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W elcome To F ountain Hills Mayor Jay Schlum It is my pleasure to welcome you to Fountain Hills, a very special place to live or visit. Surrounded by rolling hills, spectacular mountains, the Sonoran Desert, and its neighboring Native American community, the Fort McDowell Yavapai Nation, the Town of Fountain Hills is one of the most scenic, friendly communities in the United States. With world class golf courses, luxury spas, outstanding dining and shopping, major art shows, galleries, acclaimed theatre and music, varied outdoor recreation, and one of the world’s tallest fountains as our town’s centerpiece landmark, Fountain Hills offers a vibrant resort community experience within a relaxing small town ambiance. I invite you to be our special guest. Come and take a peek!
F ort McDowell Yavapai Nation President Clinton Pattea, Ph.D We proudly invite you to experience and enjoy the many adventures at Fort McDowell Yavapai Nation! We are pleased to have you visit our beautiful Nation, located in the midst of Arizona’s stunning desert landscapes and adjacent to the wonderful Town of Fountain Hills. Take advantage of our many offerings, including the breathtaking and challenging We-Ko-Pa Golf Club, dining in one of our lovely restaurants, and of course, enjoying the variety of fun, games and entertainment at the Fort McDowell Casino. We hope you’ll also choose to stay in our AAA Four Diamond luxury resort hotel, the Radisson Resort at Fort McDowell. Our area is full of history, tradition, desert beauty and dynamic enterprises. As you experience it, you’ll see why it is becoming one of Arizona’s most popular destination attractions. Welcome to the Fort McDowell Yavapai Nation.
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Fountain Hills Chamber of Commerce Visitors Bureau P.O. Box 17598-7598, Fountain Hills, Arizona 85269 Physical Address (No mail is received at this address.) 16837 E. Palisades Blvd., Fountain Hills, Arizona 85268 Telephone: 480.837.1654 Fax: General Fax Line: 480.837.3077, Event Fax Line: 480.816.3242 Office & Visitors’ Center Hours: Monday - Friday 8 a.m. - 5 p.m. Closed for lunch 12 p.m. - 1 p.m. Fort McDowell Yavapai Nation 17661 E. Yavapai Rd., Fort McDowell, Arizona 85264 Telephone: 480.837.5121, ftmcdowell.org Fax: 480.837.1630 Produced & Published in conjunction with: Hennen Publishing & Marketing Group Telephone: 480.664.0541, hennenpmg.com The Visitor Guide is provided as a free service by the Fountain Hills Fort McDowell Tourism Bureau. The Bureau and Hennen Publishing will assume no responsibility for errors, changes or omissions. Fountain Hills/Fort McDowell Official Visitors Guide •
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POINTS OF INTEREST 1 F.H. Community Center 2 F.H. Community Theater 3 F.H. Library 3 L. Alan Cruikshank River of Time Museum 4 F.H. Visitor Center and Chamber of Commerce 5 Fort McDowell Adventures 6 Fort McDowell Casino 7 Fountain Park 8 Golden Eagle Park 9 Town Hall
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GOLF 10 Desert Canyon Golf Club 11 Eagle Mountain Golf Club 12 Rio Verde Country Club 13 Sunridge Canyon Golf Club 14 We-Ko-Pa Golf Club
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ACCOMMODATIONS 15 Arizona Trails Travel Services 16 Bedlam Bed and Breakfast 17 Comfort Inn Fountain Hills 18 CopperWynd Resort and Club 19 Courtyard Marriott at the Mayo Clinic 20 Eagle View RV Resort 21 Holiday Inn and Suites at Fountain Hills 22 Inn at Eagle Mountain 23 Radisson Fort McDowell Resort 24 Russo’s Realm Sunny Vacation Home SHOPPING CENTERS 25 Avenue of the Fountains Center 26 Crossings 27 Crossroads Convenience Center 28 Eagle Mountain Market Place 29 Fountain Hills Plaza 30 Four Peaks Plaza 31 Palisades Plaza 32 Plaza Fountainside 33 Red Mountain Plaza
C alendar of events A complete Calendar is available on visitfhfm.com.
Fountain Festival of Arts and Crafts
2 0 0 8 Orme Dam Victory Days November 13-16, 2008, 9 a.m.-10 p.m. Each year the Fort McDowell Yavapai Nation commemorates the 960-member tribe’s successful struggle to prevent the construction of a dam that would have flooded the community. Activities include: a parade, rodeo, carnival, cultural performances, frybread contest, rock concert performances and much more. For events schedule and concert tickets, go to fhmcdowell.org. Fountain Festival of Arts and Crafts
November 14-16, 2008 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Held on the Avenue of the Fountains, this three-day juried show with nearly 500 artists attracts an estimated 200,000 visitors and features food booths, musicians and a beer garden.
Thanksgiving Day Parade November 27, 2008, 9 a.m. The only Thanksgiving Day Parade in Arizona, featuring local groups and a Grand Marshall. A parade theme is chosen each year. Parade starts at 9 a.m. at the corners of Saguaro and El Lago Boulevards. Stroll In The Glow December 6, 2008, 6 p.m. Stroll on Avenue of the Fountains – over 60,000 lights twinkle on the median. Santa arrives, carolers sing and shops are open for visitors. Holiday Luminarias December 22-24, 2008, Sunset Three nights before Christmas, luminarias are lit by hundreds of volunteers. Thousands of luminarias line the streets of downtown and the shores of Fountain Lake.
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Fountain Hills Great Fair
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January 16-19, 2009, 8 a.m.-11 p.m. Fort McDowell Casino, Fort McDowell Road Vehicle registration is January 19th and 20th. Call 800.255.4485 for further information.
Pony Express Day January 29, 2009, 3 p.m.-7 p.m.
For 50 years the Navajo County Hashknife Sheriff’s Posse, with up to 30 riders participating, recreates the ride of the Pony Express from Holbrook to Scottsdale with stops and celebrations in communities along the way. It all culminates with their participation in Scottsdale’s annual Parada del Sol. On this day, the riders gallop into Fountain Hills and are officially greeted at the Post Office in the early afternoon, followed by a free festive event, featuring music, food and drink at the Fountain Hills Community Center.
Fountain Hills Great Fair
February 20-21, 2009, 10 a.m.-5 p.m. February 22, 2009, 8 a.m.-5 p.m. This three-day juried show on the Avenue of the Fountains features nearly 500 artists, with food booths, beer garden and entertainment. Weather permitting, a Hot Air Balloon Rally starts at dawn on Sunday morning (February 22), in Fountain Park.
