Testimonials

“What just might be the best commercial rafting company in North America. The trips are spectacular beyond description, the guides are the best of the best, the food is incomparable, and the customers are treated like royalty.”

 

To all our past and present guests – Thank You!  At the end of every year we sift through the emails and the photos from all of you and it never fails to give us goose bumps, it never fails to make us happy (and a little sad), and it never fails to remind us of the power and beauty of our wild places and, even more importantly, of the unique and remarkable people we are lucky enough to spend time with on the river every season.

So, with your continued support, wonderful personalities, and adventurous spirits we will continue to keep and attract the best guides anywhere. We will continue to reshape the way river travel is run and to work towards setting the standard in trip quality and environmental responsibility. And we will continue to run rivers and add adventures that are the best in their class and that are off the beaten path.

To all past and present guests a huge –

“THANK YOU!”

For those who have not been on a rafting trip with us below are some highlights and then a rolling list of testimonials as they come in from our guests. You can also check out TripAdvisor.com and Yelp.com for even more. Enjoy!


  • Rogue River Rafting

    "What a blissful journey it was with you three....so much gratitude for taking us on such an outstanding adventure! -Sascha "
  • Rogue River 1/2 Day

    "Hello Pete, Thank you to the whole of Momentum for organizing a splendid river adventure. My son, husband and I returned Sunday from the Rogue Wilderness Lodge trip and it was the highlight of our summer. My son is turning 15 this fall and is athletic and adventurous by nature but had no idea how much fun and challenge he was going to have. He smiled the entire trip, as did Phillip and I. The beauty of the Rogue and the Siskiyou Mountains was a feast for the senses. We saw animal life that we'd hoped to see (bear, mink, fox, otters, orange crayfish, water turtles, bald eagles, osprey) that we just don't have in Palo Alto, California. The white water was terrific for beginners (quickly turned intermedieates) and provided extended excitement and challenge for Phillip and Chris particularly when they learned to surf. Once they slipped into the inflatables (first day) they never returned to the raft. The lodges were the perfect choice for us, and we loved both of them for different reasons. If a person can't love Paradise, then life really is hopeless. The lodge was beautiful and spacious itself but it wasn't just the comfortable accommodations that made it special - the entire property cradled us in it's serene and natural beauty and provided a dreamy ending to a dreamy day. Let me gush about your guides for a moment. Alan led the trip and Mike guided our supply boat. They are two of the most wonderful mentors we could have hoped to lead us on the river. Alan's knowledge is deep and wide; his demeanor matched the serenity of the surroundings which caused us to pay attention to both the wilderness history and the rules he imparted while on his boat. He was not just a guide, he was a wonderful teacher and successfully shared his palpable love of this stretch of the Rogue. I'd even go so far as to say he possessed a little magic about him: twice he got us on hikes up tributaries that ended in these river pools the likes of which you see in National Geographic, and he did so just before other bigger groups arrived. We came upon these pools as if we were the only humans in the region which added a special "just for you" quality to the hikes. Mike could not have been more delightful. He too was profoundly knowledgeable. His ease, grace, humor, and willingness to share his love of rafting captured our imaginations for hours. Chris decided he looked like the movie character, Wolverine, and he was given this moniker for our trip. Your care and attention to our meals was evident and greatly appreciated. Your thoughtful approach to reducing our impact on the wilderness is deeply appreciated and respected. It's better than nice knowing we may have had little negative impact on the river. Your drivers at the take out were courteous and again, engaging. Oh yes, I realize you cannot predict what groups will get along when paired together for three days - sometimes it works and sometimes not. Well, we loved the Seymour family and all eight of us got on beautifully which of course added to the expansive joy experienced by all. From my initial contact with your company throughout our time with you, my/our experience was superlative. We have been and will continue telling everyone we come into contact with what a special encounter we had and to investigate Momentum. Thank you so very much. fondly, rpm "
  • Rogue River 1/2 Day

    "We had a great time and really enjoyed running the Rogue with you guys! We look forward to doing another river trip with you as you all made the trip alot of fun....we definitely had the best guides on the river to share the experience with. Enjoy the rest of your summer! -Peter, Alison and Alec "
  • Rogue River 1/2 Day

    "Thank YOU both -- and Pete -- for a fantastic trip. I'm sending a family your way in August... they have a younger daughter, so may need to opt for the Klamath trip, but keep an eye out for the Baldwin family for us :) "
  • Rogue River 1/2 Day

