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Facilitators of Adventure & Good Times

Meet the Team Behind Jefferson State Outfitters.

David
Brooke
Charlye ✨
Our Story - The Family

Who We Are

I grew up here in Southern Oregon and was blessed to have parents and grandparents who took me rafting and fishing on the Rogue River. Life on the river was something I loved, but took for granted, as it was really all I knew.

In 2014 I left home to play football at Lindenwood University in St. Charles Missouri. After two years in the midwest, I knew I had to come home. When I came home I brought a few of my college buddies with me and took them on a 3 day trip down the Wild & Scenic Rogue River. It was on this trip that I discovered what I wanted to do - to share my favorite places in the world, run white water and catch fish.

While finishing college at Southern Oregon University I began raft and fish guiding. After graduation I started Jefferson State Outfitters with a few cheap rafts, a drift boat and an old van.

Today we have a small fleet of top of the line rafts, a whole lot of fishing tackle and a team of the best guides and personalities on the river.

We hope to see you and your friends and family on the river and to continue fulfilling our mission: to facilitate adventure and good times.

— David, Brooke, Charlye and the J.S.O. Team

Safety, Gear, and Community

We are more than just a guide service; we are members of the Central Point and Gold Hill community. We pride ourselves on using the best equipment—from Willie Boats to professional-grade whitewater rafts—ensuring that your safety and comfort are always the top priority. Whether you're a first-timer at Nugget Falls or a seasoned angler on the Umpqua, you're in good hands with the J.S.O. crew.

See why we are the top-rated Rogue River guides on Google and TripAdvisor.

Meet Your Guides

The Captains

Captain David McCollum

Captain David McCollum

Founder • White Water & Fishing Guide

USCG Captain. David turned his passion for the river into Jefferson State Outfitters to share the magic of Southern Oregon with the world.

Captain Brian Thibeault

Captain Brian Thibeault

USCG Captain • Jet Boat Pilot • TBO

A paraglide instructor, class 5 kayaker, and arguably the most stoked person on the river. He is your best friend on the water and in the air.

Captain Parker Biedscheid

Captain Parker Biedscheid

USCG Captain • White Water & Fishing Guide

Expert guide dedicated to ensuring safety and fun on every trip. Known for putting guests on the fish and navigating the biggest water with ease.

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Join The Adventure

Jefferson State Outfitters is a team of white water rafting and fishing guides dedicated to facilitating adventure and good times on the beautiful rivers of Northern California and Southern Oregon.