w Two young men still missing in Colorado River By www.nps.gov Published On :: Sun, 03 May 2009 20:00:00 EST Two young men still missing in Colorado River https://www.nps.gov/grca/learn/news/two-still-missing.htm Full Article
w Woman injured in mule accident in Grand Canyon National Park By www.nps.gov Published On :: Mon, 04 May 2009 20:00:00 EST Woman injured in mule accident in Grand Canyon National Park https://www.nps.gov/grca/learn/news/mule-accident.htm Full Article
w Dedication of New Photovoltaic System Planned at Grand Canyon By www.nps.gov Published On :: Mon, 11 May 2009 20:00:00 EST The National Park Service and Arizona Public Service will be hosting a public event on Monday, May 18, at 11:00 a.m., to celebrate the installation of eighty-four photovoltaic solar panels at the Grand Canyon Visitor Center. https://www.nps.gov/grca/learn/news/news-2009-05-12-aps.htm Full Article
w Prescribed Fire Update Wednesday, May 13, 2009 By www.nps.gov Published On :: Tue, 12 May 2009 20:00:00 EST https://www.nps.gov/grca/learn/news/news-rx-update-2009-05-13.htm Full Article
w Two bodies recovered from Colorado River in Grand Canyon By www.nps.gov Published On :: Thu, 14 May 2009 20:00:00 EST Two bodies recovered from Colorado River in Grand Canyon https://www.nps.gov/grca/learn/news/two-bodies-recovered.htm Full Article
w Park Rangers Narrow Search Area in Grand Canyon National Park By www.nps.gov Published On :: Thu, 28 May 2009 20:00:00 EST Grand Canyon National Park search and rescue personnel are now focusing their search for Robert A. Williams on the Hermit Basin area west of Grand Canyon Village. https://www.nps.gov/grca/learn/news/news-2009-05-29-search.htm Full Article
w Grand Canyon National Park Superintendent Steve Martin Receives Resource Stewardship Award By www.nps.gov Published On :: Sun, 31 May 2009 20:00:00 EST https://www.nps.gov/grca/learn/news/news-2009-06-01-award.htm Full Article
w Grand Canyon National Park to Offer Fee-Free Weekends in June, July and August By www.nps.gov Published On :: Wed, 03 Jun 2009 20:00:00 EST On the weekends of June 20 â“ 21, July 18 â“ 19, and August 15 â“ 16, 2009, Grand Canyon National Park and the 146 other National Park Service (NPS) sites around the country that charge entrance fees will offer fee-free entry into the parks. https://www.nps.gov/grca/learn/news/news-2009-06-04-fee-free.htm Full Article
w Woman Rescued After Fall at Grand Canyon National Park By www.nps.gov Published On :: Wed, 03 Jun 2009 20:00:00 EST Late this afternoon, park rangers rescued a 38 year old woman who had fallen approximately 50 feet near a popular view point in Grand Canyon National Park. https://www.nps.gov/grca/learn/news/news-2009-06-04-rescue.htm Full Article
w Ruby Fire and Game Reserve Fire now Managed as the Ruby Complex By www.nps.gov Published On :: Sat, 13 Jun 2009 20:00:00 EST Forest and park managers have agreed it is beneficial to manage both fires under one organization. On Saturday, June 13, the Ruby and Game Reserve fires became the Ruby Complex. https://www.nps.gov/grca/learn/news/news-2009-06-15-fires.htm Full Article
w Grand Canyon National Park Employee Receives Award for Excellence in Workforce Development By www.nps.gov Published On :: Sun, 14 Jun 2009 20:00:00 EST https://www.nps.gov/grca/learn/news/grand-canyon-national-park-employee-receives-award-for-excellence-in-workforce-development.htm Full Article
w The Ruby Fire and Game Reserve Fire Now Managed as the Ruby Complex By www.nps.gov Published On :: Mon, 15 Jun 2009 20:00:00 EST The two fires forming the Ruby Complex have grown to 3,396 acres. https://www.nps.gov/grca/learn/news/the-ruby-fire-and-game-reserve-fire-now-managed-as-the-ruby-complex.htm Full Article
w Grand Canyon National Park to Waive Entrance Fees the Weekend of July 18-19. By www.nps.gov Published On :: Wed, 08 Jul 2009 20:00:00 EST https://www.nps.gov/grca/learn/news/grand-canyon-national-park-to-waive-entrance-fees-the-weekend-of.htm Full Article
w Man Who Drove Car Over Edge at Grand Canyon Identified By www.nps.gov Published On :: Thu, 16 Jul 2009 20:00:00 EST The body of a man who drove his car over the edge of the Grand Canyon earlier this week has been identified as that of Gheorghe Chiriac of Apple Valley, California. https://www.nps.gov/grca/learn/news/news-2009-07-17_ident.htm Full Article
w Four Grand Canyon National Park Lookout Towers have been listed on the National Historic Lookout Register By www.nps.gov Published On :: Tue, 21 Jul 2009 20:00:00 EST Four historic fire lookout towers in Grand Canyon National Park, two on the North Rim and two on the South Rim, have been listed on the National Historic Lookout Register. https://www.nps.gov/grca/learn/news/four-grand-canyon-national-park-lookout-towers-have-been-listed-on-the-national-historic-lookout-register.htm Full Article
w Environmental Assessment for improvements at Supai Camp within Grand Canyon National Park available for public review and comment By www.nps.gov Published On :: Mon, 03 Aug 2009 20:00:00 EST Grand Canyon National Park Superintendent Steve Martin has announced that an Environmental Assessment (EA) for Supai Camp Improvements is now available for public review and comment. https://www.nps.gov/grca/learn/news/environmental-assessment-for-improvements-at-supai-camp-within-grand-canyon-national-park-available-for-public-review-and-comment.htm Full Article
w Grand Canyon National Park to Waive Entrance Fees the Weekend of August 15, 16. By www.nps.gov Published On :: Sun, 09 Aug 2009 20:00:00 EST On Saturday and Sunday, August 15 and 16, Grand Canyon National Park will join national park units across the country in waiving entrance fees for all park visitors. https://www.nps.gov/grca/learn/news/news_2009-08-10_fee_free.htm Full Article
