Are there any packrafters in the Southern Oregon area? Looking for someone to tackle some creeks with, since I wouldn't feel comfortable doing it alone!

Sean

Has anybody been on middle section this year? Or is south fork even doable right now?

Yeah probably wasn't a good idea to do that middle section solo, those two log jams are pretty bad and must be portaged. Almost same with the boulder garden if the water level is low.

Do a forum search for Glacier creek, that's a good one in Girdwood. Also, from Anchorage there's South Fork off Hiland Rd in Eagle River. The upper portion would be great for almost anyone if the water level is right, right now the middle section is a little tricky and it's a good idea to either sco...

That's INSANE! I can't believe that... this is what it looked like a little over 2 weeks ago..
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=F35rtt8x ... r_embedded

At this time of year not much is runnable in the lower 48, your only bet is usually the bigger rivers in the area. Northwest about an hour and a half from Leadville you have the Colorado river, which is running at around 1100 cfs (runnable). The section from Burns to Dotsero is up to class II (with ...

Just got our packrafts, so no trip reports yet, but also interested in hearing more about trips in this area. And maybe finding some local partners? Also, seeing as you just got your packrafts, it would be a great idea to check out www.americanwhitewater.org if you haven't seen this site yet, it's ...

Looks like there aren't many trips during the summer months due to the lower water levels, although the Rogue is still runnable in many parts with class 3-4 waters, I've been looking for something. I'm currently in the area for another 2 weeks or so, and looking to do part of the Rogue. Looks like t...

The only problem I could see is a tighter fit in your raft. One of my buddies doesn't use a pad at all for that exact problem, but he has a yak and is probably around 5'9". I on the other hand love the space it takes up, seeing as I am 5'5" and have the Yak. In conclusion, if you have some extra spa...

Topher and I ran Glacier Creek this morning. We put in right below the hand tram, water level was great (~26.4). The entire creek is clear of any hazardous sweepers or strainers, with the exception of one strainer down by the airport (easily avoided if you take the correct fork in the river). http:/...

I'll be down in this area (home) during the first half of September, not sure how high (if high at all) any water will be, but can anyone recommend any good trips for this area?