Great news for Rogue River fishing from the Oregon Department of Fish and Wildlife. For the last couple years the salmon fishing in the Rogue River has been on a decline. This spring the salmon fishing was closed in the ocean off the Oregon coast. The closure seems to be working in the sense that we are seeing an increase of both the spring and fall Chinook salmon  runs. Now the ODFW has just published the number of Rogue River "halfpounder" and we are on pace to pass the record number of "halfpounder" of 238,870 set in 2000.
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Most families embark on a river trip after they've done their research and genuinely feel good about the adventure they have chosen.  They're excited about the river journey, anticipating unknown rapids and river canyons.  The real surprise is the new friendships they will make and connection with family that happen each day on the river.
 Zac Kauffman, Operations Manager and River Guide at Morrison's Rogue River Lodge and Raft Trips in Merlin, Oregon, says that his guests on the company's three-day wild and scenic trips, for a maximum of 20, are often made up of smaller clusters of families and friends.  The group bonding experience is unique.  "You really see it in the children," he says.  "Everybody is anticipating a similar river experience.  The distinctive feature about our trips is that we actually have our own lodge and private put-in.  Folks stay at the lodge the night before the river trip.  We have an hour-long orientation, introductions, then dinner together at our lodge.  Children find each other and friendships begin.  Three days in the Rogue River Wilderness means it's time to find a friend and explore the river.  The next morning the group has breakfast together, and the Rogue River adventure begins.
 "The real charm of the river is that everybody wants to enjoy the adventure and certain things will bring people together,"Kauffman says.  "Some people may feel some apprehension of the river, and they'll bond with people who feel the same way. Then these folks all share that great feeling of accomplishment together.  It's not forced by any means, it just happens naturally." 
The three day Lower Rogue  trip always produces long lasting friendships and unforgettable memories.
Start your adventure today,
call for trip info 800-826-1963
info@morrisonslodge.com
 

Contemplating and looking forward to my third season here at Morrison’s Lodge, I recall the words and sentiment of Michelle. Those words echo through my mind as I remember her saying, people come here to discover the “Magic.”

For decades, the Hanten family has had a tremendous
role in providing an environment that allows the

“Magic” to flow into the hearts of many guests. They
leave behind a legacy of lodging, fishing, rafting and
fine dining experiences as well as fond memories.

With the passing of Michelle in March of 2007, the
staff at Morrison’s have the honor and privilege of
ensuring that those traditions will continue for past,
present and future guests to enjoy here at the lodge.

My family and I have the unique opportunity to dwell on the property along Taylor
Creek at a place we call Solitude. We enjoy the beauty, serenity, and seasonal changes. As we enter spring, bird watching and hiking along scenic trails, are truly a treat. While summer days are filled with rafting and fall mornings are spent fishing, the mood of the river is ever changing. From archived newsletters, I have been reading how Morrison’s has evolved through the years from a modest fishing lodge to Southern Oregon’s premier destination resort for rafting and fishing. While preserving Morrison’s traditions, we are striving to update the facility and offer more services for your enjoyment. With the new additions of Tuck-Away, Creek-Side and Taylor Creek house, we now have 18 units. Taylor Creek units can accommodate seven guests. Tuck-Away and Creek-Side are nestled along Taylor
Creek and offer stunning views of the creek. For reunions or retreats, these units are situated together with their own park like setting. We now have golf carts for rent and bicycles for use in riding around the property. Two new features now available in each room are satellite television and high speed internet. Wireless internet service is available in the lodge, extending to our deck and to the river. To further enhance our fall fishing packages, we have extended our available dates,
adjusted pricing and deposit requirement for late fall Steelhead, and coho fishing. Finally, in keeping true to Morrison’s tradition, our fine dining experience now includes lunch as we continue to offer a four course gourmet dinners, with the Orange Rolls always being the star. Come visit us here at
Morrison’s in 2008 and allow the “Magic” to flow through you.

See you on the river,
 Lowell Pratt
General Manager

Morrison’s Rogue River Lodge is partnering with Siskiyou Audubon
Society in creating our 3rd Annual bird watching event for Spring 2008.
This package combines the comforts of Morrison’s Lodge and the beauty of nature with an impressive array of birds that surround our incredible property, with nearly 75 different species just in our own backyard. The weekend of April 25th-27th has been set aside for Siskiyou Audubon President Scott Dreischman and his wife Cory Laughlin (Conservation Chair) to host this special event.

Package includes:
• 2 or 3 nights accommodations in
  cozy cottages or lodge rooms
• All meals, including a sensational four course gourmet dinner, a full
  country- style breakfast and lunch each day
• One day at Morrison’s and one day of off-site guided bird outings
• A pocket field guide checklist for bird identification
• An afternoon workshop with Audubon Society Members
• A lecture with Audubon Society Members

2 Night Package $ 359 per person
3 Night Package $ 496 per person

Don't miss this great birding weekend
call for more info 800-826-1963 
info@morrisonslodge.com

 Four great custom trips will be featured by the crew at Rogue River Raft Trips.  With six people or more we can adjust a custom trip to fit your groups needs.

 Canyons and Creeks:  Focusing on exploration of side creeks in the Rogue River Canyon.  Each day will include hikes up tributaries to discover waterfalls, deep granite pools and water slides.

White Water Rafting School: Teaching rowing and paddling techniques for basic river rafting.  Each day will focus on different river skills and new rapids to challenge.  Safety talks, rowing skills, basic hydrology, throw bag rescue, and high water concerns, will be the topics
covered in the three days.

 Gourmet Food and Wine Trip  on June 23, 2008, we'll offer "Whitewater and Wine" a three day camp/lodge trip featuring a variety of  wines from the Southern Oregon region.  Enjoy three days of whitewater rafting and dinners each night hosted by a wine professional.

Raft Supported Hiking:  Providing a lodge to lodge hiking experience on the scenic 34 mile, Rogue River trail carrying nothing more than a day pack.  (See Hiking Packages for more details.)

Custom trips start every Thursday in May and June 2008
"Whitewater and Wine"  Monday June 23
Contact our office for more info: 
800-826-1963
info@morrisonslodge.com


 

  Welcome to the blog for Morrison's Lodge and Rogue River Raft Trips.  Morrison's Lodge is located sixteen miles downstream of Grants Pass, Oregon, on the beautiful Rogue River.  Morrison's offers a variety of services to fit your lodging, dining and recreational needs.  For more detailed information on all our packages and activities, check out our web sites.  We look forward to seeing you on the river in 2008.