Did you know Hatch River Expeditions once sent a Ford LTD on a raft down the Colorado River? The year was 1967, and Ford...
Flashback Friday: The Grand Canyon, a Ford LTD on a raft, and Ted Hatch
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Do I Need to Pack Bug Spray for My Grand Canyon River Trip?
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...
Lizards in the 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...
Spots in the Sand: The Red Spotted Toad
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...
The Grand Canyon’s Pink Rattlesnake
The Grand Canyon’s Pink Rattlesnake The Grand Canyon is home to an incredible variety of wildlife—some of which can’t be found anywhere else on Earth. One such animal is the Grand Canyon Rattlesnake. Now, I get it—snakes, especially venomous ones, tend to...