w Kanabownits Fire to be Managed for Multiple Objectives on the North Rim of the Grand Canyon By www.nps.gov Published On :: Tue, 22 Jul 2014 10:45:00 EST National Park Service fire managers on the North Rim of the Grand Canyon have decided to manage the Kanabowntis Fire for multiple objectives. https://www.nps.gov/grca/learn/news/kanabowntis-july-22.htm Full Article
w Kanabownits Fire Continues to burn on the North Rim of the Grand Canyon By www.nps.gov Published On :: Fri, 25 Jul 2014 05:30:00 EST National Park Service fire managers on the North Rim of the Grand Canyon are managing the Kanabownits Fire for multiple objectives. Lightning ignited the fire Tuesday, July 8, about one mile northeast of the historic Kanabownits Cabin on the Walla Valley Peninsula. https://www.nps.gov/grca/learn/news/kanabowntis-july-25.htm Full Article
w 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
w National Park Service Awards Concessions Contract to DNC Parks and Resorts at Grand Canyon, Inc. By www.nps.gov Published On :: Wed, 06 Aug 2014 11:56:00 EST The National Park Service has selected DNC Parks & Resorts at Grand Canyon, Inc., a subsidiary of Delaware North Companies, Inc., to provide a variety of visitor services at Grand Canyon National Park for the next 15 years. This is one of two concessions contracts that are expected to be awarded this year. https://www.nps.gov/grca/learn/news/nps-awards-concession-contract-to-dncpr.htm Full Article
w 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
w 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
w Male Hiker Dies While Hiking on North Kaibab Trail By www.nps.gov Published On :: Mon, 22 Sep 2014 06:46:00 EST On Friday, September 19, at approximately 4 p.m. the Grand Canyon Regional Communications Center received a 911 call from a visitor reporting that a male hiker had fallen and was having trouble breathing. https://www.nps.gov/grca/learn/news/male-hiker-dies-while-hiking-on-north-kaibab-trail.htm Full Article
w 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
w 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
w 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
w Water Shortage at Phantom Ranch Caused by pipeline Break By www.nps.gov Published On :: Thu, 11 Dec 2014 06:36:00 EST Visitors hiking to Phantom Ranch must be self-sufficient and be prepared to carry or treat all drinking water. A break in the Trans-Canyon Water Pipeline and inclement weather delaying equipment from reaching repair crews, has resulted in a water shortage at Phantom Ranch at the bottom of Grand Canyon. https://www.nps.gov/grca/learn/news/20141211_pipeline-break-phantom.htm Full Article
w 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
w 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
w 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
w Desert View Watchtower Hosts Second Annual Cultural Demonstration Series By www.nps.gov Published On :: Fri, 03 Apr 2015 12:29:00 EST Local artisans will share their culture and crafts with Grand Canyon National Park visitors at the Desert View Watchtower. https://www.nps.gov/grca/learn/news/dv-cultural-demonstrations.htm Full Article
w 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
w 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
w Rangers Successfully Intervene with Possible Suicide By www.nps.gov Published On :: Tue, 12 May 2015 08:33:00 EST On Monday, May 11th the Grand Canyon Regional Communications Center was contacted by the Tallmadge, OH Police Department reporting a missing man who was believed to be suicidal and currently at Grand Canyon. https://www.nps.gov/grca/learn/news/intervene.htm Full Article
w 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
w 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
w 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
w 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
w 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
w 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
w 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
w 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
w Hiker Who Died on Bright Angel Trail Identified By www.nps.gov Published On :: Thu, 25 Jun 2015 04:47:00 EST A man who died while hiking the Bright Angel Trail has been identified. https://www.nps.gov/grca/learn/news/bright-angel-trail-fatality-identified.htm Full Article
w 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
w 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
w 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
w Grand Canyon to Host Cowboy Entertainer Dave Stamey and the Alternative Break Citizenship School By www.nps.gov Published On :: Tue, 21 Jul 2015 10:08:00 EST Join award-winning western singer Dave Stamey and the Alternative Break Citizenship School for a free concert. https://www.nps.gov/grca/learn/news/dave-stamey-concert.htm Full Article
w ArtPlace America Awards $500,000 Grant for Tribal Heritage Project at Grand Canyon National Parkâs Desert View By www.nps.gov Published On :: Wed, 22 Jul 2015 11:37:00 EST Grant to help transform Desert View into a cultural heritage site. https://www.nps.gov/grca/learn/news/desert-view-tribal-heritage-grant.htm Full Article
w Grand Canyon National Parkâs Lead Helitack and Paramedic, Eric Graff, Wins National Award By www.nps.gov Published On :: Mon, 27 Jul 2015 12:40:00 EST Eric Graff received the National Park Service's inaugural Tom Clausing Aviation All Risk Programs Award. https://www.nps.gov/grca/learn/news/eric-graff-wins-national-award.htm Full Article
