• We whitewater raft rain or shine. Cancellation of a trip is unlikely, but if we feel forced to, for any reason, we reserve the right to do so.

• In the event of abnormal weather conditions, we reserve the right to shorten or lengthen the scheduled section of a river to be run on any given day. If water levels on the river are abnormally high, or low, we reserve the right to switch the river we run on any given day.

• If weather prohibit any other activities safety, we have the right to cancel.  We will do our best to reschedule within your reservation if possible. Refund will not be issued for any activity or lodging in the case of weather.  

On a Northern Outdoors paddle raft trip, everyone powers the raft, working as a team with a guide. For your safety and ours, no alcohol or drugs are permitted either before, or during the trip. While Northern Outdoors makes every attempt to minimize the chance of an incident or accident during your adventure, all participants must understand that due to the nature of these sports there is an element of danger present at all times. Everyone is required to sign a participation agreement form before taking part in any adventure. This form is binding and, when signed, you accept responsibility for any injuries or losses that may occur while on a trip with Northern Outdoors. Everyone under 18 must have a form signed by a parent or legal guardian. 

Many people have had little or no experience with white water rafting. We give a short practice instruction session before all of our adventure trips. Under most circumstances, if you are in reasonably good health, then you should have no problem enjoying a trip with Northern Outdoors. However, it should be noted that on rare occasions rafts do capsize and/or guests can be swept overboard. In such situations your guide will make every attempt to assist, but your physical condition should be such that you can ‘self help’ and ‘float it out’ without further endangering yourself and others. We recommend checking with your Physician prior to participation. 

CELL PHONES: There is no reception/or very limited service in The Forks region.  Adults will be taking photos during the duration of the trip and will be sharing them digitally with families after we return.  We suggest that cell phones be left at home.  If a student chooses to bring a cell phone, they will be collected and returned during the trip back to WJHS. Please remember that the school is not responsible for any electronic devices that students bring on the trip.  

• Students will be allowed to use their phones on the bus ride to and from Northern Outdoors. 

• Upon arrival, students will need to give their phones to their chaperone. Chaperones will keep the phones in the locked adult cabin. 

• Should you need to contact your child, you can do so using the contact information listed on this site. 

• If you or your child is uncomfortable with the phone being left with the chaperone, please keep your phones at home. 

• Please leave your smart watches at home.