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Discover Southern Arizona’s uniqueness

W hen the call went out for photos for this issue of Discover Southern Arizona, the response was overwhelming. From Patagonia to

Nogales, from Sahuarita to Arivaca, the photos captured the festivals, landscapes, animals and people who come together to give Southern Arizona its warmth and charm. We’ve chosen many of those photos for this edition and thank everybody who has contributed. It’s true — you can’t take a bad photo here!

Living historyArcheologists say the Santa Cruz Valley is one of the

longest inhabited places in North America. Evidence of prehistoric cultures and their achievements in agriculture, canal building, pottery and villages abound. It is the homeland to at least two Native American tribes.

Their influence, as well as that of the Spaniards, Mexicans and Anglos, is found in the early Spanish colonial missions, mines, sprawling ranches, ghost towns, frontier outposts and artist colonies.

Visitors are drawn here annually for the very reasons many call this home: mild winters, abundant recreational opportunities, and a vibrant and fascinating history that lends this region its character.

Beautiful land, animalsThe Santa Cruz Valley, which includes

Nogales, Rio Rico, Carmen, Tumacacori, Tubac, 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 including 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 introduction efforts.

Birding enthusiasts flock to this area to get a gander at the abundance of birds that inhabit the valley and waterfowl that migrate through in the


spring and fall. Madera Canyon and the Patagonia-Sonoita Creek Preserve are world-renowned birding spots.

A toast!A visit to Santa Cruz County is not complete without a

wine-tasting tour to some or all of the many vineyards that have developed 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 intertwined.

Find a multitude of duty-free shops near the international line downtown where you can purchase tequila or other favorite spirits, and cigarettes tax free in exchange for walking the items about a block across the border back into the United States.

Artists villageThe 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 Historical 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.

Our newest edition of Discover Southern Arizona magazine takes you through some of these distinctive attractions and communities through a mix of editorial

content and colorful photography.

Enjoy!


Ambos Nogales maintains international ties

T wo cities in Arizona and Mexico that share a name are leaping from one year of celebrations to another. Ambos Nogales (“Both Nogales”) are

intertwined and deep-rooted, dating to 1841. That’s when José Elias Camou and his family received

a land grant from the Mexican government and developed Rancho Casita. Their property was a vast grove of walnut trees known to locals as “los nogales de Elias,” or Elias’ walnut trees.

When a land survey was taken after the Gadsden Purchase in 1853, the government found that “los nogales” had been divided by the international line. But the name Nogales stuck for both sides of the border.

In 2010, Mexico celebrated its 200th anniversary of Independence and 100th anniversary of its Revolution. Nogales, Ariz., is joining the rest of the state in preparing for the 100th anniversary of statehood celebrations in 2012, many of which get under way in 2011.

A shared historyUntil the middle of the 20th century, Ambos

Nogales was divided only by a chain link fence. Historically, it was easy for people, vehicles, products, services, animals and ideas to pass easily from one side to the other.

It was 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.

Witnessing executions, gunfights and

destruction became routine throughout the Mexican Revolution of 1910-1920 in Nogales. For the next 20 years, U.S. troops set up camp in the hills of Nogales, 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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Nogales draws history, shopping buffs

T o experience Nogales, Ariz., stroll and shop along the main street where merchandise is as diverse as the culture.

Attractions•The mix of retail businesses includes some still owned

and operated by descendents of such pioneer families as the Brackers, Capins and Korys on the original main street. Within the last 20 years, downtown also has seen an influx of Korean merchants offering everything from toys to tools.

The original Morley Avenue pedestrian border crossing; Nasib Karam Park; Old Town Hall, home of the Pimeria

Alta Historical Society; and Mazon’s old-fashioned neighborhood grocery store are among the amenities that create an 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 courthouse’s attributes. The site was dedicated in 2009 as Arizona’s trail head for the Juan Bautista de Anza Historic Trail.

The building’s two-feet-thick walls are constructed of locally quarried tufa stone, which was also used to construct many of the area’s early commercial structures and 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 museum 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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W hile its origins date back

to early mining claims in the area, Patagonia has reinvented itself as an appealing arts community.

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 prettier than Route 82 leading into Patagonia, with

the backdrop of beautiful Red Mountain rising above this

picturesque small town.

Attractions•The Nature

Conservancy’s Patagonia-Sonoita Creek Nature Preserve,

Patagonia shines with art, history, outdoors


United States, features walking trails along the Sonoita Creek. Patagonia Lake State Park offers camping and fishing as well as birding 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.

•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. The Spirit Tree Inn offers guest rooms in a historic ranch setting. You can even stay in a 1950s era trailer at Las 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 Mexican food in Patagonia, and the Velvet Elvis has a well-earned reputation for gourmet pizzas. Stop by the Wagon Wheel for a drink in an authentic cowboy bar.

•Patagonia hosts a three-day fall festival in October that features 200 vendors, great music and entertainment.

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A sip of Southeastern Arizona wine countryBY ROBERT E. KIMBALL

G ordon Dutt, a retired soil scientist from the University of Arizona, demonstrated that wine grapes could be grown successfully in Southeastern Arizona.

