Lightning Safety at Grand Canyon
Summer thunderstorms (July through September) provide beauty, excitement, and much needed water to Grand Canyon, but they also bring risk. Dangerous, ...
Hiking Grand Canyon
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Grand Canyon Hiking can be one of the most challenging and memorable experiences of a lifetime. But no hike in the canyon is easy: the terrain is steep, dry and rugged. This channel is designed to help you plan for and enjoy your hike into the canyon's harsh, yet fragile, environment. The Grand Canyon overwhelms our senses through its immense size. Unique combinations of geologic color and erosional forms decorate a canyon that is 277 river miles (446km) long, up to 18 miles (29km) wide, and a mile (1.6km) deep.
Hiking in the Heat (TWEET to Beat the Heat!)
Some tips for hiking in the extreme heat of the inner Grand Canyon; tips that can mean the difference between an enjoyable hike and a potentially fata...
June 2013 Update: Backcountry Information Center
Learn about Grand Canyon National Park's the Backcountry Information Center and how to obtain trip planning information and how to apply for a permit.
Intro to Hiking Grand Canyon - 20 Minute Audiocast (from video)
This is an audio podcast made from the soundtrack of Hiking Information Video. Hiking in the Grand Canyon is so demanding that even people in excellen...
1) Preparation - Hiking Grand Canyon Video
Part 1 of the video tells you how to prepare for your hike or backpacking trip. Hiking in the Grand Canyon is so demanding that even people in excelle...
2) Your Hike - Hiking Grand Canyon Video
Part 2 of the video tells shows an backpacking trip in progress and what to do when faced with a variety of situations during your hike or backpacking...
3) Review - Hiking Grand Canyon Video
Part 3 of the video provides a brief review of the Grand Canyon Hiking Information from parts 1 and 2 of this video program. If you wish to camp anywh...
PSAR01 - What is Preventive Search and Rescue?
As a PSAR Ranger, my job is to help visitors avoid needing to be rescued by providing education about the hazards of hiking in the Grand Canyon, and t...
PSAR02 - 10 Essentials for Grand Canyon Hiking
Before we can head down the trail we need to pack the equipment and supplies we will need for the hike. Whenever I hike the trails, even if I’m only i...
PSAR03 - Heading down the trail: It’s all about planning
Before we start down the trail though, there are a few more things to consider. First and foremost, are you in good physical condition? If you have an...