StatewideAttractionsPages 26

StatewideFestivalsPages 27-30

Pet Friendly

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RV Resorts &CampgroundsPages 41-47

Lake Havasu CityPAGE 15

Mexico

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Outdoor:RecreationPage 20

DECEMBER – FEBRUARY 2007JANUARY – MARCH 2007

StatewideAttractionsPages 36

StatewideFestivalsPages 27-30

Pet Friendly

Page 33

RV Resorts &CampgroundsPages 42-47

Quartzsite

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Mexico

Pages 37-40

OutdoorRecreationPage 34

Happy New Year readers and advertisers all. We look forward to one more year of providing travel information to those who prefer to experi-ence Arizona and its neighbors first hand. Our reach extends into Sonora, Mexico, home to Puerto Peñasco or, as we in Arizona are familiar with, "Rocky Point." Not stopping there, we have since introduced ourselves to Baja Norte, home of Mexicali, San Felipe and Los Algodones. Look forward to February’s issue where

we will proudly tout all of Mexico in our Mexico section. The colorful pull out will also stand alone as we distribute throughout all of Arizona and elsewhere. New Mexico, a serious playground for our readership as well as a feeder market for Arizona’s regional travel, takes over 5,000 papers. We have them available in 50 to 100 loca-tions as seasonal needs command. Yes, we do hit some of California, but our monthly 60,000 copies move pretty quickly and we have to be smart about how we go about our distribu-tion. Some of you may not know we also direct mail single cop ies to more than 750 national travel media editors and their respective papers. It is always our hope when our publication is received by those whose job it is to find interesting travel topics, they will see Az Tourist News as a resource. We know if our advertisers win, so will we. We receive no recognition except via our advertisers' support. We are always asked, "Does your advertising work?" I sim-ply point to the 200 to 250 advertisers who are in the paper monthly for the answer. Also, a portion of the more than 4,000 single copies sent out are to Outbound Tour Companies, who are always looking for exciting packages to put together to market for potential tours they will promote. We also send out to relocation and real

estate partners who over the years have specifically requested we sent them Az Tourist News. Major employee organizations, such as Raytheon in Tucson and Boeing in Phoenix, have also enlisted our help in getting information to their new hires. We even distribute to military locations where new people are coming on board daily, hun-gry for information on their new home. We receive requests from new locations monthly, often so far removed as to appear unlikely users of our resource. But once they find us, the connection that exists is apparent with a new group's need and our unique ability to provide multiple copies, albeit infrequently. This year, 2007, is reaching into our 10 year anniversary. September of 1997 was the very first "Tucson Tourist News." It didn't take us long — a mere nine months — until we evolved into Az Tourist News... and we were off, with no looking back. Nearly a decade later we are still looking for the State of Arizona to recognize us. Lots of travelers remain with-out information because we simply can’t afford to print the 300,000 estimated copies needed to fulfill the demand. This month we celebrate Quartzsite with population equal to that of greater Phoenix during the months when Snowbirds hover about, swooping down from Canada and our northern states en masse — often with little information about Arizona until they come upon us. Welcome to all our visi-tors - and residents, too - who are exploring the great state of Arizona... may 2007 bring many exciting adventures!

Accessible Travel .....................................................................32Attractions .............................................................................. 36Camp Verde ..................................................................................7Casa Grande .................................................................................9 Central Arizona .....................................................................8-13Colorado River Region ........................................................ 14-18Events, Featured ..........................................................24-25, 27 January Events .................................................................... 28 February Events .......................................................... 29 - 30 March Events ...................................................................... 30Globe .............................................................................................9Grand Canyon .............................................................................. 5Green Valley ............................................................................... 19Lake Havasu City ....................................................................... 18Lodging........................................................................................26Mesa .............................................................................................13

Mexico ................................................................................... 37-40Native American Culture ........................................................ 35Northland ..............................................................................4 -7Outdoor Recreation .................................................................34Parker ...........................................................................................15Pet Friendly Arizona ................................................................. 33Phoenix Metro ..................................................................... 11 - 13Quartzsite ........................................................................ 16 - 17Relocation .................................................................................. 32Rim Country ............................................................................... 10RV Resorts & Campgrounds .............................................. 42 -47Scottsdale ................................................................................... 12Southern Az .........................................................................19 - 22Statewide Map .................................................................. 24 - 25Tour Arizona ............................................................................... 23Tucson ................................................................................. 20 - 21White Mountains ........................................................................4

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Rock & Gem Show - Jan. 5-14Sell-A-Rama - Jan. 19-28

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• Over 100 acres of parking & camping• Over 600 tailgaters & dealers from around the world• Hit & Miss Engine Show, antique vehicles• Food booths, general flea market

(928) 927-5213“If you want it we got it”

January 12 – February 4, 2007

Quartzsite, Arizona is a small town located on the west coast of Arizona in the scenic Mohave Desert. Consisting of only 2,000 residents, Quartzsite graciously welcomes 4 million winter visitors fondly referred to as snowbirds, rockhounds, and RV’ers.

Aside from the famous, warm and sunny southwest winters, these nationwide adventure-seek-ers are attracted to the endless fun and camaraderie during Quartzsite’s world-renowned gem and mineral shows, swap meets, and various special events from January to March, including the nation’s largest consumer-attended RV show. There are also plenty of local activi-ties to suit all tastes such as hunting, fishing, hiking, shopping, golfing, rock hounding, bird watching, and ATV/4-wheel excursions. Don’t miss out on the excitement where visitors become neighbors!

Jump on the Bandwagon for THE MAIN EVENT (Jan. 12 - Feb. 4)

Celebrating 25 years of unique events and shows, The Main Event has it all! With hundreds of vendors and dealers from all over the world, flea market shoppers can find goodies ranging from

books and antiques to tools and jewelry. Hungry? Head over to the food court for an assortment of tasty treats. While there, sign up for the 1 pm daily draw-ing giveaway of $250 in merchandise (must be present to win). The drawings take place from Jan. 13 - Feb. 25 ... the grounds stay open for vendors and

visitors to enjoy even after the event dates. Make sure to save time for the Hit & Miss Engine Show (Jan. 26 - 28). With over 75 acres of parking and camp-ing and more than 600 tail-gaters and dealers, The Main Event is a legendary affair everyone should experience.

Mark Your Calendar: 3 Major Shows NOT to Miss

Tyson Wells Enterprises, founded in 1977, is a modern tale of a business that knows how to cater to its clients. Visitors to the shows will conveniently find seasonal vendors, self-storage units, and R.V. parking. The Tyson Wells Rock & Gem Show (Jan. 5 - 14) attracts worldwide rock enthusiasts with its dazzling minerals, fossils, jewelry, lapi-dary tools, and more from almost 400 national dealers. The 29th Annual Tyson Wells Sell-A-Rama (Jan. 19 - 28) boasts a plethora of goods such as antiques,

coins, crafts, lapidary equipment, food, and much more from some 500 ven-dors. With 2.2 miles of aisle frontage and booths spanning 25 acres, outdoor access to/from the show promises to be easy. The Tyson Wells Arts and Crafts Show (Feb. 2 -11) offers quite the array of creative, custom, and handcrafted items from about 200 national artisans. Come and find a souvenir, appetizing food, and an inspirational ambiance.

Offbeat Charm Equals One of Most Visited Places in Quartzsite

The Reader’s Oasis Bookstore owned by Paul and Joanne Winer has certainly made its mark in Quartzsite. Known for its eclectic selection of paperback, hard-back, and audio books, videos, and a free books table, the Winer’s have over 100,000 titles to choose from. Books are arranged by category and include west-erns, biographies, current bestsellers, southwestern and Indian history, rare finds, and field guides to name a few. The store is open all year at its NEW LOCATION: 690 East Main St.. With over 15 years in the business, starting with a basic tarp and poles to the new freestanding building, the Reader’s Oasis Bookstore is a must-see, celebrat-ed success story.

Thanks to the Quartzsite Chamber of Commerce: AZ Tourist News Community Sponsor

Operating solely with volunteers for 21 years, the Quartzsite Chamber of Commerce is a non-profit organization based on uniting businesses and profes-sionals to enhance the quality of life for

its members and the community. Their website has a comprehensive business directory listing restaurants to clubs/organizations to medical facilities. Also, the website has a listing of 47 points of interest for Quartzsite and the sur-rounding area. The Chamber welcomes everyone to stop by for a visit, gather information, and if available, become a volunteer.

For more information on Quartzsite’s shows and events, see the Quartzsite Calendar below and also pages 16 & 17 inside this issue.

Quartzsite Chamber of Commerce: 928-927-5600

www.quartzsitechamber.org Readerʼs Oasis Bookstore

690 East Main St. 928-927-6551

Tyson Wells Enterprises 928-927-6364 www.tysonwells.com

The Main Event 928-927-5213

SHOWS & SWAPMEETS Main Street ExtravaganzaOCT 1 - APR 1

Rice Ranch Roundup Y’All Come ShowNOV 1 - FEB 28

Greasewood Swap MeetNOV 1 - APR 1

ShowtimeJAN 4 - FEB 5

Desert Gardens International Gem, Mineral & Jewelry ShowJAN 1 - FEB 28

Tyson Wells Rock & Gem ShowJAN 5 - 14

Prospector’s Panorama Gem & Mineral ShowJAN 5 - 29

The Main EventJAN 12 - FEB 4

Main Street TradersJAN 12 - FEB 4

Tyson Wells Sell-A-RamaJAN 19 - 28

Sports, Vacation & RV Show - Big TentJAN 20 - 28

QIA Pow Wow Gem & Mineral ShowJAN 24 - 28

Hobby, Craft & Gem Show - Big TentJAN 31 - FEB 4

Tyson Wells Arts & Crafts ShowFEB 2 - 11

Rock & Roll Classic Car Show - Big TentFEB 3 - 4Prospector’s Panorama Peddler’s FaireJAN 30 - FEB 12

SPECIAL EVENTS Hi Jolly Daze ParadeJAN 6Quartzsite Chamber, 928-927-5600

World’s Largest ATV ParadeFEB 3Willpower, Inc., 928-927-6593

La-Z-Daze Quartzsite Classic Horseshoe Tournament JAN 19 - 22928-927-6495

The Main Event Hit & Miss Engine ShowJAN 26 - 28928-927-5213

American Veterans Traveling TributeReplica of the Vietnam Veterans Wall JAN 24 - FEB 18928-927-9321

Bluegrass FestivalTyson Wells Show GroundsFEB 23 - 25Soggy Mountain Festivals, 928-632-5639

4th Annual “It’s Chili in Quartzsite” Chili Cook-Off & State Salsa Championship Tyson Wells Show Grounds FEB 24Quartzsite Business Chamber 928-927-9321

QUARTZSITE CALENDAR

AlpineAsh ForkBagdadBellemontBumble BeeCameronCamp VerdeCarrizoCedar RidgeChambersChilchinbitoChinleChino ValleyCibequeClarkdaleClay SpringsConchoCongressCottonwoodCow SpringsCrown KingDesert ViewDeweyDilkon

DinnehostoEagarFlagstaffForest LakesFort ApacheFort DefianceFredoniaGanadoGrand Canyon VillageGray MountainGreerHappy JackHeberHillsideHolbrookHotevillaHouckHumboldtIndian WellsIron SpringsJacob LakeJeromeJoseph City

Kachina VillageKaibitoKayentaKeams CanyonKirklandLake MontezumaLeuppLower GreasewoodLukachukaiLuptonMany FarmsMarble CanyonMayerMcNaryMexican WaterMoenkopiMormon LakeMountainaireMunds ParkNavajoNazliniNorth RimNutrioso

OvergaardPageParksPauldenPetrified ForestPinedalePinetop-LakesidePinonPolaccaPrescottPrescott ValleyRed Rock CoveRock PointRough RockRound RockSt. JohnsSaint MichaelsSandersSawmillSecond MesaSedonaSeligmanShonto

Show LowShungopaviSkull ValleySnowflakeSpringervilleSupaiTaylorTeec Nos PosTes Nez IahThe GapTonaleaTsaileTuba CityTusayanVernonWilliamsWindow RockWinslowWoodruffYarnell

Northern Arizona Cities & Towns

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The delights of winter are many – and all are to be

found at Sunrise ParkResort. Skiers know of its

fabulous trails, but many may not be aware that the whole gamut of winter activities is available at Sunrise. How about the quiet whoosh of runners as you experience the snowy wonderland in a horse-drawn sleigh? Maybe you fancy a try at snowshoeing or are you an aficionado of ice fishing?

Whatever your preference, Sunrise Park Resort offers the facilities and-knowledgeable friendly staff to make your winter getaway a great experience.Start and end your day at the 100-room full service Sunrise Park Lodge.

After a day of action on the mountain you can work out the kinks at the spa and indoor pool and then relax in the restaurant. There is a free shuttle service to the ski area and some great ski pack-ages.

This is Arizona’s largest ski resort with 65 trails on three mountains.Sunrise Peak and Cyclone Peak rise to 10,700’ while Apache Peak reaches 11,000’ in elevation. The trails vary in difficulty with 40% at Beginner level,

40% Intermediate and 20% Expert. There are 10 chair lifts with the amazing lift capacity of 16,000 skiers per hour... including Arizona’s only high speed quad lift!

Five Day Lodges provide food, restrooms, storage and more. A fully accredited ski school provides com-plete child care as well as instruction. Two rental shops offer a full line including high performance equipment, ski clothing rental and accessories. Whether you are an experienced sports person or a keen first-timer, Sunrise Park takes care of all your needs.

Check out the listings below for more information on cross-country ski-ing, snowshoeing, tubing and sleigh rides. If you have any energy left at the end of the day, Hon-Dah Casino is only a 30-minute drive and offers gaming fun and excellent entertainment.

Some folks wait all year for snow and the thrills of winter sports. Others have come to Arizona to escape the tri-als of that icy white stuff… but enjoy a nostalgic weekend away to enjoy the gentler pleasures of cozy fires and sleigh rides. Sunrise Ski Resort is a top class winter destination for

EVERYONE.

• Sleigh rides- Experience the serene beauty of a crisp winter day, the sound of sleigh bells and beautiful Belgians pulling the sleigh through freshly fallen snow. The rides consist of small roman-tic trail cruises for 2 as well as group rides of up to 15 people, run by White Mountain Apache Stables.

• Tubing - The tubing hill is located behind Lake Ono, off the main entrance to the ski area. It’s a great tubing and fun play area for all. Tu-bing or not tu-bing, that is a question, but tube rent-als are available at the Sunrise General Store.

• Cross-Country Skiing and Snowshoeing - There is a cross-coun-try ski area close to Sunrise Lake that boasts over 13 miles of groomed trails. In the summer this is the Sunrise RV campground, and in the winter it is con-verted for the cross-country ski enthusi-ast. All the trails are located in the beau-tiful pines. Cross-country equipment and snowshoe rentals are available.

Winter in the White Mountains Let It Snow, Let It Snow!

Sunrise Park Resort: 800-772-7669 www.sunriseskipark.comWhite Mountain Apache Stables: 928-735-7449

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JAN 28 PINETOPSunrise Park Resort Presents Winter Games 2007Sunrise Park Resort, 20 mi E. of McNary on Hwy 273 off Hwy 260 - Dog sled races. 928-368-6724

If you are not the hardy type to relish ice fishing, skiing or the many other outdoor winter activities in the White Mountains, how about some museums, home tours or self-guiding automobile tours? All are sure to provide some enjoyable hours indoors - or inside your cozy heated vehicle - while you learn about this beautiful and unique part of Arizona.

MUSEUMS:Apache County Historical Museum St. Johns - Route 264 180 W. Cleveland 928-337-4737

Casa Malpais Museum Springerville - Route 60Casa Malpais Pueblo928-333-5375

Fort Apache Museum/Cultural CenterFort Apache - St. Route 73White Mountain Apache Reservation928-338-4625

Little House Museum Eagar - St. Route 260928-333-2286

Renee Cushman Museum Springerville - St. Route 60 928-333-2123(Open by Appointment)

Show Low Historical Society Museum Show Low - Routes 60 & 260928-532-7115(Open by Appointment)

Stinson MuseumSnowflake - St. Route 77928-536-4881

AUTOMOBILE TOURS:Lake Mountain/Porter Mountain Self-guided cassette tapes available at the Lakeside Ranger Station, 928-368-5111

Pistols, Plows, PetticoatsIn-town and area driving toursSelf-guided tour booklets available at Springerville-Eagar Regional Chamber of Commerce, 928-333-2123

Historic Home Tours Snowflake, 928-536-4881

Trail of Many Tracks Recorded driving tour of the White Mountains available on tapes and cd at all chamber locationsPinetop-Lakeside Chamber of Commerce, 928-367-4290

White Mountain “Keep Warm” Activities

SPECIALIZING IN:• Prime Rib • Seafood

• Mesquite-Broiled Steaks• Mesquite-Broiled Chicken

A Part of Pinetop’s History Since 1938

CharlieClark’sSteakHouse

The Meeting Place of the White Mountains

Located on Hwy 260, Pinetop, Az(Main & Penrod)

928-367-4900www.charlieclarks.com

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Tax not included in room rates. *Valid November 26, 2006 - March 8, 2007, excluding December 21, 2006 - January 1, 2007 and February 16 - 18, 2007. **Romance package valid

November 26, 2006 - February 1, 2007, excluding holiday dates above. Lodge subject to seasonal closures and availability.

Where winter is done in grand fashion.

$274**El Tovar Romance PackageOne night at historic El Tovar. Includes complimentary in-room California sparkling wine and fruit basket, and dinner for two with a bottle of El Tovar wine in the dining room.

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Xanterra South Rim, L.L.C. is an authorized concessioner of the National Park Service.

Winter is always peaceful and picturesque at the Grand Canyon. Not only are there spectacular seasonal landscapes to enjoy, but the accommodations at popular places like El Tovar and other rim lodges are easier to come by as well. Book your winter retreat online or call toll-free 1-888-297-2757.

$76*-$89*Winter Value RateOne night at Maswik or Yavapai Lodge,single or double occupancy.

• Singing Cowboys and Native American Dance • Southwestern Cuisine• Indoor Pool and Jacuzzi • Award Winning Photographers On Site• Free Wireless Internet Connection in Lobby • Wild West Saloon

• State-of-the-Art Fitness Center • Starbucks Coffee Shop

www.visitgrandcanyon.com • 928-638-3333Located at the south entrance to the

Grand Canyon National Park

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“The region... is of course altogether valueless...

Ours... will doubtless be the last party of whites to visit this

profitless locality.” Thus reported US Army Lt. Joseph Ives after his explora-tion of the Grand Canyon in 1857. His quote, so amusingly wrong from our perspective of today, is one of the many little gems to be found when delving into the history of this World Heritage Site.

The Grand Canyon is a window into the history of the Earth itself. Erosion has exposed rocks ranging from 1.7 bil-lion years old to a mere 1 million years old. Eons ago the Pacific continental plate crashed against and went under the North American plate, creating the Rocky Mountains. In time this tilt-ing caused the ancient Colorado River to carve a new pathway, the Grand Canyon.

Humans began inhabiting the Grand Canyon region about 10,000 years ago. Starting in about the 1300’s, the tribes of today or their direct ancestors began moving into the area - the Hualapai and Havasupai, the Southern Paiutes

and the Navajo. They harvested the natural riches of the land.

The first Europeans, on the other hand, were in search of another kind of riches, the supposed gold of the fabled Seven Cities of Cibola. Garcia Lopez de Cardenas, a member of the expedition led by Coronado in 1540, was the first white man to see the Grand Canyon.

By the 19th century America was expanding westward, and fur trap-pers, traders and fortune hunters trav-eled through the region on the way to California. In 1848 much of the Southwest was ceded to the US after the war with Mexico and the US Army dis-patched surveyors to chart the unknown territory. Lt. Ives, quoted above, obvi-ously saw little to be enthusiastic about.

He was in the minority... in 1869 Major John Wesley Powell, a fear-less, one-armed Civil War veteran and his nine companions became the first to journey 1,000 miles on the Colorado River going through the Grand Canyon. Miners followed, then writers and artists who celebrated the beauty of the Grand Canyon. Soon folk clamored to see for themselves... and tourism was born.

In a Nutshell...Some History of the Grand Canyon

PEOPLE

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ANDFall is here, and that

means winter is just around the corner at the Grand Canyon.

To take advantage of all there is to see and do, stay with Grand Canyon

National Park Lodges, operated by Xanterra South Rim, L.L.C., the only accommodations in the park at the South Rim. With 907 rooms in seven distinctly different lodges, rooms are available with some advance planning or if you arrange your visit at the last minute.

Book your stay at Maswik Lodge, just a short walk from the rim. Or choose the elegance of the historic El Tovar, where you will find our gracious staff very accommodating. The Mary Jane Colter designed Hopi House and Lookout Studio are open year-round and offer a selection of fine Native American crafts and Grand Canyon sou-venirs. (Note: Bright Angel Lodge guest rooms will close January 2, 2007 for renovations; the lobby, restaurant, and gift shop will remain open throughout the winter).

The South Rim is also the home of the celebrated and historic El Tovar Dining Room and its legacy of fine food. Or, choose a quick bite at the Maswik or

Yavapai cafeterias or a casual family meal at the Bright Angel Restaurant. Indulge in your favorite beverage at the Maswik Sports Bar or El Tovar Lounge, or try the Canyon Coffee House at the Bright Angel Lodge for a Mocha or Latte, or just enjoy a good cup of cof-fee. There are dining choices to suit every taste, and budget.

This winter, take advantage of low off- season rates and packages and increased availability at all of our lodges. Effective Nov. 26 - Dec. 20, 2006, Jan. 2 - Feb. 16, and again Feb. 19 - Mar. 8, 2007, a one night stay is only $76 to $89 at Maswik or Yavapai Lodge. Or indulge in a romantic get-away at the historic El Tovar Hotel with the Romance Package available Nov. 26 - Dec. 20, 2006 and Jan. 2 - Feb. 1, 2007 for only $274.

Grand Canyon National Park Lodges - We're not just close, We're there. Xanterra South Rim, L.L.C. is an autho-rized concessionaire of the National Park Service.

Low Off-season RatesGrand Canyon National Park Lodges

Reservations: 888-297-2757 toll-free or 303-297-2757 www.grandcanyonlodges.com

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AHEAD

• $25 per private vehicle or $10 per pedestrian, motorcycle rider or cyclist. Admission is for seven days and includes both rims.

• You may prefer to purchase the annual National Parks Pass for $50.00 good for admission to ANY national park.

• U.S. residents aged 62 or older may obtain a Golden Age Passport for a one-time fee of $10. This is a lifetime entrance pass to national parks, monu-ments and more.

1-888-GO-PARKS, www.nationalparks.org

Grand Canyon National Park

Entrance Fees

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Sedona, Arizona is one of the most popular vacation

destinations in the American Southwest, celebrated for its mag-

nificent views and glowing rock tow-ers. The vibrant colors, lush greenery and the clear waters of Oak Creek make Sedona a haven for visitors seek-ing rest or adventure. Its natural beauty and unique geologic setting also inspire artists and spiritual seekers, many of whom have made Sedona their home.

While known primarily for its sce-nic beauty, Sedona is rich in history, too. The town was named after Sedona Schnebly, whose husband Carl started the first Post Office in the region in 1902. As families began homestead-ing the Sedona area, they developed apple and peach farms in the heart of Oak Creek Canyon. Farther back in history and even in prehistoric times, this was a sacred area for many Native American cultures.

Today over 4 million people visit Sedona and Oak Creek Canyon annu-ally. Some come to purchase fine quality art from the more than 40 art galleries in Sedona. Others come to be

pampered in the world class spas. Still others come to seek spiritual growth at healing centers and to tour the famous vortexes.

Many of Sedona’s annual events are focused upon the arts including the Sedona International Film Festival, Plein Air Festival, Open Studios Tour and Red Rocks Music Festival.

Sedona is also full of possibilities for fun and recreation. Hiking and moun-tain bike trails abound. Fly-fishing and camping are enjoyed by many. A number of companies offer horseback adventures and jeep tours. Climbers test their skills on the red rocks of Sedona, while others prefer the excite-ment of seeing them from the air, whether by balloon, helicopter or fixed wing aircraft tours such as offered by Sedona Sky Treks.

There is no place in the world like Sedona, with its glowing scenery and creative culture. It’s a perfect spot for a rejuvenating get-away.

Jewel of the SouthwestThere’s No Place Like Sedona

Sedona-Oak Creek Canyon Chamber: 800-288-7336

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AuthenticNative American

Arts, Crafts& Jewelry

Visit the most popular rest area/viewpoint in the Coconino National Forest,

the Oak Creek Vista Overlook.

Enjoy scenic views of the MogollonRim, Oak Creek Canyon and Sedona.

