ARIZONA

AZ365: Arizona life, July-September 2015

"The Dells are the coolest rock formations you could imagine within a lake setting," says Michael Heiland of Tucson. The University of Arizona student had been to Watson Lake near Prescott many times, but it was a different experience going there to shoot a timelapse, he says. "When the sun began to hit the horizon that morning, every rock lit up orange." See more of his photos at instagram.com/michaelheiland.
"The Dells are the coolest rock formations you could imagine within a lake setting," says Michael Heiland of Tucson. The University of Arizona student had been to Watson Lake near Prescott many times, but it was a different experience going there to shoot a timelapse, he says. "When the sun began to hit the horizon that morning, every rock lit up orange." See more of his photos at instagram.com/michaelheiland.
Photo: Michael Heiland
It was National Coffee Day and Caroline Horowitz of Chandler shared an appropriately themed photo on Instagram. She says this is a little drive-through coffee shop in Springerville that she photographed in 2013. See more of her photos at instagram.com/cameracrazycaroline.
It was National Coffee Day and Caroline Horowitz of Chandler shared an appropriately themed photo on Instagram. She says this is a little drive-through coffee shop in Springerville that she photographed in 2013. See more of her photos at instagram.com/cameracrazycaroline.
Photo: Caroline Horowitz
Sometimes you just have to feel the wind in your hair. Or fur, in the case of Pomeranian LillyLuv. Owner Michelle Hudson of Prescott says LillyLuv "truly lives up to her name" and loves car rides. See more of her photos at instagram.com/michellemhudson.
Sometimes you just have to feel the wind in your hair. Or fur, in the case of Pomeranian LillyLuv. Owner Michelle Hudson of Prescott says LillyLuv "truly lives up to her name" and loves car rides. See more of her photos at instagram.com/michellemhudson.
Photo: Michelle Hudson
Photographers all over Arizona and the world staked out their positions to capture the rare combination supermoon-lunar eclipse. The last time these lunar events converged was 1982; the combination won't happen again until 2033, according to NASA. Brian Johnson of Phoenix saw the whole thing from his perch at North Mountain and turned it into this artistic composite photo. He explains: "It was a sequence shot of the moon with a telescope and Canon T3i." Before the eclipse, he made a long-exposure timelapse from North Mountain to get the traffic-light streak effect. Then, he says, shots of the moon taken through the telescope were layered over the landscape photo in a curve to create an artistic "moon rising" effect. If you look closely, you might notice that the moon photos on the right side of the photo are identical to the ones on the left, just reversed, he points out.
Photographers all over Arizona and the world staked out their positions to capture the rare combination supermoon-lunar eclipse. The last time these lunar events converged was 1982; the combination won't happen again until 2033, according to NASA. Brian Johnson of Phoenix saw the whole thing from his perch at North Mountain and turned it into this artistic composite photo. He explains: "It was a sequence shot of the moon with a telescope and Canon T3i." Before the eclipse, he made a long-exposure timelapse from North Mountain to get the traffic-light streak effect. Then, he says, shots of the moon taken through the telescope were layered over the landscape photo in a curve to create an artistic "moon rising" effect. If you look closely, you might notice that the moon photos on the right side of the photo are identical to the ones on the left, just reversed, he points out.
Photo: Brian Johnson
Ayanah Newsum of Ahwatukee framed her daughter with the mural outside the Arizona Animal Welfare League in Phoenix. "Juniper vs. the super creepy cat in the animal mural," she says. See more of her photos at instagram.com/ayanah.
Ayanah Newsum of Ahwatukee framed her daughter with the mural outside the Arizona Animal Welfare League in Phoenix. "Juniper vs. the super creepy cat in the animal mural," she says. See more of her photos at instagram.com/ayanah.
Photo: Ayanah Newsum
"Signs of fall," writes Phil Quijada of Nogales, Ariz. This golden leaf caught his eye as he was visiting his mother, he says. See more of his photos at instagram.com/philosphotography.
"Signs of fall," writes Phil Quijada of Nogales, Ariz. This golden leaf caught his eye as he was visiting his mother, he says. See more of his photos at instagram.com/philosphotography.
Photo: Phil Quijada
Sharp eyes will spot a person on belay toward the top of the canyon wall. Scott Goldstein of Tempe says he had seen photos of Sundance Canyon on Instagram and "really wanted to check it out." He says as he and his girlfriend hiked along West Clear Creek, they had to brave cold water up to their shoulders to reach this spot. "It was absolutely worth it though as it opened up into one of the most beautiful canyons I've ever seen," he says. "To top it off, we arrived just in time to watch a few people rappel down the massive canyon wall. It was a very cool experience and one of the most beautiful places we've been to in Arizona." See more of his photos at instagram.com/scottgoldstein.
Sharp eyes will spot a person on belay toward the top of the canyon wall. Scott Goldstein of Tempe says he had seen photos of Sundance Canyon on Instagram and "really wanted to check it out." He says as he and his girlfriend hiked along West Clear Creek, they had to brave cold water up to their shoulders to reach this spot. "It was absolutely worth it though as it opened up into one of the most beautiful canyons I've ever seen," he says. "To top it off, we arrived just in time to watch a few people rappel down the massive canyon wall. It was a very cool experience and one of the most beautiful places we've been to in Arizona." See more of his photos at instagram.com/scottgoldstein.
Photo: Scott Goldstein
Mircea Goia of Phoenix couldn't resist stopping for a self-portrait with the Milky Way. The dark skies about 80 miles west of Phoenix made an ideal place for a photo break on his way back from Los Angeles, he says. See more of his photos at instagram.com/mirceagoia.
Mircea Goia of Phoenix couldn't resist stopping for a self-portrait with the Milky Way. The dark skies about 80 miles west of Phoenix made an ideal place for a photo break on his way back from Los Angeles, he says. See more of his photos at instagram.com/mirceagoia.
Photo: Mircea Goia
The heavens opened up and brought Amanda Nay a rainbow along her drive from Scottsdale to Deer Valley. Nay, from Boise, Idaho, says she's in metro Phoenix for a short time for her job and was "so happy to see a little light and brightness to carry with me into my shift" at the hospital. See more of her photos at instagram.com/amandagracenay.
The heavens opened up and brought Amanda Nay a rainbow along her drive from Scottsdale to Deer Valley. Nay, from Boise, Idaho, says she's in metro Phoenix for a short time for her job and was "so happy to see a little light and brightness to carry with me into my shift" at the hospital. See more of her photos at instagram.com/amandagracenay.
