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Topic: Shaman’s Gallery! |
Al_HikesAZ
Replies: 3
Views: 4263
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Forum: Trip Logs & Trail Descriptions Posted: 5/3/2010, 9:52 am Subject: Shaman’s Gallery! |
Sounds great. On my "must see" list. I didn't realize it was that long a drive. I might combine it with a Tuweap trip and take a longer weekend. Glad it was such a fun trip and looking f ... |
Topic: Cave Creek fire |
Al_HikesAZ
Replies: 4
Views: 3220
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Forum: Hiking, Backpacking & Camping Posted: 9/24/2009, 8:39 pm Subject: Cave Creek fire |
Seven Springs and the Cave Creek Trail system is open. I think it's all open as far as I know. |
Topic: Place that carriers bear-resistant food containers? |
Al_HikesAZ
Replies: 18
Views: 23398
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Forum: Equipment & Gear Posted: 7/28/2009, 9:39 am Subject: Place that carriers bear-resistant food containers? |
Call Peace Surplus 928-779-4521 or email info@peacesurplus.com. They are on Route 66 just east of Humphreys in Flagstaff.
Our problems are usually with mice and ringtails and we use a stainless s ... |
Topic: Canyon backpacker many days overdue. |
Al_HikesAZ
Replies: 24
Views: 10999
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Forum: Hiking, Backpacking & Camping Posted: 7/27/2009, 4:52 pm Subject: Canyon backpacker many days overdue. |
I'm not sure I've seen this mentioned. A Ranger at the Back Country Office told me last Friday that there was climbing gear in his car. They suspected he might have been canyoneering which is why the ... |
Topic: Therm-a-rest Neo Air pad? |
Al_HikesAZ
Replies: 1
Views: 5890
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Forum: Equipment & Gear Posted: 7/16/2009, 11:03 am Subject: Therm-a-rest Neo Air pad? |
It is one of my favorite pieces of equipment. Light and compact. I was surprised that it did not come with a stuff sack. I had an extra stuff sack otherwise I would have had to buy one. It seems p ... |
Topic: is there a less expensive alternative to jetboil? |
Al_HikesAZ
Replies: 11
Views: 13123
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Forum: Equipment & Gear Posted: 6/7/2009, 6:54 pm Subject: is there a less expensive alternative to jetboil? |
I like my Weber Grill. I've had it about 20 years now so it's basically cost me nothing. It is great for 8 or 9 steaks and a few potatoes. Beats those propane things but you do have to carry charco ... |
Topic: Shaman's Gallery |
Al_HikesAZ
Replies: 1
Views: 3457
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Forum: Trip Logs & Trail Descriptions Posted: 5/12/2009, 11:20 am Subject: Re: Shaman's Gallery |
I am looking for directions to Shaman's Gallery/Gordon's Panel on the Tuckup Trail. Thanks, Barb
Gordon Smith has a web page with information and maps. Should show up on a google search but here it a ... |
Topic: October GHOTM? |
Al_HikesAZ
Replies: 18
Views: 9537
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Forum: Events Posted: 5/7/2009, 8:54 pm Subject: October GHOTM? |
I'm interested in the longer loop. |
Topic: Finding Everett Ruess/ mystery may be solved |
Al_HikesAZ
Replies: 14
Views: 10714
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Forum: Off-Trail Area Posted: 4/27/2009, 9:45 am Subject: Finding Everett Ruess/ mystery may be solved |
Here's an update from yesterday's Salt Lake Tribune
DNA results may have solved 75-year-old Utah mystery
By Ben Fulton The Salt Lake Tribune
Updated: 04/26/2009 07:10:42 AM MDT
Photo of Everet ... |
Topic: AZT Segment 22, down hill, Mt Peeley to Sunflower |
Al_HikesAZ
Replies: 51
Views: 18703
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Forum: Events Posted: 4/14/2009, 4:43 pm Subject: AZT Segment 22, down hill, Mt Peeley to Sunflower |
Oh -- In the tow truck operator; we rubbed shoulders with some AZ history. His family came here 1893 and ran cattle till a few years ago and now he runs a tow business out of Jake's Corner -- Business ... |
Topic: Havasupai Campgrounds Re-opening? |
Al_HikesAZ
Replies: 127
Views: 53615
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Forum: Hiking, Backpacking & Camping Posted: 4/5/2009, 9:36 am Subject: Havasupai Campgrounds Re-opening? |
We are going camping on Anegada.
Well when you get back - Did you fly-fish? I hear there's some great fishing on the north shore. I know you didn't go for the mountain climbing. |
Topic: Blue Wilderness |
Al_HikesAZ
Replies: 43
Views: 12772
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Forum: Hiking, Backpacking & Camping Posted: 3/14/2009, 10:27 am Subject: Blue Wilderness |
Suz - I agree 100% with azbackpackr. I have bird books with photos and bird books with illustrations. The illustrated books are the best. Go to a library or bookstore and check them out. For a pho ... |
Topic: Blue Wilderness |
Al_HikesAZ
Replies: 43
Views: 12772
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Forum: Hiking, Backpacking & Camping Posted: 3/13/2009, 10:30 am Subject: Blue Wilderness |
I like Peterson's Field Guide, but would like to see the one you're talking about. Sounds good.
Peterson's is excellent. It has been a classic for 60 years. I think it's a few dollars more than Si ... |
Topic: Blue Wilderness |
Al_HikesAZ
Replies: 43
Views: 12772
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Forum: Hiking, Backpacking & Camping Posted: 3/13/2009, 9:24 am Subject: Blue Wilderness |
I also understand this is a great time to catch some bird migration....just need a bird book now.
I have bought a few bird books in my time and my favorite is Sibley's Field Guide to Birds of Wester ... |
Topic: GHOTM February 22 (Sunday), Hells Canyon Wilderness |
Al_HikesAZ
Replies: 97
Views: 32712
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Forum: Events Posted: 2/27/2009, 9:01 pm Subject: GHOTM February 22 (Sunday), Hells Canyon Wilderness |
I resized them all to under 1mg. I tried to get into the galleries about 15minutes ago. It seemed to take forever, so I went outside and played with my dogs for 10minutes. Came back in and I still w ... |
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