Scrapbooking Disney's Wild Side: Grizzly River Run Adventure! 🌊🐻🎢

Ahhh, Grizzly River Run! One of the most thrilling, heart-pounding, and yes—soaking wet rides at Disney’s California Adventure! 🌊🎢 But beyond the rapids and roaring waterfalls, there’s a hidden gem that most visitors rush right past—the serene trail behind the ride, where towering pines, breathtaking waterfalls, and rustic charm steal the show.

Scrapbook page with photos of people at "Grizzly River Run." Rustic design with green foliage, bears graphic, wood texture, and joyful scenes. — Wild Rapids & Scrapbook Magic! This Grizzly River Run layout captures the thrill of the ride, the beauty of the wilderness, and the magic of hidden Disney moments!

This scrapbook layout captures both the wild adventure of the rapids and the peaceful beauty of Disney’s hidden pathways! Using CTMH’s “The Good Life” collection, I transformed these stunning moments into a 12x12 double-page spread that celebrates the thrill and tranquility of this Disney treasure.

The Perfect Papers For Scrapbooking Disney's Grizzly River Run 🌲🌊

To bring this scene to life, I needed just the right mix of rugged, natural tones and bold, dynamic textures—just like the ride itself!

Materials Used:

Paper & artwork from CTMH "The Good Life" collection — ✨ Rustic Charm, Timeless Adventure! The CTMH ‘The Good Life’ paper pack was the perfect choice for capturing Disney’s rugged wilderness in scrapbook form! 🏔🌲

✔️ CTMH “The Good Life” Scrapbook Kit – The ultimate outdoorsy collection for adventure-themed layouts!

✔️ CTMH “The Good Life” Digital Art Kit – Rustic mining-inspired accents that add depth & discovery!

✔️ CTMH “S’mores Adventure” Stamp Set – Bears, camping elements & the cutest little details! 🐻

✔️ Assorted Cardstock – Deep blues, earthy browns, and forest greens to mimic the water, wood, and rock formations!

✔️ White Gloss Spray – Perfect for adding dynamic water splashes & movement! 💦

✔️ Inking Tools & Sponge Daubers – For distressed edges & depth!

✔️ Foam Tape – Because this layout deserves 3D dimension & excitement!

Making a Splash: Creating the River Rapids! 🌊💦

Since Grizzly River Run is ALL about the water, I knew my page needed texture, movement, and that rushing, rapid feel!

I cut waves and splashes from cardstock, inked the edges for depth, and used White Gloss Spray to mimic the swirling water of the ride! The result? A background that feels as alive as the real thing! 🌊🔥

🖌 Pro Tip: White Gloss Spray is a game-changer for crafting water elements! Light flicks add splashes, waves, and motion, making it look like your scrapbook is in motion!

Capturing Disney’s Hidden Beauty: The Waterfall & Trail 🌲🌊

Person in black hoodie stands with arms outstretched on wooden bridge in front of cascading waterfall, conveying a sense of freedom. — 🌲💙 A Hidden Disney Gem! While most guests rushed past, my little man took a moment to soak in the beauty of this breathtaking waterfall!

Not every Disney moment is about rides and characters—some of the best ones are found in the quiet corners of the parks!

While everyone was rushing to the next attraction, my little man stopped in front of the waterfall, spread his arms, tilted his head back, and just took it all in. That was the moment I had to scrapbook! 💙

🖌 Pro Tip: When choosing photos, think about storytelling! What details, emotions, or small moments capture the magic beyond the ride?

Rustic Disney Magic: Adding the Perfect Adventure Details! 🌲⛏🐻

What’s an outdoor Disney adventure without a few woodsy, wild, and fun details?

✔ Mining-inspired accents – From the Digital Art Kit, I added rustic elements that tie into Disney’s Gold Rush theme!

✔ S’mores Adventure Bears – Because what’s Grizzly River Run without a grizzly bear?! 🐻

✔ Distressed Edges & Wood Textures – Inked and roughed up to give it that weathered, backcountry feel!

🐻🌊 FUN FACT: IMMERSIVE DISNEY SCRAPBOOKING! 🌊🐻

Entrance to Grizzly River Run with wooden sign. Stand-by wait time is 25 minutes. Lightning Lane visible. Trees and people in background. — The Grizzly River Run entrance sign sets the stage for an unforgettable adventure—both on the ride and in this scrapbook layout! 🏞🚣‍♂️

When designing this layout, I imagined standing right at the entrance of Grizzly River Run!

✔ The center “Grizzly River Run” sign represents the iconic ride entrance!

✔ The trails on each side mimic the real-life walking paths through the wilderness!

✔ The water splash & raft? That’s the heart of the ride—where the adventure (and soaking!) begins! 💦🚣‍♂️

This isn’t just a scrapbook page—it’s a map of the experience! Talk about next-level Disney magic! ✨🏔️

A Wild Ride, A Hidden Gem, & A Scrapbook Favorite! 🏞🐻🎢

Scrapbook layout with themed photos of a "Grizzly River Run" adventure. Features bears, trees, and text "Adventure" on a rustic background.

This layout isn’t just about the ride—it’s about those hidden, quiet moments at Disney that make each trip unique. The wild rapids, the towering trees, the stillness behind the waterfall—this page captures it all.

And every time I look at it, I’ll remember…

✔ The thrill of the rapids & getting SOAKED! 🌊

✔ The peacefulness of the hidden waterfall.

✔ My little man’s wonder as he took it all in.

✔ The joy of crafting these memories into something beautiful.

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Final Touch: A Scrapbooking First for Me! 🎢🏞✨

Scrapbook page themed "Grizzly River Run" with photos of a boy, water ride, and bear graphics. Rustic wood and pine elements in the background. — 🎢🐻 Adventure Awaits! From rushing rapids to quiet trails, this scrapbook layout is a perfect mix of thrill and tranquility—just like Grizzly River Run! 🌊🏞️

One of my very first scrapbook layouts—and still one of my favorites! 💖✨

This Grizzly River Run layout captures the thrill, beauty, and nostalgia of a Disney classic. I hope this inspires you to document your own Disney adventures—big and small!

Until next time, stay wild & keep crafting! 🌊🐻✨

April – This Chick Loves Paper

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🌊🐻 Hold onto your raft—it’s time to scrapbook some adventure with This Chick Loves Paper! This Grizzly River Run layout is packed with bold textures, rustic charm, and water effects so real you might get splashed! From thrilling rapids to hidden waterfalls, this design captures the best of Disney’s wild side! Get inspired, grab your supplies, and start Scrapbooking Disney's Wild Side: create your own Grizzly River Run Adventure!