Phoenix TV and Radio

Phoenix TV and Radio

Today, viewers have so many television stations to choose from when holding the clicker. Many times you want to know what is going on in the Metro Phoenix area. The following is a list of the local television stations.

KTVK (independent) Channel 3

KPHO (CBS) Channel 5

KAET (PBS) Channel 8

KSAZ (FOX) Channel 10

KPNX (NBC) Channel 12

KNXV (ABC) Channel 15

KTVW (Spanish) Channel 33

KUPT (Untied Paramount Network) Channel 45
there are numerous radio stations in the Metro Phoenix area. Listeners have lots of choices from talk radio to contemporary Spanish. The following is a very short list of the stations available.

KNIX (102.5 FM) Country

KMLE (107.9 FM) Country

KMVP (860 AM) Sports

KTAR (620 AM) News/Talk/Sports

KFYI (910 AM) News/Talk

KUPD (97.9 FM) Modern Rock

KOY (550 AM) Adult Standards

KKLT (98.7 FM) Adult Contemporary

KLNX (103.5 FM) Contemporary Spanish

KESZ (99.9 FM) Adult Contemporary

KFNN (1510 AM) Business/Financial News

Phoenix Government

Phoenix Government

Phoenix adopted a commission form of government in 1913. This is long before any other city had thought about using this typ of method of city government, as most had never imagined any system other than the long-established mayor leadership system. The city of Phoenix is managed by a city council consisting of a mayor and eight city council members. The mayor is elected in an “at large (or election open to the public) election.

The winning candidate is elected to serve a four year term. City council members are elected to four-year terms by voters as well, but each councilperson is voted for by, and to represent, each of the eight separate city districts. The mayor and city council members have equal voting power to make laws and set the policies that govern the city.

In addition to eight voting districts, the city is also divided into 15 “urban villages.” The reason for this is to help in making local laws and regulations that are in tune with the needs of the local residents. Having smaller areas that can express their needs and wants is intended to let people have their say at a level closer to the neighborhood residents

These urban villages (Five of the villages: North Mountain Village, Alhambra Village, Encanto Village, Camelback East Village, and Central City Village, are included in Central Phoenix.) are: Ahwatukee Foothills, Alhambra, Camelback East, Central City, Deer Valley, Desert Ridge, Desert View, Encanto, Estrella, Laveen, Maryvale, North Gateway, North Mountain, Paradise Valley (not to be confused with the town of Paradise Valley), South Mountain, as well as a fifteenth which is as of yet unnamed (created in 2004 and currently called, “New Village.”). The fifteenth is sparsely populated and new development is not expected any time in the near future.

All of these villages are unique and have special characteristics. Visit any of these five villages and the differences in history and personality will become immediately apparent to even the most casual observer. Phoenix is in the center of Arizona and it has a little of everything. Discover Phoenix, discover a unique part of America’s heritage.

Education (Schools and Learning)

Public education in the city of Phoenix is provided by 30 school districts.

The principal institution of higher education in the area is nationally renowned Arizona State University (ASU). ASU’s main campus is located in Tempe, but ASU is a large university with large satellite campuses in Phoenix and Mesa aw well. ASU is currently one of the largest public universities in the U.S., with a 2004 enrollment of 57,543.

The University of Phoenix is also headquartered in, you guessed it, Phoenix! This is the nation’s largest private, for-profit university. It reports an enrollment of well over 130,000 students in campuses throughout the United States and the world. (Foreign campus locations include Puerto Rico, Canada, Mexico, and the Netherlands.)

There is also an extensive network of community colleges throughout the valley. These ten community colleges and two skills centers are sprinkled across Maricopa County in order to provide adult education and job training to the widest possible cross-section of scholars.

Phoenix Trivia (Facts or Fiction?)

Here are some interesting “facts” about the Phoenix area. The following list, though intended to be authentic, has not been updated to insure currency and those interested in verifying the items on the list are invited to do so!

Phoenix is not only a city in Arizona, it is also a city in New York, Maryland and Oregon.

* It is illegal to hunt camels in the State of Arizona.

* Arizona once had a navy consisting of two boats on the Colorado River. They were used to prevent California from encroaching on Arizona territory.

* The name Arizona comes from the Indian “Arizonac” which means “little spring”.
* Phoenix averages 211 days of sunshine per year.
* South Mountain Park covers more than 20,000 acres, making it the largest city park in the world.
* A saguaro cactus will take between 50 and 100 years to grow an arm. The saguaro cactus flower is the official state flower of Arizona.
* There are 11.2 million acres of National Forest in Arizona and one fourth of the state is forested. The largest forest is comprised of Ponderosa Pine.
* The largest freshwater striped bass caught in Arizona was at Bullhead City. It weighed 59 lbs. 12 oz.
* In the City of Glendale it is illegal for a car to back up.
* Someone who lives in Arizona is referred to as either an “Arizonan” or an “Arizonian”.

Geography and Climate

Geography and Climate

The heart of the City of Phoenix, and what many would say might be at the very heart of the state, is called Phoenix Arizona Home Central Phoenix. Phoenix is surrounded by a ring of mountains, and therefore finds itself located in a valley. As this valley, blessed by almost year-round constant sunshine, is called The Valley of the Sun, so is Phoenix, the jewel that sits at the center of this valley, often referred to as The Valley of the Sun.

The exact location of Phoenix, in latitude and longitude, is 33 degrees 31′42″ north and 112 degrees 4′35″ west. This puts it at about the same latitude that would be on an east-west line going from west to east through Long Beach, CA, Shreveport, LA, and Savanna, GA. Phoenix sits in the center of Phoenix Valley, also frequently referred to as the “Valley of the Sun”.

It is easy to imagine the in-state location of Phoenix by just thinking of a place right in the middle of the state of Arizona. The elevation of Phoenix is 1,117 feet above sea level and it is in the heart of the beautiful Sonora Desert.

A major feature of Phoenix is the Salt River. The Salt River is important in the history and development of the city, and of the state. But the Salt River is also an important part of the landscape. The Salt River flows westward through the city of Phoenix; the riverbed is normally dry except when excess runoff forces the release of water from the dams upriver.

The city of Tempe has built two inflatable dams in the Salt River bed to create a year-round recreational lake. The Tempe Town Lake is surrounded by lavish living accommodations and a number of recreation and nightspots to meet the plan of creating a luxurious resort location.

But aside from this man-made lake the city and surrounding places are mostly made up of land. The city officially has an area of 475.1 square miles. You can see how important water is to the area when you consider that of all this space only 0.05 percent of it is made up of water.