Photo: Amanda Nay
This area of the Petrified Forest is known as The Tepees — and it's easy to see why! The grey-blue rocks are 220-225 million years old. Matthew Wolter of Phoenix says he captured this moment "as the sun was setting in the west, casting longer and warmer light across the landscape. I had pulled off the road at one of the paved turnouts and took this shot. It was a beautiful day to take photos." See more of his photos at instagram.com/maxvyrion.
This area of the Petrified Forest is known as The Tepees — and it's easy to see why! The grey-blue rocks are 220-225 million years old. Matthew Wolter of Phoenix says he captured this moment "as the sun was setting in the west, casting longer and warmer light across the landscape. I had pulled off the road at one of the paved turnouts and took this shot. It was a beautiful day to take photos." See more of his photos at instagram.com/maxvyrion.
Photo: Matthew Wolter
Sunset stun: That moment when you walk outside and have this view. Chirag A. Patel of Phoenix shared his view from north Phoenix.
Sunset stun: That moment when you walk outside and have this view. Chirag A. Patel of Phoenix shared his view from north Phoenix.
Photo: Chirag A. Patel
Awww, someone needs a hug! Don Lawrence of San Tan Valley was exploring Organ Pipe Cactus National Monument when he ran across this ocotillo in a prickly embrace. See more of his photos at instagram.com/donlawrencephotography.
Awww, someone needs a hug! Don Lawrence of San Tan Valley was exploring Organ Pipe Cactus National Monument when he ran across this ocotillo in a prickly embrace. See more of his photos at instagram.com/donlawrencephotography.
Photo: Don Lawrence
Craig Haraga of Flagstaff works at Grand Canyon National Park, so, he says, when he saw the traffic backed up he thought elk might be nearby. "The elk then crossed right in front of my car!" he writes. "I lived in the park for awhile so I've seen plenty of big elk, but I never get tired of seeing them." See more of his photos at instagram.com/craig86004.
Craig Haraga of Flagstaff works at Grand Canyon National Park, so, he says, when he saw the traffic backed up he thought elk might be nearby. "The elk then crossed right in front of my car!" he writes. "I lived in the park for awhile so I've seen plenty of big elk, but I never get tired of seeing them." See more of his photos at instagram.com/craig86004.
Photo: Craig Haraga
"This cactus started morphing into this strange creature during the past year. I couldn't resist taking a photo of it," writes Helen O'Boyle of Sun City Festival. She spotted "nature doing its thing" west of Surprise along the Sun Valley Parkway.
"This cactus started morphing into this strange creature during the past year. I couldn't resist taking a photo of it," writes Helen O'Boyle of Sun City Festival. She spotted "nature doing its thing" west of Surprise along the Sun Valley Parkway.
Photo: Helen O'Boyle
A photo-worthy moment: The full moon rising over Sunset Crater near Flagstaff. Andrei Stoica of Chandler tagged his photo on Instagram "#supersized." See more of his photos at instagram.com/astoica.
A photo-worthy moment: The full moon rising over Sunset Crater near Flagstaff. Andrei Stoica of Chandler tagged his photo on Instagram "#supersized." See more of his photos at instagram.com/astoica.
Photo: Andrei Stoica
Samuel Young of Apache Junction says he heads up the Flatiron a couple of times a week, but hadn't yet seen a storm roll in over metro Phoenix until this moment came. "I took a bunch of pics and just overall in awe," he says. See more of his photos at instagram.com/superstitionsam.
Samuel Young of Apache Junction says he heads up the Flatiron a couple of times a week, but hadn't yet seen a storm roll in over metro Phoenix until this moment came. "I took a bunch of pics and just overall in awe," he says. See more of his photos at instagram.com/superstitionsam.
Photo: Samuel Young
"Horny toad showing some love," writes Giddi Oteo of Gilbert. She posed with the tiny horned lizard for her husband, Jace Carmichael. See more of her photos at instagram.com/mountainorchid.
"Horny toad showing some love," writes Giddi Oteo of Gilbert. She posed with the tiny horned lizard for her husband, Jace Carmichael. See more of her photos at instagram.com/mountainorchid.
Photo: Jace Carmichael
Zoom, zoom! Stacy Hamilton of Scottsdale caught this javelina in a hurry in north Scottsdale. See more of her photos at instagram.com/stacy1599.
Zoom, zoom! Stacy Hamilton of Scottsdale caught this javelina in a hurry in north Scottsdale. See more of her photos at instagram.com/stacy1599.
Photo: Stacy Hamilton
Along the dirt roads of Scottsdale, Kevin Spatt of Scottsdale found "some magic out here, an oasis." He says all kinds of animals come to this spot to find water during the monsoon season. "This place is magic," he says, "And this place is temporary, which makes it even more special. The water has now receded to a point where I won't go back again until the rains come." See more of his photos at instagram.com/desert_wild.
Along the dirt roads of Scottsdale, Kevin Spatt of Scottsdale found "some magic out here, an oasis." He says all kinds of animals come to this spot to find water during the monsoon season. "This place is magic," he says, "And this place is temporary, which makes it even more special. The water has now receded to a point where I won't go back again until the rains come." See more of his photos at instagram.com/desert_wild.
Photo: Kevin Spatt
Brent Brooks of Phoenix may owe this shot to his wife. He says they were in downtown Phoenix together when she remarked on the beauty of the clouds. "When I looked up to take in the clouds, I saw the reflection of the sky in the windows of CityScape and knew I had to get a photo," he says. See more of his photos at instagram.com/brentbrooks.
Brent Brooks of Phoenix may owe this shot to his wife. He says they were in downtown Phoenix together when she remarked on the beauty of the clouds. "When I looked up to take in the clouds, I saw the reflection of the sky in the windows of CityScape and knew I had to get a photo," he says. See more of his photos at instagram.com/brentbrooks.
Photo: Brent Brooks
Mike Sanchez of Scottsdale pulled an all-nighter to get this image of the Milky Way over Kofa National Wildlife Refuge near Yuma. He says the yellow glow is the light pollution from Yuma. He adds, "It was an incredible experience to be in such a great location under such a brilliant night sky. I went out there specifically to take night photos. And I was rewarded in spades." See more of his photos at instagram.com/the_sanchz.
Mike Sanchez of Scottsdale pulled an all-nighter to get this image of the Milky Way over Kofa National Wildlife Refuge near Yuma. He says the yellow glow is the light pollution from Yuma. He adds, "It was an incredible experience to be in such a great location under such a brilliant night sky. I went out there specifically to take night photos. And I was rewarded in spades." See more of his photos at instagram.com/the_sanchz.
