• National Park Service
• BLM
• Alaska Public Lands Information Office in Anchorage
• Knik Canoe and Kayak Club - Local boaters club site.
• Alaska River Forecast
• Sea Kayak and river kayak rentals and instruction, Alaska Kayak School and PW Sound Sea Kayak Center.
• Raft rentals - Call NOVA or Alaska Raft and Kayak.
• Raft Rentals in the Copper River Area - River Wrangellers
• Raft sales and related equipment - Call NOVA about our Vanguard Inflatables and other products.

There have been numerous river guide books published on Alaska. The largest collection in any publication has focused primarily on whitewater but has a wealth of information beyond the ordinary. Fast & Cold by Dr. Andrew Embick is a must have

• Before embarking on any kind of wilderness journey in Alaska make sure you understand the gamut of what can happen and be prepared.
• In the river segment, consider taking two craft minimum, particularly if there's whitewater.
• Understand proper wildlife etiquette.
• Keep bomb-proof fire starting paraphernalia on you.
• Understand and practice "Low Impact Camping" techniques.
• File a trip plan with someone not on the trip.
• Understand "hypothermia" signs, symptoms, treatment and prevention.
• Have a least one or more participants knowledgeable about how to deal with medical emergencies. Build a first-aid kit around their abilities, or buy a professionally made one like "Adventure
• Medical Kits" through "Northwest River Supplies".
• Bring a "Personal Location Transmitter" or an aircraft hand held radio. These are rentable in Anchorage. Try "Eagle Enterprises" at 907-562-2331. Satellite phones are available for rent at many dealers in Anchorage.