es Fire Restrictions Lifted at Grand Canyon National Park By www.nps.gov Published On :: Fri, 13 Jul 2012 12:05:00 EST Monsoonal weather patterns have moved into the Grand Canyon area decreasing fire danger. As a result, fire managers have lifted all fire restrictions within the park. https://www.nps.gov/grca/learn/news/2012-07-13_restrictions-lifted.htm Full Article
es Rangers Respond to Report of Woman Over Edge at Grandview By www.nps.gov Published On :: Thu, 19 Jul 2012 15:03:00 EST At approximately, 1:20 p.m. on Thursday, July 19, the Grand Canyon Regional Communications Center received a report that an older woman had fallen over the edge at Grandview Point, located on the South Rim of Grand Canyon National Park, and that she was not responding to people calling down to her. https://www.nps.gov/grca/learn/news/2012-07-19_over-edge.htm Full Article
es Grand Canyon National Park to Manage Two Fires on North Rim By www.nps.gov Published On :: Thu, 09 Aug 2012 12:15:00 EST Fire managers on the North Rim of Grand Canyon National Park will be managing two lightning-caused fires for multiple objectives. https://www.nps.gov/grca/learn/news/2012-08-09_nr-fires.htm Full Article
es Update on North Rim Fires in Grand Canyon National Park By www.nps.gov Published On :: Fri, 17 Aug 2012 11:03:00 EST Fire managers on the North Rim of Grand Canyon National Park continue to manage the Green Lake Fire and are now managing the Manzanita Fire for multiple objectives. https://www.nps.gov/grca/learn/news/update-on-north-rim-fires-in-grand-canyon-national-park.htm Full Article
es Final Update: North Rim Fires, Grand Canyon National Park By www.nps.gov Published On :: Fri, 24 Aug 2012 07:32:00 EST Regular monsoonal moisture over the course of the last week has extinguished both the Green Lake and Manzanita Fires. https://www.nps.gov/grca/learn/news/2012-08-24_nr-fires.htm Full Article
es Interagency News Release: SOUTHWEST CALIFORNIA CONDOR PROGRAM REVIEW COMPLETED By www.nps.gov Published On :: Mon, 27 Aug 2012 05:43:00 EST A review of the 2007-2011 period of the California condor reintroduction program in northern Arizona and southern Utah is complete. https://www.nps.gov/grca/learn/news/2012-08-27_condors.htm Full Article
es Grand Canyon National Park to Celebrate New Park Facilities: Public Invited to Attend Ribbon Cutting and Open House By www.nps.gov Published On :: Thu, 30 Aug 2012 11:58:00 EST On Wednesday, September 12, Grand Canyon National Park will celebrate the completion of several new park facilities intended to promote healthy outdoor activity in the park and to increase visitor access to the South Rim by means other than automobile. https://www.nps.gov/grca/learn/news/2012-08-30_ribbon-cutting.htm Full Article
es Man Rescued After Fall in Grand Canyon National Park By www.nps.gov Published On :: Tue, 04 Sep 2012 12:02:00 EST https://www.nps.gov/grca/learn/news/2012-09-04_fall.htm Full Article
es Many Facilities on Grand Canyonâs North Rim to Close for Season on October 15, 2012 By www.nps.gov Published On :: Wed, 19 Sep 2012 07:35:00 EST The staff on the North Rim of Grand Canyon National Park will begin to shut down most visitor services and facilities on Monday, October 15; but the North Rim will remain open to visitors through November 25 or until snow closes Highway 67 leading into the park. https://www.nps.gov/grca/learn/news/2012-09-49_nr-soft-closure.htm Full Article
es Grand Canyon Rangers Arrest Guide for Operating in Park without a Permit By www.nps.gov Published On :: Fri, 21 Sep 2012 07:50:00 EST On Friday, August 31, after approximately four weeks of investigation, Grand Canyon National Park rangers arrested 42-year old Brian Thompson of Cottonwood, Arizona, for conducting commercial operations in a national park without a permit. https://www.nps.gov/grca/learn/news/2012-09-21_arrest.htm Full Article
