Category: Whitewater

OARS 50th Anniversary Boathouse Tour

by ASJ Staff | Sep 18, 2019 | Event Profile, Whitewater | 0 |

October 12, 2019 • Angel’s Camp
boathousetour.org

Join OARS for a night of award-winning short films, food, brews, and live music in celebration of 50 years of guiding, friendship, conservation, and community. 100% of ticket sales for this event will be donated to the Pam and George Wendt Foundation, an organization with the vision to connect young people to one of the world’s greatest resources — our wild places.

Get the chance to win awesome gear prizes courtesy of YETI, NRS, Smith Optics, Chaco, and Chums. Beer has been generously provided by Sierra Nevada; wine thanks to Boyle MacDonald Wines, Hatcher Winery, and Ten By Ten Wines. Additionally, Northwestern Mutual and SkySon Financial have offered support. The event features music from Leilani & the Distractions.

All are welcome to this family-friendly evening. Kids 15 and under get in free …

Gigi McBee

by ASJ Staff | Jun 3, 2019 | Issue 109, Kayaking, Whitewater | 0 |

Crusading for whitewater safety

By Deanna Kerr • Photos by Jason Bates

Based in Lotus near the American River, kayak and swift water rescue instructor Gigi McBee has been on a campaign to keep herself and other paddlers safe on the river for over 20 years. Through commitment and hard work she has become a role model and an inspiration, making many in the kayak community safer in whitewater.

McBee has been passionate about rivers for as long as she can remember, but her fascination with whitewater kayaking began when she was 13 years old. She was living in Santiago, Chile with her ex-patriate family when she noticed a group of campers learning to roll in the Maipo River. She knew at once it was a sport she had to do. Kayaking would become the way she would always stay connected to the magic of rivers.

McBee spent the …

2019 Big Water Warning Video and Tips Released

by ASJ Staff | May 10, 2019 | Industry News, Whitewater | 0 |

Stay alive and hire a guide

Press Release // Contact John Stallone • johns@mtnriver.com

Kernville, CA – “If ever there was a time to go rafting with professionals and make sure you have the right equipment – it’s this big water year,” says John Stallone, Owner and President of Mountain & River Adventures, an outfitter who’s base camp has been on the Kern River for over 30 years. High water is here. The California Department of Water Resources data as of April 2nd is reporting the Sierra Nevada snowpack is a whopping 162 percent of average.

In an effort to increase awareness, safety, and enjoyment on the Kern River this spring, Mountain & River Adventures has just released a free educational video warning the public to choose equipment and professional guides to stay safe and maximize their enjoyment while experiencing this year’s high water on the Kern River.

This year’s …

Best of the Fests 2019

by ASJ Staff | Apr 5, 2019 | Adventure Racing, Biking, Brewing, Festivals, Hiking, Issue 108, Kayaking, Paddle Boarding, Racing, Running, SUP, SUP Racing, Surfing, Water Sports, Whitewater | 0 |

Here comes festival season!

There’s something for everyone, from gatherings for beer lovers to music fests to celebrations of the myriad of human-powered summer sports. If you know of a festival not on this list, let us know and we’ll add it! ASJ partners are FULLY in bold — we appreciate their support of adventure enthusiasts throughout California, western Nevada and beyond.

Music

>> Coachella – April 12-14 & 19-21 • Indio // Music and Arts Festival in the Coachella Valley. // coachella.com

>> Lucidity Festival – April 12-14 • Santa Ynez // An open-source transformational arts and music festival. // lucidityfestival.com

>> Desert Hearts – April 26-29 • Los Coyotes Indian Reservation // A tribute to House, Techno, & Love with intimate gatherings focused on art, music and community. // festival.deserthearts.us

>> Back to the Beach – April 27-28 • Huntington Beach // Enjoy two days in the sand …

Big Flow

by ASJ Staff | Apr 3, 2019 | Issue 108, Whitewater | 0 |

This is a banner year for California whitewater

By Barry and Kennedy Kruse

Believe or not, there might just be more than 300 individual, wholly runnable sections of whitewater in the state; some of them magazine-cover, pool-drop classics the likes of which are found in few places anywhere in the world. Trevor Croft of Rafting Magazine says, “California is a unique place for rafters to connect with each other and the world around them. So many rivers exist to suit anyone’s skills that you can find the best guides in the world paddling alongside beginner boaters. It creates an incredible culture and opportunity to learn in our corner of the rafting world. If you are a first timer just learning what rafting is all about, there is no better place to experience an adventure sport that truly anyone can enjoy than right here in California.”

