Geology
This type of rock makes up most of the arches in the park
Sandstone
This arch is featured on Utah license plates
The Delicate Arch
This large mammal is commonly seen near the park’s edges (we saw tracks today)
deer! (mule deer)
This city is the capital of Utah
Salt Lake City
Where does Brett live
Moab
The natural process that forms arches over millions of years
erosion
This arch is the longest in the park, stretching over 300 feet
Landscape Arch
This nocturnal animal is known for its long ears and howling calls
the coyote
Utah is known for this salty body of water, the largest of its kind in the Western U.S
Great Salt Lake
Which staff got a degree in cinema studies
Matt
The name of the sandstone formation that includes Delicate Arch
Entrada
Which formation looks like it’s balancing on a pedestal
Balanced Rock
This snake, though rarely seen, is venomous and lives in the park
rattlesnake
This famous film festival is held every year in Park City, Utah
Sundance Film Festival
Which guide went down the grand canyon this year?
Joanh
Which mighty river flows near the southeastern border of the park
Colorado River
Which arch has a "window" view and is part of a pair
the North Window (or South Window)
These desert-adapted trees are common in the park. They are known for their aromatic wood
Juniper tree
The Colorado River supplies water to this many U.S. states
seven
Which staff has a 14 year old son that plays baseball
Arches sits atop these massive underground formations that contributed to its arches
ancient salt beds
why is the navajo arch called the navajo arch?
named after Navajo Sandstone
The colorful lizard often seen basking on rocks. We saw one today!
the collared lizard
Name one of the two main tributaries that contribute to the Colorado's flow
the Green River or the San Juan River
Which guide is the only first year on the trip?
Paige