river safety

Vail Rafting Safety

Shoshone Rapid Colorado River

Before going on any Timberline Tours Vail rafting trip, your guide will give an important safety talk and also provide safety instructions throughout the trip, but it’s also helpful to review a few key concepts in advance. Rafting safety is an essential component of any fun and memorable trip, and Timberline’s experienced whitewater rafting guides… Read more »

Whitewater Rafting Hazards and Safety

Vail Rafting

It’s important to know about common whitewater rafting hazards so that you can take precautions to avoid them whether you’re on a commercially guided Vail rafting trip or whether you’re rafting recreationally with friends. At Timberline Tours, the safety of our guests is top propriety, and our rafting guides have the experience, training, and local… Read more »

Water Rescue: How to Help a Swimmer Back into the Raft

Shoshone Rapid Vail Colorado

Whitewater rafting is one of the most exciting ways to experience the beauty of Colorado, and we want all of our guests to have a safe and enjoyable time. Before each Vail whitewater rafting trip, our guides meet with guests for a safety talk. Topics covered include rafting safety, in general, and specifics including paddling… Read more »

Whitewater Rafting Forward Paddle Stroke

Whitewater Rafting Colorado on the Eagle River

When going on a Colorado rafting trip near Vail with Timberline Tours, you’ll get the chance to try out the whitewater rafting forward paddle stroke. But don’t worry: Even if you’ve never paddled a raft before, Timberline’s expert guides will give you the key advice you need for a safe and fun adventure. Before you… Read more »

Whitewater Rafting Throw Rope Rescue Techniques

Rafting Dumptruck

If you’re going Vail rafting with Timberline Tours, then you’ll have the chance to choose the adventure level that best suits your group. Whether you’re looking to spend a relaxing afternoon on a float trip with family and friends or get out on a heart-pumping rafting trip through challenging rapids, Timberline Tours has plenty of… Read more »