Prescott LIVING Spring 2021

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Refreshers for Worn-Down Rooms Put Spring in Your Step with a Clean Home Getting Your Garden Ready for Spring Featured Real Estate Agents

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Out & About Awaken Your Skin for Spring Keep Your Pup Pumped and Healthy

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Local Food Experts Bring Spring to the Table Foster the Creativity Within You

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Local Business Owner Profile - Donna Werking

On the Cover

Interior Designer Sharon Wilmeth's Vision Brought To Life

Sharon Wilmeth is originally from Huntington Beach, California and has lived in Prescott Valley now for 30 years. She works for Mandalay Homes and felt like the Jasper 706 plan really matched her style. With the home’s vaulted ceilings with beams and open spaces, it is the perfect place to host large gatherings.

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Director of Public Relations

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Sales & Marketing Manager

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Creative Director

Michele Rodriguez Design Director

Shannon Price

Lead Graphic Designer

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Blake Herzog Staff Writer

Ray Newton

Prescott Pioneer Writer

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Advertiser Index A1 Garage Door Replacement ���������������������������������������������������69

MrWindo ���������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������� 61

Amazing Foot Spa ���������������������������������������������������������������������������119

Museum of Indigenous People ������������������������������������������������175

Able & Ready Construction ���������������������������������������������������������� 61 Apricot Lane Boutique �������������������������������������������������������������������121 ASIS Massage Education �������������������������������������������������������������115

Assurance Electric Services ������������������������������������������������������� 37

Bashford Courts ��������������������������������������������������������������������������������� 8 Bella Home Furnishings ���������������������������������������������������������������49 Better Homes & Gardens Real Estate

Murphy’s Restaurant ������������������������������������������������������������������� 166 NAPA Auto Parts Prescott �������������������������������������������������������������141

Northern Arizona Social, LLC �������������������������������������������������������95 Northpoint Expeditionary Learning Academy �������������������129

Olsen’s for Healthy Animals ������������������������������������������������������133 Optima Medical ����������������������������������������������������������������������������� 109 Phippen Museum ��������������������������������������������������������������������������173

BloomTree Realty - Angie Sumner �����������������������������������������75

Ponderosa Hotel Group ���������������������������������������������������������������99

BloomTree Realty - James Michener ������������������������������������� 77

Prescott Flooring Brokers �������������������������������������������������������������50

BloomTree Realty - Leslie Guiley ���������������������������������������������86

Blue Raven Landscape & Design ���������������������������������������������63

Premiere Tax & Accounting Services PLLC ���������������������������97 Prescott Flower Shop ���������������������������������������������������������������������114

Blushing Cactus Photography �������������������������������������������������119

Prescott Kitchens �����������������������������������������������������������������������������47

Bucky’s & Yavapai Casinos ������������������������������������������������������������2

Prescott Outpatient Surgical Center ������������������������������������122

Broken Horn D Ranch ��������������������������������������������������������������������125 Capital Canyon Club ���������������������������������������������������������������������151

Capstone Homes ���������������������������������������������������������������������������42

Carman Law Firm ���������������������������������������������������������������������������101 Chubby Chuck’s Subs/Old Stage Stop ������������������������������� 165 Cliff Castle Casino Hotel ������������������������������������������������������������163 Coldwell Banker - Brinkhurst �����������������������������������������������������82

Prescott Landscaping Professionals ���������������������������������������59 Prescott Unified School District ������������������������������������������������129

Prescott Women’s Clinic ������������������������������������������������������33, 101 Primera �����������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������64 Purple Clover Boutique ����������������������������������������������������������������123

Realty Executives AZ Territories - Remakel Group �����������85 Realty ONE Group Mountain Desert - Jill Hunsucker �����������80

Coldwell Banker Realty - Peter Fife ������������������������������������ 4, 74

Realty ONE Group Mountain Desert - John Murphy ��������������87

Creative Outdoors LLC �����������������������������������������������������������������65

Realty ONE Group Mountain Desert - Luther Kraxberger ����76

Complete Foot & Ankle Care ����������������������������������������������������107 Drawn West ��������������������������������������������������������������������������������������123

Realty ONE Group Mountain Desert - Judy Bluhm ���������������� 81

Republican Women of Prescott �����������������������������������������������33

Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University ����������������������������������127

Rogers Academy of Beauty �������������������������������������������������������117

Findlay Subaru of Prescott ���������������������������������������������������������� 13

Russ Lyon Sotheby’s - Terri Kiffer ���������������������������������������������78

Fairway Independent Mortgage - Laurie Moore ���������������� 51 Findlay Toyota Center �������������������������������������������������������������������171 Findlay Toyota Prescott ������������������������������������������������������������� 180

Founding Fathers Collecting ����������������������������������������������������103

ROX Casa Grande Insurance �����������������������������������������������������57 Russ Lyon Sotheby’s Int’l Realty ��������������������������������79, 83, 179

Russ Lyon Sotheby’s Int’l Realty - Laura Spaeth ���������������88

Scottsdale Plastic Surgery ���������������������������������������������������������118

Geico ���������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������29

Sharlot Hall Museum ���������������������������������������������������������������� 14, 31

Gurley St Grill ����������������������������������������������������������������������������������� 166

Sunflower Handyman Co �����������������������������������������������������������67

Guaranteed Door Service, Inc ���������������������������������������������������63

Haley Construction Company ���������������������������������������������������� 41 Hassayampa Inn ����������������������������������������������������������������������������� 27 Heritage Park Zoo ��������������������������������������������������������������������������137

Highlands Center for Natural History ������������������������������������125 HomeSmart - Donna Baade �����������������������������������������������������89

Smart Mortgage �����������������������������������������������������������������������������93 The Hike Shack ���������������������������������������������������������������������������������151 The Natural Healing Garden �����������������������������������������������������167

The Raven Cafe �������������������������������������������������������������������������������161 Thumb Butte Medical Center ������������������������������������������������ 6, 113

Totally Floored ����������������������������������������������������������������������������������� 11

HomeSmart Fine Homes & Land - Carly Laipple ���������������87

Two Mamas’ Pizza ��������������������������������������������������������������������������167

Joe’s Furniture ���������������������������������������������������������������������������������38

West USA Realty of Prescott - Christine Sirochman �������88

Keller Williams Realty - Kellie Rutherford �����������������������������85

Whiskers Barkery ����������������������������������������������������������������������������137

MCK Woodworks �����������������������������������������������������������������������������67

ZebraScapes LLC �����������������������������������������������������������������������������55

I Organize 4 You �������������������������������������������������������������������������������59 JT’s Septic �������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������89 Maid To Order �����������������������������������������������������������������������������������66

Medina’s House Cleaning �����������������������������������������������������������69

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Watters Garden Center ���������������������������������������������������������������53 West Valley Garage Cabinets ���������������������������������������������������46

Yavapai Humane Society ����������������������������������������������� 133, 136

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Terry Scheib Delivery Manager

Blake Herzog Writer/Editor

Julie Kahn Sales & Marketing Manager

Elaine Earle Executive Publisher

Ray Newton Contributing Writer

Laurie Fisher Associate Publisher and Director of Sales & Marketing

ROXMediaGroup.net

Bea Lueck Editor-In-Chief & General Manager

Aaron Tipton Creative Director

Julie Turetzky Director of Public Relations

Shannon Price Lead Designer

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Publisher’s Letter

‘Tis the Season for New Ideas

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pring is the season of new growth and new ideas, and that’s especially true this year! Our ROX Media team worked energetically on a refreshed design for this magazine with even more content that’s relevant to you and your family.

We’re introducing city and town pages for Prescott, Prescott Valley, Chino Valley and Dewey-Humboldt with mayoral messages, community news and upcoming events. We have refreshed styles and colors to give us a new look!

Prescott always has so much to offer, and the future is more prosperous than ever. We are excited to see the return of many events in the upcoming months including ticket sales starting for Prescott Frontier Days® — World’s Oldest Rodeo®! Businesses are returning to full steam, and our schools are once again hives of in-person learning.

Real estate is booming and our real estate agents are working diligently for both sellers and buyers in this busy market.

We feature some of our local real estate agents in this special section of our annual Home issue.

We have a lot of ideas for your home in these pages — affordable makeovers for every room in the house, preparing your garden for spring planting, and some ideas on the best cactuses for our yards!

Prescott Regional Airport (PRC) Director Robin Sobotta is our featured ROX Interview; we learned of all the amazing growth we’re seeing at PRC with the new terminal opening and the addition of a second airline with twice-daily flights to Phoenix.

We hope you enjoy this issue as much as we did in designing and crafting it. Our Prescott Pioneer news roundup, Biz! Fun! You! sections along with other sections continue to give you a well-rounded picture of your community and the things that matter most to you.

We love our refreshed Prescott LIVING Magazine — let us know what you think at info@roxco.com

Elaine Earle Elaine Earle

Publisher, Prescott LIVING Magazine

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VOICES

of the Community

At Prescott LIVING Magazine, our slogan is “The Voice of the Community” because we believe the stories in our local region are best told by the people, companies, nonprofits and governments that comprise our community. Here are the “voices” who helped make this issue possible!

Dr. Hojat Askari

Founder & Medical Director, Thumb Butte Medical Center

Margo Christensen

Vice President of Marketing and Public Relations, Ponderosa Hotel Management Services

Sandy Griffis

Executive Director, Yavapai County Contractors Association

Lisa Hayes

Executive Director, Sharlot Hall Museum

Sheri L. Heiney

President/CEO, Prescott Chamber of Commerce

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Ken Lain

Owner, Watters Garden Center

Prescott Parks & Rec Department: Samara Rice-Cummings

Recreation Services Administrative Specialist

Patti Crouse

Recreation Services Administrative Coordinator

Rick Hormann

Recreation Services Supervisor

Maggie Tidaback

Michelle Stacy-Schroeder,

Recreation Services Coordinator

Kelly Tolbert

Economic Development Project Manager, Town of Chino Valley

Recreation Services Coordinator

Marnie Uhl

President & CEO Prescott Valley Chamber of Commerce

Donna Werking

Owner, Marketing Agency Northern Arizona Social, LLC

Loree Walden

Marketing Manager, Yavapai Humane Society

See more Voices and full bios at PrescottLIVINGMag.com/voices P RES C OT T L I V I NG MAG .C O M

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The Prescott Pioneer THE LATEST LOCAL NEWS

Stories by Ray Newton

P R ESC OT T | PR E S C O TT V ALLE Y | C HI N O VA L L E Y | D E W E Y- H U M BO L D T

Spring 2021

Photo by Ray Newton

Granite Creek Corridor Improvements to Begin Prescott City Council members have given the go-ahead for design and engineering work to make the downtown Granite Creek Corridor a “user-friendly and safe area.”

The Council approved a $179,178 contract with Kimley-Horn and Associates (KHA) and its Prescott office for preparation of design and engineering work necessary for Granite Creek renovation.

KHA is an extension of one of the nation’s largest planning and design firms.

Tyler Goodman, assistant to City Manager Michael Lamar, said design and planning work should be completed soon with construction beginning in early July.

Prescott Mayor Greg Mengarelli has called Granite Creek Corridor one of the “jewels” in the area and improvements will revitalize and enhance it.

The estimated cost is about $1.8 million.

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fund and the Prescott Public Works Department budget. A grant request has been filed with the Arizona Land and Water Conservation Fund.

Among improvements under

($70,000); ramada or amphitheater at West Granite Creek Park ($70,000); removal of non-native medium/large elm trees clogging the creek ($72,000); storm water outfall improvements ($106,447);

Prescott Mayor Greg Mengarelli has called Granite Creek Corridor one of the “jewels” in the area and improvements will revitalize and enhance it. consideration are the following: benches ($5,400); signage ($6,000); surface trail improvements from Aubrey to Willis streets ($25,000); construction of access to Goodwin Street compliant with American with Disabilities Act ($57,410); ramada near the historic railroad trestle bridge

retaining walls ($148,000); and corridor lighting ($184,426).

Preparation a splash pad and play area near the south end of Granite Creek Park on Montezuma Street is underway. When completed, that same area will include space for the Prescott Farmers Market.

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Clark Tenney to Replace Billie Orr on City Council Clark Tenney, a Prescott resident for 38 years, was appointed by a 6-0 vote of the City Council to replace

Clark Tenney

former Councilmember Billie Orr, who resigned in January because of health reasons.

Tenney, currently assistant principal at Prescott High School, said he would be a moderate conservative voice on the council, unfettered by a narrow interest group of constituents.

He was sworn by Mayor Pro Tem Alexa Scholl.

Tenney was selected from among five finalists.

Andre Carman, withdrew his name from consideration the morning of the Feb. 16 special meeting. Other finalists were Connie Cantelme, Jim Lamerson and Eric Moore.

Council members

Tenney said he would be a moderate conservative voice on the council, unfettered by a narrow interest group of constituents. interviewed and ranked the finalists, narrowing the choices to Moore and Tenney.

After he was named, Mayor Greg Mengarelli said Tenney was the candidate who “epitomized Billie Orr when she was on the council.” Mengarelli had maintained that the replacement candidate should have qualities similar to Orr’s.

Tenney later said the council

represents the interests and views of Prescott citizens in dealing with present issues with an eye to the future. He views the council as working under the leadership of the mayor and with advice from the city manager and city attorney so that all develop a deep understanding of issues impacting Prescott.

All interviews were conducted in public through an online livestream process.

Tenney earned a bachelor’s degree at Brigham Young University in education and Japanese. He later earned a master’s degree in educational leadership and administration from Northern Arizona University. A member of the Fulbright Scholarship Alumni organization, he has been active in local, regional and state activities and organizations, including Arizona Town Hall.

Tenney is married and has five children.

Chamberlain Retires as Regional Director of ACF-YC The regional director for the Arizona Community Foundation of Yavapai County (ACF-YC) Carol Chamberlain is retiring after serving nine years.

During her tenure at the foundation, Chamberlain has seen assets grown from $16 million to $63 million.

Such growth made it possible for the ACF-YC to fund dozens of community and organization projects through the county. Since its founding in 1993, the foundation has distributed more than $19.8 million in grants and scholarships.

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proud of the collaborative partnership with the Yavapai County Education Service Agency in developing and supporting a reading program for helping third-grade students achieve fourth-grade reading levels.

When Chamberlain and her husband, Ken Mabarak, came to Prescott, they immediately became involved in community philanthropic events. She had more than 20 years of experience in nonprofit management. Many of those years were as CEO and president of the Greater Southwest Chapter of the

Carol Chamberlain

Arthritis Foundation.

She earned an undergraduate degree from Texas Women’s University, and a master’s of nursing degree from Rush Read more on page 62…

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Robin Sobotta and husband Tom Roush during Alaska cruise

Robin Sobotta

The

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Director, Prescott Regional Airport

With Great Risk Comes Great Reward Interview by Ray Newton

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obin Sobotta, Director, Prescott Regional Airport — Ernest A. Love Field (PRC), has nothing but enthusiasm for what she sees as the future of the airport and aviation activities in Northern Arizona.

“The Quad Cities have produced a robust aviation community,” she says.

“We have more than 300 tenants on the airfield.” Sobotta credits the airport and its growing number of businesses for their economic contributions. “Holistically, this airport is a major economic generator.

PRC has really grown up.”

Much of that “robust aviation community” atmosphere is a result of the dedication and influence Sobotta has put into her position as airport director.

Initially, she took the position when she was “on loan” for a year-long sabbatical from Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University (ERAU) in 2018.

As the founding chair of the business school at ERAU-Prescott, Sobotta enjoyed a 20-year academic career with the university. Previously, she had 17 years of airport and aviation industry experience working at five airports, as a NASA business consultant, and on Arizona’s Aerospace and Defense Commission.

In addition to being an Accredited Airport Executive, Sobotta holds an MBA from ERAU, and a Ph.D. in public administration from Arizona State University. Sobotta has written

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Prescott Regional Airport employees, Terminal Construction Kick-Off, January 2020.

Photo by Jared Bass.

several aviation publications, including coauthoring a book, The Administration of Public Airports.

Aside from aviation, golf has played a major role in her life. She attended the University of Michigan on a golf scholarship, and played on the men’s golf team in high school, where she met her future husband Tom Roush. They’ve been married for 19 years.

In 2019, Sobotta was selected by the Arizona Department of Transportation (ADOT) as Airport Executive of the Year. Prescott Regional Airport received the Federal Aviation Administration’s Western-Pacific Region Outstanding Airport Award in 2019, and was named ADOT’s Airport of the Year in 2020.

Prescott LIVING: You worked at Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University before accepting the full-time position as Airport Director? You took on a one-year sabbatical in 2018-2019, and ERAU would have welcomed your return.

What prompted you to accept the fulltime position?

Robin Sobotta: When I went on a sabbatical, it was intended to be a one-year leave of absence.

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success. I am a high-energy person and felt this could also be a transformational move to support the community. I also thought, “Well, this will be kind of fun.”

When I took the job on Jan. 29, 2018, the commercial air carrier was Great Lakes. Also, the City had been talking about building a terminal for decades. I found some original documents in our files including a proposal to the FAA in the 1980s for a new terminal. The construction cost then was under $1 million (versus $15 million today). Remember — that’s 40 years ago.

In late March 2018, Great Lakes folded up shop. That gave us a unique opportunity to seek a new air service provider.

We, the community, took a risk.

We went without commercial air service for four months. This allowed more time for carriers to submit bids for essential air service rights at PRC. Seven air carriers bid. We really had a winner when SkyWest Airlines, operating under the United Express banner, submitted the winning bid. At that point, everything changed.

In addition, Boutique Air recently launched daily flights to Phoenix.

