The fall weather is coming so it’s going to rain. Yeah I know, for some things rains bites. But for river kayaking it’s nectar of the GODS! Soon, our rivers will be refreshed, recharged, re-energized with life-giving water! And that water is what we need to enjoy whitewater.

To prepare yourself for the Northwest’s best season for paddling – winter – you should take some professional instruction with Northwest River Guides! We’ll take you down the “bunny slopes” near Portland in water that will give you confidence to tackle the blue squares and black diamonds. There, we’ll tune up your peel outs, eddy turns, your river roll, your edging and your bracing.

We’ll also provide you with all the equipment you need to enjoy your time on the river – the kayak, paddle, spray skirt, PFD, helmet. You’ll be all set. And, if anything should go awry our instructors are there LICKETY SPLIT to help you out!

Call 503-722-1122 to reserve your place. Our weekend classes run 9-1 Saturday and 2-6 on Sunday.

Join Northwest River Guides in celebrating Independence Day weekend 2009. We’re paddling THE classic desert river in Oregon  – The Deschutes!  Spend three days and two nights in this wild and scenic high desert environment!

Let us show you the fantastic whitewater and unique adventures that dot this Central Oregon river.  Our trip starts at Warm Springs and takes us downstream to Maupin. This stretch includes 50+ miles of exciting class I – III rapids. We’ll be traveling in rafts, inflatable kayaks and hardshell kayaks. We can accommodate any experience level on this great river.  This section of the Deschutes is filled with great rapids like Box Car, Wapinitia, White Horse, Bucksin Mary and Oak Springs, just to name a few.

NRG Instructors will provide top-notch instruction throughout this trip.  The warm waters and sunny skies of the Deschutes Canyon are fantastic for learning new skills and enjoying the occasional flip.

Don’t miss this unforgettable experience! Contact the office at 503.772.1122 or email northwestriverguides@gmail.com for more information or to register for the trip.

This trip includes guiding and instruction from NRG instructors, all meals, shuttle, permits, raft space or IK/kayak rental.
You’ll need your own camping and personal river equipment.

Cost: $450 – Price drops to $400 with 10 or more guests.
Logistics: Meeting in Maupin, OR Friday July 3 at 10 am. We’ll arrive back in Maupin on Sunday July 5 in the late afternoon.

Some Photos from our Lower Deschutes Trip in September 2008.