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idaho is full of surprises.

It has a natural and cultural diversity as great as that of any other state in the nation. It’s also a large state covering over 83,000 square miles, making it larger than all of New

England. The border with Washington and Oregon extends nearly 500 miles from north to south. The northern panhandle is less than 50 miles wide, but the southern portion of Idaho stretches 300 miles from east to west.

Most of northern Idaho is forested while the most notable feature of southern Idaho is the Snake River

Plain, which sweeps across the state from Ashton in the east to Weiser in the west. Much of central Idaho is pristine wilderness that covers a granite rock called the Idaho Batholith. This wealth of high country sprawling between the Snake River Plain and the panhandle is an outdoor paradise. It has been said that if all of Idaho’s mountains were flattened out the state would be as big as Texas. Indeed Idaho is a majestic land you can land a with mountains and hills everywhere. Every county in the state has a lake, a reservoir, a river and countless streams, all loaded with game fish.

High alpine lakes are so numerous that many remain nameless yet are still accessible via trails. Chances are good for encountering wildlife on a pack trip or hike into Idaho’s mountains. Here in Idaho, the deer and the antelope really do play. hey dude!

Most of Idaho’s major cities are in easy reach of its Idaho’s guest ranches great outdoors, much to the delight of its citizens. range from working

Visitors will find many ways in which to explore outdoor Idaho. cattle ranches to upscale, resort-style lodges in the middle of

There are numerous small towns and villages with pleasant Bed wild country. They offer a wide assortment of activities for and Breakfast Inns and Lodges, whose proprietors can suggest everyone in your family. Experienced guides can take IOGA Directory | recreational pursuits nearby. Staying at a guest ranch or lodge in Idaho’s back country will give your family and friends a truly memorable experience. backcountry comfort. Because Idaho has more backcountry adventures than any other state in the lower 48, you may need some help finding the right place for your unforgettable vacation. Assistance and advice are readily available from the guest ranches and outfitters identified in this publication. They will help to ensure that your trip is in good hands, and provide you and your family with valuable information. Idaho outfitters must be licensed with the Idaho Outfitters & Guides Licensing Board. Each must meet rigid standards of performance and comply with all state and federal regulations. They must be certified in first aid and thoroughly know the area in which they operate. you trail riding on gentle horses for a few hours or a few days.

trail rides and summer pack trips. Many of Idaho’s working ranches have been in a family for generations, providing you with a rare opportunity to absorb the West by participating in a real cattle drive or doing other ranch chores. You can count on wagon rides, barbeques and marshmallows over campfires but you may also be able to

Introduce yourself, friends and family to beautiful scenery on a memorable and safe trail ride for an hour or longer if you wish. There’s no better way to see the beauty of Idaho’s backcountry than from the back of a horse. It’s a pace that is perfect for friends and family while enjoying the high alpine vistas and the magnificent serenity of Idaho’s wildlands. Encounter wildlife native to the area, enjoy stream or lake fishing, followed by star-filled skies and evenings shared around the campfire. And you don’t have to be an expert horseman to experience either a trail ride or longer summer pack huge adventure trip. For a unique pack experience, think about llama trekking. Allow the animal to carry your provisions while you enjoy a backcountry hike or

backpacking experience. pan for gold, learn archery or target shooting, or join a wellness program. Many have rafts or jet boats for wet and wild excursions on nearby rivers. Others are near shimmering lakes and add fishing to their repertoire. For a truly unique guest ranch vacation, consider a big game hunt in the fall, a fly-fishing experience on a world-renowned stream or a snowmobile or ski outing in the winter. Your hosts will share with you warm camaraderie, genuine family hospitality, great home-cooked food and activities for everyone. • Dedicated to conserving Idaho’s natural resources • Licensed and bonded with the state • Meet high standards of safety and professionalism • Highly committed to customer service • Certified in first aid • Offer a wide range of outdoor adventure options, from laid-back to thrill seeking Benefits of using Idaho outfitters and guides

skiing & snowmobiling. Winter in Idaho is just as fun as the warm weather months. You’ll find cross-country ski lodges in the Red River area, the Gospel Hump Wilderness Area, the Sawtooth National Recreation Area, the Tetons and the Salmon River Mountains. These Nordic lodges are warm and intimate and offer a nice change of pace from the large alpine ski resorts. Helicopter and/or backcountry downhill guided ski trips are available in the Sun Valley, Cascade/ Donnelly, McCall, Fairfield and Driggs areas. If you’re feeling more adventurous, try hut-to-hut and yurt-to-yurt ski trips. Each hut or yurt has wood stoves, hot meals and warm beds. For those craving a faster pace, there are more than 7,200 miles of groomed snowmobile trails to be ridden. With even more miles of powder in wide open country available, you may find the knowledge and experience of a snowmobile guide helpful.

