Vail Whitewater Race Series

Vail Whitewater Race Series

It is almost that time of year again for the annual Vail Whitewater Race Series hosted by Alpine Quest Sports and Vail Recreation District. This is a great time for adventurous athletes to come out and show their talent on the water! If you have what it takes to win the “Golden Paddle” then suit up and […]

Opening Day Preview

Opening Day Preview

What do you think of when you hear of the Colorado River?  This massive river runs through 7 states in the United States, rising in the Central Rocky Mountains and running through the majestic Grand Canyon.  The Upper Colorado River, one of the first sections of this incredible river, features mellow class I-III waters of which […]

Whitewater Rafting Bucket List

Whitewater Rafting Bucket List

Experiencing the great outdoors on a whitewater rafting trip is a once in a lifetime experience. The following list are experiences everyone should have at least once. Get your marker out and check off that box because you are one step closer to completing your bucket list with a whitewater experience of a lifetime!   […]

Our Summertime Wish List

Our Summertime Wish List

Now that the ski resorts have pretty much closed for the season and the weather is sunnier and warmer, spring runoff is right around the corner. For rafting enthusiasts alike April is the time to start tracking the snowpack’s melting rates and heating trends across your favorite watersheds headwaters. April will give you the best […]

Countdown to Opening Day on the Colorado River!

Countdown to Opening Day on the Colorado River!

Now that April is upon us, our Cliffside zipline is running and whitewater rafting in Granite and Idaho Springs begins on April 30th. As with most weather based activities this does not mean all rafting locations will be opening on the 30th like our Granite and Idaho Springs locations will. Our family fun Kremmling outpost will be […]

The Ultimate Guide to Stand Up Paddle Boarding on the Colorado River

The Ultimate Guide to Stand Up Paddle Boarding on the Colorado River

Imagine floating down the Colorado River that is also home to one of the seven natural wonders of the world, the Grand Canyon. While you take in the breathtaking scenery, listen to the birds sing and get a stellar tan you are also working your entire body for a full-body workout. Stand-Up Paddle Boarding, or […]