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Black Bear Safety in Southwest Colorado

While you’re here enjoying the beautiful outdoors that Durango and the San Juan National Forest has to offer, it is always best to be prepared for a black bear encounter. Whether you’re on a hike, at camp or even around town, it is important to know what to do when you come across a bear. […]

Southwest Colorado Family Vacation Itinerary

Planning a family vacation to Southwest Colorado this summer? Looking for a few educational activities to keep the kids’ wheels turning? Just because school’s out doesn’t mean learning has to stop. Colorado’s rich history is brimming with educational opportunities. Have a fantastic family vacation and learn about the region like never before with our Family […]

The Mild to Wild Rafting & Jeep Trail Tours Family

    At Mild to Wild Rafting and Jeep Trail Tours, we strive to ensure a wonderful customer service experience from the ground up, starting with our staff.  All of our guides are offered incentives for more in-depth training, ultimately providing our guests a safer and more enjoyable experience. Likewise, our trip consultants are offered […]

The Benefits of a Multi-Day Camping & Rafting Trip

Thinking about a multi-day camping and rafting trip but just not sure? Check out all the the unexpected benefits of a camping and rafting trip in the Southwest! ESCAPE Southwest Sunsets & Starry Nights Escape the city lights and see the stars. Find the Big Dipper and be amazed by the countless twinkles in the […]

Mesa Verde Tours: Top Five Things To Do

  Are you planning a visit to Southern Colorado’s famous Mesa Verde National Park this summer and looking for a few tips on what to do when you get to the park? Whether visiting on your own or on one of Mild to Wild’s Mesa Verde Tours, here’s some tips to get the most out […]

10 Fun Facts About Mild to Wild Rafting & Jeep Trail Tours!

Life is about choices and we know you have lots of choices for the provider of your outdoor adventure. So we wanted to share a little about us! We hope you enjoy and discover a few surprises about Mild to Wild Rafting!   1. We treat you to outdoor adventures in 3 great states   […]

5 Things to Do Outside in Durango

Planning a visit to Durango this summer? No matter what you put on your to-do list while visiting beautiful Southwest Colorado, make sure you make plenty of time for outdoor adventures.  From river rafting and stand-up paddle boarding to mountain biking and hiking, Durango is the perfect hub for your summer outdoor activities. Here are […]

Durango Whitewater Rafting: Explore the New Whitewater Park

  Rafting the Lower Animas River isn’t necessarily a quiet and serene wilderness escape or a high-speed whitewater adventure, but on the river you have the opportunity to see things around Durango a little differently than normal. For instance, look up at families waving from the open-air cars on the Durango & Silverton Narrow Gauge […]

Intermediate White Water Rafting Adventures

  Visiting Southwest Colorado this summer? Ready for a whitewater adventure? Whether you’re visiting Durango or the surrounding areas of Telluride, Ouray, Silverton or Pagosa Springs, white water rafting is one of the most exciting summer things to do in Durango!   Our intermediate river rafting options are the best choices for the rafter looking for a […]

Experience Piedra River Rafting

  Have you ever gone on a Piedra River rafting trip?  Have you even heard of this river? Tucked away in Southwest Colorado’s largest and most pristine forest preserve, the Piedra River is truly a river to experience. Whether you’re visiting via raft or on a hike, here are the things to know about the […]

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