| SUN CITY VISTOSO HIKING CLUB NEWSLETTER |
| March/April 2010 Issue 10/02 |
| Newsletter as originally published. See e-mails from Jerry Rickard for updates. |
President------------- Don Bender
Vice-president------ Terry McFadden
Secretary------------ Judy Fraser
Treasurer------------- George Allen
Chief Guide --------- Paul Meier
Newsletter ----------. Dale Knudson
E-mail---------------- Jerry Rickard
Mileage---------------Sharon Knudson.
Club Historian------- John Newton
Vice-president------ Terry McFadden
Secretary------------ Judy Fraser
Treasurer------------- George Allen
Chief Guide --------- Paul Meier
Newsletter ----------. Dale Knudson
E-mail---------------- Jerry Rickard
Mileage---------------Sharon Knudson.
Club Historian------- John Newton
Hiker Information:
Call guide to make reservations and get the latest information. Hiking groups meet and depart from the cafe
parking area at the golf course, unless indicated otherwise. The time listed is the departure time. If a hike is a
bushwhack, i.e., not on a trail, it is noted in the description. Always bring ample water, and wear appropriate
headgear and footwear. Always wear your name badge. Total climb is cumulative.
Hike Ratings:
D: less than 4 miles; or below 500 foot total climb.
C: 4-8 miles; or 500-1500 foot total climb.
B: 8-16 miles; or 1500-3500 foot total climb.
A: over 16 miles; or over 3500 foot total climb.
Sometimes a hike is harder or easier than its rating indicates. Hikes are three to four times as hard as a Sun
City walk! Note: Payment to driver is a flat rate, and includes user fees for Sabino Canyon, Mt. Lemmon and
State Parks. Driver is responsible for paying all user fees. Passengers are to pay any other user fees. Hikers
should let guide know when they sign up if they intend to drive, and if they have passes. Always discuss hike
conditions and concerns with guide when you sign up. To insure that you will be on hikes of interest, sign up
with the guides no later than 4 PM the day before the hike. The guides need this minimal advanced notice to
plan hike details and arrange for transportation. Therefore, participation in the hike after this time is at the
discretion of the guide. Arrive at departure location at least five minutes early to arrange for car-pooling, etc.
Personal cell phones should be used for emergencies only. Please put them on vibrate.
If you have a medical condition and/or are taking prescription medications, please write down that information
and carry it with you at all times. If you are allergic to any medication, note that also. If you require medical
assistance, it will help medical personnel give you the proper care. Also, bring any medications you might need
during a hike.
Medical Condition:
If you have a medical condition and/or are taking prescription medications, please write down that information
and carry it with you at all times in a pill bottle. If you are allergic to any medication or have other allergies, note
that also. If you require medical assistance while on a hike, it will help medical personnel give you the proper
care. Include the phone number of the person to be contacted In Case of Emergency. Also, bring any
medications you might need during a hike. Let the hike guide know where you are carrying the information and
medications.
Emergency Medical Cards:
Emergency Medical Cards were distributed at the Wine and Cheese Party to those hikers who were in
attendance. Please fill them out and carry them in your pack while hiking.
GUIDE MEETING
The next Guide meeting will be held on Thursday, April 1, at 3 PM in the Papago room. Everyone is welcome. A
Board Meeting will follow.
Web site:
The Hiking Club web site is http://vistosohikes.org/ . Please spend some time looking at all the content there.
The Site has many High-Resolution photos, which are best accessed via a high-speed Internet connection. If
you own a wireless-equipped laptop PC, (or can borrow one from a friend), you can now rapidly access our
Site. Bring the laptop to the Social Hall or Vistoso Center and enjoy hot-spot access.
NEWS
Spring Picnic: The Spring Picnic will be held on Tuesday, March 9, at the Large Group Picnic Area in Catalina
State Park. Chairpersons are John and Judy Newton. There will be five hikes. See hike choices under Tuesday,
March 9 hike listing. You must sign-up for all hikes prior to the day of the picnic.
A flyer will be distributed with sign-up information and food selection. Cost is $12 per member and $14 for
guests. Return the flyer with appropriate check to George Allen no later than March 1st.
Wine/Cheese/Annual Meeting:
The Wine/Cheese/Annual Meeting will be held in the Native American rooms in the Social Hall on Saturday, April
10, from 2-5 PM. Chairpersons are Dave and Pam Brunk. The meeting will begin at 2 PM. There will be a
speaker and a business meeting. Fruit punch, wine and cheese will be served on the patio following the
business meeting, weather permitting. In case of inclement weather, all activities will take place in the Native
American rooms. This would be an excellent time to pay your 2010-2011 dues.
Club Mileage:
As of March 20, total accumulated club mileage is 308,780.
Current Membership:
As of March 20, current membership is 160.
Hiking Trips:
Payson, AZ:
On Apr 13-15 the Vistoso Hiking Club will do exploratory hiking in the Payson, AZ. area. Club members are
invited to take part in this experience by contacting Dave Fraser, 818-2434. C and B hikes will be lead by Larry
Klein, Bob Esparza, Dale Knudson and Dave Fraser each day. There will also be hikes on Tuesday, April 13, on
the way to Payson and on Friday, April 16, on the way back. Housing will be at the Best Western Payson Inn. It
is located at 801 No. Beeline Highway (Highway 87) in Payson. Rooms are $65 and $75, plus tax. You must
make your own reservations by March 30, 2010. If interested, call Dave Fraser, 818-2434.
If interested in any or all of the following three hikes, call Leslie Esparza at 825-8271 as soon as
possible:
July 19 - July 26: Hiking along the North Shore of Lake Superior in Minnesota. Leslie Esparza at 825-8271.
October 13 - October 20: North Rim of the Grand Canyon, Zion National Park and Bryce Canyon National Park.
Leslie Esparza, 825-8271
October 21 - October 29: Capitol Reef National Park, Arches National Park, Canyonlands National Park and
Canyon de Chelly. Leslie Esparza at 825-8271.
HIKES FOR MARCH AND APRIL, 2010.
(names of new hikes are underlined)
Exploratory hikes
There may be some hikes scheduled in this newsletter that are classified as exploratory and are identified as
such. We use exploratory hikes to check out new hikes that have never been done before or to check where
we can go on the trails that were damaged by rains, for example. If you choose to go on an exploratory hike, be
aware that we sometimes don’t know what we’ll run into as far as mileage and/or trail conditions are concerned.
There could be some bushwhacking involved.
March 1, Monday - Catalina SP to Sabino Cyn Key Exchange [A/17mi toTram or 21mi to Visitor Center/4100’
/$3/] Key exchange from Catalina State Park to Sabino Canyon or Sabino Canyon to Catalina State Park.
Approximately half of hikers must go each direction, with a MINIMUM OF FOUR each way. Max Haegele will lead
the hike from Sabino Canyon to Catalina State Park leaving Sun City at 5AM. Lee Bomar will lead from Catalina
State Park to Sabino Canyon leaving at 5:30 AM. It is suggested that you have recently completed an A hike.
Call Max Haegele at 818-9178 or Lee Bomar at 825-2702 to sign-up and for details of the hike.
March 1, Monday - Big Wash and Bluffs [C/6mi/100’/$0/7:30am] Meet at Catalina Vista parking lot. Technically
a bushwhack, this hike is in the wash or follows animal trails on the bluffs. There are excellent vistas. Mary
Stagnitto, 818-3217.
March 2, Tuesday - Early Bird Energizing Constitutionals (EBEC) [C/5-7mi/200-300’/$0-1/7:30am] Hike for a
couple of hours on nearby Jeep roads/trails/paths or in CSPark. Departing location will be provided at time of
phone registration. Occasionally, light bushwhacks and exploratory tangents may be involved. Gaston Meloche,
638-5404.
March 2, Tuesday - New Member Orientation Hike [D/3mi/200’/$1/8am] A prerequisite hike for joining Vistoso
Hiking Club. Hike on Canyon Loop Trail, a short distance up Sutherland Cutoff Trail, and back. There is an
orientation talk afterwards. Meet at the golf course parking lot. Dave Fraser, 818-2434.
