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TripAdvisor Certificate of Excellence

Thanks for Making The Adventure Company a Member of TripAdvisor’s Hall of Fame!

September 13, 2019 / AdventureBlog

HUGE THANKS TO ALL OF OUR PREVIOUS CUSTOMERS! BECAUSE OF YOU, THE ADVENTURE COMPANY HAS BEEN ADMITTED TO TRIPADVISORS HALL OF FAME! We are thrilled to be a part of this group of businesses  recognized for their exemplary customer service and experiences – and we could not have done it without the support and appreciation […]

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June is Women’s Month at The Adventure Company!

June 8, 2019 / AdventureBlog

At The Adventure Company there are many causes that we are passionate about. In this month of June, we are celebrating women. In general, rafting is a male-dominated industry. We are proud that 35% of our staff is made up of women. These include River Guides, Adventure Coordinators, and Managers. During the month of June […]

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Browns Canyon National Monument – An American Treasure

May 24, 2019 / AdventureBlog

Colorado’s wilderness and spectacular scenery is world renowned. Our sprawling forests, rugged Rocky Mountains and beautiful rivers encompass all corners of the state. We are particularly blessed at The Adventure Company to have our main office located right on the bank of the Arkansas River just a few minutes from Browns Canyon National Monument. Browns […]

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“The Rafting Outlook for Summer 2019” – Ark Valley Voice Interviews Mark Hammer and Other Rafting Professionals

May 14, 2019 / AdventureBlog

The Adventure Company’s owner, Mark Hammer, was interviewed by Henry John DeKam at The Ark Valley Voice last week about the 2019 rafting season’s predicted water flows. A topic we discussed in detail in three previous blog posts last month. Last summer, a near season-long drought wreaked havoc on the rafting industry in and around […]

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May 2019 River Flow Update for Colorado Whitewater Rafting

May 13, 2019 / AdventureBlog

Colorado’s wild fluctuations in snowfall and weather drastically impact the eventual snowmelt and runoff. Therefore, an accurate prediction is often difficult, until now. The total snow depth and its Snow Water Equivalent (SWE) are outstanding and well above average. Rivers across the state currently tend to be anywhere from 20% to 50% above average. Located […]

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April snow brings May flow for Colorado Whitewater Rafting

April 18, 2019 / AdventureBlog

We have seen an amazing amount of snow this winter! Its impact is going to be recognizable for the entire rafting season. Expect big splashes, fast water and incredible memories through to September, but we are watching April very carefully.  Most people are surprised at how important the month of April is to Colorado whitewater […]

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How River Water Levels Affect Colorado Whitewater Rafting

April 18, 2019 / AdventureBlog

In Colorado, there is nothing very consistent about our rivers’ water levels. So, those interested in whitewater rafting have to adjust to a wide range of flows.  Rafting may feel different at a trickle compared to a flood, but this adds to the challenge and excitement. Since Colorado’s Rocky Mountains sit at such a high […]

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2019 Epic Snow in Colorado and its impact on Whitewater Rafting

April 15, 2019 / AdventureBlog

Each winter, Colorado whitewater rafters follow the snow depth data transmitted by sensitive gauges strategically placed at key locations high up in the Rocky Mountains. With each snowfall, rafting enthusiasts like to compare the current snow depth, and the moisture contained within it known as “Snow Water Equivalent” (SWE), against previous seasons. This helps us […]

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Arkansas River: Gold Medal Trout Water

January 18, 2018 / AdventureBlog

Since 2013 the water flowing through beautiful Browns Canyon National Monument has been listed by the The Colorado Parks and Wildlife Commission as Gold Medal Trout Waters. It took more than twenty years to reach that status and in that time the Arkansas River has undergone a big transformation.  Metal pollution from nearby mining areas impacted the […]

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2017 Whitewater Adventure Highlights

October 3, 2017 / AdventureBlog

. Time flies when you’re busy making memories on Colorado’s beautiful rivers. We find ourselves at the bittersweet end of a busy summer season with exceptional whitewater. As we enjoy some slower days at our adventure base camp, we picked out some of our favorite photos of the 2017 rafting season. We hope you enjoy […]

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Boston and his journey to the “River Life”

August 20, 2017 / AdventureBlog

Moved out here after college to find some good snowboarding and found it hard to leave such an amazing area.

