Customer
Testimonials
 Snake
River 2009
"I just wanted to thank you and tell you what a FANTASTIC trip we had. It was wonderful. Eric, Mark and Ben were terrific. We have had some awesome vacations and this is certainly ranked near the top! Thanks again for making it a terrific, unforgettable experience. I wish I were on the river right now".
S. Dean, Boca Raton, FL
Snake
River 2009
"Thanks for a LOVELY Hells Canyon trip! This was our kids' first experience, and they both enjoyed the guides, great weather, fishing, hikes and camping. We'll be back"!
J. & L. Giles, Bryan, TX
Snake
River 2008
"We are back in Indiana, and I wanted to send you a thank you
note...Great food, great fun, and a group of guys that made sure
we had a great time. Please let them know we appreciate all of their
efforts. Thanks again Jerry, it was a great trip".
T. Modrowski, St. John, IN Snake
River 2008
"We wanted to contact you to let you know how much of a great
trip we had on the Snake River...Definitely one of the top family
trips we have had. The crew was wonderful and took great care of
us!...They were great and made the adventure fun for all of us from
our 8 year old to my dad who turned 82 on the river. We had a perfect
celebration for him and he definitely credits that birthday as one
of his best! The canyon was beautiful. Camping was very comfortable.
Food and provisions were delicious. We felt pampered! A great time
for our family, adventure, nature, laughs, great stories and great
quality "together" time. We were so sad when it had to
end. Thanks so much!!!! We will do it again".
The Dixon Clan, Stowe, VT Snake
River 2008
"Thanks for another great trip. Great river, great food, great
outfitter, great crew and great fun. ...Thanks again for the wonderful
Hells Canyon adventure".
J. Rothenberg, Los Angeles, CA
Snake
River 2008
"I just wanted to take the time and let you all know what a great
time my dad and I had on the trip we took in Hells Canyon the 5th
through the 7th. Everyone was great and the food was incredible...
We had a great group with us which also added to the experience.
Because of this and the remarkable crew you employ, I'm planning
on another one next year..Bravo to you Jerry! You have a great company.
Kim was a lot of help...and your son Colin is a great kid as well..Thank
you so much!"
R. Hamilton, Sparks, NV
Snake
River 2008
"Great trip...The river was wonderful and we all had a great
time. The crew was terrific...I am talking to the people to see
if they want to do something special next year. Thanks for everything".
R. Cohen, Philadelphia, PA
Snake
River 2007
"Just a quick note to reiterate my gratitude to each of you for
making the trip through Hells Canyon a wonderful experience for
William and me. To be honest, I was not sure what to expect, but
you all did a great job to make the trip interesting, fun and memorable.
Thank you for your effort, enthusiasm and professionalism".
D. MacFarlane, Greenwich, CT
Snake
River 2007
"..Your crew did a splendid job - efficient knowledgable and with
good humor...When this idea occurred to me, my wife (who thinks camping
is a hotel and roughing it is a motel) thought I had hatched some
diabolical plot...she was very nervous .. She had the best time she
could have possibly had - thanks to you folks. The food was the best,
the river beautiful, the accommodations were second to none and the
Canyon was starkly magnificient. Our son tried everything, including
helping to reel in the large white sturgeon (5-6 feet), the oar boat,
the paddle boat and the kayaks....He thought this (trip) was the highlight
of the entire three weeks we spent in the northwest...Keep up the
good work".
G. Nimmo, Warren, NJ
Snake River
2006
"..I have been meaning to write and tell you what a great trip
it was - largely due to the incredible organization, food, and guides....From
the first, I felt I was in good hands with your group. Everything
seemed very organized and well thought-out...(K)udos for the great
meals. My 19 and 20 year old sons were never hungry, which is a
real accomplishment! I'm already dreaming of the Middle Fork of
the Salmon".
M.
Siemon, Seattle, WA
Snake
River 2006
"Thank you for a wonderful trip down the Snake. You guys
did a terrific job and the whole family had a great and memorable time. I'm
looking forward to more!"
