Julie Pendergast walks through the scenic beauty of Happy Jack, enjoying the stately old growth ponderosa pines, gnarly oak trees and abundance of wildlife including red tail hawks, hummingbirds, deer, elk and squirrels. As the manager of Happy Jack Lodge & RV, located on Lake Mary Road between Mormon Lake and Clints Well, Pendergast calls out to recreationists by name and asks about their spouses and grandchildren. “People love it here,” she said. “Many store their RVs and enjoy the cool … [Read more...] about Happy Jack Lodge Answering Recreation Demand, Easing Forest Impacts
TOPS Encourages Weight-Loss Members
Hoping to see less of you,” may not be the kindest way to bid adieu, but for most of the members of Taking Off Pounds Successfully (TOPS Club, Inc.), it’s the hope and goal of this national non-profit hands-on approach to weight loss program. TOPS has been helping and supporting members for more than 70 years. Recently, Northern Arizona held their annual TOPS Fall Rally in Prescott. “We had members from all our nine chapters,” said TOPS Northern Arizona Advocate Mary L. Sylvester. “Payson, … [Read more...] about TOPS Encourages Weight-Loss Members
Honoring our Values, Living a Life of Thanksgiving
After spending a day in the open spaces of Babbitt Ranches with mission-driven engineers, technicians, geologists, journalists and visionaries from organizations such as NASA, JAXA (Japan Aerospace Exploration Agency), the U.S. Geological Survey and Babbitt Ranches, I found myself energized, joyful, inspired and grateful to be in this bubble of positive intelligence focused on propelling the human race forward in cooperation and doing so with a land use ethic. In this pop-up aerospace village … [Read more...] about Honoring our Values, Living a Life of Thanksgiving
To Buy or Not to Buy?
Many folks who have wanted to buy a home over the last couple of years or so chose to wait until the heated market cooled down and for prices to come down to earth. The good news is, prices have softened somewhat, but the bad news is, interest rates are much higher. Let’s assume that you could have purchased your dream home in 2020 for $650,000 with 20% down and that you could have financed the balance with a 30-year, 3% mortgage. Your payment would have been $2,398.53 per month. Let’s also … [Read more...] about To Buy or Not to Buy?
Scenic Granite Dells Acreage Added to Open Space
After decades of negotiation, the City of Prescott closed escrow on 302 acres of the Storm Ranch property, which adds to the iconic Granite Dells area on the northeast edge of the city. The land, valued at $8,461,808, closed escrow on Oct 5. City officials praised the purchase of the additional land. In an exclusive statement to the Quad Cities Business News, Prescott Mayor Phil Goode said, “The city’s purchase of the 300-plus acres was an important step in the city’s ongoing effort to … [Read more...] about Scenic Granite Dells Acreage Added to Open Space
Eaglet Success on Babbitt Ranches Provides Evidence that Conservation Measures Work
Following unprecedented action taken by Babbitt Ranches, the Arizona State Land Department and the Arizona Game and Fish Department to protect a two-mile radius around a golden eagle nest, wildlife biologists report double success. Twin eaglets have been observed by a helicopter crew in what has become known as the SP Crater Golden Eagle Conservation Complex north of Flagstaff. “This is very exciting,” said Kenneth “Tuk” Jacobson, AZGFD raptor management coordinator. “Seeing that the pair … [Read more...] about Eaglet Success on Babbitt Ranches Provides Evidence that Conservation Measures Work
Blazin’ M Ranch Offering Holiday Hoedown
Crisp fall days and evenings illuminated by bright moons of harvest season make fall holiday celebrations especially memorable in the greater Verde Valley. Adding to the magic of the season is the Blazin’ M Ranch in Cottonwood, where actors are delivering the “Holiday Hoedown” from Nov. 29 through Dec.30. “It will be an unforgettable holiday experience,” said owner Ryan Glass, who promises to have the appealing Western Fronter town in full service, including a saloon, shops, wagon rides, … [Read more...] about Blazin’ M Ranch Offering Holiday Hoedown
Your Guide to Creating a Memorable Holiday Gathering
Participating in a gathering full of joyous memories is one of life’s gratifications. Being able to dream, plan and create a gathering is a gift with a side of satisfaction! People savor the welcoming, inviting and comforting memories made during the holiday season. So, what can a person do to take an average holiday party and elevate it to a memorable holiday gathering for the books? Here are some tips and areas to focus your planning thoughts on: Make it Impactful Before diving into the … [Read more...] about Your Guide to Creating a Memorable Holiday Gathering
Exploring the Lyric Hearing Aid
The Lyric is a hearing aid that is housed inside the ear canal for extended periods of time. No need to change a battery or put the hearing aid in a recharging device at night. All you need to do is go to your audiologist and ask to try a pair of them for free! Discreet Amplification The most amazing benefit of wearing the Lyric is that you are a “normal” person. You do not have to be careful with your hearing aids around the house so the dog or cat does not eat them when you take them … [Read more...] about Exploring the Lyric Hearing Aid
Prescott Food Forest Finds a Home in Chino Valley
It is an honor and a pleasure to share my thoughts and perspective on living a healthy life with you. I am passionate about living a long and healthy life; hence, my nickname, “Your Make 100 Healthy Guy.” As the founder of the Make 100 Healthy Foundation, I am always exploring best practices for nutrition, exercise and an overall sense of well-being. With that in mind, I am leading a Gardening Education Program to teach people how to grow food. We just needed a home. We were blessed with an … [Read more...] about Prescott Food Forest Finds a Home in Chino Valley