Back from the Canyon

Bruce Schroeder (PSD.ULRC.bruces@ms.provo.k12.ut.us)
Mon, 21 Jul 1997 13:25:04 -0600


** High Priority **

It has been two weeks today since I finished my Grand trip after an 8
year wait on the list. Thanks to all of you who provided
camping/hiking ideas. We had 15 people (5 states) on five SOTAR self
bailers. Started with 3 boatman with Canyon experience. A combination
of good boats and good coaching kept everyone right side up. I
arranged for the "Painless Private" package through Professional
River Outfitters in Flagstaff which was a terriffic decision.

Water level started at 27,000 cfs, weather was hot and dry with clear
water all the way to Diamond Creek. Fishing was good up to Vasey's.
Saw very few other groups the first week until we shared a camp at
Grapevine with another private group. Exchanged three people at
Phantom. I always remember spending the Fourth of July running Lava!
I will be adding details in future posts about trip arrangements,
participant selection, hiking, etc.

Bruce Schroeder
Salt Lake City, UT
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