The majestic mountain ranges that enclose, ring and protect the city include Camelback Mountain to the east, Piestewa Peak (Formerly known as Squaw Peak and renamed to commemorate a brave Native American member of our military who fell in the line of duty with U.S. Armed Forces fighting for freedom in Iraq) in the northeast, and South Mountain, appropriately enough, in the south. Completing the enclosure and a bit further away, are the White Tank Mountains.

These mountains, rising spectacularly above the mostly level desert plains, form a breathtaking background for this jewel of a city amidst the desert.

But the Phoenix area itself is not simply a flat plain with no character to its terrain. Within the city are the Phoenix Mountains and South Mountains. These mountains not only add to the scenic beauty of the valley, they are also ideal locations to participate in local recreation.

Phoenix has a very dry and hot climate, with little change during the year. Clear blue skies are typical on most days, and Phoenix boasts nearly 300 sunny days per year on average. The temperature reaches or exceeds 100 degrees on about 89 days during the year.

The hottest times are the days from early June through early September. To get an idea of how hot it can get there record temperature was set on June 26, 1990, when it reached an all-time high of 122 degrees! (The lowest temperature ever recorded in Phoenix was 16 degrees on January 7, 1913.)

The dry Arizona air makes the hot temperatures easier to withstand early in the season. But the resident must be aware of the August monsoon season. At this time Phoenix can get nearly as humid as it gets in the Southeastern United States.

The normal annual rainfall is 8.29 inches and rain is particularly scarce from April through June. Although thunderstorms occur on occasion during every month of the year, they are most common during the monsoon season from July to mid-September.

Snow is extremely rare in the area. Most of the snowfall occurs north at the higher elevations around Flagstaff with snowfall in Phoenix noted. When it snows in Phoenix it goes in the record books!

Historic Phoenix

Forward toward the future

Arrival of the railroad in 1887 was the first of several important events that revolutionized the economy of Phoenix. The coming of the railroad in the 1880s caused more growth as travel to, and through, Phoenix was made easier. Merchandise now flowed into the city by rail instead of wagon.

Phoenix became a trade center with its products reaching eastern and western markets Commercial traffic from east to west also saw the growth of the hospitality industry and of other businesses that catered to the needs caused by increased traffic.. In recognition of the increased tempo of economic life, the Phoenix Chamber of Commerce was organized.

Two years later Phoenix became the territorial capital. When the construction of the Roosevelt Dam was completed the town’s growth increased. This is because the dam guaranteed a reliable supply of fresh water to support the additional demand caused by the increase in population and farm irrigation.

In 1902, President Theodore Roosevelt signed the National Reclamation Act making it possible to build dams on western streams for reclamation purposes. Valley of the Sun residents were quick to supplement this federal action by organizing the Salt River Valley Waters Users’ Association to assure proper management of the precious water supply and to this day it serves as the major agency for controlling the use of irrigation water in the Valley.

In 1911, the Theodore Roosevelt Dam, was built to create the Roosevelt Lake. At the time this dam was the largest masonry dam project in the world and it created expanded irrigation of land in the Valley for farming, and increased the water supply for the steadily growing population.\

Statehood and beyond

President William Howard Taft approved Arizona’s statehood in 1912. This made Phoenix the official state capital.

Shortly after statehood Phoenix changed its form of government from mayor-council variety to a council-manager system. This form of administration was revolutionary at the time and has been duplicated by many cities in the United States since then.

In 1924, President Calvin Coolidge sold 13,000 acres of South Mountain to the city of Phoenix for $17,000 so that the city reached its present size of 16,500 acres. In fact, South Mountain Park, which hosts over 3 million visitors each year, is the largest metropolitan park in the world today.

However, gradually the city and state became known for more than just climate. The “Five C’s” (climate, citrus, copper, cotton and cattle) soon became the mainstays of the city and state. But it wasn’t until the outbreak of World War II that Phoenix really began to grow. Arizona ’s ideal weather was perfect for air flight. Soon military airfields and the defense industry headed to Phoenix to set up shop.

The war caused Phoenix from a farming focus to manufacturing and distribution center. Phoenix had the work force and the land needed to set up plants for creating a military buildup and that is what happened. The 1940’s saw Phoenix rapidly turn into an industrial city with mass production of military supplies.

Luke Field, Williams Field and Falcon Field, coupled with the giant ground-training center at Hyder, west of Phoenix, brought thousands of new recruits into Phoenix.

In 1950, 105,000 people lived within the city limits and thousands more lived in adjacent communities and depended upon Phoenix for their livelihoods. The city had 148 miles of paved streets and 163 miles of unpaved streets for a total of 311 miles of streets within the city limits.

After the war, families headed west to start a new beginning. Then air-conditioning became standard, which made the desert summers bearable. Today tourism has become a leading industry.

Phoenix has been selected four times since 1950 as an All-America City. This is a privileged distinction among big cities. To be an All-America City judging criteria includes the extent to which a city’s private citizens are involved in city government.

Thousands of Phoenix citizens have served on various city committees, boards and commissions to assure that major decisions are in the best interest of the people.

In 1993, Phoenix was selected as the “Best Run City in the World”, also known as the Carl Bertelsmann Prize, by the Bertelsmann Foundation of Germany. Phoenix is in a very select class of city recipients of this noble honor.

During the 1950’s Phoenix reached its city size of 17 square miles. Current development is pushing rapidly beyond the geographic boundaries to the north and west, south through Pinal County towards Tucson, and beginning to surround the large Salt River and Gila River reservations.

Considered by many at one time as a small western town mostly thought of as a stop along the way to either of the coasts the city developed from a place with the unique reputation as a healthy haven for those suffering from the symptoms of chronic asthma to a world-class city.

Pleasant Present

Phoenix’s municipal motto is “Vision, and values cascading into the future.” The vision for Phoenix is of a city on the rise. The numbers suggest a city that is growing in every important area and the trends do not give any hint of a change in direction. Phoenix has much to offer for anyone, and whatever you are looking for you can be sure that you will be able to find it here.

Phoenix has a personality that is as varied and complex as those of its residents. There is a vibrant and exciting nightlife, but this is in contrast to the large number of quiet residential neighborhoods where those who prefer a more steady-paced lifestyle live. Finally, this is a good saying for a city whose growth is cascading by leaps and bounds so that the rate is among the fastest of any large city in America.

But in spite of all this sprawling growth Phoenix has been nationally recognized as “One of the Best Managed Cities” in the United States. This has been accomplished by hard work and attention to details. This recognition is the reward for a responsive and caring city administration; one that has had to adapt constantly to new and different demands that appear quickly and that impact many people at once.

Like most large cities, Phoenix is not just a large, faceless mass, but is subdivided into a series of smaller units. Similar to the way New York is broken down into boroughs Phoenix can be separated into 15 distinct neighborhoods or villages. Every major city has to be divided into sampler units for the sake of effective management. Service providers have to be able to respond knowledgeably and quickly and only by knowing an area, when the city is as large as Phoenix, can this be done effectively.

