What are Biz & Raft Adventures all about?
- Forward One's "Business and Rafting" (B&R) started as a unique alternative for business people to network. It has since morphed into a business leadership experience and is less about networking. Now we concentrate on building relationships with participants whether they are coworkers, direct reports, vendors, customers or family.
- B&R creates an active adventurous environment that brings people together in a way that a routine breakfast or lunch meeting can not.
- We spend a few hours in a raft shooting the rapids on the Arkansas River and then eat lunch together while participating in a leadership development discussion/presentation.
- I purposely keep these events small (up to 6 participants) in order to help you get the most out of each session.
Here is how you benefit:
- Fun and adventure.
- Shared experiences and growing relationships (Trust is the foundation for building a high performance team)
- Education to help you and your organization grow.
- Bonus: A follow up coaching session with each individual to help you apply what you learn.
Dwight Grant
Host & Guide
JOIN US THIS SUMMER
Theme for the Day: The 6 Types of Working Genius
1. Learn about the 6 types of working genius.
2. Discuss the 3 things that have to happen for work to get done.
3. Discover common pitfalls that derail meetings.
4. Review individual working genius assessments
5. Observe the team map for working genius
6. Identify next steps
1. Learn about the 6 types of working genius.
2. Discuss the 3 things that have to happen for work to get done.
3. Discover common pitfalls that derail meetings.
4. Review individual working genius assessments
5. Observe the team map for working genius
6. Identify next steps
Who is eligible to participate?
- Business Owners & their Colleagues
- VIP Customers or Individuals that could become a customer/donor
- Leadership Team Members
- Key Suppliers/Vendors
- Non-profit leaders at the Director level or above
- High performance/strategic team members
- Anyone that you believe could benefit from time with you on the river.
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What is included?
TOTAL $2000 |
Bonus! Follow up coaching session value $250 ea. |
A bit about me
Schedule Your Day On The River
FAQ
Where Will We Meet? Can You provide Directions?
We will meet at Journey Quest headquarters at 559 County Rd 3A Unit #B Canon City CO 81212
DRIVING DIRECTIONS
DRIVING DIRECTIONS
At what time will we meet?
We meet at 9:00 am at the Journey Quest office. It will take about 1 1/2 hours from downtown Colorado Springs. Be sure to leave early enough to arrive on time. The day will wrap up about 4:00pm.
What happens if it rains? Do you ever cancel trips?
Trips will run through all weather conditions. We do not cancel trips. This applies to the group as well. You may want to have a waiting list or alternatives for unexpected problems that may prevent crew members from participating.
Can I get a refund?
No refunds are available for the Business & Rafting trips. The trip may be rescheduled on a case by case basis due to emergency situations.
What do we need to bring with us?
Shorts or Modest Swimsuit
Nylon or Polyester T-Shirt
Sport Sandals or Water Shoes (full-straps, no flip flops or Crocs)
Light fleece shirt or jacket (preferably not cotton)
Sunglasses
Eyeglass Retainers
Sunscreen & Lip Balm (SPF 15+)
Insect Repellent
Spending money for snacks, tee shirts, etc.
Towel, Change of Clothes, and Dry Shoes for Travel
Nylon or Polyester T-Shirt
Sport Sandals or Water Shoes (full-straps, no flip flops or Crocs)
Light fleece shirt or jacket (preferably not cotton)
Sunglasses
Eyeglass Retainers
Sunscreen & Lip Balm (SPF 15+)
Insect Repellent
Spending money for snacks, tee shirts, etc.
Towel, Change of Clothes, and Dry Shoes for Travel
Will we need to sign a release form?
Yes, whitewater rafting is an adventure sport and there are inherent risks. All participants will be required to sign a release form prior to the trip. If you would like to review/sign the form prior to the trip departure you may do so here.
Are You a licensed River Outfitter?
Journey Quest is a licensed river outfitter in the state of Colorado and has a special use agreement to operate on the Arkansas River. I (Dwight) have 10 seasons of professional guiding experience and another 15 seasons of private rafting experience and am a certified guide/guide instructor in the state of CO. All commercial trips that I lead are conducted through Journey Quest.
Can you handle larger groups? Id love to bring my entire team!
Absolutely! If you had a great time and you want to bring a larger group, Journey Quest can help you pull that off. They can easily handle groups of up to 80 or more at a time. To organize a group go here to get all the information you will need.
What Makes this trip different?
Anyone in reasonable health can go river rafting. What makes this unique is that we are rafting with the express purpose of helping you accomplish your business objectives. Instead of renting an offsite venue, the river serves as our meeting place and I (Dwight) act as captain and facilitator for the day.
Is it safe?
In a word, No.
But...
It's good wholesome fun and adventure!
I have been leading rafting trips for over 25 years and have never had a serious accident.
I have been through both Rescue 3 and American Canoe Association (ACA) Swiftwater Rescue training and was an ACA instructor for over 5 years. I am also a certified raft guide trainer in the state of Colorado.
While the river is wild and "stuff" can happen, I make your safety a top priority.
But...
It's good wholesome fun and adventure!
I have been leading rafting trips for over 25 years and have never had a serious accident.
I have been through both Rescue 3 and American Canoe Association (ACA) Swiftwater Rescue training and was an ACA instructor for over 5 years. I am also a certified raft guide trainer in the state of Colorado.
While the river is wild and "stuff" can happen, I make your safety a top priority.
Can Beginners Participate?
Absolutely! We provide training along the way and you will be surprised by how quickly you learn to paddle as a team with your fellow crew members. About half of our participants have never been whitewater rating before.
What if a team member is afraid of water and does not want to Raft?
It is not uncommon for someone to be uncomfortable around moving water. See the answer to Can Beginners participate and Is it Safe. If after discussing everything you still have someone unwilling to Raft we can make accommodations. The individual can still participate by joining the shuttle driver, taking pictures and cheering the team on through the rapids from a safe location on shore. If there is more than 1-2 non-rafters then it would be better for us to do a land based seminar.
Do I have to pay My employees to go Rafting
You should check with HR and your legal counsel to be 100% sure on this, but our understanding is that if this is a work related event/training then it would be subject to regular wages if the participants are non-exempt.
How Much Does B&R Cost Per participant
The B&R event is a flat rate of $2,000 for up to 6 participants. The rate does not change based on the number of participants. If you have a larger group you can contact us for special pricing.
Does this event count as a business expense?
We believe it does since we charge the same amount for a full day inhouse seminar. We are not accountants so be sure to check with your CPA on what is and isn't deductible.