March 3, Wednesday – Romero Spring [B/10mi/2200’/$1/8am] Hike Romero Canyon trail 2 miles past Romero
Pools to Romero Springs in a very scenic section of the canyon. Return by the same route. Christa and Michael
Lubatkin, 825-6872.
March 3, Wednesday - Walk To Lunch [C/6mi/100'/$0/10am] Walk down Rancho Vistoso to Big Wash, walk in
wash to Hospital, cross Tangerine, follow paths to Red Lobster or Olive Garden. After lunch, return via wash.
Millie Sparling, 825-0091.
March 3, Thursday - Dripping Springs via Nature Loop and N. Bench [C/5mi/700'/$1/1:30pm] Hike up Nature
Trail cut across plateau to Cargodera Creek to Sutherland Trail to Dripping Springs trail, return via normal
route. Terry McFadden, 825-3089.
March 4, Thursday - Early Bird Energizing Constitutionals (EBEC) [C/5-7mi/200-300’/$0-1/7:30am] Hike for a
couple of hours on nearby Jeep roads/trails/paths or in CSPark. Departing location will be provided at time of
phone registration. Occasionally, light bushwhacks and exploratory tangents may be involved. Gaston Meloche,
638-5404.
March 4, Thursday - Walk-in-the-Park [D/4mi/200’/$1/8am] Hike from the main trailhead parking lot for an hour
in some direction and return the same way. Dorothy Krage, 825-0910.
March 5, Friday - Wild Burro Canyon Trail /Alamo Springs Loop [C+/9mi/1400’/$2/8am] From Dove Mt.
trailhead, take Wild Burro Canyon Trail to Alamo Springs. Return via Alamo Springs trail to the Canyon Trail
to trailhead. Max Haegele, 818-9178.
March 5, Friday – Nature Trailings, South of The Border. [D/4mi/300’/$0/8:30am] South of Sun City border
that is. Meet at Mountain View Plaza parking area. Paul Meier, 818-0173.
March 6, Saturday - Seven Falls [C/8mi/900’/$3/8am] Hike to lower Bear Canyon, take Bear Canyon Trail to
Seven Falls and return. Dale Knudson, 818-6788.
March 7, Sunday – CSPark’s Hikes - Cargondera Canyon [C/6-8mi/300-1600/$1/8am] Leave every Sunday
from the main trailhead, if no other location is specified. Occasionally, light bushwhacks and exploratory
tangents may occur. Gaston Meloche, 638-5404.
March 8, Monday - Picacho Peak via Sunset Ridge Trail [B/6miI/2100’/$4/8am] Take Sunset Ridge Trail to
summit and return on Hunter trail. Bring slip proof gloves! Requires two cars. Leave a car at parking lots at end
of both Sunset Ridge Trail and Hunter Trail for shuttle. Lee Bomar, 825-2702.
March 8, Monday - Sausalito Creek [C/7mi/300’/$0/7:30am] Meet at Desert Oasis parking lot, hike mostly on
dirt roads and trails through flats and foothills of Tortolita Mountains. Lunch by windmill in Sausalito Canyon
and return. Mary Stagnitto, 818-3217.
March 9, Tuesday – Spring Picnic Hikes in Catalina State Park. There will five hikes offered. All hikes originate
from the Sun City Vistoso parking lot for carpooling convenience.
PRIOR SIGNUP IS REQUIRED FOR ALL HIKES:
6:30am start: Romero Pools, Lower, 6 miles, 1400' elevation, Lee Bomar, 825-2702
8am start: 50-year South, 4 miles, 400' elevation, Dorothy Krage, 825-0910
8am start: Walter's Cascade, 5 mi, 800' elevation, The Esparzas, 825-8271.
8am start: Dripping Springs , 4 mi, 400' elevation, Millie Sparling, 825-0091
8am start: Hike to Stone Cabin, 6 mi, 300' elevation, Gaston Meloche, 638-5404
March 10, Wednesday - Walk-in-the-Park [D/4mi/200’/$1/8am] Hike from the main trailhead
parking lot for an hour in some direction and return the same way. Dorothy Krage, 825-0910.
March 10, Wednesday – Dutchman/Bluff Springs Loop [B/9mi/1260’/$14/8am] This loop route skirts the base of
the Superstition Mountains passing a variety of pleasant and, possibly, poppy/lupine-covered vistas across
open desert country and then climbs over Miners Summit and drops back into the backcountry. From the
Peralta trailhead, we follow the Dutchman trail passing beneath Miners Needle to Miners Canyon. We meander
up a rocky area to Miners Summit where we continue on the Dutchman trail and descend into a tributary of Bluff
Spring Canyon. We then cross a wash [most probably dry] and meet the Bluff Spring trail. We follow the Bluff
Spring trail past the Terrapin trail for the remainder of the rather steep downhill 2.3 miles back to the trailhead.
Dave Fraser, 818-2434.
March 11, Thursday -Early Bird Energizing Constitutionals (EBEC) [C/5-7mi/200-300’/$0-1/7:30am] Hike for a
couple of hours on nearby Jeep roads/trails/paths or in CSPark. Departing location will be provided at time of
phone registration. Occasionally, light bushwhacks and exploratory tangents may be involved. Gaston Meloche,
638-5404.
March 11, Thursday - Romero Pools, Upper [B-/7mi/1600’/$1/8am] Hike Romero Canyon Trail to upper pools
and return by the same route. Terry McFadden, 825-3089.
March 11, Thursday - Paseo de la Ciudad [D/3mi/0’/$2/8:30am] Visit historic sites downtown. Learn how
Tucson was founded, who Hugo O'Conor was, where Wyatt Earp killed Frank Stillwell, how John Dillinger was
captured, what the Owls Club was, and why a Mormon Battalion was here. Tour ends with lunch at a downtown
restaurant. Limited to 20 participants,so call early. Bob Cratty, 825-0157.
March 12, Friday - Wild Mustang Trail to Alamo Springs/Wild Burro Canyon Trail [B/8mi/1500’/$2/8am]
From Dove Mt. trailhead, take Wild Burro Canyon Trail to the Upper Javalina Trail, then up the mountain to
Wild Mustang Trail. Continue on Wild Mustang Trail to Alamo Springs and return via Wild Burro Canyon Trail.
(This hike will be conducted at a slow rate with many stops for taking in the landscape)
Max Haegele, 818-9178.
March 12, Friday - Oracle State Park Via The Back Door [C/6mi/300'/$3/8am] Park at American Flag trailhead.
Hike North on AZ trail 3 miles and return. Paul Meier, 818-0173.
March 13, Saturday- Walter’s Stock Tank Loop [C/6mi/800'/$1/8am] Park at the picnic area on left after
crossing the wash. Hike back down the road then SE through the wash and up into the foothills.Instead of
turning left to go to Walter's Cascade, continue straight until you reach stock tanks. Return same way. Millie
Sparling, 825-0091.
March 14, Sunday- CSPark’s Hikes - Walter's Cascade [C/6-8mi/300-1600/$1/8am] Leave every Sunday from
the main trailhead, if no other location is specified. Occasionally, light bushwhacks and exploratory tangents
may occur. Gaston Meloche, 638-5404.
March 15, Monday – Soldier Trail [B/6mi/2300’/$4/7am] If adequate parking is available, Park at lower end of
trail, hike up to Prison Camp, and return. If not, Park at Prison Camp, hike down to trailhead, and return. Lee
Bomar, 825-2702.
March 16, Tuesday - Aravaipa Canyon Wilderness West [B/ 8 to 10 miles depending on the group/200’
/$8/7am] This pristine wilderness is a walk on the wild side; no trails, no signs; no facilities. It includes stream
crossings that can be up to waist deep. Entrance by permit; $5 per day; limited to ten persons. Start at 2630'.
Bring wading shoes plus extra shoes, socks, a towel and plastic bags. Dinner at Mexican Restaurant in
Mammoth. Terry McFadden, 825-3089.
