Rain, Lightning, Smoke, Repeat

A lightning-inspired wildfire reduces visibility from Yaki Point | Photo by Mike Buchheit

A herky jerky summer rain pattern has left the Grand Canyon thirsty for more. Since settling in on the region back in July, the seasonal monsoon has soaked areas to the south including the San Francisco Peaks and Verde Valley. The much needed moisture in Grand Canyon National Park has been less forthcoming.

With just a few weeks remaining before the drier autumn months begin, good winter snowpack is Mother Nature’s next best chance to curtail the effects of the decades-old drought. Follow this link for wildfire updates: Fire Management, Information and Activity

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.