, patch, and improve them as needed. Recently, they have been getting a fresh coat of paint (the lines, anyway), so, unless you want some white or yellow paint specks on your car, watch for fresh paint. They aren't always marked with cones.
Puerto Peñasco was, for the second time, awarded with the coveted Playas Limpias ('Clean Beaches') award and designation acknowledging the impeccable care given to our beautiful beaches. This designation is rare and difficult to obtain, and our beaches are the only certified "clean beaches" in all of Sonora for the 2nd consecutive year. White The local group Comite de Playas Limpias has worked hard, along with the City of Puerto Peñasco, to meet the International standards of Playas Limpias, and were again awarded this honor. Beyond being the only beach in Sonora with the designation, Rocky Point also has the distinction of being the largest beach in Mexico to be so recognized.
Minimum Wage will Increase by 8 Pesos
Peñasco Hosts Sonora Governor and National Security Conference
In the company of the Governor of Sonora, Claudia Pavlovich Arellano, and of Adolfo García Morales, Secretary of Public Security of the State, XVIII Ordinary Session of the National Conference of Secretaries of Public
The hike is half what would be required for it to reach the poverty line The daily minimum wage will rise by eight pesos December 1, an increase that falls short of the 15-peso hike sought by Mexico's largest business lobby and what the country's social development agency says is needed to reach the poverty line. The National Minimum Wage Commission today announced a 10% increase from 80.04 pesos to 88.36, about half of what the Mexican Employers Federation, or Coparmex, has been calling for.
It also falls short of what Coneval, a federal agency that measures poverty levels, says is required to reach parity with its threshold for well-being, which it has set at 95.24 pesos. Coparmex chief Gustavo de Hoyos Walther described the increase on Twitter as "a limited step" that failed to reach the poverty line. "We remain indebted to millions of Mexicans," he said. Fears of stoking inflation have kept Mexico's minimum wage low for many years, and continue to do so. Outgoing central bank governor Agustín Carstens called 10 days ago for prudence in adjustments to the wage. "Although the Bank of México is in support of better minimum wages, the recommendation is that the process be conducted with much prudence, in such a way that it doesn't turn around and stimulate inflation."
Mexico Creates Large Marine Reserve in the Pacific
The Mexican government has designated the Revillagigedo Archipelago as a national park. The Illinois-sized marine reserve in the Pacific will help conserve species endemic to the area and end commercial fishing. The Revillagigedo Archipelago, also known as the Galapagos of North America, is located some 390 kilometers (242 miles) southwest of the Baja California peninsula. On Friday, Mexican President Enrique Pena Nieto designated the 148,000 square kilometer (57,143 mile) area as a national park, prohibiting all fishing activities as well as the construction of hotels on the islands. Nieto said the decree reaffirms the country's "commitment to the preservation of the heritage of Mexico and the world." The marine park is now the largest ocean reserve in North America and will help conserve giant rays, humpback whales, sea turtles and dozens of other species. The archipelago is also home to migratory birds, lizards and other endemic species that inspired the 19th century biologist Charles Darwin. President Pena Nieto said Mexico's environment ministry and navy "will carry out surveillance, equipment and training activities that will include remote monitoring in real time, environmental education directed at fishermen and sanctions against offenders." The World Wide Fund for Nature (WWF) has commended the move. Fish populations in the area have been hit hard by commercial fishing activities. The creation of a marine reserve is expected to help them to recover.
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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 recommended • 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 ve- hicles 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 entrace 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.
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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Our Scouting Life
By Deb Turner
On December 2nd, the Puerto Peñasco Scouts had their FIRST ANNUAL Box Car Derby on the beach next to The Granada Del Mar Hotel. Our Scouts decorated their cardboard boxes and turned them into fabulous cars and airplanes. We solicited car sponsors and had a great response. Thank you to all our sponsors:
American Home Services Ricky Racer (Rick Turner) Barb’s Dog Rescue Planchado Express Auto Partes America Kuroda D Castaneda Jim and Marion Hook Henry and Karen Stewart Sandy Spain Living Stones Ministry Manny Sanchez Photography The Tequila Factory Ocean View Ministry Marilyn Knox Sonoran Resorts Sue Rome
Thank you to Manny Sanchez for the fantastic photos. Our next adventure? Maybe a stick horse derby in May. Again, on the beach. This time you can sponsor a jockey! For more information about Scouts Contact: Deb Turner at: 638- 386-8645 / 520-906-3096
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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
AMOR MINISTRIES
BUNCO BABES
CEDO CON’T
COORDINACION DE SALUD MUN.
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.
Sandy Spain 388-0857/(044-638) 109-4109 Ladies play Bunco at 3:30pm on the 3rd Wednesday of the month October-June at Giuseppi’s on Blvd. Fremont.
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
AMPI
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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: Maria Ituarte Treasurer: Rebecca Palomino Legal: Ricardo Borquez Secretary/V.P. Communications: Robin Miller Treasurer: Kris Nichols Legal: Ricardo Borquez VP Education: Joseph Toland VP Ethics: John Walz
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For Inquiries, please contact: Luisa Federico, AMPI Administrator email: luisa.ampi51@gmail.com AMPI Phone: 638-382-0439
Al Anon Family Groups. Email to schedule a meeting; Marcia at marsupis@gmail.com
ANTI-GRAFFITI CAMPAIGN
ALCOHOLICS ANONYMOUS
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.
Passport Club Exciting news! we’ve moved to: Offices of Ocean View Ministry 18 Ave. S. Sinaloa same schedule: M.W.F. 10:00 am open AA meeting Contacts: Conrado @ MX cell: 638-109-8017 OVM office @: 480-264-1172 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: Robert Lee Rowe Adjutant: John Stubblefield General Meetings 1st Tuesday 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. NFL Football: Sundays 10:00 a.m. – 10:00 p.m. Telephone Numbers: U.S. (602) 539-2047 Mexico 011-52 (638) 388-8841 Magic Jack (602) 539-2047 ALL VISITORS WELCOME!
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.
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: Guillermo Muñoz Fierro
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.
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 and can aid in the transportation of critical victims. 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, Ken Goodin, Chuck Blair, Marlene Blair Connie Horton, Kelley Adams, Dave Adams, Theresa Orcutt 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.
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.
EL GOLFO RUN Sandra O’Hare Rocky Point Times Newspaper 383-6325 or from U.S. 480-463-6255 rockypointtimes@yahoo.com
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. 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 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.
