We’ll begin our adventure at Lee’s Ferry.  Not far downstream the rumble of Badger Rapid gets our hearts pumping.  Badger is the first of many fabulous Grand Canyon’s rapids.  The rush of challenging and successfully navigating exploding, intimidating rapids like Granite, Hance, Crystal and Lava offers a thrill like no other.  World class waves offer unparalleled opportunity for hours of sweet surfing and ear to ear grins.

On our fourteen day journey we’ll surrender repeatedly to the siren song of Grand Canyon’s many side canyons.  Each one has a unique character.  Among the multitude of attractions are North Canyon’s red rock amphitheatres, the chalky blue waters of the Little Colorado and Havasu, the inviting plunge pool of Elves Chasm and the twisting labyrinth of  Matkatamiba.  Hike up Thunder River to see it spout from a sheer rock face.  Climb out of the canyon for the first time in days as we trek towards the Throne Room and cool, petroglyph studded patios just above plunging Deer Creek Falls.

Desert wildlife go about accompanied by the liquid trill of the Canyon Wren.  From towering boulders Big Horn Sheep place wagers on which paddlers will run a good line through pounding Deubendorff Rapid.  Mule Deer graze quietly among the tamarisk as twilight sets the stage for erratic bat ballets. Evening camp visitors may include mischievous ringtail cats, spotted skunks, ravens and kangaroo rats.

Arizona Raft Adventures (AZRA) will provide motorized raft support for this trip.  Motor rigs are the perfect support vehicles for kayak trip. The ability to cover more river miles adds convenience and flexibility to our days on the water. Azra’s raft guides are highly-skilled and multi-talented. They’ll enthrall you with discourses on geology, Canyon flora and fauna, Major Powell’s expedition and more while navigating the river or cooking a gourmet meal. You couldn’t ask for more accomplished people.

Of course Current Adventures’ guides Dan Crandall & Lynn Myers are equally competent.  Lynn has been a professional Grand Canyon raft guide for 26 years. He’s also an accomplished kayaker with 38 years experience. See the results of another of Lynn’s passions at Lynn Myers Photography. Dan Crandall owns Current Adventures Kayak School, The River Store and The River Store Shuttle.  He’s two time National Surf Kayak Champion and a 2005 World Surf Kayak Champion. Lynn and Dan will help build camaraderie and memories that will last a lifetime.

As our trip comes to a close we’ll take out at Diamond Creek and reluctantly head back to Flagstaff and home. We’ve yet to meet the paddler who hasn’t wanted to go right back to Lee’s Ferry and start the journey all over again.

Dates for 2012: September 1-14, 2012 (14 days & 13 nights!) Kayak & raft options available
Cost: $3650
Prerequisites: Rafters- none,  Kayakers- Class III skills and a solid river roll

Cost: $79.00
Prerequisite: None
Follow up Progression: Sea Kayaking 2, Cosumnes EcoTour, or Loon Lake
2012 Dates:
February 4th, Saturday, 11am-3pm   Lo- tide –birds and wildlife!
February 25th, Saturday, 10am-2pm  HIgh Tide — wildlife and tidal creeks
March 3rd , Saturday, 10a-2p  Lo Tide— birds and wildlife
March 25th, Sunday, 10a-2p  High Tide wildlife and Tidal creek exploration

We know that there are a lot of boats out there and many places to buy them. It can be very confusing at first. We work hard to provide unbeatable customer service and to make sure that folks get the right start in kayaking. That extends from our paddling instruction programs to our intimate way of helping folks understand the choices of boats and paddles that are out there. Whether you are looking for Sea Kayaks, Fishing Kayaks (Sit on tops) or recreational boats for calm water kayaking, we’ve got you covered. We can help you determine which ones are the best for your intended use as well as the best “fit” for you physically and in terms of  your experience level, budget and other relevant factors. Owner Dan Crandall often meets personally and for several hours with interested folks to make sure all of their questions are answered and they are prepared to make the right choices. Dan has been educating new and continuing paddlers for over 20 years.

Bottom line,  we have a great selection of quality used touring kayaks, as well as fishing and recreational kayaks, with many of them only very lightly used this season. Some have only seen one or two demos on the water! Our boats are not rentals, they are only used for classes and demos and stored inside. We carry models from Wilderness Systems, Dagger, Perception, Wave Sport, Necky, Liquid Logic and Pyranha. If you want the best experience buying a used boat, contact us by phone at 530-333-9115 or by e-mail to Dan@Kayaking.com and we’ll get you set up right!

Check out the selection below, or call us for more recent additions to the list of available kayaks.

To find out more about these boats please email or call  Dan at (530)333-9115.

We do our best to keep this list updated however more boats may be available similar to the models and conditions listed.

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*(Offer does not apply to gift certificates for use on multi-day trips).

DISCOUNTED ROGUE RIVER INSTRUCTIONAL TRIPS
Kayaking the Rogue River is a treat for any paddler.  We’re raising our rates next year but want to offer you a final opportunity to get a trip at the old rate.  Sign up and pay before the end of the year to save!

2011 PRICING ON NEXT YEAR’S CLASSES THROUGH END OF YEAR
As a special holiday bonus we’re offering 2011 pricing on any class or trip through the end of the year.  Purchase your class or trip now and schedule it whenever you’re ready.  If you decide to change to a different class or trip you want to take we’re happy to make the change for you within the limits set by our payment policy, and for the value of the credit you have .  These are transferable and do not expire!Save now through December 31, 2011!

HAPPY HOLIDAYS FROM CURRENT ADVENTURES!