Interact with Native American Vendorsand take a piece of their culture and

tradition home with you!

OAK CREEK VISTA OVERLOOKon Hwy 89A (14 miles south of Flagstaff)

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Are you a snowbird look-ing for a great home base for

the winter or are you a resident looking for a new destination?

Why not head to Cottonwood...one ofArizona’s best kept secrets!

Located in the Heart of the Verde Valley, Cottonwood is 1 1/2 hours north of Phoenix. Take Interstate 17, exit west on Hwy 260 and continue 12 miles to Cottonwood. Make a left on Hwy 89A, continuing straight on Historic 89A to the quaint Historic Old Town district with its unique array of shops, art gal-leries, cafes, and the prohibition jail.

Cottonwood was founded in 1879 by pioneers who began farming in the area. Old Town’s western shop fronts and classic streetscapes are reminis-cent of yesteryear. Visitors can join the Arizona Main Street Program’s guided tours twice weekly through the historic district.

Cottonwood and the Verde Valley also offer a variety of recreational activities. This high desert region (3300 ft. eleva-tion) is surrounded by mountains and mesas with virtually every type of ter-rain - from abundant large cottonwoods,

lush grasslands and marshes along the year-round, free flowing Verde River to its red deep canyons such as the Sycamore. Fishing, hiking, biking, golf, birdwatching and horseback riding are among the activities available.

Nearby is the town of Jerome, which was once a busy mining town and is today an “almost” ghost town that has been revived into a thriving art-ist colony. Other attractions include the Blazin’ M Ranch Dinner Show, the Clemenceau Heritage Museum, Tuzigoot National Monument, Dead Horse Ranch State Park and the Verde Canyon Railway.

Cottonwood is a choice destination for any vacation...you won’t want to go home!

The Secret’s Out...Stay in Cottonwood for the Winter

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Winter Fun Coming Up! 20th Annual Winterfest

FEB 1-28 FLAGSTAFF Approximately 100 events including skiing, ice skating, concerts, theater, art, historic tours, workshops, star gazing and more will satisfy almost everyone’s needs and desires. Winterfest is all about providing fun activities for anyone that wants to par-ticipate. Whether you are an athlete or artist, whether you prefer outdoor adventure, a night out, tall tales of cow-boys or the 18th century work of poet Robert Burns, there is an activity for you. Most are free.

928-774-4505

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“Where the Past Meets the Present and Comes Alive”Home of Montezuma's Castle

and Out of AfricaCAMP VERDE CHAMBER OF COMMERCE

928-567-9294 • www.visitcampverde.com

The Town of Camp Verde will be holding its 7th

Annual Pecan & Wine Festival on February 10 & 11, 2007.Camp Verde is located in the geo-

graphic center of Arizona and is the perfect spot to spend the weekend. Many of the event's activities center on the large abundance of pecans grown in the community. The National Historical Registry awarded the Town a historic designation protecting a row of 100-year old pecan trees, known as "Pecan Lane."

The festival will feature pecan judg-ing, pecan bake-off, demonstrations on yarn spinning and blacksmithing, and hayrides to a working pecan farm. Fresh baked pecan pies will also be served by the piece or you can take home a whole pie.

Also featured is wine tasting, a per-fect opportunity to find out about the fine wines that our own Arizona winer-ies have to offer. No festival is complete without music. We will have a featured jazz musician for the weekend along

with many other jazz musicians. A special of the festival is antiques deal-ers that come from all over Arizona displaying quality antiques for sale or trade.

Not only does the Pecan & Wine Festival promise to be fun, but it will also be educational. Representatives will be on hand to give informative seminars on pruning and care of the pecan trees and grapevines.

Location: Camp Verde Community Center, 395 South Main Street.

Admission: Antiques only - $5; Antiques & Wine Tasting - $10.

Festival hours: Saturday 9-5 and Sunday 10-4.

Camp Verde is just a 60 - 90 minute drive from Phoenix. If you would like a fun filled weekend for the whole family, join us Feb. 10 & 11.

Camp Verde Pecan & Wine FestivalAntique Treasures Too - Feb. 10 & 11

AHH NUTS!Camp Verde Parks & Recreation: 928-567-0535 www.cvaz.org

By now, you’ve probably heard about Boom Boom, our

new giant South African rhino, who was destined to be shot as a

trophy at a Texas canned game hunt in November. Through the efforts of both Marc Ecko of *ecko unltd. and Out of Africa Wildlife Park, his life has been saved and our lives have been enriched.

Ten days after arriving at Out of Africa from his long semi-truck trip between the Catskill Mountains in New York and the Mingus Mountains in Arizona, we transferred our handsome white rhino into his new permanent home. It took from 10 am to 4:55 pm - 7 hours!

Boom Boom’s new habitat is six and a half acres of gently rolling desert ter-rain, two “rhino ready” mud wallows, native trees and shrubbery, and a rustic sand-colored, concrete-and-beam heated house that we’ve dubbed the “Rhino Resort.”

Visitors often see him strolling

around his new digs, exploring his African-like domain, getting accus-tomed to all the extra space, enjoying his favorite sunbathing spots and his king-sized dining table.

His appetite is substantial - about a hundred pounds of hay and grain a day. He often comes when he hears one of his new friends call his name. He saun-ters over, rhino-style, for hugs and mas-sage, and scratching around his ears and other baby-soft places between the folds of his skin.

Boom Boom’s like a cross between a big puppy and a pot-bellied pig - only super-sized. As he approaches, an inter-esting impression comes to us. He’s a giant, sensitive, heavenly, child-like spirit who’s come to live and share his presence with us. When you visit next time, you’ll feel his charisma for your-self.

Further Adventures of Boom BoomSouth African Rhino Gets Hugs at Out of Africa

LIFE SA

VEDOut of Africa Wildlife Park: 928-567-2840

As a result of a grant from Arizona Office of

Tourism (AOT), the Town of Camp Verde placed its first

Cannon on the corner of Highway 260 and Finnie Flats Road. This “cannon” is actually an 1861 Parrott Rifle. The gun was invented by Robert Parker Parrott, a West Point graduate. Used by both sides during the Civil War, this cannon was selected for our Town because it is a classic representation of cannons used by the U.S. Army during the period when Camp Lincoln and Fort Verde were active.

The Fort actually had a Bronze 1841 12 pound Mountain Howitzer stationed here, and this working piece along with 10 “period” uniforms will be acquired with the same AOT grant

sometime in 2007. This cannon will be located on Main Street at the entrance to Fort Verde.

Many members of Town Staff worked very hard on this project and deserve thanks and recognition: Parks and Recreation Department, Streets Department, Finance Department, Planning and Zoning, and Administration.

Special thanks go to Bobby Chavez, Mike Dumas, Marvin Buckle, and Bill Lee for their hard work, support and creative ideas. Additional thanks go to Roy Gugliotta from our local Chamber of Commerce, Arizona State Parks staff and Ft. Verde personnel, Arizona Department Of Highways and our Mayor and Town Council for supporting this effort.

Look for Our New LandmarkCannon Comes to Camp Verde

HISTORIC

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CENTRAL AZ CITIES & TOWNS

February 23, 24, & 25, 20073-DAY RODEO

Saturday Parade • Large CarnivalBLM Wild Horse & Burro Adoption

Two Entertainment Stages • 100+ Vendors

Rated One of the Best Weekend Events in the State!

For more information: 480-982-3141

Tour of Historic

Florence

Featuring 13 historicbuildings from

Florence’s rowdyterritorial days!

$12 Adult ($10 Advance) Children under 18 Free

SaturdayFebruary 10

9:00 am to 4:00 pm

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Wickenburg Chamber of Commerce

February8th-11th, 2007

Experience the “Real West”during this celebration of Wickenburg’s

Ranching and Mining Heritage.

Parade on Saturday at 10am, Arts & Crafts Exhibitors, 2-day Senior Pro Rodeo, Free Stage Entertainment,

Gold Panning, Melodrama, Family Carnival, and Much More!

For more information, contact

928-684-5479 or online at: www.wickenburgchamber.comRodeo & Dance tickets available from t i c k e t w e b . c o m

59th Annual

Gold Rush Daysin Wickenburg

Founded 59 years ago by the Wickenburg Chamber of

Commerce, this event celebrates the town’s origins as a gold mining

center in the days before there was a Phoenix. This year Gold Rush Days will be celebrated from Feb. 9-11, 2007.

On Thursday, Feb. 8th and Friday, Feb. 9th, you’ll find a western con-cert at the Del E. Webb Center for the Performing Arts, where “The Sons of the Pioneers” will perform.

The official event kick off is Friday, Feb. 9th on historic Frontier Street with the 10 am. The main festival area in historic downtown - with over 200 arts/crafts exhibitors, a family fun carnival, free stage entertainment, photo exhibit and gold panning - runs daily from 9-5, with the carnival running throughout the evening.

The Classy Classics car show is held on Friday only from 10-3. The always hilarious Wickenburg Desert Stagers produce an old fashioned melodrama held in the historic Saguaro Theatre at 7 pm nightly throughout the celebration.

The parade on Saturday is one of the largest in Arizona, with over 100 entries including 1,000 horses, classic

autos, floats, marching bands, and youth groups participating. The parade theme this year is “Happy Trails!”

Special Saturday activities include the Beard Contest, Western Barbecue, and the first performance of the Senior Professional Rodeo held at 2 pm at the Everett Bowman Arena off Constellation Road, just one mile east of the downtown area. The Saturday night Gold Rush Days Rodeo Dance fea-tures music by Phoenix-based Western Electric Band.

The daily activities along with the rodeo continue on Sunday. Special day events include the Young Life Pancake Breakfast from 8-11 am and tradi-tional Mining events - the Mucking & Drilling Contest at 10 am and the Arizona Gold Panning Championship at 1 pm ... contestants in both events com-pete for money and prizes.

This annual celebration is one of the signature heritage events for Wickenburg. You won’t want to miss it!

59th Annual Gold Rush DaysWestern Fun “Out Wickenburg Way!”

Info: 800-942-5242 www.wickenburgchamber.comRodeo & dance tickets inthe Phoenix area: www.ticketweb.comHERI

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Aim Florence’s way for “One Straight Shootin’

Home Tour” on Saturday, Feb. 10, 2007 from 9 am to 4 pm. The 22nd Annual Tour of Historic

Florence highlights architectural styles from the earliest Sonoran adobes to American bungalow structures as well as the town’s rich western history. Visitors can also check out the weekly farmers’ market, an antique and col-lectible sale, the Rotary Club Book Sale and living history demonstrations.

The Pinal County Historical Museum will host a Chautauqua on John P. Clum. Clum was an Indian agent

who published the first newspaper in Florence in 1879. He moved his opera-tion to Tucson and later to Tombstone, establishing the Tombstone Epitaph. The museum’s presentation will involve a portrayal of Clum during the years when he lived in Arizona.

The self-guided tour begins at the Florence Visitor Center, 291 N. Bailey St. Admission for adults is $10 in advance or $12 on tour day; children under 18 years are free.

For a Grand Day Out...Tour Historic Florence - Feb. 10

Info: 800-437-9433 www.florencemainstreet.com

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No, chili may not cure what ails you, but it can

definitely spice up your out-look-put our theory to the test at

the 29th Arizona State Open Chili Championship, Classic Car Show and Motorcycle Show in Casa Grande, Sat. March 3!

Chili cooks from throughout Arizona will work their tasty, fiery magic and compete for chili awards at Ed Hooper Park, at the intersection of Rodeo Road and Pinal Avenue (Hwy. 387). Other scrumptious food and beverages will be available for purchase, as well as arts and crafts. Enjoy live entertainment, a classic car show, and a motorcycle show while you bask in our friendly, home-town charm.

The same weekend offers both the 49th Annual Cactus Antique Airplane Fly-In at the Casa Grande Municipal Airport, Fri. and Sat. March 2 - 3, and the LeGrande Tour XX Bicycle Challenge with three different distances on Sat., March 3.

If you're looking for something a little sooner, try the Annual Fiddlers Bluegrass Jamboree at the Pinal County Fairgrounds Jan. 5 through 7 and the Historic Downtown Street Fair

and Car & Bike Show Jan. 20-21. Also coming up are the Wuertz

Farm Gourd Festival, "The Running of the Gourds," at the Pinal County Fairgrounds, Fri. through Sun. Feb. 2-4, and the exhilarating 40th Annual O'Odham Tash Indian Days Celebration, Fri. through Mon., Feb. 16 - 19. And let's not forget Country Thunder, headliners from the coun-try music scene in concert, scheduled for Wed. through Sat. Apr. 12 - 15, in Florence.

In addition to these and the rest of the uniquely entertaining events scheduled throughout the year, Casa Grande offers beautiful area golf courses, restaurants, museums and incredible shopping. Take a leap from an airplane or in a wind tun-nel, or just watch -- at the international skydiving facilities in Eloy, Skydive Arizona and Skyventure Arizona!

Whether you're seeking fun, exciting events or a place that feels like a family reunion with more fun and less work, you'll find it all in Casa Grande.

It’s Funbelievably Grande!Non-Stop Entertainment in Casa Grande

Greater Casa Grande C of C: 800-916-1515 www.casagrandechamber.org

EVENTS

GALORE!

Over the last decade or two, as gourds have really

come into their own, innumer-able puns have evolved that are

almost as clever as gourd projects themselves. Sayings like: Have a gourd day, gourdgeous, for the love of gourd, gourdian angel, for gourdness sake, and on and on... This tweaking of the English language is not unlike what gourd gurus do to gourds of their choosing. While the material remains the same, the perceptions an artist can invoke are limitless!

Wuertz Farm’s Gourd Festival is not just for seasoned “gourders.” In fact, the three-day schedule of awesome displays, activities, competitions, live entertain-ment, culinary temptations, and thou-sands of dried gourds... guarantees no one will be bored outta their gourd!

This year over 100 artists and vendors are slated to participate. Forty reserved classes, from beginning to advanced, will be in session the entire weekend in Building #1. The Arizona Gourd Society’s Judged Show fills Building #2 with works of art from across the country, while the rafters of Building #4

will ring with cheers as aspiring racers vie for top honors in the Grande 500 Mini Gourdster Race.

New to the festival this year is the Deep Water Sailing “Regourda,” where gourd vessels float across the sparkling fish pond for cash prizes and braggin’ rights. It’s also the first year for the Kids Make and Take Tent, where “kids” of all ages are given a hands-on introduction to gourd crafting.

No festival would be complete with-out superb musical talent like Los Primos (Latin singers) and Timeless Melodies (country and oldies) plus the beauty and charm of the Birds of Paradise Hula Dancers. If you can find time to eat, gourd yerself on the tastily prepared food or take home something fresh from the Farmer’s Market.

Festival hours: Fri-Sat 9-5, Sun 10-3. Admission: $5, kids 12 & under free. RV Parking. Rain or shine. Most activi-ties indoors. You are gourdially invited to attend!

It’s a Gourdin’ Opportunity!Wuertz Farm’s 4th Annual Gourd Festival Feb. 2-4

Info: 520-723-4432 www.wuertzfarm.com

FUN FOR A

LL!

Let the games begin! Apache Gold Casino Resort

has 500 video and reel slot machines with $5, $1, quarter,

nickel and penny slots, and state-of-the-art progressives like multi-video poker and Wheel of Fortune.

The casino includes a poker room with 7-Card Stud, Texas Hold-Em, and Omaha. Test your luck at our 270-seat live Bingo room and $50,000 Multi-Race Keno. Or try your hand at Blackjack any day of the week.

Apache Gold’s Best Western Hotel offers 146 well-appointed rooms with king and queen size beds and cable TV, as well as Jacuzzi suites.

If golf is your game, you’ll enjoy the Apache Stronghold Golf Course. This dramatic, par 72 championship course was rated by Golfweek as the top public course in Arizona in 2005 and most recently rated by Golfweek as one of the Best 21 Casino courses in the nation at number 14! Designed by award-winning architect Tom Doak, Apache Stronghold is both spectacular and challenging.

For your dining pleasure, the Apache Grill Restaurant serves delec-table dishes and the Wickiup Buffet offers an enticing feast, both prepared by our award winning chefs. After an exciting day, relax with a cocktail at our Cabaret Lounge and enjoy live enter-

tainment in the evening on Fridays and Saturdays.

With the Apache Gold Fun Bus, getting here is a breeze. We have regu-larly scheduled pick-up locations in Phoenix, Tucson and Casa Grande.

If you have an RV, our full-service RV Park has everything you need, from utility hook-ups to a convenience store. Apache Gold is located in San Carlos, five minutes east of Globe on Hwy 70.

Apache Gold Casino ResortGaming, Golf, Good Food and More . . .

Info: 1-800-APACHE-8 www.apachegoldcasinoresort.com

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PROFILE

The Museum of Rim Country Archaeology

(MRCA) is highly unique to Arizona and the Southwest. MRCA

presents a substantial museum display floor and a gift shop. The museum proper

presents exhibits on the history and cur-rent applications of archaeology and a full focus on the ancient cultures of the Rim Country from trade routes to ceremony.

The tour of the museum is presented by “Ao,” a unique fictional character from 1150 AD who offers the patron a “whole different attitude” of our early culture. Docents are available to answer questions

regarding the exhibits.Additionally, this facility has a full

classroom for seminars, field study programs and formal instruction. An important consideration to support the classroom is the professional quality labo-ratory, which is utilized by students, avo-cational archaeologists and professional archaeological companies.

Museum hours are Noon-4 pm, Thurs-Sun. Admission is by donation. MRCA is located at 510 W. Main St. in Payson.

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Up here in Arizona Rim Country, there is a beau-

ty to winter that is rather hard to convey. Lacking the youthful tree

buds of spring, the towering thunder-heads of a pending summer shower and the vibrant kaleidoscope of autumn’s breeze-blown leaves, winter speaks softly and always in muted tones.

The snap and crackle beneath the traveler’s footfalls of a few months ear-lier have given way to winter’s muffled ambiance. Views that were obscured by individual leaves and matted foliage are now easily observable. To the casual explorer, it is as though Mother Nature has pulled open the drape and is beg-ging you to silently enter her primordial forest.

Even in winter, the undulating land-scape is full of wildlife. A far-distant family of coyotes may be heard sing-ing in unmetered harmony. If you are quiet and willing to wait, the photogenic elk and deer are everywhere and quite easy to observe. If you talk and ruin the moment, the best you will see will be winter-coated rabbits thumping towards hidden burrows or a beautiful gray

squirrel scolding your audacity from astride a pine limb.

Winter is snow, too. Each flake is a guarantee that life will spring forth eter-nal. Every flake is also the beginning of a snowball, grease for a sled and part of the white backdrop to photograph your family. If you are a child, our snow-flakes are calorie-free tongue treats that ensure perfect childhood memories.

Your winter experience might require a crackling fire and a book in a rus-tic lodge, champagne in a hot tub under the stars or a delicious meal with friends. Perhaps you would rather have a commercial camp spot in a recreation-al vehicle campground. We have all of that and much, much more.

The perfect time to see the Mogollon Rim, Tonto Natural Bridge State Park, the Zane Grey Cabin Replica in Green Valley Park, and the communities of Star Valley, Christopher Creek, Pine, Strawberry and Payson is now. Call the Visitor Center or log on to the website.

Winter Beauty in Rim CountryUnspoiled Forest and Champagne in a Hot Tub

Info: 800-672-9766 www.rimcountrychamber.com

SEASONAL

DELIGHTS

1. Rim Country Regional Chamber of Commerce/Visitor/Information Center Open 7 days a week - brochures, maps directions, area info. 1-800-672-9766

2. Zane Grey Cabin ReplicaThis famous cabin, prior to its destruction in the Dude Fire, attracted worldwide Zane Grey fans. Now reconstructed in meticulous detail, located in Green Valley Park. 928-474-3483

3. Mazatzal Casino Tonto Apache Reservation Slots, gaming activities, food, entertainment. 1-800-777-play(7529)

4. Historic Main StreetHistoric buildings, antiques, shopping, walking tour, restaurants. 928-468-6074

5. Museum of Rim Country ArchaeologyTools of archaeology, artifacts of Rim Country Risser Ranch ruins and Q Ranch, seminars and tours. 928-468-1128

6. Rim Country Museum/No. Gila County Historical Society Logging, mining, ranching and ancient his-tory exhibits, Zane Grey memorabilia, gift shop. Oldest western Forest Service Ranger Station and 1905 Haught Cabin. 928-474-3483

7. Rumsey ParkDog exercise park, Payson public library. 928-474-5242 ext. 268

8. Shoofly Village ruinsPicnic area, BBQ facilities, hiking. Call Payson Ranger Station. 928-474-7900

9. Tonto Natural Bridge State ParkWorld's largest natural travertine bridge, 183 feet high, 400 foot long tunnel. Hiking trails, ADA view points. 928-476-4202

10. Antique shops galore! Call or visit the chamber for a map with locations. 800-672-9766

11. Pine Walking TourSelf-guided tour of historic Pine, antiques, gift stores. 928-476-3547, 1-800-672-9766

12. Pine-Strawberry Museum and Visitor/Information CenterArtifacts of area. 928-476-3547

THINGS TO DO IN RIM COUNTRY

Archaeology Museum Explore the Ancient Cultures of Rim Country

Info: 928-468-1128

PROFILE

90 Minutes to WonderlandRim Country is an Easy Drive from Everywhere

There was a time when “the Beeline” was little more than a

single-lane, rutted wagon trail that connected Arizona Rim Country with

Phoenix. A trip to the cool, pine-scented “Rim” was an arduous, day-long affair.

Today, the Beeline, more commonly known as Arizona 87, is a modern, four-lane divided highway that has won several major environmental excellence design awards.

The 90-minute drive from Phoenix, Scottsdale and other Valley of the Sun cit-ies is one of unrivaled and ever-changing magnificence featuring spectacular rock outcroppings and panoramic vistas. As you travel north, stands of saguaro cactus give way to snow-capped peaks in the winter months.

Nearing Payson, you will notice the magnificent Mazatzal Mountains form-

ing the western horizon of Arizona Rim Country. The word “Mazatzal” is Apache for “rugged” or “rough”.

As you might expect, the “Heart of Arizona” is centrally located in the geo-graphical center of the state. They say Arizona Rim Country is 90 miles from everywhere, and indeed it is 93 miles from the city amenities of Phoenix, 98 miles from Prescott, 91 miles from Flagstaff, 86 miles from the beautiful red rock country of Sedona, and 90 miles from Show Low.

No matter where your home base is locat-ed, it’s an easy, short, and beautiful drive to Payson, Pine, Strawberry, and Christopher Creek. Come up and enjoy the magic of these Winter Wonderland communities!

Info: Rim Country Chamber 800-672-9766

COME ON

UP

Payson, and the communi-ties of Pine, Strawberry, Star

Valley and Christopher Creek, are very “animal friendly.” Besides hav-

ing thousands of elk, deer, javelina, and birds of all types - they just love dogs.

There are about a dozen hotels, motels and rustic lodges in Arizona Rim Country that look forward to meeting the housing needs of travelers and their dogs. As we all know, our pets are just like our chil-dren. Don’t they deserve the best, too?

The Town of Payson has created a

special place where dogs and their owners can exercise and play together. Called the Payson Off-Leash Park, the 1.6-acre prop-erty is located in Rumsey Park.

The off-leash park has become so loved that it is now a “destination” for tourists and travelers alike. One couple ended up spending four nights in Payson because their Schnauzer was having such a good time!

Info: Rim Country Chamber 800-672-9766

PLAY T

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Dog Friendly Rim CountryTry the Payson Off-Leash Park

JANUARY 2007 www.lasr.net CENTRAL AZ PAGE 11

Kruse will host its 36th annual collector car auction

at the Arizona State Fairgrounds on January 26, 27, and 28 with

two rings of exciting action held indoors with a sprawling 200 acres of newly paved asphalt.

Dean Kruse, President of Kruse International, stated, “This new site offers a great downtown location to our customers.” With ample space for trucks to load and unload, parking areas, near-by hotels, and easy Interstate highway access, Kruse brings a fresh atmosphere to their event.

The company boasts the largest cus-tomer base in the industry and holds over 40 events around the globe each year. Each car entered benefits from an international marketing campaign and a website that boasts over 250,000 hits

per day. Some of the spectacular cars to be

featured in the auction include: a 1968 Dodge Coronet Hemi Hardtop, valued at over $1.5 million; a 1968 Mustang Shelby 500KR, a 1953 Buick Super Series 50 Convertible, a 1930 Stutz MA Cabriolet, a 1937 Jaguar SS 100 Roadster, as well has hundreds of other muscle cars, sports cars, classics, and special interest vehicles. In all, 700 collector cars are expected to be up for grabs during this Grand Finale weekend of the January events.

Kruse welcomes a wide variety of makes and models at their event and prides itself in offering the best custom-er service in the industry.

