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2016-2017

Featuring Community Profile | Health Care | History | Organizations | Schools | Recreation | Attractions

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The immediate area offers two premium golf courses, several state parks, several small lakes, and an abundance of trails for hiking, biking, ATV use, and horseback riding. There are also several historic sites to visit such as Montezuma’s Castle, Montezuma’s Well, Tuzigoot, and Fort Verde State Historic Park. Early inhabitants, the Hohokam and Sinagua followed by the Apaches, Yavapai Tribes, and settlers of European descent, have left a rich heritage which has enhanced the appeal of the valley. Another attraction is the Verde Canyon Railway in Clarkdale, which takes visitors on a scenic train ride through history and through beautiful areas that cannot be seen by automobile.

The early growth of the Verde Valley centered on agriculture and mining. Today the economic foundation consists mainly of manufacturing, retail, recreation, tourism, and retirement related industries. An influx of retirees also attracts and expands the core services they require, which includes real estate, financial, legal, investment planning, and of course health care.

The Verde Valley’s high quality of life continues to attract people from all walks of life, thus creating a continuous demand for housing. Several master-planned communities are under development in Cottonwood, Camp Verde, and Clarkdale and its immediate environs. A large variety of house models and price ranges are available. Some planned communities include a golf course, pool, and clubhouse. A great deal of thought, planning, and governmental approval has gone into each of these projects, insuring high quality development for the community.

In the heart of Arizona, encompassing about 714 square miles amidst a beautiful and rich historic area, lies the lovely Verde Valley. The Verde River winds its way through the valley communities and provides a variety of recreational activities. Fishing, swimming, hiking, camping, and wildlife watching are just some of the activities to be enjoyed. About 80% of the nearby area is National Forest land.

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CONTENTS Climate & Location ................................................. 2Top Employers .......................................................... 3Community Profiles .............................................. 4–8 Cottonwood ...................................................4-5 Camp Verde ..................................................6-7 Clarkdale ........................................................7-8 Education .............................................................9-11Health Care ............................................................ 12Art Galleries ............................................................ 13Senior Living ............................................................ 14Cultural Attractions ............................................... 15Vineyards & Wineries ............................................. 16History ...................................................................... 17Local Attractions ................................................... 18Golf .......................................................................... 19Day Trips .............................................................20-21 Restaurants ........................................................ 22-23 Organizations & Clubs .......................................... 24 Places of Worship .................................................. 25 Annual Events ......................................................... 26 Important Numbers ............................................... 27 Index ........................................................................ 28

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Location & Climate

Annual precipitation averages about 12” in the Valley, while daytime maximum temperatures range from approximately 58°F in the coldest winter months to about 100°F during the warmest summer months. Clean, smog-free air typically exists throughout the Verde Valley area, with many days having blue skies and sunshine.

This high desert region exhibits many different types of terrain. Millions of years ago the valley was a land of lush grassland and marshes. Today, large green cottonwood trees grow abundantly along the Verde River, which flows through the valley. Bounded by the Mingus Mountain Range, the towering red rocks of Sedona, and deep canyons, the Verde Valley displays some of the most majestic scenery to be found in Arizona.

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The Verde Valley elevation ranges from about 3,133’ at Camp Verde to about 3,300’ at Cottonwood, typically providing good weather conditions and allowing plenty of time for outdoor activities.


Community Profile

COTTONWOOD APS 1250 East Highway 89A (928) 646-8412, www.aps.com

City of Cottonwood, Human Resources 816 N. Main St. (928) 340-2713 Applications available at www.cottonwoodaz.gov/careers

Cottonwood-Oak Creek School District #6 1 N. Willard St. (928) 634-2288 [email protected] We are primarily an elementary school district serving students in grades from pre-kindergarten through eighth grade in Cottonwood and Cornville. We also offer our K-12 Arizona iZone institute which supports online education.

Cottonwood Village Independent and Assisted Living Over 60 employees 201 East Mingus Avenue (877) 929-8109 or visit www.capitalsenior.com/careers

Griffith Enterprises, Inc. 6000 E. Coury Drive (928) 634-3685, or email us at: [email protected] Manufacturer of complex, specialized electrical interconnect harnesses, systems controls and ground support equipment designed for the aerospace, defense, and affiliated industries.

Home Depot 1030 S. State Route 260 (928)649-3758 www.careers.homedepot.com/ Become part of the team that’s been recognized nationally with environmental awards for business strength and as a reputable company.

Mingus Union High School Human Resources 1801 E. Fir, (928) 634-7531 Our district employs exceptional people who thrive on challenge and are dedicated to students. www.mingusunion.com.

Safeway 1635 E. Cottonwood Ln. 928-634-3711 www.careersatsafeway.com/ At Safeway, we offer a range of career opportunities in a dynamic retail environment. We are an innovative

Fortune 100 Company that, thanks to the professionalism, diversity, spirit and friendliness of our people, is thriving in many locations across the U.S. and Canada.

Salt River Materials Group 601 Cement Plant Rd., Clarkdale, AZ (800) 458-7405 www.srmaterials.com Started by Phoenix Cement in 1959, this native American owned cement manufacturing plant has a great record of supporting the local community.

Spectrum Healthcare 651 W. Mingus Ave. (928) 634-2236 We offer our employees competitive salaries and an excellent benefits package, as well as state of the art facilities with beautiful panoramic views. Full-time positions include company paid health, dental, long term disability, and life insurance, as well as generous paid time off, and 401(k) benefits. www.spectrum healthcare-group.com/employment-opportunities/

Verde Valley Medical Center 269 S. Candy Lane, Cottonwood (Main Hospital) 1298 Finnie Flat Rd., Camp Verde 3700 W. State Route 89A, Sedona (928)634-2251 (928) 639-6391 www.nahealth.com

Wal-Mart Supercenter 2003 East Rodeo Dr. (928) 634-4530

CAMP VERDE Bashas’ 650 W. Finnie Flat Rd., Suite 1 (928) 567-4585

Yavapai County Jail 2830 Commonwealth Dr. #105

Camp Verde Unified School District 410 Camp Lincoln Rd. The three schools comprising this school District

are: Camp Verde Elementary (PreK-5), Camp Verde Middle School (6-8), Camp Verde High School (9-12) and South Verde High School (9-12). (928) 567-8000

Cliff Castle Casino 555 Middle Verde Rd. Human Resources Department (928) 567-7920. Typically offering a variety of career opportunities, such as employment opportunities in gaming, finance, public safety, marketing, food and beverage, hotel staff positions, and more. www.cliffcastlecasinohotel.com/contact-us/

Town of Camp Verde 473 S. Main Street (928) 554-0011, www.campverde.az.gov/government/human-resources-2/

Yavapai County Human Resources Department (928) 771-3252 www.governmentjobs.com/careers/yavapai


Community Profile

Located in the picturesque Verde Valley of central Arizona lies the thriving community of Cottonwood, named for the beautiful cottonwood trees growing along the banks of the Verde River. The area’s rich historical heritage, coupled with outstanding recreational activities makes it an ideal place to live for both families and retired folks. Cottonwood began as a farm settlement in the late 1870’s and developed along with the progress of the neighboring mining town of Jerome. The city has grown to become the trading and population center of the Verde Valley. Relatively new shopping centers, plazas, and professional offices share business with a quaint old town area. Historic Old Town Cottonwood provides visitors and residents alike with an atmosphere of an old west style main street with high sidewalks and false fronted buildings.

There are a variety of quality educational

institutions available for elementary thru college study.

Verde Valley Medical Center, located in Cottonwood, is one of the finest diagnostic and treatment centers in Northern Arizona.

A great variety of housing exists throughout the Cottonwood area from moderate housing to luxurious homes with magnificent views. For the elderly, assisted living complexes and several local nursing homes are also available.

Adjacent to Cottonwood, the comfortable suburban community of Verde Village has also become a haven for retirees and recreation seekers. Developed in 1970, Verde Village is unincorporated. The small town atmosphere of the Cottonwood area is one of friendliness, helpfulness, and close community spirit with an attitude of pro-quality growth. Other factors making Cottonwood a great place to live are clean water and air, low property taxes, affordable medical care plus lots of warm weather and sunshine.

Services and Facilities Cottonwood offers a library, civic center, a recreation center, several parks, swimming pool, multi-complex softball fields, soccer fields, plus tennis, and basketball courts. There are also two local golf courses nearby. The community also offers senior citizen facilities such as skilled health care, supervisory care, and retirement centers.

The Parks and Recreation Department facilities include the Cottonwood Tennis Center, Main Street Gym, the Cottonwood Aquatics Center, along with parks (including a major riverfront park), Lion’s Park, and Garrison Park, multi-complex softball fields, climbing wall, fitness center, game room, soccer fields, and basketball courts. The community also offers youth activities through the Boys & Girls Club of Cottonwood. There are some quality adult care options available for older adults with mental or physical limitations and great child care facilities too! Health services include Spectrum Healthcare, Verde Valley Medical Center, a wide range of healthcare providers, ambulance service, several nursing homes, plus assisted living and independent living complexes. The Verde Valley Senior Citizens Association, has it’s Senior Center at 500 E. Cherry St. in Cottonwood. They offer nutrition programs and various activities, home delivered meals, and transportation. For more information about their programs, call (928) 634-5450.

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Financial Cottonwood offers several financial institutions with local branch offices. Cottonwood businesses may be eligible for assistance in financing fixed assets through the Finance and Administration Division of the Arizona Department of Commerce. Information on private activity bonds within the city may be obtained from the same source or from the Industrial Development Authority of Cottonwood, 827 N. Main St., Cottonwood.

The Cty of Cottonwood has a city council consisting of a mayor, vice mayor, and five council members who have a goal of maintaining a uniquely desirable and sustainable community. There is also a police department and a fire department with both full-time and volunteer personnel.

Industrial Facilities There are many acres of industrial parks with electricity, gas, and water located in the Cottonwood area. The Cottonwood Economic Development Council at (928) 340-2740, 821 N. Main St., is focused on strengthening existing businesses and recruiting new firms to enhance the economy and community. cottonwoodaz.gov/cottonwoodedc/index.html

Population 1990 2000 2010 Cottonwood 5,918 9,179 11,265 Source: US Census Bureau and Arizona Dept. of Economic Security

Cottonwood Utilities Electricity APS (928) 646-8412 Telephone CenturyLink (855) 895-7392 Water & Sewer Cottonwood Municipal Water (928) 634-0186

Cottonwood Area Home Values Median List Price $229,900 Median Sales Price $172,500 Past One Year Change +7.9% Median Home Value $188,800

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Camp Verde

THE COMMUNITY OF CAMP VERDE is located in the Verde River Valley. The town consists of fields of flat river-plain, traversed by the Verde River (18 miles of river lies within the town limits) and its tributaries, with desert hills and mesas rising in the forefront of the distant mountains. Beyond the immediate settlement, the land is public, mostly administered by the U.S. Forest Service. The oldest town in the Verde Valley, Camp Verde, was established in 1865 and the town incorporated in 1986. The town is located at the geographic center of the state of Arizona at an elevation of about 3,160 feet. The major employment in the Camp Verde area is provided by construction, ranching, farming, light-industry, trade and service, a casino, and the government.

Attractions such as the Fort Verde State Park, Montezuma Castle National Monument, and Montezuma Well, as well as excellent hunting, fishing, and recreational opportunities generate retail and service trade in the community. Camp Verde is also attracting increasing numbers of retirees who enjoy its relatively mild, dry, four-season climate. Fort Verde State Park will hold their Fort Verde Days (started in 1956) on October 7-9, 2016, offering a glimpse into the past at this historic site. The annual Camp Verde Cornfest is another big shindig for the community held at the height of corn harvest season in the later part of July. Next year it will be held on July 14-15, 2017. There are also free birding excursions on Saturday, July 15, from the Cornfest which explains the history of the Verde River while seeing and hearing an abundance of birds living there.

