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May 16, 2026
Redside Foundation Rendezvous
Keynote Speaker:
3:30-4:30 pm
Breaking Out of the Eddy: Navigating Transitions on and off the River
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Videos + Interviews
Totally Booked with Zibby
Zibby is joined by legendary whitewater rafting guide and debut author Bridget Crocker to discuss THE RIVER’S DAUGHTER, a vivid, propulsive, and deeply insightful memoir about finding courage and meaning in a life outdoors. Bridget shares the decades-long journey of writing her story, which traces her turbulent upbringing in Wyoming, her profound connection to rivers and nature, and her path to healing from trauma, addiction, anxiety, and generational cycles of abuse. She also reflects on her years as an international river guide and the resilience she gained through listening—both to the natural world and her inner voice.
Breaking Cycles and Finding Meaning Through Nature with Bridget Crocker
Bridget Crocker, Adventure Travel Writer and Author of “The River’s Daughter,” joins Planning Alternatives' Day in a Canoe to talk about her journey from growing up along the Snake River in Jackson Hole, Wyoming, to becoming an international river guide and writer. Bridget explores how nature, adventure, and personal reflection shaped her understanding of true wealth — one rooted in connection, curiosity, and healing. Her memoir captures both her physical and emotional voyages, revealing how confronting hardship can lead to profound growth and reconciliation.
Whitewater and Power Structures: A Journey with Bridget Crocker
Mandela Leola Van Eeden's “The Trail Less Traveled” is dedicated to documenting humanity & planet earth by gathering stories & sounds from the most remote locations around the world.
Successful Book Launch: Debut Memoir with Bridget Crocker
Bridget joins author branding expert, Andrea Guevara, to share her insights on defying expectations, cultivating confidence, and the significance of community and support in the writing journey. We also touch on the themes of healing, personal growth, and the importance of staying true to oneself throughout the process, as well as making intuition-based decisions, including her Whole-Body ‘Yes’ experience.
Well Published! with Bridget Crocker, author of the debut memoir ‘The River’s Daughter’
A recording from Aimee Liu's live video series on book publishing.
Must-Read Summer Books: Stories of Survival and Resilience
Join EveryLibrary Live! for a must-attend panel featuring three gripping, river-inspired books perfect for your summer reading list. Shelley Read (Go as a River), Callan Wink (Beartooth), and Bridget Crocker (The River’s Daughter) will discuss how rivers shape their unforgettable stories of survival, adventure, and resilience. Hosted by Andrew Albanese.
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