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News News and Information from the Arizona National Scenic Trail Summer 2014 | Volume 22, No. 2

Arizona Trail Featured in National Geographic Visitor Center-Grand ith support from In addition to the courtyard Nature Valley, the display, everyone who purchases a WNational Geographic ticket to the IMAX Visitor Center-Grand Canyon film receives a Nature Valley and Association granola bar and an interpretive map are pleased to announce the of the Arizona Trail. The Visitor development of an exhibit Center distributes upwards of featuring the Arizona National 250,000 maps each year. “Putting a Scenic Trail within the courtyard map of the Arizona Trail into the of the IMAX Theater in Tusayan, hands of Grand Canyon visitors just south of Grand Canyon will inspire untold numbers of National Park. Each year, the people to explore the beauty Visitor Center receives hundreds between Mexico and ,” said of thousands of visitors, and for Nelson. “I wonder whose walls many it is their introduction to the within which countries will soon natural wonders and human have these maps on display. It’s history found within Grand very exciting.” Canyon. Beginning this summer, visitors will be surrounded by The Arizona Trail courtyard is inspiring images and interesting currently under construction and information about the Arizona should be open to the public in Trail the moment they step into July. It will be open during normal the courtyard. business hours for at least one year, Arizona’s landscapes, animals, “If there was ever an opportunity and everyone involved with the “It’s like a virtual tour of the plants and other natural features. to make the Arizona Trail known project is hopeful it will remain Arizona National Scenic Trail,” Each photograph is georeferenced to to the global outdoor community, part of the courtyard even longer. said Janet Rosener, General locations on the map, encouraging this is it,” said Matthew Nelson, The entire project is funded by Manager of the National visitors to learn more about parts ATA Executive Director. “Grand Nature Valley, who has a long- Geographic Visitor Center-Grand of the state they never knew existed. Canyon continues to be the world’s standing committed to America’s Canyon. “The display really Images of hikers, runners, most popular natural wonder, and National Parks and organizations captures the natural beauty that backpackers, mountain bikers to have a major promotion of the like National Geographic. exists throughout the state, as well and equestrians can also be found Arizona National Scenic Trail as the diversity of trail users who throughout the display, helping to happening within the gateway to When you’re planning your next find adventure on the Arizona demonstrate the “share the trail” the Canyon is beyond our wildest visit to Grand Canyon National Trail. We are sure that visitors philosophy that makes it unique dreams. If a small fraction of the Park and the Kaibab National from around the world will take a among National Scenic . Grand Canyon’s 4 million annual Forest, please take time to visit visitors learn about the Arizona the Arizona Trail display within great interest in the Arizona Trail To encourage a real trail experience, because of this exhibit.” Trail and make a return trip to the courtyard of the IMAX painted steps lead visitors from the hike, run, bike or ride a passage, Theater. And tell the folks at the A giant map of Arizona covers the courtyard to the parking lot, and just think about the positive National Geographic Visitor ground surface of the courtyard, on a dirt path that connects with impact that could have,” he said. Center-Grand Canyon how much and the Arizona Trail runs right Passage 37 of the AZT. This way, “We are proud to be able to partner you love the AZT! through its center. Colorful display everyone is encouraged to take at with National Geographic, IMAX, panels are mounted on the walls, least a few steps on the world- Nature Valley and the town of each with dramatic images of famous trail that goes all the way Tusayan in the development of from Mexico to Utah. this project.” Dear Friend of the Arizona Trail, The Arizona National It never ceases to amaze me that when I venture out on the Scenic Trail Arizona National Scenic Trail I find solitude unlike anywhere else. No matter which season or passage I go for a hike, run or Our Vision... ride, it seems like I am the only living thing out on the trail that …a continuous, non-motorized day. Considering the growing popularity of the AZT, I always trail traversing 800+ miles from expect to see more people. But each time I realize that red-tailed Mexico to Utah, linking deserts, hawks outnumber humans, and the wind remains the dominant mountains, forests, , communities and people. soundtrack to my Arizona Trail experience. Board of Directors In this rapidly changing and fast-paced world we live in, it gives me peace of mind to know that opportunities like these are never far away to any who seek them. I think the allure of this quiet Eric Hiser, President experience outdoors is what draws so many different trail users to AZT trailheads throughout the Fred Gaudet, state. That, and the raw beauty of Arizona’s deserts, canyons, forests and mountains, of course. It’s a Vice President of perfect cocktail for clarity, really. Trail Operations While I never saw another person the last time I was on the Arizona Trail, I did see tracks in the Jan Hancock, Secretary soft soil that told stories about who had been on the trail recently. There was an obvious boot print C.W. Payne, Treasurer with a Vibram sole. Snakelike depressions from two sets of mountain bike tires faded in and out, and crumbling piles of manure were a reminder that an equine was here not too long ago. I was proud to Board Members see signs from all three user groups on the same trail – something that is unique and wonderful. Steve Anderson Tom Coulson The other tracks I found were even more enlightening to just how many living things use, and Gary Hohner probably benefit from, the AZT. Pitchfork-shaped toe prints made it clear that a raven was walking along the side of the trail for a while, and subtle scratches with a curvaceous line down the center Rob Mason showed how a lizard ran, then paused, then ran again across the trail. Before long I was crouching John Rendall, down and examining each sand granule in search of more trail traveler data. Central Regional Steward Todd Sadow Scat from a , smoothed out dirt where a rabbit had settled in for a nap, and kangaroo rat David Salisbury tracks were all positively identified within close proximity to one another. It occurred to me at that Larry Snead moment that the trail we build, maintain, promote, protect and sustain is used a lot more often than we think. Beneath a blanket of stars, in the emerging light at dawn, and sometimes in the heat of the day, Bernie Stalmann the trail is alive with activity. And something about that makes the Arizona Trail even more special. Lirain Urreiztieta Lyn White Thank you for all you do to support the Arizona National Scenic Trail and the Arizona Trail Terry Woolston Association. Together, we are part of a very important legacy that will remain long after our tracks have faded. Staff & Support Matthew Nelson, Enjoy your time on the AZT, Executive Director Shawn Redfield, Trail Director Debbie Thorman, Membership & Matthew J. Nelson Administration Executive Director David Babcock, Web Master Sirena Dufault, Gateway Community Liaison Deborah Oslik, To Print or Not to Print? Youth Outreach & Education Want to receive the Arizona Trail News by email instead? Coordinator (Southern AZ) Cole Habay, Send us an email at [email protected] and we’ll email directions on how to read the full-color version of Youth Outreach & Education the newsletter online. The “paperless” option saves the ATA printing and postage expenses so we can Coordinator (Northern AZ) direct more resources toward the trail. Aaron Seifert, GIS Director Mel and Marlene Betani, Arizona Trail Association Keepers of the Tools Phyllis Ralley, PO Box 36736 | Phoenix, Az 85067 | 602-252-4794 | www.aztrail.org Maps and more

