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8 Bullhead The Best of the Colorado River

10 Tourism See the Sights

12 Homes & Residential Living Find Your Home Here

12 Government Serving the People

14 Location & Transportation Finding Your Way

14 Education Smart Thinking

16 Fort Mohave Indian Tribe Casinos, Recreation & Economic Development Along the Colorado River

18 Recreation & Parks Activities For All

25 Area Map

26 Arts & Entertainment The Best of Bullhead City

28 Membership Directory

40 Healthcare Maintaining Wellness

42 Economic Development

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Hiking at Grapevine Canyon is just one of the many great outdoor activities our area has to offer

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W elcome to Bullhead City, a desert paradise with nearly 360 days of sunshine each year. The Bullhead City area is

a pristine desert climate with clean air and is an ideal playground for water-based recreation and desert lovers. Bullhead City has a variety of homes to offer, from newly built or resale homes in gated communities with amenities and activities. There are established subdivisions without cookie-cutter-type looking homes. The area also offers retirement communities and adult living resorts for those over 55 to enjoy their retirement years. Golf course community homes are available for avid golfers. At the end of the day, if you like watching sunsets over the Colorado River and Black Mountains, then a riverfront home or condominium is the place for you.

There are many reasons to visit and possibly relocate your business and family to Bullhead City. We offer K-12 education, charter schools and a two-year community college. There are two hospitals in the area along with specialized medical doctors and facilities to assist you in fulfilling your medical needs. Bullhead City brings a variety of retail shops and restaurants for all your shopping or dining out needs. There’s no need to leave our desert community so local dollars stay local. The city of Bullhead City partners with many service clubs and the Chamber of Commerce to hold special events like the River Regatta, Bullhead City Bike Fest, Burro BBQ, the Christmas Parade and Winterfest, are just a few great events that bring thousands of people down to our area of the Colorado River. Simply put, there is always something happening in the Bullhead City area, when you go across the river to Laughlin, the resort casinos have top-notch entertainers for all

ages to enjoy and an awesome variety of gaming for those 21 and over.

Oatman is a must-see while visiting our area. Oatman is the “ghost town that refuses to die” with gun fights happening daily, roaming wild burros and specialty shops. Plan on including Oatman while on a Route 66 road trip. Outdoor enthusiasts enjoy hiking, biking, off-roading and many water sports, including fishing, boating, water skiing, jet skiing, canoeing and kayaking on the Colorado River and Lake Mohave. There is truly something for everyone.

We hope you find this profile book beneficial to you. It offers a closer insight into what Bullhead City has to offer and provides a resource when looking for products and services our businesses have to offer. We urge you to patronize these fine businesses that support the Chamber of Commerce, the Bullhead City area and this publication, which all help our local economy to continue to grow into the future.

You’re invited to spend a day, a weekend or much longer exploring Arizona’s West Coast. The Bullhead City area is home to activities and attractions to suit every vacationer’s and resident’s style and budget. The only complaint you will have is how fast the time flies when you’re in Bullhead City because it’s simply a desert paradise.

Again, welcome to Bullhead City and we hope you enjoy your visit.

Chris BartonExecutive Director IOMBullhead Area Chamber of Commerce

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L ocated on the Colorado River, Bullhead City is a thriving community where striking

scenic beauty provides the backdrop for a host of attractions and outdoor recreation activities.

Gold miners first began settling the area in the mid-1800s. The community now known as Bullhead City first began as Hardyville, when William Harrison Hardy began operating a ferry, trading post and inn on the Colorado River in 1864. A historical marker is located on the actual site, near the corner of Highway 95 and Plata Drive. The nearby Hardyville Pioneer Cemetery contains nearly two-dozen graves from the time period.

The modern beginnings of the city are tied to the construction of Davis Dam, which began in 1942, but halted because World War II consumed

necessary materials. One year after the war ended, construction resumed and the dam was completed in 1950. Davis Dam is named after the late Arthur Powell Davis, director of the U.S. Bureau of Reclamation from 1914 until 1923. It provides hydroelectric power to cities throughout the Southwest, controling the Colorado River flows to prevent flooding and manages the water resources in the region.

Davis Dam construction workers and their families lived in a community at the foot of the dam, called Davis Camp. Eventually, the town that sprang up to support the growing population was named Bullhead City after a rock island in the Colorado River that resembled the shoulders and head of a bull with large, curved horns. Over time, the rock was submerged under the rising waters of

The Best of the Colorado RiverBULLHEADLake Mohave as they backed up behind Davis Dam in the early 1950s. In the 1960s, developers began advertising local subdivisions in the Southern California area and the retirement population began to grow. Bullhead City was incorporated in 1984. The population has grown from just over 10,000 residents in 1980 to nearly 40,000 reported in 2010, with an estimated population of 75,000 in a 20-mile radius in 2008.

