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White Water Rafting Fun
By Sydney Garrison

If you have never tried white water rafting, now is definitely the time. This sport is one of the most exciting and challenging things that you can do in life. There are a few things that you should know before heading out on the river though. You will need to be prepared for the physical requirements of the sport, be prepared and know how to stay safe.

White water rafting puts extreme stress on your upper body muscles, specifically your arms and back. You will (or should be) sitting the entire time so your arms will do the majority of the work by paddling and propelling your raft forward or around turns. If you have any health problems that may prevent you from doing this, you should check with a doctor to see if you can handle the strenuous workout. You also don't want to find out about a health problem while you are on the river as it would be difficult to get medical attention mid trip. If you are going rafting for the first time, you may want to do some weights in the weeks before your trip is planned. You will be working as a team with the other people in your raft, you do not want to be the weakest link. And no one wants to hear you complain the entire time that you are tired or in pain.

Whitewater Rafting Colorado
by Jim Wick | Lost Paddle Rafting Inc.

White Water Rafting On The Arkansas River, A Colorado Adventure, A Family Affair
By Donald Pyle

Picture this. It’s the 3rd week in June, it’s 10:30 AM, and our party of six and our guide shove off into the cool waters of the Arkansas River Bighorn Sheep Canyon. The 15 minute ride from the office to the departure point was light-hearted and filled with anticipation. The guides added to the excitement with their friendly banter.

After the guides unload the rafts from the bus top and the trailer and the rafts are put into the water, the group gathers around at the river’s edge. Casey, our guide, runs through the safety rules and the worse-case emergency situations with the final question, “So, are you scared yet? Good! Then let’s go.”

Whitewater Rafting in Colorado
By Jim Wick

Whitewater Rafting in Colorado can be one of the most exciting vacation prospects of a lifetime! It is one of the greatest means of experiencing Colorado's backcountry, as almost anyone can participate in the sport, and most areas along Colorado's rivers are only accessible by boat.

The sport of whitewater rafting has grown greatly over the years, growing in popularity as more travelers discover how much fun the sport of whitewater rafting is. Guests visiting Colorado typically expect an adventure element to their trip, along with the opportunity to experience Colorado's famed, pristine Rocky Mountain beauty. What better way than by raft and river?

American River Rafting - Family Fun
By Andrea Harris

River rafting is not only an exciting or adventurous sport but also gives you a chance to have good bonds with your family. River rafting ride is an enjoyable, thrilling and invigorating experience. An exciting adventure trip with your family is a great way to get away from the hustle and bustle of city life. It gives you an opportunity to get close with nature and satisfy the quench for adventure as well.

The South Fork of the American River in the Western United States has something for everyone. It not only satisfies experienced rafters but also diversity of classic Sierra foothill scenery, narrow rocky gorges, peaceful calms, and over 50 Class II & III rapids! Whether this will be your first time or you are a whitewater veteran, the South Fork of the American will provide an exciting and thrilling adventure for your family and friends.

9 Things to Consider When Selecting a Rafting Outfitter
By Joy Henkle

Knowledge. Ask how long the outfitter has been in business. And, even more important, ask how long the business has been owned by the same owner(s). Often, rafting companies will say they have been in business for a long time but the ownerships have changed numerous times over those years-a hallmark of instability.

Guide Stability. Inquire about guide training and how long the guides have been working for the company. A rafting outfitter that has guides who have been with the company for long periods of time indicate that the company is stable and treats its employees well.

Rafting Trip - Different Levels For Different Abilities
By Madawa Gamage

Rather than take the same old vacation to the same old places each and every time, making a change and trying something new makes sense because it beats the drudgery of familiar places and people and adds more fun and excitement to a vacation. A rafting trip lends itself well to a vacation idea, and there is in fact perhaps no better way than to spend the summer vacations than to go rafting down a river. Fortunately, there are many opportunities available when it comes to different types of rafting trip - each of which ensures that everyone from kids to grown-ups will find something with which to enjoy their time on the river.

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Take Your Next Family Rafting Trip in Colorado
By Madawa Gamage

There is a lot to enjoy if you know how to raft down a river. Nature is most attractive when seen from a raft and the thrill and pleasure that you get out of rafting is truly incomparable. However, you need to be adept at rafting; otherwise, it can prove to be dangerous as well as quite scary. This is why before choosing a family rafting trip you need to ensure that you only visit rivers that are certified as safe and which will not be so difficult that your rafting abilities will be insufficient to traverse the rivers safely.

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9 Things to Consider When Selecting a Rafting Outfitter
By Joy Henkle

Knowledge. Ask how long the outfitter has been in business. And, even more important, ask how long the business has been owned by the same owner(s). Often, rafting companies will say they have been in business for a long time but the ownerships have changed numerous times over those years-a hallmark of instability.

Guide Stability. Inquire about guide training and how long the guides have been working for the company. A rafting outfitter that has guides who have been with the company for long periods of time indicate that the company is stable and treats its employees well.

Referrals. An outfitter should be able to supply you with several client referrals. Don't hesitate to ask for names and phone numbers before you book your trip.