What a difference from just three

years ago. All this made me realize it was a good time to just keep staying on; so when the City asked me to stay, I said, “Yes.” Prescott LIVING: Prescott Regional Airport now ranks 25th in the nation in terms of air traffic operations, correct?

Robin Sobotta: Yes. In 2019, PRC was ranked as the 45th busiest airport in the nation. But, in 2020, because of COVID, many large commercial service airports throughout the country had reduced operations.

Because our pilot training numbers grew last year, our national ranking increased to 25th.

While our average aircraft size is not as large as some of the lower ranked airports, our frequency of operations is quite phenomenal.

To give you an idea, in terms of 2020 aircraft operations, we were busier than airports in San Francisco, Orlando, Philadelphia, Newark, Boston, JFK and Baltimore.

Even Dallas and Oakland were ranked below us. This is quite an extraordinary list.

Prescott LIVING: Questions about the airport and the expansion.

There’s discussion of a $64-million extension of the main runway.

Why is that necessary?

Robin Sobotta and Mark McClardy, FAA, at new terminal groundbreaking, 2019. Photo by Lynne LeMaster.

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Robin Sobotta: PRC is considered a “hot and high” airport. Our airfield elevation is at 5,045 feet with warm weather a good deal of the year. This combination of high elevation and warm air requires that aircraft need more runway length to take off. The heavier the aircraft weight, the more runway needed. Pilots determine the runway length needed to safely depart, and airlines determine the maximum number of passenger seats available on flights during the warmer months.

Previously, the airline has limited seat sales, due to our short runway. An extension could take the main runway from 7,619 feet to 11,000 feet and allow more airline seats to be available.

A longer runway doesn’t necessarily mean larger airplanes. Rather, we want to have enough runway length to allow our airlines to fill every available seat. Also, the U.S. Forest Service air tanker base staff would potentially benefit by allowing them to include more weight (for extinguishing agent or fuel) on board their firefighting aircraft.

Prescott LIVING: Why do you think SkyWest/United Express has been so successful here?

This airport is a major economic generator.

PRC has really grown up.

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Shirley M. Sobotta, Fredric Sobotta and Robin Sobotta at new terminal groundbreaking, 2019. Photo by John Heiney.

Robin Sobotta: It’s really been an untapped market. Individuals wanted a reliable choice, and they didn’t feel the prior carrier was reliable. Frankly, we have seen pretty good performance. With United Express, our completion (non-cancellation) rate has been 99%, with a 90% on-time performance in 2020. These are really good numbers.

Direct flights into Denver are a blessing. Those give us access to one of the busiest airports in the country with a lot of connectivity.

We also like the connections through Los Angeles, which provides both domestic and international flight connections.

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Passengers tell us that driving down I-17 to Sky Harbor in Phoenix is nobody’s preference. It’s a tedious, sometimes unpredictable ride. Some people even leave the night before — and pay for lodging — so they won’t miss their flight. So, it’s great that we have air service options for northern Arizona residents.

Prescott LIVING: Do these airlines coming to PRC anticipate expanding the number of destinations?

Robin Sobotta: The answer is yes. I just can’t disclose this information yet. That’s something they will

announce when they’re ready.

We’re looking at additional flights to current destinations as well as additional destinations. Those will likely be very popular with our passengers.

Based on our market data, I can tell you where passengers like to go, historically. The most popular destination connecting through LAX is San Francisco, followed by Chicago and Sacramento. The top destination through Denver is Chicago, followed by Minneapolis and Boston.

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CITY SPEAK Prescott

Greg Mengarelli, Mayor City of Prescott

Prescott Regional Airport (PRC) is taking off in 2021 “I am excited about all of the great momentum we are generating at Prescott Regional Airport. Recently, we added twice daily flights from PRC to Phoenix Sky Harbor on Boutique Air. This will add another great option for our regional travelers, connecting Prescott passengers with literally

thousands of destinations via Denver and Los Angeles on United Express, operated by SkyWest, and now Sky Harbor on Boutique Air. These great routes, combined with our state-of-theart terminal coming online later this spring, makes flying out of Prescott even more attractive.”

such as pedestrian and vehicular traffic, infrastructure needs, land use, airport protection, and other planning considerations. “ “These plans will be led by steering committees of property owners, stakeholders and citizens, and moderated by a professional planning firm called PLAN*et. There will be a series of public meetings over the next several months to inform and hear from citizens about both of these plans. We expect to have presentations to City Council by the end of the year.”

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May 8-9 Mountain Artists Guild Fine Art and Wine Festival Saturday: 9 a.m.-5 p.m.

Sunday: 9 a.m.-4 p.m.

Yavapai County Courthouse Plaza

Planning for Success “The City has embarked on a planning process for two critical areas in our community. First is the Prescott North Area Plan, taking a comprehensive look at areas generally north of Pioneer Parkway/Highway 89A. The other encompasses the downtown area surrounding Granite Creek, just west of the Courthouse Plaza, between Aubrey Street and the new Hilton Garden Inn at Sheldon Street. This will complement the work being done to improve the Granite Creek Corridor and Greenway Trail. The plans will encompass elements

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return for the first time since 2019 — the Mountain Artists Guild Fine Art and Wine Festival May 8-9, and the Phippen Western Art Show and Sale May 29-31.”

May 29-31 Phippen Museum Western Art Show and Sale Saturday & Sunday: 9 a.m.-5 p.m.

Monday: 9 a.m.-3 p.m.

Yavapai County Courthouse Plaza

May 29-31 Chamber Off Street Festival

Saturday & Sunday: 9 a.m.-5 p.m.

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CITY SPEAK Mayor Kell Palguta invites residents and visitors alike to enjoy what the community has to offer. “I am as excited as ever to welcome springtime back to our community, knowing that this time of the year Prescott Valley is going to entice everyone out to partake in our amazing weather as well as the awesome events that we have planned.

Prescott Valley Be sure to make Prescott Valley a destination this spring — I promise you will not regret it.”

The Town of Prescott Valley is looking forward to spring with anticipation of what we do best — get outdoors! Sports leagues, public pool opening, hiking, biking, fishing, viewing public art, and so much more are on the horizon.

Enjoy Our Community The Mountain Valley Splash Pool opens May 29. The season will include swim lessons, recreation, lap and therapy swim and aqua aerobics. To register for lessons and water aerobics see www. pvaz.net/292/communityservices and click on Aquatics.

The Town of Prescott Valley has recently combined its Parks & Recreation, Library and Arts & Culture departments to better serve the public. Find a newly designed webpage at www.pvaz.net/292/ community-services with icons for Classes and Programs, Arts & Culture, Special Events and more.

If you’re a hiking, biking or walking enthusiast, the Community Services web page also includes an icon with information about local trails. Don’t forget the Town’s extensive multi-use path system, a surfaced network of paths that run west to east and south to north in Prescott Valley. These paths are also suitable for those who need accessibility for wheelchairs or other mobility devices.

Be sure to check out the new QRcode-guided tours of the sculptures and art pieces that are part of the Prescott Valley Civic Center’s Art at the Center exhibit. The Town’s Arts & Culture division is installing plaques with Quick Response (QR) codes at each art piece. Art enthusiasts 28

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can scan the QR code and hear a recording with information about each art piece, including the artist, history and materials. These QR codes also will be installed near sculptures outside the Civic Center grounds, such as numerous parks.

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EVENTS May Prescott Valley Arts & Culture division — Abstract and Surreal Photography

Throughout May; Prescott Valley Public Library. Applications to enter work due April 9 at www.pvaz.net/ documentcenter/view/10957

May 1 MLB Pitch, Hit & Run

Saturday, May 1, 9 a.m. registration. Free event for registered Boys & Girls ages 7-14 to showcase their baseball/ softball skills. Top participants in each age group advance to the Team Championship. More info at pitchhitrun.com or contact PV Parks & Recreation at 928-7593090 or email jsanchez@pvaz.net.

Kell Palguta, Mayor Town of Prescott Valley areas are treasured for bird lovers.

Fain Lake and the Yavapai Lakes at Mountain Valley Park can yield some surprises for bird lovers, along with the varied species of ducks and birds during different seasons. Bring a pair of binoculars and a camera, because you never know what might drop in!

May 12 Town will host its second Thank the Blue

A community-wide appreciation of our law enforcement officers: May 12. A Drive By Salute around the Civic Center will take place at 6:30 p.m., and a program will follow at the Civic Center’s Theater on the Green, including music, special speakers, honor guard, and pipes and drums.

May 28 Calling All Superheroes, Prescott Valley’s annual Movies Under the Stars

Starts May 28; 7:45 p.m.; outdoors at the Theater on the Green at the Prescott Valley Civic Center; movies are free and this year, will include a playlist of favorite superhero films; weekly movie list at www.pvaz. net/292/community-services

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CITY SPEAK “I think Chino comes down to three things; front porches, iced tea and neighbors. The front porch goes with the atmosphere, sitting out in the evening. The iced tea goes back to the good water that we

Town of Chino Valley have here, and then the neighbors.

This town is small enough that if you’ve been here for very long everybody here is your neighbor.”

— Jack Miller, Chino Valley Mayor

Tidbits The Chino Valley Aquatic Center is planning on opening for this summer season! The pool opens in the later part of May and closes in August.

For details call Chino Valley Parks and Recreation at 928-636-9780.

Insurgent Brewing Company won the Small Business Development Center round one of the Small Business Makeover of a Lifetime! We look forward to the improvements that come with this wonderful program: Keeping Yavapai Small Business Dreams Alive! This program was created by the Small Business Development Center at Yavapai College to help small businesses effected by COVID-19.

Insurgent expanded into an adjacent space right as COVID

hit. Save the date for its five-year anniversary party this June!

Compass Training has opened its 200 yard outdoor shooting range. John Stankewicz, manager of Compass Training Center, said: “We want to thank the Town of Chino Valley and its Roads Department for all the assistance in finishing up our 200-yard range.

We have had a few hiccups along the way with weather and a few other things, but its looking like we should be done by the second week in March (fingers crossed).”

Jack Miller, Mayor Town of Chino Valley

EVENTS April 24 Chamber of Commerce Event: Wine Bites and Brew

5 to 9 p.m. There There will be three bands, a casino, vendors and food trucks. VIP tickets include food, but only 100 for sale — tickets online at www. chinovalley.org or at Olsen’s Grain, Tom’s Print and Shop or the Chino Valley Lionesses.

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May 8, June 19, September 25 All Breed Open Horse Show

All shows start at 8 a.m.

Chino Valley Equestrian Park

July 4 Fourth of July is on!

The Town is not sure if it will be a drive-thru or regular event. Stay tuned for details.

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CITY SPEAK

Town of Dewey-Humboldt

Arizona’s Country Town Mayor John Hughes is a fourthgeneration Arizona rancher.

He took office Dec. 1, 2020, for a two-year term. He previously was a councilman for four years.

His vision and goals for the Dewey-Humboldt area — called Arizona’s Country Town — are to revitalize the downtown area.

“There is so much potential and history,” he says, to share with the local community, as well as serve the Quad City/Town areas and especially people traveling through.

The mayor’s wife Carie Hughes is working on bringing a chamber of commerce to Dewey-Humboldt to help provide more opportunities for local businesses while providing information for the communities.

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“We are here to serve the citizens and to provide the very best we possibly can for our Arizona’s Country Town,” Mayor Hughes says.

He will begin a Mayor’s Hour in April — a time to gather each month. The get-togethers will be at different locations. See our Facebook page for times and places: www. facebook.com/DeweyHumboldt.AZ The main street includes a cafe, gas station, sheriff’s station, shooting sports shop, gift shop, Town Hall, Post Office and recently a new barber shop and Subway.

There are a few other commercial businesses along Hwy 69 where there is always potential for more growth as our community continues to grow and expand.

John Hughes, Mayor Town of Dewey-Humboldt

The Dewey-Humboldt Historical Society is gathering items for the new museum being built off of Hwy 69. You will find a link with more information about donations on the home page of their website at www. deweyhumboldthistoricalsociety.org

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Republican Women of Prescott is Off to a Great Start with 300 members attending the monthly luncheons

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n February, the RWOP Coat Drive was launched, partnering with Lazy G’s Brewhouse and Key 2 My Heart. Over 450 coats were donated to PASS (Prescott Area Shelter Services) and Project Awareness Men’s Shelter.

RWOP luncheons continue to focus on Arizona politics including, but not limited to, Election Integrity, Redistricting and helping Republican Candidates get elected. Upcoming

speakers include U.S. Congressman Paul Gosar, Senate President Karen Fann, Yavapai County Sheriff Dave Rhodes, and LD1 Representatives Judy Burges and Quang Nguyen. Special tributes are planned honoring Veterans, Law Enforcement, First Responders and Scholarship Recipients.

Fundraising is a big part of RWOP as the proceeds go to Scholarships for Republican high school seniors. Events

planned include a Tea and Fashion Show, Kentucky Derby Day, Jeans and Jewels Ball, and the Big Event.

In 2019, the Big Event was Governor Mike Huckabee speaking to a packed crowd netting $25,000 benefitting RWOP programs.

RWOP was founded in Prescott in 1942 and is the largest Republican Women’s Organization in Arizona.

For membership information, visit our website www.RWOP.info for membership information.

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ave you been in your home for a while and watched the walls turn from beige to greige? Or maybe you’ve just moved into your fixer-upper knowing the fix may have to wait for a year or three?

Refreshers for Worn-Down Rooms

by Blake Herzog

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H O M E S PE C I A L F E AT U R E If you hit a mental or budgetary block when it comes to the word “renovations,” we’ve got some great hacks to rejuvenate your house, or any part of it, with a little cash and creativity:

Living Room

Rearrange or relocate — Consider whether the furniture and traffic might flow better if you flip the sofa and chairs around and put the TV in a different spot to avoid glare and other impediments to a prime entertainment experience. If you’ve got another space that might serve that function better, don’t hesitate to try it.

Four on the floor — If you have tile or laminate that’s definitely seen better days, there are peel-and-stick options that are affordable and surprisingly effective at papering over the defects. For carpet, you can deploy some rugs or remove it inexpensively to make room for a DIY replacement.

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Kitchen Enhance cabinets — If you’ve got to do something about them, there are many options besides just tearing them out. You can scrub down, repaint, resurface or re-accessorize with modern hardware that will make them look brand-new. If they need to go, you can remove them and put in open shelving for a much more affordable and radical makeover.

Island life — If you need more workspace, but can’t add a full-blown island, look at buying a simple table or recycling an extra one from your or someone else’s house, maybe adding wheels if it’s not practical to have it moored in the middle of the room 24/7.

Bathroom Consider a cabinet — Medicine cabinets are much easier to deal with than kitchen cabinets because they’re much smaller and you generally only need or have room for one. Plus, they add storage space where it’s needed.

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Silence is golden — If you have a rickety old toilet just off the master bedroom that slams shut at the slightest provocation, you can buy a self-closing toilet seat for $20 or so that will create a new world at bedtime, whether you’re usually the closer or closee!

Bedroom A new light — The outdated, inadequate light fixture in the middle of the ceiling can be replaced with something chic or a ceiling fan with bulbs included. Or you can supplement it with one or two elegant light fixtures or wall sconces at the head of the bed or wherever else you might need them.

Inject drama — Your bedroom is one place where your guests are not likely to spend much time, it’s a great place for you to do you. And if you crave a dramatic red, blue, green or black accent wall, this is the perfect place to perk up with a weekend paint job.

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by Sandy Griffis, Executive Director, Yavapai County Contractors Association The “rash” of phone calls continues from homeowners who have purchased materials/ products primarily online and are calling for referrals for contractors to perform installation of these materials and/or products.

The majority of the calls pertain to plumbing fixtures, faucets, shower heads, tile, water heaters and now HVAC units, which can be purchased online.

I get it — many homeowners want to purchase materials for remodeling jobs and/ or an upgrade on their own because they want to avoid any possible contractor markup. Many homeowners are convinced buying something via the “net” or shopping at a “big box” store will save money.

However, there are potential pitfalls when homeowners buy their own products from mismatched, broken or missing parts to finding installers willing to work with materials they didn’t coordinate themselves for the project.

There have been situations in which the homeowner failed to order necessary special parts required for proper installation. There have been situations when the homeowner had ordered incorrect parts that did not fit the current application and modifications had to be made.

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the labor — the first install, for the removal of the first install, then for the second install.

The plumber and/or the applicable contractor may have to make additional trips to the supply house to work with parts that were incompatible from the onset and/ or make modifications to the area where the homeowner supplied material was going.

All contractors warrant the product they supply. If there is an issue with a contractorsupplied item, the homeowner has the benefit in working directly with the contractor who had the responsibility to rectify the problem with the manufacture.

Homeowners have responsibilities when they furnish their own materials. Again, if there are any problems with the materials they purchased, they’ll be responsible for not only replacing those materials, but also any surrounding or attached parts that might have been damaged or destroyed.

In closing and stepping off my soapbox: Homeowners please know that while buying the parts or materials could possibly save you a little money, in the long run those parts or materials could cost you double the amount or more.

And, wouldn’t you rather buy local to support our economy?

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Put Spring in Your Step with a Clean Home

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G

iving your home a thorough scrub down as winter gives way to spring is a tradition found not just in the U.S., but around the globe.

The concept may have begun taking shape in Persia (Iran) about 5,000 years ago at the beginning of its new year, which coincides with the first day of spring.

But it likely has biological roots, too. After being shut in for most of the winter with reduced sunlight but lots of dust piling up, energized humans wake up to the conditions that have built up and get out to “khooneh tekouni” (shake the house), as Iranians call it.

Spring cleaning has taken on a similarly thorough meaning here. And studies have shown that, as exhausting as it can be, flushing every bit of grime out of your house improves our physical and mental health.

