Canyoneering Adventure

On our last day at Zion, we went on a canyoneering adventure. A professional company outfitted us with backbacks, climbing gear and hiking boots/socks and then taught us how to rappel down a series of cliffs in a slot canyon near Zion. Most cliffs were 20-30 feet but one was 110. We had a blast! It was fun to learn as a family and to all be beginners together. All our girls did great! Our thanks to Zion Adventure Company guides Lisa and Jessie for their excellent coaching and guidance.

At the mouth of the canyon -- we gained
800 vertical feet at the start of the day
















Check out the cool hiking booties





















Michaela on a 30 foot drop





















Michaela's 110 foot descent
which included both rappelling and
a zip-line finish over water





















Jessica's first descent -- all smiles a
just a bit of nervousness
















Jessica's 110 foot descent -- she handled it
like an old pro!
















Jenna rappelling down 30 foot drop
















At the precipice of the 110' drop





















Carrie Ruth cruises down





















Ready to rock-n-roll
















Lunch break!