Rafting Whitewater- What to bring to the American River!
Many of our guests ask what to bring when rafting whitewater here on the American River at the Mother Lode River Center. To help out – we’ve put together a list of the things you definitely do not want to forget! Waterproof camera– this may be the last bastion of the cheap, disposable waterproof camera! […]
California Whitewater Rapid Classification Guide
Class II, III, IV … what does it all mean? If you aren’t familiar with California’s whitewater rapid classification system, you aren’t alone! You may have heard a river guide refer to a certain rapid as a “class three”, or have read online that a certain river is a “class IV run”. Here’s an easy […]
Guide School – A Rookie’s Perspective
At the beginning of the week, some of us wouldn’t have known a wave train if it pulled into the station. Others could already j-stroke in their sleep. But all of us left guide school looking at the river differently. The dazzlingly skilled instructors let us learn a lot by keeping their mouths shut and […]
Creme Brule French Toast
As promised, here is the Creme Brulee French Toast Recipe!! Ingredients; 1 Stick (1/2 Cup) Unsalted Butter 1 Cup Brown Sugar (packed) 2 Tablespoons Corn Syrup 6 Slices Texas Toast (Crust Trimmed Off) 1 1/2 Cup Half & Half 1 Tsp. Vanilla 1 Tsp. Grand Marnier (or double Vanilla to 2 tsp) Directions In small […]
