COVID-19
Actions Mild to Wild is Taking in Response to COVID-19
Looking Ahead to the Adventures in 2022
Mild to Wild Rafting & Jeep Tours would like to thank our loyal customers, first-time guests, and incredible staff that all helped us through the past 2 years! We couldn’t have been happier with our ability to continue sharing the relaxing and rejuvenating power of the outdoors during the pandemic. We are also thankful to the local health departments and CDC for helping us create new precautions, procedures, and extra sanitation measures that have allowed us to “stay afloat” during the COVID-19 pandemic.
For 2022, we are taking the virus just as seriously and are providing our guests with the same level of precautions as directed by the CDC and our local health departments. We are optimistic in our ability to provide opportunities for our guests to gain a deeper connection with nature, adventure, family, and new friends.
Mask Guidlines
The most up-to-date information for state and CDC guidelines for wearing masks while on our trips.
MOAB, UT
We encourage guests to where masks for situations when social distancing is not possible, such as on our shuttles and in our office.
DURANGO, CO
We encourage guests to where masks for situations when social distancing is not possible, such as on our shuttles and in our office.
National Parks
Please wear masks in our vehicles while touring Mesa Verde National Park.
For New Bookings
Due to the uncertainty at this time and economic hardships, we have adjusted our deposit and cancellation policies to encourage you to plan for a rejuvenating trip in nature, but still provide you the assurance of canceling the trip if not feeling comfortable when the time nears. See our revised cancellation policies to assure you confidence in planning for some fun in nature with adventure!
We are also pleased to only require 10% deposits to secure your reservation. For those wanting to get out into nature in a private setting, we are now able to offer private trip options on nearly all of our rivers.
Mild to Wild’s Protocols per CDC Guidelines & Flexible Payment, Cancellation and Change Policies:
We will always maintain the CDC’s recommended precautions to stop the spread of COVID-19 as published at the time of your trip. We are closely monitoring COVID-19 and are taking actions based on guidance from public health experts. We are committed to providing the most up to date and accurate information to our guests and staff with their health and safety as a primary concern. These are the actions, changes and extra precautions we have taken in order to help our guests and staff during this period.
You will find detailed information for each of these bullet points outlined below.
Enhanced Pre-Trip Screening for both Mild to Wild Employees and Guests:
At Mild to Wild’s discretion we may decline service to a guest or remove staff members from work if they meet any of the following criteria:
- Has tested positive for COVID in the last 10 days.
- Has had close contact with anyone who has tested positive for COVID in the last 10 days.
- Has shown any of the following symptoms in the last 10 days:
- Fever or chills with a temperature of 38° C / 100.4° F
- Difficulty breathing
- New or worsening cough
- Sore throat
- New or recent loss of taste or smell
- Nausea
- Vomiting or diarrhea
These measures do require guests and staff members to self identify. As with any family, total honesty will drive the greater good for guests and staff in the Mild to Wild family. By reserving this trip you agree to self-report if you meet the above COVID-19 criteria 48 hours prior to trip departure.
It is recommended that people at higher risk for severe illness from COVID-19 should not go on backcountry trips. High-risk individuals include, but are not limited to people with the following conditions:
- Over 65 years of age
- Chronic lung disease or moderate to severe asthma
- Severely obese
- Diabetes, chronic kidney disease, or undergoing dialysis
- Liver disease
- Other immunocompromised individuals (HIV, undergoing cancer treatment, or other underlying medical conditions)
We will always maintain the CDC’s recommended precautions to stop the spread of COVID-19 as published at the time of your trip.
Facility & Vehicle Sanitation:
In addition to our well-established maintenance and cleaning schedule, we have increased the frequency of cleaning service for our vehicles, office locations, bathrooms, and shared pre and post-trip facilities.
- Vehicles are cleaned and sanitized after every use.
- Increased frequency of cleaning our office and restrooms.
- All pre-trip registrations and waivers can be completed online if you wish to completely avoid going into a building.
- Anti-bacterial wipes, hand sanitizer, and handwashing stations are available at trip check-in locations and lunch and camp.
- High touch surfaces will be sanitized several times daily in office and vehicles
We will always maintain the CDC’s recommended precautions to stop the spread of COVID-19 as published at the time of your trip.
During Trip Sanitation Measures:
Whether you are taking a half-day trip or 6-day wilderness adventure, Mild to Wild staff has always adhered to public health and food handling best practices. In response to COVID-19, we are taking additional measures for the safety of our guests and guides.
- Hand washing stations in-camp and at lunch stops
- Small group sizes (25 max on multi-day trips)
- Disinfection of communal surfaces & items
- Rental equipment laundered/disinfected before each use
- Food handlers training for guides
- If a guide or guest develops flu-like symptoms during a Mild to Wild trip, we will socially distance the individual from the rest of the group and any community items, disinfect any suspected items or areas of contamination, and consult local agencies about the possibility of an evacuation.
We will always maintain the CDC’s recommended precautions to stop the spread of COVID-19 as published at the time of your trip.
Private Trips
For those that want to get out in nature on a private trip, we are offering new trip offerings on many of our rivers for a private trip. This included just your party, a private shuttle and private trip check-in.
Our Guiding Health Resources
The Mild to Wild Management team is in close contact with local and national experts. We are basing our decisions and reactions based on information provided by:
- Centers For Disease Control and Prevention (CDC)
- World Health Organization (WHO)
- U.S. Department of State Travel Advisories
We will always maintain the CDC’s recommended precautions to stop the spread of COVID-19 as published at the time of your trip.
These policies may change as conditions change. Mild to Wild will honor the policies in place at the time of your reservation, trip change, or cancellation.