2011 River Journeys

We Make your trip…

1. Safer: Our number one priority has always been the safety of our guests since 1971. We call it soft adventure, because it is soft on risk yet high on adventure.

2: Easy: All our trips are all inclusive: we include tents, sleeping bags, and sleeping pads for all our guests. We take care of all the details and make your vacation easy. All you need is your clothes.

3. Fun: Our fun loving professional guides are the best in the business with an average of 10 years of experience. This is not just their summer job, it’s their life. Our guides not only live in Moab, but work and play on the river.

4. High Quality: We provide the highest quality equipment, guides, and food on all of our river expeditions. We take pride in offering “a Touch of Class” to all aspects of our trips. 5. Valuable: Small groups without paying hundreds of dollars more. Each trip offers an adventure that provides exhilaration and a sense of wonder in the great outdoors.

Discover the River..................................... 1No Experience Necessary........................ 3Family Time............................................... 5Map of the Southwest.............................. 7How to Choose a Trip............................... 7

COLORADO RIVERThe Sights of Cataract Canyon................ 11The Highlights of Cataract Canyon......... 12Wild Westwater Canyon.......................... 13

YAMpA RIVER........................................... 14

GREEN RIVERMajestic Canyons of the Green River..... 17The Gates of Lodore................................. 18

MOAB RESORT ADVENTURE................. 19

SpECIALTY TRIpSExpeditions in Luxury............................... 21Women on Adventure.............................. 23Groups & Corporate Retreats.................. 24

General Information/Reservations......... 25Dates and Rates........................................ 26

When you choose a rafting trip for your vacation, you will discover a unique sense of adventure and joy. The River gives you something you won’t find in any other vacation: relaxation, fun and some of the most beautiful views in the world. No other rivers have captured people’s hearts and imaginations like the mighty Colorado, and her sister streams, the Yampa and Green Rivers.

The scenery is unparalleled, from the ancient 1.7 billion year-old black rock formations in Westwater Canyon to the towering sandstone spires in Cataract Canyon and Canyonlands National Park.

By choosing a rafting vacation you will discover the perfect escape. Experi-ence the excitement of rushing whitewater or the calm serenity of the canyons, and enjoy a worry-free environment that brings families, friends and solo trav-elers together in perfect harmony.

Top 5 Reasons to Choose Sheri Griffith

Expeditions

Table of Contents“I wanted to send you a note to say how happy we were with our recent trip. We did the Cataract Canyon oar boat trip last week with Marshall, Nicole, and Tanner. The trip was great and they could not have been better. We had a great time, and will certainly recommend your company and your guides!”— Daniel E. Smith

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Discover the quality of equipment that is offered only on a Sheri Grif-fith Expeditions trip. Comfortable chairs, roomy tents, soft pads, and quality sleeping bags are provided free of charge and in good repair.

We provide and prepare all the meals. Our guides are great river chefs. They do all of the work of preparing the highest quality, healthy meals made with fresh ingredients. There is a va-riety of fruits and vegetables, local meats, and non-meat options. The evening meals are grilled and baked to perfection. We can accommodate a variety of diets from Kosher to Veg-etarian and everything in between.

We provide “A Touch Of Class” to every trip. What does this mean? It means our mission is to help you be comfortable in the outdoors. We pro-vide enough civilization for almost anyone to be comfortable on our river rafting trips. Great meals, cozy sleeping bags, comfortable chairs and professional, service oriented guides create a relaxing and comfort-able camp setting, complimenting the relaxed pace of the day’s river rafting activities.

Top QualityEquipment

Relax and EnjoyGreat Food

A Touch of Class

Experienced Guides

Our guides are the best in the busi-ness. They have learned from our standards of Service and Safety that come from 39 years of showing guests the wonders of whitewater rafting. Our company’s years of knowledge are passed on to our team through extensive training and workshops. You may rest assured that they all have comprehensive outdoor skills, a strong commitment to the environ-ment, impressive leadership skills and a sharp sense of responsibility. Awards and Service:

Sheri Griffith Expeditions has received numerous awards for business ethics and community involvement. Including being the only Moab based outfitter to be recognized by National Geographic as one of the “Best Outfitteron Earth.”

Environmental responsibility is an ethic everyone in the company lives and teaches. We leave no trace of our passage; we “take only pictures and leave only footprints.” When available, we purchase from local farmers who grow fresh produce.

We are proud supporters of organizations like American Rivers, the Lance Armstrong Foundation, National River Cleanup and The Nature Conservan-cy among others. Our staff personally donates hundreds of hours yearly to environmental and social issues be-lieving that both locally and nation-ally, we do make a difference.

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The rivers of the Southwest offer the perfect family trips and provide some-thing fun for all family members. Hiking, water and beach games, and building sandcastles provide quality time and interaction for all. Our guides entertain children with structured ac-tivities designed to be educational as well as fun. Your family will interact with nature, other families and the guides. Parents can join in the excur-sions or take some time for themselves to enjoy a little quiet time next to the river, sunbathe or take a leisurely walk or hike.

Sheri Griffith Expeditions’ Family trips are exactly the type of vacation you have been looking for…the STRESS FREE type. All trips are organized by professional guides allowing you to enjoy precious family time. We in-clude all the gear so you only need worry about how many pairs of shorts to pack.

