WHITEWATER GUMOTEX SUMMER JAM 2026

May 24, 2026 | Glenwood Springs, CO
A FULL DAY OF RIVER SKILLS, RAFTING & LIVE MUSIC
FREE ENTRY WITH RSVP

Demo rides

Every hour, 10 AM – 5 PM

3 Workshops

Led by expert river guides

Glenwood Springs

2000 Devereux Rd, CO

Live Music

Evening from 7 PM

Food & Beer

All day on site

A day on the WATER
built for the community

Whether you’re an experienced paddler or stepping into an inflatable boat for the first time, Colorado Paddle Day is your chance to test premium Gumotex boats in real river conditions, learn from expert guides, and connect with your local outdoor community.

One day. Workshops, demos, competition, live music, food, and beer. Registration is free – spots are limited.

9:00 AM – all day

Venue opens + boat demos

10:00 – 11:00 AM

Workshop: Overnight trip packing Max 12 participants

How to pack for an overnight trip

REGISTRATION REQUIRED

11:00 AM – 12:00 PM

Workshop: Class 4+ packing Max 12 participants

How to pack for a Class 4+ trip

REGISTRATION REQUIRED

12:00 – 2:00 PM

Intro to Swiftwater #1 Max 8 participants

Session 01

REGISTRATION REQUIRED

3:00 – 5:00 PM

Intro to Swiftwater #2 Max 8 participants

Session 01

REGISTRATION REQUIRED

5:30 – 7:00 PM

Competition: Throwbag, Balance & Knots Open to all attendees

7:00 – 9:00 PM

Live music – Silas Herman & The Tone Unit Food & beer on site

10:00 PM

End of event

Learn from the best

All workshops are led by experienced guides from Whitewater Rafting LLC. Swift water sessions are run by instructors who train other river guides. Spots are strictly limited – register early.

Hit the rapids

Whitewater Rafting LLC
Commercial rafting at the event is operated by Whitewater Rafting LLC – one of the most experienced outfitters on the Colorado River.

Rafting slots must be booked directly through their reservation system. Availability is independent from the Paddle Day registration.

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