Why Packraft the Jack?: Situated at the lowest point in the Alaska Range separating the Chulitna and Nenana watersheds, the Broad Pass region of Alaska has become a frequent destination for packrafters thanks to numerous hike-to-paddle options. The Jack River is one of Broad Pass's best offerings, with approachable hiking and whitewater that makes it a great option for developing packrafters looking to leave the road system. While frequently done as a day trip, completing the Jack as a...

Why Sibun?: As a coastal country in Central America, Belize is better known for its barrier islands, sand beaches, and aquamarine Caribbean coastline than its rivers. While its small area and limited gradient mean that Belize may never be a prominent whitewater destination, the Sibun is a hidden gem tucked away in the Maya Mountains. While the lower Sibun is a well-known, road-accessed float popular with paddleboarders and canoeists, the remote upper section is lesser known. Since it was...

Why Wooley?: Wooley Creek is one of many incredible whitewater sections within Northern California's Salmon River watershed. Set in the Marble Mountain Wilderness, Wooley Creek's crystalline waters cut through a series of granite gorges packed with steep boulder gardens and ledges. These lower gorges have long been a popular section for kayakers willing to shoulder their boats for 6 miles in exchange for stunning scenery and quality whitewater. More runnable river lies upstream of the...