
Pro Tips: Embarrassing Questions From The First Timer
We have all brought a friend on their first river adventure. Whether it be a quick mellow half-day float or a multi-day whitewater adventure, we have all been there. Next...

Pro Tips: River Permit Lottery
Every January boating groups around the country (maybe the world) get together in person, video chats, or long email chains and formulate a plan to get the perfect season of...

Pro Trips: Blossom Bar
Blossom Bar is possibly the most recognized and talked about rapid on the Rogue River. Maybe even on the top list of rapids talked about in the river community. It...

Pro Tips: River Slang Defined
Do you have a non-whitewater friend who has a hard time following the conversation around your boater friends? Or maybe even you are having a hard time with the conversation....

Repair, First Aid, and Safety Kit for Winter Boating
If you're considering some winter boating it's crucial that you have solid kits with you along with some extra items for cold weather and shorter days. This article contains the...

Rookie of the Year: Magic Tricks for Your First Season Guiding
My first season officially guiding was a real sink or swim, thrown to the wolves kind of situation. Although I was lucky enough to work under my mentor and learn...

Pro Tip: Planning a Lower Owyhee Trip
Looking to get on the illusive Owyhee River? Cross your fingers for a good snowpack, some spring rains, and clear sunny skies for the perfect spring river trip! Permits This...

Pro Tips: Owyhee River at High Water
The Owyhee River is fickle and it relies on a good snowpack and some rain to produce great flows. Every so often the water rises to the 8,000-10,000+ CFS range....

The Best Colorado Rafting Day Trips for Families
Rafting is one of the most exhilarating and family-friendly outdoor activities, offering the perfect mix of adventure and bonding time in the great outdoors. Colorado is home to some of...

Pro Tip: Planning A Middle Fork of the Salmon River Trip
Did you open an "congratulations you won a Middle Fork of the Salmon permit" email? If so, congrats. Here are some tips to help you plan you first, 2nd, or...