Professional Documents
Culture Documents
The World’s
Oldest Continuous Rodeo
Celebrates 125 Years!
Payson, Az
August 14-16
Contents
Attractions......................................................................6 Northern AZ...................................................................7-9
Central Arizona......................................................... 10-11 Parker.............................................................................17
Colorado River Region................................................. 16-17 Pet Friendly Arizona.........................................................21
Events, Featured....................................................... 12-13 Phoenix Metro............................................................ 10-11
July Events....................................................................4 Prescott Area.....................................................................7 Main Office -Tucson
August Events...............................................................5 Rim Country......................................................................3 Publisher/Editor. . . . . . . Anthony Venuti
September Events.........................................................6 RV Resorts & Campgrounds......................................... 22-23
Grand Canyon.................................................................... 8 Editor. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Charlis McVey
Southern Arizona........................................................ 14-15
Lodging........................................................................... 21 SW Regional....................................................................18 Art Director. . . . . . . . . . . Manny Stacey
Mesa............................................................................... 11 Statewide Map........................................................... 12-13 Associate Editor. . . . . . . . Pam Marlowe
Mexico............................................................................ 19 Tucson.............................................................................15
Native American Culture.................................................. 20 White Mountains...............................................................9 Regional Account
Manager. . . . . . . . . . . . Byron Marlowe
Senior Account
Letter From the Publisher Executive. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Dan Frey
Submissions of Articles &
Due to the politics of late, I cannot sit idly this.” This neophyte early 30’s babe is now in the top rung of the Arizona
by without making use of this platform Department of Commerce…oh, by the way…I have yet to do any busi- Press Releases:
while the radical liberal politicians of the ness with the top 20% of Tourism groups that do 80% of ALL business. Deadline July 15, 2009. To charlis@actarizona.com.
State, mirroring that of the Federal govern- (Don’t know the “80/20 rule”? Google it... like Machiavelli it is also Ital- Press releases, etc. are always welcomed.
ment, continue to undermine our way of ian.) I’m sure this is no coincidence. Az Tourist News, P.O. Box 5083, Tucson, AZ, 85703. ,
life. I know what freedom is. I fought in We have employed over ten people for the past 15 or so years; we have (520) 622-7008, (520) 622-7275 Fax,
Vietnam for freedom and gave it up as a paid taxes and contributed greatly, without recognition, never mind ac- email info@aztourist.com, www.aztourist.com
tenant in over ten prisons covering a handful of states. I ceptance all this time. My own personal story is one of redemption hav-
have enjoyed “the luxury of NOT having the LUXURY.” ing struggled for over 15 years with heroin addiction and all too many To advertise call 520-622-7008 or email
How can you identify bad, if all you EVER experienced was years in over ten prisons. But we won’t celebrate this story, no we won’t. publisher@aztourist.com. AZ Tourist News invites you
good? Perspective is everything. The “seafood” politicians It might give cause to the thought that to use, without permission, any editorial portion.
Az Tourist News © 2009. 60,000 copies distributed
in both State and Federal Governments won’t even admit A. The world “owes no one a living.” regionally at 1,200 locations - Visitors centers, hotels,
they are “wet.” How would THEY know! B. Money does not grow on trees. resorts, RV Parks, Travel Centers and more!
Az Tourist News is economic development for Arizona. C. “Who died and left you boss?”
Over 60% of all revenue driven by Tourism in Arizona D. “Your friend leaps out a window, does that mean you will jump too”?
comes from Arizona residents and California residents. E. Life is a performance-based activity. We are proud
This is FACT, AOT’s own numbers, reading between the
lines (for they do not want you to know what they know.)
I’m proud to have accomplished what we have thus far, and I’m not to be members of:
giving up the good fight, but I can see I’m going to have to take the gloves
• Ajo C of C • Holbrook C of C
Thus the State of Arizona and the Arizona Office of Tour- off. Fairness is not something that those who govern Tourism marketing • Apache Junction C of C
ism are by definition limiting the relevancy of Az Tourist dollars value. It is Beyond Puke. I invite all those who enjoy my words to • Jerome C of C
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agencies and private businesses, who look to AOT as their forums from Laffs Comedy Club Open Mic Night in Tucson. • Arizona City C of C • Marana C of C
leaders in Tourism, by their actions and their inactions • Arizona Highway 69 C of C • McMullen Valley C of C
who to “play ball” with. Ciao, • Benson/San Pedro • Pearce/Sunsites C of C
The “opposite of love is not hate, it is indifference.” Years Valley C of C • Pinetop-Lakeside C of C
ago a VP of the Tucson CVB stated directly to me, “You • Buckeye Valley C of C • Prescott Valley C of C
better not compete with us.” Some years ago, I received a • Bullhead Area C of C • Quartzsite C of C
scathing email discounting my promotion of AZ Tourist • Camp Verde C of C • Quartzsite Business C of C
News’ reach: “I’m appalled at these numbers, they are in
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Awareness KEPT FOR 5 YEARS! Due to the demand for listing events, we have set the following guidelines.
We hope that these will clarify our criteria.
When Your Target
Market Sees Your Ad,
Contest! 1. Space Availability: We simply cannot list all the events we receive. We
reserve the right to select appropriate event listings and when space is
tight, we will give first priority to those who partner with us.
Will they know who you are? Oldest issue of AzTourist News received 2. Length: 25-30 words in length or 180 characters. This should include the
necessary information such as event title, date, venue, brief description of
will win a great Arizona Getaway! event, admission and public contact number for further information. The
Az Tourist News Can Help! Send a page from your oldest issue showing the date.
name of the city is not included in the word count.