The Arizona Veterans Memorial stands nine feet high, 40 feet wide and displays the flags of Arizona, the U.S. and each branch of the armed services. The memorial exhibits 11 bronze plaques holding the names of more than 3,000 service men and women from the state of Arizona who were killed in all wars and armed conflicts in the last 100 years. On each side of the curved memorial wall are giant bronze eagles surrounded by 50 stars, each representing one of the 50 states. The riverfront memorial park is open year-round and admission is free.

The Colorado River Valley is known across the Southwest as a year-round vacation paradise, offering a choice between the cold, fast-flowing Colorado River and the warm, smooth waters of Lake Mohave. Both are perfect for water sports such as boating, water skiing, personal watercraft and sport fishing throughout the year. Fishing has always been one of the region’s claims to fame. Local fishing guides report catching striper in the 20 to 30 pound range almost daily, and believe there are still even larger fish to be found in the Bullhead City area.

Regular special events like rodeos, the annual River Regatta, an annual motorcycle rally, burro (not really) bar-b-que, chili cook-offs and festivals provide family friendly activities with a perfect climate for outdoor recreation all year long. A variety of lodging, dining and shopping experiences are offered by the area’s many businesses and gaming, along with top-ranked entertainment, are located just across the Colorado River in Laughlin, as well as on the Fort Mojave Indian Tribe’s reservation to the south.

For a vacation long or short, Bullhead City is a hub for enjoying many interesting activities in the surrounding region. The area’s wide selection of accommodations—from campgrounds and RV parks to motels and full-service resort hotels—makes the Colorado River Valley a great vacation value.

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T here is no shortage of things to do and see in the Bullhead City area. Attractions abound, along with a host of accommodations and dining options that

make the region a great vacation destination for all ages.

A wide selection of dining options include: drive-thru fast food, a variety of take-out eateries, coffee shops, steak houses, gourmet restaurants and several varieties of ethnic cuisine, including Thai, Mexican, South American, Asian, Italian and more. The area is known for its value in accommodations, offering everything from top-of-the-line riverview suites, condos and hotel rooms to motels, RV parks and campgrounds. More than 15,000 hotel, motel and RV spaces await visitors to the area.

Laughlin’s 11 major resort casinos offer all the amenities expected of large Nevada casinos. Other area attractions include several golf courses, miles of sandy beaches, a variety of watercraft rental options, guided fishing and kayak tours, paddlewheel riverboat cruises, multi-screen movie theaters, bowling alleys, miniature golf and bumper cars. In the nearby Black Mountains, the historic Route 66 mining town of Oatman offers stagecoach rides, horseback riding, daily gunfights, wild burros and tours of an authentic underground gold mine.

Bullhead City is also home to the Arizona Veterans Memorial and Eternal Flame, a riverfront park set aside to remember those Arizonans who lost their lives serving our country in the last 100 years. The Arizona Veterans Memorial stands nine feet high, 40 feet wide and displays the flags of Arizona, the U.S. and each branch of the armed services along with 11 bronze plaques carrying the names of more than 3,000 service men and women from the state of Arizona who were killed in wars and armed conflicts in the last 100 years. On each side of the curved memorial wall are giant bronze eagles surrounded by 50 stars, each representing one of the 50 United States. The riverfront memorial park is open year-round and admission is free.

The Colorado River Valley is known across the Southwest as a year-round vacation paradise, offering a choice between the cold, fast-flowing Colorado River and the warm, smooth waters of Lake Mohave. Both are perfect for water sports such as boating, water skiing, personal watercraft and fishing throughout the year. Fishing has always been one of the region’s claims to fame. The area held the world’s record for the largest freshwater striped bass ever caught for more than 20 years. That giant, landed in the early 1980s, was caught just south of Davis Dam and weighed in at more than 58 pounds.

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B ullhead City is well known for great diversity in housing types and styles. As a result,

a broad range of prices is available from riverfront homes on the Colorado River to the hills overlooking the city. In between, there are existing site-built homes, manufactured housing and condominium projects that round out the community with housing opportunities to fit almost any need.

A large selection of affordable rental housing is also available in the area. Residents can select from traditional single-family homes to mobile homes, condos, RV park spaces and apartment complexes offering amenities like pool/spa areas, workout

facilities, clubhouses, laundry facilities and covered or garage parking.

