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SOUTHERN ARIZONADISCOVER
HERITAGE, HISTORY & HIGH SONORAN DESERT
A PUBLICATION OF THE GREEN VALLEY NEWS & THE NOGALES INTERNATIONAL
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SOUTHERN ARIZONADISCOVERA PUBLICATION OF THE GREEN VALLEY NEWS & THE NOGALES INTERNATIONAL
WELCOME ......................................................................................................6GOLF ............................................................................................................10BIRDING ......................................................................................................18HIKING ....................................................................................................... 24BIKING ....................................................................................................... 32ASTRONOMY ............................................................................................... 38AMBOS NOGALES ......................................................................................... 42SONOITAELGIN ........................................................................................ 52PATAGONIA .................................................................................................. 62RIO RICO ..................................................................................................... 66TUBAC ........................................................................................................ 70TUMACACORI ............................................................................................... 78AMADO ....................................................................................................... 82ARIVACA ..................................................................................................... 86BUENOS AIRES ............................................................................................. 88GREEN VALLEY ............................................................................................. 90SAHUARITA ..................................................................................................94DESTINATIONS ............................................................................................. 98ICON .........................................................................................................104BUSINESS LISTINGS ....................................................................................107
Pam Mox, Publisher
18705 S. I-19 Frontage Rd., Ste. 125, Green Valley, AZ 85614
P.O. Box 567, Green Valley, AZ 85614, Green Valley, AZ 85622
www.gvnews.com
Manuel Coppolar, Publisher
268 W. View Point Drive,
Nogales, AZ 85621
www.nogalesinternational.com
EDITED BY ............................................................Dan Shearer,
Manuel Coppola
& Karen Walenga
DESIGN & LAYOUT BY ..........................Graham Harrington
ON THE COVER ..............................................Tubac sculpture
photographed by
Jerry Marrion
Special thanks to all of the area photogra-
phers who submitted photos of the Santa
Cruz Valley
The entire contents of Discover Southern Arizona are Copyrighted by the
Green Valley News & Sun and the Nogales International. No portion produced
by the Green Valley News & Sun and the Nogales International may be re-
produced or reprinted in whole or in part, by any means without the written
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SOUTHERN ARIZONADISCOVER
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Visitors are drawn here annually for the very reasons many
of us call this home mild winters, abundant recreational
opportunities, and a vibrant and fascinating history that
lends this region its character.
Its been inhabited by humans for millennia, going
back to the Hohokam in pre-Columbian times. Indigenous
groups of Native Americans still reside here in their an-
cient homeland.
But it was in the mid-1700s when the word Arizona first appeared
in a letter referring to a lush valley on the Mexican side of the border
southwest of Nogales, where several varieties of oak trees thrived. By
then, Basque sheep herders had moved into the area. One area historian
maintained the word derives from the Basque words aritz (oak) and ona
(good) or the good oaks.
WELCOME WHAT SUNSHINE IS TO FLOWERS, SMILES ARE TO HUMANITY, WROTE THE POET AND PLAYWRIGHT JOSEPH ADDISON. SOUTHERN ARIZONA HAS ALL OF THE ABOVE, AND MUCH MORE.
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According to archeologists, the Santa Cruz Valley is one of
the longest inhabited places in North America. Evidence of pre-
historic cultures and their achievements in agriculture, canal
building, pottery and villages abound. Their influence, as well as
that of the Spaniards, Basques, Mexicans and Anglos, is found in
the early Spanish colonial missions, mines, sprawling ranches,
ghost towns, frontier outposts and artist colonies.
The Santa Cruz Valley, which includes the communities of
Nogales, Rio Rico, Carmen, Tumacacori, Tubac, Amado, Green
Valley and Sahuarita, takes its name from the Santa Cruz River,
which runs underground most of the year.
The valley supports a great diversity of mammal species, in-
cluding black bear, bobcat, coyote and mountain lion. White-
tailed deer, mule deer and javelina are common, and pronghorn
antelope were reintroduced to the valley in the 1950s. The river
basin is also habitat for the Mexican gray wolf that had been
killed off in the area and has made a comeback after recent in-
troduction efforts.
Birding enthusiasts flock to this area to get a peek at the abun-
dance of birds that inhabit the valley and waterfowl that migrate
through in the spring and fall. Madera Canyon and the Patago-
nia-Sonoita Creek Preserve are world-renowned birding spots.
A visit to Santa Cruz County is not complete without a wine-
tasting tour to some or all of the many vineyards that have devel-
oped in and around the Sonoita-Elgin area since 1979.
Head west and experience la frontera or border in Nogales,
where Mexico and United States culture is curiously inter-
twined.
Discover the duty-free shops near the international line down-
town where you can purchase tequila or other favorite spirits,
perfumes, electronics and cigarettes tax free in exchange for
walking the items about a block across the border back into the
United States.
The village of Tubac, meanwhile, is where art and history
meet, offering one of the largest outdoor annual art festivals
in the United States with more than 300 annual exhibitors. The
oldest European settlement in Arizona, it has undergone several
transitions from a military fort for Spanish soldiers, to a frontier
colony besieged by Apaches, to a modern-day artists colony and
shopping mecca featuring a south-of-the-border rustic ambiance
and charm.
Both the stately Mission San Xavier del Bac, the White Dove
of the Desert, and the mission at Tumacacori National Histori-
cal Park have Spanish roots, built as part of an extensive chain
of missions under the direction of Jesuit and Franciscan priests
and Native Americans in the early 1700s.
This 21st anniversary edition of Discover Southern Arizona
magazine takes you through some of these distinctive attrac-
tions and communities through a mix of editorial content and
colorful photography.
PLEASE ENJOY!
