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Backcountry Ski and Snowboard Clinics

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Backcountry ski and snowboard instruction in the Wasatch Mountains

The Wasatch has been drawing skiers and snowboarders of all abilities for decades. Whether you are new to the backcountry or a budding ski or splitboard mountaineer, we’ve got a backcountry skiing course or private instruction for you. We offer everything from intro to backcountry skiing courses to advanced mountaineering courses.

Our backcountry ski lessons and clinics are designed by, IFMGA-certified guide, John Lemnots and will shorten the learning curve for skiers and snowboarders with every level of experience and ability.

We offer Backcountry ski and snowboard courses in the Wasatch Mountains that will take you to the next level in your mountain travel. From lift-accessed backcountry touring, to skiing and riding selections from the “Chuting Gallery,” we will give you the skills to enjoy all that the Wasatch, and beyond, has to offer.

Our guides have more experience in this terrain than just about anyone. Red River Adventures knows where the best Utah snow is and will ensure that you experience the best Backcountry Skiing, Splitboarding and Snowboarding the Wasatch Mountains have to offer.

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Beginner Splitboard Camp

This camp is designed for any snowboarder that is interested in getting into the backcountry. We know that getting started can be intimidating. Choosing the gear, planning an outing, traveling, and shredding safely in avalanche terrain are all complicated. We start with an all-splitboard crew and work from the ground up to create a solid base to use for touring in the backcountry.

This camp was envisioned by John Lemnotis AMGA Splitboard guide and IFMGA mountain guide. It is built by splitboarders for splitboarders!

Includes an AIARE companion rescue certification!


Sample Itinerary

Day 1: splitboard setup, packing, group dynamics, and avalanche rescue

Day 2: Instructor led full day tour starting with planning and practicing route finding with safe backcountry travel to rip some turns!

Topics Covered – We’ll cover everything to get you started splitboarding in the backcountry.
-AIARE companion rescue certificate!!
-board setup and considerations
-packing your avalanche day pack
-avalanche rescue & dealing with an emergency
-intro to avalanche terrain/safety
-transitions
-skinning techniques
-terrain selection
-tour planning
-track setting/route finding
-group dynamics
-managing those flats!

Includes
-Splitboards from Chimera and Pallas snowboards with skins
-Spark R&D bindings
-backcountry pack
-beacon, probe, shovel

Difficulty
Easy to moderate. Participants can expect to skin up to 3000 vertical feet.

Venues
Big & Little Cottonwood Canyons (conditions dependent)

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Splitboarding in the Wasatch
Splitboarding the Wasatch
  • Difficulty – Easy-Moderate  | Vert. varies
  • Days -2
  • Minimum age – 10
  • Venues – Big & Little Cottonwood Canyons
  • Meets – 8:00 AM
  • Includes Splitboard package, pack, beacon, shovel and probe!
  • 1 Person $575

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Advanced Splitboard ONLY Camp

The Wasatch has been a proving ground for budding ski and splitboard mountaineers for decades. Our mountains are full of worthy objectives guarded by steep and technical terrain. These same mountains have also been great training for the bigger ranges for those with wider aspirations.

This course is for experienced backcountry riders who want to ride steep and technical terrain that might involve rope work, rappelling, or glacial travel. Our goal will be to use the tools and techniques taught in the course to summit and ski, bigger, technical objectives

This camp was envisioned by John Lemnotis AMGA Splitboard guide and IFMGA mountain guide. It is built by splitboarders for splitboarders!

Sample Itinerary
Day 1: Full day in the backcountry learning anchors, crampon technique, ice axe use, rappelling, belaying

Day 2: Instructor supervised day applying day 1 skills

Day 3: Objective-based day, conditions dependent

Topics Covered
-Ice axe use

-Boot and Ski crampons

-boot packing

-anchors

-belaying lead climbers

-belayed skiing/riding
-crevasse rescue

-rappelling

-steep skiing and riding techniques

-avalanche hazard evaluation

-tour planning for large objectives

Includes
-Lead by IFMGA or AMGA certified splitboard guide

-Demo splitboards from Chimera or Pallas (optional)

-field notebook

Prerequisites
-Riders must be experienced backcountry users

-Ability to skin up to 4000 vertical feet/day

-Comfortable riding in variable terrain (think steep black diamonds in any condition)

