With the end of summer approaching, Bryce Canyon City is hosting family-friendly events that are free to the public. A Fly-in and Car Show as well as a bike ride for the whole family, all of this entirely 100 percent free. Movie in the Park This particular weekend begins at 8:30 pm, Friday, August 24th with an outdoor “Movie in … Read More
Wanderlust Cowgirl Coffee
Wanderlust They say all who wander are not lost. But if the desire to travel is strong, they might call you Wanderlust. In 1983 Wallace Stegner said, “National parks are the best idea we ever had. Absolutely American, absolutely democratic, they reflect us at our best rather than our worst.” Highway 89, sometimes referred to as National Parks Highway passes … Read More
Recognizing and preventing heat stroke when hiking
Illnesses related to heat, like heat stroke and heat exhaustion, are one of the many injuries hikers succumb to while outdoors, especially in hot, sunny areas like Bryce Canyon. Heat exhaustion and heat stroke are very serious issues which must be treated immediately. If these conditions go untreated, they can lead to serious, long-term issues and, in extreme cases, death. … Read More
Utah authorities investigate claims of E. coli contamination at Bryce Canyon
Utah authorities have recently become concerned by the possibility that Bryce Canyon National Park’s drinking water could be affected by E. Coli. It is suspected that the E. Coli in the water is caused by prairie dogs. As of Tuesday last week, the tests they have conducted have shown no E. Coli contamination in the water. Every few months, dangerous … Read More
Bryce Canyon Half Marathon
Bryce Canyon Half Marathon Whether you run or not, you’ll want to sign up for the Bryce Canyon Half Marathon this year. There are events and activities for all ages. Seasoned runners from around the globe enter the half marathon as well as locals and amateurs at every stage. One of the most prestigious half marathons in the country and … Read More
National Parks raise fees to $35, not $70 as proposed in 2017
This summer, many popular national parks across the nation will increase their entrance fees from $30 to $35. Earlier this year, the Interior Department had planned to increase the cost of entrance to $70 per vehicle. This increase will affect 17 popular parks, including Grand Canyon, Zion, and Yosemite National Parks. When the initial plan to increase costs to $70 … Read More
Bryce Canyon Music Camp
Register Here! Specializing in Violin, Viola and Cello Celebrating its 8th season, the Bryce Canyon Music Camp (BCMC), specializing in violin, viola, and cello (Suzuki Method) begins on June 4th-8th, 2018. Located next to the beautiful Bryce Canyon National Park. Sign up is happening now. Please read the details below to enroll your child into this tremendous musical program with world-class … Read More
Red-Painted Faces
The Paiutes say, Anka-Ku-Was-A-Wits, meaning red-painted faces. The legend of Bryce Canyon’s hoodoos was told in the first half of the 20th century by an elder in the Paiute nation. His name and actual words were recorded by a park ranger with foresight and wisdom to write down his description of the hoodoo legend passed down through dozens of generations. … Read More
