Grand Canyon Hike

I got the awesome privilege of getting to do a backpacking trip into the Grand Canyon last weekend. I borrowed some gear from some folks at church and took a four day trip to the bottom of the Grand Canyon. On Friday, we hiked down the Bright Angel trail to the Bright Angel Campground about 9 miles from the rim. We stayed there for the next couple nights, then we hiked out half way on Sunday to stay at a campground called Indian Gardens, then hiked the rest of the way out on Monday. It was really fun. I don't think I've ever attempted to do a backpacking trip like this and I must say that I'd like to do more. There's something pretty cool about going and staying at places that you can't get to by motorized vehicle. Here's some pictures:

Had to bring a guitar down with me

We did a mini church service with everyone Sunday morning

Here's a few of the folks we were hiking with hanging out on the beach area

This is Indian Gardens, the half way point to the bottom of the Grand Canyon

Bridge crossing the Colorado River

Here's a cave that goes through the rock. The other end of the cave leads to the bridge in the photo above.

This is the camping area at the bottom. It was very peaceful.

These are mules that haul food, supplies, and sometimes people up and down the Grand Canyon trails.

Quick Photo Updates

Both Micah and Gavin joined Cub Scouts this year. Micah loves wearing his uniform. I'm hoping Gavin will be able to catch up and move into Boy Scouts next year.

Micah lost his first two teeth within two days of each other!

We took a day trip to Payson, AZ over spring break. It was pretty similar feeling to Flagstaff, just a little warmer.

Gavin got into a special program to learn snowboarding this winter. He had fun, but it sounds like he still likes skiing better.

Aubri got to go horseback riding with some friends from church. She LOVES horses!

Happy Valentines Day