VRP finishes successful river patrol mission
The Division of Visitor and Resource Protection (VRP) recently concluded a 14-day Colorado River oar-powered patrol mission. Canyon law enforcement rangers including Lisa Hendy, Ryan McDonald-O’Lear, Dan Hovanec, and Hunter Hamm were joined by South Rim Patrol Ranger, Mike Pakes. The river mission was focused on providing an NPS presence and support to the river community, provide Search and Rescue/first aid resources, conduct archaeological resource monitoring, and address and respond to resource issues along the river.
This spring, along with other divisions, VRP Rangers will be participating in a Basic Swiftwater Rescue course from March 14-16 at Lees Ferry. In April, VRP Rangers along with the staff from the South Rim Helibase will be conducting an advanced Motorboat Operator training course including shorthaul rescue operations. This summer from May through September 2022 there is a VRP motor trip patrol mission planned every month to further provide a patrol presence and support along the Colorado River. Stay tuned for more exciting updates from the VRP River Program!