ir Twenty-first Annual Native American Heritage Days Starts August 7 on the North Rim of Grand Canyon By www.nps.gov Published On :: Fri, 01 Aug 2014 08:19:00 EST The National Park Service invites the public to the 21st annual Native American Heritage Days on the North Rim of Grand Canyon National Park. https://www.nps.gov/grca/learn/news/native-american-heritage-days.htm Full Article
ir Public Invited to Grand Canyonâs Celebrate Wildlife Day Event and Park Dedication as a Globally Important Bird Area By www.nps.gov Published On :: Tue, 02 Sep 2014 06:21:00 EST On Saturday, September 13, 2014, Grand Canyon National Park will dedicate the park as a Globally Important Bird Area as part of its 7th Annual Celebrate Wildlife Day. https://www.nps.gov/grca/learn/news/september-2014-wildlife-day.htm Full Article
ir Grand Canyon National Park Fire Managers Planning for Slopes Prescribed Fire on the North Rim By www.nps.gov Published On :: Thu, 16 Oct 2014 03:03:00 EST National Park Service (NPS) and U.S. Forest Service (USFS) fire managers, working together as the North Zone Interagency Fire Management Program, anticipate initiating prescribed fire treatment during the fall and winter months as weather and fuel moisture conditions allow. https://www.nps.gov/grca/learn/news/north-zone-fall-2014-rx.htm Full Article
ir Prescribed Fire Treatment Planned on North Rim of Grand Canyon By www.nps.gov Published On :: Tue, 18 Nov 2014 11:46:00 EST A prescribed fire treatment will take place on the Campground unit of the Bright Angel Rx on Wednesday, November 19, as weather and fuel moisture conditions allow. https://www.nps.gov/grca/learn/news/20141118-nr-prescribed-fire-planned.htm Full Article
ir Update: Pipeline Repair Complete at Grand Canyon National Park â“Services Resume at Phantom Ranch By www.nps.gov Published On :: Sat, 13 Dec 2014 09:34:00 EST Grand Canyon National Park staff have completed repairs to the Trans-Canyon Water Pipeline. Water restrictions have been lifted and Xanterra South Rim LLC has resumed normal operations. https://www.nps.gov/grca/learn/news/13dec2014-pipelinerepair.htm Full Article
ir Shoshone Prescribed Fire Treatment Planned on South Rim of Grand Canyon By www.nps.gov Published On :: Fri, 24 Apr 2015 07:04:00 EST National Park Service (NPS) fire managers anticipate initiating prescribed fire treatment for the Shoshone Rx during the week of April 27 as weather and fuel moisture conditions allow. https://www.nps.gov/grca/learn/news/shoshone-rx.htm Full Article
ir Over the Edge Incident a Confirmed Fatality at South Rim of Grand Canyon National Park By www.nps.gov Published On :: Fri, 01 May 2015 10:20:00 EST The National Park Service is able to confirm that yesterdayâs over the edge incident resulted in a fatality. Earlier today the body of the victim was recovered by short haul operation utilizing the park helicopter. https://www.nps.gov/grca/learn/news/over-edge-fatality.htm Full Article
ir Grand Canyon National Park Fire Managers Plan Prescribed Fire for Grand Canyon Village By www.nps.gov Published On :: Mon, 04 May 2015 12:50:00 EST Fire managers plan a prescribed fire within Grand Canyon National Park near Grand Canyon Village. https://www.nps.gov/grca/learn/news/grand-canyon-national-park-fire-managers-plan-prescribed-fire-for-grand-canyon-village.htm Full Article
ir UPDATE Pipeline Repairs Complete in Inner Canyon By www.nps.gov Published On :: Fri, 08 May 2015 13:47:00 EST Repairs of a break in the Transcanyon Pipeline near Phantom Ranch are complete. https://www.nps.gov/grca/learn/news/update-pipeline-repairs-complete-in-inner-canyon.htm Full Article
ir Wildland Firefighters Respond to South Rim Village Fire By www.nps.gov Published On :: Wed, 03 Jun 2015 12:43:00 EST Wildland firefighters respond to fire at Pinon Park located within the South Rim Village. https://www.nps.gov/grca/learn/news/south-rim-village-fire.htm Full Article