Summer 2014 2 Arizona Trail Association News Thena Arizo Trail Trek b ay Siren Dufault It has been my dream to thru- who had never heard of the trail for a wonderful time despite the online crowd funding campaign hike the Arizona Trail ever since before, and they were always intense wind and cooler-than- and from donations at the I was inspired by an outing on intrigued by the idea and expected temperatures. gateway community events. the Cody Trail south of Oracle wanted to learn more. Did I say wind? That was the Every dollar goes right back into in 2007. Since then, I’ve spent The 13 gateway community one constant of my experience the maintenance, protection, countless hours on the AZT events were a chance to meet on the AZT. I’m pretty sure it and promotion of the trail. helping to build many miles of others who appreciate the trail was windy the entire hike. Wind Thanks to the four businesses trail, section- in 2008-09, while enjoying local food, live aside, the weather was fantastic! that sponsored the AZT Trek: and promoting the trail as the music and Arizona Trail Ale. It was a dry year, and I missed Arizona Highways Photo ATA’s Gateway Community It was such a pleasure to see the few storms we had this Workshops, Peace Surplus, Liaison since 2011. This year, hikers, bikers and equestrians spring by having days off at just Summit Hut and That Brewery! my dream finally came true! swapping tales of the trail at the right time. The largest bit And a huge round of applause to On March 14, 28 people met the events. And some even met of snow that I saw was atop all of the businesses and at the Coronado National new partners for future AZT in the Rincon musicians that made the events Memorial for the kickoff of my outings! The reception I Mountains, and it was only the such a success. A very special thru-hike to promote the received in each gateway size of a dinner table. I was able shout-out to my husband Brian Arizona Trail, the Gateway community was extremely to sleep under the spectacular and my dad, Budh, who gave me Communities, and the new warm and welcoming. Arizona skies every night and the support I needed to hike guidebook – the AZT Trek. I led seven day hikes and four didn’t use a tent once. across the state. And whether We hiked the two miles down backpacking trips where people Thru-hiking the trail was a you came to the events and hikes to the Arizona-Sonora border, were able to join me on part of very different experience from or virtually followed along, it was where I read Dale Shewalter’s my thru-hike. It was a great my previous section hike. It great to share this incredible poem “Arizona Trail” before way to introduce new people to was exciting for me to see all of journey with you. Thanks for starting my journey north to the the trail and share some of my the newly constructed trail, being a part of it. Utah border. favorite spots. The toughest but improved signage, and reroutes See you on the Arizona Trail! My trek lasted two and a half most rewarding outing was a that had been built since my months and along the way I was four-day backpack from Mount first hike. There is nothing like Sirena Dufault is the Gateway able to connect with thousands Peeley to the LF Ranch, the continuity of a thru-hike: Community Liaison and Social of people through gateway featuring spectacular scenery being able to see a mountain Media Coordinator for the community events, updates on and ending with a swim in the range in the distance and walk Arizona Trail Association. She social media and my blog, media East . The one with toward it for days, then see it spends summers working as a appearances, and public hikes the most laughs was a three-day recede behind you as the miles rafting guide on the Colorado and backpacking trips. The women’s backpacking trip from fall under your feet. River. Check out her blog and Arizona Trail was featured in Mormon Lake to Sandy’s Canyon. The Arizona Trail Trek raised read some of the media coverage many newspaper articles and This adventure included 10 over $17,000 for the Arizona of the AZT Trek online: TV news stories throughout women, a therapy dog and a Trail Association through the the state. I met many people mini-donkey. The company made www.aztrail.org/azttrek/

