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SALT RIVER RAFT TRIP - Eastern Arizona, Northeast of Globe
Date:	Sun, April 5
Leader:	Kurt Sedler
Phone:	602-339-8780
Length:	10 miles of rafting
Rating:	Easy floating between rapids
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Meet at:	TBD; Contact Kurt for more details.
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A full day rafting in the Salt River canyon in eastern Arizona.  Optional short hikes along the river. Beautiful Canyon, Bald Eagles, refreshing cold water, class III – IV rapids, all just about 100 miles from Phoenix. We ride in 7 person rafts with professional guides at the helm. We have 2 rafts reserved for our group. Cost is $120 per person, which includes the raft trip, shuttle, gear, lunch and the Apache Indian reservation permit. We must be at the river by 9:00AM. If there is sufficient interest, we may plan a Saturday day-hike and camping in the area on Saturday night. No prior rafting experience required.

BELL/WEIR TRAIL - East of Sedona
Date:	Sat, April 11
Leader:	Don Mantell
Phone:	602-466-1517 or 516-810-8024
Length:	6.5 milest R/T
Rating:	Easy
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Meet at:	Denny’s parking lot, SW corner of I-17 and Bell Road, 8:00 AM.
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Note:	RSVP by Friday, April 10th if you plan to attend.
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This trail was once used to drive cattle along from Flagstaff south. It is an easy walk paralleling Wet Beaver Creek. The trail runs alongside a natural riparian area of cottonwood, alder, ash, sycamore, cactus and blackberry bushes. It is relatively flat for two miles and then ascends a rocky path along the canyon's north wall and continues for awhile on a narrow bench, until it drops again to the bottom of the canyon, where a series of beautiful waterfalls and pools called the "Crack' are located.  Bring plenty of water and something to eat on the rock ledges by the side of the pools. A stop at a local watering hole after the hike is always a possibility.

TAYLOR CABIN BACKPACK  - Northwest of Sedona
Date:	Sat - Sun, April 18 - 19
Leader:	Kurt Sedler
Phone:	602-339-8780
Length:	16 miles in total
Rating:	Moderate backpack
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Meet at:	TBD
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Note:	Please contact the hike leader by April 12th to RSVP.
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This is a fine hike through the remote red-rock canyons of the Sycamore Canyon and Red Rock-Secret Mountain Wildernesses. Taylor Cabin is an historic cowboy cabin built up against the side of a rock. The Dogie Trail offers hikers a chance to experience one of Arizona's spectacuns without all of the crowds. If solitude is what you seek, this could be the trail for you. The trail descends into the heart of the Sycamore Canyon Wilderness. For those who long for rugged beauty unspoiled and untamed by man, Sycamore Canyon is one of the few places in the southwest that can lay claim to such a lack of man's accomplishments.  Javelina, deer, quail, and numerous other animals call this country home. Pinyon pine, juniper, Arizona cypress, brush fields and wildflowers are abundant.

ROCK SPRINGS DAYHIKE - Near Black Canyon City
Date:	Sat, April 25
Leader:	Randy Baker
Phone:	602-616-9491
Length:	4 miles +/-
Rating:	Easy +
Elv. Change:	300'
Meet at:	Denny’s parking lot, SW corner of I-17 and Bell Road, 9:00 AM
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This hike utilizes portions of the new Black Canyon Trail System, which follows a prehistoric Native American pathway. We will start on the new Horseshoe Trail near Rock Springs, which heads west, gradually climbing through a saguaro forest before descending to the Agua Fria River. We will then follow the river downstream as it meanders through a canyon full of lush Cottonwoods and Sycamores. When reaching a bend known as Horseshoe Bar, we will follow an old mine road east up to the I-17 frontage road, and then head north to Rock Springs for lunch. Note the river may require shallow crossings, so plan on getting your feet wet. For more info see http://www.bctaz.com