March 16, Tuesday - Early Bird Energizing Constitutionals (EBEC) [C/5-7mi/200-300’/$0-1/7:30am] Hike for a
couple of hours on nearby Jeep roads/trails/paths or in CSPark. Departing location will be provided at time of
phone registration. Occasionally, light bushwhacks and exploratory tangents may be involved. Gaston Meloche,
638-5404.
March 16, Tuesday - Deer Camp via “No Name Trail” [C/9mi/1000’/$1/7:30am] Park at end of pavement on
Golder Ranch Road, follow 50 Year Trail, to “No Name Trail” [south end] hike it to Deer Camp for lunch at camp
and return. Millie Sparling, 825-0091.
March 17, Wednesday - Gates Pass Trail to Arthropod Studies Institute[C-/7mi/750’/$3/7:30am] We start at
the Ramada on the East side of Gates Pass and hike down to parking area G10 where a car has been spotted
to allow a shorter return. Then it is a 1-1/2 mi. walk into the Sonoran Arthropod Studies Institute where we can
take part in the monthly open house [only open on 4th Sat. of the month]. Suggested $5 contribution. Either
climb back up hill or get ride. Larry Klein, 825-7535.
March 17, Wednesday - Happy St. Patrick's Day!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!.
March 17, Wednesday - Green Rock Summit [C/4mi/700’/$1/8am] A bushwhack scramble to the top of Green
Rock. Be prepared for St Patrick Day Tales, etc. Bring your favorite Irish yarn, song or other blarney. Think
green, but not green beer. Christa and Michael Lubatkin, 825-6872.
March 18, Thursday- Early Bird Energizing Constitutionals (EBEC) [C/5-7mi/200-300’/$0-1/7:30am] Hike for a
couple of hours on nearby Jeep roads/trails/paths or in CSPark. Departing location will be provided at time of
phone registration. Occasionally, light bushwhacks and exploratory tangents may be involved. Gaston Meloche,
638-5404.
March 18, Thursday- Honeybee Canyon [C/7mi/400’/$0/7:30am] Meet at Mountain View Plaza parking area.
Walk west down Rancho Vistoso Blvd. and take Power Line Road north. Hike jeep road over to Honeybee
Canyon. Go south past the upper dam. In Honeybee Park, take the dam bypass trail south past the lower dam.
Cross Honeybee Wash and return via Lost Coyote Trail and Rancho Vistoso Blvd. Mary Stagnitto, 818-3217.
March 18, Thursday- Walk-in-the-Park [D/4mi/200’/$1/8am] Hike from the main trailhead
parking lot for an hour in some direction and return the same way. Dorothy Krage, 825-0910.
March 19, Friday – Alamo Canyon [D/4mi/300’/$1/8am] Hike “Lilo’s Trail” to the falls and return. Trail starts
back of the bench on the Southeast bend of the Birding Trail, goes to Alamo Canyon Falls (South) and returns
via the Southwest side and below Romero Ruins trail. Paul Meier, 818-0173.
March 19, Friday – Wasson Peak via Hugh Norris Trail [B/10mi/2100’/$3/8am] Park at trailhead on Hohokam
Road, hike a gradual climb on a ridge to the highest peak in the Tucsonm Mountains. Spectacular views. The
Esparza's, 825-8271.
March 20, Saturday - Cargodera Canyon via Canyon Loop [C/6mi/700’/$1/8am] Hike Canyon
Loop trail, then take the Sutherland Cutoff Trail to Sutherland Trail, brunch on the flat rocks in
Cargodera Canyon, and return by the same route. Dale Knudson, 818-6788.
March 21, Sunday - CSPark’s Hikes - Baby Jesus Trail [C/6-8mi/300-1600/$1/8am] Leave every Sunday from
the main trailhead, if no other location is specified. Occasionally, light bushwhacks and exploratory tangents
may occur. Call for details. Gaston Meloche, 638-5404.
March 22, Monday - Sycamore Canyon to Hutch’s Pool and Return [B/15mi/2600'/$5/6am] Park at old prison
camp, to Sycamore Canyon, to East Fork, down to Sabino Basin, on to Hutch’s Pool, and return to parking lot.
Lee Bomar, 825-2702.
March 22, Monday - Three Peaks [C/6mi/900’/$7/7am] Park at Palisade Ranger station, climb 400' to a saddle,
up to Bigelow Mountain lookout. [8550'], down to Palisade Rock, back over to saddle, up to top of Kellogg
Mountain [8300'], along Incinerator Ridge to a viewpoint toward Barnum Rock and Peck Basin for a premier view
and lunch. Start, 8000'. Marj Flory, 825-4580.
March 23, Tuesday - Early Bird Energizing Constitutionals (EBEC) [C/5-7mi/200-300’/$0-1/7:30am] Hike for a
couple of hours on nearby Jeep roads/trails/paths or in CSPark. Departing location will be provided at time of
phone registration. Occasionally, light bushwhacks and exploratory tangents may be involved. Gaston Meloche,
638-5404.
March 23, Tuesday - Blackett's Ridge [B/6mi/1800’/$3/8am] Hike Phoneline Trail to Blackett's Ridge Trail which
is very steep, then a gradual, persistent climb to one of Tucson’s premier views. Terry McFadden, 825-3089.
March 23, Tuesday - Paseo de la Ciudad [D/3mi/0’/$2/8:30am] Visit historic sites downtown. Learn how Tucson
was founded, who Hugo O'Conor was, where Wyatt Earp killed Frank Stillwell, how John Dillinger was captured,
what the Owls Club was, and why a Mormon Battalion was here. Tour ends with lunch at a downtown restaurant.
Limited to 20 participants, so call early. Bob Cratty, 825-0157.
March 24, Wednesday - Canyon Loop/Sutherland/50-year trail “Big Loop” [B/9mi/600’/$1/7:30am] We follow an
old Jeep trail to link with lower half of 50-year trail and return to Equestrian Center. Then back to main trailhead
on Big Sand Wash and Bridle trails. Dave Fraser, 818-2434.
March 24, Wednesday - Blackett's Ridge [B/6mi/1800’/$3/8am] Hike Phoneline Trail to Blackett's Ridge Trail
which is very steep, then a gradual, persistent climb to one of Tucson’s premier views. Christa and Michael
Lubatkin, 825-6872.
March 24, Wednesday - Walk-in-the-Park [D/4mi/200’/$1/8am] Hike from the main trailhead
parking lot for an hour in some direction and return the same way. Dorothy Krage, 825-0910.
March 25, Thursday - Early Bird Energizing Constitutionals (EBEC) [C/5-7mi/200-300’/$0-1/7:30am]
Hike for a couple of hours on nearby Jeep roads/trails/paths or in CSPark. Departing location will be
provided at time of phone registration. Occasionally, light bushwhacks and exploratory tangents may be
involved. Gaston Meloche, 638-5404.
March 25, Thursday - Nature Trailings, Great Desert Circle Walk. [D/3mi/100’/$0/8am] Meet at Desert Oasis
parking lot, walk toward Tortolita Mountains, from Desert Glen between Alamo Canyon and Royal Ridge Drives.
We loop back to start point. A slow, easy hike all can enjoy. Paul Meier, 818-0173.
March 26, Friday – Upper Javalina/ Cochie Trail [B+/12mi/1600’/$2/7am] Park at Dove Mt. trailhead and take
Wild Burro trail to Upper javalina trail. Follow Upper Javalina Trail to Cochie Trail and take Cochie Trail
approximately 3 miles return to Upper Javalina Trail and continue on remaining Upper Javalina. Follow Street to
Dove Mt Trailhead. Max Haegele, 818-9178.
March 26, Friday - Chalk Creek Wash Ramble [C/6mi/400’/$0/7:30am] Meet at Desert Oasis parking lot.
Walk up Chalk Creek Wash approximately 2 miles, then bushwhack west to jeep roadand return to
Desert Oasis. Mary Stagnitto, 818-3217.
