Desert Adventures

09/09/2024

September 17th, I am going in for open heart by pass surgery for Ascending Aortic Aneurism, Valve replacements, Hiatal hernia and some other things. Life's a bitch so live life to the fullest and Love like there's no tomorrow. Love you all.

31/05/2024

Located in Vail AZ, next to Tucson. June 8th, Everyone is invited to come out. This event is being sponsored by GWR. This event is for the kids to pick up and learn about rocks and geology. The cost is $20.00 per child to pick up and take home some beautiful rocks and create great memories. NO cost for the adults. Time from 9am until 12 noon. Please bring drinks and lunch if you like. Please call or text me to RSVP. Bob 520-345-4682

June 9th is for anyone that would like to go out with the GWR on an ATV adventure. We have 6 sports available. We ride thru the high desert, 4,500' elevation, see the incredible colored plants and wildlife. We stop at washes along the way, park and look for rocks.
We wind up at a small stream with lots of shade. We eat our lunches and on the way back, stop in more sand washes. Cost is $80.00 cash. We leave at 9am and back 2pm. Regular tour price any other day is $240.00. Heavily discounted for the GWR group. Please text or call me to confirm reservation's. Bob 520-345-4682

30/04/2024

Anyone trying to call me at 520-345-4682, my phone is down until the weekend,

15/03/2024

Great time of year for a mine/ATV tour. open 7 days a week, 365 days a year. Please call me for more info 520-345-4682 Bob

06/12/2023

Desert Adventures Vail AZ. We had two great couples join us on a silver mine tour. We also offer ATV tours. I go over ATV operational instructions and then head up to the Chief Silver mine. Park out ATVs, get on our knee pads and helmets with lights on. We start the decent into the abyss.

First level is at 125'. We make sure everyone has a face gator for dust, and give them a few bottles of water. We then hold onto the 1" diameter rope and continue to descend down the main shaft until 450'. We passed a ladder and wooden ore shute. Now at the 450' level is a dead head. A dead head is meant to diffuse the crash when the ore cart cable snaps..

We explore the right drift while admiring the original mine graffiti and go to the end of the drift. Then we go back into the left drift where we find a stope. A wooden man made structure which allows the miners to go up vertically to chase the silver ore vein.

At this point, you are now 650' underground. We take many photos during the mine tour. We head up to the surface, go back to the shop and have lunch with wonderful folks. I assure that the mine and ATV tour are a "Once in a lifetime experience".

30/06/2023

Mine and ATV tours available 365 days a year.

28/05/2023

For June 10th, 8am. This is an adventure outing. We will take the ATVs to Cienega Falls. Takes an hour or so to get there. Beautiful little water falls in the middle of the desert with a big willow tree for shade while laying on a sandy beach.

Bring a snack or brunch with you. This trip will be 4-5 hours. For GWR, this tour will cost you 1/3 what I normally get for an ATV tour. The whole point is to get the GWR some social and adventure time.

We are leaving at 8am to beat the heat. A fun packed day for all. Cost is $80.00 per girl. We only have 5 slots for your GWR but we can do this anytime you like on another day. Please RSVP on this page if you would like to go.

Pssssst. Later on today we will be posting about an ATV-based adventure to be had by 5 lucky ladies on Saturday, June 10th!
(18+ only please)
This will be done on a first come first served basis via commenting below the next post with all the details. Please watch for it!

*beautiful cactus bloom pic to catch your attention. 🙂

13/10/2022

08/08/2022

I've met some incredible and very active people over 50 who have come out on my mine and ATV tours. Let's get together for some social events we can create. Thanks so much, Bob Miller

11/07/2022

GIRLS WHO ROCK We are doing this get together as many of the girls wanted to bring their husbands and boyfriends. You do not have to come with a partner. You are welcome to come single as you may have to all the other events.
Sugarro Corners, 3750 S Old Spanish Trail, Tucson, AZ 85730 Houghton Road to Old Spanish Trail. Follow for a few miles till ou hit a T intersection and SG is on the left. We're trying to get this started a little earlier so we get some good seating. There is indoo and outdoor dining.
Even if you have not participated in any prior GIRLS WHO ROCK events, please feel free to come. Saturday evening 5pm until 9 or when ever. Really looking forward to seeing everyone and their better halves...lol

05/04/2022

A few spots open for April 17th and 23rd. We are taking the GIRLS WHO ROCK club out on ATVs to explore the washes, find cool rocks and minerals. Everybody has an incredible time. Cost is $80.00 for 4-5 hours, ATV included.

