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was distributed at the Monthly Social Meeting. Just look for the "print the
flyer" icon next to the event.
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Adobe PDF Reader installed on your PC. If you don't already have it installed
you can download it from Adobe.
Google maps tip: Google
maps provide you with the ability to get driving directions from your door to our
event; all you have to do is select "Get Directions To Here" (you may need to click
the blue marker on campground maps).
More...
Weather tip:
In general the temperature drops 5 degrees for every 1,000 feet of elevation
change. Phoenix is 1,117 feet above sea level so a campground that is located
at 5,000 feet should be about 20 degrees cooler than Phoenix.
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that we're asking you to RSVP for the event. You can do that right here on the web
site. Just click the RSVP symbol and you will be taken to our RSVP page.
RSVP on the Web is very simple to use and this helps us
ensure that we have enough food and drink for everyone and at the same time controls
waste so we are able to keep the price of events as low as possible.
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Sunday Morning Hike
Every Sunday
9:00 am
Looking for something to do on a Sunday morning?
How about a hike? Meet your hike leader Jon Quinn at the trailhead at the Dreamy Draw Recreation Area (map).
This is the
exit off of Northern and SR-51 (head east on Northern). Jon will be at the pavilion at the end of the drive.
This morning hike was a favorite for years,
it's loosely organized and very relaxed. So get up and hike for a few hours--it
won't be strenuous, and it'll be a great opportunity to meet and make new friends.
If you have any questions, contact Jon at 602-234-2425.
There is no charge for this event!
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Monthly Social Meeting
Tuesday, May 6
7:00 pm
The Monthly Social Meeting is a great way to meet some
of our members and to get the 411 on upcoming events. The event leaders will be
there to answer any questions you may have. Everyone is welcome!
Click here
for more details on our monthly meetings
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Sunset Trail
Hike
Saturday, May 10
7:30 am
A Day-Hike on the North–Face
of Mount Elden
Flagstaff, Arizona
The Sunset Trail begins at about 7,200 feet on the north side of Mount Elden. The
trail will provide some opportunities for good views of the San Francisco Peaks.
Portions of the trail climb steeply up to the ridge to the top of Mount Elden. The
ridge is at approximately 9,000 feet. It is approximately 3.5 miles to get to the
ridge. The trail along the top of the ridge goes another mile and leads to a lookout
tower. At that location, you can see portions of Flagstaff below.
We break for lunch on the top of the mountain. Bring your lunch, plenty of water,
and good hiking shoes to navigate the trail. Don’t forget your sunscreen. The scenery
is good along the hike, so bring your camera.
Mount Elden is about 120 miles north of Phoenix Elevation change on the hike is
about 1,800 feet. The hike is about 9 +/- miles round trip. Those who want a shorter
hike can stop once we are at the top of the ridge and not go on to the lookout tower.
Then, the hike is only about 7 miles.
Access to the trail is from a forest service road. High clearance vehicles are recommended
to get to the trail head as about 4.5 miles of the road are gravel/rock. So we will
car pool from metro Phoenix to the trail head. Meet at the Home Depot store on the
northeast corner of Carefree Highway and I-17 (map).
It is just off the freeway exit on the north side of Carefree Highway in the shopping
center.
For more information contact Jim at 602-954-9139.
There is no charge for this event.
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Gross Indecency
Saturday, May 10
7:30 pm
Out Reach Theater (located on the north side of the Herberger)
222 East Monrow Street (3rd Street and Van Buren)
Phoenix, AZ (map)
“Gross Indecency: Three Trials of Oscar Wilde” is an intimate look at the trial
of the century that destroyed the most celebrated playwright of his time, Oscar
Wilde. Within three short months, Wilde went from the toast of the town, with two
smash hits (“The Importance of Being Earnest” and “An Ideal Husband”) playing to
packed houses, to complete humiliation and utter scorn. Using various texts, including
transcripts from the trial, newspaper accounts, personal letters, and biographies,
we see a provocative exploration of the issues of censorship, sexuality, and the
role of the artist in society: An absolutely gripping courtroom drama full of Wilde's
trademark wordplay and witticism.