S. Maritz, Fenton,
MO
Snake
River 2006
"The girls said the Snake River trip was the best vacation we
have ever had. I think the reason your trips are so fun is becuse
of the great people at Hughes River Expeditions".
P. Jones, Westlake, CA
Snake River 2006
"...for many of the passengers, this was their first introduction
to the west; its beauty, climate, food and people. Your guides were
competent, charming and fun. Each of them made the trip special in
their own way...They worked well as a team and made us all very comfortable
and we enjoyed the trip immensely".
G. Florescu, Paris,
France
Snake River
2005
"Many thanks for a wonderful experience. The Snake is fabulous
with a beauty and serenity without comparison".
J. Tarr, Soquel, CA
Snake River
2005
"Memories that will last a lifetime in just five wonderful
days!"
L. Kaufman, Nevada City,
CA
Snake River
2005
"Five star experience. Memories forever".
J. Prucha, Grass Valley, CA
Snake
River 2005
"I just wanted to tell you how much fun we had on our recent
trip with you on the Snake River. Thank you so much. Our guides
...were all terrific... We hope to run the river with you again
one day".
L. Wagner, Redondo Beach, CA
Snake River
2004
"A vote of thanks and congratulations on a wonderfully orchestrated
raft trip down the Snake River for our group. Everybody was able
to do the level of activity that they wanted. My wife and I were
the contrast of activity as she was very content to ride on an oar
raft, and I wanted to have the active paddle rafting and kayaking
experience. Jerry, you have a great guide crew. All of them know
how to take care of their clients so well. Special thanks to Ashley,
John, Mark, Ryan, and Eric. You have instilled the rafting "bug"
in me, and I hope to get back on the river again with you in the
near future".
D. Kirkpatrick, Denver,
CO
Snake River
2004
"Had a great time. The crew was wonderful with the kids,
…"
A. Aulie, Redmond,
OR
Snake River
2003
"A note of thanks. My wife and I have been on many river trips
here in Idaho and you are the only company we would consider to
float with on our next trip. Your sense of organization is superb,
every aspect of our 3 day 2 night trip down Hells Canyon was put
together with fun and relaxation in mind. Your crew are very professional
and mingled with the rest of us in a very comfortable way, by the
end of the trip we felt as though they were family. Something that
sets you apart from the other companies is that you respect the
environment. Each camp we made, noon or night, was kept exceptionally
clean. When we broke camp to float, everything was cleaner than
we found it".
R. & S. Carpenter, Boise,
ID
Snake River
2000
"Many, many thanks for a terrific Hells Canyon trip - Elizabeth
and I thoroughly enjoyed it, and especially doing it with all of
you. Your hospitality, professionalism, and fun-loving attitude
hasn't changed in 22 years. I enjoyed this trip every bit as much
as the ones in 1978, and probably more… Again, tributes to
all - you're a great group of individuals and even better collectively
as a company".
W.
Gray, Vice President, Books, National Geographic Society, Washington,
DC
Snake River
2000
"I just want to take this time to express our appreciation with
our raft trip experience in Hells Canyon. I've rafted many rivers
throughout North America and have found Hughes River Expeditions
to be the most professional by far of any other outfitters I've
taken. At the end of our three-day trip, we expressed that we wished
that we didn't have to get off the river. The river and the surrounding
countryside was worth the trip alone (we had close up views of black
bear, Rocky Mountain Big Horn sheep, bats, and mule deer)….
(T)he best part of our trip was the guides! Their patience and good
nature was overwhelming to everyone on the trip. I want to say thanks
for the surprise anniversary cake baked in Dutch ovens on our last
night in camp…I know that in the future when I talk about rafting
in Idaho, Hughes River Expeditions will be the first and only outfitters
I will recommend".