Arizona Trail Association News 3 Summer 2014 Gateway Community Spotlight: Summerhaven

among the best for shade and trail access. For those wanting to stay in a cabin, there are a few options, including Mt. Lemmon Located at a cool elevation of Cabins and The Moose Cabin on 8,200 feet near the top of the Mt. Lemmon. Great food can be , the found at the Sawmill Run hamlet of Summerhaven offers Restaurant and Mt. Lemmon respite from the desert heat Cookie Cabin, and just a little during the scorching summer further uphill at the Iron Door season. Just a short drive from Restaurant near Mt. Lemmon Tucson, Summerhaven is a Ski Valley. Summerhaven also wonderful destination during has a general store and gift shop all seasons. The Wilderness of Rocks is a geological wonder along the Arizona Trail for basic necessities. just a short distance from Summerhaven.

This gateway community is a The network of trails near the grades, loose rocks and lack of colorful wildflowers, and great place to begin day trips and top of the mountain makes it parking for horse trailers): amazing views of the Wilderness overnight trips on the Arizona difficult to choose where to of Rocks. Start by hiking uphill Trail, since every direction you begin, so here are a few Marshall Gulch and from the trailhead south of head from Summerhaven will favorites for hikers, mountain Aspen Trail Loop Summerhaven. After 1.2 miles be downhill. There is ample bikers and backpackers (many of walking through dense For hikers, this 3.7-mile loop is camping in the Coronado equestrians avoid the high pine-fir forest you will arrive at a wonderful getaway from the National Forest nearby, and elevation trails of the Santa Marshall Saddle and the heat, and includes flowing water, Bear Wallow Campground is Catalinas due to their steep intersection of three trails.

Major REI Grant Supports the Arizona Trail Association

In May, three Recreational mission aligns perfectly with members, and the general public. Equipment, Inc. (REI) stores in that of the Arizona Trail REI grant funds will also help teamed up Association, and we’re looking more youth experience the to award the ATA a grant for forward to getting more people Arizona Trail through the ATA’s $25,000 to support stewardship involved in the appreciation and Seeds of Stewardship program. activities near Tucson and stewardship of the Arizona Phoenix. This is the single National Scenic Trail.” The ATA is among the 260 largest grant provided by a non-profit organizations that business partner in recent Impecoven is among the many received funding from REI. history and will allow the ATA REI staff members who have In 2012, REI awarded $3.9 to accomplish some major trail volunteered on the Arizona million in grants to non-profit work activities in areas where Trail over the past year. REI and organizations dedicated to they’re needed most. REI ATA members have joined protecting and promoting REI Tempe employees hard at work forces on a trail realignment public lands and outdoor breaking new trail near Sycamore Paradise Valley, REI Tempe and Creek on Passage 21. REI Tucson participated in the near Sycamore Creek on Passage recreational resources. REI grant decision and are delighted 21, and a trail maintenance day stores promoted more than 750 membership. These coupons to continue the strong relation- near Sandy Seep on Passage 32. outdoor volunteer projects, are good online as well as ship between ATA and REI. Thanks to REI’s grant, five resulting in 397,000 people within REI stores nationwide. priority projects have been giving 2.8 million hours of “REI’s mission is to inspire, identified on the Coronado and volunteer work on public lands. The next time you stop in to an educate and outfit for a Tonto National Forests over the And as an added benefit to REI store in Tucson, Tempe, lifetime of outdoor adventure next year, and professional trail those who support the ATA, Paradise Valley or Flagstaff, and stewardship,” said Joe crews are being mobilized to do REI offers all ATA members a please tell them how much you Impecoven, the Phoenix the heavy lifting while volunteer 20% off coupon, which you appreciate their support of the Outdoor Programs & Outreach trail work days are being receive in the mail upon joining Arizona Trail! Market Coordinator. “Our organized to engage REI staff, or renewing your ATA

