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  Raft River - Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
The Raft River is a river that flows from Utah to Idaho.
It begins in the Raft River Mountains in northern Utah, and flows north to join the Snake River in Cassia County, Idaho.
The river is named after a crossing of the Oregon Trail where pioneers built rafts out of whatever was available to aid in crossing the river.
en.wikipedia.org /wiki/Raft_River   (113 words)

  
 Raft River -- Facts, Info, and Encyclopedia article   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-18)
Raft River -- Facts, Info, and Encyclopedia article
The Raft River is a (A large natural stream of water (larger than a creek)) river that flows from (A state in the western United States; settled in 1847 by Mormons led by Brigham Young) Utah to (A state in the Rocky Mountains) Idaho.
The river is named after a crossing of the (additional info and facts about Oregon Trail) Oregon Trail where pioneers built rafts out of whatever was available to aid in crossing the river.
www.absoluteastronomy.com /encyclopedia/r/ra/raft_river.htm   (95 words)

  
 Connecticut River Raft Race
The motorized sweeper rafts are in a class of their own, competing to see which one can "sweep up" the greatest number of disabled rafts and tow them across the finish line.
Connecticut River Raft Race, Inc. is a nonprofit organization and donates a portion of the race proceeds to various Connecticut children's charities.
The Connecticut River Raft Race is the oldest and largest self-supporting, charitable raft race in the United States.
www.thevoicenews.com /News/2002/0531/Arts_And_Amusements/004.html   (387 words)

  
 Background
The Red River raft was a result of the highly erodible soils of the Red River alluvial valley being carved by each high water event on the river.
As the river moved back and forth across its alluvial plain, trees were undermined along the riverbanks and fell into the river.
The raft artificially raised the banks of the river and forced the creation of numerous distributaries of the Red – evidence of which can still be seen today.
www.mvk.usace.army.mil /offices/pp/projects/j_bennett_johnston_waterway/background.htm   (530 words)

  
 CSIndy: Sports (July 6 - July 12, 2000)
Rafts must be able to get under a low bridge with a clearance of three to five feet, depending on water levels, and they can't be wider than six feet.
Rafts built for speed can make the trip in about a half hour, but many rafts take as much as an hour and a half to complete the course.
River conditions affect the race speed, of course, with the stretch often slow and meandering, but this year dam release schedules have the river running relatively high with "some fast currents and some tough spots" according to Vorndam.
www.csindy.com /csindy/2000-07-06/sports.html   (1249 words)

  
 Raft - Boo Canoe and Raft - Baraboo Rafting And Canoeing
Raft - Boo Canoe and Raft - Baraboo Rafting And Canoeing
Moab Utah Raft and Jeep, Kayak and Canoe
Boo Canoe and Raft - Baraboo Rafting And Canoeing
river-rafting.yoursuperengine.com /q/river-rafting-raft.htm   (661 words)

  
 Idaho whitewater rafting on the Salmon River, wilderness raft trips on the River of No Return
Local owner-operator, Bill Bernt, has guided wilderness raft trips for more than 30 years on the Salmon River, sharing his knowledge of natural and cultural history of the area.
Join Bill and the Aggipah crew on a summer whitewater rafting trip or a beautiful late summer or fall fishing trip.
We feel that it is important that the outfitter is on the river throughout the season rather than on the desk.
www.aggipah.com   (515 words)

  
 Raft California American River's South Fork for whitewater adventures | California White Water River Rafting Trips by ...
As the premier dam controlled river in California, the South Fork is a consistent Class III intermediate whitewater river, and it has become our most popular vacation for individuals, families, groups of friends and company recreation trips.
Each 13 or 14 foot self-bailing raft usually has a crew of 4 to 7 paddlers, and an experienced guide at the back of the boat who steers the raft and instructs the crew in basic paddle strokes, in order to power the raft through the rapids as a team.
Three major campsites range along the river bank with plenty of room for couples, families, and groups; hot showers and flush toilets are nearby.
www.raftcalifornia.com /river_trips/south_fork.asp   (1034 words)