D. Zaro, Chicago,
IL
Snake River
1999
"Not many days go by that I don't think of the Snake River and
Hells Canyon. The help we received in preparing for the trip, the
comraderie with everyone on our trip, expert guidance down the river,
THE FOOD!, and just the spectacular river and canyon - you provide
an absolutely terrific experience. We'll do it again! Can't tell
you exactly how many times I've given people your web site, but
it has been often".
T. Roberts, Unionville, CT
Snake River
1999
"Just a brief note to tell you what a wonderful time our family
had on the Snake two weeks ago…. Hughes is a first-class organization.
I will recommend it highly to all my friends".
S.
Small, President, Taylor Investments, Concord, NH
Snake River
1998
"Hats off to HRE! Our 8/18 trip down the Snake was a blast; we
can't remember when we've had so much fun!..I wanted to let you
know how impressed by the overall quality of the operation and that
we look forward to signing up for a Salmon Middle Fork trip sometime
in the future. Thanks for a truly memorable experience for both
grownups and kids".
B. Kirkpatrick, Chatham, NJ
Snake River
1997
"Your outfit put together a vacation that far exceeded any expectations
we had. I don't think anyone has quit talking yet about how wonderful
the entire trip was… Hughes River Expeditions, Inc. has won
our business! We will gladly recommend your outfit to friends and
associates looking for a fun filled and exciting vacation".
LASCO, Dallas, TX
Snake
River 1995
"We have just returned home to New York City with great memories
of our exciting and wonderful trip down the Snake River. As you
can tell, the adults and children all had a fabulous time on this
excursion. In fact, my 13-year old daughter Jaime surprised me (what
teenager likes to travel with parents?) by saying, "This is the
best vacation I have ever had".
Robt. W. Johnson, IV, NYC, NY
Snake River
1994
"I am writing to tell you that our family had a wonderful time
on our recent Hells Canyon raft trip… The kids are insisting
(and this may not be hard to agree to!) that a Middle Fork trip
is a basic necessity for existence for next summer. Michelle also
wants to know when she can start swamping"?
L. Bowen, Morganton,
NC
Snake River
1993
"Without doubt this was the most wonderful vacation and adventure
that I have ever enjoyed. Barring the breathtaking scenery and thrilling
Snake River with attending wildlife, our guide crew made the trip
totally memorable. What an experience (one that I'll never forget)
and wish to repeat a.s.a.p.".
D. Buckley, Tucson,
AZ
Snake River
1989
"Thanks for the great picture. My 'fish story' is now authenticated!
We had a great time on the Snake. Thanks again".
Charles F. Knight, Chairman & CEO, Emerson Electric Co.,
St. Louis, MO
Snake River
1989
"I … meant to write you last year to tell you how much Tony
and I enjoyed our rafting adventure with Hughes through Hells Canyon.
It was everything promised and much more. 'DeLuxe' is the term that
comes to mind to best describe it….Let me close by saying that
to remember their names, I made the name association of Moe, Larry,
and Curly with (our guides) Mel, Larry, and Jimbo, and they were
really funny, especially Jimbo when he kept telling stories of giant
sturgeons in this comparatively narrow, fast moving river. We laughed
and laughed until he hooked, and let one of our party land, a 98
inch couple of hundred pound specimen which when it first hit came
up from the bottom and straight into the air like a polaris submarine
missile and then smacked down with a slap that echoed through the
Canyon. I love to tell that story to fishermen back here in the
Midwest, because they never believe it…. Then, I show them
the pictures. Ha! Best Wishes".
S. Pogue, Cincinnati, OH
Snake River
1987
"Wanted to let you know that we had a fantastic time on the Snake
River…! The water was spectacular, along with the fishing and
the scenery. The grandeur of the mountains was complimented by the
level of service and the professionalism of the guides. You should
be proud that your guides provide better service and food than we
often experience at major hotels as we travel across the country.
Looking forward to doing it again".
R. Winnie, Springfield, MO
 Middle Fork
2008
"You guys and gal did a superb job of making this trip enjoyable
and memorable. We admire your skill, your friendly demeanor and,
especially your teamwork.You made us feel special!"