    "Hi Alan, We really enjoyed you as our guide too. And now that we're freshly arrived home (to 95 degree humidity), we're missing OR a lot! We had a fabulous time and hope to return some day. "
  • Rogue River 1/2 Day

    "We loved the trip. You and Katy were awesome. When I get back to my laptop will be giving you and the company highest marks!"
  • Rogue River 1/2 Day

    "There were 5 of us, a family reunion of sorts, and we continue to talk about this trip a week later. Our group ranged from a first timer, to very experienced, and it was a good fit for all. We took a 1/2 day trip down the Rogue River, and it was worth every penny spent, and every second of time spent. From the making of reservations with Robyn, to Jason's great guide down the river, to the goodies provided at the end, everything was first class. I have been on many raft trips, on many rivers, and Jason was one of the best I've ever encountered. Not only was he an expert about the river, but he was also great at reading the personalities of each individual, and ensuring that everyone was included in conversation, and that everyone enjoyed the trip. Thanks again to all of you. Pat Cahill"
  • Rogue River 1/2 Day

    "Thanks, Adam! We had a great time and bought a few pics from Jeff! Hope to go river rafting again soon! Best, Nicole "
  • Rogue River 1/2 Day

    "Alan, We all had a great time and enjoyed your company along the way. "
  • Rogue River 1/2 Day

    "Thanks Adam we had a great time. Next time we will go for the longer trip on the Klamath. "
  • Rogue River 1/2 Day

    "Mike, You were the best. Our next trip will be with you - the sooner the better. Cheers! Sheri"
  • Rogue River 1/2 Day

    "Alan, Jason, Mike and Adam, Many thanks to all of you for making an overcast, cold day a great rafting day in spite of all the challenges. You can be assured that I will keep a trip with Momentum on the schedule for the Germans in the years to come. Danke! Debora McCreedy "
  • Rogue River 1/2 Day

    "We had a wonderful Rogue trip in August with Anthony while visiting Oregon Shakespeaer Festival. Excellent logistics with Medford pick-up right at our hotel. I recommend Momentum staff, Anthony, and this trip as a perfect add-on to any summer visit to the Ashalnd festival. The Petersens "
  • Rogue River 1/2 Day

    "Gentlemen, Thank you all for a magical experience! I look forward to receiving photos from my fellow rafters so I can share pictures with my clients. I am waxing eloquent regarding the Momentum Experience and trust you will soon be flooded by eager, future paddlers. I still have afew brochures and cards left but will need more by next week....I could pick them up from the Swirley Girl. I truly had a fabulous time. sincerely, Lezlie Green "
  • Rogue River 1/2 Day

    "Very good instructor, gave us lots of historical background of the areas and was very knowledgeable. The rafting was great, refreshing, and the best part was at the end of the trip...its a suprise"
  • Rogue River Rafting

    "We had an awesome time and were impressed with ever thing about our trip down the Rogue. The guides were all extremely knowledgeable, safety-minded, interesting and caring. I cannot think of one reason to look for a different outfitter if we do another trip! "
  • Rogue River 1/2 Day

    "Anthony, We had a great time! You are a fantastic guide. I really appreciate the your emphasis on fun without sacrificing safety. Your expertise made the day. Thomas and I will figure out a way to get back down there for the Klamath trip, probably next year. We'll definitely go with Momentum and ask for you. "
  • Rogue River 1/2 Day

    "Pete - wanted to tell you how much we enjoyed the trip and the terrific side expeditions. It was all great. Especially wanted to thank you all for the wine tasting - it was really fun and the wine and cheese were delicious - April's did a really nice job - and so did Adam as our wine guide. It was a special treat. We all got a lot of fun and pleasure out of it. "
  • Rogue River 1/2 Day

    "Thank you for your kind email sent after our afternoon on the Rogue with you. Henya and I had an absolutely wonderful trip with you as our guide. Your skills as river rafter, congenial host, and fun companion are superb! I will most certainly recommend you, and Momentum, to friends. Thanks! "
  • Rogue River 1/2 Day

    "Hi Alex, Adam and Rachel: Thank you! What a fantastic trip. You guys were great. Thanks for all trips and also for the tips on the hiking trail. It seems like the philosophy was to go out of the way to make sure that everyone got to do something special that they liked. You all sure work hard. I can't tell you what a treat it is not to have to cook and clean. I think that's almost my favorite part. So hope you all have a good year. Tell Alex good luck with school and I'm sure all the 6th graders are eagerly awaiting his return. Good luck to Adam and Rachel with traveling and exploring the world. Thanks again to all. It was a memorable experience. "