May
29
Do these revised sentences look alright?
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Todd S asked:
I’m supposed to correct them for grammar, punctuation, capitalization, number style, usage, and spelling.
I’m supposed to correct them for grammar, punctuation, capitalization, number style, usage, and spelling.
1. The top five food service franchises are McDonalds, Subway, Sandwhiches & Salads, Burger King, 7-Eleven, and Dairy Queen.
3. The cooker adjusts itself automatically despite the user setting the time and temperature.
5. We rented the 8205 sq. meter building in Winnipeg’s exchange district, to many small space tenants.
7. Proper tools and modern equipment make businesses run smoother.
9. Last Fall, TiCycle installed a network to link five PC’s to its factory and retail stores.
11. In Edmonton at the Delta Residence Inn, a one bedroom suit is 130.00 a night
13. Between you and me, do you prefer a backpacking trip to the Rockies or river rafting down the Snake River?
15. The President, CEO, and three managers will tour our facilities in Nova Scotia and Newfoundland.
CHAD
May
27
Why would you delete a friend’s emailed pics without viewing them?
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Mary asked:
I sometimes use the email option to see if some of my friends read my emails or if they delete them without reading them. I do this so I know whether or not to continue emailing them, because if they delete my emails without reading them, then it must mean they aren’t interested in that specific topic (joke emails, for example) or interested in hearing from me period. One of my friends, a guy, reads all of my emails (I send him a few emails a day, short ones, about four). He seems to like me as a buddy & even he seems attracted to me. He has deleted the pictures I’ve sent him, twice, without viewing them. The latest pics were of me water river rafting & he deleted them without viewing them. He doesn’t know I have this Internet option. I’m hurt and I know this c/b babyish, but what does this mean?
JERROD
I sometimes use the email option to see if some of my friends read my emails or if they delete them without reading them. I do this so I know whether or not to continue emailing them, because if they delete my emails without reading them, then it must mean they aren’t interested in that specific topic (joke emails, for example) or interested in hearing from me period. One of my friends, a guy, reads all of my emails (I send him a few emails a day, short ones, about four). He seems to like me as a buddy & even he seems attracted to me. He has deleted the pictures I’ve sent him, twice, without viewing them. The latest pics were of me water river rafting & he deleted them without viewing them. He doesn’t know I have this Internet option. I’m hurt and I know this c/b babyish, but what does this mean?
JERROD
May
26
jo bro poll- all day fun?
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Starr asked:
WOULD YOU RATHER…
WOULD YOU RATHER…
1. CONTACT THE JONAS BROTHERS THRU MYSPACE AND NEVER TALK AGAIN
OR
B AT A CONCERT AND THEM HAVE YOU COME UPON STAGE 1 TIME
2. CALL THEM AND TALK FOR 4 HOURS
OR
HAVE THEM OVER AND GO SWIMMING
3, HAVE THEM WRITE A SONG SPECIALLY FOR YOU
OR
NICK TELLS YOU HES NEVER MET ANY1 LIKE YOU B4
4. GO SPEND A DAY WITH THEM BIKING
OR
GO RIVER RAFTING FOR 1 HOUR
PLEASE STAR ME!!!
DUSTIN
May
25
anyone like the old 70s movie Deliverance (1972)?
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lordfatrat asked:
Intent on seeing the Cahulawassee River before it’s turned into one huge lake, outdoor fanatic Lewis Medlock takes his friends on a river-rafting trip they’ll never forget into the dangerous American back-country
Intent on seeing the Cahulawassee River before it’s turned into one huge lake, outdoor fanatic Lewis Medlock takes his friends on a river-rafting trip they’ll never forget into the dangerous American back-country
Jon Voight …. Ed Gentry
Burt Reynolds …. Lewis Medlock
Ned Beatty …. Bobby Trippe
Ronny Cox …. Drew Ballinger
JORDAN
May
23
White-water Rafting in Chiang Mai – Northern Thailand
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Andy Burrows asked:
We’d come donw from the hippie town of Pai. After days of heavy rains and stormy conditions, the weather finally breaks and the intense sun can be felt once again. We’re travelling in a Landrover alongside the Mae Tang River, fighting through deep ruts and muddy conditions that were caused by a storm. The gorge to our left drops away dramatically and we finally get out first glimpse of the raging waters. I’m hoping my partner, who was reluctant to come on the trip, won’t be deterred by the sight of the ferocious river.
