Registration open for GTE Conference 2021
The IRF GTE Conference 2021 will be an online event. Registration is now open.The GTE Conference is an opportunity for all Instructors and Assessors to review and update their knowledge and skills of the IRF's Guide Training & Education…
Rafael Gallo leaves us in body but never in spirit or mind
The IRF, and indeed the entire rafting world, has been deeply saddened by the passing of Rafael Gallo, Honorary President of the IRF. The outpouring of messages has been huge and an indication of the respect that so many held for Rafa. A true…
GTE FAQs? Learn the IRF GTE system in a nutshell
IRF GTE FAQs
What is the IRF and the Guide Training & Education (GTE) system?
The International Rafting Federation (IRF) is the globally recognised legitimate body that represents the sport of rafting and river conservation. It also organises…
Raft guide workshops across the globe
The IRF's calendar for raft guide workshops in 2021 is building up pleasingly fast now, and there are some great locations on offer for potential raft guides, trip leaders and instructors to choose from. See the full, and ever growing list,…
GTE Conference 2021 plans
Many events over the past year have had to rethink how they operate. The IRF GTE Conference 2021 is no different. Large numbers of events have not been able to operate face to face and many have opted for online formats.
After careful consideration…
Renew your GTE certification quick and simple
Travel restrictions, local lockdowns, and business closures have made it difficult to renew your GTE certification this last year. We understand how frustrating this can be so we're trying to make the renewal process quicker and easier for you.
How…
Minding edges to improve on water performance
Following on from our introduction last year, we catch up with Annalee Decker for her thoughts on what off water endeavours can bring to on water improvement.
Minding edges - by Annalee Decker
I've often been told the most difficult part…
Save the Zambezi – Stop the Batoka Gorge Dam
Urgent effort is required to stop the Batoka Gorge dam on the Zambezi river. This world renowned stretch of river is planned to be dammed for the purported benefits of hydro-electric production. The International Rafting Federation is vehemently…
Winter guide work in a covid climate – what are your options?
As the southern hemisphere starts to warm up to a covid-19 impacted season, we take a look at winter guide work in a covid climate. With international quarantines and travel restrictions in play, the usual suspects will be off limits for most…
