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Table of Contents08 Meet the Denison Family

14 Community

30 Easter Island

38 MIM

40 Scottsdale, Cave Creek and Stoneman Road

42 Celebration of Excellence

48 The Balladeer :: Dolan Ellis

54 Desert Ranch and Legend Trail: The Early Years

56 The Color of Music

60 For Land’s Sake: The Legacy of KT Palmer

62 Hope will Always Whisper

70 Dining Guide

72 Professional Services and Marketplace

78 Local Index

82 Recipe

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Table of Contents08 Meet the Denison Family

14 Community

30 Easter Island

38 MIM

40 Scottsdale, Cave Creek and Stoneman Road

42 Celebration of Excellence

48 The Balladeer :: Dolan Ellis

54 Desert Ranch and Legend Trail: The Early Years

56 The Color of Music

60 For Land’s Sake: The Legacy of KT Palmer

62 Hope will Always Whisper

70 Dining Guide

72 Professional Services and Marketplace

78 Local Index

82 Recipe

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This time last year was a year of beginnings. My youngest daughter had just been born, and we were making all of the changes that could be expected for a family growing from five to six. This year, there are also changes. I somehow feel less prepared, though I’ve had many years to get it together. Our oldest daughter, Amanda, is graduating high school this year – our first to leave the nest, and our first to test my strength as a mother in this way.

It almost seems cliché to talk about how proud I am of her and the wonderful young woman she has become. I’ve heard people say that about their own children for years, and I’ve smiled and nodded and been genuinely happy for them. This time is different, though. I now know the knot of emotions that lies beneath those words; the pride and happiness and heartbreak and sadness tumble around just below my throat, and I’m never sure which is going to make me laugh or make me cry when I talk about her.

I keep reminding myself (although I don’t always listen) that this isn’t an ending; it’s a beginning.

Amanda, I am so unabashedly proud of the sensitive, funny, focused young woman you are, and I could not have more honor than what I have because you are my daughter. From the first days I brought you home and counted all of your fingers and toes, to the lessons of love, commitment, patience and respect that we’ve both learned along the way, you have made me a better person. The fact that you have always been, and continued to be, your own amazing creation leaves me feeling humble and grateful, and brings me to tears.

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unning shoes are definitely a necessity in the Denison household. When they’re not

training for a triathlon or marathon, Cave Creek couple Todd and Kristin can usually

be found sprinting sons Talan, 5, and Dylan, 2, to swim classes, tee-ball practices and

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They’re off to a good start. Both Talan and Dylan have

been attending swim classes at Hubbard Swim School every

Saturday since they were six months old. Talan is excited

to join the swim team someday and will play soccer for the

Desert Foothills Soccer League in the fall, but for now he’s

been busy playing tee-ball.

Dylan loves following in his big brother’s footsteps, and

enjoys going to all the games and practices. “They’re very

high-energy,” says Kristin. “I try to keep them busy during the

day so they’ll sleep through the night!”

Todd and Kristin met in high school when she was

lifeguarding at the community pool in Palatine, Illinois, a

suburb of Chicago. They dated for a bit, but went their

separate ways for college: she to Miami University in Oxford,

Ohio and he to Coe College in Cedar Rapids, Iowa. After

graduating, Todd moved to Cave Creek where his parents

relocated. A few years later, he and Kristin reconnected and

she moved to Arizona to be with him. They got married in

Sedona six years ago.

The newlyweds had planned on having kids, but the first

one was a surprise. “It has been a very exciting journey

with them,” says Kristin. “Talan is very even-keeled and easy

going. Dylan’s a clown. He likes to make you laugh.”

Both boys will be attending Desert Willow Elementary

School next year. Talan will start kindergarten in a Spanish-

immersion program, and Dylan will be in preschool. Kristin

is hoping the one-stop will open up some free time in her

busy schedule, but it doesn’t seem likely. Between working

full-time as an account manager in the financial services

industry and running after the boys, she is training with the

Running Chicks of Cave Creek (RC3) three days a week for

the Mountains2Beach Marathon in Ojai, California May 25.

“This is my first time running in it,” she says of the event.

“My last marathon was in Chicago in 2012.”


Todd isn’t one to sit around,

either. When he isn’t working as an

account manager for DirectTV, he’s

training as well – for a triathlon.

An avid swimmer in high school,

he has completed several triathlons

over the years and is planning on

doing two or three this year. On

busy days, like Saturdays, they

take turns getting in their runs with

Kristin rising at 4:30 a.m. to fit it in.

“We don’t exercise together,” she

admits. “That wouldn’t be good. We

need our own space!”

Space is the reason why the

Denisons recently moved from

Dove Valley Ranch to a new home

in Lone Mountain Estates. Kristin

explains: “We needed more space

for the two little boys. They were

taking up too much room with

their toys piling up.” The new home

also includes a pool that was just

finished, and enough room to allow

for separate offices for both her

and Todd, “… which is a blessing

since we both work from home.”

Although Kristin’s family is still back

in the Midwest, the Denisons love

living in Arizona. They have no

plans to move back, but continue

to be big Chicago Bears and Cubs

fans. “We never miss a football

game,” she says. “Football Sundays

are big in our house.”


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The boys have embraced the

Southwestern lifestyle as well.

Talan is into playing cowboys

and watching bull riding at the

Buffalo Chip Saloon. Dylan is

right there next to him. When

family does come into town,

the Denisons like to take them

to Harold’s Cave Creek Corral,

the Buffalo Chip or Brisam’s

Grill to do the “cowboy thing.”

Another favorite is taking their

boat, which they share with

another family, out onto Lake

Pleasant. “We try to do it every

couple of weekends or so in

the summer,” says Kristin. “It’s

tough though, with the boys still

being small.”

Trying to fit it all in can be

tiresome some days, but it’s

a good thing Kristin and Todd

have the energy. “The work-

life balance is really tough,”

admits Kristin. “You just have to

put your head down and take

each day as it comes. I am

a planner and plan ahead on

Outlook, but mostly Todd and

I take turns. We’re just normal

people trying to make it all

work.”

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Big Bronco Raises Money for RescuesPaying tribute to the horse, our great

Western icon, the 14th anniversary sale at Big Bronco Western Furniture, 6602 E. Cave Creek Rd. in Cave Creek is still going on. The sale was kicked off April 25 with entertainment by Western singer Mike Ewing and a trunk show by horse photographer Susan Williams.

Proceeds from the April 26 used tack sale were for the benefit of Triple “R” Horse Rescue. April 27, proceeds from the used tack sale went to benefit AZ Equine Rescue.

Big Bronco sells hand-picked rustic and Western furnishings at their location in Cave Creek. The sale features specials all throughout the store and up to 50 percent discount on selected items.

Desert Foothills LibraryYouth Events and Programs

Summertime is coming early to the Desert Foothills Library, 38443 N. Schoolhouse Rd. in Cave Creek, as it announces events and programs specially geared to the area. All programs are free and pre-registration is required only for the LEGO Club.

For the youngest library-goers, Toddler Storytime (ages 2-5); 9:45 to 10:15 a.m. is held Tuesdays; Little Ones Storytime (ages birth-36 months); 9:45 to 10:15 a.m. Thursdays; and Pajama Storytime (all ages welcome); 10:30 to 11 a.m. May 17.

LEGO Club (all ages, recommended 3 and up); 4-5 p.m. May 29. This monthly group gives kids a chance to create and build with the library’s collection of LEGOs. Please register by phone.

The library is the place to be for teens, too. Teen Tech Help Desk will be held noon to 3 p.m. May 15. Come seek the assistance of some local, tech-savvy teens and finally figure out your smart phone, that difficult app, or any mobile device or tablet.

Teen Advisory Group will be held 1 to 3 p.m. May 25, and the last Sunday of each month. Whether through volunteering or brainstorming

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for programs, teens are invited to meet other library enthusiasts and share ideas. Refreshments are provided for the group.

Also, Teen Table Games, including Monopoly, Pictionary, chess and checkers, is held 4 to 5 p.m. every Friday. Refreshments are provided.

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Join Carefree Cave Creek Chamber of CommerceCarefree Cave Creek Chamber of Commerce is holding

their annual membership drive during the month of May. The chamber is waiving the administration fee and offering 13 months for the price of a new one-year membership. There are many incentives for all existing members who refer a new member during this month, and it’s a great opportunity to become a member of the Carefree Cave Creek Chamber.

480-488-3381www.carefreecavecreek.org

Karsten’s Ace Hardware Taps Welch as Director David Karsten, owner of Karsten’s Ace Hardware,

recently announced the promotion of Ron Welch to the position of director of retail operations. Welch will oversee Karsten’s Ace Hardware’s Valley locations in Cave Creek, Carefree and Goodyear.

A valued member of the Karsten’s team for the past six years, Welch has served as the Carefree store manager for the past 4 ½ years.

Ron Welch is a familiar face in the Northeast Valley. He serves on the board of directors of the Carefree/Cave Creek Chamber of Commerce and is heavily involved in the Carefree Christmas Festival, among other community activities.

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Snowbirds: Clean Cupboards for a CauseInstead of letting valuable food go to waste,

Tobias’ Automotive Specialists of Anthem and Cave Creek is asking winter visitors to clean out their cupboards before taking flight. Help support the Foothills Food Bank by dropping off food and pantry items at Tobias’ Anthem or Cave Creek locations.

“We encourage you to donate those items remaining in your pantry or cupboards, before you leave for the summer. Your donation will help hungry families in our community, who need a helping hand,” said Andy Tobias.

Tobias’ Auto in Anthem is located at 4205 W. Summit Walk Ct. Shop hours: Monday through Friday, 7:30 a.m. to 5 p.m.; Saturday 8 a.m. to 4 p.m.; closed Sunday.

Tobias’ Auto in Cave Creek is located at 6022 E. Cave Creek Rd. Store hours: Monday through Friday, 7:30 a.m. to 5 p.m.; closed Saturday and Sunday.

For those who are unable to drop off their contributions, scheduled pick-ups can be arranged. Tobias’ Auto is here to help you give back to your community.

623-551-7474 (Anthem)480-488-2914 (Cave Creek)www.tobiasauto.com

Sign Up for Youth Production of “Robin Hood” in Cave CreekThis delightful Missoula Children’s Theatre musical production of

Robin Hood tours the country sharing goodhearted laughter and life lessons, plus the experience of being part of a theatrical production, and local young people, from first graders through seniors in high school, can experience the magic through the Cave Creek Unified School District’s Education and Community Service production.

All the roles in Robin Hood, including Robin Hood, Maid Marion, Marion’s maid, Prince John, Sheriff of Nottingham, foresters, aristocrats, the merry band, guards, horsemen and the adorable skunks will be performed by local students. Everyone who signs up will be cast. Students




do not need to be enrolled in CCUSD schools; they may attend charter or private schools or be homeschooled.

