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I'm going rafting on the Salt River on March 22. Full-day, commercial trip, cost is $132 (plus tip). They provide wetsuit (if you want it) neoprene booties, PFD, splash jacket, a good lunch, shuttle service. No hassle, you just show up. This is the type of raft where everyone paddles, but no prior experience is required. More fun than just sitting there with one oarsman, for sure.

I have about 6 people going so far. If anyone else wants to go, pm me for more info, please. I am not making the reservations, you'd have to do that yourself, but if you'd like a fun group to go with, you are welcome to join us. I will give company phone number and other details if you pm me. You would meet up with us at the put-in, as most of us are driving down from the White Mountains.

Today the river is up to 2100 again, and rising. The season should last well into May, with some companies running rubber ducky trips later on when the water is a bit lower.

This trip was really fun and will be a highlight of my year, I'm sure. I highly recommend it if you haven't tried it. If you have tried it but weren't planning to go this year, remember that next year may be a dud--the Salt River is very fickle! Life is short, go now! There are quite a few companies runnning the trips, just google Salt River Rafting and you'll see. Or maybe if you are lucky you can go on a private trip, or a multi-day trip. Or take kayaking lessons and do it yourself!

However, the commercial trips are do-able for almost anyone! There was a group of Red Hat Ladies from Gilbert in another raft when I went!