Jason, our guide, thankfully reassures us that he never rafts an angry river. He stops and points to some rocks by the river’s edge. “See this boulder here”, he points out, “when this is above the water level, it’s safe to raft this river”. The rain from the recent typhoon has inundated the valley and there is forest debris strewn all along the river banks. We weren’t sure whether to raft here or in Pai. Fortunately, he is internationally trained and qualified in water rescue so we take his word for it.
We reach our camp at the charming village of Sop Kai, where the river is slower due to the flat nature of the land. The jungle birds are singing, the water is glistening and everybody is in a more jovial mood. We are given some coffee and snacks and left to relax for a while in this peaceful, sleepy community. Few tourists make it here to enjoy the wonderful scenery. His camp was much like the laid back atmosphere in Pai a few days back.
Before we get too comfortable, we are kitted out with paddles, helmets and buoyancy aids. We are given a comprehensive safety briefing, and told that the guides will be in control of the rafts and that we must follow their orders. We practice our strokes on a quiet section of the river. “Forward paddle! Back paddle! Lean left! Right! Get down!” he screams as we try our best to appear competent.
Our minds are put at ease when some of the staff are dispatched to the more dangerous parts of the river, in anticipation of the raft capsizing. We also have kayakers that will stay with us to rescue anyone who falls in.
Before we knew it, the guides launch us into the main current of the river and the camp disappears from view. It’s too late to go back and we focus intently on the rapids ahead. My heart rate increases as the thunderous sound of water gets closer and closer. I let out a scream as we are thrown into the grade four rapid, anxiously trying to stay balanced as the raft accelerates. My adrenalin pumps and we are thrown around, but it’s not long until the raft emerges into a calmer section.
We continued, riding over some smaller and less-intimidating rapids until our guide said “okay, everybody ready?” A large collection of storm debris has divided the upcoming rapid and the right hand side looks extremely dangerous. “Lean left! Left, left, left!” he shouts as we desperately try to avoid being swept into the menacing waters. People start to panic until the survival instinct takes over and we haul ourselves towards the easier looking section. Miraculously, we somehow make it and our panic turns to laughter as we exit the section with relief and cheers.
After a deserved lunch break when we relax and swap stories, we proceed onto the toughest section of our journey. The next rapid is a grade five, the hardest, and it looks more like a waterfall. We approach it with trepidation, knowing that there is no way back and only one way through it. As we hurl over the top, I catch a glimpse of the safety team on the bank and I sense that we may not make this one unscathed.
The raft hits the bottom and immediately flips over, tossing everyone into the water. Panic reigns once again as I’m pushed underwater by the power of the rapids. I desperately try to remember the safety advice I was given earlier in the day. Fighting it is forlorn and I wait for what seems like an eternity until I’m washed out farther downstream and able to swim to the safety of the bank.
We are able to regroup and rescue the rafts, safe in the knowledge that we survived the mighty Mae Tang River. A celebratory photograph is all that is left of my most exciting day in Thailand.
There is also rafting in Pai, down the Pai river to Mae Hong Son, but this one I think is more exciting.
KENDALL
We’d come donw from the hippie town of Pai. After days of heavy rains and stormy conditions, the weather finally breaks and the intense sun can be felt once again. We’re travelling in a Landrover alongside the Mae Tang River, fighting through deep ruts and muddy conditions that were caused by a storm. The gorge to our left drops away dramatically and we finally get out first glimpse of the raging waters. I’m hoping my partner, who was reluctant to come on the trip, won’t be deterred by the sight of the ferocious river.
Jason, our guide, thankfully reassures us that he never rafts an angry river. He stops and points to some rocks by the river’s edge. “See this boulder here”, he points out, “when this is above the water level, it’s safe to raft this river”. The rain from the recent typhoon has inundated the valley and there is forest debris strewn all along the river banks. We weren’t sure whether to raft here or in Pai. Fortunately, he is internationally trained and qualified in water rescue so we take his word for it.
We reach our camp at the charming village of Sop Kai, where the river is slower due to the flat nature of the land. The jungle birds are singing, the water is glistening and everybody is in a more jovial mood. We are given some coffee and snacks and left to relax for a while in this peaceful, sleepy community. Few tourists make it here to enjoy the wonderful scenery. His camp was much like the laid back atmosphere in Pai a few days back.
Before we get too comfortable, we are kitted out with paddles, helmets and buoyancy aids. We are given a comprehensive safety briefing, and told that the guides will be in control of the rafts and that we must follow their orders. We practice our strokes on a quiet section of the river. “Forward paddle! Back paddle! Lean left! Right! Get down!” he screams as we try our best to appear competent.
