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MAY-JULY 2003
Statewide
Attractions
Page 32-33
Statewide
Festivals
Page 26-29
Grand
Canyon
Page 12-13
125,000
ReadersMont
hly
Casinos
Page 34
RV Resorts &
Campgrounds
Page 43-46
Mexico
Page 37
Four Corners
Region
Page 20-21
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Tourist News
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STATEWIDEAZPAGE2
MAY 2003
A
Z
Tourist News

During the month of
May in Arizona as the cacti
bloom and colors prevail
along the interstate high-
ways, we celebrate Spring\u2019s
premier holiday, Memorial

Day.This year\u2019s Memorial
Day brings us cause to cele-
brate. With our ongoing

success let us take particular
note of the sacrifices others have made in
the past and pay tribute to our troops cur-
rently in harm\u2019s way. I hope we all look
for a flag to wave in pride of our commit-
ment to life and liberty.

That said, on to the great \u201cfun in the
sun\u201d in our wonderful grand state of
Arizona. Remember, it is only a short time
before we are in the midst of our annual
heat wave. So while you sit comfortably
in your favorite arm chair, pick up AZ
Tourist News and see what is out there.

You will be overwhelmed with the
\u201cwow\u201d factor. If you didn\u2019t know, the
wow factor is something our readership
has given us by nature of their own com-
ments to us. "Wow, there is a lot of infor-
mation in this publication.\u201d \u201cWow, I did-

n\u2019t know so much about Arizona even
though I have lived here for years."

Now, after you sift through the plenti-
ful and interesting information - having
chosen the area of the state you look to
enjoy and having identified the events that
appeal to you - it is time to make a com-
mitment. Get on the phone to one of the
many hotels, B&B\u2019s, or resorts we list that
will support your travels.

Much of the information you find in
AZ Tourist News simply cannot be found
elsewhere unless you know to look for it
and then take the effort to find it. Each
month over 200,000 readers learn about
Arizona, much of which is an inspiration
to them.

In the April issue we invited readers to
enter the AZ Tourist News Contest with
the prize of an exciting getaway to beauti-
ful Sedona. Congratulations to our winner
- Shirley S. Helsel of Tucson, AZ. Look
for May\u2019s contest on page 29 of this

paper.

Our cover this month focuses on
\u201cSummer Escapes\u201d to some of Arizona\u2019s
great destinations... Sedona, Prescott,
Pinetop-Lakeside and Williams. With his-
tory, culture, outdoor recreation and excit-

ing events, they will beckon to all those
looking to vacation closer to home this
year. Be sure to check out the Red Rock
Fine Art & Wine Festival in Sedona and
the Spring Festival of Fine Arts & Crafts
in Prescott.

Other regions offer enticing festivals
also. Our featured events include a cele-
bration of Hispanic culture, Cinco de
Mayo Days in Willcox; the Theodore
Roosevelt School Pow Wow in Fort
Apache and Jerome\u2019s Historic Home &
Building Tour. There are many more
events throughout Arizona - something for

everyone!

We are beginning a new feature in the
paper this month - Arizona Itineraries.
These helpful groupings of attractions and
locales will make your travel planning
easier. We hope you enjoy this section and
find it useful. Arizona has SO much to
offer... make this the year that you \u201ctravel
Arizona\u201d - you\u2019ll be glad you did!

Ciao,
Anthony Venuti,
Publisher
Letter from the Publisher

To reach an account executive, associate editor or to contact the editor or publisher, call (800) 462-8705. Any editorial portion of AZ Tourist News may not be dupli- cated without written permission from the Publisher. AZ Tourist News \u00a9 2003. 50,000 copies distributed monthly. Look for us at visitors centers, hotels, resorts, movie the- aters, restaurants, major attractions, major events, and everywhere else in Arizona!

