About Mike BuchheitMike Buchheit is longtime Grand Canyon National Park resident, director of the Grand Canyon Field Institute, and professional landscape photographer. To view his Grand Canyon photography visit Grand Canyon Prints.
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About Mike Buchheit2011 Column Archives
Home Court Advantage: Kolb Family Legacy to be Celebrated in their Historic Studio
For nearly two decades, scores of exhibits have been enjoyed by the visiting public as part of the Kolb Studio Exhibit Series sponsored by the Grand Canyon Association, Grand Canyon National Park, and a variety of other park partners. These wide-ranging displays, typically lasting 2-4 months in duration, showcase the natural and cultural history of [...]
Grand Canyon Field Institute Rolls out 2012 Schedule
In any given year, there are few topics, trails, or tantalizing destinations that will be left unvisited by one of the fifty-plus classes offered by the Grand Canyon Field Institute (GCFI). The longstanding outdoor education program of the Grand Canyon Association, GCFI recently announced its 2012 class offerings. As director of the program, I can [...]
Back from the “Y” Parks
I recently visited Yosemite and Yellowstone on back-to-back business trips. Together with Grand Canyon, these parks are informally known as the Crown Jewels of the national park system. I came away with a heightened appreciation for the amazing landscapes and cultural marvels that are central threads in our national heritage. Enjoy this slideshow, including the [...]
NPS Seeking Public Comments on Management of Backcountry
Open for discussion will be a host of critical issues including commercial services, recreational opportunities, infrastructure, access fees and permitting, and the protection and study of natural and cultural resources. This is a rare opportunity to play a role in crafting park policies that will determine what the backcountry looks like in twenty years, and how future generations will interact with this iconic national treasure.