5 Summer Events in Kremmling/Winter Park
Sweet sweet summers in Colorado where the rivers flow like the craft beer and the mountains stand peacefully like a majestic buffalo. Don’t be fooled by the 15 minute afternoon thunderstorms for they bring a cool and refreshing climate change. These conditions are ideal for the summer events in Kremmling and Winter Park. Take a look […]
Perfect Overnights for July 4th Weekend on the River
No better way to spend your 4th of July weekend than on an overnight rafting trip on Colorado’s beautiful and unique rivers. The Colorado and Arkansas River offer some of the best rafting trips in the country and they are available for your leisurely pleasure. Various overnight trip lengths are available for the first time […]
All about Rafting in Glenwood Canyon
If you are looking for a beautiful and exciting Colorado whitewater rafting experience, look no further than the offerings of breathtaking Glenwood Canyon. Tucked deep inside an awe-inspiring gorge, the Colorado River makes for a scenic and adventurous rafting trip suited for the whole family. Alternating between picturesque, calm sections and thrilling, powerful rapids, the […]
8 Things You Always Need when you are Outside in the Mountains
Spending time on a hike or walk through the mountains can be a great experience. However, the mountains can also pose dangerous threats. Therefore, it is important to consider bringing these eight items when you are outside in the mountains: Water: Your body needs hydration when walking or hiking in the mountains especially in the […]
June is Great Outdoors Month: 5 Ways to Get Outside
Summer is quickly approaching which means warmer weather and a chance to spend some time in the fresh mountain air. June is Great Outdoors Month and a great excuse to get outside and enjoy all Colorado has to offer. Here are five ways to get outside and take advantage of the great outdoors this June: […]
Lunch Ideas for the River
Whether you are spending a couple hours or a couple days on the river, food is a must. Long days make for hungry people and it’s best that you are prepared before the hunger sets in. Rafting, kayaking, swimming or fishing can certainly wear you out. However, food fuels us for more fun. With AVA’s guided […]
We Open This Weekend/Memorial Day Rentals
Memorial Day weekend is right around the corner. Falling around late May, this is a great time of year to enjoy the mountains and water. The weather will be drastically warming up and the water will be on the rise creating perfect river conditions. This will be a fun-filled weekend on the Upper Colorado River […]
10 Rafting Essentials for your Overnight Trip
Are you planning an overnight rafting trip with AVA and wondering what camping items to take along? While AVA will provide most of your gear including tents, sleeping pads, and food, here are ten rafting essentials to consider packing: Sleeping Bag: AVA Rafting offers sleeping bags for rent. However, feel free to bring your own. […]
Tips And Tricks For May Rafting
Rafting season is finally among us!! May is a great time of year to go rafting. May is when most of the snow melt occurs, which makes unique rafting conditions. The incoming snow melt feeds the river on a daily basis creating conditions of fast currents and rising water levels. The snow melt may not […]
What National Monument Status Means for Brown’s Canyon
We are excited to celebrate Brown’s Canyon on the Arkansas River becoming a National Monument. But, first off lets begin to discuss what a National Monument means. A National Monument means the U.S. government is going to protect this area of land. Any National monument is managed by at least one of many federal agencies. […]