The 3100 (series)

Written By Chris Anderson

Where rivers cut deep through ancient stone and every bend hides a new adventure, Idaho’s whitewater rivers are raw, rugged, and overflowing with epic adventures in all the right ways.

Produced by Fisher Creative in association with Visit Idaho and Madden Media, The 3100 is a cinematic exploration of Idaho’s legendary 3,100 miles of navigable whitewater — the most of any state in the Lower 48 — showcasing the state’s most rugged and revered river systems. Through the voices of those who know them best, a six-part YouTube series (available now) and feature documentary (coming soon) reveal the transformative power of Idaho’s whitewater rivers.

Whether you’re a seasoned paddler or just dreaming of your first ride, this adventure is for you.

WATCH THE TRAILER AND EPISODES BELOW

 
 

EPISODE 1: THE SELWAY RIVER

It’s one of the most exclusive whitewater journeys on Earth — a place where roaring rapids and pure solitude converge. This is the Selway.

This episode explores what makes the Selway one of Idaho’s most coveted river experiences — where clear waters, roaring whitewater and towering pines shape an unforgettable journey. Discover why Idaho whitewater holds such a powerful draw for adventurers and river enthusiasts alike.

    • Ari Kotler (SOAR Northwest)

    • Billie Prosser (ARTA River Rafting Trips)

    • Shane Mosser (SOAR Northwest)

    • Amber Shannon (SOAR)

    • Mark Fisher - Director, Producer, Director of Photography, and Cinematographer

    • Mike Banker - Producer

    • Andrea Rayburn - Executive Producer, Producer

    • Andre Womack - Executive Producer, Producer

    • Scott Rogers - Director of Photography, Cinematographer, and Assistant Editor

    • Sophie Danison - Cinematographer, Lead Editor, and Post-Production Manager

    • Chris Anderson - Cinematographer, Photographer, and Location Sound

    • Matt Casperson - Assistant Editor

    • Chris Liang - Sound Mix

    • Dan Olsen - Color

    • Kristen Brockel - Associate Producer and Graphics/Titles

    • Addy Coleman - Production Manager

    • Tessa Kalfell - Production Manager

    • Shelby Ledford - Production Manager

    • Robert Gibson - Graphics/Titles

EPISODE 2: THE BRUNEAU RIVER

The Bruneau River shatters your sense of time as you glide through ancient desert canyons, each twist of the river a journey deeper into solitude. A multi-day rafting odyssey where the only thing more rare than the rapids is the chance to encounter another soul.

In this episode, discover how Idaho’s explosive geologic history shaped the rugged beauty of this lesser-traveled Idaho whitewater river. From tight canyon corridors to powerful rapids, the Bruneau challenges paddlers and rewards them with unmatched, isolated beauty. Get a closer look at this unforgettable Idaho whitewater journey.

    • Jon Barker (Barker River Expeditions)

    • Gordon Grant (U.S. Forest Service)

    • Mark Fisher - Director, Producer, Director of Photography, and Cinematographer

    • Mike Banker - Producer

    • Andrea Rayburn - Executive Producer, Producer

    • Andre Womack - Executive Producer, Producer

    • Scott Rogers - Director of Photography, Cinematographer, and Assistant Editor

    • Sophie Danison - Cinematographer, Lead Editor, and Post-Production Manager

    • Chris Anderson - Cinematographer, Photographer, and Location Sound

    • Aharon Bram - Cinematographer

    • Matt Casperson - Assistant Editor

    • Chris Liang - Sound Mix

    • Dan Olsen - Color

    • Kristen Brockel - Associate Producer and Graphics/Titles

    • Addy Coleman - Production Manager

    • Tessa Kalfell - Production Manager

    • Shelby Ledford - Production Manager

    • Robert Gibson - Graphics/Titles

EPISODE 3: THE SALMON RIVER

Mighty, ancient and hallowed by the wild — the Salmon River is no ordinary waterway. Carved by time and untamed by man, it roars through a land forgotten by civilization, offering one of the most legendary whitewater experiences on Earth.

In this episode, experience the iconic “River of No Return”. Known as one of North America’s greatest multi-day Idaho whitewater trips, the Salmon delivers thrilling whitewater, sweeping canyon views and a legacy of exploration and challenge. From crashing rapids to riverside history, this episode captures what makes the Salmon a cornerstone of Idaho whitewater and a destination for adventurers from around the world.

    • Erik Weiseth (Orange Torpedo Trips)

    • Brooke Powell (Orange Torpedo Trips)

    • Cole Mooney (Orange Torpedo Trips)

    • Ryan Rooney (Orange Torpedo Trips)

    • Mark Fisher - Director, Producer, Director of Photography, and Cinematographer

    • Mike Banker - Producer

    • Andrea Rayburn - Executive Producer, Producer

    • Andre Womack - Executive Producer, Producer

    • Scott Rogers - Director of Photography, Cinematographer, and Assistant Editor

    • Sophie Danison - Cinematographer, Lead Editor, and Post-Production Manager

    • Chris Anderson - Cinematographer and Photographer

    • Greg Miller - Location Sound

    • Matt Casperson - Assistant Editor

    • Chris Liang - Sound Mix

    • Dan Olsen - Color

    • Kristen Brockel - Associate Producer and Graphics/Titles

    • Addy Coleman - Production Manager

    • Tessa Kalfell - Production Manager

    • Shelby Ledford - Production Manager

    • Robert Gibson - Graphics/Titles

EPISODE 4: THE SNAKE RIVER

A shiver runs through you, your skin prickles with anticipation — before you lies the mighty Snake River. Stretched out like a colossal serpent across Idaho, its raw power is inescapable, its presence undeniable.

