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Interested in the latest news from the rafting, zipline and adventure industry, or looking for some suggestions about which trips to take or general things to do? Look no further! The AVA blog is your resource for the most up-to-date news and suggestions. Read all about the latest whitewater rafting news, helpful information and deals on everything Colorado rafting related! With the Colorado rafting blog, you will find everything you need to plan your adventure.

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2022 Water Level Forecasts for Rivers in Colorado

So, you are thinking of going rafting in Colorado this summer? Colorado boasts some of the best rafting– including Brown’s Canyon Monument, which Is the […]

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Five Birds You Can Watch for While Rafting the Arkansas River in Colorado

While rafting the Arkansas River here in Colorado, you’ll most likely float past an assortment of different birds, waterfowl, and even raptors. Birds and other […]

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Ten Reasons to Go Ziplining on your Colorado Spring Break

There’s really no better adventure to add to your trip than ziplining in Colorado. Imagine zooming through the sky, the fresh spring air hitting your […]

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How Does Colorado’s Winter Affect the Summer Whitewater Rafting Season?

In Colorado, winter plays a huge role in our year round climate. With as much as 75% of the states water supply coming from snowfall; […]

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5 Reasons to Book Your Colorado Spring Adventure Now

Springtime in Colorado is absolutely stunning. Not only do we get regular snow showers, but we also get many warm days, full of sunshine that […]

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The Top Fall Activities Near Kremmling, Colorado

Fall is here, and so is the latest in fall adventures   AVA is back with some of your favorite fall adventures, take a splash on […]

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Preparing for Your First Hot Air Balloon Ride in Colorado

UP..UP.. and away, hot-air balloons just got hotter The creation of the hot air balloon brought about the start of the aviation Era. Cementing two […]

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What Essentials to Pack for an Overnight Rafting Trip

Toiletries The number one item to bring on a rafting trip besides your rafting gear is sunscreen. The sun’s intensity multiplies the higher in elevation […]

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Top 4 Ways to Escape Summer Heat of the Front Range

Colorado is known for its snowy winters and great skiing but no one talks about how hot it can get. The average summer temperature in […]

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Talk Like a Local – Rafting Lingo

So, you want to talk like a local hu? Lucky for you, AVA Rafting & Zipline has been white water rafting Colorado for over 20 […]

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Top Three Rivers to do a Float Trip on in Colorado

A wonderful way to cool off during Colorado’s hot summers is to take a float trip! Float trips are best to do on rivers that […]

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8 Reasons an Overnight Rafting Trip in Colorado Should Be On Your To-Do List for Summer 2021

After spending a lot of last summer indoors, 2021 is going to be the year for getting acquainted (or reacquainted) with Colorado’s backcountry. While a multiday rafting trip may […]

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