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• Roaring Fork River Weekend 2026

  • Start
    05/29/2026
  • End
    05/31/2026
  • Location
    Glenwood Canyon

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  Join us for our first River Weekend of the 2026 season Friday, May 29 - Sunday, May 31 in the beautiful Roaring Fork Valley!  

  Volunteer lead cruises will be offered on Saturday and Sunday, but come Friday evening for the river camaraderie!

  Camping is at Ami's Acres in Glenwood Springs. There will be limited parking/van-camping space, but tent spots are plentiful! (Carpooling is encouraged!!) Please indicate what you'll be camping in when you register. No vehicles over 22'. If you want to bring your camper or raft trailer, please make a reservation directly by calling Ami's Acres at 970-945-5340.  There are absolutely no trailers in CW group space per management.

  There are also tons of other great activities in the Glenwood Springs area, including the famous hot springs. Please note that some access points on the Roaring Fork are Colorado State Wildlife Areas (SWA) and anyone 16 or older now need either a fishing license or the new "SWA Pass" (available for purchase at www.cpwshop.com) to access the river from those points. 
  

  As a reminder, river weekends are not instructional events. Although we're all there to support one another, plan on boating within your skill set.

  Important: Please register each individual separately, including all family (+ minors) or group members. This helps us accurately track attendance and coordinate our volunteers effectively.

  UPON ARRIVAL: We are going to be cozy at camp so plan on making new friends when you're there. This is especially true with regards to parking. If you can carpool, please do so. There are three camping areas and upon arrival you will be directed to one of the three depending on your camping style.  There is a chance that you may move vehicles to come and go, communication is key!

  • Purple (sites 53 – 56): This area can accommodate pickup/van camping as well some tent spots so we're going to try to put mixed groups there. Although there are officially only 6 sites, we're going to be putting more than that there.
  • Yellow (sites 71 – 77 and upper camping): This is the walk-in tent camping area. There are a variety of sites, some of which will hold 3 or 4 tents. If you want privacy, you'll want to arrive early, walk farther and select a site with room for only one tent. If you select a large site, you'll need to share.

  SOME GUIDELINES:

  • Waiver: Everyone will need to have a waiver on file for land and water activities.
  • Fires: We all remember the fire in Glenwood Canyon and want to do everything we can to avoid a similar tragedy. Assuming there is not a fire restriction, the only open fires allowed will be one group campfire. At your individual campsites, provided they are allowed by any fire restrictions, you can have propane fires and stoves so long as they can be switched off if needed.
  • Dogs: Our hosts welcome dogs as long as they're under your control and don't leave our camping area. If this means a leash for your dog, please keep them on a leash. We absolutely can't have dogs roaming into other camping areas. You also cannot leave your dog tied up or in your tent while you go boating. Obviously, you have to pick up after your dog, too.
  • Sunday Departure: We need to vacate the campground on Sunday morning. This means we can't leave vehicles in the campground when we go to boat because our hosts have new guests coming in.

  DIRECTIONS: From Denver take I-70 to Glenwood springs, take exit 114 Hwy 6, take the 3rd exit for the traffic circle to follow Hwy 6, campground is down 1.1 miles on the right.

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  VOLUNTEERS:  Seeking volunteers to lead/sweep a day (or two).  Also seeking a coordinator at the campground to assist in directing participants on Friday afternoon/evening.  Please email to offer your services and ask any questions.

  CRUISES: We're meeting at 9:30am on Saturday and Sunday at Two Rivers Park (740 Devereux Rd, Glenwood Springs, CO). Have your gear, food/drinks, dog, etc. with you so we can organize the cruise groups and depart for the river. There will be signup sheets for cruises at camp on Friday evening so you can see who is running what and if you can workout a carpool, go for it!  The following are proposed cruise options but actual cruises may vary depending on interest:

  • Grizzly Creek to Two Rivers Park: A beginner (II), big-water run on the Colorado downstream of Shoshone.
  • Cemetery: An intermediate (II/III) run on the Roaring Fork. Note: you will need a fishing license or SWA Pass for access to the Roaring Fork put-in at the Sam Caudill SWA.  New for 2025, the ramp and parking improvements are completed and look great!
  • Woody Creek / Toothache: An intermediate/advanced class III run along a continuous, beautiful stretch of the Roaring Fork River through Aspen, Snowmass Canyon, and Basalt.
  • Shoshone: A class III/IV big-water run on the Colorado River - either lap it twice or run it through Grizzly (II) to Glenwood Wave (III) and South Canyon (II/III).
  • Crystal Avalanche Ranch to KOA or Woody Creek / Toothache: Interest and conditions dependent. 

  NO GROUP POTLUCK DINNER:  Sorry, there will be no group potluck this year.
  

  The weather is unpredictable and the water is always a bit chilly in Colorado so dress appropriately.

  Questions? Email Laurie at lauriemaciag@coloradowhitewater.org with "Roaring Fork Weekend" in the subject line.

  Note: This event registration is non-refundable.

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• Evening Cruise - Filter Plant, Poudre River, Class II-III

  • When
    06/02/2026
  • Location
    Poudre River
  • Spaces left
    6

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  Cruise with Colorado Whitewater (CW)

  Water level dependent!

