Colorado River

Sep 9-12, 2010

(Volunteers for Outdoor Colorado)
Colorado River

Rating

Beginner

Minimum Age

18 years

Price

Adult: $200

Deposit

$100/person

Trip Overview

This spectacular canyon country of the Colorado Plateau, including Ruby and Horsethief Canyons, features majestic walls of red sandstone and offers some of the best Colorado canoeing and Colorado sea kayaking. The river is gentle with occasional small Class I+ rapids to add spice to the journey (Class I is easy and Class V is difficult). Roads do not bound this portion of the river and the steep-walled canyons are accessible only from the river, giving the area a true wilderness setting.

You’ll be amazed at stands of shiny granite sculpted by water through the ages while paddling or floating in your life jacket past the remnants of ancient metamorphic rock, called Black Rock. Camping along the river’s banks and exploring a deep box canyon will leave you awed by the immensity of geologic time and the silence of the wilderness. This is BIG COUNTRY and a geologist’s paradise. Many of our educational classes focus on this area. This stretch of river near Grand Junction, CO, can accommodate either a canoe trip or sea kayak trip.

Special Information

This is a four-day trip sponsored by Volunteers For Outdoor Colorado (VOC). YOU MUST CALL THE VOC at 303-715-1010 TO REGISTER. THERE ARE NO REFUNDS. CENTENNIAL CANOE OUTFITTERS WILL NOT BE TAKING RESERVATIONS FOR THE 2010 TRIP. Volunteers will experience a fully-guided canoe trip.  Work will consist of planting cottonwood trees, campsite restoration and removing Tamarisk trees.  Participants will tent camp along the river’s edge and time will be allowed for hiking and nighttime entertainment.  Attending this trip is a great way to give back to the environment.

San Juan Islands

Sep 6-9, 2010

San Juan Islands

Rating

Beginner

Minimum Age

13 years

Price

Adult: $695

Deposit

$300/person

Trip Overview

San Juan Island sea kayaking has over 200 rocky, forested islands to explore, the San Juan Archipelago in Washington state, just south of the Canadian border, and is a superb kayak destination. You’ll experience the fun of paddling and camping on remote islands accessible only by boat! Harking back to an earlier time, the islands were used by the native Lummi and Swinomish tribes as summer fishing camps. The pristine waters of the San Juan and Gulf Islands are host to over 80 resident Orca whales. Other wildlife sightings may include minke whales, Dall’s porpoises, seals and eagles.

The San Juan Islands are home to an eclectic mix of artists, industry, and tourism. The beautiful environment, temperate weather and fascinating variety of marine mammals and bird species all add to the allure of the islands. Stepping off the ferry in Friday Harbor, you instantly feel the age of this ancient rock; it really is a different world. Islanders have a deep appreciation for the environment. This connection to the land and water echoes of times past, but not forgotten.

Your San Juan Island sea kayaking trip will include top quality sea kayak equipment, experienced naturalist guides and mouth-watering cuisine. We invite you to join us in San Juan Island kayaking.  Price does not include airfare, ferry transportation to Friday Harbor or pre-trip lodging.

Gunnison River

Sep 4-6, 2010

Gunnison River

Rating

Beginner & Intermediate

Minimum Age

6 years

Price

Adult: $325
Kids 6 - 12: $270

Pre May 1st price
(If paid in full)

Adult: $300

Deposit

$100/person

Trip Overview

Colorado canoeing on the Gunnison River will spark your sense of adventure with opportunities for hiking and exploring, floating in your lifejacket and camping along the river’s edge. During this Colorado canoe trip, you will be dwarfed by high walls of red sandstone and shale deposited during the age of the dinosaurs.  These canyons in the Colorado Plateau are truly magnificent and not soon forgotten. Massive cottonwoods stand on many river bends supporting the huge nests of blue herons, hawks and eagles. You may hike into Dominguez Canyon, Colorado’s newest designated Wilderness Area, one of the most beautiful stops on the river. Hiking into the canyon will reveal deep, cool swimming holes, waterfalls and many ancient Indian petroglyphs (rock art panels). 1-day trips are 15 miles, 2 and 3-day trips are 31 miles, and 4 or 5-day trips are 42 miles. So canoe in Colorado on the Gunnison River with us! Read an article in the Durango Herald Newspaper about the Wilderness designation of the Escalante-Dominguez area on this river: Wild Idea

Colorado River to Moab

Sep 4-6, 2010

Colorado River to Moab

Rating

Intermediate

Minimum Age

13 years

Price

Adult: $335

Deposit

$100/person

Trip Overview

This legendary gateway into beautiful Moab is Utah’s crown jewel for breathtaking scenery! Canoe past the renowned jagged spires of Fisher Towers and the panoramic views of the snow-capped La Sal Mountains. You’ll encounter tributary streams such as Onion Creek, Ida Gulch and Professor and Castle Creeks as they join our 30-mile river stretch northwest of Moab, UT. This exciting river, flavored with rapids up to Class II in difficulty (Class I is easy and Class V is difficult), has sandy beaches providing ideal camping and fabulous vistas. Savor images of shadowed mountains, red rocks, green vegetation and cool water while canoeing in Utah on the Colorado River. You won’t believe your eyes—we guarantee it! Conducted through Moab Rafting & Canoe Company, Moab, Utah. 

San Juan Islands

Aug 30-Sep 2, 2010

San Juan Islands

Rating

Beginner

Minimum Age

13 years

Price

Adult: $695

Deposit

$300/person

Trip Overview

San Juan Island sea kayaking has over 200 rocky, forested islands to explore, the San Juan Archipelago in Washington state, just south of the Canadian border, and is a superb kayak destination. You’ll experience the fun of paddling and camping on remote islands accessible only by boat! Harking back to an earlier time, the islands were used by the native Lummi and Swinomish tribes as summer fishing camps. The pristine waters of the San Juan and Gulf Islands are host to over 80 resident Orca whales. Other wildlife sightings may include minke whales, Dall’s porpoises, seals and eagles.

The San Juan Islands are home to an eclectic mix of artists, industry, and tourism. The beautiful environment, temperate weather and fascinating variety of marine mammals and bird species all add to the allure of the islands. Stepping off the ferry in Friday Harbor, you instantly feel the age of this ancient rock; it really is a different world. Islanders have a deep appreciation for the environment. This connection to the land and water echoes of times past, but not forgotten.

Your San Juan Island sea kayaking trip will include top quality sea kayak equipment, experienced naturalist guides and mouth-watering cuisine. We invite you to join us in San Juan Island kayaking.  Price does not include airfare, ferry transportation to Friday Harbor or pre-trip lodging.

Gunnison River

Aug 27-29, 2010

Beer Tasting (Denver Museum)
Gunnison River

Rating

Beginner & Intermediate

Minimum Age

21 years

Price

Adult: $350

Deposit

$100/person

Trip Overview

Canoe & Brew

Join Jeff Brown, President of Boulder Beer Company (Colorado’s 1st microbrewery), for a unique and educational look into the micro brewing beer industry and how it differs from macro breweries. The best part will be sampling various styles of beer and learning how they are made. After a day spent outdoors paddling and hiking, a cold beer around the campsite sure sounds great. Don’t worry, we will keep the beer cold! Adults only.

Colorado canoeing on the Gunnison River will spark your sense of adventure with opportunities for hiking and exploring, floating in your lifejacket and camping along the river’s edge. During this Colorado canoe trip, you will be dwarfed by high walls of red sandstone and shale deposited during the age of the dinosaurs.  These canyons in the Colorado Plateau are truly magnificent and not soon forgotten. Massive cottonwoods stand on many river bends supporting the huge nests of blue herons, hawks and eagles. You may hike into Dominguez Canyon, Colorado’s newest designated Wilderness Area, one of the most beautiful stops on the river. Hiking into the canyon will reveal deep, cool swimming holes, waterfalls and many ancient Indian petroglyphs (rock art panels). 1-day trips are 15 miles, 2 and 3-day trips are 31 miles, and 4 or 5-day trips are 42 miles. So canoe in Colorado on the Gunnison River with us! Read an article in the Durango Herald Newspaper about the Wilderness designation of the Escalante-Dominguez area on this river: Wild Idea

Special Information

  • This trip is co-sponsored by the Denver Museum of Nature & Science. Open to the public. Adults only please.
  • A Denver Museum facilitator will add interpretation about the natural history of the region.

Colorado River

Aug 27-29, 2010

(Muffy & Friends Private Trip)
Colorado River

Rating

Beginner

Minimum Age

21 years

Price

Adult: $335

Deposit

$100/person

Trip Overview

This spectacular canyon country of the Colorado Plateau, including Ruby and Horsethief Canyons, features majestic walls of red sandstone and offers some of the best Colorado canoeing and Colorado sea kayaking. The river is gentle with occasional small Class I+ rapids to add spice to the journey (Class I is easy and Class V is difficult). Roads do not bound this portion of the river and the steep-walled canyons are accessible only from the river, giving the area a true wilderness setting.

You’ll be amazed at stands of shiny granite sculpted by water through the ages while paddling or floating in your life jacket past the remnants of ancient metamorphic rock, called Black Rock. Camping along the river’s banks and exploring a deep box canyon will leave you awed by the immensity of geologic time and the silence of the wilderness. This is BIG COUNTRY and a geologist’s paradise. Many of our educational classes focus on this area. This stretch of river near Grand Junction, CO, can accommodate either a canoe trip or sea kayak trip.

Special Information

Private trip for Muffy Steinhoff and her friends.

Gunnison River

Aug 21-21, 2010

Peach ‘n Paddle
Gunnison River

Rating

Beginner & Intermediate

Minimum Age

6 years

Price

Adult: $85
Kids 6 - 12: $75

Deposit

$85/adult and $75/Kid (6-12)

Trip Overview

Peach 'n Paddle

Our Peach ‘n Paddle weekend gives you the best of both worlds in western Colorado.  Combine a one-day canoe trip with a pure slice of Americana at the Palisade Peach Festival, running Thursday - Sunday, August 19-22, 2010.  Enjoy a serene canoe trip on the river Saturday and only 40 minutes away you can visit the Peach Festival either before or after your river adventure. And don’t forget to purchase a box of fresh, sweet peaches to take home!

The Palisade Peach Festival offers self-guided tours of the area’s fruit stands and wineries, historical tours of downtown Palisade, self-guided bike tours, Orchard and Farm Tours, and Tucan Coffee’s Roastery Tours. Friday evening kicks off the Peach Festival at Riverbend Park, complete with more than one hundred vendors and continuous entertainment. A highlight of Friday evening will be the Peach Festival fireworks. Area hotels fill up fast so make your reservations soon.

Colorado canoeing on the Gunnison River will spark your sense of adventure with opportunities for hiking and exploring, floating in your lifejacket and camping along the river’s edge. During this Colorado canoe trip, you will be dwarfed by high walls of red sandstone and shale deposited during the age of the dinosaurs.  These canyons in the Colorado Plateau are truly magnificent and not soon forgotten. Massive cottonwoods stand on many river bends supporting the huge nests of blue herons, hawks and eagles. You may hike into Dominguez Canyon, Colorado’s newest designated Wilderness Area, one of the most beautiful stops on the river. Hiking into the canyon will reveal deep, cool swimming holes, waterfalls and many ancient Indian petroglyphs (rock art panels). 1-day trips are 15 miles, 2 and 3-day trips are 31 miles, and 4 or 5-day trips are 42 miles. So canoe in Colorado on the Gunnison River with us! Read an article in the Durango Herald Newspaper about the Wilderness designation of the Escalante-Dominguez area on this river: Wild Idea

Colorado River

Aug 20-22, 2010

(Rock Cystic Fibrosis Fundraiser )
Colorado River

Rating

Beginner

Minimum Age

6 years

Price

Adult: $375
Kids 6 - 12: $340

Deposit

100

Trip Overview

This spectacular canyon country of the Colorado Plateau, including Ruby and Horsethief Canyons, features majestic walls of red sandstone and offers some of the best Colorado canoeing and Colorado sea kayaking. The river is gentle with occasional small Class I+ rapids to add spice to the journey (Class I is easy and Class V is difficult). Roads do not bound this portion of the river and the steep-walled canyons are accessible only from the river, giving the area a true wilderness setting.

You’ll be amazed at stands of shiny granite sculpted by water through the ages while paddling or floating in your life jacket past the remnants of ancient metamorphic rock, called Black Rock. Camping along the river’s banks and exploring a deep box canyon will leave you awed by the immensity of geologic time and the silence of the wilderness. This is BIG COUNTRY and a geologist’s paradise. Many of our educational classes focus on this area. This stretch of river near Grand Junction, CO, can accommodate either a canoe trip or sea kayak trip.

Special Information

This is a fund raising trip for the Rock Cystic Fibrosis Foundation (Rock CF).  Your canoe trip hostess will be Emily Schaller.  You can learn more about Emily by visiting www.letsrockcf.org

Today Emily’s battle against this deadly genetic disease is printed in magazines and posted on websites, her greatest victories are raising $150,000 for cystic fibrosis research and securing a sponsorship of $20,000 from New York-based Spin magazine for Rock CF Foundation’s annual benefit concert. Emily teaches parents, patients and audiences in the CF world about the effects of cystic fibrosis and improvements being made to the treatments. Emily has ran over 300 miles and biked over 700 miles and ridden 282 miles from Detroit to Chicago to keep healthy and raise funds for Rock CF. She organizes a annual “Just Let Me Breathe” (JLMB) rock ‘n roll benefit concert. To date the JLMB concert series has raised over $60,000. It’s plain to see, Emily is positive in her crusade. “ I am inspired and motivated to keep plugging away because I know for a fact that the money we raise is indeed helping to improve the lives of cystic fibrosis patients.“

A message from Emily…
  I am extremely excited to host the “Rock CF S’more Tasting and Sing Along” canoe trip with Centennial Canoe Outfitters (CCO). Last summer I was lucky enough to go on a 3-day canoe trip with CCO and it was the most fun I’ve had in years! Before leaving the trip I had a lot of planning to do figuring out how I could do all of my breathing treatments, keep my refrigerated meds chilled and get all the calories and fluids I needed to maintain my health. After talking with my CF care center I set up a plan and made it happen. My guides were very accommodating with storing my meds in coolers but the rest was my responsibility. Because it is a canoeing and camping trip out in a remote back country area, it does require some strength and endurance to make everything happen. Paddling, carrying your dry bag full of clothes and meds and helping out with other lifting is all a part of the trip. Some people (CF or not) may not be able to handle the rigors of this trip, so think about your physical ability before deciding if you want to join us for three days of fun! I hope to see you on the river, rocking CF the whole way!!
Rock CF,
Emily”

Because of health risks to people with Cystic Fibrosis, as a policy of the Rock CF Foundation, individuals with CF who have had a positive sputum culture for Burkholderia cepacia complex (B. cepacia) shall not attend this event or other events sponsored by the Rock CF Foundation.

