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Western River Expeditions7258 Racquet Club DriveSalt Lake City, Utah 84121
EMAIL: [email protected]: www.westernriver.com
TOLL-FREE: 800-453-7450LOCAL: 801-942-6669
Rogue River » Oregon3 - 4 DAY LODGE TO LODGE EXPEDITION
ROGUE RIVER, OREGON 3-4 DAY EXPEDITION
Western River Expeditions7258 Racquet Club DriveSalt Lake City, Utah 84121
EMAIL: [email protected]: www.westernriver.com
TOLL-FREE: 800-453-7450LOCAL: 801-942-6669
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Rogue River » Oregon3 - 4 DAY LODGE TO LODGE EXPEDITION
What to Expect
Get Ready!
☞ Typical Day
☞ Physical Requirements
☞ Learn About the Rafts
☞ Packing List
☞ Payment & Cancellation
☞ Pre-Trip Travel Information
☞ Day-by-Day Itinerary
☞ Lodges on the Rogue River
☞ Packing Tips
Quail Creek
Rainey FallsBlack Bar Lodge
Staircreek Falls
Foster Bar (Trip End)
Rand Boat Launch (Trip Start)
Morrison’s LodgeMerlin, Oregon
Alameda Rapid
Lower Grave Creek Falls
Meadow CreekRapidTacoma Rapids
Half Moon Bar Rapids
Devil’s Staircase
Rapids
Blossom Bar Rapids
Tyee RapidsRussian
Rapids
Upper Dulog Rapids
HorseshoeBend Rapids
Upper Black Bar F alls
Wildcat Rapids
Paradise Lodge
Marial Lodge
To Pacific Ocean
From Cascade Range
ROGUE RIVER, OREGON 3-4 DAY EXPEDITION
Western River Expeditions7258 Racquet Club DriveSalt Lake City, Utah 84121
EMAIL: [email protected]: www.westernriver.com
TOLL-FREE: 800-453-7450LOCAL: 801-942-6669
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With legendary American West appeal, stemming from deep roots in river rafting lore, the lodge to lodge
Rogue River rafting trip delivers a perfect blend of wildlife and wilderness with the cozy charm of cabin
comforts like your own room and private bathroom. Cascading down the lush Pacific face of snow capped
volcanic peaks, the Rogue River tumbles toward the Oregon Coast with the playfulness of the friendly river
otters that make their home on the Rogue. Wildlife such as deer and black bear thrive in this congressionally
designated Wild & Scenic river ecosystem. Comfortable water temperatures invite you to swim and play,
splashing through Class II - IV rapids for your choice of 3 or 4 days.
QUICK FACTSRogue River Lodge to Lodge: May-September 3or4Days,45milesRogue River Camping: Sept/Oct
Begins and Ends: Merlin,OR
Travel Time from Nearest Major City: Medford,OR(45min.drive)
Current Rates, visit:
RATES & DATESForcurrentrates&datespleasevisitourwebsiteat:
RATE INCLUDES RAFTING » ClassII-IVrapidsonthe
RogueRiver
HIKING » Hikestooldhomesteads,Panoramicvistas&more
LODGING » Stayinthecozycomfortsofsimplelodgesalongtheriver.
MEALS » Allmealsarepreparedforyouwhileontherivertrip.
TRANSFERS » ShuttleservicefromMerlin,OregontoriverandfromriverbacktoMerlin,Oregon.
www.westernriver.com
Rogue River » Oregon3 - 4 DAY LODGE TO LODGE EXPEDITION
Itinerary & Travel InformationDAY PRIOR »MeetatMorrson’sLodgeat5:45pmfortriporientationandtoreceiveyourdrybag.
DAY ONE »MeetatMorrson’sLodgeat8:15amtodepartfortheRandBoatRampasagroup.Asafetyorientationwillprepareyouforthetrip,whileyourgearisloadedontotheboats.SometimebeforelunchthegentlyflowingriverbreaksitsslumberatarapidnamedGraveCreek.ThismarksthecongressionallydesignatedWild&ScenicsectionoftheRogueRiverinOregon.GueststakealunchbreakandwalkaroundaClassVrapidnamedRainieFalls.AfternoonhoursarespentsplashingthroughseveralmoreClassIIandClassIIIrapids.BlackBarLodgeawaitsyourarrivalwithhorsd’oeuvres,complimentaryregionalwine,beerandsodas.Playandexplorearoundthelodgeuntilyou’recalledinforafamilystyledinner,servedinthecozylodgediningroom.Enjoytheeveningasstarsbegintofillthesky.