-experience with companion rescue

Required gear
-Backcountry setup

-Avalanche gear and pack
-Harness

-Helmet
-rappel/belay device (ATC or similar)

Venues
* Big & Little Cottonwood Canyons (conditions dependent)

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Steeps
  • Difficulty – Easy-Moderate  | Vert. varies
  • Days – 3
  • Minimum age – 10
  • Venues – Big & Little Cottonwood Canyons
  • Meets – 8:00 AM
  • Includes Splitboard package, pack, beacon, shovel and probe!
  • 1 Person $950

Dates:
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Ski AND Splitboard Mountaineering Course

The Wasatch has been a proving ground for budding ski and splitboard mountaineers for decades. Our mountains are full of worthy objectives guarded by steep and technical terrain. These same mountains have also been great training for the bigger ranges for those with wider aspirations.

This course is for experienced backcountry skiers AND riders who want to ride steep and technical terrain that might involve rope work, rappelling, or glacial travel. Our goal will be to use the tools and techniques taught in the course to summit and ski, bigger, technical objectives

This camp was envisioned by John Lemnotis AMGA Splitboard/Ski guide and IFMGA mountain guide and owner, Carl Dec

Sample Itinerary
Day 1: Full day in the backcountry learning anchors, crampon technique, ice axe use, rappelling, belaying

Day 2: Instructor supervised day applying day 1 skills

Day 3: Objective-based day, conditions dependent

Topics Covered
-Ice axe use

-Boot and Ski crampons

-boot packing

-anchors

-belaying lead climbers

-belayed skiing/riding
-crevasse rescue

-rappelling

-steep skiing and riding techniques

-avalanche hazard evaluation

-tour planning for large objectives

Includes
-Lead by IFMGA or AMGA-certified splitboard guide

-Demo splitboards from Chimera or Pallas (optional)

-field notebook

Prerequisites
-Riders must be experienced backcountry users

-Ability to skin up to 4000 vertical feet/day

-Comfortable riding in variable terrain (think steep black diamonds in any condition)

-experience with companion rescue

Required gear
-Backcountry setup

-Avalanche gear and pack
-Harness

-Helmet
-rappel/belay device (ATC or similar)

Venues
* Big & Little Cottonwood Canyons (conditions dependent)

more details
shred
Steeps
  • Difficulty – Easy-Moderate  | Vert. varies
  • Days – 3
  • Minimum age – 10
  • Venues – Big & Little Cottonwood Canyons
  • Meets – 8:00 AM
  • Includes Splitboard package, pack, beacon, shovel and probe!
  • 1 Person $950

Dates:
3/19/2025

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Reviews

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Guided Backcountry Ski Tours FAQ

What is Backcountry Skiing?

Backcountry skiing is any type of skiing on unmarked, unpatrolled areas. In contrast to ski resorts that usually have people on marked trails that are groomed and filled with people, backcountry skiing takes place on all-natural terrain. This is a great opportunity for you to experience fresh powder, to see what the backcountry areas look like untouched by humans, and you could even see some wildlife!

How Fit Do I Need To Be for Skiing Tours?

You need to be in moderate shape to go backcountry skiing. The good news is that our trips vary widely in terms of difficulty. If you want to participate in our advanced backcountry ski adventure, you will definitely need to be in great shape for an advanced skiing experience. On the other hand, we also have trips for beginners!

Do We Learn About Avalanche Safety and Beacon Use?

Absolutely! We place safety at the top of our priority list. Backcountry skiing is going to expose you to the very best powder that these canyons have to offer. Avalanches are at the very top of our safety concerns and we will teach you how to deal with them safely, including avoiding avalanches. Before the tour starts, we are going to make sure that we do everything we can to keep you safe. We will assess the weather conditions, provide you with a lesson, and guide you throughout the backcountry in a safe, enjoyable manner.

I’m New To Backcountry Skiing – Is That Ok?

Absolutely! This is a great way to get introduced to backcountry skiing. If you are new to backcountry skiing, we will work with you to make sure that you have a great time!

Where to Backcountry Ski in Utah?