es Man Collapses and Dies on Bright Angel Trail in Grand Canyon National Park By www.nps.gov Published On :: Tue, 25 Sep 2012 11:28:00 EST Man Collapses and Dies on Bright Angel Trail in Grand Canyon National Park https://www.nps.gov/grca/learn/news/man-collapses-and-dies-on-bright-angel-trail-in-grand-canyon-national-park.htm Full Article
es Grand Canyon Investigators Seeking Information in Search for Missing Man By www.nps.gov Published On :: Wed, 10 Oct 2012 11:51:00 EST Rangers are trying to locate Yoshikazu Yamada who was last seen waiting to get on a tour bus on October 6. https://www.nps.gov/grca/learn/news/2012-10-10_missing-yamada.htm Full Article
es Woman Dies in Motor Vehicle Accident on North Rim of Grand Canyon / Passenger being treated for minor injuries By www.nps.gov Published On :: Wed, 10 Oct 2012 12:38:00 EST https://www.nps.gov/grca/learn/news/2012-10-10_mva.htm Full Article
es Fire Managers Are Making Plans for Two Prescribed Fires on Grand Canyonâs North Rim By www.nps.gov Published On :: Tue, 23 Oct 2012 05:37:00 EST National Park Service (NPS) and U.S. Forest Service (USFS) fire managers, working together as the North Zone Interagency Fire Management Program, are making plans for the Range and Thompson Prescribed Fires on the North Rim of Grand Canyon National Park. Fire managers anticipate initiating these prescribed fire treatments within the next four weeks as weather and fuel moisture conditions allow. https://www.nps.gov/grca/learn/news/2012-10-23_range-thompson.htm Full Article
es Update: North Rim Prescribed Fires, October 26 By www.nps.gov Published On :: Fri, 26 Oct 2012 12:53:00 EST North Zone Interagency Fire Managers currently anticipating intitiating the Range Prescribed Fire on Saturday, October 27. https://www.nps.gov/grca/learn/news/2012-10-26_nr-rx.htm Full Article
es Update: North Rim Prescribed Fires, October 30 By www.nps.gov Published On :: Tue, 30 Oct 2012 09:07:00 EST North Zone Interagency Fire Managers have treated approximately 1,700 acres of the Range prescribed fire (Rx) unit since ignitions began on Saturday, October 27. Fire managers plan to continue ignitions today and tomorrow if environmental conditions remain favorable. https://www.nps.gov/grca/learn/news/2012-10-30_range-rx.htm Full Article
es Update: North Rim Prescribed Fires, November 1 By www.nps.gov Published On :: Thu, 01 Nov 2012 08:04:00 EST North Zone Interagency Fire Managers have completed ignitions on the Range prescribed fire (Rx) unit. Fire managers plan to begin hand and aerial ignitions on the Thompson Rx unit on Friday, November 2, if environmental conditions are favorable. https://www.nps.gov/grca/learn/news/2012-11-01_thompson-rx.htm Full Article
es Grand Canyon National Park to Waive Entrance Fees for Veterans Day Weekend 2012 By www.nps.gov Published On :: Fri, 02 Nov 2012 05:38:00 EST In honor of those that serve and have served in the United States military, national park units around the country, including Grand Canyon National Park, will be offering everyone fee-free entry during the Veterans Day weekend. https://www.nps.gov/grca/learn/news/2012-11-02_vets-day.htm Full Article
es Update: North Rim Prescribed Fires, November 5 By www.nps.gov Published On :: Mon, 05 Nov 2012 08:07:00 EST North Zone Interagency Fire Managers estimate approximately 2,000 acres have been treated since Friday, November 2 on the Thompson prescribed fire (Rx). Fire managers decided to take advantage of favorable conditions and deepen the unit to the south, expanding defensible space between the park and the Kaibab National Forest. https://www.nps.gov/grca/learn/news/2012-11-05_thompson-rx.htm Full Article
es Final Update: North Rim Prescribed Fires, November 7 By www.nps.gov Published On :: Wed, 07 Nov 2012 11:10:00 EST North Zone Interagency Fire Managers have completed ignitions on both the Range and Thompson Prescribed Fires (Rx). https://www.nps.gov/grca/learn/news/2012-11-07_range-thompson.htm Full Article