All our meals are specially designed with kids in mind. We can work with nearly any diet restriction or prefer-ence so you don’t need to worry about your family going hungry. We offer a variety of raft choices from Inflatable Kayaks, for more adventurous spirits, to larger oarboats for those looking to kick back and relax.

Family Time Age Range Options

Sheri Griffith Expeditions family trips include:• Guides with special kid skills• Specially designed kid friendly meals with lots of options for the young ones• Structured activities in camp and through out the trip. • Easy to moderate whitewater fun for everyone. • Great camping locations, most with large sandy beaches• Fun educational games about nature and the environment• One “Kid Guide” dedicated to entertaining the kids with games and nature walks• A toy box full of games, and toys for all ages, including sand toys. • Variety of boats from Inflatable Kayaks for the teens to Oarboats for the younger kids.

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Sheri Griffith Expeditions offers great family trips on a variety of different river stretches for a variety of families. There are three different wonderful family trips with different age ranges to choose from:

5 YEARS OLD AND UpOur signature family river trip is the 5 day/4 night “Family Goes to Camp” expedition on the Green River. This great river vacation offers a chance for the whole family to escape.

8 YEARS OLD AND UpThe Gates of Lodore on the Green River is one of the most popular trips Sheri Griffith Expeditions runs. This is a journey into a spectacular wilder-ness. This trip features lots of activi-ties and action suitable for everyone in your family.

10 YEARS OLD AND UpThe Sights of Cataract Canyon trip on the Colorado River in July and August is a great trip for families with teens. Reconnect with your children as you explore fun whitewater, charming camp sites on sandy beaches, stunning geological features and ancient and re-cent western history.

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River rafting offers a wil-derness experience as well as the adventure of a lifetime. A river rafting trip can be enjoyed by the whole family, couples or solo travelers. There are a lot of things to look at when choosing the perfect river rafting journey.

Here are some things you should consider when choosing a trip: the length of time you have, the in-tensity of whitewater you want to experience, and the time of year that is best for you.

MILEAGE CHARTTO MOAB, UTAH

is where most of our trips begin. Famously nick-named the “Adventure Cap-ital of the World”, Moab offers National Parks, gor-geous resorts, amazing scenery and just about ev-ery kind of outdoor adven-ture known on land and river.

Vernal, Utah is where we begin our Dinosaur Nation-al Monument trips. Higher in Elevation than Moab, Vernal tends to be cooler, and is a ‘jumping off’ town for fly fishing and boating in Flaming Gorge.

GettinG there: Salt Lake International Airport (SLC) is a 4-hour drive away. Rental cars are available.

Grand Junction, Colorado airport (GJT) is a 2-hour drive away. Rental cars are available.

Moab, UT airport (CNY) has limited commercial flights daily. Enterprise car rental available.

For more map informa-tion, visit: www.Griffith exp.com/mapofmoab.htm

Albuquerque 307

Denver 361

Los Angeles 717

Las Vegas 451

phoenix 413

Salt Lake City 235

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Moab, Utah How toChoose a Trip

The Colorado River is one of the most famous, exciting and beautiful rivers in the world. This magnificent river runs through six national parks and recreation areas.

Vacations on this prized river offer a combination of outstanding scenery, majestic wildlife, exhilarating rapids and a chance to truly escape.

Sheri Griffith Expeditions hosts trips in two scenic canyons of the Colorado River: Cataract Canyon, in Canyon-lands National Park, and Westwater Canyon, a proposed Wild and Scenic River.

CATARACT CANYON The Colorado River divides Canyon-lands National Park in half. This is a spectacular, remote wilderness with 2000 foot red rock cliffs, 28+ fun and exciting rapids and national park qual-ity hikes.

BY OAR BOAT:The oarboat is the traditional raft on the Colorado River and is “up close and personal” with the river and its natural power.

BY MOTORIzED J-RIGThis larger more stable raft, maneu-vered by a quiet outboard motor, al-lows you to experience Cataract Can-yon on a shorter timeframe.

WILD WESTWATER CANYONThis stretch of the river offers an ideal balance of mellow bird watching, ex-hilarating whitewater rafting and per-fect camping. Otters, deer and eagles are not rare in this dessert oasis.

“Just wanted to let you all know that we had a fantastic time on our raft trip. Everything ran flawlessly and we had a wonderful, memorable experience. You guys made the planning easy and put together a great itinerary. In all of my six trips with Sheri Griffith I’ve never had a bad experience – a real testament to the organization. Thanks again for everything.”— John Orr

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Exhilarating Rapids,Outstanding Scenery

The Sights of Cataract Canyon trip through Canyonlands National Park is our pre-mier trip that offers great whitewater, spectacular hikes and beauty found only on the Colorado River. See red rock spires that tower 2000 ft. above the river. Explore 1000 year old Native American petroglyphs and granaries found around every bend in the river.

The whitewater in May and June is a thrill seeker’s dream. The waves are large and the ride is very exciting. In July and August the whitewater is still fun but not as big. The later trips are great for those that want to enjoy the other great parts of riv-er rafting: swimming, large sandy beaches, more time in camp for fun outdoor games such as bocce and horseshoes.

Explore some of the lost can-yons of Cataract Canyon as we motor off Lake Powell. The trip concludes with a flight back over Canyonlands National Park.

7-Day Canyonlands hiker’s SpecialIf you’re looking for the com-

plete ESCAPE vacation, then the 7-day Canyonlands Hiker’s Spe-cial is for YOU. This one of a kind river journey focuses on hiking the hidden wonders of the Green and-Colorado Rivers. The highlight of the trip is the hike to the top of the famous Dolls House in the Heart of Canyonlands National Park.

