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532 mile proposed trail closure threatens Rim Road Yup, you read that right. A large portion of the Mogollon Rim Road ( Forest Road 300 ) is under threat of closure upon completing the Apache Sitgreaves National Forest Travel Management…
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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…
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Public 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.…
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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…
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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…
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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…
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A 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…
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Join an unforgettable Memorial Day Trexpedition through the stunning Sierra Ancha Mountains in Arizona. From navigating technical trails like Cherry Creek and the Sierra Ancha 4×4 loop to exploring historical sites like the decaying DuPont cabin and Copper Mountain Mine,…
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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…
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A 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…


