The saga of The Emerald Mile is a thrilling adventure, as well as a magisterial portrait of the hidden kingdom of white water at the bottom of the greatest river canyon on earth. This one is, and Fedarko's book is as inspiring as a dory itself, flying down a wild river. And then God gave me a sign. Bring your club to Amazon Book Clubs, start a new book club and invite your friends to join, or find a club thats right for you for free. It was an amazing trip that I hope everyone has an opportunity to experience. It must be required reading for the guides as their tales and behavior reflected the ones served up in this book. In fact, it would not be overblown to say The Emerald Mile deserved a spot on the bookshelf alongside such enduring classics as Cadillac Desert, Desert Solitaire and Encounters with the Archdruid. Reviewed in the United States on December 4, 2022. The book provided the exploration history of the Grand Canyon, and while interesting, was a struggle to read through. Some of it, like the struggle for protection of the grand canyon itself and how it almost got turned into a reservoir, was very cool and helped provide context for the attitude of the people who were sort of the spiritual forefathers to the rafting guides. Holly Black is theauthor of more than 30 fantasy novels, including Tithe, The Coldest Girl in Coldtown, and her 2022 adult debut,Book of To see what your friends thought of this book, The Emerald Mile: The Epic Story of the Fastest Ride in History Through the Heart of the Grand Canyon. Probably more information and history behind the great dams of the west, Grand Canyon, Lake Powell and river running than most people want/need, but I ended up really liking this and the narrator was great! No Hassle Return. I only gave it four stars because the font was rather small for these old, tired eyes. Specifically, this book is about the 1983 flood that washed down the Colorado Basin into Lake Powell, forcing a massive, unprecedented flood down the Colorado River and through Grand Canyon. In the midst of this crisis, the decision to launch a small wooden dory named "The Emerald Mile" at the head of the Grand Canyon, just fifteen miles downstream from the Glen Canyon Dam, seemed not just odd, but downright suicidal. I have no doubt it will become an instant classic, a timeless chronicle of what can still be legitimately called the American spirit." I knew from a friend's recommendation that this book would be exciting, and it was. Granted, the waters were coming out of the dam at 94,000 cfs rather than 6-8,000 cfs but can't you drown in a bathtub? Reading this book is a great escape to what feels like a simpler time with the high drama of a dam that may fail and river guides who may not survive a stunt that only those who run rivers would ever conceive of undertaking. Impressively well-researched and very well-written. The book may have some highlights, notes, underlined pages. Just barely. And he motioned, with his head, towards the river. In the midst of this crisis, the decision to launch a small wooden dory named The Emerald Mile at the head of the Grand Canyon, just fifteen miles downstream from the Glen Canyon Dam, seemed not just odd, but downright suicidal. The saga of The Emerald Mile is a thrilling adventure, as well as a magisterial portrait of the hidden kingdom of white water at the bottom of the greatest river canyon on earth. I have no doubt it will become an instant classic, a timeless chronicle of what can still be legitimately called the American spirit." As a writer, he'll make you understand it, savor it, and ultimately love it as you never have before. Kevin Fedarkos superb book presents the Grand Canyon in a way most people will never see it from the bottom up, with a strong emphasis on the river that carved the Canyons unique features and which provides the most accessible route for the much smaller number of tourists lucky enough to experience the beautiful natural and geologic features of the lower Canyon. So it is a great boon of Fedarko's book that he tells the story of the dam, and of the engineers and techinicians who built it with as much respect and homage as he gives to the dorymen." To float, to drift, savoring the pulse of the river on its odyssey through the canyon, and above all, to postpone the unwelcome and distinctly unpleasant moment when one is forced to reemerge and reenter the world beyond the rim-that is the paramount goal., But they have preserved an aspect of the American persona that is uniquely vital to the health of this republic. Did you, Kenton and Wren realize that your time could be beaten by kayak at normal flows? .orange-text-color {color: #FE971E;} Discover additional details about the events, people, and places in your book, with Wikipedia integration. So much history and info! The Emerald Mile, at one time slated to be destroyed, was rescued and brought back to life by Kenton