He first experimented with growing wine grapes near Elgin in 1973. He planted Arizona’s first commercial vineyard in 1979, and is the owner of Sonoita Vineyards. He proved that the area’s soil and climate were right for growing wine grapes.

Over the years, nine more vineyards have been established in northeastern Santa Cruz County. All of them welcome 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 winery’s Web site for

location and a listing of wines available.

Wineries•Dos Cabezas WineWorks

has been producing wines in Arizona since 1995. It won two Governor’s 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 time at the White House. In 2006, Arizona Gov. Janet Napolitano designated Callaghan Vineyards one of Arizona’s treasures. 336 Elgin Road; 520-455-5322; www.CallaghanVineyards.com; Kent’s wine blog: www.callaghanblogspot.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.canelohillswinery.com

•Hannah’s 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 interference, 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 owner’s 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

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•Rancho Rossa Vineyards produces about 1,200 cases of wine each year from its 22-acre vineyard near Elgin. It specializes 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 receptions. Just off of Highway 83 south of Elgin; 520-455-5893; www.SonoitaVineyards.com

•Village of Elgin Winery specializes in making wines from 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; wilhelmfamilyvineyards.com


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Outdoor adventures abound in Sonoita, ElginBY MARION VENDITUOLI

T he legacy of ranchers and homesteaders flavor the communities of Sonoita and Elgin.

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, hikers and birders to this area, which also is home to award-winning vineyards.

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 10 wineries open for tasting in the

Sonoita-Elgin area. •The historic Empire Ranch and La Cienegas National

Conservation Area are open to the public for recreation and tours. A visit to Kentucky Camp, a renovated gold mining 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 adventures, 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.

•Dining options include traditional steak dinners at the Steak Out Restaurant, Italian meals at Viaggio Italiano, fine dining at Canela Bistro and casual dining at the Ranch House Restaurant.

•Shopping opportunities include High Noon Feed and Tack, which has a wonderful art gallery as well as Western gifts, animal feeds and gear. Buffalo Gals, inside Sonoita Hardware, offers one-of-a-kind items and cards. The Little Burro sells art and mesquite furniture. Nizhoni Ranch Gallery offers museum-quality Navajo rugs, and Many Horses Trading Post is a must-stop for exquisite Southwestern jewelry.

•The Santa Cruz County Fairgrounds hosts two weekends of horse racing in May, the Sonoita Rodeo on Labor Day weekend, and the county fair in September.

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R io Rico defines the casual, relaxing lifestyle of the Southwest with the added bonus of being within easy reach of a major city.

Rio Rico has a population of about 20,000, a shopping center, a high school, two middle schools and three elementary schools. The area is home to century-old ranches and new housing developments.

The curious and active visitor will be delighted — golfing, hiking, bird watching and riding horses are just part of the experience. There are daily reminders of the Old West with cattle free to roam the open range, and cowboys who still round them up.

Attractions•The Esplendor Resort is a home for travelers,

and has hosted business conferences, television programs and is frequented by celebrities.

•Some of Arizona’s most stunning scenery is just outside the door with awe-inspiring

Rio Rico: The Southwest at its best


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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 buffs will enjoy hiking the historic Anza Trail along the Santa Cruz River.

•Restaurants in Rio Rico include Las Trankas de Rio Rico, Danika’s Cafe, Hue Mei Chinese and Nonna Vivi for an Italian flavor.

•Within 20 minutes of Rio Rico, visitors can visit the Tumacacori National Historical Park, watch

artisans creating works of art in their studios in Tubac, or shop and dine in colorful Mexico.


T he rural hamlet of Tumacacori, east of Interstate 19 between Tubac and Rio Rico, draws visitors who enjoy rich history and spicy chilies.

Attractions•Tumacacori National

Historical Park brings the storied past to life at the site of a Spanish mission dating

from the late 1600s. It was

established by renowned Jesuit priest Eusebio Francisco Kino. Franciscan missionaries, who succeeded the Jesuits,

started work in about 1800 on the church that still stands. Guests can stroll

History, chilies spice up Tumacacori


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by the church, through a visitors center at the park, a shady garden and more. Special events include guided tours fall through spring, and a multicultural fiesta in early December. This national park is open 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. daily except for Christmas and Thanksgiving. Information: 520-398-2341.

•Across the street from the mission is the popular Santa Cruz Chili & Spice Co., a family-owned business that features fine chili sauces and pastes, a variety of gourmet Southwestern foods, cookbooks and a large selection of spices and herbs. Visitors are invited to see the artifacts in the small museum, sample some chili products, find a certain spice, or just soak up the rich history and heritage of this mesmerizing land. Information: 520-398-2591 or visit www.santacruzchili.com.


Amado offers striking scenery, rural ambiance

H ikers, birdwatchers, cyclists and horseback riders are drawn to Amado’s rural lifestyle and striking scenery at the foot of the Santa Rita Mountains.

Once a station along a stage route from Nogales to Arivaca to Tucson, the community south of Green Valley today is a mix of ranches, farms, family homes and modern shops, restaurants and overnight accommodations.

Visit fine restaurants, small speciality shops, bed and breakfasts, a resort, a health spa and a you-pick farm — all of which make Amado a popular getaway for visitors and locals.

