Exclusive Idaho Owyhee Canyonlands Adventure for JRBAF Members

Email from The Jim Richmond Backcountry Aviation Foundation and/or Cub Crafters, Inc Sign Up Now - Limited Space Available     - Second Call - 2025 Fly n' Float at the 45 Ranch! Owyhee Canyonlands Adventure April 18-19   Help Support Expanded Public Backcountry Aviation Access! Sending this out a second time... time is getting short, and we need at least another four (4) participants to be able to launch this incredible trip for 2025. If you're looking for a spring adventure, you'd be hard pressed to find a better one than this! Escape into the wild beauty of Idaho’s high desert and embark on a rafting adventure that starts and ends at the 45 Ranch, where rugged landscapes meet the unspoiled waters of the Owyhee River. Whether you're a seasoned paddler or a first-time adventurer, this trip offers the perfect blend of excitement and tranquility. Glide through pristine canyon walls, tackle thrilling rapids, and take in breathtaking views of untouched wilderness stretching as far as the eye can see. With expert guides leading the way, you can relax, enjoy, and create memories that will last a lifetime! This is a special opportunity for JRBAF members. Fly your own airplane to the 45 Ranch in southwest Idaho for a two-day guided rafting expedition on the South Fork of the Owyhee River. The trip is scheduled for April 18-20, the peak of the rafting season, and costs $2,500 per person. Space is very limited, with only 6-8 spots available. Arrive at the 45 Ranch between April 15th and 17th to get comfortable before the adventure begins. Jon Barker of Barker River Expeditions will arrive late on Friday, April 17, to brief everyone on the trip and distribute gear while JRBAF provides dinner that evening. The next morning, Jon and his crew will transport everyone overland to the launch site, five miles upstream from the ranch. From April 18-19, you will raft through one of the most spectacular, wild, and historic sections of the river. During the trip, you'll pass through Bull Basin and visit the memorial at the site of the deadly 1981 confrontation involving Claude Dallas, Jim Pogue, and Conley Elms. Float past the old Coyote Hole homestead, located several miles above the ranch, and imagine life in this remote landscape 100 years ago. The canyon is home to abundant wildlife, including bighorn sheep, golden eagles, and river otters. Late in the afternoon on day two, you will return to the 45 Ranch for showers, warm beds, and a hot dinner. Don't wait, this is an incredible trip, click the link below to sign up! Thank you, Brad Damm / Executive Director Jim Richmond Backcountry Aviation Foundation Please note: You must be a JRBAF member to participate. Due to the nature of the trip, there are no refunds for weather-related cancellations. Pilots are responsible for making their own decisions about flying into the 45 Ranch and may arrive a day or two early if needed for weather considerations. Driving to the ranch is also an option, but a high-clearance 4x4 vehicle is required. Pilots flying in should be proficient in mountain, canyon, and remote backcountry flying. In the unlikely event that the river is unsuitable for rafting, guided hiking and canyoneering trips in the local area will be available. Accommodations & Gear:  The 45 Ranch has three bedrooms available for couples and four bunk beds for singles, assigned on a first-come, first-served basis. All rafting gear (wetsuits, splash gear, booties, sleeping bags, pads, overnight bags, day bags, etc.) is provided. Bring only the standard clothing and gear you would for a multi-day fly-in camping trip. Food is provided from dinner on April 17 through breakfast on April 20. If you plan to arrive earlier or depart later, you must bring your own food and beverages for the extra days. Click Here To Reserve - 2025 Rafting Trip The 45 Ranch - A Unique Wilderness Fly-in Oasis! The first property the Jim Richmond Backcountry Aviation Foundation has opened for public aviation access is the historic 45 Ranch in SW Idaho's Owyhee Canyonlands area. An amazing green oasis surrounded by a sea of desert and sage, it is a wonderful place to fly in and visit! We will be opening more properties to the public in 2025! Learn more: 45 Ranch & Owyhee Canyonlands Our Mission To expand public backcountry aviation access for current and future generations of aviators. Learn More: What we are doing and why? In Honor of James Ronae Richmond Husband, father, and backcountry aviation pioneer. Born 12-2-53 / Died 11-21-21 Learn More: About Jim Richmond     Jim Richmond Backcountry Aviation Foundation | jimrichmondfoundation@gmail.com Mailing Address: 8 The Green, Suite 15081 | Dover, DE 19901 US Unsubscribe | Update Profile | Constant Contact Data Notice
Sending this out a second time... time is getting short, and we need at least another four (4) participants to be able to launch this incredible trip for 2025. If you're looking for a spring adventure, you'd be hard pressed to find a better one than this!
Escape into the wild beauty of Idaho’s high desert and embark on a rafting adventure that starts and ends at the 45 Ranch, where rugged landscapes meet the unspoiled waters of the Owyhee River. Whether you're a seasoned paddler or a first-time adventurer, this trip offers the perfect blend of excitement and tranquility. Glide through pristine canyon walls, tackle thrilling rapids, and take in breathtaking views of untouched wilderness stretching as far as the eye can see. With expert guides leading the way, you can relax, enjoy, and create memories that will last a lifetime!
This is a special opportunity for JRBAF members. Fly your own airplane to the 45 Ranch in southwest Idaho for a two-day guided rafting expedition on the South Fork of the Owyhee River. The trip is scheduled for April 18-20, the peak of the rafting season, and costs $2,500 per person. Space is very limited, with only 6-8 spots available.
Arrive at the 45 Ranch between April 15th and 17th to get comfortable before the adventure begins. Jon Barker of Barker River Expeditions will arrive late on Friday, April 17, to brief everyone on the trip and distribute gear while JRBAF provides dinner that evening. The next morning, Jon and his crew will transport everyone overland to the launch site, five miles upstream from the ranch. From April 18-19, you will raft through one of the most spectacular, wild, and historic sections of the river.
During the trip, you'll pass through Bull Basin and visit the memorial at the site of the deadly 1981 confrontation involving Claude Dallas, Jim Pogue, and Conley Elms. Float past the old Coyote Hole homestead, located several miles above the ranch, and imagine life in this remote landscape 100 years ago. The canyon is home to abundant wildlife, including bighorn sheep, golden eagles, and river otters. Late in the afternoon on day two, you will return to the 45 Ranch for showers, warm beds, and a hot dinner.
Don't wait, this is an incredible trip, click the link below to sign up!
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