Summer 2014 4 Arizona Trail Association News Gateway Community Spotlight: Summerhaven

few minutes, and look for the Other than Lemmon Creek, Oracle Ridge Trailhead on your don’t plan on finding water left. You’ll get a pretty good until you arrive at Hutch’s Pool sense of what you’re in for within (12 miles from the trailhead). the first two miles. If you find Follow the Aspen Trail to the yourself walking more than Romero Pass is a particularly southeast for 2.5 picturesque riding (or just scared out of your amazing destination, and miles back to the trailhead. saddle), consider walking back offers inspiring views in all Along the way you’ll enjoy uphill and riding another trail directions. Just don’t get caught incredible views of the massive (try Bug Spring and Molino here in a monsoon storm. granite cliffs that dominate the Basin trails) before you get in Recently relocated desert upper regions of the mountain. too deep. Another fun option is bighorn sheep are frequently These are popular rock climbing to ride down the Mt. Lemmon spotted here, so keep an eye routes, but most are off-limits to Control Road (FR 38) to Oracle. out for rams, ewes and lambs climbers during the summer hiding on the rocky hillsides. months to allow peregrine falcons If you make it to the bottom You might also see signs of to nest peacefully and rear their unscathed, this ride ends at the mountain lions but it’s unlikely young. The trail passes through American Flag Ranch Trailhead you’ll see one of the large, Leaping into Hutch’s Pool during a a pleasant grove of aspens before near Oracle. A car shuttle is elusive cats. summertime hike along Passage 11 arriving at the trailhead. necessary, unless you fancy the of the Arizona Trail. thought of riding back to the If you look west, imagine the This loop can be popular on tram to the Sabino Canyon top of the mountain on the Mt. effort it took to carry ponderosa weekends, so plan on sharing Recreation Area parking lot. Lemmon Control Road – not pine logs downhill to build the trail with others seeking villages along the Canada del recommended during the heat If you attempt this hike in the respite from the Sonoran Oro and Sutherland drainages. of summer. summer, be very weary of summer sun. Dogs are allowed, There is archaeological monsoon storms which can fill and will love the opportunity to evidence that Hohokam people Backpack the drainages you’ll be traveling go for a walk in the cool forest, harvested trees from atop Mt. If you have two to three days to down with water, mud and debris but must be leashed at all times. Lemmon and carried them down spend walking through the heart almost instantly. Poisonous through Romero Pass to build of the Pusch Ridge Wilderness, reptiles will be plentiful, too. Oracle Ridge Descent large structures within the consider hiking the Arizona But the most dangerous hazard For mountain bikers, Oracle Romero Ruin, Honeybee Village, Trail from Summerhaven to of all is the sun. Travel during Ridge is a 13-mile downhill test and other civilization centers Sabino Canyon. This rugged, the cool morning and evening piece that is often overlooked and near present-day Catalina State beautiful route traverses some hours, and lay low during the always underestimated. Of the Park and Oro Valley. of the least traveled territory in heat of the day. Shade is four ridges that descend from the the Santa Catalina Mountains. intermittent throughout these top of the mountain toward the Hutch’s Pool offers idyllic Along the way you may see passages, so be prepared for lots town of Oracle, Oracle Ridge is camping and a cool spot to swim. rattlesnakes, desert bighorn of exposure. the most rideable and the best At 3,900 feet, it is warm in the sheep and mountain lions. maintained, but is still a serious summer, but the cold mountain water is always refreshing. For more information on endeavor. These 13 miles are a From the Marshall Gulch Hutch’s Pool is a popular Summerhaven and its offerings, real adventure, and will give Trailhead, walk through the destination for day hikers and check out the Arizona Trail you an appreciation for the Wilderness of Rocks toward skinny dippers, so if you want a Gateway Community page at ruggedness of the Santa Catalina Romero Pass. The most reliable secluded spot to camp, follow www.aztrail.org/gateway/ Mountains. Full-suspension water source along the way is 3.4 the Lemmon Creek drainage summerhaven.html or refer to mountain bikes are a necessity. miles into the hike – the uphill for a short distance to page 312 of Your Complete headwaters of Lemmon Creek. From Summerhaven, ride the other pools, granite benches and Guide to the Arizona National Canyoneers can follow this pavement back toward Tucson tiny waterfalls. Scenic Trail. drainage straight down to for a short distance and look for Hutch’s Pool, but it’s a demanding signs for Mt. Lemmon Control From Hutch’s Pool, hike east to descent that requires rappelling, Road to the north. Head north the Sabino Basin and either head scrambling, and somewhat on this dirt road (FR 38) for a south on the Sabino Canyon complicated route finding. Trail (Trail 23) and take the

