Quail Creek Blood Drive will be held Sunday, May 21, 2017, in the Madera Clubhouse Silver Room from 8:00 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. To schedule your appointment call 1-800-733-2767 or log on to www.redcrossblood.org and enter sponsor code “Quail.” You get it back in three days and save a life, too!
Category: May 2017
Clubs & Classes, May 2017
Photography Club field trip
The Photo Club of Quail Creek has a field trip for its members every month, excluding the very hot summer months. In March we visited Sabino Canyon. The sun was bright and trees and flowers were in bloom. Sabino Canyon is a natural desert oasis located in Tucson’s Coronado National Forest and is home to…
Sports, May 2017
QCL9GA tournament season ends
Marilyn Beim It was a sea of blue as Golf Pro Joel Jaress looked out at the gathering of Niners and Putters for the last shared event of the season. Golfers golfed and Putters putted for a combined team score. What fun! As another tournament season comes to an end and the QC9 ladies say…
Clubs & Classes, May 2017
TWOQC visits vineyard
Diane Quinn The Women of Quail Creek took their annual field trip March 29, this time venturing to Elgin, Arizona. Over 100 women descended upon Flying Leap Vineyards for a fun-filled day of lessons in wine and spirits making, lunch and facilities tours. Flying Leap has recently begun to produce spirits such as vodka and…
Generals, May 2017
Green Valley named one of top 25 Places to Retire in 2017 by Forbes.com
Sherry Jackson, RCI Corporate Communications Forbes.com released its annual ranking of the 25 Best Places to Retire in 2017 and new to the list this year is Green Valley, Arizona. Robson Resort Communities’ homeowners at Quail Creek already know the area is a desirable place to live with scenic mountain vistas and friendly neighbors. Forbes.com citied…
Features, May 2017
Quail Creek resident recognized by Congresswoman McSally
Colonel Peggy McGee, U.S. Army Retired, was recently presented the Veteran of Distinction award by Congresswoman Martha McSally. This annual award is presented to veterans who have continued to serve their communities through volunteer service. Prior to her retirement in 1996, Peggy served 30 years with both U.S. Army active and reserve components. During her…
Sports, May 2017
Robson Challenge at Robson Ranch
Tim Phillips The Robson Challenge, on hold for the last two years, was played at Robson Ranch with teams from five Robson entities participating on April 19, 2017. The following communities sent teams this year: Quail Creek, Robson Ranch, SaddleBrooke Ranch, Eagle’s Nest and Tuscany Falls both from PebbleCreek. Each team was comprised of 16…
Clubs & Classes, May 2017
Air National Guard honors The Women of Quail Creek
Diane Quinn In a ceremony held April 2, 2017 The Women of Quail Creek received the 2016 Family Readiness Award presented by the 162nd Fighter Wing of the Air National Guard. The 162nd Wing is based in Tucson. The award, presented by Brigadier General MacDonald, recognized TWOQC for its ongoing efforts to provide support to…
Clubs & Classes, May 2017
TRIPS ventures south to Nogales, Sonora, Mexico
Fifty six intrepid TRIPS participants rode the bus south to Nogales, Sonora on April 11. The welcome committee was headed by the President of the Chamber of Commerce. The group was introduced to the area of dental offices and pharmacies frequented by many Quail Creek residents. Sahuarita Mayor Tom Murphy, Town Councilman Gil Lusk and…
Clubs & Classes, May 2017
RV Club goes camping
Deb Semrai What a cool campout we had in April! Literally cool! The altitude at Fool Hollow Lake Campground near Show Low provided much lower temperatures than in Green Valley, but we managed to get toasted and toasty. The social hour each day and the campfire at night gave us the opportunity to get to…