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Tom O’Hare Rocky Point celebrated Semana Santa (Easter week), with virtually every hotel and motel filled to capacity. License plates showed that people came from all over Mexico, the Baja and the U.S. to celebrate. One of my friends said that he had fifty people staying at this small three bedroom home. This is not unusual for families to gather together during this time. This year was a bit different, though, a bit BIGGER! Sandy and I have lived in Rocky Point for twenty years and we remember when Spring Break was at its most popular time, and the town was filled to capacity with students and friends. While I don’t know of an official or unofficial head count for this Semana Santa, I believe there were more people in town than I have ever seen before, in all these years. Along the side of the Rocky Point Times Offices, there were five tour buses parked, and many more throughout Sandy Beach and the town. It was a great boost to our economy, and hopefully a window for the future.

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El Golfo Run #30 For those of you who have not heard of El Golfo de Santa Clara, it is a small town about 85 miles north of Rocky Point on the tip of the Sea of Cortez. Using the Coastal Highway #3, it is only a couple hours from Rocky Point. Twice a year, Sandy organizes a three day-two night offroad trip from Rocky Point to El Golfo. One trip in May the other in October. Everyone is welcome to participate. All you need is a vehicle that can handle the sandy beach, railroad tracks, sand dunes and salt flats. You must be the type of person who is not in a hurry, not overly organized, you must have a ton of patience, and if you enjoy an occasional cocktail, cerveza, mudslide, martini, bloody mary, etc...that’s all right. If your choice is a coke, iced tea or juice, that’s ok too. We just celebrated our 30th run (May 20,21, 22), with a ‘Survivors’ party at La

Casa del Capitan Restaurant. Almost all of the 34 daredevils were there for the after-party. A few like Placido, Vinittza, Diana, Al, Emily, Roy & Pattie either had to go back home to work or were partied out, but everyone agreed we all had a fun couple of days. Ed’s note; a lot of people thank Sandy and me for organizing these runs, and we appreciate that, but Robert Lee, and Dave & Debby should be thanked for going out ahead of time and scouting out ways to travel off-road, avoiding any new developments and being the trail bosses of the entire run. Every run is unique in its own way, and this 30th trip was no different. Spencer and Judy donated a muffler to the railroad tracks, Casey and Beverly got their jeep high centered (at which time, Bev bailed), Sandy and I were towed 45 miles into El Golfo behind Paul and Carols big-big Dodge Ram 4x4 (which also high-centered) on a little tiny,15’ tow rope (at which time, Sandy wanted to bail). A big Thank You! to Pat for bringing the new coil. Other than these minor mechanical and pilot errors, everyone made it safely to El Golfo. Al and Judy loaded up their jeep with sand dollars. Many people say that Dave and

Candy make the best “Mary’s”. After several runs up and down El Mochorro, most of us spend a few hours at the El Capitan Cantina being entertained by Frank and son, Justin, and “The crew” Jon, Ben, Douver, B-52, John, Amanda Hugenkiss, Rob (I don’t smoke) Mark, and big guy seashell Jake. (Some of us were hoarse the next day from laughing. Ya had to be there). The Survivors Party ended with Clint and Judy teaching the bartenders how to make shots of chocolate peanut butter cup and some PP’s…and everyone toasting to a fun trip. P.S. Pablo was kept somewhat in check, thank you Luz. Pats wife, Robin, daughter, Nikki and friend Alexa, stayed in Rocky Point and spent their time shopping and lounging by the pool, but joined us on the terrace for the party.

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WHIRLWIND

The Story of Tom and Marty By Sandy O’Hare

f you are of a certain age, you can probably remember the old-time pharmacy of your youth with the white haired, helpful, unrushed, friendly pharmacist, who you could actually talk to in person. A place where you could find anything and everything you needed in one store, where you could sit at the soda fountain counter and order a cherry coke, buy a Snickers, some chips, a Sliky or some Pick-up-Sticks, Tiddly Winks (remember those?), or a jump rope with real wooden handles. At Tom’s Pharmacy in Ajo, Arizona, you will find all of this. Ok, maybe not the cherry coke or the old fashioned soda fountain, but everything else and more. But lets back up and start at the beginning. It all began on a Monday, with an invitation for a few sorority sisters to meet a small group of male classmates for a beer at Gio’s. The girls arrived first and chose a large booth at Giovanis. Marty sat on the end. Martys friend, Rich, brought along a friend, Tom Branson, who was just out of the Air Force with three years of St. Louis College of Pharmacy under his belt. Tom sat next to Marty. They were introduced, and talked late into the night. On Tuesday Marty and Tom went on their first date. Wednesday, Marty had a previous engagement but Thursday was their second date, Friday their third. Whether you believe in love at first sight or not, that is exactly what happened. Saturday night brought a romantic dinner with background music by the grat jazz artist, Erroll Garner. Tom proposed. The next day, when Martys mother was told of their engagement, she was not surprised. She said that she had already seen “the love in Marty’s eyes”. The couple had planned to wait a year to wed, but both were working part time and both were attending college, which didn’t allow much time to see each other. Marty says, “It was quite the whirlwind courtship”. So, on Wednesday, June 6, 1956 (6-6-56), Tom and Marty Branson were married. In a small ceremony with friends and family present, inSt. Louis at the Chapel at Washington University where Marty was in her junior year, they said their vows. During the early years of their marriage, any spare time meant heading west to different parts of Arizona. At one point, during vacation time, “For future speculation”, he said, Tom had planned the trip to coincide with the testing for the Arizona Board of Pharmacists. He took the test, and when notified he had passed with flying colors, he quit his job at the City of St. Louis Hospital, went home to Marty and announced at the dinner table, “We’re moving to Arizona. I passed the Board”. “Tom had always held an enchantment with the west”, Marty said, and that were they were heading. Marty, the next day, resigned from her position as underwriter for a large insurance company in St. Louis. She worked until the clock struck 12 NOON, then joined her husband and, in 1965, they headed on the road to Phoenix. She said, “It was about 9pm when

Tom’s Pharmacy Open M-F 9am – 5pm (520) 387-7080. Most orders ready next day. we drove over that last hill and I saw all those lights spread out over the valley. I knew that was my city”. By the next day they had found the perfect 2 bedroom apartment with a pool right outside the door (of course). Tom found the job he wanted at the second pharmacy he chose to interview. It took two weeks for their furniture to arrive, and shortly thereafter Marty was letting her fingers do the walking through the Phoenix yellow pages under the heading Insurance Companies. Marty found what she was looking for, called a cab and headed for Central Avenue. That same day, at the last stop on her list, Marty was hired by Firemans Fund Insurance Company as their underwriter. While living in Phoenix they were able to leave town on a Friday to return home on Sunday after exploring yet another area of the state. These weekend trips continued even after the birth of their son, Tom Branson III at Saint Joseph Hospital. For 18 years they enjoyed living and working in the Phoenix area. Evidently by then they were ready for a change of scenery, because in 1983, when Marty’s company moved her position to Spokane, Washington, they decided to follow her job. With Toms education and talent as a pharmacist, he could pretty much slide into employment just about anywhere. So off to Spokane they went for three years before moving back to Arizona, to Tucson this time because they had never been there and wanted to check it out. In 1991 it was back to Phoenix and another “perfect” apartment with a pool and, for Tom, it was back to a job as independent pharmacist. No more chain pharmacies for him, he was much more comfortable being independent. In1995, while working part time for a friend, Tom, then age 65, decided , Marty said, “He wanted to own just one more store, just one more pharmacy. He would tell you that since he was 12 years old he practically grew up in his fathers store in St. Louis and that being a pharmacist was in his blood”. Tom looked around the Phoenix area but did not find exactly what he was looking for. Tom and Marty had traveled through Ajo many times on their trips south to Rocky Point. Now, Tom remembered a small pharmacy tucked away in the Ajo Plaza, next to what is now Copper Hills Realty, known as Shivelys Pharmacy since

the late 1980’s. Marty had enjoyed growing up in a small town. So, off to Ajo they drove…to make a deal. That was in 1995. They bought Shivelys Pharmacy, renamed it Tom’s PHamacy, held a 50% off sale on everything, and then completely re-stocked the store with new merchandise. In the meantime, they spent every weekend traveling back and forth to Phoenix packing and unpacking their entire household full of “stuff”, and moving it to Ajo. They moved their furniture into a rental, then three months later found and purchased the house they wanted to make their home. Marty had never worked at a pharmacy, for years she had been an underwriter for Firemans Fund Insurance, but she told Tom she would, as she said, “Help out as a clerk a the store for awhile”. By 1998, it was time to expand. The pharmacy was then moved across the Plaza to the front/corner building. This move involved another complete renovation, as the flooring, Marty said, “Was the same as installed in 1940 when the building was originally constructed”. Expanding, once again, in 2009, taking over yet another store (next door) and completely remodeling, made the pharmacy what it is today. In 2009, the same year in which Tom was presented his 50 year service plaque by the Arizona Pharmacy Alliance, the “new” store was complete with new security and all new systems in place. Tom’s is truly a full service pharmacy, with special orders gladly accepted, case discounts available, a new pharmacy program for people with no insurance or discount cards, all generics priced at only $9, blood pressure and blood glucose tests on site, products stocked by and with customer referral, all items visibly sticker priced for your convenience and prescriptions cheerfully filled. Tom’s Pharmacy is a complete full service, hands on, big city pharmacy located in the small town of Ajo. You would think that this is the end of the story, but wait. In their “spare time”, while taking care of the daily business at the pharmacy, the Bransons, in 1996, bought SI COMO NO, which is across from the bank on the main drag, and is loaded with Arizona souveniers, Indian silver and turquoise jewelry, curios, books, hats, collectibles, and clothing too. The couple then purchased “for speculation”, the restaurant,

100 Estrella Restaurant & Lounge Open Tu-Sa 10am – 11pm (520) 387-3110. “Best Burgers in Town”, full bar, Margaritas, 14 drafts and over 20 bottled beers!

Si Como No Open M-Sa 10am – 4pm (520) 387-7001. Unique items, Arizona souveniers, trendy fashions and silver jewelry.

Don Juans, next door to the bank in 1998. That property they leased out until 2007, when they began once again, another complete renovation which resulted in a re-opening as 100 Estrella Restaurant and Lounge. Bransons also own Indulgence, a liquor store at the corner of the main highway and 1st Street, where there is currently a 40% discount offered on all liquor in stock. Better hurry in getting to Ajo, no telling what they will be up to next. Here are just a few items you will find at Toms. Organic coffees, coffee bean grinders, tiddly winks, Pick-up Sticks, yo-yos, Slinkys, jump ropes, gluten free products, like cookies and horse radish, oils (almond, avocado, sesame, canola), organic apple juice, acai berry juicy, Arizona souvenirs, shot glasses, sunglasses, post cards made of copper, walking canes and tips, mesquite flour, pintos, split peas, brown rice, rolled oats, oat bran, flours and grains, powdered goat milk, aprons, bedpans, deodorants, candy bars, beef jerky, chips, sodas, lotions, shampoo, conditioner, diabetic socks, chewable Dramamine, pain relief remedies, handmade glycerine soaps, and fresh raw nuts, watches, belts, earrings, necklaces, bracelets, purses, aprons, Russell stover candy (sugar free too), cornbread, sopapilia milk, celestial herbal teas, boot and shoes laces, greeting cards, nail files, combs, tissue, diapers, ace bandages, mouthwash, glyceriny, Benefiber, AlkaSeltzer, Tums, cotton balls, rubbing alcohol, hairspray, toothpast, iodine, chapstick.

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I Love a Road Trip By Mary Vaughan (re-print correction from May issue)

e are on our way to Mexico. We’ll be gone for approximately 30 hours, so we’ve packed lightly. A small cooler holds cold cuts, milk for our coffee, mayo, mustard, tomato and lemon and lime for our cervezas. A change of clothes in a small bag and (of course) my laptop is all I need. I hum along softly to The Shins (good driving music). Hubby is lost in thought as he drives us swiftly along the highway. I watch the telephone poles which line the side of the road until my eyes are dizzy. I haven’t felt this happy in a long time. I love a journey. It’s fun to be going somewhere, but for me, the journey is half the fun. When I was young, this trip seemed to stretch before me as an interminable chore to be endured in order to reach my beach. “Beach, beach, beach!” I chanted, ignoring the beauty outside the car window. But for now, in this moment today, I’m just happy to be on my way. As the Chinese proverb says, “The journey is the reward.” We ease in. “How much gas is in the tank?” “Do we have enough cash?” “Got the passports?” We chat sparsely about the work week, then turn on NPR news. We lose radio somewhere between Gila Bend and Ajo. I turn on some tunes. My coffee is cold but I sip it anyway. My muscles relax and my bones settle into the passenger seat. I’ve traveled down this bumpy, old road hundreds of times, but to me, each time is new and exciting. Out my window I see jumping cholla, organ pipe cacti, stately mesquite, and fragrant creosote. The orange tips of the blooming ocotillo provide the only color on this dusty landscape. The desert has a frugal beauty at this time of year--golden brown foliage stretches for as far as the eye can see, then dead-ends at the austere craggy mountains. Yesterday was a perfect day. On the way to the condo, we stopped for a drink at Flavio’s at the wharf. Sitting seaside in the sun, sipping our margaritas, we can’t stop grinning at our good fortune. The street is quiet, yet Flavio’s deck is full. A guitar provides accompaniment to a loud group of locals as they sing a lively song. At another table sit a group of five American women in their sixties. They raise their glasses and toast, “Viva!” Three weathered American men talk fishing, lunching on bacon-wrapped shrimp and cold cervezas. Our waiter places in front of us a plate of cucumbers sprinkled in a spicy chile mix. It’s delicious! He brings me the bottle so I can write down the name and find it at home. I don’t know where the rest of our afternoon went. A long walk on the beach, Pacificos with lemon slices, chatting with

our nutty neighbor, Jeannette, lolling on the sand while the sun set vividly in the west, walking in the surprisingly warm tide. Four of the condos are occupied, but the beach is bare as far as my eyes can see. We were happy to see The Black Dog is open again. We stopped in to see if they had removed the slot machines—yay! Their food is delicious, but the recent addition of gambling lent a sordid, desperate air that was a real turn-off. We see a group of gringos at the bar. We head instead for Casa del Capitan on top of the mountain. We are seated by a window through which sparkle a million lights from the town below. The front door opens---the mariachis are here! Yippee! These are the best in town. I can’t believe our good luck. They play lively tunes for a good half hour, the sound filling the room so that I feel as though I am in the music. They are on fire, the music so contagious some people rise to dance by their tables. We patrons smile at each other knowingly, enjoying the secret that is Mexico, where magical moments await around any corner. Laying on beach towels at the edge of the tide just hours ago, we talked briefly about staying. “It’s not fair that we have to go home so soon!” I whine. “We need to get home,” Hubby says. I nod. “Let’s come back next Friday, okay?” He sees how hard this is for me. It’s hard for him, too. “Okay. Next Friday.” He leans over and gives me a hot kiss. We study the ocean, admiring the diamonds on the water, the eagle flying by carrying a fish, the long line of pelicans (29!). Do you have a place you can visit where all your problems melt away... and you feel free and new and serene? This morning walking on the beach, splashing my toes in the sea, bending now and then to collect a shell, looking out at the diamonds shining on the ocean, I was filled with a joy, pure and simple. Leaving Mexico today took every ounce of strength I had—the beach was perfect, and after all, there wasn’t any real reason to come home. Just those children of ours. I tried to rationalize staying another day. “Patrick is legally an adult and the kids insisted on staying home.” Yet here I am, on my way home. Being good parents is more important than another day at the beach (how I cringe at the words—I could’ve had ANOTHER DAY AT THE BEACH). Tonight we will pretend we are still on vacation and take the kids out to dinner. I’ve texted Eve to talk with the boys and decide what they are hungry for. Next time I’m making the kids come with us... so we can stay as long as we want. Next Friday.

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By Eddie Wharez®

Owner and Designer of Diseños Casa y Jardín

The Magic of Giving…

“If you have much, give of your wealth; If you have little, give of your heart” - Arab proverb

et’s say you are trying to decide what to buy for someone, and are experiencing trouble finding what you think the other person would love. Well, we will share some tips hoping you will find them useful. First of all, what is the occasion? A wedding? A birthday? A Quinceañera? An anniversary? Or just a simple thank-you? 1. People normally give you hints of what they enjoy or like or even what they long for, pay attention to what they say and next time you are about to buy something for them you’ll remember. 2. Think of the occasions or situations you have shared, perhaps a trip, something funny that occurred while you were together, so your gift will reflect that. 3. Sometimes you have seen the need for something, at their office, house or car and this would afford you the opportunity to fulfill that need. 4. You can always ask a third party too, someone reliable that knows her/him really well to give you a suggestion. 5. Make it yourself, as the opening saying goes, it’s going to be a real surprise to receive something handmade by you! 6. Frame your favorite photo of the person you are giving to. 7. Does your recipient keep saying, “I’ve got to get a ___ one of these days.”, “this ___ is ready to fall apart.” or “My ___ got lost / broke.”? There’s your gift!