  Please register for the cruise if you would like to attend. For all cruises, please have some experience running the class of whitewater that is listed with each cruise. If you have any questions about the skill level required for the cruise you wish to attend, please contact the cruise leader (Steve South) for that cruise, or send an email to cruises@coloradowhitewater.org.

  See full list of cruises and wavier information here.

  
  

  Cruise leader is Steve South . As events get closer and volunteers step up, they will reach out to those who have registered and confirm details of the activity.

  A CW cruise is a fun river meet up for members to meet other paddlers and have a good time on the river.

  There is no instruction available during the cruise.  Be confident your skills are appropriate for this section of river. 

  You must have appropriate gear for cold water.

  Please plan to help with boat shuttle. This is almost always a challenge.

  As the event gets closer and the leader has confirmed your skill level and confirmed appropriate water flows, the cruise leader will share specific details of meeting location.

  All participants must be CW members and sign a waiver.

  
  

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• Evening Cruise - St Vrain, Apple Valley

  • When
    06/02/2026
  •  
    5:30 PM
  • Location
    Lyons- November Hole
  • Spaces left
    0

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  Cruise with Colorado Whitewater (CW)

  Exact plan is water level dependent!

  Please register for the cruise if you would like to attend. For all cruises, please have some experience running the class of whitewater that is listed with each cruise. If you have any questions about the skill level required for the cruise you wish to attend, please contact the cruise leader (Chris Zeller) for that cruise, or send an email to cruises@coloradowhitewater.org.

  See full list of cruises and wavier information here.

  
  

  Cruise leader is Chris Zeller. As events get closer and volunteers step up, they will reach out to those who have registered and confirm details of the activity.

  A CW cruise is a fun river meet up for members to meet other paddlers and have a good time on the river.

  There is no instruction available during the cruise.  Be confident your skills are appropriate for this section of river. 

  You must have appropriate gear for cold water.

  Please plan to help with boat shuttle. This is almost always a challenge.

  As the event gets closer and the leader has confirmed your skill level and confirmed appropriate water flows, the cruise leader will share specific details of meeting location.

  All participants must be CW members and sign a waiver.

  
  

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• Evening Cruise - Bridges, Poudre River, III

  • When
    06/04/2026
  • Location
    Poudre River
  • Spaces left
    7

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  Cruise with Colorado Whitewater (CW)

  Please register for the cruise if you would like to attend. For all cruises, please have some experience running the class of whitewater that is listed with each cruise. If you have any questions about the skill level required for the cruise you wish to attend, please contact the cruise leader (Steve South) for that cruise, or send an email to cruises@coloradowhitewater.org.

  See full list of cruises and wavier information here.

  
  

  Cruise leader is Steve South . As events get closer and volunteers step up, they will reach out to those who have registered and confirm details of the activity.

  A CW cruise is a fun river meet up for members to meet other paddlers and have a good time on the river.

  There is no instruction available during the cruise.  Be confident your skills are appropriate for this section of river. 

  You must have appropriate gear for cold water.

  Please plan to help with boat shuttle. This is almost always a challenge.

  As the event gets closer and the leader has confirmed your skill level and confirmed appropriate water flows, the cruise leader will share specific details of meeting location.

  All participants must be CW members and sign a waiver.

  
  

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• Mid-Day Cruise - Filter Plant, Poudre River, Class II-III

  • When
    06/05/2026
  • Location
    Poudre River
  • Spaces left
    3

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  Cruise with Colorado Whitewater (CW)

  Water level dependent!

  Please register for the cruise if you would like to attend. For all cruises, please have some experience running the class of whitewater that is listed with each cruise. If you have any questions about the skill level required for the cruise you wish to attend, please contact the cruise leader (John Leventhal) for that cruise, or send an email to cruises@coloradowhitewater.org.

  See full list of cruises and wavier information here.

  
  

  Cruise leader is John Leventhal . As events get closer and volunteers step up, they will reach out to those who have registered and confirm details of the activity.

  A CW cruise is a fun river meet up for members to meet other paddlers and have a good time on the river.

  There is no instruction available during the cruise.  Be confident your skills are appropriate for this section of river. 

  You must have appropriate gear for cold water.

  Please plan to help with boat shuttle. This is almost always a challenge.

  As the event gets closer and the leader has confirmed your skill level and confirmed appropriate water flows, the cruise leader will share specific details of meeting location.

  All participants must be CW members and sign a waiver.

  
  

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• Cruise - BV Town Run, Arkansas, Class III

  • When
    06/06/2026
  • Location
    Buena Vista, CO
  • Spaces left
    2

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  Cruise with Colorado Whitewater (CW)

  Please register for the cruise if you would like to attend. For all cruises, please have some experience running the class of whitewater that is listed with each cruise. If you have any questions about the skill level required for the cruise you wish to attend, please contact the cruise leader (Steven South), or send an email to cruises@coloradowhitewater.org.

  See full list of cruises and wavier information here.

  As events get closer, we will reach out to those who have signed up and confirm details of the activity.

