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STATEWIDE AZ PAGE 2 A Tourist News Z JUNE 2004
Libraries, Maricopa Co. ............................................................................5
Contents Lodging................................................................................................26-28
AZ
www.aztourist.com
Astronomy..............................................................................................33
Native American Culture.................................................................36, 38
Northland ...........................................................................................8-16
Page-Lake Powell .....................................................................................14
Tourist News
Attractions........................................................................................34-35 Pet Friendly Arizona ...............................................................................27
Bed & Breakfasts...................................................................................28 Phoenix Metro...........................................................................................4
Birdwatching..........................................................................................33 Prescott .....................................................................................................15
Casinos, Regional ..................................................................................37 Public Lands .............................................................................................39 MAIN OFFICE -TUCSON
Central Arizona ...................................................................................4-7 Regional ..............................................................................................40-41
Cochise County...................................................................................20-21 Durango, CO....................................................................................40
Colorado River Region......................................................................22-23 Mexico...............................................................................................41 Publisher/Editor Anthony Venuti
Events, Featured ..............................................................................24-25 Rim Country...............................................................................................6
June Events.......................................................................................30 RV Resorts & Campgrounds .............................................................42-47 Managing Editor Charlis McVey
July Events.........................................................................................31 Sedona.......................................................................................................16
August Events...................................................................................32 Southern Az .........................................................................................17-21 Art Director Alaena Hernandez
Ongoing Events ................................................................................32 Statewide Map...................................................................................24-25
Flagstaff .....................................................................................................11 Survey - FREE SUBSCRIPTION................................................................34
Globe-Miami ..............................................................................................7 Tucson...................................................................................................17-18 Associate Editor Pam Marlowe
Grand Canyon ......................................................................................12-13 White Mountains.................................................................................8-10
Green Valley .............................................................................................19 Williams ....................................................................................................14 Associate Editor Kate Seymour
Wineries, Regional..................................................................................28
E-Publishing J.R. McGowan
easier. We will always support the
Letter from the Publisher
Memorial Day for many surveys are in, and travel will be the
Arizona Office of Tourism (the banner
for their site is on www.aztourist.com)
and hope that one day they will see the
Distribution Ian Marlowe
is more than the start of order of the day. Gas prices notwith- virtue of a rising tide lifting all
Summer...it is the day when standing, the average trip -now reported boats.....and THAT’S a Memo!!
we ALL need to reflect on to be 500 miles- will only cost the aver- Last but not least, on page 3 you will
what we have, why we age family an extra $14.00. I don’t see see why, in fact, I feel so passionately Submissions of Articles & Press
about our existence. Our readership is
have it and of those who how this will negatively impact region-
often astonished by the amount of infor- Releases: Deadline June 15, 2004.
made the ultimate sacrifice al, over-the-road travel.
to ensure that our way of I am happy to report that the Arizona mation we put out. Often you will sim- Fax (520) 622-7275. Press releases,
life is forever protected. Office of Tourism is putting out an ply never find this information etc. are always welcomed.
The enemy is within, event guide that will be distributed to all UNLESS you know to look for it. We
it is not Osama bin Ladin, the Chambers and CVB’s throughout encourage you to see just how some
it is not the Taliban, it is not Al-Qaida, Arizona. Our visitors NEED an event people compare reading AZ Tourist Az Tourist News, P.O. Box 5083,
it is not the Iraqis...it is, in fact, the guide they can depend on. I do need to News to the New York Times. No, my Tucson, AZ, 85703. Toll Free (800)
enemy within our own boundaries. The point out that the Arizona Office of mother did not write it...
Enjoy the summer, and errrr remem- 462-8705, (520) 622-7008, (520) 622-
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I hear that before.....enough said! work with us. Instead of supporting out first researching AZ Tourist News or www.aztourist.com
AZ Tourist News extols and informs what we already do better than anyone www.aztourist.com.
To reach an account executive, associate editor or to
others of what there is to experience in else, they prefer to replicate the guide at contact the editor or publisher, call (800) 462-8705. Any
Arizona, in hopes of inspiring them to an increased expense to the State of editorial portion of AZ Tourist News may not be dupli-
celebrate that which we have in our Arizona. This is unfortunate. cated without written permission from the Publisher. Az
great state.....Arizona is America’s Perhaps like a fly at the picnic it is Ciao, Tourist News © 2004. 60,000 copies distributed monthly.
Theme Park....God Bless Arizona, and hoped that we will simply disappear... Look for us at visitors centers, hotels, resorts, movie the-
America. We won’t. We exist because there is no aters, restaurants, major attractions, major events, and
By all accounts the tourism business welcome mat to make visitors to everywhere else in Arizona!
(remember if you travel 50 miles and Arizona feel as if their business is really
stay overnight, you ARE a tourist) will wanted. After all the hard work to pro-
be running full bore. From AAA to
tourism officials across the nation the
mote the area and drive people into the
state, nothing is done to make their visit
Anthony Venuti,
Publisher
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The splash of sunlight across red rock, the glint of architect designed most of the furniture. It was in this
water shining in blue fountains and gentle reflecting magnificent room that Wright entertained his guests.
pools. The smell of fresh desert in summer sunlight Since its earliest days, visitors have been welcome
and the cool feel of sheltering, embracing rooms. at Taliesin West. A broad range of tours is offered all
Famed architect Frank Lloyd Wright came to the year long. The summer season runs through October.
Arizona desert to create an oasis, a masterpiece of No tours are offered on Tuesdays or Wednesdays dur-
calming beauty, created from the land itself. He called ing July and August.
his home Taliesin West, and more than 60 years later, Wright called Taliesin West a “look over the rim of
guests can experience the inspired work of the archi- the world.” On the two-hour “Night Lights on the
tect. Desert Tour” visitors view a carpet of city lights
Wright built the sprawling, sheltered complex on spread out below, the fire-breathing dragon, the
the 600-acre site beginning in 1937. Today, guests are famous living room and other unique spaces. This tour
amazed at the seemingly modern concepts he used in is offered three times on Friday nights only, beginning
etching the buildings into the earth at the base of at 6:30, 7 & 7:30 pm.
