Walks for All

Walk Into Fall, Make a Difference Day, Walk the Walk
from Jack Welch

FRIDAY 23 OCTOBER
Walk Into Fall
Start Location: Peaks Ranger Station
Time: 9:00 AM
About 3.5 miles of walking as we explore the lower half of Fatman's Loop and the Christmas Tree Trail.
Everybody Welcome! Please do bring a friend!

SATURDAY 24 OCTOBER
Make A Difference Day
Clean up/Rio de Flag
Start Location: Footbridge in Wheeler Park
Time: 9:00 AM
Pick up trash along the Rio de Flag from City Hall to the Francis Short Pond
Bring a lunch

SUNDAY 25 OCTOBER - Walk the second half of the Highland Trail
Walk The Walk
Highland Trail - Kachina Wetlands half
Start Location: Raymond County Park
We'll convoy from there over to the Wetlands parking area
Time: 3:00 PM 3:00 PM
About 6 miles (I'm not kidding) on this out and back route that will take us
from the Wetlands down to the gate on Highway 89A and back. Hopefully we
will have time left to walk over to the lake and see how the ducks are doing.

TUESDAY 27 OCTOBER
Walk Into Fall
Start Location: Adult Center
Time: 9:00 AM
About 3 total miles of walking in and around the surrounding neighborhood
Fast and Slow Pace
Bring a Friend

Coool Walkin's

from Jack Welch

THURSDAY 15 OCTOBER

Flagstaff 15 Minute Makeover - Second Annual

Start Location: Outside the door of what ever location you happen to be occupying

Time: 10:15 AM

Just carry a litter bag outside any door you happen to be near and pick up all the trash you can in 15 minutes

Please register to participate at: www.Flagstaff.az.gov/15

or

Call Tom Boughner at: 213 3607

There will be a drawing for some nice prizes - but you must register to win anything!

Let's break last year's record of over 4,000 participants!

FRIDAY 16 OCTOBER

Walk Into Fall

Start Location: Peaks Ranger Station across from Marketplace Drive at the Flagstaff Mall

Time: 9:00 AM

About 3 total miles of walking

SATURDAY 17 OCTOBER

Flag Biking Trail Work Day

Check out the Flag Biking web site for details

Ft Valley Trail System (Off Schultz Pass Road)

Time: 8:14 5 AM

SATURDAY 17 OCTOBER

Walk The Walk

New McMillan Mesa FUTS

Start Location: Buffalo Park

Time: 3:00 PM

About 4 total miles of walking on the newly constructed FUTS on

McMillan Mesa. Expect a few hills

SUNDAY 18 OCTOBER

Walk The Walk

First Half of the Highland Trail (Ft Tuthill to Kachina Wetlands) hike

Start Location: Cochise Ramada next to the Tennis Courts at Ft Tuthill

Time: 3:00 PM

About 6 total miles of a loop that will begin at the Cochise Ramada - access

the Highland Trail down to the gate at Highway 89a and then finish the loop

back to the Cochise Ramada. Expect a few hills.

The second half of the Highland Trail (Raymond Park to Highway 89A) will be hiked on

Sunday 25 October with a start at Raymond County Park at 3:00 PM

TUESDAY 20 OCTOBER (morning)

Walk Into Fall

Start Location: Adult Center

Time: 9:00 AM

About 3 total miles of walking in and around the surrounding neighborhood

Fast and Slow Pace

Everybody Welcome! Please do bring a friend!

TUESDAY 20 OCTOBER (evening)

Discussion of outdoor equipment - Mainly Snow Shoe - With Cuyler Boughner

Location: Adult Center

Time: 6:30 PM

Great opportunity to get some good information on outdoor equipment.

Cuyler is an outstanding source for this kind of knowledge.

I'll bring the store bought cookies!

WEDENSDAY 21 OCTOBER

Flagstaff Trails Talk

P.O.S.T. - Adopt-An-Avenue Information -

Plus the latest on local trails and entry forms to become a part of

the Aerobic Winter Challenge (see below for details)

Location: Adult Center

Time: 6:30 PM

You bring the questions and interest and we'll do our best to

provide the information.

Cookies on had to be eaten!

Everybody Welcome! Please do bring a friend!

I hope to see you all soon!

Jack Welch

IT"S THAT TIME OF YEAR AGAIN - FOR THE COUNTY HEALTH DEPARTMENT

AEROBIC WINTER CHALLENGE.

Do you have trouble doing enough exercise during the winter months? Problems

with sticking to an exercise schedule? Then this is the program for you!

November through February -

A log based program to keep you moving throughout the winter months.

Prizes if you participate.

To get more information attend one of the Adult Center Meetings on

Tuesday 20 October or Wednesday 21 October at 6:30 PM

Don't miss this window of opportunity to get it done this winter. The window

closes on Friday 23 October - last day to register to become a part of one of

our three Scalawag Teams.

Walks for the week

I am putting in just about all of Jack Welch's email- some good info on pedestrian safety issues. Also, the NPS/USFS walks are taking a break until next spring/summer.

Walk the Walk, Walk into Fall, NAMI Walk, Safety Meeting

If you read the Daily Sun on Sunday 4 October you saw a front page article about the most dangerous intersections in Flagstaff - for drivers. Well, it doesn't take a rocket scientist to know if an intersection is dangerous for vehicles then its much more dangerous for pedestrians. The Route 66/4th Street (just north of the Aquaplex Overpass) was listed as the most dangerous in regard to the number of vehicle crashes. Before the overpass and the intersection were being constructed the Pedestrian Advisory Committee showed up at Traffic Commission meetings to ask about the lack of pedestrian refuges in any of the four parts of that intersection. We were not heard in a responsive way and it
appears we were right. The intersection is dangerous!
If you are interested - as I am - as to what can be done to improve this nasty intersection for both vehicles and pedestrians (and bicycle riders!) please attend the Traffic Safety Meeting in Flagstaff Tomorrow evening, Thursday 8 October at 6:00 PM at Flagstaff High School which is located at 400 West Elm Ave
(Off Humphreys) I KNOW I'LL BE THERE!

TRAFFIC SAFETY IN FLAGSTAFF MEETING WITH POLICE
Location: Flagstaff High School
400 West Elm Ave
Time: 6:00 PM
The focus of this meeting will be on traffic enforcement procedures, accident reconstruction
and child safety seat information
Call to register:
Sgt Michael Terrin
556 2300


The following is our schedule from Friday 9 October through Friday 16 October


FRIDAY 9 OCTOBER
Walk Into Fall
Start Location: Peaks Ranger Station across from the Flagstaff Mall
Time: 9:00 AM 9:00 AM
About 3 total miles of walking. This time we'll use the new paved FUTS north on Highway 89 to the Elden
Pueblo. About 3 total miles on this out and back route.
Everybody Welcome! Please do bring a friend!

