Tucson info guide 2006-7 - Far Horizons Tucson Village RV Resort

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Welcome to T
ucson!
So many things here for you to do!
AEROBICS
ART GROUPS
AQUA GYM
BILLIARDS
BINGO
BOCCIE BALL
CARDS
CERAMICS
CHORUS
COMPUTER CLUB
DANCES
EXERCISE GROUPS
FHTV ENTERTAINERS CLUB
FITNESS ROOM
FLOOR EXERCISES
FRIDAY NIGHT MOVIE
GLASS FUSION
GOLF DRIVING CAGE
GOLF GROUPS
HEALTH NUTS GROUP
HIKING CLUB
HORSESHOES
KEYBOARDING
LIBRARY
LINE DANCING
MAH JONGG
MASSAGE
MINI-GOLF COURSE
OPEN MUSIC JAM SESSIONS
PAINTING
PICKLE BALL
PING PONG
PHOTOGRAPHY CLUB
QUILTING-SEW & CHAT
ROCK SHOP – LAPIDARY
SATURDAY EVENING YOU BBQ
SAWMILL – WOODSHOP
SEWING ROOM
SHUFFLEBOARD
SILVERSMITHING
STAINED GLASS
SUNDAY SOCIAL & PROGRAM
SWIMMING
TAI CHI CHIH
TRIPS & TOURS
WALK OFF THE POUNDS
WEDNESDAY POTLUCK DINNER
WEDNESDAY NIGHT ENTERTAINMENT
WIRE-WRAP JEWELRY
WOODCARVING
YOGA
ZUMBA
Vacation Cottages at Far Horizons
Vacation Cottages are perfect for anyone
who wants to enjoy the village ambience at
Far Horizons Tucson Village, and the sights
and activities of Tucson! Our contemporary
cottages sleep four and are equipped with
everything you need for a relaxing visit.
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When visiting Far Horizons Tucson Village, you are in the
heart of the Old West. Early Native American people built
thriving communities here as exemplified by the architecture and artifacts of the area. The cultures of Spain and
Mexico left their mark in the lovely missions. The great Old
Southwest Country offers year-round recreation.
World Class Golf . . .
The Village is located near several
championship golf courses providing diverse challenges in a
Southwest setting. Every day you can enjoy a pleasant outing
on our local courses and during February and March you can
observe PGA championship play. For tee times call: Arizona
National (749-3636), Del Lago (647-1100), El Rio (7914229), Forty Niner Country Club (749-4212), Fred Enke (7912539), Randolph North Municipal Course (325-2811), Dell
Urich Municipal Course (325-2811), Dorado (885-6751).
FHTV group play tee times are posted in the info.com room,
or contact the Activity Office for an in-village representative.
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Movie Theater . . . There are five excellent
movie theaters within a 10-mile radius of the Village, offering all the current movies so you won’t
miss a thing.
Shopping & Dining . . .
Tucson is rich with
many shopping and dining opportunities. Interesting
boutique shops offer cultural, trendy or Native
American treasures. For major shopping, the Village
is close to Park Place Mall and Tucson Mall on the
far west side, as well as COSTCO and SAM’s Club
and two major swap meets each weekend. Tucson
is home to vast and varied dining options; from oneof-a-kind gems to favorite national establishments.
There are at least 60 restaurants within three square
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miles of the Village. Ask the Activity Office staff
for recommendations, maps or directions.
Museums. . .
Tucson hosts world-class museums
and is home to the internationally renowned Arizona
Sonora Desert Museum. Plants indigenous to the
Sonoran Desert and over 300 species of live animals
can be viewed in their natural setting. Kitt Peak, at
6,882 feet, is the site of the largest collection of
ground-based optical telescopes in the world! The
Pima Air & Space Museum includes over 275
vintage aircraft and thousands of aerospace artifacts. Walking and motorized docent-led tours are
available daily. The Titan Missile Museum is the
world’s only remaining Titan II intercontinental
ballistic missile complex and a National Historic
Landmark. A map showing the locations of these
and many more great museums is available in the
Activity Office.
Performing Arts . . . If your interests include the
performing arts, Tucson offers several theater
groups, ballet, opera and Folklorico, a form of dance
celebrating the cultural history of the region. Chamber and Symphony orchestras, Boys and Girls
Choral groups and Junior Strings productions offer a
fulfilling afternoon or evening. And you must attend
a performance of the Gaslight Theater where
audience participation is part of the evening’s
entertainment and enjoyment!
Day Trips . . .
Just west of Tucson is Old Tucson
Studios, the famous film location where more than
300 movie and television productions have been
filmed. Now a Western theme park, it offers liveaction entertainment, gunfights, interactive educational shows. The Arizona Wine Country is a scenic
one-hour drive from Tucson through rolling hills and
grasses to Sonoita and Elgin wineries. Majestic Mt.
Lemmon, at 9,157 feet, is the highest peak in the
Santa Catalina Mountains. Just 35 miles north of
Tucson, it offers 50 miles of hiking trails, picnic
facilities and a trout-stocked lake. Ski Valley is open
year round offering natural snow skiing in the winter
and incredible sight-seeing during the spring,
summer and fall. Cave enthusiasts can visit Colossal Cave Mountain Park east of town, one of the
largest dry caverns in North America, or the incred-
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ible Kartchner Caverns State Park, one of the
newest in the system. Kartchner, a wet cavern,
offers guided tours, a Discovery center and interpretive displays.
Hiking, Biking . . . Tucson and Pima County are
rich with excellent hiking and biking trails. You are
invited to join two Village hiking groups as they
enjoy a different trail each week. The annual El
Tour de Tucson covers 120 miles in and around the
city with thousands of cyclists from around the
world.
Casinos . . . Tucson boasts the Casino of the Sun,
Casino del Sol, and two Desert Diamond Casino
locations. Monthly buses take Village residents to
Apache Gold Casino in Globe, just 2 hours northeast
of Tucson. All offer first class gaming facilities and
you can enjoy major stars and entertainment at the
Desert Diamond facilities. Phoenix offers several
other major casinos just 2 to 3 hours away.
World Class Health Spas . . .
If you are seeking an “oasis” in the desert, Omni Tucson National
Golf Resort & Spa, Canyon Ranch Health Resort
and the Westin La Paloma Resort & Spa are just a
few of the facilities available.
Points of Interest . . . In the heart of Tucson is the
Reid Park Zoo. The zoo boasts more than 500 exotic
animals from around the world in naturalistic
habitats. Don’t miss the award-winning Snake
Pedestrian Overpass at Broadway and Euclid and an
incredible wall mural of historical photos nearby at
Broadway and Aviation Highway, going into downtown Tucson. The International Wildlife Museum
features over 12 exhibit areas, as well as a walkthrough nocturnal exhibit where you may discover
desert creatures of the night. Ride the tram up
Sabino Canyon, on the northeast edge of Tucson, and
observe the rugged terrain where Columbian mammoth roamed twelve thousand years ago.
