Under the Cover of Nightfall
2024 was a very busy year for me. I started this blog, got a piece published in AZA's "Connect" publication, and went on countless hikes and excursions into the beautiful Arizona wilderness, among other things. Amongst the chaos that was the second half of 2024, nestled in between responsibilities and life changes was something very special: my wedding. I got married in late October, and it should surprise no one that our small ceremony was held outdoors beneath the desert sun. But the sun, alone, would not have made for a perfect day. We all stayed outside as the moon rose high and the constellations found their place in the night sky. And, for one of the last nights of the season, I pulled out my ultraviolet flashlight and took our guests searching for scorpions. My wedding day wouldn't have been the same without them. Photo by Alex Bickers This region of the world is known widely for the bright, sunny days that occur year-round. When most pe...