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Trishness The Snake Charmer
Joined: 21 Sep 2003 Posts: 2530 Location: Apache Jct, AZ
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Posted: 8/10/2011, 6:51 pm Post subject: January 2012 GHOTM- Whiskey Spring/Red Tanks Loop |
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WHEN: January 21, 2012
This hike will take us approx 15 miles leaving from Peralta TH and looping around the following trails:
4.2 miles on the Dutchman #104 to Miners Summit and the intersection of Whiskey Spring #238. 1.8 miles on Whiskey Spring #238 to the junction of Red Tanks #107. 2.0 miles on Red Tanks to the Junction of Dutchman #104 (would like to take a side trip to Trap Canyon in this section adding an additional mile or so). 2.3 miles on Dutchman #104 to junction of Bluff Spring #235. 3.1 miles on Bluff Spring back to Peralta TH.
Almost all the elevation gain will be to Miners Saddle. If you are used to this kind of mileage in one day, it will be a moderate hike. If you are not used to this kind of mileage, it will be difficult. The Dutchman is relatively flat and Bluff Spring is up and down. I've not been down Whiskey Spring or Red Tanks but have read that they are pretty narrow but not entirely overgrown. (11-07-11 A report from a HAZ hiker states that Whiskey Spring and Red Tanks are in fine shape).
I'm estimating a full 8-9 hour day for the hike with a side trip to Trap Canyon. There is usually reliable water at LaBarge Spring and Bluff Spring but recommended amount to bring is a minimum of 3 liters.
Plan to leave Peralta at 7:30 AM. Let me know if you are interested in camping Friday and/or Saturday nights and I'll try to secure that large spot along Peralta Road near Carney. _________________ ~~~Trish~~~
"Eastward the dawn rose, ridge behind ridge into the morning, and vanished out of eyesight into guess; it was no more than a glimmer blending with the hem of the sky, but it spoke to them, out of the memory and old tales, of the high and distant mountains." � J.R.R. Tolkien, The Lord of The Rings. |
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desertgirl
Joined: 19 Jan 2003 Posts: 3350 Location: Chandler, AZ
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Posted: 8/11/2011, 6:27 pm Post subject: |
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I think I am in at this time I will know for sure when it gets closer _________________ Photos: http://www.pbase.com/desertgirl/galleries
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oliverr99
Joined: 04 Jul 2006 Posts: 632 Location: Glendale
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Posted: 8/11/2011, 6:45 pm Post subject: |
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What is the date, sorry, I didn't see it? I might be interested too. _________________ Anne
"Don't cry because it's over, smile because it happened" -- Dr. Seuss |
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Trishness The Snake Charmer
Joined: 21 Sep 2003 Posts: 2530 Location: Apache Jct, AZ
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Posted: 8/11/2011, 9:19 pm Post subject: |
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well, yes it would help if I put the date!! Edited the entry to January 21, 2012. _________________ ~~~Trish~~~
"Eastward the dawn rose, ridge behind ridge into the morning, and vanished out of eyesight into guess; it was no more than a glimmer blending with the hem of the sky, but it spoke to them, out of the memory and old tales, of the high and distant mountains." � J.R.R. Tolkien, The Lord of The Rings. |
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Hikngrl Canyoneering is my 'Happy Place'
Joined: 27 May 2003 Posts: 5578 Location: Peoria, AZ
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Posted: 8/15/2011, 6:15 pm Post subject: |
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Thats my daughters birthday.... _________________ ~~~Diane~~~
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Trishness The Snake Charmer
Joined: 21 Sep 2003 Posts: 2530 Location: Apache Jct, AZ
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Posted: 9/17/2011, 11:36 pm Post subject: |
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Looks like another "chicks with sticks" hike. _________________ ~~~Trish~~~
"Eastward the dawn rose, ridge behind ridge into the morning, and vanished out of eyesight into guess; it was no more than a glimmer blending with the hem of the sky, but it spoke to them, out of the memory and old tales, of the high and distant mountains." � J.R.R. Tolkien, The Lord of The Rings. |
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oliverr99
Joined: 04 Jul 2006 Posts: 632 Location: Glendale
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Posted: 9/18/2011, 4:28 pm Post subject: |
