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Winter Adventures Statewide

THERE’S SOMETHING FOR EVERYONE!

CONTENTS January / February 2015

Ksenia Hartl

FEATURES

DEPARTMENTS

8 Blazing a New Trail

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TECH

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TECH

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EATS

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HEALTH

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DINING

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RESOURCE

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EVENTS/GROUPS

After recovering from a stroke, former Intel Vice President Sean Maloney is on the ride of his life to raise awareness for stroke prevention through Heart Across America.

BY CARRIE PIERCE

10 Camping in the Snow

Action Cams!

Useful Winter Apps

Be prepared for winter traveling and snow camping.

Learn what to wear, the essential equipment to pack and which foods to eat along the way.

Kale and Quinoa Soup

BY JOHN FINLEY

Winter Protection From Head to Toe

14 Running After 30

Running as a middle-age adult requires extra mental and physical preparation. Staying focused, having the proper attitude and setting realistic goals will help you make strides when training for your next race.

BY CURT DAVIES

18 Arizona Winter Adventures

Local Dog Friendly Restaurants 6 Books to Help You Discover Arizona Running, Cycling, Farmer’s Markets, Festivals

From hittiing the slopes in the high-country, to festivals in the desert, we’ve compiled a list of activities for everyone to enjoy this winter season.

BY TAMIE HAYWORTH

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PUBLISHER’S NOTE

Hello 2015!

Well here we are, another new year is upon us. Personally, I’m entering 2015 very thankful and optimistic. I appreciate everyone who has supported the magazine to this point. Not a day goes by where I don’t get a phone call or an email from someone who simply wants to tell me they found the magazine, and that they enjoy the content.

I have also heard from countless photographers and writers who want to get involved by sharing their services because they have a passion for the outdoors. Just as I suspected, there is an outdoor community in Arizona that is looking for a publication that speaks to them. We are working very hard to be that voice.

This issue has some great content that we are very proud of. One specific point of pride is our article on Sean Maloney. Sometimes in life you come across a person with such a remarkable story, that you can’t help but be moved. Sean is one of those people. His journey is one of perseverance and inspiration. I look forward to meeting and riding alongside him as he passes through Phoenix on his coast-to-coast bike ride for Heart Across America.

Aside from compelling editorial pieces, a major goal of AZ Outdoor Magazine is to be a resource for “things to do” and “how to do them”. This issue’s cover story is Winter Adventures. From hitting the slopes in the high country, to experiencing the Sedona Film Festival, hopefully we have touched on some activities that interest you.

I hope you enjoy the magazine and please, never hesitate to send me feedback.

In the meantime, we’ll be working on our March/April issue, which will be our Bike Issue.

We have a lot of interesting bicycle related content that I can’t wait to share with you.

Stay warm out there and enjoy the Arizona winter.

I’ll see you on the trail!

PUBLISHER Cliff Cook cliff@azoutdoormagazine.com MANAGING EDITOR Tamie Hayworth tamie@azoutdoormagazine.com CONTRIBUTING WRITERS Carrie Pierce, John Finley, Curt Davies, Sofia Deva, Tamie Hayworth ART DIRECTION, PRODUCTION & AD DESIGN Made You Look, Inc. hello@madeyoulookstudio.com PHOTOGRAPHY Diana Zalucky, Kendra Enriquez, Ksenia Hartl, Austin Ban ILLUSTRATION Kendra Enriquez ADVERTISING Cliff Cook 480-201-1851 cliff@azoutdoormagazine.com PUBLIC RELATIONS Bridges Media Group db@bridgesmediagroup.com 602-466-2128 DISTRIBUTION Ken Keppler Presidio Distribution 520-296-8024 kenkeppler@presidiodistribution.com

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AWARENESS

L I A R T W E N A G N I Z A L B ive t u c e x E l e t Former InLife Rides for

heartacrossamerica.org

BY CARRIE PIERCE

It was just an average Sunday morning when Sean Maloney went out for a morning run with his son. It was very nearly the last run of his life.

The Intel Vice President was in excellent physical shape, having been an avid runner and bicyclist for many years. In his delightfully rich, lilting English accent, Maloney conveys his pride that he beat his son George’s time that morning. Amusingly, he admits that “it was probably because my son went out very late the night before.”

What he did not know while he raced his son was that he was mere hours away from suffering a debilitating stroke that would change the direction of his life forever. He woke up a high-ranking Intel executive, and went to bed a stroke victim who would fight his way back to eventually become the founder of an organization dedicated to reducing strokes.

Soon after that morning’s run, Maloney

felt very strange. His son instructed him to go lie down, that he would stay and keep watch. Unbeknownst to him, Maloney had developed a blood clot in his carotid artery, causing a complete blockage of blood flow to his brain that left the entire right side of his body paralyzed.

Paramedics arrived and Maloney was rushed to the hospital. Though he remained conscious the entire time, he remembers nothing during the stroke. “I was totally out of it,” Maloney recalls. “It wasn’t until I was on a gurney in the hospital that I felt conscious again.”

Unfortunately, the stroke had caused severe aphasia, so while his thoughts were crystal clear again, he was frightened to

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find that he was unable to form words.

Exacerbating this new horror was the realization that he also had lost control over the right side of his body.

The body actually utilizes two carotid arteries, one on each side where they are fused at the base, then branch inside the neck. The external carotids on each side provide blood to features outside the brain such as the face and scalp, and the internals on each side bathe the front portions of the brain in oxygen rich blood. In Maloney’s case, one of his internal carotid arteries was blocked, leading the front portions of his brain to become severely oxygen-deprived.

Recovery was staggeringly slow and difficult. Maloney’s therapy, simply designed

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to help him learn to utilize his right side again and to speak normally, took many months. The recovery experience is one in which doctors must treat the patient’s learning process as they might an infant.

Stroke victims like Maloney must learn how to turn clear thoughts into speech all over again, while simultaneously re-learning motor co-ordination. In Maloney’s case, his speech therapy actually involved teaching him to utilize entirely different regions of his brain so as to allow him to verbalize again.

“The process was long, slow and incredibly frustrating,” says Maloney.

After Maloney’s stroke and months-long recovery, he did in fact return to work and was Chairman of Intel China from May 2011 until January 2013. After 31 years with the company, however, it was time to move on. His new calling: motivating others recently affected by stroke, and even more importantly, preventing strokes from happening at all. While it is a common misconception that the very fit are not in danger of such a debilitating event, Maloney is living proof that this is not true. He has become a passionate advocate for preventative care, and specifically encourages that everyone, including the very healthy and fit, take the time to have routine carotid artery ultrasounds.

The experience that would propel him toward a new life dedicated to stroke and heart attack prevention started out as a seemingly mundane request to speak for an organization called the Houston Aphasia Recovery Society. The group wanted him to relay his experiences, and provide some hope for those currently struggling. The experience was transformative, one in which he was bowled over by the positive encouragement he was able to provide.

He recalls with crystal clarity one particular individual who came to talk after his speech. The man described feelings of intense anger with himself for not having taken better preventative measures, leaving him in a debilitated state. “I told him what happened in the past was no longer important, Maloney says. Then, what seems to have become Maloney’s motto for poststroke recovery immediately came pouring out of his mouth: “Always think tomorrow will be better than today, because tomorrow will definitely be better than today.”

The experience speaking to stroke victims paved the way for Maloney’s current mission. Today, he is on the board of the American Heart Association and is the founder of Heart Across America, a stroke and heart health awareness organization. In

He’s on the ride of his life, riding for the lives of others.

March, he will be commencing an incredible 5,000 mile bike ride across the United States.

His organization will be using the impressive bike ride to raise funds though his site heartacrossamerica.org, to dramatically increase stroke and cardiac health awareness.

Maloney’s cross country ride will be stopping in ten major cities, where in partnership with local health organizations his team will be providing one day carotid artery ultrasounds and blood pressure checks. The American Heart Association’s ambitious goal is to reduce preventable heart attacks and strokes by 20% by 2020.

“It bothers me a great deal that every 50 seconds, someone dies of a heart attack and that every four minutes, someone dies of a stroke. These sobering statistics make heart attacks the number one cause of death worldwide—and strokes number three. We have got to do something,” Maloney says.

Now he’s on the ride of his life, riding for the lives of others.

For more information on how to ride, donate or get involved, visit www.heartacrossamerica.org.

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ADVENTURE

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BY JOHN FINLEY

Tips For Camping in the Snow “I have snow camped almost every winter since 1974 in one form or another. Sometimes by choice other times not.

After almost freezing my tail off sleeping in the back of my truck, snowed in at the top of the pass of the Beartooth Mountain Range one September, I have gradually learned how to be prepared for winter traveling and snow camping.”

Snow camping: What fun, right? Well, it can be if you approach the sport with the right frame of mind and the right equipment.

You don’t need to spend thousands of dollars, but you will need to carry more clothing and camp a little smarter than you would for 3 season camping.

Clothing – The Buzz Word is “Layers” Wear several layers of clothing that can be removed or un-zipped as you warm up. You should never wear a single warm layer. If you get too warm, you sweat. If you sweat, your clothing gets wet and loses its ability to keep you warm. You should start with a mid weight hydrophobic (water repelling) layer. The next one or two layers should be insulating layers (Polartech for high activity, Down for very low temperatures) with the last layer as wind and water protection. The same should hold true for your feet, head and hands.

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Sleeping Bag If you are sharing a tent with someone else, you may never need to have a sleeping bag that is rated lower than 0ºF. If it’s zero outside, it may be as warm as twenty inside the tent. One of the most important things to remember is that the cold ground will rob your body of its heat. Use two sleeping mats during the winter. Use a closed foam or insolite pad directly on the ground, then on top of that place a self-inflating pad. During the summer you can get by with the 3/4 length pads, but in winter use the full-length pads (the insolite pad may be 3/4 length if necessary). As for the bag itself: Down or fiber; either will work well. The only limitation will be in the amount of weight you will want to carry and the cost to go light (you can find an 8 lb. 0ºF bag for $40 all the way to a -55ºF 5 lb. bag that costs $700). Get a bag that is longer than you are tall.

This will give you enough room that you can put clothing or water

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bottles at the foot of the bag to keep them from freezing. Also, never totally cover your face with the sleeping bag so that you are breathing into the bag. This will cause water vapor to gradually dampen your bag. If you have to sleep with your head and face covered, throw one of your extra Polartech layers over your face. The water vapor will pass through the layer, but your head and face will stay warm.

dinner. Drink your fill of water (hot Tang, cocoa, coffee or tea), then fill your bottles before you go to bed. When you wake up in the morning you can start by heating the water you already have for your morning drinks. After breakfast, prepare the water you need for the rest of the day.