All utilities are available in the area, including electricity, natural gas, propane, refuse collection, water, sewer, telephone, cable and satellite television. High-speed Internet service is available, and some new subdivisions have been planned with high-speed Internet and fiber optics built in during construction.

For relocation information or a list of real estate and property management companies in the area, contact the Bullhead Area Chamber of Commerce at (800) 987-7457 or (928) 754-4121 or visit www.bullheadchamber.com.

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Serving the People

HOMES & RESIDENTIAL LIVING

GOVERNMENT

B ullhead City is an incorporated city located within Mohave County. The city provides a

multitude of services, from: public works, building and maintaining roads, roadway medians, sidewalks and other infrastructure, to planning and zoning, building permits and inspections, municipal courts and well-staffed police department. The city relies on a two percent sales tax for the majority of its income, and there is no city property tax. The parks & recreation department handle maintenance, operations and ongoing improvements to its parks and recreation areas, which include two large riverfront parks, several ball fields, the community swimming pool and other recreation-oriented opportunities. For more information on Bullhead City services, call the city hall switchboard at (928) 763-9400 or visit www.bullheadcity.com.

Fort Mohave and Mohave Valley, to the south of Bullhead City, are unincorporated areas within the county. The majority of governmental services for these areas, including planning and zoning, building permits, police protection and court system, are provided through the county seat in Kingman or at satellite offices throughout the county. The area’s fire departments are separate governmental agencies with their own taxing authority to fund fire and medical emergency services.

On the state level, the Arizona Department of Public Safety provides law enforcement services on state and federal highways. The Department of Economic Security and Adult and Child Protective Services in Bullhead City provide postings of employment opportunities, unemployment insurance claim service and legal

services for minors and adults.

Across the Colorado River from Bullhead City is Laughlin, an unincorporated township governed by the Clark County, Nevada Board of Commissioners through the locally elected Laughlin Town Advisory Board. Clark County provides police and fire emergency services, a justice court and special regional improvement districts for the construction and maintenance of water and sewer services.

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Finding Your Way

B ullhead City is located in northwestern Mohave County, Arizona, at the point where Arizona, Nevada and California all meet to form the “tri-state” area.

Located halfway between Phoenix and Los Angeles, the tri-state area includes Bullhead City, Fort Mohave and Mohave Valley, Arizona; Needles, California; and Laughlin, Nevada. The Colorado River and Lake Mohave make up the western boundary of Mohave County, offering hundreds of miles of shoreline and access to Mohave and Mead Lakes. Katherine Landing, the southernmost access to Lake Mohave, offers: several boat launching ramps, a large marina, campgrounds, motel, grocery store, boat rentals and a repair shop.

U.S. Interstate 40, Nevada Route 95 and Arizona Route 68

make travel to the area very accessible by car or RV. Other transportation options include air service via the Laughlin-Bullhead City International Airport Casino Charters, Amtrak’s daily stops at the station in Needles and various bus and shuttle services. Getting around town is easy with Bullhead City’s BATS bus system, taxi services and car rental companies.

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T he tri-state area boasts a variety of private, public and charter schools from preschool through community college level. Mohave Community

College is a two-year, fully accredited public college serving more than 10,000 students at its four campuses, including the Bullhead City campus at 3400 Highway 95.

The college offers associate of arts, science and business degrees that transfer to universities as the first two years of a bachelor’s degree. MCC also offers a wide variety of career/technical degree programs. Among those offered on the Bullhead City campus are: dental hygiene, dental assisting, automotive collision repair, automotive service technology, paralegal, pharmacy technology, nursing, medical assisting and paramedic/EMT. In the fall of 2012, radiologic technology will be added at the Bullhead City campus.

The local MCC campus is also home to a satellite campus of Northern Arizona University, offering advanced degrees in many areas of study.

The river cities’ first vocational nonprofit charter school, Academy of Building Industries, is located in Fort Mohave.

Vocational trade courses offered include carpentry, air conditioning and heating, computer-aided drafting, plumbing, welding and electrical. The school accepts both male and female students from 14 through 21 years of age.

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Casinos, Recreation & Economic Development Along the Colorado RiverFORT MOJAVE INDIAN TRIBE

T he Fort Mojave Indian Tribe continues to move forward, bringing new economic

opportunities to the tri-state area with the creation of new businesses, new jobs, residential communities, casino gaming and superior customer service. The Tribe relies on its rich culture and history to help structure the future of its people in an ever-changing world.

