az tourist new quarterly april 2011
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Arizona's Tourist event calendar guide Magazine in both print and onlineTRANSCRIPT
“Centennial Celebration”
Neon Trees • April 14 Anberlin •April 15
Cheap Trick • April 16
Michael Salgado • April 22
Los Tigres del Norte April 24
Boyz II Men • April 17
Foghat • April 20
Easton Corbin • April 23
PimaCounty Fairapril 14-24, 2011
April - June 2011
FESTIVALSApril - JulyPages 4 - 7
REGI0NALTRAVELPage 21
NATIVE AmERIcANPage 14
LODGING &PET FRIENDLYPage 2
RV RESORTS & cAmPGROUNDSPages 21-23
STATEWIDEmAPPage 12-13
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Arizona centennial countdown ........................................5central Arizona ........................................................ 10-11events, Featured ...................................................... 12-13 April events ..................................................................4 May events ................................................................4-6 June events ...............................................................6-7 July events ...................................................................7Grand canyon .................................................................2 0lodging ............................................................................ 2Mesa .............................................................................. 11Native American culture ................................................ 14
Northern AZ............................................................... 14-20Pet Friendly Arizona ..........................................................2Prescott........................................................................18rim country ................................................................... 19rV resorts & campgrounds......................................... 21-23southern Arizona ...........................................................8-9sW region ....................................................................21statewide Map .......................................................... 12-13Tucson ..............................................................................9White Mountains ....................................................... 14-15
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Pima County Fair april 14-24, 2011
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It’s hard to imagine 100 years out here in the (not so) Old West…and even
harder to picture that our very own Pima County Fair began the year before Arizona became a state! Held in October of 1911, the first fair was three days long, took place at elysian Grove - an area near the present day I-10 and Convention Center, and admission was 50 cents. 100 years of fun later, the Pima County Fair is still going strong! Check out the time tunnel in the Centennial exhibit for tons of photos and interesting tidbits of information to see how things have changed over the decades.
Still the Same… One thing that never changes, however, is the fact that the Pima County Fair one of southern Arizona’s most popular and affordable events. FRee with the low admission of $8.00 adults and $2.00 children 6-10 is a whole host of amazing acts and eIGHT concerts! Another unchanging fact is that the traditions of a county fair bring back childhood memories for most of us… that overwhelming sensory overload of crowds, noise, smells, our first carnival rides, cotton candy, maybe the pride of winning with homegrown vegetables or lovingly raised livestock. What can beat it?
Bring your own kids or the child within and enjoy it all over again! Back by popular demand are elephant rides, horse shows, petting zoo and pony rides, Tyzen-Hypnosis that Rocks, the Demoli-tion Derby, lots of commercial vendors, 4/H livestock and much more.
Now this is Entertainment! Don’t miss the Original Synners Stunt Show Spectacular, which combines clas-sic and modern circus sideshow stunts, magic, escapes, western whip tricks, knife throwing, comedy and audience participa-tion. They have appeared on TV with Jay Leno and Jerry Springer. Now you can see them too! Check out the Sea Lion Splash and laugh at the antics of Zoey, who swims around the pool with her orange cone on her head, or Sparky, who loves to chase the water hose and steal fish, or Kim, who enjoys picture time the most.
Nancy Kobert’s Amazing World of Birds is back with a new twist. The theme is “Under Construction” and the birds are helping to build the new set. The show includes lots of colorful, amazing tricks and hilarious talking segments.
What’s New? every year the Pima County Fair sur-prises us with things new and wonderful and 2011 is no exception. Besides the Cen-tennial year exhibits, you can experience mind reading with Magic of the Mind, Hunter Jumper shows, the Underwater Sea exhibit and TWO additional concert performances for a total of 8 great nights of music.
That’s Right - EIGHT concerts!
Kicking off on April 14 is Neon Trees, whose Mercury/Island Def Jam debut al-bum “Habits” delivers music with timeless rock energy and spirit. Their songs are all about forgiveness, love and passion; their logo is a human heart with wings. Their favorite thing “is playing live shows” … come hear them at the Fair. Next is alternative rock band Anberlin in concert on April 15. Although identi-fied as a Christian band, they do not in-clude explicitly religious messages in their music. Their two most recent major label albums are “New Surrender” and “Dark is the Way, Light is a Place”. April 16th brings Cheap Trick to the concert stage. They have been blending elements of pop, punk and metal since the ‘70s with classics such as “I Want You to Want Me”, “Surrender”, and “The Flame”. Don’t miss this group with 40 gold and platinum recording awards! Boyz II Men, the best-selling R&B group of all time, perform on April 17. This four-time Grammy winning act has sold over 60 million recordings. Their Decca label debut album “Motown: A Journey Through Hitsville USA” took the international music scene by storm. On Wednesday, April 20th, Foghat takes to the stage. Formed in 1971, the band’s blend of blues and rock made them world famous with hits like “Fool for the City” and “Foghat Live”. A new generation of fans is discovering their music on Guitar Hero III and movies like “Dazed & Confused”, “Wild Hogs” and Halloween II”. Next is Michael Salgado in concert on April 22. First appearing at the age of seven, Michael has become the most outstanding singer/ songwriter in the Te-jano music genre. A passionate accordion player, he has sold more than 2 million albums including the multi award win-ning “Cruz de Madera”. Easton Corbin wants “to make great country music” and you can hear him do that on April 23rd. Born and raised in ru-ral Florida, Corbin’s first album includes cuts from Nashville’s top songwriters: “A Little More Country than That”, “The Way
Love Looks” (which he co-wrote), “Roll with It” and more. Finishing with a bang, the final concert on April 24 stars the world famous Los Tigres del Norte. Known as the “leading voice of the immigrant community”, they have combined the polka rooted Norteño sound with lyrics of social conscience. In their nearly 40-year career, they have won multiple GRAMMY and LATIN GRAM-MY awards.
Helpful Hints Make the most of your visit to the fair by some pre-planning! Remember that Saturdays and Sundays often have high attendance, so to avoid peak traffic time, schedule your arrival before 2 pm. Wednesday and Thursdays are crowded due to Wristband Night promotions...so if carnival rides are not your thing, choose other evenings to attend. On a budget? Check out the discount days in the “high-lights box” below.
Join us in our 100th Year! What a milestone this is, and what a great year to enjoy all that makes up a county fair. Come have fun at our Centen-nial Celebration!
April 14: Neon Trees in concert 8 pm. Plus it’s Wristband Day! Purchase a $25.00 Wrist-band for unlimited rides!
April 15: Anberlin in concert at 8 pm.
April 16: Cheap Trick in concert at 8 pm. Arizona Street Machines Car Show, wine tasting , tractor pulls and Figure 8 racing .
April 17: Boyz II Men in concert at 7:30 pm. Low Rider Car Show 10-3.
April 18: DISCOUNT DAY! $2.00 parking! $2.00 admission! Senior Celebration Day with activities from 12-2. Gospel performances later in the evening.
April 19: DISCOUNT DAY! $2.00 rides and $2.00 games at the Carnival starting 3 pm! Enjoy $2.00 fair food menu items from 4-6.
April 20: DISCOUNT DAY! FREE admission from 12-3 with any Wendy’s combo meal receipt. Foghat in concert tonight at 7:30 and it’s Wristband Day. Pur-chase a $25.00 wristband for unlimited rides!
April 21: DISCOUNT DAY! Free admission 12-3 with two cans of food for the food bank. Wristband Day. Purchase a $25.00 wristband for unlimited rides!
April 22: Michael Salgado in concert at 8 pm. Military Appreciation Day! $2.00 admission with ID. The BLM Wild Horse and Burro Adoption starts today.
April 23: Easton Corbin in concert at 8 pm. Tractor pulls, Demolition Derby , Large stock auc-tion 11:45 am. The Touring T’s and Model A Car Show, wine tasting.
April 24: Los Tigres del Norte in concert at 7:30 pm. Final tractor pulls, small stock auction 2 pm.
Pima County Fair HighlightsPIMA COUNTY FAIRGROUNDS
Houghton Rd. one mile South of I/10 Exit #275
Gate HoursWeekdays: NoonWeekends: 10 am
Carnival Hours Mon. - Fri.: 3 pmSat. & Sun.: 11 am
Admission Adults: $8.00Children 6 - 10: $2.005 & under: FREE
Parking: $5.00
Information Line: 520-762-FAIR
www.PimaCountyFair.com
Pima County Fair april 14-24, 2011
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APR 16-17 SEDONABell Rock Plaza Art & Craft Show Bell Rock Plaza - 35 to 50 artists showing fine art paintings, sculpture, jewelry, hats, leather, wood furniture, clothing, pottery, much more, 10a-5p. 928-284-9627
APR 17 TUCSONGreater Arizona Bicycle Swap MeetFourth Ave - everything about or for bikes; clothing, gear, bicycles of every description, parts, great prices & selection, free adm, 6a-1p. 520-624-5004, www.fourthavenue.org
APR 23 SHOW LOWCito Geocache EventShow Low City Park - Part of earth Day celebration. Begins 9a with cookout to follow. www.geocaching.com
APR 23-24 SEDONABell Rock Plaza Art & Craft ShowBell Rock Plaza - 35 to 50 artists showing fine art paintings, sculpture, jewelry, hats, leather, wood furniture, clothing, pottery, much more, 10a-5p. 928-284-9627
APR 24 PAYSONEaster Buffet Mazatzal Casino - Slow Roasted Prime Rib of Beef, Virginia Baked Ham, Salmon & more, 11a-8p, $14.95, Children 6-10 years $7. 800-777-7529
APR 28-MAY 1 COTTONWOODAnnual Verde Valley Birding & Nature FestivalDead Horse Ranch State Park - Field trips, guided walks, workshops, exhibits, vendors. NeW trips every year. Keynote speaker is David Sibley, author and il-lustrator of the Sibley Guide to Birds. Register starting Feb. 1: www.birdyverde.org; Info: 928-282-2202
APR 29-MAY 1 SIERRA VISTAFestival of the SouthwestVeterans Memorial Park - Carnival, live music, entertainment, food & craft vendors. Fri. 4p-11p, Sat. Noon-11p, Sun. Noon-5p. Free adm. 5K Mutt March Sat. 7:30a, $10. Regis: 520-538-0836; carnival tickets: 520-533-2404
APR 29-MAY 1 SELIGMAN-KINGMAN-TOPOCK24th Annual Historic Route 66 Fun RunOpen to all street legal vehicles. 125-mile pleasure cruise includes Show-N-Shine, live entertainment, dinner/dance, vendors. 928-753-5001
APR 29-MAY 1 BENSONBluegrass in the ParkLions Park - Workshops, jam sessions, great lineup of bands including eddie & Martha Adcock, Karl Shiflet & Big Company and more, call for ticket information. RV Camping free with 3-day pass. 520-586-2842
APR 29-MAY 1 SEDONASedona Factory Outlet Fine Art & Craft ShowFactory Outlets, Hwy 179, Village of Oakcreek - 35 to 50 artists showing fine art paintings, sculpture, jew-elry, hats, leather, wood furniture, clothing, pottery, much more, 9a-6p. 928-284-9627
APR 29-MAY 1 SUNSITESCochise Days 2011Talent Show Fri night, Sat parade 10a, car show; also during the weekend will be continuous entertainment, 60 vendors, BBQ, art displays, street dance, wine tast-ing and golf tournament. FRee adm. 520-826-3535
APR 30 ELGIN33rd Annual Blessing of Sonoita Vineyards Festival Sonoita Vineyards - Blessing at noon, $15 admission incl’s souvenir glass, wine tasting, food/wine pairings, winery tours. Lunch, horseback rides & wagon rides for additional cost. 10a-4p. 520-455-5893
APR 30 PAYSONBeeline Cruise-In Car ShowGreen Valley Park - Take a leisurely stroll through over 300 classic cars. Presented by Rim Country Clas-sic Auto Club. Raffles, a 50-50 drawing, oldies music, vehicle judging/ awards, vendors, 8a-5p. 928-474-5242, ext 7, www.paysonrimcountry.com
APR 30 TUCSONTucson Street Rod Association’s Rodders DaysFourth Ave - See 250+ hot rods on display. 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
APR 1-3 TUCSONFourth Avenue Spring Street Fair Fourth Ave - 400+ arts & crafts artisans, 40 food ven-dors, 2 big music stages, kids art pavilion, 10a-dusk, free adm. 520-624-5004, www.fourthavenue.org
APR 1-3 TUCSON2nd Annual Wild West DaysOld Tucson Studios - Celebrating the movie “Tomb-stone” w/ Native American and Western performanc-es and Old Tucson’s famous gunfights and saloon musicals. www.OldTucson.com, 520-883-0100
APR 8-9 PIMAAnnual Heritage Days Fri. BBQ 5-7p, Sat. Cowboy Breakfast 7-9a, Farm Museum & Main Museum displays, entertainment. Quilt show both days. 928-485-3032
APR 8-10 CAVE CREEKFiesta Days WeekendCave Creek Memorial Arena - WPRA Rodeo Fri, PRCA Rodeo performances Fri & Sat evenings, Sun afternoon. Mutton Bustin’, rodeo dances & parade. For times, locations, prices: 480-488-4043
APR 8-10 CAVE CREEKFiesta Days/Rodeo Weekend Art, Craft & MoreFrontier Town (Smoke House & eatery), 6245 e. Cave Creek Rd. - A variety of art, craft & other exhibits. Fri. & Sat. 10a-5p, Sun. 10a-4p, free admission & parking. 602-789-7222
APR 9 MORRISTOWN4th Annual Grand Desert Days FestivalHwy 60 & Castle Hot Springs Rd - Classic car dis-plays, parade, arts & crafts, Dutch Oven Cookoff, live entertainment, old fashioned games for all ages, AZ authors book signings, free, 9a-4p. 623-341-5977
APR 9-10 CAMP VERDEHistory of the SoldierFort Verde State Historic Park - A living history timeline of military and civilian encampments up to the present day, incl’s re-enactments. $4 adults, $2 ages 7-13, 6 & under free. Park hours: 8a-4:30p. 928-567-3275
APR 14-24 TUCSONPima County Fair, Centennial CelebrationDon’t miss this combination of carnival, livestock, displays, great attractions, demolition derby, vendors, BLM Wild Horse & Burro Adoption & fabulous con-certs, $8/$2. 520-762-FAIR; Pimacountyfair.com
APR 15-16 EAGARChrome in the Dome Classic Car ShowRound Valley HS Dome - Indoor “Show and Shine” - Fri: regis. Sat: show, awards, vendors. Join us for food, fun, fantastic cars and the Az Centennial Copper Chopper! $2 adm, Fri. starts 5p, Sat. 8a-4p. 866-733-2123
APR 15-17 MIAMIMiami BoomTown SpreeBullion Plaza Park - Arizona State Mining Champion-ship, Copper Crawl 5K & 13K hill runs, parade, street fair, live entertainment, stair climb, bed races, Fri 5-9p, Sat 9a-9p, Sun 10a-5p, free adm. 928-473-4185
APR 15-17 WINSLOWWinslow Railroad Days Downtown - Model trains from all over the region, several layouts, railroad history, vendors and more. Come visit this genuine railroad town! 928-289-2434, www.winslowarizona.org
APR 16 ORACLE26th Annual Oracle Oaks FestivalOracle Community Center - Carnival, parade, car show, art & craft vendors, book sale, live music, raffles, food vendors & BBQ, 9a-late afternoon & beyond. 520-896-9326
APR 16 YUMA4th Annual ARTbeat Historic Downtown Yuma, Yuma Art Center, 254 S Main Street - Juried, outdoor fine art exhibit, 50+ local, regional & international artists. Music, performing art-ists, refreshments, 9a-3p, free adm. 928-373-5202
APR 16 WICKENBURGNatureFestHassayampa River Preserve, US Hwy 60, milepost 114 - A day of outdoor fun for the entire family. Live birds, animals & snakes, nature crafts, recycling info, desert hike & more, 8a-2p, $5 adults, kids free. 928-684-2772
APR 30 MARICOPA7th Annual Salsa FestivalPacana Park, 1900 N. Porter Rd - Salsa competition, live music, beer and margarita garden, kids zone, junior salsa bar, salsa lessons, $1,000 for best overall salsa, also artist’s alley, free adm, 4-9p. 520-568-9098
APR 30 GOLDEN VALLEYEarth Day Festival Chamber of Commerce, 3395 N Verde Rd - Informa-tional seminars, earth recycled friendly crafts, prod-ucts/rebates/hybrids, vendors, food, music, 9a-9p, free adm. 928-565-3311
APR 30 GLOBECity of Globe Cinco de Mayo 2011 Historic Downtown - Mariachis, Ballet Folklorico groups, 30+ food vendors, a beer garden and the bands “iMas” and “Imagine”. Crowning of the 2011 Reina de Las Flores Pageant. 10a-10p, free adm. www.globeaz.gov
APR 30-MAY 1 SEDONAAnnual Open Studios Tour by Sedona Visual Artists’ CoalitionMeet the artists on free, self guided tour of their studios; demonstrations, refreshments, 10a-5p, maps available at www.SedonaArtistsCoalition.org. 928-203-0375 or 516-528-1124
APR 30-MAY 1 PINEMay Day Gardening CelebrationA gardening funfest filled with gardening ideas, products, crafts and services; Salsa Challenge on Sat 11a; music, activities for children & more. Free adm, Sat 9-5, Sun 9-4. 928-476-3655
APR 30-MAY 1 DOUGLASCinco de Mayo Hot Air Balloon Festival Fairgrounds - Hot air balloon flights daybreak both days, evening “glow” Sat night. Also Sat: battle of rock bands (AM), reenactment of Battle of Puebla, kite-flying competition, dance under the stars 6-10p. Both days pancake b’fast, vendors, food. Sun finish approx 1p. 520-364-3819
MAY 6-7 PAGEPage/Lake Powell Cruisin’ Fri: Cruise to Antelope Point Marina. Sat: Page City Park - Show with all Makes, Models, Years of Trucks, Cars & Motorcycles welcome, also vendors. www.pagechamber.com, [email protected], 928-645-2741
MAY 6-7 ZUNI, NMMothers’ Day & Graduation Arts MarketZuni 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 7 PAYSON16th Annual Wildlife Fair Green Valley Park - Come join the Arizona Game and Fish Department for free fishing with loaner rods, ex-otic animal displays and much more, free adm, 9a-3p. 928-474-5242 ext 7, www.paysonrimcountry.com
MAY 7 ASH FORK15th Annual Ash Fork Pioneer DayADOT historic bldg, West end next to Ashfork Inn - Parade 9:30a, Chili Cookoff - judging at 11a, arts & crafts and more. It’s a fun day, join us at the Historical Museum 10a-3p, free adm. 928-637-2413
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Annual Sonoita Horse Races MAY 7-8 SONOITA
The Santa Cruz County Fair & Rodeo Asso-ciation welcomes you to the races! There will be live Quarter horse & Thoroughbred wager-
ing both days as well as simulcast wagering from the Kentucky Derby and Turf Paradise. Merchandise and food concessions will be on site offering everything from cowhides to curly fries. In celebrating the Kentucky Derby we will have a best hat contest and kids stick horse races and prizes on Saturday, May 7. The bar will be serving Mint Juleps in a collector’s glass and many more of your favorite beverages. Come on out to cool Sonoita and have a great time - bring the whole family! Admis-sion is $4.oo adults, children 12 & under are free. Military Day will be Sunday, May 8 - free admission with military ID.