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OCTOBER 2010
Red Hat Activities
First FHTV Bingo
FHTV & FHE Flu Shot Clinic
Dance Club Event
Ice Cream Socials
Line Dancing
Wed Night Pot Luck
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NOVEMBER
Red Hat Activities
Welcome Back Breakfast
Veteran’s Day Dance Club Dance
Pancake Breakfast
BBQ on the Patio
Arts & Crafts Sale
Trash or Treasure Patio Sales
FHTV Thanksgiving Dinner
Monthly Prayer Breakfast
Weekly Sunday Social
DECEMBER
• Christmas Open House & Visit
with Santa Claus
• Arts & Crafts Sale
• Gaslight Theatre Christmas Show
• Pancake Breakfast
• Red Hat Activities
• BBQ on the Patio
• Christmas Dance
• FHTV Christmas Dinner
• New Year’s Eve Dance
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JANUARY 2011
Red Hat Activities
Pancake Breakfast
Wednesday Night Entertainment:
Desert Sun String Band
Saturday Night Dance Club
Dance
Arts & Crafts Sale
International Dinner
Scandinavian Dinner
COWIN State Party
Senior Olympics-Pinochle
Competition at FHTV
FEBRUARY
• Sawmill Spaghetti Dinner
• BBQ on the Patio
• Wednesday Night Entertainment:
U of A Encore
• Valentine Day Dance Club Dance
• Superbowl Party
• MOTAN State Party
• Wisconsin Party
• 3I State Party
• Red Hat Activities
• Canadian Party
• Arts & Crafts Sale
• Pancake Breakfast
• Taste of FHTV
MARCH
• FHTV Entertainers Annual Variety
Show
• Wednesday Night Entertainment:
U of A Harp Fusion
• Saturday Night Dance Club Dance
• MN-N & S Dakota & MT State
Party
• Michigan State Party
• Arts & Crafts Sale
• BBQ on the Patio
• Sawmill Picnic
• Computer Club Dinner
• Pancake Breakfast
• Trash or Treasure Patio Sale
• Volunteer Appreciation Luncheon
• Red Hat Activities
• Annual 3 Day Hike
• Hikers Annual Picnic
• Annual FHTV Choral Program
• Show & Tell by Village Artisans
• Omelet Party
APRIL
• End of Season Party
• FHTV Easter Dinner
• Pizza Party
MAY
• Hamburger Cook-Out
• Memorial Day Potluck
JUNE
• Iced Tea Month
• Omelet Party
JULY
• 4th of July Potluck
WEEKLY ACTIVITIES
Please also review the “For The
Fun of It” Section
• Yoga - Ti Chi Chih - Aerobics Zumba
• Sew and Chat—Quilting—
Scrapbooking
• Sunday Coffee Socials
• Line Dancing
• Foto Fun and Computer Club
• Hiking and Golf Groups
• Friday Night Movies-Bingo
• Silver Shop—Jewelry—Glass
Fusion
• Water Color—Oils—Woodcarv
ing—Ceramics
• Shuffle Board—Bocci Ball—Pickle
Ball
And More!!
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Historical Points of Interest...
San Xavier del Bac Mission… “The White
Dove of the Desert,” is an active Tohono O’odham
parish church where mass is said every Sunday...
sometimes called the “Sistine Chapel of North
America” because of its exquisite interior artwork.
Fort Huachuca… This active army post has an
on-post museum chronicling the history of The Fort,
Indian Wars, Buffalo Soldiers and much more.
Check in at the main gate for your free post pass
and museum admission.
Tombstone… Your first trip to the Southwest must
include a visit to this historical Old West town that
is “too tough to die.” Watch a re-enactment of the
famous gunfight at the OK Corral; visit Boot Hill
Cemetery.
Copper Queen Mine… Bisbee, a once infamous
mining boomtown 90 miles southeast of Tucson, is
now an arts and architectural oasis. There are daily
tours of the once great turquoise mine.
Tubac Presidio State Historic Park…
The
first state park in Arizona! Exhibits date from the
16th century and include Arizona’s first newspaper
and historic buildings.
Tumacacori Nat’l Historical Park… A 17th
century Spanish mission, the Garden Museum
Exhibits depict early Indian and Spanish history.
San Pedro Riparian National Conservation
Area... This area is accessible in several places for
hiking, birding and peaceful enjoyment. The
Riparian is one of the few of any size in the
Southwest Desert, making it essential to the diverse
vegetation and wildlife along its banks.
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CHRISTMAS DANCE
Village Happenings...
THE VILLAGER
October 15
December 11
Celebrate the Holidays! The Christmas Dance will
be in the beautifully decorated Fiesta Room. This
time of good cheer is presented by the Dance Club.
The first edition of the bi-weekly newsletter, The
Villager, will be published and delivered to your door
step.
CHRISTMAS OPEN HOUSE & A VISIT
FROM SANTA
FLU SHOT CLINIC
Once again our FHTV family gets together to
celebrate the holiday season with finger foods and
caroling. Santa and his elves bring presents for the
grandchildren of Village guests. Hot drinks and
holiday treats for everyone.
October 19 and November 17
Residents of the Village and Far Horizons East are
given the convenient opportunity to get their flu shots
on site at the Village.
NEAL AND SUSY MILLS 50TH
ANNIVERSARY PARTY/DANCE
October 30
Absolutely everyone is invited to join in. This will
be a good time for all! Enjoy the music by Two’s
Company.
VETERANS DAY DANCE
November 13
A salute to Veterans presented by the Dance Club at
FHTV.
WELCOME BACK BREAKFAST
November 19
Hosted by FHTV Staff to celebrate everyone’s safe
return to the Village, this is the perfect time to get
acquainted with new staff AND new friends and
neighbors. Enjoy some good food and fun with the
staff.
FHTV THANKSGIVING DINNER
December 18
FHTV CHRISTMAS DINNER
December 25
Once again our FHTV family gathers to enjoy a
traditional holiday dinner. If you are far from home
and don’t want to eat in a restaurant, please join us
for a joyous afternoon of company and sharing.
NEW YEAR’S EVE DANCE
December 31
Issue the New Year in with this special
dance presented by FHTV. Enjoy
listening or dancing to the very popular
Tom Patrick Sextet. Party hats,
balloons, champagne will be part of the festivities.
WEDNESDAY NIGHT IN JANUARY
January 12
The Desert Sun String Band will be here for our
listening or dancing pleasure. The first Wednesday
night entertainment of the season should be a must
attend event!
November 25
SCANDINAVIAN PARTY
hike the trails at this distinctive peak. With camping
and day use sites, this park is a feast to the senses in
spring when the poppies bloom and you are
surrounded by color everywhere... site of an annual
re-enactment of an actual Civil War battle.
You are invited to join our FHTV
family as we enjoy a Turkey Dinner
with all the trimmings. Being away
from home does not mean you must
celebrate alone.
January 16
All residents and guests of Scandinavian descent are
invited to an afternoon of authentic foods and some
traditional fun.
The Grand Canyon…
GASLIGHT THEATER
CHRISTMAS SHOW
January 22
Picacho Peak State Park … Pack a lunch and
One of the Seven
Natural Wonders of the World, you must see it to
believe this immense, multi-colored fissure 260
miles in length, 4 to 13 miles in width at the brim,
and 4,000 to 5,000 feet in depth. The Colorado River
has taken four to six million years to carve its way
through rocky layers on its rush from the mountains
of Wyoming to the sea.
Pima County Ghost Towns… Visit Arivaca,
Continental, Twin Buttes, Olive, or Pantano Station.
These are just a few of the ghost towns located
within an easy day trip of Tucson. History and
driving information are available in the Activity
Office.
December 10 & 16
Always an event to remember,
this is a matinee of old-fashioned
side-splitting fun and laughter.