Gunnison River

Aug 20-22, 2010

Wine Tasting (Denver Museum)
Gunnison River

Rating

Beginner & Intermediate

Minimum Age

21 years

Price

Adult: $350

Deposit

$100/person

Trip Overview

Wine Tasting

This trip pairs some of Colorado’s finest wines and scenery. Balistreri Vineyards of Denver, Colorado, will co-sponsor and help facilitate this delightful weekend of wine tasting and education. Balistreri Vineyards is a family owned and operated winery dedicated to making fine quality wine. Balistreri’s wines are made completely natural, with a very approachable easy drinking style. They combine both traditional wine-making methods and modern technology to produce award winning wines; hand-crafted, one barrel at a time, with grapes that are fermented on their own yeast, unaltered by sulfites, unfiltered, and aged in American oak. Balistreri wines have won numerous awards from regional to international competitions. During happy hour and the evening meal, they will feature their favorites and provide insight into the Colorado wine industry, discuss different grapes and the making of wine, explain how to correctly taste wine and successfully pair it with food.  Adults only.

There will be a free wine tasting and winery tour at Balistreri Vineyard (1946 E. 66th Ave., Denver, CO 80229,  tel 303.287.5156, toll free 1.866.896.9620) at 7 pm the Tuesday prior to your trip. Call Centennial Canoe at 720-283-0553 (toll free 877-353-1850) to RSVP for this free event. Pretrip wine tasting requires a minimum of 10 people so please RSVP. Feel free to bring friends not going on the canoe trip. Adults only please.

Colorado canoeing on the Gunnison River will spark your sense of adventure with opportunities for hiking and exploring, floating in your lifejacket and camping along the river’s edge. During this Colorado canoe trip, you will be dwarfed by high walls of red sandstone and shale deposited during the age of the dinosaurs.  These canyons in the Colorado Plateau are truly magnificent and not soon forgotten. Massive cottonwoods stand on many river bends supporting the huge nests of blue herons, hawks and eagles. You may hike into Dominguez Canyon, Colorado’s newest designated Wilderness Area, one of the most beautiful stops on the river. Hiking into the canyon will reveal deep, cool swimming holes, waterfalls and many ancient Indian petroglyphs (rock art panels). 1-day trips are 15 miles, 2 and 3-day trips are 31 miles, and 4 or 5-day trips are 42 miles. So canoe in Colorado on the Gunnison River with us! Read an article in the Durango Herald Newspaper about the Wilderness designation of the Escalante-Dominguez area on this river: Wild Idea

Special Information

  • This is a Denver Museum of Nature & Science sponsored trip. General public welcome.
  • Denver Museum Human Health Curator, Dr. Nicole Garneau, will also be providing discussions on food and your health on this learning adventure. Special focus will be on caffeine and how it works inside your brain and if there is any truth to some foods being aphrodisiacs! See her bio.

San Juan Islands

Aug 16-19, 2010

San Juan Islands

Rating

Beginner

Minimum Age

13 years

Price

Adult: $695

Deposit

$300/person

Trip Overview

San Juan Island sea kayaking has over 200 rocky, forested islands to explore, the San Juan Archipelago in Washington state, just south of the Canadian border, and is a superb kayak destination. You’ll experience the fun of paddling and camping on remote islands accessible only by boat! Harking back to an earlier time, the islands were used by the native Lummi and Swinomish tribes as summer fishing camps. The pristine waters of the San Juan and Gulf Islands are host to over 80 resident Orca whales. Other wildlife sightings may include minke whales, Dall’s porpoises, seals and eagles.

The San Juan Islands are home to an eclectic mix of artists, industry, and tourism. The beautiful environment, temperate weather and fascinating variety of marine mammals and bird species all add to the allure of the islands. Stepping off the ferry in Friday Harbor, you instantly feel the age of this ancient rock; it really is a different world. Islanders have a deep appreciation for the environment. This connection to the land and water echoes of times past, but not forgotten.

Your San Juan Island sea kayaking trip will include top quality sea kayak equipment, experienced naturalist guides and mouth-watering cuisine. We invite you to join us in San Juan Island kayaking.  Price does not include airfare, ferry transportation to Friday Harbor or pre-trip lodging.

Colorado River Upper

Aug 13-15, 2010

Colorado River Upper

Rating

Intermediate

Minimum Age

13 years

Price

Adult: $325

Pre May 1st price
(If paid in full)

Adult: $300

Deposit

$100/person

Trip Overview

This is what canoeing in Colorado is all about! Your canoe trip will cover a 30-mile stretch of spectacular canyon country northwest of Vail, CO. A stunning landscape of pine trees and multi-colored sandstone formations with some volcanic intrusions line this exciting section of river that lies just 155 miles from Denver, CO. The Bull Gulch Wilderness Study Area borders the river and provides excellent trout fishing. So don’t forget your fishing rod (Colorado fishing license is required). You’ll find yourself camping in forested areas along the river. After your canoe trip, you might also consider a relaxing visit to Glenwood Springs and their natural hot mineral springs pool and vapor caves, located just 19 miles to the west.

This section of the Colorado River features several Class II-III rapids mixed with flat water (Class I is easy and Class V is difficult).  At least one experienced paddler per boat is recommended; children should be 13 years of age or older. Colorado River canoeing also provides opportunities to “tether and float” your boat alongside the few, short Class III rapids.

Gunnison River

Aug 13-15, 2010

Music Trips (Mike Finders & Bill Powers)
Gunnison River

Rating

Beginner & Intermediate

Minimum Age

6 years

Price

Adult: $325
Kids 6 - 12: $300

Deposit

$100/person

Trip Overview

Music & Storytelling

Music has always played an important roll in the 24-year history of Centennial Canoe Outfitters.  The sounds of guitars under the stars and the crackle of the campfire seem to be magical. Plus, our guests have always been encouraged to join in the sing-a-longs or bring their favorite instrument.

Colorado canoeing on the Gunnison River will spark your sense of adventure with opportunities for hiking and exploring, floating in your lifejacket and camping along the river’s edge. During this Colorado canoe trip, you will be dwarfed by high walls of red sandstone and shale deposited during the age of the dinosaurs.  These canyons in the Colorado Plateau are truly magnificent and not soon forgotten. Massive cottonwoods stand on many river bends supporting the huge nests of blue herons, hawks and eagles. You may hike into Dominguez Canyon, Colorado’s newest designated Wilderness Area, one of the most beautiful stops on the river. Hiking into the canyon will reveal deep, cool swimming holes, waterfalls and many ancient Indian petroglyphs (rock art panels). 1-day trips are 15 miles, 2 and 3-day trips are 31 miles, and 4 or 5-day trips are 42 miles. So canoe in Colorado on the Gunnison River with us! Read an article in the Durango Herald Newspaper about the Wilderness designation of the Escalante-Dominguez area on this river: Wild Idea

Special Information

Mike Finders and Bill Powers will play a great blend of bluegrass, folk, country and blues that displays their personalized signature sound which sets them apart. Mike has won the prestigious Chris Austin Songwriting Contest at Merlefest in Wilkesboro, NC in 2004 and 2005.  Bills Powers created “Sweet Sunny South” that hails from Paonia, CO. Bill’s most recent CD, a duet with his lovely wife, Shelley, called “Honey Don’t,” cracked the national Americana Top-40 charts in October of 2009.  Both are passionate about music having played together for years and will feature a compilation of their latest CD.  Experience the intimacy of your own private concert under the stars and around the campfire.  How can it get any better than that?

Gunnison River

Aug 13-15, 2010

Star Gazing (CU Boulder Alumni)
Gunnison River

Rating

Beginner & Intermediate

Minimum Age

6 years

Price

Adult: $340
Kids 6 - 12: $275

Deposit

$100/person

Trip Overview

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Away from all the city lights, the wilderness night sky is unbelievably clear allowing you to gaze at the constellations, Milky Way, and maybe galaxies beyond! We will have an astronomy expert providing interpretation. Join us on the river & don’t miss one falling star!

Colorado canoeing on the Gunnison River will spark your sense of adventure with opportunities for hiking and exploring, floating in your lifejacket and camping along the river’s edge. During this Colorado canoe trip, you will be dwarfed by high walls of red sandstone and shale deposited during the age of the dinosaurs.  These canyons in the Colorado Plateau are truly magnificent and not soon forgotten. Massive cottonwoods stand on many river bends supporting the huge nests of blue herons, hawks and eagles. You may hike into Dominguez Canyon, Colorado’s newest designated Wilderness Area, one of the most beautiful stops on the river. Hiking into the canyon will reveal deep, cool swimming holes, waterfalls and many ancient Indian petroglyphs (rock art panels). 1-day trips are 15 miles, 2 and 3-day trips are 31 miles, and 4 or 5-day trips are 42 miles. So canoe in Colorado on the Gunnison River with us! Read an article in the Durango Herald Newspaper about the Wilderness designation of the Escalante-Dominguez area on this river: Wild Idea

Special Information

Don’t miss this opportunity to gaze at the heavens & watch the meteor shower with Tito Salas, our CU Fiske Planetarium astronomy expert, on this astronomy canoe trip. Tito has been facilitating these canoe trips since 2003 and our customers always rave about his knowledge of astronomy and his humor and energy. Tito will also be giving a private lecture to trip participants and any friends that they wish to invite at the Fiske Planetarium on the University of Colorado campus in Boulder, CO, to help familiarize them with the skies. The free lecture at Fiske Planetarium is Tuesday, August 10, 2010, from 7:30 pm - 9 pm.

This trip is a private trip for Colorado University (CU) alumni and their families. It is sponsored by the CU Alumni Association at Boulder.

Colorado River

Aug 13-15, 2010

Star Gazing (Denver Museum)
Colorado River

Rating

Beginner

Minimum Age

6 years

Price

Adult: $360
Kids 6 - 12: $325

Deposit

$100/person

Trip Overview

image

Away from all the city lights, the wilderness night sky is unbelievably clear allowing you to gaze at the constellations, Milky Way, and maybe galaxies beyond! We will have an astronomy expert providing interpretation. Join us on the river & don’t miss one falling star!

This spectacular canyon country of the Colorado Plateau, including Ruby and Horsethief Canyons, features majestic walls of red sandstone and offers some of the best Colorado canoeing and Colorado sea kayaking. The river is gentle with occasional small Class I+ rapids to add spice to the journey (Class I is easy and Class V is difficult). Roads do not bound this portion of the river and the steep-walled canyons are accessible only from the river, giving the area a true wilderness setting.

You’ll be amazed at stands of shiny granite sculpted by water through the ages while paddling or floating in your life jacket past the remnants of ancient metamorphic rock, called Black Rock. Camping along the river’s banks and exploring a deep box canyon will leave you awed by the immensity of geologic time and the silence of the wilderness. This is BIG COUNTRY and a geologist’s paradise. Many of our educational classes focus on this area. This stretch of river near Grand Junction, CO, can accommodate either a canoe trip or sea kayak trip.

Special Information

  • This trip will coincide with the peak of the Perseid Meteor Shower in 2010.
  • The Denver Museum of Nature & Science is co-sponsoring this trip. General public welcome.
  • An interpreter from the Denver Museum will facilitate this trip, discussing astronomy and answering your questions as you watch the night sky on this learning adventure.

Gunnison River

Aug 6-8, 2010

Wine Tasting (Denver Zoo)
Gunnison River

Rating

Beginner & Intermediate

Minimum Age

21 years

Price

Adult: $340

Deposit

$100/person

Trip Overview

Wine Tasting

This trip pairs some of Colorado’s finest wines and scenery. Balistreri Vineyards of Denver, Colorado, will co-sponsor and help facilitate this delightful weekend of wine tasting and education. Balistreri Vineyards is a family owned and operated winery dedicated to making fine quality wine. Balistreri’s wines are made completely natural, with a very approachable easy drinking style. They combine both traditional wine-making methods and modern technology to produce award winning wines; hand-crafted, one barrel at a time, with grapes that are fermented on their own yeast, unaltered by sulfites, unfiltered, and aged in American oak. Balistreri wines have won numerous awards from regional to international competitions. During happy hour and the evening meal, they will feature their favorites and provide insight into the Colorado wine industry, discuss different grapes and the making of wine, explain how to correctly taste wine and successfully pair it with food.  Adults only.

There will be a free wine tasting and winery tour at Balistreri Vineyard (1946 E. 66th Ave., Denver, CO 80229,  tel 303.287.5156, toll free 1.866.896.9620) at 7 pm the Tuesday prior to your trip. Call Centennial Canoe at 720-283-0553 (toll free 877-353-1850) to RSVP for this free event. Pretrip wine tasting requires a minimum of 10 people so please RSVP. Feel free to bring friends not going on the canoe trip. Adults only please.

Colorado canoeing on the Gunnison River will spark your sense of adventure with opportunities for hiking and exploring, floating in your lifejacket and camping along the river’s edge. During this Colorado canoe trip, you will be dwarfed by high walls of red sandstone and shale deposited during the age of the dinosaurs.  These canyons in the Colorado Plateau are truly magnificent and not soon forgotten. Massive cottonwoods stand on many river bends supporting the huge nests of blue herons, hawks and eagles. You may hike into Dominguez Canyon, Colorado’s newest designated Wilderness Area, one of the most beautiful stops on the river. Hiking into the canyon will reveal deep, cool swimming holes, waterfalls and many ancient Indian petroglyphs (rock art panels). 1-day trips are 15 miles, 2 and 3-day trips are 31 miles, and 4 or 5-day trips are 42 miles. So canoe in Colorado on the Gunnison River with us! Read an article in the Durango Herald Newspaper about the Wilderness designation of the Escalante-Dominguez area on this river: Wild Idea

Special Information

  • Sponsored by the Denver Zoo.
  • Zoo trips are open to the general public. This trip is for adults only.
  • There will be a naturalist from the Zoo on the trip who will add interpretation along your journey.

Gunnison River

Jul 30- Aug 1, 2010

Beer Tasting (Denver Zoo)
Gunnison River

Rating

Beginner & Intermediate

Minimum Age

21 years

Price

Adult: $340

Deposit

$100/person

Trip Overview

Canoe & Brew

Join Jeff Brown, President of Boulder Beer Company (Colorado’s 1st microbrewery), for a unique and educational look into the micro brewing beer industry and how it differs from macro breweries. The best part will be sampling various styles of beer and learning how they are made. After a day spent outdoors paddling and hiking, a cold beer around the campsite sure sounds great. Don’t worry, we will keep the beer cold! Adults only.