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forget to start the laundry in the morning and keep it going throughout the day.

Some prefer to spread the work out over several days or weekends, but consider setting aside one or two days to give it your all, keeping the momentum going and getting a full blast of that squeaky-clean home feeling as your reward.

Living, Family Rooms ❚ Put away toys and other loose items, fold throws and blankets. ❚ Sanitize light switches, keyboards, remotes. ❚ Dust furniture and decorations, including photo frames. ❚ Vacuum couch and chairs. ❚ Vacuum corners along floors, and cobwebs along ceiling. ❚ Spot clean carpet or borrow/ rent carpet cleaner.

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❚ Fold and put away clothes and loose items.

❚ Sanitize the switch plates and doorknobs.

❚ Wipe down cabinet doors, wipe down inside cabinets.

❚ Dust the furniture (including picture frames and display items).

❚ Clean the toilet (including wiping down the outside and scrubbing the bowl well).

❚ Empty kitchen drawers and wipe/vacuum them out.

❚ Rotate mattresses.

❚ Wipe down mirrors.

❚ Vacuum floors.

❚ Clean counter and sink.

❚ Clean small appliances (microwave, toaster, tea kettle, stand mixer, etc.).

❚ Vacuum corners along floors and cobwebs along ceiling.

❚ Scrub the tub.

❚ Wipe down the backsplash and walls.

❚ Clean refrigerator interior, wipe down outside of fridge, vacuum coils. ❚ Clean oven and stove top. ❚ Empty trash; take can outside and clean inside and out. ❚ Clean kitchen sink. ❚ Sweep and mop floor.

❚ Wash the shower walls. ❚ Give the drains a treatment. ❚ Empty the trash; take can outside and clean inside and out. ❚ Sweep and mop the floor.

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Getting Your Garden Ready for Spring

by Blake Herzog

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pring is the most vibrant, transformational season of all as we steadily pull out of winter’s botanical doldrums and celebrate the re-emergence of every leaf and flower, bird and bee we’ve been missing.

But since we live in the hills and mountains of Arizona’s Central Highlands, we need to do a little transforming of the soil in our yards if we’re going to adapt them to something other than what nature has dropped in. You need to think ahead to attain the veggies, carefully planted hummingbird hangouts or that giant sunflower you’ve always wanted.

Getting Ready Early

Ideally, your prepping process began in January or February by cleaning out stray branches, weeds and other debris that’s not expected to add any helpful organic matter, making your first soil amendments and digging holes for any new trees you’re planning.

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Try not to disturb the aerating, fertility-building mixture during this period. Instead, this is a good time to make sure your garden tools are in working order or replaced and review your planned plantings for any needed adjustments.

Starting to Plant

In April, a Greater Prescott vegetable grower can start planting seedlings and transplants for broccoli, cabbage, cauliflower, kale, kohlrabi, lettuce and Swiss chard, according to www. almanac.com (descended from the Old Farmer’s Almanac).

Ornamental and pasture grasses should be planted in April, and this is also the time to seed your sod to your lawn. The spring florals you’ve already planted are likely blooming.

Finishing it Up

Getting into May, it’s getting time to plant anything else you may have been planning to as seedlings, including basil, bell peppers, celery, cucumbers, eggplant, oregano, sweet potatoes, tomatoes and watermelon. The almanac recommends growing a relative few all the way from seeds, as seen on the website. Enjoy!

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2021 Roses

Best in Show, Best in Your Garden

by Lisa Watters-Lain, Arizona’s Garden Gal

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he mountains of Arizona are famous for easy-care roses.

Because of the dry air and alkaline soils, we grow a better, brighter, more fragrant rose without the disease and insect issues that plague gardens in highhumidity states.

Every garden deserves at least one rose bush, whether in the ground, raised bed, or a container.

Winners of the Best Mountain Roses for 2021 are those with fragrance, ease of care, long bloom cycles and fadeless colors. The roses described here are by no means the only roses you’ll find at Watters Garden Center, but they are the winners.

Roses are listed in alphabetical order, not in order of popularity.

Arctic Blue (double-ruffled lavender blossoms — floribunda) Pointed buds slowly unfurl to reveal spiraled flowers of lovely lilac pink, fading to lavender-blue with a cream reverse. The petals hold their color well, remaining attractive right until they are finished.

Falling in Love (blushes of clear pink — hybrid tea) This rose makes your heart pitter-patter with its showy, 52

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fragrant flowers of warm pink and porcelain white. Each long-lived blossom is regally carried atop sturdy stems, just waiting to be cut and enjoyed.

Destined to garner its share of awards, we’re confident you’ll swoon over Falling in Love.

Frida Kahlo (fabulous jeweled rose — floribunda) Worldacclaimed painter Frida Kahlo once said: “I paint flowers so they will not die.” Frida, the rose, is a lively reminder of her enduring spirit.

The colored swirl of this rose intensifies as the flowers age, adding a red blush as the final touch. If you are one of Frida’s followers or merely a rose lover, plant her rose for a striking show of vibrant flowers on this compact, vigorous bush.

Good as Gold (Sunset Gold — hybrid tea) Some might say “orange,” some “gold,” some “amber” or “doubledipped yellow.” However you perceive it, we guarantee it is bold and beautiful, especially

with the kiss of red on the finish.

This beautiful bushy bouquet fills your garden with loads of long-stemmed roses. Good as Gold is not for the lovers of pastel in the gardens.

Head Over Heels (pink cloud-like flowers — shrub) Full, fluffy, light pink flowers repeatedly blooms through the season. A straightforward rose used along driveways right to the front door or planted in comfortably elegant containers.

Lady in Red (large ruffled old-fashioned red — climber) The large ruffled flowers will take your breath away. You will fall in love with her study, fast-growth covered in classic red flowers. No other climbing rose shows off masked in red like this lady.

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The abundant blooms arrive on a praise-worthy plant with large glossy green leaves, good vigor, and energetic vitality — best bloom size in colder temps.

Radiant Perfume (citrus yellow — grandiflora) The boldest yellow rose with an intoxicating citrus fragrance!

The long-stem flowers are perfect for gardens and bouquets full of blooms. The combination of dazzling color on long-stemmed flowers and the irresistible lemon scent makes Radiant Perfumes a favorite.

Tropical Lightning (fast sunset purple growth — climber) No other rose comes close to this extraordinary color blend. Her tropical warmth comes in the form of vibrant sunset oranges with dazzling streaks of light cream. The effect is accentuated by a layer of purple smoke creating a burnt orange combo, perfect for a stormy sky!

New growth shows in dark burgundy for an endless tropical storm of fragrant rosy blooms.

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Feeding roses with my specially formulated Flower Power 48 water-soluble fertilizer every two weeks produces huge blooms! Water your new rose bush deeply twice a month for bouquets of full, plump, flowers the entire year.

Watters’ roses are ready to plant for Mother’s Day producing waves of flowers the important women in your life.

Until the next issue, I’ll be helping gardeners pick just the right rose here at Watters Garden Center.

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Benefits of Good Landscaping Come in Many Stripes

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he exterior of your home is just as important as the interior when it comes to comfort, aesthetics and entertaining friends and family. A beautifully landscaped yard significantly adds joy and quality of life, not to mention increasing the financial value for your home and enhancing the community.

ZebraScapes Landscaping and Services is a family-owned and operated business started by Rodney and Denise Steidinger.

We have been working miracles and improving curb appeal in the Quad-City area for more than 10 years now. The business started by knocking on doors to earn new business performing maintenance and install services.

ZebraScapes grew fast through dedication, hard work and quality products poured into every project. The business continues to grow, currently employing over 40 full-time team members. We have the largest fleet in Northern Arizona with specialized equipment to execute worldclass service for our clients.

“Our philosophy is simple, create the most beautiful outdoor environment while using the highest quality materials, and back up every project with a warranty,” Rodney says, adding “We are here to make your dreams a reality.”

ZebraScapes has provided services including custom landscape design and installation, tree care, irrigation, maintenance, Firewise cleanup and many more services. Our professional staff is well trained and experienced. Our certified arborist on staff, Edwin DeWees, has specialized in tree care for more than 20 years. “We can reach any tree height with our bucket lift to treat or remove safely,” Edwin says.

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irrigation technician.

His professional crew is ready to design a custom system specific to your landscape needs. “I like to see the use of more native plants and xeriscapes.

Water is a precious commodity in the high desert and focusing on conservation and sustainability is highly encouraged,” Justin says.

When it comes to weed control, ZebraScapes has an Arizona-licensed certified applicator to perform the job properly, adhering to its strict regulations.

Spraying pre-emergent will keep weeds from germinating and taking over your yard this spring. We also recommend pre-emergent spray again just before the monsoon season starts.

“Our philosophy is simple, create the most beautiful outdoor environment while using the highest quality materials, and back up every project with a warranty.”

The National Fire Protection Association (www.nfpa.org) is an interagency program that partners with communities, homeowners, private industry, tribes, public agencies and officials to develop and implement local solutions for wildfire preparedness — before a fire starts.

ZebraScapes personnel are skilled and trained in the science of Firewise techniques

suggested by the Prescott Area Wildland Urban Interface Commission, so we can help you take action now to ensure your property has defensible space. “We live in a beautiful environment with homes surrounded by natural growth, but that creates a condition highly susceptible to wildfire danger, so we need to be prepared in advance,” says Gary Russell, Firewise supervisor.

ZebraScapes Landscaping and Services was recently honored to receive Prescott’s Best award from the City of Prescott for our outstanding achievements, longevity, contributions to the community and commitment to Prescott’s quality of life.

We are very grateful for this recognition and the opportunity to be an integral part of this vibrant community.

To us, “commitment to Prescott’s quality of life” means much more than simply contributing to a charitable cause. Rodney and Denise wanted to somehow help less fortunate children. They found their calling in 2013 when they became licensed foster parents and a sweet little girl named Ella came into their lives. It wasn’t long before the state asked Rodney and Denise about adopting Ella permanently.

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We would highly recommend ZebraScapes for any landscaping projects and we will use them in the future.”

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We approach every project with considerations for the surroundings and bring in elements complimentary to the natural environment. Our designs can include native plants and trees palette to keep water usage to a minimum, an outdoor kitchen, fireplace, fire pit, pergola, water feature, pavers and patios.

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Rear AEB Technology Reduces Fender Benders

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ave you ever been tailgating and then the driver in front of you suddenly slams on their brakes?

That situation requires swift reaction to avoid a collision.

Fortunately, advanced safety systems are being unveiled every day in the auto industry that can prevent those types of accidents and make our roads safer for all users.

A recent study looked at two types of automatic emergency braking (AEB) systems that have been touted as reducing vehicle collisions. According to the study: Rear AEB systems had a considerably larger effect on reducing fender benders, while front AEB systems had a greater effect on reducing damage and bodily injury in stronger collisions.

In other words, this crash technology saves lives and prevents costly car repairs. AEB is designed to apply brakes automatically without a driver’s intervention when there is impending danger of a collision.

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To find out how effective this technology is, the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety, in partnership with the Highway Loss Data Institute, conducted a study drawing several conclusions.

Significant reduction in fender benders The institute studied both front and rear AEB systems. It found that rear AEB systems: ❚ Reduced property damage liability claims by up to 28% ❚ Reduced overall collisions by 10% The institute study noted that the reduction in claims from rear AEB systems was the highest among all technologies it had studied to date.

In comparison, the study found that front AEB systems: ❚ Reduced the chances of collision claims by 3% ❚ Reduced property damage liability claims by 14% ❚ Reduced bodily injury claims by almost 25%

How AEB technology works When there is impending danger such as a nearcollision, most driverassistance technology warns a driver and leaves it at that for them to take action.

However, AEB tech intervenes automatically in case of impending danger.

The system detects obstacles near a vehicle through sensors such as a camera or radar. When the driver takes no action, the system applies brakes immediately to slow down the car or stop it. This prevents a collision or minimizes the impact caused by a crash.

This technology has received immense support, with automakers committing to implementing it even without being coerced by regulations.

Better still, the system is becoming a mainstream safety feature no longer reserved for luxurious vehicles only.

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Cactuses have a prickly beauty straight out of a frontier film and are wonders of arid adaptation that help save water for people and those ponderosas.

The majority of them don’t fare well past freezing, but there are a few types that can persevere, either on their own or with just a little help from their friends.

High Desert, Hardy Cactuses Greater Prescott has a bit of a dual personality

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e’ve got those towering ponderosa-coated mountains and alpine lakes in the west, home to numerous recreation areas, campgrounds, cabins and meadows that draw hordes of people from the “real” desert down south during its very frequent hot spells.

But if you get very far east of downtown, land takes over the landscape and you get the wide-open Western vistas that have drawn so many people here. The farther east you go, the more cactuses you see, though nothing on the scale of a saguaro.

Cactuses have a prickly beauty straight out of a frontier film and are wonders of arid adaptation that help save water for people and those ponderosas. The majority of them don’t fare well past freezing, but there are a few types that can persevere, either on their own or with just a little help from their friends.

tephrocactus articulatus papyracanthus (paper spines) can tolerate subzero temperatures.

Opuntia — These are the prickly pears and similarly built species easily identifiable for growing as a series of paddle-shaped segments and vivid pink fruit sometimes turned into jellies, candies, salad dressings and other delights.

It’s easy to find examples in our area, including some that thrive under snow. The deceptively named opuntia fragilis (brittle prickly pear) and

Hedgehog — These look positively fuzzy with their abundance of whiskery white spines but aren’t any more huggable than other cactus species. These smallish plants produce vivid, disproportionately large flowers and many of these are fragrant. The claret cup and beehive cactus from this family both can survive down to -10 degrees.

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Cholla — These plants are composed of cylindrical sections that are prolific growers of spines, with one species known as the “jumping cholla” for how humans and animals tend to react after coming into contact. All those needles actually play a role in keeping the plants warmer in the frigid months. Tree chollas don’t grow as tall here as they can farther south, but once they’re carefully planted, they become stunners, especially in the glow of sunrise and sunset.

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Boutique Air Offers 2 Daily Round-Trips to Sky Harbor Photos by Ray Newton

The 12:30 p.m. inaugural flight of Boutique Air from Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport to Prescott Regional Airport (PRC) had city and community leaders celebrating the arrival of a second commercial carrier into the Quad City area.

More than 40 invited guests greeted the Feb. 15 arrival of the eight-passenger, single-engine Pilatus PC-12 aircraft.

PRC Management Analyst Kristi Miller introduced Prescott Mayor Greg Mengarelli, who said, “Boutique Air gives our residents an excellent alternative for going to or returning from Phoenix for whatever the reason. Our citizens are appreciative of this option.”

PRC Advisory Committee Vice Chair Frank Newman echoed Mengarelli, noting that a prestigious airline like Boutique Air serving the greater community is an asset for everyone.

Brian Kondrad, Boutique Air vice president of operations, was given a certificate by Prescott Chamber of Commerce President Sheri Heiney. She said she represented the entire Quad City area in welcoming the carrier.

Konrad spoke briefly, saying the airline was pleased to be serving PRC passengers. He emphasized that Boutique would offer twice-daily round-

A ribbon-cutting celebrated the Feb.15 beginning of commercial air service to Prescott by Boutique Air. Airport and City officials welcoming Boutique Air Vice President of Operations Brian Kondrad (with the scissors).

trip flights. “The actual flight takes about 25 minutes,” he said. Flights are offered Sundays through Fridays.

Kondrad said passengers on Pilatus PC12 planes would “truly enjoy the experience flying private for the cost of commercial.”

The Swiss-built aircraft are recognized for world-class engineering and safety.

Boutique Air operates the second largest fleet of PC-12s in the nation. The company is headquartered in San Francisco.

Having a second commercial carrier select Prescott is just another example of the recent success of PRC. PRC was named 2020 Airport of the Year by the Arizona Department of Transportation Aeronautics Group. A year earlier, it received the “2019 Outstanding Airport Award” from the Federal Aviation Administration Western Pacific Region.

Even when commercial flights across the nation were reduced in 2020, 27,000

commercial passengers used PRC. They were enplaning and deplaning on SkyWest Airlines (operating as United Express), which operates daily flights to and from Los Angeles International and to Denver International.

PRC Director Robin Sobotta noted the new $15 million passenger terminal officially opens this spring. Passengers will use modern and technologically sophisticated facilities such as an indoor baggage handling system and full-body scanner equipment, which will improve security line activities.

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The Arizona Community Foundation of Yavapai County is a philanthropic endowment that belongs to the statewide ACF organization, which has five regional divisions. It ranks among the top 25

foundations in the nation with more than $1 billion in trusts and endowment assets.

Steve Seleznow, CEO and president of the statewide group, said the nonprofit is currently reviewing for a possible successor for Chamberlain.

A Pilatus PC-12 used by Boutique Air marked the beginning of the second commercial airline to provide passenger service at Prescott Regional Airport. Twice-daily round trip flights between Prescott and Phoenix will be offered Sundays through Fridays.

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While all of this brings joy and laughter to our lives; it can also wreak havoc on our flooring.

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from the outdoors. You don't need to sacrifice a beautiful and stylish home as there are many flooring options to choose from that combine the practicality of stainresistance, durability, and water resistance with good looks to protect your home against pet mishaps, accidents and messes.

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Can you do an after-remodel cleanup in the entire house? Yes, remodeling is a messy project and we can do a final clean so it is sparkling top to bottom.

Here are some important things to consider: WINDOW CLEANING – It’s important to maintain your windows and track to maximize your beautiful view and to keep the elements outside.

CARPET CLEANING – Carpets need to be cleaned periodically to keep your home beautiful and sanitary.

