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Guide School: Episode 5 | Graduation

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The final episode of “Guide School” follows a group of aspiring whitewater guides through some of their toughest exercises yet.

Guide School: Episode 4 | Strong Bonds

4:59

Watch the fourth episode of our 5-part “Guide School” series, produced in partnership with NRS.

Guide School: Episode 3 | Crash, Burn & Learn

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Watch the third episode of our 5-part “Guide School” series, produced in partnership with NRS.

Guide School: Episode 2 | First Strokes

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Watch the third episode of our 5-part “Guide School” series, produced in partnership with NRS. In this clip, our group of aspiring river guides tests their new-found paddling skills on the South Fork of the American River and quickly learns that if you’re going to hit the rock, always hit it straight. Miss the first […]

Guide School: Episode 1 | For Better Or Worse

Watch the first episode of a 5-part “Guide School” series presented by OARS and produced in partnership with NRS.

Guest Perspective: Estee Rivera Murdock

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We asked a repeat OARS guest & busy professional to disconnect on a Rogue River rafting trip and share about the trip.

OARS Whitewater Rafting Safety Orientation Video

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Required viewing for before your whitewater rafting adventure

Rafting 101: What to Expect on a 1-Day Trip

An OARS guide answers many of the commonly asked questions about 1-day rafting trips. Know what to expect on your next whitewater day trip.

Guest Perspective: Genesis Burton

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New to rafting, here’s what Genesis Burton had to say after a weekend of camping and rafting on the American River with OARS.

South Fork of the American River Rafting

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Experience California’s most popular rafting trip – the South Fork American

Adventures

5-Day Grand Canyon Sampler from Las Vegas

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Experience the lower Grand Canyon on a 5-day rafting trip out of Las Vegas

Chilko-Chilcotin-Fraser River Rafting

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The journey down British Columbia’s Chilko, Chilcotin & Fraser Rivers is incomparable

Cataract Canyon Rafting in Canyonlands National Park

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Explore Canyonlands via the Colorado River through Cataract Canyon

Westwater Canyon Whitewater Rafting

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Combine rafting in Westwater Canyon with exploring in Arches & Canyonlands

Dory Trip on Idaho’s Main Salmon “River of No Return”

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In the middle of the lower 48’s largest wilderness area, Idaho’s Main Salmon River is Idaho’s best kept secret

How To Experience Canyonlands National Park

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1. Get out of the car, 2. Leave the crowds behind, 3. Hop on a raft…

Grand Canyon Rafting with OARS | Life. Adventure. You.

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Experience a once-in-a-lifetime adventure through the Grand Canyon

Green River through Desolation Canyon

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The Green River through Desolation Canyon is Utah’s best kept secret. Join OARS for a rafting exploration of this remote and beautiful canyon.

Green River Rafting through the Gates of Lodore

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Raft through Dinosaur NM on one of the best river trips in the West

Lower Klamath River Rafting

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Experience the bouncy rapids of Northern California’s Lower Klamath River

Main Salmon “River of No Return” Time lapse – By Corey Robinson

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Experience the awe of Idaho’s Main Salmon “River of No Return”

Merced River Rafting

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Experience the rush of the Wild & Scenic Merced River just outside Yosemite National Park.

Middle Fork of the American River Rafting

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Experience the notorious Tunnel Chute on the Middle Fork American River

Middle Fork of the Salmon River Whitewater Rafting

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Experience the premier multi-day alpine rafting trip in North America

Moab Top 10

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Raft the Colorado, take a scenic flight over Canyonlands & explore Arches

Rafting the North Fork of the American

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Experience the emerald-green Class IV whitewater of the North Fork American

North Fork American River Rafting (Drone Footage)

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California’s Wild & Scenic North Fork of the American River offers rapid after Class IV rapid of nearly non-stop, white-knuckling whitewater, followed by a stretch of more moderate Class II-III rapids.

North Fork of the Stanislaus Whitewater Rafting

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The “North Stan” offers some of the most technical Class IV whitewater rafting in California. Go big on this spring trip in the Sierra.

Whitewater Rafting on Idaho’s Lower Salmon River

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Hit the road and explore the Gorges of the Lower Salmon River

Rogue River Rafting

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Experience Oregon’s Wild & Scenic Rogue River

San Juan River Rafting

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Discover a bottomless archaeological treasure chest of ancient civilizations on a San Juan River rafting trip through Utah’s dramatic red rock canyons.

