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Rivers and Brews on the Chama with Bosque Brewing Company

River
Rio Chama
Duration
Multi Day
Minimum Age 21
Meals
yes
Price
$595

About the trip

New Mexico River Adventures is thrilled to have Albuquerque’s own Bosque Brewing Company join us for our annual River and Brews trip down the Wild and Scenic Rio Chama! This trip meets at Bode's General Store at 8am on the first day and you can plan on returning to Bode's sometime between 3 and 5pm on the third day. Please note that the Rio Chama is a dam release section of river and while we do a good job of predicting flows prior to the trip, we are not always guaranteed runnable releases from the Bureau of Reclamation. Please call for more details or to reserve your space on this amazing trip.

  • Explore the iconic Rio Chama Wilderness
  • Beer pairings from award winning breweries nightly
  • Amazing forested camps at the base of towering desert canyon walls

This trip meets at Bode’s General Store, an iconic landmark in Northern New Mexico. Bode’s has offered safe parking for Rio Chama rafters for decades. Bode’s is in the heart of the artists village of Abiquiu, NM which is a mere 1 hour drive from Santa Fe and 1.25 hour drive from Taos. Plan on arriving early to enjoy their famous breakfast burritos and grab any last minute items you may be missing including beer and drinks.

For directions to Bode’s General Store click here!

Can you accommodate my dietary restrictions?
We will do our best! We have carefully crafted our menus to be inclusive of a variety of dietary preferences.

Do I need my own camping equipment?
No, although lots of guests choose to bring their own sleeping bags, we can provide you with a sleeping bag, sleeping pad and tent to share with other members of your group for no extra charge. Just be sure to indicate on your individual trip registration form what gear you would like us to provide and we’ll make sure your covered.

What is the cancellation policy?
For our Rio Grande overnight trips and for groups of more than 18 participants, no refunds are offered inside of 14 days before your trip date and for our Rio Chama overnight trips, no refunds are offered within 30 days of your scheduled trip date. If you cancel outside of these time frames, you will be eligible for a full refund.

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WHAT TO EXPECT

Join us for this 3-day adventure with our friends from Bosque Brewing Company, one of New Mexico’s finest breweries. The crafty folks at Bosque will join us for three spectacular days on the river capped off each night with their most delicious offerings. The Rio Chama is one of America’s treasured wilderness rivers. This pristine desert river canyon is a true treasure of the southwest and we are extremely lucky to have it so close to home. The Rio Chama is best known for its towering desert canyon walls, fun Class II/III rapids, amazing riverside camps, and plentiful wildlife. It is the perfect river trip and the perfect place to enjoy Bosque’s acclaimed brews. You’ll spend your days running the Rio Chama’s rapids, enjoying the gorgeous views, and spotting the plentiful wildlife as well as plenty of stops for hiking and exploring the many side canyons and vistas along the river. Once you arrive at camp, you will have the opportunity to unwind riverside with one of New Mexico’s most delicious beers in your hand.

Here is a quick description of the brewery in their own words:
‘At Bosque Brewing Company, we craft beers that can be enjoyed, debated and discussed at length by everyone from Master Cicerones to burgeoning craft drinkers, and we look to create an inclusive community space that brings individuals together through the power of great beer and great conversation. We take pride in pushing the boundaries and norms of craft beer while remaining true to our values and sense of community. We partner with local businesses, growers and charities to deepen our commitment to New Mexico and stay true to the area that has supported our growth for over five years. We look forward to continuing to create revolutionary products while curating spaces where people feel that they are an integral part of our story.’ Sounds good to us!!

New Mexico River Adventures works tirelessly to provide their guests with the highest quality river adventures in New Mexico and beyond. With a variety of specialty trips to choose from and daily departures on the world famous Taos Box and Racecourse sections of the Rio Grande, NMRA is leading the way in a fresh and new approach to outdoor adventures in New Mexico. Stop by our headquarters in Embudo or give us a call to see for yourself what great adventures we have in store for you!

“Let the fish drink the water.
I want a beer!”
― Anthony T. Hincks

Price includes everything from the time we meet you at Bode’s general store at 8 a.m. until we return on the 3rd day at around 4 p.m. If guests require sleeping bags, pads and tents for camping we can provide at no extra charge. Each night will have a tasting presentation and pairing with appetizers and dinner.

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