GRAND CANYON WEST, AZ (June 26, 2008) On Saturday, June 21 an group of representatives of the Hualapai Tribe and Skywalk Team met with the Skywalk Documentary Crew onsite at Grand Canyon West to tape interviews right on the Canyon’s rim. Interviewees included: Wilfred Whatoname, Sr., Chairman of the Hualapai Nation; Ted Quasula, President of Grand Canyon Resort Corporation; Wilfred Whatoname, Jr., Visitor Relations for Grand Canyon Resort Corporation; David Jin, Founder of Grand Canyon Skywalk, LLC; Mark Johnson, Skywalk Architect with MRJ Architects; Bill Karren, Skywalk Engineer with Lochsa Engineering; and Manuel Mojica, Construction Site Manager with Executive Construction Management.

The Skywalk Documentary Crew remained onsite gathering footage of the Skywalk and Grand Canyon West for an additional three days, making it a four day shoot. This footage was taped to complement the “never-before-seen” footage of the design and construction of the Skywalk at Grand Canyon West.

“The taping was a rare occasion to have this group together in one place at one time,” said Allison Raskansky, President of Destination Grand Canyon, the marketing arm of Hualapai Tourism. “All of the interviews went very well, everything and more than we were hoping for. This documentary will be a truly amazing and unique behind the scenes look at what it took to create the Skywalk, which resulted in worldwide recognition to Grand Canyon West and the Hualapai Tribe.”

The documentary, produced by KAOS Entertainment, will be aired in high definition exclusively on the National Geographic Channel and inside the Skywalk Visitor Center. The premiere is scheduled for early 2009. The hour long special will be an in-depth documentary focusing on the technical aspects of the Grand Canyon Skywalk which will feature the design and construction from start to finish. Much of the footage that will be used to create the program has never been seen by the public, making this documentary the first true behind the scenes look at one of the world’s most unique structures and engineering marvels.

About Grand Canyon West:
Grand Canyon Resort Corporation, which is wholly owned and operated by the Hualapai Nation, manages Grand Canyon West, Hualapai River Runners (whitewater rafting), and the Hualapai Lodge. Grand Canyon West is a collection of viewpoints and attractions spread over 9000 acres of the Grand Canyon’s West Rim in Northwest Arizona, just 120 miles east of Las Vegas, Nevada. Grand Canyon West is the only place in the Canyon where visitors can access the Colorado River via helicopter and is home to the Grand Canyon Skywalk, a glass walkway 4000 ft above the canyon floor. The site attractions are: Guano Point, with panoramic canyon views, includes the Hualapai Market, High Point Eatery, and the historic Highpoint Hike; Eagle Point hosts the Grand Canyon Skywalk, Native American dance performances, and the Indian Village with authentic recreations of multiple tribes dwellings and The Skywalk Cafe; and The Hualapai Ranch, which is a western town with cowboy performances, horseback riding, wagon rides, and a Cowboy Cookout. All inclusive tours are available from Las Vegas, Phoenix and Sedona by airplane, helicopter, coach, SUV, and Hummer. Grand Canyon West is open daily and overnight cabins are available. Visitors can view a complete list of activities, book reservations, and get directions on the web at www.destinationgrandcanyon.com or calling 1(877) 716-WEST (9378).