Where and when do we meet World Wide River Expeditions?

The trip leaves from Moab, Utah. Meeting time is 9:30 a.m. on the day your trip is scheduled at Lion's Park. This is located at the north end of town just as you cross the river bridge on the left. A company representative will meet you, then direct you to our warehouse where you may leave your cars. Our warehouse is located in a residential area so please drive slowly on Riversands Rd. Once in our warehouse yard, someone will direct you where to park. Please call the local phone number in Moab, (435) 259-7515, if there are any problems.

How long will it take to get from Moab to the launch area?

It takes about an hour to drive to the launch site.

What time will we be on the river the first day?

It will be around noon when you actually get on the river. By the time you load all of your gear onto the truck, park your cars and load the bus, it will be 10:00 - 10:30 before you leave Moab. (This could change depending on if there are merit badge requirements in which we will work on before the river section.)

What kind of gear should we bring?

A packing list has been provided with a list of appropriate clothing and camping gear.

What do we do with our gear? Will it be on the rafts with us?

At the warehouse, your gear will be packed into a truck. It will be transported to the first camp where it will be waiting for you when you arrive later in the day.

Can we take anything with us on the rafts?

Anything taken with you on the rafts will end up on the bottom of the boat and become soaking wet. This includes extra clothes, towels, cameras, food, etc. There will be an oarboat along, which carries the lunch, first aid kits, etc., extra clothes and cameras. A dry set of clothes and towels are not necessary during the day on the boats.

How long are we on the river each day?

The first day you will be on the river from about noon until 4:00 p.m., the second and third day from 9:00 a.m. until 4:00 p.m., and the morning of the forth day is usually spent in camp working on any merit badge requirements that need to be finished. Returning back to the warehouse for lunch and packing gear into cars ready to leave for home by 1:00 p.m.

Do you give us any kind of orientation before we get on the river?

There will be an orientation at the launch area before ANYONE gets into the rafts. It is a vital part of your trip and we stress that EVERYONE, including leaders, pay strict attention.

Do we have to wear life jackets all the time, and can we bring our own?

Life jackets are an absolute necessity any time you are near the water, including time in camp when you want to play in the river. We are required to use Coast Guard approved, Type V, whitewater jackets, so please don't bring your own.

Will we stop during the day?

We will stop several times during the day, including a stop for lunch.

What kind of food will we have?

Lunch each day is a "make it yourself" sandwich table, with lunch meats, cheese, tomatoes, lettuce, onions, pickles, breads, etc. We also serve fruits, chips, cookies and lemonade. Breakfast might be blueberry pancakes, sausage, melon, or french toast. Dinner may include spaghetti, green salad, hamburgers, vegetables and dessert. You will not go hungry and we do our best to keep you from standing in long lines for your meals.

What kind of rafts will we be on?

You will be paddling 16' to 18' paddle rafts, inflatable kayaks and/or canoes. (Which merit badge requirements we may be working on will determine which type of raft will be used)

What do we do if one in our party needs first-aid?

Our boatmen are all trained in Advanced Wilderness First Aid and will have a first aid kit with them. If someone needs medical attention we will arrange to have them taken into Moab, less than 30 miles away.

What kind of weather can we expect?

The Moab area has warm weather from May to September. July and August are warmer than June. The temperatures in the summer generally range from the 80's to the 100's. Rain is not uncommon during the summer months, so come prepared.

How warm is the water?

The water temperature in June will be cool as it is the spring run-off. In July and August the water is considerably warmer.

Are there toilet facilities available?

We set up portable toilets in privacy tents in addition to the vault toilets located in the campgrounds.

Will we be allowed to swim along the way?

Due to the unpredictable depth of the Colorado River, there will be sections of the river where your guide will tell you that swimming is not allowed. Please ask your guide if it is safe to swim and when exiting the raft into the water always go in feet first.

Will our group be traveling with any other group?

There is a possibility that your group will launch with another group and be on the river with them during the day. The groups for this trip have been kept to a small size and if your group is with another group the campgrounds are very large and we will be able to separate the groups and achieve the individual goals of each group. You might share the same kitchen area with other groups.

If we have members of our group who cannot go on the trip at the last minute will their money be refunded?

We suggest that you find a replacement for the person who has had to drop out. We know that individual numbers are hard to pin down until the last minute. While we try and be as flexible as we can with individual cancellations and additions, there will be no refunds issued the day of departure without written notice (e-mail or Fax) of cancellation within 48hrs of departure.

Can we add members to our group?

You can add members to your group up until 48hrs before the trip goes out, providing they are paid in full before the trip departs. Again, we try and be flexible.

Will we need money once we get to Moab?

At the end of the trip you will be transported from the river back to yours cars at the warehouse where lunch will be served. At this time will be an opportunity to buy t-shirts from our company store. T-shirts start at $10.

What about tipping?

Tipping is left to the discretion of individual groups. Our guides work hard to make each expedition a memorable and rewarding experience, therefore we permit them to accept gratuities.