DAY TWO »Freshlybrewedcoffeegreetsyoursensesatabout7am,withbreakfastfollowingashorttimethereafter.Personalgearistransportedbackdowntotheriver’sedgewhereboatsarepreparedforanotherdayofadventureontheRogueRiver.Enjoyplayfulriverrapidsthroughouttheday,interspersedwithahikeortwotohistoricpioneercabins.MarialLodgeishomeforyoursecondnightontheRogueRiver.EnjoyahikethateveningtoaspectacularwaterfallinthedenseOregonforest.
DAY THREE »Todayyou’llencounterthemostspectaularoftheRogueRiverrapids.MuleCreekCanyon,BlossomBar,andDevilsStaircaseareallClassIVrapids.Morerapidslengthenoutthedaywithacalmerside.*ExpecttoarriveatFosterBartake-outaround3:00pmwherevansarereadytotakeyoubacktoMorrison’sLodge.Youshouldarriveatyourvehiclearound6:00pm.
DAY FOUR » *ThefourthdayismadepossiblewithathirdnightstayintheParadiseLodge,locatedbetweenMarialLodgeandtheFosterBarTake-outlocation.SpendsomeextratimesoakinginthelushforestcanopyandrichwildlifeinthisbeautifulpartoftheRogueRivergorge.
*Note:Thisitineraryisprovidedasasample.Dailyactivitiesandsightswillvarybasedonweatherconditionsandguidepreferences.
Western River Expeditions7258RacquetClubDriveSaltLakeCity,Utah84121
EMAIL: [email protected]: www.westernriver.com
TOLL-FREE:800-453-7450LOCAL: 801-942-6669
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ROGUE RIVER, OREGON 3-4 DAY EXPEDITION
Western River Expeditions7258 Racquet Club DriveSalt Lake City, Utah 84121
EMAIL: [email protected]: www.westernriver.com
TOLL-FREE: 800-453-7450LOCAL: 801-942-6669
Pre-trip Orientation Meetings BesuretoarriveinMerlin,Oregonby5:45p.m.the evening prior to the tripdepartureinordertobeattheorientationmeetingheldatMorrison’sLodge.
Pre-Trip Travel InformationTherearemanytraveloptionstoconsiderinplanningyourOregonraftingvacation.Simplygiveusacallandwe’lldiscussyouroptionsandhelparrangeeverythingforyou.
WHERE AND WHEN TO MEET
OnceinMerlin,thenightpriortotripdeparture,youwillmeetatMorrison’sLodgeat5:45PM(PST)foranimportantonehourorientationmeetingtoansweranylastquestions.Thereyouwillreceiveyourwaterproofgearbags.YouarefreetoenjoydinnerinMerlin,ornearbyonyourown.Inthemorning,meetatMorrisonsLodgeat8:15AM.Eatbreakfastonyourownbeforehand.
WHERE TO STAY
Merlin Area Grants Pass
Morrison’sLodge-(800)826-1963 BestWestern-(800)553-7666
GaliceResort-(541)476-3818 HolidayInnExpress-800-838-7666
TheRiversideInn-(800)334-4567
FieryManor-(541)476-3591
HOW TO GET TO MERLIN, OREGON ThenearestairportislocatedinMedford,Oregon–theRogueValleyInternationalMedfordAirport–whichisapproximately28milessouthofGrantsPass.Forassistancewithshuttleservice,callAffordableShuttle(541)479-1042orGaliceResort(541)476-3818.Pleasenote:Thefeesthattheseshuttlecompanieschargeareinadditiontoyourtripfees.
ArrivingbyCar:FromI-5(northorsouth)takeExit61toMerlin.Merlinis3mileswestofI-5.Turnleft(west)ontoMerlin-GaliceRoadandgo12.5miles.Youwillcrossalarge,yellowbridgeovertheRogueRiverabouttwomilesbeforeyoureachMorrison’sLodge,whichwillbeonyourright.
Post-Trip TravelAfteryourrivertrip,youwillbeshuttledbyvanfromtheriverbacktoMerlin,specificallytoMorrison’sLodge.Werecommendlodginglocallythenightyourtripends,beforetravelinghome.
Making the Most of Oregon: Oregonhasalottoofferinthewayofscenicvistas,andiconicgeographiclandmarks-definitelyworthafewextradaysonaroadtriptoandfromyourMerlin,Oregondestination.See Page 12
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Western River Expeditions7258 Racquet Club DriveSalt Lake City, Utah 84121
EMAIL: [email protected]: www.westernriver.com
TOLL-FREE: 800-453-7450LOCAL: 801-942-6669
A Typical Day on the RiverAftermeetingyourguidesyouwillbegivenatriporientationthatwillincludehowandwhereyoucansitontherafts,howtoholdon,andsafetyprecautionswhileontheriver.