TABLE TOP TRAIL - Southwest of Phoenix
Date:	Sat, May 2
Leader:	Rich Flammang
Phone:	623-878-6237
Length:	7 miles
Rating:	Moderate/Difficult
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Meet at:	I-HOP rear parking lot, NW corner of Ray Rd. and I-10, 6:30 AM
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We will hike Table Top trail to the summit of Table Top Mountain, which is located 45 miles southwest of Phoenix. The elevation change will be 1900 ft as we climb to the summit at 4300 ft.  The hike begins as a pleasant stroll through a magnificent saguaro forest. The section wanders up a gentle valley between rugged low hills. From here the trail will begin to climb.  Once at the top of Table Top the Bradshaw Mountain will be visible to the north and the Santa Catalina and Santa Rita Mountains to the southeast. Along the way, we may see Cooper’s hawk, red-tailed hawk, prairie falcon, Gambel’s quail, or turkey vultures.  Mule deer, javelina, desert bighorn sheep, coyote, and antelope jackrabbits are also present within this 43,400-acre wilderness. Bring plenty of water, snacks, sunscreen and a hat, it’ll be warm!

WILSON MOUNTAIN DAYHIKE and/or CABIN WEEKEND - Sedona
Date:	Sat - Sun, May 9 - 10
Leader:	Don Mantell
Phone:	602-466-1517 or 516-810-8024
Length:	5.6 miles
Rating:	Moderate
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Meet at:	TBD
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Note:	Please contact the hike leader to RSVP for the hike. Logistical details will be provided.
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This hike heads straight for some of the most panoramic views in the Oak Creek Canyon/Sedona area. The majority of the 2100 foot climb is packed into the first mile or so of the hike. You'll have more reasons than just exertion to stop and take a breather along this route, however. The views start as soon as you leave the car and they just keep getting better. At the top you'll be rewarded with views that stretch over hundreds of square miles of scenic canyon country and include Oak Creek Canyon, Sedona, Coffee Pot Rock, Capitol Butte, Sterling Canyon and the Verde Valley. For cabin RSVP's and/or details and photos, please email Kurt Sedler or call 602-339-8780. We have reserved the beautiful Crescent Moon Ranch House for the night of the 9th. Adjacent to Red Rock State Park, this historic ranch house sits directly on the bank of Oak Creek and offers commanding views of Cathedral Rock. It offers three bedrooms, three bathrooms, showers, a large great room, two kitchens and an enclosed sun porch. We will have a pot-luck supper on Saturday followed by one of Fred's dutch oven desserts; then board games, cards, stories and more! The cost of each private bedroom (double bed) is just $65.00 per couple - the enclosed porch and great room offer abundant floor or cot sleeping, or you are welcome to sleep outside, listening to the nearby creek. Cost is just $10.00/person.  Paid Club members have priority - 12 persons max.

CABIN LOOP CAR CAMP - Mogollon Rim north of Payson
Date:	Sat - Sun, May 16 - 17 (plus optional Friday night car camp)
Leader:	Randy Baker
Phone:	602-616-9491
Length:	7 miles Sat. 10 miles Sun. 17 miles +/- total.
Rating:	Moderate +
Elv. Change:	+/- 1000'. Average elevation approximately 7300'.
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Carpool:	Contact the hike leader; I will send out emails with everybodys schedule.
Note:	Please contact Randy by May 9 to participate. Directions to the campsite and/or trailhead will be provided via email, and links posted here.
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This terrific 2 day loop will take us into and through the tall pines, aspens and fern glens of the Mogollon Rim. The hike follows the original trails constructed by both the forest service and local pioneer ranchers in this area. These trails linked the network of cabins used by forest rangers in the early 1900s, and include the Barbershop, U Bar and Houston Brothers Trails. We will depart the Valley sometime late on Friday (or Saturday A.M. for early risers) and camp near Dane Spring Cabin on Friday night. On Saturday morning we will drive to the Barbershop Trail trailhead to start the hike, and return to our car campsite for Saturday night. On Sunday we will return to the starting trailhead using the U-Bar and Houston Brothers Trails. Non-campers are welcome to hike either Saturday or Sunday; why stay home? For more information see: http://www.hikearizona.com/decoder.php?ZTN=797