Photo: Mike Sanchez
Watson Lake, near Prescott, is famous for the boulders of the Granite Dells. Cassell Archinuk of Chandler took a road trip from Chandler just to see it: "(I'd) heard that Watson Lake was quite unique, have never been and wanted to see for myself. ... Watson Lake didn't disappoint. I really loved it there! Can't wait to go back." See more of her photos at instagram.com/cassyarch28.
Watson Lake, near Prescott, is famous for the boulders of the Granite Dells. Cassell Archinuk of Chandler took a road trip from Chandler just to see it: "(I'd) heard that Watson Lake was quite unique, have never been and wanted to see for myself. ... Watson Lake didn't disappoint. I really loved it there! Can't wait to go back." See more of her photos at instagram.com/cassyarch28.
Photo: Cassell Archinuk
A giraffe at the zoo playing peekaboo? Ashley Bogdan of Tucson says the thought made her smile as she took this photo at Tucson's Reid Park Zoo. See more of her photos at instagram.com/silverskyrose.
A giraffe at the zoo playing peekaboo? Ashley Bogdan of Tucson says the thought made her smile as she took this photo at Tucson's Reid Park Zoo. See more of her photos at instagram.com/silverskyrose.
Photo: Ashley Bogdan
Camp the cattle dog is ready for a day on the Salt River. Adam Hammer of Gilbert tagged his shot, "#mansbestfriend." He adds that Camp loves the float trip, "catching some rays, meeting people and swimming to his heart’s content." See more of his photos at instagram.com/el_leche_malo.
Camp the cattle dog is ready for a day on the Salt River. Adam Hammer of Gilbert tagged his shot, "#mansbestfriend." He adds that Camp loves the float trip, "catching some rays, meeting people and swimming to his heart’s content." See more of his photos at instagram.com/el_leche_malo.
Photo: Adam Hammer
Sedona makes a scenic backdrop for Bill Cantey's wireless selfie. See more of Phoenix resident's photos at BillCanteyPhotography.com.
Sedona makes a scenic backdrop for Bill Cantey's wireless selfie. See more of Phoenix resident's photos at BillCanteyPhotography.com.
Photo: Bill Cantey
Kyle Maze loves to golf, but he had to put the clubs down for a photo of this sunset at the Papago Golf Course in Phoenix. See more of his photos at instagram.com/cartbarnguys.
Kyle Maze loves to golf, but he had to put the clubs down for a photo of this sunset at the Papago Golf Course in Phoenix. See more of his photos at instagram.com/cartbarnguys.
Photo: Kyle Maze
"Custom manicure," Jodi Helmer says with a smile. The San Tan Valley resident does home decor and makeovers with her company, The Salvage Co., based in Superior. See more of her photos at instagram.com/the_salvage_co.
"Custom manicure," Jodi Helmer says with a smile. The San Tan Valley resident does home decor and makeovers with her company, The Salvage Co., based in Superior. See more of her photos at instagram.com/the_salvage_co.
Photo: Jodi Helmer
"A girl and her puppy," writes Kendra Riley of Phoenix about her daughter Eva and her "puppy brother" Sherlock. She says the pair has been attached at the hip since Eva was born, so she thought it would be fun to have him in some of her 2-month photos. "They were both originally lying on their backs next to each other when Sherlock turned over to give her kisses. He gets a smile out of her every now and then," she says. See more of her photos at instagram.com/mrskendrariley.
"A girl and her puppy," writes Kendra Riley of Phoenix about her daughter Eva and her "puppy brother" Sherlock. She says the pair has been attached at the hip since Eva was born, so she thought it would be fun to have him in some of her 2-month photos. "They were both originally lying on their backs next to each other when Sherlock turned over to give her kisses. He gets a smile out of her every now and then," she says. See more of her photos at instagram.com/mrskendrariley.
Photo: Kendra Riley
Arizona sunsets don't have to get all the love. Kristi Matash LaBrecque of Scottsdale witnessed striking sunrise rays over the McDowell Mountains.
Arizona sunsets don't have to get all the love. Kristi Matash LaBrecque of Scottsdale witnessed striking sunrise rays over the McDowell Mountains.
Photo: Kristi Matash LaBrecque
There's a new mural in downtown Phoenix. Sara Evans of Phoenix says, "I was excited when I found out that Tyson Krank would be painting a mural on a building on my daily commute. I stopped and bothered him nearly every day until it was finished." Find the mural off Fillmore Street and Fifth Avenue, and look for Krank's work on his Instagram at @t_krank. See more from Evans at instagram.com/srndpt.
There's a new mural in downtown Phoenix. Sara Evans of Phoenix says, "I was excited when I found out that Tyson Krank would be painting a mural on a building on my daily commute. I stopped and bothered him nearly every day until it was finished." Find the mural off Fillmore Street and Fifth Avenue, and look for Krank's work on his Instagram at @t_krank. See more from Evans at instagram.com/srndpt.
Photo: Sara Evans
It was purple mountains' majesty in person when Alpen Patel of Phoenix made this photo of the Three Sisters in the Superstition Mountains. An avid hiker, he says, "usually all the photos I capture, such as this one, are during hikes here in Arizona!" See more of his photos at instagram.com/alpenpatelmd.
It was purple mountains' majesty in person when Alpen Patel of Phoenix made this photo of the Three Sisters in the Superstition Mountains. An avid hiker, he says, "usually all the photos I capture, such as this one, are during hikes here in Arizona!" See more of his photos at instagram.com/alpenpatelmd.
Photo: Alpen Patel
Amanda Schwartzkopf of Glendale caught this cotton-candy pink sunset just outside her door. In other parts of metro Phoenix, a storm was about to sweep through, leaving thousands without power and causing minor flooding.
Amanda Schwartzkopf of Glendale caught this cotton-candy pink sunset just outside her door. In other parts of metro Phoenix, a storm was about to sweep through, leaving thousands without power and causing minor flooding.
Photo: Amanda Schwartzkopf
"This adult male Anna's hummingbird is sporting quite an impressive red spot on his neck," writes Chad Fleming. He spotted the good-looking fellow on the back patio of his Scottsdale home. See more of his photos at instagram.com/chirpy72.
"This adult male Anna's hummingbird is sporting quite an impressive red spot on his neck," writes Chad Fleming. He spotted the good-looking fellow on the back patio of his Scottsdale home. See more of his photos at instagram.com/chirpy72.
