Rob Henderson

Rob Henderson

Orange Torpedo

Principal and River Guide

26

yrs experience

I got my start guiding in college when Satre, my high school wrestling coach, helped me get a job as a river guide. What started as a job turned into something I truly love, and I can’t imagine a better way to spend my time than being outdoors, running rapids, and sharing the river with others. One of my favorite parts is the people. The guides I work with often become family, and it’s always great to see repeat customers come back year after year.

I especially enjoy watching people’s confidence grow as they experience the river over several days and take on challenges they may not have thought possible. I love the challenge of running the river, but it’s also the entire experience, from the food and lodge crews to the friendships and memories made along the way. I work with OTT because it brings together so many of the things I love about guiding. It’s about much more than just running a river. It’s about the people, the experience, and being part of something special.

  • Hometown: Grants Pass, Oregon
  • Favorite rapid or stretch: Mule Creek Canyon and day 1 of the 3-day Rogue trip
  • Favorite part of a trip: Being on the water with great people and running rapids in an IK
  • Certifications: CPR and AED, Commercial Driver License
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Ryan Hunter

Ryan Hunter

Orange Torpedo

River Dude

My best friend Bill Narus introduced me to Eric Smith, who got me started guiding during my master’s program at SOU. As a coach and teacher, I respect and enjoy seeing guests take on the challenges of whitewater and be willing to try difficult things in beautiful places. OTT lets me guide a variety of wild and scenic rivers in different environments and in different types of boats. It’s never the same trip. Always a new adventure and a new challenge with amazing people.

  • Hometown: Winston, Oregon
  • Favorite rapid or stretch: Upper and Lower Island on the North Umpqua
  • Favorite part of a trip: All of it
  • Certifications: Wilderness First Responder, CPR and AED, Swiftwater Rescue Technician, Commercial Driver License, Trip Leader Certification

Chase Comyford

Chase Comyford

Orange Torpedo

Guide

I grew up on the Rogue River and have been rafting since I was a kid. My favorite part about guiding is meeting people from all over the world, helping them create lasting memories, and spending every day outdoors.

  • Hometown: Grants Pass, Oregon
  • Favorite rapid or stretch: Mule Creek Canyon
  • Favorite part of a trip: Paradise Lodge
  • Certifications: CPR and AED

Gus Maciel

Gus Maciel

Orange Torpedo

Guide

Born and raised in the Sierra Nevada mountains, I was grown up inspired by friends and family to seek out outdoor adventure. Thanks to them I found thrill in the snow, on trail, and even in the rivers. Being a guide on whitewater is one of my favorite ways to work, get outside, and meet people from all over. Before me, my older sister worked for Orange Torpedo Trips, and showed me a great community to become a part of.

  • Hometown: Truckee, California
  • Favorite rapid or stretch: Ti’lomik Falls (Powerhouse)
  • Favorite part of a trip: Backflips off the boats
  • Certifications: CPR and AED, Wilderness First Aid

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Chipor Holdings LLC DBA Orange Torpedo Trips operates under special use permits issued by the following land management agencies: Rogue River-Siskiyou National Forest, Klamath National Forest, Umpqua National Forest, Wallowa-Whitman National Forest, Salmon-Challis National Forest, Bureau Of Land Management Vale Office, Bureau Of Land Management Cottonwood Office. Orange Torpedo is a fully licensed, insured, and bonded outfitter through the Idaho Outfitters & Guides Licensing Board (IOGLB # 14651), and a licensed outfitter with the Oregon State Marine Board (OSMB #1236). Orange Torpedo Trips is an equal opportunity recreation services provider & employer.

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