April 2018 20 and rejuvenate. What better way to relax than by taking a hike on the well-marked nature trails or along the grassy banks of the pristine stream. Perhaps horseback tickles your fancy or fishing the trout-filled streams or nearby Greer lakes. Whatever your pleasure, be sure to have a camera ready because wildlife is plentiful. Observing the quiet yet exciting beauty of the hills, forest streams and skies is enough to give anyone a fresh outlook on life. RIDE Greer offers a variety of horseback riding options, accommodating beginners to experienced equestrians. Horseback rides range from one hour to full day rides. For those that want to bring their own horse, stall rentals are available. Visit X Diamond ranch for more information at xdiamondranch.com. CAMP Camping in Greer is experiencing the wilderness with a bit of quaint convenience. Fishing lakes, streams, hiking trails, and even rustic mountain dining are just a walk away for campers staying at the Rolfe C Hover Campground or Benny Creek Campground directly north of Greer. South Fork Campground and Winn Campground surround the Greer area and are perfect for those looking for a more remote site. Campers can expect majestic scenery and cool temperatures. FISH Anglers young and old will enjoy the opportunity to fish pristine mountain lakes and streams in Greer. The Greer Lakes are renowned Your daylight hours are spent in the great outdoors. Hike, hunt, camp, fish, horseback ride or just relax and reflect. Gentle summer breezes and cool temperatures, a cozy fire during winter, the spectacular colors of spring, summer and autumn, glorious with an explosion of wildflowers! Savor our pristine forests, the crystal waters of the Little Colorado River, mountain lakes, bountiful wildlife and crisp pure air. Unparalleled beauty and nature at it’s best. Just a half-hour drive from Show Low or Pinetop. Once you’ve experienced Greer, you’ll make plans to return again and again. Located in the spectacular White Mountains, Greer is nestled in a remote mountain valley five miles south of Arizona 260 at the end of Arizona 373. Because there is no through traffic, the atmosphere is quiet, slow-paced and tranquil - a rare commodity in today’s fast and furious high- tech world. With the elevation at 8,525 feet, the summers are cool, crisp and inviting. Winters are full of fun in the snow. The permanent residents of Greer (approximately 90) work together to preserve the area’s rustic beauty and charm. Many of these people own and operate their own family businesses. There are excellent choices for lodging, dining and other related services. Whether your preference is setting up housekeeping in your own cozy, private cabin or experiencing the warm hospitality of a bed and breakfast, Greer has it. Or perhaps a clean, comfortable motel room better suits your needs. The choice is yours. APRIL This is the time of renewal, a time to relax and reflect. With skies clear and wildflowers coloring the countryside with their delicate beauty, one can begin to unwind Greer ESCAPE TO THE MAGNIFICENT MOUNTAIN VALLEY IN THE WHITE MOUNTAINS OF GREER ARIZONA. A PLACE REMEMBERED, A TIME TO ENJOY. IT’S AN OUTDOOR FOUR-SEASON, RECREATIONAL PARADISE. GREER IS A PLACE TO GET AWAY FROM THE FAST PACE, THE HEAT OF THE CITY, AND ENJOY SLOWING DOWN.