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Summer Guide 2008 - A special supplement of THE SUN



Summer fun in Yuma - 2008

Summer fun in Yuma - 2008

So the temperature is supposed to sail above 110 degrees and you are looking for something to do during the summer months around Yuma? That’s what we’re here for. Yes, sitting on the couch and watching soap operas or baseball games in a cool air-conditioned environment is an option, but don’t let the summer heat distract you from any of the other fun outdoor activities...

May 9, 2008 - 3:27PM


Rejoice in the Colorado River - 2008

Rejoice in the Colorado River - 2008

Jimmy Buffet’s unmistakable voice spills out of a sleek white jet boat anchored along the shore of the Colorado River. Lori Toth and her family are...

May 9, 2008 - 3:22PM

Fishing in the desert - 2008

Fishing in the desert - 2008

The Yuma area has long been known for its rivers, both the Colorado River and the Gila River. Many canals feed off the Colorado River, such as the Gila...

May 9, 2008 - 3:15PM

Take a pro-guided fishing trip - 2008

Take a pro-guided fishing trip - 2008

Local fishing pro Dave Willhide is an active member in the two major bass fishing clubs in Yuma, Yuma Bassmasters and the Desert Bass Anglers, and has...

May 9, 2008 - 3:09PM

Summer activities heat up at Yuma Art Center - 2008

Summer activities heat up at Yuma Art Center - 2008

“Get Out of the Heat and Into the Arts,” the theme for the Yuma Art Center and Historic Yuma Theater’s 2nd Annual Summer Six-Pac, is...

May 9, 2008 - 3:03PM

Yuma Parks and Rec offers up summer activities - 2008

Yuma Parks and Rec offers up summer activities - 2008

Whether you're looking for fun ways to cool off, entertainment for the family or want to learn a new hobby this summer, Yuma has it covered. The Yuma...

May 9, 2008 - 2:59PM

Who says Yuma’s summers aren’t cool? - 2008

Who says Yuma’s summers aren’t cool? - 2008

Looking for something “cool” to do in town this summer? Here’s a few activities in Yuma that are guaranteed to help you chill out:Burgers...

May 9, 2008 - 2:52PM

Local golf courses charge low fees, provide fast play - 2008

Local golf courses charge low fees, provide fast play - 2008

The summer months in Yuma do not exactly provide ideal weather for golf, but low greens fees and fast play more than make up for that. The top courses...

May 9, 2008 - 2:40PM

Play Ball - Scorpions preparing for another season - 2008

Play Ball - Scorpions preparing for another season - 2008

Sure, the promotional schedule may be up in the air. But fans trekking to Desert Sun Stadium to see the Yuma Scorpions try for their first Golden Baseball...

May 9, 2008 - 2:27PM

More to do Outdoors - 2008

More to do Outdoors - 2008

While a hike through the Kofa refuge or day spent fishing on the lakes of the Colorado River offers some local summer fun, there are still plenty of other...

May 9, 2008 - 2:12PM


Concerts and Events - 2008

Wanna get out of town and catch some of the top live music acts touring around the country this summer? Here’s an eclectic mix to choose from at...

May 9, 2008 - 1:59PM
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Adventure rating: 10

Get your party on …


Puerto Penasco, Son. (aka Rocky Point)

This small town has big fun to offer and has become one of Mexico’s newest tourist sensations.

A spring breaker’s paradise, Puerto Penasco offers luxurious resorts and hotels, beautiful golf courses and some of the finest seafood around.

Directions: Take Interstate-8 east to Gila Bend, head south on Highway 85 to U.S.-Mexico border. Take Mexican Highway 8 to Puerto Penasco.


Adventure rating: 5

Walk the dog …

Smucker Park

The park offers playground equipment, picnic areas, fitness equipment, a walking path and ramadas.

Directions: Off Avenue A and 28th Street, east of Kofa High School.

Adventure rating: 6



Get a history lesson …

Yuma Historical Society/Sanguinetti House Museum

The former Century House is one of Yuma's oldest buildings. Once the home of pioneer merchant E.F. Sanguinetti, the museum now exhibits artifacts, photographs and furnishings from Arizona's territorial period.

The museum's Adobe Annex houses a gift shop and research library. Colorful gardens and aviaries with exotic and talking birds are maintained as they were at the turn of the century.

For information on membership, call Karen Roberts at 782-1841. For more information about the museum, call 782-1841.

Fees: Adults are $3; seniors over 60 years of age are $2; youth ages 12-18 are $2, and children under 12 are free. All members of the Historical Societies are free.

Memberships are $40 per year and gives each member free entry into all Arizona historical society parks. Open from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Tuesday through Saturday.

Directions: Take 4th Avenue north, head east on Giss Parkway, and north on Madison Avenue.