Atypicaldaywillincluderaftingforafewhoursatatime,stoppingforscenicside-canyonhikes,bathroombreaks,lunchandpossibleswimmingopportunities.Visitingwithnew-foundfriendsandlearningriverloreandgeologyfromourwell-trainedguidesaddstotheenjoymentofeachday.
TheRogueRiverinOregonisdesignated“Wild&Scenic”sotherewillbeplentyofwildlifesightingsinatypicalday.TheRogueRiverhas“poolanddrop”characteristics.Thismeansthere’salongpoolofcalmwaterfollowedbyarapid.Notlongafterlaunching,werunseveralplayfulrapidsthatgiveafun,rollercoasterride,atasteofwhat’stocome.Around4:00pmwearriveateachlodgewithplentyoffreetimeforhiking,fishing,readingorjustrelaxing.Horsd’oeuvresareservedateachlodgeanddinnerisservedfamilystylearound7:00.TheOregonskydarkensandthefirstshimmeringstarsappear,invitingcontemplationonthedayandconversationwithfriends,newandold.Weawakearound7:00amandenjoyfresh-brewedcoffee.Breakfastisservedandyoupackupyourpersonalgear.Theraftsareloadedandwedepartfromthelodgearound9:30foranadventure-packeddayofrapids,magnificentsceneryandfun.
“Our trip was amazing! I felt like a kid again. The guides were wonderful and really helped make the experience a great one. I would love to do this again!”DONNA - New York City
“AMAZING!!! The trip itself was awesome: beautiful scenery, exciting rapids, awesome night skies....but really, it was the people that made the trip what it was! Fellow rafters: an extraordinary group of folks from all over the US, we really melded into a river “family”! The crew took such great care of all of us, were knowledgeable about the river, and were entertaining, fun, and funny!! This was definitely a trip to remember. I’m feeling a bit of post-river withdrawals, but thinking back on the great times we all shared, makes me smile all over again! If you’re considering doing a raft trip with Western, don’t hesitate!! You’ ll be so glad you did!”QUINN - Bend, Oregon
Rafting Trips vs. Other VacationsThesettingandpaceofaraftingadventuregivesyousomethingyoudon’tfindinothervacations.Onawhitewaterraftingtrip,youwillquicklydiscoverwhysomanyarecallingthis“thebestvacationoftheirlives.”It’sthecombinationofdriftingovertranquilpoolsofwaterbetweenverdantforestedslopes,interspersedwithrockygorgesandtheexhilarationandthrillofrollingwavesandcrashingwhitewater,theexplorationofseldom-seenwaterfallsanduniquehumanhistory,thepeacefulmomentsofreflectionasyougazeupatthestar-studdedskyandthefreshfeelingofrenewalasthemorningsunslowlyfiltersthroughwindingcanyons.Allthisprovidesanindescribablesenseofbelonging.Asenseofonenesswithyourselfandthosearoundyou.Asenseofadventure,reflectionandrenewal.Comediscoverthedifference.
Expedition PartnersROWAdventuresownstheriverpermitsfortheareayou’vechosentoexplore.WesternRiverExpeditions’friendshipwithROWAdventuresallowsustoofferawidervarietyofriverexpeditionsinthewestatthesameratesasthetripoperator.WeareproudtoworkwithROWAdventuresandareconfidentthatyou’llenjoytheirhospitalityandqualityofriverexperience.
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Western River Expeditions7258 Racquet Club DriveSalt Lake City, Utah 84121
EMAIL: [email protected]: www.westernriver.com
TOLL-FREE: 800-453-7450LOCAL: 801-942-6669
Paddle RaftInconjunctionwithourOarrigs,RogueRivertripsalsoofferspaddleboatswhichprovide“hands-on”excitementinconqueringthewaveswithaspiritedteamof6rafters.Paddlersneednothaveanypriorexperienceasyourguideswillprovideampleinstructionandensureeveryone’ssuccess.
The Oar RigYourguideswilladeptlymaneuverfourtosixpassengeroarrigs.Thesespeciallydesigned18-footboatsofferacomfortablerideandare“self-bailing”whichmeansthatanywaterthatcomesintotheraftimmediatelyflowsbackout.