  A CW cruise is a fun river meet up for members to meet other paddlers and have a good time on the river.

  There is no instruction available during the cruise.  Be confident your skills are appropriate for this section of river. 

  You must have appropriate gear for cold water.

  Please plan to help with boat shuttle. This is almost always a challenge.

  As the event gets closer and the leader has confirmed your skill level and confirmed appropriate water flows, the cruise leader will share specific details of meeting location.

  All participants must be CW members and sign a waiver. 

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• Cruise - Rincon, Arkansas, Class II+/ III

  • When
    06/06/2026
  • Location
    Rincon (downstream of Salida)
  • Spaces left
    3

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  Cruise with Colorado Whitewater (CW)

  Please register for the cruise if you would like to attend. For all cruises, please have some experience running the class of whitewater that is listed with each cruise. If you have any questions about the skill level required for the cruise you wish to attend, please contact the cruise leader (Michael Scutt), or send an email to cruises@coloradowhitewater.org.

  See full list of cruises and wavier information here.

  As events get closer we will reach out to those who have shown interest and confirm details of the activity.

  A CW cruise is a fun river meet up for members to meet other paddlers and have a good time on the river.

  There is no instruction available during the cruise.  Be confident your skills are appropriate for this section of river. 

  You must have appropriate gear for cold water.

  Please plan to help with boat shuttle. This is almost always a challenge.

  As the event gets closer and the leader has confirmed your skill level and confirmed appropriate water flows, the cruise leader will share specific details of meeting location.

  All participants must be CW members and sign a waiver. 

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• Cruise - Browns Canyon, Arkansas, Class III

  • When
    06/07/2026
  • Location
    Buena Vista, CO
  • Spaces left
    0

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  Cruise with Colorado Whitewater (CW)

  Please register for the cruise if you would like to attend. For all cruises, please have some experience running the class of whitewater that is listed with each cruise. If you have any questions about the skill level required for the cruise you wish to attend, please contact the cruise leader (Steven South), or send an email to cruises@coloradowhitewater.org.

  See full list of cruises and wavier information here.

  As events get closer, we will reach out to those who have signed up and confirm details of the activity.

  A CW cruise is a fun river meet up for members to meet other paddlers and have a good time on the river.

  There is no instruction available during the cruise.  Be confident your skills are appropriate for this section of river. 

  You must have appropriate gear for cold water.

  Please plan to help with boat shuttle. This is almost always a challenge.

  As the event gets closer and the leader has confirmed your skill level and confirmed appropriate water flows, the cruise leader will share specific details of meeting location.

  All participants must be CW members and sign a waiver. 

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• Cruise - Milk Run, Arkansas, Class I-II Beginner Cruise

  • When
    06/07/2026
  • Location
    Buena Vista, CO
  • Spaces left
    3

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  Cruise with Colorado Whitewater (CW)

  Please register for the cruise if you would like to attend. For all cruises, please have some experience running the class of whitewater that is listed with each cruise. If you have any questions about the skill level required for the cruise you wish to attend, please contact the cruise leader (Michael Scutt), or send an email to cruises@coloradowhitewater.org.

  See full list of cruises and wavier information here.

  As events get closer, we will reach out to those who have signed up and confirm details of the activity.

  A CW cruise is a fun river meet up for members to meet other paddlers and have a good time on the river.

  There is no instruction available during the cruise.  Be confident your skills are appropriate for this section of river. 

  You must have appropriate gear for cold water.

  Please plan to help with boat shuttle. This is almost always a challenge.

  As the event gets closer and the leader has confirmed your skill level and confirmed appropriate water flows, the cruise leader will share specific details of meeting location.

  All participants must be CW members and sign a waiver. 

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• Evening Cruise - Bridges, Poudre River, III

  • When
    06/09/2026
  • Location
    Poudre River
  • Spaces left
    7

  Register

  Cruise with Colorado Whitewater (CW)

  Please register for the cruise if you would like to attend. For all cruises, please have some experience running the class of whitewater that is listed with each cruise. If you have any questions about the skill level required for the cruise you wish to attend, please contact the cruise leader (Steve South) for that cruise, or send an email to cruises@coloradowhitewater.org.

  See full list of cruises and wavier information here.

  
  

  Cruise leader is Steve South . As events get closer and volunteers step up, they will reach out to those who have registered and confirm details of the activity.

  A CW cruise is a fun river meet up for members to meet other paddlers and have a good time on the river.

  There is no instruction available during the cruise.  Be confident your skills are appropriate for this section of river. 

  You must have appropriate gear for cold water.

  Please plan to help with boat shuttle. This is almost always a challenge.

  As the event gets closer and the leader has confirmed your skill level and confirmed appropriate water flows, the cruise leader will share specific details of meeting location.

  All participants must be CW members and sign a waiver.

  
  

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• Evening Cruise - Clear Creek Tunnel 1

  • When
    06/09/2026
  •  
    5:30 PM
  • Location
    Golden Playpark
  • Spaces left
    0

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  Cruise with Colorado Whitewater (CW)

  Please register for the cruise if you would like to attend. For all cruises, please have some experience running the class of whitewater that is listed with each cruise. If you have any questions about the skill level required for the cruise you wish to attend, please contact the cruise leader (Chris Zeller) for that cruise, or send an email to cruises@coloradowhitewater.org.

