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Wickenburg & Prescott: A Summer of 2022 Adventure

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Lobby at Hassayampa Inn

Ms. Karen and I had not been anywhere of note in ages, mostly because of the pandemic, but more recently because of the summer heat and to celebrate Ms. Karen’s birthday. So, we decided to venture up to Northern Arizona, to cooler climates, Wickenburg and Prescott, in August 2022. Why … Continue reading

Fall Vacation: Cottonwood, Fort Verde & the Verde Canyon Railroad

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In early October, 2021, Ms. Karen and I made a quick vacation trip to Central Arizona above Phoenix. Our purpose for the trip was to ride the Verde Canyon Railroad. It was a four-hour drive to Cottonwood for our first night where we stayed at the Iron Horse Inn, in … Continue reading

Tucson To Bisbee To Dragoon – A Scenic, Historic Backroad Adventure

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For me, the most interesting backroads are those that traverse scenic countryside, of course. But more so, I look for many points of interest, usually historic sites, along the way. I hate long, monotonous drives. I appreciate local, esoteric histories. This means that I tend to meander, stop and chat with … Continue reading

More Scenic Drives, Back Roads in Southern Arizona

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ruins

I was inspired a few weeks back when someone wrote to tell us that she loved our backcountry stories and was trying to save them for when she comes to visit. So I decided to compile another list of great drives we have enjoyed over our years in Southern Arizona. … Continue reading

Road Trip: Huachuca Mountains Loop

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Having posted a video of the fall colors in the Huachucas, Jim and I decided to take a drive. After being mostly homebound for several months, our plan to circle the Huachucas seemed daunting. We decided to head to Carr House in Carr Canyon and assess the 6+ hour trip … Continue reading

From Paradise Az to the Wonderland of Rocks: A 3-Day Road Trip!

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Cave Creek Canyon

Our perfect 3-Day Road Trip started in Tucson and headed east to (A) Willcox. From there we continued on I-10 over the AZ-New Mexico border to NM Hwy 80. Then south to Rodeo, NM where we visited the Chiricahua Desert Museum. Leaving Rodeo, we continued south on 80 to (B) … Continue reading

Aravaipa Canyon East: A Pictorial

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Hiking in Aravaipa Canyon

While exploring the Aravaipa Canyon from the east entrance last February, we came across a cabin with the words “Guest House” painted on the sign. Welcoming words, indeed. After arriving back home we did some research and found that the Nature Conservancy rents it out. We vowed to return, stay in the cabin a couple of nights, and share the experience with friends.

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Patagonia Lake State Park

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Patagonia Lake Bridge from water

Many folks in Tucson don’t consider a day trip or overnight road trip to Patagonia and Patagonia Lake State Park because they think it’s too far.

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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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3 Great Southern Arizona Getaways & 3 Staycation Ideas For Tucson Locals

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San Pedro River

Two & three-day getaway mini-vacations for Tucson locals around Southern Arizona. Tucsonans know that 7 months out of the year we live in paradise. We seldom have a desire to leave town between October and April. So these recommended getaways & staycations are geared toward the hot summer months, May through September.

Southern Arizona mini-vacations are only a bit complicated because you folks in Sierra Vista may want to spend a few days in Tucson to see a play or concert or enjoy our terrific museums. By contrast, you Tucsonans may want a weekend in and near Sierra Vista to hike Ramsey Canyon or explore the San Pedro River Valley.

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Tucson
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Patagonia Lake State Park
9:00 am - 1:00 pm

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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Inspired by Plants: The Art and Science of the Campus Arboretum Florilegium

Tucson
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Inspired by Plants: The Art and Science of the Campus Arboretum Florilegium

Tucson
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Children’s Museum Oro Valley at Tohono Chul Park

Tohono Chul Park
11:00 am - 10:00 pm

CORBETT’S Grand Opening!

