Nov 7
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12
2024
TBA
Trip Information
Rogue River Wild and Scenic Military Veterans / First Responders Raft trip.
About the trip
Military Veterans and First Responders, this is a FREE 5-day rafting trip on the Wild and scenic section of the beautiful Rouge River.Warrior Impact (WI) is putting on a FREE rafting trip for all Military Veterans and First Responders. Travel to event not covered. Warrior Impact is a nonprofit organization that supports programs like Save A Warrior (SAW) that help those who suffer from PTSD as we do. WI would like to thank you for your service and get you off the couch and on the river with fellow brothers and sisters like you. Come join us in the excitement of running rapids like Mule Creek canyon and Blossom bar. Come sit by the fire and take in the tranquility of the Rouge River. It is an experience not to be missed. Thank you for your service. This trip fills FAST!! Usually in hours. So do not hesitate. *Notice* Please, if you are not 90% sure you can commit to this trip, please no not register. A lot of work, money and time goes into planning these trips. We realize life happens and that is OK if that happens, please contact us ASAP. We also know that guest may deal with anxiety about the trip. You are not alone, us too. You will be with people just like you, people who have done and seen the same types of things. We ask you to push through, we are here for you, and you will not regret it. You are worth it!
Clothing
- Footwear: Use old tennis shoes (aqua socks work well; we have some available) or water shoes, or warm waterproof boots.
- Hiking boots: Optional for layover day hiking (tennis shoes can be used instead).
- Muck boots or similar footwear are recommended.
- Socks: Choose polypropylene or wool.
- Shirts: Long-sleeved shirts are best for sun protection and cold weather; consider both.
- Long underwear: Opt for polypropylene, Smartwool, or Capilene.
- Sweater or jacket: Select fleece or wool.
- Headwear: Use a baseball cap or visor (with a strap) for sun protection, and a non-cotton beanie or equivalent for cold weather.
- Sunglasses with a strap; prescription glasses with a strap if needed.
- Extra shirts, pants, shorts, and shoes for use in camp; cotton is acceptable for camp clothing.
- Rain gear: REQUIRED! If you are a large person, our splash gear may be too tight, so it's good to have some heavy-duty rain gear just in case. In-camp rain gear is more comfortable than wearing splash gear all day.
Rain gear is a must: We must travel everyday regardless of the weather. NO cotton while on the boat. There is a lot of white water on the run expect to get wet. Wet cotton pulls the heat right out of you. Please NO cotton underneath while on the river.
Gear
Absolutely NO unlocking Carabiners please.
- CAMP CHAIR: It must fold down. No recliners please
- Personal cup/mug: Water bottle with strap and locking carabiner if you have one
- Your favorite outdoor mug for coffee
- Insect repellent
- Small towels and toiletries
- Medications
- Sunscreen/lip balm
- Moisturizer/skin lotion, river dries you out!
- Wet wipes
- Sleeping bag
- Pack pillow
- Small towel
- Headlamp or flashlight
- Beanie
- Camera with extra film or memory cards and batteries
- A good book
- Personal hygiene items
Optional
- Fishing equipment and license
- Small day pack or fanny pack
- Book/journal/notebook
- Bandana
Provided
- Tent: We have tents if you need one, we put 2 guests per tent, men with men, women with women, and couples get their own. Tents fit 2 cots with standing room and about 3 feet of space between
- Dry bag
- Aqua socks
- Carabiner
- Cot
- Ground pad
- Splash gear
- Neoprene botties
- Mittens
Recommended Gear List
Download the list of things recommended to bring on the trip.