A Walk in the ParkThe True Story of a Spectacular Misadventure in the Grand Canyon
“A Walk in the Park” recounts the incredible adventure of author Kevin Fedarko and his photographer friend Pete McBride as they traverse the Grand Canyon lengthwise. While most visitors experience the canyon from the rim or attempt the classic Rim-to-Rim hike, these two set out on a 750-mile journey stretching from Lee’s Ferry all the way to the Grand Wash Cliffs. With no formal trails to follow, their trek was far more dangerous—requiring them to navigate side canyons, scramble over cliffs, and cross unmarked terrain between the rim and the Colorado River. Their lack of experience and preparation only added to the mishaps and risks along the way.
The book details their many misadventures and challenges, offering vivid glimpses into the primitive world below the rim—the unique geography, diverse flora and fauna, and the rich history and ongoing struggles of Native American tribes connected to the land. While the tone can be a bit dry at times, it remains a thorough and eye-opening exploration of the Grand Canyon, sure to offer new perspectives for anyone planning a future visit.
Fedarko brings this gripping journey to life on the page, while McBride captures it on film in his documentary “Into the Grand Canyon.”
《A Walk in the Park》（《公园漫步》）讲述了作者 Kevin Fedarko 和他的摄影师朋友 Pete McBride 横穿大峡谷的惊人冒险。大多数游客只是在峡谷边缘观景，或者进行一次“崖到崖”的徒步，但他们俩选择了从李氏渡口（Lee’s Ferry）到Grand Wash Cliffs，全程750英里的纵贯大峡谷之旅。由于没有正式的步道，他们的旅途危险得多，需要穿越支峡、攀爬悬崖、在边缘和科罗拉多河之间的无人地带摸索前行。他们的经验不足和准备不充分也让旅途增添了更多意外和危险。
书中详细描述了他们一路上的种种失误与挑战，带领读者深入峡谷边缘之下那片原始世界——独特的地理环境、多样的动植物，以及与这片土地息息相关的美洲原住民部落的历史和持续的挣扎。虽然有时语气略显平淡，但这本书依然是一部全面而深刻的大峡谷探索之作，能为未来的访客带来全新的视角。
Fedarko用文字记录下这段扣人心弦的旅程，而McBride则用纪录片《Into the Grand Canyon》将其呈現於影像。
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