Guest Letters & Trip Feedback

Feedback from a group that just can’t seem to get enough. Fours trips in so far and talk of another in the works.

On September 19th and 20th my team and I enjoyed our third and fourth whitewater trip with AO in the past 3 months! We started this new adventure with AO late in the season but could not get enough. Having rafted the South and Middle Fork twice we can’t wait for the big guns next Spring. The craving for more came after our first trip down the South Fork with Lynsey, an amazing woman with an infectious personality and sweet disposition. The very next day I was on the internet booking our next trip down the Middle Fork. The next thing we knew we were splashing around with Dane, our playful thrill seeking guide along the 16 mile stretch of river! Read more…

A couples trip on the Middle Fork American River.

Jeff

First off, I just want to say that working with Ian in reservations to set up our trip was easy and he made the planning of the trip very convenient. Kind of one stop shopping… He told me what was available, what was
the most economical trip for our group, what camp sites were available and full and what hotels were the best…

Second, when we got there, our guides Dayne and Kelly were friendly and well informed. They gave us some great last minute suggestions and helped us get ready for our adventure. The trip was amazing. I have included our photos from Tunnel Chute. Our small group felt like we had a ‘personalized trip’. Dayne and Kelly
made sure to stop so we could scout the bigger rapids but also took time on our two day trip to let us “see the sights”. We took several hikes, saw waterfalls, lunched in leisure and overall learned the history of the
great “Gold Rush” and how this part of California played such a huge part in the history of America.

We had driven in from Utah the night before the trip so although we offered to assist with dinner prep and clean up, our guides knew we were tired and we were given time to relax and play while dinner and desert were being prepared by them. Chicken, potatoes, salad – better food than I make at home.

Sleeping on the bank of the river was awesome. Beautiful stars and the moon shining overhead. The rush of the water not far from our beds allowed all of us to sleep like baby’s after a nice first day on the river.

Breakfast was a delicious mix of fruit, Kelly’s famous eggs and other goodies to carry us over for the day and we loved the initially slow meander down river to be followed by several exhilarating Class 3’s and 4’s to
finish the day in grand style.

We will absolutely be back next year. In fact, we are already working on some other couples to trek out and come with us on the three day – Tuolumne next spring.

All Outdoors lives up to every award ever given. It’s no wonder you have been voted TOPS in the rafting industry.

Can’t wait to get out on the river again soon.

Kelli and Dave Charlton
Shawna and Derek Applegate

Feedback from a Middle Fork American 1-day Trip on August 22, 2009.

Roxanne,

It was beyond my family’s expectations. We loved every minute of it, even during the slow parts of the rafting. We had an excellent guide named Cameron and he was fun to talk to during the trip. He took us on an interesting hike with a beautiful waterfall that looked like we were in another country (some exotic island) and we took a great picture with him.

We would love to plan another trip, I’ve already sent out photos of our adventure and I’m hoping to recruit more people to AO. AO were very friendly and professional, and I was impressed with the healthy lunch they prepared for such a large group of people.

My two sons are looking forward to booking their next trip on the Cherry Creek experience. I think they’re hooked.

Thank you for your great customer service.

Rosa Estorga

Feedback from a Valley Medical company trip on the Middle Fork American.

Hi Lenka,

Just wanted to reply and say that we all had an amazing trip. It was definately a great bonding experience for the 17 of us. We had a few people new to whitewater rafting, a few new to California ( and our hospital staff ) ,a few new to ALL OUTDOORS, as well as returning faithfuls. This will continue to expand as the word travels around the hospital about what a great time we all had. It was nice to see Brandon and Max from our previous trip, which made it seem that much more familiar. All the guides were, and have been, excellent. The food…has anyone really ever complained ? How can you go wrong. The food was great and it was a perfect opportunity to catch up and make fun of the other teams of rafts. In short…as always, it was a perfect trip, and one that all of the staff here at Valley Medical Center will remember and look forward to for years to come. Thanks to all of your staff who helped !

Chris

Some fun feedback from a 1-Day rafting trip down the Middle Fork American River.

Dear Lenka -

All Outdoors has 3 huge new fans! We had such an incredible time – we can’t stop talking about it and sharing our experience with friends and family. I was extremely impressed with our guide Elliot, aka “SWAN”. He entertained us with stories and history of the river and his obvious experience made us all feel safe and secure through even the craziest rapids. His love of the river was a joy to share. We have told everyone who will listen to give it a try and we want to return for the two day trip soon.

Thank you for this extraordinary experience. We are all grateful for the adventure.

