Summary
Clear Creek Beginner
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Prices From
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USD$ $45.00
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1st Departure
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05.16.2009
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Provider
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Arkansas Valley Adventures
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Destination
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Clear Creek
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Duration
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2.5 hours
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Challenge
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Easy
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Avg Rating
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Not Rated
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Beginner/Intermediate Class II-III, 1/3 day.
This half-day trip is a great introduction to whitewater. The section packs in 11 Class III rapids as you paddle and splash your way down the Creek. Ideal for all ages and abilities. Minimum age 5 yrs/50 lbs.
Itinerary
Day 1
Watch the live action! To see video of the Clear Creek Beginner Trip CLICK HERE!
Our whirlwind introduction to Clear Creek whitewater! This trip packs in eleven Class III rapids in just one-third of a day as your raft tumbles its way through a small scenic gorge on the Creek. We recommend the Clear Creek Beginner for all ability levels and for travelers on a schedule! Minimum 6 years & 50 lbs*.
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Arrive at the Clear Creek/Idaho Springs office, where you will be greeted by our friendly office staff. You will let us know you’ve arrived and sign waivers (**NOTE: if you are bringing children under 18 who are not your children, please make sure to bring waivers signed by their parents! You may not sign for them.). You will then head outside to receive wetsuits and splash jackets (if the weather warrants their use), life jackets and helmets. You’ll have time to change into the clothes you want to wear on the river and to lock any of your other belongings—such as wallets, valuables and extra clothing—away in your vehicle.
Take Me to the River
It’s time to go to the river! You’ll head out the door and across the street to the river. No shuttle needed! Your guides will give you a thorough safety talk and teach you all about paddling together. Once you're on the river, you’ll practice your paddling skills, and before you know it you’ll be heading right into the whitewater! Splash and laugh your way down the river—you’ll be amazed at the thrill from working as a team to tackle the rapids. At the end of your trip, an AVA vehicle will be waiting to take you back to the AVA office.
The Post-trip Review
After you’ve changed into your dry clothes, check out the hilarious and action-packed photos from your trip. After viewing your photos, you’ll have an opportunity to have them printed right there at our office or to have them burned to a disc to take home and print out yourself. Our retail shop has tons of AVA and rafting paraphernalia, from t-shirts and hats to picture frames and coffee mugs.
Gear List
AVA provides wetsuits and splash jackets free of charge if the weather warrants their use. Wearing a wetsuit is often not necessary; they are most often needed early season, if the weather is rainy, for our Class IV-V trips, or for folks who get cold easily, such as small children. In addition please bring the following with you:
- Footwear: Bring shoes that stay securely on your feet and can get wet. Tennis shoes, sport sandals (that strap on), or water shoes all work very well. NO FLIP-FLOPS ALLOWED. AVA does not have booties for rent, however we do sell water shoes in our retail store at the AVA Outpost and at the Clear Creek office.
- Swimsuit to wear under wetsuit
- Sunglasses and strap to secure glasses
- Sunscreen and lip balm with sunscreen
- Additional Layers: Lightweight, quick-drying clothing. If you don’t want to wear a wetsuit (much of the summer it is too hot to wear one), please bring swimsuits and quick-drying shorts (nylon, etc) to wear. Fleece, polypropylene or other synthetic base layers (i.e. a Dri-fit shirt) are great additional layers in case we have cold or rainy weather. We recommend that you DO NOT wear cotton on the river. It stays wet and makes you cold. Save the cotton clothing to change into after your trip.
- Water Bottle
Travel Information
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Activity Location
Idaho Springs/Clear Creek Office
1319 Miner Street
Idaho Springs, CO 80452 USA
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