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How You Can Prep for an Idaho Winter Adventure During the Summer

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Even though it’s 90+ degrees outside, it’s actually the perfect time to think about winter! If you love winter activities like snowshoeing, skiing, or snowmobiling (or all of the above), it’s never too early to start planning. There are all kinds of things you can do during the summer to get ready for your next Idaho winter adventure. Whether you’re planning to go on Idaho snowmobile tours or you want to spend a week at a ski resort, here’s what you can do right now. Shop Winter Apparel and Gear Want to save a little cash while still getting high-quality winter apparel and gear? Now can be a great time to shop. Shopping for winter gear between spring and summer can net you some pretty sweet deals. Many outdoor recreation stores have cold-weather gear available at discounted prices. Thrift stores can also be a treasure trove of accessible and affordable winter gear. You can find everything from winter coats to snowshoes at great prices. Get Yourself “Winter Fit” Many w...

3 Adventurous Ways to Get the Most Out of a Week in Idaho

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When you visit Idaho, even for just a week, there’s never a shortage of things to do. In the summer months, you have everything from festivals to fairs along with all the hiking, camping, and rafting opportunities. Idaho really is an outdoor enthusiast's playground. You could spend half the week rafting Hells Canyon Idaho , and then the other half exploring everything Boise has to offer. If you’re visiting Idaho this summer, or have plans to visit in the future, here are a few adventurous ways to make the most of your week in the Gem State. Get Lost on the Moon Idaho is home to countless landscapes that inspire. One of the most breathtaking places to visit is Craters of the Moon National Monument & Preserve. This monument, often compared to the surface of the moon, is a vast series of lava fields in the central part of the state. You can spend several days hiking through the monument, exploring caves and stark scenery you won’t find anywhere else in the continen...

Why a Whitewater Rafting Trip Is a Great Summer Adventure for Teens

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Keeping teens occupied can be challenging. During the summer, they might have a few things to keep them busy, but they still have plenty of downtime. And then, of course, there’s the screentime and the challenges of limiting it. If you’re looking for an engaging way to keep your teens occupied before summer ends, consider a rafting trip. You can spend a few days on a Salmon River whitewater rafting trip that takes you and your teens out of the house and into the Idaho wilderness! Introduce Them to New Ways to Have Fun Summer is full of opportunities for fun. But for teens, it can be easy to get caught up in the same routines. It’s up to you to put those opportunities in front of them, including a whitewater rafting trip down one of Idaho’s famous rivers. Before summer ends, make sure to book a trip with river rafting Salmon River guides or Snake River guides. Even if your teens have never rafted before, the tour guides will ensure they have a ton of fun! Take a Break Fro...

Why the Snake River in Idaho Is an Ideal River for Rafting

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The Snake River is the longest river in Idaho, stretching from one side of the state to the other. Along its path, you’ll find all kinds of incredible, natural wonders. There’s the Teton Range just on the other side of the Idaho border in Wyoming, the Snake River Canyon in Southern Idaho, and Hells Canyon along the western border of the state. The Snake River is also a fantastic river for rafting. You can go on Snake River rafting tours that last for days and see so much of what Idaho has to offer, like Hells Canyon. Here are a few more details that make the Snake River such a great river to raft! It’s Incredibly Accessible The Snake River curves through Southern Idaho, which is the least mountainous region of the state. Because of this, much of the Snake River is easy to get to. Even the more rugged stretches of the river, like along Hells Canyon, are fairly accessible. This high degree of accessibility makes rafting the river a simple prospect. There Are All Kinds of R...

4 Reasons to Go All-Inclusive on Your Next Hells Canyon Rafting Trip

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Do you love camping, rafting, and spending time outdoors, but aren’t really into the whole “planning” thing? This is why all-inclusive rafting trips were created! You can go on a Hells Canyon rafting trip in scenic Idaho and have just about everything taken care of before you even get in the raft. Going on an all-inclusive rafting trip comes with all kinds of advantages, and it all starts with not planning anything. Planning Is Much Easier With an all-inclusive rafting trip, the route and itinerary are taken care of by your rafting company. The biggest thing you have to plan is what clothes and shoes to bring. For a summer rafting trip in Hells Canyon, you’re going to want to pack sun gear, including sunglasses, sun-protective clothing, and sunblock. You’ll also want at least two footwear options. Your feet will get wet, and you’ll want dry footwear for camping, hiking, and other riverside excursions. All the Gear You Need in One Place A multi-day rafting trip down th...

Dreaming of Winter? Secure a Snowmobile Tour with America’s Rafting Co!

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Your next winter adventure awaits with America’s Rafting Co. Winter may be months away, but if you’re already dreaming of your next snowy adventure, it’s time to lock in the guided snowmobile tours Idaho loves. America’s Rafting Co takes you and your family into some of Idaho’s most scenic backcountry for a day of snow-covered excitement and adventure on the back of a snowmobile! Lock in your winter adventure at https://idahooutdoortours.com/ Contact America’s Rafting Co: (208) 347-3862 Spend the Day in Payette National Forest When you book one of the guided snowmobile tours Idaho loves with America’s Rafting Co, they take care of all the details. All you have to do is arrive ready to go at their headquarters in Cambridge, about a two-hour drive north of Boise. From there, America’s Rafting Co’s guides take you and your family to the trailhead in Payette National Forest. You’ll spend the day exploring Idaho wilderness on the back of a snowmobile. America’s Rafting Co pro...

4 Things to Do If You’re Visiting Idaho This Summer

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Idaho is a spectacular state to visit. Just ask anyone who lives here! There’s something to do around every corner, from the mountains to the rivers. If you’re here for a week, you can spend one part of that week rafting Hells Canyon Idaho , and the other part exploring any of the nearby mountain towns. If you’re visiting Idaho this summer, here are a few things you must do!  Enjoy a Relaxing Float Down the Boise River A lot of visitors to the state may find themselves in Boise, especially if they’re flying in or driving by on Interstate 84. If you’re in Boise, summer is float season on the Boise River. The great thing is you don’t have to go far! Most people float between Barber Park and Ann Morison Park. Floating the Boise River is leisurely and lasts a couple of hours. Go Whitewater Rafting Through Hells Canyon For a more thrilling river experience, it’s time to head to the Snake River. There are several stretches of the Snake River you can raft down, but if you...