Top Utah Classes & Workshops

Forge your own hand-made knife in this fun and unique bladesmithing class. Under the tutelage of a private instructor, learn about the history of blacksmithing and get familiar with tools of the trade like hammers, anvils, and forges. After a quick safety lesson, it’s time to make your own straight-back or tanto-style blade. Your instructor demonstrates each step and offers guidance along the way.

This unique experience will leave you with a personal moment that you have the joy of knowing you made it yourself with your own two hands. We don't do the work for you, we guide you through each step while each person makes their own treasure.

The Two Day Tower Clinic provides an opportunity go where very few others have been. For those looking to eventually explore these towers on their own, it provides instruction to start navigating multi-pitch and tower environments efficiently and with proper risk management tools. We specialize in providing unique custom adventures to off-the-beaten-track places and have a long record of safely guiding all manners of technical activities. Not only do we share excitement and beauty with our clients we aim to instill an appreciation of the natural world through expanding guests knowledge of and connection to whats around them.

I have been hiking and photographing 'The Narrows' in Zion National Park for many years. I will help you determine optimal locations for well structured compositions and introduce you to techniques that will allow you to capture amazing images, in this magical landscape.

In this 2 hour class, you will be taken on the journey of a blacksmith by learning how to craft your very own timeless flower using traditional blacksmithing tools (hammer, anvils, and forges). No prior experience is needed!! 1) We will begin the class with a fascinating intro to blacksmithing and the history of this beautiful trade. 2) Next, we quickly review some safety procedures. Safety First! 3) You will then have a hands-on experience of forging your own timeless flower. Choose from a variety of flowers, including; rose, tulip, and lily. 4) Each step will be demonstrated and help, and guidance will be offered every step of the way. We know you will love your blacksmith experience, that is why we provide a money back guarantee. Please feel free to reach out with any questions concerns!

To truly experience the legendary beauty of Arches National Park, you need to explore its isolated corners. On this adventurous 4WD tour from Moab, your expert guide will help you do just that as you navigate the backcountry to spots like the Tower Arch, as well as visit the famous red rocks at Marching Men and Eye of the Whale. Bonus: Your tour features a stop to see fossilized dinosaur tracks.

This outdoor adventure combo from Moab takes you off-roading through Canyonlands National Park, followed by a guided rafting trip on the Colorado River. Your guide introduces you to the scenic natural wonders of Canyonlands' Island in the Sky by 4-wheel drive (4WD), including sections of the Shafer Trail and White Rim Road. Enjoy a buffet lunch before an afternoon rafting the white-water rapids of the mighty river. Admire deep canyons, ancient rock art, fossils and natural stone arches on this day trip, great for all ages.

Moab is blessed with the Colorado River running right through the middle of the desert, and on this Moab whitewater rafting tour, experience a scenic float down the river that also has Class III rapids. This tour takes place near Fishers Tower, which is just on the outskirts of Moab, where you can swim in the river, photograph wildlife, and listen as your guide explains the geology and history behind the canyons.  With various departures during the day at 9:00 am, 12:00 pm and 2:00 pm, the half-day trip can fit into most schedules. Bring the whole family on a fun-filled half-day Colorado River trip that runs about 7 river miles (11 km) with fantastic scenery and moderate rapids. Noon departures include a lunch by the riverside.

Roam over the sandstone domes and slickrock ledges of Hell's Revenge near Moab on this off-road adventure by UTV (utility terrain vehicle). You will follow an experienced guide while you drive your own 4-passenger Kawasaki Teryx 4. Navigate the difficult terrain, full of steep climbs and descents. You’re treated to views of the La Sal Mountains, the Colorado River and the sandstone cliffs of Negro Bill Canyon. Travel in a small group of up to four vehicles on a 2.5-hour morning, afternoon or sunset tour.

On this half-day 4WD adventure from Moab, explore the rugged, red stone interior of Canyonlands National Park, where you’ll experience the beauty of the Island in the Sky district and the stunning Gooseneck Overlook. Your professional guide will navigate your vehicle down the switchbacks of White Rim Road, where you will not only see the remains of ancient Pueblo civilizations, but also admire the canyon walls that drop 1,000 feet (300m) down. It’s an easy drive from Moab to Canyonlands, and the views of the meandering Colorado River help cap off this Utah adventure.

Adventurous travelers looking for a fun but not-too-extreme adventure will love this white-water rafting tour on the Colorado River. You'll be paddling through relatively small class II rapids, which is ideal for first-time rafters. Admire the amazing canyons and cliffs as you drift along calm sections, then paddle hard and be prepared to get wet as you ride the rapids.

Clapper Adventures is a boutique guide service run by Evan Clapper based in Moab Utah. We specialize in providing unique custom adventures to off-the-beaten-track places and have a long record of safely guiding all manners of technical activities. Not only do we share excitement and beauty with our clients we aim to instill an appreciation of the natural world through expanding guests knowledge of and connection to whats around them. We aim to find the sweet-spot of challenge where you can experience the true spirit of adventure. Evan wants you to feel as if you have shared our time together as a true partner and friend.

In this class, you will make a really fun pot, but you will also learn cool stuff about breath work and mindfulness. Guests may bring their own snacks and beverages. You may bring your own alcohol to sip on during your lesson. We will vibe to some good music in a really modern pottery studio.

Have you witnessed a scene so beautiful it quite literally takes your breath away? Have you explored a crack in the earth, sculpted and formed over hundreds of millions of years? Have you ever created a perfect image that captures the unique beauty of a landscape? Welcome! These tours will answer yes to all the questions above. We will experience what the desert is renowned for on every single trip! We'll spend time learning about the scene in front of us while instilling those moments into unreal images. Every tour will be led with enthusiasm, knowledge and photography based teachings. Book now for an amazing photography and outdoor experience!