Author Archives: Merilee

Superior, Arizona February 24, 2013 Our jeep friends traveled along the Woodpecker Trail to Telegraph Canyon today.  The weather was cold and windy but the scenery was fabulous desert landscapes.  We got caught in a snow flurry on the south … Continue reading →

Florence, Arizona January 20, 2013 Our first jeep expedition to the Florence coke ovens was quite the adventure.  I have attached a story to explain the history of the coke ovens. “THE FLORENCE COKE OVENS” Text by Gordon Burhop Florence … Continue reading →

Table Mesa, AZ January 17, 2013 The boys explored the new upper and lower terminator trails in the Table Mesa recreation area.  The BLM has officially recognized these popular extreme trails.  The trail has a narrow rocky wash with tight … Continue reading →

Florence, Arizona December 26, 2012 We explored Box Canyon in the new jeep today.  The early morning sky was amazing over the desert. the new jeep just posing in Box Canyon more desert flora and fauna

Crown King, AZ November 26, 2012 We explored the old Crown King Road today on an old gravel road to the mining town of Crown King.  Gold was first discovered here in 1863. Giant saguaro cactus with the Bradshaw Mountains … Continue reading →

Sedona, Arizona November 18, 2012 The broken arrow trail is one of the best 4×4 trails in Arizona.  It is a challenge to drive and has jaw-dropping red rock desert scenery at every tight turn. Red rock beauty on an … Continue reading →