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In addition to our guide staff, many more hands are at work behind the scenes of a rafting company. From start to finish, do you know how many people worked to make your trip run smoothly?

There are a number of technical terms that guides must understand before they even get out on the water. Take a look at some of the vocabulary terms necessary for an educated conversation and execution of a rafting trip.

A drive up I-80 from any of the three forks of the American River will land you in a hub of Northern California recreation opportunities: North Lake Tahoe! See what makes it the perfect add-on to your rafting trip.

From fire, to high water, to a global pandemic – All-Outdoors has faced it all. We believe that every challenge is a lesson learned. Here’s some of what we have learned over the past decade.

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.

Known as the “Jewel of the Sierra,” and conveniently just an hour’s drive from your rafting trip on the American River, Lake Tahoe makes for a stunning addition to your whitewater adventure. Check out our recommendations!

The American River Trail spans from Old Town Sacramento all the way to our little South Fork American River valley. The newest section of this trail brings you up close and personal with one of our favorite Class 3 rapids! Can you guess which one it is?

Enjoy the unique benefits of camping in nature even after dark! Check out some tricks and tips for an awesome stargazing experience on your next multi-day rafting trip.

Auburn is the perfect and convenient place to stop after rafting any of the three forks of the American river. Join us as we explore this mountain city, and check out our top recommendations!

Has your river guide ever described the river in terms that sounded totally foreign to you? Join us as we explain some of the most commonly used terms for river features you may hear while rafting.