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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 and Arizona. We bulk mail to over 600 monthly subscribers. The Rocky Point Times is printed in Mexico SUBSCRIPTIONS Go to our Website www.rptimes.com click on subscriptions or call us at or write us at P.O. Box 887 Lukeville, Az 85341 ADVERTISING IN THE ROCKY POINT TIMES For Information Email Us at rockypointtimes@yahoo.com. AD DEADLINE 10th of the month, preceeding publication MEXICO OFFICES: Pino Suarez No. 124, off of Calle 13 Puerto Peñasco, Sonora, Mexico 83550 C. P. U.S. MAILING ADDRESS Please send correspondence to address PO Box 887, Lukeville, Arizona 85341 TELEPHONE from the U.S. dial (011-52-638) 383-6325 Local dial 383-6325 from the U.S. dial (480) 463-6255 EMAIL ADDRESS & WEBSITE rockypointtimes@yahoo.com www.rptimes.com FACEBOOK See our Facebook Page at Rocky Point Times Newspaper CONTRIBUTING WRITERS Anita K., Barb Mumaug, Cap ‘n Greg, Steve Franklin, Eddie Wharez, Gretchen Ellinger, Joe Houchin, Marcia Diane, Mark Paliscak, Rita Pizarro, Rosarie Salerno, Nancy Phelan, Sandy Spain. ROCKY POINT TIMES STAFF Thomas Nelson O’Hare III (RIP 1941-2013) Founder / Owner Sandra Jo O’Hare Owner / Managing Editor / Publisher Lannette Phipps Editorial / Contributing Writer Alicia Grajeda - Administrative Executive Marco Zepeda - Sales and Accounts Executive Beatriz Lumbreras - Freelance Graphic Artist Manny Sánchez Radical Gravity Media Web + Social + Video www.RadicalGravity.com PHOTO & ARTICLE SUBMISSION

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By Lannette Phipps January set the record for being the unusually warmest month and boy was it fabulous here on the Sea of Cortez. The trend has pretty much continued into February so I’m betting on a fantastic (and crowded) Semana Santa and Spring Break. Lots of stuff coming up in the next few months, so be sure to check out our Facebook Page as well as the Events Section in this issue. March will kick off with the CBSC Game Night at 6pm at the Cholla Clubhouse in Cholla Bay and then we have St. Patrick’s Day to get our fix of corned beef and cabbage. And let’s not forget the HUGE party Sandy will be holding for our own Mario Zepeda. That should be an all-nighter! Easter is at the end of March this year and that will bring on Semana Santa and March should be full of spring breakers and families vacationing. Just a few things going on, but the calendar is packed so have a look and get on down here. Continuing the Editorial from last month, we left off with Tom and Sandy selling their yellow page directories to Fronteer Directory at the end of the 1980’s, and then heading down to Rocky Point in 1990, on a friend’s recommendation. I’m not sure if they ever left after they pulled their motorhome into Playa Miramar RV Park, which used to be on the beach right next door to Manny’s Beach Club. In fact I think it took them months to think about leaving and then all they wanted to do was go back to Lake Havasu City, pack up the house, put it up for sale and hit the road back to Rocky Point, Mexico. Well, that is pretty much what they did.

While hanging out in Rocky Point at places like Manny’s, Hotel Villa Granada, the Ice House, Mr. Amigos, Playa Bonita, the RV parks and a few local dive bars they made a lot of friends. I would bet that they knew all the Gringos who lived here full time and probably 80% of those who visited. During 1991 they ditched the motorhome (which later became my short-term abode) and established Casa Pequeña, population 2 right on the beach in Playa Miramar RV Park. (This also became my abode after the folks moved to a big house in town.) Back then you got a space for your trailer, took the wheels off (haha) and then built a deck, outdoor baño, tequila patio and maybe even some storage space. People only slept in their trailers back in the day; all other activities such as cooking, socializing, drinking (can be much different than socializing), reading, watching television, etc. was done outdoors. Some of these relics can still be seen around town and some are pretty darn nice. Here we are still in 1992 and life is fantastic; retired, living on the beach where shrimp and asparagus are cheap and beer is even cheaper. Nowhere to go, nowhere to be, no nada. Now enters Mr. Ron Peare (RIP) who had no publishing knowledge whatsoever yet decided to purchase the (original) Rocky Point Times from Alberto Aldrete. Yes, there was a Rocky Point Times before there was a Rocky Point Times Newspaper. Ron knew nothing about the print business, and had no idea what to do with the publication, nor did he realize what a job it is to get all the moving parts to work together. Anyhoo, once Ron Peare learned that my folks had spent many years publishing yellow page directories he asked them if they’d like to partner on the paper and get it up and running again. They were very much interested in trying their hand at the newspaper business but had no interest in a partner, so an agreement was made and Tom and Sandy O’Hare became the

new owners of the virtually non-existent Rocky Point Times Newspaper. At this time there were no tourist papers in Rocky Point. My folks are the kind of people who say “YES” and figure out the details later and that’s exactly what they did with this new venture. Little did they realize just how different running (and laying out) a newspaper would be compared to yellow pages. At one point, as they did with all of their business ventures, they looked at each other, knee deep in copy, and said, “What the hell have we done”! They figured it out and in 1993 the Rocky Point Times published their first edition...and so did 2 other newspapers: the Sun; and The Pinacate Gazette. Three tourist papers appeared pretty much out of nowhere within days of each other. It was such a hot topic that New Times of Phoenix called my Mom for an interview about a story they were writing called, “Rocky Point Newspaper War”. And that’s how the Rocky Point Times Newspaper came to be. We all have some great stories about those early days. One of my favorites was finding a mistake in the copy which meant we would have to typeset it again, process the film and then strip it into place. No, not my Mother. In the interest of saving time she whipped out her trusty little Sharpie or cut knife and changed an N into an M or an A into a E. When the newspaper is printed you’d have all of these nice typed paragraphs and then this one handwritten letter or word. Thank goodness desktop publishing came to be. And don’t think she still didn’t try to change the galley copy! A few things to mention this month are whales, whales, whales! They are out and you should be out there too. How can you pass up an opportunity to be so close to such beautifully gigantic creatures? Street paving is still on the move from Benito Juarez to Constitution (to the jail) and property/homeowners you need to renew your car plates, and pay your taxes no later than March!

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

CALLING FROM THE U.S. Call U.S. & Canada from Mexico Dial 001 + (area code) + 7 digit number 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.

CELL PHONES OUTSIDE OF PP

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

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INDEX A

A bit of Shangrila RV........................480-225-6546 Ajo Chamber of Commerce.....................520-387-7742 Ajo Plaza..............................................520-387-5044 Ajo Print Shop......................................520-387-6858 Ajo Satellite Sales..............................520-387-4846 Aleman, Victor................................044-638-105-7839 Amazon Window Covering.....................623-925-8199 American Legion...........................................388-8841 Aqua Grande Towing.............383-5770/(520) 232-2149 Arizona Realty........................................520-387-8787 Art Stop & Plaza Gallery............................520-387-6858 Attorney At Law Maria Luisa Ortiz Hinojoza....388-0606

B Bacanora Grill........................................638-109-7235 Baja Autoservices...................................638-383-4925 Balboas Rest..................................................383-5155 Beauty Design Studio by Gloria.......................383-8500 Biosfera Dry Cleaners.....................................383-1667 Bonita RV Park...............................................383-1400 Bórquez, Ricardo, Atty............388-6110/520-407-6756 Brooks, Dee...................................................383-3919

Latitude 31...............................................383-4311

Rocky Point Home Builders................(638) 383-6524

D’Lucy Spa.................383-1471/044-638-105-8993

Little Italy Pizza..................................(928) 683-2221

or...............................................U.S. 815-553-2683

Del Mar Charters........................................383-2802

Living Stones Ministry...........................480-243-8452

Rocky Point Realty Group.....383-4699/602-334-4134

Dr. Grijalva, D.D.S...........................................383-3434

Lourdes Rivera..........................044-638-380-3366

Rocky Point Times Newspaper.....................383-6325

Don Julio Bar & Grill......................................388-0056

Lloyds Rocky Point Shuttle And Tours......(623) 551-1616

or..........................................................480-463-6255 Fax...........................................................383-5193

Duke’s Restaurant-Bar.................044-638-104-0338 or...................................................044-638-380-6650

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

F Family of God................................................383-3480 Farmacias De Descuento..............383-3131/388-8280 Fish.............................................044-638-110-7137 Five Senses Spa...................................638-112-1652 Fortaleza del Sol........................044-638-110-9519 Francis, Jonni..............................044-638-112-1197 Frenchy’s.......................................044-638-690-1472 Friendly Dolphin.......................................383-2608

G Galeria del Mar Bermejo...........................383-3488 Galeria Luis y Gaby.......................................383-7174 German Brats..............................044-638-110-4970

M Made in Puerto Peñasco................044-638-380-8233

Manny’s Beach Club......................383-3605/383-3215

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

Mar de Cortez Rentals....................................388-8747

or.......................................................520-777-0018

Mare Blu Ristorante.......................................383-0605

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

Mayan Palace Golf Course........................383-GOLF Max’s Cafe..................................................383-1011 Max Jeweler...............................................388-5512 Mermaid’s Market.................................388-5004 Mexican Beach Developers.......................383-6099 or.....................044-638-384-7145/520-777-0018 Mexican Vistas Co..........382-5400/044-638-384-6445 or...........................................................623-698-0117 Mexico Insurance Center..................1-800-404-1088 Muebles Coloniales....................................383-6670 Muebles Imperiales......................................383-6480 or.......................................................714-395-4117

N-O

Gift Shop & Gallery..............................520-387-6858

Nails Center................................................388-0434

Gila Bend Title and Registration Services..928-683-2577

Napa Auto (Ajo).................................24 HOUR TOW

Giuseppi’s Espresso...................................383-5181

....................................(520) 387-4TOW (387-4869)

Glorias Beauty Salon.................................383-5075

Optica Turati................................................383-4645

Green Point................................................383-2938 Gretchen Ellinger...............383-1425/602-317-3881

or................................................044-638-384-0458

Pablo Realty........................383-8657/602-288-8687

Guardian Title and Escrow..............044-638-386-1445

Pane e Vino Restaurant................044-638-105-7455

or.........................................................623-910-2930

Pedro’s Restaurant.......................044-638-105-5166

H Hacienda del Sol Furniture......388-0545/602-903-2112 Head Out to Rocky Point Shuttle Ser vice U.S. Toll Free.............866-443-2368/602-971-0166 Hotel Viña del Mar................................383-0100 or.....................................................602-606-7768 U.S. Toll Free...........................01-800-560-2123

I-J-K Imagen Oral..................................................388-7953 InnSuites Hotels and Suites U.S. Toll Free......................................888-INNSUITES INTERCAM..............................................388-1191 International Insurance....................877-679-7900 JJ’s Cantina...................................................383-2785 Jerry’s Banquettes............................638-115-0983 John Hibbert Realty Ex...........................638-380-5112 John Witt Realty Ex.................................623-523-2180 Joyeria Max...........................................388-5512

Peninsula de Cortes Golf Course..................383-GOLF Peñasco Beauty Center...............................383-1086 Peñasco Marine.........................................383-3700 Petals & Perfums.....................................383-5758 Pink Cadillac........................................383-5880 Pizarrro, Rita..............388-8030/044-638-386-5203 Playa Bonita Resort....................383-2586/383-2199

Sandy Beach Massage....................044-638-384-4418 Santiagos Ocean Services...........................388-5318 or.......................................................(602) 324-9558 Santo Tomas.....................................(480) 861-0355 Satellite Services................................638-103-5317 Satisfied Frog................................638-383-1743 Sea of Cortez Adventures...................(928) 380-8619 Seaside Window Coverings.........................383-5181 Sea Side Reservations.....383-7795/1-888-262-4508 Señorita Rita Sunset Cruise.............044-638-107-3727 Servicios Medicos Veterinarios..................383-3344 Shangrila RV Park................................480-225-6546 Sky Bar.......................................044-638-110-7137 Si Como No! Etc.....................................520-387-7080 Silva, Yolanda Insurance...............................383-6280 Sonoran Grill...............................................382-8089 Sonoran Resorts.................................602-476-7511 Sonoran Resorts Sales Consultant Brenda Sabo..............................044-638-105-3157 Stegall Katz & Whitaker.........................602-241-9221 Su Casa...........................................638-690-1345 Sun Valley Services.....................................383-8891 Sushi Sun Restaurant...................................383-2772

T Tapia, Miguel......................................602-266-0225 Tekila Bar.....................................044-638-107-5863 Tequila Factory..............................................388-0606 The Print Shop....................................520-387-6858 Tommy Thomas Home Inspections..044-638-110-4728 or.........................................................602-748-4134

Playa Bonita Resort RV Park.......................383-2596

Towing Aqua Grande..(638) 383-5770 / (520) 232-2149

U.S. Toll Free.......................................888-232-8142

Turati Optical..............................................383-4645

Mexico Toll Free.............................01-800-426-6482

Twin Dolphins Real Estate and Rentals......383-3919

Pollo Papago.............................044-638-385-1301

or........................................................602-324-7241

Predador....................383-8787/044-638-110-1625

T&T International Law Group..............602-465-6556

Premium Services...........383-5758/602-476-1187 Prestige Properties......................044-638-388-7777

U-V

................................................(520) 505-7777

U.S. Border Movers..................044-638-113-8365

Pro Services...............383-6161/044-638-113-0446

or.............................................480-232-3518

Puerta Privada......................383-1020/480-445-9200

Victor Aleman..............................044-638-105-7839 Viña del Mar Hotel............383-0100/602-606-7768

Q&R

Viva Mexico Taqueria...........................638-104-7252

Bryan’s.....................................................388-5365

Kaffeehaus.............................................388-1065

Ramon’s Old Port......................................383-7475

Burrito Express..............................................383-8460

Kord’s Auto Care...............................520-387-6962

or....................................................638-105-1732

Kyle Wood..............................................480-297-8079

Reincom..........................................638-102-0065

Western Outdoor Times......................(480) 947-6219

C Candy Cake.........................................638-383-2673

Repeat Performance.........................520-387-4948

Rey del Mar................................................383-5490

X-Y-Z

Canvas................................................638-383-1161

La Casa del Capitan Restaurant....................383-5698

Richard Savino................................638-380-4272

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

Chochoy Veterinary.......................................383-2338

La Fondita...............................................383-8384

or..................................................(480) 707-3822

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

C.H.O.P.P.S............................................480-648-7689

La Siesta Motel................................520-387-6569

Rocky Point Calendar..................see Mexican Vistas

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

Coldwell Banker by the Sea...388-8999/602-425-5133

Laguna Shores Golf & Country Club..................383-4670

Rocky Point Chiropractic....................(638) 386-1306

Colins Cantina...............................................382-8020

U.S. Toll Free.........................................800-513-1426

or.............................................U.S. Cell (480) 263-3242

Zuquin Restaurant........................................383-3250 Zuq Deli & Salads.........................................388-5050

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CHURCHES Phone Numbers

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

EMERGENCY & Important Phone Numbers dial

066 for EMERGENCIES

AirEvac............................................................001-880-321-9522 SkyMed Air Ambulance.................................001-866-805-9624 AIRPORTS International.................................................................383-6097 CITY HALL (Municipal Building) H. Ayuntamiento de Peñasco.....................383-2056/383-2060 CLINICS Clinica San Jose............................................................383-5121 Clinica Santa Fe...........................................383-2447/383-4040 Clinica Santa Isabel (Maternity)...................................383-3645 Clinica Santa Maria.......................................................383-2440 Cruz Roja (Red Cross)...................................................383-2266 Desert Senita Community Health Center..........(520) 387-5651 Gonzalez AmeriClinic....................................................388-7676 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

that DELIVER Benny’s Pizza 383-6001 7 days, 11am-10pm Brother’s Pizza 383-3712 Cheiky’s Pizza 383-3627, Closed Wed. Cocina Express 383-8358 Mon.-Sat. 10am-8pm Sun. 12pm-7pm Domino’s Pizza 383-3838 7 days 10am-8pm El Condor Pizza 388-5383 7 days, 12pm-10pm FEDE’S 383-3419 (044-638) 100-5834 12pm-5pm, Closed Sun.

AIR AMBULANCE (dial within Mexico)

ELECTRIC

RESTAURANTS

Emergency dial...066

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

Figaros Pizza 383-8181

Juniors Restaurant 388-9461 La Cita Cafe 383-2270 La Duela Pizza 388-4414, Closed Wed. La Fondita 383-8384 9am-9pm 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 Viña del Mar In Old Port at the end of the Malecon Local 383-3600 or 383-0100 www.vinadelmarhotel.com ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------La Palapa Condos & Casitas Local 383-3866 ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------Madre del Mar (with permission) US dial (520) 407-6394 or (520) 303-7530 ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------Peñasco del Sol Paseo Las Glorias # 1 Mexico Toll Free 01-800-614-9484 Worldwide Toll Free 1-888-683-006 ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------Seaside Beach Home Rentals Blvd. Benito Juarez, next to Banamex at the north end of town US Toll Free (877) 629-5691 • Local 383-1545 Website www.seasidemexico.com Email seasidebhremails@gmail.com

VETERINARY CARE

Chochoy 383-2338 Guillermo Prieto & Melchor Ocampo Gallo de Oro (044) 638-112-3343 Samuel Ocaña La Posta 383-2574 Simon Morua & Guillermo Prieto

Servicios Medicos Veterinarios 383-3344 Blvd. Sonora & Galeana (west of Josefa)

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EVENTS CALENDAR MARCH 2016 EVERYDAY Al Anon Family Groups. Email to schedule a meeting; Marcia at marsupis@gmail.com. American Legion Post MX-15 open from 8am-8pm in El Mirador in the old Los Juanes Restaurant.

4PM CEDO Nature Talk in English Live Music at The Lighthouse Restaurant. PINK CADILLAC - swim up bar, open Wed. thru Sun. 2PM till close. Burgers, pizza and more.

MONDAYS 10AM Alcoholics Anonymous meets (English) (See Pg. 42). 12PM Horseshoe tournament at South Side Jillz, open to anyone who care to play, and with happy hour prices! 1PM Horseshoe Tournament at South Side Jillz. Every Monday. 6PM Alcoholics Anonymous meets (Spanish) (See Pg. 42).