Phoenix Attractions

Introduction To Phoenix Arizona

The Valley of the Sun, which is what the people call Phoenix these days, was not always the large, modern metropolitan area we see today. Today cars line the streets and people dash about for business and recreation as Sky Harbor sees a steady stream of passengers coming to, or going through, Phoenix from all over the world! Yes, the Phoenix of today is an emerging city, growing into the promise of a bright future for those who live, work and play here.

The natural landscape provides the nature-lover with rare chances to enjoy countryside like no other they will ever find anywhere else in the world! Camelback Mountain and Squaw Peak are both not only landmarks, they are famous hiking spots as well And if you ever have the chance to hike these popular mountains’ ways you will likely meet other friendly hikers, like yourself, who could not resist the natural wonder of the area.

Less hiked, but no less beautiful are Estrella Mountain and South Mountain, which is a 12-mile wide chain of mountains divides the valley from the Sonora desert to the south. Mc Dowell Mountain is a mountain preserve at the north of the valley and the Superstition Mountains in the east. All of these mountains provide a spectacular scenic beauty for the valley.

Located in Maricopa County and the capital of Arizona, Phoenix is the center of almost everything in Arizona- population, government, industry, finance, business, agriculture, fine arts, sports and much, much more.

Now this sparkling image of modern city life is not how things always were and there is a long and exciting history steeped in the lore of the legends of the legendary Old West. What you think of when you think of the western way of life with its rough-and-tumble way of life and hardy individualism is how western life was when Phoenix was young.

Phoenix, during the early days, as a small farming town. In fact, the images that come to mind from those oh-so-long-ago days are probably images of places, real or not, patterned after real-live cities and towns in the vast Arizona desert.

Phoenix

Phoenix is the state capitol of Arizona, and was incorporated as a city in, 1881. Phoenix is located in central Arizona in the southwestern United States, 118 miles northwest of Tucson. It is Arizona’s largest city and largest metropolitan area by population. It is also the county seat of Maricopa County and the principal city of the Phoenix metropolitan area. Phoenix is appropriately called Hoozdo, or “the place is hot”, in the Navajo language.

The City of Phoenix’s population is over 1.3 million and this makes Phoenix the largest capital city by population in the United States. Phoenix is the sixth largest city in the United States and it is also the third largest capital city by area in the U.S.

The 2000 U.S. Census reported the Phoenix Metropolitan Statistical Area (MSA) as the fourteenth largest in the U.S., with a population of 3,251,876. The city’s MSA grew in population to an estimated 3,790,000 in 2004. From 1990 and 2000, the city area grew by 34 percent. This makes it the eighth fastest growing metropolitan area in the U.S.

Just as the mountains surround the valley, so there are a number of cities that surround Central Phoenix. In every direction there are a variety of cities and towns, and each has it’s own unique history and character. The City of Scottsdale is to the east, the towns of Cave Creek and Carefree to the north, City of Glendale to the west. Then there is “Arizona’s Golden Corridor”. This is an area that is made up of several cities and towns that winds gradually southward down toward the direction of Tucson.

The closeness to so many other interesting of interest give Phoenix residents a special advantage Central Phoenix dwellers are literally within minutes of most cities and towns located in the Valley of Sun.

So how did this glittering city by the lake get started? And what could life have been like in those early days?

Sister Cities

Calgary (Alberta, Canada)

Catania (Italy)

Chengdu (China)

Ennis (Ireland)

Grenoble (Rhone-Alpes, France)

Hermosillo (Sonora, Mexico)

Himeji (Japan)

Prague (Czech Republic)

Ramat-Gan (Israel)

Taipei (Taiwan)

Interesting Places

Arizona Biltmore

Arizona Historical Society Museum

Arizona Science Center, designed by Antoine Predock

Arizona Veterans Memorial Coliseum at the Arizona State Fairgrounds

Bank One Center the tallest building in the state of Arizona

Boyce Thompson Arboretum State Park

Burton Barr Central Library, designed by Will Bruder

Camelback Mountain

Castles N’ Coasters amusement park

Desert Botanical Garden

Encanto Park

Fleischer Museum

Hall of Flame

Heard Museum

Hotel San Carlos

Mystery Castle

Papago Park

Phoenix Art Museum

Phoenix Mountains Park and Recreation Area

Phoenix Museum of History

Phoenix Zoo

Pueblo Grande Museum and Cultural Park

Scottsdale Museum of Contemporary Art

St. Mary’s Basilica:Tovrea Castle

South Mountain Park.

Symphony Hall for the Phoenix Symphony at the Phoenix Civic Plaza

Taliesin West and Gammage Auditorium

Wrigley Mansion

Major Sports Clubs

Club and Sport

Arizona Cardinals Football

Arizona Diamondbacks Baseball

Phoenix Suns Basketball

Phoenix Mercury Basketball Women’s National Basketball Association

Phoenix Coyotes Ice Hockey
Phoenix Area Entertainment Venues

Now that you have decided on an exciting event to attend, it is time to figure out where the event is located. The following is a list of Phoenix entertainment venues that include the name of the venue and its address. With this information at your fingertips, you will be on your way. You might also discover that this list of Phoenix Arizona entertainment spots might spark an interest in attending other terrific events.

A Tour of the City Of Phoenix

A Tour of the City Of Phoenix

Downtown

There has been lot of building, restoration and renovation to the downtown area. Examples of the vast amount of development that have been going on are the US Airways Center (formerly America West Arena) and Chase Field (formerly Bank One Ballpark) and the very many coffeehouses, restaurants, nightclubs and shopping areas appearing with increasing frequency. The popular Arizona Center continues to attract people to the downtown area for shopping during the day as well as for the vibrant nightlife. Many new restaurants have done well by offering first-rate food, fun and service, some using the themes of Phoenix’s early history to add extra charm and uniqueness to the dining experience. Downtown attractions include a variety of events and activities supported by public and private sponsors. There are also many parks and squares to walk, the Arizona Science Center, art and history museums and the public library to visit.

West Phoenix (Growth and Oppoprtunity)

The inner neighborhoods include many reasonably priced homes. Much of the residential building here is recent and took place no later than the 1970s. Shoppers in the west are catered to by a variety of large malls and pavilions that promise not only great selection and price, but also provide free open-air entertainment like concerts and other attractions.

The west side continues to grow outward at an amazing rate. Visit charming Historic Downtown Glendale and see how life was in the area in days gone by. Antique vendors tempt visitors with their hidden treasures and the area affords a variety of shopping and diverse dining choices.

Cardinals Stadium is currently under construction in Glendale. The Fiesta Bowl is moving to the stadium in 2007 and the 2008 Superbowl (XLII) is slated to be held at Cardinal Stadium.

