Grand Canyon Hiking 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 channel is designed to help you plan for and enjoy your hike into the canyon's harsh, yet fragile, environment. The Grand Canyon overwhelms our senses through its immense size. Unique combinations of geologic color and erosional forms decorate a canyon that is 277 river miles (446km) long, up to 18 miles (29km) wide, and a mile (1.6km) deep. http://www.nps.gov/grca/planyourvisit/backcountry.htm 2008 National Park Service en-us Sat, 25 Jan 2014 08:53:34 -0700 Michael_Quinn@nps.gov Sat, 25 Jan 2014 08:52:55 -0700 FeedForAll v2.0 (2.0.2.9) http://www.feedforall.com Grand Canyon National Park Hiking and Backcountry Podcasts Grand Canyon Hiking 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 channel is designed to help you plan for and enjoy your hike into the canyon's harsh, yet fragile, environment. Look for our Podcast in the iTunes Music Store National Park Service Hiking Grand Canyon Michael_Quinn@nps.gov Grand, Canyon, hiking, backpacking, camping, permit, desert no no http://www.nps.gov/grca/photosmultimedia/images/iT_hike-grca_1400.jpg http://www.nps.gov/grca/planyourvisit/backcountry.htm 144 144 Summer thunderstorms (July through September) provide beauty, excitement, and much needed water to Grand Canyon, but they also bring risk. Dangerous, potentially deadly, lightning accompanies thunderstorms. Practicing basic safety precautions can help you reduce risk. http://www.nps.gov/av/imr/avElement/grca-lightning-safety.mp3 2ECA860C-40F7-4BC1-B64C-566A1A66CA82 Tue, 30 Jul 2013 17:39:24 -0700 Lightning Safety at Grand Canyon Summer thunderstorms (July through September) provide beauty, excitement, and much needed water to Grand Canyon, but they also bring risk. Dangerous, potentially deadly, lightning accompanies thunderstorms. Practicing basic safety precautions can help you reduce risk. 5:29 Andrea Tavegia lightning, safety, danger, strike, thunderstorm, grand canyon, deadly, precautions no no Some tips for hiking in the extreme heat of the inner Grand Canyon; tips that can mean the difference between an enjoyable hike and a potentially fatal one. http://www.nps.gov/media/imr/avElement/grca-Hiking-in-the-Heat.mp3 8EA27B0A-3312-4819-A2F0-E592CE488C03 Tue, 23 Jul 2013 13:08:42 -0700 Hiking in the Heat (TWEET to Beat the Heat!) Some tips for hiking in the extreme heat of the inner Grand Canyon; tips that can mean the difference between an enjoyable hike and a potentially fatal one. 10:23 Andrea Tavegia hiking, heat, grand canyon, tips, backcountry, extreme, no no Learn about Grand Canyon National Park's the Backcountry Information Center and how to obtain trip planning information and how to apply for a permit. http://www.nps.gov/media/imr/avElement/grca-Intro2grcaBIC20130610.mp3 FA84F5D5-01EA-4DAA-B372-DE34344EF183 Wed, 10 Jul 2013 18:08:39 -0700 UpdateJune 2013 Update: Backcountry Information Center Learn about Grand Canyon National Park's the Backcountry Information Center and how to obtain trip planning information and how to apply for a permit. 7:10 Andrea Tavegia backcountry, permit, Grand Canyon, National Park, Information, no no This is an audio podcast made from the soundtrack of Hiking Information Video. Hiking in the Grand Canyon is so demanding that even people in excellent condition often emerge sore and fatigued. Yet small children, senior citizens, and people with physical disabilities have successfully hiked the canyon. A hike into the Grand Canyon will test your physical and mental endurance. Know and respect your limitations. Moderation is the key to an enjoyable hike. If you wish to camp anywhere in the park, other than in developed campgrounds on the North Rim, South Rim, or Tuweep, you must obtain a permit from the Backcountry Information Center. Backcountry travelers must have their permit in their possession while in the backcountry. Once a camp is established, the permit must be attached to a pack, tent, or other equipment in plain view so it can be easily checked by rangers. Permits are valid only for the trip leader, itinerary, number of people, and dates specified on the permit. Permits for all overnight backcountry use must be obtained through the Backcountry Information Center at Grand Canyon National Park. For more information, please visit: http://www.nps.gov/grca/planyourvisit/backcountry-permit.htm http://www.nps.gov/grca/photosmultimedia/upload/hiking_grand_canyon.mp3 D8F63496-DBF7-4639-A935-1A6FEA85FBE2 Thu, 2 Jun 2011 18:25:21 -0700 Hiking Grand Canyon - Audiocast This is an audio podcast made from the soundtrack of Hiking Info Video. Hiking in the Grand Canyon is so demanding that even people in excellent condition often emerge