SafetyEvery New Packrafter in Hokkaido Multiplies the Possibilities
Every New Packrafter in Hokkaido Multiplies the Possibilities — Growing the Community
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SafetyBuilding a River Paddling Culture with Packrafts — Supporting the First Step
There are more people who want to try packraft river paddling than you'd think — they just haven't taken that first step yet. In 2025, Packraft Hokkaido is starting to actively support beginners from zero experience to their first real river trip.
IntroductionIt Was Packrafting That Brought Me Back to the River
The story behind Packraft Hokkaido — a former river guide who stepped away from the water for years, and how discovering packrafting at 40 pulled him back in. A personal introduction to this blog and community.