Archive for the 'Just For Fun' Category
Prescott Named in Sunset’s Top 10
September 17th, 2008 categories: Just For Fun
Sunset Magazine recently named Prescott, Arizona as one of the west’s top 10 dream towns. Not a suprise!
Click the link below to see the article.
http://realestate.msn.com/slideshow.aspx?cp-documentid=10223662&imageindex=4
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Happy Labor Day
August 28th, 2008 categories: Just For Fun
Happy Labor Day Weekend
Labor Day is celebrated by most Americans as the traditional end of summer. The last chance to go crazy at the lake before the weather cools off.
Not knowing much about the history of Labor day, I decided to do some googling.
Labor day is observed on the first Monday of September and was originated in 1882 by the Central Labor Union of New York City who sought to create a day off for working citizens. As the Industrial Revolution took hold of the nation, the average American worked 12 hour days, seven day a week. Children were also working providing cheap labor with virtually no child labor laws to protect them.
With long hours and horrible working conditions, American Unions became more prominent and voiced their demands for better working conditions. On Tuesday, September 5th, 1882, 10,000 workers marched from city hall to Union Square in New York City, holding the first ever Labor Day Parade. Participants took an unpaid day off to honor the workers of America. Congress legalized the holiday 12 year later.
No matter how challenging the Real Estate market becomes, I still have the greatest job in the greatest country.
Happy Labor Day.
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Watson Lake Park
August 20th, 2008 categories: Just For Fun, Real Estate News
Watson Lake is located about 4 miles from downtown Prescott and offers fishing, boating, kayaking, hiking, rock climbing, camping and picnicking.
There are several hiking trails near Watson Lake. The Peavine Trail runs along the southeastern side of the lake into the scenic Granite Dells.
This trail level is easy and is enjoyed by walkers, joggers, horseback riders and mountain bikers.
Watson Lake Park is located on Hwy 89 North of Prescott
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Historic Mount Vernon Street
August 19th, 2008 categories: Just For Fun, Prescott Neighborhoods, Real Estate News
Mount Vernon Street is one of Prescott’s most historic neighborhoods. With fall approaching this tree-lined street is a wonderful place to view autumn colors.
Many of these homes were built in the early 1900s and occupied by Prescott’s founders.
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What does it mean when the dewpoint is 55?
July 17th, 2008 categories: Just For Fun
Monsoon season is in full swing. We’ve had some great thunderstorm and even some rain! Phoenix has seen record amounts of rainfall this month, and the dewpoints have been in the 60s… If you watch the Weather Channel, the meteorologists are always mentioning the dewpoint. I did some research to find out exactly what is dewpoint….
All air contains vapor and the dewpoint is a measure of the amount of moisture in the air. The dewpoint of humid air is higher than the dewpoint of dry air. Dewpoint is further defined as the temperature to which the air has to drop in order for the moisture in the air to condense.Historically, when the Phoenix dewpoint reaches 55 degrees for three consecutive days, the likelihood of statewide thunderstorms is good.
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Prescott 4th of July Celebration
July 1st, 2008 categories: Just For Fun, Prescott Nights
Happy July Everyone! Summer is officially in full swing and the 4th of July is a just a few days away.
The City of Prescott is hosting it’s annual 4th of July celebration at Pioneer Park. This year, Pioneer Park proudly presents the largest fireworks display in the tri-city area!
Make it a day of it and enjoy the carnival featuring the world’s largest water slide, bungee jumping, climbing walls, pony rides, bumper boats, carnival games and much more. There will also be live entertainment, contests, give-a-ways, a craft tent and food vendors. Bring the entire family and celebrate our nation’s birthday..
The carnival begins at 12:00 noon on Friday, fireworks begin at 9:00 PM
Admission into the park is FREE. Carnival tickets are available at any Fry’s Market, the Prescott Chamber of Commerce or Prescott True Value. Tickets are $12.00 if purchased in advance, or $15.00 at the gate.
Free parking at Embry-Riddle. Free shuttle service to Pioneer Park.
Pioneer Park is located at 1200 Commerce Drive in Prescott.
For more information call (928) 777-1349
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Prescott Frontier Days Rodeo
June 25th, 2008 categories: Just For Fun, Prescott Homeowners, Prescott Nights
Frontier Days Rodeo
In 1888, when Prescott was the capital of the Arizona territory, a group of Prescott businessmen dreamed up a 4th of July cowboy contest featuring the areas best cowboys and ranchers. The cowboys competed for small cash prizes and bragging rights at the local Whiskey Row Saloons. This year Prescott will celebrate the 121st annual Prescott Frontier Days Rodeo, and every year the rodeo get bigger and the cowboys get better! This is a great event that the entire family will enjoy.