If you are looking for a place to ski in the backcountry of Utah, consider letting our guides take you on a ski tour of the Wasatch mountains. We provide a wide variety of trips that are designed for people of all skill levels. We provide introductory tours in the Cottonwood Canyons, intermediate tours in Days Fork, Silver Fork, Cardiac, and White Pine, and even advanced tours that focus on covering a wide variety of terrain. If you are looking for a backcountry ski tour, give us a call today!
We can’t wait to meet you and help you plan your next backcountry skiing adventure!

Online Reviews - 5 Stars

Why Choose RRA? - 20 years of doing it right! Since 2003, when rafting operations began, we have gone on to expand our operations into rock and ice climbing, canyoneering, guided ski touring, travel trips and outdoor education. We have hosted over 85,000 guests and spent over 110,000 days in the field! We are so proud that this has garnered 5-star rankings across all online review sites. Land or water our clients rave about the quality of our guides, the depth of their knowledge, their ability to teach and most importantly, how incredibly fun each is. We believe our past guest's comments make the decision easy!
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Your Safety is our number #1 concern

Since we started this journey in 2003 we have safely hosted 85,000+ kids and adults and spent over 100,000 days rafting, climbing, canyoneering and skiing in Utah and around the world. RRA guides are at a minimum state licensed, insured and hold first aid and CPR certifications. Many of our river guides hold additional certifications in swift water rescue and whitewater instruction. Many, though not all, of our rock, ski and canyoneering guides are AMGA certified for the terrain they guide.
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Quality Equipment

When running trips quality equipment is paramount. We are proud to be a 'Preferred Guide Partner" of Black Diamond. RRA replaces its equipment on a regular basis. This ensures all the gear required to keep you safe and having fun is in top-notch shape.
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Reputation

RRA has earned the reputation of a professionally ran, top quality guide service. We are a tight knit family run business. Once you adventure with RRA we guarantee you'll be back for more.
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Do I need a reservation

YES! To guarantee space on the trip of your choice, we recommend reservations, especially mid-summer and on holidays and weekends. In order to provide the type of trip the we have become known for we do limit the number of people on our trips and we do fill up. Make a reservation as soon as you have a good idea of when you want to ski or climb with us and you'll avoid disappointment. Feel free to call us about reservations at any time @ 1-877-259-4046 or email.
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About Age Limitations

Age limits are set for each of our trips to be within industry standards and in accordance with our insurance carrier. In some cases the published age is a guideline and people younger may participate. For trips with youth rate pricing we use the following guidelines. Youth Rate = 15 years and younger!
Adults = 16 years and up!
Some trips are priced on a per person basis regardless of age.
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Which Trip to Choose

We are thrilled to have the ability to offer such a wide variety or trips. We also realize that this can create confusion. We are a fantastic resource and look forward to helping you choose the trip that is perfect for you and your group. Please feel free to call or email with any questions you might have, we love to help. Often after a brief conversation with one of our staff the the answers become clear.
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What to Bring

Red River Adventures tries to make your trip with us as easy as possible! We will clearly outline what we will provide and let you know what you need to bring. Generally all necessary group equipment for you to take part in our trips is included. Please NOTE! Skis, ski boots, poles, ice climbing boots and personal clothing are NOT included in the cost of trips. Rentals are available and RRA will assist you in reserving any gear you might need. We will provide trip specific lists to assist you in bringing the right things.
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What Risks Are Involved

Red River Adventures has an unblemished safety record. We personally screen and train our employees vigorously each year. Our climbing, skiing and canyoneering guides are highly trained and many, though not all, are AMGA trained or certified for the terrian they guide. Our trips take place in rugged, remote "wilderness" settings. You should be in good general health to participate.
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Charter and Group Rates

Red River Adventures offers a group rate discount of 10% to groups of 10 or more. Additional rates reductions are available for school, club, church, or special-interest groups on some trips. We are happy to, when ever possible, customized trip lengths and itineraries. Please contact us for help in arranging your charter trip or for group rate information.
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What To Pack

Red River Adventures will provide:

  • Beacon
  • Probe
  • Shovel
  • Pack

For technical outings ice ax and crampons will also be provided.
Full AT setups are available to rent through our partnership with Black Diamond.
RRA will help coordinate rental in advance.