SUNDAYS 9AM Non-Denominational Worship Services with Family of God. Located on Blvd. Costera N 2000A. Everyone welcome. Church Office: 383-3480. 3PM Dart Tournament at the Pink Cadillac. Church Service at 10:00AM Bilingual Service with Peñasco Christian Fellowship located 1 blk east of Josefa Ortiz de D. on Melchor Ocampo. Experience worship with both American & Mexican Christians! Phone: (011-52-638) 383-4513. San Jose Mission Church- in Cholla Bay. Bilingual Catholic Mass. At noon every Sunday. All our welcome.

TUESDAYS 2PM CEDO Free Public Talk in English and Tour of their facility in Las Conchas. Look for the giant Fin Whale Skeleton. Fun experience for the entire family. Phone 382-0113 for more info. 4PM CEDO Nature Talk in Spanish CBSC – Cholla Bay Sportsmen’s Club meets once a month (on Tues. or Sat.). 4PM Penasco Singles Happy Hour, now on Tuesdays at Latitude 31 8PM Cinemartes - Art Film Nights at Cafe Puerto Viejo in Old Port. WEDNESDAYS SOBS – South of the Border Singles meet every Wednesday for Happy Hour at Playa Bonita Resort. First Wednesday of every month is business meeting. 10AM Alcoholics Anonymous meets (English) (See Pg. 42). 11AM – Horseshoe Tournament at the Pithaya in El Mirador. 3PM Shooter Bingo at Playa Bonita RV Park Social Club. $6.00 for 6 games with money payouts for each game. After each game, a shooter number is called, if you have this number you get a “shooter” of tequila or ?? Join us each Wednesday in our air conditioned club house. 5PM – AA meets (Spanish). 6PM Alcoholics Anonymous meets (Spanish) (See Pg. 42). PINK CADILLAC - swim up bar, open Wed. thru Sun. 2PM till close. Burgers, pizza and more. 7-8PM Salsa Lessons! At South Side Jillz. Come and learn how to dance like a pro! THURSDAYS PINK CADILLAC - swim up bar, open Wed. thru Sun. 2PM till close. Burgers, pizza and more. 3PM Dart Tournament at the Pink Cadillac in El Mirador. All welcome. 4PM The Connection Happy Hour, now on Thursdays at Puesta del Sol Restaurant at Playa Bonita Resort. 4PM Bingo (Loteria) at Casa Hogar, Home for the Elderly. Everyone welcome to participate. Darts and Cards at the Sunset Cantina. 5PM-7PM Ladies Day at South Side Jillz, music, games and a “surprise” for all, happy hour prices and a good selection of wine. FRIDAYS 8AM Alcoholics Anonymous “Freebirds” newcomers/book study meeting. Call 382-5001 for more info (See Pg. 42). Live Music at The Lighthouse Restaurant. PINK CADILLAC - swim up bar, open Wed. thru Sun. 2PM till close. Burgers, pizza and more. 6:00 pm. Latin Dance Lessons at Peñasco Fitness Center (044-638) 106-3619 or email penascofitness@gmail.com. 7PM Eight Ball Tournament at South Side Jillz for the Pool players, double elimination, blind draw. 8PM - Pool Tournament at South Side Jillz. Every Friday. 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.

CHECK OUR FACEBOOK PAGE FOR THE LATEST EVENTS! Saturday 5th • 6pm CBSC GAME NIGHT - at the Cholla Club House. $20 dlls Includes food, wine, beer and Margaritas • Mermaids Market, Arts & Crafts. Showcasing local artisans. 10AM-3PM at Shrimp Plaza/Park on Benito Juarez and Fremont. • Spring Break Begins Sunday 6th • 9AM - 7th Annual Car Show. Classics, Lowriders, Customs, to benefit DIF Puerto Peñasco in Old Port (Malecon) No cover. Tuesday 8 • International Women’s Day th

Saturday 12th • “Gather All Treasures” CCF Rummage Sale at the Cholla Bay Clubhouse Thursday 17th • St. Patrick’s Day Saturday 19th • Mermaids Market, Arts & Crafts. Showcasing local artisans. 10AM-3PM at Shrimp Plaza/Park on Benito Juarez and Fremont. Sunday 20th • Semana Santa Monday 21st • Natalicio de Benito Juarez (National Holiday) • Semana Santa Tuesday 22nd • Happy Birthday Mario!! • Semana Santa Wednesday 23rd • Semana Santa Thursday 24th • Semana Santa Friday 25th • Semana Santa Saturday 26th • Semana Santa Sunday 27th • Easter Sunday APRIL 2016 Saturday 2nd • 10am - 3PM - Pirate and Mermaid Extravaganza, Zydeco music, authentic Lousiana food and drinks, custome contests, los of arts and crafts. On Shrimp Plaza on Blvd. Benito Juarez and Fremont. • O.T.L. Over-The-Line Softball sponsored by the Baja Cantina Hotel

The first whale I saw in Rocky

MEL: So at this rate, in an hour we could

Point was the 55’ whale fin skeleton

be 25 miles further away from the fishing

at the Intercultural Center for the

spot that you haven’t even programmed

study of Deserts & Oceans (CEDO)

into the GPS?

on the road through the Las Conchas residential development. CEDO stresses

Wednesday 6th • Sonora Rally. San Luis Rio Colorado - Puerto Peñasco. Four days of hardcore off-road rally in Mexico’s beautiful Sonora Desert. For more info visit http://www. sonorarally.com/

and sea, and wise use of natural resources. place to visit. Find out more by aiming

could read the operator’s manual.

Thursday 7 • Sonora Rally. San Luis Rio Colorado - Puerto Peñasco. Four days of hardcore off-road rally in Mexico’s beautiful Sonora Desert. For more info visit http://www. sonorarally.com/

your browser at CEDO Intercultural.

CAP’N GREG: Oh, yeah? Maybe I should

Saturday 9th • CBSC HORSESHOE TOURNAMENT at the Club House in Cholla Bay • One Club Open at JJ’s Cantina in Cholla Bay

environmental awareness of the desert It is a respected organization and a cool

The second whale I saw in Rocky Point was when my brother, Mel, and I were 15 miles out on the briny blue looking for a reef where lunkers lurked. I was studying

Saturday 23th • The International Jazz Festival, at the Schuk Toak Visitors Center of the Pinacate.

the readout on my fish finder, and also

Saturday 30th • Día del Niño (Mexico) • Rocky Point Triathlon @ Las Palomas Beach & Golf Resort • Fleet 66 Cinco de Mayo Regatta at Playa Bonita on Sandy Beach

given me into the GPS.

MAY 2016

doing?

Sunday 1st • Mexican Labor Day (National Holiday) • Fleet 66 Cinco de Mayo Regatta at Playa Bonita on Sandy Beach Thursday 5th • Cinco de Mayo Sunday 8 • Happy Mother’s Day! (U.S.) th

Tuesday 10th • Happy Mother’s Day! (Mexico) Friday 13th • SADR - SandStorm 300. For more info visit racesadr.com Saturday 14th • SADR - SandStorm 300. For more info visit racesadr.com Sunday 15 • Teacher’s Day (Mexico) th

Monday 23rd • Student’s Day (Mexico) Saturday 28th • 5PM Mark Mulligan in Concert at the Caribbean Parrot (on Sinaloa)

trying to enter numbers a friend had

MEL: You have any idea what you’re

CAP’N GREG: Of course. After all, it’s my boat.

kick your... MEL: Aiiieeeeeee! CAP’N GREG: Yeeeooooow! MEL: What was THAT? CAP’N GREG: If I’m not mistaken, it was a whale tail. MEL: It was HUGE! Must have heard the engine and dived right in front of us. Almost knocked me down. CAP’N GREG: Holy Mother of Pearl! the fishes.

CAP’N GREG: It’s what we boat captains

MEL: Cap’n, how about we head for port

do. MEL: Are we any closer to the fishing

and celebrate our near miss with a few cervezas?

spot?

CAP’N GREG: Good idea, bro. And I’ll

CAP’N GREG: As soon as I figure out

fish finder has a whale alarm.

how to program this thing, I’ll let you

JUNE 2016

MEL: How fast are we going?

Thursday 9th • Roger Clyne and the Peacemakers at JJ’s Cantina

CAP’N GREG: About 25 miles an hour.

Sunday 12th • Mañanathon at JJ’s Cantina

MEL: If you’d stop the boat, maybe you

buttons?

Monday 4th • Sonora Rally. San Luis Rio Colorado - Puerto Peñasco. Four days of hardcore off-road rally in Mexico’s beautiful Sonora Desert. For more info visit http://www. sonorarally.com/

Saturday 11th • O.T.L. Over-The-Line Softball sponsored by the Baja Cantina Hotel

concentrate.

Any closer and we’d be swimming with

Sunday 29th • Happy Birthday Sandy!! Sunday 30th • Memorial Day

me all these questions, maybe I could

MEL: Why do you keep pushing those

Sunday 3rd • Sonora Rally. San Luis Rio Colorado - Puerto Peñasco. Four days of hardcore off-road rally in Mexico’s beautiful Sonora Desert. For more info visit http://www. sonorarally.com/

Tuesday 5th • Sonora Rally. San Luis Rio Colorado - Puerto Peñasco. Four

CAP’N GREG: If you’d quit asking

days of hardcore off-road rally in Mexico’s beautiful Sonora Desert. For more info visit http://www. sonorarally.com/

know.

read the operator’s manual to see if my

MEL: Are you going to write about this someday? CAP’N GREG: Naaah. Nobody would ever believe it.

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Spring Break is Here…And Just In Time...So is Julio’s Healthy Meals!!!

By Mark Paliscak

Happy Spring Break Rocky Point!!! Wow, the best part of the year is upon us and there is no better place to be than right here in Rocky Point! The beaches are filling up, the restaurants and cantinas are jumping, and the mood is well…FUN!!! There is so much to be thankful for and we all need a break from the daily grind of work, meetings and cooking. So, what better way to enjoy Rocky Point than having a private chef come into your condo, home or rental unit and prepare fresh, local cuisine at an awesome price that is just delicious! Mmmmm, now that’s a vacation!

There’s no better way to jump on a much needed break than to dial up Julio and allow him to prepare a savory meal for your next fiesta or even for your entire week! Now, that’s kicking it and after all, we all deserve a break. I recently sat down with Julio Velasquez to ask him about the successes of Julio’s Healthy Meals and yes, I dialed him in for my good buddy Patricio’s birthday celebration. And the result…MAGNIFICO!!! Marco: How did your biz start and when? Julio: Julio’s Healthy Meals started at the beginning of 2013 while I was going through Chemotherapy and needed to maintain a special diet. I could not find what I needed here in Rocky Point, so I began cooking for myself using my background as a chef and doing research on healthy eating. Marco: What are your specialties?

Julio: My specialties are Mediterranean food, Anti-inflammatory diets and French Cuisine and of course seafood here in Rocky Point Marco: What events have you done? Julio: I have done milestone birthday dinners, family reunions, company retreats and engagement parties Marco: What do you like best about your business? Julio: What I enjoy most about my business is helping people battling diseases or with specific fitness goals and teaching them how to achieve optimum health through diet and if they are working with a dietician, how to adhere to their restrictions. Marco: What are your other passions? Julio: My other passions include music (I play the drums), also kitchen equipment, bikes and of course the ocean and my lovely bride, Mo! Marco: Can you make meals for a week if people are coming to town for the week? Julio: Absolutely. On several occasions I have been hired to cook daily for families in town for week long vacations. Marco: Do you work with event planners? Julio: Yes, if you have hired an event planner I can certainly work with them. Marco: Yes, I heard some great things about you from some of the event planners around Rocky Point. Marco: What sets you apart from others? Julio: 1- My education. I studied Environmental Health and The AntiInflammatory Diet through U of Arizona’s Center for Integrative Medicine and, I continue to further my education to help others through a healthy diet (while still eating flavorful food). 2- The fact that I have maintained my health through a healthy diet and understand from firsthand experience how important diet is when battling an auto-

immune disease. Marco: That’s just awesome! Marco: What is the best thing to know about your meals? Julio: The most important thing about Julio’s Healthy Meals is that I hand craft every meal and only use the best quality oils, spices and ingredients. Everything is ALWAYS homemade. Marco: Anything else you would like to share about your business? Julio: Julio’s Healthy Meals is available for lunch and dinner deliveries Monday through Saturday and also for private dinners at your condo as well as special events for 2 – 50 people. Currently, there is nothing like Julios Healthy Meals in Rocky Point; you can literally explain your diet restrictions and have meals that are created just for you that will exceed your needs and expectations. Marco: How can they reach you? Julio: Clients can reach me on my FB page, Julio’s Healthy Meals or via email at chefjulio1@gmail.com or via cell phones at (638) 107-5035 or (520) 450-0353. Chef Julio C. Velazquez is an AZ Health Department certified Food Manager with a background in Mediterranean and French Cuisine and Studied Environmental Health and Antiinflammatory Diets at Arizona Center for Integrative Medicine So if you like healthy living, awesome food and a fun vibe (Julio always brings charm to his events), than look no further than Julio’s Healthy Meals! I promise you, the food will be the highlight of your next social event! I look forward to my next event with our own, CHEF JULIO!!! Until next month, let your smile shine as bright as our Rocky Point beaches! I look forward to seeing YOU at the beach… ADIOS AMIGOS…GOD BLESS!

Quack Ups

By Bob Snyder

Campaign Promises, Politicians and diapers have one thing in common. They should both be changed regularly for the same reason, therefore, if you are not part of the solution, you’re probably running for President. ----------------------------------------------------Getting Older, A couple in their nineties are both having problems remembering things. They decide to go to the doctor for a checkup. The doctor tells them that they’re physically okay, but they might want to start writing things down to help them remember. Later that night while watching TV, the old man gets up from his chair. His wife asks, “Where are you going?” “To the kitchen,” he replies. “Will you get me a bowl of ice cream?” “Sure.” “Don’t you think you should write it down so you can remember it?” she asks. “No, I can remember it.” “Well, I’d like some strawberries on top, too. You’d better write it down, because you know you’ll forget it.” He says, “I can remember that! You want a bowl of ice cream with strawberries.” “I’d also like whipped cream. I’m certain you’ll forget that, so you’d better write it down!” she retorts. Irritated, he says, “I don’t need to write it down, I can remember it! Leave me alone! Ice cream with strawberries and whipped cream -- I got it, for goodness sake!” Then he grumbles into the kitchen. After about 20 minutes the old man returns from the kitchen and hands his wife a plate of bacon and eggs. She stares at the plate for a long moment and says.....Where’s my toast? ----------------------------------------------------Breaking The Ice Mrs Baker wanted to go ice fishing. She had read several books on the subject, and finally, after getting all the necessary equipment together, she made her way out onto the ice. After positioning her comfy stool, she started to make a circular cut in the ice. Frighteningly, from up above, a voice boomed, ‘There are no fish under the ice.’ Startled, Mrs Baker moved farther down the ice, poured herself a large coffee, and began to cut yet another hole. Again, from the heavens, the voice bellowed, ‘There are no fish under the ice.’ Mrs Baker, now became very concerned so she moved way down to the opposite end of the ice, set up her stool, and began again to cut her ice-hole. The voice rang out once more, ‘There are no fish under the ice.’ Mrs Baker, stopped, looked upwards and said, ‘Is that you, Lord?’ The voice replied, ‘No, this is the Ice-Rink Manager.’

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by Nancy Phelan AKA “The Pack Leader” ‘Animals come into our lives as gifts from God, for companionship, to teach us, and to heal us. They deserve our very best efforts in caring for them’ Dr. Ihor Basko, DVM I want to thank Lannette Phipps for the wonderful article and the kind words in the February issue of the Rocky Point Times. I have been writing a book on my experiences over the last 16 years dealing with the animals and are reminded of many memories //including… It was 16 years ago that a group of animal lovers had their first meeting to discuss how we could help the animals in Rocky Point. We first met at the office of the Rocky Point Times with Lannette’s dad, Tom O’Hare presiding. Tom was such a character and is truly missed. It took many months of meetings to get underway and organize the Corporation which was formed in 2001. We are a a501©3 non profit. Many of you will remember Maggy Abens who in 2002 rescued Scruffy and her two babies, Lucy and Ginny. Maggy brought Lucy and Ginny here to the center for me to care for and in exchange Bob Abens built them a dog house which I still have today. There are so many stories to write about! Thankfully the original group of animal lovers has paved the way now for rescue groups to open here in Peñasco. It has been a long hard road with many turns and upheavals. You can read some of the hardships we have endured on our website www.rpaac.org, including the raid in 2006. It was a very difficult time for the animals. I was the only American with a rescue here in the city until recently and the city did not want me here at that time. They threatened to throw me out of the city and closed the shelter down. I fought them all the way until President Fox got involved and protected Animal Adoption Center. The Mexican people do not like confrontations and were amazed at my attitude and ability to fight the authorities, they nicknamed me “Fearless” for a very good reason. This month we are featuring Lady! Lady has been here at the center since she was rescued from Cholla Bay when she was about 3 weeks old. Lady is about 35 – 40 pounds, has long blond hair and gets along great with other dogs, cats and children. She is a very smart dog and loves to play and get kisses and hugs, if you are interested in adopting Lady or another dog or cat please call Nancy at the numbers below. Lady has been spayed and is 2 years old…one of my favorites.

Kitten season is just around the corner and we are in dire need of Purina dry kitten food and small doggy beds and baby blankets. We have some beautiful adult cats that are friendly and potty trained. If you are looking for a cat or two give Nancy a call! The new Mayor. Kiko Munro is off to a good start promoting Rocky Point as a tourist vacation spot. Kiko is also helping many of the local residents with their many needs. The health department has expressed the desire to continue the clinics and we will post any new information on the next clinic. Our good friend and veterinarian from Hermosillo, Alfredo who was organizing the free clinics, has moved to Spain and we are working on other avenues. Remember to be careful during Spring Break and Semana Santa. Remind your friends that Rocky Point is a very safe place to visit in spite of what you hear. Watch the speed limits after crossing into Mexico and convert miles to km. The speed limit changes very quickly and quite often as you drive through Sonoita. If you can grab some supplies for the animals on your next trip please do so…we need laundry soap, Downy, bleach, disinfectant and dog beds for the winter and spring. Happy Saint Patrick›s Day to all my friends. 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

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Congratulations! 22 Graduates Pass Course for Real Estate Licenses!

