Fort Bowie was the outpost located near Apache Springs along the stage route. It was from here the Army launched the offensive to capture or kill Geronimo, the great Chiricahua chief.

There is not much left of the original complex, but the walls and some portions of buildings have been reinforced to preserve them.

The Fort sits in a quiet valley surrounded by hills. It was so peaceful it is hard to imagine all the killing and suffering that happened.

We spent the night at the lovely Ramsey Canyon Inn Bed & Breakfast. The setting is idyllic and only a few feet from the entrance to the Ramsey Canyon Nature Conservancy Preserve.

Our guide through the preserve pointed out the various hummingbird species feeding there, multiple birds (although I personally never saw them), and explained the history of the San Pedro River and the efforts to restore it to its natural balance. It was a most enjoyable walk

After our tour of Ramsey Canyon we decided to go to The San Pedro River and walk around.The area is lovely and full of birds.

Unfortunately at this time it was also overflowing with BAG WORMS. They were covering the ground, signs, and falling out of trees onto our heads. YUK. Arlene and I were really thrilled about that part.

Despite the offending worms, we had a lovely hike. Don led us on a cross country trek into the wilderness, but he eventually brought us back to civilization and safety. Thanks Don