It was a wintry — by Phoenix standards — 51° when I started my traditional Christmas Eve day hike up Shaw Butte. The Christmas Palo Verde was a bit barren again this year. Seems like things changed around Chinese Lung AIDs in 2020. I should bring some ornaments next year. Anyway, it was good to see an old friend and get in some sorely needed elevation gain.
Merry Christmas! 🎄
Distance: 4.56 mi.
AEG: 878 ft.
Time: 1h 27m