By Gretchen Ellinger

In February twenty-two candidates for real estate licensure in the State of Sonora spent 3 full days each week of the month in classes collectively known as the “Real Estate Diplomado.” Attending the 96-hour Diplomado is required prior to application for real estate licenses issued by the State of Sonora Regardless of whether or not they are AMPI members, virtually every person in our state who engages in any sort of property transaction for a consideration, including sales and rental agents, promoters of properties and property managers, is required to have a real estate license issued by the State of Sonora. The diplomado was available to AMPI members as well as to non-members. In the interest of elevating real estate practices and establishing protocols, AMPI welcomed real estate licensure to the State of Sonora, which was the first state in the Republic of Mexico to require real estate licenses. AMPI works closely with the State of Sonora to provide education in preparation for real estate licensure and renewal of existing licenses. The diplomado in Puerto Peñasco was organized by AMPI Vice President of Education, Gretchen Ellinger, and the newly-formed education committee consisting of AMPI members Maria Ituarte, Randy Figueroa and Todd Lyons. Instructors and students attending the course spoke English or Spanish, and this year’s class was unusual in that the majority of the students were bilingual. Classes were taught in the language in which individual instructors were most comfortable, and certified simultaneous translation was provided. Currently licensed real estate professionals were encouraged to attend classes as well, and were able to obtain credit toward license renewal for classes completed. AMPI extends gratitude without

measure to the instructors who donated their time and considerable expertise to the success of the real estate diplomado. Special thanks go to Notario #76 Chastre Alexandra Encinas Leyva, Lic. Ricardo Borquez Ruíz, Lic. Suzeth Quintana, owner of SQ Advisors, and Lic. Alejandra Valenzuela, all of whom taught the varioius classes requiring legal expertise; to appraiser Ing. Lilian Jauregui; Architect; Fausto Cesar Soto Lizarraga, Director of Urban Development for the City of Puerto Peñasco; Lic. Marisela Luna Domínguez, Certified Public Accountant, owner of de LD Accounting Services: Steve Schwab, Owner Seaside Rentals; Yenni Montenegro from Sun Valley Immigration & Business Services; and to realtors Rommel Bustamante, President of AMPI Chapter 51 Puerto Peñasco, Gretchen Ellinger, Glen Martinez, Richard Savino, and Kyle Woods. A very special thanks to Luisa Federico, AMPI’s new administrator, who attended every class, saw that there was fruit and pastries every morning, ran for copies and other last-minute necessities, managed administrative details on behalf of the students, and made the class operate smoothly and seamlessly on a daily basis. Not an easy job, and Luisa made this the best diplomado ever - thank you! Congratulations to students who received real estate diplomas, and are now eligible to apply for real estate licenses from the State of Sonora! They include Jesus Bejarano, Andrew Bell, Antonio Carlos, Marcel Fernandez, David Foley, Marc Gaylean, Jessica Grier, Christine Gronau, David Hagen, Judy MacKenzie, Karen Marquez, Abraham Montes, Kris Nichols, Douglas Oberg, Kristian Osuna, Luis Palomo, Lea Parris, Kumar Persad, Fernando Ramirez, Jose Maria Rodriguez, Vicenta Rodriguez, Nathan Woodland. Congratulate them when you see them! Like a boss.

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Spring Break by the Sea Mayor greets 100’s of RVers By Bill Barvitski

While attending a Super Bowl function at Wrecked at the Reef, Mayor Kiko Munro welcomed Lin & Maryke Hines (President of one of the Chapters of The Escapee RV Club). This group arrived in Rocky Point the day before Super Bowl and will here for 10 days. This chapter brought 120 people with 60 RV’s. There are over 100 clubs in the USA with 1,000’s of members. Kiko welcomes their return.

By Anita Kaltenbaugh

Is February over already? Yes, Leap Year gave us an extra day but flip over your calendar and brace yourself for the spectacular month of March in Mexico. Picture this, you, sunshine, sand and sea. The dreary days of winter are gone, and shiny Spring Break is here. Arizona students anxious to escape the books and head out into a warm, sandy environment are in luck. 2016 Spring promises to offer fabulous beach weather in Rocky Point, Mexico. Depending on what high school or college we are talking about--NAU, U Of A, ASU, or a school from New Mexico, California, Utah or Colorado--everyone is looking to get away to the beach. Spring time in Mexico means perfect indoor-outdoor weather, gentle breezes, warm sand, bright blue sky, and sparkling diamonds on the Sea of Cortez. With these near perfect weather conditions, how can you stay away? Rocky Point, (Puerto Peñasco) Mexico is a scenic 3.5hour drive from Phoenix or Tucson and is ready to welcome a great crowd of spring breakers, families and couples wanting to absorb the sunshine, put their toes in the water, and have a safe and memorable Spring break. Easter and St. Patrick’s day are also this month so get ready for a memorable month of visitors! Here are Nine suggestions on how to spend your 2016 Spring Break at the beach. 1. Get sand in your pants- With a plethora of spectacular weather, don’t forget the beach toys, beach towels, and umbrellas. It’s called Spring Break for a reason, so take a break, spread out the beach blanket, open a cold beverage and listen to the surf. 2. Splash in the Sea- Rent a kayak, a raft, Boogie board, or just swim. March is a perfect time to get in the sea and refresh. 3. Leave the driving to someone elseJump in a car, split the gas or contact one of these shuttle companies and leave the car at home. Most resorts have taxi’s waiting outside the lobby or they can call you one. Ask how much the fare is before you leave and have a safe night out. Drinking and driving

is illegal in Mexico just like the United States, so be smart and enjoy the day drinking or night out. ( Yes, we are waiting for Uber to arrive! But until then, taxi’s work just fine.) Head Out To Rocky Point and Lloyd’s Rocky Point Shuttle offer a personalized shuttle service from Phoenix, Arizona to Puerto Peñasco, Mexico. They can pick you up at your home, hotel or Phoenix Sky Harbor Airport. Take the driving out of the equation. 4. Get on the water with Stand Up Paddle Board- Known as SUP, this sport is easy for the whole family. Stand Up paddle boards are available to rent on Sandy Beach and are an excellent way to enjoy the Sea of Cortez. Go to Facebook, Rocky Point SUP Stand Up Paddle Board. 5. Rock out to Live Music.- Bars on the Malecon, in El Mirador and on Sandy Beach have rockin bands lined up for Spring Break. Banditos, Wrecked at the Reef, (Sandy Beach Area) and Beach Bum on the Malecon, are a few with scheduled shows. 6. Schedule a boat trip and sail awayEcofun and Del Mar Charters offer boat excursions. Check out the magnificent Whales (if they are still hanging around), if not the dolphins, sea lions and pelicans put on an exciting show. A trip to Bird Island, (San Jorge) or a voyage on a pirate ship (Rey Del Mar) or a sunset cruise place you on the fabulous Sea of Cortez. Take your pick and see Rocky Point from the sea.

7. Hit some balls- the weather is glorious and just perfect for getting on the greens. Rocky Point has three highly rated golf courses . Las Palomas, Laguna Del Mar, and Mayan Palace all offer spectacular greens. 8. Go for the Adventure. Take to the skies. The ultralight’s (located on the road to Sandy Beach) are not to be missed. If you have never tried soaring in the wide blue yonder, it might be time. Parasailing will also get you high in the sky and jet skiing, banana boat and ATV’s add a little adrenaline rush. If the wind picks up, Hobie cat sailing, kiteboarding and windsurfing are all sporty options. 9. Explore the land’s eco-tourismIf you haven’t experienced the El Pinacate Unesco World Heritage site, this is a worthwhile day trip to visit and learn about the earth’s craters. CEDO in Las Conchas also offers interesting programs, nature talks and movie night. Yes, Rocky Point is more than just a Spring break beach town. For specific events and times check out Rocky Point Times and www. RockyPoint360.com for a calendar full of spring events. Have a safe and spectacular Spring Break! “I still love things that you don’t even need to pay for. Going to the beach and being around five of your friends and having a good time means so much more than going out and spending hundreds of dollars”. Maria Sharapova

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. Watch for her debut fiction novel, “A Deep Thing” being released in Summer 2016 by The Wild Rose Press.

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18 Through the dunes;

Dakar style Sonora Rally

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The El Nino Effect A literary column By Marcia Diane

by Richard Scott for RockyPoint.com

Have you driven the coastal highway west out of Peñasco? The occasional glimpse of ocean to your left is overwhelmed by a growing sea of sand on the passenger side. It’s just you and the tunes on your radio heading into what looks more like North Africa than the outskirts of Yuma. This is the edge of the largest dune field in all of North America. Up north, the Rio Colorado begins eroding rock all along it’s length. Carrying tons of sand, the river makes its way south. At its mouth in far off Mexico, it all gets deposited. Thousands of years of blowing wind have built undulating waves of this powdery sand from extreme Southern California, to the remote western border of the Pinacate Biosphere Reserve. These Sahara like conditions inspired Scott Whitney and Darren Skilton to come here. Extreme off road racers, they found conditions strikingly similar to their experiences in the Dakar Rally, making it just the right place for their own event. On April 3rd through 7th, 2016, the flag drops on the second Sonora Rally, sending 40 racers into the wilds with one hand on the wheel, the other on a compass. The race begins near San Luis Rio Colorado, with the finish line close to Rocky Point. Up to the last minute, the course remains secret. This will keep anyone from gaining the upper hand by pre-running the route. Driver are handed a book with course directions, and are expected to navigate the old fashioned way. No GPS involved. Vehicles will carry a tracking device though, just in case. Quads, motos, trucks, jeeps, and more will participate. This event will be an extreme test of skill and self reliance, as drivers literally set off into the unknown. Interested? You can find out more about the 2016 Sonora Rally at their webpage, www.sonorarally.com. This article is brought to you by the Sonoran Resorts Sales Group, www.sonoranresorts.mx, Jim Ringquist, Director of Sales and Marketing.

By Mike Bibb

Recent rains in Puerto Peñasco and the Southwestern United States, including heavy snows in the mountainous regions are the result, we’re told, of a weather phenomenon called the “El Nino Effect.” But what exactly is an El Nino and how does it form? According to the National Oceanic Atmospheric Administration - NOAA - El Nino is a “complex weather pattern resulting from variations in ocean temperatures in the Equatorial Pacific.” In turn, rising ocean temperatures cause changes to atmospheric circulation patterns - the “jet stream” - influencing global weather. Additionally, El Nino’s most commonly develop in the winter months. Simply, the waters of the eastern Pacific Ocean bordering the Equator become warmer than usual. The warming cycle usually enhances rain and snow developments in the western United States, as well as other regions. Recent floods and above average snow events in California and the central U.S. are believed to have been cause by El Nino. Wetter than normal conditions are typical during these periods. The opposite of El Nino - “The Little Boy or Christ Child” - is “La Nina, the Little Girl.” La Nina represents recurrent events of lower than average sea surface temperatures at the Pacific Equator. Consequently, a drying cycle usually takes place. Both El Nino and La Nina weather patterns usually last 9 to 12 months, but can be prolonged. It is not unusual

for them to last a year or longer. On average, these cycles occur every few years with extreme events happening about every 15-20 years. Which is why we frequently see periods of drought followed by extended cycles of moisture. Dr. Mike Crimmins, a University of Arizona climatologist, believes this year’s El Nino will be similar to the 1982-83 and 1996-97 events in which heavy flooding occurred in Arizona and much of the Southwest. Actually, Crimmins believes the current El Nino may be the strongest in 65 years and possibly a record breaker. NOAA has also predicted a 95 percent chance an intense El Nino will continue through the winter and last until spring 2016. Then, Crimmins forecasts a gradual drying trend and the return of La Nina next winter as the Equatorial waters begin to cool again. El Niños/La Niñas weather developments are simply a cyclic natural occurrence and has little to nothing to do with climate change, global warming or any other politically concocted fantasy. If something is to be blamed, look no further than the sun. It has much more influence upon the Earth than anything man could possibly be responsible for. Incidentally, another side-benefit of winter El Nino’s are the dazzling sunrises and sunsets. These celestial canvasses can be unbelievably stunning in color, texture and visual appeal. We are fortunate to live in an area which allows us to witness these remarkable wonders on a regular basis.

I have a confession to make. I’ve stopped reading and listening to poetry. I know, I know how weird is that. It has to do with how it breaks my heart. I suggested some audio sites for good listening in this column and whenever I do, listen, I get well, riled. Some of the poets are so achingly young, some so damaged working to expel the damage into poems for it to hold that damage, release them from it. Some so talented it takes your breath away. And as I get ready to tell you all this, write it here, my MSWord won’t behave right. I’ve got two files one (.) away from the same name. What could that mean. It won’t let me change the name. Always before I could. Something wants me to share all this with you stalwart readers on this too warm winter day. Even the weather works to make us weep some days. So who shall I feature…a moment please…while I read and weep: >>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>> Downstairs In Dreams By Chase Twichell Trying to fall asleep, I count down stone steps into the dark, and there they are: Centaurs, half in and half out of the woods, hindquarters still trees. Downstairs in dreams I look directly into their man-eyes, which are opaque, absorbent. They don’t speak. I don’t speak of the long yellow teeth tearing off the little dress—just for a glimpse, no harm done. No hands, no harm. Their hindquarters still trees. No words to explain or contain it. You can’t translate something that was never in a language in the first place. <<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<< Chase writes about this poem: “My father was a Latin teacher, so at bedtime we got the classic myths and stories from The Odyssey, including a variety of creatures half-human, halfanimal. Centaurs in particular fascinated me because they were both horses (longed for) and mature male sexual beings (feared). This poem cages childhood trauma in myth and dream, which acknowledges and preserves the fact of it but keeps it safely remote and unreal.” Twichell is a published author; Copper Canyon Press and like many of us, migrates between the Adirondacks in upstate New York and Miami, Florida. She jumped right out at me from Poets. org, the site I gave a couple columns ago which appears in my in-box daily. I swear I didn’t search for a match to my opening lines here. If this touches some of you readers and writers out there, join us won’t you at: m.diane.writeon@gmail.com for our monthly writers group…we’d love to see you there.

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Conjuring By Rob Baylor

Good, Honest People are Hard to Find, but Easily Recognized By Joe Houchin

Conjuring…meaning to make up. What a good word! I have been known to do just that. I remember a poem from a long time ago. “It was midnight on the ocean and not a streetcar in sight. It was raining like mad and the sun was shining bright”. It continues in a less than acceptable way not to put in print so the youngsters can read it. The Native Americans, in books that I have read, would go on their Spirit Quest to build a fire and go into a deep trance. The quest was to “Conjure” up all sorts of ideas/images. I’m sure it was true because I read it. I am not making fun of the Native American folklore. I have great respect for their history. There is a museum in Vancouver BC that has all kinds of Inuit native artifacts and when you enter to pay the admission, the first thing is a video showing Totem poles and a sound tape of an old wise man telling a story. I sat there with the chills and the hair on my neck standing out. It was a great experience. There was so much information in there it took almost all day to see it all. Now, back to Conjuring. Have you ever sat and looked at the cloud formations trying to see the dogs, or whatever you imagine they look like? Sitting on the beach watching a bird bobbing and know in your heart that it is a shark dorsal fin, only to see it fly off. I did a lot of hunting in Montana starting when I turned twelve until I left to seek warmer weather. Walking down a tree covered hillside by myself ever aware that right over there, at any moment, a deer might jump out. Wait, what is that? No it is just a stump, or maybe it is a grizzly bear looking for lunch. Man, that was close. Tree stumps can be pretty mean especially if you shoot at them. Did you hear that? Maybe a deer stepped on a branch. No just a chipmunk. It is so quiet in the trees that you can conjure up all kinds of things that you can’t bring home to cook up, including humans. What is he doing in my hunting spot? Doesn’t he know he could have been conjured? Thanks for reading my story. Hope it gave you a chuckle or two.

For some time now, we’ve been wanting to spread the word about the good folks of American Home Services, Rick and Deb Turner. In fact, if you own property here in Puerto Peñasco, you’ve probably needed at least one of the wide variety of skills and knowledge available at AHS for a repair, an installation of some kind, or for routine maintenance. When you do need a repair or installation on your property, you’ll be able to rest easy calling on AHS, knowing that the company is made up of good, honest, Christian people who spend their lives caring for and helping others, whether as a part of their business or donating their time, skills and even their money. Rick and Deb Turner have helped several nonprofit charitable organizations and ministries to become better places to more effectively change the lives of people in their neighborhoods. In fact, they serve on the board of the Living Stones Christian Community Center (LSCCC), a very active ministry located in the heart of San Rafael Barrio, made up mostly of destitute workers and their families who are victims of the sudden and unforeseen economic collapse that caught the otherwise booming tourist destination of Puerto Peñasco in the midst of record construction and growth back in 2008-2009. They are survivors all, living hand to mouth until the community recovers from that devastating crash.

Thanks to ministries like LSCCC, who feed lunch to about 70 residents a day, give spiritual support through daily Bible studies and hold classes that teach the residents how to grow their own vegetables, make compost, understand water conservation techniques to better cope with the lack of water pressure in that barrio and help them learn computer, sewing, hair cutting and language skills in preparation for better times. LSCCC is run by energetic and dedicated Director (and President of the Mexico Board of Directors), Eneida Gaspar.

In the middle of all these faith-filled and forward thinking efforts, are Rick and Deb Turner along with their entire staff who have done and are doing so much to help LSCCC better serve their mission. AHS has installed underground water pressure systems to help maximize the collection of water. They have installed an efficient A/C system in preparation for when the mission, through badly needed donations, can afford to cool the facility during the hot summer. These are just a few of the important contributions AHS has made to LSCCC.

Timely donations, along with the donated time and staff of AHS as well as visiting ministries from U.S. church groups have allowed LSCCC to continue expansion of classroom facilities and construction of the “Segunda” (outlet for second hand clothing donations). This is an ongoing project that shows improvement with each visit. Rick might be the last person to claim his crucial role in making sure the project remains on track; but you can be assured he is on top of every facet of these ambitious goals. Deb is a member of the U.S. Board of Directors of the ministry and helps secure donors and volunteers for the mission. You can help, too, by visiting their web site and learning about all the wonderful things this dedicated ministry is doing for the community and what their current needs are. Visit www.livingstonesministrymexico.org or contact Eneida for more details at contact@ livingstonesministrymexico.org. LSCCC is just one notable organization that Rick and Deb have helped in the last few years since they opened AHS. Rick spends a lot of time and devotes critical skills and knowledge to help the non-profit “Barb’s Dog Rescue” located just outside Puerto Peñasco off the highway to Sonoyta.

