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The U.S. Geological Survey expedition led by Colonel Claude Birdseye named this rapid in 1923. Earlier in the trip at Lee’s Ferry, the party learned the news by radio that President Warren G. Harding had passed away. While the expedition was laid over next to a cataract previously named Boulder Rapid, the group decided to change the name to honor the recently deceased president.
The lower Grand Canyon, as traveled by Western's 3 or 4 day expedition begins at Whitmore Wash (mile 188) and finishes at Lake Mead (mile 277).
This comprehensive PDF guides include river maps, overview, full itineraries, camping and weather information, details on physical requirements, packing lists and more.