Attractions•Rex Ranch and Spa offers overnight accommodations,

fine dining, swimming, massage therapy and horseback riding.•Amado Territory Inn bed and breakfast has guest rooms,

a dining room for breakfast and high tea and occasional dinner theater productions.

•Amado Territory Ranch includes a gourmet deli, art gallery and visitors’ center at Kristofer’s Bistro, plus several artist studios and the Amado Territory Steak House.

•The well-known Cow Palace Restaurant features Old


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West decor, and you can’t miss the Long Horn Bar & Grill with an entrance shaped like a giant longhorn cattle skull.

•The renowned Fred Lawrence Whipple Observatory is atop nearby Mount Hopkins, the second-highest peak in the Santa Rita Mountains. The visitor center is off Interstate 19 via the Canoa Road exit. Daytime tours from the visitor center up to the observatory are available from early spring to late fall. For reservations, call 520-670-5707. More information is available at www.cfa.harvard.edu/facilities/flow/. Visitor center hours are Monday through Friday from 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.

•The 63-acre Agua Linda Farm offers special events as well as you-pick opportunities through much of the year, with food grown there for sale at the farm stand. The owners pride themselves on not using any chemical fertilizers or herbicide on their crops.

•The Amado Business Association represents about 40 businesses in the area. Find out more about them at www.amadoaz.com or call 520-398-3353.

For more information on the area, go to www.toursantacruz.com/amado.asp or stop in at the visitors center at Kristofer’s Bistro at the Amado Territory Ranch.


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Historic Old West Atmosphere. Delicious traditional western cooking since 1921

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Arivaca: A rural Arizona gem

T ake Arivaca Road off of Interstate 19 and drive about 20 miles down a gently curving road to one of

Southern Arizona’s rural gems. The community of Arivaca is home to artists and ranchers, film-makers

and small-business owners who all share one passion: They love the

solitude of rural Arizona and its

adventurous Old West spirit. Arivaca’s community center often is the hub of

activity, with children’s events, art exhibits and lots more throughout the year. Residents are used to pooling their resources, talents and time to get things done and to help out each other. A fierce independent streak breeds a remarkable commitment to their own.

But there’s plenty for visitors, too. Tourists will find gorgeous Arizona landscapes and unique shops. The Buenos Aires National Wildlife Refuge is close by, along

with plenty of hiking trails, canyons, a National Forest, fishing lakes and the Baboquivari Mountains, a sacred site for the Tohono O’odham people. Not far off is the well-preserved Ruby ghost town. The roads in and out of Arivca are popular with motorcycle riders.

Arivaca is about 28 miles from the United States-Mexico border at Sasabe, and about 35 miles from the Nogales port of entry.


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A distinctive mix of art and history creates an enchanting 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 visitors to enjoy an adventure here.

This charming shopping destination is designed with a compact layout that encourages leisurely strolling among

captivating galleries featuring jewelry, paintings, pottery and much more.

Attractions•The nationally renowned

Tubac Festival of the Arts, one of the oldest outdoor art festivals in Arizona, takes place Feb. 9-13, 2011. This is the major event of the year as Tubac showcases the work of visiting artisans and musicians from around the United States and Canada.

•One of the best places to delve into the area’s fascinating history 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 Tubac Center of the Arts features seasonal juried exhibits in three connected galleries, a performing arts season, painting classes and a children’s summer program.

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•Visitors will find a variety of restaurants that dot the village. 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 Web site is www.tubacaz.com. Phone (520) 398-2704. Another source is the Tubac Santa Cruz Visitors Center, www.toursantacruz.com. Phone (520) 398-0007. Call the Tubac Presidio State Historic Park at (520) 398-2252 or visit www.azparks.gov.


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T hreading its way through the Santa Cruz Valley is a scenic portion of the Juan Bautista de Anza National Historic Trail, which traces the route the Basque explorer took in 1776 while

leading 240 immigrants west to Alta California to establish a presidio and settlement.

The Anza Trail will eventually run from Culiacan, Mexico, to San Francisco, about 1,200 miles over mostly rugged and arid territory.

For hikers, cyclists and equestrians•The historic Santa Cruz County 1904 Courthouse in Nogales is

the official trailhead in Arizona. Las Lagunas in Nogales has been identified as the first campsite of the Anza expedition. Today, the marsh is a refuge for birds and wildlife.

•A 5.2-mile section in the Canoa Ranch area, just south of Green Valley, begins east of Interstate 19 on Elephant Head Road near the Santa Cruz River. The trail here is a packed surface 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 follows the river from the

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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 evidence of illegal immigration along the trail, and the river itself flows with reclaimed wastewater. Still, it’s a beautiful route, and this mostly flat, easy trail is a great option for families.

•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.

•A seven-mile, mostly paved section of the Anza Trail runs near downtown Tucson, along the dry Santa Cruz river bed from West Silverlake Road to Columbus Park. Another 1.5-mile stretch runs between Ajo Way and Irvington Road. Both are open to foot and bicycle traffic.


A wildlife haven

M iles of undeveloped grasslands are home to a mix of fauna at the Buenos Aires National Wildlife Refuge in the Altar Valley, southeast of

Green Valley.The U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service manages the 118,800-

acre reserve that includes roads, trails and campsites to help visitors get to the heart of this scenic

outdoor treasure.

