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Boulder Outdoor Center Online Raft Trips
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Boulder Outdoor Center Online Raft Trips
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4 day trips run through May and 5 day trips run May-June. To see dates for any of these trips, choose a trip from the option box and press the submit button above. Once you are registered, you will get a confirmation email from Holiday Expeditions for your trip. You can search all the trips that we offer: DINOSAUR NATIONAL MONUMENT This is one of the Rocky Mountain's last undammed rivers. Since it still flows freely, the Yampa is run only during the spring run off in May and June. Massive slickrock canyon walls with views of Lodgepole Pines on Blue Mountain make this canyon unique. Warm Springs Rapid, a major descent, highlights the trip before joining the Green River at Echo Park. From here, you will traverse Whirlpool Canyon, Split Mountain Gorge and more rapids. The Yampa is one of America's treasures. SAMPLE ITINERARY One of the advantages of a river trip is the flexibility of the daily itinerary. It can vary widely from one trip to the next based on group desires, Mother Nature, and courtesy for other groups on the river. This typical itinerary illustrates a four-day trip on the Yampa River. In June, we lengthen the Yampa trip by one day and follow this general itinerary. Day 1: Meet party at headquarters in Vernal, Utah before transport to put-in at Deerlodge Park in Colorado. The Yampa's speedy flow takes you over many miles and abundant rapids. Day 2: Visit pre-Columbian ruins, after the Yampa meanders past such attractions as The Grand Overhang, Cleopatra's Couch and Tiger Wall. A heavy flash flood in 1965 down Warm Springs Draw choked the Yampa with boulders, forming the river's largest rapid. Day 3: The Yampa joins the Green River at Echo Park where the canyon widens before the river circles Steamboat Rock. Here the Green River enters Whirlpool Canyon. The afternoon may be spent at Jones Hole Creek - a blue-ribbon trout stream with side canyon petroglyphs and waterfall. Day 4: Peaceful morning in Rainbow and Island Park areas before entering another massive gorge. The Green's powerful forces cut laterally through Split Mountain's uplifted and colorful core. Rapids abound before take out and a 35-minute ride back to Vernal.
Bugs, snakes, etc. are generally no problem. In fact, the lack of pesky insects is one of the reasons that wilderness camping on the river is so pleasant. Any river trip, however, is subject to an occasional localized insect hatch. During these hatches (most common in June to mid-July) mosquitos can be bothersome. Be sure to bring long sleeve clothing and repellent. Insect repellents that contain "deet" are by far the most effective during heavy hatches, but are also suspected of causing various health problems. Citronella-based products (skin-so-soft) work only in light hatches. We rarely see any snakes, but if the thought of them bothers you, try sleeping on the beaches or in a tent instead of rocky or bushy areas. Hiking is a highlight of the trip, however, it is strictly an optional activity. There are many interesting short hikes available. Hiking can be done in durable sneakers or lightweight hiking boots. Remember that hiking and other activities vary widely pending time, and what other plans are ahead for the day on the river. Fishing: On the next to last day we will arrive at Jones Hole, which is a beautiful trout stream. We normally spend about three hours here and may even camp. You will need a Utah fishing license to fish, and this may be purchased at most sporting good stores, or Smiths in Vernal prior to the trip. Please note that these stores will not be open the morning you meet for your trip. Only artificial lures and flies are allowed on this stream. If you would like to receive more information or secure your license in advance contact: Utah Wildlife Resources, 1596 W. No. Temple, SLC, UT 84116, 801-538-4700. Medical emergencies: Our guides are trained in first aid and carry first aid supplies only. REMEMBER to bring your own prescription medicines. ALERT our guides to any medical problem you might have such as diabetes or allergic reactions. Wilderness expeditions are a long way from hospitals, doctors, and pain-relieving medicines. Evacuations to modern medical care are uncertain, and protracted. In case of evacuation and/or medical treatment beyond first aid, expenses incurred are the responsibility of the participant. Beverages: We provide ice water, lemonade, two sodas per day per person and ample cooler space. If you choose to bring any specialty sodas and/or alcoholic beverages, we have no problem taking whatever you want to bring - within reason. Don't bring beer, wine coolers or sodas in glass containers. Wine packaged in a box is ideal. Mark beverages that you bring so they are packed on your boat. In Utah, wine or liquor is not sold after 7:00 p.m., before 11:00 a.m. or on sundays and holidays. The BOC store has what you need for this trip and can ship your order out quickly.
Meeting Place & Time If you are flying, you can fly to Salt Lake City located 180 miles west of Vernal, Utah. From there you can rent a car, take a bus, or fly with Salmon Air to Vernal, Utah. You can also fly from Denver, CO by commuter flight to Vernal, UT. Refund PolicyIf cancellations are made prior to 90 days before the trip, monies will be refunded less a $50.00 service charge per person. If cancellations are made within 90 days and outside of 45 days of the trip date monies will be refunded less a $100.00 service charge per person. Cancellations made within 45 days of the trip date are non-refundable. Prior to 45 days to trip date we will transfer reservations to another trip in the same year with a $25.00 per person service charge. All policies will be enforced and we strongly recommend trip cancellation insurance. Ask us about a brochure with applications. Cancellation of a trip is very unlikely. But, we reserve the right to cancel any trip due to river or weather conditions or the lack of sufficient reservations. A full refund will be made if such is the case.  |
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The
Yampa is WILD. The last undammed river in the Colorado River system. Through
the years the Yampa has defied many attempts to dam its free flow, several
by congress, and the most formidable in 1965 by Mother Nature. Just after
dinner on June 10th, a flash flood carried tons of rock down Warm Springs
draw blocking the river channel. Within twenty-four hours the Yampa took
aim and breached the dam, leaving in its wake Warm Springs Rapid, rated
among the 10 biggest drops in the country.
Dinosaur
weather: In the early and late seasons (May, early June and September)
temperatures in Dinosaur average 55 to 70 degrees during the day and 50
to 60 degrees at night. In late June through August, daytime temperatures
are between 80 and 90 degrees with nighttime temperatures 60 to 70 degrees.
A little rain can happen, and can cool temperatures considerably. With
this in mind we recommend you have a rain suit, polypropylene underwear,
(fleece top and pants are nice in cool weather too) and a light tent.
If you reserved a rental unit with us when you booked your river trip,
we will have a tent and rain gear for you. There will also be sun, so
bring a hat and plenty of suntan lotion and/or sunscreens.