Arizona Trail Association News 5 Summer 2014 Copper State Trail Riders’ Top Picks for Horseback Riding and Camping on the Arizona Trail by Jodie Franklin

The Copper State Trail Riders Later, we went on a guided tour where the horses got a refreshing while. We enjoyed this section are a collection of trail riding of Colossal Cave, a delightful drink. Because we reversed our of the trail so much that it will enthusiasts from throughout side trip when doing this section route we were left with curiosity be our Saturday ride next year Arizona who enjoy and explore of the AZT. Where else can you about what was around the so we can explore more of the the Arizona Trail one passage at tour a cave and ride a scenic trail next corner. Hardscrabble Mesa Passage. a time. If you are an equestrian all in one day. We were the first looking for some ideal trail riding equestrian group of the year to As the horses enjoyed their dinner Passage 37 destinations, here are a few of our camp in the park, and the folks we went across the road to That from La Posta Quemada Brewery for great local food. favorite passages and campsites. On Memorial Day weekend we Ranch were very friendly and They had a table waiting for us camped near Grandview Passage 8 accommodating. on the patio and we enjoyed some Arizona Trail Ale, which pairs Lookout Tower at a beautiful Colossal Cave Mountain Park well with laughter. The food and location with lots of room for all We started our 2013 riding Passages 26-27 our rigs. I had been in contact Pine Trailhead service was fantastic, another season with a ride through wonderful side trip to enjoy with the US Forest Service staff Colossal Cave Mountain Park April found our group gathering while on the AZT. in the Tusayan Ranger District southeast of Tucson. That at the Pine Trailhead, a perfect and they were wonderful. They January morning was a legendary time of year for riding the The next morning we rode stopped by to visit with us and Arizona scene: cool, crisp, and Highline Passage of the Arizona southwest on the trail, another even gave us Smokey the Bear clear with excitement in the air Trail. This segment has a little beautiful section. The views bandanas and a card at the end as we saddled to ride a passage bit of everything to make it an were awesome as we rode down of our stay! We camp in a lot of we hadn’t ridden before. interesting and technical ride. into Oak Spring Canyon. Our National Forests and the rangers The views are worth every bit of destination was Oak Spring in charge of this one were by far The Arizona Trail carried us up effort, and you feel like you are itself, a picturesque setting that the best we have ever met. out of the valley on a series of riding on the rim of the world! makes you want to sit and soak easy switchbacks with wonderful We rode to Red Rock Spring in the quiet of the forest for a views of the park below. As we rounded a hill near the highpoint of the ride we were treated to marvelous views of Davidson Canyon. Eventually the trail crossed a road and went under an elevated railroad track as it dropped down to Cienega Creek – a picturesque riparian section of the trail that had everyone grabbing their cameras while our horses quenched their thirst. It was soon decided that this was where we would dismount and have lunch. When the first train passed by overhead we realized the folly of our decision. One of the mules thought he would have his lunch a little further down the trail and he was out of there with his owner in hot pursuit! Fortunately, equines don’t like to be separated and the mule stopped a short distance away. Riding the AZT near Colossal Cave Mountain Park.

Summer 2014 6 Arizona Trail Association News The Copper State Trail Riders enjoying an outing on the Arizona Trail near the South Rim of Grand Canyon.