ir Pinon Park Fire 100% Contained at South Rim of Grand Canyon By www.nps.gov Published On :: Wed, 03 Jun 2015 17:06:00 EST Fire crews report that the Pinon Park fire is now 100% contained. On Wednesday, June 3 at approximately 3 pm the Grand Canyon Regional Communications Center received a call reporting a wildfire at Pinon Park located within the South Rim Village. https://www.nps.gov/grca/learn/news/pinon-contained.htm Full Article
ir Northern AZ land managers recognized for leadership in fire management By www.nps.gov Published On :: Tue, 09 Jun 2015 04:09:00 EST Managers of both the Kaibab National Forest and Grand Canyon National Park in northern Arizona were recently recognized for the leadership role they've played in managing wildland fire across the landscape and jurisdictional boundaries for the purpose of improving forest health conditions. https://www.nps.gov/grca/learn/news/fire-award.htm Full Article
ir Repair and Maintenance to Temporarily Close Walkway between Train Depot and El Tovar Hotel By www.nps.gov Published On :: Wed, 24 Jun 2015 07:20:00 EST The trail between the El Tovar Hotel and the train depot will close for repairs July 1. https://www.nps.gov/grca/learn/news/el-tovar-walkway-detour.htm Full Article
ir Find Your Park and Celebrate the 99th Birthday of the National Park Service with a Fee-Free Day at Grand Canyon By www.nps.gov Published On :: Wed, 19 Aug 2015 11:04:00 EST The National Park Service is turning 99 years old on August 25 and Grand Canyon National Park wants to give you a present- free admission! The usual entrance fee will be waived for all visitors to Grand Canyon on Tuesday, August 25. https://www.nps.gov/grca/learn/news/national-park-service-99th-birthday.htm Full Article
ir rand Canyon News Release Release date: Immediate Contact(s): Emily Davis Phone number(s): 928-638-7609 Date: September 8, 2015 Crews Repairing a Break in the Transcanyon Pipeline Grand Canyon, Ariz. â“ A break in the Transcanyon Pipelin By www.nps.gov Published On :: Tue, 08 Sep 2015 06:41:00 EST Because of a break in the Transcanyon Pipeline, there is no drinking water available on the North Kaibab Trail. https://www.nps.gov/grca/learn/news/pipeline-break.htm Full Article
ir Repairs to Begin Today on a Transcanyon Pipeline Break By www.nps.gov Published On :: Tue, 29 Sep 2015 04:31:00 EST Water utility staff at Grand Canyon National Park will begin repairs to a break in the Transcanyon Pipeline. https://www.nps.gov/grca/learn/news/september-pipeline-break.htm Full Article
ir UPDATE: Crews Complete Repairs to Transcanyon Pipeline By www.nps.gov Published On :: Thu, 01 Oct 2015 12:04:00 EST Crews finished repairing a break in the Transcanyon Pipeline that occurred north of Phantom Ranch earlier this week. https://www.nps.gov/grca/learn/news/pipeline-break-fixed.htm Full Article
ir National Park Service Seeks Public Input on a Backcountry Management Plan and Draft Environmental Impact Statement for Grand Canyon National Park By www.nps.gov Published On :: Tue, 24 Nov 2015 04:32:00 EST The National Park Service (NPS) announced today another opportunity for the public to weigh in on revisions to Grand Canyon National Parkâs Backcountry Management Plan (BMP). https://www.nps.gov/grca/learn/news/backcountry-plan-draft-eis.htm Full Article
ir 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
ir Grand Canyon National Park to Host an Additional Public Open House and Webinar for Backcountry Management Plan and Draft Environmental Impact Statement By www.nps.gov Published On :: Wed, 27 Jan 2016 09:02:00 EST The National Park Service (NPS) announced today another opportunity for the public to weigh in on revisions to Grand Canyon National Parkâs Backcountry Management Plan (BMP). The NPS began developing a Draft Environmental Impact Statement (DEIS) for this plan in 2011 in compliance with the National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA). https://www.nps.gov/grca/learn/news/backcountry-plan-webinar-and-open-house.htm Full Article
