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Fire Update: Grand Canyon National Park, August 6, 2009

The Cape Royal Road on the North Rim of Grand Canyon National Park is open to visitor traffic. Restricted one-lane traffic on the road will be necessary as fire crews continue to work on clearing potential hazards. https://www.nps.gov/grca/learn/news/news_2009-08-06_fires.htm




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National Park Service releases Final Environmental Impact Statement and Assessment of Effect to update Grand Canyon National Park's Fire Management Plan

Grand Canyon National Park Superintendent Steve Martin today announced the availability of the Final Environmental Impact Statement and Assessment of Effect (FEIS/AEF) to update the park’s Fire Management Plan. https://www.nps.gov/grca/learn/news/national-park-service-releases-final-environmental-impact-statement-and-assessment-of-effect-to-update-grand-canyon-national-park-fire-management-plan.htm




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Fire Update: Grand Canyon National Park, August 8, 2009

The Aspen Fire, located on the Walhalla Plateau east of the North Rim developed area continues to meet resource objectives.  https://www.nps.gov/grca/learn/news/news_2009-08-08_fires.htm




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Grand Canyon National Park to Waive Entrance Fees the Weekend of August 15, 16.

On Saturday and Sunday, August 15 and 16, Grand Canyon National Park will join national park units across the country in waiving entrance fees for all park visitors. https://www.nps.gov/grca/learn/news/news_2009-08-10_fee_free.htm




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Fire Update: Grand Canyon National Park, August 11, 2009

The Aspen Fire, located on the Walhalla Plateau east of the North Rim developed area in Grand Canyon National Park, continues to be managed for resource benefits.  https://www.nps.gov/grca/learn/news/news_2009-08-11_fires.htm




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Fatality Reported to Grand Canyon Regional Communications Center

https://www.nps.gov/grca/learn/news/news_2009-08-13_fatality.htm




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Rangers Seek Information on Missing Man at Grand Canyon National Park

Investigators are looking for a young man last seen on August 9, exiting a commercial shuttle in Grand Canyon National Park. https://www.nps.gov/grca/learn/news/news_2009-08-16_missing.htm




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Missing German-National Located

Klaus Lauterbach, the 20 year-old German-national that the Flagstaff Police Department and Grand Canyon National Park rangers have been attempting to locate since August 14, reported in to his family last night.  https://www.nps.gov/grca/learn/news/news_2009-08-17_missing.htm




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Preliminary Data Indicate Humpback Chub Translocation Successful to Date

Preliminary Data Indicate Humpback Chub Translocation Successful to Date https://www.nps.gov/grca/learn/news/news_2009-08-17_chub.htm




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Fire Update: Grand Canyon National Park, August 19, 2009

The Aspen Fire is currently burning along the west rim of the Walhalla Plateau and has now reached 3,835 acres in size. https://www.nps.gov/grca/learn/news/news_2009-08-17_fire.htm




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Aspen Fire Update, Grand Canyon National Park: August 23, 2009

The Aspen Fire, located on the Walhalla Plateau east of the North Rim developed area in Grand Canyon National Park, received precipitation on Saturday, August 22, reducing visible smoke and fire activity.  https://www.nps.gov/grca/learn/news/news_2009-08-23_aspen.htm




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Improvements at the Grand Canyon Visitor Center and Mather Point in Grand Canyon National Park Continue to Progress

Construction on Phase I of the improvements called for in Grand Canyon National Park’s South Rim Visitor Transportation Plan (SRVTP) continues to progress.  https://www.nps.gov/grca/learn/news/news_2009-08-24_phase_i.htm




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Finding of No Significant Impact Signed for the Train Operations Environmental Assessment at Grand Canyon National Park

A Finding of No Significant Impact was signed on August 28, 2009, by Michael D. Snyder, Regional Director for the Intermountain Region of the National Park Service, for Train Operations at Grand Canyon National Park https://www.nps.gov/grca/learn/news/news_2009-08-31_trainea.htm




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Pile Burning Planned for South Rim of Grand Canyon

