Jayson Lucarelli

Job Title: 

River Guide (Penobscot)

Certifications: 

Level 2 Maine River Guide Certification

Swift Water Rescue Certification

Hunting & Fishing Guide

Recreation Guide

WFR

Originally from:

Brownsville, Vermont 

How long have you worked in the Outdoor Industry? 

I’ve been involved with the outdoor industry since 2009

What is your origin story working for Three Rivers Whitewater?

I have worked in the industry since 2009 with a few different rafting companies in Maine but after meeting the Three Rivers staff and going on play runs in 2016 and enjoying the way they ran their trips. I joined up with them in 2017. 

What do you love most about being a Maine River Guide?

I enjoy the combination of a scenic wilderness landscape while rafting technical Class V whitewater that the Penobscot offers. 

What is your favorite rapid to guide in Maine?

Daily challenge of the Crib Works is always exciting for me.

What is your favorite hike in Maine? 

It’s usually to my favorite hunting spots, so that’s a secret. 

What do you enjoy doing when not working?

When I’m not rafting I enjoy fishing and working on my own hunting guiding business.

Favorite experience on the river?

It’s hard to narrow it down. I’ve had a lot of good times and a lot of good seasons meeting great people. I really enjoy the whitewater scene.

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