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Guided Trips:
Green River
Green River
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FIRST DAY: We meet you at Red River Canoe Company. 1371 N.HWY 191
Moab, UT. Meeting time 7am to 9am or the night before to get dry bags and
other gear. More of a meet and greet. We will load up to go to the river. Ruby
Ranch is a private, working ranch, first founded in 1884. Vehicle access to the
ranch is along 20 miles of dirt road, off of Interstate 70. During the occasional
times that we receive extended or heavy rains, this road can become
impassable to most 4WD and 2WD vehicles. There is a launch fee for use of their
land, which is $10.00 per boat and $2.00 per person. We will load your canoes
and can begin our descent down river. Trin-Alcove will be the site for our lunch
and a hike. Trin-Alcove is made of three lovely slot canyons that intersect at
the river.
MIDDLE DAY(S): We continue our travels down river. Some of the hikes to be
enjoyed along the way are up Hey Joe Canyon, Hell Roaring Canyon or to the
top of the Bow Knot Bend. We will visit the historic River Register and look at
inscriptions left by explorers and trappers dating as far back as 1836. Each
evening at camp, surrounded by the towering red cliffs, you will enjoy
delicious, homemade meals while sharing your day’s adventures with the rest
of the group.
LAST DAY: On our final day, you paddle to Mineral Bottom, below Dead Horse
Point State Park, where pick-up vehicles will be waiting. We go up the steep
switchbacks of Mineral Canyon where we can take one last look at the river.
ITINERARIES MAY BE SUBJECT TO CHANGE DUE TO LOCAL CONDITIONS OR THE
DISCRETION Of water flow and weather. During the occasional times that we
receive extended or heavy rains, this road can become impassable to most
4WD and 2WD vehicles.
SEASONAL CONSIDERATIONS >>>
FOOD
There is nothing better then home-cooked food, prepared fresh for you in the
outdoors each day, you will not be disappointed. We serve delicious, energy
packed meals with lots of variety to satisfy all tastes. Breakfasts include juice
and hot beverages, fresh fruit, bagels, and cream cheese, hot and cold cereal
selections or pancakes. Lunches are buffet style with sandwich makings plus
high carbohydrate selections like hummus. For dinner, we always have plenty
of fresh fruit and vegetables to go along with hearty main dishes such as Pasta
Marinara, teriyaki seafood kabobs or chicken fajitas. Do not forget to save room
for dessert!
WATER
One gallon per person per day of drinking water is the recommended
minimum. The simplest and surest source of clean water is we bring your own.
Lightweight plastic containers work well. The disadvantage to this method is the
considerable bulk and weight added to your load. This becomes more
problematic for longer trips.
HUMAN WASTE DISPOSAL
All human solid waste must be carried out. Because of our concern for the
impact that we help contribute to by being both users and outfitters on our
favorite rivers we are providing portable toilets ("groovers") for all our multi-day
trips. They are convenient and easy to use. We will go over their set-up and use
with you when we get to camp.
CAMPFIRES
Dead and down wood provides habitat for many creatures and can add to
the scenic qualities of campsites. A firepan is required for all wood or charcoal
fires. This will replace the use of fire rings or pits. To prevent scorching of the
ground beneath the firepan, elevate it slightly by placing it on several small
rocks, taking care that it is well balanced and will not tip over while in use. All
your fires must be contained within the firepan and all remains packed out.
MORE IMPORTANT INFORMATION
PACKING LIST >>>
SUGGESTED READINGS >>>
GENERAL INFORMATION FOR A BETTER STAY IN MOAB >>>
RED RIVER CANOE COMPANY BUSINESS TALK >>>
TRAVELING BY RIVER >>>
Moab, UT. Meeting time 7am to 9am or the night before to get dry bags and
other gear. More of a meet and greet. We will load up to go to the river. Ruby
Ranch is a private, working ranch, first founded in 1884. Vehicle access to the
ranch is along 20 miles of dirt road, off of Interstate 70. During the occasional
times that we receive extended or heavy rains, this road can become
impassable to most 4WD and 2WD vehicles. There is a launch fee for use of their
land, which is $10.00 per boat and $2.00 per person. We will load your canoes
and can begin our descent down river. Trin-Alcove will be the site for our lunch
and a hike. Trin-Alcove is made of three lovely slot canyons that intersect at
the river.
MIDDLE DAY(S): We continue our travels down river. Some of the hikes to be
enjoyed along the way are up Hey Joe Canyon, Hell Roaring Canyon or to the
top of the Bow Knot Bend. We will visit the historic River Register and look at
inscriptions left by explorers and trappers dating as far back as 1836. Each
evening at camp, surrounded by the towering red cliffs, you will enjoy
delicious, homemade meals while sharing your day’s adventures with the rest
of the group.
LAST DAY: On our final day, you paddle to Mineral Bottom, below Dead Horse
Point State Park, where pick-up vehicles will be waiting. We go up the steep
switchbacks of Mineral Canyon where we can take one last look at the river.
ITINERARIES MAY BE SUBJECT TO CHANGE DUE TO LOCAL CONDITIONS OR THE
DISCRETION Of water flow and weather. During the occasional times that we
receive extended or heavy rains, this road can become impassable to most
4WD and 2WD vehicles.
