homes for sale: Prescott in Winter
- 02/22/11 04:49 PM
Winter is almost here. Winter always proves to be a challenging time for Realtors. The influx of out-of- towners goes down considerably. On top of that, colder temperatures discourage people searching for homes. So, what do we do as Realtors to keep things moving? I am hiding in a closet till at least March. No, not really. I am doing what I always do, sell Prescott. Prescott in winter is just as beautiful as summer or spring. And nothing compares to the festivals in Prescott during the winter holidays. Check out http://www.prescott.com/calendar for winter events in Prescott.
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homes for sale: Check out the Ranch in Prescott
- 02/22/11 04:43 PM
The Ranch at Prescott is a planned community three miles east of downtown Prescott, Arizona. Entrance to the Ranch is from Highway 69 and Lee Blvd. The Ranch which nestles on the hillsides that border the Prescott National Forest was created in 1987 by developers Jim and Linda Lee. The Ranch is currently made up of eight units that contain about 950 home sites on the 1,000 acres of the former Bullwhacker Ranch. Presently there are more than 500 homes with more being built each year. The ranch is full of rolling hills, pine trees and scenic views. For outdoor minded … (3 comments)
homes for sale: Mountain Club is the Oldest Housing Community in Arizona
- 02/21/11 11:16 AM
Mountain Club, a neighborhood located 1.5 miles south of downtown Prescott AZ was founded in 1926 making it the oldest housing community in Arizona. Mountain Club was started by a group of investors from the Phoenix area looking for a mountain retreat.
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homes for sale: Assuring a Water Supply in Prescott AZ
- 02/09/11 07:12 AM
The Prescott area in Central Arizona is home to about 130,000 people. The area has a pretty reliable and plentiful water supply. But, full access to the water supply is being questioned by areas to the south. The Big Chino aquifer, located 10 miles north of the city of Prescott, covers 1,850 square miles and is the source of the Verde River. The Verde River is one of the only constantly running rivers in Arizona. The cities of Prescott Valley and Prescott, the towns of Chino Valley and Dewey all rely on the Big Chino for their water supply. The Big Chino has been … (1 comments)
homes for sale: Pioneer Home in Prescott AZ is Near its' 100th Year
- 02/08/11 09:07 AM
The home, opened in February 1911, is a retirement home that overlooks downtown Prescott. The home is one of Prescott's prominent landmarks and dominates the view to the west from downtown.
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homes for sale: Building Green in Prescott AZ
- 02/07/11 04:21 AM
When a person searches for building an environmentally conscious home (a green home or sustainable home), they normally look for the following; •1. local contractors experienced in building green •2. cooperation with the local government as far as zoning laws •3. an area that has the natural resources (i.e. solar, water) to power a green home •4. local resources to educate and influence local builders Prescott AZ fulfills all of the above concerns. •1. There are several local contractors near Prescott that are involved with building green. Goto http://ycca.org/v1/index.php/general-resources/green-building for a list of green contractors •2. … (1 comments)
homes for sale: The YMCA is the Center For Fitness in Prescott AZ
- 02/01/11 05:14 AM
The YMCA located in downtown Prescott AZ is not like other YMCA's around the country. This one is very well equipped, very clean, and very functional. Prescott's YMCA is not just another place to "work-out", it is at the center of physical activity in Prescott. "The Y" as it is known, is everything to Prescott. This facility has; •· a nautical center with play pool, water slide, and 25 yard six lane lap pool open year around •· a fully equipped gymnastics area •· a large gym with 6 basketball rims •· a state of the art fitness area •· aerobics studio … (0 comments)
homes for sale: The Arizona Adrenaline Football Team is Returning to the Prescott AZ Area
- 01/29/11 08:06 AM
After a two year dormancy, the Arizona Adrenaline indoor football team is returning to the Prescott area. The football team plays in the American Indoor Football Association. The team will be making Tim's Toyota Center in Prescott Valley their home base. This gives the Prescott area two professional teams along with the semi-pro hockey team, the Arizona Sundogs
Check out http://www.oursportscentral.com/sports/?t_id=2125 for more info on the Arizona Adrenaline … (1 comments)
homes for sale: Prescott AZ is Becoming an Important Hub for Solar Power Development.
- 01/26/11 05:39 AM
"With five solar facilities operating or under construction, Prescott is becoming an important hub for solar development. It is an ideal location because of its abundant sunshine, cooler weather, available land and access to the transmission system." Solar plants near Prescott include a 194-kilowatt system at Embry Riddle Aeronautical University (completed in 2001), a small system on the roof of Prescott College (completed in 2004) and a 3.6-megawatt plant near the Prescott Regional Airport (completed in 2006). The newest plant, located three miles north of Prescott airport, will become active in fall og 2011 The plant is expected to generate more … (0 comments)
homes for sale: Prescott, AZ Trivia-Where is the oldest bar in Arizona?
- 01/24/11 04:44 AM
The Palace bar in Prescott, AZ. The Palace Bar first opened in September 1877. In the late 1870's, Wyatt Earp, Virgil Earp and Doc Holliday were patrons of The Palace. Virgil and his wife Allie lived in Prescott where Virgil owned a saw mill at Thumb Butte and was Town Constable. Wyatt and his other brother, Morgan, visited Virgil in Prescott before they left for Tombstone. Doc was on a winning streak on Whiskey Row (possibly at The Palace) where he won $10,000 in Poker. He joined the Earp's eight months later in Tombstone.On July 14th, 1900, The Palace was … (0 comments)
homes for sale: Granite Mountain Near Prescott is Untamed but Accessible Wilderness
- 01/11/11 04:40 AM
Granite Mountian is composed of Prescott Granodiorite. The gray granite from Granite Mountain was a popular building stone in the early days of Prescott. It was used to build the Yavapai County Courthouse and i mony other buildingsa arounf=d town, including Fort Whipple. At almost 10,000 acres, Granite Mountain Wilderness Area northwest of Prescott AZ is a hikers paradise. Elevation ranges from 5,600 feet to over 7,200 feet. The main trail is about 8.3 miles roundtrip and covers some wild and scenic area. I have hiked Granite Mountain many times. The rock formations are incredible. The views of the valley below from near the … (0 comments)
homes for sale: More Arizona Trivia-Where Was the Western Most Battle Fought in the Civil War?
