August 29-September 3, 2008

Registration Deadline: August 1, 2008

Trip Description: The crown-jewel of Northwest Rafting, the Wild & Scenic Rogue is one of the best all-around river trips in North America.  Plentiful wildlife, outstanding forest mountain scenery and numerous rollicking rapids deliver an unmatched wilderness adventure experience and a perfect locale to reunite with other GWR alumni and their dads.

Explore crystal clear side creeks on an adventure hike to find secluded and idyllic fern-hung swimming holes.  Learn to “body surf” the rapids or simply enjoy the peace and quiet during golden canyon sunsets and misty mountain mornings.  After a full day of playing on the river and exploring the surrounding area, we’ll swap stories around the fire while refueling with tasty guide-prepared meals.

We will lodge at the Galice Resort near Grants Pass Oregon on August 29th where we will meet our guides the next morning and travel to the put-in.  We will be on the river for 4 days and 3 nights prior to returning to the Galice Lodge for our final night together September 2nd.

Physical Activity: Prior physical conditioning is recommended because this trek does require physical exertion. Paddling is good exercise and days will be full of activity. If you have any questions about the level of fitness required, please do not hesitate to give Craig a call.

Logistics & Schedule: Participants have 2 transportation options for the trip: 

For Option 1, Meet us in Port Townsend and drive to Galice, Oregon (about an 8 hour drive), where we will lodge the night before our put-in.  For Option 1 we will be leaving GWR at 8 AM on Friday, August 29.  Please arrive the evening before – we will issue any needed gear at 5 PM on August 28.  On Wednesday September 3, we will return to Port Townsend arriving early evening.

                        For Option 2, you can meet us at the Galice Lodge August 29th by flying directly to Medford, Oregon and take a shuttle  (High Country Shuttle 888-203-8502) or rent a car for the 1 hour drive to Galice.  On Wednesday September 2, you can choose to catch an outgoing flight from Medford anytime after 8:00 PM or dine and lodge with the group in Galice and fly out the next morning.

                        Please Note: If flying out of Seattle on September 3, please schedule flights for anytime after 6pm.

Clothing & Equipment: There is a download-able Equipment List on this web site that should answer your “what should pack?” questions. If your questions remain unanswered, please feel free to call Craig or Chase at the number below.

Travel Arrangements: If you need assistance with flights or ground transportation Jean’s House of Travel of Port Townsend can help: (800) 895-2688 or (360) 385-6250.

Cost: $1,300 per person includes food (August 29 dinner through September 2 dinner); camping and boating equipment; lodging (2 nights) in Galice; and ground transportation from Port Townsend and return.

Deposit: All forms and a $250 non-refundable deposit are due at the time of registration in 
order to reserve your position on the Trek.  The Trek Program Manager will 
process registration materials and confirmation will be made by phone, e-mail, 
fax or mail.   
 
Tuition in full is required 30 days in advance of the start date of the Trek

Lodging:       You can contact the Port Townsend Visitor Information Center at 888-ENJOYPT or www.ptguide.com for PT lodging.

Trek Risks:  As is always the case with outdoor adventures, there will be inherent risks associated with the trip’s activities. These risks cannot be eliminated without destroying the fundamental qualities of the activities. You will be assuming all risks if you choose to participate. Also, you should verify with your family physician or other health care provider that you will be able to participate in this trek without putting your health at risk.

To Register: You must register by completing a GWR Registration form, a GWR Medical History form, a GWR Release and Indemnification form, and a Ouzel Outfitters registration/release form (all available as PDF files in the Trek section of www.graywolfranch.com) and mailing the forms together with your deposit per person to GWR by the August 1 registration deadline. You may also call Craig at the Trek Center to request a registration packet by mail. As noted in the “Registration, Payment and Refund Procedures” form the balance of the trip cost is due 7 days before the trek start date. Credit card payment can be made over the phone with Hal in the Business Office at 800 571-5505.  You will receive confirmation of your registration soon after we receive your materials. Registration is on a first come, first served basis.

Note:              Ouzel Outfitters requires you to complete a 2 page Registration and Release form that is available on the GWR website with the other information for this Trek.

Maximum group size: 20 including GWR staff.

Questions:  Call any time and ask for Peter Boeschenstein or Craig Isenberg. 800-571-5505

We look forward to seeing you on the river!