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Sandy’s Canyon Trail / Arizona Trail – Flagstaff

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”

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

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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Exploring Mount Baldy Arizona

Exploring Mount Baldy Arizona

[huge_it_maps id="1"] Trail: Mount Baldy Loop Dates: June 2,3,4 2017 Length (approx): 16 miles (full loop) Difficulty: Moderate to Hard Water: In Abundance Elevation Gain (approx): 2200 ft to the "top" of Mount Baldy Route Finding: Easy Wildlife in Area: Bears, Grey Wolves, Coyotes and Elk are a possibility "Oh hey, that's a…

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