07/27/2026
The "5 Reasons to Escape to Prescott"
Valley Masons Are Heading to the High Country This September
While the desert valleys bake in triple-digit heat, the historic town of Prescott is calling. If you need a reason to pack your Apron and drive up the mountain on September 11–12, here are five:
1. Trade 110° Heat for Pine-Scented Breezes 🌲
Sitting at an elevation of 5,300 feet, Prescott offers refreshing, cool mountain weather, making it the ultimate retreat from the long desert summer.
2. Walk the Cradle of Arizona Masonry 🏛️
Connect with our deepest roots. As Arizona’s first territorial capital, Prescott’s historic Courthouse Plaza and Whiskey Row set the stage for a weekend hosted by Aztlan Lodge No. 1—the cradle of Arizona Freemasonry.
3. Hear a Uniquely Masonic 9/11 Story 🇺🇸
Mark the 25th anniversary of 9/11 with a public banquet at Badger's Den. R.W. Bro. Moises Gomez (NY/NJ Port Authority first responder) will deliver a profoundly moving presentation on Brotherly Love, Relief, and Truth during crisis.
4. Degree Work Under the "Canopy of Heaven" 🔨
Leave the air-conditioned lodge rooms behind. On Saturday morning, Master Masons will gather at Fain Ranch in Dewey for the legendary Bill Fain Outdoor Degree surrounded by rugged wilderness.
5. A Complete Getaway for Spouses & Families 👒
Bring your spouse! While the Brethren are at the ranch, the ladies can explore local boutiques on the Square and gather for an intimate luncheon at The Copper Note (max 24 seats). Saturday afternoon finishes with an open-to-the-public Shrine Fall Ceremonial and fellowship dinner!
📍 Don't wait—hotel blocks and limited-capacity events fill up fast!
Register Here https://aztlanlodge.org/weekendofremembrance.html