Photo: Chad Fleming
For Arizona's birthday, Kristin Tovar of Tucson designed an interactive mural that invites people to share why they love living in Arizona. She says, since then, she's been invited to bring the mural into other spaces. "A group called Serve Tucson helped build four more murals that went up in elementary schools on August 20 to celebrate Tucson's birthday, and this photo is from one of the schools we visited," she writes. She also says she hopes to bring the project to Phoenix eventually. See more of her photos at instagram.com/whyilovewhereilive and read some responses to the question posed by the mural at http://azc.cc/1PGbQaq.
For Arizona's birthday, Kristin Tovar of Tucson designed an interactive mural that invites people to share why they love living in Arizona. She says, since then, she's been invited to bring the mural into other spaces. "A group called Serve Tucson helped build four more murals that went up in elementary schools on August 20 to celebrate Tucson's birthday, and this photo is from one of the schools we visited," she writes. She also says she hopes to bring the project to Phoenix eventually. See more of her photos at instagram.com/whyilovewhereilive and read some responses to the question posed by the mural at http://azc.cc/1PGbQaq.
Photo: Kristin Tovar
Everything is golden after a little Arizona rain. Melissa Edwards of Gilbert was at Fool Hollow Lake near Show Low watching the sunset when a storm moved in. "There was a burst of rain coming down in the far background but I noticed the flowers were glowing from the fiery sunset," she writes. See more of her photos at instagram.com/azdesertgirl98.
Everything is golden after a little Arizona rain. Melissa Edwards of Gilbert was at Fool Hollow Lake near Show Low watching the sunset when a storm moved in. "There was a burst of rain coming down in the far background but I noticed the flowers were glowing from the fiery sunset," she writes. See more of her photos at instagram.com/azdesertgirl98.
Photo: Melissa Edwards
Stacy Hamilton of Scottsdale says she was just doing yoga at home with the door open when she looked up and this bobcat cub was right outside her room and watching her. "Had it ventured in, that would have made a better story!" See more of her photos at instagram.com/stacy1599.
Stacy Hamilton of Scottsdale says she was just doing yoga at home with the door open when she looked up and this bobcat cub was right outside her room and watching her. "Had it ventured in, that would have made a better story!" See more of her photos at instagram.com/stacy1599.
Photo: Stacy Hamilton
"For about a month from late August to late September, the sunrise lines up perfectly for shots looking east on Portland (Street)," writes Mark Webster of Litchfield Park. He passes the historic neighborhood in Phoenix on his way downtown to work and, if time permits, always snaps a photo. See more of his photos at instagram.com/idle_hour.
"For about a month from late August to late September, the sunrise lines up perfectly for shots looking east on Portland (Street)," writes Mark Webster of Litchfield Park. He passes the historic neighborhood in Phoenix on his way downtown to work and, if time permits, always snaps a photo. See more of his photos at instagram.com/idle_hour.
Photo: Mark Webster
"July and August are so hot in southern Arizona, but the dramatic monsoon skies make up for the heat," says Joseph Cyr of Tucson. He caught this monsoon rainbow over the desert near Sabino Canyon while out for an evening run. "When scenes like this come up, I'm glad to have my iPhone with  me," he writes. See more of his photos at instagram.com/allophile_.
"July and August are so hot in southern Arizona, but the dramatic monsoon skies make up for the heat," says Joseph Cyr of Tucson. He caught this monsoon rainbow over the desert near Sabino Canyon while out for an evening run. "When scenes like this come up, I'm glad to have my iPhone with me," he writes. See more of his photos at instagram.com/allophile_.
Photo: Joseph Cyr
Father and son, Rigo Febles and baby Max, were having fun playing dress-up in Tanque Verde, writes Max's mom Louise Canuto of Phoenix. "They are two silly peas in a pod," she says. See more of her photos at instagram.com/traveltheunbeatenpath.
Father and son, Rigo Febles and baby Max, were having fun playing dress-up in Tanque Verde, writes Max's mom Louise Canuto of Phoenix. "They are two silly peas in a pod," she says. See more of her photos at instagram.com/traveltheunbeatenpath.
Photo: Louise Canuto
Leah Joy Lindner of Phoenix says she's a fifth-generation Arizonan who grew up adventuring with her father and older brothers. On her first visit to Supai, she says she had to jump for joy for love of the place. "I had seen pictures, but never in my wildest dreams would I ever have thought that at the bottom of the Grand Canyon there would be travertine-filled aquamarine pools of heaven and a 300-foot waterfall," she writes. An April ruling that opened the door to uranium mining south of the Grand Canyon has her concerned for the future of Supai, since she says it will "always be near and dear to my heart." See more of her photos at instagram.com/leahjoylove.
Leah Joy Lindner of Phoenix says she's a fifth-generation Arizonan who grew up adventuring with her father and older brothers. On her first visit to Supai, she says she had to jump for joy for love of the place. "I had seen pictures, but never in my wildest dreams would I ever have thought that at the bottom of the Grand Canyon there would be travertine-filled aquamarine pools of heaven and a 300-foot waterfall," she writes. An April ruling that opened the door to uranium mining south of the Grand Canyon has her concerned for the future of Supai, since she says it will "always be near and dear to my heart." See more of her photos at instagram.com/leahjoylove.
Photo: Shawn Pahl
East of Florence by Box Canyon, rays of light at sunset caught the eye of Adam Baca of Florence.
East of Florence by Box Canyon, rays of light at sunset caught the eye of Adam Baca of Florence.
Photo: Adam Baca
Artist Rebecca Kouchit made an Arizona outdoor picnic breakfast of watermelon and blueberries at her Tucson home and studio. She says it was "delightful." See more of her photos at instagram.com/art___by___rebecca.
Artist Rebecca Kouchit made an Arizona outdoor picnic breakfast of watermelon and blueberries at her Tucson home and studio. She says it was "delightful." See more of her photos at instagram.com/art___by___rebecca.
Photo: Rebecca Kouchit
It was a bird's eye view for Ryan Anderson of Phoenix as he flew into Phoenix-Mesa Gateway Airport over Roosevelt Lake. He points out that Roosevelt Dam is in the lower left of his photo. See more of his photos at instagram.com/bad.at.parties.
It was a bird's eye view for Ryan Anderson of Phoenix as he flew into Phoenix-Mesa Gateway Airport over Roosevelt Lake. He points out that Roosevelt Dam is in the lower left of his photo. See more of his photos at instagram.com/bad.at.parties.
Photo: Ryan Anderson
"Bobo loves to stop and watch the ducks swim," writes Rebecca Itzkowitz of Scottsdale. She and husband Rob — and Bobo, of course — were taking an evening walk around the Stonecreek Golf Club in Paradise Valley. See more of her photos at instagram.com/itzbecca0904.
