Junior Guides Rafting Summer Camp

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Junior Guides Rafting Summer Camp More than a rafting camp—a river family. Kids 6–16 raft exciting whitewater by day, then gather for skits, games, and campfires with their families by night.

Nonprofit with scholarships, teen expeditions, camp counselors, interns Our summer day camps teach river safety and provide fun for youth, ages 6-18, how to safely play on our most dynamic playground, the South Fork American River. We value adventure, teamwork and leadership

Program designers, river guides, and parents Sarah and the late founder Spencer Rubinfield want to share river culture with you. We strive to instill these values in our own children and our program:
•ADVENTURE Nothing beats being on the river during the warmest part of summer. Who doesn’t enjoy the splash of cool water and the thrill of running rapids? It is our hope are that our programs will instill a love of nature and adventure that last a lifetime.
•TEAMWORK Rafting is a team sport. The entire river trip requires the cooperation of the group. Our on water activities and games encourage cooperation, build confidence and ultimately enhance self-esteem. Lasting friendships are formed when people play outside together and have a shared sense of purpose.
•LEADERSHIP Because the river is a dynamic system, leaders are needed to model safe water behaviors. We help students create a voice, incorporate feedback from their peers, and learn to communicate in a respectful way, as they direct their teammate’s actions in the raft. Our dynamic program is designed for individuals with basic swimming skills, who have little or a lot of rafting experience, who desire fun and camaraderie with other folks in the Coloma Lotus valley. Our Jr. Guides Summer Programs take into account varied skill sets, and support you at your level. For example, younger campers will spend more time tossing Frisbees while floating downstream, while older ages will get increased time spent steering the raft.

10/20/2026
Teamwork In Action
10/20/2026

Teamwork In Action

Our greatest success is developing Youth Leaders: Camp Counselors serve up river fun!
10/18/2026

Our greatest success is developing Youth Leaders: Camp Counselors serve up river fun!

Jr Kayaker Program a WIN!
10/17/2026

Jr Kayaker Program a WIN!

Pure Summer Joy!
10/15/2026

Pure Summer Joy!

River Days are the Best Days
10/12/2026

River Days are the Best Days

Making Memories Summer 2026
10/11/2026

Making Memories Summer 2026

Makeup on the river? The Ducks rock colorful Zinc sunscreen: Great SPF, fun colors, and totally stylish!
08/08/2026

Makeup on the river? The Ducks rock colorful Zinc sunscreen: Great SPF, fun colors, and totally stylish!

We love our Senior Guides! The experience they provide for campers on the river is really what makes Junior Guides speci...
08/05/2026

We love our Senior Guides! The experience they provide for campers on the river is really what makes Junior Guides special. From knowing the secret swim spots to pulling kids back into the raft (again), our Senior Guides are truly the best of the best, and they do it all with a smile!

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Coloma, CA
95613

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+19166162317

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