Scottsdale’s McDowell Mountains. The summer day schedule includes the one-hour
Taliesin West served as Wright’s winter home, stu- “Panorama Tour,” offered daily at 9, 10, and 11 am.
dio and architectural campus from 1937 until his death Knowledgeable guides take visitors to the Pavilion,
in 1959. A schedule tailored for the summer and fall Cabaret, Wright’s office and the Kiva—all linked by
months allows guests to explore the campus, cited by dramatic terraces, walkways and fountains.
many as the showpiece of Wright’s ability to blend The popular 90-minute “Summer Insights Tour,”
indoor and outdoor spaces. is offered daily at 9:30 & 11:30 am and at noon, 1, 2,
Tours explore Taliesin West and guests are treated 3 & 4 pm, (and also at 10:30 am in September and
to Wright’s vision of a “simple” desert camp. His per- October.) This tour includes everything on the
sonal office, Kiva meeting room, Music Pavilion and Panorama tour plus a visit to the dramatic Living
Cabaret dinner theater are all spaces in which visitors Room.
sit and enjoy Wright’s architecture. A three-hour “Behind the Scenes” tour includes
Visiting Taliesin West is crucial in understanding tea in the colorful dining room and a visit to the Sun
the genius of Wright and his architectural principles. Cottage. It is offered Monday and Saturday mornings
Mitered glass windows encompass sweeping horizons, (also on Thursdays in September and October) starting
walls built in exacting angles wipe away views of at 9 am.
modern advance. Walls made of stone collected from A 90-minute “Architecture Discovery Tour,”
the land allow for passive solar design, and canvas offered daily, June through August at 10:30 am & 1:30
roofs bring in filtered sunlight during the day and pm, is specially designed for families with school-age
release ambient light in the evening, washing the children. Families learn how Wright took everyday
entire campus in a calming glow. shapes and objects—along with vivid colors and strik-
The showpiece of Taliesin West is the living room, ing patterns—to create buildings that are works of art.
or “Garden Room” as Wright called it. Entrance to the Enter the 600-acre site at Frank Lloyd Wright
room is through a typically Wrightian low-ceiling, Boulevard (114th St.) and Cactus Road, in northeast
stone-wall space which leads to a room 56-feet long Scottsdale. The winter schedule is available at
by 34-feet at one place and 24-feet at another. A large www.franklloydwright.org or by calling (480) 860-
fireplace dominates the far end of the room and the 2700 ext. 494 or 495.
SURVEY SAYS! historic places all over AZ and it’s a lot
more fun when we know something is
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overview like Susan Przybylski of Toledo
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from front to back,” AZ Tourist News
Now for Some News about Arizona Tourists olutely agrees, “This is a wonderful has the dedication to provide you with all
“Whether it’s an extended vacation or ing here only makes one more eager to newspaper! Now I’ll know what’s hap- the information you’ll need when travel-
a weekend trip, I find this paper to be see the state. It follows that, for our out- pening and where! Thank You!” Aw ing in our dynamic state.
absolutely awesome!” - Isabella Gilkes, of-state visitors, seeing our region shucks. Our pleasure, Pat. Or, perhaps our readers say it best. As
Gilbert inspires the desire to make AZ a perma- And be assured, AZ Tourist News will A.A. Krizek of Phoenix succinctly puts it,
My goodness! Thank you Isabella. nent home. And because Arizona has so continue to provide those traveling in, AZ Tourist News is, “A great tourist
And thanks to all of you who responded much to offer, so much to see and do, through, and around Arizona with the guide for things to do and places to go
to our readership survey. Your input will we’ve made it our pleasure to keep you most informative and entertaining tourism and stay.”
most certainly help us to maintain our posted on all of it. Florence’s Vera information available. Because whether And from Frances Evans of Lewes,
position as the Arizona traveler’s fore- Walters seems to think we’re rather good you have specific areas of interest like Art Delaware - “Fascinating and enchanting
most source of Arizona tourist informa- at it too. “It’s a great resource for me,” Oshefsky of Green Bay who says, “I love - best paper I’ve read except the NY
tion. Your data will aid us in tailoring our she says of AZ Tourist News. “I go some- the information on weekly/monthly Times.”
editorial and advertising focus to your where every weekend.” rentals of condos and townhouses,” or ‘Nuff said.
specific interests. But before that, it must Every weekend! That’s a lot. It may you read the Tourist News for a regional
be said, with great thanks and humility, not sound so extravagant to our readers,
your praise and enthusiasm for the AZ though. After all, almost half of you hit
Tourist News has us blushing, bragging the Arizona road more than 4 times a
and pleasantly invigorated. year. Of those, most are exploring our
It’s hard not to get excited when folks state’s highways and by-ways more than
like Nick Massimiano of Colorado half a dozen times a year. Well, that’s why
Springs report that, “When I arrive in we’re here; to illuminate all the things to
AZ, the first thing I pick up is AZ Tourist do, places to go, where to stay and eat,
News.” And then there’s Sandra Rausch and how to find that special memento by
hailing all the way from Saugatuck, which to remember it all. Testifying to
Michigan and lauding us as a “Great our success is Babette Leasure of
newspaper! Packed with lots of informa- Prescott, who appreciates all the informa-
tion about all types of “to do’s.” I will tion we provide and feels that we are,
look forward to my next one.” “Better than most local pubs for explor-
Thanks guys. As is evident above, sur- ing AZ.”
vey results were returned from far and Actually, Babette is an excellent exam-
wide. From Alaska to Arkansas readers ple of our primary readership. 70% sur-
who filled out and returned the survey veyed were over the age of 56 and with
were rewarded with a free three-month 40% being retired, our readers were most
subscription. Of course, most of you responsive to events and attractions list-
(66% in fact) were full or part time resi- ings. As Scottsdale’s Michele Maddox
dents of Arizona. But it appears that liv- puts it, “We love going to see the small
CENTRAL AZ PAGE 4 A Tourist News Z JUNE 2004
Central Az Cities & Towns Paloma
Paradise Valley
Rio Verde
San Carlos
Touch a Bolt of Lightning?
