Rocky Point Times March 2014 by Rocky Point Services

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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! MONTHLY CIRCULATION/DISTRIBUTION Our newspapers are hand delivered in Puerto Peñasco, Mexico and in the U.S. to Lukeville, Ajo, Gila Bend, Phoenix, Scottsdale, Peoria, Prescott, and Tempe, Arizona. We bulk mail to over 500 monthly subscribers. SUBSCRIPTIONS Subscriptions are bulk mailed from Lukeville, AZ every month. A 1 Yr. Subscription is $35 (12 issues). Please send a check with your name and address to: S. O’Hare, PO Box 887, Lukeville, AZ 85341. ADVERTISING IN THE ROCKY POINT TIMES We offer display and classifieds ads. LOW Ad prices are in USD, charged per month, and do not include I.V.A. Contracts available. AD DEADLINE 10th of the month, preceeding publication CLASSIFIEDS ADS $15 USD for 25 words • 20¢ per word thereafter 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 & FAX from the U.S. dial (011-52-638) 383-6325 Local dial 383-6325; Fax: 383-5193 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 Rita Pizarro, Rosarie Salerno, Lonesome Lui, Dave & Debby Penn, Nancy Phelan, Cap ‘n Greg, Anita K., Zack & Mark Paliscak, Sandy Spain, Eddie Wharez, Gretchen Ellinger, Linda Sharp, Rob Baylor, Bruce Baldwin, Joe Houchin, Miguel Tapia, Dr. Sidhartha Hindú ROCKY POINT TIMES STAFF Tom O’Hare - Editor/Publisher Sandra O’Hare - Managing Editor Lannette Phipps - Graphic Artist 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 PRINTING The Rocky Point Times is printed in Mexico PHOTO & ARTICLE SUBMISSION Upbeat, fun, and interesting articles and photos always welcome. Please include an SASE if you would like it returned. Email or SnailMail your article/photo to us. Please include your contact info. in the event we need to reach you. Feel free to contact us prior to sending your items to make sure they are in the right format. The Rocky Point Times reserves the right not to print any article or photo, and to edit content as the Editor sees fit. We do not guarantee placement, but do make every effort, so please note any special requests you may have. 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.

I know the question on everyone’s mind this month is, “What the heck is that Marlin doing at the entrance to Calle 13?” Well, years and years ago there was a place called Hotel Playa Hermosa which was located where Peñasco del Sol is now – in and around that general area – before the port and hotel and commercial spaces were there. It was possibly the best hotel in town and according to our good friend, Enrique, when tourists asked about a place to stay, the common answer was, “look for the marlin” or “turn at the marlin”. And he also tells us that there indeed used to be Marlin in the waters out around Puerto Peñasco, hence the beautiful Marlin statue. Whether or not this is the actual reason for the Marlin Monument, it’s a good story and we’ll stick to it. The Marlin is indeed beautiful and even better at night, but the marlin has seemed to cause problems for vehicles. It now seems that you cannot turn left onto Calle 13 from the south, off Blvd. Benito Juarez. For as long as I can remember you have always been able to turn left there, and this will no doubt cause much confusion and a traffic nightmare. But as is the case with many “new” traffic installations such as topes, stop signs and stop lights, it seems like a good idea at the time, until the masses rebel and the city planners realize they’ve made a mistake and will reverse this. We can only hope that this is the case otherwise we will have to turn at the Circle K at Calle 11 on Benito Juarez and cut over on Luis Encinas just to get onto Calle 13. It is baffling, but one of those things that we have to just laugh at until it is corrected. Calle 13 is still a 2-way street so it really makes no sense. Nor does all of the parking on Calle 12, with the (over 50) palm trees. I suspect there is a larger master plan somewhere in the works. Our weather has been absolutely gorgeous this “winter”. While temperatures are in the 80s in Arizona, we remain in the low to mid70s. Perfect for getting out and seeing all of the new businesses and changes around town. To mention a few: Crazy Ed’s Satisfied Frog is open

now, and located at the end of the Malecon and they invite you for Friday Night Tequila Sunsets. If you didn’t know, they were the owners of the restaurant of same name in Cave Creek which I did happen to visit a time or two. Another favorite place of mine in Scottsdale was Duke’s and they are now in Peñasco as well. Pretty cool. I am supposed to let you know that Giuseppi’s has “Italian Night” every Friday so you should go check it out. I’m sure Sandy is penning her “Eats” column for April so I don’t have to plug up the Editorial with all of the places she has eaten lately (there are a lot of them). Anew bar/ grill, Hunters, located behind Licores Teña is getting some talk of late. Sandy was told to order the fruity drink “Casuela” – only order one to start because it is enough for two people. On a final note: Gloria’s Beauty Salon, which has been here in Peñasco since 1969, would like everyone to know that all of her services are done in her salon. Apparently there are people giving massages on the beach saying that they represent Gloria’s Salon, which they do not. Odds and Ends…

• The Cruise Ship Home Port is coming along quickly and may be open sooner than we think. • ATM’s that give U.S. Dollars are located at the Sonoran Sea and at Banorte on Fremont. • The El Golfo Run will go on and is slated for May 16th, 17th, and 18th, the full moon weekend. • I want to remind everyone that we do have a dry cleaner in town – Biosphera, who does an excellent job with all our clothes. And they do wash AND ironing, too. • Jill’s Consign & Design is still around and

has some fantastic items. They are now locted on Blvd. Fremont between Josefa and Sinaloa, north side. Just a few things of note. If you would like

more information you can call Alicia or Sandy at the Rocky Point Times Office at 383-6325 and get directions or more info. And, if you would like to attend the El Golfo Run please let Alicia or Sandy know by phone or email at rockypointtimes@yahoo.com. I would like to thank everyone for their patience as this paper will be a few days late. We had a little problem at the office – important papers were taken and a computer wiped clean which threw us back a few days between trying to recover the information and litigation. Next month we should be back on track. I would also like to mention that we have an awesome new salesman, Marco Zepeda. He is such a nice and honest person and if you own a business in Rocky Point you will be getting a visit from him. So, now there are three people that represent the Rocky Point Times Newspaper; Sandy, Alicia, and Mario. I guess I do too, but they won’t let me add my name to the list (yet). If you have been to Rocky Point lately you will notice brightly painted S.O.S. stations along Hwy 8. I didn’t count the first half of the trip, but I believe there are about 10 of them along the highway. They are placed close to Peñasco and Sonoyta and I am hoping that there will be more placed in the 30 or so bare miles in the middle of the desert where they will really be needed. You can’t miss them (see the photo). They are powered by solar and have an emergency call button, a can for recyclable trash and one for regular trash, as well as a tank for what we assume is radiator water. These have been needed for a very long time and will help many travelers in distress. The Green Angel truck will still patrol the highway, so if you are in an area where there are no emergency stations then pop the hood of your vehicle and the mobile maintenance truck will be by shortly. Please stay with your vehicle and do not wander in the desert – someone will be by to assist you. There is so much to say this month, but I have to cut it short so please check our Facebook page (Rocky Point Times Newspaper) for the latest content, events and goings-on in Rocky Point. Come down and enjoy our fantastic weather. As Tom O’Hare would sign off… Just another day in paradise.

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(52) Mexico’s Country Code (638) Puerto Peñasco’s City Code

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. U.S. cells may vary - check with your service provider. AT&T Viva Mexico Plan works best.

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INDEX A

A bit of Shangrila RV........................480-225-6546 Acqua Spa..........................388-5382/623-207-9275 Ajo Plaza...........................................520-387-5044 Ajo Satellite Sales..............................520-387-4846 Aleman, Victor................................044-638-105-7839 Amazon Window Covering.........................623-925-8199 Anchor Storage....044-638-102-0049/602-512-1761 Arizona Realty......................................520-387-8787 Aztec Sol Beauty & Spa.............................383-3656 or................................................044-638-113-0133

Babycatchers and Company.......................602-769-2615 Beauty Design Studio by Gloria.........................383-8500 Bill Paying Service by Patricia Perez...................383-5737 Biosfera Dry Cleaners.........................................383-1667 Bonita RV Park........................................................383-1400 Bórquez, Ricardo, Atty................388-6110/520-407-6756 Brooks, Dee...........................................................383-3919 Brothers Pizza....................................................383-3712

Casa de Carolina Rentals.................................383-5482 Chef Mickey Medina.......388-6844/044-638-386-4736 Chochoy Veterinary........................................383-2338 C.H.O.P.P.S................................................480-648-7689 Clínica Dental Fernández...............044-638-112-6600 or.......................................................520-284-0277 Coldwell Banker by the Sea...388-8999/602-425-5133 Contra Plagas............383-8787/044-638-110-1625

D’Lucy Spa.................383-1471/044-638-105-8993 DDS Fernandez.........................................383-8550 Dental Enciso............388-9100/044-638-105-3064 Desert Diamond Casino.............................866-DDC-WINS Dr. Andres Sidhartha Hindu P....388-5382/623-207-9275 Dr. Grijalva, D.D.S.................................................383-3434 Dr. Vazquez, M.D........................................383-3014 Don Julio Bar & Grill......................................388-0056 Duke’s Restaurant-Bar.......................044-638-104-0338 or...................................................044-638-380-6650

Eddie Wharez............................383-8633/602-324-9328 El Grecos Gyros................................044-638-112-9692 El Rapidin......................................................388-6775

Family of God................................................383-3480 Fortaleza del Sol.......................................044-638-110-9519 Francis, Jonni.......................................044-638-112-1197

Gaby Salon Unisex.......383-3096/044-638-100-8641 Galeria del Mar Bermejo.................................383-3488 Galeria Luis y Gaby..........................................383-7174 Garden Art.............................................520-577-2728 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 Golf Course at the Mayan Palace..................383-GOLF

Gracida, Roberto.........................520-232-2165 or......................................011-52-622-226-2200 Gretchen Ellinger...............383-1425/602-317-3881 or......................................................044-638-384-0458 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 Service U.S. Toll Free...........866-443-2368/602-971-0166 Hotel Viña del Mar.............................383-0100 or...............................................................602-606-7768 U.S. Toll Free................................01-800-560-2123

I-J-K

Imagen Oral..................................................388-7953 InnSuites Hotels and Suites U.S. Toll Free........................................888-INNSUITES JJ’s Cantina...................................................383-2785 Joyeria Max...........................................388-5512 Kaffeehaus.............................................388-1065 Kord’s Auto Care...............................520-387-6962 Ky l e Wo o d . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4 8 0 - 2 9 7 - 8 0 7 9

La Casa del Capitan Restaurant....................383-5698 La Cita Café...............................................383-2270 La Cocina de Ramon........388-5362/044-638-112-0350 La Fondita...............................................383-8384 La Siesta Motel................................520-387-6569 La Spa de Peñasco.................................382-8111 Laguna Shores Golf & Country Club..................383-4670 U.S. Toll Free.........................................800-513-1426 Lighthouse Restaurant, The........................383-2389 L.C.P. Cristian Felix..................................602-464-3365 Lily’s Restaurant.........................................383-1485 Living Stones Ministry....................................480-243-8452 Long Realty.........................388-0009/602-281-4288 Lowery’s Installation...........382-5095/928-474-3157 Lloyds Rocky Point Shuttle And Tours............................ ..........................(623) 551-568-9001/1-866-568-9001 Lucky’s Cantina..........................................383-8420

Made in Puerto Peñasco................044-638-380-8233 Madre del Mar........................................520-407-6394 Manny’s Beach Club.........................383-3605/383-3215 Mar de Cortez Rentals........................................388-8747 Mare Blu Ristorante........................................383-0605 María Romero.........................................(928) 683-2577 or....................................................01-800-560-2123 Mayan Palace Golf Course................................383-GOLF Max Jeweler.................................................388-5512 Mexican Beach Developers....383-6099/044-638-384-7145 or..............................................................520-777-0018 Mexican Vistas Co..........382-5400/044-638-384-6445 or...................................................................623-698-0117 Mexico Bonito Bill Paying Service....................383-5737 Muebles Imperiales............................................383-6480 or.......................................................714-395-4117

N-O

Napa Auto (Ajo)........................................24 HOUR TOW .................................................(520) 387-4TOW (387-4869) Oasis Café................................................520-387-4455 Optica Turati................................................383-4645 Organic Life.................................................382-5039

Pablo Realty.......................383-8657/602-288-8687 Pane e Vino Restaurant.................044-638-105-7455 Pealachi..................................................638-102-1110 Peninsula de Cortes Golf Course...........................383-GOLF Peñasco Marine................................................383-3700 Peñasco Beauty Center....................................383-1086 Petals & Perfums..............................................383-5758 Pizarrro, Rita..........................388-8030/044-638-386-5203 Playa Bonita Resort.............................383-2586/383-2199 Playa Paloma....................................................480-244-9990 U.S. Toll Free...................................................888-232-8142 Mexico Toll Free.........................................01-800-426-6482 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 Premium Services....................383-5758/602-476-1187 Puerta Privada......................383-1020/480-445-9200 Puesta del Sol Restaurant..................................383-2586

Q&R

Realty Executives..................383-4699/602-334-4134 Regina Seafood Restaurant........044-638-119-1014 or..................................................044-638-118-3077 Remote Accountant LLC In Rocky Point VOIP......................(630) 839-9129 Rocky Point BBQ................383-4676/602-507-7766 Rocky Point Calendar....................see Mexican Vistas Rocky Point Cleaning...............................383-7325 Rocky Point Times Newspaper.....................383-6325 or..........................................................480-463-6255 Fax...........................................................383-5193 Roll-A-Shield......................382-5095/928-474-3157

Salerno, Rosarie...................383-8417/044-638-384-7145 or...............................................................520-777-0018 Sanborns Insurance....................U.S. Toll Free 800-222-0158 Sarina Fitness..........................................602-999-9727 Seaside Window Coverings..................................383-5181 Sea Side Reservations..............383-7795/1-888-262-4508 Servicios Medicos Veterinarios........................383-3344 Si Como No! Etc.......................................520-387-7080 Si I Do! Wedding Planners................................388-8238 Siana Boat Charter..............................044-638-105-5013 Silva, Yolanda Insurance......................................383-6280 Soluciones de Energia Azul ..................................388-1114 Sonoran Resorts.........................................602-476-7511 Sushi Sun Restaurant..............................................383-2772

Tapia, Miguel..........................................602-266-0225 Teriyaki Sun....................................................388-7272

Tessoro at Las Conchas.......................................388-6288 The Print Shop.........................................520-387-6858 The Lighthouse Restaurant.................................383-2389 Thunder on The Beach Sports Bar & Restaurant ......................................................................388-9605 Tom Thomas Home Inspection....044-638-110-4728 or.........................................................602-748-4134 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 Vanilla Copali............................................383-4174 Vazquez, Luis, MD..........................................383-3014 Venshur...................U.S. Toll Free 1-888-524-4107 or.........................Mexico Toll Free 01-800-841-3553 Victor Aleman.................................044-638-105-7839 Viña del Mar Hotel.............383-0100/602-606-7768

Western Outdoor Times..........................(480) 947-6219 Wharez, Eddie..........................383-8633/(602) 324-9328

X -Y - Z

Xochitl’s Cafe (Sally’s Cholla Cafe).........................382-5283 Yolanda Silva Insurance.................................383-6280 ZaGas..............................................................383-8100

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

066 for EMERGENCIES

AIR AMBULANCE (dial within Mexico) AirEvac............................................................001-880-321-9522 SkyMed Air Ambulance.................................001-866-805-9624 AIRPORTS International.................................................under construction Municipal......................................................................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 Gonzalez AmeriClinic....................................................388-7676 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 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 Brother’s Pizza 383-3712

Juniors Restaurant 388-9461

Cheiky’s Pizza 383-3627, Closed Wed.

La Cita Cafe 383-2270

Cocina Express 383-8358 Mon.-Sat. 10am-8pm Sun. 12pm-7pm

La Duela Pizza 388-4414, Closed Wed.

Domino’s Pizza 383-3838 7 days 10am-8pm El Condor Pizza 388-5383 7 days, 12pm-10pm FEDE’S 383-3419 (044-638) 100-5834 12pm-5pm, Closed Sun. Figaro Pizza 383-1411

Sushi Sun 383-2772 TIKI Fresh Foods (044-638) 105-8001 (044-638) 112-0996 9am-9pm, Closed. Sun. Tortas San Luis 388-6405, 7 days, 9am-9pm Yummi Salads (044-638) 113-8822 Zuquin Cakes 383-3250 (044-638) 105-4389 7 days, 9am-5pm

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 El Mirador Local Phone (011-52-638) 383-6333 ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------Hotel Viña del Mar In Old Port at the end of the Malecon Local 383-3600 or 383-0100 www.vinadelmarhotel.com ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------Madre del Mar (with permission) US dial (520) 407-6394 or (520) 303-7530 ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------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

San Lazaro Pet Clinic 383-3344 (2 Locations) Blvd. Sonora & Galeana (west of Josefa) Calle 26 (near RR tracks)

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EVENTS CALENDAR MARCH 2014 EVERYDAY American Legion Post MX-15 open from 8am-8pm in El Mirador in the old Los Juanes Restaurant. MONDAYS 10AM Alcoholics Anonymous meets (English). 6PM Alcoholics Anonymous meets (Spanish). TUESDAYS 2PM CEDO Free Public Talk in English and Tour of their facility in Las Conchas. Look for the giant Fin Whale Skeleton. Fun experience for the entire family. Phone 382-0113 for more info. 4PM CEDO Nature Talk in Spanish CBSC – Cholla Bay Sportsmen’s Club meets once a month (on Tues. or Sat.). 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). 1PM – Horseshoes at the Pithaya in El Mirador. 3PM Shooter Bingo at Playa Bonita RV Park Social Club. $6.00 for 6 games with money payouts for each game. After each game, a shooter number is called, if you have this number you get a “shooter” of tequila or ?? Join us each Wednesday in our air conditioned club house. 5PM – AA meets (Spanish). 6PM Alcoholics Anonymous meets (Spanish). THURSDAYS 3PM Dart Tournament at the Pink Cadillac in El Mirador. All welcome. 4PM The Connection meets at The Light House. 4PM Bingo (Loteria) at Casa Hogar, Home for the Elderly. Everyone welcome to participate. Darts and Cards at the Sunset Cantina FRIDAYS 8AM Alcoholics Anonymous “Freebirds” newcomers/book study meeting. Call 3825001 for more info. Live Music at The Lighthouse Restaurant. 5PM ALANON English speaking meeting at 48 Campeche & Manuel Arista (next to Galindo’s Café) at the Passport AA Club. Call Donna (044-638) 109-3766 or email mmdonnadonna@aol.com for more info. 5PM ALANON PASSPOR CLUB 6:00 pm. Latin Dance Lessons at Peñasco Fitness Center (044-638) 106-3619 or email penascofitness@gmail.com 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 10AM Alcoholics Anonymous meets (English) 6PM AA meets (Spanish). Live Music at The Lighthouse Restaurant. SUNDAYS 9AM Non-Denominational Worship Services with Family of God. Located on Blvd. Costera N 2000A. Everyone welcome. Church Office: 383-3480. 9AM Alcoholics Anonymous Meets (English). 10AM Alcoholics Anonymous meets (English). 3PM Dart Tournament at the Pink Cadillac. Church Service at 10:00AM Bilingual Service with Peñasco Christian Fellowship located 1 blk east of Josefa Ortiz de D. on Melchor Ocampo. Experience worship with both American & Mexican Christians! Phone: (01152-638) 383-4513.