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Rehearsals begin August 18, and will culminate in performances on the main stage at the Cactus Shadows Fine Arts Center August 23. Call for registration details.

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AZ Musicfest Young Musicians Winners Announced

The Arizona Musicfest Young Musicians Competition (Instrumental), held April 5 wielded outstanding talent from 52 youth musicians from around the state. First place winners appeared in concert at the MIM April 27.

The winners are as follows:• Division I (Solo Instruments, Grades 7 & 8): Belle Wang, First Place; Samuel Xu, Second Place; Jonah Breakstone, Third Place. • Division II (Solo Instruments, Grades 9 & 10): Bobby Nunes, First Place; Kathleen Wu, Second Place; Bronson Wu, Third Place. • Division III (Solo Instruments, Grades 11 & 12): Anna Han, First Place; Alex Dergal, Second Place; Ryanne McLaren, Third Place. • Division IV (Ensembles, Grades 7 - 12): Phantasie Piano Quartet, First Place; Stretto Quartet, Second Place; Perfect 4th Quartet, Third Place.

Also performing at the April 27 MIM concert were winners of the 2014 Arizona Musicfest Young Musicians


Vocal Competition: Phoebe Garvie, First Place; Mariana Velasco, Second Place; Zachary Stoddard, Third Place; and Freya Irani, Honorable Mention.

ImagesAZ congratulates these talented young artists and expresses sincere appreciation for those who support the arts in our community.

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Connect with Carefree Cave Creek Chamber of Commerce in MayWhether you are new to the neighborhood or are looking for fun

ways to connect to the pulse of the community, the Carefree/Cave Creek Chamber of Commerce has opportunities to network, learn and create friendships. Join chamber members throughout the month of May.

May 14 – A fun evening of business at Desert Foothills YMCA, Foothills Community Foundation and the Paradise Valley Community College Black Mountain campus will host a great opportunity to mix and mingle at this evening mixer at 34250 N. 60th St. in Scottsdale. Refreshments will be served. Come check out valued local resources while meeting some of the businessmen and women of the community. This mixer will take place from 5:30 to 7 p.m. Cost is $5 for members, $10 for non-members. The public is welcome.

May 20 – If lunch is more your speed, join the Chamber for Profitable Opportunities with Empowering Results (POWER) Lunch. This month’s lunch will be held at Venues Café, 34 Easy St. in Carefree from 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m., and will feature a presentation on growing your business. Cost of the POWER Lunch is $20, and includes lunch. Reservations are required.

May 21 –Celebrate the one-year anniversary of Sentimental Journey Antiques, 7171 E. Cave Creek Rd., Suites L and M in Carefree 4 p.m. to 6 p.m. with a ribbon cutting and open house. Everyone is welcome. The ribbon cutting will take place at 5 p.m., and refreshments will be provided. There is no charge.

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May 1Balance and Fall Prevention

The Far North Scottsdale Parkinson’s Support Group will host speaker Dale Yavitt from the Scottsdale Health Care Speakers’ Bureau to talk about falls and fall prevention strategies May 1 from 10:30 a.m. until noon at Desert Mission United Methodist Church at 7373 E. Dixileta Dr., one block east of Scottsdale Road on the southeast corner.

The meeting is open to all and there is no cost to attend, no registration required.

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May 2Homeless to Heroes for Fetch Foundation

The Arizona Chapter of the National Concierge Association is proud to present their Fourth Annual Homeless to Heroes benefit for the Fetch Foundation May 2 at Donovan’s Steak & Chop House, 3101 E. Camelback Rd. in Phoenix from 5:30 to 8:30 p.m.

A silent auction, a balloon pop and a Chinese auction of autographed sports memorabilia, hotel stays, spa treatments, jewelry, rounds of golf, dining certificates, desert excursions, passes to local attractions and many other fabulous items will all be part of the festivities.

Admission of $5 per person includes one free Chinese auction ticket and goes directly to the Fetch Foundation to support their programs. Light appetizers and cash bar will be available, and valet parking is complimentary. Additional proceeds will benefit education of NCA-AZ Chapter Members. The Fetch Foundation will gladly accept any physical donations during the event of any type of animal necessities, including gift cards.

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May 2 – 11“A Midsummer Night’s Dream”

Desert Foothills Theater (DFT), a division of the Foothills Community Foundation, presents a special youth theater production of “A Midsummer Night’s Dream” May 2 through May 11 at the FCF-Holland Cabaret Theater, 34250 N. 60th St., Building B, in north Scottsdale.

Directed by Amy Serafin, the DFT production of William Shakespeare’s comedy follows the (mis)adventures of assorted royals, wood spirits and actors over the course of one long night in a mysterious forest.

Performances are May 2, 9 and 10 at 7 p.m.; and May 3, 4 and 11 at 2 p.m. A special Q&A session will be held following the May 4 performance.

Tickets range from $15 to $21 for adults and $11 to $16 for youth and students. Group sale discounts available for groups of 10 or more.

480-488-1981www.dftheater.org

May 2Battle of the Bands

Paradise Valley Community College brings Battle of the Bands to campus May 2 at 7:30 p.m. at 18401 N. 32nd St. in Phoenix.

Admission is free to this fun concert, which encourages high school and college-aged musicians to practice and hone their crafts. Admission is free; bring the whole family.

May 3“Nine & Wine” at Tatum Ranch

TRRFCC Horsemanship, a non-profit 501(c)(3) character-building organization, is hosting the Fourth Annual A Perfect Pairing - Nine & Wine fundraiser at Tatum Ranch Golf Club May 3. Join friends and neighbors for an event filled with golf, a wine tasting, a raffle, live auction and no host bar.

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May 3Kentucky Derby Barn Dance at Camelot

Camelot Therapeutic Horsemanship will open its gates to the public May 3 to celebrate the Kentucky Derby at its 13th Annual Hooves & Heroes family event. Admission is free, derby hats are encouraged!

The event will take place 2 to 7 p.m. at Camelot Therapeutic Horsemanship, 6250 E. Jomax Rd. in Scottsdale. Admission is free. Meet Coughdrop, Paladin and the rest of the Camelot therapy horses, enjoy dinner, catered by Bruce Brown Catering ($10 per adult, $5 for children), line dance, and watch the derby live. Beer and wine, dessert, special performances by students and a silent auction and raffle will also be available for enjoyment.

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May 3Run for the Roses Party at English Rose Tea Room

For 140 years, the Kentucky Derby has been held during the first weekend in May. This year, restaurant owner Jo Gemmill will host an all-day celebration from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. May 3 at English Rose Tea Room, 201 Easy St. in Carefree. Plenty of fancy hats, fascinators and mint tea juleps will help commemorate the annual Run for the Roses, America’s longest running sporting event – and it’s for a great cause!

Guests are encouraged to sport racing hats and proper attire suitable for a day at the track. Watch the race on big screen televisions, and activities throughout the day, from hat contests to race contests, will be a blast. Proceeds from drawings will benefit Cave Creek-based Triple R Horse Rescue, which rescues, rehabilitates and re-homes horses.

The Tea Room’s full menu will be available, along with special race day culinary delights.

Seating is limited. Reservations are recommended.

480-488-4812www.carefreetea.com

May 10Jubilate Violin Orchestra Hosts Recital

Jubilate Violin Orchestra (JVO) will host a fundraiser recital from 3 p.m. to 4:30 p.m. May 10 at Christ Anglican Church, 35500 N. Cave Creek Rd. in Carefree. The event is open to the public with a $5 suggested donation at the door.




The fundraiser will help raise money for the JVO, which offers an expanded selection of music programs that teach varying levels of violin instruction. Beginning-level players can go to classes at no charge.

The evening will includes performances by the Jubilate Family Choir, an all-ages music group, as well as presentations by the Jubilate Music Theory class. Light refreshments will follow the recital.

480-993-6147

May 10, 13Walk and Talk with Desert Awareness Committee

The Desert Awareness Committee of FCF will hold two special Walk and Talk events at Desert Awareness Park, located at the corner of Cave Creek and Vermeersch Roads May 10 and 13 from 8 to 10 a.m.

The Desert Harvest Walk and Talk May 10 will focus on gathering and preparing desert edibles. The Desert Medicine Plant Walk and Talk May will focus on gathering and preparing desert medicinals.

This event is part of the edible and medicinal desert series offered by the Desert Awareness organization, which provides programs for all fourth grades, stewardship for Desert Awareness Park and community-wide programs on sustainable desert living.

Gather at the Desert Heritage Center, across the wash from the first parking lot. Handicapped parking is available on the far side of the wash. A $3 donation is appreciated.

480-488-1090

May 14Call of the Mountains: Lessons from Mt. Everest Base Camp

Join Christine Regan for a compelling discussion about the lessons she learned about herself, life and business while trekking through the Himalayas with a Canadian trekking team at the Desert Foothills Library, 38443 N. Schoolhouse Rd. in Cave Creek May 14, 2:30 to 3:30 p.m.

See a slide show with extraordinary photos of the beautiful Nepalese countryside and learn why this 78-mile trek over 10 days changed her life and planted the seed of a new-found passion for climbing mountains.

Seating is limited. Please register by phone.

480-488-2286www.dfla.org

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May 14Archaeological Society Hosts Easter Island Presentation

For 14 years, Dr. Britton Shepardson, author of “Moai: a New Look at Old Faces,” has studied the unique archaeology and cultural anthropology of Easter Island, one of the most mysterious places on earth. Shepardson will present an interesting and enlightening lecture May 14 at the Arizona Archaeological Society Desert Foothills Chapter (AAS-DFC) meeting at Good Shepard of the Hills Episcopal Church, 6502 E. Cave Creek Rd. in Cave Creek.

AAS-DFC meetings are held the second Wednesday of each month, September through May. Refreshments are available at 7 p.m., and the meeting begins at 7:30 p.m., usually ending prior to 9 p.m.

www.azarchsoc.org/desertfoothills

May 17Cave Creek Auction Grand Opening

Cave Creek Auction, which is relocating its headquarters to 6032 E. Cave Creek Rd., Cave Creek, will hold a grand opening May 17 beginning at noon. The event will feature fine art and rare estate finds, including upscale artwork, bronzes, gold, silver and diamond jewelry, antiques, an 1880s Wabash cabinet postal letter file and vintage collectibles, among other unique items. There will also be a no-reserve, original Edward Hopper painting entitled, “Waiting behind the Theater.”

The auction also will feature live simulcast bidding. Due to the quality of offerings, a minimum $500 credit card or $500 refundable cash deposit for a bidder card will be required to bid. During the high-energy auction event, consignors will enjoy beverages and appetizers. The public is invited to the grand opening celebration and auction preview May 16 from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m.

www.cavecreekauction.com 602-419-5797


May 22Newcomers Club Presents Marshall Trimble

Newcomers Club of Scottsdale will host Arizona State Historian Marshall Trimble May 22 at 11 a.m. at Orange Tree Golf Resort, 10601 N. 56th St. in Scottsdale. This luncheon presentation is a great way to have fun and learn stories about our state from one of our most loved and revered personalities, as well as get to know new people.

