• Man in outdoor gear smiling while preparing in a river with trees and rocks, kayak and supplies nearby.
  • Group of people white water rafting in a river, wearing helmets and life jackets, smiling and paddling.
  • Two people in helmets and protective gear standing by a river, preparing for whitewater rafting.
  • A group of six people white water rafting on a river, wearing life jackets and helmets, holding paddles, and smiling.
  • Group of people white water rafting, wearing helmets and life jackets, paddling in a river with rocks and water splashing around.
  • Group of six people standing in front of stacked orange rafts with
  • Group of people white water rafting on a river, wearing life jackets and helmets, with some paddling and one person smiling and flashing peace signs.
  • Group of six people holding paddles, standing in front of stacked inflatable kayaks on a trailer, near a yellow school bus, with a mountainous landscape and cloudy sky in the background.
  • Group of six people in life jackets and helmets raft rafting on a river with rocks in the background.
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The legend of Methow Rafting

Methow Rafting is a small business nestled in the Methow Valley. We are a fun crew that loves nothing better then to take people down the Methow River. We love to look at the birds, fish, and the scenery just as much as you will! When we are not working, we are probably on the river for some more fun!

A mixed group of people rafting on a river with rocky hills in the background. The photo features digitally added doodles including a smiley face, hearts, and handwritten text that says 'Met our rafting' and 'AKA The Best People Ever!'.

Meet Your Guides

Brandon Bertelsen - Co-owner & River Guide - Wilderness First Responder, River Rescue Course - Pro, Swiftwater Technician

Brandon Bertelsen - Co-owner & River Guide - Wilderness First Responder, River Rescue Course - Pro, Swiftwater Technician

Dylan Marks - Co-owner & River Guide - Wilderness First Responder, Swiftwater Technician, ACA 4, Commercial Driver's License

Dylan Marks - Co-owner & River Guide - Wilderness First Responder, Swiftwater Technician, ACA 4, Commercial Driver's License

Elise Putnam - Boat House Manager & River Guide - Pro, Swift Water Technician - Wilderness First Responder

Elise Putnam - Boat House Manager & River Guide - Pro, Swift Water Technician - Wilderness First Responder

Claire Hamilton - Reservation Specialist and Social Media Manager - Swift Water Rescue Certification

Claire Hamilton - Reservation Specialist and Social Media Manager - Swift Water Rescue Certification

Jason Williamson - River Guide - When he’s not acting out an elaborate prank or chuckling under his lime green helmet, you might hear him singing his favorite tune, “The Wheels on the Raft Bus go Round and Round".- Frist Aid CPR

Jason Williamson - River Guide - When he’s not acting out an elaborate prank or chuckling under his lime green helmet, you might hear him singing his favorite tune, “The Wheels on the Raft Bus go Round and Round".- Frist Aid CPR

Nick Peach "Peach" - River Guide - Wilderness First Responder, AED, Epinephrine, and Swiftwater Rescue (Pro-I)

Nick Peach "Peach" - River Guide - Wilderness First Responder, AED, Epinephrine, and Swiftwater Rescue (Pro-I)

Sammy Spence - River Guide - Wilderness First Responder

Sammy Spence - River Guide - Wilderness First Responder

Jack Fiorillo - River Guide - His hair flowing in the wind while rafting is something to behold. - First Aid CPR

Jack Fiorillo - River Guide - His hair flowing in the wind while rafting is something to behold. - First Aid CPR

Wyatt Albright - River Guide - Wilderness first responder, Swift Water Rescue Certification

Wyatt Albright - River Guide - Wilderness first responder, Swift Water Rescue Certification

Ani Brooks - River Guide

Ani Brooks - River Guide

C. Farmer - River Guide- WFR, Swift Water Certification, River board prodigy

C. Farmer - River Guide- WFR, Swift Water Certification, River board prodigy

Professor Painter - River Guide and Math Professor

Professor Painter - River Guide and Math Professor

Willy Webster - River Guide - Wilderness First Responder - EMT

Willy Webster - River Guide - Wilderness First Responder - EMT

Henry Price - River Guide

Henry Price - River Guide

A man with long hair, a mustache, and a beard wearing a helmet and outdoor gear on a boat with water in the background.
Two people floating on red inner tubes in a river during sunset, with a wooded shoreline in the background.
A Siberian Husky lying on the floor with a blue filter applied. There is a handwritten arrow and text pointing to the dog that says 'Sasha dog'.
Group of friends at a lake with canoes strapped to a trailer in the background. Text overlay says 'Best Friends' with arrows pointing to the people.
Person in hoodie and shorts sitting in a boat, holding a fishing rod, with trees in the background and waves drawn on the bottom of the image.
Group of five people posing in front of a yellow school bus with some illustrated doodles added, including a mustache, facial hair, and lines around heads for emphasis.

  • Amy Stork

    “We had a great time on the river! Our guide Willie was personable and fun, everything was well organized! This is a great family and friends activity in the Methow!”

  • McKinsey LeMere

    “Had SO MUCH fun with Sean today!! Highly recommend him as a guide!!”

  • Kathy Berera

    “I went rafting yesterday and had a great time. The staff is awesome and made a fun trip amazing! I would highly recommend this trip!”

  • Joleen Denman

    We had a FANTASTIC time floating the river in Winthrop. Especially thanks to Claire. She emailed me soon after I booked all 15 slots and let me know they can accommodate more than 15 per session if they're all part of the same group. We quickly signed up more people from our group. They were so accommodating and friendly.

  • Tom Weinheimer

    We had an amazing experience on the river!

    Sean and Jack were both, personable and professional!

    They made the trip!

    We would wholeheartedly recommend this experience to everyone!