Helicoptering into the Grand Canyon

Monday, April 11, 2011 by Betty Conner
The easy way in and outGetting guests in and out of the Grand Canyon is half the fun with Western River. There are no roads at mile 188 where we end our 6 & 7 Day Grand Canyon trips -- and begin our lower canyon 3 & 4 Day Grand Canyon whitewater rafting trips. No roads, no...Read More » »

Planning Ahead for a Grand Canyon Tour

Friday, April 1, 2011 by Betty Conner
From: betty@westernriver.com


If you are thinking of doing a Grand Canyon river rafting tour in 2011, you better do some rethinking.  You really should be planning ahead for 2012 as Grand Canyon trips are 99% sold out for Western River Expeditions'...
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Moab, Utah is a Wonderful Surprise

Thursday, March 31, 2011 by Betty Conner
Moab, Utah is a wonderful surprise if you have never been there.  Western River Expeditions offers so many wonderful activities, everything from whitewater rafting to hot air balloon rides.  Also, it is so close to Arches National Park...Read More » »

The Amazing Grand Canyon

Tuesday, April 6, 2010 by Betty Conner
The amazing Grand Canyon     People say rafting the Grand Canyon is a life changing event.  In my case, it was literally true.  After being married for 21 years, I found myself divorced and totally lost.  I had no idea who I was any longer.  My whole identity had been as...Read More » »