es Grand Canyon 2013 South and North Rim Artists-in-Residence Announced By www.nps.gov Published On :: Wed, 05 Dec 2012 06:38:00 EST Grand Canyon National Parkâs Artist-in-Residence program is pleased to announce its South Rim (SR AiR) selected artists for the October 2012 â“ September 2013 season, and the North Rim (NR AiR) selections for the May â“ October 2013 season. https://www.nps.gov/grca/learn/news/2012-12-05_air.htm Full Article
es National Park Service to Dedicate New Science and Resource Management Building at Grand Canyon By www.nps.gov Published On :: Mon, 07 Jan 2013 02:17:00 EST National Park Service will hold a ribbon cutting ceremeony on January 15 to dedicate new Science and Resource Management building at Grand Canyon. https://www.nps.gov/grca/learn/news/national-park-service-to-dedicate-new-science-and-resource-management-building-at-grand-canyon.htm Full Article
es Application Now Open for Grand Canyonâs Artist-in-Residence Program By www.nps.gov Published On :: Fri, 08 Feb 2013 11:43:00 EST Grand Canyon National Parkâs Artist-in-Residence (AiR) program is now accepting artist applications for the upcoming North and South Rim AiR seasons https://www.nps.gov/grca/learn/news/2013-02-08_air-app.htm Full Article
es Grand Canyon Goes High Tech in Order to Reach Students Nationwide By www.nps.gov Published On :: Tue, 12 Feb 2013 06:36:00 EST Recently, Grand Canyon National Park unveiled its new, high tech, Virtual Studio for Kids. https://www.nps.gov/grca/learn/news/2013-02-12-virtual-studio.htm Full Article
es Grand Canyon National Park Tourism Creates Over $467 Million in Economic Benefit By www.nps.gov Published On :: Tue, 26 Feb 2013 02:47:00 EST Grand Canyon National Park Tourism Creates Over $467 Million in Economic Benefit https://www.nps.gov/grca/learn/news/grand-canyon-national-park-tourism-creates-over-467-million-dollars-in-economic-benefit.htm Full Article
es Grand Canyon Celebrates Earth Day with a Weekend Full of Activities By www.nps.gov Published On :: Tue, 30 Apr 2013 06:29:00 EST The park commemorated the 43rd anniversary of Earth Day with a weekend of activities April 19 â“ 21, 2013. The weekend included a film about conservationist Aldo Leopold, a keynote presentation by author Mary Ellen Hannibal, and a day of fun and educational activities all centered on celebrating and protecting the Earth. https://www.nps.gov/grca/learn/news/grand-canyon-celebrates-earth-day-with-a-weekend-full-of-activities.htm Full Article
es TUSAYAN ROUTE SHUTTLE TO RESUME SERVICE BETWEEN TUSYAN, ARIZONA AND GRAND CANYON NATIONAL PARK By www.nps.gov Published On :: Wed, 08 May 2013 07:11:00 EST Shuttle service resumes between Grand Canyon National Park and Tusayan, AZ https://www.nps.gov/grca/learn/news/tusayan-route-shuttle-to-resume-service-between-tusyan-arizona-and-grand-canyon-national-park.htm Full Article
es Translocation of Endangered Humpback Chub to Tributaries of Colorado River in Grand Canyon By www.nps.gov Published On :: Wed, 08 May 2013 11:05:00 EST The National Park Service, in cooperation with the Bureau of Reclamation, the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service, the USGS-Grand Canyon Monitoring and Research Center, and the Arizona Game and Fish Department will translocate endangered humpback chub (Gila cypha) to two tributaries of the Colorado River within Grand Canyon National Park. https://www.nps.gov/grca/learn/news/translocation-of-endangered-humpback-chub-to-tributaries-of-colorado-river-in-grand-canyon.htm Full Article
es National Park Service Announces Availability of Comprehensive Fish Management Plan Environmental Assessment By www.nps.gov Published On :: Thu, 09 May 2013 07:49:00 EST The National Park Service Comprehensive Fisheries Management Plan Environmental Assessment (EA) for waters between Glen Canyon Dam and Lake Mead within Grand Canyon National Park (Grand Canyon) and Glen Canyon National Recreation Area (Glen Canyon) is available for public review and comment. Comments will be accepted from May 9 through June 10, 2013. https://www.nps.gov/grca/learn/news/national-park-service-announces-availability-of-comprehensive-fish-management-plan-environmental-assessment.htm Full Article
