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welcometo southern arizonaDiscover Southern Arizona’s distinctive delights

During a showing of entries for the first Discover Southern Arizona magazine photography contest, one of the winners said, “It’s hard to go anywhere in this area and not find a photo opportunity.”

In fact, to the delight of shutterbugs, Southern Arizona is renowned for its spectacular desert and mountain scenery, sunsets, distinctive flora and fauna and rich mix of native, Spanish, Mexi-

can and American cultures.Archaeological evidence indicates that the Santa Cruz Valley is one of the longest inhabited places in

North America. Evidence of prehistoric cultures and their achievements in agriculture, canal building, pottery and villages abound. It is the homeland to at least two Native American tribes.

Their influence, as well as that of the Spaniards, Mexicans and Anglos, is found in such historic attrac-tions as early Spanish colonial missions, old mines, sprawling ranches, ghost towns, frontier outposts and artist colonies.

Visitors are drawn here annually for the very reasons many call this home, such as mild winters, abundant recreational opportunities, and a vibrant and fascinating history that lends this region its character.

The valley, which includes the communities of Nogales at the U.S.-Mexico border, north to Rio Rico, Carmen, Tumacacori, Tubac, Green Valley and Sahuarita, takes its name from the Santa Cruz River, which

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runs underground throughout most of the year and has a unique flow characteristic.The headwaters of the Santa Cruz River wind through the San Rafael basin to the east of Nogales — a

broad, north-trending valley. This basin — bounded on the west by the Patagonia Mountains, on the north and east by the Canelo Hills, and on the south by the international boundary with Mexico — is high, semi-arid desert grassland. The headwaters support a mostly undisturbed lush, riparian ecosystem.

The river makes a 35-mile loop through Mexico, then crosses back into the United States near Nogales. The valley supports a great diversity of mammal species including black bear, bobcat, coyote and mountain lion. White-tailed deer, mule deer and javelina are common, and pronghorn antelope were reintroduced to the valley in the 1950s. The river basin is also habitat for the Mexican gray wolf that had been killed off in the area and has made a comeback after recent introduction efforts.

Birding enthusiasts flock to this area to get a gander at the abundance of birds that inhabit the valley and waterfowl that migrate through in the spring and fall. Madera Canyon and the Patagonia-Sonoita Creek Preserve are world-renowned birding spots.

A visit to Santa Cruz County is not complete without a wine-tasting tour to some or all of the eight vine-yards that have developed in and around the Sonoita-Elgin area since 1979.

Head south and experience la frontera or border in Nogales, where Mexico and United States culture is so curiously intertwined that even the languages of both nations, English and Spanish, are used interchange-ably in what is referred to as Spanglish.

Taste unique cross-culture fare such as “mexicanitos,” hot dogs wrapped in fried bacon served on a corn tortilla smeared with refried beans.

Find a multitude of duty-free shops near the international line downtown where you can purchase tequila or other favorite spirits, perfume, cigarettes and other items, tax free in exchange for walking the items about a block across the border and then back into the United States.

Ron Colburn, former director for law enforcement for the Homeland Security Council, who was once stationed in Nogales with the Border Patrol said, “Here, one can become easily lost in all that is American, while embracing all that is Latin.”

The village of Tubac, meanwhile, is “where art and history meet,” offering one of the largest outdoor annual art festivals in the United States with more than 300 annual exhibitors.

The oldest European settlement in Arizona, it has under-gone several transitions — from a military fort for Spanish soldiers, to a frontier colony besieged by Apaches, to a modern-day artists’ colony and shopping mecca featuring a south-of-the-border rustic ambiance and charm.

Both the stately Mission San Xavier del Bac, the “White Dove of the Desert,” and the mission at Tu-macacori National Historical Park have Spanish roots, built as part of an extensive chain of mis-sions under the direction of Jesuit and Francis-can priests and Native Americans in the early 1700s.

Our newest edition of Discover Southern Arizona magazine takes you through some of these distinctive attractions and commu-nities through a mix of editorial content and colorful photography. enjoy!

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nogalesshop nogalesNogales draws history buffs and shopping nuts

•The mix of retail businesses includes some still owned and operated by descendants of such pioneer families as the Brackers and Korys on the original main street. Within the last 20 years, downtown also has seen an influx of Korean merchants offering everything from toys to tools.

The original Morley Avenue pedestrian border crossing; Nasib Karam Park; Old Town Hall, home of the Pime-ria Alta Historical Society; and Mazon’s old-fashioned neighborhood grocery store are among the amenities that create an urban flair.

•History buffs can enjoy attractions such as the Santa Cruz County Historic 1904 Courthouse and the varied architectural styles of residences along Crawford Street, Court Street and throughout the city.

A classic portico at the entry and a roof-top dome are among the courthouse’s attributes. The two-feet-thick walls are constructed of locally quarried tufa stone, which was also used to construct many of the area’s early commercial structures and homes.

The building was in daily use by Santa Cruz County government until 1989. It now houses a local branch of Cochise Col-lege, a ranching museum operated by the Santa Cruz Cowbelles, and a law-enforcement museum manned by the Arizona Rangers. It was recently designated as the symbolic U.S. trailhead for the Juan Bautista de Anza National Historic Trail.

•For more visitor information, phone the Nogales Santa Cruz County Chamber of Commerce at 520-287-3685.

To experience Nogales, Ariz., stroll and shop along the main street where merchandise is as diverse as the culture.


The unique cultural mix, historical significance and ideal location of Ambos Nogales offer locals and visitors more than meets the eye.

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By Genevive H. Gutiérrez

The history of both cities is intertwined and deep-rooted, dating back to 1841 when José Elias Camou and family received a land grant from the Mexican government and developed Rancho Casita. Their property was a vast grove of walnut trees known to locals as “los nogales de Elias,” or Elias’ walnut

trees.When a land survey was taken after the Gadsden Purchase in 1853, the government found that

“los nogales” had been divided in two by the international line. However, the name Nogales stuck for both sides of the border.

Until the middle of the 20th century, Ambos Nogales was divided only by a chain link fence. Historically, it was easy for people, vehicles, products,

services, animals and ideas to pass easily from one side to the other.It was just as easy for Apache raiders to pass through the bor-

der. The infamous Geronimo was once held captive in La Caverna restaurant, one block

south of the


border, which was destroyed by fire in the early 1980s.

