and Facilities on Grand Canyonâs North Rim to Begin Seasonal Closures- Park Remains Open for Day Use By www.nps.gov Published On :: Fri, 19 Sep 2014 06:29:00 EST The staff on the North Rim of Grand Canyon National Park will begin to shut down most visitor services and facilities on Thursday, October 16; the North Rim will remain open to visitors through December 1 or until snow closes Highway 67 leading into the park. https://www.nps.gov/grca/learn/news/2014-north-rim-seasonal.htm Full Article
and Grand Canyon National Park Celebrates the 50th Anniversary of the Wilderness Act on September 25th and Offers Fee Free Entrance September 27th for National Public Lands Day By www.nps.gov Published On :: Fri, 19 Sep 2014 07:10:00 EST Grand Canyon National Park invites the public to celebrate the 50th Anniversary of the Wilderness Act on September 25th and National Public Lands Day on the September 27, 2014. https://www.nps.gov/grca/learn/news/wilderness-npld-day.htm Full Article
and Bat Tests Positive for Rabies in Grand Canyon National Park By www.nps.gov Published On :: Wed, 15 Oct 2014 10:07:00 EST A bat recently removed from an area along the Colorado River within Grand Canyon National Park has tested positive for rabies. https://www.nps.gov/grca/learn/news/bat-rabies-october-2014.htm Full Article
and 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
and Grand Canyon Issues Drinking Water Advisory for North Kaibab Trail: All Other Park Water is Safe for Consumption By www.nps.gov Published On :: Fri, 31 Oct 2014 09:42:00 EST The National Park Service is issuing a drinking water advisory for the following areas along the North Kaibab Trail, Manzanita Rest Area (Roaring Springs) and Cottonwood Campground within the backcountry at Grand Canyon National Park. The rest of the park including South Rim Village, Desert View, Indian Garden, Phantom Ranch and North Rim Developed Area is not affected by this advisory and water is safe to drink. https://www.nps.gov/grca/learn/news/drinking-water.htm Full Article
and Grand Canyon Lifts Drinking Water Advisory for North Kaibab Trail: All Park Water is Safe for Consumption By www.nps.gov Published On :: Sat, 01 Nov 2014 08:30:00 EST The National Park Service is lifting a drinking water advisory that was issued on Friday, October 31st for the following areas along the North Kaibab Trail, Manzanita Rest Area (Roaring Springs) and Cottonwood Campground within the backcountry at Grand Canyon National Park. Water in the rest of the park including South Rim Village, Desert View, Indian Garden, Phantom Ranch and North Rim Developed Area continues to be safe to drink. https://www.nps.gov/grca/learn/news/lift-advisory.htm Full Article
and Grand Canyon National Park to Waive Entrance Fees for Veterans Day 2014 By www.nps.gov Published On :: Mon, 03 Nov 2014 05:22:00 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 on Tuesday, November 11. https://www.nps.gov/grca/learn/news/veterans-day-2014.htm Full Article
and Grand Canyon National Park Celebrates Native American-Alaska Native Heritage Month By www.nps.gov Published On :: Mon, 03 Nov 2014 05:32:00 EST In observance of Native American/Alaska Native Heritage Month, Grand Canyon National Park is sponsoring a series of special events on Tuesday, November 11 and Wednesday, November 12. All are invited to participate in these presentations and demonstrations as we recognize and celebrate the many accomplishments, contributions, and sacrifices made by First Americans. https://www.nps.gov/grca/learn/news/2014-native-american-heritage.htm Full Article
and 2014 Commercial Vehicle Inspection a Success at Grand Canyon National Park By www.nps.gov Published On :: Thu, 06 Nov 2014 10:03:00 EST On October 14-15, 2014, the Grand Canyon Fee and Commercial Enforcement Unit partnered with the Grand Canyon Concessions and Fee Management Offices to support ongoing inspections of all commercial traffic entering the park. https://www.nps.gov/grca/learn/news/2014-commercial-inspection.htm Full Article
