Tuesday, April 28, 2009

Salmon River, Idaho Snowpack

Last week I headed up to Stanley to attend the Stanley/Sawtooth Chamber of Commerce meeting and check out the Salmon River snow pack. Spring has been slow to return to the valley, but came with a vengeance last week. Temperatures approached 70 degrees and spiked the river to 5.5 ft. on the Yankee Fork gauge. Downstream the Salmon River of No Return swelled to 35,000 cfs at the Whitebird gauge. Current estimates have the Salmon River Snowpack at 93% of normal. Don't worry, the current forecast calls for cold weather and snow for the next week. Great news for the river community and could swing us back towards 100% . The season for rafting the Salmon River is just around the corner. Are you ready?


Shotgun Rapid (Class IV) at 4.5 feet (medium low level)


A few of Stanley's year-round residents relax and take in the sun.

Classic Sawtooth Scenery
Spring Sunset

Top of Galena Summit looking north towards Stanley



Friday, April 17, 2009

Time to go rafting in Moab, Utah

While Stanley, Idaho is still a winter wonderland, Spring is going off in Moab, Utah.

SAC guides are heading south to catch the deserts runoff and polish their skills for the upcoming Idaho rafting season. The Moab trails are in great shape, perfect training for a summer of mountain biking in Idaho.

Ample snow pack and a warm weather has the big, fun desert rivers of southern Utah in prime condition. Check out Red River Adventures, a well run Moab rafting company with great guides and family friendly activities. In addition to Rafting and Kayaking the Colorado, they offer a great Moab canyoneering experience that is fun and safe introduction to the amazing slot canyons of Arches National Park.

Wednesday, March 18, 2009

Rafting Trips in Idaho: SPRING BOAT SALE














Mid 90's 22' WING Self Bailing gear boat. This PVC boat is as bomber as they come. Great boat for a family or desert river gear boat. Frame is not included. Boat is in great used condition. One cosmetic flaw- leftover glue residue from a former logo. As you can see from the pics the boat is in great shape with very little wear and hardly any patches. Boat retails for $6000+. Asking $2500 OBO




18' AVON SUPER PRO
Early 90's Avon Super Pro. 18' Self Bailing Boat. Boat has been used on Idaho's Salmon River for the past 20 years. It has a variety of patches and wear pads but holds air tight and works great. There is cult-like following for the Avon Super Pro and this is the opportunity to get into one for far less than retail price ($5800). Asking $1500 OBO




(3) 2002-2004 Air Super Puma's for Sale
The 12.5' Super Puma is the Porsche of paddle boats. We run a fleet of 12 Super P's and recycle them every 4-6 years. These boats are in great shape! Our entire fleet is cleaned and maintained on a regular basis and stored indoors. Retail Price $3600 w/ 2 thwarts. Asking $2200 OBO. I have 3 available. Buy first and pick the best one.








1999 14' Achilles Self Bailing Boat with 3 thwarts
An absolutely bomber hypalon boat. This boat is in great shape and hold air tight. It has a few patches on the floor in addition to a variety of wear pads. Retails for $4000, asking $2000. Pictures coming soon.
All of the boats are currently in Salt Lake City, Utah. I will be happy to blow them up for you to take a look. Email info@sawtoothadventure.com for more details and additional images. You can also call jared at 1.866.774.4644
Sawtooth Adventure Company specializes in Family Rafting Vacations on Idaho's Main Salmon River

Tuesday, February 17, 2009

Book an Idaho White Water River Rafting Trip for 10+ people and receive 1 week free in Nuevo Vallarta, Mexico

Take the reigns and organize a 2009 Idaho Rafting Trip for your family and friends and repay yourself with a trip to paradise.
Book a 2009 All Inclusive River Trip for 10+ people and receive 1 week accommodations for 2 people in Nuevo Vallarta, Mexcio during the winter of 09/10.

You will enjoy a brand new 3000 Sq. foot flat overlooking the pool, beach and the pacific ocean. Condominio Delfines is an adult-only, gated community in Nueva Vallarta, 15 minutes north of the Puerta Vallarta International Airport. The property offers a private beach, pools, fitness room and beautiful grounds. This private residence is beautifully decorated and designed for unsurpassed relaxation.
Give us a call at 1.866.774.4644 to explore the possibilities!







Wednesday, January 28, 2009

Fantasy Ridge Solitude, Utah

Frozen or flowing, SAC guides are addicted to playing in water. Johnny, 6 year SAC guide joined me to a day of exploring Fantasy Ridge and skiing fresh powder under blue skies. Fantasy Ridge has been labeled the most technical inbounds hike in North America, it deserves the hype. If you are one of the lucky few that call Solitude home, its simply your back door.
Give us a call to book a Family Rafting Trip. You might catch me on the chairlift, or better yet in the tress playing in the water..... frozen water.