5 Questions to Ask Yourself While Planning a Whitewater Rafting Trip
By: Alison Stevens Colorado is home to many excellent sections of rivers for rafting. Along with that comes many companies with the ability to take you down river. If you’re like me sometimes the number of trips they offer can tend to be a little overwhelming. So instead of stressing I have come up with […]
The Physical and Mental Perks of Getting Outdoors
Written by Geoff Johnson Recent studies have shown that the average American spends 90 percent of their life indoors. Modern technology has given humans more comfort and less of a need to go outside. Even incredibly fit people often spend little time outdoors by getting their work out in a nice air-conditioned indoor gym. Another […]
5 Great 2019 Spring Rafting Trips In Colorado
Beginning in early May, the spring rafting season in Colorado offers a number of great rafting trips for adventure-seekers of all skill levels, from beginner rafters looking to experience their first Colorado rafting adventure to seasoned whitewater experts. Expect a great Whitewater Rafting Season With heavier-than-expected snowfall in the Rockies so far this winter, the […]
The Best Colorado Rivers for Beginner Kayakers
Colorado has no shortage of scenic rivers and there’s few better ways to explore them than on a kayak! Seasoned kayakers will find no shortage of places in Colorado to drop in and experience everything from flat, calmer waters, to adrenaline pumping Class V rapids. But for first timers, the idea of getting into unexplored […]
5 Tips for a Successful Stand Up Paddle Board Excursion
Stand up paddle boarding is a fast-growing, popular sport. Paddle boards (a.k.a. SUPs) look similar to surf boards, but are more versatile. Used in the ocean, on lakes and in rivers, it’s no surprise paddle boarding is a sport that is taking Colorado by storm. The fact that the sport is relatively new leaves a lot […]
Top 5 Overlooked 14er’s in Colorado
There are 58 peaks in the state of Colorado that rise above 14,000 feet, and hardcore hikers add all 58 summits to their bucket list. There are a few extremely popular mountains to climb in Colorado’s Rockies, and on a Saturday morning in the summertime you’ll find yourself surrounded with fellow trekkers on the same mission […]
How to Plan a July 4th River Trip
There really is no better way to celebrate Independence Day than with whitewater rafting. The whitewater is going to be great this year, so why not spend your 4th of July rafting with Colorado River Rentals! CRR and AVA Rafting & Zipline have outposts in some of the most fun small towns in Colorado, including […]
Kremmling Days
Kremmling Days is a family friendly event that is an annual get together of fun and games that celebrate tradition and culture. This host of festivities is currently celebrating “100 Years of Pioneers” June 17th through June 19th. It rejoices the heritage of Kremmling and its community. This long standing tradition includes the Fireman Games, home baked goods, live music, contests and even a […]
How We’re Preparing for Opening Day
Spring and summer activities are just around the corner! Who loves the sunshine and playing in water? I know I sure do. Here at Colorado River Rentals, we just can’t wait for it. In preparation for the warm weather ahead we have been making all the preparation we possibly can to go from wild to […]
5 Best Colorado Wildflower Hikes
If you’re coming to Colorado this summer to see the beautiful scenery, you’re in luck. Colorado in the summer hosts an array of hikes with stunning wildflowers. No matter where you go in this gorgeous state there is something to see. Late June and early July are prime to see the spectacular show of blooms across the state. As any local […]