SEASONAL CONSIDERATIONS >>>
FOOD
There is nothing better then home-cooked food, prepared fresh for you in the
outdoors each day, you will not be disappointed. We serve delicious, energy
packed meals with lots of variety to satisfy all tastes. Breakfasts include juice
and hot beverages, fresh fruit, bagels, and cream cheese, hot and cold cereal
selections or pancakes. Lunches are buffet style with sandwich makings plus
high carbohydrate selections like hummus. For dinner, we always have plenty
of fresh fruit and vegetables to go along with hearty main dishes such as Pasta
Marinara, teriyaki seafood kabobs or chicken fajitas. Do not forget to save room
for dessert!
WATER
One gallon per person per day of drinking water is the recommended
minimum. The simplest and surest source of clean water is we bring your own.
Lightweight plastic containers work well. The disadvantage to this method is the
considerable bulk and weight added to your load. This becomes more
problematic for longer trips.
HUMAN WASTE DISPOSAL
All human solid waste must be carried out. Because of our concern for the
impact that we help contribute to by being both users and outfitters on our
favorite rivers we are providing portable toilets ("groovers") for all our multi-day
trips. They are convenient and easy to use. We will go over their set-up and use
with you when we get to camp.
CAMPFIRES
Dead and down wood provides habitat for many creatures and can add to
the scenic qualities of campsites. A firepan is required for all wood or charcoal
fires. This will replace the use of fire rings or pits. To prevent scorching of the
ground beneath the firepan, elevate it slightly by placing it on several small
rocks, taking care that it is well balanced and will not tip over while in use. All
your fires must be contained within the firepan and all remains packed out.
MORE IMPORTANT INFORMATION
PACKING LIST >>>
SUGGESTED READINGS >>>
GENERAL INFORMATION FOR A BETTER STAY IN MOAB >>>
RED RIVER CANOE COMPANY BUSINESS TALK >>>
TRAVELING BY RIVER >>>
BACK >
FREQUENTLY ASKED
QUESTIONS
How much experience do I
need? Some previous
canoeing experience is
necessary to participate in this
adventure. As with most
outdoor activities, the better
shape you are in the more you
will get out of the experience.
You could travel 10-15 miles a
day on the river, which is a
leisurely pace for most groups.
The river does a good part of
the work for us but plan on
sitting in the boat for several
hours a day and some easy to
moderate upper body use.
Hikes are optional and range
from easy to somewhat
strenuous.
What should I pack? This is a
self-supported expedition and
everyone will carry their
personal gear and share in
carrying some of the group
equipment in their boat. All
our canoes are high
performance designs and
made of lightweight
construction so carrying
equipment is easy and does
not compromise the paddling
experience. Space in the
boats is limited and therefore
we ask that you use some
discretion in packing your
personal items for the trip. If
you have any questions about
what you should bring please
feel free to call our office for
suggestions.
What is the weather like? The
desert exhibits a full range of
weather patterns, sometimes
in the same day. During the
spring and fall seasons the
weather tends to be mild but
wide variations are possible.
Days average in the 70’s and
80’s with nighttime lows in the
40’s and 50’s. Summer day-
time temperatures average in
the 90’s while the nights cool
off to the pleasant 50-60
degree range. Average
rainfall in the area is 9 inches
per year, and most of that is
seen in the heavy but short
lived thunderstorms of the
summer. At Red River, each
trip is planned to coincide
with the optimal conditions
to provide the best
experience for each of you.
Besides weather, we try to
consider the length of the
day, water levels, spring
wildflowers or fall colors and
even whether the phase of
the moon is best for a moonlit
hike or watching the star-filled
sky.
What about gratuity? This is
the most common question
that nobody likes to ask. Your
guides will provide you with
the best possible service at all
times. Tipping is not expected
but gratefully appreciated if
you wish to express your
thanks for a trip well done.
FREQUENTLY ASKED
QUESTIONS
How much experience do I
need? Some previous
canoeing experience is
necessary to participate in this
adventure. As with most
outdoor activities, the better
shape you are in the more you
will get out of the experience.
You could travel 10-15 miles a
day on the river, which is a
leisurely pace for most groups.
The river does a good part of
the work for us but plan on
sitting in the boat for several
hours a day and some easy to
moderate upper body use.
Hikes are optional and range
from easy to somewhat
strenuous.
What should I pack? This is a
self-supported expedition and
everyone will carry their
personal gear and share in
carrying some of the group
equipment in their boat. All
our canoes are high
performance designs and
made of lightweight
construction so carrying
equipment is easy and does
not compromise the paddling
experience. Space in the
boats is limited and therefore
we ask that you use some
discretion in packing your
personal items for the trip. If
you have any questions about
what you should bring please
feel free to call our office for
suggestions.
What is the weather like? The
desert exhibits a full range of
weather patterns, sometimes
in the same day. During the
spring and fall seasons the
weather tends to be mild but
wide variations are possible.
Days average in the 70’s and
80’s with nighttime lows in the
40’s and 50’s. Summer day-
time temperatures average in
the 90’s while the nights cool
off to the pleasant 50-60
degree range. Average
rainfall in the area is 9 inches
per year, and most of that is
seen in the heavy but short
lived thunderstorms of the
summer. At Red River, each
trip is planned to coincide
with the optimal conditions
to provide the best
experience for each of you.
Besides weather, we try to
consider the length of the
day, water levels, spring
wildflowers or fall colors and
even whether the phase of
the moon is best for a moonlit
hike or watching the star-filled
sky.
What about gratuity? This is
the most common question
that nobody likes to ask. Your
guides will provide you with
the best possible service at all
times. Tipping is not expected
but gratefully appreciated if
you wish to express your
thanks for a trip well done.
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