ir Grand Canyon National Park to Extend Public Comment Period for Backcountry Management Plan and Draft Environmental Impact Statement By www.nps.gov Published On :: Tue, 23 Feb 2016 03:26:00 EST The National Park Service announced a 30-day extension of the public comment period for Grand Canyon National Parkâs Backcountry Management Plan and Draft Environmental Impact Statement . https://www.nps.gov/grca/learn/news/backcountry-deis-comment-extension.htm Full Article
ir National Park Service Seeks Public Input for Bison Herd Reduction Environmental Assessment for Grand Canyon National Park By www.nps.gov Published On :: Thu, 25 Feb 2016 07:23:00 EST The National Park Service (NPS) has announced a 30-day public comment period seeking input on changes to the scope of the Bison Management Plan at Grand Canyon National Park. https://www.nps.gov/grca/learn/news/grand-canyon-bison-ea.htm Full Article
ir Prescribed Fire Planned for Grand Canyon Village Thursday, May 5, 2016 By www.nps.gov Published On :: Fri, 29 Apr 2016 06:45:00 EST National Park Service (NPS) fire managers anticipate initiating prescribed fire treatment in Grand Canyon Village Thursday, May 5, as weather and fuel moisture conditions allow. https://www.nps.gov/grca/learn/news/village-prescribed-fire.htm Full Article
ir UPDATE: Prescribed Fire Planned for Grand Canyon Village Thursday, May 5, 2016 Postponed By www.nps.gov Published On :: Wed, 04 May 2016 09:27:00 EST National Park Service (NPS) fire managers are postponing prescribed fire treatment in Grand Canyon Village Thursday, May 5 due to predicted high winds. https://www.nps.gov/grca/learn/news/village-prescribed-fire-postponed.htm Full Article
ir Prescribed Fire Planned for Grand Canyon Village Thursday, May 19, 2016 By www.nps.gov Published On :: Fri, 13 May 2016 07:03:00 EST National Park Service (NPS) fire managers anticipate initiating prescribed fire treatment in Grand Canyon Village Thursday, May 19, as weather and fuel moisture conditions allow. https://www.nps.gov/grca/learn/news/village-prescribed-fire-may19.htm Full Article
ir 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
ir Fire Managers Plan Prescribed Fire Treatment Near Shoshone Point Thursday, June 9 By www.nps.gov Published On :: Tue, 07 Jun 2016 12:38:00 EST National Park Service fire managers anticipate initiating a prescribed fire near Shoshone Point Thursday, June 9 as weather and fuel moisture conditions allow. https://www.nps.gov/grca/learn/news/shoshone-prescribed-fire-june-9.htm Full Article
ir Nearly 1000 Acres Successfully Treated with Prescribed Fire on Grand Canyonâs South Rim By www.nps.gov Published On :: Fri, 10 Jun 2016 08:59:00 EST Yesterday, National Park Service (NPS) fire managers successfully treated 994 acres with prescribed (Rx) fire on the South Rim of Grand Canyon. https://www.nps.gov/grca/learn/news/shoshone-rx-success.htm Full Article
ir Grand Canyon National Park to Manage Fuller Fire on the North Rim By www.nps.gov Published On :: Thu, 07 Jul 2016 12:45:00 EST National Park Service fire managers on the North Rim of Grand Canyon have decided to manage the Fuller Fire for multiple objectives. https://www.nps.gov/grca/learn/news/fuller-fire.htm Full Article
ir Warmer, Drier Weather Leads to Increased Fuller Fire Activity By www.nps.gov Published On :: Mon, 11 Jul 2016 14:42:00 EST Warmer, drier weather has led to increased fire activity on the Fuller Fire. https://www.nps.gov/grca/learn/news/fuller-fire-increased-activity.htm Full Article