Payson San Manuel
Aguila
Ahwatukee
El Mirage
Eloy
Kearney
Mammoth Peoria Scottsdale Fulgurites at the Arizona Mining & Mineral Museum
Apache Junction Florence Maricopa Peridot Sentinel Here in Arizona, especially those storms strike Earth 50-100 times
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Buckeye Fountain Hills Mobile Pine Sun City West Mother Nature to form fulgurites: lots the event - a record called a fulgurite.
Carefree Friendly Corner Morristown Punkin Center Superior of dry sand and lots of lightning. “Fulgurites take their name from ful-
Casa Grande Gila Bend New River Queen Creek Surprise
Cave Creek Gilbert Oracle Randolph Tempe Fulgurites are complex, root-shaped, hol- gurate, Latin for lightning. During
Cedar Creek Gladden Oracle Jct. Red Rock Tonopah low tubes of glass fused in sand by light- Arizona’s summer monsoon season with
Chandler Glendale Palo Verde Tortilla Flat ning bolts. Often a complete fulgurite is its violent thunderstorms the likelihood
Chuichu Globe Strawberry Pine Wickenburg shaped like the actual bolt. The diameter for lightning strikes is very high. Look for
Circle City Goodyear 260 Winkelman and length vary from hair width to sixty fulgurites under power lines and in areas
Claypool Hayden Payson Wintersburg feet. of relatively dry sand, such as dune fields
Coolidge Inspiration Wittman According to Susan Celestian, Curator and washes.”
Dudleyville Kaka Black Canyon City
87 Young Young of the Arizona Mining and Mineral Featured in the display is a fulgurite
Aguila
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Wickenburg Museum, who has just finished putting very recently found by a local geology
New River together a Fulgurite display at the muse- professor’s student riding her horse in the
Cedar Creek
Gladden Morristown 74
Cave Creek Punkin Center
um, “Lightning is created when a conduc- Cave Creek area. The piece of glass,
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Circle City Carefree 188 73
tive path is established between a cumu- black and covered with stones and peb-
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Wittman Sun City
West 17
Surprise Sun City Paradise
Rio Verde lonimbus cloud and the ground. In a split bles, is approximately six inches long
El Mirage Peoria ValleyFountain Hills 88 77 second, bolts an inch wide (or less) travel with a diameter of four inches and is one
10 Tortilla Flat for miles, reach temperatures ranging of the 10 pieces in the display.
Glendale Scottsdale
Tonopah
Mesa Inspiration
Claypool from 25,000 to 250,000 degrees F and The Arizona Mining and Mineral
Wintersburg
Goodyear Phoenix 60
Apache Junction Globe electrical current peaks of 20,000 amps. Museum is located at 1502 West
Palo Verde Buckeye Ahwatukee Tempe
Gilbert 60 Superior Miami San Carlos “It is estimated that at any moment in Washington Street in Phoenix. Call 602-
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Chandler Queen Creek Florence
Peridot time there are between 1500 and 3000 255-3795 x 10 or visit
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thunderstorms on Earth. Lightning from www.admmr.state.az.us.
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Mobile Kearney
Maricopa Coolidge
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Gila Bend
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Dudleyville
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Rare Sight for City Dwellers
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Mammoth Urban Bat-Viewing Area Dedicated in Phoenix
MARICOPA Chuichu Arizona
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District of Maricopa County have quitoes, and other insects that come out at
collaborated to offer city dwellers a night.
rare experience - the chance to see hun- The bat-viewing area is behind the
Pick up your copy 1-800-462-8705 dreds of bats emerge at dusk from a tun- Phoenix Country Day School athletic
nel near the Biltmore area in Phoenix. fields and adjacent to an office complex
of Az Tourist News Az Tourist News Thousands of bats are using this flood at 5080 N. 40th Street, just north of
at any of these fine control tunnel as a maternity colony. Most Camelback Rd. It can be reached via an
Village Inn Restaurants!
A Natural are Mexican free-tailed bats, found access road between the school and the
throughout Arizona in the summer. This office complex.
TUCSON
Resource bat has a wingspan of 11 to 13 inches and For more information, call AGFD at
roosts in caves, mine tunnels, crevices in 602-789-3215.