  See full list of cruises and wavier information here.

  
  

  Cruise leader is Chris Zeller. As events get closer and volunteers step up, they will reach out to those who have registered and confirm details of the activity.

  A CW cruise is a fun river meet up for members to meet other paddlers and have a good time on the river.

  There is no instruction available during the cruise.  Be confident your skills are appropriate for this section of river. 

  You must have appropriate gear for cold water.

  Please plan to help with boat shuttle. This is almost always a challenge.

  As the event gets closer and the leader has confirmed your skill level and confirmed appropriate water flows, the cruise leader will share specific details of meeting location.

  All participants must be CW members and sign a waiver.

  
  

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• Poudre River Weekend 2026

  • Start
    06/12/2026
  •  
    3:00 PM
  • End
    06/14/2026
  • Location
    6410 Placer Ct, Bellvue, CO 80512
  • Spaces left
    0

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  Poudre River June 12 - 14, 2026!

  It's been several years but for 2026 CW is returning to the Poudre River for a great weekend of boating and camaraderie. We will plan cruises for a variety of skill levels. River weekends are not instructional events and are not suitable for those who have not had instruction or experience in whitewater kayaking or rafting. That said, our friends at Rocky Mountain Adventures are offering 2 days of instruction that weekend and rafting trips for friends or family that don't already boat. http://www.shoprma.com

  CAMPING / REGISTRATION TYPES:  $30 for each person camping, 40 people maximum.  Free for day participants.  All must register and sign our annual waiver.

  SOME GUIDELINES:
  

  • Members Only / Registration: You must register in advance and be a Colorado Whitewater member to attend, regardless if you boating or are just camping. This includes significant others and children.
  • Release Forms: Be sure you sign your annual waiver using this webpage. Colorado Whitewater - CW Release Waiver. Only need to sign once per year.
  • Skills / Gear: As a reminder, river weekends/ cruises are not instructional events and are not suitable for those who have not had instruction or experience in whitewater kayaking or rafting. Although we're all there to support one another, plan on boating within your skill level. Minimum necessary equipment for all boaters includes helmet, river shoes, type 3 or type 5 personal flotation device, and appropriate dry top or other layers. Kayakers should also have their float bags and skirt. Inflatable kayaks and rafts must be intended for whitewater use - not the vulnerable ones from department or sporting goods stores. 
  • River Class: New this year in an effort to get new paddlers more comfortable on the water is our 2-day river class taught by our friends at RMA.  This Beginner +/ Intermediate - class has been custom designed and discounted for CW members who have 2-10 days of river experience will help set you up for an amazing summer of paddling for 2026.  Sign up now, space is limited!  If you are planning on camping, you must sign up for camping and the class as 2 separate registrations.
  • Fires: No open wood burning fires at camp but welcome self-contained ones as long as there is no County burn ban at the time of the event
  • Dogs: Camp is on private property and no dogs are allowed by the property owner including service animals.
  • Sunday Departure: Sunset

  CRUISES: TBD but will include a spectrum of difficulty. There will be signup sheets for cruises at camp on Friday evening so you can see who is running what and if you can work out a carpool, go for it! We'll meet at 9:00am on Saturday and Sunday mornings to finalize cruises.  

  Questions? Email Russ Kalchbrenner. Include "Poudre River Weekend" in the subject line.

  Sorry, no refunds for cancellations.

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• CW Poudre River Weekend Class

  • Start
    06/13/2026
  • End
    06/14/2026
  • Spaces left
    8

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  CW Poudre River Weekend Class

  What? An exclusive River Running class for CW members
  When? Saturday. June 13^th – Sunday June 14^th
  Where? Poudre River
  Cost: $400, includes all necessary equipment (+ taxes/ fees)
  Difficulty?: Beginner to Intermediate, on Class II/III whitewater

  Join us for a weekend of professional Beginner/Intermediate instruction custom tailored for CW members who have 2-10 days of kayaking on the river and are looking for a skills-based course taught by the professional Instructors at Rocky Mountain Adventures.

  This 2 Day intensive course will cover the basics of boat handling and river safety, the kayak roll, essential river reading skills, and mastery of river running maneuvers like eddy turns, peel outs, and ferrying.

  Bring a packed lunch each day so we can optimize learning time.

  Prerequisites for Registering for this Class:

  • Must be able to demonstrate a wet-exit from kayak
  • Comfortable Paddling in Class II whitewater

  *Inflatable kayaks/ pack rafts are welcome to register for this class.

  Suitable for ages 13 and up.

  Due to limited space, cancellations will be allowed up to 14 days prior to the event.

