Here with Her Podcast

Author Paul Fiarkoski joins Kristen to talk about the Arizona Bucket List Adventure Guide and Journal he wrote. Paul talks about the big move that inspired this book and how a hike into the Grand Canyon lead him to a life of adventure in Arizona. Paul highlights his top favorites from the fifty adventures highlighted in his book. You’ll hear about destinations you didn’t know existed and be eager to plan your next big adventure!

In episode 4 we continue talking about all Arizona State Parks have to offer. Arizona travel writer Roger Naylor joins Kristen to talk about his new book Arizona State Parks: A Guide to Amazing Places in the Grand Canyon State. Roger tells us all about the year he spent visiting every AZ state park and how it impacted him. He gives details on his favorite destinations and even shares some insight into how he started his awesome career.

Fall is a magical time in Arizona. In this episode, you’ll learn about a handful of destinations you can explore in a day or weekend to enjoy cooler weather, camping, fishing, hiking and more. Arizona State Parks joins Kristen to highlight parks you can head to for a quick escape from the ordinary. We’ll also talk about the lessons we can all learn from this special season.

Learn about how to get a permit and properly prepare for the hike Havasupai, the land of blue-green waterfalls in Northern Arizona. Kristen and tour guide Debbie Hendricks help you understand the permitting process for this adventure and others! 

Get to know Kristen Keogh while learning about her struggle with Interstitial Cystitis and how the outdoors helped her overcome chronic pain. You'll get familiar with the Phoenix Mountains Preserve and the story behind the name "Piestewa Peak". We'll also discuss prioritizing time outdoors and some tips for overcoming anything that's preventing you from living a more adventurous life.