There are several farms and ranches along with new housing developments and master planned communities in this country-like environment. Camp Verde offers quality health care, good education, and quality affordable housing amidst an abundance of recreation and beautiful surroundings.

There are also about 4 local wineries to enjoy. The Farmer’s Market normally runs from June thru September, every Saturday from 8am to 12:00pm at the Redinger Ramada.

The Out of Africa Wildlife Park offers a great wildlife adventure at 3505 W. State Route 260,

Camp Verde. River rafting down the Verde River is another adventure available in the area.

Community Services and Facilities Camp Verde offers a broad range of community facilities, including a library, museum, recreation center, basketball court, several baseball, soccer and football fields, skateboard park, four other community parks, and a community swimming pool.

The Department of Parks and Recreation offers swimming lessons and seasonal programs and events at the Camp Verde Heritage Community Pool. The pool is normally open starting Memorial Day Weekend thru the start of the regular school year in early August and periodically thru September. Camp Verde has approximately 45 acres of developed parks within its incorporated area, including joint park/educational facilities.

Health Services Verde Valley Medical Center is in the top 5% of hospitals for patient safety, has 99 beds and is in nearby Cottonwood. Affiliated with this “A” rated medical center, is the Camp Verde Health Center at 460 Finnie Flat Rd. in Camp Verde. For more information and appointments call (928) 567-5257. There are several dentists located in Camp Verde, a guidance clinic, health clinic, and ambulance services are available.

The Camp Verde Senior Center, located at 263 Maryvale Dr., is normally open Monday thru Friday, 9am to 3pm. Currently, they offer daily, weekday lunches, and the food is home-cooked and plentiful; plus the company is lively. They also have Wi-Fi internet services, computers, a pool table, and more!! Be sure to visit our thrift store downstairs when you stop by. The thrift store has great bargains and is open during Senior Center hours.


The town of Camp Verde is governed by a mayor, vice mayor, five council members, and a town manager. Law enforcement is provided by the marshal’s and sheriff’s departments. They also encourage local citizens to participate in their VIPS (Volunteer In Police Services) program which trains participants in their 10 week academy to assist with Citizens on Patrol, Neighborhood Watch, crime prevention, special projects, SMART deployment, and more. Animal control is provided by the Camp Verde Marshal’s office where they can hold animals up to five days. After that time they will place the animal with foster care or put it in a rescue shelter.

Fire Protection The Fire District (independent of municipal government) includes three fire stations, and has a full-time staff of about 26, including chief, deputy chief, and numerous firefighters. Paramedic and emergency technicians are available, as well as an ambulance service, rescue services, and a hazardous materials response.

Camp Verde Historical Society runs a museum in downtown Camp Verde that displays exhibits on the early pioneering days of Camp Verde. The museum’s collection includes photographs, artwork, and other printed material that touches on the many different groups who have called the area home, such as soldiers, Indians, town settlers, farmers, miners, mail riders, and business owners.

The Camp Verde Historical Society, which is concerned about the preservation and reconstruction of significant buildings and sites, administers two historic buildings: The Hance House, furnished with antiques from contributors; and Clear Creek Church, built between 1898 and 1903. The Hance House, built in 1916-17 is furnished with period furniture and can be seen by appointment or during Fort Verde Days or other special events. The Clear Creek Church can be rented occasionally for weddings or funerals. The Camp Verde Historical Society museum, run by volunteers, is open limited hours on Tuesdays and Saturdays.

Population 1990 2000 2010 Camp Verde 6,243 9,451 10,873

Camp Verde Utilities Electricity APS (800) 253-9405 Telephone CenturyLink (877) 510-3957Water Camp Verde Water System (928) 567-5281 Sewer Camp Verde Sanitary District (928) 567-6794 Waste Collection (928) 649-2662Camp Verde Area Home Values Median List Price $235,000 Median Sales Price $156,500 Past One Year Change +4.9% Median Home Value $201,600

ClarkdaleClarkdale is located at the upper end of the Verde Valley in Yavapai County, approximately 110 miles north of Phoenix and south of the Grand Canyon at an elevation of

about 3,540 feet. Topography of the area is characterized by numerous mesas and buttes along the rise from the Verde River on the east, at about 3,300 feet, to the Mingus Mountains on the west, at about 7,000 feet.

Clarkdale originally developed as a service center for the mining area nearby. The growing population of this area spurred the housing and construction industries, which promoted active retail and service sectors within a few miles of the community.

The town of Clarkdale, Arizona is still a growing community and is considered the gateway to the Sycamore Canyon Wilderness Area in the beautiful Verde Valley.

Originally founded in 1912, Clarkdale is renowned as the first master planned community in the State of Arizona. Known as a true “company town”, Clarkdale was initially founded by the United Verde Copper Company to provide housing and services for the employees of the copper smelter. The extensive smelter complex was located near the Verde River and processed the copper ore that was produced from the mines in Jerome for about 40 years, from the period of about 1913-1953.

Unlike other company towns of the period that grew without much detailed planning, Clarkdale was designed and built from a carefully crafted, unified master plan. The main town site was located on a ridge overlooking the industrial smelter complex and was developed with residential housing for various income levels, a commercial zone, an administrative center, schools, parks and recreational areas, and cultural facilities. The town planners intended to include all the parts typically found in a small town within a comprehensive design plan. Today, the original town site of Clarkdale is recognized as a Historic District on the National Register of Historic Places.

Clarkdale still remains as a good model of urban planning today. The original rail line that served the smelter is now used as a scenic excursion train, the Verde Canyon Railroad, which provides sightseers a four-hour round trip of the Sycamore Canyon Wilderness Area and Verde River. In addition to the excursion branch, the Arizona Central Railroad (the parent company of the Verde Canyon Railroad) ships materials by rail to Salt River Materials Group, a local cement manufacturer.

Clarkdale’s historic Downtown Business District possesses many treasured historic buildings and serves as the heart of Clarkdale’s government, cultural, and historic core. The Town of Clarkdale, with the local business owners in the downtown area, has supported improvements over the years to keep the downtown district thriving. The Downtown Business District includes a variety of businesses, such as restaurants, taverns, a service station, art gallery, light manufacturing facilities, and some internet based businesses. The Clarkdale Historical Society and Museum is also located in the downtown district.

Salt River Materials Group The Phoenix Cement Company, headquartered in Phoenix, operates a cement plant in Clarkdale. Originally built in 1959 by the American Cement Company to make cement for construction of the Glen Canyon Dam on the Colorado River, the Clarkdale plant produces Portland cement, fly ash,

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and gypsum for a regional market.

While Phoenix Cement has always kept its name, it has changed owner-ship a few times over the years. From 1971 to 1979, the company was a division of Amcord, a large producer of cement, coal, and other construction materials. In 1979, Gifford-Hill purchased the company and operated it within its family of cement plants. In 1987, Phoenix Cement was purchased by its current owners, the Salt River Pima-Maricopa Indian Community.

Over the five-plus decades of Phoenix Cement’s existence, it has undergone many changes. Upgrades in almost every phase of the cement operation have led to great improvements in quality, production, and safety. In 1999, Phoenix Cement’s Clarkdale plant was rated as the safest cement plant in North America, with almost 8 years no lost-time, accident free operation. The fly ash operation, with multiple sources and distribution points, has become an increasingly large complement to the cement business. The Verde Gypsum Mine was purchased in 1998, giving Phoenix Cement an assured, local source of raw material.

Clarkdale’s location makes the varied scenic, historic, and recreational areas of the Verde Valley and north central Arizona easily accessible. Historic Main-Town Clarkdale preserves its “model town” look and an ambiance perfect for walking tours. A free map for a walking tour of historic Clarkdale, which includes buildings constructed in the 1920’s by the mining company that founded the town, is available at the Clark Memorial Library at 39 N. 9th Street. There is also a wealth of information at the Clarkdale Historical Society and Museum located at 900 First North Street, call (928) 649-1198 for more info.

Clarkdale is considered a Centennial Town since it was founded in 1912, the same year that Arizona became a state. It is known as one of the first master planned communities in Arizona.

Efforts to preserve the model town features of the community while meeting new challenges include a downtown revitalization program that in 1997-98 enlisted students from the University of Arizona’s Landscape Architecture School. Among their recommendations was a tree-shaded traffic circulation pattern for Main Street. A Clarkdale Strategic Plan for Economic Development, published in November 1995, describes ways in which Clarkdale is expanding its residential and economic base, as well as its goals for manageable tourism.

The Town of Clarkdale, in February 1999, received a $500,000 grant from the Arizona Department of Transportation for beautification and enhancement of its historic downtown area. The grant permitted construction of wider sidewalks, planting of trees, and other landscaping features.

The Town of Clarkdale is also the home of the Made In Clarkdale Art Show, which started in 1986. Made In Clarkdale became a non-profit arts organization in 2012. Today it has over 40 artists who participate in Made In Clarkdale sponsored events and projects. In addition to the annual Made In Clarkdale Art Show, they offer the artists the opportunities to show their art work year round through special art exhibits or events in the Verde Valley, and through our Art in Public Spaces program. In 2016, Made In

Clarkdale will be hosting the 30th Year of Made In Clarkdale December Show. This year there will be an all new format showcasing Made In Clarkdale artists. The show runs from December 1st (10am to 7pm) thru Dec. 4th. The Gala Friday night celebration is is Friday December 2nd from 6 pm to 9 PM. The show will be held at the Clark Memorial Clubhouse located at 39 S. 9th St. in Clarkdale.

The Verde Canyon Railroad is another gem in Clarkdale, taking riders on this historic, restored train from Clarkdale to Perkinsville and back (Arizona’s other Grand Canyon). This scenic trip takes you through ancient ruins, a lively river habitat, remnants of the area’s mining history, and much more.

Community Facilities Clarkdale offers a range of community facilities including a library and five parks which have several ball fields, basketball courts, playgrounds and picnic areas in them.

Clark Memorial Library, open five days a week, is part of the large Yavapai Library Network and has many great materials including a wide variety of books (adult, large print, young adult, children’s, Spanish, reference, and encyclopedias); audio visual books on tape and video cassettes; local newspapers, magazines, and atlases. They also have many e-services available and have six public computers, four lap tops and free Wi-Fi for library patrons to use.

The Clarkdale Parks and Recreation Department has some great facilities including the Selna Ball Field, which has a lighted Little League Field with dugouts; Mongini Park, which has a playground, basketball court, and picnic area with grills; Clarkdale Town Park, which has a playground, gazebo/bandstand, rest rooms, picnic area, and large turf area; Caballero Park, which has a playground, picnic area, and basketball court; and Centerville Park, which has a playground, picnic area with grills, basketball court. and rest rooms.

In the summertime, Clarkdale typically offers free concerts from a wide variety of genres at 1001 Main St. in the Town Park Gazebo at Clarkdale Town Park. The schedule can be found at www.clarkdale.az.gov. There are also other events typically sponsored by the Town of Clarkdale, such as Art In Public Places at the Manheim Gallery, trips scheduled to see the Diamondbacks play, Clarkdale Poker Stroll in September, Verde River Poker Run, and Clarktoberfest.

Education: Clarkdale has one public elementary school (K-8) (Clarkdale-Jerome School), the high school is in Cottonwood.

