Yellow-billed Cuckoo Habitat Float

Description

The YBCU Habitat Float: Where Science Meets Adventure

Hosted by Western Biology & Western Slope SUP

Elevate your workshop experience with an exclusive 10-mile journey through the heart of Yellow-billed Cuckoo habitat. This isn’t just a river trip; it’s an immersive field session from a vantage point few ever see.

The Experience: Navigate the Gunnison River while engaging in conversations with cuckoo experts and fellow ornithologists. Come see for yourself why this incredible valley remains one of the last western refuges for this iconic species.

Trip Essentials

• The Route: 10 miles of scenic river access.

• Duration: 4.5 hours (includes shuttle, safety instruction, and guided tour).

• Difficulty: Beginner (Class I rapids).

• Ages: 18+ only.

What’s Included

• Expert Insight: A focused, riverside cuckoo presentation.

• Premium Gear: All necessary river equipment. Complimentary wetsuits, booties, and splash tops available for the first 15 registrants.

• The After-Party: Two happy hour drinks on the Western Slope SUP patio following the float.

Logistics & Booking

• Date: June 18, 2026 (Scheduled for 1:30 PM – 6:00 PM following the Survey Protocol Field Session).

• Meet Location: Western Slope SUP, 328 B West Bridge Street, Hotchkiss, CO.

• Price: $150 per person.