Members of the Spruce Creek Rod & Gun
Club, PA
Middle Fork
2008
"Please convey to Carole, to Jerry, and to all the wonderful
guides and staff, my appreciation for a truly first-class trip on
the Middle Fork. It really did exceed my already high expectations
and I look forward to doing it again someday".
Ralph Rodgers, Knoxville, TN
Middle Fork
2008
"We just wanted to send you a note to tell you what a wonderful
time our family had during our trip down the Middle Fork of the
Salmon River on August 17th-22nd. We could not have asked for a
better group of guides. Each and every one - Joel, Marshall, Aaron,
Bob, Ryan, David and Eric was terrific. The guides worked and played
continuously to provide our family with an unforgettable experience.
The patience they had, and the rapport they displayed, with all
three of our sons was unbelieveable. We found your company to be
first rate, from the guides, to the equipment, to the food. The
entire journey was well organized and stress free. Thank you for
a once-in-a-lifetime experience. We hope to travel with you again
in the future; our kids are already asking to do the Hells Canyon
trip!"
J. & K. Yount, DuBois, PA
Middle Fork
2008
"Thanks again to you and your crew for a great trip August 9-14".
P. & M. Ulmer, Weiser, ID
Middle Fork
2008
"How fortunate we all were to be with Hughes on this biggest
adventure of our lives. When the 6 of us got back to Boise last
Thursday night, we agreed it was the best vacation we had ever had.
Thank you for providing the ingredients that made it so wonderful.
Your boatman crew is superb... The food was over-the-top good....
We never felt rushed - the pieces of each day seemed to fit just
right... We learned so many new things and were challenged to try
things we'd never done. What a memory we will cherish".
The Moores, Durham, NC
Middle Fork
2008
"We just completed our sixth trip with Hughes, and it was terrific!
I always think I might grow tired of these trips one day, but it
hasn't yet happened. Kim and I will probably be 90 years old and
asking for walker accommondations onshore...Thanks again for a great
trip! You're the very best".
K. Gowland, Boise, ID
Middle Fork
2008
"My kids and I were lucky enough to take a six-day river trip
with Hughes on the Middle Fork of the Salmon July 22-27. We had
heard so many good things about your company over the years that
my expectations were set very high. They were exceeded in every
respect. Our guides....made the trip even better...We feel luck
to have experienced the river with such good people. My 16-year-old
son had a blast and said it was the best trip of his life. My 12-year-old
daughter did not want to be on any river, for any reason, at any
time and she ended up having an "awesome" trip...We can
count her as a convert...Words are really insufficient to match
the experience, but in short it was amazing, incredibly fun and
moving. We will never forget it".
C. Broad, Naperville, IL
Middle Fork
2008
"Just a quick note to tell you that our group that participated
in the July 8th Middle Fork trip had the trip of our lives. All
the experiences will never be forgotton. Your guides were the most
professional I've ever been on a trip with. Everything from the
safety first approach to the great meals was first class. Thanks
for the great time"!
D. McIalwain, Seattle, WA
Middle Fork
2008
"My family and I took a trip on the Middle Fork June 13-17...everything
about it was terrific! I've run a number of rivers through the years
with different companies and this was absolutely the best experience
yet. The guides were so helpful, the equipment was first rate...You
should be proud of your company and all those who work with you,
it's an impressive outfit".
E. Arata, Millersville, MD
Middle Fork
2007
"As expected, the trip down the Middle Fork was wonderful...my
boys were in heaven for 6 days and the crew was very good....(5
trips with you over the last 17 years....time goes by way too fast)".
J. Foster, Signal Hill, CA
Middle Fork
2007
"Joyce and I just wanted to say thanks again for the great trip.
Everyone had the time of their lives".
E. Remais & J. Gordon, Ketchum, ID
Middle Fork 2006
"Our family was extremely pleased by our trip! ....We enjoyed
all the guides. They are fun loving, very cooperative group and
so nice to our children...Each guide was a unique and accomplished
individual - it was great to get to know them all...your staff became
family".
