Testimonials
Middle Fork of the Salmon River
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.
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”.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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”!
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.
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.
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?
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