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Cave Creek Museum to feature author of “Arizona’s Scenic Road & Hikes”
December 3, 2022 @ 2:00 pm - 4:00 pm MST
On Saturday, December 3, 2022 from 2-4 PM, Cave Creek Museum will feature Roger Naylor, author of “Arizona’s Scenic Road & Hikes” in its historic church onsite.
Well known Arizona author Naylor also wrote Boots & Burgers: An Arizona Handbook for Hungry Hikers; Arizona Kicks on Route 66; and Death Valley: Hottest Place on Earth.” With his newest literary accomplishment, Naylor coaxes people outdoors with an array of wonders. In the new captivating guide, Naylor features all 27 of Arizona’s state-designated scenic and historic roads, including five national scenic byways. The writer, blogger and hiker shows stunning drives, which are arranged by region, including start and ending points, mileage, vivid photos, full descriptions and suggestions on local places to eat and sleep.
Naylor’s book also has garnered accolades. The 2021 New-Mexico Arizona Book Awards honored Naylor, not just once, but twice. Arizona’s Scenic Roads and Hikes was named Best Arizona Travel Book. It also went on to win the top prize, snagging the coveted Best Arizona Book Award.
“That came as a total shock. This is the first year the judges selected overall favorites. And, for them to read the nearly 1,700 entries amid all the diverse categories, and decide that my book deserved the top Arizona award is incredible,” said Naylor.
Roger Naylor is Arizona’s premier travel writer. In 2018, he was inducted into the Arizona Tourism Hall of Fame. His previous book, “Arizona State Parks,” also was an award winner. It received the 2020 New Mexico-Arizona Book Award as best Arizona Travel Book.
Naylor is the official narrator of Verde Canyon Railroad and also has written for The Guardian, USA Today, The Week, Country Magazine, Arizona Highways, and dozens more.
The program is free to museum members. Adult non-members pay only $10, seniors are $8 as are students 12 years and older. Children under 12 years are free. The cost also gives guests’ admission to the museum’s wonderful exhibits. Tickets may be purchases at cavecreekmuseum.org. No culture passes accepted. Reservations are strongly recommended.
The 52-year-old museum’s mission is to preserve the artifacts of the prehistory, history, culture and legacy of the Cave Creek Mining District and the Cave Creek/Carefree foothills area through education, research and interpretive exhibits. The Cave Creek Museum is located at 6140 E. Skyline Drive in Cave Creek, Ariz. Open October through May. The museum can be reached at 480.488.2764 or cavecreekmuseum.org. Where History Comes Alive.