John Wesley Powell, a geology teacher who lost an arm in a Civil War battle, had become enchanted with the wild rivers of the western United States.
Most of the Colorado River had never been explored by boat, and Powell was convinced he could do it. He gathered a crew of nine men and went on an expedition to map the river and study its geology.
Focus Wild Arizona Activity Sheets: From 2006-2013, each issue of the Department’s Arizona Wildlife Views magazine featured a new education article. These articles were intended for younger children and include some vocabulary and a fun activity. All of these articles are now available on our website.
