Who will be the 2016 Charles Schwab Cup Champion? We will know this weekend when the last event on the Champions Tour will be played on the Cochise course in Desert Mountain! You can either watch the tournament on The Golf Channel or in person under blue skies at the Jack Nicklaus designed course in North Scottsdale. There were 30 invites sent out to the top 30 money winners on the Continue Reading
Desert Camp Community Center renovation project completed
If you have been eagerly waiting the Desert Camp Community Center’s locker room remodel to be done, you’ll be glad to know it’s now complete. That means the locker rooms have been renovated and there is even a new family restroom! Considering the number of DC Ranch events and activities that take place at the Desert Camp Community Center, these additions were much needed and will be appreciated by Continue Reading
Dive in to Scottsdale summer fun
It’s summertime in Scottsdale and that means dive-in movies are here at DC Ranch! Take your family to the Desert Camp Community Center tonight and the next two Friday nights, June 19 and June 26, for a cool night out. The Community Council is providing snacks and candy, so there’s no need to pack into a crowded theater and buy those expensive tickets and snacks to see a fun film. However, the Continue Reading
The NEW DC Ranch Path and Trail Guide
Fresh off the press in time for the weekend-- the newly updated DC Ranch Path and Trail Guide is now available! You can pick up your copy at either Desert Camp Community Center or The Homestead Community Center or simply download it in the comfort of your own home and then hit the trail. The most important tip for any summertime outing is to take plenty of water. Continue Reading
Summer camp options in DC Ranch
The kids are almost out of school and that means you need to have your action plan for summer camp in place very soon. Did you know that many incredible camp options are located right in your own back yard, in DC Ranch? Earlier in the year we highlighted some unique opportunities for summer camps that required longer lead times due to high demand. Some of the camps featured were the Reptile Continue Reading
AlliedBarton new security provider for DC Ranch community as of December 10, 2014
On Wednesday, December 10 at 9:00 pm, DC Ranch transitions to a new security company. AlliedBarton is the community's new service provider. The DC Ranch Homeowners' Association Board requested and considered proposals from four security vendors because the current provider's contract was ending. After reviewing service levels, guard turnover and feedback from residents, the board Continue Reading
DC Ranch Village Health Club offers tennis lessons to local residents | Scottsdale
The DC Ranch Village Health Club and Spa offers tennis lessons for local residents - no membership required! The program is geared to adults who are new to the sport or haven't played the game for a while. The Village is private membership health and fitness center located at the south end of the community, at the corner of Thompson Peak Parkway and Legacy Boulevard. Continue Reading
Desert Camp Community Center basketball courts under renovation | DC Ranch
The basketball courts at the Desert Camp Community Center in DC Ranch are closed from now until November 14th. The courts are being renovated and a Pickleball court is being added. This is one of the things I love about DC Ranch. The community diligently maintains and updates the community's amenities, which not only makes it a great place to live, but Continue Reading
Century Link installing fiber optic cables at The Country Club Village in DC Ranch
The DC Ranch Homeowner's Association recently announced that Century Link has begun the installation of fiber optic cables in DC Ranch's Country Club Village. The community chose Century Link as the supplier for this project because their conduit is already in the ground in many DC Ranch neighborhoods. Century Link is beginning this project in the Country Club section of the Continue Reading
DC Ranch Village Health Club members "cycle for the cure" for TGen donation
DC Ranch Village Health Club & Spa members recently participated in the “Cycle for the Cure” event, helping to raise more than $152,500 for the TGen Institute in Phoenix. The 2 other Village Health Clubs in the Valley and Studio 360 also participated in the event. The event was expected to raise around $125,000 for TGen, but because of a spike in donations this year, the Continue Reading
DC Ranch Back to School Bash at Homestead Community Center Friday, August 8
