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Saturday, April 28, 2012, 5:00 pm
Rancho Manana Golf Club, Cave Creek
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Photo courtesy of Michelle Fish, FishEye Photography. |
Join us for a wonderful evening under the stars! Our 17th annual Sonoran Stars fundraising event will feature a gourmet dinner prepared by the award-winning Tonto Bar & Grill. The outdoor benefit begins at 5 p.m. with a cocktail hour and a silent auction followed by the spectacular release of a rehabilitated raptor from the nonprofit Wild at Heart rehabilitation facility. The event also features a live auction after dinner, which will include select coveted items.
 This year we are thrilled to feature entertainment by the Sons of the Pioneers- a classic Western music act from Missouri. The Sons of the Pioneers are included in the Country Music Hall of Fame and the Western Music Hall of Fame, have two songs in the Grammy Hall of Fame, and have a star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame. They've even been named a "National Treasure" by the Smithsonian Institute!
The original members of Sons of the Pioneers, including Roy Rogers, penned such classics as Tumbling Tumbleweed, Cool Water and Ghost Riders in the Sky. In fact, they are responsible for a tremendous number of classic songs that have been played by so many others that it is easy to forget that the Sons of the Pioneers are the originators.
This year's event truly offers a rare opportunity to see such a fabulous band perform. They are icons among classic Western music performers, and we are excited to finally have them join us at Sonoran Stars! SPECIAL THANKS to our 2012 SONORAN STARS SPONSORS!
Saguaro - $15,000+
Richard and Elizabeth Burns
DLA Piper US LLP/Mark and Marilyn Nadeau
Palo Verde - $10,000+
Anonymous
The Getz Foundation
Jojoba - $3,000+
Barry and Jean Bingham
Phil and Sue Clement
Paul and Patsy Ellsworth
Gary G. Gerlach and Karen A. Conner
M&I and Harris Private Bank
Sanderson Lincoln
Bob and Ardie Wilkens
Cholla - $1,000+
Carefree Physical Therapy
Robin and Ric Donnelley
Mary and John Gosule
Mary Ellen and Gates Hawn
Michael and Nancy Honkamp
Northern Trust
Stephen Weeks and Julie Gilbert
Supporter - $500+
Conrad and Patricia Conrad
Gary and Sandy Neale
Sonia and Adam Perillo
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Volunteer Orientation Session | |
Tuesday, May 15, 2012
5:30 - 6:30 pm
Desert Foothills Land Trust Office
7518 E. Elbow Bend, Ste. B-6
Carefree, AZ 85377
Please RSVP to Mary Warren at
480-488-6131 or mwarren@dflt.org
by Friday, May 11
 We will share information about Desert Foothills Land Trust and our volunteer opportunities, including assistance with special events and office activities, as well as workdays on beautiful preserved lands. This is a great review for current volunteers, and a great overview for those considering volunteering. Please join us and support local land conservation in your community!
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Activities and Events | |
Sat. 3/31, 9 am-5 pm Sun. 4/1, 9 am-4 pm
Ben Avery Shooting Facility | |
The Expo will include wildlife, catch and release fishing, nature activities, archery and shooting demos, camping information, a boat show and many other exhibitors and activities. Stop by our booth to say hello and to register for a giveaway goodie bag of Land Trust and conservation-related gear.
Sat. 4/7, 7 am
Spur Cross Ranch Conservation Area parking lot
Come out to the State Trust Land near Spur Cross Ranch for a 10K run, a 5K run/walk, or a 2K kids' fun run - all to support the protection of 4,000 acres of open space in Cave Creek! Pre-registration is required. Additionally, volunteers are still needed. Join the Town of Cave Creek in this race to protect some of our community's most treasured open space!
Sat. 4/14, 9 am Preserve at the Cave Guided Hike* Visit this unique feature along Cave Creek - source of the name of the creek and town. The cave has supported human inhabitants for centuries, as evidenced by both pictographs and petroglyphs. We will also explore the important riparian habitat along Cave Creek. This property is privately owned and permanently protected by a conservation easement held by the Land Trust. It is not open to the public. This is a relatively flat, easy hike, but it is occasionally off-trail and rocky, and could include a wet stream crossing. Fri. 4/20, 3 pm Black Mountain Summit Guided Hike* Hikers will trek to the top of iconic Black Mountain for spectacular views and a cardiovascular workout. The trail is rugged and the elevation change is significant, so prepare for a difficult, but beautiful and rewarding, hike. *Registration for guided hikes is required. Please register at hikes@dflt.org or 480-488-6131 at least one day before the hike to let us know how many people will be attending with your group. This allows us to share the meeting location, directions, special instructions or cancelations with you. Fri. 4/21, 10 am-3 pm Cave Creek Earth Day Event at the Foothills Community Foundation - Holland Community Center Visit with vendors and nonprofits to learn about sustainability, conservation and environmental issues. Stop by the Land Trust's booth to say hello! |
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Desert Foothills Land Trust (www.dflt.org)
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