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What we’re about
Arizona is one of the best places to go hiking and visit the great outdoors. At Trail Mix Hiking, we hope to bring together those like minded individuals who share a passion for hiking and want to experience nature. We invite those folks dedicated to enjoying the wilderness and respecting our environment, and of course... hiking!
Below you'll find a list of our group policies and various information pages. Be sure to familiarize yourself with them before joining our group and certainly before attending your first event.
- We have a strict Code of Conduct that we expect all members to adhere to.
- We have information for new hikers on what to expect and how to be prepared for our events.
- We have information about where our regular hikes are located and the rating system I use.
- We hike both weekends and midweek. I know not everyone can join us for midweek hikes, but we like them a lot so understand when we do these that you're welcome to come on our frequent weekend outings.
- If you would like to volunteer to lead an event, here are my expectations for trail leaders and how to get started as an event organizer. If after reading both pages you're still interested, step up and let me know!
- If you'd like information about local hikes, we have compiled some links for parks and preserves in the valley.
- Hiking is an inherently dangerous activity. Whether you RSVP or not, by accompanying us on events you and your guests agree to this waiver and attend at your own risk!
- Be sure to include an actual recognizable photograph of yourself in your profile that clearly shows your face. Invalid profile photos include nature scenes, cartoons, pictures of your children/dog, blurry shots, pictures of your feet, wearing a mask or covering up with hats and sunglasses, showing the back of your head, micro pictures or group photos (i.e. it's not clear which one is you). This policy is primarily for our safety and yours. We meet lots of strangers in remote places, so it helps to know who we're looking for when we gather at a trailhead. Also if you get lost on the trail, we want to show the rescue party who to look for. Finally we're all about being friendly, and it's way more sociable to show yourself so we can greet you properly at our next event. So quit hiding and post a picture in your profile before you join. If you're stuck, here's a link about how to add and manage your meetup photos.
Upcoming events (2)
See all- MADEIRA ISLAND - intermediate adventure (Feb 8-18)Needs location
Madeira Island, (off Mainland Portugal)
wow... is all i can say,
The ultimate adventure of pristine landscapes, rugged terrain with levada's and waterfalls, A place not overrun with tourists, hikers, influencers and the general public.
This will be a combined effort by Joao (well-respected hike leader on the Island - https://www.instagram.com/joao_lets_hike/) and myself, together we have mapped some very solid days of hiking
We are in the final stages of publishing the costs, understand it is a complex process so we can capture all the island has to offer*********************** ITINERARY *************************
Day 1) SAT 8 FEB: Flight to Lisbon (connection Philadelphia) Lisbon (Flight not included)
Day 2) SUN 9 FEB: Flight from Lisbon to Madeira island (LIS - FNC) Departure 08:25 LISBON Arrival 10:10 FUNCHAL. Transfer from the airport to your hotel Meliá Madeira Mare (stay there 8 nights) (Flight not included)
Day 3) MON 10 FEB: 5:30am Bica da Cana peak (1m -200'elv)- then shuttle to Fanal Forest(2m) then shuttle to 25 Fontes Hike (8m - 700'elv)
Day 4) TUE 11 FEB: 5:30am Vereda do Ponta de Sao Lourenco for Sunrise (4m - 300'elv). Boat Tour Lighthouse View 111 (2hrs). Hike back to the parking area (still looking for afternoon activity)
Day 5) WED 12 FEB: Hiking Serra D'Água Valley
Serra de Àgua Valley is one of the most beautiful places on earth, from here we can see the South Coast, Encumeada, Ribeira Brava, and Campanário. (8m - 300'elv)
Day 6) THU 13 FEB: Southwest of Madeira Island. Softer hike. Visiting an old and abandoned beach where wine was produced in the past. Ponta do Pargo village. Loop hike (6m - 1200'elv)
Day 7) FRI 14 FEB: 5:30am. Pico do Arieiro or Achada do Teixeira at Santana Village (9m - 1800'elv - 5hrs technical)
Monte Tropical Gardens (2hr walk)
Day 8) SAT 15 FEB: Nuns Valley loop hike - Today we head to the center of Madeira to climb the mountains of Nuns Valley. Loop hike.. (10m - 1600'elv)
Day 9) SUN 16 FEB: Optional for sunset or morning hike.
Pico Ruivo summit through an alternative route. Loop hike (may possibly change this hike)
Day 10) MON 17 FEB: Transfer from Meliá Madeira Mare to the airport - Flight from Madeira to Lisbon (FNC - LIS)
Departure 08:20 FUNCHAL Arrival 10:05 LISBON. - Transfer from the Airport to the Hotel in Lisbon.
Enjoy a 3-4 hours guided walking tour of Lisbon in the afternoon.
Day 11) TUE 18 FEB: Transfer from the Hotel in Lisbon to the airport.
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More details/costs will be published here:
https://funtours.ca/tour/hiking-madeira-island-land-only- NOTE: this is the CDN PRICE ($2,580CDN) the USA PRICE IS ($1,887 USD)
- ALSO: the price does not include your flight, AmericanAirlines (AA) offers a flight to Lisbon with a connection in Philadelphia - you will also need hopper flight (domestic) from Lisbon to Madeira Ismland (TAP Airlines) - I will provide specific details