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GCI Fall Conference
Join us December 4, 2008 for a groundbreaking conference at the University of Utah, Adjusting
to Less Water: Climate Change and the Colorado River. The conference will feature presentations of the
latest scientific research, identify areas where further study is needed, and examine
policy changes needed to ensure a sustainable water supply while protecting the Colorado River,
Glen Canyon, and Grand Canyon ecosystems
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Katie Lee Exhibit and Event
The Cline Library at Northern Arizona University is pleased to announce the debut
of a new exhibit celebrating the life and living legacy of outspoken Southwest environmental
activist, author, and folksinger Katie Lee.
As part of the exhibit festivities, the Cline Library will host a free public event
with Katie on Saturday, October 4 from 5:00 to 6:00 p.m. in the Cline Library Assembly Hall.
Please plan on attending for a memorable evening of Katie's stories, songs, and readings,
featuring rarely-seen or heard photos and folk operas.
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Glen Canyon In The News!
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July 21st, 2008
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Powell Pipeline Looks Less Like Smart Idea
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More scientists are making more dire predictions about how much the Colorado River water
levels could shrink in coming years due to climate change and less snowpack in the Rockies.
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July 18th, 2008
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Powell Pipeline now tabbed at $1.1 Billion
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The estimated cost of building the Lake Powell pipeline has nearly doubled in three years and
could continue to grow.
State officials on Friday say they expect construction of the 174-mile pipeline that would
bring water to Washington, Kane and Iron counties would cost at least $1.1 billion. In 2005, the
cost estimate was $585 million.
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June 19th, 2008
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Is pipeline agency up to Task?
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A powerful Western water official says the federal agency Utah has chosen to manage environmental
studies for the Lake Powell Pipeline project isn't up to the job and could worsen Colorado River
shortages.
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Learn about Glen Canyon before Lake Powell.
Visit this inspiring
website to see spectacular photos of Glen Canyon in the
early 1960s before it was flooded. Taken by renowned
photographer Phil Pennington, these pictures show lost natural
wonders that will be revealed as the reservoir depth
continues to decline.
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Cathedral in the Desert, 2005
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