de Grand Canyon National Park Welcomes Fourth Grade Students through Every Kid in a Park Initiative By www.nps.gov Published On :: Thu, 03 Sep 2015 07:31:00 EST Grand Canyon National Park invites all fourth graders and their families to visit the park for free. https://www.nps.gov/grca/learn/news/every-kid-in-a-park.htm Full Article
de Cultural Demonstrator Series to Continue at Desert View Watchtower in Grand Canyon National Park By www.nps.gov Published On :: Wed, 23 Sep 2015 04:50:00 EST Weekends through autumn, join jewelers, silversmiths, weavers, potters and more during Desert View Watchtower's Cultural Demonstrator Series. https://www.nps.gov/grca/learn/news/watchtower-cultural-demonstrators.htm Full Article
de Tree Removal and Trimming at Indian Garden, September 28-30, 2015 By www.nps.gov Published On :: Fri, 25 Sep 2015 06:15:00 EST Tree removal and trimming will occur adjacent to the Bright Angel Trail near the Indian Garden day-use area Monday, September 28 through Wednesday, September 30. https://www.nps.gov/grca/learn/news/indian-garden-tree-trimming.htm Full Article
de Suicide Victim Recovered at South Rim of Grand Canyon National Park By www.nps.gov Published On :: Tue, 29 Sep 2015 09:52:00 EST At approximately 2:30 pm on Saturday, September 26th the Grand Canyon Regional Communications Center received a call alerting officials to a potential suicide west of the South Kaibab Trailhead. https://www.nps.gov/grca/learn/news/south-rim-suicide.htm Full Article
de Fire Managers Plan Prescribed Fire Treatment Near Shoshone Point Monday, December 7 By www.nps.gov Published On :: Fri, 04 Dec 2015 06:06:00 EST National Park Service fire managers anticipate initiating a prescribed fire near Shoshone Point Monday, December 7 as weather and fuel moisture conditions allow. https://www.nps.gov/grca/learn/news/shoshone-point-prescribed-fire.htm Full Article
de Grand Canyon National Park Equestrian Unit to Participate in 127th Rose Parade By www.nps.gov Published On :: Fri, 18 Dec 2015 07:41:00 EST To kick off the new year and to celebrate the National Park Serviceâs Centennial, Grand Canyon National Park is participating in the 127th Rose Parade Friday, January 1, 2016. https://www.nps.gov/grca/learn/news/20151218-rose-bowl.htm Full Article
de Grand Canyon Railway to Apply Herbicide within Grand Canyon National Park By www.nps.gov Published On :: Mon, 14 Mar 2016 07:18:00 EST On March 16th or 17th, Grand Canyon Railway, in consultation with the National Park Service, will apply herbicide along their railroad tracks. https://www.nps.gov/grca/learn/news/herbicide-application-railroad.htm Full Article
de Tusayan Bus Route at Grand Canyon National Park Begins Saturday, May 7, 2016 â“ Park and Ride; Weâll Be Your Guide By www.nps.gov Published On :: Tue, 26 Apr 2016 03:50:00 EST The National Park Service will again offer shuttle bus service between Grand Canyon National Park and the neighboring town of Tusayan, Arizona in 2016. https://www.nps.gov/grca/learn/news/tusayan-shuttle-2016.htm Full Article
de Superintendent Dave Uberuaga Announces Retirement By www.nps.gov Published On :: Tue, 17 May 2016 09:57:00 EST Grand Canyon National Park Superintendent Dave Uberuaga today announced his retirement effective June 1, 2016. https://www.nps.gov/grca/learn/news/superintendent-dave-uberuaga-announces-retirement.htm Full Article
de Grand Canyon National Park to Hold Desert View Watchtower Rededication Ceremony By www.nps.gov Published On :: Wed, 18 May 2016 04:55:00 EST The National Park Service (NPS) and its partners invite the public to a re-dedication ceremony at the Desert View Watchtower on Sunday, May 22, 2016 at 10:30 am. https://www.nps.gov/grca/learn/news/desert-view-ceremony.htm Full Article
de Astronomers to Provide Free Telescope Viewing at Grand Canyon National Park, June 4-11 By www.nps.gov Published On :: Fri, 20 May 2016 07:59:00 EST The twenty-sixth annual Grand Canyon Star Party will be held from Saturday, June 4 through Saturday, June 11, 2016 on the South and North rims of Grand Canyon National Park. https://www.nps.gov/grca/learn/news/star-party-2016.htm Full Article
de Point Imperial Road Closed; North Rim Developed Area Remains Open By www.nps.gov Published On :: Wed, 13 Jul 2016 03:11:00 EST Firefighters conducted an aerial reconnaissance flight this afternoon and estimate the Fuller Fire is approximately 1,324 acres. https://www.nps.gov/grca/learn/news/point-imperial-rd-closure.htm Full Article
