Arkansas River Outfitters Report Steady Flow of Customers, Despite Low Flows on the River

Colorado whitewater rafting season kicks off with high hopes despite ongoing drought

Whitewater rafting season is underway across Colorado, and outfitters say drought conditions won't stop a strong season on the water.The Colorado River Outfitters Association expects half a million people to ride the rapids this season.Denver7's Adria Iraheta reports on how outfitters are tackling the challenges amid the state's ongoing drought this year in the video player below: Colorado whitewater rafting season kicks off with high hopes desp…

Arkansas River outfitters report steady flow of customers, despite low flows on the river

Colorado rafting and angling guides are reporting a steady flow of customers, despite low stream flows, as the summer recreation season kicks off on the Arkansas River — one of the most popular whitewater destinations in the state. The Arkansas River Outfitters Association, a trade group representing guiding companies, said in a news release that outfitters are open, staffed and planning to operate through the entire summer season. “While flows …