Population 1990 2000 2010 Clarkdale 2,144 3,422 4,097

Clarkdale Utilities Public Works (928) 639-2550 Utilities Department (928) 639-2520Clarkdale Area Home Values Median List Price $277,900 Median Sales Price $231,000 Past One Year Change +8.5% Median Home Value $244,900


Education

COTTONWOOD-OAK CREEK SCHOOL DISTRICT MISSION STATEMENT: students will be provided the tools necessary to develop the highest possible level of achievement and encouraged to be lifelong learners through: partnership with family and community, highest level of staff training, excellent facilities, embracing cultural diversity, providing a wide range of learning methods and experiences in a safe environment.

GOVERNING BOARD ACADEMIC ACHIEVEMENT GOALS 1. increase literacy achievement 2. increase the achievement of english language learners 3. increase student engagement and rigor

The Cottonwood public school district has one high school, one middle school, four elementary schools and a K-12 az izone institute(online learning). the main district phone number is: (928) 634-2288. There are many post-secondary schooling opportunities in the area allowing students to earn degrees up to the masters level locally.

There are over 30 public, private, online, charter, and church related primary and secondary schools available in the Cottonwood area. Dr. Daniel Bright School is a public primary school for students in PK-2.

Cottonwood Elementary School is a public elementary school serving students in grades 3-5.

Cottonwood Middle School is a public school serving grades 6-8.

Tavasci Elementary School is a public school serving children in grades K-8.

Oak Creek School is nestled in the small community of Cornville. It is a PK–8 public school that has served the community for many years. This small, rural school also provides a community preschool.

Mountain View Preparatory School is a Cottonwood charter school serving grades K-8 and has been designated as an International Baccalaureate World School by passing requirements for this designation. Students who would like to get this recognition can sign up for the program at this school. (928) 649-8144

American Heritage Academy is a public charter school in Cottonwood serving grades K-12. (928) 634-2144. Our Mission:“Building Tomorrow’s Heroes Today”. We promote America’s founding principles through a classical liberal arts education fostering personal greatness, community service, strong academic and leadership skills, while reaffirming hope in a caring environment.

Verde Valley Christian School is a private Baptist affiliated school serving grades PK-5. (928) 634-3645

Verde Valley Seventh-Day Adventist School is a private Seventh-Day Adventist affiliated school serving grades K-8. (928) 634-7322

Cornerstone Christian Academy is a private Christian school serving grades 7-12. (928) 646-9299

Verde Valley Montessori School is a charter school serving grades K-8. (928) 634-3288

St. Joseph Catholic school is a private Catholic affiliated school serving grades PK-8. (928) 649-0624

Mingus Union High School District is rated in the top 1/3 of high schools nationwide. It serves over 1200 students from the Verde Valley area and hosts the Mingus Academy and Mingus Online Academy to provide alternative education opportunities. www.mingusunion.com, (928) 634-7531.

Vacte – Valley Academy for Career and Technology Education is a vocational/technical public school serving grades 9-12. (928) 634-7131 or 928-634-7531

Arizona Izone Institute is an Internet instructional program that offers an online education for grades K-12. This distance learning education program is sponsored by the Cottonwood-Oak Creek School District in partnership with Mesa Public Schools. (928) 634-2288 ext. 161

The education system in the Verde Valley is one that has maintained local control to respond to the needs of the community while preserving the accountability standards mandated by

state and federal governments. In standardized testing Verde Valley schools have performed in the upper half of the state standards. With only two exceptions all schools have been labeled

as maintaining or improving in the state standards. There are a wide range of programs that encourage diversity, respect, academic excellence, and career exploration in all schools.


CAMP VERDE Camp Verde Unified School District includes one elementary school, one middle school, and two high schools in their public school system.

Camp Verde Elementary School (PK-5) 210 Camp Lincoln Road, (928) 567-8060

Chester Newton Charter and Montessori School (K-5) Charter School, (928) 567-2363

American Heritage Academy (K-8) Charter School, (928) 567-0462

Camp Verde United Christian School (K-8) Private School, (928) 567-0415

Camp Verde Middle School (6-8) 370 Camp Lincoln (928) 567-8014

Sunnyside Charter and Montessori Schools (6-9) Charter School 30 Highway 260 East (928) 567-2363

Camp Verde High School (9-12) 1326 Montezuma Castle Rd., (928) 567-8035

South Verde High School (9-12) Charter School 426 S. Main St., (928) 567-8076

CLARKDALE Education High school students in Clarkdale attend Mingus Union High School in Cottonwood. The Clarkdale-Jerome Elementary School educates students from PK-8. (928) 634-5035

Post Secondary Education Post Secondary educational opportunities are plentiful

through a wide variety of training programs and the availability of higher education in Yavapai County. The Yavapai College Verde Valley Campus, which calls Clarkdale home, offers more than a dozen degree programs, around 20 certificate programs and a wide variety of enrichment classes.

Yavapai College Yavapai College is part of the Arizona State System of Community Colleges. A dynamic and vibrant college, it has three campuses, one in Prescott, one in Prescott Valley and (The Verde

Valley campus) in Clarkdale, with extension sites in Chino Valley and Sedona, serving the residents of Yavapai County. The Verde Valley Campus is located in Clarkdale at 601 Black Hills Drive and offers state of the art computers, library, learning center, art center, fitness center, and vineyard. A relatively new Southwest Wine Center has just been added which will not only educate students in the art of wine making and growing grapes, but will serve as a research hub for Southwest wine and a resource for growers

The Yavapai College Verde Valley Campus in Clarkdale is a beautiful, state-of-the-art campus that is poised to accommodate expected enrollment growth for years to come. The campus offers more than a dozen degree

programs, some 20 certificate programs and a selection of courses ranging from accounting to viticulture. As part of its mission, Yavapai College offers a strong transfer program, vocational education in a number of disciplines, and many special interest courses, both credit and non-credit, that meet a variety of personal or professional needs. Students can choose an associate degree from a variety of disciplines and earn an associate degree for transfer to a four-year university or college, as well as associate degrees in general studies, continuing studies, and applied science. Through its sophisticated use of technology, Yavapai College is able to offer courses between the campuses as well as to extension locations throughout the country, and many online courses. Many events are also offered on the campuses to the community such as concerts, seminars, and films that can be found at their website at www.yc.edu.

Yavapai College works closely with employers to provide customized training for employees and offers instruction to help potential employers develop small businesses. (928) 634-7501

Yavapai College’s commitment is to provide service and flexibility of programs to meet the needs of the existing

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and potential community members, businesses and organizations of the Verde Valley.

Northern Arizona University has partnered with Yavapai College at Verde Valley to give students there an opportunity to earn an Elementary Education degree in person or take one of the many online NAU courses to earn many other degrees at this NAU Verde Valley extension location. The students can also transfer to NAU in Flagstaff which has over 21,000 undergraduate students and offers over 140 Bachelor degree programs, over 70 Master degree programs, 13 Doctoral degrees and many Certificate programs. Visit www.nau.edu for additional information.

Prescott College Has their main campus located near downtown Prescott. Their main fields of study focus on liberal arts, the environment, and social justice. Prescott College is considered one of the nation’s best institutions for undergraduate education, according to The 2016 Princeton Review Best 380 List of Colleges. In addition to the Best 380 list, Prescott College has ranked among the Best Western Regional Colleges and was named among the 353 Green Colleges by the Princeton Review this year. Prescott College offers on campus B.A. and Masters of Arts programs and limited residency B.A., M.A., and Ph.D. degrees in which students design individual programs with the help of faculty mentors. There are a few field stations, such as Jenner Farm where several agriculture classes are held, the Kino Bay center on the western shores of Mexico, and the Walnut Creek Station, 45 miles Northwest of Prescott where students can perform research projects. The Crossroads Café on campus serves fresh, healthy, natural food, provides culinary training and is open year round. Annually the College offers many public events including social and political forums, artistic and cultural events, lectures, and numerous other educational opportunities, most of them at no charge. www.prescott.edu

Northcentral University Northcentral University (NCU) is a private, 100% online institution serving adult learners worldwide. Learners seeking higher education from a premier university experience the convenience of 100% online distance learning and NCU’s flexible term format designed to meet the needs of busy professionals. NCU has a School of Education, School of Psychology, School of Marriage and Family Science, and School of Business and Technology Management offering degrees from Bachelors to PhD and Certificate Programs. 10000 E. University Drive, Prescott Valley (866) 776-0331, www. ncu.edu

Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University Situated in the midst of natural wonders, Embry-Riddle’s Prescott, Arizona campus offers many programs of study to earn Bachelors, Masters, and PhD degrees, in Aeronautical Science thru Wildlife Science. They also offer an Aircraft Dispatcher Certificate Program, Professional Education Programs, Study Abroad Programs, Upward Bound Programs to help qualified local high school students get into college,

summer programs and camps, honors program, and a Language Institute that gives non-native students intensive English language instruction. There are many grants for undergraduate research at the Embry Riddle colleges of Aviation, Arts and Sciences, Engineering, and Security and Intelligence. www.prescott.erau.edu

Pieh Tool Company, Inc. The Bill Pieh Resource for Metalwork is a unique three-season metalworking school located in Camp Verde. The school’s mission is to foster interest and knowledge in metalworking crafts. They offer classes for both beginners and advanced artists in a variety of two and three day courses and several demonstrations taught by some of North America’s finest metal smiths. Students can get a 10% discount on many products sold at the store during class hours. 661 E. Howards Road, Suite J, Camp Verde (928) 554.0700, www.piehtoolco.com

Southwestern Academy at Beaver Creek At Southwestern Academy, living on campus is an important part of your educational experience here. As you live with classmates from around the world, you’ll learn more about other cultures and expand your horizons—and have lots of fun in the process! There is always someone around to hang out with, help with that math problem, or lend a listening ear when you need one. In our dorms and in our classrooms, lifelong friendships are made.

In northern Arizona, Southwestern Academy is 12 miles from the city of Sedona, an international tourist destination. Set in a stunning redrock canyon, this campus is a nature lover’s paradise. (928) 567-4581, www.southwesternacademy.edu

University of Arizona V Bar V Ranch In January 1995, The University of Arizona College of Agriculture and Life Sciences acquired the V Bar V Ranch on a gift/purchase basis. The acquisition was made possible through the use of private funds provided by College supporters and the UA Foundation.

Today, the 71,000 acre Agricultural Experiment Station continues as a working cattle ranch and serves as an educational and demonstration facility focusing on environmental, wildlife, and domestic livestock issues in

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Health Care

Spectrum Healthcare When it comes to healthcare for your body and your mind, the choice for the Verde Valley is clear: Spectrum Healthcare. Spectrum Healthcare is a leader in integrated healthcare, serving the healthcare needs of Northern Arizona for over 60 years. Our offices stretch from Cottonwood to Camp Verde, and because we know you want to feel better fast, we offer same day appointments and accept most insurance plans, including AHCCC. Our services include Primary Care for the whole family, Pediatrics, and Behavioral Health, which means

we can help you with a full array of health issues from sore throats and well child visits, to managing mental health issues, like depression or anxiety. Care isn’t a part of what we do, it’s everything we do. Our entire staff is dedicated to one thing: helping YOU feel better. This dedication to our patients well-being is why The Joint Commission has awarded Spectrum a Leader in Environment of Care, and Health Choice has designated Spectrum Healthcare an Integrated Health Home Center of Excellence. We look forward to becoming your healthcare home!! (928)634-2236 | www.SpectrumHealthcare-Group.com

Camp Verde Health Center The Camp Verde Health Center is located at 460 Finnie Flat Road in Camp Verde, between the Outpost Mall and Chase Bank. Quality healthcare services are provided at the facility, by appointment, for residents of Camp Verde, Rimrock, Lake Montezuma, and nearby areas through the Verde Valley Medical Clinic. Services include primary care, visiting specialists, laboratory work, medical imaging, and physical therapy. To make an appointment, call (928) 639-5555. Also see www.verdevalleymedicalclinic.com for additional information.