Village Inn Restaurant 4245 E. Speedway (520) 881-3550 www.aztourist.com
Village Inn Restaurant 6635 E. Grant (520) 886-6635
TEMPE
Village Inn Restaurant 950 E Baseline Rd (480) 831-5571
Independence Day Celebrations
Village Inn Restaurant 1080 W. Elliot Rd (480) 820-8401 in Central Region
MESA JUL 4 AHWATUKEE FOOTHILLS JUL 4 GLENDALE
Fourth of July Fireworks Show Hometown 4th of July Celebration
Village Inn Restaurant 1155 S Dobson Rd (480) 834-8372 featuring: Mountain Vista Park, off Ray Road - Family fun festi- Glendale Comm College - Family competitions, food,
Village Inn Restaurant 1663 E Main St (480) 898-3403 HOTSPORT! • HOT from PHX™ val begins at 5:30p, free. 480-753-7676 rides, main stage - country music, kids stage, free
swimming (1-9), spectacular fireworks, 6-9p, free. 623-
PHOENIX ACTIVEWARE • HIPSTOP! JUL 4 APACHE JUNCTION 930-2299
Fourth of July Celebration
Village Inn Restaurant 4040 E Bell Rd (602) 765-0458 Sunglasses • T-shirts • Candles • Incense • Hipstuff Apache Junction HS - Activities begin at 4p with game JUL 4 MESA
CHANDLER booths, kids activities, swimming, live entertainment, 4th of July Fireworks Show & Celebration
bike/tric/wagon decorating contest; fireworks at 9p. Mesa Comm. College - Live music, free kids entertain-
Village Inn Restaurant I-10 & Chandler Rd (480) 961-0861 602-423-6516 142 E. Washington, Phoenix 480-983-2181 ment 6-9p, entertainment & food vendors, fireworks
show at 9p. Parking $5. 480-644-EVENT
JUL 4 BUCKEYE
4th of July Festivities JUL 4 PAYSON
Bales Elementary School - open at 6p. Food, games, 4th of July Fun Day, Concert & Fireworks Show
races & fun contests for the entire family. Exciting fire- Green Valley Park Amphitheater - Games, gunnysack
works at 9p. Free. 623-386-2727 races, tug-o-war, 3-5p; live entertainment 7-9p fol-
lowed by fireworks w/ 108th Army Band. 928-474-
JUL 4 CASA GRANDE 5242 ext. 7
4th of July/Red, White & Blue Family Parade
presents Carr-McNatt Stadium - Family day in the park 9a,
food, games & traditional old fashioned 4th celebra-
JUL 4 PEORIA
All American Festival
tion. Red, White & Blue parade and fireworks at dusk. Sports Complex - Food, entertainment, merchants,
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An array of Balanchine Ballets in two special programs
520-421-8677
JUL 3-4 CAVE CREEK
Annual July Fireworks Extravaganza
Beginning at dusk on the 3rd, fireworks by Harold’s
Corral on Cave Creek Rd. On the 4th fireworks across
games, rides, water activities, kid zone, fireworks, 5-
10p, $5, 13 & under free. 623-773-7198
JUL 4 PHOENIX
Fabulous Phoenix Fourth
Steele Indian School Park - The largest fireworks dis-
the street from the Satisfied Frog at dusk. Free. 480- play in the southwest. 4p until fireworks begin approx
honoring the late George Balanchine’s 100th Birthday 488-3381 9:30p enjoy entertainment, rides, food. Free adm. 602-
262-4627
JUL 4 CHANDLER
4th of July Celebration JUL 4 TEMPE
June 3rd-6th Tumbleweed Park - Live music, children’s carnival,
food & fireworks, 4-10:30p, free adm. 480-814-8553
CBS 5 July 4th Tempe Town Lake Festival
Live entertainment, Kid’s Zone, food booths, 3p. SRP
Fireworks Spectacular, 9p. Advanced tickets at
at Symphony Hall in Phoenix JUL 4 COOLIDGE Safeway Stores. Adults $5, Family 4-pack $15, under
Fourth of July 12 free. 480-350-5180
West School & Regional Park - Cakewalk, seed spitting
For ticket information call contest, mud tug, snacks will be sold, free watermelon,
$7,000 worth of fireworks, DJ for music and cere-
JUL 4 WICKENBURG
Annual Fourth of July Celebration
1-888-3BALLET monies, activities 5-8p. 520-723-4551 WickenburgHigh School 1090 South Vulture Mine Rd.
- Fireworks, watermelon bust, food, fun & games, 5:30
or visit www.balletaz.org Fireworks at 9pm. 928-684-5479
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Get On Down the Road!
Research Travel Plans at Maricopa Co. Libraries
Looking to further research
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your travel plans within our
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iting anyone of our library facilities
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• Music CDs and cassettes County Library District. If you aren’t able
• Maps to get to one of our many library district
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research and internet access County we can also bring the information
• Programs and Events for Children to you! (See map & facility listings)
and Adults
What’s On at Phoenix Libraries?
You’d Be Surprised!
Your Phoenix Public Thursday, June 17 1 Aguila Branch 8 Laveen Branch 602-237-2904
Craig Davis Temporarily closed. 9401 S. 51st Ave., Laveen
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Libraries offer the most aston-
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2 to 3 pm. Ages 3 to 12. Craig Davis presents a
ishing variety of events. They Bookmobile stops every Wed & Thurs Mon 10-7, Tues-Thurs 10-6, Fri 10-5
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program of comedy, magic and juggling. Phoenix
include everything from the tried and Juniper Branch Library, 1825 W. Union Hills Dr. 10:30-2:30 at the corner of Highway 60
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true summer reading programs, story
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events follows along with a list of the
names and locations of the Phoenix Thursday, June 24 Customer Service 602-506-2957 Mon-Thurs 9-9, Fri-Sat 9-5, Sun 1-5
libraries. For a complete and up-to-the- Gary Sprague TDD: 602-506-4786 Customer Service 623-544-6371
2 to 2:45 .m. Ages 3 to 12. Gary Sprague, the Friends Bookstore: 602-506-5466 X 208 & 209
minute list of all scheduled events, go to “Singing Cowboy” visits with his horse “Steel”
www.phxlib.org and click on Event for songs, cowboy talk and horse shenanigans.
