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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Fall in Colorado 2024

Fall is the only time of year when Mother Nature changes her features so drastically, and what a sight it is! The entire state of […]

Browns Canyon rafting with OTC and AVA

Our Experience Rafting Browns Canyon at High Water

Written by Rosa Canales, Copywriting Marketing Specialist Read more about our authors here. On June 19th, the AVA team joined up with OutThere Colorado to […]

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What to Expect this 2024 Colorado Rafting Season

With rafting starting this weekend, we are stoked for another epic season of adventure! Our outposts in Buena Vista and Idaho Springs open for rafting […]

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Colorado Wildflowers: When and Where to See Them

Wildflowers give Colorado a new boost of vibrant colors from May to August, with wildflower blooms starting at lower elevations in early May and higher […]

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Colorado Whitewater Rafting Packing List

We are excited to welcome you to the water for your exciting whitewater rafting trip! Before you leave for your adventure, it’s important to double-check […]

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Best Whitewater Rafting Near Golden, Colorado

Golden was originally named Golden City after an early settler and miner, Tom Golden. Golden City was initially meant to be one of Colorado’s many […]

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Best Places to Kayak Near Golden, Colorado

Golden, Colorado, just west of Denver, is the site of the well-known Coors Brewery and also the prestigious School of Mines. This lovely town includes […]

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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 […]

October Rafting in Colorado

Best October Rafting in Colorado

As we near the end of the warmer weather in Colorado and prep our ski gear for the winter, the whitewater available for rafting becomes […]

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Beginner Rafting Trips in Colorado

If you don’t have much experience rafting, choosing the right Whitewater Rafting experience for you can seem like a daunting endeavor. We’re here to help you […]

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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 […]

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5 Fun Facts About the Arkansas River

The Arkansas River runs right by our Buena Vista outpost, so at AVA we spend A LOT of time on this river.  The Arkansas River […]

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