w Twenty-second Annual Native American Heritage Days Begins August 6, 2015 on the North Rim of Grand Canyon By www.nps.gov Published On :: Thu, 30 Jul 2015 07:14:00 EST The National Park Service invites the public to the 22nd annual Native American Heritage Days on the North Rim of Grand Canyon National Park, August 6 and 7, 2015. https://www.nps.gov/grca/learn/news/north-rim-native-american-heritage-days.htm Full Article
w 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
w Desert View Watchtower Set to Host the Last Cultural Demonstration of 2015 By www.nps.gov Published On :: Fri, 28 Aug 2015 12:05:00 EST The Desert View Watchtower at Grand Canyon National Park will host the final artist in the annual Cultural Demonstrator Series. https://www.nps.gov/grca/learn/news/last-2015-desert-view-demonstration.htm Full Article
w Grand Canyon National Park Welcomes Fourth Grade Students through Every Kid in a Park Initiative By www.nps.gov Published On :: Thu, 03 Sep 2015 07:31:00 EST Grand Canyon National Park invites all fourth graders and their families to visit the park for free. https://www.nps.gov/grca/learn/news/every-kid-in-a-park.htm Full Article
w 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
w Recent Storms Cause Significant Damage to Tuweep Area Roads By www.nps.gov Published On :: Tue, 08 Sep 2015 12:36:00 EST Heavy rains caused major road damage in the Tuweep area of Grand Canyon National Park. https://www.nps.gov/grca/learn/news/storms-damage-tuweep-roads.htm Full Article
w Award of Hospitality Contract on South Rim of Grand Canyon National Park By www.nps.gov Published On :: Thu, 10 Sep 2015 06:04:00 EST Grand Canyon National Park Superintendent Dave Uberuaga has announced the award of a concession contract to Xanterra South Rim, L.L.C. Xanterra will provide lodging, food services, retail, transportation, mule rides, and other services on the South Rim. https://www.nps.gov/grca/learn/news/award-of-hospitality-contract-on-south-rim-of-grand-canyon-national-park.htm Full Article
w Celebrate National Public Lands Day with Free Entry to Grand Canyon National Park Saturday, September 26 By www.nps.gov Published On :: Tue, 22 Sep 2015 11:08:00 EST Celebrate National Public Lands Day on Saturday, September 26, with free entrance to Grand Canyon and all national park units across the country. https://www.nps.gov/grca/learn/news/fee-free-public-lands-day.htm Full Article
w Cultural Demonstrator Series to Continue at Desert View Watchtower in Grand Canyon National Park By www.nps.gov Published On :: Wed, 23 Sep 2015 04:50:00 EST Weekends through autumn, join jewelers, silversmiths, weavers, potters and more during Desert View Watchtower's Cultural Demonstrator Series. https://www.nps.gov/grca/learn/news/watchtower-cultural-demonstrators.htm Full Article
w 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
w Celebrate Earth Science Week at Grand Canyon, October 11-17 By www.nps.gov Published On :: Wed, 07 Oct 2015 07:42:00 EST Grand Canyon National Park invites the public to celebrate Earth Science Week (ESW) and National Fossil Day festivities during the week of October 11-17, 2015. https://www.nps.gov/grca/learn/news/earth-science-week.htm Full Article
w Grand Canyon National Park Prepares for Multi-Day Shutdown of the Transcanyon Pipeline By www.nps.gov Published On :: Thu, 15 Oct 2015 11:50:00 EST Grand Canyon National Park is in the process of replacing a portion of the Transcanyon Pipeline (TCP) at Phantom Ranch. As part of the construction process, the TCP will be turned off to allow crews to connect the new portions of the pipeline to the existing pipeline. https://www.nps.gov/grca/learn/news/temporary-pipeline-shutdown.htm Full Article
w Grand Canyon National Park to Waive Entrance Fees for Veterans Day 2015 By www.nps.gov Published On :: Mon, 02 Nov 2015 04:42:00 EST Grand Canyon National Park will offer free entrance to everyone on Veterans Day, November 11. https://www.nps.gov/grca/learn/news/fee-free-veterans-day.htm Full Article
w Toilet Replacement at Cottonwood Campground to Start November 3, 2015 By www.nps.gov Published On :: Mon, 02 Nov 2015 04:51:00 EST Grand Canyon Trail Crew will replace toilets at Cottonwood Campground. https://www.nps.gov/grca/learn/news/cottonwood-toilet-replacement.htm Full Article
w Grand Canyon National Park Invites Public to Celebrate Upcoming NPS Centennial with REI Village By www.nps.gov Published On :: Thu, 05 Nov 2015 05:05:00 EST Grand Canyon National Park invites the public to start the celebration for the upcoming National Park Service Centennial on Saturday, November 7 and visit the REI Village. https://www.nps.gov/grca/learn/news/rei-village-at-grand-canyon.htm Full Article
w Grand Canyon National Parkâs North Rim Closed for the Winter Season By www.nps.gov Published On :: Tue, 01 Dec 2015 03:07:00 EST The Arizona Department of Transportation has closed State Route 67 between Jacob Lake and the North Rim of Grand Canyon National Park. The North Rim is now closed to vehicle traffic for the winter. https://www.nps.gov/grca/learn/news/north-rim-winter-closure.htm Full Article
w Upcoming Winter Weather Message from Grand Canyon National Park By www.nps.gov Published On :: Tue, 05 Jan 2016 05:47:00 EST This week, the National Weather Service is predicting several large winter storms across Northern Arizona, including Grand Canyon National Park. https://www.nps.gov/grca/learn/news/20160105-winter-weather.htm Full Article