ID Guide Newsletter 2017.Cdr

Olin & Shelley Gardner’s RAFTING, CANOEING, KAYAKING, GUIDE SERVICE SCENIC BOAT TOURS, & BOAT RENTALS Est. 1974

Welcome The Gardner family and staff have recently gone through many exciting changes. Our new location in Hagerman, Idaho at Billingsley Creek gives us the opportunity to serve our guests with greater ease and flexibility. Idaho is a beautiful state and offers many diverse outdoor activities. We are positive that Idaho Guide Service can create a perfect adventure for your family, group, or company. We take great pride in the fact that we have been running the Snake and Salmon Rivers for over thirty years. Our love for Idaho shows in our family and outstanding crew that spend their summers working with us. Let us share a www.idahoguideservice.com unique Idaho adventure with you.

Hagerman Section/Snake River This beautiful high desert section of the Snake River offers plenty of whitewater excitement. Our guides are very knowledgeable on the history of the river and the surrounding area. Idaho is well known for its amazing geology and this river section offers spectacular examples of how the Snake River cuts through Southern Idaho. Wildlife and waterfowl are abundant along the river corridor. Natural springs from the Snake River Aquifer flow into the river. This half day trip is great for ages 6 and up. Meeting Place: Lower Salmon Falls Dam Trip Times: 10:30 am with riverside lunch – 3:30 pm with no food service Approximate trip length: 3.5 hours. All trips require a reservation. Banbury to Thousand Springs/Snake River Paddle your own watercraft with a guide down the Snake River. The Thousand Springs section offers a flat water paddle with an easy down river current. There is an array of beautiful waterfowl and birds of prey to admire. On this trip you will pass by Box Springs Canyon, paddle into Blue Heart Springs, and adventure around Ritter Island. This is a wonderful way to experience the Snake River up close and personal. Recommended for ages 10 and up. Meeting Place: Billingsley Creek Lodging Trip Times: Monday- Friday 10:00 am with lunch Approximate trip length : 4.5 hours. All trips require a reservation. For Reservations or Information Call (208) 734-4998 SALMON RIVER BOAT RENTALS, Paddling Instruction, ONE TO FIVE DAY TRIPS Shuttles, and Logistical Support IGS has been leading whitewater raft trips on the Salmon River for Idaho Guide Service offers a wide variety of watercrafts for over thirty-five years. We can offer a variety of options to fit your rent. Your choice of canoes, touring kayaks, sit on tops, and vacation schedule. Our one day trips take place in Riggins, Idaho. stand up boards are available. Included in the rental price This run offers class III/IV rapids that will keep you entertained all is the life jacket, paddle, and audible device. day. Double your fun and add beach camping to your trip with our Rental locations are out of Billingsley Creek Lodging and overnight excursion. This canyon trip offers class III/ IV rapids with Centennial Waterfront Park. stunning white beaches perfect for a game of beach bocce. If you are looking for a full adventure, the Lower Salmon Gorge four and five IGS PADDLE RENTALS SEASON PRICING day trip will fulfill your summer vacation rafting dream. This 1 Person Kayaks, Canoes 2 Person exciting class III/ IV whitewater section offers plenty of time to fish, or Paddleboards (SUP) Kayak or Canoe hike, and swim. The trip ends in Hells Canyon on the Snake River. 4 Hours (min) $25 4 Hours $35 Raft out or ask about the option to jet boat to Pittsburg Landing. Call our office for information and dates. Full Day Rental $40 Full Day Rental $50 Centennial Park Scenic Motor Boat Tours WHITEWATER TRIPS ON Relax and let the boat do all the work. Enjoy THE SNAKE & SALMON RIVERS Rental prices based on self- an excursion up river to Pillar Falls. Your Snake River Length Class Time Cost pickup. guide will share local history and geology of (Spring, Summer, Fall) of trip out per person Rental season May 15th to the area while you take in the sights of the Hagerman 9 miles II-III 3.5 hrs $60-$70 September 30th. June- Snake River Canyon. On many of the trips August are peak rental you will enjoy seeing BASE jumpers leap Murtaugh (Spring only) 14 miles IV-V 5-7 hrs $125 times. Please call our office from the Perrine Bridge. Great for all ages. Birds of Prey (Spring only) 10 miles I-II 6 hrs $95 to secure your rental needs. We also offer logistics and Reservations required. Salmon River (Spring, Summer, Fall) s h u t t l e s e r v i c e Meeting Place: Centennial Park One Day Salmon River 20 miles III-IV 6.5 hrs $95 information. Trip length: 1 hour 2 Day Salmon River 40 miles III-IV 2 days $350 Adults: (16 and up) $20.00 Ages 4 to 15: $15.00 4 Day w/Jet back III-IV 4 days $1250 Seniors: $17.00 5 Day III-IV 5 days $1250