Mojave Indians are Pipa Aha Macav—“The People By The River.” Mojave culture traces the earthly origins of its people to Spirit Mountain, the highest peak in the Newberry Mountains, located northwest of the present reservation inside the Lake Mead National Recreation Area. The Tribe’s spirit mentor, Mutavilya, created the Colorado River, its plants and animals, and instructed the Pipa Aha Macav in the arts of civilization. They were prosperous farmers with well-established villages

and trade networks that stretched as far as the Pacific Ocean.

With the ever-growing insurgence of non-Indian people to the region traditionally occupied by Pipa Aha Macav, a U.S. military outpost established in 1859 on the east bank of the Colorado River to give safe passage to American immigrants traveling from east to west. Initially, this outpost was called Camp Colorado, but soon was renamed Fort

Mojave. After the military fort was closed in 1891, the buildings

were transformed into a boarding school, which operated until 1930. Ruins of Fort Mojave still exist today as a reminder of the once-troubled historic

relationship between Pipa Aha Macav and American

civilization. The ruins are located on a bluff overlooking the Colorado

River, just south of the boundary of present-day Bullhead City.

The Fort Mojave Indian Tribe is a federally recognized sovereign Indian

nation with 32,000 acres of land in Arizona, Nevada and California. The Tribe’s upbeat economy provides job opportunities for thousands of people through casino gaming, a championship golf course, agriculture, a tribal power company and generating station, residential subdivisions and a new indoor multi-use arena, Mojave Crossing Event Center located in Arizona.

Recreation opportunities abound, whether it is gambling at one of the two tribal casinos on the reservation, boating or fishing along the Colorado River, staying at the Avi Resort & Casino’s full-service hotel, hitting the links at the Mojave Resort PGA Championship Golf Course or enjoying the comforts of home away from home in the RV parks, adjacent to either casino. An annual Pow Wow brings Native Americans from tribes across the U.S. to a celebration that includes dance and music competitions as well as displays of many aspects of tribal culture. For information on the tribe, its activities and attractions, call (760) 629-4591.

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RECREATION& PARKS

Activities For AllT he beautiful Colorado River and Lake Mohave,

the Black and Newberry Mountains, the striking scenery and warm desert climate offer many

opportunities for recreation year-round. Bullhead City offers a long list of recreation programs and operates a community swimming pool. In addition, organized softball, baseball, soccer and football leagues provide a variety of team and individual sports. A trail system is in place with four segments, most in close proximity to the Colorado River, offering hikers a variety of locations for exercise and great views.

Bullhead Community ParkLocated along the Colorado River on the west side of Highway 95 toward Bullhead City’s northern end, Bullhead Community Park features a large grassy area with a children’s playground, horseshoe pits, ball fields, sand volleyball courts, beachfront ramadas with barbecues and a boat launch ramp. A beautiful new, large, covered ramada area is available for special events by reservation. Admission is free, but there is a fee for launch ramp use during the summer season. For information, call the Bullhead City Parks & Recreation Department at (928) 763-0158 or (928) 763-9400.

Ken Fovargue Park and Community Swimming PoolLocated on Trane Road, near the Bullhead City Administration Building, this park features lighted basketball courts and ball fields, a children’s playground and the Bullhead City Community Swimming Pool (open from April through mid-September). For information, call the Bullhead City Parks & Recreation Department at (928) 763-0158.

Rotary ParkLocated on a 300-acre parcel of land along the Colorado River in Bullhead City, Rotary Park features a sports complex with soccer fields, Pop Warner football and brand-new ball fields. The giant park also offers lighted basketball courts, a skate park, beaches, walking trails, ramadas

with barbecues, a boat launch ramp, a fishing jetty, a fish cleaning station and the recently opened Bullhead City Dog Park. Admission is free, but there is a fee for launch ramp use during the summer season. The park is located on Riverview Drive, about a mile west of Highway 95. For information, call the Bullhead City Parks & Recreation Department at (928) 763-0158.

Colorado River Heritage Greenway Trails SystemThis system of improved hiking trails offers several short hikes in various locations throughout Bullhead City and includes the only designated water trail system in the state of Arizona. Four segments of the trail have been completed to date, with trailheads located at Davis Camp,

Heritage Park (just south of the Laughlin Bridge), Ken Fovargue Park and Rotary Park. Kayak rentals and tours are available or visitors may bring their own watercraft and launch at Davis Camp, Bullhead Community Park or Rotary Park. Small, non-motorized crafts can be launched at several other locations in

the area, as well. For more information on the Heritage Greenway Trails, contact the Bullhead City Parks & Recreation Department at (928) 763-0158.