  CW is facilitating registration for this class.  The class will be taught by RMA and all participants will fill out their liability waiver. Contact info@shoprma.com or 970-493-4005 with any questions about the class

  This class will meet at 9am at our camp spot

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• Evening Cruise - Clear Creek Tunnel 1

  • When
    06/16/2026
  •  
    5:30 PM
  • Location
    Golden Playpark
  • Spaces left
    0

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  Cruise with Colorado Whitewater (CW)

  Please register for the cruise if you would like to attend. For all cruises, please have some experience running the class of whitewater that is listed with each cruise. If you have any questions about the skill level required for the cruise you wish to attend, please contact the cruise leader (Chris Zeller) for that cruise, or send an email to cruises@coloradowhitewater.org.

  See full list of cruises and wavier information here.

  Cruise leader is Chris Zeller. As events get closer and volunteers step up, they will reach out to those who have registered and confirm details of the activity.

  A CW cruise is a fun river meet up for members to meet other paddlers and have a good time on the river.

  There is no instruction available during the cruise.  Be confident your skills are appropriate for this section of river. 

  You must have appropriate gear for cold water.

  Please plan to help with boat shuttle. This is almost always a challenge.

  As the event gets closer and the leader has confirmed your skill level and confirmed appropriate water flows, the cruise leader will share specific details of meeting location.

  All participants must be CW members and sign a waiver.

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• Cruise - Filter Plant, Poudre River, Class II-III

  • When
    06/21/2026
  • Location
    Poudre River
  • Spaces left
    0

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  Cruise with Colorado Whitewater (CW)

  Water level dependent!

  Please register for the cruise if you would like to attend. For all cruises, please have some experience running the class of whitewater that is listed with each cruise. If you have any questions about the skill level required for the cruise you wish to attend, please contact the cruise leader (Jonathan Brunsman) for that cruise, or send an email to cruises@coloradowhitewater.org.

  See full list of cruises and wavier information here.

  
  

  Cruise leader is Jonathan Brunsman . As events get closer and volunteers step up, they will reach out to those who have registered and confirm details of the activity.

  A CW cruise is a fun river meet up for members to meet other paddlers and have a good time on the river.

  There is no instruction available during the cruise.  Be confident your skills are appropriate for this section of river. 

  You must have appropriate gear for cold water.

  Please plan to help with boat shuttle. This is almost always a challenge.

  As the event gets closer and the leader has confirmed your skill level and confirmed appropriate water flows, the cruise leader will share specific details of meeting location.

  All participants must be CW members and sign a waiver.

  
  

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• Women's SJP Cruise - Deckers, SFSP, Class III

  • When
    06/28/2026
  • Location
    Deckers
  • Spaces left
    0

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  Cruise with Colorado Whitewater (CW)

  This is a See Jane Paddle Cruise

  Please register for the cruise if you would like to attend. For all cruises, please have some experience running the class of whitewater that is listed with each cruise. If you have any questions about the skill level required for the cruise you wish to attend, please contact the cruise leader (Lorraine Bruteig), or send an email to cruises@coloradowhitewater.org.

  See full list of cruises and wavier information here.

  As events get closer, we will reach out to those who have shown interest and confirm details of the activity.

  A CW cruise is a fun river meet up for members to meet other paddlers and have a good time on the river.

  There is no instruction available during the cruise.  Be confident your skills are appropriate for this section of river. 

  You must have appropriate gear for cold water.

  Please plan to help with boat shuttle. This is almost always a challenge.

  As the event gets closer and the leader has confirmed your skill level and confirmed appropriate water flows, the cruise leader will share specific details of meeting location.

  All participants must be CW members and sign a waiver. 

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• Arkansas River Weekend 2026

  • Start
    07/10/2026
  • End
    07/12/2026
  • Location
    Paul's Lot, Buena Vista River Park, CO

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  Arkansas River Weekend - July 10 - 12, 2026!

  Get ready for Arkansas River Weekend 2026! We're planning to have cruises on Saturday and Sunday for most skill levels, ranging from easy runs like Big Bend to Salida to the more challenging runs like the Numbers. (Let us know if you're willing to lead or sweep a cruise!) Camping will be at Paul's Lot in downtown Buena Vista at the River Park. If you're willing to help with leading or sweeping a cruise, registration or other needs during the event email Dan Beyers at dbeyers59@gmail.com.  

  We will be meeting at 9:00 Saturday and Sunday mornings to divide into cruise groups. Each group will then sort out their shuttles. Day attendees should arrive at the site by 8:30 to check in and sign up for cruises. Don't be the hold up! You don't have to be in your pfd yet but be prepared to leave to go boating shortly after the meeting.

  Important: Please register each individual separately, including all family (including minors) or group members. This helps us accurately track attendance and coordinate our volunteers effectively.
  

  As a reminder, river weekends are not instructional events and are not suitable for those who have not had instruction or experience in whitewater kayaking or rafting. For those of you who are interested in instruction, our friends at Rocky Mountain Outdoor Center (RMOC) offer classes. Sign up directly with RMOC.
  

  CAMPING / REGISTRATIONS: We'll have group camping in Paul's Lot (Google maps- Paul's Lot) at the River Park in Buena Vista this year.  We'll be in a great location near the river & town, which is similar to where we were in 2019. Participants should register as either planning on the group camping area or staying elsewhere as a day participant so that we can monitor how many people will be camping. We are limited to 100 people in total including campers and day participants. The Town of Buena Vista is charging us for the site under a Special Event & Camping Permit and we will bring in toilet and trash facilities. Although the club is still subsidizing, the event camping will cost $30/person for the weekend. Note this is per person, not per site, and applies to everyone present including children and significant others.