  
 Wilderness River Adventures - Your source for Colorado white water rafting, Grand Canyon white water rafting, white ...
Wilderness River Adventures - Your source for Colorado white water rafting, Grand Canyon white water rafting, white water river rafting trips, whitewater rafting trips, river rafting vacations, white water adventures, and raft trip information.
Within these hallowed canyon walls, this glorious river's never-ending current carries you to new discoveries of majesty and beauty, and to new heights of excitement and adventure.
River Adventures is an authorized concessioner of the National Park Service, Grand Canyon National Park and Glen Canyon National Recreation Area.
www.riveradventures.com   (126 words)

  
 River Rafting, American River Rafting, American River, Raft Rentals, Whitewater Rafting, Fair Oak, CA.
On a typical day, rafting the Lower American River, you are on the water for approximately 5 hours.
We offer whitewater raft rentals for the expert paddler who would like to guide their own whitewater rafting trip.
River Rat Logos, photos and original text are Copyright © 2001 by River Rat.
www.adventuresports.com /mtnbike/river_rat/raft_rentals.htm   (781 words)

  
 DESOLATION CANYON RIVER RAFT TRIP
The river cuts a path through one of the largest wilderness areas in the state, and because of its isolation provides opportunities for leaving civilization behind practically from beginning to end.
Learning to "read" the river (to determine where the current is strongest, the path which requires the least amount of rowing effort) and to row a straight line is an interesting challenge and a skill worth acquiring.
Because outdoor adventures such as river rafting are highly exciting, physically demanding, and take place in an environment over which no one has control, they are potentially dangerous.
www.xmission.com /~rod/raft.html   (1010 words)

  
 Whitewater rafting on the Kaweah River in CA   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-18)
Rafting trips for all levels of ability, from families to expert only whitewater.
The Kaweah River, which drains the 12,000-foot high peaks of Sequoia National Park, is one of California’s steepest and most challenging whitewater runs.
The incredibly beautiful river, which parallels California Route 198, is also very close to southern California’s metropolitan centers.
www.e-raft.com /Regions/California/Kaweah.asp   (165 words)

  
 ENCYCLOPEDIA OF OKLAHOMA   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-18)
Geographical entries must have strongly significant statewide historical associations in order to be included.
These would primarily include major rivers and mountain ranges.
Creeks, lakes, and smaller features would be generally excluded, unless strongly associated with significant historical events.
www.ok-history.mus.ok.us /enc/OkEncyclopedia.htm   (1192 words)

  
 Whitewater rafting river memories - E-Raft.com
With your rafting companions you will relive the river, your passage through the whitewater, what you did right, what you did wrong, and how you will run it the next time.
During each retelling of the stories, the rapids become more savage, your raft maneuvering more exacting, and the lure of the river stronger.
Perhaps it is the intensity of these feeling that makes a river runner try to capture a bit of the river, to hold on to those memories.
www.e-raft.com /river_memories.asp   (205 words)

  
 River Raft Fishing Adventure in Kodiak Alaska
From this lake, the guide will pack the raft and most of the gear 10 minutes to a small feeder stream where the raft can be pumped up.
Once the raft is inflated and everything is packed in dry bags, your guide will walk the raft and you to the undisturbed, remote river about 45 minutes away.
It is what you have been waiting for...white-water river rafting on Kodiak Island Let out a whoop when you reach the calm water in the beautiful canyon.
www.zacharbay.com /fishing/rrfa.html   (528 words)

  
 Whitewater Rafting-Marysvale, Utah
This Rafting Trip is exciting and great for all ages (not recommended for children under 3).
All of our River Guides are CPR and First Aid Responder Certified, as well as being Certified by the State of Utah as River Guides.
The Sevier River is "dam" controlled and there are periods when the river is not flowing-no whitewater.
www.candymountainresort.com /rafting.html   (347 words)