Witnessing executions, gunfights and destruction became routine throughout the Mexican Revolution of 1910-1920 in Nogales. For the next 20 years, U.S. troops set up camp in the hills of Nogales, Ariz., overlooking the valley of Nogales, Sonora.

In spite of infamy in the north of Mexico, the revolutionary Pancho Villa and his cavalry were formally entertained by the 12th U.S. Infantry and Gen. John J. Pershing in Nogales on Aug. 29, 1914.

During the revolution, Buffalo Sol-diers were stationed at Camp Stephen D. Little in Nogales. Many settled in the area, marrying and having children with Mexican and Native American women, adding to the cultural polyglot that has defined Nogales.

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patagoniaart, history, outdoorsPatagonia shines with art, history, outdoors

By Marion Vendituoli

•The Nature Conservancy’s Patagonia-Sonoi-ta Creek Nature Preserve, one of the most popu-lar birding spots in the United States, features walking trails along the Sonoita Creek. Patago-nia Lake State Park offers camping and fishing as well as birding and pontoon boat tours.

•Patagonia is a great place for shopping. Glob-al Arts has an eclectic collection of wares from all over the world, Mariposa Books is a wonderful independent book store, and the Artists’ Coop-erative offers handcrafted goods by local artists. There are several art galleries within walking distance of the center of town.

•More than a dozen choices for accommoda-tions range from the Stage Stop Inn to a variety of bed and breakfasts. The Duquesne House is an attractively restored adobe inn. The Spirit Tree Inn offers guest rooms in a historic ranch

While its origins date back to early mining claims in the area, Patagonia has reinvented itself as an appealing arts community.Many of the early buildings of the town are still in use as shops and

residences, giving the town an age-old ambiance. Be sure to check out the Patagonia Library in Cady Hall, a refurbished adobe hotel on Duquesne Street.History buffs will enjoy exploring the nearby ghost towns of Washington Camp, Mowry, Duquesne and Harshaw in the Patagonia Mountains.Patagonia is a mecca for birders and hikers and is well known as a hot spot for butterflies. In addition, few drives are prettier than State Route 82 leading into Patagonia, with the backdrop of beautiful Red Mountain rising above this picturesque small town.

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setting. You can even stay in a 1950s-era trailer at Las Palmas. At the Cir-cle Z Guest Ranch, one of the oldest in Arizona, you can ride, relax at the pool, play tennis, or simply enjoy this beautiful 6,500-acre ranch.

•The Home Plate restaurant is fa-mous for its tasty meals served in a casual atmosphere. The Gathering Grounds is an attractively decorated coffee and lunch spot. Mercedes is the spot for Mexican food in Patago-nia, and the Velvet Elvis has a well-earned reputation for gourmet piz-zas. Stop by the Wagon Wheel for a drink in an authentic cowboy bar.

•Patagonia hosts a three-day fall festival every October that features 200 vendors, plus great music and entertainment.


sonoita|elginadventureOutdoor adventures abound in Sonoita, Elgin

The legacy of ranchers and homesteaders flavors the communities of Sonoita and Elgin.Sloping out of the eastern side of the Santa Rita Mountains, the prairie grasses ripple across the wide valley surrounded by nine mountain ranges. The elevation of 4,900

feet yields mild summers and breathtaking scenery that beckons riders, hikers and birders to this area, which also is home to award-winning vineyards.

By Marion Vendituoli

•Kief Joshua Vineyard in Elgin offers an omelet bar on Sundays as well as daily wine tasting. Bring your picnic lunch to Sonoita Vineyard, taste the wines and sit out on the grass overlooking the vineyard. Wine fes-tivals are always popular events. In all, there are eight wineries open for tasting in the Sonoita-Elgin area.

•The historic Empire Ranch and La Cienegas National Conservation Area are open to the public for recreation and tours. A visit to Kentucky Camp, a renovated gold mining camp in the foothills of the Santa Ritas, will take you back in time to the heyday of mining in this area.


•Arizona Horseback Experience offers lo-cal riding adventures, and the Arizona Trail in the Santa Rita Mountains is a favorite among hikers and birders.

•La Hacienda de Sonoita bed & breakfast, the Sonoita Inn, the Crown C Ranch, Grand Adventures Ranch, Rain Valley B&B and Xanadu offer a variety of accommodations, ranging from traditional rooms to casitas.


•Dining options in the area include traditional steak dinners at the Steak Out Restaurant, Italian meals at Viaggio Italiano and fine dining at Canela Bistro.

•Shopping opportunities include High Noon Feed and Tack, which has a wonderful art gallery as well as Western gifts, animal feeds and gear. Buffalo Gals, inside Sonoita Hardware, offers one-of-a-kind items and cards. The Little Burro sells art and mesquite furniture. Nizhoni Ranch Gallery offers museum-quality Navajo rugs, and Many Horses Trading Post is a must-stop for exquisite Southwestern jewelry.

•The Santa Cruz County Fairgrounds hosts two weekends of horse racing in May, the Sonoita Rodeo on Labor Day weekend, and the county fair in September.


wineriesarizona wine countryA taste of Southeastern Arizona wine country

D r. Gordon Dutt, a retired soil scientist from the University of Arizona, first experimented with growing wine grapes near Elgin in 1973.He planted Arizona’s first commercial vineyard in 1979 and is the owner of Sonoita

Vineyards. He proved that the area’s soil and climate was right for growing wine grapes.Over the years, seven more vineyards have been established in northeast Santa Cruz County. All welcome visitors to their tasting rooms. Wine lovers should allow the better part of a day to tour the wineries.Many of the local wineries sell only at their tasting room. Others have limited distribution in Arizona. Check each winery’s Web site for location and a listing of wines currently available.


By Robert E. Kimball

•Dos Cabezas WineWorks has been producing wines in Arizona since 1995. It won two Governor’s Choice awards in 2007. Their Viognier was awarded the Best Arizona White and their El Norte the Best Arizona Red. Visit 3248 State Route 82 in Sonoita. 520-455-5141. www.DosCa-bezasWinery.com.

•Rancho Rossa Vineyards produces about 1,200 cases of wine each year from its 22-acre vineyard near Elgin. It specializes in ultra-premium dry vari-etal wines. The first vines were planted in 2002. — Six miles southeast of Sonoita on Elgin Road. 520-455-0700. www.Ranchorossa.com.

