Tag day hikes

Getting High in Saguaro National Park

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Tucson, Arizona has lifted our winter spirits, offering trails that have elevated Sue and me to highs normally found during more hospitable seasons. The west section of Saguaro National Park was our destination on a warm, mostly sunny day for 6.6 miles and 1,300 feet of ascent. It was rated hard, but our eyes must have told our hearts it was easy. We combined three trails—Hugh Norris, Dobe Wash, and Bajada Wash—to make a loop.

Trails Abound in Ashland’s Lithia Park

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Ashland Creek roars through Lithia Park, where I walk almost daily on my way to many choices of hillside trails in Ashland, Oregon. The creek is fed by snowmelt from our local ski resort, Mount Ashland. I am fortunate the park is just a few minutes away from my front door as I try to stay in shape for Sue’s and my longest trekking challenge yet. More on that to come!