Awesome fun three day, two night trip on the Rogue River through the Wild and Scenic section with our extended family. Paddle rafts give plenty of exercise and engagement for the more cautious, while kayaks are an awesome fun alternative for fit thrill seekers of all ages.
Orange Torpedo staff team of Mike Slegel, Cory, Chris, Scott and Greyson guided us through varied geologic formations and levels of rapids, teaching techniques and skills, while demonstrating it themselves. Rapids through canyons and forests allowed for engagement with thrilling challenges, always with safety in mind; while calm peaceful stretches of river allowed for viewing of bald eagles, osprey, great blue herons, sunning turtles, swimming snakes and other wildlife.
Mike Slegel’s knowledge of historic characters and locations along the river, with his unmatched storytelling skills, combined with short hikes to abandoned cabins and the Rogue River Ranch, brought history to life.
Chris’ incredible energy and enthusiasm along with his amazing lunches along the river, made for delicious refueling. His photographic skills combined with the generous company policy of freely sharing the photos, makes for fun post-trip memories, delivered within hours of ending the trip.
Rustic lodges provided hot showers and comfortable beds with delicious dinners, games, guitars, fishing and the opportunity to recharge. The lack of internet connection for three days topped off an awesome and fulfilling multi-generational family vacation.