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What to Do If You Encounter a Swarm of Bees on the Trail

Apr 12, 2026

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5 min read

What to Do If You Encounter a Swarm of Bees on the Trail

A Real Risk in the Phoenix Desert

Rock Cairns: Harmless or Harmful?

Mar 29, 2026

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4 min read

Rock Cairns: Harmless or Harmful?

Why rock cairns are bad for Arizona trails

Are you snake ready?

Mar 15, 2026

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5 min read

Are you snake ready?

Record high temps mean hikers are not the only ones using the trails

A New Long-Distance Trail Is Emerging Just North of Phoenix

Feb 23, 2026

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4 min read

A New Long-Distance Trail Is Emerging Just North of Phoenix

What you need to know about The Verde Valley Circle Trail

Who has the right of way?

Feb 19, 2026

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3 min read

Who has the right of way?

What you need to know about traffic on the trail

The “Pretty” Invasive Taking Over Arizona’s Desert

Feb 15, 2026

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5 min read

The “Pretty” Invasive Taking Over Arizona’s Desert

Why Stinknet is a bigger problem than it looks

Moonlight Hiking in Phoenix

Jan 25, 2026

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3 min read

Moonlight Hiking in Phoenix

Tips for a Safe and Memorable Night on the Trail

The Lollipop Lesson (and Why Route Talk Matters)

Jan 17, 2026

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4 min read

The Lollipop Lesson (and Why Route Talk Matters)

What we learned on a hike at West Wing Mountain

Sonoran “Secret Garden” Loop: Hawks Nest to Dixie Mountain and Back

Jan 4, 2026

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5 min read

Sonoran “Secret Garden” Loop: Hawks Nest to Dixie Mountain and Back

Why do my knees hurt when hiking downhill?

Dec 7, 2025

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4 min read

Why do my knees hurt when hiking downhill?

Simple fixes and strength tips for more comfortable downhill hiking

The 10 best holiday gifts for hikers

Nov 28, 2025

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6 min read

The 10 best holiday gifts for hikers

Some great gift options that any hiker would appreciate receiving this holiday season

Black Friday Deals for Hikers

Nov 24, 2025

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4 min read

Black Friday Deals for Hikers

Amazing deals on the gear you've had your eye on

Backpacking & Hiking Water Treatment

Nov 23, 2025

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6 min read

Backpacking & Hiking Water Treatment

What you need to know: Staying hydrated on the trail is essential.

Phone-to-Satellite Emergency Messaging for Hikers

Nov 9, 2025

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3 min read

Phone-to-Satellite Emergency Messaging for Hikers

You have options when on the trail and don't have service

What to know about lightning safety while hiking

Oct 26, 2025

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3 min read

What to know about lightning safety while hiking

Storms with lightning can come out of nowhere. Know what to do when they do.

Hiking boots or trail running shoes?

Oct 12, 2025

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4 min read

Hiking boots or trail running shoes?

A side by side look at trail footwear

Do you hike with the 10 essentials?

Sep 15, 2025

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3 min read

Do you hike with the 10 essentials?

And are they necessary on a short day hike in Phoenix?

What to Do If an Accident Happens on the Hiking Trail

Sep 7, 2025

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4 min read

What to Do If an Accident Happens on the Hiking Trail

Injuries happen, what you next is key

Handicap & Wheelchair Accessible Hiking Trails in Phoenix

Aug 24, 2025

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4 min read

Handicap & Wheelchair Accessible Hiking Trails in Phoenix

Everyone deserves to experience hiking in Phoenix

Why Some Phoenix Trails Close in the Summer

Jul 6, 2025

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4 min read

Why Some Phoenix Trails Close in the Summer

Several popular hiking trails are closed during peak times of heat.

Rattlesnakes on the Trail: What Every Arizona Hiker Should Know

Jul 5, 2025

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4 min read

Rattlesnakes on the Trail: What Every Arizona Hiker Should Know

Before you hit the trail, read this quick guide on what to watch for, how to avoid snakes, and what to do if you get bit.

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