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Lavender events' annual rafting trip

WHITE WATER RAFTING
Getaway Weekend July 10-12

Lavender Events has partnered with North America's only lesbian-owned rafting company, Mariah Wilderness Expeditions, to offer the LGBT community an exclusive weekend just a few short hours from the Bay Area.

Come join us for a fun and memorable rafting adventure while having the opportunity to spend some quality time with your friends or get to know new ones!

Friday, we start off our adventure with a meet and greet with drinks and snacks to nibble as you get to know your new camping and boat mates.

Saturday, there will be more entertainment in the evening, including sampling some local wine and beer.

Adventure Cost

The beginner American South Fork trip is $330. We also have limited space on the intermediate South/Middle Fork Combo trip at $355.

Price includes 2 days rafting, 2 nights camping, 5 meals, a welcoming social mixer Friday night, and 7% river use fees.

 

Beginner Trip - $330
American South Fork Highlights

  • The South Fork of the American River is the best California River and perfect for the first-time rafter as well as experienced paddlers, families with kids, groups of friends, and company team building outings.
  • Two days rafting, two nights camping, great meals.
  • Our luxury riverside camp has a well-equipped camp store which provides last-minute items you may have forgotten. You may find t-shirts, shorts, waterproof cameras, and sunscreen.
  • Mariah has top quality guides who are skilled and provide a safe and fun outdoor adventure
  • You will have a great afternoon of fun, relaxation and excitement on a beautiful Gold Rush river.

Intermediate Trip - $355
American South/Middle Combo Highlights

  • Combine two great California Rivers with lots of river miles and excitement. This is the perfect trip for adventuresome first-time rafters as well as experienced paddlers!
  • Go for it with the Middle Fork’s Tunnel Chute, an adrenaline-rush whitewater ride.
  • Two days rafting, two nights camping, 5 great meals, and 29 miles of river with many Class II to Class IV fun rapids plus the Class V Tunnel Chute.
  • Camp both nights at our South Fork American luxury riverside camp where we have flush toilets, pingpong, volleyball, horseshoes, our camp store, and a campfire.
  • Time to savor the wilderness canyons as we paddle and relax each day.
  • Two full days of fun, relaxation, and excitement in two beautiful river canyons.

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What to Bring

Upon registration, you will receive expanded details about the trip and packing suggestions. You are responsible to bring your own tent and related camping equipment (no burners). To rent gear, contact Mariah Wilderness Expeditions for cabin and tent options.

Once your tent is set up, just sit back and relax. The guides will take great care of you including safety instructions, raft set up and cooking your delightful meals.

 


 
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Accommodations

Accommodations include private showers, flushing toilets, ping pong table, volleyball court, horse shoes and a camp store.

If you prefer, you may stay close by with more comforts of home. Consider staying near by at Sierra Nevada House in Coloma.

The Best Western in Placerville is also an option that is further away. Meet us each day and around camp for breakfast and dinner

Rental Equipment

Mariah offers rentals on cabins, tents, cots, sleep kits (sleeping bag and liner) and sleeping pads. To learn more about rentals, please contact Mariah Wilderness Expeditions.

Cancellation Policy

Refunds require a written cancellation notice 31 days prior to your trip date. PayPal service fees will not be refunded.

Trip Insurance

Mariah recommends trip insurance for your bookings. This is due to the 31 day cancellation policy and that unpredictable things do arise.

Release of Liability

By submitting your payment to Lavender Events, you release liability for any incidents that may occur during this weekend.