South Phoenix (Economy and Scenerey)

This area features a lot of inexpensive housing. There is also a lot of commercial activity going on here. But for older adults and urban professionals there is the gated community of Ahwatukee that provides upscale apartments.

Visitors are advised to take the South Mountain Park Scenic Drive while in this area. The beautiful sunsets that are the pride of Arizona and best enjoyed from a desert wilderness vantage point are seen so clearly from these mountains. An impressive shopping mall is located just across the freeway so that area residents can choose from an assortment of goods located very near to where they live.

Northwest (History and Recreation)

Out beyond Peoria and Glendale are the communities of Sun City, Sun City West, Youngtown, and Surprise. The Sun Cities and Youngtown are largely retirement communities and provide full-service to take care of the needs of resident retirees.

But while development is springing up all over the area is also remarkable for its natural beauty. Hikers will enjoy the White Tank Mountain Regional Park. These areas provide some of the best hiking and sight-seeing to be found anywhere.

East Side (Expansion and Diversity)

Nestled again Phoenix on the east is the town of Paradise Valley. Found to the Northeast of Phoenix, this area is popular with middleclass and wealthy residents. South of Paradise Valley is the neighborhood of Arcadia. Unlike most of Phoenix, Arcadia is filled with more mature landscape and citrus trees.

Just to the east of Paradise Valley is the well-known City of Scottsdale.. The people who live there like to call it “The West’s Most Western Town.” Scottsdale housing and living is expensive as the area is made to serve those who are the wealthiest Phoenix residents.

Tempe, located south of Scottsdale, is primarily a college town. It is the home of Arizona State University and the Sun Devils. Local festivals, gatherings and a long list of other special events are extremely popular in this area. Arizona State University is at the hub of this area.

Continuing further to the east is Mesa, Chandler and Gilbert. The City of Chandler remained largely an agricultural community until the 1970’s, when there was a big increase in settlement. Much of this area houses young families and middle-class professionals in traditional styled housing developments.

Phoenix History

Phoenix: History

The native people who it is believed first settled in this area, The Hohokam Indians, are believed to have settled in this area over 2,000 years ago. The Hohokams are a people shrouded in mystery and they got their name from the Piman Indian word for “the people who have gone”. These settlers came, stayed then disappeared from the valley a long time ago. We know something about them because they left behind some amazing proof of their civilization.

From the blistering plain they used their engineering skills and imagination to make it possible to grow some crops in the desert. They did this by digging a series of ditches that allowed them to bring sufficient amounts of water to some areas about the valley so that they could plant their corn and other crops there.

These ditches were built along the Salt River so that those waters could be diverted to agricultural use. The skill and ability of the Indians as planners, builders and farmers is proven to us today by scholars and archeologists who have studied the area and the people who lived there long ago. Relics tell us today that these communities along the Salt River flourished for nearly 1,500 years.

Then the trail suddenly vanishes! What, if anything, happened is still not clear to us today. Theories are many as to what could have happened.

Some guess that a prolonged drought may have led to crop failures that finally forced the tribe to move away from the area, or even may have killed them. Some disease that we know nothing about today could also have caused this civilization to die off and disappear. Or perhaps the Hohokam Indians are simply the ancestors of the modern Pima Indians who now live on the Salt River and Gila River reservations and the Tohono O’odham who live in southern Arizona.

Any one of these theories, or a combination of these ideas, could explain the mystery. But all that is known to those who are experts in this area is that the trail of evidence grows cold at about 1459 A.D. and that the hot, dust-swept plains are still and silent as to exactly what happened to the ancient civilization that once thrived there,

Probably the first western man to venture into what is now Arizona was Spanish conquistador Francisco Vasquez de Coronado to in 1540. The Spanish were drawn to the New World in their zeal to spread Christianity and in their search for glory and riches. Their adventures saw them travel to what are now South America, Mexico, and the United States, and all along their way these conquistadores kept hearing tales of never-to-be found riches. Later Coronado led a legion of explorers further northward as far as Kansas but they found nothing that remotely resembled a mystical city of gold either.

It is widely believed that John Y.T. Smith was the first white settler to arrive n the area. Strong and sturdy, he chose the site to start cutting hay because of the remains of the canal ditches left behind by the Hohokam Indians.

After Smith had gotten used to life in the valley and found that the valley had ample bounty for anyone willing to put in the hard work and time to reap its rewards he invited his friends to come out west and see if they didn’t feel the way he did about the area

Now I invite you to join me in turning the clock back a little bit. In fact, let’s turn it all the way back to, let’s say, 1867. Here we are standing alone on a vast and unsettled desert plain. Don’t waste your time looking for any of the landmarks and places of interest that we take for granted today: Bank One Ballpark, America West Arena, Herberger Theater, Phoenix Symphony Hall, Phoenix Art Museum, Phoenix Science Center, or the Convention Center, Arizona State University, The Biltmore- they’re not here yet!

Look around you and you will see little, outside some historic places that have remained with us to this very day, which you will be able to recognize! No busy city streets swelling with traffic, no sounds of powerful jet engines from the jet aircraft overhead – in fact, no paved roads at all!

The Phoenix area in 1867 may strike you as a little confusing! Just where is the Sheriff? Are there any outlaws on the loose and roaming the countryside? And just how does a six-shooter work, anyway?

Then you happen to see a man headed in your general direction, and, needing some quick information you hurry over to talk to him. In a rush you introduce your self and then begin with a flood of questions.

The man straightens up, looks you square in the eye, and then, with a good-natured smile says “You’re new to these parts, aren’t you?” The man’s easy manner and friendliness are disarming and you follow along as he strolls toward the local feed store. He introduces himself, “My name is Jack Swilling, how do you do?”

You have just befriended one of the important figures in the founding of Phoenix. You see, Mr. Swilling was an engineer of sorts, and he founded a digging and building firm that began bringing water to the Phoenix from the Salt River.

Jack Swilling was from Wickenburg, Virginia. He was a friend of Smith’s and decided to take the invitation and go out west and see if he might not want to “set up stakes” here in what was later to become Phoenix. .

Mr. Swilling made the long and dangerous trek across the country, finally arriving here safe and sound. When Jack Swilling got to the foot of the north slopes of the White Tank Mountains he may have taken a moment to rest and look around. He would have seen the vast Salt River Valley stretching out before him.

As he bent down to sample the dusty earth that he stood on his farming knowledge would tell him that there was a chance for life here. He would see farmland that didn’t have a lot of rocks and that had a long and warm growing season. He was very impressed with the area and, like so many who would follow in his adventurous footsteps; he fell in love with the valley and decided to settle here.