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
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.
PINACATE BIOSPHERE RESERVE
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 2 blocks east of Lucas Chicken, in the former Villa Granada Hotel. We provide lodging and meals for Missionaries who work on improving/building churches out in the San Rafael Community and other assorted projects. GM Pastor Edgar Cabrera (638) 383-1394. Main Office for (480) 503-8832. Maggie, is bilingual. Volunteers for maintenance/cleaning needed, as well as rice, beans, building supplies/ materials, tools, children art/crafts supplies, canned foods, Spanish bibles, and prayer. Weekend Missions, A.C.-Mexican Non-Profit. Weekend Missions, Inc. USA 501c3.
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 We are a Mexican non-profit organization, hosting large and small mission groups to bring aid and comfort to folks in need. Our office is located on the property of the Granada Del Mar Hotel over-looking the beautiful Sea of Cortez. Our Ministry Community Center Donation Facility; (thrift store) is located on Kino Blvd & Francisco Madero, caddy-corner to 2 Fish Ministerios. Hours of operation: TuesdaySaturday 12pm-5pm...All types of donations are welcome...For detailed information about us visit or WEB site: www.oc3anviewministry.com or Like us on facebook. To schedule a mission group with our exciting ministry making a difference in the community...contact: Conrad Flores, Founder & President Oc3anviewministry@gmail.com
U.S # 480-264-1172 MX Cell # 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.
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.
PROFESSIONAL BUSINESS WOMEN 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: Barbara Olszewski rpbarbo@gmail.com (602) 324-9529 / (638) 114-2406 Marsha Hansen marshansenaz@gmail.com (520) 234-2577 Haley Villalobos haleyvillalobos@gmail.com (638) 104-1515
RED CROSS (CRUZ ROJA) EMERGENCY DIAL 911 OR 060 Business Phone: 383-2266 www.cruzrojapenasco.org.mx
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.
RED HAT LADIES LUNCHEON
SANTIAGO RUIZ SALCIDO ASSOCIATION
Brenda Barden: (638) 382-8611 The Puerto Peñasco Chapter gets together on the last Monday of the month at 1PM (Oct.-June) to have lunch and show off their “red hats and purple dresses”. All ladies welcome. Call for reservations or info.
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.
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
SOUTH OF THE BORDER SINGLES South of the Border Singles (SOB’s) meets every Wednesday at 4:00PM at Playa Bonita Restaurant for cocktails/dinner. Monthly business meetings first Wednesday at 5:30PM at Playa Bonita. Sunday 9AM gather for weekly 9:30AM breakfast at various RP restaurants. Other fun events, short trips, parties throughout the year. All singles welcome! Local contact: Robert Adams at Playa Bonita RV Park adibob@prodigy.net.mx, local 382-5034 or Magic Jack (602) 449-1030 or Jean McCauley at Las Conchas; jeanmcc61@gmail. com Mexican cell phone is (044-638) 386-9774 or Magic Jack is (520) 303-4332.
2 FISH MINISTERIOS Founder: Pastor Stan Tedrow Peñasco Christian Fellowship
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.
ROTARY CLUB PUERTO PEÑASCO MAR DE CORTÉS Meet on Wednesdays at 8:00AM in Don Julio’s restaurant at the Old Port (Malecón). Email julio_cesarvalenzuela@hotmail.com.
SOUTH OF THE BORDER GROUP AA Passport Club We’ve moved to: Offices of Ocean View Ministry 18 Ave. S. Sinaloa M.W.F. 10:00 am Open AA meeting Contacts: Conrado @ MX cell: 638-109-8017 OVM office @: 480-264-1172 Marcia @ marsupis@gmail.com
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.
SANTA CLAUS CLUB 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.
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.
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
WEEKEND MISSIONS
323 Leon de La Barra and Madero (in the old Hotel Villa Granada) 383-1394/(480) 626-5440/(480) 503-8832 Founders: Mark, Jerry and Rusty
WOMEN’S SHELTER Centro de Rehabilitación para Mujeres La Esperanza A.C. Directora: Hna. Ana Krause: 044-638-102-0869 anaycruz@live.com From Blvd. Samuel Ocaña, turn north at sign on Pto. Ensenada. Go 10 blocks and the 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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Padre Francisco Eusebio Kino S.J. August 10, 1644 – March 15, 1711
By Rosarie Salerno
Within 50 years of Columbus’s discovery of the Americas, Spanish Conquistadors overpowered the Native people and their lands. After their conquest, Spain’s aim was to make taxpaying citizens out of the indigenous people through religious conversion to Christianity. The Jesuit priests were sent initially, to establish the Mission System. Francisco Eusebio Kino joined the order of the Society of Jesus in November of 1665 after recovering from a serious illness. Among his many talents he was an expert mathematician, cartographer, and astronomer. Father Kino arrived in Sonora in 1687 to work with the Pima Indians. He quickly established the first Catholic Church. Roads, which are still evident today, were built, over which he rode on horseback, over 50,000 square miles, opening the overland route to California. His travels included the Mexican states of Sinaloa and Sonora and the vast area called Pimeria Alta, known today as Arizona. He was the first to deduce that Lower California was a peninsula and not an island. Contributed to him are twenty seven missions and nineteen rancheras . Some of his missions include: • 1689 - San Diego del Pitiquito, outside of Caborca, Sonora, Mexico, • 1691 - San Cayetano de Tumacacori, south of Tucson, Arizona • 1692 - San Xavier del Bac, which is still standing and functioning as a full time church in Tucson, Arizona • 1692 – San Cosme y Damian de Tucson • 1693 – Nuestra Senora de Loreto y San Marcelo de Sonoyta, just below the boarder at Lukeville, Arizona • 1693 – La Purisima Concepcion de Nuestra Sonora de Caborca, Caborca, Sonora, Mexico
Kino was also important in the economic growth of Sonora, teaching the Indians the basics of farming and cattle ranching. Sonoran beef is known for its fine quality and is currently exported to the USA. Father Kino worked among his missions until his death in Magdalena de Kino, Sonora, Mexico. In Magdalena, just a few miles south of Nogales, his body was discovered in 1966. His remains were left in situ where they may be currently viewed by the public. The city created a plaza in his honor that was dedicated by the Mexican President Luis Echeverria in 1970. At this time, there are statues of Padre Kino in Magdalena, Sonora, Mexico; at the United States Capitol’s National Statuary Hall, USA; another in Hermosillo, Sonora, Mexico; in Phoenix, Arizona across from the State Capitol Building; there is one standing high above Kino Parkway in Tucson, Arizona, and another one honoring him in Segno, Italy, the city of his birth. Father Kino is remembered for his diligent efforts in fighting for the Sonoran Indians, opposing the hard labor in the silver mines that the Spaniards had imposed on them. He is also remembered as a man of peace, cooperation, and a man of justice and mercy. There are the towns of Bahia Kino (Kino Bay) and Magdalena de Kino in the state of Sonora, Mexico named in his honor. Here in Puerto Peñasco there is a street named after him, Blvd. Kino. And let’s not forget Mexico’s best known table wine, Padre Kino, available at local stores. You can also rent movies from Netflix; The Father Kino Story and Kino: The Legend of the Black Priest. Thank you, Father Kino, for all you have done.
