Green Excursions Program - Hiking, Biking, and Rafting


Thats right get picked up in a shuttle from the festival, go on a Delicate Arch hike, Colorado River Raft Day-Trip, or a Slickrcok Mountain Bike Ride with Desert Rocks musicians and an interpretive guide. Trips include a healthy lunch and a return to the fest by 4:00pm. Spots are limited and filling quickly, go to www.desertrocks.org/green-excursions to sign up now!
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Desert Rocks Green Excursions - May 28-30, 2010

 

Excursions include a ride to and from the activity area to the festival grounds. Only 16 participates accepted per excursion so call today to reserve your spot today!

 

Guided Educational Tour of Arches National Park

May 29, 2010

Depart 9:00 a.m. Return 4:00 p.m.

Cost: $35.00

 

Join Moab-area non-profit conservation organization, Plateau Restoration for a guided tour of Arches National Park. The tour is conducted by Plateau Restoration staff, which includes a former Arches Park Ranger and a leading local geologist. We will hike off-the-beaten path and visit world-famous arches. Throughout the day you learn about the geology, local history and native plants, as well as issues of the Park. The day will include a small volunteer project, an opportunity to give something back, in addition to a hearty, healthy lunch and outstanding educational handouts.  To reserve your spot, call Plateau Restoration at: 866-202-1847

 

Guided Educational Raft Trip on the Colorado River

Sunday May 30, 2010

Depart: 9:00 a.m. Return: 4:00 p.m.

Cost: $65.00

 

Join Moab area non profit, Plateau Restoration for a fun filled raft trip on the Fisher Towers section of the Colorado River near Moab. This will be a high water trip so the rapids will be loads of fun. Our guides will share their knowledge of local geology, river history and stories of river runners during our float. We will participate in a small volunteer project along the way. Trip includes transportation, hardy, healthy lunch and outstanding educational materials.  To reserve your spot, call Plateau Restoration at: 866-202-1847

 

Guided Mountain Bike Tour

Sun. 9 a.m. – 2p.m

Easy - Moderate: 8-15 miles

 

Pricing:

14+ participants:  $55/person ($35 if bringing your own mt. bike)

9-13 participants: $65/person ($45 if bringing your own bike)

 

A classic introduction to Moab riding! Rim Tours' guides will lead you on dirt and slickrock terrain as you travel along the rim of a canyon near the boundary of Arches National Park.  We learn some slickrock skills and stop at various viewpoints with arches in the distance and the abyss of canyons in the foreground.

There are options for more challenging terrain for those up to the challenge.  Join artist, writer and broadcaster David Gans on this amazing trip.   Price includes a high quality full suspension bike with helmet and waterbottle to keep; guides; transportation and snacks.  To reserve your spot, call Rim Mountain Bike Tours at:  800-626-7335