In this episode, we dive into the heart-pounding thrills of Idaho’s whitewater jet boating, and the powerful cultural legacy of the Niimiipu (Nez Perce people) — the original guardians of this land. Two unforgettable journeys unfold on the wild Snake River, where adrenaline meets ancestry, and the stories of the past breathe life into one of the West’s most awe-inspiring rivers.

    • Kurt Killgore (Killgore Adventures)

    • Stacia Morfin (Nez Perce Tourism)

    • James Spencer (Nez Perce Tourism)

    • Mark Fisher - Director and Producer

    • Mike Banker - Producer

    • Andrea Rayburn - Executive Producer, Producer

    • Andre Womack - Executive Producer, Producer

    • Scott Rogers - Field Director, Producer, Director of Photography, Cinematographer, and Lead Editor

    • Sophie Danison - Cinematographer, Assistant Editor, and Post-Production Manager

    • Chris Anderson - Cinematographer and Photographer

    • Aharon Bram - Cinematographer

    • Matt Casperson - Assistant Editor

    • Chris Liang - Sound Mix

    • Dan Olsen - Color

    • Kristen Brockel - Associate Producer and Graphics/Titles

    • Addy Coleman - Production Manager

    • Tessa Kalfell - Production Manager

    • Shelby Ledford - Production Manager

    • Robert Gibson - Graphics/Titles

EPISODE 5: THE LOCHSA & ST. JOE RIVERS

River carnage, adrenaline blasting through your veins — welcome to the Lochsa & St. Joe Rivers, a dynamic duo of chaos and beauty.

This episode explores two of Idaho’s whitewater rivers. The technical Class IV rapids of the Lochsa is where spring runoff fuels an adrenaline-pumping Idaho whitewater playground for expert paddlers. Farther north, the St. Joe River winds through the Bitterroot Mountains, offering a mix of thrilling rapids and peaceful, forested stretches. Meet the river guides who return season after season, drawn to the power, beauty and challenge of Idaho’s whitewater.

    • Rian Garn (ROW Adventures)

    • Devin Chattman (ROW Adventures)

    • Mark Fisher - Director and Producer

    • Mike Banker - Producer

    • Andrea Rayburn - Executive Producer, Producer

    • Andre Womack - Executive Producer, Producer

    • Scott Rogers - Field Director, Producer, Director of Photography, Cinematographer, Location Sound, and Lead Editor

    • Sam Osterhout - Story Producer

    • Sophie Danison - Cinematographer, Location Sound, Assistant Editor, and Post-Production Manager

    • Aharon Bram - Cinematographer and Location Sound

    • Matt Casperson - Assistant Editor

    • Chris Liang - Sound Mix

    • Dan Olsen - Color

    • Kristen Brockel - Associate Producer and Graphics/Titles

    • Addy Coleman - Production Manager

    • Tessa Kalfell - Production Manager

    • Shelby Ledford - Production Manager

    • Robert Gibson - Graphics/Titles

EPISODE 6: THE PAYETTE RIVER

Offering an unmatched range of whitewater thrills, the Payette River beckons paddlers of all levels to plunge into some of the most exhilarating river adventures on Earth.

This episode explores how the Payette fosters a culture of adventure, welcoming first-time paddlers and seasoned pros alike. Dive into beginner-friendly floats on the Main Payette and Cabarton sections to legendary Class V rapids on the North Fork. This is a river that fuels the Idaho whitewater community and continues to inspire generations of river runners.

    • Sage Donnely (Cascade Raft and Kayak)

    • Darby McAdams

    • Kenneth Long (Cascade Raft and Kayak)

    • Mark Fisher - Director, Producer, Director of Photography, and Cinematographer

    • Mike Banker - Producer

    • Andrea Rayburn - Executive Producer, Producer

    • Andre Womack - Executive Producer, Producer

    • Scott Rogers - Director of Photography, Cinematographer, and Assistant Editor

    • Sophie Danison - Cinematographer, Lead Editor, and Post-Production Manager

    • Chris Anderson - Photographer and Location Sound

    • Matt Casperson - Assistant Editor

    • Chris Liang - Sound Mix

    • Dan Olsen - Color

    • Kristen Brockel - Associate Producer and Graphics/Titles

    • Addy Coleman - Production Manager

    • Tessa Kalfell - Production Manager

    • Shelby Ledford - Production Manager

    • Robert Gibson - Graphics/Titles

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