SPECIALTY PROGRAMS INCLUDE: EntireCare Rehabilitation and Sports Medicine Experts VVMC’s EntireCare Rehab and Sports Medicine, with facilities


Art Galleries

Zen Mountain Gallery presents an eclectic mix of contemplative and contemporary fine art, jewelry, pottery, and photography in scenic and historic Jerome, Arizona.

Zen Mountain Gallery is conveniently located in Jerome at 515 Main Street. Zen Mountain

Gallery’s distinctive style is shaped by Mull’s prior experience in art galleries, a life time of personal artistic endeavors, studies in fine art and art history, and from his commitment to being a high quality Gallerist and fine arts promoter.

Yester Day’s Fine Art Gallery located in the historic town of Jerome, AZ, the Yester Day’s Fine Art Gallery showcases the dynamic creations of artwork depicting the past history of our city. Open since April 2015, we desire to exhibit the most engaging pieces that truly portray the exciting past of Jerome. The gallery features original works by contemporary and traditional artists, in a variety of mediums that will inspire and engage your senses.

The gallery artwork includes contemporary art, portraits, landscapes, ceramics, metal sculptures, and older art pieces representing the 1953 era, and the prior booming mining industry of Jerome. Come visit our recently opened gallery to experience a fascinating collection of art from this earlier time. Our gallery will please art lovers and the tourists alike – each piece is sure to inspire. Located at 509 Main Street in Jerome. Also visit our website at www.yesterdaysfineartgallery.com, or call us at (928) 649-0889.

in Cottonwood, Camp Verde, Sedona, and the Village of Oak Creek, offers comprehensive sports medicine therapy; physical, occupational, and hand therapy; speech, language, and swallowing therapy, and many other services. Licensed therapists provide rehabilitation after injury or surgery, as well as treatment to decrease pain and increase range of motion for chronic degenerative conditions. www.verdevalleymedicalcenter.com

Cardiac Arrest Center As a state-designated Cardiac Arrest Center, VVMC provides comprehensive, technologically advanced care to patients experiencing sudden cardiac arrest. At VVMC’s Cardiac Catheterization Lab, an interventional cardiologist is available 24 hours a day, seven days a week. During an emergency, cardiologists work closely with the emergency physicians, a team of expert staff, and local EMS personnel to ensure the most rapid response. These protocols help to save lives as well as preserve heart muscle and prevent brain damage.

VVMC has performed more than 2,000 coronary interventional procedures. The Catheterization Lab team consists of board certified cardiologists, specialty-trained nurses, and cardiac radiology technicians. A large number of minimally invasive procedures are performed in the hospital’s Catheterization Lab, including balloon angioplasties, the insertion of stents, pacemakers, and defibrillators.

Orthopedic Program Since opening in 2002, VVMC’s Orthopedic Program has gained national recognition as a center of excellence. The program provides highly skilled specialists who focus on the prevention, diagnosis and treatment of bone injuries and diseases of bones, joints, and other parts of the musculoskeletal system.

There are many other services provided by the Verde Valley Medical Center: (928) 634-2251 www.verdevalleymedicalcenter.com


Senior Living

The Verde Valley Senior Center The center is located at the former train engine repair shop at 500 East Cherry Street, Cottonwood, off 6th Street. (928) 634-5450, www.verdevalleyseniorcenter.org

The Verde Valley Senior Center provides a lifeline to hundreds of senior citizens throughout the Verde Valley. The Verde Valley Senior Citizens’ Association, Inc. is a non-profit organization whose main objective is to enrich the lives of senior citizens and Verde Valley communities by providing wholesome meals, safe, convenient transportation, and promoting social and

recreational activities for all to enjoy.

The Center provides good, hot, nutritious meals Monday thru Friday in a congregate setting in their unique dining room and delivers Meals-on-Wheels to the home bound. The Verde Valley Senior Center offers many other services, which include social activities, interaction with youth and special events, health and wellness programs, blood pressure checks, Veteran Counseling, grief and loss seminars, AARP free tax aide services for all ages, AARP Drivers Ed, NACOG’s Medicare programs and free Notary services for seniors. The Verde Valley Senior Center also offers seminars on fall prevention and Matter of Balance, defeating depression, lifting, home safety, emergency preparedness, hearing checks and hearing aid cleaning, healthy living class, and several other events in support of our local communities and agencies.

We are also the home for the Old Time Fiddlers, Clarkdale/Verde Kiwanis Club, and Verde Valley Realtors.

Wellness clinics with blood pressure checks, fall prevention and Matter of Balance seminars, defeating depression, lifting, home safety, emergency preparedness, hearing checks and hearing aid cleaning, healthy living, stroke prevention, and free shoes for diabetics are offered on a fairly regular basis.

There is music most days from 11:30am to 12:30pm, exercise class, Bingo, Pinochle, Nintendo Wii, Texas Hold’em, knitting, crochet, cross stitch, and embroidery groups. www.verdevalleyseniorcenter.org

For meal reservations call (928) 634-5450. Lunch is normally served at noon Monday thru Friday.

Local Assisted Living Facilities Austin House 195 S. Willard ...........................................................(928) 634-4278

Carefree Assisted Living Center 22 S. Seventh St. .....................................................(928) 649-9624

Christian Care Cottonwood 859 S. 12th St. .......................................................... (928) 634-7571

Cottonwood Village 201 E. Mingus Ave. ................................................. (877) 929-8109

Country Care Assisted Living Homes 3940 E. Cassie Lane ............................................... (928) 852-7260

Gracious Granny’s 1420 S. Bates Rd. ....................................................(928) 282-3656

Mingus Manor Assisted Living Home 25 W. Fir St. ............................................................... (928) 634-1028

Mingus Terrace Assisted Living Home 1236 S. Pioneer Dr. .................................................. (928) 852-7532


Cultural Attractions

Cultural attractions in the Verde Valley area include the arts, history, ethnic cultures, recreation, community events, and education.

Old Town Cottonwood This historic five block strip along Route 89A (also known as Main Street) maintains much of the atmosphere of the early part of this century, when most of the buildings in the area were built. It offers a variety of interesting shops, many locally owned, which offer items from antiques and clothing to wine tasting and a nice selection of restaurants. The two-story, brick Willard House, built on Main Street around 1890 by an early settler, is the town’s oldest known house. The Old Town Center for the Arts is one of the best theaters for live music, comedy, and other entertainment.

Montezuma’s Castle, a spectacular look at ancient cliff dwellings, is a National Monument operated by the National Park Service. The Visitor’s Center has amazing exhibits teaching about life in the Verde Valley area hundreds of years ago with many artifacts on display. Montezuma’s Well is nearby and charges no fee to see the canals and well established hundreds of years ago. (928) 567-3322

The Fort Verde State Park Museum in Camp Verde contains military artifacts, Indian relics, and other items used by the settlers and Indians. Camp Verde typically celebrates Fort Verde Days in October with living history presentations, a vintage baseball game, special presentations, cavalry drills, plus more, and offers a glimpse into the area’s past.

The Clemenceau Heritage Museum in Cottonwood opened in 1991 and is maintained and operated by the volunteers from the Verde Historical Society. The Clemenceau Heritage museum seeks to preserve and display the artifacts and heritage of the Verde Valley area. The Museum normally offers displays of a schoolroom, early 20th century home interiors, and artifacts and photographs that reflect the earlier days of mining, ranching, and farming; areas that drove the economy of the Verde Valley since the arrival of white settlers in the second half of the 19th century. The museum also features an Arizona Centennial exhibit which depicts life about 100 years ago in Arizona, when electricity and telephones were still fairly new. You can also visit “Between Fences” - a special 2008 exhibit from the Smithsonian Institute. Admission to the museum is free, although donations are gratefully accepted. The

museum is located at 1 N. Willard, at the northeast corner or Mingus Ave. and Willard St.

Verde River Days is one of the most anticipated and favorite annual events of Cottonwood’s residents. The event began in September of 1988 as an attempt to develop an awareness of the Verde River as a valuable resource and to gather support for the protection of the Verde River and its riparian habitat. This family-oriented, unique event has proven a huge success and may be the only one of its kind in the whole state. The day’s events typically include a climbing wall, organized canoe and kayak rides, sand castle building, and nature-based exhibits. Guests of all ages are also welcome to fish in the lagoon that is loaded with hundreds of pounds of catfish. Poles, bait, and tackle are provided for all ages and no fishing license is needed. There will also be a wide range of entertainment available throughout the day. Enjoy a hearty pancake breakfast. Non-Profit food vendors will be cooking up Indian Fry bread, hot dogs, and hamburgers for nominal fees. For more information about Verde River Day, call (928) 634-5283. Come out and enjoy the fun!!


Wineries & Vineyards

OAK CREEK VINEYARD The Oak Creek Vineyard & Winery has been serving up fantastic area wines since 2002. We also offer a great selection of wine-related merchandise in Arizona. Enjoy a wonderful selection of wines, cheeses, salami, and olives while relaxing in our newly remodeled wine tasting room, which is now open daily, 10am-6pm.

It’s claimed that “good wine grows on gentle slopes with a river nearby.” That’s why the vineyard was located here on Page Springs Road, close to beautiful Sedona, and across from Oak Creek.

Though we have expanded more each year, currently we have about 4,000 vines placed on just over ten acres at the vineyard located in Arizona’s Verde Valley. In the higher elevations of the property, Syrah, Merlot, and

Tempranillo grapes are grown, while the lower portion is typically reserved for Zinfandel and Chardonnay. The intense sunshine of the Verde Valley in Arizona helps the grapes achieve the desired sugar content, while the cool nights and warm days create an excellent environment for our different wine varietals. The volcanically enriched soil of the desert also enhances the stock to create a one-of-a-kind flavor, unique only to this region, resulting in full bodied flavorful reds and crisp, clean whites.

Located at 1555 Page Springs Rd. in Cornville, Arizona 86325. Call us at (928) 649-0290 for additional information.

ALCANTARA VINEYARDS Alcantara Vineyards is one of the largest vineyards located in North Central Arizona. Located at 3445 S. Grapevine Way in Cottonwood, we allow winery tours and hold wine tasting’s from a selection of our excellent red and white wines.

Alcantara Vineyards is an incredible adventure designed to fulfill the dream of developing a vineyard community and associated winery. Through cultivating the vineyards and embracing the land, we soon realized there was a bigger picture in this hidden treasure along the confluence of two rivers. Alcantara Vineyards now maintains over 13,000 vines and offers 12 different wine varieties. While you sip our wine and enjoy our peaceful surroundings, which include vineyards, a grass picnic area, the Verde River, and bald eagles flying overhead, you’ll find you are indeed a part of our community and family.

Located at 3445 S. Grapevine Way in Cottonwood, AZ. Call us at (928) 649-8463 for additional information.

PAGE SPRING CELLARS VINEYARDS & WINERY Page Spring Cellars is a family owned vineyard and winery that produces fine Arizona Wines tucked into the Verde Valley landscape overlooking the pristine Oak Creek. Page Springs

Cellars winery offers excellent Rhône style wines, gourmet food selections, and beautiful views.

Come visit our tasting room located about 15-20 minutes south of Sedona, and experience a true taste of Arizona. Whether you are a novice or aficionado to wine experiences, our knowledgeable staff can recommend tasting flights from our extensive wine menu to delight your palate.

You can also enjoy our scenic deck near the cooling waters of Oak Creek, and catch a glimpse of some of our local wildlife: herons, hawks, bald eagles, ducks, hummingbirds, raccoons, river otters, and javelinas. For the ultimate in relaxation, or for car-weary muscles, enjoy a chair or table massage at the vineyard. You can also shop here for local crafts and artwork, t-shirts, or ask us to pack a picnic basket for you!!

