Is Rafting Safe?
 There
are inherent risks involved with whitewater rafting that everyone
should evaluate before getting on the river. AVA has an outstanding
safety record due to the requirements we place on our guides and
equipment to perform to a high standard. Each guide has a minimum
of First Aid and CPR; as well as extensive training in all aspects
of river guiding and rescue. Trips are equipped with First Aid kits
and river rescue equipment. You will receive helmets and coast guard
approved flotation devices along with an extensive safety talk prior
to trip departure. We strive to give a fun, exciting, and safe trip
to all our guests!
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What if
I can’t swim?
Many of our guests can’t swim. We supply type V life jackets
that are designed to keep you afloat with no effort from you. The
jacket is designed to keep you floating on your back with a floating
flap behind your head. This will help keep your head out of the
water in rough whitewater conditions.
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 What
about my medical condition?
When you reserve your trip, please inform our reservationist of
any medical conditions you or someone in your group may have, so
we can prepare for any situation. If you have serious concerns about
your condition consider consulting with a physician prior to rafting.
Please let your guides know of any conditions: diabetes, asthma,
epilepsy, heart condition, pregnant, wants to get pregnant, ect.
Let our guides know so they can help.
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What if
I get hurt?
We are equipped to handle emergencies and accidents on the river;
however, we cannot assume any responsibility for injury to participants
or damage to personal belongings or for time or expense incurred.
In the event of a special rescue involving helicopters or search
and rescue, the cost will fall on the ill or injured person. Carrying
a Colorado fishing license will give you insurance for extreme evacuation
expense. When you’re out here ask our video boater Luke about
how that insurance helped him and a few buddies out of a spot.
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 Is
altitude sickness an issue?
At the high elevations of the Colorado Mountains, everyone is affected
by altitude to some degree. At elevations of greater than 8,000
ft (which we are) your body responds by breathing faster and more
deeply, resulting in shortness of breath, especially during exertion.
Many people develop mild symptoms of headache, nausea, trouble sleeping,
and unusual tiredness. These symptoms usually pass in a few days.
Drink a lot of water, stay away from alcohol and soda. Take a few
aspirin everyday and eat light meals.
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What
experience do I need?
We have trips for all ages and abilities. We rate our trips Easy
and Intermediate, which are designed for all ages and abilities.
Our Advanced and Advanced+ trips are designed for people who have
active or aggressive lifestyles. We are more concerned with the
fitness level of the person than their rafting experience.
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