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A First Descent

Before May 31st, 1959, the Upper Yough was a line on a map, a guess in a guidebook. Three boaters changed that.

Wright’s Hole

Up until Jack's mishap at Wright's hole, a swim on the Upper Yough was really bad news.

The Guides

As the Upper Yough grew in popularity, a new avenue opened up for the sport.

Charlie’s Choice

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

The Learning Curve

A First Descent

Charlie Walbridge Shootout At Sang Run