You are encouraged to cheer, boo
and hiss at the characters on stage in an old
west theatre setting. This year’s Christmas performance is guaranteed to be another hit!
DANCE, DANCE, DANCE
A Dance Club dance that should be a whole lot of
fun for everyone!
INTERNATIONAL DINNER
January 28
It’s time again for the annual International Dinner!
Great food and festivities. Mark your calendar for
this special event. This sells out fast!
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COWIN STATES PARTY
January 30
This afternoon of fun is for those from the west
coast - California, Oregon, Washington, Idaho &
Nevada.
SUPERBOWL PARTY
February 6
Hoot and holler for your favorite team at this fun
event. Everyone brings snacks to share and it
promises to be a good time for all.
SAWMILL SPAGETTI DINNER
February 9
Everyone is invited to come and enjoy the fixings by
the crews of the FHTV Sawmill Club. Our spaghetti dinner offers two sauces; one with meat and
the other without-and much, much more. Wives do
the cakes; husbands do the dinner!
VALENTINES DANCE & MORE
February 12
Have a fun day today with your sweetheart!
Browse the Arts and Craft Fair, buy a sweet treat
from the Entertainer’s Bake Sale, play Bingo and
then dance the night away at the Valentines Day
Dance presented by the Dance Club.
CANADIAN PARTY
February 13
Our FHTV Canadian friends do know how to throw
a party! Join them to make new friends from your
native country and have a great time.
MIGHTY MONTAN STATE PARTY
February 19
It is MISSOURI, OKLAHOMA, TEXAS, ARKANSAS & NEW MEXICO getting together for fun and
food.
WISCONSIN PARTY
February 20
If you are from Wisconsin you are invited to join all
the others who have planned a special get-together.
Food, games and good company for all.
3-I STATE PARTY
February 20
WEDNESDAY NIGHT IN FEBRUARY
PACIFIC BREEZE DANCE
February 23
March 12
We are pleased to present the University Of Arizona
Musical Theater Group, Encore. They never fail to
please the audience. A must see event.
Breeze in for a cool refreshing good time presented
by the Dance Club.
THE TASTE OF
FAR HORIZON VILLAGE
FHTV CHORUS CONCERT
February 26
Wine tasting that is! Always a well attended event.
Learn about the wines and enjoy some cheese,
crackers and your friends at the Village.
FHTV ENTERTAINERS VARIETY SHOW
March 1 & 2
The FHTV Entertainer’s Annual Variety Show is
always a talented offering of many Village residents
who left their inhibitions at home. Always good for a
lot of laughs and awe of their talent and imagination.
You have 2 nights to choose from. Put on your
happy face and have some fun. The entertainer’s
club always welcomes new members.
FASHION SHOW
LUNCHEON
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Many of our vocally talented
residents practice for weeks to
offer you an afternoon and/or
evening of music and inspiration, or just plain fun. Their
program is always a surprise,
and never disappointing.
Refreshments will be available after the program.
COMPUTER CLUB DINNER
March 20
The FHTV Computer Club puts on an annual dinner
and invites everyone to attend. There is always good
food and a program that is interesting and informative.
March 4
VOLUNTEER APPRECIATION
LUNCHEON
Our annual fashion show. This
is a must! Good Food, Good
Friends and Good Times by all.
Get your tickets early.
March 24
It’s the staff’s turn to serve all of our great volunteers with lots of good food. This is just our small
way of saying “Thank-You” for all you do!
MINNESOTA, NORTH & SOUTH
DAKOTA, MONTANA & ALASKA
STATES PARTY
SHOW & TELL
March 25
Join other Villagers from your home states for
games, companionship and sharing. You may be
surprised at how at many “neighbors” are here
This is the day our Village artisans display their
projects, some showing all stages of work from start
to finish. You will see and appreciate their terrific
talents and imagination in woodcarving, painting,
sewing, ceramics, jewelry making and so much
more.
MICHIGAN STATE PARTY
END OF SEASON PARTY
March 5
March 6
All Village residents from Michigan enjoy a day of
companionship and good food.
WEDNESDAY NIGHT IN MARCH
March 9
Another feature presentation by the University Of
Arizona Harp Fusion Group. Enjoy the beautiful
music of these outstanding college musicians.
Remember that the monies they make performing
supports their art. Harp fusion performs internationally.
All residents and guests from IOWA, ILLINOIS OR
INDIANA are welcome. This is always a good
time.
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April 1
Something new this year! The former fun day is
taking on a new look. What could it be? We will all
find out Friday April 1. April fools day? Interesting.
EASTER DINNER
April 24
Join us for a wonderful sit-down
dinner to celebrate life and each
other on this special and inspirational holiday. Ham or turkey
is provided by FHTV.
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MEMORIAL DAY POTLUCK
May 30
Historically a fried chicken potluck with all the
trimmings. It is pleasant way to spend the holiday
with friends at the park.
INDEPENDENCE DAY
July 4
Everyone is invited to gather
in the Fiesta Room for a
potluck. There is always good
food, good company and fun
had by all.
LABOR DAY
September 5
One last holiday celebration to close out the summer and begin the winter season here at the Village.
ARIZONA’S
NATIONAL
SCENIC
BYWAYS
Patagonia—Sonoita Scenic Road . . . Traversing the riparian basin of the Santa Cruz River,
this scenic road weaves its way between the
Santa Rita and Patagonia mountains and through
the grasslands and rolling hills of southern
Arizona. The areas geographic diversity attracts
more than 300 bird species, luring birdwatchers
from around the world.
Sky Island Parkway (Catalina Highway) . . .
In about an hour motorists can drive the 27-mile
scenic Sky Island Parkway, leaving the serene
land of desert scrub and climbing Mount
Lemmon into a mixed conifer forest, the
equivalent of moving through five life zones.
For outdoor recreationists, it’s a perfect getaway.
Swift Trail Parkway . . . This parkway heads up
one of southern Arizona’s famous “sky islands,”
Mount Graham near Safford. It climbs about
6,000 feet into lush mountain pine forests,
traverses the habitat of the endangered red
squirrel, bypasses an observatory and concludes
at an 11-acre trout lake.
More information is available in the Activity
Office, or explore at
www.arizonascenicroads.com
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Tucson Area Events
October 2010
Fall Pumpkin Festival… Every weekend in October Enjoy
old-fashioned family fun, take a hayride, pick a pumpkin or
fresh fall vegetables and apples. Visit Apple Annie’s Orchard at
www.AppleAnnies.com/special
Tucson Oktoberfest… September 30-October 3 A German
festival with live music and dancing, kids’ games, craft booths
and German foods. Hi Corbett Field; sponsored by the Optimist
Clubs of Tucson benefiting the children of Tucson.
www.tucsonoctoberfest.org
Rex Allen Days… September 30-October 3 This annual
celebration honors the late Rex Allen, Willcox’s own silver
screen cowboy. Activities include a golf tournament, parade,
country fair, rodeo, turtle race, a softball tournament, cowboy
dances and a county music concert. For more information call
the Willcox Chamber of Commerce and Agriculture at 520384-2272 or visit http://www.rexallendays.org
Patagonia Fall Festival… October 8-10 An annual art show
and fall festival with arts and crafts, gourmet foods and live
music. Learn more at www.patagoniaaz.com
Anza Days... October 16 Tubac Presidio State Historic Park
presents a living history of this areas’ Indian, Mexican and
Spanish Colonial periods. Enjoy historical reenactments,
period costumes, folklorico dancers, mariachi music and
children’s activities.