For all your Real Estate needs, Bank Trusts and FM3s please contact me.
Rosarie Salerno, Mexican Beach Developers, Puerto Peñasco rosariesalerno@hotmail.com cell (044 638) 384-7145, (638) 383-8417 or (520) 777-0018
Humble Pie By Rob Baylor
As a contributing writer for this news paper I have been fortunate to hear from several people that they enjoy my stories. When people here are introduced to me they say “you are that writer for the news letter”. It makes me feel real humble. You will hear more about that later in this story. I know that this is redundant because I have said it in many of my stories so bear with me. We have been here for seven years fulltime and when we moved here I got to wondering what I was going to do. In Montana sitting around a campfire I would have a few libations and start telling stories of my past. My friends (I think), would say “you should write a book. You’ve had so many experiences”. Sitting on my patio at night, I got out a pencil and paper and made an outline, because my English teacher said that was how to start an essay. I started thinking about the humorous stuff that had happened to me. Humorous because readers need humor in their lives, not the negative things they see on television. There were shootings here and there, robberies, and assaults, and so on. I have contributed about forty stories, maybe more and I decided that I would put them all together into a book and get it published. I looked on
Google to find out how to do this and got my answer. I emailed one of the places and got an immediate answer back. We will do this and that for you and your book will be circulated worldwide and it will only cost you fifteen hundred dollars up front. Boy I would have to sell a lot of books to recover that! So back to Google and tried it again. Same thing, but it says “publish your book for free”. Not. They wanted money up front too. I don’t know if anyone wants to read my stories. That’s a lot of money to gamble. So I tried again and found Amazon Kindle. And they have so far lived up to that promises. I got my stories all ready, designed my own cover, uploaded it all off my laptop and guess what. They said they are not accepting any short stories at this time and my cover wasn’t acceptable. So back to my wife who is my editor and my Granddaughter in Colorado who designs websites and Bingo! We are going again. We changed the format from short stories to more of a whole story and my granddaughter found a perfect place on the internet that I could download a picture that she found that fit my theme, only I had to buy the rights to it. So I did. Now we are almost ready to send it in. Amazon states it will go worldwide in the proper language, and they will format it to size. It will be called “Hold on Don’t Let Go”. Look for it, and read it. Who knows you might like it. This brings us back to the title of this story. I am very, very humble because of your encouragement to do this book that has brought me to this point in my life. I thank you from the bottom of my heart.
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Chef Mickey’s Recipe Hello 2018 and Hello Rocky Point I hope you`ve had an amazing Christmas and New Year`s Eve. I wish you all an amazing 2018 with lots of love and food for this cold weather what about a hot creamy roasted mushroom and brie soup.
Mushroom and Brie Soup • 4 servings • 2 cloves garlic, diced • 1 ½ lbs mushrooms • 1 onion diced • 1 tsp thyme • 4 cups vegetable broth • 2 tbsp flour • ½ cup white wine • salt & pepper • 1 tbsp oil
cook until tender, about 7 minutes Add the garlic and thyme and cook about one minute.
• 4 oz brie
Add the flour and cook for 2 minutes
• 2 tbsp butter
Add the wine and deglaze the pan
• ½ cup heavy cream
Add the broth and mushrooms, bring
Toss the mushrooms in the oil, place on a baking sheet and roast them in a preheated 400 f oven until caramelize. Meanwhile melt the butter in a pan over medium heat, add the onions and
to a boil, reduce the heat and simmer for 10 minutes. Add the heavy cream and brie, let the brie melt, and season with salt and pepper to taste.
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Winter Fishing By Vince Deadmond
While winter fishing in Puerto Peñasco is not as good as spring, summer, or fall fishing, it’s better than no fishing, and you don’t need an ice auger to get started. There are plenty of warm sunny days where it’s good to be on the Sea of Cortez. You are outdoors and able to observe some really neat things - dolphins, whales, sea lions and a variety of birds. When the water temperatures get into the low 60’s the fish bite slows down. Your expectations of a good fishing day should be scaled back. I generally don’t get skunked, but it can happen while winter fishing. I usually am fly fishing in 3- to 6-foot deep water, that’s generally where I find fish. I usually bounce Clousers and Gotcha’s on the bottom, then speed up my retrieve where I am not getting hung up on the bottom. I will fish deeper and slower during the winter months. Trigger, Cabrilla, Grouper all like rock and coral structure to hide in. Flounder, Bone Fish like sandy bottom areas, and I have caught Sierra Mackerel where the stronger currents are. Vary your retrieve. Some days fish want it fast as you can strip it in, and other days they only want to take it on a pause. The only time I wear waders is on a cold windy day. Generally fishing from my pontoon boat I only get my feet and ankles wet. A word of advice for new fly fishers is to go find fish, don’t stay in the same spot if you are not catching fish. Observe the structure at low tide, then come back at high tide and fish the holes, big rocks, channels, and any structure changes where fish may be hiding. If you are getting bit off it’s probably Sierra Mackerel, or Barracuda. It’s a good idea to have some heavier bite tippet for those occasions if you want to land those fish. I suggest
30-40 pound fluorocarbon to tie your fly on with. I usually use 15-20 pound fluorocarbon tippet. These saltwater fish are aggressive and don’t seem to be leader shy. One of the biggest problems with winter fishing is winter storms. Be ready to try a new area that is out of the wind. Sometimes the estuaries will shelter you from the wind and big waves, if the wind is coming from the south you may want to fish Cholla Bay. I have fished the jetty where one side would be calm and the other side would be too rough to fish. You may need to go look at the water to determine if it safe to launch your pontoon boat. I have fished from shore on windy days and found fish in close, and sometimes it’s better to go read a book, or seek shelter at Capone’s, Latitude 31, or South Side Jillz. During a recent weekend trip, the seas were calm, very little wind, and the fish were cooperative. Most of the fish were released, but I kept enough for a fish meal with friends at the Playa de Oro Trailer Park. A little melted butter, chardonnay, and lemon juice over the filets made them quite tasty. Fish meals taste better when you have really fresh fish. Vince Deadmond The Fly Fishing Hardware Guy can be reached at Best True Value Hardware 237 N Apache Trail, Apache Junction, AZ vince@ajbest.com or 480 982 7461.