Submissions of Articles & Press
Releases: Deadline May 15, 2003.
Fax (520) 622-7275. Press releases,
etc. are always welcomed.
Az Tourist News, P.O. Box 5083,

Tucson, AZ, 85703. (800) 462-8705
Toll Free (520) 624-2897, (520) 622-
7275 Fax, email info@aztourist.com,

www.aztourist.com
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Publisher/Editor
Anthony Venuti
Managing Editor
Charlis McVey
Art Director
Alaena Hernandez
Associate Editor
Pam Marlowe
Associate Editor-
Tric Ortiz
Travel Director
Associate Editor
Deb McQueen
Associate Editor
Jessica Fielding
Travel Coordinator
Associated Editor
Frank Maldonado
Regional Editor
Julie Ann Zolfo
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Kate Seymour
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\u2022 Arizona City C of C
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\u2022 Black Canyon C of C
\u2022 Benson/San Pedro Valley C of C
\u2022 Bisbee C of C
\u2022 Bouse C of C
\u2022 Buckeye C of C
\u2022 Bullhead Area C of C
\u2022 Camp Verde C of C

\u2022 Carefree/Cave Creek C of C

\u2022 Chloride C of C
\u2022 Clarkdale C of C
\u2022 Coolidge C of C
\u2022 Copper Basin C of C

\u2022 Cottonwood/Verde Valley C of C

\u2022 Dolan Springs C of C
\u2022 Douglas C of C
\u2022 Ehrenberg C of C
\u2022 Eloy C of C
\u2022 Flagstaff C of C
\u2022 Globe-Miami C of C
\u2022 Golden Valley C of C
\u2022 Graham County C of C
\u2022 Grand Canyon C of C
\u2022 Greater Florence C of C
\u2022 Greenlee County C of C

\u2022 Green Valley C of C
\u2022 Holbrook C of C
\u2022 Jerome C of C
\u2022 Kingman C of C
\u2022 Lake Havasu C of C
\u2022 Marana C of C
\u2022 Metropolitan Tuc. CVB
\u2022 McMullen Valley C of C
\u2022 Oatman C of C
\u2022 Page/Lake Powell C of C
\u2022 Pearce/Sunsites C of C
\u2022 Phoenix C of C
\u2022 Pinetop-Lakeside C of C

\u2022 Rim Country C of C
\u2022 Sedona/Oak Creek Canyon C of C

\u2022 Seligman C of C
\u2022 Snowflake/Taylor C of C
\u2022 Southwest Valley C of C
\u2022 Springerville C of C
\u2022 St. Johns C of C
\u2022 Tombstone C of C
\u2022 Wickenburg C of C
\u2022 Willcox C of C
\u2022 Williams C of C
\u2022 Winslow C of C
\u2022 Yarnell-Peeples Valley C of C

\u2022 Yuma C of C
\u2022 Yuma CVB
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Astronomy....................................................................................................31 Attractions..............................................................................................32-33 Az Tourist News Partners..........................................................................47 Birdwatching.................................................................................................31 Casinos..........................................................................................................34 Central Arizona.......................................................................................17-19

Colorado River Region..................................................................................16

Events, Featured..........................................................................................24 May Events.............................................................................................26 June Events.............................................................................................27 July Events..............................................................................................28

A Month of Sundays................................................................................29 Ongoing Events.........................................................................................29 Sports Events............................................................................................30

Four Corners Region................................................................................20-21 Grand Canyon.............................................................................................12-13 Guest and Dude Ranches.............................................................................38 Itineraries..................................................................................................22-23 Lodging............................................................................................................42 Mexico.............................................................................................................37 Native American Culture........................................................................35-36

Northland..................................................................................................9-15

Outdoors Arizona..........................................................................................39 Public Lands..............................................................................................40-41 Rim Country....................................................................................................18 RV Resorts & Campgrounds...................................................................43-46 Statewide Map.........................................................................................24-25 Southern Az...................................................................................................5-8 Tombstone........................................................................................................5 Travel Briefs - International, National & Regional....................................4 Travel Writers................................................................................................42 Visitors Centers..............................................................................................47 White Mountains.......................................................................................10-11

News Release April 2003
Media Contact: Erika Breckel
Sierra Vista Convention & Visitors Bureau

Phone: (520) 417-6960/(800)288-3861
Fax: (520) 417-6962
Email:erika@visitsierravista.com
Visit: www.visitsierravista.com
Good Afternoon Charlis!

Great event in Sierra Vista! I don't know if
you have the space in the next issue to run
this - or if you'd like someone to visit and
write about it - as always, I appreciate your
help. Erika. By the way, after my
Environmental Operations Park article/bird-
watching ran in the AZ Tourist News, I've
rec'd calls!

_____________________________________ From: Gary Lutynski lutynski@sbcglobal.net Date: Sun, 23 Mar 2003

Subject: shopping info!!
Hello, I was just curious if there are any
shopping malls near Yuma Arizona? If so,

how far and what malls? Also, I would like to know what stores are in the malls. Sorry I am asking a lot but I really need to know.

