May 2009

Arizona Highways
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May 30-31

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Letter From the Publisher

The “Winds of War” has taken a great
deal of my attention. The current political
turmoil affects me personally as I’m aware
of the power of the media and the abuse
thereof. (http://beyondpuke.com)
That said, the promise I made to myself
and inferred by my editorial philosophy has
been one of leaving that part of “TONY” separate from Az
Tourist News. Travelers reading this publication are not
looking for anything except an escape from the very notion
of the topic to which I’m referring. So I apologize, sort of …
You see, the experience Americans are having with the
government, politics, and corporate /media machine, I’m
also experiencing with Az Tourist News. The Office of
Tourism and its corporate partners have literally success-
fully marginalized the significance of our contribution by
ignoring us in total.
This fact was illustrated at a recent city council hearing
in Tucson where over 1,000 people attended and well over
100 speakers (at 3 minutes each it was all night). Represen-
tatives of SALARA (Southern Arizona Lodging and Resort
Association) testifying on behalf of their group and also
the Metropolitan Tucson CVB (who do not allow us to
distribute Az Tourist News, imagine that -never mind sup-
porting us with advertising revenue to increase circulation)
stated that there is NO other entity marketing Arizona,
outside of the bureaucracies.
Talk about a slap in the face of the 150,000 readers who
have been inspired to travel to the suggested locations and
events in our publication, readers who may never have
visited those destinations without Az Tourist News bring-
ing them to their notice, whether they decided “on the fly”
to stop by or planned ahead for a future getaway with the
paper at hand.
Close to 2/3 of ALL revenue generated by Tourism in
Arizona comes from Arizona travelers (our readers) and
travelers from California in Arizona or who are on their way to NM,
Texas, etc. (also our readers, who often upon reading AzTN will detour
off the highway as we inspire them.)
Now those who are in performance based businesses understand the
need to take care of your existing customers FIRST (those 2/3 that will
travel over and over again in Arizona IF you give them a reason) as op-
Main Office -Tucson
posed to the “high value” travelers who often travel here only once, but Publisher/Editor. . . . . . . Anthony Venuti
marketing to whom has more “sex appeal.” Editor. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Charlis McVey
So if you would really like to learn more of what “Tony” has to say, as
only I have the perspective to understand what is really going on and will Art Director. . . . . . . . . . . Manny Stacey
speak out at the risk of ridicule and boycott, see http://beyondpuke.com Associate Editor. . . . . . . . Pam Marlowe
(like we are not being blacklisted already by the very people who are be- Regional Account
ing paid to carry out their civic duty). Manager. . . . . . . . . . . . Byron Marlowe
If you think “beyondpuke” is an ugly word, I agree. But really the
actions we are seeing in the government/political-corporate/media ma- Senior Account
chine are nothing if not nauseous. Beyondpuke really is too gentle … So Executive. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Dan Frey
if you are offended, I have made my point.
Submissions of Articles &
This month’s front cover (and back) features Arizona, and what brand
could be better than that of Arizona Highways.
Press Releases:
Being the “Arizona Highways” Travel Show alone makes this show Deadline May 15, 2009. To charlis@actarizona.com.
UNLIKE any other. Period! That simple ... Arizona Highways to all of Press releases, etc. are always welcomed.
the world IS Arizona. So, why not attend ... The Arizona Highways Travel Az Tourist News, P.O. Box 5083, Tucson, AZ, 85703.
Show will be an opportunity for many of you who have yet to travel Ari- Toll Free (800) 462-8705, (520) 622-7008,
zona to visit the destination of your choice BEFORE you have to DRIVE (520) 622-7275 Fax, email info@aztourist.com,
there. www.aztourist.com
I’m done … let me catch a breath ... To advertise call (800) 462-8705 or email
publisher@aztourist.com. AZ Tourist News invites you
to use, without permission, any editorial portion. Az
Ciao, Tourist News © 2008. 60,000 copies distributed region-
ally at 1,200 locations - Visitors centers, hotels, resorts,
RV Parks, Travel Centers and more!
Arizona Office of Tourism: Sherry Henry, Director, 602-364-3717
Phoenix CVB: Steve Moore, President & CEO, 602-452-6203
Scottsdale CVB: Rachel Sacco, President & CEO, 480-949-2160 We are proud
Metropolitan Tucson CVB: Jonathan Walker, President & CEO, 800-638-8350 to be members of:
Flagstaff CVB: Heather Ainardi, Acting Director, 928-779-7645

Contents • Ajo C of C
• Apache Junction C of C
• Arizona-Mexico Commission
• Holbrook C of C
• Jerome C of C
• Kingman C of C
Attractions......................................................................4 Parker.............................................................................15 • Arizona City C of C • Marana C of C
Central Arizona......................................................... 18-21 Pet Friendly Arizona.........................................................28
Colorado River Region................................................. 14-15 Phoenix Metro............................................................ 18-19 • Arizona Highway 69 C of C • McMullen Valley C of C
Events, Featured....................................................5, 16-17 Prescott Area...................................................................10 • Benson/San Pedro Valley • Pearce/Sunsites C of C
May Events.................................................................6-7 Rim Country............................................................... 20-21 C of C • Pinetop-Lakeside C of C
June Events................................................................7-8 RV Resorts & Campgrounds......................................... 29-31 • Buckeye Valley C of C • Prescott Valley C of C
July Events....................................................................8 Sedona............................................................................10 • Bullhead Area C of C • Quartzsite C of C
Grand Canyon............................................................. 12-13 Southern Arizona........................................................ 22-23 • Camp Verde C of C • Quartzsite Business C of C
Lodging........................................................................... 28 SW Regional....................................................................24 • Chandler C of C • Rim Country C of C
Mesa............................................................................... 19 Statewide Map........................................................... 16-17 • Chloride C of C • Scottsdale CVB
Mexico............................................................................ 25 Tucson.............................................................................23 • Clarkdale C of C • Seligman C of C
Native American Culture.................................................. 27 White Mountains.............................................................11 • Coolidge C of C • Show Low C of C
Northern AZ................................................................. 9-13 Williams..........................................................................12 • Copper Basin C of C • Snowflake/Taylor C of C
Outdoor Recreation......................................................... 26
• Cottonwood/Verde Valley • Springerville C of C
C of C • St. Johns C of C
e v e nt s u bm i s s i on g u i d e l i n e s ( Ema i l on ly ) : • Dolan Springs C of C • Southwest Valley C of C
Due to the demand for listing events, we have set the following guidelines. We hope that these will clarify our criteria.
1. Space Availability: We simply cannot list all the events we receive. We reserve the right to select appropriate event listings • Eloy C of C • Surprise Regional C of C
and when space is tight, we will give first priority to those who partner with us. • Gila Bend C of C • Tombstone C of C
2. Length: 25-30 words in length or 180 characters. This should include the necessary information such as event title, date,
venue, brief description of event, admission and public contact number for further information. The name of the city is not • Gilbert C of C • Tubac C of C
included in the word count. • Globe-Miami C of C • Wickenburg C of C
3. Type: Tourism / Visitor related... typically this leaves out charitable events and events that would draw from only the partici-
pants’ family, friends and like demographic reach, unless these have a particularly “western” or Arizona theme. • Golden Valley C of C • Willcox C of C
Events to be e-mailed to Charlis@actarizona.com • Graham County C of C • Williams-Grand Canyon
• Greater Florence C of C C of C
• Greenlee County C of C • Winslow C of C

Top of Mind • Green Valley C of C • Yarnell-Peeples Valley C of C

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Arizona Highways Travel Show

May 30-31
What does your family have
planned to do this summer?
For 84 years Arizona Highways Mag-
azine has been showcasing the beauty
of Arizona and encouraging people to
visit every corner of our great state. In
fact, the magazine boasts subscribers in
all 50 states and 115 countries around
the world. Combining breath-taking
landscape photography and award-
winning writing, Arizona Highways is
the best resource for finding what to
do, what to see and what to explore all
across the state.
ing you to come visit them this summer.
Some of Arizona’s favorite and even
well-kept secret destinations, vaca-
tions spots and historical towns will
be represented including Page, Lake
Powell, Alpine, Prescott, Navajo Nation,
Wickenburg, Flagstaff, Grand Canyon,
Tucson, Carefree, Cave Creek, Parker,
R iding
Sedona and many more. You’ll discover
where to stay, fun and interesting dining
options as well as what to see in these
cities along with available tours and
other attractions. You will be able to
Get tips on finding secret hiking spots,
great fishing locales and animal viewing
along with finding the best bird-watch-
ing in the state. Both Arizona State Parks
and the Maricopa Parks Department will
be on hand sharing insider information
on different parks and amenities, often
available at little or no cost. Be sure to
attend the special presentation on the
“Secrets of Kartchner Caverns.”
If you are a fan of the multiple Emmy-
winning Arizona Highways Television
program, you won’t want to miss seeing
honored journalist and host of Arizona
Highways Television, Robin Sewell.
Fishing
ing the wealth of options for enjoying a
“staycation” right here in Arizona. The
best part is travel costs are very reason-
able as almost every corner of the state
is accessible and affordable regardless
of what gas prices do this summer. Plus
summer specials and savings abound
around the state.
From pine-scented mountains to sand
dune or river rafting adventures, from
horseback riding to hiking in the most
scenic terrain on the planet, from Mount
Graham to Fort Apache, Arizona boasts
more to do, more to see and more to
experience than any other state. In fact,
Arizona boasts 6 of the 7 climatologic
zones known to man. Whether you’re
into adventure experiences or just sitting
on a porch and taking in a magnificent
Arizona Sunset, there is an unending
supply of fun in the Grand Canyon State.
Make plans now to bring your family
to Phoenix Civic Plaza on May 30 and
31, 2009 to attend the inaugural Arizona
Highways Magazine Travel Show. Tick-
ets are only $5 each and children under
10 are free.
Visit either of these web sites for more
information, including updates on semi-
nars and entertainment schedules.

find a place for a day trip, weekend get-

Hiking
Now, Arizona Highways Magazine is
launching a new program designed to
provide all the tools and insights you
need to make a family vacation in the
Grand Canyon State memorable, fun
for everyone and affordable! It’s called
the Arizona Highway Travel Show and
it’s coming to the Phoenix Convention
Center on May 30 & 31, 2009.
Exhibitors from all round the
state, discounts and special offers
This show features exhibitors from all
parts of the state. You will see attrac-
tions like The Dolly Steamboat, and
Prescott World’s Oldest Rodeo, Grand
Canyon Railway, Meteor Crater and
Kokopelli Winery & Bistro. There
will be tours in the sky (Westwind Air
Service & Vaughan’s Southwest Custom
Tours), on the ground (Pink Jeep Tours
and Arizona Scenic Tours) as well as
in the river (Hatch River Expeditions,
Canyoneers, and Arizona River Run-
ners.) There will be resorts (Lake Powell
Resort, Poco Diablo Resort & Arroyo
Roble), bed & breakfasts (Distinctive B
& B) and of course dude ranches and
lodges (Hacienda Del Sol Guest Ranch,
Grapevine Canyon Ranch and Gould-
ing’s Lodge).
Many of the towns and cities across
Arizona will be at the show, encourag-
away or where to spend a week or two.
You will also find discounts and other
special offers not available elsewhere.
Seminars and speakers
give great tips!
In addition, while you enjoy the
newly remodeled and updated Phoenix
Convention Center, you’ll be informed
and entertained at over 20 seminars and
informational presentations scheduled
throughout both days of the show. There
will be a wide variety of speakers on
many diverse topics.
Exploring
Learn how to take better pictures
from Arizona Highways Magazine staff
and contributing photographers. Learn
about digital photography, composi-
tion, how to make lighting work to add
drama to your photographs and even
how to make the annual family holiday
photo come out better.
Robin will be on the main stage at 2:00
pm on both Saturday and Sunday. Robin
has a unique perspective on Arizona hav-
ing seen much of the state in her years
as a news anchor and host of Arizona
Highways Television.
The Arizona Highways Travel Show is
supported by KTVK-Channel 3, the Place
with More News; The Arizona Office of
Tourism; News-Talk 92.3 KTAR; Arizona
Navajo Nations Park & Recreation; Ari-
zona Tourism Alliance; Arizona Hotel
& Lodging Association; and AZ Tourist
Rela xing
News.
An Arizona “staycation” for
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In these challenging economic times,
the need to recharge and rejuvenate has
never been greater. Experts encourage
families to get away and take time to
reconnect and share moments that will
become treasured memories. Many fami-
lies have opted to cancel their annual
trips to California or other states and are
looking for other alternatives, discover-
Personalized guided tours
Parker, Az
the best spot on
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Arizona’s West Coast
Be sure to stop by our
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Organ Pipe Cactus
National Monument
10 Organ Pipe Drive
520-387-6849, www.nps.gov/orpi
Organ Pipe Cactus National Monument welcomes you into
a desert wilderness where you can drive a scenic road, camp
beneath dark skies, marvel at magnificent cactus, or soak in
the warmth and beauty of the American Southwest.
AJO
Museum of Northern Arizona Biosphere 2 Old Tucson Studios
3101 N. Fort Valley Road The University of Arizona 201 S Kinney Rd., Tucson
928-774-5213, www.musnaz.org Where science lives. 520-883-0100, www.oldtucson.com
Now celebrating its 80th year, MNA is one of the great 520-838-6200, www.B2science.com
regional museums of our world. It evokes the very Famous movie location open to the public. Hours: Daily
spirit of the Colorado Plateau and serves as a gateway 10am-6pm. Wild West entertainment, restaurants, shops.
20 minutes north of Tucson on Hwy. 77 at mile marker
to understanding this unique area. Open daily, 9 a.m.-5 (Subject to seasonal changes. Please call ahead for current
96.5. Guided tours, snacks, gift shop.
p.m. Adm: $7-4. 3 miles north of downtown Flagstaff. schedule and prices.)
FLAGSTAFF ORACLE TUCSON

Dolly Steamboat Besh-Ba-Gowah Sharlot Hall Museum Trail Dust Town

Archaeological Park 415 W. Gurley St. 6541 E. Tanque Verde Rd.
480-827-9144 150 N. Pine St.,
www.dollysteamboat.com 928-445-3122, www.sharlot.org 520-296-4551, www.traildusttown.com
928-425-0320
Cruises on Canyon Lake, open all year 7 days a week. Offers a glimpse into the long vanished Salado cul- Presenting the area’s history from before the founding Originally constructed as a movie set with old-fashioned
Enjoy narrated nature cruises, twilight dinner cruises of Prescott in 1864 to the present. Tour the Governor’s town square & gazebo. Enjoy a carousel, train, gold-panning,
ture. Walk within restored rooms in this 700-year old Mansion, which housed the first territorial governor.
and private charters. Wheelchair assessable. 16 miles pueblo and visit the museum. Open 9-5, adm: $3, 65 & stunt shows and Museum of the Horse Soldier. Pinnacle
Northeast of Apache Junction on SR 88. Festivals, living history events, outdoor theater Peak Steakhouse is Home of the Famous Cowboy Steak!
over - $2, under 12 free. performances, changing exhibits.
APACHE JUNCTION GLOBE PRESCOTT TUCSON

Bisbee Mining & National Geographic McCormick-Stillman Tucson Botanical Gardens

Historical Museum Visitor Center (IMAX) Railroad Park 2150 N. Alvernon Way
928-638-2468 | explorethecanyon.com 7301 E. Indian Bend Rd. 520-326-9686, www.tucsonbotanical.org
No. 5 Copper Queen Plaza
480-312-2312, therailroadpark.com
520-432-7071, www.bisbeemuseum.org
IMAX Theater, interpretive presentations & exhibits; Miniature trains, historic buildings and rolling stock Voted “America’s Best Secret Garden” by Readers Digest. 5
A Smithsonian Affiliate, The Bisbee Mining & Historical FREE maps, National Geographic Store, AZ Office of 1/2 acres of 16 beautiful and lush gardens. Open daily 8:30
Museum tells the dynamic story of copper mining in a from AZ’s past. Snack areas. Train rides $2 and car-
Tourism, Explorer’s Café, and more! ousel ride $1, children under 3 free w/paying adult. am-4:30 pm. Closed July 4th.
new, world-class exibit that transports you back in time. Open daily 10am, free admission.
BISBEE GRAND CANYON SCOTTSDALE TUCSON
Smithsonian Affiliate, the Bisbee
Mining & Historical Museum tells the
dynamic story of copper mining in a
new, world-class exhibit that transports
you back in time.

