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PROUDLY PRESENTING THE CANYON LANDS DOES GOD EXIST? TOUR 2008 inspired by John Clayton and the Does God Exist? Ministry!

We are proud to present the Canyonlands Trip 2008 inspired by John Clayton's Does God Exist? Ministry.
Join us with Christians from across the USA and enjoy the beauty of God's creation throughout the Canyonlands with your host team: Alan Doty, senior lecturer and team member with John Clayton's program, Mark Story, Senior Tour Captain and Host, Nathan and Erin Collins, our newest team members of the Initiative to Expand the work related to the Does God Exist? lectures and featuring daily video-casts of John Clayton, who will keynote eacy day's learnings and insight of the trip.

Highlights of the Trip

• Explore the majesty of the Grand Canyon with commentary on hike by Alan Doty
• The beauty of Bryce Canyon, Zion National Park, the Petrified Forest, Meteor Crater Park and Glen Canyon inspire while learning of the harmony of science and the biblical record.
  
  Trip begins in Flagstaff, transportation, entrance to parks, lecture materials, breakfast, lunch and motels.
  
  

  Host & Teaching Team: 

• Featuring via Video-Cast - new video recaps created expressly for the 2008 trip with John Clayton - This man of science and Christ follower provides incredible insight into the creation and subsequent development of our world .

• Alan Doty, a powerhouse of information and past co-host of the Does God Exist? Canyonlands Trips with John, leads a newly assembled team dedicated to expanding the influence of the work of the Does God Exist? lectures.

• Mark Story, QueensLander's owner and groups manager also serves as worship leader on the Canyonlands trips and will serve as Host on the trip. Mark works as the worship minister at The Church in South Denver and has a Masters of Science in Education from Harding University.

• Nathan and Erin Collins, our two newest members of the team, provide a powerful combination...Erin with a background in biology provides a unique perspective.

• Dave Strong
  Dave provides a picnic lunch on one of our days as a service to the tour group and the greater Church. Dave and his family are indeed a blessing to the greater southwest USA!

All Ages and Mobility are welcome on this trip!
Warning: You must be physically fit to participate on the optional hikes of this trip. Thank you for your cooperation.

ITINERARY
Itinerary Subject to Change:

Day 0 | WELCOME TO FLAGSTAFF, Group Worship & Orientation Night
Welcome to the Canyonlands!

Tonight join us for a night of worship, introductions of our newest team members and orientation to our adventure. The event is held at the Holiday Inn Express in Flagstaff. A pre-night rate is available by calling QueensLander at 1 (877) 865-6711 and includes continental breakfast. You may leave your vehicle parked at the Holiday Inn Express. Call us for details and instructions.

Day 1 | Flagstaff to Grand Canyon National Park

We depart from the Holiday Inn Express in Flagstaff (about two and half
hours from Phoenix) at 8am sharp. Breakfast today and transportation to the Holiday Inn Express is not provided.

• This morning enjoy learning about the week's adventures and begin lectures. We leave Flagstaff on route to the Grand Canyon .
• Stop: Mathis Point and Grand Canyon Village
• Lunch on our own expense today at the Grand Canyon Village.

Adventure Stop: Desert View (about 3 hours) – The tour group will split into two smaller groups for optional hike with Alan Doty down into a portion of the canyon with commentary. This is a rigorous hike and only those who are healthy and in good physical shape will be able to participate. Please note, you must provide a letter from your physician indicating your health and ability to participate. (Those not attending will remain behind where there is a gift shop and incredibly scenic views of the canyon).

Tonight we arrive at the historic Cameron Trading Post, a lodge owned and operated by the Navajo Nation.

• Cameron Trading Post Lodge or similar
PO Box 339
Cameron, AZ 86020
Phone: (800) 338-7385            
            Dinner is not included - enjoy dining at Cameron tonight at your own expense.

Day 2 | Bryce Canyon National Park

Adventure Stop: Welcome to Bryce Canyon National Park. We have ample time today for either an optional hike with Alan Doty or enjoy time at the top of the canyon enjoying the inspiring view. Hikers may enjoy two trails: a short and a longer trail depending on your interest and ability.

• BREAKFAST INCLUDED
• Enjoy a picnic lunch provided today by Dave Strong.
  
• Tonight we enjoy the Best Western Rubys Inn or similar
• 1000 South Hwy 63
  Bryce , Utah 84764
  Phone (435) 834-5341
  Dinner is not included - enjoy dining at Rubys tonight at your own expense.

Day 3 | Zion National Park

Adventure Stop: Welcome to beautiful Zion National Park. We enjoy two wonderful days in this area with ample time today for either an optional hike with Alan Doty or enjoy time on your own on the many hiking and scenery options.

• BREAKFAST INCLUDED
  
• Enjoy Zion for hiking and nature walks or check out the IMAX theater and regular theater movies.
• Hotel:  Best Western Zion Park Inn or similar
  1215 Zion Park Blvd.
  Springdale, UT 84767
  
  Phone. (435) 772-3200
  Toll Free. (800) 934-7275
  
  Includes breakfast and standard rooms.  

Day 4 | From Zion to Flagstaff: Lowell Observatory & Farewell Events

Enjoy time in Zion this morning until 1pm and then depart for Flagstaff.

• BREAKFAST INCLUDED
• LUNCH ON YOUR OWN AT ZION BEFORE DEPARTING
• FAREWELL DINNER INCLUDED TONIGHT
• Tonight after dinner we journey to the Lowell Observatory in Flagstaff for a delightful time together.
  
  • Holiday Inn Express – Flagstaff
  2320 E. LUCKY LANE
  FLAGSTAFF , AZ 86004
  UNITED STATES
  
  • Phone: (928) 714-1000

Day 5 | Meteor Crater, Petrified Forest

• BREAKFAST INCLUDED
• Enjoy breakfast and check-out.
• Travel to the Meteor Crater for ample time at the center and crater
• Enjoy commentary throughout the Petrified Forest and stop to eat lunch at the diner inside the Petrified Forest park – at your own expense.
• Drive back to Flagstaff (and onward to Phoenix Airport)
• Estimated arrival 5 – 6pm
  

Rates & Inclusions - A Fuel Surcharge of $25.00 per person will be collected in addition to the following published rates:

Doubles: $697 per person
Singles: $749 per person
Triples: $549 per person
Quads: $439 per person

Includes: Transportation throughout the tour (transfers not included), lodging, all breakfasts (and meal tips), National Park admissions and services of professional Tour Captain.

 

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