Developing a team mentality in the workplace is a major objective in today’s business world, and taking the time to work specifically on teambuilding outside of the office is an effective way to see real changes. Andrew Carnegie said, “Teamwork is the ability to work together toward a common vision. The ability to direct individual accomplishments toward organizational objectives. It is the fuel that allows common people to attain uncommon results.” This is something that experienced Colorado River rafting guides have observed for years and know for a fact.
White water rafting trips are becoming a popular way for corporate groups to naturally bond and grow together. Co-workers unite in powerful ways on a whitewater trip in the Grand Canyon, spending time together sharing outdoor experiences in a close group. There’s no greater experience than spending days, or a week together, conquering North America’s biggest whitewater rapids of the Colorado River. The inspiring setting, which holds a place in many people’s hearts creates natural enthusiasm, relaxation and a powerful shared sense of accomplishment.
Participants’ communication skills are sure to improve on a Grand Canyon rafting trip. Effective communication is often challenging in the office, with the constant distractions of email, meetings and ringing phones. In the Grand Canyon, there is time for co-workers to disengage from their normal daily responsibilities and truly connect on a more basic level. On the river they have the chance to simply share in new experiences by day, and then hear each person’s input on the day’s adventures. Gathering together in camp each evening for a great meal after a fantastic day of outdoor activities in itself is a powerful relationship building experience. Moira Winter of Arizona River Runners says, “We have been amazed over the years at how we see people’s relationships grow over the course of one of our whitewater trips. Even co-workers who think they know each other from spending time in the office together every day discover a whole new dynamic on the river. We’ve found that corporate groups bond in a really special way out here.”
Arizona River Runners offers a range of Grand Canyon rafting adventures that bring corporate teams together. The Colorado River outfitter’s experienced guides and crew work with teambuilding facilitators to create an excursion tailored to specific goals and objectives. Daily itineraries can include easy to challenging hikes to side canyon streams, swims in refreshing pools under hidden waterfalls, and spectacular lunch settings. Once in camp spirited games and facilitated team building exercises can be arranged, and there is always time to just sit by the river and connect while relaxing in a majestic natural setting.
If your company group is looking for a truly unique and powerful team building experience, white water rafting in the Grand Canyon could be the answer to better communications, increased productivity and a lot more smiles around the office. Your company provides the facilitator and exercises; Arizona River Runners provides all of the equipment, gear, food and river expertise so that participants can get the most out of their team building adventure. No rafting or camping experience required. All people need to do is show up with a sense of adventure and be ready for fun. The guides and the Canyon will do the rest! Developing a team mentality in the workplace is a major objective in today’s business world, and taking the time to work specifically on teambuilding outside of the office is an effective way to see real changes. Andrew Carnegie said, “Teamwork is the ability to work together toward a common vision. The ability to direct individual accomplishments toward organizational objectives. It is the fuel that allows common people to attain uncommon results.” This is something that experienced Colorado River rafting guides have observed for years and know for a fact.
White water rafting trips are becoming a popular way for corporate groups to naturally bond and grow together. Co-workers unite in powerful ways on a whitewater trip in the Grand Canyon, spending time together sharing outdoor experiences in a close group. There’s no greater experience than spending days, or a week together, conquering North America’s biggest whitewater rapids of the Colorado River. The inspiring setting, which holds a place in many people’s hearts creates natural enthusiasm, relaxation and a powerful shared sense of accomplishment.
Participants’ communication skills are sure to improve on a Grand Canyon rafting trip. Effective communication is often challenging in the office, with the constant distractions of email, meetings and ringing phones. In the Grand Canyon, there is time for co-workers to disengage from their normal daily responsibilities and truly connect on a more basic level. On the river they have the chance to simply share in new experiences by day, and then hear each person’s input on the day’s adventures. Gathering together in camp each evening for a great meal after a fantastic day of outdoor activities in itself is a powerful relationship building experience. Moira Winter of Arizona River Runners says, “We have been amazed over the years at how we see people’s relationships grow over the course of one of our whitewater trips. Even co-workers who think they know each other from spending time in the office together every day discover a whole new dynamic on the river. We’ve found that corporate groups bond in a really special way out here.”
Arizona River Runners offers a range of Grand Canyon rafting adventures that bring corporate teams together. The Colorado River outfitter’s experienced guides and crew work with teambuilding facilitators to create an excursion tailored to specific goals and objectives. Daily itineraries can include easy to challenging hikes to side canyon streams, swims in refreshing pools under hidden waterfalls, and spectacular lunch settings. Once in camp spirited games and facilitated team building exercises can be arranged, and there is always time to just sit by the river and connect while relaxing in a majestic natural setting.
If your company group is looking for a truly unique and powerful team building experience, white water rafting in the Grand Canyon could be the answer to better communications, increased productivity and a lot more smiles around the office. Your company provides the facilitator and exercises; Arizona River Runners provides all of the equipment, gear, food and river expertise so that participants can get the most out of their team building adventure. No rafting or camping experience required. All people need to do is show up with a sense of adventure and be ready for fun. The guides and the Canyon will do the rest!
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One of the things that Dan and Mary Lou thought added the most to their experience in the Canyon was the many side hikes that are available. “I strongly recommend that anyone on a Grand Canyon raft trip take all the hikes they offer. You see so much more and experience what the Canyon is all about on the hikes,” Dan says. The Watsons especially enjoyed the magical Elves Chasm, Havasu Creek and swimming in the Little Colorado, as well as the excitement of Hermit and Lava rapids. Looking back on their trip, Dan shares their special appreciation of the ARR guides, saying, “My wife is a two time cancer survivor and would not have gone all the way on a couple of the more difficult hikes if it hadn’t been for the encouragement of the guides. There were a lot of scrambling type hikes, but the guides were GREAT. When my wife or anyone, for that matter, needed a hand they were right there to help.” He concludes, “She was so thankful for both their encouragement and their help. ARR’s guides wanted to ensure she enjoyed the experience to the fullest and they did.”
So what advice would this first time rafter give to someone considering a Grand Canyon 
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