SATURDAY 10 OCTOBER
NAMI (National Alliance on Mental Illness) Walk
Location: Buffalo Park
Time: 11:00 AM 11:00 AM
I hope a lot of you will show up to join me on this 2 1/2 mile walk in support of this
excellent organization
I'll be there by 10:30 AM

SUNDAY 11 OCTOBER
Scalawag Climb of Mt Humphreys
Start Location: Trailhead in the Snowbowl Parking Lot
Time: 8:00 AM 8:00 AM
What a glorious time to be doing this hike. For those of you not interested in getting to the top the yellow aspen will be just as bright. The Aspen Loop Trail (About 3 total miles) is also available - trailhead next to the Humphreys trailhead.
Don't miss this great time of the year to get outside and do a hike!

TUESDAY 13 OCTOBER
Walk Into Fall
Location: Adult Center
Time: 9:00 AM
About 3 total miles of walking. Fast and Slow pace.
Everybody Welcome! Please do bring a friend

THURSDAY 15 OCTOBER
Flagstaff 15 Minute Makeover
Location: Where ever you happen to be at 10:15 AM in the morning
Time: 10:15 AM
Register and then get outside with a litter bag at 10:15 AM and pick up all the trash you can find!
Register at: www.Flagstaff.az.gov/15 or call 213 3607
If you register you can win prizes!

FRIDAY 16 OCTOBER
Walk Into Fall
Start Location: Peaks Ranger Station
Time: 9:00 AM
About 3 total miles of walking.

Fall Walks

Walk the Walk, Walk into Fall, Festival of Science, Pedestrian Awareness Week

from Jack Welch

FRIDAY 2 OCTOBER (morning)
Walk Into Fall
Meeting Location: Peaks Ranger Station across from the Flagstaff Mall
Time: 9:00 AM 9:00 AM
About 3 total miles of walking.

FRIDAY 2 OCTOBER (EVENING)
Festival of Science
Picture Canyon Presentation
Location: Museum of Northern Arizona
Ft Valley Road
Time: 7:00 PM 7:00 PM
Meet scientist Marie Jackson, Bob Mark, Evelyn Billo and Stephanie Yard to learn more about this remarkable place located just a 1/2 mile for the Flagstaff Mall.
I know I'll be there!

SATURDAY 3 OCTOBER
Science Festival - Walk Into Picture Canyon
Start Location: In front of the El Paso Gas Co entrance
Directions: Going East on East Route 66 (toward Walnut Canyon National Monument)
At new Home Depot Store (On East Route 66) in the new section of the Flagstaff Mall
Going East
At the top of the hill right in front of you look to your left and you will see a sign "Wildcat Waste Water Treatment Plant"
Turn left and follow that paved road to its end in front of the El Paso Gas Company Entrance
Park on the right side of the road and we will meet at the El Paso Entrance
Time: 9:00 AM 9:00 AM
About 5 total miles of walking
I hope you can attend
We need a good turnout for this walk
Expect a few hills

SUNDAY 4 OCTOBER (morning)
Pedestrian Awareness Week
Do a Hike/Ride A Bus
Start Location: Sechrist School on Ft Valley Road
Time: 9:00 AM 9:00 AM
About 2 miles of walking to City Hall to do some food shopping at the Community Market
We'll ride the bus back which can be caught across from City Hall at 11:15
Bring a dollar to ride the bus.
Join Cecile LeBlanc and myself for this fun filled activity

SUNDAY 4 OCTOBER (EVENING)
Science Festival
Moonlight Walk At Buffalo Park
Start Location: Parking Lot at Buffalo Park
Time: 7:00 PM 7:00 PM
A fun walk in Buffalo Park after dark to view the moon and what ever else my friends
Ann and Tony can point out. About 2 total miles of walking.

TUESDAY 6 OCTOBER
Walk Into Fall
Location: Adult Center
Time: 9:00 AM 9:00 AM
A 3 mile walk in and around the surrounding neighborhood
Fast and Slow Pace

Don't stop now, keep walking

WALK THE WALK, WALK INTO FALL, SENIOR GAMES WALK

From Jack Welch

SENIOR GAMES WALK
10K - 6.2 miles
Meet on Saturday 12 September at 7:00 AM at Buffalo Park.
Expect some hills.
Do the 10 K walk in less than two hours and get a beautiful Senior Games Water Bottle plus we will have some modest food at the end and attendance prizes!

Don Carter will lead so bring your fast walker shoes
I will be the last walker for those who would prefer a lower foot speed.

Bring Water and wear suitable shoes. About half and half on pavement and gravel trail.

The Walk is not on the "Official" Entry Form for the Senior Games. It will be there next year if we get a good turnout this year. Just get the registration packet and fill out the entry form. Write "Walk" on the top of the page. There is a $10.00 registration fee to enter the Flagstaff Senior Games.
I hope to see you all there!

FRIDAY 11 SEPTEMBER - Please Read - Change of Venue!
Walk Into Fall
Start Location: Flagstaff Aquaplex located on the corner of 4th Street (just across the bridge)and Huntington.
Time: 8:00 AM
About 3 total miles of walking in and around the surrounding neighborhood.
Everybody Welcome! Please do bring a friend!

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SATURDAY 12 SEPTEMBER 7:00 AM Start
Senior Games 10K Walk
For more information see above!

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SUNDAY 13 SEPTEMBER - Please note the start time!
Walk The Walk
Campbell Mesa - Located on Old Walnut Canyon Road which is off County Club Drive near
the golf driving range.
Time: 4:00 PM 4:00 PM
On really good hill at the beginning but five interesting loops on this wonderful trail system We'll do between 4 and 5 miles

MONDAY 14 SEPTEMBER
Tree walk with Tom Degomez
Start Location: Flagstaff Police Department Parking Lot
911 Sawmill Road
Just east of Willow Bend Environmental Education Center
Time: 9:00 AM 9:00 AM
Between two and 3 miles of walking with stops for discussion about the trees
we will be seeing.Tom Degomez of the NAU Forestry Department will be
the leader and Willow Bend is the sponsoring agent.
I hope to see you all there!

TUESDAY 15 SEPTEMBER (morning)
Walk Into Fall
Start Location: Adult Center
Time: 8:00 AM
About 3 total miles in and around the surrounding neighborhoods

TUESDAY 15 SEPTEMBER (evening)
Trails Talk Meeting
Alaska and the Giant Bears
Location; Adult Center
Time: 6:30 PM 6:30 PM
Collis and Charmain Lovely recently spent some time in Alaska and cam back with some remarkable slides about their adventures at a Grizzly Bear Site.
Please make plans to attend!
I'll bring the store bought cookies!

