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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.

It is very sad for us to start the editorial with letting everyone know that our strongest pillar Sandra O’Hare has gone to be with Tom to a better place… Nothing can fill the emptiness we are all feeling after losing Sandy. We want to thank everyone who has messaged her daughter Lannette, son Robert and her brother Patrick, and emailed and called to give us their support. Sandy believed in Rocky Point, she lived to promote our city like no one else, she loved Peñasco and lived here for over 28 years, and it was her home. We will continue with her work the best we can and we will work hard like she taught us to make her proud. We love you SANDY!! July is here, and we are half way thru the year, everyone begins this month by celebrating the 4th of July, and like every year, we received thousands of tourists. June was pretty busy too and that’s excellent for Peñasco’s economy. I probably see a lot of you on the street, as most of the day I am driving all over town, I think I drive around the city more than a taxi cab (And yes, I am working lol) You know right away when it’s going to be a busy weekend, how? The line to get into Old Port, we don’t have a big enough Malecon, I think we have to make it bigger to keep up with the visitors. Good news for everyone that used to hang out at Manny’s Beach Club, it’s back OPEN! For everyone that has always wanted to go there, it’s located in the Mirador area, you really can’t miss it as they now have big new signs. Lots of people saw our facebook posts and saw the video and photos we posted of the reopening, it was really cool seeing it back alive again and seeing Manny so happy was even better. We think there were hundreds of people. Manny’s was the place to go back in the day, this is where everyone

would hang out and party hard every spring break and Semana Santa, along with the Pink Cadillac. A few generations got to enjoy it and now we will see more of that happening. We want to thank Manny Sr., Jerry and Jorge Gaona and Shayna for making history and making this possible. We are happy tourism is coming back like before and we are happy the Mirador is getting the much attention it needed. I am happy to let everyone know that we will now have the EAT’s column in the paper every month, Lannette, suggested that since I love to eat and try out new places around town, that I should start writing about my experiences. I think I will try to squeeze in 2 or 3 restaurants at a time with a few photos so you can see the main courses, appetizers, and desserts. I will begin this month and hopefully you will all enjoy it. If you have a suggestion or you wish me to visit a new place, please feel free to post on the RPTIMES facebook or send us an email at rockypointtimes@ yahoo.com.

In the last editorial, I told you a bit about the Caborca agriculture, grapes and asparagus are the main things grown there. I know this is not about Peñasco, but I like to tell people about places and things and my objective is that people know what surrounds Peñasco. This month is the 7th Annual Las Vegas Night for Charity, hope to see everyone there, it’s done every year and it’s one of the funest events in town, so if you are in town, come join us, have fun and help out the different charity associations. Another fun event happening this year is the Mexican Luau at the Satisfied Frog, they will have a contest, food and drink specials and of course lots of prizes. The event starts at 4pm, so you can have some fun and the Frog and the head out to the Las Vegas Night at the Sonoran Sky at 7pm. That’s it for this month, we would like to wish everyone a safe happy summer, stay cool, have a cold cerveza and enjoy our paradise…

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6 Puerto Peñasco to Reactivate International Flight Connectivity

Mayor Kiko Munro, accompanied by Swift Air Travel President Bruce Stratford, Swift Aircraft Management representative Beth Forry, José Luis Salazar of VIDA Vacations, and Mar de Cortés Airport Director Fernando Antillón, announced flights between Phoenix and Puerto Peñasco are set to begin October 5th. The Swift Air Travel flights will operate twice a week between Mesa Gateway and Mar de Cortés Airports via a Boeing 737 commercial plane, with seating available for up to 150 people.

Swift Air is an American airline based in Phoenix, Arizona, United States. It operates a fleet of business and commercial jets mainly available for charter and private use. Its main hub is Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport.

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Tony Acuña - A Mexican Chef of Contemporary Traditional Cuisine

Born in Mazatlan, Sinaloa and starting as a dishwasher in different restaurants, Jose Antonio Acuña moved to Los Cabos where he really began his career in the kitchen. The Chef of the restaurant "Cielito Lindo" at the Sonoran Sky Resort was fortunate to be taught by renowned chefs, and some of the restaurants where he learned different cooking techniques, have already been awarded 5 diamonds rating nationwide.

His work experience started in restaurants such as the Sheraton, one of the largest chains in the world, "I also worked in independent Japanese restaurants with Japanese chefs, in different Mexican haute cuisine restaurants, and in Cabo with renowned chefs". "I worked with Villa Group a Mexican hotel chain with several hotels in Cabo, Vallarta, Nuevo Vallarta, etc...During my university internship I did not receive any pay, which was the only way to get into the big restaurants". "While I was working as a sous-chef at the Sheraton my maestro called me one day and offered me a position at a Mexican restaurant and Steak House of 5 diamonds; I remained there for 2 years, that is where my career began because at 22 years old, I was already in charge of an Asian fusion restaurant with Mexican techniques or Mexican ingredients with Asian techniques and in charge of the Mexican cuisine as well, all under the supervision of my maestro". "After 7 years in Cabo, I went back to Mazatlan and joined The Water Edge

restaurant, also known as a farm to table restaurant where every week we went to the garden to pick the vegetables, like pumpkins, tomatoes, etc..., we were to use at the restaurant. Proteins like shrimp and fish were bought at a place two blocks from the pier ". "Speaking of what my specialty would be, I can say that it is a Mexican cuisine with traditional or contemporary techniques, for example for our mole here in Cielito Lindo we use a traditional Oaxacan technique that it is all tetemed, everything is roasted, and the dish has also a concoction of Sous Vide where the protein, that is a beef steak, is marinated in oil with herbs, epazote and high vacuum cooked in a computerized precision cooker. The temperature and the exact time are programmed by the weight of the protein so the fillet will always be at the right temperature, and it will never be raw but always moist and juicy." "Another highly recommend dish is the smoked scallops, the scallops are purchased in Peñasco, then smoked with cloves, coriander seeds, dehydrated cilantro, sealed in coriander butter, mounted on a bed of mashed cauliflower and topped with a coriander and epazote oil". "Already three years here in Peñasco, with the opportunity to start the restaurant Cielito Lindo, where I have all the freedom to make suggestions for the menu, as well as to help in making decisions for the marketing and adding the pleasure to enjoy the opportunity of talking to customers, I can say that we started on the right foot and we are happy to see repeated customers back for lunch or dinner from the surrounding developments. All my cooks begin working a week before starting to cook and Cielito Lindo is an example where they arrived and trained two weeks earlier. I think it is important to mention that everyone is under 21 years old. We invite everyone, and please come and try something different, all the dishes have ingredients of the highest quality and as important, the prices are reasonable.

Large Hotel Chains Resume Interest in Investing in Puerto Peñasco

Chains such as Marriott and Holiday Inn plan to start projects "From one moment to the next, construction of new hotels in Puerto Peñasco could begin, as the interest of large hotel chains such as Marriott and Holiday Inn has returned to this growing destination once again. With near certainty of the investment for these companies", comments, Oscar Palacio Soto, local representative of the Mexican Association of Hotels and Motels of the state of Sonora. "There is this interest of large hotel chains to come to settle in Peñasco, and it will happen at any time in the very near future, so it could be said that in a couple of years this destination will have renowned hotels fully operating". It must be made clear in principle that before the economic crisis that occurred in the neighboring country a few years ago, in Peñasco, the construction projects for a Marriott hotel and a Holiday Inn were already underway, but unfortunately During the crisis, the projects were stopped. But today, the interest in resuming construction work has resumed. Investors have been measuring the hotel occupancy rates as they have rebound, and now have reached optimum levels to move forward and invest. Today's occupancy rates are at the highest points since before the recession and are at capacity on many occasions. Adding to the equation is the new convenience of air connectivity and the future arrival of mediumsized cruises through the expected finalization of construction of phase I of the Home Port in 2020. "Investors have also paid close attention to the good relationship that exists today between the governments of Sonora and Arizona and the implementation of the "safe corridor" between the border and Puerto Peñasco, which has opened up even more possibilities for the growth of the number of hotel rooms which will be needed in this town", exhibited Palacio Soto. This arrival of well-known hotel chains will significantly increase the number of hotel rooms available for tourism within the next couple years from the current 1,500 to a possible increase of 1900 or more. "For the hoteliers that are currently working in Puerto Peñasco, it is very important that, faced with the arrival of large hotel chains, they prepare themselves better, train their workers and improve the conditions in their infrastructure, since they must be prepared in the face of high levels of competition", commented the president of the Mexican Association of Hotels and Motels of the state of Sonora. 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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Oysters: nature’s most perfect barf inducers. At least for me. When I see an oyster from, say, 250 yards, my eyes water, my throat constricts, and I pretty much look for a place to toss my tacos. However, some folks think that saltwater bivalve mollusks of the superfamily Ostreoidea are a delicacy. Sorry, Charlie, that sentiment does not row my boat. Other shellfish? Oh, boy. I could eat shrimp by the boatload. Scallops can be astonishingly good. I can even get into clam dishes. But oysters (other than the Rockefeller version) are not my cup of tea. However (again), they are a staple of the fishing industry around the world, and prized as a tasty tidbit. Miriam Swenson of Gilbert, AZ recently expressed her love for the slimy creatures. MIRIAM: I could shuck and eat a bucket of Rocky Point oysters right now. CAP’N GREG: Miriam, I'd eat the bucket before I’d eat an oyster. MIRIAM: A fresh oyster with a squirt of lemon and a dash of hot sauce is to die for. CAP’N GREG: I know. I have one foot in the grave just thinking about it. MIRIAM: I bet you don’t like anchovies on your pizza, either. CAP’N GREG: Cat food does not improve tomato sauce and bread, even after cooking. MIRIAM: Millions of us omnivores enjoy anchovies, liver and onions, menudo, fruitcake and mincemeat pie. CAP’N GREG: That’s a revolting food list if I ever heard one. MIRIAM: Don’t you ever try new things? CAP’N GREG: I switched from

Tecate to Tecate Light. Does that count? MIRIAM: No. CAP’N GREG: Well, I did try ceviche once that my brother made. MIRIAM: Did you like it? CAP’N GREG: The flavor was okay, but the emergency room visit for food poisoning wasn’t very pleasurable. MIRIAM: What is your experience with sushi? CAP’N GREG: I prefer my fish fried, steamed, broiled, boiled or grilled. Raw is not on my menu. MIRIAM: I have to admit I washed my first sushi morsel down with a shot and a beer. But now I enjoy the freshness and subtle flavors. CAP’N GREG: You’re a better man than I, Miriam. MIRIAM: But there’s one thing I avoid at all costs. CAP’N GREG: What is more revolting than an oyster on the half shell? MIRIAM: Hot dogs! You talk about disgusting! CAP’N GREG: Tell you what. If you’ll join me for a couple dogs “con todo” at the Hot Dog Man’s on Constitucion, I’ll do my best to choke down an oyster or two. MIRIAM: Variety is the spice of life, Cap’n Greg. I'm all in. Let’s go try some. CAP’N GREG: By golly, why not? Oysters and hot dogs and beer. Oh, my!

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Are YOU Ready…For the Rocky Point Times Photo Contest???

