From the 26th to the 29th of May 2022, on the banks of the Drac, between Grenoble & Gap
From the 26th to the 29th of May 2022, on the banks of the Drac, between Grenoble & Gap
An introduction to packrafting, bike-rafting, multiple descents from class 1 to 4, a concert... It doesn't matter if you are a novice or an experienced paddler, come and meet other members of the packrafting community and let's have fun together on and off the water! The event is open to all and the choice of activities is up to you!
Discover the joys of packrafting on a simple section (class 1/2) in the company of professional guides or experienced packrafters.
Follow a beautiful itinerary beneath the stunning peaks of the Ecrins massif, before heading back to the campsite with your bike attached to your boat.
Séveraisse, Drac Blanc, Souloise... Experienced packrafters will find an Alpine playground that lives up to their expectations!
Cool people, a concert, some pizzas & local beers are just some of the ingredients for an unforgetable weekend!
Learn the basics of white water safety with state-certified guides: Rope throwing, whitewater swimming, river scouting...
How to plan your descent when it's your first time on a river? Come and discuss some tips and ideas to plan a safe and enjoyable decent!
Do you feel like chilling out on the banks of an incredible landscape? Spend the afternoon paddling the best beaches of the Sautet Lake with your packraft
Location & acces, pricing... Find all the necessary info below to plan your weekend! If you have and questions, just drop us an email at olivier(at)mekongpackraft.com or call us : 0033 7 62 75 95 81.
YOU ARE RESPONSABLE FOR YOUR OWN SAFETY! The event is organised to allow people to get together and enjoy paddling together. We will look after the organisation of activities at the campsite (reservation of pitches, workshops on the banks) but will not organise the logistics to get to the put in or the actual paddling. Everyone should be autonomous and responsable of their security on and off the water.
However, experienced packrafters will be able to provide support and share advice. The idea is that small groups go on the water together.
The festival will take place in Saint Bonnet en Champsaur, within the campsite Les Rives du Drac
- The festival is free to alol - There will be paid workshops taught by professional guides. They will charge the price directly. - The camping pitch is to be paid in advance, and serves as registration to the festival. The price is 10€ a night per person in a tent or 14€ if you are in a van or motorhome.
- You need to have your own packraft to pacticipate at the festival (unfortunately we will not be able to rent, loan or sell boats).
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It is essential to be equipped with all the safety equipment for whitewater descents (pfd, helmet, whistle, thermal protection).
- Some of the equipement can be rented (wetsuits) or bought (whistle, paddle, helmet) during the festival. To reserve a wetsuit please go to HERE Payment should be made by cheque or cash at the event.
- You need to register to participate at the festival. To do so, please fill out the form and reserve your campsite pitch (see further down)
Compulsory
Recommended
- Plan a picnic or snack for the lunchtime meals
- Bring a meal for the thursday evening
In order to facilitate the organization of the festival, we ask participants to register before their arrival. Please do this as far in advance as possible, the number of places is limited. Thank you!
FIRST STEP: fill out the form beneath:
SECOND STEP: Reserve your camping pitch by clicking HEREThe reservation will serve to confirm your registration!
We will set up camp and organise the pitches. Any help is welcome 🙂
Before hitting the river, learn (or go-over) the basics of on-water communication, including the principal signs.
Organised by Mekong
Explore the surrounding rivers at your own pace! If you have some paddling experience or want to try a particular section, speak to other participants and get a group together! By paddling together you can share tips and learn from each other!
Learn the basics of paddling safety for packrafts on calm water and class II rivers.
Organised by Hike2River, price 25€
Learn the best reflexes in case you end up out of your boat
Organised by Hike2River
Tips, advice and some cool ressources: discover how to prepare your paddling trip for a safe and fun adventure!
Organised by Mekong
Bring your salads, quiches, pizzas and other food for a shared meal! There will be beer on tap!
We will be going over the principal on-water safety signs and communications
Organised by Mekong
Learn the basics of paddling technique for packrafts on calm water and class II rivers.