ONE AREA HISTORIAN MAINTAINED THE WORD DERIVES FROM THE BASQUE WORDS ARITZ (OAK) AND ONA (GOOD) OR THE GOOD OAKS.
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TUBAC FOLKLORICO / CARL H. SPARFELD
DESERT FLORA / LAUREN HILLQUIST
DESERT FLORA / LAUREN HILLQUIST
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More than 60 courses from the Mexican border to
the Santa Catalina Mountains at Tucsons north end
offer a year-round array of choices for those de-
voted to the game.
From luxury resort settings to municipal and
neighborhood links, beginners, pros and those in
between will find traditional layouts and true desert
challenges.
GREAT WEATHER, FABULOUS SCENERY AND A WEALTH OF COURSES MAKE SOUTHERN ARIZONA A PARADISE FOR GOLFERS.
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SANTA CRUZ VALLEY COURSES ATTRACT RESIDENTS AND VISITING GOLFERS TO SITES AT A LITTLE HIGHER ELEVATION THAN TUCSON. THEY INCLUDE:
1 San Ignacio North Golf Club, 1401 W. Calle Urbano, fea-tures a challenging, yet inviting 6,610-yard Dave Bennett de-
sign. This championship public course features an 18-hole,
par-72 layout. Mesquite trees can be found along the contoured
fairways. Generous lay-up areas make the course very playable
for all abilities.
520-648-3468
2 Canoa Ranch Golf Club, 5800 S. Camino del Sol, is a great example of how the Southwestern desert can be transformed
into a golfers paradise without destroying the beauty of the
surrounding native land. Canoa Ranch, designed by Schmidt-
Curley, boasts dramatic elevation changes, strategic bunkering
and spectacular views of Elephant Head peak in the Santa Rita
Mountains. This 18-hole, public course is a par 71. Club member-
ships also are available.
520-393-1966, canoaranchgolfcourse.com
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Airport3 Del Lago Golf Club, at 14155 E. Via Rancho Del Lago in Vail, was built by Nugent Golf Associates at an elevation of
3,400 feet. This 18-hole, public course winds its way through
the high desert, with spectacular views of the backside of the
Rincon Mountains and Santa Catalinas. Except for the 1st hole,
which has the courses only forced carry, del Lago is par-72 and
is golfer-friendly off the tees. Seven lakes come into play on six
holes, affecting a variety of shots.
520-647-1100, dellagogolf.net
4 Haven Golf Course, 110 N. Abrego Drive, features an 18-hole, par-72 course, along with its 9-hole Tortuga course, a par
3. Haven is Green Valleys original golf course and the busiest
one in town, says General Manager Greg Chesney. It is open to
the public and features a traditional style with tree-lined fair-
ways, lakes and mountain views.
520-625-4281, www.havengolf.com
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5 Kino Springs Golf Course, on the eastern edge of Nogales, Ariz., is on the historic Estancia Yerba Buena Ranch, once
owned by Stewart Granger and Jean Simmons. A great escape,
Kino Springs is a 6,500-yard, par-71 course designed by Red
Lawrence. The 18-hole, semi-private course begins in gentle
meadowlands, then winds through spectacular canyon coun-
try. Bordered by mature pine trees, the last five holes offer great
views of the Santa Cruz River, open river country and equestrian
pastures.
800-732-5751, 520-287-8701, kinospringsgc.com
6 Quail Creek Golf Club, 1490 N. Quail Range Loop, offers 27 holes of championship golf, with a par 36 on all three nines.
Winding through the high Sonoran desert terrain with the
Santa Rita Mountains providing a panoramic backdrop, Quail
Creeks semi-private championship course makes every round
memorable for all levels of players, including beginners.
520-393-5802, www.robson.com
7Rio Rico Country Club, the first one that Robert Trent Jones Sr. designed more than 40 years ago, has matured into a clas-
sic. Fairways are lined with shade trees, no homes are along the
course, and the paralleling holes are grassed tee to green, so no
desert carries here. With five sets of tees, this course sets up well
for all levels of skill. The bent grass greens are some of the best
in Southern Arizona.
520-281-1901, 1-800-288-4746,
www.esplendor-resort.com/rio-rico-golf
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8 San Ignacio South Golf Club, 4201 S. Camino Del Sol, is a 6,704-yard, par-71 Arthur Hills-designed course. Each fairway
is defined by the natural landscape and abundance of mesquite
trees. Considered by some to be the best little golf secret in Ari-
zona, San Ignacio South offers a number of holes that could eas-
ily be designated as signature in nature. The 522-yard, par-five
13th hole claims the top honor. This 18-hole, public course also
offers memberships.
520-648-3468, www.sanignaciogolfclub.com
9 Torres Blancas Golf Club, 3223 S. Abrego Drive, offers an 18-hole championship course designed by Lee Trevino, Ocampo
and Fernandez, that meanders through charming neighbor-
hoods and breath-taking scenery. The par-72 course comes
with three lakes, numerous sand traps and generous, undulat-
ing greens. Four sets of tees offer a challenge to golfers of all
abilities. This semi-private course offers joint memberships with
Canoa Ranch Golf Course.
(520) 625-5200, www.torresblancasgolf.com
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10Tubac Golf Resort, at 1 Avenue de Otero Road just north of the historic village of Tubac, was made famous by Kevin Cost-
ners 1996 movie Tin Cup. Designed with 18 holes by renowned
golf course architect Robert Red Lawrence in 1959, local golf
course architect Ken Kavanaugh added nine new holes in 2006.
All three nines offer lush fairways, lined with stately old growth
cottonwoods and mesquites. With four tee boxes at each hole,
you can choose your length. Par is 71/72 at this semi-private
resort course.
