Special Events

River Recreation is excited to introduce a variety of new events to make your summer a memorable one! At River Recreation, we realize that there is more than just rafting out there and we want to share some of our other past times with our customers. With our base camp nestled right on the banks of the Wenatchee River, we have a number of other activities to engage in right in our own backyard. From wine tastings to snorkel trips there are a number of things to do both on and off the river. Also, this year we will be introducing our first ever midnight float. So whether day or night, River Recreation is ready almost any time of day to take you on a whitewater adventure!

What is "Whitewater and Wine"? You might ask what these two things have in common. It can perhaps best be summed up in the words of one our founding fathers Benjamin Franklin, who said:

"We hear of the conversion of water into wine... as of a miracle. But this conversion is... made every day before our eyes. Behold the rain which descends...... upon our vineyards, and which incorporates itself with the grapes, to be changed into wine; a constant proof that God loves us, and loves to see us happy."

Here, at River Recreation, we want to see our customers happy. Therefore, this season we are introducing our first annual "Whitewater and Wine" weekends. There will be two weekends offered, one in June and one in July. The weekend will begin on a Saturday with a memorable whitewater adventure on the Wenatchee River. Your high adrenaline river trip will be followed with a BBQ style lunch at our base camp on the shores of the Wenatchee River. After taking some time to set-up camp and change into some dry clothes, we will transport you to several local wineries in the Wenatchee area. After taking some time to sip and savor all that our local area has to offer in wine production, we will bring you back to base camp to open up some purchased bottles and enjoy a chef inspired dinner by our warming fire pit as the Wenatchee River flows behind you. Your whitewater raft trip, lunch, dinner, transportation and overnight accommodation will all be included in one convenient, low price. We will limit this to 20 people, so reserve early in order to save your spot. Our first one will be held on Saturday and Sunday, May 29th and 30th. The second one will be held on July 3rd. The July 3rd date offers a unique treat of transportation to the fireworks at the Wenatchee River Park the night of the 4th. Come celebrate what our fore fathers did, both wine and our freedom. For more information, contact Amy at office@riverrecreation.com or 1-800-464-5899.

"Good wine is a necessity of life for me." ~ Thomas Jefferson

River Recreation is also excited to introduce two new ways to experience all that the Wenatchee River has to offer. On June 26th, we will be offering our first ever midnight float. Have you ever wondered if water is more wet in the dark? Well if you have, then come out and experience it for yourself. Then go home and brag about it to your friends only after you dry out by our glowing fire pit with your drink of choice. Again, overnight accommodations will be provided. Children must be 12 years or older to participate on the water.

For those who want a different river experience still in the light of day, we will be offering unique snorkel trips on the Wenatchee River. Come join us in August, when the water will be lower. This trip will allow you the opportunity to get out of the boat and explore what is beneath the white caps. Have you ever wondered what causes white water? Well, come join our professional and experienced guides as they show you what happens underneath the water and where all the magic comes from. This is a great trip for younger children and families. Contact the office for more information on both of these trips.

This season we will also be doing a special on Father's Day for all those great dads! On Sunday, June 20th, all dads go rafting for $30!! Here at River Recreation, we can help you celebrate any special occasion as well. From birthdays to bachelor/bachelorette parties, we will make your occasion one to remember. We offer both fun and entertainment on and off the water, and are willing to work with you to make your occasion not one to easily forget. Contact the office for more information.