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23 Canadian Traveller • September 2008 • ARIZONA 3 INTRO 4 ARIZONA •Sept ember 2008•CanadianTraveller 24 of Adventure A ConstantState wave and welcome your arrival. So do our people. people. our do So arrival. your welcome and cacti wave Saguaro canyons. old tempered years of beautifully the millions colour Rainbows abound. bridges natural thing about Arizona – the warm climate, the al fresco lifestyle, the the lifestyle, fresco al the climate, warm the – Arizona about thing some just there’s that understood been long It’s come. to years for memoriesprovide and souls warm spirits, lift will Arizona to visit A T sunny skies. Lakes, mountains, caverns and and caverns mountains, than more Lakes, discover l skies. you’l and sunny Arizona to ravel - there’s plenty to go around. and around. go to plenty fun, there’s having about all We’re venue. concert or restaurant nearby a at night your of stretch home the hit then and game baseball a Catch hour. happy to over on mosey and hat five-star cowboy your a on Throw for meal. time mountain. on a Return of top the to Hike nevercovery is away. toofar is easy to come by and the next dis adventurewhere place of kind the also It’s atmosphere. inviting an for makes that – appreciation cultural Canyon is one of the Seven Natural Natural Seven the of one is Canyon Grand the wonder no it’s long, tres kilome 480 nearly and deep metres kilo One-and-a-half away. breath your take to enough be will piece master panoramic this of glimpse first Your itself. Earth covering redis you’re though as feel you’ll and Canyon Grand the to Venture 1941 Naturalist, a of RoadThePeattie, Culross~Donald it the is book of earth.” rock; naked the inscribing time all is it desert; the in widened silence, of gulf the is it hand; master the by deep carven is Canyon Grand “The Canyon Grand The for Vacation A Natural

- - - - - Wonders of the World. For Arizona, Valley is a must-see. Many moviemak- to other climates and plant life, with it’s one of many. ers and photographers have filmed sprawling acres of ponderosa pine, these buttes and spires – sky-high Douglas fir and alligator junipers. Kartchner Caverns remnants of ages bygone. One visit And, occasionally, even snow. State Park and you’ll find this geological extrava- Located deep underground between ganza of crimson, orange, buff and Mormon Lake the Sonoran and Chihuahuan Des- salmon as captivating as any movie Cool off any time of year at Mormon erts, Kartchner Caverns is a subterra- you’ve ever seen. Lake, situated in the tall Northern nean wonderland of limestone walls, pine country. Arizona’s largest natu- lustrous stalactites, 15-metre pillars Saguaro National Park ral lake, it offers incredible boating, and 25,000-year-old fossils. Esti- Nurture your love for nature at fishing and sightseeing opportuni- mated to be more than 300 million Saguaro National Park, a varied land- ties during the warm months and years old, this delicate ecosystem was scape with 264 kilometres of hik- fresh blankets of snow for winter discovered less than 40 years ago – a ing trails and sunsets as vivid as retreats. The area is also known living testament to Arizona’s hidden the wildflowers that abound. Home for its diverse wildlife. Herds of elk treasures. to the world’s largest population of roam the forests and edge lands. Bald saguaro cacti, it’s also the place to see eagles and ospreys hunt around the Monument Valley just how quickly Arizona’s desert sur- lakes. It’s a place to enjoy the boun- For those whose favourite sights often roundings can change. The park rises ties of nature and return to civiliza- involve the silver screen, Monument to nearly 2,740 metres, playing home tion rejuvenated.

25 Canadian Traveller • September 2008 • ARIZONA 5 Vibrant Culture

Arizonans at a Glance INTRO You’ll find it in our skin. Our accents. Our spirituality, art, clothing and food. The rich tapestry of Arizona has many threads. It’s a rich heritage of traditional American, Native Ameri- cans, Spaniards, Mexicans and Euro-

peans – people from foreign nations mean. Arizona offers some of the indulging in the freshest mineral and natives with roots older than the best dining on the planet, with inter- mud wrap or swinging your nine- state itself. Arizona is a crossroads nationally renowned chefs, high- iron high into the sky, you’ll find that of acceptance and appreciation. And concept restaurants and service that even relaxing can be an adventure in quite often, a celebration. Especially will make you feel right at home – Arizona. Arizona offers some of the for the palate. provided home is a place where you’re world’s most cutting – edge spas and used to being spoiled rotten. hundreds of PGA-quality golf courses. Fusion Cuisine And if you’re looking for the full pack- Some of the greatest cultural tradi- State of the Arts age, don’t hesitate to check into one tions in Arizona involve the dinner Not too far removed from our love of our world-class luxury resorts. table. If you’ve ever tried our Navajo for food is our deep appreciation for fry bread tacos, our Southwestern the arts. Arizona nurtures some of Stand Up, Sit Down … fusion cuisine, our mom & pop res- the most talented artists, writers and What, you need reasons to fight taurants, you know exactly what we musicians alive. Stroll the galleries for a vacation here? The Suns, the of downtown Phoenix on First Fri- Diamondbacks, the Cardinals and days or simply kick back and enjoy the Coyotes, to name a few. Ari- the cowboy novels of Arizona writer zona has all kinds of professional Zane Grey. Catch an opera at a con- sports teams to enjoy. And if sta- cert hall one day and a rock concert dium chanting isn’t first on your there the very next. Feel the hum of list, perhaps you’d be interested in creativity throughout the state and some golf? Maybe you’ve heard, our see just how it affects you. You’d be courses are quite nice. surprised what a little Arizona can do for the imagination. Historic Hotspots There are places in Arizona where Complete Relaxation the past is well-preserved and you What’s your idea of relaxation? can walk through living history your- Whether it’s retreating into nature, self. Travel to Jerome, which sits

6 ARIZONA • September 2008 • Canadian Traveller 26 above what was once the largest cop- its matchless charm – a rare blend of through the old-fashioned Route 66 per mine in Arizona. Though it was originality, style, romance and explo- Gift Shop and Museum and introduce a thriving mining camp through the ration – all wrapped in the grandeur yourself to Angel Delgadillo and his 1950s, it is now a bustling artist’s of the Old West. Expose the timeless wife, Vilma. Born in Seligman in 1927, community with a wealth of crafts- discovery of the Queen Mine Tour, a Angel, also the town barber, watched men, musicians, writers, bed & break- trip down into the now inactive cop- his hometown begin to die when the fast owners, museum caretakers and per mine. Or visit Bisbee Mining & Interstate Highway system replaced gift shop proprietors. Historical Museum, the West’s first the famous route. Saddened by this, rural Smithsonian Institute affiliate. he was one of the moving forces in Not too far away you’ll find Bisbee, No matter what you decide, make the founding of the Historic Route 66 which was also once one of the larg- sure to wind down, slow down and Association of Arizona. Today, visi- est mineral mining sites in the world. unearth soothing relief from your tors can still enjoy the old buildings Today, it’s restored to its own charm- everyday world. and diners in Seligman and other ing town, with spectacular Victorian northern Arizona towns along the and European architecture you’ll have The Mother Road original road. Don’t forget to stop at to tour to believe. Walk the authentic Stroll back in time when Route 66 the Snow Cap Drive In, order a shake, art galleries, gourmet restaurants, cof- was the main street of America. Take leave a card and send a photo like fee houses, bookstores and specialty a walking tour of Seligman where you many of the thousands of visitors shops, too. Vacationers from all over can still grab a chili dog and a soda before you. Become part of the Route the world come to Bisbee to delight in and catch up with the locals. Browse 66 legacy. f

27 Canadian Traveller • September 2008 • ARIZONA 7 more than 90 antique stores, bou- tiques, specialty shops and cafés. Thriving Shoppers delight in the neighbour- hood-like walking distance, all of it Urban Oasis centred around Murphy Park, Glen- dale’s city square. Gas-lit street

ARIZONA lamps, brick sidewalks, tree-lined streets and friendly people round

PHOENIX & CENTRAL out the quaintest setting this side of 1965.