Food – Eat Well

This list can get very long, and can vary depending on the type of snow camping trip you go on. You can get by with almost nothing extra other than the pack to carry all of your supplies in, or all the way to a full expedition with a 6’ to 8’ toboggan, ropes, ice axe, crampons, skis, oxygen bottles and 50 lb. pack just to get you to the first stage of your camp.

Your body works harder when it’s trying to keep you warm. You will want to eat high protein and high fat combinations. Snack a lot. Hard candies and “tech” bars are great.

Instant breakfast drinks turn out to be great morning snacks while you are trying to get breakfast cooked (mix Carnation instant with an instant coffee packet for a great boost). Cook smart by making your morning supply of water (melted snow) right after

Equipment

EQUIPMENT SUGGESTIONS: Mountaineering Start with the proper clothing for the type of mountain, altitude and weather.

Internal frame backpack (5000-7000 cubic inches) Ice atxe (length will depend on your height) 60-90 cm Adjustable ski poles (depending on the type of mountain you may only need the axe) Stiff mountaineering boots Crampons Ski goggles Backcountry skis (wider than normal x-country) and/or snowshoes

MOST IMPORTANTLY

Always tell someone where you are going and when you plan on returning.

Sleeping bag rated -20ºF or lower 4 season tent (these will usually have 3 or 4 aluminum poles, two doors, vestibules front and back, etc.)

Sun block (SPF 50 or better) Aspirin, Motrin, etc. (for high altitude headaches)

Snow Camping Start with the proper clothing for the weather.

Winter Traveling Put an old coat, sweats, a pair of socks, a sleeping bag and a small shovel somewhere in the back seat or trunk of your car. Carry a gallon of water and food like breakfast bars, Pop-Tarts, granola bars, etc. Pack enough for at least one small meal. Plastic bags can be used as liners to keep your feet dry in wet boots.

Extra socks with plastic bags can be used as mittens. Flares are cheap and they work. You may want to carry three or four flares and some extra matchbooks.

Your whole “emergency kit” can fit within one 40-gallon garbage bag, which will keep everything dry and clean until you need them.

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Cross-country skis or snowshoes Toboggan (to haul gear) Sleeping bag rated 5ºF or lower (will depend on your local winter weather) 3-4 season tent Sun block (SPF 50 or better)

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TECH STUFF

GoPro HERO4

With stunning image quality and powerful new features, HERO4 cameras take Emmy® Award-winning GoPro performance to a whole new level. Choose from HERO4 Black, with incredible high-resolution 4K30 and 2.7K50 video and high frame rate 1080p120 video, or HERO4 Silver, which pairs pro-quality video and photo capture with the convenience of a built-in touch display. gopro.com $399.99-$499.99 – Professional Video up to 4K30 – Captures high-quality 12MP photos at speeds of up to 30 fps.

– Built-In Wi-Fi + Bluetooth for GoPro App, Smart Remote – Protune - Now for Video + Photos – Night Photo Lapse – Auto Low Light – High-Performance Audio – Ultra Wide-Angle Glass Lens – Selecable FOV: Three FOV settings – HiLight Tag – QuikCapture – SuperView: Captures the world’s most immersive wide-angle field of view.

– Durable + Waterproof to 131’ (40m) – Compatible with all GoPro Mounts: 60+ mounts and accessories – GoPro App + Software

Contour ROAM3

The new ROAM3 utilizes a waterproof and impact-resistant aluminum housing to allow it to function up to 30-feet underwater without a bulky case, all while retaining Contour’s elegant form factor. contour.com $199.99 – Waterproof up to 30 ft. without a case – Quick Photo Mode (5MP) – 270° Rotating Lens – Laser alignment – Long Lasting Built-in Rechargeable Battery – Locking Instant On-Record Switch – 8GB Memory Card Included – 1080p HD Video @ 30 FPS – Still Photo Mode – 170° wide-angle Lens

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Kodak PixPro SP360 Action Camera Moves beyond the typical front-facing lens to give you a full 360º view with a single lens. kodakpixpro.com $350.00 – 16 megapixel sensor – 1080p video recording – 10 megapixel still shooting at 10fps – Built in Wi-Fi with app control (iOS and Android) – NFC – Motion detection – A time lapse mode – 2m Shockproof, -10º freezeproof, dustproof, water-resistant body

EPIC HD 1080 Camera EPIC’s line of versatile mountable video cameras record in stunning High Definition and elevates the point of view camera category to new heights. gsmoutdoors.com $219.99 – 1080P HD Camera – Carbon Fiber Finish – Nano Water repellent coating – 1920 x 1080P HD digital video – 1080P @ 30FPS – 960P @ 30FPS – 720P @ 60FPS – 720P @ 30 FPS – WVGA @ 60FPS – Flip mode – Multiple mount applications – 1-9 still image action sequence – Adjustable still image (8.0/ 5.0 3 Megapixel) – 168° diagonal view angle – 32 GB SD Card compatible – Adjustable 10/30 second self timer – Auto balance/expose image quality control

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Useful Winter Apps FIRST TRACKS

An alarm clock that wakes you up early if it snows during the night.

Powder alarm – “6:00 am 5 inches of powder is waiting for you. Hurry up!”

Based on your location.

PHRESHEEZ

Track your runs. Find your friends.

Share the adventure. Now with SnowQuest Gaming! Track your epic day on Phresheez. Phresheez records your location while you explore the mountain. Take pictures, which are automatically uploaded to phresheez.com. Maps and charts of your day show your speed, vertical, difficulty and runs.

CLIMBING WEATHER

Up-to-date weather forecasts for over 300 rock climbing areas throughout the United States. Whether bouldering in Joshua Tree or big-walling in Zion, ClimbingWeather. com lets you know when to pull down and when to bail.

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Available in your App Store.

Not all apps are iOS and Android supported.

SIERRA AT TAHOE SKI RESORT

BCA BACKCOUNTRY ASSESSOR

The BCA app from Backcountry Access is designed to help backcountry skiers, snowboarders, and snowmobilers plan tours, assess the avalanche danger, and improve group communication. It provides a multitude of tools.

ITRAIL MAP

Download high-resolution trail maps of your favorite ski and snowboard resorts. You can use the maps WITHOUT cellular service. The maps are downloaded and stored on your iPhone or iPod touch.

Piste Maps of over 750 resorts currently available. For GPS tracking, 3D maps of the ski resorts, check out iTrailMap 3D. Skiing, snowboarding, cross-country, hiking, they’ve got you covered.

The official Sierra-at-Tahoe app for your next ski and snowboard experience. Features a GPS enabled, highly visual trail map. Check the live weather conditions, daily resort video reports, live webcams, and lift reports. Check-ins, live social interaction and friend finder can keep your snow experience fun and exciting. Easily access all of the mountain’s deals and be the first to find out about upcoming events.

TRACE SNOW

Trace Snow (formerly Alpine Replay) is the premier ski and snowboard tracking app and is ranked as the #1 winter sports app by Men’s Health magazine. Track your day on the mountain with Trace Snow by measuring speed, distance, vertical, calories and more. Made by skiers and snowboarders for skiers and snowboarders. Automatically separate your runs, tell which chair lifts you’ve taken, clock your time on the chairlift and much more!

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IT’S

RUNNING

AL ABO L MIN UT DSE T

Running After 30

Negative Nancy to Positive Polly

BY CURT DAVIES

R

unning long distance is more than just having a physically able body.

In fact, without a strong positive mindset, it can be the most strenuous task you ever set out to achieve.

A weak mindset could cause delays in your training program or failure to complete a race (just to clarify: this isn’t always the case). As a result, I have compiled different ways you can have a positive mindset when running a race whether it be for a marathon, half marathon, or even triathlon (or training for a race). Let’s find out, shall we?

Surround yourself with positive people When you surround yourself with positive people, you’re likely to have their positivity brush off on to you. It’s inevitable, which is a good thing. Think of all the people who are negative, and try your best to remove them from your life (sometimes, in certain circumstances, that’s not possible). Instead,

find groups who share similar interests with you, and are always happy and outgoing.

Even if you’re a little timid and shy, it can help you break out of your shell by surrounding yourself around positive, likeminded people. Try joining a sports club, or even going onto Meetup to locate long distance running groups around your area.

This is a great way for over 30s to make life-long friends with similar interests as your own.

Remind yourself that you can do it Months before the race even begins, you need to reassure yourself daily that you can do it and you’re not going to fail. A positive mindset is fundamental when running a long distance race. Even if you don’t feel you can do it saying, “I can do it” out loud can help you build your confidence, and eventually, you will genuinely believe you can do it.

Don’t be alarmed if you don’t think you can

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initially run the race – most people begin with this mentality, because let’s face it, these races are one heck of a long distance, and can feel unattainable at times, even for the best of runners. It may be a good idea to begin with a 5k race, and then build your way up to a full marathon.

Eat healthy Having a healthy diet, equates to a healthy mindset. Put the junk food away, and start eating more natural foods. Although it may not seem like eating more healthy foods will impact your mentality at the time, I can assure you that you will feel better after just one or two days of eating less junk. I’m not saying you shouldn’t treat yourself to a chocolate bar now and then (or even go crazy) but make sure you keep it as “now and then”, not on a regular basis. Remember, having a positive mindset when you’re over 30 can be more challenging than it was when you were younger.

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Think of things you appreciate in life Think of all the people in your life that you appreciate. Fortunately for you, you are more blessed than a lot of people in developing (third world) countries. The fact that you’re able to afford race entry fees, and even read this article on a device should put things into perspective of how good you have it. I understand it’s probably bad to compare happiness, particularly those in not-so-fortunate places, but the fact is, it can make us feel good if we know we genuinely have a good life; running just makes it that much better!

Stay focused on what you want to achieve Whether you want to simply finish a race, or make a certain time, it’s important that you stay focused on your goals, and not too much on other things (with exceptions of family and friends). Treat yourself with a good movie or a nice bottle of wine every now and then, but don’t forget about what you want to achieve from your race, and do whatever it takes to ensure you can achieve it. The months before running the long

distance event are crucial to work hard and be able to physically, as well as mentally, run the race.

