Join us for our end of year extravaganzas!  Donations of $150 or more are eligible for our special edition Arizona Trail mugs. This year, there’s the option to pick up your commemorative Arizona Trail mug in person and celebrate with the ATA crew at one of our Mug Party locations! Join us for coffee, cider, or a cold brew, connect with fellow trail lovers, and enjoy special deals from our generous local partners. Choose your preferred method of pick-up when you make your donation.

Ridge Raiser II: Operation Finish the Fight

(AZT VETS Follow-On Event – Passage 5, Santa Rita Mountains)

After a hugely successful Veterans Day Weekend where 22 veterans, military dependents, and supporters hand-built nearly half a mile of brand-new trail in Enzenberg Canyon, the Arizona Trail Association’s VETS (Veteran Engagement & Trail Stewardship) Program is heading back to the Santa Rita Mountains for the next phase of the Santa Rita Singletrack Reroute Project.

From December 18–21, 2025, join us as we continue constructing new tread, refining corridor flow, and pushing this reroute closer to the finish line. This follow-on hitch gives returning veterans and newcomers alike a chance to build on the momentum, reconnect with the trail community, and leave a lasting impact on one of the most scenic stretches of the Arizona National Scenic Trail.

📅 Event Schedule

Thursday, December 18:

• Arrival and camp setup (location details to follow)
• Fireside meet & greet with the AZT VETS crew
• Homemade dinner and a safety briefing under the stars

Friday & Saturday, December 19–20:

• Breakfast at camp
• Trail design & construction refresher (tools, techniques, safety)
• New tread construction in Enzenberg Canyon (lunch provided on-site)
• Evening meals and camaraderie around the fire

Sunday, December 21:

• Breakfast and optional morning work session (weather permitting)
• Group gratitude circle and project recap
• Early afternoon departure

🪓 Details

Meals: Most meals provided at no cost.

Registration: Pre-registration required. Limited to 22 veteran participants.

Who’s Invited: Designed for military service members, veterans, and their immediate families. While we appreciate the interest of the general public, this event is reserved to provide meaningful, restorative opportunities for veterans to connect, heal, and continue their service through stewardship.

Trail Work: Expect moderate to strenuous physical labor, including digging new tread, shaping corridor flow, and hauling rock and soil. All experience levels welcome—training is provided.

This December, help us close out the year with purpose, progress, and the shared pride of building the Arizona Trail by hand.

⚠️ Health & Safety

The ATA will continue to follow health protocols as recommended by public health officials. Please avoid attending if you are feeling unwell or may have been recently exposed to a contagious illness. Monitor your health and notify Chappy if your condition changes before or after the event.

📩 Registration & Contact

For more information or to sign up, contact:
📧 chappy@aztrail.org
📱 Call or text: (970) 779-5740

Ridge Raiser II: Operation Finish the Fight

(AZT VETS Follow-On Event – Passage 5, Santa Rita Mountains)

After a hugely successful Veterans Day Weekend where 22 veterans, military dependents, and supporters hand-built nearly half a mile of brand-new trail in Enzenberg Canyon, the Arizona Trail Association’s VETS (Veteran Engagement & Trail Stewardship) Program is heading back to the Santa Rita Mountains for the next phase of the Santa Rita Singletrack Reroute Project.

From December 18–21, 2025, join us as we continue constructing new tread, refining corridor flow, and pushing this reroute closer to the finish line. This follow-on hitch gives returning veterans and newcomers alike a chance to build on the momentum, reconnect with the trail community, and leave a lasting impact on one of the most scenic stretches of the Arizona National Scenic Trail.

📅 Event Schedule

Thursday, December 18:

• Arrival and camp setup (location details to follow)
• Fireside meet & greet with the AZT VETS crew
• Homemade dinner and a safety briefing under the stars

Friday & Saturday, December 19–20:

• Breakfast at camp
• Trail design & construction refresher (tools, techniques, safety)
• New tread construction in Enzenberg Canyon (lunch provided on-site)
• Evening meals and camaraderie around the fire

Sunday, December 21:

• Breakfast and optional morning work session (weather permitting)
• Group gratitude circle and project recap
• Early afternoon departure

🪓 Details

Meals: Most meals provided at no cost.

Registration: Pre-registration required. Limited to 22 veteran participants.

Who’s Invited: Designed for military service members, veterans, and their immediate families. While we appreciate the interest of the general public, this event is reserved to provide meaningful, restorative opportunities for veterans to connect, heal, and continue their service through stewardship.

Trail Work: Expect moderate to strenuous physical labor, including digging new tread, shaping corridor flow, and hauling rock and soil. All experience levels welcome—training is provided.

This December, help us close out the year with purpose, progress, and the shared pride of building the Arizona Trail by hand.

⚠️ Health & Safety

The ATA will continue to follow health protocols as recommended by public health officials. Please avoid attending if you are feeling unwell or may have been recently exposed to a contagious illness. Monitor your health and notify Chappy if your condition changes before or after the event.

