Ladies Outdoor Trips.

Raft. Rescue. Adventure.

Rafting and swiftwater clinics. Made for women, led by women.

Big Water Babes is a community of ladies growing their skillset in the outdoors, empowering each other.

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    Colorado Swiftwater Rescue and Rafting Skills Clinic

    May 23-25 2026, Gunnison, Colorado

    Join Mia and Caroline for a 2-day ACA Level 4 Swiftwater Rescue clinic, with an optional whitewater rafting skills-based adventure after!

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    Montana Raft & Rescue Adventure

    May 29-31 2026, Blackfoot River near Missoula, MT

    Mia and Caroline are so excited to bring you this 3-day clinic! This is a women’s only ACA Level 4 Swiftwater Rescue clinic and includes a day spent rafting on the Blackfoot River!

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  • womens adventure travel

    Private Trips

    Dream vacation for you and your besties! Is there a river or a mountain anywhere in the world you've been dying to explore? Let us know and we will plan an AMAZING trip for 6-14 people, and be there with you for the adventure!

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  • "Big Water Babes made me fall in love with whitewater, fall in love with myself, and fall in love with the ebbs and flows of what it means to be a learner and a novice. I am so grateful for the patience and individual check-ins, the acknowledgment of the barrier to entry, the understanding of boundaries, and the encouragement to continue getting out there. This space was the safest I have felt as a woman who spends most of her time in the outdoors. I have always loved boating and whitewater, but have been used to defaulting to the men in the groups I have been in, I now know I can default to myself."

    Chloe, Big Water Babes guest

  • "Taking the Big Water Babes raft and rescue course is without a doubt the best thing I've ever done to boost my safety and confidence on rivers! Mia and Caroline are super experienced, knowledgeable, and encouraging. It's obvious that these ladies have a passion for teaching and building community in the outdoors. When practicing new skills in the course, (especially skills I'm weak at, like the throw bag) I was not afraid to fail; I knew all of the Babes would have my back and tell me to keep practicing! I have so much practical knowledge now and I can't wait to get out on a raft again ASAP. Passenger princess NO MORE. If you're a girly that spends time on rivers you better sign up for the next course these ladies offer, you won't regret it. "

    Emily, Big Water Babes Guest

  • "A major highlight of my year was joining Big Water Babes for an epic river trip. I would 100% recommend a Big Water Babes trip to all my lady friends. It’s a guaranteed great time!"

    —Lexie, Big Water Babes guest

  • "This trip was amazing in every way! Would definitely recommend this trip to any solo woman or small crew of ladies that is looking for an awesome adventure in the great outdoors! "

    —Madison, Big Water Babes guest

  • "Went into this trip knowing one person and feeling semi nervous about that but there was never an awkward moment of feeling like I only knew one person. Laughing (lots of laughing) telling jokes and playing games! Caroline and Mia never missed a beat- yes they were our trip leaders but also were the first to keep the vibes high and make sure we all had a great time!!

    —Tea, Big Water Babes guest

  • "Mia and Caroline expertly foster opportunities for women to come together to learn new skills and/or refine the ones they already have, and empower women to feel confident in the backcountry!"

    —Nina, Big Water Babes guest

  • "Everyone should go on a trip or take a class from Mia and Caroline from Big Water Babes! I appreciated the hands on learning environment, being able to practice our skills throughout the whole weekend. Of course, the all ladies group was A++++! It creates a compassionate, supportive, ego free environment for people of all different skill levels and experiences."

    Ellie, Big Water Babes guest

  • "I don't know how, but the way Caroline explained knots made more sense to me than anyone else who's tried to explain knots. Both Mia and Caroline are fantastic instructors!! I definitely would recommend this course for anyone who needs or wants swiftwater training."

    Bryn, Big Water Babes guest

About Big Water Babes

We’re here to empower and teach women about the outdoors by bringing them on rafting trips and offering technical education.

We are Mia and Caroline, founders, best friends, guides, and outdoor educators.

Big Water Babes is a female founded and operated business. We provide ACA Swiftwater Rescue courses, skills clinics, and retreat style trips. We empower women to push themselves further into the outdoors through educationally rooted adventures.

Big Water Babes is a women-centered, trans- and non-binary-inclusive community.

We also offer private, fully curated trips for you and your friends to the destination of your dreams!

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