k Rangers in Grand Canyon National Park Search for Missing Man in Grandview Area By www.nps.gov Published On :: Sat, 05 Sep 2009 20:00:00 EST 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 Full Article
k Rangers Seek Information to Aid Search for Andrew Brunelli By www.nps.gov Published On :: Sun, 06 Sep 2009 20:00:00 EST As the search for Andrew Brunelli continues, Grand Canyon National Park rangers seek the assistance of anyone who has visited the park within the last week and might have information on his whereabouts. https://www.nps.gov/grca/learn/news/news_2009-09-07_search.htm Full Article
k The Search for Andrew Brunelli Continues in Grand Canyon National Park By www.nps.gov Published On :: Mon, 07 Sep 2009 20:00:00 EST 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 Full Article
k Body Believed to be that of Andrew Brunelli Found in Grand Canyon National Park By www.nps.gov Published On :: Tue, 08 Sep 2009 20:00:00 EST 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 parkâs 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 Full Article
k Desert View Restroom Renovation and East Rim Drive Toilets Project to Begin at Grand Canyon National Park By www.nps.gov Published On :: Tue, 15 Sep 2009 20:00:00 EST 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 Parkâs 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 Full Article
k Grand Canyon National Park to Celebrate DÃa de la Familia on National Public Lands Day By www.nps.gov Published On :: Thu, 17 Sep 2009 20:00:00 EST https://www.nps.gov/grca/learn/news/grand-canyon-national-park-to-celebrate-dia-de-la-familia-on-national-public-lands-day.htm Full Article
k Grand Canyon hiker discovered deceased below North Rim near Toroweap Valley By www.nps.gov Published On :: Mon, 21 Sep 2009 20:00:00 EST https://www.nps.gov/grca/learn/news/grand-canyon-hiker-discovered-deceased-below-north-rim-near-toroweap-valley.htm Full Article
k Grand Canyon National Park to Celebrate Earth Science Week October 11 through 17 By www.nps.gov Published On :: Wed, 23 Sep 2009 20:00:00 EST Grand Canyon National Park will celebrate Earth Science Week by offering a variety of special programs and activities during the week of October 11 â“ 17, 2009. https://www.nps.gov/grca/learn/news/grand-canyon-national-park-to-celebrate-earth-science-week-october-11-through-17.htm Full Article
k National Park Service Approves Temporary Mule Ride on South Rim of Grand Canyon By www.nps.gov Published On :: Tue, 06 Oct 2009 20:00:00 EST 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 Full Article
k Business Opportunity Announced for Guided Trail Rides on the North Rim of Grand Canyon National Park By www.nps.gov Published On :: Thu, 08 Oct 2009 20:00:00 EST 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 Full Article
k New Visitor Center Parking Expected to Open in Time for Thanksgiving By www.nps.gov Published On :: Wed, 11 Nov 2009 19:00:00 EST https://www.nps.gov/grca/learn/news/news_2009-11-12_phase_i.htm Full Article
k National Park Service continues repair and reconstruction projects at Grand Canyon with funds from the American Recovery and Reinvestment Act By www.nps.gov Published On :: Sun, 15 Nov 2009 19:00:00 EST 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 Full Article
k National Park Service Announces Availability of Environmental Assessment for new Science and Resource Management Facility in Grand Canyon National Park By www.nps.gov Published On :: Wed, 18 Nov 2009 19:00:00 EST 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 Full Article
k Operational Changes to Backcountry Permitting Procedures Planned at Grand Canyon National Park By www.nps.gov Published On :: Thu, 19 Nov 2009 19:00:00 EST https://www.nps.gov/grca/learn/news/news_2009-11-20_procedure_change.htm Full Article
k North Rim of Grand Canyon National Park to Close for the Season By www.nps.gov Published On :: Sun, 22 Nov 2009 19:00:00 EST 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 Full Article