de Transition to Type 2 Incident Management Team Tomorrow Morning By www.nps.gov Published On :: Thu, 14 Jul 2016 03:14:00 EST Today additional resources arrived to support the Fuller Fire. https://www.nps.gov/grca/learn/news/type-2-team-fuller.htm Full Article
de Missing River Guide on Colorado River within Grand Canyon National Park By www.nps.gov Published On :: Mon, 12 Sep 2016 14:08:00 EST On Monday, September 12 the National Park Service received a satellite phone call from a commercial river trip reporting a missing guide near River Mile 137 also known as Panchoâs Kitchen. https://www.nps.gov/grca/learn/news/missing-river-guide-tourjee.htm Full Article
de Search Continues for Missing River Guide on Colorado River within Grand Canyon National Park By www.nps.gov Published On :: Tue, 13 Sep 2016 14:55:00 EST A National Park Service Search and Rescue crew was flown into the Canyon early this morning to begin the search for missing river guide, Joshua Tourjee. Tourjee was reported missing on September 12 by his river trip after failing to return to camp the previous evening. https://www.nps.gov/grca/learn/news/search-river-guide.htm Full Article
de Crews Continue to Search for Missing River Guide By www.nps.gov Published On :: Thu, 15 Sep 2016 13:19:00 EST National Park Service crews searched by air, water, and foot yesterday and today for missing river guide, Joshua Tourjee. https://www.nps.gov/grca/learn/news/search-continues-for-river-guide.htm Full Article
de Interior Department Releases Final Environmental Impact Statement for Glen Canyon Dam Adaptive Management By www.nps.gov Published On :: Fri, 07 Oct 2016 04:14:00 EST The U.S. Department of the Interior today released the Final Environmental Impact Statement (FEIS) for a Long-Term Experimental and Management Plan (LTEMP) for Glen Canyon Dam operations. https://www.nps.gov/grca/learn/news/final-eis-glen-canyon-adaptive-management.htm Full Article
de Park Rangers Respond to Report of Potential Suicide at Grand Canyon By www.nps.gov Published On :: Fri, 02 Dec 2016 09:41:00 EST At approximately 9 am on Thursday, December 1, the Grand Canyon Regional Communications Center received a call alerting rangers to a potentially suicidal individual at Grand Canyon National Park. https://www.nps.gov/grca/learn/news/potential-suicide-grand-canyon.htm Full Article
de Park Rangers Investigate Possible Suicide at Grand Canyon By www.nps.gov Published On :: Tue, 13 Dec 2016 10:32:00 EST At approximately 12:30 am on December 12, the Grand Canyon Regional Communications Center received a call alerting rangers to an overdue individual at Grand Canyon National Park. https://www.nps.gov/grca/learn/news/possible-suicide-twin-overlooks.htm Full Article
de Grand Canyon National Park to Waive Entrance Fees for Presidentâs Day By www.nps.gov Published On :: Fri, 10 Feb 2017 05:00:00 EST Grand Canyon National Park will join national park sites around the country with free entry into the park in honor of Presidentâs Day Monday, February 20, 2017. https://www.nps.gov/grca/learn/news/fee-free-presidents-day.htm Full Article
de Tusayan Shuttle Bus Route at Grand Canyon National Park Begins Wednesday, March 1, 2017 to Help Ease Spring Break Congestion â“ Park and Ride; weâll be Your Guide By www.nps.gov Published On :: Wed, 15 Feb 2017 03:11:00 EST The National Park Service will again offer shuttle bus service between Grand Canyon National Park and the neighboring town of Tusayan, Arizona in 2017. Service will begin March 1 to help ease spring break congestion on the South Rim. https://www.nps.gov/grca/learn/news/tusayan-route-starts-march-1-2017.htm Full Article
de Grand Canyon National Park Plans Repairs to Indian Garden Pump House and Black Bridge By www.nps.gov Published On :: Wed, 15 Feb 2017 09:03:00 EST Beginning in mid-February the National Park Service will rehabilitate the pump houses at Indian Garden and the Black Bridge near Phantom Ranch. https://www.nps.gov/grca/learn/news/pumphouse-and-black-bridge-repairs.htm Full Article
