Scrappy Founders Go Rafting in Wine Country. Season 1 · Chapter 4

​12 Scrappy Founders - outdoor endurance community for founders and investors the Bay Area.

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​Season 1 · Chapter 4. Forth episode of a documentary series following a small group of Bay Area founders through a year of outdoor challenges.

​This is the one you literally can't do alone. A raft only moves if everyone in it pulls together, which makes white water the most honest team event we run. There's no faster way to trust a group of people than to hit a rapid with them and come out the other side soaked and laughing.

​A day on the American River in Amador county: a day of guided white water, wine country in the evening. Your job is to show up and pull your weight. No experience needed.

​The Plan

​Small group (capped ~10).

• ​Friday: Arrive at the Airbnb by 6:00 PM. Settle in, cook dinner together, prep for the river.

• ​Saturday: A full day on the water - guided white water through the foothills, big rapids and calm stretches both. After, back to the house for BBQ, drinks, and wine.

• ​Sunday: Breakfast together and head back to the city by 11:00 AM.

• ​Overnight: Airbnb with separate rooms for every guest.

​Who is this for?

• ​Founders & Investors: You want a full reset and bonding with good people - not another transactional mixer.

• ​All Levels: No rafting experience required. You just need to be comfortable in water and ready to paddle.

• ​Supportive Group: We curate the group to be diverse and supportive. This isn't a "boys club" - we strongly value our female rafters and beginners.

​The Logistics

• ​When: Friday, Sep 4 | 6:00 PM – Sunday, Sep 6 | 11:00 AM

• ​Where: American River, Amador County (exact location sent upon approval). We coordinate carpooling.

• ​Cost: Paid event (includes rafting, guides, lodging, and meals).

​What's Included?

​^ Raft, paddles & safety gear ^ Professional river guides ^ Dinners & drinks ^ Overnight stay (private rooms) ^ 2 people certified as Wilderness First Responder ^ Pro videographer to capture your best (and wettest) moments

​How to Join

​We have 3 slots open for new folks outside our existing member group. Registrations are approved on a rolling basis to keep the group balanced.

​Partners:

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