The Wednesday Oct 5 edition of the Lake Powell Chronicle has an article stating that the Coconino Co. sheriff's dept is searching for Justin Brian Hall who is missing. He is described in the notice as "a highly experienced outdoorsman, avid hiker and rock climbing enthusiast". I just saw t...

Had a coworker quit so can't make it. Sorry. Very bummed.

No experience with the trail, but have really been wanting to go, just unsure of my work sched right now.

Yeay, thanks for all of the suggestions. Probably isn't a good idea to go alone. When it cools down will post to see if anyone is up for any of the above.

Pagebob, I saw your write up on that one where you say it's for experienced hikers only, that sort of scared me off. Are you still in Page? Looking to do this one any time soon?

Originally from North Carolina, I've done lots of hiking, but not used to scrambling. Did Cathedral Wash with no problem, looking for something more challenging but I can still do solo. Prefer Northern Arizona or Southern Utah. Average fitness. Any suggestions?

Thanks, AZ

Thanks, guys, these both look like good prospects.

I'm new to AZ and would like to start backpacking again. I've been away from it for 4 yrs due to injuries to neck, back and sternum (breastbone). I've been taking a day pack with extra stuff in it on all my hikes and doing okay. Just looking for a relatively easy, short route to start.

Would love to explore Chaco, pretty sure I'll have the days off.