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The Condor Recovery Program has several locations, one at the Vermillion Cliff’s in the Grand Canyon. This program was created to provide techniques for the successful restoration of the condor population from 22 individuals in the early 80s to just … Continue reading →

Though most have heard about the North Rim at the Grand Canyon, few have actually ever seen its beauty. And that’s a shame because it is a completely different world up there on the north side. From the scenery to … Continue reading →

Hidden within the Grand Canyon are an estimated 1,000 caves. Of those, 335 have been recorded. Very few have been mapped or inventoried. Most have developed in the limestone of the Redwall and Muav formations, although some are known to … Continue reading →

Arizona’s Historical Route 66 has been around for 80+ years and is still going strong! Route 66 has always been more than just a road; it is a place for community, family and fun. In fact, they have a “passport” … Continue reading →

Ever want to just get away and see something new? Drive through the Arizona Strip on U.S. 89 and you will see there are some amazing views just off the beaten path: • Navajo Bridge – Constructed in 1993 to … Continue reading →

On February 26, 2013, the Grand Canyon National Park will be 94 years old! The Grand Canyon was first set aside as a national forest reserve in the 1890’s by President Benjamin Harrison. President Theodore Roosevelt also believed it to … Continue reading →

There are a lot of Grand Canyon sites named after people. One for example is Moran Point and it is found along the Desert View Drive. Thomas Moran was a painter who became famous for his works including the Grand … Continue reading →

The third commemorative quarter-dollar coin released in 2008 honors Arizona, and is the 48th coin in the United States Mint’s 50 State Quarters® Program. Arizona was admitted into the Union on February 14, 1912, becoming our Nation’s 48th state, and … Continue reading →

On November 18, 2012 the Department of the Interior will begin increasing the release from Glen Canyon Dam for a high-flow experimental release (HFE) of approximately 42,000 cubic feet per second (cfs) for 24 hours. The goal of the high-flow … Continue reading →

With the holidays approaching, why not consider the gift of adventure this year? Adventure travel continues to grow in popularity as we all realize the importance of the world’s great places to our lives. The Grand Canyon too continues to … Continue reading →