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Tour Dates: July 23 - 26, 2020
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Hello Fellow Travelers,
Thank you for registering for our upcoming Jay Seegert (The Starting Point Project) / Russ Miller (Creation, Evolution & Science Ministries) Grand Canyon Rim & Raft Tour July 23 - 26, 2020. We're excited you can join us for this inspiring, faith-building tour. The trip is still a few weeks out, but we wanted to get you some much-needed information regarding the tour and what to expect. Carefully review the details below which answer some frequently asked questions about the tour including information regarding arrival, hotels, packing lists, etc. An itinerary is also below along with a link for a printable copy. Finally, please RSVP with lunch choices for yourself and all those in your group (scroll to the bottom of this page to make selections). If you have any questions, don't hesitate to contact Carol at (262) 422-1918. |
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Arrival & Lodging
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Where should I meet the group if I'm driving?
If you are driving into Phoenix, safe travels! We'll meet you at the hotel. What if I'm flying? Please fly into Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport (PHX). This is where the free hotel shuttle will pick you up. If you fly into Phoenix-Mesa Gateway Airport, there is NO shuttle, and you will have to make other arrangements to get to the hotel. How do I call the hotel shuttle? Once you arrive at the airport and have collected your baggage , please call the hotel's front desk and request their free shuttle. Tell them you are with the Creation Grand Canyon trip. The phone number to call is (480) 804-9544. Let them know your arrival terminal. They will give you instructions regarding where to meet them and come pick you up in their van. Where are we staying in Phoenix/Tempe? The tour includes lodging for all nights. The first and last night we will be staying near the Phoenix airport in Tempe, AZ, at: Hyatt Place Tempe/Phoenix Airport 1413 W Rio Salado Parkway Tempe, AZ 85281 The phone number is (480) 804-9544. |
When should we arrive?
Check-in time at the hotel is 3:00 PM or later. Check-out time is no later than 11:00 AM. However, we've never had a problem if you need to check-in a little early or check-out a little late. Please try to arrive before 5:00 PM so you can check-in and get settled before dinner. What time is the first scheduled event? Dinner will be provided at the hotel from 6:15 - 7:15 PM. Following dinner there will be a brief orientation meeting at 7:15 PM in one of the hotel's conference rooms. Jay will talk briefly, hand-out information and name tags, and have a meet-and-greet time. Where are we staying the second night? The second night we are staying in Page, AZ, at Hyatt Place Page/Lake Powell. The address is: Hyatt Place Page/Lake Powell 1126 N Navajo Drive Page, AZ 86040. The phone number is (928) 212-2200. |
Frequently Asked Questions
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What should I wear?
Our trips are very casual. The weather can be variable, so pack layers of clothing. Wear whatever you are comfortable in for walking outside and also riding in a river raft (the raft trip is very calm). What can I bring on the bus? There is plenty of room on the bus for snacks, books, backpacks, cameras, jackets, etc. Your larger luggage will go below the bus and will be inaccessible during the day. What are the temperatures like? Phoenix/Tempe and Page, AZ will be warm. Summer temperatures during the day can be 90 - 110 degrees. Both Hyatt Place Tempe/Phoenix Airport and Hyatt Place Page/Lake Powell have outdoor pools. Bring your swimsuits. The Grand Canyon Rim is usually slightly cooler. |
What should I wear on the Rim hike?
We recommend wearing comfortable walking shoes for our hike along the Rim. The Rim hike does not go down into the Canyon. It does go out to Creation Rock and back (approximately 1-mile). There will also be a short walk at Desert View Point. What should I wear on the raft tour? On river raft day, we suggest you wear whatever you are comfortable in. You will not get wet except for an occasional splash. |
Suggested Packing List
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Rim & Raft Tour Itinerary
* Please arrive at the bus 5 minutes before DEPARTURE times - thanks!
Thursday - July 23, 2020
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Arrive at Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport (PHX) - Phoenix, AZ or at the hotel.