Set realistic goals Instead of wishing you could be as good as Joan Benoit or Frank Shorter, start wishing you were as good as you can personally be.

There’s nothing worse than setting an unrealistic goal and not even getting close to achieving it, resulting in an overwhelming sense of disappointment and dissatisfaction. As mentioned, having a positive mindset is essential for every long distance runner. It helps with motivation and achieving your running goals. By following these points, you are guaranteed to go from Negative Nancy to Positive Polly.

“REMIND YOURSELF THAT YOU CAN DO IT!“

About the Author: Curt Davies is a marathon enthusiast who loves sharing his passion and knowledge with others. He is the founder of Marthon Driven, a website stacked with information and other goodies regarding marathon running and training for those over the age of 30. If you want to find out more about Curt and what he writes about, visit marathondriven.com.

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BENEFITING

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EATS

Kale and Quinoa Soup Ingredients 1 tablespoon of avocado oil 2 red onions sliced 1 cup celery diced 3 cups of shredded kale 2 cloves of garlic minced 1 cup of rainbow quinoa 2 quarts of vegetable or chicken stock 1 teaspoon cumin 1 tablespoon salt 1/2 tablespoon pepper Fresh herbs for garnish

Instructions 1) In a medium stock pot heat avocado oil for 2 minutes on medium to high heat 2) Add sliced onions and celery until lightly caramelized 3) Add kale, garlic, quinoa, stock and seasonings 4) Cover pot for 15 min until quinoa is cooked through 5) Serve and add the herbs of your choice Note: Add chicken breast or cubed beef to this recipe for a more hardy meal

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HEALTH

Winter Protection From Head to Toe

Protection from the Elements!

The cold, and brisk winter weather can cause havoc to your skin and hair.

Winter conditions strip the moisture from your skin and hair. Here are some tips to aide with combating the effects of cold weather on your body.

Hydration Winter season is here.

Don’t assume that cooler weather means you can skip being hydrated. Stick to the recommended 8 glasses of water a day. Winter sports are equally as strenuous as summer activities, causing you to perspire just the same.

If you feel thirsty, have a dry mouth, are lightheaded, can’t focus well, feel tired or notice your skin is dry then you need to drink more water.

Face/ Skin

Never skip moisturizer in the colder months and try to opt for one with an SPF. Oil-free lotions are recommended for the face in order to minimize clogged pores. For a more natural dry skin remedy, apply geranium, lavender or lemon oils.

For dry flaky skin, apply 1% hydrocortisone cream. Once the area clears, try a lotion with glycolic acid. During the winter months when heaters are a constant, turn on the humidifier to battle the hot dry air that’s all around you.

Head/ Hair

Dry hair and scalp can be repaired with simple things such as tea tree oil, honey or even adding apple cider vinegar to conditioners you already use. You can also make deep conditioners with things like avocado, mayo, olive oil, eggs, or even bananas.

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Body

Use body wash instead of bar soap. Treat yourself to a Milk and Oatmeal bath. Apply moisturizing lotion to your body liberally after bathing. Do your best to exfoliate often. Regular exfoliation can help remove dead skin cells.

Exfoliation also helps your moisturizer and skin care treatments penetrate better. Make your own homemade exfoliant by mixing sugar with olive oil.

Clothing

Along with taking care of your skin this winter, staying warm is a top priority. Investing in a high quality coat and a pair of boots are great if you live where you always have a white Christmas, but in Arizona owning that perfect winter coat may not be a necessity. Converting what you already have and adding a few new pieces can make your current wardrobe fit for an adventure in the snow. Layering winter clothes is important.

Wear natural fabrics as base layers. Don’t own a pair of snow pants? Try Scotch guarding an old pair of jeans for a water resistant finish.

Feet

As you dress for outside activities, make sure to keep your feet dry.

Wet feet inside your shoes can lead to fungal infections. Purchase a pair of waterproof or wool socks. Try a drying spray or powder before you put on your socks and shoes. Treat boots with Hydro-bead or Sno-seal, so you can play all day. No one likes wet feet!

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WINTER ADVENTURES

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Ski Resorts Arizona Snowbowl Flagstaff

With fresh powder, blue skies and breathtaking views, Arizona Snowbowl is a haven for the seasoned skiers and boarders, as well as the firsttimer.

“Snow” may not be the first word that comes to mind when you think about Arizona, but Arizona Snowbowl accumulates an average of 260 inches of snow each winter. The sun is never away for long, however, and Snowbowl is one of the best locations in the nation to ski on great snow in the warm sunshine.

With one of the best instructional programs in the Southwest, Snowbowl is the ideal resort for families and those putting their boots in the snow for the first time. Our professionally trained, bilingual instructors provide skiers and boarders of all levels a top-notch experience.

While you’re there check out Sunset Terrain Park.

Sunset consists of up to 12 medium to large jumps, 40 rails, boxes, and other jibs, and up to 10 other snow features such as hips, spines, etc.

Directions: Take I-17 North to Milton Road/Route 66. Turn left onto Humphreys Street. Turn left onto West Columbus Avenue. Take US Hwy 180 West/ North Fort Valley Road. Turn right onto North Snow Bowl Road.

Fees: Lift tickets vary by age and time of day.

Children 7 and younger, adults 70 and over present at the time of purchase will receive a FREE lift ticket. Season passes and holiday rates available. *Equipment rental is extra.

arizonasnowbowl.com

Located in the heart of Arizona’s White Mountains, Sunrise Park Resort is a three mountain recreational paradise with 65 runs that offer some of the finest skiing and snowboarding for all levels. Sunrise also features cross country ski trails, ice skating, sledding and a tubing area.

Directions: Get on I-10 East. Take AZ- 87 North and AZ-260 East to West Whipple Street in Show Low. Take the 1st right onto West Whipple Street. Turn right onto South Central Avenue. Continue onto East Woolford Road.

Turn right onto AZ-260 East/South White Mountain Road. Turn right onto AZ-273 South.

Turn left onto Sunrise Ski Road.

Fees: Lift tickets vary by holiday and nonholiday rates. Discounts will be given to active and retired military with valid ID. *Equipment rental is extra.

sunriseskiparkaz.com

Mount Lemmon Ski Valley Tucson

Mount Lemmon was named after Sarah Allen Plummer Lemmon who in 1881 trekked to the top of the mountain with her husband, John Gill Lemmon.

Mount Lemmon is the highest peak in the Santa Catalina Mountains located in the Coronado Forest. Mount Lemmon Ski Valley offers 22 trails supported by three lifts for all levels, a ski school and restaurants.

Directions: Follow I-10 East to North Freeway in Tucson. Take exit 256 from I-10 East.

Take West Grant Road and East Mt. Lemmon Hwy to East Ski Run Road.

Fees: Lift tickets vary by age and time of day. *Equipment rental is extra.

skithelemmon.com Arizona Snowbowl

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Dew Downtown Flagstaff Urban Ski and Snowboard Festival January 24 & 25, 2015 Flagstaff

For those entertained by watching or participating in extreme winter sports, make sure to check out The Dew Downtown Ski and Snowboard Festival.

This festival is held in the streets of downtown Flagstaff as winter sports enthusiasts of all ages jump and shred over urban obstacles, such as trash cans and guard rails. The event will also have activities for kids, live bands, a beer garden and more.

Directions: Take I-17 North to Milton Rd. in Flagstaff. Continue on Milton Road/ Route 66 to South San Francisco Street.

Fees: FREE to spectators

dewdowntownflagstaff.com Dew Downtown Flagstaff Urban Ski and Snowboard Festival Facebook Page

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WINTER ADVENTURES

Winter Camping, Cross Country Skiing, Snowshoeing and Fat Tire Mountain Biking Nordic Center Flagstaff

Nordic Center offers over 40 km of ski trails groomed for both classic and skate style skiing. With over 15 km of well-marked snowshoe trails that are the perfect location for a winter hike. Nordic recently added 50 km of trails specific for snow mountain biking. After your adventures, enjoy staying in a yurt or a log-sided camper cabin on the property with scenic foothill views of the San Francisco Peaks.

Directions: Take I-17 North to Milton Road/Route 66.

Continue onto US Hwy-180 W/N Fort Valley Road.

Fees: Adult Cross Country Ski, Snowshoe or Bike single day trail pass $18 on the weekend, $12 during the week, Children under 7 FREE. *Equipment rentals are available and NOT included in prices above.

flagstaffnordiccenter.com

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Arizona Balloon Classic January 23- 25, 2015 Phoenix

The 2015 Arizona Balloon Classic IV will feature hot air balloons participating in “Hare and Hound” Races and evening ”Glows”. The weekend will also include hot air balloon rides, paramotor flights and fireworks. Family fun zone with activities for the entire family including a 200 ft zip line, food, shopping and more.

Directions: Fear Farm Sports Complex. Loop 101 and I-10 West Fees: Admission for one day is $10 in advance; $15 at the gate. Active military and children 12 & under are always FREE. Group ticket packages available. General parking is $5.

abcfest.com

White Mountains Winter Fishing Pinetop-Lakeside/Show Low

Yep, winter fishing in the White Mountains does exist.

Some of the best winter fishing lakes are located in the Pinetop-Lakeside and Show Low area. A few we recommend are: Fool Hollow, Show Low, Concho and Becker Lakes.

Remember, only artificial lures and flies can be used during the winter months. The lakes may have a thin cover of ice at times, so watch the weather reports. A mild spell could leave these waters open and ready for fishing. Winter fishing in the high country can be an enjoyable experience for those who like a little peace and solitude. Don’t forget you still need a fishing license.

Directions: Get on I-10 East. Follow AZ-87 North and AZ260 East to West Whipple Street in Show Low. Take AZ260 East/South White Mountain Road to West Summer Haven Lane in Lakeside, Pinetop-Lakeside

Desert Gardens Gem & Mineral

January 01 - February 28, 2015 Quartzsite Quartzite is home to the Hi Jolly Monument, a tribute to camel driver Hadji Ali. This sleepy desert town awakes in winter, when its population swells from about 3,600 to more than one million with the arrival of visitors for the annual gem and mineral shows. This event is a rock collector’s paradise since the 1960’s.

Directions: West of Phoenix at the junction of I-10 and U.S. Highway 95

Fees: General fishing $37 (residents), $55 (non-residents), Children $5 (5yrs-17yrs)

Fees: FREE parking - FREE exhibits

www.gf.state.az.us

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WINTER ADVENTURES

Snowmobiling Mormon Lake Lodge

Mormon Lake is part of Arizona’s Coconino National Forest. The trail system provides approximately 54 miles of designated snowmobile routes south of Flagstaff.