  Upon arrival you'll need to check in as usual so your registration, membership and release can be confirmed. You'll receive a wristband, which will be different colors depending on whether or not you're camping. There will be opportunities to sign up for cruises in the evening as well as in the morning before the meeting. CW will be providing porta pots, hand wash stations, and a dumpster for trash but beyond these you must plan on being self supported and bring whatever water you need. Do not arrive at the camping area before 3:00 Friday afternoon. We have the site Friday, Saturday & Sunday.

  The entrance to Paul's Lot is at the end of Main Street in the River Park. Look for a CW banner on the right once the road turns to dirt.

  REALLY SERIOUS SUBJECTS:
  

  • Membership: Every person on the land must be a current member of Colorado Whitewater and must have registered prior to the event. We are able to have this event in part because we didn't have to get a special event permit from Chaffee County. The only way we could avoid getting a special event permit is by representing that this is a private event for members only and is not open to the public. This membership requirement applies to everyone on site regardless of whether they are boating, not boating, camping, not camping, etc. and includes significant others and children. Memberships will not be sold at the event.
  • Noise/ Open Container Law: We are subject to Town of Buena Vista laws and regulations.

  SOME MORE GUIDELINES:
  

  • Release Forms: Upon check-in you will be asked to sign the a release form for the entire weekend. This will be required for camping as well as participating on any cruises. You will receive a wristband so that cruise leaders know you have registered and signed all paperwork. You can also save time and sign your waiver online ahead of time at this link: https://coloradowhitewater.org/waiver
  • Skills / Gear: As a reminder, river weekends are not instructional events and are not suitable for those who have not had instruction or experience in whitewater kayaking or rafting. Although we're all there to support one another, plan on boating within your skill level. Minimum necessary equipment for all boaters includes helmet, river shoes, type 3 or type 5 personal flotation device, and appropriate dry top or other layers. Kayakers should also have their float bags and skirt. Inflatable kayaks and rafts must be intended for whitewater use - not the vulnerable ones from department or sporting goods stores. Cruise leaders have ultimate discretion as to whether you can be on a cruise.
  • Dogs: Dogs must be on leash and under your control at all times. You cannot leave your dog tied up or in your tent while you go boating. Obviously, you have to pick up after your dog, too.
  • Fires: Subject to any fire restrictions at the time, you can have propane fires and stoves at your individual campsites so long as they can be switched off if needed. You can find current fire restrictions here: Chaffee County Fire Restriction

  Questions? Email Dan at dbeyers59@gmail.com and include "CW Arkansas River Weekend" in the subject line. 

  Note: Registration for Arkansas River Weekend is non-refundable.
  

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• Cruise - BV Town Run, Arkansas, Class III

  • When
    07/18/2026
  • Location
    Buena Vista, CO
  • Spaces left
    0

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  Cruise with Colorado Whitewater (CW)

  Please register for the cruise if you would like to attend. For all cruises, please have some experience running the class of whitewater that is listed with each cruise. If you have any questions about the skill level required for the cruise you wish to attend, please contact the cruise leader (Steven South), or send an email to cruises@coloradowhitewater.org.

  See full list of cruises and wavier information here.

  As events get closer, we will reach out to those who have signed up and confirm details of the activity.

  A CW cruise is a fun river meet up for members to meet other paddlers and have a good time on the river.

  There is no instruction available during the cruise.  Be confident your skills are appropriate for this section of river. 

  You must have appropriate gear for cold water.

  Please plan to help with boat shuttle. This is almost always a challenge.

  As the event gets closer and the leader has confirmed your skill level and confirmed appropriate water flows, the cruise leader will share specific details of meeting location.

  All participants must be CW members and sign a waiver. 

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• Cruise - Gunnison Town Run, Gunnison, Class II+/III

  • When
    07/19/2026
  • Location
    Gunnison, CO
  • Spaces left
    0

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  Cruise with Colorado Whitewater (CW)

  Please register for the cruise if you would like to attend. For all cruises, please have some experience running the class of whitewater that is listed with each cruise. If you have any questions about the skill level required for the cruise you wish to attend, please contact the cruise leader (Jen Kling), or send an email to cruises@coloradowhitewater.org.

  See full list of cruises and wavier information here.

  As events get closer, we will reach out to those who have signed up and confirm details of the activity.

  A CW cruise is a fun river meet up for members to meet other paddlers and have a good time on the river.

  There is no instruction available during the cruise.  Be confident your skills are appropriate for this section of river. 

  You must have appropriate gear for cold water.

  Please plan to help with boat shuttle. This is almost always a challenge.

  As the event gets closer and the leader has confirmed your skill level and confirmed appropriate water flows, the cruise leader will share specific details of meeting location.

  All participants must be CW members and sign a waiver. 

