Southwest Rafting for Adults
Raft world-renowned rapids and take in the natural beauty of Canyonlands National Park.
Step onto a raft and feel the exhilaration of rushing waves as you paddle through whitewater rapids. Learn paddle and navigation skills to navigate class 2-4 river sections. Stop for day hikes to spot ancient dwellings and rock art tucked within the canyon walls. Camp along sandy shores and spot shooting stars under pristine skies. There will be times of excitement as well as times to slow down and connect with your crewmates and the natural world. Every day on this expedition will be an opportunity to expand your comfort zone, bond with your crew, and connect with the natural world. Return home reenergized and with skills in whitewater rafting and backcountry camping.
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I was surrounded by the best educators who have inspired me in so many ways and I want to follow in their footsteps in my own unique way. My group has taught me so much about myself and the world around me. I am excited for my future and to use the life skills Outward Bound has provided me.
While rafting, each day is spent practicing paddle strokes and learning to read the water – all while taking in the beauty of the canyon. The canyon rims can rise hundreds of feet above the river, enclosing participants in a remote world of rushing water and delicate ecosystems. Crewmates will become a team, coordinating their paddling and taking turns as boat captains. On this section of the Colorado River, students will enjoy adventuring through whitewater up to class 4 rapids. Between the rapids are flat water sections where you can relax, swim and enjoy the views. Most courses get the opportunity to take day hikes away from the river. These hikes provide stunning views and often the chance to see archaeological sites, petroglyphs, pictographs and remarkable geological formations.
The Colorado River
Students will get to raft down one of the largest and most significant rivers in the Southwest. Better yet, they’ll paddle through Cataract Canyon, a world-renown whitewater rafting destination that cuts through the heart of Canyonlands National Park. Archaeological sites and petroglyphs can be spotted along the way. The river boasts 31 iconic rapids that are comparable to those of the Grand Canyon in power, difficulty and beauty. Students may have the chance to encounter some of the most famous of these rapids including the Mile Long Rapids and “The Big Drops.” Slower sections of the river offer time for relaxing, bonding, and sometimes even swimming. Sandy shores offer perfect spots for camping. This section of the Colorado River is the ancestral lands of the Ute, Pueblos, and Navajo Nations.
Course Stories
I was surrounded by the best educators who have inspired me in so many ways and I want to follow in their footsteps in my own unique way. My group has taught me so much about myself and the world around me. I am excited for my future and to use the life skills Outward Bound has provided me.
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