Hans & I park in the Arizona Center parking garage located just N/E of the Theatre
& walk south through the Arizona Center to the theatre. If you would like to
join us before the play for dinner at My Big Fat Greek Restaurant in the Arizona
Center please let us know by May 6th.
Your trip leaders are Joe & Hans who can be reached at:
livetheatre@computercomprehension.com
Cost for this event
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Lake Havasu
Boat Access Camping
Thursday, May 15 - Monday, May 19
This May join Gilligan and
Skipper for a three-hour tour (last year’s was 120 hours) and some boat access camping
at Lake Havasu and shopping under the London Bridge (map). Gilligan will provide
transportation to Gilligan’s Island located right on cool, clear, refreshing Lake
Havasu. You should expect to be in a swimsuit and in the water all day. Gilligan
suggests a small tent or just sleep under the stars; the weather will be perfect
for sleeping outside. There are ramadas and vault toilets at the sites where we
will camp.
For details on all the activities see the flyer!
Pickup and drop off point is Site Six, 591 Beachcomber Blvd (see map).
Sign up, and you will be contacted by phone in early
May to finalize details. Be sure to leave your phone number because Cooper doesn’t
know how to work a computer. Call Cooper at 602-694-4797. He will answer “On-Site
Auto Alarms” or leave a message, and he will return your call.
Cost is $15 for members/$17
for guests (non-members), paid to the club to cover Saturday dinner and campsite
fees. There will be a $75 deposit for gas and weekend ice delivery upon boarding
the boat (cash or check). The total gas cost will be determined at the end of the
trip and divided equally amongst the passengers. There may be an additional charge
for gas or you may get some of your deposit back. Last year’s gas cost was $70 per
person. Bring your boat!
If you bring your own boat you will not be charged for
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Mount Lemon
Campout
Friday, May 23 - Monday, May 26
This is the one you’ve been
waiting for. Three beautiful days camping on Mt. Lemmon near 8000 ft. surrounded
by the cool pines above Tucson. A great way to beat the heat on Memorial Day weekend.
We’ve got the Whitetail Group Campsite No. 5 reserved
(map). The campsite is only a year
old and has a large ramada, electricity, water, grills and terraced tent sites along
the hill.
Getting to the campsite is a memorable trip up the Sky Island Scenic Byway,
a recently improved road, sometimes compared to a trip from Mexico to Canada because
of the changing vegetation from the desert floor to the fir tree forest above.
Great
hiking trails are nearby. An organized hike is planned for both Saturday and Sunday.
In addition there are many things to explore up on the mountain. The Mt. Lemmon
ski area operates its lift year-round. The Iron Door restaurant is open for lunch.
There’s the famous pie shop at Summerhaven only four miles up the road. Additionally
you will want to explore the Marshall Gulch Picnic Area and the Lemmon Summit Trailheads.
The campsite is quite spacious and optimized for tent camping which is strongly
recommended. Parking space is limited. The improved terraced sites are perfect for
tenting. This is the time to try that old tent again. We’ve been told that there
is room for four small campers. If you must use a camper, the spots will be reserved
on a first-come-first-paid basis. Do not bring a camper unless you have talked to
Doug.
A Saturday meal is planned for 5:00 PM and those wishing to come for the meal
only are welcome. We hope that people from Phoenix and Tucson will join us for the
hikes and meal.
Your hosts are Doug in
Phoenix and Peter in Tucson. For more information contact Doug in the Phoenix area
at 480.991.6513.
You can choose to stay 2 or 3 nights. 3 nights is $25 for members/$30 for guests
(non-members). 2 nights is $20 for members/$25 for guests (non-members). If you're
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Algodones Adventure
Saturday May 31
7:30 am ~ 9:00 pm
Join your Desert Adventures amigos for a day (barely) south of the border in Algodones,
Baja California, Mexico!