CHECK OUR FACEBOOK PAGE FOR THE LATEST EVENTS! Saturday 1st • American Legion Post MX15 - Community Garage Sale, bring your table, sell your junk. • CBSC Casino /Game Night 6:30PM $20dlls for Yer Grub, Gambling and Chugging. • MERMAID’S MARKET Arts and Crafts. Showcasing local artisans. First and Third Saturdays 10AM-3PM. Shrimp Plaza (Benito Juarez and Freemont). Thursday 13th • CBSC 59th Annual Fishing Derby Phase 1 Friday 14th • CBSC 59th Annual Fishing Derby Phase 1 Saturday 15th • CBSC 59th Annual Fishing Derby Phase 1 • 1PM Glamis Status Sand drags – Off Road $10dlls General admission. (Under 12yrs Free) at the Reef. • MERMAID’S MARKET Arts and Crafts. Showcasing local artisans. First and Third Saturdays 10AM-3PM. Shrimp Plaza (Benito Juarez and Freemont). Sunday 16th • CBSC 59th Annual Fishing Derby Phase 1 Monday 17th • Natalicio de Benito Juárez • St. Patricks Day Tuesday 18th • Ajo Exhibit at Plaza Gallery opens this evening. Saturday 22nd • Ajo Annual Sonora Shindig in the Plaza. Saturday 29th • Dirty Beach Mud Run 10am at Sandy Beach. Monday 31st • Red Hat Ladies Luncheon, 1PM at Pink Cadillac in the Mirador. Call BRENDA (044638) 386-9197 for Info. APRIL Saturday 5 • CBSC 7th Annual Horseshoe Tournament • MERMAID’S MARKET Arts and Crafts. Showcasing local artisans. First and Third Saturdays 10AM-3PM. Shrimp Plaza (Benito Juarez and Freemont). th

Friday 11th • CBSC 59th Annual Fishing Derby Phase 2 Saturday 12th • CBSC 59th Annual Fishing Derby Phase 2 Sunday 13th • Palm Sunday Friday 18 • Viernes Santo th

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Dudes and Grizzly Bears

By Rob Baylor

In one of my previous stories I told of my friend the horse wrangler D.K. He had a job at one of the guest lodges on the outskirts of the Bob Marshall Wilderness in Montana. That is where I’m from in another life. Cold! Snow! Don’t want those cuss words anymore! Anyway, DK would take guests on horseback into the “BOB” as it was sometimes called to fish or hunt. They would ride twenty six miles to his camp, on a trail one foot wide, across swift running creeks, up and down mountains, crossing shale rock slides and on the edge of cliffs, hoping that the horse or mule wouldn’t step wrong and fall down. They would sleep in tents on army cots in their sleeping bags, warmed by an old potbellied stove in which the fire would burn out in the middle of the night! Did I mention cold and snow? DK could recite cowboy poetry for hours on the way in and it took their minds off of the task at hand, keeping the horse pointed in the right direction, not falling off in the middle of the creek or when the horse jumped a log across the trail. How he remembered all the words is amazing. I guess if he made some of the words up nobody would know because they were busy trying to stay on their horse! Now most of these guests were Dudes and had never ridden a horse and, of those who had ridden, this was a different situation here in the mountains. Twenty six miles is a long ride. It took about eight hours of steady going. Oh, the saddle sores and the tired butts! It takes one entire day to get the legs working again. The Forest Service sets the rules in a wilderness area and power tools like chain saws and generators are not allowed. To have firewood it has to be chopped and sawed with a two-man hand crosscut saw. Guess who gets on each end of a saw? The wrangler and his helpers are busy putting the horses away. The wood is cut quite a ways from the camp to maintain the aesthetics, so how does it get to the tents and the ever hungry stoves? Of course, the Dudes carry it. No wood equals cold nights, and no fire in the cook stove for the cook to feed them. Finally the horses have been rubbed down, the wood is in the tents and cook tent, the lanterns are lit and now is the time for a little (lot) of libation or in other words, BOOZE. Having a little sip and smelling the aroma of the food. Life is good! “What is that noise”? DK jumps up, grabs his rifle and runs out of the tent and the Dudes hear him saying something like Grizzly!! He has been telling them about the Grizzlies all day. Hair is standing straight out on the back of their necks and nobody says anything. The camp cook is standing there facing the tent flaps with a big knife in her hand and an expression of fright on her face. Then DK comes back in and explains that he chased it off. His type of ghost stories! Got their attention though! They ate their food in almost silence. Time for bed, stoke up the fire, turn off the lantern, and crawl into the sleeping bag to

think about the Grizzly. “What is that noise”? They hurry to light the lantern, as if that will scare off a bear that wants to eat them. He missed supper you know, what with DK chasing him with a gun! Fires are going out, lanterns are running out of fuel and the fuel can is in the cook tent. “I’m not going out there” one guy says. “Wait, what’s that noise”? “Sounds like wolves to me” says the other. “Here take your gun and go see. I saw the cook take the garbage out to dump it in the garbage pile. What happens when they eat all that”? What is that old song, “the coyotes are howling and the doggies are balling out on the lone prairie”? Suns up. Not soon enough though. Time for some breakfast, there is everything from bacon to pancakes and eggs, ham, and taters. Just like in the city. “How are your eggs”? Correct answer is a little runny, but that’s the way I like them. Don’t make the cook mad. Dishes are done. Saddle up to ride out on a hunt. Just got the legs and other equipment straightened out. Oh, how I wish the sevenday trip was over! DK told me about a fishing trip to camp with some Dudes one summer. When they showed up at the lodge he saw that one of them was a man of great proportion as in four hundred pounds if not more. He assigned him Alpo loser, an Appaloosa and the Dude tried to get on but had to use a platform because he couldn’t get his leg up high enough. Alpo decided no way and laid down flat, four legs straight out and refused to get up. Now what am I going to do? DK then saddled up Rudy, a big mule. Rudy had a habit of going where he wanted and it was quite an eventful ride in. Off the trail into the brush trying to brush the Dude off. Finally they got to the camp. Then came the chore of getting the Dude off. Oh, the legs won’t work and the butt is sore and the Dude swore he wouldn’t go through that again. He was told by a man in the sporting goods store to wear some panty hose to keep from chaffing but due to his size he couldn’t find a pair to fit. Maybe a pair on each leg? The next morning when it was time to saddle up to ride to a favorite fishing hole the Dude said he would walk down the creek and find a spot to fish close to camp. He then sat down and ate all the leftovers from breakfast. When DK and the rest of the Dudes got back he wasn’t there. They waited awhile and then DK set out to find him. When DK found him he was straddled a log that went across the creek. He had slipped and fell and couldn’t get up. He had hollered until he was horse but no one heard him. DK had to drag him off with a horse and got him back to camp where he stayed the rest of the week. He almost ran the cook ragged keeping him in food. When it came time to ride back to the Lodge the Dude asked if he could call a helicopter he could ride out in. Nope he had to ride Rudy again. Interested in reading some of my other stories? Go to rptimes.com and catch up. Thank all of you for reading my articles. Hope you enjoyed them. You Should Write a Book- series 1- 4 Fishtails and Beer- series 1- 3 One Horned Moose and Early Timesseries 1, 2 Pondering Pondering Some More

AMPI Puerto Penasco Chapter 51 By Gretchen Corpe Ellinger

The Puerto Peñasco Chapter of AMPI (Mexican Association of Professional Real Estate Agents) has set its goals and objectives for 2014. They broadly include continuing to provide education and training to its membership, but also seeking opportunities to educate our clients and the population at large. Much time has been spent in understanding the new tax laws relative to real estate that were initiated in September 2013 and January 2014. Furthering this mission, AMPI sponsored a conference in January, open to all, that discussed and explained the new tax law as it relates to rental properties. Experts spoke on both the new legal and accounting obligations to homeowners who rent their property in Mexico. AMPI has finalized its 2014 officers and directors. These individuals volunteer their time and resources to make a positive impact on our industry here in Puerto Peñasco. The directors are: • Rommel Bustamante, President • John Fagundes, Secretary & VP Internal Communications • Rebecca Palomino, Treasurer • Jonni Francis, VP MLS • Ricardo Borquez, VP Legal • Wayne Corcoran, VP Ethics • Susie Flinn, VP Membership • Jared Cranford, VP Events • Richard Savino, VP Public Relations • Gretchen Ellinger, VP Education • Fernando Curiel, VP Language & Culture • Jorge Valdes, President Elect In my role as VP of Public Relations, I will be providing relevant real estate information and statistics to the community each month here in the Rocky Point Times. Should you have any questions or suggestions regarding the topics I will be covering, feel free to contact me to discuss. Looking back on 2013 it is clear that by a number of measures, we had a very good

year. The market continues to improve slowly but surely. Here are some statistics that bode well for our local Rocky Point real estate market: Solds

2012

2013

Residential

200

252

Land/Lots

Residential

502

468

Land/Lots

Listing Inventory

Absorption Rate (months) Residential

21.5

Land/Lots

197

135

Residential

189,000

199,250

Land/Lots

67,200

65,000

Residential

116,500

159,000

Land/Lots

29,000

23,750

Median List Price

Median Sold Price

January 2014 results continue to show a reduction in inventory and another increase in median sold price. For sellers, the reduction in inventory is the most important factor in maintaining and increasing the value of their property. So as the number of residential units for sale decreases, the choices for buyers are reduced and competition from other buyers increases. This scenario is a basic element in economic supply versus demand. After several months of reduction in inventory the market at some point will begin to favor sellers rather than buyers when it comes to value and pricing. If you have questions about buying or selling in Puerto Peñasco, I urge you to contact an AMPI member. All members are listed on the AMPI website;www. puertopenascoampi.com. Members are bound by rules and regulations concerning real estate activity and agree to abide by AMPI’s Code of Ethics. All member agents are either licensed by the State of Sonora or are in process of licensing this year. Note: Richard Savino is AMPI Chapter 51’s Vice President for Public Relations and is the Designated Broker for Realty Executives Rocky Point as well as a licensed agent in Arizona.

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Let’s talk tacos. You know those soggy cylinders you get at the fast food restaurant drive-up? Those are not tacos. You want the real deal? Rocky Point has ‘em.

Tacos de birria

I met Maxine Ambergast of Flagstaff at JJ’s Cantina in Cholla Bay, and she asked me to explain the taco situation in Rocky Point, so here goes...

Tacos de pescado

First, the tortilla. Corn (maîz) holds up better to wet ingredients, and typically tastes better, but many gringos choose the flour (harina) option. Whatever works. Second, depending on the main taco ingredient, garnishes can include shredded cabbage, lime-marinated red onions, raw onions, grilled green onions, sliced avocado or guacamole, sliced radishes, pico de gallo (Spanish for “rooster’s beak” because of the chunks of chopped red tomato in it), fresh or bottled salsas, a variety of grated or crumbled cheeses and plenty of fresh lime wedges.

Tacos de carne asada

This is the closest you’ll get to mass produced, hamburger-based tacos. Thin pieces of flank steak are marinated, then slapped on a hot grill (or gas-fired griddle) until cooked through. Then the meat is chopped into fine pieces on a wooden cutting surface that often looks like part of an old tree stump.

Beef or goat meat is slow cooked in a stew of vegetables and spices until it melts in your mouth. (It looks like pulled pork.) Fish filets are cut in strips, lightly breaded and fried in oil.

Tacos al pastor

Al pastor means shepherd style. A marinated pork roast is cooked on a spit (vertical rotisserie) over an open flame. On the spit above the meat is typically a pineapple and sometimes an onion. The pork is carved onto a tortilla, a slice or two of piña is added, and you can load it up with other stuff.

Tacos de cabeza

Cabeza is head. As in the head of a cow. Most often it’s the tongue that’s the main meat, but the brain, eyes and other head flesh, as well as other cuts of beef, can be part of the taco filling that are simmered in a spicy broth. I suggest you sample them all. However, even though tacos de cabeza are quite popular, and Cap’n Greg swears he tried them once, he will be across the street enjoying his tacos al pastor instead. Stay hungry, my friends. And buen apetit.

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“Animal Adoption Center of Rocky Point Inc.”

A literary column

(a 501©3 non-profit Corporation) by Nancy Phelan AKA “The Pack Leader”

By Marcia Diane

‘Animals come into our lives as gifts from God, for companionship, to teach us, and to heal us. They deserve our very best efforts in caring for them’ Dr. Ihor Basko, DVM

Quote from the CEO of Starbucks “It is not what you are doing with your life that matters as much as why you are doing it”.

not abandoned because he was mean, aggressive, or unsuitable as a pet. Rather, he was a victim of human unkindness. Because of all the joy Bob has brought to my family, I find myself wondering exactly who rescued who. I want to thank Nancy at the Animal Adoption Center of Rocky Point and her daughter Penelope at Sonora Veterinary Specialists for providing Bob with love and safety from the time he was abandoned until he was welcomed into our home.

We have many puppies, dogs and cats that are ready for adoption. We have several large Labs and many small Poodles and Terriers. Please call Nancy for appointment if you are interested in a new family member!!

Tally

From Gucci to Charlie to Bob!!

It was early in 2013 when Gucci came to the Animal Adoption Center of Rocky Point with his two sisters at about 4 weeks of age. The mother had been killed and the family that found the puppies near their dead Mom hoped that I could take the babies as the people did not have the money for food. I kept the pups inside and they were bottle fed. Possibly part Whippet, Gucci and his sisters have always been on the thin side with very long legs and lots of energy. At five months of age Gucci was fostered in Phoenix by my daughter Penelope along with 6 other puppies. Gucci was adopted by Charlene and renamed Charlie. After several months Charlene had to move due to illness and could not keep Charlie. Thank goodness she returned Charlie to Penelope who works at Sonora Veterinarian Hospital in Phoenix. Gucci has had a good life other than missing Charlene. Enter Tally- Below is an email that I received from his new owner Tally. Bob now has a wonderful home with many new friends and room to roam.

February 2014

I adopted a rescue dog named Bob and the experience has made me realize that when looking for a new dog we should approach it in the same manner in which we would acquire a new friend. However, most people, including myself until I met Bob, look for a new dog much like they would shop for a new personal accessory or decoration for their home. They search for one that has physical characteristics

they find appealing. Some might even want to meet the dog’s parents to see how well bred or “made” it is. However, we don’t select friends based on whether they have long or short hair, are skinny or stout, or have parents we approve of so, seeing as a new dog is not a new accessory but rather a new friend and member of the family, people should search for one that is kind, loving, and for whom they can provide it’s needs. If people would search with only that in mind, they will find a true canine friend as I have found in Bob. I first met Bob late one night at an emergency vet clinic. One of my dogs had suddenly become ill. While waiting for his exam to be completed I overheard the vet techs talking about a rescue dog that was living at the facility until someone could adopt it. As an animal lover, this saddened me so I asked if I could possibly see him. I’d been considering getting a new puppy to keep my 2 older dogs company but had assumed I’d get another standard Poodle or Labradoodle as I liked how cute and cuddly those breeds are. Then the vet tech brought out Bob, a skinny Whippet mix. He looked nothing like a breed I would have “shopped” for but when I looked into his eyes I saw a kind, sweet, and sad soul. I brought him home on a few day’s trial to ensure he got along safely with my other dogs and the rest of my family. His high energy level took us all some getting used to but our large yard provided him with the space to run, play, and retrieve balls that he so badly needed. There were a few “accidents” in the house and chewed up objects but this was well within the realm of what’s to be expected with a new puppy. He was fun and loving and quite entertaining. The entire family fell in love with him and we are all happy to call him our new friend and family member. Having Bob in my life has taught me that our friends, canine and human alike, come in many different shapes and sizes. We love and value them because of their kind souls not the package they come in. Bob, like most rescue dogs, was

A BIG PAWS UP to Tally for adopting Bob!! Needs for the animals and the center: Cleaning supplies, puppy pads, disinfectants, hard toys for the dogs, small and medium collars, large sturdy leashes, paper towels, bleach, downy, dry kitten food. canned Pate cat food, canned dog food, trash bags of all sizes, Large metal bowls, baby blankets. Carrots make great treats for the dogs and they love them. Since we can no longer bring pet food across the border we ask for your help so we can purchase Kirkland dog, puppy and cat dry food here at Weltons. Weltons is on the right coming into town just south of the Sante Fe market at the signal to the Police Department. Please help as we are spending over $1000.00 per month on pet food. Please send checks to: AACORP - PO Box 1031, Lukeville AZ 85341. You can also donate on our facebook page or web site www.rpaac.org. Again a Big thank you to all that help the animals of Rocky Point. www.rpaac.org Mexico (011-52-638) 383-1012 Phoenix (602) 412-3932 Tucson (520) 407-6594 AACORP INC 501 (c) 3 Tax Exempt nancy_phelan@yahoo.com nancy@rpaac.org AACORP PO Box 1031, Lukeville, AZ 85341

I’d like to put forth an idea here today for us to ponder…what exactly happens to folks like Nancy Boutilier, who I am going to feature as this month’s poet. She has had two books published in her career, was twice nominated for the Lambda Literary Award for those works, had a long and successful teaching career at the high school and college level…now lately is at Oberlin as a visiting professor. Nancy was a four star athlete at Harvard, a journalist teaching “The Literature of War, Resistance, and Reconciliation” course at Oberlin and a crack shot in basic training at Fort Knox, Kentucky. She is not on Wikipedia or PBS Poetry Everywhere… Censorship’s Enemy “The straightjacket of my tongue frees me to explain how silence kills,” she said, speaking to save her own life. The Journey If the shortest path is a straight line, I will be late. I Am Not Outrageous (excerpt) I am not outrageous enough to shake the stars salt the cities swallow the flames flatten the earth or make a difference for anyone except myself and until I inspire anarchy I am not outrageous enough from: According To Her Contours, 1992 The question remains then can we be outrageous enough to keep writing, keep reading, keep alive the poetry in our souls, no matter the renown. Join our on line group; Outside the Lines at: m.diane.writeon@gmail. com We share submissions every second Friday of each month.

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The Colors of Rocky PointLet’s Paint the town red…or blue or green or yellow…

By Anita Kaltenbaugh Photos by Marcia Brockmeyer

Specific destinations bring to mind different colors. A trip to a Colorado mountain town during snow season may envision bright, eye squinting whites, Steel Mountain grey and deep clear blue or a trek to a jungle in Belize, might conjure up dark greens, light greens and warm humid browns.

