Durango offers the best of the best. Outdoor recreation, shopping, dining, and of course history! Check out some more fun facts about over favorite town: Jack Dempsey fought Andy Malloy on October 7, 1915 at the Jarvis Suites Hotel. Dempsey, born in southern Colorado, became the heavy weight boxing champion in 1919. The Iron Horse […]

As the summer starts to wind down, the river comes down too, and the most popular form of transportation on Durango’s Lower Animas River is…TUBING! There are a few things to keep in mind concerning safety that will help to keep your tubing experience fun. Know where to put on and take off the river! […]

Even though we’re not at high water anymore, there are still multiple ways to experience and enjoy our local river! As stated by our fearless leader, Big Al: It is a huge benefit on a lower snow pack year for us to have the opportunity to offer a larger variety of trip options that we […]

I am someone who has experienced many days of my life on rivers, in both extreme and mild terrain. Whether I am kayaking the great Zambizi River or Tubing down the friendly Animas, rivers consistently fulfill my craving for adventure. The other day I had the opportunity to try the newest water sport craze: stand […]

Durango has a long and rich history, and a lot of stories to tell! Check out some of these fun facts about Durango below. The name Durango comes from the Basque word “Urango”, which means “water town”. This name is fitting for Durango, as the Animas River runs through town. The Denver & Rio Grande […]

Here at Mild to Wild we know what it means to be a family. We were founded on family values seventeen years ago and once you join the team, you’re immediately accepted into the Mild to Wild crew. We also know that it can be difficult to get a family together and moving, and for […]

Check out these local events during the month of October! October 3 - 8: Fort Lewis College Homecoming Week & Family Weekend October 6 – 9: Durango Heritage Celebration – Commemorating Durango’s diverse history, focusing on the period from the town’s incorporation in 1881 – 1912. October 7: Working with the Hummingbirds - Reception from 5 […]

Here’s what’s going on in Durango this September! September 13, 20, 27: The Docents of the Durango Arts Center’s Featured Presentations – From 10am - 11am at the DAC. September 16 - 18: Telluride Blues & Brews Festival – A three-day celebration of live blues and microbrews, over 20 national touring bands, over 50 microbreweries […]

What is the Number One Reason to Take a Jeep Trail Tour this Fall? The spectacular Colorado fall colors in the High Country. Take in the sights of Aspen leaves turning to gold with contrasting red Gambel oak brush and green Lodgepole Pines! We have three great options: Ghost Town Tour La Plata Canyon Tour […]

Looking for a fun way to stay in shape and have a GREAT time? Check out Ultimate Frisbee! It’s kind of like Frisbee and kind of like football, but more fun than both! Durango and the surrounding areas are full of Frisbee folk who love to share the game with beginners and pros alike. There […]