CLOVER CREEK BACKPACK - Near Verde Valley
Date:	Sat - Sun, May 23 - 24
Leader:	Linda Wilkes  480-225-3094 Erin Sulzer     602-677-2716 (Best to call Thursdays or Friday)
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Length:	8 miles R/T
Rating:	Easy to Moderate
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Meet at:	Target parking lot on Shea, west of the Beeline Highway, 7:00 AM
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Note:	RSVP prior to hike. This is a beginner’s backpack.
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West Clear Creek Wilderness is located in the Coconino National Forest. Clover Creek is surrounded with forests full of pine trees, swimming and fishing holes along with beautiful and secluded locations. We will pack in on the old road for less than a half mile and when reaching the old washed out bridge we will turn west and follow the creek to the trail.  There will probably be water in the creek so bring extra socks and plan on getting wet! We will be camping overnight so bring appropriate gear. Contact the hike leaders with any questions.

BARNHARDT TRAIL DAYHIKE - South of Payson
Date:	Sat, May 30
Leader:	Bob Waskowich
Phone:	602-769-2515
Length:	12 miles R/T
Rating:	Moderate
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Meet at:	Target parking lot on Shea, west of the Beeline Highway, 7:00 AM
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This trail, just south of Payson, wanders through the forest with a running creek below, up a side valley, traversing the creek several times. The trail offers some exceptional views of the area surrounding Mazatzal Peak. Afterwards, we will have a late lunch in Payson.

MINGUS RIM LOOP - Mingus Mountain, near Jerome
Date:	Sat, June 6
Leader:	Rich Flammang
Phone:	623-878-6237
Length:	3.8 miles R/T
Rating:	Moderate -
Elv. Change:	1470'
Meet at:	Denny’s parking lot, SW corner of I-17 and Bell Road, 7:00 AM
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This hike uses trails and a short section of dirt road to loop over the nearly 8000 foot summit of Mingus Mountain. Highlights include sweeping views of the Verde Valley, the Verde Rim, and the Mogollon Rim. The entire sweep of the Verde Valley lies before you with the Mogollon Rim as a backdrop. Be sure to bring your camera for the views will be great. After the hike, we will head into Jerome to sample the local fare at one of their many watering holes.

WEATHERFORD/INNER BASIN/WATERLINE - North of Flagstaff
Date:	Fri - Sun, June 12 - 14
Leader:	Kurt Sedler
Phone:	602-339-8780
Length:	20 + miles
Rating:	Very Strenuous
Elv. Change:	3000'
Meet at:	Albertson’s parking lot, Carefree Highway and I-17, 4:00 PM Friday. Contact hike leader for Saturday morning rendezvous information.
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Updates:	5/3/09: The hike leader has been changed to Kurt Sedler.
This is a dayhike with car camping Friday and/or Saturday nights. A one day turnaround is not recommended. Beginning at Schultz tank, we will ascend via the Weatherford trail, once a roadway for Model T Fords to take to the peak. From Fremont Saddle, we will descend on the Inner Basin trail to the Waterline trail and return. Camping will be dispersed, with no improvements.

SEVEN FALLS - Near Tucson
Date:	sat, June 20
Leader:	Rikki Ellingsworth
Phone:	480-233-2945 (cell)  602-334-1513 (home)
Length:	8 miles R/T
Rating:	Moderate
Elv. Change:	650'
Meet at:	Fry’s Electronics, 48th Street and Baseline, 7:00 AM
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This is an easy 4 mile hike up to Seven Falls in Sabino Canyon Recreation area. Plan for an all day hike. We will hike to the falls, have lunch, play in the water, hike back and finish up with pizza at Bazil’s in Tucson.

RELAXING CAR CAMP ON THE RIM - Mogollon Rim
Date:	Sat - Sun, June 27 - 28
Leader:	Fred Sutter
Phone:	602-620-5456
Length:	Whatever you want
Rating:	Fun and Relaxing
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Meet at:	TBD
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Note:	Contact Leader for more details and to RSVP
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A weekend car camp up on the Rim, final location will be provided closer to trip to accommodate weather, we will go fishing, do a little dutch oven cooking, play horse shoes, ride quads, and generally have a relaxing weekend in the woods. Kids and dogs are welcome.

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