river is waiting for a family

Get to know more about the bright and inquisitive River! Watching television, especially Alaskan Bush People, is sure to bring a smile to his face. He also is keen on playing video games. River is said to have opinions on many different subjects, and he can tell you the best materials to build a fort (saplings and wooden pillars) or the unparalleled ways to defeat zombies. If River could own any animal in the world, he would choose a rhinoceros because they are adorable and would make a perfect guard animal. When he needs some time to unwind, you are sure to find him curled up reading a book. Heading to 7-Eleven for a Slurpee is always a special treat for this teen. Rivers gets along well with adults and peers.

As an eighth-grader, he performs well in school and loves science class. He aspires to attend college and earn degrees in engineering and veterinary science.


River would do best in a family in which he can the only child in the home; however, his caseworker will consider all family types. He loves animals and would do well with pets in the home. He has significant connections that he would like to maintain following placement. Financial assistance may be available for adoption-related services.

For Colorado children, both home studied and non-home studied Colorado families are encouraged to inquire; only home studied families from other states should do so.

DOB: 2005, reference number 178636

Photography by Colleen Baz