k Body of man recovered from below South Rim of Grand Canyon National Park By www.nps.gov Published On :: Fri, 27 Nov 2009 19:00:00 EST 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 Full Article
k Winter Driving Conditions Have Arrived in Grand Canyon National Park By www.nps.gov Published On :: Sun, 06 Dec 2009 19:00:00 EST 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 Full Article
k National Park Service Announces Award of Contract to Operate Grand Canyon Visitor Transportation System By www.nps.gov Published On :: Sun, 06 Dec 2009 19:00:00 EST https://www.nps.gov/grca/learn/news/national-park-service-announces-award-of-contract-to-operate-grand-canyon-visitor-transportation-system.htm Full Article
k Desert View Drive in Grand Canyon National Park is Closed as Rangers Clear Multiple Accidents By www.nps.gov Published On :: Mon, 28 Dec 2009 19:00:00 EST 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 Full Article
k Body Found Below Rim at Grand Canyon National Park By www.nps.gov Published On :: Tue, 05 Jan 2010 19:00:00 EST 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 Full Article
k Desert View Watchtower in Grand Canyon National Park to Undergo Renovations By www.nps.gov Published On :: Sun, 10 Jan 2010 19:00:00 EST 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 Full Article
k Grand Canyon National Park Accepting Applications for Bicycle Rental Operation Commercial Use Authorization By www.nps.gov Published On :: Mon, 25 Jan 2010 19:00:00 EST 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 Parkâs South Rim. https://www.nps.gov/grca/learn/news/grand-canyon-national-park-accepting-applications-for-bicycle-rental-operation-commercial-use-authorization.htm Full Article
k National Park Service accepting applications for noncommercial Colorado River rafting permits for 2011 calendar year By www.nps.gov Published On :: Sun, 31 Jan 2010 19:00:00 EST 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 Full Article
k National Park Service Announces Availability of Revised Environmental Assessment for new Science and Resource Management Facility in Grand Canyon National Park By www.nps.gov Published On :: Sun, 07 Feb 2010 19:00:00 EST 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 Full Article
k National Park Service Seeking Comments on Potential Changes to Concessions Operations at Grand Canyon National Park By www.nps.gov Published On :: Tue, 09 Feb 2010 19:00:00 EST 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 Full Article
k Grand Canyon National Park to Host Archeology Day Saturday, March 27 By www.nps.gov Published On :: Mon, 01 Mar 2010 19:00:00 EST On Saturday, March 27, 2010, Grand Canyon National Park will host Archeology Day in honor of "Arizona Archaeology and Heritage Awareness Month." https://www.nps.gov/grca/learn/news/2010-03-02_arch_day.htm Full Article
k LAKE MEAD NEWS RELEASE: Pearce Ferry Road Extension Announced By www.nps.gov Published On :: Wed, 03 Mar 2010 19:00:00 EST The Superintendents of Lake Mead National Recreation Area (Lake Mead NRA) and Grand Canyon National Park announce the March 15th opening of the two-mile extension of the Pearce Ferry Road to the Colorado River. https://www.nps.gov/grca/learn/news/2010-03-04_lame.htm Full Article
k Grand Canyon National Park hosts Third Annual Alternative Spring Break By www.nps.gov Published On :: Wed, 03 Mar 2010 19:00:00 EST Grand Canyon National Park will host the third annual Alternative Spring Break (ASB) program sponsored by the Student Conservation Association (SCA) in partnership with American Eagle Outfitters. https://www.nps.gov/grca/learn/news/2010-03-04_asb.htm Full Article
k National Park Service Announces Availability of Environmental Assessment for Mule Operations and Stock Use in Grand Canyon National Park By www.nps.gov Published On :: Mon, 15 Mar 2010 20:00:00 EST https://www.nps.gov/grca/learn/news/national-park-service-announces-availability-of-environmental-assessment-for-mule-operations-and-stock-use-in-grand-canyon-national-park.htm Full Article