When you visit Rocky Point, well, what color do you see?

Do you see the Sea of Cortez sparkling blues, warm soft carmel sands and black rugged volcanic reefs? Or do you see the color of the bright houses perched on the cliffs of Cholla Bay? Maybe it’s the hand woven blankets gleaming with every primary shade on the color wheel, bright multicolored vases and Mexican plates with red chilies carried up and down the soft sand by beach vendors, catching your eye even if you don’t want to look, the dazzling colors begging for your attention. And when you go experience the shops of Old Port and Cholla Mall it might be the bright inviting displays of vivid colors beckoning to all those who pass by to come in and take a look at the unique curios for sale. Yes, Puerto Peñasco is full of color, from the colorful bowls of limes, avocado green guacamole, red ripe tomatoes and purple and orange sunsets.

suffering dramatically because of the economy, and the recent recession. Unemployment is at an all-time high, businesses and shops are closed, peeling paint is everywhere, and graffiti covers concrete buildings and unfinished structures are falling down along the main road into town. One local person an artist, decided to make a difference and painted her house 3 bright colors. Folks thought she was crazy. Crazy, then talked to other struggling business owners and residents at a town hall, explaining her idea of painting the town bright colors to help promote tourism. Many scowled, but enough people decided why not? Why not give it a try. So, they raised money for paint, gathered volunteers and started with painting their bright colors on one street of unfinished buildings and closed deserted shops. The transformation was so inviting, empty businesses got rented out and slowly new ventures starting popping up. The whole town got involved and the building landscape was painted a variety of colors. You can imagine what happened next, a few articles and press video’s about the town and the tourists finally made a stop. Yes, they veered off the beaten path to explore a town, they once would have driven by. Taking pictures, spending money, helping the once little dying township have life again. Tourism created more jobs, changed the towns perspective, changed lives…All this from a little paint, a lot of color. All around the world, cool colorful cities exist full of color. If you ever wandered to Guanajuato, Mexico or San Miguel, Mexico you would be agreeing with this article. Both towns are alive with passionate colors, colorful houses, buildings and art. It’s just one of the many virtues of the two cities, but none the less included in every travelers description of the town. One of my favorite colorful destinations in Italy is Cinque Terra, it’s a cluster of five little towns along the Italian Riviera, serviced only by train and boat, these beautiful little coastal villages hug the rugged cliffs and whether you approach them hiking on a cliff-side trail or arriving by boat, the myriad of colors of all the village buildings in Riomaggiore or Monterosso-al-Mare will take your breath away, and almost stop your heart as you come around the bend. These colorful little towns are featured in photographs, portraits and travel magazines all over the world.

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Colors are everywhere

Color can change the look and feel of any town. Color, or lack of, is generally the first thing visitors notice when driving into town. The initial impression entering a town can be influenced by the landscape and the colors. Take for example a small town in Maine,

A community needs to be an eye catching destination, so why not splash color all over our buildings next to our beautiful sea, or at least add a little more to the ones that need it. Street art also brings out the local flavor, bringing culture to life. Rocky Point is lucky to have some beautiful murals and art work along Benito Juarez! Why not have a community push for more local art all over our city and showcase our local talented artists on empty buildings. Have a contest. This will add color and more culture to our city. On Sandy Beach, before Playa Bonita, on the Public Beach there is a single street of small buildings visible from the sea. One owner painted the front building a bright green, it looks inviting, a little restaurant, accessible form the sand, it makes you want to wander back further, until you see the many empty

buildings behind it, looming grey concrete, unpainted, unwelcoming. Perhaps someone could start with that little strip of grey concrete, if it was all painted vivid inviting colors, it would become an interesting destination, and everyone would walk up there to shop, have a drink or try an ice cream bar. Color would be the invitation to bring everyone up and off the beach. Color could also help the newly paved Calle 13 and Old Port, why not complete the picture and paint all the unpainted and faded buildings bright Mexican colors, showcasing, shopping and restaurants, tourists would want to walk all the streets of Old Port and stop and visit. Cities of color are attention getters and stamp photographic pictures in our mind forever, so why not experiment and try it out? Challenge the organizers, launch an “add color to our city” campaign, ask businesses owners, paint your grey concrete buildings finished or unfinished in bright beautiful colors. Let’s brighten up the place, and if and when cruise ships come in or just those checking out Rocky Point fly in, they will be surprised at our colorful little seaside town. Let’s overwhelm them with color, splashed all over the town. Of course, it’s just one idea, but why not paint the grey concrete buildings in our town? It would certainly add more life and celebration to Rocky Point, promote tourism, and make everyone feel good.

7 reasons why we should paint the town with more color

1. Internationally towns with colorful palettes draw more attention, more photographs 2. Let the press have something to talk about! Go ahead let media feature our town creating something exciting and fun. 3. Community development, community pride, community enhancement. 4. Showcase emerging and local artists exciting works on brightly colored buildings 5. Bright colors promote positivity, safety and happiness. 6. 6. Make the children happy, children love bright colors, aren’t we all kids at heart 7. Promote tourism, create a new scene, another reason to come visit!! And, speaking of color there is a fun run coming up on March 30th, “Toma Color” raising funds for the new Dialysis Center and DIF (Integral Family Development). It’s a 5k color run, meaning on various stops along the route (Sam’s Club to Old Port) participants will be doused with a variety of color. All entry fees go to the Dialysis Center and include a t-shirt and a hat. Register at Puerto Viejo Café located in Old Port (across from Thrifty). Sounds like a bright colorful start to me. Let’s keep thinking of ways to promote and brighten the town of Rocky Point!!

Anita Kaltenbaugh is the Mexico travel examiner at examiner.com and author of the book “Travel Secrets- Insider guide to planning, affording and taking more vacations” available on Amazon.com, Kindle and Nook.

Salinas Point

By Don Mac Kenzie

Do you ever feel like going on beach runs or visiting neighboring towns around Over the last several years I have spent many months searching beach routes from Puerto Peñasco to the neighboring fishing communities of El Golfo de Santa Clara (to the north), Santo Thomas, Desemboque, and Puerto Lobos (to the south). The last couple of years I have been leading and co-leading weekly beach runs to these towns and other areas on the beach in search of beautiful scenery, sea shells, and adventures with other enthusiasts (beach bums). We have also come across remains of seals, dolphins, tortoises, and even whales. The Bahia de Adair and Salinas Point are among the most beautiful beach scenes anywhere. Anyone who would like to join us on these adventures is welcome to come along. We meet at Playa Bonita RV Park, front gate at 9:00AM on Mondays. You will need a street legal, road worthy 4x4 or sand buggy. Bring a lunch, as we usually go about 50 miles on pavement and are gone most of the day. We can help inexperienced and new comers learn how to drive in the sand and how to heal burritos on the manifold for a great hot lunch on some of the most beautiful and remote beaches anywhere. You can contact me at (970) 260-5819.

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Finding Paradise By Sandy Spain

Senior Card

I recently went through the process to obtain my senior discount card from INAPAM which is a part of the DIF (social services) operation in Puerto Peñasco. You can go to their office in the DIF Parque Infantil on Sinaloa one block north of the church. You will need to take an interpreter if you are not fluent in Spanish. This card is available to seniors who have permanent residency cards. There are discounts on items such as City water, driver’s license, and license plates. There is currently a question as to whether there will be a discount on your property taxes as well. I am also trying to get a list of businesses in town who give a discount to seniors, but so far I haven’t been able to acquire that information.

What you will need to bring

You must bring your Passport, your Residente Permanente card, proof of address, such as a CFE bill or telephone bill or property tax receipt. You must have 2 copies of each of these items (just the picture/info page of your passport). You will also need 2 small pictures. The pictures must be without glasses and without a smile! There is no charge for this card. You must also provide an emergency contact in Puerto Peñasco and you may use Pro-Alliance for that contact as they have 24 hour bilingual assistance available.

Make it Easy

DIF and INAPAM offices are located within this park. Go straight in to the farthest building.

The INAPAM office does not keep regular hours, so I have a suggestion to make it easy on yourself. Go see Paty Andrade at ProAlliance Insurance. Their office is in the blue “California” Office building on Benito Juarez on the second floor. For $25.00 Paty will make your copies and submit your paperwork. She will then go with you when the card is ready so you can sign for it. She will also laminate it at her office. After trying to get the card myself, I finally went to Paty and she took care of everything. I recommend Photo Ensenada on Sinaloa across the street from the church for your pictures. Tell them it is for your INAPAM card and they will give you a discount.

Speaking of Taxes

California Office Building on Benito Juarez

Historically the City of Peñasco has not made an effort to collect back taxes. There is now a new Treasurer and he is starting a vigorous new enforcement program to collect property taxes and federal zone concession fees. Although the federal zone fee is just that, a federal fee, the city gets a part of those fees back, so they do benefit from the collection. I recommend highly that you go into the City Treasurer’s Office and get your taxes up to date if you are behind. In addition to collecting the taxes, the Treasurer’s Office can also report your ownership of a foreign asset to the U.S. federal government pursuant to the Foreign Account Tax Compliance Act (FATCA) adopted in 2010. Finding out the status of your taxes and assisting you with getting up to date and possibly avoiding the fines is something that Rosie Glover, owner of Pro-Alliance, can help you do.

New Services

Paty Andrade at Pro-Alliance Insurance

In fact, Pro-Alliance now has an Attorney, Eduardo Sotelo Ortega, on staff full time. So you may bring any of your legal questions and issues to them for assistance. If the issue is not something they handle, they can refer you to the appropriate party. They can also draw up a Mexican will for you or validate your American will. I strongly suggest you contact them at (011-52-638) 388-6624 if you have issues with your taxes or other legal matters. If you own property here, inform yourself of all the requirements that go along with that and be sure that you are in compliance.

Ing. Mauro Tejeda Cervantes of Servicio Automotriz Baja Will Earn Your Loyalty By Joe Houchin Loyalty is a virtue that you can give freely to those who earn it. You know how when you find a service provider, whatever the service, who solves your issue with professionalism and courtesy, you return to that provider, because he earned your loyalty? Well, that’s what’ll happen if you ever take your car to Mauro’s Baja Automotive Service for repair. (Not affiliated with Baja 1000 on Fremont.) Mauro’s personality will be the first thing that gets your attention, followed by the way he makes you feel real comfortable about bringing your automobile to him. That’s because of his friendly confidence as he listens to your description of what’s going on with the vehicle—that is unless he already knows from a sound of some kind— and how rapidly he grabs the right tools or equipment to confirm what’s exactly the issue. Mauro has a degree in Mechanical Engineering from the Universidad Autónoma de Baja, California (UABC) with specialization in Automotive Fuel Injection Systems in all major American and foreign vehicles.

Upon graduating in 1994, he was hired by Valley Automotive in Mexicali. After completing their training program covering the complete line of Ford engines from autos to big rigs he was transferred to Robinson Ford in El Centro, California. He continued to broaden his expertise in the major brands like GMC products, construction equipment like Caterpillar and most foreign products like Jaguar, BMW, Mercedes and more. His dream always was to open his own full auto service specializing in fuel injection systems. Mauro had met his future wife, Maria Dolores Robles, a native of Puerto Peñasco while at UABC. She was majoring in Public Accounting. They married in 1995 upon her graduation and she had no trouble convincing him to relocate to Puerto Peñasco in 1997. Peñasco would be the perfect place to fulfill his dream and he was planning that when Matco Caterpillar offered him a management position with their enterprise in Ensenada, an offer he says, he couldn’t refuse. It was an opportunity to further broaden his knowledge and expertise in his specialty. After three years of weathering the grueling commute

to Ensenada, which even included a six month stint to San Diego, in 2000 Mauro decided to finally settled back into life with his family in Puerto Peñasco and began the final plans to open his own business, which he was able to do in 2002. During that planning period he also taught classes in civil engineering at the Technical Institute of Puerto Peñasco while diligently studying and earning certification in his specialty for other brands. To date, he has ten certifications, which he updates every year, as an authorized service for Chevrolet, Ford, Chrysler, Volkswagen, Audi, BMW, Land Rover, Mercedes Benz, Toyota and Nissan. In addition, he’s an authorized service provider for the electronic diesel injection systems in heavy equipment including Matco, Caterpillar, Detroit and Cummins. Mauro and María have two children, their 20 year daughter, Karla Mariana, who is in her second semester at—you guessed it—UABC majoring in dental surgery, and 14 year old son, Barón Mauro, who plays baseball in the “Pony” League and has been very successful at the Municipal, State, and National levels, ultimately representing Mexico at last year’s World Series in Richmond, Virginia. Because of the high demand in his specialty Mauro is called upon to service local government vehicles and fleets, as well as the larger mining and construction equipment in the surrounding area and throughout the state. Although Mauro’s specialty is in servicing the complex

fuel injection systems of today’s vehicles, it’s important to note that his exceptional qualifications and expertise cover servicing the entire engine of all these brands. S e r v i c i o Automotriz Baja is located on Alamos (a dirt street with no sign) off Miguel Hidalgo (same as Calle 13 after crossing Benito Juarez) one block east of Sinaloa (if you’re coming from B. Juarez); your land mark is El Libro, the office supply in the white building on the NE corner of Sinaloa and Miguel Hidalgo. Turn right on the very next street (with no sign). Baja is on the left after the two story brown house with big double garages. Telephone: Local Land Line: 638-383-8529 Cell: 638-110-7205. Email: tecm70@hotmail.com Hours are Monday-Friday 7AM to 4PM – Saturday Mauro’s natural service oriented attitude and the fact that he guarantees his work and products, has resulted in a strong loyal following of customers and friends, both natives and expats, as well as frequent visitors including their friends and families who they’ve referred. This is because he has earned their loyalty.

This article is brought to you by the Sonoran Resorts Sales Group, www.sonoranresorts.com, Jim Ringquist, Director of Sales and Marketing.

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AHHHHH…The Feel of MEXICO!! PONCHOS..PONCHOS...PONCHOS!!

By Mark Paliscak

Hola Muchachos! If you want to grab the Mexican feeling whether you are south of the border or anywhere in the world, one sure fire way is to dress the part. One article of clothing that is stylish and hip, yet genuinely Mexican, is the poncho. Ponchos come in many colors, fabrics, sizes and looks whether they are cool and rugged or bedazzled to dress up that special woman’s evening attire. One thing is certain, they are way easy to don as they usually have no buttons, snaps or zippers. Sports teams have grabbed onto the Mexican theme and today you can find just about any sports team’s logo on a poncho such as the photo here of Janet Certo and Izzy Garcia proudly wearing their favorite sports team’s poncho, the Arizona Cardinals (Cardinales en Español). Despite having some South American origins in Chile and Peru, the poncho has flourished in Mexico and is now almost as associated with Mexico as the sombrero. It is universally recognized as an iconic symbol of Mexico and its culture, history and people. Prior to the Spanish invasion of Mexico, the poncho was even worn for centuries dating back to the 1500’s. Originally hand-woven, it allowed your arms to be free yet still provide warmth. Essentially, it was like a large blanket with two grand arm holes sewn into the blanket. However, this is not how they were first made. The poncho originated by simply cutting a hole in the middle of a blanket and popping it over your head. This creation was perfect for the desert climates of Mexico and the American southwest, where temperatures

plummeted once the sun went down. Later, the poncho made its way into the United States military forces operating on the Western Plains of the country. These ponchos were made of a latex material which was essentially rubber-coated cloth to keep the soldiers dry. There were later used for all U.S. military forces in the Spanish-American War of 1898 and then again in the Philipine-American War in 1900. And even when the Americans joined World War I and then again in World War II, part of their standard attire was...you guessed it the poncho! Today, ponchos are found around the world in all sorts of fashion cues. Women’s ponchos can be found in cashmere, silk, wool and other fine fabrics. Men’s ponchos can be made from anything from cotton, hemp, tweed and denim. And of course, there is always the versatile rain poncho. Although not known to many of us in Sonora and Arizona due to the lack of rain, the rain poncho is used around

A Great Weekend in Paradise!

By Gretchen Corpe Ellinger

the world in many colors but always with the distinctive poncho style. However, the Mexican poncho is still generally found in two styles. The serape poncho is similar to serape blankets which are the brightly colored blankets that are seen in Mexican restaurants and just about every tourist town throughout Mexico. These ponchos generally come in assorted colors with a fringe flowing along the bottom. The second type of poncho is the falsa poncho, known to have a much looser weave and is similar to the traditional falsa blanket. The falsa poncho is most well-known around Tijuana and other tourist areas in Mexico. So, the next time you are out shopping around the curios shops in Rocky Point, be sure to check out the cool jacket of choice…the poncho! And lest we never forget what our dear friend Bob Marley reminded us as he sang… “In high seas or in low seas, I’m gonna be your friend... I’m gonna be your friend. In high tide or in low tide, I’ll be by your side... I’ll be by your side.” Can’t wait til you all are at my side on the beautiful beaches here in the best town of all… ROCKY POINT!! God Bless! ADIOS AMIGOS!!

My family recently traveled to Puerto Peñasco / Rocky Point to visit me, and what a great weekend we had! They drove from southern California through San Luís Rio Colorado, down the new toll road to the Coastal Highway, and were amazed at the unusual and beautiful scenery; my aunt loved the desert vistas contrasted by the sea views and rugged cliffs near El Golfo de Santa Clara. Friday evening dinner at the Laguna Shores Beach Club restaurant was exactly what we have come to expect - cocktails expertly mixed, a delicious meal and friendly service, with a gorgeous sunset over the Sea of Cortes as a backdrop. The highlight of Saturday, after a leisurely late breakfast and lots of chat over coffee, was a party with friends. Lots of people attended, the company and the food were wonderful, and a talented local musician named Irlando provided outstanding entertainment. Rocky Point seems to bring out the best in people; my family felt as if they were re-acquainting with old friends, rather than meeting them for the first time. The Sea of Cortes is so beautiful, and the weather was so perfect, especially for late winter, that we decided we should get out on the water. We were able to secure reservations on the Eco Fun I for a whale-watching excursion, and were glad we did. The friendly crew of the Eco Fun I was very attentive, served drinks, chips and salsa, and veggies and dip, as well as provided blankets for those who needed another layer for warmth. The captain knew where to find the whales, and seeing them in the open sea was thrilling. Sea World is super, but seeing whales doing what whales do, in their natural environment, is an experience of a lifetime. Rocky Point is blessed with many good restaurants, and we ended Sunday with shrimp and fish tacos at El Conchal, located on Boulevard Benito Juarez. A breeze kicked up in the late afternoon, and the food is so good at El Conchal that we’d have sat outside, but we really enjoyed the new indoor seating. The tacos gobanadores - the “deluxe” tacos - and the flan de elote, which I have not seen anywhere else, were just delicious. Everyone left early Monday morning, with coffee, fruit and burritos in hand. A weekend was all the time we had, and though it wasn’t enough, we have memories that will bring smiles for a long time. One of the best things about living in Rocky Point is that friends and family love to visit, so I can see them without leaving home, and there is LOTS to do while they are here! Moving here was a great idea I’m glad I thought of it, and so are my friends and family! The Beach Club restaurant at Laguna Shores is open daily from 8 to 8. Irlando the marimba player can be reached on his Mexican cell phone 638-107-9312. Call 603-635-3736 (USA) or 638-388-9699 (Mex) for information about excursions on the Eco Fun I. El Conchal is open daily except Wednesday from 10 a.m. to 9 p.m.