Tohono Chul Park... Birds of Tohono Chul Park Walking
Tour. Enjoy docent-led walking tours of the grounds at 8:30
AM every Monday, Wednesday, and Saturday thru December
23. www.tohonochulpark.org
Helldorado Days… October 15-17 Tombstone’s oldest
festival celebrating the rip-roaring heyday of “The town too
tough to die,” with annual parade, street vignettes and music.
www.tombstone.org
Tucson Culinary Festival… October 28 - 31 Wine dinners
and seminars featuring more than 70 wineries presenting and
pouring their wines and more than 30 Tucson top chefs
offering their culinary specialties.
www.tucsonculinaryfestival.com
Tucson Bluegrass Festival… October 29-31 Bluegrass and
other old time traditional music performed live. Pima County
Fair Grounds More information at www.desertbluegrass.org
Festival of Color Hot Air Balloon Rally… Colorful hot air
balloons fill the skies in Sierra Vista. www.visitSierraVista.com
for dates and times.
November 2010
Tombstone Western Music Festival… November 5 – 7
Many top performers of today’s western music genre create a
toe-tapping, knee-slapping, foot-stomping good time for all
ages on Stage at Schieffelin Hall. www.tombstone.org
The Loft Film Fest... Nov 11-18 Inspired by the untamed spirit
of independent cinema, showcases an eclectic range of new
and classic films, and champions mavericks of the film world
at The Loft Cinema.
St. Martin’s New Release Festival... November 13 Sonoita
Vineyards fall festival features wine tastings, souvenir glass,
winery tours, food and wine pairings, and live music and dancing.
Holiday Craft Market… November 21-23 A huge annual
holiday craft market has more than 120 booths with handmade
and unique gift items. Tucson Museum of Art
www.tucsonmuseumofart.org
UMC ‘El Tour de Tucson… November 20 A world-class
cycling event where thousands of competitors from all over the
world cover 120 miles in “one of America’s 10 best century
courses.” www.pbaa.com
American Indian Heritage Month Powwow & Craft Market… November 26-28 American Indian artisans, unique
handmade jewelry, decorative items and collectibles, food
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vendors, music and dancing and drumming contests. Rillito
Park Racetrack, Tucson. www.usaindianinfo.org
December 2010
Luminaria Night /Fiesta Navidad… December 3-4 The
Village of Tubac celebrates the holidays by lining its streets and
artist studios with luminarias; shops and galleries stay open late
for shopping; musicians and Santa Claus entertain.
Christmas Apple Festival... Dec 3-4 country crafts fair in
Willcox, Arizona featuring handcrafted arts and crafts, a
baking-with apples contest, entertainment, door prizes , and lots
of fun.
Children’s Las Posada Procession... Dec 12 School presents
a posada, a procession, Barrio Viejo with school children, and
mariachi music, folklorico dancers, pinatas, Christmas songs,
and Mexican food.
Zoo Lights… December 6 – 26 Twinkling lights, jingle bells,
falling snow, Santa Claus and holiday décor at the zoo;
weekends include refreshments and live music. Reid Park Zoo,
Tucson. www.tucsonzoo.org
Winterhaven Festival of Lights… December 12 – 28 Tentative A fantasy of lighted Christmas decorations by the
majority of the residents of Winterhaven. Almost every tree,
lawn and house is lit and decorated for the holiday season. It
can all be viewed by auto, walking or horse drawn carriage.
See more and make ride arrangements at
www.winterhavenfestival.org
4th Avenue Street Fair… December 10 - 12 Free to the
public, this premier event features 400 arts and crafts booths,
35+ food vendors, 2 stages, street musicians, food, jugglers,
street performers and so much more. Ranked as one of the top
visual arts fairs in the country, it covers the middle of the street
for approximately ¾ mile, down and back, along the Fourth
Avenue Shopping District. www.fourthavenue.org
First Night New Year’s Eve Celebration... Dec 31 Downtown
Tucson Partnership presents an all-ages, alcohol-free New
Year’s Eve celebration with events staged continuously at
various venues in downtown Tucson.
New Year’s Competition Powwow... Dec 31-Jan 2 2011
Dancers from over 50 Native American tribes, authentic
handmade crafts, children’s activity areas, traditional American
Indian foods, birds-of-prey exhibit, dancing, singing and drum
contests and information booth, at Rillito Park Race Track
January 2011
Wings Over Willcox… January 12-16 A Birding and Nature
Festival. Birding tours, trade show, seminars and much more.
For more information contact Willcox Chamber of Commerce
and Agriculture at 520-384-2272 or
www.wingsoverwillcox.com.
53rd Annual ARIPEX Stamp Show... Jan 14-16 The Arizona
Federation of Stamp Clubs presents the biennial ARIPEX
“world series” stamp show at Tucson Convention Center.
Annual Tucson Quilt Fiesta… January 21 - 23 More than
300 quilts and other quilted items are showcased. Tucson
Convention Center. If you’re a quilter, go to
www.tucsonquiltersguild.com.
Senior Olympic Festival… January 22 – 31 Dozens of
competitive and non-competitive athletic and social activities
for those age 50 and over. Many Village residents participate
every year. For more information go to
www.tucsonseniorgames.org
Dillinger Days… January 22 Revisit history and celebrate
the Tucson Police Department’s important role in the 1934
capture of John Dillinger and his notorious gang. Activities
include exhibits, lectures, tours, and a film festival at various
locations downtown. Tucson. www.downtowntucson.org
Tucson Gem, Mineral & Fossil Showcase… January 29 –
February 13 The world’s largest marketplace of its kind, with
nearly 50 locations throughout town featuring international
dealers of precious gems, minerals, fossils, beads, jewelry and
jewelry-making materials. Timely details at
www.visittucson.org
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Tucson Area Events (continued)...
February 2011
Wuertz Farm Gourd Festival… February 6 – 8 Gourds of
all kinds, sizes and shapes, plain, painted and carved! You are
invited to the Pinal County Fair Grounds, Casa Grande to enjoy,
marvel and, yes, you can purchase your own gourd. There is
always a lot happening during the festival so go to
www.wuertzfarm.com
Tubac Festival of the Arts… February 4 - 8
This art
colony’s major annual event has outdoor and indoor shopping
and entertainment, with original artworks, crafts and music.
The whole village, one of the oldest continually inhabited
settlements in the country, becomes a showplace for the
duration of the festival. Tubac is an interesting area.
www.tubacaz.com
Arizona Renaissance Festival & Artisans Marketplace… Feb
7 – Mar 28 Weekends Experience an explosion of sights
and sounds at one of the largest events of its kind in the nation.
Revel in the atmosphere of the 16th Century European Country
Faire. From the daily opening ceremony to the closing cannon
shot, every Festival minute and every Festival acre is filled
with mirth, merriment and marketplace exhibitions.
www.royalfaires.com/ARIZONA
Cochise County Cowboy Poetry & Music Gathering... Feb 1113 A celebration of Arizona’s rich cowboy heritage with more
than 50 acclaimed poets and musicians from 11 states
gathering to recount Arizona’s history in poetry and song.
