What Do Colorado Whitewater Rafting and Snow Sports Have in Common?
With winter in full swing, snow sport enthusiasts are flocking to Colorado to ski, board, and snowshoe to their heart’s content. For those of you who bleed powder, we wanted to say two things: first, you should get that checked out, and second, snow sports and Colorado white water rafting trips may be more similar than you think. Adrenaline fix: As anyone who’s tried Royal Gorge rafting can tell you, skiing isn’t the only way to get your blood pounding. (Check out our Royal Gorge rafting trips and try it for yourself if you don’t believe us.) There’s nothing quite like navigating down a lightning-quick series of rapids with just your strength and wits—and your experienced instructor, of course—to guide you. If pushing yourself physically and mentally is your thing, get out there and ski to your heart’s content. And this summer, when you’re starting to go into low-level adrenaline withdrawal, book one of our Colorado raft trips. We’ll make sure you have the adventure of a lifetime. Beautiful scenery: We’ve all heard about the skiing at Breckenridge, but you might be surprised to know the rafting near Breckenridge is in a class all its own as well. Check out this stunning area of Colorado when it’s not covered in snow, and you might be surprised by the view. Wind through stunning canyons and vistas, spot wildlife in the Rockies, feel the sun on your face, and enjoy this iconic Colorado location when you can feel all of your extremities. There’s just no doubt about it—Breckenridge rafting is a hard act to follow. Strength training: Rafting and skiing are indisputably two of the hardest workouts available in outdoor sports. Both involve turning, twisting, flailing, and general intense physical activity until you’re either out of the water or at the base of the mountain. If you’re worried about your sculpted snowboarding abs disappearing with the snow, remember that rafting has no match for working your core muscles. Not to mention it has the added benefit of going easy on your knees. Superior instruction: Remember that ten-minute intro you had when you started skiing? Sure, it was great at the time—but when push came to shove and it was time to hit the bunny slopes, it was all you. With our Colorado river rafting trips, you get the benefit of an experienced guide who stays with you through the good, the bad, and the flat-out scary. Our guides lead your trips, serve as medics, cook your meals using only fresh ingredients…you get the picture. Outdoor sports are good. Outdoor sports when someone else is making you dinner are great. We hope you now have a different perspective on how boarding Colorado and river rafting Colorado aren’t so different after all—except for warmer weather and better tan lines. For more information on whitewater rafting near Buena Vista, or to book one of our Colorado raft trips, go to www.www.inaraft.com. Have fun on the slopes this winter, and we’ll see you on the river.
Stay out of the water this winter with our Colorado land-based adventures.
Yes, we’re a rafting company, and yes, we love the river. But since the weather’s still too chilly for planning Colorado white water rafting trips—and if you’re looking to explore the Rockies on more solid ground—don’t miss the other adventures Wilderness Aware Rafting has to offer. Our guide-led jeep tours, horseback trail rides and mountain bike tours guarantee that we have what you’re looking for. Horseback Trail Rides If you want to hit the trail but you’re over hiking, we have the solution. Saddle up on one of our Colorado horseback rides and let us help you discover why horseback riding is this state’s second most popular outdoor activity. The closest horseback rides are located near the Arkansas River, with our shorter rides following a cottonwood-lined creek with views of the valley’s majestic Mt. Princeton and our longer horseback rides climbing the edge of adjacent Mt. Antero. Additional horseback riding options include trips over beautiful forest service land northwest of Leadville and along the base of Pike’s Peak in Colorado Springs. Whether you want to thrill your child with a 30-minute pony ride, take the whole family along for an hour on a horse-drawn wagon ride, or spend a full day exploring Colorado on horseback, we can make it happen. Horseback rides require a minimum of two people to sign up, and most trips run year-round, making this a great option for cooler weather. Check out our Colorado horseback riding trips today, and we’ll see you on the trail. Mountain Bike Tours Want to get a little closer to the ground? Take one of our Colorado mountain bike tours and prepare for the ride of a lifetime. Fun for beginners as well as experienced mountain bikers, this trip comes in two options. The first is a downhill paved road from 12,000 feet on the Continental Divide, where you will experience spectacular views of the Arkansas River Valley’s numerous 14,000-foot tall peaks as you soar through pristine aspen groves and high mountain pine forests alongside one of our experienced mountain bike guides. The second option is exploring the historic Midland Railroad Grade, a quiet mountain dirt road and single track trail that winds past stunning views of the 14,000 ft. Collegiate Peaks. The dirt trail option brings the pace down a notch and lets you enjoy the surrounding beauty of the Colorado Rockies while incorporating some technical bike maneuvering. Whether you’re on your bike every weekend or this is your first time mountain biking in Colorado, we have a set of wheels for you. For more information on joining us for a Colorado mountain biking trip, go to www.inanraft.com. Jeep tours For a safari-style tour of the Colorado Rockies, nothing beats one of our Colorado jeep tours. On one of our half-day trips, you can discover groves of ancient bristlecone pines nestled at the top of Mt. Princeton or visit the unique ghost town of St. Elmo. Or, take a full day and ride up a rugged switch backed trail to the summit of Colorado’s Mt. Antero, one of the best areas in the United States for mineral and gem collecting. Whichever trip you choose, our jeep tours guarantee to give you an unforgettable adventure—and leave both your hands free for picture-taking. Book a Colorado jeep tour today! For more information on rafting Colorado, or to check out Buena Vista whitewater rafting trips, go to www.www.inaraft.com.