8. Collectors are easy to buy for. 9. Who’s their favorite band,

author, artist, sports team or actor? What do they do when they’re not at work? 10. Always include a note card, your friends will appreciate knowing who is the author of such a nice gift. 11. Gifts actually convey a message, they talk to the recipient. Ask yourself: “What do I want to say to this person?” Then move on to “What can I give them that will communicate this?”. When you visit us at Diseños Casa y Jardín, take the time to browse the store really well, asking us what we would suggest for the occasion. We carry an extensive line of small objects, for both ladies & gentlemen, small accessories beautifully made, from distant lands, with intriguing designs, perfect for a themedecorated space, office or home. Even if you are not looking for a gift right now, make sure you come and see what we have and whenever you are in the search for the perfect gift remember we may have it!

Please come by our store on Rodeo Drive (Revolución St), also known as Old Cholla Rd. You will be pleasantly surprised, as we carry a great selection of products that will give your home a distinctive and beautiful look. Keep also in mind that we can design any custom size piece, or find you a creative alternative to your design issues! You may visit us at www.eddiewharez.com.

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By Richard Savino, President

AMPI Chapter 51, Puerto Peñasco

ur Puerto Peñasco Chapter of AMPI has been focusing on several major issues thus far in 2011. As reported in my prior articles, quality in; membership, transaction data and financial operations has been our stated mission this year. This focus is distributed throughout our operations by the various Directors and their functional responsibility. For example, significant improvements were made to the data resident in our MLS database. This is extremely important for the integrity of the data for use by agents and brokers, and by related industry professionals such as appraisers and mortgage brokers. In the end, you our clients, will be better served. We have made improvements in our financial condition and financial reporting, which benefits the Directors and all members. As new members join, we have focused on proper documentation and disclosure at the time of member approvals. These efforts, while not complete as yet, will make us a better professional organization as we grow and mature. A specific goal for this year is to reestablish the state of Sonora’s Diplomado licensing course here in Puerto Peñasco. The State has recognized our chapter as the official organization to deliver this certification process here, and we are organizing this effort with the objective to have the course available for agents and members in July of this year. Our VP of Education, Gretchen Ellinger, is working diligently on the course material and instructors, as well as the logistics for the classes. Our intent is to incorporate a certified renewal course for existing licensees as well.

Real estate activity comparisons for April 2011, show that in the residential category there were: Number of Active Listings Number of Pending Contracts Number of Sold Listings Absorption rate (months) Median List Price Median Sale Price Median Sale Price

3/2011 641

4/2011 647

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54.5

$225,000

$222,000

$249,000

$125,000

$135,925

$172,500

73.7%

71.5%

85%

While we have more listings in the residential category this year, the activity has been fairly consistent in March and April of 2011. The statistics month over month are within a narrow band signaling perhaps a relative base or floor of values and activity currently. Note that the gain in median sale price compared to March could be evidence of the value floor. We need one or two more months of stable, if not increasing, median sale prices to know for sure. Should you have any questions about this data please consult your AMPI Realtor, who can provide you with additional pertinent data customized for your use. I also encourage our readers to visit our AMPI Puerto Peñasco website, www. RockyPointAMPI.com, where there is meaningful information for your review, including a list of AMPI members and a section devoted to frequently asked questions. Be sure to enlist the services of an AMPI professional for all your real estate needs. Richard Savino President – AMPI Puerto Peñasco Rocky Point Resort Properties Rsavino1@gmail.com

Sonora State law requires Real Estate Agents to be licensed. AMPI (Association of Mexican Real Estate Professionals) is the sister organization to NAR (National Association of Realtors) in the USA. Actually AMPI Associates are also NAR Members and our members are committed to excellence. We encourage you to visit our association’s website at www.RockyPointAMPI.com and learn more about whom we are and what we have to offer you and call one of us TODAY!

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ome of the questions I get from Rocky Point Times readers take a lot of space to address. Others are not only short and sweet, but also tame enough that they can be printed in a family newspaper. Q: When I come to Rocky Point, do I have to drink Corona beer? A: No. There are many other brands available. But whatever you drink, it’s a good idea to stay hydrated to avoid heat stroke. You can do that best with water or Gatorade-type fluids. Those who try to hydrate with only beer will discover the next day that, if they wake up at all, they will have a splitting headache and may be sharing their bed with a person they do not normally share anything with. In that case, even Gatorade won’t help. Q: Why does it seem that many Mexican drivers turn on their left blinker when they are turning right? A: There are two possibilities for this phenomenon. The first is because it is the only blinker that works. The second is because it is not a blinker at all; it is a brake light with a loose connection. And again, it is the only one that works. If you are following such a vehicle, you should be happy the driver cares enough to notify you he is

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Puerta Privada...A Must See Property!!!

t all began in 1994 with the first hi-rise development in town, Plaza Las Glorias Hotel & Condos (now Peñasco del Sol & Condominiums Pinacate). After that, it was Princesa de Peñasco in 1998, Sonoran Spa in 2000, and Sonoran Sea in 2002. Miguel Guevara was the Project Director and Mary Snyder the Sales Director, for these 4 resorts. They were all completed, sold out, turned over to the homeowners, and are currently managed and rented as some of Peñasco’s favorites.

going to do something other than drive straight. Q: Why do so many Rocky Point guys play their car stereos so loud? A: Could you repeat that question? A passing car had its stereo blaring so loud I couldn’t hear a freakin’ thing. Q: Why do so many Rocky Point guys play their car stereos so loud? A: Beats the hell out of me. Maybe they are making up for some ... how should I say this ... physical deficiency. I mean, it can’t be that they like the music, because most of it sounds like a cement mixer full of cats playing tubas. When you find out, let me know. But you’ll have to speak up so I can hear you. Q: Is it possible to be in Rocky Point for more than two days without eating at the hot dog cart on Constitucion just off Juarez, across from the bus station? A: No. Q: Like the country song says, when I drink tequila my clothes fall off. What can a cute girl like me do about that? A: Let me know next time you’re in Rocky Point, and we’ll have a shot or two while we discuss it.

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With 7 additional rental properties popping up on Sandy Beach, the Guevara/Snyder development team decided the town was ready for a unique project that did not allow rentals. So in 2004, Guevara joint ventured with Carlos Saenz, who owned and operated Palmar RV Park for many years. In 2005, the RV park came down, with constuction and sales beginning for Puerta Privada. The project was sold out, completed and delivered by 2007. Combining past experience, reputation, and proven track record, Puerta Privada continues to be the leader in setting the standard for quality construction, design, and finishes. The project consists of two towers that run directly parallel to the water, providing 180 degree views of the ocean to the south, and golf course views to the north, from every single condo. They are quite spacious with the 2 bedroom units just under 2000 sq ft and the 3 bedroom units at 2750 sq ft. Marble floors, beveled cut glass, granite countertops, reverse osmosis water/ice, stainless appliances and dual pane windows are just some of the features that come standard in all of the units.

The common areas include 2 negative edge pools, one heated and the other Olympic lap length, 2 hot tubs, underground parking, pet park, basketball, and lighted tennis court. The 3 story amenity b u i l d i n g , fabulously detailed with carved cantera stone, features a state of the art fitness center (with resident personal trainer), a game room loaded with air hockey, pool table, shuffleboard, foos ball, darts, and touch screen video game computers. The top floor clubhouse is beautifully furnished with full kitchen and bar areas, plasma TV’s, BBQ’s poker tables and fireplace. This is where the true heart of Puerta Privada begins. It’s not just a project but a home away from home, with a family feel. Most of the owners have condos in other developments, or businesses in town. Why do they prefer Privada? Due to the non rental policy, (long term leases ARE allowed), there is such a community atmosphere, since everyone knows their neighbor, and they are all there for the same reason. Every month there are events, golf or tennis tournaments, art shows, holiday parties with bands, etc. Or the last minute, everyone- bring-somethingto-share, get togethers at the pool or clubhouse. Many of the owners have said that they have made some of the best friendships here, which will last a lifetime. Almost all of the current HOA board members, including the p r e s i d e n t and resort administrator, have served on other boards in Peñasco. This experience, coupled with the lack of rental, which causes wear and tear, allows Puerta Privada to maintain some the lowest HOA monthly fees on the beach. This unique project has it all…quality, reputation, privacy and, in today’s market, the opportunity to take advantage of some terrific, resale opportunities. Visit the “Privada Lifestyle” and experience it for yourself. You’ll be glad you did!! For pressure free information, the furnished model on Sandy Beach is open 7 days a week, 9AM-5PM or checkout the website at www.PuertaPrivada.com.

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he following is a letter we received from one of the Rocky Point Times contributing writes. Dear Tom My name is Anita Kaltenbaugh and I currently write monthly articles for the Rocky Point Times. Through correspondence with Sandy on monthly articles, I asked her if she knew anyone who might be interested in reviewing my new travel book, “Travel Secrets: Insider guide to planning, affording and taking more vacations”, she suggested you. I would be honored if you’d take the time to review my book in the Rocky Point Times. I have provided a copy of the book for you review. If you would rather have it in an eBook version I can email you an eBook document for whatever eBook device you use. The book is 132 pages priced at $9.99 for paperback and $3.99 for eBook versions. It is available on Amazon, Barnes & Noble and as an eBook on the Kindle, nook and IPAD. My motivation for the book was to inspire others to get up off the couch and start traveling more and experience our diverse world. How I thought I could achieve this, was by motivating folks to created a travel bucket list and then learn

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Whale

easy ways to save money on travel. Thank you in advance for your consideration, I appreciate your time and hope you enjoy the book. Sincerely, Anita Kaltenbaugh Author, Travel Secrets Most people who have been around me for even a short time, know that I like to read. I read anything and everything... from A to Z. When I received this letter and the book, my first thought was, “Just how interesting can this book be?” Well I read the book, cover to cover in a few hours. I had intended to read a bit and go on about my day, but the book caught my interest enough to just keep me reading. In my opinion, Anitas book is well worth the price, whichever way you purchase it, whether you are a traveler or not. The book will motivate you to some degree, to ‘think’ about traveling in a different way. There are also many great tips to use while traveling, and included is an extensive list of websites on ways to save money when booking a vacation. Thank you for your book, Anita. I learned a few things, and I must say that I really enjoyed reading it.

his photo was submitted by Michael Wills. It was taken by his wife, Kathy Wills, from a friends boat about 1/2 mile offshore from Sandy Beach. Their boat, along with a few others, had been following

the two whales romp around the Sea of Cortez for about an hour on the Saturday before Easter Sunday. “It was amazing,” Michael said. “We have seen plenty of dolphin down there (Rocky Point), but this was the first whale!”

“Why we love our life in Puerto Peñasco” (sent by Elaine Bogden)

Grandkids Fishing

Villas

Squid

Bird Island

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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 directly to the police station, located north of town. IF YOU ARE PULLED OVER ALWAYS GET • The name of the officer • The number on the back of the vehicle • Record the location you were pulled over and the exact time.

POLICE EMERGENCIES

DIAL...066

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

. . . . . . . . . . . . . . Report any attempt of bribes by calling Internal Affairs 388-6552

YOU MUST FILE AN OFFICIAL COMPL AINT!

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”.

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

for re-entry into the U.S., when travelling by vehicle from Puerto Peñasco, Mexico. You may also present a Card, Enhanced Driver’s License, NEXXUS or Sentri Card as well Children under the age of 16 need to present their birth certificate. This is true for any port of entry.

ABOUT PUERTO PEÑASCO Puerto Peñasco, also known as Rocky Point, is located in the State of Sonora, on the Sea of Cortez. We are approx. 66 miles from the U.S. border at Lukeville, AZ and Sonoyta, MX. We are located within the “Free Zone”, so no vehicle permit is needed to visit. You can find a variety of activities for the entire family in Peñasco, as well as a variety of lodging from luxury resorts to hotels to tent camping on the beach. Rocky Point is known for its gorgeous sunsets, warm weather and sandy beaches. We boast a variety of cuisine, shopping, spas, golf and entertainment. Currently there are approx. 48,000 fulltime residents according to the Census.

DRIVING TO PUERTO PEÑASCO

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. ENTERING MEXICO

The highway (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. 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.

ACCIDENTS If you are involved in a (non-death) accident in Mexico, you are considered at fault until proven otherwise. All parties are taken to the police station where you and your vehicle 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

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 take you all the way to the U.S./Mexico border at Lukeville, AZ/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

AeroCalafia Service to/from Rocky Point to Hermosillo Local: 388-7812 • Flights every Friday 3:10pm depart Hermosillo to Peñasco 4:45pm depart Peñasco to Hermosillo www.aerocalafia.com.mx Mexico Toll Free: 800-560-3949 U.S. Toll Free: 818-206-3255 Flight arrivals and departures are from the Puerto Peñasco Airport (north) Morgan Jet Charter flights from Phoenix 1-888-869-0866 www.westwindairservice.com AIRPORTS Aeropuerto Internacional del Mar de Cortez International Airport Info.: 383-6097 Carretera Peñasco-Caborca KM 24

Close to being finished out by the Mayan The airport will be able to accommodate large jets and commercial airliners.

CONSULATES

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.) 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 the bank 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.

Closest U.S. Airports Phoenix, Tucson & Nogales, AZ

BUS STATIONS (MEXICO)

CROSSING THE BORDER

DUTY FREE ITEMS

From the U.S. see Shuttle Services

CLOSED MIDNIGHT - 6:00 AM Arizona/Mexico Border at Lukeville/Sonoyta

You are allowed $75 USD tax free in new merchandise per person. Merchandise must be in same vehicle as person(s) declaring.

ABC - Auto Transportes de la Baja California • 383-1999, Constitucion, just N of the signal at Blvd. Benito Juarez Albatros - 388-0888, east side of Benito Juarez, north of the stadium Norte de Sonora - 383-3640, east side of Blvd. Benito Juarez, S of No. Releccion (Calle 26) and north of Pemex TAP - Transportes y Autobuses del Pacifico • 383-6761, west side of Blvd. Benito, N of the signal at Constitucion

CAR RENTALS Some major rental companies do permit their vehicles to be driven into Mexico. You will have better luck if you call their Arizona offices directly instead of going through their national office. You may be required to carry their Mexican insurance. Mexico law requires that you must carry a minimum of liability insurance. Arizona Enterprise, Advantage, Dollar Saban’s • (602) 273-7351 2934 E McDowell Rd., Phoenix Puerto Peñasco The Point Rent-A-Car: 388-5823

COASTAL HIGHWAY 003 Carretera Costera Sections still under construction Total: 500 km (approx. 300 miles) spanning from San Luis Rio Colorado, Sonora to Guaymas, Sonora The Coastal Hwy. has been completed from El Golfo de Santa Clara to Puerto Peñasco, and is still under construction from El Desemboque to San Carlos, with many stretches completed. Hwy. 003 will dramatically cut the driving time from Southern California, Yuma, AZ and Guaymas.

As soon as you drive past the chainlink fence, you are entering Mexico. Wait at the crosswalk for the vehicle ahead of you to pass all the way through the lane before proceeding ahead. VEHICLE INSPECTION There are two means of inspection: 1) Fiscal Traffic Light 2) Integral Inspection As you cross the Mexican Border there will be a narrow lane with a (traffic) light on your left at the end of the lane. As you proceed ahead, the light will flash either RED (alto - stop) or GREEN (pase - go). This is the Fiscal Traffic Light and means that you are proceeding into Mexico without anything to declare over your allowed limit by law. RED LIGHT...STOP (ALTO) If the light flashes red as you pass it, you must pull your vehicle over to the left, under the canopy, or wherever as directed by the officer if it is busy. The 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 may look through your belongings. You do not leave your vehicle unattended during inspection and you accompany the officer during his search. If you incur any problems be sure to get the name, badge number of the officer and the time. GREEN LIGHT...GO (PASE) 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 though you got the green light. INTEGRAL INSPECTION (Voluntary) This is the voluntary request for the exa mination of your articles, if you have items to declare which exceed your allo wed limits. Before you pass through the light you will pull off to your left and park in the assigned spaces against the

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MEXICAN CONSULATES Tucson: 553 S. Stone Ave., 85701 (520) 882-5595 • Mon.-Fri. 8 AM - 2 PM Phoenix: 1990 W. Camelback Rd., 85015 (602) 433-2294 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 and relay requests for aid or monetary support • Protest abuse or 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 with U.S. Government money

The Rocky Point Airport International Airport, north of town Phone: (011-52-638) 383-6097 Airport Admin.: Alonso Dominguez Ruiz Comandante: Alejandro Rangel Ocegueda www.therockypointairport.com Located on Hwy. 8 just north of town Car Parking $5/day Rental cars available This airport will remain open once the new airport is opened. Personal Aircraft To fly your own plane, you must have: pilots license & medical certificate, registration, air worthiness certificate, and Mexican airplane Insurance. General Airport Information Airport ID: MMPE August 5, 1994 declared port of entry. Coordinates: 31 21 08 LN, 113 32 08 LW Location: 3 miles north of town Runways: 11-29 5000 feet paved 03-21 3000 feet dirt Radio Frequency: 122.80 VOR-DME Frequency: 112.10 Landing Fee: $50 pesos single engine, $100 pesos twin engine, Federal Fee: $567 pesos Tie down and Overnight Available Fuel Available

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Your vehicle and personal belongings can be confiscated if you do not stop and declare merchandise over your limit allowed by Mexican Law.