Sledding

Wing Mountain

Directions: Take the Lake Mary Highway (FH3) about 21 miles from Flagstaff. Look for the Mormon Lake Village sign on the right side of the road.

Turn right and follow the road another 7 miles to Mormon Lake Lodge.

Wing Mountain is an organized snow play area with sled rentals and hot chocolate. No downhill skiing or trick snowboarders here. This is a safe place to hop on a sled and zoom downhill, build a snowman, have a snowball fight or just romp in the snow. It’s a great place for families and kids to play.

Fees: Guided Single Snowmobile tours through miles of forest trails: $60 single, $75 double Rates are per hour, 1- 2 hour tours Above rates include gas, helmet and guide.

Directions: Take I-40, follow U.S. Hwy 180 north 2.8 miles past Snowbowl Road to mile marker 226 (approximate), turn left onto Forest Service Road 222B.

mormonlakelodge.com

Fees: $15 per vehicle.

Cash or check only.

snowplayaz.com

Tubing

Elk Ridge Ski and Outdoor Recreation Area Elk Ridge Ski Area is a family-oriented ski, snowboard and tubing recreation area located in the Kaibab National Forest on Bill Williams Mountain. It features two surface lifts, 12 scenic alpine trails and the only certified tubing hill in the area.

Directions: Upon arriving in Williams, take 4th Street (Perkinsville Road) south approximately 2.5 miles to Ski Run Road (Forest Service Road 106). Take Ski Run Road 1.5 miles to Elk Ridge.

Chains or 4WD may be required during heavy snow.

Fees: Adults (13 yrs and up) $20 all day, 4-12yrs $15, 3yrs and under with a paid adult FREE.

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Arizona Outback Adventures Arizona

Arizona’s Sonoran Desert is full of things to do outside during the winter, from hiking or mountain biking the hundreds of trails systems, to road biking undulating pavement, or even kayaking the beautifully biodiverse desert rivers. Not sure where to start? Arizona Outback Adventures is a great resource. The Scottsdale-based outfitter and bike rental company operates guided hiking, biking, and Salt River trips year round and has a wealth of knowledge to make your adventure easy, comfortable, and fun. Or rent a bike, grab a map, and get out on your own. Want something bigger? Make a weekend of it. AOA offers weekend trips hiking in Grand Canyon.

Less crowds and the unique thrill of cold temps on the rim and desert-warmth in the inner canyon make winter hiking especially interesting. Going guided makes it easy to take off for the weekend. Transportation, Phantom Ranch reservations, permits, food, and a certified pro guide are all part of the mix.

What better way to enjoy the canyon?

aoa-adventures.com

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WINTER ADVENTURES

Sedona International Film Festival

February 21- March 1, 2015 Sedona Already recognized by filmmakers and audiences as one of the top festivals in the nation (and named the “Fest to Impress” by MovieMaker Magazine), the 2015 edition will continue a tradition of honoring those motivated by passion for their art and driven by a love for making timely, moving and important films.

Join filmmakers, celebrities, industry guests and film buffs from all around the world as Sedona takes center stage with its biggest celebration of film yet!

From features to shorts, documentaries to animation and foreign films to student films, you will be treated to a cinephile’s dream ... NINE DAYS and more than 160 films!

Directions: Take I-17 North to State Route 89A Fees: Ticket packages vary from $105$210, passes are also available.

SedonaFilmFestival.org

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56th Annual Tubac Festival of the Arts February 4-8th 2015 Tubac

Established in 1752 as a Spanish Presidio (fort), Tubac now hosts working artists whose studios surround the former parade grounds. Tubac is also the gateway to great birding, hiking, off-roading, mountain biking and golf found throughout Santa Cruz County. Tubac is a gentle breath of fresh air in an otherwise hurried world.

Directions: Take Interstate 10 towards Interstate 19 South. The drive is about 40 minutes from Phoenix, with Green Valley marking about the halfway point. Find and take exit number 34, make a left, going east, make another left to go north on the East Frontage Road.

tubacaz.com

The 27th Annual Renaissance Festival & Artisan Marketplace

February 7 - March 29, 2015 (Saturdays & Sundays) Gold Canyon Celebrating its 27th season, the Arizona Renaissance Festival is a medieval amusement park, a 13-stage theater, a 30acre circus, an arts and crafts fair, a jousting tournament and a feast – all rolled into one non-stop, day-long family adventure!

Directions: Take US Highway 60 East (Superstition Freeway) past Kings Ranch Road. The Festival Village is seven miles East of Apache Junction on US Highway 60 East.

Fees: Children: $12, Adults: $22, Seniors: $19 Tickets may be purchased online or at Fry’s for a discounted price. Tickets sold at event box office are standard price.

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DINING

local Dog

Friendly Restaurants You’re headed out for a bite to eat. Guilt approaches. How could you leave the pooch at home? Now, you don’t have to leave furry friend behind. We’ve compiled a list of dog friendly restaurants in The Valley.

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Before you head out, make sure your dog is trained. Also bring a leash, treats and a plastic baggy for when nature calls.

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Phoenix

Tempe

America’s Taco Shop 4447 N. 7th Avenue 32 Shea 10626 N. 32nd Street 5th Ave Café 502 W. Thomas Aunt Chilada’s 7330 N. Dreamy Draw Drive Cibo 603 N. 59th Avenue Duck and Decanter 1651 E. Camelback Road Duck and Decanter 3111 N Central Avenue #110 Duck and Decanter 1 N. Central Avenue Gallo Blanco 401 W. Clarendon Avenue Garage Public House 4855 E Warner Road Fez 3815 N Central Avenue Hazelwood’s First Place 3626 E. Indian School Road Hula’s Modern Tiki 4700 N. Central Avenue Humble Pie 2333 N. 7th Street Joyride Taco House 5202 N. Central Avenue La Grand Orange 4410 N. 40th Street Barrio Queen 7114 E. Stetson Drive Suite, 105 Lux Coffee Bar 4402 N. Central Avenue Milagro Grill 4280 E. Indian School Road Modern Grove 15530 N. Tatum Boulevard O.H.S.O. Eatery + nanoBrewry 4900 E. Indian School Road Postino 5144 N Central Avenue Postino 3939 E Campbell Avenue Spoke and Wheel 8525 N. Central Avenue Sylvia’s La Canasta 5504 N. 7th Avenue The Farm at South Mountain 6106 S. 32nd Street The Garage 1524 E. Bethany Home The Main Ingredient Ale House & Café 2337 N. 7th Street Timo on Central 8801 N. Central Avenue

Casey Moore’s Oyster House 850 Ash Ave D’lish 1135 E. Apache Boulevard Rula Bula 401 S. Mill Avenue Postino 615 S College Avenue The Handlebar 680 S. Mill Ave

Scottsdale

Inside the Bungalow 48 N. Robson The Monastery 4810 E. McKellips

5th and Wine 7051 E. 5th Avenue AZ 88 7553 Scottsdale Mall Blue Moose 7373 E. Scottsdale Mall Blu Burger 7366 E Shea Boulevard Café ZuZu (Valley Ho) 6850 E. Main Street Clancy’s 4432 N. Miller D’lish 2613 N. Scottsdale Road Dos Gringos 4209 N. Craftsman Court Dottie’s True Blue Café 4151 N. Marshall Way Duke’s Sports Bar 7607 E. McDowell Road Echo Coffee 2902 N. 68th Street Suite#135 Grazie 6952 E. Main Kelly’s at Southbridge 7117 E. 6th Avenue Morning Squeeze 4233 N. Scottsdale Road New York Bagels and Bialys 10320 N. Scottsdale Road Patties 7220 E. First Avenue Rehab Burger Therapy 7210 E. 2nd Street RnR 3737 N. Scottsdale Road Saguaro Hotel 4000 N. Drinkwater Boulevard Salty Senorita 3636 N. Scottsdale Road Sprinkles Cupcakes 4501 N. Scottsdale Road Stax 4400 N. Scottsdale Road The Herb Box 7134 E Stetson Drive

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Chandler BLD 1920 W. Germann Road Dos Gringos 1361 N. Alma School Road El Palacio Restaurant and Cantina San Tan Brewery 8 S. San Marcos Place Uncle Bear’s Bar and Grill locations in Mesa, Chandler, Ahwatukee and Surprise

Gilbert Joe Farm Grill 300 E. Ray Road Joe’s Real BBQ 301 N. Gilbert Road Liberty Market 230 N. Gilbert Road Postino 302 N. Gilbert Road

Mesa Litchfield Park Taps 76 N. old Litchfield Road

Glendale Cucina Tagliani 17045 N. 59th Avenue Haus Murphy’s 5739 W. Glendale Avenue Kiss the Cook 4915 W. Glendale Avenue Papa Ed’s Ice Cream 7146 N. 59th Avenue

Peoria 5 and Diner 7541 W. Bell Road Blu Burger 9828 W. Northern Avenue Suite#1705 Lakeside Bar and Grill 9980 W. Happy Valley Road Salty Senorita 8011 W. Paradise Lane

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RESOURCE

Books We Like (And we think you will too)

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2 Boots and Burgers: An Arizona Handbook for Hungry Hikers

Arizona Highways: The Back Roads Sam Negri

Roger Naylor

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4 Guide to Arizona Backroads & 4-WheelDrive Trails 2nd Edition

Arizona Highways Hiking Guide

Robert Stieve

Matt Peterson

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5 Mountain Biking Arizona Trail Guide: Fat Tire Tales & Trails

60 Hikes Within 60 Miles: Phoenix Charles Liu

Cosmic Ray

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EVENTS/GROUPS

RUNNING

EVENTS December 28 January 3 Across The Years Camelback Ranch, Glendale 9:00AM start New Years running celebration!

Open to all ages. Scenic course around the Camelback Ranch spring training facility. Food buffet every mile, well-lit course.

Organized by Nick Coury Type: 24, 48, 72, hour, 6, day aravaiparunning.com/ acrosstheyears January 3 Going the Distance 10k Kiwanis Park, Tempe 8:00AM start Join us for the second leg this season’s Going the Distance series with the Going the Distance 10K at Kiwanis Park in Tempe. This run will take place along the dedicating running paths.

