Home of Grand Canyon National Park River Trip Podcasts and Information Bulletins http://www.nps.gov/grca/planyourvisit/whitewater-rafting.htm 2008 National Park Service en-us Tue, 28 Jan 2014 12:42:00 -0700 Michael_Quinn@nps.gov Tue, 28 Jan 2014 12:41:35 -0700 FeedForAll v2.0 (2.0.2.9) http://www.feedforall.com Provides Colorado River trip orientation podcasts and river related news updates from Grand Canyon National Park There is a certain group of visitors who seek a more intense journey into the core of the Grand Canyon, to be part of the dance of water on the Colorado River as it drops almost 2,000 feet on the way to Lake Mead. Running the river's length is surely one of the prime outdoor experiences available anywhere in the world. We hope that the information in these podcasts helps to answer some of the questions you may have about running the Colorado River through Grand Canyon National Park. Look for our Podcasts in the iTunes Music Store National Park Service Grand Canyon River Michael_Quinn@nps.gov no no http://www.nps.gov/grca/photosmultimedia/images/iT_grca_river_1400.jpg http://www.nps.gov/grca/planyourvisit/whitewater-rafting.htm 144 144 A 6 minute introduction to this podcast series that tells what one needs to know about non-commercial Colorado River trips through Grand Canyon National Park. Updated 2011. http://www.nps.gov/featurecontent/videos/grca-01-introduction_1280x720.mp4 3952DB4C-B66F-4395-89B0-AF9FE461AC40 Wed, 7 Nov 2012 18:37:36 -0700 1) Introduction to Colorado River Trips Through Grand Canyon National Park There’s a certain group of boaters that seek a more intense journey into the core of the Canyon; to be part of the dance of water on the Colorado River as it drops almost 2000 feet on its way to Lake Mead. Running its length through Grand Canyon National Park is surely one of the prime outdoor experiences available anywhere in the world.A 6 minute introduction to this podcast series that tells what one needs to know about non-commercial Colorado River trips through Grand Canyon National Park. Updated 2011. 5:42 National Park Service. whitewater, boating, rafting, river, running, adventure, geology, challenge no no The extremely cold Colorado River water is one of the prime reasons for Grand Canyon’s life jacket regulation. Simply, if you are on your boat and it is not tied to the shore you will wear a properly fitted life jacket 100% of the time. At 47 degrees even in flat water you have about 5 to 10 minutes of muscle activity to rescue yourself. In ten minutes your muscles stop working and your chances of rescue are very poor. Updated 2011. http://www.nps.gov/featurecontent/videos/grca-02-water-temp-flows_1280x720.mp4 57413109-8E49-4EE3-BBCA-2602EAFA2915 Wed, 7 Nov 2012 18:37:33 -0700 2) Water Temperature and Flow Variations2) Water Temperature and Flow Variations The extremely cold Colorado River water is one of the prime reasons for Grand Canyon’s life jacket regulation. Simply, if you are on your boat and it is not tied to the shore you will wear a properly fitted life jacket 100% of the time. At 47 degrees even in flat water you have about 5 to 10 minutes of muscle activity to rescue yourself. In ten minutes your muscles stop working and your chances of rescue are very poor. Updated 2011. 3:24 National Park Service. whitewater, boating, rafting, river, running, adventure, geology, challenge no no Because there are now so many of us, this video gives some low impact camping tips for Colorado River Trips within Grand Canyon National Park. (updated 2011) http://www.nps.gov/featurecontent/videos/grca-03-low-impact-camping_1280x720.mp4 AB8B139E-3D6E-42B1-8E98-D91D98EE262B Wed, 7 Nov 2012 18:37:29 -0700 3) Low Impact Camping Because there are now so many of us, this video gives some low impact camping tips for Colorado River Trips within Grand Canyon National Park. (updated 2011) 4:18 National Park Service. whitewater, boating, rafting, river, running, adventure, geology, challenge no no Personal Hygiene and River Illness How does one keep from getting sick when boating on the river for days at a time? Here are some simple tips that can