Our minds are put at ease when some of the staff are dispatched to the more dangerous parts of the river, in anticipation of the raft capsizing. We also have kayakers that will stay with us to rescue anyone who falls in.
Before we knew it, the guides launch us into the main current of the river and the camp disappears from view. It’s too late to go back and we focus intently on the rapids ahead. My heart rate increases as the thunderous sound of water gets closer and closer. I let out a scream as we are thrown into the grade four rapid, anxiously trying to stay balanced as the raft accelerates. My adrenalin pumps and we are thrown around, but it’s not long until the raft emerges into a calmer section.
We continued, riding over some smaller and less-intimidating rapids until our guide said “okay, everybody ready?” A large collection of storm debris has divided the upcoming rapid and the right hand side looks extremely dangerous. “Lean left! Left, left, left!” he shouts as we desperately try to avoid being swept into the menacing waters. People start to panic until the survival instinct takes over and we haul ourselves towards the easier looking section. Miraculously, we somehow make it and our panic turns to laughter as we exit the section with relief and cheers.
After a deserved lunch break when we relax and swap stories, we proceed onto the toughest section of our journey. The next rapid is a grade five, the hardest, and it looks more like a waterfall. We approach it with trepidation, knowing that there is no way back and only one way through it. As we hurl over the top, I catch a glimpse of the safety team on the bank and I sense that we may not make this one unscathed.
The raft hits the bottom and immediately flips over, tossing everyone into the water. Panic reigns once again as I’m pushed underwater by the power of the rapids. I desperately try to remember the safety advice I was given earlier in the day. Fighting it is forlorn and I wait for what seems like an eternity until I’m washed out farther downstream and able to swim to the safety of the bank.
We are able to regroup and rescue the rafts, safe in the knowledge that we survived the mighty Mae Tang River. A celebratory photograph is all that is left of my most exciting day in Thailand.
There is also rafting in Pai, down the Pai river to Mae Hong Son, but this one I think is more exciting.
KENDALL
May
23
International White Water Rafting Provides Adventure
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Wade Robins asked:
Have you tried all the rivers close to your home for white water rafting? Are you wishing for a little bit more adventure? There are some great rivers all over the world for you to try a rafting trip. Some of the rivers you will choose will allow you to meander down the river slowly while others will give you an extreme adrenaline rush. International white water rafting trips are the best way to find some adventure for your life and your family.
You will get to experience several types of cultures, foods, and an entertaining guide. Before you leave on your adventure it is important to know what to pack and know what is required for your safety. International white water rafting trips can be created around your needs or you can find a trip already created.
The Nile River is just one place you can take an international white water rafting trip. Victoria Falls or the Zambezi are two wonderful trips to take on the Nile. They will test your strength and your sense of adventure. A high water challenge is the Turkey’s Coruh River. Ethiopia also has two beautiful places to take an international white water rafting trip.
The easiest way to find an international white water rafting trip to suit your sense of adventure is to study the rivers available in other countries. The Amazon one of the longest rivers in the world can give you a wonderful rafting experience, while there may not be too many rapids on this river it is certainly a scenic trip.
Costa Rica is another great location for an international white water rafting trip. You will be able to meander along the river, go hiking, and experience an entirely different culture in the rainforest. You will go by waterfalls, go over a few rapids, and experience something exciting and new. For more info see http://www.whitewaterraftingtripsguide.com/White_Water_Rafting_In_North_Carolina on White Water Rafting In North Carolina.
International white water rafting can be an extreme sport where you travel over some of the more strenuous rapids trying to stay in the raft or you can find a river where you will meander along enjoying the sites. When you take a river rafting trip you may elect to set the trip up to your specifications or you may join a trip that is already set up. International white water rafting is an adventure that you should take part of even if you bring your whole family. Guides will help you choose what you need to bring for the trip whether it is just a day trip or several days.
DARREL
Have you tried all the rivers close to your home for white water rafting? Are you wishing for a little bit more adventure? There are some great rivers all over the world for you to try a rafting trip. Some of the rivers you will choose will allow you to meander down the river slowly while others will give you an extreme adrenaline rush. International white water rafting trips are the best way to find some adventure for your life and your family.
You will get to experience several types of cultures, foods, and an entertaining guide. Before you leave on your adventure it is important to know what to pack and know what is required for your safety. International white water rafting trips can be created around your needs or you can find a trip already created.
The Nile River is just one place you can take an international white water rafting trip. Victoria Falls or the Zambezi are two wonderful trips to take on the Nile. They will test your strength and your sense of adventure. A high water challenge is the Turkey’s Coruh River. Ethiopia also has two beautiful places to take an international white water rafting trip.