By Mark Paliscak

Welcome to July my friends! I sincerely hope your summer is going swell…and you are riding the swells in Rocky Point! Well, I just returned from an AMAZING Caribbean cruise with my hermano, Tomas and saw firsthand just how a cruise port can change a town into something very grand. We have so much to look forward to with the coming changes to our town…ahem… once the construction starts back up again…

The ship we chose was Royal Caribbean’s Symphony of the Seas. We departed out of Fort Lauderdale, Florida and had port stops in Nassau, Bahamas, Saint Thomas and Saint Kitts. The fun started immediately once we were on board…an unlimited drink card always helps with that :). After a couple drinks, I decided to take a little relaxation break by the pool and when I opened my eyes I met the nicest gal ever from Cape Town, South Africa who I enjoyed so much of the rest of the vacation with. The cruise ship had unlimited options to do…gambling, water slides, zip lines, surfing, lounging, tanning, night clubbing and they even had a mechanical arm that made your drinks by simply stating your order. Now, that was pretty cool! Not being too much of a show person (Truth is…I’d rather be on the stage than watching from the seats), I was a little

leery to go to some of them but Tomas and I met one of the performers in Saint Thomas who was from Moscow, Russia and she was a synchronized swimmer in the Splash show. We arrived to the show a bit early and sat in the front row…there’s a reason they call it Splash…we were pretty soaked by the end but it was simply fabulous! The high divers, the dancers, the synchronized swimmers, the music…just awesomeness.

One of the other shows we went to see was a giant auditorium filled with 12 teams divided into 12 sections around the auditorium. Tomas was our team captain and was on the floor directing our team through a variety of contests which started with 2 people from each section coming onto the floor and reenacting a scene. Well, I got to re-enact child birth with a young lady which was hysterical. Some of the other contests were which team can tie together 6 bras that women took off right from the audience from their section or 2 contestants, one male and one female, had to quickly change clothes into the others clothes as quick as possible. After each of the contests, they would put some of the funny scenes going on in the contest in slow motion on the jumbo Tron and analyze what the heck was going on. OMG, people were falling out of the aisles in

laughter! So thank you Tomas for breaking me out of my shell…shows are cool after all…even from the audience…and it’s always a chance to meet new friends. I know Tomas would say his favorite stop was Saint Kitts but I would have to give my vote to Saint Thomas as I got to tour around with my favorite new friends from the cruise ship and I just seemed to smile the whole time in Saint Thomas. The whole crew on the Royal Caribbean was sensational as was the dinners. If you know me, I kind of get around to sitting down to eat when I get around to it, so we seemed to just make it to the dinner meals where we got to sample everything from filet mignon to lobster tail…and it was delicioso! And you can sample any drink you ever imagined. Want to try a frozen mojito but never did because you didn’t want to spend $10 to decide you didn’t like it? Easy peasy… order it, don’t like, no worries, order something else…no charge…all unlimited. I truly look forward to the days when our town reaps the benefits of the cruise ship industry AND being able to walk over to the port from my condo and board a cruise to a new and exciting destination! Hats off once again to the Poturalski crew for putting together the Circus Mexicus festivities as the shows were incredible and everything seemed to run smoothly. I bartended the VIP tent with my buddies Ray Ray and Tiffany on both Friday and Saturday nights and it was a blast! Thank you

friends for keeping me laughing 6 hours a day. Thank you Scotty Pea for the addition of the neon lights this year, very funny! It was so fun to see so many friends in town visiting from all over the USA and Mexico as we made our way around town to see the bands each day. Roger Clyne and the Peacemakers always do a great show but I MUST SAY that two bands that really were AMAZING were the Analog Outlaws and The Ryan Bexley Band! These two bands really seemed to steal the show at JJ’s Cantina on Sunday. I truly enjoyed all the bands and cannot wait ‘til next year…if you missed it this year, please put it down as a MUST for next year! I have heard that every summer has its story and what a way to kick off the summer in Rocky Point with Circus Mexicus… fabuloso! So whoop it up, Rocky Point and always remember…People don't notice whether it's winter or summer when they're happy! So, be happy, stay cool, just stay… in Rocky Point! Adios Amigos! God Bless, Marco.

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Focus on Quality when Building your Mexican Dream Home

Quack Ups

By Joseph Sanchez President, Rocky Point Home Builders

Building your dream home in Mexico is an important decision and you want to make sure that the quality of the home is given as much attention as to the price to construct the home. Materials are the most important aspect of any construction project, so consumers should demand the best quality to ensure long lasting satisfaction but all too often the focus tends to be only about price. If price is your only concern and not so much quality then buyer beware, because it can turn your dream home into a nightmare for years to come. Here are some quality issues to focus on when building your dream home in Mexico.

CONCRETE

Concrete is one of the most important components of most construction projects here in Puerto Peñasco but whether you are building a driveway, setting fence posts, or placing a foundation for a home, it is important that you or the contractor uses the best concrete product available according to the job you are doing. Concrete mix has many different types, strengths, and compositions and it is important that you or the contractor choose the correct strength according to the project application. Concrete strength is determined by Pounds per Square Inch (PSI) and range from 2500 PSI up to 5000 PSI. For example, 2500 PSI concrete is typically used for driveways, walkways and floor slabs. At the top end of the scale, 5000 PSI would be used for specialized construction projects with commercial applications. Whatever project you are working on, it is important to ensure that your contractor uses the correct strength of concrete needed for your project application to ensure a high quality and long-lasting finish.

WINDOWS

The sustainable material for windows here

By Bob Snyder

Did you ever wonder... Concrete is one of the most important components of a construction project here in Puerto Peñasco it is important the contractor uses the best concrete product available according to the job you are doing.

are aluminum framed because aluminum is three times stronger than vinyl window frames and withstands the heat, salt and sand environment. When installing your windows make sure the aluminum frames are rated for marine conditions. This is very important because windows not rated for marine environments will lead to corrosion and rust. Make sure your builder is installing aluminum windows grade 5052 or 5083 or they will corrode very quickly. These grades, for the most part, have additional chromium and manganese to help protect them from corrosive marine conditions and are the highest quality available.

ELECTRIC INSTALLATION

One of the major causes of deadly house fires here in Puerto Peñasco is faulty electric installations. If you are building a new home, you must ensure contractors are not installing cheap wiring. A proper installation will reduce your energy costs by increasing the overall efficiency of the system and will ensure the safety of your home. The worse the wiring installation looks inside the panel, the less likely the installation was completed correctly by a professional electrical contractor. An electrical panel installation should be clean, neat and orderly and not like a bowl of spaghetti as we sometimes witness out in the field. Open your panel and if it is not neat and orderly then we recommend contacting an electrical contractor for an inspection immediately.

no water pressure coming from the fixture is frustrating. To ensure your home has adequate water pressure it is necessary to install a water pressure boosting system that consists of a pump, a bladder-type pressure tank and a cistern. The addition on the water boosting system will boost your home’s pressure to 40 to 60 PSI leaving you enough pressure to take a shower, wash clothes and water the flowers all at the same time. Another important aspect of this design is incorporating a cistern tank or well. The use of a cistern is an important element of this design because it protects the home from any unwanted water outages giving the homeowner a two to three-week supply of water during any water shortages in the city.

- Why women can't put on mascara with their mouth closed? - Why don't you ever see the headline "Psychic Wins Lottery"? - Why is "abbreviated" such a long word? - Why is it that doctors call what they do "practice"? - Why is it that to stop Windows 98, you have to click on "Start"? - Why is lemon juice made with artificial flavor, and dishwashing liquid - made with real lemons? - Why is the man who invests all your money called a broker? - Why is the time of day with the slowest traffic called rush hour? - Why isn't there mouse-flavored cat food? - When dog food is new and improved tasting, who tests it? - Why didn't Noah swat those two mosquitoes?

WATER SYSTEM DESIGN

Your home’s potable water system is an important aspect of your home’s design that ensures you have adequate water pressure to all your fixtures while maintaining an emergency supply of water in case of any shortages. Having adequate water pressure at all your fixtures is an important quality and most will agree that taking a shower with little or

- Why the sun lightens our hair, but darkens our skin?

- Why do they sterilize the needle for lethal injections? Worker with Meter: A proper electrical installation will reduce your energy costs by increasing the overall efficiency of the system and will ensure the safety of your home.

Cistern Photo: The use of a water cistern is an important element of your water system design because it protects the home from any unwanted water outages giving the homeowner a two to three-week supply of emergency water during any water shortages in the city. 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

- You know that indestructible black box that is used on airplanes? Why - don't they make the whole plane out of that stuff? - Why don't sheep shrink when it rains? - Why are they called apartments when they are all stuck together? - If con is the opposite of pro, is Congress the opposite of progress? - If flying is so safe, why do they call the airport the terminal?

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Stingray Shuffle & other swimming in the sea advice

New Movie Theater and Shopping Center Coming Soon

By Anita Kaltenbaugh

Anyone ever see the classic, don’tgo-in-the-water-movie, Jaws? Yes, if the theme song is playing in your head, I’m with you. As a child, that movie changed my ocean swimming experience. It took me awhile, but I’m finally over it-unless someone starts humming the theme song in my ear, as I’m floating on the water or ready to go diving. But, this isn’t an article to scare you about sharks. Not at all. Because, you have a better chance of winning the lottery than getting bit by a shark. Just to give you a few facts, according to Wildlifemuseum.com, this is how rare: The odds of getting attacked and killed by a shark are 1 in 3,748,067. In a lifetime, you are more likely to die from fireworks (1 in 340,733), lightning (1 in 79,746), drowning (1 in 1,134), a car accident (1 in 84), stroke (1 in 24), or heart disease (1 in 5). The odds of getting attacked and killed by a shark are 1 in 3,748,067. (Wildlife Museum) But, in that rare instance, it is good to know what to do if a sea accident occurs: Last month, my good friend had the unfortunate opportunity of being stung by a stingray. Why am I telling you this? Because he didn’t know what to do once bitten, and he wasn’t doing the stingray shuffle walking into the sea. To quote the stingray survivor, Tom Powell, his words of advice were, “take your treatment very seriously.” So, while it is rare--in my 25 years of coming to Rocky Point I have never even been with someone who got stung or bitten—know the facts. Knowledge is power. So here are some tips on what to do if you encounter a sea incident: What to do if stung by a:

Stingray - How will you know? You might feel a sharp shooting pain which increases in 30 minutes. Other symptoms include: swelling, bleeding at point of injury, headache, nausea, vomiting and weakness.

Jellyfish

1. If it is not on the foot, remove clothing around the wound. Make sure there is no stinger, if it does break off which is very, very, rare, let medical staff remove it.

3. Remove any tentacles with tweezers.

2. No ice. No rinsing with cold water. Venom increases about 30 minutes after the sting and it travels toward heat. So, no ice and stay calm.

5. Seek medical or urgent care depending on the type of jelly fish. Always good advice to get checked out by a medical professional.

3. Soak in extremely hot water, as hot as you can get it. Some soak for 1-3 hours in a hot bucket. 4. Do not bandage it or wrap it. 5. If you can, go to the Red Cross/Urgent Care or Lifeguard, please do so. Or if that is not possible, follow the above and take Ibuprofen not aspirin. Learn the Stingray Shuffle. Stingrays are shy and skittish, they will sting as a defense because you are stepping on them, and they didn’t see you coming. Shuffle your feet going into the surf, and they will be scared away. Stingrays have the same venom from birth to death, so it doesn’t matter the size, but they usually travel together.

1. Get Out of the Water 2. To stop the stinging, rinse the area with vinegar for 30 seconds. No peeing on Jellyfish stings.

4. Soak in hot water for at least 20 -30 minutes. Or hot shower if you can’t soak.

Shark 1. Yes, it is rare, but of course, get out of the water and seek medical attention. Tell others. Even though it is unlikely, it is good to know what to do. And, like my friend Tom suggests, take it seriously. If you get stung, don’t go swimming or kayaking with seals at Bird Island, hiking in the sand or just be okay with rinsing it off and having another beer. Get it checked out by a medical professional and you’ll still enjoy your vacation.