Sixth Annual Native American Fine Arts Show March 7-9, 2009 Fort McDowell Casino, Fort McDowell Road, 480.816.7162
St. Patrick’s Day Celebration Saturday, March 14, 2009 11 a.m.-7 p.m. Come see our world famous fountain turn emerald green at noon and 6 p.m. Festivities include food and drinks. Various bands entertain throughout the day. Fountain Hills Fine Art & Wine Affaire March 20-22, 2009
Thunderbird Artists, the leading producer of world-class festivals, presents their Fountain Hills event. For more information, visit thunderbirdartists.com. Fountain Hills/Fort McDowell Official Visitors Guide •
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W orld ’ s H ighest fountain A Celebration of Water in the Desert
At its full height of 560 feet, the fountain in the center of Fountain Hills is higher than the Washington Monument. It is also 10 feet taller than Notre Dame Cathedral, 110 feet higher than the Great Pyramid of Cheops in Egypt and three times as high as Old Faithful Geyser in Yellowstone Park. The white plume of the world famous fountain is visible far beyond Fountain Hills, the town that has taken its name from the landmark. It can be seen from as far away as the Superstition Mountains, Carefree and even from jets. That is exactly what its designers intended. It was created in the 1970s to attract tourists and potential property buyers.
Today, the fountain is the focal point for community celebrations and the pride of its residents. In years past, fireworks exploded around its lofty heights and during the Great Fair, hot air balloons drift over its lake. If you happen to visit during the St. Patrick’s Day celebration, you’ll see the fountain transform to green. The pump is powered by three 500 HP pumps, which force 70,000 gallons of reclaimed water per minute through an 18-inch nozzle specially designed and built by Switzerland’s Institute of Hydraulic Research. It may seem surprising to have such a magnificent spout in an arid area, but this fountain is a celebration of water where it is most appreciated – in the middle of the desert.
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Walkway Through Time by Michael Anderson
Fountain Hills & Fort McDowell
Although the Town of Fountain Hills and the Fort McDowell Yavapai Nation are only 23 miles northeast of Phoenix, it feels as if they are a world away. The communities are only 20 minutes from Sky Harbor International Airport and amenities like sports arenas, but they are separated from the hustle and traffic of Scottsdale and the metro area by the scenic McDowell Mountains. The Fountain Hills area is wreathed by majestic mountains, draped in the unique vegetation of the Sonoran Desert and blessed with panoramic views. The saguaro-studded landscape provides a scenic venue for a wide range of outdoor activities such as golfing, hiking, biking, bird watching and boating.
Fountain Hills - A Community Of Art Lovers
Fountain Hills has become known as an artist’s community. Sculptures, water features and other works of art adorn the Community Center, the Avenue of the Fountains and public places. Twice a year, The Great Fair and the Fountain Festival of Arts and Crafts attract hundreds of thousands of art lovers to the downtown area. Galleries and small shops make it easy for shoppers to find their own art year round. And, the award-winning Fountain Hills Community Theater is one of Arizona’s leading performing arts organizations.
Fun At Fort McDowell
Fort McDowell has become widely known for its casino and its live entertainment. In addition, its visitors can enjoy 36 holes of golf at the acclaimed We-Ko-Pa Golf Club. Fort McDowell Adventures, an Old West style recreation facility, offers horseback rides, Jeep rides and other outdoor fun. Lodging ranges from the luxurious Radisson Resort to the state-of-the-art Eagle View RV Resort. Fort McDowell Yavapai Nation has two annual celebrations commemorating milestones in their history: Sovereignty Day and Orme Dam Days. A Native American Arts Festival is held in March. Fountain Hills and Fort McDowell offer every key component a top resort community can boast – from spas and shopping to golf; from gaming and entertainment, to arts and culture; from outdoor recreation to dining and relaxing in the scenic beauty of Vista Valley, on the wild side of Arizona.
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H istory & heritage
Archaic and Hohokam Cultures
For thousands of years, gently sloping land, fertile soil and water have attracted people to the Lower Verde Valley. Ancient petroglyphs and artifacts indicate that as early as 1000 B.C., archaic people followed seasonal routes along waterways to hunt and harvest plants. Primitive gardening eventually evolved into complete agricultural systems and permanent settlements. Over 10,000 people lived along the Lower Verde Valley around 1000 A.D. One city, dubbed Azatlan by archaeologists, had four ball courts, canals, trash mounds, firepits, tools and pottery. The Hohokam trade network stretched from the Pacific Coast to the Great Plains. Unpredictable water flows may have led to the disintegration of Hohokam culture.
Yavapai Drummer
The Yavapai - The Early Years
Although no one knows exactly when they arrived, the Yavapai inhabited much of Central Arizona when the Spaniards arrived in the late sixteenth century. As nomadic hunter-gatherers, the Yavapai’s life was directed by the cycles of plants and animals. The arrival of gold prospectors and settlers disrupted the Yavapai way of life and they were often mistaken for the more aggressive Apache, leading to conflicts. Facing starvation, many Yavapai surrendered and lived on the Rio Verde Reservation near Camp Verde. In February 1875, they were forced to make a 150-mile exodus to San Carlos Reservation through freezing and flooding streams and rugged mountains. Scores died during the two-week trek, and 25 babies were born along the Yavapai’s “Trail of Tears.” The Yavapai could not return to their home for 30 years.
Explorers, Trappers and Prospectors
Spanish explorers first discovered and named the Verde River in the 1500s, but little historical record exists until the 1820s when trapper Ewing Young wrote in his diaries about his experiences here. In a battle with Apaches at the confluence of the Verde and Salt rivers, his party of 24 men was reduced to six. He returned the next year with Kit Carson as a member of his group and recorded trapping as many as 30 beaver per night. Prospectors found traces of gold, silver and copper in the McDowell Mountains, but no commercially profitable mines were ever developed.
Cavalry Days
Fort McDowell, named for General Irvin McDowell, was established in 1865 to subdue hostile Indians hiding in the Verde-Salt River Wilderness. After several years of campaigns and conflicts, bands led by Chalipun surrendered to General Crook in 1873. Troops remained to settle confrontations between Maricopa and Pima Indians and white settlers. The post was closed in 1890. On September 15, 1903, President Theodore Roosevelt signed an executive order granting the land to the Yavapai as a reservation and they returned home.
Petroglyphs
Ranching and Farming
In the 1860s and 1870s, the relatively water-rich lower 15 miles of the Verde Valley was one of the most productive places for both farming and ranching, while the presence of troops at Fort McDowell provided protection. Ranches in the area included the Box Bar near Rio Verde, the Pemberton Ranch, now a part of McDowell Mountain Park, and the P-Bar Ranch where Fountain Hills is today. They operated until the midtwentieth century. There is still a small amount of ranching near Four Peaks and Pinnacle Peak. Fountain Hills/Fort McDowell Official Visitors Guide •
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Fountain Hills and the Lake That Never Was
Fountain Hills owes its origin to a lake that never came to be. As part of the Central Arizona Project (CAP), construction of Orme Dam, near Granite Reef Dam, would have created a lake at the Fort McDowell Indian Reservation. Robert P. McCulloch envisioned a community of 70,000 people similar to one of McCulloch Properties’ other master-planned communities - Lake Havasu City. The lake would have flooded the homes of Fort McDowell residents. The Yavapai and environmentalists defeated the dam proposal, but the town of Fountain Hills had begun. The development was marketed with a “fly-before-you-buy” sales program, beginning in 1972. Prospective buyers were flown in from Midwestern and Eastern cities to tour the desert ridges in white Jeeps and select their properties. The 560-foot-high “World’s Highest Fountain” was the concept of C.V. Wood, Jr., a planner for McCulloch Properties, Inc., who had worked with Walt Disney on designing Disneyland. It was built to attract attention and buyers. It was turned on for the first time on Dec. 15, 1970, the “birthday” of Fountain Hills. For many years the community was small and remote from the rest of the Valley, so a spirit of neighborliness developed among the town’s pioneers. It still exists as a feeling of small-town togetherness and strong community involvement. Today, the population is around 24,000, with build-out expected at around 35,000 residents.