520-455-5553www.sonoitafairgrounds.com
1st Annual Cinco de MayoHot Air Balloon Festival APR 30-MAY 1 DOUGLAS
The Cochise County Fair Association welcomes you to the First Annual Cinco de Mayo Hot Air Balloon Festival at the Cochise County fairgrounds April 30th and May 1st. Gates open at 5am, admission is
$5.00 adults / $2.00 under 18. Balloons are scheduled to launch at dawn on both days (weather permitting). There will also be an evening “GLOW” on Sat., a favorite for photographers. Other special Saturday activities include a battle of the bands contest (AM), a kite flying competition, and a dance under the stars 6-10pm. Don’t miss the reenactment of the Battle of Puebla performed by students from local schools and sponsored by the Mexican Consul in Douglas. Both days offer a pancake breakfast and lots of craft and food vendors to enjoy. The event will finish approx. 1 pm Sunday.
520-364-3819www.cochisecountyfair.org
DISCLAIMeR: AZ Tourist News makes every effort to verify that the information on events we print is accurate. However, details can change up to the last
minute. We advise that you call and confirm that ALL information is correct.
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MAY 7 CHLORIDE All Town Yard SaleCitizens of Chloride & surrounding communities, lots of bargains on antiques & general treasures, gunfight re-enactments, bake sale. Pick up a map of sale loca-tions at the Visitor Center. 928-565-4888
MAY 7 KINGMAN10k/5k Race & 3 Mile Walk for HospicePowerhouse Visitor Center on Route 66 - Run through historic downtown Kingman, $25 adult & $15 child before May 1st, $30 thereafter for adults. Benefits KRMC Hospice. 928-681-8656, azkrmc.com
MAY 7 WILLIAMSWilliams Airport Fly-InHeld in conjunction with National Train Day down-town. Air displays, flight simulators, WINGS presen-tations, vendors, food and family fun! 800-863-0546
MAY 7 PARKERColorado River Music Fest La Paz County Park - Musical styles indigenous only to the USA! enjoy listening and dancing to everything from Blues to Soul and Old School Rock & Roll to Mardi Gras Zydeco! Food vendors. Gates open 10a, bands play 11a-5p. Ticket info: 928-669-6511
MAY 7-8 ST. DAVIDFiesta de la PrimaveraHoly Trinity Monastery - 140 arts & crafts vendors, variety of meals avail, entertainment, mass on Sat & Sun, raffles, gift shop, Monastery bakery, thrift store, Sat 10-5, Sun 10-4, $3 parking. 520-720-4642
MAY 7-8 PRESCOTT25th Annual Prescott Fine Art & Wine FestivalCourthouse Plaza - Mt Artists Guild juried show with 140 fine artists, live entertainment, Art of Arizona Wine with tastings in the Wine Garden, Kids ArtZ-one. Sat. 9-5 & Sun. 9-4, free adm. 928-445-2510
MAY 7-8 CHINO VALLEY7th Annual Mother’s Day Art & Wine FestivalGranite Creek Vineyards & Winery, 2515 N. Rd 1 east - Treat Mom! View and shop local artists’ booths, listen to live music, enjoy delicious food & wine served at the scenic, historic farm and vineyards, 11a-5p. 928-636-2003
MAY 7-8 SONOITA96th Annual Sonoita Horse Races Santa Cruz Fairgrounds - Live Quarter horse & Thor-oughbred wagering, simulcast wagering from Ken-tucky Derby (on 7th) and Turf Paradise. Traditional mint juleps! Concessions on ground. Post time 1p, $4/adults, ages 12 & under free. 520-455-5553
MAY 7-8 WILLIAMSGrand Canyon Railway Presents: National Train DaySpecial locomotive & caboose tours and model train layouts; also live entertainment, classic car show, antique tractor display, and a special running of the Cataract Creek Rambler Steam engine. 800-863-0546
MAY 8 PAYSONMother’s Day Buffet Mazatzal Casino - Our soup & salad bar, Herbed Prime Rib, and roasted Virginia Ham with all the trimmings, 11a-8p. 800-777-7529
MAY 13-14 KINGMANKABAM Book Festival Fri Night: Poetry competition & SLAM! featuring nationally ranked slam poets and local contenders in front of Rednecks BBQ, downtown Kingman, 7p. Sat: Book Festival, Metcalf Park, 315 W. Beale St - Fun, food, books, music & more, 10a-4p. 928-692-5790
MAY 13-15 PAYSONPayson Art League ‘Neath the Rim’ Open Studio Tour29 juried artists exhibiting in 17 studio locations, fine art and fine craft. Demonstrations, refreshments, 10a-5p daily, map at chamber and library, free adm. 928-472-8651
MAY 14 MAYERMayer Daze Come join the fun that surrounds Big Bug Creek - Parade 9a, breakfast to benefit Meals on Wheels 8:30a, pit BBQ 11a, craft booths, entertainment, vendors, dance w/live band 8p. 928-632-9193
MAY 14 GANADO Native American Art Auction Hubbell Trading Post - 400+ items incl weav-
ings, Pueblo Katsina dolls, pottery, paintings, baskets. Preview 9-11a, auction noon - Daylight Saving Time. Also outdoor market. Free adm. 928-755-3475
MAY 14 FORT APACHE12th Annual Fort Apache Heritage ReunionProcession, speakers, performances including
Apache Crown Dancers, arts & craft/ food vendors, guided tours of historic bldg’s, Key Ingredients food exhibit from Smithsonian, horseshoe tournament, free adm, 9a-4p. 928-338-4625
MAY 14 WINDOW ROCKZooFest Navajo Nation Zoological & Botanical Park -
Only tribal zoo in the US; learn about animals and plants native to the Navajo Nation, tour a hogan, handmade arts & crafts, zoo games, inflatable games. Door prize, free adm, 9a-6p. 928-871-6574
MAY 14-15 SEDONABell Rock Plaza Art & Craft ShowBell Rock Plaza - 35 to 50 artists showing fine art paintings, sculpture, jewelry, hats, leather, wood furniture, clothing, pottery, much more, 10a-5p. 928-284-9627
MAY 14-15 GLOBECity of Globe Old West Days and Copper Dust Stampede Rodeo 2011Downtown, Sat only - Rodeo Parade 9a with the Wells Fargo Stagecoach, the Bill Williams Mountain Men, much more. Gunfights in the streets. Free adm. Rodeo at 5p Sat and 10a Sun. Adm $5, under 12 free. Sat night rodeo dance & live band at the Gila Co. Fairgrounds. www.globeaz.gov
MAY 15-21 KANAB, UT5th Annual Amazing Earthfest!Celebrate land and life on the Colorado Plateau with over 30 adventure and experiential learning events in Botany, Wildlife, Native Culture, Pioneer History, entertainment, Hiking, Cycling, Horseback Riding, Dinosaurs, Rock Art, Science, ethics, Astronomy and Documentary Films. Most events are free. www.amazingearthfest.com, 435-644-5033
MAY 19-21 PAYSONGary Hardt Memorial Spring RodeoPayson Multi event Ctr, Hwy 87 - Thurs: women’s Barrel Racing, entry a can of food. Fri & Sat: PRCA rodeo, adm. $14, $12 Srs, $10 kids, 7 & under free. Gates open 5p, show 7p. Rodeo dances at Oxbow Saloon. 928-474-9440
MAY 20-22 SEDONASedona Factory Outlet Fine Art & Craft ShowFactory Outlets, Hwy 179, Village of Oakcreek - 35 to 50 artists showing fine art paintings, sculpture, jew-elry, hats, leather, wood furniture, clothing, pottery, much more, 9a-6p. 928-284-9627
MAY 21 PAYSONAero FairPayson Municipal Airport - Classic & light sport aircraft. Vintage & classic cars. Airplane rides, crafts, food vendors, pancake breakfast (till 10:30a). FRee adm, 7:30a-2p. 928-472-4748
MAY 21 KINGMAN1st Annual Wine and Food FestivalFirefighter’s Park, 2201 Detroit Ave - Featuring Ari-zona Wineries, local restaurants, Arizona artists and local entertainment, 11a-6p. Adm: ages 21 & above $15, ages 10-20 $10. 928-757-3368
MAY 21 PAYSON‘A Taste of Italy’ Dinner ShowMazatzal Hotel & Casino - ‘A Taste of Italy’ with Singing Chef Andy LoRusso - a dinner show, 5-8 pm, tickets $40. 800-777-7529
MAY 21-22 JEROME46th Annual Historic Home & Building TourArizona’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: 928-634-2900
MAY 27-29 SILVER CITY, NM16th Annual Silver City Blues Festival Gough Park - FRee concerts with renowned blues musicians including Zac Harmon, Harry Manx, & The Reba Russell Band as well as regional and local performers and hundreds of vendors. 575-538-2505 or www.mimbresarts.org
MAY 28 PAGOSA SPRINGS, COPagosa Fiber Arts Festival Navajo Rug AuctionPagosa Community Center - Contemporary and
antique Navajo Rugs of all sizes and prices. Preview 10a, auction at 5p, free. www.pagosafiberfestival.com
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Destination May Events
Tickets available online: Adults: $20 Children Under 12: $5
Info 928-367-0240, or email [email protected] www.whitemountainsroundup.com.
July 15 & 16, 2011Blue Ridge High School
Cowboy Poetry, Music & Art
6TH ANNUAL
WHITE MOUNTAINS ROUNDUP
Tickets available online: Tickets available online:
Blue Ridge High School Blue Ridge High School
PINETOP-LAKESIDEJUL 15-16 White Mountains Roundup of Cowboy Poetry, Music & Art
Blue Ridge HS - Centen-nial honoree is Leland Nikolaus, 95, Show Low Pioneer Cowboy. Sat
concerts 2p & 7p starring Chris Isaacs, Juni Fisher, Randy Rieman and Gary McMahan. Tickets at box office/ online $20 adults, $5 kids. Western Art Invitational both days. www.whitemountainsroundup.com928-367-0240
20121912
“Countdown” to the
On February 14, 1912, President William Howard Taft signed the proclamation admitting Arizona into the Union as its 48th state. Fast forward to 2011 and get ready to party! From now through 2012, Arizona cities and towns are celebrating the history of their com-munities and our great state with events large and small, officially designated “Centennial” or
unofficial but heartfelt just the same. Keep an eye on this page for quarterly updates and make this the year that you will explore Arizona, seek out its far flung corners, meet your neighbors, and learn more about how we became the great 48th American state.
