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City HikesHike the Maricopa Trail Spear S Ranch in New River

Mare CzinarSeptember 27, 2022

Established in 2011, Spear S Trailhead gives access to a splendid stretch of rangeland via paths created by the Hohokam people.

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City HikesHike Massacre Grounds in Superstition Wilderness Area

Mare CzinarSeptember 27, 2022

The route cuts through the remnants of 35 million year old volcanic activity.

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City HikesHike to Blue Wash-Camp Creek Falls near Carefree

Mare CzinarSeptember 27, 2022

The sandy, canyon-bound courses of Blue Wash and Camp Creek provide an interesting twist on desert hiking.

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City HikesMesquite Canyon Hike at White Tank Mountain Regional Park

Mare CzinarSeptember 27, 2022

Great views can be had after only a short bit of climbing and vistas improve around every bend.

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Hiking September 2022Hike Mount Union in the Prescott National Forest

Mare CzinarSeptember 20, 2022

Priceless glimpses of Arizona's beautiful central highlands await hikers on the summit of Mount Union, the high point of the Bradshaw mountain range.

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Hiking September 2022Greens Peak Hike in the Apache-Sitgreaves National Forest

Mare CzinarSeptember 12, 2022

More popular with hang gliders than hikers, this volcanic peak northwest of Greer is a gem famous for its windy conditions.

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Hiking August 2022Thompson Trail Hike in the Apache-Sitgreaves National Forest

Mare CzinarAugust 7, 2022

A babbling mountain stream in a pristine alpine meadow makes a welcoming gateway to the Thompson trail.

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Hiking July 2022Hike Along Hassayampa River Preserve in Wickenburg

Mare CzinarJuly 1, 2022

Avoid holiday traffic and crowds with an early morning hike in the Hassayampa River Preserve in Wickenburg.

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Hiking May 2022Glassford Hill Summit Trail Hike in Prescott Valley

Mare CzinarMay 15, 2022

There's a little volcano in Prescott Valley with a big enough impression on the landscape to warrant a hiking trail to its summit.

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Hiking April 2022Hike to Blue Wash-Camp Creek Falls near Carefree

Mare CzinarApril 25, 2022

The sandy, canyon-bound courses of Blue Wash and Camp Creek provide an interesting twist on desert hiking.

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Hiking April 2022Hike the Red Creek in the Tonto National Forest

Mare CzinarApril 10, 2022

Crystal clear gurgling waters, red rock cliffs, shady mesquite forests and towering canyon walls make hiking Red Creek an especially relaxing experience.

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Hiking January 2022Sweetwater Preserve Hike in Tucson

Matthew JohnsonJanuary 9, 2022

Within the 880-acre property, 16 interconnected trails combine for over 12 miles of non-motorized-use routes.

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Hiking January 2022Hike Massacre Grounds in Superstition Wilderness Area

Matthew JohnsonJanuary 6, 2022

The route cuts through the remnants of 35 million year old volcanic activity.

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Hiking January 2022Hike Mesquite Canyon at White Tank Mountain Regional Park

Matthew JohnsonJanuary 5, 2022

Great views can be had after only a short bit of climbing and vistas improve around every bend.

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Hiking January 2022Hike the Maricopa Trail Spear S Ranch in New River

Matthew JohnsonJanuary 1, 2022

Established in 2011, Spear S Trailhead gives access to a splendid stretch of rangeland via paths created by the Hohokam people.

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Charles Lohrmann

As managing editor and associate publisher of Texas Parks and Wildlife magazine, Charles Lohrmann experienced astounding natural wonders, from canoeing in Deep East Texas to trekking into the remote canyonlands west of Del Rio to view Archaic rock art. From TPWD, Lohrmann moved to Texas Highways, the award-winning Official Travel Magazine of Texas, where he was editor and publisher, and directed coverage of destinations in every corner of Texas. As editor of Texas Co-op Power magazine, he guided content development — including travel, history and culture — for the largest circulation publication in the state of Texas, reaching more than 3.5 million readers. Now residing in Santa Fe, N.M., Lohrmann has also traveled throughout Arizona many times, in particular to the Hopi and Navaho tribal lands, as well as to the Tohono O’odham nation.

Jenna Watters

Jenna Watters was born and raised in Sedona, Arizona, which is where her love of music began. She started singing in church as a young girl, joined a traveling choir that toured all over Arizona, and even helped teach the choir her senior year at Sedona Red Rock High School. In 2005, she graduated high school and spent a couple years at Arizona State University before she decided to travel around Europe, and it was during her travels that she decided that a career in music was calling her name. She linked up with her friend, Daniel Watters and they began writing songs via e-mail and would meet up during holiday breaks back home to Sedona to play small coffee shop shows for their friends and family. Fast forward to 15 years later; Jenna now lives in Austin with her husband Daniel and their son Johnny and has achieved her dream of becoming a full time musician with their band, The Watters. She also sings in various other side projects in town and teaches yoga on the side. Both Jenna and Daniel’s families still live in Arizona and they often travel back home for holidays and shows.

Jennifer Baluch

Jenn is a celebrated food influencer and a stand out in Arizona’s culinary scene. Honored as Best Food Influencer and recognized for her TikTok and Instagram accounts by PHOENIX magazine’s Best of the Valley, Jenn has become a trusted voice for food lovers across the state.

Her journey began during the challenging days of the Covid-19 pandemic, when she started spotlighting local restaurants to support struggling businesses.

Since then, Jenn has earned a reputation for her expertise in authentic Mexican cuisine, her passion for mom-and-pop eateries, and her love of dive bars and hidden gems.

Her genuine love for food shines through in her videos, where her expressions while tasting each dish say it all-no words needed.

Known for her honest yet thoughtful reviews, Jenn has built a loyal audience that appreciates her down-to-earth personality and approachability.

When she’s not discovering Arizona’s best bites, you might find her snapping selfies with fans or sharing her latest food finds.

Brian Goddard

Brian Goddard is a Scottsdale/Phoenix based Photographer, Videographer and Designer with a focus on Architecture, Food, Travel, Adventure, Garden and Lifestyle Content Creation.

Brian began his career as a Graphic Designer, Art Director and Photographer for Organic Gardening magazine and Organic Style magazine at Rodale, in Pennsylvania, Disney Adventures magazine in New York City, before relocating to Arizona to Design and Art Direct Phoenix Home & Garden magazine and PHOENIX magazine.

Brian has a lifelong interest in Adventure, Culture, Travel, Cuisine, Plants and Lifestyle, which makes Arizona a perfect place to Live, Work and Play.