How many people usually go in a boat?

We generally put 5 to 7 people in a boat, but this doesn’t mean that you need to have a group of 5 to 7 to go rafting. For example, if you’re reserving two people, you may be paired with a party of 4 or 5. If you have a group of 10 people, we would just divide you into two boats that travel together on the water.

While we have an excellent record, the sports of whitewater rafting, canoeing, kayaking, zip lining, rock climbing, skiing, snow shoeing and biking have inherent risks. It should be recognized that accidents can and do occur. For this reason, we cannot assume responsibility for injury or loss of property. Participants in all activities will be required to sign a waiver stating they are aware of the risks involved and are not under the influence of drugs or alcohol. Those with health problems limiting their normal activities may be prohibited from participation at Zoar Outdoor’s discretion. Pregnant women will be prohibited from participating in Zoar Outdoor Activities.

Do you have group rates?

Yes! We have special pricing for youth groups, corporate groups, bachelor/bachelorette parties and family groups of 12 or more. Check out our group booking page for more details.

Is there any food served?

Since our Concord River trips are half-day long, we do not serve any food.

Can we rent wetsuits?

Wetsuit packages are included in this trip at no extra cost!

Are wetsuits required?

Wetsuits are not required, but included in the cost should you want them! Wetsuits are ideal for those wishing to layer up for colder weather or those who tend to get chilly easily. The extra wetsuit layer helps to keep you warm, so it depends on personal preference!

Will there be photos of my trip?

Yes! Our photographer will be stationed at the class III rapid taking high quality pictures of each raft. Back at base you’ll be able to view your photos in the rafting pavilion. If you’d like, you can purchase the photos of your raft.

What happens if the forecast calls for rain or storms?

We run our trips rain or shine, so you should come prepared for the weather. If we do have to cancel the trip, that decision would be made on the morning of the trip. However, it’s rare that weather forces us to cancel our rafting trips.

Where do we park? What do we do with our car keys?

There is PARKING available at the Lower Locks Garage next to the hotel. Keep your car keys with you during registration, as we will collect those and put them in a lock box just before gearing up, then return them to you when you get off the boats.

Should I tip my guide?

This is completely at your discretion. If you feel the service you receive from your guide is exceptional, and you want to say “thank you” with a tip, although it is not expected, it is always appreciated.

Can I request a guide?

If you have had a guide you especially liked and would like to have them guide your next trip, we will do our best to match their schedule to yours. Simply request your guide when you make your reservation. Please be aware that we are not always able to match request, but we will do our best!

Alcohol and Drug policy

The use of recreational drugs or alcohol is prohibited on all programs. If you arrive here under the influence, you will be prohibited from participating in the day’s activity and you will not receive a refund.

Reno River Fest

By Elaine Campbell

I left good ole VT on Wednesday and landed in Reno Wednesday night. I didn’t fly with a boat or paddle and this awesome guy Jonas Milton who doesn’t know me let me borrow his Project X 48. Pete Delosa helped with getting me the boat and returning it. Stephen Wright and Ruth Gordon let me borrow paddles. A guy let me borrow his really nice slalom boat. NRS let me borrow a SUP and Pau Hana let me borrow a SUP paddle, oh and Pete Delosa let me borrow his wife Amy’s boat for the boater cross. I was all over the place that weekend with other peoples gear. It was so awesome to see the generosity people gave me. Sharing means caring!

I didn’t have the best weekend of competing. It started with the ridiculous hot weather which I was not accustomed to, the 3 hour time change, having a cold and not sleeping well but it didn’t stop me from trying and trying I did.

The comp started on Saturday and Jeff was the announcer. The women went first and there was 14 of us. The comp was held in Hole number 5 which is a fun hole but shallow and I always struggle in shallow holes. I hit the bottom and have a mini heart attack each time especially since the boat was not mine and I’m really good at hitting the bottom! I was the only Wave Sport paddler that was in a Wave Sport boat. Devon Barker-Hicks is a new Team Wave Sport member but didn’t get her boat yet. I was able to make it into finals in 5th place, then Jessie Stone, Jessica Yurtinas, Courtney Kerin , and Sage Donnelly. Yes, a 12 year old beat all of us two days in a row. What can I say she’s at her home spot, super competitor, and really good kayaker, she’s been paddling as long as I have so there were no surprises.

The men went next and I was a judge and they all had really goods rides. We had finals on the same day just at 6pm so after the men finished prelims and semis we had a little break. I went back to my room and slept for about an hour. I was starting to feel really run down by that point. I set my alarm for 5pm and was up and getting ready for finals. I think I drank 20 gallons of water that day and still felt dehydrated.

I showed up for finals and wasn’t able to put anything together except in my 2nd ride which was a mcnasty, air loop, shanked tricks, rock crushing and some flushes. That kept me in 5th place. Jessie was in 4th, Courtney in 3rd and the two local girls placing next, 2nd Jessica Yurtinas, and Sage Donnelly first. Then had to judge men’s finals and Jayson Craig a local destroyed the hole linking a mcnasty and two phonixs monkeys, a back phonix and some other tricks putting him in 1st place, then Nick Troutman in second with another great ride, and Stephen Wright in 3rd with the only blunt mcnastys both ways. By the time we finished finals it was around 8pm. We were supposed to go out for my annual 30th b-day party but dinner finished up by 10:30 I needed to sleep and everyone was spent so we called it a night.

Sunday came way to quick and the SUP race was first starting about 10am. I needed a board and Jeff was able to get me one from NRS called the Tyrant, 9 feet inflatable. It was about a 3 mile race and the first time I was on a board since last year. I managed to only fall in once and fell on the board twice and came in second place. I kept up with Courtney on a Pau Hana Big EZ 11 feet hard board. This race took it all out me. I was cooked the rest of the day. I helped with judging slalom and then took 2 slalom runs that where mostly clean just slow. Then forced myself into boater cross which I’m always way to excited for but had no energy for it and didn’t make it to the next round which was a blessing because I was hurting real bad by that point and stumbled back to my hotel room and slept till 4:30. I made it to the awards at 5pm said goodbye to everyone and Jeff because he was leaving to go to San Fran on business. I got a ride to the airport and took the red eye home. That’s my trip to Reno!

I’m home recovering and starting to feel better. Today I’m going to start training again for Wild Water the Worlds are coming up so I need to be ready for it.