Resource Guide PHOENIX & CENTRAL AMERICAN INDIAN TRIBES Ak-Chin Indian Community Maricopa 520-568-1000, ak-chin.nsn.us The Ak-Chin Indian Community is nestled into the northern part of the Sonoran Desert, 35 miles south of Phoenix. The community has a variety of enterprises, including Ak-Chin Farms, Harrah’s Ak-Chin Casino, Ak-Chin Southern Dunes Golf Club and the Ak-Chin Circle Entertainment Center. When you visit, don’t skip the Ak-Chin Him-Dak Eco Museum, historic 1920s BIA Agent House and the 1920s St. Francis of Assisi Mission School House built in the 1930s. End your visit with a stop at the Ak-Chin Vekol Market for great burgers, fresh salad and other convenience store needs. Fort McDowell Yavapai Nation Fort McDowell Yavapai Nation 480-789-4957, wekopacasinoresort.com Located in beautiful Scottsdale/ Fountain Hills, Fort McDowell is just 20 minutes from Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport, surrounded by breathtaking 360-degree Sonoran Desert and mountain views. Attractions include We-Ko-Pa Casino Resort, We-Ko-Pa Golf Club, Fort McDowell Adventures and Eagle View RV Resort (Asah Gweh Oou-o). Gila River Indian Community Sacaton 520-796-5389, wildhorsepass.com The Wild Horse Pass Development Authority (WHPDA) is the Gila River Indian Community’s entity responsible for developing the Wild Horse Pass Development Area, a 3,300-acre master planned commercial development zone and the Community’s premiere tourist destination. The Wild Horse Pass Destination includes: Sheraton Grand at Wild Horse Pass, Gila River Resorts & Casinos-Wild Horse Pass, Whirlwind Golf Club, Aji Spa, Rawhide Western Town & Event Center, Phoenix Premium Outlets, KOLI Equestrian Center, Radford Racing School and Huhugam Heritage Center. Additionally, oversees the Four Points Hotel and Toka Sticks Golf Course at the Phoenix-Mesa Gateway Airport. Salt River Pima-Maricopa Indian Community (SRP-MIC) Near Scottsdale 480-362-2700, discoversaltriver.com Nestled amidst Arizona’s arid deserts, between the neighboring cities of Scottsdale and Mesa, lies the Salt River Pima-Maricopa Indian Community. Home to two distinct tribes, the Onk Akimel O’odham (Pima) and Xalychidom Piipaash (Maricopa), SRP-MIC embodies rich history and a heritage of hospitality. Within the Community’s Talking Stick Entertainment District, a vibrant fusion of dining, entertainment, and stunning mountain backdrops awaits. It’s the kind of place where you can dine with medieval knights, explore underwater worlds and step out on the town to create lasting memories. Whatever experience you’re after, we’ve got it from A to Z. See ad on page 72 Bucky’s & Yavapai Casinos Prescott 928-776-5695, buckyscasino.com Smoke-free gaming, exciting promotions, hot new slots, live action blackjack, roulette and craps. Camelback Ranch-Glendale Phoenix 623-302-5000, camelbackranchbaseball.com Goodyear Ballpark Goodyear 623-882-3120, goodyearbp.com/ spring-training-tickets Hohokam Stadium Mesa 480-644-4451, mlb.com/ athletics/spring-training Hot Air Expeditions Phoenix 480-502-6999, hotairexpeditions.com Hot air ballooning experiences available daily, year-round. Post-flight bubbly and bites included. See ad on page 49 Mesa Historical Museum Mesa 480-835-2286, mesahistoricalmuseum.com Exhibits showcasing historical objects and photos that depict stories about Mesa’s early years. Peoria Sports Complex Peoria 623-773-8700, peoriasportscomplex.com/spring-training/purchase-tickets Queen Creek Olive Mill Queen Creek 480-888-9290, queencreekolivemill.com An agritourism destination where award-winning extra virgin olive oil meets farm-to-table