member outfitters land adventures

4x4/atv/van tours Wind River Outfitters

cross/back country skiing Wilderness River Outfitters

guest ranches Diamond D Ranch Flying B Ranch Flying Resort Ranch Idaho Guest Ranch Middle Fork Lodge Shepp Ranch Western Pleasure Guest Ranch

hike/backpack/trek 51 Ranch Outfitters Aggipah River Trips American River Touring Association Barker Trophy Hunts/Barker River Expeditions Bear Creek Outfitters Bear Paw Outfitters Big Lost River Outfitters Boulder Creek Outfitters Diamond D Ranch Far & Away, Inc. Flying B Ranch Flying Resort Ranches Hamilton Outfitters Heaven’s Gate Outfitters Hells Canyon Adventures, III Idaho Adventures Idaho Guest Ranch Lewis & Clark Trail Adventures Little Lost Outfitters Lochsa River Outfitters Lockey U Outfitters McGowan Outfitting, Inc. Middle Fork Lodge Mike Popp’s Outdoor Adventures Mile High Outfitters of Idaho Mystic Saddle Ranch National Outdoor Leadership School (NOLS) Pioneer Outfitters Richie Outfitters Ridgerunner Outfitters ROW Adventures Sawtooth Wilderness Outfitters Shattuck Creek Outfitters Shepp Ranch S.O.A.R. Northwest St. Joe Outfitters & Guides Storm Creek Outfitters Sun Valley Outfitters, LLC Three Rivers Rafting Three Rivers Ranch/TRR Fly Shop Weitas Creek Outfitters #2 White Cloud Outfitters Wilderness River Outfitters Wind River Outfitters

llama packing Mystic Saddle Ranch Sawtooth Wilderness Outfitters White Cloud Outfitters Wilderness River Outfitters

lodge/cabin/campground Boulder Creek Outfitters, Inc. Hells Canyon Jet Boat Trips Idaho Adventures Korell Outfitters Salmon River Tours Co. St. Joe Outfitters & Guides Three Rivers Ranch/TRR Fly Shop

mountain biking Barker River Trips Barker Trophy Hunts/Barker River Expeditions Cascade Raft & Kayak Escape Adventures Idaho Guest Ranch Idaho Guide Service Lewis and Clark Trail Adventures OARS-Dories Shattuck Creek Outfitters Wilderness River Outfitters mountain/rock climbing Wilderness River Outfitters

sleigh/wagon rides Big Lost River Outfitters Pioneer Outfitters Sawtooth Wilderness Outfitters War Eagle Outfitter & Guides Western Pleasure Guest Ranch

snowmobiling Big Lost River Outfitters Boulder Creek Outfitters Flying B Ranch Hamilton Outfitters Juniper Mountain Outfitters Lockey U Outfitters McGowan Outfitting, Inc. Robson Outfitters Shattuck Creek Outfitters Storm Creek Outfitters Weitas Creek Outfitters #2 White Cloud Outfitters Wilderness River Outfitters Wind River Outfitters

trail rides 51 Ranch Outfitters Bear Creek Outfitters Bear Paw Outfitters Big Lost River Outfitters Bighorn Outfitters Bitterroot Outfitters Boulder Creek Outfitters Diamond D Ranch Flying B Ranch Flying Resort Ranches Hamilton Outfitters Heaven’s Gate Outfitters Idaho Guest Ranch Idaho Wilderness Company Juniper Mountain Outfitters Korell Outfitters

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Little Lost Outfitters Lochsa River Outfitters Lockey U Outfitters McGowan Outfitting, Inc. Middle Fork Lodge Mike Popp’s Outdoor Adventures Mile High Outfitters of Idaho Mystic Saddle Ranch Pioneer Outfitters Pistol Creek Ranch Rawhide Outfitters Ridgerunner Outfitters Richie Outfitters Robson Outfitters Sawtooth Wilderness Outfitters Shattuck Creek Outfitters Shepp Ranch St. Joe Outfitters & Guides Storm Creek Outfitters Sun Valley Outfitters, LLC Three Rivers Rafting Three Rivers Ranch/TRR Fly Shop Valley Ranch Outfitters War Eagle Outfitter & Guides Weitas Creek Outfitters #2 Western Pleasure Guest Ranch White Cloud Outfitters Wilderness River Outfitters Wind River Outfitters

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