Scottsdale’s Arts District is home to a high concentration of galleries showcasing some of the best West- ern and Southwestern art in the country. Throughout “Old Town”,

hoenix has long been known as “The Valley of P the Sun” for good reason: sunshine for some 330 days out of the year. Perhaps there’s something to all

that vitamin D. Here in the fifth-largest city in the

country, friendly people and untouched grace permeate

the streets. And the ways to experience the city are

seemingly endless. Dozens of resort hotels, fabulous

restaurants, excellent museums, scores of golf courses,

world-class shopping, four pro sports teams, and a shopkeepers sell quality Native white-hot nightlife scene are just a few suggestions. American crafts, offering every- So, what are you in the mood for? thing from hand-woven Navajo rugs to Zuni silver jewelry. Treasure Hunts Visit Glendale, Arizona’s Antique Capital, and discover the Historic The Epicurean’s Mecca Caitlin Court Shopping District. In 1992, the quaint four-block district At Barrio Café in Phoenix, Chef was recognized by the National Register of Historic Places, and it’s Silvana Salcido Esparza cooks plain to see why when you get there. This downtown district offers straight from her heart – and her Mexican heritage. Expect fresh

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14 ARIZONA • September 2008 • Canadian Traveller 34 acres of the Phoenix mountain and • Downtown Phoenix Public desert preserves offer everything Market – Phoenix from busy, arduous summit climbs to Every Saturday of Each Month secluded, leisurely valley walks. With • Arizona Restaurant Week – trails open 365 days a year, you’re Phoenix Metro unstoppable. September 20-26, 2008 • Kokopelli Crush – Chandler October 17 –19, 2008 Sheer red sandstone cliffs and its • Scottsdale Fashion Week – telltale hump draw thousands of

Scottsdale events of Calendar hikers to Camelback Mountain each November 6-9, 2008 year. And many do it over and over • Glendale Glitters Spectacular Weekend – again to absorb the differing land- Glendale scape perspectives. Ascend to the November 28 - 29, 2008 • Tempe Festival of the Arts top only if you’re experienced – the – Tempe two summit trails are strenuous December 5-7, 2008 climbs over tricky-at-times trails. Superstition Mountain has long been • Insight Fiesta Bowl Block Party – Tempe Some easier trails allow up-close cloaked in mystery. Located just east December 31, 2008 exploration around Camelback’s of Phoenix, this collection of rough • The Great Fair – Fountain base. Trailheads are open from sun- terrain somehow gained the name of Hills February 20 -22, 2009 riseESH to - CanadianNewssunset. ad 8-08:ESH - ATPT Guidea single ad 6/05 mountain. 8/19/08 According 6:06 PM Pageto his 1 -

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35 Canadian Traveller • September 2008 • ARIZONA 15 tory, there exists a fantastic gold mine Memorial Auditorium, located on a Frank Lloyd Wright-influenced here like no other that has ever been the main campus of Arizona State design and has been an Arizona seen. Dubbed the “Lost Dutchman University, is considered to be his last landmark since its opening in 1929, Mine”, it’s been the quest of many an public commission and placed on the when it was crowned “The Jewel of adventurer. For luckless others, it has National Register of Historic Places in the Desert.” Sightseers are allowed to been a place of doom. Whether your 1985. Stop in and be mesmerized by a explore the hotel and grounds. Put it interest is hiking or hidden treasure, performance of Phantom of the Opera, on your “once in a lifetime” list. you’ll definitely discover an awesome Chicago or Miss Saigon, to name a journey. Keep your eyes open for few. And his inspiration didn’t stop The Orpheum Theater opened its leg- PHOENIX & CENTRAL ARIZONA ancient cliff dwellings and caves. there. The Arizona Biltmore is the endary doors in 1929. And like the only existing hotel in the world with bird from Greek mythology rising Living History When Frank Lloyd Wright came to Arizona, he found a canvas on which he could paint his vision. He believed that a structure should not intrude upon its environment, but rather should grow from it. And to him, Arizona was a land relatively

unspoiled. Frank Lloyd Wright’s Tal- iesen West in Scottsdale, rises peace- fully from the sandstone foothills of the McDowell Range. Started in 1937 as a winter studio, the site thrives today as a school of architecture and design. Feel free to broaden your appreciation of architecture and wit- ness one of Wright’s greatest archi- tectural masterpieces.

But he wasn’t quite finished using Arizona as his palette. Grady Gammage

16 ARIZONA • September 2008 • Canadian Traveller 36 A celebration of Native American culture through song, dance, art and food

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from its own ashes, it lives on after changing hands and coming close to destruction several times. After a $14 mil- lion, 12-year renovation, this Spanish Baroque Revival play- house became one of the West’s most significant theatre thru structures and a premier theatre in downtown Phoenix. Guests can find anything from stage shows and plays to +PViVsit dSowOntowFnZ Mesa dances and music concerts. On the 41-hectare park grounds at Pueblo Grand Museum and Archeological Park, visitors can explore the ruin of an 800-year-old platform mound possibly used by the Hohokam for ceremonies or as an administrative centre. An excavated ball court and two full-scale reproductions of prehistoric













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41 Canadian Traveller • September 2008 • ARIZONA 21 Detours of Arizona, who offers Cactus and Succulent Galleries expert van tours to all southwest with an emphasis on a dramatic destinations, has launched De- aesthetic effect. tours Platinum. Detours Plati- num offers touchstone experienc- SouthBridge, the new $41 million es for select small groups that urban development along the

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22 ARIZONA • September 2008 • Canadian Traveller 42 featuring more presentations by dynamic National Geographic A 56,000 square foot Chandler PGA explorers, scientists, filmmakers, Tour Superstore has a full line of photographers and journalists. mens’ and womens’ apparel, equip- From adventures with photography ment and supplies, home décor and conservation in remote areas of items, gifts, memorabilia, eight golf

the world to exploring the depths of simulators, a sand trap area, a put- New What’s the oceans for lost shipwrecks and ting green, a full size tennis court in-house golf clinics. The store has working to create the first-ever map and club fitting/repair. The store’s been described as “a Bass Pro Shop of human migration, these speakers staff of PGA Professionals offers for the golf and tennis player.” inspire, enlighten and engage audi- ences worldwide.

On December 27, 2008, METRO light rail will add a new transporta- tion component to Metropolitan Phoenix. Both residents and visitors will be able to use METRO, which will travel through the cities of Phoe- nix, Tempe and Mesa. It will provide easy access from downtown Phoenix to downtown Tempe’s Mill Avenue District and Arizona State University. There will also be an easy connec- tion from METRO to Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport.

