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Grand Canyon

Cup and Channel Glyph overlooking the Grand Canyon

utah0rbust April 7, 2019 Petroglyphs - Water Glyph

This one took a little research to find. On my quest to find every cup and channel glyph (aka waterglyph), I came across a blog post showing this spectacular specimen and was suddenly obsessed with finding it (shocking, huh.) Navigating to the particular spot was long and sandy. Mile and …

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Havasu Falls: A once in a lifetime adventure

utah0rbust July 20, 2018 Grand Canyon - Scenic

Ever since I moved to southern Utah, Havasu Falls has been on my bucket list. There are so many logistics involved when planning a trip to this magical place — from securing a permit, to buying gear, to preparing for a long and steep hike in ungodly hot weather (if …

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Shamans Gallery: Ghosts in the desert

utah0rbust October 4, 2016 Uncategorized

Shamans Gallery is an impressive rock art site at the North Rim of the Grand Canyon. It’s accessed via Tuckup Trail, which is a 100 mile route that originates at Toroweap Point. To get to this amazing panel (truly, this is not only one of my favorite sites in the …

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A wild javalina, new Subaru WRX glamour shots, and a castle and condors!

utah0rbust December 17, 2015 Uncategorized

The Grand Canyon is my happy place. I’m convinced it is THE most special place on planet Earth. On our way home from Williams, AZ this year, we took a slight detour to visit the south rim. I’ve only been to the south rim one other time, when I ran …

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Bearizona!

utah0rbust December 17, 2015 Uncategorized

Our annual trip to Williams, AZ would not be complete without a trip to Bearizona. Entrance to Fort Bearizona, the walk-through portion of the park Bearizona is awesome! It is only a 5 minute drive from Williams and located off of iconic route 66. At Bearizona, you get to drive …

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Polar Express!

utah0rbust December 17, 2015 Uncategorized

We just returned from our 5th year traveling to the North Pole (aka Williams, AZ) on the Polar Express!! The Polar Express is really the perfect Christmas treat. Each year, for those three days away from the busy life and school and work… our family can enjoy the magic of …

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Official G2G photos

utah0rbust October 16, 2015 Uncategorized

I’m still in recovery mode from the G2G Ultra nearly 3 weeks ago. 170 miles can do that to you, I guess 🙂 I’m just plain exhausted! I have had so many emotions lately. I’m glad that I am done! That I finished! I get sad when I look at …

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Grand to Grand Ultra: 170 miles of life-changing memories

utah0rbust October 2, 2015 Uncategorized

Shortly after finishing the grueling 170 mile desert traverse If you’ve ever wandered what it’s like to feel completely drained of every ounce of every bit of energy in your body, broiling hot, pain so severe that your feet and toes finally just go numb, uncontrollable and sporadic bouts of …

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Two weeks until the Grand to Grand Ultra

utah0rbust September 6, 2015 Uncategorized

I can’t believe that my race of a lifetime is just two weeks away. On Sunday, September 20, I will be running the Grand to Grand Ultra, the first and only self-supported footrace in America. My pack — I think I need a name for her. Suggestions? WHAT THIS MEANS: …

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Grand Canyon Ultra: Get ready for draw-dropping beauty

utah0rbust April 28, 2015 Grand Canyon - Scenic - Ultramarathon

Are you ready for this? On May16 & 17 this could be YOU at the Grand Canyon Ultra. I love, love love LOVE the Grand Canyon. I’m a little bit sentimental about this particular ultramarathon (hosted by Ultra Adventures — the very BEST when it comes to destination trail races …

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Jill Williams

I'm Jill and I'm an outdoor junkie, personal trainer, and certified bunny hugger. I am in love with the red rocks and desolate landscape that southern Utah offers. The outdoors is what feeds my soul. I love of trail running, hiking, exploring and photography. I spend nearly all of my free time exploring the high desert with my husband, 2 kids, and an unruly pack of mutts. xoxo

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