March 27, Saturday – Fifty-Year/Bluff Trail Loop [C/7mi/400'/$1/8am] Park at Equestrian Center and take the
50-year trail through gate at the north end of the park. Take a right and follow trail on top of bluffs until
intersecting with a jeep trail, which is the 50-Year Trail, and take it back to Equestrian Center. Dale Knudson,
818-6788.
March 28, Sunday - CSPark’s Hikes - Catalina's Medium Loop[C/6-8mi/300-1600/$1/8am] Leave from the
Equestrian Center. Occasionally, light bushwhacks and exploratory tangents may occur. Call for details. Gaston
Meloche, 638-5404.
March 29, Monday – Vault Mine Trail Loop Via Carrie Nation Mine [B/7mi/2000'/$7/6am] Park at Roundup
parking lot, hike up Vault Mine Trail, out Aqua Caliente Trail to a little used trail that connects to the Carrie
Nation Mine Trail at the old mine. Continue on to intersect with the Vault Mine Trail and back to Roundup via the
last part of the Old Baldy Trail. Lee Bomar, 825-2702.
March 29, Monday – Honeybee Canyon Via Lost Coyote Trail [D/4mi/200’/$0/7:30am] Meet at Mountain View
Plaza parking lot, hike Ranch Vistoso Blvd and take Lost Coyote Trail to Honeybee Canyon. The dam bypass
trail starts to your left right after going through the fence. Take the dam bypass trail north past the lower dam to
Honeybee Park, and return via Rancho Vistoso Blvd. Mary Stagnitto, 818-3217.
March 29, Monday – Rillito River Walk from 1st Avenue west for 2 to 3 miles and return. [D+/5mi/0'/$1/4pm]
Early dinner at Sweet Tomato’s, then walk. Hiking Boots not needed for this one. Larry Klein, 825-7535.
March 30, Tuesday – Early Bird Energizing Constitutionals (EBEC) [C/5-7mi/200-300’/$0-1/7:30am]
Hike for a couple of hours on nearby Jeep roads/trails/paths or in CSPark. Departing location will be
provided at time of phone registration. Occasionally, light bushwhacks and exploratory tangents may be
involved. Gaston Meloche, 638-5404.
March 30, Tuesday - Romero Pools, Upper [B-/7mi/1600’/$1/8am] Hike Romero Canyon Trail to upper pools
and return by the same route. Terry McFadden, 825-3089.
March 31, Wednesday - Fifty Year Trail, North End. [C/8mi/1000’/$1/7:30am] Park at end of the paved part of
Golder Ranch Road. A loop hike. Millie Sparling, 825-0091.
April 1, Thursday - Early Bird Energizing Constitutionals (EBEC) [C/5-7mi/200-300’/$0-1/7:30am]
Hike for a couple of hours on nearby Jeep roads/trails/paths or in CSPark. Departing location will be
provided at time of phone registration. Occasionally, light bushwhacks and exploratory tangents may be
involved. Gaston Meloche, 638-5404.
April 1, Thursday - Romero Spring [B/10mi/2200’/$1/7:30am] Hike Romero Canyon trail 2 miles past Romero
Pools to Romero Springs in a very scenic section of the canyon. Return by the same route. Max Haegele, 818-
9178.
April 1, Thursday - Walk-in-the-Park [D/4mi/200’/$1/8am] Hike from the main trailhead
parking lot for an hour in some direction and return the same way. Dorothy Krage, 825-0910.
April 2, Friday – Tortolita Preserve [C/6mi/300’/$1/8am] Park at the end of the Moore Road
segment west of Dove Mountain Blvd. Hike a 3mi. portion or all of the established desert trail
and return. Paul Meier, 818-0173.
April 2, Friday – Josephine Saddle to McBeth Spring [B/9mi/1900’/$7/7am] Park at Roundup
parking lot, hike Super Trail to saddle, and a level half mile past to McBeth Spring. We return to saddle for
lunch and take same route down to cars. Start, 5400'. The Esparza's, 825-8271.
3, Saturday Pima Canyon Dam [C/7mi/1100’/$1/8am] Park at Pima Canyon trailhead,
hike a rocky trail through open areas and a grove of large trees, to a point near some Indian
grinding holes beyond the dam. Dale Knudson, 818-6788.
April 4, Sunday - CSPark’s Hikes - Stock Tank Long Loop [C/6-8mi/300-1600/$1/8am] Leave from the
Equestrian Center. Occasionally, light bushwhacks and exploratory tangents may occur. Call for details.
Gaston Meloche, 638-5404.
April 5, Monday - Florida Saddle [A/10mi/3900’/$7/6am] A very steep and persistent climb from the
Experimental Range Headquarters to Florida Saddle, via a beautiful canyon, open hillsides, and a thick forest.
Lee Bomar, 825-2702.
April 5, Monday - Dutchman/Bluff Springs Loop [B/9mi/1260’/$14/6:30am] This loop route skirts the base of the
Superstition Mountains passing a variety of pleasant and, possibly, poppy/lupine-covered vistas across open
desert country and then climbs over Miners Summit and drops back into the backcountry. From the Peralta
trailhead, we follow the Dutchman trail passing beneath Miners Needle to Miners Canyon. We meander up a
rocky area to Miners Summit where we continue on the Dutchman trail and descend into a tributary of Bluff
Spring Canyon. We then cross a wash [most probably dry] and meet the Bluff Spring trail. We follow the Bluff
Spring trail past the Terrapin trail for the remainder of the rather steep downhill 2.3 miles back to the trailhead.
Millie Sparling, 825-0091.
April 6, Tuesday - Early Bird Energizing Constitutionals (EBEC) [C/5-7mi/200-300’/$0-1/7:30am]
Hike for a couple of hours on nearby Jeep roads/trails/paths or in CSPark. Departing location will be
provided at time of phone registration. Occasionally, light bushwhacks and exploratory tangents may be
involved. Gaston Meloche, 638-5404.
April 6, Tuesday - New Member Orientation Hike [D/3mi/200’/$1/8am] A prerequisite hike for joining Vistoso
Hiking Club. Hike on Canyon Loop Trail, a short distance up Sutherland Cutoff Trail, and back. There is an
orientation talk afterwards. Meet at the golf course parking lot. Dave Fraser, 818-2434.
April 6, Tuesday - Big Wash East Side [C/6mi/0’/$0/7:30am] Meet at Catalina Vista parking lot, Cross the wash,
hike north and look for our feathered and furry friends on the side of the wash. Mary Stagnitto, 818-3217.
April 7, Wednesday - Gardner Canyon to Kentucky Camp [C/8mi/800’/$7/7am] Trail skirts the East side of the
Santa Ritas through historic mining country to a 1904 mining camp with a number of restored buildings. A key
exchange or shuttle. Start, 5300'. Larry Klein, 825-7535.
April 7, Wednesday - Walk-in-the-Park [D/4mi/200’/$1/8am] Hike from the main trailhead
parking lot for an hour in some direction and return the same way. Dorothy Krage, 825-0910.
April 8, Thursday - Canyon Loop/Sutherland/50-year trail “Big Loop” [B/9mi/600’/$1/7:30am]
We follow an old Jeep trail to link with lower half of 50-year trail and return to Equestrian Center.
Then back to main trailhead on Big Sand Wash and Bridle trails. Gaston Meloche, 638-5404.
April 8, Thursday - Aravaipa Canyon Wilderness West [B/8 to 10 miles depending on the group/200’/$8/7am]
This pristine wilderness is a walk on the wild side; no trails, no signs; no facilities. It includes stream crossings
that can be up to waist deep. Entrance by permit; $5 per day; limited to ten persons. Start at 2630'. Bring
wading shoes plus extra shoes, socks, a towel and plastic bags. Dinner at Mexican Restaurant in Mammoth.
Terry McFadden, 825-3089.
April 9, Friday - Wild Mustang Trail / Alamo Springs Loop [B/12mi/2200’/$2/7am]
From Dove Mt. Trailhead take Wild Burro Canyon Trail to the Upper Javalina Trail, then up the mountain
to Wild Mustang Trail. Continue on Wild Mustang Trail to Alamo Springs and return via Alamo Springs Trail.
Max Haegele, 818-9178.
