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Hnak
Joined: 06 Jan 2003 Posts: 1766 Location: Prescott, AZ
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Posted: 5/28/2010, 1:29 pm Post subject: I miss the Canyon... |
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I'm slowly recovering from the knee injury I did to myself a couple months ago. I can now walk around without using a crutch, and even climb stairs (and I have this really cool scar on my knee ). I still have a lot of strength to regain, but it is fun to get out on the weekends and hike a few miles in the hills around here...
I think that the Canyon is a bit much for me right now, but it is really hard to stay away. I wonder if I could get a permit for the mile-and-a-half rest house?
Hank _________________ The world is older and bigger than we are. This is a hard truth for some folks to swallow. —EDWARD ABBEY |
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azbackpackr Hi Tech Wizardess
Joined: 31 Dec 2005 Posts: 3639 Location: Needles CA
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Posted: 5/28/2010, 6:25 pm Post subject: Re: I miss the Canyon... |
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Hnak wrote: |
I wonder if I could get a permit for the mile-and-a-half rest house? |
There is always the Maswik Cafeteria! You can walk around and get exercise while loading your tray! |
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Davis2001R6
Joined: 12 Dec 2003 Posts: 5591 Location: Italy
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wanderingsoul
Joined: 19 Jul 2004 Posts: 2285 Location: Gilbert AZ
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Posted: 5/29/2010, 7:30 am Post subject: |
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Oh my Hank didn't realize you hurt your knee that badly. Sounds like it is getting better...slowly.
Take it easy and heal well and you'll be back out before you know it.
Off Crutches is GOOD.
Battle scars huh? Something to show off ! _________________ Wanderingsoul (Michelle)
Positive Thinking Is the Spark that Makes Dreams Happen~~~Unknown |
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maryphyl Grand Canyon Enchantress
Joined: 04 Jan 2003 Posts: 669 Location: Flagstaff
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Posted: 5/29/2010, 5:46 pm Post subject: |
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Is it the steepness or the length of the hike? Try salt in marble--3 miles but some is steep. I used that one and the top part of north canyon when i was coming back to hiking. The north canyon is not steep and has nice water and shade--good recuperation place methinks.--mp _________________ Shikekeh hozhoogo naasha.
I walk in beauty. |
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Shawn I'll sell you map to Lost Dutchman mine!
Joined: 03 Jan 2003 Posts: 2592 Location: Ahwatukee, AZ
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Posted: 5/30/2010, 11:47 am Post subject: |
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I'm heading down tomorrow to Cottonwood, they up the north side Tuesday. Mike and Lon at the Backcountry Office were real saints today. Knees are a bit sore from the 110 miles between Flag and here but can't stop now. _________________ The bear went over the mountain to see what he could see. |
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azbackpackr Hi Tech Wizardess
Joined: 31 Dec 2005 Posts: 3639 Location: Needles CA
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Posted: 5/30/2010, 4:57 pm Post subject: |
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Wow, there you are, Shawn! Glad you are doing so well! |
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Hnak
Joined: 06 Jan 2003 Posts: 1766 Location: Prescott, AZ
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Posted: 5/30/2010, 7:49 pm Post subject: |
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Right now the main issue is the strength in my knee. If I bend my leg very much, it'll collapse, so going downhill is really dicey. I can do a gentle downhill, but the steeper it gets, the smaller steps I have to take to be in control. However, each week I feel a bit stronger, and can tackle a little more challenging trails around here... But, I still miss the Canyon..
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Is it the steepness or the length of the hike? Try salt in marble--3 miles but some is steep. I used that one and the top part of north canyon when i was coming back to hiking. The north canyon is not steep and has nice water and shade--good recuperation place methinks.--mp |
_________________ The world is older and bigger than we are. This is a hard truth for some folks to swallow. —EDWARD ABBEY |
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Hnak
Joined: 06 Jan 2003 Posts: 1766 Location: Prescott, AZ
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Posted: 5/30/2010, 7:50 pm Post subject: |
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Take care of those knees... But above all, have fun!
Shawn wrote: |
I'm heading down tomorrow to Cottonwood, they up the north side Tuesday. Mike and Lon at the Backcountry Office were real saints today. Knees are a bit sore from the 110 miles between Flag and here but can't stop now. |
_________________ The world is older and bigger than we are. This is a hard truth for some folks to swallow. —EDWARD ABBEY |
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wanderingsoul
Joined: 19 Jul 2004 Posts: 2285 Location: Gilbert AZ
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Posted: 5/31/2010, 12:28 am Post subject: |
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Wowie Shawn !!! Congrats on your so far Stay safe and enjoy. _________________ Wanderingsoul (Michelle)
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azbackpackr Hi Tech Wizardess
Joined: 31 Dec 2005 Posts: 3639 Location: Needles CA
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Posted: 5/31/2010, 5:02 am Post subject: |
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I'm putting in for Boucher-Hermit loop and other choices for October. |
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Hikngrl Canyoneering is my 'Happy Place'
Joined: 27 May 2003 Posts: 5578 Location: Peoria, AZ
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Posted: 5/31/2010, 8:54 am Post subject: |
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Yeah Hank, I know the feeling! It calls my name all the time....
Wow Shawn ! You are doing great! Hope you are having fun! _________________ ~~~Diane~~~
I want to shine! |
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tibber
Joined: 16 Feb 2004 Posts: 247 Location: Phoenix
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Posted: 6/1/2010, 8:39 pm Post subject: |
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Gosh this thread and comments has all the emotions doesn't it.
I felt sad , sorry, cheerful , hopeful, happy
I smiled , I laughed , I breathed deep, I cheered for Shawn .
It's a nice group you have! and you all love your Canyon.
KUDOS! _________________ Angela from N Phoenix |
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azbackpackr Hi Tech Wizardess
Joined: 31 Dec 2005 Posts: 3639 Location: Needles CA
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Posted: 6/1/2010, 9:04 pm Post subject: |
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Hey, I put my permit request in this morning! First choice: Boucher-Hermit, because I haven't done Boucher. Put in a couple other choices as well. So we will see what I get.
I thought about putting in for N. Rim hikes, but doubt I will have time for a longer trip. |
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Hnak
Joined: 06 Jan 2003 Posts: 1766 Location: Prescott, AZ
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Posted: 6/2/2010, 6:26 am Post subject: |
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You'll like the Boucher, it's a great hike. I did part of it a few months ago (just to Yuma Point and back). Lots of choices for campsites too, either the Yuma Point site (great views!), the saddle at White's Butte, or Boucher Creek. Sounds like fun!! _________________ The world is older and bigger than we are. This is a hard truth for some folks to swallow. —EDWARD ABBEY |
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