Whether you’ve recently relocated to the area, have undergone life changes or simply want to connect, Newcomers Club of Scottsdale offers opportunities to take part in interesting activities and get involved with people making a difference through charities in the local community and beyond. You do not need to be a Scottsdale resident to attend; visitors and part-time residents are always welcome.

Cost of the luncheon and presentation is $25. Please RSVP by phone.

480-990-1976

May 26Horse Around at Camp at Tree Farm

Twisted Tree Farm proudly presents their weekly summer youth camp horsemanship program beginning May 26. Children will learn how to ride and master new skills both on and off the horse, and begin to develop a comprehensive understanding of the many facets of horsemanship.

The program is open to children ages six to 16, of every level of experience. Twisted Tree Farm’s wonderful, experienced instructors are dedicated to teaching proper horsemanship and ensuring that everyone has an enjoyable and positive experience. Campers will also experience non-competitive horse shows.

Summer camp will be held 8 a.m. to 1 p.m. in four sessions, May 26 through May 30; June 2 through June 6; June 9 through June 13; and June 16 through June 20.

Weekly cost is $250. Partial week/daily attendance is $75 per day. Camp registration requires a non-refundable $100 deposit to reserve the week. Early or late drop off and pick up is available for an additional $25 per day.

480-860-8215 [email protected]


May 27Arizona Authors’ Showcase

Join four local authors at Desert Foothills Library May 27, 10 to 11:30 a.m. as they briefly tell about their stories that range from cowboy tales to cosmic trips and lost mines to found mansions. We’ll even celebrate John Wayne’s birthday with cake and a singer will entertain us with a song from his time!

Authors include:Gene Schmitz: “Out of Body Experiences”Pat Parish: “Dutchman & the Devil: The Lost Story”Ermal Walden Williamson: The Brazos Series (6 books)Barbara Hinske: (“Coming to Rosemont”) with her new book, “Gathering the Strands”

Signed books will be available for purchase. Please bring cash or check.

480-488-2286www.dfla.org

June 2 – 14C. Nicholas Johnson’s “Brave New World” with LEGO Animation

C. Nicholas Johnson and his artistic team have been bringing amazing theater to our community for over 25 years. This

summer’s production for students in grades four through 12 will feature the art of mime and dance of the

famously talented Nick Johnson and Sabrina Vasquez, along with the creative Bonanza Educational staff that works with students to create LEGO animated videos. The theme will be “A Brave New World.”

During the first week, students will work with artist Renee Swan and dance instructor Elizabeth Lincoln to create costumes, props, sets and the animated LEGO component, as well as develop their performance skills.

The second week will focus on the actual stage production including choreography,

movement and the incorporation of the LEGO video into the final performance. This thought-provoking

process will require the students to hone their mime skills while challenging them to portray emotion and character in

a vivid fashion onstage. The two-week residency, June 2 through June 13, will culminate

in two public multi-media performances of C. Nicholas Johnson’s “A Brave New World” June 14 on the main stage of the Cactus Shadows Fine Arts Center.

The program, offered by Education and Community Services of Cave Creek Unified School District, is open to all students, public, private, charter or homeschooled.

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As a veteran of the United States Air Force, Memorial Day

is special to me. I think it is important to show respect to

those who have served in the military, especially during

wartime, in order to protect the lifestyle we enjoy.

In 2014, Memorial Day will be celebrated May 26. If you don’t

already own an American flag, it would be a nice gesture if

you acquired one and flew it proudly that day as a form of

recognition and respect for soldiers past and present.

Locally, there are three former residents who stand out for

their valor during wartime: Joe Foss, Harold Laynor, and

Byrd Howell Granger.

Foss exemplified the courage displayed by American pilots

during the World War II era of 1941-1945. After graduating

from the University of South Dakota, he enlisted in the U.S.

Marines and had to lobby to become a fighter pilot: At

age 27, he was first considered too old for that duty. He

earned his wings just before the attack at Pearl Harbor on

December 7, 1941.

As a captain, Foss led two squadrons and personally achieved

26 aerial victories against the Japanese. He was awarded the

Medal of Honor in 1943 and appeared on the cover of Life

magazine billed as “America’s Number One Ace.”

Foss moved to Scottsdale in the early 1980s and died

there in 2003 at age 87.

Harold Laynor was an artist and educator who served with

an obscure group of American soldiers during World War II

known as the 23rd Headquarters Special Troops or the “Ghost

Army.” They were in the deception business as a method to

fool the enemy, since most of their work was done at night

in dangerous front line positions. They were instrumental in

the important battle of the Rhine in March 1945, which helped

lead to the German surrender two months later.

Although Laynor was from New York, he had always wanted

to retire to Scottsdale, which he did before his death in

1991 at age 69.

THREELocaL Heroes

remembered onMEMORIAL DAY

Writer Jim McAllister

Top photo: Four WASP members after a flight, (c.1943)

Bottom left photo: Byrd Howell Granger of the WASP (c.1943)

Bottom right photo: U.S. Marine pilot Joe Foss, (c.1942)

Photo courtesy of U.S. Marines


Byrd Howell Granger was a member of Women

Airforce Service Pilots (WASP), a group that performed

an important service during World War II by ferrying

fighter and light bomber aircraft to various U.S. bases.

With the shortage of male pilots being critical, women

from all walks of life were recruited to be members

of WASP, including Granger who was a member of the

first graduating class.

With the era’s general attitude of unacceptance

toward women performing other than domestic duties,

it wasn’t as though the recruits were welcomed with

open arms by male flight trainers. Granger later

recalled comments made by her chief pilot instructor

to her squadron on their first day of training: “It’s

up to you whether this entire women’s flight training

program succeeds. You are the guinea pigs.”

Out of 25,000 applications to be members of WASP,

1,078 women were chosen. Of that number, 38 died

while performing their duties during the group’s

existence from 1942 to 1944. Granger became a

squadron commander, and WASP women flew 60

million miles during the two years of their existence.

After the war Granger moved to Tucson, where she

obtained an M.A. in English from the University of

Arizona, then pursued and achieved a Ph.D. from

UCLA. She became a noted authority on Arizona

folklore and eventually retired to Carefree, Arizona

in 1981. Just before her death in 1991 at age 79,

she completed a book about her wartime experiences

titled “On Final Approach: The Women Airforce Service

Pilots of World War II.”

In the book she predicted that women would

eventually fly in the U.S. Air Force as commissioned

officers receiving the same benefits as male pilots.

She was correct in her prediction: Six women earned

their wings in 1974 as Navy pilots, and by 1993

women were permitted to fly combat missions.


On a bright day in April 1722, while Johann Sebastian Bach was at the height of his career and

Boston, with a population of 12,000, was enjoying its status as the hub of the American colonies,

a 62-year-old Dutch lawyer-turned-navigator named Jacob Roggeveen led an expedition through the

wilds of the Pacific Ocean.

Nearly 2,200 miles west of Chile, he was hundreds of miles from populated land and was headed

for the famed “Terra Australis,” or “The Unknown Land of the South,” a name conceived by

Aristotle and carried on by explorers during the dynamic Age of Discovery.

Rough surf forced his ships to anchor off the newfound island’s north shore for a week, but when

Roggeveen and his crew finally disembarked, they discovered a sight that would intrigue the world

for centuries to come.

Great monoliths lined the shores of the island, their carved faces illuminated by fires. Aboriginals, their

earlobes slit and hanging to their shoulders, prostrated themselves in worship at the statue bases.

Writer Amanda Christmann LarsonEastEr Island


Soon after they stepped ashore, a misunderstanding broke out, and the Dutch sailors fired their guns

on the unarmed locals. More than a dozen islanders were killed and several more were wounded.

It was April 5, 1722: Easter Sunday. Roggeveen named the land “Paasch Eyland,” or “Easter Island.”

Though Roggeveen’s stay was short-lived, it was the beginning of many years of hardship for the

inhabitants of the 15-mile-long, seven-mile-wide volcanic island, called Rapa Nui by the Polynesians.

a culturE lostJust over 50 years after Roggeveen’s venture to the island, during which he’d reported a

population of about 3,000 to 4,000 people, British Captain James Cook landed there and found

only 600 to 700 men and fewer than 30 women remained. Whether they were killed by war,

disease brought by Dutch and Spanish explorers or a combination of both is not clear.

What is clear is that, by the time Cook arrived, some of the huge statues, or moai, which were

believed to hold sacred spirits of ancestors, had been toppled. By 1825, when another British ship

arrived, there were no monoliths left standing.


In 1864, the first Catholic missionaries arrived and swiftly

and brutally put an end to local religious practices,

burning crops and eradicating cultural traditions.

Tuberculosis, brought by foreign visitors, began to ravage

the population as well.

At about the same time, Spanish slave traders looking for

labor workers for Peru’s guano industry captured about

half of the island’s inhabitants, including the delegation of

elders and the king who greeted them as they arrived.

A year later, a bishop convinced the French government

to intervene, and 100 slaves – some from other

Polynesian islands – were repatriated back to the island.

They brought smallpox with them, however, and of the

100, only 15 survived.

A dubious French mariner, Jean-Baptiste Dutrou-Bornier,

arrived, accompanied by a Catholic missionary, after

wriggling out of a death sentence in Peru for arms

dealing. He managed to purchase all of the land that

didn’t belong to the missionaries from the Rapanui people

– mostly by force – and turned much of it into a large

sheep ranch. He kidnapped a local man’s wife and made

her his own, and he sent hundreds of Rapanui people

to Tahiti to work as indentured slaves for his backers.

He kidnapped and violated young girls, and violently

proclaimed himself governor of the island.

Catholic missionaries, who had fallen out with Dutrou-

Bornier partly because he allowed some of his “enforcers”

to resume their traditional religious practices, began

sending Rapanui people to the Gambier Islands. Only

172 Rapanui were believed to have remained, mostly

against their will, on the island. When Dutrou-Bornier was

murdered in 1876, the population had dwindled to a

startlingly low 111 Rapanui.

Chile later annexed Easter Island, using it for sheep farming

income, and then pronounced it a special Chilean territory.


Rapanui are now citizens of Chile, which is nearly 2,200 miles away. As

of 1995, Easter Island has become a UNECO World Heritage site.

Through what can only be called genocide of the Rapanui people, oral

traditions and understanding of written documents were lost. Elders

and royalty, who were the only islanders who could read the language

of sacred texts, died in capture. The meanings of these texts and the

secrets they hold remain impenetrable today.

Archaeologists and cultural anthropologists still debate the significance of

the over-700 tremendous monoliths, including why they were made, how

they were transported, and what their meaning was to Rapanui people.

