This will be about a 5 mile hike with a lengthy drive (all-wheel drive) to the trailhead, so you will need plenty of time for this hike. The drive one way to the TH is about 45 minutes total. Poles recommended. $3.00 Carpool contribution from from Cultural Park parking lot.

This hikes has some steep parts getting up on top of the mesa, there are also some areas where we are scrambling up some rocks. Poles are a good idea. Depending on the temperatures, there could be ice. Hike is about 3 miles, 450 ft of elevation. Moderate hike for Amblers.

We will form carpools to facilitate parking at the trail head.

Meet-up and sign-in will be at the Jordan Trailhead at 8:30 a.m. While rated "Medium", this is not an entry-level hike. Ledges and climbs/descents in areas of loose rocks/soil will be encountered. Hiking poles are recommended.

Meet at the Transept Trailhead - Verde Valley School Road. Poles suggested. This is a more difficult hike than stats reflect. Steep sections and scrambling up/down loose rocks. Lots of ups and downs.

Carpooling required for this hike due to limited parking. Do not come if you're not willing to carpool. This is a long tough hike. Be prepared.

Hike is about 3.5 miles with 400 ft elevation gain. Ledgey in spots.

Meet at Yavapai Vista parking lot.

This hike takes us to Pac Man Rock where we will take our snack break. A parking pass is required. Poles are recommended.

Hiking poles recommended.

Registration opens: 12 noon November 30 by email only, to Tim Lowrey, Asst Tracker Boss, vittadinia@gmail.com Trackers events fill up fast, so mark your calendars. To give everyone an equal chance, early registrations will not be accepted. The Trackers are going to Northern Arizona University (NAU) in Flagstaff on Wednesday, December 14 from 8:30 – 3:00 for a Behind the Scenes Tour of the NAU biological collections. We will be given a personal tour by each of the curators of the four biological collections in the Biology Department: Deaver Herbarium; Arthropod Collection; Marine Invertebrates and Mollusks; Vertebrate Collections. Used for teaching and research at NAU, the collections are worldwide in scope but emphasize northern Arizona and the southwestern US. The collections function as “biological observatories” that provide baseline data for current and future studies of biodiversity as well as climate and environmental change. We will see the specimens and interact with the staff and researchers. After the tour concludes we will have lunch at Delhi Palace, 2500 S Woodlands Village Blvd, Suite #8, in Flagstaff. www.delhipalaceflagstaff.com Maximum enrollment: 12 Pre-registration required; waiting list will be maintained. Please use “NAU collections tour” in the subject line of your email. Cancellations, by email, will be appreciated so those on the waiting list can be accommodated. Cost Lunch + recommended $5/person contribution to the drivers.

Meet at Yavapai Vista TrailHead.

Meet-up and sign-in will be at the Huckaby Trailhead. A parking pass is required. Hiking poles are highly recommended due to the slippery descent from Huckaby Windows.

Will start from Jordan Street TH and meet there also at 830 AM.

Hiking sticks advised. Pretty mellow hike through the forest. Meet up at 9:00 since parking at the trailhead should not be a problem. Trailhead is at the shooting range off of Dry Creek Rd.

Meet at the Morgan road parking lot.

After meeting in the VOC behind the mall, we will carpool to Verde Valley School Road not far from the Turkey Creek trailhead and park there. High Clearance vehicles are not needed for this.

Sign-in will be at Sombart Lane TH at 9:00 AM (179 at the Circle K) . If you want to carpool, plan to leave PG or VOC at 8:45.

The hike will be a loop to the Templeton Trail from Yavapai Vista.

The hike is difficult and not for the faint of heart with several climbs up and down cracks and with ledge exposure.

Carpooling essential as parking is tight. We will start the hike at the Teacup/Sugarloaf Trailhead lot, at the north end of Little Elf Dr. Take Coffee Pot Dr., then L onto Sanborn Dr., then R onto Little Elf Dr. to the end. Early lunch on summit of Sugarloaf Mt. If unvaccinated for COVID, it is strongly recommended to wear a mask during the hike meet-up and sign-in, and to refrain from carpooling.