"Bobo loves to stop and watch the ducks swim," writes Rebecca Itzkowitz of Scottsdale. She and husband Rob — and Bobo, of course — were taking an evening walk around the Stonecreek Golf Club in Paradise Valley. See more of her photos at instagram.com/itzbecca0904.
Photo: Rebecca Itzkowitz
"(The photo) was actually taken ... when I left the state of Arizona and looked back for one last beautiful sunset," says Josh Wittig of the photo he shot near Willcox. Wittig was born and raised in Arizona, but was heading to New Orleans to pursue an opportunity, he said. See more of his photos at instagram.com/joshuawittig_.
"(The photo) was actually taken ... when I left the state of Arizona and looked back for one last beautiful sunset," says Josh Wittig of the photo he shot near Willcox. Wittig was born and raised in Arizona, but was heading to New Orleans to pursue an opportunity, he said. See more of his photos at instagram.com/joshuawittig_.
Photo: Josh Wittig
Andrea Blake of Tempe says she and Anthony Swann of Scottsdale were near Strawberry, searching for the Hanging Gardens Trailhead. Instead, they found this sunny, flower-filled field. See more of Blake's photos at instagram.com/purpleadventures and Swann's at instagram.com/swanndive.
Andrea Blake of Tempe says she and Anthony Swann of Scottsdale were near Strawberry, searching for the Hanging Gardens Trailhead. Instead, they found this sunny, flower-filled field. See more of Blake's photos at instagram.com/purpleadventures and Swann's at instagram.com/swanndive.
Photo: Anthony Swann
"NASA stationed themselves here to test the first Mars rover just because it resembled the surface of Mars," says Ryan Goldtooth of Coalmine about the Moenave area where he took this photo of his nephews, Keir Tallman (left) and Emery Goldtooth. See more of his photos at instagram.com/g2th.pictures.
"NASA stationed themselves here to test the first Mars rover just because it resembled the surface of Mars," says Ryan Goldtooth of Coalmine about the Moenave area where he took this photo of his nephews, Keir Tallman (left) and Emery Goldtooth. See more of his photos at instagram.com/g2th.pictures.
Photo: Ryan Goldtooth
While the Phoenix area was sweltering under record and near-record high temperatures, Hana the dog was walking in a riverbed in Tucson. Owner  Yuko Smith of Tucson says she and Hana were on the Rillito River Trail when she spotted a "cool pattern of dried mud" and went back to get her camera to make this image. See more of her photos at instagram.com/yukoinsunshine.
While the Phoenix area was sweltering under record and near-record high temperatures, Hana the dog was walking in a riverbed in Tucson. Owner Yuko Smith of Tucson says she and Hana were on the Rillito River Trail when she spotted a "cool pattern of dried mud" and went back to get her camera to make this image. See more of her photos at instagram.com/yukoinsunshine.
Photo: Yuko Smith
Jesse Perry of Phoenix has created a series of street art around downtown Phoenix just waiting to be discovered. He writes, "The idea is to have a playful relationship with the city and allows others to take part in fun discoveries on their adventures through the city streets. It's about making Phoenix a more whimsical place." He wants people to have the joy of discovery, so he won't be too specific on where to find the art. See more of his photos at instagram.com/mrdowntownphx.
Jesse Perry of Phoenix has created a series of street art around downtown Phoenix just waiting to be discovered. He writes, "The idea is to have a playful relationship with the city and allows others to take part in fun discoveries on their adventures through the city streets. It's about making Phoenix a more whimsical place." He wants people to have the joy of discovery, so he won't be too specific on where to find the art. See more of his photos at instagram.com/mrdowntownphx.
Photo: Jesse Perry
"We spent the evening swimming in the river and watching the wild mustangs play in the water as the sun set," writes Brian Cahill of Tempe. He and friends were at the Lower Salt River Coon Bluff area, where he made this photo of Courtney Frieze of Gilbert. See more of his photos at instagram.com/pyro4lif.
"We spent the evening swimming in the river and watching the wild mustangs play in the water as the sun set," writes Brian Cahill of Tempe. He and friends were at the Lower Salt River Coon Bluff area, where he made this photo of Courtney Frieze of Gilbert. See more of his photos at instagram.com/pyro4lif.
Photo: Brian Cahill
Two rounds of storms smacked metro Phoenix on Aug. 11, early in the morning and again in the evening hours. Thousands were left without power both times. April Goldian of Mesa says, "Lightning highlighting the dust storm moving through tonight. Taken from out near the Superstitions."
Two rounds of storms smacked metro Phoenix on Aug. 11, early in the morning and again in the evening hours. Thousands were left without power both times. April Goldian of Mesa says, "Lightning highlighting the dust storm moving through tonight. Taken from out near the Superstitions."
Photo: April Goldian
"Summer night on the Salt River," writes Steph Belt of Gilbert. See more of her photos at instagram.com/adventuresteph.
"Summer night on the Salt River," writes Steph Belt of Gilbert. See more of her photos at instagram.com/adventuresteph.
Photo: Steph Belt
What do you see when you look into the depths? Photographer Bryan A Castillo of Tucson says that he's gotten comments that this closeup photo of his wife's eye resembles the top of a volcano or a flower. See more of his photos at instagram.com/bryanadamc.
What do you see when you look into the depths? Photographer Bryan A Castillo of Tucson says that he's gotten comments that this closeup photo of his wife's eye resembles the top of a volcano or a flower. See more of his photos at instagram.com/bryanadamc.
Photo: Bryan A Castillo
Kyle Rowe of Scottsdale found this sunny field of flowers in Williams. He went in search of a spot to catch the sunset, settled on White Horse Lake, and stumbled across this field along the way. He says, "The scene was incredible and I had to stop!" See more of his photos at instagram.com/k_rowejo21.
Kyle Rowe of Scottsdale found this sunny field of flowers in Williams. He went in search of a spot to catch the sunset, settled on White Horse Lake, and stumbled across this field along the way. He says, "The scene was incredible and I had to stop!" See more of his photos at instagram.com/k_rowejo21.
Photo: Kyle Rowe
Lake Mead is situated in a land of contrasts, a boating mecca at the intersection of three of North America's four deserts. Juan Uriel Valdez of Oklahoma City snapped this image of a boat dwarfed by the cliffs forming the reservoir while on a road trip from Oklahoma to California. See more of his photos at instagram.com/valdezj83.
Lake Mead is situated in a land of contrasts, a boating mecca at the intersection of three of North America's four deserts. Juan Uriel Valdez of Oklahoma City snapped this image of a boat dwarfed by the cliffs forming the reservoir while on a road trip from Oklahoma to California. See more of his photos at instagram.com/valdezj83.
