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Brining the senses alive in
nature… Experience an adventurous sojourn into nature where every
sense comes alive--the smells, the incredible sights, the natural sounds and
the feel of the river and her canyons. There is the ultimate sense out here:
the sense of self. Nature enriches our lives; the sound of the river flowing,
the sight of a golden eagle soaring along the canyon wall, the smell of the
Earth after the rain, the texture of red sandstone. Join a nature expedition
guided by extensively trained and highly committed Riverwomen. We know this
country and enjoy sharing it with you, allowing nature to be a part of your
life.
Journey down the river, run
challenging rapids, view the most scenic canyons on earth, and listen to the
sounds of nature. Expand your positive experience with yourself and other women
through a wilderness journey. These journeys are incredible opportunities to
bond with women in an atmosphere of fun, adventure, challenge and mutual trust.
They offer the perfect chance to do something women do not do often
enough…play in the outdoors.
A River Lost to Drought Returns to The
Southwest!
The
Dolores River is
Back!!!
For the first time in over five years
the Dolores River in southwest Colorado is going to have enough water to float.
The Dolores River is a Wild & Scenic River with renowned rapids and
spectacular alpine to red rock scenery. This may be one of the last chances to
raft this rarely scene stretch of river.
The Dolores River is controlled by
the Bureau of Reclamation, which manages the water through the McPhee Dam near
Dolores, Colorado. With the drought of the last five years there has not been
enough water in the McPhee Reservoir to allow any to go downstream. With the
above normal snow pack in the San Juan Mountains, the Bureau of Reclamation is
predicting a 40 day rafting season on the Dolores River in 2005.
The Dolores River travels from the
alpine high-country of the San Juan Mountains, then quickly drops into towering
red rock cliffs. Along with the amazing change in geology is a very diverse
plant community. The large Douglas Firs give way to Pinon and Juniper trees as
the river flows downstream.
Sheri Griffith Expeditions is offering
two 3-day Dolores
River trips and one
5-day Dolores River
trip on the upper section of the Dolores River this year. This is an
excellent, and potentially, last opportunity to see a seldom run river with
professional river guides.
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Super Guide Highlight
~ Jamie Molten
Jamie is Sheri Griffith Expeditions'
enthusiastic and always laughing "Super Guide" of the Month. Jamie has been
with SGE for 5 years and a river guide for 6. Her never ending humor and
constant attention to detail make her a favorite of management, fellow guides,
and guests alike. Jamie has a remarkable ability to communicate which makes her
one of SGE's best Trip Leaders. What she may lack in physical stature is more
than made up for by her booming voice, most often heard laughing or talking
about Native American petroglyphs.
The Yampa River and the Gates of
Lodore on the Green River, both located in the Dinosaur National Monument, are
where Jamie will, for the most part, be found this season. She possesses an
in-depth knowledge of this unique area and happily shares it with everyone on
each trip.
Jamie's Fun Facts
- Jamie's Favorite River Meal: Fajitas-they're
always good!
- Jamie's Favorite Hike: Jones Hole in the
Gates of Lodore because it's so beautiful and there is some much to see
- Jamie's Favorite River Stretch: The Gates of Lodore on the
Green River
- Why: It's an all around breathtaking
trip-tall canyon walls, exceptional whitewater, beautiful hikes, amazing camps
- Nickname: Hime
- Jamie's River Talent: She says it has to be
her booming voice, "Everyone hears me even though they may not see me!"
Desert Wildflowers
Each spring the desert comes alive
with wildflowers and blooming plants. Desert plants have adapted to the
extremes of heat and aridity by developing a lifestyle that conforms to the
seasons. Desert wildflowers and blooming plants often survive by remaining
dormant during dry periods of the year, then springing into bloom when water
becomes available. Some may remain dormant underground for several years
waiting for adequate winter rains to awaken them.
With the winter's large of amount
rainfall and snow in the Southwest, this spring is bringing an extraordinary
opportunity to see the desert in bloom. Wildflowers are best viewed on early
season trips in May and June. The enormous cactus fields in
Cataract Canyon
will be a sight to see this year. 
"I had no idea what
to expect. My friend with whom I came is the adventurous one, and it was her
idea. I was very pleased, and would definitely do this again and would
recommend it to others." ~ Trinka Jeffery, April Westwater Canyon Trip
"The best-just
wonderful. Memorable." ~ Marilyn Nelson, June Women's Westwater Canyon
Trip
"The
professionalism of our guides & their ability to be kind & concerned as
well as fun-loving made it a great trip." ~ Judy Pauker, July Westwater
Canyon Trip
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