3. Type: Tourism / Visitor related... typically this leaves out charitable events
Our Readers Are All Travelers Entries due by August 15. Winner to be announced in the Sept. issue. and events that would draw from only the participants’ family, friends and
like demographic reach, unless these have a particularly “western” or Arizona
Send to Az Tourist News, P.O. Box 5083, Tucson, AZ 85703 theme.
To advertise call 520 • 622-7008 • www.aztourist.com Events to be e-mailed to Charlis@actarizona.com
July 2009 www.aztourist.com Statewide AZ • Page 3
Sunday - August 16
The color pink is not something you 4th Performance - World’s Oldest
In the Beginning... Continuous Rodeo
would associate with the tough sport
of rodeo - however, breast cancer has 1:00 pm (Gates open at 11:00 am)
In the 1800’s, Payson was mostly a
flat, grassy spot where cowboys could touched the lives of many rodeo families.
The 125th Annual World’s Oldest Con- Ticket Prices
gather up their scattered, near-wild Preferred Seating: Online only $22
herds during the fall roundups and tinuous Rodeo has designated the 7:00
PM performance on Friday, August 14 Adults: Online $14.50 - At the Gate $18
prepare to drive them down to Phoenix Seniors: At the Gate $12
or to the railroad line in Winslow. as their “Tough Enough to Wear Pink”
event. Anyone wearing pink to the per- Kids (12 and under): At the gate - $7.00
Naturally enough, the cowboys spent Under 5: FREE
a lot of time boasting and then staging formance will generate a $1.00 donation
impromptu contests to both establish to Payson’s Healthy Woman Program. All of this is less than a tank of gas
Pink items will be on sale to benefit away-ROUND TRIP! Come join us in the For more information, contact
bragging rights and win enough money the Chamber of Commerce at
to have a good time during their time breast cancer research and the Healthy Cool Mountain Town of Payson.
Woman Program. 1-800-6PAYSON
off. So began the August Doin’s…125
years later we celebrate the World’s Old-
est Continuous Rodeo.
Cowboy Up!
Cool Things to Do in Rim Country At Mazatzal Hotel & Casino
1. Historic Main Street 7. East Verde Recreation Area
Historic buildings, antiques, shopping, Streamside and scattered campsites,
If you enjoy the August 800-777-PLAY
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JUL 4 TAYLOR
JUL 17-18 SURPRISE
Latin Rhythms Festival Snowflake Pioneer 5th Annual Rim Country
Taylor 4th of July Celebration & Rodeo
Taylor Rodeo Complex - Flag raising ceremony, firing
of the anvil, BBQ, rodeo, dance, patriotic program,
Kokopelli Winery & Bistro, 14719 W Grand Ave -
Latin food, drinks & Latin music, Chihuahua races Days Celebration Quilt Roundup
fireworks, Taylor 10K & 2 mile run, softball tourna-
Fri and Salsa making & Jalepeno eating contests Sat.
623-556-4810 July 17 & 18 November 13-15th, 2009
ment & free swimming. 928-536-7366 or 928-536-4331
JUL 18 WILLCOX • Visit the best example of a Mormon
JUL 4-5 FLAGSTAFF Willcox Western Heritage Day pioneer town in the Southwest
76th Annual Hopi Festival of Arts and Culture Indian and Western historians in costume, hands on • Performances
Museum of Northern Arizona - Oldest Hopi activities, entertainment, antique tractors, vendors. In • Arts and Crafts Fair
art show in the world! 60+ Hopi artists w/ katsina conjunction with Chiricahua Regional Museum’s 10th
dolls, baskets, weaving, pottery, painting & jewelry; anniv. 800-200-2272
• Music and Entertainment Teachers
traditional music, dances, food; 9a-5p, $7-$4. 928- • Rodeo • Parade • Fireworks Marti Michell
774-5213 JUL 18-19 FLAGSTAFF • Golf & Softball Tournaments Sharon Schamber
11th Annual AZ Highland Celtic Festival • 10k Fun Run • Quilt Shows Gina Perkes
JUL 4-5 FLAGSTAFF Foxglen Park - Bagpipes, kilts, folk-dances, traditional Laura Wasilowski
Independence Day Festival foods, caber toss, kids’ activities, , 9a-6p Sa, 10a-4p Su. • Guided Home Tours
Lisa Brothman
Pioneer Museum - Living history groups: Civil War $10 adults for 1 day, $15 for 2, $4 kids 3-12 for 1 day,
Artillery Unit, Mountain Men, craft demos including $6 for 2, 928-556-3161 Rim Country Regional Chamber of Commerce
spinning, weaving, woodworking & camp cooking. Snowflake/Taylor Chamber of Commerce For more information and Registration Form
Adm $1 per person, 10a-4p. 928-774-6272 113 N. Main St. Ste. A
Indicates Native www.rimcountryquiltroundup.com
928-536-4331 1.800.672.9766
American Related Events www.snowflaketaylorchamber.org
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Saturday July 4th Reenactment Photo at noon, Parade at 6pm.
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Games start at 5pm each evening.
Cowpunchers Reunion Rodeo July 24th – 26th
A real working cowboy rodeo. Action packed performances daily at 1pm.
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site with Great Kiva, astronomical ob- Antique shopping in the artists. Art raffles, hors d’oeuvres, no host
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servatory and natural staircase. Museum White Mountains is a hobby unto valuable resource for finding the shops bar, 6-9p. Tickets $15 advance, $20 door.
features archaeological treasures from 928-367-4290
itself. With over twenty antique and will save the time of looking on the
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Open 7 days a week, 8a-4p, tours of the
shops to choose from, the inventory of side streets. Keep in mind that most of JUL 11-12 PINETOP
ruins are daily at 9, 11 and 2. 928-333-5375 these shops is as unique and diverse as the shops cater to the weekend visitor 22nd Native American Art Festival
the owners themselves. I never hesitate and might not be open during the week. Hon-Dah Resort Casino Festival Grounds
Historic Home Tour, Snowflake to ask the owner if there is something I All together the antique stores in this - Native American arts & crafts, demos,
Walking Tour of homes on the National do not see, and this usually leads me to a region can accommodate an amazing music, Native American food, 9a-4p, $5 at
Historic Register. Visitors can tour the the gate, under 12 free. 800-573-4031
suggestion of a shop that has or may have day of shopping. I usually start with the
Stinson Pioneer Museum, Flake Memorial what I’m looking for.