April 9, Friday – Rillito River Walk [D/ 4mi/50'/$2/9am] Carpool to Children's Memorial Park. Walk two miles
east and return. Lunch at Sweet Tomatoes. Paul Meier, 818-0173.
April 10, Saturday - Walter’s Cascade [C/5mi/800’/$1/8am] Park at the picnic area on the left after crossing the
wash. Hike back down the road, then SE through the wash and up into the foothills to a special place beside the
drainage. Dale Knudson, 818-6788.
April 10, Saturday - Wine/Cheese/Annual Meeting in the Native American rooms in the Social Hall from 2-5 PM.
Don Bender, 818-1009.
April 11, Sunday - CSPark’s Hikes - Bluffs and 50-Year Trail [C/6-8mi/300-1600/$1/8am] Leave from the
Equestrian Center. Occasionally, light bushwhacks and exploratory tangents may occur. Hike Bluffs and 50-year
Hike. Call for details. Gaston Meloche, 638-5404.
April 12, Monday - Super Trail to Riley Saddle [B/12mi/2600’/$7/6am] Hike Super trail to Josephine Saddle and
continue to Riley Saddle. Those who want a shorter hike can stop and wait at Josephine Saddle. Start, 5400.
Lee Bomar, 825-2702.
April 13, Tuesday - Payson, AZ trip Contact Dave Fraser at 818-2434 for more information.
April 14, Wednesday - Payson, AZ trip Contact Dave Fraser at 818-2434 for more information.
April 14, Wednesday - Walk-in-the-Park [D/4mi/200’/$1/8am] Hike from the main trailhead
parking lot for an hour in some direction and return the same way. Dorothy Krage, 825-0910.
April 15, Thursday - Payson, AZ trip Contact Dave Fraser at 818-2434 for more information.
April 15, Thursday – Big Wash and Bluffs [C/6mi/100’/$0/7:30am] Meet at Catalina Vista parking lot. Technically
a bushwhack, this hike is in the wash or follows animal trails on the bluffs. There are excellent vistas. Mary
Stagnitto, 818-3217.
April 15, Thursday - Romero Pools, Upper [B-/7mi/1600’/$1/8am] Hike Romero Canyon Trail to upper pools
and return by the same route. Gaston Meloche, 638-5404.
April 16, Friday - Seven Falls [C/8mi/900’/$3/8am] Hike to lower Bear Canyon, take Bear Canyon Trail to Seven
Falls and return. Dale Knudson, 818-6788.
April 17, Saturday – Walter’s Stock Tank Loop [C/6mi/800'/$1/8am] Park at the picnic area on
left after crossing the wash. Hike back down the road then SE through the wash and up into the
foothills.Instead of turning left to go to Walter's Cascade, continue straight until you reach stock
tanks. Return same way. Dale Knudson, 818-6788.
April 18, Sunday - CSPark’s Hikes - Alamo Canyon and West Ridges [C/6-8mi/300-1600/$1/8am] Leave from
the Equestrian Center. Occasionally, light bushwhacks and exploratory tangents may occur. Call for details.
Gaston Meloche, 638-5404.
April 19, Monday - Mount Wrightson via Old Baldy Trail [A/12mi/4000’/$7/6am] Park at Roundup parking lot
and hike shortest route to top [9453']. Start, 5400'. Lee Bomar, 825-2702.
April 19, Monday - Three Peaks [C/6mi/900’/$7/7am] Park at Palisade Ranger station, climb 400' to a saddle,
up to Bigelow Mountain lookout. [8550'], down to Palisade Rock, back over to saddle, up to top of Kellogg
Mountain [8300'], along Incinerator Ridge to a viewpoint toward Barnum Rock and Peck Basin for a premier view
and lunch. Start, 8000'. Marj Flory, 825-4580.
April 20, Tuesday - Walter’s Cascade/Stock Tank Loop [C/9mi/1000’/$1/7:30am] Park at the picnic area on the
left after crossing the wash. Hike back down the road, then SE through the wash and up into the foothills.Instead
of turning left to go to Walter's Cascade, continue straight until you reach stock tanks. On the way back, take a
right turn at the cairn for the trail to Walter’s Cascade and return. Gaston Meloche, 638-5404.
April 21, Wednesday - Golden Gate Trail and Saguaro National Park West [C/7mi/900’/$3/7am]
Hike from parking lot just west of Gates Pass, up David Yetman Trail and take Golden Gate Loop.
Larry Klein, 825-7535.
April 22, Thursday - Pima Canyon Dam [C/7mi/1100’/$1/7:30am] Park at Pima Canyon trailhead, hike a rocky
trail through open areas and a grove of large trees, to a point near some Indian grinding holes beyond the dam.
Dave Fraser, 818-2434.
April 22, Thursday - Early Bird Energizing Constitutionals (EBEC) [C/5-7mi/200-300’/$0-1/7:30am]
Hike for a couple of hours on nearby Jeep roads/trails/paths or in CSPark. Departing location will be
provided at time of phone registration. Occasionally, light bushwhacks and exploratory tangents may be
involved. Gaston Meloche, 638-5404.
April 22, Thursday - Walk-in-the-Park [D/4mi/200’/$1/8am] Hike from the main trailhead
parking lot for an hour in some direction and return the same way. Dorothy Krage, 825-0910.
April 23, Friday - Pima Canyon Short Hike [D/4mi/500’/$1/8am] Park at Pima Canyon trailhead,
hike 2 miles, to a major drainage coming out of a saddle between Pusch Peak and Table Mountain,
and return. Paul Meier, 818-0173.
April 23, Friday – Sausalito Creek [C/7mi/300’/$0/7:30am] Meet at Desert Oasis parking lot, hike mostly on dirt
roads and trails through flats and foothills of Tortolita Mountains. Lunch by windmill in Sausalito Canyon and
return. Mary Stagnitto, 818-3217.
April 24, Saturday – Cargodera Canyon via Canyon Loop [C/6mi/700’/$1/8am] Hike Canyon Loop Trail, then
take the Sutherland Cutoff Trail to Sutherland Trail, brunch on the flat rocks in Cargodera Canyon, and return
by the same route. Dale Knudson, 818-6788.
April 25, Sunday – CSPark’s Hikes - CSP's Best Short Trails [C/6-8mi/300-1600/$1/8am] Leave from the
Equestrian Center. Occasionally, light bushwhacks and exploratory tangents may occur. Call for details. Gaston
Meloche, 638-5404.
April 26, Monday – Sycamore Dam from Molino Basin [C/8mi/1000’/$5/7am] Park at Molino Basin, hike to old
prison camp, to Sycamore Canyon Trail, down to dam for lunch, and return. Lee Bomar, 825-2702.
April 26, Monday – Honeybee Canyon [C/7mi/400’/$0/7:30am] Meet at Mountain View Plaza parking area. Walk
west down Rancho Vistoso Blvd. and take Power Line Road north. Hike jeep road over to Honeybee Canyon.
Go south past the upper dam. In Honeybee Park, take the dam bypass trail south past the lower dam. Cross
Honeybee Wash and return via Lost Coyote Trail and Rancho Vistoso Blvd. Mary Stagnitto, 818-3217.
April 27, Tuesday - Early Bird Energizing Constitutionals (EBEC) [C/5-7mi/200-300’/$0-1/7:30am]
Hike for a couple of hours on nearby Jeep roads/trails/paths or in CSPark. Departing location will be
provided at time of phone registration. Occasionally, light bushwhacks and exploratory tangents may be
involved. Gaston Meloche, 638-5404.
April 27, Tuesday – Sabino Canyon by Moonlight [C/7mi/500’/$3/4:30pm] Hike along road from Visitors' Center
and return. Sneakers okay. Bring flashlight but don’t plan to use it. Dinner at Schlomo and Vito's. Larry Klein,
825-7535.
April 28, Wednesday - Walk-in-the-Park [D/4mi/200’/$1/8am] Hike from the main trailhead
parking lot for an hour in some direction and return the same way. Dorothy Krage, 825-0910.
