Before you hit the river, brush up on your rafting safety

by Christy Solo – Editor

With perfect rafting weather here in the Rogue Valley, now is the time for our annual rafting safety reminder!

After all, we have “Rogue” right there in the name of our river!

Regardless of your level of expertise in swimming, boating and rafting, please, keep reading.

No amount of swimming skill can prevent Cold Shock Response, “A sudden unexpected fall into cold water causes an involuntary gasp (or torso) reflex.”