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SIERRA MOUNTAIN BACKPACK – California
Date:	Sat - Sat, June 30 - July 7
Leader:	Craig Hammond
Phone:	480-855-0640
Length:	60 miles
Rating:	Difficult/Strenuous
Elv. Change:	~ 11400 ft total
Meet at:	T.B.D.
Carpool:
Note:	An ADVANCED hike in California -  Must contact Hike Leader to RSVP
Updates:
Drive to California on Saturday, June 30th. Starting Saturday, we will backpack into some remote areas of the Sierra Nevada mountain range in California, mostly along the John Muir Trail. There is a lot of breathtaking scenery and we will meet interesting people with similar interests- some hiking the PCT from Mexico to Canada. We will explore Sixty Lakes Basin at the beginning of the hike climb Mount Whitney at the end of the hike at which time we will be fully acclimatized. The starting point is Onion Valley, then in to Kearsarge Pass and we will go out Whitney Portal. Be prepared for all kinds of weather. Permits are required. Experienced backpackers/hikers ONLY for this trip.

MT. ELDEN DAY HIKE AND BEERFEST - Flagstaff
Date:	Sat, July 14
Leader:	Charles Liu
Phone:	480-201-1259
Length:	6 miles +/-  R/T
Rating:	Strenuous
Elv. Change:	2400 ft
Meet at:	Mt. Elden Trailhead on Hwy 89, across the street and just past Flagstaff Mall
Carpool:
Note:	Contact hike leader via e-mail for more information, directions and to RSVP
Updates:
Mt. Elden is to Flagstaff what Camelback is to Phoenix. It dominates the city skyline and flanks its larger brethren, the San Francisco Peaks. We will climb Mt. Elden Trail up winding switchbacks and steep straights, through ponderosa pines and boulder-ridden ridges. Once on top, we will enjoy a panoramic view of the entire area from the elevated deck of a lookout tower and listen to the ranger's stories about the Radio Fire that ripped through these hills in 1977. Pump up that heart rate on this steep but manageable trail, and wind down via a detour along the Fatman's Loop. Afterwards, there’s the Made In The Shade Beer Festival at the fairgrounds.  Tickets at the door at $40. You can purchase tickets online at http://www.azbeer.com/Flagstaff.htm. Mileage from Phoenix is approximately 240 miles.

RIM LAKES TRAIL - Mogollon Rim
Date:	Sat, July 21
Leader:	Rich Flammang
Phone:	623-878-6237
Length:	4.5 miles
Rating:	Easy/Moderate
Elv. Change:	None!
Meet at:	Target parking lot on Shea, west of the Beeline Highway, 6:30 AM
Carpool:	T.B.D.
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An easy loop hike with spectacular 100 mile views from the Mogollon Rim. We will hike Rim Lakes Trail to Military Sinkhole Trail and return on the historic General Crook Trail through cool ponderosa pine and quaking aspen forest. The trail heads generally southwest through level ponderosa pine forest, eventually reaching the edge of the Mogollon Rim and turning west. Sweeping views are almost continuous but one of the best is from slight promontory 1.3 miles from the trailhead.

KENDRICK MOUNTAIN - Trail #22 - Flagstaff
Date:	Sat, Aug 4
Leader:	Regina Miskewitz Mona Morstein   Corinne Wiltsie
Phone:	602-448-0684 480-634-6755    480-357-8954 or 480-782-3560
Length:	8+ miles RT
Rating:	Moderate +
Elv. Change:	2000 ft
Meet at:	Denny’s parking lot, SW corner of I-17 and Bell Road, 6:30 AM (NOTE NEW MEET TIME)
Carpool:	T.B.D.
Note:	Contact one of the leaders by Friday, August 3rd to RSVP
Updates:	VIEW PHOTOS OF THIS EVENT
The popular Kendrick Trail #22 is ~ eight miles roundtrip and gorgeous.  We will climb the sunny southern slopes of the mountain. A lookout cabin, equipped with a wood stove and three bare bunk beds, stands on the ridge a quarter mile below the summit which has withstood the elements since 1912. From the tower, we will see the North Rim of the Grand Canyon, as well as Red Mountain, Mt Humphreys and Sycamore Canyon. Bring rain gear! This is the time of year that we will likely experience some rain and/or a good old fashioned thunder/lightning storm. Bring a snack and plenty of water. We plan on stopping after the hike at The Beaver Street Brewery.