QUARTZSITE The small town of Quartzsite has a big dose of Centennial spirit! Understanding that the Centennial is most of all about
people, Quartzsite is bringing folks together all year long to take pride in their commu-nity and their state. events are planned every month to engage residents and visitors alike. The kick-off took place on Feb. 12, 2011 at the annual ATV Parade, followed by the Cake and Ice Cream Social on Feb. 14, 2011 to mark “one year and counting.” Come join in the festivities! How about
trying your hand at the Photo Scavenger Hunt? You have until May 1st to submit your photos and should you miss the deadline, the 2nd Scavenger Hunt begins May 5th. What’s a Photo Scavenger Hunt, you ask? Download “Prickly Pete” at www.QuartzsiteRocks.com and hold him next to one of the items in the hunt, such as the official Arizona State tree - the list can also be found on the website - and submit your photo! It’s a fun way to learn about Arizona, test your creativity and photography skills, and maybe win a prize. Plan ahead for the Grand Finale next Feb. 11th plus the 2012 Happy Birthday Arizona! party on Feb. 14th.
Apr. 23 Annual easter egg HuntApr. 29 Nature Week - education on desert
survival, tour of Celia’s Gardens, native desert plants, etc.
May 5 Cinco de Mayo Party in the Park, 2nd Scavenger Hunt begins
May 13 Music in the Park - FRee CONCeRTMay 28 Community Party in the Park - Live
Music, food, vendors, rock painting, penny auction.
June 10 Music in the Park - FRee CONCeRT with Paul Winer
June 11 Flag Retirement Ceremony by Opera-tion Hero Comfort
June 18 Old Fashioned Ice Cream SocialJuly 4 4th of July Community Party
at the Park
Events for this quarter:
CROWN KING JUN 18 Mining Days Festival
Celebrate the gold mining history that built the town of Crown King in the
cool Bradshaw Mountains. Local entertain-ment, good eats, gold panning, Historical Museum & oldest working Saloon in AZ. Buy raffle tickets to win a “genuine gold nugget”. 928-632-8583
JUN 30 Pony Express Re-enactment & Block PartyRe-enactment riders will arrive on Thurs. around 3-4p. Come enjoy the “Block Party” with BBQ/potluck, local musicians and Old Timers-Storytelling. Visit with the riders & horses and experience the history of the Pony express. www.officialponyexpress.org
A Living Ghost Townwith a Heart of Gold
CROWN KINGwww.crownkingfun.com
PEORIA JULY 4 City of Peoria 4th of July All American Fest & Centennial Celebration
Peoria Sports Complex- Live entertainment, games, inflata-bles, food, and activities on six entertainment zones through-
out the Complex. An entire zone will be dedicated to the Arizona Centennial with themed entertainment and activities. Gate opens 5p, adm. $5, 12 & under free. Fire works 9:15p. 623-773-8700, www.peoriaaz.gov/azcentennial
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JUN 4 FLAGSTAFFMuseum of Northern Arizona Navajo Rug Auction3101 N Fort Valley Rd - 200+ contemporary and
antique Navajo Rugs of all sizes and prices. Preview 9a-1p, auction at 2p, free adm. Consignments wel-come. www.culturalpartners.org
JUN 4-5 FLAGSTAFF22nd Annual Flagstaff Wool & Fiber Festival Pioneer Museum Arizona Historical Society - Dem-onstrations of sheep & goat shearing, felt making, spinning, weaving, dyeing and more; tools, wool & fiber, and fiber craft products for sale. Adm. for entry, 10a-4p. 928-774-6272
JUN 4-5 PRESCOTTFolk Arts FairSharlot Hall Museum - Demonstrations & hands-on opportunities to make and try frontier crafts. entertainment by fiddle bands, folksingers, dancers & more,10a-5p, adm $5, children free. 928-445-3122
JUN 4-5 PINETOP14th Annual Hon-Dah Pow Wow in the Pines Hon-Dah Resort Casino - Tribal dancers compete
in fancy dance, grass dance, drums & more; prize money of $35,000 with $7,000 for the drum contest. Native American art, craft & food vendors. Open to public. Free adm. Camping available. 800-929-8744
JUN 4-5 PAYSONPayson Arizona Loggers Sawdust Festival 21st AnniversaryCelebrating Payson’s logging heritage, a variety of events will test competitors to find the “Logger of the Year”. www.paysonrimcountry.com, 928-474-5242 x7
JUN 9-11 WILLIAMS2011 Arizona State H.O.G. RallyLive entertainment, bike games, poker walk and ven-dors are all part of this bike weekend in the cool pines of Northern Arizona. 928-635-1418
JUN 11-12 PINE21st Annual Strawberry FestivalPine/Strawberry Community Center & Ramada, 3886 N. Hwy 87 - Food, vendors, lots of strawberry treats, craft booths, entertainment and children’s activities. Sat. 9-5, Sun. 9-4, free adm. 928-476-3655
JUN 11-12 FLAGSTAFFFlagstaff Wine & Food Festival Fort Tuthill County Park - Sip fine Arizona wines & sample signature creations from N. Arizona’s finest restaurants. Live local bands. $15 adv /$20 at gate incl’s 5 tasting tickets & commemorative wineglass (for first 1,500 each day). Noon-6p. 866-977-6849
JUN 14-19 WILLIAMSCowpunchers Reunion Rodeo Williams Rodeo Grounds - Real working cowboys get together and put on a big rodeo for themselves; great fun to watch, daily 1p. Dance Fri & Sat. Adm: $5, kids 10 & under free. 928-853-6495
JUN 16-19 PRESCOTT VALLEY33rd Annual Prescott Valley Days Parade: Theme is “Celebrating Az’s Centennial”, live music, carnival, Balloon Festival, arts & crafts vendors, tractor pulls, motorcycle show, beer garden, pancake b’fast. 928-772-8857
JUN 17-18 WILLIAMS2011 Multi-Cultural Arts, Crafts & Antiques ExpoThis juried show will highlight the cultural diversity of area artists and crafters. Interactive art booths, crafts, antiques and live entertainment. 928-635-1418
JUN 18 PRESCOTTTsunami on the SquarePrescott Courthouse Plaza - Family fun with modern and global dance forms, performance art, music, outdoor theater and circus arts. Free, 12p-10p. 928-445-5540
Statewide AZ
Destination May / June Events
High Country Warbirds Fly-In JUN 25 VALLE-WILLIAMS
The High Country Warbirds Fly-in at Planes of Fame Air Museum, Valle Airport (25 miles
south of the Grand Canyon, intersection of Hwy 180 Hwy 64) is on June 25th. View aerial displays of vintage and mod-ern military aircraft and over 30 aircraft on display. If interested in taking a flight, join the museum membership program. The International P-38 Association will also hold their annual membership meeting at this time. Several World War II US Army Air Force personnel who flew the P-38 Light-ning fighter plane will attend. At the museum, you can view the German Messerschmitt 109 G, the Douglas AD1 Skyraider, the Grumman F3F fighter plane and General Douglas MacArthur’s personal transport plane. Hours are 8am-5pm. Admission is $8 and children $2. Food and craft vendors on site. Free parking.
928 635-1000www.planesoffame.org
“Made in the Shade” 18th Annual Beer Tasting FestivalJUN 25 FLAGSTAFF
Taste beer from breweries all over the Southwest on Saturday, June 25th from 1 - 5 pm at the Coconino County Fairgrounds, south
of Flagstaff off I-17 at the Flagstaff Airport exit. Last pour is at 5 pm. Purchase tickets at www.azbeer.com soon at $40/$50 the day of the event for a sou-venir mug, 24 tickets to exchange for beer samples, and live music. Food is available for purchase. VIP: $80/$90 at the door includes the above plus private VIP area with seat-ing, snacks, VIP line to restrooms, early entrance at noon. See www.azbeer.com. Designated Driver tickets are $20 at the event. No pets. No children. Must be 21. Must have ID. Free parking. The proceeds benefit Sun Sounds of Ari-zona, providing audio access to information normally published in print to persons who cannot read due to a disability.
928-779-1775www.azbeer.com
Greer Days 2011 JUNE 3-5 GREER
enjoy “A Little Slice of Heav-en” at Greer Days 2011 in
Arizona’s scenic and cool White Mountains. Festivities kick off at 4 pm on Friday, June 3, at the Molly Butler Lodge to recognize our grand marshal and enjoy an old Wild West Shootout followed by dining and dancing. On Saturday, there’s something for everyone: Main Street Parade, hay and trail rides, face painting and other children’s activities. There will be a horseshoe tourna-ment, talent show, Lucky Duck Race, fishing, eating contests, vendors galore, food and arts/crafts. There is the 2nd annual Family/Team Amazing Race and water balloon challenge. end the day by dining and dancing at a local Greer restaurant. Sunday, don’t miss a breakfast burro at the Rendezvous or a mountain size pancake breakfast at Greer Mountain Resort.
‘Neath the Rim Open Studio Tour Fine Art & Craft Show & Sale
May 13, 14, 15, 201110am-5pm
• Demonstrations • Refreshments
Free Admission, maps at Rim Country Chamber of Commerce (Hwy. 87 & Main)
The Payson Library, 328 N. McLane Rd.928-472-8651
Payson Art League
Bell Rock Plaza & Factory Outlet Arts & Crafts ShowsIn the Village of Oak Creek on Hwy 179, Gateway to Sedona
On your way to Sedona stop by and view the works of 45-60 artists.Works for sale include paintings, jewelry, leather, sculpture, pottery, and much more.
For more information call Donna • 928-284-9627 • www.bellrockartshows.com
Apr 16-17 Apr 23-24May 14-15 May 28-30
June 25-26
Bell Rock Plaza10am - 5pm
Factory Outlet9am - 6pm
Apr 8-10 Apr 29-May 1May 20-22 Jun 3-5
July 1-3
JUN 3-4 FLAGSTAFF28th Annual Sacred Mountain Prayer Run Fri: Gala to commemorate 40th year of NACA (Native Americans for Community Action), call for more info. Sat: Thorpe Park - 10K/5K Run through the Coconino Nat’l Forest. Races begin 7:30a. Visit virtu-alroster.com for pricing. 928-773-1245, ext 33
JUN 3-4 PRESCOTT2011 Quilt Show “Prescott Loves Quilting” Prescott High School Gym, 1050 N. Ruth St - Over 300 quilts, 30+ vendors, marketplace, Opportunity Quilt ticket sales, 9a-5p. Presented by Thumb Butte Quilters’ Guild. www.tbqguild.com
JUN 3-4 WILLIAMSBloomington Gold Corvette ToursCorvette enthusiasts from the region cruise through the Northland in over 100 shiny Corvettes. Car display Sat. night. 928-527-8388
JUN 3-5 GREERGreer Days 2011 Old fashioned Main St. Parade, horse-drawn wagon rides, horseshoe contest, fishing derby, talent show, eating contests, craft booths, raffles, live entertain-ment & kids activities. 928-735-7664
JUN 3-5 SHOW LOWShow Low Days 2011Show Low City Park - White Mountains Outdoor Recreation Show, Mountain Festival (arts & crafts fair) and White Mountain Business expo, 9a-8p daily. eAA Fly-In Breakfast Sat. 7-10a at Show Low Regional Airport. 928-537-2326
JUN 3-5 PAYSONPayson Arizona Mountain High GamesThe Southwest’s largest celebration of adventure sports combined with ATV trail rides and a massive outdoor expo. Register Online! www.paysonrimcountry.com or 928-474-5242 x7
JUN 4 PARKER34th Annual Great Western Tube FloatPatria Flats Park to BlueWater Resort & Casino - This year is a casino theme: “Let it Ride”. Float about 8 miles down the Colorado River. Cash prizes & tro-phies for many different categories of “floaters”. Regis. fee $15. 928-669-2174 JUN 4 GLENDALE11th Annual Family Farm DayTolmachoff Farms, 5726 N. 75th Ave - Farm fun w/U-pick garden, watermelon eating contest, train rides, picture on a pony, tomato cannon, petting zoo, crafts, food, more. NeW this year: children’s play area. 8a-2p, $5 adm for 2yr & up. www.tolmachoff-farms.com623-386-1301
JUN 4 WILLIAMSNational Trails Day Trail maintenance and educational hike; BBQ in the afternoon. Kaibab National Forest Williams Ranger district. 928-635-5660
JUN 4 SUPERIORCruz’n Main Car ShowMain St. - Classic Car cruise night. Call for more information. 520-689-0200
MAY 28-29 WILLIAMSRendezvous in Williams Buckskinners’ Traders Row w/tepees, tomahawk throw, vendors all weekend. Also on Sat: Memo-rial Day Parade 11a, 4-H BBQ 11a-1p. Sun. Fishing Derby. 800-863-0546
MAY 28-29 BISBEEBisbee Mineral Show Queen Mine - View and purchase extraordinary min-erals from renowned collections, tour Bisbee’s famous underground mine, 9a-5p. 520-432-2071
MAY 28-29 FLAGSTAFF 21st Zuni Festival of Arts & CultureMuseum of Northern Arizona - The A:shiwi or
Zuni people share Zuni language, lifeways, traditional music & dances. Be inspired by weavers, inlay jewel-ers, fetish carvers, potters & painters. 9a-5p, $7-$4, age 6 & under free. 928-774-5213
MAY 28-29 GRANTS -ZUNI -GALLUP, NM Ancient Way Arts Festival MarketArts festivals/markets, open studios & more
along Hwy’s 53 & 602. www.ancientwayartstrail.com * Zuni event features Native American arts market, traditional dances, artist demos, traditional foods - at our newly improved facility! 10a-5p. zunitourism.com MAY 28-29 CHINO VALLEYMemorial Weekend Bluegrass FestivalGranite Creek Vineyards & Winery, 2515 N. Rd 1 east - Listen to live bands, enjoy delicious food & wine served at the scenic, historic farm and vine-yards, 12 noon-5p. 928-636-2003
MAY 28-29 TUCSONCowboy Music FestivalOld Tucson Studios - A celebration of cowboy music and poetry. Scheduled artists include John Messenger, Tom Hiatt & the Sundown Riders, and The Bill Ganz Western Band. Daytime performances throughout the park 10a-6p with special concerts each evening. 520-883-0100, www.OldTucson.com
MAY 28-30 TOMBSTONE30th Annual Wyatt Earp Days Allen St. - In honor of the West’s famous lawman. Gunfighting Competition, Historic Costume Compe-tition, street entertainment daily 10a-4p, Chili Cook-off on Sun., raffle for replica firearm. 520-457-3511
MAY 28-30 FLAGSTAFFMemorial Weekend Fine Art & Craft FestivalWheeler Park, Aspen & Hwy. 180 (Humphrey) downtown - Unusual & decorative handcrafted art & craft. Sat. & Sun. 9a-5p, Mon. 9a-4p, free admission & parking. 602-789-7222
MAY 28-30 PRESCOTTAnnual Phippen Museum Western Art Show & SaleCourthouse Plaza - Int’l juried show, 120 of America’s greatest Western artists; Quick-draw Competition Sat & Sun 2p; Miniatures Show at museum. Sat & Sun 9-5, Mon 9-3. Free adm. 928-778-1385
MAY 28-30 TAYLORTaylor Trapper Days Pancake b’fast, memorial service, vintage tractor show, Pit Bull Terrier Weight Pull, BBQ, barrel racing, Taylor Country Show & Dance. No events on 29th. Mon, 30th: wagon rides, cowboy dinner, entertainment and tours of historic sites & homes. 928-536-7366
