Edge-of-Time

This location is truly one of the more remarkable views north of the Grand Canyon in Arizona. Standing in solitude away from the bustling throng of tourists, one can really appreciate earth's geologic history and the amazing forces it took to create this amazing canyon.
Being on Navajo land added to my interest in this area. In fact, during my short stay, a Navajo rancher stopped by to ensure I had my permit and once he was satisfied I was law abiding, he regaled me with the fascinating history of the area. Apparently, not far north from this exact location, the proposed Marble Canyon Dam was surveyed. As a younger man, he and fellow tribe members took US government officials on a float trip down the Colorado River to survey potential dam locations. As it turned out, the sandstone in this area was not stable enough to support a dam, so the Glen Canyon dam was constructed a few miles up at Page, Arizona. Another amazing feature that is actually in this image, is an Anasazi Foot Bridge made of poles. It was constructed to move around one of the side canyons and is reported to be over 1100 years old! The walls of this canyon would be a challenge for any modern rock climber, but to do it without climbing gear and carry poles down or up the canyon is simply mind boggling. These Ancient Pueblo Peoples also built Moki Steps which are also still visible in the area to help navigate the sheer cliff faces. And how in the world did they carve out these toe and foot holds to begin with? Wow.
Hope you enjoy viewing this most amazing location!
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