EISPIRATEN

The stream in Haines Canyon is intermittent. There are three spots that I know about where the steam gets forced to the surface that consistently have water, year in and year out, even now after two relatively dry years. It's possible that there is a spot where water is forced up that I don't know ...

Small turnout compared to previous years. Maybe 10 people. Did haul several hundred pounds of trash up onto the narrows bridge including a transmission. Also applied several gallons of paint to graffiti. All in less than four hours.

Mike C.

As far as the rains go in southern Utah, they can be heavy at times. Clouds often build around mid-day and rain late in the afternoon. But not always, just be apprised of the weather reports. Stay out of narrow canyons or one's that have large drainages on potentially rainy days. In Zion, East Rim, ...

Zion is a favorite of mine for both hiking and canyoneering. For short hikes, try Angels Landing and Hidden Canyon. A bit longer, try The Subway. And for all day try the Narrows or Orderville Canyon. Just remember, its monsoon season now meaning the weather can offer heavy rain showers. Check out th...