Colorado canoeing on the Gunnison River will spark your sense of adventure with opportunities for hiking and exploring, floating in your lifejacket and camping along the river’s edge. During this Colorado canoe trip, you will be dwarfed by high walls of red sandstone and shale deposited during the age of the dinosaurs.  These canyons in the Colorado Plateau are truly magnificent and not soon forgotten. Massive cottonwoods stand on many river bends supporting the huge nests of blue herons, hawks and eagles. You may hike into Dominguez Canyon, Colorado’s newest designated Wilderness Area, one of the most beautiful stops on the river. Hiking into the canyon will reveal deep, cool swimming holes, waterfalls and many ancient Indian petroglyphs (rock art panels). 1-day trips are 15 miles, 2 and 3-day trips are 31 miles, and 4 or 5-day trips are 42 miles. So canoe in Colorado on the Gunnison River with us! Read an article in the Durango Herald Newspaper about the Wilderness designation of the Escalante-Dominguez area on this river: Wild Idea

Special Information

  • Sponsored by the Denver Zoo.
  • Zoo trips are open to the general public. This trip is for adults only.
  • There will be a naturalist from the Zoo on the trip who will add interpretation along your journey.

Green River

Jul 28- Aug 1, 2010

Geology (CO School of Mines)
Green River

Rating

Beginner

Minimum Age

15 years

Price

Adult: $550
Students: $683

Deposit

$100/person

Trip Overview

Geology

Take a huge step into the geologic past and marvel at a landscape created over 260 million years ago when dinosaurs, not “cowboys,” roamed the Wild West. Many of our geology trips travel through the Colorado Plateau which encompasses a 4-state region. Geologists travel from all over the world to visit these magnificent rock formations. Centennial will provide a geology expert on these trips, available to answer your questions and explain how the canyons got there. Learn while you have fun!

This Utah canoe trip is an unforgettable odyssey. Paddling the spectacular 60-mile section of the Green River from Crystal Geyser south of Green River, UT, as it winds towards Mineral Bottom, just north of Canyonlands National Park, is the trip of a lifetime. Between the town of Green River, Utah, and Canyonlands National Park is part of the longest stretch of quiet wilderness water in the lower 48 states. As you canoe the Green River, the moving panorama is incomparable. The twisting, looping river winds its way between sheer, colorful sandstone walls, hundreds of feet high. Vast canyon systems and water channels branch in all directions, inviting hiking and exploring as well as providing excellent camping. Highlights may include hiking to Bow Knot Bend, the canyons of Trin-Alcove, plus Horseshoe Canyon. Old settler’s cabins, abandoned mines, historic outlaw hideouts, caves, ancient Fremont Indian petroglyphs (rock art panels a.d. 500-1200), and lush hidden springs await those who pass this way. Oftentimes, a layover day will be built into the trip for hiking. As you retrace Major John Wesley Powell’s 1869 route when he first floated this river and documented the area, remember his words describing his mission: “...to fill in the last white space on the map…”

The trip will begin in Moab, UT, where a local tour operator will transport passengers to the Green River entry point. Cars can be stored with the operator at no charge.

Special Information

Centennial teams up with the Colorado School of Mines (303-273-3303) to offer a geology class for teachers (K-12) and for general interest to the public. This combined one-day class session and 5-day canoe trip earns 3 continuing ed credits for teachers. The pretrip class for students will be at the CO School of Mines in Golden, CO, from 9 am to 4:30 pm, on Monday, July 26, 2010. Former participants in level I of this class can qualify for Level II credit by completing a special project to be determined by the instructor and conducted concurrently with the basic class offering. Non teachers may take the full course for the student price and have a reserved seat. Noncredit seats, for the canoe trip only (at regular canoe trip prices), are based on space availability. Ages 15 and up.

Bob Dickerson, Geologist with SM Stroller Corp., will be the instructor on this trip. While on the river and while hiking, he will be conducting labs and lecturing.  Bob has over 30 years of professional experience as a geologist, researcher and teacher in resource exploration, basic geologic research, environmental remediation, groundwater studies, and geologic modeling. He has published 66 articles, maps, and abstracts, and has received the USGS “Outstanding Performance Award.”

Gunnison River

Jul 23-25, 2010

Women Only (Ann Gushurst Private )
Gunnison River

Rating

Beginner & Intermediate

Minimum Age

18 years

Price

Adult: $325

Pre May 1st price
(If paid in full)

Adult: $300

Deposit

$100/person

Trip Overview

Women Only

Sometimes it’s nice not having to deal with the opposite gender for a couple of days. Imagine a weekend with no cell phones or makeup and waking up to the sound of the water.  Get a group of your girlfriends together and join our yearly Women’s Retreat, aka “Floating Women’s Convention” for women only and make new friends or catch up with old ones!

Colorado canoeing on the Gunnison River will spark your sense of adventure with opportunities for hiking and exploring, floating in your lifejacket and camping along the river’s edge. During this Colorado canoe trip, you will be dwarfed by high walls of red sandstone and shale deposited during the age of the dinosaurs.  These canyons in the Colorado Plateau are truly magnificent and not soon forgotten. Massive cottonwoods stand on many river bends supporting the huge nests of blue herons, hawks and eagles. You may hike into Dominguez Canyon, Colorado’s newest designated Wilderness Area, one of the most beautiful stops on the river. Hiking into the canyon will reveal deep, cool swimming holes, waterfalls and many ancient Indian petroglyphs (rock art panels). 1-day trips are 15 miles, 2 and 3-day trips are 31 miles, and 4 or 5-day trips are 42 miles. So canoe in Colorado on the Gunnison River with us! Read an article in the Durango Herald Newspaper about the Wilderness designation of the Escalante-Dominguez area on this river: Wild Idea

Special Information

This is a private trip for Ann Gushurst and friends.

Colorado River

Jul 23-25, 2010

Western History
Colorado River

Rating

Beginner

Minimum Age

6 years

Price

Adult: $340
Kids 6 - 12: $320

Deposit

$100/person

Trip Overview

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Join renowned Colorado historian, Professor Andrew Gulliford, while exploring the canyons of the Colorado Plateau by canoe and discussing its history and geography. Andrew will reveal the little known cowboy history of the Escalante and Dominguez Canyon areas and the colorful characters that helped shape the Grand Junction and Delta landscapes. The region’s first inhabitants, Spanish explorations, mineral booms and busts, farming and ranching, and twentieth century economic activities such as tourism and defense industries all contributed to this area. Explore how this combination of people, activities and environment helped create a distinct regional character and identity. There will be many fascinating western tales told around the campfire on this trip!

This spectacular canyon country of the Colorado Plateau, including Ruby and Horsethief Canyons, features majestic walls of red sandstone and offers some of the best Colorado canoeing and Colorado sea kayaking. The river is gentle with occasional small Class I+ rapids to add spice to the journey (Class I is easy and Class V is difficult). Roads do not bound this portion of the river and the steep-walled canyons are accessible only from the river, giving the area a true wilderness setting.

You’ll be amazed at stands of shiny granite sculpted by water through the ages while paddling or floating in your life jacket past the remnants of ancient metamorphic rock, called Black Rock. Camping along the river’s banks and exploring a deep box canyon will leave you awed by the immensity of geologic time and the silence of the wilderness. This is BIG COUNTRY and a geologist’s paradise. Many of our educational classes focus on this area. This stretch of river near Grand Junction, CO, can accommodate either a canoe trip or sea kayak trip.

Special Information

Professor Andrew Gulliford from Ft. Lewis College will facilitate this trip.

Colorado River to Moab

Jul 23-25, 2010

Colorado River to Moab

Rating

Intermediate

Minimum Age

13 years

Price

Adult: $335

Deposit

$100/person

Trip Overview

This legendary gateway into beautiful Moab is Utah’s crown jewel for breathtaking scenery! Canoe past the renowned jagged spires of Fisher Towers and the panoramic views of the snow-capped La Sal Mountains. You’ll encounter tributary streams such as Onion Creek, Ida Gulch and Professor and Castle Creeks as they join our 30-mile river stretch northwest of Moab, UT. This exciting river, flavored with rapids up to Class II in difficulty (Class I is easy and Class V is difficult), has sandy beaches providing ideal camping and fabulous vistas. Savor images of shadowed mountains, red rocks, green vegetation and cool water while canoeing in Utah on the Colorado River. You won’t believe your eyes—we guarantee it! Conducted through Moab Rafting & Canoe Company, Moab, Utah. 

Green River

Jul 21-25, 2010

Music Trips (Small Potatoes)
Green River

Rating

Beginner

Minimum Age

6 years

Price

Adult: $550
Kids 6 - 12: $510

Deposit

$100/person

Trip Overview

Music & Storytelling

Music has always played an important roll in the 24-year history of Centennial Canoe Outfitters.  The sounds of guitars under the stars and the crackle of the campfire seem to be magical. Plus, our guests have always been encouraged to join in the sing-a-longs or bring their favorite instrument.

This Utah canoe trip is an unforgettable odyssey. Paddling the spectacular 60-mile section of the Green River from Crystal Geyser south of Green River, UT, as it winds towards Mineral Bottom, just north of Canyonlands National Park, is the trip of a lifetime. Between the town of Green River, Utah, and Canyonlands National Park is part of the longest stretch of quiet wilderness water in the lower 48 states. As you canoe the Green River, the moving panorama is incomparable. The twisting, looping river winds its way between sheer, colorful sandstone walls, hundreds of feet high. Vast canyon systems and water channels branch in all directions, inviting hiking and exploring as well as providing excellent camping. Highlights may include hiking to Bow Knot Bend, the canyons of Trin-Alcove, plus Horseshoe Canyon. Old settler’s cabins, abandoned mines, historic outlaw hideouts, caves, ancient Fremont Indian petroglyphs (rock art panels a.d. 500-1200), and lush hidden springs await those who pass this way. Oftentimes, a layover day will be built into the trip for hiking. As you retrace Major John Wesley Powell’s 1869 route when he first floated this river and documented the area, remember his words describing his mission: “...to fill in the last white space on the map…”

The trip will begin in Moab, UT, where a local tour operator will transport passengers to the Green River entry point. Cars can be stored with the operator at no charge.

Special Information

Small Potatoes  is Jacquie Manning and Rich Prezioso.  This Chicago-based duo has been touring on the folk circuit since 1993 and in that time they’ve become sought-after regulars at many clubs and coffeehouses across the U.S.  They have made repeat appearances at major folk festivals, including the Kerrville Folk Festival, the Walnut Valley Folk Festival, and Philadelphia Folk Festival. They were one of the “most requested” acts at the 1999 Falcon Ridge New Artist Showcase.  Jacquie is also a past winner of the Kerrville New Folk Songwriting Contest.

They call themselves eclecto-maniacs.  They describe their music as “Celtic to Cowboy” and say it has taken them “years of careful indecision” to come up with a mix of music that ranges from country, blues, and swing to Irish, with songwriting that touches on all of those styles and more.  Their four recordings, “Alive!”, “Waltz of the Wallflowers”, “Time Flies”, and “Raw” cover all these styles.  They both sing, they both play guitars and an array of other instruments.  They even yodel.  Dirty Linen Magazine called them “one of the most polished, inventive, and entertaining shows on the circuit.”  Sing Out Magazine called them “wonderfully eclectic” and said “Small Potatoes might well be leading mainstays on the folk scene for years to come.”

San Juan Islands

Jul 19-22, 2010

San Juan Islands

Rating

Beginner

Minimum Age

13 years

Price

Adult: $695

Deposit

$300/person

Trip Overview

San Juan Island sea kayaking has over 200 rocky, forested islands to explore, the San Juan Archipelago in Washington state, just south of the Canadian border, and is a superb kayak destination. You’ll experience the fun of paddling and camping on remote islands accessible only by boat! Harking back to an earlier time, the islands were used by the native Lummi and Swinomish tribes as summer fishing camps. The pristine waters of the San Juan and Gulf Islands are host to over 80 resident Orca whales. Other wildlife sightings may include minke whales, Dall’s porpoises, seals and eagles.

The San Juan Islands are home to an eclectic mix of artists, industry, and tourism. The beautiful environment, temperate weather and fascinating variety of marine mammals and bird species all add to the allure of the islands. Stepping off the ferry in Friday Harbor, you instantly feel the age of this ancient rock; it really is a different world. Islanders have a deep appreciation for the environment. This connection to the land and water echoes of times past, but not forgotten.

Your San Juan Island sea kayaking trip will include top quality sea kayak equipment, experienced naturalist guides and mouth-watering cuisine. We invite you to join us in San Juan Island kayaking.  Price does not include airfare, ferry transportation to Friday Harbor or pre-trip lodging.

San Juan Islands

Jul 19-21, 2010

Women Only
San Juan Islands

Rating

Beginner

Minimum Age

13 years

Price

Adult: $549

Deposit

$300/person

Trip Overview

Women Only

Sometimes it’s nice not having to deal with the opposite gender for a couple of days. Imagine a weekend with no cell phones or makeup and waking up to the sound of the water.  Get a group of your girlfriends together and join our yearly Women’s Retreat, aka “Floating Women’s Convention” for women only and make new friends or catch up with old ones!

San Juan Island sea kayaking has over 200 rocky, forested islands to explore, the San Juan Archipelago in Washington state, just south of the Canadian border, and is a superb kayak destination. You’ll experience the fun of paddling and camping on remote islands accessible only by boat! Harking back to an earlier time, the islands were used by the native Lummi and Swinomish tribes as summer fishing camps. The pristine waters of the San Juan and Gulf Islands are host to over 80 resident Orca whales. Other wildlife sightings may include minke whales, Dall’s porpoises, seals and eagles.

The San Juan Islands are home to an eclectic mix of artists, industry, and tourism. The beautiful environment, temperate weather and fascinating variety of marine mammals and bird species all add to the allure of the islands. Stepping off the ferry in Friday Harbor, you instantly feel the age of this ancient rock; it really is a different world. Islanders have a deep appreciation for the environment. This connection to the land and water echoes of times past, but not forgotten.

Your San Juan Island sea kayaking trip will include top quality sea kayak equipment, experienced naturalist guides and mouth-watering cuisine. We invite you to join us in San Juan Island kayaking.  Price does not include airfare, ferry transportation to Friday Harbor or pre-trip lodging.

Gunnison River

Jul 16-18, 2010

Star Gazing
Gunnison River

Rating

Beginner & Intermediate

Minimum Age

6 years

Price

Adult: $325
Kids 6 - 12: $270

Pre May 1st price
(If paid in full)

Adult: $300

Deposit

$100/person

Trip Overview

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Away from all the city lights, the wilderness night sky is unbelievably clear allowing you to gaze at the constellations, Milky Way, and maybe galaxies beyond! We will have an astronomy expert providing interpretation. Join us on the river & don’t miss one falling star!

