Grand Canyon News Week of Sept 22nd 2014
Free entrance to Grand Canyon National Park this weekend Grand Canyon National Park is opening its gates free of charge on Saturday, Sept. 27.
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About Tia Jones
Tia Jones is a long time contributor for the Grand Canyon Visitor Center website. She is active outdoors and absolutely loves the Grand Canyon.
Entries by Tia Jones
Grand Canyons Possibly Cutting Educational Programs
in Grand Canyon Blog, Grand Canyon Profiled, News & EventsThe Grand Canyon National Park is a huge American landmark, attracting upwards of four million visitors a year.
Grand Canyon’s Polar Express Tickets on Sale
in Grand Canyon Blog, Grand Canyon Profiled, Grand Canyon Railway ToursChristmas is a special time of year for all who celebrate it, and few Christmas tales are as memorable and heartwarming as the tale of the Polar Express.
Grand Canyon Tightrope Walker Nik Wallenda Interviewed
in Grand Canyon Attractions, Grand Canyon Blog, Grand Canyon ProfiledWe’ve commented on the incredible feats of lifelong tightrope walker Nik Wallenda before.
Wilderness Act’s 50th Anniversary Celebration in Grand Canyon
in Grand Canyon Blog, Grand Canyon Profiled, Grand Canyon WildlifeThe Grand Canyon National Park will have no shortage of celebrations on September 25th or 27th.
How to Prepare Your Car and Dog for a Road Trip to the Grand Canyon
in Grand Canyon Blog, Grand Canyon Pets, Grand Canyon ProfiledDog owners truly are, if you’ll excuse the pun, a special breed. We consider these four-legged creatures our best friends and a part of the family.
Grand Canyon News Week of Sept. 15th 2014
in Grand Canyon Blog, Grand Canyon ProfiledWilderness Act’s 50th Anniversary Celebration in Grand Canyon The celebration on September 25th will be in honor of the Wilderness Act’s 50th anniversary, an act that has kept Grand Canyon National Park in its pristine state of beauty for the past half-century.
Grand Canyon News Week of Sept. 8th 2014
in Grand Canyon Blog, Grand Canyon ProfiledBiologists designate park Globally Important Bird Area On Saturday Sept. 13th 2014, Grand Canyon National Park will dedicate the park as a Globally Important Bird Area as part of its seventh annual Celebrate Wildlife Day.
Grand Canyon Gondola Possibly in the Future
in Grand Canyon Blog, Grand Canyon ProfiledIt’s not hard to find a stunning view while visiting the Grand Canyon National Park.
Thinning Projects Currently Underway Near the Visitor Center
in Grand Canyon Blog, Grand Canyon ProfiledStarting the week of, September 10th, forest fire specialists working within Grand Canyon National Park will begin thinning the forests in the area.
Grand Canyon News Week of Sept 1st 2014
in Grand Canyon Blog, Grand Canyon ProfiledThink hard before you build that Grand Canyon resort The proposal to build a resort with an elaborate cable-gondola system has to be seen in the larger context. It is about much, much more than economic development on the Navajo Reservation.
Organized Rim to Rim Hiking Groups in the Grand Canyon Now Need Permits
in Grand Canyon Blog, Grand Canyon ProfiledIn the past, taking a group of friends or coworkers out on a Grand Canyon hike was simple and only cost expenses, but due to overcrowding and extreme behaviors during the park’s most crowded seasons, that won’t be true for much longer.
Grand Canyon News Week of Aug 25th 2014
in Grand Canyon Blog, Grand Canyon ProfiledFree admission to Grand Canyon, national parks Visitors to national parks in Arizona and across the country will get free admission on Monday, Aug. 25, in honor of the National Park Service’s 98th birthday.
Grand Canyon 31st Music Festival in Full Swing
in Grand Canyon Blog, Grand Canyon Profiled, Grand Canyon Things to DoWhat could be better? A weekend exploring the awe-inspiring Grand Canyon National Park topped off with awe-inspiring music.
Grand Canyon News Week of Aug 18th 2014
in Grand Canyon Blog, Grand Canyon ProfiledNorth Rim less crowded, offers better views of Grand Canyon The North Rim requires a slightly longer drive, but the rewards are worth it. This is especially true this time of year, for the North Rim is about 1,000 feet higher in elevation and correspondingly cooler.
Time to Bid Again: Grand Canyon Contract Estimated at $1.5 Billion
in Grand Canyon Blog, Grand Canyon ProfiledA lucrative contract for lodging, food, grocery stores, transportation, and mule rides has been reopened for bidding for a third time at Grand Canyon National Park.
Grand Canyon News Week of Aug 11th 2014
in Grand Canyon BlogNew Road Makes Trip to Grand Canyon Skywalk Faster Officials from the Hualapai Tribe gathered Tuesday for a ceremonial grand opening of a road that had been a major headache for tourists headed to the Grand Canyon Skywalk.