On Saturday we rode the AZT steward there showing so much of the riders, this ride was a each year to ride, camp, and raise south toward Russell Tank. interest in our club. He shared check off the “bucket list.” funds for the Arizona Trail We couldn’t make it all the way lots of knowledge about the Association. Over the past year to Russell Tank because of the AZT that was both interesting The Arizona Trail is truly the and a half, they raised nearly distance (12 miles one-way), and enlightening. most scenic trail in the country. $3,000 to fund trail maintenance however we found a perfect Experience it with the Copper projects along the AZT that will lunch spot on a point that looks On Sunday we rode to the big State Trail Riders, or experi- benefit equestrians and all trail out at views only found in hole in the ground! Riding ence it for yourself, but just users. For more information about Arizona. This has got to be one along the edge of the South experience it! the club, contact Jodie at of the best sections of the AZT Rim of Grand Canyon…well, [email protected]. we have ever ridden. The trail there really aren’t words to Jodie Franklin is the leader of the properly describe it. We was in great condition thanks to Copper State Trail Riders and Their current event schedule is absorbed the breathtaking local trail steward Tom Coulson. believes that “Life is better when available at: He also camped out with us views and then followed the old viewed between the ears of an and enjoyed our famous potluck. stage coach trail back to the equine.” Now over 100 members www.aztrail.org/Copper_ It was great to have the trail AZT and our camp. For many strong, this club gathers 10 times State_ride_schedule.pdf

Trail Improvements in Pinal County

The Black Hills Passage north mountain bikers and equestrians, County. Through successful switchbacks that are more of Oracle is among the least who have repeatedly found the grant opportunities such as this, equestrian and bike friendly, traveled piece of trail in the state, switchbacks too tight and the coupled with our tremendous improving entrances and exits and has been in need of major trail too difficult to follow. partnership with volunteers from washes, and improving improvements for years. from the Arizona Trail tread in some areas where it is Thanks to a grant from the “Pinal County is excited to Association, we are able to hard to determine exactly where Recreational Trail Program, have been selected for trail continue providing a quality the trail is,” said Taylor. funded through the Federal maintenance funding from the trail experience to Pinal County Highway Administration and Recreational Trail Program,” residents and visitors alike.” The project area is currently administered through Arizona said Kent Taylor, Open Space undergoing the necessary State Parks, the Arizona and Trails Coordinator for Pinal Pinal County collaborated with environmental clearances for the National Scenic Trail in Pinal County. “This funding will ATA staff, volunteers and trail trail work, which is anticipated County is about to receive some allow us to hire professional users to determine the best to begin this winter and reach much-needed attention. This trail crews to focus on key trail locations for maintenance needs. completion by spring of 2015. news is especially important for improvements on the Arizona “We will be focusing on three National Scenic Trail in Pinal main projects: improving

Arizona Trail Association News 7 Summer 2014 The Arizona Trail Association The ATA provides training and is in need of trail stewards to take guidance, and rewards your responsibility for segments of the efforts with a specially designed Arizona National Scenic Trail Trail Steward baseball cap. in various parts of the state. Trail tools are made available Stewards can be individuals, for all maintenance needs, in families, businesses, club, groups, addition to gloves, hardhats or any collection of folks that and other safety equipment. want to work together for the benefit of the Arizona National Being a trail steward is rewarding Scenic Trail. Responsibilities beyond words, and connects include regularly visiting your you with the Arizona Trail, its segment; reporting on conditions users, and other trail stewards and maintenance needs; in a very meaningful way. organizing trail work events with Contributing to the care of the help from Regional Stewards; trail on the ground level is and helping make your segment among the most important the best it can possibly be! ways to sustain this experience for future generations. Some trail stewards maintain their segment monthly with the Are you up for it? help of friends and family, while others organize public trail work If you are interested in becoming parties once or twice per year. a trail steward, please contact Others never pick up a tool, but Shawn Redfield regularly report on conditions Trail Director to the Regional Steward and Trail Director. The most [email protected] important elements of being a Or email the Regional Stewards good trail steward are love for listed on the ATA website: the Arizona Trail and a commitment to help improve it. www.aztrail.org/at_stewards.html

Segments Currently in Need of Stewardship

14a 14b 14c 14d Black hills Passage Black hills Passage Black hills Passage Black hills Passage Tucson Wash Segment Hidden Well Segment Mountainview South Segment Mountainview North Segment

