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• 08:56, 29 December 2022 RiverRunnersForWilderness talk contribs created page Flip Lines (Created page with "Various ropes or straps may be attached to your dory, raft or cataraft for different uses. Here we discuss '''Belly Bands''', '''Tag Lines''' and '''Flip Lines'''. A '''Belly Band''' is a rope or strap attached to a raft, dory or inflatable kayak that helps anyone get on top of the watercraft in the event of a flip. This rope or strap generally runs from oar-lock to oar-lock under the boat (the belly). It is typically snugged tight against the bottom of the boat to not...")
• 08:55, 29 December 2022 RiverRunnersForWilderness talk contribs created page If you fall in the water… (Created page with "400px|rightHere are a couple of things to think about if you fall in the water… You may find yourself overboard. While clearly you might like to stay in the boat, that doesn’t always happen. The folks in the boat will do well to remember RETHROG. Reach-Throw-Row-Go as the preferred order of retrieval. The boatman will direct rescue from their boat; do what they say. To be pulled into the boat, expect to be grabbed by the should...")
• 08:54, 29 December 2022 RiverRunnersForWilderness talk contribs created page Boat Order (Created page with "Some trips will establish a boat running order and, depending on experience, some may not. Some trips will designate a point or lead boat to take the lead, and a sweep boat to come along last. The point boat is any boat that knows where lunch is, where the camp for the night is, and where the pull-in for scouting rapids and or visiting attraction sites is. The sweep boat should have the satellite phone if the group has one, and the major first aid kit. The sweep boa...")
• 08:54, 29 December 2022 RiverRunnersForWilderness talk contribs created page While on the water… (Created page with "Besides just taking photos and watching the canyon go by, here are a couple of things to rememmber while on the water… Avoid entanglement. Avoid loose lines and loops in or on the boat. Tend the lines and keep them tight. Don't tie yourself in. Keep the boat's straps buckled and shipshape. Double check your tie-downs - tie down everyday as if you expect to flip. Last minute distractions can lead to missing gear in the morning tie-down. If you get on a boat to remove...")
• 08:53, 29 December 2022 RiverRunnersForWilderness talk contribs created page Hand Held Radios (Created page with "What about Hand Held Radios? Some river trips will bring small hand held radios to communicate from boat to boat. Other trips will not want to bring them at all. If your group brings handheld radios, they can be used when the group is spread out to coordinate head count and activities by radio. Remember, there are a number of areas where the river twists and turns, and hand held radio communication is limited. In stretches of the river that are open, if the group is...")
• 08:53, 29 December 2022 RiverRunnersForWilderness talk contribs created page Whistles (Created page with "o what about Whistles? A whistle is a good tool as it allows you to signal to other river runners around you at a distance greater then the human voice can carry, especially around loud whitewater. A small cord can be used to attach a whistle to your PFD, and should be attached in such a way so that you can get to it with one hand. A whistle blast typically means there’s a person in the water, and/or a boat flip. It’s a heads-up signal asking everyone to look arou...")
• 08:52, 29 December 2022 RiverRunnersForWilderness talk contribs created page Hand Signals (Created page with "Hand signals are worth knowing and should be practiced before you need them in a rescue situation. Your trip should agree on a sign language at the start of your trip. If you have comments or additions, mention them. Here is a list of possible hand signals. Not all trips will use all of these. 1. '''Point to safety'''. If you see a rock or a hole or the best run through a rapid, point at the best route, not the danger. 2. '''Are You OK? - I'M OK''' - Pat yourself on...")
• 08:52, 29 December 2022 RiverRunnersForWilderness talk contribs created page River Signals (Created page with "Communicating on the river without using your voice is an important skill, and should be reviewed at the start of your trip. There are various signaling techniques, including using '''Hand Signals''' , '''Whistles''' and '''Hand Held Radios''' . Your group should agree on what certain signals mean. This section covers some basic signals. Your group may modify these signals, but be consistent within your group, and...")
• 08:52, 29 December 2022 RiverRunnersForWilderness talk contribs created page On the Trip Training (Created page with "You might ask yourself who needs 'On the Trip Training'? We all do. At the put-in, you might want to practice hauling yourself onto a boat using a safety line. Know where the rescue throw-bag is on the boat if your trip uses them. Practice un-clipping it and preparing for a throw before an emergency occurs, including practicing throwing the bag. Practice a few throws to someone in the water or standing near you on the beach to get the feel for force and distance. Eve...")
• 08:51, 29 December 2022 RiverRunnersForWilderness talk contribs created page Life Jackets (Created page with "'''What about Life Jackets?''' One of the most important aspects of river safety is your life jacket. All life jackets, also called Personal Flotation Devices (PFDs), will be inspected by Grand Canyon National Park Rangers at the Lee’s Ferry put-in. '''Closely!''' Before we go any farther, here are the Grand Canyon National Park regulations on life jackets from the [http://www.nps.gov/grca/planyourvisit/upload/Noncommercial_River_Trip_Regulations.pdf Non-Commercial...")