Colorado canoeing on the Gunnison River will spark your sense of adventure with opportunities for hiking and exploring, floating in your lifejacket and camping along the river’s edge. During this Colorado canoe trip, you will be dwarfed by high walls of red sandstone and shale deposited during the age of the dinosaurs.  These canyons in the Colorado Plateau are truly magnificent and not soon forgotten. Massive cottonwoods stand on many river bends supporting the huge nests of blue herons, hawks and eagles. You may hike into Dominguez Canyon, Colorado’s newest designated Wilderness Area, one of the most beautiful stops on the river. Hiking into the canyon will reveal deep, cool swimming holes, waterfalls and many ancient Indian petroglyphs (rock art panels). 1-day trips are 15 miles, 2 and 3-day trips are 31 miles, and 4 or 5-day trips are 42 miles. So canoe in Colorado on the Gunnison River with us! Read an article in the Durango Herald Newspaper about the Wilderness designation of the Escalante-Dominguez area on this river: Wild Idea

Special Information

Learn about the heavens from Tito Salas, our Fiske Planetarium astronomy expert, on this astronomy canoe trip. Tito has been facilitating these canoe star gazing trips since 2003 and our customers always rave about his knowledge of astronomy and his humor and energy. Tito will also be giving a private lecture to trip participants and any friends that they wish to invite at the Fiske Planetarium on the University of Colorado campus in Boulder, CO, to help familiarize them with the skies. The free lecture at Fiske Planetarium is July 13, 2010, from 7:30 pm - 9 pm.

Colorado River

Jul 16-18, 2010

Sea Kayaking in Colorado
Colorado River

Rating

Beginner

Minimum Age

6 years

Price

Adult: $335
Kids 6 - 12: $280

Pre May 1st price
(If paid in full)

Adult: $310

Deposit

$100/person

Trip Overview

Sea Kayaking in Colorado

Our two-person sea kayaks are 16-feet long and are very comfortable and stable. Sleeker than a canoe, they will also travel faster. The only thing you’ll need to carry in your kayak is a camera and water bottle. All of your camping and personal gear will be transported down river on the support raft. 

Our sea kayak trip from either Loma or Fruita, Colorado (about 13 miles west of Grand Junction, Colorado), covers a 30-mile stretch of the Colorado River to Westwater, Utah. This spectacular canyon country of the Colorado Plateau, including Ruby and Horsethief Canyons, features majestic walls of red sandstone and offers some of the best paddling in Colorado. The river is gentle with occasional small Class I+ rapids to add spice to the journey. Roads do not bound this portion of the river and the steep-walled canyons are accessible only from the river, giving the area a true wilderness setting. This stretch of river can easily be navigated in a sea kayak.

You’ll be amazed at stands of shiny granite sculpted by water through the ages while paddling or floating in your lifejacket past the remnants of ancient metamorphic rock called Black Rock. Camping along the river’s banks, exploring a natural amphitheater with ancient Indian rock art or hiking into deep box canyons will leave you awed by the immensity of geologic time and the silence of the wilderness. This is BIG COUNTRY and a geologist’s paradise. Many of our educational classes focus on this area.

Gunnison River

Jul 16-18, 2010

Wine Tasting
Gunnison River

Rating

Beginner & Intermediate

Minimum Age

21 years

Price

Adult: $325

Deposit

$100/person

Trip Overview

Wine Tasting

This trip pairs some of Colorado’s finest wines and scenery. Balistreri Vineyards of Denver, Colorado, will co-sponsor and help facilitate this delightful weekend of wine tasting and education. Balistreri Vineyards is a family owned and operated winery dedicated to making fine quality wine. Balistreri’s wines are made completely natural, with a very approachable easy drinking style. They combine both traditional wine-making methods and modern technology to produce award winning wines; hand-crafted, one barrel at a time, with grapes that are fermented on their own yeast, unaltered by sulfites, unfiltered, and aged in American oak. Balistreri wines have won numerous awards from regional to international competitions. During happy hour and the evening meal, they will feature their favorites and provide insight into the Colorado wine industry, discuss different grapes and the making of wine, explain how to correctly taste wine and successfully pair it with food.  Adults only.

There will be a free wine tasting and winery tour at Balistreri Vineyard (1946 E. 66th Ave., Denver, CO 80229,  tel 303.287.5156, toll free 1.866.896.9620) at 7 pm the Tuesday prior to your trip. Call Centennial Canoe at 720-283-0553 (toll free 877-353-1850) to RSVP for this free event. Pretrip wine tasting requires a minimum of 10 people so please RSVP. Feel free to bring friends not going on the canoe trip. Adults only please.

Colorado canoeing on the Gunnison River will spark your sense of adventure with opportunities for hiking and exploring, floating in your lifejacket and camping along the river’s edge. During this Colorado canoe trip, you will be dwarfed by high walls of red sandstone and shale deposited during the age of the dinosaurs.  These canyons in the Colorado Plateau are truly magnificent and not soon forgotten. Massive cottonwoods stand on many river bends supporting the huge nests of blue herons, hawks and eagles. You may hike into Dominguez Canyon, Colorado’s newest designated Wilderness Area, one of the most beautiful stops on the river. Hiking into the canyon will reveal deep, cool swimming holes, waterfalls and many ancient Indian petroglyphs (rock art panels). 1-day trips are 15 miles, 2 and 3-day trips are 31 miles, and 4 or 5-day trips are 42 miles. So canoe in Colorado on the Gunnison River with us! Read an article in the Durango Herald Newspaper about the Wilderness designation of the Escalante-Dominguez area on this river: Wild Idea

San Juan Islands

Jul 9-11, 2010

San Juan Islands

Rating

Beginner

Minimum Age

13 years

Price

Adult: $549

Deposit

$300/person

Trip Overview

San Juan Island sea kayaking has over 200 rocky, forested islands to explore, the San Juan Archipelago in Washington state, just south of the Canadian border, and is a superb kayak destination. You’ll experience the fun of paddling and camping on remote islands accessible only by boat! Harking back to an earlier time, the islands were used by the native Lummi and Swinomish tribes as summer fishing camps. The pristine waters of the San Juan and Gulf Islands are host to over 80 resident Orca whales. Other wildlife sightings may include minke whales, Dall’s porpoises, seals and eagles.

The San Juan Islands are home to an eclectic mix of artists, industry, and tourism. The beautiful environment, temperate weather and fascinating variety of marine mammals and bird species all add to the allure of the islands. Stepping off the ferry in Friday Harbor, you instantly feel the age of this ancient rock; it really is a different world. Islanders have a deep appreciation for the environment. This connection to the land and water echoes of times past, but not forgotten.

Your San Juan Island sea kayaking trip will include top quality sea kayak equipment, experienced naturalist guides and mouth-watering cuisine. We invite you to join us in San Juan Island kayaking.  Price does not include airfare, ferry transportation to Friday Harbor or pre-trip lodging.

Gunnison River

Jul 9-11, 2010

Western History
Gunnison River

Rating

Beginner & Intermediate

Minimum Age

6 years

Price

Adult: $340
Kids 6 - 12: $320

Deposit

$100/person

Trip Overview

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Join renowned Colorado historian, Professor Andrew Gulliford, while exploring the canyons of the Colorado Plateau by canoe and discussing its history and geography. Andrew will reveal the little known cowboy history of the Escalante and Dominguez Canyon areas and the colorful characters that helped shape the Grand Junction and Delta landscapes. The region’s first inhabitants, Spanish explorations, mineral booms and busts, farming and ranching, and twentieth century economic activities such as tourism and defense industries all contributed to this area. Explore how this combination of people, activities and environment helped create a distinct regional character and identity. There will be many fascinating western tales told around the campfire on this trip!

Colorado canoeing on the Gunnison River will spark your sense of adventure with opportunities for hiking and exploring, floating in your lifejacket and camping along the river’s edge. During this Colorado canoe trip, you will be dwarfed by high walls of red sandstone and shale deposited during the age of the dinosaurs.  These canyons in the Colorado Plateau are truly magnificent and not soon forgotten. Massive cottonwoods stand on many river bends supporting the huge nests of blue herons, hawks and eagles. You may hike into Dominguez Canyon, Colorado’s newest designated Wilderness Area, one of the most beautiful stops on the river. Hiking into the canyon will reveal deep, cool swimming holes, waterfalls and many ancient Indian petroglyphs (rock art panels). 1-day trips are 15 miles, 2 and 3-day trips are 31 miles, and 4 or 5-day trips are 42 miles. So canoe in Colorado on the Gunnison River with us! Read an article in the Durango Herald Newspaper about the Wilderness designation of the Escalante-Dominguez area on this river: Wild Idea

Special Information

Professor Andrew Gulliford from Ft. Lewis College will facilitate this trip.  Dr. Gulliford will share his stories of colorful characters and circumstances that helped shape the western landscape.

Colorado River

Jul 9-11, 2010

Astronomy in the Wilderness (CO School of Mines)
Colorado River

Rating

Beginner

Minimum Age

15 years

Price

Adult: $335
Students: $434

Deposit

$100/person

Trip Overview

Astronomy in the Wilderness

Centennial teams up with the Colorado School of Mines (303-273-3303) to offer an astronomy class for teachers (K-12) and for general interest to the public. The wilderness night sky is a phenomenal environment for learning more about our solar system, sunspots, constellations, deep sky objects, and astronomy activities for the classroom. This combined 1-day class session and 3-day canoe trip earns 2 continuing ed credits for K-12 teachers. The pretrip class for students will be at the Colorado University Fiske Planetarium in Boulder, CO, the Wednesday prior to the canoe trip from 1 pm - 8:30 pm. Former participants in level I of this class can qualify for Level II credit by completing a special project to be determined by the instructor and conducted concurrently with the basic class offering. Level II participants will attend the lecture on the Wednesday prior to the canoe trip at the Fiske Planetarium from 4 pm to 9:30 pm and will participate in a special 2-hour project in the field. Detailed class information will be mailed to all participants.

Non teachers may take the full course for the student price and have a reserved seat. Non credit seats for the canoe trip only (at regular canoe trip prices), are based on space availability. What better opportunity to have fun on the river and learn while you’re at it! Ages 15 and up.

This spectacular canyon country of the Colorado Plateau, including Ruby and Horsethief Canyons, features majestic walls of red sandstone and offers some of the best Colorado canoeing and Colorado sea kayaking. The river is gentle with occasional small Class I+ rapids to add spice to the journey (Class I is easy and Class V is difficult). Roads do not bound this portion of the river and the steep-walled canyons are accessible only from the river, giving the area a true wilderness setting.

You’ll be amazed at stands of shiny granite sculpted by water through the ages while paddling or floating in your life jacket past the remnants of ancient metamorphic rock, called Black Rock. Camping along the river’s banks and exploring a deep box canyon will leave you awed by the immensity of geologic time and the silence of the wilderness. This is BIG COUNTRY and a geologist’s paradise. Many of our educational classes focus on this area. This stretch of river near Grand Junction, CO, can accommodate either a canoe trip or sea kayak trip.

Special Information

Our instructor, Sanlyn Buxner, has been teaching this course with Centennial Canoe since 2003 and consistently gets rave reviews. Some of her background highlights are:

  • Ph.D. student at the University of Arizona in astronomy education
  • Education and Public Outreach manager for the Mars Odyssey Gamma Ray Spectrometer where she performs education and public outreach work for the newest mission to Mars, the Mars Phoenix Lander
  • Worked in astronomy education for the past 10 years, including K-12 classroom, college classrooms, museums, university outreach, and teacher professional development
  • Member of the Conceptual Astronomy and Physics Education Research team

San Juan Islands

Jul 5-8, 2010

San Juan Islands

Rating

Beginner

Minimum Age

13 years

Price

Adult: $695

Deposit

$300/person

Trip Overview

San Juan Island sea kayaking has over 200 rocky, forested islands to explore, the San Juan Archipelago in Washington state, just south of the Canadian border, and is a superb kayak destination. You’ll experience the fun of paddling and camping on remote islands accessible only by boat! Harking back to an earlier time, the islands were used by the native Lummi and Swinomish tribes as summer fishing camps. The pristine waters of the San Juan and Gulf Islands are host to over 80 resident Orca whales. Other wildlife sightings may include minke whales, Dall’s porpoises, seals and eagles.

The San Juan Islands are home to an eclectic mix of artists, industry, and tourism. The beautiful environment, temperate weather and fascinating variety of marine mammals and bird species all add to the allure of the islands. Stepping off the ferry in Friday Harbor, you instantly feel the age of this ancient rock; it really is a different world. Islanders have a deep appreciation for the environment. This connection to the land and water echoes of times past, but not forgotten.

Your San Juan Island sea kayaking trip will include top quality sea kayak equipment, experienced naturalist guides and mouth-watering cuisine. We invite you to join us in San Juan Island kayaking.  Price does not include airfare, ferry transportation to Friday Harbor or pre-trip lodging.

Gunnison River

Jul 2-4, 2010

(Launch in Delta)
Gunnison River

Rating

Beginner & Intermediate

Minimum Age

6 years

Price

Adult: $325
Kids 6 - 12: $270

Pre May 1st price
(If paid in full)

Adult: $300

Deposit

$100/person

Trip Overview

Colorado canoeing on the Gunnison River will spark your sense of adventure with opportunities for hiking and exploring, floating in your lifejacket and camping along the river’s edge. During this Colorado canoe trip, you will be dwarfed by high walls of red sandstone and shale deposited during the age of the dinosaurs.  These canyons in the Colorado Plateau are truly magnificent and not soon forgotten. Massive cottonwoods stand on many river bends supporting the huge nests of blue herons, hawks and eagles. You may hike into Dominguez Canyon, Colorado’s newest designated Wilderness Area, one of the most beautiful stops on the river. Hiking into the canyon will reveal deep, cool swimming holes, waterfalls and many ancient Indian petroglyphs (rock art panels). 1-day trips are 15 miles, 2 and 3-day trips are 31 miles, and 4 or 5-day trips are 42 miles. So canoe in Colorado on the Gunnison River with us! Read an article in the Durango Herald Newspaper about the Wilderness designation of the Escalante-Dominguez area on this river: Wild Idea

Special Information

This will be a 42-mile trip launching in Delta, CO, paddling roughly 14 miles per day.  We will paddle each day for a total of 42 miles.

Dolores River

Jul 2-4, 2010

Dolores River

Rating

Intermediate

Minimum Age

13 years

Price

Adult: $325 $295

Pre May 1st price
(If paid in full)

Adult: $300

Deposit

$100/person

Trip Overview

The Dolores River is a beautiful back-country river tucked away from normal travel in extreme western Colorado, approximately 50 miles southwest of Grand Junction, CO. Beginning at the confluence of the San Miguel and Dolores Rivers and winding up in Gateway, CO, this 30-mile section lies almost untouched by boaters. This Colorado canoe trip is the most suitable stretch for open canoes and consists of quiet water interspersed with rapids up to Class II and III in difficulty. The natural setting is spectacular with the river framed by massive red sandstone cliffs, hundreds of feet high. The scenery will test your photography skills because the vistas are magnificent!

