It can be dangerous in the water out there even for those who are experienced... be careful!
http://www.sacbee.com/2011/08/08/3824305/expert-kayaker-dies-while-paddling.html
FWIW, in "normal" years Cherry is run around July 4 weekend. When I was there July 4 this year, we spoke with someone who has kayaked the river in the past and said there was maybe 10x more water than in normal years.