w Transition to New Road Alignment to Begin September 8 as Improvements at the Grand Canyon Visitor Center and Mather Point Continue By www.nps.gov Published On :: Tue, 01 Sep 2009 20:00:00 EST As the first phase of improvements called for in Grand Canyon National Park's South Rim Visitor Transportation Plan nears completion, the transition to the new South Entrance Road alignment will begin on Tuesday, September 8. https://www.nps.gov/grca/learn/news/news_2009-09-02_phasei.htm Full Article
w 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
w 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
w 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
w 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
w 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
w 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
w 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
w Body of man found below the North Rim of Grand Canyon identified By www.nps.gov Published On :: Wed, 23 Sep 2009 20:00:00 EST The body of a man found deceased in an area below the North Rim of Grand Canyon National Park near the Toroweap Valley, has been identified as that of 39 year-old Thomas Peake of Atlanta, Georgia.  https://www.nps.gov/grca/learn/news/body-of-man-found-below-the-north-rim-of-grand-canyon-identified.htm Full Article
w North Rim of Grand Canyon to Remain Open after October 15 with Limited Services By www.nps.gov Published On :: Tue, 29 Sep 2009 20:00:00 EST Grand Canyon National Park staff will soon begin the regular seasonal closure of many visitor services and facilities on the North Rim. However, the rim will remain open with limited services through November 29 or until snow closes Highway 67. https://www.nps.gov/grca/learn/news/news_2009-09-30_nr_soft_closure.htm Full Article
w Grand Canyon to Waive Fees for Veterans on Veterans Day 2009 By www.nps.gov Published On :: Sun, 01 Nov 2009 19:00:00 EST On Veteranâs Day, Wednesday, November 11, 2009, all military veterans and current members of the U.S. Armed Forces and their families will be admitted to Grand Canyon National Park free of charge. https://www.nps.gov/grca/learn/news/news_2009-11-02_v-day.htm Full Article
w 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
w 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
w 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
w 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
w Body of man recovered from below the South Rim of Grand Canyon identified By www.nps.gov Published On :: Sun, 29 Nov 2009 19:00:00 EST The body of a man that was recovered from below the South Rim of Grand Canyon on Saturday afternoon has been identified as that of 62 year-old, B. Holt Vaughn from Broomfield, Colorado. https://www.nps.gov/grca/learn/news/body-of-man-recovered-from-below-the-south-rim-of-grand-canyon-identified.htm Full Article
w 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
w 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
w Rangers Respond to Request for Assistance for Grand Canyon Railway By www.nps.gov Published On :: Sun, 13 Dec 2009 19:00:00 EST Â https://www.nps.gov/grca/learn/news/2009-12-14_train.htm Full Article
w Youth Photography from Grand Canyon in Focus Program on Display at Historic Williams Depot By www.nps.gov Published On :: Thu, 17 Dec 2009 19:00:00 EST A new exhibit is on display at Williamsâ historic train depot; and the eye-catching photographs were all taken by Arizona youth. https://www.nps.gov/grca/learn/news/2009-12-18_photos.htm Full Article
w 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
w 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
w 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
w Grand Canyon Awards Contract for Phase II of Improvements Called for in Transportation Plan By www.nps.gov Published On :: Sun, 07 Feb 2010 19:00:00 EST The National Park Service (NPS) recently awarded the contract for construction of Phase II of the improvements called for in Grand Canyon National Parkâs South Rim Visitor Transportation Plan to Fann Contracting, Inc. of Prescott, Arizona. https://www.nps.gov/grca/learn/news/news_2010-02-08_phase_ii.htm Full Article
w 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
w INTERMOUNTAIN REGION NEWS RELEASE: Abandoned Mine Lands Closure Plan and Environmental Assessment Available for Public Review and Comment By www.nps.gov Published On :: Thu, 11 Feb 2010 19:00:00 EST The National Park Service has released an Abandoned Mine Lands (AML) Closure Plan and Environmental Assessment for projects to correct health and safety hazards associated with abandoned mines in four national park system sites in Arizona. https://www.nps.gov/grca/learn/news/2010-02-12_mines_ea.htm Full Article
w Volunteers from Grand Canyon Private Boaters Association Team Up with NPS Staff for Rehabilitation Project By www.nps.gov Published On :: Sun, 28 Feb 2010 19:00:00 EST https://www.nps.gov/grca/learn/news/2010-03-01_rehab.htm Full Article
w 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
w 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
w 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
w 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
w 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
w Grand Canyon to Celebrate Wildlife Day on Saturday, May 1 By www.nps.gov Published On :: Wed, 14 Apr 2010 20:00:00 EST On Saturday, May 1, 2010, Grand Canyon National Park will host its third Celebrate Wildlife Day. https://www.nps.gov/grca/learn/news/2010-04-14_cwd.htm Full Article