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Inspired by Plants: The Art and Science of the Campus Arboretum Florilegium

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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

JOGS Tucson Fall Gem & Jewelry Show

Tucson Expo Center
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Colors of the Stone – Fall Tucson Gem Show

Casino Del Sol
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Guided Bird Walk at Patagonia Lake State Park

Patagonia Lake State Park
9:00 am - 1:00 pm

Children’s Museum Oro Valley at Tohono Chul Park

Tohono Chul Park

JOGS Tucson Fall Gem & Jewelry Show

Tucson Expo Center
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Colors of the Stone – Fall Tucson Gem Show

Casino Del Sol
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Boat Tours at Patagonia Lake State Park

Patagonia Lake State Park
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San Pedro River Interpretive Walks

San Pedro House
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Children’s Museum Oro Valley at Tohono Chul Park

Tohono Chul Park

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

Tohono Chul Park

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Tucson Expo Center
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Guided Bird Walk at Patagonia Lake State Park

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

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New Tucson Multifamily Community, Cabana Bridges, Hosts Open House on September 6

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Children’s Museum Oro Valley at Tohono Chul Park

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Free First Thursday / Primer Jueves

Tucson Museum of Art and Historic Block
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Patagonia Lake State Park
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Children’s Museum Oro Valley at Tohono Chul Park

Tohono Chul Park
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BICAS Art Corner

Bicas Art Corner
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Taste of Fall

Apple Annies
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Gardening 101 at Blue Moon Gardens

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Environmental Operations Park
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Apple Annies
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Patagonia Lake State Park
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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

Tohono Chul Park
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4th Edition of Innovations and State of the Art in ALZHEIMER’S & DEMENTIA

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San Pedro River Bird Walks

San Pedro House
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Online: Vintage Native Arts Show

9:00 am - 1:00 pm

Children’s Museum Oro Valley at Tohono Chul Park

Tohono Chul Park
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4th Edition of Innovations and State of the Art in ALZHEIMER’S & DEMENTIA

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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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Online: Vintage Native Arts Show

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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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Boat Tours at Patagonia Lake State Park

Patagonia Lake State Park
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Bird Walks at the Sierra Vista Environmental Operations Park

Environmental Operations Park
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Apple Annies
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Boat Tours at Patagonia Lake State Park

Patagonia Lake State Park
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8:00 am - 9:00 am

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

Tohono Chul Park
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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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Cochise County Fair

Cochise County Fair Association
7:30 pm - 10:30 pm

Daughtry: Bare Bones Tour

Fox Tucson Theatre
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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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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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Tubac Center of the Arts
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My-Oh-My Apple Pie Weekend and Country Craft Fair

Apple Annies
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Apple Annies
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Tubac Center of the Arts
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My-Oh-My Apple Pie Weekend and Country Craft Fair

Apple Annies
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Apple Annies
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Fall Pumpkin Celebration

Apple Annies
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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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Fall Pumpkin Celebration

Apple Annies
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Fall Pumpkin Celebration

Apple Annies
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6th Annual Plein Air on the Santa Cruz Exhibit

Tubac Center of the Arts
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Fall Pumpkin Celebration

Apple Annies
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Fall Pumpkin Celebration

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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6th Annual Plein Air on the Santa Cruz Exhibit

Tubac Center of the Arts
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Fall Pumpkin Celebration

Apple Annies
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Fall Pumpkin Celebration

Apple Annies
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Fort Lowell Neighborhood Walking Tour

Fort Lowell Museum, 2900 N. Craycroft Rd, Tucson, AZ, 85712, United States
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6th Annual Plein Air on the Santa Cruz Exhibit

Tubac Center of the Arts
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Fall Pumpkin Celebration

Apple Annies
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Fall Pumpkin Celebration

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

Tohono Chul Park
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8:00 am - 9:00 am

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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Fall Pumpkin Celebration

Apple Annies
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Fall Pumpkin Celebration

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

Tohono Chul Park
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6th Annual Plein Air on the Santa Cruz Exhibit

Tubac Center of the Arts
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Cider Donut Festival

Apple Annies
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Apple Annies
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Fall Pumpkin Celebration

Apple Annies
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Fall Pumpkin Celebration

Apple Annies
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