River Rafting With Kids

What to Expect While Rafting the Upper Green River with your Kids?

As a mother of three rambunctious little kids getting outside is a necessity in the summer. We love playing in the dirt and going swimming on hot summer days. We are lucky to live in Vernal, Utah with so many beautiful outdoor opportunities close to town.

Safety

I have been guiding on whitewater sections for over 15 years. Safety is my number one priority when it comes to playing on the river. We wear personal flotation devices and talk about the important safety precautions needed while being near bodies of water, especially moving water.

Feel Goods

I have two little boys who love to be involved with all things rafting and river. Our little girl loves the rush of fun. We make sure to bring our water bottles, swimsuits, sunscreen, fishing supplies, rain gear and water guns. We row down the river and splash the other boats as we go by, the kids laugh and duck for cover.

Rapids

Let’s not forget the exhilarating rollercoaster ride through the swift water.  My kids love the thrill of the faster moving water with white caps rolling backwards. They hoot and holler, “Go big Mom, hit that one, wahoo!”

Scenery

This section of the Green River has a beautiful crisp clear color because the water is being released from the bottom of the Flaming Gorge Dam. The dark purple Precambrian Uinta Mountain Group block canyon walls are staring down at you from up high. Kids love seeing the different animals making their way through the canyon on their own time.

Lessons Learned

I am naturally a venturesome person and have such a great desire to pass along this adventure of rafting to my children for them to enjoy as they grow up. We spend a lot of time on the water and in the outdoors and I try to teach my kids the Leave No Trace principles to help maintain the beauty of the environment.

What Can You do?

If you are looking to take your kids on a river trip in the summer. I can attest that a guided tour of the Upper Green River will be beautiful, exciting, and something you and your family will never forget. Come join us with your kids and rest easy and know you are going to have fun. Dinosaur River Expeditions and a Utah single day rafting trip is a great way to introduce your family to a new vacation favorite!

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