Communities New Pascua – the reservation Old Pascua – in Tucson Barrio Libre – (South Tucson) Marana – northwest of Tucson Guadalupe – southeast suburb of Phoenix The Council Peter Yucupicio, Chairperson Robert Valencia, Vice-Chairman John Escalante, Tribal Council Treasurer Catalina Alvarez, Tribal Council Secretary Benito Valencia, Council Member Robert Valencia, Council Member Arcadio Gastelum, Council Member Francisco Munoz, Jr., Council Member Francisco Munoz, Sr., Council Member David Ramirez, Council Member Luis Gonzales, Council Member HISTORICAL MILESTONES 1533 - First contact with Spaniards in Rio Yaqui Valley,           Sonora, Mexico 1884 - Begin moving to Arizona 1890 - Old Guadalupe settled 1910 - Guadalupe settled on 40 acres 1960 - Yaquis in Old Pascua initiate request for land 1964 - Federal Government deeds 202.76 acres to "Pascua           Yaqui Association" 1983 - Bingo Hall opens 1988 - Pascua Yaqui Constitution signed by Bureau of           Indian Affairs 1994 - Yaquis given "Historic Status" under federal           legislation 1994 - Gaming Compact with Arizona and Casino of the Sun           opens 1995 - Pascua Yaqui Health Maintenance Organization           established 2000 - First high-tech joint venture of a Native American tribe

7474 South Camino de Oeste Tucson, AZ 85746 (520) 883-5000 (520) 883-5014 FAX E-Mail: contact@pascuayaqui-nsn.gov Website: http://www.pascuayaqui-nsn.gov

PUBLIC RELATIONS: Office of Public Relations

Attractions

The Pascua Yaqui Indian Reservation is surrounded by a variety of scenic drives and recreational opportunities. An hour away is Mt. Lemmon with hiking, skiing and other outdoor opportunities. A few miles north of the reservation is Saguaro National Monument. Other sights include San Xavier del Bac Mission, Old Tucson Studios and Kitt Peak Observatory. The nearby Santa Catalina Mountains and Rincon Mountains provide excellent hiking and camping opportunities.

Attractions

The Pascua Yaqui Tribe opened a 9,000 square foot bingo hall in 1992. This facility was expended in 1994 to include a casino. The Casino of the Sun opened March 10, 1994. The Casino Del Sol opened to the public on October 10, 2001. The new casino also features the 4,400-seat Anselmo Valencia Tori Amphitheater (AVA). All gaming facilities are located southwest of Tucson.

Visitor Amenities

• A full range of services is available in nearby Tucson

• Easter Ceremonies (start on Ash Wednesday and continue every Friday night for 7 weeks)
• SEPTEMBER 18 - Tribal Recognition Day