Grand Canyon Visitor Center Has a Slideshare Account
in Grand Canyon Blog, Grand Canyon ProfiledDo you use SlideShare? Did you know we have a Slideshare channel dedicated to Grand Canyon South Rim content? There are dozens of Grand Canyon presentations ready and available for download.
8 Slideshare Presentations to Help Plan Your Grand Canyon Vacation
in Grand Canyon Blog, Grand Canyon Profiled, Grand Canyon Things to DoDid you know Grand Canyon Visitor Center is on Slideshare? Are you in charge of planning your Grand Canyon vacation?
Grand Canyon News Week of August 4th 2014
in Grand Canyon Blog, Grand Canyon ProfiledPETA offers reward in Grand Canyon squirrel-kicker case People for the Ethical Treatment of Animals (PETA) is offering a reward of up to $15,000 for information leading to the arrest and conviction of a half-dressed man who appeared to kick a squirrel off the edge of the Grand Canyon in a video that has gone […]
10 Easy Tips to Help You Get Fit for Your Grand Canyon Hike
in Grand Canyon Blog, Grand Canyon Profiled, Grand Canyon Things to DoNow that it’s summer, it might be a good idea to try and get in shape before hitting the trail. But no need to stress (it’s not good for your health), just try to incorporate some healthy strategies and tips into your daily lifestyle.
Grand Canyon News Week of July 28th 2014
in Grand Canyon Blog, Grand Canyon News 2014, Grand Canyon ProfiledTwo nearly naked men lure squirrel to edge of Grand Canyon with treats, then kick it over A video shows the men, wearing only boxer shorts and cowboy hats, appear to take photos while laying out treats to tease a squirrel to the edge of the canyon. Source: NY Daily News Get the Full Story […]
North Rim – Paradise at the Grand Canyon
in Grand Canyon Blog, Grand Canyon North Rim, Grand Canyon ProfiledToo many superlatives come to mind when trying to describe the Grand Canyon. It has to be seen to be believed as photos just don’t do it justice. Seeing the Grand Canyon National Park is a must regardless of which entrance you visit through. But what most visitors don’t realize is that the less visited […]
Grand Canyon News Week of July 21st 2014
in Grand Canyon Blog, Grand Canyon News 2014, Grand Canyon ProfiledFeds: No wolves to roam in Grand Canyon The U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service is scrapping any immediate plans to allow the beleaguered Mexican gray wolf population to expand north to the Grand Canyon, as many wolf advocates and scientists have advocated in recent years. Source: AZ Daily Sun Get the Full Story Will the […]
Will the Proposed Gondola Scar Grand Canyon?
in Grand Canyon Attractions, Grand Canyon Blog, Grand Canyon ProfiledThe Grand Canyon is one of the most spectacular landscapes on Earth, changed by no other force but nature for millions of years. But now the world famous Grand Canyon view could be in danger of being scarred by a man-made aberration. Why, you ask? A Scottsdale developer and some members of the Navajo Nation […]
Warning for Grand Canyon Visitors: Stay away from bats
in Grand Canyon Animals, Grand Canyon Blog, Grand Canyon Profiled, Grand Canyon WildlifeOfficials have warned Grand Canyon visitors after a bat landed on a woman near the Desert View Visitor’s Center and crawled on her shorts, shirt and leg for about 10 minutes as tourist took pictures. According to Kirby-Lynn Shedlowski, a spokeswoman for Grand Canyon National Park, the bat was caught and tested positive for rabies. […]
Grand Canyon News Week of July 14th 2014
in Grand Canyon Blog, Grand Canyon ProfiledGrand Canyon Bats test Positive for Rabies Officials have warned Grand Canyon visitors to take precaution after a woman was exposed this month to a bat that later tested positive for rabies
RV Safety and Grand Canyon Travel Tips
in Grand Canyon Blog, Grand Canyon Profiled, Grand Canyon TipsTraveling in a recreational vehicle (RV) to the Grand Canyon can be cost efficient, comfortable, and convenient. It really highlights the whole “enjoy the journey” mantra!
Tourists Risk their Lives for a Grand Canyon Photo-Op
in Grand Canyon Blog, Grand Canyon Profiled, Grand Canyon TourismThe Grand Canyon National Park is a must on a bucket list. It will blow your mind even if you’re the most experienced traveler.
Grand Canyon News Week of July 7th 2014
in Grand Canyon Blog, Grand Canyon ProfiledHavasupai: The hidden gem of the Grand Canyon Trudging along a dirt path in triple-digit heat with a 50lb backpack isn’t everyone’s idea of a good time. But for travelers seeking Havasupai’s ethereal views, it’s a small sacrifice.