OUTDOOR ADVENTURE
WHITE WATER
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ith its close proximity to the Skykomish River, the Wild Sky Wilderness Area, breathtaking viewsheds and stunning granite climbing walls, the town of Index is a mecca for outdoor recreation. And, like a living, breathing oasis of fun and excitement, the Outdoor Adventure Center is poised at the river’s edge, waiting to take you on an The Outdoor unforgettable journey. Adventure Center and Owned and operated by the River House Café Bill and Karen Corson, are located at 444 Ave. A, their son Blair, his wife Index, Washington, 98256. For Kathy and other members more information about the of the Corson family, the Outdoor Adventure Center, Outdoor Adventure Center please visit the website at: offers countless opportunities outdooradventurecenter. to experience the river in a way com/about. that’s both exhilarating and safe. The center offers family-friendly river float trips, inflatable kayaking, high-adventure whitewater excursions and much more. Trips feature various amenities, including river-safety instruction, meals and snacks, transportation from take-out locations back to the center, along with the opportunity to experience the very essence of outdoor fun. Choose Monroe
BY CHRIS HENDRICKSON
Guests interested in multiday adventures can reserve a spot at Trout Creek, a lush private campground owned and operate by the Outdoor Adventure Center. Located roughly five miles northeast of the center, Trout Creek is a sparkling jewel of a campground, perfectly framed by its namesake creek and the north fork of the Skykomish River. Whether you’re seeking a thrilling adrenaline rush or a gentle, lazy float, the Outdoor Adventure Center can accommodate your needs safely. And as guests choose their own adventure, they do so while relishing in the knowledge that they’ll be guided by experts and outfitted in the highest quality gear. And when it comes to adventure, Index is the perfect starting point. The Outdoor Adventure Center is the doorway to a world-class stretch of river featuring a Class IV/ Class V rapid known as “Boulder Drop,” a section of rapid referred to by some as the “rollercoaster of the Skykomish.” This stretch of river is not for the faint of heart, and there is no one better to take explorers through this dynamic, rocky region than the expert guides at the Outdoor Adventure Center. For the Corsons, adventuring is about far more than just excitement, adrenaline, and providing
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