es Grand Canyonâs Longtime Volunteer Sjors Horstman Receives Governorâs Lifetime Achievement Volunteer Service Award By www.nps.gov Published On :: Mon, 13 May 2013 11:12:00 EST Grand Canyon National Parkâs longtime volunteer Sjors Horstman recently received a Governorâs Lifetime Achievement Volunteer Service Award â“ the highest volunteer award in the state of Arizona. https://www.nps.gov/grca/learn/news/grand-canyons-longtime-volunteer-sjors-horstman-receives-governors-lifetime-achievement-volunteer-service-award.htm Full Article
es Astronomers to Provide Free Telescope Viewing at Grand Canyon National Park, June 8-15, 2013 By www.nps.gov Published On :: Tue, 14 May 2013 04:04:00 EST The 23rd annual Grand Canyon Star Party will be held from Saturday, June 8 through Saturday, June 15, 2013 on the South and North rims of Grand Canyon National Park. This event is sponsored by the National Park Service, Tucson Amateur Astronomy Association (South Rim), and Saguaro Astronomy Club of Phoenix (North Rim), with funding from the Grand Canyon Association. https://www.nps.gov/grca/learn/news/astronomers-to-provide-free-telescope-viewing-at-grand-canyon-national-park-june-8-15-2013.htm Full Article
es Grand Canyon National Park dedicates the newly renovated Bright Angel Trailhead By www.nps.gov Published On :: Wed, 22 May 2013 09:36:00 EST On Saturday, May 18th, 2013, over 500 people gathered to celebrate the trailhead renovation of one of Grand Canyon National Parkâs oldest and most visited trails. https://www.nps.gov/grca/learn/news/grand-canyon-national-park-dedicates-the-newly-renovated-bright-angel-trailhead.htm Full Article
es Sesame Street Explores National Parks By www.nps.gov Published On :: Tue, 04 Jun 2013 07:00:00 EST Travel with fun-loving Muppets Elmo and Murray from Sesame Street to two of Americaâs most popular national parks in a new online series, Sesame Street Explores National Parks. https://www.nps.gov/grca/learn/news/sesame-street-explores-national-parks.htm Full Article
es Grand Canyon National Park Presents Living History Performance of President Theodore Roosevelt By www.nps.gov Published On :: Thu, 06 Jun 2013 08:16:00 EST On June 23rd, 2013, Grand Canyon National Park will host âPresident Theodore Roosevelt Salutes the National Park Service.â This special program is a living history portrayal of the 26th President of the United States as performed by Joe Wiegand at 8:30pm, Sunday, June 23rd, 2013 at McKee Amphitheater located on the South Rim behind Park Headquarters near Parking Lot A. https://www.nps.gov/grca/learn/news/grand-canyon-national-park-presents-living-history-performance-of-president-theodore-roosevelt.htm Full Article
es Grand Canyon National Park to Implement Fire Restrictions By www.nps.gov Published On :: Wed, 26 Jun 2013 06:33:00 EST Due to extreme fire danger throughout Grand Canyon National Park, park officials will be implementing fire restrictions for all areas within the park except the Colorado River corridor. https://www.nps.gov/grca/learn/news/20130626-fire-restrictions.htm Full Article
es Grand Canyon North Rim to Celebrate Western Arts Day By www.nps.gov Published On :: Fri, 28 Jun 2013 05:20:00 EST The National Park Service invites the public to the annual Western Arts Day on the North Rim of Grand Canyon National Park. Western Arts Day celebrates the western culture which helps define what Grand Canyon, Northern Arizona, and Southern Utah are today. https://www.nps.gov/grca/learn/news/grand-canyon-north-rim-to-celebrate-western-arts-day-2013.htm Full Article