Here’s the scoop: we’ll meet
in the parking lot at 7:30 am for a light breakfast. We all get in a nice bus and
ride for three hours (one break included) until we get to Algodones, which is a
border town just west of Yuma, AZ. We walk across the border and are magically transformed
to a land where margaritas and “tchatchkies” (look it up) abound. You’re on your own to explore until
the bus leaves: promptly at 5:30 pm. We should be back in Phoenix by 9 pm.
This will be a very popular event, so send in your check early. As we have to pay
a lot of money for the bus, we cannot offer refunds. If you need to cancel after
paying we'll help you find someone to sell your ticket to.
ID requirements: The government
has pushed back the date that we switch to the "passports only" rule to June of
next year so you procrastinators have a reprive. In order to get back across the
border into the USA you will need either your passport or both your driver’s license
and your birth certificate. You really should go ahead and get a passport. They
are good for 15 years and they make domestic airline travel easier (you can scan
a passport at the self service terminals at the airport).
We'll meet the bus at the AZ Democratic Party Parking Lot
2910 North Central Ave in central Phoenix (map).
Of course you don't have to worry about the drive but here's a map of Algodones if you would like to check it out.
Any questions? Call Jeff at 623-780-1717 or 623-670-8909
This cost for this adventure is $35 for members, $40
for guests (non-members). This is a bargain! At today's gas prices most of you would
spend over $50 to drive this yourself! There are a limited number of tickets so send your check
in early!
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Feathered Dinosaurs
Saturday, June 7
Sign in starting at 10:45 am at the entrance on the west side
Arizona Museum of Natural History
53 North MacDonald
Mesa, AZ (map)
“Feathered Dinosaurs and the Origin of Flight” presents exciting evidence from remarkable
fossils discovered in China that are bringing new answers to the on-going debate
about the relationship between dinosaurs and birds, as well as how they evolved
the ability to fly. The exhibit is a rare opportunity to see firsthand a collection
of 35 fossils that are national treasures on loan from the People’s Republic of
China. These fossils reveal a new understanding of how birds are related to dinosaurs.
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on display are many life-size recreations that demonstrate startling changes
in how dinosaurs have been portrayed over the years.
At 80,000-square-feet, the Mesa Southwest Museum is recognized as one of the largest
“dinosaur” museums in the Southwest. Visitors to the Mesa Southwest Museum experience
an incredible journey through Prehistoric Arizona that begins with the formation
of the solar system itself. Other attractions include the awe-inspiring three-story
Dinosaur Mountain, Dinosaur Hall, Walk through Time, Native Peoples gallery, Hall
of Mesoamerican cultures, a Spanish mission replica, Territorial Jail Cells, Arizona
and the Movies, and turn-of-the-century Mesa.
After the museum we are
meeting for lunch at The Landmark Restaurant so why not join us for both events!
Your trip leaders are Joe and Hans who can be reached at:
JonesGroot@computercomprehension.com
Cost for this event is $6 for members $8 for guests (non-members) and your
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Lunch At The
Landmark
Saturday, June 7
Sign in starting at 12:45 pm outside of the east entrance
Landmark Restaurant
809 West Main Street
Mesa, AZ (map)
History comes alive from this vintage location. The distinctive gable roofed building
which houses the Landmark Restaurant today began its life in 1908 as a Mormon Church.
Extension Road, the street that flanks the building's east side, had an open canal.
Large cottonwood trees grew on each side of the canal with branches touching in
the middle. It was a favorite swimming spot for children in the summer. Your trip
fee entitles you to infinite visits to The Landmark’s famous Salad Room, where you
will be awestruck at the selection. There are over 80 items to choose from including
quail eggs, hearts of palm, & pickled watermelon. Click
here to take a virtual tour! Also included in the trip fee are tax, tip
and a drink (tea, coffee or soda).
