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Frequently Asked Questions »
» Physical Requirements For Guests
» Payments, Confirmations
and Cancellations
» Gratuities, Beverages, Luggage, Fishing and Valuables
» Getting to Stanley, ID
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| Physical Requirements | ||||||
Our primary concern is participant safety. The nature of an outdoor adventure
involves some physical exertion and also possible exposure to weather conditions
that can fluctuate greatly due to heat, sun, wind, or rain. Although we do have
experience accommodating persons with a wide range of physical challenges,
disabilities, or medical and health conditions, we have found that in some people
the fact of age, weight, lack of conditioning, heart or other disease, can create
additional hardship that diminishes the suitability or enjoyment of this type
of vacation. Please consider these conditions in making your choice of river
adventures. Please check with your physician prior to your trip if you have any
medical or health condition or if you are taking any medications, and then notify
us of how we can better help you with these conditions. In general, participants will
need to meet the following physical requirements:
Our principle objective is for you and your fellow guests to have an enjoyable and fulfilling experience. If you are concerned about any of these requirements, please call our friendly staff to further discuss which trip is right for you. Our Acknowledgement of Risk Form will more fully describe some of the inherent risks involved in these activities. We look forward to having you join us on the adventure of a lifetime. | ||||||
| Payment and Cancellation Policies | ||||||
A: Payment in full is due 60 days prior to trip departure and may be paid by check (preferably) or credit card. With your prior approval, we can automatically charge the balance due to your credit card 60 days prior to trip departure (if full payment has not been received). We reserve the right to cancel your reservation if full payment is not collected by the due date. If you must cancel any reservation, the information regarding the cancellation must be received in writing. The cancellation fee will follow the formula in the box in the chart below. Our cancellation policy applies in every instance and there will be no exceptions for any reason. Western River Expeditions will not issue any refund for arriving late or leaving a trip early. Western is not responsible for any expenses incurred due to travel delays, flight cancellations, or illness. If you are concerned about the possibility of having to cancel, we strongly suggest you purchase trip cancellation insurance to protect your vacation investment. Western River Expeditions assumes no financial responsibility for personal injury, emergency evacuation, or equipment lost or damaged in any way. You will find a link to cancellation insurance on our website at www.westernriver.com/insurance.
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| Gratuities, Beverages, Luggage and Valuables | ||||||
Gratuities » Your guides will make every effort to see that each of your adventures is enjoyable and successful. Gratuities for guides are appropriate, greatly appreciated and at your discretion, as a gesture of thanks for their professionalism and service. A suggested per-person guideline is around 10% of the total trip price. The common practice is to give the gratuity to the guide at the end of the trip. In trips where multiple guides have participated, the gratuity will be split amongst all of them. Beverages » Juice is served each morning and moderate amounts of bottled wine served with dinner. Soda, juice and beer are provided throughout the day. Unlimited quantities of water and lemonade are always available. You are welcome to bring your own beverages or alcohol. Luggage » Transfer all of your personal clothing and gear which you will need on the river expedition into a small lightweight duffel bag (approximately 14" X 21"). PLEASE DO NOT BRING SUITCASES ON THE RIVER! As part of your camping equipment package, we provide a water-resistant bag in which you will place your duffel bag (approx. 14" X 21") as well as the sleeping bag we provide for you. Ask your hotel about luggage storage while you are on the river. If you have extra luggage, speak to ROW Adventures and they will transport the extra luggage to Salmon for you. Valuables » You will want to have ID and a major credit card with you in the event of an emergency evacuation due to injury. This very seldom happens, but we want you to be prepared. Since jewelry is a potential "loss" item on your river trip, we recommend you leave all valuables at home. You may want to have cash available for a tip for your guides or to purchase items immediately following the river trip. It is wise to always have a major credit card on hand in case of evacuation. Fishing » Fly fishing and spin fishing are both common on the Middle Fork. For spin fishing 4 to 6 lb. test line is recommended with swivels and bright colored weight lures. Idaho regulations require barbless hooks or hooks with the barbs bent down on the Middle Fork. Fishing on the Middle Fork is catch and release only. Please bring collapsible poles and rigid pole cases. You may purchase a short term non-resident license in Stanley prior to your trip. For complete fishing regulations please contact: Idaho Department of Fish and Game
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| Getting to Stanley, Idaho | ||||||
You have multiple options to choose from with getting to Stanley, Idaho for your vacation. Daily flights and driving information can all be found on our Pre-Trip Information section of the Itinierary page. | ||||||
We've had the greatest vacation of all time! Your guides were awesome - knowledgeable, courteous, funny, helpful. The organization was great. Our son said we simply have to come back for another Idaho vacation.
Naperville, Illinois
