American Adventure Expeditions

There’s no lack of outdoor activities in Colorado – the Centennial State should consider changing its name to the Adventure State! Here are seven must-do outdoor activities for Coloradans and visitors alike. Don’t miss out on the summer fun that Colorado has waiting for you: White Water Rafting Whitewater, slow…

A white water rafting trip is jam-packed with fun and nonstop thrills. However, before climbing aboard the raft, there are a few rules to know to ensure the safety of everyone on the raft – and maximize your enjoyment of the trip! Here are the ten cardinal white water rafting…

The laughter of a child is contagious – and one of the best ways to bring a smile to your kids’ face is with a family white water rafting trip through one of the many rivers in beautiful Colorado. Your kids will love the thrill of their first rapid ride,…

One hundred miles south of Denver, Cañon City, CO, is a gateway to adventure. The region is home to abundant outdoor recreation from climbing to white water rafting. After you spend the morning riding some rapids, spend the afternoon and evening exploring these seven spots in the historic town of Cañon City: Dinosaur Experience…

“Lean forward—row!” the raft guide yells to the paddlers over the roaring whitewater. You look up – everyone sits shoulder to shoulder around the raft, laughing with wide grins on their face. Your team’s paddles all clack together in a high-five that mirrors the silhouette of a teepee. Everyone yells…

Taking awesome white water rafting photos can be hard or easy. The hard way is bringing along a waterproof camera and then trying to snap a non-blurry selfie while riding the rapids, manning your paddle, and trying not to fly off the raft. The easy way is letting a pro…

Five sections of river. Four different regions to explore. Smiles for miles across crested waves.  White water rafting season is a Colorado staple –  many Coloradans or Centennial State visitors jump into a raft each summer with a top-of-the-line paddle expert. If you’re looking into trying your hand at some…

To make the most of your white water rafting trip, you only need to bring along a few essentials. Packing light and leaving valuables behind is always the best bet as you’re sure to get wet on all of our rafting adventures. Below, we’ve put together a list of essential…

If you’ve ever contemplated climbing into a raft and hitting the rapids, you absolutely should. Soaring over the waves is a one-of-a-kind experience, whether you’re enjoying a set of easy rapids or you’re tackling something a little more challenging. However, if you’re not properly dressed to go white water rafting,…