Amazing Arizona Adventures (Triple A)

SALT RIVER WEDNESDAY MORNING PADDLE (Option Granite Reef) TO PHON D. SUTTON

Wed, June 3 · 07:00 MST

Phon D Sutton Recreation Area, Mesa, AZ, US

WEDNESDAY MORNING PADDLE DOWN THE SALT RIVER.... . Lets do the Salt.
Come do the whole river (all the way down to Granite Reef) our take out at Phon D. Sutton.

We will all start at Water Users: Option one get out (Finish) at Phon D. Sutton... OR do the whole river and go to the last Stop) Option two Granite Reef Recreation Area. The complete river.

Those that want to do the whole river let's meet at Granite Reef at 7:00 then drive over to Phon D. Sutton and meet up at 7:30 to pick everyone else up to head to the start...
The river is flowing at a nice level, the Forecast for 103° for the high and mid 70° for the low.

Can't think of a better way spend a Hump Day then with a Wednesday morning relaxing float, have some fun with fellow members on this ARIZONA ADVENTURE down the Beautiful Salt River Wednesday morning!!

******THIS SHOULD BE AMAZING & RELAXING and FUN !!***************

We will meet at 7:00 AM at Granite Reef those that will be doing the complete river and 7:30 AM at Phone D. Sutton those want to finish there. Will see what vehicles we can leave and condense down, and the ones we can use to drive up to Water Users Recreation Site (Starting point). Try to arrive a little earlier to Air up our IFD/SUP, Then drive up to Water Users Recreation Aria, unload kayaks and boards, bring our PFD down by water, (East end of main parking lot by restrooms), Would like to be on the river by 8:00 AM to enjoy the Amazing Arizona Morning....

The Salt river Tubers start at 9:00 AM... we may have a few, that's okay it should still give us a good opportunity to enjoy all there is to see along the rivers edge.. wild life along with the Wild Horses.

Things you may need... PFD / Drinking Water, Life Jacket (your choice to wear one while on the water), Sunblock, Hat, Snacks, and any other items that you as an experienced kayaker likes to bring kayaking... And very important your sense for an Amazing Arizona Adventure

*For parking you will need a Tonto Pass (pay stations available) If purchased in advance only $8, at pay station $12. or ATB card (America The Beautiful) card. I recommend that you get a pass in advance as sometimes the vending machines on site do not work.
See you there !
If you need a paddle board here are some places to checkout if you do not have your own PFD:

(I MAY HAVE A FEW EXTRA PADDLES BOARDS TO USE AT A LOW COST)

No Snow (http://nosnowsup.com),
Arizona Hiking Shack (https://www.hikingshack.com/rentals.html), and AZ kayaks (https://azkayaks.com/)
I am sure there are more places to rent from so you can do your own search and maybe find another place. Let me know if you find a good one.

The Event Planners, Leaders and all Organizers from "Amazing Arizona Adventures" are volunteers and are not professional guides. They will not be held responsible for you. The function of the Organizer is only to organize this event. Each person who signs up for and participates in our events are responsible for his or her own safety and the safety of his or her guests. You agree not to hold the trip Planners, Leaders or Organizers responsible if you get injured. All participants must be 18 years of age or with parent or legal guardian that assume responsibility for minor child. By your confirmation of attending you agree to the above terms and agreements.

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Box Canyon adventure and swimming holes East of Payson

Sat, June 6 · 07:00 MST

Park N Ride - Power Rd, 3055 N Power Rd, Mesa, AZ, US

Escape the Valley heat and join us for one of the most rewarding and underrated canyon adventures in central Arizona.

Tucked in the Ponderosa Pine forests below the Mogollon Rim, Box Canyon delivers an alpine escape with cascading waterfalls, slot-canyon scrambling, and cool swimming holes at the bottom.

The other attached photos were taken when we hiked with Box Canyon on May 27th.

The water was muddy due to a recent rain but
usually it is clean and should be when he hike.

PLEASE READ THE FOLLOWING: VERY IMPORTANT

I have completed Box Canyon twice. It is beautiful and lots of fun, but you need to know exactly what to expect before signing up.

The Technical Requirements:

• Climbing/Scrambling: You must have done a little scrambling, bouldering, or climbing as we will be scrambling - just a little is fine.
• The only trial is the hike down and up from the canyon.

The Obstacles: There are two specific 8-foot climbs we must negotiate. One requires using a rope to assist you to the top - rope is all ready there. The other requires climbing a log that has foot cutouts notched into it.

• Swimming & Water: Scouted this route on May 27th. There are three deep pools where the water has collected, and we will have to swim. The longest swim is about 30 feet.
• Gear: Because of the swimming sections, you should bring a dependable dry bag or heavy-duty garbage bags to waterproof your backpack and gear.

Pace & Mindset: Total time in the canyon is about three hours. While we could move faster, the goal is for us to enjoy the beauty and take a few photos.

