The Sonoran desert is bursting with wildflowers right now and there’s water EVERYWHERE! We enjoyed a three night backpack into […]
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Images of Ireland
Here are some of the images that are currently showing at my photo exhibition at the Irish Cultural Center and […]
Saguaro Census 2020
I just spent a fantastic week in the desert, counting my beloved Saguaros! Saguaro National Park leads a recurring research […]
Gem and Jam Music and Art Festival – Tucson, Arizona
The Gem and Jam Music and Art Festival was held in the desert just south of Tucson, Arizona. This is […]
Battleship Mountain – Superstition Wilderness, Arizona
The Superstitions might be my favorite backpacking destination in the world! The solitude, the views, the unique flora – all […]
Landscapes of Ireland
I’ve just returned from a successful scouting trip to Ireland, in preparation for the production of the next few “A […]
Grand Canyon – Rim to Rim
The Plan: Hike the South Kaibab trail down to the Colorado River (7.1 miles and 4860 feet of descent), pass […]
Grand Teton National Park – Wyoming, USA
The best way I can describe this park is: Majestic! With no foothills to obstruct the view, the jagged peaks […]
Petroglyphs at Cherry Creek
A number of years ago, while roaming a very remote section of desert, far from any trails and heavily protected […]
Salado Indian Dwellings in Devil’s Chasm, Sierra Ancha Wilderness, Arizona
Devils Chasm is located in the Cherry Creek area of the Sierra Ancha Wilderness in Arizona. It’s a very challenging […]