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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. 66m 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 through the border, go straight for a few blocks, turn left for a few blocks and then turn right onto 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. There is a toll booth you will go through (currently $94 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 (non-death) accident in Mexico, you are considered at fault until proven otherwise. All parties are taken to the police station where you and your vehicle

ACCIDENTS CON’T

CONSULATES

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.

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

AIRLINE SERVICE & AIRPORTS AeroCalafia Service to/from Hermosillo (011-52-638) 388-7812 Mexico Toll Free: 800-560-3949 U.S. Toll Free: 818-206-3255 www.aerocalafia.com.mx Morgan Jet Charter flights from Phoenix 1-888-869-0866 www.westwindairservice.com

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 - Phone: 383-1999 (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

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

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 (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 $75 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. • 2 cartons of cigarettes or 50 cigars. • 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 tapes • Typewriter or 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 $75.00 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 $75 per person you will need to declare your items and pay the impuestos (taxes) before crossing into Mexico. You may import up to $1,000 USD in new merchandise per vehicle without the assistance of a Customs Broker. To declare items you are bringing into Mexico, turn left as you cross the border, just beyond the chainlink fence. Park in the designated spot and go into the Aduana Building in the middle of the two lanes. See Crossing the Border for more information on declaring merchandise. If your merchandise totals more than $1,000 USD per vehicle, you will need the assistance of a customs broker. Customs brokers are located on the Mexican side of the border. Park on the U.S. side and walk across to one of their offices. Customs Brokers in Sonoyta, Mex. Agencia Ibarrola (011-52-651) 512-1878 Aserco Imp. (011-52-651) 512-0009 MultiServicios Sinaloa (011-52-651) 512-1593 or 1599

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

pork tacos is prohibited. (Exceptions: shelf-stable, canned pork and hardcooked pork skins (cracklings) are permitted.) Poultry: raw meat from both domesticated and game fowl is prohibited. (Exception: thoroughly cooked poultry is permitted.) Eggs: prohibited. (Exceptions: boiled and cooked eggs are permitted.) Game: check with agricultural inspectors in advance. Live Birds: wild and domesticated birds, including poultry are prohibited. To import personally owned pet birds, contact agricultural inspectors in advance. Straw: generally prohibited. This includes wheat straw, seeds, animal feed, and all articles made from this material. In addition to the excepted items listed above, many agricultural items are permitted if they pass inspection to be sure they are free of pests, soil and sand.

SHUTTLE SERVICES Daily shuttle service is available from the Phoenix and Tucson areas to Rocky Point and cities in-between. Please contact the companies directly for their schedules and rates. If you need door to door service, clarify that they offer that service and if you need to be picked up at the airport make sure that the shuttle has a permit to pick up passengers at the airport. Head Out to Rocky Point (602) 971-0166, Toll Free 866-443-2368 www.headouttorockypoint.com Lloyds Rocky Point Shuttle and Tours (623) 551-568-9001, Toll Free 866-568-9001 info@lloydsrockypointshuttle.com www.lloydsrockypointshuttle.com www.lloydsgrandtours.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

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 If you plan to drive beyond the State of Sonora, you will need to obtain a permit for your vehicle. The cost for this permit is approx. $290 pesos. This can be done in Sonoyta or at the checkpoint outside of Guaymas. 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 rptimes@ prodigy.net.mx or phone (480) 463-6255 or local 383-6325.

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Unique Wedding & Event Venue: Tessoro Resort, on the Beach at the end of Las Conchas

Perhaps one of Peñasco’s best kept secrets for secluded beach destinations is the Tessoro Resort at Las Conchas. This high-end property, has endured the trying economy by carefully managing costs via local on-site management and the efforts of relatively few owners, who purchased units in the building just prior to the real estate downturn. The resort has persevered, and arguably remains as the most beautiful and secluded beach resort location in town. After some brainstorming meetings, the close knit group of Tessoro owners concluded in early 2012 that the resort’s luxurious pool and beachside assets would make an ideal venue for outdoor weddings, receptions, meetings, and other events. This service and use of the venue would generate additional revenue to fund maintenance of the property. So, over the past year word has begun to spread about the availability of the resort to host weekend weddings, local parties, meetings, and stateside groups wishing to hold ceremonies and events at Tessoro. Although lacking a formal ballroom, Tessoro weddings do take full advantage of Peñasco’s reliably arid weather and the resort’s gorgeous views of the ocean and surrounding Morúa Estuary. Tessoro’s pool area accommodates up to 200 people, with facilities including a pool bar, food service area, and conveniently located poolside bathrooms for attendee’s convenience. Tessoro’s secluded location at the end of the Las Conchas gated community makes it a perfect destination for a memorable wedding event. The resort also offers lodging for some

of the visitors and, due to the small number of available furnished condominiums in the building, guests often feel as though they have the entire resort to themselves. An added bonus to the resort’s relatively light occupancy is that Tessoro can be much more flexible with the hours of poolside events, so in many cases wedding activities and music may extend later into the evening, depending on the circumstances. This makes Tessoro considerably more flexible than most other beach-side resorts in town...while the views and seclusion are second to none. Also, since Tessoro has neither a full-time restaurant nor banquet equipment on site, wedding parties are free to contract with local caterers and planners of their choice, many of which come highly recommended. This year is shaping up to be a good one for weddings at Tessoro, with five already reserved. There is a flat fee for reserving the space, for which a 50% down payment is required. A security deposit is also collected, which is refunded the day after the event, once the premises have been inspected and it is confirmed that everything is in perfect order. Tessoro welcomes anyone considering wedding or event venues in Peñasco to come tour the property. To make an appointment local residents may contact the Property Manager, Manuel Martinez, at (638) 388-6288 (or via cell phone at (044-638) 380-5179). From the USA you may dial (480) 463-3192.

Monumento al Pescado meant to herald Puerto Peñasco’s roots

By Azucena Mazón, Rocky Point 360 Rescuing part of Puerto Peñasco’s roots, while presenting both residents and visitors with reminders of the city’s origins, is the goal behind building a “Fish Monument” at the intersection of Calle 13 and Blvd. Benito Juárez. The figure, which has been placed on the structure, as part of work to improve and beautify this important road leading to the city’s main hotel zones, will be that of a marlin measuring 6 meters long (nearly 20 feet). The fiberglass marlin was built by the local company PROFIBRA. “This is a project both for the people of Puerto Peñasco and for our visitors,” explains Mayor Gerardo Figueroa Zazueta. “We were lacking a monument to reflect our roots, so that people may know about the origins of the port.” The Monumento al Pescado, according to information provided by the Office of Public Projects, is set to be inaugurated within the next three weeks. This will also mark the reopening of Calle 13. The marlin is in the center of the concrete block structure at the entrance to Calle 13. The structure itself is covered with rock and pine cantera; ironwork, landscaping and lighting are also part of the project that has been estimated to run about 500,000 pesos. With completion of this monument, this will bring the number of monuments heralding the roots of Puerto Peñasco to four, joining the Estatua del Pescador and monument to José the Fisherman in the malecón, and the Shrimp Monument located at Plaza del Camarón. From Sailfish to Marlin During the 50s, a first emblematic monument of Puerto Peñasco was built in the form of a sailfish. In learning about the new Monumento al Pescado construction, many Puerto Peñasco natives and long-time residents remember the sailfish that once stood at the entrance to what is now Calle 13, which was actually a promotional sign for the Playa Hermosa Hotel.

So recalls Enrique Rodriguez, General Manager of FMI Rentals and lifelong Puerto Peñasco resident (who for a time while growing up lived just blocks from the sailfish sign).

Photo: Used with permission from collection of Guillermo Munro Palacio “It was a Puerto Peñasco icon because at the time Playa Hermosa was one of the best hotels on the beach. Everyone who visited at that time would say, ‘Go along the street, turn right at the fish and the hotel is at the end,’ it was like a reference point,” Rodriguez explained during a recent impromptu interview. Rodriguez, along with Las Gaviotas manager Alberto Gallardo and shipbuilder Antonio Bellot, detailed the sailfish monument was well-built and consisted of a stone base with wooden posts, and a wooden sailfish pointing in the direction of the hotel. “I think it was a good reference point, as well as an icon for Puerto Peñasco,” reiterated Rodríguez, “and it is worth rescuing these values; we can agree on that.” Similarly, Gallardo remembered the sailfish figure built over 50 years ago was quite famous at the time though disappeared when Calle 13 was first paved in the late 70s. “The monument was there up until they paved Calle 13 in ’78 or ’79,” he explained, “The owner of Playa Hermosa used to receive many people who he would take out fishing for sailfish, of which there were many at the time. That “little” fish was quite famous.”

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Eddies Awards By Eddie Wharez® Owner and interior designer of Diseños Casa y Jardín eddiewharez.com

“Everyone wants to be appreciated, so if you appreciate someone, don’t keep it a secret” ~ Mary Kay Ash You probably already read about our Eddies Awards this last January, we happily fulfilled our expectations. The community’s reaction was phenomenal! Sixty-nine people in all were nominated and voted on by the public through our Facebook fan page. Once nominations were closed, a five-person judging panel made up of individuals from the cultural environment in the Port, selected the remaining six categories along with three honorary mentions. The awards evening was held on Sat. Jan. 18, at Terramar bar, and included an audience of over two hundred people, many of whom were standing throughout the ceremony.

The first prize, granted in the Youth Category (individual or group under 25) was presented to the promising visual artist Yuvid Castro by Karina De Alberti. In the category of Cultural Promoter, Monica Hammeken presented the award to Shandra Keesecker for her arduous work during 2013 in bringing two international film directors to Puerto Peñasco, along with musicians, and her tireless promotional work of other local events. Salvador Abril of the Hermosillo

branch of Diseños Casa y Jardín presented the Fan Favorite award to painter Gabriela Solís. Award for Best Visiting Artist with the greatest impact on the city was granted by the judges to Roger Clyne & the Peacemakers for drawing tourism to the area and for their social charitable efforts. In the Group Category, the award was given to the very popular and active group “Agua de Coco”, presented by Guille Salazar. Photographer Jesusa Gamboa was selected as Best Artist, thanking everyone for the recognition as she received the award from Hiram Peña.

The final award of the evening was the Lifetime Achievement Award, which went to Guillermo Munro Palacio for his lifetime of work in the world of art, film, literature and visual arts. Munro was greeted with much applause as Nina Mier presented him with the award. The judging panel had also selected special honorary mentions: the first for Alan Munro for his intense work and music career nationally, an aditional honorary mention was announced for international model and Peñasco native Reyna Leyva; the third honorary mentions was for Guille Salazar as the “Eternal Princes” of carnaval activities for more than 30 years. Nearly at the end of the evening, as the Event Director of the evening I granted a special award for which the judges took no part in it, it was a surprise for everyone in the audience. I explained the contest had fundamentally begun as a way to recognize artists who through their work have spread the name of Puerto Peñasco regionally, nationally or internationally. I went on to say the I knew a team of very talented individuals who offer a window to the world, which always presents the best face of our port. They offer a window full of cultural activity and positive news about what goes on in Rocky

Point; then I announced that the Special Eddie Award was going to the website team of RockyPoint360.com for their extraordinary creative and promotional work of our beautiful port. This award was received by Plinio Rivero, Monica Hammeken, Susy Mazón, Ariel González and Shandra Keesecker. The lively evening included musical performances by Veronica Fanco, Gleen Rivera, guitarist Joshua Ellis, Grupo Juvenil Safari, saxophonist Richard Scott, salsa group Agua de Coco, and poetry from Gastón Rochin.

Those in the attendance applauded some of the best in art and culture from our city while also taking part in raffles for art pieces donated by many of the artists. It was a pleasant evening for all, one filled with generosity, unity, and applause. Many artists and artisans commented this will motivate them to continue working hard now in 2014. As for Diseños Casa y Jardín, we are very happy we did it again, this second edition of the Eddies was beyond our dreams and creates higher goals for the future, we have learned a lot and hope to be here many more years in the future with this project that brings some much appreciation to all our local artists. Keep in your calendar for next year! Make sure next year you nominated or get nominated, or simply come and enjoy our program at our 2015 Eddie Awards Night!

Please visit our gallery on Rodeo Drive (see ad) feel free to ask any questions and who knows we may have what you are after, regardless you are going to be pleasantly surprised! Reach me at: eddiewharez@yahoo.com or visit us online at www.eddiewharez.com.

Mucho Si

Mucho si! That’s the response I got when I asked Edwin and Isabel if they liked the idea which I call, Touch a Life. You see, Edwin and Isabel are husband and wife with the handicap of deafness, thus unable to speak (mutes) although Isabel has partial hearing in one ear. You see, rather than enduring poverty for the duration, we believe that if a few take interest and help and oh yes…this is not charity nor a hand out for they are proposing to work for multiple property owners, renters, RV residents, commercial property owners or anyone who will commit to one day a month (more if you need them). They, yes that’s two, will landscape, clean your house, paint inside or out, masonry, detail your vehicles, or just about anything that would make your life easier. They will work Monday thru Saturday for eight hours each day. They have an ATV that is their transportation and was graciously donated to them so travel to and from is their own commuting expense. Their daily fee: $35 ($455 pesos). Think how much you could get done in 8 hours and it is only a once a month obligation. They have worked for me several times and we manage to communicate well with a little practice. If they work 22 days a month that’s $755 US, $10,000 pesos per month, that means DIGNITY and SELF RESPECT and HUMAN VALUE. That means food every day and a decent residence with electricity, hot water and human comfort that we take for granted. Edwin and Isabel Osuaido are honorable, kind and worthy. They join us at The Family of God Fellowship on Sundays. Edwin is very strong and able bodied for strenuous work if required. This is a great value to all participants and the benefits are spread to the giver and the recipients. Help me “touch a life.” Contact Glen Paulsen: Mex cel: 638-386-1999. Email: glencbn@gmail.com MagicJack US #: (602) 512-1521.

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The Consequences of Greed By Rosarie Salerno

The Pre-Columbian natives of Mexico were mining gold, silver and other minerals long before the Spanish arrived at the New World in 1492. It was not long after the Spanish arrived that they began enslaving the indigenous people of Hispaniola to mine precious metals for them. These Indios were forced into slave labor having to use crude inefficient tools, making it extremely hard to quarry the metal ore. The mines were poorly ventilated, had unsafe long narrow shafts and deep tunnels that were subject to flooding, they had inferior wooden ladders and supports. Long grueling hours in the severely harsh environment, along with poor food, contributed to many of the deaths endured by the native people. By 1510 the Dominican Catholic Missionaries petitioned the Spanish Crown to enact laws restricting the cruel forced labor. Through their efforts the Laws of Burgos of 1513 were enacted; restricting the use of Indian labor. The laws governed how much time the Indios could spend on certain classifications of work and requiring specific times to rest. Indian villages were required to have tribal members, over 15 years of age, to serve only one month of each year, but the labor was still extraordinarily difficult and was enough to kill or seriously injure the strongest of men. Women, who were pregnant, 16 weeks or more, were not required to work. The laborers were to be paid a wage that was thought “just”. However, the wages were so low that it barely kept the Indios from starvation. In addition, for their benefit, Indian villages were to be located in close proximity to the mines, a church and a hospital. They were to be given better food and clothing and woman were restricted from heavy work. The Indians were still slaves without being owned; in affect this law alleviated slave owners from being responsible for taking care of the workers under the guise of being free. To help the Indios, the missionaries supported the importing of African slaves to do the hardest work in the mines and fields. Ultimately, to accomplish their goal, they convinced the Crown that African chattel would create a new source of income while relieving the Amerindians of the hardest work.

The ultimate goal of the Spaniards was to seek out the mythical golden city of El Dorado. When Hernan Cortes arrived in Thenochtitlan in 1519 Moctezuma II gave him huge amounts of gold and silver; hoping the Conquistador and his men would go away satisfied, instead it only fueled their greed. There was so much silver shipped from the mines of the Americas to Spain, that it ruined the German silver trade and established silver coinage as the currency for buying and selling in Europe. The common people of Spain never shared in the wealth of the elite. Spain did not use the wealth wisely, that they exploited from the New World but rather, squandered it on unnecessary wars and imported everything they needed from other European countries. Instead of investing in their own country by developing industry and farming they imported grain, fabric, paper, books, building materials, jewelry, etc. Spain created an imbalance of trade by importing more than they exported plus their willingness to pay higher prices for the goods than other countries could not or would not pay, they caused inflation throughout Europe. The Spanish Crown was borrowing money on the expected shipments of silver; putting the country into debt. When payments were late the interest rates rose substantially; driving the country’s debt still higher. Most of the borrowed money was put into military activities; fighting unsuccessful wars. In 1575, King Phillip went bankrupt and could not pay his troops who were occupying the Netherlands; they mutinied. At the end of the 16th Century, Cortes wrote: «Although our kingdom could be the richest in the world for the abundance of gold and silver that have come into it and continue to come in from the Indies, it ends up as the poorest because it serves as a bridge across which gold and silver pass to other kingdoms that are our enemies.» Not to sound political, but the truth is, exploiting resources, accumulating excessive debt, the lack of creating home industry, importing more than exporting, fighting seemingly useless wars and outsourcing, can lead a country into bankruptcy. George Santayana, a 19th century Spanish philosopher, said, «Those who cannot remember the past are condemned to repeat it.”

