Janet Anderson enjoys white water rafting as her favorite summer hobby and way to spend time on the river. She discusses both relaxing on mild rivers like the Clark Fork as well as more intense class 5 rapids. The document also provides safety tips for white water rafting, such as never going alone, wearing proper gear like a life vest and shoes, checking equipment, staying hydrated, and avoiding dragging paddles in the water. It includes a link to a video of Pine Creek Rapids from 2009.
2. Floating the river
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white water rafting.
Its my favorite way to
spend the summer. It
doesn’t matter if I’m on
a river with class 5
rapids or on the Clark
Fork relaxing. There is
no place I would rather
be than the river!
3. White Water Rafting Safety
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Never go whitewater rafting alone
Know your physical limitations and capabilities as a swimmer
Know and prepare for the classifications of the river
Know and prepare for the classifications of the river
Wear a comfortable life vest and helmet
Wear proper-fitting water shoes
Frequently check the equipment
Don't raft in the dark
Drink plenty of liquids before, during, and after the rafting
experience
• Don't drag your paddle in the water
4. Pine Creek Rapid 2009
• Please double click icon to view video. Enjoy!