WEST FORK OF OAK CREEK CANYONEERING - Sedona
Date:	Aug 10 - 11 (12th optional)
Leader:	Kurt Sedler
Phone:	602-339-8780
Length:	12 miles +/-
Rating:	Moderate+ +
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Meet at:	T.B.D.
Carpool:
Note:	In order to participate in this adventure please RSVP by August 4th
Updates:
We plan to camp on Friday night near the head of the west Fork of Oak Creek in order to get an early start on this adventure.  What we will be doing is the descent of the entire length of the West Fork of Oak Creek.  The upper reaches of WFOC take us through beautiful, wild country, seldom seen by man.  Though non-technical, this descent traverses rugged canyon bottom with a number of swims and innumerable wades before joining with the more-traveled lower reaches of WFOC.  Although just 12 miles, this is a rigorous hike/swim.  Suggested gear includes waterproofing your gear (use of a trash compactor bag within your usual day-pack works just fine), fleece and lots of sustenance. Plan on this hike taking about 8 hours of hiking time in addition to the long after-hike shuttle.  Due to the expected late afternoon finish, it is strongly recommended that participants plan to camp again on Saturday night.  NOTE:  If there is confirmed interest, we could also run a concurrent hike starting at the customary West Fork trailhead and hiking upstream a-ways and returning – this would be an “easy” option of about 8 miles and would be ‘participant-led’.

MT GRAHAM CAMP AND HIKE - Safford
Date:	Fri - Sun, Aug 17 - 19
Leader:	Charles Liu
Phone:	480-201-1259
Length:	8-16 miles +/-RT *
Rating:	Strenuous
Elv. Change:	5200 ft *
Meet at:	Mt. Graham, contact hike leader via e-mail for more information, directions and to RSVP
Carpool:	T.B.D.
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Come escape the desert heat atop one of the most beautiful mountains in Arizona.  Mt. Graham reaches heights over 10,000 feet and hosts a lush forest for us to explore. We will camp Friday night in the cool mountain air and hike the Ash Creek Trail downward on Saturday. Ash Creek Trail runs along a verdant spring-fed oasis complete with flowery meadows, wild raspberries, ample ferns & mushrooms, trickling stream, and even some poison ivy (bring long pants). The trail descends a ridiculously steep grade and we must climb back up the same route, but the scenery more than compensates for the effort. (*Go down the trail as far as you'd like, and return the same way. The lower half of the trail requires some route-finding skills). After the hike, we will cookout and camp out on Saturday before returning to the Valley. Mileage from Phoenix is approximately 320 miles.

SOUTH MOUNTAIN FULL MOON HIKE
Date:	Sat, Aug 25
Leader:	Randy Baker
Phone:	602-616-9491
Length:	5 miles +/-
Rating:	Easy +
Elv. Change:	900 ft +/-
Meet at:	Beverly Canyon TH, 8800 S. 46th St (south of Baseline) at 6 PM
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Note:	VIEW PHOTOS OF THIS EVENT
Updates:
The cold hearted orb that rules the night, will remove the colors from our sight. Red is gray and yellow white, but we decide which trail is right, and which is an illusion. From the Beverly Canyon Trailhead, we will loop through the isolated valleys of the South Mountain Park/Preserve, the largest municipal park in the country, at 16,500 acres and 14 miles across. Afterwards, for those interested, we will enjoy refreshments and a swim nearby at Lucky’s cement pond (BYOB). Note: Be sure to bring a good flashlight or headlight, and plenty of water.

NORTH RIM CAMP N’ HIKE - Grand Canyon
Date:	Fri - Mon, Aug 31 -  Sept 3
Leader:	Kurt Sedler
Phone:	602-339-8780
Length:	T.B.D.
Rating:	Varied
Elv. Change:
Meet at:	T.B.D.
Carpool:	T.B.D.
Note:	There is limited availability on this trip – your $25.00 deposit (P/P) reserves your space.
Updates:
The Grand Canyon’s North Rim has far better scenery at the top than the South Rim. It is 1000 foot higher in elevation, enough so that the typical vegetation is fir, spruce and aspen. It offers excellent views of the large volcanic mountains to the south -- the San Francisco Peaks, Sitgreaves, Kendrick, etc. The North Rim offers better hiking on the Rim, and Roaring Springs is a good destination hike on the North Kaibab Trail itself. There are other wonderful hikes from the North Rim area as well. Come and check it out!

HORTON SPRINGS DAY HIKE/BACKPACK - Mogollon Rim
Date:	Sat - Sun, Sept 8 - 9
Leader:	Bob and Merrily Metzger
Phone:	480-688-6892
Length:	4 miles
Rating:	Easy
Elv. Change:	980 ft
Meet at:	Denny’s parking lot; SE corner of Rural and Hwy 60, 9:30 AM
Carpool:	T.B.D.
Note:	RSVP: Please let us know if you are day hiking.
Updates:	9/7/07 THIS HIKE HAS BEEN CANCELLED.
Horton Creek Trail is the perfect beginners backpack, not too long, not too steep. Join us for a walk along the creek and enjoy the landscape that inspired Zane Grey. The route begins at the bridge and follows an old jeep trial through pine forest. Soon you hear the rustling of the creek and just want to put your feet in…but don’t. Another three miles through a few switchbacks and we meet our destination, Horton Springs. Now you can take your shoes off…jump in, if you wish. There are several nice camp spaces close by.  Hopefully, there will not be fire restrictions. We will plan accordingly, so watch for updates. Mileage from Phoenix is approximately 200 miles.

