Now & Zen

Roots Run Deep

There’s natural life to marvel at wherever you look in the Riparian Preserve at Water Ranch, where 4.5 miles of trails wind through an eco-friendly oasis on 110 acres. Turn your eyes skyward to spot some of the 300-odd species of birds that alight here; lower them to observe hummingbirds and butterflies flitting around fragrant gardens designed to attract them; or gaze down from a floating boardwalk to watch ducks and fish cavorting around the surface of a serene lake. 

The brainchild of goat farmer April Gould and yoga instructor Sarah Williams, the unlikely workout created at Arizona Goat Yoga in 2015 has since spurred a nationwide trend. It’s easy to see why. Downward facing dog was never as much fun as when baby goats wearing clothes join in while a couple of alpacas look on placidly. Cow cuddling is another stress reliever you can enjoy after a class at Welcome Home Ranch. 

Prefer your creature comforts indoors and unaccompanied by actual creatures? Gilbert’s dazzling array of spa options will have you glowing, head to toe. Heyday tailors their treatments to your skin type and lifestyle. After a consult with an aesthetician, enjoy a personalized facial and expert recommendations for a follow-up skincare routine. At CLOVR Life Spa, you’ll find services to address every part of your anatomy, from hairstyling and teeth whitening to leg waxing and pedicures. You can cover all the stress-point bases by indulging in a restorative full-body massage.