Stellar Descents is located just west of the junction of Hwy 16 and Hwy 5 near the beautiful Robson Valley. The surrounding Rocky Mountain peaks make every moment an amazing memory.  Based in Tete Jean Cache BC, Stellar has been offering amazing Whitewater Adventurers since 2010.  We are a small company with big rapids on world class rivers - trust us size matters!  As a small Whitewater Company, we strive for excellence in customer service and exercise the highest standards of safety to provide the ultimate Whitewater Adventure.  It is with this in mind that Stellar hires experienced, qualified, and exemplary guides.  Our guides take pride in welcoming our clients as a part of our family! Let us take care of your needs and enhance your river experience.  Join Stellar Descents for your unforgettable river adventures.

the stellar team

Meet Owner Justin Hachman.

​ Originally from Southern Ontario, he has made his home in the majestic Robson Valley. A world traveler, Justin has guided in Japan and Canada and kayaked and surfed in Wales. He has found the best of all adventure sports in the Valley with its unparalleled access to amazing whitewater in the summer and skiing in the winter.  In 2022 Justin became a partial owner of Stellar Descents so he could continue to do what he loves the most, which is bringing people into the wilderness and showing them what joy adventure can bring them.

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​Favourite River: The Dore
River Quote: “Let's go let's go”

Raft Guide/ Instructor  Brooke

Coming to the Robson Valley from: Maple Ridge, BC

Meet Brooke Zelinski. She has been enjoying life outdoors since she can remember, and life on the river since September 2022. After her first week learning how to whitewater kayak, she was hooked. Throughout the summer she can be spotted having the time of her life on the back of a raft or in a kayak, and throughout the winter she can be spotted daydreaming about the summer. She is almost never without a smile on her face when she is on the river, and is always excited to share the stoke with everyone around her. Brooke has been involved in Girl Guides since she was nine years old and now is a leader for a unit in Kamloops. Through Girl Guides, she has been able to travel around much of British Columbia and experience some of the most beautiful places the province has to offer. She is so excited for the summer and to do more exploring throughout the Robson Valley!


Favorite River: Capilano River
River Quote: Lets go Boatin! (I'd love to think more on this and send a better one when I think of it tho)
Best Known for: Wearing her white cowboy hat, baking cookies for her friends, and singing Girl Guide songs.
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Instagram: @brooke_zel.3

Raft Guide  Kennedy

.Coming to the Robson Valley from:  Meota, Saskatchewan

I was born and raised in Saskatchewan, and spent summers exploring the lakes there before moving to Vancouver. It didn't take me long to fall in love with the mountains of the lower mainland, and after moving to Fernie to study Adventure tourism I fell even more in love with being on the rivers.

Favorite River: the Kootenay
River Quote: still working on it.
Best Known for: Being able to take a quick nap regardless of the environment.

​Instagram: ken_rae_

Instuctor / Admin Vanessa

Robson Valley Local!
 
Vanessa grew up in Ontario before moving out West years ago searching for adventure and the outdoors. She’s never looked back, and now lives in Tete-Jaune on an acreage, raising chickens and growing vegetables, while working as a physiotherapist. She loves the Robson Valley for the incredible access to mountain biking, hiking, and pristine rivers. She loves working with Stellar part-time to enjoy the outdoors with smiling people and share the stoke.


Favorite River: The Beaver
River Quote: Man, I love it here.
Best Known for: Answering medical questions.

Instagram: vmcgib