Tag Archives: hiking

Shaw Butte

Posted on April 11, 2013 by vairarenbeth

It’s still Spring outside, I keep telling myself, as the temperatures climb closer and closer to the eighties and trampoline in and out of the 90 degree range.  In April, Acacia trees have dropped their yellow furry balls and are … Continue reading →

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Hiking Through the Land Slide

Posted on April 4, 2013 by vairarenbeth

Real rainfall this winter has precipitated an explosion of wildflowers this spring in Arizona.  It’s been a spectacular sight, especially since last year (our first winter/spring) it was pretty dismal and barren.  As if by magic, we are discovering new … Continue reading →

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Boyce Thompson Arboretum

Posted on May 26, 2012 by vairarenbeth

What a day – the temperature dropped to the lower 80’s, so it was time to hit the trails!  We got there just after 10AM – so it was in the upper 70’s when we hit Superior, Arizona to visit … Continue reading →

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Spur Cross Ranch, Cave Creek and all sorts of fun…..

Posted on March 4, 2012 by vairarenbeth

Snowbirds, Spring Training (really – let’s face it, they are really exhibition games) and wonderful weather all collide as the year-round residents of central Arizona turn to nature to get away from the visiting crowds. The town I live in … Continue reading →

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Happy New Year, Indeed!

Posted on January 5, 2012 by vairarenbeth

January in Arizona has bloomed with the most spectacular weather.  It’s been in the 70’s for the past 2 weeks and we have yet another week promised to provide the same.  It’s been a great opportunity to forget about shopping … Continue reading →

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