The easiest way to find an international white water rafting trip to suit your sense of adventure is to study the rivers available in other countries. The Amazon one of the longest rivers in the world can give you a wonderful rafting experience, while there may not be too many rapids on this river it is certainly a scenic trip.
Costa Rica is another great location for an international white water rafting trip. You will be able to meander along the river, go hiking, and experience an entirely different culture in the rainforest. You will go by waterfalls, go over a few rapids, and experience something exciting and new. For more info see http://www.whitewaterraftingtripsguide.com/White_Water_Rafting_In_North_Carolina on White Water Rafting In North Carolina.
International white water rafting can be an extreme sport where you travel over some of the more strenuous rapids trying to stay in the raft or you can find a river where you will meander along enjoying the sites. When you take a river rafting trip you may elect to set the trip up to your specifications or you may join a trip that is already set up. International white water rafting is an adventure that you should take part of even if you bring your whole family. Guides will help you choose what you need to bring for the trip whether it is just a day trip or several days.
DARREL
May
22
Recreational Guide: the Colorado River
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Ryan Hutchings asked:
Colorado River Geography
The Colorado River is the main river in southwestern United States and northwestern Mexico. The actual headwaters of the river are located in Rocky Mountain National Park. The river flows through Wyoming, Colorado, Utah, New Mexico, Arizona, Nevada, California and Mexico. The river is approximately 1,450 mi (2,330 km) long, draining a part of the arid regions on the western slope of the Rocky Mountains.
The Colorado River begins at an elevation of about 9,000 feet. Many other rivers flow into the Colorado River, adding to its volume and size. The river begins by flowing through Lake Granby along what is currently Highway 40. Shortly after Kremmling, the Eagle River meets up with the Colorado River. Then, after flowing through Glenwood Springs, the Roaring Fork River converges with the Colorado River. Past Grand Junctions, CO, the Gunnision river meets the Colorado river and flows into Utah and Westwater Canyon. After flowing through the Moab area, the Colorado River meets with the large Green River, forming a huge confluence of water. From there, the river flows into Lake Powell and Glen Canyon Dam. As the river flows down into Arizona, it is met by the Paria River and the Little Colorado River. Once it meets the Little Colorado, the river begins its decent into the Grand Canyon. Near Nevada, the river form another confluence with the Virgin River, flowing into Lake Mead. Finally, continuing south the river meets the Gila River and flows through southern California, forming the border between Baja California and Sonora. By then, the river has dwindled down to a small stream due to heavy irrigation usage in the southern regions. By the end of the flow, it is at sea level.
The Colorado River drains 242,900 sq mi (629,100 km²). Total flows of the river range, depending on the season and rainfall. The river levels can be anywhere from 20,000 cubic feet per second (570 m³/s) in droughts to 1,000,000 ft³/s (28,000 m³/s) in severe floods. The average flow of the total river before diversion is 42,600 ft³/s (1206 m³/s). Since dams have been put in place along the river, it is rare that extreme flooding occurs. The dams were constructed for making electricity and can control river flow. It is interesting to note that at full flow, more runoff volume exists in the Colorado River than any other in North America except the Mississippi and the Columbia.
Colorado River History
The Colorado River was originally named Rio Colorado or “Red River” by the Spanish. Originally, the river looked redish-brown from its natural flow through the deserts and mountain regions. But with the addition of Glen Dam, the water comes from the bottom of the lake, and appears more blue-green color. Before the dam, the river would carry 500,000 tons of silt and sediment per day through the Grand Canyon.
The river has constantly run from its natural headwater location in the Rocky Mountains down to the Gulf of Mexico for a very long time. However, it had previously altered its course at various times, such as 1884 and 1891, where it abandoned its former course through Mexican territory to the Sea of Cortez.
In 1904 it again diverted its course into a diversion canal just below Yuma, AZ. At this point the river re-created a large inland sea in the same area it had inundated before. As a result, in 1907 it was effectively dammed and returned to its original course.
Colorado River Rafting and Recreation
The Colorado River is so long and large that it offers plenty of opportunity for white water rafting and river trips. Most of the whitewater rafting opportunities are in Southern Utah and the Grand Canyon in Arizona.
Moab, Utah and surrounding regions are home to world famous rafting destinations such as Westwater Canyon and Cataract Canyon. Cataract Canyon is where the Green River meets with the Colorado River and the river and rapid increase significantly in size.