La Fiesta de los Vaqueros Rodeo & Parade… February 19-27
“The Old Pueblo” celebrates its cowboy heritage with a
championship rodeo and the world’s longest non-mechanized
parade. This is always a school holiday! Tucson Rodeo
Grounds. More information at www.tucsonrodeo.org
Tucson Rodeo Parade… February 24 Mostly horse-drawn
parade has been presented since 1925 and is considered the
largest non-motorized parade in the United States
World Golf-Accenture Match Play Championship… February 21-27 Staged in the Sonoran Desert foothills of the
Tortolita Mountains, at the Dove Mountain Golf Club this
competition features the best 64 golfers of the Official World
Golf Ranking. www.visittucson.org/matchplay
Southwest Indian Art Fair… High quality Indian art fair
featuring 200 artists from around the Southwest, with musical
entertainment. Check for 2011 dates at www.statemuseum.arizona.edu
March 2011
Butterfly Magic at the Gardens… All Month An indoor
tropical butterfly exhibit, with more than 100 species of
colorful, farmed butterflies fluttering in a special greenhouse,
and a public viewing room for up-close viewing of emerging
butterflies. Tucson Botanical Gardens www.tucsonbotanical.org
Tucson Winter Chamber Music Festival... March 6-13
Friends of Chamber Music’s critically acclaimed festival
features five concerts, a gala dinner with music at Arizona Inn,
and free-to-the- public master classes and dress rehearsals.
Tucson Festival of Books… March 12 – 13 A region wide
celebration of reading and literacy, sponsored by the Arizona
Daily Star in association with The University of Arizona. The
UA BookStore will serve as central hub for festival activities,
including 15 stage areas and visits by an estimated 300 authors
and 200 exhibitors.
Civil War in the Southwest… March 14 & 15 History reenacted at Picacho Peak State Park, the site of an actual battle,
by soldiers in period costume. Period merchandise available.
www.azstateparks.com
St. Patrick’s Day Parade & Festival… TBA Tucson
Redheads join Irish dancers, musicians, floats and children
frolicking through the heart of Tucson.
www.downtowntucson.org
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Fourth Avenue Street Fair… March 18 - 20 Here’s your
chance if you missed it in December – hundreds of arts and
crafts booths, food vendors, street musicians and performers,
and kids’ entertainment. Downtown Tucson
www.fourthavenue.org
April 2011
ASUA Spring Fling... April 7-10 Associated Students of the
University of Arizona presents the nation’s largest student-run
carnival, with rides, midway games, food, and entertainment at
Rillito (Downs) Park Race Track.
Pima County Fair… April 14 - 24 Old-fashioned fair with
exhibits, food, stage concerts and other live entertainment,
carnival rides, educational exhibits including a new Gem &
Mineral Show section. www.swfair.com
Tucson International Mariachi Conference… April 26-30
An annual celebration of mariachi music and Folklorico
dancing, with student workshops, a concert at Tucson Convention Center and a fiesta at Armory Park.
www.tucsonmariachi.org
May 2011
September 2011
Fall Tucson Gem Shows... Exhibits of retail and wholesale
gems, beads, and jewelry are featured at this smaller version of
Tucson’s renowned winter event. Show list at
www.visittucson.org/gemshow
Brewery Gulch Daze… Chili cook-off, bed races and kids’
carnival in Bisbee’s former red-light district. Bisbee, Arizona
www.discoverbisbee.com/events
Oktoberfest on Mount Lemmon… In the pines and aspens,
enjoy German food and beer, music, dancing and costumes—
join the dancing or relax on a blanket on the ski slopes.
El Tour 10K & 5K Run… Race course winds through scenic,
rugged foothills of Tucson Mountain Preserve.
Greek Festival… Step into another culture and enjoy the
authentic crafts, foods, beverages, pastries, imports music and
dance at St. Demetrious Church. 520-888-0505
Great Tucson Beer Fest… Sample more than 100 beers
from across the Southwest, with food vendors, live and silent
auctions and live music. At Hi Corbett Field, Reid Park, Tucson.
www.azbeer.com
Cinco de Mayo… TBA Learn more about Mexican history at
festival with dancing, music, crafts, and food. Kennedy Park
Fiesta Area, Tucson
Fiesta de la Primavera… May 10-11 Spring festival with
arts and crafts vendors, musical performances, food and
strolling on nature trails surrounding Holy Trinity Monastery. St.
David. www.holytrinitymonastery.org
Wyatt Earp Days… May 23-25 Celebrate the life and
times of the Old West’s most famous lawman in “The town too
tough to die,” with costumed entertainers, a barbecue, stagecoach rides. Tombstone. www.wyattearpdays.com
Tucson Folk Festival... National and local acts perform
traditional music, dance, and entertainment in downtown
Tucson. Presented by the Kitchen Musicians Association.
792-3929 for more info
June 2011
Juneteenth Festival… TBA Commemorates June 19, 1865,
the day when the last of the U.S. Southern slaves got word of
the Emancipation Proclamation — they were FREE! Food,
fashion, crafts, live performances. Kennedy Park, Tucson
Summer Saturday Evenings... Renowned Sonoran Desert
zoo, natural-history museum, and botanical garden opens
Saturday evenings June-Aug.
July 2011
Tucson’s 4th of July Celebration… July 4 Celebrate our
nation’s freedom at the Tucson Convention Center
www.ci.tucson.az.us
Fox Theatre Summer Movie Series… All Summer Classic
movies for the entire family are shown at Downtown Tucson’s
historic, Southwestern Art Deco movie palace.
www.foxtucsontheatre.org
HA:SAN BOK Saguaro Harvest Cebebration... The Sonoran
Desert’s majestic saguaro cactus is honored during the fruit
harvest. La Posta Quemada Ranch, Colossal Cave Mountain
Park. 647-7121
August 2011
August Festival at Sonoita Vineyards… Commemorating an
upcoming bountiful harvest with grape-stomping contest,
tractor-drawn guided vineyard tour and grape-tasting, live
music and local restaurants providing food to complement the
wines. www.sonoitavineyards.com
Vigilante Days... Wild West history comes to life in the streets
of “The town too tough to die.” Tombstone 888-457-3929
La Fiesta de San Agustin… Celebrate Tucson’s birthday with
outdoor festival honoring Tucson’s patron saint, St. Augustine.
Live entertainment, art exhibits, speakers, concessions and
mass at St. Augustine Cathedral. Tucson
www.culturalexchangecouncil.org
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recognizes and benefits our best Tucson
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Wireless Internet Quick Start
PC Users
1. Click the “View Wireless Networks” icon (lower right corner
of the screen - looks like a mini computer screen - not the
double screens for local network).
2. Click the “View Wireless Networks”.
Continue to step 3
Mac Users
1. Click the AirPort icon (upper right corner of the screen looks like an upside down triangle with several black lines
or an empty triangle if turned off.)
2. Verify that Airport is turned on (i.e. Airport: On). If not, click
“Turn AirPort on”.
Continue to step 3
All Users
3. Select one of the several networks labeled TengoInternet
(i.e. TengoInternet.2089 – TengoInternet.2104) pick the
one with the highest signal (i.e. the most black or green
bars). Allow a minute or so for it to recognize the signals. PC
users - once it says “Connected” by the network you
chose, click the red “X” to close the wireless network
window. Mac users – you are connected when the triangle
has stopped moving & you see solid black bars (2-4
depending on how strong the signal is).
4. Open your web browser by clicking the icon on your
desktop or selecting it from the menu.
