Canyonlands Whitewater Rafting
Canyonlands National Park, UT
SEPT 26 - OCT 1, 2027
Overview
Join Team RWB and the Colorado Outward Bound School (COBS) for an incredible opportunity to raft one of America's crown jewels: the Colorado river through Cataract Canyon and Canyonlands National Park. Test your meddle on big rapids and rediscover that small unit cohesion as you paddle your way through Canyonlands with your fellow Eagles. Take in the views while hiking side canyons and while gazing up at the night sky after the adrenaline wears off. What better way to spend a week?
Dig your paddle blade in deep to meet some of the biggest and best whitewater of the West. One of the most rugged and beautiful canyons in the West, Cataract Canyon takes you through the heart of Canyonlands National Park. You will learn how to guide a whitewater raft as you float past natural wonders and ancient dwellings to the confluence of the Colorado and Green Rivers while preparing for what awaits downstream. The Colorado River roars through 30+ exciting class II- IV rapids that rate with those of the Grand Canyon in power and difficulty, including the famous Mile Long Rapids and "the Big Drops." In the nearby canyons, fantastic rock shapes carved by the whimsical forces of nature await you as your group ventures off-river to jaw-dropping views. This region is located within the ancestral lands of the Ute nation.
Application window: Dec 8 - March 1, 2027
Fundraising Commitment: $250 ($50 commitment fee)
Notified: Applicants will be notified of their status starting Dec 15. Applicants who apply after Dec 15 will be notified on a rolling basis.
Expedition Highlights
Whitewater Rafting
along the Colorado river and through Cataract Canyon
Epic Rapids
Class II-IV rapids
6 Days
of white water rafting and hiking the side canyons
Other Highlights include:
100 river miles of adrenaline, team building, and unforgettable canyon views
Experience Canyonlands National Park from the Colorado River
Explore side canyons during breaks and at camp
Class II-IV rapids in abundance!
Experience a geologic wonder by day and epic dark skies at night
Potential to captain a raft
Dark skies
Itinerary
DAY 1
Pick up at Grand Junction Airport. Arrive at Boat ramp, intros and duffle shuffle. afety talk and travel down river via "Floatilla" where boats are tied together and use a motor to make miles during flat water. This is a great time to connect while also making miles on the river. It's possible for a night float where the group will sleep under the stars as they float down river.
Days 2-5
Traveling down river, learning from both Team RWB Guides and Outward Bound staff about resilience, communication, and goal setting when not exploring Canyonlands, side canyons, and rapids.
Days 6
Course End and depart by 12pm from North Wash Boat ramp.
Itinerary (subject to change)
Prerequisites & Requirements
No rafting experience required. Participants must be a team player and be willing to put in the work to make this Expedition successful. Eagles should be able to swim and must wear a personal flotation device while on the water.
Equipment & Logistics
All meals from pickup to dropoff are provided. All camping and rafting gear is provided. Eagles are responsible for transporting themselves to the pickup location. Specific packing and travel instructions will be provided.