New Location for Kruse AuctionCollector Cars at State Fairgrounds Jan. 26-28

Info: 800-968-4444 www.kruse.com

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• Guadalupe Indian Community• Litchfield Park• Mesa• Paradise Valley• Peoria• Phoenix• Queen Creek• Salt River Pima Maricopa Indian Community

• Scottsdale• Surprise• Tempe• Tolleson• Wickenburg• Youngtown

Largest and Most Decorated Winery in Arizona

35 W. Boston St., Chandler, AZ 480-792-69272 blocks south of Chandler,Blvd.,west side of Arizona Ave.

KOOL JAZZ DINNERSEvery Friday & Saturday 5 - 10pm

Great Food • Live Jazz

JAN. 12-14Italian - American Festival

Feb, 9-11 & 14Days of Wine & Rose Festival

Daily Operating Hours: Mon.-Wed. 11:30 am-6 pmThurs., Fri. & Sat. 11:30 am-10 pm

Sun. 11:30 am-5 pm (featuring Brunch 11:30am - 3pm)

Wine Tastings and Sales • Private Events After Hourswww.kokopelliwinery.com

If you haven’t visited Gilbert’s Heritage Downtown,

you’ll want to stop by to find out what all the excitement is about.

Our sleepy little downtown is getting a facelift, and all the new businesses down-town have added a feeling of excitement and anticipation for the future.

Stop by for one of the Hale Center Theatre’s live musical performances in their unique “theatre in the round.” A list of plays can be found at www.halethe-atrearizona.com.

Looking for a tasty bite to eat while walking through the shops downtown? Check out Joe’s Real BBQ, Euro

Café, Farmhouse Restaurant, and newly opened Oreganos. GrainBelt GrillHouse will be opening in January so there are plenty of choices to please your taste buds.

Norwood Furniture and Country Manor offer a variety of furniture and accessories for your homes and gifts for friends.

It won’t be long and our historic water tower will have a new facelift, and the park underneath the tower will be a won-derful meeting place to bring the family to enjoy some outdoor entertainment. The Town is working on a beautiful park along the canal area that will offer some wonderful water features and walking paths. In addition, the downtown will see new streetlights, pedestrian walkways and a new streetscape incorporating tree lined paths.

We hope you’ll stop by soon and visit our historic downtown!

Lots Happening...in Gilbert’s Heritage Downtown!

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Barrett-Jackson gears up for the World's Greatest

Collector Car Events™ from January 15-21, 2007 at West

World of Scottsdale. More than 1,200 of the finest automobiles imaginable will cross the auction block in front of a live, national television audience (SPEED™ TV). A Rock 'n' Roll auc-tion, fashion shows, high-end shopping and The Garage, a new entertainment venue, round out this week-long life-style event.

Discounted tickets are available on Family Value Day (Martin Luther King Day) and Happy Auction Hours gets you in for just $5 after 5:00 pm on Tuesday (1/16) and Wednesday (1/17). Bidder packages are still available for $500 and include an event credential for bidder and guest, access to bidder bar, two invitations to the Opening Night Gala and prime parking. For more infor-mation visit our website.

It's Not Just Any Car Auction...It's the Barrett-Jackson Experience

Info: www.barrett-jackson.comAUTOS

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C’mon. Take a train ride.McCormick-Stillman Railroad Park7301 E. Indian Bend Road(480) 312-2312www.therailroadpark.com

THE 52ND ANNUAL SCOTTSDALE ARAB IAN HORSE SHOW & SHOPPING EXPOF E B R U A R Y 1 6 - 2 5 , 2 0 0 7 • W E S T W O R L D , S C O T T S D A L E

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Come see over 2,200 of the world’s most beautiful Arabian horses compete for the

coveted title of Scottsdale Champion. Browse through the two, big-top tents which

host over 300 Commercial Exhibitors from around the world. View their showcases

of art, jewelry, clothing, every equine related item imaginable and take time to

enjoy a wide variety of food!

TICKETS to the Scottsdale Show can be purchased through TICKETMASTER

Tel: 480-784-4444

The 2007 Scottsdale Arabian Horse Show is proud to benefit the following

Charities: Cox Charities, Phoenix Children’s Hospital and the March of Dimes.

If you are interested in visiting a local Arabian farm, go to our website for listings.

ARABIAN HORSE ASSOCIATION OF ARIZONA • PO BOX 13865, SCOTTSDALE, AZ 85267

T: 480-515-1500 • F: 480-515-1122 • E: info@scottsdaleshow.com

More than 500 shops, galleries, restaurants, clubs

and pubs are located within the two square miles of Scottsdale

Downtown. Walk or ride the free trolley between shopping districts, public artworks, and historic landmarks.

Bring a camera to docu-ment your visit! The Robert Indiana “LOVE” sculpture located in the Civic Center Mall and the Bob Parks Horse Fountain located on Fifth Avenue and Marshall Way are two of the most photographed public art-works. Visit the Scottsdale Museum of Contemporary Art for a complete list of public art and enjoy the fountains, gardens and art located in the Civic Center Mall.

Downtown Scottsdale is the old-est shopping district still in existence in the state of Arizona. The city was founded in 1888 when Winfield Scott purchased land next to the Arizona Canal. The Little Red Schoolhouse built in 1909 (7333 Scottsdale Mall) currently serves as an office for the Scottsdale Historical Society where you can pick up information on Scottsdale’s early town buildings.

Scottsdale’s Downtown is always a

premier destination for shopping for everything from Western wear to Native

American crafts to antiques to contemporary art. One “must have” are the Cosanti wind bells made just a few miles away at the Cosanti Foundation. Check out the wares in Old Town, the Marshall Way Contemporary Arts District, the Main Street Arts & Antiques District and the Fifth Avenue Shopping District.

Thursday night ArtWalks take place downtown throughout the year at 7 pm featuring receptions, enter-tainment & exhibitions. Don’t miss the special ArtWalk held on Saturday, Jan. 13 in conjunction with P.F. Chang’s Rock ‘n’ Roll Arizona Marathon (held Jan. 14).

Mark your calendar for Feb. 16-18 when the Scottsdale 5th Avenue Fine Art & Wine Festival in Old Town hosts over 100 world class artists plus wine-tasting and live entertainment 10 am-5 pm. Admission is $2.

Don't miss the Scottsdale Downtown experience!

Scottsdale DowntownTwo Square Miles Packed with Experiences

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Each year, the Scottsdale Arabian Horse Show draws

more than 2,200 of the world's finest Arabian and half-Arabian

horses for 10 days of thrilling competition in pursuit of the coveted “Scottsdale Champion” title. These magnificent animals and their owners gather from around the world to com-pete for more than $1,000,000 in prizes in more than 620 colorful classes.

The 52nd Annual Scottsdale Arabian Horse Show will take place at the City of Scottsdale’s WestWorld, February 16-25, 2007. The largest event of its kind in the world, the Scottsdale Arabian Horse Show routinely attracts hundreds of thousands of spectators.

The event features more than 300 vendors and trade booths, offering everything from lavish jewelry, clothing and works of art to boots, saddles and gifts. Guests also can stroll the luxuri-ous, exotically decorated stabling areas in which the horses are housed.

Each year the Scottsdale Arabian Horse Show raises hundreds of thou-sands of dollars for local charities. Some that have benefited from recent shows include the March of Dimes, Cox Charities and Phoenix Children’s Hospital. Club members estimate that, over the years, more than 100 charities have benefited substantially from the event.

Set against the beautiful backdrop of the Sonoran Desert, the Scottsdale Arabian Horse Show is a must-see event that is perfect for the whole family. Join us in Scottsdale this February and watch these magnificent horses compete!

The horse show runs each day from 8 am-5 pm with evening performances Friday and Saturday from 6-9 pm. General admission is $10, senior citi-zens are $7, children under 12 are free.

Horses... Shopping... Lots of Fun52nd Scottsdale Arabian Horse Show Feb 16-25

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Frank Lloyd Wright's Taliesin West World famous Taliesin West was built by Frank Lloyd Wright and his apprentices in the 1930s and was constantly expanded and modified by the architect until his death in 1959. 12621 N. Frank Lloyd Wright Blvd.480-860-2700 House of Broadcasting, Inc. (Radio & Television Memorabilia)Walk back in time with Arizona's radio and television legends. This museum offers a com-pendium of personalities and paraphernalia from this dynamic broadcast industry.7150 E. Fifth Ave.602-944-1997

African American Multicultural Museum Offers an extensive variety of exhibits and pro-grams featuring art, historical items, speakers, and artists.617 N. Scottsdale Rd., 480-314-4400

Heard Museum NorthA branch location of the internationally acclaimed Heard Museum, the Heard Museum North presents two exhibitions annually.34505 N. Scottsdale Rd., 480-488-9817

Exploring Scottsdale Museums

by Christopher Bradbury The Canadian Snowbird

Association (CSA) will host two great events in Arizona this

February - the Canadian Snowbird Celebration at the Mesa Convention

Center on Tuesday, February 13 and the CSA Winter Information Meeting at the Yuma Civic and Convention Center on Friday, February 16.

The Canadian Snowbird Celebration is a full day of entertainment starting at 10:00 in the morning and conclud-ing at 4:00 pm. The event will showcase the entertainment of Celtic Balladeer - Tom Leadbeater, Piano Virtuoso - John Bressler, the World’s Greatest Story Teller - Gordie Tapp, and Sing Along Sensation - Catherine McKinnon. Parking for the event is free and lunch will be available in the courtyard at noon. There are no reservations required for this event; however, it is recommended that you arrive early to ensure you get a great seat.

The CSA’s Winter Information Meeting at the Yuma Civic and Convention Centre begins at 1:00 pm and will also feature the entertainment of

Tom Leadbeater and John Bressler. Both of these great entertainers have been well received by snowbirds all over North America.

This meeting does take a somewhat different approach to dealing with the current issues that effect snowbirds. The Winter Information Meeting begins with presentations by the President of the CSA, Mr. Gerry Brissenden, and Medipac Travel Insurance Chief Medical Director, Dr. Robert MacMillan. The floor is then opened up to our guests who have the opportunity to ask questions of the panel and bring matters of current interest to snowbirds to the attention of the Directors of the Canadian Snowbird Association.

Winter Information Meetings are held all over the United States every winter and are quite possibly the most important events that snowbirds will attend all year.

Admission for all Canadian Snowbird Association special events is free and, as always, members are encouraged to bring their friends out to join the association and take part in an enjoyable day.

Snowbird Special Events Presented by the Canadian Snowbird Association

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Apache Trail Adventures await on Route 88! Among the attractions: Apache Greyhound Park, Mining Camp Restaurant and Trading Post, Goldfield Ghost Town, Superstition Mountain Museum, Barleens Arizona Opry Dinner Show, Boyce Thompson Arboretum, Tortilla Flat, The Dolly Steamboat. 800-283-6372

Arizona Museum for Youth Child oriented fine arts center featur-ing art exhibits and unique hands-on art activities. Voted one of the nation’s best children’s museums by USA Today. 35 N. Robson St. 480-644-2467

Commemorative Air Force Museum Home of "Sentimental Journey," the most authentically restored WWII B-17 flying today. Other authentic warplanes of the era are also on dis-play along with exhibit memorabilia. Warbird rides available. Falcon Field Airport. 480-924-1940

Park of the Canals See evidence of a canal system devel-oped 2,000 years ago by the ancient Hohokam civilization. The Brinton Desert Botanical Garden, located within the park, features hundreds of different varieties of cacti, trees and shrubs. 1710 N. Horne.480-827-4700

Cool Things to Do Around Mesa

By any measure, the Grand Canyon is one of the wonders

of the world. The canyon is a sacred place to Native Americans

living nearby, and it has inspired awe in all visitors since Europeans rediscov-ered it. Its images have fueled the imagi-nations and challenged the talents of writers, photographers and artists since they first encountered the canyon.

Starting November 18, the Mesa Southwest Museum is pleased to pres-ent an exhibition of some of the great-est artists who ever tackled the Grand Canyon as their subject: Thomas Moran (1837 - 1926), one of America’s great-est landscape painters; Gunnar Widforss (1879 - 1934); Carl Oscar Borg (1879 - 1947) and E.I. Couse (1866 - 1936), who sometimes placed Native Americans in their images of the canyon; Louis Akin (1868 - 1913); Gustave Baumann (1881 - 1971), celebrated as one of America’s greatest printmakers; and Hiroshi Yoshida (1876 - 1950), who brought a Japanese aesthetic to his work at the canyon. These are just some of the artists and images you will experience in this feast for the eyes.

Grand Canyon Grandeur: Early Paintings and Prints from the Hays Collection opens November 18 through March 18, 2007, featuring over 40 imag-es by 19 superb artists.

Grand Canyon GrandeurInfo: Mesa Southwest Museum 480-644-2230

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TUESDAY, FEBRUARY 13, 2007Mesa Convention Center • 10 am - 4 pm263 North Center Street, Mesa, AZ 85201

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Colorado River Region Cities & Towns

FABULOUS MEDJOOL DATES

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P.O. Box 100, Bard, CA 922221517 York Rd City Rd S-24

Directions: Winterhaven Exit Off I-8 West. OnS-24 North 10 minutes. From Interstate Hwy

Just Across Colorado River Bridge.

760-572-0277 • Fax: 760-572-0404

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FRIDAY, FEBRUARY 16, 20071 PM 4PM (Doors open at noon)Yuma Civic & Convention Center1440 W Desert Hills Dr., Yuma, AZ 85365

FREEADMISSION

Presented byThe Kingman Area Chamber of Commerce Ambassadors Committee

Powerhouse Visitor Center

Feb. 3rd, 2007 • 6:30 to 9:00pm

On Feb. 17-18 the Arizona Veterans Memorial

Inc. will host the 8th Annual Chili Cookoff weekend with over

$2,400 in prize money. This 2-day event will be the largest chili cookoff in the Northwest Arizona. It will include chili, salsa, arm wrestling, Karaoke, classic car show and youth competition.

For $3.00 visitors will have the opportunity to taste chili and salsa from around the West. Chili teams from Texas, Alaska, California and Kansas have expressed interest in competing in the event.

The cookoff will be held at Bullhead City's Rotary Park on the Colorado River. Entry is FREE. Gates open from 10 am to dusk both days. There will be

a vendor court with food, crafts, and other merchandise. Budweiser beer will also be available. Two stages will pro-vide live music and entertainment all day.

The public is invited to attend the Chili Cookoff party and Calcutta auction at Lazy Harry's Bar & Grill on Friday night at 7 pm to help kick off the event. There will be free snacks avail-able prior to the auction.

Call for information for cookers, vendors, arm wrestling & Karaoke con-testants, and sponsorship of the 2-day event.

Veterans Memorial Chili Cookoff Bullhead City Event is Largest in NW Arizona

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by Charlis McVeyDid you know that the date

is one of the oldest cultured tree crops? Records show that it

was cultivated more than 5,000 years ago in Mesopotamia. Date trees were introduced to the western hemisphere by Spanish missionaries, who planted the seeds around the missions in the late 18th and early 19th centuries.

Many varieties were imported in the following years, but the most sig-nificant of these was the Medjool date. The Medjool originates in Morocco and was introduced into the U.S. in 1927. Offshoots of these original trees were planted in the Bard Valley in California, the premier Medjool date growing region in the world.

Imperial Date Gardens has become a leader in Medjool date production. The owner Isabel Nunez and his family take great pride in their product and give close personal attention to its quality. Date palms, with male pollen produc-ing flowers and female fruit produc-ing flowers on separate trees, require hand pollination. Thinning, care and harvesting of the fruit is also done by hand as is the sorting and drying.

The Medjool is the “Cadillac” of dates, the largest, meatiest and most flavorful variety. They contain no cho-lesterol, almost no fat or sodium and

are rich in potassium, iron and fiber. Medjools possess energy in the form of invert sugars, perfect for those who cannot tolerate sucrose in their diet. Imperial Date Garden Medjools are completely natural with absolutely no pesticides or preservatives.

Where can you get these fabulous dates? Winter visitors and locals can find them in the retail shop in Bard. Luckily the rest of us can buy them through the Imperial Date Gardens’mail order company. They package dates of different sizes and weights and also specially processed in various ways: walnut or pecan stuffed dates, chocolate covered dates, raw date sugar, date but-ter - great for making shakes - and gift baskets, just to give you some examples.

Imperial Date Gardens is expanding their operations into the Yuma area, gradually planting 2,000 acres of trees on the sandy Yuma Mesa. The trees there grow quickly and produce good quality fruit. We can all look forward to having even more wonderful Medjools to enjoy!

The Imperial Date Gardens shop is located on 1517 York Rd, Bard.

Imperial Date GardensA Fascinating and Delicious Crop

To Order: 760-572-0277 800-301-9349 www.imperialdate.comPRO

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928-669-6511 • www.parkerareatourism.com

The Best of

ArizonaGRAND CANYON STATE

PARKER

Parker, Arizona is the perfect spot for your winter

travel. With over 30 RV Parks, Resorts and Campgrounds along

the beautiful Colorado River and our mild winter climate, we have everything you need for your winter get-a-way.

Some of the events during the season include the January Rock & Gem Shows in Quartzsite and our Annual Line Dance Mania, the February Potpourri at Western Park, and the March Bluegrass Festival at La Paz County Park. There are also many activities at our Senior Center and our beautiful BlueWater Resort and Casino.

So when in Parker, please stop by the Tourist Information Center for all your travel needs. The Tourist Center and Chamber of Commerce are located at

1217 California Ave., Parker, AZ 85344.YA JUST GOTTA BE HERE!

Welcome SnowbirdsPark Yourself in Parker

Info: 928-669-6511 www.parkerareatourism.com

OVERVIE

Wby Rachel Jones

Set your radio dial to 1380 AM to get a taste of what

this slogan is all about. Parker, Arizona’s KLPZ radio offers some-

thing a little different from traditional programming. Manager and owner Keith Learn describes KLPZ as “country and a little more.” And as Keith says, “You never know what the ‘little more’ is going to bring you.”

If you’re tired of typical news radio, KLPZ presents a light-hearted and lis-

tener-oriented approach. In addition to music and discussions of current events, KLPZ’s morning show with Keith and Juanita and the afternoon show with John Wright feature lively interaction with callers, including games with lis-teners. Fridays are even dubbed ‘You Call It Friday’, and callers can choose what prizes they want to play for. KLPZ is anything but traditional!

‘Local and Live All Day Till 5’ Interact with Parker’s KLPZ Radio

PROFILE

BlueWater Resort & Casino is the perfect getaway.

Located just 3 miles north on Hwy 95 from Parker, the resort’s

200 rooms all feature a spectacular view of the river. There are six great din-ing options, indoor water park, miniature golf, video arcade and great gaming. Adjacent to the Casino, an air conditioned 4-Plex Theater shows the latest movies.

And on top of all that, BlueWater hosts an incredible variety of events and concerts. Take out your nice new cal-endar and make your plans for a visit to BlueWater!

Coming up on Jan. 6 is the Parker "250" - "Dual in the Desert" for motor-cycles and quads. On Feb. 2-4, the “BlueWater Resort & Casino Parker 425- The Legend Lives On” presents buggy and truck racing at its best. The course is a 140-mile loop raced three times with Shea Road, Osbroune Wash

and The Python open for spectators.Elvis fans will want to mark Jan. 13 on

their calendar! That’s when BlueWater presents DON ROSE and “A Tribute to the King in Blue Hawaii” with the Blue Hawaiian Dancers. Don's stage charisma and strong voice have been compared to the real Elvis. There will be two shows; book now for $10 tickets or $15 day of show.

Other events to note: Sunday Feb. 4 - the BIG GAME on

the BIG SCREEN. The Super Sunday Party begins at 3 pm and includes your favorite game type food, giveaways and drink specials !

Wednesday Feb. 14th - Valentine’s Day concert by "Rain" A Tribute to the Beatles.

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Parker Calendar of EventsGeneral Events - 928-669-6511

Bluewater Resort and Casino Event Schedule - 888-243-3360

JAN 5-7 Best in the Desert (250) Offroad Race. FEB 1-4 PWCC Potpourri at Western Park

FEB 17 Annual Rotary Desert Dash

MAR 2-4 5th Annual Bluegrass Festival on the River

MAR 15-18 La Paz County Fair

JAN 6 Parker 250- “A Duel in the Desert”

JAN 13 Don Rose and “A Tribute to the King in Blue Hawaii” with the Blue Hawaiian Dancers

FEB 2-4 BlueWater Resort & Casino Parker 425- “The Legend Lives On”

FEB 4 Super Sunday Party - watch the BIG GAME

FEB 14 Valentine's Day concert by "Rain" a Beatles Tribute

FEB 23-24 Inaugural “Dam to Dam BlueWater Big Bass Classic” Bass Tournament

MAR 3 Roy Clark in concert

MAR 10-11 Parker Ski Marathon

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Quartzsite, AZ is again hosting the 4th annual

"'It's Chili in Quartzsite" chili cook-off and State Salsa

Championship on February 24, 2007. This delectable and fun-filled event has been sponsored by the Quartzsite Business Chamber of Commerce in cooperation with the Chili Appreciation Society International (CASI) organization for the past three years and gets bigger and better each year.

Chili cooks from all over the country come to Quartzsite to compete with some local entries for the best tasting chili, and for the past two years they have also competed for the State Salsa Championship. The chili cook-off and salsa championship are sanctioned events where the winners can use their points to go on to other competitions all over the country.

This year, the cook-off will be held at Tyson Wells Showground. Anyone who loves chili and salsa can get their tasting cups at noon and sample all the goodies

while the judges make their decisions. The public judges people's choice chili, while the competition for CASI entrants gets judged by a panel in blind taste testing.

As well as the competition, there will be a big raffle and entertainment by two great country and western bands--Jerry Mullins and Friends and the Stillwaters Band. There will be lots of fun, great music, wonderful prizes to be won, and some of the best chili and salsa you will ever taste!

So, come on down to Quartzsite, AZ., and join in the fun--located at the cross-roads of Hwy 10 and Hwy 95 between Phoenix and Los Angeles. All entries are welcome to come and experience this exciting event. For entry informa-tion please contact the Quartzsite Business Chamber of Commerce. Everyone is invited when "It's Chili in Quartzsite!"

"It's Chili in Quartzsite"So Warm Your Taste Buds this February

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Info: 928-927-9321

One of Quartzsite’s major winter landmarks over the

past 20+ years has been the big tent housing three events produced

by The Quartzsite Shows.By far the largest structure in town,

the "BIG TENT" got bigger. The pro-moters added 40,000 sq. feet of inside exhibit space in 2006 and will be return-ing to town with the "BIGGER, BIG TENT" in 2007, covering almost two acres of carpeting under canvas.

Promoter Kenny King explains, "We added about 40% more exhibit space in 2006 and widened the aisles. We're hop-

ing to have a dedicated area for hunting and fishing outfitters in 2007 to compli-ment our growing number of tourism related exhibits from all over the USA, Canada and Mexico."

The "BIG TENT" is located 1/2 mile South of Interstate 10 on State Hwy 95 and features the Quartzsite Sports, Vacation & RV Show Jan. 20-28 with several hundred new and used RV's on display and over a dozen service bays.

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The Big Tent Got Bigger!

Expo 2007 - Fiesta in Yuma! A kaleidoscope of

Mexican colors, flavors and fun will be drenching the air

in Yuma at the Mexicali, Los Algodones and San Felipe Expo

2007. Dancing its way from noon to 4:30

pm on Jan. 21, the Expo features a real Mexican fiesta at the Yuma Civic Center, 1440 Desert Hill Drive... barely north of the border — with plenty of information on how to go south.

An array of travel packages will

be offered with destinations like San Felipe, Mexicali and Los Algodones. See for yourself why these have become the hottest tourist destinations.

Enjoy dance groups, ranchero singer, door prizes, and all the tourism informa-tion you'll need for a successful trip.

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January 24-28, 2007Rocks, Gems, Minerals,

Jewelry & Related HobbiesFREE ADMISSION • FREE PARKING

CAFETERIA OPEN EVERY DAY

More than 400 dealers of quality gems,minerals and jewelery from around the world

• Lapidary Equipment & Supplies •Demonstrations • Gold Panning • Spheres •

Silver • Gold • Turquoise • Opals • Findings •Metal Detecting • Obsidian Knapping •

Cabochons • Rough Rock • Slabs • Wire WrapSupplies • Beads • and much more!

Rockhound field trips daily with QuartzsiteRoadrunners Gem & Mineral Club

QUARTZSITE IMPROVEMENT ASSOCIATION235 E. Ironwood Street • P.O. Box 881 • Quartzsite, AZ 85346

(928) 927-6325email: qia@redrivernet.com

www.quartzsiteimprovementassoc.com

by Cate MuellerThe 41st annual Quartzsite

Improvement Association Pow Wow Gem and Mineral Show is

Wed. through Sun., January 24 - 28, 2007. Show hours are 9 am - 5 pm daily. Come early and wear comfortable shoes!

