Re: Summer reading - Mystic Spring
Hi OHH, Thanks for the note. I keep thinking that our paths might have crossed years ago at the South Rim. I worked there in 1979, 1980 and 1981. You...
DennisF 2012-07-05 20:00:52 #70127

Re: USS Iowa
From George Wharton James', "In and Around the Grand Canyon," published in 1900, page 131. See it...
DennisF 2012-07-05 19:50:30 #70126

Re: S. Rim day hikes
To Doug's comments, see Message No. 48064. Lots of cautions, so pay attention to the subtle comments -- in Phoenix heat of summer trail running shape, done...
kampaz5 2012-07-05 18:47:19 #70125

Re: S. Rim day hikes
Just for the sake of offering some (only slightly) ridiculous examples, I will mention a couple other favorites at the extreme. 1) On-trail -- down Hermit...
DougN 2012-07-05 13:34:07 #70124

Re: USS Iowa
Didn't mean to shame you, Bessie. Those WWII Iowa class battleships are truly impressive. If you ever get a chance to tour one, it is worth your...
tiredsole51 2012-07-05 09:01:22 #70123

Re: S. Rim day hikes
Hi Bill, You'll have anywhere from 10 to 11 hours of daylight to work with during your November visit. Plan on spending 10-15 minutes of every hour either...
Bill Ferris 2012-07-05 08:34:33 #70122

Re: S. Rim lodging and food
I usually stay at Maswick. I like the location. Rooms are adequate. For food, the prime rib at the Arizona House is my celebratory dinner after a backpack...
chicago_hiker 2012-07-05 08:17:45 #70121

Re: S. Rim day hikes
I agree with Chris on the top of the Redwall via Tanner Trail. This is really a half day hike. Maybe a longer day with a butte climb, or if you have...
JoshC 2012-07-05 08:14:57 #70120

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