South Rim Grand Canyon 2013 Winter Guide

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Here’s a list of a few things to do in the Grand Canyon December 1st 2013 through February 28, 2014

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Grand Canyon Village
GRAND CANYON VISITOR CENTER
Plan your visit, see the park film Grand Canyon: A Journey of Wonder, and learn about Grand Canyon with the park’s newest exhibits. Park Store, food service, and canyon view from Mather Point nearby. 9 am–5 pm

VERKAMP’S VISITOR CENTER
Visit one of the oldest buildings in Grand Canyon Village and explore more than 100 years of community history.
8 am–6 pm

KOLB STUDIO
View rotating exhibits in the restored 1904 Kolb brothers’ home and photography studio. 8am–6 pm

YAVAPAI GEOLOGY MUSEUM
Find answers to your geology questions with 3D maps and exhibits about the geologic story you see through the panoramic windows. 8 am–6 pm

Desert View
DESERT VIEW VISITOR CENTER
Discover how Grand Canyon continues to inspire people. Document a Grand Canyon memory by writing or drawing in the visitor journal. 9 am–5 pm

TUSAYAN MUSEUM AND RUIN
See original artifacts, including split twig figurines and ancestral Puebloan pottery. Gain insight into local American Indians. Museum: 9 am–5 pm

LOOK FOR CONDORS
California condors symbolize what national parks embody: preservation of the earth’s wonders. Their reintroduction motivates us to protect this important landscape for future generations. Look for condors near Bright Angel Lodge, Pipe Creek Vista, and along the Bright Angel and South Kaibab trails. Please stay 75 feet (23 m) away from these endangered birds.

Discover the Canyon by Phone
Enjoy two-minute park ranger talks at 30 locations throughout the park. Wherever you see a cell phone tour sign, dial 928-225-2907 and enter the stop number. There is no additional charge; standard calling rates apply. Funded by the Grand Canyon Association.

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Virtual Caching
Grand Canyon National Park introduces a Virtual Cache program that allows a new way to explore the park. The first series of caches will be EarthCaches, which are specifically tailored towards geology, educational experiences, modern technology, and outdoor adventures. Stop by Grand Canyon Visitor Center IMAX or visit www.nps.gov/grc/planyourvisit/virtual-caching.htm to get your EarthCache information and start your adventure today. You will need your own GPS-enabled device to participate