Glenwood Springs Official Guide 2008-2009 - (Page 26) GUIDE to|adventure Marvel at caves that have been listed among the 10 best in the U.S. Indulge in Adventure Park rides. Choose between a brand new kayak park and excellent and predictable rafting conditions for all levels of ability. Rent a Harley. Scale a mountain or a climbing wall. Try paragliding or a Segway. Soft and hard adventures are all part of the package when you “Soak it all in,” Glenwood-style. NEW this yEar Glenwood Springs Whitewater Park What? A brand new $900,000 whitewater park. Where: West Glenwood Springs on the Colorado River just upstream from the Midland Avenue bridge and I-70 Exit 114 Who? Kayakers, rafters, surfers, boaters and folks who just want to cool off in an inner tube are also welcome. Why and How? Designed for the varying levels of river flow that occur naturally throughout the year. Artificial boulders create a “standing wave” to occur during low, medium and high river flows for different and unique daily adventures. The buzz: Called “one of the best in the country,” the high-caliber venue is expected to host international kayak competitions, such as the World Cup of Freestyle Kayaking. The “extras” : Learning pools and multiple eddies, which will allow kayakers to enter the standing waves over and over again, and also allow novice paddlers to practice their ferrying and rolling skills. Parking: On the shoulder along Devereux Road, which runs parallel to the Colorado River. Awe-in spiring Cavern s Coming soon: An off-street, 25-space parking lot is the next priority to accommodate the high amount of traffic anticipated. More info: glenwoodwhitewaterpark.org For more info look on page 28. Kayaking the Colo rado | | | | The climbing wall at the Glenw ood Caverns Adventure Park. http://glenwoodwhitewaterpark.org
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