A day in the life of a raft-guide trainee

Article by Brad Goettemoeller

Recreation – August 2005 – Colorado Central Magazine

ON THE ARKANSAS RIVER, you see rafts bouncing downstream with a well-trained guide at the helm. But have you ever thought about how someone becomes a guide? In theory, a guide is trained by mature, responsible and highly skilled instructors in a controlled and safe environment that is conducive to learning. However, my experience was quite the opposite.

Read more

Salida’s FIBArk must adapt to changes in boating

Article by Brad Goettemoeller

Recreation – June 2004 – Colorado Central Magazine

WHITEWATER FESTIVALS have always been a celebration of the river — and of those who run the river.

But in recent years the festivals have become more popular and higher profile, and thus they deliver a larger economic impact. As a result, festival organizers have had to become more knowledgeable about industry trends.

Read more