Ski Touring (recommended)

  • Shell – Jacket/pants (soft shell or gortex with little to no insulation)
  • Insulating layer – Down or synthetic puffy coat
  • Mid Layer – Synthetic or wool zip shirt
  • Base layers: Synthetic, wool or silk bottom, underwear and top
  • 2 pairs of gloves
  • Hat, beanie
  • Buff
  • Wool or synthetic ski socks
  • Helmet & Googles
  • Ball cap & Sunglasses
  • Bottle/thermos for hot tea
  • Sunscreen
  • Handwarmers/Toe warmers

General

We are always available to answer any questions you may have. A complete packing list will be emailed prior to your clinic.


Most of our adventures can be booked by clicking the Book Now! button for the trip you want.

For those trips that do not open a calendar, call 1-435-259-4046 or Email us!.

Reservations are HIGHLY recommended! Many dates sell out far in advance!
A refundable payment is due to guarantee your reservation.

We accept:

Accepted Credit Cards

Full Day & Half Day Trips

Payments
  • A deposit of 50% is due at the time of reservation.
  • 7 days prior: 100% of the trip total is due and will be charged to the card on file.
Cancellation
  • 8 days or more prior to departure: Full refund!
  • 7 days or less to departure: 100% of the trip total is nonrefundable and cannot be rescheduled.

Large Groups (14 or more)

Payments
  • A deposit of 50% is due at the time of reservation.
  • 14 days prior: 100% of the trip total is due and will be charged to the card on file.
Cancellation
  • 15 days or more prior to departure: Full refund.
  • 14 days or less to departure: 100% of the trip total is nonrefundable.

Clinics, Courses, and Exams

Payments
  • A deposit of 50% of the total is due at the time of reservation.
  • 30 days prior: 100% of the trip total is due and will be charged to the card on file.
Cancellation
  • 31 or more days prior to start: Full refund.
  • 30 days or less to departure: 100% of the trip total is nonrefundable.

International Trips

Payments
  • A deposit of 50% is due at the time of reservation.
  • 120 days prior: 100% of the trip total is due and will be charged to the card on file.
Cancellation
  • 120+ days prior to departure: 10% of the trip total is nonrefundable.
  • 119 - 60 days prior to departure: 50% of the trip total is nonrefundable.
  • 59 days or less to departure: 100% of the trip total is nonrefundable.

Trip Insurance

Insure Your Trip

We highly recommend using a credit card with trip protection or purchasing travel insurance. Popular credit cards with trip coverage include:

  • Chase Sapphire Preferred / Reserve
  • Capital One Venture X
  • Amex Platinum
  • BOA Premium Rewards

If your credit card doesn’t cover trip protection, consider these travel insurance providers:

  • Allianz
  • World Nomads
  • Travel Guard
  • Tin Leg

Travel insurance can cover your activity, course, clinic, or your entire trip — often at a reasonable cost. Regardless of your trip’s length or size, it’s smart to protect yourself from unforeseen changes.

⚠️ Note: Cancellations or changes for ANY reason are subject to our cancellation policy and will only be refunded as outlined. Please protect your investment by insuring your trip!


Weather Policy

Weather is part of the dynamic environment we operate in. Conditions may not always be ideal.

  • If RRA determines conditions are suitable: No refunds if you choose to cancel/discontinue.
  • If RRA deems conditions unsafe: We may shorten the route, change the venue, or cancel the remainder of your trip.

Refund Breakdown for RRA-Ended Trips

  • Less than halfway complete: 50% of the trip fee is charged.
  • Halfway or more complete: Full trip fee is charged.

General Policies

Red River Adventures (RRA) reserves the right to cancel any trip due to weather, insufficient bookings, or other circumstances beyond our control. We will make every effort to reschedule. If a reschedule isn’t possible, bookings canceled by RRA will receive a full refund.

Alcohol

Full and Half Day Raft Trips: Alcohol or drugs are not to be consumed before or during trips. No refund will be given to those drinking alcohol or using drugs prior to a scheduled trip.

Climbing/Canyoneering trips: Alcohol or drugs are not to be consumed before or during trips.

River Rafting Reviews and Red River Adventure Testimonials!

David Fox
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David Fox
May 16, 2025

Molly was an AWESOME guide! Took us down an afternoon float and was thoroughly entertaining. We highly recommend this outfitter. We will go back and do it again! Thanks for a great afternoon!