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I might bring a friend, if that is ok, if she can go.I will know as it gets closer! _________________ Anne
"Don't cry because it's over, smile because it happened" -- Dr. Seuss |
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Trishness The Snake Charmer
Joined: 21 Sep 2003 Posts: 2530 Location: Apache Jct, AZ
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Posted: 9/24/2011, 7:48 pm Post subject: |
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Anne,
Bring a friend (or 2) Let's hope it's not downpouring rain like the last Supes hike we were on together
Trish _________________ ~~~Trish~~~
"Eastward the dawn rose, ridge behind ridge into the morning, and vanished out of eyesight into guess; it was no more than a glimmer blending with the hem of the sky, but it spoke to them, out of the memory and old tales, of the high and distant mountains." � J.R.R. Tolkien, The Lord of The Rings. |
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wanderingsoul
Joined: 19 Jul 2004 Posts: 2285 Location: Gilbert AZ
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Posted: 9/25/2011, 7:29 pm Post subject: |
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Oh my, a Snake Charmer and a Rain Maker ! hehe
What more can you ask for, to make a Hike interesting !
I'm sure it will "All Be Good"!, just like a walk in the park! _________________ Wanderingsoul (Michelle)
Positive Thinking Is the Spark that Makes Dreams Happen~~~Unknown |
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jdahling
Joined: 19 Jul 2007 Posts: 233 Location: East Valley
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Posted: 10/29/2011, 11:49 am Post subject: |
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Trish,
Are you thinking of all 15 miles in one day? I may be in - but like the others will know as we get closer. I'm going to block the calendar though! It's been a long time since I've hung with this crowd!
Jeannine _________________ Cheers,
Jeannine
"Life is an adventure ... Made for an adventurer ..." |
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Trishness The Snake Charmer
Joined: 21 Sep 2003 Posts: 2530 Location: Apache Jct, AZ
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Posted: 10/30/2011, 6:51 pm Post subject: |
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Jeannine,
Yes doing this as a day hike starting early AM with possible car camping Friday and Saturday night along Peralta Road.
_________________ ~~~Trish~~~
"Eastward the dawn rose, ridge behind ridge into the morning, and vanished out of eyesight into guess; it was no more than a glimmer blending with the hem of the sky, but it spoke to them, out of the memory and old tales, of the high and distant mountains." � J.R.R. Tolkien, The Lord of The Rings. |
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si na ti
Joined: 17 May 2005 Posts: 224
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Posted: 11/12/2011, 4:05 pm Post subject: |
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Putting this on my calendar but waiting to hear what my work schedule will be. Just got a new job and will be working 4/10's either Sun-Wed or Wed-Sat. Would sure love to see you all. _________________ 'We gain strength, courage, and confidence by each experience in which we really stop to look fear in the face...we must do that which we think we cannot"
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azbackpackr Hi Tech Wizardess
Joined: 31 Dec 2005 Posts: 3639 Location: Needles CA
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Posted: 11/17/2011, 6:01 am Post subject: |
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I just unregistered myself. I will be in Costa Rica. I'll think about y'all (maybe!) |
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Trishness The Snake Charmer
Joined: 21 Sep 2003 Posts: 2530 Location: Apache Jct, AZ
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Posted: 1/4/2012, 8:09 pm Post subject: |
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Hope you can make it Cindy! _________________ ~~~Trish~~~
"Eastward the dawn rose, ridge behind ridge into the morning, and vanished out of eyesight into guess; it was no more than a glimmer blending with the hem of the sky, but it spoke to them, out of the memory and old tales, of the high and distant mountains." � J.R.R. Tolkien, The Lord of The Rings. |
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trekkin_gecko
Joined: 12 Oct 2008 Posts: 7 Location: phoenix
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Posted: 1/5/2012, 5:48 pm Post subject: |
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water at la barge spring
bluff spring was dry
didn't find whiskey spring
all trails are in good shape
trap canyon is well worth some exploration
this was december 26th |
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