California whitewater rafting can be fun and exciting for a range of ages and skill levels. When choosing a commercial outfitter for your adventure, be sure to ask about guide experience and training levels, safety record and how long they have been in business. Even though you are hiring a commercial outfitter for your trip, there are a few precautions you should take to ensure your whitewater experience is both safe and fun. Continue reading
Rivers Bend Resort
American River Recreation offers a variety of whitewater rafting trips including half, full and 2 day trips. Our 2 day adventures include accommodations on our private riverfront campground; Rivers Bend Resort.
Although camping is included in our overnight trips, space on our campground as well as dinner can be added to any trip reservation. Our guides are as skilled with the grill as they are in the water. Sit back, relax and socialize with guests while our ‘chefs’ prepare a full course meal for you practically tableside.
Our camping accommodations are some of the best in the area. However beautiful, sleeping under the stars is not for everyone. For those who prefer the indoors; we’ve made a list of a few in the area. Continue reading
Yosemite National Park offers an abundance of activities for any outdoor adventurer. Hikers, campers, climbers and nature lovers alike have no trouble filling a weekend in Yosemite.
Breathtaking all year around, but visit Yosemite in the spring and you can include rafting the awesome whitewater of the Merced River to your to-do list. Our Merced whitewater trip typically runs from April to mid June. This 18 mile stretch can vary from class III to class IV rapids depending when you visit. With the massive amount of snow we’ve received over the winter, the Merced is sure to be an awesome ride this year. Continue reading
It’s Earth Day! You can take part by attending an Earth Day event your area. Here are a few in the Sacramento and Sierra Foothills area. These events benefit local organizations and offer fun, food and entertainment as well as opportunities to learn more about issues in your area and how you can help.
Tahoe Truckee Earth Day 2011 – Saturday April 23
Held in the Village at Squaw Valley, this non-profit volunteer run event fun, has live music and entertainment, as well as information on how to preserve and protect our local and global natural resources. There will also be free e-waste collection where you can bring your electronic equipment to be properly recycled. Continue reading
Spring break is in full effect, the kids are home and the sun is shining. Well, most of the time anyway. For some, getting your kids to go outside a play can be a challenge. We know it’s not easy competing with Facebook, YouTube Videos or the latest Halo game but here’s a list of local things to do that may help.
Junior Whitewater Rafting Enthusiasts enjoying a trip down the South Fork American
Go Whitewater Rafting!
Book a Half or Full day trip on the South Fork American. Rafting season has begun in Northern California. We have trips running daily on the South Fork. Take the kids on a tour of Coloma or visit Historic Downtown Placerville. Raft on Saturday April 23 and attend the 12th annual Coloma Easter Egg hunt! Perfect trip for families with younger children or teens. Our full day trips include a great deli-style buffet lunch with homemade cookies! More at our website. Continue reading
This is the second post in our “Get to Know The ARR Family” series. Each year we are blessed with an amazing team; everyone dedicated to making your trip the most memorable ever. Each of our staff brings a wealth of experience and comes from all over the world to our little town of Coloma, California. They’ve boated on the most challenging rivers in the US to Central and South America, Africa, Australia and everywhere in between and for the six or so months of the year that we call rafting season, these men & women call Northern California and American River Recreation their home.
Meet Edison Xavier Poveda Rodriguez, otherwise known to ARR as ‘Chamy’.Chamy is our Ecuador native and rafter of over 16 years. Prior to his arrival in the US, he guided not only in Ecuador but also in Venezuela, Columbia and Peru. He came to ARR with an impressive collection of experience, rafting a variety of difficult yet beautiful rivers that include: the Pastaza in the Ecuador Jungle, the Jatun Yaku River also in Ecuador, the Rio Blanco and Colca Canyon in Peru. Out of the water, Chamy guided combo trips that include canyoning in Ecuador’s El Kilo Canyon, as well as hiking and rock climbing adventures. Continue reading
Photo Credit: Nevada City Chamber of Commerce
19th Annual Nevada City Downtown Masquerade Ball, Parade & Street Faire. March 5-6. This is one of the largest Mardi Gras events in the area. Saturday evening kicks of the celebration with a Mardi Gras Masquerade Ball. Advance tickets recommended, $10 advance, $15 at the door, available through the Nevada City Chamber of Commerce call 530.265.2692 or 800.655.NJOY. The Ball isn’t the only chance to dress up. Visitors are encouraged to wear their favorite Mardi Gras gear Sunday for food, crafts, clothes and more at the street faire on North Pine Street 11am – 4pm. The Parade starts at 2pm, but arrive early to get the best spot. Starting on Broad Street and going through the center of town. Colorful floats and wonderfully decorated masked societies parade through the historic district handing out beads, toys, trinkets, bangles and more. For more info visit the Nevada City Chamber website. Continue reading
Fair Play Appellation*
When you think of California Wines, The Napa Valley may comes to mind for many of us, but while El Dorado County may be known for whitewater rafting and outdoor adventures, it’s also known for some spectacular and unique wines. Before your next visit with us, be sure to add wine tasting to your must-do list. Continue reading
It can sometimes be a challenge to plan great activities on a budget. We’ve put this list together to show how to raft for less and still have a great time.
Half Day Trips. Half Day trips are a great way to get out on the river and have some fun. Not only can you save on cost but is an excellent option when you cannot commit to a full day of rafting. We have two trips that each run the upper and lower sections of the South Fork American. You still get the excitement and the best parts of the South Fork without the full price.
ARR’s spring runs such as the North Fork American, The Kaweah and The Merced rivers offer maximum thrill and excitement and as with all of our trips, memories that will last forever.
Ensuring the best quality trips for our guests is our primary goal. Attention is given to every detail of planning your adventure. We are proud to offer expert guides, friendly staff, delicious food and an overall awesome experience. We make sure everything runs like clockwork; that your adventure starts and remains on schedule and on task.
When deciding to raft a Spring Run there are a few points to consider:
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