School rafting trips
I had a lot of fun. All the guides where a blast to be around. The overall rafting as a little cold because of the time of year, but I had a great time. The food was also very tasty.
Class Trip
Every year I bring our 8th-grade class to Durango and always schedule a rafting trip with Mild to Wild. Everything from scheduling, the raft guides, the bus rides, is all amazing! Our students always have a great time and that is a reflection of the Mild to Wild people. I’m already making plans for next year. Keep […]
Best company in town!
I’ve been on many tours with Mild to Wild. We continue to go back every year. Mild to Wild and the staff provide excellent customer service and truly try to find the best trip for you. The guides are knowledgeable and the memories I have from every trip will last a lifetime. Thank you Mild […]
Animas River: Ten Reasons Why We Love It
The Animas River is a beloved place among the Durango community for many reasons. Whether you are hiking a mountain and look down on it, chugging along next to it on the train, or rafting one of the sections, you will quickly come to understand why it’s a local favorite. Here, we list our reasons […]
Six Facts To Know Before Your Lower Animas River Rafting Trip
A Lower Animas River rafting adventure is a great way to get out and see Durango from a different perspective. Before you hit the river next, check out some of the cool facts we thought were worth sharing about our favorite river. The city of Durango is named after the Basque word “Urango,” meaning “water […]
Celebrating 20 Years With A Wave of New Adventures
Thrilled to be commencing our 20th year in business, we’re launching the New Year with a splash. We couldn’t be happier to be celebrating 20 years of Mild to Wild. And to welcome another season, we have invested in some excellent new events and trips this year. Join us as we get ready for an […]
Bring Your Kid to Work Day
About 3 weeks ago, I had the fortunate opportunity to bring my son, Willy Daryle, to work with me when I got called up to take some clients on a Lower Animas River Economy Trip.
Birds of the Lower Animas
The section of the Lower Animas River that runs through Durango offers a beautifully developed riparian habitat, where aquatic environments are protected from excessive sedimentation, polluted surface runoff, and erosion. This allows a plethora of species to thrive on, near, and around the banks of our small mountain town. On a quiet morning, you could […]
How To: Surf a Wave in a Raft
1) Position yourself in an eddy next to the feature. (If there are no eddies, you have to come in from upstream paddling up river so you can slow your boat in order to catch the wave.) 2) Paddle into the wave. Be careful to paddle into the wave with enough force to catch the […]