Grua, the . Orkins Lava flip and recovery has every bit of the drama and suspense of the Emerald Miles Crystal episode in 83. He had Rick Parsons and Henry Dhieux speak about putting up those plywood flash boards that held off the flood at Glen Canyon Dam in 1983 while the Bureau of Reclamation considered their options to contain and control the Colorado River. Except for books, Amazon will display a List Price if the product was purchased by customers on Amazon or offered by other retailers at or above the List Price in at least the past 90 days. Until the Marble Canyon Lodge burned down in 2013, they had a large photo of the 1983 flip of Tour West hanging on the wall that was taken by Richard Kocim. According to his obituary he is buried in Flagstaff. Am a water engineer, and know what makes a 20 foot standing wave. This is terrific narrative nonfiction. Amazon has encountered an error. There is also a lot of information about dams and the environmental aspect of building them. Discover why The Emerald Mile by Kevin Fedarko is such a great book to read. Both your 1983 descent and Ben Orkins recent run required overcoming some pretty intense swims to go on and set the record. It looks like WhatsApp is not installed on your phone. Expecting a mild adventure read, I ordered this book based on some comments in the Outside book club Facebook group. It details the setting of the rowing speed record through the Grand Canyon during the 1983 flood at Glen Canyon Dam by river guides Kenton Grua, Rudi Petschek, and Steve "Wren" Reynolds. .orange-text-color {font-weight:bold; color: #FE971E;}Enjoy features only possible in digital start reading right away, carry your library with you, adjust the font, create shareable notes and highlights, and more. In the midst of this crisis, the decision to launch a small wooden dory named "The Emerald Mile" at the head of the Grand Canyon, just fifteen miles downstream from the Glen Canyon Dam, seemed not just odd, but downright suicidal. Pub Date: May 7, 2013 ISBN: 978-1-4391-5985-9 Page Count: 432 Publisher: Scribner I just completed this Epic Novel on the Grand Canyon Dory speed run in 1983. Kenton Grua and Georgie White, first professional river guide. The book provided the exploration history of the Grand Canyon, and while interesting, was a struggle to read through. I would have rated it higher except for the fact that the first 100 pages were a struggle. At first it just intrigued me with its promise of crazy adventure, but once started, I was hooked on the whole, incredible story. While some visitors undertake back-country hikes, most people are content to enjoy the views from the South Rim, and do not venture much below the rim. This lost treasure still evokes wonder in what lies in Glen Canyonthe 170-mile natural paradise legendary for its secret grottoes, waterfalls, beautiful ravines and isolated side canyons like Hidden Passage before it was flooded by Lake Powell upon the completion of the Glen Canyon Dam in 1963. It is spiritual and there is no better place to connect with God than the Grand Canyon. Eligible for Return, Refund or Replacement within 30 days of receipt, The book may have minor cosmetic wear like creased spine, cover, scratches, curled corners, folded pages, minor sunburn, minor water damage, minor bent. That spring, a massive snowmelt sent runoff racing down the Colorado River toward the Glen Canyon Dam. We dont share your credit card details with third-party sellers, and we dont sell your information to others. Best book about a true story that I've read in a long time! "The Emerald Mile is the rarest of creations-a magical convergence of words and paper, wood and water, rock and sky, human character and cosmic caprice. Please try again. , The book is at its heart an engrossing meditation on the eternal struggle between man and nature. Not to mention I live next to Glen Canyon Dam and love Lees Ferryso, this book Gripped me hard too! I knew almost nothing about the Grand Canyon or the Colorado River watershed when I picked up this book, now Im swimming in information and loving it! The Emerald Mile, at one time slated to be destroyed, was rescued and brought back to life by Kenton Grua, the . Theres a rumor that Kenton built another dory specifically for a speed attempt. One of the best non-fiction books Ive had the privilege of reading. It appealed to two of my interests: engineering, with its descriptions of how the personnel at the Glen Canyon Dam dealt with the huge water inflows from the El Nino event and the damage caused to the spillways, and whitewater rafting, with its descriptions of the fastest ride and how rafting companies, their customers, and the river rangers dealt with the dang. No doubt the drama of that ride is exciting, but the book also provides a deep look into the discovery of the Grand Canyon, the origins of the Glen Canyon Dam & the Hoover Dam, the graceful wooden dory, and