Big Bend of The Colorado River State Recreation AreaLocated on the shore of the Colorado River (Nevada side), south of Laughlin’s resort area between Needles Highway and the Colorado River, this Nevada State Park offers camping and day-use facilities, plus a launch ramp, swimming area and lots of sandy beaches with ramadas and barbecues. Hiking, fishing and bird watching are among the many activities offered in the park. For information, call (702) 298-1859.

Fisherman’s AccessLocated on Casino Drive in Laughlin, along the Colorado River and just south of the Laughlin Bridge, this area offers a green, grassy river walk area perfect for picnicking. There’s a boat launch ramp, ample parking and restrooms. Admission and launch ramp use are free.

Lake MohaveNearly 68 miles from end to end, Lake Mohave offers an abundance of coves and natural campsites with some of the best fishing in the Southwest. Located just north of Bullhead City and above Davis Dam, Lake Mohave is part of the Lake Mead National Recreation Area. Just two

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miles north of Davis Dam is Katherine Landing. The largest marina on the lake, Katherine Landing was first settled by gold miners and is named for Katherine Mine. It now just runs north of the improved marina area. Visitors will find several amenities including: launch ramps; a marina with hundreds of boat slips and a gas dock; a motel, RV park and campgrounds; a store, restaurant and boat rentals that include everything from personal watercraft to fishing boats and houseboats; and a boat repair shop and dry storage area. For information, call the Katherine Landing Ranger Station at (928) 754-3272 or (928) 754-3030.

Davis DamLocated in Pyramid Canyon, at the northern end of Bullhead City, Davis Dam created the 68-mile-long Lake Mohave. Named for former director of reclamation, Arthur Powell Davis. This $67 million earth and rock embankment spanning the Colorado River has a concrete spillway, intake structure and power plant. The dam is 200 feet high and was completed in 1953 to control floods and to generate hydroelectric energy. Best viewing of the dam is from Davis Camp in Bullhead City or from River Road in Laughlin. The dam itself is closed to vehicle traffic. For more information, call (928) 754-3682.

Grapevine CanyonNative American petroglyphs, created by indigenous people an estimated 800 to 1,000 years ago, adorn the walls of this canyon located near Christmas Tree Pass, northwest of Bullhead City. There is a two-mile gravel road leading to the trailhead off Highway 163 about 10 miles west of the Laughlin Bridge. The canyon was named for the grape plants found in the area. A short and somewhat strenuous walk from the parking lot is required to reach the petroglyphs. Ranger-guided hikes are offered regularly. For

information, call the Katherine Landing Ranger Station at (928) 754-3272 or (928) 754-3030.

Colorado River MuseumThe museum includes replicas of the area landmarks, Native American artifacts and displays of historical items from early settlers to the first slot machines. Located on Highway 95, just north of the Laughlin Bridge at Davis Camp, the museum is operated by the nonprofit Colorado River Historical Society. It is open September through May, Tuesday through Saturday. For more information, call (928) 754-3399.

Davis CampOriginally built in the 1940s as the housing area for the workers building Davis Dam, this huge Mohave County park stretches along the Colorado River from the foot of Davis Dam south to the Laughlin Bridge. It features beaches with ramadas and barbecues, a boat launch ramp,

swim beach and riverfront camping areas. The RV park offers partial and full hook-ups and a laundry facility. For information, call (928) 754-7250.

Arizona Veterans MemorialA beautiful riverfront park in Bullhead City is the setting for the Arizona Veterans Memorial, dedicated in the memory of more than 3,000 military men and women from the state of Arizona who were killed during wars and armed conflicts over the past 100 years. The largest portion of the memorial overlooks the Colorado River and contains a line of giant flagpoles paralleling a curved wall standing nine feet high and 40 feet wide. Displayed here are bronze plaques engraved with the names of each of the service men and women who died defending our nation. On each side of the memorial wall are giant bronze eagles surrounded by 50 stars representing the 50 states.

The Arizona Veterans Memorial Park also contains a pyramid-shaped stone memorial honoring the U.S.S. Arizona, which was destroyed in the attack on Pearl Harbor that marked America’s entry into World War II. The memorial park is open year-round and admission is free. To get there, take State Highway 95 to Riverview Drive. Travel west (towards the Colorado River and past Rotary Park) until the road ends at Riviera Boulevard, about two miles. Turn left onto Riviera Boulevard and continue about 300 yards, where the road terminates into a large parking lot. Follow the signs to enter the memorial park area.

