River Discovery

River Discovery Offering Idaho outdoor adventures for cancer survivors that inspire, empower & heal.

River Discovery (RD) is an Idaho based non-profit organization that was founded in 2006 by Joe & Fran Tonsmeire. RD seeks to inspire, empower, & heal cancer survivors and their loved ones(of all ages and any diagnosis), through outdoor adventures that strengthen the mind, body & spirit.

Thank you to those that came out for our first River Discovery Paddle Out Cancer (POC) of the season on Saturday! It was...
06/01/2026

Thank you to those that came out for our first River Discovery Paddle Out Cancer (POC) of the season on Saturday! It was a beautiful day on the water. A huge thank you to our POC guide Christine Cegelski, River Discovery Board Member & Trip Alumni. Also a thank you to Idaho River Sports for their partnership and supplying the best gear for POC.

Join us for an upcoming session in June, July, & August! More information here:

Paddle Out Cancer

Join us for a rejuvenating 1-day river adventure on the beautiful Cabarton Run of the Payette River, just outside Banks,...
05/27/2026

Join us for a rejuvenating 1-day river adventure on the beautiful Cabarton Run of the Payette River, just outside Banks, Idaho! Designed especially for cancer survivors, their support or their families, this unforgettable experience is all about fun, connection, and healing—mind, body, and spirit for everyone. This is for the cancer survivor and up to 3 friends/family.

Dates Available: (These will be on a first come basis until full)
- June 22nd
- July 13th
- July 27th
- August 10th

Click Here for more information: https://www.riverdiscovery.org/adventures/healing-waters

Click Here to Register: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLScgb1WgDit35QXogUmo8UKBaaeKktq9uh9lrpJLfOBPKHEfHQ/viewform

Join River Discovery and Idaho River Sports for the Paddle Out Cancer!Dates: May 30th, June 27th, July 25th, August 22nd...
05/26/2026

Join River Discovery and Idaho River Sports for the Paddle Out Cancer!

Dates:
May 30th, June 27th, July 25th, August 22nd

Details:
Visit the River Discovery table when you arrive
10am: Kayak Lesson with Idaho River Sports. Please register via link.
11am: Stand Up Paddleboard Lesson with Idaho River Sports. Register via link.
12:15pm: Just want a social paddle outing? Join River Discovery at the tent for a snack and paddle around Quinn’s with River Discovery volunteers.

Cancer Survivors can use Code SURVIVOR when registering with Idaho River Sports for a free class (sponsored by River Discovery). Classes for guests will be $40.
Link to Register for Kayak Class : https://www.idahoriversports.com/products/beginner-basic-kayak-class?_pos=2&_psq=beginner&_ss=e&_v=1.0
Link to Register for SUP Class: https://www.idahoriversports.com/products/beginner-basic-sup-class?_pos=1&_sid=4c14084ef&_ss=r

*Gear and Rentals: Idaho River Sports provides all rentals. Costs for cancer survivors gear rentals are sponsored by River Discovery so please visit the River Discovery tent for a voucher. You are welcome to bring your own gear.

Visit Here for more information: https://www.riverdiscovery.org/adventures/paddle-out-cancer

Help us with the Idaho Gives last stretch match prize!Idaho Gives Prize Spotlight: The Last Stretch MATCHHow to help Riv...
05/07/2026

Help us with the Idaho Gives last stretch match prize!

Idaho Gives Prize Spotlight: The Last Stretch MATCH

How to help River Discovery win:
All $200 online donations will be matched and will continue until $30,000 total has been matched.

⏰ Match begins May 7 at 6:00pm MT / 5:00pm PT

Give to River Discovery here:

I’m ready to support River Discovery on May 4, 2026 during Idaho Gives 2026. Learn more about River Discovery and all the other organizations participating in Idaho Gives 2026.

FINAL DAY! Support River Discovery for Idaho Gives!Today is the last day to give to River Discovery for Idaho Gives and ...
05/07/2026

FINAL DAY! Support River Discovery for Idaho Gives!

Today is the last day to give to River Discovery for Idaho Gives and we need your support to reach our goal!

For the last 20 years, River Discovery has helped over 300 cancer survivors experience the healing power of nature, feel empowered to try new experiences, and connect with other cancer survivors. These donations are so impactful for us and mean that we get to continue this mission and grow - no donation is too small!

Thank you to all of those that have donated!

Give to River Discovery here: www.idahogives.org/organizations/river-discovery

05/07/2026

Walk with River Discovery for the Flock Cancer Street Stroll on Saturday May 9th! We will have a table at 1505 Harrison Blvd and will meet there between 10:15a-10:30a to start our stroll together. Bring your friends and family and enjoy a beautiful stroll together celebrating cancer survivors!

If you need anything, please call/text me (Christina) at 208-303-0040. See you on Saturday!

Idaho Gives is happening now! River Discovery has raised $3,426 closer to reaching our goal of $12,000 raised for Idaho ...
05/06/2026

Idaho Gives is happening now! River Discovery has raised $3,426 closer to reaching our goal of $12,000 raised for Idaho Gives 2026! A HUGE THANK YOU to those that have donated to River Discovery!

To help us cross the finish line, please consider giving to River Discovery.

You can visit our page here: https://www.idahogives.org/organizations/river-discovery

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P. O. Box 8336
Boise, ID
83706

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