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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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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 […]

Colorado Rafting in Browns Canyon

4 Reasons Rafting in the Morning is Better than the Afternoon in Colorado

If you’re booking a rafting trip this July, you may be weighing all your options for when to go, where to go, what to pair […]

Whitewater Rafting in Colorado

Why May is the Best Time for Families to Go Rafting

Rafting has the tendency to get intimidating for families and beginners. The frothy whitewater and adrenaline-fueled trips often seem daunting, but there are ways to […]

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7 Best Group Adventures You Can do in Colorado

If you are looking for great group activities in Colorado this summer, you have come to the right place. Colorado is home to some of […]

Clear Creek RapidGrass Bluegrass Festival

Spring Events and Activities in Idaho Springs, Colorado

Though it just snowed a few inches last night, the spring season is definitely here in Idaho Springs, Colorado.  Many mountain towns along I-70 are […]

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