OatmanLocated in the Black Mountains, southeast of Bullhead City on historic Route 66, Oatman is a Western history

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buff’s dream. Experience an old western gunfight, enjoy the friendly ‘wild’ burros and browse through the many curio shops, art galleries and stores. Taste the “fixins” at one of the eateries, or wet your whistle at a saloon as you go back in time to the late 1800s, when gold was discovered in the region. Many buildings still exist from that time period, including the Oatman Hotel, built in 1902, and The Glory Hole antique shop, constructed in 1914 as the Oatman Drug Company and Health Club.

Stagecoach rides and off-road tours also are available. The town hosts several events each year, including the Annual Bed Races and Gold Camp Days. To reach Oatman from Bullhead City, take Highway 95 south to Boundary Cone Road. Head east on Boundary Cone Road for about 12 miles and you’re there. For more information, call (928) 768-6222.

Havasu National Wildlife RefugeEstablished in 1941, the Havasu National Wildlife Refuge protects more than 37,000 acres and 30 river miles (300 miles of shoreline) along the Colorado River. The refuge starts about 15 miles south of Bullhead City at the Topock Marsh and runs south to the mouth of Lake Havasu.

Topock Marsh is a huge wetlands area that is home to many species of fish and waterfowl. There are several launch ramp and camping facilities available and fishing is abundant.

Also, inside the refuge is the scenic Topock Gorge, where the Colorado River winds for several miles through canyons of towering, ancient volcanic rocks. The refuge is managed by the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service and can be reached from Courtwright Road in Mohave Valley or via the Topock exit on I-40. For information, call the Havasu National Refuge Office at (760) 326-3853.

For online information and downloadable brochures, go to southwest.fws.gov/refuges/arizona/havasu.

Boat Launching FacilitiesBoat launch facilities are available at Davis Camp, Bullhead Community Park, Rotary Park in Bullhead City, Fisherman’s Access and Big Bend of the River State Recreation Area in Laughlin. Some launch fees may apply.

The closest launching area on Lake Mohave is at Katherine Landing. Lake Mead National Recreation Area park entrance fee applies and there is a choice of four launching facilities (two paved). For information, contact the Bullhead Area Chamber of Commerce at (928) 754-4121 or visit online at www.bullheadchamber.com.

GolfThe terrific climate allows for year-round golf in the Bullhead City area. Currently, there are several golf courses in the area, including 18-hole courses and nine-hole facilities. The variety of holes and pars offers exciting play for golfers of all skill levels.


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T he arts are alive and well in the Colorado River Valley through the work of a number

of organizations, individuals and businesses in the region.

Mohave Community CollegeMohave Community College strives to provide culturally enriching programs and opportunities on its Bullhead City campus. The “Voice of the River” community choir is based at the college and financially supported by the MCC Foundation. The campus hosts several art and crafts shows each year and live performances by students in the non-credit, personal enrichment classes for people of all ages. For information on upcoming events, contact the campus at (928) 758-3926.

Colorado River ConcertsColorado River Concert Association, a volunteer nonprofit organization, offers an exciting selection of concerts each season at very affordable prices, from folk to operatic singers, dancers and instrumentalists. For more information, call (928) 754-4121.

River Valley Artist GuildThis local organization holds exhibitions and shows throughout the region each year. River Valley Artist Guild is a nonprofit organization with a mission to encourage individual efforts and community interest in the creative arts. Every year, the guild sponsors local arts programs including high school and community college arts scholarships, a high school art show, the Annual Black Mountain Art Show and the Arts and Crafts Fair held during Hardyville Days at Bullhead Community Park each October.

Laughlin ResortsLocated across the river from Bullhead City and just 90 miles south

of Las Vegas, Laughlin is a unique resort destination with a relaxed and friendly atmosphere that welcomes nearly three million visitors annually. This vacationers’ paradise on the Colorado River has grown to include nine distinct resorts with affordable first-rate accommodations, 24-hour casino action, buffet to gourmet dining options, a classic car museum, spa facilities and a state-of-the-art bowling center. Other destination amenities include an outlet shopping mall, two movie theaters, water taxis, riverboat cruises and a multitude of recreational activities. The Laughlin resorts house more than 152,000 square feet of meeting space throughout town and host everything from family reunions to corporate retreats and regional meetings. Complimentary valet and garage parking, full catering services, hospitality suites and personalized care complete the group gathering

experience.

