When Albert (Al) Chatinsky drove his son, Steve, up to Flagstaff in the spring of 1976 from their home in Tucson, he was in search of a four-season town to start a new outdoor recreational business. Originally from a suburb of Minneapolis, the Chatinsky family had moved to Tucson when Steve was … [Read more...] about Route 66 Icon Changes Hands
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Chris Shields Leads the Team at Sonesta ES Suites
Chris Shields is in love with Flagstaff and also his career. He has spent a dozen years in this mountain town and more than 30 years in the hospitality industry, including working with Hilton, Marriott and Hyatt. Today, he oversees the operations of Flagstaff’s Sonesta Extended Stay Suites as the … [Read more...] about Chris Shields Leads the Team at Sonesta ES Suites
Ways to Stay Moving With Your Dog
As hard as it may be to believe we are already in the fourth month of 2021, did you know that April is National Active Dog month? If you ever needed an excuse to get creative with ways to keep your dog (and yourself) moving, now is the time! I’m going to share with you some of the fun ways I’ve … [Read more...] about Ways to Stay Moving With Your Dog
Improving Health by Hiking, Walking, Being Outdoors
Summer has arrived and the outdoors is beckoning into the warm sunshine, cool shade, tall pines and scenic trails. Spending time outdoors and in nature can be very enjoyable and relaxing, but did you know spending time outside can also make you happier and healthier? Here are just a few ways hiking … [Read more...] about Improving Health by Hiking, Walking, Being Outdoors
Hiking, Walking and Being Outside Improves Your Health
Summer has arrived and the outdoors is beckoning into the warm sunshine, cool shade, tall pines and scenic trails. Spending time outdoors and in nature can be very enjoyable and relaxing, but did you know spending time outside can also make you happier and healthier? Here are just a few ways hiking … [Read more...] about Hiking, Walking and Being Outside Improves Your Health
