Sonoma County's Best Eco-Adventure
Reservations required

RAFTING ON THE RUSSIAN
707-433-5599

Perfect for families of all ages.
Ideal day getaway for couples.
We are dog-friendly!

"We've tried the other canoe rentals and found that EVERYTHING from the new inflatable canoes to the friendly river rats working for Russian River Adventures made for the best day on the river EVER!"

"This is the best place to take a date during the summer!"

These are just a few of the comments that we have received from folks who have spent a day with us on the Russian River. It's because we love the river, and we give you an easy day of paddling fun and relaxation, which we call "River Time".

River Time

• Sitting back, putting your feet up on the tubes, and letting the river's gentle current carry you over the river's beautiful cobble.
• Laying across the tubes while your paddling partner occasionally steers the SOAR canoe.
• Seeking out and playing on the rope swings that dot the river bank.
• The variety of birdlife you will encounter: egrets, heron, osprey, kingfisher, ducks, and owls.
• The many refreshing swimming holes along the way.
• The very intimate feel of this section of the Russian.
• Wandering among giant redwoods a short distance from the river.

Why Choose SOAR / Russian River Adventures?

• The most secluded section of Russian River
• Our canoes are more comfortable, more stable, more fun!
• Bring Fido with you in your canoe. He'll love it!
• The best section on the Russian River for seeing birds and wildlife!
• Less paddle time, more time to play in the water, or to hang out on a gravel bar.
• The best family experience on the river.
• We do not overcrowd the river with hundreds of loud, metal canoes.
• Our daily limit is 30 canoes! Come have fun on the river, the way it is meant to be enjoyed.

Start time:
Please plan on arriving at our Healdsburg office at 10 o'clock in the morning. You will launch your canoe about 30 minutes after your arrival at our office. Actual paddle time is approximately 3 hours, and most people usually take a leisurely, fun 4 - 5 hours to complete the trip.

We launch from the base of Memorial Beach Dam, just steps from our office in Healdsburg.

What we provide:

• SOAR Inflatable canoes
• 2 paddles
• Life jackets for all passengers
• 1 dry bag per canoe to keep your personal articles dry
• Return shuttle ride from the take-out at Wohler Bridge back to your car is included

Prices:

Adults - $45.00 per person

Children - (ages 2 - 12) $22.00
Note: Children 12 and under must wear a lifejacket at all times while in a SOAR canoe.

Infants - $22.00
There must be 2 adults in this canoe. The infant must be directly in front of an adult that is a competent swimmer. The other person must be comfortable paddling a canoe / raft. If not, please leave your infant with a sitter.

Dogs - $10 ea.
Dogs must be kept on a leash at all times at our office and in our parking lot. Attention to your dog's physical condition is necessary. Dogs get tired from all of the swimming and running.

Groups: A group of 10 or more adults qualify for a $5 per person discount if one person in the group pays for all members of the group. Individual payments will be charged at the normal rate.

Necessary Gear Checklist:

• Food and beverages. Our rafts can hold coolers up to 45 qts. You will get hungry and thirsty on the river, so plan a picnic lunch. No Styrofoam coolers allowed.
• Strap to hold your sunglasses!!
• Hat and Sunscreen
• Water shoes, Aqua socks, or tennis shoes. Do not go barefoot!
  Flip flops not recommended!

Towels: During the hot summer months, we recommend you leave your towel in the car for when you return.

Cell Phones: We request that each party have at least one cell phone on the river, and stored in the dry bag. You will use your cell phone to call us at a specified landmark, which alerts us to your arrival at the end of the river trip.

Food: Pack a picnic or pick up lunch in Healdsburg. A couple of suggestions:

• A&M Market around the corner from us can whip up a delicious, fresh deli sandwich. It's a good place for beer, water, ice, etc.
• On the Plaza, you can get great picnic food at the Oakville Grocery and Center St Deli.
• Order from us! We'll order a wonderful lunch for you from a local deli, pack a cooler for you and stock it w/ cool non-alcoholic drinks. You are welcome to bring your own beer and / or wine. Price: $15.00 per person. Group discounts available.

Guides: Our guides are part naturalist / part river guide / part fun guide. They are available to take your kids down the river while you visit wineries. Our guides know the best places to swim and of course where all the rope swings are. If you a grown up who acts like a kid and wants a guide to accompany you, we'll be glad to send a guide down stream with you. Guides: $120 per day

SOAR Store: We have renovated an old dilapidated cable car circa 1940 and turned it into our new Russian River Adventures Welcome Center. From it we are NOW offering most of the necessary gear including: water sox, sunscreen, underwater cameras, waterproof bags ( for cell phones / PDA's / cameras ), lip balm, towels, sunglasses, sunglass savers, wide brimmed shade hats, ball caps and men's and women's tanks and tee's! If you don't have time to get any of the necessary gear before you leave, We now have it for you.

Directions:

From the south of Healdsburg, take highway 101 north. Exit at the first Healdsburg exit (Healdsburg Avenue). At the bottom of the exit, go right. Go past the metal canoe rental company and cross over the Russian River Bridge. We are ½ block down on the right hand side. You will see a sign for 'Golden Bear Financial' . Turn right into the parking lot, and drive to the rear of the lot and pass through the gates. Our office is on your left.

From the north of Healdsburg, take Old Redwood Highway exit (the last Healdsburg exit). Turn left onto Healdsburg Avenue. Continue past the metal canoe rental company and cross over the Russian River Bridge. We are ½ block down on the right hand side. You will see a sign for 'Golden Bear Financial'. Turn right into the parking lot. Our office is on your left.

From Guerneville ( the fast route) head east on Main Street (Hwy 116) at the last stoplight in Guerneville continue straight (Hwy 116 makes a right turn and crosses the Russian River Bridge, DO NOT GO THIS ROUTE.) You are now on River Road continues straight for 13 miles till the next stoplight which is Fulton Road. Make a left turn and drive for 1/4 mile to Hwy 101 North.

Deposit & Refund Policy:

For reservations 2 weeks or more before your trip, full payment will be made at the time of reservation.

For reservations more than 2 weeks before your trip, a 50% deposit will be made at the time of reservation. The balance will be billed to your credit card the evening prior to your departure date.

Full refunds are possible if cancellation is made before 5pm the day before the departure. For groups of 8 or more cancellations must be made 2 days prior to your departure. In case of rain or bad weather, there will be no refunds. We will issue a rain check for a later date of your choosing.

2008 Schedule:

Spring: Please call us for availability prior to Memorial Day.

Summer: We will be open 7 days a week beginning Friday, May 23. We will be CLOSED Wednesday, July 4th 2008.

Fall: We will be open ALL weekends & most weekdays during the month of October.

For Reservations - Call 707 433-5599 Or E-Mail.
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SOAR Inflatables, Inc.
20 Healdsburg Ave.
Healdsburg, CA 95448