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existent gold of Cibola. Grizzled prospectors panned for gold in mountain streams and hit pay dirt. The missions built by Father Kino and his successors date back as far as 1692. Irrigation ditches, built by the Hohokam people hundreds of years earlier, have been incorporated into modern systems.
The state has 23 reservations and one of the largest Native American populations in the United States. More than half of the Native American population is Navajo. Craft specialties include basketry, pottery, weaving, jewelry, and kachina dolls.
Arizona is a state of contrasts. It has modern and prehistoric civilizations, mountains, deserts, and modern agriculture. Arizona offers fascinating adventures for everyone.
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Arizona
Statistics & Vital Data |  |
| Population: | 5130632 |
| Area: | 113,642 square miles |
| Timezone: | Mountain |
| Elevation: | 70-12,633 feet |
| High
point: | Humphreys Peak (Coconino County) |
| Joined
Union: | February 14, 1912 (48th state) |
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Capital: | Phoenix |
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Motto: | "God enriches" |
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Flower: | Saguaro (sah-WAH-ro) Cactus Blossom |
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Bird: | Cactus Wren |
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Tree: | Palo Verde |
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Arizona Parks, Recreation Areas, & Historical Landmarks:
State Parks - Water-related activities, hiking, riding, various other sports, picnicking, camping, and visitor centers are available at all parks. There is a $5/car day-use fee at state parks; $45 and $75 annual day-use permits are available. Camping costs $10-$16/day. Arizona also has 9 state historic parks ($3-$6; guided tours additional fee). For further information, contact Arizona State Parks, Public Information Officer, 1300 W Washington, Phoenix 85007; 602/542-1996.
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Arizona
Weather and Climate:
We recommend visiting Arizona in the spring or fall, when the temperatures are milder and the heavy tourist traffic is over. | |
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Fishing/Hunting
Opportunities in Arizona:
Both are excellent in a number of sections of the state. Nonresident fishing licenses: 1-day (exc Colorado River), $12.50; 5-day, $26; 4-month, $37.50; general, $51.50; Colorado River, all species, $42.50; trout stamp, $49.50. Urban fishing (for 14 lakes in 6 cities), $16. Inquire for fees to fish on Native American reservations. Nonresident hunting licenses: 3-day small game, $38; general, $85.50. Tags cost from $50.50 for turkey to $3,755 for buffalo. Permits for most big-game species available by drawing only. Combination nonresident licenses (fishing and hunting), $177.50 (includes a trout stamp). Fees subject to change. For updated information, contact the Arizona Game & Fish Department, 2222 W Greenway Rd, Phoenix 85023; 602/942-3000. | |
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Arizona Highways is an excellent monthly magazine; contact 2039 W Lewis Ave, Phoenix 85009. Several informative booklets may be obtained from the Arizona Office of Tourism, 2702 N 3rd St, Suite 4015, Phoenix 85004; Phone 602/230-7733 or 888/520-3434. |
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