WEDNESDAY 16 SEPTEMBER
Geo Caching Presentation
Location: Adult Center
Time: 6:30 PM 6:30 PM
Please join Corrie Hannah for some information and instruction (GPS units) about
Geo Caching. Corrie will bring some units for some hands on activities and I'll bring
the store bought cookies.

NPS/ USFS INTERPRETIVE HIKES
From Stephen Hirst

Saturday, September 12, 9 am to 1 pm
Sandys Canyon
Join Steve and Lois Hirst on this five-mile walk to Fisher Point with discussions of volcanism, water resources, and plant life along the bed of Walnut Creek. Go 5.5 miles south on Lake Mary Road to Canyon Vista Campground. Meet at the Sandys Canyon trailhead in the day-use parking at the back of the campground. Difficulty: moderate with 300-foot elevation change. Wear sturdy hiking shoes, and bring water, and lunch. Trekking poles helpful. Call 527-8222 for information.

Saturday, September 12, 3 pm
Nature Walk
Ranger John Westerlund will lead an informative hour-long walk for the whole family on the Dairy Springs Loop Trail. Meet at Dairy Springs amphitheater at 3 pm. Go 20 miles south of Flagstaff on Lake Mary Road to Mormon Lake turnoff. Proceed 3.5 miles to Dairy Springs. Call 526-1157 ext 273 for information.

Let's Keep Moving! More Walks!

WALK THE WALK, County Park Walk Series, Walk Into Fall!
from Jack Welch

FRIDAY 28 AUGUST
County Parks Walk Series
Sawmill Park
Start Location: Police Department Parking Lot
911 Sawmill Road next to the Willow Bend Environmental Education Center
Time: 8:00 AM
About 3 total miles of walking that will include a visit with a Flagstaff Legend - Elson Miles.
His Bicycle Shop - Bici-Mundo is located on Brennan and is a fun place to visit. Elson will tell us a few of his Flagstaff Stories and then we'll finish the walk. I promise we'll be back to the cars by 9:15 AM

SATURDAY 29 AUGUST - Change in details - Please Read!
County Park Walk Series
Raymond County Park
Start Location: Raymond County Park which is located off I-17 at the Kachina Village/Mountainaire Exit. Raymond Park is right on the frontage Road. At the Exit turn right and then right again. The parking lot is around the corner. The Park can be seen from the exit ramp.
Time: 8:00 AM
We will gather at Raymond Park and then convoy over to the Pumphouse Wash Trailhead (about a mile away). Giving directions would be difficult. Our walk will be about 3 total miles on the Pumphouse Wash Trail where I have never been.

SUNDAY 30 AUGUST
County Parks Walk Series
Peaks View County Park:
Location: In Doney Park. Make a right onto Silver Saddle Road (from 89a - past Townsend-Winona)And another right at the stop sign. Peaks View is behind the Summit Fire Station
Time: 8:00 AM
About 3 total miles of walking as we take a look of the Rio de Flag where it runs through Doney Park.

TUESDAY 1 SEPTEMBER 2009
Walk Into Fall
Start Location: Adult Center
Time: 8:00 AM
About 3 total miles of walking. Fast and Slow Pace
Everybody Welcome! Please do bring a friend!

INTERPRETIVE HIKES
from Stephen Hirst

Thursday, August 27, 7 am to noon
AZ Trail: Marshall Lake to Canyon Vista
Join rangers Jane Jackson and Judi Irons for a car-shuttle through hike. Go 5.5 miles south on Lake Mary Road to Canyon Vista Campground and meet at the parking area at the back of the campground. After stationing cars at both ends, the hike will begin at Marshall Lake and lead through forested views across Anderson Mesa down to a shaded lunch stop along the dry bed of Walnut Creek and then up Sandy's Canyon to finish at Canyon Vista. Bring hiking boots, plenty of water, and lunch. Difficulty: moderate with one long, rocky downhill and a few good uphills. Participate by reservation only. Call 527-8222 by August 25 to reserve a spot and indicate how many passengers you can carry.

Saturday, August 29, 9 to 11 am
Pull It? But... It's Pretty
Join ranger Judi Irons for an easy nature walk along Little Elden Springs Trail to learn about invasive plants and benefit the forest by pulling them out. Bring gloves, water, and snack. Bags will be available. Go north 9 miles on Hwy 89 past Townsend-Winona Road and turn left on FR 556 (Elden Spring Road). Go 2.5 miles to Little Elden Springs Trailhead on the right (not the Horse Camp). Call 527-8222 for information.

Saturday, August 29, 9 am to noon
The Cursed Incline
Climb Flagstaff Lumber Co.'s ill-fated railroad incline up Anderson Mesa with rangers Steve and Lois Hirst. Hear from the horse's mouth about the shipwrecked log train, the Walnut Canyon bridge collapse, and the fireman's jump for his life. See remnants of long-gone logging operations atop the mesa. Difficulty: moderate with a 300-foot elevation gain. Bring water and snacks. Go seven miles south on Lake Mary Road to meet at the first gravel pullout a half mile past the old dam on Lower Lake Mary. Call 527-8222 for information.

Saturday, August 29, 3 to 4 pm
Nature Walk
Ranger John Westerlund will lead a walk for the whole family on the Dairy Springs Loop Trail. Meet at Dairy Springs amphitheater at 3 pm. Go 20 miles south of Flagstaff on Lake Mary Road to Mormon Lake turnoff. Proceed 3.5 miles to Dairy Springs. Call 526-1157 ext 273 for information.

Sunday, August 30, 9 am to noon
The Hart Prairie Shield Volcano
You've heard about it; now see it: the shield volcano that created the famed Lava Tube and spread its lava over square miles all the way to the Navajo Army Depot (which wasn't there at the time, believe it or not). Rangers Richard Holm and Bill and Ellen Wade will show this one-of-a-kind volcano and the tuff ring that formed on top of it. See a spatter cone, craters, and a lava dike and hear about early early homesteaders who left their mark and their names on the landscape as well. Great views of the Peaks. Go north on US 180 past MP 225 to follow FR 151 3.6 miles and meet at FR 9001U. Difficulty: easy. Bring water, good shoes. No dogs please. Call 527-8222 for information.

A Wednesday Walk List for You

Walk the Walk, County Park Walks
from Jack Welch

WEDNESDAY 19 AUGUST
Flagstaff Trails Talk Meeting
A presentation by Kay Perelstein
Those who wander - Alzheimer's Disease
Location: Adult Center
Time: 6:30 PM
We live inside a big woods with many trails - An easy place to get lost.
Please make plans to attend this discussion about folks who have this
problem and the people who live with them. It's a delicate subject I know but
one we all need to know more about.
Everybody Welcome!
Please do bring a friend!
I'll bring the Store Bought Cookies

FRIDAY 21 AUGUST
County Parks Walk Series
Sawmill County Park
Start Location: Flagstaff Police Department
911 Sawmill Road
Time: 8:00 AM
About 3 total miles of walking as we use the FUTS and sidewalks for a walk out to the community college. Expect a few good hills.