dining. p Salt River Fields at Talking Stick Scottsdale 480-270-5000, saltriverfields.com/spring-training-at-salt-river-fields Scottsdale Stadium Scottsdale 480-312-2586, scottsdaleaz.gov/ scottsdale-stadium/spring-training Sloan Park Mesa 480-668-0500, mlb.com/cubs/ sloan-park/tickets Surprise Stadium Surprise 623-222-2222, surprisestadium.com/tickets Tempe Diablo Stadium Tempe 480-350-5265, tempe.gov/ government/community-services/ community-recreation-centers/ diablo-stadium =Pets allowed =Electric vehicle charging station on-site =Official Visitor Center City of Litchfield Park Litchfield Park 623-935-5033, litchfieldpark.gov See ad on page 46 Discover Salt River Scottsdale 480-362-2700, discoversaltriver.com p e Experience Scottsdale Scottsdale 800-782-1117, experiencescottsdale.com See ad on page 29 p e Explore Pinal County Florence 520-866-6309, explore.pinal.gov See ad on page 82 Visit Glendale Glendale 623-930-4500, visitglendale.com See ad on page 47 p Visit Mesa Mesa 800-283-6372, visitmesa.com See ad on page 71 p e Visit Phoenix Phoenix 877-225-5749, visitphoenix.com See ad on page 3 p e Visit Superior Superior 520-689-5752, superiorarizona.com See ad on page 1 p e ARIZONA OFFICIAL VISITOR CENTERS Apache Junction Chamber of Commerce Apache Junction 480-982-3141, ajchamber.com Arizona Heritage Center Tempe 480-929-0292, arizonahistoricalsociety.org/ museum/arizona-heritage-center Casa Grande Tourism and Visitor Center Casa Grande 520-836-2125, experiencecasagrande.com See ad on page 49 Coolidge Chamber of Commerce Coolidge 520-723-3009, coolidgechamber.org Discover Salt River Scottsdale 480-362-2700, discoversaltriver.com/discover-salt-river-visitor-center Florence Chamber of Commerce Florence 520-868-5216, discoverflorenceaz.com Fountain Hills Chamber of Commerce Fountain Hills 480-837-1654, fhchamber.com Scottsdale Visitor Center -Experience Scottsdale Scottsdale 800-782-1117, experiencescottsdale.com Southwest Valley Chamber of Commerce Goodyear 623-932-2260, southwestvalleychamber.org Sunland Visitor Center Eloy 520-466-3007, sunlandvisitorcenter.org Wickenburg Visitor Center Wickenburg 928-684-5479, wickenburgchamber.com DINING Litchfield’s Litchfield Park 855-699-1856, litchfieldsrestaurant.com The perfect blend of artful American cuisine and historic charm with contemporary and innovative thought. e Ocean Trail at Talking Stick Resort Scottsdale 480-850-7777, talkingstickresort. com/dining/ocean-trail An exclusive 19-seat seafood bar serving classic Cajun and Creole dishes made right in front of you. e Orange Sky at Talking Stick Resort Scottsdale 480-850-8606, talkingstickresort.com With commanding Valley views and an award-winning wine list, it’s the height of culinary excellence. e Red Allen’s Bar & Grill Litchfield Park 855-699-1856, wigwamarizona. com/dining/reds-bar-grill Sweeping golf course views, an array of delectable burgers and a well-rounded selection of craft beers. p ATTRACTIONS American Family Fields of Phoenix Phoenix 623-245-5500, mlb.com/brewers/spring-training Boyce Thompson Arboretum Superior 520-689-2723, btarboretum.org Immerse yourself in the beauty of the desert at Arizona’s largest and oldest botanical garden. p DESTINATION INFORMATION Arizona State Parks & Trails Phoenix 877-MY-PARKS, azstateparks.com p See ad on page 13 Casa Grande Tourism and Visitor Center Casa Grande 520-836-2125, experiencecasagrande.com NATIONAL FORESTS Tonto National Forests Phoenix 602-225-5200, fs.usda.gov/tonto PUBLIC LANDS Arizona State Land Department Phoenix 602-542-4631, land.az.gov 70 VISITARIZONA.COM
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