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KTC'S CANYON BLOG
Welcome to our blog, KTC'S Canyon Blog. Here you can find endless information about the Colorado River, tips on how you can prepare for your upcoming trip, and tons of other useful information.
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Welcome to our Blog, KTC'S Canyon Blog
Welcome to KTC's Canyon Blog, where adventure meets history and nature's grandeur shines. Here, we dive into the breathtaking experiences...
Brady Black
May 163 min read
How long does it take to paddle around the Horseshoe Bend?
Horseshoe Bend is a 1,000 foot bend carved by the Colorado River, through the Glen Canyon National Recreation Area, near Page, AZ. In...
Brady Black
Feb 23, 20233 min read
What is the weather like at Lee's Ferry month to month?
The weather at Lee's Ferry varies from month to month throughout the year. Here at Kayak the Colorado we have a saying, there's no bad...
Brady Black
Feb 10, 20233 min read
Kayaking in February on the Colorado River
One of my favorite things about kayaking the Colorado in February is the lack of people on the river. Meeting your backhaul Captain at...
Brady Black
Jan 26, 20233 min read
KISS(Keep it Simple Sam) on a Kayak overnight camp
Camping with a kayak is one of our favorite things to do here at Kayak the Colorado. If you haven't done it before, it can be a daunting...
Brady Black
Jan 7, 20232 min read
Kayak the Horseshoe Bend with ~Kayak the Colorado~
Wanna raft the Grand Canyon in a day? All by yourselves... no touristy guides, or crowds ? You have hit the Jackpot! Read below and...
Brady Black
Jul 24, 20224 min read
Hypothermia, And how to survive
A very common question at Lee's Ferry is, do we have to wear our life vests? Seeing the calm water people can get a false sense of...
Brady Black
May 15, 20222 min read
What's a Backhaul taxi to Horseshoe Bend? Why do so many people use it?
A backhaul taxi to Horseshoe Bend is a motorized boat that carries people, watercraft and gear upstream from Lee's Ferry to the base of...
Brady Black
May 15, 20222 min read
Wind On the River
Although Arizona has the most beautiful weather of all the states, we do get weather from time to time that can be hazardous and annoying...
Brady Black
Apr 8, 20224 min read
Lodging 15 minutes from the river~Lee's Ferry Lodge at the Vermilion Cliffs
Lee's Ferry Lodge is Surrounded by the stunning Vermilion Cliffs National Monument. Lees Ferry Lodge at the Vermilion Cliffs is a quiet...
Brady Black
Mar 12, 20211 min read
Is Lee's Ferry Boat Ramp Open for Covid ?
For all those that stayed home in March and April, giving the scientists, and hospitals a time to catch up, THANK YOU! Now that we are...
Brady Black
Apr 28, 20202 min read
Monsoon Activity Kayaking at Horseshoe Bend
Although the Arizona is mostly dry and temperate, sometimes it Pours for 30 minutes to an hour, and its is magical! July-September...
Brady Black
Apr 17, 20204 min read
Creative Video shot in Marble Canyon and the surrounding area
This video is an example of what you can accomplish with only 2 people filming each other with a cell phone when you're inspired by God...
Brady Black
Apr 17, 20201 min read
What to bring for an overnight
First of all when traveling in the wilderness you should always follow the Leave No Trace Ethics! Each of us plays a vital role in...
Brady Black
Apr 17, 20204 min read
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