Perhaps most significant of all, the Rapanui themselves have been

robbed – literally and figuratively, as statues have been pillaged and

stolen by researchers and tourists alike – of their own cultural heritage.

lookIng back to look forwardNorthern Arizona University Professor Dr. Britton Leif Shepardson, author

of “Moai: A New Look at Old Faces,” has been conducting research on

Easter Island for 14 years.

“I started off strictly conducting analytical research on stylistic variations

of the monolithic statuary,” Shepardson explained. “Once I actually

strapped on a backpack and began my field research, I was blown

away,” he added.

He soon found there was more to what he wanted to accomplish than

what his mathematical training and analytical thinking anticipated. “The

more time I spent on the island and the more cultural awareness I

developed, the more I realized that I have a responsibility to the people

of the island to help create a sustainable educational outreach.”

Shepardson is one of a growing number of archaeologists whose sense

of social consciousness creates a solid foundation for his work. As the

last archaeologist to receive permission to document and analyze all of

the statues on the island, he feels a sense of obligation to share his

findings with a very special group of people: the Rapanui themselves,

who have been stripped of their own heritage for far too long.


“One of the most enjoyable things I do is work with local

high school kids, raising awareness about, partly, the

archaeological significance there, but also about how fragile

the local culture and local ecology are,” he explained. To

do so, in addition to his continuing research, Shepardson

started a grassroots organization called Terevaka.net

Archaeological Outreach (TAO), aiming to build a bridge

between the island inhabitants’ past and their present.

Through TAO, students take part in a two-week program

of archaeological and cultural research. TAO engages

them in their own unique history and fills a generational

gap growing wider because of loss of the traditional

language, introduction to technology and Westernization.

Most recently, the organization has partnered with Chilean

hotel chain Explora. Through the collaboration, students

are not only learning their own history; they are gaining

important insight into the tourism industry, which brings

an estimated 80,000 visitors and their dollars to the

island each year.

“My goal is to see if I can turn the entire research model

on its head,” Shepardson said. “I want to put research

a little lower on the priority list and really put education

of the local community on the top of the priority list. I

think we’re doing that, and we’re developing a sustainable

model that can be applied anywhere.”

But more important than economic impact, says

Shepardson, the future of Rapa Nui and its people may

once again be back in the hands of the people themselves.

“The students in the program are the decision-makers for

the future,” he explained. “They need to understand the

importance of their culture and of their environment, and

exactly what’s at stake in their future.

“Education is the only solution.”

www.terevaka.net

The Arizona Archaeological Society – Desert Foothills

Chapter will host Dr. Britton Leif Shepardson May 14

at their monthly meeting at Good Shepard of the Hills

Episcopal Church, 6502 E. Cave Creek Rd. in Cave

Creek. There is no charge. Refreshments begin at 7 p.m.;

presentation begins at 7:30 p.m.


mimWriter Tom Scanlon Bill Frisell is the kind of master musician that places like Seattle’s Experience Music

Project and north Scottsdale’s Musical Instrument Museum MIM) were built to honor.

Bill Frisell’s thrilling, half-century partnership with the electric guitar brings him

to the MIM May 17. For years, the Seattle resident’s guitar has been instantly

recognizable for its meditative, crisp, slightly playful character. Though he is

normally described as a jazz musician, Frisell is not one to be pigeon-holed, as

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the New York Times noted: “Mixing rock and country

with jazz and blues, he’s found what connects them:

improvisation and a sense of play.” Frisell has long

been a favorite of American music critics, who value

his creativity, sincerity and depth – setting him apart

from our era of aloof, somewhat cynical pop.

His records aren’t platinum; they’re just priceless.

In recent years, Frisell has been somewhat fixated

on the music of John Lennon. His May 17 concert

($42.50-47.50) at the MIM will have him performing

“All We Are Saying,” with a band featuring Greg Leisz,

Jenny Scheinman, Tony Scherr and Kenny Wollesen.

During a break on a busy European tour, Frisell said

his lifelong love affair with the guitar was fueled by

two old TV shows. As a child, Frisell recalled, “I used

to watch ‘The Mickey Mouse Club.’ At the end of

every show, the Mousketeers would gather together

and Jimmie Dodd (the leader) would take out his

guitar and they’d all sing a song together. I was

fascinated - just seeing the guitar as an object. I

loved the way it looked. Also, how it seemed to bring

everyone together, and they would all calm down and

focus on something good.

“Around that time I took a cardboard box, cut it out

into the shape of a guitar, put rubber bands on it

and I was ready to go. I was about four.”

A few years later, he bought a transistor radio and

discovered surf music, idolizing the Beach Boys, the

Astronauts, the Ventures. “I’d look at all the album

covers and lust after all the cool guitars those guys

were playing,” he said.

He was 12 years old on Feb. 9, 1964, when another

TV show would ramp up his romance with the

guitar: The Beatles played “The Ed Sullivan Show”

and electrified America, including a kid in Denver.

“Man alive,” Frisell recalls, “was I ever fired up!” He

saved up money from a paper route and finally, in

the summer of ’65, bought his first electric guitar, a

Fender Mustang.

So here he is now, reliving those musical memories

of his youth, bringing people together with his guitar

to hear the music of John Lennon. “I’ve been playing

more than 50 years,” said Frisell, who turned 63 on

March 18. “It’s all I’ve ever really done. I can’t figure

out anything better to do with myself. I’ll never get

it right,” he added, with genuine (though bewildering)

modesty, “but I’m going to keep trying.”

That’s been his attitude since his early attempts to

play rock music, which were rocky. “Back when I first

heard the Beatles, I tried to play a few of those

songs. They were hard. Things were happening so

fast. Discovering new things every day. The Rolling

Stones, Bob Dylan, Muddy Waters, James Brown, Jimi

Hendrix, Wes Montgomery, Miles Davis, Thelonious

Monk, Stravinsky …

“One thing would lead to another. And now lately,

after all this time, seemed like a good moment to go

back and re-visit John Lennon’s music and try to get

deeper into it. It’s been a part of my life – almost

everyone’s life it seems – in the fabric. The words,

the melodies, the music. I learn something every time

I play one of those songs.”

He may be learning, but he is also teaching, as

a professorial Frisell didactically, yet delightfully

deconstructs Lennon’s tunes. The result is meditative,

mesmerizing, fascinating. He and his band slow down

“Come Together” until it almost sounds like a record

player is spinning a warped version of the single.


Shelby Lynne

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Shelby Lynne


While the original Beatles’ version has a sinister feel, the Frisell re-make

is almost demented, going off on twisted tangents before returning to a

devastating chorus.

“Please Please Me” is more upbeat, but no less remarkable. As on the

other songs, this is an instrumental version, with no voices; yet the way

Frisell plays the notes to the introductory line “Last night I said these

words to my girl” might make you think his guitar is singing, with a

clear, articulate voice.

It’s quite a spin, really, as Frisell fans for years have been begging his

guitar to please, please them. And, without fail, it has.

Imagine there’s no heaven? Tough to do, when you’re listening to Bill

Frisell’s guitar playing John Lennon’s music.

Magnificent May at MIM

The Frisell show is the highlight of a magnificent month of May at MIM.

The Bad Plus, a brilliant piano-bass-drums jazz trio, has created

inventive covers of everyone from Queen to Black Sabbath. Reid

Anderson, Ethan Iverson and David King will sink their teeth into a

masterwork at MIM, performing Stravinsky’s “The Rite of Spring” on May

3 (two shows). The next night, rockers the Mowgli – best-known for their

peppy song “California,” unplug for a harmonious concert at MIM.

The husband-and-wife duo of Grammy-winning banjo player Béla Fleck

and singer Abigail Washburn play the MIM May 6.

Grammy winner Shelby Lynne belts out country ballads May 10. The

following night, Cassandra Wilson, named “Female Jazz Vocalist of the

Year” by Down Beat magazine three times, sings the MIM.

And the great Maceo Parker, who blew his sax for James Brown and

Parliament-Funkadelic back in the day, comes to north Scottsdale May

24. Parker’s latest album is “Soul Classics.” He’ll be dipping into his

brand new bag to play songs by Aretha Franklin, Stevie Wonder, Isaac

Hayes – and, of course, his former boss James Brown.

www.mim.org


ScottSdale,cave creek and THE STONEMAN ROAD

For a history major, living in Scottsdale is a good deal.

Whether north, south, east or west, the area is replete with

great stories of a bygone West.

For example, there used to be a 19th century military supply

road that ran from Fort McDowell on the Verde River northwest

to Fort Whipple in Prescott. It operated between 1870 and

1890 as it passed through what is today’s McDowell Mountain

Park before continuing to the area between Pinnacle Peak and

Brown’s Mountain near Alma School and Dynamite Roads. It

then went past what would become Cave Creek Road as it

headed north of Black Mountain to Fort Whipple.

The road was named the Stoneman Road after Colonel George

Stoneman, the army officer responsible for the route between

the forts. The road was a vital link since it was a shortcut that

eliminated the extra day’s ride that was formerly necessary by

having to take a southern route 18 miles longer through Phoenix.

Stoneman Road has sometimes been referred to as “Whiskey

Bottle Road” because in later years when it was being retraced,

many whiskey bottles, left by travelers who used its lonely

stretch during the late 19th century, were unearthed.

Traces of the road still exist, like the Military Road which is

a street in Cave Creek north of Black Mountain. There are

also remains of a military station on private property in Cave

Creek near today’s Ocotillo Road and the Cave Creek Wash

just off Spur Cross Road. The station was a welcome relief for

soldiers traveling between the two forts to get fresh mounts,

eat a couple meals, and spend the night. It consisted of two

bunkhouses, horse corrals, and a mess hall which were situated

in a grassy area with plenty of water so it was an inviting

oasis for travelers.

If one looks carefully, an outline of the road is still visible

extending southeast from Cave Creek Road near a gated area

at Carefree Airport. It runs at an angle to Stagecoach Pass

before disappearing into a residential area.



I walked that piece of road a couple

years ago and my imagination ran

wild with thoughts of 19th century

soldiers dressed in heavy uniforms

bouncing along the Stoneman Road

in crude supply wagons, keeping

their eyes wide open in anticipation

of Indian attacks. The chance of

those attacks existed until the late

1870s at which time the army had

extinguished much of the Indian

threat.

By 1890, Fort McDowell was no

longer needed so it was closed

and converted to a settlement for

white farmers. In 1913, it was given

to the Yavapai Tribe to be used as

a reservation. If you visit the fort

today, traces of it from the 19th

century still exist in the form of the

remains of the officer’s quarters and

a couple of old well structures.

October 1, 2010, the 140th

anniversary of the original scouting

of the Stoneman Road was

celebrated. October 16 of the same

year, a hike took place in McDowell

Mountain Park to further acknowledge

that anniversary.

The faint remains of the Stoneman

Road are fading into time. However,

when I cross its former path on

Legend Trail Parkway as I drive

from my home, I still like to think of

the days when the old road had a

purposeful existence.