The best areas to visit:•An easily accessible boardwalk that wanders through

a cienega just east of the village of Arivaca. It’s a birdwatcher’s delight.

•Refuge headquarters is just east of State Route 286. Take Interstate 19 to Arivaca Junction, take Arivaca Road southwast past the village of Arivaca and continue about


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10 to 15 miles. Exhibits explain much of the refuge, and a ranger or two often are on hand to answer questions. Open daily 7:30 a.m. to 4 p.m. Closed Thanksgiving, Christmas and New Year’s Day. The visitor center also is closed weekends from June 1 to Aug. 15.

•A dominant landmark is Baboquivari Peak, a 7,734-foot monolithic mountain that’s near the refuge on the tribal lands of the Tohono O’odham people. It’s a centerpiece of the Altar Valley and a sacred place to tribal members.

•Brown Canyon on the northwestern side of the refuge is another great place to view flora and fauna. It’s open to groups and visitors for a fee, and experts lead the trips. Call refuge headquarters at (520) 823-4251 to make

reservations.•The southern boundary of the Buenos Aires is the Mexico border, and a small part of the U.S. side is closed to traffic due to security efforts to stop illegal immigrants and smugglers.


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T hose who enjoy friendly neighbors and a small-town ambiance — combined with shops, restaurants, hotels and cultural and recreational

activities — will feel right at home in Green Valley.This nationally known

retirement community provides all that in a

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Attractions•The Green Valley Sahuarita Chamber of Commerce

has a membership roster of about 600 businesses and is also an officially designated Tourism Information Center for the Arizona Office of Tourism.

When you’re in the area, stop by the Chamber office at

275 W. Continental Road, Suite 123. You’ll find plenty of information about places to go and things to see and do in Green Valley, Sahuarita and the surrounding area. Call 520-625-7575 or 800-858-5872. Online at www.greenvalleychamber.com.

•Travelers will find excellent accommodations, with several hotels/inns within Green Valley and resorts, guest ranches, lodges and bed and breakfasts in the area.

•There are several shopping plazas in Green Valley and in nearby Sahuarita, where several

new restaurants and retail shops have recently opened.•Green Valley, at an elevation of 2,900 feet, is often

described as a golfer’s paradise. Duffers will find 11 golf courses in the area, all of which offer opportunities to play year-round.


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•Many residents are members of Green Valley Recreation Inc., a non-profit services corporation that operates 13 recreation centers with tennis, swimming, shuffleboard, bocce, racquetball and state-of-the art fitness centers. It also offers a mix of plays, concerts, movies, other entertainment and classes, as well as facilities for lapidary, ceramics, woodworking, photography, billiards, computer instruction and more. GVR, which has about 24,000 members, is frequently cited as the reason new retirees choose Green Valley.


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A vibrant mix of residential neighborhoods, commercial businesses and entertainment can be found in the family community of Sahuarita, Green

Valley’s neighbor to the north.The town — whose name roughly translates as “little

saguaro” — has grown rapidly since its incorporation in 1994, and now is home to about 25,000 residents.

Attractions•Popular attractions include the nearby Desert Diamond

Casino (520-294-7777 or www desertdiamond.com); the Titan II Missile Museum (520-625-7736, www.

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pimaair.org); the Asarco Mineral Discovery Center (520-625-7513, www.asarco.com/AMDC); and the Green Valley Pecan Store (520) 791-2062 or www.pecanstore.com.

•The town’s Anamax Park is its oldest and largest public park, covering 23 acres with a recreation center, ball fields, picnic areas, dog park, playground and more. Its five-acre Sahuarita Lake Park includes a 10-acre lake for fishing and a walking trail. The town also welcomes the public to its Anza Trail Park, Parque Los Arroyos, North Santa Cruz Park (which has a skate park) and the Quail Creek-Veterans Municipal Park.

•Rancho Sahuarita is one of the most successful master-planned communities in the United States, with an array of amenities and price ranges, and quick access to Tucson. The community sponsors numerous events, with many of them open to the public.

•Commercial developments include the Rancho Sahuarita Marketplace and Village at Interstate 19 and Sahuarita Road, anchored by the Fry’s Marketplace and surrounded by a mix of smaller shops and restaurants,

including El Charro; Madera Marketplace on South Nogales Highway, home of the Wal-Mart Supercenter, Big Lots! and Ross; the Sahuarita Palms Plaza on West Duval Mine Road, anchored by a Safeway grocery store; and the Valley Verde Center, home to the Ashley Furniture Homestore on West Duval Mine Road; the Sahuarita Plaza on the Frontage Road and the smaller Quorum Plaza on West Beta Street.

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Out on the links in Southern Arizona

G reat weather, fabulous scenery and a wealth of courses make Southern Arizona a paradise for golfers.

More than 60 courses — from the Mexico border to the Catalina Mountains at Tucson’s north end — offer a year-round array of choices for those devoted to the game.

From luxury resort settings to municipal and neighborhood links, beginners, pros and those in between will find traditional layouts and desert challenges.

Check out details and rates at www.visittucson.org or on the courses’ individual Web sites.