Vince Deadmond the Fly Fishing Hardware Guy can be reached at Best True Value Hardware 237 N Apache Trail Apache Junction, AZ vince@ajbest.com and at 480 982 7461.
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In the Middle of the Night
Some say the most important discoveries are made while everyone else is sleeping. I don’t make important discoveries, but I do write most of my articles when I can’t sleep. I also make a lot of mistakes and that is why my wife has to check and edit. Sometimes I am under the gun and I slip one by her.
them. Vietnam veterans exposed to Agent Orange, spraying weeds in a garden or contaminants at work. All of these are suspects. I have for the last thirty years taken several different medicines at different tame the effects down. Some worked a little for awhile and then I would have to start all over because I would build up a tolerance and they wouldn’t help anymore. Most have to be taken
I have Restless Leg Syndrome, otherwise known as RLS. Mine started about fifty years ago. The family Dr explained it to me saying there was no cure for it, just live with it. I have for the last thirty years taken several different medicines at different doses trying to. The Dr.’s don’t know the exact cause of it but they believe it is a lack of Dopamine, a hormone produced in the brain and delivered to different parts of the body by the nerves. The ones I am talking about are the Peripheral nerves that go to your arms and legs. When these nerves are damaged the hormones don’t get where they are needed and your body protests. It could be by trauma or birth (hereditary). The environment also has an effect on
up to and not limited to an hour before bedtime. Then they might work for awhile and I wake at one am jumping all over and have to get up. That is why I am visiting with you now at three am. I have been diagnosed with Peripheral Neuropathy which means my nerves are damaged. I have learned that I am not alone in this condition. A lot of people have it. I served in Vietnam in the sixties. Did that cause this? I don’t know. Some people I have talked to with this condition don’t realize that there are drugs out there that help some. Don’t torture your bed partner, go see a Dr and get some. They are not a fix all but they help. I am going back to bed now and give it a shot. Good night.
By Rob Baylor
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Rocky Point Hosts 2017 Arizona-Mexico Commission
The Arizona-Mexico Commission (AMC) is Arizona's premier cross-border nonprofit organization. Their mission is to improve the economic prosperity and quality of life for all Arizonans through strong, public and private collaborations with Sonora, Mexico in advocacy, trade, networking, and information. The AMC has 14 binational committees that act as industry and community advocates in partnership with the Commission SonoraArizona (its Sonoran counterpart) to facilitate cross-border trade, networking and binational information sharing. Through their work and support of the Governor's policy priorities, both Arizona and the U.S. economy, as well as Sonora, Mexico benefit from enhanced binational trade and an open relationship with Sonora's public and private sectors. The Comisión Sonora-Arizona (CSA) and Arizona-Mexico Commission's (AMC) annual meeting in Sonora is the binational event where Sonora showcases and celebrates the best of the Sonora and Arizona relationship. Top level business leaders and policy makers gathered under the leadership of Sonora Governor Claudia Pavlovich and Arizona Governor Doug Ducey to promote a strong, cooperative binational relationship. The event consisted of distinguished speaker panels ranging in topics from cross-border business to industry innovation. In addition, the CSA, in partnership with the AMC, hosted fifteen binational committee meetings with business and government leaders to develop initiatives promoting trade and cross-border information sharing. As a result, the event impacts Arizona and the U.S. and Mexico region. Participants shared a common desire to serve as international ambassadors to promote Arizona-Mexico cross-border commerce. Attendees included the Honorable Doug Ducey, Governor of Arizona, the Honorable Claudia Pavlovich, Governor of Sonora, and public and private sector business leaders,
policy makers, and community leaders from Arizona and Sonora. Some featured topics covered were: NAFTA: Challenges and Opportunities for border states, Regional Strategies Around the World, Tourism Industry Development and Market Diversification, A New Era in the MEX-US-CAN relationship, Infrastructure as a Catalyst to Competitiveness in the Megaregion, and Comisión Sonora-Arizona and Arizona-Mexico Commission Plenary Session. Keynote Speakers: • The Hon. Doug Ducey • Governor of the State of Arizona • The Hon. Claudia Pavlovich • Governor of the State of Sonora • José Antonio Meade Kuribreña • Secretary of Finance and Public Credit, Mexico's Ministry of Finance and Public Credit • Enrique de la Madrid • Secretary of Tourism, Secretariat of Tourism of Mexico • Bosco de la Vega Valladolid • President, National Agricultural Council • Juan Pablo Castañon • President, Business Coordinating Council • Fernando Valenzuela. Former Pitcher for the Los Angeles Dodgers, Major League Baseball Player • Paulo Carreño King • General Director, ProMéxico Set in motion in 1959 by then Governor Paul J. Fannin, who stated, "God made us neighbors, let us be good neighbors," the Arizona-Mexico Commission has evolved considerably over its 58 years. Their vision of improving the quality of life in the region continues to drive their efforts in promoting a strong, cooperative relationship with Mexico; facilitating the movement of goods, people, and encouraging enhanced security and policies that foster sustainable development.
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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Local Realtor Association Receives National Recognition
By Kris Nichols
Association of Realtors). AMPI is a nongovernmental, non-profit association that
AMPI Chapter #51 Puerto Peñasco,
has been built through its history, by the
Sonora Mexico has been recognized for
vision of its different Members, Advisors
two years in a row; 2016 and 2017, by the
and Boards, with the single focus of
National AMPI Real Estate Association in
benefiting and professionalizing the Real
Mexico with two awards for being one of
Estate Industry in the country.
the largest growing chapters in Mexico.
In
Puerto
Peñasco/Rocky
Point,
This award has been received by only
licensed real estate agents wanting to
a few chapters in the past. AMPI #51
maintain good standings in this astute
Board and Membership is committed to
organization attend scheduled classes
bringing a higher level of professionalism
for continuing education, including a
and best practices to the legal process for
mandatory Ethics class every year.
buying and selling real estate in Puerto Peñasco, Mexico.