“The oceans deserve our respect and care, but you have to know something before you can care about it.” – Sylvia Earle

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

With an investment of 50 million pesos, the complex called “Real Center Puerto Peñasco” will be built, consisting of the construction of a shopping plaza whose main anchor will be the installation of a Cinepolis Theater, announced businessman Miguel Guevara Askar in the company of city mayor Ernesto “Kiko” Munro. The Municipal President accompanied by Lic. Jorge Valdes Felix, Coordinator of Economic Development, explained that the economic reactivation in Puerto Peñasco continues with this and other business and real estate projects. For his part, the renowned entrepreneur reported that the construction of the complex will be built on an area of 8.500 square meters where the Mexican cinema chain Cinepolis will be installed with 5 rooms with 750 seats, providing work for around 50 people. In addition to the installation of Cinepolis, commercial premises will be built and several national and local companies will be invited to settle in the “Real Center Puerto Peñasco” complex, which will be located on Blvd. Benito Juarez in front of Sam's Club. He said that the preparations for the construction of the complex will begin in the next 60 days to be ready to open in the first quarter of the year 2019. 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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With a Little Help from My Friends

Moving to Mexico!

By Vince Deadmond

It was nice to be invited on a friends only fly fishing trip. The idea was to assemble a group of likeminded folks who have a passion for fly fishing and who have the skill set to do so independently. None of the group members had objectionable personality quirks like the talking heads on TV that try to talk over everyone else. Certainly the group had views on politics, religion, gender, and other divisive topics, but it all took a backseat to fly fishing. Lend me your ears…everyone got a chance to talk about their favorite fish and fishing destination, both near and far. I think I convinced most of the group that they should visit Puerto Peñasco for the fishing, pleasant weather, food, music, and accommodations. I also added a few places and fish that I would like on my bucket list. I learned some new rigging and fishing techniques that should make me a better fly fisher, the proverbial equivalent of teaching an old dog new tricks. More help…sometimes from just observing you will pick up a good idea. I think I was the only one in the group that wasn’t using a wading staff in the fast moving waters that we were fishing. After slipping and having some near disasters I now own a wading staff. I picked up some good ideas from the group on useful apps. One in particular that I can recommend is Splitwise. At the end of the trip we each submitted our group expenses and it kicks out a report that shows who owes and how much. My wife Debi has dubbed it the “Cheap Bastard App”. Seems appropriate for my group of likeminded friends, we all wear that badge proudly. Vince Deadmond The Fly Fishing Hardware Guy can be reached at Best Hardware True Value 237 N Apache Trail Apache Junction, AZ vince@ajbest.com and at 480 982 7461.

Work and Play in The Sea of Cortez

By Mike Bibb

By Stephanie Wood

It’s official! The countdown has begun for moving to Mexico full time! Living in Rocky Point has been our dream for the past five years. Kyle is already in RP most of the time. Once our oldest daughter graduates high school, we will be packing to leave the US, as she packs to go to college. We would have moved her there with us five years ago, but for some pesky joint custody issues, like not being allowed to move out of Arizona. Phoenix lost its luster for me several years ago. When I moved here in ’92, there were 1 million people in the entire metro area. Now there are almost 5 million; the traffic, the crowds, and the congestion, it really weighs your spirit down. I crave a small town, with a true community. For us, Mexico offers the lifestyle and the culture we crave. For our younger daughter, we want her to grow up with a global world view. We’re very excited for her to attend school in Rocky Point where there are several private bilingual schools. She’ll be fluent in Spanish before us and the student will become the teacher, and there’ll probably be a lot of eye rolling. She’ll be able to attend university in either Mexico or the US. We plan to complement her learning with plenty of travel. We want her to have a slower pace to grow up in, because the world is crazy now and forces kids to grow up too fast.

The logistics of moving are becoming a reality. We’re starting to look for a home. We already have a condo, but do we want to live in a condo? Or a home in town? There are pros and cons to both. We will definitely be downsizing, but still need three bedrooms. We’re starting the process of drastically paring down our material possessions (somewhere between Marie Kondo and Swedish death cleaning). It will be the first time moving where I have no desire, or practical way, to move boxes of things “to go through later”. We all know how that goes – it’s why I can’t park my cars in the garage. We also have toys galore, so we’re going to have to convince family and friends to give gifts of time or activities instead of “things” that aren’t realistically going to make the move. Speaking of family, we’ve been prepping our immediate family (who all live within a five-mile radius and who we see at least once a week) about this move for several years, but I’m not sure they’re really convinced. The good thing is that they also own condos in Rocky Point, so hopefully they’ll be coming down often, which will help with a smoother transition. We have a thousand small details to work out too, like finding a vet, a pediatrician, an auto mechanic, etc. And although I’d love to be a professional beach bum…I’ll need to find a work from home job based in the US since I don’t have a work permit. Thankfully, we have the basics down, like our favorite restaurants, grocery shopping, and where to buy our Tequila! I’ll keep you posted periodically with tips and updates on the process of moving to Mexico.

What do Puerto Peñasco commercial fishing boats, recreational watercraft and beachgoers have in common? They all require the Sea of Cortez to make their experiences happen. Appearing to be a photographic illusion - capturing in a single moment the laboring activities of Mexican pescadores (fishermen) with frolicking low tide enthusiasts and swift moving sporting boats - a day at the beach can include a myriad of individual activities, each reflecting their varying work or play lifestyles. With increasing popularity Rocky Point is becoming the destination of choice for multitudes of vacationing gringos and Mexican residents. Yearly increases in Spring Breakers and Easter week visitors continues to challenge local resources as hordes of humanity swarm into the city, overwhelming civil authorities and commercial businesses. Images of a mañana philosophy of doing things is long gone, replaced by the rapid pace of people trying to cram as much amusement and revelry into a two or three day adventure as possible. Finally, exhausted from all the fun, folks wearily pile into their SUVs for the NASCAR-like drive home. The successful conclusion of another trip to Rocky Point is determined by how long it takes to recuperate. For me, it's taking longer and longer!

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Invitation to year-end performance by Peñasco Youth Orchestra, Choir

The Puerto Peñasco youth Orchestra and Choir, shown here at the Christmas concert, will present its end-of-the-year concerts on July 5 and 6 at 6 p.m., at the Municipal Auditorium across from City Hall. End-of-the-year concerts on July 5 and 6 at 6 p.m., at the Municipal Auditorium across from City Hall. By Cholla Charli

On Thursday, July 5, the program will include vocal and instrumental

Everyone is invited to attend the free, year-end concerts by Puerto

solos and small groups, like string quartets and duets.

Peñasco's Youth Orchestra and Choir

The solos will feature Estefany

on July 5 and 6 at 6 p.m., at the

Perez performing one of the most

Municipal Auditorium across from

difficult pieces of opera by Mozart,

City Hall on Benito Juarez. Maestro German Esquer, director and conductor, said the program will include the most technically advanced pieces the youth have ever presented, including an opera piece by Mozart.

the aria “The Magic Flute – Queen of the Night,” and Bianey Martinez performing a meditation from the opera “Thais” by Jules Massenet. On Friday, July 6, the full orchestra and choir will perform. They will premier “La Cumparsita,” a tango, and Esquer promises a surprise to punctuate that performance. When

think

year-end

“recitals,” we often think of beginners, nervously struggling through their first public performance. However, these young musicians are incredibly skilled and composed. They perform frequently for local and visiting dignitaries and their proficiency in their art is remarkable. I encourage you to treat yourself to an evening at the symphony. Make a night of it, dress up a little - the children will be in formal wear – and prepare to be impressed.

Viva Las Vegas Night for Charity - Saturday, July 7th

Interest and excitement for this, the seventh annual Las Vegas Night for Charity has been simply effervescent! Just as a reminder, the fun starts at 7:00 PM on Saturday, July 7th inside the cool air conditioned environment of our beautiful Los Volcanes Ballroom on the second floor in the Luxurious Sonoran Sky beachfront resort on Sandy Beach. We will have a shuttle service so we encourage you to park along the road to the resort and our volunteers will be escorting guests right to the elevators. We have many charityminded volunteers from our sales staff and corporate office to handle ticket sales right at the door. Your $50 US Dollar entry is worth $300 dollars in "Charity Chips" and one raffle ticket for the dozens and dozens of drawings held throughout the night. You can, and should purchase additional tickets for cash or chips anytime during the night. We say "should" because we will undoubtedly again have nearly one hundred valuable prizes. As of today and still coming in. Oh, your ticket is good for dinner provided this year by Cielito Lindo Fine Mexican Cuisine, located right at the Sonoran Sky Resort. We're still working on the menu for the event, but be assured that it will be wonderful and it will be sure to make you eager to visit the restaurant again after the event. Examples of just a few of the prizes you can win or bid on include 18 holes of golf, 2 night stays in resort hotels and condominiums, spa treatments, dinners,

quad and jet ski rentals, sunset cruises, drinks, bottles of Tequila, photography sessions, artwork and more. Plus, we will be revealing some incredible surprise prizes for the auction at the end of the night where you'll use your accumulated chips to bid. Once again this year we are lucky and grateful to have Randy Van Hulle, owner of Ace Casino Equipment of Tucson lending his expertise to our event. Through his company founded in 1987, Randy has over 3,000 corporate casino functions to his credit. Randy and his wife Linda drive in from Tucson every year to give of their time and expertise for this charity event. Linda and a few of his employees also volunteer as dealers. Be sure to tell all the volunteers how much you appreciate what they do for the community when you cross paths with them Saturday night. And, please thank and frequent the businesses who donate prizes. This even would not be the same without all of the terrific prizes. Thank you for that gesture! One of the main ingredients that make this night so much fun is the jovial camaraderie among everyone, invigorated by the smiling attitudes of all the volunteers who give their time and energy to serve as dealers, ticket distributors, chip counters and everything else to make your evening fun. Where else can you have so much fun for such a small cost and help so many deserving charities? Hope to see you there!

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Potpourri - Short Shorts of All Sorts! Standardization and Certification (IMNC). We have the longest beach in a single stretch in the country that is certified, and first in Sonora.

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.

Manny's Beach Club is Back in Business

Oh, the memories...Those who have been visiting Rocky Point for many years surely have fond memories of Manny's Beach Club in the Mirador part of town. This beachfront bar/restaurant is a landmark - and, it's back! None other than Manny Sanchez Sr. himself sits in the helm once again, along with new partners, Jorge and Jerry Gaona, who also operate both the Tekila Bar and Shark Bite Bar in the Malecon area. Grand opening on May 25th was a huge success with a line of people well over one hundred long waiting for a chance to participate in the historic event. Congratulations to Manny and the Gaona brothers. I predict that Manny's will have another great run and it will help revive the sleepy Mirador area.

Tourism Stats, Just for Fun

Here's some random information for Puerto Peñasco so far in 2018: • More than 35,000 tourists visited for the weekend of "Memorial Day", May 25-28. • From January to March 2018, 95,217 private vehicles crossed the Lukeville checkpoint, an increase of 11% compared to 2017, in the same period. That is the highest number of vehicles since the counting of the entry of vehicles at that border crossing began in 2010. The number in 2010 was 43,260 private vehicles. • Hotel chains Marriot and Holiday Inn have returned to project the construction of their hotels in Puerto Peñasco in the very near future and it is expected that by 2020 they will be in operation. • Cleaning programs for our beaches in Puerto Peñasco are now permanent, the main objective being to keep the 1,500 meters of beach certified as "Clean Beach" by the Mexican Institute for

Modernization of Public Lighting Network Concludes

Mayor Kiko Munro accompanied neighbors from the San Rafael, Nuevo Peñasco, Centro, Obrera, and Nueva Esperanza neighborhoods to inaugurate the final stretch of the Public lighting modernization campaign, representing a total investment of 20 million pesos. On this occasion, the installation of 1027 new LED high efficiency street lamps included Lopez Portillo Blvd & Rio Asuncion street; Calle 54, between Las Conchas Blvd & Rio Papaloapan; Avenida 56, between Las Conchas Blvd & Rio Presidio. This final part of the Peñasco Iluminado Program represents a final investment of 856 thousand 501 pesos.