Photo: Juan Uriel Valdez
One of these things is not like the other! DeeDee Purcell of Phoenix says she made a special road trip to Miami, Ariz., to seek out the feline street art and brought her dog, Fritz, along. See more of her photos at instagram.com/44purcell.
One of these things is not like the other! DeeDee Purcell of Phoenix says she made a special road trip to Miami, Ariz., to seek out the feline street art and brought her dog, Fritz, along. See more of her photos at instagram.com/44purcell.
Photo: DeeDee Purcell
Rays of light stream over the North Rim of the Grand Canyon. Bill Cantey of Phoenix was there to capture the sight. See more of his photos at BillCanteyPhotography.com.
Rays of light stream over the North Rim of the Grand Canyon. Bill Cantey of Phoenix was there to capture the sight. See more of his photos at BillCanteyPhotography.com.
Photo: Bill Cantey
The day started out sunny, but a storm moved in on Scott Anau of Phoenix and his friends as they were exploring an area near Camp Verde known as The Bullpen. "We never did see any rain," he says. See more of his photos at instagram.com/photo_adventures.
The day started out sunny, but a storm moved in on Scott Anau of Phoenix and his friends as they were exploring an area near Camp Verde known as The Bullpen. "We never did see any rain," he says. See more of his photos at instagram.com/photo_adventures.
Photo: Scott Anau
Lazar Zarupski of Phoenix caught this stunning sunset turning a Phoenix canal into a river of fire. See more of his photos at instagram.com/malenikakani.
Lazar Zarupski of Phoenix caught this stunning sunset turning a Phoenix canal into a river of fire. See more of his photos at instagram.com/malenikakani.
Photo: Lazar Zarupski
A late July monsoon storm not only brought needed rain, but also a fantastic photo opportunity. Jamie Collins captured this lightning at the Elvis Memorial Chapel on the grounds of the Superstition Mountain Museum near Apache Junction. See more of her photos at instagram.com/azroadtrippin.
A late July monsoon storm not only brought needed rain, but also a fantastic photo opportunity. Jamie Collins captured this lightning at the Elvis Memorial Chapel on the grounds of the Superstition Mountain Museum near Apache Junction. See more of her photos at instagram.com/azroadtrippin.
Photo: Jamie Collins
Bryan Wood of Tolleson caught this magical moment with the Salt River horses while kayaking. He writes: "I put in at Red Mountain, down by the dam, and paddled up about a mile from there and saw the first group of about 12 and after that saw another group of four." See more of his photos at instagram.com/aklove.
Bryan Wood of Tolleson caught this magical moment with the Salt River horses while kayaking. He writes: "I put in at Red Mountain, down by the dam, and paddled up about a mile from there and saw the first group of about 12 and after that saw another group of four." See more of his photos at instagram.com/aklove.
Photo: Bryan Wood
Kamiko Mannie of Ahwatukee turned to her GoPro "to capture in one frame the peace and fullness that a glimpse of sunrise could bring to my soul." She was born and raised in Page, and being back there for a visit was a blessing, she says. See more of her photos at instagram.com/__kamiko__.
Kamiko Mannie of Ahwatukee turned to her GoPro "to capture in one frame the peace and fullness that a glimpse of sunrise could bring to my soul." She was born and raised in Page, and being back there for a visit was a blessing, she says. See more of her photos at instagram.com/__kamiko__.
Photo: Kamiko Mannie
Clayton Puckett of Chandler titles his photo, "Sunset sip." He says he was at work on the Tohono O'odham reservation near the village of Pisinimo when three horses came to get a drink. See more of his photos at instagram.com/clayton__3.
Clayton Puckett of Chandler titles his photo, "Sunset sip." He says he was at work on the Tohono O'odham reservation near the village of Pisinimo when three horses came to get a drink. See more of his photos at instagram.com/clayton__3.
Photo: Clayton Puckett
Seen anything like this before? It's a popular photo technique called "spinning steel" that lets photographers paint with light. Adam Crocker of Mesa spins for Josh Martin, also of Mesa, on one of the Apache Trail bridges. See more of Martin's photos at instagram.com/campcoolout.
Seen anything like this before? It's a popular photo technique called "spinning steel" that lets photographers paint with light. Adam Crocker of Mesa spins for Josh Martin, also of Mesa, on one of the Apache Trail bridges. See more of Martin's photos at instagram.com/campcoolout.
Photo: Josh Martin
Valaryee Huffman of Tucson and her boyfriend headed up Mount Lemmon to watch the sunset at Windy Vista. She says there were dozens of others walking around, waiting for sunset, but "I was mostly interested in the road, I loved the way it curved and how tiny the cars were." She dedicates this photo to "someone important to me," her boyfriend's father Kent Toothman, who recently passed away. See more of her photos at instagram.com/walkersprawncocktail.
Valaryee Huffman of Tucson and her boyfriend headed up Mount Lemmon to watch the sunset at Windy Vista. She says there were dozens of others walking around, waiting for sunset, but "I was mostly interested in the road, I loved the way it curved and how tiny the cars were." She dedicates this photo to "someone important to me," her boyfriend's father Kent Toothman, who recently passed away. See more of her photos at instagram.com/walkersprawncocktail.
Photo: Valaryee Huffman
"I call these sun glares 'God's glory' so I always enjoy the moment when it happens," writes Michelle Annette-Granillo of Vail. She says she saw this and just had to stop to take a photo. See more of her photos at instagram.com/mishelleannette.
"I call these sun glares 'God's glory' so I always enjoy the moment when it happens," writes Michelle Annette-Granillo of Vail. She says she saw this and just had to stop to take a photo. See more of her photos at instagram.com/mishelleannette.
Photo: Michelle Annette-Granillo
Michael Baca of Florence captured this stellar shot of the Milky Way southeast of Florence. See more of his photos at facebook.com/casadebacastudios.
Michael Baca of Florence captured this stellar shot of the Milky Way southeast of Florence. See more of his photos at facebook.com/casadebacastudios.
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If your friends don't believe you when you talk about Arizona's amazing monsoon, just show them this. Mike Goe of Tempe says: "I was strolling across another bridge and saw the marvelous clouds billowing up in the distance" over Tempe Town Lake. See more of his photos at instagram.com/maxfraizer.
If your friends don't believe you when you talk about Arizona's amazing monsoon, just show them this. Mike Goe of Tempe says: "I was strolling across another bridge and saw the marvelous clouds billowing up in the distance" over Tempe Town Lake. See more of his photos at instagram.com/maxfraizer.