• 08:51, 29 December 2022 RiverRunnersForWilderness talk contribs created page Who is in charge? (Created page with "400px|rightSo just who is in charge of River Safety? Well, the boatman is in charge of the boat, behaviors on the boat, and rescues from the boat. In a coordinated rescue, the Trip Leader or River Rescue Leader is in charge. Some trips identify the River Rescue Leader at Lee’s Ferry. Some trips don't think this is needed, due to the level of experience on their trip. The River Rescue Leader should be carrying the major rescue gear. Ultim...")
• 08:50, 29 December 2022 RiverRunnersForWilderness talk contribs created page What to Expect Tomorrow (Created page with "right|400px "SO what are we doing tomorrow?" is a good question for someone to ask every night during dinner. River safety starts with a brief review of the days events, and a brief discussion of what's going to happen tomorrow. A discussion of the next days river plans includes such things as rapids to run, places to see, possible hikes, lunch spot plans and next day camp options. A little evening pre-planning can set the foundati...")
• 08:49, 29 December 2022 RiverRunnersForWilderness talk contribs created page River Safety (Created page with "'''RIVER SAFETY''' River safety on a multi-week river trip is one of the most important aspects of an enjoyable Grand Canyon river trip. The Colorado River through Grand Canyon is different than most other rivers and some safety techniques may be particularly applicable to the Grand. The rapids you will encounter are generally friendly to swimmers but the Colorado is such a big cold river that it is often hard to get to someone quickly. The shore is usually a long wa...")
• 08:49, 29 December 2022 RiverRunnersForWilderness talk contribs created page Bow-line Safety (Created page with "ow-line Safety 500px|right One of the important things to do on a river trip is to be sure your boat is securely tied to shore when no one is in the boat. These boats tied up at the popular Havasu pull-in are tying up to the rocky cliff behind the camera. These bow lines are a real hazard for people walking on the shore past these boats. Try to keep your bow line tied low to the ground to decrease the potential for someone to st...")
• 08:48, 29 December 2022 RiverRunnersForWilderness talk contribs created page Safety Orientation (Created page with "Most river trips will conduct some sort of safety orientation at the Lee's Ferry put-in. This important aspect of the river trip may be easy to skip since the Lee's Ferry Ranger orientation takes up so much time and everyone is eager to get on the river. Do not underestimate the importance of this orientation. A ten minute review of safety before you push away from the ramp may save a life...yours. Some things to cover are: Where is the major first aid kit? Where is...")
• 08:47, 29 December 2022 RiverRunnersForWilderness talk contribs created page On The Water (Created page with "right|500px This chapter includes info on the first day '''Safety Orientation''', '''River Safety''' , '''trip to trip logistics''', daily travel distance, daily end of day briefings about next day activities, '''Rapids''', '''Bow-line Safety''', what if your boat gets away, moonlight floats, scouting, Ferry angle discussion, face your danger...")
• 08:47, 29 December 2022 RiverRunnersForWilderness talk contribs created page The Put-In (Created page with "600px|right Lee's Ferry Arizona is the start for river trips traveling the full length through Grand Canyon. Lee's Ferry is in northeastern Arizona, located roughly 14 miles downstream from Glen Canyon Dam and Page Arizona. Follow the signs to Lee's Ferry from Marble Canyon Arizona on Highway 89A. The boat ramp is at the end of the pavement. There's typically a lot happening at the ramp, and there's not a lot of r...")
• 08:46, 29 December 2022 RiverRunnersForWilderness talk contribs created page The Trip (Created page with "==The Trip== 300px|right500px|right This section covers issues that you will encounter on your journey through Grand Canyon. Topics include '''The Put-In''' (with subsection on '''Safety Orientation'''), '''On The Water''' (with subsections on '''Safety Orientation''', '''River Safety''', and Rap...")
• 08:45, 29 December 2022 RiverRunnersForWilderness talk contribs created page File:Hijack.jpg
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• 08:44, 29 December 2022 RiverRunnersForWilderness talk contribs uploaded File:20061124 1866 last night's campfire at 224 Mile camp.JPG
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• 08:42, 29 December 2022 RiverRunnersForWilderness talk contribs uploaded File:Hazel and Tom at end of 30 day one boat two person trip.jpg
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• 08:40, 29 December 2022 RiverRunnersForWilderness talk contribs uploaded File:Ice along shore at Soap Creek Rapid.jpg
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• 08:39, 29 December 2022 RiverRunnersForWilderness talk contribs uploaded File:Little Boats heading toward Fan Island.jpg
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• 08:37, 29 December 2022 RiverRunnersForWilderness talk contribs uploaded File:Tuckup Point West.jpg
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• 08:34, 29 December 2022 RiverRunnersForWilderness talk contribs uploaded File:20070403 3526 reflections at Upper Unkar 72.4 right.JPG
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• 08:30, 29 December 2022 RiverRunnersForWilderness talk contribs uploaded File:View Downstream Toward 24.5 Mile.jpg
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• 08:27, 29 December 2022 RiverRunnersForWilderness talk contribs uploaded File:Upstream view at Kwagunt scout 56.3 mile left.JPG
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• 07:54, 29 December 2022 RiverRunnersForWilderness talk contribs created page MediaWiki:Sidebar (Created page with "* rafting grand canyon ** Table of Contents|Table of Contents ** The Place|The Place ** The Permit|The Permit ** The Pre-Trip Planning|The Pre-Trip Planning ** The Trip|The Trip ** The Post Trip|The Post Trip ** Resources|Resources ** Appendices|Appendices * navigation ** mainpage|mainpage ** recentchanges-url|recentchanges ** randompage-url|randompage")
• 21:13, 28 December 2022 RiverRunnersForWilderness talk contribs created page Itineraries (Created page with "450px|right As part of your paperwork to be completed before your river trip, the folks at Grand Canyon National Park are going to want you to list the date you intend to pass Phantom Ranch, arrive at Diamond Creek, and if you are going on to South Cove, when you plan to arrive there. In order to figure out where you will be when, some folks will plan out a trip itinerary. This will consist of a list of the proposed places you inte...")
