There's plenty of frozen waterfalls here in the Tetons and Yellowstone areas.--- In Zion_National_Park_Hiking@yahoogroups.com, "D. K. Hansen" ... the road...
I grew up in Idaho Falls and I'm well familiar with the wild ice in the Tetons. Nothing close to being stepped out, no belay stances, and days with out seeing...
Sorry, never climbed anywhere, I just happen to live here in Jackson Hole and thought I'd mention it. I have lived in Mt Carmel just up the road on 89 from...
Kevnin to bad I don't live in the area anymore or I'd join you. Never climbed them, but heard others always talk about them. Hidden Haven up in Parrowan Canyon...
Is Ed and Arlene back in town, I tried to contact them a while back and heard they were out for a couple weeks. I am looking to come back down there this...
Hey Gary - Thanks for the good laugh, that was awesome! What I do is much easier, only one shot. I can't imagine the determination it must take to make a...
Did anyone here ever know a man by the name of Maverick on the south rim of the GC. He first moved to the canyon about 10 years or so ago. At 80 in 2006 he...
Maverick and his wife Shirley were found dead in their home on the south rim. --- In Zion_National_Park_Hiking@yahoogroups.com, "Clayton ... ago. ... R2R ... ...
Hi Mat, Sorry it took me so long to respond, but I have been away. I did find a little research on them when writing up the TR. Try searching for Polychrome...
This is the article from a local paper.. http://azdailysun.com/articles/2009/02/06/news/20090206_front_190404. txt ... south ... ago. ... first R2R ... across,...
And this from the grand canyon news http://tiny.cc/OFWMN ... Zion_National_Park_Hiking@yahoogroups.com, "~tanya" <gotta@...> ... south ... ago. ... first R2R ...
Its that time of year again time to go to Primative school near Maricopa AZ. Bob Rudd from Wilson Wyoming, my roommate and friend Kayla and I are driving down...
Rangers: 'Maverick' was shooter Friends and family are at a loss to explain the Grand Canyon murder-suicide, saying there had been no history of violence or ...
Unfortunately, this is something that probably happens more than we realize. However, with their popularity it came to light. Happens sometimes when one is...
What an awesome and full life to be celebrated! It's very sad to have ended this way, but then I would think that "Maverick" and Shirley will be remembered for...
Thank you Bo! Hey, my dad and I are coming out for a week or so of backpacking in early June. If you're available, we'd like to hook up with you for a random...
Hi guy's, I'm planning a trip to Zion on May 23-29. I've been doing a lot of research and have found www.citrusmilo.com & www.zionnational-park.com to be...
I have the opportunity to grab a couple of days in Zion next weekend and was hoping to find out about conditions main canyon. I was thinking about walking up...
Sounds like you are off to a good start. The only hikes you've listed that require permits are The Narrows, Subway and camp permit for East Rim. You might log...
I was up there yesterday, but didn't do any hiking. We were training "Search Management" and speaking with some of the rangers it was stated that there is LOTS...
Gators? No, you need to go to Florida for those. Oh, you meant gaiters! Very sorry. I just couldn't resist. If there is snow and ice, I would recommend...
The only thing I can add is that during peak season, the backcountry window opens at 7am. Everybody who wants a permit for the popular stuff (Subway, Mystery,...
Hey guys thanks for the replies. Parunuweap is intriguing and I think we can squeeze it in. If the schedule gets too tight and we can't get it all done, is...
Just beware that The Narrows may be off limits due to high water. In previous discussions they list a link to check the water flow. Enjoy Zion either way, I ...