A Icewater
B Guestseating
C Firstaidkit
D Guestgearbags
E Guideseatatopcoolers
F Throwbag
G Oars
H Dryfoodstoragebox
I Personalstorageboxesorbags
J Storagefortents,cots,kitchen
stoves,tables
K “FlipLines”designedtoflipaboat
overintherareeventofanoverturn
L Bucketforboatrinsing...
...andwaterfighting
“From the time I registered for the trip until well after, I have been greeted with the highest level of professionalism and warmth. My trip was on the Rogue River and it was a stellar example of rafting. We had the advantage of staying in lodges for this trip. The time on the water was very safe and the guides are quite knowledgable about the sights along the way.” STAN - New York
Rafts on the Rogue RiverTheRogueRiverofferstheopportunitytopaddleyourowninflatablekayak,enjoytheexcitementofapaddleraft,orrideaboardacomfortableoarrigpilotedbyyourskilledguides.
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Inflatable KayakAvailableonlyattheguide’sdiscretion,thesetwo-personinflatablekayaksletyouchallengetherapidsonyourown.Theyalsoprovideapeacefulandrelaxingwaytoreclineandgazeupatthespectacularsceneryinthecalmstretchesofriver.Ifyou’veneverpaddledbefore,acquiringsomebasicpaddleskillswiththehelpofaguidetakesonlyafewminutes.
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ROGUE RIVER, OREGON 3-4 DAY EXPEDITION
Western River Expeditions7258 Racquet Club DriveSalt Lake City, Utah 84121
EMAIL: [email protected]: www.westernriver.com
TOLL-FREE: 800-453-7450LOCAL: 801-942-6669
Lodges on the Rogue RiverTheRogueRiverisawildernessarea,filledwiththewildlifeandsceneryyou’dexpecttofindinthewild.However,thereareanumberofremotelyaccessedcabinsorlodgesalongtheriverthatwereinplacebeforeitwascongressionallydesignatedasa“Wild&Scenic”waterway.NowhereelseintheUnitedStatescanyouraftawildernessofriverandstayinacomfortablelodgeeachnight.Eachlodgeisownedseparately,eachwithitsownuniquehistory.
Yourpersonalgearwillbetransportedtoeachcabinorlodgeeachnightofyourtrip.Allbeddingwillbeprovidedbythelodgeoperatorseachnight.
Togiveyoutheopportunitytogohiking,fishing,readabook,etc.,wegenerallyarrivenolaterthan4:00pm.Around5:30,weservehorsd’oeuvreswithdinnerfollowingaround7:00pm.
MORRISON’S ROGUE RIVER LODGE (Built 1943)Pre-triporientationisheldatMorrison’s.Youcanopttostayhere,oratanynearbyfacility,suchastheGaliceResort,thenightbeforeyourraftingadventure.
BLACK BAR LODGE (Built 1935) willgreetyouafterthefirstdayofexcitementontheriver.ThislodgeoriginallycateredtotheminersandpackerswhomovedupanddowntheRogueinthe1940’s.
MARIAL LODGE (Built 1903) wasoriginallybuiltasasmallpostoffice,alongamulerouteupanddownthecanyon.ThePostOfficeclosedin1954,andwasoneofthelastpostofficesservedbymuletrainintheU.S.IthassinceseenanumberofupgradesfromitsPostalpast.
PARADISE LODGE(Built ca. 1950)DeakandLouiseMillerpurchasedthisranchlandonawidebendintheRogueRiverinthe1950’s.Theranchhadbeenhomesteadedsince1905.Deakwasoneofthefirst“characters”tohosttourismandrecreationactivitiesathislodge,launchingthethrivinglocalrecreationalactivityenjoyedbymanytoday.
