From the Backcountry Information Center

A Grand Canyon hike can be one of the most challenging and memorable experiences of a lifetime. But no hike in the canyon is easy: the terrain is steep, dry and rugged. This video is designed to help you plan for and enjoy your hike into the canyon's harsh, yet fragile, environment. 

Published by the Grand Canyon Association in cooperation with Grand Canyon National Park.

The Grand Canyon Hiking video is also available on YouTube (in 3 parts)

1) Planning for your Trip: essential things to know. 8m:15s
http://www.youtube.com/user/grandcanyonnps#p/u/0/oUOpJmm2nqI

2) Your Hike: experience the adventure. 9m:39s
http://www.youtube.com/user/grandcanyonnps#p/u/1/o7b8mPcTgq4

3) Critical Review: 2m:40s
http://www.youtube.com/user/grandcanyonnps#p/u/30/h1LrOLSoztI

Hiking Grand Canyon Windows Media Version To preview: Click on the player, then click on the play button. (22 minutes duration) Here is the link for direct downloading: http://mms.nps.gov/ram/imr/hike-all.wmv (25.6 MB WMV File)  Jump to an audiocast of this program. iPod/ Quicktime users: This podcast is available for free download from the iTunes Music Store: Hiking Grand Canyon Channel

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