Canyon River Instruction

Trip Highlight: Alan Cammack’s Gunny Gorge Trip

Trip Notes:
“Ryan W. and Michelle M. were my crew. Michelle is a BLM staff of the area and knows the logistics well. It was a really great random 1 night camping trip. 4x4 road gets you to the putin trailhead, then you load your gear onto a pack horse for the steep trail down to the river. Small rafts can go and this is a popular overnight with the fly fishing crowd. We had a lovely camp out of UL setup in our creekboats.”

Canoeing is fun! Check out this great writeup from our friends over at RiverBent. There you’ll find our conversation about getting into whitewater canoeing and some great ideas to get yourself started. Then… come talk to us about getting a canoe paddle in your hands and seeing what it’s all about!

Thinking of trying whitewater canoeing? Open canoes add a thrilling new perspective to familiar runs—get your outfitting right, master the cross-bow stroke, and practice using edges in easy Class II water. 🤘 Take a lesson early, bring proper flotation and a curved paddle, and you’ll progress fast—give it a try this season! 🛶

We were honored to recently speak with the RiverBent blog about one of our favorite subjects... canoeing! Have a look! If you're interested, ask us about getting into this really fun version of running whitewater.

Getting Started with Whitewater Canoeing: Beginner's Guide - RiverBent How to get started with whitewater canoeing, from choosing your boat and gear to skills such as essential strokes and running dry lines.

Head on over to our friends at RiverBent for the full article! And we’d love to talk with you about canoeing too! 🛶 🛶

Super stoked to be working with the amazing Tommy Gram-Ahlene of Whitewater Attainment again this summer. Always a great time!

Excited to collaborate with Canyon River Instruction again this season.

This summer we’re teaming up for the ACA Level 5 Kayak Instructor Upgrade, a big step for instructors looking to move into Class IV teaching and sharpen decision making, rescue skills, and instructional presence in more complex environments.

This is a hands-on, on-the-water course built for experienced L4 instructors ready to take the next step. If that’s you, this is a solid opportunity to level up.

www.canyonriverinstruction.com/book-now/kayak-l5-upgrade
ACA Paddlesports

- What? A 5 day intensive workshop to become an certified Raft Instructor (Level 4, Paddle & Oar)

- Where? Expeditions on the American River in Coloma, CA

- When? June 8-12, 2026

- Why? Professional Development, Globally Accredited Credential, Gain Teaching Skills

- Who? Taught by internationally renowned Instructor Trainer Educator Elisha McArthur ( ) of

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! Perfect time to dig your throw bag out and start tossing — practice makes confident rescues. 🙌 Set a safe target, focus on accuracy, and rehearse quick, calm swaps. 🎯 Share a clip or tip below and tag a paddling partner!

Level up your river skills with a rare combo: a 4-day Hybrid Swiftwater Rescue & Rowing Tune-Up on the Arkansas River near Salida (July 30–Aug 2, 2026). 🌊 Two days of hands-on swiftwater rescue + two days of intermediate rowing tune-up — real river practice, Class III progression, ACA Swiftwater Rescue certificate, and the perfect blend of rescue training and performance rowing. 💪 Limited spots — reserve yours now!