Newest White Water Fan (Who started the day quite timid!!!)

Jill Wolfson

PS: Tell Elliot we took his advice on dinner, found Ikeddas (SP?) and loved the gourmet burgers. It was the perfect finish to a perfect day!

Feedback a 2-Day rafting trip on the Middle Fork American

Our experience with All Outdoors was fabulous. I couldn’t have asked for a better trip. This was my first time rafting and All Outdoors made it simple and easy. We did the 2 day Middle Fork trip and I didn’t even feel like a beginner by the end of the trip. Our guides, Cameron, Lewis, and Kelly were awesome. Cameron was our guide for our boat and he did a phenomenal job. I really enjoyed how Cameron and the guides took the time to show us the river, such as coasting to gather blackberries and surfing the rapids. The mini-side hikes were also a nice change of scenery. The food on the trip was surprisingly good. I was very impressed with what they could do with the food, given the supplies we had, since everything we needed was carried on the raft. Overall, the rafting trip was really enjoyable; too bad no one fell in (few close calls). Some folks on our raft did happen to bend their kayak on a rock so that was a sight to see. The guides came to their rescue and it was amazing to watch. The guides really know their stuff! I would definitely return to All Outdoors for my future rafting trips and would recommend All Outdoors to all my friends. Thank you All Outdoors for an amazing vacation.

-Sarah Wong

Feedback from a mother – son rafting trip on a Middle Fork American 2-Day Trip

Hi Lenka!

We had a WONDERFUL time! I don’t know where to start!

Louis was our guide. He was great! He drew the 6 strangers in the boat into a group very well. He did a great job describing each upcoming rapid, how to handle it, and what to do if we flipped out. (Literally) He was fun too! I will request him when we come back next year!

The food was very good. It was the attention to details that made simple food so good, such as the sliced avocado and hummus spread for the turkey sandwiches, the fresh fruit – unbruised by the trip, and fresh cilantro for the burritos! There was plenty of food. And the guides never seemed put out to prepare it for us.

You were right about the river selection. We would have been bored on a lower rated river.

My son and I will be back next year with the idea that this will be an annual trip for the two of us. We may try another river. Then my daughter saw the pictures and wants to try it out, so I foresee another trip that includes her

Thanks so much!!

Kaye

Feedback from a Middle Fork American 3-Day family rafting trip

Hi Diana,

Thanks for the follow up. We had a fantastic time. Joe, Kyle and Brit were terrific. They made it fun and adventureous. We can hardly wait to do the trip again.

I want you to know that your companies dedication to our fun and the staff commitment are clearly what sets you apart. My kids will remember this trip for the rest of there lives. It’s very unique to have an entire river to yourself for three days so I’m especcially grateful for how it all worked out. Please keep us posted.

Best,
Jonathan Wiltjer

Feedback from a family rafting trip on the Middle Fork American.

Hi Diana,

Thanks for follow up with us with the 2 Days Middle Fork Trip we took in July. It’s all worth. Our family with my husband, 3 teenagers and I are really enjoyed it. This is our first raft, we are all beginners and we took a chance to try this Class 3, 4 and it was not that bad as I used to scare. It’s very fun trip.

The guides, they are rock! Adam, Todd, Drew, Laura are so friendly and helpful, feel like we know them for a long time. We had so much fun with them We miss their sandwich preparation, dinner cooking, tortilla wrap….all super delicious. It’s amazing how the guides prepare the food for us within a short time. I already miss them, the guides.

The river, the waterfalls are beautiful scenic. It’s so peaceful, all about nature, get away. I wish that I can take more pics with my digital camera instead of the waterproof camera.

This trip built a quality time for our family together, great trip ever for our summer.

We definitely will go again with AO and highly recommend our friends to go with AO because you guys are so organized. And thanks to you, Diana for making our reservation and answer all the questions that I had.

Lien and family.

Feedback from a father and son on a Middle Fork American 1-Day trip.

Hey AO,

Just a quick note to say THANKS for a great day on the middle fork. Cameron Young was our guide and he did a great job with us. He set us up for the rapids and how we would enter, and what to do if trouble developed. Me and Andy, my 14 y/o son had a fantastic time. Leaping off that tall rock into the pool was an unexpected treat. I’m glad I didn’t have time to think about it, or I might have backed off. After my son jumped, I had no choice!

Also, Tunnel chute was awesome!!

We will be back. Already planning on running the Tuolome next summer. Can’t wait. Thanks for the great service on the river and with booking the trip. Your whole team does a wonderful job. Keep up the good work.

Tom G.
Hayward, CA