A seasoned traveler with over two decades spent exploring Asia and beyond, the founder of River Mixer developed a deep appreciation for the natural world, particularly rivers. His inaugural river water collection came from the Mekong River in Laos, near Luang Prabang, during a quest to find the tomb of French explorer Henri Mouhot along the Nam Khan River a tributary of the Mekong. Juggling responsibilities as the head of two family businesses, Kuba continues his global adventures, collecting river water from diverse locations.
Kuba established River Mixer as a personal outlet to share his adventures with loved ones. This passion has evolved into a lifelong pursuit to rekindle city dwellers’ appreciation for rivers and nature. As an entrepreneur, Kuba envisions achieving this goal by creating a line of gift and educational products that spark imagination and evoke nostalgia for the simpler times when rivers were a central part of daily life.
Valvert’s passion for rivers began on a trip to Japan with his father, where he collected his first river, the Sumida River, which flows through Tokyo. As a dedicated theater student at the Houston School of Visual and Performing Arts, a nationally renowned performing arts school, Valvert balances his school activities with his recent interest in river collecting. During his summer vacations, he accompanies his father on extensive river collection trips around the world. One of his most memorable adventures was a 2023 expedition to Nigeria, where he embarked on epic cross-country bus rides to reach remote river locations including the Njaba and Orashi rivers to name a few. Another unforgettable experience occurred during a trip to the Amazon along the Rio Negro, where he successfully caught a large piranha fish that the private chef prepared for a delicious lunch.
Andrés Ruzo, the founder of the Boiling River Project, has been awarded the 2024 Lowell Thomas Award, one of the highest honors in travel and exploration. This prestigious prize, named after the legendary travel journalist, recognizes individuals who have made significant contributions to the field.
North America’s rivers, like the Mississippi and Colorado, were once lifelines for pioneers. While ancient civilizations rafted too, John Wesley Powell is the undisputed father of modern whitewater rafting, which surged in popularity in the mid-20th century.
The rhythmic flow of a river symbolizes the transformation of barley into whiskey. This connection between the spirit, the land, and the water has inspired many distilleries to name themselves after nearby rivers.
Visiting a museum can sometimes feel like attending a family funeral, but in a much more enlightening and less depressing way. Similarly, the Magdalena River Museum is like a reunion with your past, not just for Colombians, but for anyone seeking a connection to their ancestral roots.
Knowing if a stream is a brook, creek, or river can be confusing. Thinking of these streams as a city with its alleyways, side streets, and highways can help you visualize the distinctions between them.
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