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It's important to be prepared for your Grand Canyon rafting vacation. You may encounter all types of weather and conditions. Planning ahead and having the proper gear will ensure you have a safe and enjoyable river rafting experience.Through several decades of experience on the river, Western knows what clothing and gear will keep you smiling every second of your adventure. Please see the spring and late fall items on the packing list if you are traveling in April, May, late August or September. A 'dry top' or paddling jacket is recommended in addition to your rain gear tops and bottoms. On very cool or wet days it will provide additional comfort.
Here are two reasonably priced options from NRS (Northwest River Supply) to look at:
For your convenience, you can find all the other items on the packing list online with Western's retail division, Red Rock Outfitters.
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Get a better idea of each of the items on your Grand Canyon 6 or 7 Day packing list. See an example of each item and understand why we recommend you pack it for the river.
Choosing the right camera for whitewater rafting is an important decision. With so many options out there, we discuss the pros and cons of the more common cameras we see on the river.
Western River Expeditions sent two of our intrepid guides to answer the question once and for all: "What is Quality Rain Gear and Why Do I Need it?"
Packing for your Grand Canyon rafting vacation is a bit different than your standard vacation, but it's fairly simple. Just pack the items from our packing list into a duffel bag and we'll take care of the rest. A few pictures show the recommended duffel and the water-resistant bags Western River will supply to you.