The following is a list of items wich 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 withouta 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.

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. 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 if you have a vehicle you cannot afford to replace out of pocket. 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 almost complete from Desemboque to Puerto Lobos. 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.

PETS Only domestic animals (dogs & cats) are permitted into Mexico. You are allowed 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 Border Closed Midnight-6am

Have your Passport, Passport Card, Enhanced Drivers License (EDL), Sentri or Nexxus ready for the Officer. Children 16 and younger will need to present their birth certificate. Bureau of Customs and Border Protection PO Box C, Lukeville, AZ 85341 (520) 387-5671, Fax: (520) 387-5309 Passports U.S. Citizens re-entering the United States (via vehicle) from Mexico will be required to show their Passport, Passpor t C ard, Enhanced Driver’s License, NEXXUS or SENTRI Card. Everyone in the vehicle needs to provide one of the above forms of 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

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 items listed above, many agricultural items are permitted if they pass inspection to be sure they are free of pests, soil and sand.

PERMITTED ITEMS INTO THE U.S. 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: 50lbs. 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 re-entry into the United States. If you are in doubt whether an article or item of food should be declared, always declare it and the Customs Officer on duty will let you know if the item is permitted. 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.

SHUTTLE SERVICES Daily shuttle service is available from the Phoenix and Tucson areas to Rocky Point and cities in-between. Please contact the companies directly for their schedules and rates. If you need door to door service, clarify that they offer that service and if you need to be picked up at the airport be sure that the shuttle company has the proper permits to pick up passengers at the airport. Head Out to Rocky Point (602) 971-0166, Toll Free 866-443-2368 www.headouttorockypoint.com Mercedes Shuttle • (602) 956-5696 www.mercedesshuttle.com Nena’s Transportation • 388-7089 (602) 442-6802 Located on Benito Juarez, north of the baseball stadium by Coffee Point Transportes Superior • 383-3640 Calle Lázaro Cárdenas, 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 Rocky Point Rides • 520-207-0532 520-780-7408 www.rockypointrides.com

TRAVEL BEYOND THE FREE ZONE

You are entitled to an $800 exemption within a 30-day period. Articles totaling $800 or less may be entered into the U.S. without paying duty, subject to limitations on liquor, cigarettes and cigars.

Puerto Peñasco is located in the Free Zone, where you do not need vehicle permit to visit. If you plan to travel beyond the Free Zone you will need your FMT (personal tourist visa) and your vehicle permit if you plan on driving.

PROHIBITED ITEMS INTO THE U.S.

PERSONAL VISA (FMT) An FMT is a personal tourist visa, required by law if you plan to remain in Mexico longer than 72 hours, even within the Free Zone. You can get your FMT at the at the Immigration Office in Sonoyta, on your right, as you cross the border. They are open from 8am-12am. 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 on Benito Juarez 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. If you are going to get your vehicle permit, you can get your FMT at the same time, instead of making two stops - see below.

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.) P o u l t r y : r aw m e a t f r o m b o t h domesticated and game fowl is prohibited. (Exception: thoroughly cooked poultry is permitted.) Eggs: unless boiled or cooked.

AUTOMOBILE VISA If you plan to drive beyond the State of Sonora, you will need to obtain a permit for your vehicle. The cost for this permit is approx. $290 pesos. They no longer do this in Sonoyta or Peñasco. You must take Hwy. 2, out of Sonoyta, heading toward Caborca, approx. 15 miles down Hwy. 2 there is a checkpoint where you obtain your vehicle permit. This can also be done at the checkpoint outside of Guaymas or at the Guaymas Airport. 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.

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Don’t be Afraid… It’s All Fun at the Boo Bar!

By Zack’s Dad

own in Rocky Point’s Old Port, located on the ocean side of the street, is a fun restaurant and bar called THE BOO BAR. It is one of Rocky Point’s premier meeting places to catch up with old friends and a sure fire way to always meet new friends as well. The BOO BAR is owned by Jose Flores and Scott Kimbriel and offers great views, on one side of the bar, of all the action on the street in Old Port and on the other side is an awesome ocean view that offers amazing sunsets overlooking our Sea of Cortez.

I recently sat down with Jose to learn more about his background and the bar and what he loves best about the BOO BAR. Jose is originally from Tucson but moved to Rocky Point full time in 2004. He started bartending at the BOO BAR in May of 2007 and was always there to serve you with a great libation and a big smile. In 2009, Jose became owner and partner of the bar. The bar has a great vibe with happy patrons, smiling employees (especially DONKEY!) and an awesome sound system that pumps out a great mix of current music as well as songs of yesteryear. The restaurant is family friendly and offers great food (you gotta try the guacamole…awesome!) and has many superb cocktails and spirits especially their signature drink, the BLUE BOO VODKA LEMONADE. My wife Jessica had one of these and loved it! In addition, the BOO BAR has amazing seafood and both Mexican and American delicious food. The tiki themed

restaurant has bands on occasion and does cater to weddings, HOA parties and birthday parties. One of the great features of the bar is the wheel of fun. For just $2, you get a spin at the wheel. Being the sport that I am and knowing how your trip to the BOO BAR is not complete without a spin at the wheel, I felt compelled to partake and give the wheel of fun a test spin. Well, I didn’t exactly read all of the choices on the wheel before spinning. In retrospect, it is probably a good idea to read before you jump into things, but HEY IT’S MEXICO! So, I spun the wheel and I get …a POLE DANCE! I tried to weasel out of it, but Jose and the gang were insistent that you have to do what you spin. So, I had my 15 seconds of fame, no…I think it was my 15 seconds of shame. As usual, I laughed and made the best of it. So, when Donkey asked me if I wanted to spin again, I was like well, it’s gotta be better and it was… TWO FREE DRINKS! That was much a much better “win” and made my gig on the stage much more palatable. Jose always looks forward to seeing his regulars like Gino, Scotty, Randy, Johnny and Ron as well as all the other good friends, neighbors and especially the new customers that come into the bar. Throw in the awesome views, fun patrons, a Mexican Cheers sort of vibe and you have Old Port’s meeting place, THE BOO BAR! Make it a point to stop by on your next trip to Old Port and see the awesome job they did in the remodeling of the whole Malecon area… boy Rocky Point is really growing up! And of course, while you are in Old Port, be sure and stop into the BOO BAR and see why so many patrons have a beaming smile on their face! Until next month, SALUTE to all, and have a blessed and happy month! ADIOS AMIGOS!

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Paw Prints “Animal Adoption Center of Rocky Point Inc.” by Nancy Phelan

t was a very successful day at the stadium in April on Childrens Day here in Mexico. Over 25 dogs were adopted. Great fun was had by all !!!!! Next month we will have the results of the May spay/neuter clinic to b held on May 27th and 28th.

SANDY

We are hoping to take Sandy to Arizona this month to have his eyes removed from the Glaucoma. Sandy is a young and very playful dog. He gets along with the other dogs and seems to do just fine finding his way around the center even though he is blind.. I make choices for each dog based on their age and quality of life. Sandy does not need to be put down as a few have suggested. I am blind in one eye and if I do not have my contact in the good eye then I am almost totally blind, so I can relate to Sandy. The dogs with Cancer usually let me know when they are ready, or the pain is obvious, and then I will put them down. These are the choices that I make. When Jim Schwebel offered to pay for my trip to Arizona and to have Sandy seen by a specialist - the decision was made. On the way to Arizona I was about 20 miles outside of Puerto Peñasco when I saw a black Lab sitting under a tree. He was looking from left to right as if he was waiting for the person who had dropped him off to come back. I could not

pick him up as I had to cross the border, but made a mental note of an old building about a mile north of the tree. On Thursday (2 days later) I returned before dark to see if I could find him. There he was, still waiting. I pulled under the tree and he ran over to the car. As I opened the back door he jumped in with Sandy and they slept all the way home. It was a tight fit as the car was full of supplies along with Sandy who is 60 lbs. Radar is now at his new home at the center. He is a sweet, lovable dog. Radar was neutered last week and is starting to put on weight.

KITTENS

Kitten season is here and we have a few beautiful babies ready for adoption. Pictured are two of the three Siamese and their Tiger litter mate. Three little black and one black and white also joined the center this week. Consider adding a pair or kittens to your family. Having two gives them each a playmate when you are gone.

LAND FOR A SANCTUARY

We have tried unsuccessfully to purchase land both here in Mexico and in Arizona, with problems arising with all of them--- no title, flood zone, price change etc. We are ready to approach this again and need your help. We want to open a Sanctuary in the Phoenix area and eventually get the cats out of Mexico, along with a dozen or so dogs that cannot be adopted.

There are many horse properties available now at reasonable prices This economy is a perfect time to purchase a place for a Sanctuary for the animals and we have set up the account for this. Please contact Nancy if you are interested in helping with this project. We are a 501©3 Tax Exempt Arizona Corporation. Due to the slowing down of visitors to Mexico the adoption rate has fallen off tremendously and we need to continually get the dogs to a Sanctuary or they face a certain death. The existing city shelter keeps the dogs for three days and then they are euthanized, if not claimed by their owners.

NEEDS

The city is out of funds to purchase medicine to euthanize the animals. Las Conchas has donated about $500 for this, but they need money monthly. Call Dr. Marco or Mario at the city if you are interested in helping (011-52-638) 388-5152. The city also needs medications for the monthly clinics. Money for the center expenses, which are over $3,000usd per month, is always needed, as well as for the medical bills, medications and supplies. Dry dog, puppy, and cat food Kirkland brand from Costco Canned cat and kitten food *** Dry kitten food *** Cat liter - non-clumping **** Liter pan liners Cleaning supplies including paper towels, bleach, disinfectant, laundry detergent and Downy Flea and Tick spray and collars Albon and Panacur A big ‘Thank You’ to all that are helping the animals.

SUPPLIES

Please bring all supplies and donations to the center - just follow the map to the right. We do not

local dial 383-6325 from the U.S. dial (480) 463-6255 receive donations that are left in other locations. We are just behind and to the left (north) of the mission which was the old Villa Granada Hotel, a very popular 50’s dance spot years ago ! Please remember that I am only one person and it may take me a few minutes to get to the front gate. I may be on the computer, in the cat house or in the back with Sam and Rosie. Many times when I get to the gate, people are already driving off. Of course it is best if I know when you are coming but otherwise please give me time to respond !!!! The best time to visit the center to see the animals is Monday and Thursday afternoon, when Antonio is here helping. Remember Antonio and his horses. He is the “Horse Whisperer”. Are you interested in having a party or gala, and want horses for any special occasion, please call Antonio. He is in Las Conchas Friday, Saturday and Sunday with his young boys. Please make sure that it is Antonio who is providing the rides. His cell number is (044-638) 110-7586, from the USA dial (011-521-638) 1107586. AACORP is a 501(c)3 non profit corporation, and your donations are a tax deduction.

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Finding Paradise By Sandy Spain It’s all about People Perhaps people in paradise, or finding purpose in paradise, should be the title of this article. There are fabulous people, giving, caring, hardworking people in this paradise. I’m afraid that I don’t have enough time left on this earth to introduce you to all of them through my articles but this month, I can introduce a few of those folks I so admire. They are the many volunteers who are the heart and soul of the organization Two Fish, and who are working tirelessly to serve their neighbors most in need. They are not only feeding their bodies but also their souls.

Blvd. Kino Site

Noé and Margarita

and started serving within 2 weeks! The statistics representing their accomplishments are impressive and the volunteers are even more impressive.

Mike and Jolly deliver to other sites

Juan Aldama & Ave. 63rd site

Ocaña site

The Who, When, and Where There are the ladies, like Berta, Rosario, Ana and Jovana who come on a rotating schedule every morning Monday through Friday, to prepare the enormous amount of food at the kitchen site on Blvd. Kino. There are many volunteers like Terry, Sharon, Marilyn and Mike and Jolly who pick up food from the kitchen and take it to the two other sites and the three schools.

A Little History You have probably read in this newspaper the many articles about this organization born of the need observed by Pastor Stan of the Peñasco Christian Fellowship. When he asked if interested church members would attend a meeting to create a way to help the hungry in town, more than 50 people responded. Two Fish was created

There are servers like Ortencia, Lucy and Lenore and Salvador, Santiago and Monroe. There are the property owners like Gustavo and Julia, and Martín who have donated their properties for a site to feed the neighborhood. There is husband and wife team Noé and Margarita, lifelong Puerto Peñasco residents who manage the entire effort, and Noé shares the message of Christianity at the Kino site.

Ana in kitchen at Kino site

Salvador, Santiago and Monroe

David, who came to town by way of Mexicali, California, and Las Vegas, sets up the temporary shade structures, tables and chairs at Ocaña and is working to clean up the site and make a more permanent structure available for shade. Before serving, he also shares the message of Christianity. Gustavo who was raised in Puerto Peñasco and his mother Julia, originally from Nacosari, are expanding the activity at their site to reach out with Bible study and ESL classes helped by Karen and Mark. They are also planning an after school program and homework assistance for the kids.

Sharon, Gustavo, Marily and Julia

David and the kids at Ocaña

Need and Really Need As you know, there are always needs here in Puerto Peñasco. So consider making a tax deductible financial donation to Two Fish through Mission Heartbeat, P.O. Box 1032,Lukeville, AZ 85341 (please note “Two Fish” on the subject line of your check) or providing something they need. I recently noted these needs: chairs and tables of any type are welcome but the best are plastic patio chairs and 6 foot long folding tables; Igloo round water coolers, and large shade tarps. These ingenious folks have figured out that those round Igloo water coolers are great not only for drinking water but also for transporting their hot food. If you have any of these things to donate, you can take them to the main site on Blvd. Kino, just down the street from Numeros. But, what they need most is YOU. If you can give a couple hours a week to drive food to one of the sites or help serve, you will find they are among the best hours of your week. Just go by the Blvd. Kino site mid-day and ask for Noé.

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Take a hike! Sea cliffs in Rocky Point By Anita Kaltenbaugh

ranite, volcanic rock and limestone can be found in many places all over the world but in just 3.5 hours by car from Phoenix or Tucson, Arizona, unusual outcroppings looking out over the magnificent Sea of Cortez exist, ready for explorers. Like to hike? How about a hike with the crystal clear turquoise waters of the Sea of Cortez beside you on one side and a collection of uniquely formed rock sculptures jutting out on the other side. With every step you take your eyes spot something new; a pelican dive-bombing a fish, a group of birds swimming in a large group of 20 making splashes on the surface and all of a sudden they all go under in unison beneath the water, disappearing completely only to magically appear several feet down the shore bobbing on the surface of the waves once more. Sound interesting? It is. Take a trip down to Puerto Peñasco aka Rocky Point and follow the signs towards Sandy Beach, (look for the high rise condominiums) take the road past all the resorts which follows the beach towards Cholla Bay community and turn into the restaurant and RV park “The Reef”. You will see the RV park, the beach area and three great restaurants. A great

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cantina called “Wrecked at the Reef” is a cool spot to catch lunch after your hike and if it is dinner you are looking for Mare Blu is a wonderful Italian food dining spot. Park and head toward the sea. When you’re at the water’s edge head to your right towards the jagged mountains and look for a trail that runs along the sea and into the cliffs. Follow this and you will end up on the back side of the American expat community of Cholla Bay. Enjoy the scenery, have a picnic or just hike. Take a deep breath, the air pollution here is not to be worried about. You can feel the difference when you’re hiking. Cool, salty air without the city pollution fills your lungs. Dogs love it too! So, if your vacationing with your pooch, take them for a hike. When you are done snapping photos, turn around head back to “the Reef” parking lot and have a cool beverage at “Wrecked at the Reef” outside at their beach bar. Don’t forget to grab your camera, wear sturdy shoes and bring water. One last thing ,while on your hike beside the sea cliffs (only 3.5 hours from Phoenix), close your eyes for a minute (in a sturdy place on the path) no accidents here, and do a 180 degree turn. Look around you, take it in, you may wonder what country or planet you landed on. With all the unusual beauty of the sea cliffs, rock sculptures, jagged edges and volcanic rock you may be transported somewhere else. What it’s not is the Arizona desert, what it is, is a wonderful creation of nature at its best and not too far away from Phoenix or Tucson. Check it out, it’s worth the hike!

