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<\/a><\/p>\n\u201cRivers connect all of us, and that\u2019s part of the reason river trips are so healing. It\u2019s that deep connection to the people on the journey with you and the wildness of the landscape that surrounds you,\u201d O.A.R.S. Founder and President George Wendt said. \u201cThere\u2019s real engagement from the last discussion of the evening to the first cup of coffee and conversation in the morning. There\u2019s human contact, they are building bonds and sharing an adventure.\u201d<\/p>\n
This rafting adventure is a unique national park experience that taps into the restorative power of wilderness and offers four days of fun Class III whitewater, scenery that rivals the Grand Canyon, gorgeous side-hikes, comfy beach campsites, hearty and delicious meals prepared by professional river guides, and an opportunity to relax with fellow travel companions.<\/p>\n
In 2014, O.A.R.S. hosted a pilot trip for military service members and veterans. Adan Gallegos, one of the trip participants, wrote: \u201cThis experience was physically, mentally and emotionally challenging. I felt as if my self-confidence, pride, and trust was building each day that passed. Most activities on and off the river were used as metaphors for daily life experiences in pursuit of individual and group excellence\u2026 I experienced courage, brotherhood and a real sense of power and competence while on this event.\u201d<\/p>\n
Christopher S. Moore, a participant on a different trip, had this to say about his journey: \u201cBeing a wounded warrior I have been on quite a few trips that have been amazing but I have to say there have been none as cleansing of the soul as this trip. I had the opportunity to laugh, cry and let some very serious situations leave my soul for good and it was because of the people, the river, and nature itself.\u201d<\/p>\n
O.A.R.S. has opened the application process to U.S. military service members and veterans who have sustained an injury\u2014physical or mental\u2014in the line of duty on or after September 11, 2001. To learn more and request a spot on a 2016 trip, visit: http:\/\/www.oars.com\/warriors\/.<\/p>\n
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About O.A.R.S.
\nIn 1969 O.A.R.S. became the first exclusively non-motorized rafting outfitter authorized by the National Park Service to run trips on the Colorado River through the Grand Canyon. Today O.A.R.S. caters to active travelers of all ages and abilities with more than 75 unique itineraries worldwide, including one-day and weekend escapes. Each year the company contributes to regional conservation organizations around the globe via voluntary donations and annual fundraising events and in partnership with their guests, O.A.R.S. has contributed more than $3.5 million in donations and fees toward the preservation of the environment and to various conservation initiatives since the company\u2019s inception. For more information on O.A.R.S.\u2019 eco-friendly adventures visit www.oars.com, email the company at info@oars.comor call 1-800-346-6277.<\/p>\n
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