Animas River Origins Learn about the Animas River is a staple of Durango, and its name ‘Río de Las Ánimas’ translates to ‘the River of Souls.’ This name was coined by Spanish colonizer Juan María Antonio Rivera during his 1765 expedition of Southwest Colorado. The Animas Canyon originated from a glacier, which, at the time, […]
Video Category: Lower Animas River
What To Wear On A Mountain Rafting Trip – Essential Rafting Attire
How To Dress For Desert Rafting Trips “What should I wear on my rafting trip?” It’s one of our most frequently asked questions for our single and multi-day rafting trips. In this video, we explain how you should dress for rafting trips on mountain rivers. The water in mountain rivers is typically fed by snowmelt […]
Durango Budget Activities – Top 5 Exciting Things To Do In Durango For Under $50
Looking to get the best bang for your buck on the next trip to Durango? In this video, we list out our top five suggestions of Durango budget activities that cost less than $50. Durango is an all-adventures all the time sort of town, so it can be hard to narrow down the best adventure […]
How To Use Inflatable Kayak, Paddle Board And Tube Rentals
Check out our Inflatable Kayak, Paddle Board and Tube Rentals page. Looking to paddle your own craft on your next trip to Durango? We’ve got you covered with our Inflatable Kayak, Paddle Board and Tube rentals! In this video our guide manager, Elena, discusses what’s included in each rental as well as how to set […]
Durango Weather Conditions – Plan Your Perfect Vacation ANY Time Of The Year – Adventure Vlog
Learn more about Durango Weather Conditions. Adventure Vlogger, Eli, breaks down the typical weather conditions in Durango throughout the seasons. Whether you’re interested in Durango for rafting, hiking, skiing, or some other adventurous activity, this breakdown will help you plan the best time to visit! More Durango Trip-Planning Resources: Best Times To Visit Durango Things […]
Lower Animas Boat Options Explained
Mild to Wild Durango Rafting Page: https://mild2wildrafting.com/colorado-rafting/durango-rafting.html Take control of your Lower Animas destiny with three exciting boating options: standard rafts, premium rafts, and inflatable kayaks! Here at Mild to Wild, we want to make your Durango rafting adventure as fun for you and your group as possible by providing these three Lower Animas […]
Why Choose An Inflatable Kayak – Lower Animas River
Inflatable Kayaks increase the level of adventure with you paddling your own kayak under the instruction of a trained guide. No experience is necessary. Adventure Level: Inflatable kayaks increase the adventure level with a higher swim potential and more contact with the water.