river runner
Whitewater boat operator
A river runner is someone who navigates rivers by boat, typically in rafts, kayaks, or canoes through whitewater rapids.
The term suggests experience and skill rather than casual recreation: She's been a river runner on the Colorado for twenty years.
River runner also names a style of kayak designed for running rapids rather than playing in them.
- kayakerOne who paddles seated
- raftingTraveling on buoyant platform
- white waterTurbulent, aerated river flow
- whitewaterTurbulent, aerated river flow
- rivercraftVessels for inland waters
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