August 30, 2010
The St George Lions Dixie Roundup Rodeo is an annual rodeo held the second week in September at the historic Sun Bowl in St. George, Utah.  Held by the St. George Lions Club and approved by the Professional Rodeo Cowboy’s Association. For years the roundup has been a huge event for the St. George area, with cowboys and cowgirls alike everyone comes out for our young mutton busters on up through our fearless bull riders! You will not be disappointed by the action and excitement of the Dixie Roundup! PRCA approved professional rodeo featuring Rodeo champion cowboys and stock.
Gates open & tickets on sale at 6:00 p.m. nightly, entertainment 6:00 to 7:30 p.m.
Thursday September 17 is “kid night” – children 11 & under are free with a paying adult
Friday September 18 is the “High Noon” Special Needs Rodeo
Friday September 18 is “Tough Enough to Wear Pink”
Saturday September 19 is the “Rodeo Breakfast”
Saturday September 19 is the final night of the rodeo
Phone: 435-673-3301
Event Hours: 8:00 p.m.
Admission: General Seating- Adults $8, Children 11 & under $5 Reserved Seating- $12
Location: Historic Dixie Sun Bowl – only three blocks away from the Best Western Coral Hills
August 18, 2010
 Year Round Golf
In proportion to its population, the St. George area offers more golf than any other place in Utah. This sun-drenched oasis offers challenging courses with inspiring vistas, warm year-round temperatures and some of the finest course designs in the Sunbelt. Call us today at 800-542-7733 and we will be happy to make your room and golf reservations, cart included!!!
Sunbrook: Woodbridge, Blackrock & The Pointe
www.sgcity.com |435-627-4400 | 27 holes | Public Courses | City of St. George
Golf Digest ranked Sunbrook as the number one golf course in Utah from 1997-99. This course features lakes, waterfalls, and rock walls along the picturesque Santa Clara River.
The Pointe nine is a 3,397-yard par 36 that features some great risk/reward holes. The newest nine, Blackrock, is a 3,145 yard par 36 that meanders through an ancient lava field and requires accurate tee shots.
The Ledges of St. George
www.ledges.com | 435-634-4640 | 18 holes | Par 72 | 7,145 yards
The Ledges Golf Club offers a unique golfing experience unmatched anywhere in the world. Designed by renowned golf course architect Matt Dye, this 7,145 yard championship course combines innovative design with impressive red rock panoramas, immaculately designed greens and expansive views of the St. George valley. The Ledges Golf Club is also home to the Jack Nicklaus Academy of Golf featuring the highest quality facilities and golf instruction in the industry.
St. George
www.sgcity.com | 435-627-4404 | Par 73, 18 holes, 6,712 yards
St. George Golf Club offers some of the state’s best greens and is home to the St. George Amateur Tournament. The St. George Golf Club borders the beautiful Ft. Pierce Wash.
Entrada at Snow Canyon
www.golfentrada.com | 435-986-2200 | Par 72, 18 holes, 7,262 yards
Golf Digest said of Entrada, “This Johnny Miller designed layout at the entrance of Snow Canyon is an awesome, bluff-surrounded wonder. The design is as good as it is unique and the quality of the holes is mitigated only by the mind-blowing scenery.”
Green Spring
435-673-7888 | Par 71, 18 holes, 6,629 yards
You will be hard pressed to find a more beautiful municipal golf course. It features lovely wetlands, stunning gorges and narrowing ravines all against the backdrop of towering Pine Valley Mountain.
Coral Canyon
www.coralcanyongolf | 435-688-1700 | Par 72, 18 holes, 6,515 yards
Ten miles north of St. George, just off the Hurricane exit; Coral Canyon boasts breathtaking views of Zion National Park. The course layout features 100 acres of turf, 55 sand bunkers, 2 lakes and a labyrinth of dry washes. Coral Canyon features an upscale restaurant and pro shop.
SunRiver
www.sunriver.com | 435-986-0001 | Par 71, 18 holes, 6,704 yards
Located in south Bloomington, several fairways sit above the banks of the Virgin River and the natural terrain varies from riverside to desert. The back nine runs through a bluff-enclosed gulch.
Sky Mountain
435-635-7888 | Par 72, 18 holes, 6,312 yards
Just 15 minutes from downtown St. George in Hurricane, you can enjoy a round of golf against the spectacular backdrop of Pine Valley Mountain and Zion National Park.
Southgate
www.sgcity.com | 435-627-4440| Par 70, 18 holes, 6,138 yards
A laid back atmosphere and player friendly design, Southgate offers a driving range, teaching center, snack bar, and a pro shop– as well as club and cart rentals.