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Golf Courses•Green Valley/Sahuarita courses at Haven, Desert

Hills, Country Club of Green Valley, Canoa Hills, Canoa Ranch, San Ignacio, Quail Creek and Torres Blancas attract golfers from the local retirement communities, along with those lured to this quiet small-town setting at a higher elevation than Tucson.

•Other Santa Cruz Valley courses include the Santa

Rita Golf Club east of Sahuarita; the scenic Tubac Golf Resort just north of the historic village of Tubac; Esplendor, a Robert Trent course at Rio Rico; and in Nogales,

Kino Springs and Palo Duro Creek.

•Tucson city courses include Randolph, Del Urich, Dorado, El Rio, Fred Enke and Silverbell. The Old Pueblo area also is home to courses at Saddlebrook, Vistoso, El Conquistador, Heritage Highlands, Continental Ranch, Raven, Dove Mountain, Stone Canyon, Omni, Arizona National, Westin La Paloma, Skyline, Loews Ventana Canyon, Forty-Niner, Oro Valley, Starr Pass, Mountain View, Sun City Vistoso and Quail Canyon.


Canyon is a verdant delight for hikers, birders

T he forested sky island of Madera Canyon is one of the most beloved outdoor locales in Southern Arizona.

Tucked into the western flank of the Santa Rita Mountains, the canyon attracts birding enthusiasts from around the world, hikers of all ages and abilities, and picnickers, campers and sight-seers.

A paved two-lane road winds its way up from the desert floor to about 6,000 feet, where well-used and relatively steep trails climb the slopes of Mount Wrightson all the way to its bare and rocky peak at 9,453 feet, the highest point in the Santa Ritas.


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Attractions•Hiking trails include the fairly steep, 10.8-mile round-

trip Old Baldy Trail, the most popular route to the top; the more gradual, 16-mile round-trip Super Trail; the 4.4-mile one-way Nature Trail, strenuous but with great views of the entire canyon. A trail map is available at any of the lodges in the canyon, or you can get one at the welcome station at the entrance when it is open.

•Madera Canyon is an extremely popular day-use area with three developed picnic areas, all with tables, bathrooms and charcoal grills. The Bog Springs Campground has sites for $10 a night year-round.

•The U.S. Forest Service charges a $5 per car user fee, or you can purchase a $20 annual pass.

•Four lodges welcome visitors year-round: Santa Rita Lodge (520-625-8746, www.santaritalodge.com), offering casitas and free-standing cabins with private decks; the A-framed Madera Kubo (520-625-2908, www.maderakubo.com), which has four cozy cabins and a gift shop; the Chuparosa Inn (520-393-7370, www.chuparosainn.com), with three beautiful rooms, a great bird-watching area, a barbecue and friendly hosts. Kent Springs Cabin, six rooms, managed by the U.S. Forest Service (www.recreation.gov or call 1-877-444-6777).

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Region full of fascinating sights, soundsBY KAREN WALENGA

N atural wonders, distinctive flora and fauna, and historical landmarks are among the rich treasures that lure visitors and continue to

enthrall residents throughout Southern Arizona.Here is a hefty handful of our favorites that we heartily

recommend.

Arizona-SonoraDesert Museum

If you had time to visit just one attraction in Southern Arizona, you couldn’t go wrong by heading over to the Arizona-Sonora Desert Museum in the Tucson Mountain foothills west of the Old Pueblo.

For more than half a century, it has enchanted millions of visitors with its exhibits of live animals in astonishingly natural settings, while intriguing and instructing them with fascinating educational programs.

Almost two miles of paths traverse 21 acres of the Sonoran Desert. Visitors can enjoy a self-guided tour of the grounds or join in bird walks, animal

demonstrations or interpretive tours of raptors, saguaros and more that are offered daily.

More than 300 species of animals and more than 1,200 kinds of plants are exhibited in settings designed to be part zoo, part natural history museum and part botanical garden.

520-883-2702, www.desertmuseum.org.


BisbeePlenty of charm and charisma can be found in Bisbee, a

quaint former copper mining town that at one time was one of the world’s richest mineral sites. Today, this mile-high community in Southeastern Arizona features a colorful history and a thriving arts scene.

For a real underground mining experience, don a hard hat and board the single-gauge railroad that takes passengers 1,800 feet back into the Copper Queen Mine and 100 years back into Bisbee’s history.

To experience turn-of-the century Bisbee at its best, dine

or spend the night at the handsome Copper Queen Hotel built in 1902, or at one of the comfortable bed-and-breakfast inns in the Old Bisbee


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neighborhood. And be sure to spend some time browsing through the local museums, art galleries and gift shops throughout downtown Bisbee.

(520) 432-5421, toll-free at 1-877-424-7234, www.bisbeearizona.com.

Kartchner CavernsState Park

An underground tour at Kartchner Caverns State Park, 12 miles south of Benson in Cochise County, is a spectacular adventure.

Kept secret since its discovery in 1974, Kartchner Caverns was announced to the world in 1988 by Arizona State Parks, which spent years to develop the traveled portions of the cave and install air locks that trap humidity inside.

Inside this treasure are stalactites, needle quartz formations, totems and more. You’ll find one of the world’s largest soda straw stalactites. Still pristine, this massive limestone cave has 13,000 feet of passages and two rooms as long as football fields.

