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River Rescue Certification (RRC)

Taking river rescue training for boaters to a new level, the two-day, River Rescue Certification course is a hands-on, scenario-based rescue course designed specifically for whitewater boaters: kayakers, rafters, cat boaters, SUP paddlers, river boarders, and canoers. Students will receive internationally recognized certification through Sierra Rescue International.

White Salmon River - Half-Day

Spectacular half day whitewater rafting class III-IV trip on the White Salmon River, including Wet Planet's signature "Upper Stretch" adding 2 miles of class IV whitewater, and optional class IV/V Husum Falls water - levels permitting.

Guide School

We love being on the river, and love sharing our river experience with future guides and river travelers. The Wet Planet Guide School is our way to share our passion for whitewater with those who whish to seek employment in the river industry or wish to learn the skills needed to captain/guide their own raft.

Swiftwater Rescue Technician Level 1 (SRT-1)

This NFPA-compliant Swiftwater Rescue Technician Unit 1 (SRT-1) course is designed specifically for Fire and SAR personnel. Those that don’t need an NFPA compliant course (DWR, Fish and Game personnel, Environmental Consultants, Fisheries Biologists and other professionals that work around streams and rivers) should take the Whitewater Rescue Technician (WRT) or the River Rescue Pro (RRC-Pro).

Wind River Rafting

One of the most challenging commercial rafting runs in the Pacific Northwest, the Wind River cascades through tightly spaced boulder gardens and steep ledge drops in a series of class IV to class V rapids. Set in a deep canyon, spectacular waterfalls, towering cliffs, and strange clay walls create an unforgettable atmosphere for a spectacular trip. This all day trip includes a riverside lunch and is the perfect run for experienced paddlers seeking the next level of adventure. Guests on the Wind River should be prepared for challenging whitewater and adventurous rock-scrambling on the portages. All rafters on the trip are required to have previous class IV experience and be in good physical condition!

Klickitat River Rafting Trip

River Rescue Certification Pro (RRC - Pro)

Taking river rescue training for boaters to a new level, the three-day River Rescue Certification for the Professional (RRC-Pro) is a fast paced, scenario based rescue course designed to develop the ability to choose good actions when a river rescue is necessary.This curriculum has been designed for individuals that spend a good portion of their lives on whitewater rivers in a professional capacity (specifically river guides and kayak instructors), or paddlers who already have a solid base of boating and basic rescue skills and are interested in working on the river in a professional capacity in the future. Students will receive internationally recognized certification through Sierra Rescue International.

Owyhee River trip

2-Day Beginner Kayak Instruction

Based out of our riverside headquarters in the Columbia River Gorge, our 2-day "Rapid Progression" beginner kayak courses are designed to provide novice kayakers with the fundamental skills needed to begin kayaking on Class I and II whitewater. Progressing from the pool and slow moving water on day one, to class II whitewater on day two, we will practice basic boat handling, eddy-turns and peel-outs, ferrying, water reading, self-rescue techniques, and safe paddling techniques.

3-Day Beginner Kayak Instruction

Based out of our riverside headquarters in the Columbia River Gorge, our 3-day beginner kayak courses are designed to provide novice kayakers with the fundamental skills needed to begin kayaking on Class I and II whitewater. Progressing from the pool and slow moving water on day one, to class II whitewater on days two and three, we will practice basic boat handling, eddy-turns and peel-outs, ferrying, water reading, self-rescue techniques, and safe paddling techniques.

ACA Instructor Course

The ACA Kayak Instructor Course - led by Sundance Kayak School's J.R. Weir - is for whitewater kayakers interested in working as professional kayak instructors or simply developing proficiency in kayak teaching techniques. This instructor training course leads to certification as a whitewater kayak instructor by the American Canoe Association, or the ACA. The ACA has created the nation's premier teaching certification program for kayaking. With more than 40 years experience, the ACA has developed a specific and proven set of paddle sports' best practices, inspiring participants to share their experience and knowledge of kayaking in the safest, most effective way.

Farmlands Rafting

The Farmlands section of the White Salmon River is arguably the most committing, exciting, and spectacular commercial rafting run in the Pacific Northwest. Ten miles upstream of the Forest Service put-in for the main section of the White Salmon River, the Farmlands section offers continuous class IV-V whitewater in a series of canyons defined by vertical cliff walls and horizon-line upon horizon-line of stairstepping rapids. Within the canyons, rafters will find scenery and whitewater adventure unrivaled by other commercial rafting trips as the White Salmon careens through rapids such as Sidewinder, The Drop Zone, Mini Lava, Lava Dam, and Off Ramp.

Custom/Private Kayak Instruction