Trip at a Glance
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TRIP DESCRIPTION
This beautiful rafting trip through mild whitewater (Class I & II with one Class III) is the perfect outing for families, friends, groups and youth organizations. Rafting time is approximately 2.5 hours with a hearty meal included after rafting. Meals are served dry and warm at Crab Apple’s riverside base camp.
Our Fife Brook trip starts out with a roller coaster ride at “Hurricane Rapid” followed by bouncy rapids such as “Sideways Splash”, “Freight Train” and “Pinball”. Calm sections between rapids allow your River Guide to fill you in on local history and to enjoy the breathtaking scenery of the Berkshires. Part way through the trip our self-bailing rafts approach the day’s biggest rapid, “Zoar Gap”. The river suddenly narrows and drops for the fastest and most fun rapid of the day.
After safely navigating “Zoar Gap”, raft teams will enjoy optional team water fights and more rapids such as “Slam Dance”. When our journey down the river ends, we return to Crab Apple for a hearty meal overlooking the Deerfield River and an entertaining look at photos from your adventure.
Raft Capacity/Private Raft: Our rafts hold 6-7 paddlers (6 is ideal). We have a few rafts that hold 8, which are great for mixing adults and kids. Groups of 6, 7, or 8 will always have a private raft. Groups with fewer than 6 may be joined by other parties.
Includes: Pre-trip safety instruction, professional guide, PFD and helmet, wetsuits (spring only), post-trip meal (chicken, fish or veggie w/homemade salads, dessert, drinks), transportation to and from river, photo presentation of your adventure.
Schedule: The Fife Brook Section trip runs nearly every day from early May through early October thanks to hydroelectric dam releases.
Complete Your Massachusetts Crab Apple Experience
Why Choose Crab Apple For Massachusetts White Water Rafting?
“FIRST TIME RAFTING, GUIDES WERE HILARIOUS, VERY EXPERIENCED AND TAKE SAFETY SERIOUSLY.
Top of the line gear and wonderful experience and beautiful wilderness. Overall a great time and recommend tremendously!”
“GREAT MONROE BRIDGE TRIP!
Our group of 6 did the Monroe Bridge trip and we had an absolute blast. Four of us were returning rafters and 2 were new. The Guide was extremely accommodating, kind and reassuring. The entire experience from start to finish is extremely well-organized, prompt, and especially with the new COVID precautions, very safe. It is evident that the entire team at Crab Apple emphasize impeccable customer service, and we left with great memories, laughs, and a desire to return again as soon as possible.
“CRAB APPLE IS CERTAINLY THE BEST RUN OUTFIT IN THE NORTHEAST
You have a top-notch, well-trained excellent friendly crew through your entire operation and your dedication to the Crab Apple tradition shows.”
Deerfield River Fife Brook Section Map
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