Hans and I will be leading the Feathered Dinosaurs & the Origin of Flight
trip at the Mesa Museum of Natural History that morning (see previous event). Why
not join us for both events!
Your trip leaders are Joe and Hans who can be reached at:
Lunch@computercomprehension.com.
Cost for this event is $16 for members $18 for guests (non-members) and your
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Bisbee Pride
Friday, June 13 - Sunday, June 15
Click here for more information.
This is not a DA event but we like to keep our members
informed about the big events around the state!
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Summer Members' Party
Saturday, June 14
6 pm - 10 pm
Jeff and Michael's Ranchette
34050 N 10th St Phoenix, AZ 85085
623-780-1717
(map)
Just a half an hour’s drive north of central Phoenix, but a world away!
Spend a relaxing evening with Jeff and Michael at their ranchette catching up with
old friends and making some new ones as well.Swim in the large heated pool, breathe
in fresh air, view clear skies, and take in the peace of the north valley.If there
are clouds that evening, we’ll have a good sunset—which should be around 7pm.
Bring your own favorite pool toy or float and enjoy the view of heavenly bodies
while enjoying music and good conversation. Grilled hotdogs, hamburgers, and veggie
burgers will be served. Please bring a side dish, a towel, and don’t forget your
swimsuit (not everyone wants to see your everything!). We’ll also provide soft drinks
and beer—and a few surprises.
We’ve always had a good turnout. We guarantee that no one will go hungryor thirsty.
Getting There: From Central Phoenix
drive north to Carefree Highway on the I-17. At Carefree Highway, go east approximately
4 1/2 miles. 10th Street is the first street after the traffic light at 7th Street--it
will be just past the big strip mall. At 10th Street turn right (going south). Our
house is approximately 1/4 mile from where you turn, toward the hill. You will see
the driveway; it will be well marked. Parking will be available at my place and
the neighbors just to the north. From either Scottsdale Road or Cave Creek Road
turn left (heading west) on Carefree Highway until you get to 10th Street. Watch
the street numbers (there will be a few) decrease, and 10th Street will be just
past a restaurant on the left and a small strip mall on the right. Go south (toward
the hill) until you see the driveway. You will see the driveway; it will be well
marked. Parking will be available at my place and the neighbors just to the north.
The cost for this event is
Free for members, $10 for guests (non-members). Please
RSVP on the Web for this event!
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Sharp Creek
Campout
Friday, June 20 - Sunday, June 22
Join us for a cool getaway in the TONTO National Forest.
The campground is located 26 miles northeast of Payson on Highway 260, just after
Christopher Creek (map).
Group site has a large ramada and fire pit with cooking grills. Bathrooms are clean,
pit toilets, no showers are available. Water is located on site. Tenters will be
able to camp under the large ponderosa trees.
If you have any questions you can call Diane at 480-497-6820.
Dinner Saturday night: All campers
are asked to bring something to grill for themselves and a side dish to share. Desserts,
paper goods, and charcoal to light the grill will be provided.
If you pay by June 10th the cost for this adventure is $10 for members, $15
for guests (non-members). After that date the price increases by $5. The Saturday
dinner is only $5.00 per person. Do not arrive before 2 pm
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Flagstaff Pride in the Pines
Friday, June 20 - Sunday, June 22
Click here for more information.
This is not a DA event but we like to keep our members
informed about the big events around the state!
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Bobbytron’s
- Laser Tag
Saturday, June 28
12:00 Noon
It’s a Bird? It’s a Florist? It’s a? Oh!... It’s Bobbytron Laser Tag “Dude”! Come
In Out Of The Heat and be a part of some laughter and smiles with a great bunch
of people whom you already know and new ones yet to be discovered!
