Last summer I worked as a raft guide on the Upper Arkansas river in Salida, Colorado. While I had been introduced to whitewater in college, I came into the job with very little experience rafting. I started working after two weeks of guide training, but the training never ended. Like many things, the more I learn, the more I realize I have to learn! I’m looking forward to the upcoming summer to continue developing and improving upon some of these skills. I had a great go as a first year guide, keeping busy at work and enjoying the company of READ MORE
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Wet, Hot, Kayaking Summer
Written by Mark Johnson Do you ever wonder what your face would look like under the pressure of certain life threatening danger that can only be prevented by vigorously heeding the commands of your fearless leader while simultaneously trying to squeeze out a fearful little toot? I do not, thankfully, because I have a photo of myself making that face. Disregard the my boatmates who appear to be simply having fun splashing their way down the rapids. This photo perfectly captures the dualistic nature of paddling on whitewater; it is quite fun, and quite scary. And it’s fun to be READ MORE