520-398-2211, tubacgolfresort.com/golf/
11 Tucson municipal golf courses are Randolph, Dell Urich, El Rio, Fred Enke and Silverbell. The Old Pueblo area also is
home to these courses and more: Saddlebrooke, Vistoso, El Con-
quistador, Dove Mountain, Omni Tucson, Arizona National,
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WITH SOUTHEASTERN ARIZONA RATED THE THIRD-BEST BIRDING DESTINATION IN THE UNITED STATES, ITS NO WONDER SERIOUS BIRDERS TRAVEL HERE AS THEY COMPILE THEIR LIFE LISTS.
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Resident and visiting winged wonders in this locale
include 15 species of hummingbirds, the Elegant
Trogon, Sulphur-bellied Flycatcher, Black-capped
Gnatcatcher, Flame-colored Tanager and 36 spe-
cies of wood warblers. Altogether, more than 256
species of birds have been documented in the re-
gion.
With its mountain ranges, forests, riparian ar-
eas and wetlands, plus a few lakes, the Santa Cruz Valley and
environs is the heart of Southern Arizonas migratory bird fly-
way.
The best months for birding here are March through Septem-
ber, so bring your binoculars and a birding guide book along to
these hot spots:
On 17 acres of lush riparian habitat, set against the beautiful
backdrop of the Santa Rita Mountains, youll find the Amado
Territory Ranch. The ranch also home to an inn, restaurant,
artists studios and more is a year-round birding destina-
tion. You may spot such species as the Vermillion Flycatcher,
Broad-Billed Rufous Hummingbird, Lesser Nighthawk, Coopers
Hawk, Northern Cardinal and Red-Naped Sapsucker. Enjoy the
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great outdoors as you explore the garden areas alive with blos-
soming flowers, chirping birds, butterflies, and an occasional
squirrel.
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Fall through spring are peak times to spot dozens of varieties
of winged beauties along the Juan Bautista de Anza National
Historic Trail. The Southern Arizona portion of this 1,210-mile
trail runs north from Nogales through Rio Rico, Tumacacori to
Tubac, on to Green Valley and up through Tucson. A birding
group from the Anza Trail Coalition of Arizona heads out weekly
to enjoy sightings ranging from hawks, doves and sparrows in
the winter to flycatchers, warblers and tanagers in the spring.
520-841-6944, anzatrail.com
Buenos Aires National Wildlife Refuge, covering 118,000 acres,
is home to more than 325 bird species, including the Masked
Bobwhite Quail, gray hawk, Kearneys bluestar and southwest-
ern willow flycatcher. Many birds are drawn to the wetlands
at the Arivaca Cienega, which includes a 1.25-mile loop over a
board walk and path just east of Arivaca. Another favorite spot
is Arivaca Creek, which meanders one mile along the seasonal
stream beneath towering cottonwoods two miles west of Arivaca.
Arivaca Cienega Bird Walks are led by Audubon Society mem-
bers every Saturday morning, November through April, for free.
Meet at the trailhead at 8 a.m. Also, the Buenos Aires Christmas
Bird Count is part of a nationwide census of wintering birds.
Teams survey a 15-mile circle on the refuge, tallying as many
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species and individual birds as possible. In addition, the refuge
sponsors a spring migration count on or near the second Sat-
urday in May.
520-823-4251 ext. 116 or 520-405-5665,
www.friendsofbanwr.org/ or
fws.gov/southwest/refuges/arizona/buenosaires/
A must for avid birders is a visit to Madera Canyon in the Santa
Rita Mountains. It is among the most famous birding hot-spots
in the country, drawing visitors from around the world. Just
east of Green Valley, the sky island of Madera Canyon rises
from the desert floor and is home to more than 250 species of
birds, including 15 hummingbird species and such avian special-
ties as the Elegant Trogon, Elf Owl, Sulphur-bellied Flycatcher,
and Painted Redstart. Birders can stay in the thick of things at
a Forest Service campground or cabin, or at one of three private
inns/bed and breakfasts right in the canyon.
www.friendsofmaderacanyon.org.
Great blue herons, a mix of water fowl and more can be spotted
at Patagonia Lake State Park. This 265-acre lake is between the
city of Nogales and the town of Patagonia. The adjacent Sonoita
Creek State Natural Area draws more than 275 resident and mi-
gratory bird species. Bird walks are held Mondays and Fridays
at 9 a.m. from late October through mid-April. Meet at the Bird-
ing Trailhead at the east end of the campground.
520-287-6965 or 520-287-2791, azstateparks.com
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Patagonia-Sonoita Creek Preserve is a haven for birders, with
trails running along perennial streams. This Nature Conser-
vancy Preserve, at an elevation of 4,000 feet just outside the town
of Patagonia, is best known for the 300 bird species observed
there. Visitors walking along Sonoita Creek may see the canyon
towhee, Inca dove, vermilion flycatcher, black vulture, and sev-
eral species of hummingbirds. The best months for birding here
are March through September.
520-394-2400, www.nature.org
The Audubon Cooperative Sanctuary Program for Golf Courses
includes Rio Rico Golf Resort, which has partnered with Audu-
bon International to achieve ACSP certification. The program
helps golf courses enhance wildlife habitats and protect natural
resources. One of the golf resorts first initiatives was to install
its first 12 bird nesting boxes around the golf course. Golfers
are encouraged to bring binoculars, along with their golf clubs,
as the course draws more than 40 species of year-round and
seasonal birds.
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From short nature paths to challenging ascents
and everything in between, here are some of the
regions best trails.
A hikers paradise can be found in the Coro-
nado National Forests Nogales Ranger District,
which includes the landmark Santa Rita Moun-
tains east of Sahuarita, Green Valley and Amado.