Catering CANOE & KAYAK TOURING SCENIC DAY Looking to upgrade your family or TRIPS FOR FUN, EXCITEMENT & EDUCATION BILLINGSLEY CREEK LODGING HUMAN company river trip? Ask about Idaho Guide Length Class Time Cost Billingsley Creek Lodging, located one mile North of Hagerman, Idaho, offers PO WERED TRIPS of trip out Service's Dutch Oven and BBQ catering year round lodging. The five rooms and five cabins all sit with views of the service. Minimum number twenty guests. Cenntenial Park to Base of 7 miles I-II 6 hrs $80 beautiful natural spring known as Billingsley Creek. Blue Heron, ducks, Prices vary according to menu selection. Shoshone Falls w/lunch (water flow permitting) birds of prey, beavers, and muskrats make up some of the wildlife that live Call Shelley for more details. 1000 Springs Paddle 5 miles I-II 4.5 hrs $70 on the property. Billingsley Creek is an oasis in Southern Idaho's high desert Hagerman Fossil Beds 5 miles I-II 6-8 hrs $75 with plenty of green grass and shade trees to relax under. For our registered Shuttle Services National Monument guests we have a barbecue area with picnic tables and fire pit available Idaho Guide Service can help with your river Birds of Prey (Spring Only) 10 miles I-II 5-7 hrs $95 Memorial Weekend through Labor Day. shuttling needs in the Hagerman area. Please Billingsley Creek Lodging is a very unique property. We have a maximum call our office with a twenty four hour occupancy number of 26 people per day, this allows our guests to enjoy the notice. Prices vary upon destination. property and creek without feeling crowded. Please call us for Company and Group Discounts. Billingsley Creek does not allow All full day trips include riverside lunch & beverage. pets on the property or in the NOTE ON PRICING FOR FAMILIES AND SENIORS: rooms/cabins Kids 5-16 go 10% off on all trips when accompanied by an adult. Senior discount 10% on all trips. Room rates start at $75.00 per night Not included are guide gratuities which are optional but always appreciated. and cabin rates start at $85.00 per "If you like the ride, Tip the Guide!" night. For more information please call (208) 837-4822 or check our Follow us on Twitter & Facebook website billingsleycreek.com SALMON RIVER BOAT RENTALS, Paddling Instruction, ONE TO FIVE DAY TRIPS Shuttles, and Logistical Support IGS has been leading whitewater raft trips on the Salmon River for Idaho Guide Service offers a wide variety of watercrafts for over thirty-five years. We can offer a variety of options to fit your rent. Your choice of canoes, touring kayaks, sit on tops, and vacation schedule. Our one day trips take place in Riggins, Idaho. stand up boards are available. Included in the rental price This run offers class III/IV rapids that will keep you entertained all is the life jacket, paddle, and audible device. day. Double your fun and add beach camping to your trip with our Rental locations are out of Billingsley Creek Lodging and overnight excursion. This canyon trip offers class III/ IV rapids with Centennial Waterfront Park. stunning white beaches perfect for a game of beach bocce. If you are looking for a full adventure, the Lower Salmon Gorge four and five IGS PADDLE RENTALS SEASON PRICING day trip will fulfill your summer vacation rafting dream. This 1 Person Kayaks, Canoes 2 Person exciting class III/ IV whitewater section offers plenty of time to fish, or Paddleboards (SUP) Kayak or Canoe hike, and swim. The trip ends in Hells Canyon on the Snake River. 4 Hours (min) $25 4 Hours $35 Raft out or ask about the option to jet boat to Pittsburg Landing. Call our office for information and dates. Full Day Rental $40 Full Day Rental $50 Centennial Park Scenic Motor Boat Tours WHITEWATER TRIPS ON Relax and let the boat do all the work. Enjoy THE SNAKE & SALMON RIVERS Rental prices based on self- an excursion up river to Pillar Falls. Your Snake River Length Class Time Cost pickup. guide will share local history and geology of (Spring, Summer, Fall) of trip out per person Rental season May 15th to the area while you take in the sights of the Hagerman 9 miles II-III 3.5 hrs $60-$70 September 30th. June- Snake River Canyon. On many of the trips August are peak rental you will enjoy seeing BASE jumpers leap Murtaugh (Spring only) 14 miles IV-V 5-7 hrs $125 times. Please call our office from the Perrine Bridge. Great for all ages. Birds of Prey (Spring only) 10 miles I-II 6 hrs $95 to secure your rental needs. We also offer logistics and Reservations required. Salmon River (Spring, Summer, Fall) s h u t t l e s e r v i c e Meeting Place: Centennial Park One Day Salmon River 20 miles III-IV 6.5 hrs $95 information. Trip length: 1 hour 2 Day Salmon River 40 miles III-IV 2 days $350 Adults: (16 and up) $20.00 Ages 4 to 15: $15.00 4 Day w/Jet back III-IV 4 days $1250 Seniors: $17.00 5 Day III-IV 5 days $1250

1974-20 Your Idaho River & Outdoor Adventures 18 With our pre-season discount program! 44 Idaho Guide Service is a Licensed, Bonded, and Insured Outfitter in the State of Idaho. We are an YEARS equal opportunity recreation service provider under permit from and in working partnerships with ho Guide S the US Department of Interior, BLM, and as a Concessionaire of Twin Falls County. Ida ervi hank You for Your ce T Support!

Safety River Ratings Safety first is our rule. We realize everyone has a different idea Class I: Moving water with few riffles and small waves. Few or no of adventure so we have designed our trips from “Mild to obstructions. Wild”. Our guides are all trained in whitewater boating skills, Class II: Easy rapids with waves up to 3 feet and wide, clear channels that are emergency care, and river rescue techniques. All are licensed obvious without scouting. Some maneuvering is required. Class III: Rapids with high, irregular waves often capable of swamping an open and bonded by the State of Idaho and all carry first aid canoe. Narrow passages that often require complex maneuvering. May require credentials. Your safety is our first priority. shore scouting. Class IV: Long, difficult rapids with constricted passages that often require To Boise precise maneuvering in turbulent waters. Scouting from shore is often Bliss Exit necessary. Conditions make rescue difficult. 141 Class V: Extremely difficult, long, and very violent rapids with highly congested routes that almost always must be scouted from shore. Rescue conditions are difficult and there is significant hazard to life in the event of a Tuttle Exit mishap. Hagerman Section 147 Ritchie Rd Class VI: Difficulties of Class V Justice Grade carried to the extreme of navigability. Billingsley Nearly impossible and very Creek Hagerman 84 dangerous. For teams of experts only Lodging after close study. Wendell

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