My first Ragnar relay, Feb. 22-23, was an unforgettable experience that pushed me to my limits and gave me an unrivaled sense of accomplishment. Ragnar is a 12-person, 200 mile relay race, with courses around the country. My nerves didn't let me get a wink of sleep the night before Ragnar Del Sol. Our team had met to decorate our vans and pack some of our stuff. I came home and finished ... Read more
Hiking at White Tank Mountain Regional Park
White Tank Mountain Regional Park is one of the most gorgeous parks I've seen in the Valley. The views as sunset approaches are incredible, especially the light over the peaks. I found some trails suitable for beginners in mountain biking, too. As you look to the east and south, you're treated to views of the city. With the beauty also came a bit of a warning. Mountain lions ... Read more
Spring-training at Surprise Stadium
We wanted to spread the love among as many spring-training facilities as possible, so my companions and I chose to watch the Kansas City Royals play the Chicago White Sox at Surprise Stadium today. While it's quite a drive from the Tempe area, it's a nice stadium and, unlike other venues, parking is free. I was also pleased to find that lawn tickets were $7 instead of $8. The lawn section was the ... Read more