Meet at Shooting range. Regarding the "HC" (high clearance) designation, the dirt road to the trail head is rough. But, it is passable with a regular passenger car that sits higher off the ground. SUV types of vehicles are better suited. Don't plan to drive your Corvette to the trail head.

After the meetup and sign-in in VOC, we will carpool to the Turkey Creek Trailhead. Parking is limited. Take Verde Valley School Road until it becomes a gravel road. In about a quarter-mile, the trailhead is on the left, a road sign points to it. No parking pass is required. Hiking poles are recommended. If unvaccinated for COVID, it is strongly recommended to wear a mask during the hike meet-up and sign-in, and to refrain from carpooling.

This hike will go up Horse Mesa to the "Citadel" ruins site. Poles are recommended due to the steep descent from the Mesa top. Meet up at the trail head on Jack's Canyon Rd. This dirt lot is about 2 miles from the turn on 179, on the right, with a small sign indicating the dirt road.

Pretty easy hike that starts out in a dirt canyon and then to the Mescal amphitheater.

We need high clearance vehicles needed to drive a short way down FR152.

This version is just under 5 miles. This is not an entry-level hike. The notch is very steep, poles are needed along with six foot spacing between hikers. Lots of loose soil and rocks. If unvaccinated for COVID, it is strongly recommended to wear a mask during the hike meet-up and sign-in, and to refrain from carpooling.

An older trail hiked by Dogies last season. We will visit Earl's cabin, hike on up Dry Creek drainage and then go beyond to Earls Loop and a breathtaking vista for lunch.

This hike follows Girdner, Roundabout, Remnant, Bottom Out and Outer Limits. It will be about 4 miles with about 150-200' elevation gain.

Hiking sticks are recommended. Caution, There is exposure on this hike.

After the sign-in in VOC, we will carpool to the Baldwin Trailhead. A pass is required. Although this is an overall moderate hike, it is not an entry-level hike. This hike features steep climbs through loose soil and rocks, ledges, and a steep descent through a slot. The hike will end with a visit to Oak Creek near Red Rock Crossing. Poles are recommended. If unvaccinated for COVID, it is strongly recommended to wear a mask during the hike meet-up and sign-in, and to refrain from carpooling.

We will meet at Sunset Park in west Sedona and go from there, due to parking restrictions at the trailhead. Please try to park near the far west end, close to the tennis courts.

Hike will have a few challenging twists from prior years. A difficult hike and may not be appropriate for a first time Mustang hiker.

Really nice hike that parallels nearby Schnebly Rd. Easy to moderate Amblers hike. We follow a creek for part of the hike. Interesting rock formations. Trailhead is at the end of the paved section of Schnebly Rd.

Meet at Schnebly Hill trail parking. This will be an out and back hike down to Oak Creek. 5.2 miles

After sign-in at PG, we will carpool to the Aerie Trailhead. A parking pass is not required. Hiking poles are recommended. Lots of loose, rocky soil on the initial climb and descent. This is not an entry-level hike. For the rock scramble to the top of Cockscomb, we will be in close quarters. Maintaining adequate social distancing will be difficult, so please bring a mask for this short phase of the climb.

This hike will take parts of Thunder Mountain, Chimney Rock, Lizard Head, and Andante trails. We will carpool from PG to the Trailhead known as "Little Elf" or Sugarloaf or Teacup after we meetup at 9 a.m. This hike is different than originally mapped, because of a change of leaders at the last minute. Parking at this trailhead is very limited, so carpooling is a necessity.

The hike is in Thunder Mtn area featuring the highlights in the foothills but does not include the climb to the top of Capital Butte (Thunder Mountain).

The weather forecast indicates it may be a warm day. Make sure you properly hydrate before the hike and bring sufficient water for the hike (2 litres or more).

Doesn't it seem like a good opportunity to meet-up for a post-hike Re-Hydration get together??.     UPDATE     It is, indeed, a GREAT opportunity... For all Westerners, either hiking Thurs or just looking to socialize, we will meet-up after the hike at the local institution, Oak Creek Brewery (2050 Yavapai Drive - close to Basha's). Hope to see everyone there for the Mustangs' last Re-Hydration social of the 2018-2019 season!!

