CAN NON-WORKSHOP PARTICIPANTS ATTEND?

Yes, we welcome those who simply want to join our group for the inimitable early morning and late evening access we offer to the Canyon and the camaraderie around the campfire. Spouses and friends of participants are most welcome.

WHERE DO I STAY BEFORE AND AFTER THE TRIP ?

The first and last night we all stay at the BEST WESTERN, located at the entrance to the Canyon. This lodging is included in your tuition. Double Occupancy.

HOW MUCH MONEY SHOULD I BRING ?

Navajo artists sometimes bring jewelry and pottery for sale at White House, the most famous ruin we will visit. Otherwise, all of your expenses are covered by TAS.

HOW CAN MY FAMILY CONTACT ME IN CASE OF AN EMERGENCY ?

In case of a true Emergency, your family may contact relatives of the our outfitters, who live in Chinle. They will send a message out to our campsite in the Canyon. Phone number provided upon registration.

HOW FAR WILL WE ACTUALLY BE FROM MEDICAL SERVICES ?

The town of Chinle has a 60 bed Hospital called: Chinle Comprehensive Hospital Facility (520) 674-7001, located 6 miles from the entrance to Canyon de Chelly on Highway 191 It offers: ER / PT / OB / PED / In-Patient as well as Out-Patient services and features a 4 bed Intensive Care Unit. The nearest full Trauma Center is in Gallup NM at The Gallup Indian Medical Center which is 1 1/2 hours away by car and a 45 minute trip by the Med Evac. helicopter.

PARTICIPATION IN THIS TRIP REQUIRES THAT YOU HAVE SUFFICIENT MEDICAL INSURANCE TO COVER ANY EMERGENCY MEDICAL ATTENTION YOU MIGHT REQUIRE

Photo: The White House by Jackie Stoken, Participant 2003

Seeing the mysterious
Anasazi ruins was a unique part of this experience for me.

I thought the art would be
the most important thing,
but the awesome surroundings overwhelmed my senses.