Municipal Administration Unveils La Bajada Remodel Project to Local Fishermen

Mayor Kiko Munro presented fishermen and members from the COPETUS Cooperative a project to rehabilitate the boat dock landing area known as La Bajada, representing an investment of approximately 12 million pesos over the next three months. The mayor detailed the project, funds for which would be obtained from the Federal Maritime Land Zone, will include construction along the 120 m of coastal front as well as 2 hydraulic concrete ramps. Plans for the boat launch area include renovation of the existing dock, a new dock, a pavement, a Fishing Affairs Office, and parking, along with entry and surveillance posts. The space is also to include an exhibit on the history of fishing in the area, a monument in honor of "Fallen Fishermen", among other important elements.

MVD Urges Arizonans to Consider Getting Voluntary Travel I.D.

As 2020 Deadline Approaches, Airports and TSA Help Spread the Word Arizonans who plan to use their driver license or ID card to get through security checkpoints at U.S. airports and other restricted, federally-

controlled facilities should take action to get an Arizona Voluntary Travel ID through the Arizona Department of Transportation Motor Vehicle Division. The Transportation Security Administration will provide MVD informational flyers at its airport checkpoints in Flagstaff, Phoenix Mesa-Gateway, Phoenix Sky Harbor, Tucson International and Yuma International. The flyers advise passengers that starting Oct.1, 2020, standard credentials won't be accepted by the TSA. "Now is a great time to get a Voluntary Travel ID, because the federal deadline gets closer every day," said MVD Director Eric Jorgensen. "MVD is making this process simple. Customers can go to ServiceArizona.com and make an office appointment. The website provides information about what documents that customers should bring with them to meet the REAL ID requirements for the Voluntary Travel ID. Appointments also help MVD offices run more efficiently, helping to get customers out of line and safely on the road." The Voluntary Travel ID is an Arizona driver license or ID card that meets the additional identification requirements of the federal REAL ID Act of 2005. Standard Arizona licenses or ID cards do not conform to the federal REAL ID requirements because of a state law that says those steps must be taken voluntarily by the license or card holder. The cost is $25 for renewals and first-time issues. Per federal law, the credential is valid for eight years, in most cases. Customers whose photos need to be updated in the near future may wish to get the Voluntary Travel ID. Forms of identification required for a Voluntary Travel ID include one document such as a birth certificate or a passport that proves identity; one document that proves a Social Security number such as a Social Security card or W-2 form, and two documents such as utility bills or bank statements that prove Arizona residency. For a list of examples of identification documents and for additional information, please visit the Voluntary Travel ID section of the ADOT website at azdot.gov/TravelID.

Mayor Kiko Munro Presides over Graduation of Youth Patrol

Mayor Kiko Munro, accompanied by parents, teachers, instructors, and program leader Officer Jose Tlaseca, delivered graduation acknowledgments to the 37 members of the first and second classes of the Youth Patrol for their work, dedication, and commitment. At the ceremony, which marked the first anniversary of the Youth Patrol initiative, the mayor also swore in 47 young men and women who represent the third generation of the program. In order to graduate, the incoming class will need to undergo the first corresponding module: first aid, fire training, physical conditioning, military instruction, personal defense, and tumbling. At the end of the ceremony, Mayor Munro congratulated the young men and women who represented Puerto Peñasco and the state of Sonora by participating in the very first Northwestern Youth Patrol competition, held recently in Ensenada, B.C, where they finished within the top 5 spots out of 12.

Municipal Government Inaugurates Athletic field at "La Milla"

Mayor Kiko Munro, accompanied by Public Works Coordinator Terencio Gutierrez, inaugurated a new athletic field at the "La Milla" sports complex to be used by the youth flag football and soccer leagues. The new field consists of 1,840 meter of synthetic grass and the fitting of goal posts. Construction of the new field, which is to serve flag football and youth soccer leagues, was completed in only 3 months. Leo Peralta, president of the Flag Football League, thanked the municipal government on behalf of all athletes present for the positive response to this outstanding request, which will allow young athletes to practice in a dignified recreational space.

Tiburones Baseball Season Going Strong

The Puerto Peñasco Tiburones Baseball season is still going strong and you still have plenty of chances to go see our home town team right here in Rocky Point, at the beautifully renovated stadium. If you've never been to a game, do yourself a favor and give it a try. You will be sure to return again and again after you find out how inexpensive and truly entertaining the games can be. Snacks and buckets of beer on ice are available for the asking and you're not going to pay $10 for a hot dog and a beer either. Treat yourself to whatever you want during the game, and you'll probably come home with your wallet being only $10 or $20 lighter. General seating is $60 pesos, V.I.P. seating is $100 pesos and children are $30 pesos. Beer has consistently been $1.50 USD. Buy tickets on game day any time after 4 pm. This is baseball like it used to be in the USA before everything got crazy expensive and complicated. The Tiburones de Puerto Peñasco team competes in the Northern League of Mexico and participants in the Northern League of Sonora. They are based in Puerto Peñasco at Francisco León García stadium, having a capacity of 3,500 and featuring 260 new VIP seats. The Tiburones de Puerto Peñasco returned to the Northern League of Mexico in 2015. They have achieved 4 Championships: in 1974, in 1978 against Algodoneros de San Luis, in 1979 against Membrilleros de Magdalena and in 2013 against Rojos de Caborca, all in the Northern League of Sonora. In addition to a Subchampionship in 1975 against Rojos de Caborca.

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

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

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

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

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A literary column By Marcia Diane

OK…this is to be an entirely experimental piece. I am on travel. Actually right this minute on a local van from Peñasco to Phoenix and from there points west. What’s happened for me is double dissonance. First off I’m writing to you all in June for July…so my journey will be long gone by the time you all get to reading this. Then there’s the on.the. roadness of writing this way…the literal second seat back on a rattlely late model people carrier. I’m perched, I can’t find a better word, on a sprung seat next to the shuddering double doors. While nobody has any chickens or goats on board, we do have a lovely niñito cooing away one seat to the rear. We all loaded up at the station just down the lane from Candy Cake where I shared breakfast earlier with my ride to town. There were three, count them, three bell ringing birthdays being celebrated sequentially. So mostly we ate and stared at each other; conversation being not possible. Next, what felt like an interminable wait for the arrival, I mean for departure on the already arrived transport came to pass. In retrospect that was a piece of cake. Off we took on a direct line to Sonoyta. I’ve never been on this means of transport out of Rocky Point; can you tell, so I had/have no idea how it would go… English being in scarce supply…but I assure you by journey’s end I’ll be fluent in Mexican talk radio…blaring throughout the van. I had decided to cast my fate to the winds and wing it. Well, yes, that’s exactly how this is proceeding. When the driver turned the wrong way; that is to say away from the border when we reached Sonoyta I got a little nervous. But no worries, we were just dropping off folks only going as far as this our favorite border crossing town. I grabbed my pack and headed out in search of the baño…housed, loosely speaking, in a closet in the back of a Pollo charbroil…some very kind locals sitting about with toothpicks in their teeth nodded me in the right direction.

Everyone back on us proceeded towards the border. The line of waiting vehicles was backed up to the old closed veterinario shop. Our clever driver was not deterred… wrong way he went all the way to the Mexican Border entry whereupon he swings a u-ie and out we are all were meant to get. Grab everything and move, move. We are to go through the pedestrian checkpoint. The young man with us who was ahead of me was grilled, if in a friendly tone, for a very long time… pulling paper after paper out of his bag and telling his story of coming down to see his mom but having to get back in time in order to appear at his adoption hearing. At the station in Peñasco his mommy put him on board with tears streaming…I see, now I see. He sleeps now exhausted as we speed northward.

Rocky Point’s Rodeo Drive By Barbara Iverson

Feel the warm ocean breeze, while enjoying the sand and the sea - that’s what Rocky Point is all about: relief from the stress of everyday life. However, a little shopping therapy could also help. After the sun and sea, a shopping trip to Rodeo Drive is the perfect ending to your vacation. On Rodeo Drive, you’ll find wonderful resort clothing that you can’t find anywhere else, and it’s perfectly suited to our hot climate.

Despite my best efforts to grab all my gear I left my cool pack containing all my meds. I didn’t even notice so intent on making the ‘crossing’ and connecting with the next leg of the journey. The driver who got us there to the border was following me and making noises which finally got my attention. He had my cold pack…bless the man.

for a pair of custom made sandals. Rico will have them made in only 30 minutes so you can pick-up your new sandals as you complete your shopping spree. Just down from Rico is a great selection of sunglasses. The glasses are well-priced so you may want to pick up several pairs. Please don’t forget Fabiola’s because their cool gauze selections from Guadalajara, and unique, colorful jewelry, are a must-have in the summer heat. Cool sophistication is the perfect resort look.

Now, I got that we were not to board that particular vehicle again…ah ha. As we boarded our new bus on the US side I found my travel seat companion had saved my place in the same row we’d traveled in thus far…sweet. Earlier she’d agonizingly slowly and surreptitiously opened a packet of Cheetos…I resisted. Excuse me, this piece of prose just got interrupted for the what, third time by Customs and Border Patrol…the men in green fatigues out in the heat no doubt miserable at their circumstance…this time making us all pile out to share the heat. At least they let the baby stay inside the cool van… Now, I think we have no more places of detainment and the driver is making tracks…75 mph; prior to this last and final stop he was on mosey. It’s the long back stretch of HWY 85 to the I-10… See you next time and won’t you please join us for our monthly online writers group…I mean after all, if I can ramble on like this, surely you all could: m.diane.writeon@ gmail.com

Tlaxcala has cool cotton clothes for both men and women. Tlaxcala’s selection of mens and womens embroidered blouses is outstanding. Then, just down the street at Temo’s Televara (yes, the pottery store), you’ll also find some wonderful selections. Before you begin your shopping spree, don’t forget to stop by Rico’s After you finish putting your new outfits together, stop by Mariachi’s and Tequila for a frosty margarita and some of the best food in Rocky Point – a perfect end to your wonderful day shopping along Rodeo Drive. Incredible selections, friendly vendors, delicious restaurants, and the best prices in town your stay in Rocky Point isn’t complete without a trip to Rodeo Drive.

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

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

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

They do not exchange pesos or Canadian $

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

MAIL SERVICES Puerto Peñasco Post Office (011-52-638) 383-2350 Monday - Friday 8:00 am-6:00 pm Money Wires, Telegrams & Mail Located just off Blvd. Fremont next to Twin Dolphins. The post office does not offer U.S. postal services. To send a letter in Mexico, you need a Mexican stamp, which can be purchased at the post office. They do not sell U.S. stamps. You may receive mail at your residence, however it takes approx. 2-4 weeks to arrive and the system is not terribly reliable.

U.S. MAIL DELIVERY TO ROCKY POINT Burrito Express U.S. mail dropoff and pick-up service from Peñasco to Lukeville. U.S. POST OFFICE Phone/Fax: (520) 387-6364 Located at the Lukeville border in AZ, approx. 66 miles from Rocky Point. PO boxes and General Delivery available. Window Service: 8AM-12:30PM, 1-4PM M-F General Delivery Available free for a max. of 30 days. You must show ID at the post office and fill out a form. You are the ONLY one who can pick up your GD mail. PO boxes are available, approx. $22/6-mo. Post office will need 2 forms of ID and you will be required to fill out an application. Boxes are located in the post office and in the General Store.