Located at 1500 N. Page Springs Road, Cornville, AZ 86325, or call us at (928) 639-3004.

JAVELINA LEAP Javelina Leap is a family operated, premium boutique winery that produces international award winning wines. Our winery is located in northern Arizona’s Verde Valley area, only a few minutes away from Sedona in the small, but lovely valley of Page Springs.

At the winery, Javelina Leap processes about 60 tons of Arizona grown grapes, which converts to about 3000 cases of fine Javelina Leap wine. When you visit us, you will be sampling wines at a fully operational vineyard and winery. Enjoy a tour of the winery while sipping your wine, or relax in the Arizona room and private garden where we serve artisan cheese platters, deli meats, artisan pizza, and various wines by the glass or bottle.

During the harvest season (from about August to October) you can watch wine actually being made. Arizona grapes are picked, de-stemmed, fermented, pressed, bottled, and labeled at Javelina Leap which has a 100 barrel capacity wine cellar.

Visit us on your vacation or day trip. Whether you’re with friends and family or on a romantic getaway for two, you’re always welcome at the Javelina Leap Vineyard & Winery!!

Located at 1565 Page Springs Rd. in Cornville, Arizona 86325. Call us at (928) 649-2681 for additional information.


History

Archaeologists estimate that humans have inhabited the Verde Valley for about 11,000 years. The earliest inhabitants were probably Indians. A skillful farming people, the Hohokam moved into the Valley around 600 A.D. They were well-versed in irrigation procedures. The Sinagua were pit house dwellers and farmers who moved into the Valley around 1125. The villages at Montezuma Castle and Tuzigoot reached their present size in the 1300’s and were abandoned in the early 1400’s by the Sinagua. The Yavapai occupied the Valley when Captain Antonio de Espejo and his band of Spanish conquistadors took possession of “great riches” in the Verde Valley in 1583.

Military occupation of the Verde Valley began in 1865 to protect settlers farming along the Verde River – West Creek junction, about five miles south of Camp Verde. Mining and farming disrupted the lives of the Tonto Apache and the Yavapai. The late 1860’s and early 1870’s saw major conflicts in the Valley. The first military post overlooked the farms at West Clear Creek. The next post, Camp Lincoln, was located one mile north of the Fort’s present site, and was used from 1866-1871. The present post was built during 1871-73. Camp Verde was renamed Fort Verde in 1879 to signify permanence. The post was later abandoned in 1891. Local citizens began a museum in the administration building in 1956 and donated several buildings to eventually create Fort Verde State Historic Park in 1970.

Jerome, sometimes nicknamed “The City in the Sky,” was at one time the most talked about mining camp in America. It was a roaring, violent town, once called the most wicked city in America. Jerome’s modern history began in 1876. Three prospectors staked claims on rich copper deposits, which they later sold to the United Verde Copper Company in 1883. Eugene Jerome was the venture’s principal backer. A new owner, William A. Clark, brought in a narrow gauge railroad to reduce freight costs. By the early 20th century, the United Verde was the largest producing copper mine in the Arizona Territory. In 1912, James S. Douglas purchased and developed the Little Daisy Mine. Copper production peaked in 1929, and the population at that time was about 15,000. Loss of profits ultimately brought Jerome mining days to an end in 1953. By 1955, Jerome’s population was less than 100, giving it the title of a “ghost” town. Jerome is now a veritable paradise for artists, photographers and history buffs.

Cottonwood, named after the beautiful cottonwood trees along the Verde River, was a farm settlement in the late 1870’s and developed along with the progress of Jerome, providing homes for the miners, smelter-men, and their families. Cottonwood was incorporated in 1960 and has become a business center of the Verde Valley.

Just two miles northwest of Cottonwood, is the town of Clarkdale, which was planned and built in the early 1900’s to serve the employees and management of the local smelter company. This company smelted copper ore produced from the copper mines near Jerome. Clarkdale maintains a real sense of history. Many of the houses are original structures on its quiet, tree-lined streets.

Military occupation of the Verde Valley began in 1865 at the request of settlers who had established farms near the Verde River, five miles south of present Camp Verde. The influx of settlers and miners had severely disrupted the hunting and gathering activities of the Tonto-Apache and Yavapai Indians, who in turn began raiding the fields for food. The late 1860’s and early 1870’s saw major conflicts between the army and the Indians.

The Indians were later moved to the San Carlos Reservation. The 10-day trek, in the cold, resulted in death for many from harsh weather exposure and insufficient food. An effort by the army to keep the Indians on the San Carlos and Fort Apache reservations resulted in an uprising in 1882 —the last major battle with Apaches in Arizona. Camp Verde, renamed Fort Verde in 1879, became less important with the cessation of raids in 1882. The fort was later abandoned in 1891, then later sold at public auction in 1899.

A museum was founded in 1956 by local citizens who donated several buildings to create Fort Verde State Historic Park in 1970. The 10-acre park includes four of the original adobe fort buildings which contain military artifacts, Indian relics, and articles used by settlers and Indians. The site was placed in the National Register of Historic Places in 1971.

History is quite plentiful in this geographical center of Arizona.


With the relatively mild four-season climate, recreational opportunities are plentiful in the Verde Valley.

Five state parks and three Pre-Columbian Sinaguan Historic Sites are located in this area. Golf can be played year-round. Over 100 bird species have been identified at Dead Horse Ranch State Park in Cottonwood. Beautiful hiking trails weave throughout the Verde Valley. 7,700 ft. Mingus Mountain is a haven for hang gliding enthusiasts with launches occurring regularly on weekends.

Excellent elk, antelope, and deer hunting exists in close proximity to the Verde Valley. For winter sports, a short drive north to Flagstaff offers snowmobiling, cross country trails, and downhill skiing. The General Crook Trail, beginning at Fort Verde Park and winding through the Mogollon Rim to Fort Apache, is a scenic drive of incredible beauty along which can be seen the old mile markers on rocks and trees.

The Verde River flows through Verde Valley supporting one of the states best riparian habitats. Riverfront Park and Dead Horse Ranch State Park provide access to the Verde River Greenway. Thousands of rainbow trout are stocked in the Verde River and Dead Horse Reservoir from November through March providing excellent fishing.

Arcosanti – Paolo Soleri’s city of the future. In 1970, the Cosanti Foundation began building Arcosanti, an experimental town in the high desert of Arizona, about 70 miles north of metropolitan Phoenix. The Arcosanti project, designed to house about 5,000 people, seeks methods to improve urban conditions and reduce our negative impacts on the environment. In this complex, creative environment, apartments, businesses, production, technology, open space, studios, and educational and cultural events are all accessible, while privacy is paramount in the overall design. Greenhouses provide gardening space for public and private use, and act as solar collectors for winter heat. Concerts and other special events in the Colly Soleri Music Center also allow visitors to experience Arcosanti shows, which sometimes include dinner. (928) 632-7135 www.arcosanti.org

Out of Africa A primary goal of Out of Africa Wildlife Park is to create the ultimate animal adventure for all ages, an experience steeped in fun, education, and inspired by a living and colorful world of amazing wildlife. The animal park strives to foster an appreciation of our planet’s wild areas and associated wildlife by promoting conservation awareness and action, practicing exemplary animal care, providing education and learning experiences, and establishing broad community support, through a peaceful and interactive relationship with our animal friends.

African Bush Safari Tour – encounters with giraffe, zebra, gemsbok, and more. The Tiger Splash is a popular

attraction. Three miles west of I-17 on Highway 260 (exit 287). Call (928) 567-2840 for additional information. www.outofafricapark.com

Page Springs Fish Hatchery Nestled among the cool pines of the Coconino National Forest, the Page Springs Fish Hatchery offers a cool retreat from the desert during hot summer months. Families enjoy hiking the nature trail bordering Oak Creek, and kids like visiting the show ponds to see the hatchery’s finest and largest trout.

At about 82 acres, this is the state’s largest cold water fish production facility, typically producing over 650,000 trout a year. The property also includes a smaller warm water hatchery, Bubbling Ponds. In recent years, Bubbling Ponds produced sport fish such as bluegill, largemouth bass, and walleye, and sensitive species such as razorback suckers and Colorado pike minnow used by the department in native fish conservation and recovery efforts.

There are wildlife viewing areas at the hatchery site and designated visitor parking. The hatchery also provides crucial habitat for rare or declining species, such as northern Mexican garter snake, Page Springs snail, and a rare species of caddis fly.

Walking trails from the visitor parking lot lead to remote areas of the 100-acre portion of the property that are excellent for viewing wildlife. The department has partnered with the Northern Arizona Audubon Society to develop and maintain wildlife watching opportunities as well as wildlife habitats. It is not uncommon to see big game animals on site or other species such as otters, skunks, osprey, herons, raccoons, other mammals, amphibians, and about 200 species of birds. Bring your hiking boots plus a pair of binoculars, and enjoy the scenery!

Local Wineries and Tasting Rooms: Alcantara Vineyard 3445 S Grapevine Way, Cottonwood .............. (928) 649-8463

Arizona Stronghold Vineyard 1023 North Main Street, Cottonwood ...............(928) 639-2789

Chateau Tumbleweed Winery & Tasting Room 1151 Highway 89A ............................................... (928) 634-0443

Fire Mountain Wines 1010 North Main Street, Cottonwood ............... (928) 649-9135

Javelina Leap Vineyards and Winery 1565 Page Springs Road, Cornville ...................(928) 649-2681

Oak Creek Vineyards and Winery 1555 North Page Springs Road, Cornville ....... (928) 649-0290

Page Springs Cellars 1500 North Page Springs Road, Cornville ....... (928) 639-3004

Local Attractions


GolfOakcreek Country Club Sedona’s original golf course, The Oakcreek Country Club, is one of the signature golf

experiences in all of Arizona. Ranked 4th among the Top Courses of the Week by Golf Advisor in September 2015, Oakcreek Country Club has become something rare in the world of leisure golf–a course that combines breathtaking scenery, outstanding course conditions, a truly enjoyable and challenging layout, and affordable membership and daily play rates.

Home to the Sedona Open in June each year, the golf course challenges the professional golfer, but is a delight for all levels of golfers. Meticulously maintained, the course has five sets of tees and plays from 4,419 yards to 6,824 yards. Oakcreek CC is a traditional layout similar to those that you may find in the Midwestern United States. In the usual Trent Jones manner, the fairways are classic tree lined doglegs with fairway bunkers strategically placed in the landing areas and greens which are all slightly elevated, and surrounded with large swirling green side bunkers. Large practice range, putting green, and short game practice areas are available. After your golf game is over, the Redstone Grill offers fine dining and a sports bar to conclude the day!! Visit www.oakcreekcc.com, or call (928) 284-1660

for additional information on the Oak Creek Country club.

Verde Santa Fe Golf Club Northern Arizona’s Hidden Gem. Come play the Verde Santa Fe Golf Club, a challenging course nestled between the majestic Mingus Mountain range and the beautiful red rocks of Sedona. This par 71, 18 hole golf course is situated about 3,300 feet above the Phoenix Metro area with a pleasant 4–season climate. Enjoy dining at the Verde Santa Fe Bar and Grill. The bar and grill is a perfect way to finish your round at the Verde Santa Fe Golf Club. Relax with your favorite food and beverage from our fully stocked bar, while enjoying the natural surroundings. Call (928) 634-5454 for additional information.

Coyote Trails Coyote Trails Golf Course is a “must golf” nine hole, par 33 course located in Cottonwood at the base of the Mingus Mountains, and winding throughout the Mescal Gulch. It offers a challenging golfing experience for golfers of all skill levels, with its abundant wildlife and amazing views. It also boasts the areas most reasonable rates and great course conditions. It was voted “#1 Best Golf Course” by the Readers Choice Awards in 2013 and 2014.