Queen Mine Route 66 Museum Arizona State University Tucson Museum of Art
120 W. Andy Devine,
Art Museum 140 N. Main,
866-432-2071 51 E. 10th St., 480-965-2787
www.queenminetour.com 928-753-9889, 866-427-7866 520-624-2333, TucsonMuseumofArt.org
Tells the story of the 35th parallel - wagons trains, http://asuartmuseum.asu.edu
Retired Phelps Dodge employees guide you into this Exhibitions focus on contemporary art in interactive for- Pre-Columbian, Western, Contem- porary. Changing
once prolific copper mine opened in 1877. 5 tours National Old Trails Highway and Route 66. Murals, exhibitions and Historic Block. Tues-Sat, 10-4; Sunday
exhibits, period vehicles and a street scene make it all mats, with emphasis on new ideas and media. Free Admis-
daily, 7 days a week, tickets $12 plus tax adults, $5 plus sion. Tuesday-Saturday, 11 am–5 pm; Sunday, 1–5 pm. Its Noon- 4, closed Mondays, major holidays. Adults $8,
come alive. Located in the Powerhouse Visitor Center. Seniors (60+) $6, Students (13+) $3.
tax ages 5-15. Off US 80 interchange. Daily 9-6 (Dec-Feb to 5pm) Ceramics Research Center is closed on Sundays. Gift Shop.
BISBEE KINGMAN TEMPE TUCSON

Out of Africa Arizona Wing of the Arizona Sonora Desert Museum Rex Allen Arizona Cowboy Museum
4020 N. Cherry Rd. Commemorative 2021 N. Kinney Rd. & Cowboy Hall of Fame
928-567-2840, outofafricapark.com Air Force Museum 520-883-2702, www.desertmuseum.org 150 N. Railroad Ave.
2017 N. Greenfield Rd 520-384-4583, 877-234-4111
Authentic African Safari Tours. Feed giraffe, zebra and 21 acres with some 300 animal species and 1,200 kinds www.rexallenmuseum.org
480-924-1940, arizonawingcaf.com
more aboard Safari vehicles. Take a Tram or walk for of plants. Includes hummingbirds, javelinas and coy- Features the life of Rex Allen, Rex Allen, Jr., Willcox Cow-
Dedicated to preserving aviation history and wartime otes, bird of prey shows (seasonal). Open daily. Call for
closeup encounters of lions, tigers, bears and other large memorabilia. See the famous B-17G Flying Fortress “Senti- boy Hall of Fame, photo history of the Cowbelles, western
predators. 3 miles west of I-17 on Hwy 260. seasonal hours & prices stars. Gift shop. 10-4. Adm: $2 single, $3 couple, $5 family.
mental Journey”. Gift shop. Located at Falcon Field Airport.
CAMP VERDE MESA TUCSON WILLCOX

Meteor Crater Ocotillo Gallery Kitt Peak Navajo Nation Museum

800-289-5898 21 Rt 66
Oatman, Arizona
National Observatory Hwy 264 & Loop Road
928-871-7941,
www.meteorcrater.com 520-318-8726, www.noao.edu
550 ft. deep, nearly 1 mile across! Many interactive www.navajonationmuseum.org
On Route 66 Oatman, AZ , an old mining town, has 23 optical and two radio telescopes with 3 tours daily,
displays and exhibits, big screen theater, gift shop, much to offer - gunfights everyday, burros walking Bridges the past, present, and future of the Navajo people
guided rim trail tours (weather permitting) 9:15 - 2:15. visitor center, gift shop, public observing programs through educational / art exhibitions, cultural programs
through the town, and 40 shops that cater to your day and night. Hours: 9am-3:45pm; call for prices.
Admission fee (seasonal hours). Between Flagstaff and every whim. and events. Galleries & Gift Shop hours: Mon. 8-5, Tues.-
Winslow on I-40, 6 miles south off exit 233. Hwy 86. 56 miles SW of Tucson. Fri. 8-8, Sat. 9-5. 1/2 mile W of the AZ/NM border.
FLAGSTAFF OATMAN TUCSON WINDOW ROCK
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Photo Credit: Donna Chesler

MAY 16-17 JEROME MAY 15-17 PAYSON

44th Annual Historic Home & Mazatzal Hotel & Casino Big
Building Tour Bass Challenge

Photo Credit: Mike James

MAY 15 FORT APACHE MAY 23-25 TAYLOR

15th Anniv Celebration for Tribal Taylor Trapper Days
Office of Tourism
Page 6 • Statewide AZ
Destination May Events
MAY 1-2 CHANDLER
Rock the Vine
Bistro at Kokopelli Winery, 35 W Boston St - Wine
tasting and rock & roll kokopelli style, special menu,
$10 tastings, and Grateful Dead cover band Crazy
Finger. 480-792-6927
MAY 1-3 SIERRA VISTA
Festival of the Southwest
Veteran’s Memorial Park - Carnival, games, entertain-
ment, food, craft vendors. Fr 4p-11p, Sa 11a-11p, Su
12-6p. Free adm. 520-533-2404
MAY 1-3 PAYSON
Payson Art League ‘Neath the Rim’ Open Studio Tour
25 juried artists exhibiting in 13 studio locations, fine
art and fine craft. Demonstrations, refreshments,
10a-5p daily, map at chamber and library, free adm.
928-474-6071
MAY 1-3 KEARNY
3rd Annual Way Out West Festival
Fr: dance. Sa: Cowboy poets from all over AZ,
western presentations, food & merchandise vendors,
music and Western games for kids. Su: Gospel singers
at various churches. 520-363-5505
MAY 2 TUCSON
Tucson Street Rod Association’s Hot Rod Show
Fourth Ave - See 250+ hot rods, stunning examples
of Detroit’s finest. Paint jobs that cost more than a
new Yugo, chrome that has never seen a bug! Free
adm, 8a-3p. 520-624-5004, www.fourthavenue.org
MAY 2-3 TUCSON
Tucson Folk Festival
El Presidio Park - Continuous music on 4 stages,
100+ acts-folk, blues, Celtic, bluegrass, world,
country, gospel, Cajun, etc; workshops, food & craft
booths, Sat noon-10p; Sun 11a-9p, free. 520-792-6481
MAY 2-3 SEDONA
Bell Rock Plaza Art & Craft Show
Bell Rock Plaza - Wonderful, exciting new art from
about 35 artists and craftsmen - paintings, photogra-
phy, jewelry, pottery and more, 10a-5p. 928-284-9627
MAY 2-3 SONOITA
94th Annual Sonoita Horse Races
Santa Cruz Fairgrounds - Simulcast wagering from
Kentucky Derby (on the 2nd) and Turf Paradise.
Traditional mint juleps! Concessions on ground. Post
time 1p, $4/adults, under 12 free. 520-455-5553
MAY 8-9 PAGE
7th Annual Cruisin’ Lake Powell Car Show
Lake Powell Resort - Classic Cars, Hot Rods, Muscle
Cars & more. Registration & Sunset Cruise on the
8th. BBQ lunch, D.J. plays oldies, judging, raffle &
awards ceremony on 9th. Nat’l Park Service admis-
sion fees apply. 928-645-1118
www.aztourist.com
MAY 8-9 ZUNI, NM
Mothers’ Day & Graduation Arts Market
Zuni Visitor & Arts Center, 1239 Hwy 53 - Good
variety of authentic Zuni arts, buy directly from the
artists, 10a-5p, free adm. 505-782-7238
MAY 9 GANADO
Native American Art Auction
Hubbell Trading Post - 400+ items incl weavings,
Pueblo Katsina dolls, pottery, paintings, baskets.
Preview 9-11a, auction noon - Daylight Saving Time.
Also outdoor market. Free adm. 928-755-3475
MAY 9 KINGMAN
10k/5k Race & 3 Mile Walk for Hospice
Powerhouse Visitor Center on Route 66 - Run
through historic downtown Kingman, $25 adult &
$15 child before May 1st, $30 thereafter for adults.
Benefits KRMC Hospice. 928-757-0664 or
www.azkrmc.com
MAY 9 ROCKY POINT, MEX
Chili Cook-off
Cholla Bay - More than one hundred chefs from all
over the world converge to participate in this unique
cookery competition, organized by JJ’s Cantina.
638-383-2785, www.jjscantina.com
MAY 9-10 ST. DAVID
Fiesta de la Primavera
Holy Trinity Monastery - 140 arts & crafts vendors,
variety of meals avail, entertainment, mass on Sa &
Su, raffles, gift shop, Monastery bakery, thrift store,
Sa 10-5, Su 10-4, $3 parking. 520-720-4642
MAY 9-10 KINGMAN
Annual Festival of the Arts
Metcalf Park, downtown - Artists, jewelers, craftsmen
of all kinds, food, entertainment, kids activities, Sa
10a-5p, Su 10a-4p. Free adm. 1-866-339-7294
MAY 9-10 PRESCOTT
23rd Spring Festival of Fine Art & Crafts
Courthouse Plaza - 170 artists, art demonstrations,
Old West reenactments by The Prescott Regulators
and Their Shady Ladies. Sa, 9-5 & Su 9-4, free adm.
928-445-2510
MAY 9-10 CHINO VALLEY
5th Annual Mother’s Day Art & Wine Fair
Granite Creek Vineyards & Winery - Treat your
Mom and family! View local artists displays, listen
to live music, enjoy delicious food & wine served
at the scenic, historic farm and vineyards, 11a-5p.
928-636-2003
MAY 10 PHOENIX
Mother’s Day Brunch
El Zaribah Shrine Auditorium, 552 N. 40th St (be-
hind Frito-Lay) - 11a-3p, reservations recommended,
$25 adult, $10 ages12-6, 5 & under free. Net proceeds
from event are for the benefit of El Zaribah Shriners.
Payments not deductible as charitable contributions.
602-231-0300, www.el-zaribah.org
Wyatt Earp Days
Indicates Native sponsored by the
American Related Events
Tombstone Lions Club
MAY 10 CHANDLER
Mother’s Day Brunch
Bistro at Kokopelli Winery, 35 W Boston St - Buffet
style brunch with live music. 480-792-6927
MAY 13 PRESCOTT
9th Annual Car Show of Mountain Top Street Rodders
Mile High Middle School, 1/2 block from Court-
house Plaza - For cars 1949 & older, 8a-3p, adm $2.
928-636-6167
MAY 14 WHITERIVER
Elderfest 2009
Chief Alchesay Activity Center - Tribe honors
local and statewide elders, fun walk 8a, traditional
& contemporary entertainment 9a-3p, lunch, arts &
crafts, Free to elders 55 & up, others $10/$5.
928-338-2554
MAY 15 FORT APACHE
15th Anniv Celebration for Tribal
Office of Tourism
Fort Apache - 5K run/fun walk, pancake b’fast, horse-
shoe tournament, free tours of fort, 7a-7p. Concert
6p, adm $5 per vehicle, “Apache Spirt” and “Clan
Destine II” perform. Open to public. 928-338-1230
MAY 15-16 PAYSON
Gary Hardt Memorial Spring Rodeo
Payson Multi Event Ctr, Hwy 87 - PRCA rodeo, gates
open 5p, show 7p, adm $12 /$10 Srs/$8 kids, 7 &
under free; “tough enough to wear pink” perfor-
mance for breast cancer on 15th; Parade Sa 9a, Main
St. 928-468-6684
MAY 15-17 CHANDLER
Beach Blast Festival
Bistro at Kokopelli Winery, 35 W Boston St - Kick
off summer w/ live steel drums by Alonzo from the
Caymans! Special menu includes fish tacos, fish
stew, jamaican jerk spicy dishes. $8 wine tasting to
celebrate 8th anniv. 480-792-6927
MAY 15-17 SEDONA
Sedona Factory Outlet Fine Art & Craft Show
Factory Outlets, Hwy 179, Village of Oakcreek - 35
to 40+ artists showing fine art paintings, sculpture,
jewelry, hats, leather, wood furniture, clothing, pot-
tery, much more, 9a-6p. 928-284-9627
MAY 15-17 PAYSON
Mazatzal Hotel & Casino Big Bass Challenge
Tournament (for info call Wild West Bass @ 602
329-3666 or visit www.Wildwestbass.com); Dodge
Truck Giveaway, start earning tickets April 1, draw-
ing is May 17. Live concert Sat night May 16, Bucky
Covington. 800-777-7529
MAY 16 GOODYEAR
Green Day Goodyear Expo
Goodyear Ballpark - Info booths, vendors with
“green” prooducts, electronics recycling area, lots
more plus games and crafts for kids, food, give-aways,
9a-3p, free adm. 623-327-3798
MAY 16 PAYSON
Aero Fair
Payson Municipal Airport - Static display of vintage
aircraft, vintage & classic cars. Airplane rides, crafts,
food vendors, pancake breakfast (till 10:30a), free
adm, 7:30a-2p. 928-468-0147
19th Annual Zuni Festival
Saturday, May 23 and Sunday, May 24
9 a.m.–5 p.m.•928/774-5213•musnaz.org
May 2009
MAY 16 SUPERIOR
Cruisin Main
Main St - Classic Car cruise night. $5 entry for cars
to be judged for prizes. Performance by “Jelvis” (Elvis
Impersonator) and local dance troops. Car Part &
Antique Swap Meet – call for vendor fees. Food
Booths. 2p-10p. 520-689-0200
MAY 16 FORT APACHE
Fort Apache Heritage Reunion
Fort Apache - Apache performances, incl Apache
Crown Dancers. Procession, speakers, arts & craft/
food vendors, guided tours of historic bldg’s, free
adm, 9a-4p. 928-338-4625
MAY 16-17 JEROME
44th Annual Historic Home & Building Tour
Arizona’s longest running home tour. Wear walking
shoes. Not handicap accessible. 9a-3p, $12 adults,
$6 children 3-12, ages 2 & under free. For info call
Coleen: 928-649-3847
MAY 22-24 SEDONA
UFO Sky Watch Conference
Creative Life Center - Meet Ed Grimsley as heard on
“Coast to Coast” AM and other speakers, see UFOs,
also a special vortex-meditation. 480-862-4840
MAY 23 WILLIAMS
Rendezvous Days Memorial Day Weekend 2009
Fun for the whole family, parade downtown, 4-H
BBQ at the Williams Rec Center, WPRA Women’s
Barrel racing competition at the Bob Deanrodeo
grounds. 800-863-0546
MAY 23 SPRINGERVILLE / EAGAR
Round Valley Roundup
Pancake breakfast, junior rodeo, forest tours,
museum, historical park, and archaeological tours,
guided ATV tours, fishing derby, BBQ and dance.
866-733-2123
MAY 23-24 PINE
29th Annual Pine-Strawberry Arts & Crafts Festival
Community Center, Hwy 87 - 80+ booths of hand-
made arts & crafts, pancake b’fast 8-10, food vendors,
quilters raffle, town full of antique shops. Sat 8-5, Sun
8-4, free. 928-476-3897
MAY 23-24 FLAGSTAFF
19th Annual Zuni Festival of Arts & Culture
Museum of Northern Arizona - The A:shiwi
people will share Zuni language, lifeways, traditional
dances and flute playing. Be inspired by weavers, in-
lay jewelers, fetish carvers, potters & painters. 9a-5p,
$7-$4. 928-774-5213
MAY 23-24 PAYSON
Sawdust Festival
Celebrating Payson’s logging heritage, a variety of
events will test competitors to find the “Logger of the
Year”. 1-800-6PAYSON
MAY 23-24 SHOW LOW
13th Annual Gem, Mineral and Jewelry Show
Intermediate School Gym - Dealers in minerals,
gems, fossils, jewelry, beads, lapidary equipment;
exhibit of fluorescent minerals, free minerals for kids,
Sat 9-6, Sun 9-4, $2 donation. 928-537-1874
44th Annual
Jerome Historic
Building &
Home Tour
Arizona’s longest running home tour
Saturday, May 16 and
Sunday, May 17, 2009
9:00 am to 3:00 pm
Adults . . . $12
Children 3 - 12 . . . $6
Under 2 . . . Free
Sponsored by
Jerome Chamber of Commerce
(928) 634-2900 or (928) 649-3847
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Destination June Events

MAY 23-25 TOMBSTONE
Wyatt Earp Days
Allen St. - In honor of the West’s famous lawman.
Gunfighting Skit Competition w/ reenactors from 3
states, Chili Cook-off, Historic Costume Competi-
tion, street entertainment 10a-4p daily, and more!
520-457-3291
MAY 23-25 SEDONA
Bell Rock Plaza Art & Craft Show
Bell Rock Plaza - Wonderful, exciting new art
from about 35 artists and craftsmen - paintings,
photography, jewelry, pottery and more, 10a-5p.
928-284-9627
MAY 23-25 PRESCOTT
35th Annual Phippen Museum Western
Art Show & Sale
Courthouse Plaza - Int’l juried show, 150 of
America’s greatest Western artists; Quick-draw
Competition; Miniatures Show, Sa & Su 9a-5p, Mo
9a-3p. Free adm. 928-778-1385
MAY 23-25 TAYLOR
Taylor Trapper Days
Taylor Veteran’s Memorial - Pancake b’fast, trail ride,
memorial service, vintage tractor show, Pit Bull Ter-
rier Weight Pull, BBQ, barrel racing, grand ol’ opry.
No events 24th. 928-536-7366, trapperdays.com
MAY 23-25 FLAGSTAFF
Fine Arts & Craft Festival
Wheeler Park, Aspen & Hwy. 180 (Humphrey)
downtown - Memorial Day weekend! Unusual &
decorative handcrafted art & craft. Sat & Sun 9a-5p,
Mon 9a-4p, free admission & parking. 602-789-7222
MAY 29-31 EAGAR
Happy Tails & Trails Festival
BBQ, auction, chili cookoff, motorcycle run, Apache
dancers/ storytellers, performers Dolan Ellis &
Marshall Trimble, much more. Benefits Silver Creek
Regional Humane Society. 928-205-8027
MAY 30 CHINO VALLEY
Chino Valley Springfest
Community Center Park - Live entertainment, car
show, arts & crafts, 5k fun run, public swim, food
and family fun, 11a-9p. 928-636-9780
MAY 30-31 PRESCOTT
5th Annual Southwest Indian Art Festival
Smoki Museum - Celebrates Native culture.
Dancers, flute players, artists display & sell works,
food booths, Children’s Craft Center. Sa 9-5, Su 9-4,
Adults $5, seniors $4, ages 12 & under free.
JUN 6 PARKER
32nd Annual Great Western Tube Float
Patria Flats Park to BlueWater Resort & Casino -
Luau/Hawaiian Theme. Float about 8 miles down the
Colorado River. Prizes for many different categories
of “floaters”. Big beach party. Call for times/costs.
928-669-2174
JUN 6 FLAGSTAFF
26th Annual Sacred Mountain 10K/5K Prayer Run &
2K Fun Run/Walk
Thorpe Park - Races begin 7:30a. Incl’s T-shirt. Call
for entry fees. Benefits Native Americans for Com-
munity Action. 928-526-2968, ext 24,
www.nacainc.org
JUN 6 GLENDALE
9th Annual Family Farm Day
Tolmachoff Farms, 5726 N. 75th Ave - Farm adven-
ture w/ U-pick garden, train rides, picture on a pony,
duck race, corn cannon, petting zoo, crafts, food,
more; NEW this year: pedal kart race track. 8a-2p, $4
adm for 2yr. & up. 623-386-1301
JUN 6 PRESCOTT
20th Annual Custom Comp and Cruise
The Courthouse Square - 200 cars, 50/50, dash
plaques, 11 trophy classes, raffles, prizes. Come see
hot rods, lots of chrome, and wild paint jobs. $25 to be
part of the show. 928-445-9253
JUN 6 ROCKY POINT, MEX
Roger Clyne & the Peacemakers “Circus Mexicus”
Come and enjoy this amazing and talented rock ‘n roll
group from Arizona - it’s the biggest RCPM concert
event of the year! www.peacetimegoods.com
JUN 6-7 PRESCOTT
Folk Arts Fair
Sharlot Hall Museum - Fun & educational! Demon-
strations & hands-on opportunities to make and try
frontier crafts. Entertainment by fiddle bands, folk-
singers, cloggers & more.,10a-5p, adm $5, children
free. 928-445-3122
JUN 6-7 PINETOP
12th Annual Hon-Dah Pow Wow in the Pines
Hon-Dah Resort Casino & Conference Center -
Tribal dancers compete in fancy dance, grass dance,
drums; prize money over $30,000. Native American
arts, crafts, food & vendors. Open to the public. Free
adm. Camping available. 800-929-8744
JUN 6-7 VILLAGE OF OAK CREEK-SEDONA
Native American Invitational Art Show
and Entertainment
JUN 13 FLAGSTAFF
26th Annual Route 66 Regional Chili Cookoff Greer Days 2009
Thorpe Park - World championship qualifying event.
Chili cooks from all over the Southwest. Chili tasting,
JUN 5-7 GREER
crafters, classic cars. $3 tasting kit, 10a-4p.
928-526-4314 Enjoy “A
Little Slice Of
JUN 13-14 PINE Heaven” at
19th Annual Strawberry Festival Greer Days
Pine-Strawberry Community Center - Food vendors,
craft booths & entertainment. In conjunction w/
2009 in Arizona’s scenic and “cool” White
Strawberry Patcher’s Quilt Show. Sat 9-5, Sun 10-3, Mountains. Festivities kick-off at 4pm on
free adm. 928-476-3655 Friday, June 5, at Rendezvous Diner with a
Wild West Shootout by the Greer Despera-
JUN 13-14 PRESCOTT dos, then dine and dance at Molly’s.
Territorial Days Saturday, there’s something for every-
Courthouse Square - Arts & crafts show, over 150
artists from the Southwest, entertainment, Sat & Sun one: Main Street Parade, Hay and Trail
9-5. Free adm. 928-445-2000 Rides, Greer’s Fire Engine and Firewise
information, Face Painting and Balloon
JUN 13-14 WILLIAMS Art, “Flying Horseshoes” Tournament and
WPRA National Barrel Races Talent Show at Molly’s, Lucky Duck Race,
Bob Dean Rodeo Arena - Action packed competition Greer Grounds Hot Dog Eating Contest,
of the WPRA Division Tour. Performances start at
10a. 928-600-5049 and Vendors Galore - art, barbeque, pizza,
shaved ice, frozen raspberry pie, wood
JUN 13-14 TUCSON carvings, stained glass, crafts, ceramics,
DeGrazia Centennial Weekend candles, jewelry.
DeGrazia Gallery in the Sun, 6300 N Swan Rd - Sunday, start with the hearty 5K
Celebrate artist Ted DeGrazia’s 100th birthday. Sat:
music by Domingo DeGrazia’s Spanish-Guitar Band;
Walk/10K Run. Then enjoy a Breakfast
Ellington Big Band plays Ted DeGrazia compositions. Burrito at Rendezvous or a Pancake Break-
6-9p. Sun: free cake & ice cream, 10-4. Free adm. fast at Greer Mountain Resort.
800-545-2185
Greer Civic Association:
JUN 14 PAYSON 928-735-7414
38th Annual Arizona State Chili Cookoff 2.375 w X 6.125
ginny.smith@frontiernet.net
Mazatzal Hotel & Casino - Tasting kit only $5, in-
cludes Indian Frybread, then vote in People’s Choice,
outdoor arts & crafts booth. Free adm. Benefit for
Time Out Shelter. lmathiesen@777play.com
JUN 14-28 HOLBROOK
Puerco Pueblo’s Solar Calendar
Petrified Forest Nat’l Park - View the solar calendar
petroglyph carved by ancestral Pueblo people. Marks
the summer solstice. View w/ rangers 8:30-9:30a, ® ®
park adm $10 per car. Call to confirm. 928-524-6228 SINCE 1888
JUN 16-20 FARMINGTON, NM
13th Annual Sheep is Life Celebration
Navajo Preparatory Academy - A celebration of
sheep, wool & weaving. Workshops June 16-19 ($).
Fri & Sat: vendors, food, stories & demos. Sat only:
Sheep Show/ Wool Show, Navajo Rug Auction (7p).
9a-4p, free adm. www.navajolifeway.org SINCE 1888

