Blog

  1. Take Adventure to New Heights on Colorado’s Via Ferratas

    Do you long to feel your heart beat a little faster? Adrenaline course through your veins? Hands shake in anticipation? And no, we’re not talking [...]

  2. The Top 5 Podcasts to Keep You Excited About Adventuring in Colorado

    We know there’s still snow on the ground out here in Colorado, but it’s never too early to warm up to some outdoor inspiration and [...]

  3. Why a Rocky Mountain Experience Should Be the on Your Black Friday List

    Time is flying by fast as we approach the end of October. The month of Halloween comes with many fun and exciting events, but one [...]

  4. Why a Trip to Idaho Springs is Just What You’re Looking for this Fall

    In my opinion, spending the fall season in Colorado is the best thing you could possibly do. The leaves are changing, the weather is cool [...]

  5. Rafting the Colorado River in October

    If you think whitewater rafting is only for summer, think again! The Upper Colorado River is a great river to take that rafting boat or [...]

  6. Top 5 Places to Eat Around Leadville & Buena Vista

    South of Breckenridge there are two unique towns that are sure to bring in visitors during the summer. If you are looking to refuel after [...]

  7. Everything You Need on Your Packing List for a Summer Camping Trip on the Colorado River

    So, you are planning a summer camping trip on the Colorado River? You are probably asking yourself what it is that you need to bring [...]

  8. AVA Rafting & Zipline Wins 2022 Tripadvisor Travelers’ Choice Award for Top 10% of Attractions Worldwide

    AVA Rafting & Zipline’s Great Traveler Reviews Land it a Place Among Travelers’ Favorites Denver, Colorado – July 6, 2022 – AVA Rafting & Zipline [...]

  9. How to Prepare for an Overnight Rafting Trip this Summer

    Are you going on an overnight rafting trip with family and friends? Being prepared should not be a chore but rather a learning experience! This [...]

  10. Why A Whitewater Rafting Trip Is the Perfect Graduation Gift

    When your child finally graduates high school, it can seem like 18+ years have passed in the blink of an eye. You are beyond ready [...]

  11. 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 [...]

  12. 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 [...]

  13. 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 [...]

  14. 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; [...]

  15. 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 [...]

  16. 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 [...]

  17. 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 [...]

  18. 7 Steps to Planning Your Group Adventures in Colorado for Summer 2021 

    Summer 2021 is looking a bit brighter than last year and much like everyone else, we’re setting our sights on getting back to adventures with our [...]

  19. Wrap Up Your 2020 with These Great Deals on Colorado Adventures

    We all know 2020 has been a strange one and to say that we’re incredibly thankful for the beautiful outdoors and all the activities it [...]

  20. How to Get the Best Price on Adventures for Your 2021 Colorado Vacation

    If you’re anything like us, you’re already planning for your next vacation or even a weekend getaway to have something to look forward to.  If [...]

  21. 5 Activities to Avoid Cabin Fever This Winter

    For some of us, winter can be a long dreadful time full of dull moments spent at home with the occasional burst of excitement caused by holidays [...]

  22. Our Favorite Camping Gear for Fall Overnights in Colorado

    The best time of year is upon us!  As the warmer weather winds down and the days get shorter, the rivers become a bit less [...]

  23. The Great American Beer Festival

    The Great American Beer Festival Are you ready for an event you can get really hopped up for? The kind of celebration that just feels [...]

  24. Rafting Discounts & Ziplining Deals

    Updated Deals with AVA What do rafting companies and airline providers have in common? Deals, deals, and more deals. There always seems to be a [...]

  25. Leadville Boom Days

    Leadville Boom Days Celebrate the glory days of Leadville from August 4th- 6th with activities such as burro races, mining challenges, and a street fair [...]