The Carefree Cave Creek Chamber of Commerce celebrated the

achievements of six local standouts at the March 27 Celebration of

Excellence event at Carefree Resort and Conference Center. The inspirational

breakfast event, kicked off by outstanding keynote speaker, former White

House doctor, Dr. Connie Mariano, was a tip of the hat to the individuals

behind the businesses and organizations dedicated to making the Carefree

and Cave Creek communities thrive.

Business of the year: Rubbish Works

Out of accomplished Business of the Year

nominees Animal Health Services, Karsten’s

Ace Hardware, Rubbish Works and the

UPS Store, Rubbish Works was chosen for

the distinguished title. Owner Rita Brady

considers herself the “First Lady of Rubbish.”

With her compassion and drive, she has

taken her Rubbish Works franchise to the

front of the class in the United States as they earned the top spot in the

country in 2013 as the most improved franchisee in growth.

CELEBRATION OF ExCELLENCE IN

CAREFREE, CAVE CREEK

Special to ImagesAZEvent photos by Jamie Pogue


With her son Brandon, and a great crew,

the bright green dump truck is recognized

throughout the foothills area. A Dove Valley

Ranch resident, Rita saw an opportunity

three year ago to help keep Arizona green

with a recycling company, and after 14

years in the state, she has arrived.

“We are extremely honored to receive the

Business of the Year Award,” said the Ohio

native and Xavier University grad. “We

respect and thank the Carefree Cave Creek

Chamber for all it does for the community

and local businesses.”

Entrepreneur of the year: Shelly

Spence, ImagesAZ Magazine

Entrepreneur of the Year nominees were all

individuals whose commitment to excellence

has made significant positive impact on the

community. Nominees were Dr. Cliff Faver of

Animal Health Services, Lisa Hamm of Blue

Ribbon Awards, Howard and Dave Bertram

of Bertram Sign and Graphics Company, and

Shelly Spence of ImagesAZ magazine.

Spence received the award, and was

quite surprised to be recognized. “Being

recognized as Carefree Cave Creek

Chamber of Commerce Entrepreneur

of the Year is a true honor,” she said.

“Professionally, to be acknowledged by


such a valued group of peers is one of the most meaningful compliments I have received in 14 years

of publishing ImagesAZ. On a personal note, this award means so much more.

“Like so many of our area’s business owners and community leaders, my work has very much become

part of who I am. My family and loved ones have made sacrifices right along with me, as have the

families and loved ones of the passionate writers, designers and photographers who work hard to

meet deadlines and shine a positive light on all our community has to offer. To know that those

sacrifices and hard work are being noticed and appreciated by others who are also driven by purpose

and integrity is beyond what my words can convey. Thank you from the bottom of my heart.”

Golden Tee Time Jennifer McGirr

The Golden Tee Time award is given to an individual who has

contributed significant time, energy and effort toward the betterment

of the community. Among the dynamic contenders were Cave Creek

Museum’s tireless Evelyn Johnson, extraordinary volunteer Bob

Fearnside, and chamber advocate and active supporter Steele Moran.

It was National Bank of Arizona branch manager Jennifer McGirr who

topped the list.

McGirr has been in banking for over 20 years, a position she juggles gracefully while raising three

teenagers and being a Massachusetts business owner for 10 years. Now an Anthem resident, she

spends many hours outside of banking, promoting and recruiting members for the Carefree Cave Creek

Chamber of Commerce. Her enthusiasm is contagious as she led the team in building the Christmas

float, took charge of the ambassador program in the chamber, and many more activities. She lights up

the room everywhere she goes.

“I want to express my sincere appreciation and thank you to the Carefree Cave Creek Chamber of

Commerce for recognizing my efforts with the 2013 Golden Tee award,” McGirr said. “It is my honor and

privilege to serve the Carefree and Cave Creek communities in the many capacities that I do. I am truly

blessed to be a part of such a phenomenal chamber and look forward to another fantastic year!”


Community Service

Award: Desert

Foothills Library

The Community

Service Award was

bestowed upon the

Desert Foothills

Library. Despite

being around the

foothills area for many years, the “Little Library that

Could” is still a well-kept secret. The Desert Foothills

Library started in a very small building at the crest

of a hill in Cave Creek and has evolved into a

modern, very large, very beautiful hall of knowledge.

The library is open seven days a week with over

150 volunteers, two paid staff and nine part-

time employees. On any given day the place is

buzzing with activity from older adults, children and

tiny tots. There are programs for everyone with

computers on hand to help those who are just

learning their way around a library.

As Executive Director David Court said, “We are

a team, a team with many moving parts with

everyone pitching in and helping clients and other

staff.” Outreach extends well beyond the Cave

Creek area; being an independent organization

gives Desert Foothills Library freedom to pursue

many avenues of education and advocacy. With

over 900 programs in 2013 and a similar number

this year, there is something for everyone.

“It is very rewarding to be recognized by chamber

members for the services the library provides to the

public. The library is very fortunate to have a great

team … of employees and volunteers. Without these

great people we would not be able to provide library

services, programs and operate a book store. … It is

wonderful to be recognized by local business people

and we are proud to accept the award.”


Silver Spur Award: Steve Woods, Tech 4 Life

This year’s Carefree/Cave Creek Chamber of Commerce

Silver Spur Award winner is Steve Woods, owner of

Tech 4 Life, a full-service, on-site, remote, carry-in, or

telephone computer support provider for PC and Apple

computer hardware and software.

Woods, a Carefree resident, has been in the computer business for over 30 years, locally for the last 10

years. He credits his expert four-man crew for his success. Among his other dedicated duties, Steve has

spent many hours working with non-profit organizations, setting up their computer systems and making sure

everything runs well. Woods is the proud father of two girls and spends his off time playing the guitar.

“Our focus is on loving our neighbors,” said Steve. “Recognition is nice, but not something we get worked

up about. Amazingly, stepping on that stage in front of so many peers, friends and families was quite an

emotional experience!”

Community is one of Woods’ primary focuses. “We love this community and the people we have met working

and living in it. We always feel so fortunate every day. To be voted into this by our neighbors is a fantastic

honor. Thank you to everyone in Cave Creek and Carefree for making this a great place to live, work and play.”

He continued, “Thank you to the Carefree, Cave Creek Chamber for all you do for all of us. I hope Tech 4

Life will always remind everyone to love our neighbors as much as we love ourselves. It takes a lot of effort

to do, but it is well worth it in the end.”


Ambassador

of the year:

Bob Fearnside

It would be difficult

to find anyone

involved in the

Carefree Cave

Creek business

communities who

doesn’t know the bright smile of Bob Fearnside,

named Ambassador of the Year by the Carefree

Cave Creek Chamber of Commerce.

Fearnside landed in Carefree three years ago and

wanted to get involved in his new community. The

chamber was his first stop. The Bowling Green

University graduate jumped in with both feet and got

involved in every event that he could find time for.

“The chamber is my second family, and everyone

just seems to get along and all work for the same

goals, making the community a better place to

live,” remarked Bob. “I am deeply moved that my

fellow ambassadors chose to honor me as their

Ambassador of the Year.”

This year’s Carefree Cave Creek Chamber of

Commerce Celebration of Excellence awards were

sponsored by Carefree Resort and Conference Center,

Toby Payne of Technically Integrated, Jamie Pogue

of Pogue Photography, ImagesAZ magazine, CitySun

Times, Times Media Group and Foothills Focus.

www.carefreecavecreek.org

480 488-3363


theBALLADEER Dolan Ellis is an Arizonan inconveniently

plunked into the Kansas prairie at birth.

Grains of wheat and herds of cattle may

have surrounded young Dolan in his formative

years, but cactus-studded sunrises and rolling

monsoons have always been the rhythm of his

heart and the beat of his soulful ballads.

For nearly five decades, Dolan Ellis has been

singing the songs whispered to him through

the howls of coyotes and the cooing of

mourning doves. As Arizona’s first and only

official state balladeer – named so by former

governor Sam Goddard and redesignated by

each of the 11 governors in the 48 years

since – Dolan takes his job, and the evolving

legacy he is leaving, seriously.

He is, above all, a performer; but you won’t

catch this crooner compromising his message

of nothing less than pure love for the state

where he’s hung his hat and parked his boots

for over half a century.

It wasn’t music that first brought this

troubadour to the Grand Canyon State; it was

television. And it wasn’t from in front of the

camera that he would get his start; it was

behind the scenes in graphics and editing. A

new college graduate, Dolan was offered a job

in the production room of Phoenix’s Channel

10 KOOL-TV.

“I used it as an excuse to get out here,” he

now says. “Once I got out here, I thought I

could be anything I wanted to be.”

And he could.

It was clear the desert was his muse from

the very beginning. “I always took my guitar

to work with me, and between live cuts I was

always practicing, always rehearsing.”

Station owner Tom Chauncey took notice

of the young man down the hall strumming

his 12-string. He started inviting him to his

parties, not as a guest, but to play guitar in

the corner and provide a warm ambiance for

the who’s who of the day. For his part, Dolan

didn’t disappoint. As he sang and played, he

impressed more than a few people and began

to nudge his way into the music industry.

Soon enough, he was offered a full-time paying

gig at an up-and-coming coffeehouse called

Portofino’s. Folk music was just beginning to

take off, and Dolan was talented. He started

DOLANelliSWriter amanda christmann larson

Photographer Bryan Black


dolanELLIS

I WRITE THE SONGS BUT NOT FOR FAMEMY SONGS BELONG TO THE SUN AND RAINFORGET MY FACE, FORGET MY NAMEJUST CALL ME THE BALLADEER.


packing the building, and Portofino’s became

the place to be.

At about that time, a friend named Randy

Sparks was putting together a little folk band.

It was called the New Christy Minstrels, and

Dolan, his pockets full from his weekends at the

coffeehouse, had a decision to make. He could

stay where he was loved, or take a chance and

join Sparks. He rolled the dice, and it ended up

being a choice that served him well.

The New Christy Minstrels had a lot going for

them. Folk was becoming a newly appreciated

language in American song, and the stage was

wide open. Also, the Minstrels had a unique

sound and an interesting blend of voice and

tone. They were good.

“We rocked,” Dolan says with a smile in his

baritone voice. “We really could sing.”

They performed their way through the charts,

and by 1963, they’d accumulated five albums –

some that were gold, 39 consecutive weeks on

the Andy Williams Show, and a Grammy award

for best group.

And Dolan walked away.

At about that time, he wrote a song, “Goin’

Home to Springerville,” that hinted to the future:

Goin’ back to bein’ me

Done spent my cash on that city trash

And I miss that hash and succotash back

home.

I got my pack on my back

And I’m walking down that lonely track,

ohh ohh

It’s a long; it’s a long lonesome road.

The decision to leave New Christy Minstrels

may hold complicated layers for Dolan, but

like most thoughtful types, he doesn’t focus on

what could have been. “Hollywood and I didn’t

get along too well,” he says after a pregnant

pause. “I left right at the top.”

