Self Guided Babine?

Well, like most of you, I once again struck out on permits and am looking for other options.

Has anyone done a self guided Babine Trip? We live in NW washington and would plan to drive to Smithers and depart from there. Specifically looking for if anyone had any input into raft rental outfits and possible shuttles? From my hour or so of research doesn't look like there is much in the way of easy logistics.

Same question for the Chilk/Chilcotin run.

Our crew has a good bit of experience on SW, PNW and AK rivers but would also be open to have someone else tag along if there was interest.

Best,

Matt