and Grand Canyon National Park Proposes Entrance Fee Increase By www.nps.gov Published On :: Fri, 07 Nov 2014 08:41:00 EST Grand Canyon National Park is proposing to increase entrance fees into the park. The single vehicle entrance fee would change from $25 to $30 for a seven day pass. The parkâs annual pass would increase from $50 to $60. The current rate of $12 per individual or motorcycle would increase to $15 per individual and $25 for a motorcycle. https://www.nps.gov/grca/learn/news/proposed-fee-increase.htm Full Article
and 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
and 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
and Grand Canyon to Celebrate Martin Luther King Jr. Day with Free Entry By www.nps.gov Published On :: Tue, 13 Jan 2015 10:50:00 EST Grand Canyon National Park will be joining national park units across the country in honor of Martin Luther King Jr. Day with fee-free entry into the park on Monday, January 19, 2015. https://www.nps.gov/grca/learn/news/20150119mlk-fee-free.htm Full Article
and Grand Canyon Announces Award of Contract to Operate Shuttle Bus Services on South Rim By www.nps.gov Published On :: Tue, 13 Jan 2015 12:13:00 EST Grand Canyon National Park announced the award of the contract for operation of the South Rimâs shuttle bus services to Paul Revere Transportation, L.L.C. The five-year contract is in effect from December 1, 2014 through November 30, 2019. https://www.nps.gov/grca/learn/news/20150113-gc-award-shuttle-services.htm Full Article
and Grand Canyon to Replace Portion of Trans-Canyon Pipeline at Phantom Ranch By www.nps.gov Published On :: Fri, 23 Jan 2015 04:44:00 EST Grand Canyon National Park will begin replacing a portion of the Trans-Canyon Pipeline at Phantom Ranch beginning on Monday, January 26, 2015. https://www.nps.gov/grca/learn/news/replace-portion-tcp.htm Full Article
and Grand Canyon National Park Opens 2016 Noncommercial River Trip Permit Lottery By www.nps.gov Published On :: Fri, 30 Jan 2015 05:01:00 EST Sunday, February 1, 2015 Grand Canyon National Park will open the permit lottery for 2016 Noncommerical River Trip launch dates. https://www.nps.gov/grca/learn/news/2016-lottery.htm Full Article
and Missing Man at South Rim of Grand Canyon National Park By www.nps.gov Published On :: Tue, 03 Feb 2015 11:09:00 EST On Monday, February 2, 2015 the Grand Canyon Regional Communications Center received a phone call reporting a missing individual last known to be at the South Rim of Grand Canyon National Park. https://www.nps.gov/grca/learn/news/missing-man2015.htm Full Article
and Grand Canyon to Celebrate Presidentâs Day Weekend with Free Entry By www.nps.gov Published On :: Wed, 04 Feb 2015 11:49:00 EST Grand Canyon National Park will be joining national park units across the country in honor of Presidents Day with fee-free entry into the park on Saturday, February 14, 2015 through Monday, February 16, 2015. https://www.nps.gov/grca/learn/news/2015-fee-free-pres-day.htm Full Article
and Search Area Expands for Missing San Antonio Man at Grand Canyon National Park By www.nps.gov Published On :: Fri, 06 Feb 2015 10:55:00 EST Today National Park Service Search and Rescue crews expanded the search area for missing San Antonio man, Drake L. Kramer. Kramer, 21 was reported missing by family on Monday, February 2. https://www.nps.gov/grca/learn/news/expand-kramer-search.htm Full Article
and UPDATE: Grand Canyon Rangers Search for Missing San Antonio Man By www.nps.gov Published On :: Sun, 08 Feb 2015 04:05:00 EST Twenty-one year old Drake L. Kramer remains missing at Grand Canyon National Park; and a six day search by the National Park Service has turned up no additional clues as to his whereabouts. https://www.nps.gov/grca/learn/news/kramer-limited.htm Full Article
and Grand Canyon Joins National Find Your Park Movement By www.nps.gov Published On :: Wed, 01 Apr 2015 06:00:00 EST Grand Canyon National Park joins in the Find Your Park Campaign and will celebrate with Earth Day events and a fee-free weekend, April 18-19 https://www.nps.gov/grca/learn/news/national-park-week-2015-04-18.htm Full Article
and Alternative Spring Break Brings Enthusiastic Students to Grand Canyon National Park By www.nps.gov Published On :: Mon, 20 Apr 2015 09:53:00 EST College students from around the country participated in Alternative Spring Break by helping Grand Canyon National Park's wildland firefighting crew. https://www.nps.gov/grca/learn/news/alternative-spring-break.htm Full Article
