Meet the Family
Embark on an adventure of a lifetime with Apex Rafting Company, a local family-run business that’s been guiding thrill-seekers through the wild rapids of southeastern British Columbia since 1993. Led by the dynamic duo of Ralph and Debbie Koerber, Apex Rafting promises an unforgettable experience on the Illecillewaet River.
Ralph got his start in the rafting world as a bus driver and guide-in-training in the 1980s, honing his skills on the Toby Creek and the Kicking Horse, Kootenay, and White Rivers. Ralph spent the next several summers guiding on the Kicking Horse River, with brief stints on other rivers like the Ottawa and Gauley. It was during this time that he met Debbie, who was working as a photographer on the Kicking Horse.
In 1993, Ralph and Debbie decided to make their dream of running their own rafting company a reality and moved to Revelstoke, BC.
They started Apex Rafting with just a van and a boat, but through their hard work and dedication, they’ve grown the business into a beloved institution in the community. Ralph has led over 1500 trips on the Illecillewaet River, and Debbie captures the beauty of the river through her camera lens.
The Koerbers are not just business partners but also a family, and they’re proud to have raised their children in the community they love. Their son Matthew is a kayaker, daughter Tayla is a river guide, and youngest daughter Josi helps manage the office and joins her dad on the river.
Join the Apex Rafting family and discover the beauty of the Illecillewaet River with the experts who have been sharing it with adventurers from around the world for over two decades!
Meet the Family
Embark on the adventure of a lifetime with Apex Rafting, a local, family-run business that’s been guiding thrill-seekers through the wild rapids of southeastern British Columbia since 1993. Led by expert river guides Ralph and Debbie Koerber, Apex Rafting has brought countless memorable experiences to thrill-seekers over the last three decades.
Ralph got his start in the rafting world as a bus driver and guide-in-training in the 1980s, honing his skills on the Toby Creek and the Kicking Horse, Kootenay, and White Rivers. Ralph spent the next several summers guiding on the Kicking Horse River, with brief stints on other rivers like the Ottawa and Gauley. It was during this time that he met Debbie, who was working as a photographer on the Kicking Horse.
In 1993, Ralph and Debbie decided to make their dream of running their own rafting company a reality and moved to Revelstoke, BC.
They started Apex Rafting with just a van and a boat, but through their hard work and dedication, they’ve grown the business into a beloved institution in the community. Ralph has led over 1500 trips on the Illecillewaet River, and Debbie captures the beauty of the river through her camera lens.
The Koerbers are not just business partners but also a family, and they’re proud to have raised their children in the community they love. Their son Matthew is a kayaker, daughter Tayla is a river guide, and youngest daughter Josi helps manage the office and often joins her dad on the river.
Be a part of the Apex Rafting family and discover the beauty of the Illecillewaet River with experts who have been sharing it with adventurers for over 30 years!
Get to know us
Meet the team at Apex Rafting, a group of experienced and enthusiastic whitewater rafters ready to take you on the adventure of a lifetime. Our guides are certified in swift water rescue and first aid and have a deep understanding and love for the Illecillewaet River. Ralph and Debbie Koerber lead the team and have 30+ years of experience in the industry.