This year’s dates for the rodeo are June 30th to July 5th.
Rodeo performances are at 7:30 PM nightly, and 1:30 PM July 4th and July 5th.
Frontier Days Events:
Frontier Days Rodeo: June 30th to July 5th. Performances are nightly beginning at 7:30 PM. Afternoon performances at 1:30 on July 4th and 5th.
Get your tickets in advance at RODEO TICKETS
Prescott Rodeo Grounds
840 Rodeo Drive
Prescott, Az. 86305
(928) 445-3103
The Kiwanis Kiddie Parade: July 4th at 8:30 AM at Cortez and Goodwin Street
Colorful little cowboys, cowgirls and costumed pets too! Last year, there were 400 entrants. Bring the family.
The Frontier Days Parade: July 5th at 9:00 AM at the Courthouse Plaza
This year there will be more than than 200 entries including the Rodeo Royalty Court, floats, church and civic groups and High School Marching Bands.
The Prescott Frontier Days Fine Arts and Crafts show: July 4th - 6th at the Courthouse Plaza.
The World’s Oldest Rodeo will be inducted into the Pro Rodeo Hall of Fame on July 12th, 2008. Prescott Frontier Days has extensive history. To learn more, click Frontier Days History
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When It Rains, It Pours
June 23rd, 2008 categories: Just For Fun, Prescott Homeowners
When it rains in Prescott, it can really pour.
Prescott is the only place I know of where it can rain in your front yard, but not the back. I’ve always thought that the weather service should have two or three locations that measures Prescott rainfall totals because it can vary so dramatically from one end of town to the other.
Currently, rainfall totals for Prescott are measured at the Prescott Airport located at Hwy 89 and Willow Creek Road.
If you are one of those people who are interested in rainfall totals for your neighborhood, here’s an interesting web site; RainLog.org
You can become a member and log rainfall totals for your specific neighborhood, or simply check in and see how much rain has fallen in the Prescott area.
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Arizona Monsoon
June 10th, 2008 categories: Just For Fun, Prescott Homeowners
The Arizona Monsoon is just around the corner, and the corner is even closer this year than last. Prior to 2008, the Monsoon Season was considered to have started when there were three consecutive days when the dew point averaged 55 degrees or higher. In 2008, the National Weather Service decided to take the guesswork out of the start and end date of the Monsoon Season. Beginning in 2008, June 15th will be considered the first day of Monsoon Season, and September 30 will be the last. This decision was made so more emphasis would be placed on safety, and not the definition of Monsoon Season.
According to the Daily Courier, this Monsoon may be more severe than recent years bringing heavier rains and more damaging lighting. Monsoon storms can be awe-inspiring to experience, but life threatening if you’re caught outdoors. Here are some safety tips.
1. If you see a sign that says “Do Not Cross When Flooded“, take it seriously! It takes only a few feet of moving water to move your car, even if it’s an SUV. If you do get caught in flood waters, try to climb out on to the roof of your car and wait for help. Use your cell phone to call 911.
2. If you’re driving, slow down. Rain storms limit visibility and make the roadway slick.
3. Lightning Strikes are beautiful to watch, but dangerous. On average, 67 people per year are struck and killed by 
lightning in the United States. If you’re caught outside, stay away from open fields, high points of land, trees or other tall objects, standing bodies of water and all metal objects. Click HERE for more information on lightning safety.
4. Monsoon storms can produce severe hailstorms. Those of you who lived here in 1999 probably remember the hail storm that struck Prescott Valley. If you get caught in a hail storm, find shelter immediately. Avoid windows and skylights. If possible, move your vehicle to to a sheltered area.
5. Take care of your Pets during Monsoon Season. Thunderstorms can be very frightening to your pets. If you know that a storm is on the way, bring them inside, or make sure they are in a safe, secure area. Their first instinct may be to run, and you don’t want them running onto a busy roadway.
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Exploring Prescott’s Natural Beauty
June 4th, 2008 categories: Just For Fun
Willow Lake or Watson Lake are great places to take your canoe or kayak.
Prescott is beautiful in the spring, and there are many places to hike, walk your dog or ride a bike. Horses, dogs and bikes are welcome on the trails at Willow Lake.
If you enjoy watching birds, Willow Lake is home to many species of birds including eagles, falcons, hawks, a variety of ducks and blue Heron.
Click on the link below for more information on Prescott Parks and Recreation
Prescott Parks
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