July 26, 2010
 Did you know that due to St. George’s low elevation and southerly location, it is the hottest part of the state with maximum daily July temperatures averaging about 102 °F? Well it is! The hottest temperature ever recorded in Utah, 117 °F, was recorded in St. George on July 5, 1985. This was the state record until July 4, 2007, when 118 °F was recorded south of the city near the Arizona state border. The record high minimum temperature is 89 °F, set on July 15, 1970. In winter, temperatures frequently drop below freezing overnight due to radiational cooling resulting from low humidity, but temperatures generally warm up into the 50s°F during the day. Both the record low temperature of -11 °F and record low maximum temperature of 17 °F (-8 °C) were set on January 22, 1937.
St. George lies in a desert and averages 8.25 inches of pre cipitation annually. Precipitation is relatively evenly distributed throughout the year, except for a dry period from late April through June. Precipitation mostly comes from the Pacific Ocean from late fall through winter and early spring. The storm track usually lifts north of the city by mid-April. The summer monsoon from the Gulf of California can bring localized but often intense thunderstorms from mid-July through mid-September. One such storm dropped the record single day precipitation in the city, with 2.39 inches on August 31, 1909. Snow is rare, averaging 3.2 inches annually. It has been recorded as early as October 29 (in 1971) and as late as April 11 (in 1927). The record single day snowfall is 10.0 in (25.4 cm), set on January 5, 1974.
Now that you know a little more about our climate, come visit us in southern Utah. For more statistics on year round temperatures, you can visit www.stgeorgechamber.com/Climate.htm.
July 19, 2010
Meet Dixie’s Famous Pioneers. Historic figures come alive and describe living in Dixie at the turn of the century; entertaining and educational for the whole family. Tours run every Tuesday-Saturday, 9:30 and 10:30, beginning at the Art Museum 47 East 200 North.
FUN FOR EVERYONE IN THE FAMILY!
Adult $3.00,
Children under 12 Free!
For more information contact Angie at 435-627-4510 ext 112
Or Sally at 435-673-5818
Or www.sgcity.org/arts,leisure,&recreation
July 5, 2010
TARZAN, the Broadway musical is based on the popular 1999 Disney film it currently being performed at the Tuacahn Amphitheater.
The story begins when an early 1900 shipwreck leaves an infant orphaned on the West African shore. The helpless baby is taken under the protection of a gorilla tribe and becomes part of their family. Tarzan later meets a domesticated human named Jane who shows him the finer points of life.
Bring all your little monkeys to see this fun filled family show. For discounts on hotel rooms and tickets please call 1-800-542-7733 or 435-673-4844 for reservations today.
June 25, 2010
EVENTS WILL BE HELD JULY 3RD, 2010
7:30 – 10:00 am – Staheli’s Catering Early Morning Breakfast – Adults $5.00 / Children (12 & under) $3.00 Everyone is invited to start the day with a complete pancake, eggs, hashbrowns, and beverage breakfast.
 8:00am “Let Freedom Ring” City of St. George 4th of July Celebration Parade
Line the surrounding streets of Vernon Worthen Park for this first year spectacle!!!
FREE TO ENTER A FLOAT/ OR GROUP!!!
9:00 am – National Anthem
9:10am – 1:00pm – City of St. George Independence Day Fun & Games Extravaganza
9:30am – ZUMBA with Tha latin Ladies and the Southern UTAH ZUMBA Crew!
Bring the whole family for a fun day in the park! Many activities are free:
There will be music, food booths, face painting, cotton candy, watermelon seed spitting contest, bounce houses, Water Wars, Frisbee toss, football throw, homerun derby, dunk tank, climbing wall, dancing, obstacle course and our famous 100 foot Slip-n-Slide and much more!
10:00 am – Karaoke in the Park
1:00 pm – Hotdog Eating Contest sponsored by Lins Marketplace
Contestants will be chosen based on best costume and creativity.
8:00 – 10:00 pm – KONY Country Presents FREE CONCERT IN THE SUNBOWL (Marshall Reign) Dixie Sunbowl (100 S 400 E)
8:30pm – ZUMBA with Tha latin Ladies and the Southern UTAH ZUMBA Crew!
Admission is free
10:00 pm – Giant Fireworks Display
A spectacular fireworks display will begin at approximately following the Country Showdown.
KONY Radio will broadcast live, during the FREE CONCERT at 8:00 pm and will also provide special musical accompaniment throughout the fireworks display.
