Tempered Hope: A Canyon's Return

When Lake Powell was full, many environmentalists believed Glen Canyon was lost forever, drowned beneath hundreds of feet of water. But today, with lake levels at historic lows, over 100,000 acres of Glen Canyon have re-emerged, challenging long-held narratives about environmental loss and recovery. This episode dives into that story. Part 5 of a 6-part series.

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For more info on Glen Canyon Archaeology, checkout: https://musnaz.org/collections/our-collections/anthropology-2/glen-canyon-2/

For photos of returning rapids, checkout: https://www.returningrapids.com/trip-reports

Written, hosted, and produced by Evelyn Baher-Murphy

This episode of Lifeblood was made possible by support from the Hulbert Center for Southwest Studies, the Colorado College Journalism Institute, the Utah Rivers Council, Colorado River and Trail Expeditions, Firefly Kitchens, Ceiba River Outfitters, and Outdoor Odysseys Sea Kayaking.

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