Does it matter where you sit in a tandem kayak?
May 30, 2009 by Rafting and Kayaking Tips
Filed under Kayaking & Canoeing
Can you answer mmct21’s question about Rafting?:
I am slightly disabled. My husband, teen daughter and I are planning on going kayaking through an outfitter that provides beginners’ trips. They use tandem kayaks. They prefer to have kids go with a parent. If I go with my daughter, does it matter who sits in the front or back of the kayak if I can’t paddle as much as her? Where should the stronger person sit or doesn’t it matter?
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I am slightly disabled. My husband, teen daughter and I are planning on going kayaking through an outfitter that provides beginners’ trips. They use tandem kayaks. They prefer to have kids go with a parent. If I go with my daughter, does it matter who sits in the front or back of the kayak if I can’t paddle as much as her? Where should the stronger person sit or doesn’t it matter?
Alaska Whitewater Rafting
Top 10 Whitewater Rafting Destinations in the US
April 13, 2009 by Rafting and Kayaking Tips
Filed under About Rafting
The United States is chalk full of raft-able rivers and waterways. With so many rivers and rafting options, which destinations provide the best combination of whitewater fun and backcountry scenery?
The United States has the largest concentration of commercial river runners than any other country in the world. River rafting continues to become a popular adventure among all generations, from Baby Boomers down the generation Y. A majority of the people who are on river rafting trips have rafted before, which means that once experienced, a return to the river is sure to come. With so many destinations to choose from, which rivers offer the best rafting trips in the country?
The list below outlines places across the US recognized as some of the best overall rafting destinations. These trips are most suitable for everyone, with no prior experience necessary. The trips also offer a great combination of scenic beauty and white water rafting excitement:
1. Grand Canyon, AZ
2. Salmon River, ID
3. Arkansas River, CO
4. Colorado River, UT
4. American River, CA
5. Rogue River, OR
6. Glacier National Park, MT
7. New River, WV
8. Chattooga River, GA/SC
9. Snake River, ID/WY
10. Deerfield River, MA
Most of these destinations and rivers offer a wide variety of trip options, ranging from short half-day river trips to longer multi-day excursions. Packages and trips durations vary depending on the location and outfitter of choice.
The best way to plan a good rafting vacation is to do your research early. There are many websites that offer comprehensive information on river rafting and good rafting vacations. Go online and look for a whitewater rafting directory or website that covers multiple areas, gives some great general information, and recommends quality whitewater rafting outfitters in your area.
A good place to start research for a rafting vacation would be Rafting America (www.raftingamerica.com). The website offers a comprehensive geographical map with rafting locations in most states, as well as answers to common river rafting questions, river class ratings and contact information.
Thanks to Ryan Hutchings for contributing this article to our Rafting blog:
The United States has the largest concentration of commercial river runners than any other country in the world. River rafting continues to become a popular adventure among all generations, from Baby Boomers down the generation Y. A majority of the people who are on river rafting trips have rafted before, which means that once experienced, a return to the river is sure to come. With so many destinations to choose from, which rivers offer the best rafting trips in the country?
The list below outlines places across the US recognized as some of the best overall rafting destinations. These trips are most suitable for everyone, with no prior experience necessary. The trips also offer a great combination of scenic beauty and white water rafting excitement:
1. Grand Canyon, AZ
2. Salmon River, ID
3. Arkansas River, CO
4. Colorado River, UT
4. American River, CA
5. Rogue River, OR
6. Glacier National Park, MT
7. New River, WV
8. Chattooga River, GA/SC
9. Snake River, ID/WY
10. Deerfield River, MA
Most of these destinations and rivers offer a wide variety of trip options, ranging from short half-day river trips to longer multi-day excursions. Packages and trips durations vary depending on the location and outfitter of choice.
The best way to plan a good rafting vacation is to do your research early. There are many websites that offer comprehensive information on river rafting and good rafting vacations. Go online and look for a whitewater rafting directory or website that covers multiple areas, gives some great general information, and recommends quality whitewater rafting outfitters in your area.
A good place to start research for a rafting vacation would be Rafting America (www.raftingamerica.com). The website offers a comprehensive geographical map with rafting locations in most states, as well as answers to common river rafting questions, river class ratings and contact information.
Thanks to Ryan Hutchings for contributing this article to our Rafting blog:
Ryan Hutchings works part-time ad the Executive Director for and organization of white water rafting outfitters across North America called Rafting America. He has extensive involvement with outfitters and the river rafting industry across the US, Canada and South America. Ryan specializes in internet marketing and online business strategy for the organization and their online marketing strategy.
How much do flat water kayak guides make
April 12, 2009 by Rafting and Kayaking Tips
Filed under Kayaking & Canoeing
Can you answer vegasdog’s question about Rafting?:
How much could I expect to make as a kayak guide on flat water such as lakes and large rivers in the south west part of the U.S.? Looking for a salary range working for an established outfitter, not looking to start my own business.
Just to clarify, the question isn’t what are the qualifications to be a river guide, the question is how much do they make.
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How much could I expect to make as a kayak guide on flat water such as lakes and large rivers in the south west part of the U.S.? Looking for a salary range working for an established outfitter, not looking to start my own business.
Just to clarify, the question isn’t what are the qualifications to be a river guide, the question is how much do they make.
Kayaking Equipment
