It’s big, no, it’s huge.. no… it’s Grand.

My first view of the Grand Canyon

This is one of those places you simply do have to see in person to appreciate. Only your eyes can process how absolutely massive the Grand Canyon is. We really don’t have a word to describe it. We were determined to get some real exercise so I had the camera in sport mode and we did stop in a few places but mostly just walked along the rim (mostly) and enjoyed the incredible view.

It definitely felt like peak season, this place is a magnet for tourists from every corner of the globe.

I loved the trees along the rim, some were perfect, others were gnarly looking. They all looked great with the Grand Canyon as the backdrop.

One of many drive (walk) by images of the Grand Canyon, sport mode for the win.

View of the Bright Angel Trail from the Rim Trail.

One of the many gnarly trees on the Rim Trail.

Essential 4th of July Patriotic photograph, happy birthday USA!

Educational Opportunity

I am learning a lot on this trip and while this is mental enrichment for me, it is even more so for our son. The opportunity to see and experience different things and places is the biggest motivator for us for this trip. Seeing the world through his eyes is so much better than through just my own. The subtle things he notices, the things he teaches me. If you’ve always wanted to do something, do it, find a way, and make it happen. You won’t regret it. Happy Trails!

Next up: Adventure Day 17 – a Different Place, a Different Pace