White Salmon Kayak Clinic – Class III/IV Whitewater in Washington

Get ready to step out of your comfort zone!

Step up your whitewater game in the whitewater paradise of White Salmon, Washington! In this 2-day intensive clinic, a team of your favorite Cali Collective and local instructors will help you take your paddling to the next level. We’ll work on bomb-proofing your roll in all conditions, the all-important boof stroke, advanced water reading and scouting, making your downriver moves in control and with confidence, and so much more. Be ready to step outside your comfort zone!

Why White Salmon

The Columbia River Gorge is FULL of awesome rivers to learn and train on. With several rivers within a short drive, we can pick the run that best fits the group and the flows each day. River sections depend on snowpack, weather and water levels. In April, we’re typically able to run sections of the White Salmon, Wind and Hood Rivers.

It’s the perfect place to make the jump from solid Class III to confident Class IV.

What you’ll work on

• Bomb-proof rolling. Rolling in real current, holes and squirrelly water, not just flatwater.
• The boof. Timing, body position and getting over ledges and holes with confidence.
• Water reading and scouting. How to scout, pick your line and make a plan, from shore and from your boat.
• Making your moves. Ferries, eddy catches and boat control when it counts.
• Leadership and safety. Running harder water as a group, with signals and positioning.

Who this clinic is for

This clinic is for paddlers who are solid on Class III and ready to step into Class IV.

Requirements: Participants must be comfortable paddling Class III/IV whitewater or higher, with a consistent roll (90% or better in whitewater).

Not sure if this is the right clinic for you? Read through our Paddling Skill Level Self-Assessment or email us at info@cwwcollective.com. We’re happy to help you figure it out.

Dates and details

• Whitewater III/IV Kayaking Clinic | White Salmon, WA | 2 days | April 2027, dates TBA
• Includes: 2 days of professional instruction
• Not included: Travel, lodging/camping, food, kayak and paddling gear
• Meeting spot: Meeting location confirmed upon registration

All prices per person are subject to a 7% Government Use and Service fee.

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Add a day of private coaching

Want more time on the water? Our coaches are available for 1-on-1 and small group instruction. Email info@cwwcollective.com for details.

Getting there and where to stay

White Salmon is in the Columbia River Gorge, just across the river from Hood River, Oregon. The closest major airport is Portland (PDX).

Lodging and camping are available in the White Salmon area.

What to bring

• Kayak (with 2 stern floatbags)
• Paddling gear: drysuit, helmet, PFD, paddle, sprayskirt, drybag, throwbag
• Camping gear (tent, sleeping bag, camp kitchen necessities, tarp for rainy weather)
• Rain jacket and warm, comfortable clothes for camp. April in the Gorge can be cold and wet.
• Food
• Water bottle

Good to know

Students under 18, please contact us BEFORE REGISTERING for prior approval. Please review our cancellation policy before booking.