POWER WASHING – If you are getting ready to paint, clean out rain gutters of debris, or even want to get the marks off your driveway, power washing is a good way to go.

SPRING CLEANING – Clear out some of the excess stuff from your closet,

then clean the stuff that usually doesn’t get done like baseboards, doors, door frames, pot shelves, tops of the kitchen cabinets and blinds.

All these areas have horizontal surfaces that collect dust and dirt all year long and need a good cleaning a couple of times during the year. Take a look in the fridge and the inside of the oven, too, and see if it is time to have them deep-cleaned.

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Home Builders & Construction Capstone Homes 3605 S. Flagstaff Ranch Rd. Flagstaff, AZ 86001

Haley Construction Company 1933 Rocky Dells Dr Prescott, AZ 86303

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Landscape Design & Maintenance Blue Raven Landscape & Design Quad City Area, AZ www.blueravenlandscape.com

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Prescott Landscaping Professionals 1630 Shoup St. Prescott, AZ 86305

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Watters Garden Center 1815 W. Iron Springs Rd. Prescott, AZ 86305

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Plumbing Arizona All Service Plumbing LLC Quad City Area, AZ www.azallserviceplumbing.com

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AZ Super Plumber 501 6th St. Prescott, AZ 86301

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Husband Tom Roush and Robin Sobotta, Princess Cruise Excursion, Alaska, 2017. in airline activity, with as many as five and six flights outbound, daily. Flagstaff’s catchment size — that means the number of air travelers within 90 minutes of the airport — is approximately the same as Prescott’s catchment size. We could reach a quartermillion total passengers in a decade.

Prescott LIVING: Are other airlines looking at Prescott?

Robin Sobotta: Interest has been expressed by other airlines, yes. I’ve had three in the last two years that have approached me about the possibility. It might have happened earlier, except for the COVID situation.

The airline industry now needs to stabilize. But this is not the first time that the aviation industry has had big challenges. I’m sure it’ll emerge stronger — and frankly, more efficient.

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Prescott LIVING: Another question — enplanements (boardings) and deplanements. Is the trend up, down, stable? Are airfares going to likely go down?

Robin Sobotta: It’s been a challenging year. During the pandemic, we’ve naturally had some reductions in passenger traffic. In 2020, we exceeded 13,000 enplanements, which is 26,000 total passengers.

People do need to get home or travel to where they need to go. We fully expect to rebound after the pandemic and increase in both passengers and aircraft operations over the next three to five years.

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They know how momentous the decision to buy or sell a home is and treat it with the care it deserves. They are knowledgeable about the market and also bring good communication and creativity to the table. They build a rapport so they fully understand their clients’ intentions and have an entrepreneurial spirit that meets their needs with elegant solutions.

Meet Prescott LIVING’s Featured Real Estate Agents for 2021!

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Peter Fife Coldwell Banker Realty The motto Peter Fife has lived by for 25 years — “Placing your needs first” — is one reason why he ranks in the top 1% internationally for Realtors, and it has put him as one of the top 10 Realtors in Prescott for more than seven years.

Peter is one of only a very few top producing individual agents. His unmatched customer service and experience means great returns for his clients. The benefit you get when working with Peter is you are not pawned off on another agent in a team structure who may be less experienced.

914 East Gurley Street, Suite #100 Prescott, Arizona 86301

928-636-7000 www.listingprescott.net

When you work with Peter you always get Peter.

“Few agents do more marketing for their clients than I do, that is why 99.2% of all my listing in the last two years have sold,” he says.

Many of his past clients have commented: “Peter is the best agent I have ever dealt with!” And, these are clients in their 70s+ and sold and purchased many homes. Some even commented: “I can’t believe it, he has actually talked me out of buying or selling at times as he dug deeper into our circumstance and suggested another solution that was better for us but didn’t produce him a sale; now that is honesty and true integrity.”

Give Peter Fife a call today, and see why his clients are so happy! He can be contacted at 928-636-7000 or listingprescott.net

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Angie Sumner Commercial Associate Broker Better Homes and Gardens BloomTree Realty Angie Sumner has been a broker in the Prescott and Prescott Valley area since 2008, specializing as a listing broker representing sellers and landlords of commercial real estate properties.

She enjoys the relationships she develops with her clients while assisting them with 1031 exchanges, locating solid investment properties, establishing market values of their real estate and businesses, and locating suitable buyers and tenants for her clients.

2825 North Glassford Hill Road, Suite B Prescott Valley, AZ 86314

928-925-0661 www.sumnercre.com

After recently merging with Better Homes and Garden Real Estate/commercial, Angie has achieved the highest award given by BHGRE to the top 1% of sales people throughout the nation.

Angie volunteers with a number of organizations, locally, and is currently the Prescott Area Association of Realtors Commercial Director.

Feel free to give her a call if you need assistance with your commercial real estate or investment property."

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Luther Kraxberger Realty ONE Group Mountain Desert Since 2011 Luther Kraxberger has been a leading Realtor in Northern Arizona. With experience in almost all aspects of real estate, hundreds of closed transactions and an understanding in the technology driving the real estate market, Luther has become one of the most well regarded Realtors serving the Quad City area and an industry innovator. He is your best choice for a realtor specializing in residential sales, remodeling, flipping, new construction, working with builders and land developers, farming and commercial sales. There is almost not a facet of the real estate industry that Luther has not represented.

100 E Sheldon St #200 Prescott, AZ 86301

928-275-1657

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Luther is a rich source of knowledge in all things real estate, Whether you are looking for a home with spectacular views or the best home within walking distance to your favorite downtown Prescott restaurant or the home that will suit your growing family for years to come or the best vacation rental for you maximum ROI. From American Ranch, to Prescott Lakes, Luther covers more than 90 communities in Northern Arizona.

On a personal note Luther is an Embry-Riddle graduate. He has been married to his wife Rebecca since 2010. They are raising three spunky children. They love living in Prescott and serving their community. He attributes his success in the Real Estate industry to his passion to watch his community thrive and watching his children grow up in this slice of Arizona heaven.

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James Michener Michener Team Better Homes and Gardens Real Estate BloomTree Realty James Michener leads the Michener Team, the No. 1 team for Better Homes and Gardens Real Estate in Arizona and the No. 2 in the country, based on number of homes sold per year.

102 West Gurley Street, #102 Prescott, AZ 86301

928-308-4700 michener03@gmail.com

He applies the principles of honesty, hard work and follow through, plus his love of his hometown, to his career. James outpaced all other new hires to be the Rookie of the Year in 2014. He enjoys serving his clients and giving time and attention to helping them achieve their dreams and goals.

He does that growing what he calls a “Rockstar” team that shares his commitment to client service. James, who grew up in Prescott, enjoys living in the best small town in the country!

Awards: ❱ No. 1 Team for Better Homes and Gardens Real Estate in AZ 2019-2020 ❱ No. 2 individual agent for Better Homes and Gardens Real Estate (BHGRE) 2020 ❱ No. 1 individual agent based on sales volume at BHGRE BloomTree Realty 2015-2020 ❱ No. 1 team at BHGRE BloomTree Realty 2016-2020 ❱ No. 2 producing agent in Prescott Area MLS 2019-2020 ❱ Voted by his peers as Agent Choice Award winner 2020 at BHGRE BloomTree Realty

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Terri Kiffer Russ Lyon Sotheby’s International Realty Terri has been involved in real estate for more than 35 years in Arizona. After college she joined a title company and over time rose into management. In 2012, she transitioned to real estate sales and successfully closed multiple transactions in the Scottsdale/Phoenix area before moving to Prescott in 2015.

Since moving to Prescott, Terri has closed numerous real estate transactions and achieved sales awards and recognition for her dedication to her clients and to her profession. For 2020, she received the gold level award for sales.

She is a certified senior real estate specialist.

2971 Willow Creek Road, Building #5 Prescott, AZ 86301

928-458-3459 www.terrikiffer.com

Her passion is helping seniors with special real estate needs transition to their next living arrangement. Other specialties include staging homes to sell, creative financing and immediate accessibility.

Terri’s multiple repeat buyer and seller clients speak of her commitment to them and the integrity of the industry. Clients also report that she has their best interest at heart and is attentive, organized and responsive to their special needs.

She concentrates her efforts in north Williamson Valley but also has knowledge of the real estate industry in Prescott and Prescott Valley.

Contact Terri regarding your real estate questions at 928-458-3459 or terrikiffer.com

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I absolutely love living life in Prescott, Arizona! I strongly feel that when it comes to buying or selling in the growing Prescott area, hiring a Realtor® who values honesty and integrity with a vast knowledge of the community and real estate market is what matters most. As a real estate agent, it’s truly a joy and an honor to showcase this gorgeous historical city on a daily basis!

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In addition to my 18 dedicated and rewarding years of real estate experience in Arizona, my husband Kevin Hunsucker and I are owners of Elk Ridge Development LLC, a company that specializes in building stunning custom homes and home sites tailored to our clients’ specific wants and desires. We are committed to working closely with our clients to help them find that perfect home or build their dream home on a property they love.

Elk Ridge Development LLC is a family owned general contracting company specializing not only in custom home building, but also in custom home sites including excavation and grading, custom garages, and light commercial buildings.

With over 30 dedicated years in the business, we help remove the fear of the unknown by walking our clients through the building process, educating them every step of the way. We take great joy in making our clients dreams become a reality and are committed from start to finish!

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Entire Area $305,000 $340,000 +11.5%

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James Michener

Better Homes and Gardens Real Estate BloomTree Realty 102 W. Gurley St., Suite 102 Prescott, AZ 86301 www.bloomtreerealty.com/ agents/262931/James+RuschMichener

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Leslie Guiley

Better Homes and Gardens Real Estate BloomTree Realty 102 W. Gurley St., Suite 102 Prescott, AZ 86301

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480-216-0950

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Kellie Rutherford

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Realty Executives Arizona Territory New Home Marketplace The Remakel Group 113 W. Goodwin St. Prescott, AZ 86303

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Realty ONE Group Mountain Desert 100 E. Sheldon St., Ste #200 Prescott, AZ 86301

928-899-1341

Judy Bluhm

Coldwell Banker Realty 914 E. Gurley St., Suite 100 Prescott, AZ 86301

Realty ONE Group Mountain Desert 100 E. Sheldon St., Ste #200 Prescott, AZ 86301

928-636-7000

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928-458-3459

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West USA Realty of Prescott 231 N. Marina St. Prescott, AZ 86301 www.rockmanhomes.com

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Kellie Rutherford Keller Williams Northern Arizona

Kellie Rutherford was born and raised in Arizona. Her earnest, passionate, sincere and warm demeanor, combined with her deep commitment to providing impeccable service have built her a reputation as a go-to real estate expert in her community.

She is widely known within Keller Williams as the “Queen of Prescott.” Her reputation is such that Keller Williams Agents from all over the country call on Kellie when their clients are looking for a home in the Prescott/Quad City area. From her office in Prescott, Kellie Works in all the surrounding regions, with a particular focus on Prescott, Prescott Valley, Chino Valley, Paulden and Dewey-Humboldt.

In her 19 years as a real estate agent, she has been named: ❱ Top Solo Agent for 2020, 2019, 2018, 2017

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FEATURED REAL ESTATE AGENT

Heidi & Rick Remakel The Remakel Group at Realty Executives Arizona Territory The Remakel Group of Realty Executives Arizona Territory handle residential real estate by putting trust, integrity and client relationships at the forefront. A combined 40 years in the industry provides expertise and professionalism with proven satisfaction in all interactions.

113 West Goodwin Street Prescott, AZ 86303

Heidi Remakel: 928-899-7723 Rick Remakel: 602-999-4752 www.theremakelgroup.com

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Richard, an associate broker with a Midwestern work ethic, focuses on honesty and dependability. Having experienced contracting, project management and construction insurance, he’s a proven expert benefiting all parties through negotiations and communication.

Heidi’s 23 years in sales and management complements her ultimate customer service and leadership. She’s Arizona born and a University of Arizona graduate in education proves her love for working with people. A complementary team equals remarkable experiences in real estate.

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FEATURED REAL ESTATE AGENT

Leslie Guiley Co-founder, Better Homes and Gardens Real Estate BloomTree Realty Leslie Guiley is Chief Operating Officer of Better Homes and Gardens Real Estate (BHGRE) BloomTree Realty. She is responsible for accomplishing the goals and objectives of the agency by setting the strategy, monitoring changing market conditions and adjusting to real estate industry trends.

BHGRE BloomTree Realty is home to over 200 agents in the Prescott Quad City Area and Verde Valley. The brokerage holds the highest market share according to the Prescott Area MLS and is one of the top brokerages in the BHGRE national network.

Leslie says, “When you hire one BloomTree agent it’s like you are hiring the whole office because everyone is deeply committed to working together, serving clients and our community.”

102 West Gurley Street, #102 Prescott, AZ 86301

928-443-8800 www.bloomtreerealty.com

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Carly Laipple HomeSmart Fine Homes and Land As as a fourth-generation Prescott native you would be hard pressed to find an agent more passionate about our community than Carly Laipple. Several years ago she transitioned from a career in education to real estate, where she says she found her calling.

There’s nothing she loves more than helping someone make Prescott home. No matter if they’re seasoned homeowners or a firsttime-buyer, Carly works tirelessly, putting her generations of local knowledge, network of local professionals, and seasoned negotiation skills to work. We all know the process of buying or selling a home can be stressful, so let her shoulder that burden for you.

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Custom Home with a Rustic Flair 5.01 acres | Mayer Foothills | $550,000

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This 2,340 SF home is well maintained with 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, an open floorplan, vaulted ceilings, a huge fireplace with a wood stove insert, granite counters and HD SS roll outs in kitchen cabinets, a security system, mountain views, wide hallways, stained concrete flooring and an oversized garage.

Donna J. Baade Realtor®, Associate Broker, ABR, ePro, CRMS, Rene, PSA Certified Luxury Home Marketing Specialist/Guild

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Stories by Ray Newton

The Prescott Pioneer

Whispering Canyon Opening Phase 5 Whispering Canyon, a master-planned rural community, is attracting homebuyers wanting to escape crowded metropolitan areas for more open space and a better quality of life.

Di Ann Norkus, a Realtor affiliated with Better Homes and Gardens Bloomtree Realty in Prescott, said low mortgage interest rates and a less frantic lifestyle are driving the market up for luxury homes in scenic rural settings.

Whispering Canyon is about 15 miles north of Prescott on Williamson Valley Road in rolling terrain with rock outcroppings and arroyos where scrub oak, juniper and pinon pine trees abound.

Norkus estimated 75% of potential buyers were from out of state: “Eastern buyers want out of cold climates, while West Coast buyers want some open space, sunshine and blue skies.” Other buyers are typically from Tucson or Phoenix.

Norkus said most residents are full-time, though some are second-home or seasonal owners. She said most are considered “early retirement” age.

Homes range from 2,027 to 2,527 square feet; most on half-acre lots. Larger lots are available, some in gated areas. All have large three-car garages.

Four floor plans for one-story homes are available, which include a variety of exterior styles and combinations of stucco, architectural stone and timber, combined with tile rooftops.

“Our homes are definitely a cut above mass production line construction,” Norkus said.

Prices start in the low $600,000s and go up, contingent on floor plan and lot selected. Costs in gated communities or available custom lots in different phases are higher, Norkus said.

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Photo by Ray Newton The entry to Whispering Canyon takes visitors onto paved streets leading to a master-planned community of luxury homes.

had appeal because of the amount of land and size of home buyers can get for their dollar: “It’s where they can enjoy the privacy they desire. It’s a great way to downsize a mortgage and home costs while simultaneously increasing acreage and all the benefits of a new home.”

One of Johnson’s pledges is to keep at least 40% of the 900-acre community dedicated to open space with developed hiking trails.

Water for Whispering Canyons and other nearby developments is provided

by ICR Water Users Assoc., a private company. Before the property began development, water availability had to meet established guidelines.

Our homes are definitely a cut above mass production line construction.

Appointments at the model home are available by calling 928-710-0146. Daily office hours are 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. See www. whisperingcanyon.com for more details.

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Become a Tourist in Your Hometown Prescott

by Sheri Heiney, President & CEO, Prescott Chamber of Commerce

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hat’s your favorite thing about Prescott? Is it a beautiful downtown with amazing shops and restaurants?

Maybe it’s a favorite park where you enjoy playing with your kids, hiking or walking your dog? Or is it the people in your community — your neighbors, local leaders and business owners?

Your hometown will always be your home. This is the place you grew up, went to school and made all your friends and memories. Or maybe you recently relocated to Prescott, like I have, and love and claim Prescott as your new hometown.

I challenge readers explore Prescott with a renewed sense of excitement. May is Tourism Month, and the Prescott Chamber of Commerce along with the Tourism Office asks that you consider becoming a Tourist in Your Own Hometown — Prescott!

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Take a historic tour

Sure you can reel off the names of the iconic buildings in your hometown, but do you know their history?

At the Chamber, we offer a free 90-minute walking tour most Fridays, Saturdays, Sundays (call to confirm) starting in May. Tours start at 10 a.m. at the Visitor Information Center at the Chamber, 117 W. Goodwin St. Check out the new self-guided Heritage Trail Tour; maps available at the Center.

Get a room

Waking up in a hotel or bed-andbreakfast is a tried-and-true way to set the mood for exploring.

You have many choices from downtown historic hotels to quaint bed and breakfasts nestled in the pines with views to take your breath away.

Make a date with Prescott

We all have a place we’ve driven by and say, “I want to stop there some day.” Set a date, create the list, go explore.

