The alarm goes off at 5 am. There’s no snoozing allowed this morning. We’ve made the decision to hike out today in hopes of avoiding a possible blizzard that is threatening the Canyon. (more…)
Tag: Indian Garden Campground
Grand Canyon, Day 2: Down by the River
We don’t set an alarm, and I’m surprised that it is already 6:30 when I check my phone. Time to move! (more…)
Grand Canyon, Day 1: Down Is Optional, Up Is Mandatory
Have you seen the weather forecast? asks the ranger as he checks our permit in the Backcountry Office. It’s not looking too good, he says with a skeptical tone that gives us a pause. It’s not exactly the way we were hoping this adventure would begin. (more…)
