This Aqua Blue River has a Dark side- Strangest Grand Canyon Death Day 2

When I first read the book "Over the Edge: Death in the Grand Canyon" I was amazed I had never heard of one particular story that occurred in a very unusual landscape.
My curiosity lead me to retrace a catastrophic series of events that occurred in the Hopi Salt Trail / Little Colorado River in August 2001. Into the Arizona Desert and down a flash - flood prone canyon that has two sides - One is blue and friendly. The other is black and deadly.
This place ended up exceeding all my expectations...
George Mancuso was a photographer and passionate explorer, Linda was a mother and Flagstaff resident, both in their late 40's / early 50's. Best wishes go to the families of these outdoor adventurers.
"Over the Edge: Death in the Grand Canyon" is written by Thomas M. Myers, Michael Patrick Ghiglieri
#googleearth #exploring #hiking #camping #grandcanyon #ancientdiscoveries #geology

[@brett8090]

That Soviet era looking boom hanging over the river looks like an ultrasonic range sensor. Probably used to monitor river levels.

[@the_pov_channel]

Neat. That makes sense

[@marksubblefield6092]

That is exactly what it is. It is a river gauge. www.cbrfc.noaa.gov/dbdata/station/flowgraph/flowgraph_hc.html?id=LCMA3&ptype=1&linear_flow=0

[@EtownScott]

The housing and cable on that are the same equipment that is used in industrial process. It's usually for sensor and detectors in plant automation. Very durable and expensive equipment.

[@RKBaxter]

I have to agree with the other people. It may have been installed after the accident or may be there is a history of accidents that goes back many years.

[@hgj2019]

At 2:50 the tree appears to be a locust. Thorns are nasty and can grow substantially longer than the short ones you showed. I have known locust thorns to puncture tractor tires. Locust wood is very dense. Almost as hard as ebony. It is rot and insect resistant, and has historically been used as fence posts. Interesting stuff.

[@TheWhore2culture]

Your channel is a new discovery for me & as a 60 year old settled in the heart of Central London, it's just awesome to vicariously enjoy your experience. From 14-23,my parents were based in Oman,at one point we were right up in Khasab,then a tiny oasis fishing village right on the Strait of Hormuz. Myself, my younger sister & brother were the only European teens for about 200 miles,having to fly once a week to do the shoppers in Dubai,when it was just a small low-level town! Having grown up in Yemen,Kenya,Nigeria,but,flying back to UK to boarding school I grew up trecking & camping,though in Khasab,because my father was involved with internal security for the Sultan,we had access to the army base,planes & helicopters,so regularly I would hitch a lift to one of the many islands &/or up to the top of the wadi walls,some 1000/2,000 ft on either side of a wadi bed about 1 -2 miles wide. I spent days & nights up in the Jebel (mountains),in a way that no one would think of today. I had a gun & a beaten up old jeep with double declutch,no roll bar and few working dials,but,I could drive about 30 km up the wadi,with in those days the late70s nothing but wildlife,wind & sand. I can testify to the power of a flash flood,being some 10 km away from the village when out of nowhere the sky's clouded over,thunder & lightning exploded around me & I was trying to photograph the instant waterfalls all along both sides of the wadi wall; luckily for me I had a zoom lens & binoculars, in my kit & randomly turning & looking up the wadi,I saw a dark line spreading across the whole wadi bed! It took a moment to register it was a wall of water maybe 2/3 feet high heading down towards me onnits way to the sea. I jumped in the jeep,put my foot on the gas,floored it& only just made it to a turn of with a low hill ,where I watched a mile wide flood roaring past me & then into the rudimentary - in those days - channels that diverted the water around the village & into the sea. They've now build a dam to protect the airfield & inferstructure of the growing town. It was magnificent to watch,White foaming waterfalls 100sfeet high finding their old channels down the cliff sides & the flooded plain as far as the eye could see.I was trapped on the hill,but,a guard saw me & sent a helicopter to collect me.I has to wait a couple of days to walk back & collect the jeep. Those days & nights alone in the mountains were amazing,I woke one morning, just as dawn was breaking,to a feeling of being watched,across my dead campfire was a mountain leopard laying with its head on it's paws looking at me,we watched each other ,as the sun rose behind it,for what felt like hours,but,was probably 15/20 mins,I had my hand gun under my head rest,but,really didn't feel threatened, just observed,then it stood up and turned, I could see it was a male at that point,he looked back once& then was gone. I'd seen petroglyhs of leopards,even stories, but,to see one up close was awesome. I'd seen them at a distance in Kenya,but,the privilege of seeing one in Oman was insane,I took photos of its paw prints. I'd been lucky,I used my walkie-talkie & got a helicopter to collect me ASAP,we did a few sweeps once on board but,no sign if him,not surprisingly with noise. Thank you for sharing your awesome experience & jogging my memory of some of my favourite times in my life. Wishing you&yours a VERY HAPPY NEW YEAR1👋✌️

