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ileposts LLAMA HIKES

The arrival of autumn in the White Moun-tain area means it's time for fall foliage hikes that offer something a little different: instead of the traditional pack mules, exotic llamas carry supplies and meals needed for the day-long treks. Participants convene in Pinetop-Lakeside October 3 or 4 and travel caravan-style to the base of Escudilla Mountain where the hikes begin. The cost is $35 per person (including gourmet lunch), and reservations are required. For details, contact the Pinetop-Lakeside Parks and Recreation Department, (602) 368-6700.

B&B BROCHURE

When it comes to bed-and-breakfasts, Arizona has something for everyone: a country house with views of Sedona's sculptured red rocks, a Queen Anne home within walking distance of Prescott's Whiskey Row, an 1880s homestead in the high desert/oak woodland near Tucson — and that's just a sampling. To obtain a free brochure with details on two dozen B&Bs (including those mentioned here), contact Arizona Association of Bed & Breakfast Inns, 3661 N. Campbell Ave., Box 237, Tucson, AZ 85719; (602) 231-6777.

and-breakfasts, Arizona has something for everyone: a country house with views of Sedona's sculptured red rocks, a Queen Anne home within walking distance of Prescott's Whiskey Row, an 1880s homestead in the high desert/oak woodland near Tucson — and that's just a sampling. To obtain a free brochure with details on two dozen B&Bs (including those mentioned here), contact Arizona Association of Bed & Breakfast Inns, 3661 N. Campbell Ave., Box 237, Tucson, AZ 85719; (602) 231-6777.

MEETING OF WORLDS

A five-day Arizona/New Mexico bus tour, whose stops include the Mission San Xavier del Bac and a portion of Coronado's route through eastern Arizona, highlights the Columbus Quincentenary commemorative celebration October 3 through 9, sponsored by the Bureau of Land Management and the universities of Arizona and New Mexico. The event begins with a symposium in Tucson and ends with another in Albuquerque. Both feature presentations that explore Spanish and Indian contributions to the Southwest.

For information and reservations, contact Gail Acheson, Bureau of Land Management, P.O. Box 16563, Phoenix, AZ 85011; (602) 640-5504.

COMING ATTRACTIONS

Kachinas, jewelry, sculptures, paintings, baskets, and rugs created by some of the young Indian artists to be featured in the November issue of the magazine will be exhibited Saturday, October 24 from 10:00 A.M. to 5:00 P.M. at the Arizona Center in downtown Phoenix (Third Street and Van Buren). Next month's article, written by Lois Essary Jacka with photographs by Jerry Jacka — longtime experts on the culture of Southwestern Indians — will highlight a new generation of Indian artists, from a six-year-old Navajo girl who weaves rugs and a young Hopi man who helped revive a classic style of carving kachinas to a potter carrying on the tradition of her great-great-grandmother, renowned Hopi/Tewa potter Nampeyo.

For information about the exhibit, call the magazine at 258-6641 or the Arizona Highways Gift & Information Center at the Arizona Center, 257-0381.

EVENTS WEST'S WILDEST RODEO

October 2-4; Winslow A street dance Thursday, October 1 precedes the annual rodeo which starts Friday and ends Sunday and features daylong events pitting the cowboys against tons of rampaging bulls. There will be an admission charged for afternoon and evening performances. Information: 289-2434.

LONDON BRIDGE DAYS

October 5-11; Lake Havasu City Finding London Bridge and an "English village" in this desert-lake city may be surprising, but an annual celebration of the scenic anomaly shouldn't be. There's no admission charge to the event, which promises a big parade, concerts, contests, and a chili cook-off. Information: 453-3444 or toll-free 1 (800) 242-8478.

FORT VERDE DAYS

October 9-11; Camp Verde A "military ball," a parade, arts-and-crafts exhibits, a barbecue, games, and live entertainment highlight this celebration of Camp Verde's historic past. Admission is free. Information: 567-9294.

BUTTERFIELD OVERLAND STAGE DAYS

October 9-11; Benson In the early 1860s, the Butterfield stage passed through this area, and nowadays locals celebrate the historic happening with a parade, music, artsand-crafts displays, and food booths. Admission is free. Information: 586-2842.

APPLE FESTIVAL

October 10-11; Sedona Sedona celebrates its cultural heritage and a long association with apple orchards with a weekend of fun that includes entertainment and both arts and crafts and gourmet foods that incorporate the delectable fruit. Also, the Arizona Indian Living Treasure Award in recognition of lifetime artistic achievement will be presented (Saturday). Admission is $4 for adults and free for youngsters under 12. Information: 282-8766.

ARIZONA STATE FAIR

October 15-November 1; Phoenix What would a fair be without cotton candy, carnival rides, and games of chance that test just how much you really want to win a stuffed teddy bear? This huge annual family event at the state fairgrounds (1826 W. McDowell Road) has all those diversions to offer and more, including stage shows (free with fair admission) starring top national performers. Information: 2526771.

HELLDORADO DAYS

October 16-18; Tombstone Wild West enthusiasts will find diversions galore at this annual event featuring shootouts, a musical revue, Mexican dance performances, square dancing, a children's carnival, and a parade. Admission will be charged for most activities. Information: 457-2211. October 24-November 22; Phoenix The Phoenix Art Museum hosts the 27th annual exhibition of the most recent paintings and sculptures created by the 33 members of this artist fraternity whose works continue the tradition of Frederic Remington and Charlie Russell. Regular museum admission gets you into the show. Information: 257-1222.

COWBOY ARTISTS OF AMERICA EXHIBITION