Headwaters Institute: Gathering of the Guides

Join us for the annual gathering of the guides! Headwaters Institute is a fun, interactive full day workshop designed for raft guides and river enthusiasts to learn about geology of the Upper Arkansas River valley, wildlife around the Arkansas River, stream ecology, leave no trace ethics, boating safety, and more!
Registration is $15 for AROA member guides and $25 for the general public or non-AROA guides. Your registration includes a full day of interactive education, free catered lunch, and an after party with free snacks and beer at High Side! Bar & Grill. Click here to register.
This is a waste free event: all attendees must bring their own coffee mug!
GARNA’s community and youth programs empower people with the skills, knowledge, and hands-on experience to connect with and care for the environment. We focus on building relationships – with ourselves, with each other, and with the land – through meaningful experiences and shared learning. By combining empowerment with connections, we help foster a deep sense of responsibility that goes beyond our programs, inspiring lifelong stewardship and active participation in protecting the ecosystems we all depend on.