SATURDAY 22 AUGUST
County Parks Walk Series
Peak's View County Park
Start Location: Parking Lot which is located on Koch Field Road behind the fire station.
Off Silver Saddle Road
Time: 8:00 AM
About 4 total miles of walking over to the social trail around Old Caves Crater

SUNDAY 23 SEPTEMBER
County Parks Walk Series
Raymond County Park
Start Location: Raymond Parking Lot which is down I-17 - Leave the highway at the Kachina Village and Mountainaire exit
Go right onto the frontage road and Raymond park is just around the corner. You can
see the parking lot from I-17
Time: 8:00 AM
About 3 total miles of walking over to the Pumphouse Wash trailhead

NPS/USFS INTERPRETIVE HIKES
from Stephen Hirst

Thursday, August 20, 9 to 11 am
Walnut Canyon Historic Cabin
Journey back in time with ranger Jane Jackson at Walnut Canyon National Monument on an easy two-mile guided walk to the 1904 log cabin built by the first ranger to protect the cliff dwellings from pilfering pot hunters. No dogs please. Participants must be 16 or older. Limit of 8; reservations required at 526-3367. Park entrance fee. Meet at Walnut Canyon visitor center at 8:45. Difficulty: easy. Call 527-8222 for information.

Saturday, August 22, 3 to 4 pm
Nature Walk
Ranger John Westerlund will lead a walk for the whole family on the Dairy Springs Loop Trail. Meet at Dairy Springs amphitheater at 3 pm. Go 20 miles south of Flagstaff on Lake Mary Road to Mormon Lake turnoff. Proceed 3.5 miles to Dairy Springs. Call 526-1157 ext 273 for information.

Saturday, August 22, 9 am to noon
Riding the Rails on the Flim-Flam
Join rangers Steve and Lois Hirst for a four-mile hike along Flagstaff Lumber Co.'s Flagstaff and Southern Railroad. Learn about lumbering and railroading when Flagstaff was young along one of its most colorful operations. Difficulty: easy. Bring water and snacks. Drive 20 mi south on Lake Mary Road to the Dairy Springs/Mormon Lake Lodge turnoff and go two miles to meet at FR 132. Call 527-8222 for information.

Walks Galore

County Parks Walk Series/ Walk-the-Walk
from Jack Welch

FRIDAY 14 AUGUST
County Parks Walk Series
Sawmill Park
Start Location: Flagstaff Police Department Parking Lot
Time: 8:00 AM 8:00 AM
About 4 total miles of walking as we trek Sinclair Wash down to the Confluence of the Rio de Flag,
Sinclair Wash and Bow and Arrow Wash.

SATURDAY 15 AUGUST Please note the start time
Walk The Walk
FUTS Tunnel Under Highway 17
Start Location: Pullian Airport in the parking lot furthest from the terminal
Time: 5:00 PM 5:00 PM
About 4 total miles of walking as we use the tunnel under I-17 over to Ft Tuthill County Park

SUNDAY 16 AUGUST
Kendrick Mountain Climb
Start Location: Out Ft Valley Road which becomes Highway 180. At FR 245 (about 15 miles from the Flagstaff City Hall) turn left. Drive 3 miles to FR 171. Turn right for three more miles to FR 190.
Turn right and its less than a 1/2 mile to the trailhead
Time: 8:00 AM 8:00 AM
Distance: 9 Total Miles
A beautiful hike with some wonderful views. The second highest mountain in Arizona

TUESDAY 18 AUGUST
Walk Into Summer
Start Location: Adult Center
Time: 8:00 AM
About 3 total miles in and around the surrounding neighborhood

THE THIRD TUESDAY OF THE MONTH MEETING HAS BEEN CANCELED!

WEDNESDAY 19 AUGUST
Flagstaff Trails Talk Meeting
A presentation by Kay Perelstein
about a seldom discussed subject -
Those who wander - Alzheimer's Disease
Location: Adult Center
Time: 6:30 PM
We live inside a big woods with many trails - An easy place
to get lost. This important discussion will be about folks who
have this problem and the people who live with them.
It's a delicate subject but one we all need to know more about.
Everybody Welcome!
Please do bring a friend!

USFS/NPS INTERPRETIVE HIKES
from Steve Hirst

Thursday, August 13, 9 am to noon
Walnut Canyon Overlook
Join ranger Jane Jackson on this five-mile walk along the Arizona Trail horse bypass. The way passes through open oak-conifer forest and crosses a small canyon on the way to an overlook into Walnut Canyon. See an ancient landscape with a wide variety of plants and trees. Difficulty: moderate with canyon crossing. Take I-40 east to Walnut Canyon and follow monument access road to FR 303 (Old Walnut Canyon Road) before monument entrance. Follow FR 303 two miles to Arizona Trailhead parking area. Difficulty: moderate with canyon crossing. Bring hiking shoes, water, and snacks. Trekking poles helpful. Call 527-8222 for information.

Friday, August 14, 9 am to 1 pm
The Mineral Belt Meets the Flim-Flam new hike
Join rangers Steve and Lois Hirst and accompanying historians as they trace the grade of the abandoned Arizona Mineral Belt railroad south from Pine Grove to its junction with the Flagstaff & Southern RR. Follow portions of the 800-mile Arizona Trail through sunny meadows and ponderosa glades and use the new trail gate at Pine Grove. No more bending through barbed wire! Go 18 miles south on Lake Mary Road to Pine Grove Campground. Park in the first pullout on the campground access road. Difficulty: moderate for five-mile distance. Level. Bring hiking shoes, water, lunch or snack for lunch break at Railroad Tank. Call 527-8222 for information.

Sunday, August 16, 9 am to noon
The Lava Tube
Join special ranger Heidi Strickfaden on an exploration of the Hart Prairie shield volcano lava tube. Yes, you heard right: HEIDI, yielding to popular demand for a command performance of her signature hike. She will lead you three-quarters of a mile underground into a cavern made by flowing lava thousands of years ago. Wear ankle-height boots and a jacket (It's cool down there). Even though it's 35 feet high in places, a bicycle or ski helmet is recommended for occasional low ceilings. At least one flashlight per person is a must. Difficulty: moderate for rocky footing and occasional skooching. Meet at parking area at intersection of highway 180 and Snowbowl Road. Group limit 20 and age limit 12 or older; call 527-8222 for reservations. Leave your name and number if I'm not in, and I'll call to confirm.

Early August Walks

We just got back from a relaxing swimming vacation in Phoenix- hot but fun. Not much walking done.
Here are the week's walks.