Also to the west northwest of Nogales are the Tuma-
cacori, Pajarito and Atascosa mountain ranges.
At the popular Madera Canyon Recreation Area, a pleas-
ant, short loop can be found along the Bog Springs and Kent
Springs trails. More experienced hikers can explore the Old
Baldy and Super trails, which lead up to Mount Wrightson,
the tallest peak in the Santa Ritas at 9,453 feet in elevation.
Other trails in the area include Florida Canyon, Greaterville
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and Sawmill Canyon, Crest and Armour Spring, and the Dutch
John.
To the south, closer to Mount Hopkins, experienced hikers are
drawn in cooler weather to the Quantrell Mine, Agua Caliente
and the steep Vault Mine trails.
Heading north into the Santa Ritas from the Patagonia area,
hikers can head out on the Walker Basin, Temporal Gulch and
Josephine Canyon trails. North of Sonoita, still in the Santa Ri-
tas, are the Cave Canyon and Gardner trails, and Chinaman Trail
in the Kentucky Camp area.
In the forest lands north of Nogales are the Atascosa, Syca-
more Canyon and Border trails. Check with the Coronado Na-
tional Forest for conditions here following the 2011 Murphy
wildfire. Use caution also, as this area also is frequented by im-
migrants crossing into the U.S. from Mexico.
Visit www.fs.fed.us/r3/coronado/forest/recreation/trails/
trails.shtml for details on any of the trails listed above.
Hikers often choose to trek along the Juan Bautista de Anza
National Historic Trail, which traces the route the Basque ex-
plorer took in 1776 while leading some 240 immigrants west to
Alta California.
Hikers, bicyclists and equestrians can use:
A 5.2-mile section in the Canoa Ranch area, just south of
Green Valley, that begins east of Interstate 19 on Elephant Head
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Road near the Santa Cruz River. The trail here is a packed sur-
face for foot and bicycle traffic. Equestrians can use the river
wash so as not to damage the trail.
A rather lush, 3.5-mile section that follows the river from the
presidio at Tubac to the mission at Tumacacori. This is one of the
more popular hikes in the Santa Cruz Valley and can be picked
up at well-marked trailheads at the mission and the presidio.
Hikers and horseback riders are likely to see the left-behind evi-
dence of illegal immigration along the trail, and the river itself
flows with reclaimed wastewater. Still, its a beautiful route, and
this mostly flat, easy trail is a great option for families. The trail
also extends north from Tubac for about a mile.
A five-mile one-way stretch of the trail near Rio Rico follows
the river and winds through mesquite forests. Take Interstate 19
exit 17, Rio Rico/Yavapai Drive. Cross the river to the west, then
turn left onto a gravel road and look for the trailhead sign.
At the Buenos Aires National Wildlife Refuge, the Arivaca
Cienega Trail offers a 1-1/4 mile loop over a boardwalk and path
just east of Arivaca. Also, the Arivaca Creek Trail meanders one
mile along a seasonal stream west of Arivaca. Branching off is
the five-mile Mustang Trail loop, a rugged trail that climbs El
Cerro, a small mountain with steep sections at the top.
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The refuges Brown Canyon features guided hikes, called
Brown Canyon Nature Walks, on the second and fourth Satur-
day, November through April. For cost and to register, phone
520-823-4251. This five-mile leisurely hike follows a sycamore-
lined stream in the lower reaches of the Baboquivari Mountains.
Climbing 700 feet in elevation, the trail reaches a natural bridge
in the upper canyon.
At Las Cienegas National Conservation Area, which includes
the historic Empire Ranch north of Sonoita, visitors can hike,
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view wildlife, bird watch, camp, picnic, mountain bike, ride
horseback, hunt, photograph and take scenic drives. It is home
to about 60 mammals, 230 birds, 43 reptiles and amphibians and
three native fish. Among them are the endangered Gila topmin-
now, lesser long-nosed bat, southwestern willow flycatcher, the
Chiricahua leopard frog and the Gila chub. Large game animals
include mule and white-tailed deer, pronghorn antelope, jave-
lina and mountain lion.
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eas/ncarea/lascienegas.html
Hiking with others is always wise. Groups to check out in-
clude:
Green Valley Recreations Hiking Club, which offers safe,
enjoyable, weekly hikes for GVR members.
520-399-9235, www.gvrhc.org
Every other week an experienced hiking guide takes the
Sahuarita Parks & Recreation Departments Hiking Club to local
trails. Its open to the public, and youll learn proper hiking tech-
niques as well as interesting facts about desert wildlife. Hikes
depart from Anamax Park Recreation Center every other Satur-
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LEISURELY BIKE RIDE IN GREEN VALLEY / KITTY BOTTEMILLER
In addition, mountain bikers recommend the West Desert Pre-
serve area west of Green Valley, the Kentucky Camp environs
in the eastern Santa Ritas, the hunters access road off Chavez
Siding Road north of Tubac, plus desert roads north of McGee
Ranch Road in the Sierrita Mountains and Marley Ranch be-
tween Amado and Arivaca.
Road bicyclists love Southern Arizona, too, including scenic,
smooth going on the frontage road along Interstate 19 south of
Green Valley.
Green Valley cyclists get together for group rides generally
on Tuesdays, Thursdays and Saturdays and meet at Green Val-
ley Recreations West Center by the tennis courts and elsewhere.
They ride to such destinations as Arivaca, Desert Diamond Ca-
sino, Madera Canyon, Tubac and Mission San Xavier del Bac.
For details on these group rides, visit the Santa Cruz Valley
Bicycle Advocate Committee at www.scvbac.org/rides.
