Expert river guides who know how to have FUN!

At Wild West Whitewater Rafting we take our jobs seriously while providing a fun family atmosphere. Our team of certified professional rafting guides has been trained in all aspects of river safety and navigation. We have a long list of certifications and accreditations, including an official AAA approval rating. Your safety and enjoyment are our utmost concern!

Patrik Ondrus: Born in Prague, Czech Republic, Patrik is our international man. Patrik manages and guides for Wild West.  When not rafting Patrik can be found traveling the mountains with his Jack Russell Terrier, Yogi. Patrik speaks Czech, German and Spanish.




Marcus Savage: Marcus has recently received a master’s degree in aeronautical engineering from Bristol University in the United Kingdom.  With wacky catch phrases like, “Yep Yep,” “On the Head” and “I’m a good boy,” Marcus is a joy to have on any rafting trip. This coming fall Marcus plans on trying out for the Tottenham Hotspurs at the wing forward position.

Lance Gray: Originally from San Diego, Lance has found a home in Paradise Valley along the banks of the Yellowstone River. Lance, a standout athlete, has chosen to forego the multitude of scholarship offers in order to pursue a Fire Science degree. One of his other passions is dancing. Turn on the Temptations and you'll be treated to a visual feast that has been unequalled since the Jackson 5 reunion concert in ’87.

Scott Swisher: “The Swish” grew up on the move and has really never stopped. After many years of living amongst dogs and training them for the Iditarod he has decided to apply his skills as a boatman for Wild West. Several years rafting the Yellowstone have seasoned his gruff exterior and brought out the sensitive nature lover inside.

Isaac: "Sticks," as he is affectionately known, is a born and bred Montana Man. He has spent the last year traveling. With a semester in the NOLS program under his belt he set his sights on Peru. After climbing the most difficult mountains in Peru, he finally made his return to Montana. He has returned to Wild West with rafting bigger muscles, bigger stories and the same old sense of humor.

Rachel Boam: Rachel grew up in Eastern Wyoming where she developed a love for the outdoors at an early age.  Now a senior at the University of Idaho she continues to pursue her love for nature.  She enjoys whitewater rafting on the Yellowstone, hiking, camping and ponies. Rachel loves being a guide at Wild West and says she is always sad when the summer ends.

Gene Gligorea: A first year guide from Sheridan, Wyoming, he enjoys whitewater rafting, sports and sport articles. He is a senior at the University of Idaho majoring in Health and Physical Education.  Gene has a deep and profound love for the outdoors and his loving girlfriend Rachel.