For Immediate Release
O.A.R.S. Experiencing Increased Demand
For Rafting Adventures in Northern California This Summer
On Reservoir-Controlled Rivers
ANGELS CAMP, CA, June 18, 2013 – Veteran
whitewater rafting outfitter and nature-based
adventure travel company O.A.R.S. (
http://www.oars.com/) reports that it is experiencing more requests than usual this season for rafting on Northern California’s premier dam-fed rivers: the Tuolumne, American and Klamath.
“Because of low snow pack in the Southern Sierra, folks who would normally raft the Kern, Kings or Kaweah Rivers are looking for other options,” says Steve Markle,
O.A.R.S. spokesperson. “Flows from upstream reservoir releases and reliably good rapids make these rivers dependable, predictable and a good rafting bet even in a low water year.”
He also noted that free camping for rafters at their new River Park Adventure Campground in Lotus, CA offers an inexpensive weekend escape that helps make the drive even more appealing. For an extra fee, O.A.R.S. also has four pre-set platform tents available, complete with cots and mattresses, sleeping bags, sheets & pillows, bedside table, rug, and lamp and a private deck with two Adirondack chairs.
Families and first-timers can experience the Class III
South Fork of the American River on a half-, full- or two-day trip six days a week, Thursdays - Tuesdays:
½ or 1 Day -
http://www.oars.com/california/southforkamericanriverrafting.html
2 Day -
http://www.oars.com/california/southforkamericanriverrafting2day.html
Or, the Class IV
Middle Fork of the American River is available to those seeking to step it up a notch as a one-day trip seven days a week:
http://www.oars.com/california/middleforkamericanrafting.html
The Wild & Scenic
Tuolumne River offers one-, two- and three-day programs throughout the summer with headwaters originating in Yosemite National Park. A Craft Beer Tasting event departing July 4 and two Wine on the River departures in August promise customized memories at $899 per person for a three-day trip. See:
http://www.oars.com/california/tuolumnerafting.html
For three days and two nights, guests including families with youngsters four years and up can camp and raft the
Lower Klamath River with trips launching on Tuesdays and Fridays through August. The per person double rate is $599 for adults and $499 for youths 17 and under. See:
http://www.oars.com/california/klamathriverrafting.html
All programs are inclusive of high-quality inflatable rafts and kayaks (where appropriate), plus related river equipment including paddle, helmet and personal flotation device, and skilled, professional guide services. Overnight trips include catered camping, all meals from lunch on the first day through lunch on the last day and transfers to and from the rafting destination. Camping equipment is available to rent for an additional fee.
For more information, availability, reservations and a copy of the 2013 O.A.R.S. Adventures catalog call 209-736-4677 or 800-346-6277, email
info@oars.com, or visit:
http://www.oars.com/.
About O.A.R.S.
Some 500,000 guests later,
O.A.R.S. has been providing whitewater rafting vacations since 1969. Over the decades the company has set the standard in first-class rafting, sea kayaking and multi-sport adventure, with destinations and unparalleled experiences on over 35 rivers and coastlines around the world. O.A.R.S. caters to active travelers of all ages and abilities with more than 75 unique itineraries, including one-day and weekend escapes. In 2012, for the sixth consecutive year,
Condé Nast Traveler recognized Mindy Gleason, O.A.R.S. Reservation Manager and International Adventure Travel Consultant, as
Condé Nast Traveler’s standalone Top Travel Specialist in the River Rafting category. In 2013
Outside, America’s leading multimedia active-lifestyle brand, named O.A.R.S. one of the top two outfitters in the world in its annual
Active Travel Awards recognition program.