D. Mubarak,
Tomah, WI
Middle Fork 2006
"You have put together a terrific group, beginning with Kim in
the office and extending to the field staff. The guides were wonderfully
professional, going well beyond what was needed just to do their
jobs. The River and it environs are magnificent, and the commentary,
friendliness and support of the individual guides enhanced the experience
considerably".
L. Smith, Greensboro, NC
Middle Fork 2006
"We realy enjoyed our trip this past week on the Middle Fork.
My daugher, Barrie (6 years old) had a great time. I don't think
I have ever seen her have as much fun".
B. Wright, Cleveland,
MS
Middle Fork 2006
"At no time in the past have I written a provider of a service...and
told them what I thought. But, as we were coming to the take out
point on our float trip, I vowed to write to you....To start with,
we had an experience of a life time! Each individual in our group
has independently expressed how amazing this experience was and
at least one told me it was life changing and healing. (T)aking
the approach where you did whatever it took... generated good will
amongst our group...big time kudos to you as a founder/leader ...
and to your ability to rally some amazing people who make up your
good organization. Thank you for an incredible week and please keep
on keeping on with what you do so well. You've got some fans out
here".
C.
Healy, Portland, OR
Middle Fork 2005
"(O)ur trip was a roaring success...We all felt like it was a
glove fit".
B. Pond, Houston, TX
Middle Fork 2005
"Thank
you so much for organizing our trip. It went wonderfully!! I swear I feel like
it was the best one ever...Put us down for 3rd week June 2007..."
W. Herlong, Mobile, AL
Middle Fork 2005
"(W)hat a wonderful job you did...we are in awe of your efficiency
and genuine love of nature, people, and your job...Spend lots of
time sharing photos and trip stories with our friends".
L. Meyer, Apple
Valley, MN
Middle Fork 2005
"(T)hank you for a wonderful raft trip...There are so many important
ways that you, as individuals and a group made it the best experience
anyone could have. Of course, the food, facilities, organization
and expertise were impressive. What really made it a special trip
was you people personally. Each one of you work so hard and cheerfully,
clearly like and enjoy one another, and freely give of yourselves
in thoughtful ways...you can bet I'll recommend you highly to anyone
considering a raft trip".
J. Elder, Olympia,
WA
Middle Fork 2004
"We just wanted to thank you for the trip of a lifetime (although
we plan to try again next year). We had a marvelous time on the
Middle Fork. Your staff was incredible. The entire experience was
life changing. Thank you for sharing the beauty of Idaho. Thank
you for introducing us to some wonderful new friends - the guide
crew… You will hear from us soon when it's time to make reservations
for next year".
M. Graham,
Barrington, IL
Middle Fork 2004
"Our
families had a great, great time. The Middle Fork and the 6 days out gave
individuals and families a time to gain a sense of perspective and reconfirmed
unity. I could go on and on about the benefits…but you all know them.
Aren't we fortunate?"
B. Dittman, Lake Forest,
IL
Middle Fork 2003
"It was great meeting every one of you. You all helped make the
river trip exceed my lofty expectations. Thanks!! And-good news-since
the trip, I have almost broken the habit of walking 20 feet away,
turning my back and then pee-ing".
T. Hartnett, Sedona AZ
Middle Fork 2003
"I'm writing to let you know how much I enjoyed my Middle Fork
trip last week. It was one of those rare experiences where the reality
is better than the expectation… Your gear, food, arrangements,
meals, and guides all combined to make it a tremendous wilderness
experience….Aside from the natural beauty, the best part of
the trip for me was the guide crew, their courtesy, their tremendous
river skills, their cooking acumen, and their quiet leadership.
Thanks for selecting and supporting such wonderful people. I hope
to join you again soon on another trip".
M.
