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Local Rafting and Kayaking Clubs

    •  Chico Paddleheads -  https://www.chicopaddleheads.org/  -        https://www.facebook.com/groups/907284509413477/
    •  Gold Country Paddlers - https://www.goldcountrypaddlers.org/  -  https://www.facebook.com/groups/caligcp/
    •  Loma Prieta Paddlers - http://lomaprietapaddlers.org/  -  https://www.facebook.com/groups/3375512093/
    • American Whitewater - https://www.americanwhitewater.org/ - https://www.facebook.com/AmericanWhitewater
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    California Watersport Collective

    California Watersport Collective

    5461 Bassi Rd, Lotus, CA 95651

    Kayak, paddleboard, and packraft the river! Have fun and learn skills with world-class instructors in a safe supportive environment. Beginner, advanced classes and trips available. Kids and adults welcome. www.cwwcollective.com 530-426-2820

    The River Store

    The River Store

    1032 Lotus Rd, Lotus, CA 95651

    Kayaking-Rafting-Camping. Sales, rentals & World Class Kayak Instruction. Clothing, snacks, drinks, sundries and outdoor accessories. Visitor's info, local experts, maps & books. Over 35 years in Lotus. theriverstore.com 530-626-3435

    Coloma Shuttle

    Coloma Shuttle

    7308 Hwy 49 Ste F, Lotus, CA 95651

    Our private boater shuttles are arranged so that you can eliminate the hassle of "the shuttle" out of your day and the carbon monoxide out of the environment. colomashuttle.com 530-303-2404

    Current Adventures Kayak School

    Current Adventures Kayak School

    1032 Lotus Rd, Lotus, CA 95651

    Over 25 years guiding in California and beyond! Professional, local instructors, small classes of 3:1 ratio. Whitewater and lake outings. Kids & Adults camps. currentadventures.com 530-333-9115

    DeRiemer Adventure Kayaking

    Lotus, CA

    We provide the best kayak instruction and whitewater guiding in some truly extraordinary settings. It’s because we have found so much joy in being on the river that we want the same for you. Each day is infused with patience, encouragement,... 530-295-0830

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    • Its Apple Picking Time! When the heat of summer subsides and opens the path for cool and crisp fall days in the footh... Read More

    • Marshall Gold Discovery State Park - Sawmill LoopCheck out this 1.5-mile loop trail near Coloma, California. Generally considered an easy route, ... Read More

    • Monroe Ridge Trail - Marshall Gold ParkLocated within the Gold Discovery State Park, visit this 3.0-mile loop trail. Generally consider... Read More

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