For 14 years, Barb Mumaugh has devoted her life and love for dogs to finding homes for the many strays found in these parts. In 2015

she was responsible for arranging a record 620 adoptions—in the U.S. and Canada—from her constant supply of friendly, healthy, spayed, neutered—and clean canines. Just in the month of January this year she has completed 48 adoptions. Barb’s immaculate kennels are like no other this writer has ever seen. When we visited, she was housing 146 dogs, including about 40 puppies. The facility was impeccably spotless throughout. Truly a labor of love on the part of Barb and her three full time and two part time workers who are constantly making the place even better and more comfortable for the dogs. Barb depends entirely on donations to keep her operation going and for the dogs’ needs, like 125 pounds of quality American dog food every day such as Kirkland Chicken and Rice which donors can purchase locally at Welton’s bulk supplies. She also depends on donors for American Pedigree brand food and Kirkland for Puppies from the states. She goes through eight gallons of bleach per week so that is always a welcome donation from visitors. Obviously, she is always in need of training pads and paper towels as well. Of course, cash is certainly a welcome commodity. Rick and staff designed and installed a water system to more efficiently distribute collected water throughout the large facility and he stops by frequently to see if Barb needs anything. If you are a dog lover and would like to help Barb’s operation, you can visit her web site at www.BarbsDogRescueRP.com or her Facebook page at http://www.facebook.com/ BarbsDogRescue and you can call from the U.S. at (602) 774-1578 or from Mexico at (638) 114-1659. Barb can arrange for donations to be picked up in the U.S. as well. Meanwhile, back at American Home Services—Rick gives such undivided attention when we are with him, it’s hard to believe he also has this small business enterprise with crews working around the town to help folks with remodeling, A/C repairs, small construction projects, electrical and plumbing issues, and a plethora of other stuff that can happen in your home. While we were in his office, he had a crew repairing a big seawall for a Las Conchas resident. Rick humbly describes AHS as “basically a handyman service.” Frankly, AHS goes way beyond our vision of what a “handyman” can do. He and his General Manager, David Sillas, constantly search for talent among the residents of Rocky Point and interview them to learn the extent of their skills so they can be called upon for appropriate jobs, thus helping the community as employers. You can reach AHS from the U.S. by calling (520) 303-1016 or here in Rocky Point at (638) 107-6750. David’s cell phone number in Mexico is (638) 113-8860. Good, honest people are hard to find anywhere in the world, but here in Rocky Point rest assured you will have that feeling of comfort and trust you need with an AHS crew working in your home. After speaking to Rick or David for just a few minutes, you’ll know you are talking to the right people.

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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Doors, windows and pews for San José church in La Cholla

San Jose pews: Eight church pews, hand-made by Willie Fenderson from Pinetop, AZ, will be delivered this month to the San Jose’ mission church at Cholla Bay.

Part XX: Economic Impact of Home Port on Puerto Peñasco By Joe Houchin

¡Viva Mexico! The exclamation points represent arms thrust into the air in utter bewilderment. Our home port construction progress is facing yet another delay. This one even more bizarre than the rock quarry not producing the size stones needed as originally planned. This time, although, thankfully, just another delay is caused by a lack of proper reporting by the former governor’s office. Since the federal government is doling out the funds at the rate of 300 million pesos pretty much annually, they, rightfully, want to know exactly where the funds were spent during the previous construction year before handing over the coming year’s funds.

By Cholla Charli

Great progress is being made on the mission church in Cholla Bay. Beautiful doors and windows have been installed, thanks to contributions by local people and the support of the parish of Our Lady of Guadalupe; and pews will be installed by the middle of March. Willie Fenderson and his wife Janet attended Mass at San Jose’ church in December, and he volunteered to build pews with kneelers for the little church. He said, “I built all the pews for our mission church in the White Mountains of Arizona. I can build three or four and bring them down in March.” Willie went back to Pinetop, set up a GoFundMe account online and asked for $800 to pay for the materials for eight pews. Donations went over the top so he is building a ninth pew and the fund remains open at gofundme.com. Parishioner Bob Keller said, “We were blessed to have the Cholla Bay Homeowners Association loan us stacking chairs but even with that help, we had standing room only two weeks in a row. The pews are a God-sent and so is Willie Fenderson and the people who contributed to the fund.” A bi-lingual Catholic Mass is offered every Sunday at noon in the little church and all are welcome. Just follow the road past Wrecked at the Reef as it winds toward Cholla Bay. The church is on the right and easy to spot with its new white windows and doors.

It seems this totally justifiable requirement by the feds was, as we understand it, completely ignored by the former governor—at least that is to whom the blame is directed, and we should have no reason to disbelieve it since that governor allegedly committed a host of other corroborating sins before vacating his office, which, we understand, is pretty much the “departing politicians’ way” by Mexican tradition. That said, our new governor, Ms. Claudia Pavlovich, is very supportive of not only the home port project, but of Puerto Peñasco as a lucrative world class destination for international tourism, and she is willing to do “whatever it

takes” to support the city in every way possible to prepare for the future. Thus, the paperwork is being prepared so the feds will release the funds as soon as possible. According to the port engineers, the funds could be released and construction resumed by as early as the first part of March. Maybe we should give it until the end of March and not freak out if it stretches into April. DOWN BY THE PIER

During our walk to the end of the 730-meter jetty (aka pier; aka breakwater), Wendy Winzer, Project Administrator, explained that they only recently learned of the funding delay and used their time before they shut down to catch up on final cube placement and surface grading of the finished section of pier. Those huge 10 ton cubes are stacked three high in various angles to make a pretty steady 3-4 meter wall on each side as we walked. When we reached the end of the pier, Wendy pointed out that the dock construction company is still working with what is left of their budget. She explained that those angular shaped tubes coming out of the sea will make the foundation for the walkway between each end of the dock and the ship tie down platform. Once they finish that portion they will begin sinking the large pilots that will be used to form the concrete columns that will support the huge dock. During our journey we were joined by two Naval commanding officers who were conducting their monthly inspection, from which they prepare and submit a report that eventually ends up supplying information for the world wide oceanic data base that monitors all changes to shorelines around the planet. The whole scene at the end of the pier was quite postcardish, with pelicans diving, dolphins dancing and a panga of fishermen taking advantage of the rich new abundance of edible marine life newly residing amidst the nooks of rocks and cubes along the breakwater. ¡Viva Mexico!

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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Donations from Sonoran Resorts Food Drive Delivered to Casa Hogar. As Jim Ringquist and his two sons pulled into the parking area of Puerto Peñasco’s Home for the Aged with a truck load of food items, their appreciation was expressed by the presence of the Sisters and residents alike who welcomed them with open arms and even helped unload the truck. “This was another great year”, said Jim.

Baseball Clinic Held in Puerto Peñasco Jason Stanford, former Pitcher with the Cleveland Indians, held a clinic for youngsters beginning their baseball careers on January 16th. He supplied nearly 100 kids with his new training aid called “Strikeout Strippz” which is so easy to use that those who use it can hardly believe how fast it improves their throwing form and accuracy. But more important, according to Jason, this simple to use product greatly reduces stress to vital muscles and joints which can extend the careers of everyone who uses it. Jason is the son of Dolores Vargas, a popular real estate agent in Puerto Peñasco. Learn more about this miraculous invention at www.perfectthrowusa.com.

Pedro’s Restaurant Gets Facelift Pedro’s Restaurant in the Malecon gets

a modernistic face lift that will make his bistro the “in” place to eat. And if that’s not enough, this experienced restaurateur has added some dinner choices that, as they say, “are to die for!” Try his new bacon-wrapped (jumbo) shrimp sautéed in his own cinnamon pineapple sauce. And don’t forget Pedro’s homemade margaritas as the perfect complement to his unique cuisine! Located on the Sea of Cortes, alongside the Fish Market stores, about three from the end. Open 8:00am8:00pm for breakfast, lunch, dinner. Closed Wednesdays. Email Pedro at pedro_polina@hotmail.com or call (638) 105-5166.

Equine Therapy Produces Miracles Center for Equine Therapy Produces Miracles for the disabled children of poor families in Puerto Peñasco. You’ll hear more about this incredible organization in the near future, but we wanted to share what they are doing to improve the lives of children with a variety of afflictions, from autism to cerebral palsy. The seemingly simple act of sitting on a horse that is guided by trainers and following the lead of junior therapists has radically improved the lives of so many children and, consequently their families. All of this is made possible by one family. The parents are Lic. Aarón Armando Pérez Núñez and Lic. Claudia Lugo Gamez, both successful attorneys in our town, and their five children who devote their free time to helping with the therapy sessions each Thursday. Aarón and Claudia have formed a nonprofit association to raise and distribute funds for the expenses and upkeep of nine horses and stables to keep this all-important therapy going. If you would like to learn more about the therapeutic benefits of equine therapy, please email Aarón or Claudia at lic.aaron. perez@hotmail.com and lic.lugogamez@ hotmail.com. Their kids will translate the emails to Spanish and you’ll get a response back very quickly.

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

Law of Nature: It’s Always Better to be the Hunter than the Hunted By Mike Bibb

Cooper’s Hawk enjoying a tasty Mourning Dove.

Most people probably never give much thought to the daily affairs going on in the animal kingdom. Yet, it’s a fascinating and often dangerous environment. Recently, a young Cooper’s Hawk - that’s what my neighbor tells me it is - moved into the neighborhood. Previously, I had observed several gray and white feather clusters strewn about, an obvious indication that some unfortunate Mourning Doves had met their demise, but I hadn’t actually seen the perpetrator of these heinous crimes. I just assumed the carnage was the handiwork of a local feline named “Clarence The Cat.” One day I noticed Clarence lounging in the front window of his owner’s home, indulging in the warm sunshine filtering through the glass and completely oblivious to the presence of several dozen doves foraging in the dry grass. A veritable all-you-can-eat-buffet of avian delights was within a quick leap or two, but Clarence was too intoxicated with his afternoon siesta to pay attention. Besides, catching a dove isn’t that difficult. Catching a good invigorating nap can sometimes be more challenging. Then suddenly and stealthily a brown and tan colored raptor descended upon the throng of doves, snatched one and quickly flew to a nearby clearing where he commenced to feast on his newly acquired Grade A delicacy. Within a few minutes the meal was completely consumed bones and all - with only feathers remaining as evidence of the dastardly deed. I’ve been a hunter most of my life and have taken plenty of doves in the wild, but I have never seen up close Nature’s way of dining in the outdoors. While the hawk obviously enjoyed his freshly caught lunch, it was no picnic for the unfortunate dove. Not being very familiar with the habits and characteristics of the Cooper’s Hawk, I ran inside, clicked-on the computer and Googled “Cooper’s Hawk.” Seconds later, multiple articles appeared. After perusing half a dozen or so, and learning definitions of several Latin sounding words - Chordata, Accipitriformes and Accipiter for example - I now consider myself to be the precinct’s foremost authority on the life and times of Cooper’s Hawks. In fact, I could probably teach the subject at the district community college. Anyway, the Cooper’s Hawk obtained its name from William Cooper (1798-1864), a naturalist and one of the founders of the New York Lyceum of Natural History, later the New York Academy of Sciences. The bird is also known as big blue darter, chicken hawk, hen hawk, Mexican hawk, quail hawk, striker and swift hawk. A medium sized raptor, a male’s average dimensions range from 7.8 to 15.5 ounces in weight, with a length of 14-18 inches. The female is significantly larger, tipping the scales at 12

to 25 ounces and standing 17 to 20 inches tall. Wingspan can vary from 24 to 37 inches. Common to most birds of prey, they have sharp talons, hooked bills and keen eyesight. Interestingly, a young Cooper’s Hawk eyes - like the one in the picture - are generally yellowish in color, turning to a reddish hue as it matures. Adults have a black/dark brown head cap, with blue-gray upper parts and white/tan underparts with thin reddish bars. Tails are also blue-gray on top with black bands. These hawks can be found from southern Canada to northern Mexico. In the colder climes of Canada and the northern United States, they will migrate in winter to warmer regions, drifting as far south as Panama. Not knowing if the Cooper’s Hawk in my area is a permanent resident or a winter visitor, I can only assume he probably resides here full time since food and water is plentiful year around. Apparently, they are equally at home in the wild as well as urban settings. Prolific hunters, Cooper’s Hawks feed on virtually any bird smaller than itself, including robins, thrushes, woodpeckers, starlings, pigeons and doves. They will also supplement their diet with small mammals such as chipmunks, mice, squirrels, bats, lizards, frogs and snakes. They have also been known to prey on songbirds at backyard feeders. Swift in flight, they can snatch a bird in midair, pluck one from the ground or scatter a covey of quail to target a lone victim.

Same hawk sampling another avian delicacy. Yum, yum.

Raising a single brood of three to five kids a year, these hawks are monogamous but usually do not mate for life. The nests, composed primarily of sticks and small branches, are about 30 inches in diameter. Pines, oaks, spruces and other tall trees provide the platform for the nests, located 25-50 feet off the ground, and extend several feet out on a horizontal branch. Since the ban of chemicals containing DDT and the reduction of hunting because of decreased poultry depredations, Cooper’s Hawks have revived their populations and are now quite common. Their lifespan can be as long as 12 years. The oldest reported hawk lived over 20 years. With vegetation being rather sparse in the desert regions bordering Rocky Point, the chances of seeing a Cooper’s Hawk is considerably less than witnessing the antics of their local larger raptor cousin, the Osprey. While both are hunters, the Osprey catches and consumes his food - usually fish - in a much more tidy fashion, whereas the Cooper’s Hawks dining etiquette isn’t as refined. It’s not usual to see a Cooper’s Hawk standing amongst piles of feathers as he rips and shreds his MacDove into smaller digestible tidbits. Some may think this is barbaric. It isn’t. It’s just nature doing what nature does and has been doing since the dawn of time.

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TRAVELINFORMATION TOURIST ASSISTANCE INFORMATION YOU NEED TO REMEMBER

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

POLICE EMERGENCIES

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

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

YOU MUST FILE AN OFFICIAL COMPLAINT!

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

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

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 (nondeath) accident in Mexico, you are considered at fault until proven otherwise. All parties are taken to the police station where you

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

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

PERSONAL AIRCRAFT To fly your own plane you must have your: pilots license, medical certificate, registration, air worthiness certificate, and Mexican airplane insurance. GENERAL AIRPORT INFORMATION Airport ICAO ID: MMPE Location: 17 miles East of downtown Elevation: 88 ft. Mar de Cortes Radio Tower Frequency: 118.85 Website contains complete info. on Airport loanding, parking other fees Type of Services: RS: Int’l regular flights RFF Category: 7 Airport Coordinates: 31° 21’ 6.836” LN113° 18’ 19.44” LW Runway Center Runway Designation: 18-36 Runway 18 THR Elev.: 84 ft./Runway 36 Elev.: 88 ft. Airport Reference Number: 4D Runway Lengths: 8,100 ft. Airport Size: 1,482.6 Acres U.S. AIRPORTS (CLOSEST)

Phoenix, Tucson & Nogales, AZ

BUS STATIONS (MEXICO) ABC - 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

CONSULATES MEXICAN CONSULATES Tucson: 553 S. Stone Ave., 85701 (520) 882-5595 • Mon.-Fri. 8 AM - 2 PM Phoenix: P 320 E McDowell Rd Ste 320 Phoenix, AZ 85004 • (602) 242-7398 Nogales: 480 Grand Ave., 89562 • (520) 287-3175 Douglas: 541 10th St., 85607 • (520) 364-3107 U.S. CONSULATES Nogales, Mexico from Mexico (01-631) 311-8150 Fax: (01-631) 313-4652 from the U.S. (011-52-631) 311-8150 Fax: (011-52-631) 313-4652 http://travel.state.gov Email: NogalesASC@state.gov What the Consulate CAN DO if you are arrested in Mexico • Visit you in jail after your arrest • Provide you a list of local attorneys • Inform you of judicial procedures • Notify family and friends • Relay requests for aid or monetary support • Protest abuse/mistreatment to authorities What the Consulate CANNOT DO if you are arrested in Mexico • Demand your immediate release • Get you out of jail or out of the country • Pay legal fees w/U.S. Government money • Pay fines w/U.S. Government money

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

CROSSING THE BORDER CLOSED MIDNIGHT - 6:00 AM

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

2) Integral Inspection

Voluntary declaration/items over allowed limit

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

limits. Before you enter the lanes to cross into Mexico, you will pull off to your left and park in the assigned spaces against the chainlink fence. You will need to go to the small building, which sits in the middle of the two lanes, and tell the officer what items you have to declare and the value of each item. When you are finished filling out the form, the import tax (impuestos) will be assessed and you will be handed two forms to take to the bank and pay. (The bank is at the side of the brick building, past the fountain.) If it is after hours, you will pay your impuestos to the agent who will stamp your form and issue you a receipt. An agent may want to come and inspect your load. The taxes you pay are in pesos (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 inbetween. Please contact the companies directly for their schedules and rates. If you need door to door service, clarify that they offer that service and if you need to be picked up at the airport make sure that the shuttle has a permit to pick up passengers at the airport. Head Out to Rocky Point (602) 971-0166, Toll Free 866-443-2368 www.headouttorockypoint.com Lloyds Rocky Point Shuttle and Tours (623) 551-1616, 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 The Free Zone covers most of Sonora, but if you plan to drive past Guaymas, Sonora, you will need to obtain a permit for your vehicle. This can be done in San Emeterio, about 20 miles south of Sonoyta on Hwy 2 or at the check point outside of Guaymas. The cost for this permit is approx. $44 dlls. You cannot get a permit in Rocky Point. You will need the original and 3 copies of: • Registration, Title and the valid driver’s license of the vehicle owner • Credit card in the vehicle owner’s name • FMT, FM3, FM2, Passport or birth certificate • Leasing contract (if the vehicle is rented or leased), which must be in the name of the person importing the vehicle. If the vehicle belongs to a company, the papers certifying the employee works for the company. If you do not have a credit card you can post a bond payable to the Federal Treasury issued by an authorized bonding company in Mexico. As an alternative to posting bond you may make a cash deposit at Banco del Ejercito in an amount equal to the value according to the “Table of Vehicle Values for Bonding Companies.” At Banco del Ejercito your credit card will be charged approx. $30 USD. A cash deposit will also be accepted if you do not have a credit card. Your deposit plus any interest will be returned to you when you leave Mexico. You may choose to obtain a bond through an authorized Mexican bonding company located at all border crossings. The bonding company also assess taxes and processing costs for this service. The vehicle permit is good for 6 months and for any type of vehicle weighing under 3 tons. When departing Mexico, and if you are not planning to drive the vehicle back into Mexico, the permit must be canceled with Customs. If your car is found in Mexico, beyond the Free Zone, and beyond the authorized time, or without the appropriate papers, it will be confiscated. Always carry the importation permit with you when driving your vehicle into Mexico. Take it with you when you exit the vehicle - do not leave this document in your car. Make a copy and leave a copy in the car - same with your insurance. The sale, abandonment or use of the vehicle for financial gain, a criminal act, etc. will result in its confiscation. The vehicle may be driven by the spouse or adult children as long as they have the same immigration status. It is a good idea to get a notarized document, if you are driving a vehicle beyond the free zone that is not registered in your name, nor the owner is in the vehicle. It should simply state that the owner has given you permission to drive the vehicle, you may want to include the make, model, year, color and VIN number. The Rocky Point Times Newspaper strives to keep the information up-to-date. Laws, rules and info. change constantly, so if you notice an error, or have additional info., please let us know so that we may change the info. Contact us with questions or corrections at rptimes@ prodigy.net.mx or phone (480) 463-6255 or local 383-6325.

