Mountain Adventure Guides

The quality of our adventure programs and guides have been recognized in: Men's Journal, American Scouting Digest, National Geographic Adventure, Pilots Away, Diversion Magazine for Physicians at Leisure, Hooked on the Outdoors.

What others say!

"I can't put into words how much fun I had at camp!" Camper
"Certainly a growth experience as she prepares to finish high school and move on to college!" Parent
"My kids had a fantastic time with your guides. Thanks for putting together such an outstanding program!" Parent
"Matt has had nothing but positive things to say about his recent 12 day trip. This was a much better choice for a 13 year old than the traditional summer camps we have sent him to in the past." Parent
"I know those days at camp were a life changing experience for her. Thank you for hiring top notch staff, for finding a location where the scenery is breath-taking and for providing an environment where campers can be themselves." Parent
"Great guides, good food, lots of fun."
"Had a blast. It's a great day of fun and a great way to spend time with one another."
"We all had so much fun! .....whitewater rafting was a blast, and your guides were some of the friendliest people I have ever met. Everyone took good care of us, and we are so grateful."
"We have done business with USA Raft for over a decade. My campers' parents expect the highest quality programming and I know I can trust USA Raft to provide that. They are consistently professional, considerate, accommodating and always put safety first. And my kids have a great time on the river!"
"As a rafting coordinator for our camp, my expectations have always been exceeded by USA Raft's topnotch equipment and their friendly, qualified staff. The campers just have a blast!"

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A leading outfitter in the southeast.

Mountain Adventure Guides dba USA Raft French Broad, Nolichucky and Watauga Rivers

MAG is recognized as a leading outfitter in the region. Being the best is our mission and our passion. We have worked continuously each season to raise the bar on our high quality of standards and this next season will be no exception. We are committed to providing you with the highest quality adventure programming, guides and equipment.

MAG dba USA Raft holds commercial outfitter and guide licenses with the United States Forest Service, Pisgah National Forest - Pisgah, Appalachian and French Broad Ranger Districts.

MAG is a family owned and operated outfitter in Western North Carolina and East Tennessee. We offer whitewater rafting on the French Broad, Watauga and Nolichucky rivers, a summer adventure camp for teens and guided rock climbing and caving with instruction.

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Richard Dulworth: Senior guide and owner of Mountain Adventure Guides dba USA Raft on the French Broad, Nolichucky and Watauga Rivers. Owner Richard Dulworth has enjoyed outdoor adventure in western NC since 1977 and first guided professionally in 1983. A graduate of Hampden-Sydney College, Richard has worked as an ACA Certified Whitewater Instructor, as well as a rafting, climbing and backpacking guide, trip leader, manager, instructor trainer and consultant. Owner Jeanne Goins Dulworth received her Bachelors in Social Work from Western Carolina University and her Masters in Social Work from the University of South Carolina. Jeanne facilitates our teambuilding and initiatives programs, and manages our summer adventure camps and rafting operations each season. She loves people and everything outdoors. You just might spot her fly fishing in an area mountain stream. Jeanne teaches graduate and undergraduate social work at a nearby University - in her off-season!

Adventure Camp instructors and Guides

One trip leader per program - at least 21 years old and an upperclassmen or recent college graduates. They are experienced and have advanced certifications and first aid training (Wilderness First Responder WFR), gained through professional guiding and/or participation in wilderness leadership programs like NOLS, Outward Bound and College Outdoor Leadership Degree Programs. Assistant trip leaders are at least 19 and will have finished a year or two of college. All strive to teach, coach and motivate teens to grow and learn from their experiences with us.

Rock climbing at camp is taught and led by Joe Moerschbaecher (a 5th year MAG guide and trip leader). Joe is establishing his own guide service this season - Pura Vida Adventures. Joe has lived in the Brevard, NC area for over 8 years where he first explored and discovered the surrounding mountains and for the past six years has worked as a commercial guide. In addition to his work as a guide, he received a bachelor degree in the field of Wilderness Leadership from Brevard College and Master’s in Adventure Recreation from Ohio University. Since graduating, Joe has taught college courses in climbing, kayaking, mountain biking , and backpacking at both institutions. He has attended workshops offered by the AMGA , ACA, AEE, and AORE; and holds certifications as a Wilderness First Responder and American Red Cross Instructor.

Whitewater rafting on the French Broad, Watauga and Nolichucky Rivers

Our comprehensive guide training schools are taught by Glenn Goodrich, the Godfather of river guides according to Paddler Magazine. We have also made a substantial investment in high performance, self-bailing rafts to enhance the safety and quality of our customer's rafting experience. Not every French Broad or Nolichucky River outfitter meets these high standards!