Aloft hotels, Starwood’s much-an- ticipated new brand in the select- service hotel category, delivers styl- ish design, accessible technology and a hip urban attitude to another outdated hotel segment.

The Chandler LEGO® Store will feature monthly in-store building contests and events that are free and fun for the whole family as well as hands-on building oppor- tunities, LEGO Birthday Parties, hundreds of LEGO sets and ac- cessories, plus, lots of special of- fers, free gifts with purchase and large-scale building events!

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Arizona golf legend John Bulla designed the 18-hole “Ahwatukee” course at the Ahwatukee Country Club in Phoenix. Boasting 6,713 yards of play from the longest tees for a par of 72, Bulla’s layout combines lush, tree-lined fair- ways, beautifully manicured greens and multiple tee locations to provide an enjoyable test for all ages and abili- ties. The course rating is 71.5 and it has a slope rating of 126.

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47 Canadian Traveller • September 2008 • ARIZONA 27 the Saguaro course, designed by Bill Coore and Ben Crenshaw. In Fountain Hills, the course is located on land that will never be used for residential or commercial development, yielding dramatic views of the Sonoran Desert and the surrounding mountains.

In the mood for somethi ng more com- PHOENIX & CENTRAL ARIZONA plex? The ASU Karsten Golf Course is a classic Pete Dye, links-style course set in the shadows of ASU’s Sun Devil Stadium and highlighted by lakes, mounds and pot bunkers. Strategy is essential and precision is vital, as many greens are partially hidden and well guarded by bunkers and water. Awarded four stars by the this course is well-maintained and it ninth highest of “America’s best esteemed Golf Digest Rating Panel, challenging. Golf for Women rated ‘women-friendly’ courses.” f

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28 ARIZONA • September 2008 • Canadian Traveller 48 Natural Wonders, The Sizzle Goes Far National Treasures Tooling around Southern Arizona, you’ll be surrounded by natural Beyond the Fajitas beauty wherever you go. Look a bit deeper and you’ll be flabber- gasted by what you find – like an entirely different world under your feet. Kartchner Caverns, located between Benson and Sierra Vista, TUCSON & SOUTHERN ARIZONA features a “living cave,” discovered by humans just 40 years ago.

Come back up to Earth at the Ari- zona-Sonora Desert Museum, just west of Tucson. If you spend the day at this world-class natural his- tory museum (which we highly rec- ommend), you’ll probably see it as so much more. For one: as a zoo, home to many of the creatures that abound in this region. Mexican bearded lizard, anyone? And you won’t want to overlook the over- look – the view alone is worth the price of admission.

Then there’s the world above us, which shines brighter in Southern f the Grand Canyon is the icon of Arizona, the Arizona than nearly anywhere else on Earth. Kitt Peak Observatory I Hispanic culture is definitely the icon of Southern has some of the best stargazing Arizona. San Xavier del Bac Mission, established available to the general public. Just by Franciscan monks in the early 1700s marked the peek through one of their reflect-

beginning of a long infusion of Latin language, food, ing telescopes – you’ll see. Finally, follow in the footsteps of the Span- music and tradition. Today, Southern Arizona teems ish commander Juan Bautista de with authentic Hispanic art, architecture, entertainment Anza II, who led a party of more and eateries. than 200 colonists on one crazy

49 Canadian Traveller • September 2008 • ARIZONA 29 expedition, some 200 years ago. Start the tour at one of Park. Now a haven for photographers and birdwatchers, many historic sites; see many more along the way. all visitors can appreciate this special place for the oppor- tunity to tour the mission church, cemetery and outly- You’re Going to Need a Bigger Suitcase ing structures and grounds in a peaceful and quiet atmo- Situated on the high chapparal at 970 metres where the sphere reminiscent of a bygone era. It won’t be long before lush Santa Cruz River Valley ranges from Tucson to Mex- you can say, “That is so 1820s.” ico, Tubac is the home of Arizona’s original settlement. With 90 galleries and studios, this true artists’ colony A century-and-a-quarter after Wyatt Earp and his friend inspires the sculptors, painters, potters, artisans and jew- Doc Holliday squared off against the Clantons and McLau-

TUCSON & SOUTHERN ARIZONA elers who fell in love with the history and scenery of this rys at the O.K. Corral (maybe you’ve heard of that story?), quiet little town, and set up studios and workshops. For thousands of visitors and tourists are drawn to Tomb- you, this means a chance to hit the cobbled sidewalks in stone each year to stand in the very spots where the Earps search of one-of-a-kind wares. stood. They hoof it down the wooden sidewalks of Allen Street, stroll through the lovingly maintained Old County From clothing boutiques featuring hand-decorated gar- Courthouse, and tour the completely restored Wyatt Earp ments to the finest of imports from Mexico and around the House and Gallery. You can too – just steer your steed (or world, from Native American jewelry to Southwest litera- car) to Tombstone, Arizona. ture by local and national authors, Tubac has something that was made just for you. Head an hour northeast to Dragoon and view one of the country’s finest private collections of Native American art Houses of History and artifacts at the Amerind Foundation. Amerind Museum Southern Arizona museums are full of history, archaeology, exhibitions unravel the tale of America’s first peoples from art, hands-on exhibits, science and anthropology, offering something for everyone. In the town of Ajo, (Spanish for “garlic,” by the way) you’ll find the Ajo Historical Society Museum, housed in the old Saint Catherine’s Indian Mis- sion. Take in exhibits on Old West history, including min- ing, mineral, pioneer and Indian artifacts. “Back in the day” will take on a whole new meaning when you see a complete blacksmith shop, dentist’s office and an early print shop.

First established in 1924, today the Tucson Museum of Art and Historic Block encompasses an entire city block of homes in historic downtown, and features original and travelling exhibitions focusing on Art of the Americas, Art of the American West, and Modern and Contemporary Art as well as tours and education programs.

Travel a few hundred years back and about 72 kilometres south, and you’ll end up at Tumacacori National Historical

30 ARIZONA • September 2008 • Canadian Traveller 50 MTCVB Feast / Leisure T&T 2008 — 8.125"x11.125" bleed CanadianTraveller 08/08 Alaska to South America and from the last Ice Age to the The Kevin’s Cuvee 2001 from Callaghan Vineyards in Vail present. But it’s not all arts and artifacts here. On Native has your number, along with many other must-sips. Cal- Arts weekends you will find Indian artists demonstrating laghan wines have shown up in some mighty impressive their skills in the museum’s main gallery. places, like that time they were featured at President Bill Clinton’s inaugural dinner. Through the Grapevine “There are actually areas of Spain that mimic the same climate Enjoy the Fruits of Your Labor as this area. It’s the lack of humidity that makes the months From July to October, Apple Annie’s Orchard in Willcox of May and June perfect for grape growing in Arizona.” is the premier place for picking your own fresh fruits

TUCSON & SOUTHERN ARIZONA -Kent Callaghan, owner and vintner, Callaghan Vineyards and vegetables. The 1,300-metre elevation of the Sulphur Springs Valley provides Willcox with warm days and cool When you think of places you’re likely to find extraordi- nights, which makes the area the leader in “you-pick” fruit nary grapes, perhaps Arizona doesn’t spring to mind. But and vegetables in Arizona. Bite into luscious tree-ripened Southern Arizona has been busy dispelling this myth for apples, peaches, and pears or mouth-watering farm-fresh years. Nestled in a secret location southeast of Tucson, vegetables, including sweet corn, tomatoes, squash, chil- Charron Vineyards makes award-winning wine from some ies and pumpkins. Also, enjoy freshly baked pies, apple of the best Merlot grapes grown anywhere in the world. bread, cookies and muffins. If this isn’t enough food for Their White Merlot is a summertime favourite. Or how thought, have a heyday on one of their hayrides. about a white with a “smoky popcorn and lime scent?” Be Our Guest From historic guest ranches to world-class resorts, South- ern Arizona has unique accommodations to suit every whim and budget. Discover the signature charm of a for- mer 1930s college preparatory school turned resort at the Hacienda Del Sol Guest Ranch. The lodge’s cozy rooms, set around flower-filled courtyards, are evocative of old Mexi- can inns and have rustic and colourful character with an artistic flair. If you prefer more modern, spacious accom- modations, ask for a suite. If you want loads of space and the chance to stay where Katharine Hepburn and Spencer Tracy may have stayed, ask for a casita.

