Padre Eusebio Francisco Kino

Born in August 10, 1645, Padre Eusebio Fransico also known as Father Kino was a Jesuits priest from a small town which is now known as Northern Italy. With a German education, he became almost a prototype for missionaries.  Kino was not only a missionary and great church builder, but was also a great ranchman and explorer. He is known for successfully and accurately mapping of the Pirmeria Alta in detail starting in 1687.  Know for doing a lot of missionary work in Arizona, the locals referred to as “Padre on Horseback”. He would set out on long journeys, over long distances only on horseback. Usually by himself and covering up to 1000 miles.