Modern Day Fort McDowell
The people of Fort McDowell have surmounted many obstacles to return to and keep their land. They have developed several industries, including farming, sand and gravel operations, a gas station and Fort McDowell Adventures. What turned the corner for them economically was a bingo hall, which became a casino. A crisis came in 1992 when the FBI came to confiscate their slot machines. The tribe prevented their removal by barricading exits with large trucks and equipment. Their stand resulted in the passage of Proposition 202 in 2002, assuring that gaming can continue. Since then, the tribe has built the acclaimed We-Ko-Pa Golf Club, the Fort McDowell Radisson Resort, and an RV park. They are also investing in businesses outside of the reservation, assuring a strong future for the Fort McDowell Yavapai Nation.
Water Tamers - Canals and Dams
Early settlers utilized the canals of ancient Hohokam Indians. Floods, drought and conflicts over water rights eventually led to the development of a water storage system, with Roosevelt and Granite Reef dams as key components. Roosevelt Dam was built on the Salt River, just below its confluence with Tonto Creek. Granite Reef Dam was built about 50 miles downriver, directly below the confluence of the Verde and Salt Rivers. From here, water is diverted into canals that transport water throughout the Phoenix area. The rapidly growing population of Arizona soon required more water, and the CAP Canal was built to bring water from the Colorado River to Fountain Hills and other communities.
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L andmarks
Saguaro Lake
Mount McDowell - Rugged Red Rock
a.k.a. Red Mountain, a.k.a. Fire Rock One of the most prominent landmarks near Fountain Hills and Fort McDowell is the jagged outline of Red Mountain, at 2,830 feet high. Some people see a bearded face in the tallest knob. The deep cleft on its western flank is known as “Gunsight” because of its resemblance to the narrow slot in a fort used for firing at attackers. The mountain is composed of sandstone conglomerate, which gives it a distinctive red color that glows dramatically in the last rays of day. Some call it FireRock. The mountain was officially named Mount McDowell after General Irvin McDowell, who was responsible for the creation of a nearby military post in 1865. It, too, bore his name as Camp McDowell and later Fort McDowell. The mountain is sacred to Indian tribes, including the local Fort McDowell Yavapai Nation.
Four Peaks - Purple Mountain Majesty
The lyrics “purple mountains’ majesty” could have been written for these peaks. They change with the light from lavender to violet to deep purple. Fittingly, the world’s finest amethyst is found high on its slopes. The wilderness area surrounding the peaks is prime habitat for black bear and various wildlife. Visible from much of the Phoenix Metro area, this mountain is one of the area’s highest points at 7,657 feet. Visitors and residents of Fountain Hills and Fort McDowell have grandstand seats for the daily spectacle of the sun rising dramatically behind Four Peaks. And when lightning plays about the peaks, it is not hard to imagine the mountain spirits of Yavapai lore.
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Red Rock
McDowell Mountains - Ancient Roots
Some of the oldest rock in Arizona makes up the McDowell Mountain Range to the west of Fountain Hills and Fort McDowell. The range’s highest is McDowell Peak, at 4,034 feet. The rounded mountain to the south is Fire Necklace Mountain, named when a fire burned down its slopes, encircling it. Indians found shelter here, as evidenced by petroglyphs and artifacts. Prospectors sought mineral wealth but discovered only limited amounts of gold, silver and copper. The real wealth of these mountains is their beauty and wildlife.
Mazatzal Mountains - “Land of the Deer”
North and northeast of the area are the Mazatzal Mountains, some of the most inaccessible country in Arizona. The Mazatzal Wilderness contains over 252,500 acres and extends north to the Mogollon Rim, near Payson. Geologists believe the range was once as high as the present-day Himalaya Mountains. Erosion and mountain-building events created a tortured landscape. Mazatzal is from an old Indian culture in Mexico, and is sometimes pronounced “Mah-zaht-zahl,” meaning “land of the deer.” Deer still roam there, along with javelina, coyotes, bears and mountain lions. Locals often say “Matt’-uh-zal,” which sounds like “Mad as Hell,” the name of a local ranch – probably given after the owner chased his cows through the wilderness.
The Verde River - Wild and Scenic
The Verde is Arizona’s only “Wild and Scenic” river. It was given the designation by Congress in 1984. Canoers, kayakers and fishermen pit themselves against the river’s challenges between Camp Verde and Horseshoe Lake. For much of those 58 miles, the river flows through the Mazatzal Wilderness with level I, II, and III rapids. Shortly after passing through Fort McDowell, the Verde joins the Salt River near Red Mountain.
The Salt River - Nurturing the Valley of the Sun
The Salt River was a challenge for early settlers, with either too much or too little water. But, after Roosevelt Dam and four other dams were built, it became a source of both water and power for the Phoenix metro area. Today, it also provides water recreation. Saguaro Lake is the closest of its four scenic lakes. Upstream from it are Canyon Lake, Apache Lake and Roosevelt Lake. Fountain Hills/Fort McDowell Official Visitors Guide •
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Tonto National Forest
McDowell Mountain Regional Park
This 21,099-acre regional park is located four miles north of Fountain Hills. The competitive track has three different loops; a long loop - 8.2 miles, a sport loop - 3.0 miles, and a technical loop - 2.9 miles. Skills are tested with obstacles, steep inclines, swooping turns, technical descents and rugged terrain. McDowell Mountain Park has over 50 miles of hiking, mountain biking and horseback riding trails through beautiful desert scenery. Wildlife viewings are common; look for deer, javelina, coyotes and a multitude of bird species. A couple of trails are less than a mile long; several are one to four miles; and the Pemberton is 15.3 miles. Elevations rise from 1,600 feet to 3,000 feet at the base of the McDowell Mountains. Awesome views surround you. Whether you are going for a short stroll or looking for a challenge, you’ll enjoy the trails and the vistas. For campers, McDowell Mountain Park has 76 individual sites for tent or RV camping. Each one accommodates up to a 45-foot RV. The developed sites have water and electrical hook-ups, picnic tables, barbecue fire rings and a dump station. Restrooms offer flush toilets and showers. 480.471.0173.
McDowell Mountain Preserve
Thanks to the foresight of local residents, the tops of the McDowell Mountains are preserved for wildlife and future generations to enjoy. Through the work of Sonoran Conservancy volunteers there are now more than five miles of trails. There are three to five scheduled guided hikes each month. Call 480.312.3111 to schedule a hike.
