Rafting

Wondering what a NOLS river course is like? Get the inside scoop from instructors and students.

Going on an expedition is one thing—going with your spouse can be something else entirely.

NOLS river expeditions offer chances to paddle both calm waters and up to Class III whitewater in kayaks, oar rigs, and rafts.

Check out a collection of stories from some of the expeditions and trainings instructors pursued in 2017 to continue growing as leaders and educators.

Instructor Tim Kelley shares his passion for packrafting and explains what to expect on a NOLS packrafting expedition, based on a course he taught in 2017.

A NOLS instructor applies his teaching skills to a river expedition with his family on the Salmon River.

Four NOLS instructors share the experience of leading a group of friends and family on a rafting expedition in the Grand Canyon.