k National Park Service Announces Public Meetings To Discuss Mule Operations And Stock Use Environmental Assessment By www.nps.gov Published On :: Tue, 16 Mar 2010 20:00:00 EST Grand Canyon Announces Public Meeting Schedule for Mule Operations and Stock Use Environmental Assessment https://www.nps.gov/grca/learn/news/national-park-service-announces-public-meetings-to-discuss-mule-operations-and-stock-use-environmental-assessment.htm Full Article
k Rangers in Grand Canyon National Park Search for Two Missing Men in South Bass Royal Arch Area By www.nps.gov Published On :: Mon, 22 Mar 2010 20:00:00 EST Grand Canyon National Park rangers are currently searching the South Bass and Royal Arch areas west of the Hermits Rest area on the parkâs south rim for two overdue hikers, Isaac Rabicoff and Michael Wu, both from Kansas. https://www.nps.gov/grca/learn/news/rangers-in-grand-canyon-national-park-search-for-two-missing-men-in-south-bass-royal-arch-area.htm Full Article
k Rangers Locate Two Overdue Hikers at Grand Canyon National Park By www.nps.gov Published On :: Mon, 22 Mar 2010 20:00:00 EST https://www.nps.gov/grca/learn/news/rangers-locate-two-overdue-hikers-at-grand-canyon-national-park.htm Full Article
k Grand Canyon to Waive Entrance Fees During National Park Week By www.nps.gov Published On :: Mon, 05 Apr 2010 20:00:00 EST The National Park Service will be celebrating National Park Week in Grand Canyon National Park by waiving entrance fees April 17 â“ 25, 2010. https://www.nps.gov/grca/learn/news/2010-04-06_fee_free.htm Full Article
k Grand Canyon National Park will offer free shuttle service between the gateway community of Tusayan and the Grand Canyon Visitor Center again this year By www.nps.gov Published On :: Tue, 13 Apr 2010 20:00:00 EST https://www.nps.gov/grca/learn/news/grand-canyon-national-park-will-offer-free-shuttle-service-between-the-gateway-community-of-tusayan-and-the-grand-canyon-visitor-center-again-this-year.htm Full Article
k Seasonal Increase in Water Turbidity at Grand Canyon National Park By www.nps.gov Published On :: Wed, 21 Apr 2010 20:00:00 EST https://www.nps.gov/grca/learn/news/seasonal-increase-in-water-turbidity-at-grand-canyon-national-park.htm Full Article
k Grand Canyon Nation Park Announces Issuance of Commercial Use Authorization for South Rim Bicycle Rental Operations Beginning May 1 By www.nps.gov Published On :: Wed, 21 Apr 2010 20:00:00 EST Grand Canyon National Park Superintendent Steve Martin today announced the issuance of a commercial use authorization (CUA) for bicycle rental operations located at the Grand Canyon Visitor Center on the parkâs South Rim. https://www.nps.gov/grca/learn/news/grand-canyon-nation-park-announces-issuance-of-commercial-use-authorization-for-south-rim-bicycle-rental-operations-beginning-may-1.htm Full Article
k Concession Contract Awarded for Guided Trail Rides on the North Rim of Grand Canyon National Park By www.nps.gov Published On :: Wed, 05 May 2010 20:00:00 EST https://www.nps.gov/grca/learn/news/concession-contract-awarded-for-guided-trail-rides-on-the-north-rim-of-grand-canyon-national-park.htm Full Article
k Flagstaff Tactical Operations Team Called in to Assist Rangers in Grand Canyon National Park By www.nps.gov Published On :: Tue, 11 May 2010 20:00:00 EST https://www.nps.gov/grca/learn/news/2010-105-11_tactical.htm Full Article
k Work to begin on improvements to railway tour bus staging area near the Historic Grand Canyon Depot By www.nps.gov Published On :: Wed, 26 May 2010 20:00:00 EST Construction will begin next week near the Historic Grand Canyon Depot (Depot) to improve the area where Grand Canyon Railway passengers load and unload buses for tours within Grand Canyon National Park. The project was included as part of Grand Canyonâs 2008 South Rim Visitor Transportation Plan which addressed an array of transportation strategies to promote alternative travel modes to the park, reduce congestion, and better integrate connections between parking, transit, wayfinding and trip planning. https://www.nps.gov/grca/learn/news/work-to-begin-on-improvements-to-railway-tour-bus-staging-area-near-the-historic-grand-canyon-depot.htm Full Article