•Canelo Hills Vineyard and Winery was established in 2003 on 10 acres south of Sonoita. Its 2007 Estate Tempranillo received an 86 rating from Wine Spectator. It has sold out. — 343 El-


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gin Road south of Sonoita. 520-455-5499. www.canelohillswinery.com

•Callaghan Vineyards produces rich, complex red and white wines with Spanish and Mediterranean varietals. Founded in 1990, it has been honored three times by having its wines served at the White House. In 2006, Arizona Gov. Janet Napolitano designated Callaghan Vineyards one of Arizona’s Treasures. — 336 Elgin Road. 520-455-5322. www.CallaghanVineyards.com.

•Kief Joshua Vineyards, founded in 2005, has 10 varieties of grapes under cultivation. Its first release was a 2008 Viognier. It uses traditional winemaking methods of minimal interference, open fermentation and barrel aging. — 370 Elgin Road. 520-455-5582. www.kj-vineyards.com.

•Village of Elgin Winery specializes in making wines from grapes grown in Arizona. It recently com-pleted a study of wine bottle closures and concluded that the Saranex Lined ROPP (Roll-on pilfer-proof) Screw Cap is the best way to store, age and preserve wine. So much so that it upgraded its bottling line to solely bottle using ROPP caps. Corks had a failure rate 400 percent greater than the ROPP cap. — 471 Elgin Road. 520-455-9309. www.ElginWines.com

•Sonoita Vineyards offers wines ranging from crisp to fruity to bold. In addition to its tasting room, the winery offers tours and private party events such as weddings and receptions. — Just off of State Route 83 south of Elgin. 520-455-5893. www.SonoitaVineyards.com

•Wilhelm Family Vineyards, established in late 2008, is the newest addition to the Sonoita area winer-ies. Initial offerings include four reds, two whites and one dessert red. — 21 Mountain Ranch Drive off Lower Elgin road. 520-4559291. wilhelmfamilyvineyards.com.


Photo by Marion Vendituoli

Jeff and Charlene Manning welcome visitors to Kief Joshua Winery in Elgin.

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rio ricobest of all worlds

The best of all worlds within easy reach

V isitors to Rio Rico will discover the casual and relaxing lifestyle of the Southwest and, at the same time, still be close to the amenities of a major city. The area is home to ranches as well as new housing developments. Rio Rico has a population of about 20,000, a shopping center, one high school

and several middle schools.Many pleasurable experiences are in store for the curious and active visitor — golfing, hiking, bird watching and riding horses. There are daily reminders of the Old West as cattle are free to roam the open range, and cowboys still round them up.

•Travelers may enjoy the Esplendor Resort, which has hosted business conferences, television pro-grams, and is frequented by many entertainment personalities.

•Some of Arizona’s most stunning scenery is just outside your door with awe-inspiring sunsets and star-studded nights. Keen-eyed visitors may spot coyotes, quail, hawks, doves, javelina and deer. Birders will take delight in the variety of species that can be spotted easily. The Rio Rico area is a migratory route for many birds.

•History buffs will enjoy hiking the historic Anza Trail along the Santa Cruz River.


•Restaurants in Rio Rico include Las Trankas de Rio Rico and the Mesquite Ranch for traditional local fare and Nona Vivi for an Italian flavor.

•Within 20 minutes of Rio Rico, visitors can visit the Tumacacori National Historical Park, watch artisans creating works of art in their studios in Tubac, or shop and dine in colorful Mexico.



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History (and chilies) spice up Tumacacori

The rural hamlet of Tumacacori, east of Interstate 19 between Tubac and Rio Rico, draws visitors who enjoy rich history and spicy chilies.

•Tumacacori National Historical Park brings the storied past to life at the site of a Spanish mission dating from the late 1600s. It was first established by renowned Jesuit priest Eusebio Francisco Kino. Franciscan missionar-ies, who succeeded the Jesuits, started work in about 1800 on the church that still stands. Guests can stroll by the church, through a visitors’ cen-ter at the park, a shady garden and more. Special events include guided tours fall through spring, and a multicultural fiesta in early December. This national park is open 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. daily except for Christmas and Thanksgiving. Phone 520-398-2341.

•Across the street from the mission is the popular Santa Cruz Chili & Spice Co., a family-owned business that features fine chili sauces and

pastes, a wide variety of gourmet Southwestern foods, cookbooks and a large selection of spices and herbs. Visitors are invited to see the artifacts in the small museum, sample some chili products, find a certain spice, or just soak up the rich history and heritage of this mesmerizing land. Phone 520-398-2591 or visit www.santacruzchili.com.


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Charming blend of art, history in Tubac

•One of the best places to delve into the area’s fascinating history is the Tubac Presidio State Historic Park, which includes an 1885 school-house, archaeological remnants from the 1700s, a restored Mexican-style row house, and a his-tory museum with American Indian and Span-ish artifacts.

•The Tubac Center of the Arts features sea-sonal juried exhibits in three connected galler-

Adistinctive mix of art and history creates an enchanting ambiance in the village of Tubac, which dates back to 1752.This small community is home to many artists, and fall through spring are peak

times for visitors to enjoy an adventure here.This charming shopping destination is designed with a compact layout that encourages leisurely strolling among captivating galleries featuring jewelry, paintings, pottery and more.


•The popular Tubac Festival of the Arts, one of the oldest outdoor art festivals in Arizona, takes place Feb. 10-14, 2010. This is the major event of the year as Tubac showcases the work of many visiting artisans and musicians from around the United States and Canada.

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•Visitors will find a variety of restaurants that dot the village. Overnight accommodations range from small, cozy inns to the full-service Tubac Golf Resort with comfortable rooms with views of the Santa Rita Mountains, two restaurants and a day spa.

•The Tubac Chamber of Commerce Web site is www.tubacaz.com. Phone 520-398-2704. Another excellent source is the Tubac Santa Cruz Visitors Center, www.toursantacruz.com. Phone 520-398-0007. Phone the Tubac Presidio State Historic Park at 520-398-2252 or visit www.azparks.gov.