April 28, Wednesday - Romero Pools, Upper [B-/7mi/1600’/$1/8am] Hike Romero Canyon Trail to upper pools
and return by the same route. The Esparza's, 825-8271.
April 29, Thursday - Catalina State Park Hike [C/5mi/300'/$1/7:30am] Hike Medium loop in Catalina State Park.
Gaston Meloche, 638-5404.
April 30, Friday- Tohono Chul Park [D/3mi/0’/$1/8:30am] Hike several trails that meander through this 48-acre
natural desert park, exploring a variety of desert plants, to the Tearoom for refreshments, then on to view latest
exhibits in the Gallery and Exhibit Hall. Limit, 20 persons. Paul Meier, 818-0173.
Rock. Be prepared for St Patrick Day Tales, etc. Bring your favorite Irish yarn, song or other blarney. Think
green, but not green beer. Christa and Michael Lubatkin, 825-6872.
March 18, Thursday- Early Bird Energizing Constitutionals (EBEC) [C/5-7mi/200-300’/$0-1/7:30am] Hike for a
couple of hours on nearby Jeep roads/trails/paths or in CSPark. Departing location will be provided at time of
phone registration. Occasionally, light bushwhacks and exploratory tangents may be involved. Gaston Meloche,
638-5404.
March 18, Thursday- Honeybee Canyon [C/7mi/400’/$0/7:30am] Meet at Mountain View Plaza parking area.
Walk west down Rancho Vistoso Blvd. and take Power Line Road north. Hike jeep road over to Honeybee
Canyon. Go south past the upper dam. In Honeybee Park, take the dam bypass trail south past the lower dam.
Cross Honeybee Wash and return via Lost Coyote Trail and Rancho Vistoso Blvd. Mary Stagnitto, 818-3217.
March 18, Thursday- Walk-in-the-Park [D/4mi/200’/$1/8am] Hike from the main trailhead
parking lot for an hour in some direction and return the same way. Dorothy Krage, 825-0910.
March 19, Friday – Alamo Canyon [D/4mi/300’/$1/8am] Hike “Lilo’s Trail” to the falls and return. Trail starts
back of the bench on the Southeast bend of the Birding Trail, goes to Alamo Canyon Falls (South) and returns
via the Southwest side and below Romero Ruins trail. Paul Meier, 818-0173.
March 19, Friday – Wasson Peak via Hugh Norris Trail [B/10mi/2100’/$3/8am] Park at trailhead on Hohokam
Road, hike a gradual climb on a ridge to the highest peak in the Tucsonm Mountains. Spectacular views. The
Esparza's, 825-8271.
March 20, Saturday - Cargodera Canyon via Canyon Loop [C/6mi/700’/$1/8am] Hike Canyon
Loop trail, then take the Sutherland Cutoff Trail to Sutherland Trail, brunch on the flat rocks in
Cargodera Canyon, and return by the same route. Dale Knudson, 818-6788.
March 21, Sunday - CSPark’s Hikes - Baby Jesus Trail [C/6-8mi/300-1600/$1/8am] Leave every Sunday from
the main trailhead, if no other location is specified. Occasionally, light bushwhacks and exploratory tangents
may occur. Call for details. Gaston Meloche, 638-5404.
March 22, Monday - Sycamore Canyon to Hutch’s Pool and Return [B/15mi/2600'/$5/6am] Park at old prison
camp, to Sycamore Canyon, to East Fork, down to Sabino Basin, on to Hutch’s Pool, and return to parking lot.
Lee Bomar, 825-2702.
March 22, Monday - Three Peaks [C/6mi/900’/$7/7am] Park at Palisade Ranger station, climb 400' to a saddle,
up to Bigelow Mountain lookout. [8550'], down to Palisade Rock, back over to saddle, up to top of Kellogg
Mountain [8300'], along Incinerator Ridge to a viewpoint toward Barnum Rock and Peck Basin for a premier view
and lunch. Start, 8000'. Marj Flory, 825-4580.
March 23, Tuesday - Early Bird Energizing Constitutionals (EBEC) [C/5-7mi/200-300’/$0-1/7:30am] Hike for a
couple of hours on nearby Jeep roads/trails/paths or in CSPark. Departing location will be provided at time of
phone registration. Occasionally, light bushwhacks and exploratory tangents may be involved. Gaston Meloche,
638-5404.
March 23, Tuesday - Blackett's Ridge [B/6mi/1800’/$3/8am] Hike Phoneline Trail to Blackett's Ridge Trail which
is very steep, then a gradual, persistent climb to one of Tucson’s premier views. Terry McFadden, 825-3089.
March 23, Tuesday - Paseo de la Ciudad [D/3mi/0’/$2/8:30am] Visit historic sites downtown. Learn how Tucson
was founded, who Hugo O'Conor was, where Wyatt Earp killed Frank Stillwell, how John Dillinger was captured,
what the Owls Club was, and why a Mormon Battalion was here. Tour ends with lunch at a downtown restaurant.
Limited to 20 participants, so call early. Bob Cratty, 825-0157.
March 24, Wednesday - Canyon Loop/Sutherland/50-year trail “Big Loop” [B/9mi/600’/$1/7:30am] We follow an
old Jeep trail to link with lower half of 50-year trail and return to Equestrian Center. Then back to main trailhead
on Big Sand Wash and Bridle trails. Dave Fraser, 818-2434.
March 24, Wednesday - Blackett's Ridge [B/6mi/1800’/$3/8am] Hike Phoneline Trail to Blackett's Ridge Trail
which is very steep, then a gradual, persistent climb to one of Tucson’s premier views. Christa and Michael
Lubatkin, 825-6872.
March 24, Wednesday - Walk-in-the-Park [D/4mi/200’/$1/8am] Hike from the main trailhead
parking lot for an hour in some direction and return the same way. Dorothy Krage, 825-0910.
March 25, Thursday - Early Bird Energizing Constitutionals (EBEC) [C/5-7mi/200-300’/$0-1/7:30am]
Hike for a couple of hours on nearby Jeep roads/trails/paths or in CSPark. Departing location will be
provided at time of phone registration. Occasionally, light bushwhacks and exploratory tangents may be
involved. Gaston Meloche, 638-5404.
March 25, Thursday - Nature Trailings, Great Desert Circle Walk. [D/3mi/100’/$0/8am] Meet at Desert Oasis
parking lot, walk toward Tortolita Mountains, from Desert Glen between Alamo Canyon and Royal Ridge Drives.
We loop back to start point. A slow, easy hike all can enjoy. Paul Meier, 818-0173.
March 26, Friday – Upper Javalina/ Cochie Trail [B+/12mi/1600’/$2/7am] Park at Dove Mt. trailhead and take
Wild Burro trail to Upper javalina trail. Follow Upper Javalina Trail to Cochie Trail and take Cochie Trail
approximately 3 miles return to Upper Javalina Trail and continue on remaining Upper Javalina. Follow Street to
Dove Mt Trailhead. Max Haegele, 818-9178.
March 26, Friday - Chalk Creek Wash Ramble [C/6mi/400’/$0/7:30am] Meet at Desert Oasis parking lot.
Walk up Chalk Creek Wash approximately 2 miles, then bushwhack west to jeep roadand return to
Desert Oasis. Mary Stagnitto, 818-3217.
March 27, Saturday – Fifty-Year/Bluff Trail Loop [C/7mi/400'/$1/8am] Park at Equestrian Center and take the
50-year trail through gate at the north end of the park. Take a right and follow trail on top of bluffs until
intersecting with a jeep trail, which is the 50-Year Trail, and take it back to Equestrian Center. Dale Knudson,
818-6788.
March 28, Sunday - CSPark’s Hikes - Catalina's Medium Loop[C/6-8mi/300-1600/$1/8am] Leave from the
Equestrian Center. Occasionally, light bushwhacks and exploratory tangents may occur. Call for details. Gaston
Meloche, 638-5404.