The National Park Service will be burning piles of woody debris on the South Rim of Grand Canyon National Park. The pile burns will occur over the next few weeks as weather conditions allow.  https://www.nps.gov/grca/learn/news/news_2009-09-01_piles.htm




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Grand Canyon National Park to Celebrate Dia de la Familia on National Public Lands Day

This year National Public Lands Day at Grand Canyon National Park will be commemorated with more than free admission and volunteer opportunities. Park staff and friends will also be celebrating the park’s first Dia de la Familia. https://www.nps.gov/grca/learn/news/news_2009-09-01_npld-dia.htm




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Transition to New Road Alignment to Begin September 8 as Improvements at the Grand Canyon Visitor Center and Mather Point Continue

As the first phase of improvements called for in Grand Canyon National Park's South Rim Visitor Transportation Plan nears completion, the transition to the new South Entrance Road alignment will begin on Tuesday, September 8.  https://www.nps.gov/grca/learn/news/news_2009-09-02_phasei.htm




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Finding of No Significant Impact Signed for the Supai Camp Improvements Environmental Assessment at Grand Canyon National Park

A Finding of No Significant Impact was signed today for improvements to Supai Camp at Grand Canyon National Park. These improvements will be funded in part through the American Recovery and Reinvestment Act of 2009 (ARRA). https://www.nps.gov/grca/learn/news/news_2009-09-03_supai_fonsi.htm




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Rangers in Grand Canyon National Park Search for Missing Man in Grandview Area

Grand Canyon National Park rangers are searching the Grandview-Hance area for a man who has been missing for at least two days. https://www.nps.gov/grca/learn/news/news_2009-09-06_search.htm




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The Search for Andrew Brunelli Continues in Grand Canyon National Park

The search continues for 43 year-old Andrew Brunelli of Clayton, North Carolina, who was last seen on August 31 as he entered Grand Canyon National Park. https://www.nps.gov/grca/learn/news/news-_2009-09-08_search.htm




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Body Believed to be that of Andrew Brunelli Found in Grand Canyon National Park

At approximately 10:45 a.m. today, the body of a lone male was discovered outside of the initial Andrew Brunelli search zone by the park’s helicopter. The body is believed to be that of 43 year-old Andrew Brunelli of Clayton, North Carolina. https://www.nps.gov/grca/learn/news/news_2009-09-09_search.htm




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Desert View Restroom Renovation and East Rim Drive Toilets Project to Begin at Grand Canyon National Park

The National Park Service (NPS) recently awarded a construction contract to SKY Engineering and Construction, Inc. of Phoenix, Ariz., for the renovation of the Desert View restroom and the replacement of existing chemical toilets with new concrete vault toilet buildings at four locations along Grand Canyon National Park’s Desert View Drive. Locations include: South Kaibab Trailhead, Grandview Overlook and Trailhead, Buggeln Hill Picnic Area, and Tusayan Museum. https://www.nps.gov/grca/learn/news/desert-view-restroom-renovation-and-east-rim-drive-toilets-project-to-begin-at-grand-canyon-national-park.htm




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Grand Canyon National Park to Celebrate Día de la Familia on National Public Lands Day

https://www.nps.gov/grca/learn/news/grand-canyon-national-park-to-celebrate-dia-de-la-familia-on-national-public-lands-day.htm




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Grand Canyon hiker discovered deceased below North Rim near Toroweap Valley

https://www.nps.gov/grca/learn/news/grand-canyon-hiker-discovered-deceased-below-north-rim-near-toroweap-valley.htm




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Grand Canyon National Park to Celebrate Earth Science Week October 11 through 17

Grand Canyon National Park will celebrate Earth Science Week by offering a variety of special programs and activities during the week of October 11 – 17, 2009. https://www.nps.gov/grca/learn/news/grand-canyon-national-park-to-celebrate-earth-science-week-october-11-through-17.htm




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Body of man found below the North Rim of Grand Canyon identified

The body of a man found deceased in an area below the North Rim of Grand Canyon National Park near the Toroweap Valley, has been identified as that of 39 year-old Thomas Peake of Atlanta, Georgia.   https://www.nps.gov/grca/learn/news/body-of-man-found-below-the-north-rim-of-grand-canyon-identified.htm