The Pow Wow is a celebration of all things rock, gem and mineral. Rockhound vendors and shoppers flock from around the world to sell and seek treasure - from raw stones to fine finished jewelry.

There are more than 400 booths on the nine acre QIA showgrounds. Displays include the latest in rockhound equipment; sphere-polishing machines, automatic gold panners, jewelry making supplies; and the resulting beautifully crafted jewelry. Look for gemstones, geodes, gold, silver, sap-phires, turquoise, opals and more in their natural state and in jewelry.

Demonstrations include silver smithing, wire wrapping, gemstone carving, chain making, beading, flint knapping and gold panning.

Quartzsite Roadrunners Gem & Mineral Club hosts rockhound field trips daily. Hunt for agates, jasper, birds-eye and banded rhyolite, limonite cubes,

desert roses and fossils.Admission, parking and shuttle service

around the Pow Wow are free. QIA vol-unteers serve three hot cafeteria-style meals daily. Vendors wearing Pow Wow name tags can use the quick-serve line

Join us: The QIA needs at least 300 volunteers to help make the Pow Wow a success. Volunteer cooks, food service, maintenance, sanitation, security positions are all available. Come to pancake sup-per Wednesdays at 5 pm and see what the fun’s all about.

Vendors: there are a few outside spac-es available, starting at $63.00 for the five days. The QIA requires merchandise must be at least 75% gem and mineral related. Sign up ASAP!

Come join the fun and experience the many "facets" of rock hounding at the QIA, 235 E. Ironwood, one block south of Main Street between Ironwood and Mesquite.

All that Glitters... The Quartzsite Pow Wow Gem & Mineral Show

Info: 928-927-6325 www.qiaaz.org

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There is a scattering of old landmarks around Quartzsite,

but one of the big attractions is the grave of Hadji Ali (Hi Jolly),

the Arab camel driver. In 1935, the Governor of Arizona dedicated the pyra-mid that marks his gravesite.

Hi Jolly (that is how the foreign name

sounded to the desert people) came from his native Syria during the mid-1850s with North African camels ordered by the U.S. Army. The Army hoped that camels would make excellent beasts of burden in this desert country, and Hi Jolly was hired as the chief camel driv-er. But the camels were not compatible with the Army’s mules, and the entire plan was junked in 1864.

Hi Jolly kept a few animals and tried to operate a freighting business between Colorado River port cities and the min-ing camps to the east, but his plan, like the Army’s, did not work out. In 1868, Hi Jolly turned his last camel loose near Gila Bend, Ariz. and went to work pros-pecting and scouting on the side for the government. He died in 1902.

The grave of Hadjii Ali is located approx. one mile west on Business Loop 10 from the intersection of SR 95 and B-10. You will find a large pyramid made of stones from the area and topped by a copper camel.

Monument to “Hi Jolly”Story of Camels in the Southwest

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The American Traveling Tribute

Quartzsite, ArizonaJan. 24th to Feb. 18th, 2007

The American Veterans Traveling Tribute is an exhibit that pays tribute to the men and women who served in the U.S. Armed Forces.

The 4/5 scale replica of the Vietnam Veterans Memorial is its visual centerpiece, standing 8 feet high at the apex and spanning 370 feet!

Quartzsite Business Chamber of Commerce

928-927-9321

Lodging: Desert Gardens RV Park 928-927-6361

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If you are looking for the perfect accessories, fur-

niture or appliances to com-plete your home’s décor, then be

sure to visit the 25th Annual Home Show on February 16-18. The Home Show is sponsored by the Colorado River Building Industry Association (C.R.B.I.A.). Admission is FREE!

There will be a huge variety of prod-ucts and services to help organize, enhance, and complement your living space and lifestyle.

The Home Show will once again be held at Lake Havasu High School. In addition to the two large exhibi-tion halls and outside spaces, a 6,400 sq. ft. tent has been added. There will be many more vendors than in previ-ous years and acres of space to show off the growing number of products and displays of personal services that add to this great event.

This year’s theme is “Enhancing Our Lifestyles for 25 Years.” The C.R.B.I.A. focuses its energies and attention on the ever increasing needs of the com-munity and its young people. “Progress can only be made with the teamwork of our community and its citizens,” says Bud Schulz, Executive Director of the C.R.B.I.A.

In addition to the regular vendors and service booths, there is a food and entertainment court. The C.R.B.I.A. host booth has numerous raffles going on every 30 minutes or so. Tickets are

$1 each or 6 for $5. There will also be two free, large give-aways drawn on Sunday afternoon. You don’t need to be present for any of the drawings; how-ever, you do need to be able to come and pick up your prize at the show if you win.

The Association was established in 1974 and its members cover every area of building from banks and finance institutions to sub-contractors, building mate-rial suppliers, low-voltage installers, stained glass & mosaics, equipment rental

and much more. Their membership directory has over 150 different classifi-cations with over 325 members.

Location: Lake Havasu High School, 2675 S. Palo Verde Blvd., Lake Havasu City. Hours: Fri. 4-7:30 pm, Sat. 9 am-5 pm and Sun. 9 am-3 pm.

Please attend so that you may find everything you need and/or want for your home while supporting an organi-zation totally dedicated to the survival of healthy community progress.

25th Silver Anniversary Home ShowBiggest Ever Presented in Havasu, Feb. 16-18

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HISLake Havasu City will be shutting down Main Street

(upper McCulloch Blvd.) to enjoy one of its most significant

events of the winter season on the weekend of Feb. 10-11. Winterfest 2007 will be celebrated with live musi-cal entertainment, over 400 vendor booths, great food and lots of activities for the entire family.

It is estimated that 40,000 visitors and locals will enjoy the mile-long string of tents that run from Smoketree Avenue to aSaturday and Sunday.

Winterfest is spon-sored by the Lake Havasu Area Chamber of Commerce and according to CEO and president, Lisa Krueger, is a signature event for the city. “This is the 22nd annual Winterfest and it has just con-tinued to grow in size every year,” said Krueger.

Vendors will be bringing all kinds of items to Winterfest to give it the diversity it has become so well known for. There will be clothing, yard art, jewelry, crafts, wood and leather works, sports equipment, agency and organiza-tion information and children’s activi-ties. Krueger said they have sold out of booth space in the last few years.

One of the returning vendors, the Havasu Stitchers Association, rents space to answer questions about comfort quilts made for law enforcement and injured people. Another local vendor is an authorized dealer for Lip Sense and rents space to display a line of skin care

products that are not available in the stores.

Krueger said open-ing ceremonies will led by the Veterans of Foreign Wars Color Guard at 10 on Saturday morn-ing. There will also be several strolling street performers playing to

the mingling crowds. The Havasu Idol contest will be held in the morning and will be open to youth in grades K-12. The Pearl Bailey Showmobile will be set up in the midway near Pima Wash where youngsters will perform various stints on stage and there will be chairs set up theater-style to watch.

Winterfest is sponsored by the Lake Havasu Area Chamber of Commerce, Lake Havasu City Convention and Visitors Bureau, the City of Lake Havasu City and supported by local businesses.

22nd Annual Winterfest Signature Event in Lake Havasu City, Feb. 10-11

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A rodeo circuit new to Lake Havasu City is making a stop

here in January. The National Senior Pro Rodeo Association

has an event planned for the rodeo arena at SARA Park Jan. 27 & 28.

All members are at least 40 years of age, but don’t expect this to be old guys trying to recapture their youth. As they say, there are no rocking chairs for this outfit. This rodeo has all the same favorite events of other rodeos, from calf roping and saddle bronc riding to bare bronc and even bull riding and many more. Women’s events include ladies’ barrel race, ribbon roping and ladies breakaway roping.

Another inaugural event is the sidewalk sale on Jan. 14, hosted by the Lake Havasu City Mainstreet Association. Taking place on McCulloch Boulevard between Smoketree and Acoma, the sale will bring retailers out on the sidewalks with special deals and products for the public.

Dubbed the Community Jubilee on Mainstreet, there will be attractions for the entire family from a bake sale to a large art exhibit and games and activi-

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Titan Missile Museum 1580 W. Duval Mine Rd. (I-19 exit 69)Descend into Titan II ICBM Site 571-7, the only publicly accessible missile complex in the world. Hours: daily 9-4 (last tour at 4p), closed Thanksgiving & Christmas. Reservations suggested. 520-625-7736

Madera CanyonCoronado National Forest (I-19 exit 63)The lush riparian habitat is home to a vast number of insects and mammals while 230 species of birds have been spotted here. Hiking & bicycle trails and picnic facili-ties available. Day use 6a-10p, overnight camping also available. 520-281-2296

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The Inn at San Ignacio offers the finest accommoda-

tions in beautiful Green Valley, Arizona. Adjacent to the San

Ignacio Golf Club, many of the Inn’s luxury villa suites offer great views of the Santa Rita Mountains and the 18-hole San Ignacio golf course. The resort features 44 large condo rooms (1,000 square feet each) and 44 oversized hotel rooms.

Close by are the world famous birding hotspots of Madera Canyon, Arivaca Cienega and the Buenos Aires National Wildlife Refuge. Add his-tory, art, shopping and more birding at nearby Tubac and Tumacacori. Then relax in the Jacuzzi, swim in the pool...it is the perfect place for a family vaca-tion! The Inn at San Ignacio also hosts golf, bird watching, and business groups of all sizes.

The San Ignacio Golf Course along with its sister course, Canoa Hills G.C., are considered by many to be two of Arizona's best golf courses. James Green, who owns Green Mountain Hotel Group, operates the Inn and points to his many return customers as to why some consider the town and these golf courses

“the best little golf secret in Arizona.” In addition to 36 holes of champion-

ship golf, San Ignacio also has an excel-lent restaurant called the Coyote Grill. The grill serves superb breakfast, lunch and dinner. The staff at the golf course and the grill are outstanding and also handle tournaments, golf groups, ban-quets and parties.

The Inn at San Ignacio offers Arizona's Best Golf Packages with 12 Southern Arizona golf courses includ-ing San Ignacio, Canoa Hills, Torres Blancas and the beautiful new Canoa Ranch Golf Club. Three of these golf courses are less than a two minute drive from the Inn. The majority of the Inn's golfing guests and groups consider these three golf courses to be three of Arizona's best. Registered guests can reserve tee times up to six months in advance and get reduced golf rates.

For a vacation that offers the best of fun and relaxation in a spectacular rec-reational setting, visit Green Valley and stay at the Inn of San Ignacio.

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by R.D. PharesTired of trying to convince

your non-Arizona relatives that the Sonoran desert is a vibrant,

lush land teeming with life? Or do you need to reconnect with that idea yourself? In that case, allow Spanish Trail Outfitters to demonstrate the true beauty of the Arizona desert from a tra-ditional southwestern perspective; that is, from horseback.

“Our trails offer a unique opportunity to view the bio-diversity of the Sonoran Desert,” says Nancy Gray, proprietor of the operation. “Riders uncover the secrets of this distinctive and diverse des-ert region, cross streams, experience the cooling shade of a mesquite woodland, climb onto a desert plateau and mix with giant saguaro cactus and other native veg-etation.”

Guests don’t usually expect to ride through water in the desert. But that is just one of many surprises in store for those moseying along with one of the Outfitter’s experienced, informative and entertaining wranglers. “People remark on how they were shocked about how lush the desert is,” Gray testifies. Guests are also introduced to village sites of the ancient Hohokam civilization, which

mysteriously disappeared around 1400.Spanish Trail Outfitters has been

providing horseback tours since 1992. The owners, Nancy & Richard Gray, have been in the same location by the Sabino Canyon Recreation Area since their opening. “Because we border the Sabino Canyon Recreation area and the Coronado National Forest, we see a lot of wild animals,” says Nancy. “We see lots of deer, some bobcats, a lot of coyotes, hawks, and occasionally a fox. There’s Gila monsters, desert tortoises.” You get the idea. And so will your friends who don’t believe the desert could be home to so much flora and fauna.

You may also wish to hang out at the “Shinbone Town Site,” which is perfect for parties or group meetings, small or large. The site depicts a western ghost town.

Spanish Trail Outfitters provides guid-ed trail rides that last one hour, one and a half hours or two hours. It’s important to note that, “We are a Girl Scout and Boy Scout approved stable for horsemanship badges and are the stables for the Fenster Ranch Camp,” says Nancy. “That tends to reassure parents that our horses our good with kids.” Spanish Trail also provides horse boarding, riding lessons and hosts horse clinics.

Spanish Trail Outfitters provides great opportunities to learn about Tucson’s natural surroundings and to get a taste of the Old West.

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Get eye-to-eye with a brilliant blue, flaming red,

or luminous yellow butterfly at Butterfly Magic at the Tucson

Botanical Gardens through February. Cozy up to hundreds of tropical butter-

flies during this special seasonal exhibit featuring over a hundred different species from Australia, Asia, Africa and the tropi-cal Americas.

New this season are unusual butterflies from select regions. January will focus on unique butterflies from Central and South America. Don’t miss the emer-gence room with a viewing window so you can watch the butterflies emerge from their chrysalides!

All of the butterflies in the Gardens’ exhibit are hatched from eggs and live as

caterpillars in butterfly farms in tropical parts of the world. When the caterpillars change into the pupa or resting stage, they are carefully counted, labeled, and packed. In the pupa stage of the butterfly life cycle, no food is required so they can survive the two or three day trip to Tucson.

Butterfly Magic is open from 10 am – 3 pm. Admission to the exhibit includes entry to the Gardens and is $9 for adults (ages 13+), $5 for children ages 6-12. Children 5 and younger are free. Members pay $3 and members’ children $2. Location: 2150 N. Alvernon Way, Tucson.

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Arizona-Sonora Desert Museum Situated in the midst of the Sonoran Desert; living exhibits include more than 1,300 types of plants, 300 kinds of animals. Open daily, year-round. 2021 N. Kinney Rd., 520-883-2702

Colossal Cave Mountain Park 2,000-acre park, Colossal Cave and historic La Posta Quemada Ranch. Cave tours, muse-um, trail rides, picnicking. Open daily. 16721 E. Old Spanish Trail, 520-647-7275

Old Tucson StudiosFamous movie location and working studio open to the public. Wild West entertainment, restaurants, shopping, trail rides. Open daily. 201 S. Kinney Rd., 520-883-0100

Mission San Xavier del BacOne of the finest examples of mission architecture in U.S. Gift shop.Services held. Nearby are fry bread vendors and more arts & crafts shops.1950 W. San Xavier Rd., 520-294-2624

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The Old West returns to the Old Pueblo! Collectors of

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Jan. 12 through 14 at the Round-up Productions “Tucson Old West Round-Up”.

Dealers in Old West Americana from all across the nation will bring spurs, bits, saddles, Civil War items, antique firearms and knives. Indian rugs, beadwork, jewelry, baskets, western dishes, Hollywood Cowboy items, books, toys, Vaquero collectibles, Cowgirl items and so much more will be on sale.

If you’re a seasoned collector or nov-ice, love to decorate “Western” or just an Old West enthusiast, don't miss this show!

The show will be held in the Tucson Convention Center, North Exhibit Hall.

Tickets are available through the TCC Ticket Office. Daily general admission is $10 and $8 for seniors and military, and children 12 and under are free. Hours are Fri. 3 to 6 pm, Sat. 9 am to 6 pm, and Sun. 10 am to 4 pm.

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In January 1934, John Dillinger and his gang were

internationally infamous and were the focus of a nation-wide hunt.

After robbing over $200,000 from banks, breaking out of jail twice and kill-

ing three police officers, the Old Pueblo seemed like the perfect locale to lay low.

The gang would have bet dollars to donuts they’d be safe in a small western town whose population didn’t top 35,000. The seven-member crew had converged on Tucson and quickly found a house to rent near the UofA. The abode, how-ever, was not ready for move-in and the lot decided to stay at Hotel Congress - under aliases, of course.

When a fire broke out in the basement of the hotel on January 22, it spread to the third floor through the elevator shaft. The gang managed to escape, sans their “luggage” that contained booty and fire-arms. A $12 tip to a couple of Tucson Firefighters got them their loot back, but their faces were now on the radar. The firefighters subsequently saw the gang’s pictures in True Detective magazine and tipped off Tucson Police.

In the space of five hours, without fir-ing a single shot, Tucson Police did what the combined forces of several states and

the FBI had failed to do. When captured, Dillinger simply muttered, “Well, I’ll be damned.”

Over 70 years later, the capture of Public Enemy No. 1 by Tucson Police is a source of pride for Tucsonans. The celebration of Dillinger Days is not a glo-rification of a criminal, but an acknowl-edgment of good police work and a fete of the era.

Re-enactments of the gang’s arrival and capture will take place outside of the Hotel Congress on January 20, 2007. The event also features ’30s music, food vendors, arts & crafts vendors, along with antique dealers and vintage cars, lectures at Rialto Theatre, walking tours and films at the Fox Theatre.

The main stage will feature KXCI DJs Kidd Squid and Al Perry spinning era tunes, along with “studio” guests Joe Bourne (30s jazz tunes), Pearl Handled Pistol (moody, nostalgic, folk jazz), Last Call Girls (traditional country/bluegrass), with other special appearances.

Participants are encouraged to dress in their ’30s best and be “extras” in the re-enactments.

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The 48th Annual Tubac Festival of the Arts will be

held on February 7-11, 2007, 10am-5pm. Arizona's

longest running art festival, this juried show features the work of visit-ing artists, craftpersons and musicians from around the country. Admission is free.

Festival booths will line the village streets mixed among 100 year-round shops, fine arts galleries and artist studios. Horse-drawn trolleys, roving street performers and a food court will enhance the festival atmosphere.

An eclectic variety of arts will be

showcased including watercolors, oil paintings, pottery, jewelry, sculpture, music, gourds, photogra-phy, leather, glass, clothing and wood. Nationally-rec-ognized Native American artist Amado Peña designed this year's com-memorative festival poster

and will be in attendance to sign posters. Located south of Tucson at Exit 34 on

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The 15th Annual Cochise Cowboy Poetry

and Music Gathering takes place February 2-3-4 at the

Buena Performing Arts Center in Sierra Vista, AZ. The Gathering is one of southeastern Arizona’s pre-mier events and was named an official Arizona Treasure by the Governor of this great State.

Our theme this year is “Cowboys and Vaqueros”. The time is 1867. It was a time of growth and expansion, a mixture of cultures and life styles. The Cowboy and the Vaqueros were here. We hope you will join us again as we share this tale of our times.

Sierra Vista resides in The Land of Legends, a remarkable high desert environ where Tombstone, Bisbee, Kartchner Caverns, Ramsey Canyon Nature Preserve, San Pedro Riparian National Conservation Area, and Douglas (the gateway to Mexico) all await you. If you’ve never attended a cowboy poetry and music festival, do yourself a big favor and enjoy this one first. You’ll be hooked for a long time to come.

This year we had 23 schools partici-pate in our poetry and music contest and over 2,000 student poems were sub-mitted. The top 9 student winners will be performing on stage and all of our winners perform on Saturday at 10 am. Come see what our young people are doing with Cowboy Poetry and Music!

The 15th Annual Gathering is also

a mini-reunion and will bring several artists back who have not been here in a while. The Desert Sons and Royce Hodge are featured while many others are back for our Youth Poetry School presentations and the Saturday perfor-mances. We also have several perform-ers who have not made a stage appear-ance before - Joni Harms, Andy Nelson, Sam DeLeeuw, TJ Casey, Call of the West, Joyce Woodson and Les Buffham. In all, more than 70 poets and musicians will entertain.

Free sessions on Saturday 10 am to 5 pm. Three headline shows Friday and Saturday at 7 pm and Sunday at 1 pm. Tickets on sale at our Website or by phone.

Sierra Vista also offers a wide range of accommodations and restaurants. For more details on the area, go to www.visitsierravista.com.

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Going to the dentist doesn’t have to be something to dread.

In fact, it can become a shopping, dancing and dining extravaganza if

your dentist happens to be in Los Algo-dones, Mexico.

Even if you don’t need a dentist, there are other reasons to check out Los Algodones. Best known for its inexpen-sive prescriptions and medical care, Los Algodones is also making a name for itself as a tourist Mecca.

An easy 10 miles west of Yuma on Interstate 8, Los Algodones is Arizona’s friendly neighbor, with warm winter weather, colorful culture and abundance of tourist attractions — right on the street. Winter is a time for street parties, com-plete with free food, drinks and margaritas coupled with colorful mariachi musicians and folkloric dancers.

About 14,000 folks live in this town, which is located near the four corners of Arizona, California, Sonora and Baja Cali-fornia, but thousands are learning to visit each year, especially early in the new year.

The heavy tourist season is helped by bilingual police offi cers, who can help with directions, concerns, security and answer questions — like where to fi nd exquisite shopping. Not that you have to look far.

“This is where (visitors) are able to fi nd everything at hand at a better price than their hometown,” said Ramón González, municipal delegate of Algodones.

La Mina, The Mine, at Plaza Alvaro Avenue B, is a treasure trove of jewels and gems imported from Taxco. The folks at The Mine are so intent on pleasing their customers they say if you don’t see what you want in their massive selection, they’ll make it for you.

More jewels can be found at La Paloma De Plata Curios, 168 Third St., who

specialize in jewels for the home. From delicate blown glass to heavy-duty metal wall and yard sculptures, the items — and prices — at La Paloma are sure to add beauty to any budget.

Beauty is also on the agenda with a trek to Curios Frida, on the corner of Calz Saratoga and Avenue B. More gorgeous items — from jewelry to pottery — are offered at low prices.

All this shopping, of course, will build up quite an appetite. Not surprisingly, two festive Mexican restaurants will fi ll the bill with seafood and authentic fare. Live music delights your dining at both Pueblo Viejo Restaurant, on Mariano Ma Lee next to the U.S. Customs exit, and El Racherito Restaurant, at the Plaza Gisela on Avenue A.

Of course, Los Algodones also has the medical care. Half a dozen pharmacies compete for the lowest prices in town, including Cotton, with three locations and the promise to beat out the price of any competitor. Doctors, dentists, opti-cians and more are found all around town for high quality service at incredibly low prices.

Los Algodones offers the latest technol-ogy, like that available in cities like Los Angeles, San Diego and Mexicali, ac-cording to Francisco Navarrete, honorary president of the Algodones tourist bureau. Navarrete said the best professionals in the Mexicali Valley fl ock to work in the thriving tourist town of Los Algodones.

Navarrete reminds tourists the U.S. Port of Entry at Andrade, Calif., is closed from 10 pm to 6 am. Between those hours, entry back into the United States needs to be done at San Luis Rio Colorado or Mexicali.

Discover Los AlgodonesMexican Delight Just West of Yuma

Museum or the riverfront Blue-Water Resort and Casino. There is also a golf course right along the river. Once in Yuma you may wish to visit the Imperial National Wildlife Refuge, which abounds with wildlife such as bobcats, coyotes and more than 250 species of birds. Dine in historic downtown, perhaps visit one of the area’s two casinos. Overnight in Yuma.

DAY 5This morning, have breakfast at one of Yuma’s outdoor cafes. Afterwards, ven-ture over the California state line to take in the sights of the massive sand dunes and the official Center of the World. In the afternoon travel about 10 minutes to

Algodones, which is a quaint Mexican village with cultural events, activities and shops filled with many treasures. For those needing pharmaceuticals, prices are very reasonable. In the evening dine in one of the charming Mexican restaurants.

Yes, Arizona does have a west coast! The Colorado River creates the western border of Arizona with California, and a trip along the

west coast provides many opportunities for scenic beauty and adventure. From Lake Mead in the northern part of the state, Arizona’s west coast

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to the gaming town of Laughlin, Nevada. After trying your luck at one of the many casinos, grab a bite to eat and head south on Hwy 95 for about an hour, where you will then be in Lake Havasu City. Overnight in Lake Havasu City.

DAY 3Waking up in Lake Havasu City you have a plethora of options available for your day today! You may rent a boat and lounge or fish on the lake or take a guided boat tour past the famous London Bridge. You may shop and sightsee at the English Village. There are also four-wheel adven-ture tours into the rugged and historic areas outside of the city. Tonight, over-night in Lake Havasu City once again.

DAY 4Head south on Hwy 95 towards Yuma. On the way, stop in Parker to visit the Colorado River Indian Reservation Tribal

DAY 1Lake Mead was essentially created by the massive Hoover Dam. This morning tour the 726 foot high structure. The self-paced Discovery Tour will take you deep within the concrete dam. After your tour, enjoy the afternoon on the largest man made lake in the country. Take your pick from a variety of watersports, from water skiing to diving. Or simply relax on the water on a houseboat. Later this evening, travel south on Hwy. 93, then west on Hwy. 68 to Bullhead City, where you will then spend the night.

