Winding Waters RaftingSeptember 6 through 11, 2012 Plate & Pitchfork and Winding Waters River Expeditions will travel to Eastern Oregon September 6-11, 2012 to explore rolling prairie, verdant valleys and timbered rangeland that is home to Carman Ranch and 6 Ranch. Tour the ranches and learn the art and science behind raising great beef exclusively on pasture. Rope a calf and enjoy a traditional branding-style BBQ prepared by Portland chefs Benjamin Bettinger of Beaker & Flask and Jason Barwikowski of the Woodsman Tavern. After the ranch visit, guests will spend three days rafting in Hells Canyon, the deepest river gorge in North America.  Enjoy more gourmet meals from Ben and Jason, along with the thrill of class III and IV whitewater adventure.