The Boulders Romance Package includes:

• Newly-enhanced accommodations for two
• Bottle of sparkling wine
• $25.00 per adult Food and Beverage Credit for every paid night
• Complimentary access to the award-winning Golden Door Spa, including fitness facility, adult pool, steam rooms and Niwa pool.

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Golfers Valentine Refresher
This “action-packed” instruction for golfing couples includes playing the new Pebble Tees with hole lengths between 60 and 200 yards.  This is also appropriate for those who need some help with the all- important approach shots and short game.  The program ends with a margarita in our The Boulders Club sports bar, Bogeys. 

The cost is $259 and includes 3 hours of instruction.

Valentine’s Day
Tuesday, February 14, 2012

Latilla Restaurant
Join us on Valentine’s Day for a special “His & Her” menu. Romantic ambiance, picturesque views of the cascading waterfall and cozy booths, no wonder the Latilla was named one of America’s Most Romantic Restaurants.  The signature dining room features a romantic four-course prix fixe menu, priced at $75 per person, plus tax and gratuity. 

Seating from 6:00 PM – 9:00 PM.  Live entertainment from 6:30 PM - 9:30 PM.  For reservations, please call 480.488.7317.

The Grill
Private and romantic, this restaurant is sure to please every couple with its warm fireplace and stunning view of lush fairways.  Enjoy this three-course signature chef menu is $60 per person, plus tax and gratuity. 

Live entertainment from 5:30 PM – 8:30 PM.  For reservations, please call 480.488.9020.

Here are few simple tips to take when the temperatures outside starts to rise:

• Always wear light colored, loose fitting clothes – dark color, tight fitting clothes keeps the heat in and prevents your body from cooling down.
• Avoid sunburn - if you need to be exposed to the sun always apply a sunscreen (at least an SPR30) and wear a cap or large floppy hat that will keep the sun off your face and neck.  Having a sunburn will prevent your body from cooling off.
• Find an air conditioned building – if the heat starts to affect you, find an air conditioned building or store right away. This will help your body to cool down faster.
• Drink plenty of water – drinking water will keep your body hydrated and help it sweat to maintain normal body temperature.
• Check with your doctor if you are on medication that may make you more susceptible to heat exhaustion.  If you can’t reach your doctor check with your pharmacy or go on line and check all the side effects of your medications.
• Never stay in a parked car or get into your car if it’s been sitting in the sun. Car temperatures can reach more than 140 degrees in a matter of minutes. Always cool your car with the AC or open the windows to cool it down.  NEVER leave children or pets in a hot car.
• Limit exercise and strenuous work outside. If your job requires you to work outside remember to take plenty of breaks in the shade and drink plenty of water to keep your body hydrated. If you work outside everyday your body will eventually adapt to the heat.

The most common signs and symptoms of heat exhaustion include: nausea; dizziness; weakness; headache; pale, cool and moist skin; fast and weak pulse; disorientation; paleness; muscle cramps; tiredness; fainting

At the first signs of heat exhaustion, you should stop activity and cool the body by seeking shade, shelter or a cool room, and drinking cold fluids.  Seek medical attention immediately if symptoms are severe.   If you recognize the symptoms of heat exhaustion, take the following actions:

• Stop activities and rest
• Drink cool, non-alcoholic beverages
• Take a cool shower, or bath
• Move to an air-conditioned room
• Remove extra clothing

There are plenty of ways to avoid heat exhaustion while at The Boulders.  A few ideas include:

• Start your day EARLY.  During the hot summer months, the sun is up as early as 5:30am and that is the coolest time of the day.  Take your morning walk or run at this time.
• Exercise indoors!  The Golden Door Spa has a great fitness facility that will meet your complete exercise routine.  Fitness classes are also offered throughout the day.
• Schedule an early golf tee-time.  It’s ideal to finish your round of golf prior to the hottest time of the day.

During the hottest time of the day, enjoy indoor activities such as spa services and shopping.  If you are outdoors during this time, stay in the shade, use and re-use your SPF and find a pool to cool off in.  There are several pools at The Boulders to do just that!

Wildlife abounds in the desert surrounding The Boulders Resort.  You may encounter some native inhabitants of the Sonoran Desert while strolling on the grounds.  Although inhabiting our domesticated environment, the desert animals need to forage for themselves and benefit from their natural diet, so when you visit please do not feed the animals.  Here are a few of the native inhabitants of the Sonoran Desert that you will find at The Boulders Resort.

Desert Cottontail Rabbit is very common in the Arizona deserts and even in some residential areas. Their body color is grayish and their white tails are very noticeable as they run.

Rock Squirrel is often seen sitting on big rocks.  Its general their color is grey with mottling on the back, and its bushy tail separates it from other desert squirrels.  Unlike most desert wildlife, the rock squirrel is active during the daylight hours.

Cactus Wren is the state bird of Arizona and a common “resident” of the cactus thickets.  They nest and hide in the tickets taking advantage of the natural protection it provides against the wren’s enemies. The male is an avid singer.

Gambel Quail makes a peeping sound while running from bush to bush.  They mate for life and are usually seen in pairs with their young until late fall, when large convoys of the birds are formed.

Snakes commonly associated with the Sonoran Desert are wary of humans and remain harmless unless frightened or threatened.  They prefer remote sections of the desert where they can stretch out in a warm sunny location, rarely crawling near human habitat.  Many desert snakes are poisonous and should be avoided.

Chuckwalla Lizard has a black body tinged with red and yellow.  It can grow up to 15 inches long and can be seen around rocks and hidden in crevices.