ir Grand Canyon National Park Fire Managers Planning for Two Prescribed Burns By www.nps.gov Published On :: Wed, 21 Sep 2016 10:13:00 EST National Park Service (NPS) and U.S. Forest Service (USFS) fire managers, working together as the North Zone Interagency Fire Management Program, anticipate initiating a prescribed fire treatment this fall as weather and fuel moisture conditions allow near the boundary line between the North Kaibab Ranger District of the Kaibab NF and the North Rim of Grand Canyon National Park. https://www.nps.gov/grca/learn/news/fall-prescribed.htm Full Article
ir 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
ir Grand Canyon National Park Fire Managers Plan Prescribed Burns on North Rim By www.nps.gov Published On :: Tue, 18 Oct 2016 08:05:00 EST Fire managers at Grand Canyon National Park anticipate initiating two prescribed burns on the North Rim this week as weather and fuel moisture conditions allow. https://www.nps.gov/grca/learn/news/slopes-and-hse-rx.htm Full Article
ir 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
ir Grand Canyon National Park Starts Hauling Water to North Rim as Pipeline Repairs Continue By www.nps.gov Published On :: Wed, 03 May 2017 04:32:00 EST Grand Canyon National Parkâs North Rim will open as scheduled May 15 with limited visitor services despite major storm-caused breaks in the only pipeline that supplies its water. https://www.nps.gov/grca/learn/news/north-rim-water-hauling.htm Full Article
ir National Park Service Seeks Public Comment on an Initial Bison Herd Reduction Environmental Assessment for Grand Canyon National Park By www.nps.gov Published On :: Tue, 09 May 2017 06:56:00 EST The National Park Service (NPS) has announced that the Initial Bison Herd Reduction Environmental Assessment (EA), which evaluates management actions related to bison on Grand Canyonâs North Rim, is available for public review and comment. https://www.nps.gov/grca/learn/news/bison-ea.htm Full Article
ir National Park Service Extends Public Comment Period on Initial Bison Herd Reduction Environmental Assessment for Grand Canyon National Park By www.nps.gov Published On :: Tue, 30 May 2017 08:16:00 EST The NPS has announced that it will extend the public comment period on the Initial Bison Herd Reduction Environmental Assessment (EA). The EA will now be available for public review and comment through June 14, 2017. https://www.nps.gov/grca/learn/news/initial-bison-herd-ea.htm Full Article
ir News Release: Fire Managers at Grand Canyon National Park Plan Prescribed Fire Adjacent to Grand Canyon Village By www.nps.gov Published On :: Wed, 31 May 2017 09:28:00 EST Grand Canyon National Park fire managersâ”working with resources from Sedona Fire Department, Lake Mead National Recreation Area, Rocky Mountain National Park, Zion National Park, and Kaibab National Forestâ”anticipate initiating a prescribed fire treatment this weekend as weather and fuel moisture conditions allows. https://www.nps.gov/grca/learn/news/long-jim-3-prescribed-fire.htm Full Article
ir Fire Managers at Grand Canyon National Park Continue Prescribed Fire Operations By www.nps.gov Published On :: Tue, 06 Jun 2017 07:00:00 EST Grand Canyon National Park fire managersâ”working with resources from Sedona Fire Department, Lake Mead National Recreation Area, Rocky Mountain National Park, Zion National Park, Saguaro National Park and Kaibab National Forestâ”are continuing operations on the Long Jim III Prescribed Fire. https://www.nps.gov/grca/learn/news/prescribed-fire-continues.htm Full Article
ir Fire Managers at Grand Canyon National Park Complete Ignition Operations on Long Jim III Prescribed Fire By www.nps.gov Published On :: Thu, 08 Jun 2017 04:29:00 EST Grand Canyon National Park fire managers completed ignition operations on the Long Jim III Prescribed Fire. Crews will now monitor the unit and mop up any areas along the fireâs perimeter that may threaten the holding line. https://www.nps.gov/grca/learn/news/long-jim-rx-ignitions-complete.htm Full Article