help keep you healthy. Setting Up the Kitchen Learn some time-tested techniques for setting up a River Kitchen - the center of every successful trip. Food and Hydration Food is your body's primary source of fuel and salts (electrolytes) while experiencing the heat within the Grand Canyon. Eat a salty snack every time you take a drink. Updated 2011. http://www.nps.gov/featurecontent/videos/grca-04-personal-hygene_1280x720.mp4 40C4AFBB-82DF-48DA-9763-E5EEB5C7E990 Wed, 7 Nov 2012 18:37:26 -0700 4) Personal Hygiene, Kitchen, Food/ Hydration Personal Hygiene and River Illness How does one keep from getting sick when boating on the river for days at a time? Here are some simple tips that can help keep you healthy. Setting Up the Kitchen Learn some time-tested techniques for setting up a River Kitchen - the center of every successful trip. Food and Hydration Food is your body's primary source of fuel and salts (electrolytes) while experiencing the heat within the Grand Canyon. Eat a salty snack every time you take a drink. Updated 2011. 5:40 National Park Service. whitewater, boating, rafting, river, running, adventure, geology, challenge no no Learn the single greatest cause of accidents in the Grand Canyon Backcounty. What do you do if it is an emergency and you need help? Updated 2011. http://www.nps.gov/featurecontent/videos/grca-05-accidents_1280x720.mp4 0B77AA9D-6D00-412A-88C7-65563D9F32BB Wed, 7 Nov 2012 18:37:23 -0700 7) Accidents - What To Do ? Learn the single greatest cause of accidents in the Grand Canyon Backcounty. What do you do if it is an emergency and you need help? Updated 2011. 3:37 National Park Service. whitewater, boating, rafting, river, running, adventure, geology, challenge, camping, kitchen no no What do you do when you encounter rattlesnakes and scorpions on a river or backpack trip through Grand Canyon National Park? Also, how to deal with pesky critters in the backcountry and in camp. Updated 2011. http://www.nps.gov/featurecontent/videos/grca-06-wildlife_1280x720.mp4 BC807FAD-E711-4FB0-B581-F8046818CE06 Wed, 7 Nov 2012 18:37:20 -0700 8) Grand Canyon Wildlife What do you do when you encounter rattlesnakes and scorpions on a river or backpack trip through Grand Canyon National Park? Also, how to deal with pesky critters in the backcountry and in camp. Updated 2011. 2:11 National Park Service. whitewater, boating, rafting, river, running, adventure, geology, condor, snake, scorpion no no What sensitive locations along the Colorado River in Grand Canyon National Park are restricted to all visitors - be they boaters or hikers? Updated 2011. http://www.nps.gov/featurecontent/videos/grca-07-restricted-areas_1280x720.mp4 AEB4B07A-3AC0-44D8-B5DE-CC504A9881A7 Wed, 7 Nov 2012 18:37:17 -0700 7) Restricted Areas (Archeological, Ecological) What sensitive locations along the Colorado River in Grand Canyon National Park are restricted to all visitors - be they boaters or hikers? Updated 2011. 5:36 National Park Service. whitewater, boating, rafting, river, running, adventure, geology, rapids, prehistoric, archaeology no no What areas along the Colorado River through Grand Canyon National Park are reserved for day use only ? This clips shows the locations and describes their special features. Updated 2011. http://www.nps.gov/featurecontent/videos/grca-08-day-use-areas_1280x720.mp4 3F3D4A03-13CE-46B2-BB6D-D36E0C76A2AD Wed, 7 Nov 2012 18:37:14 -0700 10) Day Use Areas What areas along the Colorado River through Grand Canyon National Park are reserved for day use only ? This clips shows the locations and describes their special features. Updated 2011. 5:54 National Park Service. whitewater, boating, rafting, river, running, adventure, geology, rapids, cavern, LCR, Havasu no no This video summarizes the reasons why a trip down the Colorado River through Grand Canyon National Park is a unique experience and how preparation really pays off. Updated 2011. http://www.nps.gov/featurecontent/videos/grca-09-conclusion_1280x720.mp4 12AC50B1-985B-4DF5-A8F8-9D8D3C2D1657 Wed, 7 Nov 2012 18:37:10 -0700 11) Conclusion - Program Credits This video summarizes the reasons why a trip down the Colorado River through Grand Canyon National Park is a unique experience and how preparation really pays off. Updated 2011. 