On January 26, a group of four seasoned instructors from the Whitewater Rescue Institute (WRI)—Paul Heffernan, Matt O’Reilly, Frank Preston, and Cody Harris—embarked on an […]
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Innovations in Rapid Response: Evaluating HARBO’s Lightweight Boom Technology for Inland Waterways
In the high-stakes world of inland oil spill response, time is the ultimate currency. Every minute lost between the initial report of a spill and […]
Fastwater Spill Response: A Comprehensive Protocol for Inland Oil Decontamination
Main Facts: The Critical Necessity of Immediate Decontamination In the high-stakes environment of inland oil spill response, the speed and efficiency of decontamination protocols are […]
Navigating the Frozen Frontier: Advanced Protocols for Inland Spill Response in Winter Conditions
The challenge of environmental remediation is significantly magnified when the thermometer drops. Inland spill response—the act of containing and cleaning up oil or hazardous materials […]
Between a Rock and a Wet Place: Why Your Commercial Pin Kit is Likely Failing You
In the high-stakes world of river running, the "pin"—a situation where a raft or kayak becomes wedged against an obstacle by the force of moving […]
Navigating New Currents: The Whitewater Rescue Institute’s Transformative Expedition to India
In November 2024, a pivotal collaboration unfolded on the banks of the sacred Ganga and the thunderous Brahmaputra. Ben Schmidt and Sam Johnston, lead instructors […]
Summer on the Clark Fork: Alberton Gorge Offers Prime Conditions for Adventure and Education
Main Facts: A Season of Transition on the River As the spring runoff subsides and the long, sun-drenched days of a Montana summer take hold, […]
Into the Heart of the Marañón: Lessons in Survival from the Amazon Headwaters
Executive Summary: A Near-Catastrophe in the Inner Gorge In March 2026, a self-supported expedition led by Sam Johnston—a veteran lead guide at Montana River Guides […]
Mastering the Rapids: Elevating Swiftwater Rescue Standards in Costa Rica
In the world of professional whitewater rafting, the difference between a routine excursion and a life-threatening crisis is often measured in seconds. Recognizing the inherent […]