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• Women's See Jane Paddle Camping Weekend 2026

  • Start
    07/31/2026
  •  
    5:00 PM
  • End
    08/02/2026
  •  
    5:00 PM
  • Location
    Arkansas River Vally (Camping Location TBA)
  • Spaces left
    16

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  See Jane Paddle Camping Weekend July 31 - August 2, 2026!

  It's the 3rd Annual SJP Camping Weekend on the Arkansas, Whoo hoo!! Let's get on the river, gather around a campfire, and celebrate the river goddesses we are.

  This is our first year doing this through CW so please bear with us as we sort out some details, like where exactly we're camping (tents and vehicles welcome).

  CW Disclaimer: River weekends are not instructional events and are not suitable for those who have not had instruction or experience in whitewater kayaking or rafting. 

  CAMPING / REGISTRATION TYPES:  Free Camping and registration for all SJP ladies.  All must register and sign our annual waiver.

  WHO CAN COME:This event is specifically for those who identify as women. Please no husbands, male partners/friends or children, as much as we appreciate their support of our whitewater journey.

  SOME GUIDELINES:
  

  •  CW Members Only / Registration: You must register in advance and be a Colorado Whitewater member to attend, regardless if you boating or are just camping.
  • Release Forms: Be sure you sign your annual waiver using this webpage. Colorado Whitewater - CW Release Waiver. Only need to sign once per year.
  • Skills / Gear: As a reminder, river weekends/ cruises are not instructional events and are not suitable for those who have not had instruction or experience in whitewater kayaking or rafting. Although we're all there to support one another, plan on boating within your skill level. Minimum necessary equipment for all boaters includes helmet, river shoes, type 3 or type 5 personal flotation device, and appropriate dry top or other layers. Kayakers should also have their float bags and skirt. Inflatable kayaks and rafts must be intended for whitewater use - not the vulnerable ones from department or sporting goods stores. 
  • Fires: No open wood burning fires at camp but welcome self-contained ones as long as there is no County burn ban at the time of the event
  • Dogs: Camp is on private property and no dogs are allowed by the property owner including service animals.
  • Sunday Departure: Sunset

  CRUISES: TBD but will include a spectrum of difficulty. We will meet in the morning to decide how to split up based on the number of women in attendence. We'll meet at 9:00am on Saturday and Sunday mornings to finalize cruises.  

  Questions? Email Sandi

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• Women's SJP Cruise - Pinnacle- Parkdale, Arkansas, Class III

  • When
    08/09/2026
  • Location
    Parkdale
  • Spaces left
    2

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  Cruise with Colorado Whitewater (CW)

  This is a See Jane Paddle Cruise

  Please register for the cruise if you would like to attend. For all cruises, please have some experience running the class of whitewater that is listed with each cruise. If you have any questions about the skill level required for the cruise you wish to attend, please contact the cruise leader (Lorraine Bruteig), or send an email to cruises@coloradowhitewater.org.

  See full list of cruises and wavier information here.

  As events get closer, we will reach out to those who have shown interest and confirm details of the activity.

  A CW cruise is a fun river meet up for members to meet other paddlers and have a good time on the river.

  There is no instruction available during the cruise.  Be confident your skills are appropriate for this section of river. 

  You must have appropriate gear for cold water.

  Please plan to help with boat shuttle. This is almost always a challenge.

  As the event gets closer and the leader has confirmed your skill level and confirmed appropriate water flows, the cruise leader will share specific details of meeting location.

  All participants must be CW members and sign a waiver. 

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• Cruise - Foxton III/ III+

  • When
    08/30/2026
  • Location
    Foxton NFSP
  • Spaces left
    0

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  Cruise with Colorado Whitewater (CW)

  Please register for the cruise if you would like to attend. For all cruises, please have some experience running the class of whitewater that is listed with each cruise. If you have any questions about the skill level required for the cruise you wish to attend, please contact the cruise leader for that cruise, or send an email to cruises@coloradowhitewater.org.

  See full list of cruises and waiver information here.

  
  

  Cruise leader is Eric Gillaspy. As events get closer, he will reach out to those who have registered and confirm details of the activity.

  A CW cruise is a fun river meet up for members to meet other paddlers and have a good time on the river.

  There is no instruction available during the cruise.  Be confident your skills are appropriate for this section of river. 

  You must have appropriate gear for cold water.

  Please plan to help with boat shuttle. This is almost always a challenge.

  As the event gets closer and the leader has confirmed your skill level and confirmed appropriate water flows, the cruise leader will share specific details of meeting location and time.

  All participants must be CW members and sign a waiver.

  
  

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• Bailey Fest 2026

  • Start
    09/04/2026
  •  
    4:00 PM
  • End
    09/07/2026
  •  
    1:00 PM
  • Location
    39.385509, -105.438501
  • Spaces left
    137

  Note: Details below will be confirmed by June 15 for 2026

  It's time for BaileyFest 2026! Since it's Labor Day weekend, we have the land for the festival and camping for THREE nights!  Friday/Saturday/Sunday nights, 9/4-9/7.  Please register asap.  We are under a strict participant number cap and fully expect the event to sell out this year.  $40 gets you 3 nights of camping including toilets, shuttle on Sat and live music + DJ on Saturday night.