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amadorural lifestyleAmado’s rural ambiance

Hikers, birdwatchers, cyclists and horseback riders are drawn to Amado’s rural lifestyle and striking scenery at the foot of the picturesque Santa Rita Mountains.Once a halfway station along a stage route from Nogales to Arivaca to Tucson, the

community south of Green Valley today is a mix of ranches, farms, family homes and modern shops, restaurants and overnight accommodations.Visit fine restaurants, small speciality shops, bed and breakfasts, a resort, a health spa and a you-pick farm—all of which make Amado a popular getaway for visitors and residents alike.


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•Rex Ranch and Spa offers overnight accommodations, fine dining, swimming, massage therapy and horseback riding.

•Amado Territory Inn bed and breakfast has guest rooms, a dining room for breakfast and high tea and occasional dinner theater productions.

•Amado Territory Ranch includes a gourmet deli, art gal-lery and visitors’ center at Kristofer’s Bistro, plus several artist studios and Stockman’s Grill.

•The well-known Cow Palace Restaurant features Old West decor, and you can’t miss the Long Horn Bar & Grill with an entrance shaped like a giant longhorn cattle skull.

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• The renowned Fred Lawrence Whipple Obser-vatory is atop nearby Mount Hopkins, the second highest peak in the Santa Rita Mountains. The visitor center is off Interstate 19 via the Canoa Road exit. Daytime tours from the visitor center up to the observatory are available from early spring to late fall. For reservations, phone 520-670-5707. More information is available at www.cfa.harvard.edu/facilities/flow/. Visitor center hours are Monday through Friday from 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.

• The 63-acre Agua Linda Farm offers special events as well as you-pick opportunities through much of the year, with food grown there for sale at the farm stand. The owners pride themselves on not using any chemical fertilizers or herbicide on their crops.

• For more information, go to www.toursantacruz.com/amado.asp or stop in at the visitor’s center at Kristofer’s Bistro at the Amado Territory Ranch.

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Green Valley: Retirement living at its best

Those who enjoy friendly neighbors and a small-town ambiance — combined with such amenities as shops, restaurants, hotels, and cultural and recreational activities — will feel right at home in Green Valley.

This nationally known retirement community provides all that in a scenic setting at the foot of the towering Santa Rita Mountains. Plus, bustling city life is only 23 miles north in Tucson.

•The Green Valley Sahuarita Chamber of Commerce has a membership roster of about 600 busi-nesses and is also an officially designated Tourism Information Center for the Arizona Office of Tourism.

When you’re in the area, stop by the Chamber office at 275 W. Continental Road, Suite 123. You’ll find plenty of information about places to go and things to see and do in Green Valley, Sahuarita and the surrounding area. Phone 520-625-7575 or 800-858-5872. Online at www.greenvalleychamber.com.

•Travelers will find excellent accommodations, with several hotels/inns within Green Valley and resorts, guest ranches, lodges and bed and breakfasts in the surrounding area.



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•There are several shopping centers in Green Valley and, a few miles up the road in Sahuarita, more shopping plazas.

•Green Valley, at an elevation of 2,900 feet, is often described as a golfer’s paradise. Duffers will find 11 golf courses in the area, all of which offer opportunities to play year-round.

•Many residents are members of Green Valley Rec-reation Inc., a non-profit services corporation that op-erates 13 recreation centers with tennis, swimming, shuffleboard, bocce, racquetball and state-of-the art fit-ness centers. It also offers a mix of plays, concerts, mov-ies, other entertainment and classes, as well as facilities for lapidary, ceramics, woodworking, photography, bil-liards, computer instruction and more. GVR, which has about 24,000 members, is frequently cited as the reason why new retirees choose Green Valley.


sahuaritalitt le saguaroA vibrant mix in Sahuarita

Avibrant mix of residential neighborhoods,

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•Popular attractions include the Desert Diamond Casino (520-294-7777 or www desertdiamond.com); the Titan II Missile Museum (520- 625-7736, www.pimaair.org); the Asarco Mineral Discovery Center (520-625-7513, www.asarco.com/AMDC); and the Green Valley Pecan Store (520-791-2062 or www.pecanstore.com).

•The town’s Anamax Park is its oldest and largest public park, covering 23 acres with a recreation center, ball fields, picnic ar-eas, dog park, playground and more. Its five-acre Sahuarita Lake Park includes a 10-acre lake for fishing and a walking trail. The town’s also welcomes the public to its smaller Anza Trail Park, Parque Los Arroyos, North Santa Cruz Park and the Quail Creek — Veterans Municipal Park.

•Commercial developments include the Rancho Sahuarita Marketplace and Village at Interstate 19 and Sahuarita Road, an-chored by the Fry’s Marketplace and surrounded by a mix of smaller shops and businesses; the Madera Marketplace on South Nogales Highway, home of the Wal-Mart Supercenter; the Sahuarita Palms Plaza on West Duval Mine Road, anchored by a Safeway grocery

store; and the Valley Verde Center, home to the Ashley Furniture Homestore on West Duval Mine Road; the Sahuarita Plaza on the Frontage Road and the smaller Quorum Plaza on West Beta Street.


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Enjoy golf at several of Arizona’s best golf courses or just relax at our beautiful pool. Guests can choose from 10 greatcourses including San Ignacio, Canoa Hills, Torres Blancas, Kino Springs, Tubac, Quail Creek and Rio Rico. Golf Packages and Group Discounts available all with advance tee times.

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golfingon the linksOut on the links in Southern Arizona

Great weather, fabulous scenery and a wealth of courses make Southern Arizona a paradise for golfers. More than 60 courses — from the Mexican border to the Santa Catalina Mountains

at Tucson’s north end — offer a year-round array of choices for those devoted to the game.From luxury resort settings to municipal and neighborhood links, beginners, pros and those in between will find traditional layouts and true desert challenges.Check out details and rates at www.visittucson.org or on the courses’ own individual Web sites.

•Green Valley/Sahuarita courses at Haven, Tortuga (executive), Canoa Hills, Canoa Ranch, San Ignacio, Quail Creek and Torres Blancas attract senior golfers from the local retirement communi-ties, along with those lured to this quiet small-town setting at a little higher elevation than Tucson.

•Other Santa Cruz Valley courses include the Santa Rita Golf Club east of Sahuarita; the scenic Tubac Golf Resort just north of the historic village of Tubac; Esplendor, a Robert Trent course at


Rio Rico; and in Nogales, Kino Springs and Palo Duro Creek.