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JUN 18 CROWN KINGMining Days Festival Celebrate the gold mining history that built the town of Crown King in the cool Bradshaw Mountains. Lo-cal entertainment, good eats, gold panning, Historical Museum & oldest working Saloon in AZ. Buy raffle tickets to win a “genuine gold nugget”. 928-632-8583
JUN 19 TUCSONSUN-Day on the SolsticeVisit beautiful Kitt Peak National Observatory - Learn more about our most important star, THe SUN - what it is & how it works. Tour the world’s largest solar telescope, observe the Sun directly. Hands-on activities. 11a-3p. Reservations req’d. 520-318-8726
JUN 25 CHLORIDE Old Miner’s Day Parade & Festivities Parade High Noon, bake sale, live music, vendors, raffle, performances by gunfighter groups & more. Jim Fritz Museum will be open. Free adm. 928-565-9777
JUN 25 PAYSONComedian Jon ReepMazatzal Hotel & Casino - Comedian Jon Reep, Win-ner of ‘Last Comic Standing’, 6:30-7:30p, tickets $20. 800-777-7529
JUN 25 FLAGSTAFFMade in the Shade Beer Tasting Festival Coconino Co. Fairgrounds, I-17 at the Pulliam 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 25 VALLE-WILLIAMSHigh Country Warbirds Fly-InValle-Grand Canyon Airport - Antique & warbird fly-bys, P-38 Int’l Assoc. meets, Air Museum Planes of Fame, membership rides, gates open at 8a, adm $8, under 12- $2, free parking. 928-635-1000, www.planesoffame.org
JUN 25-26 SEDONABell Rock Plaza Art & Craft ShowBell Rock Plaza - 35 to 50 artists show fine art paint-ings, sculpture, jewelry, hats, leather, wood furniture, clothing, pottery, much more, 10a-5p. 928-284-9627
JUN 25-26 PRESCOTTPrescott Bluegrass Festival - 30th Anniversary!Courthouse Plaza - Weekend of family fun with camping and a variety of live bluegrass bands. Sat 10:30a-6p, evening concert 7-10p, Sun 10:30a-3p, FRee. www.prescottbluegrassfestival.com; 928-445-2000, ext 120
JUN 28-JUL 4 PRESCOTT124th Prescott Frontier Days®, Inc. World’s Oldest Rodeo® Rodeo Grounds - 8 breath-taking performances, Az’s largest rodeo parade, kiddie parade, fine arts & crafts show, rodeo and street dances, a Fourth of July cel-ebration & more. Info: 800-358-1888, Tickets: www.worldsoldestrodeo.com. 866-407-6336
JUN 30 CROWN KINGPony Express Re-enactment & Block PartyRe-enactment riders will arrive on Thurs. around 3-4p. Come enjoy the “Block Party” with BBQ/pot-luck, local musicians and Old Timers-Storytelling. Visit with the riders & horses and experience the his-tory of the Pony express. officialponyexpress.org
JUN 30-JUL 3 WILLIAMSRailhead Shooting CompetitionArizona Cowboy Shooters Assoc. event at the Wil-liams shooting range, vendors and banquet at Wild West Junction. www.acsainc.com
JUL 1-3 WILLIAMSNorthern Arizona BBQ Festival KCBS sanctioned BBQ cookoff Sat. and amateur backyard BBQ cookoff on Sun. Beer garden featuring regional micro breweries, street dance and kids’ zone all part of the 4th of July weekend. [email protected]
JUL 1-4 SPRINGERVILLE-EAGAR99th Annual Rodeo and 4th of July CelebrationFri: dance 9p. Sat: “Making of America” educational forum - U.S. Constitution, dance 9p. Mon the 4th: pancake b’fast 7a, Parade 10a, Sheriff ’s Posse Rodeo 12p, fireworks just after dusk. 928-333-2123
JUL 1-4 SHOW LOWFreedom FestMovie in the Park, Sidewalk Chalk Competition, Geocache event, on the 4th will be a parade, concert and fireworks at Show Low H.S. Also sports and kids games & activities. 928-532-4140
JUL 2-3 FLAGSTAFFIndependence Day Re-enactors RendezvousPioneer Museum - Living history groups: Civil War Artillery Unit, Mountain Men, craft demos including spinning, weaving, woodworking & camp cooking. Adm. for entry, 10a-4p. 928-774-6272
JUL 2-3 FLAGSTAFF 78th Annual Hopi Festival of Arts and CultureMuseum of Northern Arizona - Oldest Hopi show
in the world! Carvers, painters, jewelers, potters, quil-ters, basket weavers & more; cultural presentations, storytelling, music and dances; 9a-5p, $7-$4, age 6 & under free. 928-774-5213
JUL 2-3 CHINO VALLEYIndependence Day Celebration!Granite Creek Vineyards & Winery, 2515 N. Rd 1 east - Listen to live music, enjoy delicious food & certified organic wine served at the scenic, historic farm and vineyards. 928-636-2003
JUL 2-4 OVERGAARDFourth of July Festival in the Pines Tall Timbers Navajo County Park, Hwy 260 - Arts & crafts, food booths, live music, kids play area, games. Sat only: parade 11a, fireworks show 6p Mogollon HS (parking donation $10). Sat 12-7, Sun 10-5, Mon 10-3. Parking donation at park $5. 928-535-5777
JUL 3 GRAND CANYON Grand Canyon 4th of July Fun for the whole family Sunday the 3rd. Hotdog eating contest, bounce houses, tug-o-war, basketball & football challenges, live and silent auctions, electric Light Night Parade, outdoor dance w/live band. www.grandcanyonchamber.com, 928-638-2901
JUL 4 WILLIAMSHome Town 4th of July One of the longest parades in Northern Az starts at 6p, local Rotary BBQ, Kiwanis Korn Roast, ice cream social, steam engine runs all weekend, many more family activities. www.williamschamber.com
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DISCLAIMeR: AZ Tourist News makes every effort to verify that the information on events we print is accurate. However, details can change up to the last
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Start Your Summer Offin the cool pines of Prescott Arizona celebrating the
Prescott Bluegrass FestivalJune 25 & 26, 2011
Sat. 10:30 am – 6 pm, Evening concert 7-10 pmSun. 10:30 am – 3 pm
[email protected] • www.prescottbluegrassfestival.comEnjoy a weekend of family fun and entertainment
FREEIt’s fun, fantasticBest of all it’s
(928) 445-2000, ext. 120Dry camping is available, too.
in downtown Prescott’s beautiful tree-lined courthouse plaza
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Prescott Valley DaysJune 16-19, 2011
928-772-8857
Destination Prescott Valley! Tim’s Toyota Center andPrescott Valley Entertainment District
Parade, Live Music, Carnival, Arts and Crafts Vendors, Tractor Pulls, Motorcycle Show, Beer Garden, Radio Remotes, Pancake Breakfast, Balloon Festival
For event, lodging and community informationvisit: www.pvchamber.org
June 17• 6 pm – Prescott Valley Idol Competition
June 18• 5:45 am – Balloon Launch• 7 am – Pancake Breakfast• 9 am – Parade Theme “Celebrating Arizona’s Centennial”•12 pm – Family Entertainment & Demonstrations• 6 pm – Music and Band Entertainment, Dancing• 8:30 pm – Balloon Glow
June 19• 5:45 am – Balloon Launch• 9 am – Tractor Pull
23rd Annual 4th of July in the PinesJUL 2-4 OVERGAARD
The Heber-Over-gaard Chamber of Commerce presents a 3-day weekend spectacu-lar amidst the cool pines of Tall Tim-
bers Park, located on Hwy 260. Come check out the Rim’s best family experience! NeW this year are inflatables and games. The children’s play area opens on Satur-day along with the specialty arts, crafts and food village and daily live music and entertainment. These run through Monday. Saturday kicks off with the Main Street Parade at 11 am and concludes with live entertainment and the “best fireworks show on the mountain” at Mogollon HS starting at 6 pm (parking donation $10). A dance follows at Capps School in Heber. Cost: Inflatables from $1, parking dona-tion at Tall Timbers $5. Hours: Sat. 12-7, Sun. 10-5, Mon.10-3. Applications are available on our website at Community events link.
www.heberovergaard.org
JUL 4 PAYSONPayson Arizona Hometown 4th of July CelebrationGreen Valley Park - Foot Races, Fireworks, Kids games, Bouncy Houses and live music. www.paysonrimcountry.com or 928-474-5242 ext. 7
JUL 4 OATMAN21st Annual Sidewalk Egg Fry Contest begins at noon for the best edible sidewalk fried egg. Prizes awarded. Lots of activities all week-end long. Free adm. 928-768-1488
JUL 4 WINSLOWIndependence Day CelebrationChildren’s Patriotic Parade, a nostalgic style carnival, food vendors, talent show & more. Come see the largest fireworks display in N. Arizona shortly after dusk at emil Nasser Stadium accompanied by an amazing soundtrack of patriotic music. Donations accepted at gate. 928-289-2434
JUL 4 PEORIACity of Peoria 4th of July All American Fest & Centennial CelebrationPeoria Sports Complex– Live entertainment, games, inflatables, food, and activities on six entertainment zones throughout the Complex. An entire zone will be dedicated to the Arizona Centennial with themed entertainment and activities. Gate opens 5p, adm $5, 12 & under free. Fire works 9:15p. 623-773-8700, www.peoriaaz.gov/azcentennial
JUL 8-9 GALLUP, NM18th Annual Wild Thing Red Rock State Park - Thrilling action with non-stop bull riding championship performances, $25,000 in prize money, prizes for spectators also, spectacular fireworks display. Starts 8p each night. 505-863-5402
JUL 9 PARKERKLPZ 1380 AM FLOG™ Tournamentemerald 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 ben-efits a community organization. 928-669-9274
JUL 15 PINETOPAnnual Native American Art Festival Pre-ShowHon-Dah Conference Center - Showcases the
Native American Art Festival’s premier artists. Art raffles, hors d’oeuvres, no host bar, 6-9pm. Tickets $10 advance, $15 door. Tickets available through July 14 at the Pinetop-Lakeside Chamber. 928-367-4290
JUL 15-16 PINETOP-LAKESIDEWhite Mountains Roundup of Cowboy Poetry, Music & ArtBlue Ridge HS - Centennial honoree is Leland Niko-laus, 95, Show Low Pioneer Cowboy. Sat concerts 2p & 7p starring Chris Isaacs, Juni Fisher, Randy Rieman and Gary McMahan. Tickets at box office/ online $20 adults, $5 kids. Western Art Invitational both days. www.whitemountainsroundup.com928-367-0240
JUL 16-17 PINETOP24th White Mountain Native American Art Festival
Blue Ridge HS - Authentic Native American fine arts & crafts, artist demos, hoop dancers, storytelling, tal-ent show. Adults $5, children under 12 free. Sat 9-5, Sun 10-3. 800-573-4031
Grand Canyon 4th of JulyJUL 3 GRAND CANYON
It’s an Old Fash-ioned 4th of July celebration. This year’s festivities will be held on
SUNDAY JULY 3RD. Come and enjoy a fun filled day of fun and games for the whole family: hotdog eating contest, bounce houses for the kids, tug-o-war contests, gunny sack races, basketball and football challenges, live and silent auctions too. Then it’s our electric Light Night Parade. After the parade the festivities continue with one of our local bands that will kick off the rest of the evening with an outside dance and live music. Come and join us for a day filled with fun for the whole family. Check the website or call for all the details. We hope to see YOU at the Grand Canyon this 3rd of July.
928-638-2901www.grandcanyonchamber.com
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Wine, Farm Fresh Nuts & FudgeEastbound I-10, exit 362 (22 miles east of Willcox)
1-888-299-5951 or 520-847-2593www.fortbowievineyards.net
Fort Bowie Vineyards & Orchard ProductsLocated off I-10 in the spectacular rock
formations of Texas Canyon. Take Dragoon Road exit (#318) between
Benson and Willcox. Follow the signs!
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A world-class museum of Native American Art, History, Culture, & Archaeology
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eddie and Martha Adcock, who have received multiple
Grammy nominations, will be among the bands performing at this
year’s Bluegrass in the Park in Benson, Arizona. For three days, the Adcocks and musicians from around the country will bring bluegrass to Cochise County. Mark your calendar for April 29, 30 and May 1, bring along your blanket or lawn chair, and join us on the grass at Lions Park for a great celebration of Americana. In addition to the concerts, amateur musicians can participate in jam sessions and workshops. These sessions will give them a chance to hone their skills and talk with the performers they admire. Bluegrass celebrates the acoustic music of mandolins, fiddles, f lat-picking guitars, bass and banjos. The complete schedule for the 6th annual gathering in Benson’s Lions Park is available online at http://www.bluegrassben.com/benson.php. Children’s activities and craft and food vendors round out the event’s offerings. Hours are 10 am - 5 pm. There is plenty of free parking.
The band line-up includes: • Grammy-nominated eddie & Martha Adcock • Karl Shif lett and Big Country Show • The Desert Sons • Louisiana Grass • Mark Phillips and IIIrd Generation • Bost Family Traditions Adult tickets are $8 on Friday and $12 per day on Sat. and Sun. or $25 for a three-day pass. Children ages 6-12 are half price and those under 6 are free with an adult. Camp free with a 3-day ticket or $5 per day with one-day tickets. Tickets are available at the Benson Visitor Center, at the gate and through Pay Pal. Contact the Benson Chamber of Commerce for additional event informa-tion. Bluegrass in the Park is held each year in Benson, Arizona, home to Kartchner Caverns State Park. For information on Benson hotels, attractions and dining, visit www.BensonVisitorCenter.com.
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Bluegrass in the ParkGrammy-nominated Act at Benson Festival
54 spacious sites • Free Wi-FiClubhouse with pool tableBall park and playground
BBQs & picnic tablesLaundry facilities • Full showers
Tents welcome • River fishing
NORTH CLIFTON RV PARK A refreshing change of pace
On the banks of the scenic San Francisco River at the south end of the Coronado Trail Scenic Highway
The largest open pit mine in the U.S. nearby
866-996-2787www.townofclifton.com
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Annual Festivals feature wine tasting, food and wine pairings,
winery tours and vineyard tours.
290 Elgin - Canelo Rd., Elgin AZ 85611520-455-5893 • www.sonoitavineyards.com
Bring this ad to the winery for a free tastingwith one or more paid tastings!
Tasting room and gift shop open daily10:00am to 4:00pm.
Wine tasting daily!
St. Martin’s New Release Festival November 12, 2011.
Blessing of Sonoita VineyardsApril 30, 2011
HarvestFestJuly 30 & 31, 2011
Holy Trinity MonasteryHwy 80 - St. David, Arizona
Over 150 artists and craftsmenVariety of entertainers
Food for all tastesRaffle - $2000 in cash prizes
Masses: Saturday - 5:00 pmSunday - 10:30 am & Noon
Fiesta de laPrimavera
Sat. May 7 - 10-5Sun. May 8 - 10-4
Directions - I-10 to BensonHwy 80 to Milepost 302.5
520-720-4642
520-586-2842 www.BensonChamberAZ.com
Kartchner Caverns Quick Tickets Online!