The most notable and popular stretch of the Colorado River is of course the Grand Canyon. Rafting vacations in the Grand Canyon are truly unique experiences. The large volume and colder temperature of the Colorado River lends toward larger pontoon style white water rafting, rather than rowing. The larger boats can carry more people, have a small rear-mounted motor, and support more weight and gear. Usually white water rafting trips on the Colorado River through the Grand Canyon run anywhere from 2-7 days long.
DAVE
Colorado River Geography
The Colorado River is the main river in southwestern United States and northwestern Mexico. The actual headwaters of the river are located in Rocky Mountain National Park. The river flows through Wyoming, Colorado, Utah, New Mexico, Arizona, Nevada, California and Mexico. The river is approximately 1,450 mi (2,330 km) long, draining a part of the arid regions on the western slope of the Rocky Mountains.
The Colorado River begins at an elevation of about 9,000 feet. Many other rivers flow into the Colorado River, adding to its volume and size. The river begins by flowing through Lake Granby along what is currently Highway 40. Shortly after Kremmling, the Eagle River meets up with the Colorado River. Then, after flowing through Glenwood Springs, the Roaring Fork River converges with the Colorado River. Past Grand Junctions, CO, the Gunnision river meets the Colorado river and flows into Utah and Westwater Canyon. After flowing through the Moab area, the Colorado River meets with the large Green River, forming a huge confluence of water. From there, the river flows into Lake Powell and Glen Canyon Dam. As the river flows down into Arizona, it is met by the Paria River and the Little Colorado River. Once it meets the Little Colorado, the river begins its decent into the Grand Canyon. Near Nevada, the river form another confluence with the Virgin River, flowing into Lake Mead. Finally, continuing south the river meets the Gila River and flows through southern California, forming the border between Baja California and Sonora. By then, the river has dwindled down to a small stream due to heavy irrigation usage in the southern regions. By the end of the flow, it is at sea level.
The Colorado River drains 242,900 sq mi (629,100 km²). Total flows of the river range, depending on the season and rainfall. The river levels can be anywhere from 20,000 cubic feet per second (570 m³/s) in droughts to 1,000,000 ft³/s (28,000 m³/s) in severe floods. The average flow of the total river before diversion is 42,600 ft³/s (1206 m³/s). Since dams have been put in place along the river, it is rare that extreme flooding occurs. The dams were constructed for making electricity and can control river flow. It is interesting to note that at full flow, more runoff volume exists in the Colorado River than any other in North America except the Mississippi and the Columbia.
Colorado River History
The Colorado River was originally named Rio Colorado or “Red River” by the Spanish. Originally, the river looked redish-brown from its natural flow through the deserts and mountain regions. But with the addition of Glen Dam, the water comes from the bottom of the lake, and appears more blue-green color. Before the dam, the river would carry 500,000 tons of silt and sediment per day through the Grand Canyon.
The river has constantly run from its natural headwater location in the Rocky Mountains down to the Gulf of Mexico for a very long time. However, it had previously altered its course at various times, such as 1884 and 1891, where it abandoned its former course through Mexican territory to the Sea of Cortez.
In 1904 it again diverted its course into a diversion canal just below Yuma, AZ. At this point the river re-created a large inland sea in the same area it had inundated before. As a result, in 1907 it was effectively dammed and returned to its original course.
Colorado River Rafting and Recreation
The Colorado River is so long and large that it offers plenty of opportunity for white water rafting and river trips. Most of the whitewater rafting opportunities are in Southern Utah and the Grand Canyon in Arizona.
Moab, Utah and surrounding regions are home to world famous rafting destinations such as Westwater Canyon and Cataract Canyon. Cataract Canyon is where the Green River meets with the Colorado River and the river and rapid increase significantly in size.
The most notable and popular stretch of the Colorado River is of course the Grand Canyon. Rafting vacations in the Grand Canyon are truly unique experiences. The large volume and colder temperature of the Colorado River lends toward larger pontoon style white water rafting, rather than rowing. The larger boats can carry more people, have a small rear-mounted motor, and support more weight and gear. Usually white water rafting trips on the Colorado River through the Grand Canyon run anywhere from 2-7 days long.
DAVE
May
22
Whitewater Rafting Colorado
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James Wick asked:
ng>Whitewater Rafting Colorado
Whitewater Rafting in Colorado can be one of the most exciting vacation prospects of a lifetime! It is one of the greatest means of experiencing Colorado’s backcountry, as almost anyone can participate in the sport, and most areas along Colorado’s rivers are only accessible by boat.
The sport of whitewater rafting has grown greatly over the years, growing in popularity as more travelers discover how much fun the sport of whitewater rafting is. Guests visiting Colorado typically expect an adventure element to their trip, along with the opportunity to experience Colorado’s famed, pristine Rocky Mountain beauty. What better way than by raft and river?
