Mother’s Day with your unique Mom

What kind of mom do you have? If she’s not traditional (or even if she is), consider a trip to Cochise County. There are three events that will help you celebrate your unique Mom during Mother’s Day weekend, May 8-10.
Motorcycle Mama
If she’s a biker babe, you and she can motor down to the Border [...]

Bisbee’s Warren on Arizona’s state seal

Ever look at Arizona’s state seal? There’s a miner depicted there who is connected to Cochise County’s history.
The mining prospector is George Warren, a man who held a claim to Bisbee’s copper wealth.
Clay Thompson wrote a column in Friday’s Arizona Republic that talked a little bit about the man and why he is on the [...]

Bluegrass in Benson this weekend

If you’re a fan, you will want to come to the Bluegrass in the Park, a festival in Benson. I went last year and had a great time. The music was fantastic. It was so relaxing sitting under the canopy in Lion’s Park. The weather was perfect.
This year, the festival is Friday through Sunday. You’ll [...]

Golf in Cochise County=great deals

Cochise County is known for its Old West, Native American and Military history. But did you know there are seven public golf courses in Cochise County?
With greens fee starting at $20 per person for 18 holes, they’re a great value too! Prices are current as of 4/20/2009. Check with each club for deals including midweek [...]

Kartchner Caverns’ discounts begin June 1, 2009

Want a deal on an amazing attraction?
Kartchner Caverns State Park announced it will lower admission fees this summer. Tickets for adults (age 14 and up) will be $12 each (regularly $18.95), and tickets for kids (age 7-13) will be $5 (regularly $9.95). Children age 6 and under are free. I’d say that’s a deal!
The park [...]

Down by the River B & B at sunset

Down by the River Bed & Breakfast inn. Phone: 520-720-9441

Events in Cochise County aren’t ‘taxing’!

OK, it’s tax season. Ugh! I owe this year (I am NOT happy).
But that day shouldn’t ruin your whole month. Most of Cochise County’s events for April are FREE! And the ones that aren’t are still a bargain! So take a drive to southeastern Arizona, and have some fun!
April 18, 4th Annual West End Block [...]

Recurring events in Cochise County

Want the chance to learn about Arizona’s history or experience some of southern Arizona’s greatest outdoor activities? You can with some of the events in Cochise County that happen on a regular basis.
Tours of Historic Faraway Ranch, Chiricahua National Monument
The Faraway Ranch was one of the earliest cattle and guest ranches in southeast [...]

Stunning photo of Tombstone

I came across Mark Harmel’s blog post of travel through Cochise County. He took this shot of Tombstone, and I think it is stunning!
It’s a great use of light at sunrise. The Old West never looked so rich. It almost as if the buildings are covered in precious metals, which is how Tombstone was founded… [...]

Arizona Trail–start it in Cochise County!

Have you hiked any of the Arizona Trail’s 817 miles? If you have, you know that it’s got some gorgeous scenery along the way. Part of that trail starts right here in Cochise County.
Last week, an Arizona Daily Star article announced that the Arizona Trail has been designated a National Scenic Trail. President Barack Obama [...]