We will meet up at Posse Ground and then carpool to Sunset Park which is near the trailhead with ample parking. Beautiful hike through some changing topography. Poles are a good idea since there are some rocky areas. Easy to moderate Amblers hike.

About 4 miles in length. Poles recommended

This hike will be a loop using the new system trails in the vicinity of Rabbit Ears. The loop is 5.8 miles and the CEG is 624'. Poles are recommended. If unvaccinated for COVID, it is strongly recommended to wear a mask during the hike meet-up and sign-in, and to refrain from carpooling.

Meet up in VOC on the east side of the Village Vista shops. From Sedona take 179 south to the Jacks Canyon round about, turn east and then left at the first street which is Cortez. We will carpool to the trailhead on Verde Valley School Road. This is a great hike, scenic views. There are some easy up and downs, no big climbs. The trail has some loose rocks and there is a lot of dust, so poles are a good idea. Easy hike.

Different version from previous years. Note, early start due to parking issues

Short Steep Climb up. Poles needed

Hiking poles are recommended. If unvaccinated for COVID, it is strongly recommended to wear a mask during the hike meet-up and sign-in, and to refrain from carpooling.

Steep and slippery descents.

Parking may be an issue, hence the earlier meet up time. There will be a sign in at Posse Ground and also at the VOC meet up behind the Village Vista shops. After sign in both groups will carpool to the trailhead at Yavapai Vista parking lot, on 179 past the Back O' Beyond roundabout. Park in the lower part of the parking lot as the trail we start out on begins there. This hike is between 4.5 and 5 miles, meanders between Yavapai Vista and Cathedral Rock. Nice change of topography on this hike. There are a couple of easy climbs, and some hiking in a wash. As always poles are a good idea.

Beautiful views, sticks recommended

If unvaccinated for COVID, it is strongly recommended to wear a mask during the hike meet-up and sign-in, and to refrain from carpooling.

Meet at Huckaby (Schnebly Hill) Trailhead. Poles recommended.

New Hike - aka, Big Park Overlook and More. Meetup and sign-in will be at the Baldwin TH parking area at the end of Verde Valley School Rd. (Note, a parking pass is required.) From there, we will carpool a short distance to the trailhead to commence the hike. Hike ends back at the Baldwin TH. Beware, this hike has steep ascents and descents.

Note the 8:00 a.m. meet-up time in VOC due to parking limitations at the trailhead on weekends. A parking pass is required. Poles are recommended.

One of the more difficult Dogie hikes. Steep downhill on Norm's Notch. Note changed to 8:00 am start.

Soldiers Heights in reverse. Some walking along cliffs with drop offs.

Nice hike with some ups and downs. A short but somewhat steep climb up to the Ant Hill; but, otherwise, a pretty mellow hike with some terrain changes. Poles are a good idea. Moderate Amblers hike.

Meet at Sunset Park parking lot in West Sedona off Sunset Dr.

Meet-up and sign-in will be at the Fay Canyon Trailhead at 8:30. A parking pass is required. Poles are recommended.

MEET AT 8:00 A.M. at the Bell Rock Vista Trailhead parking lot for hike sign in and start. This lot is just north of the VOC, immediately past the Circle K convenience store. The early meet-up is due to limited parking spaces. The Rabbit Ears hike will follow an entirely different route than the Drovers version of this hike in February. There is an optional steep scramble up to the base of the Rabbit Ears rock formation.

An extended version of the popular Dogies' hike, with additional red rock views. Meet up at Broken Arrow trail head. We are meeting early to avoid the crowd at the TH.

We have meet ups in 2 locations. Posse Ground and in VOC on the east side of the Vista Village Shops off of Cortez and Jacks Cayon Rd. Meet up is at 8:00 due to limited of parking at the trailhead. We will carpool to the trailhead location off of Chapel Rd, where the Mystic trailhead is. We actually take off from the Chapel parling lot, but not sure we can park there. We join up with Little Horse Trail but veer off to the right where the trail takes you up to Chicken Point. We then enter into a wilderness area. This is a social trail with beautiful views. It is not maintained. There are areas where the trail is overgrown with tree limbs and other thorny plants. Long sleeves and long pants are recommended, as are poles! There are some relatively steep ups and downs. This is a hard Amblers hike.

