Category: Hikes

Under a mid-afternoon gust from the west, the clouds drifted lazily across the sky, casting fleeting shadows on the Taylor River below. Standing on a rock above the flowing waters…Read moreWild Voices: Erica Nelson

In the northern reaches of Arizona, the grandeur of the earth finds its reflection in the skies, where bald and golden eagles gracefully navigate the springtime scenery.…Read moreEagle-Watchers Find Prime Viewing in Northern Arizona

The importance of preserving crusty or cryptobiotic soil surfaces in the Desert Southwest resonates deeply with many of us…Read moreDust on Snow

Meet Gump, the embodiment of adventure and mishap. Named after a college escapade gone wrong, Gump, Marc’s trusty truck, became our vessel for countless escapades.…Read moreDefining Vacation: An Ice Climbing Retreat

When the pandemic shuttered popular outdoor hubs like Moab, a curious migration unfolded. Desert enthusiasts found themselves drawn to the lesser-known corners of Colorado’s Canyon Country.…Read moreColorado’s West End: A Treasure of Isolation and Recreation

For Colleen Cooley, life is about embracing freedom and breaking barriers, whether she’s navigating river rapids or living out of her car.…Read moreColleen Cooley: Connecting Indigenous Women to the River