Your certainly in for a good time for years to come. If you come down my way I would be glad to go on a half day float and give you some tips. I owned and worked a drift boat since 1975. The best advise,be cautious, If you are at the oars give your self time to set up before you enter swift water. People
find themselves in trouble when they don't pay attention while floating a river. There are some very good articles in Salmon,Trout and Steelheader magazine. Have fun!!!!