The 23,000-square-foot Discovery Center houses world-class exhibits including a replica of the cave, a large gift shop, regional and interactive displays and educational information. Other park features include a picnic area, shaded dining area, vending area, amphitheater, hummingbird garden, hiking trails and campgrounds.

The Rotunda/Throne Tours are available year-round. The park also offers a Big Room Tour part of the year.

520-586-4100, www.azparks.gov. For reservations, 520-586-2283.


Mission San Xavier Del BacA spiritual and historical ambiance fills the beautiful

Mission San Xavier Del Bac, the “white dove of the desert” along the Santa Cruz River south of Tucson and north of Sahuarita.

It brings together Pima Indian spirituality and


Spanish colonial Christianity, symbolizing the continuity and depth of the region’s cultural heritage.

The Mexican Baroque adobe structure was completed about 1797. There is no other artistic or architectural equivalent in the United States. The third church on the site, the mission is one of a chain of 21 envisioned by famous Jesuit missionary Eusebio Francisco Kino.

The mission is part of an active Catholic parish on the Tohono O’odham Nation. It is off Interstate 19 at exit 92. It is open for viewing daily, as are the gift shop and a free museum.

520-294-2624, www.sanxaviermission.org.

Old Tucson Studios

Old Tucson Studios is where the West was filmed. From movie heroes like John Wayne to current box-office stars such as Harrison Ford, many of Hollywood’s legends have walked these rugged streets, the setting for dozens of motion pictures.

This Western theme park and movie studio offers re-enactments of Old West gunfights and stunts, musical revues, special events, gift shops, and food and beverages. Don’t miss Old Tucson Studios’ Reno locomotive. Proudly stationed at the north end of town, the Reno has more than 100 film and television credits.

520-883-0100, www.oldtucson.com.

TombstoneTombstone, called “the town too tough to die,” is

recognized internationally as the site of the infamous shoot-out at the O.K. Corral.

Visitors flock to this Old West locale to see gunfight reenactments, walk among the headstones at the Boothill Cemetery, view the Birdcage Theater museum and take a stagecoach ride through town.

Along the wooden boardwalks on Allen Street are a variety of curio and gift shops, antiques, clothing and

restaurants and bars, including the Crystal Palace Saloon.History is the focus at such sites as the Tombstone

Courthouse State Historic Park, the Tombstone Epitaph Museum and the Rose Tree Museum.

888-457-3929, www.tombstonechamber.com.

TucsonAffectionately called the “Old Pueblo” by its residents,

Tucson is one of the oldest continually inhabited cities in the nation.

With an estimated 550,000 residents, it is Arizona’s second-largest city and home to the University of Arizona, Davis-Monthan Air Force Base, much Old West history and amazing natural scenery.

Tucson also is known for its abundance of sunshine, making the area perfect for hiking, biking, swimming, tennis, horseback riding and golf.

The city also hosts several respected music and theatre companies; a mix of drama, comedy, song and dance venues; and a choice of museums, art galleries, shopping and dining.

Metropolitan Tucson Convention and Visitors Bureau: 520-624-1817, 1-888-2-TUCSON or www.visittucson.org.


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December 2010Luminaria Nights/Fiesta de Navidad

Celebrate the holiday season in Tubac. Shops and galleries line the streets with luminarias and serve homemade food and homespun music. Dec. 3-4 from sunset to 9 p.m. 520-398-2704.Winter Festival

Town of Sahuarita’s annual holiday celebration for all ages, in conjunction with Rancho Sahuarita. Winter activities, crafts, food and visit from Santa. Dec. 18, 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. at Sahuarita Lake Park.Nogales Christmas Parade & Annual Christmas Tree Lighting

All-day festival featuring Santa Claus and his reindeer, a children’s parade and the lighting of a 30-foot Christmas tree. Nogales Chamber of Commerce, 520-287-3685.La Fiesta de Tumacacori

Celebrate the many cultures in the Santa Cruz Valley the first weekend in December. The fiesta features some 50 food and craft booths, continuous live entertainment on stage, and children’s activities each day. A Mariachi Mass, preceded by a traditional procession, is held on Sunday beginning at 10 a.m. The mission grounds are open

throughout the weekend, and admission is free. Tumacacori National Historical Park, 520-398-2341. www.tubacaz.com.Farmers Markets

• Every Wednesday 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at Green Valley Village. An array of farmer goods, handcrafted items, and organic products, with more than 100 vendors. Call 520-625-6551.

• Every Monday at Shoppes at La Posada, 10 a.m. to 2 p.m., 665 S. Park Centre Ave.

January 2011Richter Uzur Duo

Performance at GVR West Center on Jan. 6 at 7 p.m.Tucson Symphony Preview

Respighi, Rossini and Lalo featured at Green Valley library on Jan. 7 at 3 p.m.Apocalypso!

Performs at GVR West Center on Jan. 13 at 7 p.m.Vivona & Boone

Part of Performing Arts Series at Tubac Center of the Arts, Jan. 14 at 7:30 p.m.Feeling Fit 5K Run, 1-Mile Family Fun Run

Great Expectations Academy in Sahuarita hosts fourth annual run on Jan. 15. 5K at 9 a.m. Family Fun Run at 10 a.m.


