About River Dancers
Meet owners, John McDermott and Chantal Langenfeld
John McDermott, river yogi, 30 years at it and still going strong!
We’re river rafters! Our love for whitewater adventure, wilderness and river rafting has inspired and enriched our lives…Come share our enthusiasm!
Our goals are simple: have fun, discover unique places, make friends, experience the joy and magic of river travel!
On our river rafting trips, we provide caring, personalized service. Our trips are tailored to your individual needs and desires, whether you seek the thrill of whitewater or the serenity of a floating trip.
“You were outstanding hosts and guides, but more importantly, wonderful people.”
We strive to meet your highest expectations We know nature brings out the best in all of us and it is our mission to facilitate this process for you and your family.
Chantal Langenfeld, office captain and second mate on the water. World travel is her other true passion.
We are strongly committed to respecting wild environments and encourage you to get involved in the protection of our natural heritage.
Meet our river guides
Our river guides are a remarkable team of accomplished outdoor enthusiasts with an abiding love for running rivers.
They are engaging individuals, funny and multi-talented, musicians, poets and story tellers.
They are dedicated to creating an experience you’ll remember long after you return home. All are certified in first aid and CPR, most are EMTs or Wilderness First Responders
” We were very impressed with the attitude of the guides and the example they set of not just skill in their craft, but a reverence for the river and the natural world.” –Anna Rainville, Waldorf School Teacher.
Ari, all smiles and youthful pluck, brings to the job of river guiding strong outdoor skills and a genuine respect for the natural world. And what an inspired cook she is!
Cedar comes from a family of accomplished rafters and kayakers. Her river skills are exceptional in one so young. She is strong, level headed and witty.
Mark is a seasoned river guide, woodworker extraordinaire and knowledgeable "bird man." His wit and charm are irresistible.
Aaron, on hiatus from an electrical engineering career is an accomplished river guide, mountaineer, ski patroller and a highly skilled outdoorsman.
Tom is a jack of all trades, champion snowboarder, sailor, builder, and devoted family man.