ir New Short Film Teaches Visitors about "Living with Fire in the Grand Canyon" By www.nps.gov Published On :: Mon, 07 Aug 2017 12:25:00 EST Visitors to Grand Canyon National Park can now learn more about the role wildland fire plays at Grand Canyon. https://www.nps.gov/grca/learn/news/short-wildland-fire-film.htm Full Article
ir 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
ir Prescribed Fire Update: Favorable Conditions Allow Fire Managers to Continue Operations on North Rim of Grand Canyon National Park By www.nps.gov Published On :: Wed, 25 Oct 2017 07:51:00 EST National Park Service (NPS) and US Forest Service (USFS) fire managers, working together as the North Zone Interagency Fire Management Program, anticipate initiating more prescribed fire (Rx) treatments this week as weather and fuel moisture conditions allow on the North Rim of Grand Canyon National Park. https://www.nps.gov/grca/learn/news/north-zone-rx-fires.htm Full Article
ir Fire Managers May Initiate Additional North Rim Prescribed Fire By www.nps.gov Published On :: Tue, 05 Dec 2017 12:19:00 EST Fire managers will take advantage of continued warm, dry weather conditions over the next several weeks and may initiate additional prescribed fires on the North Rim of Grand Canyon National Park. https://www.nps.gov/grca/learn/news/bright-angel-rx.htm Full Article
ir 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
ir Kaibab National Forest, Grand Canyon National Park to implement additional fire restrictions starting this Friday, June 8th By www.nps.gov Published On :: Tue, 05 Jun 2018 05:10:00 EST The U.S. Forest Service and National Park Service will implement additional fire restrictions, also known as Stage II fire restrictions, across the North Kaibab Ranger District, and the South Rim, North Rim and Inner Canyon of Grand Canyon National Park beginning at 8 a.m. this Friday. https://www.nps.gov/grca/learn/news/stage-2-fire-restrictions.htm Full Article
ir Safety First at the Rim- Tips for Viewing Grand Canyon National Parkv By www.nps.gov Published On :: Tue, 03 Jul 2018 13:33:00 EST Safety First. A trip to Grand Canyon can be both fun and safe by keeping these few tips in mind. https://www.nps.gov/grca/learn/news/safety-first-at-the-rim-2018-07-03.htm Full Article
ir Stage 2 Fire Restrictions to be Lifted at Grand Canyon National Park By www.nps.gov Published On :: Thu, 12 Jul 2018 07:47:00 EST Increased monsoonal activity has significantly lowered the fire danger risk for Grand Canyon National Park. On Friday, July 13, 2018 at 8:00 am stage 2 fire restrictions will be rescinded for the entire Grand Canyon National Park. https://www.nps.gov/grca/learn/news/stage-2-fire-restrictions-lifted.htm Full Article
ir Fire crews are actively working to suppress the lightning ignited Imperial Fire. Currently the fire is estimated to be three (3) acres in size and is located along the Cape Royal Road near Vista Encantada. By www.nps.gov Published On :: Wed, 18 Jul 2018 12:49:00 EST Fire crews are actively working to suppress the lightning ignited Imperial Fire. Currently the fire is estimated to be three (3) acres in size and is located along the Cape Royal Road near Vista Encantada. https://www.nps.gov/grca/learn/news/imperial-fire-being-suppressed-on-north-rim-of-grand-canyon-national-park-20180718.htm Full Article
ir Grand Canyon National Park Suppressing Three Fires on North Rim By www.nps.gov Published On :: Tue, 24 Jul 2018 12:21:00 EST Recent monsoonal activity in the region resulted in an several new lightning ignited fires on the North Rim of Grand Canyon National Park over the past several days. Fire crews are actively working to suppress three fires within Grand Canyon National Park. https://www.nps.gov/grca/learn/news/grand-canyon-nat-park-suppressing-3-fires-on-north-rim.htm Full Article