Enjoy a lunch or dinner somewhere you’ve never tried. Catch a show at the Elk’s, the Prescott Center for the Arts, or Yavapai College.

Visit the Bob and Linda Lee Planetarium at Embry-Riddle, taking in a free show.

Be a tourist in your hometown

Take advantage of everything our town has to offer, support local businesses and just enjoy your hometown, Prescott!

More information about the Prescott Chamber of Commerce is available at www.prescott.org; 928-445-2000 or 1-800-266-7534; or stop by the Visitor Information Center.

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by Travis Schultz, Owner and Licensed Mortgage Broker, Smart Mortgage

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re reverse mortgages not all they’re cracked up to be? Can they truly add the stability you need for financial planning and your retirement, or are they just another way to steal away your home, equity or inheritance? Since the product began back in 1989, local Prescott reverse mortgage expert Travis Schultz at Smart Mortgage says we may be surprised with the honest truth behind the reverse mortgage!

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No mortgage payments for life? – (True) As long as either spouse considers the property as his or her primary home, they can live there for life paying zero mortgage payments.

All applicants must be 62 years old or older – (False) Only one spouse needs to be 62 years old. The other spouse may be younger.

You must own your home outright – (False) You may already have an existing mortgage, which can be refinanced and paid off with a reverse mortgage.

The income or cash I receive is not taxable – (True) Any money you receive, whether monthly, a cash sum or in a home equity line is all nontaxable to do with as you wish.

You must have good credit and income for a reverse mortgage – (False) Since re-

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Once into the reverse mortgage you are locked into it, permanently – (False) The reverse mortgage is simply a loan recorded against the property, just like every other mortgage. You retain full ownership, so at any time you can move, sell or refinance the property simply by paying off the mortgage balance.

If I take out a reverse mortgage, I will leave nothing for my family – (False) Reverse mortgages have insurance automatically built in to protect the family.

Most homes continue to increase in value over time, leaving even more equity for family. Even if property values decrease below what is owed, the family can acquire the property for 5% less than market value.

You can only get a reverse mortgage on a one-unit home – (False) Smart Mortgage also allows reverse mortgages on manufactured homes, duplexes, triplexes, fourplexes, townhomes and condos, as long as one unit is considered your primary residence.

My family will be responsible for the debt – (False) The reverse mortgage is a non-recourse loan, so if your value ever

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falls below what you owe, your family will never have to pay the deficiency.

The government or lender will own my home – (False) The reverse mortgage is simply a lien recorded against the property, just like any other mortgage. The homeowner(s) remains on title and has full ownership. The owner(s) may also add other family members or place the home in a trust, so family automatically has ownership in the property and equity, as well.

You can purchase a home using a reverse mortgage – (True) Smart Mortgage allows you to purchase a primary home and the financed amount has no payments for life.

Inquire Today!

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Keeping Your Business’ Social Media Fresh

by Donna Werking, Owner, Northern AZ Social, LLC

People are most engaged with businesses that show their personal side.

That could be your customers, team or perhaps you have a furry friend that hangs out at the shop.

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t can be challenging to keep your social media content fresh and interesting. Consider these six tips to keep your social media channels in good standing.

Always think brand Are your social media posts in line with your brand? Be sure to use the right font, logo and color scheme for your social media channels.

Staying on brand ensures you always look professional.

Review hashtags Do you use unique and generic hashtags that existing and future clients will search and follow?

Do you include local hashtags to broaden your reach? Explore available tools to help you get it right. It can help you gain you more followers!

Plan frequent, engaging content Plan your social media calendar weekly to stay up to date and active. Create a content schedule where you can write down ideas and keep your content interesting.

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Don’t saturate graphics with text If you’re looking to improve the brand look of your social media channels, make sure your graphics doesn’t include too much text. You also will find that your advertising campaign performs better when it is mostly image-based.

Keep it simple!

Tag business friends When you are working with other businesses, remember to tag them across your social media platforms — you are improving your reach and theirs.

Remember, people follow people People are most engaged with businesses that show their personal side. That could be your customers, team or perhaps you have a furry friend that hangs out at the shop. It reassures your customers that you have a human side. Remember, your website is about the facts, your social media is about your culture.

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ERAU Named Best College Value in Arizona

by Blake Herzog

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he Prescott campus of Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University has been named Arizona’s best college value, a title it’s held since 2017, by a national financial advice and research firm.

ERAU-Prescott placed No. 85 nationally on the list by SmartAsset, a website with a student loan calculator along with other online financial planning tools. Undergraduate campuses across the country were ranked by annual tuition, average scholarships and grants, average starting salary, living costs and student retention rates.

The campus beat out the three state universities in the survey, and no other Arizona schools were included. ERAU’s Daytona Beach campus came in No. 4 in Florida and No. 219 nationally.

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much higher than the state schools at $35,654, but average grants and scholarships of $20,443 gets the total much lower for the majority of students.

The survey used in-state tuition costs for the state schools, which ranged between $10,000 and $12,000.

Students’ average starting salary of $69,200 put it ahead of the state schools, while the calculated student living costs of $17,392 was the highest in Arizona but just marginally more expensive than for Arizona State University in Tempe.

ERAU-Prescott’s student retention rate is five points lower than ASU’s at 83%, matching the rate reported by the University of Arizona in Tucson.

The Prescott campus offers degrees in the fields of aviation, engineering, aerospace, cybersecurity, computers and

technology, applied science and business. It opened in 1979 and now has about 3,000 students drawn from around the globe.

It’s been at or near the top of several other lists comparing colleges across the nation, including: • U.S. News and World Report’s Best Colleges Ranked (No. 1, 2020, in undergraduate aerospace/aeronautical/ astronautical engineering programs at schools where a doctorate is not offered for the fourth time).

• Chronicle of Higher Education (Great Colleges to Work For, 2020).

• Aviation Week Network (two students named to top 20 “Tomorrow’s Technology Leaders, 2020).

• Arizona Commerce Authority (125 Best Companies to Work for in Arizona, 2019).

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enforcing it. There’s also good air exchange onboard airplanes. Still, people are cautious about travel.

So the first quarter of 2021 wasn’t as strong as the first quarter of, say, 2019. We expect it’ll bounce back.

We’re seeing airfares go up and down during the pandemic.

Up in some cases in markets where carriers had challenges in filling seats and raised prices to help recover costs.

Down because some airlines filled seats by incentivizing travel. People have had unique opportunities to fly globally at fares we haven’t seen since 9/11.

Prescott LIVING: Are the enplanements predominantly Prescott people, Quad Cities people? Or are they coming from central and northern Arizona — for example, Cottonwood or Flagstaff?

Robin Sobotta: About 90% of our travelers are from within Yavapai County. Air travelers have come from Flagstaff, Williams, Sedona, Cottonwood, Camp Verde, Bagdad and Wickenburg. They really like the daily nonstop LA and Denver flights. We have free parking for up to 10 days, which is a bonus over PHX. They enjoy Prescott and then have an hourand 20-minute to an hour-and 40-minute flight.

Prescott LIVING: The new passenger terminal opened in March of this year. Could you share some of the features for passengers?

Robin Sobotta: At the new terminal people have free Wi-Fi and new security technology. The Transportation Security Agency (TSA) recently provided us with a new full body scanner. This uses safe, radio frequency energy and emits less energy than a cellphone transmission.

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metal object was detected, a comprehensive body search was required to clear a passenger.

The new technology expedites the passenger screening experience and provides a narrow, more targeted area to search, which is more comfortable for passengers.

The terminal is spacious, allowing people to spread out and social distance. We’ve got two gate-hold rooms that can hold 151 passengers. People can take advantage of quartz technology desks in the gate area to get work

Direct flights into Denver are a blessing. Those give us access to one of the busiest airports in the country with a lot of connectivity.

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Stepping into the winner’s circle is not a new experience for home-schooled Aliyah Alpert. The fifth-grader confidently spelled the word “trapezoid” before stepping forward as winner of the 75th annual Yavapai County Spelling Bee on Feb. 13.

It was the third consecutive time she has done so, winning in 2019 and 2020.

In 2019, she was the youngest state contestant in Arizona history, and she placed fifth in the state competition. In 2020 the state spelling bee was canceled because of COVID-19.

On March 21, Alpert represented Yavapai County as one of 27 students from across Arizona when she competed in the Arizona State Spelling Bee. Alpert won 4th place at the state competition.

Alpert received a $300 cash prize and a plaque certifying her as the county champion.

Alpert, who wore a vivid yellow dress decorated with bee images, said: “I’m excited to see how I do at the state bee, and I’d love to get to the national spelling bee. Making the top 50 is one of my biggest goal.”

The second-place winner was Jordan Puster from BASIS School, Prescott. Third place recipient was James St. Laurent of Prescott Area Homeschoolers and fourth place was Logan Dartt

Aliyah Alpert, a home-schooled fifth grader, smiles with her “Champion” plaque that she won at the 75th annual Yavapai County Spelling Bee. It is the third consecutive time Alpert won the bee. from Bradshaw Middle School.

Thirteen students from across the county competed at the bee.

Sponsors for the county spelling included: the Prescott Sunrise Lions Club and the Yavapai County Education Service Agency (YCESA). Jenn Nelson from YSCSA served as the bee coordinator, while Tara O’Neill, a professor from Yavapai College was the pronouncer. Judges were County residents Kellie Burns, Ray Newton and Karen Otis.

Verizon Wireless Opens another Quad Cities Store Prompted by expansion of Verizon subscribers throughout the region, Verizon Wireless has opened another retail store in Prescott at 3130 Willow Creek Road on the northeast side of the city.

Verizon is the second-largest wireless carrier in the United States. It had more than 120.3 million subscribers in 2020, said Samuel Johnson, subregional talent acquisition manager for Verizon.

However, he said it would be a while before 5G service reaches Yavapai County. Currently, 5G service has been primarily designed for large metropolitan areas and has not reached the smaller, more rural regions of the country.

The Willow Lake store has from eight to 10 fulltime employees. They will assist consumers who are interested in a full range and variety of mobile phones as well as home security systems.

Store hours are 8:30 a.m. to 9:30 p.m., Monday through Saturday; and 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. on Sundays.

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“This is a robust page designed to offer potential candidates an easy way to find local jobs. Our Chamber members have the opportunity to post their openings free as part of their membership package. The job board will help showcase attractive opportunities to advance careers here,” says Sheri Heiney, Chamber President and CEO. The job board offers a spot for candidates to post their resumes for businesses to

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Research has tied the physical act of smiling, whether it’s sincere or faked, to improved immune function.

Everybody is looking for happiness and good health, but few realize how closely they are connected.

Studies have shown that just acting happy by smiling can improve your immune response, blood pressure and other important markers of health. People who report they are happy with their lives are more likely to eat nutritious diets, be physically active, sleep well and live longer.

Happiness means something a little different to everyone, but there are many ways you can cultivate it in your life, both mentally and physically.

Mental hacks One of the most commonly suggested tactics is to remember everything you’ve been grateful for over the course of your life, keeping a gratitude journal if it helps you to keep up the habit. You can write down three things you’re grateful for in the evening or remind yourself on a continual basis over the course of your day.

Another approach is to simply savor each moment you are living in, without letting your mind stray to the past or the hypothetical future. Known as mindfulness, this brings your attention to the sights, sounds and sensations of your current environment. It frees you from the anxiety that comes from a past you wish had been different, a current anxiety, or a worry about the future with all its unknowns.

Physical acts Research has tied the physical act of smiling, whether it’s sincere or faked, to improved immune function. One study theorizes it’s because more endorphins are being released, making you more relaxed and allowing your immune cells to circulate more easily. Smiling 106

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also releases serotonin and natural painkillers, a triple threat to anxiety and negativity.

Nearly all forms of exercise are associated with improved mood, especially when done outside. Cardio exercise like running, hiking, jumping rope, cycling or other activities that raise your heart and breathing rate. In one analysis of 36 different studies done with senior citizens, all aspects of well-being were found to increase with moderate-intensity cardio exercise, including level of overall happiness.

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illow Lake Heritage Park is home to one of the little-known remains of human habitation in the Prescott area from 850 AD to the 1100s.

During this period of increased rainfall, the local people, known as the Prescott Culture, were able to grow corn, beans and squash along Willow Creek. This allowed them to become more sedentary. They built small groups of pit houses around the area that is now Willow Lake, which was created in the mid-1930s for Chino Valley agriculture.

On the hilltop and knoll above the boat ramp, 20 structures were discovered in 2002 and 2003 when the area was surveyed as part of Prescott’s plan to build picnic ramadas and parking lots.

Many of the structures were excavated, and all but three were backfilled to preserve them. These three were left as exposed as part of the plan to allow people to see how people lived in the area during this time period; ramadas were built to cover them. Copies of the report are available at local libraries.

In 2013, the local Yavapai Chapter of the Arizona Archaeology Society along with Robert Neily, who was part of the initial excavation, cleaned and sharpened the definition of the pit houses.

Since then, the archaeological society in conjunction with the Prescott Recreation Services Department has had members present on the first Saturday of each month from 10 a.m. to noon. There are interpretive signs and docents on site to explain and answer questions.

For those interested in learning more about the people who lived in this area for thousands of years, the local chapter of the archaeology society has monthly meetings. We normally have interesting speakers and do monthly local field trips to sites of interest and multiday trips to 108

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places throughout the Southwest once or twice a year.

However, we currently are on hiatus because of COVID-19, but hope to resume normal activities sometime this year. More information is available at www.azarchsoc.org Willow Lake Park is a great place for hiking, with many miles of trails. It also is an amazing birding area. Hope to see you there soon. For more information on Willow Lake Park visit: www.prescott-az.gov

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t’s that time of year when we begin to emerge from our cocoons of parkas, gloves and knit caps, revealing our true shapes and sizes to the outside world. That’s what makes it such a good time to reevaluate our skin care regimen, with all that implies.

It starts year-round with great-for-you foods high in such nutrients as vitamin A, calcium and antioxidants, lots of water for hydration, plentiful physical activity and at least seven hours of serious sleep every night.

As for the weather, you won’t have to worry so much about the moisture-zapping wind and cold turning your skin leathery, but as your skin retains more oil you could end up seeing more breakouts, and skin or pollen allergies could become more severe and lead to redness or rashes.

So you need to monitor your skin’s condition throughout the spring and adjust your skin care route as necessary. Here are a few suggestions:

Exfoliate early and often — Dead skin cells do tend to pile up over the winter after you encounter all that adversity. So, if your skin can tolerate some use of an exfoliant or a chemical peel do it now so you’ll look extra healthy and youthful through the warm seasons to come.

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Use eye cream or gel — Along with a big pair of sunglasses to shield your eyes from UV rays, protect the delicate skin around your eyes with creams and gels with peptides and antioxidants, as well as vitamin C and hyaluronic acid to stop dark circles before they can take hold.

Less moisture, please — You’re not too likely to need the heavy, creamy moisturizer you were dependent on all winter. Look for something less greasy that won’t weigh you down and allows you to breathe. Try to get one with an SPF factor of at least 30 to save yourself the last step of applying sunscreen.

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can get the benefits of an ice-water facial — less inflammation, better hydration and a heightened glow. This will feel great in the summer!

Lighten your load — As you do your spring cleaning, sort through your skin care products and cosmetics and pitch those getting too out-of-date, either due to age or because you just can’t see yourself using them again.

“Skinimalism” is also in as people try to pare down their routine to fewer layers products.

Keep it stylin’ — make sure the makeup you keep and buy is in step with current trends. This spring’s include eyeliner, mascara and lipstick saturated with color, along with a hint of blush on the cheeks, all on dewy, natural skin.

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Help Coming This Summer for Traumatized Kids

by Blake Herzog

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nonprofit group will bring a psychologist to Prescott this summer to provide child victims of trauma with detailed assessments toward helping caregivers, professionals and the children themselves understand how the children can grow into happy, productive lives.

Ohio-based Omphalos, formed to combat child sex trafficking and exploitation, has raised $75,000 throughout Greater Prescott so far at home gatherings and the Suits and Soldiers annual shooting event to support a pilot program, Child Rescue AZ, where local support pays for free evaluations for child trauma victims.

Omphalos CEO Peter Donovan served in the Army with Grant Quezada, who returned to his hometown of Prescott to open John Hancock Barbershop and form downtown’s Founding Fathers Collective. Donovan’s visits to Prescott convinced him the concept would work.

“It kind of just happened naturally. This needs to be the place, this to be the foundational place that we work with and then create a model to go from there,” he says.

“Honestly, if we can’t make it work in Prescott where we have a community of support already building and growing, we’d be hard-pressed to make it work anywhere else,” adds Dr. Ashley Poklar, Omphalos’ clinical director.

A licensed clinical psychologist in Ohio, Poklar has completed biopsychosocial assessments on traumatized children in school settings and private practice, spending 15 to 25 hours interviewing the child and her or his family or guardians, teachers, counselors and others who may have insight into the child. These types of assessments can cost families thousands of dollars.

Poklar will be in Prescott June 21-Aug. 1 to complete these assessments for at least 10 children living in and near Greater Prescott, chosen through referrals. Any child age 4 to 18 who has experienced trauma will be considered, with victims of sex trafficking and exploitation given priority.

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Dr. Ashley Poklar effects, as well as an analysis of the child’s core strengths and how they can be developed.

To refer a child for the Child Rescue AZ program email AshleyP@omphalos.pro or visit https://bit.ly/3cKCvaJ For more information about Child Rescue AZ and Omphalos visit www.omphalos.pro or email peterd@omphalos.pro.

