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Category Archives: Benson Area

Cochise and the Battles of Dragoon Springs and Apache Pass

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Painting of the Battle of Apache Pass by Joe Beler

Part II – This is the second in a series on the great Chiricahua Chief, Cochise, and his part in the fascinating history of Southern Arizona. For the First Part in the series, Please see the post on Cochise Becomes a “Reservation Indian”. Confederate Soldiers Occupy Tucson In February 1862, … Continue reading

Bringing the Mescal Movie Set Back to Life

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Mark at Mescal

Mescal, Arizona, for those of you unfamiliar with the name, was a part of Old Tucson Studios until the pandemic hit the fan. In its heyday, Mescal was known as the scene for several decent westerns, including scenes from the movie, Judge Roy Bean, Tom Horn, and Tombstone, which is … Continue reading

Double R Guest Ranch: A Place for Horseback Riding Enthusiasts

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Double R Fire Pit

If you are looking for the perfect Horseback Riding experience that takes you away from it all, out to the country, you will find it at the Double R Guest Ranch. This is the Old West, largely untouched since the days of Cochise and Geronimo. Ron Sirota called me one … Continue reading

Endeavor Gallery, Benson AZ: Stop, Take a Look

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We occasionally ask guest writers to pen their experiences in Southern Arizona. In this article, RJ Brenner finds a gem of a gallery; the Endeavor Gallery in Benson, AZ. Benson, AZ – A whistle blasted behind me. I jumped and instinctively tightened my grip on the steering wheel. Not a … Continue reading

From Gammons Gulch To Donkey Rescue!

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Jay Gammon by old Car

Ms. Karen, Ms. Rosemary & I traveled an hour east of Tucson one pleasant November Sunday to Gammons Gulch, a Western movie town built by Jay & Joanne Gammons. They are no longer open to the public. You must call ahead and arrange a tour. Good luck. The following is … Continue reading

Mescal AZ: A Pictorial

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Mescal Saloon

I had been waiting months to return to Mesca AZl and photograph the old western movie set with dramatic monsoon clouds.

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Cascabel Community Fair and Oasis Sanctuary – A Slideshow

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Ms. Karen “discovered” the Cascabel Community Fair and thought we should attend and include it on our Southern Arizona Guide events calendar. I, not paying much attention, assumed that Cascabel is a small town serving a farming / ranching area north of Benson. I mean, “Cascabel’ is on the map. … Continue reading

The Amerind Museum: A Picnic, Western Art, and American Indian Artifacts

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Ms. Karen (left), Judy, & Neighbor Roy prepare our picnic in Texas Canyon.

One of the features on Southern Arizona Guide is The Best Picnic Areas In Southern Arizona. Last Sunday, we “discovered” yet another one near the top of Carr Canyon. And yesterday we enjoyed an old favorite among the boulders of Texas Canyon. One reason this is a favorite picnic spot is the Amerind is […]

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Muleshoe Ranch Preserve: Great Southern Arizona Bird Watching

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Muleshoe Ranch, a preserve of the Nature Conservancy, is one of the five best conservation areas for bird watching in Southern Arizona. Over 200 species of birds either live here year-round or pause here along the streams on their seasonal migration.

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Kartchner Caverns Review

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If you have the time, on your way from Tucson to Tombstone and Bisbee, stop at Kartchner Caverns State Park for a guided tour. Very worthwhile but you will need reservations.

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JOGS Tucson Fall Gem & Jewelry Show

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Colors of the Stone – Fall Tucson Gem Show

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Guided Bird Walk at Patagonia Lake State Park

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Mainly Murals Walking Tour

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Risas Dental and Braces Offers Free Dental Care at 12th Annual Labor of Love Event

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Children’s Museum Oro Valley at Tohono Chul Park

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Tohono Chul Park
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Turquoise Trail Walking Tour

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Apple Annies
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Guided Bird Walk at Patagonia Lake State Park

Patagonia Lake State Park
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Children’s Museum Oro Valley at Tohono Chul Park

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San Pedro River Bird Walks

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Children’s Museum Oro Valley at Tohono Chul Park

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Children’s Museum Oro Valley at Tohono Chul Park

Tohono Chul Park
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Guided Bird Walk at Patagonia Lake State Park

Patagonia Lake State Park
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Santa Cruz River History Tour

Presidio San Agustín del Tucson Museum
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Children’s Museum Oro Valley at Tohono Chul Park

Tohono Chul Park
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Apple Annies
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Patagonia Lake State Park
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Environmental Operations Park
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Armory Park Walking Tour

Presidio San Agustín del Tucson Museum
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Patagonia Lake State Park
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Walking the Wall of the Original Presidio Walking Tour

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Tohono Chul Park
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Cochise County Fair

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Daughtry: Bare Bones Tour

Fox Tucson Theatre
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Patagonia Lake State Park
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Tubac Center of the Arts
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Children’s Museum Oro Valley at Tohono Chul Park

Tohono Chul Park
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Cochise County Fair

Cochise County Fair Association
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Free National Park Days in 2023

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Tubac Center of the Arts
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Apple Annies
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Tubac Center of the Arts
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Apple Annies
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Apple Annies
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Tubac Center of the Arts
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Fall Pumpkin Celebration

Apple Annies
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Apple Annies
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Children’s Museum Oro Valley at Tohono Chul Park

Tohono Chul Park
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San Pedro River Bird Walks

San Pedro House
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Fort Lowell Neighborhood Walking Tour

Fort Lowell Museum
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6th Annual Plein Air on the Santa Cruz Exhibit

Tubac Center of the Arts
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Apple Annies
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Apple Annies
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Tubac Center of the Arts
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Apple Annies
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Apple Annies
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Tohono Chul Park
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Guided Bird Walk at Patagonia Lake State Park

Patagonia Lake State Park
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6th Annual Plein Air on the Santa Cruz Exhibit

Tubac Center of the Arts
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Apple Annies
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Apple Annies
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Apple Annies
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