The Siphon Draw Trail - A Casual Approach

The Siphon Draw Trail serves as conduit directly into the Superstition Wilderness. Hikers can proceed all the way up to the top of the Flatiron, or take a more casual approach like I did, to get up close and personal with the iconic mountains.

Autumn Fun at Schnepf Farm 2019

Autumn adventures are a tradition for us and this year we went seeking new locations a bit closer to home. Schnepf Farms Pumpkin and Chili Party is an annual festival held in Phoenix that we had never experienced before, so we headed out to see what we had been missing all this time.

Boyce Thompson Arboretum - The Largest Arboretum In Arizona

The Boyce Thompson Arboretum near Phoenix, Arizona offers plenty of hiking opportunities on well maintained trails next to amazing mountainous scenery. Combined with thousands of species of arid land plants, it's a must stop location for any outdoor fan!

ZooLights 2020 - The Pandemic Edition

ZooLights transforms the Phoenix Zoo into a colorful, bright and cheery Holiday wonderland. It's an event that shouldn't be missed. How was it in 2020, the year of the pandemic? Read on to find out.

What the Heck is Tom's Thumb?

Tom's Thumb is a recognizable landmark, visible from the city of Scottsdale, that hikers can explore. The hike to this destination takes hikers through beautiful Sonoran desert terrain that has amazing views of distant landmarks such as Four Peaks.

Our First Visit to the Enchanted Pumpkin Garden

If you’re looking for a unique autumn or Halloween experience other than the usual haunted house that is family friendly, you can’t go wrong with the Enchanted Pumpkin Garden. Never heard of it? Heard of it and wondered if it is worth it? We give you the low down and a taste of what you can expect.

Explore an Abandoned Mine at Old Dominion Historic Mine Park

On a cool, sunny day in February, I set off to explore the remains of an old mining facility that operated between the 1880's and 1930's. I didn't know much about this place as I entered it, but by the time I left, I was astounded by all that I saw!

Seeking the Graves of Pioneers at Globe Cemetery

History and cemeteries often go hand in hand but rarely do they contain as much history as the Globe Cemetery does. While we were visiting Globe we made a side stop to check this place out. The amount of notable figures buried here is staggering and a must visit for any history buff.

Exploring the Remains of an Old Salado Indian Village at Besh-Ba-Gowah

One of the best kept secrets in Arizona is Besh-Ba-Gowah in Globe, AZ. This archaeological park has some of the best preserved & reconstructed Indian ruins one can explore. Today we adventure to this old village & wander where the Salado culture lived.

A Visit to Rooster Cogburn Ostrich Ranch, the Darndest Place

During our time adventuring around the state of Arizona, many times have we seen the sign for Rooster Cogburn’s Ostrich Ranch on Interstate 10. This attraction contains a wealth of fun, and family-friendly interactions with animals that one doesn’t see on a daily basis. Curious? We were too.

A Pleasant Hike on the Waterfall Trail

The Waterfall Trail is arguably the most popular destination at White Tank Mountain Regional Park. It attracts large crowds, especially when the waterfall is flowing. On a late afternoon in March, we got the whole place to ourselves and enjoyed peace and solitude at the trail's end, which we hear is a rare thing.

A Visit to the Upper Cliff Dwelling at Tonto National Monument

Visiting the Upper Cliff Dwelling at Tonto National Monument normally requires a reservation, and can only be booked November through April (on certain days of the week). However, once a year, they host an open house, allowing people to hike to the Upper Ruin without a reservation. This year, we decided to take advantage of this opportunity and check it out.

Education & Imagination of Arizona Heritage at Shoofly Village Ruin

Arizona has no shortage of locales offering Indian ruins. Shoofly Village Ruin is just one of the many which stirs up the imagination. Today we went to visit to see how it stacks up to some of the others we’ve visited.

The Biosphere 2 Experience | An Earth Science Experiment in the Desert

Biosphere 2 is an amazing location dedicated to research and Earth sciences. Touring the facility feels surreal as you walk from desert to ocean to rainforest. It's truly an out of this world experience!

Exploring Tonto Natural Bridge in Payson, Arizona

At Tonto Natural Bridge State Park you will find a unique geological formation... the world's largest travertine natural bridge. We visit the park and observe this geological wonder from multiple perspectives as we hike and enjoy multiple overlooks.