  This is a land-based event. All paddling will be outside of the event & at your own risk.

  There will be a food truck on site Saturday for the purchase of tasty treats.  Breakfast burritos in the morning and a full menu for lunch and dinner throughout the day.  We do have a vendor minimum of 65 orders, so please plan to enjoy this treat of convenience! 

  Venue coordinates:  Coordinates: 39.385509, -105.438501

  NO dogs.  We love them, but not the place.  Strictly enforced.

  Leave no trace - Pack out your trash.

  RESPECT THE NEIGHBORS - DO NOT TRESPASS - QUIET HOURS after 11PM

  EVENT SCHEDULE:

  Friday afternoon: 

  Event check-in:  4pm - 9pm

  Show up without dogs.  The festival area will be on river left again this year. Look for the Colorado Whitewater banner at the entrance.  Check-in is required at the tent for everyone.  The registration time is strict.  If you need to arrive outside of this window, please contact (Nate).

  Saturday:
  

  Event check-in:  7am - 10am

  Shuttle:  ALL DAY!  Schedule TBD.  Contracted by CPR from Pine Valley Ranch to BaileyFest Festival area.

  Food Truck:  ALL DAY!  Nani's Bowls will be offering breakfast, lunch and dinner.  Get your day started right with a breakfast burrito, a meal between laps or dinner during the festivities!

  Duck Racing:  5:15pm  4Corners Riversports has chipped in for prizes for this event!  The ducks will race downriver to entertain and win swag!  Can your inanimate object beat another inanimate object?!?!  Who knows!  But surely if you yell more, it will float FASTER!  Winners will get sweet, sweet 4CRS swag while the losers will grumble at their stupid slow ducks.

  BaileyFest Volunteer of the Year Award - 5:45  Sponsored by (TBD).

  Chrispy:  6pm (or whenever he feels like it) - LIVE MUSIC.

  KF Kyle:  7:30pm Mobile DJ will play until 11pm.

  Sunday: Coffee and demos provided by Colorado Kayak Supply.

  Monday: Boat and clean up after yourselves and get packed out by 1pm. Hope you enjoyed yourself and come back next year!

  Prices: $45 in advance. Space is limited, so please register asap.  This event will sell out in advance. Kids under 12 are free, but MUST be registered as a "child guest" for the event.  If you bring a dog, you will be asked to leave with no refunds. Bringing a dog or other pet could result in this event never happening again.  Your conscience cannot handle that.  If you have a service animal, we comply with ADA rules.  Please share in advance so there are no misunderstandings.  No refunds, unless the event is canceled.

  Specials:

  TBD

  Sponsors
  

  Thanks again to Colorado Whitewater, 4Corners Riversports,  Golden River Sports, Colorado Kayak Supply, Collegiate Peaks Rafting, Chef Amy @ Nani’s Bowls, Chrispy and Kyle for making this happen!

  Notes:

  1) BaileyFest participation is capped to ensure that there will be fewer than 150 people (participant + volunteers) as required by Park County.

  2) BaileyFest is an event that only occurs on the Berger residence.  DO NOT trespass on anyone else's property.  Being respectful of the neighbors is imperative to our ability to continue hosting this event.

  3: If you are one of Bart's neighbors and have concerns or complaints during the event, please contact Nate Halpin (719-581-0861) and let's work though addressing and resolving your concerns to the best of our ability.

  Requests for volunteers:

  1 or 2 folks to bring/set up: CW Tent, banners, "Paddle at your own risk" signage, wristbands, other supplies from storage locker in Golden and to arrive by 3:30 on Friday

  2 folks for Event Registration Friday from 4-6:30

  2 folks for Event Registration Friday from 6:30-9

  2 folks for Event Registration Saturday from 8-10

  2-4 folks to help cleanup late Monday morning

  Contact Nate to volunteer and you might even find yourself with free registration.

  
  

  
  

  
  

  
  

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• Colorado River Weekend 2026

  • Start
    09/18/2026
  • End
    09/21/2026
  • Location
    Pumphouse Campground, Kremmling CO

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  Colorado River Weekend - September 18 - 21, 2026!

  Join us for the last river weekend of 2026 on the Colorado River!

  We have reserved the two group sites at Pumphouse and looking forward to a fun weekend for all!  Come on Friday, stay until Monday.  Must pay the BLM for day use at the kiosk upon entry.

  Important: Please register each individual separately, including all family (including minors) or group members. This helps us accurately track attendance and coordinate our volunteers effectively.
  

  Dogs are allowed but must be kept on leash and picked up after!

  Participants will be required to pay a $10 parking fee on-site per vehicle per night to the Pumphouse Recreation Area. This will give you access to park at the campground overnight and park at the boat launches / take-out both days.  BRING CASH! 

  Potential for runs on the Upper Colorado below Pumphouse and Lower Blue depending on flows.

  Planning to bring back the Saturday night pot luck dinner to show our community spirit.  Interested in a dutch oven cooking. We are considering a dutch oven competition for the pot luck.... 

  More details to follow, but please register to confirm your spot!

  Any questions, please email Chris Zeller and include CO Weekend in the subject. 

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