By 1868, he had convinced some friends from Wickenburg to join him out west. He told them of what he had seen and of the great promise that the area held for those brave enough to meet the tough physical challenges of the untamed west. Mr. Swilling must have been convincing because a band of brave settles did leave from the east to join Mr. Swilling in Arizona. When these folks arrived they began to carry out their plan to make the vast stretches of land they saw before them good for farming. So this band of settlers made a canal from the Salt River and settled in a small farming community approximately four miles east of the present city. And it worked. And they stayed.

It is hard to imagine now because when you look around you, you can see plants, trees, and even flowers all around you. But before there was a way to bring water into the valley there was no life here except for native desert life.

You can still get a pretty good idea of what the area looked like in the days before the large amount of settlers brought prosperity to the region by traveling just a short way beyond the valley. You will note that before too long the trappings of big-city life will quickly disappear, vanishing into an expanse of rolling desert sparsely populated by cactus and stark in its natural straight-forwardness

Phoenix Names

The Bird (Legend of the Phoenix)

In fact, this is the story of how Phoenix got the name. But the story of the Phoenix, rising from the desert plain, is not a new story, and the idea behind the Phoenix, which suits the city so well, has a varied cultural history.

Ancient Egyptian legend from 5,000 years ago tells us of a magnificent and wonderful bird called the Phoenix. This heron-like bird stood for the beginning of life and of the Egyptian civilization.

The Arabian Phoenix was believed to build itself a funeral pyre before death then set itself ablaze to rise again 3 days later. Other cultures have similar stories. Many travelers get their first look of Phoenix at Sky Harbor. Arrivals to Phoenix will see a huge mural that spans a major section of the terminal wall and depicts the legendary bird emerging, triumphant, from among the ashes!

And this is how the city got the name; it is a major city rising from the heated desert plain- just like that mythical bird from ancient times rose from the ashes to give new life to where there had been none. Congratulations, then, to all those from then up now who have worked so hard to turn what was once a barren desert area into a gleaming city devoted to offering its residents the best of modern life.

How Phoenix Got Its Name

The place where this little settlement was located was first named Swilling’s Mill after Jack Swilling, the founder. Later, the name would change to Hellinwg Mill, Mill City, and then East Phoenix. Swilling wanted to name it Stonewall, after the famous Civil War General Stonewall Jackson. Others wanted to call this area, close to where Arizona State University now sits, Salina.

It is widely believed that Darrell Duppa, an educated Englishman recommended the name Phoenix. It is accepted that the reason he chose this name was because, just as the mythical Phoenix rose from its ashes to spread its mighty wings and fly again, so had the place where the mysterious Hohokams built their marvelous canal system, get a new lease-on-life. The name stuck.

At first, Phoenix was part of Yavapai County. But in 1868 it was officially recognized as its own town. What’s more, later that year Phoenix got its own post office with Jack Swilling acting as postmaster.

The area was surveyed in 1870 to select a suitable piece of unimproved public land for a town site and in 1871 the territorial legislature created Maricopa County, the county in which Phoenix is located. The first county election in Maricopa County was held in 1871, when Tom Barnum was elected the first sheriff of Maricopa County.

The first public school in Phoenix opened on September 5, 1872, in the courtroom of the county building. By October 1873, a small adobe school building was completed on Center Street (now Central Avenue) a short distance north of where the San Carlos Hotel now stands. Miss Nellie Shaver, of Wisconsin, was appointed as the first female schoolteacher in Phoenix.

In 1874 none other than President Grant issued a land patent for the present site of Phoenix. The total cost of the Phoenix Town site of 320 acres was $550, including all expenses for legal fees, surveying and other services.

At this time cotton became a main crop in the valley. This brought in labor, both migrant and permanent, and the township brew as its cash crop spurred a need for labor.

Phoenix Transportation

Transportation (Getting around, Getting About)

Sky Harbor International Airport is located in the metro area near the intersections of I-10, I-17, US 60, and State Routes 51 and Loop 202. It is a southwestern hub for traffic by air and a center for all air travelers continuing further west or going to the east. It is the fifth largest airport in America. The airport serves more than 100 cities and carries more than 36 million people a year. The airport serves domestic and international customers with a number of major carriers.

The Williams Gateway Airport, an Air Force Base in Mesa recently converted to civilian use, also serves the area’s commercial air traffic. The conversion is an attempt to relieve Sky Harbor of some of the airport’s traffic and to carry passengers to local destinations.

Smaller airports that primarily handle private and corporate jets include the Scottsdale Municipal Airport in Scottsdale and the Falcon Field Airport in Mesa.

Public transportation throughout the metropolitan area is served by Valley Metro bus service that operates a series of buses and ride-share options. Valley Metro is currently building Valley Metro Rail, a light rail project. Several cities have expressed interest in commuter rail on existing railway lines and there are a series of proposals under consideration.

The road system in Phoenix is relatively new. This means that it has been laid out in a grid system so that most roads travel either north to south or east to west. I-10, called the Maricopa and Papago Freeways, starts all the way in Los Angeles and comes east through downtown Phoenix where it continues southeast towards Tucson.

I-17, known as the Black Canyon Freeway, begins in downtown Phoenix and travels north to Flagstaff. US 60, the Superstition Freeway, also travels through the center of the city, going to the northwest through the suburbs of Glendale, Peoria, and Surprise. It also exits to the east of downtown and continuing through Tempe, Mesa, Chandler, Gilbert, and Apache Junction. State Route Loop 101, named the Agua Fria, Price, and Pima Freeways along parts of its route, is also a major highway that forms a semicircle around the northern suburbs of the city. This ring starts from I-10 in the west and goes around to I-10, by way of State Route Loop 202, in the southeast.

But the rapid growth of the city has seen the need for even more access to, and about, the city. Phoenix continues to add to its highway system to better serve the public with Loop 202 and Loop 303 nearing completion.

Sky Harbor Airport
the Phoenix area hosts an amazing airport. Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport offers passengers flights to 89 cities within the United States and 17 cities in Mexico, Europe and Canada. The airport is located at 3400 East Sky Harbor Boulevard.

there are 23 airlines that fly out of Sky Harbor. This list includes: AeoroMexico, Air Canada, Alaska, America West, America West Express (Mesa), American, American Trans Air, Arizona Express, British Airways, Continental, Delta, Delta Connection (Skywest Airlines), Frontier, Great Lakes, Jetblue Airlines, Hawaiian Airlines, Midwest Airlines, Northwest, Southwest, Sun Country, TED (part of United), United Airlines, US Airways, and West Jet. As a traveler, you can find an airline that can take you where you want to go.

Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport continues to expand and improve. The ongoing development at Phoenix Sky Harbor Airport will help passengers get to their destinations quickly. Travelers can choose from airport long/short term parking or long term parking by private companies. Parking is easy with shuttle access.

