by Allison Schatz | Jan 12, 2025 | Columbia River Gorge, Washington and Oregon fun and outdoor activities
Did you know that rivers that have a dam can be “turned off”? This is because a dam has a control panel to allow water to pass through or be blocked. A dam is used to stop the flow of water, but some dams allow water to pass over for specific reasons. One of those...
by Allison Schatz | Oct 10, 2024 | Columbia River Gorge, Washington and Oregon fun and outdoor activities
Did you know that whitewater rafting can be traced back to 1811? The first recorded attempt to navigate a river was planned for the Snake River in Wyoming. Rafting through the years is vastly different than what we know now. The equipment, training, and companies have...
by Allison Schatz | Sep 9, 2024 | Columbia River Gorge, Washington and Oregon fun and outdoor activities, Whitewater Rafting
Inclusivity in whitewater is not an advanced subject, but with each passing year, we are working harder to make it easier. Even though whitewater activities seem like a sport that is not accessible to many, there are lots of ways that a person with hindering abilities...
by Allison Schatz | Aug 11, 2024 | Columbia River Gorge, Washington and Oregon fun and outdoor activities
If you’re looking for a fun family activity in the PNW, look no further. The White Salmon River has something for everyone! Mom, Dad, Grandpa, AND your kids? I know that might seem impossible, but you could all come rafting and experience some White Salmon...
by Allison Schatz | Jul 13, 2024 | Columbia River Gorge, Washington and Oregon fun and outdoor activities, Family Activity, Whitewater Rafting
The debate between guided vs unguided rivers is a tale as old as time. There are positives and negatives to going down a river with or without a guide. When a river has guided trips it means it is a more skilled river and only people with training should be taking...
