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From Arizona State ParksFifty Years Of Showcasing ArizonaMany Events Appeal To RVers Arizona State Parks department presents the Arizona State 2007 Trails Conference in Prescott, Ariz., Oct. 4-6. Motorized and non-motorized trail enthusiasts and planners are invited to the conference. There will be multiple concurrent education sessions as well as fun social activities at a large camp facility where networking and building partnerships are encouraged. There will be opportunities to define trails management, issues and strategies for the future. Full registration — includes meals, lodging at camp (two nights), and conference: $95/per person. Day registration — includes meals and conference (lodging on own): $65/per person. For full details visit: http://www.azstateparks.gov/trailsconference.html or call Arizona State Parks at (602) 542-4174. For information about Arizona State Parks, call (602) 542-4174 (outside of the Phoenix metro area call toll-free (800) 285-3703) or visit www.azstateparks.com. Editor’s Note: Although all events will probably appeal to AZBW readers, those with an emphasis on fishing and boating are boldfaced below. Arizona State Parks presents these family friendly events from October through December, 2007. Western Outdoor News Bass Championship 125 boats weigh-in starts at 3pm. Visit www.wonbass.com or call (928) 855-2784. 13 - Oracle State Park 8th Annual Fiesta de las Calabazas Community Harvest Festival - ASP 50th Anniversary Event Event includes live music performances, local artisan vendors, food vendors, community art exhibit; also a pumpkin corral, educational programs and interactive nature art activities for kids. 10 a.m.-4 p.m., with live music continuing until 7 p.m. Visit www.calabazas.org or call (520) 896-2425. 13,14 - Fort Verde State Historic Park Fort Verde Days Celebration of the military that were stationed at Fort Verde during the Indian Wars Era (1865-1891), including living history presentations. 8 a.m.-5 p.m. (928) 567-3275 18 - Homolovi Ruins State Park Hopi Cultural Research Projects: A Review by Leigh Kuwanwisiwma The Hopi Tribe, Cultural Preservation Office has various research projects underway that help to interpret, document and protect Hopi culture. Director Leigh Kuwanwisiwma will provide a summary of the research projects in which the Hopi Tribe is engaged. 7 p.m. (928) 289-4106 20 - Lake Havasu State Park National Bass West Tourney 60 boats, weigh-in starts at 3 p.m. Visit www.nationalbasswest.com or call (928) 855-2784. 20-21 - Tombstone Courthouse State Historic Park Helldorado Antique Power Show Antique tractor engines on display and running and driving various farm or manufacturing implements. (520) 457-3311 20-21 - Tubac Presidio State Historic Park Juan Bautista de Anza Days Anza Days is an annual cultural event focusing on the impact of Spain on the region via the exchange of ideas and goods. The highlight of the event is the arrival on Sunday of Juan Bautista de Anza and his soldados as they begin their trek to establish the presidio at San Francisco. (520) 398-2252 27 - Picacho Peak State Park "I Hiked the Peak" Day - ASP 50th Anniversary Event Promoting hiking health benefits and safety, while recognizing the achievement of hiking to the top of Picacho Peak. 7 a.m.-1 p.m. (520) 466-3183 27 - Yuma Territorial Prison Haunted Tours Night time tours of Yuma's infamous Territorial Prison. (928) 783-4771 27 - Lake Havasu State Park Angler's Choice Bass Tourney 40 boats weigh-in starts at 3 p.m. Visit www.usanglerschoice.com or call (928) 855-2784. November TBA - Oracle State Park Wildlife Presentation Wildlife Rehabilitator, Kathie Schroeder, will give an educational wildlife presentation with a live bobcat. Kannally Ranch House living room. Space is limited, reservation required. For more information, call the park at (520) 896-2425. 3 - Riordan Mansion State Historic Park Vanished In The West: The 1956 Grand Canyon Air Disaster On June 30, 1956, two giant airliners filled with holiday travelers collided over and crashed into the Grand Canyon, killing 128 persons in what was then the world's worst commercial aviation disaster. Dan Driskill will examine how and why this tragedy occurred, and take a look at its victims, its long-term impact on aviation, and some of the enduring mysteries surrounding the crash. 7 p.m. Free. Reservations recommended. (928) 779-4395 3 - Lake Havasu State Park Western Outdoor News Bass Tourney 60 boats weigh-in starts at 3 p.m. Visit www.wonbass.com or call (928) 855-2784. 3 - Lake Havasu State Park London Bridge Days Brew-fest Adults Only-over 21 years old allowed into this chillin' and grillin' event. For more information, contact Jessica at (928) 453-3444 or visit www.golakehavasu.com. 3 - Alamo Lake State Park Night Under the Stars - ASP 50th Anniversary Event Experience the nighttime beauty of the park with an evening astronomy program. (928) 669-2088 4 - Red Rock State Park Anchors Aweigh: The U. S. Navy's World War II Port of Call at Flagstaff John Westerlund, a retired Army field artillery officer and teacher, will present. As World War II ran into 1943, the Arizona State Teacher's College officials in Flagstaff knew the college was in trouble. Keeping the school open was impossible and once closed could it ever reopen? Officials applied for any military program that might save the school. The infusion of government influence, money and men not only kept the institution alive but stimulated progress toward university status (NAU). This program is sponsored by the Arizona Humanities Council and the Benefactors of Red Rock State Park. Reservations recommended, seating limited. 