Calendar. Phoenix Juniper Branch Library, 1825 W. Union 11 Queen Creek Branch 480-987-3600
Hills Dr. 602-262-4636
22407 S. Ellsworth Rd., Queen Creek
WEEKLY Mon-Wed 9-5, Thurs 10-7, Fri-Sat 9-5
Free Computer Classes PHOENIX PUBLIC LIBRARIES
Class schedule available at Burton Barr Central
Services Desks. Instructed in English and Spanish. Burton Barr Central Library
12 Southeast Regional Library
Subjects include: Getting to Know a Computer; 1221 N. Central Ave. 85004 (602) 262-4636 480-539-5100
Basic Computer Skills; Intro to Word Processing; 775 N. Greenfield Rd., Gilbert
Intro to the Internet; Intro to the Library Catalog; Acacia
and Basic E-mail. Free tickets available 30 min- 750 E. Townley Ave. 85020 (602) 262-4636
Mon-Thurs 9-9, Fri-Sat 9-5, Sun 1-5
utes before class at Directions Desk, 1st floor. Customer Service 480-539-5102
Seating is “first come, first served.” Phoenix Century TDD: 480-503-6150
Burton Barr Central Library, 1221 N. Central Ave. 1750 E. Highland Ave. 85016 (602) 262-4636
602-262-4636 Friends Bookstore: 480-539-5128
Saturday, June 5 Cholla
Meet Author Wendelin Van Draanen 10050 Metro Parkway East 85051 (602) 262-4636 13 Sun Lakes Branch 480-895-5123
10 am to 10:45 am. Ages 6 to 12. Come meet the Desert Sage 10440 E. Riggs Rd., Suite 207, Sun
author of the Sammy Keyes mysteries. Van 7602 W. Encanto Blvd. 85035 (602) 262-4636 Lakes. Mon-Fri 9-5
Draanen has a new series, the story features the
worldís first cyber-superhero and boy. This is the Harmon
second book in the series entitled “Shredderman: 411 W. Yavapai St. 85003 (602) 262-4636 14 North Valley Regional Library
Attach of the Tagger,” which will be released in 40404 N.Gavilan Peak Parkway,
August. This summer you can read the story chap- Ironwood
ter by chapter in the The Arizona Republic. 4333 E. Chandler Blvd. 85044 (602) 262-4636
3 El Mirage Branch 623-583-1030 Anthem. Opening Fall 2004
Maricopa County Library District Northwest 14011 N. 1st Ave., El Mirage
Regional Library, 16089 N. Bullard, Surprise. Juniper Mon-Wed 9-5, Thurs 10-7, Fri-Sat 9-5
623-544-6371 1825 W. Union Hills Drive 85027 (602) 262-4636 Bookmobile/Outreach Services
Monday, June 7 Mesquite 4 Fountain Hills Branch 480-837-9793 602-506-4796
First Monday Art Salon 4525 Paradise Village Parkway North 85032 (602) 12901 N. La Montana Dr., Fountain Mon-Fri 8-5. The bookmobile takes
Reception 6:30 pm. Discussion at 7 pm. 1st 262-4636
Monday, monthly. 1st floor, Pulliam Auditorium. Hills. Mon-Thurs 9-9, Fri-Sat 9-5 library materials to underserved com-
Meet southwest painter Elena Kohn. Artists and Ocotillo munities, remote schools, retirement
art-lovers are invited to attend stimulating and 102 W. Southern Ave. 85041 (602) 262-4636
thought-provoking lecture/discussion. You will 5 Gila Bend Branch 928-683-2061 homes & schools. Outreach provides
see art and artists differently. Phoenix Burton Barr Palo Verde 202 N. Euclid, Gila Bend Books-By-Mail for the homebound and
Central Library, 1221 N. Central Ave. 602-262- 4402 N. 51st Ave. 85031 (602) 262-4636 Mon 10-7, Tues-Thurs 10-6, Fri 10-5 the visually impaired.
4636
Saguaro
Tuesdays, June 8, 15, 22, and 29 2808 N. 46th St. 85008 (602) 262-4636 6 Guadalupe Branch 480-831-5967 Maricopa County Library District
Holistic Health. 9241 S. Avenida del Yaqui, Guadalupe Administration Offices 602-506-2950
6:30 to 8:30 pm. Adults. Meet nutritionist Colleen Yucca
Ceton, M.S. Segments will cover energy, weight 5648 N. 15th Ave. 85015 (602) 262-4636
Mon 10-7, Tues-Thurs 10-6, Fri 10-5 17811 N. 32nd St., Phoenix, AZ 85032
management, immune system and diabetes. Fax 602-506-4689. Mon-Fri 8-5
Phoenix Saguaro Branch Library, 2808 N. 46th St. Telephone Renewal (602) 534-6666 7 Hollyhock Branch 623-583-0626
602-262-4636
Hours Systemwide: Mo-Th 10am - 9pm; Fr and Sa
15844 N. Hollyhock, Surprise
10am - 6pm; Su noon - 6pm Mon-Fri 1-5
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Looking for a Cool Getaway? Strawberry Festival Weekend
A Short Drive Takes You to Rim Country Not to be Missed!
Cool nights and delightful many lakes atop the Rim. There is even a The Strawberry Festival Then on Saturday the Strawberry
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the areas of Pine, Strawberry, three weeks. munities of Strawberry and Pine on is no admission cost for all this wonderful
Christopher Creek, Star Valley and Our centrally located region of June 11, 12 & 13, 2004 and you will be weekend of fun!
Payson, Arizona Rim Country is barely Arizona is geared towards visitors and sure to enjoy the many sights, smells and You’ll enjoy cool mountain breezes as
an hour’s drive from metropolitan weekenders. We have a museum on the sounds of this exciting celebration that you stroll along the main downtown thor-
Phoenix. And in these days of high gas history of the region, a museum on continues to grow and expand each year. oughfare where artisans and crafts-
prices, less than a gas tankful away. archaeology and the oldest schoolhouse in In the 1880’s Mormon settlers men display their wares. Exotic
Over 600 hotel, bed & breakfast and Arizona (classes are convened in it during moved into the area and found aromas fill the air with the
rustic lodge rooms await you and your the school year). Zane Grey is extremely abundant wild strawberries; scent of bratwurst on the grill,
family. If you are holding a business popular in our Rim communities because thus the town of Strawberry popping kettle corn and siz-
retreat, hosting a family reunion or look- he wrote about half of his western novels was named. There are still zling fajitas. The festival is
ing forward to a large wedding - we have about our revered way of life. places in the Mogollon Rim in its 14th year and has
the space and comfort you demand. If taking walking tours of historic area where the sweet little grown to include the
You can swim in a crystal clear pool, buildings in Pine or Payson is more your berry can be found “Strawberry Jam” Music
rekindle your love at your in-room hot style, we have maps showing you where wild...however the festival offers Festival. There will be fea-
tub or wade in a babbling mountain creek. to go. We have maps pinpointing the an opportunity to taste berry treats tured performers as well as
If hiking is more your style, there are many antique stores in our towns, too. In from traditional strawberry shortcake to open mic and jam.
