Jon Hamilton's 1960 Up Run New Zealander, Jon Hamilton, the son of jet boat inventor Bill Hamilton, led the first successful upstream run of the Colorado River through the Grand Canyon, arriving at Lee’s Ferry with three of the four boats after … [Read more...] about Jon Hamilton’s Up Run of the Colorado River
The Water Blog
Grand Canyon Side Hikes
Hiking side canyons is one of the best perks of rafting Grand Canyon. Amongst the desert landscapes are magical grottos, waterfalls, ferns and monkey flowers and views that few get to see. I have been a rafting guide on the Colordao River for 15 … [Read more...] about Grand Canyon Side Hikes
Gear Spotlight: Rain Gear For Rafting Trips
Do I Really Need Rain Gear? Yes! You really do need a rain gear when river rafting, and here’s why: You will be getting wet. Which feels great when the air temperature is 115 degrees, there’s not a breath of breeze, and there are no clouds in … [Read more...] about Gear Spotlight: Rain Gear For Rafting Trips
12 Items You Won’t Find on Your Outfitter’s Grand Canyon Packing List
Every Grand Canyon rafting outfitter offers a unique perspective and has put a great deal of care in developing their packing list. Between our crew at Rivers & Oceans, we have decades of guiding whitewater rafting trips in Grand Canyon, giving … [Read more...] about 12 Items You Won’t Find on Your Outfitter’s Grand Canyon Packing List
5 Packing Mistakes To Avoid
I’ve guided about 150 rafting trips in Grand Canyon and I’ve seen a lot of packing faux pas that cause my guests more hassle (and some times embarrassment) than necessary. Below are the five most common mistakes rafters make when they pack and how to … [Read more...] about 5 Packing Mistakes To Avoid
A Glimpse in Time | The Queen of Glen Canyon: Katie Lee
Hollywood actress, revered folk singer, and unwavering environmentalist. Known for her spunk and a penchant for dropping f-bombs, Katie Lee was a Jill of all trades. She became one of the most outspoken opponents against the damming of Glen … [Read more...] about A Glimpse in Time | The Queen of Glen Canyon: Katie Lee
Elves Chasm and Redwall Cavern
The experience of rafting through Grand Canyon is completely unique to each traveler. Every trip down the Colorado River is eye-opening, jaw-dropping, and awe-inspiring. Adventure awaits around every bend and through every rapid – the opportunities … [Read more...] about Elves Chasm and Redwall Cavern
Clint’s First Time Rafting
Our friend, Clint, returned from his first time rafting Grand Canyon — and we asked him how it went! Clint took the five-day Lower Grand Canyon rafting trip that began with a 9.7 mile hike into Grand Canyon via the Bright Angel Trail, … [Read more...] about Clint’s First Time Rafting
Grand Canyon Rapids
How Rapids Are Formed Grand Canyon rapids are generally formed when a debris washes down a side-canyon into the Colorado River. The debris backs up the Colorado River and at times makes the main channel narrower. Due to the increased gradient and … [Read more...] about Grand Canyon Rapids