March 29, Monday – Vault Mine Trail Loop Via Carrie Nation Mine [B/7mi/2000'/$7/6am] Park at Roundup
parking lot, hike up Vault Mine Trail, out Aqua Caliente Trail to a little used trail that connects to the Carrie
Nation Mine Trail at the old mine. Continue on to intersect with the Vault Mine Trail and back to Roundup via the
last part of the Old Baldy Trail. Lee Bomar, 825-2702.
March 29, Monday – Honeybee Canyon Via Lost Coyote Trail [D/4mi/200’/$0/7:30am] Meet at Mountain View
Plaza parking lot, hike Ranch Vistoso Blvd and take Lost Coyote Trail to Honeybee Canyon. The dam bypass
trail starts to your left right after going through the fence. Take the dam bypass trail north past the lower dam to
Honeybee Park, and return via Rancho Vistoso Blvd. Mary Stagnitto, 818-3217.
March 29, Monday – Rillito River Walk from 1st Avenue west for 2 to 3 miles and return. [D+/5mi/0'/$1/4pm]
Early dinner at Sweet Tomato’s, then walk. Hiking Boots not needed for this one. Larry Klein, 825-7535.
March 30, Tuesday – Early Bird Energizing Constitutionals (EBEC) [C/5-7mi/200-300’/$0-1/7:30am]
Hike for a couple of hours on nearby Jeep roads/trails/paths or in CSPark. Departing location will be
provided at time of phone registration. Occasionally, light bushwhacks and exploratory tangents may be
involved. Gaston Meloche, 638-5404.
March 30, Tuesday - Romero Pools, Upper [B-/7mi/1600’/$1/8am] Hike Romero Canyon Trail to upper pools
and return by the same route. Terry McFadden, 825-3089.
March 31, Wednesday - Fifty Year Trail, North End. [C/8mi/1000’/$1/7:30am] Park at end of the paved part of
Golder Ranch Road. A loop hike. Millie Sparling, 825-0091.
April 1, Thursday - Early Bird Energizing Constitutionals (EBEC) [C/5-7mi/200-300’/$0-1/7:30am]
Hike for a couple of hours on nearby Jeep roads/trails/paths or in CSPark. Departing location will be
provided at time of phone registration. Occasionally, light bushwhacks and exploratory tangents may be
involved. Gaston Meloche, 638-5404.
April 1, Thursday - Romero Spring [B/10mi/2200’/$1/7:30am] Hike Romero Canyon trail 2 miles past Romero
Pools to Romero Springs in a very scenic section of the canyon. Return by the same route. Max Haegele, 818-
9178.
April 1, Thursday - Walk-in-the-Park [D/4mi/200’/$1/8am] Hike from the main trailhead
parking lot for an hour in some direction and return the same way. Dorothy Krage, 825-0910.
April 2, Friday – Tortolita Preserve [C/6mi/300’/$1/8am] Park at the end of the Moore Road
segment west of Dove Mountain Blvd. Hike a 3mi. portion or all of the established desert trail
and return. Paul Meier, 818-0173.
April 2, Friday – Josephine Saddle to McBeth Spring [B/9mi/1900’/$7/7am] Park at Roundup
parking lot, hike Super Trail to saddle, and a level half mile past to McBeth Spring. We return to saddle for
lunch and take same route down to cars. Start, 5400'. The Esparza's, 825-8271.
3, Saturday Pima Canyon Dam [C/7mi/1100’/$1/8am] Park at Pima Canyon trailhead,
hike a rocky trail through open areas and a grove of large trees, to a point near some Indian
grinding holes beyond the dam. Dale Knudson, 818-6788.
April 4, Sunday - CSPark’s Hikes - Stock Tank Long Loop [C/6-8mi/300-1600/$1/8am] Leave from the
Equestrian Center. Occasionally, light bushwhacks and exploratory tangents may occur. Call for details.
Gaston Meloche, 638-5404.
April 5, Monday - Florida Saddle [A/10mi/3900’/$7/6am] A very steep and persistent climb from the
Experimental Range Headquarters to Florida Saddle, via a beautiful canyon, open hillsides, and a thick forest.
Lee Bomar, 825-2702.
April 5, Monday - Dutchman/Bluff Springs Loop [B/9mi/1260’/$14/6:30am] This loop route skirts the base of the
Superstition Mountains passing a variety of pleasant and, possibly, poppy/lupine-covered vistas across open
desert country and then climbs over Miners Summit and drops back into the backcountry. From the Peralta
trailhead, we follow the Dutchman trail passing beneath Miners Needle to Miners Canyon. We meander up a
rocky area to Miners Summit where we continue on the Dutchman trail and descend into a tributary of Bluff
Spring Canyon. We then cross a wash [most probably dry] and meet the Bluff Spring trail. We follow the Bluff
Spring trail past the Terrapin trail for the remainder of the rather steep downhill 2.3 miles back to the trailhead.
Millie Sparling, 825-0091.
April 6, Tuesday - Early Bird Energizing Constitutionals (EBEC) [C/5-7mi/200-300’/$0-1/7:30am]
Hike for a couple of hours on nearby Jeep roads/trails/paths or in CSPark. Departing location will be
provided at time of phone registration. Occasionally, light bushwhacks and exploratory tangents may be
involved. Gaston Meloche, 638-5404.
April 6, Tuesday - New Member Orientation Hike [D/3mi/200’/$1/8am] A prerequisite hike for joining Vistoso
Hiking Club. Hike on Canyon Loop Trail, a short distance up Sutherland Cutoff Trail, and back. There is an
orientation talk afterwards. Meet at the golf course parking lot. Dave Fraser, 818-2434.
April 6, Tuesday - Big Wash East Side [C/6mi/0’/$0/7:30am] Meet at Catalina Vista parking lot, Cross the wash,
hike north and look for our feathered and furry friends on the side of the wash. Mary Stagnitto, 818-3217.
April 7, Wednesday - Gardner Canyon to Kentucky Camp [C/8mi/800’/$7/7am] Trail skirts the East side of the
Santa Ritas through historic mining country to a 1904 mining camp with a number of restored buildings. A key
exchange or shuttle. Start, 5300'. Larry Klein, 825-7535.
April 7, Wednesday - Walk-in-the-Park [D/4mi/200’/$1/8am] Hike from the main trailhead
parking lot for an hour in some direction and return the same way. Dorothy Krage, 825-0910.
April 8, Thursday - Canyon Loop/Sutherland/50-year trail “Big Loop” [B/9mi/600’/$1/7:30am]
We follow an old Jeep trail to link with lower half of 50-year trail and return to Equestrian Center.
Then back to main trailhead on Big Sand Wash and Bridle trails. Gaston Meloche, 638-5404.
April 8, Thursday - Aravaipa Canyon Wilderness West [B/8 to 10 miles depending on the group/200’/$8/7am]
This pristine wilderness is a walk on the wild side; no trails, no signs; no facilities. It includes stream crossings
that can be up to waist deep. Entrance by permit; $5 per day; limited to ten persons. Start at 2630'. Bring
wading shoes plus extra shoes, socks, a towel and plastic bags. Dinner at Mexican Restaurant in Mammoth.
Terry McFadden, 825-3089.
April 9, Friday - Wild Mustang Trail / Alamo Springs Loop [B/12mi/2200’/$2/7am]
From Dove Mt. Trailhead take Wild Burro Canyon Trail to the Upper Javalina Trail, then up the mountain
to Wild Mustang Trail. Continue on Wild Mustang Trail to Alamo Springs and return via Alamo Springs Trail.
Max Haegele, 818-9178.
April 9, Friday – Rillito River Walk [D/ 4mi/50'/$2/9am] Carpool to Children's Memorial Park. Walk two miles
east and return. Lunch at Sweet Tomatoes. Paul Meier, 818-0173.
April 10, Saturday - Walter’s Cascade [C/5mi/800’/$1/8am] Park at the picnic area on the left after crossing the
wash. Hike back down the road, then SE through the wash and up into the foothills to a special place beside the
drainage. Dale Knudson, 818-6788.
April 10, Saturday - Wine/Cheese/Annual Meeting in the Native American rooms in the Social Hall from 2-5 PM.
Don Bender, 818-1009.
