Summer rains bring overgrowth of grasses and shrubs on the Arizona National Scenic Trail. Eighteen members of the SaddleBrooke Hiking Club joined Zach MacDonald, Assistant Trail Director of the Arizona Trail, for three hours of improving the tread of the Arizona Trail at the northern end of Oracle State Park. Ray Peale, co-steward of the…
Carol Emerson Tai Chi is an ancient Chinese martial art dating back to the 12th century. It is an excellent way to improve and maintain both physical and emotional health. It is also a wonderful way to build strength and balance while alleviating stress and anxiety. Some of the studies are: Parkinson’s disease: a study…
Barbara Barr Christmas came early for elementary students at three area schools in Catalina, Oracle and San Manuel as members of The Rotary Club of SaddleBrooke delivered books to the children. Under the direction of George Corrigan, our Youth Services Chair, several of our Rotary members deliver books to over a thousand elementary children three…
A group of SaddleBrooke hikers had a beautiful hike to Deer Camp/Baby Jesus Loop on October 9. It included a special Gila Monster sighting, an array of beautiful flowers including trailing four o’clocks, caltrops, scarlet creepers, Arizona blue eyes, range ratany, red spiderling and the very deep purple morning glories. Tim Butler led the group…
Marilyn Anthony Our first potluck of the season took place on November 10 in the SaddleBrooke One Activity Center. The JFG provided three briskets while attendees were encouraged to bring a main dish to share. This is one of JFG’s most popular activities. The JFG will be instituting a new “scrambled” seating policy at all…
The SaddleBrooke Ceramics Club (SCC) was organized to assist SaddleBrooke residents in developing their interest and skills in ceramics. This is a great opportunity to meet others in the SaddleBrooke community. We welcome new members of all skill levels. No prior experience is necessary. If you are a current member and have not been up…