The region and homeland of the Apache, who when pursued, would just dissolve into it's landscape, and take routes to pass through these mountains, that we'll retrace. Discuss survival topics, foraging' techniques, seasonal analysis, plant identifications, small animal hunting techniques, survival camping skills, the ecology, botany, wildlife and geology of this vast and wild area. Discuss Southwest Native American History, the basics of self sufficiency and survival philosophies of those Ancient Cultures. Discover the raw beauty of Gila's Sunrise, Sunsets and the endless miles of challenging trails, varied Terrain and Gila's changing weather. Participants must be in relative good health.
Trips consist of daily intensive riding, and routes are always in a loop.
This ride emphasizes survival techniques and philosophies, minimal equipment, minimal impact, for functioning effectively in the Wilderness.