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Zach Collier

Zach is an avid whitewater boater who enjoys seeing new rivers for the first time. He's also the owner of Northwest Rafting Company, a river outfitter that offers trips in the Pacific Northwest and a few select international destinations.

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Recent Posts from zach

Pro Tip: June Trips on the Middle Fork of the Salmon

Saturday, February 13, 2016

June is a great time to visit the Middle Fork of the Salmon River, but also very unpredictable. Here are some tips to help you plan your trip. Snowpack and...

Gear Review: Starboard Astro Stream

Sunday, January 25, 2015

I get asked quite often about the best whitewater SUP board and it is without a doubt Dan Gavere's signature Starboard Astro Stream. Dan is a whitewater kayaking and SUP...

Pro-Tip: Low Water Advice for the Middle Fork

Sunday, June 29, 2014

I regularly get phone calls and emails from rafters looking for advice on running the Middle Fork of the Salmon at low water. July and August are considered "low water"...

Gear Review: Badfish MCIT

Saturday, June 7, 2014

I've been paddling the 11'6" Badfish MCIT for over a year now and it's definitely my go-to board for downriver SUP. MCIT is an anacronym for Multi Chamber Inflatable Technology....

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