Experiencing the beauty and grandeur of the canyon, and realizing though we hiked a few miles, it was intriguing that we saw just a small bit of the vast canyon. I know I must come back to see more of the canyon.
2. From Landscapes and wildlife to history and adventure, what’s
the one thing about the Grand Canyon that has intrigued you?
Experiencing the beauty and grandeur of the canyon, and
realizing though we hiked a few miles, it was intriguing that we
saw just a small bit of the vast canyon. I know I must come back
to see more of the canyon.
Elizabeth Fleming Hikes
Arizona Dentist
Down the Grand Canyon
http://www.explorethecanyon.com
3. If this is your first visit to Grand Canyon, what motivated you to
visit? If this is a revisit, what’s your reason for wanting to come
back?
Though I had been to the Grand Canyon in the past, I had only
seen the Canyon from the South Rim. I had never hiked down
into the Canyon, so jumped at the chance to go backpacking with
my experienced dental friends.
Elizabeth Fleming Hikes
Arizona Dentist
Down the Grand Canyon
http://www.explorethecanyon.com
5. What are five things your Backpack to the Canyon must contain?
1) A camera. I actually brought 2! My iPhone and a small
camera to capture as many pictures as I could get!
2) Water and electrolytes, to avoid dehydration.
3) Duct tape- used to solve all kinds of problems including
taping blisters.
4) High energy snacks. I like nuts and dried fruits.
5) A head lamp. It gets plenty dark when the sun goes down!
Elizabeth Fleming Hikes
Arizona Dentist
Down the Grand Canyon
http://www.explorethecanyon.com
6. What is the best way to get to the Grand Canyon – By Air, By
Road or By Rail? Why?
Since I live in Arizona, the best way for me to get to the Grand
Canyon is by car. I can see and experience all the sights in and
around the canyon and stop when I want to explore something
further.
Elizabeth Fleming Hikes
Arizona Dentist
Down the Grand Canyon
http://www.explorethecanyon.com
8. What is travel to you in one word?
Exciting!
Elizabeth Fleming Hikes
Arizona Dentist
Down the Grand Canyon
http://www.explorethecanyon.com
9. What are three tips for an awesome budget trip to the Grand
Canyon?
Start planning your trip about a year or more in advance. Train
by hiking with your backpack. Make sure your shoes are the
proper size.
Elizabeth Fleming Hikes
Arizona Dentist
Down the Grand Canyon
http://www.explorethecanyon.com
11. What type of camera did you bring? Any tips on shooting the
Grand Canyon?
I brought both my iPhone with some detachable lenses and a
small Canon camera. It is hard to take a bad picture in the Grand
Canyon!
Elizabeth Fleming Hikes
Arizona Dentist
Grand Canyon South Rim
http://www.explorethecanyon.com
12. What surprised you about the Grand Canyon?
That we hiked just a small portion of the canyon. It is huge.
Once we had hiked out and were looking down into the canyon,
I was able to put it into perspective just how large the canyon
actually is.
Elizabeth Fleming Hikes
Arizona Dentist
Grand Canyon South Rim
http://www.explorethecanyon.com
14. As a travel destination, how would you rank the Grand Canyon
from 1 to 10?
10
Elizabeth Fleming Hikes
Arizona Dentist
Down the Grand Canyon
http://www.explorethecanyon.com
15. Tell us a little about yourself!
I am a dentist, born and raised in Arizona. My interests include
photography, travel and physical fitness. This was my first trip
down into the canyon. What a great experience! I am looking
forward to another trip, sometime in the future. Some dental
friends are avid Grand Canyon hikers, and they asked if I wanted
to experience a backpacking trip with them. Continue Reading
Elizabeth Fleming Hikes
Arizona Dentist
Down the Grand Canyon
http://www.explorethecanyon.com
17. Elizabeth Fleming
Scottsdale AZ,
United States
@DesertDentist
http://www.DesertRidgeSmiles
Elizabeth Fleming Hikes
Arizona Dentist
Grand Canyon South Rim
http://www.explorethecanyon.com