That's why I paddle whitewater, in a canoe.
I wish I were 52...... again.

Your raft guides didn't sound like they were as professional as they guides
that I rafted the Upper Gauley with on two occasions, but it sounds like a
typical bad swim to me that all rafters should consider. It ain't no Carowinds
ride. Its a choice. Sorry your trip turned out so badly. Go with a
recommended raft company thats known for service. There are a bunch of them.
Research a little bit more next time maybe?

You are absolutely right - it was choice made by me. And I take full
responsibility for not doing the needed research before I signed on to the
trip.

And that it is why I am so hesitant to place blame on our guide. And that is
why I have asked the questions of this group that I have.

And I have learned that other than the configuration of the small boat, with
only 4 people, with three on the left, and me on the right - that there
wasn't anything else done incorrectly.

For any possible future rafting trips, I would definitely insist on a larger
boat, with more people.

Thanks for your comments!

"Baker2150" wrote in message
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Your raft guides didn't sound like they were as professional as they
guides
that I rafted the Upper Gauley with on two occasions, but it sounds like a
typical bad swim to me that all rafters should consider. It ain't no
Carowinds
ride. Its a choice. Sorry your trip turned out so badly. Go with a
recommended raft company thats known for service. There are a bunch of
them.
Research a little bit more next time maybe?

I would have no earthly idea of how to paddle a canoe through those
rapids.......

"Paddlec1" wrote in message
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That's why I paddle whitewater, in a canoe.
I wish I were 52...... again.

Paddling is a whole lot of fun, if you can stay in control (yeah, I know, you
paid someone to take care of that). Just thought I'd recommed that you try it
again on easier water, and maybe move up to bigger water later if that suits
you. Good luck.

Dennis