On Jan 6, 2007, at 8:23 AM, TurquoiseB wrote:

> Yes, it's a mile deep. If you're considering doing
> any strenous hiking or biking, do read the guide-
> lines provided by the Park Service. Especially
> regarding water and carrying enough of it. Dozens
> of people die there every year of dehydration,
> many of them seasoned hikers from other countries
> who are used to hiking long distances, but who
> did not realize how much water they'd need in
> a desert climate.

I would think going in a group would be the way to do this, safety in 
numbers and all that.  Nice description.

Sal

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