•Tucson city courses include Randolph, Del Urich, Dorado, El Rio, Fred Enke and Silverbell. The Old Pueblo area also is home to courses at Saddlebrook, Vistoso, El Conquistador, Heritage High-lands, Continental Ranch, Raven, Dove Mountain, Stone Canyon, Omni, Arizona National, Wes-tin La Paloma, Skyline, Loews Ventana Canyon, Forty-Niner, Oro Valley, Starr Pass, Mountain View, Sun City Vistoso and Quail Canyon.

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madera canyonverdant delightSky island is a verdant delight for hikers and birders

The forested sky island of Madera Canyon is one of the most beloved outdoor locales in Southern Arizona.Tucked into the western flank of the

beautiful Santa Rita Mountains, the canyon attracts throughout the year birding enthusiasts from around the world, hikers of all ages and abilities, plus picnickers, campers and sight-seers.A paved two-lane road winds its way up from the desert floor to about 6,000 feet in elevation, where well-used and relatively steep trails climb the slopes of Mount Wrightson all the way to its bare and rocky peak at 9,453 feet, the highest point in the Santa Ritas.


•Hiking trails include the fairly steep, 10.8-mile round- trip Old Baldy Trail, the most popular route to the top; the more gradual, 16-mile round-trip Super Trail; the 4.4-mile one-way Nature Trail, strenuous but with great views of the entire canyon. A trail map is available at any of the lodges in the canyon, or you can get one at the welcome station at the canyon’s entrance when it is open.

•Madera Canyon is an extremely popular day-use area with three developed picnic areas, all with tables, bathrooms and charcoal grills. The Bog Springs Campground has sites for $10 a night year-round.

•The U.S. Forest Service charges a $5 per car user fee, or you can purchase a $20 annual pass.

•Three lodges welcome visitors year-round: Santa Rita Lodge (520-625-8746, www.santaritalodge.com), offering casitas and free-standing cabins with private decks; the A-framed Madera Kubo (520-625-2908, www.maderakubo.com), which has four cozy cab-ins and a gift shop; the Chuparosa Inn (520-393-7370, www.chup-arosainn.com), with three beautiful rooms, a great bird-watching area, a barbecue and friendly hosts.


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anza trailon the trail of historyAlong the Anza Trail

Threading its way through the Santa Cruz Valley is a scenic portion of the Juan Bautista de Anza National Historic Trail, which traces the route the Basque explorer took in 1776 while leading some 240 immigrants west to

Alta California to establish a presidio and settlement.The Anza Trail will eventually run from Culiacan, Mexico to San Francisco,

about 1,200 miles over mostly rugged and arid territory.

For hikers, bicyclists and equestrians:•A 5.2-mile section in the Canoa Ranch area, just south of Green Val-

ley, begins east of Interstate 19 on Elephant Head Road near the Santa Cruz River. The trail here is a packed surface for foot and bicycle traffic. Equestrians can use the river wash so as not to damage the trail.

•A rather lush, 3.5-mile section follows the river from the presidio at Tubac to the mission at Tumacacori. This is one of the more pop-ular hikes in the Santa Cruz Valley and can be picked up at well-marked trailheads at the mission and the presidio. Hikers and horse-

back riders are likely to see the left-behind evidence of illegal immigration along the

trail, and the river itself flows with re-claimed wastewater. Still, it’s a beau-tiful route, and this mostly flat, easy trail is a great option for families.

•A five-mile one-way stretch of the trail near Rio Rico follows the river and winds through mesquite

forests. Take Interstate 19 exit 17, Rio Rico/Yavapai Drive. Cross the river to the east,

then turn left onto a gravel road and look for the trail-head sign.



•A seven-mile, mostly paved section of the Anza Trail runs near downtown Tucson, along the dry Santa Cruz River bed from West Silverlake Road to Columbus Park. Another 1.5-mile stretch runs between Ajo Way and Ir-vington Road. Both are open to foot and bicycle traffic.

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buenos aireswildlife havenBuenos Aires refuge is a wildlife haven

Miles of undeveloped grasslands are home to an alluring mix of fauna at the Buenos Aires National Wildlife Refuge, southwest of Green Valley in the Altar Valley.

The U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service manages this 118,800-acre reserve that includes roads, trails and campsites to help visitors get to the heart of this scenic outdoor treasure.

The best areas to visit:•An easily accessible boardwalk that wanders through a cienega just east of the village of Arivaca. It’s a

birdwatchers’ delight.

•Refuge headquarters are just east of State Route 286. Take I-19 south to Arivaca Junction, take Arivaca Road southeast past the village of Arivaca and continue about 10 to 15 miles. Exhibits explain much of the refuge, and a ranger or two often are on hand to answer questions. Open daily 7:30 a.m. to 4 p.m. Closed Thanksgiv-ing, Christmas and New Year’s Day. The visitor center also is closed weekends from June 1 to Aug. 15.

•A dominant landmark is Baboquivari Peak, a 7,734-foot monolithic mountain that’s near the refuge on the tribal lands of the Tohono O’odham people. It’s a centerpiece of the Altar Valley and a sacred place to tribal members.

•Brown Canyon on the northwest side of the refuge is another great place to view flora and fauna. It’s open to groups and visitors for a fee, and experts lead the trips. Call refuge headquarters at (520) 823-4251 to make reservations.

•The southern boundary of the Buenos Aires is the Mexican border, and a small part of the United States side is closed to traffic due to security efforts to stop illegal im-migrants and smugglers.


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Here is a hefty handful of our favorites that we heartily recommend you stop by to see.

•If you had time to visit just one attraction in Southern Arizona, you couldn’t go wrong by head-ing over to the Arizona-Sonora Desert Museum in the Tucson Mountain foothills west of the Old Pueblo.

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Almost two miles of paths traverse 21 acres of the Sonoran Desert. Visitors can enjoy a self-guided tour of the grounds or join in bird walks, animal demonstrations or interpretive tours of raptors, saguaros and more that are offered daily.

More than 300 species of animals and more than 1,200 kinds of plants are exhib-ited in settings designed to be part zoo, part natural history museum and part bo-tanical garden.

520-883-2702, www.desertmuseum.org.

•The charm and charisma is unmistakable in Bisbee, a quaint former copper mining town that at one time was one of the world’s richest mineral sites. Today, this mile-high community in Southeastern Arizona features a colorful history and a thriving arts scene.