Join Desert Adventures and your hosts Bobby and Alberto in Mesa, Arizona at Stratum
Laser Tag for some laser tagging fun on June 28th, 2008! Stratum Lasertag is the
World's Largest Technotainment Laser Tag Arena and Entertainment Center. It
is an incredible facility featuring design work from EME Entertainment Design, creators
of Caesars Palace Forum Shops and Moving Statues, the Earthquake Dam Ride at Universal
Studios, Universal Studios in Japan, as well as many other prominent entertainment
designs nationally and internationally recognized. Stratum's 18,000 square foot
full-service entertainment facility includes a 13,000 square foot laser tag arena
with 15 different levels 2' to 20' in height, 90 towers, bridges, & ramps equipped
with 60 vests & phasers. The lasertag arena features a state of the art sound
system and amazing light show complete with theatrical lighting, strobe lights,
black lights and more! We also have The Black Hole Time Travel Simulator. The laser
tag arena is filled with the 3-D artwork of the country's foremost arena artist
as well. Stratum Laser Tag is a true entertainment destination!
To get a proper reservation count, please pre-pay by June 14th, 2008. Anyone deciding
to join us after this date will need approval by calling (Bobby at 480-580-2381.
Getting There: Stratum Laser
Tag is located at 1455 South Stapley Drive in Mesa, Arizona (map).
You can check them out at www.stratumhq.com.
They have food, drinks and other snacks including...
• Home made pizza with fresh toppings such as cheese, pepperoni, sausage, olives,
etc.
• Nachos, churros, soft pretzels, & other assorted snacks
• Pepsi, Slush Puppies, Gatorade, & Energy Drinks
• Breyer's, Good Humor, & Klondike Ice Cream
The cost for this event is $19 (for 4 games) and must be paid by June 14th (see
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San Diego Pride
Saturday, July 19 - Sunday, July 20
Click here for more information.
This is not a DA event but we like to keep our members
informed about the big events in our favorite getaways!
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Reynolds Creek Campout
Thursday, August 7 - Sunday, August 11
Nature just isn't the same when Bobby is hosting his yearly campout event. Even
the wild has prepared themselves with nature sound scape downloaded on their iPods
So Come Get Your Creek On!
Reynolds Creek Campground is located 22 miles North of Junction 188 & 288. Elevation
is 5,200 feet. The campground is northwest of Globe & directly north of Roosevelt
Lake. There are hiking trails along the creek & throughout wooded areas. Picturesque
waterfall & water pools nearby to relax in or next to. The area is very densely
forested with many different varieties of trees. The group campground is fenced
in with a gate in the front, picnic areas, a large fire pit & individual fire
pits at each site although fire restrictions are unknown at this time. So plan accordingly.
Remember to bring food, plenty of drinking water, hiking gear & firewood. Because
it will be monsoon season bring raingear (i.e. disposable rain jackets, tarps etc)
• Quiet time at 12:00 am
• Ear plugs will be provided
• Well behaved pets welcome
• Vault toilets are available
• There is no water
The group site will be marked with a Desert Adventures sign. Check in time is 2:00
pm on Thursday August 7th and Check out time is Monday August 11th at 1:00 pm.
Please bring an appetizer to share as we will gather for appetizers on Saturday
at 5:00pm. However, the traditional dinner and cocktails will not be provided
so please plan accordingly.
Getting There
(map):
Nearest commercial services are 19 miles north in Young (gas, ice, food, telephone,
ice cream, and the Antlers Café) or back in Globe Claypool and Miami (all services)
Directions; Take the Superstition Freeway (60), east through Florence Junction,
Superior, Miami and Claypool. Turn north (left), on State Highway 88 (the signs
will say 188). There is a Wal-Mart, Safeway and several gas stations on the right
before the turnoff. Near mm 229 is the turnoff for Young, State Highway 288. Turn
right onto 288 & follow the signs to Young. At mm 262½ you will cross a bridge
over the Salt River. At mm 284 you will pass the Workman Creek turnoff. At mm 285
you will cross the Honey Creek Divide. At mm 286 there will be a sign for Young:
20 miles ahead. The Reynolds Creek Group Site is just ahead. Look for the Reynolds
Creek Group Site sign on the left the sign on the right that shows Young 19
miles ahead.
