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The Learning Curve

It took a decade for boaters to tame the Upper Yough.

Charlie’s Choice

Your first run down the Upper Yough probably wasn't as memorable as the one Charlie Walbridge's first run.

Bastard Falls

Watching the other members of his group disappear over the horizon line at Gap Falls, Dan was nervous.

Meatcleaver

Meatcleaver was the only rapid named on the first descent, but it's a name that was forgotten soon after.

Heinzerling

Rapid Names

Charlie Walbridge Shootout At Sang Run