There ain’t no mountain high enough to keep John Beede from climbing on. Through rain or shine, the 32-year-old’s goal is to hike the highest mountain on each of the world’s seven continents, known as the Seven Summits.
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Longtime Southern Nevadans who love the Mojave Desert nevertheless often develop a desire to explore other arid landscapes. Typically, they dream of the Sonoran Desert, whose scenery may have inspired them to live in the Southwest. An excellent place to fulfill that desire is in and around Tucson, Ariz. There are dozens of places to take in the flora and fauna, but two places stand out: Saguaro National Park and the Arizona-Sonora Desert Museum, which has one of the world’s best zoos.
From fine arts to rugged hikes and a deeply revered history, Prescott, Ariz., offers a wealth of activities and sights for visitors.
Branch Whitney has hiked and climbed more than 3,000 miles, led more than 2,000 hikers to summits and blazed wild and rewarding scrambling routes all over the Southwest. On Sept. 9, he hosted an information session at the Rainbow Library, which coincided with cooling temperatures that are perfect for hiking.
Cerca country celebrates Nevada, offers late-season festivals and events, and gears up for the holidays in November.
In celebration of Nevada Day and Craig Ranch Regional Park’s one-year anniversary, recreation fanatics will have an opportunity to gather and explore the vast outdoors of the Mojave Desert.
By engaging the children with hands-on activities, instructor Bonnie Kulwin teaches students about health and kitchen safety while they how learn to cook and bake through classes offered by the city of Henderson.
The city of Henderson is closer to achieving its goal of providing a park within a half mile of every residence as the Inspirada community celebrated the opening of its Capriola and Potenza parks Oct. 4.
Times are tough, no doubt about it. Especially on a reduced income.