By Kim Lasota
Special to the Arizona Daily Wildcat
Getting away from the continuous hum of your computer and shaking off the pressure of midterm exams can be as simple as driving to the edges of Tucson for a hike.
Spring weather, solitude, diverse terrain and four distinct mountain ranges make Tucson a hiker's paradise.
Equipment should include good boots that support the ankles and offer good traction. Hi/Tec and Vasque Alpha II are wise choices, said David L. Jonason, warehouse manager for Bob's Bargain Barn.
Items that should go on every hike, whether for one hour or one month, include: a map, compass,