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

NOTARY PUBLICS (NOTARIOS)

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

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

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

You can take a day trip and explore the Pinacate area and volcanic craters by vehicle, camp overnight (in designated) areas, walk or hike. You must register at the 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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Shriners help Peñasco Youth Orchestra, provide medical care for Mexico children

To show their appreciation, members of the Youth Choir, led by director Maestro German Esquer, performed for the dignitaries, media and families members who attended the ceremony. By Cholla Charli

What do sopranos, saxophones, scoliosis and Shriners have in common? People helping people! Young musicians in the Puerto Peñasco Youth Orchestra were the grateful recipients last month of a large donation of musical instruments by the El Zaribah Shriners, which is based in Phoenix. The El-Zaribah Shrine bands have had a celebrated history of marching in parades and performing concerts for well over 50 years. J.C. Reece, Potentate of El-Zaribah for 2018 said, “This year my theme is 'Always Ready to Help Children.' We had many instruments that were in storage, not making music. When I learned about the Children’s Music Program in Puerto Peñasco I knew we could help. I hope to hear the instruments played again one day.” Three van loads of various instruments was a welcomed gift for these children, but one member of the Youth Orchestra understands, personally, the real mission of the Shriners. Bianey Alejandra Martinez Martinez is a gifted soprano and pianist. When she was 9, it was discovered that she had scoliosis – curvature of the spine. She was accepted as a patient of the Shriners' Children's Hospitals and has been traveling to Los Angeles for four years to receive treatment. When the Shriners from Phoenix learned about the need for musical instruments in Peñasco, they also learned about Bianey. Now they are reaching out to let medical personnel and families in Peñasco know that the club has the funds and the hospitals have the capacity to help many more children at no direct cost to the families.

According to their website, the Shriner's official philanthropy is Shriner's Hospitals for Children. This network of 22 pediatric orthopedic and burn hospitals provides state-of-the-art medical services, regardless of the family's ability to pay. The largest Shriner's Hospitals for Children, by volume of children treated, is in Mexico City. El Zaribah currently supports medical treatment for more than 1,900 children. In addition, they provide education for medical professionals in the treatment of orthopedic disabilities, spinal cord injuries, burns, cleft lip and palate. The Shriners supply the transportation to these hospitals and assistance for children and their parent or guardian in crossing the border. Short-term housing

arrangements are also made for the child and parents. Application for admission to Shriner's Hospitals for Children is available by going online to www. shrinershospitalsforchildren.org, clicking on the Multi-Language link and selecting Spanish or by calling toll-free 1-800-2375055 in the United States. El-Zaribah can be reached at 602-231-0300 in Phoenix or by e-mail at Hospital@el-zaribah.org. El Zaribah has had a presence in the Phoenix area since 1896 and has jurisdiction over all Shriners residing in Arizona from Interstate 8, including Yuma, north to the Arizona/Utah border. In 2011, El Zaribah was also given Jurisdiction of the state of Sonora, Mexico by Shriner's International. The Shrine clubs in San Luis and Hermosillo coordinate activities with El-Zaribah in Phoenix. El Zaribah's donation to the Peñasco Youth Orchestra and Casa de Cultura included kettle drums, snare drums, a

marching band set of four drums, an enormous rolling base drum, four horns, five Sousaphones and miscellaneous equipment. In addition to the club's donation, individual members donated a small electric organ and four violins. The effort was coordinated by Shriner Michael Bogle and his wife Kathie who came down for Circus Mexicus in 2017, fell in love with Peñasco, bought a condo and are showing their love of music and people through this donation and other acts of kindness. The Bogles were assisted in the delivery by Shriner Yosef Acosta from Phoenix. If you know of a child with one of the medical conditions treated by Shriner's Hospitals, please let their families know that help is available, and share the contact information above. If you have lightly used musical instruments, especially keyboards, please e-mail Maestro German Esquer, director of the Peñasco Youth Orchestra and Choir, at german.esquer86@gmail.com.

Shriner Mike Bogle (L) and Maestro German Esquer unloading musical instruments with help from staff at the Casa de Cultura. El Zaribah Shrine in Phoenix donated three vans full of various instruments for the Youth Orchestra and Culture Center marching band.

Maestro German Esquer expresses thanks, on behalf of the Beatriz Salido (seated left), director of the Casa de Cultura, to the El Zaribah Shrine and Shriners Mike Bogle and his wife Kathie, and Yosef Acosta (standing) for the donation of various musical instruments which were delivered in May.

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

ADOPT-A-CLASSROOM

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

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

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

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

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

AMOR MINISTRIES

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: Glen Martinez Secretary VP Communications: Robin Miller Treasurer: Kris Nichols Legal: Ricardo Borquez VP Education: Joseph Toland VP Events: Ellie Balderrama VP Ethics: Gretchen Ellinger For Inquiries, please contact: Luisa Federico, AMPI Administrator email: luisa.ampi51@gmail.com AMPI Phone: 638-382-0439

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

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

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

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.

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.

Free Fun Family events: scheduled throughout the year watch for them on FBoc3anviewminisry Please come join us. For information about serving opportunities at Our Dinner, Thrift Store, Mission Groups, Fun Free Family events, construction projects and rehab center ministries go to: www.oc3eanviewministry.com Conrad Flores, President and Founder oceanviewministry@gmail.com US: 480-264-1172 MX: 638-109-8017

MEXICO CHILDRENS FOUNDATION

OLD BOYS SOCIAL CLUB

MEN’S SHELTER

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

PEÑASCO SINGLES (PS) 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

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.

PINACATE BIOSPHERE RESERVE

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

Marsha Hansen marshansenaz@gmail.com (520) 234-2577 www.oc3anviewministry.com We are a Mexican non-profit hosting mission groups; bringing aid and comfort to families and the displaced. Our Community Center is located on Kino Blvd at Francisco Madero. We accept clothing, current dated dry food items, new children’s toys, school supplies, household goods, furniture, tools and construction materials. From our thrift store sales we fund all aspects of our ministry; these include: our dinner, fun free family events, community construction opportunities, and ministries at rehab centers. Hours of Operation at our Community Center: Thrift Store: Tues. thru Sat. 12-5 Our Dinner, serving free food: Tues. & Thur. 1-2

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.

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)

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.

REHABILITATION CENTER

SANTIAGO RUIZ SALCIDO ASSOCIATION

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

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.

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

Fundación para Conservación del Pinacate, A.C. Office Hours: 9AM - 5PM U.S. Mail: PO Box 745, Ajo, AZ 85321

Contact: Barbara Olszewski rpbarbo@gmail.com (602) 324-9529 / (638) 114-2406

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

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

RED CROSS (CRUZ ROJA) CONT'S

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.

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

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

WOMEN’S SHELTER 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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The Eats

Playball!!

By Marco Zepeda

FOOD!! Who doesn’t love food?! I know I do and from now on we hope to continue every month with this column and hope everyone enjoys it.

My first restaurant review will be Mikky’s Restaurant, which is located inside Laguna Shores Oceanfront Resort, and it’s open to the public. We started out with the delicious Laguna Shrimp appetizer. If you like wine, Mikky’s has a great variety of wines from El Valle de Guadalupe (on the Baja) and they will happily recommend one that pairs with your food. Their June Special was Steak in Red Wine Sauce and they have a new special every month. On a previous visit I had their delicious Gorgonzola Mignon. This visit I decided to try the Chicken Frances, which is tender chicken breast bathed in a creamy sauce mixture of mushrooms, capers, artichokes, white wine, butter and lemon. Could not get better than that! I do admit that I sampled everyone’s plate (there were 5 of us) and loved all of them.

has been around awhile and has become a “must visit” Rocky Point spot over the years. And now they are serving up awesome hamburgers and selling their famous bbq tequila sauce. We were there last month, and I cannot say enough about how good their burgers were. The bbq sauce gives them excellent flavor and the meat is just cooked right. They are so delicious and different from everyone else’s and their bbq sauce has a tequila taste you can’t say no to. I assure you, you will lick your fingers and maybe the plate too! Now you can grab a bite to eat while buying your favorite bottle(s) of tequila or after sampling their great and vast tequila offerings. Thank you, Chef Jessie and Hillbilly for preparing our delicious burgers and thank you Fernando for being a great host. Tequila Factory is located on Blvd. Benito Juarez on the east side, between Calle 12 & 13 on the ground floor. To know their times and days of operation call Fernando at (638) 388-0606.

I will squeeze in Cocina Oaxaqueña for anyone that loves mole as much as Alicia does. This is the go-to place for mole – it’s authentic mole from Oaxaca and its delicious! They make it from scratch everyday (except Tuesday when they are closed). They also have a delicious albondiga soup that you just have to try. They are located on Simon Morua (one block before the Socoada). They are open from 11:00 AM to 5:00 PM and they usually run out of mole pretty quickly so try to make it there around 2:00 PM and you should be ok. And that’s it for this month, enjoy! I would like to thank our servers, Ernesto & Omar, for the great service and, of course, Chef Daniel for the really awesome food. Mikky’s is open for breakfast, lunch and dinner from 8:30 AM to 10:00 PM and they are open every day of the week. Our next restaurant…barely new I should say, is the Tequila Factory. Yeap, you heard right! The Tequila Factory

By Marco Zepeda

A couple months ago I received a call from Casey Luna inviting me to have a talk about a project he had in mind to help out the city in many aspects, like fighting graffiti. He wanted to find young kids to help erase all the ugly graffiti that gangs paint all over our Port and in exchange he would bring them donated skateboards and equipment so that they could use the new skatepark. Casey has always loved kids and the children of Rocky Point are in his heart. His wife Beverly told us that last year that Casey kept going by the skatepark, which is close to where they live, and hardly saw any kids ever using it. He figured it was always empty because they did not have the equipment needed to use it. So, Casey started looking on the internet for places that might have some used equipment that he could get ahold of for the kids. He called a number of places in the U.S. but got nowhere. Then one day while watching CNN last year, he saw a group that was involved with CNN Heroes. They were called LTPF, “Leveling the Playing Field”. He looked them up on the internet and gave them a call. LTPF gets all kinds of sporting equipment donated to them and then they get it to needy kids around the U.S. At first they said they only donate to kids in the U.S., but after hearing Casey talk about the needs here in Rocky Point, and how the U.S. people that live here are trying to help out the needy children, LTPF said they would try to help him out. This was back in November last year. They said they did not have much in the way of skateboards but did have a lot of baseball equipment. Beverly told me how excited Casey was because he knew the kids would want to play baseball. So, after many emails back and forth, they came to an agreement, but the problem would be getting the equipment from Maryland to Rocky Point: shipping for 600 pounds of equipment to

Phoenix was going to cover over $1,000 USD. So, they started calling all of their friends and received an overwhelming response. The shipping cost was collected thanks to Byron & DeAnn Mays, Gary & Betty Heimbach, Mike & Tina Lehrer, Jim & Ginger Erwin, Rick & Pat Johnson, Eric & Sarina Brown, LuAnn & Dick Clark, Mickey & Isabel Musselman, Kit Anderson, Donna Westcott, Lynda Haverstock, Jan Toth, Greg Page and Tim McGuire. The equipment was shipped to Phoenix in February and Dave & Debby Penn loaned them a flatbed trailer to haul it all down.