These continuing educational courses are provided to improve the knowledge
Rommel Bustamante, President of the
and skills of our members. AMPI shall
AMPI #51 Chapter for 5 years has worked
look to obtain the state certification to
diligently with the other members to
apply these educational training courses
make this association grow to where it is
for Sonora Diplomado licensing renewal
today and is committed to being a positive
requirements. AMPI is coordinated with
impact on our community.
Sonora State Authorities to facilitate the
AMPI stands for Asociación Mexicana
enrollment to the Diplomado licensing
de Profesionales Inmobiliarios, A.C., you
classes for new agents or other approved
could say is the Mexican NAR (National
programs.
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Lukeville Border Crossing Will Soon Have SENTRI Lane
Everyone who has crossed from Rocky Point back into the USA on a Sunday after a busy weekend knows all too well the pain of waiting in line for an hour, or two, or even longer before continuing the trip home, turning an easy 4 hour drive into a "now we have to stop for lunch" kind of drive. Still well worth the trouble to visit Rocky Point, but soon there will be another option available - a dedicated SENTRI lane. What is a SENTRI lane? SENTRI stands for Secure Electronic Network for Travelers Rapid Inspection, and it is a U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) program that allows expedited clearance for pre-approved, low-risk travelers through the border checkpoints. Participants may enter the United States by using a dedicated primary lane into the United States at participating Southern land border ports. How do I get a SENTRI card? It's easy. Just follow these steps: Create a Trusted Traveler Program (TTP) System account. Regardless of your age, you must have your own TTP account. Log in to your TTP account and complete the application. A nonrefundable fee is required with each completed application. After accepting your completed application and fee, CBP will review your application. If your application is conditionally approved, then your TTP account will instruct you to schedule an interview at a SENTRI Enrollment Center. Each applicant must schedule a separate interview.
You will need to bring your valid passport(s) and one other form of identification, such as a driver's license or ID card to the interview. If you are a lawful permanent resident, you must present your permanent resident card. Also, required are vehicle registration and evidence of United States automobile insurance by a company authorized to write automobile insurance in the United States. Where is are SENTRI Enrollment Centers in AZ located? OK, so not terribly convenient locations for those living in Phoenix or Tucson, but very likely worth the trip, considering all of the time you'll save in future trips crossing the border. Douglas, Arizona Enrollment Center 1012 G Avenue Suite 107 Contact Information: (520) 417-7440 Nogales, Arizona Enrollment Center 9 N. Grand Avenue Contact Information: (520) 375-5801 San Luis, Arizona Enrollment Center 1375 South Avenue E. Contact Information: (928) 722-6801 The City of Sonoyta is also adding a lane of traffic so that the line doesn't stretch so far back from the border and there is talk of adding more inspection stations in the near future as well. Of course, as we all know, having a lot of stations doesn't mean much unless there are Customs Agents working those stations. But, hopefully, adding Agents is part of the plan as well. In any case, this will be a definite improvement and should really help save time for frequent visitors to Rocky Point.
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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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 Mario for an appointment (011-52-638) 3833434. (#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) 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) PUERTA PRIVADA LONG TERM LEASE 2 OR 3 bdrm condos for long term lease only. Furnished or unfurnished available. Visit model on site 9am to 5pm daily for more info. (#100-42) 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) WANT TO TRADE - SPRING TURKEY HUNT or WEEK VACATION ON RANCH IN NORTHWEST NEBRASKA - for a BEACH HOUSE (at least 2 BR, 2 BA) in LAS CONCHAS or somewhere near Rocky Point Dec. 23rd - DEC 29th, 2016www. downhomeranchhouse.com for details of house & ranch - 602-6205755 or sandyhamaker@hotmail. com. (#100-ND)
SIX BEAUTIFUL SEAVIEW CONDOS - for rent, each sleeps 6, furnished. Weekend/Weekly, group rates. Kayak usage, peaceful Cholla estuary. $250dlls per night. Call (044-638) 384-3392. Inspect any time. (#HC-1) 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) PLAYA DORADA – $229K Close to International Airpot. Beachfront, large 2bd, 2ba. Private parking, security. HOA and electric. Call PABLO REALTY (602) 288-8687. Local 383-8657. Email pablorealty@ hotmail.com (#102-PR) 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) 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 PET SITTING SERVICE – DON’T WORRY about your animals for a day, week or month! Vacation with peace of mind. I will look after your cats or dogs. Lots of experience with animals! Phone Nancy at (011-52-638) 383-1012. (#157-21) SATELLITE TV – Sales, service & installation. Residential & Commercial (638) 103-5317 Mex Cel. (602) 635-2246 Vonage. (#157-2) ROCKY POINT HOME INSPECTIONS – Inspections by US inspector 25+years in Real Estate, Homes and Condos. Be a smart investor 602-538-0027 tomthomas360@gmail.com. (#157-1) BRENDA LEE DESIGN – Customized Interiors, window treatments. Cel (602) 909-9146. www.brendaleedesign.com. (#157-5) FAST, RELIABLE INTERNET ACCESS! – We sell, install and service Internet access via Satellite. Download speeds up to 25 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 (#157-6) 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)
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ADVERTISERINDEX & PHONENUMBERS DIALING INSTRUCTIONS from the U.S., Canada and Mexico
ALSO SEE OUR GENERAL INFO. PAGES FOR MORE INFO.
(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.
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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
E
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
Ecofun Rentals.........................................388-9699 Eddie Wharez.....................383-8633/602-324-9328 Empanadas La Argentina.......................(622) 157-1914
dial 01 + area code + 7-digit number
Family of God Medical Clinics................(638) 383-3480 or...................................................(480) 812-5200 Farmacias De Descuento..............383-3131/388-8280 Fish.............................................044-638-110-7137 Five Senses Spa...................................638-112-1652 Fit Vida Bistro.............................................383-1992 Fortaleza del Sol........................044-638-110-9519 Francis, Jonni..............................044-638-112-1197 Frenchy’s.......................................044-638-690-1472 Friendly Dolphin.......................................383-2608
CALLING WITHIN MEXICO
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.