This remote area is steeped in local western history. The canyon was an escape route and hideout for Butch Cassidy and his Hole in the Wall Gang after robbing the Telluride bank in 1889. You’ll also see a large abandoned mining flume built in the 1890’s hanging suspended high above the river on the canyon walls.

The Dolores River is recommended for those who are looking for adventure and a more challenging paddle. At least one experienced paddler per canoe is suggested; children should be 13 years of age or older. We will also be paddling with near-empty canoes which is very beneficial when negotiating the rapids of the Dolores. You will leave personal gear like clothes, tents, sleeping bags, coolers, etc., in your vehicle. Each morning we will shuttle the cars to the next riverside campsite.

Green River

Jun 30- Jul 4, 2010

Green River

Rating

Beginner

Minimum Age

6 years

Price

Adult: $550 $475
Kids 6 - 12: $460 $450

Deposit

$100/person

Trip Overview

This Utah canoe trip is an unforgettable odyssey. Paddling the spectacular 60-mile section of the Green River from Crystal Geyser south of Green River, UT, as it winds towards Mineral Bottom, just north of Canyonlands National Park, is the trip of a lifetime. Between the town of Green River, Utah, and Canyonlands National Park is part of the longest stretch of quiet wilderness water in the lower 48 states. As you canoe the Green River, the moving panorama is incomparable. The twisting, looping river winds its way between sheer, colorful sandstone walls, hundreds of feet high. Vast canyon systems and water channels branch in all directions, inviting hiking and exploring as well as providing excellent camping. Highlights may include hiking to Bow Knot Bend, the canyons of Trin-Alcove, plus Horseshoe Canyon. Old settler’s cabins, abandoned mines, historic outlaw hideouts, caves, ancient Fremont Indian petroglyphs (rock art panels a.d. 500-1200), and lush hidden springs await those who pass this way. Oftentimes, a layover day will be built into the trip for hiking. As you retrace Major John Wesley Powell’s 1869 route when he first floated this river and documented the area, remember his words describing his mission: “...to fill in the last white space on the map…”

The trip will begin in Moab, UT, where a local tour operator will transport passengers to the Green River entry point. Cars can be stored with the operator at no charge.

San Juan Islands

Jun 29-Jul 1, 2010

San Juan Islands

Rating

Beginner

Minimum Age

13 years

Price

Adult: $549

Deposit

$300/person

Trip Overview

San Juan Island sea kayaking has over 200 rocky, forested islands to explore, the San Juan Archipelago in Washington state, just south of the Canadian border, and is a superb kayak destination. You’ll experience the fun of paddling and camping on remote islands accessible only by boat! Harking back to an earlier time, the islands were used by the native Lummi and Swinomish tribes as summer fishing camps. The pristine waters of the San Juan and Gulf Islands are host to over 80 resident Orca whales. Other wildlife sightings may include minke whales, Dall’s porpoises, seals and eagles.

The San Juan Islands are home to an eclectic mix of artists, industry, and tourism. The beautiful environment, temperate weather and fascinating variety of marine mammals and bird species all add to the allure of the islands. Stepping off the ferry in Friday Harbor, you instantly feel the age of this ancient rock; it really is a different world. Islanders have a deep appreciation for the environment. This connection to the land and water echoes of times past, but not forgotten.

Your San Juan Island sea kayaking trip will include top quality sea kayak equipment, experienced naturalist guides and mouth-watering cuisine. We invite you to join us in San Juan Island kayaking.  Price does not include airfare, ferry transportation to Friday Harbor or pre-trip lodging.

Gunnison River

Jun 25-27, 2010

Geology (CO School of Mines)
Gunnison River

Rating

Beginner & Intermediate

Minimum Age

15 years

Price

Adult: $325 $295
Students: $424

Deposit

$100/person

Trip Overview

Geology

Take a huge step into the geologic past and marvel at a landscape created over 260 million years ago when dinosaurs, not “cowboys,” roamed the Wild West. Many of our geology trips travel through the Colorado Plateau which encompasses a 4-state region. Geologists travel from all over the world to visit these magnificent rock formations. Centennial will provide a geology expert on these trips, available to answer your questions and explain how the canyons got there. Learn while you have fun!

Colorado canoeing on the Gunnison River will spark your sense of adventure with opportunities for hiking and exploring, floating in your lifejacket and camping along the river’s edge. During this Colorado canoe trip, you will be dwarfed by high walls of red sandstone and shale deposited during the age of the dinosaurs.  These canyons in the Colorado Plateau are truly magnificent and not soon forgotten. Massive cottonwoods stand on many river bends supporting the huge nests of blue herons, hawks and eagles. You may hike into Dominguez Canyon, Colorado’s newest designated Wilderness Area, one of the most beautiful stops on the river. Hiking into the canyon will reveal deep, cool swimming holes, waterfalls and many ancient Indian petroglyphs (rock art panels). 1-day trips are 15 miles, 2 and 3-day trips are 31 miles, and 4 or 5-day trips are 42 miles. So canoe in Colorado on the Gunnison River with us! Read an article in the Durango Herald Newspaper about the Wilderness designation of the Escalante-Dominguez area on this river: Wild Idea

Special Information

Centennial teams up with the Colorado School of Mines (303-273-3303) to offer a geology class for teachers (K-12) and for general interest to the public. This combined one-day class session and 3-day canoe trip earns 2 continuing ed credits for teachers. The pretrip class for students will be at the CO School of Mines in Golden, CO, from 9 am to 4:30 pm, on Wednesday, June 23, 2010. Former participants in level I of this class can qualify for Level II credit by completing a special project to be determined by the instructor and conducted concurrently with the basic class offering. Non teachers may take the full course for the student price and have a reserved seat. Noncredit seats, for the canoe trip only (at regular canoe trip prices), are based on space availability. Ages 15 and up.

Bob Dickerson, Geologist with SM Stroller Corp., will be the instructor on this trip. While on the river and while hiking, he will be conducting labs and lecturing.  Bob has over 30 years of professional experience as a geologist, researcher and teacher in resource exploration, basic geologic research, environmental remediation, groundwater studies, and geologic modeling. He has published 66 articles, maps, and abstracts, and has received the USGS “Outstanding Performance Award.”

Gunnison River

Jun 19-20, 2010

Family Trip
Gunnison River

Rating

Beginner & Intermediate

Minimum Age

6 years

Price

Adult: $230 $200
Kids 6 - 12: $195

Pre May 1st price
(If paid in full)

Adult: $215

Deposit

$100/person

Trip Overview

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Renew your relationship with the kids this summer away from TVs and computer games while viewing wildlife, stargazing and, of course, roasting marshmallows around the campfire. Kids are welcome on all of our adventures except for those listed as “adults only” and the CO School of Mines trips (minimum age 15). Gain a whole new sense of “family” while enjoying the outdoors together. This is also a great opportunity to invite grandparents so they can bond with the kids too!

Colorado canoeing on the Gunnison River will spark your sense of adventure with opportunities for hiking and exploring, floating in your lifejacket and camping along the river’s edge. During this Colorado canoe trip, you will be dwarfed by high walls of red sandstone and shale deposited during the age of the dinosaurs.  These canyons in the Colorado Plateau are truly magnificent and not soon forgotten. Massive cottonwoods stand on many river bends supporting the huge nests of blue herons, hawks and eagles. You may hike into Dominguez Canyon, Colorado’s newest designated Wilderness Area, one of the most beautiful stops on the river. Hiking into the canyon will reveal deep, cool swimming holes, waterfalls and many ancient Indian petroglyphs (rock art panels). 1-day trips are 15 miles, 2 and 3-day trips are 31 miles, and 4 or 5-day trips are 42 miles. So canoe in Colorado on the Gunnison River with us! Read an article in the Durango Herald Newspaper about the Wilderness designation of the Escalante-Dominguez area on this river: Wild Idea

Special Information

Open to all.

Gunnison River

Jun 18-20, 2010

Beer Tasting
Gunnison River

Rating

Beginner & Intermediate

Minimum Age

21 years

Price

Adult: $325

Pre May 1st price
(If paid in full)

Adult: $300

Deposit

$100/person

Trip Overview

Canoe & Brew

Join Jeff Brown, President of Boulder Beer Company (Colorado’s 1st microbrewery), for a unique and educational look into the micro brewing beer industry and how it differs from macro breweries. The best part will be sampling various styles of beer and learning how they are made. After a day spent outdoors paddling and hiking, a cold beer around the campsite sure sounds great. Don’t worry, we will keep the beer cold! Adults only.

Colorado canoeing on the Gunnison River will spark your sense of adventure with opportunities for hiking and exploring, floating in your lifejacket and camping along the river’s edge. During this Colorado canoe trip, you will be dwarfed by high walls of red sandstone and shale deposited during the age of the dinosaurs.  These canyons in the Colorado Plateau are truly magnificent and not soon forgotten. Massive cottonwoods stand on many river bends supporting the huge nests of blue herons, hawks and eagles. You may hike into Dominguez Canyon, Colorado’s newest designated Wilderness Area, one of the most beautiful stops on the river. Hiking into the canyon will reveal deep, cool swimming holes, waterfalls and many ancient Indian petroglyphs (rock art panels). 1-day trips are 15 miles, 2 and 3-day trips are 31 miles, and 4 or 5-day trips are 42 miles. So canoe in Colorado on the Gunnison River with us! Read an article in the Durango Herald Newspaper about the Wilderness designation of the Escalante-Dominguez area on this river: Wild Idea

Special Information

Adults only.

Dolores River

Jun 18-20, 2010

Archaeology (Denver Museum)
Dolores River

Rating

Intermediate

Minimum Age

13 years

Price

Adult: $350

Deposit

$100/person

Trip Overview

Archaeology

Learn about the prehistoric people and past civilizations who lived along the rivers of the Colorado Plateau. Locate, examine, and interpret the rock art and structures they left behind.

The Dolores River is a beautiful back-country river tucked away from normal travel in extreme western Colorado, approximately 50 miles southwest of Grand Junction, CO. Beginning at the confluence of the San Miguel and Dolores Rivers and winding up in Gateway, CO, this 30-mile section lies almost untouched by boaters. This Colorado canoe trip is the most suitable stretch for open canoes and consists of quiet water interspersed with rapids up to Class II and III in difficulty. The natural setting is spectacular with the river framed by massive red sandstone cliffs, hundreds of feet high. The scenery will test your photography skills because the vistas are magnificent!

This remote area is steeped in local western history. The canyon was an escape route and hideout for Butch Cassidy and his Hole in the Wall Gang after robbing the Telluride bank in 1889. You’ll also see a large abandoned mining flume built in the 1890’s hanging suspended high above the river on the canyon walls.

The Dolores River is recommended for those who are looking for adventure and a more challenging paddle. At least one experienced paddler per canoe is suggested; children should be 13 years of age or older. We will also be paddling with near-empty canoes which is very beneficial when negotiating the rapids of the Dolores. You will leave personal gear like clothes, tents, sleeping bags, coolers, etc., in your vehicle. Each morning we will shuttle the cars to the next riverside campsite.

Special Information

  • This is a Denver Museum of Nature & Science sponsored trip. Public is welcome.
  • Isabel Tovar, Collections Manager in the Anthropology Department with the Denver Museum, will facilitate the trip as you explore the remnants of past civilizations in the area.

    • White River

    Jun 12-14, 2010

    White River

    Rating

    Beginner & Intermediate

    Minimum Age

    6 years

    Price

    Adult: $325
    Kids 6 - 12: $270

    Pre May 1st price
    (If paid in full)

    Adult: $300

    Deposit

    $100/person

    Trip Overview

    When you canoe Utah, you won’t soon forget it. The White River, flowing westward 34 miles from Bonanza, Utah, near the Colorado and Utah border, has been referred to as the best canoeing in Utah. It is certainly the most remote wilderness area of any flat-water river stretch in the West. Few boaters have discovered the wild and secluded beauty of a Utah canoe trip through the White River Canyon. Wildlife abounds, including wild horse herds, antelope, deer and beaver. Fantastic hiking awaits you at the unusual geologic formations of Goblin City. Before or after your trip, you may wish to hike into Fantasy Canyon or Devil’s Playground, featuring other unique rock formations. The water on the White River is generally smooth with occasional rapids up to Class I in difficulty. Excellent camping is found in the cottonwood groves along the river.

    Colorado River

    Jun 11-13, 2010

    Geography (UNC Undergraduate Course)
    Colorado River

    Rating

    Beginner

    Minimum Age

    18 years

    Price

    Adult: $280

    Deposit

    $100/person

    Trip Overview

    Geography Canoe Trips

    Centennial partners with the University of Northern Colorado (UNC) and Professor Dr. James Dunn (970-351-2834; Email Dr. Dunn), for a 3-credit Geography course on the river. Credit classes include classroom sessions and are not discounted.

    Learn about the power of water, wind, and weathering in a western environment. Explore all the exciting activity surrounding a moving river through geographic field exercises and developing a research plan as you explore the dramatic canyons and paddle the rivers. You will also be conducting scientific research for the Bureau of Land Management Salt Cedar Invasion Project.

    This spectacular canyon country of the Colorado Plateau, including Ruby and Horsethief Canyons, features majestic walls of red sandstone and offers some of the best Colorado canoeing and Colorado sea kayaking. The river is gentle with occasional small Class I+ rapids to add spice to the journey (Class I is easy and Class V is difficult). Roads do not bound this portion of the river and the steep-walled canyons are accessible only from the river, giving the area a true wilderness setting.

    You’ll be amazed at stands of shiny granite sculpted by water through the ages while paddling or floating in your life jacket past the remnants of ancient metamorphic rock, called Black Rock. Camping along the river’s banks and exploring a deep box canyon will leave you awed by the immensity of geologic time and the silence of the wilderness. This is BIG COUNTRY and a geologist’s paradise. Many of our educational classes focus on this area. This stretch of river near Grand Junction, CO, can accommodate either a canoe trip or sea kayak trip.

    Special Information

    This 3-credit undergraduate college course on Riparian Geography is being taught by Dr. James Dunn & is open to students & teachers. Go to Dr. Dunn’s website for more information.  Email Dr. Dunn for answers to your questions.

    Yampa River

    Jun 11-13, 2010

    Bird Watching (Denver Museum)
    Yampa River

    Rating

    Beginner

    Minimum Age

    6 years

    Price

    Adult: $350
    Kids 6 - 12: $315

    Deposit

    $100/person

    Trip Overview

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    Join expert birder, Norm Lewis, as he interprets the fascinating bird life found along the rivers.  Norm is past president of the Denver Field Ornithologists and Colorado Field Ornithologists, and leads field trips for those organizations as well as Denver Audubon and the Denver Museum of Nature and Science.  He became hooked on birding in the early 1980’s and has since devoted much of his time to leading birding tours all over North America.  If you aren’t careful, he may whip out his guitar and force you to listen to a couple of tunes!