Contact: Bob or Alberto 480-580-2381 - 480-760-5853 for more information
The cost of camping is $15 per member and $20 for guests
(non-members). You must prepay by the July Social Meeting (Tuesday, July 1st). See
below for mail in payment information.
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Mingus Mountain Campout/Verde Valley "Full Moon" Twilight Train Ride
Thursday, August 14 - Monday, August 18
Your trip leaders Joe and Hans have arranged a relaxing weekend campout that includes
a ride through the mountains on the Verde Valley train. You can choose to camp,
ride the train, join us for the Saturday night dinner or a combination of these
things!
The Playground Group Site (map) is located in the pines at 7,500 feet atop Mingus Mountain
in the Prescott National Forest. The site is shaded by sycamore & located near
many trails. The site has tables, grills, trash dumpster, vault toilet, and fenced
in BUT DOES NOT HAVE WATER.
Plan to arrive anytime after 1 pm on Thursday, August 14th. The gate will be locked
before that time. Drive in and pick a place to camp. Our campsite is near Jerome,
Sedona, and Prescott Valley. Check out time on Monday is 11 am.
Dinner will be served on Saturday at 5 pm and will feature pulled-pork popkins.
We gather around the eating area at 4 pm for appetizers. Please bring an appetizer
to share. Desserts are provided. Coffee and pastries will be served every morning,
starting at 6 am.
On Friday, August 15, the Starlight Train Ride adventurers will leave camp at 3:45 pm to arrive at the
Verde Canyon Railroad in Clarkdale at 4:30 pm. The Depot features the Copper Spike
Café. The train boards at 5:15 pm & departs at 5:30 pm, returning to the depot
at 9:30 pm. More details can be found on the Starlight Tour Train Ride flyer (map).
Directions: Take the I-17 Freeway
north to Cordes Junction, approximately 47 miles north from the junction of 101
and I-17. At Cordes Junction, take exit 262, which is SR-69. Continue driving northwest
on SR-69 passing by/through Mayer, Poland Junction, Meadow, and Humboldt. Just before
Dewey, you will see SR-169, but Stay On SR-69 2.4 miles past SR-169, turn right
onto Prescott Country Club Blvd / Fain Rd. This becomes Fain Rd., which you will
follow north until you reach SR-89A (see map on back). Drive about 13 miles, and
turn right onto FR-104 (there is a 7023 elevation sign on your left). Drive for
approximately 1.5 miles to the entrance to the Playground Group Site on the left
(map).
How to participate: Send your
check or money order made out to Desert Adventures to P.O. Box 2008, Phoenix, AZ
85001, or bring your payment to the next social meeting. If sending your payment,
be sure to include a note letting us know how many will be attending, their full
names, and exactly what you are paying for (camping, the train ride, dinner only,
etc).
Your trip leaders will once again be Mountain Men Joe and Hans who can be reached
at: Mingus@computercomprehension.com
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Nunsense
Saturday, August 23
Sign in starting at 12:15 pm
Arizona Broadway Theatre
7701 West Paradise Lane
Peoria AZ (map)
This event is sold out!
The Little Sisters of Hoboken operate Mount St. Helen's School in Hoboken, New Jersey.
Originally founded as a missionary order, they started out running a leper colony
on an island south of France. Forced to leave the island when they lost control
to a group of Protestant competitors, they returned to Hoboken. They went unnoticed
until one day their cook, Sister Julia -- Child of God, unwittingly served some
tainted vichyssoise soup, and 52 sisters died of botulism. Fortunately, a few of
the sisters were off playing bingo with some Maryknolls and were spared. Upon discovering
the disaster, Mother Superior had a vision -- it was either Saint Catherine of Siena
or Saint Thomas Aquinas in drag (she's not sure) -- in which she was told to start
a greeting card company to raise funds for the burials of the 52. The greeting cards
were an enormous success, and thinking there was plenty of money, Reverend Mother
bought a VCR for the convent. When she realized there was only enough money left
to bury 48, she decided to stage a talent show to raise the money to bury the last
four sisters, who were put on ice in the convent deep freeze.