As your host, I am supportive and encouraging—I don’t mind waiting or working together to help someone navigate a tough spot or find a way around it.

Unsure? If you have any questions or doubts about your physical ability to handle this terrain, please message me directly before signing up!

DID YOU READ THE ABOVE.

Logistics

• Meet: Power Road Park & Ride, 3055 N Power Road, Mesa, AZ — meet under the bridge
• Drive to trailhead: ~1.5 hours
• Trailhead: Box Canyon Trailhead:[ https://maps.app.goo.gl/o4UDTrWb1knKhYs77](https://maps.app.goo.gl/o4UDTrWb1knKhYs77)
• Type: Round trip
• Distance: ~3 to 4 miles
• Elevation: ~600 feet down and 600 feet up
• Difficulty: Strenuous — good fitness required
• Target return: Back to Park & Ride by 3:00 PM (this is an estimate — things happen, so please don't schedule anything right after)

What to Bring

• Hiking shoes/boots with solid traction that you do not mind getting wet
• Trekking poles
• Plenty of water + snacks/lunch
• A dry bag or waterproof bag for your phone/valuables (I am bringing a dry bag. If you do not have a dry bag please consider a garage bag.

Liability Notice
The trip organizer is a volunteer, not a professional guide or first-aid provider. Participation is at your own risk. You are responsible for your own safety and that of any guests. Staying with the group is strongly encouraged. By signing up, you acknowledge that you assume full responsibility for yourself and agree not to hold the organizers or volunteers liable for any injuries or incidents.

Homer, Alaska: Tutka Bay Kayak & Hike – Kachemak Bay State Park (Challenging)

Fri, Aug 7 · 07:00 MST

Location not specified yet

Basics. We’re getting some friends together to kayak and hike the Tutka Bay area near Homer, AK. The plan is that we get a water taxi over to the Tutka Bay rental yurts (Tutka 1 | Alaskan Yurt Rentals; Tutka 2 | Alaskan Yurt Rentals). We have them starting August 7 for three nights.

Some possibilities:
Kayak Tutka Bay (about a 9-mile fjord with tidal variations up to about 25’). We’re not taking guides, so this probably should not be your the first time on a kayak.

Hike Grace Ridge Trail (https://www.alltrails.com/trail/us/alaska/grace-ridge-trail-south-to-north?u=i&sh=yp9mav), probably Tutka Lake Trial and Lagoon (https://www.alltrails.com/trail/us/alaska/tutka-lake-trail-and-tutka-lagoon?u=i&sh=yp9mav), maybe Sadie Knob south (https://www.alltrails.com/trail/us/alaska/sadie-knob-south-trail?u=i&sh=yp9mav).

Date & Time: August 7 – 11, 2026. (Tentative & Approximate)

Location: Bill, Jay and I will plan on being in Homer on about August 5th. Probably plan to meet up at Alice’s Champagne Palace on Thursday, August 6th for Trivia Night and last minute logistics. (ALICE'S CHAMPAGNE PALACE, Homer - Restaurant Reviews, Photos & Phone Number - Tripadvisor). We’ll be getting rental kayaks and the water taxi the next day at the Homer Harbor: (https://www.cityofhomer-ak.gov/port).

There's been some talk of Seward or bears or flight seeing. But none of that has been considered carefully at this stage.

Wait List & Costs:

I am establishing a wait list so that folks do not just sign up willy-nilly. It’s difficult to arrange something like this for others. But, if you can commit, I’d be happy to share more on logistics.

Water taxis round-trip are probably going to be in the $130 per person range (I have not looked closely this year). Kayaks are probably $60-70 per day. These are the heavy sea kayaks. These are not (generally) what you see on the Salt River.

Lodging in Homer varies greatly, though Alaska in season is not particularly cheap. We’ll be staying in Old Town (by Bishop’s Beach). If you want to stay nearby, I might suggest you look at the Driftwood Inn. (Stay at the Driftwood Inn | Homer, Alaska Hotel & Lodging).

Issues: Weather and delays may affect or cancel access.

Traveler Details: You can rent outdoor gear in Anchorage. Although you can find some stuff in Homer, there are no REI type places.

Understandings: None of the Organizers or Hosts are professional guides and none are being paid. They will not be held responsible for you. Each person who signs up for and/or participates in this event is responsible for his or her own safety and the safety of his or her guests. Furthermore, hiking in Alaska has the obvious risks including, but not limited to: dehydration; over exposure to sun; freezing weather; bear attacks; moose attacks; broken bones; rabid animals; broken bones; flooding; flash floods; snow melt; mud slides; forest fires; etc. You are assuming the risk of participating in the great outdoors. You agree not to hold the trip Planners, Leaders, Hosts, and/or Organizers responsible if you get injured. By attending you agree with these shared understandings. Alaska really is remote. If bad things happen, you must plan to self-rescue.