Call 928-634-1093, or visit www.coyotetrailsgolfcourse.com for additional information.


Jerome Perched on the steep slopes of Cleopatra Hill on Mingus Mountain at an elevation of between 5400 ft. and 7000 ft. lies the once roaring mining town of Jerome. Once

the third most populous community in Arizona, Jerome was founded in 1876, with a peak population of about 15,000 in 1919. The community now has a small but dedicated population of about 500 persons who have rallied to rescue its historic and scenic treasures from neglect and deterioration.

A thriving artist colony and tourist attraction, this unique and quaint old town now houses gift shops, eateries, and art galleries along its cobblestone streets. Historical interests bring many visitors to Jerome, but another attraction is its spectacular setting.

Route 89A is the main entry point for Jerome. Driving south, the highway rises almost 2,000 ft. above Clarkdale as it twists and winds past an extraordinary residential community of unusual and colorful decor surrounded by lush gardens. The views from Jerome encompass much of the Verde Valley, including the notably beautiful red rocks of Sedona to the north. The entire Town of Jerome is designated as a National Historic Landmark.

Cornville/Page Springs The Cornville and Page Springs area is located between Cottonwood and Sedona. Several housing developments are scattered throughout this picturesque area of rolling hills, ranches and small farms. Oak Creek flows gently through here creating a greenbelt of lush trees and shrubs. There are several wineries in the area. Page Springs Fish Hatchery, the largest in the state is located along Oak Creek in the

community of Page Springs. The hatchery raises rainbow and brown trout that are shipped out to stock rivers, streams, and lakes throughout Arizona. The hatchery produces about 600,000 fish annually, most of which are rainbow trout used primarily for stocking purposes. There are three parts to the hatchery system, the main hatchery and raceways where the fish are raised, two nature areas on both ends, and a trail along the creek with picnic tables and benches at several locations. This is also a haven for bird watchers.

Tuzigoot Tuzigoot, which is Apache for “crooked water,” is the remnant of a Sinaguan village built between 1125 and 1400. It crowns the summit of a long ridge that rises about 120 feet above the Verde Valley floor. The original pueblo was two stories high in places and had about 77 ground-floor rooms. There were few exterior doors; entry was normally by way of ladders through openings in the roofs. The village began as a small cluster of rooms that were inhabited by about 50 persons for a hundred years. In the 1200’s the population doubled and doubled again as refugee farmers, fleeing drought in outlying areas, settled here. Located in the Clarkdale area.

Lake Montezuma/Rimrock/McGuireville Lake Montezuma, Rimrock, and McGuireville are part of the Verde Valley, centered in Arizona’s Yavapai County. The Valley is surrounded by national forest lands with Wet Beaver Creek flowing through it. Interstate 17 crosses the Valley in the north-south direction, connecting Phoenix and Flagstaff. Lake Montezuma takes its name from the nearby well known Montezuma Castle, Montezuma Well, and Indian ruins. Rimrock was named for a dude ranch that was located near the community. Rimrock’s post office, established in 1929, serves the area residents. McGuireville was for many years called “The Station” due to the gas service Eugene McGuire offered to travelers on their way from Camp Verde to Stoneman Lake.

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Verde Canyon Railroad The Verde Canyon Railroad line was built from 1911 to 1912, primarily to haul copper from the Clarkdale, Arizona smelter to the vast expanses of the West. Part of the journey is the colorful narration about the remnants of a bygone era; conveying observations of the beauty, history, wildlife, and geology that are an integral part of the Verde Canyon.

The first public roll-out of the Verde Canyon Railroad train occurred on November 23, 1990 from the Clarkdale boarding station. In it’s inaugural trip, the train carried neither freight nor ore, only people. Presently, people from all over the world come to ride the rails into the Verde Canyon — an average of about 90,000 people per year. They come to view the sights, enjoy the casual elegance of train travel, and experience the incredible beauty of Verde Canyon that’s visible only from the train. It’s definitely a trip worth taking!! Please visit www.verdecanyonrr.com for additional information.

The Yavapai-Apache Nation/Cliff Castle Casino The Yavapai-Apache Nation (enrolled members of about 2,400), federally recognized as a sovereign entity, comprises five separate parcels of trust land dedicated to descendents of the Wipukyipai (Yavapai) and Dil Zhee (Tonto Apache) peoples.

The Yavapai speak the Yuman dialect, the Apache People speak the Athabascan dialect. Inter-tribal contacts over the centuries have caused some borrowing of cultural aspects such as housing, marriages, dress, alliances in warfare, and even language. But the two were distinct tribes practicing their own way of life with their own ceremonies and societal functions for hundreds of years before their first European contact. Each tribe inhabited the Verde Valley-Prescott area during that early period. Hills, valleys, and canyons hold many sacred places and contribute to their heritage. Spiritual ties to the land remain strong.

Cliff Castle Casino, which is conveniently located about one hour north of Phoenix and just 20 minutes south of Sedona, has been voted Arizona’s Best Casino an incredible Seventeen years in a row.

Cliff Castle is located in Camp Verde just off I-17, in Arizona’s Wine Country, and within a relatively short drive from Sedona, Prescott and Jerome. Equipped with all your favorite slot machines and live table games, you will feel right at home here. We also have many other fun options for the entire family, including a 20-lane bowling center, arcade, gift shop, live entertainment, and a “Kids Quest” supervised

child care center. Additionally, Cliff Castle offer’s a wide array of dining options, such as Mountain Springs Buffet, Johnny Rockets and Storytellers Gourmet Steakhouse. Come out and enjoy the fun!! See www.cliffcastlecasinohotel.com for additional information.

Montezuma Well Montezuma Well has all the surprise of a lake and fairly lush vegetation in the midst of the desert. The well is a limestone sink formed long ago by the collapse of an immense underground cavern. The springs that feed it flow continuously. Both the Hohokam and Sinagua irrigated crops with its waters. Traces of their irrigation ditches, thickly coated with lime, can be seen.

The Hohokam pit house on view was built around 1100. The Sinaguan dwellings here vary in size from large pueblos of 55 rooms to one-room houses. Between 1125 and 1400, it’s estimated that about 150 to 200 Sinaguans lived here. (North of Camp Verde off I-17).

Montezuma Castle Sinagua farmers began building this five-story, 20-room dwelling sometime early in the 12th century. It stands in a cliff recess about a hundred feet above the valley floor. Early settlers marveled at the structure and thought mistakenly that it was Aztecan in origin. A short distance west is Castle A, once an imposing six-story apartment with about 45 rooms, now a semi-deteriorated ruin. This dwelling was built against the base of the cliff. The creek was a reliable source of water and there was fertile land on the nearby terrace. (North of Camp Verde off I-17)

Sedona/Oak Creek Canyon Situated in the heart of a strikingly beautiful geological area that has mesmerized visitors for years, this unique community of Sedona is surrounded by massive crimson and buff sandstone monoliths standing in colorful contrast with pinon, juniper, and cypress trees. Add to this the spectacular Oak Creek Canyon Highway leading north and climbing 12 miles up, each turn more breathtaking than the last, with lush vegetation, rugged canyons, sycamores, oak, and cottonwood

Complementing the magnificence of these natural creations is the delightfully charming Arts and Crafts Village of “Tlaquepaque,” situated in the heart of Sedona. Meaning “the best of everything,” Tlaquepaque is truly a fitting name for this Spanish colonial village. Displays by several well known Arizona artisans, intriguing one-of-a-kind shops, fine restaurants, sunny flower-filled courtyards, graceful old sycamores, colorful tiles, fountains, and carillons combine to create an unforgettable ambiance.



Restaurants

COTTONWOODRestaurants Abbie’s Fine Foods & Catering 778 N. Main St ...................(928) 634-3300

Adriana’s Mexican Restaurant 1124 N Main Street, Ste. A .......................................... (928) 634-1466)

Bing’s Burger Station ......... (928) 649-1718 794 N. Main St.

Blazin’ M Ranch ................(800) 937-8643 1875 Mabery Ranch Rd.

Conchos Mexican Restaurant ..............................................928) 649-9680 206 S. Main St.

Crema Cafe ...................... (928) 649-5785 917 N. Main St.

Denny’s Restaurant ........... (928) 639-3805 2211 E. State Route 89A

El Patio Bar & Grill .............. (928) 634-0158 1695 E. Cottonwood St.

El Toreo .............................. (928) 649-0416 2181 E. State Route 89A

Emilio’s Mexican Restaurant 1010 N. Main St. ................ (928) 283-6331

Eribertos Mexican Food ... (928) 649-9904 1000 S. Main St.

Georgie’s Cafe ................. (928) 639-0751 517 N. 12th St.

Golden Dragon ................. (928) 634-0588 1675 East Cottonwood St.

Greek Cafe ....................... (928) 639-2900 468 S. Main St.

Hog Wild ............................ (928) 639-3232 705 N. Main St.

Jerona Java Cafe ............. (928) 639-1234 677 E. Mingus Ave.

Juanita’s Taqueria ............ (928) 634-4670 611 E. State Route 89A

Kactus Kate’s Saloon .......(928) 634-7822 929 N. Main St.

Mai Thai On Main .............. (928) 649-2999 157 S. Main St.

Ming House ....................... (928) 639-2885 888 S. Main St.

Mr. C’s Cheesesteak & Subs ............................................ (928) 649-1899 609 E. State Route 89A

Nic’s Italian Steak & Crab House 925 N. Main St. .................. (928) 634-9626

Old Town Red Rooster Cafe 901 N. Main St. .................. (928) 649-8100

Old Town Cafe .................. (928) 634-5980 1025 N. Main St.

Paradise Point Cafe .......... (928) 634-590 1029 N .Main St.

Pepe’s Cafe ....................... (928) 634-6262 324 S. Main St.

Randall’s Restaurant ......... (928) 634-0043 891 S. Main St.

Rendezvous In Old Town Beer 777 N. Main St.

Sizzler ................................. (928) 634-3605 1041 Arizona, 260

Strombolli’s Restaurant ..... (928) 634-3838 321 S. Main St.

Tavern Grille ...................... (928) 634-6669 914 N. Main St.

Thai Palace ..................... .(928) 639-0444 704 N. Balboa St.

Verde Lea Market Deli & Grill ............................................ (928) 634-8731 516 N. Main St.

Wild Rose Tea House 1101 N. Main St ................. (928) 649-0056

Pizza Acme Pizzeria ................... (928) 634-2263 280 S. Main St.

Little Caesars Pizza ........... (928) 634-3355 841 S. Main St.

Papa Murphys Take N Bake Pizza ............................................ (928) 639-3113 976 S. Main St.

Pizzeria Bocce 1060 N. Main St. ................(928) 202-3597

Pizza Hut of Arizona .......... (928) 634-8212 472 S. Main St.

R & R Pizza Express ...........(928) 639-1200 1100 S. State Route 260

Vinnies Pizza ...................... (928) 646-3333 516 E. State Route 89A, #101

Fast FoodBlimpie ............................... (928) 649-2174 975 S. Main St.

Carl’s Jr ............................. (928) 634-5338 2560 E. Rio Mesa Trail

Dairy Grill & Chill ............. (928) 634-5355 102 S. Main St.

Jack-In-The-Box ............................................ (928) 639-1261 1180 S. Highway 260

Kentucky Fried Chicken ..(928) 634-8376 970 S. Main St.

Long John Silver’s Seafood ............................................(928) 634-8376 970 S. Main St.

McDonald’s .......................(928) 634-9622 1129 S. State Route 260


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Sonic Drive-In ................... (928) 639-4769 1050 E. State Route 89A

Subway Restaurant ..........(928) 634-5501 1100 AZ-260, D19 CAMP VERDERestaurantsBabe’s Round Up ..............(928) 567-6969 90 N. Montezuma Castle Hwy.

