I always wanted to go to the Grand Canyon! Take that rafting tour through it!
WE have done it 3 times so far ( raft) 225 miles and 16 days of pure insanity and fun !! Have also hiked most all of the trails including a " rim to rim " in one day .The rapids on the river are insane and the hikes are beautiful - but - make sure you are in great cardio shape - have trained in the heat or the canyon will eat you alive - it is beautiful - but also brutal .WE have spent several months hiking and rafting GC for over 30 years - something you will never forget ._ OD ( Pops)
Grand Canyon is a MUST see experience IMHO
late October- November best time imo...
been spending as much time with my kids before they go back to school, so far we've gone to 5 zoos in 3 states, 2 aquariums in 2 states. My kids are still young yet, so spending this time is precious!
I have done the Kaibab to Phantom Ranch and back up Bright Angel. It was brutal and I was in shape. I am going to North Rim to photograph labor day weekend and camp. Then late September going to Toroweep for more photography. Brutal 4wheel drive. Then October is fall colors.
Plus I should get a transfer so that will gelo me to get to the gym 5-6 days a week as I won't be on the road anymore unless I want to be.
SEMPER FI, DEATH BEFORE DISHONOR, STRENGTH AND HONOR, SOMETIMES THE FROST MAKES THE BLADE STICK