BROWN'S CANYON    Colorado Whitewater One-Day Arkansas River Trips

Far Flung Adventures’ Arkansas River  whitewater experience in Colorado's most beautiful valley features 13.5 miles of intense class 3 - 4 rapids, including ZOOM FLUME, WIDOWMAKER and TOILET BOWL.  Be sure to smile for the photographer at ZOOM FLUME.

The canyon is shared by the Arkansas River and the Rio Grande railroad line, hence the nickname “Choo Choo River”.  The river runs through Precambrian rock dated to 1.7 billion years of age.  Many small springs are encountered in the area, and hot water rising along the graben fault zone feeds hot pools and tubs in the Nathrop and Buena Vista area.

SEASON:
The Arkansas River is usually runnable from before Memorial Day to Labor Day. Brown’s Canyon trips are available throughout the Summer. 

COST:
$98 per person-groups of 12 and above are eligible for group discounts.  Our minimum age is ten years.

ASSEMBLES:
9:00 A.M. at Buena Vista City Park, down Main St. at the river, just past the baseball field.

WEATHER:
Temperatures range from 70-90 days to 30-60 nights.  The summer monsoons often mean afternoon thunder showers, coupled with splashy river conditions, means that rafters are well advised to bring along extra garments to ensure their comfort under changing weather conditions.  A rain jacket, wool sweater or polar fleece jacket should serve this purpose.

WATER:
Water flows typically peak in late June and drop throughout the season, until they reach a minimum of 800 cfs; then they are supplemented by flows from Twin Lakes Reservoir.  Water temperatures are usually quite chilly, ranging from high 40’s at early season to low 60’s in August.

Your river guides have many years of experience on the Arkansas River, are trained in river rescue and emergency first aid, and are certified by the Colorado River Outfitter's Association. 
 
OAR OR PADDLE RAFTS:
You may request a paddleboat for your trip. (Paddleboats require four to six willing, experienced, and in good shape paddlers since paddling requires extra energy and is not for the “faint of heart”.  Our 14 and 15 foot self-bailers have interior grablines, and footcups, the best of Class-V paddle-rafting technology.  Guests who do not specifically request paddleboat will find our oar rafts (piloted only by the guide) provide plenty of thrills.

YOU NEED TO BRING:
- cap or hat 
- sunglasses with strap or a strap for your
   regular glasses
- sunscreen 

Personal Clothing:
(plan to dress in “layers”)
- Sneakers with wool sox 
- quick-dry shorts and shirt
- sweater or polypropylene top, nylon, silk, or
   poly pants (early season) 
- dry change of clothes, footwear to leave in
   your vehicle.

PLEASE NO COTTON ON THE RIVER!

FAR FLUNG ADVENTURES WILL PROVIDE:
Rainsuit or wetsuit according to current water conditions, waterproof day bag for layers you don’t want to wear, fresh, delicious lunch and such beverages as Gatorade, lemonade mixes, and all safety equipment, including lifejackets

RESERVATIONS:
A $50 per person deposit is required to secure your place(s) on the trip. Saturday and Sunday launches are in great demand and require full payment in advance.  We accept telephone reservations using your major credit card to ensure participation.  Availability is first-come, first- served, and is also limited by regulation.  Please reserve early!

Organized Groups of 12 or more are
always welcome and are eligible for a group discount on weekdays only.  Please contact us if you would like assistance in organizing your group.

Year 'round, please call our Toll-free  reservations line 800-359-2627 or contact farflung@taosnet.com

Upon receipt of your deposits we will mail you notice of confirmed reservation and a brief medical information form to inform us of any dietary or health restrictions.