On the river

Spring conditions can vary greatly. Be prepared for any and all kinds of weather. You will be getting wet! Wool or synthetic work best for cooler weather trips. Avoid cotton that dries slowly and has no insulating value.
You will need:
– Wetsuit, paddle jacket,  (better yet a drytop or drysuit). We will supply you, at no extra charge, with a wetsuit and a paddle jacket  if you do not own any of the above.
– Swimsuits or shorts
– Tennis shoes, river sandals or river booties
– Polypropylene, capilene or other synthetic top
– Warm wool or synthetic socks
– Long sleeve fleece top
– Lightweight rain gear
– Wool or fleece hat
– Sun hat
– Sunglasses with straps
– Sunscreen and lip balms

You will be getting wet! Wool or synthetic work best for cooler weather trips. Avoid cotton that dries slowly and has no insulating value.

Summers in northern California are usually hot and dry. Occasional thunderstorms do occur, however. Do be prepared for possible cooler and/or damp weather.
You will need:
– Swimsuits or shorts
– Tennis shoes, river sandals or river booties
– Polypropylene, capilene or other synthetic top
– Fleece top
– Lightweight rain gear
– Sun hat
– Sunglasses with straps
– Sunscreen and lip balm

Please do not bring any valuables. We cannot be responsible for lost or damaged items.

Overnight camping trips

The success of a camping trip and your personal level of comfort hinge on good planning and preparedness. However, boat space is limited. Please travel light, bring only  what you feel is necessary, but come ready for any conditions. 

Most of our multi-day camping adventures are pack-in trips. A raft will carry all our gear, food and personal baggage. We supply waterproof bags for sleeping gear and all personal items. When you meet us at the river, the first morning of the trip, please, have your gear organized, so that we can pack, load the boats and depart promptly.

– Compact tent
– Ground cloth
– Sleeping pad
– Sleeping bag
– Change of clothes and shoes
– Flashlight with spare batteries
– Personal toiletries and small towel
Optional
– Camera with extra film
– Binoculars
– Spare glasses or contact lenses
– Insect repellent
– Beverages – we serve juice with lunch, red wine with dinner. If you wish to have sodas or beer, bring them along, we will keep them on ice for you.