Summer Events in Steamboat Springs and Kremmling 

Posted by on Jul 29, 2016 in Events, Family Trips, Summer, Travel, Trip Planning

Taking a summer vacation out to Steamboat Springs or Kremmling, Colorado this year? Then you are in for a treat! There are endless amounts of events taking place out here in the Rocky Mountains, but there are some in particular that you will not want to miss. Here are a few events to check out: Steamboat Wine […]

What To Do On The Hottest Days of Summer

Posted by on Jul 26, 2016 in Rafting, Stand Up Paddle Boarding, Summer
What To Do On The Hottest Days of Summer

If you’re stuck somewhere where the temperatures are scorching, the humidity is at an all time high, and your AC can’t get you cool enough then you should consider visiting the Rocky Mountains.  Boasting a dry climate with little to no humidity, cool mountain air, and temperatures that rarely reach over 80 degrees, the mountains […]

All Access Pass to Climbing Colorado 14ers

Posted by on Jul 21, 2016 in Fall, Hiking, Scenery, Summer, Trip Planning
All Access Pass to Climbing Colorado 14ers

The state of Colorado has a total of fifty three fourteeners. They are located all over in mountain regions such as Elk Mountains, the Front Range, Sawatch Range, and Sangre de Cristo range. If part of your Colorado adventure includes summiting one of these beautiful peaks, we’ve got you covered.  Make sure to bring the […]

Lunch Ideas for the River

Posted by on Jul 17, 2016 in Family Trips, Food, Summer, Travel
Lunch Ideas for the River

When coming up with a packing list for full day or multi-day river trips, rafters often forget to plan for meals throughout–particularly lunch.  After a long morning in the hot sun, it’s important to pack a lunch full of substance and healthy calories to keep up your energy for the remainder of the trip.  Here […]

Wildlife and Foliage on the Colorado River

Posted by on Jul 14, 2016 in Gear, Gear Rentals, Scenery
Wildlife and Foliage on the Colorado River

Are you planning a trip on the Colorado River? If so, be prepared for some of the most beautiful scenery in the grand ol‘ state of Colorado. At AVA Rafting and Zipline we offer a few different rafting experiences on the Upper Colorado River, we have full day, ½ day and overnight float trips as […]

Top 3 Rock Climbs Around Colorado

Posted by on Jul 13, 2016 in Rock Climbing, Summer
Top 3 Rock Climbs Around Colorado

Whether you are a trad climber, big wall, sport, top rope or even a boulderer there are endless amounts of options all around Colorado. If you have never been rock climbing before but are looking for a physically and mentally demanding sport that tests your strength, endurance, balance and agility, then this is just the sport for you. Here are the Top […]

Hot Springs: Public or Private?

Posted by on Jul 9, 2016 in Hot Springs, Summer
Hot Springs: Public or Private?

Whether you find yourself at a commercial hot springs resort or in the wilderness soaking, hot springs have many different benefits. The higher temperature of the water contains more dissolved minerals that can be absorbed through the skin and benefits the body in many ways. Many people claim that the hot springs can assist with allergies, respiratory problems, […]

Keystone Wine and Jazz Festival

Posted by on Jul 1, 2016 in Events, Rafting, Summer
Keystone Wine and Jazz Festival

July 16th and 17th, wine and jazz fans from across the country will visit Keystone, Colorado to taste a wide variety of wines and listen to jazz artists from across the nation. Over the course of the two days, they have many seminars to bring out your inner connoisseur.  The first one is called “Pinot Envy” and allows […]

Spotlight: Hot Sulphur Springs

For those visiting Grand County, CO and the Rocky Mountains, a visit to Hot Sulphur Springs is usually on the bucket list.  The unique history and geography of this Rocky Mountain town has been sought out by tourists for decades.  Whether it’s to relax, play, or learn, the town of Hot Sulphur Springs has something […]

Summer Planning Guide

Summer Planning Guide

When planning your picturesque summer vacations our minds often drift off to napping on a white sandy beach in the Caribbean or standing atop a rugged mountain peak in the Rocky Mountains. The best way to accomplish these summer time goals are to make sure you have made the proper arrangements ahead of time. The list of things to do here in […]