“Leveling the Playing Field” donations included: 16 catcher helmets, 2 large containers of baseballs, 60 bats, 12 catcher paddings, 12 chin guards, 86 pairs of baseball cleats with sizes ranging from 5 to 14, 90 pairs of grey and white baseball pants, 2 sets of base pads, including a home plate, 6 footballs and 12 basketballs. Before giving all the uniforms and shoes to the kids, Beverly laundered them all herself. Joaquin Hernandez and Jose Ceseña, who work with the city, as well as myself, helped them distribute the equipment to different elementary schools around town. There were many happy faces as many of the schools had no equipment at all. I would like to thank Beverly because she supports Casey all the way and was his accomplice in this great gesture he had towards the kids of Rocky Point which he calls “Peñasquitos”. A big thank you also to everyone that helped out and, of course, I cannot forget to give out a big THANK YOU to Mr. Casey Luna, who also donated half of his baseball cap collection to the kids. If you see him on the street, make sure you tell him how thankful we are for all the good things he does for the kids of Puerto Peñasco. And another big THANK YOU to LTPF for helping out the most needy and for giving kids a chance to participate in playing sports.

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Cloves By Rosarie Salerno

The name of the spice known as clove, comes from the French word, clou, meaning nail. Cloves are aromatic dried flower buds from an evergreen tree native to the Maluku Islands located in Indonesia, historically referred to as the Spice Islands. It is believed a tree named Afo, is considered to be between 350 to 400 years old, currently lives on the island of Ternate in Indonesia. The Chinese, noted in 226 BCE, chewed the flowerets to freshen their breath. During the 16th and 17th centuries cloves were so precious that they were worth more than gold. It was one of the spices that motivated Columbus, in 1492, to seek a westward sea route to India and Magellan to circumnavigate the globe in 1522 CE. When Magellan's ship returned to Europe it was loaded with cloves and other spices. During the 1800s the Dutch gained control of the spice trade and began burning clove trees so that they would maintain the monopoly, to the dismay of the natives who held a tradition of planting the tree upon the birth of a child. Eventually, the monopoly was broken and the price came down making cloves affordable to more than the very rich. For millenniums cloves have been used to treat many ailments; as an antiseptic, antifungal, antiviral, analgesic, even for malaria and cholera, topically to treat acne, styes and sores. Its health benefits come from the compound, eugenol. Cloves are still used in the 5,000 year old tradition of Ayurvedic medicine in India. During the 1800s cloves were found in United States medicines. In dentistry the oil was used for pain and as an antibiotic applied into cavities. Cloves will increase hydrochloric acid in the stomach, thereby, improving peristalsis. Other benefits of cloves are that it works as an anti-inflammatory agent, provides vitamin C, manganese, magnesium and omega-3 fatty acid. It can also be used as an ant repellant and to attract some species of bees. According to WEBMED cloves are used for upset stomachs and as an expectorant. Clove oil can be used for diarrhea, hernia, nausea and vomiting. If applied to the skin it has a counterirritant property and if applied via the mouth for throat inflammation. Cloves are also used in food preparations including Asian, African, Near and Middle Eastern dishes for curries and marinades. In Mexico cloves are known clavos de olor. The Mexicans make a flavorful hot chocolate drink, called champurrado, by mixing together corn meal, milk, chocolate and cinnamon; since cloves and cinnamon

are a great combination many people use the cloves for added flavor. Another Mexican favorite is bunuelos, a crispy deep fried tortilla, sprinkled with sugar, cinnamon and ground cloves. Mexicans also use cloves in their sweet tamales. By letting coarsely ground cloves steep in very hot water, not boiling, for 10 to 20 minutes, then straining, will brew a mild to strong drinkable tea. Some people take some form of cloves everyday to strengthen their immune system. When starting clove tea, it is recommended that small amounts be drunk every few days before drinking larger amounts because it may cause some digestive discomforts. Cloves are used to flavor gum and wines and can also be found in some toothpaste, soaps, cosmetics and perfumes. Cloves should be stored in a tightly sealed glass container. Indonesians smoke a cigarette called kretec. The cigarettes contain about 80% tobacco and are considered more toxic than regular cigarettes because it's necessary to inhale harder. The cigarettes are also manufactured, exported and smoked in Europe and Asia; in the USA they are sold as a cigars. This industry employs about 10 million people. A popular tradition around the Christmas season, is to combine fresh oranges and insert cloves that can be arranged in decorative patterns, creating a fragrant pomander. By pre-poking holes in the orange with a skewer or toothpick it will make it easier to push in the clove but, not too deep, so as not to pierce the rind all the way through the white pulp. Eugenol is known to slow blood clotting and should be avoided before surgery. Too much clove oil in the mouth can cause damage to gums and mucous membranes. It is possible to have allergic reactions or side effects from cloves. Excessive use can cause liver problems. As with any herb or spice before being used for health benefits never stop taking prescription medications and please consult with your health care provider. This article is for information purposes only and not to be taken as medical advice. As with any herbal remedy, you should consult with your health care professional. You should never stop taking prescribed medications without instructions from your physician.

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Fish Identification Giant Black Sea Bass (Mero Prieto)

Barred Pargo (Pargo Mulato)

Body dark gray to black and has numerous fine teeth. This fish is fairly common to the north of the Midriff. They feed on Mackerel, Lobster, Tuna, Shark and large chunk baits and can grow to over 500 lbs. Giant Black Sea Bass prefer deep rocky bottoms. They are strong fighters and make excellent table fair.

This fish is found throughout the Sea of Cortez both inshore and offshore. They are deep bodied, greenishgold on their back with red on their lower sides and about 8 dark bars across the body. They average 3 -10 lbs., but can grow up to 30 lbs. Pargo are a good fighting fish that takes chunk baits fished on the bottom and are very good eating.

T h i s Sea Bass is the most common large Grouper in the upper and central Gulf. They can grow to about 5ft. in length and weigh up to 200 lbs. In the summer these fish usually are found at depths below 100 ft., but in late fall they move to shallower reefs, then back to deep water in early summer. They prefer rocky bottoms with caves and crevices. They are veracious predators and strong fighters when hooked.

The body and fins are bright red with a pink to white belly. They prefer deep water around 250 ft. and feed mainly at night. The average weight is 2-5 lbs. but do get up to 15 lbs. Red Snapper takes baits fished near the bottom and yo-yo’d jigs. Excellent eating.

Gulf Grouper (Baya)

Broom Tail Grouper (Garropa Jasplada)

The body color is olive brown with dark irregular blotches on the sides. Unlike other Groupers it has a tagged tail fin. Groupers prefer deep waters and take large baits and jigs. Very strong fighter, but dives into rocks. They can weigh up to 100 lbs., and make excellent eating.

Leopard Grouper – Spotted phase / Leopard Grouper golden phase

Leopard or Golden Grouper (Sardinera) – This fish has two color phases; a golden phase which is uncommon and the spotted phase. The spotted phase has small reddish brown spots and a grayish brown black with white margins on the fins. They prefer shallow water and feed at dawn and dusk. Average weight is 5-25 lbs., but can grow up to 50 lbs. A good strong fighter that uses rocks to his advantage. Makes for great eating.

Spotted Cabrilla (Pinta, Cabrilla Pinta)

The body and fins are covered by reddish-brown spots. General coloration of the body is gray with dusky bars. The coloration looks very much like a Sand Bass, but this fish is much larger (up to 30 lbs.). This fish has rounded dorsal, anal and tail fins. They are found abundantly in rocky structures and will hit feathers, jigs and fresh dead baits. Good fighters and excellent eating.

Red Snapper (Huachinango)

Spotted Sand Bass (Cabrilla Pintica)

A very abundant fish found inshore and offshore in the upper Sea of Cortez. Their color is an olivebrown with many black spots. The Spotted Sand Bass frequents shallow to moderate depths over sand and rocky bottoms. Takes live bait, small lures and feathers. Makes good live bait for larger fish, also is very good eating. Averages 1-3 lbs.

Cortez Halibut (Lenguado)

A flat fish with both eyes on one side. Found throughout the Sea of Cortez both inshore and offshore. Dark brown above with 8 -10 dark spots and a white underside. Prefers sandy bottoms. Takes drifted live or dead baits and small feathers. The mouth has a large single row of sharp teeth in each jaw. They average 3-5 lbs., but can get up to 25 lbs., and are excellent eating.

Finescale Trigger Fish (Cotchi)

F o u n d throughout the Sea of Cortez, both inshore and offshore. Body color ranges from brownish to a blueish gray. They are voracious feeders and will take almost any bait and most jigs. Cotchi are very strong fighters and an excellent eating fish. Average weight is 2 – 4 lbs., but can weigh more than 8 lbs. and grow to 2 ½ ft. in length.

Pacific Sharpnose Shark (Bironche)

This Shark is blueish gray on the back shading into a reddish brown on it’s sides. The Sharpnose has non-serrated teeth with a deep notch on one side. This shark is commonly caught out of Puerto Peñasco and is the most common requiem shark in the Gulf. Grow to 4ft. in length.

Scalloped Hammerhead (Pez Martillo)

Deep olive to brownish gray with a white belly. Has a long upper tail lobe and a evenly scalloped head. This Shark is common throughout the Gulf and can reach up to 12 ft. in length.

Sierra Mackerel (Pez Sierra)

F o u n d throughout the Sea of Cortez inshore in large schools. The Sierra body colors are dark blue on the back and silver on its sides with several rows of golden spots along the sides. An excellent game fish that hits jigs and live bait. These fish are a very good eating especially as ceviche. They are also used extensively for bait. The average weight is 1-5 lbs. but can reach 15 lbs. and 3 ft. long.

Paloma Pompano (Palometa Pampanito)

Pompano are common throughout the Gulf. They are usually taken from shore or in shallow water on shiny spoons and lures. The body of the Pompano is dark on top with bright silvery sides and black tips on the dorsal fins. An excellent eating fish that grows up to 20 inches and up to 5lbs.

Yellowtail (Jurel De Aleta Amarilla)

F o u n d throughout the Sea of Cortez except in the far north. Colors consist of a brassy yellow strip along its side and a blue/gray to olive above. Prefers live bait or jigs trolled or yoyo’d. The fillets are best when marinated and then barbecued. Yellowtails gro to 5 ft. long and can weigh up to 80 lbs.

Black Skipjack (Barrilete)

Their body color is dark on top, silvery on the bottom with stripes running down on the back and 3-5 black spots on the abdomen just below the pectoral fin. They migrate to the upper Gulf in late May or early June. May weigh up to 12 lbs. The meat is very strong in flavor. Skipjack makes an excellent bait fish.

Dolphin Fish (Dorado)

The body is a brilliant goldengreen in color. Snout profile of older males is blunt and high foreheaded, whereas the females head is more tapered. The Dorado likes warm blue waters and migrates to the upper Gulf in late May or early June. They are an excellent food fish and can grow up to 6 ft. in length and weight up to 90 lbs.

Sailfish (Pez Vela)

T h e S a i l f i s h’s

body is dark blue on its back with a bright silver stomach and a very large dorsal fin. They may be seen basking on the surface following the warm waters to the upper Gulf in late May or early June. 100 lb fish are common, but fish up to 182 lbs. have been recorded. Very poor food value, so please practice catch and release.

Mako Shark (Tiburon Mako)

Found worldwide in tropical and warm temperature seas. The body is streamline and well proportioned. The back of the Mako is a brilliant blue-gray and the sides are light blue, changing to a snowy white on the belly. The Mako is the undisputed leader in attacks on boats, when hooked it will unleash its fury, leaping as high as 30’ out of the water. Has been known to bite the boat and occasionally leap into it, causing severe injuries to the anglers. It can be easily distinguished from all the sharks by its teeth, which are curved like daggers with no cusps at the base or serrations along the razor sharp edges. The front surface is flat and the teeth are curved inward.