928-445-1230
MAY 30-31 GRANTS -ZUNI -GALLUP, NM
Ancient Way Arts Festival Market
Regional Arts Trail Festival from Grants to Zuni
to Gallup. Arts festivals, markets, open studios &
more along Hwy’s 53 & 602. Zuni event features arts
market, traditional dances, demos, 10a-5p.
www.ancientwayartstrail.com
JUN 5-6 CAMP VERDE
6th Annual Crawdad Festival
Community Center - Music, motorcycle run, an-
tique cars, kids’ games/ rides, vendors, beer & food
booths. Fri 5-11p, enjoy shrimp ($). Sat 4-11p, enjoy
crawdads ($). Adm: $5/free for under 12.
928-202-2269
P RESCOTT ✪ A R I Z O N A
Tequa Plaza - Featuring Native American artists with
SW tribal affiliations. Sat 10-5, Sun 10-4. Sinagua JUN 18-21 PRESCOTT VALLEY
Plaza in Sedona will feature free Native American Prescott Valley Days Prescott explodes with
entertainment. PV Town Center - Carnival, parade, vendors, arts & old western hospitality
www.festivalofnativeamericanculture.org crafts, food, youth activities, entertainment & con-
certs. Call for times & prices: 928-772-8857 and charm during
JUN 7 PRESCOTT
Antiques on the Square FRONTIER DAYS WEEK!
Courthouse Plaza - Over 60 dealers. Sponsored by
Thumb Butte Questers. Sun. 9a-5p. 928-445-5168 DISCLAIMER: AZ Tourist News makes Enjoy the “Cowboy Capital
every effort to verify that the information of the American West”
JUN 12-13 SEDONA on events we print is accurate. However,
Celebration of Native American Music & Dance with our rich
Tlaquepaque Village - Free performances by details can change up to the last minute. We
Burning Sky and Aaron White and the Yellow Bird advise that you call and confirm that ALL history and culture
Indian Dancers 10-4, plus indoor concerts. information is correct. many have come to love!
www.festivalofnativeamericanculture.org

JUN 5-7 GREER

Greer Days 2009
JUN 12-14 PINE
13th Annual Strawberry Patchers Quilt Show Start Your Summer Off THRILLING
PERFORMANCES

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Old fashioned Main St. Parade, horse-drawn wagon Pine-Strawberry Community Center - Over 100 in the cool pines of Prescott Arizona celebrating
rides, horseshoe contest, talent show, hot dog eating quilts to be shown, vote for your favorite, raffle quilts, years of the
contest, Wild West Shootout, craft booths, raffles,
kids activities & entertainment. 928-735-7414
displays, visit our boutique, Fr & Sa 9-4, Su 9-3, adm $2.
928-476-3511
Prescott Bluegrass Festival June 29-July 5
JUN 5-7 SHOW LOW JUN 12-14 CHANDLER June 27 & 28, 2009 GET YOUR TICKETS NOW!
Show Low Days Still Cruizin’ Car Show BBQ & Blues Picnic
& Mountain Festival Bistro at Kokopelli Winery, 35 W Boston St - True Sat. 11 am - 6pm
and Saturday night street dance. Call 866.407.6336 or visit
Show Low City Park - Car show, arts & crafts, raffles, American picnic w/ BBQ, ribs, burgers, apple pie &
vendors, food booths, family activities, free adm. more, plus wine & live blues. BBQ recipe contest, call
Sun. 10:30 am - 3pm www.worldsoldestrodeo.com
in downtown Prescott’s beautiful
928-537-2326 or 888-746-9569 to enter. Wine tasting $10 w/ 6 flight tasting & glass. tree-lined courthouse plaza. It’s
480-792-6927

JUN 5-9 CLARKDALE, SEDONA, VILLAGE
OF OAK CREEK
Native American Film Festival
Various venues - Documentaries, fiction and
music videos by Native filmmakers. Special opening
night festivities, Dinner Theatre on the 6th, day of
Latin American films, more.
www.festivalofnativeamericanculture.org
FREE
fun, fantastic and best of all
JUN 12-14 STRAWBERRY
1st Annual Strawberry Valley Blues Festival For more information about Prescott, AZ
3.6 miles W of Hwy 87 & Fossil Creek Intersection Dry camping is available, too.
visit www.prescottcity.com
- Stage performances Sat 2-9p, Sun Noon-6p. Free For more information visit
music workshops, clinics Fri 3-5p, Sat 11a-1p. Camp- www.prescottbluegrassfestival.com
ing avail June 12 & 13 for modest rate. 928-476-5337
or call (928) 445-2000, ext.120 Indicates Native
prescottbluegrass@yahoo.com American Related Events
Enjoy a weekend of family fun and entertainment!
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Destination July Events

JUN 19-20 WILLIAMS
Rumble on 66 Bike Rally
Wild West Junction - Live entertainment, bike show,
parade, games and vendors are all part of this bike
weekend in the cool pines of Northern Arizona.
www.williamschamber.com
JUN 19-20 PRESCOTT
3rd Annual Chuck Sheppard Memorial Roping
Prescott Rodeo Grounds - Fr: Reception 5:30p, $25.
Sa: begins 9a, team roping, calf roping, adm $10, $15
per family. 928-445-7245
JUN 19-21 WILLIAMS
2009 Multi-Cultural Arts, Crafts & Antiques Expo
Downtown - This juried show will highlight the cul-
tural diversity of area artists and crafters. Interactive
art booths, crafts, antiques and live entertainment.
928-814-9899
JUN 20 TUCSON
Annual Juneteenth Festival
Kennedy Park - America’s second day of indepen-
dence; performances, sports, awareness, music; mul-
ticultural attendance encouraged, free adm, 2-11p.
520-225-2670
JUN 20 FLAGSTAFF
Made in the Shade Beer Tasting Festival
Coconino Co. Fairgrounds, I-17 at Flagstaff Airport
Exit - Taste 100+ micro-brewed beers. Food (extra $)
& live entertainment, 1-5pm. Tickets $40/adv, $50/
gate; VIP ticket $80/$90. 928-779-1775
or www.azbeer.com
JUN 20-21 SEDONA
Bell Rock Plaza Art & Craft Show
Bell Rock Plaza - Wonderful, exciting new art from
about 35 artists and craftsmen - paintings, photogra-
phy, jewelry, pottery and more, 10a-5p. 928-284-9627
JUN 24 TUCSON
12th Annual Dia de San Juan Fiesta
W Congress St at Santa Cruz River - Celebrate the
beginning of the “season of monsoon rains” with a
procession, ceremony and cultural entertainment,
Wednesday, 5p-10p, free. 520-791-0925
JUL 3-5 PINETOP
34th Annual Fine Arts & Crafts Show
Orchard behind Charlie Clark’s Restaurant - North-
eastern AZ Fine Arts Assoc. hosts vendors from all
over SW for show & sale of original works, Fri & Sat
9-5, Sun 9-4, free adm. 928-369-2939
JUL 4 WILLIAMS
Small Town 4th of July - Celebrating 100 Years!
Centennial Fourth of July photo re-enactment, all
invited to dress in period clothing from 1909 and
re-enact the photo on Route 66 at noon. One of the
biggest parades in N. Az at 6p, Rotary BBQ, ice cream
social, many more family activities. 800-863-0546
JUL 4 SPRINGERVILLE-EAGAR
97th Annual Rodeo and 4th of July Celebration
Parade 10a, Eagar to Springerville. Rodeo 1:30p
at Rodeo Grounds, adm $10, ages 5-12 $5. Also
pancake breakfast, BBQ, rodeo dance and fireworks.
1-866-733-2123
JUL 4 TAYLOR
Taylor 4th of July Celebration & Rodeo
Taylor Rodeo Complex - Flag raising ceremony,
firing of the anvil, BBQ, rodeo, dance, patriotic
program, fireworks, Taylor 10K & 2 mile run, softball
tournament & free swimming. 928-536-7366 or
928-536-4331
JUL 4 CHANDLER
4th of July Celebration
Tumbleweed Park - Live music, children’s carnival,
beer garden, food booths, fireworks (9:30p), free
adm, charge for parking, 4p-10:30p. 480-236-9123
JUL 4 WINSLOW
Independence Day Celebration
Join Winslow to celebrate the 4th of July. Largest
fireworks display in N. AZ begins shortly after dusk
at Emil Nasser Stadium. Free adm. 928-289-2434
JUL 4 BENSON
July 4th Celebration
Downtown - Parade at 9a. Then Lions Park - Water
fight 10:30a, entertainment all day, fireworks show
8:30p. 520-586-4293
JUL 11-12 SEDONA JUL 18-AUG 16 WILLCOX
Bell Rock Plaza Art & Craft Show Peach Mania Festival
Bell Rock Plaza - Wonderful, exciting new art from Apple Annie’s Orchard - Weekends: All-you-can eat
about 35 artists and craftsmen - paintings, photogra- pancake breakfast 7-10:30a. Lunch 11a-5p. Peach
phy, jewelry, pottery and more, 10a-5p. 928-284-9627 picking all day long. Country Craft Fair Aug 1 & 2
only, 7a-5:30p. Free adm. 520-384-2084
JUL 11-12 WILLCOX
Sweet Corn Extravaganza JUL 24-25 SUPERIOR
Apple Annie’s Produce & Pumpkins - Enjoy hot La Noche de Vaqueros
roasted sweet corn and a great day of family fun on Fr: 4p-midnight, Line dancing lessons, youth horse-
the farm! Many other vegetables will be available for shoe tournament, outdoor movie, vendors, enter-
you to pick. 8a-5:30p, free adm. 520-384-2084 tainment. Sa: 4p-1:30a, Tequila Tasting, food booths,
Concert “Mogollon” 8:30p ($), more. 520-689-0200
JUL 17-18 SNOWFLAKE
Snowflake Pioneer Days Celebration JUL 24-26 WILLIAMS
Parade, arts & crafts, entertainment, rodeo, BBQ, Cowpunchers Reunion Rodeo
dances, 10K run, softball & golf tournaments, historic Bob Dean Rodeo Arena - Real working cowboys get
home tours, fireworks. For times/locations: together and put on a big rodeo for themselves; great
928-536-4331 fun to watch. Daily 1p, dance Fr & Sa. 928-853-6495
JUL 17-19 CHANDLER JUL 24-26 SHOW LOW
Latin Rhythms Festival White Mountains Roundup - Cowboy Poetry,
Bistro at Kokopelli Winery, 35 W Boston St - Latin & Music & Art
Caribbean food, drinks & Latin music. Salsa Dance Show Low School District Auditorium & campus -
Competition! $10 includes a souvenir wine glass, $2 Az celebration of the National Day of the American
off coupon & 6 tasting tickets. Fri 5-10p, Sat 11a-10p, Cowboy. Juried art show, vendors, performances
Sun 11a-5p. 480-792 6927 from national storytellers and Cowboy poets.
1-866-532-4070
JUL 18-19 FLAGSTAFF
11th Annual AZ Highland Celtic Festival JUL 25 APACHE JUNCTION
Foxglen Park - Bagpipes, kilts, folk-dances, traditional 3rd Annual National Day of the Cowboy
foods, caber toss, kids’ activities, , 9a-6p Sa, 10a-4p Goldfield Ghost Town - Drover’s Procession Parade,
Su. $10 adults for 1 day, $15 for 2, $4 kids 3-12 for 1 a Mustache Contest, Fast Draw Show Downs,
day, $6 for 2, 928-556-3161 Cowgirl Fashion Show, two stages of western
entertainment and more! 9-5, free adm, $2 parking.
JUL 18-19 WILLCOX 480-982-3141
Sweet Corn Extravaganza
Apple Annie’s Produce & Pumpkins - Enjoy hot JUL 31-AUG 1 EAGAR
roasted sweet corn and a great day of family fun on Eagar Daze
the farm! Many other vegetables will be available for Junior rodeo, barrel race, team roping; mud mania,
you to pick. 8a-5:30p, free adm. 520-384-2084 logging events, ice cream social, vendors & more!
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camping and a variety of live bluegrass bands. Sa
11a-6p, street dance 7-10p, Su 10:30a-3p, free. www.
prescottbluegrassfestival.com; 928-445-2000, ext 120
JUN 29-JUL 5 PRESCOTT
Prescott Frontier Days®, Inc. World’s Oldest Rodeo®
Rodeo Grounds - Festivities include 8 thrilling rodeo
performances, Az’s largest rodeo parade, kiddie
parade, arts & crafts show, rodeo & street dances
& Fourth of July celebration. Info: 800-358-1888,
Tickets: 888-407-6336
JUL 2-5 FLAGSTAFF
54th Coconino County Horse Races
Fort Tuthill, exit 337 off I-17 - Exciting Thorough-
bred & Quarter Horse racing! Live pari-mutuel
wagering, open 11a, post time 1p. Adults $3, ages
6-12 $2, $5 parking. 928-679-8000
JUL 3-4 DOUGLAS
4th of July Festival
Veterans Memorial Park - Li ve music, food vendors,
Sat only - Parade 10a on G Ave, fireworks at park,
largest in area. Fr 3-10p, Sat 12-10p. 520-364-2478
JUL 3-5 OVERGAARD
Fourth of July in the Pines
Tall Timbers Navajo County Park off Hwy 260 - Arts
& crafts, food booths, live music, kids play area, games.
Sat only: parade 11a, fireworks show 6p Mogollon HS.
Fri 10-7, Sat 12-7, Sun 10-3. 928-535-5777
Annual Native American Art Festival Pre-Show
Hon-Dah Conference Center - Showcases the
Native American Art Festival’s premier artists. Art
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Jerome Historic Home Tour

Don’t Miss These Nine Jerome Originals
Plans are under way for the Coleen: 928-649-3847
ed t
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44th Annual Jerome Historic

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Home and Building Tour on May

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welcoming touches and garden delights.