de Grand Canyon National Park to Temporarily Close North Kaibab Trail and Restrict Rim-to-Rim Traffic while Crews Clear Rockslide Debris; Ribbon Falls also Closed By www.nps.gov Published On :: Fri, 24 Mar 2017 03:54:00 EST On Monday, March 27, Grand Canyon National Park will begin daily closures of the North Kaibab Trail at Redwall Bridge to remove debris from a storm-caused rockslide. During this time, rim-to-rim travel will be restricted. https://www.nps.gov/grca/learn/news/north-kaibab-ribbons-falls-temporary-closures.htm Full Article
de Update: Search for Missing Backcountry Hikers at Grand Canyon National Park Continues in Limited Mode By www.nps.gov Published On :: Thu, 20 Apr 2017 08:15:00 EST After five days of extensive searching, today the National Park Service (NPS) is reducing the scale of the search for two hikers who went missing at Grand Canyon National Park on Saturday, April 15. https://www.nps.gov/grca/learn/news/search-continues-limited-mode.htm Full Article
de Astronomers to Provide Free Telescope Viewing at Grand Canyon National Park, June 17-24 By www.nps.gov Published On :: Mon, 15 May 2017 06:42:00 EST The 27th annual Grand Canyon Star Party will be held from Saturday, June 17 through Saturday, June 24, 2017 on the South and North Rims of Grand Canyon National Park. https://www.nps.gov/grca/learn/news/2017-star-party.htm Full Article
de Rangers Respond to Single Vehicle Accident in Grand Canyon National Park By www.nps.gov Published On :: Tue, 23 May 2017 03:04:00 EST At approximately noon on Sunday, May 21, the Grand Canyon Regional Communications Center received a call about a single car accident on Center Road in Grand Canyon Village. https://www.nps.gov/grca/learn/news/motor-vehicle-accident.htm Full Article
de Update: Search Continues for Missing Grand Canyon Hiker in Limited Mode By www.nps.gov Published On :: Mon, 19 Jun 2017 04:30:00 EST After three days of extensive searching, the National Park Service (NPS) will reduce the scale of the search for missing hiker, 72 year old Raffat "Ralph" Nasser-Eddin of Los Angeles, CA and Lebanon. https://www.nps.gov/grca/learn/news/missing-hiker-update.htm Full Article
de Invitation to Community Conversation with Park Superintendent and Staff By www.nps.gov Published On :: Wed, 28 Jun 2017 08:59:00 EST Grand Canyon National Park Superintendent Chris Lehnertz invites Flagstaff area residents and park lovers to a Community Conversation on July 11 from 7 to 8 p.m. in the Coconino Center for the Arts in Flagstaff. Superintendent Lehnertz will be joined by several park staff members at the event. https://www.nps.gov/grca/learn/news/invitation-to-community-conversation-with-park-superintendent-and-staff.htm Full Article
de Grand Canyon National Park to Celebrate Founder's Day with Fee Free Entrance By www.nps.gov Published On :: Fri, 18 Aug 2017 06:23:00 EST Grand Canyon National Park will join national park sites around the country in celebrating Founder's Day with free entrance to the park. https://www.nps.gov/grca/learn/news/founders-day-fee-free-entrance.htm Full Article
de National Park Service Selects Three Companies to Provide River Logistics at Grand Canyon National Park By www.nps.gov Published On :: Fri, 08 Sep 2017 06:43:00 EST The National Park Service has selected three companies to provide logistical services in support of administrative river missions along the Colorado River within Grand Canyon National Park. The apparent awardees are Ceiba Adventures, Inc, Colorado River & Trails Expeditions, and Grand Canyon Whitewater, LLC. https://www.nps.gov/grca/learn/news/2017-09-08-nps-selects-river-logistics-companies.htm Full Article
de Lisa Carrico Selected as Grand Canyon National Park Deputy Superintendent of Operations and Science By www.nps.gov Published On :: Wed, 20 Sep 2017 10:57:00 EST Lisa Carrico, a 33-year veteran of the National Park Service (NPS), has been selected as Deputy Superintendent of Operations and Science at Grand Canyon National Park. https://www.nps.gov/grca/learn/news/lisa-carrico-selected-as-deputy-superintendent.htm Full Article
de Kaibab Suspension Bridge Closed to Foot Traffic during Repair Work; Detours in Place By www.nps.gov Published On :: Mon, 16 Oct 2017 12:30:00 EST The Kaibab Suspension Bridge, also called the Black Bridge, will close to foot traffic while trail crews replace wood decking and tread boards. https://www.nps.gov/grca/learn/news/repairs-close-black-bridge.htm Full Article