Note this hike is not for everyone. It involves lots of scrambling, loose footing and slots. That said hike is very rewarding and has not been done in recent years.

This variation of the Lizard Head hike is 4.1 miles long with a 1,000' CEG. This is one of the more challenging Drover hikes. Hiking poles are recommended. If unvaccinated for COVID, it is strongly recommended to wear a mask during the hike meet-up and sign-in, and to refrain from carpooling.

Meeting place will be at Huckaby (Schnebly Road) Trailhead. Moderate hike with an optional rock scramble. NINE A.M. meetup and start.

Meet up is at Sunset Park. The trail head is off of Shelby Rd near the recycling center. About 4.5 miles, some up and down. Moderate Ambler hike.

Descending steep cracks, poles recommend

Total mileage between 5.5 and 6 miles!

Meet-up and sign-in will be at the Huckaby Trailhead at 8:00 am. Get there early as the parking lot fills quickly. A parking pass is required. This is a difficult hike with ledges and a slot. This version of the hike will be approximately 5.5 miles.

Meet early at PG (8:00 a.m.) then carpool/drive to Boynton Canyon TH. Parking permit required.

A really good hike for those who might still be feeling a little guilty regarding any over-indulgences during the Thanksgiving holiday.

In addition to working-off the Thanksgiving meal and those wonderful leftovers, it's time again to make sure we're re-hydrating after hiking...

For the day's hikers whose schedules will permit - and any other Westerner members that wish to join us after the hike - it has been proposed to have a post-hike meet-up at that institutional Village of Oak Creek watering hole, PJ's Village Pub, 40 West Cortez Dr, to discuss the day's hiking adventure, get to know any of our new members, and participate in general camaraderie of the Club.

This hike does a circumnavigation of Doe Mtn. There are some ups and downs, poles are a good idea. This hike is about 5.5 miles, great views. About 400 ft of elevation gain. Moderate Amblers hike. Meet up at Posse Ground where we will then carpool to the Aerie Trailhead parking lot.

Meet at Yavapai Vista Trailhead.

A new Mustangs hike for the 2019-2020 season. Multiple fine views, plus some geology of interest. Long pants recommended as there is some bushwhacking.

Meet up is at 8:00 in VOC, east side of the Vista Village shops off of 179 and Jacks Canyon Rd. and Posse Ground. This will be a loop hike utilizing a number of trails north of Bell and Courthouse Rocks. About 4.5 miles. Beautiful hike with scenery and topography changes.

Hiking sticks recommended. See you there!

Meet-up and sign-in will be at Posse Grounds. From there we will carpool to a parking area called, "The Rocks", on Long Canyon Rd just beyond the "Mud Puddle" parking area. The rules will be read at the parking area.

Hiking sticks recommended due to some steep & slippery sections.

We will meet at the VOC location which is the east side of the Vista Village shops off of Jacks Canyon Rd and Cortez and then carpool to the trailhead on Jacks Canyon. This is a fairly new route to an old favorite.

Sedona hikers may want to car pool from Posse Grounds to the Outlet Mall in VOC, meet at PG at 7:30 am

Meet at Thunder Mountain trailhead off Thunder Mountain Rd in West Sedona.

Meet-up and sign-in will be at the Jordan (Brins Mesa) Trailhead at 8:00 a.m. A parking pass is required. Get there early as the parking lot fills up quickly. This is one of the more difficult Dover hikes with long, exposed ledges and steep slots. Poles recommended. We will have two breaks.

This hike is in the Broken Arrow / Jim Bryant area. Steep Slot. Note early start time.

We will meet up at Posse Ground and then carpool to the parking area for Long Canyon. I've made the meet up time earlier due to the parking issues. Our destination is a rock formation that makes an amphitheater and is a wonderful break spot. This hike takes us through a variety of changes, from open, sandy trail to a forest. We will go about 5 miles. This is an in and out hike. Poles are a good idea as we do cross a dry wash a few times.