Home and the Smith Memorial Home. store furthest from me and work my way JUL 17-18 SNOWFLAKE
Tours available daily Mon.-Sat. or by appt., Many of the shops in the White back to the hotel, so that when my shop- Snowflake Pioneer Days Celebration
donations accepted. 928-536-4881 Mountain region are found on Highway ping is done, I am home. I also find that Parade, arts & crafts, entertainment, rodeo,
260 between Heber and Eagar, with a this lowers my gas cost. BBQ, dances, 10K run, softball & golf tour-
Hon-Dah Resort Casino, few located in Snowflake and Springer- Shopping for antiques in this region naments, historic home tours, fireworks.
Pinetop-Lakeside ville. For times/locations: 928-536-4331
is especially great if you are looking for
128 well appointed king and queen rooms, The antique shops in the White
an all-season pool, spa and sauna, and
vintage Native American baskets, pot- JUL 22-25 ST. JOHNS
the Indian Pine Restaurant. Also Las Mountains have printed a directory of tery, jewelry, rugs and more. Located a Annual Pioneer Days
Vegas-style entertainment in The Timbers businesses along with a map. This can short drive from the White Mountain Parade, basketball tournaments, storytell-
Lounge and exciting gaming with 500 be picked up at a number of locations Apache and Navajo reservations, this ing, dances each night, campfire circle,
slots and unlimited progressive jackpots, including at Harvest Moon Antiques could be an excellent opportunity to find rodeo, free ice cream social, BBQ.
live Poker and live Blackjack. 800-929-8744 between Pinetop and Lakeside (look for 928-337-2000
that special something for your home.
the tipis) and Outhouse Antiques, 182 Whether you’re looking for a Babe JUL 24-26 SHOW LOW
Lyman Lake State Park
One of the few permanent water skiing
W. White Mountain Blvd. This is a very Ruth baseball bat, an old wagon to go in White Mountains Roundup - Cowboy
slalom courses in the state plus fishing, front of your cabin, or a Victorian buffet Poetry, Music & Art
camping, hiking. A pontoon boat ride for your dining room, there is bound to Show Low School District Auditorium &
across the lake takes visitors to Petroglyph be a shop that has what you need. campus - Juried art show, vendors, per-
Trail. Located 11 miles south of St. Johns formances from national storytellers and
on US 191. 928-337-4441 Cowboy poets. 1-866-532-4070
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Besh-Ba-Gowah Archaeological Park
Arizona City Florence Mesa Phoenix Sun City Exploring Salado Culture in Globe
Black Canyon City Junction Miami Picacho Sun City West
Buckeye Fountain Hills Mobile Pine Superior The earliest residents of 928-425-0320
Carefree Friendly Corner Morristown Punkin Center Surprise
Casa Grande Gila Bend New River Queen Creek Tempe the Globe area were the Ho-
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Oracle Randolph Tonopah pottery and tools typical of the times in
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Cave Creek Gilbert hokam, who established pit house
of
Cedar Creek Gladden Oracle Jct. Red Rock Tortilla Flat the reconstructed dwelling.
Pr
villages in the Tonto Basin around
Chandler Glendale Palo Verde Rio Verde Wickenburg A.D. 900. After several hundred years, There is also an excellent museum at
Chuichu Globe Paloma San Carlos Winkelman this culture was replaced by that of an- the park where you can watch a video
Circle City Goodyear Paradise Valley San Manuel Wintersburg
Claypool Hayden Wittman other group known as the Salado Indians. explaining the life of this past civilization.
Coolidge Inspiration Young In the 1200’s they built several pueblos Then enjoy a walk through the exhibits of
Dudleyville Kaka along the banks of Pinal Creek. pottery, clothing, jewelry, tools and other
Shortly after 1400 the pueblos were artifacts found there. The museum’s col-
CENTRAL AZ abandoned and the civilization of the lection of Salado pottery is the world’s
CITIES & TOWNS Salado people mysteriously disappeared. largest! It is interesting to note that trad-
The area remained uninhabited until the ing was widespread - jewelry was found
Apache people made it their homeland made of shells from the Pacific Ocean and
sometime after A.D. 1600. The name Gulf of Mexico.
Besh-Ba-Gowah comes from the Apache Directions: To find Besh-Ba-Gowah
language and translates to English as from Phoenix follow U.S. Hwy 60 to
“place of metal.” Globe, turn left onto Broad Street. Make
At Besh-Ba-Gowah Archaeological Park a right turn onto Jess Hayes Road and the
on the outskirts of present day Globe you Park is on the right. From Tucson turn left
can walk within the restored rooms of off Hwy 60 onto Hill St, then right onto
one such Salado pueblo. The pueblo was Broad St. and immediate left off Broad to
built in stories. Many of the ground floor Jess Hayes Rd.
rooms were used for storage as upper levels The park and museum are open 9 am to
were added for living areas. 5 pm daily (closed Thanksgiving, Christ-
Climb the re-created ladder and enter a mas and New Year’s Day). Special pro-
typical second story room in the same way grams are offered periodically on excava-
as the ancient Salado did. You will find tion and history of the site. See the ad on
this page for a discounted admission.
