Comments for Aaron & Jenny's Adventures

Comment on Cochise Stronghold-Sort Of by Karen

Karen — Sat, 18 Nov 2006 01:09:58 +0000

Hi, I loved your story and photos. I have a cabin in East Cochise Stronghold Canyon and really enjoy it when I am able to be there.

From your post I think some people might get confused as to what the Stronghold is. It is not a particular spot or place, it is the entire mountain range of the Dragoons but primarily the East and West Canyon with everything in-between.

The area became known as Cochise’s Stronghold because he lived there during the winter months. From the peaks it was very easy to see the enemy coming across the desert floor. Cochise, his family and followers were able to evade all comers by disappearing into the rugged terrain.

The Dragoons are a magical place and I am pleased that you too felt at home there. Perhaps we shall meet there someday?

Comment on Cochise Stronghold-Sort Of by Alicia

Alicia — Mon, 06 Nov 2006 07:54:25 +0000

Miss this place. It was nice of you to share your travels with us.

I used to live in the Stronghold Canyon (1/4 mile before the campground) as a child in the 1980’s. I now live in rainy Portland, OR. Oregon has its beauty as well, but, boy do I miss that boulder-hopping on a sunny day in my backyard as a child!

Comment on Cochise Stronghold-Sort Of by rick

rick — Sun, 07 May 2006 00:28:55 +0000

Hi,

I just got back from hiking the Cochise Trail. It was beautiful. I only made it to the second mile marker. I was beginning to worry because it was 3:30p and I wasn’t sure where the trail ended. There is no real information or map about the trail available. At some points the trail is unclear and I had to backtrack a couple of times. Do you remember the point where the trail changes from east to west and you come up out of the forest and you see that you are surrounded by beautiful green mountains and stone? That’s where I saw an eagle riding the winds. On the way back I saw a deer nibbling leaves off a tree. What an experience. Someday I want to finish the trek.

Rick

Comment on Escaping the Heat at 12,633 Feet by Tim Glenn

Tim Glenn — Sun, 02 Apr 2006 06:29:15 +0000

The trails you hike look amazing. You look really into this particular one… it looks like a toughy!! Was it? –Tim

Comment on Cochise Stronghold-Sort Of by monty

monty — Tue, 25 Oct 2005 15:55:45 +0000

We visited there last week and it was the highlight of a two week vacation. I’ve followed news about Cochise for years.

Comment on Zion Canyoneering by Alison

Alison — Sat, 08 Oct 2005 05:14:46 +0000

Jenny,
I had an awesome time as well and I’m glad you and Aaron were able to join us on the trip. This entry brought back many memories. I ‘d have to agree with the cold wet suit. I would have just kept my clothes on if I had known the wet suit was going to make me colder for the rest of the rappells. Oh well, live and learn.

Comment on Pine Canyon to Prison Camp by Leah

Leah — Tue, 27 Sep 2005 02:41:29 +0000

Saw the pics and they are amazing! Nature continues to amaze, doesn’t it? Thanks for posting, some of us still continue to read in our busy lives!

Comment on Zion Canyoneering by Joan

Joan — Sun, 24 Jul 2005 17:09:09 +0000

Jen,

Sounds amazing. I’m glad you guys had a great time. I don’t know if I’d have the courage for a stagnate pool swim. But that’s what adventures are all about.

Comment on Escaping the Heat at 12,633 Feet by Lance

Lance — Wed, 20 Jul 2005 15:28:56 +0000

AJ and Jenny — you should have taken your short skis and carved down that nice snowslope in back!

Comment on Pole Vaulting in Phoenix by Jason

Jason — Wed, 20 Apr 2005 20:10:25 +0000

Jen,

That is quite an accomplishment. Please keep us posted on your results as you continue competing. Aaron, you still reaching for 14’6″?