Family Rafting Trips in Idaho and Oregon
On the river there are no interruptions from traffic, errands, jobs, or shopping. Don't worry about scattering at mealtime. Your family will sit down together for breakfast, lunch, and dinner. Other families will usually travel with you. Many lifetime friendships begin "on the river". A family rafting trip is a great three generation adventure with kids, parents, and grandparents.
All camping gear is provided. The guide crew does the campwork and cooking, so that you can spend time with your family. Mom's: The guides set up, cook, and cleanup. You can read a book, swim, fish, hike, ... You can find the "right" trip with HRE. Our variety of rivers and equipment assures a trip that fits your experience, interests, and needs. We can plan an introductory trip for a family with young children, and we can organize a challenging white water run for athletic teenagers and young adults.
Meals are fantastic, and we are happy to provide "kid's" food (burgers, hotdogs, PBJ, "some mores",..) . Let us know your children's favorites. We'll serve our normal adult menu and plenty of extras that kids will love. There is unlimited potable water, plenty of ice, and a generous complimentary supply of beverages. You are welcome to bring any favorite beverages. Evenings and mornings on the river are special. There's nothing like snuggling into a cozy sleeping bag, chatting beside a glowing campfire, enjoying a clear night sky, or waking to the aroma of camp coffee and the sound of the river racing past camp.... Call or e-mail so we can help you pick the trip that is right for your family. "The Great American Raft Trip" is a unique and valuable tradition. We invite you to join us "on the river". |
Family rafting vacations are an American tradition.
For 32 years, families have made whitewater rafting trips with Hughes
River Expeditions, Inc. Our family oriented, safety first, river
runs are world class family experiences. Family trips make up 60%
of our annual business. Jerry Hughes and Carole Finley have raised
their kids on Idaho and eastern Oregon rivers. We enjoy outfitting
for families, and we do it well.
The guides can help a young
angler catch that "first fish" or pick the best dry fly for an advanced
fisherman. The trip pace provides time for hiking, exploring, and relaxing.
Kids and adults love volleyball or frisbee on pure white Salmon River sand
bars, or inspecting an exotic American Native cultural site in Hells Canyon.
Our river library contains books, articles, and other information about the
area.
Safety
is our first concern. Life jackets are always worn on the water. The guides
know how important safety is, and they understand how important safety is to
you. Most Hughes guides range from 30 to 60 years of age. We also work with
some college aged guides who add enthusiasm to the team. Many of the crew have
guided professionally for 20+ years.
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