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High Water Zoom Flume-- Browns Canyon
Pine Creek Rapid--Left Scout
Guide "R1ing" Local Waterfall

Want to be a raft guide? Hiring both experienced and NEW guides – we will train you!

Wilderness Aware Rafting

Currently recruiting for the season from May 17th, 2026 to September 7th, 2026.

Wilderness Aware is the leading multi-day expedition style whitewater rafting company in the State of Colorado since 1976. Twice named Colorado's Company of the Year, we invest in our employees to deliver an outstanding customer experience. WA holds permits on the Arkansas, Gunnison, North Platte, Colorado and Dolores Rivers and the Salt River in Arizona. Make life-long friends and memories!

Buena Vista, Colorado

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