About this episode

The episode explores hiking trails at Sunset Crater and discusses NASA's astronaut training in the area.

Let us know what's on your mind? We hike the Bonita Vista and Lenox Crater trails at Sunset Crater, share why NASA trained astronauts here, and explain how a thousand-year-old eruption reshaped this volcanic field. We give practical tips on altitude, footing, water, and protected areas you cannot hike in. • quick overview of Bonita Vista and Lenox Crater loop • Why astronauts trained on Sunset Crater terrain • what to expect at 7,000 feet and why to hydrate • views of the San Francisco Peaks...

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Host: Craig aka thenaturalmedic

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Organizations: NASA

Places: Sunset Crater, Bonita Vista, Lenox Crater, San Francisco Peaks, O’Leary Peak

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