Muddy Mystery: Why the Colorado River Changes Color If you’ve looked at photos of the Colorado River, you might’ve noticed something...
Muddy Mystery: Why the Colorado River Changes Color
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Practicing Good “River Citizenship” on a Grand Canyon River Trip
Be a good river citizen on your Grand Canyon river trip! Sometimes Hatch takes such good care of you, it’s easy to forget that the Grand Canyon is a remote backcountry area. This remoteness is part of what makes this kind of trip so great, but it does have its...
A Badger, Soap, and the Side Canyon Names That Stuck
A Badger, Soap, and the Side Canyon Names That Stuck Two of the first drainages you’ll encounter in the Grand Canyon are named Badger Creek and Soap Creek. Like much of the Grand Canyon, there’s an interesting story behind the names of these two side...
Grand Canyon Haiku by Alexi Kimiatek
Grand Canyon Haiku by Alexi Kimiatek Writing poetry on a river trip is a wonderful way to stay present and notice all of the beauty and little miracles in the Canyon. One of our recent guests, Alexi Kimiatek, wrote an astonishing 131 haiku on his river trip!...
What is the Best Month to Raft Grand Canyon?
What is the Best Month to Raft Grand Canyon? In our opinion at Hatch, there is no bad time to be on the river! However, different times of year appeal to different people for a variety of reasons. We’ve detailed the main features of each month that guests take...
4 Unmatched Perks of an Oar-Powered Grand Canyon Rafting Trip
4 Unmatched Perks of an Oar-Powered Grand Canyon Rafting Trip The Grand Canyon is one of the most awe-inspiring places on Earth, and there’s no better way to experience its raw beauty and rugged charm than from the water. While there are several ways to raft the...