For a real underground mining experience, don a hard hat and board the single-gauge railroad that takes passengers 1,800 feet back into the Copper Queen Mine and 100 years back into Bisbee’s history.

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Queen Hotel built in 1902 or at one of the comfortable bed-and-breakfast inns in the Old Bisbee neighbor-hood. And be sure to spend some time browsing through the local museums, art galleries and gift shops throughout downtown Bisbee.

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•An underground tour at Kart-chner Caverns State Park, 12 miles south of Benson in Cochise County, truly is a spectacular ad-venture.

Kept secret since its discovery in 1974, Kartchner Caverns was announced to the world in 1988 by the Arizona State Parks, which spent years to develop the traveled portions of the cave and install air locks that trap humidity inside.

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large gift shop, regional and interactive displays and educational information. Other park features include a picnic area, shaded dining area, vend-ing area, amphitheater, hummingbird garden, hiking trails and campgrounds.

The Rotunda/Throne Tours are avail-able year-round. The park also offers a Big Room Tour part of the year.

520-586-4100, www.azparks.gov. For reservations, 520-586-2283.

•A spiritual and historical ambiance fills the beautiful Mission San Xavier Del Bac, the “white dove of the desert” along the Santa Cruz River south of Tucson and north of Sahuarita.

It brings together Pima Indian spiritu-ality and Spanish colonial Christianity, symbolizing the continuity and depth of the region’s cultural heritage.

This Mexican Baroque adobe struc-ture was completed about 1797. There


is no other artistic or architectural equivalent in the United States. The third church on the site, the mission is one of a chain of 21 envisioned by famous Jesuit missionary Eusebio Francisco Kino.

The mission is part of an active Catholic parish on the Tohono O’odham Nation. It is off Interstate 19 at exit 92. It is open for viewing daily, as are the gift shop and a free museum.

520-294-2624, www.sanxaviermission.org.

•Old Tucson Studios is where the West was filmed. From movie heroes like John Wayne to current box-office stars such as Harrison Ford, many of Hollywood’s legends have walked these rugged streets, the setting for hundreds of major motion pictures.

This Western theme park and movie studio offers re-enactments of Old West gunfights and stunts, musical revues, special events, gift shops, and food and beverages. Don’t miss Old Tucson Studios’ Reno locomotive. Proudly stationed at the north end of town, the Reno has more than 100 film and television credits.

520-883-0100, www.oldtucson.com.

•Tombstone, called “the town too tough to die,” is recognized internationally as the site of the infamous shoot-out at the O.K. Corral.

Visitors flock to this Old West locale to see gunfight re-enactments, walk among the headstones at the Boothill Cemetery, view the Birdcage Theater museum and take a stagecoach ride through town.

Along the wooden boardwalks on Allen Street are a variety of curio and gift shops, antiques, clothing and restaurants and bars, including the Crystal Palace Saloon.

History is the focus at such sites as the Tombstone Courthouse State Historic Park, the Tombstone Epitaph Museum and the Rose Tree Museum.

888-457-3929, www.tombstonechamber.com.


•Affectionately called the “Old Pueblo” by its residents, Tucson is one of the oldest continually inhabited cities in the nation.

With more than 750,000 residents, it is Arizona’s second-largest city and home to the University of Ari-zona, Davis-Monthan Air Force Base, much Old West history and amazing natural scenery.

Tucson also is known for its abundance of sunshine, making the area perfect for hiking, biking, swim-ming, tennis, horseback riding and golf.

The city also hosts several respected opera and theatre companies; a mix of drama, comedy, song and dance venues; and a downtown crowded with art galleries.

Metropolitan Tucson Convention and Visitors Bureau: 520-624-1817, 1-888-2-TUCSON or www.visit-tucson.org.

eventsarea happeningsHere are some of the wonderfully entertaining offerings coming up in

Southern Arizona. Choose from music, dance, living history, classic cars and more!

December 2009A Winter Wonderland of Great Music

Green Valley Concert Band performs Dec. 13 at 7 p.m. at Sahuarita School District Auditorium. 520-300-6265.

Green Valley Chamber Music SocietyMusical program Dec. 14 at 9:45 a.m. at St. Francis Episcopal Parish Hall in Green Valley. 520-

625-1370.

Songs for the SeasonThe Green Valley Community Chorus marks its 35th season with a holiday concert Dec. 14 at 7

p.m. and Dec. 15 at 4:30 p.m. Valley Presbyterian Church in Green Valley. 520-648-7317.

Happy Holidays with the TSOThe Tucson Symphony Orchestra Pops

entertains at the GVR West Center in Green Valley on Dec. 19 at 7 p.m. 520-625-3440.

Sons of OrpheusPerformance Dec. 19 at 7 p.m. at Com-

munity Performing Arts Center in Green Valley. 520-399-1750.

Winter FestivalCatch the holiday spirit on Dec. 19 from

2 p.m. to 7 p.m. at Sahuarita Lake Park. The town of Sahuarita and Rancho Sahuarita present Santa and Mrs. Claus, elves, an ice rink, a train, roaming Christmas carolers and luminaries. 520-822-8896.



Nogales Christmas Parade & Annual Christmas Tree LightingAn all-day festival featuring Santa Claus and his reindeer, a children’s parade and the lighting of a 30-foot

Christmas tree. Nogales Chamber of Commerce, 520-287-3685.

January 2010Living History Tour

Tumacacori National Historical Park hosts tour at Tumacacori, Calabazas and Guevavi sites on Jan. 19, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. $38 per person by advanced reservation with Spirit Steps Tours, 29 Tubac Plaza, 520-398-2655, 866-508-0094.

Big Band Sounds of Green ValleyPerforms Jan. 21 at 7 p.m. at GVR West Center in Green Valley, 520-625-3440.

Santa Cruz Valley Car Nuts Car ShowVintage cars by the dozens are a highlight of this popular, annual show at the Tubac Golf Resort on Jan.

23. 520-648-7029.

Santa Cruz River BandPerforms Jan. 28 at 7 p.m. and the GVR West Center in Green Valley. 520-625-3440.


An Evening with Liz CallawayComes to the GVR West Center in Green Valley Jan. 29 at 7 p.m. 520-625-3440.

Giacomo Puccini’s “La Boheme”Opera preview at Community Performing Arts Center in Green Valley on Jan. 29 at 2 p.m. 520-399-1750.

