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Things To Do 

Grand Canyon National Park 

The Grand Canyon National Park is 

considered one of the seven natural 

wonders of the world. Each year the park 

has over five million visits. It is advised 

that visitors come to the park in the fall or 

spring. Temperatures within these season 

are between 70 and 80 degrees. 

London Bridge in Lake Havasu 

Lake Havasu City 

The London Bridge in Lake Havasu was 

constructed in 1831. It is the largest antique, 

stone bridge in the world. It has become 

a part of old cultural heritage and a visitor 

favorite. The bridge overlooks the beautiful 

Lake Havasau and allows for exceptional 

nature photographs. 

Six Mountain Park 

Phoenix 

The South Mountain Park spans 17,000 

acres. This park is considered the biggest 

urban park throughout the world. Originally 

it was known as the Phoenix Mountain 

Park. The park allows for a relaxing visit 

and boasts a unique charm. Throughout the 

mountain landscape you see many of the 

plants that are indigenous to the Phoenix 

area. 

Lake Mead 

Boulder City 

Lake Mead ranks second of the largest 

man made reservoirs in the country. The 

lake spans 110 miles beginning at the Grand 

Canyon and ending at the dam. Within this 

lake is 28 million feet of water. 

Saguaro National Park 

Tucson 

Sagurao National Park which boasts large 

cactus sculptures which are tall which 

is the iconic symbol of the state. These 

majestic plants are centuries old and share 

a rich history beginning in the days of the 

Native American tribes who first inhabited 

the area. 

Wildlife World Zoo & Aquarium 

Chandler 

Open since 1984, the Wildlife Zoo & 

Aquarium boasts Arizona’s largest 

collection of exotic animals, most of 

which are from Africa including giraffes, 

monkeys, wild cats, birds and more. The 

open environment offers a natural setting 

for these animals to live and for visitors to 

enjoy. 

There are several rides to enjoy including 

the wildlife sky ride that will take you for 

a sky high tour of the entire park. After 

that, take a ride on the African Safari 

Train through the plains of Africa and see 

endangered antelope, gazelles, ostriches 

and more. 

The Aquarium portion of this adventure is 

the newest addition to this attraction. It 

contains over 180,000 gallons of water 

and consists of 75 indoor exhibits featuring 

fish, mammals, birds, invertebrates, 

amphibians, and reptiles located in three 

recently completed buildings. 

There are two restaurants on the grounds 

which are open for lunch and dinner 

daily. Menus vary and you can enjoy 

outdoor seating overlooking a new water 

feature with dozens of graceful Caribbean 

flamingos. 



Right On Par... 

When it comes to golf that makes even the greatest 

players restless with anticipation, the Scottsdale/Phoenix 

area tops the leader board. With 

more than 300 days of sunshine each year, no 

wonder hundreds of golfers from novice to professionals 

flock to the area to play on one of the 

over 200 courses available. Here are a few of our 

favorites: 

Kirkland Lake Golf Club 

Three nine-hole tracks designed by Scott Miller make 

up the layout. The Acacia nine is the pride and joy 

and is joined by the Ironwood and Mesquite nines. 

On the grounds of the Westin Kierland Resort and 

Spa, players have everything they could want and 

need in a resort just steps away. Great golf, phenomenal 

food, relaxing spa treatments and shopping.... 

enjoy! 

Wildfire Golf Club 

Named as one of Travel & Leisure Golf’s ‘2006 World’s 

Best Golf Resorts’, it is the desert gem of Phoenix 

and Scottsdale’s golf courses, offering exciting play 

as well as an unparalleled Arizona getaway. Golfers 

of all ages and levels can test their skills at one of 

Wildfire Golf Club’s two 18-hole championship Phoenix 

golf courses. Luxury doesn’t begin to describe all 

the amenities available here. 

Talking Stick Golf Club 

This course offers wide, wide, wide fairways (you 

could almost land a 747 on some of them). More 

than 200 bunkers come into play on the two courses 

at Talking Stick and these are not your normal bunkers, 

as the ones guarding the greens are very deep, 

giving players a worm’s-eye view of the contours of 

the green. With a new resort and casino just a driver 

away, this is one to check out for plenty of afterround 

and late-night entertainment options. 

Encanto Golf Course 

2775 North 15th Avenue, Phoenix • (602) 253-3963 

Listed in Forbes Magazine’s National Best Golf 

Courses, the Encanto Park offers an 18-hole golf 

course. This course was constructed in 1935 and still 

operates strong in the community. Surrounded by 

lush greenery and spectacular views Encanto Park is 

the third oldest of the state’s golf courses. 

Raven Golf Club 

3636 East Baseline Road, Phoenix • (602) 243-3636 

Awarded four and a half stars by Golf Digest the Raven 

Golf Club is the ideal destination for golf. The 

club offers an 18-hole golf course as well as banquet 

facilities, a restaurant and a golf academy. Membership 

in this club is available to residents of Phoenix 

and tee time booking are available. 