Coconino County Parks Walk Series, Walk-the-Walk, Big Brothers, Big Sisters 1/2 Marathon
from Jack Welch

PLEASE TAKE PART IN THE NEW COCONINO COUNTY PARKS WALK SERIES 12 Walks in and Around Flagstaff's County Parks
Sponsored by "THE FRIENDS OF COCONINO COUNTY PARKS"

The Coconino County Parks Walk Series starts with a walk on Friday 7 August through Sawmill County Park and ends on the last day of the Coconino County Fair Monday 7 September with a walk at Ft Tuthill County Park
All of walks in this series will start at 8:00 AM

Directions to the 4 parks can be found at the bottom of this schedule

FRIDAY 7 AUGUST
County Parks Walk Series
Sawmill County Park
Start Location: Flagstaff Police Department Parking Lot
911 Sawmill Road
Time: 8:00 AM
About 3 total miles of walking over to the NAU campus and back
Everybody Welcome!
Please do Bring a Friend!

SATURDAY 8 AUGUST
Big Brothers and Big Sisters 1/2 Marathon Walk
Start Location: In front of City Hall
Time: 6:00 AM
13.1 miles on a well marked and well supported walk mostly in the forest
and meadow up on Observatory Mesa.
The 1/2 marathon run starts at 7:30 AM
Our walk starts at 6:00 AM
If you are interested in doing the walk look at the Big Brothers/Big Sisters web site or
you can get the entry form from me.

SUNDAY 9 AUGUST Please note the starting time!
Walk The Walk
Railroad Springs Neighborhood FUTS
Start Location: Arizona Daily Sun Parking Lot
Corner of Thompson and West Route 66
Time: 5:00 PM 5:00 PM
About 4 total miles of walking which will include a traverse through the Sheep herders
tunnel under the Railroad Tracks

TUESDAY 11 AUGUST
Walk Into Summer
Start Location: Adult Center
Time: 8:00 AM
About 3 total miles in and around the surrounding neighborhood
START LOCATIONS FOR COUNTY PARK WALK SERIES

Sawmill County Park
703 Sawmill Road. Next to the Flagstaff Police Department near the Willow Bend Environmental Education Center.

Raymond County Park
I-17 Exit at Mountainaire and Kachina Village off the Frontage Road (west side of I-17).
Turn Right and then a quick right onto the Frontage Road. Raymond park is around the corner and can be seen from the I-17 exit ramp

Peaks View County Park
Behind the Fire Station in Doney Park. Turn Right onto Silver Saddle Road from Highway 89 (past Townsend-Winona Road). From Silver Saddle Turn right onto Koch Field Road (At the Stop Sign)

Ft Tuthill County Park
I-17 Exit at Airport. Stay on the west side of I-17. Ft Tuthill is on the west side of Highway 89.
Or
Beulah Ave become Highway 89 at Lake Mary Road. Ft Tuthill is about 2 miles further south on
Highway 89

USFS/NPS Interpretive Hikes

from Stephen Hirst

Saturday, August 8, 9 to 11 am
Ghost Railway: Walkin' the Belt to Lake Mary new hike
Join rangers Steve and Lois Hirst on the Arizona Mineral Belt RR, one man's grand vision to lay a railroad from Flagstaff to Mexico. This short walk traces its still-visible, 120-year-old grade north from Pine Grove Campground to the edge of Lake Mary. The way leads through meadows and open glades of oak and ponderosa. Difficulty: easy. Go 17 miles south on Lake Mary Road to Pine Grove Campground turnoff. Meet at the first pullout on the campground access road. Call 527-8222 for information.

Saturday,August 8, 3 pm
Family Nature Walk
USFS ranger Steve Hirst will lead a walk for the whole family on the Dairy Springs Loop Trail. Meet at Dairy Springs amphitheater at 3 pm. Go 20 miles south of Flagstaff on Lake Mary Road to Mormon Lake turnoff. Proceed 3.5 miles to Dairy Springs. Call 527-8222 for information.

Walks of the week

from Jack Welch
Walk-the-Walk, FUTS 20 Walks in 40 Days, 1/2 Marathon Training

Please read the update carefully as there are a few changes and some interesting
information about the two upcoming Trail Talk Meetings at the Adult Center, 1/2 Marathon Training Walks and a new Series of Walks that will start in late August

WEDNESDAY 15 JULY Please Read
Flagstaff Trails Talk
Rogers Lake
Location: Adult Center
Time: 6:30 PM 6:30 PM
Rogers Lake is a possible Coconino County Natural Resource Open Space purchase (funding already in place) but we need public support. This meeting will be about Rogers Lake and its value to our area as a wetland. I am involved in this effort and would appreciate your attending this meeting to sign our petition. I will also have the complete schedule for the Coconino County Parks Series of Walks that will start in late August plus the latest information on the Big Brothers and Big Sisters Walking 1/2 Marathon (8 Aug). I will have
route maps for that event. And of course the new FUTS maps will be there also.
Please make plans to attend this meeting.
I need your help.
Free Cookies! (That always draws a crowd!)


SATURDAY 18 JULY This is also a training walk for the 1/2 Marathon
Scalawag Mountain Hike Mormon Mountain
Start Location: Dairy Springs Campground which is off the loop road that leads into the
Village of Mormon Lake. Park near the front entrance. The trail is at the rear of the
campground. About 6 total miles on a beautiful trail with only a few views but lots of
interesting plant life in this lush forest. We will also cross the Arizona Trail in this area.
Distance: About 7 total miles
Start Time: 8:00 AM 8:00 AM

SUNDAY 19 JULY
Celtic Mile Walk
Location: Fox Glenn Park
4200 East Butler Ave
A fun walk or run on the FoxGlenn FUTS between the hours of 9AM and 11AM
Cost: $5.00 which will get you a Pepsi T shirt, a beverage and a coupon for $2.00 off a ticket into the Arizona Highland Celtic Festival
1 Day $12.00 for adults
$4.00 for children (3 to 12 years old)
Proceeds from the walk/run will be used for future family events
I hope to see you all there!

MONDAY 20 JULY
FUTS 20 WALKS IN 40 DAYS
FUTS connection to Ft Tuthill from University Heights
Start Location: In the parking lot in front of the Fair Grounds where the FUTS enters the park
Time: 6:00 PM
Distance: About 3 total miles
This out and back will be from Ft Tuthill east toward University Heights.

TUESDAY 21 JULY Morning
Rogers Lake Discussion at the County Board of Supervisors
Location: Coconino County Board of Supervisors Office
219 East Cherry (Meeting Room on the First Floor)
Time: 10:00 AM 10:00 AM
I will be a part of the public making a presentation in support of Rogers Lake. There will also be a formal Power Point from the Coconino County Parks and Recreation Department
It would help our cause greatly if we could fill the seats with members of the public in support.