Organized by StartLine Racing Type: 10k, run startlineracing.com January 3 31st Annual Resolution Run 5K Papago Park, Phoenix 8:00AM start A great way to start the New Year, shirts, refreshments, drawings for prizes, 5K run and walk with age division winners in each.

480.345.5752 runningmasters.net January 4 XTERRA White Tanks Trail Run White Tanks Regional Park, Waddell 8:00AM start 20k and 8k Trail Runs Organized by AZ Trail Race arizonaroadracers.com/events/ xterra-white-tanks-trail-run-1

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January 10 San Tan Scramble San Tan Mountain Regional Park, Queen Creek 7:00AM start Breathtaking scenery in the sonoran desert. Explore the San Tan, Hedgehog, Dynamite, and Goldmine trails in the rugged mountain outback.

Organized by Nick Coury Type: trail, 9k, 17k, 26k, 50k. aravaiparunning.com/san-tanscramble/

January 24-25 Coldwater Rumble Estrella Mountain Regional Park, Goodyear 7:00AM start Explore the Rainbow Valley, Dysart, Coldwater, Pedersen, Homestead, Gadesen, Butterfield, and Toothaker trails in the rugged mountain outback.

Trail Series: 4 mile, 20k, 20 mile Ultra Series: 52k, 52 Mile, 100 Mile aravaiparunning.com/coldwaterrumble/

January 10 Running With the Bulls: Toros 5K Mountain View High School, Mesa Stadium and local neighborhood 9:00AM start The Mountain View High School Student Council, in conjunction with involved community members, will be organizing this event with a primary purpose of supporting organizations.

Organized by MVT Student Council. mvt5k.com

January 24 Stride for Spines 5k/10k/Kids Dash Reach 11 Sports Complex 8:00AM start You hear it all the time - running is all about putting one foot in front of the other. But for some, it isn’t that simple! Join StartLine Racing and Ultimate Stamina Coaching as we host Stride for Spines Dash.

Organized by StartLine Racing arizonaroadracers.com/events/ stride-for-spines-5k-10k-kidsdash

January 17 The Color Dash Reid Park, Tucson 11:30AM start 5k Fun Run/Walk.

Charity: Ben’s Bells Project Kindness Education in schools. thecolordash5k.com

January 24 The Color Dash Goodyear Ballpark, Goodyear 11:30AM start 5k Fun Run/Walk Charity: Homeless Youth Connection thecolordash5k.com

January 17 KiDS ROCK Arizona Tempe Beach Park 9:00AM start Finishing a marathon is child’s play with KiDS ROCK Arizona – a one-mile fun run for children in grades K–6. This noncompetitive, non-timed event is all about having fun and making it to the finals.

Organized by Competitor Group runrocknroll.competitor.com/ arizona/kidsrock January 18 P.F. Chang’s Rock ‘n’ Roll Arizona Marathon & 1/2 Marathon Downtown Phoenix at Cityscape 7:45AM start Organized by Competitor Group runrocknroll.competitor.com/ arizona

January 25 Family Fitness 5k & 1.3 Mile Pueblo Middle School, Chandler 9:00AM start Kyrene del Pueblo Middle School’s PTO & Corona del Sol High School Cross Country Team have partnered to host a unique fundraiser that encourages families to have fun while being active together.

Organized by Cheryl Thompson arizonaroadracers.com/events/ family-fitness-5k-1-3-milerunning-event-1 January 31 Desert Classic Marathon, Half Marathon, and 5K Riverboat Village, Surprise 7:00AM start Organized by Hal Gensler 602.684.1496 arizonaroadracers.com/events/ desert-classic-marathon-halfmarathon-and-5k-3

January 31 Going the Distance 15k/5k Reach 11 Sports Complex, Phoenix 8:00AM start Join us as we reach the midway point in this season’s Going the Distance series with the Going the Distance 15K / 5K. Organized by StartLine Racing 480.338.7041 arizonaroadracers.com/events/ going-the-distance-15k-5k January 31 Sedona Marathon Sedona Medical Center, Sedona 9:00AM start The 10th Annual Sedona Marathon Event consists of four races, 5K, 10K, Half Marathon and Full Marathon, which will take participants through the scenic Coconino county.

Organized by Sedona Chamber of Commerce & Tourism Bureau – 928.204.1123 sedonamarathon.com January 31 The Color Dash Graham City Fairgrounds, Safford 11:30AM start 5k Fun Run/Walk Charity: Graham County Substance Abuse Coalation thecolordash5k.com February 1 XTERRA McDowell Mountain Trail Run McDowell Mountain Regional Park, Scottsdale 8:00AM start 15 mile and 7k Trail Runs Organized by AZ Trail Race aztrailrace.com February 1 Superb Owl Shuffle 5K Kiwanis Park, Tempe 8:00AM start Start Superb Owl Sunday morning right with a football-themed tailgate party, fitness “Endzone” expo and 5K race through beautiful Kiwanis Park in Tempe.

Organized by The Night Run, Inc., an Arizona 501(c)(3) public charity. superbowlshuffle.org February 7 PV Schools Community 5K run Horizon High School, Scottsdale 9:00AM start allazrunningevents.com/calendar. html

February 7 Running of the Nerds Pera Club, Tempe 9:00AM start 1 Mile, 5K, 10K You will be helping 82 students fulfill their fundraising goal for their 2016 Senior Trip to Washington, D.C. This is the one and only opportunity the CPA students will have to help offset the cost related to their educational trip. endurancecui.active.com/eventreg/select-race?e=10708653 February 7 Casa Grande 5K & Half Marathon Central Arizona College, Coolidge 7:30AM start Come Run, Walk, or Jog with your Friends, Family, and Co-Workers!

This fun event is on a flat and fast course.

Chuck Simonette – chuck@simonette.net 520.414.3744 casagrandehalfmarathon. itsyourrace.com/ February 7 The Color Dash West Wetlands Park, Yuma 11:30AM start 5k Fun Run/Walk Charity: Arizona Children’s Association thecolordash5k.com February 8 Runner’s Den Pancake Run Paradise Valley Mall, Phoenix 7:00AM start 10K, 5K Run, 5K Fitness Walk, Diaper Derby (50 meters).

10K 9:15AM 5K 8:00AM Diaper Derby 8:30AM Rob Wallack – 602.277.4333 runnersdenrace.com February 14 Black Canyon Endurance Runs Mayer 6:00AM Rolling single track and sweeping landscapes on this downhill course make it a race to make!

Type: trail, 18k, 50k, 100k Nick Coury – 602.828.6629 aravaiparunning.com/network/ blackcanyon

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EVENTS/GROUPS February 15 Lost Dutchman Marathon Prospector Park, Apache Junction 7:00AM start Four different race distances in a quiet rural setting. Our featured race is a USAT&F certified point to point marathon.

Grady McEachern – 480.983.1500 lostdutchmanmarathon.org February 15 The IMS Arizona Marathon Jobing.com Arena, Glendale 7:00AM start Marathon - Relay - Half - 5k A run, walk, and jog event.

This Boston Qualifier starts in Verrado with a gentle downhill start. The rest of the course is flat with a small overpass climb, ending with a PR course. thearizonamarathon.com February 20 Ragnar Relay Del Sol Sunset Park, Wickenburg 7:00AM start 203.1 Mile Relay Run. ragnarrelay.com/race/delsol February 21 Elephant Mountain Cave Creek Regional Park 7:00AM start Breathtaking scenery in the sonoran desert. Explore the Slate, Quarts, Go John, and Spur Cross trails in the rugged mountain outback.

Type: 12k, 22k, 35k, 50k, trail 50km : 7:00am, 22km : 8:00am, 35km : 7:30am, 12km : 8:30am Nick Coury – 602.828.6629 aravaiparunning.com/elephantmountain/ February 21 Second Annual 5K Race / Walk by Friends of the Poor Spirituality Center at St. Rose Philippine Duchesne and the Mission of the Good Shepherd 9:00AM start The profits will help build a food pantry at St. Rose and provide temporary emergency subsitence for families who are suffering.

Organized by Beverly Geiger McCarty, The Society of St. Vincent de Paul Conference of St. Rose Community – 623.465.9740 stroseparishaz.org

February 22 The 7th Annual Reverse JCC Scottsdale Adult & Youth & Relay Sprint Triathlon & Duathlon The Valley of the Sun Jewish Community Center Pool 7:15AM start Everyone can get in on the fun …we have Youth & Adult divisions as well as relay team competitions. www.active.com/scottsdale-az/ duathlon/races/the-7th-annualreverse-jcc-scottsdale-adult-andyouth-and-relay-sprint-triathlonand-duathlon-2015n-2015 February 28 BMO Harris Bank Phoenix Marathon Usery Park to Mesa Riverview, Mesa 6:30AM start Marathon 26.6 Mile Run, Half Marathon 13.1 Mile Run, 10k Run, 1K Kid’s Fun Run/Walk. thephoenixmarathon.com February 28 The Color Dash London Bridge Beach, Lake Havasu City 11:30AM start 5k Fun Run/Walk Charity: Havasu Community Health Foundation & Havasu Health Walk Challenge thecolordash5k.com March 7 Run to Fight Children’s Cancer: 10K run, 5K run/walk and Survivors’ Walk Grand Canyon University 5K start time: 7:30AM 10K start time: 7:50AM Cancer Survivors’ Walk: 8:45AM The Run to Fight Children’s Cancer features family entertainment including arts and crafts, music, jump castles, clowns, and more! gcuraceseries.com/phoenix/ general-info.php March 7 The Color Dash Green Valley Pecan Co., Sahuarta 10:30AM start 5k Fun Run/Walk Charity: Retired Paws thecolordash5k.com

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Mar 7 Going the Distance Half Marathon & 5K (There are 5 events in this series) Rose Mofford Sports Complex, Phoenix 8:00AM start Join us for the fourth leg in our Going the Distance Series - the Going the Distance Half Marathon & 5K. The course will take you through the trails at Rose Mofford Sports Complex in Phoenix.

Get your miles in while earning points for the chance to win an all expense paid trip to the San Francisco Half Marathon! info@startlineracing.com 480.338.7041 startlineracing.com March 8 2nd Annual Scottsdale Giant Race 7:00AM start Scottsdale Stadium Includes complete game 9K, strike 3 mile, kids race & family relay, the courses tour scenic Scottsdale before finishing on the field of Scottsdale Stadium, 9K and 3 mile finishers receive a technical shirt & medal, $20-75 415.972.1881 scottsdalegiantrace.com March 8 The Age group GENERATION’s Adult & Youth Sprint Triathlon & Duathlo City of Peoria Sunrise Pool 6:30AM start The City of Peoria & Sports Authority presents The Age group GENERATION’s Adult & Youth Sprint Triathlon & Duathlon.