With the demand for the sport growing, outfitters have spread onto many different rivers at varying lengths and degrees of difficulty. This diversity in trips and rivers has provided travelers with many options to suit there desired trip needs. One of the most popular destinations for a whitewater thrill in Colorado is The Arkansas River. With 110 miles of whitewater from Leadville to Cañon City, The Arkansas River offers many different trip variations to fit almost anyone’s needs. Guests can choose from half-day class II adventures good for ages 4 and up, to thrilling class V multi-day trips for the more advanced paddlers, with many variations and options to choose from.
Whitewater Rafting trips can be arranged for large groups of 100+ participants to small groups of families and friends looking for some excitement. It is highly recommended that you call your prospective outfitter to discuss which trip is right for your group based on size of group, ability level of guests, and desired features of your trip. Any outfitter that provides online reservations should be looked into carefully. It is common for guests to choose trips that may not be conducive to the group make-up. Discussing your trip, and reservations with a qualified outfitter will help to ensure you are signing up for an appropriate trip. As with any sport there are inherent risks associated with rafting. So be forthcoming with your outfitter, and be honest about your own ability level to help your guide and outfitter provide you and your group with the safest trip possible.
The Arkansas River Rafting season begins on May 1st, and typically runs through the end of October. For the biggest whitewater, May and June are the months to visit as Colorado is receiving its peak snow melt, the primary source of river water in the Rocky Mountain west. When the water levels are high the water tends to be swift and cold, the features are big and powerful, and the thrill of running big water is there! It just doesn’t get any more exciting than that! If you’re a warm weather, and warmer water kind of person, then July through September is the ideal time of year to go rafting. Not only are the temperatures nicer, the water levels, size and frequency of the features are generally more user friendly too. July through September are the best months for first-time rafters, or groups with kids to get out and try rafting.
Advanced reservations are highly recommended as all outfitters operate on a space available basis. This guarantees you’ll get on the trip you want, at a time that complements your schedule. So what are you waiting for? Get out there and get wet!
About the Author: Jim Wick has been guiding class IV and V rivers for over 9 years, and has logged over 20,000 river miles. He currently owns and operates Lost Paddle Rafting based in Canon City, Colorado You can visit them on the web at Whitewater Rafting Colorado| Rafting in Colorado
CHRISTIAN
ng>Whitewater Rafting Colorado
Whitewater Rafting in Colorado can be one of the most exciting vacation prospects of a lifetime! It is one of the greatest means of experiencing Colorado’s backcountry, as almost anyone can participate in the sport, and most areas along Colorado’s rivers are only accessible by boat.
The sport of whitewater rafting has grown greatly over the years, growing in popularity as more travelers discover how much fun the sport of whitewater rafting is. Guests visiting Colorado typically expect an adventure element to their trip, along with the opportunity to experience Colorado’s famed, pristine Rocky Mountain beauty. What better way than by raft and river?
With the demand for the sport growing, outfitters have spread onto many different rivers at varying lengths and degrees of difficulty. This diversity in trips and rivers has provided travelers with many options to suit there desired trip needs. One of the most popular destinations for a whitewater thrill in Colorado is The Arkansas River. With 110 miles of whitewater from Leadville to Cañon City, The Arkansas River offers many different trip variations to fit almost anyone’s needs. Guests can choose from half-day class II adventures good for ages 4 and up, to thrilling class V multi-day trips for the more advanced paddlers, with many variations and options to choose from.
Whitewater Rafting trips can be arranged for large groups of 100+ participants to small groups of families and friends looking for some excitement. It is highly recommended that you call your prospective outfitter to discuss which trip is right for your group based on size of group, ability level of guests, and desired features of your trip. Any outfitter that provides online reservations should be looked into carefully. It is common for guests to choose trips that may not be conducive to the group make-up. Discussing your trip, and reservations with a qualified outfitter will help to ensure you are signing up for an appropriate trip. As with any sport there are inherent risks associated with rafting. So be forthcoming with your outfitter, and be honest about your own ability level to help your guide and outfitter provide you and your group with the safest trip possible.
The Arkansas River Rafting season begins on May 1st, and typically runs through the end of October. For the biggest whitewater, May and June are the months to visit as Colorado is receiving its peak snow melt, the primary source of river water in the Rocky Mountain west. When the water levels are high the water tends to be swift and cold, the features are big and powerful, and the thrill of running big water is there! It just doesn’t get any more exciting than that! If you’re a warm weather, and warmer water kind of person, then July through September is the ideal time of year to go rafting. Not only are the temperatures nicer, the water levels, size and frequency of the features are generally more user friendly too. July through September are the best months for first-time rafters, or groups with kids to get out and try rafting.