Pacific Sardine (“Sardina del Pacifio”)

Has a series of spots above the midline. Grows up to 12 inches, excellent bait fish.

White Seabass

Grayish blue back, silver sides, white belly and a square tail. Average length is 2 -5 ft. long and up to 90 lbs.

Shortfin Corvina

Gray b a c k w i t h silver sides, a white belly and a square tail. Medium mouth full of spikey teeth. Averages 1 ½ to 3 ½ ft. in length and a weight of 3 – 20 lbs.

Orangemouth Corvina

Gray back, cream colored sides and a triangular tail. Inside the mouth is orange to yellow in color. Average length is 1 ½ to 4ft. and weight from 3- 30 lbs.

Totoaba

B o d y dull silver burnished somewhat with iridescent copper over clad with small dark spots. Totoaba have angular tails and small eyes. They can grow up to 6 ft. in length and weigh up to 300 lbs. CAUTION: ALL TOTOABA ARE AN ENDANGERED SPECIES AND ARE PROTECTED BY LAW AND MUST BE RELEASED.

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Tourist Assistance Unit Continues to Impress with Wide Range of Activities to Help Tourists

On February 26, 2016, the Mayor officially announced activation of the Puerto Peñasco Tourist Assistance Unit (in Spanish: Unidad Auxiliar Turistico) consisting of men and women, all bilingual and well trained and whose primary objectives are to serve, guide, inform and protect visitors, both national and foreign as well as the residents of Puerto Peñasco. This exciting addition to our city by the sea has been a very important step toward preparing the city for its destined future as a world class resort destination. The carefully selected Tourist Assistance Unit is made up of naturally congenial service-oriented personnel who genuinely care about the welfare of all the people who live in and visit Puerto Peñasco. The Unit is headed up by Carlos Bravo. The rest of the State of Sonora has also taken note, as the Mayor commented, "Our TAU is the first of its kind in the State of Sonora, with a specific purpose to assist the visitors coming to Rocky Point (Both national and foreigners)". You will easily recognize agents of the Tourist Assistance Unit dressed in khaki pants, white shirts and safari hats riding bicycles, ATVs, and UTVs around the tourist areas and making themselves available to serve the public with their knowledge and training to answer questions of all sorts, give directions and help with any problems that might arise during your visit to Puerto Peñasco. On the back of their shirts in clear lettering is "Auxiliar Turistico". Mayor Kiko Munro also appointed a six member Tourist Assistance Advisory Committee comprised of President, Jim Ringquist, Secretary, Enrique Gaxiola, Treasurer, Donna Whitman, and additional members Mark Olszewski, Luis Molina, and Steve Schwab. This committee serves as an intermediary between the public and the Local Government, providing oversight and support for the TAU, through Director Carlos Bravo and Mayor Kiko Munro, as well as being involved in a broad range of other tourist support and tourism promotion duties. In the relatively short period of its existence, the TAU has made a real difference and scored some major victories in helping tourists when they needed it. Unit Director

Bravo reports that the TAU Agents have been the first responders on a great number of accident scenes (mostly ATV and UTV) and they have definitely saved lives by being nearby when needed. The success stories of TAU Agents go beyond lifesaving first aid as well. Daily, and especially during the busy holiday celebrations, the TAU Agents reunite families with their lost children, give directions and information countless times, and even help tourists with dead batteries or who are stuck in the sand. That's true full-service, service. All of the Agents are trained in a number of tourist related skills and ongoing training is mandatory. We are always looking for specialists in their field who are willing to volunteer to come and give them additional training. Please contact the TAU Advisory Committee to volunteer. Some of the current and ongoing training that the Agents receive is in first aid, CPR, self-defense, police procedures, environment protection, natural history of the area, folk tales of the town, ongoing English classes, and tourist assistance. This list is by no means all-inclusive and if you are willing to teach a different relevant skill or subject, please let us know. TAU administration is located on the Malecon near the entrance to The Point Restaurant. You are welcome to stop by any time during their hours of operation. Office hours are from 7:00 AM to 8:00 PM and their local land line phone number is (638) 382-8413. You may also reach the TAU advisory committee at 602-774-1777 or email: touristassistancerockypoint@gmail.com. You can also visit the committee's Facebook site at Puerto Peñasco Tourist Assistance Unit Advisory Committee. For your information, the city also has a web site: www.puertopenasco. gob.mx. The bottom line is that Puerto Peñasco is well on the road to preparing for the already growing tourism and the much-anticipated touristic growth expected for the next several years. Mayor Kiko Munro is keenly aware of how these new services can affect tourism growth. The Tourist Assistance Unit is and will remain a very important part of the future of Puerto Peñasco.

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Chill Out at Michoacana!

By Gretchen Ellinger Icy cold drinks, popsicles and ice cream are sure to please any time, but especially during the summer heat. Most of us are familiar with the Thrifty ice cream stores, but it seems that only locals are familiar with the Michoacana shops. We newcomers to Mexico are missing out on the very special tradition of fruity popsicles and icy cold aguas, sweetened infusions made from fruits, flowers, even nuts, locally prepared daily, and served in large cups with lots of ice…so refreshing! Often recognizable by their pink lettering, there are several small Michoacana shops in different parts of Puerto Peñasco. The largest of the shops is in the downtown business district at the opposite end of the block from TelMex, and has recently received a facelift. Instead

of the traditional pink, it has been restyled in citrus colors - very inviting! I always figure that if there is a parking place in front of the Michoacana when I am downtown, then it is my happy destiny for the day to have an agua. The people who work there are friendly, helpful, and more than willing to let you taste a drink before you buy, so don’t be shy about trying new flavors! Also feel free to be adventurous - I usually order half jamaica (hibiscus flower tea) mixed with half limonada (limade), a combination suggested to me by a Mexican friend. My friend usually orders a fruity popsicle - she says popsicles are necessary in summer for reducing body heat, and she may be right! There is also a “drink shop” in Sonoita, located on the right side of the road just past the bridge as you are heading south. That is my first stop in Mexico after crossing the border - I just cannot wait for an agua to quench my thirst on the last leg of the trip home. One of the best things about being in a foreign country is learning local traditions; if you try a Michoacana refreshment stand once, you just may decide to add their popsicles and drinks to your “must do” list for trips to Rocky Point.

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Rocky Point May be Getting Cruise Ships in 2020

In 2 years, the first Sea of Cortez cruise route will begin in Puerto Peñasco. Officials from Cruise & Maritime Voyages, part of the Global Maritime Group, (https:// www.cruiseandmaritime.com/) made the announcement accompanied by Rocky Point Mayor Ernesto 'Kiko' Munro. Accompanied by Nicholas Tragakes, CEO of Clobal Maritime Group, and other company officials, the Mayor stated that Puerto Peñasco would be the port of origin, and final destination, i.e. A Home Port. He explained that Cruise & Maritime Voyages currently intends to provide tourist services in 2019 in the holiday destinations of Acapulco, Manzanillo, Puerto Vallarta, Mazatlan, and Cabo San Luca; while in 2020 it will tentatively expand its cruise route in the Sea of Cortez in the cities of Topolobampo, Guaymas,

Santa Rosalia, Loreto, La Paz, and the destination of Puerto Peasco. For his part, Nicholas Tragakes, Global Maritime Group CEO, thanked Mayor Kiko Munro for the interest shown and facilities available to expand maritime connectivity, and cruise routes with Cruise Maritime Voyages. "Puerto Peñasco is located in a privileged place and we are interested in having maritime connectivity," said the CEO of the Global Maritime Group. "The new cruise route is attractive due to the proximity to the United States border, since it has air and land connectivity that is very important for us." Nicholas Tragakes acknowledged that Cruise & Maritime Voyages currently works on other international routes in Europe, Asia, America, and now in Mexico with the Pacific route and soon in the Sea of Cortez.

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CLASSIFIEDADS PUERTO PEÑASCO ‘ROCKIES’

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 KINGDOM Ministry

School

Thursday &

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

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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)

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)

WITNESSES HALL

WHEELCHAIR BASKETBALL – Needs team boosters and

BARB’S

DOG

RESCUE

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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) FOR SALE CAR FOR SALE – American owned 2001 Mitsubishi 4x4, white, sun roof, cold AC. Runs strong with really COLD AC. Clear AZ title. $2800.00 dollars firm. In Rocky Point (602) 3249558. (#ES-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) 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) BEACH FRONT PRIVATE HOMES – **Budget, Family & Pet Freidly rentals. Playa Encanto Pristine Beaches. (480) 495-5207. guethles59@gmail.com. (#KG-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) 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)

MUSEUMS THE (FRIDAY) SEASHELL MUSEUM – Small Private collection. Free admission. Open Fridays 10 am to 5 pm. Map at: www.seashellmuseum.com. July, Aug. & Sept. by Appt. only. (#NB-1) PEST CONTROL PREDADOR - TERMITES, cockroaches, mosquitoes, flies, bees, fire ants, fleas, scorpions, spiders, rats, ants, mice. We have our Federal License. English spoken. Call Juan Mendivil, owner at 383-8787. 24hr emergency phone dial (044 - 638) 113-0691. (#126-1) REAL ESTATE SERVICES TWIN DOLPHINS – Blvd. Fremont, next to Red Cross. Mexico (638) 383-3919 US (602) 324-7241. (#140-1) ROCKY POINT REALTY GROUP – Jonni Francis at Paseo Las Glorias, across from Peñasco del Sol. Mexico (638) 382-5355 US (602) 334-4134. (#140-2) SERVICES SATELLITE TV – Sales, service & installation. Residential & Commercial (638) 103-5317 Mex Cel. (602) 635-2246 Vonage. (#157-2) BRENDA LEE DESIGN – Customized Interiors, window treatments. Cel (602) 909-9146. www.brendaleedesign.com. (#157-5) 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.

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

CALLING WITHIN MEXICO

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

LOCAL CELLULAR PHONES

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

CELL PHONES OUTSIDE OF PP

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

U.S. AREA CODES & VOIP LINES

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

INDEX A

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 American Home Services.....................(520) 303-1016 American Legion...........................................388-8841 Animal Adoption Center.......................638-383-1012 ............................................................(602) 412-3932 Arizona Realty........................................520-387-8787 Art Stop & Plaza Gallery............................520-387-6858

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

C Candy Cake.........................................638-383-2673 Canvas................................................638-383-1161 Chef Mickey's Place...........................(638) 388-9500 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 Cielito Lindo Restaurant................(638) 108-2100 Ext. 7 Círculo B...........................................638-382-8512 Colins Cantina...............................................382-8020 Clippers Barber Shop............................(638) 100-0982

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

Ecofun Rentals.........................................388-9699 Eddie Wharez.....................383-8633/602-324-9328

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

Galeria del Mar Bermejo...........................383-3488 Galeria Luis y Gaby.......................................383-7174 Georgina Ross.......................................638-388-5322 .............................................................(520) 265-3789 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

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

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Imagen Oral..................................................388-7953 InnSuites Hotels and Suites U.S. Toll Free......................................888-INNSUITES Inspections 4U..........(623) 330-6968/(638) 382-5469 INTERCAM..............................................388-1191 International Insurance....................623-551-8501 Iron City Polaris..................................(602) 272-5551 JJ’s Cantina...................................................383-2785 John Hibbert Realty Ex...........................638-380-5112 John Witt Realty Ex.................................623-523-2180 Joyeria Max...........................................388-5512 Jungle Juice.........................................(638) 107-1869 Kaffeehaus.............................................388-1065 Kilombo.................................................638-388-5339 Kord’s Auto Care...............................520-387-6962 Kyle Wood..............................................480-297-8079