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Celebrating the Sonoran Deser

Tri-National Sonoran Desert Symposium March 18th - 22nd, 2014

At the historic Curley School in Ajo, Arizona

The third tri-national symposium in Ajo is coming up soon – March 18-22 – where hundreds of people will come together to Celebrate the Sonoran Desert. This is a really unique event in our region – not to be missed if you can possibly make it! How often do you see a conference sponsored by such a variety of agencies? Since last summer, staff from all these entities have been meeting regularly to plan the event: two nonprofit organizations—the International Sonoran Desert Alliance and the Cabeza Prieta Natural History Association have done much of the legwork. Land management agencies very involved in planning include: Cabeza Prieta National Wildlife Refuge, Organ Pipe Cactus National Monument, Barry M. Goldwater Range, Bureau of Land Management, and in Mexico, the Pinacate Biosphere Reserve. Law enforcement is engaged: Border Patrol, Ajo Station. And the Tohono O’odham Nation has played a very important role. The group has met in Ajo, Topawa, at Organ Pipe, and in Mexico in the Pinacate Biosphere Reserve. One of the key interests, naturally, is border issues. This time there is a clear focus on working collaboratively. Projects that are both cross-agency and cross-border are being highlighted. The closing plenary session is called: Working Together, and features four such projects. There are also many sessions featuring Native American perspectives at this symposium, and there will be several elders presenting from the Tohono O’odham Nation and from the four O’odham Tribes. Mexico’s Pinacate Biosphere Reserve is featured at a Wednesday evening plenary session and dinner, and the honor they have recently received of being designated a World Heritage Site. This year is the 75th Anniversary of the founding of the Cabeza Prieta National Wildlife Refuge. “The

Cabeza” will be celebrated on Thursd a plenary session, individual session a celebratory dinner enjoying the vi top of Childs Mountain (with transpo provided). For those able to arrive in Ajo on T the 18th, there are a selection of guided field trips. Participants must ahead of time—and event organizers that field trips are filling up fast. Regis is easy—just go to www.sonoransymp com and click on the registratio and you’ll find yourself at an easy registration page. Tuesday even special exhibit opens in the Ajo Gallery: Redrawing Borders. Symp participants are invited to enjoy the along with the music of Javalina Com appetizers served by Ajo restaurants— the arches in the Ajo Plaza. For those stay on until Saturday, Ajo’s annual S Shindig festival starts Saturday mor the Ajo Plaza with all sorts of boot vendors featuring all aspects of S Desert life—plants, animals, adve artists, artisans, food vendors, and yo it. There is everything from a Sonoran photography contest to a coyote h contest! Ajo is an easy day trip from Peñasco / Rocky Point. Some of the are in the Ajo Plaza, with the majo plenary and simultaneous sessions o Curley School Campus, just a block west of the Ajo Plaza. You can’t miss highway from the border takes you r the town plaza. Turn left and you are straight at the Curley School. For more information and to r please visit: www.sonoranwymposium.com Registration fees are $50/day or $ the Symposium, most meals are inclu

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CEDO… A Whale of Story Biól. Abraham Meza López Edited by: Sherie Steele

Skeletons of two early whales. Picture from www.berkeley.edu

day with Several million years ago, an ancient ns, andmammalian ancestor of today’s camels, iews onpigs, cows, deer, and hippos (Order: ortationArtyodactyla) found an opportunity to thrive in brackish waters by feeding Tuesdaythere. One group of this species, isolated specialfrom the rest by this change of feeding habits, adapted to the water and evolved, sign uplosing -- with the passage of millions cautionand millions of years -- the skills to strationwalk on land, moving from its brackish posium.water habitat to the open ocean. Legs on tabtransformed into fins, eyes moved to the y onlinesides, the nose moved to the top of the ning ahead to breathe more easily in the ocean, o Plazaribs became flexible; blubber and baleen mposiumdeveloped to accommodate the ocean environment. Sonar became the best way exhibitto communicate; mating and hunting mbo andadaptations also occurred in order to —underthrive in the ocean. e able to The result of several million years of Sonoranevolution is a group of marine mammals rning inknown as “Cetaceans” (Order: Cetacea) ths andwhich includes whales, dolphins and Sonoranporpoises. Cetaceans throughout time entures,have amazed humans, inspiring myths such as mermaids and their song, marine ou namemonsters, and even Bible stories such as n DesertJonah, or fairy tales such as Pinocchio. howlingHumans eventually stopped fearing them and decided to conquer them -- killing Puertothem for their meat, bones and oil. For e eventsmany years the fuel for street lamps was ority ofthe burning fat of whales. So great became on Ajo’sthe dependence of humans on whales that populations were nearly erased from k to thethe Earth. Even with a substitute for the it—theoil and other whale products, countless right tocetaceans today are endangered and too drivingmany continue to be killed all around the world. register, Approximately 33 species of cetaceans live in the Gulf of California, home of the smallest cetacean in the world, the m $150 for“Vaquita Marina” (Phocoena sinus). We are visited by these graceful giants, uded. such as the blue whale (Balaenoptera musculus), the largest cetacean and animal on Earth, the humpback whale (Megaptera novaeagliae) and others. But this story is dedicated to a species with a resident population in the Sea of Cortez and the second largest whale on earth: the fin whale (Balaenoptera physalus).

Whale skeleton at CEDO’s field station

In 1984 a majestic but young fin whale was swimming the waters of the Northern Gulf of California, feeling its enormity, moving skillfully. But it happens that water provides the means to support a heavy body, but on Earth and without legs the enormity of a whale is an obstacle to movement. As can happen to a whale, probably because of the waves, the wind or disorientation, the whale swam into the shallow waters of an estuary. Unable to move and breathe as its own weight crushed its lungs, it died. A dead body of a whale means food for thousands of animals, but this whale was destined for another purpose. A visitor informed CEDO´s staff about a whale beached at La Pinta Estuary and based on this information, CEDO´s leaders invited a visiting student group to help them to clean the bones of the whale and bring them to the field station. Finding a complete whale skeleton is not easy, but neither is cleaning it. Despite the challenge, the work began, and after two days of smelly experience, the group brought the skeleton to the field station. They didn´t know it at the time, but it was the beginning of CEDO´s exhibits, available free of charge to all who visit CEDO today.

Whale skeleton at CEDO’s field station When our fin whale beached that fateful day in 1984, probably thoughts of desperation attacked its lucid mind. Sometimes, however, a terrible happening provides the opportunity to change the world; so, its skeleton today gives all visitors the opportunity to understand the evolution of cetaceans by observing that the bones of a whale are not so different from a human’s since we are mammals too. It gives us the opportunity to feel and compare the size of an enormous cetacean, and definitely, it’s an inspiration for CEDO’s huge mission -- to conserve and use responsibly the resources of the Northern Gulf of California. CEDO is undoubtedly a whale of a story! Come and visit our exhibits and whale skeleton in Edificio Agustín Cortés at Las Conchas. Call us at (638)3820113/15 or send us an e-mail at info@ cedointercultural.org.

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BARB’S DOG RESCUE NEWSLETTER “Help Us Help Them”

By Barb Mumaugh

As 2014 gets underway, the local people and visitors from the US are discovering that they have a lot more taxes to pay. Soft drinks, chewing gum, and stock market transactions are just some of the items now being taxed by Mexico’s federal government as it struggles to collect funds to pay for things like better roads and pensions for the poor. But there is one particular tax that has angered many people and could do some serious damage to the country’s dogs and cats: A 16% sales tax on everything, including pet food. Dog lovers all over Peñasco and throughout Mexico are already feeling the pinch. Middle class dog owners might be able to absorb the new costs, but we feel the new tax will have a more serious impact on the millions of dogs living in Mexico’s poorer neighborhoods here and throughout the country. We fear this tax will cause more people to abandon their pets. In Mexico, it’s estimated that 45% of the population lives under the poverty line, and around 50% of those families have animals at home. People with low incomes can easily run out of money to feed their dogs, and what do they do? They leave them in the street or bring them into one of the local shelters that are run by volunteers who get very limited donations. This new tax makes the job of animal rescuers even harder. Please, if you have donated to one of the local animal shelters

in the past, please keep doing it! If you haven’t stopped into our shelter please do so and consider bringing a small donation. You might not think that one bag of dog food makes a difference, but it does! On a final note, we wanted to thank the great group of kids from Daniels Academy that stopped in to visit us a few months ago. It was amazing to see them interact with all the dogs! Daniels Academy is located in Utah and they travel to Peñasco to give these wonderful kids a chance to see the beach. Daniels Academy is designed for students who have struggles in academic or social settings due to learning differences. We loved having them at the shelter and look forward to seeing them next time come to Peñasco. All donations are welcome! Please help us save as many dogs as possible. You can make an online donation on our website or Facebook page. You can also stop out to the shelter we are located north of town on Highway 8, the main highway between Puerto Peñasco and Sonoyta. When heading north out of town, Barb’s is located on the west (left) side of the road, about 2 ½ miles north of the Carbora turnoff. Look for our bright yellow signs. In case we don’t say it enough, we are so thankful to The City of Peñasco for their help and support. We also wish to thank all the animal rescues in Peñasco. Please consider adopting one of our Mexico mutts. They make the best pets!

Please visit us online http://www.facebook.com/BarbsDogRescue or our website www.BarbsDogRescueRP.com Barb’s Mexico cell # (638) 114-1659 or her US # (602) 774-1578. Email barbsdogrescue@gmail.com. We can pick up donations in the US and Puerto Peñasco.

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

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

$$ BANKING & MONEY $$ Typical Bank Hours Mon.-Fri. open 8:30 or 9 AM, close 4 or 5 PM Saturday 9 or 10 AM - 2 PM Banks do not offer Safety Deposit Boxes BANKS IN PUERTO PEÑASCO BANAMEX Sucursal Pinacate Blvd. Benito Juárez & Campeche 383-3943 or 383-4830 Blvd. Benito Juárez & Blvd. López Portillo 388-5842 or 388-5844 BANCOMER 383-2947 or 383-2430 Blvd. Benito Juárez & V. Estrella and in Plaza Fremont BANORTE 383-5955 • Blvd. Benito Juárez 388-6901 • Blvd. Fremont & Sinaloa SANTANDER SERFIN 383-2091 or 383-4288 Blvd. Benito Juárez & Calle 13 Hwy. 85, north of town ATM MACHINES ATM’s are located at the banks and have 24 hr. access. They give pesos only. 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) 387-7616 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.

CAMPING 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. RV PARKS 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 El Mirador - Playa de Oro Sandy Beach - Playa Bonita 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.

CHURCHES 7th Day Adventist Church Pastor Antulio Espinoza Ave. Sinaloa (between Alberto Lizárraga & Gregorio Escalante) Tel: (044-638) 110-5538 Worship Saturday 9:30am 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 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 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 Sandy Beach Medical Center 388-7676 Cellular: 044-638-110-7898 Dr. Jesús González Gaytán Blvd. Paseo de Las Dunas (On Sandy Beach) 24 Hr. Emergency Service Available Full Service Outpatient Medical Clinic English speaking doctor and staff 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

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.

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GENERALINFORMATION INTERNET SERVICE & WIFI

NOTARY PUBLICS (NOTARIOS)

TELEPHONES 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

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.

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.

Call U.S. & Canada from Mexico dial 001+(area code)+7 digit number

FM3 & IMMIGRATION

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 Proaset Realty. 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.

FISHING & BOATING CON’T

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, next to Bancomer. 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

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

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 Postmaster: Transitional 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

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.

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 Collect from Mexico to U.S. dial 090 for a bilingual operator Call 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 DO NOT USE THE “CALL USA” BLUE PHONES THEY ARE VERY EXPENSIVE! 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

U.S. DMV (MOTOR VEHICLES) The closest U.S. Department of Motor Vehicles to Puerto Peñasco is 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

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. AIR & WATER TEMPERATURE

January: Air - 53° February: Air - 55° March: Air - 58° April: Air - 64° May: Air - 70° Air - 77° June: July: Air - 84° August: Air - 86° September: Air - 82° October: Air - 74° November: Air - 62° December: Air - 55°

Water - 57° Water - 60° Water - 62° Water - 65° Water - 72° Water - 77° Water - 84° Water - 85° Water - 83° Water - 75° Water - 67° Water - 61°

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 Puer to Peñasco you need: Bir th 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.

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

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Sonoran Resorts Launch a Concierge, Wedding and Event Planning Department to Better Serve Owners and Clients. By Joe Houchin

Who hasn’t dreamt of a wedding or anniversary on the beach at sunset; or a romantic dinner at water’s edge with champagne as the sun fades beyond the Baja Peninsula leaving a vermilion sky that you will forever remember. Romance lives on the beaches of Puerto Peñasco and beckons the soft embrace of lovers from around the world. In a classic move to continue their high level of service to owners, guests and visitors, Sonoran Resorts have recruited a wedding and event planning expert who occupies the Concierge office in the Sonoran Sky Luxury Resort Condominium on Sandy Beach here in Puerto Peñasco.

Olimpia Garcia Watson, the newest member of the Sonoran Sky team, gained her expertise in wedding and event planning in Puerto Vallarta where she sold, planned and serviced up to 250 weddings and events per year for the Riu Hotels, after two years in sales at the Grand Velas Resort specializing in niche group markets such as foreign individual tourism bookings, special event groups and FAM trips. Olimpia actually began her career in the hospitality industry in 2006 right here in Puerto Peñasco at the Sonoran Resorts. She moved to San Carlos to complete her studies at the Technological Institute of Sonora where she earned her Degree in Tourism Administration. On her return to our little slice of paradise by the sea, she was again snapped up by Sonoran Resort Corporate to open one of the few on-site wedding and special events planning departments in Puerto Peñasco. In less than a month in her new position at the Sonoran Sky, Olimpia is negotiating for two weddings and one Quinceañera (a traditional 15th birthday celebration similar to a debutant celebration in the U.S.). She has also established working relationships with local vendors and service and

equipment providers who have met her exacting quality standards. The secret to creating a successful wedding or other memorable event, according to Olympia’s proven philosophy, is listening to the client and not be afraid to offer suggestions to make their event even more memorable. The next step toward insuring a successful event is providing the highest level of service. With a smile of acknowledgement, Olimpia adds, “To do that it helps greatly to be ‘addicted to the service industry.’” It doesn’t take long after meeting her to realize that Olympia is an “addict.” If you have ever coordinated a wedding or any size special event (from family reunions to social club rendezvous) then you know the value of an experienced planner. You can double that value when your event is in another country. With Olimpia on your side, your biggest burden will be telling her how many people are coming, and what it’s about. Usually after just one meeting or even a phone call, he will do all the groundwork to give you the best options and budget for your event. Imagine being able to actually enjoy your event; spend quality time with your friends and associates, relaxing with a chance to absorb the peaceful beauty of this heavenly destination while every detail is handled by an expert who lives here and has done this hundreds of times. Worth noting is that Sonoran Sky has the luxuriously appointed high-tech Los Volcanes ballroom and meeting facility on the 2nd floor. It is capable of providing just about everything you’ll need for any corporate or private event. As far as wedding planning, there is no limit to what Olimpia can create for a lifetime of memories, whether it is a symbolic wedding, a candle or sand ceremony, or a legal ceremony, she can create it just for you. Call Olimpia from the U.S. at (480) 626-7865 and from Rocky Point at (638) 108-2107 (If you are dialing from a local land line, you do not have to dial the (638) prefix. Email Olimpia at losvolcanessky@ gmail.com. By the way, did you know you can refer your family and friends to hold weddings and events at the Sonoran Sky? There is no better place to have a wedding than in the golden sands of Puerto Peñasco beneath an auburn sunset. The beach beckons…

This article is brought to you by the Sonoran Resorts Sales Group, www.sonoranresorts.mx, Jim Ringquist, Director of Sales and Marketing.

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Pancho, Columbus, Rocky Point and the Gila Valley By Mike Bibb

While the exploits of Pancho Villa are probably not an everyday topic of conversation in the Sea of Cortez community of Puerto Peñasco, his legendary contributions to the Mexican Revolution of the early 1900’s substantially impacted various Sonoran locations, as well as numerous places in the neighboring state of Chihuahua. Likewise, I imagine most Eastern Arizona and Gila Valley residents have never given much consideration to Francisco “Pancho” Villa’s armed raid on the small border community of Columbus, New Mexico, about 30 miles south of Deming, in March, 1916; the first attack on U.S. soil by a foreign combatant since the War of 1812. Yet, Villa’s brief incursion into the United States, and his revolutionary activity in northern Mexico, resulted in many Mormon settlers fleeing Mexico to the safer confines of southern Arizona, including the Safford, Thatcher and Duncan areas; farming communities situated along the banks of the Gila River Valley. Presently, several families of Gila Valley Latter-day Saints - aka Mormons - are descendants of refugees from the Mormon colonies, as well as having relatives still residing in northwestern Chihuahua, Mexico. Originally, Mormons settled in Mexico to escape the ban on polygamist marriages one of several decrees required by the federal government to permit statehood of Utah. Interestingly, most of the American West, including Utah, was originally part of Mexico, but ceded to the United States by the Treaty of Guadalupe Hidalgo, ending the U.S. / Mexican War in 1848. After nearly 50 years of trying to become a state, Utah was finally granted statehood on Jan 4, 1896, but only after it agreed to prohibit plural marriages. With the exception of a few fundamentalist fractions of the church, polygamy has not been lawfully practiced by the LDS in over a hundred years.

Villa Disrupts the Status Quo

Acknowledged as the General of the North Division during the revolution, Villa was born Jose Doroteo Arango Arambula, June 5, 1878, in the rural village of San Juan del Rio, Durango. When only 16, he shot a man for allegedly molesting his younger sister, and then fled to the safety of the mountains. The following several years he labored as a miner, cattle rustler, bank robber and all-around bandit, robbing from the rich and giving to the poor. To avoid detection by Mexican authorities, Doroteo Arango changed his name to Francisco or Pancho Villa. Endowed with a charismatic personality and instinctive skills as a military leader, his natural born attributes would later propel him into being a major player in the Mexican Revolution of 1910-20. Villa also possessed other notable talents. Pictures typically show him to be a somewhat chunky individual, relaxed in motivation and sluggish in personal appearance. Actually, he was a competent horseman, avid swimmer and often jogged to stay in shape. He could dance all night with the ladies at local fiestas, probably because he didn’t become inebriated from drinking liquor. Reportedly, he was officially married 26 times which, undoubtedly, helped to maintain his physical fitness. The Mexican Revolution of the early 1900’s was, in many aspects, no different than any other war, with armed forces requiring a steady replenishment of supplies if they were

to continue to maintain their mission. They usually obtain them through their own sources or from whatever means available. Villa’s troops faced a similar situation. Following several defeats during the winter of 1915-16, Villa’s army was in urgent need of ammunition, food, clothing and other supplements. Consequently he began raiding mining camps, railroads and ranches in northern Mexico. However, these targets failed to provided sufficient quantities of the needed provisions. As a result of his depleting supplies, U.S./Mexico border towns attracted Villa’s attention. Prior to the Columbus raid, Villa and his troops attacked Agua Prieta, Sonora, across the international boundary from Douglas, Arizona, on Nov. 1, 1915. The night raid was repelled, at least in part, because of the use of powerful search lights, powered by American supplied electric generators. Once an ally of the United States, Villa considered the use of the lights an intentional intrusion into his affairs and began formulating plans to strike back at the Americans. Since Mexican resources were becoming less reliable, Villa decided to look north of the border. Under the cover of darkness on March 9, 1916, he advanced with several hundred troops towards Columbus and the U.S. Army detachment at Camp Furlong. Scouting reports indicated only about 50 soldiers were garrisoned at the post, leading Villa to believe there would be light resistance. In actuality, about 350-400 soldiers of the 13th Cavalry were stationed at the camp. A tactical error that would soon cause serious injury to Villa’s forces. A shallow mesquite lined arroyo a short distance southwest of Columbus provided concealment for the raiders until Villa gave the order to attack in the early morning hours. As Villa’s forces began to pillage Columbus, the sound of gun fire and smoke from burning buildings alerted the camp’s forces. Within a few minutes, army personnel manned machine guns and rifles and began firing in the direction of the commotion. Other U.S. troops, shooting from the eastern side of the community, caught Villa’s soldiers in a crossfire. Within an hour and a half, ten civilians, eight soldiers and 70--75 revolutionaries had been killed. As the sun rose and realizing obvious defeat, Villa retreated back into Mexico. The hope of resupplying his forces with fresh American munitions, horses and food was only partially successful. Villa’s failed raid on Columbus was not the end of his headaches. President Woodrow Wilson - upon learning of the brazen attack on a southwestern U.S. city and army post - dispatched General John “Black Jack” Pershing and several thousand soldiers to pursue Villa. In those days organizing and deploying such a large contingent of troops took several weeks, giving Villa ample time to disappear into the mountainous back-country of Mexico. Paradoxically, Gen. Pershing’s “Punitive Expedition” was the last time a horse mounted cavalry military operation was ordered into action, but also the first time automobiles, trucks and airplanes were employed. Pershing’s experimentation with the new machines would later prove to be a

testing lab for their future use in World War I. After unsuccessfully chasing Villa for almost a year, Pershing was ordered back to the United States in February, 1917. America’s imminent entry into World War I took precedence over a rag-tag group of border bandits. While the Columbus “Villista” raiders were partially dispersed by Pershing’s forces, Pancho Villa wasn’t apprehended. Villa continued to lead armed assaults until the conclusion of the revolution.

