Canyonlands by Night

12/18/2024

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11/28/2024

Wishing you the warmth of the season today and every day.

10/26/2024

Only two days left this season to enjoy the Sound and Light Show. Don't miss your chance.

10/22/2024

Last week of boat tours for the season! Last night is Oct. 28th!

10/07/2024

Smokey River Vibes tonight. The canyons are glowing pink.

09/19/2024

Captain Ron's photos show how amazing the full moon looks from the river. It was epic and a true thrill for everyone on board!

09/04/2024

Tried an e-bike? It's a great way to explore the numerous trails in Moab. Try it for yourself! Only $10 per hour.

09/03/2024

09/02/2024

Happy Labor Day! We hope everyone is enjoying their time!

08/31/2024

Captain Ron does it again! He's been enjoying the dark skies and getting some fantastic photos of the Milky Way! Take a look at these amazing pictures!

08/24/2024

Wow!

08/18/2024

Here are some amazing photos taken by Captain Ron of the awesome lightening we had with today's storm. 🤩

08/17/2024

Try the Saturday Special!! It's so yummy!

Come try our special Spicy Pulled Pork Grilled Cheese. 🤤
Only available today and get 20% off!
See you soon! 💨

07/28/2024

Hey River Lovers! 🌊 Don't forget to write in your comments!!
The Colorado River needs your help! A proposed Management Plan by Forestry, Fire, and State Lands could impact our beloved river adventures and local economy.

👉 Act Now! Send your comments to the CRCMP Planning Committee and make your voice heard!
📧 Email: [email protected]
📅 Deadline: July 29th, 2024

Read the plan: https://storymaps.arcgis.com/stories/6aad5a8496984578bf91ad6e8db2d624

Let’s keep the Colorado River vibrant and accessible for everyone!
Thank you for your support! 💙

Key Points we oppose:

1. Data Collection and Stakeholder Input
The assertion that the management framework was developed based on stakeholder input and thorough data analysis is ungrounded. The data collection process was neither comprehensive nor unbiased. Many data collection points and user types were excluded, making the data one-sided. Additionally, the stakeholder input used did not encompass all relevant parties, focusing disproportionately on government agencies and special interest groups.

2. Inaccurate Data Representation
The CMP’s vision to integrate public input and new recreational use data into responsible management strategies is flawed due to skewed data collection. The survey indicated that only 12.4% of river users encountered commercial motorized boats, yet this issue is given undue emphasis. Moreover, the survey's questions may have led respondents to negative perceptions, with 44.2% stating encounters with commercial boats detracted from their experience.

3. Survey Methodology Concerns
The data collection excluded significant private boater access points on the Colorado River, such as Canyonlands By Night and Red Cliffs Lodge. In contrast, similar points were used on the Green River. Additionally, the sociodemographic data lacks depth, failing to account for geographic proximity to survey locations, thus potentially misrepresenting the true local impact and opinions.

4. Management Actions and Regulation
The management actions proposed are based on biased data and lack diverse sampling. Additionally, the CMP’s goals seem to unfairly target commercial operators while overlooking the challenges in regulating private users who may not adhere to size and usage restrictions. Limiting groups to 25 people down the Daily section.

5. Jurisdiction and Permit Conditions
There are inconsistencies in FFSL’s jurisdiction and management actions, especially regarding camping restrictions upstream to the Utah-Colorado state line. The conditions for terminating permits are also overly stringent, providing little recourse for permittees to address and rectify breaches.

6. Group Size Restrictions
The proposed group size restrictions of 25 are arbitrary and not uniformly applied across different river segments, leading to potential confusion and unfair restrictions on commercial operators.

7. Public Comments and Special Interest Influence
The public comments received exhibit a common theme, suggesting a coordinated effort by special interest groups, thereby skewing the feedback process.

In conclusion, the Colorado River CMP, as it stands, presents several issues that undermine its efficacy and fairness. We urge you to reconsider the plan, taking into account a more comprehensive and unbiased data collection process, equitable stakeholder representation, and fair management actions that do not disproportionately impact commercial operators.

07/28/2024

We took time this week to get out on the river for our employee appreciation float. There was a lot of laughs, a few sunburns and tons of shenanigans! Here's a look at some of the wonderful employees that took part in the fun!

07/25/2024

We're closed today, but we'll be back tomorrow!! Sorry for any inconvenience!

07/20/2024

How about trying tubing on the Colorado River for your weekend plan? It's a fun and thrilling activity that will surely make your weekend memorable!
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