CALENDAR
JUL 17-18 CHANDLER
The Peralta Stone Maps
Latin Rhythms Festival New Exhibit at Superstition Mountain Museum
Bistro at Kokopelli Winery, 35 W Boston St
- Latin food, drinks & Latin music. Chihua- The stories of their discov- 480-983-4888
hua races Fri, Salsa making contest Sat. $10
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480-792 6927 as varied as the legends of the Lost other stories, all eventually conclude
Dutchman Gold Mine itself. One ver- that they came into the possession of
JUL 25 SUPERIOR sion is that the maps were discovered and the Flagg Foundation. What these stone
BESH•BA•GOWAH La Noche de Vaquero
Tequila Tasting, beer garden, entertain-
dug up by Travis Tumlinson in l949, on
a small hill above the Fish Creek Bridge.
maps purport to depict are what one
chooses to interpret. Do the maps lead to
ARCHAEOLOGICAL PARK ment, Wild West Water Corral w/water slide
($10 unlimited rides), Concert “Mogollon” He then used the stone maps to search for 18 gold mines in the Superstitions? Are
RUINS, MUSEUM, AND ETHNOBOTANICAL GARDEN 8:30p ($10 presale, $15 door), more. 4p- what he believed to be a group of Spanish they directions to gold mine sites or hid-
14th Century Salado Indian Ruins & Reconstructed 1:30a. 520-689-0200 mines. den treasures?
Rooms Depicting Ancient Lifestyles Another story is that they were stolen Indeed, some analysts and treasure
AUG 29-30 PHOENIX by two Mexican nationals from the base- seekers believe the maps describe areas in
Open: 9am-5pm - 7 days a week • Handicapped
Accessible • Group Tours by Arrangement 18th Annual Family Cornfest, Arts & ment of a church in Arispa, Mexico, and New Mexico, Texas or Old Mexico.
• Located just outside of Globe Crafts Fair The secrets revealed, like beauty, lie in
taken to Texas where they were sold to
928-425-0320 El Zaribah Shrine Auditorium, 552 N. 40th
St, behind Frito-Lay - 60+ arts & crafts ven- Travis Tumlinson, who brought them to
Arizona. Tumlinson believed they showed
the eyes of the beholder. What do YOU
think?
dors, $8 meal: hotdog or hamburger, corn
on the cob & tea or coffee (served 11a-3p), a route to the Peralta mines or treasure Superstition Mountain Historical Soci-
fair 10a-4p. Net proceeds from this event troves in the Superstition Mountains. ety acknowledges and expresses apprecia-
are for the benefit of El Zaribah Shriners. tion to the A.L. Flagg Foundation, which
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contributions. 602-231-0300
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Arizona Museum of Natural History of catching a really big fish, you’ll find
53 N. MacDonald St. A/C, pour on the sunscreen, fight for offers guided evening nature hikes and
480-644-2230 the closest parking spot and get creative walks throughout the summer. 3939 N. nearby Apache, Canyon, Saguaro and
www.azmnh.org about how to best avoid the heat. Usery Pass Road, 480-384-0032 Roosevelt lakes perfect spots to enjoy
Set sail on the Dolly Steamboat at your favorite sport. This chain of lakes
But few realize there are ample ways to awaits you with full marinas to meet all
Arizona Museum for Youth Canyon Lake and watch Arizona’s night
35 N. Robson St. keep cool this summer in Mesa. Plan to your needs for cool outdoor recreation.
480-644-2468 escape the sun at indoor attractions, or stars twinkle on the water. This summer
www.arizonamuseumforyouth.com become a night owl and explore the town take in either a Twilight Dinner Cruise Canyon Lake
after sunset. Get ready to play tourist or a popular Twilight Astronomy Cruise. Reservoir lake with awesome scenery
Arizona Wing of the Commemorative right here in southern Arizona! Offering an exciting alternative to dining as it twists and turns for about 10 miles
Air Force Museum
2017 N. Greenfield Rd., 85215 You can cool off but still work up a in the Phoenix area, entrees are served through a magnificent gorge. Summary:
480-924-1940 sweat taking it all in at Amazing Jake’s buffet style and vary by night. Guests can designated swimming area, boat ramps,
www.arizonawingcaf.com Food & Fun. This 90,000-square-foot also bring their own libations on board. three recreation sites open year round
center features an all -you-can-eat buf- Call for dates, details and pricing. 480- at no charge, great fishing and the Dolly
Broadway Palm Dinner Theater-West 827-9144, www.dollysteamboat.com Steamboat, a replica of an early Ameri-
5247 E. Brown Rd. fet, 12 bowling lanes, indoor go-karts, can double-decker sternwheeler riverboat
480-325-6700 bumper karts, laser tag, children’s rides And don’t forget about summer savings with 90-minute narrated nature tour or a
www.broadwayp- and a slew of video games to keep kids at Mesa hotels, resorts and attractions. Twilight Dinner Cruise.
almwest.com and adults smiling. 1830 E. Baseline Rd., Arizonans are encouraged to pack their Canyon Lake Marina: 480-288-9233
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Dolly Steamboat
Canyon Lake/ Flashlight Tours at Desert Botanical close to home. With hotel rates up to Saguaro Lake
Apache Junction Garden are offered Thursdays and Satur- 50% off what you’d pay in high season, One of six Salt River Project lakes created
480-827-9144 days from 7-9 pm, June through August. it’s easy to save this summer and enjoy by Mountain Dam. Summary: Boat rent-
www.dollysteam- Free with admission, flashlight tours are lazy days of lounging poolside and taking als with your choice of pontoons, single
boat.com in all that Mesa has to offer. or double kayaks, canoes, fishing boats
a perfect way to experience the desert en-
Dolly Steamboat For more summer vacation ideas and or runabouts, full marine services, great
vironment at night complete with desert
Lodging wildlife such as nighthawks, tortoises, in- to take advantage of the Mesa Money sav-
fishing.