“The experience was absolutely unique and to quote my teenage sons, ‘totally awesome.’ We learned, were thrilled with the whitewater, made new friends, ate like kings and most importantly-totally relaxed.”JOE - New York
Black Bar Lodge
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Western River Expeditions7258 Racquet Club DriveSalt Lake City, Utah 84121
EMAIL: [email protected]: www.westernriver.com
TOLL-FREE: 800-453-7450LOCAL: 801-942-6669
www.westernriver.com/trips/rogue-river-rafting/weather.php☞
Wealwayshopeforgoodweatherbutyoushouldbepreparedforthepossibilityofcoolerweatherandstorms.Thisisapplicabletoalltripsthroughouttheseason.ThefollowingchartshowsaveragesforthemonthsofMaythroughOctober.Temperaturesandprecipitationwillvary.Arainstormoracoolfrontcanhappenanytime.Youcanfindcurrentweatherforecastsat:
Weather
“I had a great time on this trip, I would recommend this trip to anyone. The guides were unbelivable, they made the trip even better. Their knowledge of the river and the canyons were second to none. Besides their knowledge, the guides were alot of fun to talk with and listen to their stories. I expected to have a good time on the trip, and my expectations were met tenfold.” TIM - Kansas
TEMPERATURES AND PRECIPITATION – ROGUE RIVER, OREGON:
MAY JUN JUL AUG SEP OCT
MeanMax.Temperature 73 82 90 90 83 72
MeanMin.Temperature 46 52 57 57 50 44
Precipitation(inches) 1.3 .6 .3 .5 .4 .9
Ourprimaryconcernisparticipantsafety.Thenatureofanoutdooradventureinvolvessomephysicalexertionandalsopossibleexposuretoweatherconditionsthatcanfluctuategreatlyduetoheat,sun,wind,orrain.Wedohaveexperienceaccommodatingpersonswithawiderangeofphysicalchallenges,disabilities,ormedicalandhealthconditions.However,wehavefoundthatforsomepeoplethefactofage,weight,lackofconditioning,heartorotherdisease,canendangerthemselves,otherguestsorcreateadditionalhardshipthatdiminishesthesuitabilityorenjoymentofthistypeofvacation.Pleaseconsidertheseconditionsinmakingyourchoiceofriveradventures.Pleasecheckwithyourphysicianpriortoyourtripifyouhaveanymedicalorhealthconditionorifyouaretakinganymedications,andthennotifyusofhowwecanbetterhelpyouwiththeseconditions.Ingeneral,participantswillneedtomeetthefollowingphysicalrequirements:
FitintoaType5LifeJacket(maximumchestsizeis52”)requiredbytheU.S.CoastGuard
Abilitytosecurelygripropesprovidedforhandholdswhilerunningtherapids
Enoughagilitytoclimbonandofftherafts—thiscouldbeasmuchasa2-3footreachandoftenonwetandslipperysurfaces
Abilitytonavigateuneventerrainonhikesandincamp
Ourprincipleobjectiveisforyouandyourfellowgueststohaveanenjoyableandfulfillingexperience.Ifyouareconcernedaboutanyoftheserequirements,pleasecallourfriendlystafftofurtherdiscusswhichtripisrightforyou.OurParticipantAcknowledgementofRisksFormwillmorefullydescribesomeoftheinherentrisksinvolvedintheseactivities.Welookforwardtohavingyoujoinusontheadventureofalifetime.
Physical Requirements for Rafting Trips
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Western River Expeditions7258 Racquet Club DriveSalt Lake City, Utah 84121
EMAIL: [email protected]: www.westernriver.com
TOLL-FREE: 800-453-7450LOCAL: 801-942-6669
Packing ListNote: Your cabin/room will have beds & showers. You will not need bedding or towels. Lodges are unable to accommodate the use of personal hair dryers or similar electrical equipment.
DUFFLE BAG Allofyourpersonalitemsshouldbepackedintoasoft-sideddufflebagapproximately8”x12”x19”insize.Thesedufflebagsareavailableatwww.redrockoutfitters.com(moreinfoaboutthisonnextpage).
DAY BAGUponarrivalattheorientationmeetingthenightbeforeyourtrip,youwillbeprovidedawater-resistantdaybag(approximately9”x20”).Inthisdaybag,youwillwanttoputthoseitemsyouwishtoaccessduringtheday(raingear,camera,medications,sunblock,lipbalm,etc).Werecommendpackingtheseitemstheeveningbeforeyourrivertrip.
GEAR BAGAlsouponarrivalattheorientationmeetingthenightbeforeyourtrip,youwillreceiveawater-resistantgearbag(13x24).Youwillputyourdufflebaginsidethisbag,rollthetopdownandclipitsecurelytoavoidgettingyourpersonalgearwet.Yourpersonalgearbagwillbeavailableatthelodgeseachnightofyourtrip.
CLOTHING ITEMS Two-piece rain suit or “paddle gear”(Notjustfor
rainstorms-watertemperaturescanbechilly!Offersprotectionagainstthecoldwaterwhenrunningrapids–especiallyintheearlyseason.Noponchosplease)
1-2swimsuits(2-pieceswimsuitandquick-dryingshortsorsportsbraandshortsrecommendedforwomen)
2quick-dryingshirts(longsleeveand/orshortsleeve)
2pairoflightweightpants/shorts,shirts&underwear
2pairofsocksforuseincaseofsunburnorfootinjury
1pairquick-dryingpants(optional-forsunprotection)
Lightweightfleecetop
Sturdywatersandalsorwatershoes(noflip-flops).Basedonthetypeandconditionofyourfootwear,youmaywanttoconsiderabackuppairofsandalsorshoesincaseofanydamage.
