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AP WE : Grand Canyon of the Colorado River (USA AZ NV )

Welcome to the "Adventures Paddlesport Whitewater Expedition (AP WE) : Grand Canyon of the Colorado River (USA AZ NV) " image gallery by Bob Obst and Dr. Colleen E. Hayes! Unless noted otherwise on a specific image-photo, Robert Arthur Obst (Bob Obst) or Dr. Colleen E. Hayes captured all of the high resolution images within this gallery. IF used for non-commercial purposes, you may share these copyrighted images with others without restriction. However, to obtain-use an image for commercial and/or personal purposes with NO copyright mark and NO author-photographer's credit on it, please purchase it here (copyright purchased). For more images like this, go to http://www.robertarthurobstphotos.com/Adventures-Paddlesport or the "AdventuresPaddlesportFAVO" sharegroup at http://www.robertarthurobstphotos.com/share/qhtAksmPqRtj6 or CanoeKayakWhitewaterRacingO at http://www.robertarthurobstphotos.com/share/UCsDA727pe6Fg . Questions-feedback, contact Bob Obst at r.obst@att.net, mobile 608-658-6116. Enjoy the "Adventures Paddlesport Whitewater Expedition (AP WE) : Grand Canyon of the Colorado River (USA AZ NV)" images by Bob Obst and and Dr. Colleen E. Hayes!. THANKS for your interest ! PERSONAL REFLECTIONS 1983: Exploring the Colorado River within Grand Canyon National Park http://www.nps.gov/grca/index.htm was a magnificent experience. During September of 1983 - during a trip organized by the Nantahala Outdoor Center http://www.noc.com/ - Bob Obst canoed through most of the Grand Canyon - with the exception of Crystal Rapids - with his tandem, decked canoe partner Dr. Colleen E. Hayes. Bob's father - Robert J. Obst - was on a raft. During September 1983 water flow through the "Grand Canyon" ranged 25-30,000 CFS during our entire 3 week adventure. NOTE: During the Summer of 1983, water flow through the Grand Canyon was at record highs - ranging 25,000 to 92,600 CFS with the 92,600 CFS peak occurring on 6/29/1983. Some rapids - such as Crystal Rapids and Lava Falls - were rated class 4+ on a six point (international) scale. Although not as difficult as other rivers Bob has paddled, the Grand Canyon - with its powerful rapids, unending spectacular vistas, amazing side-canyon hikes, and colorful inner gorges - was one of the most memorable. ; ADDITIONAL REFERENCES: Nantahala Outdoor Center at http://www.noc.com/ , Grand Canyon National Park at http://www.nps.gov/grca/index.htm, Grand Canyon Field Institute (GCFI) Grand Canyon interactive map at http://www.grandcanyon.org/fieldinstitute/aboutus.asp, Grand Canyon 3-D Geologic Tour http://www.durangobill.com/GrandCanyonTour.html, Colorado River rapids and features at http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/List_of_Colorado_River_rapids_and_features and USGS online water flows through Grand Canyon http://waterdata.usgs.gov/usa/nwis/uv?site_no=09380000 RAO
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  • Starting a Grand Adventure at Lees Ferry on the Colorado River within Grand Canyon National Park (USA AZ Grand Canyon)

    Starting a Grand Adventure at Lees Ferry on the Colorado River within Grand Canyon National Park (USA AZ Grand Canyon)

  • View from Canoe at Mile Two of the Colorado River within Grand Canyon National Park (USA AZ Grand Canyon)

    View from Canoe at Mile Two of the Colorado River within Grand Canyon National Park (USA AZ Grand Canyon)

  • Savoring Dinner at Badger Camp Mile Eight (8) of the Colorado River within Grand Canyon National Park (USA AZ Grand Canyon)

    Savoring Dinner at Badger Camp Mile Eight (8) of the Colorado River within Grand Canyon National Park (USA AZ Grand Canyon)

  • Dishwashing line at Badger Camp Mile Eight (8) along the Colorado River within Grand Canyon National Park (USA AZ Grand Canyon)

    Dishwashing line at Badger Camp Mile Eight (8) along the Colorado River within Grand Canyon National Park (USA AZ Grand Canyon)

  • Guides prepare raft at Badger Camp Mile Eight along Colorado River within Grand Canyon National Park (USA AZ Grand Canyon)

    Guides prepare raft at Badger Camp Mile Eight along Colorado River within Grand Canyon National Park (USA AZ Grand Canyon)

  • The late Ray McLain reading at a Colorado River camp within Grand Canyon National Park (USA AZ Grand Canyon)

    The late Ray McLain reading at a Colorado River camp within Grand Canyon National Park (USA AZ Grand Canyon)

  • Kayaking through the Colorado River's colorful Marble Canyon within Grand Canyon National Park (USA AZ Grand Canyon)

    Kayaking through the Colorado River's colorful Marble Canyon within Grand Canyon National Park (USA AZ Grand Canyon)

  • Water-sculpted lichen covered grotto towers over kayakers along the Colorado River's Marble Canyon within Grand Canyon National Park (USA AZ Grand Canyon)

    Water-sculpted lichen covered grotto towers over kayakers along the Colorado River's Marble Canyon within Grand Canyon National Park (USA AZ Grand Canyon)

