Several years ago, when I was flush with PTO and salary, I joined the Sierra Club for a five-day Glacier National Park hiking trip. Others on the trip decided to take Amtrak, but I drove from Chicago to Glacier and spent an extra week exploring the Colorado National Parks. Our trip leaders had done this …
Hiking
7-Day Southwest Road Trip Itinerary
I didn’t realize it at the time, but this seven-day southwest road trip changed my life. Not only was it one of the best girlfriend getaways with my high school friends, but I eventually moved across the country to live in both Arizona and Utah. I lived in Tucson for two years, and I’ve now …
Sabino Canyon Hikes
Hiking in Tucson is a very popular activity for residents and visitors alike. We are lucky to have Saguaro National Park, along with several protected areas in National Forest and State Parks. Some of the best hikes in Tucson are found at Sabino Canyon. Along with the Arizona-Sonora Desert Museum, Sabino Canyon Recreation Area is …