acres of land to explore right outside of fact, we have dozens of maps that exciting strawberry salsa. Purchase home- On both Sat and Sun, the Annual
town. Horseback riding, llama hikes or describe rock hounding, wilderness area made strawberry jam and strawberry but- Living History Gathering features the
Jeep tours await you. The opportunities hiking, hunting, fishing and more. Stop in ter to take with you. Spencer and Jackson Show at the Historic
to have fun are endless - here in the Heart the visitor centers in Payson and Pine and The festivities actually begin on Strawberry Schoolhouse. Constructed in
of Arizona. Don’t let forest closures and ask our knowledgeable volunteers for Friday in Pine with the opening of the 1885, it is Arizona’s oldest standing
fire restrictions keep you away! They are more information. Strawberry Patchers Annual Quilt schoolhouse. Living historians, dressed in
for your safety as well as the preservation We want you to have a terrific time in Show. Held in the Pine Community period costume, demonstrate the lifestyle
of our forests for future generations’ the Heart of Arizona - Arizona Rim Cultural Hall all three days from 10am- of the period.
enjoyment and use. Country. Call us at 1-800-672-9766 to 4pm, approximately 100 quilts from local For more information or help in locat-
Fishing is everywhere. You can catch plan your next getaway or check us out collections will be on display... some old, ing accommodations, please call the Rim
stringers of bass and crappie in Lake on our website: www.rimcountrycham- some new. There will also be a boutique Country Regional Chamber of
Roosevelt or brook trout in hidden ber.com with items for sale as well as raffle tickets Commerce at 800-672-9766.
streams. There are rainbow trout in the for a beautiful Spirit of the Northwoods
stocked creeks under the Rim and in the quilt.
Rim Country Attractions
1. Rim Country Regional Chamber of 9. Shoofly Village ruins
Commerce/Visitor/Information Center Picnic area, BBQ facilities, hiking. Call
Open 7 days a week - brochures, maps direc- Payson Ranger Station. 928-47497900
tions, area info. 1-800-672-9766, www.rim-
countrychamber.com 10. Tonto National Bridge State Park
World’s largest natural travertine bridge, 183
2. Mazatzal Casino - Tonto Apache feet high, 400 foot long tunnel. Hiking trails,
Reservation ADA view points. 928-476-4202
Slots, gaming activities,
food, entertainment. 1-800- 11. Strawberry School (c.1885)
777-play(7529) Treasured landmark and registered
historical site. Authentic demonstra-
3. Museum of Rim Country tions of pioneer life. 928-476-3547
Archeology or 800-672-9766
Tools of archeology, artifacts
of Rim Country Risser Ranch 12. Pine Walking Tour
ruins and Q Ranch, seminars Self-guided tour of historic Pine,
and tours. 928-474-8392 antiques, gift stores. 928-476-3547,
1-800-672-9766
4. Rim Country
Museum/No. Gila County 13. General Crook’s Trail
Historical Society (est. 1872)
Logging, mining, ranching Follow the footsteps of history.
and ancient history exhibits, Zane Grey Coconino National Forest. 928-527-3600
memorabilia, gift shop. Oldest western Forest
Service Ranger Station and 1905 Haught 14. Diamond Point Look-Out
Cabin. 928-474-8392 Quartz collection area, surface only. Payson
Ranger Station. 928-474-7900
5. Green Valley Park
3 fishing lakes, ADA walking path, play- 15. Tonto Creek Fish Hatchery
ground, summer concerts, picnic areas, bar- Fish-feeding, self-guided tour, photography,
becues, ducks, veterans memorial. 928-474- birding. Forest Road 289,
5242 Arizona Game & Fish, Tonto Creek. 928-
478-4200
6. Payson Golf Course
9 or 18 holes, driving range, golf carts, pro 16. Whispering Hope Ranch
shop, light refreshments, lessons available. Healing ranch for people and animals. Daily
928-474-2273 tours at 11 am and l:30 pm,
weather permitting. 1-877-478-0339
7. Payson Municipal Airport
GPS approach, rotating beacon, fuel, mainte- 17. Rim Lakes Recreation Area
nance, airport campground, food. Tower 928- Rim Lakes, visitor center, scenic overlook,
474-2005; Scenic flights and charter service: exhibits, fishing, camping, facilities. Apache
Payson Air 928-474-5486 or CAVU Aviation Sitgreaves National Forest. 928-535-4481
928-468-8888
18. Pleasant Valley
8. East Verde Recreation Area Area of Zane Grey novels, shootouts,
Streamside and scattered campsites, trout wildlife, fishing. Community of Young.
fishing, hiking, birding, fall colors, photogra- 1-800-672-9766
phy, Payson Ranger Station. 928-47497900
JUNE 2004 A Tourist News Z CENTRAL AZ PAGE 7
Cool Off on the Hot 4th! Apache Gold Casino Resort
Head to Globe-Miami on Independence Day Weekend Gaming, Golf, Good Food and More
There will be many won- the nearby Besh-Ba-Gowah Let the games begin! Lounge and enjoy live entertainment.
derful 4th of July events around Archaeological Park.
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sures like watermelon, softball, parades for a round of golf at “guest of member” slots, state-of-the-art progressives like sponsors events such as the upcoming
and fireworks. Many are one-day events. rates during the entire weekend. Or swim multi-video poker, Wheel of Fortune and “Father’s Day at Apache Gold” on Jun
Others, like the celebration planned for $1.00 in the Club Pool. Megabucks. 20th. Receive a special gift at the Players
this year in Globe-Miami, are a great The action on Sunday the 4th takes The casino includes a poker room with Club by showing photos of children or
excuse for a weekend away in tempera- place in Claypool, located right on 7-Card Stud, Texas Hold-Em, and Omaha. grandchildren, while supplies last.
