Discover the quality of equipment that is offered only on a Sheri Griffith Expeditions trip. Our equipment is top of the line, state of the art and in good repair. Cozy, clean sleeping bags; river rafting specific sleeping pads; clean, roomy and easy to setup tents are all provided for you, free of charge. We provide comfortable chairs, umbrellas, horseshoes, and camp games for entertainment and relaxing.
Oarboats
These are inflatable rafts (approx. 17 – 18 feet in length) the guides 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.
Trips that feature Oarboats:
Paddleboats
These are inflatable rafts (approx. 15 – 16 feet in length) manned by guests and their paddles. The guide gives instruction and navigates from the back of the boat.
Trips that feature Paddleboats
- Sights of Cataract Canyon (in low water)
- The Yampa River
- Family River Trips on the Green River
- Gates of Lodore
- Wild Westwater Canyon (in Low Water)
Motorized Jrigs
These inflatable rafts (23 feet in length) are motorized and move faster down river. The guide operates the motor from the rear of the raft. They are much larger than the other rafts and are considered to be the most stable. These rafts are used on the Cataract Canyon 2, 3 and 4 day trips only.
Trips that feature Motorized Jrigs
Inflatable Kayaks
These small inflatable rafts are manned by 1 or 2 guests with their double-ended paddles. There are no guides in these crafts. The IK’s are a great way to get up close and personal with the whitewater. They are available to rent for most of our trips. IK’s are provide for the group on the Green River, and Yampa River trips.
Trips that feature Inflatable Kayaks
- Sights of Cataract Canyon (in low water)
- The Yampa River
- Family River Trips on the Green River
- Gates of Lodore
- Wild Westwater Canyon (in Low Water)
Touring Kayaks
These hard-hulled boats have a keel and rudder, are manned by 1 or 2 guests with their double-bladed paddles and are easily maneuverable in moving water. (Not for whitewater use.) There are no guides in these crafts, so it is up to the guest to maneuver the boat. Kayakers follow instructions from guides in nearby kayaks or rafts.
Trips that feature Touring Kayaks
The Sheri Griffith Camping Equipment
All Sheri Griffith Expeditions 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. We provide enough civilization for anyone to be comfortable on our river rafting trips. All our equipment is top quality, state of the art and in great condition. You need not worry about packing anything but your personal items, We provide all the camping equipment:
- Roomy tents that are easy to set up.
- Freshly laundered sleeping bags provide warmth on cool evenings.
- Large sleeping pad for comfortable sleeping at night.
- Water-resistant bags help keep your personal items out of the sand and water.
- A personal day-use bag keeps important items handy during the day.
- Larger Camp chairs offer comfortable seating while in camp.
- Personal Souvenir Mug for hot and cold beverages
