Adventure Outdoors Magazine Spring 2018 | Page 103

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EYES ON THE SKIES. FEET ON THE GROUND.
ENJOY IT ALL HERE.
Discover hundreds of trails, from level loops to steep climbs gaining
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thousands of feet. Sierra Vista’s sky islands — ground like
no other.
Extraordinary skies showing daily.
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There is no better way to get acquainted with the Huachu-
cas than participating in the second annual Sky Islands
Summit Challenge on May 26. The Challenge is a great
opportunity to discover the Huachucas while putting your
mettle to the test. Take on one, two, or three peaks—all in
one day—and enjoy knock-out views along the way.
Last year’s top time for the 18.1 mile triple summit challenge
was 4:34:10, an amazing feat considering that the top time
in the 10.8-mile single summit challenge was 5:24:55.
The Challenge begins around sun-up (and sunrise photos
are just as awe-inspiring as sunsets). Transportation to the
trailheads is provided. Challengers pass through unique
ecosystems as they gain elevation, from grassy slopes to
canopied forests. At the summits, exquisite, top-of-the-
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world views will make your shutter finger twitch, so stash
a camera in your bag, along with an ample supply of H2O
and snacks.
Round out the day at the Wine, Beer & Spirits Festival in
the heart of Sierra Vista. Arizona is earning a reputation for
excellent wine, and the majority of the state’s vineyards
are within an hour or so of Sierra Vista. The Festival will
feature 15 or so wineries alongside Arizona’s microbrews
and distilleries, plus some great music to keep things lively.
Be sure to stick around through May 27 for the special
brunch and winery tour, also with transportation provided.
Make Sierra Vista, Arizona your Memorial Day weekend
destination. Get the details and start planning your trip at
SipsAndSkies.SierraVistaAZ.gov.