Tonto National Forest
Located only minutes away from Fountain Hills and Fort McDowell is Tonto National Forest. With two of Arizona’s largest and most scenic rivers, six lakes, and landscapes ranging from desert to pine forests and high mountain peaks, the forest offers a wide range of recreation opportunities: swimming, boating, hiking, camping, rafting, horseback riding and bird watching, to name a few. Within the forest’s boundaries are eight wilderness areas. Tonto is the fifth-largest National Forest in the United States. With nearly three million acres, there is room enough to roam.
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Saguaro Lake
Saguaro Lake
Saguaro Lake, fifteen minutes from Fort McDowell, is one of the loveliest and most popular recreation sites in Tonto National Forest. The golden cliffs and rugged shoreline of Saguaro Lake make a spectacular setting for outdoor activities. One wonderfully relaxing way to enjoy the lake is a narrated tour aboard the Desert Belle Paddlewheel Riverboat. Bald eagles and desert mountain sheep are often spotted in secluded regions. At the Lakeshore Restaurant, diners have splendid views from indoors or outdoors. Boat rentals can be arranged at Precision Marine, which also carries bait, tackle and marine supplies. Boat ramps, fishing pavilions, swimming, picnic tables and restroom facilities are available at two locations. At Butcher Jones Beach, the Shoreline Trail links panoramic vantage points. Horseback riders also have spectacular views of the lake. Horseback riding, kayak and tube rentals are offered at Saguaro Lake Ranch, below the dam. For fishermen, the lake is stocked with plenty of walleye, largemouth and yellow bass, rainbow and brown trout, bluegills, channel catfish and crappie. 602.225.5200.
Salt River
A favorite pastime in the Valley of the Sun is a leisurely float down the Salt River past beautiful mountain and desert scenery. Inner-tubes can be rented at Salt River Recreation south of Saguaro Lake. Bus transportation is provided to a launch point upstream. 480.984.3305. Fountain Hills/Fort McDowell Official Visitors Guide •
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F itness , B eauty & spa
CopperWynd Spa
Fitness Center at Radisson Fort McDowell Resort 10438 N. Fort McDowell Road, 480.789.5300
Anytime Fitness
16650 E. Palisades Blvd., #109 480.837.5151
At the Fountains, Sherry’s Skin Solutions 17007 E. Colony Drive, #104 480.980.4272
Athletic Nation
17100 E. Shea Blvd., #590 480.370.1778
Body Indulgence
16743 E. Palisades Blvd., #102 480.837.5544 A Licensed massage therapist offering the following professional services: Relaxation, Deep Tissue, Oil Therapy, Hot Stone and Body Wraps.
Bodyworks Center for Perfect Health
16913 Enterprise Drive, Suite 103 • 480.816.3900 bodyworkscenter.net Massage, Deep Tissue, Relaxing, Injury, Lymph, Hot Stones, Detox, Therapeutic, Insurance, Trigger Point, Reflexology, Steam, Ear Candling, Reiki, Myofascial.
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CopperWynd Resort & Club
Mary Devitt Massage
13225 N. Eagle Ridge Drive 480.333.1900 • copperwynd.com
Champions/Focus 21 Fitness Club 11879 N. Saguaro Blvd. 480.837.0315
Curves of Fountain Hills 16730 E. Palisades Blvd., #4 480.837.8688
Discover Massage
12609 N. LaMontana Drive, #204 480.235.0770
Fantastic Sams
16650 Palisades Blvd., Suite 101 480.816.1113
Fun2BFit
16650 E. Palisades Blvd., #107 480.837.4620
Grecian Beauty Salon
13225 Verde River Drive, Suite 103 480.837.9031
Hair Hut
16714 Avenue of the Fountains 480.837.2699
F.H. Jazzercise Center
15225 N. Fountain Hills Blvd., #103 480.661.3948
Kenneth Jabote Hair & Skin Co.
17100 E. Shea Blvd., #500 480.945.3885 • jabote.com
13700 Fountain Hills Blvd., #360 • 480.837.9031
Ocean’s Fun Fitness For Women
16718 E. Avenue of the Fountains, #100 • 480.837.1375 Visitors welcome. Friendly atmosphere, day, weekly, and monthly passes. Personal trainer, adjustable hydraulic circuit, cardio machines, balance balls and hand weights.
Peaks Athletic Club 12545 N. Saguaro Blvd. 480.816.3348 peaksfitness.net
Pura Vida Skin, Body & Soul 16742 E. Parkview Ave., Suite 1 480.816.8432 From nurturing to invigorating, our Spa provides a tranquil environment for skin and body treatments provided by exceptional and experienced therapists.
Snap Fitness
13525 Fountain Hills Blvd., #104 480.837.3901
Tamaccio Salon Spa 13050 N. Saguaro Blvd. 480.837.2979
VU Salon & Day Spa
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Desert Canyon Golf Club
10440 Indian Wells Drive • 480.837.1173 • desertcanyongolf.com This scenic 6,489-yard, par-71 desert course is known for its narrow fairways, challenging dog-legs and continuous elevation changes. The stunning views of the surrounding mountains and the Sonoran Desert make for a memorable round of golf. Golf Shop, practice facilities and a clubhouse that doubles as a fine-dining Steakhouse contribute to a unique Arizona golfing experience in the center of Fountain Hills.
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We-Ko-Pa Golf Club
Eagle Mountain Golf Club
14915 E. Eagle Mountain Pkwy. • 480.816.1234 • eaglemtn.com Located just a chip shot away from Scottsdale, Arizona, Eagle Mountain Golf Club provides golfers with a stunning desert golf experience highlighted by scenic vistas, dramatic elevation changes and award-winning course layout. The Scott Miller-designed, 18-hole course (par-71 and 6,800 yards from the back tees) incorporates the property’s natural box canyons and native Sonoran Desert into the design of the golf course. Since opening in 1996, Eagle Mountain Golf Club has earned numerous awards and accolades including “Best New Public Golf Course” by the Arizona Republic in 1996 and “Best of Phoenix Public Golf Courses” in 2006 by the Phoenix New Times. Eagle Mountain Golf Club is professionally managed by OB Sports Golf Management.
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FireRock Country Club
Scottsdale Golf & Lodging
480.837.4284 • 888.799.4284 • scottsdalegolf.com Golf vacation packages with first class accommodations, guaranteed tee times, air, discounted car rentals, professional assistance from qualified golf travel counselors. Fountain Hills and All of Arizona!
SunRidge Canyon Golf Club
13100 N. SunRidge Drive • 480.837.5100 800.562.5178 • sunridgegolf.com Opened in 1995, SunRidge Canyon is a 6,823-yard, par-71 Keith Foster designed course. Selected No. 42 on Golf Magazine’s list of “Top 100 Courses You Can Play in the U.S.” The course was chosen by Arizona tournament players as the top-ranked daily-fee golf club and was the site of the 1997 USGA State Team Championship.
