Overview By most definitions, Agua Caliente Hill is more of a mountain than a hill. Situated between the Santa Catalina and Rincon Mountains, it…
Salomon Speedcross 4 GTX Review
Summary Four months ago, I purchased a pair of Salomon Speedcross 4 GTX shoes. Since then, I have put over 250 miles on…
Bridal Wreath Falls Hiking Guide
Overview Bridal Wreath Falls is a short hike to a waterfall in the Rincon Mountain District of Saguaro National Park, east of Tucson. The…
First Aid Fridays: So There’s a Crater in Your Foot
This article is part of a series on Wilderness First Aid called First Aid Fridays. Skip to another post: First Aid Fridays: So You've…
Salt Trail Canyon to Little Colorado River Gorge Trip Report
Planning the Trip In late Fall 2017, just a few weeks after hiking across Zion, the itch to go backpacking again was already coming…
Lower Tanque Verde Falls Hiking Guide
Overview Lower Tanque Verde Falls is a short hike near Tucson, Arizona that rewards its visitors with several waterfalls set in a narrow canyon.…
West Fork Trail Hiking Guide
Overview West Fork Trail is a popular hike near Sedona, Arizona that takes you along a creek bottom surrounded by massive red rock walls.…
The Ultimate Guide to White Sands National Monument
Overview In December 2017, Kim and I paid a visit to White Sands National Monument for a weekend getaway from Tucson. We had a…
How to Make a Great Cup of Coffee in the Backcountry
Overview When I wake up in the morning, I like to jumpstart my day with a delicious cup of coffee. For me, it is…
First Aid Fridays: So You’re Barfing up Your Freeze Dried Lasagna
This article is part of a series on Wilderness First Aid called First Aid Fridays. Skip to another post: First Aid Fridays: So You've…