b"The legendary Western artist and cartoonistHal Empie served as Duncan's pharmacist in the Duncan is a winteringto Duncan, Arizona, andmid-20th century. Of the hundreds of works he destination for SandhillLordsburg, New Mexico.created in that time, perhaps the most impressive cranes and it is easy toOverseen by a volunteeris his 6' x 30' stretched-canvas mural Greenlee, view them along the river,committee, the Javelinawhich hangs permanently in the Duncan High especially at sunrise orChase offers cycling andSchool cafeteria sundown when they flyrunning events for all ages. overlooking the school's from or to their secretplaying fields. The overnighting spots.Hiking cafeteria is openRaptors of many kindsThe best hike near Duncanto visitors duringhunt along the river,is Inspiration Point Loopschool hours.including golden eaglesvia Echo Canyon Trail, a and, more rarely, bald eagles. Theres a great blue3.2 mile loop in Chiricahua National Monument.heron rookery in a cottonwood and black walnutRock-a-Buy Rocks & Giftsgrove on the north side of the river, and thoseWHERE TO STAY Features both local and exotic rock specimens,individuals hunt along the river channel during theChaparral Mini Mart & Motel and a whimsical collection of crocheted andday. facebook.com/duncanbirdingtrail 500 SE Old West Hwy, 928-359-2771 orbeaded items. Owner Doug Barlow can arrange facebook.com/ChaparralMiniMartandMotel guided rock-hounding trips in the area too. Mountain Biking 809 SE Old West Hwy. 928-215-1641, 2020 JAVELINA CHASE: Simpson Hotel: Historic Bed and Breakfast RockABuyRocksAndGifts.comThe Toughest Mountain Bike Race in Arizona116 Main Street, 928-359-3590 or Saturday, March 28Duncan, Arizona SimpsonHotel.comWHERE TO EATGhost Mine Rumble Mountain Bike Races Humble Pieand Kids' Bike Rodeo The Duncan Hotel Some visitors say that Humble Pies pizza is the best 334 North Avenue theyve ever had. 117 Main St, 928-359-9866Butterfield/Overland Gravel Fun Ride5K Trail Run and Half-Marathon RV Parks are listed at VisitGreenleeCounty.com/ Hildas KitchenSunday, March 29Lordsburg, New Mexicouncategorized/rv-parks-directory/ Serves delicious Mexican-American grill in one of the most welcoming atmospheres youll ever find. The Javelina Chase promotes safe cycling and drawsWHERE TO SHOP And you can pick up supplies in the adjacent store. competitive and non-competitive cyclists each yearCountry Chic Art Gallery & Crafters Boutique 105 SE Old West Hwy, 928-359-1771Local crafters and artists display their work and it is also the Duncan Visitor Center.The Ranch House205 SE Old West Highway, 928-359-1955 Complements its excellent steaks withseafood dishes and a salad bar. Germaines Emporium 206 SE Old West Hwy, 928-359-2643Meander through rooms and out-buildings, teeming with antiques, vintage and new toys, dishes, greetingThe Riverfrontcards, and many kinds of Western memorabilia. YouAn old-style tavern full of friendly folks.can also pick up your pet and livestock care supplies101 Old West Hwy, 928-359-2757and peruse Quinton's gun room. 419 SE Old West Hwy, 928-359-2621, GermainesEmporium.comArizonaRealCountry.com January 2020 29"