National Day of the Cowboy
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The National Day of the Cowboy is a day set aside as a national day of recognition for the many contributions the American Cowboy and Cowgirl have made to the history, national identity and culture of the United States of America. Fourth Saturday in July.
The official National Day of the Cowboy Organization is headquartered in Wilcox, Arizona, and the largest regional celebration in the country is held in Pinal County with four separate cities hosting extensive activities -- Apache Junction, Gold Canyon, Superior, and Florence.
Goldfield Ghost Town's 1890 Cow Town Festival is Saturday from 9:00 am - 5:00 pm. Goldfield is an authentic 19th century mining town reconstructed on its original site, using original foundations & vintage photos to recreate the atmosphere of Territorial Arizona.
10:00 am - Drover's Procession/Parade on Main Street
11:00 am - Earp-Holiday Mustache & Beard Contest at the Town Gallows
* Hang town Fast Draw Shooting Gallery
12:00noon - 3:00pm - Luke Short Poker Tournament @ the Mammoth Saloon
* Kid's Korral; Straw Calf Roping, Stick Horse Races, Storytelling & other activities.
* Cowgirl Revue/Vintage Fashion Show by the Historical Foundation of Cowgirls
* Western Street Theater by actors from the Renaissance Festival
* Judge Roy Bean Sidewalk Courthouse
* Professor Marvels Patent Medicine Show
* Long horn Cattle Exhibit
* 2 entertainment areas featuring Old Tyme Radio by Radiozona, the Spirit of the * Frontier Cowboy Poets, Cowboy Comedy by the McNasty Brothers, Paydirt with * Dennis Lease and his Wandering Fiddle, Pioneer Pepper and others
7:00 pm - Bootscoot Dance @ Filly's Cowboy Restaurant
National Day of the Cowboy
Phone : 480-982-3141 (Always call and confirm events.)
Email Address : ajchambermembers@questofice.net
Web: www.goldfieldghosttown.com
Festivals
Lost Dutchman State Park Hiking Trails
Please use caution when hiking at the park. Those planning to use the longer trails should carry a topographic map. Each person should carry at least one gallon of drinking water per day. Remember summer temperatures often exceed 100°F.
The park is located 5 mi. north of Apache Junction, off of AZ 88 (the old Apache Trail), at the base of the Superstition Mountains.
Treasure Loop Trail: Length 2.4 miles round trip, rated moderate, elevation change of 500 feet. It terminates at either picnic area.
Prospector's View Trail: Length 0.7 miles, rated moderate. It connects Siphon Draw Trail with Treasure Loop Trail also connects with Jacob's Crosscut Trail.
Jacob's Crosscut Trail: Trail runs 0.8 miles along the base of the mountain, rated easy. It connects Treasure Loop Trail with Prospector's View Trail, and continues 4.5 miles past the park area along the base of the Superstitions.
Siphon Draw Trail: 3.2 miles round trip, a very scenic hike, this trail winds up into a canyon known as Siphon Draw. It is possible to hike up the Flatiron, although it is not a designated, maintained trail all the way. It's advised that only experienced hikers in good shape attempt to hike to the top, as the climb is steep and difficult to follow. Allow at least five hours to the Flatiron and back.
Discovery Trail: Connects the campground and day use areas. Features information signs, a wildlife pond, bird feeder and viewing bench.