Oregon White Water Rafting

Hummm..very tempting. But have no idea what is in store for me this year…doubt i can plan this far ahead

Looks great, especially with the BNA group there. Still in Malaysia, but when we get home we’ll think about it.

I’m in for the rafting trip! Sign me up, please.

Madhu - we’ll miss you. Jonathan and Chuck - Yahooo! I can’t wait already.

Oooh I want to go! I’m a boots newbie and I have minimal experience… will this be fairly beginner friendly?

The group is 100 percent beginner friendly. There is no better way to learn how to raft than with us on the Deschutes. Each boat will have a guide and all you have to do is paddle and enjoy yourself.

Donovan, Can a Open Boater come on this trip too? Whitewater Canoeing is my hobby, lots of experence.

Oh, man. And this one’s close enough (I live in Eugene) that I could actually do it, but gotta save for next year’s tuition…but whitewater rafting, one of the true loves of my life. Keep your fingers crossed for me, guys!

Loads of people signing up for this trip. Try to get your deposits in soon. We are going to have 30 people - 5 boats - and camp for 3 nights.

Donovan,
My Dad just signed us for the trip. Will there be coffee avaiable in the mornings or should I plan to bring my french press?

French presses are not allowed, mate. We drink coffee grounds mixed with cold water, like real men not REI wimps.

No worries. Did I mention that I eat the grounds from my french press when I am done?

Jay - Yes, coffee will be available. It\’s a great way to start the morning on the river. Bring it as a back up. By the way, you know your Dad told me to say that, right? If one of you two could email me all the names, and email addresses of the seven people going, that would be great. I will be sending gear lists in the coming months, as well as pictures to get everyone excited.

I figured as much. No true north westerner goes any where with out good coffee. Hell, my Dad thinks instant coffee is okay and on top of that he drinks cheap beer, but he’s still an okay guy.
I’ll let my Dad send you the list of who’s going on the trip.

I’m in if I can get the funding and the days off… Still working on that.

Hey, Donovan,
Did I tell you that’s one of the most fun trips I have ever taken. The guides were great, food was good, and I was the only one never dunked (due to my advanced age, I suppose). I highly recommend this trip!

Another cool resource I ran across for all who might be interested. Prices are a little different, but looks like they have a high quality company.