Friends in High Places

We've reached the Grand Canyon, the cornerstone of every American family's roadtrip to discover our nation's extremely diverse natural wonders. And though the scenery is fantastic, the real gems of our northern Arizona experience are the people we have had the pleasure of meeting.

While in Prescott, we were kindly put up for a few days by Jim and Valerie, a young retired couple whose youthful exuberance far exceeds that of most of America's 20 year olds. Quite honestly, these were two of the nicest people I have ever had the pleasure of meeting. When they found out that our cycling route would not be taking us through Sedona, they took it upon themselves to drive us there and take us hiking so that we would have the opportunity to see the spectacular red rock country.

In addition to these fine folks, we also had the opportunity to meet up with two other like minded souls for a quick bite at the Prescott Brew Pub. Josh and Mike were friends who had thru hiked the PCT a few years ago, and it was great to spend some time exchanging stories from the road and plans for future adventures. It's amazing that the beauty of Arizona goes far beyond its landscapes, it is also captured within its fine citizens.

-Erik