by Cameron Jarman on May 8, 2015 Summer is coming. The temperatures are climbing and so are heat exhaustion, dehydration, heat stroke, and deaths in the desert. Every year I see dozens of stories relating to sun exposure that leads to injury or death and many of the victims are novice hikers who make easily […]
by Cameron Jarman on May 6, 2015 As the sixth largest city in the country, the greater Phoenix area is nearly 2,000 square miles and home to millions of full time and part time residents. The urban sprawl has pushed itself in every direction and up into the foothills of several mountain ranges. Phoenix hikes […]
by Cameron Jarman on April 26, 2015 The Second Water Trail is a brisk, mostly flat hike to a reliable water source in the Superstition Mountains. During the hike you will see typical Sonoran Desert flora and fauna. The Second Water Trail is a nice wide trail that gets a lot of use during the […]
by Cameron Jarman on April 23, 2015 After crossing the finish line of a local running race, my wife was given this cute little tube of hydration tabs that looked a lot like the Airborne tablets used to fight colds and whatnot. In fact, when she brought them home I asked her why a race […]
by Cameron Jarman on April 22, 2015 Today is April 22nd, the 45th anniversary of Earth Day. Started in 1970, the first Earth Day led to the creation of the United States Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) and the passage of the Clean Air, Clean Water, and Endangered Species Acts. Every year since 1970, Earth Day […]
by Cameron Jarman on April 21, 2015 For years I struggled to find people to go hiking with me. I have several outdoor-minded friends but whenever I asked these fools to go on an overnight backpacking trip or a long day hike with me their replies would always be the same thing. It sounded something like […]
by Cameron Jarman on April 6, 2015 When you think of Arizona deserts the first thing that probably comes to your mind is the Saguaro cactus. This giant of a cactus is the centerpiece of Arizona and is native to the Sonoran desert. We love it so much that we named our state flower after […]
by Cameron Jarman on April 11, 2015 About a year ago I took off on an impromptu day hike into the Superstitions. I had a few hours to spare so I jumped into my truck and headed out. Back then, I didn’t have an essentials list and would quite literally scramble through my giant containers […]
by Cameron Jarman on March 28, 2015 The South Kaibab Trail is one of the most incredible hiking experiences of my lifetime. This well worn path leads thousands of travelers down the steep canyon walls and onto the canyon floor where it meets the mighty Colorado River. Located on the South Rim of the Grand […]
by Cameron Jarman on March 23, 2015 The Phoneline Trail is a gateway trail into Sabino Canyon and follows the southern side of the tram road. The Phoneline trail is a great alternative trail to riding the Sabino Canyon tram and is very popular among hikers and trail runners. Length: 4.5 miles (one way) Elevation: […]
by Cameron Jarman on March 23, 2015 Munds Wagon Trail is an easy, casual hike along Schnebly Hill road in Sedona, AZ. The trail offers great views of Sedona, red rocks, and if you are lucky, small pools and water runoff that make the rocks very photogenic. Length: 4 miles (one way) Elevation: 4500 Gain/Loss: 1100 […]
by Cameron Jarman on March 14, 2015 Here is a picture I took that I have hanging in my home. It is in the middle of an Arizona Indian reservation and reminds me of wide open highway and beautiful weather. I really like the red rocks in contrast to the blue sky.
by Cameron Jarman on March 10, 2015 The Hieroglyphics Trail #101 is a short, fun little hike and a great introduction into the Superstition Mountain range. On this hike you can expect to see great views of the East Valley as well as some well preserved hieroglyphics. The Hieroglyphics Trail is recommended to anyone looking […]
by Cameron Jarman on March 6, 2015 I have owned several knives in my lifetime but for some reason have never purchased a Morakniv. Well, this year I received one in my stocking for Christmas this year and I was so excited to get out and cut something! Here is my review of the Mora […]