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Jordan Valley Outfitters helps you enjoy northern Michigan winters.

Jordan Valley Outfitters offers Guided Winter Rafting in Michigan!  Just because there is snow on the ground doesn't mean that you can't enjoy paddling the Jordan River.  This north woods experience is great for the entire family or as a romantic evening as you immerse yourself in the natural beauty of the Jordan River Valley.  See the trees and riverbanks blanketed in snow and sense the peacefulness as you are guided down the river.Winter rafting the Jordan River in Michigan  We have teamed with several lodging establishments in the area to include a Guided Winter Raft trip as part of your adventure weekend getaway.

Boyne Mountain Spa and Resort weekend getaway.  Spa video

Grey Gables Bed & Breakfast

House on the Hill Bed & Breakfast

Here's a taste of what winter rafting is all about.    Winter Raft video 

"Hey guys, this is Joe, aka Cookie Monster, who was on the Tuesday trip. We are still reveling in the fun we had and telling everyone we know.  
Later! 
PS: We have some great pictures to help us remember."

Additional pictures can be found on our Scrapbook page.

The Basic Guided Winter Rafting Trip includes a stop along the rivers edge for a hot beverage, snack and to take in the natural wonder.  Time outdoors is about 2 hours.  A guided snowshoe hike (snowshoes provided) is an option that you may add to explore further into the snow-covered forest.  Hikes are tailored to your group for length and ease. 

As dusk draws near, our Guided Winter Rafting Dinner Trip adventure begins.  Clear starry nights; the crisp glow of a full moon, rivals your dinner prepared along the riverbank.  As you settle in along the riverbank you start with an appetizer tray filled with cheese, crackers, olives and marinated mushrooms or pickles.  Save room for the main meal of fruit salad, homemade bread or rolls and a dinner packet, your choice of beef, chicken or all veggie.  And to finish off, a dessert of Kay's famous pound cake or brownies, and of course a hot beverage.  As we finish paddling by moon or starlight, this is sure to be an adventure you won't soon forget.

Be the first among your friends to say "I went winter rafting in Michigan."

Guided winter rafting rates

 

per Adult

per Child (<12)

Group*

  Raft w/o Hike

$ 39.00

$ 32.00

$ 29.00

  Raft w/ Hike

$ 49.00

$ 42.00

N / A

  Raft w/ Dinner**

$ 72.00

$ 60.00

N / A

 

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*Group rates are for churches, schools and scouts, and do not apply to holidays or weekends.  Must be paid by organization check or credit card.

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**$ 20.00 deposit per person required for scheduling, non-refundable with less than 48 hour notice of cancellation.

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A credit, good for one (1) year from date of original trip date, with more than 48 hours notice will be issued.

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Holiday trips (Christmas Eve, Christmas Day, New years Eve, New years Day and Valentine's Day) please call or email for rates.

Snowshoe rentals are available for a self-guided outing.  Jordan Valley Outfitters has many great spot for you to check out.  See us for maps and info.

Snowshoe rates

 

1/2 Day

Full Day

Add'tl Day

Snowshoes

$ 7.00

$ 10.00

$ 8.00

 

Winter hours

 

Saturday & Sunday *

Departure Times

December 15 - March 15

9:30 - 5:00

10:00 / 2:00 / 5:30

 * The week between Christmas and New Years we will be open each day 9:30-5:00.  Other times can be accommodated by advance reservations via confirmed phone or e-mail contact.

Prepaid trips postponed by Jordan Valley Outfitters due to weather or river conditions beyond our control will receive a credit good for one (1) year from date of original trip date.

We were the first outfitter on the Jordan River to operate under the special use permit authorized by the Michigan Department of Natural Resources adopted in 2006.  Our equipment is inspected annually by the Charlevoix County Sheriff's Department Marine Division.

 

Hold Harmless - An agreement to participate waiver form.  Each person must provide a signed form.  Minors must have a parent or legal guardian sign also.

 

 

311 North Lake Street (1/4 mile north of traffic light on M-66 Hwy.)

East Jordan, MI  49727

231-536-0006