3/3/2026, A New Chapter on the River…
2026 and the Story of Way to Moab
Life has a way of turning pages when you least expect it.
For 25 years, I worked full-time on a family farm in Wisconsin. Agriculture teaches you patience. It teaches you rhythm. It teaches you how to read the land, respect the seasons, and work hard even when the outcome isn’t guaranteed. Eventually, after decades of early mornings and long harvest days, I “retired” from the farm — not because I was finished working, but because I felt called toward something new.
Last June, my family and I made the move to Moab, Utah.
The red rock canyons, the Colorado River, the wide-open desert sky — they felt different from the fields I knew so well, but somehow familiar. The land still speaks here. The river has its own rhythm. The geology tells stories that are millions of years old. It didn’t take long to realize that this place wasn’t just a destination. It was a new chapter.
That chapter is Way to Moab.
Although this is my first year guiding full-time, I’ve run “The Daily” stretch of the Colorado River numerous times and continue building experience with every launch. I’m obtaining my Wilderness First Responder certification this week and am committed to ongoing safety training. I’m also actively bringing on experienced guides — people who know the river well — to ensure every trip is both safe and memorable.
Way to Moab may be new under my leadership, but it’s built on respect for the river and the responsibility that comes with guiding others through it.
Our trips are intentionally relaxed. The Daily offers mostly calm water with the occasional splashy, bumpy rapid — up to Class III at most. It’s the kind of stretch where you can take a breath, look up at Fisher Towers, admire the La Sal Mountains in the distance, and talk about the geology that shaped Professor Valley. It’s not just about running rapids. It’s about slowing down long enough to see where you are.
You’ll float beneath ancient sandstone walls. You’ll hear stories about the history of the river corridor. You might spot wildlife. You’ll definitely experience the kind of quiet that only a canyon can provide.
We keep our trips as flexible and private as possible. If one group books, it feels personal. If two groups share a boat, it feels communal. Either way, we aim to create an experience that feels unhurried and authentic.
2026 feels like the beginning of a new book in my life. Leaving the farm wasn’t about walking away from something — it was about walking toward something. Toward adventure. Toward guiding. Toward sharing the beauty of this canyon country with others.
If you’re looking for a relaxing float with a few splashy moments, stunning red rock scenery, and time to truly take in Moab’s landscape — we’d be honored to welcome you aboard.
Here’s to new chapters, new rivers, and the stories still waiting to be told.
Welcome to Way to Moab.