and Grand Canyon National Parkâs North Rim to Open May 15 for 2015 Season By www.nps.gov Published On :: Wed, 22 Apr 2015 03:36:00 EST Grand Canyon National Park's North Rim will open Friday, May 15 for the 2015 summer season. All NPS operations will be available by 8 am that day and Grand Canyon Lodge North Rim and Canyon Trail Rides will also commence their operations. https://www.nps.gov/grca/learn/news/north-rim-to-open-may-15-2015.htm Full Article
and Tourism to Grand Canyon National Park Creates $509 Million in Economic Benefits By www.nps.gov Published On :: Thu, 23 Apr 2015 11:21:00 EST A new National Park Service (NPS) report shows that over 4.7 million visitors to Grand Canyon National Park in 2014 spent $509 million in communities near the park. https://www.nps.gov/grca/learn/news/grand-canyon-tourism-creates-509-million.htm Full Article
and 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
and Over the Edge Incident at South Rim of Grand Canyon National Park By www.nps.gov Published On :: Thu, 30 Apr 2015 14:22:00 EST On Thursday, April 30 at approximately 4:20 p.m. the Grand Canyon Regional Communications Center received a report of a man who had fallen from the edge of the rim trail east of Mather Point. https://www.nps.gov/grca/learn/news/over-edge.htm Full Article
and 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
and 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
and Potential Suicide Victim Discovered at South Rim of Grand Canyon National Park By www.nps.gov Published On :: Tue, 05 May 2015 08:49:00 EST At approximately 5:45 a.m. the Grand Canyon Regional Communications Center received a call alerting officials to a potential suicide. https://www.nps.gov/grca/learn/news/possible-suicide.htm Full Article
and Pipeline Break in Grand Canyon National Park Leads to Inner Canyon Water Conservation By www.nps.gov Published On :: Tue, 05 May 2015 11:08:00 EST A break in the Trans-Canyon Water Pipeline late on Monday, May 4th has resulted in the implementation of water conservation measures for the inner canyon and no water availability at Roaring Springs or Cottonwood. https://www.nps.gov/grca/learn/news/water-conservation.htm Full Article
and Potential Suicide Victim Identified at South Rim of Grand Canyon National Park By www.nps.gov Published On :: Wed, 06 May 2015 08:57:00 EST Alejandro Bussot, 25, of Miami, FL has been identified as the potential suicide victim at Grand Canyon National Park. Body recovery teams were able to reach the victim, who was located approximately 250 feet below the rim, earlier this morning. https://www.nps.gov/grca/learn/news/victim-identified.htm Full Article
and Tusayan Shuttle at Grand Canyon National Park Begins Saturday, May 23, 2015â“Park and Ride; We'll Be Your Guide By www.nps.gov Published On :: Mon, 11 May 2015 08:00:00 EST From May 23 to September 25, 2015, Grand Canyon National Park will offer shuttle bus service between the park and the neighboring town of Tusayan, AZ. https://www.nps.gov/grca/learn/news/tusayan-shuttle-at-grand-canyon-national-park.htm Full Article
and Grand Canyon National Park Announces Entrance and Backcountry Camping Fee Increases By www.nps.gov Published On :: Wed, 13 May 2015 05:38:00 EST Effective June 1, 2015, Grand Canyon National Park will increase park entrance fees and the cost of overnight backcountry permits. https://www.nps.gov/grca/learn/news/grand-canyon-announces-fee-increases.htm Full Article
and Grand Canyon to Celebrate Asian American and Pacific Islander Heritage Month with Special Guests Todd and Gary Himaka By www.nps.gov Published On :: Fri, 22 May 2015 11:19:00 EST Grand Canyon will celebrate Asian American and Pacific Islander Heritage Month. https://www.nps.gov/grca/learn/news/grand-canyon-to-celebrate-asian-american-heritage-month.htm Full Article
and Visitor Fatality at South Rim of Grand Canyon National Park By www.nps.gov Published On :: Tue, 26 May 2015 10:51:00 EST On Sunday, May 24th, park rangers responded to a report of an unconscious man in the vicinity of Grand Canyon Visitor Center. https://www.nps.gov/grca/learn/news/visitor-fatality-at-south-rim-of-grand-canyon.htm Full Article
