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Contact information and how-to for these events is listed at the end of each entry.
Be sure to check back for an updated list of outings. Conditions such as weather, fire restrictions, and other factors can change our trips on short notice.
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June
June 12-13—Apache Creek Wilderness Trail Work, Prescott National Forest
In celebration of National Trails Day,
AWC’s sixth National Trails Day event will consist of trail maintenance and an overnight under the stars in Apache Wilderness, a wild gem on the Prescott National Forest. Apache Creek is one of the least visited wilderness areas on the Prescott National Forest and offers beautiful vistas, remote recreation, and abundant wildlife. Working at 5,400 feet, we are sure to feel comfortable day time working temperatures and cool sleeping conditions. Because we are celebrating National Trails Day at this event, AWC will provide volunteers with dinner on Saturday night and breakfast on Sunday morning.
See photos and read about this trip here!
August
 August 21-22—Hike into Hackberry Inventoried Roadless Area (IRA), Coconino National Forest
THIS TRIP HAS BEEN CANCELLED DUE TO A FAMILY EMERGENCY FOR THE TRIP LEADER. Apologies for the inconvenience. Please check back for updates, as this trip may be rescheduled later this fall.
This will be an overnight backpacking trip into an area proposed for wilderness designation by the Arizona Wilderness Coalition. It's a scenic 6.5 mile hike past Towel Peaks and culminates with camping along the Verde River. Don’t forget it’s another 6.5 miles back to the vehicles the next day! AWC practices rigorous Leave No Trace principles; be prepared to carry all your supplies, including food and water, for this trip.
For more information or to sign up, contact Sam Frank at sfrank@azwild.org or 928-717-6076
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September
September 25-26—Overnight Trip with Trail Work in Castle Creek Wilderness, Prescott National Forest
It takes a while to reach this trail head (possible Forest Service shuttle available), but the remote setting of this wilderness makes it worth it! This overnight event will require a little bit of every kind of trail work you can think of. The stunning views to take your mind off the sweat on your brow and soreness in your legs.
For more information or to sign up, contact Sam Frank at sfrank@azwild.org or 928-717-6076
Two great events being planned for late summer/early fall...
Grand Canyon National Park, South Side of the Canyon
An old road, located in potential wilderness, needs some help returning to a trail. This will be an overnight event within the Park. Details to be announced.
Mazatzal Wilderness Trail Work with Backcountry Horsemen of Central AZ
AWC and Back Country Horsemen of Central Arizona (BCHCAZ) have become co-segment stewards for an extremely rugged section of the Arizona Trail known as the Red Hills section. This 14-mile stretch of trail is remote, at high elevation, and overlooks the Verde River drainage. As co-segment stewards, we need to check on the trail and give it some TLC as necessary. Keep an eye out for details on this event.
For more information on these trips, contact Sam Frank at sfrank@azwild.org or 928-717-6076
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