It worked out well for Dolan, who took off on

his own to tour the country for a while, then

settled back in to Phoenix, where his heart had

been all along. He put together a solo album,

called “Man from the Big Country,” that brought

credibility to his solo career and caught the

eye of Goddard, who, with his young son Terry

in tow, often watched Dolan perform.

And the rest, as they say, is history.

Goddard was elected Governor of the State

of Arizona, and a short time later, he asked

Dolan if he’d like to be the official balladeer

for the state. Even though times, they were

a-changin’ and popular opinion was suspicious

of anything having to do with the government,

the offer struck a chord in him that rang

nicely in his ears.

“I wasn’t sure what that was, but it sure sounded

like something I wanted to be,” he says.

“In the beginning, people thought it was kind

of corny. To be that much a part of ‘the

establishment’ was not cool among my peers,

but I didn’t care. After about five years, people


Goin’ Back to Bein’ me

done SPent my caSh on that city traSh

and i miSS that haSh and SuccotaSh Back home.

i Got my Pack on my Back

and i’m WalkinG doWn that lonely track, ohh ohh

it’S a lonG; it’S a lonG loneSome road.

GOIN’ HOME TO SPRINGERVILLE


got the message: I was dead serious about

what I was doing.”

Even after numerous awards and a dynamic

career that’s touched so many for so long,

Dolan’s official title, which comes without salary,

brings him the most pride. “Out of all the

accolades I’ve received in life, that’s the one I’m

most proud of,” he says with conviction.

“Every artist needs external support and

encouragement from somewhere in order to

maintain their art. My state has done that for me.”

And he has returned the favor. He performs

to groups large and small, sharing history and

provoking dreams. He has written a book due

out this year to reach still more people. He

has also committed his own money and land

outside of Sierra Vista to build the Arizona

Folklore Museum, in its 17th season and now

deeded to the University of Arizona.

He has also paid it forward by enticing people

to sit down, put away their cell phones, and

listen. From venues of all sizes, with digital

video and lights (which recently replaced the

slide projector he carried with him for years), he

sings the stories that make Arizona unique; the

tales that draw people here to begin, and that

lure them to stay even through blistering desert

summers. Dolan is creating a legacy that will live

on long after today’s children have grown old.

“People come here and they see the beautiful

restaurants, the fabulous golf courses, the

major league ball teams and symphonies and

the like, which is nice, but that concerns me.

It concerns me because I also think we have

become a culture that knows very little about

the land on which we live.

“… People come to Arizona for Arizona itself.

They come to Arizona for the romance of

the West and the mystery of the desert, the

fascinating Indian cultures. They come for

saguaros and sombreros, cowboy boots and

cowboy hats. It’s really important that those

priorities are always in order so that Arizona

won’t become another Manhattan or Chicago.”

He pauses for a moment, aware that he has

become passionate.

“It’s very important to remember our roots, and

remember what really Arizona is all about.”

www.dolanellis.com

Join Dolan Ellis May 28 at Cartwright’s

Sonoran Ranch House, 6710 E. Cave Creek

Rd. in Cave Creek as he shares “Arizona: Lens,

Lyrics and More,” and again June 25 with

“Arizona: Tall Tales, Lost Trails and Heroes”

as part of the fourth annual Arizona History

Dinners series.

Cartwright’s honors the outrageous legends,

lore, music and tastes of Arizona every

other Wednesday through October, starting

Wednesday, May 14. No-host cocktails begin at

5 p.m.; delicious three-course dinner is served

at 6 p.m. sharp. Presentations begin at 7 p.m.

Cost is $55 plus sales tax and 18 percent

gratuity. Call 480-488-8031 for reservations.


deSert ranch and leGend trail:

THE EARLY YEARS

In the mid 1970s, the area north of the CAP canal in

Scottsdale was mostly desolate compared to the lush green

golf courses and surrounding homes of today. Pinnacle Peak

Country Club opened in 1976 but it would be 1986 before

Desert Mountain and Troon arrived. Terravita opened in 1993,

Grayhawk in 1994 and DC Ranch in 1998.

As far as residences, all those properties were preceded by the

lesser known Desert Ranch which had its beginnings in the 1950s

with the arrival of the Donohoe family from Oklahoma.

The Donohoes enjoyed their winter visits to the Valley but were

anxious to get away from the “crowds in Scottsdale.” They

decided that 5,120 acres with a core section of 640 acres (one

square mile) southeast of Pima Road and Stagecoach Pass

would be ideal for them to operate a cattle ranch.

After 20 years, Dan Donohoe decided to look for a better use

for the property. A master plan was developed in 1972, designed

to include residential property, an equestrian resort and open

space. By 1976, Desert Ranch Incorporated was formed with

shares held by a family trust. Thirty-six lots were established and

put on sale in 1977. They were accessed via a new road called

Desert Parkway which ran south from Stagecoach Pass near the

north side of the property.

Desert Parkway was not as sophisticated as today’s Legend

Trail Parkway, which eventually replaced the old road. The

new road was longer and formed a loop from Pima Road to

Stagecoach Pass. It was a needed improvement since many

residents of the 1970s and 1980s were forced to abandon the

original road and detour through the desert during heavy rains.

Brown’s Ranch was located east of Desert Ranch so it was

not unusual to see cows walking through home sites in the

early days. They were fortunate, though, as the state built a

pond with a cement bottom southeast of Desert Ranch for the

strays and other desert animals that may have needed a drink.

“Rustic” only begins to describe those days.

A gentleman named Wally Barrett became the first resident of

Desert Ranch in 1978. He chose famed architect Al Beadle to



design his home on Desert Parkway near what today is

the eastern outlet of Chuckwagon Lane in Legend Trail.

Beadle was no slouch in the design business. He was

based in Phoenix and used his modernistic taste to build

several projects including residential homes, apartments,

business buildings, and the Safari Inn in downtown

Scottsdale. His stamp remains today in Desert Ranch as

several homes on Desert Ridge Drive and a few more on

Legend Trail Parkway were designed by him.

In 1986, after several more homes were built, a

developer offered to buy the core section of Desert

Ranch minus the 80 acres that made up the 36

original lots. Plans were made but the deal fell through

when the land went into foreclosure. Eventually, solid

ownership was found and the area was scheduled for

a community center, residential development, and a

golf course that became the Legend Trail Community.

The 36 lots comprising the original Desert Ranch still

existed within Legend Trail and were governed by their

own separate codes, covenants and regulations.

As an interesting sidebar, Desert Ranch and Legend Trail

came close to being absorbed into Carefree instead of

Scottsdale. Scottsdale’s mayor at the time was Herb

Drinkwater and he wanted to bring Desert Mountain into

his city. Unfortunately, Desert Ranch was geographically

blocking his way. Meanwhile, Carefree was also pitching

Desert Ranch to join them. The kicker happened when

Carefree would not agree immediately to accept Desert

Ranch’s master plan. Scottsdale quickly accepted the

plan and Desert Mountain joined forces with them. It

was a good example of how procrastination can kill a

deal – something Carefree learned the hard way.

Today, the Desert Ranch logo is proudly displayed on

a large sign entering the area of homes at Vista Drive

and Legend Trail Parkway. The same sign is located at

Segundo Drive and Desert Ridge Drive. Desert Ranch set

the standard for far north Scottsdale and was a harbinger

of the future 824-home Legend Trail community.


Before the days of American Idol and iTunes,

there were bands who reached superstar status

not by shotgun exposure to the masses, but

by making music that people liked and playing

stages in hole-in-the wall bars and ballrooms.

If bands were lucky, they could get bookings in

concert halls where they’d play for a couple of

hundred people. A few of these groups made

it big, earning appearances on black and white

television, their music playing on record players

throughout the country.

the color of music

Tales of an Era in Rock & Roll Photography

Writer Amanda Christmann LarsonPhotography by Celtic Serenity Photography, Cat Wyatt,

Bill Watters and Kim Prince of Proven Media


The UK was no different. In fact, in the early

1960s, Liverpool, Manchester, Birmingham and

London were all incubators for a young, new

sound: voices that would define a generation

like never before. Alongside these bands were

a small number of people hidden behind

camera lenses. It was through their eyes that

the world would get to know some of the most

memorable icons of the century.

Chris Walter was one of those faces. Though

he seldom appeared on film himself, his

images contributed to a cultural identity for

millions of young people over a span of

decades as he snapped photos of musicians

like Buddy Holly, The Doors, Rod Stewart,

Jimi Hendrix and the Who. His work, often

candid photos, but also performance shots of

musicians, gave the world glimpses into their

humor, their depth and their vulnerability, and

gave context to a revolutionary age of music.

Walter was born in Surrey, England in 1946.

As a teenager, he attended a Little Richard

concert where he shot a photo for a fellow

concert-goer. With that first roll of film, his

path was clear. He stepped into the world of

rock and roll photography with both feet.

Time, it would turn out, was on his side. The

60s and 70s were unlike any other time in

music history. Among other groups, a foursome

who derived their named from Buddy Holly

and the Crickets emerged from the streets of

Liverpool and marched their way through the

charts, first through the UK, then through the

US. It was an invasion – the British Invasion,

and Walter caught it on film. He would snap the

Beatles many times in his career, creating some

of his most memorable career moments doing

so, including a three-day experience in 1967 as

the Beatles filmed “Magical Mystery Tour.”


“It was an insane three days,” Walter

recalls from his Los Angeles home. “It

was so bizarre. It wasn’t just, ‘Go take an

odd picture.’ It was, ‘Ringo is filming this,’

‘George has gone to do this thing’; always,

‘Go take a photo!’ It’s all a bit of a haze.”

From behind his lens, Walter watched the

world change through music. Beat music

branched into British blues, which bloomed

into American R&B. Addition of the electric

guitar in the late 1960s turned into the

distinctive styles of a genre dominated

by the Rolling Stones, Eric Clapton, Led

Zeppelin and many others.

Psychedelia also emerged as hallucinogenic

drugs became popular, giving rise to bands

like the Who, Cream and Pink Floyd. The

Beatles were also part of this genre for

a time, drawing on Eastern themes and

incorporating long instrumental passages and

sometimes senseless lyrics inspired by PCP.

Also brewing was the American folk music

revival. It was “Blowin’ in the Wind” for

Bob Dylan, while Simon and Garfunkel

were singing “The Sounds of Silence.” War

had inspired peace, and the Mamas & the

Papas, the Byrds, and the Animals were

spreading the word. Eventually, psychedelia

merged with folk through protest songs,

giving it “authenticity” and inspiring

psychedelic rock. Walter was there,

catching it all on film for the world to see.

He was there through more, too. As the

Beach Boys dominated surf rock, Paul

Revere and the Raiders and the Kingsmen

spread garage rock, and the Allman


Brothers and Lynyrd Skynyrd crooned their way

into the blues rock scene, Walter snapped away.