Thanks a lot!!
You can contact rlutynski86@juno.com
Sincerely, Rachel L.
_____________________________________

From: ROKLAYDEE@aol.com
Date: Fri, 14 Mar 2003
Subject: kayaking

My 13 year old coming to visit grand
daughter wants to go kayaking and hiking.
Can you suggest places for Kayaking. I live
near Tucson... hiking is easy to find but
...kayaking??? Help.
P.S. She's very athletic.

_____________________________________
From: Gillian Dorfman tveusa@together.net
Date: Tue, 18 Mar 2003
Subject: Arizona
Dear Representative,

Our teacher is taking us on an adventure
around the world. Part of this project includes
a fun adventure to your state. Could you
please send me information on Arizona?
Please mail this to:
Luke Dorfman
70 Yacht Haven Drive, Shleburne, VT05482

CONTEST UPDATE

Inadvertently we listed one incorrect clue
in our Az Tourist News Getaway Contest.
\u201c4606 E. Grant\u201d was NOT in the April paper.
Thanks to all our contestants who so carefully
hunted for the businesses and submitted
entries. Our winner is Shirley S. Helsel of
Tucson, AZ. We also congratulate Gloria
O\u2019Malley for her persistence (see letter
below) and will be sending her tickets to the
Broadway Palm Dinner Theater in Mesa as a
consolation prize. Our May contest is to be
found on page 29 - GOOD LUCK everyone!

Dear AZ Tourist News,

I know I didn\u2019t win since I am missing
one name: 4606 E. Grant. But I have to tell
you that I went over EVERYINCH of your
paper \u2013 not once, not twice, but four times
(even using a flashlight). Now I\u2019m on a mis-
sion \u2013 I have included a self addressed
stamped envelope, and if at all possible, could
you write back where the heck it is in the

paper?
Thank you, Gloria O\u2019Malley
P.S. At least I now know everything that\u2019s
going on in this state!
Emails to the Editor
EVENT SUBMISSION GUIDELINES:

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by Charlis McVey

The time has come again to think of
summer vacation - the longed for high-
light of the school year, that oh-so-wel-
come break from work. For some, several
mini getaways are preferred... to refresh
mind and body throughout the season.
Whatever your style, you\u2019ll be wondering
where to go... and with all the uncertain-
ties in the world, considering staying
close to home. We are blessed in Arizona
with world-class destinations... read on
and take your pick.

Sedona\u2019s famous Red Rock landscape

of brilliantly colored cliffs and spires cre-
ates a glorious setting for this small town
of artists, galleries, boutiques and restau-
rants. Jeep tours, air tours and horseback
riding adventures are available. Outdoor
enthusiasts relish the
mild climate and hiking,
camping and fishing in
the surrounding forests.
Others come to seek the
spiritual and alternative
healing practitioners
who have gathered here.

Memorial Day
Weekend is an especial-
ly good time to come to
Sedona as you will be
able to take in theRed

Rock Fine Art & Wine
Festivalfrom May 23-
26. Held on the grounds

of the Sedona Cultural
Park, the show features
award-winning artists from across the
country, excellent wines from around the
world, Oak Creek Brewery\u2019s own fine
beers and a selection of mouth watering
foods from regional restaurants. Live
musical entertainment will grace the stage
and the Phoenix Symphony Orchestra
will also perform at the park.

Another well-rounded destination is
Prescott, surrounded by natural beauty

around a historic downtown notable for
the famous Whiskey Row and an eclectic
array of galleries, boutiques and restau-
rants. The Sharlot Hall, Phippen and
Smoki museums display western art and
the history of the area. Nearby lakes pro-

vide kayaking, canoeing and fishing
opportunities and there are over
450 miles of trails for hiking,
biking, horseback riding and
off-road adventures. Five area
golf courses are well designed
and affordable. Horse racing at
Yavapai Downs and gaming at
Bucky\u2019s and Yavapai Casinos
also attract visitors.

Welcoming you to
Prescott is the Hampton Inn,
whose friendly staff will make
your stay most enjoyable.
Among the many amenities
offered are exercise facilities,
indoor pool, whirlpool and even
a kiddie pool with water fea-
tures, guest laundry, meeting

rooms, free local phone calls, data ports
and voicemail, and a free Healthy Start
Breakfast Bar. Come and stay... you\u2019ll see
why this exceptional facility has received
the Circle of Excellence Award and Pride
Award each year since opening in 2000.