The Reality of Rocky Point This is in response to the recent (April 2011) US State Department Travel Advisory and the article regarding Puerto Peñasco (Rocky Point) Mexico.

1998 Jean Danzer, Scottsdale, AZ Joan Troxell, Phoenix, AZ Ralph Pew, Mesa, AZ Jimmy Kelley, Gilbert, AZ Michael C. Dugan, Tucson, AZ Ginger Beauchamp, Scottsdale, AZ Al Cooper, Gold Canyon, AZ Ed Bevilaqua, Las Vegas, NV

e the undersigned are all current presidents (unpaid), of homeowner associations in Rocky Point, that represent thousands of fellow resident ARIZONANS who own vacation propertiesin this resort beach destination. We are not Mexican government officials or local Mexican businessmen. Our sole purpose of this response is to set the record straight. Why would any of us that own property in Rocky Point continue to drive & vacation there if we felt it wasn’t safe?? Would it be fair to warn people not to come to Phoenix in light of the Chandler mall shooting? Of course not…that’s how relative it is. We listen to the news every day about crime in Phoenix and are not even fazed. Why are we not more concerned about people being held hostage in a mall, in an act of random violence, versus a Rocky Point police chief being wounded over a year ago, in the line of duty? The negative media reporting about Rocky Point, in our opinion, has been unfair for years. It has been motivated by various political issues and the fight for tourism dollars, using fear instead of facts, and “conveniently” being on the forefront prior to almost every major holiday. (watch out, Memorial weekend). Many people in and out of the media who criticize Rocky Point have never even been there. Are we saying Rocky Point is crime free? No, but most of the issues have been drug related and are not targeting American tourists. When will we work together with our neighbors south of the border and take responsibility for our own country’s desire for drugs? We, along with thousands of fellow Arizonans, and our families, will continue to drive to and enjoy this beachfront community, which has transformed from a college spring break getaway of 20 years ago, to our second home resort destination. Respectfully by HOA presidents: Brent Carr, Phoenix, AZ George Palmer, Tucson, AZ David Dameron, Tucson, AZ Ramon Candeleria, Phoenix, AZ Jim DesRochers, Tempe, AZ Vern Schroeder, Tucson, AZ Bruce Turner, Yuma, AZ

Rocky Point is Arizona’s beach. We invite you to SI’ FOR YOURSELF!! “Rocky Point in my opinion is a little piece of heaven! It is laid back, fun and a great getaway spot.” Rachel Russo, Scottsdale, AZ “We travel to beautiful Puerto Peñasco 20 times a year and NEVER have encountered a security problem.” Mike & Betsy McCabe, Tucson (near the Safeway) “Rocky Point has some of the best shrimp, flounder, and Mexican food that you can find” Gregg Hayes, Paradise Valley, AZ “From the wonderful people to the many activities, Rocky Point really has it all!” Jane Johnson, Tucson, AZ “We used to camp on Sandy Beach when there was nothing. Now there are RV parks, hotels or luxury high rise resorts. Wow, has Rocky Point changed!” Lori Schmumacher, Tucson, AZ “I’m a widow, over 70 years old and I drive to Rocky Point by myself.” Millie Bilancetti, Surprise, AZ “We will not allow negative press to scare us from enjoying everything this beach has to offer.” Dave & Heidi Maghran, Tucson, AZ “We have been traveling to Rocky Point for 25 yrs with our kids & grandkids. We feel safe and will definitely continue to go.” Ray & Sandra Halma, Sun City, AZ “Playing golf beside the ocean in Rocky Point….it doesn’t get any better” Pat Kimble, Tucson, AZ “Our daughter is getting married on the beach in Rocky Point in June” Peggy Potter, Sedona, AZ

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The Adventures of Lonesome Lui F (from the RPTimes Archives)

Lucifer. The hotel management and I had an unpleasant scene the last time he plunged into their pool. Just past the pool there are stairs leading down to the beach. From there I’ve watched the Triathlon, Hobie Cat races, and best of all, Holy Friday with its music, and throngs of celebrants. From here on – this piece is about a matronly woman I wronged. Madam, I’m sorry. If I had to describe her I’d say she looked like someone’s dear Aunt Mary. Weight Watchers

wears a Tri-Tonic collar with three little bottons: two black and one red. I can communicate with him for over one mile. Anyway, on this particular morning he came dripping out of the water and stopped, even before shaking. There was a neat stack of flotsam and jetsam just laying on the beach. WRONG!!! This pile belonged to a lady which I mentioned earlier. From the pile, Flea Bag judiciously chose a blue sandal decorated with a red plastic rose on the thong. He was

had probably given up on her, or she had reached that age to say the heck with dieting. She was the kind of person you see in a restaurant eating alone, faking interest in a paperback while she tried to hide the sexy cover. Looking north, toward Playa Bonita Resort, there were very few people on the beach. The wind had backed to the south and was raising some white caps. Lucifer dashed into the sea for a swim. A lone sandpiper was looking for his breakfast. Two condos over at the Tennis Club had wood fires going. The faint perfume of smoke plus the heady sea smells reminded me of too many places. If you think I’m careless about that dog of mine, you’re wrong. He

so pleased with his find he wanted me to see it. It was while he was in route that the lady made herself known. Evidently she’d been out swimming. At first I thought she was in some sort of trouble. For an old gal she could really move. “That’s mine,” she shrieked. That mound was not just flotsam. She yelled something else that I couldn’t make out. Lucifer got to me way ahead of the sandal owner. That dog has style. He spun into a heeling position, plunked his fuzzy bottom down and delivered his prize. “Here, madam,” I said offering her the sandal. At first she was too out of breath to speak. When finally she could,

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lea Bag and I were up early for a change. The digital clock on the dresser beamed 10:00. From my bedroom window I could see four shrimp boats swinging on their anchors, as just west of my window is a great holding ground. Thank God the shrimping season was open, since I have a habit of relating many things to food or drink, I decided on garlic shrimp for lunch. That dog of mine Lucifer (Flea Bag), is one happy puppy. I believe he thinks the Sea of Cortez was put there solely for his pleasure. You can imagine what a banquet of delicious smelling things wash up onto the beach every morning. When you get to the end of this piece you might remember the sandal he found. Breakfast to me is always the same; four eggs fried in olive oil with eight or ten crushed kernels of garlic (garlic is good for the heart). This particular morning I also had sausage. Rocky Point rates five stars for its sausage – I like hot and spicy. Lucifer won’t even touch sausage from Los Estados Unidos de America. No one should ruin a perfectly beautiful day the way I did this one. My condo complex is right next to the Plaza Las Glorias Hotel. A guy popped out of the hotel’s first unit, dangling a hunk of meat that had probably been a steak. “For your dog,” he announced. “Is it all right if I give it to him?” “NO!,” I said. Not “No, thank you”, or “How thoughtful of you”, but “NO”. He was crushed. Without a word he turned and went back inside, steak and all. That “NO” just came out. People have been making a bum of Lucifer. There are some who would say that is the kindest thing they could say about him. The truth is, I just don’t want everybody feeding him. Bad enough that he knows the back door of every restaurant in Peñasco. Luckily the Palapa bar was open at the hotel. After several libations for me, and peanuts for Lucifer, we continued on our morning constitutional. I sloshed through the soft sand past the hotels volleyball area, and elegant, ceramic pool. “Don’t even think of it,” I said to

her opening line was, “That thing of yours should be leashed. You have no business letting it run loose.” “Madam, I’m sorry” I said holding out the sandal. I added, “See its not damaged.” I brushed off a little sand. “It’s as good as new and may I add that you have very good taste in footwear.” She looked at it as if I had just proffered feces. When she wouldn’t take it I said, “Well, I admit it does have dog spit on it. Let me wash it off for you.” She stood there glaring at me, before launching into a tirade about dogs and irresponsible owners. When I first came Rocky Point a delightful man from the telephone company with the most unlikely name of Moses said to me, “NOW I’M MAD.” This line was delivered with such passion I’ll never forget it, or Moses (that’s another story). It was Moses I was thinking of when I inquired, “Madam, have you no sense of humor?” If I had left it at that I wouldn’t feel so bad, but once I got going I said some unkind things. Usually on my walks when I get as far as the hotel at Playa Bonita I have another breakfast, but not that day. To use President Clinton’s word, I was in a funk. I can’t help always applying WHAT IF? to the people and events that touch my life. WHAT IF this lady I had verbally castigated just lost her husband. Maybe they’d been down to Rocky Point years ago on their honeymoon? WHAT IF she had been caring for a sick mother, and this was her first vacation in years? WHAT IF her doctor gave her only six months to live, and she’d always dreamed of returning to Rocky Point? The next day I was not feeling much better. Lucifer and I took our usual walk. There was the same lone sandpiper. The sea was flat and blue with only a whisper of surf. I was hoping maybe she would be there so I could apologize. From the high tide line Lucifer picked up something. As usual he brought it to me (well, after all he’s a retriever). I took it from him and held it for a long time. It was a blue sandal with a red plastic rose on the thong.

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The Friesian is a breed of horse which originated in the Netherlands and was actually endangered on several occasions. Fortunately in 1913 a dedicated group saved the breed with the last three studbook stallions left in the world! This is a noble and gentle breed of horse that was used for war during the crusades; you can see them in

almost every middle ages movie. It is the beautiful black horse with long mane and tail, feathered legs and a strong body. Not as heavy as a draft horse, their build is often described as baroque. English Royalty also enjoyed this breed and used it mostly for pulling carriages. Today they are appreciated as good dressage horses, driving, show and dance horses. Circuses and film makers appreciate this breed, as they are extremely flashy with jet black coat, toned musculature and thick manes, tails and feathers on all 4 legs. There are strict rules for registering a Friesian horse in the Netherlands. The extreme quality control and stringent rules for qualified stallions makes this a very e x p e n s i v e breed of horse. Nevertheless, their popularity and population keeps increasing, not only because of their remarkable beauty but also for their noble temperament, willing disposition and intelligence, which makes their training easier as they have a high ability to retain knowledge. Marco the Friesian from Mexicali was the star of the show and posed for excellent pictures before and during the show. He showed his dance moves, excellent training and disposition to the cheering public that just adored the gorgeous stallion! Attendees of the horse

show also enjoyed the eight beautiful girls on their quarterhorses, performing the drills known as “Escaramuza” which is a female equestrian sport in which the team of female riders, wearing traditional Mexican costumes, perform thrilling drills on horseback with a sidesaddle. They race the horses, abruptly halt them and then weave them together in some kind of equestrian ballet mixed with reining. The performance is done at a full gallop, and the participants display heart stopping crosses, quick turns and amazing synchronization. Some of these riders were indeed very young girls and it was amazing to see them ride with such precision at their age. Congratulations to the Escaramuza de Mexicali on their great performance and Thank You for helping make this show a success! Other attractions included

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he 2011 Horse show was another great event hosted by Miguel Guevara at “Hacienda La Cordobesa.” What a great place for this fundraiser which channeled funds towards the promotion of beautiful Puerto Peñasco in the state of Arizona! This exceptional horse facility, just south of town, is ideal for large parties and horse show. For this special occasion the “Escaramuza de Mexicali” brought 9 horses, including a spectacular Friesian named Marco.

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Mexican dancers, singers and even Pastor Tad singing country songs while on horseback! Special Thanks to Miguel Guevara and all the attendees for helping our town by supporting this show. Keep an eye out on the Rocky Point Times Calendar of Events for the date of next years show!

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The Will of the Gods

e know them as the Aztec Nation; they called themselves the Mexica. By the 15th century CE, the armies of the Aztecs were a mighty invincible fighting force; they had conquered the central valley of Mexico. The city of Tenochtitlan, the location of present day Mexico City, was their capital city-state. Their influence was felt far and wide in Mesoamerica, Mexico. There were many conquered cities that were being forced to pay heavy tribute to the Mexica. The entire life and culture of the Mexicas was driven by their fear of the most powerful god, Huitzilopochtli. Huitzilopochtli, the national god of Tenochtitlan, was the god of the sun, and at the same time, the god of war. In order to ensure the rising of the sun each morning, the Mexicas believed, Huitzilopochtli demanded human sacrifice; soaking the earth with blood. The only way to supply the great number of human sacrifices needed was through the holy wars. Their conquests were not accidental. They had perfected a war-machine; a tight, well organized, well disciplined and obedient army. There was no room for individualism. It is doubtful the concept even existed among the common people. The greater community of the tribe was foremost in importance. The economy of the Mexica did not use a monetary system like Europeans, but a system based upon barter and trade. Warriors were rewarded with status, land, slaves, elaborate dress wear, gold ornaments and jade. A great part of the tribute from the conquered cities went to the warriors, as well, freeing them to concentrate on their warrior skills instead of a daily-routine existence. The men of Tenochtitlan had transitioned from the peasant-farmerwarrior to the semi-professional soldier. From birth all boys were raised to be warriors for Huitzilopochtli; reflected in this abridged excerpt of a prayer recited by the midwife at the birth of every male child. “Loved and tender son, this is the will of the gods. You are a warrior, you are promised to the field of battle. You are dedicated to war. You must give Huitzilopochtli your enemies’ blood, you must feed the earth with corpses. Serve, and rejoice that you

may be worthy to die the death of flowers.” Boys were not allowed to have anything to do with girls at all and were separated from their sisters at an early age. At about the age of 6, all boys from the common citizenry were sent to school, not to learn reading and writing, but to become indoctrinated into the service of Huitzilopochtli and trained in the art of war, to become warrior-priests In school they learned religion, history, ceremonies and the customs of their clan and community. They learned to fight with clubs embedded with sharp obsidian, lances, spears and swords. They perfected the use of cotton armor and shields. So important was discipline and obedience to the Mexica society, that if a youth refused to, or was not capable of becoming a warrior, he could be put to death or be forced into slavery. By the time the young men reached the age of 15 they were sent into the battlefield along with the warriors. They served as messengers, laborers, and bearers for the soldiers. This exposed them to the reality of war and hardened them into fierce warriors. They remained in school until they captured their first victim. At that time they were rewarded with farm land and a wife. A great warrior could become socially mobile through his military service. The sons of the high priests, nobility, and bureaucrats, along with a few of the exceptional youths from the common classes, were sent to a different kind of school, more like a university. These boys were to be the new leaders of the tribe; future speakers, judges, and priests. Besides the art of war, they were encouraged to practice the finer arts. They were taught the ancient culture, pictographic writing, astrology, astronomy, theology, mathematics and metaphysics. These young aristocrats learned etiquette, songs, poetry, rituals, and ceremonies for their station. Their schooling was particularly strong in discipline and ethics. They were even more strenuously and ferociously trained in warfare. These young men were expected to have more courage, strength, and ability than the ordinary soldier. Mexica universities produced disciplined, tough, and sophisticated young barbarians.

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2 FISH MINISTRY As we approach our second year of feeding the needy in our community, we continue to hope and pray that our economy will improve and that jobs will once again be available making people able to provide for themselves. We are encouraged to see construction of some big projects in our community which are providing some jobs and we are all doing our part in encouraging people to travel to Rocky Point so that our tourism economy can rebound. Until that time, we continue to adjust our program and make changes in an effort to reach the neediest in the community. We continue to feed in the schools, however, we are unable to serve as many schools this year due to a decrease in volunteers. We have streamlined our feeding to 2 sites, one in the middle of town at the intersection of Blvd Kino and FCO y Madera (just southwest of Numerous) and our newest site in Colonia San Rafael at 63rd and Juan Aldama. We have been very grateful for those who have supplied blankets this winter and appreciate so much being able to help the needy in this way.