[@the_pov_channel]

Amazing stories. thanks for sharing fellow traveller

[@Carolina-Mary]

Im 63 and really enjoy watching people have adventures I cannot. 💜

[@desert_holly]

What an incredible life youve lived! ❤

[@nterracall]

Wow!

[@annettefilt]

wonderful story :) you need to write a book !!!!!

[@Done9to5]

I like your respectful approach to this story. Beautiful videography too.

[@the_pov_channel]

Many thanks 🤙

[@nanaandbump.]

You gave me a heart attack standing on that super thin sandstone plank... That stuff breaks pretty easily. I know its a short fall, but that could really do some damage. I'm a hypocrite, if I were young and spry like you I would do the same exact thing, but now I'm old and lame and it's my responsibility to warn whipper snappers like you about the dangers of sandstone planks! JK, thanks for the great video, what a beautiful / unique spot!

[@Ithirahad]

Yeah, the only way to find out if it's solid or not, short of some kind of radiation scanning, is if it turns out it's not :P

[@dorothylewis1207]

Thought the very same, could break at any time, older & wiser lol 👍

[@Alpha-numeric-lifestyle]

Damn it. The comment section confirms Im old....43, Size 11, quite boring.

[@mountaingirlzstuff4314]

​@@Alpha-numeric-lifestylewell im 48 ... we've still got a chance at some wipper snapping lol

[@Robbskunky]

@@mountaingirlzstuff4314I agree

[@sevenirises]

Your story telling, the scenery, the incredible hiking moments of you walking us through their last steps were all so captivating I was frantic to find part 2. Thanks for this epic adventure.

[@samantha-lee7294]

I felt exactly the same lol

[@cowboy6591]

At 4:10 That is an ultrasound device to measure the height of the river water. Any sudden rush of water will trigger that gadget to warn them of impending doom down river. It would be nice if the land managers setup an "AIR-RAID" alarm to warn hikers to skedaddle pending a flash flood.

[@the_pov_channel]

Very very cool! Thank you for this information. am so glad to hear they have that system in place. Im not sure if they would have had this in 2001

[@Oceanus_Rex]

​@the_pov_channel They would have. USGS maintains ultrasound sensors on rivers all throughout the US. They use the data to aid models that monitor everything from reservoir inflow, erosion, and seasonal rainfall.

[@djblackarrow]

I would say that this is a radar sensor and not an ultrasonic sensor. The downward-pointing horn is typical of radar technology (horn antenna). Ultrasonic sensors are usually fully encapsulated and are not designed as a horn antenna. An ultrasonic sensor would be out of place here, as the water and the wind also cause noise, which leads to incorrect readings.

[@roberts9785]

@@djblackarrow Yes. I have to agree. Radar.

[@Carol-ju3zm]

Dude.... you're an animal! You take the most awesome videos. Fearless! Most of us out here will never be able to see this beautiful amazing canyon like you show us. A million thank yous! All your videos are insane!

[@EllenCrates]

Yes. What this guy said. So cool you shared experience

[@zCentric]

The authenticity and straightforwardness in this video made is what kept me watching. There are a lot of videos like this out there with a bunch of people involved, drone shots, music, and expensive production. But you're just a dude with a few cameras and passion. We love to see it. 🤙

[@RR-kz4hq]

Thank you for respecting and discussing a little Hopi history. Rest in peace George and Linda.

[@debeddy2965]

As an EX outdoors woman who lost my mobility to Degenerative Joint Disease I APPRECIATE being able to go with you to these BEAUTIFUL and AMAZING areas of natural beauty and historical significance. (AND you have incredible legs, too)😉

[@LTPottenger]

Fasting and a low carb diet can do wonders for arthritis.

