The clothing you wear while rafting during spring and early summer can make a big difference in your comfort and safety on the water. Here are some tips on what to wear for spring and early summer rafting. Wetsuit or Drysuit In the spring and early summer, the water may still be quite cold. Consider… Read more »
Rafting is an exciting outdoor activity, but it also puts you at risk of sunburn, especially if you’re out on the water for an extended period. Sunburns can be painful and can lead to long-term skin damage, so it’s essential to protect yourself from the sun while rafting. Here are some tips to help prevent… Read more »
Whitewater rafting is one of the most exhilarating experiences in the world. From the cool water splashing your face to the intense, heart-pumping plunge down the river, nothing compares to whitewater rafting. But before you head out on your excursion, you should always make sure that you’re working with a qualified and experienced rafting company…. Read more »
By Jessica Weigum After finishing up my third season as a Whitewater Raft Guide, I was back home decompressing and looking forward to ski season. About a week in, I went to a little get together hosted by some close friends of mine. The problem was I didn’t know anyone there besides the hosts, so… Read more »
September seems to mark the end of the summer but that doesn’t mean the summer’s activities are done. The crowds have gone away, the kids are back in school, and the pace has slowed down. And for those of us in the rafting industry it’s one of our favorite times of year. Here’s six of… Read more »
The day begins early. Gotta be up and rolling by 6:30 or 7:00 am. I shake the sand out of my hair from yesterday’s trip, brush my teeth, take a quick shower, and it’s out the door for breakfast, coffee, and on a good day an amazing take-out burrito from one of a couple nearby… Read more »
Are you finding yourself daydreaming at work about all the fun you’re going to have white water rafting this coming summer? So are we! Here are some “insider” terms you won’t find in advertising or on websites that you can drop on your next rafting trip to really get your guide’s or fellow guest’s attention!… Read more »
If you are looking to have the adventure of a lifetime, Colorado camping and white water rafting is the way to go. Expect an amazing experience full of scenery, mountains, whitewater, and excitement. And like any outdoor activity, being properly equipped and prepared is key to enjoying your experience. If an overnight rafting trip is… Read more »
Here in Colorado, we enjoy some of the most beautiful landscapes the West has to offer. Both the Arkansas River and Clear Creek offer gorgeous sights, cool water, and wide open skies framed by canyons that are sure to be appreciated by even the most disinterested teenagers. If you have kids, regardless of their age,… Read more »
That’s a pretty bold claim! Colorado received epic amounts of snow leading up to the 2019 rafting season, which is resulting in an epic rafting season that occurs once a decade or so. Snow amounts were the highest in the past 30 years. For true white water aficionados this is an opportunity to experience genuine… Read more »
