How to Plan a Middle Fork of the Salmon Trip

By: Courtney Sweeney, April 23, 2025

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...

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Pro Tips: How To Wash Camp Dishes

By: Courtney Sweeney, April 17, 2025

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...

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10 Best Whitewater Rafting Day Trips in the West

By: Courtney Sweeney, March 27, 2025

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...

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Podcast

Mark Singleton: Tales From Gauley Fest

March 21, 2025

Get ready for an exciting episode of Safety First with Danger Tate! This time, Tate sits down with whitewater legend Mark Singleton. With 18 years as the executive director of...

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The Best Snacks for Your River Adventure: A Complete Guide

By: Tate Tomlinson, March 20, 2025

When you're on the river, having the right snacks on hand can make all the difference between an amazing experience and one that’s fueled by hunger-induced frustration. Snacks aren’t just...

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Podcast

Michele Crockett: Private Boaters Guide to Trip Planning

March 13, 2025

Get ready for an information packed episode of Safety First with Danger Tate. Tate talks with the river trip planning expert, Michele Crockett. She is the co-founder of RiverBent. Michele...

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Podcast

Will Volpert: The Upper Klamath, What You Should Know

March 6, 2025

In this episode of Safety First with Danger Tate, we dive into the fascinating world of the Upper Klamath with special guest Will Volpert, owner of Indigo Creek Outfitters in...

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Gear for 2025

Pro Tips: Gear Upgrades for 2025

When I find a pice of gear I like I usually stick with it until it can no longer be used. I will even buy multiples of that gear so...

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Boat Smith 2025: High Water, Big Rapids, and Epic Times

By: Tate Tomlinson, February 20, 2025

What a year at Boat Smith! The water raged, the vibes soared, and the festivities kept the stoke high. This marked my first time at the event, and honestly, I...

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Immersion Research: Made In Hood River

By: Michael Hughes, February 13, 2025

John and Kara Weld started Immersion Research in a basement in 1997 with a sewing machine and an idea: to create high-quality, surf-inspired kayak apparel. At the time, there were...

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