5. When the browser attempts to load up your default website
(i.e. yahoo.com, msn.com, etc.) it will redirect you to the
TengoInternet Welcome To Far Horizons screen. If you do
not have a default website for your browser, type in any
website address and you will be redirected to the
TengoInternet login screen.
6. Click on the Coupon Users tab (box on right side of
screen). Fill in your information, including the coupon code
you received from the office (all fields are required and the
coupon code is NOT your password) and click Submit.
7. If your login is successful, the RV Spirit screen will load. If
your login is unsuccessful call TengoInternet at
1.866.968.3646.
8. You may now go to any website of your choosing, just put
in any website address (i.e. yahoo.com, etc.) by typing it in
at the top of the screen or select from your Favorites (PC)
or Bookmarks (Mac) and hit Enter. Now that you are
registered you will no longer be required to login or enter
your coupon code (refer to step 9 for the exception).
9. You will also receive an email with your login information
(username and password). You will use this only if you
lose connection (because TengoInternet goes down, you
lose signal or turn off your computer) and need to login to
the network. Note: You do not need to enter your coupon
code. To login you will (similar to step 6 above) select the
Login tab and then fill in the username and password and
click Submit. You will then come to the TengoInternet
Connection screen and click “Connect to the Internet”
button (should be the first selection under Welcome to Far
Horizons) at the top center of the screen to resume your
access. And then repeat steps 7 & 8 above.
10.If you still have questions, ask for the information sheet at
the Gate Office or call TengoInternet at 1.866.968.3646.
Ready to Head North?
ABOUT TUCSON
Tucson, known as the “Old Pueblo,” offers visitors a
striking blend of contrasts shaped by a distinctive
heritage and accessible natural wonders. Regional
architecture, cuisine, music and art reflect the
colorful and varied past of our Native American,
Spanish, Mexican and Western pioneer ancestors.
The area surrounding Sentinel Peak just west of
downtown has been inhabited for an estimated 3,000
years and is considered the city’s birthplace.
Irishman Hugh O’Connor, who served in the Spanish army, founded present-day Tucson August 20,
1775. He established the legendary walled Presidio
de San Agustin which is commemorated in the
historic downtown El Presidio neighborhood.
Residents actively support local arts – the city’s
own fine symphony, ballet, opera, theater and avantgarde art scene have made Tucson a thriving
cultural center.
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Come visit Far Horizons 49er Village RV Resort, our active
family resort, in the historic Sierra Foothills of California. It
is a full-service, destination RV Resort conveniently located
in the heart of the historic California Gold Country — where,
it all began 150 years ago with the discovery of gold in 1848.
Money magazine recently named California’s Amador
County as “One of the Best Places to Visit in North
America,” citing area wineries, history and recreation.
Today, the Sierra Foothills still offer ample discoveries for
visitors. Experience the underground world of a hardrock
miner in an actual mine setting or taste the new California
Gold: wines from the 30 award-winning wineries of the
Shenandoah Valley. Four USGA golf courses are within 30
minutes of our facility. Or, for those who want to stop and
smell the flowers, visit the 14 acres of floral wonder at the
Amador Flower Farm in the Shenandoah Valley.
Our excellent ratings in all of the major national
directories places Far Horizons 49er Village RV Resort in
the top percentile of privately-owned parks and campgrounds. We offer 329 full hook-up sites plus Vacation
Cottages which provide an opportunity to experience the
destination resort lifestyle while enjoying the amenities of
home! Banquet and meeting facilities and our in-house
catering are available for groups.
You will find a recreation complex featuring 2 pools,
jacuzzi, billiard hall, horseshoe pits and separate shuffleboard and volleyball courts. Plus, the laundry facilities,
library, and Café at the Park — our deli-espresso café & gift
shop which opens daily at 7 a.m. Visit our Website at:
www.49ervillage.com for a look at our resort.
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FUN
GUEST SERVICES
For The Fun Of It!
At Far Horizons Tucson Village, numerous activities
are provided to entertain registered guests during
their stay. Please enjoy our recreational facilities
during your visit.
Art Room… During the season the Art Room
(Cactus Room) is a hotbed of activity. On Monday
mornings, a session in oils is held; Ceramics on
Wednesdays. The Village has many talented people
in areas including watercolors and sketch to help
you with your project.
Billiard Room… The Billiard Room is located in the
breezeway of the Clubhouse Complex. We have
furnished, for your enjoyment, four of the finest
tables available. Young people under the age of 18
are only allowed in the Billiard Room when accompanied and supervised by a sponsoring guest.
Bingo… Every Saturday during the season games of
bingo are played in the Fiesta Room starting at 1:00
PM. All proceeds collected are paid out in prizes.
Boccie Ball… Boccie Ball court is located outside
the shuffleboard area. Everyone is invited to join the
group of Villagers to play every Monday and Thursday.
Cards… Card games of all varieties are a daily
occurrence at FHTV. From Poker, to 500, Duplicate
Bridge, Pinochle, Cribbage, Bridge and even Mah
Jongg. All registered Village guests are welcome.
Computer Station... Far Horizons Computor Club
provides a computer for on-line access as well as a
high-speed line for laptop connection in the info.com
Room, just off the Library. Membership in the
Computer Club gains access to the club’s dedicated
high speed, wide screen computer at the same
location. The Clubhouse area has a Wi-Fi hot spot
for your convenience. Nomad ISP can be contacted
for a Wi-Fi secured hookup at your site.
Craft Shops… The Village offers three separate
craft buildings. The “Sawmill” (located in the
northwest corner of the Village) features saws and
lathes for building your project. A monitor is always
present when this shop is open. The “Rock Shop”
(located at the west corner of the Clubhouse Complex) hums with rock polishing and the creation of
jewelry. A monitor has the shop open every weekday
during the season. The “Silversmith Shop” (located
between the Shuffleboard courts and the Laundry)
houses Silversmithing, Stained Glass, Glass Fusion
and Leather Crafts. Stained Glass beginners meet
on Tuesdays with some equipment available for your
use.
Driving Range… A driving net is located on the
southwest corner of the Clubhouse Complex. Clubs
and balls are available at the net.
Exercise Room… The Exercise Room is located on
the east side of the Clubhouse Complex and is also
accessible from the Laundry Room. State-of-the-art
equipment is provided. Video instructions can be
obtained from the Activity Office. A waiver needs to
be signed before using the equipment. Far Horizons
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For Your Convenience...
Tucson Village is not responsible for injuries received through exercising or the use of any of the
equipment provided.
Hiking… As many as 50 Village residents and
guests hike the trails of the Tucson area each week.
There are two levels of hikers, the No-Hurry and the
Hardy. They share rides to the trailheads and each
group has a leader who has experience with our
many trails.
Horseshoes… For good old-fashioned horseshoes,
the pits are next to the Shuffleboard Courts.
Library… The Library is located adjacent to the TV
Room. Videos, puzzles and books are all loaned on
the honor system.
Mini Golf… Meet here for a game of miniature golf
by the pool. Enjoy a leisurely game or challenge
someone for the championship.
Pickle Ball...Located in our Pioneer Park area with
Picnic Tables and a new covered Gazebo. Everything you need is available in the activity office. Fun
for everyone. Raise the net and play Badminton!
Puzzle Table… Tables are set up in the Arizona
Bonanza Room and there is always a puzzle, or
two, in progress. You are invited to sit for a while
and work, or just find a piece or two at a time.