    Canoe Colorado on the Yampa River, the last undammed tributary of the Colorado River system. This enchanted river in northwestern Colorado gently meanders through a remote area teeming with wildlife, colorful vegetation and an Indian pictograph. Relaxation is the keyword while camping along the lush open meadows and high-walled canyons through this 34-mile river stretch near Craig, CO. Plus, you have a good chance of seeing wildlife: deer, antelope, hawks and both bald and golden eagles. This is the most gentle of the rivers we paddle…canoeing in Colorado has never been better!

    Special Information

    • This is a Denver Museum of Nature & Science sponsored trip. General public welcome.
    • Norm Lewis will be the trip interpreter on this learning adventure. Norm is past president of the Denver Field Ornithologists and Colorado Field Ornithologists, and leads field trips for those organizations as well as Denver Audubon and the Denver Museum of Nature and Science. And, if you aren’t careful, he may whip out his guitar and force you to listen to a couple of tunes!

    Yampa River

    Jun 4-6, 2010

    Family Trip (Denver Zoo)
    Yampa River

    Rating

    Beginner

    Minimum Age

    6 years

    Price

    Adult: $335
    Kids 6 - 12: $270

    Deposit

    $100/person

    Trip Overview

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    Renew your relationship with the kids this summer away from TVs and computer games while viewing wildlife, stargazing and, of course, roasting marshmallows around the campfire. Kids are welcome on all of our adventures except for those listed as “adults only” and the CO School of Mines trips (minimum age 15). Gain a whole new sense of “family” while enjoying the outdoors together. This is also a great opportunity to invite grandparents so they can bond with the kids too!

    Canoe Colorado on the Yampa River, the last undammed tributary of the Colorado River system. This enchanted river in northwestern Colorado gently meanders through a remote area teeming with wildlife, colorful vegetation and an Indian pictograph. Relaxation is the keyword while camping along the lush open meadows and high-walled canyons through this 34-mile river stretch near Craig, CO. Plus, you have a good chance of seeing wildlife: deer, antelope, hawks and both bald and golden eagles. This is the most gentle of the rivers we paddle…canoeing in Colorado has never been better!

    Special Information

    • Sponsored by the Denver Zoo.
    • Zoo trips are open to the general public.
    • This trip will include a naturalist from the Zoo who will add interpretation along your journey.

    San Juan Islands

    May 29-31, 2010

    San Juan Islands

    Rating

    Beginner

    Minimum Age

    13 years

    Price

    Adult: $549

    Deposit

    $300/person

    Trip Overview

    San Juan Island sea kayaking has over 200 rocky, forested islands to explore, the San Juan Archipelago in Washington state, just south of the Canadian border, and is a superb kayak destination. You’ll experience the fun of paddling and camping on remote islands accessible only by boat! Harking back to an earlier time, the islands were used by the native Lummi and Swinomish tribes as summer fishing camps. The pristine waters of the San Juan and Gulf Islands are host to over 80 resident Orca whales. Other wildlife sightings may include minke whales, Dall’s porpoises, seals and eagles.

    The San Juan Islands are home to an eclectic mix of artists, industry, and tourism. The beautiful environment, temperate weather and fascinating variety of marine mammals and bird species all add to the allure of the islands. Stepping off the ferry in Friday Harbor, you instantly feel the age of this ancient rock; it really is a different world. Islanders have a deep appreciation for the environment. This connection to the land and water echoes of times past, but not forgotten.

    Your San Juan Island sea kayaking trip will include top quality sea kayak equipment, experienced naturalist guides and mouth-watering cuisine. We invite you to join us in San Juan Island kayaking.  Price does not include airfare, ferry transportation to Friday Harbor or pre-trip lodging.

    Gunnison River

    May 29-31, 2010

    (Memorial Day Weekend)
    Gunnison River

    Rating

    Beginner & Intermediate

    Minimum Age

    6 years

    Price

    Adult: $325
    Kids 6 - 12: $270

    Pre May 1st price
    (If paid in full)

    Adult: $300

    Deposit

    $100/person

    Trip Overview

    Colorado canoeing on the Gunnison River will spark your sense of adventure with opportunities for hiking and exploring, floating in your lifejacket and camping along the river’s edge. During this Colorado canoe trip, you will be dwarfed by high walls of red sandstone and shale deposited during the age of the dinosaurs.  These canyons in the Colorado Plateau are truly magnificent and not soon forgotten. Massive cottonwoods stand on many river bends supporting the huge nests of blue herons, hawks and eagles. You may hike into Dominguez Canyon, Colorado’s newest designated Wilderness Area, one of the most beautiful stops on the river. Hiking into the canyon will reveal deep, cool swimming holes, waterfalls and many ancient Indian petroglyphs (rock art panels). 1-day trips are 15 miles, 2 and 3-day trips are 31 miles, and 4 or 5-day trips are 42 miles. So canoe in Colorado on the Gunnison River with us! Read an article in the Durango Herald Newspaper about the Wilderness designation of the Escalante-Dominguez area on this river: Wild Idea

    Gunnison River

    Aug 28-30, 2009

    (Happy Hikers Group and Individuals)
    Gunnison River

    Rating

    Beginner & Intermediate

    Minimum Age

    21 years

    Price

    Adult: $320

    Pre May 1st price
    (If paid in full)

    Adult: $295

    Deposit

    $100/person

    Trip Overview

    Colorado canoeing on the Gunnison River will spark your sense of adventure with opportunities for hiking and exploring, floating in your lifejacket and camping along the river’s edge. During this Colorado canoe trip, you will be dwarfed by high walls of red sandstone and shale deposited during the age of the dinosaurs.  These canyons in the Colorado Plateau are truly magnificent and not soon forgotten. Massive cottonwoods stand on many river bends supporting the huge nests of blue herons, hawks and eagles. You may hike into Dominguez Canyon, Colorado’s newest designated Wilderness Area, one of the most beautiful stops on the river. Hiking into the canyon will reveal deep, cool swimming holes, waterfalls and many ancient Indian petroglyphs (rock art panels). 1-day trips are 15 miles, 2 and 3-day trips are 31 miles, and 4 or 5-day trips are 42 miles. So canoe in Colorado on the Gunnison River with us! Read an article in the Durango Herald Newspaper about the Wilderness designation of the Escalante-Dominguez area on this river: Wild Idea

    Special Information

    This 3-day adventure will cover a 42-mile section of the beautiful Gunnison River.  It begins in Delta, Colorado and concludes at Whitewater, CO with paddling each day.

    Colorado River

    Aug 22-23, 2009

    Sea Kayaking in Colorado
    Colorado River

    Rating

    Beginner

    Minimum Age

    6 years

    Price

    Adult: $225
    Kids 6 - 12: $180

    Pre May 1st price
    (If paid in full)

    Adult: $210

    Deposit

    $100/person

    Trip Overview

    Sea Kayaking in Colorado

    Our two-person sea kayaks are 16-feet long and are very comfortable and stable. Sleeker than a canoe, they will also travel faster. The only thing you’ll need to carry in your kayak is a camera and water bottle. All of your camping and personal gear will be transported down river on the support raft. 

    Our sea kayak trip from either Loma or Fruita, Colorado (about 13 miles west of Grand Junction, Colorado), covers a 30-mile stretch of the Colorado River to Westwater, Utah. This spectacular canyon country of the Colorado Plateau, including Ruby and Horsethief Canyons, features majestic walls of red sandstone and offers some of the best paddling in Colorado. The river is gentle with occasional small Class I+ rapids to add spice to the journey. Roads do not bound this portion of the river and the steep-walled canyons are accessible only from the river, giving the area a true wilderness setting. This stretch of river can easily be navigated in a sea kayak.

    You’ll be amazed at stands of shiny granite sculpted by water through the ages while paddling or floating in your lifejacket past the remnants of ancient metamorphic rock called Black Rock. Camping along the river’s banks, exploring a natural amphitheater with ancient Indian rock art or hiking into deep box canyons will leave you awed by the immensity of geologic time and the silence of the wilderness. This is BIG COUNTRY and a geologist’s paradise. Many of our educational classes focus on this area.

    Gunnison River

    Aug 21-23, 2009

    (Erin Swank-Mike Wymore Private)
    Gunnison River

    Rating

    Beginner & Intermediate

    Minimum Age

    6 years

    Price

    Adult: $320
    Kids 6 - 12: $255

    Deposit

    $100/person

    Trip Overview

    Colorado canoeing on the Gunnison River will spark your sense of adventure with opportunities for hiking and exploring, floating in your lifejacket and camping along the river’s edge. During this Colorado canoe trip, you will be dwarfed by high walls of red sandstone and shale deposited during the age of the dinosaurs.  These canyons in the Colorado Plateau are truly magnificent and not soon forgotten. Massive cottonwoods stand on many river bends supporting the huge nests of blue herons, hawks and eagles. You may hike into Dominguez Canyon, Colorado’s newest designated Wilderness Area, one of the most beautiful stops on the river. Hiking into the canyon will reveal deep, cool swimming holes, waterfalls and many ancient Indian petroglyphs (rock art panels). 1-day trips are 15 miles, 2 and 3-day trips are 31 miles, and 4 or 5-day trips are 42 miles. So canoe in Colorado on the Gunnison River with us! Read an article in the Durango Herald Newspaper about the Wilderness designation of the Escalante-Dominguez area on this river: Wild Idea

    Special Information

    This is a private trip for friends and family of Erin Swank and Mike Wymore.

    Colorado River

    Jul 31- Aug 2, 2009

    Sea Kayaking in Colorado
    Colorado River

    Rating

    Beginner

    Minimum Age

    6 years

    Price

    Adult: $335
    Kids 6 - 12: $270

    Pre May 1st price
    (If paid in full)

    Adult: $310
    Kids 6 - 12: $270

    Deposit

    $100/person

    Trip Overview

    Sea Kayaking in Colorado

    Our two-person sea kayaks are 16-feet long and are very comfortable and stable. Sleeker than a canoe, they will also travel faster. The only thing you’ll need to carry in your kayak is a camera and water bottle. All of your camping and personal gear will be transported down river on the support raft. 

    Our sea kayak trip from either Loma or Fruita, Colorado (about 13 miles west of Grand Junction, Colorado), covers a 30-mile stretch of the Colorado River to Westwater, Utah. This spectacular canyon country of the Colorado Plateau, including Ruby and Horsethief Canyons, features majestic walls of red sandstone and offers some of the best paddling in Colorado. The river is gentle with occasional small Class I+ rapids to add spice to the journey. Roads do not bound this portion of the river and the steep-walled canyons are accessible only from the river, giving the area a true wilderness setting. This stretch of river can easily be navigated in a sea kayak.

    You’ll be amazed at stands of shiny granite sculpted by water through the ages while paddling or floating in your lifejacket past the remnants of ancient metamorphic rock called Black Rock. Camping along the river’s banks, exploring a natural amphitheater with ancient Indian rock art or hiking into deep box canyons will leave you awed by the immensity of geologic time and the silence of the wilderness. This is BIG COUNTRY and a geologist’s paradise. Many of our educational classes focus on this area.

    Gunnison River

    Jul 25-26, 2009

    Gunnison River

    Rating

    Beginner & Intermediate

    Minimum Age

    6 years

    Price

    Adult: $225
    Kids 6 - 12: $180

    Pre May 1st price
    (If paid in full)

    Adult: $210

    Deposit

    $100/person

    Trip Overview

    Colorado canoeing on the Gunnison River will spark your sense of adventure with opportunities for hiking and exploring, floating in your lifejacket and camping along the river’s edge. During this Colorado canoe trip, you will be dwarfed by high walls of red sandstone and shale deposited during the age of the dinosaurs.  These canyons in the Colorado Plateau are truly magnificent and not soon forgotten. Massive cottonwoods stand on many river bends supporting the huge nests of blue herons, hawks and eagles. You may hike into Dominguez Canyon, Colorado’s newest designated Wilderness Area, one of the most beautiful stops on the river. Hiking into the canyon will reveal deep, cool swimming holes, waterfalls and many ancient Indian petroglyphs (rock art panels). 1-day trips are 15 miles, 2 and 3-day trips are 31 miles, and 4 or 5-day trips are 42 miles. So canoe in Colorado on the Gunnison River with us! Read an article in the Durango Herald Newspaper about the Wilderness designation of the Escalante-Dominguez area on this river: Wild Idea

    Colorado River

    Jul 24-26, 2009

    (Boulder Father/Daughter Trip)
    Colorado River

    Rating

    Beginner

    Minimum Age

    6 years

    Price

    Adult: $335
    Kids 6 - 12: $270

    Pre May 1st price
    (If paid in full)

    Adult: $310

    Deposit

    $100/person

    Trip Overview

    This spectacular canyon country of the Colorado Plateau, including Ruby and Horsethief Canyons, features majestic walls of red sandstone and offers some of the best Colorado canoeing and Colorado sea kayaking. The river is gentle with occasional small Class I+ rapids to add spice to the journey (Class I is easy and Class V is difficult). Roads do not bound this portion of the river and the steep-walled canyons are accessible only from the river, giving the area a true wilderness setting.

    You’ll be amazed at stands of shiny granite sculpted by water through the ages while paddling or floating in your life jacket past the remnants of ancient metamorphic rock, called Black Rock. Camping along the river’s banks and exploring a deep box canyon will leave you awed by the immensity of geologic time and the silence of the wilderness. This is BIG COUNTRY and a geologist’s paradise. Many of our educational classes focus on this area. This stretch of river near Grand Junction, CO, can accommodate either a canoe trip or sea kayak trip.

    Special Information

    This is a private trip.

    Colorado River

    Jul 18-19, 2009

    Family Trip (Single Parents & Kids)
    Colorado River

    Rating

    Beginner

    Minimum Age

    6 years

    Price

    Adult: $225
    Kids 6 - 12: $180

    Pre May 1st price
    (If paid in full)

    Adult: $210

    Deposit

    $100/person

    Trip Overview

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    Renew your relationship with the kids this summer away from TVs and computer games while viewing wildlife, stargazing and, of course, roasting marshmallows around the campfire. Kids are welcome on all of our adventures except for those listed as “adults only” and the CO School of Mines trips (minimum age 15). Gain a whole new sense of “family” while enjoying the outdoors together. This is also a great opportunity to invite grandparents so they can bond with the kids too!

    This spectacular canyon country of the Colorado Plateau, including Ruby and Horsethief Canyons, features majestic walls of red sandstone and offers some of the best Colorado canoeing and Colorado sea kayaking. The river is gentle with occasional small Class I+ rapids to add spice to the journey (Class I is easy and Class V is difficult). Roads do not bound this portion of the river and the steep-walled canyons are accessible only from the river, giving the area a true wilderness setting.