We-Ko-Pa Golf Club
18200 E. Toh Vee Circle • 480.836.9000 866.660.7700 • wekopa.com This 7,225-yard, par-72 course was featured in the April 2004 Wall Street Journal as one of 12 global courses that is beyond the reach of civilization. We-Ko-Pa is the Yavapai pronunciation for “Four Peaks Mountain.” The course features a 21,000-square-foot clubhouse and dramatic scenic views. The Club’s second 18, the ‘Saguaro’ course, opened Winter 2006/2007.
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A ctivities L istings Desert Dog Hummer Adventures
17212 E. Shea Blvd. • 480.837.3966 • azadventures.com
Fort McDowell Adventures
480.816.6465 fortmcdowelladventures.com Located near Fort McDowell Casino, Fort McDowell Adventures offers a touch of the Old West and Arizona’s spectacular desert scenery and wildlife on horseback. Individuals, families, and corporate CEOs and their employees learn about the American Southwest with experiences such as horseback riding, cattle drives, breakfast, lunch and dinner rides, pony rides, hay wagon rides and private rodeo shows. Fort McDowell Adventures also provides Yavapai Jeep tours, hiking tours, cowboy story-telling, trick roping and strolling cowboy guitarists. With its open courtyard and ramada covered seating, The Ranch, a Spanish pueblo-style structure, can accommodate from 50 to 450 guests. Private rodeos are available at the nearby 1,800-square-foot rodeo arena.
Saguaro Lake Ranch Trail Rides
13020 N. Bush Highway, Mesa 480.984.0335 • saguarolaketrailrides.com Ride horseback in the beautiful Sonoran Desert with breathtaking views of Saguaro Lake, the Goldfield Mountains and the Bulldog Cliffs.
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A rts & C ulture The L. Alan Cruikshank River of Time Museum
Water has always played an important role in the Lower Verde Valley, where Fort McDowell, Fountain Hills and the Verde Communities are located. By leading visitors through creative settings and informative exhibits, The River of Time Museum in Fountain Hills recounts the captivating past of this desert valley. Here you’ll trace the steps of ancient people who passed through the Valley following the river for game and water. Learn about the large communities that grew here centuries ago and why they disappeared. As you pass beneath a shade ramada, you’ll learn how the Yavapai migrated throughout Central Arizona, moving with the seasons and the availability of food. Continue on with explorers and trappers such as Kit Carson and Ewing Young as they travel the river routes. Enter a mine as prospectors look for gold and find amethyst. Learn about Fort McDowell and the struggle to bring peace to the Valley. Then join the “river tamers,” as they build dams and canals. See how “the dam that never was” brought about the development of Fountain Hills. Check out the changing exhibit gallery and the River Bank Gift Store. The River of Time Museum has something new around every bend. The River of Time Museum is located in the Library Museum Building at 12901 N. La Montana Blvd., Fountain Hills. Call 480.837.2612 for hours and tour information or go to: riveroftimemuseum.org.
Fountain Hills Community Theater
Proudly entering its 22nd season with five Mainstage productions as well as five Youth Theater productions for its 2008-09 Season. The busiest and most honored community theater in the State of Arizona, FHCT produces over a dozen productions annually and offers afterschool and summer performing arts workshops and camps, a full-time six-week Teen Camp and trip to New York City, and an adult theater trip to New York City and London. fhct.org
Fountain Hills Chamber Players
In its 12th season of professional chamber music concerts, presents a joyous and exciting concert series in Fountain Hills featuring music for strings, woodwinds and piano. As the only instrumental group in Fountain Hills, the ensemble performs professional concerts and educational events. With the goal of sharing the passion, joy and power of music, programs feature musical masterpieces from all eras. fountainhillschamberplayers.org
In-Home Concert Series
For the past 16 winter seasons, the In-Home Concert Series has offered professional jazz and classical music performed in private homes throughout the Fountain Hills community. This unique series provides the opportunity for audiences to socialize and interact with the musicians in a relaxed and comfortable setting.
Fountain Hills Community Chorus
Comprised of approximately fifty men and women who sing in four-part harmony, the group was founded in 1991 by a group of Fountain Hills residents. The chorus presents a holiday concert in early December and a spring concert in early April. The chorus and small ensembles from the group also perform at community functions and private parties. fountainhillscommunitychorus.org
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Jazz In The Hills - A Regular Friday Night Event!
With our soft candle-lit atmosphere, low tables, smoke-free air and the best jazz in the Valley, we’ve become one of the region’s best-kept secrets. Let the secret out! Tell your friends, and bring a friend with you. The concerts are held as a community service and are under the umbrella of the Fountain Hills Community Theater. Jazz in the Hills is a non-profit organization with all donations going towards paying the musicians and keeping the tradition alive. Music starts at 8:30 p.m. CDs and cassettes will be available.
Fountain Hills Community Theater
11445 Saguaro Blvd. • 480.837.9661 • fhct.org Award-winning live theater since 1987. Fully dedicated Youth and Mainstage Theaters. Youth workshops/camps. Teen and adult theater trips.
Thunderbird Artists
480.837.5637 • thunderbirdartists.com Thunderbird Artists, the leading producer of world-class festivals, presents their Fountain Hills Fine Art & Wine Affaire, March 20-22, 2009.
Fountain Hills Cultural and Civic Association 480.816.1298 • fountainhillscca.org
Fountain Hills Historical Society
12901 N. La Montana Drive • 480.837.2612 Preserves the history of the Lower Verde River Valley and tells the importance of water in the Sonoran Desert. Fountain Hills/Fort McDowell Official Visitors Guide •
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Art and Sculpture in and around the Community Center S ong of the Ancients by Red Wolf, located in the lobby of the Community Center. Joy of Music by George Lundeen, located near the south entrance to the Community Center. A life-size quintet of musicians.
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E mbrace by David Hiles, a stone sculpture evoking feelings of love and compassion, located on the southeast corner of the Community Center Plaza.
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A Tribute to 9/11, graphic art by Michael Fleck, located in the Community Center Conference Room. Look for seven other pieces by local artists in the Community Center. Sports Buddies by Victor Issa in the Community Center. After the Dance by Andreas Schwab in the Community Center.
Ladies in Community Center restroom by Megan.
Flower Dancing in the Wind by Jerry McKellar, located at the western edge of the Community Center courtyard. This Native American woman would be at home on the stage with the ballet as she arches back and raises her face to the sun.
Letter From Grandma by Marianna Cardselli in the Community Center Courtyard.
Sculptures and Art in Fountain Lake Park Adolescence by Vala Ola, located near the Splash Park. F irst Love by Carol Cunningham is installed in the Fountain Park, Rotary Centennial Splash Park.
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Mural Wall, painted by Fountain Hills High School students. At the Veterans Memorial: Panels and the sculpture, Soldier at War, by Ron Head. The model for the soldier was a veteran of WWII, the late John Falcon. Cannon, located in Veterans Memorial Park.
F reedom by Jim Dodson, located on the island in Fountain Lake Park.
