The holiday rush has finally come to an end and a new year is upon us. With it brings it a new lineup of fun activities at Talking Rock. Kick 2012 off right by joining us for the first two events of the year: the Racquet Sports Mixer and The "Warrior". Both events afford participants to see familiar faces and get to know new folks in the community.

January 22nd – Racquet Sports Mixer
Meet on the tennis courts at 10 a.m. for some tennis and pickle ball. All ability levels are welcomed and no equipment is required to participate. If you are planning to attend please RSVP by email to Fitness Director, Pam Mitchell at pmitchell@talkingrockclub.com.

January 28th – The “Warrior” Member / Member Four Ball
Find a partner and brave the elements for an 18-Hole “back to par,” net better ball, event called “The Warrior”. Teams will receive full handicap taking the better of their two net scores --- with one catch. Handicap shots can only be used to get the better ball score “back to par”. All birdies must be gross (without handicap) to count for the team score. Men’s, Women’s and Couples’ Divisions will be flighted by handicap depending on the number of entries.

Following golf, players will meet in the Windmill Room for appetizers and scoring. Cost of the event is $20 per player for Homestead members and $40 for Arizonan and Ranch members and includes golf, prizes and appetizers. We must have a minimum of twelve teams to hold the event. To sign-up contact the Golf Shop or e-mail head Professional Dave Buettner at dbuettner@talkingrockclub.com.

Been to multiple fun-filled events at Talking Rock or haven’t joined us for an event yet? We hope to see you at these first events of the New Year. Here’s to 2012!

In late November several Talking Rock residents participated in the Susan G. Komen 3-Day Walk for the Cure in San Diego.  The event hosted approximately 3,400 walkers and raised well over $9 million to fund breast cancer research and awareness efforts.  Walkers had to endure some rain, but it wasn't enough to dampen their spirits.  

Boise & Don Taylor, Patti Price and Byron & Whitney Lynn all participated in the Walk among other friends and family members.  Here is a personal note from Boise Taylor: 

"We would like to thank all the TR residents who so graciously supported our fundraising efforts.  The money raised, combined with personal friends and family, totaled a whopping $25,126.46"

Over the past three years, Boise and others have raised over $50,000 to support Susan G. Komen for the Cure®.  The residents and staff are so proud of their efforts and honored to be counted among their neighbors and friends.  For more information about Susan G. Komen for the Cure® and to learn how to donate, please visit komen.org.

Ready or not, December is here and the holidays are soon to follow. Fortunately for us here at Talking Rock, winter brings one of our favorite seasons as it ushers in beautiful snow, friendly faces and plenty of cheer at our annual holiday events. Though most of our members have had these marked on their calendars since January, we couldn't help but remind everyone of what's coming up in this very exciting time of year:

10th Anniversary TR Holiday Dinner – Thursday, Dec. 15 at 5:00 pm

We invite our members and their families to join us for the first of many "10th Anniversary" events that will be taking place in 2012. Food & Beverage Director Ryan Davis and Executive Chef Richard Saldivar are looking forward to an evening of great food, libations and spirit as we get together to celebrate another holiday season in Prescott. The evening will begin with hors d’ oeuvres and a no-host cocktail hour. Dinner service will follow at 6 p.m. with a three-course plated meal featuring holiday favorites like Bison Tenderloin and Wild King Salmon. During the event we will also be hosting a complimentary wine tasting and offering big discounts for holiday wine purchases.

As is tradition we ask all couples to bring one, wrapped gift (of $20 or less in value) for the gift exchange game that will follow dinner. Seating in the Ranch House is limited so make your reservations soon by e-mailing reservations@talkingrockclub.com or by contacting Ryan Davis.

TR's Annual New Year's Bash – Saturday, Dec. 31 at 6:30 pm

Join us as we raise a glass and toast to another great year here at Talking Rock. Ring in 2012 with a fantastic evening that includes a seven-course, sit down dinner prepared by Chef Richard and the culinary team that will amaze you and your guests.

After dinner we are bringing back the very popular David Mills Jazz Band as we dance in the hopes and dreams of a fantastic New Year. Please contact Ryan to reserve your table or send us an e-mail at reservations@talkingrockclub.com.

We hope you'll join us for these fabulous festivities as we can't wait to celebrate the wonderful year it's been and bring in the next with our Talking Rock family and friends. Here's to yet another happy holiday season!

Looking for the ideal destination wedding with beautiful Arizona mountain views and high desert terrain? Book with Talking Rock Ranch! We provide a picturesque ranch-style country club setting that is ideal for weddings in Arizona.

We are located just 12 miles from downtown Prescott and offer an accessible yet serene escape with a variety of options customizable to your own big day. Talking Rock has both indoor and outdoor wedding venues to beautifully accommodate parties of various sizes.

Here are some basic details on our events space:

• The Ranch House – Home to a gracious dining room and luxurious bar area, The Ranch House is the heart of Talking Rock. Your guests will feel warm and welcome in the rural but elegant setting that boasts mountain views and an impeccable staff to cater to your every need. This location seats up to 170 guests.

• The Event Lawn – The outdoor lawn is located adjacent to The Barn Fitness Center and Coop’s Coffee Shop, and has views of the 18th Hole at Talking Rock Golf Club, Green Side Lake, and the San Francisco Peaks. This location seats up to 250 wedding guests.

• The Granite Mountain Lawn – Set off the Ranch House and Granite Mountain Patio, this lawn provides a variety of gorgeous views with a range of available set-ups. The lawn is surrounded by native Arizona plants and features a gas fire pit with the beautiful Granite Mountain in the background. This location offers seating for up to 150 wedding guests.

Talking Rock also has onsite accommodations for your guests, including multi-bedroom cottages that are as quaint as they are convenient. And, preferred rates are available for Prescott hotels when booked through the Talking Rock Club.

For more information, or to begin planning a special event at Talking Rock Ranch, visit our Arizona wedding location page.

Talking Rock Ranch welcomes award-winning, western and folk singer-songwriter Juni Fisher for a private engagement Saturday, March 19.

Recipient of the 2009 Western Music Association Female Performer of the Year and Album of the Year awards, Juni is known for outstanding songwriting, heart-wrenching vocals and exceptional guitar picking. Fisher’s accolades also include the first female to receive the Western Music Association’s Songwriter of the Year Award (2008) and the first female to receive the Western Heritage Wrangler Award for Traditional Western Album from the National Cowboy & Western Heritage Museum.

Fisher recorded her first Western release, “Tumbleweed Letters,” in late 1999. It was five long years before Gary Brown, director of the Monterey Cowboy Poetry and Music Festival, sought her out to perform at the 2004 festival. This performance launched Juni’s professional music career introducing her to other promoters and artists. That same year she released her second album, “Sideshow Romance.” In 2006 she released her third album “Cowgirlography” including the 2007 WMA Song of the Year “I Hope She'll Love Me,” featuring Sons of the San Joaquin's Joe Hannah. In 2008, she followed it up with the ambitious "Gone For Colorado," an historical album about her great grandfather's early life as a young cowhand. The album cemented Fisher's place among the finest songwriters of Western music.

When: Saturday, March 19th
Cocktails: 5:30pm
Dinner: 6:00pm
Show: 7:00pm