Earth Camp Highlight: Black Canyon Canoe Trip (on the Colorado River near Hoover Dam) with Earth Camp Staff and University of Arizona Outdoor Adventures,
Monday June 13- Thursday June 16
Our journey begins on Monday with a day of scenic travel to the northwestern corner of Arizona where the Colorado River divides Arizona and Nevada. Over the next few days, we will paddle an 11-mile stretch of the river through Black Canyon, an area that boasts prime canoeing on mellow waters. This section of the Colorado River is directly downstream from Hoover Dam. On Monday, we will visit the dam and learn about water management history and challenges on this fascinating and critical river. Tuesday, we will paddle seven miles up river and establish camp at Arizona Warm Springs. Wednesday, we will paddle upstream to further explore the area, possibly visiting hot springs and a sauna cave, as well as many side canyons. We will return to our Warm Springs campsite Wednesday evening. Thursday, we will paddle seven miles downstream, returning to the van, and back to Tucson.
Exertion level: Moderate/High. Previous canoeing or similar experience helpful.
Sleeping Accommodations: Tent camping