…and the best part, the Best Western Coral Hills is in the center of all these activities…you can even see the fireworkss perfectly from out outdoor pool!
June 2, 2010
Each time we renovate the property, the office or the guest rooms we are complimented daily and asked who was responsible. We are proud to reply the designers at Boulevard Home Furnishings; and more specifically, Wendy Wittwer. Wendy has worked at the Boulevard for almost 20 years. If there is anything you like on the property she can often help you get in touch with the suppliers, or any suitable alternatives. She can be reached at
St. George Store 435-986-3100
Mesquite Store 702-346-1600
Distribution Center 435-986-2918
Inquiries@blvdhome.com ; www.boulevardhome.comRoom Signs
May 14, 2010
Zion National Park, located in Southern Utah, is one of the most beautiful places on earth! The park is a short 45 minute drive from St. George, Utah. Zion National Park attracts over two million visitors each year who come to see the stunning scenery and diverse plants this park has to offer. At the park visitors can choose from a variety of activities from hiking the scenic trails or backpacking along steep cliffs. Others may choose rock climbing on the vividly colored rock formations or horseback riding down a trail with breathtaking views of magnificent sandstone mountains.
A prominent feature of Zion National Park is Zion Canyon, which was formed by the Virgin River. Along Zion Canyon you can see geological features which attract the most visitors including the Virgin River Narrows, Emerald Pools, Angels Landing, The Three Patriarchs, and Kolob Arch.
Come explore Zion National Park and experience the stunning scenery for yourself and enjoy one of nature’s most scenic areas in the world.
http://www.nps.gov/zion
May 5, 2010
If skydiving is still on your “to do – someday” list then it may be time to finally take care of that goal. We recommend Skydive Zion which is the only outfitter in all of southern Utah
Skydive Zion is operated at the Hurricane Airport; perfectly located between St. George and Zion National Park. Recently our Assistant General Manager, John, took the opportunity to plunge out of an airplane at 11,000 feet and found it to be an exhilarating experience. After the necessary instruction, beginners must jump in tandem, which means the instructor is strapped to your back to ensure a safe decent back to the ground.
Videos of your experience can be taken, set to music and available to take home before you leave! Awesome!
For further information and rates go to: www.skydivezion.com!
April 29, 2010
Join us in welcoming 2,200 Ironman athletes the weekend of May 1, 2010!
They come from approximately 30 countries and 47 states.
Information for the 2010 St. George Festival
Welcome to the first annual Ford Ironman Festival presented by the City of St. George! Join St. George and surrounding communities on Historic Main Street for two days of food, entertainment and culture as we welcome athletes and visitors from all over the world to the pinnacle of triathlon events, the Ford Ironman Series.
Set in the Historic District in Downtown St. George, the Ford Ironman Festival is adjacent to the transition two and finish line venues at the popular Town Square. Friday will feature live music, art strolls, food, children’s activities and the first annual Ford Ironman Kids Run. Saturday the event moves to St. George Boulevard to accommodate the Ironman bike and run course and will feature food, children’s activities and cultural exhibits. Both days are free to the public!
Dates, locations and hours of operation:
Friday, April 30th 11:00 am to 9:00 pm on Historic Main Street (between St. George Boulevard and Tabernacle Street) Ford Ironman Kids Run at 6:00 pm on Main Street near Tabernacle Roundabout)
Saturday, May 1st 11:00 am to 11:00 pm on St. George Boulevard (between Main Street and 100 West)
Dear Athletes,
On behalf of the Ironman Team, welcome to the 2010 Ford Ironman St. George! We are excited to be a part of the inaugural event, held in one of the most beautiful locations in the world.
The striking scenery of the St. George area provides a spectacular setting for the event. Athletes will enjoy swimming in the cool, clear waters of Sand Hollow reservoir and the challenge of a two-loop bike course that travels through Washington County. The bike course takes athletes from the red sandstonebluffs in the south to the edge of the Dixie National Forest in the north. The two-loop run includes downtown St. George and the Red Cliffs Desert Reserve. Visitors will enjoy the pristine beauty and refreshing activities in Zion National Park, Snow Canyon State Park and the local communities as well.
We would like to thank Washington County, the cities of St. George, Washington, Hurricane, Ivins and Santa Clara, as well as all of the agencies and volunteers in these communities who have come together to make this event possible.
Enjoy your time in southern Utah and good luck to you for a safe and successful race.
Paul Huddle, Roch Frey, & Jeff Gardner
Ironman, Co-Race Directors
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