how the famous Colorado river silt changed the landscape of Southern California including the creation of the Salton Sea. One of the best I've seen lately. This one is, and Fedarkos book is as inspiring as a dory itself, flying down a wild river. Also, the depth and level of detail that Kevin Fedarko takes us towhile weaving much of the background story of Grand Canyon into this epic tailis fundamentally necessary to help us fully understand those moments surrounding the speed run. Worthwhile. -- Bob Shacochis , author of Swimming in the Volcano and Easy in the Islands, put readers inside the adventurers' boats, even if they have only ever imagined the Grand Canyon or seen it in pictures an epic-sized true-life adventure tale that appeals to both the heart and the head." Just got off the river last week at mile 225. Reviewed in the United States on September 19, 2022. The history of Crystal Rapid is detailed and very appropriate to prepare us for the ride ahead. . The Emerald Mile is the exhilarating true story of that epic attempt to capture the speed record for the fastest boat ride through the Grand Canyon ever. Your non-motorized record, which lasted more than 30 years, has been broken twice in three days. So I asked him if he knew Kenton Grua. We work hard to protect your security and privacy. It was fun reading it after the trip too. Click Here : https://clickhere-03.blogspot.com/?book=1439159858 From one of Outside magazine?s ?Literary All-Stars? Fedarko was a staff writer at Time magazinefrom 1991 to 1997, where his work helped garner an Overseas Press Club Award for a story on the assassination of Yitzhak Rabin. His descriptions brought every scene to life for me - even when (or especially when) he goes off on a lyrical tangent - e.g., " And peeking over the cliffs like a Chinese lantern was a swollen, yellow globe that draped the folds of the surrounding plat. I also told him that I had intended to pay my respects at Grua's grave but could not find it. Among many other things, those dirtbag river runners uphold the virtue of disobedience: the principle that in a free society, defiance for its own sake sometimes carries value and meaning, if only because power in all of its formscommercial, governmental, and moralshould not always and without question be handed what it demands., National Outdoor Book Award for History/Biography (2013), PEN/ESPN Award for Literary Sports Writing Nominee for Shortlist (2014), National Outdoor Book Award winners, selected titles, Girls Who Bite! In the midst of this crisis, beneath the light of a full moon, a trio of river guides secretly launched a small, hand-built wooden boat, a dory named the Emerald Mile, into the Colorado just below the dams base and rocketed toward the dark chasm downstream, where the torrents of water released by the dam engineers had created a rock . The story of this epic run became widely known through Kevin Fedarkos 2013 book also called The Emerald Mile, which relied heavily on interviews conducted with Petschek. Their aim was to set a speed record for the 277-mile passage, a record that could never be beaten. It would have been longer for better straight-line speed, and outfitted for a solo run. Brilliant! Against that backdrop, three river guides pushed their dory, the Emerald Mile, into the torrent. From dam technology and politics, to wooden dory building, to reading rapids - you name it - all tied together and culminating in the most amazing feat by an unlikely crew of 3 fascinating and very different individuals. I was not roughing it, I was experiencing life!! I've loaned Emerald Mile to my brother, but it's a keeper! For access to exclusive gear videos, celebrity interviews, and more, subscribe on YouTube! This book is built around a record human-powered speed run in a wooden boat through the Grand Canyon. Rudi Petschek on the river. The Emerald Mile: The Epic Story of the Fastest Ride in History Through the Heart of the Grand Canyon is a 2013 non-fiction book written by Kevin Fedarko. At first it just intrigued me with its promise of crazy adventure, but once started, I was hooked on the whole, incredible story. Emerald Mile : the Epic Story of the Fastest Ride in History Through the Heart of the Grand Canyon Item Length: 8.4in. In 1983, following a devastating flood that led to one of the most disastrous dam wreckages in history, a trio of rafters launched a small wooden dory named The Emerald Mile just 15 miles from the failed Glen Canyon Dam. I highly recommend "The Emerald Mile" by Kevin Fedarko. Whats one of the best memories from your speed runs? Clearly he interviewed everyone from river guides to Bureau of Reclamation and National Park Service officials, but he never really seems to take sides. ${cardName} not available for the seller you chose. That these came as a bonus and lasted a third of a century was truly unexpected. Fedarko was a staff writer at. 