Steppin’ Out With My BabyPerformance at GVR West Center on Jan. 18 at 7 p.m.

Danny GurwinPerforms at GVR West Center on Jan. 20 at 7 p.m.

Santa Cruz Valley Car Nuts Car ShowVintage cars are among those featured in this popular,

annual show in Tubac. All are owned by club members. A donation will get you in to view the cars and help raise funds for local youths. Jan. 23. 520-398-2704.TSO POPS!

At GVR West Center on Jan. 25 at 7:30 p.m.Hot Club of San Francisco

Performance at GVR West Center on Jan. 27 at 7 p.m.

February 2011Business Expo & Taste of the Valley

Green Valley Sahuarita Chamber of Commerce welcomes the public to this annual event on Feb. 1 from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. at Desert Diamond Casino. Phone (520) 625-7575.Big Band Sounds of Green Valley

Performance at GVR West Center on Feb. 1 at 7 p.m.TSO Masterworks

Performance at GVR West Center on Feb. 3 at 7:30 p.m.Tucson Symphony Preview

Dancing with Liszt & Ravel featured at Green Valley library on Feb. 4 at 3 p.m.

“Kitchen Music”Tucson Symphony Orchestra Just for Kids Concert

Series features Percussion Quartet at Sahuarita Town Hall on Feb. 5.Follies — Showboatin’

Performance at GVR West Center on Feb. 8 and 10 at 7 p.m. and Feb. 9 at 2 p.m.Tubac Festival of the Arts

The major event of the year for Tubac showcases the work of hundreds of visiting artists, artisans and musicians from around the country and Canada. Painters and sculptors share the streets with whimsical sculptures and music, and the food court brings a delightful variety of ethnic treats. Feb. 9-13, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. 520-398-2704.Frederick Moyer

Performance at GVR West Center on Feb. 15 at 7 p.m.Los Llaneros

Perform at GVR West Center on Feb. 17 at 7 p.m.Duo West, Cello/Piano

Part of Performing Arts Series at Tubac Center of the Arts on Feb. 18 at 7:30 p.m.Green Valley Stage Band

Performs at GVR West Center on Feb. 22 at 7 p.m.Nature of Madera Canyon

Presentation at Green Valley’s Community Performing Arts Center on Feb. 24 at 2 p.m.


Monroe CrossingAt GVR West Center on Feb. 24 at 7 p.m.

March 2011Tucson Symphony Preview

“Scheherazade” featured at Green Valley library on March 4 at 3 p.m.Dorothy Parker’s Last Call

Part of Performing Arts Series at Tubac Center of the Arts on March 4 at 7:30 p.m.“Cinderella and Other Classic Fairy Tale”

Tucson Symphony Orchestra Just for Kids Concert Series features Wind Quartet at Sahuarita Town Hall on March 5.“Tumacacoris As I See It”

Juried art exhibit at Tumacacori National Historical Park, March 5-15.“Nunsense”

Valley Players perform at GVR West Center March 10-13, 7 p.m. Thursday-Saturday and 2 p.m. Sunday.Bavarian Brass Band

Performs at GVR West Center March 24 at 7 p.m.Yuki & Tomoko Mack

Part of Performing Arts Series at Tubac Center of the Arts March 25 at 7:30 p.m.ArtWalk

Visitors can 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. March 26-27, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. 520-398-2704.Joe Bourne

Performs at GVR West Center March 29 at 7 p.m.Mariachi Festival

Live Mariachi music at Patagonia Lake State Park along with great food. Patagonia Lake State Park, 520-287-6965. www.patagoniaaz.com.

April 2011Tucson Symphony Preview

Pictures at an Exhibition at Green Valley library, April 1 at 3 p.m.Relay for Life

American Cancer Society sponsors 24-hour fundraising relay at Sahuarita’s Anamax Park on April 1-2.Battle of the Bands

Sahuarita Teen Advisory Council sponsors this popular musical competition at town’s North Santa Cruz Park on April 2.Taste of Tubac

Each year the fine restaurants come together for one evening in April to create a feast that celebrates all of Tubac fine dining. April 3. 520-398-2704.Original Wildcat Jass Band

Performs at GVR West Center April 5 at 7 p.m.Southwest Brass

Part of Performing Arts Series at Tubac Center of the Arts on April 8 at 7:30 p.m.Alfredo Rolando Ortiz

At GVR West Center, April 12 at 7 p.m.David Syme

At GVR West Center, April 14 at 7 p.m.Spring Festival

Sahuarita’s Parks & Recreation Department presents games, food and Easter egg hunt for kids on April 23 at Anamax Park.Celebrate Kids Festival

Games, bounce houses for kids; information about parent- and kid-friendly programs and resources in Southern Arizona, sponsored by Sahuarita Parks & Recreation Department, United Way of Tucson and Southern Arizona, April 30 at Sahuarita Lake Park.Tumacacori’s Historic High Mass

A traditional Catholic Mass with all participants dressed in 18th-century costumes. Reservations required. Tumacacori National Historical Park, 520-398-2341.Blessing of the Vineyards

The oldest wine festival in Arizona features tours of Sonoita Vineyards in Elgin. Sonoita Vineyards, 520-455-5893.www.patagoniaaz.com.Charles Mingus Jazz Festival

Features regional jazz, great food, entertainment and lots of fun in Nogales. Charles Mingus was born April 22, 1922, in Nogales, Ariz. His father was part of the Buffalo Soldiers based at Camp Little in Nogales.


