Well, the hike with Dad was awesome. It was a cold New England Winter day, minus the snow. We hiked in Newton, CT. around Lake Zoar. There were pleanty of small streams to cross, and an amazing waterfall. We went about 6 miles in all. It was a quiet day, save for the numerous hunters all around us w...

As I look back at the last few days/week, and some of the heated discussions that have popped up, along with some feelings being hurt, I think of why I started this hobby......My Dad. When I was a little kid, my dad would take my brother and I up to New Hampshire to climb Mount Monadnock (the most c...

In response to Abe's reply: I too beleive in the spirit of the law, i.e., What it means, not what it says. As for Whoopitup's comment, there was a previous message about the ARS and what you can and can not show. It has all the nice PC words. And she is right, "What is offensive?" Again, a crime ne...

In response to Sredfield's reply: I have not heard of such. Usually they would work together on something, so as not to step on toes. the mix works well sometimes, and at others it does not. And Rodney is right. Be very careful when trying a cops buttons. What some officers find funny and sarcastic...

From a "Cop" point of view: People/citizens always like to PUSH the proverbial envelope where law is concerned. They "Know" their rights. In this case, I would not try to find out if the statute applies. If it is posted there, it means that there is where it applies. Hey, it's a free country, if som...

A M A Z I N G.

When I sit and ponder why I have set up camp in AZ as opposed to New England, the sunsets are a major factor. They make everything alright. Good eye.

In response to bzachar's reply: Samantha, based on the numbers. If there is a fight, Samantha has Tabitha and that wicked Ole mother of hers. Three on one, the numbers say it all. However, Jeannie's husband is in the Military, so you would have to factor that in as well. Now we have a totally new t...

I'm going to go Polka, based solely on John Candy's role in Home Alone.

In response to pfredricks' reply: That was GREAT!!!! People (not everyone), learn from pfredricks. Gosh there is so much out there to "really" be upset with. name calling, and the correct placement (or incorrect placement) of a few nouns, verbs, adverbs, etc., should follow right along with the ole...

OK, so according to the author page, 5 more hikes moves me from #113 to the top 50. Also, I find that leaving the writing to those with the proper vernacular is better. I tend to be, shall we say, Cro-magnon in my writing style, which would leave those whose eyes fall upon my dossier a bit dissatisf...

In response to Daryl's reply:

Thank you very much for doing that. that is the one I spoke of. Sounds like it will be a nice addition to the already grand array of trails we have.

There is(was) a great article about the proposed/beginning stages of the new 221 mile Maricopa Trail. it is to be an arch from the White Tanks through the Anthem area and down to Cave Creek. the article is in the Az Republic today 11-17-03, the Editorial section. if you do not have the paper, i will...

Oh, I think I will be burning a sick, I mean, vacation day tomorrow, and go exploring.

Thank you for the info.

Can anyone tell me, or others who are interested, what the status is on hiking in Tucson. I was wondering if the fires from this past year have made any of the trails close down, or burned to the point that there is nothing to see. I just don't want to hike in an area that should be left alone for r...

I have had the same pair of TEVA's for some time, and they are awesome. I even play golf in them. Nothing like kicking them of for a few minutes while putting on a nice soft cut green. I have not hiked in them, though. When I get to the hikes that require many creek crossings, I will now utilize the...

There's nothing like closure where the family is concerned. Since public service is my thing, I would help if is that important to you. loving my job is two fold. I love getting to wear the uniform, and I get to unselfishly help those around me who are in need. And as Daryl said, It does sound inter...

I saw the velevet ant in pictures and was not convinced. Then Matt Gilbert sent me an address with a picture of a 'red' velvet ant, and this was it. the back legs are in the middle of the body, and they had the ability to cling like nothing else I've seen. I am glad this forum works. I have met good...

I looked at the harvester ant and velvet ant. It was definately the red velvet ant. I could not mistake that body coloring, and the positioning of the legs on the body. Now that I know, I feel a bit better. Thanks to all that gave me their advice. :D FYI, montezumawell, I did not give the wasp the s...

What about insect bites. I took one on the foot the other day, and I think I may have panicked too quick, and cut the hike short. (Sorry trishness). It looked like it could have been a large red ant, a velvet ant or even a black widow. I know, I know, the black widow probability is far fetched, but ...