44 JULY 2017 ARCAD A NEWS By Megan Forrester The Valley may be sizzling, but fun options for cooling down are only a short drive away. Sedona and Flagstaff offer unique and entertaining activities for a vacation up north, without the risk of the temperature going over 115. Here are a few activities for a getaway in northern Arizona. FLAGSTAFF Hopi Festival musnaz.org Become immersed in the stunning Hopi culture at the 84th annual Hopi Festival. Join more than 100 award-winning artists and presenters from Hopi villages at the Museum of Northern Arizona on July 1-2. Delight in the music, dancing and authentic food of the Hopi people while browsing the abundant selection of jewelry, pottery, textiles. Eco-Explorer Summer Camps thearb.org Fun outdoor activities await your kids at the Arboretum in Flagstaff. From July 3 to July 21, children age five to 12 can sign up for a week of hiking, digging in the dirt, and visiting the butterfly house. With weekly themes changing in each camp, your child will never have the same adventure twice. Monday Night Blues weatherfordhotel.com Looking for a little more jazz in your nightlife? Charly’s Pub and Grill might be the perfect solution. The Weatherford Hotel invites guests every Monday from 6 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. to come by and wind down to the sounds of Flagstaff’s best local blues musicians. You may walk away with a little more “soul” than when you arrived. Flagstaff Selfie Trail flagstaffarizona.org/selfietrail/ Your vacation didn’t happen if you didn’t take pictures, right? No need to worry, Flagstaff has the perfect place for you and your family. The Flagstaff Selfie Trail features 15 locations throughout Flagstaff where you can take a selfie beside an iconic Flagstaff building. The selfie locations are designated with a metal medallion in the ground that can be found using a downloadable map. Physical versions of the map can be found in the Visitor’s Center. SEDONA First Friday at the Sedona Gallery Association sedonagalleryassociation.com Sedona is known for having a thriving art scene, and a great way to experience it is at the Sedona Gallery Association. Join them on the first Friday of every month in the galleries from 5 p.m. to 8 p.m. to see highlighted artists, special exhibits, and upcoming art events. Pink Jeep Tour pinkjeeptourssedona.com Looking for an adventure filled with magnificent sights? Hop in a pink Jeep Wrangler with your family and view Sedona’s red rock beauty in its Scenic Rim Tour. See picturesque views as your expert tour guide reveals Sedona’s history, wildlife and geology. This fun-filled hour-and-a-half experience will leave you and your family breathless from the overpowering views of Sedona. Daily Guided Nature Walks azstateparks.com Get ready to see nature in its true wonder. Every morning a volunteer naturalist leads an educational guided nature walk while discussing aspects of the peaceful Red Rock State Park. Learn more about geology, archaeology, wildlife, and plant life while soaking in the exquisite views of Sedona’s famous red rocks. Get your hiking boots ready from 9 a.m. to 11 a.m. and prepare to explore the true beauty of Sedona. %   &  $    ' Serving the Arcadia area since 1958        Find us on Facebook! Member Since 1959                               4855 E Thomas Rd, Phoenix AZ 85018 | www.ingleside.com WE OFFER BOARDING 7 DAYS A WEEK !"#"$%!#&'()"*+%,"-&'() ."-!%*+!,%$&'()."-+%!#%+%/!--&'()-",!-0#*"2&'() HOSPITAL 602-840-3446 | GROOMING 602-952-1754 Grooming OPEN Tues - Sat DUI CLASSES ONLINE! 3200 N Hayden Rd ~ Suite 170 - Just South of Osborn Rd 480.429.9044 SCOTTSDALETREATMENT.COM HOME • OFFICE • TRAVEL ANYWHERE YOU CAN “LOG ON!” ONLINE SERVICES: COURT & MVD MANDATED DUI SCREENINGS SR-22 INSURANCE • DUI COURSES 24/7/365 ALCOHOL SCREENINGS, EDUCATION & TREATMENT ARIZONA’S FIRST ONLINE DUI SERVICES Compare our rates. CALL US LAST! Classes available 24/7/365!

45 JULY 2017 ARCAD A NEWS By Elaina Verhoff Troy Gerlach, head baseball coach at Arcadia High School, probably wouldn’t have predicted a trip to the state semi-finals at the start of the season. After all, it had been over a decade since the Titans had been that far in the playoffs. This is Gerlach’s fifth year coaching baseball at Arcadia, and he says it was a huge accomplishment to make it to the semifinals, with games being played at Arcadia, Tempe Diablo and Maryvale. “We had everything going for us. Confidence was high. The team had great chemistry, and they were working well together,” said Gerlach. “It wasn’t always pretty, but we found ways to win games and the guys came together as a group.” He says the spirit of teamwork was instrumental in the team’s trip to the semifinals. “When one guy couldn’t get the job done, another teammate picked him up. Everybody helped out and benefited our team. They did an outstanding job as a group coming together at the right time and playing their best baseball.” It wasn’t always this way. Early in the season, Gerlach says the players’ varying levels of commitment was driving a wedge in the team. “Some guys just wanted to have fun, some didn’t care, and some really wanted to be out there,” said Gerlach. “We had a team meeting and (the players) got a lot of things off their chests.” After clearing the air, the coach says he made some roster moves that set them up for success. “From that point on, we won nine in a row!” The team approach paid off when the Titans had to overcome a number of obstacles, including a wild ground ball that found its target in the mouth of a freshman player. A blood clot also sent the starting right fielder to the hospital, and he was out for the rest of the season. “‘Next Man Up’ was our motto,” said Gerlach. “I told the guys, you may not be playing right now, but if somebody has to step up and do the job, be ready. One through nine in our lineup, everybody contributed, did an outstanding job and played selflessly.” Gerlach says he is losing nine seniors, so they will continue moving in the right direction and doing their best each and every day. “If we can get 1% better every day then we move forward. We’ll build on what these guys did this year… throw strikes, play offensively and good things will happen.” Gerlach says he’s looking forward to the continued support of Arcadia High School community. “Our parents and families were there every night whether we were on the road or at home. They consistently cheered them on and supported our guys.” Several seniors on the team are going on to play college baseball at LSU, Cal Poly, San Luis Obispo, Mesa Community College, Paradise Valley Community College, and Scottsdale Community College. Arcadia Titans Baseball advances to state semifinals Max Siegel (right) and the 2017 squad was the first Arcadia baseball team in over a decade to make it to the state semi-finals. Contact Roni@Arcadianews.com today to find out how you can save up to 46% on your ad investment! How to reach 50,000 potential patients or clients... advertise in G U IDE The Arcadia News Health & Wellness Guide is the perfect way to promote your practice or business to the affluent, educated and health-minded readers of the Arcadia News . The Health & Wellness Guide is mailed in the Arcadia News six times per year to homes in the Arcadia/Biltmore/Camelback Corridor. It is also distributed at over 70 retail locations. 2017 Health & Wellness Guide SEPTEMBER 2017 Ad space and design 08/17 @ Noon | Print-ready art due 08/17 @ 5 p.m. NOVEMBER 2017 Ad space and design 10/17 @ Noon | Print-ready art due 10/17 @ 5 p.m.