de Missing Person Search Underway at South Rim of Grand Canyon National Park By www.nps.gov Published On :: Wed, 01 Nov 2017 09:15:00 EST The National Park Service is conducting a search for a missing person within Grand Canyon National Park. https://www.nps.gov/grca/learn/news/legus-missing-person.htm Full Article
de National Park Service Seeks Public Scoping Comments on the Expanded Non-native Aquatic Species Management Plan By www.nps.gov Published On :: Wed, 15 Nov 2017 07:14:00 EST The National Park Service (NPS) is seeking public input on an Expanded Non-native Aquatic Species Management Plan and Environmental Assessment (EA) in Grand Canyon National Park (GCNP) and Glen Canyon National Recreation Area (GCNRA) below the Glen Canyon Dam. Public scoping will be held for a 30-day period from November 15 to December 14. https://www.nps.gov/grca/learn/news/nps-public-scoping.htm Full Article
de Mandatory Water Conservation due to Indian Garden Pump Failure By www.nps.gov Published On :: Fri, 29 Dec 2017 12:26:00 EST Grand Canyon National Park is implementing immediate Level 2 water conservation measures due to water delivery system issues. Due to a water pump failure that occurred with the Transcanyon Pipeline pump system located at Indian Gardens, the primary pump is inoperable and is not currently flowing water to the South Rim. https://www.nps.gov/grca/learn/news/mandatory-water-conservation-due-to-indian-garden-pump-failure.htm Full Article
de Additional South Rim Construction to begin Monday at South Entrance Road and Desert View Intersection By www.nps.gov Published On :: Fri, 05 Jan 2018 11:23:00 EST As part of the 2018 Federal Highways Administrationâs South Rim Roads Improvement project, additional construction and detours will begin Monday, January 8 at the South Entrance Road and Desert View Drive (Arizona Highway 64 East) intersection. https://www.nps.gov/grca/learn/news/road-construction-south-entrance-road-and-desert-view.htm Full Article
de Road Improvement Project Continues on South Rim with Additional Detours and Road Closures Expected to Start the Week of February 4, 2018 By www.nps.gov Published On :: Fri, 26 Jan 2018 06:49:00 EST Another phase of the 2018 South Rim roads improvement project will begin the week of February 4, which will include full closures of several Grand Canyon Village intersections. https://www.nps.gov/grca/learn/news/february-4-detours.htm Full Article
de National Park Service Request Public Input on the Desert View Inter-tribal Cultural Heritage Site Plan at Grand Canyon National Park By www.nps.gov Published On :: Tue, 06 Feb 2018 04:07:00 EST The National Park Service (NPS) is seeking public comment on a proposal to modify facilities at Desert View to create an Inter-tribal Cultural Heritage Site. The NPS is preparing an environmental assessment (EA), in accordance with the National Environmental Policy Act, to develop and evaluate alternatives. https://www.nps.gov/grca/learn/news/desert-view-public-input.htm Full Article
de Tusayan Route Shuttle Bus Operations to begin March 1- Park and Ride; weâll be Your Guide at Grand Canyon National Park By www.nps.gov Published On :: Tue, 20 Feb 2018 04:22:00 EST The National Park Service will again offer shuttle bus service between Grand Canyon National Park and the neighboring town of Tusayan in 2018, starting March 1. https://www.nps.gov/grca/learn/news/tusayan-route-2018.htm Full Article
de Grand Canyon South Rim in Level 3 Water Restrictions; NPS Urges Visitors and Residents to Use Water Mindfully By www.nps.gov Published On :: Sat, 17 Mar 2018 10:13:00 EST The South Rim of Grand Canyon National Park has implemented Level 3 water restrictions following a series of breaks in the Transcanyon Waterline. https://www.nps.gov/grca/learn/news/level-3-restrictions.htm Full Article
de Astronomers to Provide Free Telescope Viewing at Grand Canyon National Park, June 9-16 By www.nps.gov Published On :: Wed, 09 May 2018 09:29:00 EST The 28th annual Grand Canyon Star Party will be held from Saturday, June 9 through Saturday, June 16, 2018 on the South and North Rims of Grand Canyon National Park. https://www.nps.gov/grca/learn/news/2018-star-party.htm Full Article