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16-17. This longest running tour in The tour continues out Douglas Road
the state of Arizona promises an excit- to another section of this mountain artist
ing and interesting look at nine Jerome colony for a visit to The Honeymoon Cot-
Originals. tage, built in 1925 by mine owner Jimmie
The tour will begin with a visit to two Rawhide Douglas as a wedding gift to his
residential homes on the son and daughter-in law.
vertical back streets of Then, continue on to a
Jerome, lovingly restored Beale Street Contemporary
and lived in. The Reber home built with design
House, built in the 1910s by concepts drawn from
the mine geologist and now Jerome’s past. The final Northern Arizona Cities & Towns
named The Emma Rose, is stops include The Jerome Alpine Dinnehosto Kachina Village Overgaard
Ash Fork Eagar Kaibito Page
a vision in blue, filled with Volunteer Fire House with Bagdad Flagstaff Kayenta Parks
antiques and charm. The a look at equipment and Bellemont
Bumble Bee
Forest Lakes
Fort Apache
Keams Canyon
Kirkland
Paulden
Petrified Forest
Show Low
Shungopavi
Mary Williams house, built discussion with the Jerome Cameron Fort Defiance Lake Montezuma Pinedale Skull Valley
Camp Verde Fredonia Leupp Pinetop-Lakeside Snowflake
in 1906, has had the honor firefighters about the spe- Carrizo Ganado Lower Greasewood Pinon Springerville
of being photographed by Cedar Ridge Grand Canyon Lukachukai Polacca Supai
cial challenges of the job in Chambers Village Lupton Prescott Taylor
Arizona Highway’s Maga- this unique town. Chilchinbito Gray Mountain Many Farms Prescott Valley Teec Nos Pos
Chinle Greer Marble Canyon Red Rock Cove Tes Nez Iah
zine photographer Ansel Photo by Donna Chesler End the tour with Chino Valley Happy Jack Mayer Rock Point The Gap
Cibeque Heber McNary Rough Rock Tonalea
Adams in the 1950s. Today, refreshments at Jerome’s Clarkdale Hillside Mexican Water Round Rock Tsaile
the lovely interior rooms sit in harmony famous ‘Spook Hall’. This is a guided Clay Springs
Concho
Holbrook
Hotevilla
Moenkopi
Mormon Lake
St. Johns
Saint Michaels
Tuba City
Tusayan
with perfect outdoor spaces complimented tour with transportation provided from Congress Houck Mountainaire Sanders Vernon
Cottonwood Humboldt Munds Park Sawmill Williams
by million dollar views of the Verde Valley. home to home. There are plenty of steps Cow Springs Indian Wells Navajo Second Mesa Window Rock
On another side of town, the tour in- and winding paths so the tour will not be Crown King
Desert View
Iron Springs
Jacob Lake
Nazlini
North Rim
Sedona
Seligman
Winslow
Woodruff
cludes The Story Teller Inn, a perfect Arts handicapped accessible. Dewey Jerome Nutrioso Shonto Yarnell
Dilkon Joseph City
and Crafts house, The Old Jerome High
School Gymnasium, now the woodwork-
ing studio and showroom of furniture Heber/Overgaard JULY 3-5
Chamber of
maker Western Heritage, and two modern Commerce Fri. 10am - 7pm
day Victorian Dream Homes. The Robin- Presents: Sat. 12pm - 7pm
Sun. 10am - 3pm
son Victorian Home is a five story super
star with outdoor spaces that take your
breath away, and the Heavenly View Bed 22nd Annual

Fourth oF July
and Breakfast is a lovely home filled with

Reasons to Visit Flagstaff In The Pines

Museum of Northern Arizona - recog-
Specialty Handmade Arts & Crafts
nized worldwide for its collection of Native
Food • Live Music • Kids Play Area • Games
American art. Don’t miss the Zuni Festival
of Arts & Culture on May 23-24! Sat: Parade 11am
928-774-5213 Fireworks Show 6pm, Mogollon High School

Riordan Mansion State Historic Park -
One of the largest collections of Stickley
Craftsman furniture. Built of logs in 1904.
Guided tour offered every hour.
928-779-4395
At Tall Timbers Navajo County Park
Off Highway 260 in Heber/Overgaard
Bring a Lawn Chair • $5 Parking Donation
For more Information Call: (928) 535-5777

Closest to Antelope Launch Ramp &

Antelope Canyon — On Lake Powell
• Clean RestRooms
& showeRs
• heated salt wateR
IndooR Pool & sPa
(seasonal)
• laundRy FaCIlItIes
849 S. Coppermine Rd • dIal-uP modem
1 mile South of Downtown Page • dumP & lP Gas
Page, AZ

Page Lake Powell Campground

928-645-3374 www.pagecampground.com
10.00
$
www.outofafricapark.com
off Admission
Good for up to 4 people
Not to be combined with any other discount AZTN
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World’s Oldest Rodeo Don’t Miss the Overlook!

Celebrating 122nd Anniversary in Prescott Native American Art on Scenic Hwy 89A
Rodeo! The word itself is 866-407-6336 While you are in 928-526-2968, ext. 26

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cowgirl, and spectator. It has been throwing their hooves high in the air,
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said that rodeo is a bulls that are mad at the world, and leather one of the best - and most reasonable for Native Americans. Mrs. Dorothy
window into the past, straps holding cowboys together. - places to shop, head to the Oak Creek Gishie, Program Coordinator, said that
with its fascinating and The rodeo draws crowds Vista Overlook. It’s located 14 miles all of the wares sold at the Overlook have
rich history, and it’s the throughout the week with other south of Flagstaff on Hwy. 89A, the sce- to be handmade/handcrafted by Na-
only professional sport festivities that include Arizona’s nic route from Flagstaff to Sedona - and tive Americans. Best of all, the prices
that originated from an largest rodeo parade and Kiddie vice versa. are more reasonable than you will see
industry … the cattle parade, a fine Arts and Crafts This is one of the most beautiful elsewhere - because the middleman has
raising industry. show in downtown Prescott, a drives in America, so even if the Overlook been eliminated. You are either buying
This summer, the rodeo and street dance, and a were not there, this would still be a trip from the artist or someone very close to
World’s Oldest Rodeo® spectacular 4th of July celebra- to recommend. When you see the sign him or her.
will be celebrating its tion with fireworks. “Scenic Viewpoint,” just pull off there, be- Most of the Native Americans sell-
122nd birthday June While planning your trip to at- cause that’s the Overlook. There is plenty ing there are Navajos, but there is also a
29-July 5 in Prescott, tend the World’s Oldest Rodeo®, of free parking. scattering of other tribes showing their
Though the overlook is on For- art. Mrs. Gishie said NACA would like to
the original Territorial Photo by David Moerman suggested hotel accommodations
Capital of Arizona, include Marriott Residence Inn, est Service land, Native Americans for have all of the tribes of Northern Arizona
which explodes with old western hospital- Springhill Suites, Hotel St Michael, and the Community Action (NACA) has made represented.
ity and charm during Prescott Frontier Hassayampa Inn, to name a few. Down- an arrangement to lease a portion of the The Oak Creek Vista Overlook is
Days® week. With 8 thrilling performanc- town Prescott offers superb local restau- land, which it in turn allocates to Na- open year-round (hours for May are 8
es, the World’s Oldest Rodeo® has captivat- rants such as the Cattleman’s Steakhouse, tive American vendors. At the present am - 5:30 pm and for June, July & August
ed thousands of spectators and is Prescott’s Outback Steakhouse, St. Michaels Café time, there are spaces occupied by sellers they are 8 am - 6:30 pm). Be sure to stop
most anticipated event of the year. and many more! of handmade jewelry, pottery, baskets, by - with these reasonable prices you
Without giving away the show, we can The Prescott quad-city area is booming rugs, etc. won’t need to go farther to find great gifts
tell you it’s about top professional athletes with events and 4th of July celebrations Native Americans for Commu- and remembrances of your travels.

Festival of Native American Culture

competing for big dollars. It’s about broncs during the World’s Oldest Rodeo® that in-
clude the towns of Prescott Valley, Dewey,
and Chino Valley. To find out more about
special events in each town, please visit Coming to the Verde Valley, June 5-13
the Prescott C of C at www.prescott.org,
Prescott Valley C of C at www.pvchamber. The Verde Valley Chapter www.festivalofnativeamericanculture.org
of the Arizona Archaeologi-
Ev ing

org, and the Chino Valley C of C at www.

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chinovalley.org. cal Society announces the first Native American Music and Dance on
Ne Exc

Wine Tasting Tickets are available by phone, on the annual Festival of Native American June 13.
Friday, Saturday and website, or at the gate. Purchasing tickets Culture to be held from June 5-13, Native American Cultural Awareness
Sunday 1-5pm in advance is encouraged but not required, 2009. Details of the Festival events, to be Week, beginning June 8, will be filled with
Live Music every as there are sell-outs. held at venues throughout the Sedona/ special archaeology tours, cultural discus-
Saturday Verde Valley area, are available at www. sions, entertainment, art events and exhib-
festivalofnativeamericanculture.org. its. The Yavapai-Apache Nation will unveil
Award-Winning Wines DON’T MISS THIS The Festival is designed to encourage a special exhibition developed for the
Certified Organic and a greater understanding of our land’s Festival entitled “Honoring Woman’s Work:
JUN 5-6 PRESCOTT
Sulfite-Free Prescott’s Gone Quiltin’ Show indigenous peoples and to preserve their Traditional Camp Dresses of Yavapai &
Prescott High School Gym, 1050 N. Ruth cultural heritage in the Verde Valley. The Apache Women.” The Festival will also be
2515 N. Road 1 East St - Over 300 quilts, God Bless America event kicks off with a Native American host to the first Conference on Archaeoas-
Chino Valley, AZ 86323 Display and a Quilts of Valor presentation Film Festival from June 5-9 and a Native tronomy of the American Southwest.
(928) 636-2003 at 2p on Sat. Thumb Butte Quilters’ Guild.
9a-5p. 928-772-6720 American Invitational Art Show on June
www.granitecreekvineyards.com
6 & 7 and ends with a Celebration of

Top Summer
Events in Prescott Red Rock
Whiskey Row Marathon
May 3
e l ico p ter Tours
Phippen Museum 35th
Annual Western Art Show
& Sale
H
May 23-25
Prescott Valley Days
June 18-21
Prescott Frontier Days
& the 122nd World’s
Oldest Rodeo
Plan your Arizona Adventure in Historic Prescott! Download the Prescott’s Hidden June 29 - July 5
Treasures PDF Flyer from our website and get exciting gifts and offers from area Prescott Indian Art
restaurants, wineries, attractions, golf and spa. Market
July 11-12
Save 10%
888.466.8440 Located at Sedona Airport, AZ
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May 2009 www.aztourist.com Northern AZ • Page 11

Lodging & Attraction Gem Show in the Cool Pines
Guide Make Your Memorial Weekend Memorable
Lodging The White Mountain Gem
& Mineral Club will host its
Pete Scholten at petenljs@citlink.net
MORE EVENTS
MAY 14 WHITERIVER
Elderfest 2009
Chief Alchesay Activity Center - Tribe
honors elders, fun walk 8a, entertainment
9a-3p, lunch, arts & crafts, Free to elders

s
Pl e
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ur Ak
Alpine annual Gem, Mineral, Fossil & 55 & up, others $10/$5. 928-338-2554
Alpine Inn Yo M the club activities and the education of
P.O. Box 77 Jewelry Show and Sale on the Satur- Earth Science in the local schools of the MAY 15 FORT APACHE
928-339-1840 day and Sunday of Memorial Weekend, White Mountains. 15th Anniv Celebration for
www.alpineinnaz.com May 23rd and 24th. There will be many The club has monthly business and Tribal Office of Tourism
vendors from throughout the Southwest. educational meetings on the first Tuesday Fort Apache - 5K run/fun walk, pancake
Pinetop-Lakeside The club members invite you to come up b’fast, horseshoe tournament, free tours
Hon-Dah Resort-Casino of each month. Meetings are currently
to the cool pines of the White Mountains of fort, 7a-7p. Concert 6p, adm $5 per
777 Highway 260 held at the JB’s Restaurant in Show Low, vehicle, “Apache Spirt” and “Clan Destine
800-929-8744 Memorial Weekend and attend one of the Arizona. The meetings begin at 6:30. New II” perform. Open to public. 928-338-1230
best displays of minerals and gems. and prospective members are welcome
Springerville The show this year moves to a new site to attend. MAY 23 SPRINGERVILLE / EAGAR
Reed’s Lodge Round Valley Roundup
514 E. Main at the Show Low Intermediate school, The WMGMC has monthly field trips
located at 500 W. Old Linden Road. Times Pancake b’fast, junior rodeo, forest tours,
800-814-6451 to different areas throughout Arizona, museum, historical park, and archaeologi-
www.k5reeds.com are 9am to 6pm on Saturday and 9am New Mexico and occasionally other states cal tours, guided ATV tours, fishing derby,
to 4pm on Sunday. Admission is a $2.00 for the purpose of collecting specimens of BBQ and dance. 866-733-2123
Activities donation for adults, children under 16 are various minerals, petrified wood, fos-
Greer free and parking is free as well. sils and other geological specimens. One JUN 5-7 GREER
Wiltbank Trail Rides The WMGMC is a non-profit organiza- annual field trip is to the crystal claims Greer Days 2009
38735 State Route 373, 928-735-7454 Old fashioned Parade, horse-drawn
tion whose purpose is to pursue a common the club holds on the slopes of Escudilla wagon rides, horseshoe contest, talent
interest in the area of Earth Science and Mountain near Springerville, Arizona. show, Wild West Shootout, craft booths,
Pinetop-Lakeside
White Mountain Family Fun Park promote such interest in the community. The club also participates in coalition raffles, kids activities & entertainment.
4725 W. White Mountain Blvd., Proceeds from the show go to support field trips sponsored by several clubs 928-735-7414
928-368-4420 throughout Arizona. The coalition field
JUN 6-7 PINETOP
trip sponsored by WMGMC this year is to
Reed’s Lodge
Show Low 12th Hon-Dah Pow Wow in the Pines
Silver Creek Golf Club Wyoming for the collection of fish fossils, Hon-Dah Resort Casino & Conference
2051 Silver Lake Blvd. Clean • Friendly • Affordable Wyoming Blizzard Stone, Blue Forest Center - Tribal dancers & drummers com-
800-909-5981 Springerville, Az Petrified wood and other side trips. pete. Native American arts, crafts, food &
800-814-6451 • www.k5reeds.com vendors.. Free adm. 800-929-8744

white mountAin Gem & minerAl Club

Taylor Trapper Days
13th AnnuAl
Gem, minerAl, Fossil, Jewelry show Road TRip foR The
heRiTage TRaveleR
May 23, 2009
Memorial Day Weekend Taylor Rodeo Park
Sat. May 23, 9-6pm
Sun. May 24 9-4pm In beautiful
• Lapidary Equipment Taylor Arizona
• Gems • Jewelry Explore the White Mountains!
• Minerals • Beads Events Include:
• Fossils • Findings Veterans Memorial Program “The Trail of Many Tracks”
Trail Ride • Pit Bull Weight Pull
Sanders

ExhiBits
Lupton
Chambers

Take a step back in time with a self-

Winslow
Holbrook Zuni
Joesph City

Fluorescent minerals Vintage Tractor Display 77

guided auto tour of one of the last

Witch Wells
180
Petrified Forest
Snowflake

“Ordinary becoming
National Park 191

Mutt Show • Barrel Racing

Taylor

settled frontiers of the Ameri-

Shumway

Extraordinary” Show Low Intermediate School Gym

St. Johns

Taylor’s Grand Ole Opry Show Show Low 61

500 W. Old Linden Rd. Show Low Az can West. Get off the beaten
Lakeside 191

Arizona Mining
260

Pinetop 260

McNary
Hon Dah

path and enjoy a spectacular

Springerville

Mineral Museum
260

Admission:
73 Eagar

Town of Taylor Snowflake/Taylor Whiteriver Greer South Fork

Free Samples $2.00 donation for adults 928-536-7366 Chamber of Commerce variety of scenery, wildlife,
Fort Apache

for KIDS of all ages Under 16 free with paid adult

Free Parking
928-536-4331 and rare, wide open spaces.
Pete Scholten at petenljs@citlink.net www.snowflaketaylorchamber.org Discover the little known,
real history and people of
the unforgettable, rural West, as
it was ... and as it is! A two CD set
takes you on the trail. The Trail of
Many Tracks CDs are available at participating
Chambers of Commerce. You can also download the files
and burn your own CDs or transfer the files
to your iPod or other digital audio device or
contact Litte Colorado River Plateau RC&D
at 928-524-6063 ext 5.