  • Tandem whitewater canoeists playing in Colorado River rapids within Marble Canyon of Grand Canyon National Park (USA AZ Grand Canyon)

    Tandem whitewater canoeists playing in Colorado River rapids within Marble Canyon of Grand Canyon National Park (USA AZ Grand Canyon)

  • Tandem whitewater canoeists the late Ray McLain and partner playing in Colorado River rapids within Marble Canyon of Grand Canyon National Park (USA AZ Grand Canyon)

    Tandem whitewater canoeists the late Ray McLain and partner playing in Colorado River rapids within Marble Canyon of Grand Canyon National Park (USA AZ Grand Canyon)

  • Gentian in North Canyon of the Colorado River within Grand Canyon National Park (USA AZ Grand Canyon)

    Gentian in North Canyon of the Colorado River within Grand Canyon National Park (USA AZ Grand Canyon)

  • Hiking through the Colorado River's rugged North Canyon within Grand Canyon National Park (USA AZ Grand Canyon)

    Hiking through the Colorado River's rugged North Canyon within Grand Canyon National Park (USA AZ Grand Canyon)

  • Colorful cliffs tower over hikers within Colorado River's rugged North Canyon of the Grand Canyon National Park (USA AZ Grand Canyon)

    Colorful cliffs tower over hikers within Colorado River's rugged North Canyon of the Grand Canyon National Park (USA AZ Grand Canyon)

  • Gorgeous scenery of the Colorado River's rugged North Canyon within Grand Canyon National Park (USA AZ Grand Canyon)

    Gorgeous scenery of the Colorado River's rugged North Canyon within Grand Canyon National Park (USA AZ Grand Canyon)

  • Rafters preparing for departure within the Colorado River's North Canyon of Grand Canyon National Park (USA AZ Grand Canyon)

    Rafters preparing for departure within the Colorado River's North Canyon of Grand Canyon National Park (USA AZ Grand Canyon)

  • Tiger Wash Camp Two (2) at Mile Twenty six (26) of the Colorado River within Grand Canyon National Park (USA AZ Grand Canyon)

    Tiger Wash Camp Two (2) at Mile Twenty six (26) of the Colorado River within Grand Canyon National Park (USA AZ Grand Canyon)

  • South Canyon Mile Thirty-one (31) of the Colorado River below Lees Ferry at within Grand Canyon National Park (USA AZ Grand Canyon)

    South Canyon Mile Thirty-one (31) of the Colorado River below Lees Ferry at within Grand Canyon National Park (USA AZ Grand Canyon)

  • Colorful contrasts of redrock canyons and blue skies border the Colorado River within Grand Canyon National Park (USA AZ Grand Canyon)

    Colorful contrasts of redrock canyons and blue skies border the Colorado River within Grand Canyon National Park (USA AZ Grand Canyon)

  • Paddlers enjoying Vaseys Paradise at Mile Thirty Two (32) of the Colorado River within Grand Canyon National Park (USA AZ Grand Canyon)

    Paddlers enjoying Vaseys Paradise at Mile Thirty Two (32) of the Colorado River within Grand Canyon National Park (USA AZ Grand Canyon)

  • Colorful limestone cliffs dwarf Colorado River paddlers between Vasey's Paradise and Redwall Canyon within Grand Canyon National Park (USA AZ Grand Canyon)

    Colorful limestone cliffs dwarf Colorado River paddlers between Vasey's Paradise and Redwall Canyon within Grand Canyon National Park (USA AZ Grand Canyon)

  • Paddlers enjoying Vaseys Paradise at Mile Thirty Two (32) of the Colorado River within Grand Canyon National Park (USA AZ Grand Canyon)

    Paddlers enjoying Vaseys Paradise at Mile Thirty Two (32) of the Colorado River within Grand Canyon National Park (USA AZ Grand Canyon)

  • Hungry paddlers focus on lunch by Redwall Canyon at Mile Thirty-Three (33) of the Colorado River within Grand Canyon National Park (USA AZ Grand Canyon)

    Hungry paddlers focus on lunch by Redwall Canyon at Mile Thirty-Three (33) of the Colorado River within Grand Canyon National Park (USA AZ Grand Canyon)

  • Canyon grotto view from a canoe at mile thirty-five (35) of the Colorado River within Grand Canyon National Park (USA AZ Grand Canyon)

    Canyon grotto view from a canoe at mile thirty-five (35) of the Colorado River within Grand Canyon National Park (USA AZ Grand Canyon)

  • Volleyball set-up under Redwall Canyon at Mile Thirty-Three (33) of the Colorado River within Grand Canyon National Park (USA AZ Grand Canyon)

    Volleyball set-up under Redwall Canyon at Mile Thirty-Three (33) of the Colorado River within Grand Canyon National Park (USA AZ Grand Canyon)

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    Water-sculpted lichen covered grotto towers over kayakers along the Colorado River's Marble Canyon within Grand Canyon National Park (USA AZ Grand Canyon)
    Tandem whitewater canoeists playing in Colorado River rapids within Marble Canyon of Grand Canyon National Park (USA AZ Grand Canyon)
    Tandem whitewater canoeists the late Ray McLain and partner playing in Colorado River rapids within Marble Canyon of Grand Canyon National Park (USA AZ Grand Canyon)