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Grand Canyon Water: Then and Now

Join Environmental Educator in Residence Sidney Rainey for a closer look at the role water has played in shaping the Grand Canyon, supporting life throughout the Southwest, and influencing the future of water conservation. 

  • August 10, 2026
  • 4:00PM–4:30PM MST
  • Yavapai Amphitheater

  • Programs will move to Kolb Gallery in the case of inclement weather.

Waterfall on the North Kaibab
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Sidney Rainey Grand Canyon Conservancy
August 1 - 25

Sidney Rainey

Sidney Rainey is an environmental educator and conservationist with a passion for building climate resiliency in young people. He works to develop programming that empowers participants to dream up big ideas for a better climate future. Prior to his concentration in environmental education, Sidney served as a leadership and organization development consultant providing strategic planning and executive coaching to organizations including the EPA and the US Forest Service. While in residence, Sidney will facilitate interactive programs that explore the variety of ecosystems in the canyon, the threats endangered species currently face and the current state of water in Grand Canyon.