DAY 2This morning enjoy breakfast in Bull-head City and then head to the Colorado River Museum (open Tues-Sun, 10-4). This facility highlights early life along the Colorado and features displays on Mohave Indian life, mining and steamboats. In the afternoon take a taxi boat across the river

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FEB 10-11 LAKE HAVASU

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Friday 16th at 7:00 PMChili Party & Calcutta Auctionat Lazy Harry’s Bar & Grill.

Saturday 17thNon-ICS Cookoff & Salsa Competition10AM till Dusk.

Sunday 18thICS Chili Cookoff 10AM till Dusk.

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JAN 13-14 YUMA

Gathering of the Gunfighters

JAN 5-14 QUARTZSITE

Tyson Wells Rock & Gem Show

JAN 12-FEB 4 QUARTZSITEThe Main Event

JAN 13-14 YUMA

Old Time Fiddlers Contest

JAN 19-21 CAREFREE

Carefree Fine Art & Wine Festival

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Quartzsite Sports, Vacation and RV Show

JAN 20 TUCSON

Dillinger Day

JAN 20-21 CASA GRANDE

Historic Downtown Street Fair & Car Show

JAN 24-28 QUARTZSITE

Pow Wow Gem & Mineral Show

JAN 26-28 PHOENIX

Kruse Int'l Collector Car Auction & Show

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JAN 1-FEB 28 QUARTZSITEDesert Gardens Annual International Gem, Mineral & Jewelry ShowDesert Gardens - more than 100 dealers, 9a-6p, General Adm and Parking Free. 928-927-6361

JAN 5-7 CASA GRANDE Holiday Inn 520-426-350021st Annual Fiddler & Bluegrass Jamboree, Arts & Crafts Bazaar & Car ShowPinal County Fairgrounds - Music, arts & crafts, car show, RV’s on display, food vendors, a wide variety of live entertainment has been scheduled, 9a-5p, $4, under 12 free. 520-723-5242

JAN 5-7 MESA35th Annual Flagg Gem & Mineral Show Mesa Community College, 1833 W Southern Ave - 80+ dealers of minerals, fossils, gems, jewelry, crystals & lapi-dary materials, kids’ activities, 9a-5p, free adm & parking. 480-814-9086, www.flaggshow.info

JAN 5-14 QUARTZSITETyson Wells Rock & Gem ShowSW corner of I-10 and Hwy 95 - Largest show of its kind, vendors with gems, rocks, minerals, jewelry, silver & gold-smithing, lapidary tools, equipment & supplies, free adm. 928-927-6364

JAN 6 QUARTZSITEHi Jolly Daze Kick-Off Parade & FestivitiesParade begins at noon, entertainment & food follows. The theme for this year is “Fun in the Sun.” 928-927-5600

JAN 11-14 WILLCOXWings Over Willcox Birding & Nature FestivalSandhill cranes, hawks, sparrows & more; Playa geology, bats, astronomy, working ranch visit; incl’s tours, seminars, trade show, banquet. Reserve early! 800-200-2272

JAN 12-14 CHANDLERItalian-American FestivalKokopelli Winery, 35 W Boston St - Boce ball for begin-ners and champs, Italian music & food, wine, gifts & prizes. 480-792-6927

JAN 12-14 TUCSONTucson Old West Round-upTucson Convention Center, North Exhibit Hall - Sale of Cowboy, Indian, Old West antiques and collectibles. Hundreds of dealers. Fr 3-6p, Sa 9a-5p, Su 10a-4p, adm $10. Tickets: 520-791-4266, Info: 406-834-3603

JAN 12-14 ANTHEMFestival of Fine Art at AnthemAnthem Community Center, I-17, exit 229 - Top quality visual & performing arts festival w/ works by 70+ AZ artists for everyone’s taste & budget. Jazz, cabaret, opera, dance, musical theater, more. Food, wine avail. Fr Noon-5, Sa & Su 10-5, adm $3, under 12 free. 623-680-5815

JAN 12-FEB 4 QUARTZSITEThe Main Event I-10, Milepost 17 - 100’s of dealers in minerals, gems, jewelry, antiques; Hit and Miss Antique Engine Show, food vendors, daily drawings at 1p for $250 worth of prizes, more activities TBA. Dawn to dusk, free adm. 928-927-5213

JAN 13 CHANDLER12th Annual Multicultural Festival Best WesternInn and Suites 480-814-8600Chandler Public Library, 22 S Delaware St - Multi-cultural dance performances, visual arts, music, children’s activities, food from around the world, 11a-4p, free. 480-782-2665

JAN 13 TUBACTubac Home TourTubac Center of the Arts - benefit/ pick up map here, tour some of Tubac’s loveliest residences, 10a-4p, $25. Buy tickets in adv or same day. 520-398-2371

JAN 13-14 YUMA9th Annual Gathering of the GunfightersTerritorial Prison State Historic Park – Skit competition with 16 different old west reenactment groups, Sa 9a-5p, Su 10a-2:30p, $5 for adults 13 & under free. 928-783-4771

JAN 13-14 LITCHFIELD PARK15th Annual Invitational Native American Arts Festival

Across from Wigwam Resort - 200+ Native American artisans, dancers, musicians including contemporary group Brule, demos, food, 10a-5p, $8/ $5 juniors/ 10 & under free. 623-935-6384

JAN 13-14 YUMA31st Annual Old Time Fiddlers ContestYuma Park & Swap, 4000 S. 4th Ave. Jam sessions Fr., Sa. 7-10p, public welcome. Contest Sa., Su., 10a, join us for some great fiddlin’. Info 928-317-1439, Kworthen_01@msn.com

JAN 13-14 SURPRISEFine Art & Craft ShowSun City Grand Activities Center, 19726 N Remington Dr (PALM COURT) - Hours are Sat. 9 - 5 and Sun. 9 - 4. Free admission & parking. 602-789-7222

JAN 14 OATMANThe Great Oatman Parade and Bed RacesMain Street - Parade of funny nightwear, Chamber Pot Band, auction, contests, teams push a bed down Hwy 66 & back. Bitter Creek Gunfighters perform, free. 928-768-6222

JAN 14 TUCSONFamily Arts Festival La Placita Village, TCC Courtyard & El Presidio Park - 6 stages, theater, dance, music, arts & science, film, crafts & food, exhibits, interactive kids’ activities, 11a-5p, free adm. 520-624-0595 x10

JAN 15-21 SCOTTSDALEBarrett-Jackson Collector Car EventWestWorld - Largest, most prestigious classic car auction, over 1,100 autos, 8a-10p. Buy tickets early for best deals! Info @ 480-421-6694, www.barrett-jackson.com

JAN 19-20 CAVE CREEKAntique Appraisal DayCave Creek Museum - Sean Morton returns; anecdotal descriptions, histories and approximate values of those whats-its, precious heirlooms,10a-4p. $15/item. 480-488-2764

JAN 19-21 YUMA9th Annual Lettuce Days Old Main St - “Winter Lettuce Capital of the World.” Arts & crafts, food, entertainment, farm equip & agricultural displays, lettuce box car derby, more. Fr & Sa 10-5, Su 10-3, free adm. 928-782-5712Clarion Suites 1-866-SEE-YUMA

JAN 19-21 CAREFREE14th Annual Carefree Fine Art & Wine Festival Downtown - World-class festival with 165 strictly juried fine artists, wine & microbrew tasting ($10 incl’s engraved wine or beer glass), live entertainment, 10a-5p, Fr free, Sa/Su $2. 480-837-5637

JAN 19-21 GLOBE50th Annual Gila County Gem & Mineral ShowGila County Fairgrounds - Precious and semi-precious gems and minerals, vendors from around the country, adults $2 donation. Fr & Sa 9a-5p, Su 9a-4p. 928-812-0561

JAN 19-28 QUARTZSITE Tyson Wells Sell-A-RamaSW Corner of I-10 & Hwy 95 - 25-Acre outdoor spectacu-lar with unbelievable variety of gems, rocks, arts, crafts, hoddies, jewelry, antiques, coins, lapidary tools, great food!Free! 928-927-6364

JAN 20 TUCSONDillinger DayHistoric Hotel Congress - Celebrates Tucson capture of John Dillinger and his gang. Street closed for vintage cars, entertainment, arts & crafts, food, tours, lectures, 9a-6p, free. 520-547-3338

JAN 20 WICKENBURGRobsons 15th Annual Celebration & Car ShowArizona Mining World - Annual car show is teamed with celebration for double the fun, call for admission and times. 928-685-2609

JAN 20-21 PHOENIX17th Annual High Noon’s Western Americana Show & AuctionPhoenix Civic Plaza - 250+ dealers, spurs, chaps, saddles, textiles, photos, western art, Sa 9a-4:30p, Su 9:30a -4p $10 day, $15 wkend. Auction @ Hyatt Regency, Sa 5p. 310-202-9010 www.highnoon.com

JAN 20-21 CASA GRANDE7th Annual Historic Downtown Street Fair & Car Show Florence St & Florence Blvd - A wide variety of upscale arts & crafts, live music, food, cars & motorcycles. Free adm. 520-836-8744 or www.cgmainstreet.org

JAN 20-28 QUARTZSITE24th Annual Quartzsite Sports, Vacation and RV ShowBig Top, half mile S of I-10 on Hwy 95 - The nation’s larg-est consumer-attended RV Show, new & used RVs, new products, demos & more, 9a-5p, free adm & parking. RV service avail. 714-377-7940, www.quartzsitervshow.com

JAN 24-28 QUARTZSITE41st Annual Pow Wow Gem & Mineral Show Pow Wow Building - The largest operating display of lapidary equipment in the country, over 300 dealers dis-playing, buying & selling, 8a-7p, free adm & parking. 928-927-6325

JAN 25-28 SACATONMul-Chu-Tha Fair & Rodeo

Gila River Indian Community, I-10 exit 175, head east 5 miles - Rodeo, Jr. Rodeo, Pow Wow, BBQ, parade, carnival, arts/crafts, games & sports, battle of the bands, 55+ $4, 13-54 yrs $6, 6-12 $4, free 5 under. 520-562-6087

JAN 25-28 SAN CARLOSUS Team Roping ChampionshipApache Gold Casino Pavilion - 3000 teams compete. 928-475-7800

JAN 26-28 YUMAAmerican Indian & Southwestern Art Show

Civic Center - Annual show and sale of Indian and southwestern arts, crafts and jewlery. Fr, Sa 11-9,Su 11-7, free adm. 928-699-1914

JAN 26-28 PHOENIXKruse International Collector Car Auction & ShowAz State Fairgrounds, 1826 W McDowell Rd - 36th year, some 700 muscle cars, sports cars, classics & special interest vehicles, auctions daily 10a. Adm: $10 adults, $5 kids12 & under. 800-968-4444, www.kruse.com

JAN 26-28 CAVE CREEKFine Art & Craft ShowFrontier Town, 6245 E Cave Creek Rd - Hours are Fri. & Sat. 9-5, Sun 9-4. Free admission & parking. 602-789-7222

JAN 27 SUPERIORAustralia DayBoyce Thompson Arboretum - Paul Taylor, Aussie folk-lorist, with stories, poems & music. Also a class on the didjeridoo 9-11a, must pre-regis $35. Festival 11-3, open 8-5, $7.50/$3. 520-689-2811

JAN 27-28 SEDONASedona Arts & Crafts Show Bell Rock Plaza - Presents wonderful, exciting new art from about 35 artists and craftsmen, paintings, photog-raphy, jewelry, pottery and more. 520-284-9627

JAN 27-FEB 11 TUCSONAmerican Indian Exposition

Flamingo Hotel Ballroom, Stone & Drachman - Native American arts & crafts,10a-5p Su-Th, 10a-6p Fr-Sa. Free adm. 520-622-4900

JAN 28 PINETOPSunrise Park Resort Presents Winter Games 2007Sunrise Park Resort, 20 mi E. of McNary on Hwy 273 off Hwy 260 - Dog sled races. 928-368-6724

JAN 31-FEB 2 HOLBROOK49th Hashknife Pony ExpressHolbrook PO - Hashknife Sheriff's Posse rides out Wed. 8a on 200-mile reenactment relay ride delivering mail to Scottsdale PO at noon on Fri. Come watch, send mail! 928-524-4155

JAN 31-FEB 4 QUARTZSITE10th Annual Hobby, Craft & Gem ShowBig Top, half mile S of I-10 on Hwy 95 - 100s of vendors, crafts, Native American art, custom clothing, jewelry, home products, gems, demos, food, 9a-5p, free adm & parking. 714-377-7940, www.quartzsitervshow.com

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17th Annual High Noon Western Americana Antique Show & AuctionJAN 20-21 PHOENIX

17th Annual High Noon Western Americana Weekend Celebration: The Nation’s largest Cowboy, Indian and Western Art Antique

SHOW & AUCTION will appeal to all collectors interested in fine western art, bits, boots, spurs, advertising, saloon, Indian rugs & beadwork, charro, vaque-ro, historical firearms, historic & silver saddles, Hollywood cowboy, western books & photography.

The SHOW will be held at Phoenix Civic Plaza with 200 national exhibitors of western & Indian artifacts and fine western art. Hours are Sat. 9-4:30, Sun. 9:30-4, $10/day, $15 weekend.

The AUCTION will be held at the Hyatt Regency Civic Plaza on Sat. at 5 pm with 400+ lots of historic and important western & Indian artifacts and fine western art.

310-202-9010 info@highnoon.com www.highnoon.com

Festival of Fine Art at AnthemJAN 12-14 ANTHEM

A vibrant showcase of visual, performing, and culinary arts will take place during the “Festival of Fine Art

at Anthem” at Anthem Community Center, 41130 N. Freedom Way, (I-17, exit 229) on Friday, January 12 through Sunday, January 14.

The festival features a juried art show, showcasing over 70 award-win-ning artists, and 13 Arizona perform-ing arts companies, including Ballet Arizona, Great Arizona Puppet Theater, Arizona Opera, AZ Dance Group, and Meadowlark with a special event performance by Arizona Broadway Theatre.

Festival hours are: Friday from noon until 5 pm; Saturday and Sunday from 10 am to 5 pm. General admission is $3; Children 12 and under - Free.

Proceeds benefit the Arts Council of the North Valley.

623-680-5815 www.NorthValleyFineArts.com

American Indian & Southwestern Art Show JAN 26-28 YUMA

On January 26-28, 2007 at the Yuma Civic Center, we will pres-ent one of the largest traveling galleries of Southwestern American Indian art. There will be over 30 cases of both

sterling silver and gold jewelry and eighty to a hundred carved Kachinas, plus hundreds of pieces of framed art originals, prints, pottery and woven tex-tiles. We carry work by some of the most recognized and award winning Indian artists in the country, such as Maria Martinez, Joseph Lonewolf, Glendora Daubs, Sandra Victorino, Diane Lewis, Joe Ben Jr., Jimmy Abeita, Sammy Myerson. Silver and Lapidary artists include Carl and Irene Clark, Bruce Hodgins, Phil Poseyesva, Tom Jim, Peterson Johnson, Charlene Reano, Steve La Rance. Fri. & Sat. 11-9, Sun. 11-7. Free adm.

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FEB 1-4 PARKER33rd Spring GFWC-AZ Parker Woman’s Civic Club PotpourriWestern Park on Riverside Dr - Large craft show & swap meet, food vendors, round-the-clock security, 8a-5p, free adm. 928-667-2109

FEB 1-27 TOMBSTONEAnnual Quilt Show & Sale Tombstone Art Gallery - Quilts, quilt tops & small articles for show/sale, free adm, 9:30a-4:30p. Free classes Tu, We & Th, 9:30a-12p. Pre-Show: 520-457-3476; Show: 520-457-2380

FEB 1-28 GLOBEPieces of Friendship XVII - Quilt ShowCobre Valley Center for the Arts - Quilts from all of southern Gila County and surrounding communities! Mon-Sat 10a-5p, Sun noon-4p. 800-804-5623

FEB 2 TUCSONFamily Astro: Moon MissionNat’l Optical Astronomy Observatory, 950 N Cherry Ave Explores our nearest celestial neighbor through hands-on activities, $12/$10, 6:30-8:30p, reserv. req’d. 520-318-8440

FEB 2-4 SIERRA VISTA15th Annual Cochise Cowboy Poetry & Music Gathering Buena Performing Art Center - Headliner shows Fri & Sat evenings & Sun matinee. Free simultaneous thematic shows Sat 10a-5p. Info only: 520-249-2511; Artists, stage shows, tickets: www.cowboypoets.com

FEB 2-4 PARKERBlueWater Resort & Casino Parker 425 “The Legend Lives On” An array of trucks and buggies will race off road, finishing at Bluewater Resort & Casino. Call the Best in the Desert for more info: 702-457-5775

FEB 2-4 CASA GRANDE4th Annual Wuertz Farm Family Gourd Festival Pinal Co Fair Grounds - Judged gourd show, 100+ gourd artists & vendors, mini gourdster race, sailing “Regourda”, food, live music, farmers market, Fr-Sa 9-5, Su 10-3. Adm: $5, 12 & under free. 520-723-4432, www.wuertzfarm.com

FEB 2-11 QUARTZSITETyson Wells Art & Craft FairSW corner of I-10 and Hwy 95 - Artisans sell unbelievable variety of their own handcrafted works, food, free adm. 928-927-6364

FEB 3 WELLTON Pioneer Day Parade & Fiesta Westside and Butterfield Parks - Parade at 10a, BBQ, games, arts and crafts, golf tournament, entertainment and carnival, 10a-3p, free adm. 928-785-3348

FEB 3-4 QUARTZSITE9th Annual Rock & Roll Classic Car ShowBig Top, half mile S of I-10 on Hwy 95 - Hundreds of vehicles, custom cars, hot rods, street rods, muscle and classic cars, 9a-5p, free adm & parking. 714-377-7940, www.quartzsitervshow.com

FEB 3-4 BUCKEYEHelzapoppin Senior Pro RodeoRodeo Grounds - Mutton Bustin’ 1p & rodeo 2p. $6 adults, $3 kids. Sa night DARE benefit Dinner/Auction, $10. 623-386-2727

FEB 3-4 PHOENIX17th Annual Hoop Dance World Championship

Heard Museum - Native hoop dancers from US & Canada compete for cash prizes/title; 50 hoops by some competitors! Traditional Fry-bread. 9:30a-5p. Adm $3 youth-$10 general. 602-252-8848

FEB 7-11 TUBAC48th Annual Tubac Festival of the ArtsLongest running art festival in AZ - Art & craft booths, music & food from all over the country. Celebrated Native American artist Amado Pena will sign official poster he designed, 10a-5p, free. 520-398-2704, www.tubacaz.com

FEB 8-11 WICKENBURG59th Annual Gold Rush Days & Rodeo Celebrate town’s ranching & mining heritage, Sr pro rodeo, gold panning, carnival, western dance, arts/crafts, entertainment, BBQ. Fr: classic car show, Sa: parade, Sa & Su: rodeo, Su: mucking & drilling contest. 800-942-5242, www.wickenburgchamber.com

FEB 8-11 TUCSONTucson Gem & Mineral Show Tucson Convention Ctr - Theme “Australia - Minerals from Down Under,” azurite, malachite, cuprite, opal, agate & more. 300+ dealers of jewelry, minerals, fossils, etc, door prizes, kids’ activities. Silent auction Sa eve. Th-Sa 10-6; Su 10-5. Adm: $7, 14 & under free w/adult. www.tgms.org; 520-322-5773

FEB 9-11 YUMA62nd Annual Yuma Jaycees Silver Spur Rodeo & ParadeYuma Co. Fairgrounds - Parade (downtown) Sa 8:30a; Rodeo Performances: Fr 1p, Sa 1p & 6p, Su 1p. Gen adm $10, $8 adv, box seats avail. 928-344-5451 or 928-919-4969

FEB 9-11 SCOTTSDALE16th Annual Scottsdale Fine Art & Chocolate FestivalScottsdale Pavilions - Juried show of 150+ artists & choco-late from 15+ chocolatiers; Live Entertainment. $2 adm, 10a-5p. 480-837-5637

FEB 9-11 TUCSONDesert Diamond Casino Arts & Crafts FestivalI-19, Pima Mine Rd - Finest artists & craftspeople from throughout the southwest, continuous entertainment, food, jewelry, clothes, wood, metal, etc., 10a-5p.

FEB 9-14 CHANDLERDays of Wine and Roses Festival Kokopelli Winery, 35 W Boston St - 9th-11th & the 14th, live music, free Champagne tasting, rose w/meal, great French-style food, fine wine, gifts & prizes. 14th is winemaker’s dinner w/ two seatings 5:30 & 7:30p, reserv. req’d. 480-792-6927

FEB 10 COTTONWOODArts & Crafts American Style Clemenceau School Auditorium - Crafts from all over AZ, statewide artists & artisans display/sell their art work. Benefits Clemenceau Heritage Museum. 9a-4p, $1 dona-tion. 928-772-1024

FEB 10 FLORENCETour of Historic Florence Visit homes on the Nat’l Historic Register, also farmers market, antique & collectible sale. Free shuttle, 9a-4p, $10 advance, $12 day of, 18 & under free. Tickets at Chamber. 800-437-9433

FEB 10-11 SAFFORD28th Annual Eastern AZ Oldtime Fiddlers’ Contest Graham County Fairgrounds - Arizona fiddlers jam, dance & compete for over $4000. Dance Sa. night. RV parking, dump station. $4, under 12 free w/adult. 928-428-3413

FEB 10-11 GLENDALEWinter Antique Tractor & Engine ShowSahuaro Ranch Park, 9802 N 59th Ave - Classic & antique tractors, gas engines, raffles, hay rides, kids’ events, silent auction, parade 1p, food, historic homes, 9a-4p, $5 adults. 623-435-3955

FEB 10-11 PHOENIX51st Annual VNSA Used Book SaleState Fairgrounds Exhibit Building - 600,000+ books. Proceeds benefit local charities. Sa 8a-6p, Su 8a-4p, free adm. 602-265-6805. www.vnsabooksale.org

FEB 10-11 LAKE HAVASU CITY22nd Annual Winterfest McCulloch Blvd (between Acoma & Smoketree) - Outdoor festival w/250+ vendors featuring arts & crafts, business sevices, live entertainment, children’s activities, great food, 10-5, free adm. 928-855-4115

FEB 10-11 CAMP VERDE7th Annual Pecan, Wine & Antique FestivalCommunity Center, Main St. - Locally grown pecans for taste/sale, pecan bake-off, hayrides, wine tasting from pre-mier wineries, jazz, 40+ antique booths & more! Sa 9-5, Su 10-4. 928-567-0535

FEB 10-11 FLAGSTAFF1st Annual Flagstaff Winter Art FestivalTimberline Place, 4343 E Soliere Ave - Affordable fine art paintings, prints, jewelry, pottery & much more by the Artists’ Coalition of Flagstaff. Refreshments, entertain-ment, free adm & parking, Sa 10-5, Su 10-4. 928- 556-1487

FEB 10-APR 1 APACHE JUNCTIONAZ Renaissance Festival US Hwy 60 - Sat’s, Sun’s & Presidents’ Day Mon: 100’s of costumed participants entertain & educate. Music, the-ater, comedy, food, drink, crafts, games, jousting. Gate: Adults $20, 5-12 $8, under 5 free, 10a-6p. 520-463-2700; Buy tickets online: www.renfestinfo.com

FEB 13 MESACanadian Snowbird Celebration Mesa Convention Center, 201 N, Center St. - Entertainment, valuable information geared toward snow-bird lifestyle, 10a - 4p, free adm. 800-265-3200

FEB 16 YUMACanadian Snowbird Assoc Winter Information Meeting Yuma Convention Center, 101 Desert Hills Dr - Entertainment, valuable information geared toward snow-bird lifestyle, 1p-4p, free adm. 800-265-3200

FEB 16-18 GOODYEARGoodyear Rodeo Days Estrella Mountain Regional Park - Sr pro rodeo, Fr 9a: Slack Day, free with park adm. Sa & Su, 2p, $6 adults, $5 seniors, $3 ages 5-12; under 5 free. 623-932-2260

FEB 16-18 LAKE HAVASU CITY25th Annual Home ShowHigh School, 2675 S. Palo Verde - Find everything for your home! Bigger than last year! Colorado River Building Industry Assoc. Free adm! Fr 4-7:30p, Sa 9a-5p, Su 9a-3p. 928-453-7755

FEB 16-18 YUMAYuma River DaysHistoric Downtown - Main Street Arts & Crafts Festival, food, music Fr, Sa & Su from 10a. Saturday shuttle buses transport you to historic sites, enjoy re-enactments, tours. 928-782-5712

FEB 16-18 CAVE CREEKFine Art & Craft ShowBuffalo Chip Restaurant & Saloon, 6811 E Cave Creek Rd Hours are Fri. & Sat 9 - 5, Sun 9 - 4.Free admission & parking. 602-789-7222

FEB 16-18 SCOTTSDALEScottsdale 5th Avenue Fine Art & Wine FestivalOld Town - Juried show of 100+ world class artists plus wine-tasting ($10 incl’s engraved wine goblet), live enter-tainment, local food, 10a-5p, $2. Free Parking. 480-837-5637

FEB 16-25 SCOTTSDALE52nd Scottsdale Arabian Horse Show Westworld - Most prestigious Arabian horse show in the world. 2200 horses, 300+ vendors, 25 eateries, 8a-5p daily plus 6-9p Fr-Sa, $10 gen, $7 Srs, under 12 free. 480-515-1500

FEB 17 SALOME14 Annual Great AZ Outback Chili Cook-Off Indian Hills Airpark - Chili & salsa competition/tasting; Poker Runs incl 4-wheel, air & horse; aircraft contests, classic car show, 1st Annual Art Show & Exhibit, 9a-5p. 928-859-3846

FEB 17 TUCSONScope Out Saturn at Kitt PeakKitt Peak Nat’l Observatory - Presentation about Saturn, view Saturn by telescope, CD with Saturn images for each guest. Refreshments. 10p-1a, $35/$13, reserv. req’d. 520-318-8726

FEB 17-18 GLOBEHistoric Home & Building Tour, Antique & Quilt Show City Hall - From 9a, last tour 3p. $10/$8 srs/ $6 children 6-16, Antique Show & musical “Broad Street Does Broadway” free w/tour. 800-804-5623

FEB 17-18 MESA18th Annual Desert Woodcarving Show & Sale Mesa Centennial Hall, Bldg C, 201 N Center - Judged woodcarving competition, fine woodworking show, wood sculpture, gourd art, supplies, demos, prizes, raffles, Sa 9-5 & Su 10-4, donation $4. 480-951-6175

FEB 17-18 BULLHEAD CITY8th Annual Veterans Chili Cookoff & FestivalRotary Park, Lakeside Dr at the River - Chili, salsa, classic car show, karaoke, arm wrestling, kids events, food/bever-age, craft & merchandise. Vendor space $100 10x10 or $150 10x20 for 2 days. Adm free. 928-704-0334

Featuring...100 Artists & Vendors, AZGS Judged Show,

Reserved Classes, Kids Make and Take It Tent, Mini Gourdster Races, Non-Stop Live Music & Entertainment, Farmer’s Market, Great Food,

Thousands of Dried Gourds for Sale, and more!RV Parking. Rain or Shine - It’s Indoors!