Both America West and Southwest Airlines have made Phoenix Sky Harbor Airport their hub. This allows Valley residents lots of options when it comes to air travel.

Phoenix Deer Valley Airport

Phoenix Deer Valley Airport is another busy airport in the Phoenix area. It is located at 702 West Deer Valley Road in the northwest part of the valley. The airport is a general aviation reliever airport for Sky Harbor International Airport. It is also the second busiest general aviation airport in the nation.

To find out more about the Phoenix Deer Valley Airport either call 623-869-0975

Phoenix Freeways
the Phoenix Metro area does provide a mass transit system. This system is a bus service. The service has routes throughout the Phoenix area. Most routes operate from 5 am to 6:30 pm. To find out more about routes and times, call 602-253-5000.

Arizona is known for its mild warm weather. However, there are times when the weather can play a part in making roads unsafe. If you are interested in finding out if the roads you will be traveling are passable, call Arizona Automobile Association at 602-274-1116.

Northwest Valley

Northwest Valley Summary

Northwest Valley Location

Selecting the Northwest Valley to be your new home is a simple choice. With cities like El Mirage, Surprise, and Peoria located in the Valley of the Sun, along with the town of Wickenburg on the outer northwestern edge of the city, and four urban city of Phoenix Villages (North Gateway Village, Desert View Village, Deer Valley Village, and New Village) there is a community in the Northwest Valley that will meet all your needs.
the completion of the Loop 101 has made the Northwest Valley accessible to all sections of the city. One of the perks to living in the Northwest Valley is its proximity to many the northern towns/cities, such as Flagstaff, Prescott, Grand Canyon, Las Vegas, and Sedona. Living on the northwestern edge of the city gives drivers shorter travel times to these popular year round vacation destination spots. Great access to so many places in and around the Valley of the Sun has made the Northwest Valley, the perfect choice for a home.

Northwest Valley Properties
the new surge of growth and development in the Northwest Valley has caused the area to become a rival to the city of Scottsdale. The Northwest Valley includes top zip codes that contain the most households with the highest income and millionaires in the entire Valley. It also includes the expanding enclave of homes and properties on a half acre or more, which are valued at more than a half a million. It is the “up and coming” part of the Valley of the Sun for people to live, work and play.

Prospective residents will find that the Northwest Valley has many living options. New master planned communities with single family homes are sprinkled throughout the area. Properties ranging from condominiums and patio homes to large custom estates are located throughout the Northwest Valley. There is a property that will meet anyone’s needs.

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Northwest Valley Entertainment
there is always something going on in the Northwest Valley. With two big stadiums, the Peoria Sports Complex and the Surprise Stadium, residents have many choices. During the spring, the Peoria Sports Complex is host to the Seattle Mariners and San Diego Padres. The Kansas City Royals and the Texas Rangers play in the Surprise Stadium. Spring training is a popular event. Concerts and other events are also held in these stadiums, making them great places to spend time year round.

Many local events in Surprise, Peoria, El Mirage and Wickenburg draw residents together. Festivals, special events, and activities have made the Northwest Valley a unique place. Residents like the small town feel that they experience when living in the Northwest Valley.

Northwest Valley Outdoor Recreation

One of the highlights to having made the Northwest Valley home is its accessibility to Lake Pleasant Regional Park. The park is only minutes from any city or town in the Northwest Valley. Boating, fishing, swimming, jet skiing, waterskiing are all part of the water fun at Lake Pleasant.

Numerous golf courses can be spotted throughout the Northwest Valley for year round play. Golfers spend time planning which golf course they will play next. Warm weather and sunny skies make outdoor recreation a part of life. The Northwest Valley is an outdoor enthusiast’s dream come true.

Cities, Town and Villages found in the Northwest Valley

With so much growth and development in the Northwest Valley, the communities within its borders still continue to promote their reputations of being friendly Western neighborhoods. The city of Peoria is expanding. Baseball spring training games, water sport activities, and so much more make this city an exciting place to live. Surprise is becoming a city filled with new neighborhoods and retail developments. The area was originally known for its retirement living. However, today Surprise continues to draw both retirees and families. The city of El Mirage is a smaller city, nestled between several West Valley cities. Its size could be a contributing factor to its friendly neighborhood feeling that visitors and residents experience. Ranch style living and gorgeous desert landscapes represent the town of Wickenburg. This town offers horseback riding, golf, and hiking.
the Northwest Valley includes four of the fifteen Villages that make up Phoenix. These villages are urban neighborhoods. Each village has their own planning committee appointed by the Phoenix City Council. These villages are close knit neighborhoods. North Gateway Village, Desert View Village, Deer Valley Village, and New Village are all part of the Northwest Valley.

City of Peoria

Peoria Location

Peoria is the largest city in the Northwest Valley. The city of Glendale is to the south and east, the cities of both El Mirage and Surprise are to the west, open desert stretches to the city’s north. The city’s boundary begins at its southernmost edge at Northern Avenue, then stretches northward to Lake Pleasant and includes its western boundaries varying between 115th

Avenue and 91st

Avenue, and its eastern edge fluctuates between 67th

and 75th

Avenues. This irregular shaped city of over 115 square miles continues to grow and expand in size through land annexations.

Great access to the entire Valley of the Sun has made the city of Peoria a perfect choice for residents. The Loop 101 runs the length of the city, connecting to Interstate 17 to the north and Interstate 10 in the south. Close proximity to the freeway allows drivers choices of routes to various parts of the metropolitan Phoenix area.

Peoria Property
the city of Peoria offers a wide range of home styles, from single family homes to estates with large lots. Prospective residents can find older neighborhoods in the southern portion of the city and newer communities in the northern sections of the city.

Since Peoria is such a large city, there is a property that will suit anyone’s needs. Small properties such as condominiums, townhouses, and patio homes can be found. Large properties with ranch estates, custom homes, and large lots with residences are also available. The city’s diversity makes Peoria a unique place to call home.

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Peoria History

From the area’s early years, Peoria was destined to grow. It all began in the 1880’s, when William Murphy arrived in Peoria with a vision. Murphy believed that once the Arizona Canal was completed, the area which is now Peoria would become a rich farm land. With the water from the Salt River, the once desert land would become a farmers dream. He was so convinced of this vision that he decided to travel back east to tell others.

Murphy was able to locate enough interested parties to purchase 5,000 acres. The first eastern families to arrive were from Peoria, Illinois, thus the city’s namesake. From that moment on, the area has prospered. Today, it has become the second largest city in the Northwest Valley, making it a popular place to live. Once the city of Peoria was a rural agricultural small town, but today it is a growing suburban community. It is a dynamic desert city.