KEET SEEL RUIN BACKPACK - Navajo National Monument
Date:	Fri - Sun, Sept 14 - 16
Leader:	Dave Simon
Phone:	(480) 951-2932
Length:	17 miles RT
Rating:	Moderate
Elv. Change:	800'
Meet at:
Carpool:	T.B.D.
Note:	Contact the hike leader for more information
Updates:
You have seen pictures of this ruin, which is one of the largest cliff dwellings in Arizona.  We will drive up on Friday and camp at the National Monument.   The ruin is reached by a 17 mile RT hike which we will do as an overnight, camping at a designated campground near the ruin on Saturday night.  We will join the ranger at the ruin site for a tour of the cliff dwelling.   Sunday we will drive back to Phoenix.  According the monument staff, we must carry enough water for both days as there is no source available.  Trailhead is at 7000’.

15th ANNUAL CROWN KING OPEN GOLF TOURNAMENT
Date:	Sat, Sept 22
Leader:	Randy Baker
Phone:	602-616-9491
Length:	2 miles
Rating:	Crazy
Elv. Change:	Yes
Meet at:	T.B.D.
Carpool:	T.B.D.
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Updates:	THE PRE-REGISTRATION DEADLINE IS SEPT 4th AT $35. THEY MAY ACCEPT LATE ENTRIES AT $40. CHECK WITH THE HIKE LEADER FOR MORE INFO.  DOWNLOAD ENTRY FORM (pdf)
For those who think golf is a good walk spoiled, this is for you. The 15th annual Crown King Open Golf tournament is “Cowboy Golf” at its best. Its only hole is 2 miles long, and its fairway is the historic mining road that runs down from Towers Mountain. Golfing ability is not required, only one trusty, er, rusty club. Refreshments are served along the way, along with a barbeque and party afterwards. The $40 entry fee benefits the local Crown King Fire Department. Tee Time is at 7:30 Saturday morning, so for those interested, there will be an optional car camp on Friday night. Registration is limited, so please RSVP the hike leader by Sept. 1. The October 2003 Arizona Highways called this a wacky adventure that’s a real hoot. YeHaa!

ALGONQUIN TRAIL TO POLAND CREEK - Crown King
Date:	Sun, Sept 23
Leader:	Kurt Sedler
Phone:	602-339-8780
Length:	< 5 miles
Rating:	Moderate –
Elv. Change:	1160 ft
Meet at:	T.B.D.
Carpool:	T.B.D.
Note:	Contact the hike leader for hike details
Updates:
If you attended the world-renowned Crown King Golf Classic on Saturday (see above), this hike is on your way home; if you cannot make the Golf Outing you are still welcome to drive up Saturday and camp with us or Sunday morning for just the hike. Please RSVP to Kurt or Randy by Thursday September 20th. Poland Creek runs through a deep canyon on the eastern flanks of the Bradshaw Mountains. We will be taking the Algonquin Trail down to Poland Creek where we will find many pools suitable for swimming, including the Big Dipper, below a 30 foot waterfall!  The waterfall tumbles over sheer granite cliffs into a wide circular pool at the bottom, while tufts of grass and willow trees line its edges. Surrounded by a ring of cliffs and guarded by an upstream gauntlet of water and rock, the Big Dipper isn’t easily accessible.  Reaching it requires a steep hike down Algonquin Trail 225 and some canyoneering along Poland Creek. However, finding a way to reach the large scenic pool is definitely worth the effort. Bring plenty of water and snacks. Bring an extra pair of socks for the hike out.

HAVASUPAI BACKPACK - North of Seligman - ADDED 7/11/07
Date:	Thurs - Sun, Sept 27 - 30
Leader:	Ray Ashby Monica Hefington
Phone:	602-369-9083 (Ray)
Length:	20 miles RT
Rating:	Moderate
Elv. Change:	+/- 2500'
Meet at:	Contact hike leader to RSVP and to arrange carpooling
Carpool:	T.B.A.
Note:	Each person is responsible for bringing their own food, beverages, tent, etc. Bring lots of water.
Updates:	RSVP by August 15th. We have reservations for 10 so turn your money in quickly if you are interested.
This is one of the great swimming holes in the world. Havasupai is located in the western Grand Canyon on the Supai reservation. The beautiful waterfalls are deservedly world renown. We will head up late Thursday afternoon and hike in very early Friday morning to beat the heat. We will swim, day hike, and explore this paradise for two days before heading out on Sunday. Cost is $75.90/person to backpack and an additional $37.50 per 40 pounds for the mules to carry gear, tent, food, BEER etc. in and out of the Canyon. Havasu Canyon Google Search

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