Has anyone been whitewater rafting?

Question

ok. my family is going whitewater rafting soon and i was wondering if it is scary, or if it is really fun?

my mom says that we shouldnt be able to fall out of the raft because it is 16 feet long. is this true?

also, if anyone has any tips for whitewater rafting.. please share!!

thanks! :)

Answer 1

yeah. its really really fun. you cant fall out. unless your like freeking trying to fall out. I loved it. you can even ride on the front. but i wouldnt suggest it. and even if you do fall out it dosnet hurt at all. i think its acutaly fun

Answer 2

ya i have been white water rafting and there shoulndnt be anything that will stop u from having the time of ur life. if ur with a guide just listen to what they say. if your on ur own keep your feet tucked into the divider in the raft really tight . also u have to paddle at the same time as everyone else on ur side of the raft. u might want to buy some of those sunglasses holders that goes around ur neck so u dont lose ur shades.

o ya it is possible to fall out but very unlikely. u still want to wear life vests tho. in the event that u do fall out go down the river on your back with your feet in front of your to fend off any obstacles (rocks, sticks etc). youll want to be in kind of a sitting position. the other people in the raft will help u back in  using a paddle for u to grab onto. seriously tho you will be fine. have fun!!!