School's back in session TODAY! The DC Ranch Community Council is hosting a Back to School Bash this Friday, August 8th from 5:00 to 7:00 pm at The Homestead Community Center. We are DC Ranch real estate experts who enjoy sharing information on our community. Check our Blog regularly for community and real estate information. The "Back to School Bash" Continue Reading
DC Ranch’s Homestead Playhouse preparing for Peter Pan, Jr. production
DC Ranch's Homestead Playhouse is preparing for the upcoming performing arts season. If you're a Peter Pan fan, you'll want to keep reading. The Matheson Team loves the many activities and events that are available in the DC Ranch community, especially those where our own residents are the stars! Subscribe to our Blog to keep up to date on Continue Reading
Cool off at 4 City of Scottsdale Aquatic centers near DC Ranch July 4th and all summer
DC Ranch residents who are looking to stay cool this summer can join in the fun at one of four very affordable Scottsdale Aquatic Centers. And, tomorrow for July 4th, the centers have special events planned for the whole family. The 4 aquatic centers in Scottsdale are: Cactus Aquatic and Fitness Center Chaparral Aquatic Center Eldorado Aquatic and Fitness Continue Reading
Family-friendly Dive-In Movie nights this summer at DC Ranch Community Center
The Desert Camp Community Center in DC Ranch is hosting "Dive In Movie Night" on Friday nights for 4 weeks, starting on July 11th until August 1st. DC Ranch residents are invited to come by and see a selection of family-friendly, animated movie hits on a theatre-sized screen. The show time each Friday is from 7:00 to 10:00 pm, and the event is free. Bring the family, your towels and Continue Reading
Homestead Playhouse in DC Ranch brings performing arts to Scottsdale community
The Homestead Playhouse in DC Ranch has been creating a steady stream of plays and musical performances in this vibrant Scottsdale community. The playhouse, located in the Homestead Community Center, is located on Legacy Boulevard just west of Thompson Peak Parkway. For the 2013- 2014 season the playhouse performed productions of "Annie, Jr" and "The Poisoned Continue Reading
If you’re a "yogi" check out the yoga at DC Ranch Village Health Club & Spa
If you consider yourself a yogi, you should investigate the hot yoga and heated flow classes offered at the DC Ranch Village Health Club & Spa. Located in the Canyon Village retail area, the DC Ranch Village is home to a hot yoga studio that was built with a state-of-the-art heating and cooling system that reduces odors, airborne contaminants, dust, germs and Continue Reading
5 easy summer camp solutions in DC Ranch: theater, sports and field trips
DC Ranch is chalk-full of summer activities for kids, from summer camps to sports programs. Here are 5 easy and convenient summer activity ideas. Homestead Playhouse Summer Theater Camps: Have a child who wants to be the next George Clooney or Meryl Streep? This is the perfect opportunity for him or her to flex his acting chops, playwriting and directing skills (programs Continue Reading
Desert Camp Community Center has amenities for all ages | DC Ranch
The Desert Camp Community Center is an impressive facility located within DC Ranch for residents of the community. It has a wide variety of amenities for all ages and is open year round. It's an 8,000 square foot facility located on a total of 9 acres at the southeast corner of Thompson Peak and Pima, across from the West Gate of the Country Club. For little ones, the Desert Camp Continue Reading
5 hiking trails for all fitness levels at Gateway Trailhead next to DC Ranch
The Gateway Trailhead, less than a mile from DC Ranch, offers 5 trails that cater to all levels of fitness. This article offers an overview of each trail. Located on the east side of Thompson Peak Pkwy, between Legacy Blvd and Bell Rd, the Gateway Trailhead is a part of the McDowell Sonoran Conservancy. It's a wonderful amenity for Continue Reading
DC Ranch Community Center offering free swim fitness programs for adults
The DC Ranch Community Center in connection with the Community Council is beginning two swim fitness programs at the Desert Camp pool for residents who want to get more fit or for those who just love to swim. The sessions start this week and go through Labor Day. Fitness Swim Monday, Wednesday, Friday | 6 a.m. to 9 a.m. The pool is reserved three mornings for lap swimming. Continue Reading
DC Ranch Eggstravaganza one of community’s favorite annual events | Scottsdale
One of the biggest community activities of the year here in DC Ranch is the Easter Eggstravaganza. This is an annual spring event with a new creative theme each year. Every year has a different cast of characters; one year Candyland was featured while another Beauty, the Beast and friends entertained us. This year, it's Alice in Wonderland. Join the White Rabbit, Queen of Continue Reading