sore and fatigued. Yet small children, senior citizens, and people with physical disabilities have successfully hiked the canyon. A hike into the Grand Canyon will test your physical and mental endurance. Know and respect your limitations. Moderation is the key to an enjoyable hike. If you wish to camp anywhere in the park, other than in developed campgrounds on the North Rim, South Rim, or Tuweep, you must obtain a permit from the Backcountry Information Center. Backcountry travelers must have their permit in their possession while in the backcountry. Once a camp is established, the permit must be attached to a pack, tent, or other equipment in plain view so it can be easily checked by rangers. Permits are valid only for the trip leader, itinerary, number of people, and dates specified on the permit. Permits for all overnight backcountry use must be obtained through the Backcountry Information Center at Grand Canyon National Park. For more information, please visit: http://www.nps.gov/grca/planyourvisit/backcountry-permit.htm 20:42 National Park Service Grand, Canyon, national, park, travel, Arizona, Flagstaff, hiking, backpacking, river, no no Part 1 of the video tells you how to prepare for your hike or backpacking trip. Hiking in the Grand Canyon is so demanding that even people in excellent condition often emerge sore and fatigued. Yet small children, senior citizens, and people with physical disabilities have successfully hiked the canyon. A hike into the Grand Canyon will test your physical and mental endurance. Know and respect your limitations. Moderation is the key to an enjoyable hike. If you wish to camp anywhere in the park, other than in developed campgrounds on the North Rim, South Rim, or Tuweep, you must obtain a permit from the Backcountry Information Center. Backcountry travelers must have their permit in their possession while in the backcountry. Once a camp is established, the permit must be attached to a pack, tent, or other equipment in plain view so it can be easily checked by rangers. Permits are valid only for the trip leader, itinerary, number of people, and dates specified on the permit. Permits for all overnight backcountry use must be obtained through the Backcountry Information Center at Grand Canyon National Park. For more information, please visit: http://www.nps.gov/grca/planyourvisit/backcountry-permit.htm http://www.nps.gov/featurecontent/videos/grca-GRCA_hike01_480x270.mp4 F3216022-113E-4F79-AB65-49C8ED2FCE68 Thu, 2 Jun 2011 18:25:18 -0700 1) Preparation - Hiking Grand Canyon Video Part 1 of the video tells you how to prepare for your hike or backpacking trip. Hiking in the Grand Canyon is so demanding that even people in excellent condition often emerge sore and fatigued. Yet small children, senior citizens, and people with physical disabilities have successfully hiked the canyon. A hike into the Grand Canyon will test your physical and mental endurance. Know and respect your limitations. Moderation is the key to an enjoyable hike. If you wish to camp anywhere in the park, other than in developed campgrounds on the North Rim, South Rim, or Tuweep, you must obtain a permit from the Backcountry Information Center. Backcountry travelers must have their permit in their possession while in the backcountry. Once a camp is established, the permit must be attached to a pack, tent, or other equipment in plain view so it can be easily checked by rangers. Permits are valid only for the trip leader, itinerary, number of people, and dates specified on the permit. Permits for all overnight backcountry use must be obtained through the Backcountry Information Center at Grand Canyon National Park. For more information, please visit: http://www.nps.gov/grca/planyourvisit/backcountry-permit.htm 8:16 National Park Service national park, travel, Arizona, Flagstaff, hiking, backpacking, camping, river, no no Part 2 of the video tells shows an backpacking trip in progress and what to do when faced with a variety of situations during your hike or backpacking trip. 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. If you wish to camp anywhere in the park, other than in developed campgrounds on the North Rim, South Rim, or Tuweep, you must obtain a permit from the Backcountry Information Center. Backcountry travelers must have their permit in their possession while in the backcountry. Once a camp is established, the permit must be attached to a pack, tent, or other equipment in plain view so it can be easily checked by rangers. Permits are valid only for the trip leader, itinerary, number of people, and dates specified on the permit. Permits for all overnight backcountry use must be obtained through the Backcountry Information Center at Grand Canyon National Park. For more information, please visit: http://www.nps.gov/grca/planyourvisit/backcountry-permit.htm http://www.nps.gov/featurecontent/videos/grca-GRCA_hike02_480x270.mp4 2B3B0F1C-7B3E-4CD3-85E0-E8D2C743E400 Thu, 2 Jun 2011 18:25:15 -0700 2) Your Hike - Hiking Grand Canyon Part 2 of the video tells shows an backpacking trip in progress and what to do when faced with a variety of situations and encounters during your hike or backpacking trip. 