[@calij586]

Super cool videos! Glad you made it back out safely

[@MB-mw2eb]

The river and canyons were so beautiful. Thank you for taking us on this journey. It’s such a sad story.

[@handrail48]

It's great to see a young guy like yourself explore the canyon, with humility and respect. I was 70 on my last canyon trip (Royal Arch), but then the physical demands became too much, so now I relive those days with videos like yours. George was a unique character. The year before he died, I met George when I and a couple of other backpacking guides invited him on a week-long backpack into Nankoweap. Our first night was in 3 feet of snow on the north rim, and our last night we shared a cave with a bighorn skeleton, in a snowstorm. Memorable. He talked about his future trip to Big Canyon and Emerald Pool. The day his body was discovered I was guiding a backpacking trip in the Canyon when a ranger notified me of his death. What a shock.

[@samtriebels3646]

I must say, you’re Channel is one of the most entertaining and informative on KZbin. I’m a mechanic and work under cars everyday and your videos really help me get rid of the stress and anxiety associated with my line of work. Thank you for the epic uploads. Travel safely and cheers to your many accomplishments.

[@the_pov_channel]

People like you keep the modern world running. My job wouldn’t be possible without you!! Hope you get out into some sunshine and fresh air soon and thanks so much for everything you do. 🫡

[@teresahasopinions2329]

I was in a flash flood in a small canyon in New Mexico. Sky perfectly blue above us, but it had rained hard about 25 to 30 miles east. From the time I heard it, I was standing on an island type feature in a flat arroyo/wash. I started running towards the banks to scramble up the rocks. My friend was kinda lagging behind me because he was so mesmerized at the raging, roiling, crazy amount of dark coffee colored debris being pushed out ahead of the water. It was huge and loud. I was yelling at him to run, it sounded like a train coming. He did finally run, and he made it...just barely. We climbed higher and watched the amazing, enormous phenomenon unfold. The sheer power of it was mind-blowing. The sound was extremely loud. I'll never forget it...was 34 years ago. Stay safe out there, and continue your passion for exploring...as many of us no longer can. Peace out, brother.

[@digdougedy]

Woah! Be careful with those sandstone overhangs. You got very lucky! They can easily collapse and send you down the Colorado river to oblivion.. Nice video though... How can you walk with so much mud in your boots?? Tough feet...

[@KAI..._]

right? he had me stressing on that! I hope he's smart enough to never do that on a larger drop

[@HariKarier11]

I was born next to the little Colorado river and played in it many times and have been fortunate enough to hike a lot of the Grand Canyon. Luckily we were taught to watch for and listen to the signs of flash flooding. I've lost friends in flash floods and I appreciate the respect you gave to them and their story and to the canyon. Thank you for sharing their story. I remember when it happened but appreciate the way you shared it. Keep up the good work.

[@PinInTheAtlas]

Very interesting. Thanks for sharing. Wouldn’t want to be buried alive or by fire either. Couldn’t begin to imagine the fear they felt in the flash flood.

[@the_pov_channel]

Yeah those are #1 and #2 in my book

[@kittykaht1944]

Dude! 😮 You did it again !!! Picked up more trash. It's unfortunate people think it's ok to discard trash anywhere they want, anywhere they go. I would of subscribed for that reason alone.... Seriously though Great Videos ! ❤

[@druejackson]

You’re a really good storyteller! I’m excited to see what videos you make in the future! I’d especially love to see more videos where you visit places you found on google earth, that would be super interesting!

[@elizabethpaints]

What an amazing journey! I admire you were inspired to go investigate the place where George & Linda met their demise. I can't get over he ignored the season when planing the trip. Your video and narration are wonderful, you do an excellent job. So much enjoy the work you put into your videos & shots. Interesting I didn't hear a lot of birds. Thank you Nolan!

[@PamW-r5t]

This was a beautiful video. I love the Grand Canyon!

[@the_pov_channel]

Thank you, Me three

[@jodybryant1752]

❤❤❤ great work! This was great to watch. I didn't know the two river met. I always thought one continued flow, of the Colorado River. Beautiful place.... See you in the next video 📸

[@the_pov_channel]

Thanks Jody

[@Kayenne54]

We're told, from a very young age, never to camp in a river bed. Just because it isn't raining on you there, doesn't mean it isn't further up river......And those "flash floods" are particularly troublesome as they pick up some large debris on the way...

