So, What Is in These Names?

By Brian | December 17, 2018

So, What Is in These Names? Following last weeks blog which gave a brief history of some of the rapid names on the popular Grade 5 white water section of the Rangitikei River, I have had some feedback about my understanding of the history of those names, and some clarification on who and why the [...]

What’s in a Name?

By Brian | December 7, 2018

What's In A Name? On every river throughout the world where rafting, canoeing and kayaking takes place, rapids have been named. These names, the origins of which have sometimes been lost, often tell a story of an incident, while others are named after a natural rock or water feature. These stories offer glimpses into the [...]

A River Rescue Workshop

By Brian | November 6, 2018

A River Rescue Workshop Going white-water rafting and not sure what safety systems are in place? Read on! You may not know it, but New Zealand has one of the most highly regulated white-water rafting industries in the world. This level of regulation seeks to ensure that people going rafting are guided by suitably qualified [...]

Rafting – Not just for the Thrill Seekers

By rvadmin1 | April 4, 2017

We often overhear discussions by visitors around the lodge that suggest rafting is only for the young and adventurous thrill-seekers. This year has proven this statement to be not only untrue, but in many cases not even the norm. Rafting attracts such an array of people; all ages, diverse backgrounds, varying abilities and assorted personalities. [...]

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