Advanced reservations are highly recommended as all outfitters operate on a space available basis. This guarantees you’ll get on the trip you want, at a time that complements your schedule. So what are you waiting for? Get out there and get wet!
About the Author: Jim Wick has been guiding class IV and V rivers for over 9 years, and has logged over 20,000 river miles. He currently owns and operates Lost Paddle Rafting based in Canon City, Colorado You can visit them on the web at Whitewater Rafting Colorado| Rafting in Colorado
CHRISTIAN
May
20
West Virginia Whitewater Rafting
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Fruzsina Csery asked:
Whitewater rafting is more than simple rafting. It is much more extreme. But don’t worry, special safety features make whitewater rafting a safer recreational sport. Usually, adventure activities have some degree of risk, and whitewater rafting does as well. However it is one of the safest one of adventure sports. Additionally, outfitters use modern equipment with many safety features and they are trained in safety and first-aid practices.
West Virginia whitewater rafting, known as America’s best whitewater, features the New River and the Gauley River - set in the rugged Appalachian Mountains. These rivers offer plenty of opportunities in addition to rafting: swimming, kayaking, fishing expeditions, etc.
The New River Gorge area is rich in history and culture. It flows North from the mountains of western North Carolina and it reaches the ‘Grand Canyon of the East’, the New River Gorge in West Virginia.
The New River took millions of years to carve this incredible gorge filled with breathtaking scenery, rich history and exciting whitewater rafting. Dependable and consistent year round water flows and exciting rapids like Surprise, Railroad and The Keeney Brother have made New River rafting a whitewater classic.
You can go rafting all the year, but you have to know it means a different challenge in every season. In springtime the river is full of big waves, only those with courage and adrenaline lovers try whitewater rafting in spring. This is class V, which means ‘very challenging’.
Summer is for those who like cozy circumstances and who would like to enjoy scenery, instead of shouting and flinging among waves. It also means warm water, so you can swim and enjoy sunshine, too.
If you go in autumn, you’ll love the colors of the nature. Another advantage of this season is that it is less crowded in autumn. So any time is a great time to experience whitewater rafting.
It doesn’t matter if you are a beginner. There are many sections that are suitable for first-time rafters. Start with easy level, and you won’t have any problem. Additionally, anybody can try whitewater rafting, even children, pensioners or coach potatoes. So there is no excuse!
DONOVAN
Whitewater rafting is more than simple rafting. It is much more extreme. But don’t worry, special safety features make whitewater rafting a safer recreational sport. Usually, adventure activities have some degree of risk, and whitewater rafting does as well. However it is one of the safest one of adventure sports. Additionally, outfitters use modern equipment with many safety features and they are trained in safety and first-aid practices.
West Virginia whitewater rafting, known as America’s best whitewater, features the New River and the Gauley River - set in the rugged Appalachian Mountains. These rivers offer plenty of opportunities in addition to rafting: swimming, kayaking, fishing expeditions, etc.
The New River Gorge area is rich in history and culture. It flows North from the mountains of western North Carolina and it reaches the ‘Grand Canyon of the East’, the New River Gorge in West Virginia.
The New River took millions of years to carve this incredible gorge filled with breathtaking scenery, rich history and exciting whitewater rafting. Dependable and consistent year round water flows and exciting rapids like Surprise, Railroad and The Keeney Brother have made New River rafting a whitewater classic.
You can go rafting all the year, but you have to know it means a different challenge in every season. In springtime the river is full of big waves, only those with courage and adrenaline lovers try whitewater rafting in spring. This is class V, which means ‘very challenging’.
Summer is for those who like cozy circumstances and who would like to enjoy scenery, instead of shouting and flinging among waves. It also means warm water, so you can swim and enjoy sunshine, too.
If you go in autumn, you’ll love the colors of the nature. Another advantage of this season is that it is less crowded in autumn. So any time is a great time to experience whitewater rafting.
It doesn’t matter if you are a beginner. There are many sections that are suitable for first-time rafters. Start with easy level, and you won’t have any problem. Additionally, anybody can try whitewater rafting, even children, pensioners or coach potatoes. So there is no excuse!
DONOVAN
May
19
Rafting On The New River In West Virginia - A Great Vacation And Travel Destination
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Now, let’s talk about a great vacation for an adventure lover. Anyone who loves to have a good time in the great outdoors would really love to raft the New River in Fayetteville, West Virginia. There are many other activities like rock climbing, bungee jumping, camping, hiking, and more in and around the area, but whitewater rafting is one of the most popular.