[@karinavirgo5145]

Wow. Amazing🩵. Good thing you have such strong legs😅. That was alot of walking you did. Great video. Thank you for takung us on this adventure.

[@martinginsburg7222]

8:28 I will charge you for the research you could have done. Here you go: Just upstream of the Colorado River and Little Colorado River confluence sits a vacant cabin built in 1880 by Benjamin Beamer. The stone cabin is built on a midden of up to almost 5.5 feet and dates back to AD 600. Beamer prospected for copper.

[@the_pov_channel]

Sounds interesting... might have to go back

[@maryannswanson3832]

This whole story of George and Linda was so interesting. I loved you taking us on a journey of their steps! And washing her hair in emerald green water is something I would want to do also!! Thank you so much .❤

[@rickiebobbyify]

As I sit here at work watching your videos, I am inspired to rekindle my sense of adventure and exploration. Thanks! Your channel is priceless.

[@ld-dm6vu]

I watched parts 1 and 2 of your journey. I am a 70 year old woman who wishes I could have done what you did. My body is not in its best condition but that’s neither here nor there. I have visited the Grand Canyon as a tourist but never experienced it like you. The story of the photographer and woman is most tragic. Both of them loved nature in all its rawness and beauty. RIP. And thank you for taking me on the hike with you. Respect and ✌🏼

[@ykwit637]

i don't often catch your vids, but appreciate the lack of bs content such as a fifteen minute intro waking up in tent. keep it up!

[@JayKaufman]

I just discovered your channel and I'm really glad to see younger person who's made an effort to remove plastic and garbage from a place of natural beauty. Good on you!

[@IngotAU]

Absolutely amazing! I'm pretty sedentary and this video was an adventure. Watching this made me feel strong, fit and oddly happy

[@Tuberuser187]

There is a video taken by a family in a national park, might be Zion unless I am misremembering that showed how scary a flash flood is. They went to a picnic, day out spot in a valley with one way in and out along a road into the valley. It wasn't even super remote, the spot was developed enough to have recreational facilities and was packed with other families. It went from dry and sunny to a massive downpour in minutes, the river was rising quickly and all the cliffs around them turned into literal waterfalls. Luckily everyone there realised the danger soon enough to just barely get out, even then it was damn close with the river starting to make the road impassable. It looked absolutely terrifying.

[@susanlilley-rizos9906]

It is amazing to watch you in the Grand Canyon when there is nobody around you it’s so strange. I really enjoy your videos.

[@Southwest_Trailblazers]

Nice job bro! A great tribute to him! Thanks!

[@jpadicecoffee9812]

I enjoy a good canyon view via car but the effort to hike up to the top is noteworthy. Thanks for making the video.

[@the_pov_channel]

It was STEEP

[@michaelmoore7975]

@13:47 Ahhhh....sure is nice to get out into the wilds of nature, a nice hike and just hearing all th-........ ......never mind.

[@stsfctshn5427]

Most other comments say what i think, but better... in short, you & your videos are absolutely serene. Thank you for giving this point of view to places i will likely never visit in my lifetime.

[@spigot993]

The addition to the cairn is nice, I saw cairns in your other videos too, once a way marker but also a sense of communication, connection. We have them dotted all over England as well.

[@purelightlove8888]

Gorgeous Area!! Supai Canyon of the famous Havasi Falls & rarely seen & photographed Mooney Falls are the same Amazing Blue only clear Blue, also been there when the water was mud brown, hiking it 3 times when I lived in Arizona, always wanted to hike the Little Colorado but couldn’t find anyone to go with me, so maybe later… Many Thanks for this Little Slice of Heaven video!

[@Jenn_B]

Amazing video. It kept getting better and better.

[@the_pov_channel]

heck ya

[@gwengwen4535]

Wow!! You make an insanely incredible journey look so chill! Great sense of humor and perspective, awesome skills, new sub here for sure🤙🏼

[@amon3677]

Amazing !!!!! What a huge country they have... huge and with countless orographic features, forests, deserts, large lakes, beaches, mountain ranges, in short, congratulations for the programs you share with us. A big hug Oscar From Buenos Aires, Argentina.