Saguaro Lake Marina: 480-986-5546
sects and night-blooming flowers. Guests ings program, contact the Mesa Conven-
Homestead Village
1920 W. Isabella must bring their own flashlight. 480-941- tion & Visitors Bureau. Roosevelt Lake
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50 HDTV monitors for viewing sporting events; “Toby,” a mechanical bull; and home-cooked
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Southern style fare with friends. The centerpiece of the restaurant is the 85-foot guitar-shaped
Also fish cleaning station, picnic areas,
bar. Location: the theater district at Mesa Riverview, 1065 North Dobson Road.
restrooms, boating ramp, camping and
Restaurants 480-844-TOBY (8629)
stocked fish.
Landmark Restaurant Roosevelt Lake Marina: 928-467-2245
809 W. Main St.
480-962-4652 Apache Lake
Quieter and more remote with unpaved
Matta’s Mexican Food access road. Summary: boating, water
1105 N. Higley Rd. skiing, swimming, bass fishing. Marina
480-655-8646 with a motel, gas station, restaurant,
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Carmen Green Valley Pisinimo Junction (as great as they are!) don’t have a corner Caverns State Park. Hidden beneath the
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Hassan Hijazi, director of external affairs lege of Science, began managing the facility Our Heroes” traces the story of the famed
The University of Arizona Navajo Code Talkers of World War II. The
Biosphere 2 for the 34.5-acre Biosphere 2 campus. during the summer of 2007.
20 minutes north of Tucson exhibit features photographs; facsimiles
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Francisco, Calif. Other U.S.-based man- and climate change.
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Among the natural wonders that made that we can continue to focus our mission
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Serengeti in Africa, the Rock of Gibraltar, Travis Huxman, the director of Biosphere 2.
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all of Arizona, and one of the only in everything from a personal water craft to
the region, that resides on the shores of a fully furnished houseboats.
major lake. One of Lake Havasu’s most popular
While many lakes in southern Cali- hangouts is the Bridgewater channel at
fornia are under heavy restrictions, Lake the world famous London Bridge. Vari-
Havasu is free from such limitations. ous shops and restaurants offer every-
Boaters are free to run the entire 45 miles thing from swimwear to snacks. Two of
of the lake, and can even run to nearby the city’s most scenic and verdant parks
are here as well, London Bridge Beach
Colorado Laughlin, up the Colorado River for a
scenic and fun day trip. and Rotary Park.
Fishing is very popular on Lake
River Region Because Lake Havasu City is such a
popular boating destination, the city is Havasu, as large and small mouth bass as
Cities & Towns geared towards the boater lifestyle. Boat
parking is ample at local hotels. Two ho-
well as striper are very active during the
summer months. A multimillion dollar
Blythe, CA Oatman tels actually let you leave the boat in the fisheries program has turned the lake
water: the London Bridge Resort and The into one of the west’s top sport fishing
Bouse Parker destinations.
Nautical Beachfront Resort.
Bullhead City Peach Springs Lake Havasu City is a smart choice Off the water, Lake Havasu is home to
Chloride Poston budget wise as well, as prices for just a thriving nightlife. A host of nightclubs,
about everything are at the lowest they’ve bars and restaurants cater to every pos-
Cibola Quartzsite sible taste, while two theatre companies
been in years. Hotels are offering attrac-
Colorado City, CO Riviera tive specials, restaurants are advertising stage regular productions at a pair of
Dateland Roll discounts on dining, and the shopping performing art centers. And everything
Dolan Springs Salome centers are promoting discounted goods. is located just minutes from any hotel in
town.
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‘Ahakhav Tribal Preserve unique and affordable area offers or other watercraft!
The ‘Ahakhav Tribal Preserve is a a relaxing extended stay lifestyle and We offer a variety of restaurants,
serene wetland and backwater area of vacation atmosphere. shopping, museums, libraries, wildlife
the Colorado River. It consists of 1,253 Parker is the perfect year-round preserves, a four-star golf course and
acres of wilderness and a 3.5 acre vacation spot for all types of activities. THX 4-plex movie theater, Parker Dam CALENDAR
park. The preserve offers a variety of Whether it’s watersports that include “The World’s Deepest Dam”, the Blue
activities including hunting, fishing, boating, skiing, wakeboarding and per- Water Resort & Casino and, of course, July 11
hiking, canoeing and bird-watching. sonal watercraft or camping, off-roading, The Colorado River! KLPZ 1380 AM FLOG™ Tournament
golfing, fishing and Rving, we have over Make Parker, Arizona your next desti- (baseball golf)
There is a 4.6 mile fitness trail as well Fundraiser benefits a community organization.
as playground and picnic facilities. 30 RV parks, campgrounds, hotels and nation, you’ll be glad you did!
‘Ahakhav Tribal Preserve is located motels to accommodate you along the September 6
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Poston Memorial Monument know about these great places. beginning Thanksgiving Weekend). They Mike Keevey Golf Tournament
This monument marks the site of Whether you cruise in a canoe, also serve sandwiches, beer and wine. Benefits the Town of Parker Community
the Poston War Relocation Center personal watercraft, jet boat 928-669-2681 Pool
where 17,867 persons of Japanese an- or pontoon, the Parker Strip In addition to its full-
cestry were interned during World War October 17
welcomes you. Hungry? service campground, Parker Rotary 60th Annual Rodeo State
II. The monument is located 11 miles Just pull up to a restaurant Buckskin Mountain State Finals
south of Parker on Mohave Road and and enjoy some great food Park includes a restaurant,
may be visited at any time during day- and hospitality at one of our arcade, boutique, conve- October 24
light hours. The history of the center is many river front establish- nience store and gas dock. Blue Water Resort & Casino 5th Annual
inscribed into the monument and at an 928 667-3231 300 Enduro Race
ments. You can only do that Speed boat competition
information kiosk. on this stretch of the river! Sandbar Resort at
928-669-2174 One of the popular float- Redrock features the October 24
Swansea Ghost Town ing eateries is The Road- “Shipwrecked Cafe and Parker Area Chamber of Commerce 2nd
Swansea has been proclaimed as one runner Restaurant and Bar”, Home of the River Annual Chili Cookoff
Bar, open 7 days a week serving breakfast, Pirates. The restaurant is shaped like the Horseshoe competition, live music, ven-
of Arizona’s best ghost towns by Ari- dors, wakeboard demonstration and lots of
zona Highways Magazine. Take a day lunch and dinner. Weekly specials include front of a ship and offers a great variety of
fun on the river!
