Enchanted by New Mexico
A few days in New Mexico as I made my way to Texas. Read More …
Author: Paul Mags
The Incredible Shrinking Monuments
Some thoughts on the recent announcement about the proposed reduction of National Monuments. Read More …
Phoenix and points south
Some local hikes in Phoenix, a few history pitstops, a quick to jaunt to Saguaro NP, and a visit to the Chiricahua National Monument. Read More …
Quick Tip: Propane adapter hose for a camp stove
Want the convenience of propane for camping but not deal with those (mainly) one-use green canisters? Get an adapter hose! Read More …
Further along the Ancestral path
More exploration of ancestral dwellings between Flagstaff and Phoenix. Read More …
Gear pick of the year 2017 – Interagency Pass
Here’s the best piece of gear for an outdoors person. And something most outdoors people would enjoy as a gift, too. Read More …
The Ancestral Path in Flagstaff
Exploring the ancestral lands of the native people of Arizona. Read More …
A Grand Thanksgiving
A trip with some close friends down to the Grand Canyon. Some car camping and a quick overnighter, too. Read More …
Gear Review – Gaia GPS app
A review of the Gaia GPS app for Android and iOS-based devices. A powerful, flexible, and easy to use navigation tool. Read More …
Southern Tier Road Trip
I leave Wednesday for the next phase of my sabbatical. Read More …
WASU : Bonus music edition
One last post for my Utah walk. Songs stuck in my head while being out by myself. Call it a bonus post. Read More …
WASU : Overall thoughts
A summary of my Walk Across Southern Utah. More information about the route, resupply, water, permits, gear, etc. Read More …
WASU Part 6:Journey’s End
The final days of my walk from Moab to the Colorado border. Read More …
WASU Part 5:Across the Colorado
Another memorable stretch on my Utah journey. Culminating with a crossing of the Colorado River. Read More …
WASU Part 4:Northward Bound
The route is taking me north. And into places I fondly recall. Read More …
National Park fee increase
Thoughts on the proposed NPS fee increases. Ad what it means for the wild and egalitarian nature of our parks. Read More …
WASU Part 3:Midpoint of the journey
The midpoint of my Southern Utah journey has been reached. Read More …
WASU Part 2:Entering red rock canyon country
I now have entered Utah’s red rock canyon country. And it has been phenomenal. Read More …