Botanical Exhibit Takes Root at Kolb Studio

When it comes to iconic natural features of Grand Canyon National Park, plants have patiently waited for attention as first-time visitors marvel at the geology. Indeed, sweeping vistas of cliff and slope are surely what draw many to the grandest of chasms, but it’s often the park’s amazing biodiversity that keeps them coming back.

A new exhibit at Kolb Studio on the South Rim will celebrate this tapestry of life by highlighting some of the amazing botanical wonders that can be found from rim to river. “Grand Canyon’s Green Heart” will run from July 2–August 31, 2010.

About Mike Buchheit

Mike Buchheit was the director of the Grand Canyon Conservancy Field Institute for over 25 years, a professional landscape photographer and instructor, a freelance travel writer, and a popular lecturer on a wide variety of Grand Canyon-related topics. As a long-time resident, 3,000-mile hiker, and frequent river runner, the Iowa native has gained an intimate knowledge of the park that he called home.

As a long-time resident, 3,000-mile hiker, and frequent river runner, the Iowa native has gained an intimate knowledge of the park that he calls home. You can see some of his beautiful work on his Grand Canyon Prints website.