No mas “El Jefe”

In 1920, Villa and Mexico President Adolfo de la Huerto negotiated a peace allowing Villa to receive a general’s salary and retire to a ranch in El Canutillo in the state of Durango. It was a short-lived retirement. Three years later Villa was cut down by assassin’s bullets in Parral, Chihuahua on July 20, 1923. He was 45 years old - The killers were never arrested. Historical research has speculated the murderers were government agents or hired executioners. Either way, they were not pursued with much enthusiasm, leading many to believe Villa’s death was intentionally premeditated and sanctioned by former political and military adversaries. Depending upon one’s point of view, Villa was either a national hero or war criminal. Like his controversial life, his bodily remains are believed to be interred in the Parral, Chihuahua city cemetery, or the Revolutionary Monument in Mexico City. Adding to the uncertainty of his burial whereabouts, macabre rumors have suggested Villa’s mummified head is presently in the possession of the Order of the Skull and Bones, a secret Yale University undergraduate society founded in 1832. Since no one knows for certain, Villa’s tombstones can be found in both Mexico locations. Whether or not his head is still attached or severed and stuffed in a box in New Haven, Connecticut remains a mystery. After all, it’s a secret. However, I suspect modern DNA forensic testing might help to resolve the confusion. That is, if a corpse really exists to examine. The picture accompanying this article is of a large monument of Pancho Villa leading a military charge on horseback, proudly displayed in the border town of Palomas, Chihuahua, Mexico, a couple of miles south of Columbus.

Corn Beef Kabobs and Green Rice

By Chef Mickey 2012 Iron Chef Winner!

Hello there all you faithful Rocky Point Times readers, this is your friend, Chef Mickey here in beautiful Rocky Point, Mexico giving you this month’s recipe. How about something great, easy and off the wall for St. Patrick’s Day? Are you ready? Okay…drum roll, please…here it is…Corn Beef Kabobs and Green Rice. WHAT? That’s right! I guarantee you will love this one. We’ll start with the green rice…delicious! Preheat oven to 350°.

Ingredients & Procedure • For the Green Rice • 1 small green pepper • 1 small onion • 2 tbsp. parsley • 3 cups of cooked rice • 3/4 cups milk • 1/2 cup melted butter Grind green pepper, onion and parsley and mix into rice then add milk and butter. Place into a buttered ring. Set ring in pan of hot water and bake in oven at 350° for 45 minutes. Set aside. • For the Kabobs • 1 lb. cooked corned beef • 1-10 oz. pkg. Brussels sprouts (cooked) • 1 loaf rye bread cut into bite size triangles • 1 stick butter (melted) • Hide message history Cut the corn beef into bite size cubes. Skewer 3 corned beef cubes, 3 Brussels sprouts and 3 rye bread triangles onto each skewer. Brush skewers with melted butter and place under broiler, about 3”5” from the heat, for approximately 4 minutes, turning once. Okay…We’re ready to eat! Put your delicious green rice on a warm platter and place the kabobs on top of the rice. Now, go grab yourself an icy cold green beer and your St. Patrick’s Day meal is complete! Happy St. Patrick’s Day! That’s it for this month. I hope you enjoyed this nice and easy recipe. Until next time. Your Friend Chef Mickey

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Your Brand New Retirement or Vacation Home is only $119,900 USD!

Lot and Ocean View Included!!

If you are thinking of retiring soon or want a vacation home built to your standards then you don’t want to miss this limited time offer from Laguna Shores Resort, a master planned oceanfront community just north Rocky Point. They are kicking off the New Year by offering you a newly built custom home in their private and secure community for just $119,900 USD. And that includes the lot! Retiring and vacationing in Rocky Point has never been so attractive and affordable so don’t wait for this offer to expire – come out to Laguna Shores Resort today! It is a dream to retire in Rocky Point: Living by the Sea of Cortez, eating fresh seafood and taking in the beautiful sunsets every night. Not to mention the warm ocean water and sunshine year round. If you thought you can’t afford to retire near the ocean…think again. Or maybe there are other reasons why you have given up on your retirement dream: Perhaps you don’t want to live in a condo year round where hundreds of visitors invade your space every weekend. Or maybe you haven’t found the right home at the right price, or the homes you can afford are too far from the ocean. Whatever your reason is Laguna Shores Resort has the solution. You can now live by the ocean in a new custom home and not worry about swarms of vacationers peeking in your windows every weekend. Laguna Shores offers low-density housing so you’ll never know you live in the best community in Rocky Point. For a limited time Laguna Shores is making it extremely affordable to retire (or vacation) in this seaside village. For $119,900 USD (that prices

includes the lot) Laguna Shores Resort build you a new 2- or 3-bedroom home with over 1,000 sq. ft of living space, 2 bathrooms, air conditioning and heating, all major appliances, landscaping, tile floors, beautiful wood cabinets and doors and an oversized garage. By taking advantage of their custom home building services there is no need to hire your own crew and make frequent trips to make sure your home is being built to your specs – all of that is decided in the beginning and your new home is guaranteed quality construction. Laguna Shores offers many floor plans and upgrades to choose from if you desire a larger home. Whatever you want your retirement home or your vacation home to look like – Laguna Shores can build it. Laguna Shores Resort is a private community with tons of amenities for owners (and vacationers) to use. Enjoy the pools, tennis and basketball courts, kayaks, bicycles, beach cabana beds, miniature putting green, game room, spa, exercise room, cigar bar and restaurant just to name a few. There are miles of beach to explore as well as a pristine estuary teeming with wildlife. Vacationing or retiring at Laguna Shores Resort will be the best decision you ever made. Contact Wayne Corcoran today to make your dreams come true. Phone him from the U.S. at (480) 370-1523 or locally at (638) 112-0854. Email wmlcorcoran@lagunashoresresales.com and visit the resort website at www.lagunashoresresort. com. You won’t find a better price for a brand new home in a private oceanfront community. And remember, the $119,900 USD price includes the lot!

7th Annual January Jam at JJ’s Cantina

By Rita Pizarro

Roger Clyne and the Peacemakers delivered another fun winter weekend with the seventh January Jam at JJ’s Cantina. The January Jam started in 2008 after the recording of Turbo 8. In this audio and video session the members of the band stayed in a beautiful home in Cholla Bay for eight consecutive days to create, record, and broadcast a song a day to thousands of fans. The final album, released two months later, included the 8 songs and 3 more fan favorites. After this release, the idea of making a smaller more intimate concert at JJ’s Cantina, which had been talked about for years, finally came to a reality and has since become a yearly tradition for the band, the fans and the community of Cholla Bay. This year the gathering started Friday at the Hut (formerly Changos) with Jim Dalton and the lawbreakers plus RCPM. It was a fun night with many cover songs including a fun spin of: Lupe, Tear me down, Pumped up Kicks, Listen to the Music and many 70’s and 80’s songs. This event gathered over 400 people for a new record on the pre-Jam event. The following morning 72 golfers made their way to the links golf course at Las Palomas for the “Mexican Moonshine Classic”. With fabulous weather, lucky golfers interacted with band members enjoying the beautiful views and warm

weather. There were many prizes such as tickets to RCPM Circus Mexicus Concert and also to the Coyotes game. The tournament also had shots for charity, of course shots were made with Roger Clyne’s Mexican Moonshine Tequila! Saturday was the main event at JJ’s in Cholla Bay and the concert was a sellout and Fans flocked JJ’s: an estimated 1000 people attended, some inside JJ’s, some at the beach around JJ’s. Everyone enjoying the music and the particularly awesome weather for a winter night. While a good part of the US has been plagued by bad weather and below record temperatures we have been blessed with warm weather all winter long. The concert weekend being no exception: a light ocean breeze set the stage for beautiful stargazing at the edge of the ocean and was also the perfect setting for all the favorite RCPM songs, making it an even more enjoyable event. Everyone was happy and having a good time. In the middle of the concert a glitch in the computer software turned off the stage lighting and hundreds of cell phones from the audience came to the rescue to light up the stage until the computer was restored and stage lights were on again. Kudos for the fans who are always so supportive of the band! We were also glad to hear a few more fun covers and also a big hit with the fans was Jason Boots singing a cover song from the Beastie Boys. There were no issues, no conflicts and everyone had a safe fun night. Thank you to everyone who made this weekend a success by organizing it, attending it and supporting it. The local people always look forward to this wonderful events and welcoming all of RCPM fans to Rocky Point. Mark your calendars for the first week in June for the biggest concert of the year: Circus Mexicus!

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Our Contributing writers...

Sandy Spain

Mike Bibb

Nancy Phelan

Born in Colon, Panama and lived in Venezuela before moving to the U.S. at the age of 11, returning to Venezuela for the summers. Educated in California, High Scool in Burbank and College in Santa Barbara. Retired from City of Scottsdale after 23 years of service and 10 years service before that in Cypress, California. In both cities was involved in financial services and the environment. I am a widow with two married sons and two grandchildren. I purchased my home in Playa Encanto in 1986 and moved to Mexico full time after retiring in 2002.

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.

Gretchen Ellinger

Designer - Owner of Diseños Casa y Jardín, born in Pachuca, Hidalgo, raised in Guadalajara, moved to Puerto Peñasco from Puerto Vallarta in 2003. He enjoys developing lasting personal relationships with his customers by beautifying their homes and making their dreams come true, loves music and good wine, he himself has taken every photo for his ads, member of the Interior Design Society and also of the Puerto Peñasco Photography Club,

Born in Boston, Nancy settled in Phoenix, Arizona, where she has three daughters and seven grandchildren. Nancy received her Masters degree from Northern Arizona University. Her computer career included Xerox and Control Data. She represented wineries in Europe working out of Libourne, France connecting wineries in Europe to the suppliers in the USA. Ten years ago, 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 events.

Considers herself blessed with the privilege of living and working Cholla Bay, which she thinks is one of the most inviting areas of Puerto Peñasco. After years of visiting Puerto Peñasco, Gretchen purchased a fishing shack by the water in Cholla Bay. The idea was to fix it up for weekends and vacations, and perhaps operate a bed and breakfast after retirement. After rebuilding, and a big curve in life’s road, Gretchen retired and started a new life in Cholla Bay. Over 7 years’ experience in real estate in Puerto Peñasco has earned Gretchen the respect of the real estate community, where it is known that she can be depended upon and trusted. Her numerous clients have come to depend on her for exemplary customer service, and expert advice in the fields of Cholla Bay real estate and retirement south of the border. Gretchen is Vice President of Education for AMPI (the Mexican association of real estate agents), and coordinates the annual clean-up of Cholla’s estuary by U of A students. That bed and breakfast dream? After over 7 years in operation, Casa Monica Cholla Bay B&B has many devoted visitors who would not stay anywhere else!

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

Joe Houchin Joe Houchin writes the blog for www.sonoranresorts.mx, using his 30 years of travel writing and international tourism destination promotion experience. His travel articles have been published in 18 countries. He has designed and operated international tours throughout southern Europe as well as the southwest U.S. and has written the brochure and ad copy for all of them. Joe was educated and lived in Mexico and Spain, graduating from the University of Barcelona in Modern Languages and Hispanic Studies. He planned to retire on the coast of southern Spain until he discovered Puerto Peñasco in 2000. He has lived in his “little slice of paradise by the sea” since 2009.

Eddie Wharez

favorite quote: “Success is not the key to happiness. Happiness is the key to success. If you love what you are doing, you will be successful.” — Albert Schweitzer

Lannette Phipps

My Bio…hmmm. Should I start at the age of 10 when I was kidnapped from Southern California and brought to Lake Havasu City to work in a factory mill (aka our home) stuffing independent phone books into plastic bags and then having to deliver said phonebooks doorto-door in temp’s well over 120-degrees from the back of a metal truck bed? Obviously there were no child labor laws back then and my kidnappers – aka 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. (This was before everyone who owned a PaintShop program thought they were designers – YES, I am talking about you!). 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. If 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. I could fill years of newspapers talking about the city and printers and escapades and stuff you really shouldn’t know about, but this is just a short bio. I have always wanted to be a writer of some sort so now I guess I am though my years have made me think I am a much better editor. I guess we can all be the judge of that when my first book is published…or not.

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.

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 was born and lived for 60 years in Missoula, Mt. He retired in 2004 after 35 years as a self employed appliance service technician. Rob served two tours in Viet Nam in the 60’s and is very involved in the American Legion. 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.

Mark Paliscak Marco Paliscak grew up on the East Coast and loved spending his summers at the Jersey Shore, enjoying the beach to the fullest. After graduating college, he moved to southern California and went on to get his Masters in Business Administration at the University of California, Irvine. Marco lived in Huntington Beach and Balboa Island for 13 years. He then relocated to Napa and lived in the wine country for a year. Missing the beach, he decided to move back to the beach to Santa Cruz, California. A great job offer took him south to Scottsdale, Arizona, where he lives today. Marco purchased his condo on Sandy Beach 9 years ago, and lives parttime at Bella Sirena and at home in Scottsdale with his family. “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 an interesting story about Rocky Point whether it is your place of employment, an upcoming event, a past event, an old or funny story, please email Marco at mpaliscak@amerifirst.us. You may be featured in the next…MARCO Y AMIGOS!

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2 FISH Ministry Norma and her husband have 4 children, 2 boys and 2 girls. The oldest is 8 years old and the youngest is 8 months. This family spent much time living on the street, however they are now fed and supported both physically and spiritually through the FISH Ministry. They are being disciple in God’s word and taught practical things to help them in their daily lives. They have now come out of a life of addiction and enjoy hearing the word of God imparted to them daily by Noe, the 2 FISH Ministry director. Their lives have been changed and their daily needs are now being met. We give thanks first and foremost to God and we give thanks to all those who help the ministry through donations of food and finances as well as donations of time to help at the ministry. This is a very special time of year at 2 FISH, as we see many of the volunteers, who come from the United States every year, return to visit Peñasco and to volunteer at 2 FISH. We always welcome them with open arms and many lifelong friendships have formed through their time with us. If you would like to volunteer or donate, you can go to the main kitchen on Keno Blvd between Numeros and the City tax office Tax deductible Financial gifts may be mailed to Mission Heartbeat, P.O. Box 1032, Lukeville, AZ 85341.

Please make a note that your gift if for 2 FISH. 100% of your donations go directly to the ministry. A huge thanks you goes out to those who have faithfully supported this ministry with prayers and donations.

P.S. We need the following: We need 6’ or 8’TABLES and CHAIRS for a third kitchen. VOLUNTEERS to cook or serve from 1PM to 3PM. PEOPLE to call on markets and fruit and vegetable stands for any kind of food, or canned goods which are about to expire.

“…but Jesus answered; you give them something to eat”

Mark 6:37

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If You Weren’t At the RCPM January Viva Mexico Taquería A Perennial Jam, You Missed a “Don’t Miss” Event Favorite of Locals and Visitors Alike By Joe Houchin

When Roger Clyne and the Peacemakers come to Rocky Point in January, they come to jam! That’s what we’ve come to expect and that’s exactly what they deliver—and then some! This year’s January Jam of two nights, held over the weekend of January 24th and 25th was a bit beyond exceptional up to and including the weather. The Jam began with the Friday night show at The Hut (formerly Chango’s) just outside the entrances to the Sonoran Sea and Sonoran Spa beach front condominium resorts, and of course Saturday at JJ’s Cantina in Cholla Bay where they started the original January Jam seven years ago to introduce some new songs they’d been working on for a new album.

Since that first Jam in January of 2008, it has grown into a tradition as strong as any we have here in our little slice of paradise by the sea. It gets better every year because this gang of dedicated musicians always seem to have something new for us. This year was no exception. In our preview blog we labeled this January Jam as one of those “Don’t Miss” events and RCPM proved us spot on as they brought a lineup that included their regular opener, Jason Boots who started warming the eager crowd that began showing up to The Hut at happy hour. Shawn Johnson, the creative singer, songwriter and guitarist who plays regularly at The Hut every Thursday through Sunday, began the show on the outside stage at 8:00 o’clock before the “as advertised” Jim Dalton and the Lawbreakers took the stage for the first time playing together as a separate band, even though the Lawbreakers include RCPM drummer, PH Naffah, bassist Nick Scropos, plus Jim brought Harley Husbands from another Circus Mexicus opener, Shurman. The result of this first ever stage performance by these gifted musicians playing some of Jim’s newly recorded pure country songs, was absolutely stunning. Jim unveiled a voice as deep as the vermilion sea and as country as the Sonoran desert. What a pleasant surprise! While we expected Jim to come out donning his signature C’boy hat, he proved to be too much of a Denver Bronco’s fan the week before Superbowl, and appeared in a bright flowing orange and blue Broncos poncho, looking cool and sounding even cooler.

The Jim Dalton and the Lawbreakers set ended all too soon, but was followed by the main event, Roger Clyne and, well, basically the same group, now Peacemakers. See, when you’re as good as these guys you can do that sort transition. And that’s when the Jam started. They promised a set of cover songs which they rarely play in concert so we didn’t really know what to expect except that it would be good. And it was, indeed better than good as they jammed to everything from hard rock to rap to classic country and rock. In typical RCPM spirit, they continued well after the “one set” promised as the record crowd for a Friday night (nearly 500 fans) kept calling them back on stage and since they are always having as good a time as everyone else, they kept coming back for more! All good things had to come to an end because there was a sold out Mexican Moonshine Classic Golf Tournament to tee off on Saturday morning that raised a bunch of bucks for several local charities in Rocky Point. The traditional Saturday night Jam at JJ’s Cantina opened with Jason Boooooooots (as Roger likes to call him), bringing down the sun with his special musical style, which, by the way, he showed just how versatile he is on Friday night during the cover set.