Price includes dinner, tea or coffee, show, and tax. Other drinks, dessert,
and gratuity are extra. The menu changes for each show and will be available for
viewing closer to show date at
http://www.azbroadwaytheatre.com/menu.html.
Your trip leaders are Joe & Hans who can be reached at:
LiveTheatre@computercomprehension.com
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Grand Canyon Campout
Thursday, Sept 4 - Sunday, Sept 7
Mather Group Campground (map)
Join Desert Adventures, and your host Papa Joe, as we make our annual car camping
trek to the South Rim of the Grand Canyon ! This is the perfect weekend to see the
canyon! It's AFTER the summer vacation season so we avoid the crowds yet the weather
is still great! We will be staying in the Mather Group Campground which has all
the expected comforts of a typically well maintained National Park Campground (and
is just a short walk away from the canyon rim).
Car Camping - What to bring:
You will need a tent, ground cloth, sleeping bag, and an air mattress/foam pad.
Should you plan on preparing most of your own meals, you will need a gas stove,
cooking pans and utensils. There are charcoal grills at the campsite, and you may
bring your own charcoal to grill your favorite culinary masterpiece. Safe drinking
water is approximately 100 feet from the campsite, so be sure to bring a water container.
Babbitt's, a large grocery and department store, is located nearby for all those
forgotten items. If all else fails, there are many restaurants on the South Rim
to match all budgets and tastes. Since we will be car camping, it is OK to take
all the comforts of home with you, but keep in mind there are no electrical hookups
in the Mather camping area so do not bother to bring every electrical gadget you
own. There is, however, electricity in the restrooms and shower areas. And please...LEAVE
YOUR PETS AT HOME.
Final RSVP, payment (or refund) will be Tuesday, September 2nd, at the DA Monthly
Social Meeting. Please remit all mail reservations and payments to our Post Office
box (checks should be made payable to Desert Adventures).
Cost for members: 3 nights is $35 or 2 nights is $30
Cost for guests (non-members): 3 nights is $45 or 2 nights is $40
If you are only joining us for the Saturday Dinner the cost for that is $10
The National Park Fee for entrance into the park is $25 per car (which is good for
7 days) or take advantage of your National Park Pass
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Bryce Canyon
Campout
Thursday, Sept 18 - Monday, Sept 22
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Reynold's Creek
Campout
Thursday, Sept 25 - Monday, Sept 29
Join us for the annual Joe & Hans’ Relaxing Reynolds Creek Campout. Things are
pretty hot in the Valley so head up to the Salome and Sierra Ancha Wilderness located
in the Tonto National Forest. We will be at 5200 feet amidst the lovely Sycamore
and Ponderosa pines.
You can arrive anytime after 1pm on Thursday, September 25th. The gate will be locked
before that time. Drive in, and pick a site. There are several trails in the area
including one along Workman's Creek to view the 250-foot waterfall; access to the
bottom of the falls is possible.
On Saturday, dinner will be served at 5 pm and will feature extra-lean burgers and
grilled chicken. We gather around the eating area at 4 pm for appetizers. Please
bring an appetizer to share.
After 1pm on Thursday, the gate will be closed and appear locked, but it is
not locked. Please close the gate once you drive through. There are
vault toilets and large picnic tables at the main area. There is no water so plan
accordingly. Remember to bring food, drinking water, hiking gear, and firewood.