It would also help me to see some friendly faces as I am not a very secure public speaker.

TUESDAY 21 JULY Evening
Flagstaff Trails Talk
Rogers Lake - Where it stands as a possible purchase by Coconino County after the morning discussion at the County Board of Supervisors
Location: Adult Center
Time: 6:30 PM 6:30 PM
This follow up meeting to the Rogers Lake discussion which was held on the morning of 21 July meeting at the County Board of Supervisors. We need more signatures on our petition. The schedule for the upcoming Coconino County Parks new Series of walks will be available as will the new FUTS map.
You bring your pen (or pencil) and I'll bring the store bought cookies!

AND LASTLY:
If you are interested in doing the Big Brothers/Big Sisters 1/2 Marathon Walk we have put together a short training schedule.
Please don't attempt the 1/2 Marathon walk or the three training walks if you have not been walking shorter distances on a regular basis. This is for self sufficient walkers who will bring their own water and not expect any kind of support. Please don't put everybody else in jeopardy because you have not properly trained or planned.

1/2 Marathon Walk Training Schedule
SATURDAY 18 JULY - This is also a training hike for the 1/2 Marathon Walk
Mormon Mountain Climb (For more details/see the information above)
7 Total Miles
8:00 AM start

USFS/ NPS Interpretive Hikes


Saturday, July 18, 4 pm
Family Nature Walk
NPS ranger-teacher Charlene Stone will lead a walk for kids and families at Pine Grove Campground. Meet at Pine Grove amphitheater at 4 pm. Go 18 miles south of Flagstaff on Lake Mary Road to Pine Grove Campground. Parking available at amphitheater. Call 526-1157 ext 237 for information.

Saturday, July 18, 4 pm
Family Nature Walk
USFS ranger Steve Hirst will lead a walk for kids and families on the Dairy Springs Loop Trail. Meet at Dairy Springs amphitheater at 3 pm. Go 20 miles south of Flagstaff on Lake Mary Road to Mormon Lake turnoff. Proceed 3.7 miles to Dairy Springs. Call 527-8222 for information.

Walks for the Week

FUTS Explorer Walks/ Walk-the-Walk

THURSDAY 25 JUNE
FUTS EXPLORER WALK
20 Walks in 40 Days
FUTS North along Highway 89 to the Flagstaff City Limits
Start Location: Peaks Ranger Station
Time: 6:00 PM
Distance: About 4 total miles
Walk the new section of the paved FUTS out to the City Limits
We'll pass the Mt Elden trailhead along the way
No big hills on this one!

FRIDAY 26 JUNE
Walk Into Summer
Start Location: Buffalo Park
Time: 8:00 AM 8:00 AM
About 3 total miles of walking around Flagstaff's most popular park
Expect a least one good hill

SATURDAY 27 JUNE
Outdoor concert at Ft Tuthill
Gin Blossom Group
Details about the group were published in the Friday morning Arizona Daily Sun
For more details look to the Coconino County Parks and Rec site
I'll be there promoting a new group in town, "The Friends of Coconino County
Parks"

SUNDAY 28 JUNE
FUTS EXPLORER WALK
20 Walks in 40 Days
FUTS bridge over Cedar/Forest
Start Location: Buffalo Park
Time: 6:00 PM
Distance: About 3 total miles
We'll walk over the Cedar/Forest Bridge (be sure to wave at the passing motorists!)
over to Hemlock. Interesting views of East Flagstaff including the 4th Street Overpass and
the Aquaplex.
Just one short hill but several steady inclines

Starting in July our Friday Walks will be held at Ft Tuthill County Park
Meet at the Fair Grounds Parking Lot at 8:00 AM
We'll be there all month on Fridays during July
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The Tuesday morning walks will continue to start from the Adult Center at 8:00 AM
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If you are interested in being on the mailing list of the Forest Service/National Parks
Interpretive hikes e-mail Steve Hirst at:
shirst at mac dot com (typical email address, just trying to keep spam away)

I hope to see you all soon!
Questions?
Jack Welch
ADILLLO at aol dot com (typical email address, just trying to keep spam away)

NPS/ USFS Interpretive Hikes

Saturday, June 27, 9 am to noon
Bismarck Lake
Join USFS rangers Steve and Lois Hirst on an easy half-mile walk to Little Spring, where C. Hart Merriam set up camp for his seminal study of climate zones. The hike continues up a moderately strenuous, unmaintained, half-mile trail ascending 500 feet into beautiful mountain meadows atop the Hochderffer Hills with spectacular views of the San Francisco Peaks. Difficulty: moderately strenuous climbing to 8800 feet. Bring water, snacks/lunch, and trekking poles. No dogs please on this one. Go north 22 miles on Hwy 180 to MP 235. Turn right onto FR 151 and proceed 1.6 mi to split and continue on FR 151 (right fork) another 0.8 mi to small meadow and park at junction with FR 418B. Call 527-8222 for information.

Saturday, June 27, 3 to 4 pm
Nature Walk
NPS TRT Phred Salazar will lead a walk for kids on the Dairy Springs Loop Trail. Meet at Dairy Springs amphitheater at 3 pm. Go 20 miles south of Flagstaff on Lake Mary Road to Mormon Lake turnoff. Proceed 3.7 miles to Dairy Springs. Call 526-1157 ext 273 for information.

For more information on future hikes check out their website.

Plenty of walks- no excuses

Lots of walks for the upcoming week, I have no excuses!

Walk-the-Walk & FUTS Explorer Walks
*FRIDAY 19 JUNE
Walk Into Spring
Start Location: Buffalo Park
Time: 8:00 AM
About 3 total miles of walking in and around the surrounding area.
Everybody Welcome! Please do bring a friend!

*SUNDAY 21 JUNE (evening) Kick Off event
FUTS EXPLORER WALKS
20 WALKS IN 40 DAYS
Paved and Gravel FUTS - Coconino Estates/Thorpe Park/Ft Valley Road
Start Location: Adult Center
Time: 6:00 PM
Distance: About 4 total miles
Walk the new section of paved FUTS along Ft Valley Road and take a closer look at the
Duck Pond along the Rio de Flag in Thorpe Park

*MONDAY 22 JUNE
FUTS EXPLORER WALKS
20 WALKS IN 40 DAYS
FUTS Tunnel Under Butler and Access to McMillan Mesa FUTS
Start Location: Sam's Parking Lot - North End near Taco Bell
Time: 6:00 PM
Distance: About 4 total miles
Across the Route 66 Tracks up to McMillan Mesa on a walk on the FUTS and
Arizona Trail

*TUESDAY 23 JUNE
Walk Into Summer
Start Location; Adult Center
Time: 8:00 AM
About 3 total miles of walking

