Tag Archives: hiking

Backcountry Podcast – Episode 3 – “In Gear”

On the 3rd episode of the Backcountry Podcast, Joe (AKA The Chief) and Mr. Feeney discuss the ins and outs of being a gear whore and the best and worst gear finds. They also dive into the debate of girls joining the Boy Scouts and close the show with a conversation about the worst halloween…
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Sandy’s Canyon Trail / Arizona Trail – Flagstaff

  Trail / Area: Sandy's Canyon Trail / Arizona Trail - Flagstaff, AZ Total Distance (round trip): 5 Miles (2.5 miles to cave feature at Fisher Point) Trail Difficulty: Easy Terrain: Mostly flat trail - a little rocky to start Water Availability: Bring your own Route Finding: Easy Time: 1.5 hours round trip Dogs: Allowed…
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The Backcountry Podcast – Episode 2 – “Unplugged”

  On the second episode of the now rechristened Backcountry Podcast, Joe (AKA The Chief) and Mr. Feeney, discuss the why we camp and the benefits of unplugging for a few days. The boys also get into the age old question - Is turkey overrated? Plus, a short addendum to our NFL uniform debate. Running…
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Flash Flood – Arizona’s Hidden Danger

[huge_it_maps id="2"] On Saturday July 15th, 2017, a flash flood decimated a popular swimming hole near Payson, AZ, killing 10 people - all from one extended family. The family had made the trek to the Cold Springs swimming hole to celebrate a birthday. And in an instant, they were gone. No warning, no chance and…
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