How to Prepare

swimming River attire should be casual and comfortable. Please limit your personal gear but bring warm, functional clothing in the event weather is inclement. The Rogue canyon is usually warm, however rain and cold weather can occur at any time. Rain gear and a tent are essential on all trips. A light change of clothing and a wool or fleece pullover are usually sufficient for camp.

We have camping gear available if you want to borrow a tent, pad or sleeping bag. Please let us know at least two weeks before your trip if you would like to borrow this gear. There is no extra charge for this service.

Checklist (Download our printable Trip Details)

Sleeping bag (We can provide this if needed)
Sleeping pad (We can provide this if needed)
Light, compact tent (We can provide this if needed)
Rain jacket
Wool sweater or fleece pullover or jacket (Please avoid cotton jackets or sweatshirts).
Pillow
Shirt and pants for camp
Sunscreen
Baseball type cap
Sunglasses with strap
Tennis shoes for camp and the lodge
Swimsuit and shorts
Insect repellent
Toiletries
Personal medication
Towel
Water bottle with loop for attaching to the boats.
Flashlight
River sandals with straps (so they will stay on your feet) or tennis shoes to wear in the boats and while swimming.
A floral print or Hawaiian shirt makes for fun attire at the lodge.

Each guest is provided with a waterproof bag for personal gear. It is about the size of a standard duffel bag and you'll need to pack carefully since it must hold your sleeping bag, changes of clothing and other items. We usually pack tents separately and provide "day bags" for easily accessible gear on the boats during the day. Optional items might include a paperback book, sketchpad, field glasses, fishing equipment (rods in protective, aluminum cases) and camera. Do not bring radios or firearms.

Remember that the Rogue can experience changeable weather throughout the season. Our experience has shown that wool or fleece clothing (it stays warm even when wet) provides the best all weather comfort. Cotton jackets and sweatshirts provide little warmth if they get wet and should be avoided. Rain jackets and pants are not only good for foul weather, but also provide splash protection on cold mornings.