****SUNDAY, APRIL 17****
9:00am until TBD (typically 4 to 5 hours)

Who is up for some pure rockhounding fun via ATV in Southeast Arizona? 😃

To reserve your spot, please comment below.
First come, first serve. Because there are 8 spots maximum, it is very important that you contact us asap IF you should need to cancel. This way we can offer the spot to the first person on the waiting list. 🙏

Our first go at offering this type of excursion was an absolute blast. For those who may be heat-sensitive, please keep in mind that we will be in the direct sun the entire time. Good hydration is essential starting the day before as well as during the event. Cost is $80 cash.

04/04/2022

Max capacity is 8 girls so please let Melissa or I know if you would like to book a spot. Last GWR/ATV outing was just incredible. Surround yourself with like minded people, bring a lunch, liquids and have a blast. Let's not forget about finding very cool rocks and minerals.

****SATURDAY, APRIL 23****
9:00am to TBD (typically 4 to 5 hours)

Rockhounding via ATV in SE AZ allows us to access many different places in areas not accessible by road vehicles. If this sounds like fun to you, come join us for this second ATV GWR excursion in April! Please note that we will be in full sunlight the entire time and so do prepare at least one day prior by hydrating yourself as well as during and afterward.

To claim your spot, please comment below. We realize this event is several weeks out. IF you should need to cancel, no problem, but please do us the solid by letting us know asap so that we can offer this experience to someone on the waiting list. Many thanks! Cost is $80 cash.

10/03/2022

GIRLS WHO ROCK is offering the First Annual PARENTS AND KIDS dig event on March 19th, Saturday from 9am until 12 noon. Please see the GIRLS WHO ROCK page for further information. Great time of year to get the kids out and rock hounding.

UPDATE: This event is now full. We have reached our maximum capacity. Thank you for your interest!

FIRST ANNUAL FAMILY/CHILDREN’S DIG DAY!

Saturday, March 19, 2022 from 9am to 12pm.

Since our Girls Who Rock journey began in the Fall of 2021, we have had numerous requests for a family/children’s dig day. What better month than March to hold our first annual family/children’s dig day event! Please read the details below and kindly respond in the comments section below if you would like to attend and how many persons would be in your party (kids and adults). The maximum limit for this event is 20 persons.

DETAILS
WHO: All budding rockhounders (male or female) ages 5-17 are invited to join in this event along with at least one parent/legal guardian. It is mandatory for safety purposes, that each child attending be accompanied by at least one parent/legal guardian. During the entire event, it is very important that parents have eyes on their child/children at all times.
The cost is $15 per child and $5 per parent to attend. Children are allowed to collect surface finds on top of the tailings of the historical Chief Silver Mine. For simplicity sake, cash only please.

WHAT TO EXPECT. At the very beginning we will provide a brief demonstration of the rocks and minerals that are present at this mine so that the littles have an understanding of what to look for on their hunt. We encourage the parents to partake in this event as guides only so that the children feel the joy of discovery independently. Children are able to keep what they find during their hunt. Entrance into the actual mine will not be permitted during this event. (Families can easily book a separate tour of the mine with Bob for a future day in time).

WHAT TO BRING: We encourage attendees to bring their own collection pails to keep their finds in. Any simple plastic pail will do. Please bring enough water/drinks and snacks with you for the duration of the event. Portable hand wipes are a great thing to have with you. Please note that there are limited facilities available on site (aka there is only one toilet and sink), and so it’s a good idea to take care of business before arriving on site. For every person attending, please wear good solid shoes and old clothes as some of the minerals can stain clothing. Don’t forget those sunglasses, hats, and sunscreen!

We hope to see you on the 19th! Don’t forget to RSVP in the comments section below if you would like to reserve some spots. Thanks!

22/01/2022

January 30th is the last GIRLS WHO ROCK dig event of this month. Anyone still interested please text me to hold a spot for you.

Thanks, Bob 520-345-4682

Everyone who comes out meets like minded rock hounds and creates great friendships. Give us a try.

15/12/2021

Another great Mine and ATV tour. We do this 7 days a week and 365 days a year if your interested. Just PM me for details. We start out with a 3-4 hour mine tour and then hear out into the high desert for a 4-5 hour ATV tour.

Not to late to book a tour.

15/12/2021

Another GREAT ATV tour. Still beautiful weather to come out for a 2 1/2 hour or 5 hour ATV tour. Mine tours still available in Vail AZ only 30 minutes from Tucson.

I am so blessed meeting such great people that come out on the tours. I really enjoyed your company and look forward to the next time we see each other.

25/11/2021

Another GREAT mine tour in Vail AZ only 30 minutes from Tucson AZ . It's always a great time of year for amine tour. Temps below ground run between 50 to 60 degrees all year round.

Most people say this is a "Once in a lifetime experience" to see how the miners 150 years ago worked and lived. Come on down for a tour.