Rio Chama rafting (3-day 2-night)

To get into the wild and away from the crowds on the busy Labor Day weekend, we have reserved a block of slots with a commercial company for a trip down the Rio Chama, running 31 miles through the Wild and Scenic Rio Chama Wilderness. The trip will leave on the morning of Saturday, August 30 and end on Monday, September 1. The company says “The trip consists of a float through the stunning colorful sandstone and limestone walls of this amazing canyon and finishes up near the renowned artist village of Abiquiu. … The mellow whitewater here affords ample opportunity to take in all of the colors and beauty of the famous canyon. Red, yellow and purple color bands are painted across the desert as the river flows past towering sandstone cliffs…The relaxed 3-day itinerary allows us the flexibility to stop often and explore the many treasures within the high reaching walls like hot springs, ancient Indian ruins, and dinosaur tracks.” More information is available at https://www.newmexicoriveradventures.com/rio-chama-3-day/.

This is a fully catered trip, with meals provided. Participants may bring their own tent, sleeping bag, and pad, or borrow them from the outfitters. The rafts are paddle rafts, or participants can also travel in inflatable kayaks. The cost will be $616 plus tip. Participants will be required to sign both the Mountaineers and the outfitter’s waivers.

To take part in the trip, please contact Bill Priedhorsky about your interest and submitting your full payment of $616 to Bill Priedhorsky. The company has a strict cancellation policy that goes into effect 30 days before the trip, so changes/cancellations should be communicated to Bill by July 30.