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Chef Walter’s recipe for

Roast Veal with Mushroom Sauce Puree sauce.

Veal and porcini mushrooms are just a first-class team: the rump of veal stew and we serve it pink - with a delightfully intense mushroom sauce.

INGREDIENTS

For 4 Servings • ¾ tbsp. dried mushrooms - 1veal (2.6 Pound) • 1 1/3 tbsp. shallots - salt, pepper • 1 1/3 tbsp. butter - 2 tsp. olive oil • 3 1/3 tbsp. white port wine - 1 1/3 tbsp. butter • 13 ½ tbsp. whipping cream - 3 stalks thyme • Salt, pepper

VEGETABLES

• 10 ½ ounce narrow bunched carrots • 1 Turnip (1.1 Pound) • 10 ½ ounce small waxy potatoes • salt, pepper, nutmeg • ½ bunch of chives • 1 dash of lemon juice • 1 1/3 tbsp. Butter

TIME

45 minutes

NUTRITIONAL INFORMATION

7680 Calories, 2 1/2 ounce protein, 1 ½ ounce Fat, ¾ ounce Carbohydrates

PREPARATION

For the sauce: Soak the mushrooms 15 minutes in 250 ml warm water, drain and squeeze out (keep mushroom water). Chop the mushrooms finely. Dice the shallots finely and fry in butter P o r c i n i mushrooms, deglaze with port wine. Pour water through a sieve and add cream. Boil down to half and season with salt and pepper.

For the roast: Seasoning the beef with salt and pepper. Heat skillet, brown meat with olive on both sides. Add butter and thyme. Bake in preheated oven at 340 Fahrenheit (gas 1-2, convection oven 320 Fahrenheit) and cook on the lowest shelf for 40-45 minutes. Turn off the oven and leave the Tafelspitz to rest 15 minutes in the oven. For the vegetables: Wash the carrots and peel. Peel the turnip, horizontally halved and cut into 1 inch pieces Peel potatoes. In a pot, cover the ingredients just barely with water, add salt, pepper, nutmeg and bring to a boil with the lid half open Cook medium heat 15-18 minutes Cut chives in rolls Season vegetables with salt, pepper and lemon juice Stir in butter and sprinkle with chives. Take Tafelspitz from the oven and let rest 5 minutes. The resulting gravy, mix into the sauce Warm sauce and mix well Cut the meat into slices and serve with sauce and vegetables. Bon appetite

The Elusive Elote...

By Stephanie Wood

I had never heard of “elotes” aka Mexican street corn until recently. I was reading one of my favorite travel books and came across a brief blurb about street food where elotes were described. As I often do with new food ideas, I became obsessed with trying it. The only street food I’d ever noticed were tacos, hot dogs, and the pineapple/coconut drink carts. I started asking around about where to try elotes. No one seemed to have the answer.

TIPS for preparation

If sauce is too thick when cooled, gently stir in a little milk or mineral water and heat slowly.

food of Mexico” with customer photos of elotes. I was so excited and drove there. Elotes weren’t on the menu, but esquites were...when I ordered it, the girl looked at me like I was crazy, I pointed to the menu where it clearly said esquites, and she said, oh you mean the corn. What the...anyway, it was delicious...a creamy, spicy, soupy corn. But, I still wanted to try authentic elotes in Puerto Peñasco. I was starting to think this was an urban myth. The search was on. Driving thru Sonoyta late one night I saw a street cart, lit up with the word Elotes! We were past it almost as we saw it and no time to stop. A few weeks ago after eating dinner on the Malecon, walking back to our car, I saw the carts, lit up like carnival stands, serving Elotes! After a huge seafood platter, I couldn’t think about eating another bite. Later that night I got the idea to drag Kyle back out to try this elusive treat. We hit Calle 13, asking all the food stands - no luck. One vendor finally told us you have to go to the Malecon for elotes. By that time, Kyle was busy eating street tacos, and I was over it. The elote was becoming my white whale, always just out of reach. So the other day around 4 o’clock we made a special trip to the fish market, driving around the block twice to find parking...I finally got my elote (and some esquites) que rico!

Bon Appetite I got a lot of strange looks. A friend who used to come to RP as a kid knew about it, but not what it was called, she just knew it was the “really good corn”. The universe started teasing me with elote memes on Facebook, but no one in real life seemed to know what the heck I was talking about. So I googled it, like any good researcher. I found pictures and the main ingredients on Wikipedia. I learned that when it’s corn “off the cob”, it’s called esquites. I searched “elote” on Pinterest and found beautiful pictures and recipes. My mouth was watering. I Yelp’d elotes and found a small local restaurant in Phoenix that served “street So here’s what I learned...even though the signs say Elotes, and you can find recipes and pictures on the Internet...no one calls them elotes...you have to ask for “the corn”. We’ve only seen the stands driving thru Sonoyta and on the Malecon. The elote carts come out in the afternoon and evening. Order it “con todo” with all of the spices, it’s quite delightful. Here is what is typically on “the corn”: mayonnaise, cotija cheese, chili powder and chile sauce, and lime.

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

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

$$ BANKING & MONEY $$ Typical Bank Hours Mon.-Fri. open 8:30 or 9 AM, close 4 or 5 PM Saturday 9 or 10 AM - 2 PM Banks do not offer Safety Deposit Boxes BANKS IN PUERTO PEÑASCO BANAMEX Sucursal Pinacate Blvd. Benito Juárez & Campeche 383-3943 or 383-4830 Blvd. Benito Juárez & Blvd. López Portillo 388-5842 or 388-5844 BANCOMER 383-2947 or 383-2430 Blvd. Benito Juárez & V. Estrella and in Plaza Fremont BANORTE 383-5955 • Blvd. Benito Juárez 388-6901 • Blvd. Fremont & Sinaloa SANTANDER SERFIN 383-2091 or 383-4288 Blvd. Benito Juárez & Calle 13 Hwy. 85, north of town ATM MACHINES ATM’s are located at the banks and have 24 hr. access. They give pesos only. The only one that gives dollars is the Banorte ATM on Freemont. 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, and Concha Del Mar at the other end of Sandy Beach. 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 Jose Luis Perez Perez Ave. Sinaloa (between Alberto Lizárraga & Gregorio Escalante) Tel: (638) 383-6760 Cel: (638) 100-6602 Worship Saturday 9:30am 2nd Location in Nuevo Peñasco Corner of 51st Ave & Aquiles Serdan (East side of Town) Adonai Comunidad Cristiana Lucero Viuda de Morúa #257 between López Mateos & Healy Col. Luis Donaldo Colosio Tel. 638.383.3865 www.adonaicc.net Assembly of God 383-3364 Ave. Luis Encinas & 27th Street Apostolic Church Constitucion Ave. & 15th Street 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. Fishing en Peñasco: Seasonal Fishing Calendar FISH JAN FEB MAR APR MAY JUN JUL AUG SEP OCT NOV DEC Trigger Fish Corvina Dolphin Fish Dorado Flounder Grouper Mackeral Pinto Bass Pompano Red Snapper Rock Bass Sea Bass Sea Trout Sierra Skipjack Yellowtail

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

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

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

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

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

MAIL SERVICES Puerto Peñasco Post Office (011-52-638) 383-2350 Monday - Friday 8:00 am-6:00 pm Money Wires, Telegrams & Mail Located just off Blvd. Fremont next to 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. 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

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

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

PINACATE BIOSPHERE RESERVE Reserva de la Biosfera de El Pinacate y Gran Desierto de Altar The Pinacate Biosphere Reserve is home to some of the world’s largest volcanic craters and is one of the most pristine and diverse areas in the Sonoran Desert. It has a large variety of plant and wildlife species that inhabit this sometimes hostile area. In the winter, you may see snow on the Pinacates. And in the summer, temperatures soar well over 110°. U.S. astronauts trained for their lunar landing mission in this area as the terrain mimics that found on the moon. You can take a day trip and explore the Pinacate area and volcanic craters by vehicle, camp overnight (in designated) areas, walk or hike. You must register at the entrace to the Reserve (located in Nayarit, approx. 20 miles N of Rocky Point). This will allow Biosphere personnel to make sure you are safe at all times.

• Speed Limit: 25 MPH • Terrain/Roads: Dirt, desert • Watch out for flora and fauna • Do not leave the road in your vehicle • Take enough drinking water with you • Respect all signs on roads and trails • Do not remove or damage plants, rocks, wood, animals or artifacts • Take all trash and waste with you • Do not enter the region from any unauthorized access road CAMPING & CAMPSITES Red Cone, El Tecolote, Backcountry areas INTERPRETATIVE TRAILS El Elegante Crater Trail 1.2 mile linear trail Walk 0.6 miles on the border of El Elegante crater. Terrain is mostly flat. Mayo Cone Trail 1.2 mile linear trail Located in El Tecolote camping area Walk 0.6 miles to the top of Mayo Cone. You will climb 344 ft. to the top. This hike is rated as a medium difficulty trail.

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

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.

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

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.

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

to dial a cell phone from a land line dial 044 + 638 + 7-digit number

TELEPHONES Puerto Peñasco’s phone company for home and business hook-up is Telefonos de Mexico (TelMex). Cellular service is available through TelCel and Movistar. U.S. carrier AT&T works pretty good here as long as you have the International Plan. DIALING INSTRUCTIONS Call Mexico from U.S. & Canada to dial a land line 011+52+638+7-digit number to dial a Peñasco cellular 011+52+1+638+7-digit number Call U.S. & Canada from Mexico dial 001+(area code)+7 digit number Call Collect from Mexico to U.S. dial 090 for a bilingual operatorCall Overseas from Mexico dial 00+country code+city code+phone number Country codes and Mexico area codes are listed in the TelMex Phone book Call another City in Mexico dial 01+(city code)+number AT&T Operator dial 001-800-462-4240 TELEPHONE COMPANY Telefonos de Mexico (TelMex) Juan de la Barrera and Calle 18 Office open 8 am • 383-2288 Phone & Internet services available TelMex (Land Line) Prefixes 383, 382, 388, 102, 108 Phone numbers are written in a variety of ways, here are a few you may see around town. 3-6325 = dial 383 + 6325 638-38-36325 = dial 383-6325 (638) 383-6325 = dial 383-6325 52+(638) 383-6325 = dial 383-6325 Mexico’s Country Code = 52 Puerto Peñasco’s City Code = 638 LONG DISTANCE 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.

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

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

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

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Potatoes

By Rosarie Salerno

The areas surrounding Lake Titicaca in the Andes Mountains of South America, near the border of Peru and Bolivia, can trace the domestication of the potato back 8,000 to 10,000 years ago. The lake, with an elevation of 12,500 ft above sea level, played host to a plethora of wild potato species. Myths of the Inca Civilization tell a story of how Viracocha, the Creator, sent two of his sons to teach the people how to grow crops, so that they would never go hungry. As in all societies, security is based upon food production and storage. The Incas developed the first freeze-dried potato called Chuno which was reserved in storehouses in case of a food shortage. Extraordinarily, thousands of varieties of potatoes are grown in the Andes; they come in a multitude of different shapes and colors. The potato was, and still is, such an integral part of Andean life that time was measured by how long it would take to cook a pot of potatoes and to measure land, by how much growing area was needed to feed a family. The word potato comes from the Spanish potates (po ta taes). The potato in the vicinity of Lake Titicaca is called Mama Jatha. In Mexico the potato is referred to as a papa. Centro International de la Papa, under the auspices of the United Nations Food and Agriculture Organization, holds planting material for about 3,800 varieties of potatoes grown in the Andes. According to the CIP, Andean farmers may sow more than 100 different varieties of potato in one season. The diversity is a protection from entire crop failures. With the Spanish Conquest of the Inca Empire, the potato was introduced to Europe in the 16th century. There is a legend that Sir Walter Raleigh, a British explorer, brought a gift of potatoes to Queen Elizabeth and invited the aristocracy to a banquet featuring the newly discovered aliment. The story goes; the culinary chefs were not familiar with cooking tubers, so they threw them away and served

the plant›s greens instead, making everyone deathly ill. The potato is a member of the nightshade family that also includes tomatoes, green peppers and eggplants. Eventually, the potato was accepted as a food source and became a staple in some parts of Europe. Unfortunately, only a couple of species were brought back from the Americas. This limited genetic diversity, which led to the Great Potato Famine of 1845 in Ireland; when the disease known as Late Blight destroyed the potato crops causing millions to starve. Some species of potato will flower and produce a small green tomato like fruit that contains an estimated 300 seeds that can be planted. This fruit, however, is toxic and therefore, not edible. The potato may also be propagated by cuttings from the vine or by planting 1 or 2 of the eyes cut from the tuber. Not only are the vines and leaves of the commonest potato plants toxic, but the color of green present on potatoes is a sign of toxicity. The green is chlorophyll and not harmful, but the green color indicates the presence of the toxin, solanine. The plant produces solanine to defend itself against fungus and pests. When a potato is exposed to light or bruising it will turn green. Always peel or cut off all the green before cooking and consuming. Also, thoroughly remove the eyes as they are toxic as well. Some symptoms of solanine poisoning include headache, diarrhea, hallucinations and vomiting. Monsanto developed a GM (genetically modified) potato that resists damage from the Colorado potato beetle, causing the bursting of its stomach, by incorporating the genes from Bacillus Thuringiensis. Bt-toxin is harmful to the digestive tract of humans and animals, and triggers inflammatory immune system responses. The good news is that McDonald, Burger King, Frito-Lay and Procter & Gamble declared they would not use the GM potato. Monsanto published their decision to discontinue selling and marketing the line in 2001, however, the Bt potato lines are still fully approved for use in the US and Canada.

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The myths about eggs By Dr. Shelly Persad

Eggs – a breakfast staple! However, when it comes to eating eggs, there are all sorts of myths and confusions. You’ll hear some people say to only eat egg whites. Others will tell you to avoid egg yolks because they have fat in them and they raise your cholesterol. Some say to wash eggs before you crack them open, and others don’t. And furthermore, how do you know if you’re eating an egg from a healthy chicken or not? So what’s the truth? Well, first off...the yolk is the healthiest part of the egg; that’s where all the nutrition is. The yolk is nutrient dense, antioxidant rich, and vitamin and mineral loaded. It contains more than 90% of the calcium, iron, phosphorus, zinc, thiamin, B6, folate, B12, and pantothenic acid of the egg, and it also contains choline, lutein, trace minerals, and all the fatsoluble vitamins A, D, E, and K. Unfortunately, the egg white has very little nutrition compared to the yolk. Although the egg whites have protein, they still aren’t as nutritious as the yolk. Second, one of the biggest fears is that yolks raise your cholesterol. This isn’t true. When you eat a food that has a high level of dietary cholesterol like egg yolks, your body decreases its internal production of cholesterol to balance your cholesterol level. If you don’t eat enough cholesterol, then your body increases its production. There are also some indications that eating whole eggs raises your good HDL cholesterol level.

Third, washing your egg is actually eliminating a natural outer coating that is called “bloom” that helps keep water and oxygen in and bad bacteria out. Washing eggs increases the chances for bacterial invasion through the pores in the shell. In America, we like everything super clean. So the first time you saw the eggs here in Rocky Point, you probably frowned upon the fact that they are not refrigerated and come with feathers and feces on them. But in a lot of places, a dirty egg with poop on it is no big deal and actually considered a good egg. Speaking of good eggs, here are some pointers for recognizing a healthy egg: The richer a chicken’s diet and the greater its overall health, the stronger the shell is. An egg should be difficult to crack open if it’s really healthy. Chicken egg yolks should be orange in color, not the bright or light yellow yolks that we’re used to in the US. The deeper the color, the better. Yolks from healthy chickens tend to be thicker and rounder – implying better taste and more nutrients. I can honestly say I’ve seen healthier eggs here in Rocky Point than in the states, unless I was buying the eggs direct from the farmer, and the chickens were raised in a true free-range environment where they have access to fresh air and can eat anything in sight, including bugs, snakes, rodents, etc. So there you have it - indulge in your eggs! They’re not as bad for you as you might have thought!

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

AGRUPACION GEORGE PAPNICOLAOU

BOOK & EXCHANGE

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

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 AA Passport Club 48 Campeche next door to Galindo’s Cafe M-W-F 10:00 am open meeting For more information call Conrado Flores: (044-638) 109-8017 or email Marcia Diane: marsupis@gmail.com EVERYONE WELCOME

AL ANON

AMPI

Al Anon Family Groups. Email to schedule a meeting; Marcia at marsupis@gmail.com

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.

AMERICAN LEGION POST MX 15

OFFICERS: President: Rommel Bustamante President-Elect: Jorge Valdes V.P. Legal: Ricardo Bórquez V.P. Ethics: Wayne Corcoran V.P. Education: Gretchen Ellinger MLS V.P. President: Jonni Francis V.P. Public Relations: Richard Savino Secretary: John Fagundes V.P. Membership: Susie Flinn Treasurer: Rebecca Palomino V.P. Events: Jared Cranford VP Language & Culture: Fernando Curiel IS YOUR REAL ESTATE AGENT OR RENTAL AGENT OR PROPERTY MANAGER A MEMBER OF AMPI?

