Young River Girl Seeking Experience of a Lifetime

My name is Ruby Brown, I am 18 years old, I recently graduated high school and am now in search of a truly meaningful life experience… what better place to find that than at the bottom of a 7,000 foot canyon?

I graduated in December 2019 then spent a few months living in Mexico before returning to my hometown, Salida, CO., for quarantine. I originally planned on starting college this fall, but in lieu of online school, off campus living and the Corona Virus, I have chosen to defer my enrollment until January 2021. Thus, my fall is entirely free and I would be forever grateful to fill it with a Grand Canyon trip!

I was raised on the Arkansas river and have been on many river trips with family and friends across the country. I identify as a river rat– my heart and soul reside with the river! In fact, my own name comes from a popular canyon stretch on the Colorado, Ruby Horsethief Canyon, for (as the story goes) it was a trip on that stretch where my parents first connected & fell in love (first hooked up, ha!). Though I am not a certified guide, my countless hours spent boating have taught me how to understand and read water. I am strong and capable of rowing, though not yet confident enough to take on anything beyond class 2. I understand the teamwork dynamic of river trips and thus would be an active, malleable and helpful participant of any trip. I have my own personal gear and if your trip is entirely private– I mayyy even be able to contribute an ore rig, a shredder or a ducky. (Though as I mentioned before, I would not be able to row a rig through larger rapids)

As for my personality– I am an easy-going and independent spirit. I believe that river trips are the best kind of party and know you’d love my wild side 😉 but I also appreciate time spent reflecting and meditating, especially in a place as spiritual as the GC– balance is key! I love talking and connecting with people of all ages & walks of life. I have no fear of older generations but rather a deep appreciation as I feel I can gather so much wisdom from those who have experienced more life than me. On the other side of this, I hope that those older than me are capable of opening their minds to the youth! For I too can offer so much wisdom based on my younger, Gen Z perspective. (I feel I must mention this for many people might shy away from inviting me on a trip due to my age)

I am down to do every side hike possible! I am down to pick up and pack out every piece of litter we see! I am down to make new friends that would become my family! I am down to pay whatever price I must for a three week dream vacation! I am down to appreciate every single moment spent on the Grand.

Please consider including me on your trip– I would be a wonderful addition to your crew. I would be forever grateful!

-Ruby
Contact me by phone/text at: (719)-239-1465 or by email: rubycaseybrown@gmail.com