www.tomtaz.com
Page 12 • Nothern AZ
Williams/Grand Canyon
Make Your Mark in Williams
Historic Photo Reenactment on 4th of July
Residents and tourists
ar r
will celebrate one hundred
nd u
le Yo
years of 4th of July parades this
Ca ark
M
July 4 in Williams, Arizona. A vin-
tage photo shot from the second floor
of the historic Grand Canyon Hotel,
serving guests since 1891, captured the
Main Street parade in 1909 and the com-
munity will reenact that same setting
this year complete with vintage clothing
and horse drawn wagons.
The reenactment will occur at high
noon as locals and visitors alike are
invited to dress in period clothing from
1909 to recreate this historical photo.
The reenactment photo will be published
in the Williams Grand Canyon News,
which celebrates 120 years of publishing
this year.
Yesterday’s Main Street became the
Mother Road of Route 66 fame and
continues to be the focal point of historic
downtown Williams. The “Old time 4th
of July” events spill out into the com-
munity and include a local Rotary BBQ,
a traditional ice cream social at the
Methodist Church, free Family Swim at
Letter from a happy visitor to Williams
My name is Josh Monroe and I live in San
Diego, CA. My family and I just returned
from a vacation in Williams, AZ and had to
write to you all to share and express our en-
joyment of your town... First, I want to send a
special thank you to your Mayor John Moores.
My son Nathan ... loved the Mayor because
he was dressed up as the Sheriff for the Wild
West show and was on the Grand Canyon
Train protecting us from the bad cowboys.
He played the part very well and ... would
stop and talk or interact with every kid on
Welcome to Williams
Family Fun Awaits You in the Cool Pines of Arizona
Elephant Rocks Golf Course
Enjoy the Gary Panks designed course in
the cool pines and newly remodeled Club-
house. Book your tee times on line at
www.elephant-rocks.com
Memorial Day Weekend
May 23rd - 4-H BBQ, Parade down Route
66 11am, WPRA Women’s Barrel Racing at
Rodeo Grounds.
Rumble on 66 Bike Rally
June 19th – 21st Bike Games, Show, Live
Entertainment and Northern Arizona ride.
Williams-Grand Canyon Chamber of Commerce
800-863-0546
www.williamschamber.com
www.aztourist.com
1-800-863-0546
info@williamschamber.com
www.williamschamber.com
the beautiful indoor Williams Aquatic
Center, and many more family activities.
The 4th of July celebration contin-
ues with one of the biggest parades in
Northern Arizona starting at 6 pm right
down historic Route 66! “Celebrating
Small Town Traditions” is the theme for
this year’s regionally favorite parade,
which will feature a special antique war
bird fly-over as a kick off for evening
Main Street activities.
Our unspoiled City of Williams is a
treasure that we are proud to share. Visit
Northern Arizona and discover why
Williams is the Best of Route 66. You
will fall in love with Main Street Ameri-
ca all over again.
For assistance planning your trip to
Williams or the Grand Canyon contact
the Williams and Forest Visitor Center
at 200 W. Railroad Ave, Williams Az.,
86046. Drop by, phone us, email, or log
onto our website.
the train. Everyone in the town of Williams,
AZ should be very proud of your town. It is a
very special place. You all were very polite and
friendly no matter were we went. In the streets
on Route 66, in the hotel, on the train and
even at the Circle K on route 66…you all are
a very special group of people ... and because
of that we will return to your town for more
future family fun.
Thank you for the life-long memories,
Josh Monroe
High Country War Birds Air Display
June 27th - Antique & war bird fly bys
featuring the P-51 Mustang, P-40, B-25
and the Ford Tri-motor along with craft
and food vendors at the Planes of Fame
Museum in Valle, Az.
Small Town Fourth of July
Saturday July 4th - Celebrating a
hundred years of 4th of July parades in
Williams. Historical re-enactment photo taken
at noon then join us at 6pm for the biggest
4th of July parade in Northern Arizona!
May 2009
Minutes from Paradise
Grand Canyon National Park Lodges
An amazing experience Reservations
awaits you at the Grand 888-29- PARKS (297-2757) or
ti ny
s
on
Op MA
Canyon. To take advantage www.grandcanyonlodges.com
of all there is to see and do, stay
with Grand Canyon National Park gracious staff very accommodating.
Lodges, operated by Xanterra Parks And if all of these adventures have
and Resorts, the only accommodations you working up an appetite, you’re in
in the park at the South Rim. With 907 luck, because this is the home of the
rooms in six distinctly different lodges, celebrated and historic El Tovar Din-
rooms are available with some advance ing Room and a legacy of fine food. The
planning, or if you plan your visit at the dining room is open for breakfast, lunch
last minute. and dinner. Reservations for dinner are
Relax aboard a guided motorcoach strongly recommended; call 928-638-
tour through the beautiful expanse, or 2631 up to 30 days in advance.
just watch the sunrise. Daily ranger pro- Order up a quick bite at Yavapai or
grams help you discover 1.7 billion years Maswik cafeteria or an entire feast at the
of history embedded in the canyon walls. Arizona Room. Or have your favorite
Experience a rare and beloved tradition beverage at the Maswik Sports Bar or
as you amble your way to the bottom of El Tovar Lounge. At the South Rim, the
the canyon on the back of a sure-footed choices are endless - and they’re all just
mule. outside your door.
On the canyon floor, you can retire Call today for the best lodging selec-
for the night at the legendary Phantom tions and availability. Grand Canyon
Ranch. Then head back to the rim and National Park Lodges - we’re not just
retreat to a rustic cabin at Bright Angel close, we’re there.
Lodge. Or choose the elegance of the Xanterra Parks & Resorts is an autho-
historic El Tovar, where you’ll find our rized concessionaire of the National Park
Service.
be here by sunset.
be in another world by sunrise.
“Lookout Studio” Xanterra South Rim, L.L.C. is an authorized concessioner of the National Park Service.
When you stay at one of our six lodges on the South Rim, you’re just minutes
away from everything that makes the canyon so extraordinary: mule rides,
motorcoach tours, casual and fine dining, shopping and all the breathtaking
views. The South Rim of Grand Canyon National Park is open year-round.
For same-day reservations, call 1-928-638-2631. For advance room reservations
or more information, visit our web site at grandcanyonlodges.com or
call 1-303-29-PARKS (297-2757) or toll-free at 1-888-29-PARKS (297-2757).
we’re not Just Close, we’re there.
Beautiful Places on earth.®
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May 2009
“The Region is Altogether Valueless”
Some History of the Grand Canyon
“The region... is of course
altogether valueless... Ours...
ew
will doubtless be the last party of
vi
er
whites to visit this profitless local-
Ov
ity.” Thus reported US
Army Lt. Joseph Ives after
his exploration 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 billion
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 tilting 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
Entrance Fees to the Grand Canyon National Park
Admission is for seven days and includes
both the North Rim and South Rim.
• Grand Canyon National Park Vehicle
Permit- $25. Admits one single, private,
non-commercial vehicle and all its pas-
sengers.
• Grand Canyon National Park Indi-
vidual Permit - $12.00/person. Admits one
individual when entering by foot, bicycle,
motorcycle, or non-commercial group.
• Grand Canyon National Park Annual
Pass - $50.00. Valid for twelve months from
date of purchase. It admits the purchaser
www.aztourist.com
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 trappers,
traders and fortune hunters
traveled 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 dispatched sur-
veyors to chart the unknown territory. Lt.
Ives, quoted above, obviously saw little to
be enthusiastic about.
He was in the minority... in 1869
Major John Wesley Powell, a fearless,
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.
and accompanying persons in a single, non-
commercial vehicle.
National Parks & Federal
Recreational Lands Passes:
• America the Beautiful Annual Pass -
$80. The pass can be obtained in person at
the park, by calling 1-888-ASK USGS, Ext.
1, or via the Internet at http://store.usgs.
gov/pass.
www.nps.gov/grca
News from the Grand Canyon
Did You Know?
• The National Park Ser-
vice will offer a pilot shuttle
fo l
In efu
bus program between Grand
US
Canyon National Park and the
neighboring town of Tusayan again
this year. The service will be available
from May 16 through September 13 and
will run at 15-minute intervals between 8
am and 9:30 pm.
• Free Shuttle Buses are now provid-
ing the transportation along the scenic
Hermit Road, which is closed to private
vehicles between the Village Loop
Transfer Station and Hermits Rest. This
route has some of the best Grand Can-
yon views anywhere in the park. If you
wish, you can get off at one stop, enjoy a
scenic walk along the rim, and get back
on the bus at the next stop. If you enjoy
bicycling, Hermit Road is probably the
best place in the park, as there is far less
traffic there due to the limitations on
private vehicles. The three miles of new
Greenway Trail are also a great addition
for cyclists as well as hikers.
Northern AZ • Page 13
www.nps.gov/grca
• The 19th annual Grand Canyon
Star Party will be held from June 13-20,
2009. Explore the wonders of the night
sky at Yavapai Point on the South Rim
and at Grand Canyon Lodge on the
North Rim. Free star programs will be
offered, and numerous telescopes will be
set up to view planets, star clusters, gal-
axies, and nebulae at night and to view
the sun by day. Grand Canyon is one
of the best night sky observing sites in
the United States. Weather permitting,
expect spectacular views of the universe!
• The Arizona Department of Trans-
portation will open Highway 67 to the
North Rim of Grand Canyon National
Park on Friday, May 15 by 7 am. Grand
Canyon Lodge North Rim, a Forever Re-
sorts property, and Grand Canyon Trail
Rides will also commence their sea-
son operations on May 15, continuing
through noon on October 16, 2009. In
addition, the Visitor Center, bookstore,
backcountry permit reservations, and
campground will open on May 15.
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Explore Arizona’s West Coast

5-Day Itinerary along the Colorado River
DAY ONE DAY FOUR

it rt
Lake Mead was essentially Head south on Hwy 95 towards Yuma.

of Pa
a
created by the massive Hoover On the way, stop in Parker to visit the

Be
Dam. In the morning tour the 726
foot high structure. The
guided tour takes you deep
within the concrete dam.
Then enjoy the afternoon on
the largest man made lake in
the country. Take your pick
from a variety of waters-
ports, from water skiing to
Colorado diving. Later this evening,
travel south on Hwy. 93, then
River Region west on Hwy. 68 to Bullhead
City, where you will spend
Cities & Towns the night.
Colorado River Indian Reservation Tribal
Museum or the riverfront
BlueWater Resort and Casi-
no. There is also a golf course
right along the river. Once in
Yuma you may wish to visit
the Imperial National Wild-
life Refuge, which abounds
with wildlife such as bobcats,
coyotes and more than 250
species of birds. Dine in his-
toric downtown, perhaps visit
one of the area’s two casinos.
Overnight in Yuma.

Blythe, CA Oatman DAY TWO DAY FIVE

Bouse Parker This morning enjoy breakfast in Bull- This morning, have breakfast at one of
Bullhead City Peach Springs head City and then head to the Colorado Yuma’s outdoor cafes. Afterwards, ven-
River Museum. This facility highlights ture over the California state line to take
Chloride Poston early life along the Colorado and features in the sight of the massive sand dunes.
Cibola Quartzsite displays on Mohave Indian life, mining Don’t miss a visit to Algodones, a quaint
Colorado City, CO Riviera and steamboats. In the afternoon take a Mexican village with cultural events,
taxi boat across the river to the gaming activities and shops filled with many trea-
Dateland Roll
town of Laughlin, Nevada. After trying sures. For those needing pharmaceuticals
Dolan Springs Salome your luck at one of the many casinos, grab or medical/dental services, prices are very
Ehrenberg San Luis a bite to eat and head south on Hwy 95. reasonable.
Fort Mohave Somerton Overnight in Lake Havasu City.
Gadsden Tacna DAY THREE
Hackberry Temple Bar Bullhead Area C of C
Waking up in Lake Havasu City you 928-754-4121
Kaibab Topock have a plethora of options available for
Kanab Truxton your day today! You may rent a boat and Lake Havasu City CVB
lounge or fish on the lake or take a guided 800-242-8278
Kingman Valentine boat tour past the famous London Bridge.
Lake Havasu City Wellton Take the Segway Tour to get an overview Parker Area Tourism
Laughlin, NV Wenden of the main tourist areas - and have a 928-669-6511
Littlefield Wickieup blast riding the Segway at the same time!
There are also four-wheel adventure tours Yuma Visitor Center
Martinez Lake Willow Beach into the rugged and historic areas outside 800-293-0071
Mesquite Winterhaven of the city. Tonight, overnight in Lake
Moccasin Yucca Havasu City once again.
Needles, CA Yuma CALENDAR
MAY 9 KINGMAN JUN 6 PARKER
10k/5k Race & 3 Mile Walk for Hospice 32nd Annual Great Western Tube Float
Powerhouse Visitor Center on Route 66 - Patria Flats Park to BlueWater Resort & Ca-

K INGMAN H EART OF Run through historic downtown Kingman,

$25 adult & $15 child before May 1st, $30
sino - Luau/Hawaiian Theme. Float about
8 miles down the Colorado River. Prizes for
thereafter for adults. Benefits KRMC Hos- many different categories of “floaters”. Big

M OTHER ’ S D AY W EEKEND pice. 928-757-0664 or www.azkrmc.com

MAY 9-10 KINGMAN

Annual Festival of the Arts
beach party. Call for times/costs.
928-669-2174

HUALAPAI DOWNS HORSE RACES
FESTIVAL OF THE ARTS
Metcalf Park, downtown - Artists, jewelers,
craftsmen of all kinds, food, entertain-
ment, kids activities, Sa 10a-5p, Su 10a-4p.
Free adm. 1-866-339-7294
MAY 23 LAKE HAVASU CITY
Havasu 95 Speedway - Night of Destruction
SARA Park - Lake Havasu’s 1st waterless
boat race, also demolition derby and other
destruction events & fireworks, 7p.
928-716-6634
JUN 27 CHLORIDE
Old Miner’s Day Parade & Festivities
Parade High Noon, bake sale, live music,
vendors, raffle, performances by gunfight-
er groups & more. Jim Fritz Museum will
be open. Free adm. 928-565-9777
JUL 11 PARKER
KLPZ 1380 AM FLOG™ Tournament
Emerald Canyon Golf Course - FLOG is golf
spelled backwards...have fun paying golf
with a baseball bat! This 9-hole best-ball
affair is a fundraiser that benefits a com-
munity organization. 928-669-9274
May 2009 www.aztourist.com
Take a Drive! Ya Just Gotta Be Here!
Parker, Arizona is located
Points of Interest on the Colorado River, just
ew
vi
Near Parker north of Interstate Highway
er
Ov
10 on Arizona Highway 95. This
unique and affordable area offers
Colorado River Indian Tribes (CRIT)
a relaxing extended stay lifestyle and
Museum and Library
vacation atmosphere.
The Colorado River Indian Tribes
Parker is the perfect year-round
reservation is unique in that it is oc-
vacation spot for all types of activities.
cupied by four distinct tribal groups:
Whether it’s watersports that include
Mohave, Chemehuevi, Navajo and
boating, skiing, wakeboarding and per-
Hopi, each with its own separate
sonal watercraft or camping, off-roading,
culture and traditions. The CRIT
golfing, fishing and Rving, we have over
Museum and Library are both open
30 RV parks, campgrounds, hotels and
to the public Monday through Friday.
motels to accommodate you along the
The museum contains the largest col-
Kamonawannatubefloat!
lection of Chemehuevi baskets in the
world, examples of pottery, beautiful
Navajo silversmith jewelry, intricate
Kachina dolls, and many artifacts Great Western Tube Float in Parker is Fun for All
from the reservation.
Well, we’re at it again! It’s
928-669-1337
it rt
the time of year when every-
of Pa
a
body grabs a tube and floats
Be
Poston Memorial Monument
down the famous “Parker Strip” for
This monument marks the site of
the oldest and best river float in his-
the Poston War Relocation Center
tory. This year’s event is a
where 17,867 persons of Japanese an-
luau theme and we’re sure
cestry were interned during World War
to have some event regulars
II. The monument is located 11 miles
go all out.
south of Parker on Mohave Road and
This is the 32nd year for
may be visited at any time during day-
the tube float and it takes
light hours. The history of the center is
place on Saturday, June
inscribed into the monument and at an
6th. The event is sponsored
information kiosk.
by the Parker Area Cham-
928-669-2174
ber of Commerce, BlueWa-
ter Resort & Casino, and
Swansea Ghost Town
Budlight.
Swansea has been proclaimed as one
The per-person entry fee is just $15 and
of Arizona’s best ghost towns by Ari-
event T-shirts go to the first 1,000 entered.
zona Highways Magazine. Take a day
The first 300 pre-registered before May 29
trip back in time and see the remains
will receive a goody bag filled with cool
of what was once a bustling mining
stuff from local businesses in addition to
community, complete with a “moving
their T-shirt.
picture house,” a post office and auto-
As always, we will start at Patria Flats
mobile dealership. Swansea is accessible
and float down to the BlueWater Resort
by two-wheel drive automobiles. The
& Casino beach where food and drink
ghost town can be reached by traveling
will be available for purchase. Drawings
east out of Parker on Shea Road. There
will be held and there will be DJ music
is no charge to visit.
for your enjoyment. Trophies and cash
Lodging, Dining & Attractions Guide
Attractions KLPZ Radio - 1380AM
928-669-9274
BlueWater Resort & www.klpz1380.com
Casino
928-669-7000 Real Estate
Buckskin Mountain David Plunkett Realty
State Park 8832 Riverside Dr.
928-667-3231 928-916-8469, 866-667-1699
PARKER
The Best of
Arizona
928-669-6511 • www.parkerareatourism.com
Colorado River Region • Page 15
www.parkerareatourism.com
16-mile stretch of the Parker Strip. Many
of our businesses are accessible by boat
or other watercraft!
We offer a variety of restaurants,
shopping, museums, libraries, wildlife
preserves, a four-star golf course and
THX 4-plex movie theater, Parker Dam CALENDAR
“The World’s Deepest Dam”, the Blue
Water Resort & Casino and, of course, May 9
The Colorado River! Bluewater Resort & Casino Gran Prix
“The Superstar of Gran Prix Races”
Make Parker, Arizona your next desti-
Points for Motorcycles, Quads & UTV’s
nation, you’ll be glad you did!
May 22 - 25
Memorial Day Weekend-Kick Off Your
Summer on the Parker Strip!
June 6
32nd Annual Great Western Tube Float
Luau/Hawaiian Theme
Parker Area C of C
928-669-2174
June 13
Blue Water Resort & Casino 10th Birthday
prizes will be awarded to first place win-
Celebration
ners, trophies to second place winners.
Categories are: Best July 4
Theme Float, Groups: Larg- Celebrate on the River!
est (minimum 21 people,
Independence Day Weekend
no maximum), Teams (2-10
July 11
persons), Mega Teams (11-
KLPZ 1380 AM FLOG™ Tournament
20 persons), Single Floaters (baseball golf)
(Age 14-29), Single Floaters Fundraiser benefits a community
(Age 30-49), Single Floaters organization.
(Age 50 and older).
September 6
The top prize money of
Sunrise Rotary Golf Tournament
$200 is awarded for the Fundraiser Benefits Rotary Scholarship
winning float. In other Program
categories, $50 goes to each first place
winner along with their trophy. In addi- September 7
Wrap up your Summer on the River-Labor
tion to these categories, there will be a $25
Day Weekend!
cash award for the most original hat.
Just remember that no equipment will
September 20
be provided and you must wear a US Mike Keevey Golf Tournament
Coast Guard approved vest-style life Benefits the Town of Parker
jacket. Community Pool
Pre-registration forms can be down-
October 17
loaded at www.parkeraz.org or you can
Parker Rotary 60th Rodeo State Finals
call the friendly staff at the Parker Area
Chamber of Commerce.
Restaurants RV Resorts
Coffee Ern’s Havasu Springs Resort
1720 California Ave. 2581 Hwy 95
928-669-8145 928-667-3361
Julio’s Rockin’ Baja Grill Riverview Mobile & R.V. Park
9218 Lower Moovalya Drive 47 Parker Dam Rd., Earp, CA 92242
928-667-3732 760-665-9953
G R A N D C A N Y O N S TAT E
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Southern Arizona Cities & Towns Kokopelli Winery and Bistro

