DRUM ROLL PLEASE……… We have the WINNER of WEEK 2 in our “Capture the Rapture” photo contest! It’s not getting any easier to judge, keep those entries coming in folks, there is a DREAMBOAT TO WIN and anything is possible!!! Without further delay… the WINNER is Chris S. from Fort Collins, CO with this fantastic entry. We really felt this spoke to the theme of our contest, the things we all do to get that sweet spot on our favorite rivers! Congratulations Chris, you have won a $100 Gift Certificate to spend on more beloved river gear. In Chris’s words;
“The Pit River in Northeastern California is fully plumbed. There are a number of dams, tunnels, and powerhouses that harness the river's flow. Releases only occur a few times a year, and when they do, kayakers flock to the river to catch the flow. Pit River Falls is the climax of the run, with the entire river boiling over the edge of a lava formation. There are two common routes that kayakers negotiate: a relatively easy slide route, and a 40 foot falls. Given the number of kayakers that run the falls, the drop is relatively forgiving, although there has been at least one helicopter rescue because of an injury. The falls make for a dramatic setting to catch the action.” We have goose bumps just reading that description and thinking about making that drop!! Nice work Chris
“The Pit River in Northeastern California is fully plumbed. There are a number of dams, tunnels, and powerhouses that harness the river's flow. Releases only occur a few times a year, and when they do, kayakers flock to the river to catch the flow. Pit River Falls is the climax of the run, with the entire river boiling over the edge of a lava formation. There are two common routes that kayakers negotiate: a relatively easy slide route, and a 40 foot falls. Given the number of kayakers that run the falls, the drop is relatively forgiving, although there has been at least one helicopter rescue because of an injury. The falls make for a dramatic setting to catch the action.” We have goose bumps just reading that description and thinking about making that drop!! Nice work Chris