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A Whitewater Encounter
800-530-8362
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Visit Whitewater Encounters Web site www.weraft.com- The minimum ages may change with higher water levels.
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Browns Canyon | Salida West Scenic Float | Wildhorse Canyon | The Numbers
3-Day Trips | Check-In Times
WHY CHOOSE A WHITEWATER ENCOUNTER? At A Whitewater Encounter, your safety and enjoyment are our top priorities! We use only top quality equipment and self-bailing rafts, and take pride in maintaining our gear in excellent condition. All our trips carry cellular phones so that our staff can quickly respond to any emergency. Because of the smaller size of our company, we enjoy the ability to provide personalized services and quality trips. Our staff is our most valuable asset, and we are committed to offering each guest a safe and enjoyable "encounter." And, with our convenient location, we guarantee you the shortest shuttle ride back from any comparable Browns Canyon trip!
WE PROVIDE FREE WETSUITS WITH YOUR TRIP, AND RENT WATERPROOF JACKETS AND RAFTING SHOES FOR YOUR COMFORT.
WE OFFER FREE WETSUIT USE AND DISCOUNTS FOR GROUPS OF 12 OR MORE. YOUTH PRICES FOR AGES 5-15.
BROWNS CANYON:
Our most popular trip takes you through the beautiful Colorado scenery and such rapids as Pinball, Zoom Flume, Staircase, and several others. Great for rafters of all experience levels! Minimum age 8.
Half Day: Adult $47; Youth (8-15) $41
Full Day (include lunch): Adult $79; Youth (8-15) $69
SALIDA WEST SCENIC FLOAT (a great trip for kids and grandparents):
For those with young children or Grandparents, or those looking for an introductory trip on milder water, we offer a float trip. Enjoy the scenery as your guide takes your family down the river! Minimum age 5.
1/2 day trips only: Adult: $41; Youth (5-15): $36
WILDHORSE CANYON:
A great trip for those who have already done Browns Canyon, this section provides continuous, exciting action through such rapids as Frog Rock, House Rock and Little Seidels. Enjoy the view of the Collegiate Peaks during your trip! Minimum age 12. Minimum four people required.
1/2 day trips only. Adults: $54; Youth (12-15): $49
THE NUMBERS:
The most intense and difficult trip we offer takes you through the continuous Class IV and V water of the Numbers. Full day trips stop for lunch before heading through Wildhorse Canyon. Excellent physical condition and previous paddling experience required! Wetsuit, paddle jacket and rafting shoes included with this trip. Minimum age 18. Minimum four people required.
Half Day: Adult $65
Full Day (include lunch): Adult: $99 THE NUMBERS DOUBLE DIP: Adult $119
3-DAY TRIPS WILDHORSE CANYON/BROWNS CANYON/NUMBERS:
Combine several sections of whitewater into a multi-day trip by rafting Wildhorse Canyon the first day, Browns Canyon the second day, and the Numbers the third day. Meals include lunch and dinner the first day; breakfast, lunch and dinner the second day; breakfast the third day. Minimum age 18. Minimum four people required.
3-day trip: Adults: $399
CHECK-IN TIMES: All trips meet at and depart from our office and run rain or shine.
Full day trips - 8:30 AM
Half day trips - 8:30 AM & 12:30 PM
SPECIAL NOTES:
For safety reasons, we reserve the right to refuse service to anyone we determine to be unfit for a trip, due to any of the following conditions: the use/influence of alcohol or illegal drugs, excess weight, debilitating medical conditions, or poor physical strength and/or condition.
RESERVATIONS/CANCELLATIONS Advance reservations are strongly recommended. Short notice and walk-in customers are welcome on a space available basis. A 50% deposit is required to guarantee your space, and can be made by check or credit card. Full payment is due 2 weeks before your trip. For reservations within 2 weeks, full payment is required. If you arrive with less than the number of people booked or do not arrive for your trip on time, you will be charged the full price of your original booking. If your group size reduces, comps are the first to be canceled. Cancellations by telephone more than 2 weeks before the trip will receive a full refund. Within 2 weeks, the 50% deposit is non-refundable. If you cancel within 48 hours of your trip, there is no refund.
Member of Arkansas River Outfitters Association, Colorado River Outfitters Association, Heart of the Rockies Chamber of Commerce, America Outdoors, and Buena Vista Area Chamber of Commerce.
A WHITEWATER ENCOUNTER is located in the "HEART OF THE ROCKIES," between Buena Vista and Salida at mile marker 135 on US Highway 285.
120 miles from Denver (2 1/2 hours).
100 miles from Colorado Springs (2 1/2 hours).
14825 US Highway 285, Salida Colorado 81201; 800-530-8362; 719-530-0937.
Specialty Discounts (call for availability): Groups. Firefighters and Police Officers. Military Personnel. Clergy.
Elevation: 7600 feet above sea level.
Region: South Central - Salida
Region: South Central - Buena Vista
Credit Cards: Visa, Mastercard, American Express & Discover
Phone: No phones.
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Groups Welcome: Club. Corporate. Reunion. Weddings. Youth group with adult leaders. Retreat.
Group Meeting Area: Outdoor area.
Maximum # of Day-Use Guests in Outdoor Open Picnic Area: 70
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Open Dates For On-Site Activities: 5/1 to 8/31
Whitewater Rafting Office/Pickup point: On site.
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