To the north in Tucson, competitive road bikers turn out each
fall for Perimeter Bicyclings El Tour de Tucson. This 110-mile
bike race attracts more than 9,000 participants each November.
The largest perimeter cycling event in the country, El Tour has
courses ranging from 31 to 110 miles.
Along with hikers and birders, mountains bikers
can head out on portions of the Anza Trail, from
Rio Rico to Tumacacori and Tubac, and north to
Tucson.
Also, to the east in the Santa Rita Mountains,
endurance riders can tackle the 17-mile jeep
track/single-track Elephant Head Trail. It offers
a fast, and sometimes technical, ride through the
open desert and ends with a curvy, challenging descent.
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Also, Perimeter Bicycling offers the Tour of the Tucson Moun-
tains in April. The 73- and 27-mile courses are generally flat.
Phone 520-745-2033 or visit www.perimeterbicycling.com
In addition, road bicyclists can take part in the American Dia-
betes Associations 22nd annual Tour de Cure ride on March 3,
2013. Visit tour.diabetes.org.
Local pros and top amateurs also meet in Tucson on Satur-
day mornings for the Shootout Ride from FairWheel Bikes. The
ride starts out leisurely, then picks up the pace along Valencia
Road.
Bicyclists also can join in on the 34-mile McCain Loop route,
which begins in midtown Tucson at the campus of the Univer-
sity of Arizona and loops over scenic Gates Pass and through
Saguaro National Park. The ride takes bikers past downtown
and through sloping mountain passes to flat, fast roads near
Tucson Mountain Park.
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This desert regions dry climate, clear skies and mini-
mal nighttime lights have long earned Southern Ar-
izona the title of astronomy capital of the world.
Among the prestigious astronomical installations
here are the Fred Lawrence Whipple Observatory in
the Santa Rita Mountains, Kitt Peak National Obser-
vatory west of Tucson, the Mount Graham Interna-
tional Observatory near Safford, the University of
Arizona department of planetary sciences, and the UA Stewart
Observatory Mirror Laboratory.
Residents and visitors can tour some of these sites that bring
the heavens closer to us.
The Fred Lawrence Whipple Observatory is a world-re-
nowned facility atop Mount Hopkins, the second highest peak
in the Santa Rita Mountains.
Among its instruments is the 6.5-meter Multiple Mirror Tele-
scope, a joint project between the Smithsonian Institution and
the University of Arizona.
The MMT is one of four telescopes open for guided tours from
mid-March through November on a reserved-seating basis. All-
day tours begin at the Whipple visitor center at the base of the
mountain on Mondays, Wednesdays and Fridays at 9 a.m. and
last until 3 p.m., so bring along your lunch.
The Visitors Center near Amado is open 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.
Monday through Friday, There you can view a natural history
exhibit, models of the Whipple telescopes and galaxies, the his-
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tory of optical telescopes and more.
In addition, special Star Parties, featuring lectures and tele-
scopic viewing, are held quarterly at the center on a Saturday,
starting late in the afternoon.
A trailhead, rest rooms, and picnic area developed by the For-
est Service are just outside the main gate.
Amateur astronomers are invited to bring their telescopes to
the Astronomy Vista, a special observing site with concrete
pads and benches along a knoll at an elevation of 5000 feet, ap-
proximately 1.2 miles east of the Visitors Center on a paved road.
Here, within sight of the MMT, amateurs may take advantage of
the same clear, dark Arizona skies so important to professional
astronomers. Be aware that access to the telescope pads requires
climbing a short, but somewhat steep, unpaved trail.
520-879-4407, www.cfa.harvard.edu/flwo/
Kitt Peak National Observatory, perched atop a peak in the
Quinlan Mountains west of Tucson, is the home of research fa-
cilities for two divisions of the National Optical Astronomy Ob-
servatory.
The 6,875-foot-high site on the Tohono Oodham Nation is con-
sidered ideal for astronomical research because it is below the
clouds but above the dust and haze. The facility is home to the
worlds largest collection of optical telescopes 24 optical and
two radio telescopes representing eight astronomical research
institutions.
The Kitt Peak visitor center and museum shop are open daily
from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m., except Thanksgiving, Christmas, and New
Years. Guided tours are at 10 a.m., 11:30 a.m., and 1:30 p.m.,
and group tours are available by appointment. You also can star-
gaze at Kitt Peak by taking part in one of its Nightly Observing
Programs, or spend the night at a telescope with the Advanced
Observing Program.
A new offering is the special Daytime V.I.P. tour, spanning
four to five hours and intended for any group with a desire to
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learn more in-depth knowledge of the historic and scientifically
important observatories on Kitt Peak than the regular daytime
tours can offer.
Kitt Peak is 56 miles southwest of Tucson via State Route 86
(Ajo Highway) at an elevation of almost 7,000 feet. From the
highway, it is 12 miles up the mountain.
520-318-8732, www.noao.edu/kpno
Flandrau Planetarium on the University of Arizona cam-
pus offers telescope viewing, laser light shows, star parties, and
planetarium shows including Legends of the Night Sky, Tour-
ing the Planets, and Tucson Sky Tonight.
The planetarium, at 1601 E. University Blvd., also is home
to the University of Arizona Mineral Museum, featuring this
winter 100 Years of Arizonas Best: The Minerals That Made
The State,
Flandrau also has permanent exhibits on Mars: Up Close and
Personal, and Colliding Asteroids, plus a winter presentation
called Exploring Sky Islands.
Visitors also can observe the heavens through Flandraus 16-
inch telescope, available for free viewing Wednesday through
Saturday from 7 p.m. to 10 p.m. year-round.
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The two cities of Nogales in Arizona and Mex-
ico that share a name are beautifully inter-
twined through culture, language, business
and family ties.
