A Message for Mothers

Greetings to all Mom’s!

As co-owner of ROW, I've been sharing life-enriching experiences with our special guests for over 20 years. As a woman, and mother of two, I know you have unique concerns and questions. Whether it's one of our whitewater rafting trips, a canoe adventure, hiking tour, family vacation, or spiritual retreat, rest assured that our goal at ROW is to make your vacation with ROW as memorable and as comfortable as possible.

I've raised my two children on the rivers, lakes and forests of the Northern Rockies and our time in nature has always been the most special time we've spent together. I believe that unless we maintain our connection to, and understanding of, nature, there is little hope for the future of our planet. That's why we developed our "Family Magic™" rafting program on Idaho's Salmon River. For over 15 years we've been providing other mothers the same opportunity to take their family into the wilderness without needing to have the skills, special equipment and time required to plan such an adventure on their own. For those who prefer lodge accommodations, we also offer our Family Adventure Camp at our River Dance Lodge on the banks of the Clearwater River in Idaho.

You may also find that one of our River Soul Journeys offers the healing tonic you need. These spiritual retreats, offered for women only, or in a co-ed format, combine yoga, journaling and meditation along with the magic of the river environment to allow you to discover your true, powerful and real self.

Your security is our highest priority. Our attentive, intuitive office staff will help you choose a suitable trip and prepare you with detailed information on what to bring and how to pack. All our adventures begin with a thorough safety orientation. Our professional rafting guides are well-trained, knowledgeable and experienced and share our concerns about your comfort and security.

So many of us live lives filled with demanding days at work, mothering, volunteering and managing a household and many of our kid’s activities. You deserve, and need, a vacation that relieves you of these responsibilities and allows you to rejuvenate your body and soul. That's why we bring many of the comforts of home with us. Our luxury camps are set up in advance by your guides. When your group arrives each afternoon, tents are already set up along with dining tables and chairs. Sun showers provide a cleansing refreshing lift at the end of your day. Our kitchen crew creates healthy, delicious meals, clears the table and washes all the dishes.

We address sanitary issues as best as we can respecting the wilderness environment. Portable toilets are placed in their own tent to provide you with privacy. Our hand-wash system with a custom-made foot pump provides running water. Our guide staff at ROW includes women to make sure your questions can be addressed by someone who knows and understands your special needs.

I invite you to call our office. Candy and Laurie, ROW's stellar adventure consultants and mothers themselves, are ready to listen and help you choose the perfect vacation.

My hope is that your time with ROW will open up doors of discovery, windows to your life's special meaning and, create memories that you will take with you to heaven.

Most Sincerely,
Betsy Bowen
Co-Owner - ROW