If you have ever thought of backpacking in the Grand Canyon, then you should read this little story from Mary McGrath.  Her memories from a camping trip in 1972 is great reading. Even if you don’t fancy hiking in the Grand Canyon its a nice little story about the trials and tribulations of backpacking in the great outdoors.

Backpacking in the Grand Canyon

It was spring of 1972. Usually my pals from UCSB and I would head home during spring break to catch up with our friends, get our mothers do our laundry, and rekindle what was left of our high school romances. Continue Reading