Our third destination isPinetop-
Lakeside. Located in the majestic White

Mountains, this is a favorite spot of out-
door enthusiasts - and anyone wishing to
escape the heat of the lower desert! Clean
air, Ponderosa Pines, myriad lakes and
streams and the superb White Mountain
TrailSystem, some of which is handicap
accessible, appeal to hikers, fishermen,
and just plain folks looking for a relaxing
retreat. Rent a bike, take a horseback ride
or play on two prime golf courses. Look
for hidden treasures in galleries and
antique shops. Nearby Hon-Dah Resort
Casino offers delicious dining, Las Vegas
style entertainment and Blackjack starting
May 13th.

Welcoming you to Pinetop-Lakeside is
Oakwood Inn Bed & Breakfast.

Located among towering pines and oak
trees at the edge of the Apache-Sitgreaves
National Forest, the inn offers four com-
fortable bedrooms with private baths, sep-

arate sitting areas and outside views of
the forest, an entertainment center, home-
cooked breakfasts and an afternoon
snack. Horse lovers, take note - Oakwood
Inn is giving FREE accommodations for
guests\u2019 horses throughout the year!

Another cool destination isWilliams,
nestled in the Kaibab National Forest at
6,800 feet. Known as the \u201cGateway to the
Grand Canyon,\u201d this historic Route 66
town is the boarding point for daily trips
to the South Rim on the Grand Canyon
Railway. Recreation opportunities in the
area include fishing lakes, hiking trails,
and a championship 18-hole golf course.
Take a walking tour and shop in the pic-
turesque downtown district. Numerous
events include the Cool Country Cruise-
In and Route 66 Festival in August and

Rendezvous Days- come along on May
23-25for the Buckskinners Black Powder
Shoot, arts & crafts vendors, live enter-
tainment, parade, carnival and much
more.
Your welcoming host in Williams is
Fairfield Inn, located just off I-40. Their
motto is \u201cYou Can Expect More\u201d and

they take pride in the services and ameni-
ties provided to their guests. Clean and
spacious rooms with views of Ponderosa
Pines, a free deluxe continental breakfast,
heated outdoor pool and whirlpool, televi-
sion with cable, safe deposit box, fax,
handicapped rooms and plenty of parking
are just some of the features of this
friendly hotel.

Sedona, Prescott, Pinetop and
Williams... four exceptional choices for

YOUR Arizona Summer Escape. Plan
now to make Arizona your summer vaca-
tion destination. For more information,
see the contact numbers below.

Sedona/Oak Creek Canyon
Chamber of Commerce,800-288-7336
Red Rock Fine Art & Wine Festival,
1-877-812-8223
Prescott Chamber of Commerce,
1-800-266-7534
Hampton Inn, Prescott,928-443-5500,
1-800-HAMPTON (426-7866)
Pinetop-Lakeside Chamber
of Commerce,1-800-573-4031
Oakwood Inn B&B,
1-800-959-8098
Williams-Grand Canyon Chamber
of Commerce,1-800-863-0546
Fairfield Inn, Williams,
928-635-9888
MAY 2003
STATEWIDE AZ PAGE 3
A
Z
Tourist News
SEDONA
MAY 11 SEDONAMothers Day Concert

Sedona Heritage Museum - Sedona Concert Band. Optional
lunch can be purchased at 1p. Concert 2-3p. Concert free &
adm to museum is waved for concert-goers, BYO chair. 928-

282-7038
MAY 16-24 SEDONASedona Open Studios Tour

"A journey into the HeART of Sedona" - weekends of May
16th & 24th. 30 studios will be open 10a-5p on Sat's & Sun's
w/roving musicians. sedonaartistscoalition.org, 928-203-0430

MAY 23-26 SEDONARed Rock Fine Art & Wine Festival

Sedona Cultural Park - Fine art show and sale, wine tasting,
held in conjunction with the Phoenix Symphony Orchestra per-
formances at the Park. Fri: 10a-6p, Sat/Sun: 9a-3p, Mon: 10a-
5p, $5 adm. 928-284-9627

MAY 24-26 SEDONASedona Arts & Crafts Show

Bell Rock Plaza presents wonderful, exciting new art from
about 25 artists and craftsmen, paintings, photography, jewelry,
pottery and more, 10-5 daily, free. 928-284-9627