Highlights:• WildlyFunRapids• IndianRuins•TimetoHikethrough CanyonlandsNationalPark• Oarboats• 2000ft.RedRock CanyonWalls• ScenicReturnFlightTrip Rates:5 day:Adults$1215*Youth(10-16)$999*6 day:Adults$1390*Youth(10-16)$1150*7-day Hiker TripAdults$1599**(plusairflight-$150) (*Rate does not include taxes and government user fees about 6%)Host City:Moab,UT(Airportcode:CNY)Minimum Age:10yearsoldRapids:III-IV(VinhighwatersofJune)Departure dates:5 Days/4 Nights: March 29 April 5, 12, 19, 26 May 3, 10, 17, 24, 31 June 7, 14, 21, 28 July 5, 19 Aug. 2, 9, 16, 23, 30 Sept. 13, 20 Oct. 4, 186 Days/5 Nights: July 11, 25 Sept. 5, 267 Days/6 Nights: Sept. 11Boat Options:Oarboat&InflatableKayaks(July&August)Other trips throughCataract Canyon:ExpeditionsinLuxury,pg.21WomenonAdventure,pg.23Make It Simple...HaveSheriGriffithExpeditionsplanyourentireMoabstay.WewillmakeyourSightsOfCata-ractCanyonan8day/8nightALL-INCLUSIVE multi sport va-cation. This option includes3 nights at the Gonzo Inn, allmeals fromDinneronSundayeveningtoDinneronSaturdayevening. Enjoy a sunset hum-mertouronSunday,andMon-daymorning goon an exhila-ratingmountainbike ride. Allofthisforjust$660more**!

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Highlights:• WonderfulSandyBeaches• HiketoIndianRuins• CanyonlandsNationalPark• MoreStableBoats• 2000ft.RedRock CanyonWalls• ScenicReturnFlightTrip Rates:4 day:Adults$999*Youth(10-16)$799*3 day: Adults$810*2 day: Adults$699**(plusairflight–$150)Host City:Moab,UT(Airportcode:CNY)Minimum Age:10yearsoldRapids:III-IV(VinhighwatersofJune)Departure dates:4 Days/3 Nights: April 6, 13, 20, 27 May 4, 11, 18, 25 June 1, 8, 15, 22, 29 July 6, 13, 20, 27 August 3, 10, 17, 24, 31 September 7, 14 3 Days/2 Nights May 12, 19, 26 June 2, 9, 16, 23, 30 July 7, 212 Days/1 Night May 27 June 3, 10, 17 Boat Options:J-rigOther trips throughCataract Canyon:GriffithExtreme,pg.19

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If you are intrigued by the beauties of Cataract Canyon and Canyonlands National Park, yet not an adrenaline junkie, our Highlights of Cataract Canyon by Motorized J-Rig is for you! This trip allows those that don’t want too much whitewater to ride on a motorized pontoon “J-rig” which is larger and more stable than oarboats.

The first few days we hike to ancient Native American ruins and petroglyphs, and marvel at the red rock vistas of Canyonlands National Park. We have time for swimming and relaxing in the afternoon and evening.

After the Confluence of the Green and Colorado Rivers we meet the be-ginning of the whitewater. For the next 20 miles we navigate through rapids with names like North Seas, Mile Long, and the Big Drops. Dur-ing the spring runoff these rapids can be some of the largest and most powerful on the Colorado River. In late summer and fall the river drops and the rapids are more moderate, yet still exciting.

On the last day we view 2000 foot cliffs and explore some of the canyons of Lake Powell. The trip wraps up with a scenic flight back to Moab over the canyon you have come to love.

NOTE: Due to lower water levels in July and August, this trip may be run with an oarboat with a smaller motor.

COLORADORIVER

Westwater Canyon, one of the last canyons of the Colorado Plateau to be explored, contains many wonders, from the river otter and eagles that make the canyon their home to the miner’s cabin and the Western Rio Grand railroad. The canyon walls are spectacu-lar with 1.7 Billion year old black rock rising out of the river and topped 1200 feet above the water by burning red sandstone cliffs. Westwater’s history is filled with tales of those who passed this way, proven by Native American writings hidden on canyon walls and abandoned Miner’s cabins and out-law caves.

The Wild Westwater Canyon adventure places you in the midst of dramatic desert landscapes. There are two sections to Westwater Can-yon with great contrast between the serene solitude of the upper can-yon’s sandstone walls and the sur-real black granite and impressive rapids of the lower canyon.

This stretch of the Colorado River is free flowing, resulting in a variety of water levels through-out the rafting season. The narrow gorge of Westwater Canyon offers wonderful and rapids during the en-tire rafting season. Fun rapids with names like Sock-It-To-Me, Skull and Last Chance as you traverse this wild and scenic canyon.

