Pinal County, Arizona

Sometimes it's just too warm for a jacket, but chilly enough that a base layer alone just won't cut it. The Marmot Alpha 60 Vest has been my favorite piece to bridge that gap. It's lightweight, packable, and perfect for those in-between days. Despite the fact that I live in the supposedly hot de...

Traveling the United States in my van, I have plenty of opportunities to check out different cities, towns, and backwaters. I always ask myself, "Would I like living here?" Too often, the answer is no (I'm a picky sort, it turns out), but on my first trip to Tucson — and on every trip since — the...

Tucson, Arizona is an adventurer's paradise. When the rest of the country is bundled up for winter, Tucson opens its arms wide with sunny skies and t-shirt temperatures. Plus, pretty much any direction you look, you'll be face-to-face with the wild.  There are five mountain ranges surrounding Tuc...

Tucson is known for its rich cultural heritage, great eats, and cool vibe, but it's also an adventure destination of the first order. Surrounded by desert, mountains, and Arizona's enigmatic "Sky Islands," there is plenty more to do just outside this city's borders. This spring, make Tucson your ...

For an authentic, down-to-earth Southwestern experience, make your way to Tucson, Arizona. This city in the Sonoran Desert has all the ingredients for a perfectly adventurous weekend.  Surrounded by mountains yet nestled in the desert, Tucson has great food, cool cultural events, and is known for...