es UPDATE Pipeline Break in Grand Canyon National Park Results in Continued Suspension of Phantom Ranch Operations By www.nps.gov Published On :: Fri, 28 Jun 2013 13:26:00 EST Pipeline Break in Grand Canyon National Park Results in Continued Suspension of Phantom Ranch Operations https://www.nps.gov/grca/learn/news/update-pipeline-break-in-grand-canyon-national-park-results-in-continued-suspension-of-phantom-ranch-operations.htm Full Article
es Update: Pipeline Repair Complete at Grand Canyon National Park â“Services Resume at Phantom Ranch By www.nps.gov Published On :: Sat, 29 Jun 2013 13:04:00 EST Grand Canyon National Park staff have completed repairs to the Trans-Canyon Water Pipeline. Crews are monitoring the re-pressurization of the pipeline, which should be completed by noon on Sunday, June 30. Xanterra South Rim LLC will resume operations Sunday; guests at Phantom Ranch are being advised that water restrictions may resume if another break occurs during re-pressurization. https://www.nps.gov/grca/learn/news/update-pipeline-repair-complete-at-grand-canyon-national-park-services-resume-at-phantom-ranch.htm Full Article
es Grand Canyon National Park Expresses Deepest Condolences on 19 Firefighter Deaths By www.nps.gov Published On :: Mon, 01 Jul 2013 04:02:00 EST Grand Canyon National Park and the entire National Park Service join the nation in mourning the tragic loss of 19 firefighters, including 18 elite firefighters from the Granite Mountain Hotshot Crew based in Prescott, AZ. https://www.nps.gov/grca/learn/news/grand-canyon-national-park-expresses-deepest-condolences-on-19-firefighter-deaths.htm Full Article
es Fire Restrictions to be Lifted in Grand Canyon National Park By www.nps.gov Published On :: Tue, 09 Jul 2013 07:57:00 EST Monsoonal weather patterns have moved into the Grand Canyon area decreasing fire danger. As a result, on Wednesday, July 10 at 8:00 a.m. fire managers will lift all fire restrictions within Grand Canyon National Park. https://www.nps.gov/grca/learn/news/fire-restrictions-to-be-lifted-in-grand-canyon-national-park.htm Full Article
es Lightning Causes Minor Injuries at Grand Canyon National Park By www.nps.gov Published On :: Tue, 16 Jul 2013 04:14:00 EST At approximately 1:00 p.m. on Monday, July 15 a lightning strike near Mather Point resulted in several visitors reporting injuries to the Grand Canyon Visitors Center. https://www.nps.gov/grca/learn/news/lightning-causes-minor-injuries-at-grand-canyon-national-park.htm Full Article
es Grand Canyon National Park Employees Receive Several Safety Awards By www.nps.gov Published On :: Wed, 17 Jul 2013 07:07:00 EST Employees of Grand Canyon National Park have been recognized for outstanding achievement and leadership in the promotion of public and employee safety in 2012. https://www.nps.gov/grca/learn/news/grand-canyon-national-park-employees-receive-several-safety-awards.htm Full Article
es Grand Canyon National Park to Manage Three Fires on North Rim for Multiple Objectives By www.nps.gov Published On :: Thu, 18 Jul 2013 05:17:00 EST On Sunday, July 14, the National Park Service found two small lightning-caused fires burning on the North Rim of Grand Canyon National Park. On Monday, July 15, a third lightning-caused fire was detected. https://www.nps.gov/grca/learn/news/grand-canyon-national-park-to-manage-three-fires-on-north-rim-for-multiple-objectives.htm Full Article
es Business Opportunity Announced for Two Hospitality Contracts on South Rim of Grand Canyon National Park By www.nps.gov Published On :: Tue, 06 Aug 2013 07:26:00 EST Grand Canyon National Park Superintendent Dave Uberuaga has announced the availability of two prospectuses for business opportunities in the park, to provide lodging, food services, grocery stores, retail, transportation, mule rides, an RV campground, a service station and other services on the South Rim. The two prospectuses released today outline these business opportunities, describe the existing businesses, and provide details on how to submit responsive proposals for either or both. https://www.nps.gov/grca/learn/news/business-opportunity-announced-for-two-hospitality-contracts-on-south-rim-of-grand-canyon-national-park.htm Full Article
