Hiking Club helps clear Oracle Passage

Back row: Elisabeth Wheeler, Garret Ressing, Dave Brinker, Stan Smith, Jerry Patrin, Ray Peale, Fred Norris, Randy Park, Kent Naugle, Shawn Redfield and Tom Kimmel; front: Jackie Hall, Mary Croft, Candy Patrin, Kathy Gish and Marilynn Smith; photo by Sandra Sowell

Back row: Elisabeth Wheeler, Garret Ressing, Dave Brinker, Stan Smith, Jerry Patrin, Ray Peale, Fred Norris, Randy Park, Kent Naugle, Shawn Redfield and Tom Kimmel; front: Jackie Hall, Mary Croft, Candy Patrin, Kathy Gish and Marilynn Smith; photo by Sandra Sowell

The SaddleBrooke Hiking Club is making a significant difference on the Oracle Passage of the Arizona National Scenic Trail. This nationally recognized trail is being used by hikers, backpackers, bikers and horse riders from all over the United States and beyond. In February 17 volunteers removed overgrowth, widened the trail corridor and improved tread for a more enjoyable trail experience between the American Flag Ranch House and Oracle State Park. On March 16 the SaddleBrooke Hiking Club will work on the Arizona National Trail in Oracle State Park. If you would like to join us for this work outing contact Mary Croft at 651-270-1660 for details.