April 11, Sunday - CSPark’s Hikes - Bluffs and 50-Year Trail [C/6-8mi/300-1600/$1/8am] Leave from the
Equestrian Center. Occasionally, light bushwhacks and exploratory tangents may occur. Hike Bluffs and 50-year
Hike. Call for details. Gaston Meloche, 638-5404.
April 12, Monday - Super Trail to Riley Saddle [B/12mi/2600’/$7/6am] Hike Super trail to Josephine Saddle and
continue to Riley Saddle. Those who want a shorter hike can stop and wait at Josephine Saddle. Start, 5400.
Lee Bomar, 825-2702.
April 13, Tuesday - Payson, AZ trip Contact Dave Fraser at 818-2434 for more information.
April 14, Wednesday - Payson, AZ trip Contact Dave Fraser at 818-2434 for more information.
April 14, Wednesday - Walk-in-the-Park [D/4mi/200’/$1/8am] Hike from the main trailhead
parking lot for an hour in some direction and return the same way. Dorothy Krage, 825-0910.
April 15, Thursday - Payson, AZ trip Contact Dave Fraser at 818-2434 for more information.
April 15, Thursday – Big Wash and Bluffs [C/6mi/100’/$0/7:30am] Meet at Catalina Vista parking lot. Technically
a bushwhack, this hike is in the wash or follows animal trails on the bluffs. There are excellent vistas. Mary
Stagnitto, 818-3217.
April 15, Thursday - Romero Pools, Upper [B-/7mi/1600’/$1/8am] Hike Romero Canyon Trail to upper pools
and return by the same route. Gaston Meloche, 638-5404.
April 16, Friday - Seven Falls [C/8mi/900’/$3/8am] Hike to lower Bear Canyon, take Bear Canyon Trail to Seven
Falls and return. Dale Knudson, 818-6788.
April 17, Saturday – Walter’s Stock Tank Loop [C/6mi/800'/$1/8am] Park at the picnic area on
left after crossing the wash. Hike back down the road then SE through the wash and up into the
foothills.Instead of turning left to go to Walter's Cascade, continue straight until you reach stock
tanks. Return same way. Dale Knudson, 818-6788.
April 18, Sunday - CSPark’s Hikes - Alamo Canyon and West Ridges [C/6-8mi/300-1600/$1/8am] Leave from
the Equestrian Center. Occasionally, light bushwhacks and exploratory tangents may occur. Call for details.
Gaston Meloche, 638-5404.
April 19, Monday - Mount Wrightson via Old Baldy Trail [A/12mi/4000’/$7/6am] Park at Roundup parking lot
and hike shortest route to top [9453']. Start, 5400'. Lee Bomar, 825-2702.
April 19, Monday - Three Peaks [C/6mi/900’/$7/7am] Park at Palisade Ranger station, climb 400' to a saddle,
up to Bigelow Mountain lookout. [8550'], down to Palisade Rock, back over to saddle, up to top of Kellogg
Mountain [8300'], along Incinerator Ridge to a viewpoint toward Barnum Rock and Peck Basin for a premier view
and lunch. Start, 8000'. Marj Flory, 825-4580.
April 20, Tuesday - Walter’s Cascade/Stock Tank Loop [C/9mi/1000’/$1/7:30am] Park at the picnic area on the
left after crossing the wash. Hike back down the road, then SE through the wash and up into the foothills.Instead
of turning left to go to Walter's Cascade, continue straight until you reach stock tanks. On the way back, take a
right turn at the cairn for the trail to Walter’s Cascade and return. Gaston Meloche, 638-5404.
April 21, Wednesday - Golden Gate Trail and Saguaro National Park West [C/7mi/900’/$3/7am]
Hike from parking lot just west of Gates Pass, up David Yetman Trail and take Golden Gate Loop.
Larry Klein, 825-7535.
April 22, Thursday - Pima Canyon Dam [C/7mi/1100’/$1/7:30am] Park at Pima Canyon trailhead, hike a rocky
trail through open areas and a grove of large trees, to a point near some Indian grinding holes beyond the dam.
Dave Fraser, 818-2434.
April 22, Thursday - Early Bird Energizing Constitutionals (EBEC) [C/5-7mi/200-300’/$0-1/7:30am]
Hike for a couple of hours on nearby Jeep roads/trails/paths or in CSPark. Departing location will be
provided at time of phone registration. Occasionally, light bushwhacks and exploratory tangents may be
involved. Gaston Meloche, 638-5404.
April 22, Thursday - Walk-in-the-Park [D/4mi/200’/$1/8am] Hike from the main trailhead
parking lot for an hour in some direction and return the same way. Dorothy Krage, 825-0910.
April 23, Friday - Pima Canyon Short Hike [D/4mi/500’/$1/8am] Park at Pima Canyon trailhead,
hike 2 miles, to a major drainage coming out of a saddle between Pusch Peak and Table Mountain,
and return. Paul Meier, 818-0173.
April 23, Friday – Sausalito Creek [C/7mi/300’/$0/7:30am] Meet at Desert Oasis parking lot, hike mostly on dirt
roads and trails through flats and foothills of Tortolita Mountains. Lunch by windmill in Sausalito Canyon and
return. Mary Stagnitto, 818-3217.
April 24, Saturday – Cargodera Canyon via Canyon Loop [C/6mi/700’/$1/8am] Hike Canyon Loop Trail, then
take the Sutherland Cutoff Trail to Sutherland Trail, brunch on the flat rocks in Cargodera Canyon, and return
by the same route. Dale Knudson, 818-6788.
April 25, Sunday – CSPark’s Hikes - CSP's Best Short Trails [C/6-8mi/300-1600/$1/8am] Leave from the
Equestrian Center. Occasionally, light bushwhacks and exploratory tangents may occur. Call for details. Gaston
Meloche, 638-5404.
April 26, Monday – Sycamore Dam from Molino Basin [C/8mi/1000’/$5/7am] Park at Molino Basin, hike to old
prison camp, to Sycamore Canyon Trail, down to dam for lunch, and return. Lee Bomar, 825-2702.
April 26, Monday – Honeybee Canyon [C/7mi/400’/$0/7:30am] Meet at Mountain View Plaza parking area. Walk
west down Rancho Vistoso Blvd. and take Power Line Road north. Hike jeep road over to Honeybee Canyon.
Go south past the upper dam. In Honeybee Park, take the dam bypass trail south past the lower dam. Cross
Honeybee Wash and return via Lost Coyote Trail and Rancho Vistoso Blvd. Mary Stagnitto, 818-3217.
April 27, Tuesday - Early Bird Energizing Constitutionals (EBEC) [C/5-7mi/200-300’/$0-1/7:30am]
Hike for a couple of hours on nearby Jeep roads/trails/paths or in CSPark. Departing location will be
provided at time of phone registration. Occasionally, light bushwhacks and exploratory tangents may be
involved. Gaston Meloche, 638-5404.
April 27, Tuesday – Sabino Canyon by Moonlight [C/7mi/500’/$3/4:30pm] Hike along road from Visitors' Center
and return. Sneakers okay. Bring flashlight but don’t plan to use it. Dinner at Schlomo and Vito's. Larry Klein,
825-7535.
April 28, Wednesday - Walk-in-the-Park [D/4mi/200’/$1/8am] Hike from the main trailhead
parking lot for an hour in some direction and return the same way. Dorothy Krage, 825-0910.
April 28, Wednesday - Romero Pools, Upper [B-/7mi/1600’/$1/8am] Hike Romero Canyon Trail to upper pools
and return by the same route. The Esparza's, 825-8271.
April 29, Thursday - Catalina State Park Hike [C/5mi/300'/$1/7:30am] Hike Medium loop in Catalina State Park.
Gaston Meloche, 638-5404.
April 30, Friday- Tohono Chul Park [D/3mi/0’/$1/8:30am] Hike several trails that meander through this 48-acre
natural desert park, exploring a variety of desert plants, to the Tearoom for refreshments, then on to view latest
exhibits in the Gallery and Exhibit Hall. Limit, 20 persons. Paul Meier, 818-0173.