Looking toward the North Rim
Yippee, I’m headed to Grand Canyon National Park’s South Rim. The North Rim where I work summers is closed for the winter. Going to pack my long-johns and polypropylene as there’s snow on the ground and it’s been cold and windy.
Friday I’ll be a volunteer at the registration desk.
“The Grand Canyon Historical Society is pleased to announce the 3rd Grand Canyon History Symposium, a gathering of professional and avocational historians who will speak about historical topics specific to Grand Canyon National Park. The goals of the symposium are to increase the knowledge and understanding of the history pertaining to the Grand Canyon and adjacent areas, and to promote communication and sharing among canyon historians, writers and enthusiasts.”
Train station on South Rim
Some symposium attendees will ride the Grand Canyon Railway from Williams Depot to the South Rim which includes a Wild West Shootout. I’ve opted to drive up.
Ellsworth & Emery Kolb
Field trips include a tour of the historic Kolb Studio and residence lead by the Grand Canyon Field Institute’s director Mike Buchheit, a walk on The Trail of Time guided by geologist Wayne Raney…
…a tour of the Park's collection of historic river-running boats and other important artifacts of Grand Canyon river history by river runner Brad Dimock, and a Grand Canyon cemetery tour by historian John Azar.
The lineup of speakers is long and covers a variety of topics including archaeology, Native Americans, Colorado River, transportation, cowboys, geologists, families from the canyon, explorers, disasters, and artists. To view a complete schedule of speakers go here.
I’m pretty excited about all of this, get to learn while at Grand Canyon. I been missing that big ditch.
This is what Kolb Studio looked like when I was on the South Rim last year in February.
The Grand Canyon History Symposium is designated as an Official Centennial Event, as sanctioned by the Arizona Centennial 2012 Foundation Sanctioned Events
Committee!
Committee!
10 comments:
Oh how exciting. I would love something like this. I'm sure you know most of the info, but there is always something new (old in this case cause its history) to learn.
Wow this sounds really wonderful. I'm looking forward to more reports and pictures.
It looks like you have an interesting time ahead of you. Drive carefully. Looking forward to hearing and seeing more about the South Rim. Diane
That would be fun. I'd even be happy in the snow, an element that I've come not to like at all in cities. It's snowing here today, arrrrgh.
Sounds like a great time, Gaelyn! Have fun!
Dang, I'm jealous.
Smart clothes in cold weather. You are dressing like a trail runner. Cotton kills in the winter.
Gaelyn, you are the luckiest person in the world to be able to work at such a beautiful spot! Yes, take your "warmies" with you and enjoy!
I can see why you would miss the "ditch", what an incredible place to work. Hope you have a great trip and a fun learning experience.
(Ms.) Ernie
Gaelyn! This looks like so much fun! Drive safely and enjoy yourself.
Also, I had no idea the Grand Canyon got snow. Apparently, I need to spend some time getting to know this big ditch of yours.
Have fun! i know you are there now..I have been seeing your great photos on facebook!
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