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Page 14 ADVENTURES WITH ROCKS GO OUTSIDE AND PLAY! Oh, and thanks very much! By Jenn Jedidiah Free It's that time of year- springtime in the desert. Folks are heading out to play for the last time before heading to their summer destinations. There is so much to do here: rockhounding, gold prospecting, mountain biking, hiking, 4-wheeling, and, yes, even boating on some of the area lakes. There are stone cabins, old mines, ghost towns, petroglyphs, and the beautiful wild parts of the Sonoran desert to see all around Quartzsite. Our desert certainly is a beautiful place in the springtime. Birds and wildlife abound. Washes explode with the colors and fragrances of desert fl owers. Cacti and ocotillos are blooming. Temperatures are still www.DesertMessenger.com enjoyable in the 70's and low 80's. But the desert can be deceptive. This is still a harsh envi- ronment, after all. It is important to remember to be prepared when heading out to play, even on a short local trip. The dryness of the desert can cause dehydration more quickly than ex- pected, even on a cooler, breezy day. Be sure to always pack enough water for everyone in the party. One gal- lon per person is recommended, just to be on the safe side. And, while we think about heat illness in the sum- mer, it can also be a concern at this time of the year. Anything can happen when out in the desert. Keep a bag or backpack stuffed with food, a fi rst aid kit, and extra clothing- even when heading out for just a few hours. If you get stuck overnight you will be warm and have food and water. Keep your vehicle prepared as well. Extra water, parts, and tires are good basics to have even for short trips. It is always better to be over- prepared than under- pre- pared. In addition to being prepared, follow- ing the Treasure Hunter's Code of Eth- ics ensures that everyone has a pleasant experience and can enjoy our beautiful desert in the future. Conduct yourself in the backcountry with courtesy and consideration for others. Respect the rights and property of others and ob- serve all laws, whether national, state, or local. Never destroy historical or archeological treasures, and leave the land and vegetation as it was. Fill in all holes, and please remove all trash and litter when you leave. Remember, all treasure hunters may be judged by the actions of one, so think about the image and example you are setting. And remember: no matter what, have fun and enjoy life! And as you bid Quartzsite goodbye for the winter, we want to thank you for allowing us to be a part of your fun here. Thank you for making this season a very successful one for us here at RocksInMyHead at Rice Ranch. We couldn't do it without you. Travel safely and have a great summer. Wherever you are, we hope you will allow us to serve you over the phone (605-376-8754), by email (Jenn@RocksInMyHead.biz), and on the web for all your rock and gold-re- lated desires. Quartzsite Radio KBUX 94.3 FM http://kbuxradio.com • Quartzsite's Favorite "CLASSIC HITS" • Local Information • Weather • 24 Hours Day / 7 Days Week! 928-927-5111 First locally-owned and operated music station in Quartzsite, Arizona. Proudly serving the communities of Quartzsite, Bouse, Brenda, Rainbow Acres, La Paz Valley and beyond, since 1988. And thanks to you, we will be expand- ing next year to offer several new product lines as well as some exciting new services and events. Follow us on Facebook or in the Desert Messenger throughout the summer and fall for all the updates. Or go to www.RocksInMyHead.biz and register your email. Please come by our booth at A37 in Rice Ranch and say goodbye before you get on the road. Grab a rock or two to take with you. We are open until the end of March. See ya next year! March 21, 2012 Breakfast with QES Students April 5th 7:30-8:00am and Book Fair Quartzsite, Arizona - The public is invited to come to the Quartzsite El- ementary School and have breakfast with the students. Start your day with our wonderful biscuits and sausage gravy with juice and milk for $2.00! While you are here, you can browse our Spring Book Fair being held in our school library. This is a Buy One/Get One Free Book Fair that our students and families look forward to each year. We will have books for all grade levels so plan to "shop 'til you drop" and get your students ready to read throughout the summer! Re- member, it is a buy one/get one free book fair. Our Spring Book Fair will be held April 2nd through April 6th from 8:30am -10:30am and 1pm-3pm. Please help our students with their reading skills and purchase some exciting books that they can enjoy during their summer break. Linda Ward, Librarian If you are interested in joining our students for breakfast, please RSVP and prepay by March 30th so that our Cafeteria can prepare enough food for the company we will be having. For more information contact Quartzsite Elementary School at 928-923-7915. DEADLINE is WED. March 28 for April 4th issue of the Desert Messenger Email: desertmessenger7@yahoo.com Phone: 541-218-2560 www.DesertMessenger.com RV PROCTOLOGIST Dirty Holding Tanks Need Servicing Annually. Let us clean them for you. WE SOLVE THESE PROBLEMS: • Chemical Buildup Problems • Gauge & Sensor • Compacted Debris • Biological Hazard • Odor 928-916-1908 www.rvholdingtankdoctor.com