The remote and seldom-visited northwestern section of the Grand Canyon is home to a few of the most geologically-significant and visually-stunning destinations parkwide. Cliff-forming rock strata found here are often much thicker than in most of the canyon, forming spectacular narrow side canyons that cradle robust desert streams. Twin Point, located in this network of canyons, is a junction from which many circuitous hiking routes radiate, including one to an all-but-hidden natural bridge.

The many navigational challenges in this pristine wilderness provide the backdrop for a skills-based workshop that will cover practical geology, desert backpacking, Leave No Trace camping, route-finding, water management, food storage, and the proper use of map and compass.

The class will rendezvous north of the Grand Canyon and carpool to the trailhead on rough dirt roads. The ideal candidate for this class is a veteran off-trail backpacker in the Grand Canyon. Please inquire to see if you qualify.