tures that are generally 20 degrees Hwy 60 between Miami and Test your luck at our 270-seat, live bingo With the Apache Gold FunBus getting
cooler than the Valley. Enjoy the Globe, at the Pinal Mountain room and $50,000 multi-race keno. Or try there is a breeze. We have regularly sched-
pleasures of a mini-vacation Little League Field. Enjoy the your hand at blackjack any day of the uled pick-up locations in Phoenix and
while at the same time participat- parade at 4:30pm followed by week. Tucson. Or, if you have an RV, our full-ser-
ing in the excitement and patrio- fun and games for all ages...sack Apache Gold’s Best Western Hotel vice RV Park has everything you need,
tism of Independence Day. races, watermelon eating con- offers 146 well-appointed rooms with king- from utility hook-ups to a convenience
Spread out over three days tests and much more. There will and queen-sized beds and cable TV, as well store.
and three communities, there is be fire department competitions, as Jacuzzi suites. Relax by the pool or spa. Apache Gold is located in San Carlos,
something for everyone in Globe- too. You can also test drive a soap box If golf is your game, you’ll enjoy the five minutes east of Globe on Hwy 70. For
Miami this 4th of July. The fun derby car! The cars are provided by the Apache Stronghold Golf Club. This dra- hotel or FunBus reservations call 1-800-
begins in Miami on Friday, the 2nd, with Superior Soap Box Club. matic, par 72 championship course was APACHE-8. For more information visit
free swimming at the Hostetler Pool from There have been chili cook-offs and rated by Golfweek as the top public apachegoldcasinoresort.com. And go for
1-5pm...a sure way to relax and cool off. salsa contests...this 4th of July choose the course in Arizona in 2004. Designed by it all!
Then head to the park for the free con- Best Tasting Tamale in the World! award-winning architect Tom Doak,
cert featuring “Offset.” No worries about $2.00 allows you to sample tamales from Apache Stronghold is both spectacular and
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dinner, just grab some of the all- our famous Globe-Miami Mexican restau- 425 North
challenging. Take advantage of our afford- Street,
American hot dogs and hamburgers on rants between 5 and 7pm. Cast your vote able overnight golf packages (see ad
sale there. and see which restaurant wins the trophy Globe,
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Saturday with free food, fun, music, There will be a variety of other food and 85501
mation, call 1-800-APACHE 8.
games and prizes at the Family Picnic in craft booths, also. Since you’re sure to work up an
Miami Memorial Park, 601 Sullivan The weekend ends with the fabulous appetite, the Apache Grill Restaurant The Old Noftsger Hill School
Street, from 11am - 1pm. A key from a Phelps Dodge Community Fireworks
local motel or a can of food gains you Spectacular! Oooh and aahh from
serves favorites such as steak, lobster,
pasta, and salads. After an exciting day,
A Bed and Breakfast
free admission to the pool, open again 8:45pm to 9:15pm as the show unfolds 928-425-2260 • Toll Free 877-780-2479
kick back with a cocktail at our Cabaret www.noftsgerhillinn.com
from 1-5pm. Take a break to enjoy more across from the Little League Park. For
music and games as well as a money toss more information and help with accom-
at 3pm. modations, call the Globe-Miami
Your motel key also gets you into the Regional Chamber of Commerce &
Globe Community Center Pool for 1/2 Economic Development Corporation at
price. While there, take time to explore 800-804-5623.
Area Attractions
1. Besh-Ba-Gowah Archaeological Park - oldest and most spectacular arboretums in the
offers a glimpse into the long vanished Salado country, its 323 acres include a wide range of
culture. Visitors are encouraged to walk within habitats, a 1.5 main loop mile walking trail
restored rooms in this 700-year old pueblo and and several demonstration gardens. Also hosts
and also to visit the museum. Open 9-5, adm: many special events. Hwy 60, 3 miles west of
$3. 928-425-0320, http://ajnet.ci.apache- Superior. Open daily 8am-5pm. Adm: $6
jct.az.us/Library/aainruin.htm adults, $3 children. 520-689-2811,
http://arboretum.ag.arizona.edu
2. Cobre Valley Center for the Arts - located
in the old Gila County Courthouse, noted for 8. Outdoor Recreation - the Globe-Miami
both its architecture and its wonderful collec- area is surrounded by mountains, and just a
tion of artists and programs. From stained short distance from Roosevelt Lake. It offers
glass to theater productions, watercolors to many opportunities for the outdoor enthusiast
sculpture, the Center is a hub of art and enter- including hiking into the Pinals, hunting, fish-
tainment. 928-425-0884, www.cobrevalle- ing, horseback riding, rock climbing, four
yarts.com wheel adventures, rafting trips, and boating.
Globe-Miami Chamber of Commerce: 800-
3. Apache Stronghold Golf Course - The #1 804-5623
public golf course in Arizona as rated by
Golfweek America in 2002. 1-800-APACHE-8
4. San Carlos Apache Cultural Center -
BESH•BA•GOWAH
This wonderful cultural center was first ARCHAEOLOGICAL PARK
opened in 1995 and provides an opportunity
for the tribe to tell its history from the RUINS, MUSEUM, AND ETHNOBOTANICAL GARDEN
persepctive of the San Carlos Apache people. 14th Century Salado Indian Ruins & Reconstructed
Open Mon-Fri, 9am-5pm. Located in Peridot, Rooms Depicting Ancient Lifestyles
AZ on Hwy 70. 928-475-2894
Open: 9am-5pm - 7 days a week • Handicapped
5. Bullion Plaza Cultural Center and Accessible • Group Tours by Arrangement
Museum - originally built in 1924 as a school • Located just outside of Globe
for Hispanic-American and Apache Indian
children in Miami, it now serves as a museum
for the town’s historical displays, a cultural
928-425-0320
center for events and a community gathering
place. 800-804-5623
6. The Arts and Antiques District - home to
over 25 antique dealers and artists studios. Get
a map at the chamber or go to
www.miamiaz.org for a complete listing and
write up on dealers in the area. 800-804-5623
7. Boyce Thompson Arboretum - one of the 25% OFF with Coupon
NORTHERN AZ PAGE 8 A Tourist News Z JUNE 2004
Learn About the “Missing Link” The Woodland Inn & Suites
Show Low Historical Society Unveils New Exhibit “Best Kept Lodging Secret in Pinetop”
What’s the “best kept secret” Head of Collections, Dept. of The Woodland Inn & freshly baked cookies and refreshments,
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in Show Low? It’s the Show Low Anthropology, the Field Museum, Suites is “The Best kept Lodging such as lemonade and iced tea.