[@chuckzehnder530]

SOOOO jealous! I used to hike like that, but now at 83, I can only do day hikes. Thanks for taking this old man along - vicariously.

[@susannebrunberg4174]

Beautiful area. But pretty dangerous too. And you walk on those edges all the time, the rock does look very fragile... I couldn't do that, lol. Great video, thanks for sharing.

[@Wanna.Wander]

Wow! What a rad journey! I was nervous a little and so thank you for taking me to this place I’ll probably never hike to💜 subbed you

[@the_pov_channel]

Thanks. Happy to have you join along!

[@Henry_6161]

Be carefull brother... I very like your video... 😮😮😮

[@toriwolf5978]

Omg had to frantically look for part two it was so on the edge of your seat video loved every minute of it❤❤ please please make more videos and taking us all on the journey with you .. best channel ever….

[@igorgotts6109]

Примите уважение за тот визуальный кайф который вы сняли! Удивительно что это делает один человек в таких экстремальных условиях ! Завидую что всю эту красоту и великолепие вы видели в живую !!!

[@mytown6499]

Beautiful wow thank you for sharing your adventures with us .

[@silverblue571]

What an interesting video! I’m envious of your youth………….I used to hike like that, but those days are gone. Maybe only 8 miles in a day for me now. Thanks for posting this adventure for us to appreciate!

[@Wyrdsmythe007]

This was a great trek with a tragic backstory. Worthy adventure and a great location. Thanks for bringing us along. Very enjoyable!

[@hannahodell9779]

Thank you so much for sharing!! Such a beautiful place. It was like I was hiking with you. I wouldn't have been able to do that hike myself as I get winded so easily 😂. Will subscribe.

[@the_pov_channel]

That's the idea! Thanks Hanna

[@rrrobeltnest7295]

Excellent video and the great story. Pictures of this couple would be cool too but thanks a lot.

[@the_pov_channel]

Highly encourage you to look up some of George’s photography!

[@BBQDad463]

That is some really beautiful scenery. It is no wonder that Mr. Mancuso was especially fond of it. You made a really nice video.

[@wendymckenna4032]

Thank you for doing the hike!! If interested I feel we might have proverbial dots to connect. I am familiar with the geo physics of this area. You have captured a rare experience that will live within your forever onward. Peace w

[@leoshanks7299]

I knew George I was on the search & recovery of their Bodies. That Storm was on the rez came through the little Co. River & took them out. The shell rock your standing on is what Kills most people unstable. Be Safe.

[@kt6332]

Thanks for the hiking adventure!😎

[@stevecarter8810]

7:07 is great! So privileged to be able to experience this through you. Thanks!

[@marymayer8160]

I really enjoyed parts 1&2. Now I am going to subscribe and binge. Thank you!

[@Grateful.For.Everything]

Very cool, Appreciate You taking us along!

[@jupiterj1065]

You have pretty amazing videos. It’s also awesome to see the respect you have for the places, for indigenous people, for nature, and for the people of the stories you tell. Keep safe and keep it up! Thanks for sharing your adventures and the stories with us!

[@ericplatt6884]

Mad respect being out there adventuring freely and filming it well to boot… you are athletic and intelligent. Keep an eye on the Great Spirit and you’ll be OK.

[@barbararuss3881]

The Grand Canyon is on my bucket list. But I’m in my 60’s now and I know I can’t hike it anymore. I cannot believe you were hiking to the top with a pack on. I would have just died. I just feel that by not going sooner I have missed out on what is an amazing place

[@desert_holly]

Im SO thankful to have found your channel

[@heartattackhiker3527]

Awesome dude I will retrace your footsteps eventually. The canyon is amazing I am going back again next year.

[@malakaisilverman9913]

The way you asked to subscribe was the best I’ve ever seen/heard. Subscribed!

[@lorenzosegote]

You do great work kid. Stay safe out there and keep at it.

[@samantha-lee7294]

Wow you have done a remarkable job on this video. And what an interesting story you followed to. Absolutely wonderful job! Thanks 😃

[@the_pov_channel]

Thanks a ton!

