7 Ways to Help Protect Our Rivers at Home
How You Can Help Protect Rivers at Home At home and on the river, use biodegradable cleaning products and earth-friendly body products. All of that and chemicals get washed down the drain and [...]
FIBArk, America’s Oldest and Boldest Whitewater Festival!
According to their website, “FIBArk aims to promote, preserve, protect, and enhance whitewater paddle sports in the greater Salida area through education, competition, and commemoration.” What [...]
Why CFS Matters
CFS or Cubic Feet per Second is the unit of measurement used for determining the “speed” of a river. Pay attention to this number when booking your trip as you soon will learn, water levels make [...]
How Our Snow Pack Impacts Summer River Flow Levels
Ever wonder how our winter snow influences the river? During the winter the snow doesn’t do too much for our water levels. However, as the temperature rises in the springtime, runoff and stream [...]
First Timer’s Guide to PaddleFest
Nestled between Pike’s National Forest and the Collegiate peaks, is the cozy town of Buena Vista, Colorado. With a Main Street that still in fact is the main street and just one stoplight, this [...]
10 Things River Veterans Don’t Do
Whether this is your first time whitewater rafting (Woohoo!) or you are looking for some pro tips to improve your next trip, I consulted with some of our senior whitewater rafting guides to [...]
Rafting in Colorado? The Complete Guide to Keeping Mosquitoes Off Your Back
Whitewater rafting in Colorado is amazing, but you don’t want to return from your trip covered in bites. Don’t worry. This ultimate repellant guide has you covered! There are few [...]
Footwear FAQ: Can I Wear Flipflops?
Trust us, you’re not the first to ask this question – it can be tricky figuring out what to wear if you are not used to fast flowing rivers. Here are all the secrets to keeping your feet happy [...]