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ULTIMATE guide
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ULTIMATE guide
PRESCOTT PRESCOTT VALLEY CHINO VALLEY
PRESCOTT | PRESCOTT VALLEY | CHINO VALLEY & beyond
PRESCOTT | PRESCOTT VALLEY | CHINO VALLEY & beyond SUMMER RODEO ROUND-UP featuring Karen Vold | National Cowgirl Hall of Fame Trick Rider
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Look for hidden cowboy boots throughout this issue and scan the QR code to tell Talking Glass Media how many you found.
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UNDERStars
Experience the magic of the Prescott Valley region after dark! Enjoy Zoo by Moonlight, moonlight kayaking, stargazing planetarium nights, and movies under the stars—your guide to unforgettable evening adventures awaits!
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ARO UND
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Square
From toe-tapping concerts to colorful art shows and lively festivals, Prescott’s “Around the Square” events fill downtown with music, creativity, and fun all season long—don’t miss a moment!
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Saddle up for Prescott Frontier Days®, World’s Oldest Rodeo®!
From thrilling bull riding and barrel racing to adorable mutton bustin’, live music, and more, it’s a week of wild Western fun!
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Go Fourth in Prescott Valley with a star-spangled celebration!
Enjoy the Rodeo Parade, Red White and Boom festivities, live music, fireworks, and more patriotic fun for the whole family!
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Karen
Karen
VOLD
From riding along Phoenix’s canal banks to dazzling crowds in arenas across North America, Karen Vold has spent a lifetime shaping the art of trick riding.
Inspired as a child by rodeo performers visiting her home, she launched her professional career at age 14 and later performed in Prescott at 18. Karen went on to co-found professional trick-riding acts and eventually a school that continues to thrive 37 years later. Though she humbly credits others, her behind-the-scenes work and commitment to preserving tradition have made her a true icon in the rodeo world.
Karen’s journey began with a childhood fascination, sparked by trick riders who visited her family’s home when her father, a rodeo chairman during wartime, would host entertainers. By age 10, she had a trick riding saddle, a spirited stallion, and a fire to perform. She entered her first professional rodeo at just 14 and eventually performed at Prescott Rodeo by 18. Along the way, she trained under world champion Dick Griffith and co-founded professional trick-riding teams like the Flying Cimarron and the Fireballs. One early booking even led to a chance meeting with Canadian rodeo producer Harry Vold, who later became her husband.
Karen’s influence extended beyond the arena. She helped sustain the art of trick riding by co-founding a trick riding school that now celebrates 37 years and continues to inspire a new generation. With students coming from across the country and a waiting list year-round, her teaching has kept the tradition vibrant.
Although modest about her role in rodeo production, Karen’s behind-the-scenes support, from flag presentations to timing events, was vital. This is a great reminder that the people working in the background, like Karen, are often the true backbone of any operation. As the rodeo world tips its hat to the women who shaped it, Karen Vold stands tall, not just in the saddle, but in legacy. Scan to
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DESTINATIONS
Discover Prescott’s hidden gems beyond the Courthouse Plaza! Explore rescued wildlife at Heritage Park Zoological Sanctuary, immerse yourself in Western art at the Phippen Museum, and enjoy family fun at local parks and dog-friendly spaces. Adventure awaits just around the corner!
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SURVIVING CODY LUNDIN TALKS & THRIVING IN ARIZONA'S
Cody Lundin, survival instructor and founder of the Aboriginal Living Skills School in Prescott, Arizona, joins Talking Glass Media’s Guy Roginson for an in-depth conversation on Arizona’s biodiversity, outdoor preparedness, and the life-changing power of nature. With over three decades of experience teaching survival in extreme environments, Cody brings wisdom, humor, and urgency to the topic of recreating safely in one of the most stunning and diverse states in the country.
Scan to watch the podcast and read the interview.
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DON’T SWEAT THE SUMMER HEAT.
DayTRIPPIN'
Escape the heat with Day Trippin’, your guide to scenic drives, cool mountain air, and hidden gems in Northern Arizona.
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From towering clouds to distant rumbles, find out what's in store for 2025's summer storms.
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Savor the flavors of Culinary Corner! Discover top local BBQ joints, sizzling foodie tips, and mouthwatering recipes from area chefs— smoked, grilled, or gourmet, it's all here and delicious!
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