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Margaret Jensen

Dream Vacations

(208)-740-8194

mjensen@dreamvacations.com


ADVENTURE AWAITS! YOUR DREAM VACATION STARTS THE MOMENT YOU START PLANNING

Women's Adventure on Idaho's Legendary River of No Return

  • Everything is included, just show up with your bathing suit on and a drink in your hand!
  • Start and finish in Salmon Idaho
  • All logistics included, once we get to the take out, board a chartered plane for your flight back to Salmon Idaho
  • $100 Deposit holds your spot!
  • Space is limited so don't delay!


August 18-23, 2027

Adventure hosted by Margaret Jensen and Alison Steen

Adventure. Laughter. New Friendships. Five unforgettable days in the Idaho wilderness

 

Join Margaret Jensen and Alison Steen, owner of Yellow Jacket River Guides, for an incredible Women-Only Rafting Adventure down Idaho's world-famous Main Salmon River.

This is your chance to unplug, reconnect with nature, challenge yourself, and create memories with an amazing group of women. Whether you're traveling solo or bringing a friend, you'll be welcomed into an unforgettable experience.


🌲 Did You Know?

Idaho is home to two river canyons deeper than the Grand Canyon:

  • The Salmon River Canyon
  • Hells Canyon
  • Now it's your turn to experience one of them from the water


Your Adventure Includes


  • Gourmet Breakfast, Lunch and Dinners on the RIver
  • Tents, sleeping bags and pads to sleep on
  • Expertly guided guides that will give you thrills, and history of the canyon
  • Lots of time to relax
  • NOTE - Alcohol is allowed but you must bring your own in a non-glass container.


What You'll Experience


✔️ Exciting Class III-IV whitewater rapids

  • Black Creek
  • Bailey
  • Five Mile
  • Big Mallard
  • Elkhorn

Plus plenty of calm stretches where you can:

  • Swim in crystal-clear water
  • Paddle your own inflatable kayak ("ducky")
  • Relax on sandy beaches
  • Soak in natural hot springs
  • Enjoy gourmet riverside meals
  • Laugh around the campfire under incredible star-filled skies


And yes...you'll even learn what "Riding the Bull" means! 😉


Hosted by an Amazing All-Female Team

Your guide, Alison Steen, owns Yellow Jacket River Guides, an all-women guiding operation.

That means this trip is all about women encouraging women, sharing adventures, making new friends, and having a fantastic time together.

No experience is necessary—just bring your adventurous spirit!


ITINERARY

Why August?


August is one of the best times to experience the Main Salmon:

  • ☀️ Beautiful summer weather
  • 🏖️ Huge sandy beaches
  • 💦 Perfect water levels
  • 🚸 Kids are back in school, making for a quieter river
  • 🌄 Incredible scenery around every bend



Where It Begins



Meet in Salmon, Idaho on August 18 for an evening orientation at the Stagecoach Inn. (Reservations can be made by calling them at

Address: 201 Riverfront Drive, Salmon, ID 83467

Phone: (208) 756-2919


The next morning, travel by charter transportation to Corn Creek, where the road ends...and the wilderness begins.

Spend 5 days and 4 nights floating one of America's most spectacular Wild & Scenic Rivers before

August 23rd - ending your journey with a breathtaking Gem Air backcountry scenic flight back to Salmon, you will take home treasured memories!

Investment

$2,675 per person


Reserve Your Spot

Space is very limited and this adventure is expected to sell out.

Deposit Schedule

• $100 non-refundable deposit holds your spot

• $435 second deposit due October 1, 2026

• Final payment due April 1, 2027




Your trip includes almost everything:

✅ Professional river guides

✅ Rafting & camping equipment

✅ All meals on the river

✅ Camping accommodations

✅ Park fees & taxes

✅ Round-trip transportation from Salmon

✅ Scenic Gem Air backcountry flight

Simply pack your swimsuit, your sense of adventure...and your favorite beverage!


I AM READY TO GO! HOW DO I SIGN UP?

For questions or help booking:


Margaret Jensen

📞 208-740-8194

📧 mjensen@dreamvacations.com

Alison Steen

📞 208-993-0752

📧 alison@yjriverguides.com


Ready to Join Us?

Reserve your adventure here:


SOME LOGISTICS

If you are not from Idaho, don't worry, we will get logistics figured out when we know who is going. Trip price includes Round trip travel from Salmon including the scenic flight with Gem Air. You'll arrive in Salmon prior to noon on August 23rd: choose to spend the night and relax, or continue your travels.


Visit this website for more information about the trip, the meals, the river, etc.! When you are ready to book, you can contact me and I will assist you with making your reservation. 


www.yjriverguides.com


*Note- this is a public event and unless we fill their reservation, we may have other folks joining us. But that is ok! Meet new people. 


Let's go Rafting! 


MISCELLANOUS INFO

PACKING LIST


Summer weather in Idaho can be extremely variable. Most trips can plan for a combination of gorgeous, sunny weather and some cloudy days with a chance of rain.


These weather changes are often a highlight of the trip, as long as one has the right equipment.


Each day, you will need to be prepared for temperatures ranging from ninety degrees to forty degrees.


This rarely happens, but being prepared is the difference between being miserable and enjoying the river in a wide spectrum of conditions.


FOR FULL PACKING LIST CLICK HERE



GOOD READING LIST TO LEARN ABOUT THE RIVER!

IF YOU HAVE AN INTEREST IN LEARNING MORE ABOUT THE RIVER, HERE ARE A FEW SUGGESTED READING BOOKS!


WHAT OUR GUESTS ARE SAYING AND FAQ'S


A Few Notes


This is a public departure, so if our group doesn't fill the entire trip, other adventurous travelers may join us—which is just another opportunity to make new friends!


Yellow Jacket River Guides is fully licensed, bonded, insured, and operates under a Special Use Permit issued by the Salmon-Challis National Forest.



Whitewater rafting is an active outdoor adventure. Most reasonably active adults do very well on this trip. Participation is at each traveler's own risk.