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A bit of Shangrila RV........................480-225-6546 Ajo Chamber of Commerce.....................520-387-7742 Ajo Plaza..............................................520-387-5044 Ajo Print Shop......................................520-387-6858 Ajo Satellite Sales..............................520-387-4846 Alejandra Valenzuela Attorney........044-638-102-1248 ..................................................U.S. (520) 505-7808 Aleman, Victor................................044-638-105-7839 Amazon Window Covering.....................623-925-8199 American Legion...........................................388-8841 Aqua Grande Towing.............383-5770/(520) 232-2149 Animal Adoption Center.......................638-383-1012 ............................................................(602) 412-3932 Arizona Realty........................................520-387-8787 Armando Handyman..........................(638) 113-5502 Art Stop & Plaza Gallery............................520-387-6858
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
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Candy Cake.........................................638-383-2673 Canvas................................................638-383-1161 Capone's Seafood & Pizzeria..................(638) 388-6737 Chef Mickey's Place...........................(638) 388-9500 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 CIMA...........................................................383-1854 Círculo B...........................................638-382-8512 Coldwell Banker by the Sea...388-8999/602-425-5133 Colins Cantina...............................................382-8020 Clippers Barber Shop............................(638) 100-0982
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Galeria del Mar Bermejo...........................383-3488 Galeria Luis y Gaby.......................................383-7174 Georgina Ross.......................................638-388-5322 .............................................................(520) 265-3789 German Brats..............................044-638-110-4970 German Osorio Studio...........................(520) 401-6570 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
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Hacienda del Sol Furniture......388-0545/602-903-2112 Head Out to Rocky Point Shuttle Ser vice U.S. Toll Free.............866-443-2368/602-971-0166 Hotel Viña del Mar................................383-0100 or.....................................................602-606-7768 U.S. Toll Free...........................01-800-560-2123
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Imagen Oral..................................................388-7953 InnSuites Hotels and Suites U.S. Toll Free......................................888-INNSUITES INTERCAM..............................................388-1191 International Insurance....................623-551-8501 JJ’s Cantina...................................................383-2785 John Hibbert Realty Ex...........................638-380-5112 John Witt Realty Ex.................................623-523-2180 Joyeria Max...........................................388-5512 Kaffeehaus.............................................388-1065 Kilombo.................................................638-388-5339 Kord’s Auto Care...............................520-387-6962 Kyle Wood..............................................480-297-8079
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La Casa del Capitan Restaurant....................383-5698 Tony’s Cafe.........................................638-690-1589 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 Little Italy Pizza..................................(928) 683-2221 Living Stones Ministry...........................480-243-8452 Lourdes Rivera..........................044-638-380-3366
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Made in Puerto Peñasco................044-638-380-8233 Mar de Cortez Rentals....................................388-8747 Mare Blu Ristorante.......................................383-0605 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 Memo Green Maintenance..................(638) 105-9311 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 Miguel Nuñez Handyman.................(638) 109-3363 Mirsa Tile........................................638-383-6770 Muebles Coloniales....................................383-6670 Muebles Imperiales......................................383-6480 or.......................................................714-395-4117
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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 Oyster House....................................(638) 382-5443
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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 Petals & Perfums.....................................383-5758 Pink Cadillac........................................383-5880 Pizarrro, Rita..............388-8030/044-638-386-5203 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 Pro Services...............383-6161/044-638-113-0446 Puerta Privada......................383-1020/480-445-9200
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Real Consulting.....................................638-383-3546 .......................................................U.S. 602-412-3598 Realty Executives...........................602-283-9800 or.................................................638-388-1295 Reincom..........................................638-102-0065 Repeat Performance.........................520-387-4948 Rey del Mar................................................383-5490 Richard Savino................................638-380-4272 or......................................................480-707-3822 Rocky Point Best Real Estate..................480-478-4784 Rocky Point Calendar..................see Mexican Vistas Rocky Point Chiropractic..................044-638-386-1306 or.............................................U.S. Cell 480-263-3242 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
S Salerno, Rosarie..........383-8417/044-638-384-7145 or.......................................................520-777-0018 Sanborns Insurance........U.S. Toll Free 800-222-0158 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 Seaside Window Coverings.........................383-5181 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 Skullz............................................................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, 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 Tommy Thomas Home Inspections..044-638-110-4728 or.........................................................602-748-4134 Tony’s Cafe...............................044-638-690-1589 Tourist Assistance Unit..................................382-8413 Towing Aqua Grande..(638) 383-5770 / (520) 232-2149 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 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 Yolanda Silva Insurance................................383-6280 ZaGas.......................................................383-8100 Zuquin Restaurant........................................383-3250 Zuq Deli & Salads.........................................388-5050
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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
RESTAURANTS that DELIVER Benny’s Pizza 383-6001 7 days, 11am-10pm Cheiky’s Pizza 383-3627, Closed Wed. Cocina Express 383-8358 Mon.-Sat. 10am-8pm Sun. 12pm-7pm Domino’s Pizza 383-3838 7 days 10am-8pm El Condor Pizza 388-5383 7 days, 12pm-10pm FEDE’S 383-3419 (044-638) 100-5834 12pm-5pm, Closed Sun.
Figaros Pizza 383-8181 Fit Vida Bistro 383-1992 Jungle Juice (638) 107-1869 Sushi Sun 383-2772 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
EVENTS CALENDAR JANUARY 2018 CHECK OUR FACEBOOK PAGE FOR THE LATEST EVENTS! Monday 1st • HAPPY NEW YEAR 2018!! Saturday 6th • RCPM JANUARY JAM X @ JJ’s Cantina 7PM Roger Clyne & The Peacemakers + The Jons, with Walt Richardson & Friends. Shawn Johnson & Jason Johnson.
Pet Friendly
Friday 12th • Mermaid's Market 11AM to 3PM at Shrimp Plaza on Blvd. Benito Juarez.
If you would like to bring your pet with you to Rocky Point, here are a few places you both will be welcome.
Saturday 20th • Mermaid's Market 11AM to 3PM at Shrimp Plaza on Blvd. Benito Juarez.
