http://www.examiner.com/phoenix?cid=edition-by-channel-rss-Phoenix-Recreation Lastest News and Articles from Examiner.com Mon, 23 Nov 2009 23:14:29 GMT http://www.examiner.com/x-1195-Phoenix-Golf-Examiner~y2009m11d23-Fifty-More-Places-to-Play-Golf-Before-You-Die?cid=edition-by-channel-rss-Phoenix-Recreation All golfers dream about playing famous golf courses, historic courses, exotic courses or finding a hidden gem that's Off the Beaten Cart Path. Let's face it, we would all like to play just one round at Pebble Beach and St. Andrews both of... Mon, 23 Nov 2009 18:29:41 GMT David Marrandette - Phoenix Golf Examiner http://www.examiner.com/x-1195-Phoenix-Golf-Examiner~y2009m11d23-Fifty-More-Places-to-Play-Golf-Before-You-Die?cid=edition-by-channel-rss-Phoenix-Recreation http://www.examiner.com/x-26314-Phoenix-Cycling-Examiner~y2009m11d22-Thanksgiving-Day-bicycle-ride-info?cid=edition-by-channel-rss-Phoenix-Recreation There are a few impromptu rides throughout the valley on Thanksgiving day.  However the one ride that has grown for 27 years looms ahead this week.   So bundle up, get the bike ready and head out for a little exercise prior to your... Mon, 23 Nov 2009 08:36:25 GMT Joe Wells - Phoenix Cycling Examiner http://www.examiner.com/x-26314-Phoenix-Cycling-Examiner~y2009m11d22-Thanksgiving-Day-bicycle-ride-info?cid=edition-by-channel-rss-Phoenix-Recreation http://www.examiner.com/x-12453-Phoenix-Skateboarding-Examiner~y2009m11d22-Live-online-interview-with-Zombie-Skateboards?cid=edition-by-channel-rss-Phoenix-Recreation           Zombie fans should be pleased because Zombie Skateboards is getting interviewed again, this time live! Monday, November 23, at 2pm (AZ time of course). Tyson Herrell of Zombie Skateboards gets grilled on blogtalkradio... Mon, 23 Nov 2009 06:30:26 GMT Pierre Pratt - Phoenix Skateboarding Examiner http://www.examiner.com/x-12453-Phoenix-Skateboarding-Examiner~y2009m11d22-Live-online-interview-with-Zombie-Skateboards?cid=edition-by-channel-rss-Phoenix-Recreation http://www.examiner.com/x-4767-Phoenix-Golf-News-Examiner~y2009m11d20-Holiday-shopping-for-golf?cid=edition-by-channel-rss-Phoenix-Recreation Believe it or not but the holiday season is fast approaching. While the retail world may live or die based on shoppers’ buying habits on Black Friday results, the golf industry doesn’t participate in this phenomenon. However, golf fans... Fri, 20 Nov 2009 22:54:00 GMT Terry McAndrew - Phoenix Golf News Examiner http://www.examiner.com/x-4767-Phoenix-Golf-News-Examiner~y2009m11d20-Holiday-shopping-for-golf?cid=edition-by-channel-rss-Phoenix-Recreation http://www.examiner.com/x-20114-Phoenix-Running-Examiner~y2009m11d19-Caster-Semenya-allowed-to-retain-her-Gold-medal?cid=edition-by-channel-rss-Phoenix-Recreation Caster Semenya, the South African runner who had her gender called into question following her 800-meter gold medal from the world championships, has been told she will be allowed to keep her medal and prize money. However, the public will be... Fri, 20 Nov 2009 00:32:37 GMT Eric Rutin - Phoenix Running Examiner http://www.examiner.com/x-20114-Phoenix-Running-Examiner~y2009m11d19-Caster-Semenya-allowed-to-retain-her-Gold-medal?cid=edition-by-channel-rss-Phoenix-Recreation http://www.examiner.com/x-18708-Phoenix-Camping-Examiner~y2009m11d18-Pleasant-Valley-hub-page?cid=edition-by-channel-rss-Phoenix-Recreation