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Whitewater rafting is one of the most adventurous, adrenaline-fuelled activities available to man. One can enjoy it without any professional knowledge or prior physical training - all you need to do is find the courage to get into a small raft and prepare for the battle with Mother Nature at her wildest!

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  Whitewater rafting is the perfect way to get rid of stress and your personal fears riding the power of fast flowing rivers in strong inflatable boats. through heart-stopping rock barriers, will convince you that nothing is impossible. It is available at various difficulty levels, meaning that you can go with your kids on one trip, or go with your buddies from the 70s on yet another. Trips can last from 1 or 2 days of just a little taste of adventure to full blown epic once-in-a-lifetime voyages of two weeks, say, through the Grand Canyon. Interested? Well check the resources we've gathered for more information and enjoy.
 
 
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    About Rafting know the sport

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  Background from Wikipedia; History, Safety, Issues (the conflict between nature protection and nature use), locations
ABC of Rafting  an all-out source of the essentials of White Water Rafting. Learn what this activity is all about in our Info Section. Be in the know with our up-to-date News Desk; Articles about Rafting, History of Rafting, Skills and technique  
A Glossary from Whitewater Voyages covering the river, the boat and the technique
                           Whitewater skills
 
General Information   top
  International Rafting Federation  promotes the conditions which encourage the practice and the development of rafting at all competitions and recreational levels. Its missions include safety, development of the sport, conservation of river systems and tourism; guide training, newsletters
 
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 E-Rafting Info  European Rafting news, events, rafting race rules, events, links to national rafting bodies  and equipment
World Canoe Forum for discussion of all paddling matters
Startkabel International Rafting links and resources - forums, water levels, events, equipment, organisations
Whitewater Rafting from GORP rafting trips
 

  White Water Rafting Trips and Expeditions  Whitewater rafting around the world, search for a white water river rafting trip or river rafting vacation worldwide. Find rafting operators offering vacation packages and trips. Check out the weather reports and read reviews.
e-Raft.com for both the experienced paddler or someone looking for the first river trip.  Read about specific rivers,  search by region or state on the map, or  browse our featured trips on the right to find your perfect adventure; articles and stories
White-water Rafting guide to mostly N American river trips;
Tributary Rivers California Rivers guide
White-water rafting and Kayaking  planning Guide; stream flows, forums, event calendar
American White-water Rivers AW are responsible for conservation and restoration of American White-water rivers
 
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  Conservation and Access Issues from American Whitewater; 2002, but the issues are always relevant
Friends of the River a Californian based conservation group identify the important issues.
White-water conservation by Davey Ahern, mostly relating to kayak racing

 
National and District Sites  

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  North America  
  American White-water Rivers AW are responsible for conservation and restoration of American White-water rivers
White-water Rafting guide to mostly N American river trips;
Tributary Rivers California Rivers guide
White-water rafting and Kayaking  planning Guide; stream flows, forums, event calendar