Highlights:• ClassicSplashingRapids• AbundantWildlife•OarboatsandPaddleboats•1.7BillionYearOldRocks• 1000ft.RedRock CanyonWalls•GreatCowboy/OutlawHistoryTrip Rates:2 day:Adults$460*Youth(10-16)$390*3 day:Adult$620*Youth(10-16)$525*(*Rate does not include taxes and government user fees about 6%)Host City:Moab,UT(Airportcode:CNY)Minimum Age:10yearsoldRapids:II-IVDeparture dates:2 Days/1 Nights: March 26 • April 9, 23 May 13, 20, 28 June 8, 22 • July 15, 23 Aug. 3, 26 • Sept. 2, 16 3 Days/2 Nights May 11, 26 • June 2, 30 July 6, 27 • Aug. 13, 18 Sept. 9, 22 Boat Options:Oarboat,PaddleboatOther Trips throughWestwater Canyon: ExpeditionsinLuxury, seepg.21 WomenonAdventure, seepg.23 Raft&ResortAdventure, seepg.20

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COLORADORIVER

The Yampa River is a unique river in the American West because it is the last free-flowing river in the entire Colorado River drainage. The scenery is dramatic and quite varied as 2000 feet of white sandstone walls grow quickly around you. In May, melting snow from the Rocky Mountains swells in the narrow gorge creating unbridled and fun rapids.

The Yampa River is only navigable in May and June each summer. Limited visita-tion makes this stretch of river one of the most isolated and remote expeditions we offer. Sightings of Big Horn Sheep, Eagles, Hawks, Peregrine Falcons and even the oc-casional Moose are almost a daily experience.

Take time to explore something different each day: hike up side canyons to see 1000 year old Native American artwork or to the water-falls up Jones’ Hole or to the hermit Pat Lynch’s hideout in Echo Park. Traverse deceptively named rapids such as Moonshine, Five Springs, Warm Springs and TeePee, and en-joy star filled skies every night.

Because there is limited access to the Yampa River few people have the opportunity to explore this area. This trip books quickly.

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Highlights:• FastPacedWhitewater EveryDay• TonsofWildlife• UntamedRiver• ActiveTripwith PaddleboatsandIK• HikestoNativeAmerican Caves• VeryRarelyRunRiver• DinosaurNational MonumentTrip Rates:4 day:Adults$850*Youth(10-16)$680*5 day: Adults$999*Youth(10-16)$799**(plus $95 land transportation) (*Rate does not include taxes and government user fees about 6%)Host City:Vernal,UT(Airportcode:VEL)Minimum Age:10yearsoldRapids:II-IVDeparture dates:4 Days/3 Nights: May 19, 23, 275 Days/4 Nights June 22Boat options: Oarboat,Paddleboats,InflatableKayaks

YAMPA RIVER

The Green River offers a variety of trips along its 730 mile journey from the Wind River Mountains in Wyoming to the confluence of the Colorado River in Canyonlands National Park. This historic River has all the elements of a classic whitewater river trip: colorful cowboy, outlaw and Native American history, beautiful beaches and can-yons and fun whitewater. We run two great stretches of the Green River.

4-DAY GATES OF LODOREOne of the most popular trips Sheri Griffith Expeditions runs. This is a journey into the spectacular wilder-ness of Dinosaur National Monument. This trip offers lots of activities and action. You can choose between pad-dling with friends in a paddleboat, taking on the rapids in one of our in-flatable kayaks or relaxing in one of the oarboats.

5-DAY FAMILY GOES TO CAMpOffers a chance for the whole family to escape. This trip offers exceptional bonding opportunities, fun whitewa-ter, charming camp sites on sandy beaches, stunning geological features and ancient and recent western his-tory. River rafting offers quality time and experiences for strengthening family relationships. There is adven-ture time, quiet time, interaction and reflection time and lots of play time.

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Classic Whitewater,Colorful History

“We have an unknown distance yet to run,an unknown river to explore. What fallsthere are, we know not; what rocks besetthe channel, we know not; what wallsride over the river, we know not..”— John Wesley Powell

Highlights:• ChildFriendlyRiver• OutlawCabinHideouts• 5000ft.Canyons• 1000YearOldNative AmericanWritings• WarmRiverforSwimming• GreatSandyBeaches forGames• 50+ModerateRapidsTrip Rates:5 days:Adults$950*Youth(5-16)$760**(plusscenicairflight$150) (*Rate does not include taxes and government user fees about 6%)Host City:Moab,UT(Airportcode:CNY)Minimum Age:5yearsoldRapids:II-IIIDeparture dates:Family Goes to Camp5 Days/4 Nights June 5, 19, 26, July 3, 10, 17, 31 August 14Boat Options:Oarboat,InflatableKayak

Highlights:• RapidsEveryDay• ActiveTrip• WaterfallHikes• AbundantWildlife• StunningScenery• DinosaurNational Monument• 2000ft.CanyonWalls• ClassicOutlawHistoryTrip Rates:4 Days:Adults$850*Youth(10-16)$680**(plus$95landtransportation) (*Rate does not include taxes and government user fees about 6%)Host City:Vernal,UT(Airportcode:VEL)Minimum Age:10yearsoldRapids:II-IVDeparture dates:4 Days/3 Nights: June 5, 11, 16 July 6, 29Boat options:Oarboat,Paddleboats,InflatableKayak

The Green River is the perfect family river trip with warm water for swimming, big sandy beaches for playing and easy to moderate water for excitement. This stretch of the Green River has been our premier family trip for 25 Years. It offers multi-generational families an opportunity to bond in the great outdoors.

This trip is planned entirely for families. We travel at a family’s pace, hand pick family friendly guides and offer family friendly meals. We take along sand toys for amusement. This hidden jewel of the American West has outlaw hideouts, homesteads, Indian Ru-ins, and sandy beaches shaded by ancient cottonwood trees. There are over 50 exciting rapids with big roll-ing waves that get bigger each day.