Slater, Hollister, CA
Middle Fork 2000
"What I
really wanted to write about is how, once again, the guides were what made the
trip. Of course the river, the rapids, the scenery, the food, etc. was
stupendous, but the collection of extraordinary people is what we'll remember
most. ….They all work incredibly hard but never made any of us feel they
are inconvenienced. They not only made lifelong memories for us but really have
played a part in the development of our children. Their gift will always be
treasured. I'll let them tell you what award each of them earned at "River
Awards Night"!!"
L. Bower, Chevy Chase,
MD
Middle Fork 1996
"My daughter and I had the most wonderful adventure… I can
not thank you enough for the opportunity to live outdoors in comfort
for the better part of a week in the wilderness. The entire crew
was meticulous about the environment and care of the 'guests'. I
never worried about the safety of my 10 year old because all of
the guides were cautious and capable. I also appreciated the fact
that she could observe their concern for our natural surroundings".
C. Samuelson, Newton,
MA
Middle Fork 1996
"I lie in bed at night thinking about the Screech Owl talking
and the two huge storms with real lightning and thunder that shook
my safe tent. I was so excited to see the Black Bear under the tree
so relaxed and the great Big Horned Sheep down drinking water out
of the river & groups of sheep way up high on the side of the
mountain. The one River Otter that smiled at us, then dove under
the rocks".
B. Whelan, Palo Alto,
CA
Middle Fork 1993
"There is not a week that goes by that someone in the family
doesn't start reminiscing about what a wonderful experience our
vacation was. Although we each took away something different from
our wilderness adventure, I was thrilled we were able to experience
it together as a family. Your guides were nothing short of exceptional
and outstanding… I can not say enough about your obvious philosophy
on how to treat your customers".
M.
Mullins, Franklin, TN
Middle Fork 1992
"We both had such a wonderful week - it will definitely be a
vacation that will have an important place in our memories forever!
It's been hard to express to our friends and family at home just
how perfect the trip was - you can't imagine how beautiful the scenery
is til you are thrust upon it".
P. Kiggen, Chagrin Falls, OH
Middle Fork 1990
"We are
home again and still rocking a little bit from riding down the Middle Fork. It
was a great trip made especially pleasant because all of your staff were first
class. They gave us great confidence in the river and then took excellent care
of us ashore. I gained four pounds. Summed up, our first river experience was
wonderful. I'm only sorry we waited twenty five years from our first plan to
ride "The River of No Return".
D. King, San
Francisco, CA
Middle Fork 1989
"…I would like to extend our thanks for an outstanding experience….The
crew we had on our trip was absolutely great---fun, interesting,
entertaining and each one had the uncanny ability to anticipate
our every need".
H. Reifschneider, President, All Kitchens of America, Boise,
ID
Middle Fork 1989
"I must compliment you on the outstanding crew that took us down
the river. These guys are, in our eyes, the absolute best!! They
did a great job in every area. They prepared excellent meals, had
camp ready each day when we arrived, made each person feel comfortable
and safe, and of course, got us down the river in one piece! It
was amazing that everyone in the group thought their boatman was
the best".
G. J. Quigley, San Francisco,
CA
Middle Fork 1989
"As you may have guessed, our expectations with regard to rafting
the Middle Fork of the Salmon were extremely high and, to a person,
your organization exceeded these expectations on our float last
week. I want to commend you on your exceptional planning and the
faultless execution of the plan".
T. McLane, New Canaan, CT
Middle Fork
1986
"…(W)hat a great pleasure it was to boat the Middle fork
with you and your crew. I cannot think of one thing more you could
have done to provide better service or make the trip any more enjoyable.
I thought I previously had experienced quality service on river
trips, but Hughes River Expeditions proved the others to be rank
amateurs".
D. Clayton, Kingston, RI
Middle Fork 1986
"I wanted to take this opportunity to tell you that our trip
down the Middle Fork was such a very, very special time for us that
it will remain in our hearts and minds for years to come… Very
seldom does a week go by that we don't mention something that we
did or learned on the river, and as the years turn to decades…I
know we will always cherish your companionship".
J. Lehman, Dallas, TX
 Salmon River 2008
"Ashley, it was great rafting with you. All of you did a great
job of guiding. Good luck this fall. I know your future students
will love a teacher like you".
