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AVA Blog

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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Winter Zipline Tour

Thanksgiving 2018 Activities in Colorado – there are still a few adventures with AVA you can book for your holiday!

Ziplining is nearing the end for the 2018 season, so why not take the family on a zipline extravaganza near Denver! It is a great […]

Ski Trip to Colorado

What is snowpack and how does it affect rafting in Colorado?

What is snowpack? Snowpack forms from a series of snowfalls throughout the year. This causes layers to form in high altitude and cold weather areas. […]

Buena vista zipline.

Countdown to AVA’s Colorado Cliffside Zipline

Here in Colorado’s Rockies when the snow begins to melt and colors start to bloom across the mountains is when AVA Rafting & Zipline comes […]

Whitewater Rafting the Arkansas River, Colorado

The History of Whitewater Rafting

White water rafting has a much longer history in the U.S.A. than most people probably can imagine. Tales of navigating the swift moving rivers out […]

Glenwood Springs Colorado

5 Reasons to Visit Glenwood Springs, Colorado for an Unforgettable Rafting Trip

Written by Sarah Spalla Nestled in Central Colorado, Glenwood Springs is a fantastic place to experience all that the centennial state has to offer, this […]

Arkansas River Rafting

Why You Should Raft the Arkansas River This Year

It’s opening month for our Buena Vista outpost.  That means whitewater season in the Rocky Mountains is just around the corner.  Beginning in late April […]

Inflatable Kayak Adventures in Colorado

Steps on Finding Your Perfect River Trip in Colorado

With so many awesome looking options out there for rafting, it’s hard to decide which trip to choose. Which class? Full day, half day or […]

Telluride Downtown winter

5 Best Colorado Mountain Towns for Your 2018 Winter Vacation

Whether you want to spend your winter vacation hitting the slopes or relaxing in a snowy paradise, you’ll want to consider these 5 Colorado mountain […]

Summer Ski Resort in Colorado

Top 7 Summer Activities to try in Colorado: From Via Ferrata, Hot Air Balloon

Kobayashi in a hotdog eating contest, Michael Jordan in the Finals, the Ruth/Gehrig Yankees in the 1920’s, Tom Brady in the Super Bowl, and Colorado […]

Thanksgiving in Breckenridge, Colorado

Thanksgiving in Breckenridge

Fun Thanksgiving Ideas in Breckenridge If you will be heading up to beautiful Breckenridge for turkey day this year, there will be no shortage of […]

Colorado Whitewater Adventures

June 2018 Colorado River Updates

If you are looking to get more in tune with your outdoor enthusiast side, be sure to get out on the river in the next […]

Clear Creek Rafting Colorado

My Personal Experience Rafting Upper Clear Creek

Written by Travis Anderson “Awaiting to meet our travel guide, we waited outside on the benches with the other rafters who were booked on the […]

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