• 21:13, 28 December 2022 RiverRunnersForWilderness talk contribs created page Public Health River Guide (Created page with "This Public Health River Guide has been put together by Matt Walburger, National Park Service Office of Public Health. PUBLIC HEALTH RIVER GUIDE (Recommendations for good health on your self-guided river trip!) FOOD STORAGE, HANDLING, PREPARATION AND SERVICE Storage - Whenever possible, raw Potentially Hazardous Food (PHF*) should be stored in a separate cooler. If this is not possible (e.g. single cooler trips), raw PHF should be stored at the bottom of the cooler in...")
• 21:12, 28 December 2022 RiverRunnersForWilderness talk contribs created page Drinking Water Management (Created page with "Before we get into the fine art of water filtration, let's look at a couple of places to get treated water on your river trip: '''Drinking Water at Lee's Ferry''' There is year-round potable water available at the Lee's Ferry put-in. After the last frost in March or early April, the outside water spigot at Lee's Ferry is turned on. This spigot is located on the west side of the restroom. The restroom is located on the north side of the Lee's Ferry parking lot. Fillin...")
• 21:11, 28 December 2022 RiverRunnersForWilderness talk contribs created page Communication (Created page with "This chapter includes info on planning, coordinating, staying in touch, helping with food pack. == Phantom Ranch River Runners Mail == A stop at Phantom Ranch normally includes water refill, passenger exchanges, phone calls, and a sweet treat at the Cantina, but did you know you can pick up mail there, too? Your friends and family can send you mail in care of the address below. Provided they've mailed it in plenty of time to arrive via muletrain, you can pick it up in...")
• 21:11, 28 December 2022 RiverRunnersForWilderness talk contribs created page Trash and Poop (Created page with "This chapter includes info on trash and Solid Waste Management (which includes info on the Day Tripper), how to deal with trash including grease and a day trash container Encourage everyone to limit the amount of disposable stuff they bring with them. Remove as much packaging from food before it is packed as possible, e.g. box from cereal, plastic rings on six packs. If you don't bring it in, you needn't pack it out. Bring rice sacks or burlap sacks for dry 'clean...")
• 21:10, 28 December 2022 RiverRunnersForWilderness talk contribs created page Cost Sharing (Created page with "right|300pxThe potential permit holder should consider what the trip will cost and who is going to pay for it. Costs include Agency fees and, if the trip takes out at Diamond Creek, Hualapai fees. There are food and gear costs as well, along with rental fees if your group decides to rent gear. Shuttle costs should be considered as well, if your group uses a shuttle service. Trip costs are variable. A two person 30 day winter trip can cost as low as...")
• 21:10, 28 December 2022 RiverRunnersForWilderness talk contribs created page Other Drinks (Created page with "Hot drinks are especially important in winter but it's worth doing a check on participants' preferences before you start to pack. Some folks only drink cold drinks. Check on the caffeine/non-caffeine, sugar, non sugar, fake sugar needs. Many people put a zip lock bag of an assortment of teas, hot chocolate, apple cider in each day box so all of one kind doesn't disappear in the first few days. In summer, electrolyte-replacement powders are handy to have around. One...")
• 21:09, 28 December 2022 RiverRunnersForWilderness talk contribs created page Coffee (Created page with "This section on Coffee has been worked on by Jo Johnson (This woman KNOWS her coffee!) and Ron Radzieta (This man KNOWS his coffee!). These two folks provide different ways to make the BEST cup of river coffee. Elixir of the gods, cuppa joe, liquid ambition...whatever you call it, there is no denying the importance of coffee to enhance social lubrication and trip ambiance. There have been horror stories of trips that ran out of coffee before the trip ended, or worse, so...")
• 21:09, 28 December 2022 RiverRunnersForWilderness talk contribs created page Food Preparation Time (Created page with "Some trips arrive at the put-in with deep-frozen meals they have bought or prepared at home. This can be very useful even if it is just for the first night when everyone is extra tired or only one person really knows their way around the kitchen. Good re-heatable food that can be cooked in a dutch oven includes lasagna, chile rellenos or almost any casserole dish. If it's in a round aluminum foil cook tray it can go as is into a dutch oven. A quicker approach is to take...")