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. Permits are valid only for the trip leader, itinerary, number of people, and dates specified on the permit. Permits for all overnight backcountry use must be obtained through the Backcountry Information Center at Grand Canyon National Park. For more information, please visit: http://www.nps.gov/grca/planyourvisit/backcountry-permit.htm 9:41 National Park Service national park, travel, Arizona, Flagstaff, hiking, backpacking, camping, river, no no Part 3 of the video provides a brief review of the Grand Canyon Hiking Information from parts 1 and 2 of this video program. If you wish to camp anywhere in the park, other than in developed campgrounds on the North Rim, South Rim, or Tuweep, you must obtain a permit from the Backcountry Information Center. Backcountry travelers must have their permit in their possession while in the backcountry. Once a camp is established, the permit must be attached to a pack, tent, or other equipment in plain view so it can be easily checked by rangers. Permits are valid only for the trip leader, itinerary, number of people, and dates specified on the permit. Permits for all overnight backcountry use must be obtained through the Backcountry Information Center at Grand Canyon National Park. For more information, please visit: http://www.nps.gov/grca/planyourvisit/backcountry-permit.htm http://www.nps.gov/featurecontent/videos/grca-GRCA_hike03_480x270.mp4 245AB8A6-B306-4610-87BC-6BC468A417EC Thu, 2 Jun 2011 18:25:12 -0700 3) Review - Hiking Grand Canyon Part 3 of the video provides a brief review of the Grand Canyon Hiking Information from parts 1 and 2 of this video program. If you wish to camp anywhere in the park, other than in developed campgrounds on the North Rim, South Rim, or Tuweep, you must obtain a permit from the Backcountry Information Center. Backcountry travelers must have their permit in their possession while in the backcountry. Once a camp is established, the permit must be attached to a pack, tent, or other equipment in plain view so it can be easily checked by rangers. Permits are valid only for the trip leader, itinerary, number of people, and dates specified on the permit. Permits for all overnight backcountry use must be obtained through the Backcountry Information Center at Grand Canyon National Park. For more information, please visit: http://www.nps.gov/grca/planyourvisit/backcountry-permit.htm 2:40 National Park Service national park, travel, Arizona, Flagstaff, hiking, backpacking, camping, river, no no As a PSAR Ranger, my job is to help visitors avoid needing to be rescued by providing education about the hazards of hiking in the Grand Canyon, and the time and equipment necessary to complete a planned hike. http://www.nps.gov/grca/photosmultimedia/upload/p01PSARinto.mp3 0DB91932-43A4-41C0-AFA3-0C935B0A221F Thu, 2 Jun 2011 18:25:09 -0700 PSAR01 - What is Preventive Search and Rescue? As a PSAR Ranger, my job is to help visitors avoid needing to be rescued by providing education about the hazards of hiking in the Grand Canyon, and the time and equipment necessary to complete a planned hike. 2:34 Ranger Sarah Shier summer, heat, heat-related,trails, preparation, hiking, camping, backpacking, desert no no Before we can head down the trail we need to pack the equipment and supplies we will need for the hike. Whenever I hike the trails, even if I’m only intending to go a short distance, I always bring the ten essentials. Someone much smarter than me once said "The only constant in life is change." And at the Grand Canyon plans can change quickly due to the weather, illness, injury or fatigue. If you plan for a hike to take longer than you expect, you will be better prepared if things don’t go according to plan. http://www.nps.gov/grca/photosmultimedia/upload/p02_10Essentials.mp3 9D52FD15-016E-445C-8F05-A3D63663BBFA Thu, 2 Jun 2011 18:25:07 -0700 PSAR02 - 10 Essentials for Grand Canyon Hiking Before we can head down the trail we need to pack the equipment and supplies we will need for the hike. Whenever I hike the trails, even if I’m only intending to go a short distance, I always bring the ten essentials. Someone much smarter than me once said "The only constant in