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Top 5 Things to Do in Breckenridge, Colorado in August

August 4, 2017 / AdventureBlog

There are so many wonderful summer activities to take advantage of around Breckenridge in the month of August. From river rafting to hiking and biking, there are great activities for both kids and adults, so you can include the whole family. We want to share our top 5 with you before summer is over!  

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Tim – 25 year raft guide & one of the coolest river dudes around

August 1, 2017 / AdventureBlog

As top-quality whitewater rafting outfitter we feel that our raft guides are our biggest asset! All of our rafting guides have at least 4 years of professional guiding experience to help ensure a fun and safe adventure. Tim (- 25 year river guide) allowed us a sneak peak into his exciting river lifestyle!   Where […]

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Breckenridge Adventure Package – Escape the Room & Rafting!

July 11, 2017 / AdventureBlog

We are stoked to announce that we have another top quality Breckenridge activity provider in the boat! Our friends at Mountain Time Escape Rooms care as much about premium experiences as we do. They also know how to ensure excitement & fun! This is why we created a package for all adventurers, weekend warriors, players […]

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Colorado Summer Adventuring

July 7, 2017 / AdventureBlog

Marketing assistant & video content creator  Cole shares his journey and how he found his way to The Adventure Company!

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Colorado’s best Rafting Adventures

June 1, 2017 / AdventureBlog

Here at The Adventure Company we are gearing up for an awesome whitewater rafting season! As of today, our snowpack is 110% of average, which we now know will result in some great water flows once this snow starts to melt! All across the West, and in California outfitters are anticipating good, sustainable flows throughout […]

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Come raft with us on Colorado Public Lands Day!

May 11, 2017 / rivers

. Did you know that Colorado was the first state in the nation to establish its own Public Lands Day? Colorado’s Public Lands Day is a holiday dedicated to people getting outside and enjoying the numerous, unique, and beautiful public lands our state has to offer, while keeping in mind the need for their protection and […]

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Win an Overnight Rafting Adventure for two!

May 1, 2017 / AdventureBlog

Sitting around a warm campfire sipping on a beverage laughing and storytelling with friends. Falling asleep to the soothing sound of the river. Waking up to sunshine, fresh coffee and a hot and hearty breakfast before pushing off for a fun day of whitewater rafting in Browns Canyon National Monument and Colorado’s amazing scenery. Overnight […]

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Wild Adventure Days – Colorado Whitewater Special

March 10, 2017 / rivers

Special: Book now and save 20% on Browns Canyon National Monument and The Numbers Rafting Trips! . Our favorite time of the year is when Colorado’s snow pack begins to melt and the rivers start to rise. It’s Spring in the Rocky Mountains and we like to call it: The Adventure Company’s Wild Adventure Days!

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Raft Guide Bekah – “Out there on the water gender doesn’t matter!”

March 8, 2017 / rivers

In case you missed it, our raft guides are pretty awesome! With a minimum of 4 years of professional guiding experience and tons of passion for the rivers of this beautiful world, they are already fun people to profile. However, our guide Bekah is not only skilled with her paddle but also with words. We […]

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Things to do in Colorado in Winter if you’re not a downhill skier

February 9, 2017 / AdventureBlog

. While it’s easy to find a wide variety of things to do during Colorado’s summer season, it seems slightly harder to come up with adventure ideas on winter days if you’re not a ski or snowboard enthusiast. However, our team of adventure experts created a fun list of Colorado winter activities for all ages […]

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20% Discount on all overnight rafting trips!

January 19, 2017 / rivers

. Relax. Unplug. Experience the Colorado outdoors as you never have before! Multi day raft trips are an incredible way to take full advantage of the river, canyons and spectacular mountain views that our beautiful state has to offer. With full days of rafting and your choice of either sleeping under the stars or on […]

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What is an overnight rafting trip like?

January 19, 2017 / rivers

. Sitting around a warm campfire sipping on a beverage laughing and storytelling with friends. Falling asleep to the soothing sound of the river. Waking up to sunshine, fresh coffee and a hot and hearty breakfast before pushing off for a fun day of whitewater and amazing scenery. This is just a taste of what […]

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Come and join us at Ullr Fest 2017 in Breckenridge Colorado

January 7, 2017 / rivers

Come join TAC at the Float Parade at Ullr Fest! .

