Phantom Ranch, the only lodge within the Grand Canyon, has drawn adventurers and dignitaries, including Theodore Roosevelt, for more than a century.
Category: Rivers
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Drought, Heat, Low Water Levels: Europe’s River Cruises Take a Hit
The New York Times – Travel:The Danube and Rhine are at record lows this summer, disrupting hundreds of cruises that have become an increasingly popular part of Europe’s tourism industry.
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Silence, Wolves and the Wild East: Hiking in Portugal’s Côa Valley
The New York Times – Travel:A trek in a remote corner of the Iberian Peninsula brought a writer face-to-face with ancient oaks, rewilding efforts and prehistoric cave art.
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This Canal System Transformed Arizona. It’s Now in Jeopardy.
The New York Times – On the Runway:Decades ago, the state won funding for a massive Colorado River project by agreeing to be first in line for cuts at a time of deep drought. The Trump administration says that time has come.
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Rafting Through the Grand Canyon on a Depleting Colorado River
The New York Times – Travel:As water levels on the Colorado River fall to historic lows, a rafting trip through the canyon feels even more precious.
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Drought Threatens a Vital Economic Artery in the Heart of Europe
The New York Times – Business:The Rhine conveys vessels and cargo that power European industry. Record low water levels are disrupting supply chains, adding costs and presenting fresh risks to growth.
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A Hiker Confronts His Fear of Heights at Ausable Chasm in Upstate N.Y.
The New York Times – Travel:A jittery hiker signed up for a via ferrata tour on the cliffs of an Adirondacks gorge. Here’s what he learned on the ledges, rungs and exposed bridges.
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The Fragile Hope for Salmon Recovery in Maine
The New York Times – Business:A long-term project to remove or modify dams may clear the way for endangered wild Atlantic salmon to swim freely up to the Sandy River. But it faces opposition from business and lawmakers.
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How to Prepare for Your First River Cruise
The New York Times – Business:As cruises gain popularity among travelers, here’s what to know before setting sail down a river.
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Hydropower Is Getting Less Reliable as the World Needs More Energy
Demand for power is growing fast, but hydro plants, the oldest source of clean energy, are struggling because of droughts, floods and other extreme weather linked to climate change.
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The Global Climate Leadership Vacuum
The United States is largely absent from the United Nations climate negations in Brazil. So who is stepping up?