2:37 National Park Service. whitewater, boating, rafting, river, running, adventure, geology, rapids, Diamond Creek, take out no no Updated by NPS in 2011. Includes Pearce Ferry Rapid and take-out ramp. Updated information to help plan river trip through the "lower end" of the canyon between Diamond Creek and Lake Mead. Noncommercial trips that launch from Diamond Creek and takeout at Lake Mead typically are 2 to 5 days in length. Permits for these whitewater trips are available to the public starting one year in advance and are distributed on a first-come first-served basis. Learn more here: http://www.nps.gov/grca/planyourvisit/whitewater-rafting.htm http://www.nps.gov/featurecontent/videos/grca-diam-lame_1280x720.mp4 484CEC84-2FC1-4187-A6CB-8A31E9EB5FEF Wed, 7 Nov 2012 18:37:06 -0700 12) Diamond Creek to Lake Mead Updated by NPS in 2011. Includes Pearce Ferry Rapid and take-out ramp. Updated information to help plan river trip through the "lower end" of the canyon between Diamond Creek and Lake Mead. Noncommercial trips that launch from Diamond Creek and takeout at Lake Mead typically are 2 to 5 days in length. Permits for these whitewater trips are available to the public starting one year in advance and are distributed on a first-come first-served basis. Learn more here: http://www.nps.gov/grca/planyourvisit/whitewater-rafting.htm 4:01 National Park Service. whitewater, boating, rafting, river, running, adventure, geology, rapids, take out, Lake Mead no no Loretta Jackson-Kelly of the Hualapai Tribe, Roland Manakaja of the Havasupai Tribe and Leigh J. Kuwanwisiwma of the Hopi Tribe, talk about the significance of the Grand Canyon and ask boaters to treat what has been created with respect. http://www.nps.gov/featurecontent/videos/grca-native-pers-720_1280x720.mp4 FD5F1144-60A7-409E-900E-C66263247F31 Tue, 12 Feb 2008 11:24:04 -0700 14) Native American Perspectives Loretta Jackson-Kelly of the Hualapai Tribe, Roland Manakaja of the Havasupai Tribe and Leigh J. Kuwanwisiwma of the Hopi Tribe, talk about the significance of the Grand Canyon and ask boaters to treat what has been created with respect. 5:40 National Park Service. whitewater, boating, rafting, river, running, adventure, native, Hualapai, Hopi, Havasupai no no This audio podcast provides valuable information from Grand Canyon National Park for boaters running from Lee's Ferry to Diamond Creek. Topics include: water temperature, low impact camping, personal hygiene and river illness, setting up the kitchen, food and hydration, accidents, wildlife, location restrictions, and day use areas. http://www.nps.gov/grca/photosmultimedia/river_audiocasts.htm http://www.nps.gov/featurecontent/videos/grca-lees-daim.mp3 http://www.nps.gov/grca/photosmultimedia/upload/grca_lees-diamond.mp3 Sat, 5 Jan 2008 11:00:00 +0000 This is an audio podcast made from the soundtrack of Grand Canyon National Park's River Trip Orientation Video updated 2011 This audio podcast provides valuable information from Grand Canyon National Park for boaters running from Lee's Ferry to Diamond Creek. Topics include: water temperature, low impact camping, personal hygiene and river illness, setting up the kitchen, food and hydration, accidents, wildlife, location restrictions, and day use areas. http://www.nps.gov/grca/photosmultimedia/river_audiocasts.htm 38:48 National Park Service national, park, river, boating, whitewater, rafting, kayaking, dories, Arizona, no no Additional information from Grand Canyon National Park for boaters running the lower end of the Colorado River from Diamond Creek to Lake Mead. Includes Pearce Ferry boat ramp and Pearce Ferry Rapid. Updated 2011. http://www.nps.gov/featurecontent/videos/grca-diamond-lame.mp3 http://www.nps.gov/grca/photosmultimedia/upload/grca_diamond-lame.mp3 Sat, 5 Jan 2008 11:30:00 +0000 Diamond Creek to Lake Mead (audio) updated 2011 Additional information from Grand Canyon National Park for boaters running the lower end of the Colorado River from Diamond Creek to Lake Mead. Includes Pearce Ferry boat ramp and Pearce Ferry Rapid. Updated 2011. 