Stories From The Water

In my family I can trace back a profound love of water at least for 4 generations. I have been told my great grandmother on my moms side was an exceptional free diver, which was not very common for women back then. My grandfather, was a boat captain and a free diver as well. My…

Even if you have been rafting, kayaking or fishing before, it never hurts to be reminded about those essential items which will maximize your comfort while on your river trip. Here are some suggestions about what to bring with you What to wear in the River?   Hat for sun protection Polypro or synthetic layers (top & bottoms) Nylon/synthetic shorts or swimsuit – quick drying Nylon or synthetic shirt (avoid cotton!) Tennis shoes or sport sandals with straps Wool or polypro socks Rain parka and pants (provided by us) Long john wetsuit and booties (cold months or Class IV trips only) – call for rental rates Sunglasses with retainer strap Sunscreen What to wear in a Camp at night?   Short sleeved shirt Long sleeved shirts (one light, one warm) Warm jacket or windproof or Fleece (water resistant) Shorts Long…

Dvorak Expeditions offers several world renowned Technical Rescue Courses TRR Course  (4 Days) Rescue 3 Technician Level MINIMUM STUDENTS (6) FOR COURSE TO RUN. Dvorak Expedition began our Technical Rope Rescue training in 2005-2006 with Rescue 3 International’s Technical Rope Rescue: Technician Level (TRR: TL) course. This training includes 40 hours of field and classroom…

This Google photo shoot that was done for us from a client who rafted with us! And it came out sooooo cool we would love to share it with your guys… View Larger Map GPS Coordinates: 38.6799204 -106.0921651 Precision Coordinates: N38° 40.7952′ W106° 5.5299′ Dvorak Expeditions offers a wide range of white water trips on the Arkansas, Colorado, Dolores, Gunnison,…

Dvorak Expedition’s Paddling School has a variety of programs to fit your needs. Our paddling clinics vary from a half-day introductory lake session covering  basic kayaking, stand up paddling, canoeing, or rafting in Colorado waters. We even offer 12-day paddling intensive with our recommendation of a 3-7 day clinic to get the most value from your time…

Want to know why Autumn is my perfect time to hit the trail? Simple, there are less bugs, a lot less humidity, no crowds and of course the scenery! If you enjoy mountain biking regularly or simply would like to pick it up again we have exactly what you need. Let Dvorak take on the…

We have full day and 1/2 day trips guaranteed to push you to the limit! 1 day Rock Climbing at Arkansas River Basic Rock Climbing Skills and Intermediate levels for more advanced groups. Professional instructors are assigned to all rock climbing classes, and no independent climbing is allowed. All equipment provided will be outlined in…

Since 1969, Dvorak Expeditions… … has offered memorable experiences for adventure travelers, families, fishermen; anyone with a passion for the outdoors. Get undivided attention from a fly fishing guide that is there to guide you down the river, as well as teach you everything you could possibly retain. No question is the wrong question. We are here to teach you to fly fish, whether from a raft or wading the waters, whether you are a true beginner, or a novice that’s eager to expand your knowledge. Reserve an exclusive fly fishing clinic with the opportunity learn from a top notch fly fishing guide and ask about many facets of fly fishing in Colorado including: – Fly choices – Line recommendations – Difference in fly rods – Rigging your fly rod – Casting technique – Fish habits – Local fish species –…

Do you want to take your bike out before you lock it up all winter? We have full day and half day mountain bike tours for the intermediate and advanced Mountain Bikers. If you want to test your skill against Colorado’s Trails we can arrange that for you, no problem! Alpine Tunnel Mountain Biking (8 hours) This ride is going to take you up the pass to around 10,000 ft.  The ride can be mostly downhill and leisurely trail riding for beginners. Or more advanced bikers can go for the single track and ride up to the historical Alpine Tunnel area which reaches 13,000 ft. The altitude is pretty new to most folks from sea level and we want you to enjoy the spectacular scenery and the Collegiate Peaks around you. You may want to do some conditioning prior to…

If you are into sports, the outdoors, and keeping in touch with nature then our white water and multi-sport combinations are just what you need to have an incredible vacation with Dvorak Expeditions. Imagine being able to combine multiple disciplines into one trip. These means you get to spend more time doing exactly what you love. We would love to have a talk and know what you like, that way can suggest many opportunities that might be exactly what you are trying to find! As a the first rafting outfitter in Colorado, we have many reliable adventure options, and receive feedback on a daily basis on the quality of the outings. We offer catering options for those in need. …We are ready for you. Our Arkansas River valley adventures accommodate to various water, trail and rock activities.  For example here are some…

Come on out to the finest bluegrass rafting trip, It’s Dvorak’s six day Premier Bluegrass Roustabout! The Strangers are Keenan Copple, Alex Daue, Phil Hanceford, Josh Hicks, John Murret and Scott Powers. They are a rowdy group of folks with roots from North Carolina, Nebraska, Tennessee, Louisiana, Maryland and Montana who play high energy acoustic…

Have you ever wondered how Stand Up Paddleboarding came about? Here’s an article by ThePaddler.co.uk telling the history of how, when, where and why SUPing was invented! Have you never tried it? Give us a call and this guy will teach you! https://www.dvorakexpeditions.com or [email protected]   A brief history of Stand Up Paddleboarding Stand up paddling originated in Hawaii surely? Well, maybe or maybe not as Corran Addison looks at other alternatives… In 1778, Captain James Cook sailed into the Hawaiian islands and became the first Europeans to witness the Hawaiian people surfing. He’e nalu as it is called in the native Hawaiian tongue was done either in canoes or on special, ritually carved boards from the Koa tree. The village chief got the biggest board, sometimes as big as 5m long, while lesser village personages were content with smaller 2-3m boards. Because of…