Getting There
(map):
Nearest commercial services are 19 miles north in Young (gas, ice, food, telephone,
ice cream, and the Antlers Café) or back in Globe Claypool and Miami (all services)
Directions; Take the Superstition Freeway (60), east through Florence Junction,
Superior, Miami and Claypool. Turn north (left), on State Highway 88 (the signs
will say 188). There is a Wal-Mart, Safeway and several gas stations on the right
before the turnoff. Near mm 229 is the turnoff for Young, State Highway 288. Turn
right onto 288 & follow the signs to Young. At mm 262½ you will cross a bridge
over the Salt River. At mm 284 you will pass the Workman Creek turnoff. At mm 285
you will cross the Honey Creek Divide. At mm 286 there will be a sign for Young:
20 miles ahead. The Reynolds Creek Group Site is just ahead. Look for the Reynolds
Creek Group Site sign on the left the sign on the right that shows Young 19
miles ahead.
Cost for camping is $20
for members, $30 for guests (non-members). The cost for the Saturday night dinner
(and for anyone who is not camping) is $5 for members, $7 for guests (non-members).
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Rainbows
Festival
Saturday, Oct 4 and Sunday, Oct 5
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This is not a DA event but we like to keep our members
informed about the big events around town!
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Tucson Pride
Saturday, October 11 (date subject to change)
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This is not a DA event but we like to keep our members
informed about the big events around the state!
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Palm Springs Pride
Saturday, Nov 1 - Sunday, Nov 2 (date subject to change)
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This is not a DA event but we like to keep our members
informed about the big events in our favorite getaways!
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Death Valley
Campout
Thursday, Nov 13 - Sunday, Nov 16
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Queen Creek
Olive Mill Tour
Saturday, Dec 13
Sign in starting at 10 am
Tour Arizona's only working olive farm & mill. On the tour, you will learn about
their products & farm, their unique olive tree varieties, see how Extra Virgin
Olive Oil is made, the different classes of Olive Oil, the health benefits of Extra
Virgin Olive Oil, and taste flavored olive oils, stuffed olives, & tapenades,
(a Provençal dish consisting of finely chopped olives, capers, & olive oil).
Christmas is just 12 days later, so shop for unique gifts & local foods. The
Olive Mill’s unique gift boxes are perfect for those hard to shop for. The Queen
Creek Olive Mill is the only producer of Arizona Extra Virgin Olive Oil & is
used by top chefs in Arizona, so your gift will be uniquely Arizonan.
When you purchase a bottle of Queen Creek Olive Mill olive oil, you are literally
buying one of the best olive oils in the world. Their olive grove in Queen Creek
is at the base of the San Tan Mountains in an area known for its fertile soil. In
the Gila River flood plains, this region is famous for its high quality fruits and
vegetables. The combination of long sunny days and cool desert nights provide the
ideal growing conditions for their trees.
After the tour, join us for al fresco dining in the grove. We will have lunch at
The Olive Mill’s del Piero Mediterranean cafe & dine in their new olive grove.
Shaded patio seating is also available. This is a no-host lunch.
The Queen Creek Olive Mill is located at 25062 S. Meridian Road in Queen Creek (map).
If you get lost, call 480-888-9290. Allow 1-hour travel time from central Phoenix.
Your trip leaders are Joe and Hans and they can be reached at
QCOMTour@ComputerComprehension.com.
Cost for this event is $6 for members $8 for guests (non-members). A group tour
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your check or money order made out to Desert Adventures to P.O. Box 2008,
Phoenix, AZ 85001-2008 or bring your payment to the next Social Meeting. If
mailing
your payment be sure to include a short note letting us know how many will be
attending, their full names, a contact number and what event the payment is for. |
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Attendance sheets? Clicking the icon will allow you to print as many sheets as you need! Don't forget to
photo copy the filled in sheets after the event (one copy goes to the activities
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Monthly Social Meeting
First Tuesday of the month
7:00 pm
The Monthly Social Meeting is a great way to meet some
of our members and to get the 411 on upcoming events. The event leaders will be
there to answer any questions you may have. Everyone is welcome!
Please note: The first Tuesday in January
is the 1st and since nobody will be in the mood for a meeting that day we've decided
to move the social meeting back one week to Tuesday, January 8th. This meeting will
include our infamous post holidays White Elephant Gift Exchange!
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for more details on our monthly meetings
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