This 5.6-mile segment from This 2.8-mile segment from This 3.6 mile-mile segment This 2.8-mile segment from Tiger Mine Road Trailhead to Pipeline Road Junction to Hidden from Hidden Well to Mounta- Mountainview Tank Road to Pipeline Road Junction is easily Well sees very little traffic inview Tank Road is remote, Ridgeline (Double Cairns) can accessed from the town of Oracle. throughout the year, but is always and regular brushing of catclaw be accessed with a 4-wheel-drive Regular brushing of prickly pear in need minor maintenance and acacia is necessary. It can be vehicle and requires minimal and catclaw acacia is necessary, as rebuilding rock cairns where the accessed with a 4-wheel-drive maintenance, including brushing well as addressing erosion issues. trail is faint. It can be accessed vehicle from Oracle. and occasional tread repair. with a 4-wheel-drive vehicle from Oracle.

Summer 2014 8 Arizona Trail Association News Segments Currently in Need of Stewardship (continued) 19e 35b Superstition Wilderness Babbitt Ranch Passage Passage Moqui Stage Segment Cottonwood Creek Segment This 4.9-mile segment from the This 5-mile segment from Kaibab National Forest Bound- Cottonwood Creek Junction to ary to Moqui Stage Station is Frazier Trail Junction is accessed along an old doubletrack on the from Roosevelt Lake via the Babbitt Ranch. It is accessible Frazier Trail. It has major erosion from Flagstaff, but still very issues, but will likely be reworked remote. It doesn’t see much by a mechanical crew within the trail use and requires monitor- Cutting downed trees and trimming back brush are a few of the maintenance next few months. It should be ing and occasional tread repair. needs on various passages of the Arizona Trail. Shuler Family Photo easier to maintain after that time. 37c 27b Grand Canyon-South H ighline Passage Rim Passage Geronimo – West Segment Park Segment

This 4.1-mile segment from This 6.9-mile segment from Red Rock Trail to Geronimo the Grand Canyon National Trailhead is easily accessible from Park boundary north of the town of Pine. It is a popular Tusayan to the segment that is always in need Trailhead requires very little of tread repair, brushing, and maintenance. Main duties monitoring seasonal erosion. include monitoring, working with GCNP staff, developing an 27f equestrian bypass, and making H ighline Passage recommendations for sign Colonel Devin Segment installations when needed. Rock work and erosion control are among the more advanced trail maintenance needs along some of the AZT’s passages. This 1.9-mile segment from the Washington Park Trailhead to 41a FR 300 is easily accessed from K aibab - forest roads near the towns of Central Passage Payson and Pine. It suffers from Murray’s Lake Segment seasonal erosion, and is often in need of tread repair and This 7.8-mile segment from frequent brushing. Telephone Hill to Murray’s Lake is located on the North 29c Rim, so access is limited to May through November. This H appy Jack Passage segment suffers from erosion Pine Springs Segment and a lot of work is needed to This 6.5-mile segment from Pine bring it up to National Scenic Springs to Maxie Tank is easily Trail standards. accessed off Lake Mary Road south of Flagstaff. It is in need of a realignment, which will likely happen within the next year. Tread repair, erosion control, and brushing are all If you have enjoyed experiences on the AZT, consider becoming a steward for the benefit of others who will someday travel down the trail. immediate needs.

Arizona Trail Association News 9 Summer 2014 Arizona Trail Day – Flagstaff Saturday, September 13

Mark your calendar for the you know who has an interest biggest celebration of the in the Arizona Trail. Arizona Trail this year when Arizona Trail Day comes to Arizona Trail Day will bring Flagstaff on Saturday, September together everyone who has 13. Don’t miss this wonderful made a connection to the AZT gathering of Arizona Trail and learn about ways we can all volunteers, friends, partners and work together to protect and enthusiasts in Buffalo Park from sustain the trail we all love. 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Bring your trail tales and be prepared to share them with The event begins with trail some of the finest folks you’ll activities in the morning, ever meet. including hikes for all abilities, a trail run hosted by the Northern kid’s activities, a gear swap, Set beneath Elden Mountain, Save the date, and we’ll look Arizona Trail Running Arizona Trail Ale, raffle for Buffalo Park is a popular forward to seeing you at Buffalo Association, mountain bike ride outdoor gear and guided community venue for non- Park on September 13th! hosted by Flagstaff Biking adventures, and much more. motorized trail users of all kinds Organization, and a group trail There will also be a new segment to access the Arizona Trail. ride for equestrians. After a few of the Arizona Trail designated Join us for this exciting day of hours on the trail, everyone is at this event, and a memorial activities, presenters, and lots encouraged to converge upon service to honor Dale Shewalter, of fun in . Buffalo Park for great live music, the father of the Arizona Trail. The event is free and open to local food, information booths, the public, so invite everyone