Southwestern SpectacularGreen Valley Concert Band performs Jan. 21 at 7 p.m. at Sahuarita School District Auditorium. 520-

300-6265.

February 2010Living History Tour

Tumacacori National Historical Park hosts tour at Tumacacori, Calabazas and Guevavi sites on Feb. 9, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. $38 per person by advanced reservation with Spirit Steps Tours, 29 Tubac Plaza, 520-398-2655, 866-508-0094.

Spring FolliesAnnual dance extravaganza takes the stage Feb. 9-11 at the GVR West Center in Green Valley. 7 p.m. on

Feb. 9 & 11, and 2 p.m. on Feb. 10. 520-625-3440.


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Bavarian Brass BandEntertains Feb. 25 at 7 p.m. at

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Flute, Violin, Harp Trio RecitalPerformance on Feb. 28 at 2 p.m. at Community Performing Arts Center in Green Valley. 520-399-1750.

March 2010Stories of Luck

Teller of Tales Storytellers entertain March 5 at 3 p.m. at Joyner-Green Valley Public Library. 520-594-5295.

Hot Jazz & Cool ClassicsGreen Valley Concert Band performs March 9 at 7 p.m. at Sahuarita High School Auditorium. 520-625-3502.

“GIGI”Valley Players present this classic Broadway stage production at GVR’s West Center in Green Valley.

March 10-13 at 7 p.m. and March 14 at 2 p.m. 520-625-3440.

Living History TourTumacacori National Historical Park hosts tour at Tumacacori, Calabazas and Guevavi sites on March

16, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. $38 per person by advanced reservation with Spirit Steps Tours, 29 Tubac Plaza, 520-398-2655, 866-508-0094.

Green Valley Stage BandPerforms March 18 at 7 p.m. at GVR West Center in Green Valley. 520-625-3440.

Joey & Regina with Big Band ExpressMusical entertainment March 23 at 7 p.m. at GVR West Center in Green Valley. 520-625-3440.

Spring ConcertGreen Valley Community Church members perform March 22 at 7 p.m. and March 23 at 2 p.m. at

Valley Presbyterian Church in Green Valley. 520-625-4712.

The Doo-Wah RidersPerform March 25 at 7 p.m. at GVR West Center in Green Valley. 520-625-3440.

ArtWalkVisitors are invited to explore the local working studios that Tubac is renowned for. March 27-28 from

10 a.m. to 5 p.m. 520-398-2704.

POPS ParadeTucson Symphony Orchestra performs

March 30 at 7 p.m. at GVR West Center in Green Valley. 520-625-3440.

Mariachi FestivalLive Mariachi music at Patagonia Lake

State Park with great food. Call Patagonia Lake State Park, 520-287-6965, for date and time, or visit www.patagoniaaz.com.

April 2010Taste of Tubac

Fine restaurants come together on April 3 to create a feast that celebrates all of Tubac’s fine dining. 520-398-2704.



Swing FeverPerforms April 6 at 7 p.m. at GVR West Center in Green Valley. 520-625-3440.

Living History TourTumacacori National Historical Park hosts tour at Tumacacori, Calabazas and Guevavi sites on April 13,

10 a.m. to 4 p.m. $38 per person by advanced reservation with Spirit Steps Tours, 29 Tubac Plaza, 520-398-2655, 866-508-0094.

Rossini’s “The Barber of Seville”Opera preview on April 13 at 2 p.m. at Community Per-

forming Arts Center in Green Valley. 520-399-1750.

Brass Quintet RecitalPerformance on April 25 at 2 p.m. at Community Per-

forming Arts Center in Green Valley. 520-399-1750.

Spring FestivalAn afternoon of family fun featuring an Easter egg

hunt, music, carnival games, dance performances, jumping castles, food and drink at Anamax Park, spon-sored by the town of Sahuarita. Phone 520-822-8896 for date and time.

Blessing of the VineyardsThe oldest wine festival in Arizona features tours of Sonoita Vineyards in Elgin. For date and time, 520-

455-5893 or www.patagoniaaz.com.

Santa Cruz County Horse RacesThoroughbred and quarter horse racing at the Sonoita Fairgrounds. Community fair and exhibition, live

entertainment. For dates and time, 520-455-5553 or www.patagoniaaz.com.

Charles Mingus Jazz FestivalFeatures regional jazz, great food, entertainment and fun in Nogales, Ariz. Phone Nogales-Santa Cruz

County Chamber of Commerce, 520-287-3685, for date and time.

May 2010Fiestas de Mayo

Live music, games, art exhibitions, great Mexican food at Fleischer Park in Nogales, Ariz. Phone Nogales-Santa Cruz County Chamber of Commerce, 520-287-3685, for date and time.

Alpaca Shearing Day & Fiber FestivalShearing, spinning and weaving demonstrations at the Heartland Ranch in El-


gin. For date and time, phone 520-455-5701 or visit www.patagoniaaz.com.

Fiestas de MayoIn Nogales, Sonora. Phone 011-52-631-31-2-02-

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June 2010Sonoita Quarter Horse Show

Oldest Quarter Horse show in the nation at So-noita Fairgrounds. For dates and time, phone the fairgrounds, 520-455-5553, or visit www.sonoita-fairgrounds.com.

July 2010Fourth of July Celebration

Tubac offers old-fashioned games for the kids and fireworks at the Tubac Golf Resort on July 4. 520-398-2704 or www.tubacaz.com.


July 4th celebrationsFood, games, entertainment and fireworks at

Fleischer Park in Nogales, Ariz., from 4 p.m. to mid-night. City of Nogales, 520-287-6571.

August 2010Blessing of the Harvest

Celebrating the grape harvest in Elgin. $10 ad-mission for wine tasting, souvenir glass, winery and vineyard tours, live music, dancing, grape stomping contest. Lunch may be purchased on site. 520-455-5893 or www.patagoniaaz.com.

September 2010Sonoita Rodeo

Rodeo, steak fry and dance Labor Day weekend at Sonoita Fairgrounds. For times, 520-455-5553 or www.patagoniaaz.com.

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Fiesta SahuaritaLive music, entertainment, games, food, booths at Anamax Park, celebrating Sahuarita’s incorporation

in 1994. Sahuarita Parks & Recreation, 520-822-8890.