Throughout California’s mountain ranges – …

Gear We Love: Issue 107

by ASJ Staff | Feb 3, 2019 | Backcountry Skiing, Biking, Climbing, Cross Country Skiing, Gear We Love, Hiking, Issue 107, Kayaking, Paddle Boarding, Running, Skiing, Snow Sports, Snowboarding, SUP, Surfing, Water Sports, Whitewater | 0 |

Goodies for your active lifestyle

1. Fireside Outdoor Pop Up Fire Pit with Heat Shield

Imagine being able to set up a fire pit anywhere in less than a minute. That’s the cool thing about the Pop Up Fire Pit from Fireside Outdoor: it packs into a small bag and sets up quickly wherever you need a low-maintenance campfire. What makes this portable campfire so enjoyable is the stainless steel mesh that the logs sit on. Strong enough to withstand 125 pounds of wood, the mesh provides oxygen to the fire from below, creating a hotter burning fire that creates more warmth. We recommend you spend a little bit more and purchase the optional heat shield. The heat shield allows the Pop Up Pit to be set up on the grass or concrete without leaving any sort of brown marks, allowing for S’mores on the lawn and worry free backyard …

Banff Centre Mountain Film Festival World Tour – Santa Cruz 2019

by ASJ Staff | Dec 4, 2018 | Backcountry Skiing, Biking, Climbing, Event Profile, Hiking, Kayaking, Whitewater | 0 |

February 21 – 24, 2019 • Santa Cruz, CA
recreation.ucsc.edu

Ignite your passion for adventure, action, and travel! The Banff Centre Mountain Film Festival World Tour will exhilarate you with amazing big-screen stories when it comes to the Rio Theatre, February 21 – 24 at 7 pm (4 shows, 2 programs). Journey to exotic locations, paddle the wildest waters, and climb the highest peaks. Get your tickets today and be taken away to the most captivating places on earth.

The 2018/2019 Banff Centre Mountain Film Festival World Tour brings films from the 43rd annual Banff Mountain Film Festival to about 400 communities around the world. From an exploration of remote landscapes and mountain cultures to adrenaline-fueled action sports, films in this year’s World Tour are sure to captivate and amaze the explorer within you.

The Program A is Thursday OR Saturday, Program B is Friday OR Sunday.

Benefits the UCSC …

Gift Giving Guide 2018

by ASJ Staff | Dec 2, 2018 | Backcountry Skiing, Biking, Climbing, Cross Country Skiing, Gear We Love, Hiking, Issue 106, Kayaking, Paddle Boarding, Sailing, Skiing, Snow Sports, Snowboarding, SUP, Surfing, Water Sports, Whitewater | 0 |

Give the gift of adventure this holiday season

Check out the stellar gift ideas below that are sure to be big hits with the adventure enthusiasts on your list. PLUS enter win sweet stash from many of these companies! Learn more here: adventuresportsjournal.com/bestgifts2019.

Paying to Play

by ASJ Staff | Jun 4, 2018 | Issue 103, Kayaking, Water Sports, Whitewater | 0 |

Preventing kayak injuries

By Haven Livingston

WHITEWATER KAYAKING is not known to be the gentlest sport on the body. It’s closer to full contact rugby on a full speed treadmill with huge obstacles thrown in the mix. It sounds brutal, but the joy and love of the river far outweigh the risk for paddlers. From broken teeth and backs to dislocated shoulders and chipped elbows, if I haven’t experienced it first hand, I’ve had a friend who has. Without dedicated attention it’s easy to get hurt. With some forethought and good practice, kayaking does not have to result in a trip to the emergency room.

Just like any other sport, kayaking has its own set of common injuries. Not all can be prevented – there is some degree of “pay to play” – but there is a lot you can do to reduce the risk. Three general categories of prevention …

ASJ Roadshow Tour 2018

by ASJ Staff | Apr 17, 2018 | Adventure Racing, ASJ Roadshow, Biking, Kayaking, Paddle Boarding, Racing, Running, Snow Sports, SUP, SUP Racing, Surfing, Water Sports, Whitewater | 0 |

Hitting the road to spread stoke for the adventure lifestyle The ASJ Roadshow is ON for 2018!...

Gift Giving Guide 2017

by ASJ Staff | Dec 2, 2017 | Backcountry Skiing, Biking, Climbing, Cross Country Skiing, Gear We Love, Hiking, Issue 100, Kayaking, Paddle Boarding, Sailing, Skiing, Snow Sports, Snowboarding, SUP, Surfing, Water Sports, Whitewater | 0 |

Gear, events and services that are sure to please the adventure lover on your list

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HYDRAPAK SHAPE-SHIFT RESERVOIR

Smart design, meet peak performance – also known as the Shape-Shift Reservoir. Our time-tested creation for hydration on the go, it can take a serious beating, it fits nicely in most packs and it’s …

High Fives Grants Record Amount to Injured Athletes

by ASJ Staff | Nov 21, 2017 | Biking, Climbing, Industry News, Kayaking, Paddle Boarding, Skiing, Snow Sports, Snowboarding, Surfing, Water Sports, Whitewater | 0 |

Foundation experiences largest grant cycle since inception

In September 2017, the High Fives Foundation experienced its largest grant cycle since its inception in 2009, granting $110,578.89 to 22 injured mountain bike action sports athletes as well as the sponsorship of a wheelchair rugby team in Reno, NV and a sled hockey team in Central VT. Nine of these individuals reside on the west coast, and their profiles can be view here.

The foundation supports injured athletes through grant funding to be used toward reaching their recovery goals. Since the organization was founded, its empowerment program service has assisted 167 athletes from 31 stages in nine respective categories including living expenses, insurance, travel, health, healing network, adaptive equipment, winter equipment, programs and “stoke” (positive energy, outlook and attitude). As of September 2017, $444,673.84 in 114 board-approved grants has been disbursed to 73 individuals across 23 states (including the 2017 …