  
 Outward Bound West: Course Info: Salmon River Raft-AT   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-18)
This river is considered one of the choice pool-and-drop rivers in the country with Class III-IV rapids.
The Lower Main Salmon River is waiting to be granted the title of "Wild and Scenic." This undiscovered is a very remote, pristine area full of lush old-growth forests and many, diverse ecosystems including alpine, canyon, desert riparian, and forest.
Lower Salmon River, ID: Known as the "river of no return," the Lower Salmon is a 75-mile run from Hammer Creek put-in to Heller Bar take-out on the Snake River.
outwardboundwest.com /courses/activities/river/Salmon_rafting_AT.html   (800 words)

  
 Welcome to Raft Maine - Maine whitewater rafting, canoeing, kayaking and outdoor adventure trips on wilderness rivers.
Visitors can experience whitewater rafting in Maine on their own terms-whether it is a wilderness trip camping under the stars and cooking over the campfire or staying in a comfortable guest room with private bath and restaurant down the hall.
Raft Maine is an association of Maine's eleven professional whitewater rafting outfitters dedicated to providing the highest quality experience following safety standards set by the State of Maine Department of Inland Fisheries and Wildlife.
Member outfitters provide whitewater rafting trips and outdoor adventures on the Upper Kennebec River, West Branch of the Penobscot River and lower Dead River from Grand Falls to The Forks.
www.raftmaine.com   (196 words)

  
 How to Choose a River Raft - eHow.com
Once the raft is inflated you'll have a much better idea of how much room you have to work with.
Here are basic size guidelines: six people need a 12-by-6-foot raft; seven people require a 13-by-6 1/2-foot raft; 10 people need a 15-by-7 1/2-foot raft; and 14 people need a 17-by-8-foot raft.
River rafting is an inherently dangerous activity that can result in serious injury or death.
www.ehow.com /how_9482_choose-river-raft.html   (471 words)

  
 Idaho White Water River Rafting Trips on the Salmon River with Exodus Wilderness Adventures
Our river equipment is state-of-the-art and we proudly feature Idaho made Maravia self-bailing rafts to maximize your comfort and enjoyment.
Paddle rafts are the ultimate exercise in working together as a group.
Our guides are not only experienced (with an average of 5 years on the Salmon River), they are outgoing and will entertain you with stories about the river, the rapids and the history of this beautiful canyon.
www.riverescape.com /ww_rafting.htm   (467 words)

  
 California Whitewater Rafting W.E.T. River Trips - American River Rafting
California whitewater rivers are an incredible resource that continues to astound even the veteran paddler.
From the first melt of Spring to the final trickles in the late Fall, the whitewater rivers in California give an overwhelming joy to those that enjoy river rafting.
You, our paddling and kayaking friends, our friends of the river, our guides and even our competitors are the reason we have stayed in the whitewater rafting business since 1978.
www.raftwet.com   (975 words)

  
 Alaska River Rafting | Chilkat Guides
We have been guiding these rivers since they were first explored by raft and we love to share their wonders with our guests.
Each day the river grows in proportion to the adventures from the excitement of Lava North Rapid to the helicopter portage over Turnback Canyon and the finale in Alsek Bay filled with hundreds of ice bergs.
The Chilkat River is home to the greatest concentration of Bald Eagles in the world.
www.raftalaska.com   (507 words)

  
 Docket No. 02-035-01 & 02-032-01 -- Report and Order (Issued: 1/24/02) UP&L and Raft River Rural Electric ...
Utah Power and Raft River are public utilities which provide retail electric service in the state of Utah and as to such service are subject to the Commission's jurisdiction.
By order issued April 19, 1968 in Case No. 5640, the Commission granted to Raft River Certificate of Convenience and Necessity No. 1624, authorizing it to operate as a public utility serving all of the electric needs and requirements of all customers then or thereafter located within a specifically described are of Box Elder County.
The Joint Petition of Utah Power and Raft River for the deletion of the Subject Area from Utah Power's certificated service territory and the addition of the Subject Area to Raft River's certificated service territory, for the purpose of continuing to provide electric service to Union Pacific in the Subject Area, is granted.
www.psc.state.ut.us /elec/02orders/Jan/0203501ro.htm   (827 words)