Jessica Stigliano
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Jessica Stigliano
May 13, 2025

Had a great time with my husband on the half day water rafting trip with red river adventure. Emily was our guide and she was fantastic. Loved her positive attitude and she was really funny. It was a great time. The views are just stunning.

Mike Gommel
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Mike Gommel
May 12, 2025

Jeff was one of the best guides if not the best guide we have ever had on a trip! It was my first climbing experience, we learned a ton and had such an awesome time! Incredible trip and a must do if in Moab if you’re looking for a fun and rewarding experience. Thank you Jeff and Red River!!

Jake Bankston
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Jake Bankston
May 12, 2025

Extremely experienced guides, if you want the most enjoyable weekend of your life go to crack camp with Mary Eden and Sam Foreman. Unforgettable memories

Elaine Smith
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Elaine Smith
May 11, 2025

Nathan was a great guide for canyoneering! Very patient and helpful to literally talk you off a cliff! Thrilling experience and would highly recommend. Be prepared for rock scrambling through the canyon to get to the repels.

Kevin Feeney
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Kevin Feeney
May 11, 2025

We had a great time with Molly. She even got my wife to "ride the bull". We really had a great time and highly recommend Red River Adventures.

Hunter Scanson
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Hunter Scanson
May 11, 2025

OMG sebi was sooooooo good he made sure we had fun and he had lots of local knowledge. I would definitely recommend him to any future groups!

Christine Wetzel
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Christine Wetzel
May 10, 2025

Nathan was an excellent guide. He was knowledgeable and kept us all safe. Would recommend this trip to anyone

Grace Wetzel
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Grace Wetzel
May 10, 2025

It was a great time! Nathan was our guide and we had a blast even though it was scary repelling at first! Highly recommend!

Andrew
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Andrew
May 9, 2025

Jeff was awesome. Extremely skilled, great company and informative. 10/10.

J Mountain
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J Mountain
May 6, 2025

Great group of people. Did the rock of ages canyoneering tour. Great tour with 3 excellent repels and good canyons. Only problem is that it was advertised as a full day tour 8-2 but we finished by noon. Another 2 hours longer with more distance and adventure would have been best.

William Koehler
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William Koehler
May 6, 2025

We had a fun time on the river our guide Molly made sure everyone was having a great time and offered lots of information about the Colorado River.

Judith Klayman
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Judith Klayman
May 6, 2025

I went on a half-day rafting trip on May 2nd on the Colorado. This was a great trip! Our guide was outstanding and the scenery was beautiful! The rapids were bouncy and fun, but not scary.

DAVE Bro
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DAVE Bro
May 6, 2025

Great views, exciting rapels. Jeff was a great guide. Bow and arrow canyon was breath taking.

Lonelle Yoder
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Lonelle Yoder
May 6, 2025

We booked a half-day rafting trip in early May, and although the river wasn't running high yet, the gorgeous scenery, along with our guide's knowledgeable banter about everything from rafting to bird nests and geology, made the ride thoroughly enjoyable. There was just enough action over the rapids to make it exciting, but not scary, for us novice rafters. This is definitely an experience I'll look forward to repeating the next time we visit!

Claudio Zampino
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Claudio Zampino
May 5, 2025

Had a great time doing the rock of ages tour with Nate! He did a great job coaching everyone through the canyon. Can’t wait to get out there again

Jen Werner
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Jen Werner
May 4, 2025

My first ever white water rafting trip! We had very small rapids this time of year (class 1 and 2) still fun, we got wet, and had an opportunity to work together like a team. The staff is amazing. Jake was our river guide and was knowledgeable, helpful, funny, and even gave us tips about other cool things to do in the Moab area. Fantastic first experience!

Michael Brady
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Michael Brady
May 4, 2025

Really great guide! Thank you so much!

Christina Federle
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Christina Federle
May 4, 2025

An awesome and fun experience all around! The rafting trip was great with mostly class 2s (I think) for this time of year. Couldn’t have asked for a better first experience! Our guides were extremely knowledgeable with local history and current suggestions as well.

Mark Rothman
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Mark Rothman
April 29, 2025

Patient, skilled, knowledgeable, encouraging, professional. Nate guided me through a significant skills progression. I am very appreciative.