2pm in the theatre. (928) 282-6907 9-11 - Lake Havasu State Park 21st Annual London Bridge Seaplane Classic Watch r/c controlled planes take off and land at Windsor 4 beach. Open to the public, no charge to watch this Family Fun Event. Visit www.deserthawksrc.com or call (928) 855-2784. 10 - Lake Havasu State Park National Bass West Tourney 60 boats, weigh-in starts at 3pm. Visit www.nationalbasswest.com or call (928) 855-2784. 10 - Boyce Thompson Arboretum State Park Live Music Festival Enjoy live music "both acoustic and eclectic" outdoors by Arizona musicians in several different gardens. Look for the first red and gold leaves of fall foliage and explore musical heritage as diverse as this season. 10 a.m.-3 p.m. (520) 689-2811 10, 11 - McFarland State Historic Park Veterans Day Celebration - ASP 50th Anniversary Event Come join the fun in celebrating State Parks 50th birthday with cake and lemonade. Learn about military history from the Revolutionary War to Desert Storm. Displays will consist of period uniforms, equipment, and live firing demonstrations. Big Band dance sponsored by American Legion on Saturday. (520) 868-5216 11 - Fort Verde State Historic Park Veterans Day Come join the local American Legion Post #93 - Bring your flags to be retired for the Flag Retirement Ceremony. 10am. (928) 567-3275 13 - Riordan Mansion State Historic Park Brown Bag Lunch Lecture "William Morris" presented by Sandra Lubarsky, PhD, NAU 12:15 p.m., Free. (928) 779-4395 17-18 - Lake Havasu State Park Western Outdoor News Tourney 150 boats weigh-in starts at 3 p.m. Visit www.wonbass.com or call (928) 855-2784. 24 - Lake Havasu State Park US Angler's Choice Bass Tourney 40 boats weigh-in starts at 3pm. Visit www.usanglerschoice.com or call (928) 855-2784. 24-25 - Boyce Thompson Arboretum State Park Fall Foliage Finale Festival Do you enjoy postcard-perfect autumn foliage? Bring family and visiting guests to the Arboretum's celebrated grove of 40-foot-tall Chinese Pistachio trees, with brilliant colors ranging from vivid red to pumpkin-orange and gold. Features entertainment beneath the trees, beauty of falling leaves, and spiced apple cider. 11 a.m.-3 p.m. (520) 689-2811 December 1-31-Riordan Mansion State Historic Park Holiday Tours Festively decorated with wreaths, garlands, greenery and a towering fir tree trimmed with old-fashioned ornaments. Guided tours include glimpses of folklore and traditions of Christmas, both past and present. Reservations recommended. Closed Christmas Day. (928) 779-4395 1- Riordan Mansion State Historic Park The Very Hard Way: Bert Loper and the Colorado River Brad Dimock has been a boatman on the Colorado River for more than three decades and tells the river's tales as only someone who has stood around a thousand campfires can. His newest work, The Very Hard Way, is the definitive work on Bert Loper and the world of river running in which he lived and died. By the time Loper died at his oars in a Grand Canyon rapid at 80, he had covered more rivers, run more boats, and known more rivermen than anyone. 7 p.m. Free. Reservations recommended. (928) 779-4395 1 - Oracle State Park 4th Annual Holiday Gift Fair The Fair will take place from 5-8 p.m. in the Gift Shop and living room of the Kannally Ranch House. Local artists will sell their crafts, books and edible gifts and Oracle musicians will add to the holiday spirit! (520) 896-2425 2 - Red Rock State Park Sedona Through Time Wayne Ranney, a geologist and educator, will present with emphasis on House Mountain, the Sedona volcano about which he wrote his Master's thesis. He became interested in earth history in 1975 while working at Phantom Ranch. Since then his life has revolved around the canyons, rivers and red rock stratigraphy found in the Southwest. He is an adjunct professor at Yavapai College and leads field trips throughout the SW. Reservations recommended, seating limited. 2 p.m. in the theatre. (928) 282-6907 8 - Oracle State Park Holiday Wreath-Making Workshop Make a decorative wreath using natural plant material gathered at the park. 1-4 p.m. at the Kannally Ranch House. Cost of the workshop is $10 including the park entrance fee. Space is limited, reservation required. (520) 896-2425 8 - Yuma Territorial Prison An Evening Encounter Speak to Yuma Prison inmates on a nighttime tour. Jilted Mae Woodman, 1st Inmate William Hall, Buckskin Frank Leslie, Pearl Hart and Phin Clanton. (928) 783-4771 11 - Riordan Mansion State Historic Park Christmas Music during the Riordan Years Erik Larson, Volunteer & Music Historian, Riordan Mansion State Park, will present this Brown Bag Lunch Lecture at 12:15 p.m. Free. (928) 779-4395 20-21 - Tombstone Courthouse State Historic Park Annual Lighting Luminarios Music and good cheer to ring in the holidays. Refreshments provided by Tombstone Restoration. (520) 457-3311 15 - Riordan Mansion State Historic Park Annual Christmas Party, Crafts, and Music - ASP 50th Anniversary Event Santa will be giving out candy and Mrs. Claus will read Christmas stories from 9-11a.m. There will be crafts, Christmas music, and hot cider and cake will be served. Listen to musical performances throughout the day. Free. 9 a.m.-4 p.m. (928) 779-4395 15 - Lake Havasu State Park US Angler's Choice Bass Tourney 40 boats weigh-in starts at 3 p.m. Visit www.usanglerschoice.com or call (928) 855-2784. 15-Jan. 5 - Fort Verde State Historic Park Victorian Christmas Fort Verde dresses up all homes with Victorian decorations of the late 1800s. Living history presentations. Contact Fort Verde staff for information on Victorian Ornament-making and wreath-making workshops. Additional fee applies for wreath-making workshop. (928) 567-3275 |
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