The songs defined an era, while the images,

for some, would define a lifetime. Otis Redding,

Janis Joplin, Jim Morrison, Ronnie Van Zant,

Duane Allman and Jim Croce are just a few of

the faces ingrained in Walter’s negatives long

after their souls moved on.

Today, thanks in large part to the images that

put faces to the music played on juke boxes

and eight track tapes, the legacy of those

unique musical times lives on. “When we go

out with our pictures, it’s amazing,” said Walter,

who often tours with his wife, Cat Wyatt, to

places where his photos are still sold in limited

edition. “Twenty-year-olds know as much about

Janis Joplin, the Beatles and The Doors as their

parents do. We never thought it would last, but

40 years later, people still love them.”

Walter’s career, which has continued now for

50 years through 80s hair bands, stadium

shows, and retro music that has come full

circle to his early days in the business,

has led him to navigate some of the most

exciting and iconic moments in pop culture.

But that special time when the whole world, it

seemed, moved to a singular beat, is now only

preserved in pictures and memories.

With a hint of nostalgia in his voice, Walter let

out a sigh. “It was just an era that will never

repeat itself.”

www.chriswalterphotography.com

Chris Walter’s Beatles photography is available

for sale at jo London, 201 Easy St. in Carefree.

480-488-1162

www.myjolondon.com


Although I never met Carefree co-founder K.T. Palmer,

I feel as though I know him personally after reading

his 1971 autobiography “For Land’s Sake.” Les Conklin

of the Greater Pinnacle Peak Association told me of

Palmer’s book with the caution that it may be hard

to find a copy. Luck was with me as I was able to

acquire one through a Goodwill store in Tucson. It

must have been providence since the odds were long.

If I had to briefly describe Palmer, I would say he was a

guy with spunk, foresight, energy, intelligence, guts and

the attitude that the glass was always half full. That’s

a lot for a guy who suffered from tuberculosis, heart

problems, was about five and a half feet tall, and may

have never weighed more than 120 pounds. He was small

and not very healthy, but no one could ever accuse K.T.

of being afraid to take chances or get his hands dirty.

Palmer was born in Mississippi February 4, 1899

according to his mother’s notes, but the Mississippi

Census Bureau claims he was two years old in 1900.

One has to love that 19th century southern arithmetic!

His family later moved to Illinois, where he was

eventually drafted into the army in 1918 to serve in

World War I. When he was mustered out, his departing

physical indicated the possibility of tuberculosis, which

was later confirmed by a doctor in Fort Worth, Texas

with the recommendation that K.T. move to Arizona at

once. He did, and by 1926 had earned a law degree

from Northern Arizona University.

After bouncing around the law profession for a few years,

Palmer became interested in homesteading. It was easy

enough to acquire a 640-acre plot in the desert simply

by erecting a home on the land and paying a small fee.

The only other prerequisite was that the owner had to

live on the land for a certain period of time.


FOR LAND’S SAKE: the leGacy of kt Palmer

Left to right: Tom Darlington,

Carefree investor Les Rhuart,

and K.T. Palmer. (Photo courtesy

of Cave Creek Museum)

Valley National Bank (Now Chase), Carefree, Arizona, c.1961 (Photo courtesy Cave Creek Museum)


Since it was his nature to rarely pass up an

opportunity for adventure or risk, Palmer decided

in 1933 to acquire a plot on the western slope of

Pinnacle Peak near what was considered Pima Road.

Today, that land is bathed in luxury, but in 1933

it was hardscrabble with little water and plenty of

unfriendly neighbors like scorpions, rattlesnakes

and spiders. Add excessive summer heat to the

equation, and you get an idea of what real

discomfort was. With some improvements, this would

be the home of K.T. Palmer and family for the next

27 years, even though it meant making the bumpy

daily trek by car to his law office in Phoenix.

If the Pinnacle Peak experience was defined as an

adventure, K.T.’s run for Congress in 1940 was a

big risk. Unfortunately, he lost the election and

wound up broke from the campaign costs. His law

practice was in a shambles and his office rent

was long overdue. He needed money fast, so he

borrowed $500 and went into the second-hand

store business in a rundown stretch of East Van

Buren Street.

After eight years he was making $900 dollars a day

compared to the $350 he rang up during his first

month in business. It was a “dirty hands” business

but, as he said afterward, “For the first time in

many years I didn’t have to worry about money. I

owed no one; no one owed me.”

In 1946, K.T. had a chance meeting with a guy

named Tom Darlington at a Kiwanis Club luncheon

in Phoenix. K.T. mentioned something about real

estate, and Darlington replied, “Someday I would

like to plan and build a town from scratch.”

K.T. replied, “So would I!”

Nine years later in 1955, they purchased the land

that would become the heart of Carefree.

Luckily, after mulling over possible town names

like “Sweetheart” and “Honey,” it was decided

they’d go with “Carefree.” Streets were given names

like “Leisure Lane” and “Meander Way” which,

surprisingly enough, caught the eye of buyers from

around the world. Was it dumb luck or excellent

salesmanship? I would suggest the latter.

Tom Darlington died in the 1960s while K.T. Palmer

lived until 1976, dying at the age of 77 (or 78 if

you believe Mississippi). One of Palmer’s last feats

was to build one step a day up Black Mountain

behind his home for exercise after a heart attack. He

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that he felt better each day because of them. He

eventually built 585 steps before his death.

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Hope Will Always WHisper

Writer Jenn Korducki Krenn

Facing life’s curveballs is part of what it means to be human. Challenges come in all sizes and forms

– big and small, physical and emotional. At times, obstacles can seem insurmountable. It feels far less

painful to withdraw inward, when in actuality these are the moments when we desperately need to make

a connection, to bond with someone who will provide peace and comfort to us during difficult times

and above all, give us hope.

For children with special needs, companionship may not always come easily in the form of friends or family

members – at least not the two-legged variety. Fostering connections with pets has long been encouraged,

and numerous studies tout the benefits of animal therapies, such as those with dogs or horses.

The people who work for Whispering Hope Ranch Foundation know that sometimes, help can also come

from unexpected confidantes: a llama, goat or donkey. Maybe even a turkey, goose, duck or peacock.

The source doesn’t matter. Hope given from these animals is equally powerful, and no less beautiful,

which is why for the past 17 years, the organization has been building a sanctuary for children – and,

more recently, teens and adults – to interact with animals in a welcoming, non-judgmental environment.

“Pictures can’t do it justice,” says Executive Director Mary Clark. “Without fail, anyone who visits our

grounds in person is amazed by the scope of what has been created through the generosity of donors

and volunteers in our community.”

The rustic 45-acre Arizona ranch-style camp is situated east of Payson amidst the Tonto National

Forest. A sprawling meadow rests at its heart, with stunning views of the Mogollon Rim. It’s bordered by

mountains peppered with Ponderosa pines – a veritable sea of green in our otherwise landlocked state.

Whispering Hope Ranch Foundation was established when founder Diane Reid discovered the property

in 1997 and had what she calls an extreme moment of clarity: she had found a safe haven that could

harness the power of nature to heal the human spirit. Reid believed passionately in the ability to help

those with physical, mental, medical or developmental special needs through animal interaction; what set

her vision apart was the fact that she only wanted to take in animals that had special needs of their own.


“Diane envisioned a place where children could come and

see these animals, who may have been born with physical

challenges or have suffered some kind of injury, abuse or

loss of a caregiver,” Mary says. “Her goal was to show kids

that despite their differences or challenges, these animals

have adapted and are living and enjoying life.”

Together with a small staff and host of volunteers, Diane

set to work making her vision a reality, establishing

Whispering Hope Ranch as a place for children and

animals with special needs to come together and

experience mutual love, compassion and most of all,

hope. She recruited others to help her, and later expand

on her mission.

Mary and her husband, Bill, are north Scottsdale residents

who first became involved with the organization as

volunteers in 1999. “Neither of us were big animal lovers

back then,” she says with a laugh. “As you can imagine,

our perspective has changed a lot.”

When the organization was getting started, there were

no cabins or facilities, and day camp programs involved

the whole family. “Everyone would participate in various

programs with the animals and then have to drive to

Heber or Payson to sleep and come back again the

next day,” Mary explains. “With the mobility and physical

challenges of some of the attendees, the process could

be very tedious.”

At that time, there was no camp in Arizona that was built

from the ground up specifically for children with special

needs. Parents either took kids to states like California or

Texas or made do with what adaptations were available.

Seeing the potential for overnight programs, in 2001

Whispering Hope Ranch Foundation joined forces with

10 children’s health organizations and partnered with

Arizona State University’s College of Architecture and

Environmental Design to brainstorm what a full-fledged

facility could look like.


“It really made sense for us to build

something,” Mary says. “We met with

all of the organizations twice a month

over a two-year period to design

the facility so that it would meet

the needs of children with a variety

of special needs. We also traveled

around the country and looked at

other camps for inspiration.”

A generous donor then purchased the

ranch and gifted it to the foundation,

and with broad community support

came the completion of the initial

phase of construction in September

2005, marking the beginning of the

overnight camp and retreat model.

By that time, Mary had transitioned

into her full-time role as executive

director and had witnessed the

transformation of the ranch firsthand.

From a large piece of open land

grew an impressive facility that

accommodates up to 126 campers,

caregivers and medical personnel,

with 10 fully accessible cabins, a

wellness center for medical care, sport

and activity fields, animal interaction

areas, an indoor riding arena and

a dining ramada with a commercial-

grade kitchen. A splash pad was also

added in 2012, perfect for cooling off

on a warm summer day.

“People say they get a very special

feeling when they drive in, and it’s

true,” Mary says. “There’s a beautiful

sense of healing from the moment

you pass through the gate.”


Partner organizations are tasked with recruiting campers, who typically

come up to the ranch on a Sunday and stay until Friday. The list of

daily activities includes horseback riding and sports such as archery,

soccer and volleyball, as well as various arts and crafts. But it’s among

the animals that amazing stories of hope have begun to unfold.

During his time at the ranch, a young boy named Daniel became best

friends with Black Beauty, a duck with lovely dark feathers who was

blinded prior to coming to the ranch when a predator attacked her

eyes. Daniel and his family had recently learned the happy news that

his leukemia was in remission. Being able to connect with Black Beauty,

as well as with another boy who also has leukemia, provided him with

a chance to interact with both animals and children who have faced

serious, life-altering challenges.

Mary can’t help but smile as she recalls another camper who also

connected with Black Beauty on a personal level, a young girl who came

to the ranch with the Foundation for Blind Children.

“This little girl told us she understood why we call her Black Beauty,

because black is what she sees and beauty is what she is,” Mary says.

“That’s a memory that has stuck with me. We don’t use any type of

muzzle or restraints with these animals, so the relationships that develop

between them and the campers are all very natural.”

She adds that they also don’t force any of the campers to participate.

A young girl named Gaby, who is non-verbal, was once brought to an

area with miniature burros named Kisses and Cuddles. At first, it seemed

as though Gaby would stay silent, but with enough gentle prodding and

love from the donkeys, Gaby’s giggle became infectious.

