Raft guiding

This is a job I've never really expected to have, but the last two days I have been raft guiding on the White Salmon. The guys I live with run a raft company so I guess it was only a matter of time.

The first time I ever piloted a raft was with a boat full of customers, so luckily I learned fast! The only drama was a 20-something girl who started crying when she walked down to the river and saw the first rapid. LJ and I eventually talked her into the raft though, and she had a great time.

The section we do is 4 miles long and has about five class 3 and 4 drops. The highlight though, is 10 ft Husum Falls. People love it!



So from now on, if you need a raft guide, I'm your guy.