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Deuce of Clubs! The museum is full of will talk about Show Low and the Arizona!” Our smiling and friendly door activities such as hiking, fishing,
interesting items from Show Low’s early “Missing Link” at the Show Low Primary staff will make you feel welcome and at hunting or just sight seeing, you can enjoy
days...and its exhibits are about to increase School, 1350 N. Central at 1pm. The lec- home here. We offer exceptionally good our beautiful and sparkling indoor spa.
with a major summer event. ture discusses development and application guest service and we will do Nearby attractions include
On Saturday, June 19, the museum will of tree ring dating in the American everything we can to make antique shops, a variety of gift
unveil an exhibit at 11am, developed by Southwest from 1914 to 1950. Tickets are your stay with us a memo- shops, many great restaurants,
the University of Arizona, that contains $2.00. rable one. For your conve- movie theaters and also horse-
objects from the Show Low Ruin. In Make time this summer to visit this lit- nience we are pet friendly. back riding. Of course we
1929, Dr. Andrew Ellicott Douglass, spon- tle gem of a museum. In its ten rooms, you You will find us to be a ter- also have several champi-
sored by the National Geographic Society, will find interesting exhibits such as the rific value for all that we have to offer! onship golf courses nearby.
explored a pre-history ruin in Show Low. story of the Rodeo Chediski Fire, the old We offer Deluxe Accommodations for As an added service for our customers
He was trying to determine when ancient post office and the jail cell, while intrigu- all of your travel needs - and at a very we now offer Studio, as well as One, Two
people lived in the Southwest. ing artifacts include an independently trav- reasonable price. Our guests can choose or Three Bedroom Condo Vacation
Dr. Douglass had developed a chrono- eling Maytag automatic washing machine between our standard room which has 2 Rentals by the Pinetop Country Club and
logical time line from 700 AD to 1350 that was once a parade entry! comfortable queen size beds or the king in Show Low. They are very nicely fur-
AD; however, he had a missing time span The Show Low Historical Museum business suite. All of our rooms have nished & equipped condos with all of the
from 1260 to 1289 that could not be scien- opened for the season on April 20. Hours microwaves, refrigerators, hair dryers, amenities of home. They are available for
tifically documented. He found that “miss- are Tuesdays through Saturdays from irons and ironing boards and in-room cof- a weekend, week or on a monthly basis.
ing link” right in Show Low. The scientific 11am to 3pm. There is no admission fee; fee makers. The king business suites offer Please inquire at our front desk for rental
specimen called HH-39 was a piece of however, donations are accepted. Private 27” televisions, recliners and desks with details.
charred wood found in an ancient dwelling tours are available. Please call 928-532- additional phones. Data ports are located A “Place for All Seasons,” the White
located along present day Hwy 260. 7115 for more information. in all rooms and high-speed Internet Mountains offer over 60 lakes & streams
Also on June 19, Dr. Stephen Nash, access is now offered for a nominal fee. and over 180 miles of trails. Don’t forget
We pride ourselves in offering you a the “Fall colors” and the skiing in the
Special Deluxe Breakfast bar featuring Winter! So whatever the season may be,
hard boiled eggs, yogurt and fruit cups. when you visit the White Mountains come
Our guests will also find an assortment of & stay with us and let the “Woodland Inn
fresh fruits, hot and cold cereals, & Suites” be your “Home away from
Danishes, muffins and bagels. Guests can Home!” We are located at 458 E. White
help themselves to juice, coffee, tea, hot Mountain Blvd. Call 1-866-PINETOP or
cocoa or milk. In the afternoon we have visit www.WoodlandSuites.com.
Independence Day Celebrations
JUL 2-3 SPRINGERVILLE-EAGAR JUL 3 SHOW LOW
Round Valley 92nd Annual 4th of July Celebration Our Troops - The True American Idols
Apache Co. Sheriff’s Posse Rodeo Grounds - Rodeo 1p both Historical Society Biscuits & Gravy B’fast 7-9a, donation
days. Sat: Parade 10a & BBQ Dinner after; 9p dance w/fire- $3/$1.50; Parade - 10a, Country Showcase Pre-Show - 4p
Best Western Inn of Pinetop Holiday Inn Express - Pinetop works after dark at Springerville Airport. 928-333-2123 w/carnival games and vendors, Colgate Country Showcase -
6p, Fireworks - 9p. 888-746-9569
404 E. White Mountain Blvd, Pinetop 431 E. White Mountain Blvd, Pinetop JUL 2-3 TAYLOR
Taylor 4th of July Celebration & Rodeo JUL 3-4 ST. JOHNS
928-367-6667 • 1-800-WESTERN 928-367-6077 • 1-800-HOLIDAY Taylor Rodeo Complex - Flag raising ceremony, firing of
the anvil, BBQ, rodeos, dances, patriotic program, fire-
Old Fashioned Fourth of July
City Park - Sa: pancake b’fast 6a, patriotic program, BBQ
works. Times/prices: 928-536-7366 noon. Sun - duck races and fireworks at Lyman Lake. 928-
337-2000
• 2 rm suite with full kitchen • Indoor spa and sauna JUL 3 ALPINE
10th Annual Worm Races & Parade JUL 4 GREER
• Indoor spa • Free breakfast • Express Start breakfast Downtown Alpine - Worm parade 11a. Rodeo Grounds -
worm races 1p. Entry fee for races, $5 includes worm or
Sunrise Park Resort Fireworks Celebration
Sunrise Park Resort - Fireworks over Sunrise Lake at dusk.
• Heart of White Mountains • Fitness center bring your own. Food booths, games, fireworks display,
vendors. 928-339-4654
800-772-7669
• Fishing expeditions • Interior corridors
• Wildlife excursions • Newest hotel in Pinetop! A Part of Pinetop’s History Since 1938
• Golf packages • Pet friendly
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