Hells Canyon Rafting on Idaho’s Snake River

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Raft through Hells Canyon, the deepest gorge in North America on the Snake River

South Fork of the American River Rafting

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Experience California’s most popular rafting trip – the South Fork American

South Fork American River Rafting 2021 Highlights

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Another fun and exciting year of whitewater rafting on the South Fork of the American River with OARS

Split Mountain Whitewater Rafting

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Winding it’s way through the desert southwest the Green River offers spectacular scenery, unparalleled opportunities, and a chance to reconnect with your family and friends while taking it all in. Split Mountain Canyon (just one of the many stretches along the Green River) is the perfect river trip for children and people of all ages. […]

Tuolumne River Rafting

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Experience the world-class whitewater of the Wild & Scenic Tuolumne River

The Most Unforgettable Machu Picchu Trip Ever – By Timex

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Follow a young couple on the trip of a lifetime to Machu Picchu

Middle Fork of the Salmon Wine on the River

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Journey down Idaho’s Middle Fork with a gourmet chef & winemaker

Yampa River Rafting in Dinosaur National Monument

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Experience the awe of Colorado’s Yampa River on a whitewater rafting trip

Zambezi River Whitewater Rafting & Botswana Safari

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The Zambezi River on the border of Zambia and Zimbabwe is home to some of the most notorious Class V whitewater in the world, and this “best of the best” adventure combines four days of whitewater action, stunning beaches and an incredible helicopter ride with a 2-day Safari in Botswana.

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Bearfoot Theory Travel VLOG: Gates of Lodore 4-day Whitewater Rafting Trip with OARS

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Ride along with Kristin Bor of Bearfoot Theory on her 4-day whitewater rafting adventure on the Green River through the Gates of Lodore in Dinosaur National Monument.

California Travel Tips with Veronica Hill

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Join the California Travel Expert, Veronica Hill, on the American River

Camp LIA: Summer Adventure in Moab

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Sixteen urban Latino high school students from Utah kicked off their summer vacation with an unforgettable “Take It Outside!” weekend adventure on the Colorado River near Moab.

Gadling TV’s Travel Talk on the Tuolumne! Part 1

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Join Stephen & Drew from Travel Talk on a trip down the Tuolumne River

GadlingTV’s Travel Talk on the Tuolumne! Part 2

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Join Stephen & Drew for part 2 of their wild adventure on the Tuolumne

The OARS Grand Canyon River Running Experience – Outside Television

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Grand Canyon River Guide – One of the best jobs in the world

Keep It Wild, Keep It Free

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For the 50th Anniversary of the Wild & Scenic Rivers Act in in celebration of their 35th Anniversary, Chums…

Rapid Magazine: Green River through the Gates of Lodore

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Watch this Full Length Digital Feature on the Green River from Rapid Media

Salmon River Rafting with Mike’s Road Trip

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Experience Idaho’s Main Salmon River with Mike’s Road Trip

Scouting magazine: A Trip Down the Rogue River

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Join Scouting magazine Editor Bryan Wendell for a trip down the Rogue River

The Most Unforgettable Machu Picchu Trip Ever – By Timex

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Follow a young couple on the trip of a lifetime to Machu Picchu

In Wine Country – The Tuolumne River

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OARS Tuolumne “Wine on the River” trip wins NBC’s Golden Grape Award

YETI Presents: In Current

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OARS guide Amber Shannon learns to row a dory from some of the best…

Guide/Staff

2012 California River Awards: George Wendt

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OARS Founder, George Wendt, recalls some of his early conservation work

A Day in the Life of an Idaho River Guide

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A day in the life of an OARS. Dories river guide on Idaho’s Main Salmon

Derby – A Colorado River Trailblazer

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When Samantha Derbyshire experienced Cataract Canyon at spring flows for the first time, she fell in love with that wild and untamed stretch of the Colorado River right then and there.

Guide Questions – Rapid Fire

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We ask a few of our Idaho river guides the tough questions…

Guide School: Episode 1 | For Better Or Worse

Watch the first episode of a 5-part “Guide School” series presented by OARS and produced in partnership with NRS.

Guide School: Episode 2 | First Strokes

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Guide School: Episode 5 | Graduation

4:59

The final episode of “Guide School” follows a group of aspiring whitewater guides through some of their toughest exercises yet.

OARS 50 Years

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Travel back in time with our extended family as we reflect on 50 years of guiding and the incomparable nature of river trips.

OARS – Next Generation

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Join OARS President Tyler Wendt and his family as they continue the tradition of family rafting adventures on the Lower Klamath River in California – a tradition started by his parents and founders of OARS, George and Pam Wendt

OARS – A Story of Family + Conservation

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Rafting Pioneer George Wendt: A Story of Family and Conservation

River Guide Interview: Bram Role

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Meet OARS river guide Bram Role

River Guide Interview: Erika Unhold

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Meet OARS river guide Erika Unhold

River Guide Interview: Heather Solee

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Meet OARS river guide Heather Solee

River Guide Interview: Lars Haarr

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Meet OARS river guide Lars Haarr

River Guide Interview: Steve Kenney

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Meet OARS river guide Steve Kenney

River Running Pioneer: Martin Litton (2011 Interview)

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Meet conservationist & Grand Canyon Dories founder, Martin Litton

