whitewater rafting

British

noun

the sport of rafting down fast-flowing rivers, esp over rapids

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For several years, he worked as an outdoor guide, primarily leading whitewater rafting trips at the Nantahala Outdoor Center in North Carolina.

From Los Angeles Times • Dec. 30, 2025

In her book, Sevigny brings readers along for the whitewater rafting, the near drownings and the gnawing hunger Clover and Jotter experienced on this breathtaking scientific expedition.

From Scientific American • Jun. 5, 2023

“This is an epic whitewater rafting season,” said Deric Rothe, who owns Sierra Whitewater Inc. and has been rafting for decades.

From Seattle Times • May 4, 2023

Whitewater rafting season: After a winter of heavy rain and snow, the ice is melting in California’s mountains, creating dream conditions for whitewater rafting enthusiasts, The Los Angeles Times reports.

From New York Times • Apr. 18, 2023

If this sounds like fun, you’re in luck: California is on the brink of a whitewater rafting season for the ages.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 14, 2023

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