MAY 24-JUN 1 SEDONA
Annual Sedona Chamber Music Festival

Cultural Park - 6 concerts & a Gala Fundraising Dinner.
Concerts feature the Amadeus Trio, R. Carlos Nakai & the
William Eaton Ensemble. Call for details: 928-204-2415

PRESCOTT AREA
MAY 10 PRESCOTT VALLEYBattle of the Bands
Prescott Valley Ampitheater - 6 bands, food vendor, beer,
$3/adm Mothers are free, 3p-9p. 928-772-8857
MAY 10-11 PRESCOTT
Spring Festival of Fine Arts & Crafts

Courthouse Plaza - 170+ of the finest artisans from around the West, student art gallery, demonstrations, free adm, Sa 9-5, Su 10-4. www.mountainartistsguild.org, 928-445-2510

MAY 24-26 PRESCOTTOff Street Festival
Washington School, 300 E. Gurly St - Arts, crafts, 9a-5p, free.
800-266-7534
MAY 24-26 PRESCOTT
Phippen Museum Fine Art Show & Sale

National juried fine art show, 8 medium categories reflecting fine art of the American West. www.phippenartmuseum.org, 928-778-1385

JUN 4 PRESCOTT VALLEYWorld Arts Festival

Prescott Valley Civic Center - Celebrate the amazing diversity & breadth of cultures throughout the world with music, art & food, free, 9a-9p. 928-772-9207

JUN 7-8 PRESCOTTFolk Arts Fair

Sharlot Hall Museum - Traditional folk arts like soap & candle- making, blacksmithing, quilting, woodcarving, spinning, weav- ing, hands on crafts, music. 10a-5p, donation. 928-445-3122

PINETOP
MAY 13-17 PINETOPBest of the West Fine Arts Show

Hon-Dah Resort Casino - The Nation\u2019s top 25 western artists,
charity event for Reservation teen center, various activities,
various prices. www.diamondwestgallery.com, 800-929-8744

MAY 24-25 PINETOPMulti-Cultural Dance Festival
Hon-Dah Resort Festival Grounds - Multi-cultural dance
groups from Asia, Africa, Europe & more. Plus arts/crafts Sat.
night. www.hon-dah.com, 928-369-7568
JUN 7-8 PINETOPHon-Dah Pow Wow in the Pines

Hon-Dah Resort Casino - Tribes will compete in fancy dance,
grass dance, etc; $15,600+ prize money. Arts, crafts, food.
Gourd dancing 11a, Grand Entry 12p. $5. 800-929-8744

WILLIAMS
MAY 23-25 WILLIAMSRendezvous Days

Celebrate the Town's western heritage w/black powder shoot &
competitions, 1800's crafts at Buckskinner Park, carnival &
parade, arts, food, street entertainment & dance. 928-635-1418;

800-863-0546
JUN 1-AUG 10 WILLIAMSSummer Series Rodeo

Rodeo Grounds - Six 2-day weekends featuring bareback, team
roping, saddle bronc, calf roping, barrel racing, bull riding.
www.williamschamber.com, 928-635-1418

6558 Wagon Wheel Lane, Pinetop-Lakeside
1-800-959-8098 \u2022 928-537-3030
www.oakwoodinnbandb.com

\u2022 Free Healthy Start Breakfast Bar
\u2022 Free Local Calls, Data Ports & Voicemail
\u2022 Hair Dryers, Irons & Boards, Coffee Makers in Rooms
\u2022 Meeting Rooms with Audio Equipment Available
\u2022 Indoor Pool, Whirlpool, Kiddie Pool with Water Features
\u2022 Exercise Facilities & Guest Laundry

From I-17: West on Hwy 69, approx. 30 miles make a left on Lee Blvd.,
we are 1 block to the left. From I-40: South on Hwy 89 approx. 40 miles
then left on Hwy 69, go 3 miles, make a right on Lee Blvd.
3453 Ranch Drive, Prescott, Az 86303
928-443-5500\u2022 Fax 928-443-5505
www.hamptonprescott.com \u2022 www.hampton-inn.com
Toll Free Reservations:1-800-HAMPTON(426-7866)
928.635.9888
www.fairfieldinn.com/flgwl

\u2022 Free Continental Breakfast
\u2022 Outdoor Pool & Spa
\u2022 Mountain Views

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