Reservations may be made in person or by calling.  However, a deposit of $20.00 per watercraft must be received in advance to be guaranteed of the reservation.  The deposit will be refunded if:  a) notice of cancellation is received ONE WEEK or more prior to the reserved day, or b) bad weather conditions exists in our area, or c) flood conditions exists on the Colorado river. 

Example:  If you reserve 10 canoes and decide that you only need 8 on the day of the trip, you will be charged the regular rental on eight canoes and we will keep $40.00 for the two canoes that you do not need. 

A deposit of $20.00 per watercraft and $10.00 per tube will be required for those entering the water late.  This will be at our discretion.  Please refer to section on take-out time below.

Howell Canoe Livery has a take-out time of 5:00 PM.  This take-out time is important to maintain the safety of all our clients.  $20.00/hour per watercraft will be collected to cover the cost of searching and waiting for those who do not make the 5:00 PM take-out time.  Please choose a river trip that fits well within the time allowed. NOTE: THIS IS STRICTLY ENFORCED. GAME WARDENS WILL BE CALLED to assist in locating those still on the river AS OF 5:30 pm.

You are responsible for the return of all rented equipment in good condition.  In the event of accidental damage, the damaged equipment must be returned. You will be charged a maximum of $200.00 per watercraft rented.  For damage exceeding $200.00 per watercraft, you will be charged the FULL replacement cost.  You will be charged FULL replacement cost of all lost equipment regardless of the accident.  If you are negligent and/or intentionally jeopardize and damage the equipment, you will be charged the FULL replacement cost of the equipment.