D. & A. Mendenhall, Lakeville, MN
Salmon River 2008
"Many thanks for your exemplary customer service and interactions
during last week's river trip...I'm looking forward to an opportunity
for a return trip and would not hesitate to recommend you to friends
considering a similar trip".
L. DeBergalis Greenwich, CT
Salmon River 2008
"I want to thank you for the trip you put together for our group
in July. We had a great time...Ashley, Fred, Ryan, Eric, and Hugh
Cooke are all great and took very good care of us. With the four
7-9 year olds, Ashley sort of got turned into a childcare boat and
the recreational manager, along with her other responsibilities,
and the kids all loved her. Each time we do a rafting trip your
people make it a memorable event and please pass along our thanks".
L. Roberts, Boise, ID
Salmon River 2007
"I just wanted to tell you that Emily and I had a super
good time on the river last week!...Your guides, as always, were
superb! We enjoyed each one...We doubled the tip we planned to give
them because they were all so impressive..You can plan on our business
again next year on the Middle Fork..."
J. Cramer, Draper, UT
Salmon River 2007
"Seriously though, you have no idea how much we enjoyed the river
trip. A day hasn't gone by that we haven't talked about it. Thank
you so very much for everything you did! We appreciate all your
efforts, muscle power, and cluinary expertise!...We hope to see
you all again for anouther trip".
The Proces, Knoxville, MD
Salmon River 2006
"Thanks again for all the wonderful food, local expertise, and
a couple of well-deserved dunkings." "It was wonderful hangin' out
with all of you! I'd love to run the Middle Fork with you sometime
in the future. You all ROCK!!!!"
Rachel Neugarten & Deanna Brown, The
Nature Conservancy, Portland, OR
Salmon River 2006
"Sandy and I want you to know that we had a wonderful time floating
the Salmon River Canyon recently. ....(O)ur guides played a huge
role in making our experience one to remember. They were professional,
friendly, highly-skilled, and fit into our group as if they were
close friends. ...It seemed like everyone on our float trip was
hand-picked. You can be certain we will replay this experience many
times and share it with others".
T. Allen, Oklahoma City, OK
Salmon River 2006
"Just wanted to thank you and your crew for another incredible
experience on the river. Everyone was unfailingly lovely and every
detail was perfect (right down to the live music during cocktails!!!
Many thanks".
T, Loughlin, New York, NY
Salmon River 2005
"The boys worked so very hard to make our river experience a
truly memorable one!!...I didn't feel we were able to give them
a proper good-bye! This being my only regret of a near-perfect trip;
you have a great group working for you and we can't wait to join
you again soon".
C
& J Nichols, Manhattan Beach, CA
Salmon River 2005
"Just a quick note to let you know that we had a wonderful trip.
The most important factor was the quality of your guides...We will
see you again".
J. Maine, Belvedere, CA
Salmon River 2004
"I want to thank you for a fantastic vacation. My friends, my
wife, and myself, had about the best four days we could imagine.
The Salmon River could not have been better, and I think you have
made some life long converts to kayaking".
W. Johnson, Los Angeles,
CA
Salmon River Canyon
2000
"You guys probably get this kind of mail all the time, but WHAT
A GREAT TRIP!!! I particularly appreciate you steering us to the
Salmon Canyon, as it was ideal for our group. The whitewater was
daunting enough to challenge the boys and provided them with a positive
first experience in kayaking. Loved the sand beaches and the great
campsites. We thoroughly enjoyed the guides. All of them were cordial,
entertaining, and very patient with the younger children. The food
was outstanding, but you knew that. Even Andy the World's Pickiest
Eater went back for seconds on salmon".
J.
Points, Tulsa, OK
Salmon River 2000
"I want to thank you for a great time on the river! It was a
fantastic experience for me! It turned out to be all that I expected,…and
much more!...I am planning on returning next year with my family!...
I think the Salmon River Canyon trip, same as we just took with
Capital associates, would be perfect for us".