Listed below are campgrounds found in the Pleasant Valley district of the Tonto National Forest. Most of these campgrounds lie between 5000 and 7000 feet and are fine destinations from mid spring the early fall. Pleasant Valley was the site of the Pleasant... Thu, 19 Nov 2009 11:04:52 GMT Tony Padegimas - Phoenix Camping Examiner http://www.examiner.com/x-18708-Phoenix-Camping-Examiner~y2009m11d18-Pleasant-Valley-hub-page?cid=edition-by-channel-rss-Phoenix-Recreation http://www.examiner.com/x-20328-Phoenix-Scuba-Diving-Examiner~y2009m11d16-Scuba-Report-Lake-Pleasant-November-16-2009?cid=edition-by-channel-rss-Phoenix-Recreation The weather and the water are a little cooler out at the lake these days.  However, neither of these changes are keeping Scuba divers from Lake Pleasant.  The shorelines are still peppered with Scuba divers from all parts of the Metro area... Tue, 17 Nov 2009 04:09:52 GMT John Flanders - Phoenix Scuba Diving Examiner http://www.examiner.com/x-20328-Phoenix-Scuba-Diving-Examiner~y2009m11d16-Scuba-Report-Lake-Pleasant-November-16-2009?cid=edition-by-channel-rss-Phoenix-Recreation http://www.examiner.com/x-28938-Phoenix-Outdoor-Recreation-Examiner~y2009m11d7-Some-of-Arizonas-great-ideas-Lost-Dutchman-State-Park-and-Boyce-Thompson-Arboretum-State-Park?cid=edition-by-channel-rss-Phoenix-Recreation A short drive, (42 miles) from Central and Washington, downtown Phoenix. A place to hike, enjoy nature, camp or just relax and watch the stars. Tom Fisher is the manager of Lost Dutchman State Park. He knows his stuff and will do his best to take... Sun, 08 Nov 2009 03:57:43 GMT Scott Stahl - Phoenix Outdoor Recreation Examiner http://www.examiner.com/x-28938-Phoenix-Outdoor-Recreation-Examiner~y2009m11d7-Some-of-Arizonas-great-ideas-Lost-Dutchman-State-Park-and-Boyce-Thompson-Arboretum-State-Park?cid=edition-by-channel-rss-Phoenix-Recreation http://www.examiner.com/x-24978-Phoenix-Camping-Gear-Examiner~y2009m10d13-Here-is-camping-gear-with-fun-written-all-over-it?cid=edition-by-channel-rss-Phoenix-Recreation   Welcome.  Today I have an exciting piece of camping gear, which has a lot of different applications, and is very unique. This equipment is just a fantastic invention. The price may prohibitive to some, for now, but believe me, it is something... Tue, 13 Oct 2009 12:59:51 GMT Danny Kelley - Phoenix Camping Gear Examiner http://www.examiner.com/x-24978-Phoenix-Camping-Gear-Examiner~y2009m10d13-Here-is-camping-gear-with-fun-written-all-over-it?cid=edition-by-channel-rss-Phoenix-Recreation http://www.examiner.com/x-25625-Phoenix-Swimming-Examiner~y2009m10d9-From-lap-lanes-to-dance-floor--Natalie-Coughlin-competes-on-Dancing-with-the-Stars?cid=edition-by-channel-rss-Phoenix-Recreation Natalie Coughlin, a world renowned Olympic swimmer, has taken off her fins, and put on some heels, as a competitor on the ninth season of Dancing with the Stars. The 11-time United States Olympic medalist has been paired with professional dancer Alec... Fri, 09 Oct 2009 12:56:37 GMT Katelin Baker - Phoenix Swimming Examiner http://www.examiner.com/x-25625-Phoenix-Swimming-Examiner~y2009m10d9-From-lap-lanes-to-dance-floor--Natalie-Coughlin-competes-on-Dancing-with-the-Stars?cid=edition-by-channel-rss-Phoenix-Recreation http://www.examiner.com/x-24144-Phoenix-Cycling-Examiner~y2009m10d2-Last-chance-to-ride-Bush-Highway-to-Beeline-Highway-unimpeded-until-early-December?cid=edition-by-channel-rss-Phoenix-Recreation The Maricopa County Department of Transportation will begin work on widening the shoulder between Usery Pass Road and Stewart Mountain Dam Road (near Saguaro Lake) beginning on Monday, October 5th!  