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Social Networking for River Guides
Thursday, May 22, 2008
As river guides, outfitters, and private boaters we all know that one of the most special things about river trips is the people it attracts. These are people who you wouldn't mind spending all day with, preferably on the river, but also at the local pub or barbeque. Now there is a place for you to meet and "hang" with all your river friends: RiverGuides.ning.com (RiverGuides).RiverGuides is a social network built specifically for river folk. It serves as an open forum to everyone (guides, private boaters, outfitters, and even those who simply "love" river guides) and provides users with their own blogs, discussion boards, photo galleries, and lots of other features. As outfitters and guides, we all know that having the right people is a key to running great river trips; however, networking in the river business doesn't just start and end with outfitters and guides. There are shuttle drivers, office staff, trip-prep employees, travel agents, food providers, airline providers, and many others who influence our river trips. These reasons are precisely why a networking tool like RiverGuides is of value to everyone in the industry. The spread of knowledge, the sharing of ideas, and the connection of people - all under the umbrella of love for rivers - is what RiverGuides is about. So let's share and connect, but most importantly, let's love our rivers. Join RiverGuides.
The Upper Clackamas River Festival
Tuesday, May 20, 2008
 This past weekend was the 35th annual Upper Clackamas River Festival. It was my first. Wow, what an amazing event! This was a weekend packed with just about every race you could imagine. There were hardshell kayaks, inflatable kayaks, catarafts, paddle boats, and oar boats racing downriver, gates, and sprints through the Class IV Carter Falls. On top of that were tons of vendors showing off the greatest boats, safety and repair classes, and a fun video premier/BBQ/party on Saturday night.This festival was especially unique because the Clackamas River flow was between 8,000 and 10,000 cfs which was the highest ever for the festival. This was a meaty flow for a river that rarely gets higher than 3,000 cfs. The organizers of the slalom didn't hold up as they put the second gate through the center of the biggest hole they could find.A special thanks to the Nortwest Rafters Association for organizing a safe and fun weekend.
Upper Clackamas River Festival - May 17 -18
Friday, May 16, 2008
This weekend is the 25th annual Upper Clackamas River Festival. This is one of the biggest boating events of the year and the flows are predicted to be near flood stage due to heat have and high snowpack in Oregon. Events include chili cook-off, safety classes, raft and kayak races, and a cataraft event called "Val's Volleyball."Click here to learn moreClick here to see the predicted flows
Upper Klamath Race April 19 & 20
Friday, April 11, 2008
The upcoming Upper Klamath race is a can't miss trip since $20 entry fee includes shuttles from Ashland. For those of you that have done the Upper Klamath, the shuttle is a long one. Thank you to Next Adventure in Portland for providing the shuttle.Safety is coordinated by 20 year UK vet Steve Walters who has recruited many other seasoned guides and to assist him. UK river runners with at least 10 years of experience on that run will coach paddlers through the lines on Saturday.We are expecting a fun higher water Class IV level which will cover the rocks normally exposed in the summer. Saturday, April 19th is a practice day and April 20th is the actual race.Details:7 miles, Class (IV+ to V)Mass start by division at Frain Ranch, finish at State Line Falls.Divisions include; kayak, paddle raft (14 feet or less in length, 3 thwarts, 6 paddlers or less, cataraft, and unlimited.High water cutoff=4,500cfs, low water cutoff=1,000cfs.Saturday Schedule:Saturday 7:30am SHARP: all competitors meet forshuttle. Meeting place = Ashland Albertsons parking lot. From I-5 south, take a right off the freeway, drive approximately 200 meters, the large Albertsons parking lot will be to your right.8:15am - Depart for JC Boyle/Spring Island put in.9:45am - Arrive at the put in. All competitors quickly rig boats and gear up.10:15am - All participants safety meeting. Establish pod leaders and groups.10:45am - 1st pod shoves off, all other pods staged and depart at 5 minute intervals.11:45am - Stop above Caldera Rapid, river left, for a scout and snack.12:15 - 1st pod drops into Caldera, remaining pods shove off at 5 minute intervals. 1:45 - 2:00pm - All competitors gather at take out river left below State Line for run debrief and discussion.2:30 - Load shuttle vehicles for drive to Ashland.3:00 - Depart take out (exact take out will be determined later but will be at or very close to State Line Access).4:15 - Arrive Albertsons parking lot.4:45 - Meet for food and refreshments at a venue to be determined.Sunday Schedule:All timelines and locations still apply. The only difference will be stop at Frain Ranch and start race there. Safety boaters and camera personnel willhave a 15 minute head start to stage.4:45 - At a venue in Ashland for chili feed and awards ceremony.General InformationThe 1st Annual Upper Klamath Downriver Race is part of the Western Whitewater Championship Series (WWCS) which is endorsed by the United States Rafting Association (USRA).This series will be run with adherence to rules set forth by the International Rafting Federation (IRF) as these rules may apply.All WWCS events will be ran in accordance of all local regulations (permits), be insured by the American Canoe Association (ACA), and demonstrate environmental awareness at all times. WWCS entrance fees will be kept to an absoluteminimum with the goal to simply cover costs such as permit fees, insurance, fuel, etc. The UK race fee is a mere $20 per competitor which includes all shuttles.Volunteers are welcome. All participants are required to be safe, have fun, paddle hard, and develop positive river communities. Questions? Contact USRA President : Tim Brink at nomadyellow@yahoo.com.
North Fork American Race
Friday, April 04, 2008
 This weekend (April 5th) is the first annual North Fork of the American Race. For more information, visit the North Fork American Race 2008 Blog.
Mistakes
Monday, March 31, 2008
 Photo courtesy of Adam Farmer. He didn't take the photo, but we thank him for it.
Wind River Race
Monday, March 24, 2008
 Last weekend the Oregon Rafting Team held the Wind River Race in Southern Washington. Teams from California, Oregon, and Washington showed up for the first race in the Western Whitewater Championship Series. Saturday consisted of two runs down the Wind so that the teams could learn the safe (and fast!) lines. The official race was Sunday with mass starts for long kayaks, short kayaks, rafts, and catarafts. The winners were:Long Boat Kayak: Joe StumpfelShort Kayak: Greg MalloryRaft: Oregon Rafting TeamCataraft: Dave HagmeirThe race ended with a great after party with hot chili and beer. Big thanks to Tim Brink from the Oregon Rafting Team for planning and running such a great event. The next stop on their calendar is the North Fork American Race on April 5th.
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