Ajo Eden Morenci Sells Topawa Pouring Strong in their 15th Anniversary Year
Amado Elfrida Mt. Lemmon Sierra Vista Thatcher
Anegam Elgin Naco Solomon Tombstone Kokopelli Winery, www.kokopelliwinery.com
Arivaca Fairbank Nogales Sonoita Tubac Arizona’s largest and most

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Benson Fort Grant Oro Valley South Tucson Tucson decorated winery, is pouring Prime Rib, Merlot Braised Pot Roast,

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Bisbee Fort Huachuca Palominas Stargo Tumacacori strong in this, its 15th Anniversary Seafood, Chicken and Pasta dishes are
Blue Fort Thomas Patagonia Sunizona Vail year. Founded by Don Minchella and raved about by their guests. Pricing is
Bowie Franklin Pearce Sunsites Why very reasonable, especially
Bylas Geronimo Pima Swift Trail Willcox his wife Carol in 1994,
Carmen Green Valley Pisinimo Junction Kokopelli Winery is now for the hearty portions. A
Blue
Catalina Hannagan Pomerene Hannagan Meadow owned by Don’s son and friendly and welcoming
team serves up the deli-

GREENLEE
Central Meadow Portal daughter in law, Dennis
Childs Hereford Rio Rico 191 and Melissa Minchella. cious fare and, of course,
Clifton Hickiwan Rillito GRAHAM They currently operate the signature Kokopelli
Cochise Huachuca City Safford Bylas Stargo two bistro establishments. Wines in both locations.
Comobabi Kansas Sahuarita Geronimo Fort Thomas Morenci Clifton The original, newly Both bistros sell Kokopelli
Cortaro Settlement Saint David Wines “to go”, as well as
Dos Cabezas Klondyke San Miguel Klondyke Pima
Eden
Central
70
78 renovated location is in
Douglas Lukeville San Simon
Thatcher
Safford
Solomon
Duncan 70
75
an historic bank building unique wine related gifts.
Dragoon Marana Santa Rosa Fort
Swift Trail
Franklin and serves as an anchor in Looking for somewhere
Junction
Duncan McNeal Sasabe Catalina
Grant
191
Downtown Chandler. In a to take Mom on Mother’s
Childs Marana Mt. Lemmon relaxing and quaint ambi- Day? Both bistros are of-
Bowie
Ajo Hickiwan
Anegam Rillito
Cortaro 79
Oro Valley San Simon ence, Kokopelli offers daily wine tastings fering a delicious Mother’s
Santa Rosa Willcox
Why
South Tucson Tucson 186 and lunch. They also offer dinner Tues- Day Brunch. Or, join Kokopelli Winery
86
PIMA 10 Cochise
Dos Cabezas
day thru Saturday evenings, with live and Bistro at their Chandler location for
85
Comobabi
86
Vail Pomerene Kansas Settlement
Pisinimo
their Beach Blast Festival on May 15-17,
191

Sells Green Valley Sahuarita

Dragoon Sunsites 181
Portal music Thursday, Friday and Saturday
Lukeville 386
Benson
83 90
Saint David
Pearce Sunizona nights. New in 2009 are the Early Bird with an $8 wine tasting to celebrate their
Topawa 286
Amado
19

Tombstone
Fairbank COCHISE dinners offered each afternoon from 8th anniversary along with a Carib-
Sonoita 82
Elfrida
San Miguel
Tubac 82
Elgin Huachuca City
Sierra Vista McNeal
3-4:30 pm where you can find 7 smaller bean style menu and live steel drums
Arivaca Carmen Patagonia Fort
Sasabe Tumacacori Huachuca 90 80 Bisbee 191 80
portioned items for under $10. by Alonzo from the Caymans! New this
289 SANTA CRUZ Hereford
Palominas Naco Douglas Their newest location, Kokopelli Win- year, the production room has been
Nogales ery and Bistro, opened in July 2008 in remodeled, surrounded by wood walls
Surprise, AZ and has been well received with accent painting and new lighting.
by the residents and visitors in the area.
CALENDAR
MAY 15-17 CHANDLER
Beach Blast Festival
Bistro at Kokopelli Winery, 35 W Boston
Free Sunday Night Concert Series
St - Kick off summer w/ live steel drums by
Alonzo from the Caymans! Special menu
McCormick-Stillman Railroad Park Welcomes You
includes fish tacos, fish stew, Jamaican jerk One of the delights of 480-312-2312
n r

spicy dishes. $8 wine tasting to celebrate summer is to grab a blanket

Fu e
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8th anniv. 480-792-6927 or lawn chair and head to a Train rides are available for $2.00
Su

community park for an evening each and carousel rides for $1.00 each
MAY 16 SUPERIOR of music. From May 3rd - July 5th, with children under 3 riding free with a
BESH•BA•GOWAH Cruisin Main
Main St. - Classic Car cruise night. $5 entry
McCormick-Stillman Railroad Park is
the place to be!
paying adult. Food and beverages can be
purchased.
ARCHAEOLOGICAL PARK for cars. Performance by “Jelvis” (Elvis
Impersonator) and local dance troops. Car Every Sunday from 7:30-9 pm you will McCormick-Stillman Railroad Park
RUINS, MUSEUM, AND ETHNOBOTANICAL GARDEN Part & Antique Swap Meet - call for vendor hear a variety of favorite local bands is located at 7301 E. Indian Bend Road
14th Century Salado Indian Ruins & Reconstructed fees. Food Booths. 2p-10p. 520-689-0200 - and all FREE. Come enjoy rock and (southeast corner of Scottsdale and In-
Rooms Depicting Ancient Lifestyles pop, country, contemporary hits, Eagles dian Bend Roads). Come out and tap your
JUN 6 GLENDALE toes on these balmy summer nights!
Open: 9am-5pm - 7 days a week • Handicapped
9th Annual Family Farm Day
Tribute, Big City Sound, retro 80s, R&B
Accessible • Group Tours by Arrangement
• Located just outside of Globe Tolmachoff Farms, 5726 N. 75th Ave - Farm and more: 10 concerts in all.

928-425-0320 adventure w/ U-pick garden, train rides,

picture on a pony, duck race, corn cannon,
petting zoo, crafts, food, more; NEW this Arizona’s Kokopelli Winery & Bistros
year: pedal kart race track. 8a-2p, $4 adm
for 2yr. & up. 623-386-1301 Largest
and
Mother’s Day Brunch
(both locations)
Most Sunday May 10th
Decorated (reservations recommended)

Winery
10am - 3pm with live Jazz (in Chandler only)

25% OFF with Coupon

$24.95/ person
Beach Blast
May 15-17th
27500 N. Alma School Parkway $8.00 wine tasting all weekend, KEEP the GLASS!
Celebrate Kokopelli Winery and Bistro’s 8th anniversary

Scottsdale, AZ in Chandler with Alonzo on Steel Drums and

Caribbean style menu!
35 W. Boston St.
(480) 585-7277 Chandler, Az
14719 W. Grand Ave.
Surprise, Az
www.reatapass.com 480-792-6927 623-556-4810
www.kokopelliwinery.com
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Lodging, Dining Same Sun, More Fun, Less Burn on the Wallet!
Budget Friendly Options in Mesa
& Activity Guide
Travel trends have been 480-827-4700 ing hotels include the Phoenix-Mesa
pointing to shorter hauls and Marriott, Best Western Mezona Inn,
Attractions www.VisitMesa.com/Values

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shorter stays and that especially Best Western Mesa Inn, Holiday Inn &
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Arizona Museum of Natural History rings true when it comes time to to get the most value out of their stay in Suites, Dobson Ranch Inn, Country Inn
53 N. MacDonald St. plan for the family vacation. This & Suites and more. Some restrictions
480-644-2230 Mesa with examples like planning the
summer, Arizona residents looking to vacation around the first Sunday of a apply. Complete details can be found at
www.azmnh.org
save gas and do more with less will want month to take advantage of free activi- www.VisitMesa.com/Values.
Arizona Wing of the Commemorative to look to Mesa. ties or choosing restaurants where kids The Mesa Visitors Bureau is also
Air Force Museum Instead of dreading vacation planning, can eat free. The budget-friendly itiner- re-igniting its annual Summer Values
2017 N. Greenfield Rd., 85215 the Mesa Convention & Visitors Bureau section on the website. Here, guests can
480-924-1940 aries cover stays from one night to four
wants Arizona families to know they nights and budgets ranging from $200 review numerous offers in a variety of
www.arizonawingcaf.com
can afford a vacation this summer and to $1,000 and all are based on travel for a categories including discounts on greens
Dolly Steamboat have done the guesswork for them. At family of four. fees, two-for-one specials on dining and
Canyon Lake/ VisitMesa.com, the Mesa CVB’s official attractions, and view all the summer
Apache Junction As part of the regional marketing
travel planning website, the bureau is effort, the bureau will be giving away hotels rates and specials offered over the
480-827-9144
www.dollysteam- showcasing three budget-friendly vaca- “Mesa Money,” which can be used to summer months.
boat.com tion itineraries displaying how a family save $10 per room/per night at partici- For more on summer savings in Mesa,
of four can in fact have fun in a down pating Mesa hotels. Mesa Money vouch- visit the Mesa Convention & Visitors
Howie’s Game economy. Bureau website or give them a call.
Shack ers can be used for stays up to 3 nights
Mesa Riverview,
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Mesa Riverview, 1061 N. Dobson Rd.
480-834-7529 A drive along the world- Mesa CVB: Complete your tour at Canyon Lake
famous Apache Trail features 800-283-6372 with a “Mark Twain” voyage aboard the
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Lodging an authentic old west stagecoach Dolly Steamboat, a replica of a stern-

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stop, a ghost town and a scenic tas, towering Saguaro cacti and, in the wheeler paddleboat. Cruise the lake’s
Hilton Phoenix East/Mesa spring, colorful desert wildflowers.
1011 W. Holmes Ave., 85210 steamboat ride across a mountain secluded inner waterways and photo-
480-833-5555, 800-544-5866 lake, all nestled in the beautiful Sonoran You can visit prehistoric Indian ruins graph desert bighorn sheep if you are
www.mesapavillion.hilton.com Desert landscape that captures the true and museums, pan for gold in the ghost fortunate to see them. The 90-minute
essence of Arizona. town of Goldfield, tour of one of 50 old nature cruise or twilight dinner cruise
Residence Inn One of the most popular day trips mines, explore the back roads by Jeep
941 W. Grove Ave., 85210 will complete your step-back-in-time
480-610-0100 from Mesa is up the historic Apache tour, experience the natural beauty of experience.
www.marriott.com Trail through the mysterious Supersti- Lost Dutchman State Park, and visit Directions: From Mesa take U.S. 60
tion Mountains and Tonto Natural Tortilla Flat, an old stage coach stop east, exit at Idaho Road and travel north
Restaurants Forest to Canyon Lake. You will see with a population of six. to connect with Highway 88.
breathtaking canyons and mountain vis-
Mi Amigo’s Mexican Restaurant
550 N. Country Club Dr. Ste. 110
480-892-7955 Mesa Astronomy Nights
www.miamigos.com At New MCC Planetarium
Mesa Community College is home to
Organ Stop Pizza Arizona’s newest planetarium. Visitors
1149 E. Southern Ave.
480-813-5700 can view the night sky and explore the
www.organstoppizza.com universe and solar system for free. As part
THE REAL ARIZONA — CANYON LAKE of the Astronomy Nights program (check
calendar for dates), the planetarium runs
RV Resorts shows that take place every half hour
This “Junior Grand Canyon” tour is from 6 pm to 9:30 pm with telescope
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3403 E. Main St. to Do in Arizona” and is a premier Arizona
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www.goodliferv.com attraction for locals and tourists alike. MCC’s planetarium opened in Sep-
tember 2008, making it the city’s first
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Lodging, Dining & “America’s Best Small Rodeo” CALENDAR

Attraction Guide Are You ‘Tough Enough To Wear Pink’? MAY 9 14th Annual Payson Wildlife Fair
Green Valley Park - Presented by Arizona
Game & Fish Department. Free fishing,
Voted America’s best small Rodeo: 928-468-6684 games, sports, booths, exhibits, live wildlife,
Attractions

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rodeo, the annual Gary Hardt PRMC: www.paysonhospital.com canoeing, etc. All ages, FREE, 9 am - 3 pm.

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Memorial Rodeo in Payson is 928-474-5242
Mazatzal Casino Co food bank.
Hwy 87, gearing up to rope in enthusiasts
Milepost 251 At the Friday night performance every- MAY 9 Take A Walk in Pine Shop Hope
from all over the state and beyond. Local event hosted by Pine, Arizona mer-
928-474-6044, There will be around one is wearing PINK! The committee has
800-777-7529 chants. Fun, entertainment, refreshments,
230 cowboy and cowgirl pink shirts from Wrangler in-shop specials and sales, 2 pm - 6 pm.
www.777play.com and the cowboys and pick-
Slots, gaming competitors, including 928-476-6437
activities, food, several Las Vegas - Wran- up people will also wear
Mazatzal Hotel & Casino
entertainment. gler NFR contestants. This pink. For each patron who MAY 10 Mothers Day Promotion
wears pink, $1.00 will be Mazatzal Hotel & Casino - Win a chance to
year’s event aims to be win a massage & facial from the local day
Rim Country Museum & Zane Grey donated to breast cancer re-
Cabin Replica one of the most exciting spa. 928-474-6044 ext. 5404
yet... plus with the help of search. For each contestant
Green Valley Park
928-474-3483 Wrangler, tough hombres wearing pink, $3.00 dollars MAY 15-16 Gary Hardt Memorial
- and gals too - will have a will be donated. Come out Spring Rodeo
Shoofly Village Ruins great chance to help breast for a fun time, watch the Payson Multi Event Ctr, Hwy 87 - PRCA
Picnic area, BBQ facilities, hiking. cowboys in pink, and sup- rodeo, gates open 5p, show 7p, adm $12
928-474-7900 cancer support. /$10 Srs/$8 kids, 7 & under free; Parade Sat
The Payson Spring port a great cause!
Community support is 9a, Main St. 928-468-6684
Strawberry School (c.1885) Rodeo helps preserve the Photo by Dennis K. Fendler
Treasured landmark and registered western heritage surrounding one of the linchpins of the MAY 15-17 Mazatzal Hotel & Casino
historical site. Authentic demonstra- the Rim Country, as well as raises funds rodeo’s success, and Payson Regional Big Bass Challenge
for student scholarships. This year’s rodeo Medical Center (PRMC) has helped by
tions of pioneer life. 928-476-3547 or Tournament (for info call Wild West Bass @
1-800-6PAYSON providing advertising for the event. Every 602 329-3666 or visit www.Wildwestbass.
takes place Thursday, Friday and Satur- com); Dodge Truck Giveaway, drawing
Tonto Creek Fish Hatchery day, May 15-17 at the Payson Multi-Event year Payson Regional Medical Center is May 17. Live concert Sat night May 16,
Fish-feeding, self-guided tour, photogra- Center, 75 minutes north of Scottsdale on treats thousands of people from the area.
Bucky Covington. 800-777-7529
phy, birding. Forest Road 289, Arizona Highway 87. Gates open at 5 pm and the And while patients benefit from PRMC
Game & Fish, Tonto Creek. rodeo performances start at 7 pm. Don’t being close by, ultimately it’s the whole MAY 16 Aero Fair
928-478-4200 community that prospers from PRMC’s Payson Municipal Airport - Static display of
miss the rodeo parade on Saturday at 9
Lodging am. presence. Whether it’s through the people vintage aircraft, vintage & classic cars. Air-
plane rides, crafts, food vendors, pancake
On Thursday, come watch the Women’s they employ, the local businesses they use breakfast (till 10:30a), free adm, 7:30a-2p.
Kohl’s Ranch Cactus Series Barrel Racing - admission or the charities they support, they’re com-
928-468-0147
202 S. Kohls Ranch Lodge Rd. mitted to making the Payson area a better
928-478-4211, 800-331-5645 a can of food to be donated to the local
place to live, play and work. MAY 16 1st Annual Antique Tractor Show
Pine, Az. Food available. Raffles for tractor
Mazatzal Hotel and Casino

Nature’s Paradise
related items, 8 am - 3 pm. Please bring do-
Hwy 87, Milepost 251, Payson, 85541
928-474-6044, 800-777-7529 nation for the Pine/Strawberry Food Bank.
www.777play.com 928-476-3623