The Perfect Family Vacation!Playful rapids, lots of water fun, sandy beaches for sandcastles, nature hikes for learning, and marshmallows for roasting are just a few of the activi-ties lined up for your family vacation. Camp on beautiful beaches shaded by cottonwood trees, hike to old outlaw hideouts and glimpse shy wildlife. Our “Kid Guide” offers games, fun-to learn outdoor skills, and nature walks. Parents can join in or grab a little private time for themselves.

The Gates of Lodore is an absolute paradise with few people, 1000 foot cliffs and wildlife around every bend. The entrance to this Green River adventure truly looks like you’re entering a giant red rock fortress as the canyon walls shoot hundreds of feet up from the valley floor. The trip has much more to offer than just gorgeous scenery; the canyon is filled with fun rapids every day, waterfall hikes and a native herd of big horn sheep that can be seen on most trips.

The Gates of Lodore Canyon contains the first major set of rap-ids encountered by John Wesley Powell and his men on their 1869 expedition. The river is narrow and fast paced. We run the rapids in paddleboats, inflatable kayaks and oarboats. The scenery is an amaz-ing combination of Rocky Moun-tain forest tapering into the rug-ged beauty of the desert. Abundant wildlife including deer, bighorn sheep, eagles, trout and hawks can be seen around every bend.

We purposely travel slowly, about 10-15 miles per day, so we have ample time to explore the can-yons and take in the surrounding nature and its wildlife. The camps are well maintained which makes for easy and relaxing camping.

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GRIFFITH’S EXTREME ADVENTURE

RAFT and RESORTADVENTURE

6 days/5 nights This is a combination of thrills and chills! From biking through the legendary slick-rock terrain to jaw-dropping rappelling and roaring whitewater rapids, this trip is not for the faint of heart. Activities include an off-road Hummer tour, canyoneering from arches, mountain biking famous slickrock trails, a jet boat ride, and class V whitewa-ter ending with a scenic flight over Can-yonlands National Park.

Day 1: Arrive in Moab and relax by the pool of Moab’s premier hotel, The Gonzo Inn. After dinner, it’s time to get the ad-venture started with a sunset Hummer tour to secluded canyons, ancient rock art and breathtaking vistas! Day 2: Start your morning off right with an exhilarating mountain bike ride on one of Moab famous sandstone trails. After a de-licious lunch, you have time to shop and explore some of Moab’s wonderful shops and local flare. Days 3-4: We begin with a jet boat ride down the Colorado River into the heart of Canyonlands National Park. After another great lunch we take on the world famous rapids of Cataract Canyon. For the next two nights we will camp riverside on large beaches in comfortable tents. Day 5: The river journey ends as we motor off Lake Powell. The end of your voyage is a scenic flight over Canyonlands National Park. After the flight you will be trans-ported back to the Gonzo Inn. Day 6: Your adventure’s last activity is can-yoneering. We descend through an exqui-site landscape filled with deep shady can-yons and hidden mysteries.

TRIp DETAILS 6 Days / 5 NightsAdults:$1495*,Youth(10-16)$1325*SingleSupplement:$350Departure DatesMay 24, 31 • June 14, 21 • July 5Includes 3 nights at the Gonzo Inn.*Add $150 to Cataract Canyon trips for scenic return flight.

5 days/4 nightsSpend one night in the luxurious Gonzo Inn located in downtown Moab and two nights at the Red Cliffs Adventure Lodge along side the mighty Colorado River. Activities include a sunset Hummer tour, rafting in the wild Westwater Canyon, a horseback trail ride through picturesque Castle Creek, and an option of either a guided hike tosecret amphitheatres and hidden arches ormountain biking Moab’s famous slickrocktrails. Day 1: Arrive in Moab and explore the town from your luxury hotel the Gonzo Inn. After dinner, it’s time to start your adventure with a sunset Hummer tour to secluded canyons, ancient rock art and breathtaking vistas!Day 2: Chose between a guided hike to one of Moab famous hiking trails or a mountain bike ride on beautiful Klondike Bluffs. After a won-derful lunch head out to the relaxing Red CliffsAdventure Lodge.Days 3-4: We pick you up at the Red Cliffs Lodge and take you to your next adventure: 2 days on the Colorado River in Westwater Canyon. This stretch has been called “the Best Short White-water Trip in the West” by National Geographic Magazine. After the whitewater rafting trip we transport you back to beautiful Red Cliffs Lodge.Day 5: This morning you get a chance to go horseback riding through Castle Valley, made famous in movies such as City Slickers I and II, John Wayne’s Comancheros and more.

TRIp DETAILS5 Days / 4 NightsAdults:$1290,Youth(10-16)$995SingleSupplement:$325Departure DatesApril 21 • May 11 • June 7July 13, 21 • Aug. 24 • Sept. 14Includes 1 night at Gonzo Inn & 2 nights at Red Cliffs Lodge.

Moab, Utah is the premier multi-sport destination in the United States, and is the “Adventure Capital” of the world. The area is a paradise for outdoor enthusiasts as well as a geological wonderland. The town of Moab is nestled in a valley with the 12,000 foot La Sal Mountains on one end and the mighty Colorado River on the other. All of this is surrounded by 1,000 foot red rock cliffs and breathtaking, rugged desert terrain. There are also two national parks found minutes away from the town of Moab: Arches National Park, and Canyonlands National Park. These parks offer many spectacular views and experiences, including whitewater rafting down the Cataract Canyon section of the Colorado River, and hiking to Delicate Arch - Utah’s famous icon.