📩 Registration & Contact

For more information or to sign up, contact:
📧 chappy@aztrail.org
📱 Call or text: (970) 779-5740

Ridge Raiser II: Operation Finish the Fight

(AZT VETS Follow-On Event – Passage 5, Santa Rita Mountains)

After a hugely successful Veterans Day Weekend where 22 veterans, military dependents, and supporters hand-built nearly half a mile of brand-new trail in Enzenberg Canyon, the Arizona Trail Association’s VETS (Veteran Engagement & Trail Stewardship) Program is heading back to the Santa Rita Mountains for the next phase of the Santa Rita Singletrack Reroute Project.

From December 18–21, 2025, join us as we continue constructing new tread, refining corridor flow, and pushing this reroute closer to the finish line. This follow-on hitch gives returning veterans and newcomers alike a chance to build on the momentum, reconnect with the trail community, and leave a lasting impact on one of the most scenic stretches of the Arizona National Scenic Trail.

📅 Event Schedule

Thursday, December 18:

• Arrival and camp setup (location details to follow)
• Fireside meet & greet with the AZT VETS crew
• Homemade dinner and a safety briefing under the stars

Friday & Saturday, December 19–20:

• Breakfast at camp
• Trail design & construction refresher (tools, techniques, safety)
• New tread construction in Enzenberg Canyon (lunch provided on-site)
• Evening meals and camaraderie around the fire

Sunday, December 21:

• Breakfast and optional morning work session (weather permitting)
• Group gratitude circle and project recap
• Early afternoon departure

🪓 Details

Meals: Most meals provided at no cost.

Registration: Pre-registration required. Limited to 22 veteran participants.

Who’s Invited: Designed for military service members, veterans, and their immediate families. While we appreciate the interest of the general public, this event is reserved to provide meaningful, restorative opportunities for veterans to connect, heal, and continue their service through stewardship.

Trail Work: Expect moderate to strenuous physical labor, including digging new tread, shaping corridor flow, and hauling rock and soil. All experience levels welcome—training is provided.

This December, help us close out the year with purpose, progress, and the shared pride of building the Arizona Trail by hand.

⚠️ Health & Safety

The ATA will continue to follow health protocols as recommended by public health officials. Please avoid attending if you are feeling unwell or may have been recently exposed to a contagious illness. Monitor your health and notify Chappy if your condition changes before or after the event.

📩 Registration & Contact

For more information or to sign up, contact:
📧 chappy@aztrail.org
📱 Call or text: (970) 779-5740

Ridge Raiser II: Operation Finish the Fight

(AZT VETS Follow-On Event – Passage 5, Santa Rita Mountains)

After a hugely successful Veterans Day Weekend where 22 veterans, military dependents, and supporters hand-built nearly half a mile of brand-new trail in Enzenberg Canyon, the Arizona Trail Association’s VETS (Veteran Engagement & Trail Stewardship) Program is heading back to the Santa Rita Mountains for the next phase of the Santa Rita Singletrack Reroute Project.

From December 18–21, 2025, join us as we continue constructing new tread, refining corridor flow, and pushing this reroute closer to the finish line. This follow-on hitch gives returning veterans and newcomers alike a chance to build on the momentum, reconnect with the trail community, and leave a lasting impact on one of the most scenic stretches of the Arizona National Scenic Trail.

📅 Event Schedule

Thursday, December 18:

• Arrival and camp setup (location details to follow)
• Fireside meet & greet with the AZT VETS crew
• Homemade dinner and a safety briefing under the stars

Friday & Saturday, December 19–20:

• Breakfast at camp
• Trail design & construction refresher (tools, techniques, safety)
• New tread construction in Enzenberg Canyon (lunch provided on-site)
• Evening meals and camaraderie around the fire

Sunday, December 21:

• Breakfast and optional morning work session (weather permitting)
• Group gratitude circle and project recap
• Early afternoon departure

🪓 Details

Meals: Most meals provided at no cost.

Registration: Pre-registration required. Limited to 22 veteran participants.

Who’s Invited: Designed for military service members, veterans, and their immediate families. While we appreciate the interest of the general public, this event is reserved to provide meaningful, restorative opportunities for veterans to connect, heal, and continue their service through stewardship.

Trail Work: Expect moderate to strenuous physical labor, including digging new tread, shaping corridor flow, and hauling rock and soil. All experience levels welcome—training is provided.

This December, help us close out the year with purpose, progress, and the shared pride of building the Arizona Trail by hand.

⚠️ Health & Safety

The ATA will continue to follow health protocols as recommended by public health officials. Please avoid attending if you are feeling unwell or may have been recently exposed to a contagious illness. Monitor your health and notify Chappy if your condition changes before or after the event.

📩 Registration & Contact

For more information or to sign up, contact:
📧 chappy@aztrail.org
📱 Call or text: (970) 779-5740