
In morning shadows with Granite Gorge as the backdrop

Leaving The Colorado on Wednesday morning

A last look back at Hance Rapids

Bruce leads the finding of the cairns

Working our way up towards the Tonto Plateau

A cautious approach to the 900 foot cliffs into Hance Creek Canyon

A slightly less cautious Ed on a promontory

Tal and Nate consult the map

Tal demonstrates some natural protection

The boys find shade in a small pour-off