Last Doll by Dolly Hype, located in Fountain Park near Splash Park.
Teddy Roosevelt the Conservationist by Dan Snarr, located in Fountain Park near the flagpole.
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Other Community Owned Public Art Around Fountain Hills F ree To Be Me, a tribute to Fountain Hills youth, by Marianne Caroselli, located in the Boys and Girls Club. The elegance and movement of this bronze depicts youth and the love of dance. isdom by Donald Riggs, located on the W southeast corner of Palisades and Verde River Drive in front of the Fountain Hills Chamber of Commerce. alkway Through Time W by Michael Anderson, located on Shea Boulevard just east of Saguaro Boulevard. Five large scale rusted steel pieces transform a sidewalk into a thought-provoking stroll through past, present and future. Horse, located in front of Fountain Hills Artists’ Gallery on Avenue of the Fountains.
Privately Owned Public Art & Sculpture (IN PL A ZA FOU N TA I NS I D E } Boy With a Stick Boy On a Bike by Jim Davidson Boy Washing His Dog Climbing The Mountain See Saw Girl With a Butterfly by E. Bernoud Barefoot Girl Girl With A Goose Girl With Wheelbarrow by Jim Davidson Surfer Boy Boys On A Ladder Maytag Matilda by Dixie Jewett Fountain Hills/Fort McDowell Official Visitors Guide •
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Oracle of the Lake, by the sculptor Lyle London, located in the Fountain Hills Town Hall Rotunda. Cooling the Dogs, by Craig Bergaard, located outside Town Hall at the curve of Avenue of the Fountains & La Montana
Other Privately Owned Public Art Two Antique Tractors, located at R.E. Monks Construction office, 16646 E. Laser Drive. Copper Tree at 16820 Avenue of the Fountains. Fountain at the entrance to Lakeside Village, at Saguaro & El Lago.
At Kern Plaza
17251 E. Shea Blvd. Snakes and Horses Don’t Mix Remington-style sculpture. Phyliss Kern’s menagerie of animal sculptures: pigs, javelina, burro, bear, two mountain lions, two horses.
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Public Art Of Fort McDowell Yavapai Nation Yavapai Warrior, by David Montour, 2000, located at the Fort McDowell Casino, the bronze statue honors the courage and initiative of the Fort McDowell Yavapai Nation and their efforts to strive for independence and prosperity. F ort McDowell Yavapai Nation, Children’s Mosaic, 2005. Located in the Ahnala Room at the Fort McDowell Radisson Resort, this stained glass mosaic, based on classroom drawings, captures Yavapai culture, art and history as seen through the eyes of H’man ‘Shawa Elementary School students. Fort McDowell Yavapai Nation Veterans Memorial by David Montour. Located at main entry of Fort McDowell Tribal Headquarters building.
Community Fountains he World’s Tallest Fountain, located in T Fountain Park. (Cover) Avenue of the Fountains #1, located at Saguaro Boulevard & Avenue of the Fountains. Avenue of the Fountains #2, located on the Avenue at Verde River Drive. Avenue of the Fountains #3, located on the Avenue across from 16848 E. Avenue of the Fountains. Avenue of the Fountains #4, located on the Avenue across from 16824 E. Avenue of the Fountains. Avenue of the Fountains #5, located on the Avenue of the Fountains on the west side of Verde River Drive. Splish and Splash by James Haire, located at the Avenue of the Fountains on the east side of Verde River Drive. Fountain located at FH entrance on Shea & Palisades.
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Ahnala Room at Radisson Resort Fort McDowell
480.789.5300 radisson.com/ftmcdowellaz Ahnala (Mesquite) Room is the resort’s main restaurant, serving three meals a day, presenting local Native American, Southwestern and Mesquite grilled cuisine. Chef Brian will be showcasing citrus, pecans, herbs and mesquite grown locally at the Fort McDowell Yavapai Farm.
A New York Deli - Fort McDowell Casino
800.THE.FORT • fmcasino.com You’ll feel like you’re in the heart of the Big Apple in our all-new deli. Ample seating in the middle of casino action and serving a variety of the best fresh deli sandwiches this side of Brooklyn.
Appian Way
17149 Amhurst Drive 480.836.7899 • appianway.com Best family Italian restaurant in the Valley. Open nightly, featuring patio seating and full bar. Banquet rooms available.
Ba’ja Grille Fort McDowell Casino
800 THE FORT • fmcasino.com The Ba’ja Grille is open from 7:00 a.m. Friday and Saturday until midnight and prides itself on serving the best burgers and shakes plus a whole lot more.
Bruno’s Sports Bar & Grille 16737 E. Parkview Avenue 480.836.0770
Cottonwood Cafe Fort McDowell Casino
800.THE.FORT • fmcasino.com For the very best in casual dining, you’ll find all your favorites in the new and comfortable surroundings of the Cottonwood Cafe. Open 7 days a week for breakfast, lunch and dinner.
Daniel’s Place
16726 El Pueblo Blvd. 480.816.5006
DJ’s Bagel Cafe
13693 Fountain Hills Blvd. 480.816.4155
Euro Pizza Café
12645 N. Saguaro Blvd., #11 480.836.0207 plazafountainside.com
Fireside Grill – Holiday Inn 12800 N. Saguaro Blvd. 480.816.9047 Family-oriented, casual dining, full-service, award-winning cuisine with a panoramic view overlooking the famous world’s tallest fountain. Large patio, happy hour and catering available.
The Grill at Eagle Mountain Golf Club 14915 E. Eagle Mountain Pkwy. 480.816.1248 • eaglemtn.com
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The Grill at We-Ko-Pa Golf Club
18200 E. Toh Vee Circle 480.836.9000 • wekopa.com
Katana Sushi & Grill
16425 E. Palisades Blvd., #103 480.837.2399
Lucky 7 Saloon Fort McDowell Casino
800.THE.FORT • fmcasino.com Every night’s a party at the Lucky 7 Saloon. Enjoy incredible drink specials, sporting events on the 9’x12’ big screen, and free and fabulous live entertainment every Thursday - Sunday. Call 1.800. THE.FORT and press 180 for our entertainment schedule.
The Peaks Steakhouse at Fort McDowell Casino
800 THE FORT • fmcasino.com Experience the Peaks restaurant at Fort McDowell Casino. Watch master chefs redefine classic cuisine - top-grade steaks and seafood - in our open-view kitchen. Relaxed elegance in the heart of casino action! Open at 5 p.m. Wednesday - Sunday for dinner.
Phil’s Place
16758 E. Glenbrook Blvd. 480.816.5620
Que Bueno
13207 N. LaMontana Drive 480.837.2418
McDonald’s
Quizno’s
Mamas Italian Kitchen/ Mexican Cantina
Redendo’s Pizzeria & Pasta
16936 Shea Blvd. 480.837.0033
13525 Fountain Hills Blvd., #107 480.816.5384
16852 E. Parkview Avenue 480.837.5400 mamas-italiankitchen.com
On the Edge at the Inn at Eagle Mountain 9800 N. Summer Hill Blvd. 480.816.3000
Overtime Sports Grille
16872 E. Avenue of the Fountains 480.816.4625, otgrille.com Open daily at 11 a.m. Watch your favorite team and watch the world’s TALLEST FOUNTAIN from our patio!
