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Rafting Down the Middle Fork of the American River | Whitewater Rafting July 2023

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👁️ 1K views📅 1 years ago⏱️ 39:07
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Creator's Key Takeaways

we are actually on a side quest from our usual Cruise Adventures today

this is class 4 Rapids you're crazy it is class three to four Rapids

I loved it so I am a little bit of an adrenaline junkie so I had an absolute blast

if you're nervous please keep it to a three

Creator's Tips & Advice

✓Start with class 3 rapids if you're nervous
✓Wear secure pants and a one-piece bathing suit underneath
✓Be physically able and know how to swim
✓Prepare for windiness on the drive
✓Be ready to rock scramble and climb over rocks

🆕New to Cruising? This Creator Addresses:

Intensity of class 4 rapids — Start with class 3 rapids if nervous; class 4 is intense but manageable with proper instruction
Physical ability and swimming skills — Ensure you can swim and remain calm in intense situations
Getting thrown from the raft — Follow instructor instructions and wear secure clothing

Questions This Creator Answers

QWhat is it like to go white water rafting for the first time?
QIs class 4 rapids suitable for beginners?
QWhat should you wear and prepare for a rafting trip?

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Top: Middle Fork of the American River rafting ($140 per person (midweek), up to $175 on weekends)
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Join us as we complete a bucket list side quest: white water rafting! ✅️ We're heading down the Middle Fork of the American River, taking on rapids up to class 4+ - oh, and did we mention it's our first time? 🥴 Stick around until the end for our final thoughts and more information on booking this trip 😊 For more fun adventures and trips of a lifetime, subscribe if you'd like to wend and wander with us! ✨️ #whitewaterrafting #americanriver #whitewater #middlefork #rafting #vlog #traveling -------------- ✨Subscribe for more of our adventures!✨ https://www.youtube.com/c/wendandwander And follow us on social media: 📸 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/wendandwander