Russell Begaye, the newly-elected president of the Navajo Nation, wasted little time restating his opposition to the Escalade development project. This proposed controversial resort and retail complex on the edge of the Grand Canyon would be anchored …
In Defense of the Little Colorado River Confluence
On the eve before my tenth rafting trip through the Grand Canyon, I am typing this column in advance to meet my April 15th deadline. After checking the calendar, I was excited to see that I will be enjoying one of my favorite destinations in the …
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Navajo Planning Major Development within Grand Canyon
The Navajo Nation recently released details of a planned development on the eastern boundary of Grand Canyon National Park, including: a rim-based resort; an aerial tramway that will transport visitors to the floor of the canyon; and a half-mile …
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