16948 E. Shea Blvd., Suite 104 480.816.1356, fhaz.com/redendos
Red Rock Buffet Fort McDowell Casino
800 THE FORT • fmcasino.com For a square deal on a square meal, make your way to the Fort’s famous all-you-can-eat buffet! Just steps away from casino action, enjoy an incredible variety of all your mouth watering favorites in a relaxed and comfortable setting. Plus, come in every Friday for all you can eat crab legs for $16.95
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The Ridge Room at Sunridge Canyon Golf Club
along the Verde River valley. Open for breakfast and lunch seven days a week, dinner Tuesday through Sunday 5 p.m. to 9 p.m. Reservations recommended.
Salida del Sol
Tap House Sports Bar & Grill
13100 N. Sunridge Drive 480.837.5396 sunridgecanyongolf.com
at the Inn at Eagle Mountain 9800 N. Summer Hill Blvd. 480.816.3000
Sierra Southwest Kitchen
15225 N. Fountain Hills Blvd., #104 480.836.4205
The Steakhouse at Desert Canyon Golf Club
10440 Indian Wells Drive 480.837.1561 • thesteakhouse.us This Steakhouse offers the finest steaks and the freshest seafood combined with the stunning views of the scenic mountains
16828 E. Parkview Ave. 480.837.5220
Two Step Grille
11056 Saguaro Blvd. 480.816.9850 twostepgrille.com Open daily at 11 a.m. The only place in Fountain Hills to get the BEST burger in town!
Water’s Edge
13014 N. Saguaro Blvd. 480.816.3515 watersedgerestaurant.net
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Radisson Fort McDowell Resort
Arizona Trails Travel Services
16803 E. Palisades Blvd. • 480.837.4284 • 888.799.4284 • arizonatrails.com Central reservations for Fountain Hills and all of Arizona. Vacation packages for lodging, tours, golf tee-times, air, car rentals and more. We Know Arizona!
Bedlam Bed & Breakfast
15253 N. Skylark Circle • 480.837.9695 • bedlambnb.com Nestled high on a hillside, our home adjoins miles of desert and mountain views. Four rooms with private baths and entrances.
Comfort Inn Fountain Hills
17105 E. Shea Blvd. • 480.837.5343 • comfortinnfountainhills.com AAA Two Diamond hotel. All 48 beautifully appointed rooms with mountain views offer king or two queen beds, refrigerator, microwave, in-room coffee service, hair dryer, iron and board, modem data ports, and free WIFI. Deluxe complimentary continental breakfast. Large outdoor pool/spa.
CopperWynd Resort and Club
13225 N. Eagle Ridge Drive • 480.333.1900 • 877.707.7760 • copperwynd.com AAA Four Diamond Resort atop Eagle Ridge with stunning mountain views. Amenities: The Spa, 5,000-sq.-ft. fitness center, extensive tennis facilities and Alchemy Restaurant for inspired dining. Conde Nast Gold List.
Courtyard Marriott at the Mayo Clinic
13444 E. Shea Blvd., Scottsdale • 480.860.4000 800.321.2211 • marriott.com/phxmy
Hassayampa Inn
122 E. Gurley St., Prescott • 928.778.9434
Holiday Inn Hotel & Suites Fountain and Fireside Grill
12800 N. Saguaro Blvd. • 480.837.6565 • holiday-inn.com/fountainhills Adjacent to the fountain, 104 spacious rooms, suites and spa rooms, complimentary high speed Internet/WIFI, boardroom, meeting room, outdoor pool, spa and pet friendly. The Fireside Grill, a full-service restaurant/lounge with on/off site catering and outdoor patio seating.
Home Away Vaction Rentals 512.493.0382
Inn at Eagle Mountain
9800 N. Summer Hill Blvd. 480.816.3000 • 800.992.8083 • innateaglemountain.com 42 mini-suites with Southwest décor, whirlpool tub for two, Kiva gas fireplace, private patio with view, golf, restaurant, pool and Jacuzzi. Fountain Hills/Fort McDowell Official Visitors Guide •
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Radisson Fort McDowell Resort
10438 N. Ft. McDowell Road 480.789.5300 • radissonfortmcdowellresort.com Set on the Fort McDowell Yavapai Nation, on Scottsdale’s eastern edge; enjoy mountain views, generous amenities, championship golf, the Fort McDowell Casino and AAA Four Diamond service.
Russo’s Realm Sunny Vacation Home
15018 N. Rica Vida Way • 425.802.5588 • 888.899.4632 SunnyVacationHome.com 3 Beds, 2 Baths, private heated pool, sleeps 8, BBQ area, wireless high speed Internet, RV parking, air hockey table.
RV PARK Eagle View RV Resort, Ft. McDowell
9605 N. Ft. McDowell Road • 480.789.5310 • eagleviewrvresort.com You can have outdoor ambiance with big city amenities nearby. 150 full hook-up sites. Families and pets welcome. We also have wireless Internet and phone access available.
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Beall’s Outlet
13757 Fountain Hills Blvd. 480.836.8058
Casavino Custom Winery 12005 N. Saguaro Blvd., #101 480.816.8466
Chocofin Chocolatier
13404 LaMontana Drive, Suite 2, 480.836.7444 Award-winning chocolatier featuring European-style chocolates, cakes, toffee, bark and more, all made on premises. Serving gelato and sorbet.
CG Bikes
16815 E. Shea Blvd., Suite 111 480.836.8827
Colors Design
13430 N. Saguaro Blvd., #100 480.816.1703
Crazy Coyote Gifts & Cards 16605 E. Palisades Blvd., #128 480.836.8933
Crystal Blues
16425 E. Palisades Blvd., Suite 104 480.816.3710 Southwest and contemporary clothing, comfortable and casual. Great prices and selections, unique sterling jewelry. We’re in the Blockbuster-Starbucks Center.
Cycle Out
Floral Designs of Ftn Hills
16832 E. Parkview Avenue, #D 480.816.8800 • 888.816.8884 floraldesignsoffountainhills.com A 3rd-generation florist with over 40 years experience specializing in artistic arrangements for weddings, parties, holidays and other special events.
