BLUE DREAM WILDLIFE RIVER TOURS ROSEBURG, OREGON
These boat tours are an opportunity for you to get out on the beautiful rivers and lakes of Southwest Oregon. A chance for an authentic experience of the natural world at its best, relaxing on the water in a fine wooden boat
This is a slow ride with no whitewater. We are dedicated to your family having a safe, and memorable trip. Based out of Roseburg, these trips on the beautiful Umpqua River can be customized to your interests and enjoyment, whether it’s relaxing and watching the water flow by, looking for wildlife and birds, or fishing.
After 20 years of fishing and crabbing in Southwest Oregon waters, Captain Bluebird has seen the area’s soul healing power. He wants to share his experience with others who may not have the opportunity to witness it themselves.
He was inspired to do this after seeing how the rivers and scenic beauty helped to heal his veteran friends. It is important to spread the message that being in nature has a positive impact on mental
health and wellbeing.
Robert ‘Captain Bluebird’ Hoehne’s love for nature began at a young age. He grew up on a farm near the Delaware River, often fishing with his dad, who taught him the importance of conservation. In Douglas County, he has been coordinating the Umpqua River Cleanup for the past 39 years. Robert volunteers with Umpqua Watersheds, and is a South Umpqua River Steward with the Native Fish Society. He is also certified and licensed with the U.S. Coast Guard and State Marine Board.
Bird Watching and More
The Bald Eagle is one of many birds that can be spotted along the beautiful Umpqua River Osprey Main Umpqua Great Blue Heron South Umpqua River Robert ‘Captain Bluebird’ Hoehne’s love for nature began at a young age. He grew up on a farm near the Delaware River, often fishing with his dad, who taught him the importance of conservation.
The Blue Dream is an 18′ wooden boat design, which is a sled, that is part of the Umpqua wooden boat history. The Blue Dream was built in 1990 with the original jigs and design of the Kugler boats.
Pricing varies based on location and number of people. Boat is limited to 4 people .
For scheduling please call Robert
What our clients say
Tracy Maxwell
We sure had a great tour with Captain Bluebird! WOW!!! I took my family (including a 4 year old) and EVERYONE had a blast! this was my second trip on the Blue Dream. The captain knows where the best spots to run the river are depending on conditions. He also really knows his wildlife and particularly where and when to view different species. We were particularly hoping to see Osprey and we not only saw them but watched one grab a fish from the river and take it to its nearby nest and feed its young! This is a wonderful trip to take friends and family on! I highly recommend Blue Dream Wildlife River tours to everyone!
Dave Prine
My wife and I had a fantastic time with Captain Bluebird (a.k.a. Bob). He gave us a great tour and spotted a number of birds we might have otherwise missed. Bob’s very relaxed and took his time, and he’s just a regular down-to-earth guy with a lot of knowledge and a great sense of humor. I hope (and plan) to take another boat tour with him again soon!
Jessica Saxton
Blue Dream Wildlife River Tours is a great opportunity to get out on the river and see wildlife. Especially along the Umpqua River!
