Be Our River Drifters' Guest - Half-Day & Full-Day Edition Your adventure starts before you arrive! After booking, you will receive a confirmation email with detailed trip information, meeting locations, and instructions for completing the registration and waiver. Check our blog to learn what to wear for whitewater rafting or watch the short video [MORE...]
Together We Can Do Great Things, Like Rafting! Rafting is an underrated experience that can accommodate a wide range of group dynamics. As an industry veteran, I see ALL other groups come rafting. Sometimes it’s the main event of their adventure or just a stop along the way. Reunions, weddings, corporations, and camps are [MORE...]
What to Wear Rafting: Beyond the Internet Answer The typical internet recommendation of "just wear a swimsuit, board shorts, and a quick-drying shirt" fails to address the complexities of whitewater rafting gear. This simplistic advice only works for warm summer days with higher water temperatures. When planning your rafting attire, you'll need to consider [MORE...]
Pack & Prepare For Your Overnight Rafting Trip Embarking on a multi-day adventure with River Drifters is an experience that begins well before you dip your paddle into the water. After securing your reservation, you'll receive a detailed confirmation email outlining your trip specifics, meeting location, and instructions for completing the necessary registration [MORE...]
Spring Whitewater Rafting In Oregon When spring arrives, many people think about sunny walks in sweaters, enjoying wildflowers, and awakening wildlife. Others may think of rainy days and count down until summer when they can fully enjoy the outdoors. When we think of spring, we think of whitewater rafting! There are a few reasons [MORE...]
Whitewater Rapid Classification Rapid classification can be confusing if you don’t have experience with whitewater. We follow the American Whitewater Association (AWA) classifications at River Drifters. The AWA accounts for multiple factors when classifying rapids into numerical grades called “classes.” Most river sections have an overall grade for rapid classification. Still, it may contain [MORE...]
Wondering: Where Should I Sit On The Raft? Beginner rafters often wonder about the best seating position in a raft. The ideal spot varies for each person based on comfort preferences, rafting experience, age, physical ability, and where the guide needs you most for optimal weight distribution and navigation. Understanding the Fundamental Elements [MORE...]
Finding Solace on the Water: How A Rogue River Reset Can Relieve Depression, Anxiety & Stress In the whirlwind of modern life, it’s easy to become overwhelmed by the relentless demands and pressures of being human. Depression, anxiety, and stress are all too common, affecting millions of people worldwide. While there are many ways [MORE...]
Navigating Adventure With Kids: A Parent's Guide to Rafting Near The Columbia River Gorge Welcome, adventure-seeking families looking for rafting near the Columbia River Gorge! As temperatures rise and the allure of outdoor escapades beckons, concerns about Pacific Northwest weather, how to dress, and what to pack can often dampen excitement. But fear not! [MORE...]
Brand New Trip: Rogue River Bluegrass River Drifters is thrilled to announce an exclusive and limited experience this year: the bluegrass sensation Brooks Forsyth will join us on the Rogue River in Southwest Oregon for a four-day, three-night whitewater rafting and camping adventure! This is a once-in-a-lifetime chance to enjoy live music in the [MORE...]