Paysonglo Lodge
Fish and Hike Under the Mogollon Rim MAY 23-24 Sawdust Festival
Celebrating Payson’s logging heritage, a
1005 S. Beeline Hwy.
800-772-9766 Arizona Rim Country is Rim Country Regional Chamber: variety of events will test competitors to
an easy day trip and a great 800-6-PAYSON find the “Logger of the Year”. Gates open
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state’s most beautiful regions.
Fargo’s Steakhouse Known as the “Heart of Arizona,”
620 E. Highway 260 Rim Country is a short drive away from
928-474-7455
almost everywhere.
www.fargossteakhouse.com
Approaching from the south is State
Macky’s Grill Hwy. 87 - otherwise referred to as the
201 W. Main Street, Suite J Beeline - a 4-lane divided highway that’s
928-474-7411
quick and easy to drive with panoramic
Shopping views at nearly every turn.
This beautiful land has been preserved
Artists of the Rim Gallery as part of three national forests with an
408 W. Main St. area the size of Massachusetts! There you
928-472-1159
can camp, hike, birdwatch, mountain
Payson Candle Factory bike, fish, hunt and just plain relax and
620 N. Beeline Hwy. enjoy the beauty of nature.
928-474-2152 Fishing is abundant in lakes and
streams. There is even a town lake right
in Payson that is stocked with Arizona-
grown trout. Ask the helpful staff at the
chamber of commerce to guide you to the
area’s top fishing holes.
Hikers will want to obtain the proper
maps of the Tonto and Coconino National
Forests - they can be purchased from the
Payson Ranger Station and are also avail-
able at the chamber. Some recommended
trails are Quaking Aspen Canyon, Oak
Springs, the 260 Trail, Monument Trail,
and the Pine Trail.
JUNE 5 First Friday Night on Main Street
Monthly event. Art galleries, antique shops,
and much more, 5-8 pm. 928-474-4932
Tonto Natural Bridge State
Park Temporarily Closed
Tonto Natural Bridge has severe roof
leaks and structural problems and was
closed on February 26. Once the sta-
bilization project is complete, the Ari-
zona State Parks Board will re-evaluate
the budget situation for re-opening.
800-285-3703, www.azstateparks.com
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Sawdust Festival
Family Fun as Logger of the Year is Chosen
A relative short time ago
Arizona’s forests rang with the
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hum of a hot saw. Today things have
changed, but the stories about those
days are endless. The logging camps and
loggers added color to our history and
heritage.
One of the most interesting
facets of that time were the
loggers themselves. The work
was hard and the camps were
lonely. When they did have
time off, they invented activi-
ties for themselves and made
sport out of their work. And
now Payson, Arizona - one of
the most active logging com-
munities in its heyday - holds
a tribute to this period of Americana.
On May 23 & 24, 2009 professional
loggers and amateurs alike will descend
on Payson and compete for cash and
prizes. The grand prize, the coveted
“Logger of the Year”, will go to the logger
with the most points at the end of the two
day event. In order to achieve the logger
of the year status, each participant will
need to execute traditional logging skills
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800-6-Payson
as well as exhibit great stamina, accuracy
and teamwork.
This year celebrates the 21st year of this
event and the tough men and women that
made a living in the logging industry. The
laid back atmosphere of fam-
ily oriented fun draws thou-
sands of enthusiastic onlook-
ers and expert competitors.
From the very young to the
very old, there’s something
for everyone!
Look for plenty of activities
for your little lumberjacks,
some of which are free, and
many with cash, prizes and
gift certificate giveaways.
Kids will love “Grammy’s Corner”, where
there will be a watermelon-eating contest,
tricycle races and tug-of-war contests
for different age levels -- and the famous
sawdust pile (with hidden money).
Time: Pancake Breakfast 7am
Festival begins 9am
Place: Payson Multi-Event Center
Admission: Adults $8, children 12
and under FREE!
Not Just for Fishermen!
Big Bass Challenge at Mazatzal Hotel and Casino
Fishing? You don’t have to
like fishing to enjoy yourself
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at the Big Bass Challenge at
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Mazatzal Hotel and Casino May
15-17. It’s going to be a fun time with
live entertainment, contests, giveaways,
an outside barbecue, and much more. The
line up for the weekend looks like this.
It starts with the Guess the Weight
Contest. Entry forms are available at Play-
ers Club. On Friday, Saturday and Sunday
from 8am-1pm, when they weigh in at
Roosevelt Lake, we’ll tell you what the
biggest fish of the hour is and if you are
the closest guess without going over, you
win $100. If you aren’t in the casino when
we announce the winner, just stop in that
evening between 5pm and 8pm and you
still win. We’re picking five winners every
hour on each day. Every winner goes into
a final drawing on Sunday at 4:30pm for a
grand prize of $500. You have to be here
for that one. It’s that simple and you don’t
have touch, smell or even see a fish!
The Apache Spirits Lounge will come
alive at 8 pm with great entertainment
until midnight. The band will be a real
treat.
Central AZ • Page 21
1-800-777-PLAY
www.777play.com
We’re hooking you up on Saturday
night with a tasty barbecue feast outside
in the east parking lot starting at 5:30pm
for only $7 per person with your concert
ticket. The show gets started at 6pm with
an opening act and we’re bringing you,
LIVE, Bucky Covington in concert. Yes,
it’s the same Bucky Covington that was
in the final eight on the fifth season of
American Idol. Have you heard one of his
hit songs, “Back When We Were Gods”,
and his most recent release, “I Want
My Life Back”? He’s a genuine good ole
Southern boy with oodles of down-home
charm.
By the way, you can still earn tickets
for a 2009 Dodge Ram 1500 to be drawn
on May 17th.
It’s the Big Bass Challenge at Mazatzal
Hotel - not just for fisherman but if you
want to fish, visit www.wildwestbass.com
or call 602-329-3366.
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Southern Arizona Cities & Towns

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Bowie Franklin Pearce Sunsites 23-25. destination every day of the year. Visit
Bylas Geronimo Pima Swift Trail This well-preserved 1880s mining Boothill Graveyard and read the tomb-
Carmen Green Valley Pisinimo Junction boomtown bustles throughout the Memo- stones - “killed by Apaches,” “knifed,”
Catalina Hannagan Pomerene Topawa rial Day weekend with continuous “action- “hung” - for a real sense of the rough
Central Meadow Portal Thatcher packed” street entertainment, historic cos- pioneer life.
Childs Hereford Rio Rico tume and gunfighting skit competitions, Visit the Bird Cage Theater, a place that
Clifton Hickiwan Rillito and the annual chili cook-off on Sunday. the New York Times once described as
Cochise Huachuca City Safford
Comobabi Kansas Sahuarita The Tombstone Lions Club Booth will be the wildest, wickedest nightspot between
Cortaro Settlement Saint David open all weekend long selling memorabilia Basin Street and the Barbary Coast. It
Dos Cabezas Klondyke San Miguel and chances on a replica firearm. remains in its complete original state and
Douglas Lukeville San Simon Be sure to check out the Tombstone is Tombstone’s best-preserved landmark of
Dragoon Marana Santa Rosa Western Heritage Museum, featuring the the 1880s.
Duncan McNeal Sasabe largest collection of Wyatt Earp memora- Stop by the OK Corral where the fa-
mous shoot-out took place between Wyatt
Earp and his brothers, Doc Holliday,
and the Clanton and McLaury brothers.
Tour the restored “Good Enough Mine,”
claimed by the town’s founder Ed Schief-
felin 130 years ago, where you will walk
among original support timbers and see
silver veins still intact.
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Guide
Activities
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2021 N. Kinney Rd., 85743
520-883-2702, www.desertmuseum.org
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Tucson Museum of Art
140 N. Main, 85701
520-624-2333
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El Corral Restaurant
2201 E. River Rd.
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Spring Fun in Tucson - And It Won’t Break the Bank
Tucson abounds with Sunday, June 14--Flag Day and DeGra- Tucson’s second most-photographed
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Lodging, Dining & Ancient Way Arts Festival Spotlight

Attraction Guide Exciting Multi-Event in New Mexico
Silver City, NM
Kick off summer by celebrat- 505-782-7238 Strike it rich when you visit Silver City.
Attractions ing the second annual Ancient www.ancientwayartstrail.com So-named when silver was discovered

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Alpine Anglers Flyshop Way Arts Festival on Saturday in the 1870s, Silver City still has an active
& Boulder Mountain Adventures and Sunday, May 30 & 31st, from 10 the happenings all weekend at the El mining industry, but offers quite a bit
10 West Main Street more. View collections of Mimbrate
am - 5 pm in northwest New Mexico. Morro Area’s Old School Gallery with black on white pottery invented here
Torrey, UT 84775 an Open House, Community Canvas,
888-484-3333 The festival takes place along the newly or explore the works of various art-
designated Ancient Way Arts Trail - New the El Morro Traditional Crafters Dis- ists throughout the community. Enjoy
Colorado Trails Guest Ranch Mexico’s first multi-arts trail extending play and a special concert featuring SYD the peaceful calm of the Gila National
12161 County Rd. 240 from Grants to Zuni to Gallup! Arts fes- MASTERS and the SWING RIDERS Forest as you relax in the former home
Durango, CO 81301 tivals, markets, open studios and more and a whole lot more on Highway 53. of famed outlaw Billy the Kid and the
877-711-7843, 800-323-3833 infamous Geronimo.
www.coloradotrails.com await you at many of the 26 participating Take in a gallery show at the Double Six
www.silvercity.org
arts sites that represent over 650 artists Gallery in Grants. See the best of Zuni
Durango & Silverton Narrow Gauge RR along NM State Highways 53 and 602. arts and traditional dances all weekend Torrey, UT
479 Main Ave., Travel along this portion of the Trail of long at the Zuni Arts Market. Visit the Nestled along Utah’s Scenic Highway
Durango, CO 81301 24 is the tiny hamlet of Torrey, home
970-247-2733 the Ancients Scenic Byway to experience studios of many of the area’s best artists. to a mere 120 people. Visitors come for
www.durangotrain.com the scenic beauty and diverse cultural Whatever your tastes or interests, the abundance of outdoor recreation
heritages of this portion of northwest discover something new at the second in the area. Capitol Reef National Park is
Frontier Movie Town New Mexico. Watch some of the region’s annual Ancient Way Arts Festival! a hiker’s park with trails for both casual
297 W. Center premier Master Artists at work at the Gal- Check the website or call the Zuni Tour- and serious hikers year round. Nearby
Kanab, UT 84741 Boulder Mountain, part of Dixie National
435-644-5337 lup Cultural Center on Saturday. Catch ism Office for details.
Forest, offers hiking trails, fishing for
www.frontiermovietown.com brook trout, and views of red canyon
country. Hiking, horseback riding,
Lodging CALENDAR bicycling and ATV adventures are all
possible on Thousand Lake Mountain.
Austin’s Chuckwagon Motel MAY 15-17 KANAB, UT JUL 4 TORREY, UT www.torreyutah.com
12 West Main Greyhound Gathering in Kanab Torrey Apple Days
Torrey, UT 84775 Greyhounds everywhere you look! Shop- Parade, apple race, swap meet, lunch, Borrego Springs, CA
800-863-3288 ping with the Artisans Fri. afternoon, Sat. games, patriotic program and dance, 6a-9p. Located in NE San Diego County,
10a parade of costumed hounds and 435-425-3637 Borrego Springs is a village completely
Bear Creek Motel & Cabins handlers, plus greyhound idol show and a surrounded by the 600,000 acre Anza-
88 Main St. Blur-of-Fur-Run. 435-644-2903 JUL 10-11 GALLUP, NM Borrego Desert State Park. Lodging
Pinos Altos, NM, 88053 16th Annual Wild Thing ranges from rustic campsites to full
1-888-388-4515 MAY 22-24 SILVER CITY, NM Red Rock State Park - Thrilling action with service resorts, and restaurants run the
www.bearcreekcabins.com Silver City Blues Festival non-stop bull riding contests, $24,000 in gamut from casual bar food to four star
Gough Park - 575-538-2505 prize money, prizes for spectators also, spec- dining. The park is a UNESCO conser-
Best Western Durango Inn and Suites tacular fireworks display. 505-863-5402 vation designated World Biosphere
21382 US Hwy. 160 West MAY 31 SILVER CITY, NM Reserve with 12 wilderness areas and
Durango, CO 81302
970-247-3251, 800-547-9090
Annual Evergreen Garden Club Tour
Tour five gardens at homes in Silver City, 15 Unique Cabins 110 miles of riding and hiking trails.
800-559-5524
www.durangoinn.com from artistic landscapes to food gardens 7 miles N of Silver city
-- get some ideas for your own garden! 1p, Durango, CO
Casitas de Gila (Guest Houses) Born from mining, Durango today is
50 Casita Flats Rd. tickets $5.00 each. 575-388-9557
a popular tourist destination offering
Gila, NM 88038 numerous festivals, a variety of shops
575-535-4455, 877-923-4827 JUN 20-21 HIGH ROLLS, NM
High Rolls Cherry Festival and restaurants, and exciting outdoor
Copper Manor Motel Community Center - Local & other cherries • Private Balcony recreation. Miles of trails lead through
710 Silver Heights Blvd. & cherry products. Food, drink, children’s • Fireplace w/ wood the San Juan Mountains for hiking,
Silver City, NM 88061 activities & 50+ arts / crafts vendors. Sa 9-5, • Hot Tub • Satellite TV mountain biking, horseback riding or
575-538-5392 Su 9-4, adm/ parking FREE. • Kitchen • Microwave four-wheeling. Others enjoy white-wa-
www.hrmplions.com • BBQ Grill • Amenities ter rafting and kayaking on the Animas
River. Winter skiing is world class. One
Restaurants Call
Today (800)413-5024 of the most popular attractions is the
Durango and Silverton Narrow Gauge
Butterfield Room at La Casa del Zorro
3845 Yaqui Pass Rd. www.bearcreekcabins.com Railroad. 970-247-3500
Borrego Springs, CA 92004
800-824-1884 • Enjoy cool air in our
scenic mountains.
Become Enchanted With
Cafe Diablo
599 West Main Cafe • Gateway to the 3.3 Million Acre
Southwest New Mexico.
Torrey, UT 84775 Gila National Forest.
435-425-3070
Diablo • Visit the Gila Cliff Dwellings.
Chez Grand-Mere near Capitol Reef • Just 3 hours away!
3 Depot Place National Park
Durango, CO 81301
Open nightly
970-247-7979

RV Resorts from 5 to 10 G RANT COU NTY

The Springs at Borrego RV Resort 599 W. Main Silver City/Grant County

2255 Digiorgio Rd. Chamber of Commerce
Borrego Springs, CA 92004 P O Box 750149 201 N. Hudson, Dept. AZ
760-767-0004
www.springsatborrego.com
Torrey, Utah 84775 Silver City, NM 88061
The Silver City area has it all! Travel the Trail of the Mountain Spirits Scenic
Byway; over 100 years of Old West history. Victorian districts, museums,
(435) 425-3070 www.silvercity.org galleries and the Gila Wilderness make Silver City a unique place. Explore the
Gila Cliff Dwellings, area hot springs, City of Rocks, Pinos Altos, historic
cafediablo.net 1.800.548.9378 downtown Silver City, Catwalk Recreation Area and Mogollon Ghost Town.
May 2009 www.aztourist.com Regional • Page 25

Lodging, Dining Roger Clyne and the Peacemakers CALENDAR

Annual Rocky Point Concert on June 6
& Activity Guide Rocky Point is the second 800-427-6259
MAY 9 ROCKY POINT, SON
Chili Cook-off
home of many Arizonans. www.rockypointres.com

ll in’
Cholla Bay - More than one hundred chefs

Dining
Banana’s Restaurant
San Carlos
(011-52) 622-226-0606
www.bananasgang.com
Old Port Galley Restaurant
Rocky Point
638-383-3354
www.rockypointdreamweddings.com
Fishing
Sea Fari
Calle 13, Rocky Point
(011-52) 638-383-8175
www.seafarirockypoint.com
Reel Loco Sport Fishing Charters
San Carlos
(011-52) 623-810-4756
www.reellocosportfishing.com
Lodging
Paradiso Resort
San Carlos
1-866-856-5640 (toll free)
www.ParadisoResortMexico.com
Peñasco Del Sol
Paseo Las Glorias #1
Rocky Point
800-259-6976
www.hotelrockypoint.com
Real Estate Agents/
Developments
REMAX Legacy
Rocky Point
602-334-4359
Local #: 638-383-1425
www.realestaterockypoint.net
’
in
Ro k
& Roc
Some have been going to Sandy
Beach since they were kids, camping
on the sand. Roger Clyne is no excep-
tion. The lead vocalist of Roger Clyne and
the Peacemakers spent weekends, holidays,
and summers in Rocky Point and Cholla
Bay like so many of us. He fell in love with
the community, the culture, and certainly
the warm waters of the Sea of Cortez.
Roger Clyne and the Peacemakers host
their annual concert in Rocky Point on
June 6, 2009. This year’s concert will be
held right behind the Sonoran Spa and
Sonoran Sea Resorts. Tickets are on sale
now for $28 dollars. They will be $30 at the
show. You can purchase your tickets by go-
ing to www.peacetimegoods.com. Open-
ing for the band will be Los Angeles based
Dead Rock West.
If you have been to Roger Clyne shows
Cool Things to Do in Rocky Point
1) Ogle sea turtles, octopus, sea hors-
es, shrimp, various fish species, and
sea lions at CET-MAR Aquarium.
(011-52) 638-382-0010
2) Head to Old Port to shop till you drop!
3) Visit CEDO (Center for the Study of
Deserts & Oceans) for free natural
history talks; Eco-Tours are also
available. In USA: 520-320-5473; In
Mexico: 638-382-0113
4) Take a cruise, there are all kinds
from sunset margarita cruises to
dolphin watching cruises.
in the United States, they are an unforget-
table experience. But ask any fan who has
been to Rocky Point, and they will tell you
that you haven’t truly seen Roger Clyne
until you have seen him in Rocky Point.
The festive party atmosphere is infectious.
The Peacemakers’ blend of Southwestern
style and Rock and Roll attracts many
concertgoers and fan faithful.
Remember that this time you will need
a passport to get back into the U.S. Apply
now at http://travel.state.gov/passport/
passport_1738.html. Passports are $97, but
the new PASS card is only about $45 and
is good only for land crossings to Mexico
and Canada.
To make your reservations for a condo
during the concert, contact Rocky Point
Reservations.
5) Explore the Pinacate & Gran Desi-
erto del Altar Biosphere Reserve.
The region is a 30-mile wide volcanic
field so reminiscent of the moon that
the Apollo astronauts once trained
there. It’s also the largest active
dune field in North America.
6) Try deep sea fishing.
7) Take a trip to Bird Island in the
Sea of Cortez.
8) If you’ve never been four-wheeling,
this is the place to start!
from all over the world converge to partici-
pate in this unique cookery competition,
organized by JJ’s Cantina. 638-383-2785,
www.jjscantina.com
MAY 30 ROCKY POINT, SON
Over the Line Softball Tournament
Cholla Bay - Three-person teams gather to
play softball. 011-52-638-383-2785 or www.
jjscantina.com
JUN 6 ROCKY POINT, SON
Roger Clyne & the Peacemakers
“Circus Mexicus”
Come and enjoy this amazing and talented
rock ‘n roll group from Arizona - it’s the big-
gest RCPM concert event of the year!
www.peacetimegoods.com
JUN 26-28 ROCKY POINT, SON
Angler of the Year Tournament (Phase 2)
JJ’s Cantina, Cholla Bay - Second part of a
three-phase tournament that ends in Octo-
ber. Come fish or just share the excitement
of the weigh-ins. 877-843-3717
JUL 11-12 ROSARITO, B.C.
Summer Festival
Rosarito Pavilion - Combining the “Steak &
Lobster Festival”, “Rosarito Art & Furniture
Expo”, “International Seafood Fair” and “The
Pavilion of Tequilas” plus live music, mariachi
and folkloric dancing.
martha@bajaevents.com.mx
Rosarito Beach
Rosarito Beach is a popular tourist desti-
nation with a wide variety of restaurants,
shops, condominiums and over 2000 hotel
rooms. Folk come for all kinds of reasons...
to enjoy outdoor activities, shopping, spas

Welcome to Paradise
and the nightlife.
RV Campgrounds Rosarito’s comfortable, year-round
climate and long, wide beaches are famous.
Playa De Oro RV Resort Sunbathe, jet ski, learn to surf, try hang glid-
Rocky Point
Local #: 638-383-2668
www.playadeoro-rv.com
Sea of Cortez Rentals
Located on the Sea of Cortez, the
ing, go fishing, or rent a go-cart. Golfers will
want to try the Real Del Mar Golf Course
SUMMER SPECIALS and the Baja Mar Golf Course.
lovely Mexican resort community (MAY 1 - AUG 1) Relax in a spa... you’ll have a great choice
Vacation Rentals of San Carlos offers something for 1BD - $50 since Rosarito has the largest number of spas
everyone. For water sports enthusi- 2BD - $80 in Baja California! Shopping ranges from
Rocky Point Reservations asts, there are beautiful sand beaches, 3BD - $120 high-quality furniture and home accessories
602-439-1556 spectacular diving and snorkeling, to colorful crafts for all budgets.

