Staying Safe around Snakes, Scorpions, and Other River Slitherers and Skitterers The thought of a potential close encounter with a snake, scorpion, or other creatures generally deemed sort of “creepy” on the river can be an uncomfortable one, especially for...
The GRAND Geology in Grand Canyon There are countless reasons to take a Colorado River rafting trip; the amazing geology in Grand Canyon is only one of them. The Colorado River cuts through an uplifted portion of the Colorado Plateau, giving those who...
Wildlife on Grand Canyon Expeditions: The California Condor Grand Canyon is home to a diverse sampling of southwestern wildlife. On your Hatch Grand Canyon Expedition keep your eyes open and you may see deer, rams, squirrels, snakes, frogs, and a huge variety of...
Once you’ve booked this trip of a lifetime, you are bound to have a multitude of questions. For many of our guests, a Grand Canyon rive trip something they have never experienced before, which means they come with questions! We know you have questions about your river...
Let’s take some time to appreciate some of the female influence on the Grand Canyon. Learn about some of the incredible women in Grand Canyon that have left their mark on this amazing place. There are so many amazing stories, but let’s start with one of our favorites,...
So why is it called Whale Foundation? No, there are no whales in Grand Canyon. Whale was the nickname of Curtis Hansen – a legendary river guide in his own right and a friend to all in the river rafting community. A boatman for Hatch starting in the late 60’s, Whale...