Grand Canyon National Park

This Third Time Was Anything But Charming – SPOT Misuse At Grand Canyon National Park

Frivolous calls to 911 centers are a growing problem all across the country, but when the call comes from a remote location in Grand Canyon National Park, both the expense and risks of an emergency response increase dramatically. A group of hikers recently activated their SPOT device not once, not twice, but three times on the same trip.

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By Jim Burnett - October 21st, 2009 10:29am

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National Park Quiz 71: Are There Any?

Sure, you know what can be found in this or that park, but do you what things aren’t found there? Take this quiz and find out. Answers are at the end. If we catch you peeking, we’ll tattle on you.

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By Bob Janiskee - October 30th, 2011 7:27am

When Visiting the National Parks, Look for Historic Lookouts

Many national parks have historic lookouts that are, or should be, listed on the National Historic Lookouts Register. Visitors who know where to look can see lots of splendid examples.

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By Bob Janiskee - October 9th, 2009 1:49pm

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A New Route for Mule Trips at Grand Canyon National Park

A trail reconstruction project on the South Kaibab Trail at Grand Canyon National Park has led to some changes in mule trips at the park. The overnight trip to Phantom Ranch is not affected, but the day trip to Plateau Point has been replaced by a ride to an overlook featuring a view with a classic Grand Canyon name: The Abyss.

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By Jim Burnett - October 8th, 2009 5:00am

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North Rim of Grand Canyon To Remain Open To Vehicles Until Late November...or Snowfall

There's still plenty of time to visit the North Rim of Grand Canyon National Park. Officials say vehicle access to the North Rim will be possible until the end of November...or heavy snowfall.

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By Kurt Repanshek - October 2nd, 2009 6:00am

Route 66 Fans Rejoice! Here's a Great New Source of Information On "The Mother Road"

In the days before interstate highways made travel faster—and usually a lot less interesting—a road trip to some popular NPS sites included a drive on at least part of Route 66. Fans of the historic highway now have a great new resource for information about the famous route.

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By Jim Burnett - October 23rd, 2011 2:05pm

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Interested in Earth Science? Head To Grand Canyon National Park In Mid-October

If there's a great place to study earth science in the National Park System, certainly Grand Canyon National Park would be near, if not at, the top of the list. And if you head to Grand Canyon in mid-October, you'll be able to study earth science with the rangers and staff.

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By Kurt Repanshek - September 26th, 2009 6:00am

Body of Overdue Hiker Found in Remote, Rugged Area of Grand Canyon National Park

The body of a man whose wife reported him overdue from a hike at Grand Canyon National Park was found in a remote and rugged area below the North Rim.

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By Kurt Repanshek - September 22nd, 2009 7:18pm

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America’s National Rural Teacher of the Year Teaches Grand Canyon Rangers’ Kids

Schools in isolated national parks have a tough time attracting and retaining good teachers. This makes it all the more remarkable that the National Rural Teacher of the Year is an art teacher in the school district serving Grand Canyon National Park.

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By Bob Janiskee - September 17th, 2009 2:23pm

SPOT – The Good, the Bad and the Silly Uses for Those High-Tech Communicators

SPOT units are compact communication devices that can be used to summon help in event of an emergency in remote areas. SPOT can be a life-saving tool, but false alarms by inept users can also be a problem. Recent incidents in two parks illustrate the potential and the pitfalls of modern technology.

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By Jim Burnett - September 17th, 2009 7:25pm

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