1996-2023, Amazon.com, Inc. or its affiliates. So you see, the challenges are opposite, except for overall endurance which is common to both. The written version of the book is absolutely brilliant! This resulted in a temporary steady release of 37,000 cfs, which brings us to factor number two: OPPORTUNITY! This book takes me right back there. He absolutely devoured this book. document.getElementById( "ak_js_1" ).setAttribute( "value", ( new Date() ).getTime() ); This site uses Akismet to reduce spam. I sensed he was welling up under is sunglasses. It took me a while to understand the author was painting a broad picture of the background leading up to the main event, and after my initial impatience to get to the adventure, began to really enjoy Just finished it and I am exhausted - what a beautifully crafted story. Fedarko was a staff writer at. I had wanted to pay my respects to Kenton Grua and had resolved my self that I would not. Crystal scares the living hell out of me after reading the book but life should be filled with adventure, right? Was there story that inspired you in the early 80s? The Emerald Mile, at one time slated to be destroyed, was rescued and brought back to life by Kenton Grua, the man . Long story short, in 1983 Kenton and two friends secretly launched their boat at midnight during a historical 'superstorm' and went on to successfully set a new Grand Canyon speed record. I have no doubt it will . Kit and I checked both Flagstaff cemeteries and Kenton Grua was not buried in either location. 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The entire first half is more of a history and geology lesson about the Grand Canyon and river rafting. Boulder Weekly"Powerful and poetic passages put readers inside the adventurers' boats, even if they have only ever imagined the Grand Canyon or seen it in pictures an epic-sized true-life adventure tale that appeals to both the heart and the head." Fedarko was a staff writer at Time magazine from 1991 to 1997, where his work helped garner an Overseas Press Club Award for a story on the assassination of Yitzhak Rabin. The author really takes you there with all the details of the history of the Grand Canyon, John Wesley Powell and his explorations, geology of the area, background of all the characters involved, the history of the Glen Canyon Dam and many others and the environmentalist fighting against their construction. Lots of pertinent information. Did he survive? It's a story about how the El Nino event and the inherent wildness of the Colorado River fought against man's attempts to tame the river and almost won, almost causing a huge disaster. Reviewed in the United States on October 19, 2022. The tale of your speed descents has no doubt inspired new generations to take up the challenge presented by the canyon. He really went deep on those. I had no idea all that was happening in the '80's. Wasnt that like comparing apples and oranges, or, as river historian Tom Martin put it in a comment on our website, apples and pasta? Please try again. But. I really enjoyed that book, especially Kevins deep dive on Glen Canyon Dam and Crystal Rapid. Kindle readers can highlight text to save their favorite concepts, topics, and passages to their Kindle app or device. Enjoy the rides! The Emerald Mile. Deseret News"The Emerald Mile is the rarest of creationsa magical convergence of words and paper, wood and water, rock and sky, human character and cosmic caprice. The saga of "The Emerald Mile" is a thrilling adventure, as well as a magisterial portrait of the hidden kingdom of white water at the bottom of the greatest river canyon on earth. The guide, his back to the river, looked me in the eye. Lol, just kidding (barely). Bens recovery from his Lava experience, solo in the dark in mid-winter, makes his feat infinitely more impressive. This book announces Fedarko as a major writing talent and at last sets forth the full story of an American legendthe legend of The Emerald Mile. We see Dorys all the time here in Flagstaff, but this one is special, it's the Emerald Mile, the boat used by Kenton Grua (who was also the first person to walk the entire length of Grand Canyon), Rudi Petschek and Steve Reynolds in 1983 to make the historic "speed run" through the Grand Canyon. From one of Outside magazine's "Literary All-Stars" comes the thrilling true tale of the fastest boat ride ever, down the entire length of the Colorado River and through the Grand Canyon, during the legendary flood of 1983. In the midst of this crisis, the decision to launch a small wooden dory named "The Emerald Mile" at the head . Neither experimental flows nor the big flood were considerations, as at the time these were beyond even our imagination. But Kenton Grua, the captain of that dory, was determined to use the flood as a hydraulic slingshot that would hurl him and his companions through 277 miles of some of the most ferocious white water in North