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Founded
as a Scottsdale, Arizona magazine, A Peek at the Peak's logo is a stylized outline of Pinnacle Peak,
North Scottsdale's most distinctive
mountain. A "refreshingly different" magazine founded in 1983,
The Peak has been a distinguishing part of the Pinnacle Peak and Desert
Foothills community since 1983. By and for that community, it is the
only magazine dedicated to quality of life, education, desert
preservation, wildlife conservation, and the arts in the North Scottsdale, Carefree, Cave
Creek, Rio Verde, and northern Phoenix areas. The Peak,
a nonprofit, 501 (c) 3 publication, is provided as a community service by
the Greater Pinnacle Peak Association (GPPA), which was founded in 1977. The magazine,
which received national recognition in 2006 and 2009 when the Society of
National Association Publications named it an EXCEL Award winner,features original
articles by local writers about local organizations, community events, local history, Sonoran plants, animals, restaurants, galleries, and people.
If you own or manage a
local business, join the many other businesses that benefit by advertising in The Peak. Advertisements
in The Peak not only attract customers but they enable advertisers to
be part of an established community tradition. By placing ads,
advertisers foster desert preservation, wildlife conservation, the arts,
education, and community service. Advertisements and GPPA Friends fund publication of The Peak magazine, which provides a voice
for local writers.
About The Current Issue
That’s Tony Nelssen on the cover. Tony died
on May 26, 2010, after a brief bout with cancer. Tony was active in our
organization and community for many years. In addition, he was a member of A
Peek at the Peak’s (The Peak’s) editorial staff, and a friend.
The planned theme of this issue was “Our Wildlife,” but instead, we’re using it
to honor Tony and his family. You’ll learn about Tony and his contributions to
our community from the people who knew him best, his friends and colleagues.
You’ll also learn about him from an excellent column written by Arizona Republic
columnist Laurie Roberts. In “Scene,” Howard Myers writes about Tony as a role
model and friend. Incidentally, you’ll also find a few articles about “our
wildlife.”
There’s More!
In addition to tributes to Tony, you will find a variety of articles, some
serious and some not so serious, in this and every issue of The Peak.
Importantly, you’ll find information and entry forms for our annual Summer Fun
contests. We encourage your participation by writing or photographing “what’s
worth preserving” in our community.
The Peak is a nonprofit community magazine and all the articles are contributed
by local writers. The Peak magazine, e-Peak Monthly Newsletter,
www.ThePeakAZ.org, and www.Scenic Drive.org are provided as a community service
by the Greater Pinnacle Peak Association and Friends of the Scenic Drive.
Columns
In addition to interesting local news and articles, you'll
often find these
columns:
- Arizona Cowboy (humorous poetry about the West)
- Dining Out (review of local restaurants)
- Dog Daze (pet dog describes the challenges of daily life)
- Far From Home (experiences of two Scottsdale residents who do business training
abroad as volunteers)
- Government 101 (a look at development issues that impact our community)
- Here and There in Art (review of local art exhibits and galleries)
- A Peek at Fitness (advice for keeping in peak condition)
- On the Wild Side (articles about rehabilitation of great horned owls,
hawks, and other raptors)
- Community Scene
- Community Events
If you need a product or service, why not contact a local business that supports GPPA. You'll find those
businesses listed in our Advertiser Sections.
Editor
The lead articles of every issue of The Peak are based on a theme.
The themes of the year's issues are listed below.
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January/February - Our Desert
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March/April - Snowbird Fun
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April - Our Desert Life
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May/June - Summer Fun
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July/August - Our Wildlife
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September/October - Our Community
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November/December - Peak Holidays
In addition to theme-related content, you'll find articles by local writers, interesting columns, information
about upcoming community events, and the latest GPPA news in this Scottsdale, Arizona magazine.
At Local Outlets
You can pick up your free copy of The Peak magazine at more than
70
convenient locations in North Scottsdale. These locations include
supermarkets, banks and stores. At supermarkets you will find copies of
the magazine in free standing magazine racks or in the customer service area.
At offices, salons and stores the magazines are usually in the reception area in
table-top racks. Supermarket locations include:
- AJ's Supermarket at AJ's center at Pinnacle Peak, Thompson Peak/Frank
Lloyd Wright, Pima and Union Hills Road, Scottsdale Road and Lone Mountain
Road
- Basha's at Grayhawk Shopping Center, McDowell Mountain, Carefree
- Big Lots at N. 90th Street
- Safeway at DC Ranch, The Summit, Pinnacle Peak and Scottsdale,
Scottsdale Road and Shea, E. Via Linda and Shea, and several others
- Sam's Club, N. Northsight Blvd.
- Walgreen's at Grayhawk Shopping Center, Terravita Marketplace, Dynamite
and Alma School in Scottsdale
- World Foods at E. Mayo Blvd, Phoenix, E. Raintree Drive,
Scottsdale
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current Peak advertisers are listed in the Marketplace section of
this site and their advertisements appear in both the print and online editions
of the magazine. If you don't have a print edition hand, "thumb" through the
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Peak advertisers can choose to gain additional exposure by having their magazine
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companies and organizations. Let them know you appreciate their support of
The Peak and GPPA by using their products and services.
GPPA thanks this issue's advertisers. Every year, GPPA donates money to a variety of
nonprofit organizations and awards a college grant. It is the support of advertisers and members
that made those donations possible.
Review The Peak's Advertising Kit online or download
and print for later use. It provides all the information you need to make
a decision and get started.
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The Peak has been a "labor of love" since 1983. If you love to write and are looking for an enjoyable way to serve the
community, we hope you will consider contributing articles to The Peak.
Almost all of the articles that we publish are written by local residents who
donate their work to support the objectives of GPPA. You can meet some of them
in Peak People.
The Peak's Amazon Store provides
a resources for writers.
Writer Guidelines are designed to assist
writers who plan to assist their work to The Peak.
Editorial Calendar for 2010
All articles and other copy must be submitted by the dates shown below.
Earlier submissions are appreciated. Late submissions may be withheld
until a future issue.
| Issue |
Editorial Close Date |
Theme |
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September/October |
August 1 |
Our Community |
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November/December |
October 1 |
Peak Holidays |
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January/February 2011 |
December 1 |
Our Desert Life |
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March/April |
February 1 |
Snowbird Fun |
|
May/June |
April 1 |
Summer Fun |
|
July/August |
June 1 |
Our Wildlife |
For more information about writing articles for The Peak, advertising
in The Peak or obtaining copies of The Peak, please do not
hesitate to contact us.
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