Photo: Mike Goe
Arizona is full of scenery that makes you look twice. David Day of Bisbee encountered this "pogo-stick cow" between Bisbee and Douglas. He says,"I get a kick out of seeing it every time I drive by." See more of his photos at instagram.com/bisbeedave.
Arizona is full of scenery that makes you look twice. David Day of Bisbee encountered this "pogo-stick cow" between Bisbee and Douglas. He says,"I get a kick out of seeing it every time I drive by." See more of his photos at instagram.com/bisbeedave.
Photo: David Day
The world-famous Antelope Canyon attracts photographers from all over, looking for that perfect shot. Johny Chamieh of Toronto, Canada, was on his second visit to Arizona when he made this stop at Upper Antelope Canyon. He says, "As we entered at 11 o'clock in the morning, it so happened to be the best time to see angelic light beams penetrating through." See more of his photos at instagram.com/johnychamieh.
The world-famous Antelope Canyon attracts photographers from all over, looking for that perfect shot. Johny Chamieh of Toronto, Canada, was on his second visit to Arizona when he made this stop at Upper Antelope Canyon. He says, "As we entered at 11 o'clock in the morning, it so happened to be the best time to see angelic light beams penetrating through." See more of his photos at instagram.com/johnychamieh.
Photo: Johny Chamieh
Monument Valley doubled in wonder for Matt Wing of Tulsa, Okla., after a little rain. Wing and his girlfriend were exploring on a road trip: "Looking back on the photos, the place still looks unreal. It's really quite amazing," he said. See more of his photos at instagram.com/mrwing13.
Monument Valley doubled in wonder for Matt Wing of Tulsa, Okla., after a little rain. Wing and his girlfriend were exploring on a road trip: "Looking back on the photos, the place still looks unreal. It's really quite amazing," he said. See more of his photos at instagram.com/mrwing13.
Photo: Matt Wing
Awwww, so cute! John Sypniewski of Tempe caught this antelope squirrel pausing for a snack near the grounds of the Mission San Xavier del Bac south of Tucson. See more of his photos at instagram.com/johnphx.
Awwww, so cute! John Sypniewski of Tempe caught this antelope squirrel pausing for a snack near the grounds of the Mission San Xavier del Bac south of Tucson. See more of his photos at instagram.com/johnphx.
Photo: John Sypniewski
The dramatic White House Ruins are among the notable sites in Canyon de Chelly National Monument. Kelsey McHugh of Flagstaff shares her view of the former Anasazi dwelling.
The dramatic White House Ruins are among the notable sites in Canyon de Chelly National Monument. Kelsey McHugh of Flagstaff shares her view of the former Anasazi dwelling.
Photo: Kelsey McHugh
The world-famous view from Desert View Watchtower at Grand Canyon National Park becomes even more magnificent as a storm moves in. Laura Anderson of Phoenix took this photo as she was showing her mother the canyon for the first time: "Instead of the typically amazing sunset to the west, we were able to watch this surprise storm roll in from the east." See more of her photos at instagram.com/lbanders.
The world-famous view from Desert View Watchtower at Grand Canyon National Park becomes even more magnificent as a storm moves in. Laura Anderson of Phoenix took this photo as she was showing her mother the canyon for the first time: "Instead of the typically amazing sunset to the west, we were able to watch this surprise storm roll in from the east." See more of her photos at instagram.com/lbanders.
Photo: Laura Anderson
"I've never seen anyone else on that rock ... and I've hiked the Peralta Trail at least 30 times," says Patrick Bulger of Mesa. The trail, located near Gold Canyon, is on the edge of the Superstition Wilderness, which holds nearly 160,000 acres of prime hiking territory. See more of his photos at instagram.com/ny_2_az.
"I've never seen anyone else on that rock ... and I've hiked the Peralta Trail at least 30 times," says Patrick Bulger of Mesa. The trail, located near Gold Canyon, is on the edge of the Superstition Wilderness, which holds nearly 160,000 acres of prime hiking territory. See more of his photos at instagram.com/ny_2_az.
Photo: Patrick Bulger
Misters make Arizona summers bearable, but when caught by sunlight, also make photos magical. Thom Barbour of Scottsdale was working at his booth, The Proper Beast Charcuterie, at the Downtown Phoenix Public Market when a passing skateboarder created a photo-worthy moment. See more of his photos at instagram.com/thombarbour.
Misters make Arizona summers bearable, but when caught by sunlight, also make photos magical. Thom Barbour of Scottsdale was working at his booth, The Proper Beast Charcuterie, at the Downtown Phoenix Public Market when a passing skateboarder created a photo-worthy moment. See more of his photos at instagram.com/thombarbour.
Photo: Thom Barbour
In Arizona, horses occasionally go for a dip. Suzanne Davis of Scottsdale explains, "During the hot summer days, several friends and members from the Cave Creek saddle club meet at Lake Pleasant to let the horses frolic in the water. ... . They really enjoy it and it's a fun way for us to meet up and enjoy our friendships." The smiley fellow pictured is named Dan and belongs to Lucy Soyster.
In Arizona, horses occasionally go for a dip. Suzanne Davis of Scottsdale explains, "During the hot summer days, several friends and members from the Cave Creek saddle club meet at Lake Pleasant to let the horses frolic in the water. ... . They really enjoy it and it's a fun way for us to meet up and enjoy our friendships." The smiley fellow pictured is named Dan and belongs to Lucy Soyster.
Photo: Suzanne Davis
Avid trail runner Sion Lupowitz of Tucson had some competition for trail space while heading into Bear Canyon. He says, "I love seeing tortoises because I feel like they bring good luck!" He adds that he and some running friends keep a critter count during their ventures, and "this was my first one of the year." See more of his photos at instagram.com/sirunben.
Avid trail runner Sion Lupowitz of Tucson had some competition for trail space while heading into Bear Canyon. He says, "I love seeing tortoises because I feel like they bring good luck!" He adds that he and some running friends keep a critter count during their ventures, and "this was my first one of the year." See more of his photos at instagram.com/sirunben.
Photo: Sion Lupowitz
Strong monsoon thunderstorms that moved through the East Valley during the evening commute produced a microburst with wind speeds up to 60 mph, the National Weather Service confirmed. Geoff Brauch of Mesa photographed this rain shaft looking west from Power Road. See more of his photos at instagram.com/gb5766.
Strong monsoon thunderstorms that moved through the East Valley during the evening commute produced a microburst with wind speeds up to 60 mph, the National Weather Service confirmed. Geoff Brauch of Mesa photographed this rain shaft looking west from Power Road. See more of his photos at instagram.com/gb5766.
