It feels like ages ago Mama Boots and I hiked our way through Tucson in early March. In typical ‘me’ fashion, I just had to squeeze in one more trek before we hit the airport.
Hikes
Sabino Canyon Recreation Area
With Saguaro National Park enveloping the east and west, it’s hard to believe there’s more to see in Tucson–but there’s trails all around, including the Sabino Canyon Recreation Area to the north!
Easy Hikes in Saguaro National Park’s Tucson Mountain District
When I ask you to think of a cactus, what comes to mind? For some, succulents. For others, maybe a prickly pear margarita. But to most, what comes to mind is the iconic Saguaro.
Off the Grid Snowshoeing in Winthrop
I am incredibly fortunate to have my in-laws live in an amazing location: Winthrop, Washington. There’s year-round outdoor activities here, including some great snowshoeing!
Hikes Available Year-Round
With the right gear, determination, and knowledge, almost any hike can be done year-round. But snow can be dangerous and tough, so I like to always have some ideas for snow-free trails year-round.
May Valley – Bullitt Fireplace Loop
Another winter’s day, another trip out to the Issaquah Alps for some snow-free miles. But this one was at least interesting!
Margaret’s Way to Debbie’s View
The doldrums of winter in the PNW. It’s a well-known joke about those deceptively sunny-but-cold days in February/March being known as ‘faux spring,’ but the mountains can still be too snow-filled for hikes. Enter the Issaquah Alps!
The Ultimate San Francisco to Bend Road Trip for Hikers
If you love hiking, and like a lot of people in the US right now, are craving some sunshine and Vitamin D, it’s easy to dream about trips to take in the coming months. I thought the trip I did with Mama Boots in 2019 was a perfect recommendation!
Riley Ranch Nature Reserve
The boyfriendo surprised me with a New Year’s trip to one of my favorite cities–Bend, Oregon–for some snowshoeing. But there was no snow!
Larch Madness: Blue Lake
Every year, I swear I’ll be better at posting. Yet here it is, January, and I’m writing about a larch hike from October. Oops!