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Our Guides

Our river guides are trained professionals, FUN, friendly, knowledgeable and entertaining characters. There are storytellers, birders, amateur geologists, comics, and history buffs…Each one of our guides exemplifies knowledge, safety and friendship. If you have a great time on the river, remember your guide’s name and request your new amigo the next time you go paddling with Arkansas Valley Adventures. Our guides make your experience memorable and our reputation what it is.

Just wanted to drop a line and say how great our two day rafting trip was. We had John and Jed, they both did a great job. John happened to be our favorite. He was so friendly and made the trip more fun. He has a great personality and kept the trip full of energy. Will get back with you again for next summer!!! — Mark Conley

Matt House and Sally Gentling, Raft Guides and Managers, Granite

Kevin Maxie (and Wally), Raft Guide and Manager, Granite

Idaho Springs staff and managers

Leonard Griego, Driver, Granite

Alex Mclane, Raft Guide and Manager, Kremmling

Jason Connolly, Raft Guide, Driver, Manager: Granite

Rachel Croft, Raft Guide, Idaho Springs

Chris Baer, Raft Guide and Safety Kayaker, Granite

John Clauson, Raft Guide, Granite

Idaho Springs Staff Kickball Team

Zach Hubbard, Raft Guide, Granite

Kyle Blakley, Raft Guide, Granite

A few of the ladies from Granite

Kyle Matherne, Raft Guide, Granite

Staff raft guides exploring the Lower Blue River

Lindsay Whitney, Manager, Breckenridge




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40671 Highway 24 North • Buena Vista, CO 81211
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