Hiking Life

30
Jun
A Spiritual Journey Through the Superstition Wilderness

A Spiritual Journey Through the Superstition Wilderness

This year’s hiking season has felt a little off balance. Winter in Arizona’s East Valley was unusually warm, so we’ve had to be a bit more flexible—sneaking in our hikes whenever the weather cooperated. But we’ve still managed to knock out some impressive trails so far in 2025...
5 min read
30
Jun
10 Energizing Hiking Snacks for Active Women Over 60

10 Energizing Hiking Snacks for Active Women Over 60

As an active woman in my 60s who loves hitting the Arizona trails, I’m all about fueling up with snacks that are tasty, energizing, and aligned with my mostly plant-based flexitarian lifestyle.
3 min read
29
Jun
Exercise Is More Important Than Ever

Exercise Is More Important Than Ever

When I originally wrote about the importance of exercise after 50, my husband and I were just stepping into this stage of life. Now, here we are in our 60s, and I can tell you—exercise is even more essential than we realized back then!
3 min read
28
Jun
Oops, We Did It Again

Oops, We Did It Again

If you're looking for a hike in Arizona that pushes your limits, tests your nerves, and rewards you with jaw-dropping views, Flatiron in the Superstition Mountains is the one.
5 min read
28
Jun
Tips for a Safe and Enjoyable Adventure

Tips for a Safe and Enjoyable Adventure

I’ve picked up tips and tricks that have made hiking safer, easier, and even more enjoyable. I’m excited to share them with you—along with a few personal favorites that keep me motivated.
5 min read
26
Jun
Fuel Your Hikes

Fuel Your Hikes

If you're looking for the perfect fuel to power your hikes and stay energized throughout your outdoor adventures, your search ends here!
4 min read
26
Jun
Fueling Your Hike

Fueling Your Hike

As a flexitarian, I focus on a diet rich in plants with occasional animal products, but my hiking snacks are always plant-based for maximum energy, lightness, and nourishment on the trail.
5 min read
26
Jun
Easy Plant-Based Hiking Snacks

Easy Plant-Based Hiking Snacks

Are you looking for delicious, healthy snacks to take with you on your next outdoor adventure? Whether you're hiking, camping, or simply exploring the great outdoors, having the right snacks can make all the difference.
2 min read
26
Jun
The Hike to Bell Rock

The Hike to Bell Rock

Our trek on the Bell Rock Pathway was just under 4 miles, but each step was a revelation.
2 min read
26
Jun
Weaver's Needle - View from Peralta Trail

Journey to Weaver's Needle

Saturday, April 27, 2024, marked a milestone for my husband and me as we embarked on a challenging wilderness hike deep into the heart of the Arizona Superstition Mountain Wilderness.
13 min read