Deborah Dupuis
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Deborah Dupuis
April 28, 2025

My son and I had a fantastic day rappelling, bridging and scissoring with Red River Adventures. Our guide Nate, was calm and mindful as he lead us through the various fins that make up the "Rock of Ages" tour. We will definitely go canyoneering again.

Sebastian Velez
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Sebastian Velez
April 26, 2025

Landon was great!

Doug Arvanites
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Doug Arvanites
April 25, 2025

Prompt departure. Great communication. Solid safety training/protocols. Our guide Molly gave us constant entertainment and helpful tips on places to go in Moab. Loved Milt’s!

Christopher Burgy
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Christopher Burgy
April 24, 2025

Molly was a great guide! The van trip to the river was also enjoyable with lots of river facts and jokes. Kudos all around

Lisa Perez-Pascual
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Lisa Perez-Pascual
April 22, 2025

We had such a great time on our four day cataract Canyon River trip! I took my 11-year-old stepson… Despite the first couple of days being a bit cold Due to unexpected surprise weather, the team of guides were amazing and made the whole experience fun! Seth, Annie, and Jake were all wonderful and I recommended the trip 100%!

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uzma khan
April 21, 2025

If you're looking for a safe, fun, and rewarding rock climbing and canyoneering experience in Moab, look no further than the Red River Company and their guide, Nate. Nate was meticulous in ensuring all protocols were followed. He provided thorough demonstrations, double-checked our gear, and offered personalized tips that made a huge difference in our climbing technique. Nate also fostered a supportive and encouraging atmosphere within the group. It was clear he was invested in everyone having a positive experience.

Kelley Lawton
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Kelley Lawton
April 20, 2025

Amazing first canyoneering experience for our 2 families! 4 kids and 4 adults and we loved our day! Highly recommend Nate and Molly! We hope to come back and do it again!

topcontroll
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topcontroll
April 15, 2025

April 2025 We did the Bow and Arrow Canyon Canyoneer Adventure. Nate was a great guide, very patient with two of us repelling for the first time. Felt as safe as one could, being nervous, going off 115ft repel. Would definitely recommend.

Katelyn Despain
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Katelyn Despain
April 13, 2025

My boyfriend and I went on a 1/2 day canyoneering trip and our guide was Nate. Nate was fantastic and very knowledgeable about the land, historical facts, and repelling. We felt very safe and he was always very supportive and motivating with the repels! They had a very good variety of heights and the hike was a perfect length and came with amazing views!

David McCleve
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David McCleve
March 23, 2025

Ben showed patience and professionalism both times he took me into the backcountry. I highly recommend going out with him if you want to move from the resort to the backcountry.

Glenn Kocher
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Glenn Kocher
March 20, 2025

Our guide, Carl, was fantastic and especially did a great job catering to our group's needs which ranged from entry level to more experienced. Not much more to say other than an absolutely incredible day! We'll be back for sure. Thank you Red River!

Daniel Gingold
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Daniel Gingold
March 20, 2025

Great tour in epic pow. Smart and fun terrain choices tailored to the group ability. Good communication. Will book again!

Natalie Powers
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Natalie Powers
March 20, 2025

Seamless booking. Carl was helpful to get me setup with the BEST guide, I mean superb . My first time back country skinning and then riding deep powder, I was so thankful that TY my guide was calm, patient , knowledgeable , picked me up when tired, very positive and given all the tips to help me thru the challenges. Will book again ! If you request TY you’ll be set for a spectacular day going at the pace you choose! I learned so much thanks red rivers!

Scott Dinhofer
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Scott Dinhofer
March 19, 2025

have done two backcountry ski tours with John L, super nice guy, knowledgeable, patient and a great experience. Won't hesitate to come back again!

Mark Rosen
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Mark Rosen
March 17, 2025

Victoria, my guide, made safe decisions and still showed me thigh high powder and a great tour

Ryan Forsythe
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Ryan Forsythe
March 11, 2025

I took my level 1 avalanche course with Red River Adventures and couldn't be happier. Our instructor Garth was very knowledgeable and made the trip fun with his experience and jokes!

Lauren Hargreaves
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Lauren Hargreaves
March 11, 2025

Would give 10 🌟 if I could. We went out once with Vic in February, and again yesterday. Phenomenal people, great communication, and an emphasis on safety, learning, and having a great time.