Hiking sticks and water shoes are suggested. There is a lot of water (as of 9/28/17) and it is recommended that a towel and change of socks also be carried. Dress accordingly. Cottonwood members can meet at Tuzigoot at 8:30 am to form carpools with the rest of the group.

This hike will be longer than the average Rustler Hike.

Happy Easter! Due to an event at PG this weekend, we will now meet-up and sign-in at "The Rocks" on Long Canyon Rd just beyond the "Mud Puddle" parking area. "The Rocks" is the last roadside parking area before the resort entrance. We will read the rules at 8:00 am. Get there early to get a parking spot!

swimming at "The Notch" is an option, bring swim suits if interested.

This is an all day trip. Meet at VOC to car pool to the Grand Canyon. VOC meet up is on the east side of the Vista Village Shops off of Cortez Dr The hike will be on the South Kaibab Trail to Ooh Aah Point, 1.8 miles round trip, 685' elevation loss/gain. We will take the park shuttle bus from the Visitor Center to the trailhead. Following this short hike, we will stop at the Desert View Watchtower, then end the day at Cameron's Trading Post for a late lunch before heading home. Bring money for lunch.

Meet up is at 9:00 AM at the Sandy's Canyon TH (on Lake Mary Road). Sign-in will be at the TH. Those who wish to carpool up the canyon, may meet at PG at 8:15, or at VOC at 8:00. Hike among the cool evergreens atop the rim. Lunch will be at Fischer Point.

In the area of West Clear Creek

Hike is a bit longer than normal Rustler's hikes but mostly flat with lots of shade and scenic surrounding canyon walls.

Sign-in and reading of the rules will be at the Jim Thompson (Jordan) Trailhead at 8:00 a.m. Poles are recommended. Get to the trailhead early to make sure you get a parking spot.

Hiking sticks recommended due to some steep & slippery sections.

Sign in changed to 8:00 am dual sign in. It may be chilly in the morning so come prepared.

We will hike to Submarine Rock and then onto Chicken Point via the Broken Arrow Trail. This hike has some ups and downs and much of it is on the red rocks. When we scouted the rocks were quite dusty and consequently very slick. Poles are a really good idea on this hike. We will meet up at both Posse Ground and VOC and then carpool to the Broken Arrow Trailhead. Moderate Amblers hike, right at 5 miles.

We will meet at Fay Canyon trailhead and hike past the end of the trail to a break spot in a wash surrounded by red rocks. A parking pass is required. Some bouldering in the wash with a couple of "hands and feet" steep scrambling sections are required on a narrow trail. Hiking poles recommended.

Meet-up and sign-in will be at the Huckaby Trailhead at 8:00 a.m. Get there early due to parking. A pass is required. Poles recommended for steep ascent to and descent from the saddle.

Meet at the Brins Mesa /Jim Thompson Trailhead off of Jordan Road. Bring trailhead parking pass. Bring snack and lunch. Earlier start at 8 a.m. to insure enough parking spaces are still available for all hikers.

We will meet up at the new parking lot near the Mescal Trail. Turn right when Dry Creek Rd dead ends, and the new parking area is on the left side of the road about 1/2 mile. This is a great hike that goes in and out of the forest and has spectacular views as well as very interesting rock formations. We will take a little side trip to visit the Van Deren cabin, which is an historic Sedona landmark. When we scouted the hike there were lots of wildflowers in bloom. There are a lot of ups and downs n this hike. Poles are a good idea The hike is a moderate Ambles hike at 5.5 miles.

We will carpool to Munds Park area for hike.

Meet-up and sign-in will be at the Broken Arrow Trailhead at 8:00 a.m. Be there early to get a parking spot. A parking pass is not required. This hike is a shorter version of the published hike (approximately 4 miles). Poles are recommended.

Note early start time due to distance to TH. Those coming from VOC will sign in at trailhead. 1200+ CEG, ending at 9800'.