America and, if everything went as planned, catapult the Emerald Mile into legend as the fastest boat ever propelled - by oar, by motor . I sent an email to my party promising to find the Emerald Mile and to visit the grave of famous river guide Kenton Grua. I listened to the audio book on a road trip. In the midst of this crisis, the decision to launch a small wooden dory named "The Emerald Mile" at the head of the Grand Canyon, just fifteen miles downstream from the Glen Canyon Dam, seemed not just odd, but downright suicidal. So fascinating, was such a great audio book! It's not really a story just about the fastest ride, which is a small part of the book. To float, to drift, savoring the pulse of the river on its odyssey through the canyon, and above all, to postpone the unwelcome and . Do you think a team in such craft could challenge the Emerald Miles time at normal flows or on a 40,000 cfs pulse flow? This book is full of adventure, chronicling the fastest journey through the Grand Canyon on a watercraft. from 1991 to 1997, where his work helped garner an Overseas Press Club Award for a story on the assassination of Yitzhak Rabin. It was truly spectacular! On the latter trip, the three men took turns on the oars, rowing illegally through day and night on a flood of 72,000 cubic feet per second, the largest the Grand had seen since the construction of Glen Canyon Dam in the 1960s. Not everyone will want to invest the time necessary to fully appreciate this exquisite work of narrative nonfiction. While some visitors undertake back-country hikes, most people are content to enjoy the views from the South Rim, and do not venture much below the rim. I try to picture myself in the EM during our speed run, in the thrashing turbulence and the monstrous waves which, as the boat approached them, kept changing the direction so we wouldnt know how to point the boat to hit them straight, often requiring a major adjustment at the very last instant. The goal was to nail the all-time record for the fastest boat ever propelledby oar, by motor, or by the grace of God himselfdown the entire length . This book takes me right back there. I picked up this book for my teenage son while my husband and I visited the Grand Canyon. Then in 83, again opportunity, this time to set the record to where the oar-powered record would be near unreachable. My only regret is that I didn't read this book before going. This item can be returned in its original condition for a full refund or replacement within 30 days of receipt. Well-told, deeply-researched, engaging to read book. , as the natural wonder of which he writes the books goes beyond your typical river porn, offering a wide appeal to everyone from history buffs and the Popular Mechanics set to environmentalists and outdoor enthusiasts. Fedarko is a great writer (I've enjoyed his pieces in Outside for years), and he puts the speed run in context with the Grand Canyon's history, geology and hydrology, river-running culture, and the dam-building era. It took me a while to understand the author was painting a broad picture of the background leading up to the main event, and after my initial impatience to get to the adventure, began to really enjoy the detail of the lead up to the speed run. . A unforgettable journey of 188 miles from Lake Powell to Lava Falls. There was a problem loading your book clubs. The Emerald Mile is a fantastic read, and an instant throw-back for me to those days on the river. Now a resident of Nevada City, California, the 82-year-old river guide whos been down the Grand Canyon a whopping 94 times, shared his thoughts on the recent events over email. Secondly, a longer dory would sacrifice ease of pivoting. In the tradition of Kon Tiki or Touching the Void, The Emerald Mile is a story of adventure that transcends most writing of extreme exploits. Accessories such as CD, codes, toys, may not be included . Also, I have issues with people taking extreme risks just to set a record but that doesnt affect the quality of the book. The Emerald Mile $19.99 Qty: Quantity in Cart: None Required reading for 12th grade English elective, River and Rock In the winter of 1983, the largest El Nino event on record, a series of superstorms, battered the West. The Emerald Mile | Book by Kevin Fedarko | Official Publisher Page | Simon & Schuster About The Book About The Author Product Details Related Articles Raves and Reviews Resources and Downloads The Emerald Mile The Epic Story of the Fastest Ride in History Through the Heart of the Grand Canyon By Kevin Fedarko Trade Paperback LIST PRICE $19.99 In the midst of this crisis, the decision to launch a small wooden dory named "The Emerald Mile" at the head of the Grand Canyon, just fifteen miles downstream from the Glen Canyon Dam, seemed not just odd, but downright suicidal. Wed love your help. Kenton Grua in the 2000s. 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