KartchnerCavernsStatePark®cavetourticketsandKartchnercamp-groundreservationsarenowavail-ableforbooking24-hoursadayontheArizonaStateParkswebsite.Thenewfeatureallowsvisitorstochooseadate,picktheirtourtimes,typeandnumberoftickets,andcheckoutanytimeofdayornight.Thenthecustom-erwillreceiveanemailreceipttoprintoutandbringwiththemonthedayoftheirtour. KartchnerCavernsisastunninglimestonecavediscoveredin1974inSoutheasternArizonathatopenedtothepublicin1999.Thecaveflour-ishesundergroundwith99%humidityandfeaturesavarietyof32differentcalciteformationscreatedbythewaterpercolatingdownthroughthedesert’sthesurface. KartchnerCavernscavetourscanbebookedoneyearinadvance-or,basedonavailability,guestscanwakeupinthemorningandgoonlinetomakesame-dayreservationsforthe1.5-hourranger-ledtoursofthisfascinatingundergroundlandscape,located55milessoutheastofTucson,nearBenson.
520-586-2283AZStateParks.com
Cool Things to Do
Amerind Museum - Dragoon Art, history, culture and archeology of America’s first peoples, from Alaska to South America and from the last ice age to the present. See ad below for one free with one paid admission. 520-586-3666
Historic Fort Huachuca - Sierra Vista Founded in 1877. Fort Huachuca Museum features exhibits of the famous Buffalo Soldiers & more. Also an Army Intelligence Museum. Open Mon-Fri, 9-4; weekends, 1-4. Donation. 520-533-5736
Kitt Peak National Observatory - 56 miles SW of Tucson State Route 86, turn left at Junction 386. World’s largest collection of optical telescopes. Visitor Center exhibits, tours daily, also Nightly Observing Program (reservations req’d.) 520-318-8726
Queen Mine Tours - BisbeeHead underground and back in time into what was one of the most prolific copper mines in the nation. Tours are narrated by ex-miners. Open 7 days a week. 520-432-2071
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“WHERE THE OLD WEST COMES ALIVE!”
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When you enter our breathtaking nine story indoor atrium, you’ll find all the luxury and award winning
service of Marriott at the Main Gate.At the University of Arizona Main Gate880 E. Second Street Tucson, AZ 85719
(520) 792-4100 • www.tucsonmarriotthotel.com
Just fifteen minutes from Tucson at the base of the
Tucson Mountains lies a pre-served slice of Americana. Passing
through the gates to the old frontier town, visitors from around the globe are transported back to a time when fearless men with six shooters ruled the Old West. Saunter down the dusty old streets and walk in the footsteps of movie legends like John Wayne, Clint eastwood and hundreds more. Old Tucson has been immortalized in over 300 fea-ture films and TV Westerns and is recognized as a TripAdvisor Top 10 Movie Tour location. In addition to its historic role as a film location, Old Tucson is Southern Ari-zona’s premier outdoor entertainment venue with live Old West dramas, thrilling stunts, saloon musicals plus stagecoach and trail rides and fun for the whole fam-ily. Whether it’s your first visit or you’ve visited before, new experiences await you! Old Tucson is proud to unveil its newest addition - our Native Village! Nestled between the Spanish Mission and the
Rio Lobo pool and stream, the village is a replication of Tohono O’odham dwellings circa the 1850s. The village includes two jacal style dwellings and an outdoor kitch-
en as well as a traditional ramada. You won’t want to miss this new aspect of Old Tucson! Old Tucson and the Western Music Association of Arizona will present a Cowboy Music Festival on Saturday, May 28 and
Sunday, May 29 (Memorial Day weekend). Scheduled Western Music Association artists include John Messenger, Tom Hiatt & the Sundown Riders, and The Bill Ganz Western Band. The festival will include daytime music performances throughout the park with special concerts each eve-ning. The event is sponsored by Ramada Ltd and Country Inn & Suites Tucson City Center. Old Tucson is located at 201 S. Kinney Road, Tucson, Arizona 85735.
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520-883-0100www.OldTucson.com
The Fourth Avenue Historic Shopping District offers over
100 uniquely local shops, res-taurants and pubs in a tree-lined
setting...great for summer browsing and nights out on the town. “Shop Local, Be Local, Think Local” is a theme that is ever more popular, and nowhere can Tucson’s distinct flavor be found more concisely than here: the area between 9th St., University Blvd., 5th Ave., and 3rd Ave. Among others, you will find fashion boutiques, gift shops and art galleries, two locally owned bookshops - what a rarity in today’s world! - custom furniture from native hardwoods, vintage clothing and costumes, and a full service day spa and salon. Coming up on the second Saturday of each month from now through the entire summer will be “Saturdays on 4th” with free live music on tap. Stroll, shop, play, dine and enjoy the free entertainment! Mark your calendar for two other events coming up in April. On the 17th the Greater Arizona Bicycle Swap Meet takes
place from 6 am - 1pm and covers every-thing about or for bikes: clothing, gear, bicycles of every description, parts, and
great prices and selection. Then on May 7th, the Tucson Street Rod Association’s Rodders Days takes place along the avenue from 8 am - 3 pm. See 250+ hot rods on display: paint jobs that cost more than a new Yugo, chrome that has never seen a bug! In addition to shopping and dining, another attraction on Fourth Avenue is the Old
Pueblo Trolley. From 1906-1930, trolleys were the main form of public transporta-tion in Tucson. Today visitors can recap-ture the past by catching a ride on the restored trolley that runs along the avenue to University Blvd. and thence to the main gate of the U of A. Come spend a day in the Heart of the City!
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520-624-5004www.fourthavenue.org
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Looking for a few good rea-sons to saddle up ole Betsy and
head out for a fun adventure? How about a train ride on a restored 1930s
trolley car? Perhaps a day (or two) of exploring antique shops and art galleries? Or, maybe you would like to step way back in time to explore an ancient Indian ruin.
If so, we invite you to discover the cop-per hills of Globe-Miami. The boom and bust years of these classic western mining towns are reflected in the many wonderful-ly restored historic storefronts, which now house a unique variety of antique shops and art galleries.
Check out the wide variety of collect-ibles: mining, advertising, furniture, glass-ware, primitives, etc. - as well as western and Native American arts and crafts. With over 20 shops, Globe-Miami is perhaps Arizona’s best-kept secret shopping destina-tion, but the word is spreading!
For an experience you won’t want to miss, how about a ride on “Spike”, a restored vintage train. The Copper Spike Excursion between Globe and the Apache Gold Casino on the San Carlos Apache Res-ervation runs Thurs.-Sun. through May 1st.
Just a few miles south of town on Jess
Hayes Road, Besh-Ba-Gowah Archaeo-logical Park takes you back 700 years. This reconstruction of the original settlement of the Salado people on the banks of Pinal Creek includes a visitor center and very interesting museum. Climb the re-created ladder and enter a typical second story room in the same way as the ancient Salado did.
If you plan your visit on April 30th, you will catch the City of Globe Cinco de Mayo, featuring Mariachis, Ballet Folklorico groups, 30+ food vendors, a beer garden and the bands “iMas” and “Imagine”. Hours are 10am-10pm and admission is free.
Or mark your calendar for the May 14-15 City of Globe Old West Days and Copper Dust Stampede Rodeo. Downtown, Sat. only, will be the Rodeo Parade at 9am with the Wells Fargo Stagecoach, Bill Williams Mountain Men, and more, plus gunfights in the streets. The Rodeo takes place at 5pm Sat. and 10am Sun. Admission is $5, under 12 free.
You will find Globe-Miami a delightful place to visit.
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Discover Globe-Miami An Authentic Arizona Experience
Globe-Miami Chamber:800-804-5623
Central AZ
BESH•BA•GOWAHARCHAEOLOGICAL PARK
RUINS, MUSEUM, AND ETHNOBOTANICAL GARDEN
14th Century Salado Indian Ruins & ReconstructedRooms Depicting Ancient Lifestyles
Open: 9am-5pm - 7 days a week • HandicappedAccessible • Group Tours by Arrangement
• Located just outside of Globe
928-425-0320
25% OFF with Coupon
Ranked one of the world’s greatest architectural trea-
sures, Taliesin West in Scottsdale was designed by visionary architect
Frank Lloyd Wright and served as his personal winter home, studio and archi-tectural campus for more than 20 years.
Located at the foothills of the McDow-ell Mountains, the complex of buildings includes imaginative interior spaces linked by terraces, gardens and walk-ways overlooking the rugged desert. As conceived by Wright, Taliesin West was a bold new architectural concept for desert living, and whether you’re interested in Wright in particular or have a general interest in architecture sited in a dramatic setting, a guided tour of Taliesin West will be a worthwhile experience.
Taliesin West is open daily with tours ranging from one to three hours long. Taliesin West opens at 8:30 am to pur-chase tickets: tours are offered from 9 am to 4 pm.
Offered daily are the one-hour “Pan-orama” tours and the popular 90-minute “Insights” tours. An in-depth, three-hour “Behind the Scenes” tour is offered Mon-days, Thursdays and Saturdays.
You can also view this desert master-piece on a special “Night Lights on the Desert” tour offered May through Sep-tember on Monday and Friday evenings.
During your visit take time to shop in Anneliese’s Bookstore, which is renowned for its collection of gifts based on Wright designs-jewelry, apparel, home accessories, furniture, clocks, children’s items, statio-nery, and much more, plus an extensive collection of books and prints. Open daily 8:30 am - 6 pm.
You will also have an opportunity to become a member while visiting Taliesin West and enjoy the benefits of member-ship that day including discounts on your tour package and items purchased in the Bookstore, as well as receiving your first copy of the Quarterly magazine, a coveted membership benefit.
enter Taliesin West at the intersection of Cactus Road and Frank Lloyd Wright Blvd in northeast Scottsdale.
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Tour information: 480-627-5340Membership information:
480-860-2700 ext. 481
VISIT Taliesin West — one of the world’s most important archi-
tectural treasures. Wright built this desert masterpiece as his winter home, studio, and architectural campus. Guided public tours range from 1 to 3 hours long. Expe-rience firsthand Wright’s brilliant ability to integrate indoor and outdoor spaces.
FRANK LLOYD WRIGHT BLVD. & CACTUS RD.SCOTTSDALe, ARIzONAPhone: (480) 860-2700 ext. 494/495www.franklloydwright.org
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DAY & EVENING GUIDED TOURS
All-Aboard!Train & Carousel Rides • Picnic Ramadas
Food & Drinks • Two Playgrounds • And More
7301 E. Indian Bend Road(480) 312-2312www.therailroadpark.com
McCormick-Stillman Railroad Park
Sponsoring AZ Events
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TolmachoffFarmsisauniquefour-gen-erationfamilyfarmoperatedinGlendale,Arizona.Wegrowalargevarietyoffruitsandvegetablesandstrivetoprovideyouandyourfamilywiththeultimateinfreshproducestraightfromthefieldtoyourtable.OurproducestandopensinMay. CominguponSaturday,June4th,isourannualFamilyFarmDay.Comeout
andvisit,enjoytheu-pickgarden,water-meloneatingcontest,trainrides,pictureonapony,tomatocannon,pettingzoo,crafts,food,andmore.NEWthisyear:achildren’splayarea.Open8am-2pm,admissionis$5.00ages2&up.
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Apache Junction, AZ • (480) 827-9144 • www.dollysteamboat.com
This “Junior Grand Canyon” tour is consistently rated one of the “Best Things to Do in Arizona” and is a premier Arizona attraction for locals and tourists alike.
Just minutes away from Mesa, Scottsdale, and Phoenix, Arizona — Daily Nature Cruises and Twilight Dinner Cruises.
THE REAL ARIZONA — CANYON LAKE
See for yourself* www.hiltonphoenixeast.com
Downtown Mesa is the place to be for a spectacular, indepen-
dence festival full of entertainment, classic cars, motorcycles, beer gardens,
art, music, patriotic displays and educa-tion, games, family fun, and more. Held on Friday and Saturday, July 1 and 2, it has been dubbed as “the coolest independence festival in the state” with its more than a dozen “cool zones”.
The event begins Friday night with the popular “Motorcycles on Main” event and a ceremonial flag raising at Stage America, the event’s main stage. All along Main Street, bands and other performers will be playing various genres of music, while downtown businesses including restaurants and other retail outlets will stay open to provide oppor-tunities for unique shopping and dining.
Saturday night includes an American classic car show and the official Salute to America program featuring musical performances, brief comments by Mayor Scott Smith and others and a spectacular fireworks display choreographed to a special selection of patriotic songs.
each night, the event includes “fun zones” and specific program areas up and down Main Street. The Wet Zone, a “you-will-
get-soaked” area at the event, is sure-to-be popular with kids and adults with more than a dozen water activities. The Family Fun Zone, your traditional county fair area, includes games, pie-eating and watermelon-eating contests,
carnival games for the kids and more. Heritage Lane includes larger-than-life
inflatable replicas of some of America’s great-est monuments to freedom in front of Mesa’s Heritage Academy with famous historical characters giving tours and available for photos. Individuals can hear stories told of our founding fathers and sign their names to replicas of the Constitution and Declaration of Independence.
The Mesa Arts Center campus becomes Freedom Plaza and will feature performances by the Symphony of the Southwest and the Salt River Brass playing patriotic songs. Festival hours are 6-10 pm both days and admission and parking are free.
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Arizona’s Celebration of FreedomHead to Mesa July 1 & 2
www.azcelebrationoffreedom.org
The Dolly Steamboat is an 1890s steamboat replica that
sails on beautiful Canyon Lake. We offer daily nature cruises, twilight
dinner cruises, and astronomy cruises year round. Be sure to call for our current schedule.
Just a short distance from Mesa, Scotts-dale, and Phoenix, explore secluded water-ways as you relax and enjoy the breathtaking flora and fauna of the lower Sonoran desert. Along the way, the captain will recount the legends and lore of the Superstition Moun-tains. This “Junior Grand Canyon” tour is consistently rated one of the “Best Things to Do in Arizona.”
Bring your camera and binoculars as bighorn sheep, coyote, deer, bobcats and mountain lions may all be seen, along with bald eagles, hawks, vultures and other avian species.
The Twilight Dinner Cruise is an excit-ing alternative to dining in the city. entrees are served buffet style and vary by night to include tender Filet Mignon, succulent Prime Rib, tangy Barbecued Ribs, and char-
broiled Rib eye along with a grilled chicken breast, various sides, dessert and beverages. Bask in the beauty of Canyon Lake as the lowering sun sets the canyon walls aglow. It’s relaxing and romantic!
A special treat is the new monthly Twi-light Astronomy Dinner Cruise, hosted by Dr. Sky, astronomy expert and radio personality. Dr. Sky gives a presentation on the solar system as you view the night sky through on-board telescopes and enjoy a filet mignon dinner.
The Dolly Steamboat is also a unique setting for weddings, special parties, and corporate events. Consider a private charter as you plan your next occasion.
Note: Newly air-conditioned and heated cabins. Comfortable year round!
For a great getaway, take the Dolly Steamboat’s unforgettable “mini Arizona vacation”! View the website for prices and other information. Please call to reserve your reservations.