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Stories by Ray Newton

Continued from page 100

New GM to Head Prescott Frontier Days

Jim Dewey Brown Photo courtesy of PFD/Jim Dewey Brown

Saddle bronc rider champion Jim Dewey Brown has accepted the general manager’s title for Prescott Frontier Days Inc. He was named by the board of directors to replace J.C. Trujillo, who retired from the position after 17 years. Trujillo is a Professional Rodeo Cowboys Association (PRCA) Hall of Fame member and longtime resident of Yavapai County.

Prescott Frontier Days President Chris Graff said the board announced

its decision in early February. In a news release, Griff said: “Jim is very knowledgeable and has many other accomplishments in our sport. Jim and his wife Jody ae relocating to Prescott and are excited to get started on this new adventure in their lives.”

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Newest Senior Living Center in PV Accepting Residents Following approvals from local and state authorities including the Arizona Department of Health Services, residents have begun moving into The Landings of Prescott Valley. It is the latest senior living center to be constructed in PV. Located at 3500 N. Windsong Drive, the 106-unit complex offers residents 13 floor plans ranging from range from studio to one- and two-bedroom with square footages beginning at 260 up to 710 square feet. Independent living, assisted living, memory care or other choices are available.

Contemporary one- and two-story buildings totaling more than 60,000 square feet occupy almost 6 acres. The estimated building cost was about $18 million.

Gail Hitt, executive director, said all units come furnished in the living and sleeping areas. Some appliances such as refrigerators are included. All have HVAC, cable and Wi-Fi. Parking is free.

Hitt also said on-site facilities such as a library-study area, theater, meeting-game room, workout rooms, several open commons area and a bistro offer residents many opportunities “to get together, share experiences, enjoy snacks and beverages and learn about each other. We’re an all-inclusive senior living setting. Residents don’t have to worry about yard work or daily household tasks. Our job is to make life easy and comfortable as possible.”

Hitt said activity director Georgi Mendez plans and coordinates hosted events and outings to local social and cultural events and programs. No-cost transportation to shopping areas in the greater community is offered.

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Photo by Ray Newton The Landings at Prescott Valley is a newly opened senior living center.

Ultimately, it’s anticipated more than 60 people will be working at The Landings.

The Landings is part of a large national chain –Affinity Living Group (ALG); I the only one in Arizona. However, ALG is ranked seventh in the nation as a provider of assisted living and fourth largest for Alzheimer’s and memory care. Based in Hickory, North Carolina, most of its more than 100 senior care centers are in the East.

One of the owner-developers, Jeffrey Fleischer, from Novo Living Properties in Phoenix, said he was proud of the facility and the ranges of care it offered residents. Fleischer and Hitt said prices quoted are the amounts billed — there are no add-on fees or hidden surprises.

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Deputy Police Chief Bonney Named Prescott Interim Chief Prescott native Amy Bonney has been named interim police chief for the City of Prescott Police Department.

Acknowledging her new position, Bonney told the press she was excited and appreciated the privilege of leading the Prescott Police Department as it faces a variety of changes, challenges and opportunities.

“Together, we will focus on the future and continue to serve this wonderful community,” she said.

Bonney praised retiring Chief Debora Black. She commended Black for her professional leadership and dedication during the five years Black served as chief.

When she announced her retirement, Black said she was going to pursue a new career as

a licensed counselor and work in the ranks of professional mental health providers.

Prior to being named interim chief, Bonney had served as deputy chief under Black, who retired Feb. 12.

Bonney began her career with the police department in 2003, when she joined the force as a sergeant. In 2012, she was named a lieutenant.

Her assignments have included: the field training office, recruit training officer, bicycle patrol, and certified crisis negotiator with special weapons and tactics teams.

She earned a bachelor’s degree in criminal justice from Northern Arizona University; later earning a master’s degree in public administration from the University of Phoenix.

She also has a degree from the

Amy Bonney Arizona chapter of the FBI National Academy Associates.

Bonney is the recipient of many recognitions and awards.

Among them are Sworn Officer of the Year, Supervisor of the Year, community service commendations and the Medal of Valor.

Long active and visible in the community, Bonney was a contestant in Dancing with the Stars in 2019 and has served

as president of the Prescott Kiwanis Club.

Bonney said she wants to help organizations and individuals create strong, manageable goals and robust employee development, engagement, growth and personal and professional job satisfaction.

A search for a permanent chief has not been announced.

Bonney is expected to apply.

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of the World’s Oldest Rodeo. I look forward to working with the community and the amazing PFD teams.”

Brown praised the retired general manager, saying Trujillo made the transition smooth and left “big boots to be filled.”

Prescott native Dewey Brown is Brown’s father. However, the younger Brown, 43, was born in Las Vegas and lived briefly on a ranch in Seligman. He competed in pro rodeo from 1995 until 2007 and rode in the Prescott Frontier Days every year. He won the saddle

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bronc riding title in 1999 and again in 2003. He also has visited Prescott during Frontier Days to assist with some of the times events.

Brown’s experience also includes being coach for the New Mexico State University rodeo team, beginning there in 2002.

While there, he was awarded the National Intercollegiate Rodeo Association Coach of the Year award in 2007.

Brown later was director of the Socorro, N.M., Rodeo and Sports Complex until its closure was forced by

the COVID-19 pandemic.

Brown and his team have begun extensive planning for the upcoming 134th annual celebration of Prescott Frontier Days, June 28-July 4.

Performances begin at 7:30 p.m., Monday, June 28; and end at 1:30 p.m., Sunday, July 4. Gates open two hours prior to performances. Tickets already are on sale.

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he paths of dogs and humans have converged so much over the years that many dogs face some of the same preventable health risks as their people — obesity, sedentary lifestyles and poor diet.

These can lead to joint problems, heart disease, cancer and other ailments you never want to see your best friend go through.

April happens to be National Canine Fitness Month, but fitness and health is a year-round project for everybody. Many dogs have the energy to keep themselves bouncing along for a decade or more, as long as they are given enough space to burn it off in backyards, dog parks and other arenas.

Other canines, often but not always the older ones, don’t have the same drive to move — particularly if their owners don’t walk or play with them much. And, if owners give them excessive treats or food, especially “people food,” they’re not going to get the physical activity necessary to stay in shape.

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Many dogs are shadows to their human companions, following us around everywhere we go even if it is just to lie down under foot.

Month since its 2017 beginnings and has lots of suggestions for keeping your pooch active and healthy — and yourself too, while you’re at it!

Get walking! This is the obvious first and easiest exercise for most canine and human companions. One foot in front of the other, and the fresh air will do you both good.

Try active play. Throw a ball, stick or Frisbee in a safe environment, or better yet — run or jog with your pet to retrieve it.

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Play hide and seek with your pet’s daily allowance of treats.

Place them behind doors, under bowls and chairs. Make treating an active reward.

Raise the floor. Integrating a platform that can be climbed on or crawled under during the day is an excellent way to incorporate movement if space is small and the weather isn’t cooperating.

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following us around everywhere we go even if it is just to lie down under foot.

Take advantage of this when starting a new workout routine.

Encourage them to participate when you put in the cardio or yoga video. When you shuffle across the room, grab a toy and lure them to do the same.

Incorporate some of your pooch’s well-known obedience drills — like sit, stand, down — into your yoga routine.

When you go into cobra, try asking your loyal pal to lie down. When you move into downward dog, have him sit.

Creating obstacle courses indoors and out is possible the whole year round. With a small amount of equipment or none at all, just moving rugs and chairs around to create obstacles will create a workout worthy of both human and canine. The key is to make movement fun for both of you!

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It’s hard not to idealize our pets, whichever form they take in our lives — furry, feathery, slick or scaly. They’re the sweet souls that stick by us whether we’re happy or sad, the devoted denizens of our homes who know and love us better than we do ourselves.

We have a whole month dedicated to what they mean to us: National Pet Month in May (April in the UK.) It’s a time not only to celebrate our beloved cats, dogs, gerbils, tortoises, minidonkeys and any other species that’s found a home with us but to revel in the love, inspiration, entertainment and comfort they give us.

And, it’s a time to encourage anyone else who’s able to adopt a homeless animal to do so.

The U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention endorse pet ownership for its benefits to human health, citing research linking pets to:

But not every pet-parent matchup is successful, and some questions need to be answered before anyone takes the plunge — for the pet’s benefit as well as your own. Here is a basic list of questions adapted from the CDC’s website: ❚ How long will this animal live? ❚ What does the pet eat? ❚ How much exercise does the pet need? ❚ How large will it become? ❚ How much will it cost for veterinary care? ❚ Do I have enough time to properly care for and clean up after the pet?

❚ Decreased blood pressure. ❚ Decreased cholesterol levels. ❚ Decreased triglyceride levels. ❚ Decreased feelings of loneliness. ❚ Increased opportunities for exercise and outdoor activities. ❚ Increased opportunities for socialization.

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❚ What type of habitat does this pet need to be healthy? ❚ Are pets allowed in my house, apartment or condominium?

Are there young children, older people, or people with weak immune systems who will care for or be around the pet? (These groups of people are more likely to be infected by zoonotic diseases, which are passed between humans and animals.

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The American Veterinary Medical Association has a list of similar questions at avma.org/ resources/pet-owners/petcare/selecting-petyour-family that includes links to speciesspecific guidelines for choosing dogs, cats, rabbits, reptiles and other animals.

The association points out other considerations, including the availability of veterinary care for exotic pets, who will take care of your pets when you travel, or if you’re unable to keep them due to changes in life circumstances, and their compatibility with every member of your family, including other pets.

Both organizations emphasize it’s never a good idea to bring a wild animal inside as a pet. They have specific needs that usually can’t be met within an indoor home environment and are not domesticated with behaviors that are acceptable in a family home.

By celebrating National Pet Month we are committing to being as good for our animals as they are for us, and making the right decisions at the start can ensure a good experience for both.

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Making your Garden BARKworthy

by Loree Walden, Marketing Manager, Yavapai Humane Society

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t’s that time of year when we look forward to being outside and getting our yard or garden going! What makes it even more fun is being with your fur friend in the fresh air and sunshine as you build a garden containing dog-friendly plants high in antioxidants and safe for dogs to consume.

Cranberries, strawberries, raspberries and blueberries are all safe for dogs in small quantities. Carrots, green beans, broccoli, spinach, cucumbers and zucchini are yummy and healthy for us and our dogs. Rosemary, basil, thyme and parsley are good for dogs as well. Think of all the wonderful DIY foods you can make to help maintain their (and your) health!

Spending time in your yard gardening is a great time for both you and your fur-helper to get some fresh air and spend quality

time together, all while working towards getting ingredients for yummy dinners together! So, grab your shovel and gloves and head out there and have some fun!

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Prescott Promises Invigorating Climbs

by Blake Herzog

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t’s been said that Arizona has more exposed rock than any other state, and few places in the state have so many vertical faces ideal for rock climbing within easy access to each other as Greater Prescott.

It’s a temptation drawing more and more climbers as their numbers grow past 10 million nationwide.

Climbing rewards you with an unparalleled workout, breathtaking views and a vibrant community of fans where you’re bound to find friends. There are four categories of rock climbing; three can be readily found here:

Trad: (traditional) Climbers plan their routes and carry their own anchors and other protective equipment.

Sport: Climbers use pre-placed bolts or climb short distances with a crash pad underneath, as in a climbing gym.

Bouldering: Climbers ascend boulders or other rock formations that top out at about 20 feet without the use of ropes or harnesses.

This sport is not one to be entered into lightly. It poses unique dangers even when ropes and other equipment are used and can leave environmental damage when not done correctly.

Mac McCaleb, owner and lead guide of Granite Mountain Guides and past president of the Prescott Climbers Coalition, said there are a few distinct routes people tend to take into the sport.

“The first path would be to start by going indoors to a local gym and then gaining mentorship from other, very experienced climbers or hiring a guide service to acquire education before moving outside on your own,” he says.

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Hiring a guide service to educate new climbers outdoors can help them see for themselves whether it’s something they want to pursue, McCaleb says.

He said climbers should minimize their impact on their surroundings by following the Climber’s Pact, which can be found at www.accessfund.org/learn/ the-climbers-pact McCaleb says there are a wealth of climbing destinations in Greater Prescott for all skill levels and types of climbing: “There are many great beginner climbs, and most are found in the Granite Dells. The main areas include: Time Zone Wall, The Pavilion Wall, and Shady Grove,” he says.

Trad climbers should look at additional spots in the Dells or head to Thumb Butte or venture north to Sullivan’s Canyon outside Paulden.

Groom Creek’s elevation and ample shade make it a favorite bouldering haunt.

Granite Mountain is a favorite spot for experienced climbers from throughout the state and the rest of the U.S., McCaleb says. It’s open July 15 to Feb. 1 and closed the rest of the year to protect peregrine falcon breeding.

McCaleb recommends several sources for additional local information: Kevin Keith’s The Granite Dells Climbing Guide and Marty Karabin’s fold-out informational topographic map Groom Creek Bouldering. Both can be picked up at The Hike Shack in downtown Prescott.

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done. They can also visit the post-security pet relief area with their dogs or utilize the mother’s room for nursing privacy.

We also have a modernized space for car rental companies, including our current operator Avis/ Budget. Notably, Prescott Regional Airport is one of the largest Avis/Budget locations in northern Arizona, with approximately 100 vehicles in their based fleet. During COVID, some people who did not want to fly, instead opted to rent a reliable new car for their vacation or business travel.

I’ve personally taken several flights to Denver, LA and beyond, and it’s a joy to fly out of here. Each day, I still smile as the airline flight departs. From my office window, I have a great view — of the planes, the terminal and all the happy passengers using our airlines. That’s exciting to me. I’m thankful for all the travelers who’ve used our air service.

Prescott LIVING: What’s been your biggest challenge?

Robin Sobotta: The airport is going through our growth while the community is going through its growth. There are pressures, particularly in the vicinity of the airport, for new home construction.

Residential development, including affordable housing, is crucial to the future growth of our community. But it can be a concern with regard to the future viability of the airport.

In an effort to share information about the airport with the public, I’ve delivered more than 50 public presentations since 2018. When folks purchase a home near the airport, I truly want them to be well-informed of the potential for frequent aircraft overflight.

Future growth of local air traffic is expected

as flight operations at PRC increase. We are a popular flight-training airport, critical for generating the skilled pilots needed to fly passenger, cargo and corporate aircraft. The U.S. Forest Service firefighting operation provides critical emergency services across the region.

As we evolve as a community, I’m proud of our City leadership for seeking to create a North Prescott Master Plan because the airport area serves an important role as economic generator. Many businesses and jobs require quick, convenient access to commercial flights, charter aircraft services, and their company aircraft. Also, when people relocate here residentially, many of them have a list of questions.

One of those is: “Do you have good air service?”

All of these collectively play into our decisions, including assuring compatible land use for those areas next to the airport. So, my biggest challenge is to balance opportunities and concerns.

Prescott LIVING: Have you had any big disappointments?

Robin Sobotta: I haven’t had any major disappointments. As I said earlier, there are challenges, especially when undergoing change of this magnitude. We’ve transitioned into a successful primary commercial service airport that serves the entire region. We’ve been well-recognized by our federal and state partners for our efforts. We have grown up.

People often see me as “the” representative of PRC. What they may not see are the 12-13 other airport employees who make sure the runways are open and safe when it’s snowing. These dedicated

From right: Mayor Greg Mengarelli, City Councilman Steve Sischka, Robin Sobotta and the City of Prescott Airport team with Arizona Airport of the Year 2020 award in Prescott City Council Chambers. Photo by John Heiney.

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In terms of 2020 aircraft operations, we were busier than airports in San Francisco, Orlando, Philadelphia, Newark, Boston, JFK and Baltimore. This is quite an extraordinary list.

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employees oversee multiple airfield construction projects, manage complex grant processes, respond to air service calls from the community, and provide security support when a commercial flight operates.

Airport employees arrive at 4:30 in the morning so the flight can leave at 6 or 7 a.m. They may be here until midnight or later.

We have amazing operations, administration and maintenance staff here at PRC. It’s not a large staff, but they are remarkable in their capability and skill.

And frankly, the airlines are part of our team, along with FAA air traffic controllers, TSA agents, and Legend employees who fuel aircraft. We also work closely with valued airport consultants like Dibble and interact regularly with many of our tenants. This is a robust aviation community — truly a team effort across the airport.

We’ve matured at the airport while we’ve evolved as a

community. We’re just paralleling the amazing success that the city leadership has had in developing this community, as we move from a maintenance city to a growth city. It’s quite remarkable.

Prescott LIVING: What do you do for fun, relaxation or inspiration?

Robin Sobotta: My husband and I enjoy cruising along the west coast — Alaska, Mexico, and “sea days” where we can just relax. At $3 a minute for on-board calls, I try to leave work behind, if even for just a day or two. We’ve already taken 16 cruises, mostly with Princess Cruises. Of course, we fly United Express to Los Angeles to access the nearby San Pedro cruise port.

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Out of Africa Family Won’t Forget Out of Africa Day Trip

by Ray Newton

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f your idea of a family adventure at the zoo is fun, then you will really enjoy a day trip to Out of Africa Wildlife Park just west of Camp Verde off I-17 at 3505 W. SR 260.

Unlike a zoo where animals are in cages or small enclosures, Out of Africa features 300-plus acres of native Mingus Mountain foothills, where most of the more than 300 exotic animals are free to roam in open space bordered by high fences.

Moreover, animals are not just from Africa. They come from Asia, Europe, Australia, and North and South America. The overall value of the wildlife well exceeds $1 million.

When Prescott LIVING visited with owner Dean Harrison and some of his staff, Harrison says, “We do not want animals in cages.

We want you and other visitors to experience and appreciate animals in natural settings as much as possible.”

