Tag Archives: Southwest

An Oasis for Wildlife: Dead Horse Ranch State Park

Posted on April 4, 2012 by admin

Just a 20-minute drive outside of Sedona (Arizona), in the heart of Cottonwood, is Dead Horse Ranch State Park, a 423-acre outdoor oasis. Dead Horse Ranch is a camping mecca for nature lovers in the heart of Verde Valley. Located … Continue reading →

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Arizona Snowbirds Staying Longer Due to Gas Prices

Posted on March 19, 2012 by admin

Snowbirds appear to be staying longer in Casa Grande, Arizona, this winter, partially because high gas prices have kept them from moving around. According to three RV park managers in Casa Grande, located midway between Phoenix and Tucson, a number … Continue reading →

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Lost Dutchman State Park: Adopt-A-Cactus

Posted on February 29, 2012 by admin

Last winter I posted three articles on Lost Dutchman, an Arizona State Park named after Jacob Waltz, the Dutchman, who reportedly found a gold mine in the Superstitions in the 1870s. According to legend, the gold is still there somewhere. … Continue reading →

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Birdwatchers Flock to Lake Havasu City

Posted on February 24, 2012 by admin

In January 2012, news spread worldwide that a Nutting’s Flycatcher was spotted in the Bill Williams River National Wildlife Refuge (NWR) near Lake Havasu City, Arizona, attracting scores of birders. Though it may seem like one of the more unique … Continue reading →

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Encore Resorts Prep for Cactus League Spring Training

Posted on February 4, 2012 by admin

Each spring, 15 professional baseball teams arrive in Arizona for the Cactus League spring training season to prep for the upcoming MLB season. Beginning March 2 (2012), baseball fans visiting spring training from around the U.S. and Canada can benefit … Continue reading →

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Five Things You Need to Know Today: January 27

Posted on January 27, 2012 by admin

Since I like things to come in fives (and tens), here are five things YOU need to know TODAY! 1. NADAguides.com Reports RV Inquiries Rising NADAguides.com, the most comprehensive new and used car, classic car, motorcycle, boat, and recreation vehicle … Continue reading →

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Crooked Water: Tuzigoot National Monument

Posted on January 22, 2012 by admin

For thousands of years, Verde Valley has been a human melting pot. Hunters and gatherers came first, searching for wild game and grasses. Traders followed, digging salt and minerals, and then settlers farming the fertile bottomlands. Perched atop a ridge … Continue reading →

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Recreation Nation Introduces Denver Mattress Hospitality Euro Top Mattress at Quartzsite RV Show

Posted on January 21, 2012 by admin

Denver Mattress Hospitality and Recreation Nation, a DEHCO Company, announced the debut of the all-new RV Supreme Euro Top All-Foam Mattress at the 29th annual Quartzite RV Show in Quartzite, Arizona, starting today (January 21). The Quartzite RV Show is … Continue reading →

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Upscale Motorcoach Resort Planned for Lake Havasu City

Posted on January 21, 2012 by admin

Imagine the beauty of dawn along the water’s edge, a perfectly struck 9 iron arcing over a scenic desert golf hole, and an upscale motorcoach resort offering first-class amenities to rival the country club back home. That what’s being planned … Continue reading →

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Five Things You Need to Know Today: January 20

Posted on January 20, 2012 by admin

Since I like things to come in fives (and tens), here are five things YOU need to know TODAY! 1. Virginia State Parks Set Overnight Visitation Record Virginia State Parks celebrated its 75th anniversary in 2011with contests, special events, and … Continue reading →

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