Articles by Zachary Collier
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 Kayaking the Chetco RiverIn the heart of the Kalmiopsis Wilderness in southern Oregon, the little-known Chetco River flows for 55 stunning miles… | Bodies of Water, Kayaking, Natural Wonders, Recreation, Rivers | Oregon Story |
 2013 Upper Clackamas Whitewater FestivalThis May, rafters and kayakers throughout the Northwest will unite for the 30th Annual UpperClackamas River Festival.… | Events, Kayaking, Recreation, Sports Events | Oregon Story |
 2012 Upper Clackamas Whitewater FestivalThe Upper Clackamas Whitewater Festival is an annual gathering for rafters and kayakers from throughout the Pacific… | Bodies of Water, Events, Kayaking, Natural Wonders, Recreation, Rivers, Sports Events, Sustainable Travel, Wellness | Oregon Story |
Is there a local guide for rafting on the North Umpqua River?Yes, there are a few rafting guides on the North Umpqua River. Check out North Umpqua Outfitters, Orange Torpedo Trips,… | Rafting | Ask Oregon |
 Winter Rafting & Kayaking in OregonSome people think we’re crazy for hopping in our kayaks when it’s 35 degrees and drizzling, but if you love… | Kayaking, Rafting, Recreation | Oregon Story |
Any suggestions for Oregon Coastal towns? Taking a drive from Seattle to Portland.If you head west after Portland, I recommend Newport (fishing town) and Yachats (scenic, small,… | Coast | Ask Oregon |
Upper Clackamas Whitewater Festival ReportThe Pacific Northwest’s Upper Clackamas Whitewater Festival is an annual weekend event for members of the… | Oregon Story | |
 Free-Flowing and Mind-Blowing: The Hood RiverThe Columbia River Gorge is chock-full of places to paddle this time of year, when the spring rain and snow melt have… | Oregon Story | |
 Craft Beers and River Trips!Oregon has definitely made a name for herself in the microbrew industry, so it may notcome as a shock that these… | Beer & Breweries, Bodies of Water, Eat & Drink, Family Fun, Natural Wonders, Rafting, Recreation, Restaurants, Rivers | Oregon Story |
 Brews with Views on the Rogue RiverAlong with Crater Lake and Mount Hood, the Rogue River is one of Oregon’s distinct scenic landmarks. It is one of… | Beer & Breweries, Bodies of Water, Camping, Culinary Experiences, Eat & Drink, Natural Wonders, Rafting, Recreation, Rivers, Sustainable Travel | Itinerary |
About Author Zachary Collier
Zach Collier owns Hood River based Northwest Rafting Company. He spends his winters exploring new rivers and summers guiding on the Rogue River. He's paddled and guided trips around the world, but chose to call Oregon home due to the abundance of amazing whitewater rivers.
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