As the baby boomers move into retirement they are not like their parents. Retirement is not about slowing down. The communities that spring up in climates more conducive to this aging population are alive with activities to keep this generation entertained. Clubs and events are designed with the boomers needs in mind and it's not exclusive to the active communities like Saddlebrooke or Del Web. Even in remote locations like Senator Wash, you can find a club or activity to keep you occupied if that is what you want. For example, this area has a jam session for all the musically inclined, a karaoke night for the want-to-be's, in fact there is a street (actually a dirt road) called music row. There are groups that mine for gold, groups that fly small remote controlled aircraft from the landing strip they have made from a flat area cleared of all rocks. There is a club for ATVers, dirt bikers and hikers. And for people that like to bead, bake cookies, exchange books at the liberry (yes that is how they spell it) or do yoga. They golf on the Mesa on Wednesday and on Thursday they play Pétanque (bocce) ball. There is a never ending list of events to keep you off the streets and if you do not see something that fits your particular hobby, well you can always start something up. It's all run by volunteers and as long as it is legal, go for it.
Plus, the Yuma Proving grounds are just down the road so there is always something to watch. Every morning they jump out of planes and parachute to the field on the base. In the early afternoon the choppers fly low up the wash and do maneuvers or practice rescues on the Mesa. And in the late afternoon there are the fighters circling the mountains. From Monday to Friday you can hear and feel the percussion from the big guns as they discharge. And on the days when it is really dry, they bring out the tanks to kick up some major dust storms. If you think those tanks move slow, think again.
Just so much to do and see but today, I think I will just read a book. Why you ask?Why not!
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