10-20-14

Me: Bob & I have hiked these trails (South Kaibab & Bright Angel) of the Grand Canyon a good number of times. Me around 12x and Bob about 6x. Each trip to the Grand Canyon is unique & always a beautiful adventure!

This trip was shared with nephew Mike, nieces Abbie & April, April's boyfriend, Jason and our friend, Kata (not shown in this pic). Our 6am start was a little chilly (perfect for hiking).

Off we went, 7 miles down a steep trail with too many switchbacks to count (Bob tried).

This is one of my favorite spots on the South Kaibab Trail. Love the rock lined path leading you down to what seems to be a drop off into the canyon.

The best part of a 6am start is experiencing a sunrise in the Grand Canyon. There is nothing quite like it!

The sunrise was so amazing that we broke out some impromptu yoga poses.
April.

Me.

On we go at a good pace but with plenty of stops for photos.

The orange rocks put off a gorgeous glow.

Here's our whole group; "The Hungry Warriors!"

We brainstormed this team name while hiking which is a tribute to our appetites and yoga obsession.

Proof of our appetites...Mike enjoying his enormous sub sandwich.

Proof of our yoga obsession!

Zen Kata & Zen me.

One of the neatest things on our hike down was the mule train that stopped in front of us.

Made for some cool shots.

This was Jason's first time seeing the Grand Canyon. It's extra fun to have someone in the group experiencing the Grand Canyon for the first time.

Miles of narrow paths and cliffs.
April & Abbie.

We started at 7,260 ft and our low point was the Colorado River at 2400 ft.

Really red dirt!

There's the Colorado River looking VERY muddy!

Last time we saw the Colorado River it was a clean green/blue color.

And there's the South Kaibab suspension bridge.

Why did the hikers cross the bridge?

Find out the answer tomorrow!!