Stevie Soto
Job Title
Professional River Guide
Pronouns
They/Them/Theirs
Destinations
United States, Utah
With OARS Since
2021
Hometown
Yuma, AZ
Current Location
Moab, UT
Offseason Gig
Warehouse Staff, Sleeper
About me
Just because I work outside doesn't mean I'm an outdoorsy person. I love my office, but I also love air conditioning. I'm a townie; you can usually find me hanging out with my friends or trying new crafts and hobbies, but you'll most likely find me just relaxing on the couch with my dogs. Although even when I'm on that air-conditioned couch, I find myself daydreaming about hot summer days on the Colorado River.
The Best Part of My Job
The opportunity to share the canyon country with some of my coworkers, and seeing the awe and wonder on our guests' faces.
How I found OARS
The OARS Guide School Scholarship application was due at midnight, and my friend shared the link at 11:30 pm.
My Favorite Spot on the River/Outdoors
North Wash Boat Ramp (the fire swamp). Such a fascinating spot on the Colorado River, always changing...
Favorite River Tradition
LNOTR (Last Night on the River) celebrations. Costumes, and steaks and potatoes with blue cheese reduction!!
I Can’t Live Without
Super Salve Calendula chapstick.
Meet me on these adventures
Alaska Rafting on the Tatshenshini River
Location:
Alaska
Adventure Level:
Moderately Challenging
Minimum Age:
13
Alsek River Rafting Adventure
Location:
Alaska
Adventure Level:
Challenging
Minimum Age:
14
Tuolumne Whitewater Rafting 1-Day Trip
Location:
California
Adventure Level:
Moderately Challenging
Minimum Age:
14 (16 during high water)