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  1. Haunted Colorado

    Haunted Colorado With Halloween fast approaching, we are all getting into the spooky spirit of the holiday.  This year we recommend trying a more paranormal [...]

  2. Top 5 Socially Distanced Activities for Fall in Colorado

    By: Katie Schneider If you’re looking to escape the crowds this fall and continue to properly follow social distancing protocols, Colorado is one of the [...]

  3. Dude Ranches in Colorado: Experience Authentic Western Ranch Life

    Dude ranches in Colorado offer authentic western experiences with horseback riding, cattle drives, and mountain adventures. These top dude ranches in Colorado provide unforgettable vacation [...]

  4. AVA can be your Colorado Mountain Vacation Planner / Travel Guide

    WE’RE MORE THAN RAFTING. With so many different outdoor recreation options in Colorado, planning what to do can be daunting at times. Rafting, fishing, hiking, [...]

  5. 5 Reasons Guided Hiking is Better Than Taking on Rocky Mountain National Park Solo

    Have you ever thought about taking a guided hike? Have you questioned why would you take a guided hike when you can hike alone? Here [...]

  6. Top 4 Overnight Rafting Trips in Colorado

    Overnight raft trips are the best way to disconnect from the stresses of daily life and take a break from technology. These trips will allow [...]

  7. 6 Reasons You Should Visit Leadville

    6 Reasons You Should Visit Leadville Known for being the highest city by elevation (10,152 feet) in the United States, Leadville seems like a popular [...]

  8. Nature’s Comeback: How quarantine has ‘cleared the air’ and steps we can all take to keep it that way

    Earth Day is a day to celebrate everything Mother Earth has to offer us. From awe-inspiring mountains to breathtaking rivers, we have so much to [...]

  9. Top 5 Meals for a Camping Trip in Colorado

    Easy Meals To Cook On A Fire! ● Berry Campfire Pound Cake What you will need: 16 oz fresh berries 2 tablespoons sugar ¼ cup [...]

  10. Best 3 Whitewater Rafting Trips for Large Groups in Colorado

    Looking for an amazing whitewater or other outdoor adventure for your group? Then look no further, AVA is the place for you. From groups of [...]

  11. Scenic Rivers of Colorado: 10 Must-See Waterways

    From mountains, lakes, and rivers, Colorado offers a plethora of unique opportunities for outdoor exploration. Whether you’re into alpine hikes, scenic drives on backcountry roads, [...]

  12. Best Family Whitewater Rafting Trips in October

    As soon as the leaves start to change in Colorado we all seem to start getting really excited for the snow, and almost even forget [...]

  13. Top Rivers to Float in Colorado

    A fantastic way to beat the heat during Colorado’s sunny summers is by heading out on a float trip! Whether you’re looking for a leisurely [...]

  14. Top 5 Best State Parks in Colorado

    Colorado is home to 4 national parks, including one of the most popular in the country – Rocky Mountain National Park.  The grandness of these [...]

  15. Top Hiking Tours in Rocky Mountain National Park

    When it comes to amazing hiking in Colorado many locals first thought would be Rocky Mountain National Park. With an abundance of scenery and multiple [...]

  16. Top 10 Company Outings for Your Team in Colorado

    By: Faith Partain What is the true key to success? Well we think it is a happy and healthy team of employees working together to [...]

  17. 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 [...]

  18. 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. [...]

  19. 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 [...]

  20. 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 [...]

  21. 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 [...]

  22. 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 [...]

  23. 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 [...]

  24. 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 [...]

  25. 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 [...]