
Podcast
Joe Daly (ECHO River Trips): Lessons from the River
In this episode, Tate sits down with Joe Daly, the co-founder of ECHO River Trips. Together, they dive into the wild world of running a successful rafting business, handling the ups and downs of people and river life, and hearing unforgettable guide stories. We’ll talk favorite gear, best advice ever received, and what retirement looks like for a lifelong river runner.

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....

Events: BoatSmith
BoatSmith is a beloved whitewater festival and race held happens annually on the Smith River near Gasquet, CA. As a mid-February season opener to whitewater races, it’s a home-town throwdown...

Paddle Sports in the COVID-19 Era Pt. 4
This week I spoke with the Executive Director of American Whitewater, Mark Singleton. As we have learned over the past few weeks, getting outside was popular in 2020. Let's see...

Pro Tip: Sun Protection
We all enjoy a sunny day on the water, but a sunny day without the proper protection can quickly turn the rest of the week into a painful nightmare of...

Pro Tip: Personal Rescue Equipment (PRE)
A lot of boaters show up to put ins with all sorts of gadgets and gizmos in their PFDs for "safety". But what are they for? Do they know how...

New Gear Coming in 2021
Well 2020 is coming to an end. So that means new year and new gear! Here is just a quick look at some of the news gear you will see...

How Do Rapids Form in a River?
Whitewater rapids are an integral part of boating. Whether you are running day trips full of continuous whitewater or multi-day trips with lots of flat water, everyone agrees the most...

Best Whitewater Kayaking in Washington State
With rivers spanning the entire state of Washington, the whitewater kayaking potential is huge. The rivers vary from big water paddling to technical creek runs. The Olympic Peninsula offers some...

5 Reasons Kids Should Go on Rafting Trips
Growing up, my family vacations centered around the outdoors. The highlight of my summers was always going on week long backpacking or rafting trip. My brothers and I were often...