We have now served over 200,000 meals and we are amazed at God’s provision. We continue to seek people who have time to volunteer an hour or so to help serve or to take food to a school. We feel Mon - Fri so we need volunteers 5 days per week. We also welcome your donations of food, limited amounts of clothing, blankets and, of course, monetary donations. These donations can be dropped off at the main feeding site. Your tax deductible monetary donations can be mailed to Mission Heartbeat, P.O. Box 1032, Lukeville, AZ 85341. Please note on your donations that they are for 2 FISH. Again....thanks for your help

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

“…but Jesus answered; you give them something to eat” Mark 6:37

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Cholla Bay Sportsmens Club

By Chef Mickey

Chicken in Chinese Plum Sauce

(This recipe calls for breast meat, but I really love the dark meat)

ell hello there all you Rocky Point Times faithful readers, this is your friend and chef Mickey here. I am in Mexico City on a business trip, and from here I am heading to Guadalajara to wrap up my trip before heading home to my beautiful Rocky Point. OK, here’s your monthly recipe.

1/4 cup butter 6 chicken breast halves skinned 1 (16 oz) can chinese plum sauce (or homemade plum sauce) Salt and pepper to taste Homemade plum sauce....

14 oz can plums - drained and pitted 1/3 cup of orange marmalade 1/3 teaspoon tabasco sauce 1 tbl spoon soy sauce 1 tbl spoon vinegar 1/4 tsp ground ginge 1 small and minced garlic clove

Preparation and tips... Combine all ingredients in blender or food processor and whirl until pureed, cover and refrigerate untill ready to use. You should have about 1 1/2 cups of sauce. Dot bottom of a 13 x 9 inch baking dish with butter. Place chicken breasts, bone side down, in baking dish and spoon plum sauce over top. Bake at 375 degrees for about half an hour or until the chicken is tender, but make sure you are basting frequently (that’s the key to fresh and juicy chicken). Garnish this wonderful plum chicken with a nice sticky white rice and some asparagus with soy sauce yummmmmmmmmmmmmm. There you have it. I really hope you will enjoy this recipe like i did. Don’t forget to stop by and see us on Sandy beach at Chef Mickeys Place. Thank you and god bless. Call (011-521-638) 108-2065 or (011-521-638) 386-4736.

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OPEN HOUSE On Saturday April, 30th, there was an Open House at the launching area in Cholla Bay to show off the improvements to the buildings there, mainly the Ship’s Store and the Radio Room. The Open House was held from 3PM until 5PM, and great refreshments were, of course, served. If you haven’t purchased your “this year’s” derby shirt, ‘NOW’ will be a good time to do that. And we also have other gifts and things for sale, hats, shell books, Valentine’s book that tells some good history of Cholla, jewelry, etc., etc. Come and see!

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4th Annual Horseshoe Tournament

Fund Raiser

teams braved the wind to play in our tournament this year! There were an estimated 100-150 spectators cheering them on. Once the games began the wind died down, making it a BEAUTIFUL day. Tammy Hicks & Michelle Robnett braved the wind to get everyone signed up & handed out the “goodie” bags. Players kept score on the new scoreboards made by Mike Dugan. Awesome job Mike! Everyone filled up on the beer, poured by Don Tuffing (our hero!), hot dogs, cooked and served by master chefs Ken Goodin, Don Schmidli & Sal Otanez and popcorn by our Poppin’ Queen Nancy Schmidli. Pat Goodin & Rhea Dugan took everyone’s money for the raffle while MJ Gooch & Jeannie Rosengarten took care of Tshirt & tank top sales. Blaine Fletcher & Vini West served as Officials again this year while the bracket boards were

run by Suzy Graft, with the help of Frank Sedlak, Neil Mellon & Art Perez. Suzy did an amazing job with so many teams (it’s sooo stressful) & she made it seem easy. The tournament just flowed along! Raffle prizes were just amazing! It took 6 HOURS to give them all away. Many thanks to all of the sponsors and members who donated prizes. I’m sure we will miss some names but THANKS go out to the following sponsors: A&F Auto Sales, Slime, Clark Security Prod., Chuck Box, Monestary, Hicks Safes & Locks, Master Locks, Booger Picker Productions, Xochitl’s Café & IDN West. THANKS to the following people also: Carnes, Dugans, Hicks, Wrights, Fletchers, Tuffings, McIntyres (beautiful handmade quilt), Belks, McFarlin, G. Pastore, Mellon & Gooch. If we left you out we are sorry, we were so overwhelmed by the response we received we had to bring out more tables.

FIRST PLACE: SANDBAR RAY & CHUCK from PENASCO

SECOND PLACE: GILLIGANS FINGER SMELLS LIKE GINGER PAUL OBERT OF TUCSON TOM P. PHOENIX

THIRD PLACE: BEARDED ZOMBIES WYATT DEAN & JOHN OLIVER OF BUCKEYE

FOURTH PLACE: SEMPER FI TOM HANEY & PHIL BABB OF PEORIA

This year’s winning teams are:

Sportsmen Club Donates to Red Cross Thanks again to everyone! CBSC is proud of its member’s hard work at this event and we know that Rocky Point’s Red Cross is very grateful for the donation they received. Stay tuned for the date of next year’s tournament! Billie & Mike Carnes, Bill & Tammy Hicks.

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Concert on the Sea of Cortez in Junefeaturing Roger Clyne and the Peacemakers

By Anita Kaltenbaugh

k all you Arizona fans of Roger Clyne and the Peacemakers, mark your calendars for the second weekend in June. The Peacemaker concert is back in Rocky Point on the beach. Just releasing a new album on April 16th, “Unida Cantina” is the first studio album in three years. Remember, Willy Wonka and the Chocolate Factory? (I’m talking the original version with Gene Wilder) anyway, just like ole Willy Wonka, the Peacemakers have released 13 golden tickets inside random CD’s… giving discount tickets to the Roger Clyne and the Peacemakers’ show of their choice. Check out the album and get a ticket to the upcoming show at the beach in June. Notably, June is one of the best weather conditions for tanning and enjoying long walks on Sandy Beach. Now, you can mix the gorgeous sunshine and sand with thousands

of Roger Clyne fans enjoying Puerto Peñasco, Mexico like they have for so many years in the past. The concert is on Saturday night and you can buy tickets on line or at the show. www.azpeacemakers. com Grab your friends, caravan down to Rocky Point and in 3.5 hours you can enjoy the summer season at the beach. What you will find? Friendly merchants, warm sand, turquoise skies and smiling faces with plenty of affordable ocean front and ocean view condominiums for rent as well as a plethora of hotels rooms. Another plus, rent a condo on Sandy Beach and you can walk down the beach to the concert. Plan your June weekend and enjoy some fabulous music at the beautiful Sea of Cortez. Rocky Point, Roger Clyne and his fans are waiting for you! Perhaps a golden ticket is in your future!

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By Sandy O’Hare

aren and Chuck Aldridge, good people, good friends who first visited Puerto Peñasco (akaRocky Point), simply because of an article about Mexico in a Sunset Magazine. For as long as Karen could remember, a subscription to Sunset had been a tradition in her family home. Her mother always kept the latest issue sitting on the coffee table in the living room of their house in Berkley, California. When Karen was about 12 years old, her family moved south to Anaheim, making it a not-too-long drive down to Baja Mexico for day shopping trips, which they did as often as they could. That was her introduction to Mexico. Many years in the future, Karen and Chuck together continued the “Mexico Tradition”, and drove from Anaheim to Cabo San Lucas at the southernmost tip of the Baja, in 1989. That memorable trip was just one year before their 1990 move to Arizona, where Karen pursued her schooling, in 1994, to become a nurse. In all those interim years, Karen had kept up the other family tradition of continually subscribing to Sunset Magazine, as her mother had all those years before. One month, in 1995, the magazine which arrived in the mail showcased Mexico. Specifically, Rocky Point. The article which Karen noticed right away, was all about the magical mysteries of the tidepools along the shore of the Sea of Cortez in front of the Playa Bonita Hotel on Sandy Beach. To this very day Karen remembers exactly how impressed she was with the article and the wonderful photos. Instantly she wanted to experience for herself the magic. She showed the magazine story to Chuck and it wasn’t long before a trip “south” was planned.

2011 Rocky Point Calendar

The couple fell totally in love with Rocky Point. It was the friendliness of the people, the beauty of the town with its wonderful sights and magnificent colors that made Rocky Point really special to both of them. Taking hundreds of photos, during their mini vacations from Cottonwood, Karen was inspired to have everyone see and enjoy her pictures of the awe-inspiring sunsets on the Sea of Cortez. Her photos of the beautiful beach scenes, bright sunrises, colorful shops and kind

people needed to somehow be shared. It wasn’t long before Karen came up with a plan. She could compile her stash of photographic memories, and create a calendar! The Rocky Point Calendar was born in 2009. Just like a baby, the new calendar took months and months of heartfelt tireless work from both Karen and Chuck. The calendar is the result of a complete, entire love of all Mexico, especially Rocky Point. Anyone fortunate enough to have met these two people can feel their total commitment to our town. Talking to them for a few minutes can transport you instantly to their enthusiasm.

Karen and Chuck on the Jet Ski

Right now Karen and Chuck are squeezing into their lives as much of the sand and sea pleasure as they possibly can on their as-many-as possible visits to this beach town. Their trips south must be well planned around Karens work as a dedicated hospice nurse. But being “Almost There” means that just this week, the couple has listed their Cottonwood home for sale in order to fulfill their dream of living fulltime in Rocky Point by end of this year, 2011. The two beach lounges under the palapa belong to Karen and Chuck Aldridge, proud creators of the Rocky Point Calendar and two of this towns most ardent supporters.

Last but not least, our photographer and historian who has made almost all the trips with us, we missed you Carolina, we are sorry you had clients in town, and couldn’t join us. See you all on the October run! If you like and enjoy baseball, and would like to support out citys team, Tiburones de Puerto Peñasco, you are welcome to attend the games at the baseball stadium. Games start at7:30pm except for Sundays at 6:30pm. The next games will be June 7, 8, 9 against the Ensenada team, then on 17, 18, 19 against Tijuana. June 24, 25, 26 against Empalme andJune 28, 29 and 30th against Ensenada. Tickets are very reasonable and sell at about $3dlls and up. Everyone is welcome and during the game they sell souvenirs, food, snacks,

water, soda and, of course, cerveza... Starting 01 June 2011 and the first Wednesday of every month, we will have the virtual consulate open for the use of the American Community that reside in Peñasco or are visiting our City. Our office is located at City Hall on the first floor facing Fremont Blvd. The hours for the virtual consulate will be from 10:00 AM to 12:00 noon. This months cover shot, ‘Aliziah Going Fishing’, was shot on Sandy Beach in front of Playa Bonita Hotel by Karen Aldridge, creator of Rocky Point Calendar. Sandy selected the photo, posted the cover on Facebook on May 18th at 4:15, and by 5:30 she had received a note from Aliziahs brother who is serving in the US Army, stationed in Ft Bragg, North Carolina!! He said, “OMG, that’s my little sister”!! Since then, the picture has practically gone viral, an d little Aliziah has become a “Star”, as she represents the welcoming arms of Rocky Point and its beaches to all ages of visitors.

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By Gretchen Corpe Ellinger

Ristorante Mare Blu Celebrates First Anniversary

t hardly seems that a year has passed since a friend told me about a new restaurant that had opened at the old Reef restaurant location on Sandy Beach. I gave it a try, and was pleasantly surprised, so went back for a second meal to be sure that the first great meal was not just a fluke. The second meal was even better, and since my friends enjoy good food, I sent an enthusiastic e-mail to them suggesting they try the new restaurant. Mare Blu was destined to be a hit. Excellent, perfectly prepared food, paired with impeccable service from friendly, well-trained staff, in a gorgeous seaside setting, makes for a great dining experience. Add a sophisticated wine list, full bar, beachside seating indoors or out, and you The Mare Blu Crew just canâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t miss; Mare Blu never disappoints - every meal is always delicious! I have enjoyed many dinners there, and whether I choose pasta, seafood, or my favorite filet of beef gorgonzola (divine!), I know my meal, from cocktails and hors dâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;ouvre to dessert, will be extraordinary. On May 6th diners were greeted by balloons, On The Menu - Huge Jumbo Blue Shri treated to birthday cake, mp and the mood was festive. Extra large jumbo blue shrimp, at a very attractive price, were on hand for the occasion, prepared to order by Chef Luca, and they were wonderful! Mare Blu 1st Anniversary Congratulations to Luca Appendino and Julio Valenzuela, as they celebrated the first anniversary of Ristorante Mare Blue. We love their Italian and continental The Birthday Cake cuisine, and wish them nzuela & Rosie Glover Vale Julio continuing success in the future!

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

$$ BANKING & MONEY $$ Typical Bank Hours Mon.-Fri. open 8:30 or 9 AM, close 4 or 5 PM Saturday 9 or 10 AM - 2 PM Banks do not offer Safety Deposit Boxes BANKS IN PUERTO PEÑASCO BANAMEX Sucursal Pinacate Blvd. Benito Juárez & Campeche 383-3943 or 383-4830 Blvd. Benito Juárez & Blvd. López Portillo 388-5842 or 388-5844 BANCOMER 383-2947 or 383-2430 Blvd. Benito Juárez & V. Estrella and in Plaza Fremont BANORTE 383-5955 • Blvd. Benito Juárez 388-6901 • Blvd. Fremont & Sinaloa SANTANDER SERFIN 383-2091 or 383-4288 Blvd. Benito Juárez & Calle 13 Hwy. 85, north of town ATM MACHINES ATM’s are located at the banks and have 24 hr. access. They give pesos only. When the machine prompts Pesos? Dollars? you must select pesos or your transaction will be aborted. There are U.S. ATM machines in Ajo, Why and Lukeville, AZ. CHECKS & CREDIT CARDS Most merchants do not accept U.S. checks and they are not cashable at banks or money exchanges. Some merchants do accept credit cards, but check first and ask if there is an additional charge. MONEY EXCHANGE All merchants accept USD. If you would like to exchange your dollars into pesos you can do so at one of the banks or at the money exchanges. Depending on the exchange rate, sometimes you are better off paying in USD or pesos, you will have to do the math. Aug 2009: Peso is approx. 13.3:1 TRAVELERS CHECKS Travelers Checks are accepted by some merchants, but are not cashable at any bank in Puerto Peñasco. U.S. BANKS Closest U.S. bank to Puerto Peñasco National Bank 101 La Mina Avenue, Ajo, AZ 85321 (520) 387-7616 Mon.-Thurs. 9-4, Fri. 9-5 They do not exchange pesos or Canadian $

WIRE SERVICE You can send money to a person in Rocky Point, from the U.S., by using MoneyGram or Western Union. MoneyGram transfers are picked up at Coppel Department Store on Ave.

Constitucion (across from Super Ley grocery store). It must say Puerto Peñasco, Sonora, Mexico and the receipent must have a driver’s license or a passport and the transaction number to retrieve the money. Western Union transfers may be picked up at the local post office during business hours, must show proof of ID. You cannot wire money to a bank for someone who does not have an account.

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

CHURCHES 7th Day Adventist Church Pastor Antonio Espinoza Altamirano #190 Worship Saturday 9:30am 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 and 11:30-1:30 Thursday: 7:30 - 9:00pm Church office hours Monday - Friday 9:30am to 2:00pm

Stadium road, on the left side just before Blvd. Josefa Ortiz de Dominguez

Lab on site, CT Scan, X-rays, Ultrasound 383-4422

Mormon Church 18th St & Cuauhtémoc Ave

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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

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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

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 ELECTRICAL...071 FIRE DEPARTMENT...068 MARINE RESCUE...462,627 or 767 VHF Channel 26 is monitored by CBSC POLICE...066 or 060

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 Blvd. Benito Juarez English speaking doctors Clínica Santa Isabel (Maternity) 383-3645 Puerto Peñasco

Family of God Christian Fellowship Non-Denominational Worship Services 044-638-107-7150 Plaza Melanie #211 on Blvd. Fremont English Services, Everyone Welcome Spanish Translation Offered Sunday Services: 9:00am and 10:30am

González Ameri-Clinic 388-7676 Cellular: 044-638-110-7898 Dr. Jesús González Gaytán Blvd. Fremont, Plaza Melanie, Ste. 106 24 Hr. Emergency Service Available Full Service Outpatient Medical Clinic English speaking doctor and staff Yearly insurance packages available Mon-Fri 8am-6pm & Sat-Sun 10am-2pm

Jehovah’s Witnesses Kingdom Hall 382-0049 or 383-3885

CRUZ ROJA (RED CROSS) EMERGENCY DIAL 065 Cruz Roja Mexicana 383-2266 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.

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: 9am and 11:15am Wednesday Services: 7:00pm

Iglesia Sagrado Corazon de Jesus (Sacred Heart Church) Paseo V. Estrella in Old Port.

