Hiking Grand Canyon

Episodes

1. 12

   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.

   Jul 31, 2013

   5m
2. 11

   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.

   Jul 23, 2013

   10m
3. 10

   June 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.

   Jul 11, 2013

   7m
4. 9

   Intro to Hiking Grand Canyon - 20 Minute Audiocast (from video)

   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...

   Jun 3, 2011

   20m
5. 8

   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...

   Jun 3, 2011

   8m
6. 7

   2) Your Hike - Hiking Grand Canyon Video

   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…

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   Jun 3, 2011

   9m
7. 6

   3) Review - Hiking Grand Canyon Video

   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...

   Jun 3, 2011

   2m
8. 5

   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.

   Jun 3, 2011

   2m
9. 4

   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."…

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   Jun 3, 2011

   7m
10. 3

    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...

    Jun 3, 2011

    5m
11. 2

    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…

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    Jun 3, 2011

    4m
12. 1

    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...

    Jun 3, 2011

    7m