HOTELS
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)
FEBRUARY 2018 Friday 2nd • HAPPY NEW YEAR 2018!! • Rocky Point Balloon Festival Saturday 3rd • Fish Bowl Festival - Annual Rotary Fundraiser. 10AM - 4PM at Shrimp Park (Blvd. Benito Juarez & Fremont) • Rocky Point Balloon Festival • Mermaid's Market 11AM to 3PM at Shrimp Plaza on Blvd. Benito Juarez Sunday 4th • Rocky Point Balloon Festival Saturday 17th • Mermaid's Market 11AM to 3PM at Shrimp Plaza on Blvd. Benito Juarez • CBSC Golf Tournament at Las Palomas MARCH 2018
APRIL 2018
Friday 20th • 23rd CBSC Fishing Derby
MONDAYS 10AM Alcoholics Anonymous meets (English) (See Pg. 42). 12PM Horseshoe tournament at South Side Jillz, open to anyone who cares to play, and with happy hour prices! 1PM Horseshoe Tournament at South Side Jillz. Every Monday. 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 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 382-0113 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. After each game, a shooter number is called, if you have this number you get a “shooter” of tequila or ?? 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 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. 5PM-7PM Ladies Day at South Side Jillz, music, games and a “surprise” for all, happy hour prices and a good selection of wine. 2PM - Powerball Bingo at the American Legion Post MX 15. 2pm. Cost $7 dlls for 6 games. FRIDAYS 8AM Alcoholics Anonymous “Freebirds” newcomers/book study meeting. Call 382-5001 for more info (See Pg. 42). PINK CADILLAC - swim up bar, open Wed. thru Sun. 2PM till close. Burgers, pizza and more during the summer months. 7PM Eight Ball Tournament at South Side Jillz for the Pool players, double elimination, blind draw. 8PM - Pool Tournament at South Side Jillz. Every Friday. Mah Jongg - noon at Latitude 31• Restaurant. Contact Beverly (638) 388-7766 or (505) 565-5138 for more info. 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.
Saturday 3rd • CBSC Game Night
Tuesday 17th • CBSC Horseshoue Tournament Cornhole Tournament in Cholla Bay
EVERYDAY Al Anon Family Groups. Email to schedule a meeting; Marcia at marsupis@gmail.com. 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.
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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. Experience worship with both American & Mexican Christians! Phone: (011-52-638) 3834513. San Jose Mission Church- in Cholla Bay. Bilingual Catholic Mass. At 8am every Sunday. All our welcome.
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BARB’S DOG RESCUE NEWSLETTER “Help Us Help Them”
By Barbara Olszewski
In rapid fire Spanish, a man stopped me on the side of the road where I feed a feral population of dogs, with the rescue’s support, and he asked me a question. He was clearly animated, and I struggled to understand the Spanish words, but finally, the word “dogs” came through. The dog rescue? Barb’s? “Yes!” I answered. “I do live next to the rescue! I’m a volunteer there! How can I help you?” He enthusiastically nodded his head and turned back toward his car. Reaching into the open back window he pulled out a tiny, filthy, black and white spotted puppy by one hind leg. Sensing my shock at what was unfolding in front of me, he thrust the little one into my arms and, in English, stated firmly “Thank you.” Before I could even form a sentence in response, he was driving away.
What? Just? Happened?
As is often the case, this small bundle of dog was accepted into the rescue immediately. He was covered in ticks and dirt and emotionally very shut down. He quietly, without argument, lay in my son’s arms while Ethan painstakingly picked each tick off him. He received a bath and some medicine for ticks and a meal where he ate his fill. He was given a soft bed and he slept quietly, undisturbed, for a long time. “Bug” is what he came to be called and he received
love and support in his healing from every direction, as all the dogs and puppies here do. He was placed in the proper area and checked on him throughout the day. Our volunteer groomer, Liz, lovingly bathed him to ensure that all ticks were removed, while our volunteer vet Helene monitored his health. Our morning volunteer Cindy made sure that Bug was receiving love while organizing the office and storeroom. Our army of evening volunteers, George, Brooke, Oscar, Ethan, Cathy, Bob, Bo and Linda, each made sure that healing was happening, all while participating in the nighttime feeding of 200+ dogs. Dee, Barb’s sister, and relentlessly committed volunteer, made sure medicine was doled out in proper amounts, as she does with all dogs, while Marisol shared his story on Facebook. This is the story of one dog, but this is also the story of over a thousand dogs placed in loving homes this year with the collective, loving, massive movement that is called “Barb’s Dog Rescue.” Our volunteers on the ground in Rocky Point, as well as the beautiful, generous and faithful support of those all around the country, make this possible. The donations of dog food to shopping with smile.amazon. com to monetary donations make this all possible. YOU, dear supporters, make this possible and we want wish you Joy and Heartfelt Love in this holiday season with the knowledge that each safe dog you’ve helped support carries your love with him all the days of his life.
Please visit us online http://www.facebook.com/BarbsDogRescue or our website www.BarbsDogRescueRP.com Barb’s Mexico cell # (638) 114-1659 or her US # (602) 774-1578. Email barbsdogrescue@gmail.com. We can pick up donations in the US and Puerto Peñasco.