Desert Senita Health Center 401 Malcate, Ajo, AZ 85321 Off main blvd. at curve, N of the bank (520) 387-5651

Clínica Santa María 383-2440 Puerto Peñasco

One-Stop Medical Clinic Blvd. Fremont in Plaza Fremont English Speaking doctors and staff

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

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GENERALINFORMATION 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 BOAT PERMITS Available in Rocky Point and San Diego, CA. Rocky Point: 1 mo.-1 yr., prices range from $313 to $2,011 pesos and depend upon the size of your craft. You’ll need certificate of title. San Diego: Boat licenses can be obtained from the Oficina de Pesca at (619) 233-4324. They will mail or fax you an application. Fill out the form and provide your certificate of documentation for vessel or registration, SASE and cashiers check or money order. Mail to: Oficina de Pesca, 2550 5th Ave., Suite 15, San Diego, CA 92103. They will process it immediately and return mail your boat license which is good for one year. Boat Permit Rates (approx.) in USD Small Boat (less than 20’) - $32.50 Medium Boat (23’ to 30’) - $65.10 Large Boat (30’ and larger) - $97.69 CHARTERS Many charter boats and pangas are available for hire. They are located all over town and at the docks and on your way into Old Port (right hand side). Reputable charters are always the best. Make sure there is enough safety gear on the boat for all persons and that they have a marine radio in the event of an emergency. 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 M-F, 8AM to 3PM, in Rocky Point or at the Mexican Consulate in Phoenix. Fishing Permit Rates (approx.) Pesos Daily - $106.00; Weekly - $220.00 Monthly - $315.00; Yearly - $410.00

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 • To legally work in Mexico you are required to have a work FM3. • If you are in Mexico for more than 72 hours, you need to have an FMT. This is the law and it is good for 6 months. • If you are living full-time in Mexico you are required to have an FM3. • Your FM3 does not allow you to bring more than $75 in new merchandise without importing. Applying for your FM3 you will need the following: 1. A letter (in Spanish) written to I.N.M. (Instituto Nacional de Migracion) requesting a change in your migratory status. You must specify your reason, address and it must be signed by you. 2. Complete copy of each page of your U.S. Passport, which must be current. 3. Your last three proofs of income, which must be “apostiled” and translated into Spanish (ie: bank statements, pension, social security, etc.). 4. A copy of a document proving your local address (this can be your bank trust, rental agreement, electric, water or phone bill). 5. A form called “SOLICITUD FDNI/02”, available at the Immigration office, filled out properly. 6. Three (3) forms “S.H.C.P.-5” (available at any office supply store in Rocky Point). This form is prepared to make your payment to the bank. 7. Four (4) photos of your facial front view and three (3) of your right profile. Passport size, black and white. IMMIGRATION OFFICE Open Mon.-Fri. 8:00 am-3:00 pm Located on the west side of Benito Juarez, just north of Ave. Constitucion. There are many companies and individuals that can assist you with your Immigration paperwork, please look in our Classified Section.

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

GREEN ANGELS CON’T 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 Mexico Services Unlimited Burrito Express Both companies offer 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

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AREA CODES FOR NEARBY CITIES

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

Call U.S. & Canada from Mexico dial 001+(area code)+7 digit number Call Collect from Mexico to U.S. dial 090 for a bilingual operator Call Overseas from Mexico dial 00+country code+city code+phone number Country codes and Mexico area codes are listed in the TelMex Phone book Call another City in Mexico dial 01+(city code)+number

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

You should consult a Notary Public (Notario Publico) in Mexico before signing any contract or legal document.

TELEPHONE COMPANY Telefonos de Mexico (TelMex) Juan de la Barrera and Calle 18 Office open 8 am • 383-2288 Phone & Internet services available

NOTARY PUBLICS (NOTARIOS)

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

PINACATE BIOSPHERE RESERVE Reserva de la Biosfera de El Pinacate y Gran Desierto de Altar The Pinacate Biosphere Reserve is home to some of the world’s largest volcanic craters and is one of the most pristine and diverse areas in the Sonoran Desert. It has a large variety of plant and wildlife species that inhabit this sometimes hostile area. In the winter, you may see snow on the Pinacates. And in the summer, temperatures soar well over 110°. U.S. astronauts trained for their lunar landing mission in this area as the terrain mimics that found on the moon. You can take a day trip and explore the Pinacate area and volcanic craters by vehicle, camp overnight (in designated) areas, walk or hike. You must register at the entrace to the Reserve (located in Nayarit, approx. 20 miles N of Rocky Point). This will allow Biosphere personnel to make sure you are safe at all times. • Speed Limit: 25 MPH • Terrain/Roads: Dirt, desert • Watch out for flora and fauna • Do not leave the road in your vehicle • Take enough drinking water with you • Respect all signs on roads and trails • Do not remove or damage plants, rocks, wood, animals or artifacts • Take all trash and waste with you • Do not enter the region from any unauthorized access road CAMPING & CAMPSITES Red Cone, El Tecolote, Backcountry areas INTERPRETATIVE TRAILS El Elegante Crater Trail 1.2 mile linear trail Walk 0.6 miles on the border of El Elegante crater. Terrain is mostly flat. Mayo Cone Trail 1.2 mile linear trail Located in El Tecolote camping area Walk 0.6 miles to the top of Mayo Cone. You will climb 344 ft. to the top. This hike is rated as a medium difficulty trail.

TELEPHONES Puerto Peñasco’s phone company for home and business hook-up is Telefonos de Mexico (TelMex). Cellular service is available through TelCel and Movistar. U.S. carrier AT&T works pretty good here as long as you have the International Plan. DIALING INSTRUCTIONS Call Mexico from U.S. & Canada to dial a land line 011+52+638+7-digit number to dial a Peñasco cellular 011+52+1+638+7-digit number

AT&T Operator dial 001-800-462-4240

TelMex (Land Line) Prefixes 383, 382, 388, 102, 108 Phone numbers are written in a variety of ways, here are a few you may see around town. 3-6325 = dial 383 + 6325 638-38-36325 = dial 383-6325 (638) 383-6325 = dial 383-6325 52+(638) 383-6325 = dial 383-6325 Mexico’s Country Code = 52 Puerto Peñasco’s City Code = 638 LONG DISTANCE DO NOT USE THE “CALL USA” BLUE PHONES THEY ARE VERY EXPENSIVE! To make a long distance call, your best bet is to find a cafe or internet cafe with a VOIP phone. Second best is to purchase a prepaid phone card (LADATEL) from pharmacies or businesses, and use one of the many pay phones along the streets - follow the instructions on the phone. You can also use one of the long distance (larga distancia) calling services located around town. U.S. CALLING CARDS If you use your calling card and dial an 800#, that is not toll free within Mexico, you will be charged twice for this call - 1 charge for calling the 800 #, and then a 2nd charge on your phone card. You may also use one of the long distance services to call the U.S. and Canada. CELLULAR PHONES to dial a cell phone from a land line dial 044 + 638 + 7-digit number to dial from local cell to local cell dial 638 + 7-digit number to dial out of city cell from local cell dial 045 + city code + 7-digit number Any number that does not start with a 383, 388, 382, 102 or 108 is most likely a cellular phone You cannot dial a U.S. 800# from your Mexican cellular phone. The only U.S. cell carrier, we have found to work in Rocky Point 96% of the time, is AT&T’s International Plan. All services work - SMS, MMS, Blackberry, etc.Follow the instructions (left) for dialing the U.S. or Canada, and to dial a land line. To dial a cell phone, you may have to dial 044 + 638 + 7-digit number, or you may just need to drop the 044. Sometimes, when calling a local cell, I had to dial as if I were dialing a cell from the U.S. Check plans and where you spend the most time. TelCel’s Blackberry plan is much cheaper than AT&T’s, plus they have a reasonable International Plan for when I travel to the U.S. You can also get an unlocked phone, buy a SIM card, and switch chips as you cross the border. Mexico cell carriers are supposed to start fingerprinting everyone who purchases a cell phone or SIM card.

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

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

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

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

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

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

Si I Do! - (011-52-638) 383-0700 www.siido.com LEGAL CEREMONY IN MEXICO To get married in a legal ceremony in Puer to Peñasco you need: Bir th certificates, translated into Spanish, notarized in Mexico; Divorce Decree; Blood test (in Rocky Point); Visas (FMT’s); 4 Witnesses (w/Visas). Your wedding planner will help you plan your reinactment ceremony as well.

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local dial 383-6325 from the U.S. dial (480) 463-6255

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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 Arizona 501(c)3 non-profit corp. Dedicated to helping stray animals by providing no-cost spay/neuter clinics, adoption, dog and cat food, medicine and medical care. The center is run solely on donations. NEEDS: Cat, dog, kitten and puppy food, old towels, bedding, animal toys, bleach, cleaning supplies, medicine and monetary donations. Please drop off food/supplies directly at the center.

AMPI Asociacion Mexicana de Profesionales Inmobiliarios Real Estate Professionals Association AMPI represents profesionalism in real estate and enforces ethical standards. It is a national association, one of 53 chapters in Mexico, and endorsed by Mexico’s Federal Government. They provide the MLS website, are operated by members and committed to education through bilingual programs. Associated with NAR and AAR in the U.S. Sonora State Law requires all Real Estate Agents to be licensed. IS YOUR AGENT LICENSED? SOCIAL MIXERS - All Welcome 2nd Wed. of every month BOARD MEMBERS MEETING 1st Thursday of every month GENERAL MEMBERS MEETING 2nd Thursday of every month 2011 OFFICERS: President: Richard Savino President Elect: Milton Felix Reyes Legal VP: Eleazar Jimenez Ethics VP: Kim Barber Education: Gretchen Ellinger MLS VP: John Walz PR VP: Kent White Events: Liane Armstrong Language & Culture: Isabel Saborith Membership: Veronica Ponce Secretary: Randi Alcott

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

AGRUPACION GEORGE PAPANICOLAO 383-4399: Madrid & 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

ALANON Melanie: 044-638-106-2070 muneca_pp@yahoo.com English Speaking Meeting every Tuesday 7pm at Placita Melanie, Suite 211 on Blvd. Fremont

ALCOHOLICS ANONYMOUS (044-638) 384-7398 English Speaking Meetings Monday & Wednesday 10AM-11AM & 6PM-7PM 48 Campeche & Manuel Arista (Next to Galindo’s Café) Saturdays 9:30 AM above the new Candy Cake in the Old Port Newcomers/Book Study Meeting AMERICAN LEGION POST MX 15 Meets 6pm, 1st Tuesday of every month at the 383 Francisco Leon de la Barra (Oct.-June) 2011 OFFICERS: Commander: Bob Nelson (044) 638-110-9741 Second Vice Commander: Open Adjutant: David Anderson (044-638) 110-1383 Treasurer: Robert Lee Rowe (044-638) 380-9052 Service Officer: Dennis Bleeker 383-5770 Chaplin Harry “Hap” Pope: (602) 539-7616 Executive Committee Members: John Thompson Gordon Bueler Mike Harris Alternative Executive Committee Member: Paul Waterman: (520) 387-7532 Chaplin Harry “Hap” Pope: (602) 539-7616 New members and associates are always welcome! Show your American Legion ID at the Black Dog and receive discounted prices. 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. BOOK & MOVIE EXCHANGE Rocky Point Times Office: 383-6325 Ave. Pino Suarez (off Calle 13) Mon.-Fri. 9am-5pm • www.rptimes.com Free Book, VHS and DVD exchange for all Rocky Point residents and visitors. Want a book to read? Have an extra one? We have a free book and movie exchange in our office. You do not need to bring a book or movie to take one, two or as many as you like. All we ask is that you return them once you are finished with them. Hardbacks, paperbacks, self-help, magazines, children’s, etc. We have everything! Also VHS and DVDs. Donate your extras. BUNCO BABES Sandy Spain 388- 0857 or (044-638)109-4109 Local ladies play Bunco at Giuseppis Espresso Cafe on Blvd Fremont, the last Wednesday of each month at 6:30PM. Contact Sandy at the numbers listed above if you are interested in joining the group.

C.E.D.O.

CET-MAR AQUARIUM

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 FREE PUBLIC TOURS Every Tuesday 2pm; Saturday 4pm 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. CEDO NATURARTE ADVENTURES FOR EVERYONE 1. Discover the tidepools: Explore the tidepools with CEDO experts. 2. Exploring the Morúa Estuary: Oyster farms, Fiddler Crabs, and the “Shrimp dance” are part of this walking tour of a pristine upper gulf wetland. 3. Kayaking Morúa Estuary; Explore beautiful Estero Morúa with expert guides, local ecology talk, kayak rental, seafood menu and many kind of birds, crabs and halophytes. 4. Pinacate Adventure: Explore the geologic wonders of the Pinacate Biosphere Reserve on a tour with CEDO experts. 5. Oyster Experience: Become an oyster farmer and chef in a matter of hours at Punta Roja. Take an inside look at a sustainable maritime economy. 6. San Jorge Island Tour and Snorkeling: Join CEDO experts to explore the waters around this island, Bird Island hosts a rich diversity of life including sea birds, reef fish, invertebrates and, of course, you can snorkel with gregarious California sea lions. 7. Bird Watching Tour: Join the CEDO guides as we ramble along the shores of the estuary, observing this unique sanctuary for some of the areas most stunning bird life. 8. Hiking the sand dune: A tour at the Gran Desierto de Altar. This sea of natural dunes is the world largest. An experience you won’t forget.

Center for Technological Sea Studies Phone: 382-0010 Mon-Sun 10am-5pm Cost: $4 adults, $2 children, $2 Food to feed GREAT FUN FOR KIDS AND ADULTS! Cet-Mar invites you to their aquarium which displays native species of the intertidal zone and the northern gulf coast. To get to Cet-Mar take Blvd. Fremont and exit toward Las Conchas. The Cet-Mar Aquarium is located just past the school on the right.

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

CANACO-SERV Y TUR Puerto Peñasco Chamber of Commerce Servicios y Turismos de Pto. Peñasco Phone: 383-2848 Fax: 383-4468 Located on Blvd. Fremont and Coahuila Monday - Friday 8am-3pm President: Marcos Carrillo Saustegui Manager: Maria Elena Garcia (Please note that our Chamber of Commerce is not like those that you find in U.S. cities and do not provide the same services and information.)

CASA HOGAR (ELDERLY HOME) Directora: Rubén Rodríguez Rico Phone: 383-2599 Cell: (044-638) 112-0846 Ave. Miguel Hidalgo (Calle 13) and Josefa Ortiz de Dominguez 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.

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 The Cholla Bay Sportsmens Club is responsible for maintaining, monitoring, and staffing the VHF Marine Channel 26 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. 2011 OFFICERS President: Mike Dugan Vice-President: Pat Goodin Secretary: Billie Crumbley Treasurer: Enedina Otañez Membership: Laura McIntyre 2011 BOARD MEMBERS Jerry Ketelhut Jr., Roy and Shirley Haenfler, Kathy Barnard, Tammy Hicks, Rhea Dugan, Bob Adams, Don Schmidli, Ken Goodin, Gayle Savelsberg, Diane Aliano, Sal Otañez

CHARITIES FOUNDATION Sally Dalton: 382-5283 (Xochitl’s Cafe) Donations 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.

CONNECTION CLUB, THE Sandy Spain: 388-0857 Brenda Barden: 044-386-9197 Meets every Thursday at 4:00 pm at La Cocina de Ramon Restaurant at the Sonoran Sea 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 parttime resident? Mexican, American, other nationality, young, mature? It doesn’t matter. Everyone is welcome.

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CLUBSANDORGANIZATIONS COORDINACIÓN DE SALUD MUNICIPAL Dedicated to Prevention and Disease Control Animal Control/Dog Pound/ Vaccinations Monday thru Friday 8AM to 3PM (011-52-638) 388-5152 Dra. Socorro – Coordinator Mario López – Canine Technician Jesús Bejarano – Subdirector Marina Soto Siqueiros – Social Worker We welcome donations of food, clothing, school supplies, pet food, medications and vaccines.

D.I.F. Desarrollo Integral de la Familia Sinaloa and Ruiz Cortines Directora: Mayor’s wife dif@puertopenasco.gob.mx difpuertopenasco@hotmail.com www.difpenasco.gob.mx www.puertopenasco.gob.mx 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., a children’s home 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 on Calle Marcelo Pino and Callejon Benito Juarez, just behind the Basic Unit Rehabilitation Center of D.I.F.