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Fall Prescribed Burn Planned at Grand Canyon

Grand Canyon National Park fire officials are planning to conduct a prescribed fire on the South Rim within the next two weeks if weather and forest conditions permit. https://www.nps.gov/grca/learn/news/news_2009-09-28_rx.htm




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North Rim of Grand Canyon to Remain Open after October 15 with Limited Services

Grand Canyon National Park staff will soon begin the regular seasonal closure of many visitor services and facilities on the North Rim. However, the rim will remain open with limited services through November 29 or until snow closes Highway 67. https://www.nps.gov/grca/learn/news/news_2009-09-30_nr_soft_closure.htm




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Pile Burning Planned for North Rim of Grand Canyon

The National Park Service is making plans to burn piles of woody debris on the North Rim of Grand Canyon National Park over the course of the next 30 days. https://www.nps.gov/grca/learn/news/news_2009-10-07_nr_piles.htm




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National Park Service Approves Temporary Mule Ride on South Rim of Grand Canyon

National Park Service approves temporary mule ride on South Rim of Grand Canyon https://www.nps.gov/grca/learn/news/national-park-service-approves-temporary-mule-ride-on-south-rim-of-grand-canyon.htm




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Business Opportunity Announced for Guided Trail Rides on the North Rim of Grand Canyon National Park

Grand Canyon National Park Superintendent Steve Martin today announced the availability of a prospectus for guided trail rides using mules at the North Rim of Grand Canyon National Park.  https://www.nps.gov/grca/learn/news/news_2009-10-09_nr_mules.htm




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Grand Canyon Artist-in-Residence Programs Announce Their Selections for the 2009 - 2010 Season

Grand Canyon National Park’s North and South Rim Artist-in-Residence programs are pleased to announce the artists selected for the October 2009 – September 2010 season. https://www.nps.gov/grca/learn/news/news_2009-10-22_air.htm




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Grand Canyon to Waive Fees for Veterans on Veterans Day 2009

On Veteran’s Day, Wednesday, November 11, 2009, all military veterans and current members of the U.S. Armed Forces and their families will be admitted to Grand Canyon National Park free of charge. https://www.nps.gov/grca/learn/news/news_2009-11-02_v-day.htm




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National Park Service continues repair and reconstruction projects at Grand Canyon with funds from the American Recovery and Reinvestment Act

The National Park Service continues to accomplish work on projects at Grand Canyon National Park that have been funded, in part, through the American Recovery and Reinvestment Act of 2009 (ARRA). https://www.nps.gov/grca/learn/news/national-park-service-continues-repair-and-reconstruction-projects-at-grand-canyon-with-funds-from-the-american-recovery-and-reinvestment-act.htm




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National Park Service Announces Availability of Environmental Assessment for new Science and Resource Management Facility in Grand Canyon National Park

Grand Canyon National Park Superintendent Steve Martin has announced that an environmental assessment for the construction of a new Science and Resource Management Facility in the park is now available for public review and comment. https://www.nps.gov/grca/learn/news/news_2009-11-19_sandrm.htm




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Operational Changes to Backcountry Permitting Procedures Planned at Grand Canyon National Park

https://www.nps.gov/grca/learn/news/news_2009-11-20_procedure_change.htm




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North Rim of Grand Canyon National Park to Close for the Season

North Rim of Grand Canyon National Park to close for the season https://www.nps.gov/grca/learn/news/north-rim-of-grand-canyon-national-park-to-close-for-the-season.htm




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Body of man recovered from below South Rim of Grand Canyon National Park

Body of man recovered from below South Rim of Grand Canyon National Park https://www.nps.gov/grca/learn/news/body-of-man-recovered-from-below-south-rim-of-grand-canyon-national-park.htm




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Body of man recovered from below the South Rim of Grand Canyon identified

The body of a man that was recovered from below the South Rim of Grand Canyon on Saturday afternoon has been identified as that of 62 year-old, B. Holt Vaughn from Broomfield, Colorado.  https://www.nps.gov/grca/learn/news/body-of-man-recovered-from-below-the-south-rim-of-grand-canyon-identified.htm




