Photo Gallery
Since 2006, the CVAF has collected some great photos to share with you, each with their own description.  Scroll down to check out more exciting CVAF images!
Thanks to all who contributed to our gallery: Andrew Pratt's crew at IOE, Jeremy Stavely, and Scott MacFarlane of Saskatoon, SK and founder Christian McEachern  
Photo Gallery
The CVAF Float in the 2007 Stampede ParadeBrent Harris, Chair of the CVAF digs in at Horseshoe Canyone on the Bow River, west of Calgary, ABChristian McEachern and Bruce McDonnel, recently returned from a tour in Afghanistan, on the day of the 2007 Calgary Stampede ParadeChristian giving the CF clients a 'safety' talk to prepare them to cliff jump...safely into the Bow River.Our great CVAF logo, representing some of our favourite outdoor pursuits.Christian walking beside the team of Canadian horses provided by Marvin Abbott, of Winfield, AB during the 2007 Calgary Stampede Parade.Members of the CF taking the plunge into the churning waters of the Bow River, during their 2007 program with CVAF. Much fun was had by all!Christian leads the Chix with Stix during the 2007 CVAF rafting day with members of the CF in the mighty waters of the Bow river, Horseshoe Canyon.The CVAF wagon at the Calgary Stampede in 2007, PSC Cyndi Greene, Calgary and Shawna Taylor of Calgary with their families along for a leisurely ride. The CVAF wagon at the 2007 Calgary Stampede with CF members and their families aboard. Yahoo!The team of Canadian Horses, pulling Canadian Forces during the 2007 Calgary Stampede Parade, with the mighty CVAF banner proudly strapped to the wagon's side. Nice driving by Marvin Abbott of Winflied, AB.Heather McDonnel and her family ride the CVAF wagon during the 2007 Calgary Stampede Parade. A member of the CVAF 2007 rafting day takes a flying leap off a cliff into the powerful waters of the Bow river, Horseshoe canyon. Christian's safety talk meant everyone followed proper procedures and enjoyed a safe dip!Group shot of the CF members who attended the CVAF rafting day in 2007, on the Bow river and Horseshoe Canyon.Christian punches as he guides the Chix with Stix safely down the Horseshoe Canyon class 4 rapid. Man, those girls were tough!
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CVAF 2006 - 2007 Photos
Here are some early photos of the CVAF's first pilot projects from 2006-2007, including the Calgary Exhibition and Stampede in 2007 and a white water rafting day near Calgary, AB.
Click on each photo to enlarge it or simply place your mouse over the photo for a description. Know someone who might want to join us on our next CV Adventure? Have them Contact Us and they too can have this much fun!
Todd hams it up for the camera while setting up camp. Guys setting up camp, day one. Todd sets up camp with a little help from his friend Buddy.Guard dogs guarding the Guardians at camp. Grabber helps get camp set up, day one. Ed grins as he gets camp set up. Jean (left) and Todd with special camera tricks, at camp, day one.Janet get spaghetti dinner ready while the guys set up camp, day one. Scott's scenic shots of the mountains = awesome.Scenic Bow river and the Inside Out HQ. Mike, Ed and Todd sharing a laugh on the river. Grabber puts on the sunscreen so his Saskatchewan tan doesn't get ruined.Todd says "This is GREAT!" Christian steadies the big boat down the Kananaskis river as the guys hit a big wave.Coming up out of a big wave, the guys realize just how cold that water really is. Really. Christian guides the group in a manoever called 'surfing' down the first river run. The formation of the wave holds the boat in position once the guys all dog-pile on the lucky rafter in the front. Fun!Surfing again with Christian. Rafters on the front of the boat got a little wet but had a great time. Christian briefing the rafters before they venture out on the big waters of the mighty Bow River in Horseshoe Canyon. A smiling happy but wet group of rafters returns to shore safe and sound at the scenic take in on the Bow River. CVAF's Christian McEachern, founder and raft guide extraordinnaire, grins with happy participants from Sasktaoon, SK in the background. A great time was had by all.Rafters enjoying some quiet water on the Bow River during the CVAF's first program, Aug. 15, 2009. The group back at camp after a long cold day out on the river. Dinner of buffalo steaks and potatoes with trimmings sure tasted great! Dr. Greg dons his Canadian toque. Scenic tree shot along the river. Good one Scott!Scenic Bow river. Peaceful and calm again.
CVAF 2009 First Program Photos, Aug. 15, 2009, Calgary, AB
Click on a photo below to see it in a larger window. Stay tuned for more photos as they arrive from program participants. Special thanks to Andrew Pratt, Owner/Operator of Inside Out Experience for the use of his guides and boats for our most excellent weekend.  Special thanks to Scott MacFarlane for allowing us to use his amazing shots of the weekend!
CVAF  2nd Annual OSI Rockies  Retreat Photos Aug 27-30, 2010
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