trip back in time and see the remains Taco Night on Monday and BBQ Ribs on food and a full bar. 928 667-3116
of what was once a bustling mining Saturday. 928-667-3373 Blue Water Resort & Casino is the November 7
community, complete with a “moving Another great choice is Foxes. This home of River Willows fine dining, The Parker Area Chamber of Commerce 17th
picture house,” a post office and auto- floating Restaurant and Bar is open dur- Garden Grill, and Rivers Edge Cantina. Annual “Gong Show” Fundraiser
ing the week from 11 am to midnight and 164 boat slips available, just check in at Local Talent Show features singing, danc-
mobile dealership. Swansea is accessible ing and hilarious acts.
by two-wheel drive automobiles. The weekends 8 am to 2 am. Their specialties the Marina. 928 669-7000
ghost town can be reached by traveling are BBQ ribs and Alaskan King Crab All of these establishments can be ac- November 8
east out of Parker on Shea Road. There Legs. 928-667-3444 cessed by watercraft or land, which makes Blue Water Resort & Casino
is no charge to visit. For the best hamburgers on the river, the Parker Strip the most unique area of 9th Annual Triathlon
head to Badenoch’s Restaurant, open southern Arizona’s “West Coast”!
daily 7 am to 4 pm (closed for the winter
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Lodging, Dining & One of the “50 Best Places to Live”! CALENDAR
Attraction Guide Silver City, New Mexico JUL 10-AUG 9 COSTA MESA, CA
Orange County Fair
In 1870, a group of Ameri- 800-548-9378 Orange County Fair and Exposition Cen-
Attractions can prospectors discovered www.silvercity.org ter- Exhibits, food, entertainment, rides,
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P.O. Box 4030-NH475 Silver City was also named Best Small
the rush was on. In ten short months, 12a, adm $10/$5. 714-708-1500
Golden, CO Town New Mexico 2008 by the “Official
303-277-3880 the newly christened “Silver City” grew Best of”, a division of Media World USA, JUL 17-18 DUCK CREEK, UT
www.coors.com from a single cabin to over 80 buildings. an independent television and internet Duck Creek Days
Today we have over 10,000 residents and company that provides TV and web viewers Art, craft & food booths, games for
Gila Cliff Dwellings National Monument are surrounded by rugged natural beauty children and adults, the GREAT CHILI
Approx. 2 hours north of Silver City, NM with the official best places to visit in each
and the Gila Wilderness. featured state. COOK-OFF (Sat), music and dancing in the
505-536-9461, www.nps.gov/gicl
Silver City enjoys four mild seasons with evenings, drawing for a Polaris ATV (Sat).
Head this way on July 25-26 and take Fr noon-10p, Sa 9a-10p. 435-682-2690 or
Legoland California beautiful day and night skies. The area is part in Cowboy Days! In celebration of the
One Legoland Dr. 682-3330
a nature lover’s paradise. Hike or bike National Day of the American Cowboy,
Carlsbad, CA
760-918-5346 in the rolling Boston Hills, a reclaimed there will be various events, vendors and JUL 25-26 SILVER CITY, NM
www.legoland.com historic mining area overlooking the town, displays in Gough Park and other sites in Cowboy Days
or head to the Continental Divide Trail that Silver City. 575-534-0550 Gough Park and various sites - To celebrate
Santa Fe Southern Railway, Inc. ascends the Pinos Altos Mountains in the the National Day of the American Cowboy.
410 S. Guadalupe For more about Silver City, check our Various events, vendors and displays.
Santa Fe, NM
3.3-million-acre Gila National Forest. website or call the Silver City-Grant County 575-534-0550
505-989-8600, 888-989-8600 It’s no wonder Silver City has been C of C.
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Next Great Adventure Towns by “National Festival of the Bells at
Lodging Geographic Adventure Magazine”, Septem- 15% Mission San Diego de Alcala
ber 2008. They liken this friendly and af- OFF Old Town - Come and help celebrate the
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Valid through 9/30/09. Subject to availability. Prices subject to change. Tax and gratuity not
included. *1st night’s non-refundable deposit must be made at time of reservation. While
Silver City, NM 88061 Byway; over 100 years of Old West history. Victorian districts, museums,
the deposit is nonrefundable, dates of stay can be changed. Upgrade to Bay View Room at
San Diego Marriott Hotel & Marina for only $20 per night. Must stay 3 consecutive nights.
www.silvercity.org galleries and the Gila Wilderness make Silver City a unique place. Explore the Credit will be given at check-out - no refund for unused credit. Credit can only be applied
to Marriott managed restaurants, lounges and room service and will be applied on the third
Gila Cliff Dwellings, area hot springs, City of Rocks, Pinos Altos, historic night of the stay. Not valid with other offers or for groups of 10 or more.
1.800.548.9378 downtown Silver City, Catwalk Recreation Area and Mogollon Ghost Town.
