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Does the beach life call your name? Well, it might surprise you to know that Scottsdale has a beach life of its own! But for water lovers of all kinds, there are plenty of lakes and rivers near Scottsdale that offer recreation options galore. From boating, kayaking, fishing, SUPing and river rafting to shore-side hiking and historic steamboat tours, you’ll enjoy hours of fun under the sun in a

It’s Saturday night and as I get ready I go through my mental checklist: do I have the right shoes? Yes. Should I wear my loose blue top or the cute black one? Have I eaten enough or will I get hungry later? Better have a drink now so I’m ready when I get there. I pull my hair back so it’s out of the way, throw my pack over one shoulder, grab my mountain bike and helmet, make sure I have my bike

The older I get, the more I crave water. For us desert rats, water seems like a small miracle. Here is a thing that should not be, yet is. It restores our faith. Lakes are beautiful and rivers are mighty, but creeks feel the most personal. I like to hear that music, that soothing splash of water spilling over rocks. I like to walk in the woodland shade where cooling breezes rustle every leaf.

If spicy dishes and drinks are on your Scottsdale bucket list, consider this your go-to guide on where to find the best of the best. From pizza to soups to tacos, you won’t want to miss out on any of these favorites, especially if you love a dish that packs some heat. CRUjiente Tacos Photo Credit: Debby Wolvos Known for their crave-worthy, hand-sized street tacos, CRUjiente Tacos turns up

There are few tastier ways to stay cool in Scottsdale than eating ice cream. Fortunately, there are several excellent local proprietors of the dessert we all scream for, no matter what the outside temperature. Here’s the scoop on some of my favorites. SUGAR BOWL Opened in 1958, and still owned by the same family, this Scottsdale mainstay retains an old-school, ice cream parlor vibe (and a