Visit Southern Arizona’s most populous city, Tucson, and get swept up in the twirling flamenco skirts and mariachi melodies. A thriving metropolis ringed by four mountain ranges, you’ll also be surrounded by thousands of things to do – all unlike anything you’ve done before. Indulge in offer- ings such as the Mariachi Festival and art galleries galore. Or maybe your trails will lead you into the mountains, with saguaros cheering you on. Then there’s the icing on the flan:

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TUCSON & SOUTHERN ARIZONA Park, depicting the history of the “Town where several cowboys and outlaws Tombstone: Too Tough to Die”. The historic court- were sentenced to hang on the gallows Turf of the Toughest in the courthouse yard. Outlaws in History Wyatt Earp, Doc Holliday, Geronimo Sierra Vista: Botanically and Cochise. The names are familiar, Rich and Historically the stuff of Hollywood movies. Yet, Significant these men were real and they all called Red crossbill, yellow-eyed junco, olive Southern Arizona home. Visit the warbler? These are just a few of the immortal town of Tombstone and you thousands of bird species who frequent the Hummingbird Capital of The Amer- ica. On the eastern flank of the Hua- chuca Mountains, Ramsey Canyon is renowned for its numerous humming- birds and sporadic sightings of the elegant trogon. Take a guided nature walk, and binoculars of course.

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34 ARIZONA • September 2008 • Canadian Traveller 54 Tohono Chul Park called one of the top 10 gardens With berms and banks, ramps and rails, step-ups, in the world by Travel + Leisure Magazine. Touted hubba ledges, banked walls, a pier block, as well by the magazine for “single-handedly correcting the as an advanced kidney bowl, skateboarders, in-line widespread misconception of desert flora”, Tohono skaters, and BMX bikers will have plenty of thrills Chul is promoted as a 19-hectare garden “where to remember. Close by the Skate & Bike Court is nature, art and culture connect.” another source of enjoyment for children, teens and What’s New What’s adults: Sierra Vista’s Aquatic Center, The Cove. With Segway of Tucson is now offering a variety of guided a beach-entry pool, diving well and therapeutic pool, Segway tours around the historic downtown areas of The Cove is a source of fun for tiny tots as well as Tucson. Ranging from an hour-long morning wake-up their grandparents ride to a special ride along the Presidio Trail, each tour will let you experience extended riding time on The Visitor Center at Ramsey Canyon Preserve is a Segway PT. home to the Please Touch Room, and that is always exciting for children. With bird nests, teeth, snake- Sierra Vista is situated in the centre of the wine- skins and other wildlife bits, and all available for growing region recently dubbed “Napa-Zona.” touching and holding, this unusual animal and bird From the Santa Rita Mountains to the Chiricahua collection is always intriguing. For children, watch- Mountains, this under-discovered wine-growing ing scientists catch, weigh, band, measure, feed and region is producing a wide range of award win- release hummingbirds is a wide-eyed wonder. And ning wines and will be a great destination for then, to be able to use his/her hand as a launch pad groups or individuals. from which the hummingbird flies away.

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55 Canadian Traveller • September 2008 • ARIZONA 35 NORTHERN ARIZONA 36 ARIZONA •Sept ember 2008•CanadianTraveller 56 Masterpiece Mother Nature’s shock the senses and natural beauty that stirs the soul. stirs that beauty shock the senses and natural that views streams, breathtaking lakes, mountain forests, lush valleys, green expands fertile are It there where Arizona, Arizona. of section in east central the beauties across unspoiled natural, most the of is one Rim Mogollon the that agree Arizonans Many Arizona. Northern of beauty rugged the under written were books his of many and West, can Zane Grey was perhaps the greatest American storyteller of the Ameri broken ground, was the Grand Canyon. How unutterably of of purple vague pall, outline!” unutterably How Canyon. brown,worldandremote,that red was of grand wild, Grand the was ground, irregular The broken desert. the toward ofthread apparentlya only plain, the in crack ragged out then and high, so seemedhad which wall red thebeyond and above far “I “I h goig od o h greu Pn Cliffs, Pink gorgeous the to void growing the awayacross gazed I breath my catch to stopped ~Zane Grey, The of Last the Plainsmen, 1908 - the United States. States. United the to ceded was region the that 1848 in Hidalgo Guadalupe of Treaty the of signing the until wasn’t it but area, the in settled tribes Indian many more, thousands During Anasazi. the were which of first the years, those of 4,000 last the least at yon Americans have been living at or near the Can Native years. 10,500 back stretches area the in presence human of evidence first The lennia. mil over carved was World the of Wonder Natural this lives, forming trans and perspective warping of Capable Canyon. Grand the is that chasm monolithic the eyeing upon wonder in knees their to dropping visitors report accounts Historical the Desert of Dame Grand The U-shaped glass bridge. glass U-shaped Coloradoabovea metresthe on River 1,200 suspended be you’ll Canyon, the of perspective eagle’s soaring a visitors give to Designed rim. the west at Skywalk the onto out step leisurely, more bit a something for you’re If looking vistas. jaw-dropping of continuum a offer and trails, ridge Trails. Both trails are well-maintained Canyon – the Kaibab and Bright Angel the of superhighways two the quer con to probablywereyou born type, you’rehiking If the bike. or jeep bus, train, raft, boat, mule, horse, foot, by toured be can Canyon Grand the endless: seemingly are options The Canyon the Combing