If arriving by plane, - once you have your bags, call the Hyatt Place Tempe/Phoenix Airport location Phoenix, AZ, at (480) 804-9544 to have their free shuttle pick you up. Please tell them you are with the Creation Grand Canyon Trip. Address: Hyatt Place Tempe/Phoenix Airport, 1413 W Rio Salado Parkway, Tempe, AZ 85281 Phone Number: (480) 804-9544 |
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6:15 - 7:15 PM
7:15 - 7:45 PM |
Buffet dinner at the hotel - Salads, Hamburgers or Chicken Breast (for sandwiches)
Orientation meeting with Jay Seegert (conference room, first floor) |
Friday - July 24, 2020
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6:00 - 6:45 AM
6:45 AM 7:00 AM 9:30 - 9:45 AM 11:20 AM 11:30 AM - 12:09 PM 12:10 - 12:45 PM 12:45 PM 1:00 PM 1:05 PM 2:15 PM 3:00 PM 3:00 - 3:44 PM 3:45 PM 4:25 PM 5:10 - 6:44 PM 6:45 PM 8:00 PM |
Bring your luggage to the hotel lobby & breakfast at the hotel
Load your luggage and get seated on the coach bus Depart for the South Rim of the Grand Canyon Brief (15-minute) rest stop/pick-up at Little America - Flagstaff, AZ Arrive at Grand Canyon South Rim - Mather Point Picnic lunches & free time at Mather Point Amphitheater on the canyon rim Creation & Flood Talk (at Mather Point) Depart by bus for Bright Angel Lodge Arrive at Bright Angel Lodge Coconino Sandstone & Trackway talk Option a): Begin Rim hike to Creation Rock & back (1 mile) Option b): Relax in the Bright Angel Lodge area (ice cream shop here). Depart Bright Angel Lodge for Desert View Point Arrive at Desert View Point Free time at Desert View Point Meet in front of Rock Tower for a short walk to discuss Canyon formation Depart Grand Canyon for Cameron Trading Post - Cameron, AZ Dinner at Cameron Trading Post - Cameron, AZ (Restaurant Dinner) Depart Cameron Trading Post for Page, AZ, and hotel Arrive at Hyatt Place Page/Lake Powell in Page, AZ - check-in Address: Hyatt Place Page/Lake Powell, 1126 N Navajo Dr, Page, AZ, 85281 Phone Number: (928) 212-2200 |
Saturday - July 25, 2020
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6:15 AM
6:30 AM 7:00 AM 7:15 AM 7:15 - 11:00 AM 11:00 AM 11:15 AM 1:00 PM 1:25 PM 1:45 - 2:19 PM 2:20 PM 3:10 PM 3:55 - 4:10 PM 5:50 PM 6:30 - 7:30 PM |
Luggage to the bus
Breakfast Depart for Raft company Begin Raft adventure Raft Trip Land at Lee's Ferry (restroom break) Depart for Tempe/Phoenix, AZ - lunch & resource sales in route Dinosaur tracks! Depart Dinosaur tracks location Rest Stop at Cameron Trading Post (Souvenirs) Depart Cameron Trading Post - Cameron, AZ Drop off at Little America, Flagstaff, AZ Brief (15-minute) rest stop - exit 296 Arrive at the Hyatt Place Tempe/Phoenix Airport hotel - Phoenix, AZ - check-in Pizza & Salad party at the hotel |
Sunday - July 26, 2020
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7:00 - 8:30 AM
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Breakfast and head to the airport/home as needed
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Meals / Water
Below are some frequently asked questions regarding the menu options available.
Important: Please review the lunch menus below and fill out the Menu RSVP form with
your party's lunch choices as soon as possible. Thanks!
Important: Please review the lunch menus below and fill out the Menu RSVP form with
your party's lunch choices as soon as possible. Thanks!
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What if I have food allergies?
We try to be accommodating with food choices, but if you have food allergies, we suggest you bring the food you need. Water? We recommend bringing a refillable water bottle. There are fill up stations at the canyon and the water is very good! What about breakfast? Included each day at Hyatt Places Hey, what's for lunch each day? See the menu options below. Please RSVP! |
What's on the menu for night one?
A Variety of Salads, Hamburgers or Chicken Breast Sandwiches, Desserts & Beverages (Gluten Free & Vegetarian Options available). Dinner will run from 6:00 - 7:30 PM. For those who have flights that will not make the dinner, a $15.00 voucher for use in the hotel cafe is available. What's on the menu for dinner night two? Order off the menu at Cameron Trading Post Restaurant What's on the menu for dinner night three? Pizza party at Hyatt Place - a variety of pizzas, salad, soft drinks, and cookies for dessert Are there gluten free or vegetarian options? We do have gluten free and vegetarian options on the lunch menus, at the buffet, and at the pizza party. Everything else you will choose for yourself. |
Lunch Menus
- Please review the lunch menus for Day One and Day Two below and then RSVP for each traveler in your party.
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Day One - Menu
All condiments are on the side Wildflower Roast Beef & Gorgonzola Sandwich
chips, fruit cup & cookie Wildflower Turkey Breast & Brie Sandwich
chips, fruit cup & cookie Wildflower Salad (Gluten Free)*
organic field greens, tomato, carrots, celery, jicama, red peppers, scallions, sunflower seeds & lavender with Cilantro Lime Vinaigrette *GLUTEN FREE - Served with gluten free chips & 2 fruit cups Wildflower Salad (Vegetarian)**
organic field greens, tomato, carrots, celery, jicama, red peppers, scallions, sunflower seeds & lavender with Cilantro Lime Vinaigrette ** VEGETARIAN - Served with chips & cookie |
*Day Two - Menu
Mustard, mayonnaise, oil & vinegar are on the side (packets) Turkey & Provolone Cheese Sub (12-inch)
chips, orange & cookie Ham & Swiss Cheese Sub (12-inch)
chips, orange & cookie Vegetable Salad*
lettuce, tomato, cucumber & black olives - oil & vinegar on the side (Optional: add grilled chicken - please select below) orange ** GLUTEN FREE Vegetable Salad**
lettuce, tomato, cucumber & black olives - oil & vinegar on the side orange, chips & cookie ** VEGETARIAN |
There are four lunch RSVP forms below. Please complete & submit one form for each traveler in your party. If there are more than four in your party, simply exit and then re-enter the site to add additional travelers.
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