Levi Krcmar
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Levi Krcmar
March 10, 2025

Great experience with Garth and Red River as a whole! Highly recommend them to anyone looking for trainings or guided trips

Parker Tietz
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Parker Tietz
March 4, 2025

Very knowledgeable guides that made for a great experience. Vic and Brian rock. 10/10 recommend.

John Butler
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John Butler
February 28, 2025

Red River was amazing from start to finish. This was my first backcountry experience and the team was super helpful and answered all my questions as I planned the trip. The gear, instruction, and guiding were all top notch and I would absolutely recommend this company for any of your adventures, especially backcountry skiing. I couldn’t imagine a more knowledgable, helpful, patient, and fun guide - Victoria. She is a true professional and speaks very highly of the company. I definitely lucked out stumbling across their Facebook ad. They take safety very seriously but it doesn’t impede the fun at all. Thank you again for a great trip!

Barrett England
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Barrett England
February 28, 2025

AIARE 1 with Brian and Vic exceeded my expectations, this was a refresher course for me, and I learned much more than I did the first time around. They did an amazing job instructing and guiding, were very knowledgeable and honest. Gave me everything I could ask for, 10/10 would recommend.

Kirk Kardashian
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Kirk Kardashian
February 27, 2025

My 14-year old son and I had a great day of backcountry skiing with Victoria. Some gnarly weather came in, but we managed to ski some great snow, and my son learned a lot about backcountry travel. I hope to get the chance to be a return customer!

Nicholas Waldman
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Nicholas Waldman
February 27, 2025

Epic day with John. Learned a lot and had a great time. Highly recommend!

Daniel
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Daniel
February 27, 2025

Great outfit to work with and Nate was a fab guide for some great ice climbing. Will definitely use again when I’m in the area. Overall couldn’t ask for better!!

Michael Allen
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Michael Allen
February 26, 2025

Brian and Victoria did an excellent job leading my AIARE 1 course. They created a great atmosphere for learning from their experience/knowledge and from each other. Thoroughly enjoyed the experience.

J Archibald
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J Archibald
February 25, 2025

My daughter and I joined Red River Adventures on a mid-February Hokkaido Japan ski trip. We had unforgettable access to world class Hokkaido pow! Carl and his team were awesome. RRA checked all the boxes: Dialed-in Logistics (from airport to hotel to ski venues to dining), Quality lodging, Unique ski venues (away from the crowds), In-country connection with local guides, And most importantly, friendly and professional guides who were knowledgable with the ski terrain and also provided helpful general tips for more efficient touring and personal instruction- allowing us to really dial-in our powder skiing technique. We thoroughly enjoyed the company of our travel group and left Japan with big smiles and lasting memories.

Blair Cox
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Blair Cox
February 25, 2025

I took the AIARE 1 course with Red River Adventure. Brian and Vic were getting guides and teachers! Very knowledgeable. The course delivered above and beyond!

Gesund LLC
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Gesund LLC
February 24, 2025

Reviewing Japow trip to Hokkaido in winter of 2025. In a word, fantastic. Go if you can. I enjoyed just about every aspect of the trip. Before we started our trip Carl gave us a packing list, and a link to a Japan website that sped up our navigating through Japanese customs. I appreciated the ease by which we were able to coordinate getting picked up at the airport by our group guide due to a multi-hour delay in a connecting city. I thought the hotels were great (though small by Western standards, but that is simply how space is used in Japan, efficiently--read, small). The locations and terrain were awesome. I always felt like the Red River team maintained the group dynamics really well, we simply had a great group and I enjoyed getting to know folks on the trail, in the van or at the dinners spots we hit. We lucked out and had fresh snow every day but I feel that even if we didn't Carl and his team would have known where to go for fresh turns. Really hope I can do this again.

Andrew C
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Andrew C
February 24, 2025

Professional and approachable guides drilled the avalanche material into us over three days. Thanks!

Lindsay Black Mangat
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Lindsay Black Mangat
February 24, 2025

My friend and I went on a full day backcountry ski tour with Timmy in Big Cottonwood Canyon. It was all we had hoped for in a day in the woods together but far more enjoyable than expected. The terrain Timmy took us on was to our experience level. He pushed us a bit, encouraged us, taught us some things and he had a great attitude and sense of humor. Thanks, Timmy!