How to Plan a Rafting Getaway With Your Friends in 3 Steps

The rafting season in the Golden State stretches across seven months and includes four separate “seasons”: Early Spring, Spring, Summer, and Fall! Each of these seasons looks a bit different so let us fill you in on the best thing about each…

When it comes to whitewater rafting, one common question that arises often is whether swimming skills are a prerequisite. Let’s look into why and under what conditions even non-swimmers can participate in this exhilarating water sport.

Did you know that rafting on California rivers immerses you directly into the rich history of the Golden State? Let’s take a <s>field</s> RIVER trip!

Pair a visit to Yosemite National Park with rafting on the Merced River! Spend some time in the park admiring the rocky features and the waterfalls and then ride on the very same whitewater just outside of the park.

Read on to learn how to determine what California rafting trips are appropriate for families with children of all ages (youngsters, teenagers, as well as adults).

The history of whitewater river running dates back to the Native Americans and John Wesley Powell, well before modern rubber rafts were invented. Let’s take a history lesson about our favorite sport.

Wrap, surf, dumptruck… These everyday terms can mean something quite different to a whitewater rafter. Find out why, and learn about some more river moves and scenarios.

Although it is sometimes scary to unexpectedly find yourself in the water, there are a number of ways that you can protect yourself during an “out of boat experience”

Our guests often ask us the question, "Where did the name All-Outdoors come from?” It is a good question and one that deserves to be answered.

Hear All-Outdoors owner Gregg Armstrong share how his family fell for rafting in the ’60s—and how the business keeps growing the family and the family keeps growing the business.

All-Outdoors founder George Armstrong reflects on 59 years of lessons learned from California rivers.

George’s first rafting trip was more swim than float—but it sparked a lifelong adventure. Hear how that wild day led to All-Outdoors California Whitewater Rafting!