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

Made in Puerto Peñasco................044-638-380-8233 Mar de Cortez Rentals....................................388-8747 Mare Blu Ristorante.......................................383-0605 Maria Ituarte......................................(602) 883-6634 Mariachis & Tequila...............................(638) 383-1499 Mark Paliscak.......................................(602) 526-7478 Mayan Palace Golf Course........................383-GOLF Max’s Cafe..................................................383-1011 Max Jeweler...............................................388-5512 Mermaid’s Market.................................388-5004 Mexican Beach Developers.......................383-6099 or.....................044-638-384-7145/520-777-0018 Mexican Vistas Co..........382-5400/044-638-384-6445 or...........................................................623-698-0117 Mexico Insurance Center..................1-800-404-1088 Mic Mickey's...............................(638) 383-8928 Mirsa Tile........................................638-383-6770 Muebles Coloniales....................................383-6670 Muebles Imperiales......................................383-6480 or.......................................................714-395-4117

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

N-O 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

P Pablo Realty........................383-8657/602-288-8687 Pane e Vino Restaurant................044-638-105-7455 Pedro’s Restaurant.......................044-638-105-5166 Peninsula de Cortes Golf Course..................383-GOLF Peñasco Beauty Center...............................383-1086 Peñasco Marine.........................................383-3700 Pink Cadillac........................................383-5880 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

Q&R Real Consulting.....................................638-383-3546 .......................................................U.S. 602-412-3598 Realty Executives...........................602-283-9800 or.................................................638-388-1295 Rebecca & Rene Palomino....................(520) 407-6086 Reincom..........................................638-102-0065 Repeat Performance.........................520-387-4948 Rey del Mar................................................383-5490 Richard Savino................................638-380-4272 or......................................................480-707-3822 Rocky Point BBQ House..........................(638) 100-6886 Rocky Point Best Real Estate..................480-478-4784 Rocky Point Calendar..................see Mexican Vistas 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

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 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 & Associates Attorneys................(480) 467-4611 Tapia, Miguel......................................602-266-0225 Tekila Bar.....................................044-638-107-5863 Tequila Factory..............................................388-0606 The Print Shop....................................520-387-6858 The Horny Toad....................................(480) 488-9542 Tommy Thomas Home Inspections..044-638-110-4728 or.........................................................602-748-4134 Tony’s Cafe...............................044-638-690-1589 Tourist Assistance Unit..................................382-8413 Tucson Sonoran Express.......................(520) 954-2556 Turati Optical..............................................383-4645 Twin Dolphins Real Estate and Rentals......383-3919 or........................................................602-324-7241 T&T International Law Group..............602-465-6556

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

W 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

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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

Jungle Juice (638) 107-1869

Cheiky’s Pizza 383-3627 Closed Wed.

Sushi Sun 383-2772

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

Pedro's Restaurant (638) 105-5166

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

Pet Friendly

HOTELS

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

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

EVENTS CALENDAR JULY 2018 CHECK OUR FACEBOOK PAGE FOR THE LATEST EVENTS! Wednesday 4th • Independence Day. Happy 4th of July! Thursday 5th • Puerto Peñasco's Youth Orchestra and Choir 6 p.m., at the Municipal Auditorium across from City Hall on Benito Juarez. Friday 6th • Puerto Peñasco's Youth Orchestra and Choir 6 p.m., at the Municipal Auditorium across from City Hall on Benito Juarez. Saturday 7th • 4-8PM - Mexican Luau at the Satisfied Frog (In Old Port, next to Hotel Viña del Mar) Prizes, Drink & Food Specials. AUGUST 2018 Wednesday 1st • Happy Birthday Alicia! Thursday 30th • 43rd SCMA Three Flags Classic. For more info visit www.sc-ma.com Friday 31 • 43rd SCMA Three Flags Classic. For more info visit www.sc-ma.com st

SEPTEMBER 2018 Saturday 1st • 43rd SCMA Three Flags Classic. For more info visit www.sc-ma.com

Sunday 2nd • 43rd SCMA Three Flags Classic. For more info visit www.sc-ma.com Monday 3rd • Labor Day • 43rd SCMA Three Flags Classic. For more info visit www.sc-ma.com Tuesday 4th • 43rd SCMA Three Flags Classic. For more info visit www.sc-ma.com OCTOBER 2018 Saturday 6th • One Club Open Friday 19th • Angler of the Year Phase II (Cholla Bay) Saturday 20th • Angler of the Year Phase II (Cholla Bay) Sunday 21st • Angler of the Year Phase II (Cholla Bay) Friday 26th • Cornhole Tournament (Cholla Bay) Saturday 27th • Cornhole Tournament (Cholla Bay) Sunday 28th • Cornhole Tournament (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. 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! 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 3820113 for more info. 4PM CEDO Nature Talk in Spanish CBSC – Cholla Bay Sportsmen’s Club meets once a month (on Tues. or Sat.). 4PM Peñasco Singles Happy Hour, every Tuesday at Playa Bonita Resort. 8PM Cinemartes - Art Film Nights at Cafe Puerto Viejo in Old Port. 2PM - Powerball Bingo at the American Legion Post MX 15. 2pm. Cost $7 dlls for 6 games. WEDNESDAYS SOBS – South of the Border Singles meet every Wednesday for Happy Hour at Playa Bonita Resort. First Wednesday of every month is business meeting. 10AM Alcoholics Anonymous meets (English) (See Pg. 42). 11AM – Horseshoe Tournament at the Pithaya in El Mirador. 3PM Shooter Bingo at Playa Bonita RV Park Social Club. $6.00 for 6 games with money payouts for each game. Join us each Wednesday in our air conditioned club house. 5PM – AA meets (Spanish). 6PM Alcoholics Anonymous meets (Spanish) (See Pg. 42). PINK CADILLAC - swim up bar, open Wed. thru Sun. 2PM till close. Burgers, pizza and more. THURSDAYS 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. Cost $7 dlls for 6 games. Latitude 31º - Card games and other games. FRIDAYS 10AM Alcoholics Anonymous meets (English) (See Pg. 42). PINK CADILLAC - swim up bar, open Wed. thru Sun. 2PM till close. Burgers, pizza and more during the summer months. 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. Seashell Museum (Free admission) Open every Friday 10am to 5pm. (638) 388-6559. Seashell Museum by Naomi & Russ Black. Open from 10am to 5pm. July thur Sept. by Appointment only. Address: 114 Ramon Figueroa Col. Lopez Portillo. SATURDAYS 2PM CEDO Free Nature Talk in Spanish and Tour of their facility in Las Conchas. Fun experience for the entire family. Call 382-0113 for info. 4PM CEDO Nature Talk in English PINK CADILLAC - swim up bar, open Wed. thru Sun. 2PM till close. Burgers, pizza and more during the summer months. 2PM - Powerball Bingo at the American Legion Post MX 15. 2pm. Cost $7 dlls for 6 games. SUNDAYS 9AM Non-Denominational Worship Services with Family of God. Located on Blvd. Costera N 2000A. Everyone welcome. Church Office: 383-3480. 3PM Dart Tournament at the Pink Cadillac. Church Service at 10:00AM Bilingual Service with Peñasco Christian Fellowship located 1 blk east of Josefa Ortiz de D. on Melchor Ocampo. Phone: (011-52-638) 383-4513. San Jose Mission Church- in Cholla Bay. Bilingual Catholic Mass. At 8am every Sunday. All our welcome.

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BARB’S DOG RESCUE NEWSLETTER “Help Us Help Them” Dog Food Needed: Again? By Bo & Linda Bernard

A MOUNTAIN OF FOOD Check out our first July photo. Sometimes a picture really is worth a thousand words!

on. As you can imagine, a consistent diet of high protein food is so important for the health and welfare of the dogs. While we appreciatively accept all food donations, Welton’s on Benito Juarez carries both the Kirkland dry and canned food that we prefer for uniformity in nutrition and digestion. An alternative is the Purina Dog Chow in the green and purple bags from Sam’s.

MEET BRUTUS

It took 20 minutes of multiple trips to and from the storage room and more than a little June sweat to set this picture up. That’s a lot of dog food, right? Easily as big as the pet food aisle at the grocery store in Ajo. Amazingly, the 120 pounds of puppy chow, 200 pounds of adult chow, 48 twelveounce cans of wet food, and a large box of dog treats get Barb and her volunteers through (are you ready?) just one day of food for the 200+ puppies, mothers, and other adult dogs currently residing at the Rescue. And that doesn’t include the special meals of boiled chicken and rice for the animals in recovery or formula for the abandoned newborns. Now, multiply that times 365 days a year. You, the community of supporters of Barb’s Dog Rescue, are the reason we are able to provide food, shelter and care for these homeless animals. So, yes, we come to you again…and again, hoping you will continue your generous support of our mission that so many canine lives depend

Brutus is a healthy four-month old mix. Like most pups, he is playful, affectionate, and looking forward to finding his forever home. What stands out most, however, is his intelligence and resourcefulness. Brutus is at the perfect age to begin his training and to create that wonderful puppy/owner bond that can last a lifetime. Visit Barb’s Dog Rescue to meet Brutus and his host of furry friends. As always, Barb wishes to thank all who have contributed food, money or time. She could not continue her good work without you. Most of all, she holds a special place in her heart for those kindred souls who are willing to open their home and hearts to rescue dogs.

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

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Mexican Beach Vendor By Dan McWhitis

Even “old salts” are apprehensive when confronted with Mexico’s determined beach vendors. These are the native workers usually dressed in colorful garb that hike up and down the sand selling a variety of almost anything from small furniture, jewelry, blankets, wood carvings and souvenirs. Trust me, by definition souvenirs is a word painted with a broad-brush. These encounters can be fun and can save beach-lovers valuable time buying I-was-there gifts to take home to family & friends. At one spot located in the Mirador our group has taken a liking to an old wheelchairbound guy that hocks beautiful multicolored blankets. I call him “Capitan Eskimo,” he has the ability to sell blankets even in the heat of the long summer. His presentation usually starts with a friendly, “Almost free.” It’s a hoot shopping with these determined purveyors of the beach and remember if you buy nothing else we all have a spot at home for a replica of a painted skull. How does one barter with these agents of the sand? In my experience most vendors at first are going to hit you with a take-your-breath-away opening high price, but if interested try countering with 25% of his or her outlandish number.

The vendor may then drop to 50% of the original offer. This will open the door for a deal to be wrapped-up at a price someplace between 25% and 50% of the original offering price. This has worked for me. It is also important to consider what time of day and when in the week you’re wanting to conduct business. You won’t normally get any deals on the first couple

of days of a holiday week, but you might on the last day of that week. How do you get rid of the vendor that plops down in front of you and begins to set-up a display of merchandise? If you’re not interested simply thank the vendor in Spanish or English and return to your cocktail. Beware, hesitation, may run the risk of one being mauled by a myriad of vendors sensing your lack of resistance. Another category of vendors working the beaches are those selling services. These guys and gals usually wear khakis, tennis shoes and short sleeve shirts. They offer services ranging from specials at restaurants, Cuban cigars, fishing & diving excursions, tours and a variety of more unconventional items (another broad brush). You can recognize them because they normally carry a small notebook containing information and promotional materials. When looking around my home recently I was curious about my purchases at the beach. I’ve got wall art, rugs, several blankets, vases, bowls, shells, a TV stand and a few pieces of exotic stuff. In my office up on the shelf I’ve even got a likeness of a painted skull. Yep, just had to have it. Of course slamming booze during late afternoons might have had something to do with these weighty purchases.

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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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