The term used to refer to the border towns,
Ambos Nogales, means both or the two No-
galeses. The cities ties are deep-rooted, dating
to 1841 when Jose Elias Camou and his family
received a land grant from the Mexican government and
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of walnut trees known to locals as Los Nogales
de Elias, or Elias walnut trees.
When a land survey was taken after the Gads-
den Purchase in 1853, the government found
that Los Nogales had been divided by the in-
ternational line. Border or no border, the towns
kept the name in much the same way that those
blood ties, traditions and general way of life
could not be diminished by an arbitrary divid-
ing line.
In 2010, Mexico celebrated its 200th anniver-
sary of Independence and 100th anniversary of
its Revolution. Nogales, Ariz., joined in the cel-
ebration, but also joined the rest of Arizona in
the 100th anniversary of statehood celebrations
in 2012.
Until the middle of the 20th century, Ambos
Nogales was divided only by a chain link fence.
Historically, vehicles, products, services, ani-
mals and ideas crossed freely from one side to
the other.
It was also just as easy for Apache raiders to
pass through. The infamous Geronimo was once
held captive in La Caverna restaurant, a block
south of the border, which was destroyed by fire
in 1982.
The national and even international press has
been less than complimentary about Nogales
lately, focusing on illegal migration and drug
smuggling.
Violence is not new to this frontier. Execu-
tions, gunfights and destruction became routine
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throughout the Mexican Revolution of 1910-1920 in Nogales.
For the next 20 years, U.S. troops set up camp in the hills of No-
gales, Ariz., overlooking the valley of Nogales, Sonora.
In spite of infamy in the north of Mexico, the revolutionary
Pancho Villa and his cavalry were formally entertained by the
12th U.S. Infantry and Gen. John J. Pershing in Nogales on
Aug. 29, 1914.
During the revolution, Buffalo Soldiers were stationed at Camp
Stephen D. Little in Nogales. Many settled in the area, marrying
and having children with Mexican and Native American women,
adding to the cultural polyglot that has defined Nogales.
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SHOP NOGALEST
o experience Nogales, Ariz., stroll and shop along
the main street where merchandise is as diverse as
the culture.
The mix of retail businesses includes some still
owned and operated by descendants of such pioneer
families as the Brackers, Capins and Korys on the
original main street. Within the last 20 years, down-
town also has seen an influx of Korean merchants
offering everything from toys to tools, from artificial flowers to
aroma beads.
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The original Morley Avenue pedestrian border cross-
ing; Nasib Karam Park; Old Town Hall, home of the Pi-
meria Alta Historical Society; and Mazons old-fashioned
neighborhood grocery store are among the amenities
that create a unique urban flare.
History buffs can enjoy attractions such as the Santa
Cruz County Historic 1904 Courthouse and the varied
architectural styles of residences along Crawford Street,
Court Street and throughout the city.
A classic portico at the entry and a roof-top dome are
among the courthouses attributes. The buildings 2-
feet-thick walls are constructed of locally quarried
tufa stone, which was also used to construct many
of the areas early commercial structures and some
stately homes.
The building was in daily use by Santa Cruz County
government until 1989. It now houses a local branch
of Cochise College, a ranching museum operated by
the Santa Cruz Cowbelles and a law-enforcement mu-
seum manned by the Arizona Rangers. It was recently
designated as the symbolic U.S. trailhead for the Juan
Bautista de Anza National Historic Trail.
For more visitor information, call the Nogales Santa
Cruz County Chamber of Commerce at 520-287-3685.
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SONOITA ELGINA VALLEY TO ENJOY
Sloping out of the eastern side of the Santa Rita
Mountains, the prairie grasses ripple across the
wide valley surrounded by nine mountain ranges.
The elevation of 4,900 feet yields mild summers
and breathtaking scenery that beckons riders, hik-
ers and birders to this area, which is also home to
award-winning wineries.
ATTRACTIONS Kief Joshua Vineyard in Elgin offers an omelet bar on
Sundays as well as daily wine tasting. Bring your picnic lunch
to Sonoita Vineyard, taste the wines and sit out on the grass
overlooking the vineyard. Wine festivals are always popular
events. In all, there are 9 wineries open for tasting in the
Sonoita-Elgin area.
The historic Empire Ranch and Las Cienegas National
Conservation Area are open to the public for recreation and
tours. A visit to Kentucky Camp, a renovated gold mining
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camp in the foothills of the Santa Ritas, will take you back in
time to the heyday of mining in this area.
Arizona Horseback Experience offers local riding adven-
tures, and the Arizona Trail in the Santa Rita Mountains is a
favorite among hikers and birders.
La Hacienda de Sonoita bed & breakfast, the Sonoita Inn,
the Crown C Ranch, Rain Valley B&B and Xanadu offer a
variety of accommodations, ranging from traditional rooms
to casitas.
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Dining options include traditional steak dinners at the
Steak Out Restaurant, Italian meals at Viaggio Italiano, and
casual dining at the Ranch House Restaurant and The Cafe.
Shopping opportunities include High Noon Feed and Tack,
which offers Western gifts, animal feeds and gear. Buffalo Gals,
inside Sonoita Hardware, offers one-of-a-kind items and cards.
Sweet Rides has gifts and clothing for motorcycle enthusiasts
and Nizhoni Ranch Gallery offers museum-quality Navajo
rugs. Desert Legacy offers arts and home decorations.
A new and unique store, Sky Island, offers an array of
olive oils, featuring free tastings. For home-style baking,
visit Monikas Bakery and Caf, which just recently opened its
doors.
The Santa Cruz County Fairgrounds hosts a weekend of
horse racing and the annual quarter horse show in May, the
Sonoita Rodeo on Labor Day weekend, the county fair and a
ranch rodeo in September, and several other events throughout
the year.