How to Run a Rapid in a Dory

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OARS dory guides take on Big Mallard Rapid on Idaho’s Main Salmon

The Sweep – A Short Film from OARS

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Sweep boats are a traditional craft used by OARS and other outfitters on Idaho’s Middle Fork of the Salmon River to transport gear downriver, typically on 6-day trips from mid-June through August depending on water levels. Piloted by a single captain from a standing position, sweep boats are massive inflatable crafts, ranging from 22- to […]

How To

How To Cook Dessert in a Dutch Oven on a River Trip

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Learn how to make Mexican cornbread AND pineapple upside-down cake in a DO

How to Cook Lasagna in a Dutch Oven

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Learn how to cook lasagna in a Dutch oven

How To Experience Canyonlands National Park

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1. Get out of the car, 2. Leave the crowds behind, 3. Hop on a raft…

Fly Fishing How To Video

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Learn how to fly fish from the pros

How to Make an Easy and Affordable Hand Washing Station

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Follow these simple steps to create a hand washing station just like the ones we use on river trips.

How to Pack a Cooler for Camping | OARS

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Learn how to pack a cooler for a multi-day wilderness trip

What to Wear & How To Pack for a Multi-Day Rafting Trip

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Learn how to pack for a multi-day whitewater rafting trip

How to Run a Rapid in a Dory

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OARS dory guides take on Big Mallard Rapid on Idaho’s Main Salmon

What to Wear and Bring on a One-Day Rafting Trip with OARS

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Learn what to wear and bring on a one-day OARS rafting trip

Rafting 101: What to Expect on a 1-Day Trip

An OARS guide answers many of the commonly asked questions about 1-day rafting trips. Know what to expect on your next whitewater day trip.

OARS Presents

62 Years

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Ken Brower revisits the birthplace of the modern environmental movement

Adventure Makes Us Better

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Spending time in wild places with the people who matter most to us makes the best memories.

Boy Scouts High Adventure

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Interested in taking your Scout group on a river trip? Watch this…

Counter Balance – A Film by Gordon Klco

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Military veterans experience the restorative power of a river trip

Derby – A Colorado River Trailblazer

5:22

When Samantha Derbyshire experienced Cataract Canyon at spring flows for the first time, she fell in love with that wild and untamed stretch of the Colorado River right then and there.

Dory Land

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For whitewater dory lovers, there’s no better place than Idaho. The state’s miles of wild free-flowing rivers are home to the country’s deepest gorges and some of the best big-water rapids.

Going Rogue

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Rafting on Oregon’s Wild & Scenic Rogue River offers you the opportunity to leave societal pressures behind and just be yourself.

Grand Canyon by OARS – 1973

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This 33-minute film was the first ever recorded for OARS back in 1973

Guide School: Episode 1 | For Better Or Worse

Watch the first episode of a 5-part “Guide School” series presented by OARS and produced in partnership with NRS.

Guide School: Episode 2 | First Strokes

4:32

Guide School: Episode 3 | Crash, Burn & Learn

5:37

Watch the third episode of our 5-part “Guide School” series, produced in partnership with NRS.

Guide School: Episode 4 | Strong Bonds

4:59

Watch the fourth episode of our 5-part “Guide School” series, produced in partnership with NRS.

Guide School: Episode 5 | Graduation

4:59

The final episode of “Guide School” follows a group of aspiring whitewater guides through some of their toughest exercises yet.

Guiding Life’s Greatest Adventures

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When you look back on life, what are the greatest moments you’ll remember?

Martin’s Boat – Dory Construction Time-Lapse

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Watch the time-lapse construction of the dory, the Marble Canyon

Martin’s Boat – A Film By Pete McBride

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Martin’s Boat honors Martin Litton and his efforts to save Grand Canyon

Miracles

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Discover nature’s miracles in our national parks

100 Years, A National Park Love Letter

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A tribute to the National Park Service in honor of the 2016 Centennial

OARS 50 Years

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Travel back in time with our extended family as we reflect on 50 years of guiding and the incomparable nature of river trips.

OARS – A Story of Family + Conservation

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Rafting Pioneer George Wendt: A Story of Family and Conservation

Return from Desolation

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Sometimes getting back to nature is the only way forward.

River of Eden – A Film by Pete McBride

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Watch the award-winning short film about a river in Fiji by Pete McBride

The Sweep – A Short Film from OARS

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Take Back Family Time – #100HoursUnplugged

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TV, smartphones, video games, and social media don’t make memories. Nature does. It’s time to take back family time and get outside.

Can You Go #100HoursUnplugged?

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When’s the last time you ditched your devices and completely unplugged for more than a few hours?

The Confluence of Adventure

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It is not enough to fight for the land it’s even more important to enjoy it

To Love A Place – Idaho’s Salmon River

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Conservation of wild rivers has to start with love. Amy Kober has spent the last 18 years of her career dedicated to saving waterways with American Rivers.