First snow at Grand Canyon
Sure glad I had Friday off work and all the chores done so I didn’t have to go outside in the snow. Much nicer to watch it from my windows. Of course I didn’t get any snowy canyon photos by staying...
View ArticleNorth Rim Grand Lodge at Grand Canyon shutting down for winter
Stop, don’t drive up to the North Rim expecting a room at the inn. Even the Autumn leaves are falling fast. But of course the canyon isn’t going anywhere. October 15th marks the last night cabin...
View ArticleSunrise over Toroweap camp
I’m so rarely up early enough to catch sunrise that when I do I am in total awe. Of course when camping I do tend to go to bed earlier than at home where the computer and internet distract me into wee...
View ArticleCamping at Toroweap Grand Canyon National Park
The road to get there is terrible but to camp at Toroweap is divine. It’s such a long bumpy drive it’s barely worth just going for the day. Besides, the best part of the place is sunrise and set....
View ArticleNampaweap Rock Art Grand Canyon-Parashant National Monument
It was a little too hot to hang out at Toroweap during the day so we drove off to look for some rock art. I told you the road was terrible. Jake guided me over the giant boulders of slick rock to get...
View ArticleSun dog and halo at Toroweap
Walking to the rim of Grand Canyon for sunset on the second night of camping at Toroweap the sun was dropping and a sun dog appeared. Always a fun sky experience. Sun dogs occur because hexagonal ice...
View ArticleSunset at Toroweap
After seeing the sun dog and halo we rushed to the rim for sunset. I found a stable looking rock and set up the new tripod. With Jake just above and behind me I kept bugging him about camera settings....
View ArticleThe Golden Hour at Grand Canyon
Two nights before I left the North Rim I made it to Cape Royal for my last sunset over the canyon for several months to come. The amazing light and the shadow shapes captured my imagination. The...
View ArticleSunset over the Colorado River from Toroweap
Another beautiful sunset from Toroweap. This actually comes from the first night camped there and I’ve already showed you the second night. After the long and bumpy ride we set up camp in a hurry and...
View ArticleSnow at Grand Canyon
Although I’m not at the canyon right now I’ve heard from a dear friend who is staying on the North Rim that there’s snow at Grand Canyon, at least 18 inches on the north side. And more coming. I’m...
View ArticleReturning to my Summer Grand Canyon home
Arrived at my summer Grand Canyon home Wednesday afternoon. Returning to an old friend yet always with new eyes. I am so fortunate to live and work here for six months of the year. The new to me...
View ArticleOpening the North Rim 2013
The North Rim of Grand Canyon National Park opens its gates May 15th by 8 am. I’d expect a line so please be patient, the canyon isn’t going anywhere. All the employees of Forever Resort and the...
View ArticleHiking Cathedral Wash
Hiking Cathedral Wash with friends and co-workers proved to be a great way to get out of the office. Downstream on the Colorado River from Lee’s Ferry boat launch We usually hike rim-to-rim, from north...
View ArticleGrand Canyon views from Timp Point in the Kaibab National Forest
Not all Grand Canyon views are seen within the National Park. When visiting the North Rim other options for viewing the canyon can be found in the Kaibab National Forest. Several points are...
View ArticleWallenda tightrope walk not over Grand Canyon or in the park
Sensationalist Nik Wellenda is scheduled to cross the Little Colorado River on Navajo Nation Parks and Recreation land but the tightrope walk is not over Grand Canyon or in the park. This is a...
View ArticleCamping at Point Sublime Grand Canyon
The first time I drove this horrendous road I wasn’t prepared to stay overnight but this time I got my permit for camping at Point Sublime Grand Canyon National Park North Rim. There are two campsites...
View ArticleI’ve been sick
I’ve been sick, and had company. Not the best of combinations. But I’ve still tried to get out and enjoy life. Sick has been a bout of diverticulitis so my gut pains me especially in the mornings....
View Article2013 Native American Heritage Days at North Rim Grand Canyon
OK, you missed Native American Heritage Days again. I’ve posted about this event several times, but every year brings something a little different. This event has been held for 20 years during the...
View ArticleMonsoon visits Grand Canyon and What to do when it rains
During July and August monsoon season brings much need moisture to the Southwest. Unfortunately for visiting tourists, who seem to think all of Arizona is a constantly dry desert, rain will most...
View ArticleShutdown at Grand Canyon Day 3
No one visiting due to the federal government shutdown at Grand Canyon. It is eerily quiet except for the wind in the tree tops. This morning the parking lot was almost empty. Visitors still had...
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