- - - - Or perhaps you’d like to see the Can- prehistoric Anasazi and Sinagua Explore Navajo Interactive yon through 19th century glasses? farmers and traders. Today, this Museum is an extraordinary Just board one of the original train 140-square-metre pueblo is home to look at Navajo people, its cars from the 1800s on the historic society, its accomplish- 2,700 archeological sites, providing Grand Canyon Railway in Williams, ments and its historic extraordinary evidence of the var- or the depot inside the Grand Can- contributions. ied and complex lifestyle humans What’s New What’s yon National Park. Chugging along embodied 800 years ago. The dedicated world- the 100-kilometre ribbon of steel, the renowned Navajo Code Railway is still one of the best ways Talkers Museum opened Fast-forward to 1904, the year Riordan left to experience the Old West. its doors in the Summer of Mansion was built for local timber 2007 featuring machinery barons. The 1,200-square-metre Arts Flagstaff: Charming used in battle, transcript and Crafts-era building is faced with College Town Meets of a Code Talker, photos log slabs and filled with original Stick- frozen in time and much Cool Mountain Retreat ley furniture and Art Nouveau styling. more… At 2,100 metres, Flagstaff offers a Guided tours provide an entertaining crisp alpine climate and year-round peek at family life over 100 years ago. activities. In summer, hikers and Once Upon a Time Then, have you ever wondered what mountain bikers climb into the cool A history book is one way to under- a volcano looks like 900 years after air of the mountains. Winter brings stand the cultures of our ancestors. an eruption? Sunset Crater National plenty of snow and skiers to Ari- However, a history book is flat. What zona Snowbowl. Set among the San if you were offered a chance to actu- Francisco peaks, the slopes receive ally walk through their homes, virtu- an average snowfall of 660 centime- ally left untouched and preserved for tres. Flagstaff is most definitely not hundreds of years? Flagstaff is home a sleepy mountain town, though. to a bevy of National Monuments Northern Arizona University lends and heritage sites offering just that. an energy to Flag (local’s slang) that’s so infectious, you’ll swear that there’s Situated in the shadow of Arizo- just “something” in the ponderosa- na’s San Francisco Peaks, Wupatki scented air. National Monument was home to

57 Canadian Traveller • September 2008 • ARIZONA 37 Monument is one way to see nature’s response for yourself – and trust us, it’s unbelievable.

Towering above the corners of Aspen Average summer high: 27.7 and San Francisco Streets, the Hotel { Not bad for Arizona.} Monte Vista stands as a true touch- stone for all of Flagstaff and its citi- zens. Erected in 1926, the historic land- mark has played host to thousands of adventurous and colourful charac- ters, from bank robbers to headlining Hollywood stars. In fact, their newly restored rooms are back to their origi- At a cool 7000-foot elevation midway between nal splendour and some are named Sedona and the world’s grandest canyon, the perfect after their famous guests, like Hum- summer stay is closer than you think. Plan now at agstaffarizona.org or call 888.842.7293. phrey Bogart, Bob Hope, Clark Gable, Spencer Tracey, Zane Grey, Jane Russell The destination for all seasons and Bing Crosby. Have a cup at the Ren- dezvous Coffee House downstairs, or a glass at the cocktail lounge annexed to the lobby, formerly a speakeasy during the prohibition era. And if you’re in the mood for a spook, just ask at the front desk for the list of resident ghosts.

Starring… Monument Valley The set that legendary filmmaker John Ford loved most was Monument Valley. Here Ford defined enduring images of the American West with some of the most beautiful and pow-

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Cool Springs  You could tour Monument Pass and Gold Road KINGMAN Oatman N traverse the sandstone spires and 157 MILES Topock 300-metre-high red cliffs. Or view the Totem Pole, a widely-photographed steeple of rock 100 metres high and

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Water-Based Wonderland Blue ripples lapping against red and gold sandstone; tow- ering walls of rock rising above quiet coves and shadowy inlets; a hidden labyrinth of narrow canyons stretching for miles into the Southwest desert – with more shoreline than the entire West Coast of the United States, 186-mile- long Lake Powell is a recreational paradise. NORTHERN ARIZONA NORTHERN A smorgasbord awaits anglers: largemouth bass, small- mouth bass, striped bass, walleyes, crappies and bluegills rule these waters. For boaters, skimming the surface has never had so much depth. Kayaking and canoeing are great ways to explore the coves. Or let an engine-driven vessel only a few meters wide. Ancient cliff dwellings will pull you across the sparkling floor. Even houseboating is surround you, natural arches and the scrawlings of our a popular possibility. ancient ancestors on coral – orange monoliths. Shout at the top of your lungs into the vast expanse. Breathe in the As for the surrounding land, you could take a tour of endless stretch of sky. Reenact scenes from Stagecoach. Rainbow Bridge, the largest natural bridge in the world Enjoy this spellbinding land in your own personal way. (formed from the erosion of sandstone from water). Rain- bow Bridge is considered sacred by the Navajos as a sym- bol of deities responsible for creating clouds, rainbows Engineered for your and rain – the essence of life in the desert. Or backpack viewing pleasure by through desert canyons and atop stone mesas in the Escal- Mother Nature ante or Orange Cliffs, where rock walls were once giant canvasses for Anasazi artists and scribes.

There’s Magic about the City of Winslow Take just a moment to stop and look around, and you’ll discover a whole new dimension to the enchanting city of Winslow. While in Winslow don’t miss the spiritual expe-

on, AZ rience that can be found at Homolovi Ruins State Park. This is Arizona’s first archaeological state park, consist- ing of four major pueblo sites, inhabited by the Anasazi

Antelope Cany peoples between 1200 and 1425. This 137-hectare park is dotted with broken pottery and stones for you to explore while also enjoying the visitor’s centre, museum, various To Plan your trip to Page and the Lake Powell area visit trails and campground. Come to an understanding with www.ExplorePageAZ.com or call 1-888-261-PAGE the peace and solitude that surrounds you as you unravel the history of the past. f

40 ARIZONA • September 2008 • Canadian Traveller 60 Rim Country and the White Mountains: Where the State Nature’s Kaleidoscope From the pine-scented forests to the Meets the Sky ultramarine lakes, from the fiery orange and crimson aspen leaves to the purple-streaked sunsets, Rim Country and Arizona’s White Mountains are always ablaze with NORTH CENTRAL ARIZONA NORTH colour. How will you partake?

Come to Your Senses in our Parks and Lakes What could be more family-friendly than a weekend spent interacting with llamas by day and sleeping in a yurt under the starry skies by night? At Fossil Creek Llama Ranch s if by magic it seemed the green grass sprang in Strawberry, hikers get a chance to “A up, the green buds opened into leaves, the trek into the forest with their picnic basket and gear carried by llamas. bluebells and primroses bloomed, the apple and peach Or take this bait: Alchesay National blossoms burst exquisitely white and pink against the Fish Hatchery, located in the pictur- blue sky. Oak Creek fell to a transparent, beautiful esque canyon of the North Fork of

brook, leisurely eddying in the stone walled nooks, the White River. Here, come face-to- beak with great blue herons, mingle hurrying with murmur and babble over the little falls. with a bufflehead, catch some fish The mornings broke clear and fragrantly cool, the noon and enjoy a picnic by the water. hours seemed to lag under a hot sun, the nights fell like Another Arizona jewel is Tonto Natural Bridge State Park, where the dark mantles from the melancholy star-sown sky.” world’s largest natural travertine ~Zane Grey, The Call of the Canyon, 1921 bridge (120 metres wide!) arches 55 metres above sparkling Pine Creek. Revel in the cool, invigorating mountain climate atop the Mogollon Capture the true size and beauty of Plateau. All four seasons bring pleasant weather to this high country, this geologic wonder by standing where temperatures generally peak in the 20s, and alpine beauty sur- atop it or hiking down below. rounds you everywhere you go. Enjoy scenic drives, climb volcanoes, explore mysterious canyons or fish the many lakes on the Colorado Powder Power Plateau and the streams below it. Tiny towns also dot this region, In the heart of Arizona’s magnifi- each offering its own spice and history. cent White Mountains, Sunrise Park