  
 Whitewater Rafting on Middle Fork Salmon River, Idaho Raft Trips, Middle Fork River Expeditions
Middle Fork River Expeditions, licensed and bonded outfitter, has run safe and well-managed river trips on the Middle Fork of the Salmon River in Idaho for over 20 years.
Trips are 3, 5 and 6 days of exciting river rafting, wilderness camping, fine fishing, and adventure travel.
The are expert river runners, magnificent cooks, great story tellers, and knowledgeable, helpful outdoorsmen.
www.idahorivers.com   (275 words)

  
 Raft Masters | Colorado Whitewater Rafting and River Adventure Trips - Raft Masters
Raft Masters prices are competitive and reflect the quality and experience you and your family should expect, with
Raft Masters' FREE wetsuit, river boot and paddle jacket use allows you to "Experience the Thrill without the Chill." You will enjoy your trip in greater comfort and safety.
Depending on water levels and river conditions, all raft trips may not be appropriate or available for children - please inquire.
www.raftmasters.com   (184 words)

  
 Rafting   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-18)
West Virginia rafting on the New River and Gauley River.
Pigeon River whitewater rafting in Gatlinburg, Tennessee, with...
Ocoee River whitewater rafting in Tennessee with Ocoee Rafting...
www.questadventure.ca /?Category=Rafting   (786 words)

  
 Mountain River Raft Expedition - Nahanni River Adventure River Trips   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-18)
The raft descent includes a spectacular helicopter portage and is an opportunity for those without advanced whitewater canoe skills to enjoy a spectacular northern mountain river.
This will be an exciting historic first raft descent, including a helicopter portage, and will be an opportunity for those without advanced whitewater canoe skills to enjoy a spectacular northern mountain river.
Early travelers on the Mackenzie River would have recognized the mouth of this tributary by the presence of East and West Mountains that overlook the junction.
www.nahanni.com /trips/moutainriverraft?view=itinerary   (1210 words)

  
 North Lake Tahoe- River Ranch Lodge, fine dining and lodging on the Truckee River
The River Ranch Lodge sits on the banks of the scenic Truckee River, a beautiful location for your Lake Tahoe stay, dinner or special event.
Visitors arrive by river raft, car or from the bicycle/walking path running along the property.
In 1950, the old structure was cleared and a new River Ranch Lodge building was erected on the same site, primarily operating as a tennis camp.
www.riverranchlodge.com   (424 words)

  
 Fraser River Raft Expeditions, Yale BC, Fraser Canyon, Teagehouse B&B, yale bc, historic, rafting, Thompson River, ...
The Fraser River is as unique and different as the people that have traveled it, from thousands of years ago to today.
At Fraser River Raft Expeditions we are proud to offer a variety of choices in expeditions down the Fraser and its tributaries.
The Fraser River has seen captains and kings, millionaires and stagecoach robbers, empire builders, soldiers, dancehall girls and an uncounted company of gold miners who left their bones along its banks for a thousand miles.
www.fraserraft.com   (211 words)

  
 Durango Raft Trips - River trips on the Animas River
If that is not your speed, take on the Lower Animas, "The River of Lost Souls," which lends itself well to novice and family trips.
We have a raft trip for all ages and adventure levels.
Guided white-water rafting, kayaking and river trips in Durango, Colorado as well as 1-6 day wilderness expeditions on the Dolores River in Southwest Colorado.
www.creativelinks.com /recreat/kayak.htm   (460 words)

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