- 01/11/11 04:27 AM
Yes, Arizona. It is called the battle of Picacho Pass. It happened near Picacho Peak which is located between Phoenix and Tucson. On April 15, 1862. It was fought between a Union Calvary patrol from California and a party of Confederate Pickets from Tucson. Twelve Union Calvary troopers and one scout of the 1st California Cavalry, were conducting a sweep of the Picacho Peak area, looking for Confederates reported to be nearby. The Calvary were under orders not to engage them, but to wait for the main column to come up. However, their patrol surprised and captured three Confederate pickets. It … (0 comments)
homes for sale: Check out Prescott AZ in the Winter
- 01/03/11 04:28 AM
Winter is almost here. Winter always proves to be a challenging time for Realtors. The influx of out-of- towners goes down considerably. On top of that, colder temperatures discourage people searching for homes. So, what do we do as Realtors to keep things moving? I am hiding in a closet till at least March. No, not really. I am doing what I always do, sell Prescott. Prescott in winter is just as beautiful as summer or spring. And nothing compares to the festivals in Prescott during the winter holidays. Check out http://www.prescott.com/calendar for winter events in Prescott.
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homes for sale: More Arizona Trivia-Where Was the World's First Rodeo Held?
- 01/02/11 03:29 PM
The answer, Prescott, AZ. On July 4, 1888 Prescott hosted The Frontier Cowboy's Festival. The Rodeo has continued every day since then. It all started in 1866, a group of Prescott businessmen came up with a July Fourth "cowboy contest" that would feature the best riders from area ranches and farms competing for a small cash prize at Whiskey Row bars. Now the event draws thousands of people. Check out http://worldsoldestrodeo.com/ for more info.
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homes for sale: Elk Ridge Ski Area Near Prescott AZ is Awesome
- 01/02/11 12:27 PM
Elk Ridge Ski Area is 65 miles north of downtown Prescott AZ. Though Elk Ridge is not a major ski area it has some things to offer that other ski areas lack. It is a perfect place for the casual skier. There are no crowded lift lines and several easy hills to practice on. Snow here comes and goes. So make sure you call ahead. The base elevation here is 7500 feet and the top of the mountain is 8150. For more info goto their website at http://www.elkridgeski.com/
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homes for sale: Heavy snow in Prescott, AZ-Very Cool
- 12/31/10 01:53 PM
Many did we get a strong storm roll through here in the past few days. The storm dropped between 6 and 14 inches in Prescott AZ within a day and a half. The snow has stopped and the skys are clear but the cold front is still here which means very cold temperatures. It only got to 22 degrees F today. It is 11 degrees right now and it's supposed to drop to 3 tonight. This is our taste of wintery weather. The truth is that the snow will melt away in less than two weeks and temperatures will go back to … (3 comments)
homes for sale: TODAY IS A GREAT EXAMPLE OF WHY PRESCOTT IS KNOWN AS "ARIZONA'S CHRISTMAS CITY"
- 12/23/10 04:58 AM
Yes, this is a great time of year to be in Prescott. We just recieved about two inches of snow and our mountains are white. The entire town is lit up with Christmas decorations. There are several Christmas events going on every day. Check out http://www.cityofprescott.net/ for local events Despite the fact that we got snow, it's pleasant to be outside. I went for a bike ride this morning. The air is cool but very crisp. Come visit and soon you'll want to live here. At least you'll be aware of a Realtor that loves this time of year.
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homes for sale: Some Trivia- Where was the Capital of Arizona When it Was a Territory?
- 12/21/10 05:39 AM
The answer, Prescott AZ. Prescott was named the capital of the Arizona territory in 1864. It held that status until 1867 where it was moved to Tucson. Prescott became the capital again in 1877 and lost the capital status to Phoenix in 1889. The first territorial capitals governor's mansion, is located at Sharlot Hall Museum grounds in downtown Prescott. The first Territorial Courthouse building was completed in 1878. The first courthouse was torn down in 1916 and replaced with the present day Courthouse. This is just a touch of the incredibe history of Prescott AZ located in northern Arizona. Check out http://www.prescottlink.com/history.htm … (0 comments)
homes for sale: Prescott Valley's "Valley of Lights" is Awesome
- 12/19/10 12:31 PM
The town of Prescott Valley and several corporate sponsors have put together the 11th annual "Valley of Lights". Onlookers can drive through the valley and witness hundreds of Christmas lights arranged in several displays. My family and I go every Christmas. My kids love the beautiful displays. There is no charge to visit the valley but donations are welcome. Valley of Lights is open from 6-10pm from November 25th to December 30. To find the Valley of Lights, turn south onto Prescott east Highway from Highway 69. Turn left on second street then right on 5th street. For more info go … (1 comments)
Winter is almost here. Winter always proves to be a challenging time for Realtors. The influx of out-of- towners goes down considerably. On top of that, colder temperatures discourage people searching for homes. So, what do we do as Realtors to keep things moving? I am hiding in a closet till at least March. No, not really. I am doing what I always do, sell Prescott. Prescott in winter is just as beautiful as summer or spring. And nothing compares to the festivals in Prescott during the winter holidays. Check out http://www.prescott.com/calendar for winter events in Prescott. 
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