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

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 González: (044-638) 110-4934 Glenda López: (044-638) 383-2414 Mariana Pérez: (044-638) 102-0564 The group’s mission is to provide spiritual and monetary support to individuals in Rocky Point that are affected by cancer. E-mail: sanperegrinopenasco@gmail.com

GUARDIAN ANGELS Ramon Ramos 388-5362/044-638-112-0350 ramonramos99@prodigy.net.mx Started by Linda and Guy Scholey, the Guardian Angels puts on a Christmas party for Escuela La Montaña, the school for handicapped children. Every year donators select a special child to buy a gift for. With donations received, they were also able to provide hot meals for the children throughout the year. Since Guy and Linda have moved south, their head chef, Ramon Ramos, owner of La Cocina de Ramon has decided to continue the tradition.

EL GOLFO RUN

HABITAT FOR HUMANITY

Tom & Sandra O’Hare Rocky Point Times Newspaper 383-6325 or from U.S. (480) 463-6255 rockypointtimes@yahoo.com

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 3-Day Trips every May and October The El Golfo Run is a fun bi-annual 4x4 trip 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 Hwy. 8, 15 mi. N of RP Secretary: Jose Manuel Barrera Sanchez Treasurer: Florencia Lucila G. Miron PO Box 1024, Lukeville, AZ 85341 www.esperanzaparalosninos.com The home provides temporary housing for children whose families cannot care for them, due to a variety of factors. The home provides shelter, meals, schooling, clothes, etc. during their stay. Esperanza is always in of fresh meat, fruits, beans, rice, cooking oil, flour, vegetables, etc. (not canned items), cleaning supplies, gas for the bus and help with their electrical bill. This is a children’s home, NOT an orphanage though often referred to as such. The children have families and ARE NOT up for adoption.

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.

LARRY D. LARGE FOUNDATION Director: Don Yewchin Blvd. Fremont in Plaza Aliana, Suite 12

388-5426 or 044-638-112-0359 larrydlargefoundation@hotmail.com www.larrydlargefoundation.org The Larry D. Large Foundation always accepts donations such as: new or clean gently used clothing, sporting goods, blankets and shoes. We thank you in advance for your generosity.

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

LIONS CLUB Phone: 383-2488 Ave. Niños Heroes and Juan Aldama President: J. Saul Peralta Gomez Women’s Committee President Luz del Carmen de Peralta 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.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 cemetery The center helps men in need by providing clothing, housing, job training and food. They run solely on donations.

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

OLD BOYS SOCIAL CLUB President: Lew Felton A fun group that puts on a variety of events every year, such as the BASH. The group holds monthly meetings and donates to local charities and organizations.

PPAREA Puerto Peñasco Association of Real Estate Agents www.rockypointmultilist.com

PEÑASCO CHILDRENS FOUNDATION Founder: Steve Schwab Coordinator: Richard C. LaNasa Established 2003 520-232-2241 PO Box 70121, Tucson, AZ 85737 www.penascochildrensfoundation.org A non-profit organization in Puerto Peñasco dedicated to enriching the lives of the children and their families. The organization provides medical assistance, assists families, offers education and assists in the general enrichment of children’s lives. The group holds many events during the year including golf tournaments, a children’s walk, triathlon, concerts and a NewYear’s Eve Bash.

PINACATE BIOSPHERE RESERVE

RED HAT LADIES LUNCHEON

SOUTH OF THE BORDER SINGLES

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.

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

Also known as S.O.B.S. President: Bob Adams: 382-5034 BUSINESS MEETING: 5:30pm, 1st Wednesday of every month at the Black Dog on Blvd. Fremont HAPPY HOUR SOCIAL GATHERING Every Wednesday (except 1st one) at Puesta del Sol at Playa Bonita Resort. Single in Peñasco? Come and join the “SOBS”, a great group of singles who get together every week and also coordinate fun events such as trips, events throughout the year.

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

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

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

PROFESSIONAL BUSINESS WOMEN Professional Business Women’s Club Meet every Tues. 8pm • 383-2052 Constitucion and Serdán esq. # 1 www.bpwpuertopenasco.com Monday - Friday 9am-1pm 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 Business Phone: 383-2266 www.cruzrojapenasco.org.mx Located on Blvd. Fremont, across from the Fire Department (Bomberos) 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 bank account: Banamex Acct# 7661161 SUC. 472 SERVICES ARE FREE OF CHARGE The Red Cross offers its services free of charge to the general public. They handle a number of minor injuries such as stings, bites, cuts, sprains, broken bones, etc. They have ambulance service and offer their services 24 hours a day. They work with local doctors and clinics to provide emergency care for patients with more serious injuries. They operate solely on donations, so please donate when you can. They are always in need of medical supplies, crutches, wheelchairs, etc. You may drop off donations at the Red Cross or at the office of the Rocky Point Times. The Red Cross can fill Portable Oxygen Tanks with prior notice.

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 Group is not meeting at this time. No time slated for starting meetings at this time.

S.O.M.E. So Others May Eat Larry D. Large Foundation: 388-5426 Look for the Annual Turkey Trot every November to help support the families of Puerto Peñasco. Volunteers to pack and deliver food boxes are always needed!

ST. VINCENT DE PAUL Ginger Phillips • 972-742-3740 Mon-Sat 9am-4pm St. Vincent de Paul helps needy citizens by furnishing clothing, food baskets, medical assistance. They are run solely on donations. Turn W on Samuel Ocaña, go to the 1st 4-way stop, turn left and go 1 block, turn right and go 2 blocks, turn left. SVdP is the light green building at the end of the street on the right side.

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

2 FISH MINISTERIOS Founder: Pastor Stan Tedrow Peñasco Christian Fellowship Melchor Ocampo & Tecla Bustamante Donations accepted and welcomed at the Fellowship Mon - Fri 8am-2pm or can be dropped off to Maria at the Black Dog on Blvd Fremont All gifts are tax-deductible 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; Arizona Taco Place on Ave. Constitucion; Aquiles Serdan across from Hotel Paraiso del Desierto on Constitucion.

TOURISM BUREAU (OCV) Puerto Peñasco Convention & Visitor’s Bureau President: Hector Vazquez Lic. Ana Laura Saens: 383-7025 Rafael Gonzales V.: 388-0444 U.S. Toll Free: 877-843-3717 Mexico Toll Free: 01-800-552-2820 Monday - Friday: 9AM-2PM & 4-7PM Saturday: 9AM-3PM Blvd. Benito Juarez, Plaza del Sol No. 13 behind Circle K, next to Expo Tile www.cometorockypoint.com

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!

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 Youth Sports Foundation of Puerto Peñasco Fernando Lopez: imdpenasco@hotmail.com Office (011-52-638) 388-1180 Rick Busa: RBusa@ysf.com.mx

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Letters to the Editor “I have had a subscription for over 2 years and own a condo at the Sonoran spa. Why does my subscription always come late for the current month? I live in Scottsdale, Az. It usually shows up around the 4th or 5th each month instead of on the first or before. Just wondering, any help...” Joshua O’Hara

That’s right, our subscribers receive their copy of the Rocky Point Times through the USPS, during the first week of each month, whereas our businesses in Rocky Point receive their issues, delivered by hand, during the last week of the month prior. The subscriptions, which are sent through USPSBulkMailPermit#1, are all handlabeled, banded by zip code, counted, and transported to the USPostOffice at the border in Lukeville for mailing. They are then processed, and transported to Phoenix to be distributed all over the USA. Someone asked me on my page: We want to move to Rocky Point! What can an American do there for work? What do you think? Any help or ideas is appreciated. Since I have lived here all my life, I cannot really figure out a good answer. Manny Sanchez Media Design for Web & Broadcast www.RadicalGravity.com Americans usually don’t come to Mexico looking for a job, although there are quite a few working in Puerto Peñasco, right now! I think the first thing someone would have to do is decide WHAT they would like to do...if it’s volunteer work they are looking for, there certainly is plenty of that. One trip to our offices of the Rocky Point Times could give them a wheelbarrow-full of suggestions. But, if they are looking for a wage earning job... lets say real estate office aide, or restaurant work, bookkeeping, hairdressing...they would have to find the ‘right’ office, or place of business, for them AND THEN GO TO IMMIGRATION AND TAKE CARE OF ALL THE PAPERWORK FOR THEIR ‘Green Card’ to be able to work in Mexico. I do not believe that Americans can easily hold positions as medical technicians, doctors, nurses, dentists, etc... although we did have a Canadian chiropractor here for many years who had a huge following. So, I guess my answer is to find out the legalities first. There are agencies here in Rocky Point who handle paperwork and immigration questions and visits, and make the process much smoother. Twenty years ago Silvia Villa, who is the owner of Premium Services, helped Tom and I through the files and files of paperwork to allow us to own a Mexican periodical, and she walked us through the steps from our FM3, on to our FM2, and then our residency papers. You could call her, I am sure she would be more than happy to answer any questions. Her Mexico office phone is (01152-638) 383-5758 and her VOIP (602) 449-8291 or Email sivife@hotmail.com (that’s SIVIFE@ HOTMAIL.COM). Dear Sirs, My daughter and I visited Rocky Point last weekend for three days. We had a wonderful vacation and are talking about the things we

will do on our next visit. I am not a professional writer and do not try to be one. Still, I have writtena piece about our trip. I am not good with my computer and so to try to resend my paragraphs has become difficult. My whole effort disappeared and I can not find it so I am resorting to snail mail. I had made a copy of what I had written. It is enclosed with this note. We really did have a good time. We were very impressed with how friendly everyone was. Strangers on the street even answered our questions and were very helpful. Sincerely, Susan Nelson Green Valley, AZ Dear Susan, Nice of you to write us about your visit. Glad you had a great time with your daughter. We will print your article in this months issue, and mail a copy to your home. I think getting the RPT online as a readable magazine is absolutely the best idea! It is Rocky Point’s most widely distributed, recognized and popular English publication and this will be great for everyone. “Could you please bring some by the restaurant as we always have customers asking for it. Thank-you!” The Pink Cadillac “Hello there. RPT offers the greatest news, events and advertising. Thanks for sharing.” Susie Flinn

Hello. I’m flattered to be included in your May edition of The Rocky Point Times. However, I need to tell you I was disappointed to read it online today and see that you rearranged my paragraphs. It doesn’t make much sense now--the third paragraph which explained that we were on our way to Mexico and were checking to see if we had cash, passports, etc. and how we lost radio between Gila Bend and Ajo, is now at the end of the article. This does not make sense. You changed the entire sequence of events and disrupted the “flow” of the story. Anyway--I really do appreciate being published in your paper, but the article has MY name on it, and the way you changed the story is not as good as how I originally wrote it. In the future, I would suggest you consult with the writer and get approval for the changes you’ve made before publishing. Respectfully Yours, Mary Vaughan Hi Mary, I must apologize, I did not edit and change your story. I have never, in 18 years, changed a contributing writers work, as you suggest. Let me explain. I edited the two articles separately, they were then compiled by layout gal, who does not read or speak English. Then the online version went to the webmaster. AFTER that sequence, I proofed the final pages for the paper, and moved your paragraphs back to the intended positions, to make sense of the story. I will, right now go to the website and explain our error, for those who have read and will read our

local dial 383-6325 from the U.S. dial (480) 463-6255

Best, Anita Kaltenbaugh Yes, certainly. Would you still like pictures for the hiking article previously sent? if so what is the best format to send them> Picassa? Do you know anyone who might be interested in writing a review on my travel book, “Travel Secrets- Insider guide to planning affording and taking more vacations. If so I would love to send them out a copy to read. Thanks! Anita Kaltenbaugh-Smith Yes, pics for the hiking article in jpg, there are some things I cannot open LOL (remember that I never used a computer until I was almost too old, and my kids and husband forced me to learn). Alicia rockypointtimes@yahoo.com can answer all the questions like that. Felicidades! on your book! What an achievement for you. As far as a book review, my husband Tom is a voracious reader, and had reviewed many novels for our readers. I am saying yes, he would be good...but he’s on his way up from Mexico right now and I can’t answer for him. Oh yes I can, send him a copy PO Box 887 Lukeville, Az 85341. We’ll make it happen. SandyO Here is my year subscription. Thank you. H. Fillers League City, Texas We are planning a long weekend in Rocky Point over the memorial day weekend. Any travel related issues in Mexico from Lukeville to Rocky Point? There has been a lot of negative press. Jerry Hughes Yes, there has been a ton of ‘bad press’ but we have no warnings for Rocky Point. We drive back and forth from the border to RP at least twice a week. Don’t forget your passports for re-entry into USA. I think getting the RPT online as a readable magazine is absolutely the best idea! It is Rocky Point’s most widely distributed, recognized and popular English publication and this will be great for everyone.

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May issue online. Thanks for notifying me, as I would not have known it was NOT corrected for the online paper. Sincerely SandyO’Hare So here it is… When I quit my job at Aetna and moved to Mexico I needed a vacation. I thought I would slow down, take a few vacations and write my first book. That was 6 years ago. The “book” was started and never finished. The vacations (except for a trip to Italy) went on pause. Well, things have definitely changed, and my focus is back on writing and traveling. The fiction book I started in Mexico is still in the works but in the meantime, I finally published my first nonfiction book about travel. “Travel Secrets- Insider guide to planning, affording and taking more vacations” is available on Amazon and Barnes & Noble (under books type in Anita Kaltenbaugh) Happy traveling... (because we all need to get away sometime)...

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ANNOUNCEMENTS DELICIOUS “FAST” FOOD AT EL Pollo Papago. We have the best Rotisserie Chicken and a drive-thru for fast service! Get a whole juicy chicken, fresh homemade tortillas, salsa, marinated onions, cabbage, jalapeños and a baked potato. Eat in or call ahead for to-go orders. Call Martin at (044-638) 385-1301. Located on Blvd. Benito Juarez next to Burger King. (#1-38)

“Yea” for technology! We will definitely be promoting this ISSUU issue to all of our friends in the states! Naomi Black Thanks Naomi, for the compliment, and for your support. I am attaching an article that I hope you will print in your next Rocky Point Times Publication. The Cholla Bay Sportsmen Club holds an annual Horseshoe Tournament as a fundraiser for the Rocky Point Red Cross. This event is growing every year and has become one of the major functions in Cholla Bay. Thank you, Billie Carnes Billie, we will always promote your causes. Do not hesitate to send us your information. Hi, I saw your request for photos for the cover on facebook and thought I would offer up mine if you would like. I would want you to credit my name and website (www. zone6images.com) for their use. That’s it. Let me know if you would like to use one (or more) and I’ll email the files. BTW, I’m an owner at Bella Sirena. Wow! Was that fast to respond to my Facebook request. Love your Peñasco shots, like the couple on the beach at sunset, and the blue umbrella waiting for someone to sit under it. Our format is vertical for the cover shot, and trying to use a horizontal pic, distorts it. I HAD to use the May pic of ‘HAPPY MOTHERS DAY’ in the sand because it was so cool, but we had to lay it on its side. If you have anything of RP in a vertical, I will be happy to see that. Thank you so much. Really. SandyO’Hare Hi Sandy! We’ve been talking about subscribing to the RPTimes for a long time. We live in Gilbert, AZ for 5 years and own a condo in the Princesa. We come down frequently then, but we moved to Oceanside, CA a year ago and we aren’t able to visit as often. We look forward to seeing the Times every month! Thanks Mike and Jayne Bailey Oceanside, California Oceanside is beautiful, but a condo at the Princesa on Sandy Beach is hard to beat. Hope to see you soon in Rocky Point. SandyO

PLEASE REMEMBER THAT EVERY PESO counts. When you tip to the grocery bagger, parking lot attendant, waiter or waitress, etc. those few pesos go to help feed their families and buy necessities for day to day life. If you can’t afford to tip what you used to, then tip what you can…because it all adds up and a peso or two is better than none. (#1-tp) 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) 3831012. (#1-42) SAME DAY SERVICE & FREE EYE EXAMS! Optica Turati is located next to Botica Lux on Melchor Ocampo. Over 500 frames to choose from. Same day service. English and Spanish spoken (and a little Italian). Great service. Phone (011-52-638) 383-4645. (#1-ot) FREE BOOK EXCHANGE for everyone - visitors and residents - paperbacks, hard covers, magazines. “Take-em, Read-em, Bring-em Back”, is our policy at the Rocky Point Times Office, located off of Calle 13 (Miguel Hidalgo), turn south across from El Sombrero Restaurant. Mon-Fri 9am-5pm. (#1-b) XOCHITL’S CAFÉ (SALLY’S PLACE) IN Cholla Bay. You’ve got to try our chiles rellenos and spinach omelet. Pizza served - Greek, Thai and Pepperoni. Breakfast served 6AM until 2PM. Call your order ahead 382-5283. (#1-11) SUNDAY MORNING WORSHIP SERVICES with Family of God Christian Fellowship – all year long. Non-denominational services held in Plaza Melanie #211 on Blvd. Fremont at 9AM and 10:30AM. Everyone welcome. English spoken/Spanish translation offered. (#1-25) JEHOVAH’S WITNESSES KINGDOM HALL Monday Book Study 7:30 PM, 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. (#a-1a) GRUPO UNIDAD CRISTIANOS DE PEÑASCO Pastor Ernesto Portugal. Headphones available for English translation. Sunday service 10:30AM, Thursday Service 7:30PM, Children’s school same hours. Church office open Monday through Friday 9:30AM to 2PM. Located on Simon Morua. Call for info. (011-52-638) 383-2240. (#1-ch) PLEASE BRING DOG FOOD! THE DOGS & CATS need help. We are accepting donations of dog and cat food at our offices once again for the street animals. You can bring items to Nancy Phelan’s house on Calle 15, 2 blocks behind the electric co. on Benito Juarez. Pet food can be purchased in Rocky Point if you do not wish to cross the border with it. (#1-np) 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) HAS YOUR LIFE BEEN AFFECTED BY another person’s drinking? English speaking Alanon meeting every Tuesday at 7PM. Placita Melanie, suite 211 on Blvd. Fremont. For info contact Melanie (011-521-638) 106-2070, email: muneca_pp@yahoo.com. (#1-37)