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Fishing ClinicFree fishing clinic for public, poles available for use at no

cost, at Sahuarita Lake Park.

May 2011Fiestas de Mayo

Live music, games, art exhibitions and great Mexican food at Fleischer Park in Nogales, Ariz. Call Nogales-Santa Cruz County Chamber of Commerce, 520-287-3685.

June 2011Sonoita Quarter Horse Show

The oldest Quarter Horse show in the nation at Sonoita Fairgrounds. 520-455-5553. http://www.sonoitafairgrounds.com/

July 2011Independence Day Celebration

Old-fashioned games for the kids in the morning and fireworks in the evening at the Tubac Golf Resort & Spa. Shops, galleries and restaurants open all day. 520-398-2704.July 4th celebrations

Food, games, entertainment and fireworks at Fleischer Park in Nogales, Ariz., from 4 p.m. to midnight. City of Nogales, 520-287-6571.

Family Fun Night/Parks & Recreation Month CelebrationFood, games, family activities July 23 at North Santa

Cruz Park in Sahuarita. Sponsored by Sahuarita Parks & Recreation Department.

August 2011Canoe Days

Free family event on south side of Sahuarita Lake Park on Aug. 6-7, Canoes available for free. Sponsored by Sahuarita Parks & Recreation Department.Blessing of the Harvest

Celebrate the grape harvest with $10 admission for wine tasting, souvenir glass, winery & vineyard tours, live music, dancing, grape stomping contest in Elgin. Lunch may be purchased on site. 520-455-5893, www.patagoniaaz.com.

September 2011Fiesta Sahuarita

Music, food, games, booths and more celebrating town of Sahuarita’s birthday, Sept. 24 at Anamax Park.Santa Cruz County Fair & Rodeo

Rodeo, steak fry and dance Labor Day weekend at Sonoita Fairgrounds.

Santa Cruz County Fair: 4-H auction, open exhibits,


carnival, vendors, school exhibits and family entertainment the last weekend in September at Sonoita Fairgrounds.

Contact Santa Cruz County Fair & Rodeo Association, 520-455-5553, [email protected] or www.sonoitafairgrounds.com.

October 2011Pumpkin Patch & Chili Cook-Off

Pumpkins, performances, music, games, chili and more food on Oct. 22 at Rancho Sahuarita clubhouse.Anza Day

Tubac Presidio State Historic Park presents Anza Day, a living history of the Indian, Mexican and Spanish Colonial periods. Enjoy historical re-enactments, period costumes, folklorico dancers, mariachi music and children’s activities! Third Saturday of the month. 520-398-2704.Patagonia Fall Festival

More than 150 arts, crafts and specialty food booths from around the Southwest with great entertainment in Patagonia’s Town Park. Patagonia Visitor Information, 520-394-0060 or 888-794-0060.www.patagoniaaz.com.Tumacacori’s Historic Reenactment High Mass

High Mass celebrated annually inside the Tumacácori Mission church as it would have been when Tumacácori was an active mission community. Participants invited to wear Spanish-style clothing such as would have been worn around the turn of the 19th century. No chairs are available; participants must be able to stand for the one-hour service. A reenactment ride to Tubac of Spanish-attired soldiers leaves from the church immediately following the Mass, in commemoration of Juan Bautista de Anza’s historic expedition to California in 1776. Reservations required. Call Tumacacori National Historical Park, 520-398-2341.Grass Ridge Horse Trials

Equine enthusiasts converge for this annual competition in Sonoita. Sonoita Fairgrounds, 520-455-5553, www.sonoitafairgrounds.com.

November 2011Tubac, An Art Experience

Visitors can get up close and personal with the artists of Tubac. Artists create works right before visitors’ eyes throughout a weekend that celebrates the artistic process. Local musicians entertain guests while artists provide demonstrations of their works that capture their imagination. 520-398-2704.Day of the Dead (Dia de los Muertos)

Celebrations between Oct. 31 and Nov. 2 in which Mexicans remember and honor their deceased loved ones. It’s a festive and colorful holiday. Mexicans visit cemeteries, decorate the graves and spend

time there in the presence of their deceased friends and family members. They also make

elaborately decorated altars (sometimes called ofrendas) in their homes to

welcome the spirits.Sahuarita Pecan Festival

Third annual celebration features array of pecan goodies, arts & crafts, food, hayrides, community bake-off

and more. Presented Nov. 19-20 by FICO and the Green Valley Pecan Co., 1625 E. Sahuarita Road. 520-879-7453.


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DIA DE LOS MUERTOS

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Enjoy golf at several of Arizona’s best golf courses or just relax at our beautiful pool. Guests can choose from 10 greatcourses including San Ignacio, Canoa Hills, Torres Blancas, Kino Springs, Tubac, and Rio Rico. Golf Packages and Group Discounts available all with advance tee times.

The perfect place for Family & Friends, Reunions and Groups of all sizes.

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Events at

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