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