canyoneering
noun
can·yon·eer·ing
ˌkan-yə-ˈnir-iŋ 
: the sport of exploring canyons (as by climbing, rappelling, or rafting)
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Professional outfitters with commercial permits are allowed to guide rock climbing and canyoneering trips within Capitol Reef National Park.
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Graham Averill, Outside Online, 28 Oct. 2024
Moab’s backcountry provides a terrific setting for a multi-sport RV adventure and Moab’s vertical landscape offers guests a fantastic introduction to canyoneering and river rafting.
—Everett Potter, Forbes, 16 Aug. 2024
They’re also required for activities like backcountry camping and technical canyoneering.
—Eve Chen, USA TODAY, 20 July 2024
Porto Moniz is known for its breathtaking cliffs, natural pools and forests filled with hiking, cycling and canyoneering opportunities.
—Catherine Garcia, theweek, 8 July 2024
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Graham Averill, Outside Online, 28 Oct. 2024
Moab’s backcountry provides a terrific setting for a multi-sport RV adventure and Moab’s vertical landscape offers guests a fantastic introduction to canyoneering and river rafting.
—Everett Potter, Forbes, 16 Aug. 2024
They’re also required for activities like backcountry camping and technical canyoneering.
—Eve Chen, USA TODAY, 20 July 2024
Porto Moniz is known for its breathtaking cliffs, natural pools and forests filled with hiking, cycling and canyoneering opportunities.
—Catherine Garcia, theweek, 8 July 2024
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“Canyoneering.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/canyoneering. Accessed 25 Dec. 2024.
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