NEWS

The Grand Canyon Junior Ranger Program

August 19, 2010

Taking a trip to the Grand Canyon is a great way for families to bond and spend quality time together. There are many things at the Grand Canyon for kids of all ages to enjoy. There are hiking trails that’s perfect for children such as the three-mile hike along the Rim Trail that leads to [...]

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Grand Canyon Makes its Debut on a New Quarter

September 21, 2010

Collectors of the quarter series can rest easy when they hear that they are getting a new quarter stamped with the Grand Canyon on it.  This quarter is a part of the new National Parks and Sites series and the Mint America the Beautiful program.  The release of this quarter has been highly anticipated for [...]

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National Parks Free Admission Weekend

August 13, 2010

You and your family can enter any one of the National Parks this weekend for free! All National Parks offer free admission during the weekend of August 14th and 15th as a way to help more people take advantage of the wonderful scenery and other attractions these parks have to offer. If you’ve been waiting [...]

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Criss Angel plans to ‘jump’ the Grand Canyon | OnTheRedCarpet.com

August 8, 2010

Criss Angel of A&E’s Mindfreak is taking his illusions to new heights in the season six premiere. “I’m going to attempt to jump the Grand Canyon with an illusion twist and if I am not successful, I will literally plummet 4200 feet to the Grand Canyon’s floor,” he told OnTheRedCarpet.com. Angel also said he is [...]

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Obamas’ weekend getaway- Grand Canyon water rafting

July 19, 2010

This latest trip follows other recent vacations where the Obamas enjoyed Yellowstone National Park and the Grand Canyon . They actually went white water rafting while visiting the Grand Canyon. via OTL » Obamas’ weekend getaway.

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New facilities open at Grand Canyon West and the Skywalk

July 14, 2010

Grand Canyon West, home of the world-famous Skywalk glass bridge, opened its new Welcome Center and Air Terminal with a Ribbon Cutting Ceremony this past Saturday July 10, 2010. Doing the honors of cutting the ribbon was the Hualapai Tribe’s Eldest Woman, Christine Cooney, age 94. via New facilities open at Grand Canyon West and [...]

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Grand Canyon 4th of July Events

July 1, 2010
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You won’t see a fireworks display at the Grand Canyon due to safety reasons but there are still plenty of ways for you to enjoy the 4th of July. If you want to see fireworks the towns near the Grand Canyon will often have firework displays, depending on the weather conditions. Sometimes, it’s too dry [...]

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Grand Canyon Helicopter Tours

June 4, 2010
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Did you know that the Grand Canyon offers helicopter tours? What a great way to see the sites from an angle that not just anyone can enjoy. The view will surely be breathtaking! Taking a tour of the Grand Canyon from the air will certainly be an experience that you’ll always remember. It’s an adventure [...]

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Free Admission Days to the Grand Canyon

May 29, 2010

If you’re thinking of visiting the Grand Canyon, a great time is coming up in June. The Grand Canyon National Park will offer free admission on June 5th and June 6th. What better time to pack up the family and head on out to the Grand Canyon? If you remain in the park past June [...]

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See the Grand Canyon from a river tour | Travel | Dallas-Fort Worth Lifestyles News

May 27, 2010

The National Park Service offers a good overview of Grand Canyon river trips. Among the offerings: One day commercial trips: Half-day and full-day whitewater and smooth water trips on the Colorado River launch from Quartermaster or Diamond Creek (western end of Grand Canyon). via See the Grand Canyon from a river tour | Travel | [...]

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