Author Archives: Ron and Denise

It had dropped down into the low 30s overnight and there was a strong breeze this morning, making it a bit nippy outside. Ron checked the tire pressure and looks like we have a slow leak in one of the Airstream tires. In researching tools and equipment for our trip, Ron came across ViAir PortableContinue reading “Feb 16, 2023 Day 1 Quartzite, AZ”

The rain and winds stopped during the night and the skies are clear this morning. It’s chilly but the air is crystal clear from the rain and it’s a beautiful morning with blue skies and big puffy clouds. Superstitious Mountains has some snow, and, in the distance, we see some snowcapped mountains. It’s quite aContinue reading “Feb 15, 2023 Day 12 Lost Dutchman Apache Junction, AZ”

High winds today at 22mph and gusts of 50, and temperatures hovered around 52 degrees. Since we are leaving Thursday morning, we made a trip to the laundromat. It was busy but we got in and out fairly quickly. I also created a ‘click list’ from Fry’s Marketplace to stock up on groceries before headingContinue reading “Feb 14, 2023 Day 11 Lost Dutchman Apache Junction, AZ”

It was raining when we got up around 7:00am and continued for off and on for a couple of hours. Ron ran into Walmart for a quick haircut, and she did a great job on it – no Pineapple cut here Joe! Since we are heading into an area with not a lot of resources,Continue reading “Feb 13, 2023 Day 10 Lost Dutchman Apache Junction, AZ”

The forecast calls for upper 70s and it was accurate. It’s the warmest day we’ve had but there’s a nice breeze and with the low humidity here, it’s comfortable but not so much for Justice. After checking into the Renaissance Festival, we decided to skip it and opted instead to have a leisurely day atContinue reading “Feb 12, 2023 Day 9 Lost Dutchman Apache Junction, AZ”

Happy Birthday to Ashton Norris, 13 years old! Happy Birthday to Noah Birt – 15 years old! Happy Birthday to Cole Guerra – 24 years old! We are so proud of all of you!! Today we visited Tonto National Monument, the Cliff Dwellers near Roosevelt, AZ. It was a 1 1/2-hour drive and enroute weContinue reading “Feb 11, 2023 Day 8 Lost Dutchman Apache Junction, AZ”

It was cool this morning and somewhat breezy, but the temperature climbed to 67 degrees by mid-afternoon. We had a lazy day around camp and did not accomplish much but we find we need that on occasion. I was working and heard a commotion outside my window that faces a dry wash covered in brushContinue reading “Feb 10,2023 Day 6 Lost Dutchman Apache Junction, AZ”

The wind kicks up in the morning and keeps it up all day. Although there is a chill in the gusts, the temperatures reach 66 degrees by mid-afternoon. Ron decides to give the City of Apache Junction a call to find out if they allow metal detecting in the parks and they do! He headsContinue reading “Feb 9, 2023 Day 6 Lost Dutchman Apache Junction, AZ”

Weather is a repeat of yesterday, lows in the 40s and highs in the 60s. I had some work to do, and Ron was able to get some good photos of birds in the trees and bushes around the campsite. Ron’s prescription was filled at the local Walmart, and we plan to pick it upContinue reading “Feb 8, 2023 Day 5 Lost Dutchman Apache Junction, AZ”

It was in the low 40s overnight, and the forecast is calling for blue skies, sunny, and mid60s for daytime highs. We have some errands to take care of today, starting with getting a propane tank filled. A TSC is located nearby, and their website indicates they refill propane tanks, and we can pick upContinue reading “Feb 7, 2023 Day 4 Lost Dutchman Apache Junction, AZ”

It’s a bit chilly this morning but temperatures climb throughout the day, making a pleasant day for hiking. We decided to take Justice up to the dog park and then checked out a nearby trail adjacent to the dog park. Fortunately, we had the camera with us because we spotted what we believe to be,Continue reading “Feb 6, 2023 Day 3 Lost Dutchman Apache Junction, AZ”

It’s a beautiful morning with blue skies and sunshine – a typical Arizona morning in the winter! Not only is the Lost Dutchman a popular campground, but there is also a steady stream of day hikers, picnickers, birdwatchers, and sightseers to this iconic park. There are over 12 miles of trails within the state campground,Continue reading “Feb 5, 2023 Day 2 Lost Dutchman Apache Junction, AZ”

It is travelling day and the route has our next campground about 1 1/2 hours southeast of us. There is no interstate to travel, and our route starts out by taking us through Fountain Hills. As we are packing up and preparing to leave, Ron sees 4 birds in the air in formation – it’sContinue reading “Feb 4, 2023 Day 1 Lost Dutchman Apache Junction, AZ”

Although the temperatures are forecast to 70 degrees, it’s a cloudy day – one of the few we’ve seen while in this park. It’s Friday, and many of the campers who we’ve seen this week are pulling out today and new ones pulling in. We also see some families with school-aged children and some grandparentsContinue reading “Feb 3, 2023 Day 6 McDowell Mtn Scottsdale, AZ”

It cooled off to the low 40s overnight but today there’s not a cloud in the sky and temperatures are promised to be in the low 60s. Ron left early with camera in hand to see if he can get any owl photos or any new birds we haven’t seen. He did not have anyContinue reading “Feb 2, 2023 Day 5 McDowell Mtn Scottsdale, AZ”