@big_load Definitely the lack of clean water on trail and some water sources are so dirty that the thought of drinking it, all be it filtered and purified, makes you think dehydration may not be such a bad experience. Drinking from a scummy pond where cows have crapped and slobbered in and often de...

Hi, looking for a hiking buddy to start nobo thru hike in March. I am 55 and am a slow hiker but can hike 10-15 miles a day, terrain depending. Message me and we can plan.

Hiking Az Trail Cedar Ranch to Schulz Pass this weekend and I am looking for a friend. Planning to start this weekend and hike for 3 days- flexible starting Sat or Sun. Semi-retired, 55 and I am slow but can do 10-13 miles per day. PM me if interested.

@Preacher
Hi,
Also looking for trail partner(s) for sections south of I10 to Mexico, when are you going, I am interested.

Hiking buddy found,
I am on section 32 this weekend - in Flagstaff area I40 to Schultz Pass approx 14 miles. If interested, please reply. TenaciousD

@didjapelli
Hi, I am planning the trail in mid March and am looking for a buddy to hike with and thought maybe you might be interested; if so, let me know.

Anyone looking to hit the Az Trail mid March 2016 and looking for a hiking buddy? Hoping to find someone soon so we can plan and meet before Trail time. Private Message me if interested.

Planning a mid March start for a thru hike nobo and looking for a hiking buddy. I am a 54yo and semi-retired.