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Holiday Adventure Gift Card Special

November 30, 2016 / AdventureBlog

. We believe fun times are the best sort of gifts, this is why we offer a holiday adventure gift card special! Buy a beautifully designed gift card for your loved ones, receive it per mail and save $1 for every $5 dollars you spend! . Give the Gift of Adventure Already have a specific […]

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The Continental Divide in Colorado

November 30, 2016 / AdventureBlog

. When traveling through Colorado you cannot avoid hearing about the beauty of the Continental Divide. Continental Divide points of interests are great spots to stop and take pictures while soaking in the scenery on a Rocky Mountain road trip. When checking with locals and visitors, we discovered a lot of confusion regarding what the […]

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Thanksgiving at The Adventure Company

November 21, 2016 / AdventureBlog

Thanksgiving is the time of the year when you think about what you’re thankful for. At The Adventure Company we do what we love and love what we do. Helping to make people’s life an adventure and showing our guests the world of whitewater rafting is one of the most fulfilling occupations we can think […]

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9 Tips For Choosing The Perfect Overnight Raft Trip In Colorado

November 19, 2016 / rivers

. Today, with the overwhelming popularity of whitewater rafting in Colorado, most people are aware of its tremendous appeal.  Being surrounded by the natural beauty of the Colorado Rockies, the thrill and excitement of running whitewater, and the chance to share such experiences with friends and family are cherished by many.  However, while most people […]

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Thanks for an awesome rafting season!

September 8, 2016 / AdventureBlog

. We want to thank our loyal customers, our adventure partners and all our wonderful employees for another great rafting season. Feel free to reach out to us at any time as our office and A Riverhouse Lodge remain open all year. We’re happy to help you plan 2017 raft trips for families and friends, […]

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2016 Colorado Rafting Gallery

September 8, 2016 / AdventureBlog

. What a summer! – TAC’s River Rafting Gallery A small selection of great moments and big smiles of this past rafting season. Hope you enjoy scrolling through our 2016 gallery of serious fun.

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Browns Canyon National Monument Raft & Soak Package

August 18, 2016 / AdventureBlog

. . Summer is almost over and you should get your dose of serious fun! We hear you, this is why we created an exclusive unbeatable special for you.

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Mother Shares Her Thoughts on TAC’s Emphasis on Safety

Mother Shares Her Thoughts on TAC’s Emphasis on Safety

August 12, 2016 / AdventureBlog

  “Safety doesn’t happen by accident!” . Everyday we work hard to help ensure safety and fun on the river. Our emphasis on safety doesn’t stop at our detailed safety talks and up to date equipment. We also exclusively hire guides who have at least 4 years of professional guiding experience. We go through these […]

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Summer Adventures In and Around Breckenridge

July 29, 2016 / AdventureBlog

. 6 Ways To Achieve The Full Rocky Mountain Experience . . You know you want to spend your summer vacation in the Colorado Mountains, and there are all these pictures in your head about what a real Wild West experience should include. However, it’s hard to come up with a complete bucket list. This […]

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Breckenridge Activity Package

July 15, 2016 / AdventureBlog

. . Every Colorado vacation should include two major ingredients: Time spent enjoying our beautiful mountain scenery & enough outdoor action to feel the Colorado thrill. Mountain biking and whitewater rafting are amazing choices if you want to make the most of your trip to Colorado. .It is an even better choice if you choose two top-quality outfitters […]

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Full Moon Rafting Trip

July 14, 2016 / AdventureBlog

. . It is time to experience Browns Canyon under the moonlight! Full Moon Rafting is a special adventure that not many people have the opportunity to experience. The trip meets at 7:00pm in Buena Vista at our TAC Riverside location. First, you’ll enjoy our Ultimate Fajita Buffet Dinner as the sun sets over the […]

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Adam – Chasing Rapids and Criminals

July 12, 2016 / AdventureBlog

. Our raft guides have many years of professional guiding experience. Experience on the river helps ensure safety, however it also makes for interesting river stories. Adam is in his 19th season of professional guiding. Besides that, he is also a deputy policeman. He sat down with us to help satisfy our curiosity about his […]

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Nick- Raft Guide, Explorer, Adventurer