Comfortablefootwearfortheeveninginandaroundthelodges
Hatforsunprotectionwithstringorhatclip
BandanaorBuff
Paddlingglovesforkayaks&paddleboats
PERSONAL ITEMS Personalhygieneproducts,Toothbrush&toothpaste
Plentyofsunscreen
Sunscreenlipbalm
After-sunmoisturizinglotion
Sportwaterbottlewithcliporcarabiner
Smalltowelandwashcloth
Smallpackoftissues
Smallheadlamporflashlightwithextrabatteries
Binoculars
Sunglasseswithsafetystrap
Camera–waterproofdigitalcamerawithextrabatteriesandmemorycardsrecommended
Extraeyeglasses/contacts(includeretentionstrap)
Paddlinggloves
Cashforgratuities(Yourguideswillmakeeveryefforttoseethatyourtripisenjoyableandsuccessful.Gratuitiesforguidesareappropriate,greatlyappreciatedandatyourdiscretion,asagestureofthanksfortheirprofessionalismandservice.Asuggestedguidelineis10percentofthetripcost.Thecommonpracticeistogivethegratuitytothetripleaderonthelastnight.Itwilllaterbedividedequallywiththerestofthecrew.)
COLD WEATHER ITEMS (see weather section) PolyprosocksforriverorWoolsocks
Stockingcap,fleeceorwoolgloves
Thickfleecejacketand/orlightweightdowncoat
Lightweightlongunderwearforsleeping
1additionalsetofpoly-proorcapileneunderwear(tops&bottoms)
SplashJacketandpantsrecommendedforcoldtrips
OPTIONAL PERSONAL ITEMS Plasticbagfordirtyorwetclothing
Disposablemoisttowelettes
Personalbeestingkit(ifallergic)
FishinggearandOregonlicense(gearmustbeinprotectivecaseanddisassembledduringtravel)
Sarong(longclothwornlikeaskirt,wrappedatthewaist)
Sundressforladies
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Western River Expeditions7258 Racquet Club DriveSalt Lake City, Utah 84121
EMAIL: [email protected]: www.westernriver.com
TOLL-FREE: 800-453-7450LOCAL: 801-942-6669
Items Provided
Get Ready in One Order: Red Rock OutfittersThroughseveraldecadesofexperienceontheriver,Westernknowswhatclothingandgearwillkeepyousmilingeverysecondofyouradventure.Specifically,we’vebundled“The Works” forhim,forherandoneforgearingeneral.GetaFREEitemwitha“Works”purchase.Foryourconvenience,youcanorderalltheseitemsonlinewithWestern’sretaildivision: redrockoutfitters.com☞
www.RedRockOutfitters.com
TransportationfromMorrison’sLodgetoBoatLaunch
ReturnShuttlefromRogueRivertoMorrison’sLodge
Professional,licensedguides
Allmealsbetweentripdepartureandreturn
Lodgingwhileontherivereachnight
Alleatingutensilsandsouvenircup
Unlimiteddrinkingwater
Water-resistantdrybagforpersonaldufflebags
Water-resistantday-usedrybag(9”diameterx20”)forpersonalitems
OarBoats,PaddleRaftsandInflatableKayaks
USCoastguardapprovedwhitewaterlifejackets
WildernessFirst-Aidkit
SanitaryFacilities
Be Prepared for Any Weather:Weatherisalwayspresentonarivertrip...Temperaturescanfluctuatedaily,andmayevendisobeypredictedweatherforecasts!Itiswisetocomepreparedforanything,butwerealizethereareweightandsizelimitationsforpacking.Whilewecannotpredictitall,hopefullywe’vegivenyoutheproper insights and information to prepare you for the adventure of alifetime!
Rain Gear vs. Paddle Gear
Key Feature:Neoprenerubber“gaskets”aroundwrists&neck.Bestincoldweather&whitewater.
PROS:•Nothingbetterforstayingdry
•Idealwhenweatherremainscold
•Blockswaterfromalldirections
•Bestforwhitewater
CONS:•Hot&sweatyinwarmweather
•Pulloverstylecanbedifficult
•Specializedpurposelacksversatility
•Nohoodforrainstorms
Key Feature:Easytowear,versatile,bestinwarmerweatherandrain.
