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2021 Forks of the Kern likely to remain closed for entire season
2021 Forks of the Kern update Sequoia National Forest has issued a closure to the Forks of the Kern trail and surrounding area due to last season's 2020 [...]
New river: Kennebec added to database
Kennebec River is Online The Kennebec can't be beat in terms of big volume boating. Consistent releases and scheduled Turbine Test Days that pump the flows make the [...]
New river: San Juan added to database
San Juan is Online The San Juan is a spectacular trip that's well suited for those new to rafting and young families. Not much whitewater, great camping, and [...]
New river: Scott River added to database
Scott River is Online The Scott River is an awesome mix of a lazy river and extremely difficult Class V whitewater. This stretch of river is best run [...]
New river: Oregon Hole Gorge on the Middle Fork of the Smith River added to database
Oregon Hole Gorge of the Smith River is Online Oregon Hole Gorge (aka Middle Fork Gorge) of the Smith River is a classic stretch of whitewater. The 2.3 [...]
New river: South Fork of the Smith River added to database
South Fork of the Smith River is online The South Fork of the Smith River is well-known for the South Fork Gorge, which boasts 1.5 miles of consistent [...]
What’s a sweep boat?
What's a sweep boat? Describing a sweep boat is an exercise of the imagination as nothing outside of the Middle Fork of the Salmon seems to feature them. [...]
New river: Illinois River added to database
Illinois River is online Photo by Will Volpert The Illinois River is an incredible blend of beautiful scenery and thrilling whitewater. Highly variable flows make planning a [...]
Why our Grand Canyon guidebook is measured differently than our other maps
Why our Grand Canyon mileage is in tenths of a mile You may have noticed that our Grand Canyon guidebook is measured in tenths of a mile, and [...]
Kern River permits will not be required in 2021
Private Boater Kern River permits will not be required in 2021 Last year, due to the pandemic, Kern River permits were not issued and therefore were not required. [...]
How Much Does a Private Grand Canyon Trip Typically Cost?
How Much Does a Private Grand Canyon Trip Typically Cost? Photo by Byron Roos-Collins. Boaters passing in front of Deer Creek Falls. So you or a friend [...]
Aire BakRaft 10ft Expedition Review
Aire BakRaft 10ft Expedition Review My favorite boating adventures are often the hardest ones to access. Whether it's international expeditions, or long hike-ins into the Sierra, the path [...]