August 2009 - Scottsdale Real Estate Team / Arizona Luxury Homes

by Joe Szabo, Szabo Group

McDowell Sonoran Conservancy, the largest urban preserve in the nation, is an ideal outdoor retreat. If outdoor activities and exercise are for you, then this may be the perfect place for you to visit. Not only that, but you get great views – and that is ideal for someone who doesn’t want to go to a gym.

Visitors can enjoy a variety of activities, including hiking, bicycling and horse riding. The preserve includes extensive natural wildlife and desert flora. Visitors can view plants and animals rarely seen outside the area. For an untarnished outdoor adventure in Arizona, it doesn’t get more pristine than the McDowell Sonoran Conservancy.

McDowell Sonoran Conservancy is located at 16435 N. Scottsdale Road in Scottsdale. For more information visit: www.mcdowellsonoran.org

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by Joe Szabo, Szabo Group

This park, located in the heart of Scottsdale, is a favorite for railroad enthusiasts and young children. It claims to be the most unique park of its kind in the country. Take a ride on the Paradise and Pacific Railroad and antique carousel. Visit a variety of shops and museum or play in one of the spacious playgrounds, or just relax in the grass under a tree or in one of the park’s picnic ramadas.

An upcoming event is Railfair. It is taking place Saturday & Sunday October 10th & 11th , from 10:00am-5:00pm. Model train displays and exhibits, moonwalks, and other entertainment will be featured day. The park’s railroad exhibit featuring the Roald Amundsen Pullman car, a former presidential car, will be offering free tours. Many of the park’s seldom seen railroad equipment will also be on display. Admission to Railfair is FREE. Train rides are $2.00 and carousel rides are $1.00 each with children under three riding free with a paying adult.

McCormick-Stillman Railroad Park is located at 301 E. Indian Bend Road in Scottsdale. This is a great place for the whole family – young and older kids alike! You can spend a day or longer there. For more information visit: www.therailroadpark.com

Archives for August 2009

McDowell Sonoran Conservancy by Joe Szabo, Szabo Group Scottsdale Arizona

McCormick-Stillman Railroad Park by Joe Szabo, Szabo Group Scottsdale Arizona