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Summer 2014 10 Arizona Trail Association News RememberingBob Bohannan

by Jan hancock

The long and legendary life of After a year at Luke, Bob was His leadership continued in Bob passed away peacefully at Robert C. “Bob” Bohannan assigned along with four other his affiliations with the Arizona age 95, leaving all who knew ended on January 30, 2014, only officers to activate Yuma Army State Committee on Trails, him with a true reverence for two days before the celebration Air Field. Among those officers Phoenix Downtown Lions Club, his long history of business, of the Arizona Trail Association’s was Lieutenant Barry Goldwater, Flagstaff Lions Club, and the military, and personal 20th Anniversary, which would later to become an Air Force Maricopa County Mounted achievements. The ATA have commemorated his 20th Major General and U.S. Senator Sheriff’s Posse. Bob was also a recognizes Bob Bohannan as year of leadership with the ATA. from Arizona; the two remained director of the Phoenix one of the best there ever was. This Arizona trailblazer left us close friends ever since they Community Council, Salvation knowing that we would continue shared a Spartan life in tents Army, and trustee of the Phoenix Bob, from all of us who enjoy his legacy. near Yuma. Little Theatre. and appreciate the Arizona National Scenic Trail, we honor Bob was the long-standing Bob’s diverse business background Bob was an avid equestrian. you for your support, guidance, Statutory Agent for the Arizona included organizing Associated Over the years, Bob helped guide and foresight over the past 20 Trail Association from the birth Grocer’s Inc., affiliating with some of the state’s founding years. The strength of the ATA of our organization. It was Bob KPHO-TV and helping horse organizations, including has much to do with your who personally hand-carried establish the first television the Western Saddle Club, leadership from day one. applications for our six ATA station based in Phoenix, and Arizona Horse Lovers trademarks for our organization’s then becoming President and Foundation, Arabian Horse Please take a few minutes to name and logos to then Secretary Director of Arizona Mortgage Association of Arizona, watch a YouTube video of the of State, Jane Hull, who was a & Investment Company, Palomino Horse Association very fitting, truly old western personal friend of Bob and National Life and Casualty of Arizona, Arizona Saddlebred and military style memorial and Margaret Bohannan. Jane Hull Insurance Company, and Vice Association, Northern Arizona interment services honoring went on to become the Governor President and Director of Horsemen’s Association, Bob Bohannan, including a white of Arizona. From the very Southwest Savings and Loan. Roosevelt Rough Riders, Arizona floral wreath for his casket with beginning, Bob was one of ATA’s State Horsemen’s Association, vintage black cowboy boots from most passionate supporters. In 1948 Bob began an outstanding Sonoita Grass Ridge Hounds, the Arizona Trail Association: political career. He was one of six Flagstaff High Country Hounds, http://youtu.be/GZGeVHFjC9g Giving leadership was second Republicans elected to the and Paradise Beagles. Bob was nature to Bob Bohannan. His Arizona House of Representatives, the only member of the Verde influence was eminent in every was appointed State Welfare Vaqueros to make the annual Jan Hancock is a founding aspect of his life, and he held a Commissioner by Governor ride for 50 consecutive years. Board Member of the ATA who depth of patriotism and strong Howard Pyle, and also served He held many leadership positions specializes in equestrian trail background of public service. on the State Retirement Board in all of these equestrian and trailhead design and Bob graduated from Ohio State and State Welfare Board. organizations and introduced shared-use trail principles. University in 1941 with a the sport of competitive trail In addition to his civic Bachelor of Science degree in riding (now called endurance involvement with the Arizona Business Administration and a riding) to Arizona with the Trail Association, Bob also commission as a Second American Trail Ride Conference, served on the Board of Directors Lieutenant in the Army Air a renowned sporting event of the Corps. He was ordered to active drawing thousands of contestants Council, Boy Scouts of America, duty at Luke Field, which to locations across the nation and was a charter member of the brought him to Arizona, and for 50 to 100-mile horseback Verde Vaqueros, a large non- the state he adopted as his home riding competitions. the rest of his life. profit equestrian organization.

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