Grand Canyon, Floating the River
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Writer Ruth Kirk muses on the the awe-inspiring nature of the Grand Canyon, and the effect that it has on a person who chooses to float the river.
Aired: 09/11/09
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Clip: Season 1 | 1m 36s
Writer Ruth Kirk muses on the the awe-inspiring nature of the Grand Canyon, and the effect that it has on a person who chooses to float the river.
Aired: 09/11/09
Rating: NR
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