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February 2-3-4, 2007 FRI - SAT: 9-5 • SUN: 10-3

ADM: $5 • Kids Free

Pinal Co. Fairgrounds, Casa Grande, AZ(520) 723-4432 or www.wuertzfarm.com

4th ANNUAL GOURD FESTIVAL

Great Arizona Outback Chili Cook-Off FEB 17 SALOME

The McMullen Valley Chamber of Commerce presents the 14th Annual Great Arizona Outback Chili Cookoff on Feb 17, 2007 at the Indian Hills

Airpark facility in Salome. Get your taste buds ready! The Chili contest is a fun, non-sanctioned event with a party atmosphere and cash prizes up to $250. There is also a Salsa Competition. The Booth Decorating Contest provides lots of ooh's and aah's, and many local charities sell food and host games and activities. Watch local pilots compete in aerial contests. Also enjoy the Classic Car Show and the 1st Annual Art Show and Exhibit. Poker runs are a popular feature at this multi-faceted event. In addition to an Off-road Poker Run there will be a Horse Poker Ride and an Air Poker Run.

928-859-3846

18th Annual Desert Woodcarving Show & Sale FEB. 17-18 MESA

This unique event at Mesa Centennial Hall, 201 N. Center St., includes a woodcarving competition presented by the Grand Canyon State Woodcarvers and the Arizona State Woodcarvers - watch

power carving, hand carving, tool sharp-ening techniques, wood burning & tex-turing demonstrations. Wood sculpture and gourd art will be on sale as well as supplies, tools, books and sculptures of all kinds: realistic, birds, figures, animals, etc. The Fine Woodworkers of Arizona show runs in conjunction, too.

Clubs nationwide are invited to submit and compete for the best-carved chess set. Contact us for details. Competitive entries: Novices, Intermediates, Advanced and Junior carvers. We anticipate 250 to 400 carvings. Vendor and Exhibitor tables are available. Free parking. $4 donation, 14 and under free. Sat. 9 am-5 pm, Sun. 10 am-4 pm.

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FEB 17-25 TUCSON82nd Annual La Fiesta de los Vaqueros Tucson Rodeo Grounds - PRCA Winter Tour Rodeo, the largest outdoor winter rodeo in the US. Tickets $13-20 according to seating, 1p-5p. 520-741-2233, www.tucson-rodeo.com

FEB 17-MAR 11 PHOENIXAZ Senior Olympic State Games 33 sports throughout the metro area incl swimming, cycling, track & field, billiards, fun walks, road races & tri-athlon, free for spectators. For prices/venes: 602-534-3500

FEB 18 AJOTucson Boys Chorus ConcertDicus Auditorium - World famous boys choir from Tucson, Az. Presented by the Desert Music Club and Ajo Council for the Fine Arts, 3p, $12, tickets can be purchased at the door. 520-387-7742

FEB 21-25 PHOENIXWestern National Shoot Ben Avery Shooting Range - National Muzzle Loading Rifle Association, incl’s Traders Row, competitive shoot-ing, knife & tomahawk throwing, demonstrations, 8-5. Free to spectators. 480-557-0301

FEB 22 TUCSONTucson Rodeo Parade Ajo & Park - Since 1925 the best non-motorized Parade in the world. Floats, horse-drawn coaches, Mexican dancers, marching bands & more, prompt start 9a. Grandstand seating avail, for tickets: 520-294-1280, www.TucsonRodeoParade.org

FEB 23-25 COOLIDGECotton Days Downtown, San Carlos Park - Arts & crafts, car show, biker rally, salsa cookoff, dance contest, live entertainment, food booths, beer garden, carnival, cotton bale rolling con-test, street dance, free adm. 520-723-3009

FEB 23-25 APACHE JUNCTIONLost Dutchman Days Community celebrates Lost Dutchman legend w/ profes-sional rodeo & rodeo dance, carnival, two stages with free entertainment, arts & craft show, wild horse & burro adop-tion, themed parade on 24th. 800-252-3141

FEB 23-25 FORT MOJAVEAnnual Avi Kwa Ame Pow Wow

Avi Resort & Casino - Arts, crafts, jewelry & food, tra-ditional bird singing and dance contest Fr night. Dancer Reg $5 ends 9p Sa Nevada time. 760-629-4591; Hotel Resv: 1-800-430-0721

FEB 24 SCOTTSDALEJaycees’ 54th Annual Parada del Sol ParadeScottsdale Rd, Oak St to Indian School - World’s largest horse drawn parade, western pageantry, dancing troupes, bands, 10a. Trail’s End Celebration after parade w/live music, shopping, food, Kids Zone till 5p, free. 480-990-3179

FEB 24 ARIZONA CITYArizona City Western Daze Fire Dept. complex, Sunland Gin Rd - Parade 10a, festival immediately after w/arts & crafts, live entertainment, car show, games, food vendors, free adm. 520-466-5141

FEB 24 QUARTZSITE4th Annual “It’s Chili in Quartzsite” Chili Cookoff & State Salsa Championship Tyson Wells Showgrounds - Sanctioned event, entrants from all over the state, public free adm, fee for tasting, big raffle, entertainment, 10a-6p. 928-927-9321

FEB 24-25 TUCSONSW Indian Art Fair

AZ State Museum (UofA) - 200 renowned Native artists, top-quality artwork incl pottery, Hopi kachi-nas, jewelry, baskets, rugs & more. Artist demos, Native foods, music & dance performances, Sa & Su 10a-5p, $8/$3 ages 12-16. 520-626-8381

FEB 24-27 LAKE HAVASU CITYAntique & Estates AuctionAquatic Center - Fine home & office furnishings, bronze statuary, collectibles, oils on canvas, prints, lamps. Preview 2 hours prior to sell time. Sa 10a -Su Noon. 800-268-7621

FEB 28-MAR 4 SEDONA13th Annual Sedona International Film Festival & Workshop Five Days...150 films: Documentaries, Shorts & Features, and Animations from around the world; fabulous parties. Ticket info: 888-399-FILM

FEB 28-MAR 29 TUCSONTucson Spring Training Two world champion teams - Chicago White Sox (‘05) and Arizona Diamondbacks (‘01) play in Tucson Electric Park; the Colorado Rockies play in Hi Corbett Stadium. Tickets: 866-672-1343

MAR 2-4 SCOTTSDALEJaycees’ Parada Del Sol PRCA Rodeo WestWorld - Bullfighters, all the usual rodeo events, concert, rodeo dance. Call for times/ticket prices. 480-990-3179 or TicketMaster 480-784-4444

MAR 2-4 PARKERBluegrass on the River Festival La Paz County Park - Some of the country’s best talent plus great vendors, classic car show (Sat), RV Show. Tickets: 1-866-463-8659

MAR 2-4 CAREFREE15th Annual Carefree Fine Art & Wine Festival Downtown - World-class festival with 165 strictly juried fine artists, wine-tasting ($10 incl’s engraved wine goblet), live entertainment featuring Brule!, 10a-5p, Fr free, Sa/Su $2. 480-837-5637

MAR 3 CASA GRANDE29th Annual AZ State Open Chili Championship, Classic Car Show & Motorcycle Show Ed Hooper Park - Cookoff, tasting cups on sale, plus arts & crafts vendors, food, live entertainment, 10a-5p, free adm. 800-916-1515

MAR 3 VAILWestern Heritage CelebrationColossal Cave Mtn Park - Living history re-enactments, cowboy poetry & music, roping demos, barrel racing and more. $5/car up to 6 people, 11a-2p. 520-647-7121

MAR 9-11 CHANDLER19th Annual Ostrich Festival Tumbleweed Park - “One of the Top 10 Unique Festivals in the US.” Ostrich races, parade (Sa), live music by national headliners, carnival rides, arts & crafts, food. Adm: $7 adults, $6 Srs, $5 kids, under 5 free. 480-963-4571, www.ostrichfestival.com

MAR 9-11 LAKE HAVASU CITYHavasu Art Guild’s 28th Annual Juried Spring Show Community Aquatic Center, 100 Park Ave - Show & sale of fine arts & crafts from all over the West, artists wel-come, Fr & Sa 10a-5p, Su 10a-3p. Free adm. 928-855-8078

MAR 10-11 TOMBSTONEEd Schieffelin Territorial DaysHonoring prospector who founded Tombstone; street music, competitions in hard rock drilling, mucking & nail pounding, mining displays, Ed Schieffelin & Nellie Cashman look-alike contest, all-pet parade & more. 888-457-3929

MAR 10-11 TUCSON25th Annual Wa:k Pow Wow

San Xavier Del Bac Mission - Native American inter-tribal dancing, contests, Native American food, arts & crafts, Sa 10:30a-11p, Su 10a-7p. Adults $7, children $5, 6 & under free, parking $2. 520-573-4051

MAR 10-11 TEMPEGreat Arizona Beer Festival Tempe Town Lake - Sample hundreds of micro-brews from around the world. Live music, food vendors. 2p-6p. Tickets $35-$40. VIP tickets $75, 1 hr early entrance. 480-774-8300; azbeer.com

MAR 10-11 PICACHO Civil War in the SWPicacho Peak State Park - Re-enactments of Civil War battle for Pichaco Pass & two other SW battles. Period cos-tumes, music & encampments of late 1860s. $8/car up to 4 people, $2 each additional, 10a-4p. 520-466-3183

MAR 10-11 SURPRISEAn Affair with the ArtsWest Valley Art Museum - Spring Art Fair. Fine arts & crafts for sale by area & national artists, musical perfor-mances, 10a-5p, adm: $5. 623-972-0635

MAR 10-APR 15 TUCSONDesigner Showhouse 4880 E Placita Provida - Fashion shows, boutique, daily luncheons, DesignSpeak seminars, chef demos, $15 by 2/10 or $20 @ door, 10-4 daily except Su 12 -4, closed Mondays. 520-624-2333, ext 105

MAR 15-18 CHANDLERNational Festival of the West Rawhide at Wild Horse Pass - Huge Western Shopping Expo, entertainment, fashion shows, TV & film celebrities, Mounted Shooting Competition, Chuck Wagon Cook Offs, lots more; from 10a, $12/$11/$4. 602-996-4387

MAR 16-17 GLENDALEArizona Quilters Guild Quilt Show 2007ASU West Campus, 4701 W Thunderbird - Judged show, Small Quilt Auction Sa 2p, merchants mall, antique quilt exhibit, quilt appraisals, drawing, $7 adm, Fr 9a-6p, Sa 9a-4p. 602-220-9889

MAR 16-17 YUMAAZ Archaeology Expo Yuma Crossing State Historic Park - Hands-on activities, special displays/booths, make crafts, play games, see his-tory re-enactors & more! Free adm. 602-542-4174

MAR 16-17 PEORIACelebration of the ArtsMunicipal Complex, 8401 W Monroe St - Fine art, live entertainment, children’s art activities, fine foods, wine tasting, art demos, book sale & more! Fr 5-10p, Sa 10a-4p. 623-773-7198

MAR 16-18 SAN CARLOS11th Annual San Carlos Apache Tribe Pow-Wow

Apache Gold Casino Resort - Competition dancing, gourd dancing, authentic arts & crafts, traditional Apache food. Bring own chair. Call for times/adm. 800-APACHE-8

MAR 17 AJO6th Annual Sonoran Shindig Bud Walker Park - Sonoran desert celebration, activities for whole family, live music, displays, info booths, raffles, food and fun just for kids, 10a-3p, free adm. 520-387-7742

MAR 17 MESAA Night in the 40’s Falcon Field Airport - AZ Wing CAF: Live Big Band, USO show, jitterbug & costume contests. Dance in the shadow of a vintage B-17 WWII bomber, fundraiser for museum, 4:15p, $30/adv, $35/door. Meal extra. 480-924-1940, www.bigbanddance.com

MAR 17 SEDONA37th Annual St. Patrick’s Day Parade & FestivalFrom Jordan Historical Park - Named the 2003 AZ State’s best special event, starts 10:30a with Festival after. Also 8th annual One-Mile Run/Walk & 5K Run prior to the parade. 928-204-2390

MAR 17 ELOYCelebrate Eloy Festival Central Park, Main St - Parade 9a “It’s all about Eloy”, arts & crafts and food vendors, entertainment all day, beer garden, 9a-10p, free adm. 520-466-3411

MAR 17-18 SEDONASedona Arts & Crafts ShowBell Rock Plaza - Wonderful, exciting new art from about 35 artists and craftsmen, paintings, photography, jewelry, pottery and more, 10a-5p, free adm. 928-284-9627

MAR 17-18 GOODYEARTres Rios Nature FestivalBaseline & Meridian Wildlife Area - Celebrate the area’s rich wildlife & heritage. Incl’s hikes, fishing clinics, canoe floats, bird watching, entertainment, children’s activities & more, Sa 10-6, Su 10-4. tresriosnaturefestival.com, 623-204-2130

MAR 23-24 PHOENIX2nd Annual Phoenix WorldfestMargaret T. Hance Park - Ethnic foods, beers of the world. Music and dance performances, international arts & crafts, educational exhibits, kids activities. Fr 5p-9p, Sa 10:30a-9p. 602-534-7358

MAR 23-25 TUCSONFourth Avenue Spring Street Fair 4th Ave - 400 booths of arts & crafts, food vendors, enter-tainers from around the US. Please be kind to your pets and leave them at home, 10a-dusk, free adm. 520-624-5004

MAR 23-25 FOUNTAIN HILLS3rd Annual Fountain Hills Fine Art & Wine AffaireAve of the Fountains - Juried show of 100+ world class artists plus wine-tasting ($10 incl’s engraved wine goblet), live entertainment, local food, 10a-5p, $2. Free Parking. 480-837-5637

MAR 25-31 HOPE6th Annual Adios Snowbirds FestivalRamblin’ Roads RV Resort - Country & Western/Bluegrass music jam sessions, concerts; tournaments of golf, horseshoes & shuffleboard; adm $175 incl’s full hookup site, daily b’fasts & dinner. 928-859-3187

MAR 30-APR 1 TUCSON Spring Artisans Market Tucson Museum of Art, 140 N Main Ave in Historic Downtown - 120+ of the finest artisans in the Southwest offering a wide variety of exquisite, handmade works, 10a-5p. 520-624-2333

MAR 30-APR 1 CAREFREE6th Sonoran Festival of Fine ArtEasy Street, Town Center - Juried show w/100 local & nationally-acclaimed artists, farmer’s market, entertainment & exhibits about wildlife & desert preservation, 10a-5p, free adm. 480-575-6624, www.SonoranArtsLeague.org

DISCLAIMER: AZ Tourist News makes every effort to verify that the information on events we print is accurate. However, details can change up to the last minute. We advise that you call and confirm that ALL information is correct.

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Access Directory AssistanceAttractions

Arizona Sonora Desert Museum 2021 N. Kinney Rd., Tucson 520-883-1380 www.desertmuseum.org 21 acres, popular attractions include the hummingbird habitat, the javelinas and coy-otes, and the bird of prey shows. The entire facility is accessible including the rest-rooms. They offer escorted tours for visitors who are blind or deaf.

Dolly SteamboatApache Junction480-827-9144www.dollysteamboat.comCruises on Canyon Lake, open all year 7 days a week. Narrated nature cruises, twi-light dinner cruises and private charters. 16 miles NE of Apache Junction on SR 88. Wheelchair assessible and we give a dis-count to disabled/handicapped guests.

Old Tucson Studios 201 S. Kinney Rd. 520-883-0100 www.oldtucson.com Famous movie location and working studio open to the public. Wild West entertain-ment, restaurants, shopping, scenic trail rides. Guided tours every hour, on the hour, from 10 am to 2 pm are fully wheelchair accessible, loaner wheelchairs available.

Grand Canyon Caverns Peach Springs (Route 66, Mile Marker 115)928-422-4565, www.gccaverns.comwww.grandcanyoncaverns.com Huge caverns, AZ Landmark since 1927. New short tour with specially trained guides for anyone not able to climb stairs. Also, all areas of the caverns are being made user-friendly with ramp access.

Lodging

Grand Canyon National Park LodgesP.O. Box 699, Grand Canyon928-638-2526888-297-2757www.grandcanyonlodges.comAll lodges have designated parking spaces. They all offer accessible guest rooms except for the Bright Angel Lodge. The Grand Canyon Lodge features cabins, four of which are accessible with wide doors.

Stagecoach Trails Guest Ranch 19985 S. Doc Holliday Rd., Yucca866-444-4471www.stagecoachtrailsranch.comStagecoach Trails Guest Ranch is a new barrier-free guest ranch in western Arizona two hours south of Las Vegas. Each over-sized guestroom is equipped with an acces-sible bathroom, half with roll-in showers. They offer horseback riding to all levels including those with physical challenges.

Services

Active Mobility1315 S. Gilbert Rd., Mesa480-539-2939, 888-246-2717www.activemobility.comProviding solutions for personal mobility needs since 1987. Complete sales and ser-vice departments for scooters, power chairs, lifts, recliner chairs and beds, wheelchairs and walkers. Four stores in the Greater Phoenix area, including locations in Mesa, Scottsdale, Glendale and Sun City.

Scootaround310-530 Kenaston Blvd., Winnipeg, Canada8884417575www.scootaround.comThe world's leading mobility enhancement company, providing scooter and wheelchair rentals in over 500 locations throughout North America and around the world. Enjoy your excursions without having to worry about personal mobility.

Tour Operators Great West Adventure Co. P.O. Box 2608, Sedona 928-204-5506 www.greatwesttours.comAccessible Grand Canyon tours from Sedona & Flagstaff, Arizona. Tours are between 9 and 11 hours.

Transportation

Valley Metro Transportation AuthorityP.O. Box 53598, Phoenix602-253-5000www.valleymetro.org/hp2906/index.htmlWheelchair accessible buses on most routes. Call for specific routes. They have more information on their web site including paratransit numbers for area communities.

Wheelers Accessible Van Rentals of Arizona6614 Sweetwater, Glendale800-456-1371www.wheelerz.com/ArizonaRents vehicles featuring special equipment such as lowered floors and power & remote control ramps and doors. Hand-controls and steering knobs can be provided upon request. Also delivers safe, reliable wheel-chair and scooter accessible transportation by the day, week, month and longer.

RELOCATION RESOURCES NAME/ADDRESS PHONE EMAIL WEBSITEGREER

EXTENDED STAY AND HOUSINGGreer Cabin Keepers* 928-735-7617 greerrealty@greeraz.com greercabinkeepers.com---Mark Wade

PHOENIXEXTENDED STAY AND HOUSING

Warren House East 602-956-1345 badams@warrenproperties.com warrenproperties.com

Park Thomas 602-277-2193 badams@warrenproperties.com warrenproperties.com

REAL ESTATE RESIDENTIAL Remax Integrity Real Estate 602-331-3000 ttorbert@azintegrityhomes.com www.azintegrityhomes.comTom Torbert, 2400 W. Dunlap Ave. Suit #115

T.W. Lewis 623-535-6667 hagan@twlewis.com www.twlewis.comDottie Hagan, 850 W. Elliott Rd., Suite 101, Tempe

Prudential Arizona Properties 480-505-6272 dawn.hastings@pruaz.com www.prudentialsecurities.comDawn Hastings, 16430 N. Scottsdale Rd., Scottsdale

MEXICOREAL ESTATE AND REALTORS

Coldwell Banker 602-334-4132 gcellingr@yahoo.com Gretchen Ellinger

SBR Realty 011-52-638-383-0600 fayth@sbrrealty.com sbrrealty.comFayth Moody

Kino Bay 602-324-8050 miket@longrealty.com longrealty.com Mike Tobin

Laguna Shores 011-52-638-383-4670 lagunashoresgcc.com Michael Kline

Twin Dolphins Real Estate 602-324-7241 dbrooks@twindolphinsrealty.com twindolphinsrealty.comDee Brooks, Puerto Penasco

TUCSON REAL ESTATE RESIDENTIAL

Long Realty Co. 520-918-5840 plim@longrealty.com www.Plim.LongRealty.com Phyllis Lim 520-390-2693

Lennar/US Home 888-536-6279 emily.workman@lennar.com www.lennar.comEmily Workman nancy.nist@lennar.com

Realty Executives 520-977-3447 sheilachonis@realtor.com Sheila Chonis

Coldwell Banker 520-548-4176 exceptionalteam@comcast.net www.exceptional-properties-team.comDelcina Betts 888-876-9784

Coldwell Banker 520-850-8252 exceptionalteam@comcast.net www.exceptional-properties-team.comMichelle Ortelli 888-876-9784

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Pets have integrated into the travel plans of millions

of Americans. However, the resultant latest craze in the world

of RV's is not the safest. To wit: let-ting your lapdog ride shotgun under the

sun-warmed windshield is perilous to the pooch. You wear seatbelts for your safety and Fido should wear one for his. These days there are a variety of canine seatbelts sold in most local pet stores.

Trouble is, despite all the precau-tions you might take, sometimes urgent care is needed. That's why it's a good thing to know where the local Animal Emergency Center is when you and your pets hit the road in search of adventure. Here in Mesa, one such center is the VCA Animal Referral & Emergency Center of Arizona (ARECA). This state of the art 18,000 square foot specialty, emergency hospital is committed to pro-viding the highest quality veterinary medical care available. Just as impor-tantly, ARECA is a 24-hour Emergency Center. "Our hospital is staffed with

doctors and technicians 24 hours a day, seven days a week," says Referral Director Stephani Rhodes. "We are here when you and your pets need us."

ARECA maintains state of the art instrumentation, including a helical CT scanner, cardiac and abdominal ultra-sound units, flexible and rigid fiberoptic endoscopy, computerized Holter moni-toring, blood gas analysis, and a sepa-rate intensive care unit with mechanical ventilation and extensive cardiovascular monitoring, including invasive blood pressure and telemetry. In other words, they can fix what ails your furry friend.

"We do get a fair number of tourists here," reports Rhodes, who herself is the den mother to a posse of six horses, two miniature donkeys, two miniature mules, five dogs and two tortoises. So go ahead, bring the pooch on your next road trip, ARECA will be there if you need them. Just buckle and go (both you and your Fido).