Outdoor Recreation
the city of Peoria is proud to be the “Gateway to Lake Pleasant.” Lake Pleasant Regional Park is known as one of the finest water recreation areas in Arizona. The park covers about 25,000 acres and is the second largest lake in the state. Lake Pleasant offers a full service marina in Pleasant Harbor.

the lake is a water reservoir. It was built to store water from the Agua Fria River and the Central Arizona Project. Most of the lake is encompassed by untouched desert land. This oasis in the Arizona desert is a sight to see.

Peoria residents flock to Lake Pleasant year round for boating, sailing, swimming, and more water fun. For those who have “land legs,” there are hiking trails, camping, and picnicking. Lake Pleasant Regional Park is one of the many perks to living in the city of Peoria.

Peoria Entertainment

Downtown Peoria has revealed a new face. The area has been refurbished. A combination of new and renovated buildings have boosted the city and drawn residents to downtown Peoria. A new city hall, public library, and public safety complex have energized the area. Pioneer Days and Fall Fest are two of the community’s activities that are hosted in downtown Peoria. The community is working hard to continue its small town feeling through entertainment and events.

One of the big highlights in the city is the Peoria Sports Complex. Located just off the 101 Loop, to the east on Bell Avenue, the Peoria Sports Complex’s convenient location brings visitors from all over the Valley of the Sun. It is home of the baseball spring training games for the San Diego Padres and the Seattle Mariners. There are 10,000 seats and 12 lighted practice fields. The complex also has concerts, festivals, car shows, an Annual Fourth of July Extravaganza, and other events which create a friendly hometown feeling that Peoria residents enjoy every day.

City of El Mirage

El Mirage Location
the city of El Mirage is one of the smaller cities, when it comes to size, compared to other communities in the Valley of the Sun. However, don’t let its size fool you. Today, El Mirage has become a “hot spot.” Many people are moving to the area.

Situated in the middle of the Northwest Valley, the city is centrally located. El Mirage is surrounded by other cities. With the city of Surprise to the north, the city of Peoria to the east, the cities of Glendale and Avondale to the south, and the White Tank Mountains to the west, El Mirage is a great city to live.
the (usually dry) Agua Fria River creates the eastern boundary, Northern Avenue to the south, Dysart Road to the west and Greenway Road to the north. Highway 60, also known as Grand Avenue cuts through the north section of the city. This route gives residents access to Bell Road to the north and Loop 101 to the southeast. With all of these options residents can easily access the Valley of the Sun.

El Mirage Properties

El Mirage is a special place to live. New homes and subdivisions are being built every day. These newly constructed single family homes are bringing in growing families, first time home buyers and retirees. There is a property that will be perfect for anyone.

Large master planned communities and properties in mature quiet neighborhoods are all still found in El Mirage. Through the expansion and developments, El Mirage continues to hold on to its friendly southwestern attitude.

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El Mirage History
this hometown feeling can be traced back to the city’s roots in the early 1930’s, when farm workers settled on the west bank of the usually dry Agua Fria River. Farming and agriculture are part of the city’s heritage.

Today, residential developments are taking the place of farms. Many businesses, both commercial and industrial have located to El Mirage. The city has embraced its new growth.

El Mirage Entertainment

Luke Air Force Base is located southwest of El Mirage. This base is home to the 56th

Fighter Wing. The base is the largest jet training base in the entire world. It is one the city’s large employers. “Luke Days” is an annual event that is held at the base. Spectators witness an amazing air show display that will not forget.

El Mirage is a city that continues to embrace friendship and traditions. These beliefs can be felt throughout the community making the city of El Mirage a great place to call home.

City of Surprise

Surprise Location

Surprise’s good location is one of the reasons people select the city to be their home. Located in the Northwest Valley, it is close to the White Tank Mountains and untouched desert landscapes. United States Highway 60/State Highway 93 (or Grand Avenue) travels along the city’s eastern edge, giving residents access to other parts of the Valley of the Sun.

Surprise has the city of Peoria to the east and the city of El Mirage to the south. Sitting on the northwestern edge of the Valley of the Sun, residents love the open deserts that are located nearby. Mountain views and clean air are a way of life in Surprise.

Surprise Properties

From its humble beginnings in the mid 1930’s, the area that is now Surprise has become a very popular place to live. Surprise offers a wide range of living styles, from small family subdivisions to secluded ranches or retirement communities. Surprise neighborhoods provide parks, walking paths, and front porch attitudes.

Today, the city of Surprise is one of the fastest growing cities in Arizona. It is said that there is a new home built and completed every four hours. This explosive growth is a benefit, when it comes to locating the perfect floor plan. With so many subdivisions and model homes to view, getting the home of your dreams is easy.
there are award winning master planned family communities and world class resort retirement living all available within the borders of Surprise. Retirement living is one of the city’s many draws. Sun City Grand, the third of Del Webb’s retirement communities showcases its trademark quality and amenities, along with Arizona Traditions another retirement neighborhood with gated convenience, fitness, and recreational opportunities both communities are located in Surprise.

Surprise is set against a pristine desert in the thriving Northeast Valley edge of the metro Phoenix Valley. Prospective residents can choose from renowned retirement communities and award winning master planned family communities. The city addresses the needs of anyone looking for home. It is a well rounded city where residents enjoy living, working, and playing.

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Surprise Entertainment

Wherever you turn in this 70 square mile city, there is something going on. New churches, restaurants, grocery stores, shops, schools, and much more are being built. The city is an ideal place for homes and businesses. Surprise is good for business and great for living.

Just to the south of the city is Luke Air Force Base. This base is home to the 56th

Fighter Wing and is the largest jet training base in the world. Every year the base holds a special event called “Luke Days.” One of the event’s highlights is the amazing air show which is put on for the spectators below. It is a local event that should not be missed.

Surprise History

Long ago, Surprise started out as a small farming community. Then in 1938, the area was subdivided by Homer Ludden, a real estate developer. The parcels were made into affordable housing for the area’s agricultural workers.

It wasn’t until 1960, before Surprise became incorporated. There are conflicting stories as to how the city received its name. One rumor has it that one of the town’s founders said it would be a ‘surprise’ if anything came of this land. Another story says that the city’s founder, Homer Ludden was from Surprise, Nebraska. No matter which story you believe, it is true that Surprise, Arizona is a great place to call home.

Surprise Outdoor Recreation

One of the biggest bonuses when selecting the city of Surprise to be home is its 130 acre Surprise Recreational Campus. This campus includes a Cactus League Spring Training Facility/Stadium, regional library, aquatic center, a community park, and a 35 acre urban fishing lake.

Surprise Stadium seats over 10,000 people. The facility includes twelve baseball fields, and an eight acre multipurpose field. All of this makes Surprise Stadium an excellent sports training complex. Both the Kansas City Royals and the Texas Rangers call Surprise Stadium home during spring training. Year round the stadium is in use, with youth sports programs and special events. The Golden Baseball League and the Surprise Fighin’ Falcons teams also play at the Surprise Stadium.

