When working and playing in Maupin, Oak Springs is a BIG part of your daily excitement. Whether watching from the road, sliding down the tongue, or stuffing the nose of the boat in the hole...there are many ways to experience Oak Springs on the lower Deschutes River. There is a great respect for guides that can safely and confidently navigate this rapid while taking their guests' experience into consideration while selecting their line. A truly knowledgeable guide will be able to assess the ability of the guests while weighing the risk and excitement level to give the guests a memorable experience that they will want to do again and again!again!
Nathan Van Amburg
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