Robson’s
Mining World sells,changes operation - Wickenburg area destination resort Robson’s Mining World was recently sold to Bob and Deidre Schena of Philadelphia, Pa. Ms. Schena is a daughter of Jeri Robson, co-founder of the resort. Along with the purchase, the Schenas have decided to cease daily operation for the general public and concentrate on group events. The resort will not open to the public in October as originally planned but will honor the many group reservations that have already been booked. According to Robson, they already have a great number of church, family, organization and corporate events planned for the upcoming year and they look forward to hosting those and other functions. “There comes a time in life to step aside and let the kids take over,” said Robson. “Charlie and I started this business in 1992 because we loved the area and wanted to preserve both the native beauty and the mining history of Arizona. Now the next generation can take that mandate and operate it with a new vision.” Robson says that while she sold the Mining World she is not retiring either from her active civic duties in and around Wickenburg or from Robson’s Old West Honey that she owns and operates with sons David and Doug Conklin. “I love small towns and especially Wickenburg,” continued Robson. “This is a special place and I love both the town and especially its people. My work with the Museum and other organizations has been important, and I will continue to be active.” Jeri Robson and Robson’s Mining World have won several prestigious awards including Robson being named Woman of the Year by the Wickenburg Chamber of Commerce in 2006 and an Arizona Historical Foundation Culture Keeper by Governor Janet Napolitano. The resort was named as “Best of the West” by Westmarc, small business of the year by the Wickenburg Chamber of Commerce, and an “Arizona Treasure” by Governor Napolitano. People wishing to inquire about group events at Robson’s Mining World should call 928- 685-2609.

Desert Caballeros Western Museum - Celebrating its 27th year, the Desert Caballeros Western Museum is dedicated to the preservation and interpretation of the history and art of Arizona and the west. It takes pride in being one of the best small museums in Arizona. The permanent collection includes Native American an 19th-century decorative arts, as well as late 19th - and 20th - century western American paintings and sculptures. The museum's public programming includes exhibitions, lectures, workshops, art classes and tours. (Admission Charged) westernmuseum.org

Del E. Webb Center for the Performing Arts The Webb Center is premier 600-seat theatre featuring outstanding artists from around the state, the region, the U.S. and the world, in a variety of performances that are diverse, beautiful, high-energy, and exciting-music, dance, theatre and special events. Located on the campus of Wickenburg High School. Visit their web page for more information

Nature Conservancy - Hassayampa River Preserve A special piece of Arizona's natural environment is being protected and restored at the Hassayampa River Preserve near Wickenburg. For most of its 100-mile course through the desert, the Hassayampa River flows only underground. But within the preserve its crystal clear waters emerge, flowing above ground throughout the year. The lush streamside habitat of the Hassayampa is home to some of the desert's most spectacular wildlife. Yet many of them have become dangerously imperiled as riparian areas have disappeared from the Arizona landscape. Spring-fed Palm Lake is a unique four-acre pond and marsh habitat. The marshy pond habitat attracts an impressive array of water birds such as the great blue heron, white-faced ibis, and pied-billed grebe. The large willows around the lake provide important nesting habitat for the endangered southwestern willow flycatcher.

Vulture Mine - This historic mine offers you a peek of yesteryear through a self-guided tour of the remaining buildings and mine site. Guided tours may be scheduled, as well as camping and trailer park reservations. From the intersection of US 60/93 in Wickenburg, travel west on Highway 60/Wickenburg Way for 2.5 miles to vulture Mine Road, then travel south 12 miles to the mine entrance. Open during the winter months seven days a week, 8 am to 4 PM. E-Mail the Chamber for summer hours. (Admission Charged)

Historical Walking Tour - The Chamber has developed a self-guided brochure pairing historic town buildings with a map of their locations. Numbered copper disks on the outside of buildings correspond to numbers in the brochure.

Yarnell Shrine of Saint Joseph - Thirty minutes from Wickenburg, the Shrine contains statues and plaques following the Stations of the Cross.

Old 761 Santa Fe Steam Locomotive Located at Apache and Tegner behind Town Hall, this engine pounded the rails between Chicago and the west.

Hot Air Balloon Rides - Gracefully float above Wickenburg with Adventures Out West . Amazing hot air balloon flights from Rancho De Los Caballeros, the best way to take in the beauty of the area.

Vulture Peak - A Chamber produced hiking guide details parking and trail information for Vulture Peak and other hiking destinations. Certificates are given by the Chamber upon completion.

Hassayampa River - An Apache word, Hassayampa roughly translates as "river which runs upside down," a name attributed to the fact that its waters occasionally run underground.

Joshua Forest - One of the largest remaining Joshua tree stands is found 30 miles northwest of Wickenburg. It provides springtime visitors with a breathtaking sight of trees in bloom.

Library and Community Center - West of the river on Apache Street, the center's modern building is the site of many and varied community activities.

Wishing Well - Make a wish, and you'll get it- and never tell the truth again! Learn about the Hassayampa legend and the the brands of local ranches.

Jail Tree - This 200 year-old mesquite tree, located at Tegner and Wickenburg Way, once served as Wickenburg's Jail.

Frontier Street - Buildings dating back to the early 1900s line this historic street, including the old Santa Fe Depot, now the Chamber of Commerce Building.

Massacre Monument - Dedicated to lives lost in an 1871 Apache-Mohave warrior attack, the Massacre Monument bears witness to the battle which spurred General Crook to launch the counter attack which ended Indian hostility in the area.