4 Days

RiverWonderGrass | Lodore – Tyler Grant-Flatpicker & Friends

  • 1 Person /
  • Early Pricing $1699 | After Jan 5th $1799

Where

Starts at the Gates of Lodore in CO & ends at Split Mountain Campground in UT


Duration

4 Days

44 Miles

Level

Class III Rapids
Beginner/Intermediate Whitewater
Minimum 13 years old and 50 lbs

When

July 4th – 7th

MusiciAN iNFO

Tyler “Dinosaur” Grant has been instrumental in the genesis & growth of the RiverWonderGrass series. A musical member of the Inaugural RWG Expedition in June, 2020, he fell in love with the rivers & canyons of Dinosaur National Monument & became a member of the guide crew. Guests on RWG launches are familiar with Tyler’s river-inspired songs & stories, which will be featured with a small ensemble of very special guests (TBA very soon…), as well as songs from his upcoming album, Flatpicker.
Interested in the Geology & Natural History of the Canyon Of Lodore? Ride on this National Flatpicking Champion’s boat & he’ll give you a spirited earful.

RIVER INFORMATION

Located in the beautiful Dinosaur National Monument, over 200,000 acres of pristine river wilderness This 4-day rafting trip covers 44 miles of the Green River in the heart of The Monument. Start rafting at the Gates of Lodore in Colorado and end at Split Mountain Campground in Utah. Experience beautiful scenery and multiple class III rapids along the way, plus one class IV, Hell’s Half Mile.

These intimate river journeys bring together members of the WWG artist community and friends on an adventure through the heart of desert canyons. Empty sandy beaches, majestic hikes, thrilling whitewater, riverside camping, and musical floats are combined with healthy foods, deep conversation, and space to reconnect with each other. Take in riverside musical performances each evening plus improvisational jams.

The trip includes all meals, breakfast, lunch, and dinner (organic and local when possible), all equipment, guides, music, and experiences. Tip not included. Alcohol is not included. Guests may bring their own beverages, NO DRINKING ON THE RIVER OR UNTIL WE GET TO CAMP EACH DAY. NO DRUG USE ON THE TRIP. Further trip information can be viewed on the PACK menu of the website.

  • You can reserve multiple spaces under just your name, so you can invite friends later
  • Private stand up paddle instruction and exclusive inflatable kayaks with a guide will be available to add to your experience at point of sale or any time prior to 20 days before launch, please call Adrift to add on
  • 120L dry bag will be provided the day before your launch to each booked guest
  • You will need to be at the Adrift boathouse no later than 7:15 am on launch day, we cannot leave later than 8 am and we recommend you come in the night prior
  • The trip will include a few inflatable kayaks to share at the Trip Leaders discretion
  • Trips are 16+, please call with kiddo requests
  • RiverWonderWomen is ladies only!

PLEASE NOTE – We operate under National Park Service guidelines, including a nightly 10 pm curfew. This pristine area deserves respect and admiration and while having a few drinks is acceptable, this is more purpose, less party. The trip is limited to 20 guests so we can account for the musicians and the support staff, we recommend booking early.

 

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Itinerary

Prior to Trip

  • Each participant or family must complete a Passenger Profile Form and return it at least 2 weeks prior to departure.
  • Tents, sleeping bags and pads are NOT provided, but can be rented (bag and pad-$20; and a two person tent-$25) at the Adrift store. If renting, notification is needed at least two weeks prior to the launch.
  • Please stop by our office before 4 pm the day prior to launch so you can pick-up your dry bag.
  • At the Adrift Headquarters (trip meeting place) you can purchase sunscreen, t-shirts, hats, and water bottles.

Launch Day

7:30am - Meet at Adrift Headquarters Guests are on their own for breakfast prior to meeting Adrift guides. An earlier meeting time can be arranged if you flew into the area. Come with your river bag packed. The shuttle to put in will depart from the Adrift Adventures Rafting Center. At the river put-in your trip leader will provide a safety orientation before you start rafting through Lodore Canyon. Camp at a roadless wilderness site in the canyon. Lunch and dinner are provided.

Day 2

Raft the Green River with optional short hikes to observe wildlife and canyon geology. Run one of the big rapids, Hell’s Half Mile, and camp at a remote beach. Optional hike. Breakfast, lunch and dinner provided.

Day 3

After breakfast you float out of Lodore into 2,000 ft. deep Whirlpool Canyon and run fun rapids. Great optional hike to waterfall and Indian rock art. Camp in wilds. Breakfast, lunch and dinner provided.

Day 4

Coffee and breakfast is ready early then we launch on the river and float through the exciting rapids of Split Mountain Gorge. Lunch is also provided. You should arrive at the river trip takeout around 2:00 pm where you are shuttled back to your car at the Adrift Adventures Rafting Center arriving around 3:00 pm.