Beto’s Corner .....................(928) 567-8897 10 E. Cliff House Dr.

Denny’s ..............................(928) 567-9505 1630 W. State Route 260

E-Bar ...................................(928) 567-5893 3611 Old State Hwy. 279

Gabriela’s Taco Shop ...... (928) 567-2120 1620 AZ-260

Johnny Rockets ................(928) 567-5158 353 W. Middle Verde Rd.

Las Margaritas .................. (928) 567-2435 77 S. Access Rd.

La Fonda Mexican Food ..(928) 567-3500 2750 W. Horseshoe Bend Dr.

Ming House .......................(928) 567-9488 288 S. Main St., #11

Simply Gary’s ....................(928) 567-9218 37 W. Hollamon St.

Storyteller’s Steakhouse ...(928) 567-7905 555 W. Middle Verde Rd.

Sutlers .................................(928) 567-7572 564 S .Main St.

Verde Cafe ........................(928) 567-6521 358 S. Main St.

Fast FoodBurger King ........................(928) 567-3401 365 N. Goswick Way

Carl’s Jr .............................. (928) 567-7569 362 N. Goswick Way

Dairy Queen Braizer .........(928) 567-3229 1580 W. State Route 260

McDonald’s ............................................(928) 567-4388 1703 Finnie Flat Rd.

Sonic Drive In ............................................(928) 567-7062 350 Castle Ln.

Subway ..............................(928) 567-2315 1673 W. State Route 260

Taco Bell ............................. (928) 567-5118 1650 W. Highway 260

Wendy’s ............................. (928) 567-9276 1897 Pueblo Ridge, Ste. C PizzaCrustys Pizza ......................(928) 567-6444 522 W. Finnie Flat Rd., #A

Domino’s Pizza ..................(928) 554-0999 452 W. Finnie Flat Rd.

JEROMERestaurantsAsylum Restaurant ............(928) 639-3197 200 Hill St.

Cellar 433 ..........................(928) 634-7033 240 Hull Ave.

The Flatiron ........................(928) 634-2733 416 Main St.

Grapes Restaurant & Bar (928) 639-8477 111 Main St.

Haunted Hamburger (928) 634-0554 410 N. Clark St.

Mile High Grill & Inn (928) 634-5094 309 Main St.

Paul & Jerry’s Saloon (928) 634-2603 206 Main St.

Spirit Room (928) 634-8809 166 Main St.

The Flat Iron .......................(928) 634-2733 416 Main St.

Vaqueros Grill & Cantina ..(928) 649-9090 363 Main St.

CORNVILLERestaurantsGrasshopper Grill ............................................(928) 649-9211 1130 S. Page Springs Rd.

Harry’s Hideaway Restaurant ............................................(928) 639-2222 10990 E. Cornville Rd.

Manzanita Restaurant ......(928) 634-8851 11425 E. Cornville Rd.

Page Springs Restaurant (928) 634-9954 1975 N. Page Springs Rd.

Verde Santa Fe Grill .........(928) 649-3541 645 S. Verde Santa Fe Pkwy.

Vince’s ‘Little Star’ Restaurant ............................................(928) 634-4063 9375 E. Cornville Rd.

CLARKDALERestaurants10-12 Lounge ................... (928) 639-0800 910 Main St.

Boathouse Bar and Grill (928) 649-3070 920 Main St.

Nate’s Cowboy Cafe ........ (928) 639-3838 1481 W. Highway 89A

Su Casa .............................(928) 634-2771 1000 Main St.


Organizations & Clubs

CAMP VERDEAMERICAN LEGION 286 S 3rd St, Camp Verde. (928) 567-6154

SENIOR CITIZENS OF CAMP VERDE INC. 8:00am-5:00pm. 263 W. Maryvale Dr., Camp Verde. (928) 567-6356

COTTONWOODA.A.R.P. Meets 4th Wed. of every month, 12:30pm, Elks Lodge in Clarkdale (928) 634-1636

AL-ANON FAMILY GROUP Meets Wed. 11am, Mountain View Methodist Church, 901 S. 12th St., (928) 634-3068

AMERICAN LEGION POST NO. 25 Meets Second Tuesday of the month, 7pm. 480 Calvary Way, Cottonwood (928) 634-3004

ASTRONOMERS OF VERDE VALLEY Clarkdale (928) 649-0485

BIG BROS/BIG SISTERS (928) 634-9789

BOYS & GIRLS CLUB OF COTTONWOOD Open Monday thru Friday with activities for youth of all ages. 817 N. 2nd St., Cottonwood. (928) 639-3057

BPOE JEROME ELKS LODGE NO. 1361 Meets 1st & 3rd Tuesdays of the month, 7pm. South Broadway in Clarkdale. Bingo every Monday at 7pm (928) 634-5611

CLEMENCEAU HERITAGE MUSEUM 1 N. Willard St., Cottonwood. Wednesday, 9am to noon, Friday, Saturday, and Sunday from 11am to 3pm. (928) 634-3448

COTTONWOOD COMMUNITY BAND Rehearsal at 7 pm. Mondays, Cottonwood Middle School, 500 E. Mingus Ave. (928) 639-2146

COTTONWOOD ROAD RUNNERS SQUARE DANCE CLUB 2nd & 4th Saturday of the month, 7pm. Beginners meet Tuesday at 6:30pm. Plus Level at 8pm, meet at the Cottonwood Civic Center, 805 N. Main St. (928) 634-7984

EL VALLE ARTISTS ASSOCIATION 2nd Thursday of each month, 12:30pm Cottonwood Public Library. (928) 634-5749

KIWANIS, CLARKDALE-VERDE Every Thursday at 7am, Denny’s (928) 203-7552

LIONS CLUB / CLARKDALE-JEROME Meet 1st & 3rd Thursday of each month, 7pm. Clark Memorial Clubhouse (928) 649-2892

LIONS CLUB OF COTTONWOOD Meet 1st, 2nd, & 3rd Tuesday of each month, 6:30am, “E” board, 4th Tuesday, 6:30am. All meetings, Hobo Joe’s Coffee Shop, 660 E. Mingus Ave. (928) 634-9566

MASONS, VERDE LODGE #14 Meets the 2nd Thursday, 7:30pm, potluck at 6:30pm. Masonic Temple, 104 Verde Heights Dr., Cottonwood. (928) 634-5922

MINGUS GEM & MINERAL CLUB Meets the 1st Thursday of the month, 7pm. Verde Valley Manor Clubhouse, 3400 E. Godard, Cottonwood. (928) 649-0745

MINGUS MOUNTAIN CLOGGERS For information call (928) 634-3641

MINGUS MOUNTAIN SHRINE CLUB For information contact Harry King at (928) 567-4087.

MOOSE, LOYAL ORDER OF VERDE VALLEY LODGE #1449 Meets 2nd & 4th Wednesday, 8 pm. Clarkdale on Broadway. (928) 634-8668

OLD TIME FIDDLERS, VERDE CHAPTER Meets 1st Sunday of the month from noon to 4pm.

Verde Valley Fairgrounds. (928) 634-3688

ROTARY CLUB OF VERDE VALLEY Meets every Thursday at noon. Verde Murphy’s Grill, Cottonwood. 928) 567-9512

SIMPLY SINGLES (928) 634-2329 | [email protected]

VERDE VALLEY COMPUTER CLUB 3rd Saturday at 9:30am. Clemenceau building, Willard St. Mingus Ave, Cottonwood. www.vvclub.com

VERDE VALLEY HABITAT FOR HUMANITY Open to public Thurs.-Fri., 9-4, Sat 9-3, 250 E. Cherry St., (928) 649-6788

VERDE VALLEY HUMANE SOCIETY (928) 634-7387

VERDE RIVER VALLEY NATURE ORG. 675 Dead Horse Ranch Rd., Cottonwood (928) 282-2202

VFW POST 7400 1st Friday of the month 7pm. 705 E. Aspen St. Bingo is every Sunday from 1 to 4pm and Thursday from 7 to 10pm. (928) 634-0769

YAVAPAI BIG BROTHERS BIG SISTERS 830 S. Main St., Ste. 1-H , Cottonwood (928) 634-9789

CLARKSDALECLARKDALE PARKS & RECREATION 39 North Ninth St., Clarkdale (928) 639-2490

DISABLED AMERICAN VETERANS Fulfilling Our Promises to the Men and Women Who Serve. Mon - Fri, 8:00am - 4:30pm. (877) 310-4167

JEROMECHAMPIONS FOR THE CHILDREN 24 hour prayer website for children ages 0-18 years. (928) 775-9122

JEROME HISTORICAL SOCIETY Mon - Sun, 9:00am-6:00pm 407 N. Clark St., Jerome. (928) 634-1066 www.jeromehistoricalsociety.com


Places of Worship

CAMP VERDE Bread of Life Mission .........................................(928) 567-6931 1575 S. Sullivan Lane .....................................www.bolmaz.org

Calvary Chapel of Camp Verde ....................(928) 567-2171 514 Main Street ..........................................www.calvarycv.org

Camp Verde Baptist Church ...........................(928) 567-3324 S. 5th St.,

Camp Verde Christian Church ........................(928) 567-9784 621 E. Howards Rd. ......................................www.believe.com

Church of Christ Blackhills ............................. (928) 639-4500 2360 Westward Dr.

Church Of Christ-Verde Valley .......................(928) 567-5317 2001 N. Arena Del Loma Rd. ......................www.believe.com

New Beginnings Church Of Nazarene ...........(928) 567-6336 644 S. 7th St.

St. Frances Cabrini Catholic Church (928) 567-3543 781 S. Cliffs Parkway

Seventh Day Adventist Church (928) 567-4281 1406 N. Boot Hill Dr.

CLARKDALE Bethany Baptist Church ...................................(928) 634-7607 1620 Russell St.

Spirit Of Joy Lutheran Church ......................... (928)634-4102 330 Scenic Dr. ..................................................www.sojaz.com

COTTONWOOD Calvary Chapel ................................................(928) 634-4100 465 S. Calvary Way

Cottonwood Christian Assembly God ...........(928) 634-4321 750 E. Mingus Ave.

Cottonwood Baptist Church ............................(928) 634-0917 102 E. Pima St.

Emmanuel Fellowship ......................................(928) 634-3034 1580 E. Fir St.

Faith Baptist Church .........................................(928) 649-1252 2650 S. Union Dr.

Faith Lutheran Church ......................................(928) 634-7876 2021 E. Fir St. ...................................www.lutheransonline.com

First Southern Baptist Church ...........................(928) 634-7388 1020 Camino Real ..........www.firstsoutherncottonwood.com

Immaculate Conception Catholic Church ....(928) 634-2933 700 N. Bill Gray Rd. ............................................www.ic-cc.org

Jehovah’s Witnesses ........................................(928) 634-9696 1310 S. State Route 260 ......................................... www.jw.org

Mountain View United Methodist Church ......(928) 634-8857 901 S. 12th St. ..................................... www.mtnviewumc.com

One In Christ Church ........................................(928) 646-6028 2080 S. Hwy. 260

Peace Lutheran Church ...................................(928) 634-8727 1450 E. Fir St. .............................www.peacecottonwood.com

Presbyterian Church-Verde Valley .................(928) 634-0019 1500 E. Hombre Dr.

River Community Fellowship ...........................(928) 649-9983 497 S. Willard

Trinity Fellowship Church of God .....................(928) 634-3555 412 N. 10th St.

Verde Baptist .....................................................(928) 634-3645 102 South Willard St. ...........................www.verdebaptist.com

Verde Valley Reformed Chapel .....................(928) 649-9520 2939 E. Del Rio Dr ...................... www.vvreformedchapel.org

Vineyard Christian Fellowship .........................(928) 634-2459 3605 Zalesky Rd.


