White-water rafting is one such sport that makes a splash and also an exhilarating rush to remember. Based in Glacier, WA- Wild and Scenic River Tours also offer exciting Class IV Whitewater River Rafting trips to Scenic River Rafting trips on the Sauk, Skykomish, Wenatchee, and other rivers around the state. Rafting the Grand Canyon is one of the world’s best white water rafting adventures, with unmatched views of the canyon from water level, and Flagstaff makes the perfect rafting base camp. With only 1500 feet of elevation gain in the 5.6 mile round-trip, this hike rewards novice and experienced hikers alike with stunning views of Baker and Shuksan as well as some lovely alpine meadows. Current Price: $85 per person (why does this cost this much? Whitewater Classification is subjective and often times misleading. We went with the Sutin Group Adventure team. The final 3 miles of the section are incredibly scenic. Contact Us | (800) 723-8386 | Reserve Considered the best one day rafting experience in the world, the Zambezi River flowing down the Batoka Gorge provides one of the most intense sensory thrills imaginable. The "Jewel of the North Cascades" is the North Fork of the Nooksack River. This activity is for anyone above the age of 10 years with safety gear, modern rafts, and a comprehensive safety briefing will be given by our white water rafting instructors beforehand. The Nooksack River, just south of the Canadian border, is a decent late season whitewater run with a couple miles of whitewater followed by several more miles of calm water. Oct 3, 2016 - Explore Heather Castine's board "white river rafting" on Pinterest. You'll surf over rapids and rock formations, deep valleys and glossy, moss-covered cliffs. Optional. Your guide will lead you down this section, and you'll come to the first evacuation location (in case of emergency) near the town of Glacier. Trip meets at: Highway 542 Milepost #27, across from Douglass Fir Campground just East of the bridge on the right side of the road. • Duration/Length: 3 hours / 6 miles It has been home to the Nooksack Indian Tribe for thousands of years, and continues to hold an authentically mystic experience when paddling its waters. Raft the Chattooga, Ocoee, Nantahala and Pigeon Rivers with the first outfitter in the Smokies & Blue Ridge mountains. River Trips->Nooksack River. Shuksan. Special Note: Washington State does not have a government operated guides and outfitters licensing board. All participants must wear the supplied life jackets and helmets, and you will not be permitted to raft if we detect you are under the influence of drugs or alchohol (no refund applies). This view is like no other, as the mountain glaciers glisten on a sunny day, and floating by it with trees in the foreground is truly a once in a lifetime sight. If you do not fully understand the classification for yourself, it is best not left up to chance. Serious consequences exist with Class 3 Nooksack River rafting, so this trip is one that we don't recommend for small children or trepidatious beginners. Do not bring anything on the river that you are not willing to lose forever. We begin the 6-mile trip in a primeval canyon dripping with green mosses. Hi, we did the white water rafting and elephant trecking and waterfall swimmming. Dealing with risk and the need for teamwork is often a part of the experience. Baker Snoqualmie National Forest. Take on the Colorado River in a wooden dory like John Wesley Powell, or opt for the comfort of a white water raft as you splash your way down the most iconic river in the American west. Two craft minimum for each trip. Our 4 tenured guides have a combined 38 years of professional commercial rafting experience, with each one being experienced in Class 5 whitewater. This river is born at the base of the Nooksack Glacier, high on Mt. It is one of the most amazing river rafting destinations in the whole of Europe. USFS Civil RIghts Statement Scopri le migliori foto stock e immagini editoriali di attualità di White Water Rafting su Getty Images. River Gauge used: USGS Hydrograph Cascade Creek (measured near Glacier, WA) click here. All of these great things happen upon a foundation of river safety, preparation, and excellence in river running techniques. È una combinazione o elezione tra attività all'aria aperta, sci alpino, mountain bike, rafting , parapendio, sport acquatici rilassanti e praticabili sulle rive di un lago. This will preserve our reputation on the river, as well as with our clientele. Nooksack River Rafting. Cotton clothes stay wet and cold, and are a great sunblock on sunny hot days. Experience the thrills of white water rafting on some unpredictable stretches of the Kali River in Dandeli – probably the best place after the options available in the Ganges. Swiftwater rescue kits, medical trauma kits, emergency communication device. No jeans. They fill up rather quickly on weekends so prepare for an early arrival to get your camping spot. Its geological formations are essentially remnants of an ancient lahar channel which drains glacial melt from Mount Baker today, just as it did thousands of years ago when the route (now the river) was formed. • Gear provided? Bathing suit or light weight clothes. Maximum number of guests per trip: 28, depending on time of year. Another great area hike is Yellow Aster Butte, which tops out in a rocky alpine landscape of quiet tarns and snow-swept peaks. Triad River Tours, 336 36th Street, Suite #191, Bellingham, WA, 98225, USA. Cost for the 5 of us was around 1200 baht each. Each of our trips is holistic in it’s approach, and it is prepackaged throughout it’s itinerary. All Weather: Re-usable water bottle, cheap sunglasses, sunscreen? White water rafting like any adventure activity carries with it inherent risks, both from being in a river environment and from pre-existing medical conditions you may have. Triad River Tours Safety Check Run Nooksack River Whitewater Rafting 2015.