“Her mother kept repeating, ‘She’s actually laughing!’ over and over

again,” says Mary.

Once the sun goes down, campers gather around the campfire, called

the Circle of Hope, for s’mores and songs led by “Cowboy Charlie”

Motley. By day, Cowboy Charlie manages the trail and arena riding while

caring for the ranch’s equine residents. As if this wasn’t enough to give

him rock star status among the campers, his nighttime guitar and singing

skills inevitably seal the deal. Charlie is also involved in evening activities

such as the highly anticipated talent show, where campers have the

chance to sing, dance and tell jokes in front of the crowd.


“It’s a huge hit, but sometimes we have campers who are too shy

to participate,” Mary says. “This is where Charlie makes such a big

difference. There are a lot of kids who have been through emotional

trauma, and when no one else can reach them, he can. He’ll show them

a rope trick or teach them how to play the harmonica and take the

stage with them so they aren’t alone.”

All of these positive connections, be they animal or human, add up

to a big impact across the lives of campers and staff, not to mention

the numerous volunteers and donors who contribute time and funding

to Whispering Hope Ranch and the organizations it supports. Many

volunteers live in the Carefree and Cave Creek area, including Desert

Mountain and Terravita.

“The healing that is taking place affects not just the people who are

being served, but the people who are serving through their time at the

ranch, and that’s really amazing,” Mary says.

Mark Sklar, founder and managing director of DMB Associates, Inc.,

serves on the board of Whispering Hope Ranch Foundation and

has said of the ranch experience, “Watching each moment unfold is

indescribable. It’s memorable; it’s unforgettable. It’s hard to articulate

if you’ve never seen it, but when you do see it, it moves you beyond

belief.”

It’s a sentiment best encapsulated with an excerpt from “Whispering

Hope,” a poem written by none other than Cowboy Charlie that

encompasses how giving back to a few can impact many:

Hope will always whisper;

It seldom is a shout.

Open your heart and listen;

Hope will help you make it out.

This year’s camp sessions begin April 25.

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Shelly was recently nominated for, and won Carefree

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of the Year Award, and while she would never put

herself front and center in any situation that didn’t

involve matter-of-fact parenting – either of her own

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PODIATRyWestland Family Foot and Ankle Specialist480-361-2500www.westlandffas.com

POOL DESIGN/CONSTRUCTIONAzul-Verde Design Group, Inc.480-595-0611www.azulverde.com

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POOL MAINTENANCECarefree Crystal Clear Pool & Spa480-488-26367202 E. Cave Creek Rd. 7A

My Pool Gal480-626-2604 36889 N. Tom Darlington

POST OFFICECarefree480-488-3781

Cave Creek480-488-1218

REALTORJean RansdellRuss Lyon Sotheby’s480-294-3257www.arizonaluxuryrealty.com

Rex BensonNew Venture Realty623-975-1330 949-468-7222 cellwww.rexinaz.com

Russ Lyon Sotheby’s International Realty34305 N. Scottsdale Rd.480-488-2400

Tom ScappaticciRuss Lyon Sotheby’s602-430-4081www.arizonaluxuryrealty.com

RESTAURANTSEnglish Rose Tea Room480-488-4812201 Easy St. Carefree, AZwww.carefreetea.com

Summit Diner480-575-6562www.summitdineraz.com

The Grotto480-499-01406501 E. Cave Creek Rd.

The Village Coffee Shop 480-488-3835 7100 E. Cave Creek Rd. #134 B

RESTORATIVE ExERCISE Melissa’s Certified Movement [email protected]

RETIREMENT COMMUNITyCarefree Manor480-595-5800www.carefreemanor.net

The Heritage at Carefree480-488-1622www.heritagecarefree.com

SCHOOLAnnunciation Catholic School480-361-8234

Bella Vista Private School480-575-6001

Black Mountain Elementary School480-575-2100

Cactus Shadows High SchoolMain Line 480-575-2400Attendance 480-575-2431

Career Success School480-575-0075

Cave Creek Montessori School480-563-2929www.cavecreekmontessori.com

Cave Creek Unified School District480-575-2000

Community Education Preschool480-575-2072

Desert Foothills Lutheran Preschool480-585-8007

Desert Sun Academy480-575-2900

Desert Willow Elementary School480-575-2800

Foothills Academy480-488-5583

Goddard School480-437-1000

Horseshoe Trails Elementary School480-272-8500

Lone Mountain Elementary School480-437-3000

Montessori School480-563-2929

Our Lady of Joy Preschool480-595-6409

Paradise Valley Community College at Black Mountain602-493-2600

Quality Interactive Montessori School480-575-5269www.qimontessori.com

Scottsdale Christian Academy602-992-5100 www.scarizona.org

Sonoran Trails Middle SchoolMain Line 480-272-8600Attendance: 480-272-8604

Ventana Academic School480-488-9362

SECURITy DOORS AND SCREENSSteel Shield Security Doors623-581-DOORwww.steelshieldsecurity.com

SHERIFFSheriff’s Posse 602-876-1895

SHOPPING4SisterShop602-330-6042www.4sistershop.com

Arizona Territorial Antiques and Rustic Decor480-595-9110

Cave Creek Candle & Gifts6245 E. Cave Creek Road480-488-7799www.cavecreekcandles.com

Finders Creekers602-739-34946554 E. Cave Creek Road

Las Tiendas6140 E. Cave Creek Rd.www.lastiendascavecreek.com

Suzanne’s Hot StuffIn Frontier Town480-488-1277

The Red Truck Trading Co.480-575-0100www.redtrucktrading.com

Stefan Mann34505 N. Scottsdale Road, Suite G10480-488-3371www.stefanmann.com


TECHNOLOGy SUPPORTTech 4 Life748 Easy Street #5480-553-9171www.techfourlife.com

TIRE REPAIR AND SALESC&R Tire 623-551-6255www.candrtire.com

WATER SOFTENER & FILTRATIONPriceless Plumbing Heating & Air480-595-5330www.pricelessplumbing.com

Rayne of the North Valley623-234-9047www.raynewater.com

WEED CONTROLArizona Weed Guard623-465-9051www.azweedguard.com

WINDOW TREATMENTSCarefree Coverings602-617-292034522 N. Scottsdale Rd. Suite 100B

WORSHIPBlack Mountain Baptist Church480-488-1975www.bmbcaz.com

Black Mountain United Church of Christ480-575-1801www.bmucc.com

Canyon Church of Christ623-889-3388www.canyonchurch.org

Carefree Highway Community Church480-488-5565www.carefreechurch.us

Cave Creek Adventist Fellowship602-663-1268www.cavecreekchurch.com

Cave Creek Bible Church480-818-5653www.cavecreekbiblechurch.org

Christ Anglican Episcopal Church480-488-0525www.christchurchaz.org

Christ the Lord Lutheran480-488-2081www.ctlcarefree.org

Church of Jesus Christ of LDS480-488-3035www.lds.org

Community Bible Church of Cave Creek33501 N. Cave Creek Road480-488-2958 www.communitybiblechurchaz.com

Coolwater Christian Church480-585-5554www.coolwaterchurch.org

Crossroads Christian Fellowship Church623-465-9461

Desert Foothills Lutheran Church480-585-8007www.dflc.org

Desert Hills Presbyterian Church480-488-3384www.deserthills.org

Desert Mission United Methodist Church480-595-1814www.desertmissionumc.org

Desert Valley Baptist Church623-465-9461

First Baptist Church of Cave Creek480-488-2958

First Church of Christ Scientist480-488-2665www.csarizona.com/carefree-cavecreek.1st

Good Shepherd of the Hills Episcopal Church480-488-3283www.goodshepherdaz.org

Light of the Desert Lutheran Church480-563-5500www.lightofthedesert.org

Lone Mountain Fellowship Church480-818-5653www.lonemountainfellowship.org

North Scottsdale Christian480-367-8182www.northscottsdalechristian.com

North Ridge Community Church480-515-4673www.northridge.org

North Valley Church of Christ480-473-7611www.nvcoc.net

Our Lady of Joy Catholic Church480-488-2229www.oloj.org

Pinnacle Presbyterian Church480-585-9448www.pinnaclepres.org

Redeemer Lutheran Church480-585-7002redeemer.vze.com

Son Rise Community Church480-502-2834www.sonrisescottsdale.org

Spirit in the Desert Retreat Center480-488-5218www.spiritinthedesert.org

St. Gabriel the Archangel Catholic Church480-595-0883www.stgacc.org

Via de Cristo United Methodist Fellowship480-515-4490www.viadecristo.com

yOGAYoga Breeze480-595-2855www.yogabreeze.com

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recipe Strawberry-Rhubarb Pie in a Mason Jar

Directions:Preheat oven to 350 degrees.

To make the filling: Combine the rhubarb and strawberries in a large bowl. Gently toss the fruit with the granulated sugar, lemon juice, salt, cinnamon, vanilla and tapioca. Allow the mixture to rest for at least 10 minutes.

Spoon filling into each mason jar until it reaches just underneath the rim and top with the unsalted butter pieces.

Spread out pie dough over a lightly floured surface. Cut out rounds using the lids of the jars and fit the rounds over the top of each mason jar. Crimp the edges with a fork or in any style of your choosing. Brush the tops of each crust with egg wash, then cut a tiny slit into the center for steam to escape.

Transfer mason jars to a baking sheet and bake for 35-45 minutes or until the top of the pie is golden brown and the filling is bubbling. If the tops begin to brown too quickly before the filling has a chance to boil, carefully tent with foil and continue baking until done.

Remove from the oven and cool completely before serving to allow the filling to thicken properly.

Ingredients (6-8 servings):6-8 Mini Mason Jars (wide-mouth)

1 box (2 packages) pre-made pie dough or your favorite pie dough recipe

Egg Wash (1 egg yolk beaten with 1 teaspoon of water)

Filling:3 cups Rhubarb, cut into ½-in thick slices

3 cups Strawberries, hulled and sliced

¾ cup Granulated Sugar

2 teaspoons Freshly Squeezed Lemon Juicepinch of Salt

¼ tsp Cinnamon

½ tsp Vanilla

3 tablespoons Instant Tapioca

2 tablespoons Unsalted Butter, small dice

In my family, appreciation for Mom will always be best expressed in the form of pie. For a novel twist this Mother’s Day, try packing your thanks into this beautiful and rustic strawberry-rhubarb pie in a mini mason jar.

The acerbic punch of the rhubarb mellows out while it cooks and is the perfect complement to the ripe, sweetness of the strawberries. Use your favorite pie dough recipe or keep it simple with pre-made dough and customize with different cutout shapes or crimping styles around the edges.

Don’t be alarmed when the filling starts to bubble and ooze vigorously from the top as it bakes. This is one mess Mom can easily forgive.

Writer and photographer Monica Longenbaker


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