Adult two or three person Tri-Relay: Same distances as Maxi Tri Individual.

MINI TRI: Adults: 225 yd. Swim, 9.0 mi Bike, 1.5 mi Run MAXI TRI: Adults: 425 yd. swim, 12 mi Bike,3.1 mi Run Youth Reverse Tri: 1/2mi. run , 3 mi. Bike; Swim 100 yds.

MAXI DU: Adults: 1/2 mi. Run, 12 mi. bike, 3.1 mi. Run trifamilyracing.com March 8 11th Annual Arizona Fallen Officer Memorial 5k Walk & Run Wesley Bolin Plaza, Phoenix 7:00AM start Concerns of Police Survivors — Rebuilding Shattered Lives copsarizona.org

March 14 Color Fun Fest 5K Phoenix Ak-Chin Pavilion Color Fun Fest brings the Holi Festival and the electronic dance movement together for the first time with a day and night glowing color 5K run. Join us at the finish line as we celebrate life with an after party of mass color and high voltage dance music.

Day Run: The day run will take place in the afternoon while the sun is still shining Night Run: The Night run will take place soon after sunset *time & date subject to change* colorfunfest5k.com/locations/ phoenix/#.VHS5SYtd7yg March 21 SHAMROCK RUN Old Town Scottsdale 6820 E. 5th Ave. 5:30PM start Celebrate your inner Irish spirit with The Shamrock Run/Walk.

We are very happy to make a return to Old Town Scottsdale so get your green on and welcome spring to the Valley of the Sun. This course follows the banks of the Arizona Canal between 56th St and Goldwater. Work up a thirst and enjoy happy hour drink specials at the onsite bar. Tech shirts for all participants!

4peaksracing.com/events/ shamrock-run-2105 March 28 ARIZONA BADASS DASH™ | TEMPE, AZ Kiwanis Park 6:00AM start Each BADASS Dash will boast up to 35 unconventional, but achievable obstacles that are truly “BADASS”. Although each race will have a minimum of 25 obstacles, not every race will have the same obstacles and you won’t know every obstacle that is on the course as the element of surprise is BADASS itself! badassdash.com

Mar 29 3rd Annual Reverse JCC Scottsdale Adult & Youth & Relay Sprint Triathlon & Duathlon Valley of the Sun Jewish Community Center 6:30AM start MINI TRI: Adults: 250 yd. Swim, 9.5 mi Bike, 2 mi Run MAXI TRI: Adults: 500 yd. swim, 12.6 mi Bike, 4 mi Run MAXI DU: Adults: 2 mi Run, 12.6 mi Bike, 2 mile run Youth: 100 yd. Swim, 3.1 mi Bike; 1/2 mi Run Adult 2 or 3 person Relay teams – Same as Maxi listed above MAXI 500 yd. SWIM ONLY trifamilyracing.com/events.html

GROUPS/TEAMS American Diabetes Association Training programs designed for all levels. 602.861.4731 Feel the Heat Track Club Tempe Tuesdays and Thursdays.

A competitive, USATF, fun environment for track & field/long distance athletes at all levels. speedbyrawle.com/default.aspx Arizona Road Racers Phoenix Group promoting health and well-being through running. arizonaroadracers.com East Valley Runners Gilbert For the beginning to experienced runner, walker, triathlete or ultra-runner. eastvalleyrunners.com Glendale Flash Glendale facebook.com/GlendaleFlash Northern Arizona Trail Runners Association Group runs at various trails on Saturday mornings. natra.org Landis Tri-Club landistriclub.com/ Arizona Flames Track Club Chandler A member of the USAF. azflames.com

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AZ TriClub A triathlon club based in Phoenix with club meetups in and around the East Valley. aztriclub.com

Running Arizona Phoenix Training for individual running goals. runningarizona.com

Arizona Track N’ Trail Runners SE Valley, Chandler/Gilbert aztntrunners.com

RX Running & Racing Tempe Coaching plans, running camps, and member support. rxrunning.com

First Triathalon Club Phoenix Group for triathalon and other multi-sport enthusiasts. Athletes of all ability levels. firstwavetri.com Marathon Coaching Consultants Phoenix Marathon training for athletes from high school runners, college teams, to Club teams. marathoncoachaz.com Nike+ Run Club at Nike Scottsdale Scottsdale Classes for athletes of any skill level. @NikeScottsdale OEP (Optimizing Endurance Performance) Goodyear A small group that meets bi-weekly for morning runs. optimizing.wix.com/oep3# Performance Sports Running/Cycling Club at Class Fitness Scottsdale 7 days a week.

Training classes for all levels and athletes to prepare them for any distance, triathlons, and Ironman. classaz.com Phoenix Bobcats Track and field club for all ages and ability. phoenixbobcats.org

Sedona Roadrunners Sedona Weekly runs (road/trail) for all ages and abilities. sedonaroadrunners.com See Mommy Run Resource site for Arizona Moms to locate or start own running/walking group. seemommyrun.com/az Start 2 Finish Running Club Phoenix For the competitive and non-competitive runner, start2finishrunning.com Thunder Mountain Running Club Sierra Vista thundermountainrunningclub.org

Tri-Mesa Mesa Arizona Triathlon Club tri-mesa.com Tucson Tri Girls Tucson Meet monthly at TriSports.com Store. Member and non-members tucsontrigirls.org Vail, AZ Moms Run This Town Vail Free club for all (no need to be a mom), and all levels of ability. vailazmomsrunthistown.weebly.com

Phoenix Team Diabetes Phoenix Team Diabetes Phoenix is the marathon and half marathon training program of the American Diabetes Association and runs every year at PF Chang’s Rock-N-Roll marathon. main.diabetes.org Quest Club of Arizona Phoenix Adult running club located in the Phoenix Camelback Corridor/Biltmore area. azquestclub.com/blog

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West Valley Runners Peoria Join fellow runners for short, medium or long workouts. All levels of runners welcome. meetup.com/runners Wildcat Running Club Tucson M-Friday at the Rec, 6PM. Open to the Uof A students, faculty, and locals. sites.google. com/site/uofarunningclub/

CYCLING

EVENTS January 10 12 hours in the Papago MTB Papago Park, Tempe 7:00AM start – 7:00PM 12 Hours in the Papago will test you like never before. Get ready for a highly entertaining new course in 2015 to kick off your racing season. Ride solo, with a friend or on a team to tackle this looped course in Tempe’s infamous Papago Park to rack up as many laps as possible.

12hoursinthepapago.com January 11 Casa Grande Century 8:30 AM start Start and Finish at Safeway Foods at 4970 S. Alma School Road, Chandler. There is no mass start – this is not a race – but, Century Riders must be on the road by 8:30AM. All other riders are requested to be on the road by 9:00AM. cgc@pmbcaz.org pmbcaz.org/casagrande.html February 13 - 15 23rd Annual John Earley Memorial Valley of the Sun Stage Race Location TBD Time TBD The Valley of the Sun bike race is a three-day event in which professional and amateur road racing cyclists of different categories compete for cash and prizes. A stage is held each day consisting of a time trial, a road race and a criterium. wmrc.org/vos2015

March 1 Tour de Cure – Tucson Tucson Harley Davidson – 7355 Interstate 10 Frontage Rd. Check-in time: 6:45AM - 7:15AM depending on race length The Tour is a ride, not a race.

Whether you are an occasional rider or an experienced cyclist, there is a route just for you.

A day full of fun and excitement where riders of all levels join forces in the fight to Stop Diabetes® and raise critical funds for diabetes research, education and advocacy in support of the American Diabetes Association.

Mary Rein – mrein@diabetes.org 602.861.4731 x7093 http://main.diabetes.org/site/ TR?fr_id=10185&pg=entry March 21 Tour de Cure – Phoenix REACH 11 Sports Complex, 2425 E Deer Valley Road.

Check-in between 6-9:00AM depending on race length.

Showcasing the splendor of the Sonoran Desert in full bloom, the Phoenix Tour de Cure offers cyclists the opportunity to experience the beauty of the Southwest in spring. http://main.diabetes. org/site/TR/TourdeCure/ TourAdmin?pg=entry&fr_id=10175 March 28 4th Annual The Nogales Bicycle Classic Nogales High School, Nogales The Nogales Bicycle Classic is not only a fun family event, but proceeds benefit The Circles of Peace, an amazing restorative justice program that serves Santa Cruz County residents.

3 Ride Lengths & “Fund Ride” 114 Miles - 6:45AM start 53 Miles - 7:00AM start 33 Miles - 7:15AM start “Fund Ride”* - 8:00AM start til 10:00AM and FREE! *Fund Ride Ages 12 and under only Children can collect pledges from family and friends to raise money at $1 lap for Circles of Peace. We will use the track at the Nogales High School. The Pledge Form will be posted soon. Pledges can be delivered the day of the event or within 30 days of the conclusion of the event. info@nogalesbicycleclassic.org

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MISCELLANEOUS The Cycling House’s signature camp, 6 days/5 nights, The Tucson Training Camp.

January 13–18 January 27–February 1 February 3–8.

February 10–15.

