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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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Whitewater Rafting Colorado Guides

The Types of Raft Guides

The Types of Raft Guides In the rafting business, there are all kinds of rafting guides. Rafting is an extreme sport that takes quite an […]

Colorado's Summer Music Festival

All About Colorado’s Summer Music Festivals

Summer is a great time to explore the outdoors, soak up the sunshine and enjoy some great music under the summer sky. Some of the […]

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FLASH SALE: Rafting Discounts for this Weekend

Looking for some great savings on white water rafting trips this weekend? Maybe you’re hoping to celebrate Mother’s Day on a thrilling river adventure? AVA […]

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Best Camping in Buena Vista

Buena Vista is a hub for all outdoor activities in Colorado. Nearby you can find basically anything you want to do from fly fishing, to horseback riding, to rafting and […]

Wildlife in Buena Vista Colorado

Wildlife in Granite

The small town of Granite, Colorado is truly a breathtaking place. This town is nestled against the popular river destination of Buena Vista, home to […]

Denver Summer Events

Best Events in Denver this Summer

Denver, being a major melting pot of culture and people, has no lack of community-wide events going on throughout the year. Summer is a big event […]

Work in the Colorado Outdoor Industry

Work With Us!

It is about that time of year again when the snow starts to melt and the rivers start flowing! With that being said, AVA Rafting […]

Denver Summer Destination

7 Reasons You Should Visit Denver this Summer

Denver is the exciting, dynamic capital of the great state of Colorado. Aside from being known for its professional sports teams, Rocky Mountain Scenery and […]

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5 Homemade Granola Recipes to Keep You Full this Summer

 AVA Rafting & Zipline offers many more activities than just whitewater rafting. We offer half day to multiday adventures that feature paddle boarding, ziplining, rappelling, […]

Zipline for Spring Break in the Colorado Rockies

Spring Break in the Rockies

While spending a Spring Break in the Rocky Mountains isn’t the first thing that comes to most people’s minds, it might just be the best […]

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Tips on Tipping Your Raft Guide

If you have ever worked in the food or service industry, then you are very much aware of what it means to give an appropriate […]

Whitewater Rafting Colorado

Save on Summer Trips When You Book Early

Are you searching for an activity that you can do this summer that you can enjoy with friends and family? Well, let me tell you… […]

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