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Winter Driving Conditions Have Arrived in Grand Canyon National Park

With snow already falling and a winter storm warning in effect through the evening of Monday, December 7, winter driving conditions have arrived in Grand Canyon National Park. https://www.nps.gov/grca/learn/news/news_20091207_winter_driving.htm




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National Park Service Announces Award of Contract to Operate Grand Canyon Visitor Transportation System

https://www.nps.gov/grca/learn/news/national-park-service-announces-award-of-contract-to-operate-grand-canyon-visitor-transportation-system.htm




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Rangers Respond to Request for Assistance for Grand Canyon Railway

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Youth Photography from Grand Canyon in Focus Program on Display at Historic Williams Depot

A new exhibit is on display at Williams’ historic train depot; and the eye-catching photographs were all taken by Arizona youth.  https://www.nps.gov/grca/learn/news/2009-12-18_photos.htm




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Desert View Drive in Grand Canyon National Park is Closed as Rangers Clear Multiple Accidents

Grand Canyon National Park rangers and road crews continue to work on clearing Desert View Drive of multiple accidents after light snow fell on wet roads just as evening temperatures dropped below freezing on Tuesday, December 29. https://www.nps.gov/grca/learn/news/2009-12-29_accidents.htm




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Body Found Below Rim at Grand Canyon National Park

The body of a lone male has been discovered below the rim at the Abyss on Hermit Road in Grand Canyon National Park.  https://www.nps.gov/grca/learn/news/2010-1-6_body.htm




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Desert View Watchtower in Grand Canyon National Park to Undergo Renovations

Desert View Watchtower, one of the most prominent architectural features on the South Rim of Grand Canyon National Park, is slated to undergo renovations over the next several months. https://www.nps.gov/grca/learn/news/news_2010-1-11_watchtower.htm




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Grand Canyon National Park Accepting Applications for Bicycle Rental Operation Commercial Use Authorization

Grand Canyon National Park Superintendent Steve Martin today announced that the park will begin accepting applications for a commercial use authorization (CUA) for bicycle rental operations on Grand Canyon National Park’s South Rim.  https://www.nps.gov/grca/learn/news/grand-canyon-national-park-accepting-applications-for-bicycle-rental-operation-commercial-use-authorization.htm




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National Park Service accepting applications for noncommercial Colorado River rafting permits for 2011 calendar year

The National Park Service is now accepting applications for noncommercial river trip permits to raft the Colorado River through Grand Canyon National Park. The permits are for specific launch dates within calendar year 2011. https://www.nps.gov/grca/learn/news/national-park-service-accepting-applications-for-noncommercial-colorado-river-rafting-permits-for-2011-calendar-year.htm




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Grand Canyon Awards Contract for Phase II of Improvements Called for in Transportation Plan

The National Park Service (NPS) recently awarded the contract for construction of Phase II of the improvements called for in Grand Canyon National Park’s South Rim Visitor Transportation Plan to Fann Contracting, Inc. of Prescott, Arizona.  https://www.nps.gov/grca/learn/news/news_2010-02-08_phase_ii.htm




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National Park Service Announces Availability of Revised Environmental Assessment for new Science and Resource Management Facility in Grand Canyon National Park

Grand Canyon National Park Superintendent Steve Martin has announced that a revised environmental assessment (EA) for the construction of a new Science and Resource Management Facility in the park is now available for public review and comment. https://www.nps.gov/grca/learn/news/national-park-service-announces-availability-of-revised-environmental-assessment-for-new-science-and-resource-management-facility-in-grand-canyon-national-park.htm




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National Park Service Seeking Comments on Potential Changes to Concessions Operations at Grand Canyon National Park

The National Park Service (NPS) is developing an Environmental Assessment (EA) under the National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA) to analyze potential changes to concession operations at Grand Canyon National Park. https://www.nps.gov/grca/learn/news/national-park-service-seeking-comments-on-potential-changes-to-concessions-operations-at-grand-canyon-national-park.htm