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What’s New in MesaCycle CityIn2010,Mesawasnamedoneofthetop10citiesforbicyclistsbyForbesmagazine.Whatmadeusgetthenod?Thecity’smorethan40milesofbikepathsandthecloseaccesstoaplethoraofdesertbikingtrailscertainlyhelp!New Aquatic CenterMesawillopenisninthaquaticcenterthisApril2011.The130,000-square-footSky-lineAquaticCenter’smainattractionwillbecenteredontwopools.Theracingpoolwillboasteight50-meterracinglanesandadivingtankwithoneandthree-meterdiv-ingboards.Thezero-entryrecreationpoolwillfeatureaslide,avarietyofaquaticplaytoysandsix25-yardlanes.MesacontinuestoberecognizednationallyforhostingawiderangeofathleticcompetitionsandwillsoonhosttheU.S.MastersSwimmingShortCoursecompetitionin2011.
Yoga in the DesertAtUseryMountainRegionalPark,guestscannowenjoytop-levelyogainstructioninarelaxingandstunningatmosphere-theSonoranDesert.Theall-levelclassesareofferedweeklyandofferanopportunewaytogetreadytotakeonadesertactivitybeithiking,mountainbikingorrunningthemanytrailsatthepark.
Mesa CVB: 800-283-6372
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PAYSON Gary Hardt Memorial
Spring RodeoPhoto by: Dennis K. Fendler
MAY 28-29
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MAY 28-29
TUCSONCowboy Music
Festival
JUN 4-5
PINETOP14th Hon-Dah Pow Wow in the Pines
JUN 16-19
PRESCOTT VALLEY33rd Prescott Valley Days
JUN 28-JUL 4
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PICACHO PicachoPeakRVResort17065E.PeakLane520-466-7841www.picachopeakrv.com
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The Arizona-Sonora Desert Museum is a world-renowned zoo, natural
history museum and botanical garden all in one place. Within the Museum grounds you will see more
than 300 animal species and 1,200 kinds of plants, in addition to our
world-class mineral collection and other amazing wonders!
2021 N. Kinney Rd. • Tucson, AZ(520) 883-2702 • www.desertmuseum.org
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Native Auctions
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RB Burnham & Co
May 14 Ganado, aZ14th Bi-Annual Native American Art AuctionHubbell Trading Post, Preview 9-11, Auction at Noon DSTwww.friendsofhubbell.org May 28 PaGosa sPrinGs, CoPagosa Fiber Arts Festival Navajo Rug AuctionPagosa Community Center, Preview 10 am, Auction at 5 pmwww.pagosafiberfestival.com
June 4 FlaGstaFF, aZ Museum of Northern Arizona Navajo Rug Auction3101 N. Fort Valley Rd, Preview 9-1, Auction at 2 pmwww.culturalpartners.org July 9 indianaPolis, inEiteljorg Musuem Navajo Rug AuctionPreview 9-11, Auction at 11:30 amwww.eiteljorg.org
2011 SPRING/SUMMER
For the eighth consecutive year, Show Low Days 2011 will
be the City’s traditional celebra-tion of the start of our summer
season as we welcome the arrival of tens of thousands
of seasonal residents and visitors to the Show Low area.
Hosted by the City of Show Low and the Show Low Chamber of Commerce, this year’s Show Low Days will be held June 3, 4 and 5 at the Show Low City Park and the surrounding area.
Show Low Days 2011 event will be bigger and better than ever with three major shows in the Show Low City Park on Friday and Saturday from 9 am to 8 pm and Sunday from 9 am to 4 pm.
Featured will be the first ever Show Low Outdoor Recreation Show with exhibitors and numerous family outdoor recreation activities available in the Show Low area. The traditional Mountain Fes-tival with over 70 arts and crafts vendors will be located among the trees in the park along with a great food court and live
entertainment. The third major show will be the second annual Business Expo in
the huge white tent showcasing local businesses and organiza-tions. There is no charge to attend these events.
And that’s not all! Saturday at 7 am is the annual “Fly-in” Pancake Breakfast at the Show Low Regional Airport. Feast on pancakes, eggs, sausage and
drink prepared by the local experimental Aircraft Association. Tickets are $6.00 for adults, $4.00 age 12. Visit aircraft and aviation displays. Free “Young eagle” introductory aircraft flights also will be offered to youth ages 8 to 17.
So mark your calendar and plan for a weekend of fun and education at Show Low, the “gateway to outdoor recreation in the White Mountains.”
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“Good things come to those who wait . . . ” and this is
certainly true at our Zuni Visi-tor & Arts Center here in northwest
New Mexico. After a period of ups and downs, a project to provide
much-needed improvements to our facility is nearing comple-tion and we have much to show for it!
We are grateful for our New Mexico State Legislature for providing the resources to purchase this existing property for the Tribe and to make necessary upgrades to enable this facility to better serve the needs of the visiting public as well as our Zuni commu-nity.
Of critical importance, our public rest-rooms have been totally upgraded to better serve the public and to accommodate our handicapped visitors. We have also im-proved our outdoor handicap ramp to ease access into the building.
Another obvious addition is the adjacent covered outdoor pavilion to enable our local artists to sell directly to the public. With perhaps 80% of Zuni’s workforce involved in the arts, much of the Visitor Center’s
focus is on promotion of the arts. On your next visit to Zuni consider buying directly
from our artists at the Zuni Artists’ Pavilion.
In addition to the above, there have been significant improvements and renova-tions to the entire facility to enhance visitor comfort and use. An outdoor gazebo pro-
vides a welcome picnic area with a floor of our red Zuni sandstone and on occasion will offer traditional foods demonstrations and for sale. Adjacent walls have been stabilized; plaster cracks filled, and the whole building repainted. Our aging evaporative air condi-tion has even been upgraded with a more efficient refrigerated air system.
Zuni’s arts and historic attractions have always been the reasons to visit and with a totally renovated Visitor Center to serve you, your experience will be even more enhanced. For more information about our tours, attractions, and local resources, please call us or visit our brand-new web-site. elahkwa!
Zuni Visitor & Arts CenterWelcome Improvements Enhance Visitor Experience
505-782-7238www.zunitourism.com
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100+ Classic Cars & TrucksVendors, food, raffle prizes Arizona Centennial Copper Chopper on displayBelieve it or not, the Copper Chopper can be yours! Come buy your Raffle Ticket for $5 at the show!
Round Valley High School DomeOpen to the public 8 am - 4 pm $2 (adult) & $1 (child) or $5 for family
Saturday, April 16 Friday, July 1st Dance – Rodeo Grounds 9 pm
928-333-2123
Saturday, July 2nd “Making of America” Educational forum – U.S. Constitution Dance – Rodeo Grounds 9 pm
Monday, July 4th Pancake Breakfast – Ramsey Park 7 am Parade 10 am 99th annual Sheriff’s Posse Rodeo 1:30 pm Fireworks at the Springerville Municipal
Airport right after dusk
4th of JulyCelebrationClassic Car & Truck Show
Northern AZ
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Modern amenities • Affordable • Oldtime country lodge feelingWestern gallery & gift shop features outstanding local artists
Extensive selection of books e-mail: [email protected] • www.k5reeds.com
Springerville (928) 333-4323 • 1-800-814-6451
• RV Sites • Recreational Facilities • Festival Area• Scenic Ponds • Pavilion and picnic area
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cabins. Relax, watch deer and elk from your own deck.
MLY Ranch near Greer Arizonawww.mlyranch.com • (928) 333-2395
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Explore Mogollon Indian Culture
Ruins & Museum
418 E. Main, Springerville AZ
A Great Place To....Camp, Fish, Hike, Ride or just ...
RELAX!Springerville-Eagar RegionalChamber of Commerce928-333-2123www.springerville-eagarchamber.com
Saddle up for the 6th An-nual White Mountains Round-
up of Cowboy Poetry, Music & Art July 15-16 at Blue Ridge High
School auditorium and gym sponsored by the Town of Pinetop-Lakeside.
Featured performers for Saturday’s show are Chris Isaacs, Juni Fisher, Randy Rieman and Gary McMahan. The matinee starts at 2, evening show at 7. Tickets are $20 at the box office or www.whitemountainsroundup.com. Ages 5-11 are $5, under 5 free.
Steve Taylor’s Western Art Invitational showcases some of the Southwest’s finest artists both days in the gym. The annual Native American Art Festival sponsored by the Pinetop-Lakeside Chamber of Com-merce will be the same weekend on the Blue
Ridge campus, so this is an opportunity for art lovers to see a wide spectrum of South-western art.
Leland Nikolaus, 95, Show Low pioneer cowboy, is this year’s Roundup honoree. Ar-izona State Historian Marshall Trimble will be on hand as well to introduce six Arizona “Culturekeepers” from the White Moun-tains. The White Mountains Roundup, Inc. is a nonprofit 501(c)(3) Western heritage event run entirely by volunteers.
Savor the history and hospitality of Arizona’s High Country! Questions, call Jo at 928-367-0240.
Celebrate Arizona’s Centennial...the Cowboy Way!
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The Springerville-eagar Re-gional Chamber of Commerce
in partnership with Pima Federal Credit Union and Tal-Wi-Wi Lodge
presents the “9th Annual Chrome in the Dome” April 16th at the Round Valley
Dome in eagar, the first domed high school football stadium in the world.
The show features classic and custom cars and trucks through 1979. This year an additional highlight will be the Arizona Cen-tennial Copper Chopper, which is currently on tour throughout the state. Raffles tickets can be purchased to win the chopper built by world-renowned custom bike builder Paul Yaffe of Phoenix.
Those wishing to enter a vehicle in the show will find our flyer and registration form on www.cruisinarizona.com or email
[email protected]. There is no late fee for registration on Friday night or Saturday morning. Cost is $35, which includes a Burger Burn on Friday night, April 15th, a Poker Walk on Saturday that will pay out $250 to three winners, a Goodie Bag and show T-Shirt. We will be selling raffle and 50/50 tickets all day Saturday.
Gather up friends and family for a fun filled day! Food and other vendors will be on site. Doors will be open on Saturday from 8 am-4 pm.
While you are at it, why not make a week-end of it in one of Arizona’s most picturesque areas with camping, hiking, fishing, moun-tain biking and more on your doorstep!
2011 Chrome in the Dome Check Out the Arizona Centennial Copper Chopper!
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Cool Things to Do
Casa Malpais Museum and Ruins, SpringervilleAn ancient Native American ceremo-nial site with Great Kiva, astronomical observatory and natural staircase. Mu-seum features archaeological treasures from the ruins and a historical pioneer section. Open Tues-Sat, 8a-4p, tours of the ruins 9a, 11a and 2p, weather permitting. 928-333-5375
Historic Fort Apacheestablished in 1870 and abandoned in 1922, the fort boasts the remains of General Crook’s headquarters, officers’ quarters, barns and a cemetery. Also located on the grounds are prehistoric ruins, petroglyphs and the Apache Cultural Center and Museum. 928-338-4625
Historic Home Tour, SnowflakeWalking Tour of homes on the National Historic Register. Visitors can tour the Stinson Pioneer Museum, Flake Memo-rial Home and the Smith Memorial Home. Tours available daily Mon.-Sat. or by appt., donations accepted. 928-536-4881
Hon-Dah Resort Casino, Pinetop-Lakeside128 well appointed king and queen rooms, an all-season pool, spa and sauna, and the Indian Pine Restaurant. Also Las Vegas-style entertainment in The Timbers Lounge and exciting gaming with 500 slots and unlimited progressive jackpots, live Poker and live Blackjack. 800-929-8744
Madonna of the Trail, SpringervilleLocated on Main St., this statue is one of twelve identical monuments on the National Old Trails Road stretching from California to Maryland honoring the women pioneers. 928-333-2123
Tickets available online: Adults: $20 Children Under 12: $5
Info 928-367-0240, or email [email protected] www.whitemountainsroundup.com.
July 15 & 16, 2011Blue Ridge High School
Cowboy Poetry, Music & Art
6TH ANNUAL
WHITE MOUNTAINS ROUNDUP
Tickets available online: Tickets available online:
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Whether you want to hike or bike one of the many trails of the Kaibab National Forest, play a round or two of championship golf at Elephant Rocks, board the Grand Canyon Railway for a scenic trip to the South Rim, break in that new fishing rod, cruise historic Route 66 or simply stroll the charming historic Main Street shops and galleries...
Williams has it all!For More Information or for a Complete Listing of 2011 Events Call 800-863-0546
www.ExperienceWilliams.com
Exciting Events at the Gateway to the Grand Canyon®:
May 7 – 8 “Trains, Planes & Automobiles”Williams Airport Fly-In and National Train Day May 28 – 29Rendezvous in Williams June 9 – 112011 Arizona State H.O.G. Rally June 17 – 19Cowpunchers Reunion Rodeo June 25High Country War Birds Air Display July 1 – 4Northern Arizona BBQ Festival andHometown 4th of July
Riordan MansionA wonderful example of Arts and
Crafts style architecture • Guided tours409 West Riordan Rd • Flagstaff, AZ 86001
928-779-4395Unique gift stores • www.arizonahistoricalsociety.org • Call for current rates and hours
Pioneer MuseumNorthern Arizona history
Kids exhibit2340 N Fort Valley Rd • Flagstaff, AZ 86001
928-774-6272
Awaken Your Inner Pioneer!Arizona State Park’s Arizona Historical Society
Meteor Crater is located in Northern Arizona on Interstate
40, 35 miles east of Flagstaff. each year thousands of visitors from
all over our world visit this natural landmark and look with wonder at what can happen when the earth is struck by an asteroid.
Meteor Crater (also known as “The Barringer Meteorite Crater”) is proven to be the best preserved meteorite impact site on earth! Apollo Astronauts once trained here due to the terrain resembling the earth’s Moon and other Planets.
The Interactive Discovery Center located within the Visitor Center is the most extensive museum of its type. Visitors will relive the intensity of this impact when 50,000 years ago a fiery giant meteor mass weighing several hundred thousand tons hurtled through space and impacted the earth. Apollo space test capsule, Ameri-can Astronaut Wall of Fame, and many large meteorite specimens are among the wide range of fascinating exhibits.
The Meteor Crater Theater presents an informative and entertaining 10-minute movie “Collisions and Impacts”, which
shows twice each hour in the state-of-the-art, 80-seat wide screen theater.
Outdoor observation areas allow you to view the crater from inside the rim. Although Meteor Crater is nearly a mile wide and 550 feet deep, the observation telescopes allow you a close up look at points of interest in the crater. Daily-guided rim tours for those with proper hiking
shoes leave hourly, weather permitting.Also located within the visitor center is
a Gift & Rock Shop and Subway sandwich shop. Our elevators and lifts provide access for everyone.
Located only five miles from the Crater is the Meteor Crater RV Park with 71 beautifully landscaped pull through spaces. It includes a rec. room, private individual restroom and shower facilities, laundry, playground, country store and Mobil gas station. Meteor Crater RV Park is centrally located to many of Northern Arizona’s most popular tourist attractions.
Meteor Crater Visitor Center and RV Park are open year round.
Don’t Miss Meteor CraterThe Best Preserved Meteorite Impact Site on Earth!
928-289-5898www.meteorcrater.com
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historic event spanning four decades will be repeated at the
Pioneer Museum in Flagstaff, located at 2340 N. Fort Valley Rd.Beginning in 1975 a small group of dedi-
cated re-enactors began gathering on the grounds of the Pioneer Museum to reenact the traditions of the hardy military men that explored, surveyed, built roads and paved the way for the pioneers who came later.