*WEDNESDAY 24 JUNE
FUTS EXPLORER WALKS
20 WALKS IN 40 DAYS
FUTS around the Airport
Start Location: Airport Parking Lot at the end furthest from the terminal
Time: 6:00 PM
Distance: About 4 total miles
Explore the Airport end of the Ponderosa Trails Neighborhood

NPS/USFS Nature Hikes
*Thursday, June 18, 2009 9 a.m.
AZ Trail Aspen Corner toward Bismarck Lake new hike
Experience one of the most picturesque sections of the Arizona Trail with USFS ranger Jane Jackson. Spectacular views, entertaining history, and nature at its finest. Meet at parking area (Aspen Corner) six miles up Snowbowl Road. Bring water, snacks, hiking shoes. Call 527-8222 for information. (Cecile’s note: this is a beautiful hike, see “Walk of the Week”)
*Saturday, June 20, 3 pm
Nature Walk
NPS TRT Karen Knorowski will lead a walk for kids on the Dairy Springs Loop Trail. Meet at Dairy Springs amphitheater at 3 pm. Go 20 miles south of Flagstaff on Lake Mary Road to Mormon Lake turnoff. Proceed 3.7 miles to Dairy Springs. Call 526-1157 ext 273 for information.

Feel Like Going for a Walk?

If you feel like going for a walk this week you have many options.

FRIDAY 12 JUNE
Walk Into Spring
Start Location: Buffalo Park
Time: 8:00 AM
About 3 total miles of walking in and around the surrounding area.
Everybody Welcome! Please do bring a friend!

SATURDAY 13 JUNE
Walk The Walk
Ft Valley Trail System
Start Location: The "Y" Parking Area where Schultz Pass Road and Mt Elden Road part ways.
Time: 6:00 PM
About 4 total miles of walking to the section of the Ft Valley Trail System that connects
to the Schultz Creek Trail. This is where the FUTS, Arizona Trail, Flagstaff Loop and
forest trails - Schultz Creek and Rocky Ridge converge plus it the old site of the Flagstaff Golf Course. Lots of history here!

SUNDAY 14 JUNE (morning)
Scalawag Climb of Mt Elden
Start Location: Mt Elden Trailhead on Highway 89 just past the Flagstaff Mall near the Peaks Ranger Station
Time: 8:00 AM
About 7 total miles with great views of East Flagstaff

SUNDAY 14 JUNE (evening)
Walk The Walk
Ft Valley Trail System off Snowbowl Road
Start Location: Parking Area at the corner of Highway 180 and Snowbowl Road
Time: 6:00 PM
About 3 total miles of a walk to the most difficult part of the Ft Valley Trail System. This hike is mostly flat but we will turn around where it starts to climb.

NPS/USFS Hikes

Thursday, June 11, 8:30 am to noon
Fisher Point new hike
Join USFS rangers Steve and Lois Hirst on a hike from Fisher Point down to a cave along Walnut Creek and back. Three miles total with a 400-foot elevation change. Take Old Walnut Canyon Road approximately two miles from Country Club Drive and meet at FR 301 turnoff at 8:30 am. We shall carpool from there three miles on rutted dirt road to trailhead. Trekking poles, water, and snacks/lunch recommended. Difficulty: moderate. Call 527-8222 for information.

Thursday, June 11, 9 to 11 am
Walnut Canyon Historic Cabin Walk
Journey back in time with rangers Jane Jackson and Charlene Stone at Walnut Canyon National Monument in an easy two-mile guided walk to the 1904 log cabin built by the first ranger to protect the cliff dwellings from pilfering pot hunters. No dogs please. Participants must be 16 or older. Limit of 8; reservations required at 526-3367. Park entrance fee. Meet at Walnut Canyon visitor center at 8:45. Difficulty: easy.

Saturday, June 13 NATIONAL GET OUTDOORS DAY
Nature Walk
NPS TRT* Charlene Stone will lead a walk for kids on the Dairy Springs Loop Trail. Meet at Dairy Springs Amphitheater at 3 pm. Go 20 miles south of Flagstaff on Lake Mary Road to Mormon Lake turnoff. Proceed 3.7 miles to Dairy Springs. Call 526-1157 ext 273 for information.

*Teacher-Ranger-Teacher, a special Park Service program using full-time classroom teachers as summer rangers, who then take their summer experiences back to the classroom.

Sunday, June 14, 8 am to 10 am
Leroux Springs
NPS ranger John Westerlund will lead a two-mile walk to Big and Little Leroux Springs, discussing exploration and settlement of the area. Meet at Leroux Springs trailhead, about one mile up the Snowbowl Road. Difficulty: easy. Call 526-1157 ext 273 for information.

June Walk the Walk

Here is June's Walk-the-Walk schedule from Jack Welch. He is also organizing a 20 Walks in 40 Days program- I will post that in a separate post.

FRIDAY 29 MAY
Walk Into Summer
Start Location: Harkins Theater
Time: 9:00 AM 9:00 AM
About 3 total miles of walking in the surrounding neighborhood.

STARTING IN JUNE ALL THE "WALK INTO SUMMER" TREKS WILL START AT 8:00 AM

Tuesday morning walks will start from the steps of the Adult Center
Friday morning walks (JUNE)will start from the parking lot of Buffalo Park
All of these walks are for self sufficient adults

JUNE 2009 WALK THE WALK SCHEDULE

TUESDAY 2 JUNE
Walk Into Summer
Start Location: Adult Center
Time: 8:00 AM 8:00 AM
About 3 total miles of walking

THURSDAY 4 JUNE
Bicycle Advisory Committee Meeting
Location: City Hall upstairs in the Staff Conference Room
Time: 4:30 PM
Discussion of local bicycle issues

THURSDAY 4 JUNE
Friends of the Rio de Flag Meeting
Location: Adult Center
Time: 6:00 PM
The Friends of the Rio de Flag is a new group focusing on promoting the
Rio de Flag's natural stream system as a unique asset for the Flagstaff
community. If you agree with that mission statement and would like
to help promote the Rio please attend this meeting

FRIDAY 5 JUNE
Walk Into Summer
Start Location: Buffalo Park
Time: 8:00 AM
About 3 total miles of walking

SATURDAY 6 JUNE
National Trails Day
Work on the Loop Trail up on Observatory Mesa
For more complete information please check out the Flagstaffbiking.org web site
Jeffery Gross of the County Parks and Rec has designed a great T shirt that will be
awarded to every participant.
I know I'll be there!