February 24–March 3 Meet your training goals in Tucson. With its perfect temperatures, varied terrain, and outdoor swimming pools, Tucson is the ultimate riding and triathlon destination. Whether you are a veteran Ironman triathlete or a road racer looking to upgrade a category, we can ensure an unforgettable training experience in this incredible place. thecyclinghouse.com/trip/ tucson-arizona/

GROUPS/TEAMS Performance Great Ride Series Chandler meetup.com/PerformanceSaturday-Social-Group-Ride Team DNA Racing Phoenix dnacycles.com Swiss American BC Peoria swissamericanracing.com Bicycle Haus Phoenix specializedriders.com San Tan Phoenix santanracing.com Web-Op op-yours.com Team Winded teamwinded.com Two-Wheel Jones Racing Mesa facebook.com/twowheeljones Team Tolero Oro Valley teamtoleroracing.com Mountain Velo CT Phoenix ragecycles.com

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EVENTS/GROUPS Procon Cycling Phoenix proconcyclingaz.com Biking for a Purpose Phoenix 602.570.1317 The Real Gift Foundation Scottsdale therealgift.org Team Bicycle Ranch Scottsdale bicycleranch.com

American Bicycle Association Chandler facebook.com/USABMX Global Bikes Chandler facebook.com/globalbikes Absolute Bikes Teams Flagstaff absolutebikes.net Red Rock Racing Flagstaff facebook.com/RedRockRacing

White Mountain Road Club Tempe wmrc.org

RIDECLEAN Flagstaff facebook.com/ridecleanteam

Aggress Tucson teamaggress.com

La Roue D’OR, LLC Glendale larouedor.com

DCB Extreme Adventures Tucscon dcbadventures.com

Mountain Bike Association of Arizona Mesa mbaa.net

El Grupo Youth Cycling Club Tucson elgrupocycling.org Presteza Tucson presteza.com Saguaro Velo Tucson saguarovelo.org Southwest Hand Cycling Team Tucson southwesthandcycling.org

Eclipse Racing trisportscycling.com University of Arizona Tempe uacycling.com Yuma Bike Club Yuma yumabikeclub.org Verde Valley Cycling Club Sedona vvcc.us

Summit Velo Tucson summitvelo.org

Prescott Cycling Prescott prescottbikeped.org

The Cycling House Tucson thecyclinghouse.com

West Valley Cycle Goodyear westvalleycycle.net

AZ Bike Club azbikeclub.com

Underground Crit The Underground Crit is a fun neighborhood group ride. No permits, no insurance, and you are riding at your own risk!

Phoenix undergroundcrit.com

Tempe Bicycle Action Group Tempe biketempe.org Southwest Bicycles Cycling Club swbcc.org ASU Cycling Team Tempe asucycling.org

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RESOURCES The Mountain Bike Association of Arizona The MBAA promotes, protects and preserves the Arizona trail experience through advocacy, education and responsible recreational and competitive mountain biking. mbaa.net Rusty Spoke Community Bicycle Collective A volunteer based organization to bicycle advocacy in the Phoenix community. Provide space for DIY bicycle repair and recycling, to encourage bicycle awareness through education and outreach. rustyspoke.org Bike Co-Op During the academic year, the Bike Co-Op on the Downtown Phoenix, Polytechnic and Tempe campuses provides students with the tools and instruction they need to keep their bikes running smoothly and efficiently. fitness.asu.edu/services/bike-co-op

Flagstaff Biking All things Cycling in Nothern Arizona. flagstaffbiking.org Phoenix Spokes People Phoenix Spokes People is a group of urban bicyclists dedicated to making Phoenix a friendlier, more welcoming place to ride a bike. phoenixspokespeople.org PHX Bikelab Promotes the bicycle as the noblest form of transportation, a mode which brings people and communities together. phxbikelab.org SteveBay Facebook Group SteveBay is a place to buy / sell stuff and place bro deals...Reach out to our athlete friends and sell your stuff because one man’s trash is another man’s treasure! www.facebook.com/ groups/183937968413697/

HIKING N W

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GROUPS The Hiking Hikers Hiking Group (“3H”) Phoenix (“3H”) is an outdoor activities group, that seeks, through its members and member volunteers, to provide a supportive, nurturing environment for people to enjoy and explore the outdoors; increase awareness of and protect beautiful wild places; and promote physical conditioning and encourage personal growth. meetup.com/threeh Trail Mix Hiking Scottsdale Arizona is one of the best places to go hiking and visit the great outdoors. At Trail Mix Hiking, we hope to bring together those like minded individuals who share a passion for hiking and want to experience nature. All ages are welcome to join us (humans and dogs). Our hikes are typically intermediate with some more challenging treks thrown in, each hike is different. meetup.com/Trail-Mix-Hiking Arizona and Beyond Under 35 Backpacking and Hiking Phoenix This group is for backpacking enthusiasts under the age of 35.

Our group is informal and expect to see meetups several times a month. Our meetups will be mostly backpacking trips with day hikes being scheduled as the calendar permits. Suggestions are always welcome as to places to hike and backpack. Please do not be intimidated that you have to be approved by an Organizer to join our group. New members are always welcome regardless of your skill level. Please feel free to attend our monthly informal meeting. www.arizonaandbeyond.com www.meetup.com/Arizona-andBeyond-Backpacking/

FOR THE FAMILY FESTIVALS & EVENTS January 3 Gilbert Art Walk Gilbert - WaterTower Park Fine unique items such as woodworking, photography, ceramics, one-of-a-kind custom jewelry, original paintings, handmade wearable items, soaps and more, also live entertainment and a family arts & crafts area.

Free, 9:00AM – 1:00PM 480-329-9619 gilbertartwalk.com January 3 Jerome Art Walk Jerome Visit more than 30 of the unique art studios and galleries, meet the artists and see handcrafted art including jewelry, pottery, glass, leatherwork, clothing, paintings and sculpture and more made both locally and internationally.

Free, 5-8:00PM jeromeartwalk.com January 3 Day at the Ranch Camp Verde - Jackpot Ranch Arizona Equestrian Connection is hosting a day at the ranch which includes hay rides, paddle boating, swimming, water slide, mini cart rides, fun dress-up photos, geo caching, catch and release fishing, giant tree house and more.

Free, Saturdays and Sundays 10:00AM – 3:00PM 602-314-5413 facebook.com/aecatjackpotranch January 4 Fish Out of Water – A Unique Exhibit featuring Gyotaku Desert Botanical Garden includes impressions of fish from local canals, rivers, lakes and ponds by using an ancient Japanese technique called gyotaku. The exhibit celebrates the water that sustains presentday societies in Arizona.

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January 5-11 Sedona Winter MusicFest Sedona - Hilton Sedona Resort & Spa Features amazing young artists who are re-defining chamber music for today and the future.

928-204-2415 ChamberMusicSedona.org January 8-31 13th Season of Native Trails Presented by the Fort McDowell Yavapai Nation, Series of free festivals celebrating Native American culture, highlighting tribes from across Arizona including Fort McDowell Yavapai, Hopi, Dine’ and Apache nations, Native American music and dance, traditional flutes and drums, arts, crafts and jewelry also available.

Free, most Thursdays & Saturdays, 12:00PM - 1:30PM 480-421-1004 experiencescottsdale.com January 10 4th Annual Gunfight at Old Tucson Tucson - Old Tucson See the fastest gunfighters in the southwest compete head to head in fast draw oldpueblogunfighters.com January 10 20th Annual Glendale’s Glitter & Glow Block Party Glendale - Murphy Park Hot air balloons & 500,000 twinkling holiday lights, more than a dozen bands perform all genres of music, and several street performers.

Free, 4:00-10:00PM 623-930-2299 glendaleaz.com/events January 10 Living History Day at Tucson Presidio Tucson - Tucson Presidio A replica of the city’s original adobe-walled fortress with museum/gift shop, re-enacts 1775-1856 Tucson life, with craft and food-making demonstrations, soldier drills and more.

Free, 10:00AM- 3:00PM 520-837-8119 tucsonpresidiotrust.org

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January 14-18 22nd Annual Wings Over Willcox Birding & Nature Festival Willcox Community Center A celebration of birds, nature and culture, includes guided tours and field trips for bird watching, photography, geology, ranching, agriculture, history and more.

Seminars, a crafts and trade show, live animal educational booths, workshops, banquet, silent auction and keynote speaker. $5-90, 800-200-2272 wingsoverwillcox.com January 14-16 16th Annual Automobiles of Arizona Phoenix - Arizona Biltmore Some of the world’s most influential automobiles will be offered for sale.

800-211-4371 rmauctions.com January 14-18 15th Annual Russo and Steele “Sports and Muscle” Car Auction Scottsdale Features more than 500 sports cars, muscle cars and hot rods, presenting the finest in European Sports, American Muscle, Customs and hot rods, memorabilia auction, supports local charities, $20, 480-517-4005 russoandsteele.com January 16-18 5th Annual Havasu Hot Air Balloon Festival & Fair Lake Havasu City Nautical Beachfront Resort Hot air balloon ‘Mass Ascension’, Balloon Night Glow, sky divers, arts and crafts, antique and classic cars, carnival rides, dog shows, kids’ events, kite displays, balloon rides (tethered and untethered), live musical entertainment, food vendors, beer garden, and more. $10, 6:00AM 928-486-7979 havasuballoonfest.com

January 17-18 Casa Grande Main Street 15th Annual Historic Downtown Street Fair & Car/Bike Show Casa Grande More than 180 exhibitors sell art, pottery, jewelry, clothing, sculptures, food, entertainment, 180 unique cars and bikes. Free.

Street Fair and activities are Sat. 10:00AM– 5:00PM Sun 10:00AM – 4:00PM Car/Bike show on Sat. only 10:00AM – 3:00PM 520-836-8744 cgmainstreet.org January 17 20th Annual Multicultural Festival Chandler Public Library Musical performances, visual art demonstrations, dance troupes and storytellers representing cultures from near and far.

Also, a children’s interactive area.

Free, 11:00AM - 4:00PM chandleraz.gov/unity January 17 5th Annual BrewHaHa Flagstaff - High Country Conference Center.

Features more than 25 local, regional and western breweries and more than 40 different craft beers, live music, live comedy, hors d’oeuvres and wine tastings.

Benefits Habitat for Humanity of Flagstaff. $32, 2-6:00PM 888-512-7469 flagstaffbrewhaha.com January 17 The Color Dash Tucson - Reid Park Start the race with a clean white shirt, as you dash, you will find yourself being covered in a spectrum of colors: blue, green, pink, orange and yellow, at each Kilometer a new color explosion will add to the clean slate that you once were. thecolordash5k.com January 18 Arts in the Park Concert Series Litchfield Park - Wigwam Golf Resort & Spa Featuring the Pebble Rock Band, Free, 3:00-5:00PM 623-935-9040 litchfield-park.org

January 23-25 Arizona Balloon Classic Phoenix - Fear Farm Sports Complex Morning liftoffs, evening glows, live entertainment onstage, fireworks (Saturday only), family fun area with kid’s activities and exhibits. $15. abcfest.com January 23-24 Dillinger Days Tucson - Downtown Tucson Friday night’s Speakeasy recaptures the spirit of the 1930s; Saturday activities include re-enactments of John Dillinger’s capture, vintage car shows, live music, tours of the Hotel Congress, and downtown walking tours.