G. Ireland, Chapel Hill,
NC
Salmon River 2000
"The Salmon River run with all my Capital associates was a great
trip. Everyone had a wonderful time, and the experience was a valuable
one in terms of building and expanding relationships and friendships…
You and your folks did a superb job".
J. Rothenberg, President, Capital
Research and Management, Los Angeles, CA
Salmon River 1998
"Just
wanted you to know what an excellent time we had on the Salmon River Canyon
last week. My expectations were so high based on our prior trips with Hughes
and it was hard for me to believe that those expectations could be exceeded -
but they were. Great trip, great weather, Buzz, Traves, and Mark were
absolutely outstanding. Couldn't have asked for anything more. You've outdone
yourselves again. THANKS!!"
K. Gowland, Boise,
ID
Salmon River 1997
"Our family just returned from the July 20-23 Salmon River Canyon
trip. This was our first experience camping and whitewater rafting.
I needed not to be apprehensive for our safety. Your guides were
knowledgeable, strong, and experienced… The trip was fun, exciting,
and beautiful. Thank you for providing such a quality experience".
J. &
P. Plummer, Houston, TX
Salmon River 1994
"Our trip with you on the Salmon River Canyon was outstanding…
Thank you for all your efforts. We hope to do it again. We will
send others".
J. Hughes, Boston, MA
Salmon River Canyon
1993
"Our Salmon River Canyon float trip … was a huge success.
All of your guides were extremely professional as well as being
good company. As usual, the food and care taken of us was excellent.
It was also nice that two of your crew guided us on the Middle Fork
a few years ago - it was like adding two old friends to the group.
We look forward to our next one".
L. Roberts, Boise,
ID
Salmon River Canyon
1992
"Thanks again for a great river trip. You impressed a group of
people who aren't easy to impress! I'm looking forward to my next
trip. Hope to see you soon".
M. Downer, Counsel &
Secretary, American Funds Distributors, Inc., LA, CA
Salmon River 1991
"I want
to express my sincere appreciation to you and your crew at Hughes River
Expeditions for a first-class trip down the Salmon River last week…. (It)
left me with a strong desire to trade in the tie and computer for a kayak and
oar!"
R. Sherwood, Portland,
OR
 Wallowa-Grande
Ronde 2008
"The trip was amazing!! Thanks for attending to all the details.
Michael and I had a great time..."
D. Dworsky, Los Angeles, CA
Wallowa-Grande
Ronde 2008
"We all had a blast. Thanks so much for putting together such a
great team. Now I have to drag my wife and little girl out ther, but
I will need a Four Seasons Hotel to stop at each night!!"
F. Scherma, Santa Monica, CA
Wallowa-Grande
Ronde 2008
"...I am just getting on my feet at the office - as usual you
way out did yourselves as the boys had a great time and the food
was way too good".
D. Monnich, San Antonio, TX
Wallowa-Grande Ronde 2005
"...(T)he trip was great - Such a beautiful canyon and river...We had a
wonderful time! Great beauty, many laughs and wonderful food!..(W)ill be back
again soon!"
L. Thomas, Camp Sherman,
OR
Wallowa-Grande Ronde 2000
"We enjoyed our Wallowa-Grande Ronde float trip very much… I hope
another year we can again raft in 'Hughes Style".
W. Gibble, Gig Harbor, WA
Wallowa-Grande Ronde
1995
"Thank you for a wonderful raft trip on the Wallowa-Grande Ronde
last June. We all had a great time and look forward to doing it
again".
P. Pfeifer, Walnut Creek,
CA
Wallowa-Grande Ronde & Snake
1995
"Just a brief note to let you know how much Leon and I enjoyed
our river trips on the Hells Canyon of the Snake River and the Grande
Ronde River last week. We both felt that the trips were superb -
from the whitewater, to the weather, to the food, to the great company.
We are looking forward to see you on the Salmon River Canyon in
August".
B. Krissoff, Truckee, CA |