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outheastern Arizonas popular wineries can
thank Gordon Dutt.
The retired soil scientist from the
University of Arizona demonstrated that
wine grapes could be grown successfully in
Southeastern Arizona.
Dutt first experimented with growing
wine grapes near Elgin in 1973. He planted
Arizonas first commercial vineyard in 1979, and is the
owner of Sonoita Vineyards. He proved that the areas soil
and climate were right for growing wine grapes.
Over the years, ten more vineyards have been estab-
lished in northeastern Santa Cruz County. All of them wel-
come visitors to their tasting rooms. Wine lovers should
allow the better part of a day to tour the wineries.
Many of the local wineries sell only at their tasting
room. Others have limited distribution in Arizona. Check
each winerys Web site for location and a listing of wines
available.
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WINERIES Dos Cabezas WineWorks has been producing wines in
Arizona since 1995. It won two Governors Choice awards in
2007. Their Viognier was awarded the Best Arizona White
and their El Norte the Best Arizona Red. 3248 Highway 82 in
Sonoita; 520-455-5141; www.DosCabezasWinery.com
Callaghan Vineyards produces rich, complex red and white
wines with Spanish and Mediterranean varietals. Founded in
1990, it has been honored by having its wines served three times
at the White House. In 2006, Arizona Gov. Janet Napolitano
designated Callaghan Vineyards one of Arizonas treasures.
336 Elgin Road; 520-455-5322;www.CallaghanVineyards.com
Canelo Hills Vineyard and Winery was established in 2003
on 10 acres south of Sonoita. Its 2007 Estate Tempranillo
received an 86 rating from Wine Spectator. It sold out. 343
Elgin Road south of Sonoita; 520-455-5499; www.canelohills-
winery.com
Four Monkey Wines produces wines called Naughty
Monkey, Playful Monkey, Cheeky Monkey and The Sinful
Monkey. The winery is located at 26 John Deere Road in Elgin
85611. 520-455-9309. Fourmonkeywine.com
Hannahas Hill Vineyard & Winery Arizona State Fair
awards: 2006 Best In Show Petite Sirah; 2007 Best In Show
Grenache Mourvedre Blend; 2008 Best In Show Petite
Sirah. Visits by appointment only. HC1 Box 651, Elgin, AZ
85611; www.hannahshill.com
Kief Joshua Vineyards, founded in 2005, has 10 varieties of
grapes under cultivation. Its first release was a 2008 Viognier.
It uses traditional winemaking methods of minimal interfer-
ence, open fermentation and barrel aging. 370 Elgin Road;
520-455-5582; www.kj-vineyards.com
Lightning Ridge Cellars, established in 2005, offers
wines based on the owners Italian heritage, including estate
wines made from Italian varietals: Sangiovese, Nebbiolo,
Montepulciano, Primitivo, Malvasia and Muscat Canelli. 2368
Highway 83 (Vaughn Loop road), Elgin; 520-455-5383; www.
lightningridgecellars.com
Rancho Rossa Vineyards produces about 1,200 cases of
wine each year from its 22-acre vineyard near Elgin. It special-
izes in ultra-premium dry varietal wines. The first vines were
planted in 2002. Six miles southeast of Sonoita on Elgin Road;
520-455-0700; www.Ranchorossa.com
Sonoita Vineyards offers wines ranging from crisp to
fruity to bold. In addition to its tasting room, the winery offers
tours and private party events such as weddings and recep-
tions. Just off of Highway 83 south of Elgin; 520-455-5893;
www.SonoitaVineyards.com
Village of Elgin Winery specializes in making wines from
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grapes grown in Arizona. It recently completed a study of wine
bottle closures and concluded that the Saranex Lined ROPP
(Roll-on pilfer-proof) Screw Cap is the best way to store, age
and preserve wine. So much so that it upgraded its bottling line
to solely bottle using ROPP caps. Corks had a failure rate 400
percent greater than the ROPP cap. 471 Elgin Road; 520-455-
9309; www.ElginWines.com
Wilhelm Family Vineyards, established in 2008, is the
newest addition to the Sonoita area wineries. Initial offerings
include four reds, two whites and one dessert red. Check the
Web site for Wine & Cheese Social events. 21 Mountain Ranch
Drive off of Lower Elgin road; 520-455-9291; wilhelmfamily-
vineyards.com
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While its origins date back to early mining
claims in the area, Patagonia has reinvent-
ed itself as an appealing arts community
and tourist destination.
Many of the early buildings of the town are
still in use as shops and residences, giving
the town an age-old ambiance. Be sure to
check out the Patagonia Library in Cady
Hall, a refurbished adobe hotel on Duquesne Street.
History buffs will enjoy exploring the nearby ghost towns
of Washington Camp, Mowry, Duquesne and Harshaw in the
Patagonia Mountains.
Patagonia is a mecca for birders and hikers and is well known
as a hot spot for butterflies. In addition, few drives are pret-
tier than Route 82 leading into Patagonia, with the backdrop
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of beautiful Red Mountain rising above this picturesque small
town.
The Nature Conservancys Patagonia-Sonoita Creek Nature
Preserve, one of the most popular birding spots in the United
States, features walking trails along the Sonoita Creek. Patago-
nia Lake State Park offers camping and fishing as well as bird-
ing and pontoon boat tours.
Patagonia is a great place for shopping. Global Arts has an
eclectic collection of wares from all over the world, Mariposa
Books is a wonderful independent book store, and the Artists
Cooperative offers handcrafted goods by local artists. There are
several art galleries within walking distance of the center of
town. Be sure to visit the showroom at High Spirits Flutes, a
local business crafting native wooden flutes for all levels of abil-
ity.
