There are a few rafting Do’s & Don’ts you should always follow when taking your whitewater rafting trip…
Step One
DO – Wear a Life Jacket.
Step Two
Make sure your life jacket is snug and buckled at all times.
Step Three
Listen to your river guides – they are there to keep you safe! Notify your river guides of any medical conditions you may have.
Step Four
Wear proper shoes – no flip flops, slippers, or bare feet. Old Sneakers, water shoes, or sandals with an ankle strap work best.
Step Five
Help your fellow rafters back into your raft if they unintentionally fall into the water, even if you do not know them.
Step Six
DON’t – Do not stand up in moving current. If you unintentionally fall into the water, you want to float on your back with your toes pointed up, facing downstream.
Step Seven
Do not wear cotton if you are going rafting in the cold weather. For the cooler months wetsuits, neoprene, polypropylene and wool are all items you can wear to keep you warm and dry.
Step Eight
Do not bring/use alcohol or illegal substances while on your trip. It is dangerous and can bring harm to you, your guides, and fellow rafters.
Step Nine
Do not use your paddle as a splashing device.
Step Ten
Avoid fallen debris and trees/branches in the river. NEVER GO RAFTING ALONE!