THE LARRY D. LARGE FOUNDATION delivers approximately 80 newborn baby packages each month to the local hospital. These packages include diapers, wipes, clothing, bibs, lotion, baby oil, shampoo, powder, blankets, hats and a Spanish bible. This service is provided to assist the mothers in the first few weeks of their child’s birth. If you can donate any of these items, please bring them to the local Foundation office in Alaina Plaza, suite 12, on Blvd. Fremont (behind Bryan’s Sports Restaurant). Call from the U.S. (011-52-638) 388-5426, or local cell (044-638) 112-0359. You may also drop items off at our Tucson Office located at 2470 W. Majestic Parkway, suite 100, Tucson, AZ 85705. Phone (520) 5471970, email: The Larry D. Large Foundation Foundationrp@aol.com (#1-11a) ART GALLERIES GALERIA DEL MAR BERMEJO – The finest in Authentic Mexican Art. Largest selection of Mata Ortiz Pottery & Jewelry-Certified Huichol Yarn Paintings by Artist, Juan Silva-Certified Bronze Sculpture by Felipe Chavez HernandezCertified unique jewelry of sterling silver and semiprecious stones featuring sponge and coral. Virgin Saints and Angels-Daniel Espinosa-Charles Alpert-Mara La Madrid. Books, * Books, * Books (children’s bilingual, decorator, culinary and more). Located behind the church in Old Port. Open 7 days from 10AM to 5PM. MasterCard and Visa accepted. From the U.S. dial (011-52-638) 383-3488 (phone and fax), or email: GaleriadelMarBermejo@ yahoo.com. (#9-1) VILLA DEL ARTE OWNER, VICTOR ALEMAN is a world renowned spray paint artist here in Rocky Point. His Village of Artesanias is located on Hwy. 8, just north of Rocky Point (before you go over the last hill). He is building the village out of adobe and sells a huge variety of statues, pots, fountains, tables, benches and much more. Open 7 days a week 9AM - 5PM. Phone Victor locally at (044-638) 105-7839, or from the U.S. at (011-521-638) 105-7839. (#9-4) ATTORNEYS AT LAW CARLOS E. GOROZPE LAW OFFICE & Real Estate Appraisals Real Estate Law, Contract Law, Litigation, General Consultation, English spoken. Experience and Professionalism. Phone/Fax: (011-52-638) 383-1951, local cellular (044-638) 380-9033 or from the U.S. (011-521-638) 380-9033, email: cegorozpe@ prodigy.net.mx. (#13-1) INVEST IN MEXICO SAFELY – We help you do business in Mexico, the right way. Licensed in Mexico and Arizona. Tapia, Bours & Borquez, Attorney. Visit our website at www.tbblaw.net. (#13-2) BATTERIES BATTERY SYSTEMS DE SONORA HAS your Rolls Surrette S460’s and Trojan T-105’s in stock ready for installation today. Call local cell (044638) 100-9698, or from the U.S. (011-52-638) 382-5010. Email: batterysystemsdesonora@ prodigy.net.mx. (#22-1) 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) BED & BREAKFAST CASA MONICA CHOLLA BAY B&B, located on the beach in Cholla Bay is beautiful, safe, affordable and receives rave reviews from guests! For reservations call, from the U.S. (602) 412-3311 or locally 382-5147 or email: casamonica@prodigy.net.mx. (#28-5) BILL PAYING SERVICE DON’T GET CUT OFF!! BILL PAYING Service with 48 years experience for Rocky Point and Cholla Bay residents! See Patty at Mexico Bonito Realty located just off Cholla Bay Road. Local call us at 383-5737 or 383-4111, or from the U.S. dial (602) 476-1837. Visit our website at www.mexicobonitorealty.com or email us at mebore@mexicobonitorealty.com or patricia@mexicobonitorealty.com. (#30-1)

WHILE YOU’RE AWAY I’LL PAY YOUR electric, water, phone, bills, etc. Since 1993 I’ve been working with Immigration services. English/ Spanish spoken. References available. Call Silvia Villa at Premium Services, locally at 3835758, or from the U.S. dial (602) 476-1187, or email me at sivife@hotmail.com. (#30-2) BOAT FOR SALE 270 SEARAY SUNDANCER – 1984 Twin 350 chev. 10’ wide. Excellent fishing/cruising boat forward & aft cabin. New upholstery, sink, microwave, refrigerator, toilet, shower, sea dump. 4kw Onan generator, air conditioning, inverter. Build in battery charger, fire system, anchor lines, spare prop. 3 axle trailer with new tires. $18,500.00 usd. (602) 548-0074 cell (602) 499-9968. (#34-5 ) SEA DOO Explorer Jet. Inflatable fiberglass hull. Includes trailer and Sundrella cover. In Mexico. Photos by request. $2200 USD OBO (480)2057086 or gpthrog@msn.com (#34-4) CATTERING POLLO PAPAGO – DON’T COOK! LET Martin cater your party or special occasion with the best rotisserie chicken (and sides) in town! English spoken, call Martin at (044-638) 385-1301. Great for birthday parties, beach get-togethers, business parties, and family gatherings. Blvd. Benito Juarez next to Burger King. (#50-4) 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 6AM-2PM! You can’t beat her chiles rellenos and spinach omelet. Call to order ahead 382-5283. (#56-10) COFFEE & DESSERT HOUSE - INSIDE or outside seating. Located on Blvd. Fremont next to the Black Dog Bar – Giuseppis!! Serving breakfast and a breakfast buffet on the weekends! And lunch too. Espresso, cappuccinos, lattes, mochas, Chai Tea – hot and cold. Open 7AM. Pre-paid coffee cards available. Homemade Italian desserts and gelato! Leashed, well behaved dogs always welcome. Call ahead 383-5181. (#56-6) DENTAL SERVICES WANT A DENTIST WHO USES THE latest in technology and equipment when getting your teeth cared for? Ernesto Grijalva, D.D.S. comes highly recommended by all of his patients – ask anyone of them! Stop by his office located on Blvd. Fremont, just south of the fire dept. or call Mario for an appointment (011-52-638) 383-3434. (#64-3) DR. SOCORRO D.D.S. offers professional dental care. She uses the same technology and materials as U.S. dentists, but substantially cheaper! Lab technician on site, offering overnight service. English and Spanish spoken. Professional references available. Phone (01152-638) 383-4898. (#64-1) DR. SERGIO LIZARRAGA D.D.S. has more than 25 years of experience in the dental industry. His dental treatments offer great benefits at a minor cost to you. Visit his office on Benito Juarez and Calle 12 Suite 205 or phone for an appointment phone (011-52-638) 383-7474, local cellular (044-638) 100-2600. Visit his website at www. smilerockypoint.com. (#64-2) FM3 SERVICES SERVICES FOR AMERICANS – FM3 / FM2, Visas, Tax ID Numbers (Hacienda Registration), accounting services, bill paying and more. Office location: Sun Valley Business and Immigration Service, Plaza del Sol, Local No. 8 (north side of Blvd. Fremont). Call local at 383-8891, from the U.S. dial (520) 829-4340 or email Bianeysvisa@aol.com or Dynorasvisa@aol.com. English spoken. (#79-9)

FM2/FM3/RFC/HACIENDA/IMSS – Do you need help obtaining any of these documents? Premium Services has been working with Immigration, Social Security, Hacienda and all government offices helping Americans, for over 17 years, obtain the documents they need fast and without hassles. If you don’t speak Spanish, or just want someone to help guide you through the process, call Silvia Villa at Premium Services at 383-5758, or from the U.S. dial (602) 476-1187 or sivife@hotmail. com. Translations from English to Spanish or Spanish to English also available – any document you need translated. Call Silvia whenever you need help with anything from bill paying to ordering flowers! (#79-1)

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) 7484134, clinic (011-52-638) 383-8030, local dial 383-8030 or (044-638) 386-5203 or email ritapizarro@gmail.com. (#120-6)

BUSY SEASON – is almost here. Vacation rental owners increase your occupancy rates with quality photography. Book the best!www. luxuryvillaphotography.com Rhea Bowden (480) 619-7977(#157-2) SHUTTLE SERVICE

MASSAGE SAHARA - HEADACHE, MIGRAINE, back pain lumbar, cervical syndrome, deep massage, Swedish, reflexology. In my salon or at your home. Call Gloria, graduate of School of Massage in Baja California, at (011-52-638) 383-4435. Located on Blvd. Josefa Ortiz de Dominguez and Callejon Morua. (#120-10)

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)

FOR SALE

PEST CONTROL

SOLAR EQUIPMENT

EXTRA LARGE 4 PASSENGER – gas golf cart, newly painted bright yellow, new upholstery $2500usd firm. Great condition. (970) 6850224. hanna27317@msn.com. (#86-1)

CONTRA PLAGAS - COCKROACHES, Termites, mosquitoes, flies, bees, fire ants, fleas, scorpions, spiders, rats, ants, mice. We have our Federal License. English spoken. Call Antonio Mendivil, owner at 383-8787. 24 hour emergency phone dial (044-638) 380-5136. (#126-1)

SONORA SOLAR IS BASED FULL TIME in Rocky Point for your solar electric and water pump needs. Phone (011-52-638) 382-5010 or local cell (044-638) 100-9698 or email SonoraSolar@prodigy.net.mx. (#163-3)

REAL ESTATE SERVICES

2005 31’ JAYCO JAY FLIGHT – sleeps 6-8 bunkroom, 2 twin bunks, lots of storage, everything works great, 1 large slide out, excellent condition. $12,500usd. Playa de Oro storage. Call (970) 685-0224. hanna27317@ msn.com. (#176-5)

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) HOUSES AND 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) CHOLLA BAY NICE – 3bd, 2ba, bay view, garage, yard, A/C $550 mo, call Ken at (520) 577-4834 in Rocky Point (011-52-638) 3825091. (#100-1) STAY IN CHOLLA BAY! One bedroom Casita for rent by day or week A/C, Sat T.V., fully furnished, steps from the bay. Call (520) 2034050 or visit gocholla.com (#100-2) HOUSES AND CONDOS FOR SALE #107 VISTA DE ORO – 2 bedroom, 2 bath, beautiful Mexican tile, deck, 2 patio areas, garage, 24hr security, nice trees. (417) 621-0677. Penasco107@ sbcglobal.net. ( #102-2) CASAS COLIBRI - RESIDENTIAL DESIGN, construction, and development. Specializing in Hacienda styling. Years of experience on both sides of the border. Phone (011-52-638) 3805479, email casascolibri@gmail.com. (#60-4) SONORAN SUN – 2 Bedroom, 2 Bath Condo. $50,000 down-Owner will carry balance. 5 year note @ 9.0% interest.stylykins@aol.com (#102-1) This beautifully landscaped unit, built on solid, stable ground, gives you the feeling you’re at sea from the master bedroom view. This 5th floor corner unit has the view with miles of Sandy Beach. Facing south there are the Baja sunsets. To the north, in the Sea of Cortez, float fleets of shrimp boats unloading their catch and taking on big chunks of ice. All these wooden boats are made in their beautiful classic design. The old town is only minutes away on foot and at night there is always the sound of guitars and singing. Yes, and the smell of corn tortilla on the grill or well seasoned meat sizzling over charcoal. (Oh how I miss that place. Any new buyer has to ask, Why are you selling. I’m 82 and they have me on so many pills and blood tests it’s hard to get away.) Contact Jonni at Coldwell Banker Rocky Point (602) 334-4134 or in Rocky Point (011-52-638) 383-4699. jonnifrancis@ cbrockypoint.com. (#102-3) OWN A PIECE OF PARADISE! - Ocean Front Sonoran Sun 2bdr/2ba unit - $45,000 down with seller carry back. HIgh end unit with first class amenities and furnishings. Seller to carry balance of $200,000 for 5 or 7 years with 30 year amortization. For more information go to www. LykinsProperties.com and click on Rocky Point rental for pictures of unit or call Stacey at (602) 616-9971. (#102-1) INSURANCE SERVICES INSURANCE AND BONDING AGENCY- real estate - Mexican & American Insurance: Auto, boat, life, house, commercial. Yolanda Silva, Agent. Ave Nayarit #62. Call 383-6280. (#107-1)

SAVE THE DREAM COLDWELL BANKER ROCKY POINT Sells more real estate in Rocky Point than any other company. If you need to sell your property immediately, please contact one of the professionals at COLDWELL BANKER ROCKY POINT who can assess your current situation and get your property sold – CASH FOR KEYS! www.cbrockypoint.com Email jonnifrancis@cbrockypoint.com Call from the U.S. (602) 334-4134 Mexico 383-4699 SAVE THE DREAM (#140-4) CARLOS E. GOROZPE LAW OFFICE & Real Estate Appraisals. Specializing in Real Estate Law, Contract Law, Litigation, General Consultation. Experience and Professionalism. English and Spanish spoken, call from the U.S. (011-52-638) 383-1951, or local cellular (044-638) 380-9033, email cegorozpe@ prodigy.net.mx. (#140-2) IN LOVE WITH CHOLLA BAY? Gretchen Ellinger, Century 21 Sun & Sand, lives in Cholla Bay, knows the community, and will give you sound, safe, honest assistance with your real estate transaction. Sonora Real Estate License #20, member AMPI. Call (011-52-638) 382-5147 or (602) 412-3311. (#140-13) SERVICES PUERTO PEÑASCO HOME INSPECTIONS. Be an intelligent investor: Get a home inspection before you buy your next home or investment property in Mexico. Puerto Peñasco’s only full time Home Inspector. Call (602) 748-4134, local dial (044-638) 110-4728 or email tomthomas360@gmail.com. (#157-7) DON’T GET CUT OFF! BILL PAYING SERVICE with 42 years experience for Rocky Point & Cholla Bay Residents! See Patty at Mexico Bonito Realty on Cholla Rd one block from the Highway or call (011-52-638) 383-5737 or 383-4111. In the U.S. call (602) 476-1837. Visit website at www.mexicobonitorealty.com or email us at mebore@mexicobonitorealty. com orpatricia@mexicobonitorealty.com. (#157-4) CARLOS E. GOROZPE LAW OFFICE & Real Estate Appraisals. Specializing in Real Estate Law, Contract Law, Litigation, General Consultation, English spoken. Experience and professionalism. Tel/fax (011-52-638) 3831951, local cell dial (011-521-638) 380-9033, or email cegorozpe@prodigy.net.mx. (#157-1) 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) INTERNATIONAL INTELLIGENCE SERVICES – Background investigations, asset investigations, criminal records searches. Prices begin at $75. All services are offered on US citizens, in the US. Offices open in Rocky Point. Call (520) 858-0857 in Puerto Peñasco (011-521-638) 384-3968 www.intelservices. us (#157-37)

TRAILERS FOR SALE

WATER PUMPS SONORA SOLAR HAS PRESSURE PUMPS, 12V, 24V and 110 volts in stock. These pumps can be changed out with no tools in one minute! Low water shut off switches for pressure pumps, custom electronic water sensors for in house monitoring, also for remote filling. Hot water heaters also installed. Phone (011-52-638) 382-5010 or local cell (044-638) 100-9698 or email SonoraSolar@prodigy.net.mx. (#195-1) WINDOW COVERINGS SEASIDE WINDOW COVERINGS SINCE 1993. English spoken. All kinds of window treatments. Call Marie for appointment (011-52-638) 3835181. (#198-1)

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JUNE 2011

The Rocky Point Times Newspaper

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