Help for Traveling PetsARECA Provides 24-7 Emergency Care

PROFILE

PET FRIENDLY LODGING

InnSuites AZ,CA,TXAZ, CA, Texas1-888-INNSUITES � �

Ramada Inn Chilton YUMA300 E. 32nd St,928-344-1050 �

Holiday Inn Express850 W. Shell NOGALES520-281-0123www.hiexpress.com � �

––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––La Quinta Inns, Inc.

800-531-5900.,www.lq.com3 locations in Southern Arizona

––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––Tombstone Boarding House TOMBSTONE

108 N. Fourth St.877-225-1319 �www.tombstoneboardinghouse.com

Amberian Peaks Lodge GREER800-556-9997 �www.thepeaksatgreer.com

––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––Reed’s Lodge SPRINGERVILLE

514 E Main800-814-6451www.k5reeds.com

––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––Silver Creek Inn-Rodeway Inn TAYLOR

825 N. Main928-536-2600

––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––Sleep Inn-Show Low SHOW LOW

1751 W. Deuce of Clubs928-532-7323 �

Best Western Arizonian HOLBROOK2508 E Navajo Blvd.,928-524-2611 � �

––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––Comfort Inn 1-17 & 1-40 FLAGSTAFF

2355 S Beulah Blvd.,800-490-6562 �www.comfortinnflagstaff.com

––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––Days Inn & Suites Camp Verde CAMP VERDE

1640 W. Hwy 260.928-567-3700

––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––Econo Lodge WINSLOW

1706 N. Park Drive928-289-4687www.econolodge.com

––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––La Quinta Inns

800-531-5900www.lq.com2 locations in Northern Arizona

––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––Quality Inn & Suites

4499 E. Hwy 69 PRESCOTT928-777-0770 � �www.prescottqualityinn.com

––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––Springhill Suites by Marriott

200 E Sheldon St., PRESCOTT888-466-8440www.springhillsuitesprescott.com

Size Restrictions

EMERGENCY PET CARE

VCA Animal Referral & MESAEmergency Center of AZ

1648 N Country Club Dr.480-898-0001 ��www.arecavets.com

––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––Veterinary Specialty TUCSONCenter of Tucson

4909 N La Canada Dr.520-795-9955 �www.vetspecialtytucson.com

––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––Westside Veterinary Clinic FLAGSTAFF

963 W Route 66 #230,928-779-0148 �

Exotic Pet Care

Open 24 hrs

PET SERVICES

It’s A Ruff Life PHOENIX2734 W Bell Rd. #1390,602-588-7833www.itsarufflife.com �� �

––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––Invisible Fence TUCSON

5007 E. 29th St.800-578-DOGS

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Retail

Best Western Dobson MESARanch Inn

1666 S. Dobson Rd, � �800-528-1356

––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––Holiday Inn Express TEMPE5300 S Priest Rd.,480-820-7500 � �www.hiexpress.com/tempeaz

––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––La Quinta Inns

800-531-5900www.lq.com9 locations in Phoenix Metro area

––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––Warren House East PHOENIX

2911 Indian School Rd.,602-956-1345 � �www.warrenproperties.com

––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––Warren House Park Thomas PHOENIX

E Thomas Rd.,602-277-2193 � �www.warrenproperties.com

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COLORADO RIVER REGION

SOUTHERN

REGIONAL

DOG PARKS

CHANDLERShawnee Park1400 W. Mesquite6a-10:30p480-782-2750

Snedigar Bark Park4500 S. Basha Rd.6a-10:30p480-782-2750

FLAGSTAFFThorpe Bark Park600 N. ThorpeDawn - Dusk928-779-7690

Bushmaster Park3150 N. AltavistaDawn - Dusk928-779-7690

FOUNTAIN HILLSDesert Vista Park11800 N. Desert Vista Dr.Dawn - Dusk480-816-5152

GILBERTDog Park at Crossroads2155 E. Knox Rd.6a - 10p480-503-6200

GLENDALEFoothills Dog Park57th & Union Dr., 6a - 10p623-930-2820

Sahuaro Ranch Park63rd Ave.6a - 10p623-930-2820

KINGMANLewis Kingman ParkRoute 66/Andy DevineDawn - 10p928-757-7919

LAKE HAVASU CITYLion’s Dog Park1340 McCulloch6a - 10p928-453-8686

MESAQuail Run4155 E. Virginia, Sunrise - 10p480-644-5040

ORO VALLEYJames D. Kriegh Park23 W. Calle Concordia, 6a - 10p, Sun-Sat520-229-5050

PAYSONPayson Off-Leash ParkMcLane Rd., next to Library928-747-5242

PRESCOTTWillow Creek Dog Park3181 Willow Creek Rd.7a - 10p928-777-1122

SCOTTSDALEChaparral Park5401 N. Hayden Rd.,Dawn - 9p480-312-2331

Horizon Park15444 N. 100th St.Dawn - Dusk480-312-2331

Vista del Camino Park7700 East Pierce St., Sunrise - 10:30p480-312-2331

TEMPECreamery Park1520 E. 8th St.6a – Midnight480-350-5200

Mitchell ParkMitchell Dr. & 9th St.6a – Midnight480-350-5200

Papago Parks1000 N. College Ave., 6a – Midnight480-350-5200

TUCSONChristopher ColumbusPark(city park)4600 N. Silverbell, Dawn - Dusk520-791-4873

McDonald Park (county park)4100 N. Harrison Rd.Dawn - Dusk520-877-6000

Please observe all posted rules and clean up after your dog.

Deposit Required

Pet policies/restrictions vary from location

to location

Pet policies/restrictions vary from location

to location

Pet policies/restrictions vary from location

to location

WARREN HOUSE EAST2911 Indian School Rd • 602-956-1345

PARK THOMAS1819 E Thomas Rd • 602-277-2193

CAMELBACK1545 W. Camelback • 602-277-3234

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The following are some places dogs are allowed – as well as a few of the rules that apply. Call the area you would like to visit for more detailed information about hiking with your pet. If in doubt, ask first!

National ParksIn general, pets are permitted but must be restrained either on a leash not exceeding 6 feet in length or caged at all times. Some parks have further restrictions. You can access information on the parks you plan to visit at http://www.nps.gov/parks.html. Some park webpages have lists of nearby kennels where you can leave your pet dur-ing your stay in the park.

Arizona State ParksDogs are allowed on trails if leashed, with the exception of Red Rock State Park. They are not allowed in historic parks. 602-542-4174

National ForestsApache/Sitgreaves National Forest – Dogs must be leashed in campgrounds, recom-mended on trails. 928-333-4301Coconino National Forest – Dogs must be caged or on a leash. 928-527-3600Coronado National Forest – Dogs are allowed on trails if leashed. Dogs are NOT allowed in wilderness areas or Sabino Canyon. 520-670-4552 Kaibab National Forest – Dogs must be leashed in campgrounds. 800-863-0546Prescott National Forest – Dogs must be leashed at all times. 928-445-1762Tonto National Forest – Dogs must be leashed in any developed areas, on trails and around other people. 602-225-5200

Wildlife RefugesDogs are allowed if leashed at all times. 520-823-4251

Bureau of Land ManagementDogs are allowed if leashed at all times. 602-417-9200

Hiking with Dogs in Arizona

Info: 800-826-9954

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STATEWIDE AZ PAGE 34 www.aztourist.com JANUARY 2007

This is the time of year when you can get into a

watchable-wildlife rut, literally. Whitetail deer and desert mule

deer should both be in the rut right now, providing excellent viewing oppor-tunities to see boomer bucks.

The big bucks, which are often deep in hiding the rest of the year or get spooked easily, are more readily observed during the rut: they have other things on their minds. Using optics is the key: not just your cam-era optics, but binoculars and spotting scopes.

If you have never hunted deer before with a camera, bow or rifle, this is an excellent time to learn the skills neces-sary to get that perfect shot. Also, the antics of frisky bucks and does can be wildly entertaining at times.

Your vehicle can make an excellent blind to both view and photograph wild

animals. Simply drive slowly down back-country roads keeping your eyes open, then stop occasionally and use your optics to scan hillsides or obvious

hiding locations.In addition, there

are two terrific nature festivals coming up that offer superb wildlife viewing opportuni-ties. The 14th Annual Wings Over Willcox Birding and Nature Festival takes place Jan. 11-14 in south-

ern Arizona. The Tres Rios Nature and Earth Festival is held March 17-18 along the Gila River at the Base and Meridian Wildlife Area near the Phoenix International Raceway. Check out the websites for more information.

Watchable WildlifeIt’s the Time of Year to See Boomer Bucks

Info: www.azgfd.gov www.wingsoverwillcox.com www.tresriosnaturefestival.com

GREAT

VIEWING

More and more win-ter visitors are discovering

a loosely-kept local secret: Arizona has the premier winter

crappie fishing in North America.A decade or so ago, catching these

speckled beauties was a springtime phe-nomenon. With the advent of modern fish finders, anglers began discover-ing the secrets of catching crappies at other times of year. Eventually, local Arizona anglers learned the simple art of catching crappies in winter at places like Roosevelt and Alamo lakes. Local anglers began sharing their crappie secrets with visiting anglers.

The word has spread.Now on any given winter day at

these two productive lakes, you can see flotillas of slow-moving boats plying the waters in search of slab-sided beau-ties. It’s become known as the crappie parade. Here’s how it works.

Crappies can be found holding in open water, sometimes in water as deep as 50 feet or more. The actively feeding crap-pies are typically found at 15 to 20 feet deep. For those with fish finders, schools

of crappies will appear as upside-down pyramids or Christmas trees. Keep in mind that crappie feed upwards.

But if you don’t have a fish find, don’t despair. Here’s why: all you have to do is join the boats in the slow-moving crappie parade and once you see any angler catching a crappie, simply ask him or her at what depth the fish was caught.

At Roosevelt, the best fishing is typi-cally at the Salt River end of the Lake and you can launch at Windy Hill. The Tonto Arm of the lake has also been producing the last couple of years. You can access this end of the lake from the launch ramp at the Cholla Campground area.

At Alamo Lake west of Wickenburg, the best winter crappie fishing is on the eastern end of the lake where the Bill Williams River, when it flows, enters this desert impoundment. It’s best to use the Cholla launch ramp. Once again, it’s not difficult to find the crappies, just look for the flotilla of crappie anglers.

The Secret is Getting Out! Az's Winter Crappie Fishing is Tops in Nation

Info: www.azgfd.govHOT

SPOTS

JANUARY 2007 www.lasr.net STATEWIDE AZ PAGE 35

1. Kaibab-Paiute Tribe350 miles north of Phoenix on Highway 389and 14 miles west of Fredonia

• Pipe Spring National Monument• Full hook-up RV & General Store• Museum (Arts and Crafts)• Grand Canyon-North Rim• Cedar Breaks National Monument• Hiking & hunting• Coral Pink Sand Dunes• Zion & Bryce Canyon National Park

Fredonia, Arizona 928-643-7245

2. Hualapai Nation250 miles northwest of Phoenix on Route 66and west of Grand Canyon National Park

• Grand Canyon West • Trophy Elk• Desert Big Horn Sheep• White water rafting

Peach Spring, Arizona 86434888-255-9550928-769-2216 (Tribal Council)

3. Havasupai Tribe310 miles northwest of Phoenix offRoute 66 at the bottom of GrandCanyon National Park

• Pools of turquoise water• Spectacular waterfalls• Camping & hiking

Supai, Arizona928-448-2237/2141 (camping)

4. San Juan Southern Paiute Tribe200 miles north of Phoenix at WillowSprings and Paiute Canyon/NavajoMountain

• Paiute Canyon native basket weavingTuba City, Arizona 928-283-4589/4587

5. Navajo Nation260 miles northeast of Phoenix, located innorthern Arizona, New Mexico, & Utah - inCoconino, Navajo, & Apache Counties, Az

• Monument Valley• St. Michael’s Historic Museum• Canyon De Chelly• Hubell Trading Post• Four Comers National Monument• Navajo Museum, Library,

Visitor’s Center• Ten Recreational Lakes• Window Rock & Shiprock

natural formations• Navajo fairs, rodeos & pow-wows

Window Rock, Arizona 928-871-6436

6. Hopi Tribe250 miles northeast of Phoenix on Highway264 and 67 miles north of Winslow

• Stone Pueblos Villages• Ancient ceremonial dances• Cultural Center/Hotel• Arts & Crafts Guild• Walpi Village Tour• Hopi Cultural Center Restaurant & Inn

Kykotsmovi, Arizona 928-734-3000

7. Fort Mojave Indian Tribe236 miles northwest of Phoenix and locatedalong the Colorado River near Needles, CAon Highway 95 and interstate 40

• River recreation • Avi Casino• Golf, Ghost towns• Spirit Mountain Casino• Hiking & rock hounding• Winter National Sand Drag Races

Needles, California 760-629-4591

8. Yavapai-Prescott Indian Tribe102 miles northwest of Phoenix and adja-cent to the City of Prescott on Highway 69

• Bucky’s Casino • Frontier Village Mall• Historic Prescott• Fishing, camping, hunting

Prescott, Arizona 928-445-8790

9. Yavapai-Apache Nation Tourism95 miles north of Phoenix off of Interstate17 at Camp Verde

• Cliff Castle Casino• Montezuma Castle National Monument• Native Visions gift shop• Montezuma Wells and Tuzigoot

National MonumentsCamp Verde, Arizona 928-567-3035

10. Tonto Apache Tribe93 miles north of Phoenix and adjacent toPayson on Highway 87

• Mazatzal Casino • Winter recreation• Mogollon Rim • Tonto Natural Bridge

Payson, Arizona 928-474-5000

11. Colorado River Indian Tribes 189 miles west of Phoenix and along theAZ-CA border at Parker on Highway 95

• Lake Moovaly• Poston Memorial Monument• Aha’Khav Tribal Preserve• Hunting & Fishing• Colorado River Tribe Museum• Blue Water Casino

Parker, Arizona 928-669-9211 ext. 1324

12. Fort McDowell Yavapai Nation23 miles east of Phoenix on Highway 87Verde River Water Recreation

• Fort McDowell Casino• We-Ko-Pa Golf Club and Course• Fort McDowell Adventures

Fountain Hills, Arizona 480-837-5121

13. White Mountain Apache TribeApproximately 4 hours from Phoenix and 46miles south of Show Low on Highway 73

• Sunrise Ski Resort• Fort Apache Cultural Museum• Hunting• Hon-Dah Resort-Casino

Conference Center• Fishing & Camping

Ft. Apache, Arizona 928-338-1230

14. San CarlosApache Tribe115 miles northeast ofPhoenix and east of Globeon Highway 60

• Hunting & Fishing• San Carlos Lake• Apache Gold Casino• San Carlos ApacheCultural Center• Salt River Canyon

San Carlos, Arizona 888-275-2653

15. Gila River IndianCommunity40 miles south of Phoenix offinterstate 10 Gila RiverHeritage Theme Park

• Wild Horse Pass Casino• Vee Quiva Casino• Gila Indian Center• Japanese Internment Camp• Casa Grande Ruins National Monument

Sacaton, Arizona 520-562-6000, 480-963-3981

16. Ak-Chin Indian Community58 miles south of Phoenix on Highway 347

• Him-Dak Museum• Harrah’s Ak-Chin Casino• Casa Grande Ruins Monument• Farming, Basketry• St Francis Church Feast

Maricopa, Arizona 520-568-2227

17. Salt River Pima-MaricopaIndian Community10 miles east of Phoenix and adjacent toScottsdale

• Hoo-Hoogamiki Museum• Talking Stick Golf Course• Pavilions Shopping Center• Cypress Golf Course• Casino Arizona at Salt River

Scottsdale, Arizona 480-850-8000

18. Cocopah Indian Tribe211 miles southwest of Phoenix and 13miles south of Yuma on Highway 95

• Tribal Museum• Cocopah Indian Casino• 18 hole golf course with

swimming pool & tennis courts• Tribal cultural Center• Full hook-up RV Park• Agriculture

Somerton, Arizona 85350Phone 928-627-2102

19. Fort Yuma Quechan Tribal Council185 miles southwest of Phoenix, Adjacent toYuma off interstate 8 and located along theAZ-CA border

• Historic Fort Yuma • Paradise Casino• Fort Yuma Museum (Arts & Crafts)• Water recreation• RV Parks, Fishing, camping & hunting• Port-of-Entry (U.S. & Mexico)

Yuma, Arizona 760-572-0213/0214

20. Tohono O’Odham Nation136 miles south of Phoenix, 58 miles west ofTucson on Highway 86 and near the U.S. &Mexico border

• San Xavier Mission Del Bac• Desert Diamond Casino• Baboquivari Mountain Park• Kitt Peak Observatory

Sells, Arizona 520-383-2221 ext. 285

21. Pascua Yaqui Tribe135 miles south of Phoenix and 15 mileswest of Tucson off of Interstate 19

• Casino of the Sun• Old Tucson Studio• Saguaro National Monument• Santa Catalina Mountain• Sonoran Desert Museum

Tucson, Arizona 800-572-7282 or 520-883-5000

22. Zuni Tribe360 miles northeast of Phoenix and 198miles southeast of Flagstaff along Hwy 61

• Visitor Center• A:shiwi A:wan Museum & Heritage

Center• Historic Nuestra Señora de Guadalupe

Mission• Local & Archaeological Tours• Premier silverwork, fetish carvings,

pottery• Annual Cultural Arts Expo

Zuni, New Mexico505-782-7238

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NORTHERN

CENTRAL SOUTHERN

McCormick-Stillman Railroad Park

7301 E. Indian Bend Rd.480-312-2312

www.therailroadpark.comMiniature trains, historic buildings and rolling stock from AZ’s past. 1950 carousel, snack bar. Train rides $1, under 3 free w/adult. Open daily 10am, free adm.

Rawhide at Wild Horse PassI-10 Exit Wild Horse Pass Blvd.480-502-5600, www.rawhide.com

Rawhide Steakhouse, gunfights, stage-coach rides, train rides and Western themed shops. Spirit of the West Theater, and a haunted mine attraction. 11 miles SW of Phoenix Sky Harbor Airport.

Taliesin WestFrank Lloyd Wright

12621 N. Frank Lloyd Wright480-860-2700

www.franklloydwright.orgFrank Lloyd Wright’s desert master-piece, broad range of tours avail., prices vary, open daily.

Arizona Sonora Desert Museum

2021 N. Kinney Rd.520-883-2702

www.desertmuseum.org21 acres with some 300 animal species and 1,200 kinds of plants. Includes hummingbirds, javelinas and coyotes, bird of prey shows (seasonal). Open daily. Call for seasonal hours & prices

National Geographic Visitor Center (IMAX)

Hwy 64 928-638-2468

www.explorethecanyon.comIMAX Theater, interpretive presenta-tions & exhibits; FREE maps, National Geographic Store, AZ Office of Tourism, Explorer’s Café, and more!

Out of Africa4020 N. Cherry Rd.

928-567-2840www.outofafricapark.com

Authentic African Safari Tours. Feed giraffe, zebra and more aboard Safari vehicles. Take a Tram or walk for clo-seup encounters of lions, tigers, bears and other large predators. 3 miles west of I-17 on Hwy 260.

TUCSON

Arizona Wing of the Commemorative

Air Force Museum2017 N. Greenfield Rd

480-924-1940www.arizonawingcaf.com

Dedicated to preserving aviation history and wartime memorabilia. Gift shop. Located at Falcon Field Airport.

MESA

Besh-Ba-Gowah Archaeological Park

150 N. Pine St., Globe928-425-0320

Offers a glimpse into the long vanished Salado culture. Walk within restored rooms in this 700-year old pueblo and visit the museum. Open 9-5, adm: $3, 65 & over - $2, under 12 free.

GLOBE

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SCOTTSDALE

CHANDLER

CAMP VERDE

Navajo Nation MuseumHwy 264 & Loop Road

928-871-7941,www.navajoland.com

Bridges the past, present, and future of the Navajo people through educational / art exhibitions, cultural programs and events. Galleries & Gift Shop hours: Mon. 8-5, Tues.-Fri. 8-8, Sat. 9-5. 1/2 mile W of the AZ/NM border.

WINDOW ROCK

GRAND CANYON

Dolly Steamboat480-827-9144

www.dollysteamboat.comCruises on Canyon Lake, open all year 7 days a week. Narrated nature cruises, twi-light dinner cruises and private charters. 16 miles northeast of Apache Junction on SR 88.

APACHE JUNCTION

Kitt Peak National Observatory

520-318-8726 www.noao.edu

23 optical and two radio telescopes with 3 tours daily, visitor center, gift shop, public observing programs day and night. Hours: 9am-3:45pm; call for prices. Hwy 86. 56 miles SW of Tucson.

Old Tucson Studios201 S. Kinney Rd., Tucson

520-883-0100 www.oldtucson.com

Famous movie location open to pub-lic. Hours: Daily 10am-6pm. Wild West entertainment, restaurants, shops. (Subject to seasonal changes. Please call ahead for current schedule and prices.)

Queen Mine866-432-2071.

www.discoverbisbee.comRetired Phelps Dodge employees guide you into this once prolific copper mine opened in 1877. 5 tours daily, 7 days a week, tickets $12 plus tax adults, $5 plus tax ages 5-15. Off US 80 inter-change.

Reid Park Zoo520-791-4022

1030 S. Randolph Waywww.tucsonzoo.org

Hundreds of exotic animals from all over the globe in natural environments. Educational fun for all ages! Hours: 9-4; Admission: $5 adults, $4 seniors, $2 children under 14.

Rex Allen Arizona Cowboy Museum & Cowboy Hall of Fame

150 N. Railroad Ave.520-384-4583, 877-234-4111

Features the life of Rex Allen, Rex Allen, Jr., Willcox Cowboy Hall of Fame, photo history of the Cowbelles, western stars. Gift shop. 10-4. Adm: $2 single, $3 couple, $5 family.

Tucson Museum of Art140 N. Main, Tucson

520-624-2333www.TucsonMuseumofArt.org

Pre-Columbian, Western, Contem- porary. Changing exhibitions and Historic Block. Tues-Sat, 10-4; Sunday Noon- 4, closed Mondays, major holi-days. Adults $8, Seniors (60+) $6, Students (13+) $3.

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Route 66 Museum120 W. Andy Devine, Kingman

928-753-9889, 866-427-7866

Tells the story of the 35th parallel - wagons trains, National Old Trails Highway and Route 66. Murals, exhib-its, period vehicles and a street scene make it all come alive. Located in the Powerhouse Visitor Center. Daily 9-6 (Dec-Feb to 5pm)

KINGMAN

Performing Arts Center2675 S Palo Verde Blvd., Lake

Havasu928-505-6900

www.havasu.k12.az.usAt the Lake Havasu High School. Performances by the L H Community Choir & Orchestra, Mohave Community College Theater Dept., and the Missoula’s Children’s Theater plus local dance companies and recital groups. For schedule call or go to cal-endar link on the website.

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COLORADO RIVER REGION

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Offer valid through April 30, 2007.Some restrictions and qualifications apply. Call for details. This

discounted vacation is offered in exchange for your participation in a Sea of Cortez Premiere Vacation Club timeshare presentation.

4 days 3 nights (standard hotel accommodations)

Midweek packages availablefor as low as

$99 / $129(weekend)

Includes: 2 Sunset Cruise tickets 2 Delfinario tour tickets (San Carlos’ newest marine attraction)

800-261-2777PHOENIX

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WHY NOT TRAVELSTOREIS A PERFECT OASIS FOR THE TRAVELERLocated only 30 miles from the Mexican border

in the heart of the Sonoran Desert

Mexican Trip InsuranceFuel - Propane Fuel - Groceries - Ice

Vehicle Storage - Clean Restrooms - Snacks - Firearm storageand more importantly… … a friendly staff to assist you

230 Sonoyta Way, Why, AZ, 85321Phone: (520) 387-7783 Fax: (520) 387-6091

WHY NOT TRAVELSTORE

Entering Mexico

Rocky Point is a free zone - you don’t need a visa or permit for your car.However, you must have titles or be able to provide legal documentation for ALLvehicles including boats, jetskies, waterbikes, ATVs and dunebuggies. Outside thefree zone a tourist visa is required; the check point for vehicle permits has beenmoved south of the Guaymas bypass on Hwy 15.

Don't forget to get MEXICO CAR INSURANCE. U.S. insurance is not valid inMexico and you cannot cross the border without Mexico Insurance! Keep it in a safeplace that is NOT in your vehicle. Point to note: vehicle insurance is consideredinvalid in Mexico if the driver is found to be under the influence of alcohol or drugs.

• Guns - NOT allowed.• Liquor - 3 quarts per adult.• Cigarettes - up to 20 packs (or 50 cigars).• Medicine - for personal use (with your prescription).• Pets - only dogs and cats are allowed, and you are required to have a U.S.

