We choose Big Creek for a first rafting experience with our grandchildren ages 9 & 14. We originally scheduled a float trip on the Lower (slower) section of the River because the 9 year old was nervous about rafting. When we arrived at check in the young woman at the desk talked to the 9 year old and convinced him to take the trip on the Upper Section where the rapids are class 3/4. Shane was our guide and he was excellent especially with the 9 year old. From the first rapid, everything was a go, and everyone thoroughly enjoyed the ride. Shane was a wealth of knowledge about rafting, about the River and even some local history. This was just one adventure on a 10 day road trip. But in the end it was at the top of the list. Thank you Shane, and Thank you everyone at Big Creek.