[@sunshinewaters5335]

I’ve been to the Grand Canyon and I’ve read the book. Really good book. I really enjoyed your video. Thank you for showing a part of the canyon I haven’t seen. It is truly one of the most spectacular places I have ever seen.

[@trinity6993]

I really enjoyed this, thank you.

[@the_pov_channel]

Thank you!

[@stevesims-d6c]

nicely done. What a magical spot!

[@rdombroskijr]

You’re a good dude. Keep up the good work!

[@amberandrews6842]

This was/is an amazing video. Thank You for sharing. Yes a flash flood would be a traumatic way to die.

[@the_pov_channel]

Thanks so much for that. Definitely :/

[@RockyMtnLady11]

KZbin: Family Gets Stuck in Capital Gorge Flash Floods - 1343357

[@mountaingirlzstuff4314]

The two River colors is so fantastical, i hust love it , thanks for sharing

[@jerryofsanfrancisco]

wonderful to see your video. i was there for a few hours when on a rafting trip down the Grand Canyon.

[@marcushenriott9657]

Thank you for the excellent video. That place is amazing Keep ‘em coming

[@Bazz24697]

Sad story and incredible at the same time what a amazing place hay cheers from Australia 👍😉

[@michaelmoran6582]

A lovely epitaph to George and Linda. I hadn't heard of them, but now I miss them somehow.

[@kristine6996]

Thank you thank you so much for sharing your visit on an exceptional place on earth. 💓

[@dorothylewis1207]

WOW, just Wow! Great views well done, i too read that book yrs. ago, now i must dig it out and reread, thanks.💕

[@BBQDad463]

Thank you for this video. Subscribed. Truly a sad story of needless death for two, seemingly nice, people.

[@leslieMcCaffery]

Beautiful 😍 journey loved the scenery❤

[@MukundGJadhav]

Deep serene experience. Thanks for sharing and treading around without disturbing the land's tranquility with utmost respect. Guess some roads are less travelled for a reason.🙏

[@frederickwinn6574]

Oh. wow , this time we get a location !!! Real progress !

[@lli3007]

Love your chanel. You are the best on youtube. Truly. God bless!

[@beethimbles8801]

Loved the video, loved the mission to follow their journey.

[@TheSmokie55]

You really do a great job of filming and telling of stories. I am new sub and I love this new channel. I will continue enjoying adventures with you.

[@leonmita724]

Lmfao, loved your re-enactment of a drowned person @9.45😂😂😂 awesome channel and content, keep it up. From a fan in New Zealand..😊

[@johnfuhrman1352]

Another great adventure! Thank you.

[@415s30]

Yeah when you see a log stuck thirty feet above you in the slot canyons you realize how much water comes down through.

[@RockyMtnLady11]

Buckskin Gulch springs to mind!

[@jacknimble7950]

Great post, excellent videography 👏

[@outdoorslifesurvivecraft5078]

I was there where I was 10 years old. I will be 60 this December. Thinking back, I can remember most of it like it was yesterday. It was so amazing!! Young man, take all of it in that you can, while you can!! You never know what life may deal you. 4 years ago, I could have hiked that with you. Today, it would have taken me 3 days just to get out of there. There are so many beautiful places in this country to see and hike, I hope you can do it all!! The last hike I was able to go on, was a 4 day hike on the part of the North Country Trail that ran through the Manistee National Forest. Just don't do it in July or August! The giant black flies WILL take all the fun out of it.

[@777dexx]

Wow, my friend what a great video, I'm down by Ruby Az and I love Arizona and I appreciate the time and work you put in your videos, so you have a new flower to your channel, stay safe and happy my friend...💯👍

[@ryichalsu7882]

Your videos are so interesting 👍 Love it

[@traildoggy]

Stunning scenery. I've seen a very similar mixing of colors at the confluence of the Green and Colorado rivers in Canyonlands.

[@rickfromvirginia]

Fantastic video! I'm glad I found your channel! Thanks for sharing your adventure! Rick From Virginia

[@Przypowiesci_Salomona_26]

Straszny widok. Potop miał moc, ale to co stało się niedługo po nim także poczyniło ogromne spustoszenie.

[@alegnalavieenrose8120]

Thank you for picking up trash ❤ and for taking us along.

[@johnnyoutwest]

Super cool video man...good for you for getting out there!