Free, 520-547-3338 hotelcongress.com January 23-25 Pinal County 30th Annual Agri-Country Bluegrass Festival Casa Grande - Pinal County Fairgrounds Jamming, music workshops, AGRI-SPROUTS Kidz Zone, music and craft vendors, clogging, mutt strut contests, Old Fashioned Quilt Show, food and merchant vendors throughout the festival. $8, 12 and under are free, Friday 10:00AM– 5:00PM, Saturday 9:00AM – 5:00PM Sunday 10:00AM– 4:00PM $8, 520-723-7881 pinalfairgrounds.com January 23-25 Becoming an Outdoors Woman Phoenix - Saguaro Lake Ranch Offers adventure and life skills, for women age 18 and older to learn to camp, fish, rappel, hike, cook with Dutch ovens, photograph wildlife & a range of outdoor recreation skills, “hawk talks” and nature hikes. $420 includes meals, lodging and classes 480-644-0077 azwildlife.org January 23-25 9th Annual Senior Pro Rodeo Buckeye - Features bareback riding, saddle bronco riding, bull riding, steer wrestling, calf roping, team roping, ladies barrel race, ribbon roping, and ladies breakaway roping $8-10, 1:00PM seniorrodeo.com

January 24-25 5th Annual Grand Canyon Pro Rodeo Association & Little Delbert Days Lake Havasu City - SARA Park Good old-fashioned old-time country fair and rodeo with activities including gold panning, king of the hill, roping arena, backhoe challenge, bounce houses, fishing holes, cow jousting, cupcake walk, peddle tractor races, barrel races and 4H events, 15 and under free, $15, 10:00AM- 4:00PM havasurodeo.com January 24 Winter Trout Fishing Derby Litchfield Park Tierra Verde Lake Park Fish with 700 lbs of trout stocked in the lake (8-17 inches long), food, prizes and giveaways, license not required for this event, but must provide your own fishing equipment and bait. $4 per pole 15 and under $6 per pole 16 and over 7:00AM – 3:00PM litchfield-park.org January 27-30 57th Annual Hashknife Pony Express Holbrook 40 riders start in Holbrook at 8 am and arrive at the Main Post Office in Scottsdale at high noon .

480-990-3179 or 928-524-4155 paradadelsol.org or hashknifeponyexpress.com February 1-8 Tyson Wells Arts & Crafts Fair Quartzsite Tyson Wells Arts & Crafts Fair 8:00AM-5:00PM, Free 928.927.6364 tysonwells.com February 1-8 24th Annual Arizona Musicfest 2015 Cave Creek Offers the very best classical, jazz, pop and crossover concerts featuring great artists of today with legends of the past, 14 concerts over 5 weeks in North Scottsdale, Carefree and Northeast Phoenix. $23-$65 480-840-0457 azmusicfest.org

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EVENTS/GROUPS February 1-14 Annual Arizona Gem, Mineral & Fossil Showcase Ramada Hotel, Quality Inn & InnSuites, Tucson.

300 mineral & fossil dealers from around the world offering specimens & related items in the areas of mineralogy, geology, and paleontology.

Free, 10:00AM-6:00PM 505.867.0425 mzexpos.com visittucson.org/gemshow February 5 25th Annual Western ArtWalk Scottsdale Hosted by the Scottsdale Gallery Association as a “hat’s off” to Scottsdale’s legendary Parada del Sol (which marches right down Scottsdale Road on the following Saturday).

Free 7:00-9:00PM 480.990.3939 scottsdalegalleries.com Feb 7th Motoring Thru Time Phoenix Heritage & Science Park Featuring Model Ts, to Corvettes and Packards, vintage travel trailers, fire trucks and more, view more than 100 antique and classic vehicles from the early 1900s to the mid 1980s, (cars, trucks, motorcycles, vintage travel trailers and others).

Free 10:00AM– 4:00PM 602.262.5071 facebook.com/pages/MotoringThru-Time/290954367621827 February 7- March 29 27th Annual Arizona Renaissance Festival Apache Junction A medieval amusement park, a 13-stage theater, a 30-acre circus, an arts & crafts fair, a jousting tournament and a feastall rolled into one non-stop, day-long family adventure Kids: $12 Adults: $22 Weekends & President’s Day, 10:00AM- 6:00PM 520.463.2600 royalfaires.com/arizona

February 8 3rd Annual Sedona Yoga Festival Sedona Choose from more than 50 yoga classes, healing arts workshops and master panel talks, featuring venues and activities all over town, the Sedona Yoga Festival is inspired by Light, Love and Community and offers a venue for sharing the gifts of local and regional yoga instructors, practitioners, artists and creators, all dedicated to bringing consciousness and expansion to humanity through yoga, meditation and other healing arts.

SedonaYogaFestival.com February 13-15 25th Annual Chinese Week’s Culture and Cuisine Festival Phoenix Margaret T. Hance Park 25th Annual Chinese Week’s Culture and Cuisine Festival – Year of the Ram - Margaret T. Hance Park (East), presented

by Phoenix Sister Cities, Inc. and Phoenix Chinese Week Committee, enjoy Chinese cuisine, arts & crafts, dragon and lion dances, folk and traditional dances, mah-jong booth, martial arts demos, musical performances, photo exhibit, children hands-on activities and souvenirs.

Free Friday 9:00AM–3:00PM Saturday 10:00AM–5:00PM Sunday 10:00AM–4:00PM phoenixchineseweek.org February 26-28 6th Annual Lake Havasu Music Brews and BBQ Championship Lake Havasu City - Lake Havasu State Park, Windsor 4 Arizona’s largest KCBS State BBQ championship hosting more than 80 Pro Comp Teams, 70 craft and wholesale vendors and 15 additional food vendors, entertainment, people’s choice, kids rides, Backyard Q cooking class and contest, 5th annual Crossroads Car & Bike Show, benefit, $10 928-208-2375 musicbrewsbbq.com

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February 27 - March 1 LEGO KidsFest Glendale - University of Phoenix Stadium Covering more than three acres of space, the LEGO KidsFest extravaganza brings all of the hands-on, minds-on fun of LEGO building and experience together in an activity-filled event for all ages and builders of all skills, includes life-sized models, live demonstrations, build a custom car then race it, test new, fun and creative ways of building with a smarphone or tablet, and more.

LEGOKidsFest.com March 5-28 13th Season of Native Trails Presented by the Fort McDowell Yavapai Nation Scottsdale Series of free festivals celebrating Native American culture, highlighting tribes from across Arizona including Fort McDowell Yavapai, Hopi, Dine’ and Apache nations, Native American music and dance, traditional flutes and drums, arts, crafts and jewelry also available, guest performers, Free most Thursdays & Saturdays, 12:00PM - 1:30PM 480.421.1004 experiencescottsdale.com

CULINARY EVENTS February 6-8 27th Annual The Peoria Greekfest Peoria - St. Haralambos Greek Orthodox Church Cuisine prepared by Greek chefs, Greek music & folk dancers, imports, games and activities for kids, raffle, pastries.

Admission $3, 12 & under free, students & active military free.

Friday 5:00-10:00PM Saturday 11:00AM-10:00PM Sunday 12:00PM-8:00PM 623.486.8665 peoriagreekfest.com February 12-21 15th Annual Beer Fest Phoenix Steele Indian School Park A tasting of strong beers (and others) from Arizona breweries and guest breweries around the Southwest and California, musical entertainment. $35-40 1:00PM-5:00PM arizonabeerweek.com

February 26-28 6th Annual Lake Havasu Music Brews and BBQ Championship Lake Havasu City Lake Havasu State Park, Windsor 4.

Arizona’s largest KCBS State BBQ championship hosting more than 80 Pro Comp Teams, 70 craft and wholesale vendors and 15 additional food vendors, entertainment, people’s choice, kids rides, Backyard Q cooking class and contest, 5th annual Crossroads Car & Bike Show, and benefit, $10 admission 928.208.2375 musicbrewsbbq.com March 7-8 Devoured Culinary Classic Phoenix Art Museum, an independently edible awardwinning culinary event, a luscious showcase of Arizona’s finest independent restaurants, chefs, wineries and industry purveyors, a collaboration with Phoenix Art Museum, Local First Arizona and the Southern Arizona Arts & Cultural Alliance, brings together the culinary leaders that are establishing Arizona as a premier culinary destination, 10:30 am, $80-150, 602-956-0909 or www.devouredphoenix.com

FARMER’S MARKETS Downtown Phoenix Open Market Phoenix Public Market, Downtown Phoenix Wednesday 5-8PM Saturday 8AM-1PM Vendors include: Maya’s Farm, One Windmill Farm, Sun Valley Bees, Nami, Local First Arizona, and 10-20 food trucks in the parking lot Gilbert Farmer’s Market Downtown Gilbert Saturday 9-11AM Vendors include: One Windmill, Love Grows Farms, Double Check Ranch, and foodtrucks.

The Market at The Wigwam Resort Sunday 8:30AM-12:30PM Vendors include: Dust, Duncan Family Farms, Rainbow Farms, Classic Cakes.

Roadrunner Park Farmer’s Market Roadrunner Park Saturday 8AM-1PM Vendors include: Crows Farm, Southwest Herb, Horny Toad Farm.

Carefree Farmer’s Market Across from Carefree’s Visitor Center at Sundial Circle Fridays 9AM-1PM Singh Farms Singh Farms Saturdays from 8AM-1PM Locally grown produce with some imports from MJ’s Fresh baked breads, and the infamous apple cider from Wilcox. The farm also cooks special lunch.

Super Farm Market at Superstition Farms Superstition Farms Thursdays from 4-7PM Indoor market on a live dairy farm. Vendors include Udder Delights ice cream.

The Camelback Market at Vincents Vincents Market is held in the parking lot, 3930 E Camelback Rd Sundays 9AM-1PM Ahwatukee Farmer’s Market Ahwatukee Community Center Sundays 9AM-1PM Vendors include: Southern Boy Soups and Such, The Tea Side Express, Polish Goodies.

Old Town Scottsdale Farmer’s Market 3815 N Brown Ave, Scottsdale Saturdays 8AM-1PM Vendors include: Blue Sky Farms, Maya Farm, McClendon Select, Arizona Bread Company.

ASU Tempe Farmers Market Caddy Mall, ASU 11/4 and 11/18 9AM-2PM Gilbert Town Square Twilight Market Gilbert Town Square Wednesday 3:30-7PM Uptown Farmers Market February 7 - March 28 Saturday mornings 9:00AM - 1:00PM SE corner of Central Ave and Bethany Home Road

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