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River Skills and Anasazi Thrills
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Synopsis
Combine learning with outdoor adventure as you explore one of the most
beautiful and still undiscovered river canyons in the four corners area.
Become skilled in paddling inflatable kayaks on the San Juan River, a
premier river for mild white water rafting and kayaking as you enjoy
magnificent red rock canyons, bighorn sheep and ancient Anasazi dwellings
and petroglyphs. Includes field trips to the magnificent Anasazi cliff
dwellings at Navajo National Monument and scenic
Monument Valley.
 Course
Description
River Skills and
Anasazi Thrills
Learn paddling skills in a fun, safe and pristine
environment. Experienced guides teach you how to read the river and maneuver
your inflatable kayak as you float the tranquil depths of the San Juan
River. Inflatable kayaks are stable, easy to learn and are perfect for this
mild white water adventure, or if you choose, relax on a guided oar boat.
Enjoy lectures on the native peoples of this region and explore
archaeological sites. Visit one of the largest petroglyph panels in the
Southwest and walk through a two-story Anasazi cliff
 dwelling only
accessible by river. Delight in gourmet meals and peaceful wilderness
camping. All river and camping equipment provided. The river is challenging,
yet friendly and great for first-time paddlers. Equipment provided (tent, sleeping bag and pad). Activity
Level: 6 (see description)
Three days of paddling in 2-person inflatable kayaks; up to four hours of
paddling each day; always have the option to
 relax on guided oar raft
instead of paddling kayak; Class II river with swift currents and moderate
waves; daily hikes of one to three miles over uneven and sometimes rocky
terrain.
Itinerary: Flagstaff, Arizona, 1 night
in modern hotel; van to Bluff, UT for launch on
San Juan River, 3 nights camping; van to Flagstaff, Arizona, 1 night in
modern hotel.
Closest major airport Phoenix, Arizona, closest small airport Flagstaff. Commercial transportation available to
Flagstaff. Independent arrivals in Flagstaff by 4:00 p.m.; depart Flagstaff
after 8:00 a.m.
Accommodations
Modern Flagstaff hotel, private bath. On the river, delight in gourmet meals
prepared for you and camping in tents
or under the stars (all equipment provided). Come back to your
Flagstaff hotel for one of the best showers of your life before our final
celebratory dinner - you've earned it!
Seasons Offered
Summer
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