and Park Rangers Respond to Report of Plane Wreckage in Grand Canyon National Park By www.nps.gov Published On :: Tue, 26 May 2015 12:42:00 EST On May 20th, a private boating trip reported the wreckage of an airplane to park rangers at Diamond Creek. https://www.nps.gov/grca/learn/news/park-rangers-respond-to-report-of-plane-wreckage.htm Full Article
and Astronomers to Provide Free Telescope Viewing at Grand Canyon National Park, June 13-20 By www.nps.gov Published On :: Wed, 27 May 2015 05:14:00 EST The twenty-fifth annual Grand Canyon Star Party will be held from Saturday, June 13 through Saturday, June 20, 2015 on the South and North rims of Grand Canyon National Park. https://www.nps.gov/grca/learn/news/free-telescope-viewing-at-grand-canyon-june-13-20.htm Full Article
and Missing Man on Colorado River within Grand Canyon National Park By www.nps.gov Published On :: Wed, 03 Jun 2015 12:06:00 EST On Tuesday, June 2 at approximately 8 pm the National Park Service received a satellite phone call from a commercial river trip reporting a missing guide at River Mile 213 near Pumpkin Springs. https://www.nps.gov/grca/learn/news/guide-missing.htm Full Article
and 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
and 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
and Update: Guide Still Missing on Colorado River within Grand Canyon National Park By www.nps.gov Published On :: Thu, 04 Jun 2015 09:22:00 EST A Grand Canyon National Park search and rescue mission continues for Morgan Heimer of Cody, WY who went missing June 2 at River Mile 213 on the Colorado River. https://www.nps.gov/grca/learn/news/guide-still-missing-on-colorado-river.htm Full Article
and UPDATE: Missing Wyoming Man on Colorado River within Grand Canyon National Park By www.nps.gov Published On :: Mon, 08 Jun 2015 04:02:00 EST Twenty-two year old Morgan Heimer remains missing on the Colorado River within Grand Canyon National Park; and a six day search by the National Park Service has turned up no additional clues as to his whereabouts. https://www.nps.gov/grca/learn/news/heimer-update.htm Full Article
and Grand Canyon National Park and Coconino County Public Health Services to Initiate Monthly Monitoring for Plague By www.nps.gov Published On :: Mon, 08 Jun 2015 08:09:00 EST Coconino County Public Health Services District and Grand Canyon National Park will begin monthly monitoring for plague. https://www.nps.gov/grca/learn/news/grand-canyon-and-coconino-county-to-monitor-for-plague.htm Full Article
and 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
and Hiker Fatality on Bright Angel Trail in Grand Canyon National Park By www.nps.gov Published On :: Fri, 19 Jun 2015 10:55:00 EST On Thursday afternoon, hikers reported to a park ranger that a member of their party needed help. https://www.nps.gov/grca/learn/news/bright-angel-fatality.htm Full Article
and 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
and Record-Breaking Visitation at Grand Canyon; Expect Long Waits at Entrance Stations and Shuttle Bus Stops for Independence Day Weekend By www.nps.gov Published On :: Mon, 29 Jun 2015 12:50:00 EST Visitation at Grand Canyon National Park is up 20 percent in 2015. https://www.nps.gov/grca/learn/news/record-breaking-visitation.htm Full Article
and Fatality in Grand Canyon National Park on North Kaibab Trail By www.nps.gov Published On :: Sat, 04 Jul 2015 16:19:00 EST Hiker fatality on Grand Canyon's North Kaibab Trail. https://www.nps.gov/grca/learn/news/north-kaibab-trail-fatality.htm Full Article
and Grand Canyon National Parkâs North Rim to Celebrate 2015 Western Arts Day By www.nps.gov Published On :: Mon, 06 Jul 2015 10:20:00 EST On July 11th, the North Rim celebrates the unique culture of the area with Western Arts Day. https://www.nps.gov/grca/learn/news/north-rim-western-arts-day.htm Full Article
and Living History Returns to Grand Canyon with Fourth Annual âEchoes from the Canyonâ Event By www.nps.gov Published On :: Fri, 17 Jul 2015 11:13:00 EST Relive Grand Canyon's history with park rangers in character as notable figures from the past. https://www.nps.gov/grca/learn/news/echoes-from-the-canyon-returns.htm Full Article