This is just a little note to say that I have never had to pay $150.00 or anywhere near that to have a shuttle. I boat this river at least 3 times a year. The stretch from Beasley to Childs generally runs about $45.00 per vehicle. From Childs to the Sheep Bridge I think we pay about $65.00. We've be...

Everyone here seems so athletic, and ambitious. I just wish I could find the time to do the things I like to do. I can't even go for a walk around my block without it being a hassle (too many commitments). My first love is caving though, second is kayaking (inflatable Aire) the Verde. Other than the...

I think the clean up idea is good, only I can rarely get out. I did, however, clean up along Fossil Creek between the power plants this past weekend. I pretty much encountered the same thing. What I would have done in your situation, would have been similar. Knowing my personality, I probably would ...

There were a few comments about Fossil Springs, Fossil Creek, and Childs. There are going to be a lot of changes in that entire area come the year 2004. There are a few projects that are coming together all at the same time. APS will be returning the "rights" of the power plant and the lan...

Thank you for your suggestions. I've been to Fossil Springs countless times. I go there about 4-5 times a year...but, I've never done it with children. As I think I stated, my oldest is not quite 3 years, and my youngest is only 8 months. I'm not sure if I can handle all of my gear plus two girls on...

I'm extremely ancy to go backpacking again...the last time was 8 months ago when I was one week away from birthing my youngest daughter. Does anyone have any suggestions for places to go where I could take an 8 month old and an almost three year old? I do most of my backpacking by myself, so this ti...

Hiking the West entrance to Aravaipa I've come across a few nude campers. Heck, I've done nude kayaking before (pretty interesting), and I'm surprised I didn't get caught at Fossil Springs in January (when my current baby was conceived). :lol: I don't think I've ever been to the Verde Hot Springs an...

Hello. I'm new to these boards. I thought I'd give my opinion. I think it depends on which entrance you're coming in from. I always prefer to hike in wool socks (or like synthetic materials) and hiking boots, but that's just my preferance. The wool is because it generally pulls the moisture away fro...