Phoenix Country Club 

2091 N 7th Street , Phoenix • (602) 263-5208 

Phoenix Country Club offers just a bit more for its 

members than most other courses in the area. Among 

its amenities are an 18-hole championship style golf 

course, tennis courts, a full gym and a beautiful restaurant. 

Booking of special events is also available 

with prior reservations. 



A Fun Day in 

Scottsdale 

McCormick-Stillman Railroad Park 

7301 E. Indian Bend Rd., Scottsdale, Az • (480) 312-2312 

In 1967, Scottsdale, Arizona received 30 acres of land as part of generous 

gift from Mr. & Mrs Fowler McCormick. Seven years later, construction 

of the town’s beloved railroad park began. Today, visitors can board the 

5/12-scale train at Stillman Station and enjoy a one-mile ride through 

the park’s beautiful grounds. Additional attractions include a playground, 

carousel, snack store in a caboose, and a display of restored locomotives. 

It is an educational and unforgettable experience for youngand old alike. 

Cracker Jax 

16001 N. Scottsdale Rd., Scottsdale, Az • (480) 998-2800 

Miniature golf, go-carts, bumper boats and more await your arrival at this 

fabulous fun park. It is a great place to bond as a family for an afternoon. 

It features three different miniature golf courses that accommodate puttputt 

novices and experts alike. Sports aficionados can participate in a 

friendly game of volleyball, test their skills in the batting cage or improve 

their swing by taking golf lessons from a PGA pro. 

Scottsdale Historical Museum 

7333 E. Scottsdale Mall, Scottsdale, Az • (480) 945-4499 

The small red schoolhouse serves as a repository of artifacts, photographs, 

documents, and art pieces detailing Scottsdale’s history. You’ll find a replica 

of an original schoolroom from the early years of the 20th century and 

an exhibit focusing on Winfield Scott, the Civil War veteran and minister 

who founded Scottsdale, Arizona. Plenty of memorabilia from the old west 

delights the family, and the adjacent gift shop sells books and souvenirs. It 

is a great addition to a day of shopping and eating in Old Town. 

McDowell Sonoran Conservancy 

16435 N. Scottsdale Rd., Scottsdale, Az 

(480) 998-7971 

McDowell Conservancy, the largest urban 

preserve in the nation, is an ideal outdoor 

retreat. Visitors can enjoy a variety of 

activities, including hiking, 

bicycling and horseback riding. The preserve 

includes extensive natural wildlife and 

desert flora. Visitors can view plants and 

animals rarely seen 

outside the area. For an untarnished 

outdoor adventure in Arizona, it doesn’t get 

more pristine than the McDowell Sonoran 

Conservancy. 

Interesting Facts 

1. The population of Phoenix consists of 1,455,632 residents. 

2. The original inhabitants of Phoenix were the Hohokam tribe. It was this 

tribe that is responsible for the creation of the paths that lead to the 

Grand Canyon. 

3. The petroglyph located in White Tank Mountain Regional Park was created 

by the Hohokam tribe and may be a depiction of the 1006 CE supernova. 

4. According to legend, severe flooding and droughts caused the Hohokam 

tribe to leave Phoenix. 

5. Akimel O’odham (translated as “river people”) settlements are located 

along the Gila River and believed to be descendants of the original Hohokam 

tribe. 

6. Other tribes that have lived in this area include the Yavapai and the Maricopa. 

7. In the 17th century there were only a few settlers in this area from European 

countries including Father Eusebio Kino. 

8. Settlers in the beginning of the 19th century included Mountain Men who 

hunted for animal pelts. Mexican wolves, deer and other animals were 

indigenous to this area. 

9. In its beginning Phoenix was part of the New Mexico Territory. This area 

was given to the United States at the end of the Mexican-American War. 

10. Fort McDowell was established in 1865 to protect settlers against attacks 

from the Indian tribes. 

11. A settlement, established by Hispanic workers on the Salt River, was the 

first after the disappearance of the Hohokam tribes. 

12. East Phoenix, originally known as Pumpkinville due to the large production 

of pumpkins near its canal, was also known as Helling Mill, Swilling’s 

Mill and Mill City. 

13. Lord Darrell Duppa, who said the city was “born from the ruins of a former 

civilization”, chose the name of Phoenix. 

14. Jack Swilling, a confederate solider, became the city’s first postmaster. The 

original post office was situated on a 320-acre track of land, which is now 

the downtown district of Phoenix. 

15. Tom Barum was elected the first sheriff of Maricopa County. His opponents 

Jim Favorite and John Chenowth were involved in a shootout that resulting 

in the death of Favorite. 





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