life is change." And at the Grand Canyon plans can change quickly due to the weather, illness, injury or fatigue. If you plan for a hike to take longer than you expect, you will be better prepared if things don’t go according to plan. 7:09 Ranger Sarah Shier summer, heat, heat-related,trails, preparation, hiking, camping, backpacking, desert no yes Before we start down the trail though, there are a few more things to consider. First and foremost, are you in good physical condition? If you have any medical problems talk to your doctor before visiting the Grand Canyon to make sure you are healthy enough to hike steep and difficult trails. You can see beautiful views of the Canyon from the Rim Trail, or you may want to limit your hike to 15-30 minutes down trail. Remember it takes most hikers one and a half to two times the amount of time it took to hike down to hike back up. So a 30 minute hike down the trail may take 1 hour to come back up. http://www.nps.gov/grca/photosmultimedia/upload/p03Heading-down-trail.mp3 56728EE3-87E3-4D1E-8FA6-12B647B48A28 Thu, 2 Jun 2011 18:25:05 -0700 PSAR03 - Heading down the trail: It’s all about planning Before we start down the trail though, there are a few more things to consider. First and foremost, are you in good physical condition? If you have any medical problems talk to your doctor before visiting the Grand Canyon to make sure you are healthy enough to hike steep and difficult trails. You can see beautiful views of the Canyon from the Rim Trail, or you may want to limit your hike to 15-30 minutes down trail. Remember it takes most hikers one and a half to two times the amount of time it took to hike down to hike back up. So a 30 minute hike down the trail may take 1 hour to come back up. 5:31 Ranger Sarah Shier summer, heat, heat-related,trails, preparation, hiking, camping, backpacking, desert no no Some of the most common problems I see on the trail are fatigue, nausea and leg cramps. Many times these problems are caused by the early stages of hyponatremia, or too little salt, along with too few calories for a high level of exertion. This hiker has done several things right. When he got tired he sat down in the shade to rest, and he has tried to eat and drink this morning. Although he’s feeling sick right now, many times these problems can be resolved with rest, salty food, water and electrolytes. http://www.nps.gov/grca/photosmultimedia/upload/p04SelfRescue.mp3 B11503F1-C212-4B88-9F1C-5DBE6BDFC9A2 Thu, 2 Jun 2011 18:25:02 -0700 PSAR04 - Self-rescue Tips Some of the most common problems I see on the trail are fatigue, nausea and leg cramps. Many times these problems are caused by the early stages of hyponatremia, or too little salt, along with too few calories for a high level of exertion. This hiker has done several things right. When he got tired he sat down in the shade to rest, and he has tried to eat and drink this morning. Although he’s feeling sick right now, many times these problems can be resolved with rest, salty food, water and electrolytes. 4:24 Ranger Sarah Shier summer, heat, heat-related,trails, preparation, hiking, camping, backpacking, desert no no Heading out into the natural environment with children can be a fantastic experience for both parent and child. Children often bring our attention back to the wonder of small things we may miss while taking in the grandeur of the Canyon. Hiking with children in a place known for extreme temperatures and high cliffs also presents a unique set of safety challenges. In this podcast I will present some suggestions for keeping your infant or small child protected from heat-illness, dehydration, sunburn and falls. I will also give you a checklist of items you might want to bring with you on your hike, and some suggested trail destinations. http://www.nps.gov/grca/photosmultimedia/upload/p05infants-toddlers.mp3 C8B1D370-0E8D-4386-8BAE-08B12E45F38F Thu, 2 Jun 2011 18:24:59 -0700 PSAR05 - Hiking with Infants and Toddlers Heading out into the natural environment with children can be a fantastic experience for both parent and child. Children often bring our attention back to the wonder of small things we may miss while taking in the grandeur of the Canyon. Hiking with children in a place known for extreme temperatures and high cliffs also presents a unique set of safety challenges. In this podcast I will present some suggestions for keeping your infant or small child protected from heat-illness, dehydration, sunburn and falls. I will also give you a checklist of items you might want to bring with you on your hike, and some suggested trail destinations. 7:18 Ranger Sarah Shier heat-illness, dehydration, sunburn, falls, checklist, items, suggestions no no