ADOPT-A-CLASSROOM

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

Located in the Mirador 141 Chihuahua & Matamoros (Across from the Pink Cadillac) Open daily 8AM - 8PM The Public is Welcome 2015 OFFICERS: Commander: Mike LaBarge General Meetings First Tuesday of every month at 6 pm (Oct-June) Contact the Post for dinner specials and special events scheduled throughout the year MagicJack (602) 539-2047 Mexico phone (011-52-638) 388-8841 Email post15mx@mail.com ALL VISITORS WELCOME!

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

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

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

BUNCO BABES Sandy Spain 388-0857/(044-638) 109-4109 Ladies play Bunco at 3:30pm on the 3rd Wednesday of the month October-June at Giuseppi’s on Blvd. Fremont.

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

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

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

CEDO CON’T 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!

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

CHOLLA BAY SPORTSMENS CLUB Also referred to as the CBSC Dues: $40, Payable to CBSC PO Box 1320, Lukeville, AZ 85341

CEDO Center for the Study of Oceans & Deserts Phone: 382-0113 or (520) 829-4501 Located in Las Conchas, look for the Fin Whale skeleton Mon. - Sat. 9AM-5PM; Sun. 10AM-2PM PO Box 1579, Lukeville, AZ 85341 info@cedointercultural.org www.cedointercultural.org CEDO is the Intercultural Center for the Study of Oceans and Deserts. Home to a giant fin whale skeleton and a desert botanical garden, CEDO is a field station for researchers and school classes, an education center with library, laboratories, book store and gift shop - An Intercultural Experience. CEDO is a nonprofit organization dedicated to research, education and conservation of the planet’s last great frontiers: the Sea of Cortez. LOTS OF FUN AND GREAT EXPERIENCE FOR CHILDREN & ADULTS! FREE PUBLIC TOURS Every Tuesday 2PM; Saturday 4PM

The Cholla Bay Sportsmens Club is responsible for maintaining, monitoring, and staffing the VHF Marine Channel 28 for the northern Sea of Cortez as well as CB Radio Channel 3. The CBSC pays the salary of the operator, aides in search and rescue operations and can aid in the transportation of critical victims. They also publish the Cholla Chatter and put on numerous events during the year such as the CBSC Fishing Derby, Horseshoe Tournament and other fun stuff held in Cholla Bay. OFFICERS President: Mike Dugan Vice-President: Pat Goodin: 382-5056 Secretary: Billie Crumbley: 382-5133 Treasurer: Enedina Otañez: 382-5142 Membership: Laura McIntyre 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.

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

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

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

COORDINACION DE SALUD MUN. 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.

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

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CLUBSANDORGANIZATIONS EL GOLFO RUN

LAS CONCHAS HOMEOWNERS ASSOC.

Tom & Sandra O’Hare Rocky Point Times Newspaper 383-6325 or from U.S. (602) 476-1939 rockypointtimes@yahoo.com

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

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

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

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

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

ESPERANZA DE VIDA

MISSION VILLA GRANADA

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.

2 blocks east of Lucas Chicken, in the former Villa Granada Hotel. We provide lodging and meals for Missionaries who work on improving/building churches out in the San Rafael Community and other assorted projects. GM Pastor Edgar Cabrera (638) 383-1394. Main Office for (480) 503-8832. Maggie, is bilingual. Volunteers for maintenance/cleaning needed, as well as rice, beans, building supplies/ materials, tools, children art/crafts supplies, canned foods, Spanish bibles, and prayer. Weekend Missions, A.C.-Mexican Non-Profit. Weekend Missions, Inc. USA 501c3.

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.

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.

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.

OC3AN VIEW MINISTRY (A brand new ministry in good hands) Hosted on the spacious and breath taking property of Granada Del Mar Hotel in Mirador, OC3AN VIEW MINISTRY has opened its doors; a non-profit designed to serve ministries from all across the US and Mexico, to bring aide and comfort to folks in need in Puerto Peñasco. We are currently creating an onsite store for distribution of donations of furniture, clothing, appliances, tool and bedding. For Ministry information contact: Director Conrado Rodriquez conrado4evryng44@gmail.com

U.S 480-264-1172 MX. 638-383-2148 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

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.

PEÑASCO SINGLES (PS) Is a group of local singles, both full time and part time residents. All singles are invited to join (no fee) this laid back group for the happy hours each Tuesdays at 4pm at Latitude 31 Restaurant, on the left hand side, on your way to Old Port. The Saturday location will be announced each Tuesday. For more information contact Emma or Marti and get on the email list for group announcements. Emma: (local home) 383-3273 or (magic jack) 702-359-1095. Marti: (local cell) 638-103-4027 or (magic jack) 520-284-0944 or (U.S. cell, works locally) 812319-1463. Or, if you prefer, just show up at the Tuesday happy hour.

RED HAT LADIES LUNCHEON

SOUTH OF THE BORDER SINGLES

Brenda Barden: (638) 382-8611 The Puerto Peñasco Chapter gets together on the last Monday of the month at 1PM (Oct.June) to have lunch and show off their “red hats and purple dresses”. All ladies welcome. Call for reservations or info.

South of the Border Singles (SOB’s) meets every Wednesday at 4:00PM at Playa Bonita Restaurant for cocktails/dinner. Monthly business meetings first Wednesday at 5:30PM at Playa Bonita. Sunday 9AM gather for weekly 9:30AM breakfast at various RP restaurants. Other fun events, short trips, parties throughout the year. All singles welcome! Local contact: Robert Adams at Playa Bonita RV Park adibob@prodigy.net.mx, local 382-5034 or Magic Jack (602) 449-1030 or Jean McCauley at Las Conchas; jeanmcc61@ gmail.com Mexican cell phone is (044-638) 3869774 or Magic Jack is (520) 303-4332.

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

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

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

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

RED CROSS (CRUZ ROJA) EMERGENCY DIAL 060

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

ROTARY CLUB PUERTO PEÑASCO MAR DE CORTÉS Meet on Wednesdays at 8:00AM in Don Julio’s restaurant at the Old Port (Malecón). Email enriquefmi@outlook.com or leonardoemj8@hotmail.com.

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

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

SANTA CLAUS CLUB

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.

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.

RED CROSS (CRUZ ROJA) CON’T 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.

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

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

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

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

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Rocky Point’s Rodeo Drive By Barbara Iverson

Need a little shopping therapy? Well do we have a deal for you. Rodeo Drive has the best selection of “made in Mexico” items in Peñasco. Many of the vendors make their items right before your eyes in their shop. So after you’ve had enough sand and sea this is the place. One of the unique shops on the Drive is Curios Tlaxcala. The owners Gonzalo and Maria have been there for 12 years and Gonzalo was instrumental in helping turn the “dirt mall” into the delightful shopping area it is today. Their specialty is stained glass. Gonzalo is the actual designer and can do custom designs just for you. They have an eclectic collection of their glass right there in their shop. Tlaxcala also offers handmade textiles and hammocks as well as katrinas and ponchos. This is something not to be missed. Maria is from Mexico City and Gonzalo is from, of all places, Tlaxcala where most of their merchandise comes from.

Come stroll the Drive and find that perfect gift for the hard-toplease. You’ll find the unique, the unusual, the unforgettable…the perfect gifts! Then when your all shopped out stop by Mariachi’s and Tequila for a great meal and that frosty margarita.

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Sonoran Shindig out the Plaza, in Ajo, AZ A Celebration of the Desert Sat. March 19, 2016

By Tracy Taft, International Sonoran Desert Alliance

The Cabeza Prieta Natural History Association has sponsored the celebration of the Sonoran Desert for 15 years. The day-long event brings together the desert’s governmental land-holders and users, the residents and visitors of the area, tribal members, and other organizations. Everyone attending the Sonoran Shindig will have an opportunity to learn and experience the uniqueness of the desert’s flora and fauna. It’s time to mark your calendar for Saturday March 19 and to

plan to attend. We are inviting representatives of Organ Pipe Cactus National M o n u m e n t , Cabeza Prieta National Wildlife Refuge, Bureau of Land Management, Barry M Goldwater Range, Luke Air Force Base, and U.S. Customs and Border Protection. There is space on the plaza for booths and lots of additional room for activities. Many non-governmental organi zations will also be here. We will have our own booth with representatives to answer questions, sell merchandise

from our nature bookstore, accept new members and to renew existing memberships. Please be a part of this important day. Let your message be heard and show the public what you do and why the Sonoran Desert is important to your endeavors. Government and

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If you wish to participate as a vendor contact us for our reasonable rates to participate. If you have a musical group and would like to participate contact us with your particulars. Contact: info@ cabezaprieta.org or CPNHA:Shindig, P.O. Box 234, Ajo, Arizona 85321 Participation forms

and information are available at cabezaprieta.org or Call: (520) 3877243

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The Rocky Point Wardrobe By Dan McWhitis

Probably the dumbest mistake I made when moving to Rocky Point had to do with the clothes I brought with me. Specifically, I’m still amazed I packed two business suits and three sport coats. Hey, these were rookie mistakes. As the months passed, I changed my ideas relative to fashion in our beachside oasis. I’ve created my own fashionista, based mostly on the weather. I have a wardrobe for the winter and another for the warmth of the summer months. Starting about mid-November I begin wearing Wrangler jeans, boots and flannel shirts. When the temperatures rise in the spring I switch to shorts, sandals and aloha shirts. It should be noted ball caps are worn year round, these are God’s gift to men and some women designed to hide manic hair. If the hair is messy, dirty, or wet one simply pulls on a cap and you’re ready for anything. This “guy wardrobe” is simple, but there are clear rules designed to protect against style transgressions. It’s not fashionable to wear multicolored shorts with multicolored shirts that don’t match (this can cause dizziness especially if you’re suffering a hangover). One needs to maintain an appropriate weight before sporting a tank top (no explanation necessary) and wearing socks with sandals is considered nerdy (disgustingly nerdy, especially black socks). Many of my beachcombing friends here are of retirement age and subsequently have specific attitudes about what they wear. I am reminded of an age-old question and answer, “Why do grandkids get along so well with their grandparents?” The conclusion is neither one has a job, neither cares about the clothes they’re wearing and both think your parents are idiots. Today as I wrap-up nearly eighteen months in Rocky Point, I’m interested in two things about clothing. I want to be warm and comfortable in the winter and cool as a jewel in the summer. Anything more, matters not. I recently got up and realized I didn’t have coffee. I grabbed my wallet & keys, put on a cap hiding the disheveled mop on my head and trekked to the closest convenience store. After finding coffee I walked to the cash register paid and headed to exit. My reflection in door’s mirror was shouting at me. I was wearing navy blue shorts with a black & orange aloha shirt (probably obtained in an inebriated stupor during some past Halloween festivities). My ball cap announced I’m a fan of the El Paso Chihuahuas triple “A” baseball team located in West Texas. Okay, it couldn’t get worse then I realized I was wearing black socks with my sandals.

Happy

Conjuring Instructions By Rob Baylor

Grant Baugh at the jetty By Vince Deadmond

Disney World may be the “Happiest place on earth”, but my happy place is Puerto Peñasco, Mexico. The reasons for a Rocky Point vacation are many. It’s the closest drive for an ocean beach destination, it’s a good value for food, drink, housing, and interesting things to do. I like to be the first one to leave foot prints on Mirador Beach in the morning. I am usually rewarded with a brilliant sunrise of orange, purple, red, pink, and blue colors that blend the sea and sky. After I have had my coffee, (no herbal tea please) breakfast, and a calm sea, I am good to go fly fishing. The fly fishing keeps me coming back, but friends and family enjoy the beach, quad riding, sunset cruises, shopping, golfing, diving, horseback riding...this is a happy place! Anticipation - something to look forward to is one mood-improver. I usually have a fishing trip or two on my calendar. The prep for the trip always gives me something to look forward to, and a sense of accomplishment. I am usually planning the trip with other fly fishers, which results in spontaneous group happiness. We are like an excited group of cub scouts planning their first camp out. I started fishing when I was 6 years old, I am in my 60’s and I am still finding better ways to fish, new fish to fish for, new ways to enjoy the fishing experience. Even when the fishing is slow it can be enjoyable. The first day of our fishing trip Grant Baugh and I hiked into the First Estuary. We were expecting to catch a few fish, but we got skunked. The second day we launched the pontoon boats at Sandy Beach and fished the new jetty. It was winter, the slowest time of year for a good fish bite, we were not expecting

spectacular fishing. I managed to catch a Pompano, two Trigger, and three Grouper. Grant tangled with the best fighting fish he has ever hooked in the Sea of Cortez. The battle was intense, the fish was taking line, and suddenly it was all over, before Grant could identify the fish. Grant was left wondering if it was an equipment failure or if he had played it wrong. He still had a smile on his face when we stopped for lunch at Wrecked at the Reef. We sat on the patio outside enjoying the sunshine, the view of the sea, and tasty shrimp baskets. Setting seaside in the warm winter sun is a happy way for old guys to spend the afternoon. It is almost Spring Break, the water is starting to warm up, and a trip to Rocky Point most likely will improve your happiness. You won’t need a degree in Fly Fishing, but bringing the right gear will help get you into some fish. I would suggest a 6 to 8 weight fly rod with a 200-400 grain sinking line. A pontoon boat rated for saltwater will extend your productive time on the water. Don’t forget your PDF, sun block, and assorted colors of #4 Clouser Minnows. I hope this short story has inspired you to come to Puerto Peñasco with your fly fishing gear and a desire to hook a few fish, I would like to see you on the water soon. Vince Deadmond The Fly Fishing Hardware Guy can be reached at Best Hardware 237 N Apache Trail apache Junction, AZ vince@ajbest.com and at (480) 982 7461.

Early Morning Mirador Beach

Vince Deadmond “The Fly Fishing Hardware Guy” can be reached at Best Hardware 237 N Apache Trail Apache Junction, AZ vince@ajbest.com and 480 982 7461.

In my previous article I defined Conjuring. Now let’s see what you can conjure up. It is not hard just use your imagination. Sitting in my RV playing games on my IPAD getting bored, I needed something to do. I needed someone to talk to. I talk a lot sometimes (my wife says I talk too much) so I conjure up a solution. I like to cook as you can see by looking at me and I like the taste of food. So why not conjure up a new recipe and invite friends to a taste experiment? Tell people to bring a side dish and their drinks (of course) and then we will have a “get together”. I have a lot of fish in my freezer, maybe a clam chowder? How about a cheese cake with the blueberries in the freezer? I think maybe three other couples plus my wife and I, eight people. I can do this with a little help from Bobby Flay from the food channel. All I have to do is conjure him up. Hope he has a passport. Invitations go out informally, word of mouth, and THEN to the pantry. Check the list. I don’t have item number one, or item four. Oh well, maybe I ought to conjure up a different dish. No when I decide on something I stick to it. I go around the RV Park and see what I can borrow. “What are you cooking?” they ask and trying to be truthful I blab it out. Oh, that sounds good! When are you doing this? Now, I have two more people to add to the party. Can I bring a new couple that just arrived? Sure, what’s a couple more? On to the next friend and see what I can borrow from them. Oh, two more people! Holy Moly, this is getting out of hand. Have to visit the supermarket and get more ingredients to make a bigger pot. Speaking of that, I need a bigger pot. Cheese cake done, fish thawed out, fryer hot, martini in hand. Tartar sauce? Didn’t think of that. Oops, maybe I shouldn’t have invited so many. How many are there? Forty! No, I don’t have any more chairs! I need another Martini! At the end of the evening there is one piece of fish, no cake left, and clam chowder is gone. I didn’t get to eat! Another martini and clean up before I can go to bed hungry and conjure up something else. Be careful what you “Conjure”, you may be surprised at the result!

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If Your Passport Expires this Year, Here’s Why You Need to Renew it Now

By Jim Ringquist

If you need to renew your passport - either because it will expire this year or because you’ve run out of stampable pages - the U.S. State Department says you should do it now. The department believes that 2016 is going to be a big year for passport applications and renewals and is encouraging travelers to get started on that paperwork (and take a set of those flattering square pictures) as soon as possible. The New York Times says that officials are expecting to spend the next two years being overwhelmed by the number of renewals, in part because the Western Hemisphere Travel Initiative was implemented almost ten years ago. When that law went into effect in January 2007, it required U.S. citizens to have a passport in order to travel to all countries, including Canada, Mexico, the Caribbean and Bermuda and, as a result, millions of people hurriedly applied for passports. Now millions of passports are inching toward their expiration dates, and the State Department doesn’t want a rerun of what it had to endure a decade ago. Beth Finan, a press officer for the Bureau of Consular Affairs says: “Nearly 10 years after implementation of the Western Hemisphere Travel Initiative (WHTI) and the associated surge of passport applications, the Bureau of Consular Affairs is preparing for an anticipated surge as those applicants renew their passports. We encourage passport applicants to apply for or renew U.S. passports well ahead of planned travel, as we anticipate longer than average wait times for passport processing over the coming months.” Finan said that the Department is expecting “record breaking demand” for passports through 2018 and, right now, it will take roughly six weeks for a passport renewal, which is two weeks longer than the process took last year. You can also request an expedited passport, which will take three weeks to process and cost an extra $60 on top of the standard $110 renewal fee. International travelers should also be aware that some countries will not allow them to enter if their passports expire within six months - or if their passports don’t have a certain number of blank pages (you can review your destination’s entry and exit requirements on the State Department’s Country Information page). Even if you can say “I’ll renew it as soon as I get back” in a foreign language, you probably aren’t getting past the arrivals terminal. According to Finan, the State Department expects to handle 17.4 million passport applications during the 2016 fiscal year, a number that is estimated to increase to 20.9 million in 2017. This article is brought to you by the Sonoran Resorts Sales Group, www.sonoranresorts.mx, Jim Ringquist, Director of Sales and Marketing.

Mexico Wins Gold in Hockey Championships

Jim Nicholl (RIP)

Jim Nicholl passed suddenly, the end of December, while at his home in Show Low. There has been no service as of our press time. There will be one planned in Show Low when the weather allows. His sons will have one on March 12 in Dallas at one of the race tracks where he drove one of his top fuel cars. His ashes will be scattered by one of his friends while driving a top fuel car going over 300 miles an hour. He would love that! Jim had suffered heart problems for a few years. He and Gail moved from San Carlos, Mexico back to the States to be close to his heart doctors. He had surgery less than a year ago and was doing much better. We, who knew him, feel honored to have known him. He was a wonderful man. He died at home very quickly and did not suffer.

