September is always that summer month that doesn’t seem like it should still be summer, at least here in Phoenix anyways.
If you’re from somewhere else, there is a good chance the wwather in September is some of the best of the year. Here in Phoenix though, it is still stupid hot no matter how bad I want to wear a hoodie.
In this week’s edition:
Triple header trail rescues…
Do you know about the 10 essentials of hiking?
Arrowhead Point Trail
Thank you for being here, have an amazing week! 🙏
Three mountain rescues in an hour
Phoenix firefighters were called to three different hiker rescues within an hour on Sunday morning.
The first was at the Dreamy Draw, following by Cholla Trail on Camelback, and finally at Deem Hills in North Phoenix.
It is definitely cooler these days, but that doesn’t mean there is no risk heading out on the trails. Please be careful out there!
Read the full article at ABC15.com
Arrowhead Point Trail
Thunderbird Conservation Park is a hidden gem in the northwest part of Phoenix. It doesn’t have any of the trendy hikes like Piestawa Peak or Camelback, but it does have several fun hikes that are easy to get to and have some amazing views.
Arrowhead Point Trail is a solid workout, that doesn’t take all day to enjoy. (link)
What is your preferred type of shoe for hiking?
I’ll admit, I didn’t know what the 10 essentials of hiking were until recently, and it makes sense that it has been around since the 1930s, and still applies today.
I typically head out on day hikes with as little as possible, sometimes just my phone and a bottle of water. I think it is time to rethink my approach and be more prepared for worst case scenarios when heading out this fall & winter. 🤔
See all the details on the 10 essentials at HikePhxAZ.com
This home in Fountain Hills has a great mix of Southwest style & convenient access to local trails.
See more about this house here.
Who gave Camelback Mountain its name?
We ventured out of the Valley this weekend to get out of the heat and spend some time outside.
We made the trip down the hill on the Kinder Crossing Trail, which meant we had to make the trip back up!! More details on this trail soon!!
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