In November 2024, a pivotal collaboration unfolded between the Whitewater Rescue Institute (WRI) and India’s premier outdoor expedition firm, Aquaterra Adventures. WRI instructors Ben Schmidt […]
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A Call to the Currents: Five Ways to Champion Our Nation’s Lifelines This World Nature Conservation Day
By Alice Broderick | July 23, 2026 As the global community approaches World Nature Conservation Day on July 28, the urgency of protecting our planet’s […]
Navigating the Currents: Enhancing Swiftwater Safety in Costa Rica
In the rugged, tropical landscapes of Costa Rica, where whitewater rivers are the lifeblood of a thriving tourism industry, the margin for error is razor-thin. […]
Navigating New Currents: The Whitewater Rescue Institute’s Transformative Expedition to India
In November 2024, the Whitewater Rescue Institute (WRI) embarked on a mission that bridged continents and cultures. Instructors Ben Schmidt and Sam Johnston traveled to […]
Navigating the Currents: Montana River Guides Ushers in Peak Season on the Alberton Gorge
As the snowpack in the high country continues its seasonal retreat, the Clark Fork River has transformed into the beating heart of outdoor recreation in […]
Navigating New Currents: A Transformative Expedition with the Whitewater Rescue Institute in India
Introduction: Bridging Oceans Through Safety In November 2024, the Whitewater Rescue Institute (WRI) embarked on a mission that transcended simple technical training. Instructors Ben Schmidt […]
Guardian of the Currents: Mobilizing for World Nature Conservation Day
By Alice Broderick | July 23, 2026 As the global community approaches World Nature Conservation Day on July 28, the conversation surrounding environmental stewardship has […]
Navigating New Currents: The Whitewater Rescue Institute’s Transformative Expedition to India
In the world of professional river guiding, the ability to mitigate risk is just as vital as the ability to navigate a rapid. Recognizing the […]
Navigating New Currents: The Whitewater Rescue Institute’s Transformative Expedition to India
In the world of professional river guiding, safety is the cornerstone upon which every expedition is built. Recognizing that the language of swiftwater rescue is […]