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Happy New Year and Welcome to Rocky Point in 2018! Some Points About Paradise for Visitors to Ponder
By Gretchen Ellinger Many visitors to foreign countries think of the fun they plan to have, but forget to consider the fact that their visits make them ambassadors for their home countries. There is a common misconception that anything goes in Mexico, while the truth is that if something is not okay in the USA, it is definitely not okay here! While Rocky Point is the beach vacation destination for hundreds of thousands of visitors every year, it is home to around 65,000 people, all of whom want a safe and healthy environment in which to live, work and raise their children. The behavior of visitors leaves a lasting impression that affects the people who live here. Making a good impression, that is being an ambassador for the USA, Canada, and other countries, while vacationing in Paradise, is easy and fun, if you know a few simple things. Remember that the national language in Mexico is Spanish! Many Americans believe that Mexicans and other foreigners coming to the USA should learn English. Then those same Americans come to Mexico and complain when the Mexicans don’t speak English. Hello! We are guests in Mexico! Visitors who learn a bit of Spanish show respect for the local people, are much appreciated by them, and have more fun. But don’t worry - the local people will bend over backward to accommodate you even if you speak not a word of Spanish, and you will get along fine. One last word about language: even if they don’t speak English, virtually everyone everywhere recognizes the F-bomb, and feel disrespected when they hear it. If you wouldn’t say it in front of your mom, you shouldn’t say it while on vacation in Mexico! A common myth is that you do not need to tip in Mexico. Be aware that wait staff in a restaurant will not present a bill until it is requested; presenting a bill is tantamount to asking you to leave before you are ready, something that the very polite Mexicans would not do. You must ask your wait person for the bill - la cuenta, por favor - when you are ready to pay. Wait staff in restaurants
work long hours, are friendly and helpful, and often serve thoughtless visitors with bad manners. Wages are very low in Mexico, and tips help the wait staff to feed their families, so remember to reward good service with a generous tip. If you go to the market, please tip the person who bags your groceries. The grocery baggers are not paid salaries; tips are their only pay. Also tip those folks who pump your gas - they are government employees, and you would probably not be willing to work for the money they are paid. Regardless of where you are tipping, please do so in pesos, or if you are tipping in US cash, please give bills - your nickels, dimes and quarters cannot be spent in Mexico. Tipping 4 quarters is NOT the same as tipping a $1 bill. As a foreigner, you are on display when you are in a foreign country, and your dress announces your values before you speak a word. If you are going to a bar on the beach, beachwear is perfect. If you are going to a nice restaurant - the tablecloth and cloth napkins kind of restaurant - you will want to dress it up a bit. Appropriate attire is a silent indicator of respect, and you may find that your service improves when you trade the beach duds for something dressier. Men should expect to wear shirts in public places, except on the beach, and women should change out of beachwear if going shopping or sight-seeing. Bathing suits are not okay away from beaches or pools, and shorts are not okay for visiting or attending local churches. One of the joys of a visit to Puerto Peñasco is shopping. Along with souvenirs, beautiful handmade treasures from all over Mexico can be found in local stores and markets. Large currency such as $50 and $100 bills are hard to exchange, so bring $5’s, $10’s and $20’s with you. Haggling over prices in tourist shops is often acceptable and can be fun, although some stores have non-negotiable prices marked on their wares. If you are unsure, ask the proprietor if prices are negotiable. If so, the fun begins - decide how much you will pay, offer that amount, and if the vendor meets your price, pay it and thank him. Or you might ask for the best price, and if you don’t agree, tell him how much you will pay, and go from there. NEVER laugh at his price, even if it is outrageous, just calmly tell him how much you want to pay. And do NOT bargain for something you do not intend to purchase.
Once you have agreed upon a price for your treasure, pay with the smallest bills possible, and thank the vendor. There is no driver education in Puerto Peñasco schools, and many drivers are selftaught, or taught by their neighbors who are self-taught. I guarantee you will see a crazy traffic maneuver every time you drive around town; using turn signals seems to be optional, turning left from the right lane, running stop signs, puttering along at slow then stepping up to fast in order to beat a changing traffic signal are all common. Practice reading the minds of other drivers, and expect the unexpected in town and on the highways as well. The police do an interesting thing that gets me every time: they drive around town with their red and blue lights flashing. My habit is to feel panicky even though I know I have done nothing wrong, and pull to the right, then they pass me, go on, and I breathe a great sigh of relief. Driving defensively is always wise, but here in Paradise, double defensive driving is a must. Probably 90% of the troubles in which tourists find themselves are alcohol-related. It has been said that bad behavior increases exponentially with alcohol consumption, and it is no secret that alcohol does not mix with driving, swimming, boating, riding off-road vehicles, jet skiing, and on and on. In addition, because of the dangers of dehydration, sunburn and impaired judgement even beach bunnies should consume alcohol with care, and with lots of water. Many experts suggest a 20-ounce glass of water for every beer or mixed drink in order to counter the effects of the alcohol. Sunburn, illness, hangovers, and accidents are not fun, but the worst of all is a trip to the local jail. Actually, one thing is worse, and that is a trip to a local hospital followed by a hangover in the local jail. Rarely do people who have not been drinking find themselves in the kind of jam that puts them in jail. Make your visit to Puerto Peñasco everything it should be; have fun sightseeing and shopping, use your Spanish, even if it is limited. Eat, drink, be merry and tip generously. Enjoy all the offerings of the beautiful Sea of Cortez and the adjacent desert. Just remember to imbibe with care, stay safe and enjoy your vacation in Paradise, so that you will want to come back over and over, hopefully for many years to come.
"Fish Bowl" Seafood Fest Feb. 3rd! Come out Feb. 3rd for the 2018 Festival de Mariscos "Fish Bowl" Seafood Fest, presented by the local Rotary Club (CR Mar de Peñasco, AC) and artisans of the Mermaid's Market. In celebrating Puerto Peñasco's (a.k.a. Rocky Point) history as a once small fishing village turned popular tourism destination, we rekindle the spirit of the sea with tasty delights for all! The day will be filled with opportunities to sample some of the great seafood dishes Puerto Peñasco has to offer, topped with music and dance, plus fun and games! Don't forget to look for the Fishbowl Raffle - placing your raffle ticket in the fishbowl corresponding to the prize you hope to take home. Proceeds from the event are for ongoing activities of the local Rotary Club across the community, including contributions to help with larger grants to benefit sectors focused on education, water, health, disease prevention, and promoting peace. Advance tickets online: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/ festival-de-mariscos-fishbowl-puerto-penasco-tickets40242713038?af f=ehome c ard (Check levels below) or on day of the event for $1 US/ticket. Tickets are then exchanged at each booth depending on the dish or beverage (i.e. 1 - 2 tickets for smaller dishes or maybe 5 tickets for a whole plate). Tickets in advance can be purchased at one of three levels: • The Big Fish $50 US (50 tickets) • The Shrimp Cocktail $20 US (20 tickets) • The Cevichito $10 US (10 tickets) • Shandra Keesecker Office: (638) 383 1804 Cel: (638) 380 8849 U.S: (480) 282 4226
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Our Contributing writers...
Steve Franklin
Steve Franklin is a Cholla Bay resident and has been photographing wildlife and nature for 20 years. He frequently visits the Western States, as well as the Sonoran Desert, to add more art to his collection. His company is “Wild West Images” and he can be found at SFrank962@aol.com. He specializes in custom frames made from Saguaro & 100 year old Barn Wood to add to the beauty of his images.
Gretchen Ellinger
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
Marcia Diane
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.
Bob Snyder
Moved to RP 7 years ago from Las Vegas and I don’t see going north again for quite some time. I hear it’s very dangerous up there. People say “THEY HAVE GUNS.” (That’s a local joke) My Travelers Advisory is “Put your feet in the warm sand, have a Margarita, unplug your electronics and just soak it in”!
Stephanie Wood
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.
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.
Mike Bibb
Cholla Charli
Contributing writer, Mike Bibb from Safford, Arizona, is a recovering paranoid-schizophrenic 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.
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.
Dan McWhitis Broker - Teacher - Beach Bum - Me. Disgusting, it’s not a game, it’s a way of life.
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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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