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How Do the River Rapids Get Their Names?

Join a fireside chat on a river trip and you will hear about a named rapid and its story.  The rivers and rapids of the world have been named in a variety of ways over the centuries. Some of the names are derived from the landscape surrounding the river, while others come from the culture…

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March 10, 2023

What You, Our Lovely Guests, Should Pack & Bring on Your Next River Trip

We Are Grateful to You Our Guests Dvorak Expeditions is so grateful for our guests, as they have been with us throughout our 44 years of sharing River Magic with thousands of adventurers. You have come to enjoy the beauty of the river, the thrill of the rapids, and the serenity of the experience. You…

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February 24, 2023

The Endless River by Jack Bombardier

  Looks Like the Year that Every River Lover in Colorado has been waiting for…  The Endless Colorado River  by   Jack Bombardier  I live along the mighty Colorado River, and throughout the year its changing moods are always interesting to observe.  Sometimes the river runs low, and sometimes it runs high.  There are times when it’s as clear…

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February 24, 2023

A Beginner’s Guide to Fly Fishing in Winter

Because fishing during the winter is usually considered more difficult, many refrain from fishing during the season. Well, many are unaware that the same factor can be used to your advantage! Of course, there will be fewer people out there fly fishing during the winter, but that is not the only advantage we are referring…

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November 1, 2022

Don’t Miss Out on the Excursion of a Lifetime – A Colorado Rafting Trip This fall

With summer in the rear-view mirror, many are contemplating their plans for fall and winter. Most will involve the indoors, but don’t give up on the opportunity of a lifetime—to kayak or raft in Colorado this fall. We know that fall in Colorado can cool down quickly, so it’s a good idea to wear a…

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October 5, 2022

Finding the Perfect Water Sport Rental Boats in Colorado

Are you looking for vacation ideas this summer? Whether a plan with your friends or something you want to do with your family, watersport boat rentals will be a perfect option. It is one of the activities that both children and adults enjoy. If you are new to boat rentals, there are a few things…

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October 5, 2022

Fun Water Sports to Try Out with Your Family in Colorado This Summer

If you’re looking for a way to stay cool and entertained in the summer, Colorado is the right place to be at. There is no shortage of fun-filled summer water sports you and your family can enjoy in Colorado. There are two types of water sports—in and underwater and above-water sports. Let’s discuss some of…

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July 28, 2022

Are Hot Springs on Your Bucket List? Come River Rafting With Us!

Hot springs and river rafting are like yin and yang. After a long day of rafting along the Arkansas River, a late afternoon in the natural hot springs of the Rocky Mountains is the relaxation necessary for a day of adventure and excitement.   As we soak in nature’s tub, the water contains natural minerals…

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June 22, 2022

Native Trees And Plants You Will See Everywhere Along Colorado Rivers

By Brenda Stuart Source You have to do more than stop and smell the roses when you’re in Colorado. You’ll miss a lot if you don’t look up and see the trees. An exhilarating ride along the state’s whitewater streams is a thrill, but the eye-popping scenery is an integral part of the total experience….

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May 24, 2022

Why You Need to Book a River Rafting Adventure This Spring

Imagine being amidst the beautiful Rocky Mountain scenery and rafting down some intense and extreme rapids or just floating along some easier sections of whitewater.  The sights and sounds of river rafting are thrilling. Few aspects make springtime river rafting more amazing than during any other time of the year. For adventure lovers, spring is…

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May 23, 2022

Exciting Things to Do in Colorado This Summer

Colorful Colorado offers plenty of opportunities for exciting summer fun. Regardless of whether you want to spend your summer adventuring or just taking in the gorgeous scenery, there is something for everyone in this diverse state. If you are trying to find ways to create incredible memories with your family, then you must consider water…

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April 18, 2022

The Power & the Glory Crystal Rapid 1983

The Power and Glory – A Piece of History! The Power and the Glory poster shows Crystal Rapid in the Grand Canyon flowing at 90,000 CFS in July 1983. This section of the Colorado River had not seen flows like this since the completion of Glen Canyon Dam in 1963. With Climate Change and…

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March 11, 2022