PROS:•Keepsyourelativelydrywithout
the“sweatchambereffect”
•Blockswind-chillafterrapids
•Versatilepurpose/easytowear
•Bestforrain,shieldswhitewater
CONS:•Notwaterproofduringlargerapids
•Gettingcoldcanbeathreattofun 1-888-924-2050
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Western River Expeditions7258 Racquet Club DriveSalt Lake City, Utah 84121
EMAIL: [email protected]: www.westernriver.com
TOLL-FREE: 800-453-7450LOCAL: 801-942-6669
Things to bring: Dufflebag(approx.8”x12”x19”),packedwithpersonalitemsoutlinedonthepackinglist
Extrasnacks,ifdesired.(Snackswillbeprovidedduringthetrip).
Camera(s)-Phonesascamerasinwaterproofcases/sleeves(Cellserviceunavailable)
Things to leave: (NOTTOBRINGONTHERIVER)
Suitcases&extraluggagecanbeleftatMorrisonLodgestoragefacility,oryourvehicle.
Unnecessaryelectronicdevices(gamedevicesforkids,etc.)
Jewelry
FINAL CHECKLIST: The morning of your trip: Checkoutofyouraccommodations&eatagoodbreakfast.
MeetatMorrison’sLodgeby8:00AM(PST).
Comedressedandreadytoraft(seediagrambelow):
Gear provided: Water-resistant gear bag. Once
youaredressedandreadyfortheriverthatday,youshouldpackyourpersonaldufflesoitisreadytoplaceinsidethisrubberbag.Youcanaccessitagainthatnightatthelodge.(Inaccessibleduringtheday).
Small day bagtoholdpersonalitemsyouneedthroughouttheday(sunscreen,lipbalm,rainsuit,camera,snacks).Packtheseitemsthenightbeforeyourrivertrip.
Lifejacket / PFDwillbehandedoutandproperfittingwillbedemonstratedbyyourguideswhenyoumeetthemattherafts.
BIG SMILE
RETENTION DEVICE(S)
LIP BALM & SUNSCREEN
River guides invented these thirty yearsago for hats and sunglasses. They work!
A smile is a curve thatsets a lot of things straight
LIFE JACKET / PFDAvailable at the river’s edge, with the rafts
WATERPROOF CAMERAOr use a waterproof / sandproof case
QUALITY RAIN GEARGood quality rain gear is handy in your day bag for rain, but especially for rapids!
MEDICATION(if needed)
HAT FOR SUN PROTECTION
QUICK DRY SHORTS
SUNGLASSESThey’re not just for Hollywood looks
Wide-brimmed hat, baseball cap or visor
COMFORTABLE SHIRTBest with UPF for sun protection
STURDY WATER SANDALS OR SHOESNo flip flops, mukluks, cowboy boots, spurs, etc.
Makes sitting on the raft more comfortable
WATER BOTTLE WITH A CLIPAlways drink lots of water in the desert
At least 30 SPF - You will havetime to apply this before rafting
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Western River Expeditions7258 Racquet Club DriveSalt Lake City, Utah 84121
EMAIL: [email protected]: www.westernriver.com
TOLL-FREE: 800-453-7450LOCAL: 801-942-6669
General InformationBEVERAGES »Waterisavailableinunlimitedquantitiesontheboats.Limitedamountsofsoda,beerandwinewillbeavailable.Ifyouwishtobringyourownalcoholicbeveragesandsodapopyoumaydosoinmoderateamounts.Pleaseavoidglasscontainers.Plasticbottlesandaluminumcansworkwell.
VALUABLES » YouwillwanttohavephotoID,amajorcreditcard,andsomecashforgratuities.Allothervaluablesandjewelryshouldbeleftathome.Inaddition,asasafetyprecautionwesuggestthatyounotwearringsontheriver.Also,eachyearafewofourgueststravelingonairlinesarrivewithoutluggage.Withthisinmind,wesuggestyoucarrywithyoumedications,prescriptionglasses,andanythingyoumaynotbeabletoreplacetheeveningbeforeyourtripdeparts.
EXTRA LUGGAGE » Transferallyourpersonalclothingandgearwhichyouwillneedontheriverexpeditiontoasmalllightweightdufflebag.Identifydufflebagwithlabel.PleaseDONOTBRINGSUITCASESonyourrivertrip.Aspartofyourequipmentpackage,weprovideawater-resistantbag,inwhichyouwillplaceyourpersonaldufflebag.