Flower & Gift Shoppe of Fountain Hills
16715 E. Palisades Blvd., Suite 105 480.837.1456 • 877.837.1456 theflowerandgiftshoppe.com
Foot Solutions Comfort Boutique
16858 Avenue of the Fountains 480.816.3880
Fountain Fashions
16605 Palisades Blvd., Suite 156 480.837.9014 • 866.909.9014 fountainfashions.com
Fountain Hills Antique Center
13233 La Montana Drive 480.836.0707
Fountain Hills Artists’ Gallery
16858 Avenue of the Fountains 480.836.9919 fountainhillsartistsgallery.com
Grapeables Fine Wines
12645 N. Saguaro Blvd., Suite 9 480.816.5959 • grapeables.com Retail store and Fountain Hills Desert Flower Quilts first and finest winebar. Inside or 16858 Avenue of the Fountains, #104 patio seating with gorgeous views 480.836.2441 of Four Peaks and the Fountain. 15225 N. Fountain Hills Blvd., #102 480.837.2069
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Gridleys
16830 Avenue of the Fountains 480.837.1090 • gridleysfh.com Take home a bit of Fountain Hills. Southwestern gifts, t-shirts, books, salsa, children’s gifts, art supplies, rocks. FREE Fountain Postcard!
Hang-Ups
13216 N. Verde River Drive 480.837.5240
Style With a Twist
16810 Avenue of the Fountains, #106A • 480.836.7928
Suburban Sole
RK Gallery of Fine Jewelry 12645 N. Saguaro Blvd., Suite 16 480.445.0345 • randypolk.com
Sami Fine Jewelry & Unique Gifts
Arizona gemstones! Come see the Arizona Four Peaks Amethyst, Arizona Garnet and Arizona Peridot. Sami’s also carries diamonds and colored gemstones in custom mountings.
16815 E. Shea Blvd., Suite 107 480.836.2100
Sellzy’s
13525 Fountain Hills Blvd., #105 480.836.1119
Sunset Gallery
16704 Avenue of the Fountains, #100 16846 E. Avenue of the Fountains 480.837.8168 • arizonagems.com 480.837.3391 Sami’s is the destination for
Arizona Four Peaks Amethyst is Arizona’s own “desert gem”. The color is a dark purple with a bright magenta flash. Come in and see Sami’s large selection of Arizona Amethyst custom jewelry and loose gemstones.
Voted one of the Top Jewelry stores in America! 16704 Avenue of the Fountains, Ste 100 Fountain Hills, AZ 85268
480-837-8168 ph • 877.376.6323 toll free www.arizonagems.com
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Avenue of the Fountains Downtown Fountain Hills
This shaded corridor resembles a quaint Main Street setting. Annual events line the street.
Avenue of the Fountains Center
Avenue of the Fountains & Verde River Drive. A quaint indoor shopping facility and is home to Southtique Mercantile Mall.
Crossings
Palisades Boulevard & La Montana Drive. Featuring retail stores and a charter school.
Crossroads Convenience Center
Shea Boulevard & Beeline Highway. The center is filled mainly with fast-food dining.
Eagle Mountain Market Place
Shea Boulevard & Eagle Mountain Parkway. Featuring a supermarket, bank and several shops.
Fountain Hills Plaza
Palisades Boulevard & LaMontana Drive. Anchored by a supermarket and features a bank, hardware store, automotive repair shop and restaurants.
Four Peaks Plaza
Shea Boulevard just west of Saguaro Boulevard. Anchored by a department store and several chain retail stores.
Plaza Fountainside
This 25,000-sq.-ft. center has a restaurant, coffee shop and upscale shops, including an art gallery, jewelry store, boutique and fine wine store.
Palisades Plaza
Fountain Hills & Palisades Boulevard. Anchored by a supermarket and includes retail and fast-food dining.
Red Mountain Plaza
Palisades Boulevard & Avenue of the Fountains. Anchored by a large chain video store, coffee shop, dentist, chiropractor, pet supply store and beauty salon.
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CENTURY 21 Kern Realty
17251 E. Shea Blvd. • 480.837.5833 • 888.539.9814 CENTURY21kernrealty.com
Coldwell Banker Success – Karen DeGeorge 16832 E. Avenue of the Fountains 480.837.1010 • 480.225.3766 • karendegeorge.com
Coldwell Banker Residential Brokerage
16832 Avenue of the Fountains • 480.837.1010 • azmoves.com
The Goyena Team, MCO Realty
12645 N. Saguaro Blvd., #12 • 480.837.0733 • joego.com
MCO Realty, Inc.
9617 N. Saguaro Blvd. • 480.837.2500 • mcorealty.com MCO Realty, Inc. is the leading real estate firm in Fountain Hills, Arizona. Founded in 1981 and an affiliate of the master developer, MCO Properties, MCO Realty prides itself on extensive community knowledge and superb customer service, providing a more comprehensive quality service to their clients in the fast-growing Fountain Hills’ real estate market.
Nabers Property Management & Real Estate
13404 N. La Montana Drive, Suite 4 480.837.9807 • 866.837.9807 • nabersrealty.com Seasonal furnished and unique rentals. Condos, homes and investment property for sale. Managing and selling properties in Fountain Hills since 1974.
RE/MAX Sun Properties
16704 E. Avenue of the Fountains, Suite 101 480.837.9801 • 866.272.7578 • sunpropertiesaz.com APARTMENTS
Four Peaks Condominiums
13700 N. Fountain Hills Blvd. • 480.816.1166 COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENTS
Eagles Nest LLC.
13620 N. Saguaro Blvd., #200 • 480.837.9660 • eaglesnestliving.com Eagles Nest is a 500-acre, gated community nestled in the foothills of the McDowell Mountains offering 244 custom lots, each one acre or larger. Developed by MCO Properties, master developer of Fountain Hills.
Echelon Fine Homebuilders
16765 Parkview Ave., #102 • 480.816.1244 Echelon Companies offers both high-end residential and commercial projects. Give us a call for any of your construction needs. Fountain Hills/Fort McDowell Official Visitors Guide •
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CopperWynd Resort and Club
FireRock Country Club
16000 E. Firerock Country Club Drive • 480.836.8100
Fountain Hills Community Center
13001 N. La Montana Drive • 480.816.5200 • fh.az.gov
Fort McDowell Adventures
480.816.6465 • fortmcdowelladventures.com Trail rides, cattle drives, Jeep tours, La Puesta del Sol & The Ranch.
Fort McDowell Casino
Highway 87 & Ft. McDowell Road 480.837.1424 • fmcasino.com
Rio Verde Country Club
18731 E. Four Peaks Blvd. 480.471.7010 • 877.RIO.VERDE • rioverdecc.com Private country club in the heart of Tonto National Forest. Host to 36 holes of parkland golf. Events and outings welcomed. For more group venues, see Golf Clubs on page 20.
TRANSPORTATION B Line Transportation • 480.816.9027 Signature Limousines • 480.306.7808
SENIOR LIVING Fountain View Village – ASSISTED LIVING FOR SENIORS
16455 E. Avenue of the Fountains 480.836.5000 • fountainviewvillage.com Fountain View Village offers a campus of care: independent and assisted living, memory care, rehabilitation, skilled nursing and skilled dementia care.
WEALTH MANAGEMENT Legacy Asset Management, Inc.
16807 E. Palisades Blvd., Suite 201 480.837.1736 • 888.837.1736 • ItsYourLegacy.com Legacy Asset Management, Inc. is a comprehensive wealth management firm specializing in retirement planning using the Legacy Blueprint process.
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