Why the Rogue River?
The Rogue River is exceptional for intermediate paddlers for many reasons. It is a pool and drop style of river meaning that after each rapid, there is usually a large pool for recovery to catch your breath (or your paddle!). Also, because it is dammed upstream, the summer water levels are dependable and don’t fluctuate daily. The water is surprisingly warm for a Northwestern river and summer weather is usually hot and sunny. The river also increases in difficulty as your journey continues. You’ll spend the first day on the recreation section as a warm-up day getting tips from instructors on perfecting your role and other maneuvers. Beginning on day 2, you’ll enter the protected Wild and Scenic section. By day 4 or 5 of the school, you’ll be ready for the challenge of Mule Creek canyon to put your fledgling skills to the test. The most difficult rapid on the Rogue is Blossom Bar, which is a Class IV rapid that kayaks will portage. With the great combination of easy stretches to perfect
