Rogue River, Oregon

Registration opens February 2026 to kayak in the Rogue River. The First Descents community will be notified via email. To join the FD community and receive updates when Programs are open for registration, sign up here!

The Rogue River starts its journey at Crater Lake and winds its way through 215 miles of Oregonian wilderness. The warm water, friendly rapids, and lush scenery make it the perfect kayaking playground for beginners and experts alike. Expert guides from Sundance Kayak School will teach you the basics and keep you safe as you learn to kayak up to Class III rapids. After an epic day of kayaking, you’ll return to your beautiful riverside lodge, where you’ll enjoy pro chef-prepared meals, nightly campfires, and time with your new FD community.

There will be six separate weeks of Oncology Rogue River Kayaking programs in 2026.

WHERE: Merlin, OR

WHAT: Whitewater Kayaking

WHEN: July 12 – 17, 2026 | July 19 – July 24, 2026 | July 26 – July 31, 2026 | August 2 – August 7, 2026 | August 9 – August 14, 2026 | August 16 – August 21, 2026

COST: Free!

FOOD: Professional chef-prepared meals

AIRPORT: Medford, OR (MFR)

TRAVEL: Participants are responsible for getting to/from the program. Travel scholarships are available through the registration form.

HEALTH & SAFETY: All Participants are required to fill out a registration form. FD will select participants based on available space on the program. Once selected, participants may be required to get a medical form from their Doctor. FD strongly recommends that all Participants are fully vaccinated against COVID-19. Read more here.