800-247-4527
8004276259 kayaking, and offshore fishing.
www.rockypointres.com One of Rosarito’s special attractions is Fox
San Carlos is only a 255 mile, 4-hour Studios and the theme park “Foxploration”
Sea of Cortez drive from Nogales, AZ on Hwy 15, that they built right in the middle of the
800-247-4527 a safe four-lane divided highway. www.seaofcortezrentals.com studios!
www.rockypointres.com Rosarito Beach is just 30 minutes south of
San Diego and only 18 miles from the border
at Tijuana.
www.rosarito.org
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GOVERNMENT OFFICES
Arizona State Parks
Arizona Fish and Game Dept.
Phoenix
Phoenix
602-542-4174
602-942-3000
Transition at State Parks
Bureau of Land Management
Bureau of Indian Affairs
Phoenix
Phoenix
602-417-9200
602-379-4511
Some Change to Five Day Schedules
National Park Services Phoenix 602-640-5250
U.S. Fish and Wildlife The Arizona State Parks 800-285-3703
board meeting on Friday, azstateparks.com

fo l
Ecologial Services Field Ofc. Phoenix 602-640-2720

In efu
USDA Forest Service Albuquerque NM 505-842-3898
April 3rd, resulted in operational

Us
NATIONAL MONUMENTS, PARKS, & HISTORIC SITES changes for some parks in the Ari- starting on May 9-10. All of the daily
CENTRAL ARIZONA
Casa Grande Ruins National Monument Coolidge 520-723-3172
zona State Parks system. park hours will be 9am-5pm.”
Tonto National Monument Roosevelt 928-467-2241 At this meeting, the seven-member “We have already lost much of the
NORTHERN ARIZONA volunteer Parks Board passed a motion to workforce and I need to move the experi-
Canyon De Chelly National Monument Chinle 928-674-5500
allow the agency to reduce the days and enced rangers to the parks that need the
Casa Malpais Ruins - National Park Affiliate
Glen Canyon National Recreation Area
Springerville
Page
928-333-5375
928-608-6404
hours of operation for the parks. This help right away,” said Ream. “The danger
Grand Canyon National Park Grand Canyon 928-638-7779 will ease the stress of trying to keep parks we are facing is losing some of our expe-
Montezuma Castle National Monument Camp Verde 928-567-3322 open seven days a week while dealing rienced and highly trained rangers who
Navajo National Monument Tonalea 928-672-2366
with a 26% reduction in ranger staff. would be almost impossible to replace.”
Petrified Forest National Park Petrified Forest 928-524-6228
Pipe Spring National Monument Fredonia 928-643-7105
“In order to keep the parks as accessible
Sunset Crater Volcano National Monument Flagstaff 928-526-0502 to the public as possible with this reduc-
tion in force, we will begin shortening
Fishing, Birding
Tuzigoot National Monument Clarkdale 928-634-5564
Walnut Canyon National Monument
Wupatki National Monument
Flagstaff
Flagstaff
928-526-3367
928-679-2365
weeks starting April 14-15 in Yuma,” said
SOUTHERN ARIZONA
Chiricahua National Monument Dos Cabezas, Willcox 520-824-3560
Jay Ream, Assistant Director. “Both Yuma
Territorial Prison and Yuma Quarter-
and More
Organ Pipe Cactus National Monument Ajo 520-387-6849 master Depot will be open Thursday MAY 9 PAYSON
Saguaro National Park (TMD - West)
Saguaro National Park (RMD - EAST)
Tucson
Tucson
520-733-5158
520-733-5153
through Monday and closed Tuesday and 14th Annual Payson Wildlife Fair
Wednesdays with daily hours of 9am- Green Valley Park - Presented by Ari-
STATE PARKS & HISTORIC SITES zona Game & Fish Dept. Free fishing,
CENTRAL ARIZONA 5pm.”
games, sports, booths, exhibits, live
Boyce Thompson Arboretum State Park Superior 520-689-2811 “Tubac Presidio State Historic Park wildlife, canoeing, etc. FREE, 9a-3p.
Lost Dutchman State Park Apache Junction 480-982-4485
and Tombstone Courthouse State His- 928-474-5242
Picacho Peak State Park
COLORADO RIVER REGION
Picacho 520-466-3183
toric Park will have the same Thursday-
Alamo Lake State Park Wenden 928-669-2088 Monday schedule with April 21-22 being MAY 9 SUPERIOR
Buckskin Mountain State Park Parker 928-667-3231 the first days closed. Fort Verde State Migratory Bird Day - IMBD Census
Lake Havasu State Park Windsor Beach, Lake Havasu City 928-855-2784
Historic Park will switch to this schedule Boyce Thompson Arboretum - Bird
counts at 6a, EJ Peiker presents his
starting on May 5-6. Oracle State Park
Lake Havasu State Park Cattail Cove, Lake Havasu City 928-855-1223
NORTHERN ARIZONA breathtaking avian photography at
Dead Horse Ranch State Park Cottonwood 928-634-5283 will begin its Thursday-Monday schedule 10a. Birders are invited to help with the
Fort Verde State Historic park Camp Verde 928-567-3275 annual North American Migrant Bird
Homolovi Ruins State Park Winslow 928-289-4106
Count. To enlist email marceline@erma-
Jerome State Historic Park Jerome 928-634-5381
roni.net. Open 8-5, $7.50 adults, $3/5-12.
Lyman Lake State Park St. Johns 928-337-4441
Red Rock State Park Sedona 928-282-6907
520-689-2811
Slide Rock State Park Sedona 928-282-3034
Tonto Natural Bridge State Park Payson 928-476-4202

Activities Guide
SOUTHERN ARIZONA
Catalina State Park Tucson 520-628-5798
Kartchner Caverns State Park Benson 520-586-2283

Riding
Oracle State Park Oracle 520-896-2425
Patagonia Lake State Park Patagonia 520-287-6965
Canyon Rio Rafting
P.O. Box 3493, Flagstaff 86003
Roper Lake State Park Safford 520-428-6760
Colorado Trails Guest Ranch 928-774-3377
NATIONAL FORESTS 12161 County Rd. 240
NORTHERN ARIZONA Durango, CO Diamond River Adventures
Apache/Sitgreaves National Forest Springerville 928-333-4301
877-711-7843, 800-323-3833 P.O. Box 1300, Page 86040
Coconino National Forest Flagstaff 928-527-3600
www.coloradotrails.com 928-645-8866, 800-343-3121
Kaibab National Forest Williams 800-863-0546
www.diamondriver.com
Prescott National Forest Prescott 928-445-1762
Spanish Trail Outfitters Inc.
Tonto National Forest Phoenix 602-225-5200
11121 E. Escalante Rd., Tucson 85730 Mild to Wild Rafting
SOUTHERN ARIZONA
520-749-0167 53 Rio Vista Circle, Durango, CO 81301
Coronado National Forest Tucson 520-670-4552
www.spanishtrailoutfitters.com 800-567-6745
WILDLIFE REFUGES
www.mild2wildrafting.com
Alchesay National Fish Hatchery 928-338-4901
Wiltbank Trail Rides
Bill Williams National Wildlife Refuge Parker 928-667-4144
38735 State Route 373, Greer 85927 Sedona Adventure Outfitters & Guides
Buenos Aires National Wildlife Refuge Sasabe 520-823-4251
928-735-7454 P.O. Box 4082, Sedona
Cabeza Prieta National Wildlife Refuge Ajo 520-387-6483
www.wiltbankstables.com 928-204-6440, 877-673-3661
Cibola National Wildlife Refuge Cibola 928-587-3253

Rafting/Tubing
Havasu National Wildlife Refuge Needles, CA 619-326-3853
Imperial National Wildlife Refuge Yuma 928-783-3371 Fishing
Kofa National Wildlife Refuge Yuma 928-783-7861
Arizona River Runners, Inc. Devocean Deep Sea Fishing
San Bernardino National Wildlife Refuge Douglas 520-364-2104
PO Box 575, Page 86040 Rocky Point Mexico
Wiliams Creek National Fish Hatchery 928-338-4901
Willow Beach National Fish Hatchery 928-767-3456
928-645-9175, 8004777238 520-419-6199
www.raftarizona.com

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Fishing and RVing Sections.
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May 2009 www.aztourist.com Statewide AZ • Page 27

Navajo Nation Navajo Arts & Crafts Enterprise CALENDAR

Guide High Quality, Hand-Made Jewelry & Collectibles
Since 1941, Navajo Arts &
Crafts Enterprise (NACE) has
MAY 9 GANADO
Native American Art Auction
Hubbell Trading Post - Weavings, Pueblo
www.gonavajo.com Katsina dolls, pottery, paintings, baskets.
Preview 9-11a, auction noon - Daylight

Attractions
Canyon De Chelly National Monument
PO Box 558
Indian Route 7
Chinle, AZ 86503
928-674-5500
Navajo Code Talkers Museum
PO Box 247
Tuba City, AZ 86045
928-640-0684
Navajo Museum, Library,
and Visitor’s Center
Highway 264 and Loop Road
P.O. Box 1840
Window Rock, AZ 86515
928-871-7941
Lodging
Quality Inn Navajo Nation Capital
48 West Highway 264 ,
Window Rock, AZ 86515
928-871-4108, 800-662-6189
Quality Inn Navajo Nation
10 North Main Street ,
Tuba City, AZ 86045
928-283-4545, 800-644-8383
Quality Inn at Lake Powell
287 N. Lake Powell Blvd.,
Page, AZ 86040
928-645-8851, 866-645-8851
e
il
been a part of the history of the
of
Pr Navajo Nation. Through establish-
ment and reorganization
from the Navajo Arts &
Crafts Guild to the creation
of Navajo Arts & Crafts
Enterprise in 1972, NACE
has always been the location
for high quality, hand-made
jewelry.
Their main store based out
of the Capital of the Navajo
Nation in Window Rock,
Arizona, highlights the suc-
cess and history of the Navajo Nation’s
only owned and operated business spe-
cializing in Navajo Fine Jewelry & Col-
lectibles. Each showcase offers customers
traditional to contemporary hand-made
jewelry from bracelets, rings, squash
blossoms to concho belts, buckles, and the
list goes on in their selection. Each wall
is adorned with the best in hand-woven
Navajo made rugs from Chief Blankets to
Storm Pattern Rugs.
Aside from quality hand-made jewelry,
NACE offers in-house repair and resto-
ration of jewelry, customization of jew-
elry, embroidery services, wide selections
of Pendleton products, and retail of the
latest western clothing in their Horned
Moon Apparel clothing section.
NACE is not only a place for the sale
of quality hand-made products, but is
also home to raw materials for artisans to
purchase silver, stones, or wool to create
these wonderful selections of jewelry and
woven rugs.
Based out of Window Rock, Arizona,
NACE also has four other
locations in Arizona - Cam-
eron, Chinle, Kayenta, and
Navajo National Monument
with three other locations
in New Mexico - Alamo,
Gallup, and Shiprock. NACE
offers customer convenience
to shop each of their store
locations on the Navajo
Reservation and welcomes
online orders at www.
gonavajo.com. NACE is the location to
purchase with confidence when it comes to
hand-made Navajo arts and crafts.
Saving Time. Free adm. 928-755-3475
MAY 14 WHITERIVER
Elderfest 2009
Chief Alchesay Activity Center - Tribe
honors local and statewide elders, fun
walk 8a, traditional & contemporary
entertainment 9a-3p, lunch, arts & crafts,
FREE to elders 55 & up, others $10/$5.
928-338-2554
MAY 15 FORT APACHE
15th Anniv Celebration for Tribal Office
of Tourism
Fort Apache - 5K run/fun walk, pancake
b’fast, horseshoe tournament, free tours of
fort, 7a-7p. Concert 6p, adm $5 per vehicle,
“Apache Spirt” and “Clan Destine II” per-
form. Open to public. 928-338-1230
MAY 16 FORT APACHE
Fort Apache Heritage Reunion
Fort Apache - Apache performances,
incl Apache Crown Dancers. Procession,
speakers, arts & craft/food vendors,
guided tours of historic bldg’s, free adm,
9a-4p. 928-338-4625
MAY 30-31 GRANTS -ZUNI -GALLUP, NM
Ancient Way Arts Festival Market
Regional Arts Trail - Arts festivals, mar-
kets, open studios & more along Hwy’s
53 & 602. Zuni event features arts market,
traditional dances, demos, 10a-5p.
www.ancientwayartstrail.com
JUN 6-7 PINETOP
12th Hon-Dah Pow Wow in the Pines
Hon-Dah Resort Casino & Conference
Center - Tribal dancers & drummers com-
pete. Native American arts, crafts, food &
vendors. Free adm. 800-929-8744

Shopping RB Burnham & Co

Navajo Arts & Crafts Enterprise Stores Native Auctions 2009 SuMMeR SChedule
Cameron, AZ 86020
Highway 89 & 64 May 9 - Hubbell Trading Post,
928-679-2244 Ganado, AZ
Chinle, AZ 86503 www.friendsofhubbell.org
Highway 191 & Route 7
928-674-5338 May 30 - Pagosa Springs, CO
www.pagosafiberfestival.com
Kayenta, AZ 86033
Highway 160 & 163 June 13 - Coconino Center for
928-328-8120 the Arts, Flagstaff, AZ
www.culturalpartners.org
Tonalea, AZ 86044
Highway 160 ST RD 564 July 24 & 25 - 11th Annual Smoki
928-672-2600 Museum Indian Art & Navajo Rug
Window Rock, AZ 86515 Auctions, Prescott, AZ
Highway 264 & Route 12 www.smokimuseum.org
928-871-4090
www. gonavajo.com 928.688.2777 www.rbburnhamtrading.com
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Red Feather Lodge GRAND CANYON

PET FRIENDLY LODGING 106 N. Hwy 64
800-538-2345
Reg. $50 deposit refundable
$10 per day fee
www.redfeatherlodge.com No size restrictions

Size
= PET FRIENDLY LOCATION
COLORADO RIVER REGION

Rest
Clarion Suites Yuma YUMA

rict
ARIZONA
2600 S. Fourth Ave,
•

ions
FLAGSTAFF 928-726-4830, 866-SEE-YUMA
www.clarionyuma.com $25 per night per pet
COMFORT INN
2355 S Beulah Blvd, 800-490-6562, www.comfortinnflagstaff.com • • • PS C •
GRAND CANYON CENTRAL SOUTHERN
Glendale Tombstone Boarding House, TOMBSTONE
Grand Canyon National Park Lodges Ramada Inn B&B Inn
888-29-PARKS, www.grandcanyonlodges.com • RL • • 7885 W. Arrowhead Towne Center Dr., 85308 108 N. Fourth St.
623-412-2000 520-457-3716, 877-225-1319 $10 per pet per night
Red Feather Lodge www.ramada.com www.tombstoneboardinghouse.com
106 N. Hwy 64, 800-538-2345, www.redfeatherlodge.com • • • • • • No size or breed restrictions, $10 per pet per night. REGIONAL
GREEN VALLEY
InnSuites AZ,CA,TX
Nov - WHITE MOUNTAINS AZ, CA, TX
Inn at San Ignacio
1861 W. Demetrie Loop, 520-393-5700,
Feb
only Reed’s Lodge SPRINGERVILLE 1-888-INNSUITES • •
www.innatsanignacio.com • • • • • • • • 514 E Main
Bear Creek Motel & Cabins NM
800-814-6451
www.k5reeds.com 88 Main St. Pino Altos, NM 88053,
LAKE HAVASU CITY
Silver Creek Inn-Rodeway Inn TAYLOR
505-388-4501, 1-800-413-5024 • •
Hampton Inn
245 London Bridge Rd., 928-855-4071, www.zmchotels.com • L • • PS • • • 825 N. Main St. • info@bearcreekcabins.com
928-536-2600
The Nautical Beachfront Resort
1000 McCulloch Blvd. N., 800-892-2141, www.nauticalinn.com • • • • PS • •
www.choicehotels.com EMERGENCY PET CARE
Best Western Paint Pony Lodge SHOW LOW

PAYSON 581 W. Deuce of Clubs •
928-537-5773
Mazatzal Hotel and Casino www.bestwestern.com/paintponylodge
Hwy 87, Milepost 251, 800-777-7529, www.777play.com • RL • PS • S W
PHOENIX NORTH VCA Animal Referral & MESA
Hotel San Carlos
202 N. Central Ave., 1-866-253-4121, www.hotelsancarlos.com • RL • P S W
Econo Lodge
1706 N. Park Drive
WINSLOW Emergency Center of AZ •
928-289-4687 1648 N Country Club Dr,
PRESCOTT www.econolodge.com 480-898-0001
www.vcaareca.com
Springhill Suites by Marriott
• RL • •
“It’s a Doggone Dry Heat!”
200 E. Sheldon St., 928-776-0998, www.springhillsuitesprescott.com P C W

Residence Inn by Marriott

3599 Lee Circle, 928-775-2232 www.marriott.com /prcri • • • • PS • C WI
TUCSON Tips to Safeguard Your Pets
Inn Suites
475 N. Granada 520-622-3000 www.innsuites.com • • • • • • • • • • Many people that visit our VCA Animal Referral &
Inn Suites state actually enjoy the heat Emergency Center of Arizona
6201 N. Oracle Rd. 520-297-8111 www.innsuites.com • • • • • • • • • • because of our very low humid- 480-898-0001, www.vcaareca.com
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