Join author Tyler Childress for an evening of stories, rivers, and history as he signs copies of his newly published biography/memoir, Bail! Bail! Bryce Whitmore and the Birth of Whitewater Rafting. This compelling new book captures the extraordinary life of Bryce Whitmore, the pioneering founder of California’s first rafting company and inventor of the first self-bailing raft, fiberglass river kayak, and self-aligning oar clips. 

We have welcomed the New Year, and we want to express our deepest gratitude for your support. Thanks to your generosity and commitment to rivers, we have achieved our 2024 budget target. Your support in 2024 funded a year of impact and important wins. With your help we were able to…

A huge thank you to everyone who attended the Rendezvous by the River! It was an unforgettable evening filled with laughter, great music, and delicious food, all set against the stunning backdrop of the American River at Camp Lotus. Diane Wilkinson Catering served up a mouthwatering feast, delighting guests with her flavorful creations and The Street Wheelers rocked the night away, keeping everyone on their feet with an incredible mix of tunes that brought energy and fun to the event.

Read the article to learn how much we fundraised…