The canyons, valleys and desert that surround Moab make our backyard an adventurous playground. We have taken some of our favorite activities and combined them with great lodges and meals from the best restaurants in town to offer you a perfect and easy vacation.

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Make it simple Have Sheri Griffith Expeditions plan your entire Moab stay. We will make your river rafting vacation an ALL-INCLUSIVE multi sport vacation. This option includes 3 nights at the Gonzo Inn, and all meals while in town. Enjoy a sunset hummer tour, then a morning Mountain bike ride. All of this for just $660 more**!

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Choose your activity:

Mountian Biking, Horseback riding,

Guided Hike, Canyoneering, Hummer Tour,Scenic flight,

ATV Tour,and more.

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Sheri Griffith Expeditions is renowned for combining luxury comforts with the most beautiful scenery in the world. Our Expeditions in Lux-ury trips are the only trips of their kind on the Colorado River. From the oversized tents, linen covered tables and gourmet meals prepared by your chef to the mind-boggling vistas and spectacular sunsets of the west; the contrast between the rugged nature of the river and the eve-ning comforts of your personal bungalow is the perfect way to enjoy the outdoors.

Our camps are on beautiful sandy beaches. Spend your days rafting through the pristine Colorado River canyons; as early evening draws near, pull up to a private beach that will be quickly transformed into your river hotel. While the camp staff finishes setting up your tents,

our private river chef begins the evening’s dining presentation. Sleep-ing quarters are oversized tents which house comfy cot beds, tables and night lights. Enjoy a cool beverage on the riverbank in comfy chairs. After coffee and breakfast, the camp attendants will take down the camp and off we’ll go on the day’s adventure. This adventure pro-vides full enjoyment of the beautiful outdoors while wrapped in Lux-ury. Indulge.

This trip includes two nights at The Gonzo Inn, in Moab, Utah. For more information, visit:

www.griffithexp.com/luxury-expeditions.htm

BreAkfAStColorado River Eggs Benedict, topped with a Zesty Hollandaise Sauce, Tomato and Fresh Basil served with Canadian Bacon*, Served with Skillet-Fried Baby Red Potatoes & Herbs and Fresh Fruit.

LunChRoasted Vegetable Pasta Salad with Rice Crackers, Cookies, and Fruit.

DinnerAppetizer– Toasted Crostini topped with Roma Tomatoes, Fresh Basil and melted Buffalo Mozzarella, wrapped in Prosciutto.Salad—Mixed Spring Greens with Pears, Gorgonzola & Walnuts, with blush Wine Vinaigrette.Entrée—Grilled Pork Tenderloin* with Honey-Dijon Sauce, Grilled Asparagus, and Couscous.Dessert—Fresh Baked Brownies with Fresh Berries and whipped cream.

*All meats are from a local butcher in Moab, and all vegetables are either lo-cally garden grown or bought from the local market.

Highlights:• AmazingScenery• PamperedCamping• ColoradoRiverRafting• LinenCoveredTables• OversizedTents,Cots, andNightlights• CrewSettingup/taking downCamp• ProfessionalRiverChef• FineDiningTrip Rates:6 day Highlights of CataractCanyon:Adults$2299*✝ Youth(10-16)$1999*✝(*Plus$150scenicflightreturn✝ Singlesupplement$260)Family Luxury Trip, Majestic Canyons of the Green RiverAdults$2099✝ Youth(5-16)$1850✝(*Plus$150scenicflightreturn✝ Singlesupplement$260)Host City:Moab,UT(Airport:CNY)Minimum Age:10yearsoldRapids:III–VDeparture dates:5 Days/4 Nights, Cataract May 31 • July 125 Days/4 Nights, Majestic June 12Boat Options:Oarboat&Jrig✝ Bothratesinclude2nightsatGonzoInn

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All the river expeditions in this brochure can be char-tered for your own private group, creating a Once-in-a-Lifetime experience. We’ll help you choose and custom-ize a trip that will work the best for your group.

All trips include our outstand-ing service, attention to de-tail, comfort and professional guides and staff. We also have exclusive land-based pro-grams for private charters as well as special hotel and re-sort packages. All our charter trips can pick their menus to accommodate different diets and preferences including Ko-sher, Vegetarian, Vegan and Gluten Free. We’ve created trips for:

• CompanyRetreats• AssociationMeetings• SpecialNeedsTrips• FamilyReunions• Weddings,Honeymoons• BachelorandBachelorette Parties• BoyScouts

Let us help create and hostyour next gathering. You won’t be disappointed.

TAILOR MADE

Sheri Griffith Expeditions makes it easy to plan the perfect group getaway. Whether you’re part of an adventure club or looking for a fun and easy family reunion, Sheri Griffith Expedition’s group planner can help guide you through creating the ideal Experience.

Rafting vacations are a wonderful and bonding experience when shared with family, friends, co-workers or club members.

Our responsive and creative Guest Services staff can develop multi-sport packages, book lodging, restaurants and conference space, provide transportation options and more.

We have an online real time reservations system that makes it easy for your group members to sign up for the trip. This system will automatically track and send out infor-mation to you group. A trip packet containing an itinerary, packing list, helpful travel hints, area information and a travel insurance brochure will be sent to every member that signs up. This means you don’t have to organize anything and can just enjoy the trip.