Adventure sports online provide links to opportunities around the continent
Whitewater Rafting opportunities with useful American resources: ask the expert 
Whitewater Rafting  Find white-water rafting guides, outfitters and
destinations in the U.S., Canada, Central and South America.
         California  
  Beyond Limits Adventures, Inc. Northern California whitewater rafting trips.
California Whitewater Rafting with O.A.R.S.  Whitewater rafting, hiking, sea-kayaking and multi-sport vacations with professional guides and top-notch equipment - in California and throughout the U.S. West (including Alaska), Canada, Latin America and Fiji - since 1969.
California Whitewater Rafting with Whitewater Voyages
  California Whitewater Rafting with W.E.T; the Rivers and classes of run on each, Faq, Stories,
  California Whitewater Rafting includes information about rivers, outfitters and  a whitewater map
Mother Lode River Centre Whitewater raft trips on the American River in California's Gold Country. Thirty years experience, perfect safety record. Youth outdoor education, environmental programs, challenge ropes course. Private riverfront campground.
Tahoe Whitewater Tours offers guests and visitors to the Reno Tahoe Area the best in family rafting / kayaking adventures. Choose from a variety of fun and exciting trips for people of all ages and groups of all sizes.
Whitewater Rafting - trips down 12 California rivers ranging in length from one-half to three days
Whitewater Rafting Central  -  specialize in California whitewater rafting, Colorado whitewater rafting, Grand Canyon whitewater rafting and other USA regions.
         Colarado    
  Colorado Whitewater an all-volunteer organization that promotes the sport of whitewater paddling in the Rocky Mountain Region. We introduce new paddlers to whitewater, teach paddling technique, promote and teach whitewater safety, and support racing and freestyle competitions.
Colarado Rockies whitewater Rafting
         Idaho
  Idafloat    Afloat has developed and become famous for its new "Soft Adventure" whitewater rafting river trips. The truth is that you don't have to rough it to be able to enjoy the beauty and excitement of the Snake or Salmon Rivers.
:Destination Wilderness of Idaho  an owner-operated wilderness rafting company. Spend time with people who share the common interest of viewing wildlife, exploring pictographs on hikes, telling stories while drifting through calm pools, and swimming in the green water to cool off from the noon day sun.
         Maine
  North Country Rivers  is the leading whitewater rafting and snomobiling adventure outfitter in Maine. We offer guided snowmobiling trips, sled rentals, and year-round accommodations, along with our three season white water rafting trips down the Kennebec River, Penobscot River and Dead River; Faq
Magic Falls  Rafting Company offers Maine whitewater adventures, with white water rafting on the Penobscot River, the Kennebec River and the Dead River
Windfall Rafting Windfall Outdoor Centre offers professionally guided trips down the Kennebec and Dead rivers of Maine
        S.E. USA
  Wildwater rafting on the Chattooga, Nantahala, Ocoee and Pigeon Rivers.
       North Carolina  
  White Water Rafting In North Carolina Appalachian Rivers Raft Co. offers white-water rafting on the Nantahala River - the premier spot for white water rafting in North Carolina.
       Oregon  
  Oregon Whitewater Rafting Resource comprehensive information about Oregon whitewater rafting trips and rivers in the Pacific Northwest, including River description, natural history, mile by mile river guide, river flows, accommodation etc
       Rockies  
  Destination Wilderness   Idaho. The Main Salmon combines all the elements that bring people to wilderness river travels. Legendary whitewater, pristine scenery, abundant wildlife, sandy beaches and hot springs are samples of what this magnificent canyon has to offer. Family guide rafting trips
      Tennessee  
  Ocoee River Rafting Cascade Outdoors offers white water rafting on  the scenic Ocoee River in Tennessee with 22 wooded acres for your enjoyment - guided rafting trips on the Middle and Upper Ocoee, in addition to on-site activities which include tubing, a low-angle ropes course, and Frisbee golf.
 
  The Ozark Whitewater Page  the Arkansas and Missouri paddlers club - trips, offers a local river guide, and posts photos and a message board
       Washington  
  Wet Planet Rafting  Guided Washington and Oregon Whitewater rafting trips in the Columbia River Gorge National Scenic Area on the White Salmon, Klickitat, and Wind Rivers. Our base camp is only 15 minutes from Hood River, Oregon and we’re only 1 hour and 15 minutes from Portland.
  Blue Sky Outfitters  River rafting trips throughout Washington State. Rated number one for customer satisfaction. The longest trips of any outfitter in the state and the best food featuring their famous Choice Top Sirloin Steak BBQ.
        West Virginia  
  West Virginia Whitewater Rafting - Whitewater rafting in West Virginia on the New and Gauley Rivers; specializes in designing custom adventure vacations and packages.
 
    Russia    
  Raft Siberia Information and trips in Siberia and Russia for whitewater enthusiasts. River descriptions and pictures are included.
 
Equipment    
  Whitewater rafting - outfitters, tour guides and places to learn new sports, access events calendars, and browse the outdoor products and shops
Inflatable-boats-boat-accessories Shop online for inflatable boats and boat accessories. High Quality Inflatable Boats, Canoes & Kayaks available online
Waterkite - swift water rescue With a floating platform inspired by the PWC rescue sled, and an underwater wing component inspired by the dual-line stunt kite, the WaterKite swift water rescue system is the logical union of two very different technologies.