OTHER QUESTIONS » Ifyouhaveadditionalquestions,ourfriendlystaffisavailableMonday–Fridayfrom7:00AMto6:00PMMountainTime.Also,visitusonlineatwesternriver.comformoreinformation.Besuretoseeour“FAQS&POLICIES”sectiononlineundereachtrip.
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Payment & Cancellation PoliciesPAYING YOUR BALANCE Allpaymentsarenon-refundable.Paymentinfullisdue90dayspriortotripdepartureandmaybepaidbycheck(preferably)orcreditcard.Wereservetherighttocancelyourreservationiffullpaymentisnotcollectedbytheduedate
CANCELLATION & REFUNDS Thecancellationpolicyappliesatthetimeofdeposit.DetailsregardingcancellationsandtravelchangesforeachtripcanbefoundatWesternRiver.comoronyoureservationconfirmation.Ifyoumustcancelanyreservation,thecancellationpolicyappliesineveryinstanceandtherewillbenoexceptionsforanyreason.Westernwillnotissueanyrefundforarrivinglateorleavingatripearly.WesternRiverExpeditionsisnotresponsibleforanyexpensesincurredinpreparationforanycancelledtripsorforcostsincurredduetotraveldelays,flightcancellations,orillness.Ifyouareconcernedaboutthepossibilityofhavingtocancel,youmayfindinformationaboutcancellationcoverageandpolicydetailsat:
Fly Fishing & Spin Fishing arebothpopularontheRogueRiver.ChinookSalmonandSteelheadabound,aswellasCutthroatTrout.
LicencescanbepurchasedthenightbeforetripdepartureinMerlin,Oregon.
Collapsiblepoles,orrigidpolecasesarerecommended.Insomecasesitmaybepossibletopurchasetheneededequipmentjustthedaypriortothetriptoavoidhassleswithairlinetravel.
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Making the Most of Your Visit to OregonWhetheryouchoosetoflyintoPortland,OregonInternationalAirport(PDX),orMedfordInternational(MFR)insouthernOregon,youmaywanttoconsideraddingaroadtriptovisitsomeoftheothericoniclandmarksandvistasduringyourvisittoOregon.Youcouldspendamonthexploringandstillnottakeitallin,butbelowisasamplingofsightsyoumaywanttoplantoseealongwithyourRogueRiverraftingadventure.OREGON COAST “THE PEOPLE’S COAST”
Called“ThePeople’sCoast”becauseall363milesofOregon’scoastlinehasbeendesignatedaspublicland,availableforalltoenjoy.Ruggedcliffs,historiclighthouses,verdantforests,spectacularcoastalscenery,impressivesanddunesandvastsandybeachesawaityoualongthePacificCoastScenicByway,USHighway101.Recreationalopportunitiesincludehiking,fishing,cycling,beachcombing,whaleandbirdwatchingandmuchmore.Alongthewayyouwillfindartgalleries,festivalsandaquariumsinthetownsthatdotthecoast.
CRATER LAKE NATIONAL PARK
Forhundredsofyears,CraterLakehasinspiredpeoplewithitscombinationofwaterandmountains.Withexcellenttrails,boattoursonthelakeandahistoriclodge,therearemanywaystoenjoythisnaturalwondercreatedsome7,700yearsagowhenvolcanicMountMazamacollapsedafteramonstrouseruption.This“calderalake”isoneofthedeepestlakesintheworld,withsomeoftheclearestwateraswell.ItislocatedjustundertwohoursfromtheMedfordairport,andtwoandhalfhoursfromourRogueRivermeetingpointinMerlin,Oregon.
OREGON CAVES NATIONAL MONUMENT ThisfabulousbutlittleknownNationalMonumentoffersawiderangeofactivitiesincludingthemainhighlight,atourthroughanactivemarblecavethathasbeencreatedbynaturalforcesoverthecourseofmillionsofyears.Ontheseranger-ledhikes,youlearnaboutthegeology,fossils,caveecosystems,batsandmuchmore.Aboveground,there’smoretoexploreincludingaremnantofold-growthconiferousforest,hometoanastoundingarrayofplants,andaDouglas-firtreewiththewidestknowngirthinOregon.
SOUTHERN OREGON WINE COUNTRY Withawarm,dryclimatethatisconsideredtobesimilartotheBordeauxregionofFrance,thisisoneofthewarmestgrowingregionsinOregon.Therearesome60wineriesandmostareopenfortastingsandvisits.Ifyoudon’thavetimetovisitthemall,focusontheApplegateValleyWineTrailwhereyou’llfindproofthatthere’smorethanPinotNoirinOregon.
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