Annual EventsCAMP VERDE November 2016 10 Game Day 17 Game Day Camp Verde Community Library, 4:30-6:45pm, Youth Library (928) 554-8387

December 2016 1 Game Day 8 Game Day Camp Verde Community Library, 4:30-6:45pm, Youth Library (928) 554-8387

10 Christmas Bazaar and Light Parade All-Day Christmas Craft Bazaar and the Parade of Lights Down Main Street in the Evening.

15 Game Day 22 Game Day Camp Verde Community Library, 4:30-6:45pm, Youth Library (928) 554-8387

March 2017 18-19 Spring Heritage Pecan And Wine Festival

May 2017 14 Mother’s Day Memories Verde Canyon Railroad On The Four-Hour Round-Trip Ride From The Clarkdale Depot To The Legendary Town Of Perkinsville,

July 2017 15-16 Cornfest 3rd Weekend In July

October 2017 6-8 Fort Verde Days 9am- 3pm. A carnival, parade, and a host of other events at Fort Verde State Historic Park. Activities for the whole family + solar viewing event! Join organized canoe and kayak rides, sand castle building, climbing wall and more than 40 exhibits, featuring habitats and live animals. Food music and free fishing, hosted by Arizona Game & Fish. CLARKDALE December 2016 1-4 30th Annual Made In Clarkdale Art Show. Opens Thursday, Dec. 1 and the Gala will be held Friday, Dec. 2.

October 2017 Every Thursday thru Sunday in October, the Verde Canyon Railroad has their “ales on rails” where Verde Canyon train riders can taste 15 different local brewed beers while riding the rails.

Clarkdale parks and recreation has been providing enjoyable, free. Concerts are normally performed from the Clarkdale Town Park gazebo 1001 Main Street and are free to the public.

7 Clarktoberfest 12-9pm, Downtown Clarkdale, Vendors, bands, food, beer and more. www.clarkdale.az.gov/141

14 3rd Annual Nazba International Blues Competition, 1-5pm. Clarkdale Town Park, 1001 Main St., Clarkdale.

31 Clarkdales’s 2017 Halloween-Trick O Treating and Costume Contest Upper Clarkdale 5-7pm

December 2017 7-10 31st Annual Made In Clarkdale Art Show Opens Thursday, Dec. 7th and the gala will be held on Friday, Dec. 8th. The art show will run dec. 9th through 10, 2017 at the Clark Memorial Clubhouse in historic downtown Clarkdale.

10 Verde Village Property Owners’ Flea Market/Yard Sale, VV Clubhouse, 4855 E. Broken Saddle Dr., Unit 5, 8am-3pm.

COTTONWOOD November 2016 Thanksgiving Dinner at the Mission. (928) 634-7869, www.oldtownmission.org

12 Walkin on Main Enjoy Art, Wine, Cars, History and Music From 11am- 5pm, In Old Town Cottonwood between Jerome and Sedona.

December 2016 3 First Saturday in December the community stages its version of the Macy’s parade. 11am floats, bands, old cars, marching groups and, of course, Santa Claus start from the Verde valley fairgrounds and wind their way through town along cherry and main streets to old town Cottonwood. (928) 634-9468

Christmas Dinner at the Old Town Mission(928) 634-7869, www.oldtownmission.org

September 2017 Dead Horse Ranch State Park will celebrate its 27th Annual Verde River day. Arizona state parks has waived park entrance fees for all visitors attending the event. Events include a climbing

wall, organized canoe and kayak rides, sand castle building, and nature-based exhibits. Fish in the lagoon that is loaded with hundreds of pounds of catfish. Poles, bait and tackle are provided for all ages. No fishing license is needed. 9am-3pm on Saturday. (928) 634-5283 www.verderiverday.com

October 2017 42nd Annual Mingus Gem and Mineral Show, Cliff Castle Casino

Cottonwood Police Department National Night Out

7 Slide Rock State Park Fall Festival Celebrate Fall At Slide Rock State Park’s Fall Festival on October 7, 2017. 9am-3:30pm. Live music, kids activities, face painting, fly wheelers and corn hole bag tossing. $10 park admission

JEROME November 2016 5 First Friday Artwalk, 5-8pm, Downtown Jerome to old school, music, food, artists.

26 Jerome Lights Up The Mountain and Luminariam 7-9pm www.jeromechamber.com/events

December 2016 3 First Friday Artwalk, 5-8pm, Downtown Jerome to old school, music, food, artists.

3-4 All Aboard The Polar Express Spook Hall In Jerome Lots of fun activities, including writing a letter to Santa, making an ornament, hot chocolate, a great cookie and a reading of the classic children’s story. (928) 634-2604. Only 160 tickets will be sold. December 4th – 260 Hull Avenue. Doors open at 6pm and the event begins at 6:30pm. $5 Per Person. www.jeromechamber.com/events

January 2017 —May 2017 First Friday Artwalk, 5-8pm, Downtown Jerome to old school, music, food, artists.

20-21 52nd Annual Jerome Historic Home And Building Tour

October 2017 Jerome Annual Ghost Walk www.jeromechamber.com/events

31 Jerome Volunteer Fire Department Halloween Dance Doors open at 8pm. www.jeromechamber.com/events


Business Information Camp Verde Chamber of Commerce ................(928) 567-9294 Cottonwood Chamber of Commerce ................(928) 634-7593 Jerome Chamber of Commerce ..........................(928) 634-2900 Cottonwood Foundation Economic Council .....(928) 634-5526 Old Town Association .............................................(928) 340-2740

Media Television Cable One ...............................................................(928) 634-9677 Central Arizona Satellite .........................................(928) 567-5400 DishNet .....................................................................(800) 333-3474 Newspaper Arizona Republic .....................................................(928) 634-5701 Bugle .........................................................................(928) 567-4101 Camp Verde Journal ..............................................(928) 567-3341 Clarkdale News Stand ........................................... (928) 634-5191 Cottonwood Journal Extra ....................................(928) 634-8551 The Verde Independent ........................................(928) 634-2241

Radio KGCB 90.9 ...............................................................(928) 776-0909 KAHM-Calm Radio ..................................................(928) 445-7800 KKLD Storming Oldies 95.9 FM ................................(928) 634-2286 KQST ..........................................................................(928) 634-2910 KVRD FM 105.7 ........................................................ (928) 634-2286

Medical Reference Bradshaw Mountain Diagnostic Lab.................... (928) 634-0495 Spectrum Health Care ...........................................(928) 634-2236 Verde Valley—Hospice ..........................................(928) 634-1073 Verde Valley Medical Center................................(928) 634-2251

Municipal Offices Camp Verde Town Hall ................................................................. (928) 554-0000 Community Development .................................... (928) 554-0050 Magistrate Court .................................................... (928) 554-0030 Library ...................................................................... (928) 554-8380 Public Works—Streets ............................................. (928) 554-0820 Marshal .................................................................... (928) 554-8300

Clarkdale Town Hall ................................................................ (928) 639-2400 Fire Department (non-emergency) ......................(928) 639-4591 Library .......................................................................(928) 639-2480 Police (non-emergency) ........................................(928) 634-2921 Public Works - Streets ..............................................(928) 639-2550

Cottonwood City Hall ....................................................................(928) 634-5526 Community Development Department ..............(928) 634-5505 Fire Department .....................................................(928) 634-2741 Library ......................................................................(928) 634-7559 Municipal Court .......................................................(928) 634-7537 Parks and Recreation .............................................(928) 639-3200 Municipal Pool ........................................................ (928) 639-3200 Police Department .................................................(928) 634-4246 Public Works .............................................................(928) 634-8033 Water Resources ..................................................... (928) 634-3413

County and State Offices Yavapai County Government ..............................(928) 639-8100 Verde Valley Justice Court Constable ................(928) 639-5820

Administration —Children, Youth and Families ...(928) 634-7561 Camp Verde Detention Center .......................... (928) 567-7734 Justice of the Peace—Verde Valley .....................(928) 639-5820 Recorder .................................................................. (928) 771-3244 Sheriff ........................................................................ (928) 771-3260 Superior Court ..........................................................(928) 634-7837 Camp Verde Post Office ........................................(928) 567-3175 Clarkdale Post Office ..............................................(928) 634-5312 Cornville Post Office ................................................(928) 634-4900 Cottonwood Post Office ........................................(928) 634-9526 Jerome Post Office .................................................(928) 634-8241

Pets Carla’s Pet Grooming ........................................... (928) 634-5480 Humane Society—Verde Valley ............................(928) 634-7387

Telephone Service Cable One ............................................................. (928) 634-9677 Century Link ............................................................. (865) 465-2313

Transportation Ace Xpress Shuttle ..................................................(928) 649-2720 Verde Valley Sedona Shuttle ................................ (928) 239-8711 Transit (CATS) ...........................................................(928) 634-2287

Car Rentals Budget Truck Rentals .............................................. (928) 634-8191 Enterprise Rent-A-Car ............................................ (928) 634-0049 Hertz Rent-A-Car ....................................................(928) 649-9394

Taxi A+ Saferide .............................................................. (928) 301-4315 Utilities Arizona Public Service .......................................... (928) 646-8452 Cottonwood Municipal Water System ................(928) 634-0186 Unisource Cottonwood Office ............................. (928) 771-7298 John Graves Propane ............................................ (928) 567-2425 Taylor Waste ............................................................(928) 649-2662

Vehicle Registration As a new resident to the State of Arizona, you are required to obtain an Arizona driver license and to register your vehicles in this State. (800) 251-5866

Physical Inspection of the Vehicle Emissions Test See the Arizona Department of Environmental Quality CarCare program for more information.

Vehicle Insurance Minimum levels of financial responsibility are: $15,000 bodily injury liability for one person and $30,000 for two or more persons and $10,000 property damage liability.

Proof of Ownership Loan Information All liens on your existing title will be recorded on the new Arizona title unless you provide an original lien clearance from the lender.

Signatures All applicants listed on the application for Arizona title must sign the application. An original, notarized power of attorney is acceptable to allow an appointed person to sign on behalf of one or more of the owners.

Voter Registration Register online at www.servicearizona.com

Important Numbers


AZ RELOCATION GUIDESOVAP.O. Box 2708, Chino Valley, AZ 86323

(928) 777-8132 • Fax: (928) 441-2487Email: [email protected]

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Editor ..................................................................Katie and Scott

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The information used in this publication was provided by the Verde Valley Area Economic Development Committee, the Arizona Department of Commerce.

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Advertisers Index Adobe Realty Group .................................................................. 10

Arizona Smile Designers .............................................................. 13

Carla’s Pet Grooming ................................................................. 25

Century 21 .................................................................................... 11

Christian Care Apartments ........................................................ 14

Coldwell Banker/Maybery Real Estate/Mesquite Hills/ Lawler Construction ................................................... Back Cover

Cottonwood Area Transit ................................Inside Back Cover

Cottonwood Chamber of Commerce ...................................... 5

Coyote Trails Golf Course / On The Greens ............................. 19

Haven Health of Camp Verde .................................................. 28

James R. Spear, CPA ........................................Inside Front Cover

John Graves Propane................................................................. 17

Pine Shadows ................................................................................ 4

Spectrum Health Care ............................................................... 12

State Farm Insurance - Jennifer Griffin ........................................ 1

State Farm Insurance - Neil Rosenow ....................................... 15

Taylor Waste................................................................................. 23

The View Motel .............................................................................. 5

Tri-City Computers ....................................................................... 24

Verde Valley Rentals .................................................................. 14

Yavapai Fence .............................................................................. 3

Yester Day’s Fine Art Gallery ...................................................... 13

Zen Mountain Gallery ......................................Inside Front Cover

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