The Eddy Line

Learning to Whitewater Kayak with SMART Goals: Your Roadmap to Class III Confidence

Why Use SMART Goals for Learning to Whitewater Kayak? Whether you’ve just discovered kayaking or you’re finally ready to... Read More

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July 2025  |   Aleson Rietow

Welcome, Wet Planet 2025 Staff Members

As we officially roll into summer, our staff has filled in and is swelling with camaraderie, fun-filled river days,... Read More

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July 2025  |   Aleson Rietow

5 Reasons Why the Spring is The Best Time for Whitewater

Many people think the whitewater season begins in the heat of summer, but prime time for rafting and kayaking... Read More

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March 2025  |   Aleson Rietow

Where Do Our Guides Go in the Off-Season? Dylan Benson’s Winter in Patagonia

At Wet Planet, our guides don’t just hang up their paddles when the season ends. While some of our... Read More

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March 2025  |   Aleson Rietow

Spring Rafting & Lodging Packages

Are you are planning to get out on the river with Wet Planet in April or May to raft,... Read More

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February 2025  |   Aleson Rietow

How to Plan an Epic Family Vacation for Summer 2025  

The lazy days of summer are fast approaching (yes, even in winter, it’s never too early to dream), and... Read More

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January 2025  |   Aleson Rietow

Whitewater Rafting As the Perfect Wedding Group Activity

Looking for a unique and unforgettable wedding group activity? Whether you’re planning an adventurous bachelor or bachelorette party or... Read More

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January 2025  |   Aleson Rietow

How to Get Into the Wonderful World of Whitewater Kayaking

It is never too early (or too late) to start a new hobby.  So why not begin your journey... Read More

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December 2024  |   Madalyne Staab

WiFi Can’t Beat Whitewater: Why the 6-day Salmon River Raft Trip in Idaho was our Family’s Perfect Escape

Written by Leah Collins There’s really no feeling like when you set out on the raft into the gorgeous... Read More

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December 2024  |   Aleson Rietow

Wet Planet Kids’ Kayak Camp: Igniting a Spark for Young Kayakers Since 2006

By Lisa Conway Not long after the inception of the Wet Planet Kayak School in 2004, professional kayaker and... Read More

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December 2024  |   Aleson Rietow

Gratitude for our Outstanding 2024 Wet Planet Team

What we are grateful for? So many things, as we, each day feel fortunate to do what we do... Read More

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November 2024  |   Madalyne Staab

7 River-Themed Halloween Costumes for Whitewater Enthusiasts this fall! 

Halloween is just around the bend, and if you’re anything like us, you’re probably looking for a costume that... Read More

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October 2024  |   Aleson Rietow

What a Great 2024 Whitewater Season!

While the end of the season is always bittersweet – tears were definitely shed as members of our team... Read More

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October 2024  |   Madalyne Staab

10 Things To Do in The Columbia River Gorge in September: All the Fun, Without the Crowds

September in the Columbia River Gorge is best described as all the fun with none of the summer crowds.... Read More

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August 2024  |   Aleson Rietow

Whitewater Kayaking: More Than a Hobby, a Community

Have you ever seen people winding down rivers or sliding through rapids in kayaks and wondered “How does someone... Read More

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August 2024  |   Aleson Rietow

Women On the River – Bridging the Gender Gap in the River Industry

Please allow us to preface; celebrating the women of Wet Planet does not discount or take away from the... Read More

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July 2024  |   Aleson Rietow

Packing Essentials for a Multi-Day Whitewater Rafting Adventure on the Main Salmon River

Embarking on a multi-day whitewater rafting adventure on the Main Salmon River provides an exciting opportunity to experience nature... Read More

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June 2024  |   Aleson Rietow

Meet Our Awesome Kayak Instructors

Thanks to being surrounded by so many amazing rivers – from relaxing Class I all the way up to... Read More

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June 2024  |   Madalyne Staab

Meet Our Multi-Day Guide Staff

While the main volume of trips Wet Planet runs are on the White Salmon River in Washington, we also... Read More

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June 2024  |   Madalyne Staab

The Adventure Mama Gift Guide

I don’t know about you, but my mama has always been, and still is, my biggest inspiration for my... Read More

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May 2024  |   Aleson Rietow

Staff Spotlight: Alex Taylor

Alex Taylor, joined the the Wet Planet Team in 2021. In the 2 years since we have come to... Read More

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March 2024  |   Steve Merrow

What Snowpack and Spring Rain Will Mean for The Upcoming Whitewater Season

With a fresh four feet of snow piling up high and the rafting season a month away, it’s a... Read More

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March 2024  |   Steve Merrow

Our Planet, Our Commitment: Wet Planet’s Journey Towards Sustainability

At Wet Planet, our love for adventure is rivaled only by our dedication to preserving the natural world that... Read More

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March 2024  |   Kali Bennett

Falling in Love with River Rafting

Any river lover remembers the magic of that first whitewater rafting trip well. We remember the anticipation, excitement, and... Read More

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February 2024  |   Aleson Rietow