By Jim Ringquist

Updated Border Info By Rick Nichols

Coming down to Rocky Point? We have been hearing about tighter checks at boarder for cigarettes and booze. “Passengers over 18 years, are allowed up to 10 packs of cigarettes, 25 cigars or 200 grams of snuff; up to three liters of alcoholic drinks and six liters of wine.” NOTE: Although the Mexican SAT website says 6 liters of wine...we have reports of only 3 liters of wine being allowed at checkpoint. To be safe you might want to keep it at 3 liters wine. Don’t bring more than the allowance. No worries...There is plenty of great booze at the best destination in Rocky Point...The Satisfied Frog. To learn more about what else you can bring including pet requirements...read below or click on link at bottom: MERCHANDISE CAN ENTER MEXICO Your personal luggage, without paying taxes. It consists of the following: Goods for personal use, such as clothing, footwear and toiletries and beauty products, provided they are appropriate for the length of the trip. Baby items, such as chair, portable crib, stroller, and walker. Three portable cellular telephone equipment or other wireless networks; a global positioning system (GPS); a PDA; a portable laptop, notebook, or the like. A copier or portable printer, and a portable projector with accessories. Two personal sports equipment, four fishing rods, three surfboards with or without sails and their accessories. Trophies or awards, provided that they can be transported normally and commonly by the passenger. A portable video camera, and a portable

DVD and CD player, plus a set of portable speakers and accessories. Five laser disks, 10 DVDs, 30 CDs, three software packages and five storage devices for any electronic equipment. Books, magazines and printed documents. Five toys, including collection, and a video game console, as well as five games. An apparatus for measuring blood pressure and one to measure glucose, and medicines for personal use (psychotropic substances must have corresponding prescription). Suitcases, trunks and or any other items necessary for the transfer of luggage. A binocular and telescope. Two musical instruments and accessories. A tent and other items for camping. A set of hand tools with its case, which may include a drill, pliers, wrenches, screwdrivers, current cables, among others. Passengers over 18 years, up to 10 packs of cigarettes, 25 cigars or 200 grams of snuff; up to three liters of alcoholic drinks and six liters of wine. Those with disabilities may travel with the necessary equipment, such as walkers, wheelchairs, crutches, canes, among others. In addition, you can import without paying taxes, up to two pets, such as cats and dogs, as well as the accessories required for transportation, the health certificate, and shot records. http://w w w.sat.gob.mx/…/Pagi…/ Mercancia_ingresar_Mexico.aspx

With all the snow that has been seen in some parts of Mexico this winter, perhaps it should be no surprise to see this country participating - and winning - in cold-weather sports. Team Mexico won the gold medal in the International Ice Hockey Federation under-20 world championship in Division III. It was the country’s third gold-medal win in this category since 2005. Mexico won the final 9-2 over South Africa, playing at the Mexico City Ice Dome, after winning four out of five other games in the championship. Team Mexico beat Israel, Turkey, Bulgaria and New Zealand in the roundrobin event, losing only to Iceland. The win propels Mexico into Division II next year. It was goaltending that won the day for Mexico and a best goalkeeper award for Jaime Pérez. Not one of the team’s players was among the top 10 goal scorers. The silver medal went to Bulgaria and the bronze to New Zealand. Next Attention turns from an ice rink to blocks of snow. A Mexican team will be among 16 that are competing in the 26th annual International Snow Sculpture Championships in Breckenridge, Colorado. Mexico will be up against a slew of countries whose climate would lead one to expect them to be participating in such a competition: Canada, Finland, Mongolia and Switzerland, for example. But normally being faced with a scarcity of snow, the Mexican sculptors, say organizers, practice with sand. Each four-person team is given a 20-tonne block of snow, measuring about three and a half meters high, and 65 hours to turn the block into a work of art using their bare hands and a selection of hand tools. 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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Jazz returns to Rocky Point for International Jazz Day By Richard Scott for RockyPoint.com

Jazz is coming back to Rocky Point on April 23rd. Phoenix promoter, publisher, and himself a Jazz sax player, William “Doc” Jones is organizing a music event in conjunction with Rocky Point’s Department of Art and Culture. Doc has been making Phoenix a part of International Jazz Day for the last few years, and now wants to share the music with Mexico. 2016 is the 4th year for International Jazz Day, a celebration of this musical heritage supported by the work of the United Nations, specifically their cultural arm UNESCO. Puerto Peñasco gets an early taste of the festivities. There will be jazz events in countries around the world on April 30th. On that day, Doc Jones will be performing at Cityscape along with Nayo Jones, Carlos Rivas, as well as talented local players. Peñasco kicks things off a week early, due to Doc’s commitment on the 30th. The lineup for Puerto Peñasco’s international Jazz Day has yet to be finalized, but word is that players like New Orleans trumpet great Kermit Ruffins will be on the bill. William ’Doc’ Jones has been a mainstay for bringing Jazz education and appreciation to Phoenix area young people. While in Rocky Point, Doc plans to offer educational access here as well. Stay tuned to RockyPoint. com for more details and ticket information for the 2016 Puerto Peñasco International Jazz Day Celebration.

Boulevard Fremont, the street which runs east/west in front of the Red Cross and Black Dog, and has heads to Las Conchas and Caborca, was named after Puerto Peñasco’s sister city…Fremont, California. But, what about all the streets with people’s names? This is a monthly article, to explain Mexico’s history behind some of the street names, here in Rocky Point. Guillermo Prieto (The street running north-south behind Burger King) Guillermo Prieto Pradillo (pseudonym Fidel) (Born, February 10, 1818, Mexico City – Died, March 2, 1897, Tacubaya, D.F) was a Mexican novelist, short-story writer, poet, chronicler, journalist, essayist, patriot and Liberal politician. Biography Prieto was born in Mexico City, the son of José María Prieto Gamboa and Josefa Pradillo y Estañol. His childhood was spent near Molino del Rey (King’s Mill), next to the historic Chapultepec Castle. His father administered the mill and the associated bakery. When Prieto was 13, his father died and his mother had a nervous breakdown. Andrés Quintana Roo took him under his protection, and he was thus able to continue his studies. After working in a clothing store and in the customs, he entered the Colegio de San Juan de Letrán. Together with Manuel Toussaint Ferrer and the brothers José María y Juan Lacunza, he founded the Academia de Letrán in June 1836, with the aim of “the Mexicanization of literature”. Quintana Roo was named “perpetual director” of the Academy. Prieto began his career as a journalist and theater critic with El Siglo XX, publishing the column Los San Lunes de Fidel. He worked for El Monitor Republicano, and together with Ignacio Ramírez he founded the satirical periodical Don Simplicio. A supporter of the Liberal Party from a young age, he advocated its positions in the press and in his other writings. Political career Prieto became personal secretary of Valentín Gómez Farías and Anastasio Bustamante, in succession. Under Bustamante, he was editor of El Diario Oficial. He was minister of finance (hacienda), under Presidents Mariano Arista, Juan Álvarez and Benito Juárez. He was a congressional deputy 15 times and a representative of Puebla in the constituent congress of 1856-57. Together with other Liberals, he supported the Plan de

Ayutla, proclaimed March 1, 1854 and aimed at overthrowing dictator Antonio López de Santa Anna. For this he suffered temporary exile in Cadereyta, Guanajuato. As minister of finance under President Juárez, he accompanied the president into exile after the coup by Félix Zuloaga. During the subsequent War of the Reform, he saved the life of President Juárez in Guadalajara by stepping between the president and the guns of the rebelling guardsmen (March 14, 1858). The guardsmen backed down and did not shoot. Prieto composed the satirical song of the Liberal army, “Los cangrejos” (The Crabs). It was to the tune of “Los cangrejos” that the Liberals under General Jesús González Ortega reentered Mexico City in January 1861, ending the War of the Reform. After the return of the Republican government to Mexico City, Prieto, again minister of finance, published the decree of February 5, 1861, declaring that ecclesiastical property was and had always been property of the nation and that, as a consequence, contracts and other dealings celebrated by the clergy without the consent of the constitutional government were null and void. He later served as minister of foreign relations in the government of José María Iglesias. In 1890 the periodical La República held a poll to choose the most popular poet in Mexico. Prieto won easily. He was named, by Ignacio Manuel Altamirano, the “Mexican poet par excellence, the poet of the Fatherland”. He died in Tacubaya in 1897 at age 79, in the presence of his second wife, Emilia Golard, his children and his grandchildren. Works A prolific author in many genres, with a festive and ironic style, Prieto’s political passion is never far beneath the surface. He is remembered especially for the following works. Poetry • La musa callejera (Mexico City, Filomeno Mata, 1883), a retelling of Mexican folklore topics • Romancero Nacional (1885), a patriotic epic Prose • Memorias de mis tiempos de 1828 a 1840 (Paris, 1906) • Memorias de mis tiempos de 1840 a 1853 (Paris, 1906) • Viajes de orden supremo (unfinished, 1857) • Viajes a los Estados Unidos (3 vol., Mexico City, Dublán y Chávez, 1878) • Compendio de Historia Universal Drama • El Alférez (1840) • Alonso de Ávila (May 1, 1842) • Los tres Boticarios • El Susto de Pinganillas (March 19, 1843) • Patria y Honra • La Novia del Erario • Monólogo a mi Padre As professor of political economy, and later professor of national history at the Military College, Prieto also wrote Indicaciones sobre el origen, virtudes y estado que guardan actualmente las rentas generales de la federación mexicana (1850), Lecciones elementales de economía política (1871-1888), Lecciones de historia patria (1886) and Breve introducción al estudio de la historia universal (1888).

Day Trippin’ by Bus! By Gretchen Ellinger

Did you know that about 40 miles from here are acres and acres of asparagus fields, orange groves and olive groves? Or, that Caborca, sister city to Prescott, AZ, has a mission church that sheltered Spanish soldiers during the Spanish-American War, and an art school with a gallery of good looking student art for sale? Or that Pitiquito has a mission church with wonderful frescoes and a leather factory with a store full of beautiful vests, jackets, coats, purses and more at very affordable prices? Or that in Magdalena de Kino are the Chapel of San Francisco, the Mausoleum of Father Kino, a nice little museum, a gorgeous plaza? Hermosillo, the state capital, is a vibrant city, quite large, and very cosmopolitan, with all the big city amenities from an arboretum to a zoo - definitely worth a visit! Puerto Peñasco is the perfect place from which to explore and delve a bit further into Mexico. The state of Sonora, our state, is quite large - the second largest state in the Republic of Mexico, or so I think from looking at the map, but that is not fact checked. It is large enough so that driving it yourself is tiring, and it takes a long time to get there from here. The good news is that you can ride the bus to from Puerto Peñasco to many places in Sonora, including those mentioned above. Albatros is the bus line that specializes in Sonora travel, and you can get just about anywhere in the state from the Peñasco terminal on Blvd Benito Juarez just north of the stadium. Fares are reasonable, the buses are comfortable - they really are coaches rather than buses - with reclining seats, bathrooms, wifi and movies. Check them out at http://www.albatrosautobuses. com. I recently left Peñasco at midnight, slept half-way across the state, and awoke in the Hermosillo Albatros terminal at 6:15 a.m. that is ‘way better than driving myself, plus I arrived rested with the entire day ahead of me. I hired a taxi, told the driver, who is called a taxista, where I wanted to go during the day, and negotiated a price of $200 pesos for the day. The agreement is he drops me at the museum, and I call him when I am ready to leave, then he comes to get me, and drives me to the next destination. I am able to leave my book, blanket and pillow, needed on the bus, in the trunk of the cab, and as the day goes on I can add shopping purchases - very convenient, because I don’t have to carry around a bunch of stuff through the day. When I have had all the fun I can stand, the taxista takes me back to the bus depot, helps me in with my blanket, pillow, and packages, and I pay him the agreed fare. Exhausted, I caught one of the nearlyhourly buses back to Peñasco, read for a short time, visited with my seat mate, then was lulled to sleep by the rolling motion of the bus, and arrived home after a good nap at the end of my day trip. This is an excellent way to see another city or town in Sonora very affordably and very safely, plus it is so easy - remember the old slogan “Take the bus and leave the driving to us?” Riding the bus does make exploring easy! Vaya con Dios!

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

By Barb Mumaugh

We are so excited for great weather and spring-time in Rocky Point this time of year! It is also the start of “puppy and kitten season,” a period of several months when we have a lot of babies born to the female dogs and cats in town – many of them being animals with no owners to begin with. At Barb’s Dog Rescue, we take in as many of these little ones as we possibly can hold, in order to socialize them, vaccinate them, spay/neuter and get them off the streets and away from a life of homelessness. We are a 501(c) 3 non-profit dog rescue located a few miles north of Rocky Point and we would love to have you come by to visit us and all of our puppies and dogs. The animals would love to have a few extra pets and if you bring treats or food, you are bound to get a whole lot of kisses! We definitely all love adorable little puppies but don’t forget that there are also many wonderful young adult, middleaged and senior dogs that are available for adoption at our rescue as well. One of our happy-ending success stories at Barb’s Dog Rescue is of a sweet young dog named Charlie – a friendly and loving Chihuahua who came to us in terrible shape. Looking like he hadn’t had a meal in days and severely dehydrated, Barb and her team at the rescue nursed the little dog back to health with specially prepared meals, a warm, safe bed and a lot of love and prayers. Charlie was recently adopted out to a family in Phoenix, Arizona where he now has 2 young kids to play with each day and all the food and treats he could ever want! Thank you to all of you who helped out this past month when we were running extremely low on dog food. We are always in need of dry and wet dog food to keep the 100 plus dogs and puppies that are in our care well-fed and nourished. Many of them

come in extremely thin and emaciated having led a life of scavenging for scraps in the street and trash all their lives. It can take weeks, and sometimes months, to get them to the point that their ribs are no longer showing. So you can imagine how much food that is for just one animal! Anytime you are down here in our beautiful city of Rocky Point and can bring by a bag of food or 2, it would definitely be put to good use!

We would not be able to help any of these dogs without your support and all donations are greatly appreciated and tax-deductible. Donations can either be dropped off at the rescue, mailed to P.O. Box 116, Lukeville 85341 or sent online at www.barbsdogrescuerp.com. We can also coordinate donations to be transported from Phoenix or Tucson to Rocky Point. Please visit us on our Barb’s Dog Rescue Facebook page for updates, pictures and news. Every penny goes to helping the stray and homeless dogs - come visit and see for yourself! We would not be able to help any of these dogs without your support and all donations are greatly appreciated. Donations can either be dropped off at the rescue, mailed to P.O. Box 116, Lukeville 85341 or sent online at www. barbsdogrescuerp.com. We can also coordinate donations to be transported from Phoenix to Rocky Point. Please visit us on our Barb’s Dog Rescue Facebook page as well for updates, pictures and news.

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.

2016 Pirate and Mermaid Extravaganza By Naomi Black

Mudbugs, shrimp, crawfish, jambalaya, etouffee, andouille and gumbo, cajun, creole and zydeco, French Quarter, Big Easy, pralines and beignets... Words that evoke a sense of New Orleans. A city that entices many a traveler, yet sits over 1600 miles away from here! On April 2nd, the Pirate and Mermaid Extravaganza bring the tastes of a New Orleans Cajun party to Peñasco with pirates and mermaids galore. The Mermaid’s Market is in its 4th year and has become known as a local marketplace to find unique and eclectic ‘mermaid treasures’. ..gifts, clothing, candy, home decor, paintings, photographs and more. Each 1st and 3rd Saturday (during the months of October through April) you can find ‘mermaids’ selling their wares at the Shrimp Park in the center of Rocky Point. As part of its spring events, the Mermaid’s Market will present the 3rd Annual Pirate and Mermaid Extravaganza with fantastic food and drink, arts and crafts along with great music. This has become a popular event! This year, it is scheduled early in April with the hope that even more of our winter visitor friends will still be in town to enjoy the party! Back by popular demand is the phenomenal music of San Diego’s favorite zydeco band, Bayou Brothers. Playing both Cajun and Zydeco, the Bayou Brothers’ sound is straight out of Louisiana’s bayou festivals and backyard crawfish boils! Their endless enthusiasm always promises to deliver a rousing, rollicking, foot stompin’ musical gumbo you will not soon forget! Their performances will be a highlight of the Pirate and Mermaid Extravaganza (presented by Peñasco Recreation). Get your first taste early in the day as the band plays a set at the park. Then join us for a fantastic evening presentation at Banditos! The evening show will begin early at 6 pm. Tickets

are $10 and are available at both Mermaid’s Markets in March. Winners of the San Diego Blues Festival, you will not want to miss the Bayou Brothers. You just cannot keep your feet still when you hear their music! Another highlight will be the delicious Tastes of Louisiana from the Satisfied Frog Restaurant served up all day at the park! These Pirate and Mermaid cooks will be dishing up seafood and chicken and sausage gumbo, featuring their own handcrafted Cajun andouille sausage served in a bowl with rice and garnished with chopped green onions. Always a huge draw, they will also have a Rocky Point Shrimp Boil with corn, new potatoes and whole heads of shrimp, boiled with garlic. With Crazy Ed’s Original Chili Beer Hot sauce and Louisiana Hot Sauce on hand to kick things up a few notches for those who like it hot. So...The Pirate and Mermaid Extravaganza – A New Orleans Cajun Party. Now, doesn’t it just sound like fun? Besides the Mermaid’s “treasures” that you normally find at the Mermaid’s Market, we will have additional vendors on-site along with a Beer Garden for Fun drinks (Blue Mermaid Margaritas or New Orleans style Hurricanes). Of course, the Costume contests for adults and children returns. This year, the winners will win CASH and Prizes. “Whoo-hoo!” So, dress as a Pirate or a Mermaid. Destiny Dance Academy has promised us a pirate dance presentation. All in all, it will be a great day to eat, drink, shop, dance, dress-up, and pretend...to just be a kid at heart. The date is April, 2nd - Mark your calendar! Vendor spaces available. Limited VIP and “Friends of the Mermaids” tickets available. Contact Russ or Naomi at 638-388-5004 or 638-113-4591 or email: mexiconaomi@gmail.com Mark your calendars and keep in contact for more details! www.penascorecreation.com www.mermaidsmarket.com www.bayoubrothers.net

