Summer is around the corner. It means triple degree temps are becoming the norm for us in the desert. That doesn't mean hiking less, but adjusting to being out earlier or later. I also make sure to have more water...
Messing with Sunsets
"Willy Wonka" Pose The weather is warming up in Phoenix. It's a great time for evening hikes on your favorite peak and and catch a sunset.
Grand Canyon National Park’s Centennial
2019 marks the Grand Canyon's 100th year as a National Park. Living a few hours away from the South Rim made it easy for me to "drop in" and celebrate (and still be able to do it again)! If you...
Wildflowers Galore
It's finally warming up in the desert! And all of the rain we've received this winter has made the desert "explode" with wildflowers. Some of these would make nice prints. Please contact me if interested. I recommend getting out there...
Earn the Sunrise!
You never know how many you get! Get out early and earn it!
Just Thinking…
But not sharing my thoughts.
All it Does is Rain in Phoenix!
I'll admit that isn't true, but the last few weeks it sure seems that way. It's pouring again as I type this, but I did manage to get out before sunrise and spend a couple hours in the Desert at...
Journey to Beaver Falls
The hike from Mooney Falls down to Beaver Falls may be the best part of hiking in Havasupi (including the every famous Havasu Falls). About three miles separate the two falls, but it takes longer than you would expect. The terrain varies...
Havasu Falls – Not Sure I Can Add Anything
I will just completely understate it by saying it is beautiful.
Mooney Falls Comes with Risk
I was blessed to have a friend with an extra permit to stay at the Supai Village Lodge. It was three days and a little less than forty miles of hiking (with a heavy pack, I might add). There were...