Visit Dinosaurland and Vernal, Utah Vernal, Utah, is a gateway to some of the most spectacular scenery in the American West. The town is located in northeastern Utah, and it is surrounded by towering mountains, deep canyons, and ancient dinosaur fossils. If you’re looking for an adventure-filled summer vacation, Vernal is the perfect place for […]
Top 5 Reasons To Raft The Yampa and Green Rivers The Yampa River and Green River Gates of Lodore are two of the most popular white water rafting destinations in the United States. Both rivers offer stunning scenery, challenging rapids, and a variety of wildlife. But what are the best reasons to take a guided […]
Mardi Gras on the River
Mardi Gras on the River Whitewater rafting is an exciting and thrilling adventure that has been enjoyed by people of all ages for decades. One of the most beloved traditions of whitewater rafting on multiday river adventures is costume night, a fun and festive event that typically takes place on the last night of the […]
Geology of the Yampa & Green River
Geology of the Yampa & Green Rivers The Yampa River is a tributary of the Green River located in the western United States. The Yampa River is famous for being the last wild free flowing tributary of the Colorado River system. The geology of the Yampa and Green River basins is primarily composed of layered […]
Endangered Fish of the Colorado River System
The Green and Yampa Rivers are home to many species of fish, but there are a few that are particularly endangered or at risk of becoming endangered. These species are facing a variety of threats, including habitat loss, pollution, and overfishing. Here is a closer look at some of the most endangered fish on the […]
Three Great Hikes in Northeastern Utah
Great Hikes in Northeastern Utah The Flume Trail – Located a half hour outside of downtown Vernal, the Dry Fork Canyon Flume Trail is an incredible hiking opportunity worth the drive. The flume trail is open to hiking, mountain biking and horses. In the winter this is a popular cross country ski route or snowshoeing […]
Water and the west
How is the water coming down in Lodore in the summer of 2022? This poem is a great intro to how the water is going to go down in the Gates of Lodore this summer and many to come, “Cataract of Lodore” written by Robert Southey and published in 1823 based off of a waterfall […]
Three Great River Adventures
3 BEST Rafting Trips in Utah/Colorado Northern Border Northeastern Utah and the Colorado border are full of wonders to explore. As John Wesley Powell says, “We have an unknown distance yet to run, an unknown river to explore. What falls there are, we know not; what rocks beset the channel, we know not; what walls […]
River Guiding In My Hometown
It is a gem to be able to guide, live and work in my home town on two amazing rivers the Yampa and Green River through Dinosaur Monument.
White Water Rafting Myths
10 Common Whitewater Myths It’s only for athletic outdoor enthusiasts. Think again! You don’t have to be in the best shape of your life or be completely in love with the outdoors. Being willing to try something new with a good attitude is much of what is required when taking a trip down a river. […]