Organised by Hike2River, price 25€
Explore the surrounding rivers at your own pace! If you have some paddling experience or want to try a particular section, speak to other participants and get a group together! By paddling together you can share tips and learn from each other!
Paddle a river with cl IV sections with excercises to improve your paddling skills and safety
Organised by Hike2River, price 55€
Learn the basics of paddling safety for packrafts on calm water and class II rivers.
Organised by Hike2River, price 25€
Learn how to start a fire without a lighter or matches in the great outdoors
Organised by Kaio Adventures, contribution to expenses 5€
Discover the basics of bikerafting anfd ho to mix pedals and paddles
Organised by Mekong
Sensibilisation sur la problématique des déchets en rivière et présentation de l’App Plastic Origins lors d’une démo en bord de rivière.
Take time to breathe and have some fun: make a small folded boat and other creations from a sheet of paper.
Organised by Patricia, contribution to expenses 5€
Tips, advice and some cool ressources: discover how to prepare your paddling trip for a safe and fun adventure!
Learn how to throw your rope in a white water environement
Organised by Hike2River
Come and grill some sausages, chips and vegetables around a collective barbecue. We will get together to eat and drink some good local beers.
Come and share your last packraft adventure with us. We will be screening some cool trips and stories.
We will be going over the principal on-water safety signs and communications
Organised by Mekong
Learn the basics of paddling technique for packrafts on calm water and class II rivers.
Organised by Hike2River, price 25€
Explore the surrounding rivers at your own pace! If you have some paddling experience or want to try a particular section, speak to other participants and get a group together! By paddling together you can share tips and learn from each other!
Learn the basics of paddling technique for packrafts on calm water and class II rivers.
Organised by Hike2River, price 55€
Learn the basics of paddling safety for packrafts on calm water and class II rivers.
Organised by Hike2River, price 25€
Learn the basics to set up and ultralight bivoauc. Being able to set up a light camp will give you new ideas for trips!
Organised by Anthony from Carnets d'Aventure
Learn how to start a fire without a lighter or matches in the great outdoors
Organised by Kaio Adventures, contribution to expenses 5€
Take time to breathe and have some fun: make a small folded boat and other creations from a sheet of paper.
Organised by Patricia, contribution to expenses 5€
Learn how to recover a stuck packraft and set up a simple mechanical advantage with pulleys
Organised by Mekong
Test your safety knowledge by participating in a team challenge: rope throwing and swimming technique will be needed!
Organised by Hike2River
Stretch and strengthen your body though a yoga session
Organised by Sandie
A caterer will be bringing a meal (to be decided) to satisfy our hunger after a long day on the river. The price will be around 8-10€.
Skatapulse, quartet de Ska, Rock Steady & New Orelans Carnaval sera là pour nous faire dancer!
We will be meeting on the banks of the Drac above the campsite (depending on conditions) and will all paddle together!
We will share a last meal all together before saying goodbye and till next time!
Autour du camping, il y a de nombreuses rivières et lacs navigables, pour tous les goûts et niveaux ! Il y a plusieurs sections navigables sur le Drac, en amont (clII) et en aval (cl III) du camping. Il y a aussi plusieurs rivières plus difficiles dans les vallées à proximité, notamment la Séveraisse (cl III(IV), la Souloise (cl III-IV) et le Drac Blanc (cl III(IV) et Noir (IV) en fonction des niveaux d’eau. Plus loin vous pouvez naviguer sur plusieurs sections de la Durance (cl II à III) et la Bonne (III-IV). Il y a des belles balades en eau calme sur le Lac de Sautet et Monteynard. Voici la carte avec les classements et horaires (en voiture).
Voici les topos détaillés de:
La Séveraisse depuis le Bourd, Cliquez ICI
Drac depuis Pont du Fossé. Cliquez ICI
Drac depuis Saint Bonnet. Cliquez ICI
Durance depuis St Clement. Cliquez ICI
Le livre « Rivières Sauvages » de L. Nicolet pourra être acheté sur le Festival avec plus de 100 parcours sur 63 rivières en France.
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