Carr Canyon Visitor Information Center

Saturday, July 7, 9:30 a.m.

He was the longest serving officer at Fort Huachuca.  She led mountain lion hunts and collected snakes. John and Ila Healy were naturalists, historians and hosts. And they did so much more from their home in Carr Canyon. The Friends of the Huachuca Mountains invite you to learn more about the Healys on Saturday, July 7, with a history talk and walk led by Carr Canyon resident Rosemary Snapp. The program will start at 9:30 a.m.

The Healys had a ranch in the canyon from 1937 to 1972.  John’s career at Fort Huachuca started with the 10th U.S. Cavalry, patrolling the Mexican Border at Lochiel in 1918. John was also the last commander of the Apache Scouts. His service at Fort Huachuca spanned both World War I and World War II. In Ila’s spare time, she managed a dude ranch in Carr Canyon for hunters, birders, and children with asthma.

Following John’s death in 1972, Ila made the difficult decision to sell her beloved ranch to the U.S. Forest Service, except for 5 acres, which Rosemary and her husband, Ralph, now call home. Thanks to Ila, and now Rosemary and Ralph, who continue to preserve the history of this beautiful area, we can all enjoy this special place for years to come.

For safety reasons occupancy in Carr House is limited to 49 people. In the past, the audiences for some popular programs have exceeded that number. Please arrive early to be sure you get a seat, as additional visitors over the limit will not be admitted while the program is going on. Overflow guests will be invited to watch a live stream of the program at our outside picnic area.

Carr House is located on Carr Canyon Road, 2.1 miles from the intersection of Highway 92 at the Mesquite Tree Restaurant.

Please consider becoming a member of the Friends of the Huachuca Mountains. Visit our website, www.huachucamountains.org, for more information on who we are, what we do, and how to become a member.