The New and Gauley Rivers really are big and powerful, sometimes more powerful than others, and each have their own benefits and drawbacks for rafters. There are certain times of the year when the rivers are calmer than others and other times when the rafting is downright dangerous. Knowing when these seasons are and your rafting skill level is important to determine when to schedule your vacation. Also, the age of all rafters should be taken into consideration as well. There are rafting experiences that are mild, exciting, world class, and extreme. The minimum age for the mild rafting is six years, 12 years for the exciting, 16 years for the world class, and 18 years for the extreme rafting.
There is rafting all year round, but clothing requirements are very different depending on the weather. In the winter wetsuits should be worn, the summer a t-shirt or bathing suit is fine, and the spring and fall you should wear synthetic fabrics and wool socks to keep your feet warm. Don’t wear cotton if it’s cold because it will make you colder. Remember that no matter whether it is raining or the sun is shining rafting will go on. You will get wet anyway so it doesn’t matter! Never take anything with you rafting that can’t get wet, because it will for sure!
Prices for rafting the New and Gauley Rivers depends on when you raft. Weekday prices are cheaper than weekends and certain seasons, as well as rivers, are more expensive than others. Rafting trips come with all necessary gear, although your clothes, shoes, sunglasses, sunscreen, and hats are your own responsibility. Package trips that include showers, cabins, camping, and breakfast may also be purchased.
The best time to go if you don’t like being cold is during the summer months. Of course, if you really like a challenge then you might like the fall or spring when the rapids are bigger and faster and provide a more challenging trip. It really is up to you! One thing is for sure and that is when you raft the New or Gauley Rivers, or both, you will have an experience of a lifetime.
There is a website that has great information on USA Vacations and Unique Travel Spots Listed State By State and Season, the website is called: Seasonal Vacation Spots, and can be found at this url:
http://www.seasonalvacationspots.com
By Robert W. Benjamin
Copyright © 2007
You may publish this article in your ezine, newsletter, or on your web site as long as it is reprinted in its entirety and without modification except for formatting needs or grammar corrections.
ERIK
Now, let’s talk about a great vacation for an adventure lover. Anyone who loves to have a good time in the great outdoors would really love to raft the New River in Fayetteville, West Virginia. There are many other activities like rock climbing, bungee jumping, camping, hiking, and more in and around the area, but whitewater rafting is one of the most popular.
The New and Gauley Rivers really are big and powerful, sometimes more powerful than others, and each have their own benefits and drawbacks for rafters. There are certain times of the year when the rivers are calmer than others and other times when the rafting is downright dangerous. Knowing when these seasons are and your rafting skill level is important to determine when to schedule your vacation. Also, the age of all rafters should be taken into consideration as well. There are rafting experiences that are mild, exciting, world class, and extreme. The minimum age for the mild rafting is six years, 12 years for the exciting, 16 years for the world class, and 18 years for the extreme rafting.
There is rafting all year round, but clothing requirements are very different depending on the weather. In the winter wetsuits should be worn, the summer a t-shirt or bathing suit is fine, and the spring and fall you should wear synthetic fabrics and wool socks to keep your feet warm. Don’t wear cotton if it’s cold because it will make you colder. Remember that no matter whether it is raining or the sun is shining rafting will go on. You will get wet anyway so it doesn’t matter! Never take anything with you rafting that can’t get wet, because it will for sure!
Prices for rafting the New and Gauley Rivers depends on when you raft. Weekday prices are cheaper than weekends and certain seasons, as well as rivers, are more expensive than others. Rafting trips come with all necessary gear, although your clothes, shoes, sunglasses, sunscreen, and hats are your own responsibility. Package trips that include showers, cabins, camping, and breakfast may also be purchased.
The best time to go if you don’t like being cold is during the summer months. Of course, if you really like a challenge then you might like the fall or spring when the rapids are bigger and faster and provide a more challenging trip. It really is up to you! One thing is for sure and that is when you raft the New or Gauley Rivers, or both, you will have an experience of a lifetime.
There is a website that has great information on USA Vacations and Unique Travel Spots Listed State By State and Season, the website is called: Seasonal Vacation Spots, and can be found at this url:
http://www.seasonalvacationspots.com
By Robert W. Benjamin
Copyright © 2007
You may publish this article in your ezine, newsletter, or on your web site as long as it is reprinted in its entirety and without modification except for formatting needs or grammar corrections.
ERIK