The more people you bring, the cheaper your trip. If you have between 10 and 18 members in your party, everyone gets a 5% discount with the group leader receiving a 50% discount. For groups of 19 or more everyone receives a 10% discount and the group leader goes FREE.

The Armada: Different types of rafts offer different types of experiences.Depending on water levels, You choose whether you want 1) Total involvement (paddleboats and inflatable kayaks),2) Close and personal with the rapids (oarboats) or 3) High and a little dryer (J-rigs). We offer the most choices with the experience to back them up. Raft types are listed under each trip.

OARBOATS: inflatable rafts (approx. 16–18 feet in length) with guides that maneuver them with a set of oars secured to a frame in the middle of the raft. This is considered to be a more stable craft than a paddleboat

pADDLEBOATS: These are inflatable rafts (approx. 16 ft. in length) manned by guests and their paddles. A guide gives instruction and navigates from the back of each boat. Everyone must participate to maneuver the raft.

J-RIG RAFTS: These 23 ft. rafts are motorized and move faster down river. They are much larger than other rafts and are considered to be the most stable. (only used on our Cataract Canyon 3 and 4 day trips.)

INFLATABLE KAYAKS: Small inflatable rafts, manned by 1 or 2 people with their double-bladed pad-dles. There are no guides in these crafts, Kayakers follow instructions from guides in nearby kayaks or rafts.

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As Featured in Outside Magazine, Shape Magazine and O Magazine. Experience some of the most inspiring moments in your life in one of the most beau-

tiful places on earth as you recognize strengths and build friendships.Smell flowers, sage, and the earth after a desert rain without the interference of pol-

luted air. View landscapes that even the best photograph will never be able to capture. Listen to the quiet music of the river. The smells, sights, sounds and touches of the river and her canyons open a new sense: the sense of SELF.

The ultimate women’s adven-ture guide, Sheri Griffith, has de-signed these trips to connect you to nature and the Earth. Meet strong and passionate riverwomen who know the area well and want to share its secret places and hidden treasures. Each evening the guides will pamper you with healthy meals, comfortable camps and a playful environment.

The women-only trips feature a balance of adventure and rejuvena-tion. The whitewater is exciting and heart pounding; the slower river sections offer spectacular scenery to quiet the soul. Challenge your-self, reconnect with loved ones or just escape, whatever your motiva-tion, this trip is for you.

TRIP DETAILS

WOMEN’S WRITING AND SINGING RETREAT (Westwater Canyon)This trip features author Page Lambert and guest Consuelo Luz, a world-re-nowned singer/songwriter.Isolated from modern civi-lization, this special trip ex-plores the joy of music and the power of voice in writing, speaking, singing, laughing, breathing, and even the vi-bration of our voices hidden in river stones.Trip Rates:Adults$1430Rapids:II-IVDeparture dates:5 Days/4 Nights: August 23

LABYRINTH CANYON BY SEA KAYAKPaddle a sleek touring kayak down the Green River where there are no rapids, just a tranquil current. Touring kayaks place you close to nature and the majesty of this canyon.Trip Rates:Adults$899*Rapids:NoRapidsDeparture dates:5 Days/4 Nights: Sept. 27 * $50 discount for Tandem Sea kayaks

THE WOMEN ON ADVENTURE Cataract Canyon)From the beginning of the trip, you will find yourself seduced by the pace of the river while absorbing beau-tiful scenery and enjoying the camaraderie of inter-esting people. This quality multi-faceted adventure is the ideal balance of serenity, fascination, and exhilaration – it will elevate your life. Trip Rates:$1215*Rapids:IV–VDeparture dates:5 Days/4 Nights: July 5 * (plus air flight $150)

Reservation InformationYou may make your reservation by telephone: (800) 332-2439 or online at: www.GriffithExp.com Reservation packetAfter making your reservation you will receive a reserva-tion packet which will include a trip itinerary with a pack-ing list, helpful travel hints, travel insurance informa-tion, and a guest registration form.

DEpOSITThe initial $300 per person DEPOSIT ($150 per person for two-day trips) is non-refundable. The FINAL PAYMENT is due 45 days prior to departure and is also non-refundable in all situations. The balance can be paid by check, VISA, MasterCard, or American Express. For your convenience we can automatically charge the final balance to your cred-it card 45 days prior to departure.

What is NOT Included in Trip Fares: 1. Transportation to and from your home to the departure town. 2. Lodging and meals prior to or following your expedition. (Except where noted) 3. Return from Cataract Canyon: Options are: a) Charter airplane flight from Hite back to Moab at a cost of $150 per person, or b) Shuttle your vehicle to Hite at a cost of $300 per vehicle. 4. Government User fees (about 6% of trip cost) 5. Air flight to Desolation Canyon is $150 per person. 6. Dinosaur land transportation is $95 per person. 7. Guide Gratuities are always appreciated and typically range from 15-20% of trip fare.

CANCELLATION pOLICYSince you have reserved space for which we have a limited number of seats, our non-refundable policy applies in every instance. We highly recommend that you purchase Travel Insurance to protect your vacation investment.

