Volume 9 , Issue 29

Kaibab National Forest

In 1906 by proclamation, President Theodore Roosevelt created the Grand Canyon Game Reserve which embraces part of the Kaibab National Forest. Its purpose is to assure perpetuation of the world famous Kaibab deer herd.

The forest service is responsible for maintenance and improvement of wildlife habitat, including development of water catchments, seeding of browse plants, and thinning of dense timber stands to stimulate growth of vegetation on the forest floor.

Deer hunting is strictly regulated in cooperation with the Arizona Game & Fish Department to maintain a balance between food supply and deer numbers.

You can read more about the Kaibab National Forest at this USDA Forest Service website. AND... if you are planning a stay on the North Rim of the Grand Canyon at their lodge cabins, you need to make reservations well in advance. We found that out while we were there. There was "No room in the Inn" for these wary travelers. BUT... we did get to eat dinner at the lodge which serves great food.
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