Grand Arizona Creation Tour
Come along as we will investigate the truly awesome handiwork of God in northern Arizona, interpreting from a biblical, creationist, and catastrophist viewpoint.
We will be studying the archaeology, biology, geology, paleontology, and human culture of the area from the perspective of the Genesis account of Creation and and the judgment of the Flood of Noah.
Day 1 Our adventure begins in Phoenix, AZ. A luxury motorcoach will pick us up at the airport and take us to our base, Flagstaff, a beautiful mountain community nestled at the bottom of the San Francisco Peaks.
In the evening, we will visit Lowell Observatory in Flagstaff (where the former planet Pluto was discovered) for telescope viewing, multimedia presentation, and exhibit hall.
In the evening, we will visit Lowell Observatory in Flagstaff (where the former planet Pluto was discovered) for telescope viewing, multimedia presentation, and exhibit hall.
Day 2 Meteor Crater is our first stop. A park guide will lead our hike along the rim of this meteorite impact site, a giant bowl-shaped cavity that is nearly a mile across and over 550 feet deep! After a visit to the Meteor Crater Museum, we’re off to Petrified Forest National Park. We’ll stop at the Painted Desert Visitor Center and then continue on the 28-mile road through the park. We will stop at overlooks and short trails as we enjoy long-distance vistas of the Painted Desert’s layers of blues, purples, and grays that were created by iron, carbon, manganese, and other minerals.
Some sites along the road offer incredible views of petroglyphs etched in stone. We’ll hike the Crystal Forest Trail through countless huge petrified logs that hold amethyst and quartz crystals. We will also stop at the Rainbow Forest Museum and, after we leave the park, Jim Gray's Petrified Wood Company.
Day 3 Activities begin at Walnut Canyon National Monument. We’ll hike along the Island Trail that takes us by overhanging cliffs, past rooms that were dwelling places of the Sinagua Indians (“people without water”) over 800 years ago.
Then we’ll head for Wupatki and Sunset Crater Volcano National Monuments where we’ll take the 35-mile loop road observing the dramatic geological changes that were caused by volcanic and tectonic activity, transforming the landscape from desert to mountain in such a short distance and creating great biological diversity in the area. We’ll stop at the visitor centers, hike across lava flows, and see ancient ruins of the puebloan people.
Day 4 We will spend the day at the Grand Canyon, the most magnificent of the seven natural wonders of the world. The overwhelming views we will see are a testimony of the mighty power of our Lord and Creator! On the way, we’ll stop at a Navajo Indian trading post and see a spectacular view of the Little Colorado River Gorge. In Grand Canyon National Park, our motorcoach will take the South Rim Drive, stopping at breathtaking overlooks and fascinating places such as Desert View, Tuscayan Ruin and Museum, Grandview Point, Mather Point, and Yavapai Point Observation Station. We'll also have family time to explore Grand Canyon Village with its historic buildings and points of interest best seen by walking, and we'll look for the California condor, one of North America’s largest and rarest birds. We'll return to Phoenix to stay overnight.
Day 5 Take free shuttle from hotel to Sky Harbor Airport in Phoenix for flight home.
PLEASE NOTE:
Participants should be able to hike short distances easily. It is very important that every child demonstrates the ability and willingness to follow adult instructions and also be physically able to keep up with the group throughout the five days.
Minimum number: 20.
Maximum number: 35.
Minimum age: Eight years or entering third grade due to activities planned for the five days.
Cost: Cost varies for children and adults, depending on number in room (see registration form). Cost includes Creation tour guides, round trip motor coach transportation, motor coach driver and gratuity, snacks and water on motor coach, hotel accommodations, most meals, all entrance / admission / program fees, other guides and gratuities, and educational materials. Meals included are Day 2 breakfast and lunch, Day 3 breakfast and dinner, Day 4 breakfast and lunch, and Day 5 breakfast. You are responsible for the remaining meals. Airfare is not included.
CONTACT MERILEE CLIFTON at 407-808-4458 (cell / text) or [email protected] with any questions.
Participants should be able to hike short distances easily. It is very important that every child demonstrates the ability and willingness to follow adult instructions and also be physically able to keep up with the group throughout the five days.
Minimum number: 20.
Maximum number: 35.
Minimum age: Eight years or entering third grade due to activities planned for the five days.
Cost: Cost varies for children and adults, depending on number in room (see registration form). Cost includes Creation tour guides, round trip motor coach transportation, motor coach driver and gratuity, snacks and water on motor coach, hotel accommodations, most meals, all entrance / admission / program fees, other guides and gratuities, and educational materials. Meals included are Day 2 breakfast and lunch, Day 3 breakfast and dinner, Day 4 breakfast and lunch, and Day 5 breakfast. You are responsible for the remaining meals. Airfare is not included.
CONTACT MERILEE CLIFTON at 407-808-4458 (cell / text) or [email protected] with any questions.
Grand Arizona Creation Tour - Not currently scheduled.
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Questions? Contact Bill or Merilee Clifton at 407-808-4458 (cell / text) or [email protected].
Copyright © 2020 by Science Partners LLC. All rights reserved.