SUNDAY 7 JUNE
Walk The Walk
New Section of the Loop Trail
Start Location: Mormon Ranger Station that is located on the corner of Lake Mary Road
And John Wesley Powell
Time: 6:00 PM
About 3 total miles of walking on this newest section of the Loop Trail that connects
John Wesley Powell to Skunk Canyon

TUESDAY 9 JUNE
Walk Into Summer
Start Location: Adult Center
Time: 8:00 AM
About 3 total miles of walking

FRIDAY 12 JUNE
Walk Into Summer
Start Location: Buffalo Park
Time: 8:00 AM
About 3 total miles of walking

SATURDAY 13 JUNE
Walk The Walk
Ft Valley Trail
Start Location: The "Y" parking area
Where Schultz Pass Road and Mt Elden divide
Time: 6:00 PM
About 4 total miles of walking on the section of the Ft Valley Trail system that connects to
Schultz Creek Trail

SUNDAY 14 JUNE
Scalawag Climb of Mt Elden to the Lookout
Start Location: Mt Elden Trailhead on Highway 89 just past the Flagstaff
Mall
Time: 8:00 AM 8:00 AM
About 7 total miles with some great views of East Flagstaff

SUNDAY 14 JUNE
Walk The Walk
Ft Valley Trail System Off Snowbowl Road
Start Location: Parking Area at the corner of Highway 180 and Snowbowl Road
Time: 6:00 PM
About 3 total miles of a walk to the most difficult part of the Ft Valley Trail System.
This hike is mostly flat but we will show you where it starts to climb!

TUESDAY 16 JUNE
Walk Into Summer
Start Location: Adult Center
Time: 8:00 AM
About 3 total miles of walking

TUESDAY 16 JUNE
Presentation at the Adult Center
Time: 6:30 PM
Subject to be announced

WEDNESDAY 17 JUNE
Presentation at the Adult Center
Time: 6:30 PM
Subject to be announced

FRIDAY 19 JUNE
Walk Into Summer
Start Location: Buffalo Park
Time: 8:00 AM
About 3 total miles of walking

SUNDAY 21 JUNE
Free Breakfast Ride as presented by Flagstaffbiking.org
Every level of rider welcome
Details to be announced during the first week of June
You don't have to be a mountain bike daredevil to eat breakfast or join this ride afterwards!

SUNDAY 21 JUNE (evening) Kick Off event
FUTS EXPLORER WALKS
20 WALKS IN 40 DAYS
Paved and Gravel FUTS - Coconino Estates/Thorpe Park/Ft Valley Road
Start Location: Adult Center
Time: 6:00 PM
Distance: About 4 total miles
Walk the new section of paved FUTS along Ft Valley Road and take a closer look at the
Duck Pond along the Rio de Flag in Thorpe Park

MONDAY 22 JUNE
FUTS EXPLORER WALKS
20 WALKS IN 40 DAYS
FUTS Tunnel Under Butler and Access to McMillan Mesa FUTS
Start Location: Sam's Parking Lot - North End near Taco Bell
Time: 6:00 PM
Distance: About 4 total miles
Across the Route 66 Tracks up to McMillan Mesa on a walk on the FUTS and
Arizona Trail

TUESDAY 23 JUNE
Walk Into Summer
Start Location; Adult Center
Time: 8:00 AM
About 3 total miles of walking

WEDNESDAY 24 JUNE
FUTS EXPLORER WALKS
20 WALKS IN 40 DAYS
FUTS around the Airport
Start Location: Airport Parking Lot at the end furthest from the terminal
Time: 6:00 PM
Distance: About 4 total miles
Explore the Airport end of the Ponderosa Trails Neighborhood

THURSDAY 25 JUNE
FUTS EXPLORER WALK
20 WALKS IN 40 DAYS
FUTS north along Highway 89 to the City Limits
Start Location: Peaks Ranger Station:
Time: 6:00 PM
Distance: About 4 total miles
Walk the new section of the paved FUTS out to the city limits
We'll pass the Mt Elden Trailhead along the way

FRIDAY 26 JUNE
Walk Into Summer
Start Location: Buffalo Park
Time: 8:00 AM
About 3 total miles of walking

SATURDAY 27 JUNE
Concert at Ft Tuthill
Gin Blossom Group
More details available during the first week of June.
$10.00 while they last concert tickets
This is a concert organized by the Coconino County Parks and Rec and
the Friends of the Coconino County Parks.

SUNDAY 28 JUNE
FUTS EXPLORER WALKS
20 WALKS IN 40 DAYS
FUTS Bridge over Cedar/Forest
Start Location: Buffalo Park
Time: 6:00 PM
Distance: About 3 total miles
we'll walk over the Cedar/Forest Bridge to McMillan Mesa for some interesting
views of the 4th Street overpass

MONDAY 29 JUNE
FUTS EXPLORER WALKS
20 WALK IN 40 DAYS
FUTS connection to the "Y" parking area
Start Location: The "Y" parking area located where Schultz Pass Road and Mt Elden Road part
Time: 6:00 PM
Distance: About 3 total miles.
We'll see where the Arizona Trail, Flagstaff Loop, Schultz Creek Trail, Rocky Ridge Trail and FUTS
all meet in this historic part of Flagstaff

TUESDAY 30 JUNE
Walk Into Summer
Start Location: Adult Center
Time: 8:00 AM
About 3 total miles of walking

Walk the Walk May Schedule

I will be trying to provide information about organized walks going on around Flagstaff, including the Walk-the-Walk schedule put out by Jack Welch. Here is the most recent schedule. These walks are a great way to learn more about Flagstaff, get together with people and get some exercise. Thanks, Jack!

Walk-the-Walk Schedule
The following is the rest of our walk schedule for May.

You will also get a 20 Walks in 40 Days Walk Schedule for the FUTS Explorer series today which will start in late June - continue throughout July and finish in early August.

Our regular June Walk the Walk Schedule will be sent out this weekend. It will include parts of the FUTS
20 walks in 40 day.

All of these walks will also appear in the calendar of the Arizona Daily Sun or You will be able to get a hard copy of the schedules at the National Senior & Fitness Day at the Aquaplex on Wednesday 27 May


SUNDAY 24 MAY
Walk The Walk
Ft Valley Trail System
Start Location: Forest Road 164B Trailhead which is just past mile marker 222 on the right. Go down the hill and you will see the trailhead off to your right
Time: 5:00 PM 5:00 PM
About 3 total miles

TUESDAY 26 MAY
Walk Into Summer
Start Location: Adult Center
Time: 9:00 AM
About 3 total miles in and around the surrounding neighborhood

WEDNESDAY 27 MAY
National Senior Fitness Day
Location; Aquaplex on 4th Street
Start Time: 8:30 AM
Lots of good information. I'll be leading a 2 mile walk to start the day (8:30 AM at the Auqaplex front door)
Pick up more information at the Aquaplex or the Adult Center

FRIDAY 29 MAY
Walk Into Summer
Location: Harkins Theater Parking Lot
Time: 9:00 AM
About 3 total miles in and around the surrounding neighborhood