RCPM hit the stage rockin’ and rollin’ interspersed with hearty, heartfelt and honest gratitude to the crowd of about a 1,000 hard core fans who came out ready to fend off whatever weather would come to historic JJ’s Cantina in Cholla Bay— which, by the way, allowed for a beautiful January evening perfect for the energy brought by Roger Clyne and the Peacemakers who, as we’ve come to expect, left it all on stage, all for their fans.

By Joe Houchin

Upon entering the Malecón, Calle Ulloa is the first side street along the main drag and when you look up that little street you can’t help but see Viva Mexico on the left with its upstairs balcony and colorful sign that invites you to enjoy an assortment of delicious tacos, which, according to many, are the best in all of Puerto Peñasco.

In fact, there’s a collection of photos of frequent clientele covering an area of the wall upstairs that includes their very first customers who, by the way, still eat one or more meals there during each visit. Both Eliseo and María are super friendly, service-oriented people who seem to just not be able to do enough for their guests. The décor and atmosphere is very traditional Mexican with tile floors of inlaid broken pieces throughout, serapes arranged with sombreros on the walls, painted wrought iron railings along the stairs and across the balcony upstairs. Eliseo Salinas and María Ramirez, his partner for 20 years, opened Viva Mexico at this location 11 years ago and together they have built a loyal following of locals and frequent Rocky Point visitors who stop by at least once during every visit to enjoy one or more of the items on their menu, which cover the gamut of foods that fit into a corn or flour tortilla, plus several types of Quesadillas and Burros with an assortment of fresh, handmade salsas, guacamole and Pico de Gallo, none of which are so Picante (spicy hot) that you would require the local Bomberos (Firemen) to salvage the remains of your palate. A cold beer should do the trick.

If you’re the knife and fork or DIY sort, they also serve their deliciously prepared meats and fish in a “Platillo” style, a three-part plate, with rice and beans included with either meat (qualify beef), Pork, Grilled chicken, Shrimp or Fish of the day. Of course, you can order any of these ingredients in the form of a taco, burro or quesadilla.

There’s a cold refrigerator full of sodas and beer. They also have Clamato juice on hand that many like to put in beer. In Mexico that’s called a “Michelada”. Viva Mexico is a true family operation that includes, besides Eliseo and María, their four children: Hector Ignacio, 18 years old; Sandy, 12 years; Sara Hilda, 11; and Rodrigo, 6 years old. During busy periods after school you’ll probably have a chance to see them in action helping to clean tables and even serving—that is, emphasizes María, if they’ve finished their homework.

Viva Mexico also caters a lot of private parties and will send someone out to prepare the menu chosen right at the party, or they will prepare everything and deliver it to the party location for a buffet style service. Just call Eliseo or María at 638-104-7252. María speaks some English and Eliseo is learning it “poco a poco”. You can also email them at: eliseosalinas@ hotmail.com. Next time you’re down at the Malecon, if you haven’t already, stop in Viva Mexico for a snack or meal and say hello to this great couple. The restaurant is closed on Wednesdays unless it is a holiday week, like Spring Break or Semana Santa (Easter week). Otherwise their hours are: Monday, Tuesday and Thursday—9:00 AM to 6:00 PM; Friday and Saturday—9:00 AM to 9:00 PM; and Sundays from 9:00 AM to 7:00 PM.

Peace be with the Peacemakers. We wait with anxious patience for their monster show in June that you may have heard about. It’s called Circus Mexicus. June will be your second chance for a “Don’t miss” event. Join the thousands of fans who converge upon our golden beaches so Roger Clyne and the Peacemakers can rock their world. Don’t miss this one! Stay informed atwww. circusmexicus.net. This article is brought to you by the Sonoran Resorts Sales Group, www. sonoranresorts.mx, Jim Ringquist, Director of Sales and Marketing.

This article is brought to you by the Sonoran Resorts Sales Group, www. sonoranresorts.mx, Jim Ringquist, Director of Sales and Marketing.

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CLUBSANDORGANIZATIONS AACORP (ANIMAL CENTER)

ALANON

BOOK & EXCHANGE

CASA HOGAR (ELDERLY HOME)

CHOLLA CHARITIES FOUNDATION

Donna (044-638) 109-3766 Email: mmdonnadonna@aol.com English Speaking Meetings 48 Campeche & Manuel Arista (next to Galindo’s Café) at the Passport AA Club.

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.

ALCOHOLICS ANONYMOUS

BUNCO BABES

Director: Ruben Rodriguez Rico 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: Madre Silvia Gomez and drop it off at the home. You may drop checks or donations off at the Rocky Point Times office.

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.

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.

(044-638) 100-8471 English Speaking Meetings Mon & Wed 10-11am & 6-7pm, Sun 9am 48 Campeche & Manuel Arista (Next to Galindo’s Cafe) Thu 10AM Big Book Study Sat. 9:30am above Candy Cake in Old Port Newcomers/Book Study Meeting

AMPI

AMERICAN LEGION POST MX 15

The Asociación Mexicana de Profesionales Inmobiliaros (AMPI), or the Mexican Association of Real Estate Professionals, Puerto Peñasco Chapter 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 States, 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 such as the Business Expo and A Taste of Peñasco. Business mixers are held occasionally, and the community is always invited. AMPI operates the local Multiple Listing Service (MLS) on behalf of our real estate clients, one of only 3 MLS services in all Mexico.

Located in the Mirador 141 Chihuahua (Across from the Pink Cadillac)

2013 OFFICERS: President: Gretchen Ellinger President-Elect: Rommel Bustamante Legal VP: Ricardo Bórquez Ruíz Ethics VP: Grant MacKenzie Jr. Education VP: Gretchen Ellinger MLS VP: Jonni Francis PR VP: Mary Snyder Events: Liane Armstrong Language & Culture: Milton Felix Reyes Membership VP: Glen Martinez Secretary: Randi Alcott IS YOUR REAL ESTATE AGENT OR RENTAL AGENT OR PROPERTY MANAGER A MEMBER OF AMPI?

ADOPT-A-CLASSROOM

Open daily 8AM - 8PM The Public is Welcome

AGRUPACION GEORGE PAPNICOLAOU 383-4399: 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 PAPSMEARS Friday 9AM-2PM by appointment only Please call 1 to 2 weeks prior

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

Contact the Post for dinner specials and special events scheduled throughout the year

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 non-profit organization dedicated to research, education and conservation of the planet’s last great frontiers: the Sea of Cortez.

MagicJack (602) 539-0381 Mexico phone (011-52-638) 388-8841 Email americanlegionmx15@yahoo.com

LOTS OF FUN AND GREAT EXPERIENCE FOR CHILDREN & ADULTS!

2014 OFFICERS: Commander: Michael Dugas First Vice Commander: Paul Raddatz General Meetings First Tuesday of every month at 6 pm (Oct-June)

NEW MEMBERS AND ASSOCIATES WELCOME!

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

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

Sandy Spain 388-0857/(044-638) 109-4109 Ladies play Bunco at 6:30pm on the last Wed. of every month at Giuseppi’s on Blvd. Fremont

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@aol. comm 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.

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. 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!

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.

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: Gustavo Turati Manager: Maria Elena Garcia

(Please note that our Chamber of Commerce is not like

those that you find in U.S. cities and do not provide the same services and information.)

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.

CONNECTION CLUB Meets every Thursday at 4:00 pm at The Light House on Whale Hill. Sandy Spain: 388-0857 Brenda Barden: 044-386-9197 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.

COORDINACION DE SALUD MUN.

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.

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

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.

CHOLLA BAY SPORTSMENS CLUB Also referred to as the CBSC Dues: $40, Payable to CBSC PO Box 1320, Lukeville, AZ 85341 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. 2012 OFFICERS President: Mike Dugan Vice-President: Pat Goodin: 382-5056 Secretary: Billie Crumbley: 382-5133 Treasurer: Enedina Otañez: 382-5142 Membership: Laura McIntyre 2012 BOARD MEMBERS Sal Otañez, Rhea Dugan, Don Schinidli, Paul Schoonover, Shirley McDonald, Tammy Hicks, Larry McIntyre, Kelly and Dave Adams The CBSC provides an invaluable service for those at sea and promotes good relations between American visitors and our Mexican neighbors.

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

EL GOLFO RUN Tom & Sandra O’Hare Rocky Point Times Newspaper 383-6325 or from U.S. (602) 476-1939 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.)

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CLUBSANDORGANIZATIONS 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.

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.

GUARDIAN ANGELS Ramon Ramos: 388-5362/(044-638) 112-0350 ramonramos@prodigy.net.mx Started by Linda and Guy Scholey, and taken over by Ramon since their departure, the Guardian Angels puts on a Christmas party for Escuela La Montaña, the school for handicapped children. Every year donators select a special child to buy a gift for. With donations received, they are also able to provide hot meals for the children throughout the year.

HABITAT FOR HUMANITY Hábitat para la Humanidad, Mexico A.C. Pedro Martínez, English Spoken: 383-4323 Habitat for Humanity builds homes for families in need all over the world.

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.

LAS CONCHAS HOMEOWNERS ASSOC. Phone: 382-0050 Guard Gate: 382-0095 President: Ginger Beauchamp Executive Vice President: Marcia Florian Vice President: Randi Alcott Treasurer: Georgia Mastin Secretary: Mary Inserra

PEÑASCO CHILDRENS FOUNDATION CON’T

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.

RED HAT LADIES LUNCHEON

SOUTH OF THE BORDER SINGLES

Brenda Barden: 044-638-386-9197 The Puerto Peñasco Chapter gets together on the last Monday of the month at 1PM (Oct.June) to have lunch and show off their “red hats and purple dresses”. All ladies welcome. Call for reservations or info.

South of the Border Singles (SOB’s) meets every Wednesday at 4:00PM at Playa Bonita Restaurant for cocktails/dinner. Monthly business meetings first Wednesday at 5:30PM at Playa Bonita. Sunday 9AM gather for weekly 9:30AM breakfast at various RP restaurants. Other fun events, short trips, parties throughout the year. All singles welcome! Local contact: Jane Joyner at Playa Bonita RV Park cjanejoyner@yahoo.com or Jean McCauley at Las Conchas; jeanmcc61@gmail.com Mexican cell phone is (044-638) 386-9774 or Magic Jack is (520) 303-4332.

REHABILITATION CENTER

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

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

LIONS CLUB

PINACATE BIOSPHERE RESERVE

ROCKY POINT CHRISTMAS

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.

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.

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

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

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.

OA Overeaters Anonymous Tuesdays 9:30AM Manuel Arista (some as AA) Phone: 044-638-103-3405 48 Campeche Ave.

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

PEÑASCO CHILDRENS FOUNDATION Founder: Steve Schwab Coordinator: Richard C. LaNasa Established 2003 520-232-2241 PO Box 70121, Tucson, AZ 85737 www.penascochildrensfoundation.org

PINACATE BIOSPHERE RESERVE

PISTA LOS PATOS SAND DRAGS Phone: 383-3105 Super fast racers from all over the U.S. and Mexico race each other down the sandy track, which is located just north of town. Everyone welcome. Events are held throughout the year, call above for schedule and times.

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

PROFESSIONAL BUSINESS WOMEN

ST. VINCENT DE PAUL

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.

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.

RED CROSS (CRUZ ROJA) EMERGENCY DIAL 060

Business Phone: 383-2266 www.cruzrojapenasco.org.mx Monetary donations can be made in person, to the Red Cross people with their cans out when you see them in the street or you may deposit directly into their account: Banamex Acct# 7661161 SUC. 472 Located on Blvd. Fremont, across from the Fire Department (Bomberos) SERVICES ARE FREE OF CHARGE The Red Cross offers its services free of charge to the general public. They handle a number of minor injuries such as stings, bites, cuts, sprains, broken bones, etc. They have ambulance service and offer their services 24 hours a day. They work with local doctors and clinics to provide emergency care for patients with more serious injuries. They operate solely on donations, so please donate when you can. They are always in need of medical supplies, crutches, wheelchairs, etc. You may drop off donations at the Red Cross or at the office of the Rocky Point Times. The Red Cross can fill Portable Oxygen Tanks with prior notice.

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.

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

2 FISH MINISTERIOS Founder: Pastor Stan Tedrow Peñasco Christian Fellowship Melchor Ocampo & Tecla Bustamante Donations accepted and welcomed at the Felowship Monday Friday 8AM - 2PM or can be dropped off at the Black Dog 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

UNCOMMON WOMEN ON COMMON GROUND GROUP Rosie Glover: 044-638-112-0134 Group meets 2nd Tuesday of each month at 5:30PM for something fun!

WEEKEND MISSIONS 323 Leon de La Barra and Madero (in the old Hotel Villa Granada) 383-1394/(480) 626-5440/(480) 503-8832 Founders: Mark, Jerry and Rusty Renovation Coordinator: Conrad Provides for the physical and spiritual needs of the very poor, widowed and orphaned. Donations of building supplies and other everyday supplies always welcome.

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 (638) 107-9936 Rick Busa: RBusa@ysf.com.mx 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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CLASSIFIEDADS ANNOUNCEMENTS 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 Giuseppis Espresso on Blvd. Fremont (next to Black Dog) Mexico (011-52-638) 383-1012, Phoenix (602) 412-3932, Tucson (520) 407-6594, nancy_phelan@yahoo.com. AACORP P.O. Box 1031, Lukeville, AZ 85341. (#1-AAC) BILINGUAL SERVICES SUNDAY 10AM with Peñasco Christian Fellowship. Bilingual services also offered Wednesday at 7PM. Located ½ block E. of the Melchor Ocampo & Josefa Ortiz de Dominguez intersection. North from Las Conchas Pemex, ½ blk E. at 3rd stop sign past railroad tracks. For more info. call Stan or Becky at 383-4513. (#1-24) JEHOVAH’S WITNESSES KINGDOM HALL Thursday Ministry School & Service Meeting 7pm. Sunday Public Discourse 9:30am. Located on the (baseball) stadium road, on the left, just before the big blvd. Call 382-0049 or 383-3885. (#a1a) GRUPO UNIDAD CRISTIANOS DE PEÑASCO Pastor Ernesto Portugal. Headphones available for English translation. Sunday service 10:30AM, Thursday Service 7:30PM, Children’s school same hours. Church office open Monday through Friday 9:30AM to 2PM. Located on Simon Morua. Call for info. (011-52-638) 383-2240. (#1-ch) ADOPT-A-CLASSROOM – Charity organization operated for 9 years now by Barb and Mark Olszewski, helping 9 schools and over 2,500 students. If anyone would like to help us with donations of spiral notebooks, pencils, crayons, erasers, rulers, etc...it will really be appreciated. You may use the offices of the Rocky Point Times Newspaper for a drop-off-point (off Calle 13-map in paper), or get information at www. rockypointclassroom.com (#1-AAC) PUERTO PEÑASCO ‘ROCKIES’ WHEELCHAIR BASKETBALL – Needs team boosters and sponsors!! Visitors are welcome to come watch us practice each Sunday 3-6PM at the Municipal Gymnasium on the main Blvd. at the north end of town. WE NEED DONATIONS to purchase sport wheelchairs for basketball. We ALSO NEED basketballs and uniforms!! Call Mark (602) 324-9529 or in Rocky Point (011-52-638) 383-4963. Email markbarb@prodigy.net.mx (#1-WC) GIUSEPPIS ESPRESSO – is now a drop off site for Animal Adoption Center of Rocky Point. Giuseppis Espresso is located on Blvd. Fremont between Cruz Roja (Red Cross) and the STOP sign at Sinaloa, next to Black Dog Casino (01152-638) 383-5181. (#1-AAC)

BARB’S DOG RESCUE – located 8 miles north of Rocky Point on the highway to Sonoyta, signs on both sides of highway. Also donation drop off point at Twin Dolphins Real Estate on Blvd Fremont, next to Cruz Roja (Red Cross). BarbsDogRescue@aol.com. Mexico (011-521-638) 114-1659 or (044-638) 384-0113. From the US dial (602) 3247241. (#1-dg) SEARCHING FOR A GURU – or Spiritual Guide.CALL DR. VAZQUEZ (011-52-638) 383-3014. (#1-V) 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 (#1-AL) ART GALLERIES GALERIA DEL MAR BERMEJO – The finest in Authentic Mexican Art. Largest selection of Mata Ortiz Pottery & JewelryCertified Huichol Yarn Paintings by Artist, Juan Silva-Certified Bronze Sculpture by Felipe Chavez Hernandez-Certified unique jewelry of sterling silver and semiprecious stones featuring sponge and coral. Virgin Saints and Angels-Daniel EspinosaCharles Alpert-Mara La Madrid. Books, * Books, * Books (children’s bilingual, decorator, culinary and more). Located behind the church in Old Port. Open 7 days from 10AM to 5PM. MasterCard and Visa accepted. From the U.S. dial (011-52-638) 383-3488 (phone and fax), or email: GaleriadelMarBermejo@yahoo. com. (#9-1) MERMAID’S MARKET ARTS AND CRAFTS – Showcasing local artisans. First and Third Saturdays 10AM-3PM at the Shrimp Plaza (Benito Juarez and Freemont). Info: www.facebook.com/ mermaidsmarket Contact: mexicoruss@ gmail.com (#MM-1) 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 – ONLY AMERICAN SALON IN Rocky Point. Full line AVON Beauty Supplies. Hair, Nails, Facials, Manicures and Pedicures cell (044-638) 106-3611. On Constitucion, across from Super Ley. (#25-1) BILL PAYING SERVICE DON’T GET CUT OFF!! BILL PAYING Service with 48 years experience for Rocky Point and Cholla Bay residents! See Patty at Mexico Bonito Realty located just off Cholla Bay Road. Local call us at 383-5737 or 383-4111, or from the U.S. dial (602) 476-1837. Visit our website at www.mexicobonitorealty.com or email us at mebore@mexicobonitorealty.com or patricia@mexicobonitorealty.com. (#30-1)

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) 476-1187, or email me at sivife@hotmail.com. (#30-2)

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) 476-1187 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)

CATERING

FOR SALE

LA COCINA de RAMON – Ave. Francisco González Bocanegra (638) 388-5362 (#50-1)

TURN KEY FULLY FUCTIONAL ESPRESSO COFFEE CART – Ready to set up. Selfcontained with fridge, espresso machine, coffee grinder all included. Ask for Anita or Maria (011-52-638) 383-5181. (#86-2)

