George and Lynette: In the history of our fun family vacations (25 years), the trips we remember and discuss most fondly are the three trips we took with Canyon Outfitters on the Snake River.  Each adventure was different and so much fun.  We fished, swam, ate great food, hiked, kayaked, ate more great food, screamed through rapids, floated through calmer water, and ate more great food.  There were no electronic distractions.  The guides were awesome. My kids loved these trips, and now, as adults, are asking when we can go again.  We are planning it, knowing it will be fun at the best level. Thank you!

Jennifer Boaz

George: Gad, what a great trip you run, George. More than hard work and expertise, it's obviously a labor of love by you, Kevin, Art and Derrick. Thanks for making our trip one of the best I've ever experienced. PS: I would sure like to have the recipe for that dessert with the almonds and whipped cream.

Pete Carlson

Dearest George and Lynette, Thank You! Thank You! Thank You! I couldn’t have imagined a better Hells Canyon trip. Nothing will ever top it. There are no words to express the warmth and personal touches that you both put into the trip that made it all the more special for me. I can’t wait for my next trip with you.

Laura Boylan, Walla Walla, Washington

George and Lynette, We can’t thank you enough! We had such a wonderful time. And what an adventure!! The river guides/chefs were great and the food was to die for! We will always cherish the memories ….The rafting, the fishing, the laughter, the stories, the scenery but most of all the friendship. Thank you all,

Kevin and Anita Lynch, Keizer, Oregon

Dear George and Lynette, WOW! We want you to know Canyon Outfitters absolutely exceeded all our hopes and expectations. With a trip down Hells Canyon we wanted to expose the kids to completely new experiences and it was perfect. Thanks for an unforgettable adventure. Totally Awesome!

Jan and Linda Wepster, Sheridan, Oregon

Dear George and Lynette, Thanks once again for your hospitality and an absolutely fabulous time on the river and in your lovely home.  We have never eaten eaten so well or been taken care of so well on a river trip. George we especially enjoyed all your stories of the history and people of the Canyon. We look forward to another trip in the future.

George and Lynette, Thanks for helping make our family memories a HUGE success. The five grandchildren had so many wonderful first-time experiences they will never forget. Your home-made touches with the food was at the top of the list for everyone of us!  It was so great to be with the two of you again. Words can’t express our appreciation enough for the extra mile that both of you put into your trips. Many Thanks……

Gary and Sally Williams, McMinnville, Oregon

Dear George, Lynette, Art, Derek, Kevin and Eric, There are no words to express our gratitude for the once in a life time trip on the Snake! Great food, great guides, perfect weather, my idea of heaven…hot, dry and beautiful! So much hard work, patience, and good humor! Answering questions you’ve been asked a hundred times! Thank you all for your kindness to us. We felt pampered beyond measure. As for the sturgeon Ron caught; There are no words!

Ron and Jeannie VanIderstine, Springfield, Oregon

George and Lynette.. my 4 day river trip with you proved to be one of my wisest choices ever.  I felt like I was on a two week vacation!  Time S L O W E D  down. Days filled... with sun, swim, fish... time to read, time to share fabulous food and drink, to laugh lots...and learn lots too, through George's impeccable narrative of the the natural and cultural history.  And you and your crew took such great care of us... I have never felt so pampered.  This was truly an unparalleled trip.  Thank you.

Dr Bobbie Mower

"Having had George and his able staff to handle all the details of multiple trips on the Snake over the past 15 years, I can vouch for their professionalism, capability and friendliness.  Whether on a float trip with my extended family and friends, or chukkar hunting with pals, I have always been more than satisfied."

Carl Farrington, Portland Oregon

My name is Shawn and I am sixteen years old. I have been on three of the Hells Canyon rafting trips with Canyon Outfitters including the most recent trip in the summer of 2009. I was on my first trip when I was twelve years old. I remember thinking that the trip was so cool. It was better than Disney Land!!!

Massages and Martinis:

Never in my life have I had such fun with a group of women!  George, Lynette, the guides (one from each generation, mind you - 20's through 60's, including a bartender with a bow tie and not much else ooh la la! - now, that's attention to detail!), and the masseuses, filled the four days on the river with such great food and drink, decadent massages, hiking (with great commentary), hysterical jokes and dinner table conversation, memorable comaraderie, stargazing, and fishing, that it went by way too fast.

All of life’s stresses melted away as soon as I got on that raft.  To know that experts are in charge and I could just sit back and enjoy gave me such peace of mind.  I can’t think of a better mix of fun and relaxation than the white water rapids, fishing, swimming, hiking, yoga, massages, good food and good friends.  I never wanted it to end.  Thank you George, Lynette, Guides and Masseuses.  You are a class act!

Victoria Marshall Brocato