If you enjoy an active vacation, an inflatable kayaking trip on southern Oregon's kayak-friendly Rogue River is the trip for you! Even a novice to the sport generally picks up the techniques of paddling an inflatable kayak fairly quickly.
The Rogue's wild & scenic section is an inflatable kayaker's dream. Warm water, warm weather and plenty of fun rapids test one's skills. Known as a "pool and drop" river, this simply means that kayakers go through a series of rapids and then drop into quieter waters. Experienced or novice kayakers benefit from this experience since it allows rest time between all the action.
But be aware that there are differences in the types of inflatable kayaks. Commonly referred to as Tahiti's or IKs, inflatable kayaks paddling qualities vary widely. Whitewater Warehouse uses primarily AIRE kayaks since they seem to provide the most stability coupled with the greatest amount of fun and comfort.
Choosing to go with a qualified Rogue River outfitter, one that is experienced with inflatable kayakers, gives you unlimited paddling options. You can move in and out of the kayak, based upon your comfort levels. The rafts are always there to support and transport.
Joanna Post, a Whitewater Warehouse client says of her experience, "I love to get in my IK at the start of my Rogue trip. But I also really enjoy watching my kids run the rapids in them. It is just a super fun to kayak through a rapid, look back, and see the smiles on my kids' faces as they hit the top of a curling wave. Nothing like it. Seems like such a sense of accomplishment each year."