es Vehicles over 20 feet in length will not be permitted on Cape Royal Road for the duration of construction. By www.nps.gov Published On :: Thu, 29 Aug 2013 08:13:00 EST Grand Canyon National Park has begun improvements to Cape Royal Road on the North Rim. Beginning September 3, 2013 Cape Royal Road from Roosevelt Point to Cape Royal Point, at approximately mile 11.5, will be closed for repaving. Vehicles over 20 feet in length will not be permitted on Cape Royal Road for the duration of construction. https://www.nps.gov/grca/learn/news/updated-road-improvements-to-temporarily-close-portion-of-cape-royal-road-on-the-north-rim-of-grand-canyon-national-park.htm Full Article
es Heavy Monsoonal Rain Causes Trail Damage to Grand Canyon Trails By www.nps.gov Published On :: Tue, 10 Sep 2013 12:32:00 EST Recent heavy monsoonal rainfall has caused damage to portions of the South Kaibab Trail approximately one-half mile below Cedar Ridge and to the North Kaibab Trail below Supai Tunnel. https://www.nps.gov/grca/learn/news/heavy-monsoonal-rain-causes-trail-damage-to-grand-canyon-trails.htm Full Article
es Facilities on Grand Canyonâs North Rim to Begin Seasonal Closures- Park Remains Open for Day Use By www.nps.gov Published On :: Thu, 12 Sep 2013 03:14:00 EST The staff on the North Rim of Grand Canyon National Park will begin to shut down most visitor services and facilities on Tuesday, October 15; the North Rim will remain open to visitors through December 1 unless snow closes Highway 67 leading into the park prior to December 1. https://www.nps.gov/grca/learn/news/facilities-on-grand-canyons-north-rim-to-begin-seasonal-closures-park-remains-open-for-day-use.htm Full Article
es National Park Service Continues Exotic Plant Management by Eliminating Lawns in Historic District of Grand Canyon National Park By www.nps.gov Published On :: Thu, 12 Sep 2013 06:21:00 EST The National Park Service will begin eliminating turfgrass (lawns) around the historic El Tovar Hotel and adjacent rim lodges as part of a long-term plan to re-landscape the area with native vegetation consistent with the historic Grand Canyon Village rim landscape. Weather permitting; the two-day project will begin on Tuesday, September 17. https://www.nps.gov/grca/learn/news/national-park-service-continues-exotic-plant-management-by-eliminating-lawns-in-historic-district-of-grand-canyon-national-park.htm Full Article
es Grand Canyon National Park Fire Managers Preparing for Multiple Prescribed Fires on the North Rim By www.nps.gov Published On :: Wed, 23 Oct 2013 11:42:00 EST National Park Service (NPS) and U.S. Forest Service (USFS) fire managers, working together as the North Zone Interagency Fire Management Program, are preparing for multiple prescribed fires on the North Rim of Grand Canyon National Park. Fire managers anticipate initiating these prescribed fire treatments during the fall and winter months as weather and fuel moisture conditions allow. https://www.nps.gov/grca/learn/news/grand-canyon-national-park-fire-managers-preparing-for-multiple-prescribed-fires-on-the-north-rim.htm Full Article
es Grand Canyon National Park to Waive Entrance Fees for Veterans Day Weekend 2013 By www.nps.gov Published On :: Wed, 30 Oct 2013 12:38:00 EST In honor of those that serve and have served in the United States military, national park units around the country, including Grand Canyon National Park, will be offering everyone fee-free entry during the Veterans Day weekend. https://www.nps.gov/grca/learn/news/grand-canyon-national-park-to-waive-entrance-fees-for-veterans-day-weekend-2013.htm Full Article