61 Canadian Traveller • September 2008 • ARIZONA 41 Resort is a recreational paradise offer- to satisfy your craving for fun in the ing a wide range of fun and excitement. snow. The expansive open meadow at In winter, three mountains offer some the heart of the ranch summons guests of the most fun skiing in the Western for a lovely stroll at dawn or dusk, United States. Over 65 runs prom- where there often are opportunities to ise adventure for skiers of any level. photograph the elk, deer and wild tur- key as they pass through. They also have a separate snowboard- ing area, cross-country ski trails and a Trail. Arizona’s Salsa Trail is all special children’s “ski-wee” area. about zesty Mexican food and wel- Raise Your Glasses NORTH CENTRAL ARIZONA NORTH coming hospitality. The picturesque Northern Central Arizona has become Dig In Old West Highway connects these the state’s fastest growing wine region. Housed in a building that once served communities and businesses, and are The area boasts the perfect microcli- as Payson’s town library, the Museum within a 64-kilometre radius of Saf- mate for growing grapes: volcanic soils, of Rim Country Archaeology contains ford. We dare you to sample all 13. plenty of sunshine, clean water and a a good sampling of bones, fossils, arti- cold breeze which cools the grapes off facts and historical information, most Roughing it in Grand Style every evening. The wine in this region from the backbone of Arizona itself: The secluded getaways and hidden can be described as aromatic, elegant, the Mogollon Rim. One section illus- bungalows of Rim Country and White crisp, dense, rich and sure to tickle your trates how Boy Scouts and Girl Scouts Mountains will blanket you with warm taste buds. Take a scenic drive through can earn merit badges in archaeology; mountain hospitality, yet offer you ame- Jerome to Sedona and Oak Creek to another lets visitors grind corn using nities that smack of vacation indulgence. delight in these native wines at Ari- a rock and a metate. When you pull up to Amberian Peaks zona’s very own vineyards. Need some Lodge, you’ll cross a one-lane bridge that On the National Register of Historic spans the Little Colorado River, which at Hilton Sedona Resort & Spa has added four new state- Places, the Butterfly Lodge Museum that point looks more like a mountain of-the-art Executive Meeting was originally the mountain resi- brook. The moment you enter, cheery Rooms with features including dence of author James Willard Schultz innkeepers Don and Ann Poyas will soundproofed environments, and his son, Lone Wolf. Both died greet you. Then they’ll point you toward ergonomic chairs, flat-panel many decades ago, but their restored whatever you’re looking for: a cozy room, plasma screens, and confer- New What’s 1913 home looks like they never left. the perfect spot on the patio overlooking ence speakerphones. Dedi- Wander through it and find original Greer Valley, an early morning bird walk cated T1 lines for high-speed furnishings, books, paintings and with professional photographer Michael Internet access, video and teleconferencing capabilities memorabilia of the father and son. Giscombe, star-gazing with their own are available upon request. modern equipment, a sumptuous meal

or a Jacuzzi soak. Hot Stuff L’Auberge de Sedona, nestled Peppered through the small North in the heart of Red Rock Central Arizona towns of Clifton, Hidden Meadow Ranch, just a hop, skip country and known for its Safford, Thatcher, Solomon, Morenci, and a tiny bridge away is an exclusive award-winning four-diamond Globe and a few others, are 13 Mexi- ranch hideaway complete with rustical- Restaurant on Oak Creek, will can restaurants, a family owned tor- ly-elegant log cabins, unparalleled ame- debut an outdoor wine bar that is sure to please even the tilla factory and a chile farm which nities, exceptional service and cuisine, most discerning wine palate. have all united to make up the Salsa and a plethora of wintertime activities

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63 Canadian Traveller • September 2008 • ARIZONA 43 suggestions? Don’t just come to drink ning wine list awakening taste buds the wine. Come to Page Springs Cellars you never knew existed. where raising a glass is an enlightening custom that fosters friendship, brings For something a bit more, well, mobile, together families and unites commu- try the Sedona Jeep & Winery Tour. nities. Or head to Cottonwood where Experience a relaxing and scenic 4 x Freitas Vineyards calls its Malvasia 4 jeep tour on your way to the Page “Sunlight in a Bottle”. Springs Cellars. Here you can relax by the cool water as you sample some of

NORTH CENTRAL ARIZONA NORTH Sedona: Rock Your World the unique wines this area is quickly “A powerful metaphysical mecca set becoming known for. Remember this: against the backdrop of spectacular time your return journey to catch a one’s Hometown” and Arizona’s offi- rock formations.” The only place in signature Arizona sunset. cial “Christmas City.” Ever-maintaining the world fitting of such a description the charm of its territorial years, here is Sedona. Drenched in a colour pal- Make it a Sojourn you’ll find more than 500 buildings ette ranging from paprika orange to Whether it’s a cozy bed & breakfast on the National Register of Historic coral pink and terra cotta red, these or a five-star resort, there’s no limit Places, including the Yavapai County rocks have attracted people from to the luxury you’ll encounter in Courthouse, which proudly stands every far-flung corner of the earth. Sedona. Sink into one of their sump- among shaded trees in the downtown Dreamers, painters, poets, wander- tuous king-size feather beds and fall square. Stroll the heart of downtown ers, musicians, sculptors, yogis and even farther into the greatest depths and you might think you’re inside a mystics – this is their home. For trav- of relaxation at Adobe Grand Villas. snow globe. Venture out a bit further ellers, it’s simply “the” place to go for In your mansion-style master suite, and you’ll even see A-frame chalets relaxation and rejuvenation. “feeling like a king or queen” is truly and log homes. Yes, in Arizona. an understatement. Paint Your Palate • Sedona Plein Air Festival - Sedona Now when the question of where to Then there’s the Enchantment Resort, October 19-26, 2008 eat arises, Sedona provides some seri- with equal parts luxury and Native • Red Rock Fantasy - Sedona ously satisfying answers. It is often American ambiance. Spacious rooms November 20, 2008 – said that no visit is complete until furnished in Southwest themes, with January 1, 2009 • Sedona International Film you’ve experienced L’Auberge Restau- inviting extras like beehive fireplaces, Festival - Sedona rant on Oak Creek. Offering the fin- lead out onto private viewing decks February 25 – March 1, est French-inspired American cuisine, for stunning views of Boynton Can- 2009

the restaurant is a feast for every one yon or star-scattered night skies. • Verde Valley Birding events of Calendar and Nature Festival - of your senses. Imagine this: a creek- Cottonwood side table surrounded by the syca- Prescott: Postcards From April 2009 more trees and colourful flower gar- the Pinetops • Military Reenactments “History of the Soldier” – dens, the babbling of the brook and Farther south at the base of the rug- Camp Verde birdsong beside you, the soft breath ged Bradshaw Mountains, obscured April 2009 of the open air on your skin and the by a sea of ponderosa pines, a little • Sedona Jazz on the Rocks - Sedona celebrated six-course dinner tasting city brims with surprises. Prescott is September 22 – 27, 2009 menu coupled with an award-win- Arizona’s original state capitol, “Every-

44 ARIZONA • September 2008 • Canadian Traveller 64 Historic Places and Display Cases pace of city life. Tony and Janet Fenner discovered the impor- The 100 block of South Montezuma Street in Prescott tance of the simple pleasures long ago, and became owners has long been known as Whiskey Row, for the numerous of Prescott Pines Inn, a country Victorian bed & breakfast saloons and brothels that once lined the street. Pull on nestled at the edge of Prescott National Forest. Find a place your cowboy boots and step back in time, where the Wild to relax in the gardens here, under centuries-old shade trees. West rumbles on. A saloon, historic hotel, restaurants, bars Then be pampered by the old-fashioned English hospitality of and shops maintain the look and feel of an earlier era. the Fenners, and Cody – the friendliest of golden retrievers.

