Learning Vacations in National Forest and National Recreation Area

(EMAILWIRE.COM, August 17, 2009 ) BOISE, IdahoÂ—Southwest Idaho is a region offering a value-packed scenic vacation for visitors seeking to discover the convergence of both pastoral landscapes and urban bliss. The area appeals to many interests and an escape here means desert exploring, horseback riding, multiple watersports, hiking, skiing and much more. Points of interest are multiple, including an observatory at a state park, museums and heritage and cultural sights.

Whitewater enthusiasts and owners of Cascade Raft and Kayak, the Long family offer a variety of adventures in the pristine Boise Boise National Forest on the Payette River. Adventure is naturally part of the trip, with tour names including The Rush and The Plunge and rapids named Bronco Billy, Staircase and Slalom, plus a portaged 40Â’ waterfall called thundering Big Falls. Full or half-day adventures are available, with full-day excursions including gourmet riverside lunches amidst incredible scenery.
Thrill-seeking starts young for some, and the two- and four-day paddling camps are ideal and affordable for kids eight and older. Visitors interested in experiencing the Class III and IV waters, first-time rafters, families and groups will all find a trip to suit their schedule, budget and level of comfort.

Sawtooth Wilderness Outfitters are permitted on the Sawtooth National Recreation Area and the Boise National Forest, with a variety of adventures for solo travelers, families, groups, or couples. Offering a variety of horseback riding family adventure vacations including Idaho Wilderness Pack Trips, Horse Owner Vacations, Equestrian Vacations, Trail Rides, Spot Packing Service and Packing School, Sawtooth Wilderness OutfittersÂ’ trips appeal to a diverse range of ages and level of experience.

Guided Horse Pack Trips take travelers to the wilds of the Sawtooth Wilderness with views of high mountain lakes, green meadows and towering peaks. Trips last anywhere from two to 10 days and include options to fish, relax or explore the wilderness with day rides or day hikes. Travelers can also ride the back country with their own horses. Ladies Rides are customized for ladies only, with all the comfort and opportunity to experience the wilderness amidst friends. Packing School is interactive and designed for the horseman with basic riding skills and students will learn the basics of horse packing, tack adjustment and care, the barrel and basket hitches for a Decker saddle and the diamond hitch for a Sawbuck saddle. Students will also learn to prepare their equipment, pack the horse and lead their string to a back country destination. Additional topics are low impact camping, back country ethics, care of livestock in the back country, emergency horse first aid and meal planning and preparation. Spot packing service, trail rides, float trips and many other options are available to travelers seeking a horseback riding adventure.
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