by Eva Hatch | Jul 16, 2025 | About Grand Canyon
Muddy Mystery: Why the Colorado River Changes Color If you’ve looked at photos of the Colorado River, you might’ve noticed something curious—sometimes the water is a stunning blue-green, and other times it’s a rich reddish-brown. So, what causes this dramatic change...
by Eva Hatch | Jul 2, 2025 | Tips Tricks and Info on Colorado River Rafting
How to Pack Your Day Bag On the day your trip launches, you’ll receive two dry bags: A large dry bag for everything you need at camp (this won’t be accessible during the day), and A smaller dry bag for items you might need while on the river during the day. We...
by Eva Hatch | Jun 25, 2025 | Tips Tricks and Info on Colorado River Rafting
Do I Need to Pack Bug Spray for My Grand Canyon River Trip? One of the most common packing questions we get is: “Do I need to bring bug spray for my river trip?” Our answer is usually no—and here’s why. Bugs in the Grand Canyon: What to Expect Yes, there are bugs in...
by Eva Hatch | Jun 18, 2025 | About Grand Canyon
Lizards in the Grand Canyon If you’ve ever been anywhere in the Southwest, chances are you’ve seen a lizard. These little reptiles have become nearly synonymous with the desert landscapes of the region. Walk into a gift shop in Arizona and you’ll find lizards on...
by Eva Hatch | Jun 11, 2025 | About Grand Canyon
Spots in the Sand: The Red Spotted Toad It may surprise some to learn that toads can thrive in desert environments, but the water systems within the Grand Canyon create an ideal habitat for these resilient amphibians. Among the most commonly seen toads in the...