Rafting in Idaho

If you are like me, I look at what seems to have become a parental right of passage to take my kids to Disneyland and think, that sounds terrible.  I hate lines, hate paying too much for things and honestly I would rather my kids have authentic experience where they connect with the real world.  This is why I love river trips with my kids, they are simply the best vacation.  When we are on the river they are away from all screens, and honestly so am I.  We having nothing interrupting our time together. I love they are learning that fear does not control what we do.  Sometimes above rapids they...

COVID-19 has up-ended life for essentially everyone.  We are living through a time un-like any in our past and hopefully un-like any in our future.  As of this post in the middle of April 2020, rafting companies in Idaho are essentially not operating.  The stay at home order from Governor Little would make it very challenging if not impossible to legally operate and out of a sense of what is best for the greater good most outfitters would not operate anyway.  With that said, we are getting cabin fever with the rest of you and we are incredibly excited for the time in the near future when we ca...

When some people think of rafting they are looking for a fun day trip to go out, get splashed, do some swimming, get some sun, and watch their kids enjoy a new adventure.  For others, a day of rafting is a time to go out push the adrenaline button, challenge themselves, and experience some real adventure.  For those looking to push the limits a little we came up with this list of our favorite high adventure day trips in Idaho. Canyon section of the South Fork of the Payette River - The South Fork of the Payette River is famous for incredible scenery and crystal clear water but it is the non-s...