A new set of regulations designed to help prevent bear problems takes effect in three days, on July 1st. To learn more, read Jackson Hole Daily's article: http://bit.ly/wcOsI

Today's Weather: High of 78, Low of 42. CFS (Cubic feet per second) is at 12,200. Awesome day to go rafting!

River Runner of the Week - Molly Morse

Name: Molly Morse
Where are you from: New Orleans, LA
What brought you to Jackson: We thought it would be a good idea to visit my pops.
What other activities do you have planned: I'm going to ride my new horse. We went to Yellowstone and say geysers and animals. We went to the Chuckwagon and tonight we are going to the Rodeo.
Who was your guide today: Wayne
Did you paddle: Yes, I liked it it.
What was your favorite part: I liked the underwater waterfall at the Champagne rapid. That was really cool!

River Runner of the Week

Meet this week's River Runner of the Week:

Name: Riley Morse
Where are you from: New Orleans, LA
What brought you to Jackson: We're visiting my pops. He lives here.
What other activities do you have planned: We went to Yellowstone and saw some deer and a moose and the geysers.
Did you do scenic or whitewater: Whitewater
Who was your guide: Wayne
Did you paddle? Was it fun? : Yes, my Dad let me try. It was fun.
What was your favorite part about rafting today: The waterfall!

Don't miss out on this great deal: whitewater rafting, horseback riding and two nights lodging in JACKSON HOLE from just $329/person! http://bit.ly/9fOOHI

Although we often spot moose on the banks of the Snake River, a moose was spotted in the Mad River parking lot last Thursday around midnight! Say what?

Employee of the Week

Meet Will Bryant.

Where are you from?

Atlanta, Georgia

What do you do at Mad River?

Guide.

What brought you to Jackson this summer?

All the financial analyst positions available in Jackson.

Favorite part about Jackson?

Winter thunder bumps. Summer- Ferrin's travel.

How did you spend your winter?

Skiing all day in the village working all night in town.

In school? If so, what are you studying?

Graduated May 09' so now I can now pursue my career as a ski bum/ river guide full time.

What are you plans after the summer season?

Start my search for a new job.

What is your ideal adventure?

The one that doesn't cost money.

Favorite moment on the river?

When Gray Hamlin dump trucked me out of the boat in Lunch Counter this year.

If you could have one superhero power, what would it be?

Jedi Mind Trick. Think about it.

Who do you admire at Mad River?

Ryan Mertaugh. Have you seen those dreads?

What sweet skills do you have?

I can tap my head and rub my stomach at the same time.

What inspires you?

Life, liberty, and the pursuit of happiness.

River Runner of the Week

Name: Allison Vangrinsven
Where are you from: Westchester PA
What brought you to Jackson: We usually go to Cape Cod, but we wanted to go somewhere different this year, so we decided to come to Jackson Hole.
What other activities do you have planned during your stay: We went to Yellowstone, Grand Teton National Park. We went horseback riding and hiking.
Camping or Lodging: We are staying at a hotel.
Scenic or Whitewater: Today we are doing both!
Who was your guide: We had Paul on the scenic and I don't know who we'll have on the whitewater yet.
What was your favorite part of rafting so far today: I liked seeing the Tetons today with all the snow on them. That was pretty cool. Also, Paul let us try to steer the boat so we got to try the oars. I liked that.

cfs on river jumped from 17,900 to 18,600 in less than 30 minutes! Here's why and what's to come! http://bit.ly/bHq7JN

Two river otters spotted just above Sheep Gulch!

Bald eagle spotted on the 8:30am scenic trip. What have you seen on the Snake River?

The river level is rising each hour! Now at 15,700 CFS

River Runner of the Week.

Meet Michael Crawford, our River Runner of the week for June 1st.


Where are you from?
Tuscaloosa, Alabama, but I'm currently residing in Jackson, WY.


What brought you to Jackson?
Work and play.


What other activities do like to do in Jackson?
Fly fishing, being on the river, camping, and hiking.


Camping or lodging?
Camping.


Scenic or Whitewater?
Whitewater, because it's more involved and you get wet.


Who was your guide?
Ryan M. He was very knowledgeable and made it pleasant with his personality. He also went out of his way to get to know passengers, and it meant a lot to his customers.


Did you paddle? Did you enjoy it?
Yes, I paddled in the front left and it was hard paddling.

What was your favorite part of your rafting experience?
The view was amazing along with the hospitality of the employees.

Employee Spotlight

Meet our employee of the week, Joseph Pinkard.

Where are you from?
Lynchburg, VA

What do you do at Mad River?
River Guide.

What brought you Jackson this summer?
The Great Recession.

How did you spend your winter?
Skiing.

In school? If so, what are you studying?
Anthropology.

What are you plans after the summer season?
Shoot ducks.

What is your ideal adventure?
Mexico.

Favorite moment on the river?
Being with friends.

Who do you admire at Mad River?
Grey Hamlin.

If you could have on superhero power, what would it be?
To be able to fly.

What sweet skills do you have?
I'm tall.

What inspires you?
Food.

River Runner of the Week

Tom Leach, was our River Runner of the Week for May 28th.

Where are you from?
Westport, Massachussets

What brought you to Jackson?
Vacation.

What other activities do you have planned during your stay?
Hiking in the Tetons and Yellowstone.

Camping or Lodging?
Lodging.

Scenic or Whitewater?
Both, scenic for a grand introduction to Jackson area; Whitewater for the thrill of a lifetime.

Who was your guide?
Ian with Chris and Jessica.

Did you paddle? Did you like paddling?
Yes, it is the only way to experience the river.

What was your favorite part of your rafting experience?
Hitting the rapids.