3:35 National Park Service national, park, river, boating, whitewater, rafting, kayaking, dories, Arizona, no no Loretta Jackson-Kelly of the Hualapai Tribe, Roland Manakaja of the Havasupai Tribe and Leigh J. Kuwanwisiwma of the Hopi Tribe, talk about the significance of the Grand Canyon and ask boaters to treat what has been created with respect. http://www.nps.gov/grca/photosmultimedia/upload/grca_native_perspectives.mp3 92DB6F65-19CB-4989-B767-E063AE32EF1E Tue, 12 Feb 2008 12:00:18 -0700 Native American Perspectives Loretta Jackson-Kelly of the Hualapai Tribe, Roland Manakaja of the Havasupai Tribe and Leigh J. Kuwanwisiwma of the Hopi Tribe, talk about the significance of the Grand Canyon and ask boaters to treat what has been created with respect. 5:40 National Park Service. whitewater, boating, rafting, river, running, adventure, native, Hualapai, Hopi, Havasupai no no In early February, 2012, five volunteers from Grand Canyon’s private boating community worked side-by-side with Grand Canyon National Park staff to improve the private boater camp at Lees Ferry. Crews defined camping pads, constructed trail and built fencing to define the parking area. The goal of the work was reduce human impacts to the area’s riparian vegetation and to enlarge the camp to accommodate two groups at a time. The project also was an opportunity for members of the private boating community to get to know park staff in an informal environment. http://www.nps.gov/grca/naturescience/cynsk-v17.htm http://www.nps.gov/grca/naturescience/upload/cs17_201002.mp4 BA8983C7-FFDC-4CE3-A71A-A0D9935D3E3F Mon, 8 Mar 2010 10:35:37 -0700 Lees Ferry’s Private Boater’s Campsite Rehabilitated by Grand Canyon Private Boaters Association and NPS Staff. In early February, five volunteers from Grand Canyon’s private boating community worked side-by-side with Grand Canyon National Park staff to improve the private boater camp at Lees Ferry. Crews defined camping pads, constructed trail and built fencing to define the parking area. The goal of the work was reduce human impacts to the area’s riparian vegetation and to enlarge the camp to accommodate two groups at a time. The project also was an opportunity for members of the private boating community to get to know park staff in an informal environment. http://www.nps.gov/grca/naturescience/cynsk-v17.htm 3:54 Allyson Mathis rafting, boating, whitewater, camping, campsite, conservation, improvment, recreation no no In early February, 2010, five volunteers from Grand Canyon’s private boating community worked side-by-side with Grand Canyon National Park staff to improve the private boater camp at Lees Ferry. Crews defined camping pads, constructed trail and built fencing to define the parking area. The goal of the work was reduce human impacts to the area’s riparian vegetation and to enlarge the camp to accommodate two groups at a time. The project also was an opportunity for members of the private boating community to get to know park staff in an informal environment. http://www.nps.gov/grca/naturescience/cynsk-v17.htm http://www.nps.gov/grca/naturescience/upload/cs17_201002.mp3 134EAFE4-8BCE-4B18-A1CE-79E000E1E8FE Mon, 8 Mar 2010 11:02:11 -0700 Audio: Lees Ferry’s Private Boater’s Campsite Rehabilitated by Grand Canyon Private Boaters Association and NPS Staff. In early February, 2010, five volunteers from Grand Canyon’s private boating community worked side-by-side with Grand Canyon National Park staff to improve the private boater camp at Lees Ferry. Crews defined camping pads, constructed trail and built fencing to define the parking area. The goal of the work was reduce human impacts to the area’s riparian vegetation and to enlarge the camp to accommodate two groups at a time. The project also was an opportunity for members of the private boating community to get to know park staff in an informal environment. http://www.nps.gov/grca/naturescience/cynsk-v17.htm 3:54 Allyson Mathis rafting, boating, whitewater, camping, campsite, conservation, improvment, recreation no no