As the river passes through the clay and sandy soil of Zion and the desert, the water turns  gray and red and the life that filled the river further north is almost non-existent.  Yet, what seems like a lifeless river is essential to the communities that dwell on and around this beautiful river.  The Native Americans that dwelled along the banks of the river to present day Springdale, Rockville, Virgin, Hurricane, St. George and beyond all utilize this river and its many resources.  


The beauty of the river changes as it passes through the many different terrains of southwest Utah.  Never does its grandeur disappear but instead constantly brings an awe to the thousands of people who experience it.  


The changes are extreme from the beginning until it finally joins Lake Mead and the Colorado River.  The twists and turns are numerous as well as the difficult rapids and waterfalls.  Yet, there are just as many places that are smooth and flat, locations where a person can sit and enjoy the peace emanating from the river.


So is the life of a woman.