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THE
VERY WORD ‘WHITEWATER’ is an adrenaline rush
for some people,
and total intimidation for others. Thankfully, rivers in Colorado cater
to everyone, offering adventures... from mild to wild, from float trips
down the Colorado River with ever so small whitecaps, to the rough and
ready Arkansas River with excitement galore in Brown’s Canyon.
Rafting
season coincides with Mother Nature's calendar. When she melts snow
from the high Rocky Mountain peaks in late April and May, the streams
and rivers begin to gorge with a run-off that lasts throughout the summer.
The rafting season is at its height late May through July, and, during
abundant snow years, well into August.
Rivers
are rated from Class I–V. Families and beginners usually choose
Class I, which offers leisurely float trips with spectacular scenic
views at every bend of the wide open rivers. Class V gives you an exciting
ride for your money. Your guide will thread your raft through narrow
canyons for holdtight, mind-clearing plunges for whitewater junkies.
Classes II–IV are between. Your level of experience will define
your trip.
Choosing
an established rafting company is important. The Colorado River Outfitters
Association can provide you with a list of companies staffed by certified,
experienced professionals. Choose from half or full-day (with lunch)
trips that generally include bus transportation to the put-in and take-out
point on your river journey... and get ready to have fun!
Be
prepared to get soaking wet! Even if you’re on a gentle float
trip, splashing comes with the territory. So, try to wear quick-drying
fabrics and also bring a change of clothing for the return bus trip.
Your driver will shepherd your belongings. (Many outfitters rent wet
suits and wet shoes - a good idea if your trip is in late spring’s
icy waters. Because of rafting’s growing popularity, reservations
are highly recommended, especially around summer holidays. |
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What services does the outfitter provide?
2 Are you planning a half-day, full-day or multi-day trip?
3 What are the minimum age or size requirements?
4 Can the outfitter accommodate special needs or large groups?
5 What is the expertise level of the guides and what kind of
training do they receive?
6 How long has the outfitter owned and operated the business?
7 What is included in the price of the trip? |
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in Colorado.
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