Welcome to the OARS Affiliate Program
Founded in 1969, OARS is one of the most respected river outfitters in the world, offering professionally guided rafting trips and multi-sport adventures across the American West and beyond.
Partnering with OARS means aligning with a trusted, values-driven company known for professionalism, stewardship, and exceptional guest experiences. From 1-day rafting trips on California’s American River to the Middle Fork of the Salmon River in Idaho, we offer itineraries on more rivers across the West than any other outfitter. Our mission is to provide transformative outdoor experiences that inspire a lifelong connection to wild places.
Learn more at: OARS.com
Why Partner With OARS?
A Legacy Brand: Second-generation, family-owned and -operated company that’s routinely recognized as “best in class” by major travel publications.
High Average Booking Value: With an average multi-day booking of approximately $3,000 ($1,000 for 1-day trips), your earning potential per conversion is significant.
Unrivaled Inventory: We hold the most diverse collection of river-running permits in the world, offering your audience unparalleled access to iconic waterways.
Premium Assets: Access high-quality imagery and video in the Documents Tab to help you create compelling, high-converting content.
Program Terms at a Glance
Our goal is to drive bookings for our domestic multi-day and one-day river trips, while rewarding our partners with a competitive commission structure.
Here’s what we offer:
- 4% commission on all multi-day domestic river trips (excluding Grand Canyon)
- 6% commission on domestic 1-day rafting trips and 2-day trips on California’s American River
Additional Program FAQs:
- Cookie Duration: 60 days (last click attribution).
- Qualified Sale: A completed, fully paid booking. Canceled or refunded bookings are not eligible.
- Payment Timeline: Commissions are processed within 30 days after trip completion. Note: As guests often book far in advance, payment may occur several months after the initial sale.
- Payout Details: Paid in USD via ACH direct deposit once a $50 minimum threshold is met.
For more information visit the Terms tab.
Who We’re Looking to Partner With
We seek high-caliber publishers, writers, influencers, content creators who share our passion for the wild. We are specifically looking to collaborate with:
- Experienced lifestyle & travel journalists and freelance writers
- Authority outdoor voices
- Conservation storytellers
- Family adventure experts
If your audience values authentic, experience-driven outdoor travel, we look forward to building a successful partnership with you!
Create an Awin account and apply today. For questions about the program, contact Cari Morgan at carim@oars.com.