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 3831011. (#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. (#56-10) GIUSEPPIS ESPRESSO - RESTAURANT - PASTRY – inside or outside seating. Located on Blvd. Fremont, left side past Cruz Roja (Red Cross) Open at 8AM until 4PM on Mon, Tue & Thur. Friday &Saturday breakfast, lunch and dinner 8AM - 8PM. Sunday 8AM - 2PM (Closed Wednesdays) (011-52-638) 383-5181 www.giuseppis.info. Leashed, well behaved dogs always welcome. (#56-6) 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) 383-3434. (#64-3) FM3 SERVICES SERVICES FOR AMERICANS – Permanent and Temporary Residence, Tax ID Numbers (Hacienda Registration), accounting services, bill paying and more. Office location: Sun Valley Business and Immigration Service, Plaza del Sol, Local No. 8 (north side of Blvd. Fremont). Call local at 383-8891, from the U.S. dial (520) 829-4340 or email Bianeysvisa@ aol.com or Dynorasvisa@aol.com. English spoken. (#79-9)

FOR SALE – Cricut Imagine® inkjet printing machine, new, still in box... plus 2 Disney Pixar cartridges. (602) 618-8340 or (044-638) 3808233. (#86-9) 2000 33’ MALLARD TRAILER $7500 – Sleeps 8, central A/C, heat. Front Queen Bed, rear bunk house, bath w/tub and shower. 18 ft slide. (602) 329-0219. Email vigs@cox.net. (#176-1) AUTHENTIC GERMAN SAUSAGES – Walter’s Brats Sausages for sale everyday, come and taste it fresh from the BBQ Every Fri & Sat. 3PM-7PM. Corner of Blvd. Fremont & Nuevo Leon. (044-638) 110-4970. (#86-17) FURNITURE DEALERS & DELIVERY FURNITURE/MATRESSES/SOFAS – We offer everything for your casa as well as a large selection of gift items. Best quality & Best Prices. Su Casa located on Rodeo Drive. E-mail shopsucasa.com (#90-1) 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 (011-52-638) 3833919, (602) 324-7241 (#100-4) PUERTA PRIVADA LONG TERM LEASE 2 OR 3 bdrm condos for long term lease only. Furnished or unfurnished available. Visit model on site 9am to 5pm daily for more info. (#10042) HOUSES & CONDOS FOR SALE PRINCESA E506 – 3 BED, 2 BATH Beachfront Vew. Fully Furnished. Bank Trust. Great rental. $279,900. Call Paul, Licensed Sonora Real Estate Agente. (602) 288-8687 or email pablorealty@ hotmail.com (#102-4) 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) LUXURY BEACHFRONT CONDO – 2.237 sq ft. 2 ocean view bedrooms, 2ba. For sale or trade. Can be two separate rentals. Furnished, ready to move in. Close to new airport. LLC Trust in place. For pictures and info go to www. forsalebyowner.com/22804114. Email tessororuby2009@gamil.com (520) 9774388 (#102-1)

PRINCESA 2BED – 2 Bath, bank trust in place ocean front view $179,900 cash. Call Pablorealty@hotmail.com. (602) 288-8687 or 383-8657 Licensed agent in Sonora. (# 102-5) PRINCESA 1BED – 1 Bath, with bank trust. View of the ocean and court yard. Call Pablorealty@hotmail.com (602) 2888687. Licensed Real Estate Agent for Sonora, MX. (#102-6) NEW CONSTRUCTION OR REMODEL – DYNAMIC Local Builder, Architect and Engineering. Economy Resort homes from $80,000 to Contemporary, Tuscan and Hacienda designs. Land additional and from US $19,900, designs, permits and hook ups may be included. Two models available, or design your own. GREAT DEALS NOW with us at the Laguna Shores Resort and new Sea View home in a private area of Rocky Point. Healthy competition gets you the very best deals! Call Glen Paulsen: MX (044-638) 3861999 Email: glencbn@gmail.com (#102-10) 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 JEWELTY - 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 (011-52-638) 3885512 and 383-2698. (#110-2) MASSAGE U.S.A. CERTIFIED MASSAGE THERAPIST. Several bodywork modalities available. Out calls or in clinic. $55 per hour. Best massage in town. Rita Pizarro, from U.S. dial (602) 748-4134, clinic (011-52-638) 383-8030, local dial 383-8030 or (044-638) 386-5203 or email ritapizarro@gmail.com. (#120-6) PEST CONTROL CONTRA PLAGAS – COCKROACHES, Termites, mosquitoes, flies, bees, fire ants, fleas, scorpions, spiders, rats, ants, mice. We have our Federal License. English spoken. Call Antonio Mendivil, owner at 383-8787. 24 hour emergency phone dial (044-638) 380-5136. (#126-1) REAL ESTATE SERVICES TWIN DOLPHINS – Blvd. Fremont, next to Red Cross. Mexico (638) 383-3919 US (602) 324-7241. (#140-1)

REALTY EXECUTIVES – Jonni Francis at Paseo Las Glorias, across from Peñasco del Sol. Mexico (638) 382-5355 US (602) 334-4134. (#140-2) PABLO REALTY – located in Rocky Point. Call 383-8657. Sonoran Licensed Agent. Selling in Rocky Point for 14 years. From U.S. (602) 288-8687. (#140-3) PUERTO PEÑASCO HOME INSPECTIONS. Be an intelligent investor: Get a home inspection before you buy your next home or investment property in Mexico. Puerto Peñasco’s only full time Home Inspector. Call (602) 748-4134, local dial (044-638) 110-4728 or email tomthomas360@gmail.com. (#140-4) RV PARKS & SPACES PARK YOU RV RIGHT AT THE WATERS EDGE – in Rocky Point at Playa Bonita RV Park. Call toll free from USA (1-888) 232-8142. From Mexico (1-800) 426-6482 info@playabonitamail.com (#152-2) SERVICES PET SITTING SERVICE – DON’T WORRY about your animals for a day, week or month! Vacation with peace of mind. I will look after your cats or dogs. Lots of experience with animals! Phone Nancy at (011-52-638) 383-1012. (#15721) AGUA GRANDE TOWING – Tows to U.S.A. No problem. All operators fluent in English and Spanish. Dennis Bleeker (011-52-638) 383-5770. From the U.S. (520) 232-2149. (#157-3) SATELLITE TV, DSS, DBS, FTA, C/ BAND – Home theater, internet, audio/ video, sales, service, custom installations, residential and commercial. Mobile (044638) 103-5317 Mex. VOIP (602) 635-2246 USA. ROCKY POINT HOME INSPECTIONS – Inspections by US inspector 25+years in Real Estate, Homes and Condos. Be a smart investor 602-538-0027 tomthomas360@gmail.com. (#157-1) 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! Email headout@cox.net, phone in the U.S. (602) 971-0166 or U.S. Toll Free (866) 4432368. www.headouttorockypoint.com. No waiting in border lines when you ride with us! (#158-3)

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Dear Sandra Years ago the RPTimes published my letter to the Editor. I stated that no matter how much money is spent on tourism advertisements, the minute some of my friends saw starving dogs and piles of garbage on the streets, they had a visceral desired to turn around and go home. After my letter appeared in the paper, I did see improvement on these conditions, however, it seems to me the number of starving dogs is on the rise again. Everyone please spay and neuter the animals and support the rescue centers. With the new garbage trucks and other equipment now in Rocky Point, we must all strive to end the garbage blight. Marjory Vin Williams There is nothing like a Rocky Point sunset. Debi Treichel

Tucson

Please continue my subscription to RPTimes! Thanks, Ron

It’s been a long time since I have been there. Need to remedy that. Dawn Mutum-Plies You could probably also scan them in, to save yourself a lot of typing, and you could keep the ads and what-not as well. Aaron Rand Another excellent idea from you, Aaron. We will do this! We do drive a few hours to hang out at the Sea of Cortez, but since we are not fond of cruises, no we probably wouldn’t go there to take a cruise. Travelinas.com Hello We’ve had a home in Cholla for over 14yrs now and we are always looking for your magazine. I’ve decided to fix that problem. Look forward to getting our monthly issue mailed directly to our home. D. Harrison Dear Sandra, It was great seeing you on our last visit to our favorite “Phoenix” beach. We were disappointed that you missed our sail with Oscar at

Del Mar Charters – it was great – lots of dolphins. Thank you for your offer to help promote “I’ve Loved”. Ed will be getting something to you (or our computer savey counterpart) I am planning on another trip Feb. 3rd and hopefully, the first week of March as well. Ed hasn’t decided yet whether he will be accompanying me – will see! Take care, Vi Phoenix, AZ Wow, that’s not good, we get pulled over all the time, have showed our papers, had our pictures of our dogs and license taken and they just take up 10 minutes of our time and we are on our way. I hope we don’t start having to get the proof of good health all the time, it would be cost prohibitive to bring our dogs if they start requiring that all the time. Lauran Herbert Beebe Sorry, but it’s always been the ‘law’ to have your pet’s health papers with you when crossing the border into Mexico. Hi there, Can you please tell me...is the Reef gone? Tammy Till No, The Reef is still on Sandy Beach... the Reef RV, Wrecked at the Reef, and the restaurant Mare Blu are all out there. Keep up the good work! Julie Pastrick I feel very fortunate having met you & seeing that you shared my starfish picture. Denise Roundy I loved that February cover photo!! (partly cuz it is right next door to me)--but it doesn’t get much better than that! Elli Bogden I love this place! I am still reeling from the best strudel I have ever tasted there in November. Go there, to KAFFEEHAUS...fast! Stacey Barnhill La Casa del Capitan is our first, and last, stop when we visit Rocky Point. Ed Waters I didn’t know there where dolphins down there. I used to go there a lot with my friends! Dawn Mutum-Plies

Yes, Rocky Point has many forms of sea life, including dolphins, sea lions, and right now WHALES!! Sandy, I’ve seen several replies to a question as to which banks don’t charge to withdraw money outside of the States. Bank of America now charges a fee. Your original advice of calling your bank is the best idea. Jackie Pto. Peñasco Thank you for such a great paper! Renew us again. Please keep us posted on the Home

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BEAUTIFUL! LOVE IT! SEE YOU IN A FEW WEEKS!! Beth Clark Weaver I’ve heard that the city has moved the tax office to a different location. Can you tell where it is now located? Doug Yes, they are now on Blvd Kino. From the main Blvd Benito Juarez, where the RRX cross, just after Calle 12 (where the big blue building with the Tequila factory is)turn east @ the stop sign @ the tracks (Blvd Kino) and the offices are in the building on your right where the tile business used to be. Wish we could be there. We are starting the year in the best way I can think of, WORKING!! :) Alicia Vivanco Hello! Can anyone refer me to an official list of what foods you can and cannot take across the border into Mexico? There are several sites with conflicting information and I cannot seem to find anything “official” and upto-date. Thanks! Jamie Peck Itule It seems that when we find an ‘official’ website with the rules, it gets taken down rapidly. Best rule is...NO BEEF, POULTRY, DAIRY, FRUIT, VEGGIES, AND NO DOG FOOD. It is easiest to buy whatever you want right here in Rocky Point. (PS, the USA has the same restrictions).

I still have not received my February issue and I’m dying for it!!! I know I live all the way in Indiana but please, please, please send soon! Sara Kitchener I ALWAYS tip the grocery baggers, and the man who helps park the cars in the parking lot! ALWAYS!!!! Cindy Leonhardt Yes, the ‘volunteer’ grocery baggers at the supermarkets, do not get a paycheck, they rely on your tips. How can I get Rocky Point Times delivered in Phoenix? Hide message history Missy Rodriguez To subscribe, call us at (480) 463-6255, OR Email us at rockypointtimes@yahoo. com OR go to our Website www.rptimes. com and click on ‘Subscriptions’ to print the form. Send your check to POBox 887 Lukeville, AZ 85341 Adopt - Call Nancy 383 1012 or 602 412 3932. Click picture for more pups. Visit our page to see more. I have a 7 week old black poodle female waiting for her perfect new family. Aacorp-rpaac Nancy Phelan Well I cant paddle that far from what I make of it. LOL Thanks for the info - I had heard of Bird Island but I also found out it is like 100 dollars to get a trip on a boat over there and I didn’t want to spend that much dinero. Cindy Leonhardt Cindy, we just spoke with Oscar @ Del Mar Charters, and his Bird Island trip is $85usd which includes a burrito from Reggies 8/12, drinks (soda/water/beer/ margarita) and snorkel equipment. CEDO has a trip for about $850mn (around $70usd)[less w/local ID) Dear Sandy and family, we are so sorry for the loss of Tom. He was a joy to read, a true servant! Thank you for all you do. Rob & Mary Gilbert

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Churros y Elotes Peñasco: Exploring a Uniquely Mexican Taste Experience By Joe Houchin

We’re not talking about just the Churros and Elotes here. At Churros y Elotes Peñasco, a staple in our little slice of paradise by the sea for the last 33 years, you’ll find a variety of distinctively flavorful purely Mexican snacks so vast, fresh and appetizing they could replace your dinner if you’re not careful. Nor are we discussing the highest quality ingredients used to make all those snack items, or the impeccable cleanliness of the small, colorful stand on Calle Juan de la Barrera a half block from Rocky Imports between Calle Simon Morua and Blvd. Sonora. No, we want to tell you about the love and labor, the years of toil and dedication it took to bring this little palate pleasing enterprise to become the first Churros y Elotes stand in Puerto Peñasco and the center of a huge and loyal following of locals and visitors alike.

Lorenzo Torres de la Cruz was just 15 years old when he joined the traveling carnival to work for his Mother, a career “Carney” with several coin operated games. Seven years and many kilometers, cities and small towns later Lorenzo took advantage of an opportunity to take over a Churro stand with the same carnival. As a creative young man, he worked hard to streamline the operation in order to serve more customers and cut the wait time during the busy hours. To him the logic was simple: The more people he served, the fresher his Churros would be, keeping his Churro stand in the Number 1 position on the carnival grounds.

That philosophy worked great along with his penchant for maintaining a clean and sanitized work place that he was proud to display for the customers. He always had the most people at his stand because they saw how fast the service was and how clean the work places were. The carnival he and his mother worked covered cities and towns throughout the country of Mexico. One of the longer stops was Hermosillo. On these stops Lorenzo liked to rent a small house for the duration of the carnival. When they hit Hermosillo in 1974, he met a beautiful young lady, María Amparo Flores Leal, who lived in the house behind his. Some say it was love at first sight, and you wouldn’t get an argument from either of them. They were married a year later and Amparo joined Lorenzo in the traveling carnival. They worked as Carneys together for six more years until the Carnival came to Puerto Peñasco for the annual Día del Marino Fair in 1981. It was here that Lorenzo ran across a cousin he hadn’t seen for years. During one of their visits his cousin said, “You know, you should open a Churro stand here in this beautiful town with the mild weather, friendly people and the most beautiful sunsets. Oh, and one other reason is that there are no Churro businesses anywhere around here. You would be the only one.” Amparo immediately saw the light and began convincing her loving husband to consider this opportunity. “We could work less hours. Let’s give it just one year and we can always join a carnival again.”

making is a skill bordering on art because every step, including the basic corn mixture, length and frying time affect the quality and taste.

When he realized that the demand for Churros was causing even longer lines than at the carnival, Lorenzo designed (invented actually) a new stainless steel, industrial strength Churro maker that holds more dough, and instead of the traditional and slower lever used to press the dough through the template to be sliced off and dropped into the fryer, he designed a wheel that tripled the number of Churros that can be squeezed out and cut into the fryer. Result: Wait time is so short there is rarely a line for Churros, and the Churros are always freshly made. As the business grew—because of the highest quality ingredients Lorenzo and Amparo always insisted on using to make everything on their menu, which, in the beginning consisted of only three items: Churros, Elotes and Fried Bananas.

Over the 33 years they’ve been serving the citizens of Puerto Peñasco, the menu has expanded considerably. Now is a good time to describe some of the uniquely Mexican items on their menu for those who may not be familiar with the names or ingredients. The most popular of them are: This was 1981 and 33 years later Churros y Elotes Peñasco is thriving as if there were still no competition. Lorenzo and Amparo brought their expertise and creativity to the new business, always looking for ways to improve quality and service. Lorenzo introduced several game changing innovations like replacing the standard factory made wooden chopping block style counters and preparation areas with sparkling stainless steel. He then replaced every pot, pan, fryer and all utensils with stainless steel to insure every area could be easily and thoroughly cleaned and sanitized. He and Amparo trained every employee in proper cleaning techniques and mandated they wear hair nets and filtering masks during their shifts.

CHURROS-A long, roundish, ridged fried corn pastry pressed through a tube with a template that makes the ridges much like a pasta maker, cut off in lengths of about six inches, deep fried to an exacting standard (crisp on the outside and soft on the inside) then rolled in a tray of granulated sugar and served in little brown bags of six, eight or more. Churro

ELOTES-Corn of the Cob, served on a stick or separated from the cob and served in a cup. Both are smothered in butter and mayonnaise and covered in graded cheese over which you can add your choice of about 20 different sauces and spices. The quality of butter, mayonnaise and the way they are cooked separate delicious Elotes from just a mediocre snack. DUROS-Those golden fluffy fried corn chips rather thick and about 2” square, or they also come in the shape of a wagon wheel. You’ll see them hanging in clear plastic bags at stands around town during holidays and, of course, at the carnivals when they’re in town. FRIED BANANAS- Peeled and fried to an exacting standard and served with a thick mixture of evaporated milk and choice of flavored jams, caramel or marmalades. TAMALES-Churros y Elotes Peñasco also makes two kinds of tamales: a sweet tamale made with sugar, and “tamales salado” made with chili peppers and cheese. CHAMPURRADO-A warm drink that looks like hot chocolate, but has a taste all its own because it is actually made of chocolate, corn and evaporated milk that makes it thicker than hot chocolate and the corn ingredient gives it a taste that is a pure Mexican experience. It is important to note that Freshness and Quality Ingredients are crucial to the enjoyment of these unique snacks. The way to insure freshness is through sales volume. Being the busiest vendor of Churros and Elotes in town assures that everything is always fresh. As far as Quality Ingredients, that’s easy says Amparo, just bite the bullet and buy the very best of everything. You’ll find many other items on their menu that you won’t find anywhere else but in Mexico, and never better than at Churros y Elotes Peñasco. We are sad to report that Lorenzo Torres de la Cruz passed away this last December of 2013 after a long illness, leaving the family legacy to be carried on by María Amparo Flores Leal, the love of his life, and their son Antonio, a master Churro maker for 13 years. Their daughter, Claudia and her husband, Manuel Belén are helping while Amparo, full of wisdom, strength and faith adapts to the heartrending loss of her loving husband. Our sincere condolences go out to the entire family.

This article is brought to you by the Sonoran Resorts Sales Group, www.sonoranresorts.mx, Jim Ringquist, Director of Sales and Marketing.

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