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Sonoyta, Mexico to Rocky Point Expo”, “International Seafood Fair” and “The
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“El Duque” Dive Charters was narrow, hilly, and at times speed. The emergency services are still Pavilion of Tequilas” plus live music, maria-
8540 E. Green Acres scary. People who drove on that road in Sonoyta and Rocky Point, but the chi and folkloric dancing.
Tucson, AZ martha@bajaevents.com.mx
520-977-3598 sometimes used little caution around the chance of a first responder arriving on
www.divecortez.com curves, and you could have considered scene of an accident are greater with the
additional police presence. The state of JUL 13-19 CHIHUAHUA - HIDALGO DEL
it a dangerous road. I once witnessed a PARRAL
Sonoran Sport Center rollover accident where a suburban, going Sonora is aware of how important Rocky
San Carlos Villista Cavalcade
pretty much the speed limit, got a wheel in Point is to its tourism image. Governor 136-mile horse race from Chihuahua to
011-52-622-226-0929
www.sonoransportcenter.com the sand and then careened out of control. Eduardo Bours has gone to great lengths Hidalgo del Parral. 1,300 riders.
There was really no shoulder back then. to make sure that Americans traveling to www.chihuahua.gob.mx
Lodging State police cars were never seen on the Rocky Point have a safe journey .
JUL 28-AUG 1 EAST CAPE, B.C SUR
road, and the nearest emergency services We at Rocky Point Reservations have
Bahia Resort Hotel Bisbee’s East Cape Offshore Tournament
were in Sonoyta or Rocky Point. seen the transformation of the road and Hotel Buena Vista Beach Resort - Over
Paseo Calle Primera & Alvarado the community during our 22 years
Ensenada, B.C. Fast forward to today. The entire length 350,000.00 in prize money for Marlin, Tuna
011-52-646-178-2101 of the road from the border to Rocky in business. Getting to Rocky Point is and Dorado. www.bisbees.com
www.hotelbahia.com.mx Point has been redone. There is a wider safer than it has ever been, and being in
shoulder, and some of the curves and hills Rocky Point is even more fun now than AUG 1-14 ENSENADA, B.C.
San Felipe Marina Resort & Spa it was back then. Call us or visit our Fiesta de la Vendimia
have been straightened and flattened. The Two week harvest festival celebrating
Km 4.5 Carretera San Felipe
1-800-291-5397 presence of the state police is seen and felt, website today to book your stay. Mexico’s premeire wine making region.
www.sanfelipemarina.com.mx as motorists are reminded to watch their Tastings, meals and cultural events. Valle de
Guadalupe-Santo To’mas, Ensenada.
www.fiestadelavendimia.com
Real Estate Agents/
Developments Cool Things to Do in Rocky Point SEP 4-7 SAN CARLOS, SON
1) Ogle sea turtles, octopus, sea horses, 5) Explore the Pinacate & Gran Desierto del 26th Labor Day Invitational
REMAX Legacy shrimp, various fish species, and sea lions at Altar Biosphere Reserve. The region is a 30- Fishing Tournament
Rocky Point CET-MAR Aquarium. mile wide volcanic field so reminiscent of the Cocktail party, raffle & auction kick off
602-334-4359 (011-52) 638-382-0010 moon that the Apollo astronauts once trained event on Fri, 6p at San Carlos Plaza Hotel.
Local #: 638-383-1425 Hosted by Friends of Sonora, which aids
www.realestaterockypoint.net 2) Head to Old Port to shop till you drop! there. It’s also the largest active dune field in
North America. local charities. bhammer@prodigy.net.mx
3) Visit CEDO (Center for the Study of Deserts or (011-52) 622-227-0114
Restaurants & Oceans) for free natural history talks; Eco- 6) Try deep sea fishing.
Tours are also available. In USA: 520-320- 7) Take a trip to Bird Island in the
Elvira’s Restaurant
Obregon #1
Nogales, Sonora
5473; In Mexico: 638-382-0113
4) Take a cruise, there are all kinds from sunset
Sea of Cortez.
8) If you’ve never been four-wheeling, this is the San Felipe, B.C.
011-52-631-313-4773 margarita cruises to dolphin watching cruises. place to start! San Felipe was founded in 1916 as a com-
mercial fishing port. Increasingly, however,
La Roca Restaurant & Bar this town of 25,000 derives its principal
Calle Elias No. 91 income from tourism and retirement living.
Nogales, Sonora Avid anglers will enjoy sport-fishing tours
Welcome to Paradise
011-52-631-312-0760 in the Sea of Cortez. Other outdoor activities
www.larocarestaurant.com
include parasailing, banana boat rides, and
exploring the sand dunes on an ATV or dune
RV Campgrounds buggy.
Playa De Oro RV Resort
Rocky Point
Sea of Cortez Rentals
Located on the Sea of Cortez, the
Wildlife viewing is another attraction, and
visitors can observe sea lions while visiting
Local #: 638-383-2668
SUMMER SPECIALS Konsag Island or take a boat trip to see whales
www.playadeoro-rv.com lovely Mexican resort community (MAY 1 - AUG 1) in their natural environment.
of San Carlos offers something for 1BD - $50 Golfers can tee up at Las Caras De México
everyone. For water sports enthusi- 2BD - $80
Vacation Rentals asts, there are beautiful sand beaches, 3BD - $120
championship golf course at El Dorado
Ranch. The 18-hole, 7,152-yard course offers a
Rocky Point Reservations spectacular diving and snorkeling, full-service Clubhouse and Pro Shop facilities.