 Gila Monster can grow up to two feet in length and when they bite for protection they will not let go.  They are characterized by orange and black stripes.  Gila Monsters are the only poisonous lizards in the United States.

 Javelina are small nocturnal wild pigs still common in the desert lowlands.  Timid unless cornered, they feed at dawn and at night along the moist arroyos.  They feed on prickly pear and other cactus fruits.  The Javelina differ from true pigs because of their long, pointed snouts, which end in an oval, flattened disc.

 Mule deer with its prominent ears, is the desert’s largest mammal.  They travel in small herds, most often in early evening and night.

 Coyote is a popular desert animal.  During the day, they are often hidden under the cover of the desert brush.  They are quite shy, usually running away when encountering people.  Their nighttime howls are the coyote’s own language, and each makes different noises across a wide vocal range.

“The summer Name the Cactus contest has become a much-anticipated annual event at The Boulders.  We’re so proud of our centuries-old, majestic cactus, that it just seems appropriate to give them names.  After all, they are part of The Boulders family,” said Managing Director Michael Hoffmann. To enter the contest, visit The Boulders website at www.theboulders.com/cactus and submit the most creative monikers for the six distinctive cacti pictured on the website.  Judges will pick six winners who will receive amazing vacation getaways to this world-renowned Boulders Resort including transportation vouchers, accommodations, dining, golf and more.  The winning names will be chosen on creativity and originality. The contest runs from March 29-June 1, 2010.  The “Name The Cactus” contest is sponsored by AAA Arizona and the Scottsdale Convention & Visitors Bureau.

Visit the concierge desk upon your arrival at The Boulders Resort and describe what you would like to see and do on your day trip.  The concierge will prepare your personalized day trip itinerary and have it delivered to your room the night before your adventure.  On the day of your journey wake up and enjoy breakfast at Palo Verde or in your accommodation thru in room dining.  Just before leaving the resort stop by the Bakery Café at el Pedregal and purchase a boxed lunch to enjoy later in the day.  Enjoy your day visiting our selected destination and upon your return sit back and relax in the comfort of your Boulders accommodation or enjoy a dinner at one of our on property restaurants.

 Here are a few of the suggested day trips from The Boulders concierge team. 

 Sedona and Oak Creek Canyon – A beautiful and very scenic, artistic community located in Red Rock country.  Enjoy shopping, jeep tours, hiking, swimming and fishing.  A 1 ¾ hour drive from the resort.  Allow 6 to 8 hours for this trip. 

Payson – The beautiful area of Arizona known as the rim country.  At an elevation of 5000 feet, it is one of the world’s largest forests of Ponderosa Pines.  Take in scenic views, antique shops, and Tonto Natural Bridge State Park.   A 1¾ hour drive from the resort.

 Wickenburg - Historic old western town once dubbed “The Dude Ranch Capital of the World.”  Stop at the Desert Caballeros Western Museum or enjoy the wild life at the Hassayampa River Preserve. One hour drive from the resort. 

Prescott - Once the State Capital, Prescott is a 1½ hour drive from the Resort.  It has many historic sites, golf, casinos, museums and beautiful Victorian homes.  The Sharlot Hall Museum displays the Arizona of yesterday in its beautifully maintained grounds and exhibits.

 The Apache Trail – The Apache Trail travels past the majestic Superstition Mountains.  Stop at Tortilla Flat, population 6!  Enjoy a picnic lunch at Rattlesnake Cove, short desert walks, or a 90 minute narrated tour of Canyon Lake aboard Dolly’s Steamboat.  This is a full day trip – allow 6 to 7 hours minimum.

Hedgehog Cactus – a small, low-growing cactus; it is the first of the cactus to flower, producing large magenta blossoms in mid to late April. This plant gets its common name from its spiny appearance.

Ocotillo – has many long, stiff-barked and thorn-guarded stems. Desert tribes would eat both flowers and seeds from this cactus or make a beverage by soaking the blossoms in water. Blossoms grow in bright red clusters from April to June.

Prickly Pear – is one of the few yellow flowered cacti producing abundantly during May. Its pear shaped pads are the largest of several species. In summer, it bears fleshy fruits, which are purplish in color and edible raw or cooked (after removing the spines, of course).

Snake Weed – is an aggressive plant that takes over desert ranges, over-grazed by livestock, providing limited food for sheep and hroses.

Saguaro – is one of the largest desert cactus, which may grow over 30 feet tall and can weight up to 10 tons. The first arm of the Saguaro begins to grow after 75 years. Its blossom, seen in late May, early Jun, is the state flower of Arizona. Saguaro fruits were at one time a part of the desert Indian diets.

Compass Barrel Cactus – has a simple columnar stem up to 4 feet high, grayish red spines with yellow tips. During the summer a funnel-form flower appears either golden yellow or red with orange stamen.

Desert Lavender – are grayish shrubs, often called See Sage because of their value as a honey plant. The lavender scented shrubs provide suitable forage for livestock.

Blue Palo Verde – is common at the resort. Being relatively leafless, the green trunk and branches take over the function of leaves. In April and May the tree is covered with masses of yellow flowers.

Pink Fairy Duster – has long stemmed flowers that grow in attractive clusters. This small bush blossoms from February to May.

Turpentine Bush – is flat topped with thin, long leaves. The plant is remarkably resinous, and the crushed foliage emits an odor similar to turpentine.

Desert Marigold – is a Sonoran native with bright yellow flowers that can be seen throughout the year. Its main flowering season is late fall and again in the spring.

Teddy Bear Cholla – has branches with joints that are easily knocked off. The spines are thick and cover the stems so densely they almost look hairy.