Kenton Grua, a professional river guide, was the first person in recorded history to walk the entire length of the Grand Canyon, in 1977. He was inspired by Fletcher's book but set out to "do it right" by walking the canyon from end to end, not just the section inside the park.
Kenton Grua, a professional river guide, became the first person recorded to walk the entire Grand Canyon from beginning to end in 1977. He was inspired by Fletcher's book but aimed to "do it right" by covering the canyon entirely, not just within park limits.