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CLASSIFIEDADS ANNOUNCEMENTS BILINGUAL SERVICES SUNDAY 10AM with Peñasco Christian Fellowship. Bilingual services also offered Wednesday at 7PM. Located ½ block E. of the Melchor Ocampo & Josefa Ortiz de Dominguez intersection. North from Las Conchas Pemex, ½ blk E. at 3rd stop sign past railroad tracks. For more info. call Stan or Becky at 383-4513. (#1-24) JEHOVAH’S WITNESSES KINGDOM HALL Thursday Ministry School & Service Meeting 7pm. Sunday Public Discourse 9:30am. Located on the (baseball) stadium road, on the left, just before the big blvd. Call 382-0049 or 383-3885. (#a1a) GRUPO UNIDAD CRISTIANOS DE PEÑASCO Pastor Ernesto Portugal. Headphones available for English translation. Sunday service 10:30AM, Thursday Service 7:30PM, Children’s school same hours. Church office open Monday through Friday 9:30AM to 2PM. Located on Simon Morua. Call for info. (01152-638) 383-2240. (#1-ch) ADOPT-A-CLASSROOM – Charity organization operated for 9 years now by Barb and Mark Olszewski, helping 9 schools and over 2,500 students. If anyone would like to help us with donations of spiral notebooks, pencils, crayons, erasers, rulers, etc...it will really be appreciated. You may use the offices of the Rocky Point Times Newspaper for a drop-off-point (off Calle 13map in paper), or get information at www.rockypointclassroom.com (#1-AAC) PUERTO PEÑASCO ‘ROCKIES’ WHEELCHAIR BASKETBALL – Needs team boosters and sponsors!! Visitors are welcome to come watch us practice each Sunday 3-6PM at the Municipal Gymnasium on the main Blvd. at the north end of town. WE NEED DONATIONS to purchase sport wheelchairs for basketball. We ALSO NEED basketballs and uniforms!! Call Mark (602) 324-9529 or in Rocky Point (011-52-638) 383-4963. Email markbarb@prodigy.net.mx (#1WC) BARB’S DOG RESCUE – located 8 miles north of Rocky Point on the highway to Sonoyta, signs on both sides of highway. Also donation drop off point at Twin Dolphins Real Estate on Blvd Fremont, next to Cruz Roja (Red Cross). BarbsDogRescue@ aol.com. Mexico (011-521-638) 114-1659 or (044-638) 384-0113. From the US dial (602) 324-7241. (#1-dg) AMERICAN LEGION MX-15 OF ROCKY POINT – is located in the Mirador Beach area, just down from Manny’s Beach Club, up the hill behind Pink Cadillac, downstairs at Los Juanes Restaurant. We serve Breakfast from 8am-11am and Lunch 11am - 2pm and Dinner Specials. post15mx@mail.com (#1-AL)

SAN JOSE MISSION CHURCH – in Cholla Bay. Bilingual Catholic Mass. At noon every Sunday. Follow the road past Wrecked at The Reef toward la Cholla. All our welcome. Help us build our church. (#1-SJ)

ART GALLERIES MERMAID’S MARKET – Arts and Crafts. Showcasing local artisans. 1st and 3rd Saturdays from 10am-3pm at Shrimp Plaza/ Park on Benito Juarez and Fremont. www.mermaidsmarket. 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 - IN Rocky Point Full line AVON Beauty Supplies. Hair, Nails, Facials, Massage, Manicures and Pedicures (638) 383-1086. English Spoken. On Constitucion, across from Super Ley (#25-1)

BILL PAYING SERVICE WHILE YOU’RE AWAY I’LL PAY YOUR electric, water, phone, bills, etc. Since 1993 I’ve been working with Immigration services. English/Spanish spoken. References available. Call Silvia Villa at Premium Services, locally at 383-5758, or from the U.S. dial (602) 4761187, or email me at sivife@ hotmail.com. (#30-2) COFFEE AND COFFEE HOUSES MAX’S CAFÉ: BREAKFAST, LUNCH, Dinner, Pizza, Full Espresso and Liquor Bar. Free Wireless Internet & Phone to the U.S. Located in front of Hotel Peñasco del Sol. Live Music Thur-Sun 8PM-11PM 383-1011. (#56-5) BEST COFFEE IN TOWN – XOCHITLS CAFE (Sally’s place) in Cholla Bay. Not to mention awesome food! Breakfast 6AM2PM! You can’t beat her chiles rellenos and spinach omelet. Call to order ahead 382-5283. (#5610)

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 and lunch. Sunday 8AM - 2PM (Closed Wednesdays) (011-52638) 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) 3833434. (#64-3) FM3 SERVICES SERVICES FOR AMERICANS – Permanent and Temporary Residence, Tax ID Numbers (Hacienda Registration), accounting services, bill paying and more. Office location: Sun Valley Business and Immigration Service, Blvd. Benito Juarez No. 191 Between Nicolas Bravo & Simon Morua. Call local at 3838891, from the U.S. dial (520) 829-4340 or email Bianeysvisa@ aol.com or Dynorasvisa@aol. com. English spoken. (#79-9) FM2/FM3/RFC/HACIENDA/ IMSS – If you don’t speak Spanish, or just want someone to help guide you through the process, call Silvia Villa at Premium Services at 383-5758, or from the U.S. dial (602) 4761187 or sivife@hotmail.com. Translations from English to Spanish or Spanish to English also available – any document you need translated. Call Silvia whenever you need help with anything from bill paying to ordering flowers! (#79-1) FURNITURE DELIVERY MOVING FROM THE STATES to Rocky Point/San Carlos since 1987. Our price includes no surprise fees from pickups to setups. Email geoff@ bordermovers.com or phone (480) 232-3518. (#90-9) MOVING FROM PHOENIX – and Tucson to Rocky Point, over 40yrs experience and we have a MCI number from the U.S. Gov which makes us legal. Lloyds Moving and Storage. (623) 5511616 or 1-866-568-9001. (#90-2)

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) 383-3919, (602) 324-7241 (#100-4) PUERTA PRIVADA LONG TERM LEASE 2 OR 3 bdrm condos for long term lease only. Furnished or unfurnished available. Visit model on site 9am to 5pm daily for more info. (#100-42) HOUSE FOR RENT – furnished, secured. In town on Leon de la Barra. Short term rental. Call 3835234 or (602) 412-3112 for more info. (#100-3) HOUSES & CONDOS FOR SALE AJO HOUSE – 3bd, 2ba. Backyard faces County Park, mountain views. Has a/c full house backup generator. Bottom of “U” street, nice neighborhood in Ajo, AZ. (520) 3875474. (#102-m) PRINCESA CONDO RESORT B-502 – 3Bedrooms, 2bath, $229,000, Mex Ban Trust holding title. Fully furnished. Excellent view of the courtyard and ocean. Call Paul at PABLO REALTY (602) 288-8687. Local 383-8657. Email pablorealty@hotmail.com (#102-13) PLAYA DORADA – Close to Mayan Palace and International Airport. Beachfront, large 2bd, 2ba. Private parking, security. HOA. Call Paul at PABLO REALTY (602) 288-8687. Local 383-8657. Email pablorealty@ hotmail.com (#102-PR) INSURANCE SERVICES INSURANCE AND BONDING AGENCY – REAL estate Mexican & American Insurance: Auto, boat, life, house, commercial. Yolanda Silva, Agent. Ave Nayarit #62. Call 3836280. (#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) 388-5512 and 3832698. (#110-2)

LOTS FOR SALE TWO ADJOINING LOTS – for sale. Two blocks from Beach, each lot is 875m2, one is a corner lot. In Playa Bonita area. Good business location. Contact F. Cordero at garcnan@gmail.com. (#115-31) 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) PHARMACIES FARMACIAS DE DESCUENTO– DISCOUNT PHARMACY – best prices in Rocky Point guaranteed with 6 locations in town. (638) 383-3131. (#127-1) PEST CONTROL PREDADOR – 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) ROCKY POINT REALTY GROUP – Jonni Francis at Paseo Las Glorias, across from Peñasco del Sol. Mexico (638) 382-5355 US (602) 334-4134. (#140-2) 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) 3807212 or email tomthomas360@ gmail.com. (#140-4) RV PARKS & SPACES 6 RV SPACES – for rent in town (1 1/2 blks East of Josefa on Callejon Juarez). Walled, private, and with all the services, Call (480) 225-6546. (#152-22)

SERVICES PET SITTING SERVICE – DON’T WORRY about your animals for a day, week or month! Vacation with peace of mind. I will look after your cats or dogs. Lots of experience with animals! Phone Nancy at (011-52-638) 383-1012. (#157-21) SATELLITE TV – Sales, service & installation. Residential & Commercial (638) 103-5317 Mex Cel. (602) 635-2246 Vonage. (#157-2) ROCKY POINT HOME INSPECTIONS – Inspections by US inspector 25+years in Real Estate, Homes and Condos. Be a smart investor 602-538-0027 tomthomas360@gmail.com. (#157-1) AQUA GRANDE TOWING – Tows to U.S.A. No Problem. All operators fluent in English and Spanish. Dennis Bleeker (01152-638) 383-5770. From the U.S. (520) 232-2149. (#157-3) 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) 443-2368. www. headouttorockypoint.com. No waiting in border lines when you ride with us! (#158-3) SOLAR ARIZONA SOLAR & TURBINE – is proud to announce that in addition to affordable Solar we are now including name brand laptop computers. All our products are shipped directly from the manufacturer at affordable prices. In fact, all solar orders originating from Latino Countries receive an automatic 25% discount off web prices. We have 3 programs, A is a wattage per day calculation [lowest cost], B is wattage per hour calculations, and C is UL Approved systems. You may order directly from the web. All systems, both computer and solar come with full factory warranties. (#163-4) WANTED D E P E N D A B L E PROFESSIONAL CANADIAN MALE – seeks 2-3 BR Sandy Beach rental for 3 months from November 2016. I’m in RP January 2016. agentbriefs@ yahoo.com or 613-545-5172. (#192-4)

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Such good progress, I can’t wait for the new home port to be done. I hope it brings a lot of jobs, prosperity and dinero to the people of Puerto Peñasco. Michael Schilling The HOME PORT will give a big boost to Rocky Point! Puerto Peñasco You have been my Blessing and friend for many years (since 1973) and I want to say thank you! I am so grateful that God Blessed me with meeting you. I pray for God’s Blessings upon you…. in all ways possible. Thank you for being there for my family and I and to the many people I have been Blessed with meeting and being friends with and some…. doing business with. You are the Salt of the earth and that says so much to me. Salt brings out flavor, and it also gives enjoyment and love for what life has to bring. People who are the salt of the earth are honorable, trust worthy and give life as well as receive life in all that they do daily. Thank you, as I have needed you so many times and you have been there for me and I am sure you have been there for many who have been in need. Being who we are before God and being honorable is most important…For all of us, I say thank you…thank you so very much for who you have been and still will become. Blessings always upon you, Shalom Kathy Mazel Cant wait to get back in February. Love reading your Newspaper! You are real! Happy 2016

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Have you ever considered doing a faux Angie’s list for services in Rocky Point? Have people email recommendations of “contractors, handymen” like plumbers, painters, electricians, etc. for homeowners. I just found out that a man I hired ripped me off on an air conditioning repair. Word of mouth is a great advertising tool. As an example when your dad needed some serious dental work you told of Dr. Grijalva in the RP Times. I have been to him for root canals and crowns and couldn’t be happier. Sure need a good plumber and electrician...soon. Hope you will consider this as a regular feature of the paper. Also need to send a subscription renewal payment to you. What is the address and cost. Muchas Gracias. Sonja Guss Sonja, this is a very good idea...except that the reason you can pick up your RPTimes for FREE is that our advertisers pay for their exposure. We are always happy to refer through an email to rockypointtimes@ yahoo.com Our subscriptions are $35/year to be mailed to your doorstep. POBox 887 Lukeville, AZ 85341

How’s Rocky Point in October? Is ocean too cold to get in? Are pools heated at the sandy beach

resorts? Nancy Ryan Water’s warm, pools warm, air warm... everything is warm.

Hi Sandy, hope you’re hanging in there these days and still enjoying Rocky Point! Rather than wait til I get there to sing at the Caribbean Parrot, if you shoot me a mailing address I’d like to send you my brand new CD, coming out this week. You guys have been such an asset to Rocky Point and Sonora over the years and I thank you! Mark Mulligan Hola Mark, you know that we are always happy to support you!!! Thanks a bunch. I will be checking my POBox for your music. You ROCK. LOL SandyO Just for information only. My brother stopped at the one on Calle 13 and still got a ticket. He told the cop that he had seen him and came to a complete stop. The cop told him that he didn’t stop for 3 seconds so it wasn’t a complete stop. Ken now calls this “The 3 Second Rule” and says he’s going to put a sign on his jeep that says “This vehicle stops for 3 seconds at all stop signs” to see if that helps. And yes, it will be written in Spanish. Doug Walton Good idea. I will have one made for the Hummer.....”I STOP AT ALL STOP SIGNS AND RRX’S....1-2-3 SECONDS.

and are impressed with progress. The only downside is the road from the Highway 8 overpass to Caborca. It has been the absolutely worst (supposedly) paved road we have ever been on. You have mentioned that the Caborca highway has been improved. Is that improvement completed? Is it the highway that starts at Blvd Fremont from town, or is it the road that bypasses the town? Looking forward to our October visit to Puerto Peñasco with its beautiful beaches and terrific sea food and restaurants. Jim and Ellie Franson We went out from town on Fremont and the road was not miserable. I don’t know about the road from Hwy 8, connecting to the Coastal Hwy???? I’ll post on our FACEBOOK PAGE and see what my readers say. If I were you, I’d come straight into town and go out Fremont. SandyO Wow, been going to RP 20 plus years ,10 to 20 times a year... never been stopped or squeezed by the police , come to think of it never had a ticket in the States either...Hmmm Ron Shafer Just had dinner at The Friendly Dolphin tonight. Had both the raspberry shrimp and the orange shrimp. So Goodness! Pam Schindelar

Hello Sandy, Sherry and I would like to renew our subscription for another year. We just returned yesterday to our Pine home after a two week stay. We love coming down this time of year. Its like having the beach all to yourself, thanks, Mark Peterson Pine, AZ

HI Sandy, my wife and I will retire soon. We have been coming to RP for a while now. We’ve been looking at homes in Las Conchas. Can you tell me why there are so many homes for sale? We have looked at some really nice ones. I would really like your opinion on this. Thank You Andrew Rose Hola Andrew, I don’t live in Las Conchas, as I live waaaay out north of town at the equestrian village, Club Lomas Campestres. But I think with the magnificent homes in Las Conchas, if you find the one for you... you should snap it up now. I think there are various reasons for selling, but whatever the individual reasons, it’s a good time for you.

Yeayyy!! Looks awesome! I made the cover!! Megan Daniels!! You made the cover! Shayna Sargent

Just got home from Rocky Point. Going back soon! Valerie A Bush Lucky You!

Hi Sandi, We read the Rocky Point Times from cover to cover the day we get it in the mail. We spend two weeks a year at the Mayan Palace and spend quite a lot of time in the town. We have noticed all the road improvements that have occurred in the past couple of years

Best tacos I’ve ever had! We never miss visiting Viva Mexico when we come to Rocky Point. The owners and their family are so nice. Go there. You won’t be disappointed! Cynde Dotts Pitman OMG! My mouth is watering, just thinking about Viva Mexico in Old Port.

I remember way back when I was on the cover. That week in my distributor bowling league several of the guys brought copies in to the bowling alley and asked me to sign them :) Deborah Debi (RIP)

Thank you for all of these posts. If I didn’t want to read them they are easy to scan through, but I always want to read them. Patricia Luck Brereton Thank you, Patricia. A few readers don’t like so many posts, but they can just choose NOT to read them instead of missing something they would want to know about. I love this place, had breakfast last Sunday and it was delicious,also had a margarita with 2 pieces of fried bacon on top, different but good. Frances Carpenter Yes, Collins Cantina at Princesa Condo Resort is certainly the place to go. How about Roger Cline in June? Candi Olsen-Yatsinko June 9-12, 2016 Thanks Sandra...but we are still trying to build a fallowing of customers...we do not have a fancy restaurant with lots of room or a very large kitchen...but what we do have is a Mobil kitchen that is capable of cooking just about anything...our specialty is BBQ pork ribs that are slowly cooked...many Mexican regulars, tacos, quesadillas, and burritos. We have 2 tables under a tarp for some that wish eat so many thanks for the suggestion of visiting but I do not want you to be disappointed by expecting to see a full restaurant...if you would like to sample our ribs or any other foods...you can call 638 386 9734 for English or 638 114 3337 for Spanish speaking. Cocina MOVIL Thanks for writing. I go to ALL restaurants. Not just the “fancy” ones. I am looking forward to visiting your Cocina MOVIL. SandyO Do you know of any Mah Jong groups in Rocky Point? I wrote a message to your paper on Facebook and was told to email Alicia to ask Debby Penn. I am not here full-time but will be here every month. Thanks for your help. Cindy Ulrich Hi Cindy, Here is some info from Debby... Yes there is at least one group that I know of, they play at Latitude 31 on Monday and Fridays. They meet at 12, play a bit then usually have lunch and play some more. Anyone/Everyone is welcome.

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Our Contributing writers...

Sandy Spain

Marcia Diane

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.

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

Gretchen Ellinger

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.

Mike Bibb

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

Vince Deadmond

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

Bob Snyder

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.

Cap’n Greg

Born and raised in the suburbs of Chicago. High school class clown. Transplanted out west at the tender age of 20. Married in Las Vegas, where he raised 3 kids. Worked in sales his whole adult life. He has been coming to RP on vacation for about 20 years from Las Vegas. He has lived and worked year round at Puerta Privada on Sandy Beach for the past 5 years. Bob had a ton of fun being cast from the local pool to play a small roll in the Diego Luna directed movie, ‘Cesar Chavez’ staring Michael Peña. Loves fishing, golfing, horseshoes and pool, and of course, telling jokes.

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.

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.

Nancy Phelan

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 part-time 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!

Steve Franklin

in Old Town near Mercedes.

Steve Franklin is a Cholla Bay resident and has been photographing wildlife for 20 years. He is also an Arson Detective for the Phoenix Fire Department. He enjoys taking photos of all sea life above and below the water. He visits the Yellowstone and Grand Teton areas of Wyoming as well as the Sonoran desert areas of Arizona & Mexico each year. His photography is displayed at Xochitl’s Restaurant in Cholla Bay, and at Gaby & Luis Galeria

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