The 2021 baby turtle release season in Puerto Peñasco wrapped up on November 27th, curiously on National Conservation Day, following the natural hatching and journey of 92 baby turtles into the Sea of Cortez. This came after the release of an additional 497 baby turtles, stemming from 614 eggs this year. Biologist Humberto Gonzalez Veliz […]
As the year winds down, Nélida Barajas Acosta, Executive Director of the Intercultural Center for the Study of Deserts and Oceans (CEDO) reported that despite Covid-19, in 2021 the organization managed to bounce back and make firm strides in programs aimed at sustainable fishing. Barajas Acosta stressed CEDO made even greater strides than was expected […]
On Dec. 7th, Rocky Point Rally founder and head organizer Oscar Palacio Soto, accompanied by mayors of both Puerto Peñasco and Sonoyta along with the local Convention and Visitors Bureau, presented proceeds from this year’s 20th Anniversary edition to local institutions benefiting from this charitable facet of the rally. Funds raised at the rally come […]
December kicked off with the nightly pilgrimages in honor of Mexico’s patron saint, the Virgen de Guadalupe. The evening processionals, departing from the Old Port each day at 5 p.m. (Dec 1st-11th), wind their way to the Nuestra Señora de Guadalupe Church on Ave. Simon Morua, often accompanied by fireworks and music. This all leads […]
MARGARITA ANGELS VOLUNTEERS NEEDED PREP FOR KIDS PENASCO HOLIDAY DRIVE DELIVERY DATE: DEC 18TH! 1. COOKIE TEAM Dec 14 & Dec 15 – 12pm-5pmNeed 5-10 people to fill cookie bags for kids. 2. BLANKET & COATS TEAM Dec 15 -12pm-5pm Need 3-5 people to fold and prep blankets and put in black bags for distribution. […]
Nineteen year-old weightlifter Abdeel Noemí “Mimi” Rodriguez of Puerto Peñasco conquered her first PanAmerican Youth Games in Cali, Colombia on Nov. 29th, taking home gold in the over 87 kilo category. Rodriguez dominated her category after lifting 246 KG in all, with 108 kg in snatch and 138 kg in clean and jerk. This performance […]
In what is a first for the city of Puerto Peñasco, a nautical Christmas Light parade will take place on the evening of Dec. 18th starting at 5 p.m. from the city docks. The coordinated effort of the City of Puerto Peñasco and Cuéntanos Peñasco aims to bring joy to local families and visitors alike […]
It’s back! After taking a year off, Roger Clyne & The Peacemakers are re-launching the annual January Jam in Puerto Penasco over MLK Weekend, January 14-16, 2022. Three days of music, a golf tournament, NFL Playoffs, perfect weather and a long weekend – what more is there? Tickets went on sale November 30 at www.januaryjam.net […]
Puerto Peñasco recently reaffirmed its spot as one of the most inclusive beaches in northwestern Mexico, inaugurating renovations to the northern and southern access points to Playa Hermosa. Mayor Jorge Pivac Carrillo emphasized this project is the best of its kind in Sonora, making Puerto Peñasco stand out as a city with accessible points that […]
Puerto Peñasco Convention & Visitors Bureau present at Tourism Fair in Mérida The Puerto Peñasco Convention & Visitors Bureau (OCV) took part in the “Rebirth of Tourism” Fair held Nov 16th – 19th, in Merida, Yucatan. As Puerto Peñasco is an emerging destination with much to offer, the world needs to learn about the beauties […]
After Black Friday and Cyber Monday, the back-to-back days of deals, join us in kicking off the holiday giving season on Giving Tuesday! While things are slowly getting back to normal after the Covid-19 pandemic, the mission of CEDO in fostering vibrant communities and resilient ecosystems in the Northern Gulf of California and other ecoregions […]
Starting Dec. 3rd, Fridays will mean Ladies Golf at The Links golf course of Las Palomas Beach & Golf Resort. To sign up, please contact Arlyn Goodwin by the Thursday before for more info and details. FORE!
January Jam 2022 tickets go on sale Nov. 30th! After taking last year off, January Jam returns with three days of music, golf and NFL playoffs! Joining RCPM all 3 days will be The Vandoliers, RC & the Ambers (RC Edwards from Turnpike Troubadours), Jesse Dayton, Jim Dalton, The Jons (full band), Andrew Leahey and […]
On November 30, people all over the globe will come together and harness the power of human connection to change our world. Will you join us? This year, Esperança’s Steps of Love program will be participating in #GivingTuesday to raise $5,000 for education efforts in the area of Puerto Peñasco. Here’s how you can help: […]
Whew! The 20th Anniversary of the Rocky Point Rally has come and gone. We are rounding the corner on the remaining weekends of ’21 and almost ready for the New Year! Can you believe it? Nope, neither can we. In this interim between Rocky Point Rally and Thanksgiving festivities, there is still plenty to do […]
The 20th Anniversary edition of the Rocky Point Rally drew over 5000 bikers, along with more than 15,000 tourists to the shores of Rocky Point Nov. 11th – 14th. Sonora Tourism (COFETUR) Secretary Célida Teresa López Cárdenas emphasized the event underscored this rally as one of the most important in northwestern Mexico. López Cárdenas stressed […]