4th of July Laughlin also hosts town-wide special events such as a spectacular fireworks display, including food and music festivals. From headliners like Alabama, Reba McEntire, Willie Nelson, The Beach Boys, Crosby Stills & Nash, ZZ Top and Bill Cosby, to production shows like “Country Music USA”—and everything in between—Laughlin’s marquees boast music, comedy, theater, revues and more, all at affordable prices. Live band entertainment or DJs can be found at

the hotel lounges most evenings for dancing and listening enjoyment. The Colorado River’s aquatic terrain is a boater’s paradise with its unmatched beauty and sheer length, making the nation’s fifth longest river one of the most popular settings for water sport enthusiasts. The Lake Mohave/Lake Mead National Recreation Area is rich in wildlife and is a popular destination for fishing, boating, camping and water skiing. The Laughlin Heritage Greenway Park and Trails, Big Bend of the Colorado State Park and Grapevine Canyon provide hiking and picnicking for those who enjoy the great outdoors.

With all this and more, visitors who know the destination say, “Laughlin. It’s Like You Own The Place.” For more information, go to www.VisitLaughlin.com or call 1-800-4LAUGHLIN.

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HEALTHCAREMaintaining Wellness

S tate-of-the-art hospitals, outpatient facilities, urgent care options and ancillary providers are complemented by a wide range of specialists.

The newest technologies and modern facilities make the Colorado River valley a great place to live for people of all ages.

Western Arizona Regional Medical Center–Bullhead CityThe opening of a hospital in Bullhead City came from a vision set forth by a group of community leaders known as the Colorado River Valley Community Hospital Association back in the early 1980s. By January 23, 1984, their vision materialized into the 36-bed Bullhead Community Hospital that opened to meet the growing healthcare needs of the residents of the area. It did not take long for the hospital to double size in 1988, was again expanded a decade later to 98 beds when it took on a new name, Western Arizona Regional Medical Center. Today, 25 years later, the 139-bed hospital continues to grow, change, add technology and prepare for the future.

One of the greatest assets of any business is the people working there. The hospital’s team of employees, physicians and volunteers focus on caring for the people in our river communities every day. WARMC has more than 700 employees, a medical staff of 100 physicians and a volunteer force of over 110 individuals who dedicate thousands of hours to helping patients. WARMC is the largest employer in Bullhead City/Mohave Valley, with an economic impact of more than $60 million annually. Millions of dollars have been spent on technology and expansion projects that are critical to meeting the demands of a growing area.

Improving the quality of life in the region is a commitment WARMC embraces. Its employees, physicians and volunteers donate thousands of dollars and hours of volunteer time to improvement projects, charitable organizations and schools to help make a difference. Keeping up with technology and advancements in services is another key to WARMC’s growth. Over the years, the hospital has opened the area’s largest Emergency Department and Intensive Care Unit, the only free-standing Surgery Center, an Open MRI and other technology.

WARMC knows it is important to have qualified physicians serving our communities. Over the years, WARMC has recruited physicians to complement the growth of the area and shortage in many medical specialties. WARMC boasts a qualified medical staff and will continue bringing new physicians to the area.

2012 continues to be promising for WARMC, as plans call for a $3.2 million expansion of the cafeteria which will include a larger kitchen area as well as meeting space.

WARMC will continue to recruit physicians and look at service lines that will best benefit the growing community. For more information, call (928) 763-0222 or visit www.warmc.com.

Valley View Medical Center–Fort MohaveValley View Medical Center is the tri-state area’s fastest-expanding hospital. It is a full-service, state-of-the-art medical campus with around the clock emergency department, including an on-site air ambulance helicopter. The affiliated medical staff includes many specialists. Valley View has the only inpatient hospital pediatric unit in the Bullhead City-Laughlin-Needles area. Most major private and public insurance programs are accepted.

Valley View is licensed as a 90-bed hospital with all private rooms equipped with cable television, including a special patient information channel.

Expanded services include a wound care center with hyperbaric therapy, home health, PET/CT for cancer detection and board-certified gastroenterology care (with two new procedure suites).

Valley View has six surgical units and a 12-bed outpatient care unit. A 12-bed critical care unit provides a wide range of life-supporting therapies for critically ill patients. It is adjacent to the hospital’s high-tech cardiac cath lab.

Spacious labor and delivery suites are more hotel like than hospital rooms. Each room features a fold-out bed so that a family member can comfortably spend the night.