This weekend is your last chance to ride this... Sat, 03 Oct 2009 04:43:28 GMT Mike Enfield - Phoenix Cycling Examiner http://www.examiner.com/x-24144-Phoenix-Cycling-Examiner~y2009m10d2-Last-chance-to-ride-Bush-Highway-to-Beeline-Highway-unimpeded-until-early-December?cid=edition-by-channel-rss-Phoenix-Recreation http://www.examiner.com/x-21688-Phoenix-Educational-Recreation-Examiner~y2009m10d1-Tonto-Natural-Bridge-The-largest-travertine-natural-bridge-in-the-world?cid=edition-by-channel-rss-Phoenix-Recreation   When some people think of Arizona, they only see saguro cacti and mesas, but as anyone that has driven across this state knows, Arizona's outdoor spaces are delightfully and strikingly diverse. If you take the time to explore a little off... Fri, 02 Oct 2009 02:33:08 GMT Shelby Cave - Phoenix Educational Recreation Examiner http://www.examiner.com/x-21688-Phoenix-Educational-Recreation-Examiner~y2009m10d1-Tonto-Natural-Bridge-The-largest-travertine-natural-bridge-in-the-world?cid=edition-by-channel-rss-Phoenix-Recreation http://www.examiner.com/x-8025-Phoenix-Outdoor-Adventure-Examiner~y2009m8d29-FISHING-From-the-Fantail?cid=edition-by-channel-rss-Phoenix-Recreation If it's time to get away...from crowds, stress, chores that need doing...if it's time to adandon landlocked living and get back to basics, try a houseboat --- a floating palace with all the amenities needed to rev up or rest up. These "Floating... Sat, 29 Aug 2009 23:33:18 GMT Lee Allen - Phoenix Outdoor Adventure Examiner http://www.examiner.com/x-8025-Phoenix-Outdoor-Adventure-Examiner~y2009m8d29-FISHING-From-the-Fantail?cid=edition-by-channel-rss-Phoenix-Recreation http://www.examiner.com/x-16636-Phoenix-Equestrian-Examiner~y2009m7d10-The-San-Tan-Trail-at-the-San-Tan-Mountain-Regional-Park?cid=edition-by-channel-rss-Phoenix-Recreation Nestled in the heart of Queen Creek is a jewel of the desert – the San Tan Mountain Regional Park, one of the most equestrian-friendly parks in the Valley. The land has been designated a regional park for many years, but it has only been in the... Sat, 11 Jul 2009 09:09:55 GMT Ashley Wingert - Phoenix Equestrian Examiner http://www.examiner.com/x-16636-Phoenix-Equestrian-Examiner~y2009m7d10-The-San-Tan-Trail-at-the-San-Tan-Mountain-Regional-Park?cid=edition-by-channel-rss-Phoenix-Recreation http://www.examiner.com/x-13712-Phoenix-Hiking-Examiner~y2009m6d30-Hike-to-a-landmark-Toms-Thumb-in-Scottsdale?cid=edition-by-channel-rss-Phoenix-Recreation High on the sweeping ridge of the McDowell Mountains in Scottsdale sits the monolith known as Tom's Thumb. The base of this block makes for a fine day hike with the technical option of gaining the summit, the last 200 feet up. A well worn trail winds... Wed, 01 Jul 2009 04:50:29 GMT David Ellis - Phoenix Hiking Examiner http://www.examiner.com/x-13712-Phoenix-Hiking-Examiner~y2009m6d30-Hike-to-a-landmark-Toms-Thumb-in-Scottsdale?cid=edition-by-channel-rss-Phoenix-Recreation