k Admission to Grand Canyon National Park Free the Weekend of June 5 and 6 By www.nps.gov Published On :: Wed, 26 May 2010 20:00:00 EST Grand Canyon National Park will be joining national parks and wildlife refuges around the country in offering free admission to the park on Saturday and Sunday, June 5 and 6. https://www.nps.gov/grca/learn/news/2010-05-27_fee-free.htm Full Article
k Second Translocation of Endangered Humpback Chub to Shinumo Creek to Occur in Late June By www.nps.gov Published On :: Thu, 10 Jun 2010 20:00:00 EST https://www.nps.gov/grca/learn/news/second-translocation-of-endangered-humpback-chub-to-shinumo-creek-to-occur-in-late-june.htm Full Article
k Prescribed Burn Planned at Grand Canyon National Park By www.nps.gov Published On :: Sun, 13 Jun 2010 20:00:00 EST Grand Canyon National Park fire managers plan to conduct a prescribed fire on the South Rim within the next several weeks if weather and forest conditions permit. https://www.nps.gov/grca/learn/news/14jun2010-2_news.htm Full Article
k Project to construct new RV sites on North Rim of Grand Canyon National Park to begin soon By www.nps.gov Published On :: Sun, 13 Jun 2010 20:00:00 EST https://www.nps.gov/grca/learn/news/14jun10_news.htm Full Article
k Lightning Causes Several Fire Starts on the North Rim of Grand Canyon National Park By www.nps.gov Published On :: Sun, 13 Jun 2010 20:00:00 EST A thunderstorm passed over Northern Arizona late last week resulting in three lightning caused fires on the North Rim of Grand Canyon National Park. https://www.nps.gov/grca/learn/news/14jun10_news3.htm Full Article
k Exhibit Celebrating Grand Canyon's Diverse Plant Life to Open at Kolb Studio By www.nps.gov Published On :: Mon, 14 Jun 2010 20:00:00 EST https://www.nps.gov/grca/learn/news/15jun10_news.htm Full Article
k Chip Seal Project to Occur on North and South Rims of Grand Canyon National Park this Summer By www.nps.gov Published On :: Wed, 16 Jun 2010 20:00:00 EST Chip seal projects are scheduled to begin at Grand Canyon National Park on both the South and North Rims. https://www.nps.gov/grca/learn/news/17jun10_news.htm Full Article
k Local Teacher Helps Turn Grand Canyon National Park into Area's Best Classroom By www.nps.gov Published On :: Wed, 23 Jun 2010 20:00:00 EST Lori Rommel will be donning a National Park Service uniform to participate in immersive learning experiences that she will turn into service-based educational programs for students in the fall. https://www.nps.gov/grca/learn/news/24jun10_news.htm Full Article
k Saffron Fire Being Managed for Multiple Objectives on the North Rim of Grand Canyon National Park By www.nps.gov Published On :: Wed, 30 Jun 2010 20:00:00 EST Park and forest managers have made the decision to manage the Saffron Fire for both resource and protection objectives. https://www.nps.gov/grca/learn/news/1jul10_news.htm Full Article
k Windy Weekend Leads to Moderate Growth on the Saffron Fire By www.nps.gov Published On :: Sun, 04 Jul 2010 20:00:00 EST Windy conditions on Saturday and Sunday led to moderate growth on the Saffron Fire which is being managed for multiple objectives on the North Rim of Grand Canyon National Park. https://www.nps.gov/grca/learn/news/5jul10_windy_weekend_news.htm Full Article
k Park rangers recover body of hiker from Lava Falls Route By www.nps.gov Published On :: Wed, 07 Jul 2010 20:00:00 EST Grand Canyon National Park rangers located the body of a female hiker today in an area below the North Rim of Grand Canyon near the Toroweap Valley. https://www.nps.gov/grca/learn/news/8jul10_news.htm Full Article