Tara Baker
Job Title
Driver
Pronouns
She/Her/Hers
Destinations
Utah
With OARS Since
2024
Hometown
West Lafayette, IN
Current Location
Moab, UT
Offseason Gig
Wedding Planner
About me
I'm an artist, creative events planner, and love spending time with my dog and the people I love.
The Best Part of My Job
Early mornings, getting the boats unloaded into the river when everything is still quiet and calm, and the sun is just rising.
How I found OARS
I lived with a couple of OARS guides for years, and they were the ones who got me a job with OARS.
My Favorite Spot on the River/Outdoors
One of my favorite spots near Moab is 6-Mile Beach. In the summer, it goes into shade earlier than most spots. I take my dog there and let her run around while I do little workouts and swim laps up river.
My Favorite Trip Memory
Watching the sunset in Cataract Canyon.
I Can’t Live Without
My coffee mug.
My Fun Fact
I grew up canoeing, which is where my love for the rivers and water comes from. In addition to boating, I love to sail.
Meet me on these adventures
Westwater Canyon Rafting
Location:
Utah
Adventure Level:
Moderate
Minimum Age:
12 (16 during high water)
Yampa River Rafting
Location:
Colorado & Utah
Adventure Level:
Moderately Challenging
Minimum Age:
7 (10 - 12 during high water)
Green River Rafting through the Gates of Lodore
Location:
Utah & Colorado
Adventure Level:
Moderate
Minimum Age:
7 (10 - 12 during high water)