Town of Wickenburg

Wickenburg Location

Wickenburg is located on the northern edge of the valley. Technically, the town is not part of the Valley of the Sun. However, with the growth and expansion of the Phoenix area, Wickenburg is no longer too far from the capital city. Just 50 miles northwest of Phoenix, at an elevation of 2,100 feet, the town offers both its residents and visitors cooler temperatures.

Residents of Wickenburg take State Highway 93 (Grand Avenue), which travels northwest diagonally out of metropolitan Phoenix and drops off in the town of Wickenburg. This route is a quick way to get to and from metropolitan Phoenix.

Wickenburg is located alongside the Hassayampa River, which means “river that flows upside down.” The Native Americans living in the area gave the river its name, due to the fact that the river actually flows 20 feet below the surface for most of its 100 mile course through the desert, including parts of Wickenburg. Today, it is still one of the last free-flowing rivers in the Arizona desert. This amazing river makes the town of Wickenburg is a great place to live.

Nestled in the foothills of the Bradshaw Mountains, along the Hassayampa River, the town of Wickenburg has grown to become a popular place to call home. It was the first town built north of Tucson, making it one of the oldest towns in Arizona. Wickenburg is a progressive community that maintains a high quality of life.

Wickenburg Properties

Living in Wickenburg, residents enjoy the privacy of western life, along with gorgeous desert scenery. Large lots, estates, ranches, southwestern styled homes are all available. Properties can be found in all price ranges. Prospective residents will discover that there is something for everyone.

Families and retirees have discovered Wickenburg and have made it their home. The warm spirit of friendliness and abundant warm shine make Wickenburg the perfect community to live.

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Wickenburg History
the town’s history began back in 1863. Henry Wickenburg, a German immigrant came to the area and discovered gold. This discovery eventually became the Vulture Mine, the most profitable gold and silver mine in Arizona.

Ranching and tourism took over the area, when the gold and silver panned out. In the 1920’s and 1930’s, dude ranches started popping up in Wickenburg. These dude ranches offered cookouts, trail rides, and hayrides.

Today, several dude ranches are found on the outskirts of town. These ranches offer horseback riding, great food, swimming, and many more special amenities. Wickenburg continues to keep the old west feeling alive.

Although Wickenburg sits at the northern edge of the Sonoran Desert and boasts a colorful history. The town gives its residents the comforts of city living. An adjacent airport, curbed streets, town utilities, and paved streets are some of the benefits this small town provides. Wickenburg is a peaceful community basking in the warm Arizona sunshine, along the banks of the Hassayampa River.

Wickenburg Entertainment
there are a wide range of services available in Wickenburg, along with a relaxing Western lifestyle that so many residents enjoy. With more than 400 businesses in town, residents have a full range of services, stores, and specialty shops within easy access.

Wickenburg is not a flashy tourist Western town. The Desert Caballeros Western Museum situated in downtown, showcases acclaimed collections of Western art and artifacts. Special events and shows are offered throughout the year at the museum for residents and visitors.

Main Street has been preserved, with buildings from the 1890’s and 1920’s dotting the downtown area. Even the old Santa Fe Train Station has been converted into the Chamber of Commerce building. Wickenburg residents spend time strolling downtown streets, talking and sharing their western hospitality.

Wickenburg Outdoor Recreation
the town of Wickenburg once held the title of Dude Ranch Capital of the World. Today, the town still has several dude ranches. However, one of the biggest pastimes in town is the sport of golf. There are several courses available in and around the surround area that are available play year round. With warm weather and sunny skies, a round of golf is the perfect way to spend a day in Wickenburg.

Outdoor recreation is something everyone likes to do. Hiking, horseback riding, fishing, and much more are part of living in Wickenburg. Residents enjoy spending time outside. People often say, “You will be sure to find it all out Wickenburg way!”
the Hassayampa River Preserve is a popular outdoor spot for many people. A nature trail along the Hassayampa River allows hikers an opportunity to get a glimpse of some of the 220 species of birds that call this preserve home. Wickenburg is a terrific place for those who want to combine the history of the old west with an outdoor lifestyle.

North Gateway Village

North Gateway Village Property Overview

North Gateway Village is an irregular shaped village created in 1997. The village is surrounded by new master planned communities. Spectacular desert background is combined with new developments.

It is the goal of North Gateway Village to foster managed growth. Achieving a balance between housing, employment (businesses), and the desert is what the village is striving to find. Preserving and protecting the environment for the area’s future is an important factor for residents living in North Gateway Village.

North Gateway Village Location
the boundaries of North Gateway Village are 67th

Avenue on the west, Union Hills on the east, the Central Arizona Project Canal on the south, and the city of Phoenix corporate limits on the north.

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Desert View Village Property Overview
the distinctive lush Sonoran Desert symbolizes Desert View Village in the Northwest Valley. The village ranges from urban to rural land use. However, residents are drawn the area’s outdoor opportunities.

Desert View Village maintains an extensive system of trails for hiking and riding. Residents enjoy the large sections of untouched Sonoran Desert, Cave Creek Wash, and nearby mountain ranges. The Cave Buttes Recreational Area is a designated city district park site located within the Desert View Village. The goal is to create a village-wide recreational circulation system. Desert View Village residents take pride in the outdoors and protecting the natural beauty of the desert environment.

Desert View Village Location

Desert View Village is bounded to the north by Carefree Highway, the Central Arizona Project canal to the south, the eastern city limits near Scottsdale Road to the east, and Union Hills on the west.

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Deer Valley Village

Deer Valley Village Property Overview

Indian petroglyphs of deer where found near Deer Valley Road and 35th

Avenue. These rock inscriptions became Deer Valley Village’s namesake. Today, visitors to the area can still see these petroglyphs at the Deer Valley Rock Museum, located on Deer Valley Road. There are over 1,000 petroglyphs on a 47 acre nature preserve.

Deer Valley Village is a vibrant, fast growing community. Both businesses and residential development are drawn to the area. There are many new single family homes that are being built making it a popular place to call home.

Deer Valley Village Location
the village is bounded by 16th

Street east to the city limits (51st

Street and 67th

Avenues) on the west, Greenway Road on the south and the Central Arizona Project aqueduct on the north.

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New Village

New Village Location
this village is the most recently created villages in the Phoenix area. New Village is just developing.
Its boundaries are wide sweeping from Table Mesa Road alignment on the north, Interstate 17 on the east, Desert Hills Drive, Pyramid Peak Parkway, and Carefree Highway on the south, and New River Road and 75th

Avenue alignment on the west.

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