Sewing Room… This is a busy room buzzing with
activity. There is always a work in progress; (for
example, see the tapestry on the Activity Office
wall and the adobe village wall quilt in the Lobby.)
This is the place to quilt, cross stitch, and learn from
each other.
Shuffleboard… Nine Shuffleboard Courts are open
for play when an advisor is present – we will be
glad to help you learn the game. Check with the
Activity Office for days and times. Courts are lit for
evening play. Tournaments are held during the
season.
Sauna... Men and Women’s saunas are located at
the Comfort Station Complex adjacent to the swimming pool.
Spa… The Spa is located next to the shallow end of
the pool. It is open year-round to those 18 years and
older. Persons must shower before entering the hot
tub. Soap and oil will damage the filter system. (See
other swimming pool rules.)
Swimming Pool… Designed for year-round comfort
and enjoyment, our pools are UNGUARDED, so
please adhere to all of the posted rules. Everyone
must shower before entering any of the pools. No
breakables are allowed in the pool or Ramada area.
Swimming suits only, no cutoffs, T-shirts or other
inappropriate apparel. Soap, shampoo, rafts and
large floats are not welcome in the pool. No jumping, running, or diving. Radios without earphones are
not allowed. Please do not remove furniture.
TV Room… Sit and relax and enjoy the big-screen
TV (donated by longtime resident C. Torp).
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Check-Out Items… The Activity Office has many items
that can be checked out, from patio heaters and health
equipment to the Costco card.
Fax & Copy Service… Copies - 10¢ per page for black,
25¢ for color. Fax $1.00 per page. Contact the Activity Office.
Ice… A machine is available in the Laundry Room.
Laundry… Up-to-date laundry facilities are located to the
south of the Clubhouse Complex with a small drying area out
back.
Mail… Guest mail is delivered to individual mailboxes for
each site in the Village. These mailboxes are located outside
the Laundry Room. Packages are delivered to the Gate Office
and a notice is put in your box to pick it up there.
Messages… Emergency messages will be hand-delivered as
quickly as possible. Maintenance personnel carry cell phones
that are answered 24 hours a day.
Modem… A computer managed by the computer club is
available in the info.com room.
Newspapers… The Arizona Daily Star (www.azstarnet.com)
and USA Today (www.usatoday.com) are delivered in the
mornings. The Arizona Republic is available for subscription;
contact the Activity Office for information.
Notary Service… The Operations Manager is a notary. This
service is offered at no charge.
Offices…
Gate Office: The office at the main gate is the place for
guest reservations and registrations, payments, help with
emergencies, tourist information, and directions to outside
services.
Activity Office: Located in the Clubhouse, this is the
place to visit to plan your resort activities, learn about local
events and secure a host of other information.
Pay Phone… A pay phone is located in the swimming pool
area, against the wall of the Fiesta Room.
Propane… During the high season a private company has a
truck that delivers lot-to-lot up to three days a week, low season
once a week, and in the off-season propane service is available
by appointment. They will stop at your lot if you put out one of
their “service” signs which are available at the Gate and
Activity offices. Tanks must be currently certified and equipped
with a P.O.L. plug. A second company will deliver, by appointment only.
The Villager… The Villager is our in-house newsletter
which provides all the news on Village events and happenings
and is the source for the latest resort news and information. The
paper is published bi-monthly during the season and delivered
to your site; it is also available on the web at
www.fgtvnewsletter.spaces.live.com. A blog is also posted to at
www.fhtvtucsonvillage.blogspot.com.
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Vacation Rentals
A
Annual Guest Seasonal Plan...
Home Away From Home
Has the time come to spend extended periods of
time in Arizona? How does a winter vacation
home located at Far Horizons Tucson Village
sound? Our Annual lease plan offers an affordable
opportunity to establish a seasonal vacation
home.
Take a moment to consider the advantages
our Annual site lease plan offers:
Far Horizons Tucson Village is pleased to offer
an on-site cottage rental plan designed for visitors
who do not own a recreational vehicle or park
home. Our Vacation Cottages are designed to make
vacations pleasurable and fun by combining the
winter destination resort living experience with the
benefits and conveniences of contemporary vacation
accommodations.
Our premium level one-bedroom vacation
cottages are the newest model produced by
Silvercrest. These one-bedroom units feature a
queen size bedroom with entertainment center and
include expanded cable, full bath, kitchen and living
room. Our premium units feature only the highest
luxury and quality levels, and include a covered
parking area, BBQs and patio furniture, plus a
storage shed.
Our standard units are late model park homes
by Cavco. These units all include a queen size
bedroom, basic cable, full bath, kitchen and living
room.
All of our rental cottages are fully furnished and
equipped with everything you need for a relaxing
visit including: basic cable TV, bedding and towels,
cookware, utensils and dishes, microwave and
coffeemaker.
Rentals are available on a daily, weekly and
monthly term and rates are based on the unit and the
season. All cottages are smoke-free and no pets are
allowed.
Vacation Cottage rentals are a perfect alternative for relatives or friends to enjoy our village
community in the heart of the Tucson. Reservations
are now being accepted for the season.
1. Fellowship…..Far Horizons Tucson Village is
large enough to have it all yet small enough to know
who you are. Become a part of our friendly community.
2. Reliability… Your site is available for your own
use, guaranteed. (No more site uncertainty during
those peak demand periods.)
3. Convenience…. Your RV or Park Home remains
on site year-round, ready for your arrival without the
transportation headache. (Unless you choose to
travel elsewhere.)
4. Relaxation…Know that all of the facilities and
amenities at Far Horizons are readily available for
your enjoyment. Swim, exercise, create or relax!
5. Flexibility…Stick to your schedule rather than
somebody else’s! Stay for as long as time permits.
Visit Far Horizons Vacation Cottage Sales to
learn about turn key – ready to move in quality park
homes or special ordering your own custom
configured model. You will be surprised at the
amenities and appointments that our homes include. Our sales office is also a great resource for
re-sale units located at Far Horizons Tucson
Village.
Hasn’t the time come to treat yourself to a
healthy dose of nature without leaving civilization? Make Far Horizons Tucson Village your
home away from home.
Far Horizons Tucson Village street
For More Information
Contact George Sanford 444-6037
[email protected]
Far Horizons Tucson Village
Vacation Cottage Sales
Offering fabulous Silvercrest Park Model
Vacation Homes --Your home away from home.
THE SONOMA
THE CASITA
THE CHALET
Entry to Far Horizons Village
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ABOUT YOUR SITE...
Far Horizons Tucson Village is a 30-acre RV complex featuring 514 sites with full hookups including
cable TV and phone capability. All sites are level
and have a patio. The following information and
guidelines will help you get settled in at Far Horizons Tucson Village, a premier Tucson RV Resort.
Water… The Village is on well water. The
pressure is maintained at 45 psi.
Utilities… All spaces are equipped with full hookups
– water, electric and sewer. State law requires
sealed sewer connections and proper power hookups. Please use the utilities on your own assigned
site only.
Parking… Park your vehicle(s) to the left of your
RV. Parking on the street or in any vacant RV
space within the Village is not allowed without
arrangements at the Gate Office. A maximum of
two non-habitable vehicles per site are permitted.
For extra vehicles, storage is available in assigned spaces for a fee, or at Far Horizons East,
adjacent to the Village.
Cable TV… All sites are cable TV capable. Expanded Cable TV is activated at our upgraded shortterm stay Patio sites. A private cable company
needs to be contacted for service for all other sites.