Geoff Brauch
Chris Walsh of Phoenix says he and friend Cheryl Dent of Scottsdale "stopped by Canyon Lake just to go swimming and it ended up turning into a photoshoot at sunset." Here's a watery truth: Only two of Arizona's lakes are natural: Stoneman Lake and Mormon Lake. See more of his photos at instagram.com/azlandscapesandnatureshots.
Chris Walsh of Phoenix says he and friend Cheryl Dent of Scottsdale "stopped by Canyon Lake just to go swimming and it ended up turning into a photoshoot at sunset." Here's a watery truth: Only two of Arizona's lakes are natural: Stoneman Lake and Mormon Lake. See more of his photos at instagram.com/azlandscapesandnatureshots.
Photo: Chris Walsh
"The combination of old mining equipment and leading lines of the train tracks drew me to this composition," writes Gerry Groeber about this photo he made at the Goldfield ghost town in the Superstition Mountains. See more of his photos at gerrygroeber.com.
"The combination of old mining equipment and leading lines of the train tracks drew me to this composition," writes Gerry Groeber about this photo he made at the Goldfield ghost town in the Superstition Mountains. See more of his photos at gerrygroeber.com.
Photo: Gerry Groeber
Donna Drake of Wickenburg says she was actually in the middle of taking a photo of a rabbit in her yard when she looked up and spotted these birds in the ocotillo branches. Caption contest winner Neal Van Den Langenberg titled it: "Top secret executive branch meeting." See more of Drake's photos at instagram.com/azdawna.
Donna Drake of Wickenburg says she was actually in the middle of taking a photo of a rabbit in her yard when she looked up and spotted these birds in the ocotillo branches. Caption contest winner Neal Van Den Langenberg titled it: "Top secret executive branch meeting." See more of Drake's photos at instagram.com/azdawna.
Photo: Donna Drake
Cats may have nine lives, but this orange feline isn't casting two shadows. Jeannine McChesney of Chandler says Oliver and his buddy Max "always seem to find yin and yang positions." See more of her photos at instagram.com/j9mcc.
Cats may have nine lives, but this orange feline isn't casting two shadows. Jeannine McChesney of Chandler says Oliver and his buddy Max "always seem to find yin and yang positions." See more of her photos at instagram.com/j9mcc.
Photo: Jeannine McChesney
"Will forever be enchanted by the beauty of this place," writes Celeste Ruiz of San Luis. She snapped this image in Antelope Canyon near Page. See more of her photos at instagram.com/celester_.
"Will forever be enchanted by the beauty of this place," writes Celeste Ruiz of San Luis. She snapped this image in Antelope Canyon near Page. See more of her photos at instagram.com/celester_.
Photo: Celeste Ruiz
Even the Arizona sky seems to have gotten excited for "Shark Week" on the Discovery Channel. Mike Devine of Mesa caught this "jawsome" cloud formation in the West Valley near the Loop 303. See more of his photos at instagram.com/hikeraz.
Even the Arizona sky seems to have gotten excited for "Shark Week" on the Discovery Channel. Mike Devine of Mesa caught this "jawsome" cloud formation in the West Valley near the Loop 303. See more of his photos at instagram.com/hikeraz.
Photo: Mike Devine
"Such a beautiful canyon on the Navajo Reservation called Coal Mine Canyon," writes Rachelle Hardy of Tuba City. She paused for the view while friend Ryan Goldtooth snapped a photo. See more of her photos at instagram.com/made4_az.
"Such a beautiful canyon on the Navajo Reservation called Coal Mine Canyon," writes Rachelle Hardy of Tuba City. She paused for the view while friend Ryan Goldtooth snapped a photo. See more of her photos at instagram.com/made4_az.
Photo: Rachelle Hardy And Ryan Goldtooth
Edmundo Mendez Jr. of Chandler settled in near Tempe Center for the Arts to watch the annual Independence Day fireworks over Tempe Town Lake with friends. It didn't disappoint this photography enthusiast. See more of his photos at instagram.com/mundojr.
Edmundo Mendez Jr. of Chandler settled in near Tempe Center for the Arts to watch the annual Independence Day fireworks over Tempe Town Lake with friends. It didn't disappoint this photography enthusiast. See more of his photos at instagram.com/mundojr.
Photo: Edmundo Mendez Jr.
It's "bottoms up" for this pair of ducks, in a photo by Darrell Marquette of Phoenix. See more of his photos at instagram.com/darrell_marquette.
It's "bottoms up" for this pair of ducks, in a photo by Darrell Marquette of Phoenix. See more of his photos at instagram.com/darrell_marquette.
Photo: Darrell Marquette
"Might have been a little too close tonight," says Jason Ball of Scottsdale. He took this electrifying photo in the parking lot at Coronado High School in Scottsdale. See more of his photos at instagram.com/jason_ball.
"Might have been a little too close tonight," says Jason Ball of Scottsdale. He took this electrifying photo in the parking lot at Coronado High School in Scottsdale. See more of his photos at instagram.com/jason_ball.
Photo: Jason Ball
Hazel is the coolest cat in Jerome, thanks to a convenient floor fan. Owner Priscilla Clump of Jerome says, "It's a bit cooler than Phoenix but still hot, as Hazel demonstrates!" See more of her photos at instagram.com/priscilla_az.
Hazel is the coolest cat in Jerome, thanks to a convenient floor fan. Owner Priscilla Clump of Jerome says, "It's a bit cooler than Phoenix but still hot, as Hazel demonstrates!" See more of her photos at instagram.com/priscilla_az.
Photo: Priscilla Clump
Permits are required, but hikers who explore Cibecue Canyon on the White Mountain Apache Reservation are rewarded with waterfalls. A guide is needed to continue to the upper falls. Ben Whipple of Mesa offers a glimpse into what awaits. See more of his photos at instagram.com/tightwhip4.
Permits are required, but hikers who explore Cibecue Canyon on the White Mountain Apache Reservation are rewarded with waterfalls. A guide is needed to continue to the upper falls. Ben Whipple of Mesa offers a glimpse into what awaits. See more of his photos at instagram.com/tightwhip4.
Photo: Ben Whipple
Meteorologist Cory Mottice of Flagstaff was tracking this storm from Sedona. He had this vantage point from near the airport, looking north. See more of his photos at instagram.com/_expl0rer_.
Meteorologist Cory Mottice of Flagstaff was tracking this storm from Sedona. He had this vantage point from near the airport, looking north. See more of his photos at instagram.com/_expl0rer_.
Photo: Cory Mottice