realtor: 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.
goto http://www.azph.gov/tour.asp for a virtual tour. … (0 comments)
realtor: 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)
realtor: 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)
realtor: Mountain Club in Prescott AZ is a Great Place to Live
- 01/05/11 04:59 AM
Mountain Club is a home subdivision of about 400 homes located 1.5 miles southwest from downtown Prescott Arizona. Established in 1925, it is the oldest housing community in Arizona. Mountain Club covers 800 acres of heavily forested hills and small canyons. The area has a country feel within city limits. Mountain Club is highly varied. There are 800 square foot cabins and large homes with over 5000 square feet. There are steep heavily forested hills and flat lots with perennial creeks. I am an Arizona native and have lived in Mountain Club for four years now. It is the best place … (0 comments)
realtor: Wine Tasting in Northern Arizona
- 01/03/11 04:17 AM
Arizona is home to 40 wineries and vineyards. There are many emerging wineries within 90 minutes of the Prescott area. In fact, Wall Street Journal recently acclaimed the surrounding Prescott area as an emerging hotspot vying for Napa-like status. Prescott and the Verde Valley are home to hundreds of acres of vineyards, with five distinct wineries. Go wine tasting in Prescott by taking winery tours. Experience the wineries near Prescott or stay local and check out downtown Prescott wine bars. Prescott and the Verde Valley offer a nice opportunity for tourists and locals to taste some of the country's best wines right here in one place. … (2 comments)
realtor: 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.
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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