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Out and About Mesa

Gold Canyon, Arizona! Golf Anyone?

by Teri Ellis on July 24, 2011

Just nine miles east of Mesa, Arizona, in the beautiful Superstition Mountain foothills lies Gold Canyon Golf Resort boasting two 18-hole championship golf courses: Dinosaur Mountain and The Sidewinder. With views the envy of our state, this is a popular landing spot for many from the colder climates in our United States of America. Lots [...]

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The Wildflower Walk at the Lost Dutchman State Park is a beautiful and close in place to visit. Whenever we have a great winter rain, the flowers are particularly beautiful.  If you are into photography, bring your camera. There will be plenty of beautiful vistas of poppies in hues of orange and yellow. Last year, [...]

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Crismon Creek in Mesa, Arizona

by Teri Ellis on May 25, 2011

Crismon Creek is a small community located in East Mesa. Situated just east of Crismon Street and north of Baseline, this popular spot in Mesa sports three parks/tot lots, retention basins, a great mix of families and retirees, is 1/2 mile from the 60 Freeway and only one mile from the 202. Just east of [...]

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I love checking out our local Farmer’s markets, wherever they may be – in town or out of town.  There is always something available wherever I go. For the information of my readers, I’ve provided a list of the Farmers’ Markets in the Southeast Valley including Mesa, Chandler, Phoenix, Tempe, Gilbert, Ahwatukee and Casa Grande. [...]

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Yes, our Phoenix Valley and Mesa do have areas that can AND will flood! Arizona Homeowners – Do you need flood insurance? Do you know if you live in a flood hazard area? Years ago, before the newer communities began setting up those retention basins – you know – the ones that fill with water [...]

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