Rafts & Catarafts
The Rental Center is located in the University of Idaho Student Recreation Center (SRC). All prices listed reflect two-day or weekend rates, pick-up and drop-off days are free.
To check equipment availability, call 208-885-6170.
Rafts & Catarafts
Description | U of I Student Rate | Non-Student Rate |
---|---|---|
10’ 6” paddle raft (Four to five persons) With Oar Frame (Three persons) |
$110 $120 |
$140 $150 |
12’ 6” paddle raft (Four to five persons) With Oar Frame (Three persons) |
$120 $140 |
$150 $170 |
14’ paddle raft (Six to eight persons) With Oar Frame (Five persons) With Fish Frame (Three persons) |
$140 $160 $180 |
$170 $190 $210 |
16’ paddle raft (Eight to 10 persons) With Oar Frame (Six to seven persons) |
$180 $190 |
$210 $220 |

14’ cataraft with frame (Two persons ) | U of I Student $120 | Non-Student $160

17’ 6” cataraft with frame (Two persons & gear) | U of I Student $140 | Non-Student $180
Center or stern frames - varying configurations | U of I Student $60 | Non-Student $90
Cooler frame - mounts on thwarts to carry cooler, drybox or other gear | U of I Student $30 | Non-Student $50
Three oars | U of I Student $20 | Non-Student $30
Fish frame | U of I Student $80 | Non-Student $100
12 NRS straps for rigging cargo | U of I Student $8 | Non-Student $12
Water Clothing & Equipment
Farmer John Wetsuit | U of I Student $7 | Non-Student $10
Splash or Neoprene Jacket | U of I Student $7 | Non-Student $10
Farmer John Wetsuit and Jacket Combo | U of I Student $12 | Non-Student $16
Booties or Gloves | U of I Student $4 | Non-Student $6
Raft or Canoe - Carlisle | U of I Student $4 | Non-Student $6
Sea Kayak - Aquabound | U of I Student $7 | Non-Student $10
Whitewater - Carlisle Magic | U of I Student $7 | Non-Student $10
Life Jackets - Type III or V from Youth to XXL | U of I Student $5 | Non-Student $8
Helmets - Pro-Tec | U of I Student $5 | Non-Student $8
Dry Bags - NRS Outfitter or four small bags | U of I Student $7 | Non-Student $10
Throw Rope | U of I Student $65 | Non-Student $8
Raft Cargo Deck or Cargo Net | U of IStudent $5 | Non-Student $8
Pumps - Wonder Pump | U of I Student $5 | Non-Student $8
Ammo Can 11” x 7” x 6” | U of I Student $5 | Non-Student $8
River Toilet System | Student $18 | Non-Student $24
Coolers, Stoves & More
Cooler - 80, 105, and 123 quart | U of I Students $10 | Non-Student $16
Cooler - 160, 175, and 210 quart | U of I Student $18 | Non-Student $24
Dry Box - York Pack 80 quart |U of I Student $8 | Non-Student $16
MSR Whisperlight with fuel | U of I Student $8 | Non-Student $12
Coleman Two-Burner Camp Stove with fuel | U of I Student $10 | Non-Student $14
Roll-a-table | U of I Student $6 | Non-Student $10
Fire Pan | U of I Student $4 | Non-Student $6
Extra Fuel Bottle | U of I Student $3 | Non-Student $6
Cooking Pot - 1- or 2-Quart Stainless Steel | U of I Student $3 | Non-Student $6
Lantern - Coleman with fuel | U of I Student $10 | Non-Student $156
First Aid Kit | U of I Student $3 | Non-Student $6
Camp Chair | U of I Student $5 | Non-Student $8
Bear Canister | U of I Students $4 | Non-Student $6
Rental Information
Anyone is welcome to rent equipment. Current U of I students receive a discount on all rentals with their VandalCard.
The U of I Rental Center is user-fee supported.
- All prices listed reflect two-day or weekend rates.
- No charge for pickup and return days (except for one-day rentals).
- Advance reservations accepted with payment at the rental center.
- Long-term daily rental prices are reduced 50 percent after Five days paid at regular rate.
- Equipment must be returned during regular business hours.
- Cancellations more than 14 days notice = 90 percent refund.
- Cancellations less than 14 days out = 75 percent rental credit refund.
We cannot issue refunds for purchases made with rental credit.
Avoid the weekend rush, and make reservations 10 a.m.- 4:30 p.m. Monday - Thursday. Reservations can be made with full payment at the rental center.
Bring valid ID, and allow at least 15 minutes when picking up or returning equipment so staff can verify its condition.
Academic Rental Center Hours
Monday - Friday | 10 a.m. - 6 p.m.
Summer Rental Center Hours
Monday - Friday | 10 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.