It was that impassioned comment that prompted me to book a family group experience this past September with Ashton Powell, Out of Africa public relations director. It made a perfect day trip, especially since six of the 17 in the group were great-grandchildren, all younger than 6.

Powell assigned Kaitlin Richard, a university-trained wildlife specialist, as our guide. She provided exceptional details about various animals during our private tour.

Adults and kids boarded Kaitlin’s large open-air bus for an extended “safari” tour that took us into direct encounters with zebra, ostriches, lions, tigers and leopards; African hoof stock such as eland, water buffalo, horned oryx, camel; Watusi cattle, hyenas; and, of course, a favorite, giraffes. Two giraffes, Temba and Mawenzi, were youngsters who had joined the resident giraffes only months earlier.

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Giraffes have developed a reputation of being “kissers” for those who hand them treats from the tour bus. Two-year old Levi Morrison, from Albuquerque, stands barely 3 feet. He stared wide-eyed up at Pilgrim, an 18-foot giraffe whose 20-inch black tongue curled out of his mouth toward a celery stalk Benjamin’s mother Jessi held out. Levi let out a frightened roar an elephant would envy. His 4-yearold brother Benjamin sat open-mouthed.

At another stop, Kaitlin walked to the fence behind which a family of laughing hyenas were gathered. She fed them treats — then stopped. They immediately began “laughing” in that distinct sound only hyenas make — high-pitched chattering and cackling.

She fed them again. They “laughed” again.

Addy Schafer, 2 ½ years old, smiled and told her mother Christine Schafer, “I really like the giggling animals.”

Addy’s 5-year-old brother Josiah tried imitating the hyenas. They stared at him. Josiah then asked Kaitlin, “I heard at kindergarten they could break bones with their jaws. Is that true?”

Adults on our tour were easily entranced by the various animals. They watched a rhinoceros assault a hanging punching bag. Sage, a mountain lion, attacked a large pumpkin Kaitlin tossed over the fence.

For more than two hours, the safari continued. It went to the Tiger Splash Area where giant cats play in a swimming pool as they competed for chunks of raw meat. We saw wolves, bears, Barbary sheep, a pride of lions, the Reptile Resort and other creatures at the various stops along the route. We had a chance to eat at the food service areas.

Restrooms and shuttle stops were scattered along the route.

Following the scheduled tour, some on the adventure traveled on smaller shuttles to return to prior stops or visit new ones. One grandparent, Lynn Penner of Prescott, later said, “Not many families can tell stories of four generations sharing a vacation experience on such an informative tour.”

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feeding time, but then I realized they wouldn’t feed me to her. Too much fat.”

Anderson’s wife, Sheri, said what especially appealed to her was that the animals were not caged and could roam free, unlike in so many zoos.

Tour Easily ‘Do-able’ in a Day Because Out of Africa is only an hour from north Phoenix, 45 minutes from the Quad Cities area, and about the same from Flagstaff, day trips are easy to schedule. Powell says the majority of visitors — 150,000 a year — come from the Valley of the Sun. Many others come from across the United States, especially during summer.

International visitation continues to grow.

Open daily from 9:30 a.m.to 5 p.m., the wildlife park is totally handicapped accessible.

Courtesy shuttle busses run continuously from opening until 4 p.m. The gift shop and ticket area are near the admission gate. Parking is free.

In addition to regular admission, several special tours, including zip line tours, are available; check out www. outofafricapark.com/encounters.

Powell invites those interested in more than the regular admission or in group tours to contact her or staff to arrange for reservations and discounts.

Additional details are available online at www.outofafricapark.com or at 928-567-2840.

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Honeybee’s Adventure Time Gets Kids Buzzing

by Blake Herzog

If you’ve been hanging around the lush forests, limpid lakes or rocky slopes of Greater Prescott over the last few months, you may have crossed paths with a 21st century Pied Piper, semi-leading a line of boys and girls as they climb trees, slide down hills and meet the local waterfowl.

It’s about “getting your kids off the screen and into the green,” says Melissa “Honeybee” Slayton, who’s adopted the original Greek meaning of her birth name. And last year’s turmoil and months of at-home schooling has left many parents seeking new chances for their offspring to do just that.

“Children need to be social to play. It is imperative for their ability to become well-rounded human beings. And I had always wanted to start a program like this for kids, and COVID kind of gave it the boost that it needed,” Slayton says.

She launched Honeybee’s Adventure Time at the end of last summer when it became clear most students wouldn’t go back to full-time classroom learning right away. Things have changed, but interest in her club continues to grow.

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and Willow lakes, Wolf Creek, White Spar, Little Granite Mountain and more scenic and somewhat wild spots.

Slayton says they love to hike, explore, scramble, build forts and towers out of rocks, find caves and tunnels, and watch wildlife together. Older ones help out the little guys. And everybody learns from the challenges they encounter.

“It’s just really neat for them, for me to be there and be like, ‘Well, if you think you can, I’ll be here to help you if you need, but let’s give it a try if you really want to push yourself,’ you know? And so it’s just really cool to see how much nature provides healing and growth for these kids,” she says.

For more information, see the club’s Facebook page, visit www.honeybeesadventuretime.com or call 928-830-4142.

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Perkinsville Road Offers Adventure, Beauty Outdoor adventure reigns in Chino Valley!

by Maggie Tidaback, Economic Development Project Manager, Town of Chino Valley

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erkinsville Road is a local favorite, and with our tourism campaign launching soon it will be popular with many Arizonans. This road is named after the Perkins family, who owns the ranch land that the wildly scenic road meanders through.

This well-maintained dirt road will take you all the way to Jerome and Williams.

Many take their off-road vehicles and spend the day observing breathtaking vistas of red rock and Chino Valley’s natural beauty.

The first stretch wanders through junipers, oak, mesquite trees and grama grass, which Chino lends its name to.

Along the way, you will pass the Garchen Buddhist Institute and not much farther land upon one of the most beautiful vistas I have ever seen.

About 20 miles in, you’ll reach a T — Jerome to the right, Perkinsville to the left.

Go left fist and you will cross the Perkinsville Bridge, the most reliable crossing over the Verde River. There is a picnicking area with a rope swing into the river.

A sign directs you to Jerome along much the same route as the one the Perkinses used to transport their beef to feed miners in the early 1900s.

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To get to Jerome, head back over the bridge and go straight. The last few miles are not for acrophobic (which I am) or the heavy-footed driver. There are no guard rails, and the drop seems steep, but the views make up for any irrational fears you may have.

The entire Verde Valley spreads out below, with panoramic vistas of Sedona’s magical red rocks, and Humphreys Peak perpetually white with snow on the horizon. Now you’re in historic Jerome!

Beyond day trips, there are dry camping and shooting areas off Perkinsville Road.

During the spring, summer and early fall the weather is perfect to camp and spend the day hiking the beautiful hills and washes of Perkinsville.

Panning along the Verde River offers the excitement of extracting gold and natural

beauty that you only see in Chino Valley.

So, if you’re looking for a fun off-roading outdoor adventure day, Perkinsville Road will provide fun, relaxation, great weather and unforgettable memories!

Vehicle requirements: None in good weather, but a 4-wheel-drive vehicle is recommended during winter when snow may be on the road, and in July or August, when afternoon thunderstorms are common.

The entire Verde Valley spreads out below, with panoramic vistas of Sedona’s magical red rocks, and Humphreys Peak perpetually white with snow on the horizon. Now you’re in historic Jerome!

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Enjoy the Great Outdoors in Prescott Valley

by Marnie Uhl, President/CEO, Prescott Valley Chamber of Commerce

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ome of the best days can be spent outdoors right here in Prescott Valley where nature and community coexist for a nurturing and satisfying experience.

One of my favorite places is Mountain Valley Park, which is 69 acres of land in the middle of Prescott Valley. And while it has great amenities such as the outdoor aquatic center, dog park, play equipment and the skate park, I am always drawn to the Urban Forest/Yavapai Lakes.

The lakes sit on 12 acres surrounded by an all-accessible walking path and are home to a variety of waterfowl, fish and other wildlife. Many of the 100 trees at the Urban Forest have been donated in remembrance for special people or events; a nearby kiosk displays commemorative plaques.

The two lakes have been added to the Arizona Game and Fish Community Fishing Program. A valid fishing license is required for those older than 10.

On any given morning people are here walking their dogs, getting exercise or just enjoying being outdoors. Several of us make this our weekly Sunday back-tonature morning.

And, I always like to remind people to not feed bread to the ducks but rather grapes, peas or worms. The Urban Forest/Yavapai Lakes are at 8700 Lakeshore Drive.

Not too far down the road is Fain Park, another oasis in the heart of Prescott Valley.

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Photo by Natural Visions Photography recreational activities as hiking, fishing and gold panning. All trails are easy-tomoderate. The lake is stocked with trout; a valid fishing license is required.

Additionally, the park includes a replica 1890s gold town (Massick’s), the Fitzmaurice Ruin archaeological site, and an historical mining display.

For the more adventurous, we have the Iron King Trail, a 14-mile moderately trafficked out-and-back trail good for all skill levels. For the more advanced hiker, there is the 4.5-mile Glassford Summit Trail with an elevation gain of 944 feet.

This trail is best used April to September.

Every October, the Town of Prescott

Valley Parks and Recreation department hosts the Run for the Hill of It, a noncompetitive run, walk or hike up Glassford Hill.

And if you are feeling a little more restless and want to get farther out into nature, visit the Mingus Mountain or Lynx Lake recreation areas.

The Prescott Valley Chamber of Commerce and Visitor Center has this and more information on the natural wonders that make up this unique and diverse region. Visit pvchamber.org or call 928-772-8857. The Chamber and Visitor Center is located at 7120 E. Pav Way, Ste 102, Prescott Valley 86314.

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Outside is Good for Your Insides

by Blake Herzog

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t’s getting warmer outside, so if you haven’t been already it’s time to think about how to start routing your life into the out-of-doors by any means possible.

You’ll get healthier and happier as you enjoy the beauty of our mountain setting.

The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency says Americans spend an average of 93% of their lives indoors, including 7% in vehicles. That figure might be a bit lower in Greater Prescott with all of its great opportunities for outside time, but there’s always room for improvement.

Whether you’re up for hiking the Dells or relaxing on a bench in Courthouse Plaza or in your backyard, studies have shown that simply being outside is good for your mental and physical health.

Forest bathing Japanese scientists have developed the practice of “forest bathing,” which threads mindfulness and meditation into a walk in the woods and has begun to get a foothold in northern Arizona’s forested areas.

Research has found walking in wooded areas tugs blood pressure down, a result of reduced stress and a net gain for heart health. Even sitting or walking in an urban forested area for 15 to 30 minutes brings cardiovascular benefits.

The University of Arizona Cooperative Extension recommends scheduling one or two hours total per week for walking or sitting in a forested area or other relaxed, natural setting. However, avoid going out in extreme cold or heat that would make it a stressful experience, or when air quality is low.

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Research has found walking in wooded areas tugs blood pressure down…

Dive into open space But forests aren’t required; just get outdoors. You’re more likely to exercise longer outside than you would inside, whatever your choice of workout is. Vitamin D, known as the sunshine vitamin, is best absorbed from sunlight, though you

should wear sunscreen for any outings longer than 15 minutes or so.

Research has also linked getting out under the sky to better mood, brain function and memory, less pain, stronger immune system and increased energy.

Many of these studies were small, but that’s no reason not to get out!

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Watson Lake from Storm Ranch trails by Chris Hosking.

Prescott Offers Variety of Ways to Explore Outdoors

by Kelly Tolbert, Recreation Coordinator, City of Prescott

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rescott’s mild climate and mostly sunny days allow for plenty of opportunities to explore the natural environment.

Approximately 105 miles of multiuse trails, along with over 450 miles of Prescott National Forest trails, are offered in Prescott and surrounding communities — perfect for mountain bikers, rock climbers, horseback riders or hiking enthusiasts!

Outfitter shops are conveniently located downtown.

Our outdoors offer:

❱ Antelope Hills Golf Course, a 36-hole championship golf course, has scenic views and affordable rates. A 10-acre driving range offers a state-of-the-art practice experience along with chipping and putting greens. The Manzanita Grille restaurant and bar may enhance your overall experience. Large parties, weddings or other banquets can be easily accommodated 156

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at the Centennial Center that overlooks the north course. More information is available at www.antelopehillsgolf.com ❱ Arizona Game and Fish Department stocks the seven area lakes with various species of fish, offering up year-round fishing opportunities. For more information, visit www.azgfd.com/fishing/locations/prescott ❱ Birding is a popular activity among visitors and locals alike. Due to Prescott’s highly diverse geographic position, many spectacular bird species can be see migrating, nesting and flitting around in the high desert chaparral. The local Audubon Society chapter has worked diligently at S P RI NG 2021

Approximately 105 miles of multiuse trails, along with over 450 miles of Prescott National Forest trails, are offered in Prescott and surrounding communities. gaining certain areas as Important Birding Areas, such as Watson and Willow lakes.

Local businesses also specialize in bird education and sell localized bird food. ❱ Bocce Ball at Watson Lake offers three regulation size courts with surrounding amenities such as restrooms, covered day use picnic areas, seating areas and scenic views. Visit www.prescott-az.gov/recreationarea/watson-lake-park for more information. ❱ Disc Golf at Watson Lake is an 18-hole course including alternate tees with two pads at holes one through four and holes 14 through 18 for a total of 27. The Prescott Disc Golf club assists with facilitating league play and tournaments. There is a $3 parking fee daily except Wednesdays, however discounted prepaid parking is available through Recreation Services: www.prescott-az.gov/recreation-events/ recreation-services/parking-passes ❱ Horseshoes at Watson Lake can be enjoyed on state-of-the-art horseshoe courts open to the public or, if you prefer, join the Mile Hi Horseshoe Club for some friendly competition.

League play is May-September on Thursday evenings for $2 (no play in July). Parking at Watson Lake is $3 per car per day. For more information visit www.prescott-az. gov/recreation-area/watson-lake-park ❱ Mike Fann Community Skate Park can be accessed on the corner of E Willis Street and Arizona Avenue, a section of P RES C OT T L I V I NG MAG .C O M

Ken Lindley Park off Gurley Street. Park hours are 7 a.m. to 10 p.m. Memorial Day through Labor Day; 7 a.m. to sunset the rest of the year. The unsupervised park is open to all skill levels of skateboards, inline skates and bikes. For more information visit www.prescott-az.gov/recreation-area/ mike-fann-community-skate-park ❱ Prescott Outdoors offers watercraft rentals — stand up paddle boards, kayaks, canoes — at Goldwater and Watson lakes seasonally and weather permitting. Hourly or daily rates are available. Group reservations are available by going to www.prescottoutdoors.com ❱ Prescott Pickleball Courts at Pioneer Park are open to the public with league play and tournaments throughout the year.

The Prescott Pickleball Association is a volunteer-based organization dedicated to maintaining and facilitating specialized use of the courts. For pickleball events check www.prescottpickleball.com ❱ Trekabout Hiking Club features guided hikes on Tuesday and Thursday mornings throughout the year, starting at 7 a.m. in the summer and 8 a.m. the rest of the year.

Hikes vary in difficulty. Trekabout Hiking Club is a collaboration between the Highlands Center for Natural History, City of Prescott Recreation Services Department and Yavapai County Community Health Department. More information can be found at www.prescott-az. gov/recreation-events/programs-specialevents/programs/trekabout-hiking-club P R ESCOTT LIV I NG 157

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Local Food Experts Bring Spring to the Table T he taste of spring ranges from homegrown mint in drinks to squash blossoms cut up into eggs to a house-made lemon curd on a light pancake. Check out what delights these three foodinistas and what they want to feed you this time of year.

Chef John Panza BiGA

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young, bright flavors provide a colorful and much needed change from the heavy roasting and braising of winter ingredients.

This spring at BiGA, we are using fresh berries and garden grown herbs in our seasonal artisan cocktails. We are excited to be featuring drinks like our delicious Strawberry Basil Margarita, a berryforward version of a classic French 75 cocktail we are calling a “Spring 75,” as well as a Vodka Garden Gimlet. YUM! We are currently working with a local gardening guru named Janet who is helping us bring our herb garden into warmer weather — so note

that any time you order a drink with mint in it, like a mojito or a Moscow mule, the mint

is coming from our very own garden. We can’t wait to see what else we can grow!

Probably one of my favorite, most delicate products to work with during this spring, are the squash blossoms and doing different things with them. I learned years ago, one of the great ways you can use them

is you kind of just gently chop them up and throw them in with some scrambled eggs.

Um, I personally like that heavy dose of black pepper and some sour cream on the top and it is delicious.

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Director of Culinary Operations Vivili Hospitality Group

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I remember growing up hating beets until I tried one that was like freshly grown. And as bad of a rap as they get, sometimes I think beets are really diverse in their prep and ways to prepare them. And asparagus, just fresh-cut and grilled with salt, pepper, and butter. Like there’s, I don’t think there’s much that could be compared to that kind of, that flavor of, of asparagus. Another one I work with is local carrots.

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The Dutch cake is a unique and delicious pancake styled after the Dutch Baby originally from Germany and Holland. This pancake is light and fluffy, almost bowl-like in shape, with its main ingredient our cage-free eggs, making it a more protein-filled cake than your usual breakfast fare, with the added bonus of no added sugar.

To make it even more special, instead of using maple syrup, this comes with our fresh, housemade lemon curd. This delicious lemon curd has just the right amount of sugar, and again more eggs adding a slight pielike impression with the perfect balance of tang and sweet.

Our Southwest Sunrise, previously featured in People magazine as one of Arizona’s best breakfasts, is an exceptional combination of flavors, all organically sourced. Starting from the bottom up, this open-faced style breakfast sandwich begins with our must-try, mouthwatering, homemade English muffins.