    You’ll be amazed at stands of shiny granite sculpted by water through the ages while paddling or floating in your life jacket past the remnants of ancient metamorphic rock, called Black Rock. Camping along the river’s banks and exploring a deep box canyon will leave you awed by the immensity of geologic time and the silence of the wilderness. This is BIG COUNTRY and a geologist’s paradise. Many of our educational classes focus on this area. This stretch of river near Grand Junction, CO, can accommodate either a canoe trip or sea kayak trip.

    Special Information

    Join other single parents and their children on the river this summer.  What a great way to bond with other like-minded adults and kids, and have a great outdoor experience too! Open to all.

    Colorado River

    Jul 17-18, 2009

    (Phil Lyon Private)
    Colorado River

    Rating

    Beginner

    Minimum Age

    21 years

    Price

    Adult: $225

    Deposit

    $100/person

    Trip Overview

    This spectacular canyon country of the Colorado Plateau, including Ruby and Horsethief Canyons, features majestic walls of red sandstone and offers some of the best Colorado canoeing and Colorado sea kayaking. The river is gentle with occasional small Class I+ rapids to add spice to the journey (Class I is easy and Class V is difficult). Roads do not bound this portion of the river and the steep-walled canyons are accessible only from the river, giving the area a true wilderness setting.

    You’ll be amazed at stands of shiny granite sculpted by water through the ages while paddling or floating in your life jacket past the remnants of ancient metamorphic rock, called Black Rock. Camping along the river’s banks and exploring a deep box canyon will leave you awed by the immensity of geologic time and the silence of the wilderness. This is BIG COUNTRY and a geologist’s paradise. Many of our educational classes focus on this area. This stretch of river near Grand Junction, CO, can accommodate either a canoe trip or sea kayak trip.

    Special Information

    This is a private trip for teachers and friends of Phil Lyon.

    Colorado River

    Jul 10-12, 2009

    Geography (UNC Graduate Course)
    Colorado River

    Rating

    Beginner

    Minimum Age

    18 years

    Price

    Adult: $265

    Deposit

    $100/person

    Trip Overview

    Geography Canoe Trips

    Centennial partners with the University of Northern Colorado (UNC) and Professor Dr. James Dunn (970-351-2834; Email Dr. Dunn), for a 3-credit Geography course on the river. Credit classes include classroom sessions and are not discounted.

    Learn about the power of water, wind, and weathering in a western environment. Explore all the exciting activity surrounding a moving river through geographic field exercises and developing a research plan as you explore the dramatic canyons and paddle the rivers. You will also be conducting scientific research for the Bureau of Land Management Salt Cedar Invasion Project.

    This spectacular canyon country of the Colorado Plateau, including Ruby and Horsethief Canyons, features majestic walls of red sandstone and offers some of the best Colorado canoeing and Colorado sea kayaking. The river is gentle with occasional small Class I+ rapids to add spice to the journey (Class I is easy and Class V is difficult). Roads do not bound this portion of the river and the steep-walled canyons are accessible only from the river, giving the area a true wilderness setting.

    You’ll be amazed at stands of shiny granite sculpted by water through the ages while paddling or floating in your life jacket past the remnants of ancient metamorphic rock, called Black Rock. Camping along the river’s banks and exploring a deep box canyon will leave you awed by the immensity of geologic time and the silence of the wilderness. This is BIG COUNTRY and a geologist’s paradise. Many of our educational classes focus on this area. This stretch of river near Grand Junction, CO, can accommodate either a canoe trip or sea kayak trip.

    Special Information

    This 3-credit graduate-level college course on River Geography is open to K-12 teachers either as a stand-alone graduate course or as part of a Graduate Certificate in Geography Education. See Dr. Dunn’s geography site for more details. The course requires two additional days in Grand Junction, CO (approximately 15+ miles from your river put-in location), following the river trip. Email Dr. Dunn for answers to your questions.

    White River

    Jul 3-5, 2009

    (Colorado Historical Society)
    White River

    Rating

    Beginner & Intermediate

    Minimum Age

    18 years

    Price

    Adult: $335

    Pre May 1st price
    (If paid in full)

    Adult: $310

    Deposit

    $100/person

    Trip Overview

    When you canoe Utah, you won’t soon forget it. The White River, flowing westward 34 miles from Bonanza, Utah, near the Colorado and Utah border, has been referred to as the best canoeing in Utah. It is certainly the most remote wilderness area of any flat-water river stretch in the West. Few boaters have discovered the wild and secluded beauty of a Utah canoe trip through the White River Canyon. Wildlife abounds, including wild horse herds, antelope, deer and beaver. Fantastic hiking awaits you at the unusual geologic formations of Goblin City. Before or after your trip, you may wish to hike into Fantasy Canyon or Devil’s Playground, featuring other unique rock formations. The water on the White River is generally smooth with occasional rapids up to Class I in difficulty. Excellent camping is found in the cottonwood groves along the river.

    Special Information

    This is a private trip. Bill Convery is the State Historian for the Colorado Historical Society and will be accompanying this trip.  He will discuss the fascinating circumstances surrounding the Meeker Massacre.

    San Juan Islands

    Jun 29- Jul 2, 2009

    San Juan Islands

    Rating

    Beginner

    Minimum Age

    13 years

    Price

    Adult: $695

    Deposit

    300

    Trip Overview

    San Juan Island sea kayaking has over 200 rocky, forested islands to explore, the San Juan Archipelago in Washington state, just south of the Canadian border, and is a superb kayak destination. You’ll experience the fun of paddling and camping on remote islands accessible only by boat! Harking back to an earlier time, the islands were used by the native Lummi and Swinomish tribes as summer fishing camps. The pristine waters of the San Juan and Gulf Islands are host to over 80 resident Orca whales. Other wildlife sightings may include minke whales, Dall’s porpoises, seals and eagles.

    The San Juan Islands are home to an eclectic mix of artists, industry, and tourism. The beautiful environment, temperate weather and fascinating variety of marine mammals and bird species all add to the allure of the islands. Stepping off the ferry in Friday Harbor, you instantly feel the age of this ancient rock; it really is a different world. Islanders have a deep appreciation for the environment. This connection to the land and water echoes of times past, but not forgotten.

    Your San Juan Island sea kayaking trip will include top quality sea kayak equipment, experienced naturalist guides and mouth-watering cuisine. We invite you to join us in San Juan Island kayaking.  Price does not include airfare, ferry transportation to Friday Harbor or pre-trip lodging.

    Colorado River

    Jun 19-21, 2009

    Sea Kayaking in Colorado (Ski Meisters and Public)
    Colorado River

    Rating

    Beginner

    Minimum Age

    6 years

    Price

    Adult: $335

    Pre May 1st price
    (If paid in full)

    Adult: $310

    Deposit

    $100/person

    Trip Overview

    Sea Kayaking in Colorado

    Our two-person sea kayaks are 16-feet long and are very comfortable and stable. Sleeker than a canoe, they will also travel faster. The only thing you’ll need to carry in your kayak is a camera and water bottle. All of your camping and personal gear will be transported down river on the support raft. 

    Our sea kayak trip from either Loma or Fruita, Colorado (about 13 miles west of Grand Junction, Colorado), covers a 30-mile stretch of the Colorado River to Westwater, Utah. This spectacular canyon country of the Colorado Plateau, including Ruby and Horsethief Canyons, features majestic walls of red sandstone and offers some of the best paddling in Colorado. The river is gentle with occasional small Class I+ rapids to add spice to the journey. Roads do not bound this portion of the river and the steep-walled canyons are accessible only from the river, giving the area a true wilderness setting. This stretch of river can easily be navigated in a sea kayak.

    You’ll be amazed at stands of shiny granite sculpted by water through the ages while paddling or floating in your lifejacket past the remnants of ancient metamorphic rock called Black Rock. Camping along the river’s banks, exploring a natural amphitheater with ancient Indian rock art or hiking into deep box canyons will leave you awed by the immensity of geologic time and the silence of the wilderness. This is BIG COUNTRY and a geologist’s paradise. Many of our educational classes focus on this area.

    Special Information

    Open to public.

    Gunnison River

    Jun 13-14, 2009

    (Weatherstone Mt. Dragons)
    Gunnison River

    Rating

    Beginner & Intermediate

    Minimum Age

    6 years

    Price

    Adult: $225
    Kids 6 - 12: $180

    Pre May 1st price
    (If paid in full)

    Adult: $210

    Deposit

    $100/person

    Trip Overview

    Colorado canoeing on the Gunnison River will spark your sense of adventure with opportunities for hiking and exploring, floating in your lifejacket and camping along the river’s edge. During this Colorado canoe trip, you will be dwarfed by high walls of red sandstone and shale deposited during the age of the dinosaurs.  These canyons in the Colorado Plateau are truly magnificent and not soon forgotten. Massive cottonwoods stand on many river bends supporting the huge nests of blue herons, hawks and eagles. You may hike into Dominguez Canyon, Colorado’s newest designated Wilderness Area, one of the most beautiful stops on the river. Hiking into the canyon will reveal deep, cool swimming holes, waterfalls and many ancient Indian petroglyphs (rock art panels). 1-day trips are 15 miles, 2 and 3-day trips are 31 miles, and 4 or 5-day trips are 42 miles. So canoe in Colorado on the Gunnison River with us! Read an article in the Durango Herald Newspaper about the Wilderness designation of the Escalante-Dominguez area on this river: Wild Idea

    Colorado River

    Jun 12-14, 2009

    Archaeology (CO Archaeological Society)
    Colorado River

    Rating

    Beginner

    Minimum Age

    6 years

    Price

    Adult: $335
    Kids 6 - 12: $280

    Deposit

    $100/person

    Trip Overview

    Archaeology

    Learn about the prehistoric people and past civilizations who lived along the rivers of the Colorado Plateau. Locate, examine, and interpret the rock art and structures they left behind.

    This spectacular canyon country of the Colorado Plateau, including Ruby and Horsethief Canyons, features majestic walls of red sandstone and offers some of the best Colorado canoeing and Colorado sea kayaking. The river is gentle with occasional small Class I+ rapids to add spice to the journey (Class I is easy and Class V is difficult). Roads do not bound this portion of the river and the steep-walled canyons are accessible only from the river, giving the area a true wilderness setting.

    You’ll be amazed at stands of shiny granite sculpted by water through the ages while paddling or floating in your life jacket past the remnants of ancient metamorphic rock, called Black Rock. Camping along the river’s banks and exploring a deep box canyon will leave you awed by the immensity of geologic time and the silence of the wilderness. This is BIG COUNTRY and a geologist’s paradise. Many of our educational classes focus on this area. This stretch of river near Grand Junction, CO, can accommodate either a canoe trip or sea kayak trip.

    Special Information

    This is a private trip for the CO Archaeological Society (CAS). Trip is open to the public, based on space availability, 6 weeks prior to departure. There will be a facilitator from the CAS to lead discussions and answer questions.

    Gunnison River

    Jun 11-13, 2009

    (Nancy Carlson-Private)
    Gunnison River

    Rating

    Beginner & Intermediate

    Minimum Age

    6 years

    Price

    Adult: $320
    Kids 6 - 12: $295

    Pre May 1st price
    (If paid in full)

    Adult: $295

    Deposit

    $100/person

    Trip Overview

    Colorado canoeing on the Gunnison River will spark your sense of adventure with opportunities for hiking and exploring, floating in your lifejacket and camping along the river’s edge. During this Colorado canoe trip, you will be dwarfed by high walls of red sandstone and shale deposited during the age of the dinosaurs.  These canyons in the Colorado Plateau are truly magnificent and not soon forgotten. Massive cottonwoods stand on many river bends supporting the huge nests of blue herons, hawks and eagles. You may hike into Dominguez Canyon, Colorado’s newest designated Wilderness Area, one of the most beautiful stops on the river. Hiking into the canyon will reveal deep, cool swimming holes, waterfalls and many ancient Indian petroglyphs (rock art panels). 1-day trips are 15 miles, 2 and 3-day trips are 31 miles, and 4 or 5-day trips are 42 miles. So canoe in Colorado on the Gunnison River with us! Read an article in the Durango Herald Newspaper about the Wilderness designation of the Escalante-Dominguez area on this river: Wild Idea

    Gunnison River

    Jun 6-7, 2009

    Gunnison River

    Rating

    Beginner & Intermediate

    Minimum Age

    6 years

    Price

    Adult: $225
    Kids 6 - 12: $180

    Pre May 1st price
    (If paid in full)

    Adult: $210

    Deposit

    $100/person

    Trip Overview

    Colorado canoeing on the Gunnison River will spark your sense of adventure with opportunities for hiking and exploring, floating in your lifejacket and camping along the river’s edge. During this Colorado canoe trip, you will be dwarfed by high walls of red sandstone and shale deposited during the age of the dinosaurs.  These canyons in the Colorado Plateau are truly magnificent and not soon forgotten. Massive cottonwoods stand on many river bends supporting the huge nests of blue herons, hawks and eagles. You may hike into Dominguez Canyon, Colorado’s newest designated Wilderness Area, one of the most beautiful stops on the river. Hiking into the canyon will reveal deep, cool swimming holes, waterfalls and many ancient Indian petroglyphs (rock art panels). 1-day trips are 15 miles, 2 and 3-day trips are 31 miles, and 4 or 5-day trips are 42 miles. So canoe in Colorado on the Gunnison River with us! Read an article in the Durango Herald Newspaper about the Wilderness designation of the Escalante-Dominguez area on this river: Wild Idea

    Yampa River

    May 30-31, 2009

    Yampa River

    Rating

    Beginner

    Minimum Age

    6 years

    Price

    Adult: $225
    Kids 6 - 12: $180

    Pre May 1st price
    (If paid in full)

    Adult: $210

    Deposit

    $100/person

    Trip Overview

    Canoe Colorado on the Yampa River, the last undammed tributary of the Colorado River system. This enchanted river in northwestern Colorado gently meanders through a remote area teeming with wildlife, colorful vegetation and an Indian pictograph. Relaxation is the keyword while camping along the lush open meadows and high-walled canyons through this 34-mile river stretch near Craig, CO. Plus, you have a good chance of seeing wildlife: deer, antelope, hawks and both bald and golden eagles. This is the most gentle of the rivers we paddle…canoeing in Colorado has never been better!

