Courtney on the Illinois 2019

Rowing From A Woman's Perspective

By: Ellie Friedmann, April 24, 2020

When I first learned to row I came from a soccer background with arms the size of angel hair pasta. A few years later I was playing a lot less...

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Raft Slide on the Middle Fork of the Salmon River

The 10 Best Multi-Day Family River Trips in the West

By: Nick Wright, April 12, 2020

What makes a great family river trip The best multi-day family river trips offer fun for everyone. A river trip is a great way to spend quality time and bond...

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River Adventure Books

The Top 6 River Adventure Books

By: Michael Hughes, March 26, 2020

With much of the world getting into the swing of social distancing, now is the perfect time to start on the reading list. Here are some of my favorites river...

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Rafting on the Owyhee River

Owyhee Canyonlands Protection

By: Michael Hughes, November 8, 2019

Senator Ron Wyden is at it. Along with Senator Jeff Merkley, the Malheur Community Empowerment for the Owyhee Act looks to protect over 1.1 million acres in Southeastern Oregon. This...

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Wall Creek on the Middle Fork of the Salmon River

River Permit Lotteries

By: Michael Hughes, January 5, 2019

Well it is now January and that means it is time to start planning some river trips for the up coming season. Many of the popular multi-day rivers trips of...

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Kayaking the Hood River in my Stolhquist Descent

Gear Review: Stohlquist Descent PFD

By: Michael Hughes, March 27, 2015

Everyone has their opinion about what PFD is the best. Some form an opinion based on looks, others on fit, and some on function. The last two being really important...

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Inflatable Kayaking on the Deschutes

Pro-Tip: Rafting Near Portland, Oregon

By: Molly, July 2, 2014

Tons of people visit Portland each year because of its fantastic mix of urban and outdoors. Its close proximity to forests and rivers makes it a hotspot for summer travelers....

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