de Fire Managers Remind Visitors and Residents of Very High Fire Danger at Grand Canyon National Park By www.nps.gov Published On :: Thu, 31 May 2018 12:33:00 EST NPS fire managers remind visitors and residents that fire danger in the park is very high. https://www.nps.gov/grca/learn/news/reminder-of-very-high-fire-danger.htm Full Article
de Grand Canyon National Park Awarded State Grant to Improve Highway Safety and Stop Impaired Driving By www.nps.gov Published On :: Fri, 27 Jul 2018 08:23:00 EST The Arizona Governorâs Office of Highway Safety, along with the DUI Abatement Council, granted Grand Canyon National Park $10,000 to improve highway safety and stop impaired driving. https://www.nps.gov/grca/learn/news/grand-canyon-national-park-awarded-state-grant-to-improve-highway-safety-and-stop-impaired-driving.htm Full Article
de Rim Trail Detour, Historic Kolb Studio Temporarily Closed August 21-23, 2018 By www.nps.gov Published On :: Mon, 20 Aug 2018 12:28:00 EST Effective August 21, 2018 Kolb Studio will be closed and a detour will be in place while work is being completed along the Rim Trail. This project will be completed on August 23, 2018. https://www.nps.gov/grca/learn/news/rim-trail-detour-historic-kolb-studio-temporarily-closed-august-21-23-2018.htm Full Article
de National Park Service Seeks Public Comment on the Expanded Non-native Aquatic Species Management Plan By www.nps.gov Published On :: Tue, 11 Sep 2018 04:57:00 EST The National Park Service (NPS) is seeking public comment on an Expanded Non-native Aquatic Species Management Plan and Environmental Assessment in Glen Canyon National Recreation Area (Glen Canyon NRA) and Grand Canyon National Park below the Glen Canyon Dam. Public comments will be accepted for a 30-day period from Sept. 11 to Oct. 11, 2018. https://www.nps.gov/grca/learn/news/nps-seek-public-comment-expanded-non-native-aquatic-species-mgmt-plan.htm Full Article
de Ranger Involved Incident Under Investigation at Grand Canyon National Park By www.nps.gov Published On :: Thu, 11 Oct 2018 08:08:00 EST At approximately 1:00 am this morning, October 11, an officer involved shooting occurred on the South Rim of Grand Canyon National Park. The suspect is in custody at this time. The National Park Service (NPS) does not believe there to be any ongoing safety concerns for the public. The park remains open and all visitor services are available. https://www.nps.gov/grca/learn/news/ranger-involved-incident-under-investigation-at-grand-canyon-national-park.htm Full Article
de National Park Service Requests Review of the Desert View Inter-tribal Cultural Heritage Site Plan/Environmental Assessment at Grand Canyon National Park By www.nps.gov Published On :: Thu, 25 Oct 2018 10:30:00 EST The National Park Service (NPS) is seeking public review of a site plan/environmental assessment that proposes to modify facilities at Desert View to create an Inter-tribal Cultural Heritage Site. https://www.nps.gov/grca/learn/news/desert-view-inter-tribal-cultural-heritage-ea.htm Full Article
de Grand Canyon News Release: Park accessibility and services made possible through recreation fee dollars and support from the State of Arizona By www.nps.gov Published On :: Sat, 12 Jan 2019 05:04:00 EST Using revenue generated by recreation fees Grand Canyon National Park has reopened the South Rim and Desert View entrance stations to provide information and safety messages to visitors. https://www.nps.gov/grca/learn/news/park-accessibility-possible-with-rec-fee-dollars-and-az-state-support.htm Full Article
de Tusayan Route Shuttle Bus Operations to begin March 1â”Park and Ride; We'll be Your Guide at Grand Canyon National Park By www.nps.gov Published On :: Fri, 15 Feb 2019 10:21:00 EST The National Park Service (NPS) will again offer shuttle bus service between Grand Canyon National Park and the neighboring town of Tusayan in 2019. https://www.nps.gov/grca/learn/news/tusayan-shuttle-starts-march-1.htm Full Article
de Grand Canyon Railway to Apply Herbicide within Grand Canyon National Park By www.nps.gov Published On :: Wed, 27 Mar 2019 08:14:00 EST On April 3, 2019, Grand Canyon Railway, in consultation with the National Park Service (NPS), will be applying herbicide along the railroad tracks including those within Grand Canyon National Park. https://www.nps.gov/grca/learn/news/grand-canyon-railway-herbicide.htm Full Article