Responsibility and LiabilityAll outdoor experiences involve risk and we all must rec-ognize that accidents or illnesses may occur. We cannot guarantee your safety. We place final responsibility for your safety firmly on your shoulders. You have to pay at-tention to what you are doing. Mother Nature controls the water level, the weather, and the elements, so there is a risk involved in rafting and camping. Before your trip de-parts, you will be asked to sign an Assumption of Risk and Release Form.

NON-pERFORMANCEWe make every effort to follow through on our plans. How-ever, we reserve the right to make changes in the itinerary or possibly cancel a trip if necessary for reasons including but not limited to weather conditions, water fluctuations, insufficient reservations, changes in international rela-tions, or other factors beyond our control.

Health IssuesIf you are of an adventurous spirit and in reasonably good health, you should have no problem enjoying any of our trips. If you take medication you should bring a good sup-ply and inform your guide of all medication that you are taking.

Moab Resort AdventureThe Moab Resort Playground itinerary is considered final 45 days prior to the start of the expedition. Any changes to the itinerary after 45 days will incur a processing fee of $20 per change.

Returning guests receive lifetime discounts

Join us on one river trip and from then on, you’ll receive a 10% discount on river journeys forever. Really. Our guides love to host returning guests

too, so be sure to request your favorite guide when making your reservation.

Copyright © 2010 Sheri Griffith Expeditions. All Rights ReservedPhotographs: Charlie Borland, Sam Hamilton, Bert Sagara, Norm Shrewsbury, Summit Sports, Harvey Berk, Arlo Tejada

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✦ ✦ ✦ ✦ ✦ Dates & Rates ✦ ✦ ✦ ✦ ✦

COLORADO RIVER Cataract Canyon by Oarboat – pg. 11

TRIp LENGTH pRICE DATES5 Days/4 Nights Adults: $1215*

Youth (10–16): $999*April 5, 12, 19, 26May 3, 10, 17, 24, 31 June 7, 14, 21, 28July 5, 19August 2, 9, 16, 23, 30 Sept. 13, 20 Oct.4, 18

6 Days/5 Nights Adults: $1390*Youth (10–16): $1150*

July 11, 25Sept. 5, 26

neW!! Canyonlands hiker Special7 Days/6 Nights Adults: $1599* Sept. 11

Cataract Canyon by Motorized J-rig – pg. 12

4 Days/3 Nights Adults: $999*Youth (10–16): $799*

April 6, 13, 20, 27 May 4, 11, 18, 25 June 1, 8, 15, 22, 29 July 6, 13, 20, 27August 3, 10, 17, 24, 31 Sept. 7, 14

3 Days/2 Nights Adults: $810* May 12, 19, 26 June 2, 9, 16, 23, 30July 7, 21

2 Days/1 Night Adults: $699* May 27 June 3, 10, 17

Westwater Canyon – pg. 132 Days/1 Night Adults: $460

Youth (10–16): $390March 26April 9, 23 May 13, 20, 28 June 8, 22 July 15, 23August 3, 26 Sept. 2, 16

3 Days/2 Nights Adults: $620Youth (10–16): $525

May 11, 26 June 2, 30 July 6, 27August 13, 18 Sept. 9, 22

Moab Resort Adventure on the Colorado – pg. 19Griffith Extreme

Adventure6 Days/5 Nights

Adults: $1495*Youth (10–16): $1325*Single supplement: $350

May 24, 31June 14, 21July 5

Includes 3 nights at the Gonzo Inn. All meals included.

Raft & ResortAdventure

5 Days/4 Nights

Adults: $1290Youth (10–16): $995Single supplement: $325

April 21May 11June 7 July 13, 21 Aug. 24 • Sept. 14

Includes 1 night at the Gonzo Inn, 2 nights at Red Cliffs Lodge

* Add $150 for scenic air flight return on Cataract trips **$95 Ground transportation option ✝ Add $150 to Desolation Canyon trips for scenic flight to Sand Wash launch.

YAMPA RIVER Yampa – pg. 14

TRIp LENGTH pRICE DATES4 Days/3 Nights Adults: $850**

Youth (10-16): $680**May 19, 23, 27

5 Days/4 Nights Adults: $999**Youth (10-16): $799**

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GREEN RIVER The Gates of Lodore – pg. 18

4 Days/3 Nights Adults: $850**Youth (10-16): $680**

June 5, 11, 16 July 6, 29

John Wesley Powell AdventureGreen & Colorado Rivers – 12 Days/

11 Nights

Adults: $2099* Sept. 6

Labyrinth Canyon by Touring Kayak5 Days/ 4 Nights

Adults: $899✝✝ Sept. 13Oct. 11, 25

$50 discount for Tandem Sea Kayaks.

Family Goes to Camp – pg. 175 Days/ 4 Nights

Adults: $950✝Youth (5–16): $760✝

June 5, 19, 26July 3, 10, 17, 31August 7

SPECIALTY TRIPS Women on Adventure – pg. 23

Cataract Canyon on the Colorado 5 Days/4 Nights

Adults: $1215 July 5

Labyrinth Canyon by Touring Kayak5 Days/4 Nights

Adults: $899 Sept. 27

Writing and Singing Retreat5 Days/4 Nights

Adults: $1430 Aug. 23

Expeditions in Luxury – pg. 21Cataract Canyon on the Colorado

5 Days/4 Nights*Adults: $2299Youth: $1999

May 31July 12

Majestic Canyons of the Green River 5 Days/4 Nights

Adults: $2099Youth: $1850

June 12

2 nights at Gonzo Inn included on Luxury trips

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