The whitewater paddling community across Colorado is grieving the loss of Cole Conger, a well-known kayaker from Fort Collins and a member of the Rocky Mountain Adventures team.
News of his passing was shared by the outfitter, which described him as a central figure in the Poudre River Valley paddling scene and a friend to countless athletes on and off the water.
According to a tribute posted by Rocky Mountain Adventures, Conger paddled with a rare blend of skill, style, and calm confidence…