Grand Canyon News Week of June 30th 2014

First blind man to kayak the Grand Canyon: ‘I couldn’t quit’
Lonnie Bedwell is lights-out blind. He lives far from fast water, yet he decided to do something no blind person has ever done: paddle a kayak the entire length of the Colorado River — 226 miles through the Grand Canyon, some of the most treacherous rapids in the world.

Source: Today News
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Feds Consider Sending Bison to Grand Canyon, Iowa
Federal officials said Monday that 20 parcels of public lands in 10 states could be suitable for bison from Yellowstone National Park, although it’s likely to be years before any animals are relocated to the sites.

Source: ABC News
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What happened: Grisly 1956 aviation disaster over the Grand Canyon
On Monday, the National Park Service marked the 58th anniversary of the collision over the Grand Canyon with wreath laying ceremonies at the United Airlines Memorial in Grand Canyon Pioneer Cemetery and the TWA Memorial in the Flagstaff Citizens Cemetery.

Source: The Salt Lake Tribune
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Ten curious Grand Canyon factoids
1. The first known exploration of the Grand Canyon by boat was in 1869, the John Wesley Powell Expedition.

Source: e TN Global Travel Industry News
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Grand Canyon – Honeymoon of your Dreams
The Grand Canyon, one of the most famous geological wonders, is an incredible honeymoon destination choice. It is 277 miles long and 18 miles wide

Source: ExploretheCanyon.com
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Wood Dale scouts raise money for Grand Canyon picnic tables
While many kids their age are enjoying lounging by a pool or sleeping in during summer vacation, a dozen Wood Dale Boy Scouts are preparing for what may be one of the toughest weeks of their lives.

Source: My Suburban Life
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Tusayan Fourth of July celebration this Friday
Despite being a small town, Tusayan will celebrate our nation’s birthday in grand style this Friday.

Source: Grand Canyon News
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New Grand Canyon Guide for Handicapped Travelers
Even though the Grand Canyon National Park was developed before passage of the Americans with Disabilities Act, visitors with handicaps can still enjoy many of the trails, sights, and Grand Canyon tours this natural wonder offers.

Source: ExploretheCanyon.com
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