Arizona
Arizona is home to the jaw-dropping Grand Canyon, crazy desert wildlife, and very hot summers.
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Cheyenne ReedAug 11, 2016
#1 Casa Grande has been around since about 1350 C.E. Archaeologists believe that ancient Sonoran Desert people are the ones who should receive credit for building Casa Grande. Aside from building Casa Grande, these innovative people also developed wide scale irrigation farming and maintained expensive trade connections. These ancient people thrived for about 1000 years,
Cheyenne ReedJul 15, 2016
Over the years, Arizona has had it’s fair share of eclectic laws. From funny, to dumb, to absolutely absurd, read on to see 10 of Arizona’s most interesting past and present laws! #1 You aren’t allowed to hunt camels. Okay, so back in the day, there were camels in Arizona. These days, if you see
Cheyenne ReedJun 14, 2016
#1 Lyman Lake State Park encompasses 1,200 acres! The elevation is about 6, 000 feet. #2 The park hugs the shore of a 1,500 acre reservoir. The reservoir was created by blocking off the Little Colorado River. Melting snow from Mount Baldy and Escudilla Mountain — the second and third highest mountains in Arizona! — feeds
Cheyenne ReedMay 18, 2016
If you’re ever in Phoenix, it won’t be hard to see that there are a ton of things to do. This list gives you 10 places to start, if you’re feeling overwhelmed by all the choices. #1 Arizona Science Center The Arizona Science Center’s motto is “Never stop wondering,” so if you feel like learning, it’s
Cheyenne ReedApr 16, 2016#1. This fort was used as a base for General Crook’s U.S. Army scouts and soldiers.
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Between the 1870’s and the 1880’s, many men called this fort home.
#2 This Park is the best preserved example of a fort that was used during the Indian Wars.
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This is the place to visit if you want to experience life through the eyes of a frontier soldier.
#3 Some original buildings still stand in the park today!
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You won’t have to use your imagination to learn all about the lives of these men.
#4 Anglo settlers in the Verde River area demanded the army’s protection from the nearby Indians.
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When the settlers attempted to establish an area that the indians already had, things became quite hostile.
#5 The army who stayed at the fort to protect the settlers was initially Mexican recruits who had volunteered.
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They were called fierce fighters because they were often barefoot and working on half rations.
#6 A year later, U.S Army soldiers relieved the volunteers.
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They moved the tent camp, changing the name to Camp Lincoln and then to Camp Verde in 1868.
#7 When Camp Verde was finished, it had 22 buildings surrounding a parade grounds.
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The camp was able to hold two companies of infantry and two companies of cavalry, but often had only one each.
#8 Camp Verde was an important staging base for military operations all over the countryside.
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It became the origin of a road west to Fort Whipple near Prescott, and a road east to Fort Apache.
#9 Camp Verde was renamed Fort Verde in 1879 to signify permanence.
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The name change had little effect, though, and the fort was abandoned in 1891 and sold at public auction in 1899.
#10 Twenty-seven doctors served those at Fort Verde.
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They ranged from medical school graduates to no formal training.
Cheyenne Reed was born and raised in Ohio. She recently relocated to rural Wyoming to try out working at an exclusive guest ranch. She graduated from Kent State University with an English degree, and most enjoys writing about travel. If she has free time, you may run into her anywhere, because she is always itching to explore new places. Her personal motto is, "Any day can be an adventure if you make it one!"
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John NewellOct 22, 2016
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Cheyenne ReedSep 15, 2016
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Cheyenne ReedSep 14, 2016
It’s a common misconception that all of Arizona is nothing but dry desert, but that isn’t the case! Check out these five gorgeous lakes that prove otherwise! #1 Canyon Lake Canyon Lake is one of four lakes that Arizona gained when the Salt River was dammed back in 1925. It’s actually the smallest of the
Cheyenne ReedSep 13, 2016
Everyone dreams of living in a luxurious home sometimes, right? Check out these crazy expensive homes in Arizona that are sure to make you feel like a king! #1 9422 E Happy Valley Rd This huge house in Scottsdale, Arizona might currently be the most expensive one on the market. It uses 10,000 square feet of
Cheyenne ReedSep 9, 2016
Arizona is nothing but a barren desert, right? Not quite. If you’re feeling the fall fever, check out these beautiful photos that prove Arizona can do fall just as well as any other state! #1 Just a reminder: Arizona has plants other than cacti. And while cacti have their own vibrant colors, these trees are showcasing the
Cheyenne ReedSep 7, 2016
Everyone knows that Arizona is famous for record breaking temperatures and the gorgeous Grand Canyon, but did you know these ten interesting facts about Arizona? #1 The official state flower of Arizona is actually the Saguaro Cactus bloom! Between May and June you can see the beautiful white flowers. Even cooler? The Saguaro is the
Cheyenne ReedSep 2, 2016
The United States is home to plenty of unique structures, but few compare to this one of a kind house in Arizona. In Bisbee, Arizona, eighty miles from Tucson, you’ll find the Chulo Canyon Cave House, or simply the Cave House, as locals call it. This home is nestled into the side of a granite boulder
Cheyenne ReedAug 31, 2016
You may remember Gene Wilder from any one of the long list of movies he starred in. Willy Wonka and the Chocolate Factory, Blazing Saddles, or Young Frankenstein are all classics you’ve surely seen. Wilder began what would become a wildly successful acting career in 1962. This week news reports all across the country are paying
Cheyenne ReedAug 30, 2016