Come and meet three of these men who have continued this tradition every forth of
July weekend until today. Rich Boyd, Fritz Rush and Joe Meehan form the original core of the 2nd U.S. Artillery Battery B, and they still carry on providing historic artillery demonstrations.
This along with other pioneering activi-ties for the whole family makes this festival an enjoyable way to celebrate our country’s birthday. Hours: 10 to 4. Admission: 12 and older $2.00, 11 and under free.
36th Independence Day FestivalRe-enactors Rendezvous in Flagstaff
928-774-6272www.arizonahistoricalsociety.org
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Held by Native Ameri-cans for Community Action
(NACA), the 28th Annual Sacred Mountain Prayer Run will take
place June 4th at Thorpe Park, Flag-staff. Runners of all ethnic backgrounds
and ages come from around the region and the country to compete in the 10K and 5K runs.
The San Francisco Peaks, sacred mountains to neighboring tribes, provide a scenic background for the runs. The race is called a Prayer Run because of a practice
initiated by Native Americans as a means of “putting feet” to prayers as a tradition, or in other words, putting “action to our prayers”. The steep terrain mirrors the difficult times and struggles we all endure in our lives.
Local spring temperatures with low humidity are ideal for running. The challenging course within the Coconino National Forest maintains an elevation of 7,000 feet from start to finish with unpar-alleled beauty and impact throughout.
You can register at virtualroster.com.
2011 Sacred Mountain Prayer Run Challenging and Beautiful Course
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JUL1-4FLAGSTAFF56th Annual Coconino County Horse RacesFort Tuthill, exit 337 off I-17 - exciting Thor-oughbred & Quarter Horse racing! Live pari-mutuel wagering, gates open 11a, post time 1p. Adults $3, ages 6-12 $2, $5 parking. www.coconino.az.gov/parks, 928-679-8000
CampVerde385 S. Main St. Chamber & Visitor Center
"Stay and play... you can do it all from here!"928-567-9294 • www.visitcampverde.com
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AUTHENTICNATIVE AMERICAN
ARTS, CRAFTS& JEWELRY
Visit the most popular rest area/viewpoint in the Coconino National Forest,
the Oak Creek Vista Overlook.Enjoy scenic views of the Mogollon
Rim, Oak Creek Canyon and Sedona.Interact with Native American Vendors
and take a piece of their culture andtradition home with you!
Oak Creek Vista OVerlOOkon Hwy 89A (14 miles south of Flagstaff)
CLEAN RESTROOMS • OPEN YEAR ROUNDFor more information call
928-526-2968
928 • 632 • 7135www.arcosanti.org
Tours, meals and overnight stays available at this sustainable community. Bronze and Ceramic
windbells made and sold on site.
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The eagles immortal-ized Winslow with the lyrics
“Standing on the corner in Winslow Arizona.” Thousands
come to stand on the corner and have their photo taken...but don’t rush off! Stay awhile and explore - you’ll be amazed at what there is to see and do!
Did you know that Winslow’s Remem-brance Garden holds the largest pieces of wreckage from the World Trade Center of any community in the U.S.? The garden is planted in red, white and blue flowers and flies a flag that once graced the Pentagon in Washington, DC.
Did you know that Winslow is home to one of the few remaining Fred Harvey Hotels built by the Santa Fe Railroad in the 1930s? The elegant La Posada offers self-guided tours through its delightful gardens and unique architecture.
History permeates Winslow... not the least being Route 66, the Mother Road of America, which passes right through the center of town. Classic diners, antique shops and memorabilia of the ‘50s entice many visitors. Check out the new amphi-theater, The Route 66 Performance Plaza,
with its classic cars and lots of neon.If you prefer outdoor recreation, the
high desert hides an amazing secret: Mc-Hood Park Clear Creek Reservoir formed by a fresh cool stream that is perfect for floating, boating and canoeing.
Homolovi Ruins State Park, five miles Ne of Winslow on Hwy 87, re-opened in March. Learn about the ancient ways of the Hopi at these pueblo sites, active from 1200 - 1425 AD.
Train buffs will enjoy Winslow Rail-road Days on April 15-17 with dozens of miniature trains and hundreds of railcars running through tiny landscapes and cityscapes.
Or come celebrate the 4th of July in Winslow for a fabulous Independence Day. Daytime activities include a Children’s Patriotic Parade, a nostalgic style carnival, a Talent Show and more. Then the largest fireworks display in Northern Arizona begins shortly after dusk at emil Nasser Stadium accompanied by an amazing soundtrack of patriotic music.
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Winslow: More Than a Day TripSee What It’s All About
Winslow Chamber of Commerce928-289-2434
www.winslowarizona.org
Northern AZ
Visit our website to check our event calendar for other activities and happenings!
Independence Day Celebration
July 4th
Chamber of Commerce & Visitor Center523 West Second St. Winslow AZ 86047
ph 928-289-2434 fax 928-289-5660www.winslowarizona.org
Dozens of miniature trains with hundreds of railcars run through miniature landscapes and cityscapes.
Winslow Railroad DaysApril 15-17
A children’s Patriotic Parade, nostalgic style carnival, food vendors, talent show & largest fi reworks display in Northern Arizona accompa-nied by patriotic music.
Plans are under way for the 46th Annual Jerome
Historic Home and Building Tour on May 21-22, 2011. This longest
running tour in the state of Arizona promises a look at both the historic gems of this charming town and a recently completed Jerome home built with a look back in time.
Tickets will be sold on Main Street, right in the center of town at the old firehouse and cost $12 for adults and $6 for children. The first tickets are sold at 9 AM and the final tickets each day will be sold at 3 PM, leaving two hours for latecomers to get through the tour by 5 PM.
This is a guided tour with transporta-tion provided from home to home. The all-volunteer docents will explain the history and the fascinating stories behind each venue. There are plenty of steps and winding paths so the tour will not be handicapped accessible.
This year’s tour includes a three-story original home that is known as Lil’s Place, named after the madam of the brothel that was housed here. Astonishing views
from the porch and the ruins of an historic building at its rear wall beg the viewer to bring along a camera.
The Mortensen-Williams-Greenville home will be shown for the first time as the new owner prepares for a ma-jor renovation of this quaint home. Over the years, layers of roofing shingles have been added to the exterior walls of
the home, giving it a camouflage appear-ance. The original sleeping porch has a view of the entire Verde Valley.
For more information, contact The Jerome Chamber of Commerce.
Historic Home & Building TourLongest Running Tour in AZ, May 21-22
928-634-2900jeromechamber.com
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Northern Az / PrescottNorthern AZ
Thumb Butte Quilters’ Guild
Friday & Saturday 9a.m.- 5p.m.Prescott High School Gym
1050 N. Ruth St. • Prescott, AZ
• Over 300 Quilts • Over 30 Vendors • Market Place • Opportunity Quilt Ticket Sales
www.tbqguild.com
Quilt ShowPrescott Loves Quilting
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Wine Tastings Thurs - Sun 12-5pm, Live Music every SatMother’s Day Wine & Art Festival
May 7th & 8thMemorial Weekend Bluegrass Festival
May 28th & 29th
For more Information:2515 N. Road 1 East
Chino Valley, AZ 86323(928) 636-2003
www.granitecreekvineyards.com
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Traveling the now 28 miles of dusty, washboard dirt road
up to the town of Crown King may seem daunting to some folks...
but we challenge you to step back in time to the early 1900s when this “living ghost town” was at the peak of its prosperity.
Then, the fabled Bradshaw Mountains, home to Crown King, produced a king’s ran-som in silver and gold. Those vast riches inspired a railroad entrepreneur by the name of Frank Murphy to extend his Prescott and eastern Line from Mayer into the heart of the majestic Bradshaws. Challenged by the maze of rugged perpendicular grades and steep canyons, Murphy began building his rail line that is best remembered as “Frank Murphy’s Impossible Railroad”.
The new railroad brought the trappings of civilization to Crown King and ran from 1903-1926, when the ore started to play out. The famed old tracks are now the washboard dirt road leading visitors to the refreshing, cool pines surrounding this secluded and quaint little town.
Crown King is located just 90 minutes north of the Valley high in the scenic Prescott National Forest. The elevation is approximately 6,000 feet so the area
provides lovely, cool tem-peratures for those who are eager to escape the summer heat of Phoenix.
All manner of outdoor activities await you: hiking trails, off roading, fishing, camping, birdwatching, and
gold panning. Nearby is the Horsethief Recreation Area. Or - just put your feet up and relax! There is a variety of lodging facilities, specialty stores, restaurants, and nightlife. Gas is available.
If you time it right, you might catch a dance, the bi-annual chili cook-off or horseshoe tournament, the Mining Days Festival featuring a raffle of a “genu-ine” gold nugget, or the Pony Express Re-enactment and Block Party on June 30th. Visit our website to view our event calendar to help plan an adventure. Our community welcomes you!
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Crown King’s Road From Rail Line to Escape Route!
www.crownkingfun.com In the 1960’s, the concept of the “bluegrass festival” was
introduced, featuring several bands on the program over a week-
end. This has grown to hundreds of festivals held all over the country, all year long.
One of the most popular times for the festivals in the southwest is in the winter due to warm temperatures in the lower elevations. The Prescott Bluegrass Festival is an excep-tion, however, held in the summer. It is also the 2nd oldest Bluegrass Festival in the state of Arizona.
Start your summer off in the cool pines of Prescott, Arizona celebrating 30 years of the Prescott Bluegrass Festival. It will delight you with world-class bluegrass music and a place where friendships can
flourish. Come meet some of the thou-sands of people like you who love to be entertained by such talent.
The Prescott Bluegrass Festi-val gets underway Saturday, June 25th from 10:30am till 6pm with a concert that evening, from 7 till 10pm. The fun continues Sunday June 26th from 10:30 am till 3pm in downtown Prescott’s beautiful tree-lined courthouse plaza. It’s fun,
fantastic and best of all, IT’S FRee!Camping is also available at Prescott
Mile High Middle School located at 300 S. Granite Street beginning Thursday, June 23. Cost is only $15.00 per night.
enjoy a weekend of family fun and entertainment in Prescott, Arizona as we celebrate 30 years of the Prescott Bluegrass Festival in downtown Prescott!
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JUN16-19PRESCOTTVALLEY33rd Annual Prescott Valley Days Parade: Theme is “Celebrating Az’s Centennial”, live music, carnival, Balloon Festival, arts & crafts vendors, tractor pulls, motorcycle show, beer garden, pancake b’fast and more. 928-772-8857
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The Payson, Arizona Mountain High Games will be
held on June 3-5, 2011 at the Pay-son event Center. This exciting event
is the Southwest’s largest celebration of adventure sports.
The events included in this year’s competition are: Mountain Bike Race, 5k Trail Run, Dutch Oven Cooking Contest, Archery Competition, ATV Rodeo, ATV Trail Rides, Loggers Sawdust Festival, and an old fashioned Horseshoe Tournament. Outdoor enthusiasts will enjoy the cool mountain temperatures while competing in or watching this thrilling event.
Professional and amateur athletes from all over the Southwest and the Pacific Northwest will converge upon the mountain community of Payson to compete for thou-sands of dollars in cash and prizes.
New this year is a large outdoor expo complete with all the latest gadgets dealing
with hunting, camping, hiking, mountain biking and fishing.
Schedule of events:Friday, June 3 includes event registration,
a BBQ with all the fixins, an ATV Trail Ride, and dance at the Historic Oxbow Saloon.
The main events are spread throughout Saturday, June 4. evening festivities include the Summer Concert Series at Green Valley Park featuring Nashville Recording Artist - Candyce, starting at 7pm, and a dance at the Historic Oxbow Saloon at 9pm.
Sunday, June 5 starts with an ATV Trail Ride at 7am, with the finals of the Loggers Sawdust Festival at 9am.
Beginners and professionals are encour-aged to compete in these events! Please visit us online or call for registration information including overnight camping information.
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May 19, 20 & 21 Payson, AZGates open at 5 pm.
Performances start at 7 pm.
Payson Multi Event Center75 minutes North of Scottsdale
on Highway 87.
For more Information call928-468-6684
• Thurs. Women’s Events Entry “Can of Food”• Fri. “Tough Enough to Wear Pink”
Wear pink & $1 will be donated to local breast cancer support groups.
• Sat. Patriot Performance
Admission:Adults $14 Seniors $12 Children (8 -12) $10, 7 and under FREE!
For online ticketing go towww.paysonrimcountry.com
As the summer season approaches, a week or week-
end away is a chance to recharge your batteries. Head up the Beeline
(Rt. 87) and, less than 90 minutes from Metro Phoenix, you will find yourself in an outdoor paradise dotted with warm, friendly communities.
Because the countryside was largely pre-served as a national forest, it is still home to elk, deer, black bear, mountain lion, bobcat, fox, and over 239 species of birds. Tempera-tures average 15-20º cooler than the deserts.
Relax and enjoy picnicking, hiking, fly fishing, or just plain stump-sitting. Don’t miss a visit to Tonto Natural Bridge State Park, open Thurs- Mon. This is the world’s largest natural travertine bridge, 183 feet high with a 400-foot long tunnel - and it’s amazingly beautiful.
Payson is noted for an extensive and lively event calendar. For example, if you come up in May, you can browse the ‘Neath the Rim’ Open Studio Tour on the 13-15th or if cowboy fun is more your style, check out the Gary Hardt Memorial Spring Ro-deo on the 19-21st.
Mark your calendar for the Mountain
High Games on June 3-5. This will be the Southwest’s largest celebration of adventure sports combined with ATV trail rides and a massive outdoor expo!
Mazatzal Hotel & Casino has some great concerts scheduled. Tributes to the Rolling Stones, Beach Boys, Creedence Clearwater Revival and more will liven up the season.
Now you can get all the fun of Rim Country with some fabulous savings! Down-load and print your Rim Country Chamber Discount Card or pick one up at the Visitor Center when you arrive - and SAVe! The free cards apply to over 50 businesses in Rim Country.
Here’s a sampling of the great discounts offered: Best Western Payson Inn - 15% off regular rate; 20% off any regular priced item at Boutique; Gerardo’s Firewood cafe - 10% off total meal (excluding alcohol); Payson Golf Course - a free bucket of range balls with purchase of a round of golf. Discounts are listed at rimcountrychamber.com.
Play More, Pay Less in Rim Country, less than a tank of gas away!
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Head to Arizona’s Rim CountryAnd Bring Your Chamber Discount Card!
