Restoring A Piece of History
Writer Shannon SeversonPhotography by Loralei Lazurek [dropcap]C[/dropcap]arefree resident Knoah Mohn has been involved in Boy Scouts since he was just…
Hip History
Writer Amanda Christmann Photography by Bryan Black [dropcap]O[/dropcap]nce you’ve met Marshall Shore, you won’t soon forget him. With his bold…
Arizona History Restored at Castle Hot Springs
An hour north of Phoenix in the rugged Bradshaw Mountains, Castle Hot Springs, one of Arizona’s first luxury resorts, was destroyed in a fire 42 years ago. Much to the delight of guests, it will be reopening its doors, and with its opening will come historical charm, modern amenities, fresh culinary options and relaxing activities in a peaceful setting.
Dorris Opera House: The Cultural Core of Phoenix History
The Dorris Opera House may sound like a mere myth to some thanks to the limited remaining evidence of its existence and the tall tales of its heyday that involve a “massacre.” However, it is in fact one of Phoenix’s most significant pieces of history, contributing culture to the city thereby putting it on the map and stimulating its growth.
History in the Desert
Hiking or biking the serene desert trails of Brown’s Ranch, it’s easy to get lost in the rugged natural beauty of saguaro-studded landscapes, bursts of spring wildflowers and precariously balanced boulders.
Take a Ride Through History on the Foothills Trolley
The towns of Cave Creek and Carefree have come up with a great solution for making their unique contributions of food, shopping and fun accessible to visitors and locals alike. Their latest effort, the Foothills Trolley, is a free way to traverse some of the towns’ most popular spots and scenic views, and it’s a nod to Phoenix history to boot.
Experience the World’s Oldest Continuous Rodeo
No one could have predicted it 133 years ago, but Payson Pro Rodeo has since become the world’s oldest continuous rodeo. Not that it would have made any difference to its earliest contestants. The cowboys and ranch hands took pride in their skills and horses, and saw the rodeo as their chance to strut their stuff in the town square. It was how they had fun in the gap between spring and fall roundups at the ranch, and the entire town joined them.
Arizona Native Tribes
As the sixth largest state, totaling 113,998 square miles, Arizona provides an extensive terrain to explore and admire.