Parks
Town of Duncan: Centennial Park is a mecca of recreational fun centrally located along side Old West Highway US 70 on the East side of Country Chic. Take a break from your travels and enjoy this wonderful roadside park that hosts amenities such as covered picnic tables, plenty of roomContinue Reading
Scenic Byways
The legendary Coronado Trail Scenic Highway (US 191), aka “The Devil’s Highway” (Old Route 666) leads travelers from high desert landscapes to alpine forests (or vice versa) via more than 200 switchbacks and many hairpin turns so the views are ever-changing and as beautiful as they are varied. The BlackContinue Reading
Rockhounding
Search for fire agate and geodes in first class rockhounding areas! Ash Peak is adjacent US 70, “The Old West Highway”, as you enter Greenlee County on the west side. Explore the valley below the peak with a visit to the Ash Peak Mining District. Visit the old mines andContinue Reading
Greenlee County offers a a delightful experience for would-be gem and mineral show attendees
The Tucson Gem and Mineral Show® is happening now through February 11. Roughly 4,000 vendors and 65,000 visitors come to Tucson during largest, oldest and most prestigious gem and mineral show in the world. Not surprisingly, the economic impact of the gem shows has also exploded over the years, withContinue Reading
The Traveler.com recognizes Duncan among 10 small towns in Arizona to visit
TheTraveler.com recently recognized 10 small towns in Arizona that feel far removed from Phoenix and encouraged visitors to explore them for their charm and history. Duncan was selected for the #2 destination. “While the majority of Arizona’s population resides in Phoenix, which draws approximately 19.5 million tourists yearly, small townsContinue Reading
How the West’s moved East
by Akos Kovach | GTA Board Member They saw. They came. They rebuilt. They created – Ray West & Jeanette West Ray’s Vintage Market and Books, Toys & More by Jeanette became tourist destinations. They were featured in TV documentaries, travel guides, famed for their Roaring 20’s vintage clothing andContinue Reading
Final Report for San Francisco River Revitalization Plan (SFRRP)
This letter serves as the wrap-up summary report for a grant received by GTA to further activities, preservation, and community involvement of the San Francisco River in Greenlee County. It gives the reader insight of current efforts and next steps. GTA received a grant from FreePort to further First, andContinue Reading
Happenings in Greenlee | February 2024
THURSDAY, FRIDAY, & SATURDAY, Feb. 1-3: Community Swap Meet, 103 Fairgrounds Rd. (See details below.) RECURRING EVENTS MARK YOUR CALENDAR For inclusion in next month’s newsletter, send events to margaret@margaretdillard.net Please send complete info: name of event, where and when it will be held, brief description (or better yet,Continue Reading
Happenings in Greenlee | January 2024
For inclusion in next month’s newsletter, send events to margaret@margaretdillard.net Please send complete info: name of event, where and when it will be held, brief description (or better yet, send a PDF of your flyer), contact information in case readers need more details, AND sponsoring organization if there is one.Continue Reading
Resident urges community’s help in keeping the San Francisco beautiful
BY WALT MARES | Special to the Copper Era | Dec 23, 2023 | Updated Dec 28, 2023 Clifton resident Will Collins wants to increase public awareness about the large amount of debris and other litter on the sidewalks, roads, and most importantly, the San Francisco River, that flows throughContinue Reading
Rockhounding Paradise: Unearthing Fire Agate in Greenlee County, Arizona
As the excitement builds for the upcoming Tucson Gem and Mineral Show, gem enthusiasts seeking a more intimate and immersive experience can find solace in the rugged beauty of Greenlee County. Amidst the hustle and bustle of the show, where dazzling displays and bustling crowds captivate attendees, Greenlee County offersContinue Reading