Raft Oregon

The  Rogue River was one of the eight original Wild and Scenic Rivers when Congress passed the Wild and Scenic Rivers act in 1968. It was chosen for it's rich history, abundant wildlife, and opportunities for recreation along it's course.

The most popular section for Rogue River rafting is the 35 miles between Grave Creek and Foster Bar. Most people take 4 days to float this section, although trips range from 3-7 days. The rapids are mostly Class II and III with big pools in between. The one Class IV rapid Blossom Bar is famous for causing problems for boaters. Each summer unskilled boaters get hung up on the rocks in the rapid.

The WWCS began 3 seasons ago when the Oregon Rafting Team (ORT) began to take on an active role in coordinating the dates of races and festivals in the Western United States. This coming season ORT will provide a scoring summary on their website which receives approximately 4000 hits annually. Prizes are awarded, and a regional representative is then nominated for both national and international levels of competition which at this time occurs only in the paddle raft racing category. In 2010 the WWCS R6 paddle raft champion will be nominated to compete in Costa Rica, an event which will take place in October of 2011 on the Reventazun and Pacuare Rivers.

The past two seasons, WWCS events have each drawn 45-105 competitors annually, in addition to a significant number of spectators, logistical supporters, and sponsors. Event coordinators are currently seeking a sponsor specific to the WWCS. This sponsor’s name would be directly linked in all promotions to the WWCS name and tradition. The WWCS represents the soul of competitive whitewater activities. We are paddlers, river lovers, and real people who wish to develop and nurture our respective river communities. Please contact Tim Brink This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it if you wish to support our efforts.

2010 Western Whitewater Championship Series (WWCS)

1. March 20, 21 : Saturday, Sunday : Upper Wind (Festival)
2. April 3 : Saturday : East Fork Lewis
3. April 17, 18 : Saturday, Sunday : Upper Klamath (Festival)
4. May 1 : Saturday: Cal-Salmon Race
5. May 15-16 : Saturday, Sunday : Upper Clackamas (Festival)
6. June 5 : Saturday : Payettes, Boise (PBR Festival)
7. September 11 : Saturday : White Salmon (TBD)
8. October 9, 10 : Saturday, Sunday : Burnt Ranch Gorge

- R6 paddle rafts.
- Kayaks less than 9 feet.
- Kayaks 9 feet or more.
- Catarafts.

• Festival indicates that more activities will be included in addition to a downriver race. (Fun float, trainings, etc.)
• If your business or team would like manage/promote these possible events please contact me. This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it