Youth Group Rafting
Hundreds, probably thousands of Youth Groups have joined our family business since 1983. The energy of young adults is always infectious and leads to special days on the river. The kids get geared up before the trip and have a flood of questions about the rapids, the wildlife we might encounter, swimming alongside the raft, splash fights, etc. Our Staff can’t help but be fired up as we prepare for a day with kids that are psyched to be outdoors and looking forward to a new challenge.
Crab Apple’s simple booking process and all-inclusive pricing make our trips easy to put together and manage. Our great staff of River Guides make the trips personal and exciting – we take the time to get to know the kids and make sure they are having a great day together. Excellent gear will make everyone feel safe and comfortable on the river – updated and clean lifejackets helmets and wetsuits (if needed) are a Crab Apple staple.
Why choose Crab Apple for your Recreation or Religious Youth Group adventure?
35+ Years of Family Values
Family owned and operated since 1983. We love what we do!
Dozens of Youth Groups Join Us Each Season
Over 1,500 kids and volunteer leaders raft with us each season!
Safety is always #1
35+ years of river experience. Guides with decades of experience and local river knowledge.
Live, thorough safety orientation before each trip.
Discount Programs
Special rates for all group sizes.
Special dates deep discounted dates available just for Youth Groups.
Wetsuits Always Included
Jacket, overalls and boots are ALWAYS FREE for youth groups (Save $20pp). Don’t freeze out there – choose Crab Apple!
Meals Always Included
All pricing includes snacks and river meals. A meal shared with your guide is part of the experience!
Pricing Guide
Maine
World Class Whitewater: The Kennebec runs daily for groups looking for big excitement. This is the most popular rafting trip in Maine and will thrill your group with world class whitewater.
Class of Rapids: III, IV (V)
Minimum Age: 10
Length of Trip: 12 miles
River Time 3-4 hours
Food: River Snack & Cookout (steak, chicken, salmon, veg. option)
PRICING
All Weekdays $87pp
Saturdays 5/3 – 7/19 $97pp, 7/26 – 8/30 $107pp, 9/6 – 10/4 $97pp
All Sundays $80pp
Prices do not include $5pp state and river access fees.
Discount tickets may be limited on primetime days.
Our Most Aggressive Trip: The Dead at High Water is our most aggressive raft trip. Only groups with rafting experience should choose this sixteen mile trip full of action.
Class of Rapids: III, IV (V)
Minimum Age: 14
Length of Trip: 16 miles
River Time 3.5 – 4 hours
Food: Cookout (steak, chicken, salmon, veg. option)
PRICING
All Rafters: $100pp
Note: Dead River prices do not include $12pp state and river access fees.
Discount tickets available May 10, 17, 25, June 8, August 31, September 13, October 4.
Combine an awesome paintball experience with your raft trip in Maine. Daily Paintball games start each afternoon after rafting, cookout and video presentation from the rafting adventure – approximately 4-7pm. We also offer custom games for groups the afternoon prior to rafting or the morning after rafting. Come try one of our four great fields: Mayday (woods), Bunker Hill (scenario), Patriot (speedball) or Maine Street (urban village scenario). All Inclusive per person pricing: $60pp
Available as an add-on to any Maine river rafting trip.
Massachusetts
Our Most Popular Youth Group Trip: The Fife Brook Section of the Deerfield trip is our most popular trip for youth organizations. It is perfect for groups with varied ages and athletic abilities. Many groups return for this trip year after year to emphasize team skills, confidence building, great fun and camaraderie.
Class of Rapids: I, II, III
Minimum Age: 8
River Time: 2.5 hours
Food: Chicken, fish or veggie meal w/homemade salads, dessert, drinks
PRICING
Spring (May 3 – May 23)
$78pp
Summer (May 24 – August 31)
Weekdays $95 -105pp
Weekends $114 -124pp
Fall (September 3 – October 5)
Weekdays $84pp
Weekends $100pp
2025 Special Discount Dates:
Mother’s Day Weekend May 10 & 11 Mom’s Raft free with 2 paying Guests
Thursday June 19 $75
June 20, 25-27, July 9-11, 16-17 $95pp
Half Day Kayak Adventure: Our Funyak trip is the perfect half-day adventure or you may combine it with another trip to make a great two day adventure. Funyaks are inflatable kayaks which allow anyone to enjoy river kayaking without prior experience.
Class of Rapids: I, II
Minimum Age: 10
Length of Trip: 5 miles
River Time: 2 hours
PRICING
Weekdays and Weekends: $50pp
2025 Special Discount Dates:
May 24, 25, June 1, 15 $45pp
Our Guided Family Raft Trip is great for younger rafters and their families. During eight miles on the river you’ll enjoy a combination of floating, splashes of whitewater, opportunities for swimming and a delicious riverside snack.
Class of Rapids: I, II
Minimum Age: 5
Length of Trip: 8 miles
River Time: 2.5 hours
Food: Chicken, fish or veggie meal w/homemade salads, dessert, drinks
PRICING
Weekdays: Adult $85pp, Child $65
Weekends: Adult $90pp, Child 70pp
Most Aggressive trip in Massachusetts: The Monroe Bridge trip offers aggressive, continuous Class III-IV action. This trip is geared toward groups that have rafted before.
Class of Rapids: II, III, IV
Minimum Age: 15
River Time: 2-2.5 hours
Food: Chicken, fish or veggie meal w/homemade salads, dessert, drinks
PRICING
All Rafters $105 -150pp
2025 Special Scout Discount Dates:
May 24, 25, June 15, 22, September 28, October 4, 5 $105pp
Special Spring Trip: The Miller’s is a great option for youth groups looking for more whitewater than the Deerfield River – Fife Brook trip. It offers a Class II-IV challenge through rapids such as “The Funnel” and Tsunami”.
Class of Rapids: II, III, IV
Minimum Age: 11
Length of Trip: 8 miles
River Time: 2-3 hours
Food: River Snack & Chicken, fish or veggie meal w/homemade salads, dessert, drinks
PRICING
Weekdays and Weekends: $85pp
Millers River Trips available April 12 thru late April.
2025 Special Dam release date: April 12 and 13.
Vermont
Action Packed Intermediate Trip: The West is a special trip for scout troops looking for aggressive intermediate whitewater along with great views through Jamaica State Park.
PRICING
2025 Dates: May 3, 4 September 20, 21
Class of Rapids: II, III, IV
Minimum Age: 11
Length of Trip: 8 miles
River Time 2-2.5 hours
Food: Riverside snack.
PRICING
May 4, 5: $88pp
September 21, 22: $98pp