The inpatient and outpatient radiology and imaging center has 4D ultrasound, 16-slice CT-Scan, 1.5 Tesla MRI, digital mammography and nuclear medicine programs that are the envy of big-city hospitals. The 12-bed inpatient rehabilitation unit provides a full range of physical, occupational and speech therapy services, including an outdoor therapy courtyard. The outpatient rehab complex adjacent to the hospital even includes a fitness pool for aquatic therapy.

Valley View is an active participant in many tri-state area community activities. The hospital is just south of Bullhead City and a short distance from Laughlin and Needles. It is approximately two miles from the point where Arizona, California and Nevada all come together. The hospital is located at 5330 S. Highway 95 in Fort Mohave.

Additional information is available at (928) 788-CARE (2273), toll-free at (800) 371-2520 or online at www.valleyviewmedicalcenter.net. Employment opportunities are also posted online.

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ECONOMICDEVELOPMENTB ullhead City, AZ, is located in Northwest Arizona,

on the bank of the beautiful Colorado River, just across from ten casino resorts in Laughlin, NV. The

region is not only a great place for your visit, it’s a great place to raise your family, and it’s a great place in which to do business – whether your company is a start-up or an expansion of an existing business.

Who We AreThe population of Bullhead City is about 40,000, and within a 20-mile radius, the population is about 80,000. This full-time populations swells by an estimated 30% from November through May, when the Winter Visitors return for the season, occupying their second homes, rental homes and the local RV Resorts. Additionally, our neighbors in

Laughlin welcome about 3 million visitors every year, many of whom extend their stay when they discover all that Bullhead City has to offer. With an average age of 45, the community is comprised of the mostly stable Baby Boomer generation, enjoying all that life has to offer.

Retail Hub of Mohave Countyand Southern Clark County, NVBullhead City has long been recognized as the retail shopping hub of the region. “Big Box” stores like Home Depot, Sam’s Club, Target, Walmart Super Center, Kohl’s, Bed-Bath-And-Beyond and many more do a robust business. They join a wide variety of locally owned and operated businesses, ensuring the economic vitality of the region.

WorkforceThe local, full-time workforce is about 21,000, with an average education attainment level of high school graduates. Mohave Community College works very closely with the business community, and can very quickly design and implement any special trainings your particular business may need.

IncentivesCity of Bullhead City’s government is very stable, and extraordinarily aggressive when it comes to pursuit of new businesses. A wide variety of incentives are available, up to and including waivers of certain City Code requirements. The state of Arizona offers many additional incentives, including corporate and personal property tax breaks, job tax credits of up to $9,000 per new job created, and more.

The RegionBecause of the close proximity of Laughlin, NV and Needles, CA, this area is unique in the partnerships of government agencies, economic development professionals and Chambers. Mohave County, AZ joins Clark County NV and San Bernardino County CA; plus

the fort Mojave Indian Tribe and the cities of Bullhead City, Needles, CA; Kingman, AZ and Lake Havasu City, AZ, in a joint Economic Development Coalition. This

means, that despite crossing multiple jurisdictions, the region is constantly working together, partnering on projects and programs to help grow the entire region.

The Bullhead Regional Economic Development Authority is eager to discuss business opportunities with you. For more information, please log onto www.BullheadEDA.com. We can be reached by calling 928-704-6374 or via email [email protected]

“City of Bullhead City’s government is very stable, and extraordinarily aggressive when it comes to pursuit of new businesses

Business Expansion & Relocation Inquiries are Welcome!

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INDUSTRIAL

B oth Bullhead City and Mohave County offer special benefits in enterprise zones. The Bullhead Regional Economic Development Authority provides assistance in relocating, setting up new businesses and industry development.

Call the BREDA office at (928) 704-6374 or visit online at www.bullheadazeda.com.

The Bullhead Area Chamber of Commerce also offers information to those interested in relocating an existing business or starting up a new business. An abundance of resources and free counseling services are available through the Chamber Business Resource Center at (800) 987-7457 or (928) 754-4121, or visit www.bullheadchamber.com.

Keeping the FaithWORSHIP

B ullhead City recognizes and embraces the diversity of its community. Many houses of worship are established in the city, serving a

variety of faiths and denominations. Residents and visitors are welcome to experience worship, educational and outreach programs throughout the area.

There are also dozens of active groups in the Bullhead City area, including civic clubs and community organizations that are devoted to creating strong ties, providing leadership and helping those in need.

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Experience - Bullhead Area Chamber of Commerce · chambeR membeR DiRectoRy Arizona & MEMBERSHIP DIRECTORY 2014 Experience ... 2010, with an estimated population of 75,000 in a 20-mile