How to Plan a Middle Fork of the Salmon Trip
So, you got the email— "You won a Middle Fork of the Salmon permit" email? Congrats! The Middle Fork isn’t just a river trip—it’s 100 miles of wild Idaho winding...
Recent Posts from Courtney
Pro Tips: How To Wash Camp Dishes
Whether you’re cooking for two or thirty, the 4-bucket dishwashing system keeps your camp kitchen clean, efficient, and safe. Here's a breakdown of each step, plus some hot tips to...
10 Best Whitewater Rafting Day Trips in the West
If you’re craving some adventure but don’t have time for a multi-day expedition, a whitewater day trip is the perfect solution. The West is packed with rivers offering everything from...
2025 River Festivals
Whitewater festivals are basically summer camp for river people—except with bigger rapids, better stories, and way more questionable footwear. Whether you're here to race, boogie, or just cheer from the...
Pro Tips: Packing Smart on Multi-day Rafting Trips
Packing for a multi-day rafting trip takes a bit of planning, but with over a decade of guiding experience, I’ve learned a few things to make the process easier. From...
Courtney's Guide to R2ing
R2ing in my Minimax is one of my favorite ways to experience the river. I’ve shared my boat with complete novices, kayakers checking out new sections, experienced rafters, and my...
Do We Still Need Zach?
Most Tuesdays Zach goes live on Youtube to answer questions he has received over the past week. Zach has been immersed in the whitewater community since college at UC Davis....
Video Review: Getting Beat Down
Some boaters are drawn to big munching holes, others avoid them at all cost. Sometimes you make it through, other times you and maybe your boat go along for the...
The Best Colorado Rafting Day Trips for Families
Rafting is one of the most exhilarating and family-friendly outdoor activities, offering the perfect mix of adventure and bonding time in the great outdoors. Colorado is home to some of...
Gear Review: Astral Layla LE
Every year Astral makes limited edition, artistically decorated runs of their popular PFDs. This season Astral released their first “LE” of the women’s specific PFD, the Layla. What I like...