More than a dozen choices for accommodations range
from the Stage Stop Inn to a variety of bed and breakfasts. The
Duquesne House is an attractively restored adobe inn with beau-
tifully maintained gardens. The Spirit Tree Inn offers guest
rooms in a historic ranch setting. You can even stay in a 1950s-
era trailer at Dos Palmas. At the Circle Z Guest Ranch, one of the
oldest in Arizona, you can ride, relax at the pool, play tennis, or
simply enjoy the beautiful 6,500-acre ranch.
The Home Plate restaurant is famous for its meals served in
a casual atmosphere. The Gathering Grounds is an attractively
decorated coffee and lunch spot. Mercedes is the spot for Mexi-
can food in Patagonia, and the Velvet Elvis has a well-earned rep-
utation for gourmet pizzas. Stop by the Wagon
Wheel for a drink in an authentic cowboy bar.
Patagonia hosts a three-day arts and crafts
festival in October that features 100 vendors,
great music and entertainment.
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Rio Rico defines the casual, relaxing
lifestyle of the Southwest with the
added bonus of being within easy
reach of a major city.
The community has a population
of about 22,000, a shopping center,
a high school, two middle schools
and three elementary schools. The
area is home to century-old ranches as well as new
housing developments.
The curious and active visitor will be delighted.
Golfing, hiking, bird watching and riding horses
are just part of the experience. On many week-
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ends, the newly reconstructed Rio Rico Stables features ropings,
rodeos and other equestrian events.
There are daily reminders of the Old West, with cattle free to
roam the open range and cowboys who still round them up.
The Esplendor Resort welcomes travelers and has hosted busi-
ness conferences, television programs and is frequented by ce-
lebrities.
Some of Arizonas most stunning scenery is just outside the
door with awe-inspiring sunsets and star-studded nights. Keen-
eyed visitors may spot coyotes, quail, hawks, doves, javelina and
deer. Birders will take delight in the variety of species that can
be spotted easily. The Rio Rico area is a migratory route for
many birds.
History and nature buffs will enjoy hiking the historic Anza
Trail along the Santa Cruz River.
Restaurants in Rio Rico include Las Trankas and La Bocanita
for traditional Mexican fare, Nickels Diner for a trip back to the
1950s, Hue Mei Chinese and Nonna Vivi for an Italian flavor.
Within 20 minutes of Rio Rico, visitors can tour the Tumacaco-
ri National Historical Park, watch artisans creating works of art
in their studios in Tubac, or shop and dine in colorful Mexico.
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CHARMING BLEND OF ART AND HISTORY
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Adistinctive mix of art and history creates an en-
chanting ambiance in the village of Tubac, which
dates back to 1752.
This small community is home to many artists,
and fall through spring are peak times for visi-
tors to enjoy an adventure here.
This charming shopping destination is de-
signed with a compact layout that encourages lei-
surely strolling among captivating galleries featuring jewelry,
paintings, pottery and more.
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The popular Tubac Festival of the Arts, one of the oldest out-
door art festivals in Arizona, takes place Feb. 6-10, 2013. This
is the major event of the year as Tubac showcases the work of
many visiting artisans and musicians from around the United
States and Canada.
One of the best places to delve into the areas fascinating his-
tory is the Tubac Presidio State Historic Park, which includes
an 1885 schoolhouse, archaeological remnants from the 1700s,
a restored Mexican-style row house, and a history museum with
American Indian and Spanish artifacts.
The newly expanded Tubac Center of the Arts features sea-
sonal juried exhibits in three connected galleries, a perform-
ing arts season, painting classes and a childrens summer pro-
gram.
Visitors will find a variety of restaurants that dot the vil-
lage. Overnight accommodations range from small, cozy inns to
the full-service Tubac Golf Resort with comfortable rooms with
views of the Santa Rita mountains, two restaurants and a day
spa.
The Tubac Chamber of Commerce website is www.tubacaz.
com. Phone (520) 398-2704. Phone the Tubac Presidio State His-
toric Park at (520) 398-2252 or visit www.azparks.gov.
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The Artists DaughterYou have to see this place to believe it! Old-time western general store! Hundreds of nostalgic signs, western, porcelain, tin. Old-time enamel dishes. SW cookie cutters, bandanas, CDs, cowboy boot bird houses and tons more! Since 1986. Next to the Hal Empie Gallery.
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MARCHSpring ArtWalk March 16 & 17, 2013 10am to 5pm - ArtWalk is an event that invites visitors to explore the local working artist studios and fine art galleries for which Tubac is renowned. Meet the artists and enjoy special exhibits, receptions and art demonstrations.
JULYOld Fashioned Fourth of July July 4th, 2013, 10 am 12 noon - Free Games, Food, Fire Engine Squirt-down.
OCTOBER Anza Days October 19, 2013 - Tubac Presidio State Historic Park and Tubac Village present Tubac Anza Days, A Living History of the Indian, Mexican and Spanish Colonial Periods. Enjoy historical re-enactments, period costumes, folkloric dancers, mariachi music and childrens
NOVEMBERTubac: An Art Experience , Nov 2 & 3, 2013, 10 am to 5 pm - Art Experience invites visitors to explore local working artist studios and the fine art gal-leries for which Tubac is renowned. Village streets will feature artists tents where the public can see the artists in action and view their works. Art demonstrations will be scheduled throughout the weekend.
DECEMBERLuminaria Nights Dec. 6 & 7 2013 - Fiesta de Navidad is Tubacs annual celebration of the Historical Season! The streets are lined with luminaries and the stores are open until 9 PM. Join us at sunset for great homemade food, music and Santa Claus!
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