Just down the street on Cortez Street are the crown jewels of Located just one-half block off Town Square, there’s also the city, Yavapai County Courthouse and Courthouse Plaza. the Hassayampa Inn. Established in 1927, the historic Has- The 1918 Neo-classical Revival Courthouse faces Courthouse sayampa Inn is an alluring mountain oasis for savvy travel- Plaza, Prescott’s gathering place. Back in the old days, citizens lers searching for a comforting retreat. While in the Prescott used to have a “Strangers Day”. Anyone new in town or just area, there is no better place to capture the charm and visiting was invited to come to the Plaza where the locals easiness of this captivating community. History buffs will would greet and make them feel at home. In many ways, that appreciate the Spanish Colonial Revival exterior and territo- friendly spirit is stronger than ever. rial interior with a vintage hand-operated elevator, a hand- painted ceiling and original 1920s furnishings. Arriving here Prescott may be the anti-metropolis, but the museums here is a nostalgic experience. The welcoming lobby fireplace, have first-rate reputations. Probably the most well-known is antique furniture and grand windows, create a cozy ambi- the Sharlot Hall Museum, with its Old West schoolhouse and ance where you can sit back and unwind. Oh, wait – did blacksmith shop, plus an impressive collection of local pioneer artifacts. Visit Smoki Museum and view the handcrafted arti- facts of the fictitious Native American tribe. That’s right; the fascinating Smoki people weren’t really Native Americans at all, but a group of white men wearing Indian costumes, body paint and makeup. They were passionate and dedicated to the continuation of American Indian ceremonies and dances, and their intention was the education and preservation of Native American ceremonials.

To Dine For If you’ve never eaten in a real Western saloon, here’s your chance. On Whiskey Row, The Palace is the oldest frontier bar in Arizona (in business for more than 120 years). The thick steaks are your best bet here. And if you accidentally elbow someone carrying a shotgun, don’t panic. It’s prob- ably just the owner, who likes to masquerade as a Wild West saloonkeeper.

Rustic Retreats From the tucked away to the downtown-centric, no matter where you stay in Prescott you’ll be far from the breakneck

65 Canadian Traveller • September 2008 • ARIZONA 45 we forget to mention to sleep with one to just a few hardy souls in the 1950s, handcrafted jewelry, and blown glass; eye open? Legend has it that the inn is folks reluctant to leave a lifetime of The American Landscape Gallery for haunted by a ghost named Faith who memories. The 60s and 70s ushered in the photography of Tom Narwid; or hung herself in her room back in 1927. the counter culture and Jerome offered the Nellie Bly gallery for a kaleido- a haven for artists who renovated scope. This gallery has a unique claim Jerome: Ghost Town on homes and opened abandoned shops to fame: the largest dealer of kaleido- the Edge to sell their wares. Soon newcomers scopes in the world, featuring over 90 Jerome, clinging to the steep Cleopatra and Jerome old-timers were working kaleidoscope artists. Hill just above the Verde Valley, seem- together to bring Jerome back to life.

NORTH CENTRAL ARIZONA NORTH ingly defies gravity. Of this rough- Dining in Jerome is as offbeat as and-tumble copper-mining town, not The Best of Jerome: its people. Need a suggestion? Bel- all buildings clung with success; you Lodging & Entertainment gian Jennie’s Bistro & Pizzeria offers can still catch a glimpse of “the travel- Today, Jerome is considered a burgeon- hearty hand-crafted Italian cuisine, ing jail” that slid across the street and ing artist community. Take a stroll while The English Kitchen is the old- down the hill. In 1916, Jerome had through the scenic, compact down- est continually operating eatery in two bonanza mines and had hit boom town and you’ll spy a number of galler- Arizona where you can get some good town status, but a series of fires closed ies, containing the diverse and eclectic ole American Fare. And, as the name the mines. After “King Copper” left works of artisans. Want a souvenir to would imply, The Asylum: A Restau- town, so did almost everyone else. The remember Jerome by? Check out the rant on the Fringe, is a bit out of the population went from a peak of 15,000 Pura Vida Gallery for unique pottery, ordinary. The bedpan full of candy at the front desk and the oddball notes in the menu will also make it abso- lutely clear that this place doesn’t take much, other than good South- western food, seriously.

You’d be hard pressed to simply find a bed and wake-up call in Jerome. No roadside pit stops or glitzy resorts here, just a town that invites you to become an ongoing part of a rich and sometimes spooky history. The Jerome Grand Hotel is a five-storey Hitchcockian landmark, which sits perched at the top of Jerome, on a 50-degree slope (that’s right, 50 degrees). Its Otis elevator circa 1926 is still operational, and is said to go up and down in the night with nobody in it. With ghost hunts and stories galore, paranormal enthusiasts won’t be disappointed. f

46 ARIZONA • September 2008 • Canadian Traveller 66 soon traveled up the river from the Where Life in the Gulf of California, carrying goods to support the military post, and with Slow Lane Boasts all these goods came people from a vari- ety of backgrounds and interests. the Excitement While their brothels and swinging door saloons are gone, the quaint charm of a river town lives on. ARIZONA’S WEST COAST ARIZONA’S The Big Attraction is the Mystique Prominently used as a major mili- tary supply depot in the 1860s, Yuma Quartermaster Depot was closed over 100 years ago. Known today as Yuma Crossing State His- toric Park, many interesting struc- tures and archaic modes of trans- portation are scattered about the rizona’s West Coast is perpetually formed as the property, like a 1907 Southern mighty Colorado River flows south from Hoover A Pacific steam locomotive and coach Dam to Mexico. During the 1850s through the 1870s, car, plus many original adobe build- steamboats on the Colorado River transported goods ings, including the Commanding Officer’s Quarters. to various mines, military outposts in the area and

served the port of Yuma. For many years, Yuma was the Across the way, you’ll find the Yuma gateway to a new Western territory – now California, Territorial Prison, the last place anyone wanted to be 100 years and a hotbed for miners and prospectors. The times ago. Just the thought of spending have changed, but the region teems with discovery and time in the “Dark Cell” was enough adventure just like the good ole days. Today you’ll find to keep most inmates in line – if echoes of the Wild West, aquatic playgrounds and a they acted up, they knew they’d be stripped to their underwear and vast, fertile region abundant with life. chained inside a five-foot-high iron cage set in the middle of a room Yuma: Storied River Town that had been carved into solid Yuma has long been a crossroads for the Quechan, Cocopah and Mohave rock. The “Hellhole of the West”, native tribes, but its recorded history began in 1540, when a Spanish which closed in 1909, has been a naval expedition led by Captain Hernando de Alarcon sailed up the state park since 1961 and drew Colorado River. With the founding of Fort Yuma in 1849, steamboats nearly 60,000 visitors last year.