Next, we slather it in our — you guessed it — also house made ginger aioli. This sauce then acts to hold crisp, green arugula in place before a fresh slice of tomato is added, then topped with a beautifully prepared cagefree sunny side up egg and cheddar cheese, and finally a splay of healthy avocado. Meat can also be added to amplify the complexity of flavors and textures.

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Superstition Meadery Expands its Reach

by Jeff Herbert, Owner, Superstition Meadery, and Laura Davison, General Manager, Superstition Meadery

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ife in Prescott, our hometown on the frontier, has never been more delicious, and Superstition Meadery is proud to be playing a role.

Prescott’s location and character are synonymous in several ways to Superstition Meadery. We are a small family-owned business working hard to define a lifestyle brand and product line reflecting the best of Arizona, moving forward with one foot rooted in tradition and another stepping out to explore the world.

Our production team, sales force and tasting room staff all work and play in Prescott, and our people are truly what

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make our company unique. Their skill and authentic passion are most visible in our tasting room in the cellar of the historic Burmister Building, just north of the Courthouse Square.

Our creative use of a very small kitchen combined with outstanding service and world class craft beverages has earned us a TripAdvisor Certificate of Excellence each year we have been open, high scores on Yelp, and most recently, RateBeer named us the Best Brewer Tap Room in Arizona, and the United States!

This success has a secret sauce.

While the brewing industry is typically a boy’s club, Superstition is breaking the mold with a female-led tasting room, bringing forth a special aesthetic and an emotional approach to management with empowered staff.

This strategy leads to our crew members playing to their strengths and a consistent recognition that innovation is a team sport. Most of our customers are couples or women looking to enjoy the cozy ambience, dripping like honey from the hive in our candlelit underground bar.

While you enjoy a flight of mead and cider paired with a beautiful cheese and charcuterie board, our staff will encourage you to dismiss your preconceived notions and live adventurously.

As the food and beverage scene grows more exciting in Prescott, Superstition is also expanding its reach across the state, the country, and the world.

We recently began working with the

Hensley Beverage Company, one of the largest family-owned and operated beverage distributors in the nation.

This relationship is opening new doors for Superstition, creating opportunities for our amazing people and reinforcing Prescott’s status as a world class town serving many of the highest rated craft beverages made.

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them includes orange rolls and oven-cooked sweet & spicy bacon. We visit our younger children in Carlsbad (California) with a seafood stop at Fish 101 or Rockin’ Baja Lobster.

My folks, Shirley and Paul, just moved in near our home in Prescott Lakes. I love having them close so we can easily share a Rosa’s Pizzeria pizza or Berry’s Pie Pantry banana crème pie.

Sometimes I find hope or inspiration in simple motivational messages — like those found in fortune cookies! I have a group of favorites on my desk, including: “Your courage will guide your future”; “With great risk comes great reward”; “Your enthusiasm will bring life to a dormant project”; “You never hesitate to tackle the most difficult problems”; “Your hard work is about to pay off. Family will rejoice with you”; and, “Visualize the win.”

My latest favorite is: “Make time for what (and who) you love.”

While this can be a challenge to achieve with this busy director’s position, I plan to work on it!

Prescott LIVING: What's your biggest work-related satisfaction?

Robin Sobotta: For more than a decade, I sat on various City airport planning committees as an academic, visioning what could happen at this airport — a new terminal, better air service, a longer runway, and more. It’s been exciting to serve in a key role, to help transform that vision into reality.

I give a “shout out” to City Manager Michael Lamar and the City Council leadership for their dedication to investing in the future. It really takes a supportive political framework and people committed to achieving our strategic vision. Even though there are challenges in investing in this facility, we know it can yield significant returns.

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Robin Sobotta, Matt Eberspacher and Jorge Dominguez, new passenger terminal inspection, March 2021. Photo by Jared Bass.

Prescott LIVING: How much federal and state grant support has the airport received recently? What has been the result of your airport development efforts?

Robin Sobotta: We’ve already received more than $26 million in federal and state funding over the past three years. With that, we’ve upgraded the airfield pavements, added safety and security improvements, and built an amazing new passenger terminal.

And, we’re not done.

In the next five years, we’re hoping to be awarded an additional $85 million in grants, including funds for the main runway extension. Of course, the continuation of grant funding is up to Congress, state legislators, and agencies like the FAA Airports Division and ADOT Aeronautics. I do hope we will continue to receive strong financial support for the future development of our airport.

However, it’s more than just the money that’s invested in

the physical airport. The end result of those investments are plenty — entry of new businesses, support for existing businesses and success within our academic institutions. Commercial service airports are key to optimal supply chain development. We also ensure passenger and freight access to the national air transportation system.

We support the City’s strategic evolution from a tourismfocused economy to one that is broader-based. The airport and surrounding business park foster new employment opportunities with good wages. This encourages our local workforce talent and new graduates to remain local.

We see this as a win-win for the airport and the community.

That’s the really exciting part.

We’re starting to see this all unfold. And more is coming.

This takes cooperation between industry, academia, public sector partners and community support throughout the region. We’re proud PRC is part of it.

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by Blake Herzog

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Foster the Creativity Within You

hen you’re a writer having trouble writing about creativity, you can turn to a dictionary definition in hopes of sparking something creative to share about it.

Sometimes it works, sometimes it doesn’t.

When it doesn’t, you start looking elsewhere for those original or unusual thoughts that can lead to the creation of something imaginative, whether it’s a painting or a solution to a seemingly intractable problem at work.

That’s a thumbnail version of the creative process. That inspiration can come from anywhere, and you look for it everywhere.

Helen Stephenson, director of the Yavapai College Film and Media Arts Program and founder of the Prescott Film Festival, shared with Prescott LIVING Magazine a few sources of creativity she’s uses: Listening to other artists — “I would take my daughters to readings at a bookstore here, and one year they brought Lynne Reed Banks (The Indian in the Cupboard) to speak.

Someone asked her how she keeps the creative momentum going to write so many books. She said that she is always looking for an excuse to NOT write. And now she knows herself well enough to catch herself doing some mundane task and get back on track. That stuck with me.

“I had a deadline for a script. I went in to clean the kitchen. Way too thoroughly!

Then, I noticed some clean tea towels that had some stains on them. So, I found myself with an eyedropper in hand, dripping dots of bleach on each stain. Lynne Reed Banks’ words came rushing back to me and I was back on task!”

Getting organized — “I love to create mixedmedia pieces. It’s handson and the result of the work is immediate and rewarding. When I want to fuel my creative energies, I start organizing.

Simply going through each tin of buttons, box of fabrics, container of ribbons, vintage gloves, hats, broches, beads, lace and old record albums gives me inspiration and energy. It is almost a meditation. I start to picture the

“For research that also fuels inspiration I follow two Facebook pages about the history of the community and those serve as a road map.”

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end result, and that makes me want it to become a reality.”

Friends and family — “I have started a script about the place I grew up. I had a Zoom call with one of my childhood best friends, who now lives in England. That was encouraging and uplifting. I will run the rough draft past this friend and another childhood best friend, who now lives in Tucson. I have five siblings and they are a constant source of creative energy just by the conversations we have. It is remarkable how we each remember things from different perspectives, and I think that will give the project depth.

“For research that also fuels inspiration I follow two Facebook pages about the history of the community and those serve as a road map. ‘Oh! I forgot about that store!

I remember that family!’ There are a lot of things I didn’t pay attention to as a child.”

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Phippen Art Show & Sale Returns to Downtown Prescott

by Edd Kellerman, Executive Director, Phippen Museum

For nearly 50 years, the Phippen Museum’s annual Western Art Show & Sale in historic downtown Prescott has had a stellar reputation of presenting some of the nation’s most outstanding western fine art.

That’s what made the 2020 Show’s cancellation and conversion to an online presence such a huge disappointment for locals, art collectors and participating artists alike.

However, with necessary Centers for Disease Control and Prevention guidelines in place for everyone’s health and safety, this popular art festival is planning to return to Prescott’s beautiful Yavapai County Courthouse plaza May 29 through May 31, 2021.

And, while many of the ancillary events associated with the show will be canceled because of limitations on large gatherings, I see these circumstances as a perfect opportunity to circle back to the roots of this Memorial Day weekend tradition and what inspired it.

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humor inspired those close to him to pursue the creation of an art institution in his name — one that would be dedicated to the presentation and promotion of great art of the American West and the masters who create it.

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The first effort to raise funding resulted in the creation of the George Phippen Memorial Art Show & Sale, now known as the Phippen Museum’s annual Western Art Show & Sale.

Today, as I see it, the restrictions on outside events will allow a greater, concentrated focus on the outstanding western artists in attendance and their considerable artistic talent.

It’s also an opportunity to remind ourselves of the show’s original purpose — yes, the creation of the Phippen Museum was the ultimate fundraising goal, but the enthusiastic friends, family and fellow artists of George Phippen who pursued this dream on his behalf were also adamant about promoting the raw talent of the participating artists and providing prominence and prestige for this allAmerican art form.

As George’s wife Louise Phippen so eloquently put it in 1994 at the show’s 20th anniversary: “We’ve had the joy of seeing young artists rise to excellence and

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beginning collectors find pride in owning aspiring artists’ creations. The Memorial Show has been a great joy for our family, knowing George’s work is still challenging and inspiring others to develop their talents. All of you have helped to bring the

Phippen Museum to national recognition.

May this Memorial Show and the Art Museum continue to awaken hidden talent and open minds to history, beauty of life in the West, and the creative spirit for all who come to our area.”

So come join the Phippen Museum and its incredible roster of gifted artists for this visual feast of amazing western art on Memorial Day weekend. Booth hours are Saturday and Sunday from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m., and Monday from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m.

In addition, the museum will be open free of charge during the three-day weekend, featuring Under Native Skies, PAWs to Celebrate: Phippen Award Winner’s- Small Works to Go, and the 18th annual Miniature Masterpiece Show & Sale. For the most up to date information on these events, please contact the Phippen at 928-778-1385 or visit our website at: www. phippenartmuseum.org

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Bestselling Authors Book it to Prescott

by Blake Herzog

Authors L.J. and Kat Martin share a life and a profession, and now they share a home in Prescott.

Between them they’ve churned out about 150 titles (estimates vary) in their respective genres, which for Kat is primarily romantic thrillers and for L.J. is western fiction and nonfiction and thrillers.

Kat is ahead by about 10 books and has made the New York Times’ Top 10 list with several of her recent releases, including several entries in her “Raines of Wind Canyon” series.

L.J. is hardly slacking — he cofounded Wolfpack Publications, where he helped to market 450 books, including his own. He’s written several fiction series plus nonfiction about everything from writing fiction to cooking to his two battles with cancer.

Recently he’s seen success with a couple of young adult volumes, he says.

“They were No. 1 for 15 weeks on Amazon lists. Both of them were. I didn’t realize I touched young people as much as I did. That was kind of an epiphany. It’s a fun business from that standpoint, you can change things.”

The Martins moved from Missoula, Montana to their new winter home on the west edge of town in November.

“We started coming down here the last couple of years, and once we found Prescott, we felt really comfortable here because it has a Western cast, more Western than Montana is, really,” Kat says. “The east side of Montana’s cowboy country, but where we are in the mountains, 174

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there it’s really logging and loggers.”

“So, you don’t see cowboy hats as much, but you do see them here, which is nice,” she says.

The couple share a love of the West rooted in their upbringing in Bakersfield, California, where Kat’s father worked for the rodeos and L.J. on farms and ranches.

Both ended up in real estate and met over a deal. A few years into their marriage, Kat, a voracious reader throughout her life, felt like she’d gone as far as she could in residential real estate.

“And then we started writing, messing around with it. And I thought, this is what I really want to do. So I had made my mind up to stick with it no matter what.

And I really believed I could make it, which is now as I look back at it, it’s funny.

Now I see how hard it really is,” she says.

It took five years to secure their first book deal, but then they started to flow more quickly and each built up a following.

Taking many of the lessons learned about marketing from their previous career, they traveled extensively for book tours and pleasure until the pandemic brought that to a halt a year ago.

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Film Spotlights Prescott’s Western Artists

by Blake Herzog

A documentary film paying tribute to George Phippen and the Western art scene he sparked in Prescott has been released and is airing on the City of Prescott’s Channel 64.

Prescott, AZ: Mecca of Western Art was directed by Prescott resident John Krizek and is the last of a series of short films on local history he made for the Prescott Community Access Channel, which shut down at the end of last year and transferred its assets to the City.

“I was really glad to get it done before the station went away,” Krizek says.

The 38-minute Mecca began as the story of creating Cowboy in a Storm, the 14 ½-foot bronze sculpture installed in 2018 at the roundabout in front of the Phippen Museum. It was enlarged from a 16-inch bronze figure that was Phippen’s last work before he died in 1966.

Phippen was a renowned Western painter and sculptor who was the first president of the Cowboy Artists of America. The museum named after him opened in 1984 after 10 years of planning and fundraising.

Krizek says City Councilman Steve Sischka suggested the documentary be expanded to include other local Western artists, so local sculptor and historian Bill Nebeker is the primary “talking head” and Joseph Robertson, Sarah Phippen, John Coleman, Doug Hyde, Bill Cramer and several other artists are featured.

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"Cowboy in a Storm" bronze sculpture in front of the Phippen Museum. Photo by John Krizek.

Plans to hold a premiere for the film at the Elks Theatre in downtown Prescott over Memorial Day Weekend 2020 had to be scrapped, but Krizek says he hopes it can be pulled off this year.

“The objective is to get as many of the artists there as possible to be acknowledged and to really kind of make an impact on this town, that here is this tremendous reservoir of renowned Western and cowboy artists who live and work around here. And most the town doesn’t really know it. In fact, some of the participants don’t even recognize the depth of that art quality to this town,” he said.

A 90-second trailer is online and the DVD is available at the Phippen Museum, Prescott Western Heritage Center, the Prescott Chamber of Commerce’s visitor center and Krizek’s website, www.forgottenjourneyprod.com

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Emil & the Detectives - Photo courtesy of Yavapai College

YC Performing Arts Center Delivers Streaming Plays to Schools

by Blake Herzog

More than 8,000 students in Yavapai County have been watching exclusive streamed theatrical performances of plays filmed around the world, courtesy of the Yavapai College Performing Arts Center (YCPAC).

In February, the college’s CUES (Curtain Up! Entertainment Series) program released the first in a series of six one-hour plays written for young audiences, each made available for two weeks to qualified Yavapai County School District teachers through mid-May. Funded by a grant from the Forest Fees Management Association, the plays and musicals were selected for easy integration into school curriculums and performed by professional theater companies in Texas, the UK and Australia and come with age recommendations, with options for kindergarteners to fifth graders and older.

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the opportunity to share the performing arts with their students during this uncertain time. They have also enjoyed the flexibility this program offers as well as the educational resources that integrate easily into their lesson plans.”

Students across the county have been missing out on field trips for the past year, including to YCPAC to watch “school matinee” performances under the CUES banner in previous years, so this year’s season was moved to the Vimeo streaming platform.

“The joyous adventure and discoveries of a field trip can still be shared by students online,” says Yavapai College spokesman Michael Grady.

The program is available to Yavapai County public school districts only.

Each digital booking includes two weeks of unlimited access to a passwordprotected, video link.

For additional information, email schoolmatinees@yc.edu.

Upcoming Plays Finding North April 18-May 1 Emil & The Detectives May 2-18 Previews of all and free registration are available at www.ycpac.com/ online/article/cues2021

Diary of a Wombat Photo courtesy of Yavapai College, Robert Catto.

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Q&A

Donna Werking, Owner of Northern AZ Social, LLC Q: What brought you to Prescott, and how long have you been here?

A: I spent my last three years of high school on the East Coast in Delaware. Once I graduated, I was offered a full ride academic and volleyball scholarship to DSU, but Arizona was calling me back.

My immediate family lives in the Phoenix-Scottsdale area.

However, my grandparents lived in Prescott, AZ, at the time — a more desirable place for me. I relocated to Prescott to continue my college education and have now lived here for 25 years.

Q: How did you become interested in your career field?

A: I have always had a knack for business and problem solving. Yet, I loved to dance, draw and paint in my youth.

I knew I would lean toward a career where I could use my creative talents and to continue to grow my skillset.

Q: What is the biggest challenge of your job?

A: The biggest challenge in marketing is staying abreast of all the new technologies and resources available to us.

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Q: What is the greatest reward of your job?

A: Having a career in an industry that never sleeps. With digital, I'm consistently learning new strategies. Nothing makes me happier than helping a small, growing business reach their goals.

Q: Where would you like to vacation next and why?

A: Thailand is definitely on the list. My mother is from Thailand. I met my family for the first time three years ago in Nakhon Ratchasima, a rural country town.

Q: If you could have dinner with any three to five people (dead or alive) who would it be?

Q: What is the last book you read, and what did you enjoy about it most?

A: My father, my grandmother and grandfather, who have all passed. I met my father for the first time when I turned 40. He passed away in March 2020.

We did not get the opportunity to make up for lost time. I chose my grandparents from Thailand because we never met.

I understand my grandfather was a well-respected man of the community in Nakhon Ratchasima. My grandmother had nine children during a time of hardship. I would have so many questions for them.

A: I’m currently reading “Lord of the Flies” to my son. It was one of my favorites as a child. The theme is to explore the defects of society. It seems fitting for our time.

Q: What is your favorite Prescott activity?

A: With 25 years in Prescott, I have only scratched the surface when it comes to exploring our 450+ miles of hiking trails. I imagine I have another 45 years to explore a few more gems.

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