June 26, 2016 / AdventureBlog

.. . As top-quality whitewater rafting outfitter we feel that our raft guides are our biggest asset! All of our guides have at least 4 years of professional guiding experience to help ensure a fun and safe adventure. Many of our guides however, have much more than 4 years of river rafting experience under their […]

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ZIPLINING AT TOP OF THE ROCKIES

June 21, 2016 / AdventureBlog

. Our TAC Staff went ziplining and Mallory, the Innkeeper of our Riverhouse Lodge, tells you all about this great family activity in today’s blog post. . . Summer is here and Buena Vista, and the whole Arkansas River Valley, is starting to buzz with excitement. All of our seasonal summer staff are now settled […]

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TAC EARNS TRIPADVISOR CERTIFICATE OF EXCELLENCE 3rd year in a row

June 7, 2016 / AdventureBlog

Buena Vista,June 6th, 2016 . . Colorado whitewater rafting outfitter, THE ADVENTURE COMPANY, announced today that it has received a TripAdvisor® Certificate of Excellence for the 3rd consecutive year in a row. Certificate of Excellence recipients include accommodations, eateries and attractions located all over the world that have consistently delivered a quality customer experience. . […]

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May’s Inspirational Thoughts

June 6, 2016 / AdventureBlog

. We love to share our passion with you! This is why we decided to try to inspire or simply make you smile every Friday on Facebook this summer. . These were our inspirational thoughts in the month of May: Like it, love it and share with your friends, let this be our summer of inspirations! . […]

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Arkansas River Water Quality & Gold Medal Fishing

May 30, 2016 / AdventureBlog

. This is the inspirational story of a losing battle, where the underdog  fights back to win.  In sports, nothing is more inspirational than such stories.  Just like the 1980 “Miracle On Ice” triumph where the U.S. Olympic hockey team defeated the heavily favored Russian team, such stories give us hope and the idea that […]

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Clauson Challenge – MEMORIAL RAFT RACE

May 25, 2016 / AdventureBlog

. Clauson Challenge, “Smile On Your Face”    . May 29th, 5:30pm-8:30pm: Buena Vista River Park Footbridge . WHAT TO BRING Rafts and shuttle are provided. Bring your life jacket, helmet and paddle if you have it, but there will be extras. . HEATS & SCORING  You can show up as a team or individual racer. The […]

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3 HELPFUL HINTS TO FIND A TRUSTED RIVER RAFTING OUTFITTER

May 19, 2016 / AdventureBlog

. Are you getting excited for a great whitewater rafting season? We know the feeling, it’s almost like you can’t wait for your first outdoor adventure after a long winter. While planning, we think everybody should pay attention to these three major details about the river rafting company you intend to book your trip with. […]

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TAC starts River Rafting Season stylish

May 5, 2016 / AdventureBlog

. While we are waiting for this good looking snowpack to melt, we are keeping busy. As you probably know, everything is top-notch around here, so we’re also making sure that our gift shop is outstanding. We are stocked about our new T-shirt and tank top designs. Gorgeous  Lauren  Turner  from  Mountainwater Apparel designed most these awesome shirts […]

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April’s inspirational thoughts

April 29, 2016 / AdventureBlog

. Our heart beats for good times in nature, the smell of fresh air & freedom, our family and our dear friends. We love to share our passion with you! This is why we decided to try to inspire or simply make you smile every Friday on Facebook this summer. . These were our inspirational thoughts in […]

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Why book Super Browns

April 26, 2016 / AdventureBlog

You loved your last trip in Browns Canyon, what could possibly be better? Well we know there is not much ;-), but you should certainly try our SUPER BROWNS day trip! Guests who take advantage of our Super Browns trip will enjoy extra mileage and rapids in the Canyon. This superior full day trip lets […]

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10 Reasons to get out and Paddle

April 22, 2016 / AdventureBlog

1) Whether it is in a canoe, kayak or raft, paddling creates a great form of exercise between upper body strengthening and aerobic exercise. 2) It is an activity that is family friendly and almost any age can participate in. 3) It is a great sport to do with friends that builds camaraderie and memories.  There are always great […]

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Multi Day Raft Trip: Experience of a Lifetime