67 Canadian Traveller • September 2008 • ARIZONA 47 Not Your Average Castle Dome Mines Museum – 1880s through the 1930s and Snack Stop About 65 kilometres northwest a four-storey, 150-room Hilton When in Yuma, try a fun alternative of Yuma – and surrounded by Garden Inn. to the fuel stop’s snack selection: tour nearly 282,800 hectares of the the Peanut Patch and taste fresh pea- Kofa National Wildlife Refuge – More than 200 hectares of what Allen and Stephanie Armstrong was once a wasteland of salt ce-

nuts, peanut brittle and peanut fudge. New What’s have re-created a ghost town of dar, giant reeds and hobo camps Or visit Dateland Palms Village at nearly two dozen buildings in have been transformed into milepost 67. Two words: date milk- a pristine desert setting. Each marshlands and native grasses

ARIZONA’S WEST COAST ARIZONA’S shake. Four more words: prickly pear – from hotels and saloons to a interlaced with back channels cactus milkshake. Enough said. blacksmith shop and general and ponds. The wetlands area store – is pretty much a self- – and the growing young forests contained museum, filled to the of cottonwood and willow along Lettuce Eat rafters with authentic artifacts. the banks of the Colorado – are Visitors to Yuma tend to find much already attracting a large and more than a bite to eat. In back of the Decades of planning will come diverse population of birds and Arizona Historical Society, Sanguinetti to fruition as the Pivot Point other wildlife, including the development on Yuma’s historic endangered Yuma Clapper Rail. House Museum houses Yuma’s favou- riverfront opens this fall and This restored native habitat area rite breakfast and lunch spot. Set amid winter. Pivot Point will include also will include eight kilometres quiet terraced gardens and large aviaries an 1,655-square-metre confer- of nature and hiking trails, all full of singing birds, The Garden Café ence centre patterned on the just a five-minute stroll from the isn’t your everyday eatery. The menu is historic Southern Pacific hotel new hotel and conference centre that occupied the site from the on the downtown riverfront. only further proof of such, consisting of various delicious sandwiches, daily special quiches, salads and rich des- innovative surf n’ turf in an urban birds, anglers, hunters, boaters, water serts. Pancakes with lingonberry sauce setting. If you want a hearty taste of skiers, rock hounds and nature lov- are a breakfast specialty. it all, order the bouillabaisse, a garlic- ers. Anyone can rent a boat or charter rich stew with lobster, prawns, mus- a paddleboat with a guide, but those

A nod to the town’s historic ties to the sels, scallops and crab. And with all with fishing licenses are in for a real Colorado River, River City Grill offers their desserts made in-house, save treat: drop a line for bass, crappie, cat- room for another course to go wild. fish, carp, tilapia, sunfish and stripers.

Into the Wild Birds and birders are so attracted to There are few crowning places in Ari- this Arizona locale that the Yuma zona where visitors can spend their Birding and Nature Festival has day snaking through river waters while become an annual three-day event viewing natural desert wonders, but packed with tour and trade shows, this is one of them. Officially, Martinez speeches and sightings. Lake encompasses 120 to 200 hectares, but it’s hard to tell where the river ends Mittry Lake boasts the holy trifecta and the lake begins. This year-round of habitats that attract wildlife: ripar- attraction caters to sightseers, snow- ian, wetland and aquatic. Neotropical

48 ARIZONA • September 2008 • Canadian Traveller 68 Follow the meandering Colorado River through the natural beauty of the Sonoran Desert...Rich in history, culture and southwestern flavor.

Yuma. We’re more than sunshine. www.visitYuma.com 1.800.293.0071 ext.226 Yuma Visitors Bureau birds find the area attractive, as well rare segment of quiet, jaw-dropping as the yellow-billed cuckoo and feder- scenery, lays Lake Havasu. Admir- ally endangered Southwestern willow ers of the outdoors will appreciate flycatcher. The marsh also supports this region’s stark beauty and 720 American coot and pied-billed grebe. kilometres of breathtaking shoreline. Other frequent guests of Mittry Lake Water lovers visit this boater’s para- include pelicans, egrets, mule deer, dise in droves and the backcountry javelina and even wild burros. offers miles of quiet, seldom-visited

ARIZONA’S WEST COAST ARIZONA’S lands including six wilderness areas, The Cibola National Wildlife Refuge A small but intriguing museum in historic mines, abandoned town Nature Trail is a 1.6-kilometre loop that Yuma focuses on the Cocopah people, sites, wildlife-watching opportuni- will take the visitor through three native who continue to reside in the area. ties galore, fascinating geology and habitats: cotton, mesquite and willow. Featuring life-sized dioramas of their numerous trails and roads for the Halfway around the trail, the winter ancestral family tree arranged in his- adventure-spirited. visitor will view thousands of Canada toric settings, a long, colourful heri- geese, snow geese, ducks and sandhill tage comes to life. All models in the Take a Key and cranes in an eight-hectare pond. museum are made from life casts of Lock Her Up current members of the tribe as are Lake Havasu is home to the origi- Cinematic and Cultural the casts of hands, feet and shoul- nal London Bridge (which originally Treasures ders, which are adorned with arts and spanned the Thames and was sold by While the rich tradition of the crafts made by local Cocopah artists. the British government in 1962 because region quietly blossoms in the core it was falling down – seriously). Park of Yuma’s historic business district, Rock Bottom the car and take a boat ride under it – the limelight shines on the new Just 27 kilometres east of the river, the craggy cliffs of Topock Gorge cre- downtown Yuma Art Center. This Quartzsite is a paradise for rock ate unparalleled scenery when viewed unified performing and visual arts hounds. In winter during its popular from the river far below. Or climb into center features the 650-seat Art annual gem and mineral shows, the the sky above it – on an exhilarating Deco historic Yuma Theatre, in all town’s population swells from just hot air balloon ride. its restored 1912 grandeur. Adjoined 3,300 residents to over one million. are a new two-storey museum, three These are the happiest of hunting Skimming the Surface multi-purpose classrooms, four fine grounds for kaynite, garnet, tourma- Never Brought So Much art galleries, an artist work space, line, talc, alusite, pyrite, magnetite, Depth a pottery studio with a kiln, a pho- agate, jasper, root and palm fiber, Today sightseers to Arizona can tour tography dark room and an out- rhyolite, chalcedony roses, cat’s eye some of the most famous lighthouses door courtyard for gatherings. In its quartz and petrified wood. in our country, all on one body of entirety, the complex serves the city water. And while they may be rep- as an “arts incubator” for over 90 arts Lake Havasu: Arizona’s licas, and pint-sized in comparison, and cultural organizations support- Aquatic Utopia they will definitely give those seek- ing the continued revitalization of Nestled amid craggy desert peaks on ers of lighthouses an educational and Yuma’s downtown. the Colorado River, representing a entertaining tour. Along Lake Havasu’s

50 ARIZONA • September 2008 • Canadian Traveller 70 sprawling shoreline, cruise aboard the spot a vermillion flycatcher or Lazuli • Gathering of the Southwest Desert Magic or Starship bunting. Mammal-wise, the refuge Gunfighters – Yuma 2010 and view tiny dead-ringers of is home to bobcats, mountain lions, January 10-11, 2009 West Quoddy, Cape Hatteras, Buffalo, desert bighorn sheep, ring-tailed cats, • Yuma Lettuce Days – Yuma events Split Rock, Currituck and more. razorback sucker and bontail chub. January 23-25, 2009 Calendar of

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