Just days before the annual celebration of National Public Lands Day, 50 Arizona business associations and small businesses have sent a letter to Interior Secretary Ken Salazar, voicing support for a proposed 20-year moratorium on new uranium mining near Grand Canyon National Park. The state’s national parks, monuments and other public lands they say are “powerful engines of Arizona’s economy.” In a related effort, over 200 small businesses from across Arizona have signed and sent postcards … [Read more...] about Group Supporting Uranium Mining Moratorium
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Grand Canyon Celebrating Birth of National Park Service
The public is invited to join in the celebration of the 95th birthday of the National Park Service (NPS) this Thursday, August 25, 2011 at Grand Canyon National Park. Special programs will highlight the National Park Service’s mission and history. When Yellowstone became the world’s first national park in 1872, there was no National Park Service; and when the need for on-site management of the park became apparent, the Department of War was tasked with its protection. In the decades that … [Read more...] about Grand Canyon Celebrating Birth of National Park Service
Sportsmen Want Permanent Uranium Mining Ban
The U.S. House of Representatives has included a provision in a spending bill that would short-circuit a 2-year-old ban on new uranium mining covering one million acres of public lands surrounding the Grand Canyon National Park. But local businesses and sportsmen say that protecting these lands from new uranium mining is critical for supporting hunting, fishing, and tourism jobs in the region. The mining “rider” is included in the Interior and Related Agencies Appropriations bill for FY2012, … [Read more...] about Sportsmen Want Permanent Uranium Mining Ban
Grand Canyon Celebrates Summer by Waiving Fees
On Tuesday, June 21, Grand Canyon National Park will be joining national park units around the country in welcoming summer with a fee-free day. The National Park Service will be waiving entrance fees on June 21, 2011. Visitors who arrive on Tuesday, the 21st will be allowed to enter the park free of charge. Those who plan to spend time in the park beyond the 21st will need to pay the regular entrance fee for the remainder of their stay. “The longest day of the year is the perfect … [Read more...] about Grand Canyon Celebrates Summer by Waiving Fees
Uranium Mining Tied to Regional Economy
Mining companies and local residents are awaiting Secretary of the Interior Ken Salazar’s final decision to allow or ban hard rock mining for the next 20 years on approximately one million acres on the Arizona Strip north of Grand Canyon National Park. Surges in the price of uranium from about $10 per pound in 2003, to $50 per pound today are the reason behind more than 5,000 mining claims filed within the past five years. While most mined uranium is used for electricity production in nuclear … [Read more...] about Uranium Mining Tied to Regional Economy
New Grand Canyon Superintendent Hired
Intermountain Regional Director John Wessels today announced that Mount Rainier Superintendent David Uberuaga has been named Superintendent of Grand Canyon National Park. Uberuaga will begin his duties in mid-July. “I am extremely pleased that we have someone of Dave’s character, experience and ability at Grand Canyon National Park,” Wessels said. “He has all the skills necessary to take on the many complex issues that are part of managing a park the size and stature of Grand … [Read more...] about New Grand Canyon Superintendent Hired
Live Bird Show’s World Premiere in Tusayan
Grand Canyon Condor Encounter debuts this week here at the Canyon’s south rim entrance. This live bird show by nationally recognized show performer Joe Krathwohl features raptors and other live birds plus a giant condor – this is the first program of its kind to enhance the visitor experience for thousands of Grand Canyon visitors. “Our Condor Encounter live show is the best way to discover the wild side of Grand Canyon at the National Geographic Visitor Center and IMAX Theater located one … [Read more...] about Live Bird Show’s World Premiere in Tusayan
Grand Canyon Field Institute Opportunity
Grand Canyon Association is excited to announce aGrand Rim Adventure, a daily half-day walking tour led by our expert Grand Canyon Field Institute instructors, available for same day booking, from June 13 to August 31. A Grand Rim Adventure will share the compelling stories of the canyon’s rocks, plants, animals, landmark structures and colorful historic characters—all told against the spectacular backdrop of the canyon itself. And if you are lucky you just may have encounters with California … [Read more...] about Grand Canyon Field Institute Opportunity
Governor Tells Agencies to Prepare for Federal Shutdown
Governor Jan Brewer has asked her state agencies to prepare for a possible shutdown of the federal government beginning Saturday, April 9. This shutdown would impact non-essential federal programs, facilities and properties. Operations of the military, postal service, air traffic control, border patrol and other essential federal services would continue. Governor Brewer called state agency directors into a special meeting Thursday afternoon to discuss contingency plans in the event of a … [Read more...] about Governor Tells Agencies to Prepare for Federal Shutdown
Beer Lovers Choose Cans and Keep Microbreweries Hopping
The original concept about beers in cans was ‘cheap, watered-down rice beer,’ right?” said Grand Canyon Brewing Company owner John Peasley, smiling in his Williams, Ariz. brewery. “Colorado beer manufacturer Oskar Blues turned that around; those guys only do cans.” Award-winning Oskar Blue revolutionized the microbrewery world by canning handcrafted beers in back 2002. “So now there is consumer drive, because they know that good … [Read more...] about Beer Lovers Choose Cans and Keep Microbreweries Hopping