Veterinarian Health Certificate Form and Rabies Certificate # 77043 valid within the past 6 months.

• Going through Customs - There is a system for random searches as you drive through the checkpoint. If the green light activates, drive on through unless told otherwise. (If you have an RV, are towing sports vehicles or even just have a large car, expect to get pulled over for a look.) If the red light activates, pull your vehicle over to the parking spaces in the center for inspection.

• Border hours - closed midnight to 6 am.

Returning to the U.S.• Declare everything you are bringing back from Mexico.Total value of up to

$400 per 30-day time period is allowed.• Liquor - 1 quart per adult (over 21)• Cigarettes - 200 (or 100 cigars - but NOT from Cuba).• $100 worth of gifts.• Medicine - have your U.S. prescription for any prescription drugs you buy in Mexico.

Crossing the Border

• FORBIDDEN items-• Birds• Natural wildlife/plants• Whale bones/coral• Houseplants• Fruits & vegetables

• Pork/ham/pork products• Uncooked eggs• Avocados (unless the pits are

removed) or mangos• Fireworks• Firearms/weapons

• Citizenship - All passengers must be able to prove U.S. Citizenship for legal entry into the U.S. A driver’s license is NOT proof of citizenship. It is suggested to carry a passport, birth certificate or voter’s registration card as well as photo ID.

Driving in Mexico

When you close your eyes and visualize your perfect

Mexican seaside vacation, chanc-es are it looks a lot like the Sea of

Cortez Premiere Vacation Club—the jewel of ILX Resorts Incorporated.

Overlooking the famed warm waters of the Sea of Cortez in San Carlos, this four-story hotel features 30 units with kitchens, original Mexican artwork, and private patios. In addition to the Club’s heated swimming pool, whirlpool and La Palapa bar, guests can indulge in all of the amenities of the adjacent 5-star San Carlos Plaza Resort, including the spa and first-class restaurants.

San Carlos has a surplus of recre-ation options. Snorkelers and divers can get a close-up look at the area’s teeming underwater life, interact with sea lions or explore boat wrecks. Whale-watch-ing excursions are an opportunity to see jumping mantas as well as whale pods. Fishermen can get hooked year-round, particularly during July’s International Billfish Tournament. And of course, no trip to the Sea of Cortez would be com-plete without sampling sea kayaking, water-skiing, wake-boarding or banana-boat rides.

For those who prefer land-based activities, the resort has tennis and vol-leyball courts on site. The whole family will enjoy a trip to the pearl factory farm at the Technological University of Monterrey—the only pearl factory in Latin America. Other popular adven-tures include jeep tours, horseback riding and mountain biking, or a trip to Club de Golf, an 18-hole, mountain-view layout designed by Roy Dye, son of the legendary Pete Dye. Hikers will want to trek up Tetakawi Hill.

The newest attraction in the San Carlos area is the Delfinario Sonora, open Tuesday through Sunday. The facility, home to four Indo-Pacific Bottlenose Dolphins and two California Sea Lions, offers demonstrations, educa-tional information and, for the ultimate experience, interaction with the dolphins.

Then, to start your evening, choose the Margarita Sunset Cruise, with chips and salsa, all-you-can drink mar-garitas, and a sunset fiesta you’ll never forget.

The Perfect Mexican Getaway Relax at the Sea of Cortez Premiere Vacation Club

Premiere Vacation Club: 1-800-261-2777

PROFILE

C O M E E X P E R I E N C E O U R $ 1 5 M I L L I O N R E N O VAT I O N !

Planning a retreat or business meeting?

Looking for a spectacular wedding site?

Contact our sales team and we will

handle all the details.

Rocky Point abounds with South of the Border flavor...breathtaking ocean views, warm sandy beaches, excellentfood and drink...This is Mexico!

• 206 deluxe rooms, including junior and

two-room suites, with ocean and pool views

• Free high speed wireless internet

• Beautiful meeting facilities

• Plasma Televisions in every room and suite

• 4 food & beverage outlets

• Full service spa onsite

• Special packages available–just visit

our website

Toll Free Reservations: 800-259-6976 or book online at www.hotelrockypoint.com

While at Peñasco Del Sol, enjoy...

Mexican and American fare prepared to perfection

in Miguel’s, our beautiful on-site restaurant &

lounge featuring breathtaking ocean views and the

best specialty margaritas in town. Spend happy

hours at our poolside cantina. Lounge by our heated

pool or relax on our warm, sandy beach.

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After a 15 million dollar renovation the new Peñasco

Del Sol Hotel (formerly Plaza Las Glorias) awaits you. The only

full service hotel in Rocky Point, Peñasco Del Sol is the beachfront desti-nation you will love to discover.

Our renovations include new rooms and suites featuring plasma televisions, upgraded bedding and furnishings, and all of the comforts of home. In the pool area we have added a swim up bar and easy beach access.

Our rates vary all through the year, and right now we have an $89 Sun-Thurs special.

Miguel’s Steak & Seafood is our new upscale dining concept featuring the best local and regional fare pre-pared to perfection. Chill Lounge is a great place to relax and unwind with friends in a casual beach-urban setting. Cafessito is perfect for people who want to grab a quick espresso or pastry before they head out to enjoy all that Peñasco has to offer.

The hotel features a spa offering mas-sage, facials, pedicures and more. In addition, there is new modern meeting space equipped with WIFI access and

the latest in audio visual equipment. Whether you are looking for a family

get-away or a corporate retreat, make the Peñasco Del Sol Hotel your first choice. For group travel contact Larry Martin at 520-6188042 or info@hotelrockypoint.com.

For individual reservations call or check out the website.

The NEW Peñasco Del Sol HotelLook What Our Renovations Have to Offer You!

Info: 800-259-6976 www.hotelrockypoint.comPRO

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New Passport Rules Start January 23, 2007

• All persons traveling by air between the United States and Canada, Mexico, Central and South America, the Caribbean and Bermuda must present a valid U.S. passport (or Air NEXUS card or U.S. Coast Guard Merchant Mariner Document) that establishes the traveler’s identity and nationality to enter the U.S.

• U.S. citizens traveling directly between the United States and its territories do not need to present a passport.

• For U.S. citizens traveling via land and sea (including ferry crossings), a passport or other documentation won’t be formally required until January 1, 2008.

Information courtesy of CSA Travel Protection, www.csatravelprotection.com.

National Passport Information Center1-877-487-2778

TERRANOVA INVERSIONES recently

revealed plans for The Developer’s Showroom &

Services, Puerto Peñasco’s first and only one-stop Real Estate Shop. Here, buyers will have the ability to com-parison shop for their new home, condo or townhouse from the conveniently-located Showroom.

It is known that while most people start their search for a new home online, they still want to interact with people and learn more in a neutral environment before making their decision. This experience is what Developer’s Showroom provides. A place where brochures, maps, models, virtual presentations, price lists, and more are provided by way of a unique relationship between the Showroom and Rocky Point developers.

“I’m proud to be involved in the Showroom because it offers the buy-ers another option for comparing our product to that of our competitors”, says Tim Smart, marketing manager of Villa Cortez. “Ultimately, this shows that we are willing to work together to make the home buying experience in Rocky Point a positive one from beginning to end.”

Located on Benito Juarez and Lauro Contreras, The Showroom, which is currently under construction and set to open in January, is on the right-hand side on the road to the Old Port, just past the speed bump and across the street from Mario’s Coffee Shop. “In Rocky Point there is only one road into the Old Port, so sooner or later everyone passes The Showroom”, says Rosie Glover, General Manager at TERRANOVA.

The Showroom is unique in Rocky Point. Buyers will be able to stop by for a cup of coffee, view virtual presenta-tions, take brochures, and have their questions answered by a professional. There will also be a computer for the use of clients who wish to check out the various websites of local developers.

TERRANOVA invites local develop-ers to participate in The Developer’s Showroom without cost. “This is being offered as a customer service and as a means to show that TERRANOVA is being creative in our approach to Real Estate Sales in Puerto Peñasco.”

One-Stop Real Estate Shop Rocky Point’s First And Only!

Info: 011-52-638-388-1003OPEN

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Walk along the peaceful beachesRelax at the poolRead a book to the sound of the waves• 128 Beach View Room• A/C in Rooms• Jacuzzi• Satellite TV• Outside Bar• Restaurant• Swimming Pool• Happy Hour• Live Music

USA Toll Free: 1-800-569-1797México Toll Free: 1-888-232-8142Phone from USA: (011-52-638) 383-2586 or 383-2199

Located on Paseo Balboa #100 on the beach, Puerto Peñasco, Sonora

93 Beautiful Rooms with

2 Queen Size BedsAir ConditioningSatellite TVFull KitchenSofa BedHair DryerYour satisfaction is our #1 goal! Please feel free to contact us if you have any questions or concerns

Visit us: www.playabonitaresort.comfor more information on all of our hotels and RV Parks

Playa BonitaPlaya Bonita Laos MarLaos Mar

Phone for Info. (011-52-638) 384-4700, 383-4701, 383-4702, 383-4703México Toll Free 01-800-560-2206US Toll Free 877-736-5005

Located Paseo Balboa #90, U.S. Mail PO Box 254, Lukeville, AZ 85341

Resort, Hotel & R.V. Park Hotel & Suites

Near the end of spectacu-lar Sandy Beach, just before

Cholla Mountain, you can find the popular tourist complex called

The Reef. The complex is made up of The Reef Restaurant and Piano Bar, The Reef RV Park and The Reef Bar. A visit to one or all is a more than suf-ficient reason to turn your holidays into an unforgettable memory.

Considered to be at the top of the list of the finest restaurants in town, The Reef Restaurant and Piano Bar takes pride in serving you with ‘haute cuisine’ while offering beautiful pan-oramic views of the Sea of Cortez. The renowned master chef Humberto Escobedo uses his extensive internation-al experience to present a gourmet menu with Italian, French and Oriental influ-ences, creating contrasting yet balanced combinations and a pleasurable feast for your pallet. Sunset dining accompanied by the perfect music offered from the piano of maestro Arturo Peña gives the ideal final touch to a remarkable culi-nary experience.

The Reef RV Park provides some of the best views of the Sea of Cortez. With many of the 200 spaces directly on the beach, the water’s edge is very inviting. With many water activities to choose from, the scenic delights and beach lifestyle, The Reef RV Park offers guaranteed fun for everyone in the fam-ily. Naturally, the park has all the neces-sary services available to accommodate all types of recreational vehicles.

Finally, you may decide to enjoy your favorite beverage in the place that has had the tradition of hosting memorable gatherings for more than ten years. The Reef Bar, like the other establish-ments, has direct access to the beach and ocean. It has long been one of the favorite haunts of many in the region of beautiful Puerto Peñasco. The Reef complex is one more reason to make numerous trips to your favorite beach, time and time again!

The Reef at Sandy BeachPerfect Weekend Getaway

Info: 011-52-638-0650 www.sandybeachresorts.com.mx

PROFILE

Honest, Safe, Experienced

Real Estate Servicesin Rocky Point & Cholla Bay

“Residential Sales Executive”

Cholla Office 382-5147 Direct from U.S.A. 602-334-4132 Fax: 480-393-4301 gretchenellinger@cbrockypoint.com

At Casa Monica in Cholla Bay

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River City RV Park 2225 Merrill Ave, Bullhead City • • • • • • • • • • • • • •928-754-2121 www.rivercityrvpark.com——————————————————————————————————————————————————————————————————————————————————————————————El Rio Waterfront Resort and RV Park1641 Highway 95 Bullhead City • • • • • • • • •928763-4385——————————————————————————————————————————————————————————————————————————————————————————————Araby Acres Travel Park 6649 E Hwy 80, Yuma • • • • • • • • • • • • • • 928-344-8666, 877-362-6736 www.rvonthego.com——————————————————————————————————————————————————————————————————————————————————————————————Zuni Village RV Park2840 Airway Ave Kingman • • • • • • • • • • • • •928-692-6202——————————————————————————————————————————————————————————————————————————————————————————————Cactus Gardens RV Resort 10657 S Ave 9 E, Yuma • • • • • • • • • • • • • •928-342-9188, 877-362-6736 www.rvonthego.com——————————————————————————————————————————————————————————————————————————————————————————————Desert Paradise RV Resort 10537 S Ave 9 E, Yuma • • • • • • • • • • • • • • •928-342-9313, 877-362-6736 www.rvonthego.com——————————————————————————————————————————————————————————————————————————————————————————————Foothill Village R.V. Park 12705 E Frontage Rd, Yuma • • • • • • • • • • • • 928-342-1030, 877-362-6736 www.rvonthego.com——————————————————————————————————————————————————————————————————————————————————————————————Suni Sands RV Resort 1960 E 32nd St, Yuma • • • • • • • • • • • • • 928-726-5941, 877-362-6736 www.rvonthego.com——————————————————————————————————————————————————————————————————————————————————————————————Westwind RV and Golf Resort 9797 E 32nd St, 866-440-2992 Yuma • • • • • • • • • • • • • • 800-545-6481 www.westwindrvgolfresort.com

Payson Campground and RV Resort 808 E Hwy 260, Payson • • • • • • • • • • • •928-472-2267 http://hometown.aol.com/paysoncampground——————————————————————————————————————————————————————————————————————————————————————————————Orchard Ranch Senior RV Resort 11250 E Hwy 69, Dewey • • • • • • • • • • • • • • 800-352-6305 www.orchardrvresort.com——————————————————————————————————————————————————————————————————————————————————————————————Wagon Master RV Park 3065 Hwy 277, Heber/Overgard • • • • • • • • • • •928-535-4004——————————————————————————————————————————————————————————————————————————————————————————————Grand Canyon Caverns RV Park 150 N Myers, Peach Springs • • • • • • • • • • • • • •928-422-4565 www.gccaverns.com——————————————————————————————————————————————————————————————————————————————————————————————Hon-Dah RV Park 777 Hwy. 260, 928-369-7400 Pinetop • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • 800-929-8744 www.hon-dah.com—————————————————————————————————————————————————————————————————————————————————————————————

Page/Lake Powell Campgrounds 849 S. Coppermine Rd. Page • • • • • • • • • • • •928-645-3374 www.pagecampground.com—————————————————————————————————————————————————————————————————————————————————————————————Rancho Sedona RV Park 135 Bear Wallow Lane, Sedona • • • • • • • • 888-641-4261 www.ranchosedona.com—————————————————————————————————————————————————————————————————————————————————————————————Voyager at Juniper Ridge RV Resort1993 Juniper Ridge Resort, Show Low • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • 928-532-3456 www.VoyagerAtJuniperRidge.com—————————————————————————————————————————————————————————————————————————————————————————————Railside RV Ranch877 N. Rodeo Rd, Williams • • • • • • • • • • • • • • 928-635-4077 www.railsideRVRanch.com—————————————————————————————————————————————————————————————————————————————————————————————Meteor Crater RV ParkI-40 Exit 233, Winslow • • • • • • • • • • •928-289-5898 www.meteorcrater.com——————————————————————————————————————————————————————————————————————————————————————————————

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CENTRALCasa Grande - I-10 exit 200Petro Truck Stop5235 N. Sunland Gin Rd., 520-836-3983Iron Skillet Restaurant, deli w/prem. coffee. ATM/Check Cashing, 14 showers, convenience store, mail, internet kiosks, movie theater, laundry, lighted parking, phones.

Eloy - I-10 exit 208AFlying J Travel Plaza16189 S. Sunshine Blvd., 520-466-9205Convenience store, The Cookery Restaurant. ATM, phone rooms, laundry, arcade, showers.

Phoenix - I-10 exit 137Flying J Travel Plaza6700 W. Latham St., 623-936-1118Convenience store, The Country Market, Pepperoni’s, Magic Dragon. ATM and phone room. Laundry and shower.

Tonopah - I-10 exit 103Travel Centers of America1010 N. 339th Ave., 623-386-6443Country Fare Restaurant, Subway, Pizza Hut. Parking, showers, travel store, phones, lounge, game room, laundry.

COLORADO RIVER REGIONEhrenberg - I-10 exit 1Flying J Travel PlazaBox 801 S. Frontage, 928-923-9600The Cookery Restaurant. ATM and phone rooms. Showers and laundry.

Kingman - I-40 exit 53Flying J Travel Plaza3300 E. Andy Devine Ave., 928-757-7300The convenience store, The Cookery Restaurant. ATM and phone rooms, laundry, game room, TV room.

I-40 Exit 66Petro Truck StopBlake Ranch Road, 928-757-2799Iron Skillet Restaurant, deli w/premium coffee, convenience store, ATM/check cashing, show-ers, movie theater, laundry, AT&T/SmartStop phones, mail, internet kiosks, lighted parking.

NORTHWinslow - I-40 exit 255Flying J Travel Plaza400 Transcon Lane, 928-289-2081Country Market Restaurant. ATM, phone rooms.

SOUTHTucson - I-10 exit 268TTT Tucson Truck Terminal, Inc.5451 Benson Highway, 520-574-0050Convenience store, deli, Hi-Way Chef Restaurant, CB shop, gift shop, barber/beauty shop, massage clinic, post office, Western Union, RV dump, propane.

Rio Rico - I-19 exit 12Pilot Travel Center #279520-377-0001Parking, showers, ATM, public laundry, convenience store.

Willcox - 1-10 exit 340Travel Centers of America1501 Fort Grant Rd., 520-384-5311Minh Chinese, Country Fare, Subway. Store, lounge, laundry, phones, showers, parking, repair shop, RV dump.

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WESTWIND RV& GOLF RESORT

9797 E. Frontage Rd., Yuma Az 85365928-342-2992 • Toll Free: 1-866-440-2992

Visit our website at: www.westwindrvgolfresort.comPar 3 executive 9 hole golf courseCall for tee times: 928-342-4535

RIO BEND RV& GOLF RESORT1589 Drew Rd., El Centro, CA 92243

760-352-7061 • Toll Free: 1-800-545-6481Visit or website at: www.riobendrvgolfresort.com

Executive 9 hole golf course. Slope rating of 102Call for tee times: 760-352-6638

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5 Star Resorts • Activities • Entertainment • Dances • Cafes at Each Resort

Northern ArizonaWaltnerʼs RV Resort4800 S. 28th St. Show Low • • • • • • • • • • 928-537-4611 www.apolloproperties.com/waltners.htm

Countryside RV Resort 2701 S Idaho Rd, Apache Junction • • • • • • • • • • • • • • 480-982-1537, 877-362-6736 www.rvonthego.com——————————————————————————————————————————————————————————————————————————————————————————————Gold Canyon RV & Golf 7151 E. US Hwy Apache Junction • • • • • • • • • • • • • • 480-982-5800, 877-465-3226 www.robertsresorts.com——————————————————————————————————————————————————————————————————————————————————————————————Golden Sun RV Resort 999 W Broadway Ave, Apache Junction • • • • • • • • • • • 480-983-3760, 877-362-6736 www.rvonthego.com——————————————————————————————————————————————————————————————————————————————————————————————High Chaparral RV7575 W. Battaglia Casa Grande • • • • • • • • • • • •520-466-5076——————————————————————————————————————————————————————————————————————————————————————————————Palm Creek Golf & Resort 1110 N. Hennes Blvd, Casa Grande • • • • • • • • • • • • • • •800-421-7004 www.palmcreekgolf.com——————————————————————————————————————————————————————————————————————————————————————————————Eagle View RV Resort9605 N. Ft. McDowell Rd., Ft. McDowell • • • • • • • • • • • • • •480-836-5310 www.eagleviewrvresort.com——————————————————————————————————————————————————————————————————————————————————————————————Good Life RV Resort 3403 E Main St, Mesa • • • • • • • • • • • • • 800-999-4990 www.goodliferv.com——————————————————————————————————————————————————————————————————————————————————————————————Monte Vista Village Resort 8865 E. Baseline Rd, Mesa • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • 480-833-2223, 877-362-6736 www.rvonthego.com——————————————————————————————————————————————————————————————————————————————————————————————View Point RV Resort & Country 8700 E. University Dr, Mesa • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • •800-822-4404, 877-362-6736 www.rvonthego.com——————————————————————————————————————————————————————————————————————————————————————————————Paradise RV Resort 10950 W Union Hills Dr, Sun City • • • • • • • • • • • • • • 602-977-0344, 877-362-6736 www.rvonthego.com——————————————————————————————————————————————————————————————————————————————————————————————Saddle Mountain RV Park 3607 N 411th Ave, Tonopath • • • • • • • • • • • •623-386-3892 www.saddlemountainrvpark.com——————————————————————————————————————————————————————————————————————————————————————————————Seyenne Vistas625 West McKellips Mesa • • • • • • • • • 480-644-0989, 877-362-6736 www.rvonthego.com——————————————————————————————————————————————————————————————————————————————————————————————Foothill s West RV Resort19501 W. Hopi Drive Casa Grande • • • • • • • • • • • • • •520-836-2531, 877-362-6736 www.rvonthego.com——————————————————————————————————————————————————————————————————————————————————————————————Fiesta Grande RV Resort1511 E. Florence Blvd. Casa Grande • • • • • • • • • • • • • 520-836-7222, 877-362-6736 www.rvonthego.com——————————————————————————————————————————————————————————————————————————————————————————————Casita Verde2200 N. Trekell Rd. Casa Grande • • • • • • • • • • • 520-836-9031, 877-362-6736 www.rvonthego.com——————————————————————————————————————————————————————————————————————————————————————————————

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PICACHOPicacho Peak RV Resort 17065 E. Peak Lane520-466-7841

www.picachopeakrv.com312 sites, full h/u, pull thrus, restrooms/show-ers, laundry, cable/satelite, internet access. Pool/spa, recreation hall, activities, fitness cen-ter, LPGas, dump station. Pet friendly.

PEACH SPRINGSGrand Canyon Caverns RV Park150 N. Myers928-422-4565www.gccaverns.comRoute 66, Mile Marker 115. 65 sites, limited electricity/water. Restrooms/showers, laundry, dump station, gas, game room, market, restau-rant, pets ok on leash.

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Payson Campground and RV Resort808 E. Hwy. 260928-472-2267http://hometown.aol.com/paysoncamp/index.htmlGreat camping in heart of Payson. Shopping, fishing, hiking, casino nearby. Pool, clean restroom/showers, laundry, Internet, clubhouse/gameroom, playground. Open year round.

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Orchard Ranch Senior RV Resort11250 E. Hwy. 69800-352-6305www.orchardrvresort.com402 sites, 55+, 290 pull-thrus, 315 full h/u. CATV, city water, modem h/u, restrooms/showers, laundry, RV supplies, LP gas. Heated pool/spa, shuffleboard, rec hall, game room.

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Hon-Dah RV Park777 Hwy. 260928-369-7400 800-929-8744www.hon-dah.com258 spaces, no age restrictions, pets allowed, satellite TV, LP gas, showers, handicap access, dump station, Internet hook-up, restrooms, laundry, recreational hall. Adjacent to Hon-Dah Resort Casino

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Saddle Mountain RV Park3607 N. 411th Ave.623-386-3892www.saddlemountainrvpark.com342 sites, 62 pull thrus, 213 sites w/patios full h/u. Laundry, rec room w/ modem h/u, rest-rooms/showers, phone h/u, pool, tennis courts, basketball, horseshoes, shuffleboard, RV stor-age, LP gas, picnic area, dump station. Pets ok.

SEDONARancho Sedona RV Park 135 Bear Wallow Lane888-641-4261www.ranchosedona.com84 spaces. Exec. sites offer Internet/phone. City water, modem hu/office, WiFi, CATV, restrooms/showers, public phone, laundry, lim-ited RV supplies, BBQ/Fire pit, stream (fish-ing/swimming), great hiking.

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Voyager RV Resort8701 S. Kolb Rd. 520-574-5000800-424-9191www.VoyagerRV.com1,576 full hookup sites w/ patios. Includes back-ins, big rig sites, 100 foot pull thrus. Restrooms/showers, dump, security, laundry, groceries, RV supplies. Heated pools/spa, rec hall, activities, 9-hole golf course, tennis & shuffleboard courts.

CASA GRANDEHigh Chaparral RV 7575 W. Battaglia Dr520-466-5076171 sites, full h/u, pull thrus, LPGas, dump station, Restrooms/showers, laundry, Internet access. Pool/spa, Golf, recreation hall, activi-ties. Pet friendly.

BULLHEAD CITYRiver City RV Park2225 Merrill Ave.928-754-2121132 sites. Utilities & cable, heated pool, rec hall, exercise room, games, showers/rest-rooms, picnic area, horseshoes and mini golf . Laundry facilities, phones, vending machines.

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Our flea market is a regular event as is the weekly produce market, which is full of fresh local delights. Bingo is twice a week and a day trip to the casi-no is offered once a month. Line danc-ing and clogging is offered twice a week and a dance Saturday night.

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