I miss the Canyon...

Hnak · Joined: 06 Jan 2003 Posts: 1766 Location: Prescott, AZ

I'm slowly recovering from the knee injury I did to myself a couple months ago. Awww Rats!

I can now walk around without using a crutch, and even climb stairs (and I have this really cool scar on my knee nutty

). 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... Hiking

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? Rolling Eyes

Hank
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azbackpackr · Posted: 5/28/2010, 6:25 pm Post subject: Re: I miss the Canyon...

Davis2001R6 · Joined: 12 Dec 2003 Posts: 5591 Location: Italy

so do I
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wanderingsoul · Joined: 19 Jul 2004 Posts: 2285 Location: Gilbert AZ

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 ! Laughing

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maryphyl · Posted: 5/29/2010, 5:46 pm Post subject:

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
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Shawn · Posted: 5/30/2010, 11:47 am Post subject:

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.
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azbackpackr · Posted: 5/30/2010, 4:57 pm Post subject:

Wow, there you are, Shawn! Glad you are doing so well!

Hnak · Joined: 06 Jan 2003 Posts: 1766 Location: Prescott, AZ

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..

Hnak · Joined: 06 Jan 2003 Posts: 1766 Location: Prescott, AZ

Take care of those knees... But above all, have fun!

wanderingsoul · Joined: 19 Jul 2004 Posts: 2285 Location: Gilbert AZ

Wowie Shawn !!! Congrats on your Hiking

so far

Stay safe and enjoy.
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azbackpackr · Posted: 5/31/2010, 5:02 am Post subject:

I'm putting in for Boucher-Hermit loop and other choices for October.

Hikngrl · Posted: 5/31/2010, 8:54 am Post subject:

Yeah Hank, I know the feeling! It calls my name all the time....

Wow Shawn ! You are doing great! Hope you are having fun!
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tibber · Joined: 16 Feb 2004 Posts: 247 Location: Phoenix

Gosh this thread and comments has all the emotions doesn't it.

I felt sad Sad

, sorry, cheerful Smile

, hopeful, happy Bouncing

I smiled

, I laughed Laughing

, I breathed deep, I cheered for Shawn Multi

.

It's a nice group you have! and you all love your Canyon.

KUDOS! Beer

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azbackpackr · Posted: 6/1/2010, 9:04 pm Post subject:

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.

Hnak · Joined: 06 Jan 2003 Posts: 1766 Location: Prescott, AZ

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!!
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