April 22, 2016 / AdventureBlog

Sitting around a warm campfire sipping on a beverage laughing and storytelling with friends. Falling asleep to the soothing flow of the river. Waking up to sunshine, fresh coffee and a hot and hearty breakfast before pushing off for a fun day of whitewater and amazing scenery. This is just a taste of what guests […]

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Expert Offers Safety Tips for High Water Season

July 1, 2015 / AdventureBlog

Mark Hammer, owner of Colorado white water rafting company The Adventure Company and 28-year veteran rafting guide today released guidelines for safe rafting in high water. “We’re one of the few Colorado whitewater rafting companies offering Class V expert rafting trips,” said Hammer, “so it’s imperative we remain in the lead on safety.” Each summer, as winter’s […]

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The exclusive search of true happiness

April 11, 2015 / AdventureBlog

In today’s busy world of fast-paced technology and the challenge of balancing the stresses of life, sometimes we find ourselves on a path that may limit our ability to be happy.  However, some people seem to be able to maintain their own happiness despite these challenges.  What’s the secret? For many people, proper exercise and […]

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Mushroom Hunting

August 22, 2014 / AdventureBlog

There are many things to find or hunt for among Colorado’s immense landscape; antlers, gold, wildflowers, waterfalls, wildlife tracks, edible plants, and mushrooms! It can be a fun activity to hunt for them and Colorado is a great place to find them. In fact, after the pacific northwest, Colorado has the 2nd highest concentration of […]

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Fall River Rafting

August 19, 2014 / AdventureBlog

As the beauty of fall blankets the Arkansas Valley, many of our guides are returning from their pursuit of whitewater on the Gauley River in West Virginia. Our experienced guides join other passionate paddlers from all over the country to play and work during “Gauley season.” Unlike the Arkansas River, which is fed by snow melt, the Gauley is […]

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TAC receives Certificate of Excellence award

July 5, 2014 / AdventureBlog

Buena Vista, CO (PRWEB) June 10, 2014 Colorado whitewater rafting company The Adventure Company today announced it has received a TripAdvisor® Certificate of Excellence award. The accolade is given only to establishments that consistently achieve outstanding traveler reviews on TripAdvisor, and is extended to qualifying businesses worldwide. Establishments awarded the Certificate of Excellence are located all over the world and […]

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Fishing Season has arrived!

May 1, 2014 / AdventureBlog

Summer is approaching Colorado! This means that the snow is melting, wildlife is on the move, trees are budding, and the river is rising. Most importantly for the trout, bugs are hatching. The trout have survived the winter living on midges. With spring, the bounty and diversity of options increase for the fish, and also for […]

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The Incredible Colorado Crane Migration

April 15, 2014 / AdventureBlog

Every spring, the sandhill crane visits the San Luis Valley as they migrate from the south to the north. They stop to refuel on fields of barley in Monte Vista, CO.  The Wildlife Refuge in Monte Vista is a fantastic spot to view and listen to the thousands of majestic cranes.  An abundance of other wildlife can be spotted here […]

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Jim Shiew – Runs his longtime dream true

April 1, 2014 / AdventureBlog

As Jim Shiew was nearing his 70th birthday, he decided it was time to make a longtime dream of his a reality. A lifelong runner and veteran of the Korean War, he wanted to do a long distance run to raise money for living veterans returning from war.  He struggled to find an organization to […]

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Giving Back

October 20, 2013 / AdventureBlog

The Adventure Company is proud to consistently donate to many charitable organizations and meaningful fundraisers.  For the last five years, TAC has made a significant annual donation to The Land Trust of the Upper Arkansas (LTUA). As a business that relies on water resources and access to public lands, we feel it is imperative to support the LTUA.  They work on projects that  […]

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Restoring Rivers

July 9, 2012 / AdventureBlog

A healthy river provides nourishment to the land, wildlife and people of the surrounding communities.  Rivers that are able to flow freely will thrive and allow other aspects of life to thrive as well. For example, property value, recreational activities and local businesses all benefit from a healthy, flowing river. Dams and other man-made structures interrupt […]

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Happiness is getting dirty

August 1, 2011 / AdventureBlog

For hundreds of years, natural remedies have been discovered to cure a wide variety of ailments.  Most of us have probably considered dirt to be more of a nuisance than a natural rememdy but scientists have reason to believe that dirt can be very powerful. A bacteria known as “Mycobacterium vaccae” that is found in […]

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