This trip is perfect for those who wish to see more of the region without having to rent a car! An excellent option for the whole family that includes roundtrip transpotation from Telluride to the Ouray region in comfortable 4x4 15 passanger van or luxury SUV, Ouray Hot Springs Pool passes, Box Canyon Falls, plenty of photo stops and a driving tour of Red Mountain Pass named for the surrounding mountains which have a high content of iron oxide (red color), and offer uncompromising views of the surrounding area including of the valley floor, which is often 1,000 feet below the road.
Ouray, refered to as "The Switzerland of America," offers spectacular scenery, hiking and shopping within a wonderful historic downtown area surrounded by natural wonders. Included are passes to one of the many hot springs pools, perhaps the best in Colorado! However, if you choose to skip the soak, there are many additional opportunities in Ouray so you won't be disapointed. A short hike can lead you to several beautiful waterfalls while a stroll along the main streetshops provide a chance to see galleries, jewelry and unique gifts. No matter what, Ouray promises to provide you true Colorado-style relaxation.
As we return to your hotel, there will be one final chance to relive the day, where hopefully you have learned something new about Colorado and where you will agree that this experience is one you will never forget!
*Tours are booked for Private Parties only. Customized itineraries available upon request. Tours are low impact in nature and designed to accomidate all age groups and ability levels. Tours are offered in conjunction with TELLURIDES.com, a lisenced PUC transportation provider.
Our Guide Certification Class will begin at RIGS Fly Shop at 9 A.M., May 4th 2010. Your instructors have been training top quality river guides since 1991 and look forward to sharing their experience with you. Your Lead Instructor for this course will be (Tim Patterson, CO-Owner) and Jason Young, (RIGS Lead River Guide). Jason and Tim have over 19 years each of Professional River Rafting experience and have worked on the Arkansas River in Colorado since 1991. *Additional Instructors may join the staff through training dates.
On the first morning of training, you will be provided a River Guide Training Log Sheet, which must be signed by your Instructor and details the amount of training hours necessary to Commercially Guide River Trips in the State of Colorado. Once you have adequately completed the training, you will be "signed off" by us and be certified to guide commercial rafting trips throughout the State of Colorado. We limit the class to 12 people to ensure a great learning environment and plenty of personal attention. We will be on the river all day, every day, and cover all aspects of river running and commercial guiding. The course will cover all topics required by the State of Colorado for commercial guides including: Rigging and maneuvering, River currents, eddies & waves, River Hazards, Types and causes of rapids, Running & scouting rapids, River rescue & emergency procedures, Minimizing outdoor recreation resource impacts, Proper fit, wearing, and use of personal floatation devices, Certification in First Aid & C.P.R.
This is a physical course, running class I through IV rivers. You will be required to carry rafts, flip boats, swim in the river, and be generally active. We will provide all necessary equipment including P.F.D.'s, helmets, paddles, etc. We will provide transportation and take care of all shuttles. If you have personal boating gear, bring it with you and we will determine its suitability. You will need shorts, shoes suitable for rafting (Chaco's or wet shoes or booties) , and a lunch everyday. Dry clothes for the end of the day are also a must. While completing our course does not guarantee employment, we will be hiring for the upcoming season. Our company's goal is to provide the best customer safety and entertainment so we are looking for service oriented individuals.
