Rift of the Rio Grande
The Rio Grande Rift Valley extends more than 600 miles, from approximately Leadville Colorado to Chihuahua, Mexico. It formed a lowland region where Earth’s tectonic plates moved apart and separates the Colorado Plateau from the North American plate. The northern area of is composed of volcanic and sedimentary material.
A Wild and Scenic River
The are more than 220 wild and scenic rivers and streams covering more than 13,000 miles in the United States. This designation protects the river’s unique characteristics and water quality. These esteemed rivers are protected for people’s use and enjoyment into the future.
Northern New Mexico’s Rio Grande Gorge
Northern New Mexico’s Rio Grande Gorge. Escape with our unguided float. The above image shows an early season father/son duo taking advantage of our Funyak Rentals.
Final Taos Box of 2019
The final run down the Taos Box of 2019 was an adventure for all! The final Taos Box run is always a sad moment, when we complete our rafting season but now we look forward to what winter will bring in the form of snow. The gauge was reading 645 cfs on the 31st of […]
Testimonials for Orlando Pour In!
“My husband and I, plus our two teens (14,16), had a great day on the river with Orlando, who was knowledgeable and fun, kind and helpful.”
The Box, June 8, 2019
Taos Box, June 8, 2019. Jarod Bottinelli took this great video, on his June 4 trip. Thanks Jarod! Water level is up around 3800 cfs and rising, as summer temps begin to arrive (high of 84 degrees today). Based on the remaining snowpack, this and higher levels should persist well into July. The Box is […]
High Water Anticipation, 2019
High Water Anticipation, 2019 High water! Various government agencies keep a close watch on snowfall, and the depth and density of snow that accumulates on the ground, throughout the winter. With this information, they can predict the amount of run-off (water from snow melt) that will likely occur. The run-off prediction is of paramount concern […]
Hold On Tight
“Hold On Tight” is the headline, but it’s not accurate. Rafting in big whitewater is a participatory activity. The guide yells out paddle commands and the guests respond with enthusiastic strokes of their paddles. As a rule, holding on is not an option. But what keeps you in the boat, as it crashes into waves […]
Spring Birds and Flowers Along the Rio Grande
Spring Birds and Flowers Along the Rio Grande. In the Rio Grande del Norte National Monument, the Indian paintbrush and other spring flowers, brand-new leaves on the cottonwoods, blooming cliff fendler bushes and the green hedgehog cacti are giving the birds a run for their money, as far as beauty goes.
Wet winter gives rise to robust Rio Grande
Excerpts from article in the Santa Fe New Mexican, May 5, 2019, by Robert Nott Wet winter gives rise to robust Rio Grande RIO GRANDE DEL NORTE NATIONAL MONUMENT — The Rio Grande was running fast, high and wide … as John and Michelle Hood stood near a 14-foot rubber raft, preparing their 4-year-old daughter […]