History

 Welcome Cowboys and Cowgirls,
I hope you all had wonderful holidays!
In December, Melissa Ruffner treated us to her presentation of reminiscences of early Prescott. She was entertaining and informative and her territorial dress was beautiful and festive. Our members were dressed in their “holiday best” which added to the fun of the evening.
I’m glad we missed the “Bomb Cyclone” wind and snow event at the end of December. Being from western New York originally, I have not-so-fond memories of that kind of weather. We benefit from snow during the winter (the snowmelt helps our water levels) but we want to stay safe and sound.
Recently, I was interviewed by True West magazine. They were looking for information about our Prescott Corral as well as why Prescott is such a unique western town. I don’t know when this information will be used but I’m glad that our Corral is a part of it.
The Corral has printed new Membership brochures and will be placing them around town. They will be available at our dinner meetings too. Encourage your friends and family to become Prescott Corral members.
Deputy Sheriff, Shelly Dannatt, will be leading our February dinner meeting. I will be away on a vacation that I planned so long ago that I forgot I was Sheriff for this one! I’m sure you will be in capable hands and I plan to be here throughout the rest of the year.
The Posse is already discussing potential speakers for our August 5th Western History Symposium at the Phippen Museum. We hope to have the Boy Scouts prepare lunch again. It is expected that we will repeat the successful event we had last year.
Friendly reminder-Please renew your membership if you haven’t done so already. We rely on your support to continue our monthly dinners and presentations. The Corral Membership dues notice for 2023 was included in the last Roundup. Forms will also be available at our next dinner. The dues are $25 per Individual Membership and $40 per couple.
“Days Past” articles, our collaboration with the Sharlot Hall Museum, are always appreciated. If you have one to contribute or have questions, contact Maria Grant at [email protected].
If you have any comments or suggestions about our Corral, please do not hesitate to contact me or any Corral officers. We need your input to keep going strong into the future!
Kathy Mancino, Sheriff

Friendly reminder: Corral dues for 2023 are due: $25 per individual membership and $40 per couple. Click here to download the “Corral Membership Form,” complete and mail (with your check payable to “Westerners”) to the Corral Keeper of the Chips, PO Box 11086, Prescott, AZ 86304-1086.

In December, Melissa Ruffner treated us to her presentation of reminiscences of early Prescott. She was entertaining and informative and her territorial dress was beautiful and festive. Thank you, Melissa!