    Gunnison River

    May 16-17, 2009

    (Teresa Stuart Private)
    Gunnison River

    Rating

    Beginner & Intermediate

    Minimum Age

    6 years

    Price

    Adult: $225
    Kids 6 - 12: $180

    Deposit

    100

    Trip Overview

    Colorado canoeing on the Gunnison River will spark your sense of adventure with opportunities for hiking and exploring, floating in your lifejacket and camping along the river’s edge. During this Colorado canoe trip, you will be dwarfed by high walls of red sandstone and shale deposited during the age of the dinosaurs.  These canyons in the Colorado Plateau are truly magnificent and not soon forgotten. Massive cottonwoods stand on many river bends supporting the huge nests of blue herons, hawks and eagles. You may hike into Dominguez Canyon, Colorado’s newest designated Wilderness Area, one of the most beautiful stops on the river. Hiking into the canyon will reveal deep, cool swimming holes, waterfalls and many ancient Indian petroglyphs (rock art panels). 1-day trips are 15 miles, 2 and 3-day trips are 31 miles, and 4 or 5-day trips are 42 miles. So canoe in Colorado on the Gunnison River with us! Read an article in the Durango Herald Newspaper about the Wilderness designation of the Escalante-Dominguez area on this river: Wild Idea

    Special Information

    This is a private trip for the Teresa Stuart party.

    Costa Rica

    Apr 8-15, 2009

    (8-day adventrue)
    Costa Rica

    Rating

    Beginner

    Minimum Age

    5 years

    Price

    Adult: $1800
    Kids 5 - 10: $570

    Deposit

    $500/person

    Trip Overview

    Did you know that you can put your own trip together with as few as three and up to twenty people?  We will handle the rest and all at a great price. You can customize your own tour or find out if we have a group already going that you could join. We can also customize an extended stay to a group tour.

    On a Costa Rican multi-sport adventure, you can discover tropical jungles, active volcanoes, hot springs, waterfalls, mangrove swamps and miles of solitary beaches, washed by two oceans.  Packed into a small country from the Caribbean coast to the Pacific coast, you can hike and ride zip-lines through the jungle; enjoy a jungle boat tour to the canals of Tortuguero; raft the Sarapiqui River through a rain forest; visit Arenal, an active volcanic area; relax in hot springs and enjoy an outrigger sea canoe tour. Oh yes, & there’s time to shop & mingle with the locals. Another highlight of this country is the delicious food & gourmet coffee served by the hospitable Costa Rican people. All-inclusive except airfare.  Operated through our sister company, Centennial Adventures.

    Did you know Costa Rica has…

    • 850 species of birds, including the resplendent quetzal, scarlet macaw and toucan.
    • 35,000 species of insects, including the morpho butterfly.
    • 160 species of amphibians, including the poison-dart frog.
    • 220 species of reptiles.
    • Marine animals include the leatherback turtle, West Indian manatee, humpback whales and dolphins.
    • Land mammals include the two-toed sloth, giant anteater, armadillo, spider monkey, howler monkey, jaguar and ocelot.

    The scenery in Costa Rica is spectacular and life forms are diverse from curious monkeys to industrious leaf-cutter ants; from birds, butterflies and beetles in rainbow colors, to the slow moving sloth.  With so much to see and so many places to explore on this eco-adventure, there is never a dull moment!

    Special Information

    Pricing details for 8-day adventures:

    • $1800/person double occupancy
    • $1700/person triple occupancy
    • $350 single room supplement
    • $570/child 5-10 years sharing room facilities with 2 adults. Up to 2 children can share a room with 2 adults. The 2 adults are charged double occupancy rate.
    •   1 adult + 1 child are charged double occupancy rate. 1 adult + 2 kids are charged triple occupancy rate.
    • Above prices are based on a minimum of 3 people confirmed for departure date. If there are only 2 confirmed passengers, there will be an additional charge of $350/person.

    Costa Rica

    Mar 1-8, 2009

    (8-day adventrue)
    Costa Rica

    Rating

    Beginner

    Minimum Age

    5 years

    Price

    Adult: $1800
    Kids 5 - 10: $570

    Deposit

    $500

    Trip Overview

    Did you know that you can put your own trip together with as few as three and up to twenty people?  We will handle the rest and all at a great price. You can customize your own tour or find out if we have a group already going that you could join. We can also customize an extended stay to a group tour.

    On a Costa Rican multi-sport adventure, you can discover tropical jungles, active volcanoes, hot springs, waterfalls, mangrove swamps and miles of solitary beaches, washed by two oceans.  Packed into a small country from the Caribbean coast to the Pacific coast, you can hike and ride zip-lines through the jungle; enjoy a jungle boat tour to the canals of Tortuguero; raft the Sarapiqui River through a rain forest; visit Arenal, an active volcanic area; relax in hot springs and enjoy an outrigger sea canoe tour. Oh yes, & there’s time to shop & mingle with the locals. Another highlight of this country is the delicious food & gourmet coffee served by the hospitable Costa Rican people. All-inclusive except airfare.  Operated through our sister company, Centennial Adventures.

    Did you know Costa Rica has…

    • 850 species of birds, including the resplendent quetzal, scarlet macaw and toucan.
    • 35,000 species of insects, including the morpho butterfly.
    • 160 species of amphibians, including the poison-dart frog.
    • 220 species of reptiles.
    • Marine animals include the leatherback turtle, West Indian manatee, humpback whales and dolphins.
    • Land mammals include the two-toed sloth, giant anteater, armadillo, spider monkey, howler monkey, jaguar and ocelot.

    The scenery in Costa Rica is spectacular and life forms are diverse from curious monkeys to industrious leaf-cutter ants; from birds, butterflies and beetles in rainbow colors, to the slow moving sloth.  With so much to see and so many places to explore on this eco-adventure, there is never a dull moment!

    Special Information

    Pricing details for 8-day adventures:

    • $1800/person double occupancy
    • $1700/person triple occupancy
    • $350 single room supplement
    • $570/child 5-10 years sharing room facilities with 2 adults. Up to 2 children can share a room with 2 adults. The 2 adults are charged double occupancy rate.
    •   1 adult + 1 child are charged double occupancy rate. 1 adult + 2 kids are charged triple occupancy rate.
    • Above prices are based on a minimum of 3 people confirmed for departure date. If there are only 2 confirmed passengers, there will be an additional charge of $350/person.

    Costa Rica

    Feb 6-13, 2009

    (8-day adventrue)
    Costa Rica

    Rating

    Beginner

    Minimum Age

    5 years

    Price

    Adult: $1800
    Kids 5 - 10: $570

    Deposit

    $500/person

    Trip Overview

    Did you know that you can put your own trip together with as few as three and up to twenty people?  We will handle the rest and all at a great price. You can customize your own tour or find out if we have a group already going that you could join. We can also customize an extended stay to a group tour.

    On a Costa Rican multi-sport adventure, you can discover tropical jungles, active volcanoes, hot springs, waterfalls, mangrove swamps and miles of solitary beaches, washed by two oceans.  Packed into a small country from the Caribbean coast to the Pacific coast, you can hike and ride zip-lines through the jungle; enjoy a jungle boat tour to the canals of Tortuguero; raft the Sarapiqui River through a rain forest; visit Arenal, an active volcanic area; relax in hot springs and enjoy an outrigger sea canoe tour. Oh yes, & there’s time to shop & mingle with the locals. Another highlight of this country is the delicious food & gourmet coffee served by the hospitable Costa Rican people. All-inclusive except airfare.  Operated through our sister company, Centennial Adventures.

    Did you know Costa Rica has…

    • 850 species of birds, including the resplendent quetzal, scarlet macaw and toucan.
    • 35,000 species of insects, including the morpho butterfly.
    • 160 species of amphibians, including the poison-dart frog.
    • 220 species of reptiles.
    • Marine animals include the leatherback turtle, West Indian manatee, humpback whales and dolphins.
    • Land mammals include the two-toed sloth, giant anteater, armadillo, spider monkey, howler monkey, jaguar and ocelot.

    The scenery in Costa Rica is spectacular and life forms are diverse from curious monkeys to industrious leaf-cutter ants; from birds, butterflies and beetles in rainbow colors, to the slow moving sloth.  With so much to see and so many places to explore on this eco-adventure, there is never a dull moment!

    Special Information

    Pricing details for 8-day adventures:

    • $1800/person double occupancy
    • $1700/person triple occupancy
    • $350 single room supplement
    • $570/child 5-10 years sharing room facilities with 2 adults. Up to 2 children can share a room with 2 adults. The 2 adults are charged double occupancy rate.
    •   1 adult + 1 child are charged double occupancy rate. 1 adult + 2 kids are charged triple occupancy rate.
    • Above prices are based on a minimum of 3 people confirmed for departure date. If there are only 2 confirmed passengers, there will be an additional charge of $350/person.

     

    Gunnison River

    Aug 20-22, 2010

    Gunnison River

    Rating

    Beginner & Intermediate

    Minimum Age

    6 years

    Price

    Adult: $325
    Kids 6 - 12: $290

    Deposit

    $100/person

    Trip Overview

    Colorado canoeing on the Gunnison River will spark your sense of adventure with opportunities for hiking and exploring, floating in your lifejacket and camping along the river’s edge. During this Colorado canoe trip, you will be dwarfed by high walls of red sandstone and shale deposited during the age of the dinosaurs.  These canyons in the Colorado Plateau are truly magnificent and not soon forgotten. Massive cottonwoods stand on many river bends supporting the huge nests of blue herons, hawks and eagles. You may hike into Dominguez Canyon, Colorado’s newest designated Wilderness Area, one of the most beautiful stops on the river. Hiking into the canyon will reveal deep, cool swimming holes, waterfalls and many ancient Indian petroglyphs (rock art panels). 1-day trips are 15 miles, 2 and 3-day trips are 31 miles, and 4 or 5-day trips are 42 miles. So canoe in Colorado on the Gunnison River with us! Read an article in the Durango Herald Newspaper about the Wilderness designation of the Escalante-Dominguez area on this river: Wild Idea

    Special Information

    The Fort Collins Audubon will have a facilitator on the trip to talk about the cultural and natural history of the region and to answer your questions and point out interesting things along the journey, including the birds.

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    Colorado River

    Aug 6-8, 2010

    (Oberlin College Alumni)
    Colorado River

    Rating

    Beginner

    Minimum Age

    18 years

    Price

    Adult: $400

    Deposit

    $100/person

    Trip Overview

    This spectacular canyon country of the Colorado Plateau, including Ruby and Horsethief Canyons, features majestic walls of red sandstone and offers some of the best Colorado canoeing and Colorado sea kayaking. The river is gentle with occasional small Class I+ rapids to add spice to the journey (Class I is easy and Class V is difficult). Roads do not bound this portion of the river and the steep-walled canyons are accessible only from the river, giving the area a true wilderness setting.

    You’ll be amazed at stands of shiny granite sculpted by water through the ages while paddling or floating in your life jacket past the remnants of ancient metamorphic rock, called Black Rock. Camping along the river’s banks and exploring a deep box canyon will leave you awed by the immensity of geologic time and the silence of the wilderness. This is BIG COUNTRY and a geologist’s paradise. Many of our educational classes focus on this area. This stretch of river near Grand Junction, CO, can accommodate either a canoe trip or sea kayak trip.

    Special Information

    This is a private trip for Oberlin College Alumni. There will be an Oberlin facilitator accompanying the trip.  Please note that this trip is designed for all alums.

    Gunnison River

    Aug 6-8, 2010

    Gunnison River

    Rating

    Beginner & Intermediate

    Minimum Age

    6 years

    Price

    Adult: $325
    Kids 6 - 12: $270

    Pre May 1st price
    (If paid in full)

    Adult: $300

    Deposit

    $100/person

    Trip Overview

    Colorado canoeing on the Gunnison River will spark your sense of adventure with opportunities for hiking and exploring, floating in your lifejacket and camping along the river’s edge. During this Colorado canoe trip, you will be dwarfed by high walls of red sandstone and shale deposited during the age of the dinosaurs.  These canyons in the Colorado Plateau are truly magnificent and not soon forgotten. Massive cottonwoods stand on many river bends supporting the huge nests of blue herons, hawks and eagles. You may hike into Dominguez Canyon, Colorado’s newest designated Wilderness Area, one of the most beautiful stops on the river. Hiking into the canyon will reveal deep, cool swimming holes, waterfalls and many ancient Indian petroglyphs (rock art panels). 1-day trips are 15 miles, 2 and 3-day trips are 31 miles, and 4 or 5-day trips are 42 miles. So canoe in Colorado on the Gunnison River with us! Read an article in the Durango Herald Newspaper about the Wilderness designation of the Escalante-Dominguez area on this river: Wild Idea

    Green River

    Aug 4-8, 2010

    Green River

    Rating

    Beginner

    Minimum Age

    6 years

    Price

    Adult: $550
    Kids 6 - 12: $460

    Pre May 1st price
    (If paid in full)

    Adult: $500

    Deposit

    $100/person

    Trip Overview

    This Utah canoe trip is an unforgettable odyssey. Paddling the spectacular 60-mile section of the Green River from Crystal Geyser south of Green River, UT, as it winds towards Mineral Bottom, just north of Canyonlands National Park, is the trip of a lifetime. Between the town of Green River, Utah, and Canyonlands National Park is part of the longest stretch of quiet wilderness water in the lower 48 states. As you canoe the Green River, the moving panorama is incomparable. The twisting, looping river winds its way between sheer, colorful sandstone walls, hundreds of feet high. Vast canyon systems and water channels branch in all directions, inviting hiking and exploring as well as providing excellent camping. Highlights may include hiking to Bow Knot Bend, the canyons of Trin-Alcove, plus Horseshoe Canyon. Old settler’s cabins, abandoned mines, historic outlaw hideouts, caves, ancient Fremont Indian petroglyphs (rock art panels a.d. 500-1200), and lush hidden springs await those who pass this way. Oftentimes, a layover day will be built into the trip for hiking. As you retrace Major John Wesley Powell’s 1869 route when he first floated this river and documented the area, remember his words describing his mission: “...to fill in the last white space on the map…”

    The trip will begin in Moab, UT, where a local tour operator will transport passengers to the Green River entry point. Cars can be stored with the operator at no charge.

    Colorado River

    Jul 31- Aug 1, 2010

    Colorado River

    Rating

    Beginner

    Minimum Age

    6 years

    Price

    Adult: $230
    Kids 6 - 12: $195

    Pre May 1st price
    (If paid in full)

    Adult: $215

    Deposit

    $100/person

    Trip Overview

    This spectacular canyon country of the Colorado Plateau, including Ruby and Horsethief Canyons, features majestic walls of red sandstone and offers some of the best Colorado canoeing and Colorado sea kayaking. The river is gentle with occasional small Class I+ rapids to add spice to the journey (Class I is easy and Class V is difficult). Roads do not bound this portion of the river and the steep-walled canyons are accessible only from the river, giving the area a true wilderness setting.

    You’ll be amazed at stands of shiny granite sculpted by water through the ages while paddling or floating in your life jacket past the remnants of ancient metamorphic rock, called Black Rock. Camping along the river’s banks and exploring a deep box canyon will leave you awed by the immensity of geologic time and the silence of the wilderness. This is BIG COUNTRY and a geologist’s paradise. Many of our educational classes focus on this area. This stretch of river near Grand Junction, CO, can accommodate either a canoe trip or sea kayak trip.

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