After “safer at home” for 4 months, we ventured out to the Sierra Foothills for some Nature RX. The Wet River trip was just what we needed to beat the corona blues while practicing social distancing. It was so enjoyable that we went back for a second trip with another family.
As first-time rafters, we chose the Class III full-day trips – the Chili Bar and the Gorge. We preferred the Gorge trip as we liked starting with calmer rapids and ending the day with stronger, more thrilling rapids. The Chili Bar is the opposite. The sandwich bar lunch was delicious and had something for all palates.
Our river guide was awesome! He is not only an experienced rafter and outdoorsman, but he is also a talented youth mentor. I highly recommend this experience for anyone with kids who have become depressed and resistant due to extended time on social media and video games. They will remind them what it means to have fun outdoors, educate them on river ecology, and help you reinvigorate your family’s unity and morale.