Santa Cruz County Fair 4-H auction, open exhibits, carnival, vendors, school exhibits and family entertainment during the last

weekend in September at Sonoita Fairgrounds. 520-455-5553 or www.patagoniaaz.com.

Fiestas PatriasAt Fleischer Park in Nogales, Ariz. For date and time, phone Nogales-Santa Cruz County Chamber

of Commerce, (520) 287-3685.

October 2010Patagonia Fall Festival

More than 150 arts, crafts and specialty food booths from around the Southwest with great entertain-ment in Patagonia’s Town Park. Second weekend in October. Patagonia Visitor Information, 520-394-0060, (888) 794-0060 or www.patagoniaaz.com.

Anza Days CelebrationHonoring Juan Bautista de Anza and the heritage of Tubac at the Tubac Presidio State Historic Park.

Tubac Chamber of Commerce, 520-398-2704, www.tubacaz.com.



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By Jaime Richardsonwww.gvnews.com

Wh e n R a n c h o Sahuarita resi-dents first eyed the large, dark splotch in the mesquite tree in their front yard, they thought a garbage bag had gotten stuck in the branches.

After a closer look, they were surprised to see thousands of bees swarming around a chunk of honeycomb the size of a basketball. That’s when the Hawkins family, who live in the Entrada Boni-ta subdivision sea h d

By Philip Franchinewww.sahuaritasun.com

Rancho Sahuarita has a 457-acre property at Mission Road and Helmet Peak Road up for sale. A large sign on the west side of Mission Road says “terms available” and lists Jeremy Sharpe and Sharpe & Associates as contacts.

Sharpe, the son of Rancho Sahuarita developer Bob Sharpe, said the entire prop-erty is available and has a guaranteed 100-year water supply through the Sahua-rita Water Co.

Sharpe said the property, called Sahuarita Mission, is under Pima County juris-diction and is zoned Rural Homestead. Rancho Sahuarita in September made a request to amend the town General Plan for a 462-acre site at the same intersection that could pave the way for annexation to the town, but the town Planning and Zoning Com-mission by a 2-to-2 vote did not give its recommenda-tion.

The request was for a

DAN SHEARER | THE SAHUARITA SUNHOME BUILDERS say they’re at a disadvantage if they pull their signs and competitors don’t.

By Philip Franchinewww.sahuaritasun.com

Drive around Sahuarita on the weekend and you’ll see that signs are every-where — so many that resi-dents have complained and town officials are planning a crackdown. The signs include scores of home builders’ signs ille-gally placed on the roadside on most weekends, as well as a scattering of signs for other businesses, churches and sports leagues.

Town staff did a count on a recent weekend and saw more

than 100 illegally placed home builders’ signs, Town Plan-ning and Zoning Director Sarah S. More said. A Quail Creek resident said he count-ed about 120 each on two sepa-rate weekends before that.More has sent a letter to home builders advising them that if they do not pull the roadside signs, “staff will begin conduct-ing weekend sweeps and is-suing fines to violators. The minimum fine imposed by the hearing officer for vio-lation of the sign code is $50 per violation per day.”

The town allows builders

to show their locations on kiosk signs that list a num-ber of builders, but town code does not allow for in-dividual signs away from a builders site, More said.“The Town of Sahuarita’s Planning and Zoning Depart-ment has received complaints from residents of the Town re-garding the posting of direc-tional (arrow) signs and other signs advertising new home sales,” the letter read. “These ‘bandit signs’ are not in com-pliance with the Town’s Zon-ing Code. This code provides a framework of comprehen-sive sign standards and is a

part of the community’s deci-sion to preserve and enhance the natural, scenic desert en-vironment of the area,” the letter continued.The letter said, “While we understand the need to advertise, particularly in this difficult economy, off-site signs are nevertheless illegal.”

Residents and members of the town council and planning commission have complained about the signs. “It’s a beautiful place. This is a community value.

Sahuarita clamps down on illegal signs

Sharpe sellingMission land

School tax cr dit

SEE SIGNS, PAGE A9

SEE FOR SALE, PAGE A9

Painless bee removalhelps family, hive

SPORTSMustangs

lose to Trojans.A13


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VOL 43, NO. 85 OCTOBER 25, 2009 SUNDAY

What’s out there to read?

C5

‘Amelia’ a treat for pilots

BookBookReviewsReviews

By Ellen Sussman

Special to the Green Valley News

Two days before “Ame-

lia” opened in theaters na-

tionwide, preview screen-

ings were held across the

country for members of

The Ninety-Nines Inc., an

international women’s pi-

lot organization whose first

elected president was avia-

tor Amelia Earhart.

In Tucson, “Amelia”

screened Wednesday evening

at the Century El Con The-

ater and a contingent of local

members of the Tucson chap-

ter of Ninety-Nines and their

guests attended. Earhart, who captured

the heart of the nation in

the mid-1930s, is among the

most famous missing per-

sons of all time. At 40, she

and navigator Fred Noonan

were attempting to circle

the globe when their plane

disappeared July 2, 1937,

over the Pacific Ocean.

T h e g o v e r n m e n t

launched the greatest search

in history to no avail.

“Amelia” — the filmT wo - t i m e A c a d e my

ELLEN SUSSMAN | SPECIAL TO THE GREEN VALLEY NEWS

AFTER THE FILM last week, members of the Tucson chapter of Ninety-

Nines congregated around a poster of “Amelia” in the theater lobby.

Women enjoy new movie on Earhart Who are theNinety Nines?Learn more as we share

stories of “Hometown He-

roes” from across Southern

Arizona next month.

SEE AMELIA, PAGE A8

Ag officialgets earful

on RosemontBy Dick Kamp

Wick Communications Environmental Liaison

A high-level Depart-

ment of Agriculture offi-

cial capped a day of public

meetings and a tour of the

proposed Rosemont mine

site on Saturday by saying

the agency will look hard

at whether the U.S. Forest

Service has the authority to

reject a mine. Jay Jensen, Deputy Un-

der Secretary for Natural

Resources and the Environ-

ment, said a decision on

that question could come as

early as the middle of next

year. “We wouldn’t shoot for

that timeline if we didn’t

think we could do it,” he

SEE ROSEMONT, PAGE A4

We love a parade!

InsideMeeting in Green Valley,

Page A4

Sports

B1

Arizonatakes care of business against UCLA

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