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A look at the destruction of the Woodbury fire I took a drive to the Reavis Ranch trailhead yesterday. The destruction from the Woodbury fire is immense. It looks like a completely different place. Although wildfires are a naturally occurring…
Posted in Land UsePublic commenting open for Apache Sitgreaves National Forest Travel Management Plan The Apache Sitgreaves National Forest is asking the public to submit comments concerning a travel management plan in northern Arizona. These changes will affect access to our public lands.…
The story of a lonely Arizona pioneer named Gold Tooth Pranty Fred Pranty was a rancher, prospector, hunter, and an Arizona pioneer, whose story was lost throughout history. He lived a solitary life in the Sierra Ancha mountains and was…
Before I made the trek into Parashant, I had no idea of the beauty that was just hours away from my home. It’s easy to underestimate the Parashant. I have seen so many pictures of the Grand Canyon; I feel…
I’m a huge fan of the Backcountry Navigator apps. It’s got to be one of the best GPS programs available. I’ll be honest, I’ve never used anything else. Having a GPS is essential for many reasons. Knowing what type of…
Posted in PreparednessA great resource to find your next adventure. If you don’t have a 4wd to get into the deep backcountry of your state, then you might like this map. On this map, you will find various places to visit on…
Posted in AdventuresMemorial Day Trexpedition through the Sierra Ancha Mountains in Arizona. Dusk was approaching as we gathered at the gas station off Highway 87 just outside of town. After a lengthy introduction and a short chit-chat, we tuned our radios to…
Playing catch-up and stopped by a blizzard We are finally on day five and the crew was running low on supplies. Many in the group stressed that we stop at a grocery store. I was well stocked and wasn’t in…
Posted in AdventuresA mildly challenging trail and an awesome mine After a good night’s sleep, we woke up to prepare some breakfast and pack up camp. Our camp was located near China Dam, just north of Lake Pleasant along Humbug Creek. There…
Imagine owning your own slice of paradise in the middle of the National Forest. Your ancestors came here in the mid-1800s and claimed the land as their own. Your great grandparents built the old cabin on the property. They are…
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