Electric… All electric pedestals are equipped with
20, 30 & 50 amp receptacles. When you stay for a
month or longer your meter will be read and billed
at the Tucson Electric Power rate.
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Golf, Fishing
“One of the Best
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Celebrating 35
30++ Years
of Creating RV Memories
329 sites w/ full hook-ups, rigs to 45’
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Trailer Life 9.5 /10★/ 8
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Reservations: 800-339-6981 ★ www.49ervillage.com
Visit our website… www.tucsonvillage.com
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June -- September
October -- November
April - May
$ 35.00
$ 30.00
$ 27.00
$ 41.00
$ 35.00
$ 32.00
$ 47.00
$ 40.00
$ 37.00
$ 205.00
$ 175.00
$ 155.00
$ 245.00
$ 205.00
$ 185.00
$ 285.00
$ 235.00
$ 215.00
$ 575.00
$ 475.00
$ 425.00
$ 700.00
$ 575.00
$ 525.00
$ 825.00
$ 675.00
$ 625.00
$ 4,100.00
$ 3,800.00
$ 4,100.00
$ 3,800.00
$ 4,100.00
$ 3,800.00
Monthly /Annual Rates (plus utilities)
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ON-LINE RESERVATIONS
Tents…No tents allowed. The design of our
facility and the terms of our license to operate
require that all of our guests sleep inside their
RV’s.
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Rate Schedule
Storage… No storage of items under or around
your RV or on your RV site is permitted.
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Telephone… A phone connection is available at all
lots. Arrangements for phone service must be made
with Qwest or Cox Communications. A pay phone is
available in the pool area against the outside wall of
the Fiesta Room.
Refuse & Recycling… A collection bin is located
at the north end of the Village to accommodate
the short-term RV spaces. Large garbage and
recycle containers are located at the south end of
the Clubhouse Complex.
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Sewer… Your sewer hose hooks up to the 3-inch
male thread pipe near your pedestal. The Health
Department recommends that you use a sewer hose
support.
Clothes Lines… Clothes lines or outdoor drying
of laundry is not permitted on your lot. A fully
equipped laundry facility is provided with a small
drying yard for your convenience.
December -- March
GUIDELINES...
General Village Information...
The following information is provided to assist Village guests
while visiting Far Horizons Tucson Village. Please take a
moment to familiarize yourself with resort services,
procedures, policies and facilities.
Barbecues… Two barbecues are located in the pool area for
use by Village guests. We do request that they be cleaned
after you use them.
Bicycles… Please ride bicycles only on the roads. No
bicycle riding is permitted through vacant sites, on walkways,
or in the Clubhouse Complex. Bicycle riders should exercise
the same caution and rules of the road as any other vehicle.
Bicycles without lights and reflectors should not be ridden
after dark.
Checkout Time… Checkout time is 12 Noon. If you
require additional time, please contact the Gate Office for
arrangements. We encourage our guests to stay for additional
days, however, please be aware that when extending a visit
you may have to move to another site if the site you are
occupying is committed.
Children… Far Horizons Tucson Village operates a
community for those age 55 and older. As an adult community,
no guest under 18 years of age shall remain overnight.
Persons under 18 years of age must be accompanied by a
registered resident or guest of Far Horizons Tucson Village
when in the Clubhouse or utilizing any of the complex
facilities. Overnight minor visitation is permitted for direct
family members under age 18 during specified periods.
Please consult management for more details.
Comfort Stations… We have clean, modern and top-rated
restrooms. There are three restroom locations: 1) At the south
end of the Pool Complex in the Comfort Station Complex.
2) Off the Lobby in the Clubhouse. 3) In the hallway between
the info.com Room and the Cactus Room.
Emergencies… Contact the Gate Office. For help after
business hours please call 520-404-9525, or call 911.
Gate… The Village is a gated community. The security gate
is open during the day but closes at night and then must be
accessed by a security card. This card is obtained from the
Gate Office upon registration.
Guests… Friends or relatives visiting you during your stay
are welcome, but must stop and register at the Gate Office
before proceeding to your site. All overnight guests must
register at the Gate Office and remit the appropriate fees. As
the registered host, you must accompany your guests at all
times when in and around the Clubhouse Complex and using
the facilities. You are responsible for the conduct of your
guests while they are visiting Far Horizons Tucson Village.
Hospitals… There are two major hospitals within five
miles: St. Joseph’s, 350 N. Wilmot Rd. (873-3000 or
www.carondelet.org) and Tucson Medical Center, 5301 E.
Grant Rd. (327-5461 or www.tmcaz.com.) The University
Medical Center 1501 N. Campbell Ave. (694-0111 or
www.azumc.com) is eight miles away. The Southern Arizona
VA Health Care System has a major medical comlex at 3601
S. 6th Ave. (792-1450) and a new outpatient clinic at 7395 S.
Houghton Rd. The Tucson Heart Hospital, 4888 N. Stone Ave.
(696-2468 or www.tucsonhearthospital.com) is also 12 miles
from the Village.
Lost & Found… The Village Lost & Found is located in
the Laundry Room. Small valuable items are turned in to the
Activity Office until retrieved by owners.
5. He/she stays away from all Village resort buildings and
facilities
6. He/she stays in designated pet areas
7. Your pet stays inside your RV at night
8. Your pet walks only in approved pet areas
(See Map pg. 12)
9. No pets allowed in rental units
Failure to adhere to the above guidelines may result in the
violating pet owner being asked to leave.
Seasons… Far Horizons offers a three-season rate structure
and seasonal hours of service. Peak Season is Dec-Mar.
Mid-Season is Apr-May, Oct-Nov. Value Season is JuneSept.
Smoke Free… All buildings are smoke free.
Speed Limit… The speed limit within the Village is 10
miles per hour. Please obey all traffic signs in the Village.
Suggestions & Bright Ideas… Far Horizons Tucson
Village would like to hear our guests’ suggestions. Please
contact one of our offices with your thoughts or drop off a note
with your suggestion.
Vehicles… Washing of cars or recreational vehicles is
allowed on your site. Be sure to rinse well so that the white
soap scum is washed away. Mechanical work or repairs on
vehicles is not permitted inside the Village.
Motorcycles… Motor-driven cycles or mopeds should be
used to go from your site to the gate only. Please do not ride
motor-driven cycles around the Village.
Neighbor Courtesy… No unnecessary noise during our
quiet time from 10 pm to 8 am. In general, please respect your
neighbor’s right to a quiet and peaceful visit. Radios and tape
players are not allowed in the Clubhouse Complex area.
Pets… Sections at both the north and south ends of the
Village and the connecting outside perimeter area are
designated for occupancy by guests with pets. Dog walk areas
are accessible from both locations. We know you love your
pet and we will too, if:
1. When outside your pet is on a leash no longer than 6 ft.
2. You clean up after your pet
3. You prevent pet noise from disturbing others
4. He/she is attended at all times
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RV STAGING REQUIREMENTS
BOCCE BALL
Stage your RV to the right of the patio pad. All
RV units must be backed onto the site. When
parked, the unit must be situated on the lot so
that no part of the slide-out sections hang out over
the lot lines. If a car dolly is used, it must be
stored under the RV at the rear on the lot. Once
the RV unit is properly staged there will be space
to the left of the unit to contain the tow vehicle so
that it does not protrude onto the street when
parked. A maximum of one habitable vehicle is
allowed on a site.
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