Rim Country Visitor Center:800-6-PAYSON
Cool Things to DoTonto Natural Bridge State Park (open Thurs-Mon)World’s largest natural travertine bridge, 183 feet high, 400 foot long tunnel. Hiking trails, ADA view points. 928-476-4202
Zane Grey Cabin ReplicaThis famous cabin, prior to its destruction in the Dude Fire, attracted worldwide Zane Grey fans. Now reconstructed in meticulous detail, located in Green Valley Park.928-474-3483
East Verde Recreation AreaStreamside and scattered campsites, trout fishing, hiking, birding, fall colors, photography, Payson Ranger Sta-tion. 928-474-7900
Pine Walking TourSelf-guided tour of historic Pine, an-tiques, gift stores. 928-476-3547,1-800-6PAYSON
Diamond Point Look-OutQuartz collection area, surface only. Payson Ranger Station. 928-474-7900
Strawberry School (c.1885)Treasured landmark and registered historical site. Open Saturdays in the summer. 1-800-6PAYSON
Tonto Creek Fish HatcheryFish-feeding, self-guided tour, pho-tography, birding. Forest Road 289, Arizona Game & Fish, Tonto Creek. 928-478-4200
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Now bird watchers and all visitors to the Grand Canyon
can get an up close look at birds like the ones they might see in the
Canyon itself. Hawks, Cranes, Falcons, Ravens, eagles, Pelicans, and even live 10-foot wingspan Condors are all part of the new CONDOR eNCOUNTeR Bird Show at the National Geographic Visitor Center. The Center is located on highway 64, 1 mile south of Grand Canyon National Park South Rim entrance.
Condors are very endangered and have been released in the Grand Canyon area, where they were discovered to have lived many years ago. Some of these released birds can be seen soaring on the Canyon’s breezes. Unfortunately due to the Canyon’s vast size, many visitors never get this thrill-ing view. By stopping at the Grand Canyon National Geographic Visitor Center, every-one is assured to see these huge, majestic, endangered birds. The Condor encounter Live Bird Show is a must see part of every-one’s Grand Canyon adventure!
The National Geographic Visitor Center is a popular attraction and features not only the live bird program but also a
spectacular IMAX® Grand Canyon Movie. This popular film brings to life the history, discovery and adventure that lie beyond the Canyon’s rim on a giant 6-story high screen with 12,000 watts of digital surround sound. Visitors can also purchase park passes, visit
with a park ranger, get free maps, book sightseeing tours, shop for unique gifts at the National Geographic Store and eat at the explorer’s Café…all located within the National Geographic Visitor Center. Your ultimate guide to the Grand Canyon.
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New Condor EncounterLive Bird Show Opens May 14th
928-638-2468explorethecanyon.com
To take advantage of all there is to see and do, stay in
one of seven distinctly different lodges, operated by Xanterra South
Rim, L.L.C., the only accommoda-tions inside the park at the South Rim. With 907 rooms, accom-modations are available with some advance planning, or if you plan your visit at the last minute. It is all waiting for you at the South Rim and available year-round.
Maswik Lodge, just a short walk from the rim, is the perfect choice for a family getaway. Or choose the elegance of the historic El Tovar, where you will find our gracious staff most accommodating. The cozy lob-by is available for all guests to enjoy, and a meal in the famous el Tovar Dining Room is sure to be a highlight of any Grand Canyon visit. The Bright Angel Restaurant and two cafeterias offer additional dining options with menu choices to suit every taste and budget.
Located in the Market Plaza, Yavapai West and East Lodge rooms received a
major renovation in 2010 and 2011. These renovations make these popular lodges an
even better value. Renova-tions include the addition of flat screen TVs, new carpet, paint and furniture. Ample parking and nearby shuttle stops make these lodges an attractive alternative to rim lodges.
The Mary Jane Col-ter designed Hopi House and Lookout Studio are open year-round and offer a selection of fine Native American crafts and Grand Canyon souvenirs. The sturdy, reliable mules continue to take riders on a grand adventure on the rim and into the canyon throughout the year.
Grand Canyon National Park Lodges - We’re not just close, We’re there.
Xanterra South Rim, L.L.C. is an authorized concessionaire of the National Park Service.
Time to Visit the Grand Canyon! Grand Canyon National Park Lodges
Reservations: toll-free 888-297-2757 303-297-2757
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MAY7GRANDCANYON4th Annual Celebrate Wildlife Day Shrine of the Ages - Celebrating the park’s wild-life with special programs, interactive exhibits, educational demos & live animals, 10a-5p with special evening presented by Jack Hanna of Jack Hanna’s into the Wild at 8p. 928-638-7958
It’s one thing to admire the views. It’s another to
BECOME PART OF THEM.
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Xanterra South Rim, L.L.C. is an authorized concessioner of the National Park Service.
We’re not just close, we’re there. 1-888-29-PARKS (297-2757)
For same-day reservations: 1-928-638-2631grandcanyonlodges.com
When you stay at one of our seven 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.
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People ask what makes Waltner’s Mountain Crest RV
Resort so special. The answer is three things: location, location,
location. Those answers translate to 1) residents live among beautiful tall trees. 2) Waltner’s is just a skip away from life’s necessities 3) Waltner’s is close to things that make life worth living… golf, fishing, and the Hon-Dah Casino.
Waltner’s is a forested, 16+ acre resort located near Show Low in the White Mountains. When Waltner’s was created, extreme care was taken to ensure that as many trees as possible remained standing. Because of this, many of the roads and spaces meander, resulting in a charming natural feel. When you are at Waltner’s, you know you are in the heart of the woods.
Yet this deep-in-the-woods feel is partly an illusion. A short walk will bring you to the best parts of civilization. Shop-ping, a Wal-Mart supercenter is right down the street. Across from that is the Navapache Hospital that hopefully you won’t need, but knowing it’s close will help you sleep better at night. For entertain-ment, visit Hon-Dah Casino or one of the many restaurants in the area.
A half mile away is Show Low Lake, one of several lakes in the area stocked with
trout. Also close by is bowling, tennis, swimming, and golf. There are four golf courses within a short driving distance. Obviously there is a plethora of hiking opportunities, as the area is one of nature’s playgrounds.
Being located amongst such activities, it’s no surprise that Waltner’s residents are very active. In addition to standard RV offerings (laundry facilities and showers), Waltner’s offers a large recreation hall, bil-liards room, huge community BBQ grill, and well-stocked library for some quiet time.
Waltner’s organizes many activi-ties such as pancake breakfasts, theme potlucks (Christmas in July, Mardi Gras, Western Night, etc.), arts and crafts, chorus, bridge, pinochle, cribbage and more. We have a bowling league, men and women’s golf programs, dancing, exercise classes, billiards, and bingo.
Waltner’s is located 3 miles south of Show Low on Highway 260. Turn left at Navapache Hospital on Show Low Lake Road and continue 1 mile east to 28th Street. Turn left and continue mile north to the park entrance.
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Zion Bryce Grand Canyon Lake PowellCentral to Utah and Arizona’s many state and national parks, Kane County averages over 320 days of sunshine each year, and is home to Utah's Little Hollywood where over 200 feature films have been made.Visit movie sets, enjoy ATV riding, golfing, boating, hiking, horseback riding and much much, more!
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Authorized National Park Concessioner Since 1971
This year, Colorado River & Trail Expeditions (“Crate”)
is celebrating its 40th anniversa-ry. Dave and Vicki Mackay founded
the company in 1971, because they loved being on the river and wanted to make it their life’s work. It was their inten-tion, then as now, to outfit Grand Canyon rafting expeditions of exceptional quality. With the support of smart, fun, and experi-enced guides, Crate has enabled thousands of people from all over the world to travel through the depths of the Grand Canyon and experience its wonders. For most, it’s the trip of a lifetime!
The rafting trips range from 3 days to a week or longer. every day is a mix of fun, relaxation, excitement, discovery and ad-venture. Float, swim, marvel at the geologi-cal formations. experience heart-pounding rapids one minute, and the calmness of ages the next, as you float through narrow corridors of Vishnu schist, the oldest rocks on earth. Hike and explore. Play in water-falls. enjoy delicious meals. Sleep beneath a canopy of stars. The song of a canyon wren and the call for coffee awaken you to a new day so beautiful, you may think you are
still dreaming!For more information contact Colorado
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Whether you are look-ing for a year round home or
seasonal getaway, take a look at our three featured AZ resorts, their
amenities, their location, and start liv-ing the Arizona resort lifestyle.
Orchard Ranch Resort is a Senior RV and Manufactured Home community near Prescott, AZ. This resort combines a com-fortable high desert summer climate with mild winter temperatures to make it an ideal year-round resort. The amenities and planned activities make this community a good place to call home. Reservations: 928-772-8266, www.orchardrvresort.com
Picacho Peak RV Resort is a 55+ resort situated between Tucson & Casa Grande at the base of Picacho Peak. Beautiful views and tempered winter nights make this a desirable resort. Amenities include laundry, billiards, pool, planned activities and much more. Reservations: 520-466-7841, www.picachopeakrv.com
Approximately 45 miles west of Phoe-nix is Saddle Mountain RV Park. This 342-space park boosts large RV sites, a newly opened recreation hall and activity building. This park is the best kept secret in Arizona - come check it out. Reservations: 623-386-3892, saddlemountainrvpark.com
All of the resorts welcome RVer’s.
Come and visit one or all of our three beautiful Arizona Resorts with outstanding amenities and lots of fun activities for you to be as active or relaxed as you want to be.
If you are interested in purchasing a park model or manufactured home at these communities, AZResortLiving.com has teamed up with ATI Properties, Inc. to offer you the best of Arizona resort style living by presenting affordable homes at great prices with high-end features.
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MAY 7 KANAB, UTKanab 10K RunUtah’s most scenic 10K run followed by refreshments and awards. Race will start at Moqui Cave at 7:30a, finishing at Kanab City Park. 435-899-0364
MAY 15-21 KANAB, UT5th Annual Amazing Earthfest!Celebrate land and life on the Colorado Plateau with over 30 adventure and experi-ential learning events in Botany, Wildlife, Native Culture, Pioneer History, entertain-ment, Hiking, Cycling, Horseback Riding, Dinosaurs, Rock Art, Science, ethics, Astronomy and Documentary Films. Most events are free. www.amazingearthfest.com, 435-644-5033
MAY 14 KANAB, UTATV Fun RunDay long family friendly ATV Fun Run of about 30 miles in and around Kanab, weather permitting. 435-644-5300
JUN 11 KANAB, UTRun to the Red Rocks Car ShowCar Show on North Main from 9a to 3p. Hot rods and special interest cars on display. Awards presented. 435-644-5694
JUN 16-18 KANAB, UTJacob Hamblin DaysRanch Rodeo events and celebration of pioneer heritage & history geared towards family participation, includes Trail Ride and Bar-B-Q. Thurs 7p symposium, Fri 8a-9:30p, Sat 7a-10p. 435-689-0986
Kane County Utah Events
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* Services, supplies and amenities may vary at each resort. Please contact the resort for specific details.
Colorado River RegionRiver City RV Park2225 Merrill Ave928-754-2121 | www.rivercityrvpark.com
Bullhead 132 • • • • • • • • • • • • •
Westwind RV and Golf Resort9797 E 32nd St | 866-440-2992800-545-6481 | westwindrvgolfresort.com
Yuma
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Zuni Village RV Park2840 Airway Ave. | 928-692-6202866-887-9864 | www.zunivillagervpark.net
Kingman 130 • • • • • • • • • • • •
Northern ArizonaCasa Malpais RV Park272 W Main928-333-4632 | [email protected]
Springerville 58 • • • • • • • •
Fairgrounds RV10443 Hwy 89A928-227-3310 | fairgroundrvpark.com
Prescott Valley 15
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Meteor Crater RV ParkI-40 Exit 233928-289-5898 | www.meteorcrater.com
Winslow 71 • • • • • • • • • • •
Mountain Vu RV Park11295 Cornville Rd928-639-2984 | [email protected]
Cornville 33 • • • • • • •
OK RV Park LLC.1576 Roadrunner Rd.928-524-3226 | www.okrvpark-llc.com
Holbrook 120 • • • • • • • • • •
Orchard Ranch Senior RV Resort11250 E Hwy 69800-352-6305 | www.orchardrvresort.com
Dewey 402 • • • • • • • • • • • • • •
Overgaard RV Resort 2750 Yates Rd. 85933928-535-4430 | [email protected]
Overgaard 50 • • • • • • • •
Page-Lake Powell Campgrounds849 S. Coppermine Rd.928-645-3374 | www.pagecampground.com
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Rancho Sedona RV Park135 Bear Wallow Lane888-641-4261 | www.ranchosedona.com
Sedona 84 • • • • • • • •
Waltner’s RV Resort4800 S 28th St928-537-4611 | www.waltnersresort.com
Show Low 146 • • • • • • • • • •
Winslow Pride RV Park2 Transcon Lane928-289-9177
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Central ArizonaCanyon Vistas RV Resort6601 E Hwy 60888-940-8989 | www.cal-am.com
GoldCanyon 63
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Eagle View RV Resort9605 N Ft McDowell Rd480-789-5310 | eagleviewrvresort.com
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Gold Canyon RV & Golf7151 East US Highway 60480-982-5800 | www.robertsresorts.com
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Good Life RV Resort3403 E Main St888-940-8989 | www.cal-am.com
Mesa
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* Services, supplies and amenities may vary at each resort. Please contact the resort for specific details.
Mesa Regal RV Resort4700 E. Main St.888-940-8989 | www.cal-am.com
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Pueblo El Mirage RV Resort11201 N. El Mirage Rd.800-445-4115 | www.robertsresorts.com
El Mirage
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Saddle Mountain RV Park3607 N 411th Ave623-386-3892 | saddlemountainrvpark.com
Tonopah 342 • • • • • • • • • • • •
Seyenna Vistas625 W. McKellips 877-362-6736 480-898-8441 | seyennavistas.com
Mesa 132 • • • • • • • • • • •
Sunflower RV Resort16501 N. El Mirage Rd.888-940-8989 | www.cal-am.com
Surprise
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Sun Life RV Resort5055 E. University Dr.888-940-8989 | www.cal-am.com
Mesa 761 • • • • • • • • • • • •
Sunrise RV Resort1403 W. Broadway Ave.480-983-2500 | www.robertsresorts.com
ApacheJunction 50
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Tower Point Resort4860 E Main | 480-832-4996888-940-8989 | www.cal-am.com
Mesa
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Val Vista Village RV Resort233 N. Val Vista Dr.888-940-8989 | www.cal-am.com
Mesa
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Valle Del Oro RV Resort1452 S. Ellsworth Rd.888-940-8989 | www.cal-am.com
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Southern ArizonaButterfield RV Resort251 S Ocotillo | 520-586-4400800-863-8160| www.rv-resort.com
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City of Douglas Golf/RV Park1372 E. Fairway Dr.520-364-1588
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Lexington Pines Resort LLC.1535 Thatcher Blvd.1-800-232-7570
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North Clifton RV Park210 N. Coronado Blvd.928-865-9064 | www.townofclifton.com
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Picacho Peak RV 55+ Resort17065 E Peak Lane520-466-7841 | www.picachopeakrv.com
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Voyager RV Resort8701 S. Kolb Rd.800-424-9191 | www.voyagerrv.com
Tucson
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Campgrounds Outside of ArizonaCedar Grove RV Resort100 Cedar Grove Drive254-547-4293 | westwindenterprises.com
Copperas Cove,TX 67
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Fountain of Youth Spa RV Resort1500 Spa Rd888-8000-SPA | www.foyspa.com
Niland,CA 85
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Rio Bend RV & Golf Resort1589 Drew Rd800-545-6481 | riobendrvgolfresort.com
El Centro,CA 50
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River City RV Park Right across the river in Bullhead City
2225 Merrill Ave928-754-2121 | www.rivercityrvpark.com
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