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Rafting, White Water - St. Joseph River

Embark on an exhilarating journey down Indiana's premier whitewater river, where laughter and thrills await. Join experienced guides for a heart-pounding adventure on the St. Joseph, cherished by Olympic winners and National Champions alike. Secure your spot for an unforgettable ride through rushing rapids and unforgettable memories.

  • All levels
  • 16 and older
  • $79
  • 4318 N Elston Ave, Chicago, IL
  • 10 hours & 30 minutes

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  • $79
  • Discovery Center @ 4318 N Elston Ave 2nd Fl, Chicago, IL 60641
  • 10 hours & 30 minutes
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Class Description

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What you'll learn in this unique class:

EXPERIENCE THE THRILL OF WHITE WATER RAFTING as you and your friends raft Indiana's only whitewater river, the St. Joseph. After a short ride from Chicago you join our rafting guides at the St. Joseph. Laugh, shout and have the time of your life as you repeat your thrill ride over and over again. Through the years over 200,000 rafters have experienced the excitement on this special 1/2 mile section of the St. Joseph River. This Waterway draws Olympic winners and National Champions. It is an excellent introduction to whitewater rafting. Whether you come alone or in a group, you can expect to have a great time! These trips sold out last year so register early.

THIS AMAZING LOW PRICE INCLUDES:

  • Round trip bus transportation
  • 3 hours of whitewater rafting with exclusive access to the best portion of the St. Joseph river, during the first 1/2 hour the park is reserved for Discovery Center only!
  • Group leader, orientation and rafting instruction.
  • Rafts, paddles,life jackets and helmets.
  • Rafts for 2 to 5 people (you can raft with only your group of friends or we will pair you).

Bring towel, & dry change of clothes including shoes with ankle straps (no flip flops). Plan to arrive early Sunday (7:00am-7:15am) for orientation, coffee and donuts. Sunday trips return approximately 6pm

Trip departs by bus from Discovery Center 4318 N Elston Ave. We are going to the St Joseph river (approximately 100 miles east of Chicago). If you wish to drive notify us upon registration. Directions provided upon registration. Group rates available for groups of 6 or more.

PLEASE WATCH ALL SAFETY VIDEOS BEFORE RAFTING:

IMPORTANT: If you must cancel, you must notify our office at least 3 days prior to the trip in order to receive a class credit voucher. In case weather/river conditions prohibit rafting, the trip will be rescheduled to another date or alternate river, there will be no refunds in this event.

Refund Policy

Registration Fee:

  • A non-refundable registration fee of $15.00 is charged per person each time a student registers for classes.

Class Credit Vouchers:

  • If you are forced to withdraw before the first class date, you must notify us at least 5 working days prior to the first class meeting, please contact us at [email protected] during regular business hours. Failure to do so will cancel any transaction.
  • Vouchers are issued only for amount of the class fee (less the non-refundable $15 reg. fee). The credit voucher is valid for nine months and must be used before the expiration date. After that it will no longer be valid.
  • The voucher is not redeemable for cash or goods and the original must be presented in person or by mail. (Photo copies are not valid.)
  • Important:
    • There are no class credit vouchers, transfers, refunds issued for one-session classes after the class meeting.
    • No refunds will be issued for classes which are postponed due to inclement weather or other circumstances beyond our control.

Class Transfers:

  • If you wish to transfer to another class or section within a class AFTER you have registered, you must notify us at least 5 working days prior to the first class meeting, please contact us at [email protected] during regular business hours.
  • Additional fees apply. A $15 transfer fee will be charged per person and it must be paid prior to starting the new class.

Schedule Changes:

  • The school reserves the right to change course locations, schedules and instructors when necessary.
  • Rain dates will be scheduled for outdoor classes postponed due to inclement weather conditions.
  • Prices subject to change without notice.

Course Cancellations:

  • Those classes with insufficient enrollment will be canceled prior to their starting date. Whenever possible, students will be notified.

Refund Policy:

  • No refunds will be given unless a class is canceled due to insufficient enrollment. Refunds will not be issued under any other circumstances. Allow 2-3 weeks.

In any event where a customer wants to cancel their enrollment and is eligible for a full refund, a 5% processing fee will be deducted from the refund amount.

Reviews of Classes at Discovery Center (279)

(4.3-star rating across 279 reviews)
  • Rafting, White Water - St. Joseph River

    Reviewed by Jekaterina B. on 8/16/2023
    Everything was very good Many thanks Greetings from Prague, Czech Republic
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