800-247-4527
602-439-1556 kayaking, and offshore fishing. The lively center of town is bursting with
8004276259 San Carlos is only a 255 mile, 4-hour restaurants, taco stands, and souvenir stalls.
www.rockypointres.com drive from Nogales, AZ on Hwy 15, Roving musicians add a cheerful ambiance.
a safe four-lane divided highway. www.seaofcortezrentals.com San Felipe is located 125 miles south of the
Sea of Cortez
800-247-4527 border between Calexico, CA and Mexicali,
www.seaofcortezrentals.com Baja California. The primary route to town is
Mexico’s Federal Highway 5.
www.sanfelipe.com.mx
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I’ve decided to drive through the the high country. Time for fuel for the car a good one. We all shared plates... we had
Vaca
Canyon De Chelly National Monument
PO Box 558 Navajo Nation for a couple of days. and the family. Navajo taco, Navajo vegetable stew with
Indian Route 7 I have the summer to 2:00pm - We’re in Tuba tortillas and frybread, along with squash
Chinle, AZ 86503 spend a good vacation with City, an hour’s drive from and corn with potatoes... it was all very de-
928-674-5500 my family; but want to be a Flagstaff. It’s become known licious. Now time to check-in for the night.
Navajo Code Talkers Museum smart traveler. This is a great as the “hub of Northern The Quality Inn Navajo Nation in Tuba
PO Box 247 opportunity to show my Arizona.” Every major at- City has wonderful comfortable beds and a
Tuba City, AZ 86045 family our Arizona “back- traction within a 1.5 hour relaxing environment.
928-640-0684
yard.” time frame. We completed 5:00pm - We set up for a sunset walk
Navajo Museum, Library, 8:00am - We’re off the 2-hour self-guided tour around the block, and call it a night. We
and Visitor’s Center towards Navajoland. I have through the Explore Navajo come back to the coffee house to relax and
Highway 264 and Loop Road driven through a time or Interactive Museum. It have a nice cup of coffee. Time to take the
P.O. Box 1840
Window Rock, AZ 86515 two, but never really stop to was wonderful!!, this new map out again and plan for tomorrow... oh
928-871-7941 enjoy the attractions. Coffee cup is ready, museum has almost everything covered, but wait, more updates on the free wifi ac-
bags are packed, and our spontaneity is along with the Navajo Code Talkers exhibit. cess they have here.
Lodging ready to go. There is so much we didn’t know about the 8:00pm - Day One.. check! Good night
Quality Inn Navajo Nation Capital 10:30am - Just made it to Flagstaff. What Navajo Culture. Built by the Navajo artistic and safe travels to all...
48 West Highway 264 , a great drive, and so much cooler up here in community, this has got to be a stop on
Window Rock, AZ 86515
928-871-4108, 800-662-6189
Quality Inn Navajo Nation Zuni Cultural Arts Expo Apache
10 North Main Street ,
Tuba City, AZ 86045 An Authentic Cultural Experience Arts & Crafts
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By Tom R. Kennedy, 505-782-7238 Festival
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Page, AZ 86040 In addition to seeing the best of Zuni July 25, 2009
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928-645-8851, 866-645-8851
authentic of Zuni arts at the Zuni
Cultural Arts Expo! This year’s annu- arts and artists in one location, the 10 am – 3 pm
Navajo Parks al Arts Expo will be held from August 15 Expo will feature traditional Zuni dance
groups, artist demonstrations, a variety Hawley Lake in the Cool
to 16 at the Zuni Visitor & Arts Center White Mountains
Monument Valley, 435-727-5874 located on State Hwy. 53, the same time of regional and Native American foods,
Antelope Canyon, 928-698-2808 Artist Booths • Crown Dancers • Storytelling
as the Gallup Inter-Tribal Ceremonial. and cultural and arts displays in the
Little Colorado River Gorge, Singers • Food • Vendors
928-679-2303 Customers who purchase arts at the Zuni Visitor Center. Drawings will be held for prizes
Four Corners Monument, Expo can do so with a peace of mind, While in the Zuni or the Gallup area,
928-871-6647 check out some of the twenty-seven sites Rt. 473 off Rt. 260, near Hawley Lake Store
since all artists who participate in the
Window Rock Veteran’s Memorial, Expo guarantee the authenticity of their on the Ancient Way Arts Trail (AWAT) -
928-871-6637 WMAT Office of Tourism
work and materials. New Mexico’s first designated multi-arts 928-338-1230
Bowl Canyon Recreation Area,
928-871-6647 trail. Sites on the AWAT represent over
navajonationparks.org 650 participating artists from Gallup to
Zuni to Grants, including Zuni, Navajo,
Shopping Anglo, Hispanic - traditional as well as AUTHENTIC
contemporary artists. Many thousands NATIVE AMERICAN
Navajo Arts & Crafts Enterprise Stores
Cameron, AZ 86020 of other artists and dozens of arts busi-
ARTS, CRAFTS
Highway 89 & 64 nesses can be found throughout this
928-679-2244 arts-rich region. & JEWELRY
Chinle, AZ 86503 Visit www.ancientwayartstrail.com for Visit the most popular rest area/view
Highway 191 & Route 7 more details about the Ancient Way Arts point in the Coconino National Forest,
928-674-5338 Trail as well as regional attractions. the Oak Creek Vista Overlook.
Kayenta, AZ 86033 Enjoy scenic views of the Mogollon
Highway 160 & 163 Don’t Miss This! Rim, Oak Creek Canyon and Sedona.
928-328-8120 AUG 1-2 FLAGSTAFF Interact with Native American Vendors
and take a piece of their culture and
Tonalea, AZ 86044 60th Annual Navajo Festival tradition home with you!
Highway 160 ST RD 564 of Arts & Culture
928-672-2600 Museum of Northern AZ - 70+ artists Oak Creek Vista Overlook
create innovative expressions of tradi- on Hwy 89A (14 miles south of Flagstaff)
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GRAND CANYON Holiday Inn
777 N. Pinal Ave.
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800-538-2345
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SCOTTSDALE
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Mormon Lake RV
Mormon • Free continental breakfast daily
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Orchard Ranch Senior RV Resort
• Pool and Spa, Pickle-ball, Volleyball, badminton
402
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146
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