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Jack, Pat, and I are still smiling after a WONDERFUL trip. I’m always sure that I’ll have fun on a river trip but this one exceeded my expectations. … (T)he guides were terrific. … We can’t wait to get out on the water again.
Chestnutt, Evergreen, CO (2021)
This song was performed for the guides the last night on the river July 21, 2012. The way you wear your hat. The way you tied my fly, The memory of all that, No, no they can’t take that away from me. The way you run the rafts, The way you drink ’til 3, The way you serve our needs, No, no they can’t take that away from me. We may never, never meet again, On the bumpy river Salmon, Still I’ll always keep the memory of… The way you pitched our tents, The way you cooked our meals, The way you’ve changed my life, No, no they can’t take that away from me. M. Pratt, Skillman, NJ. (2012) You can count on me and my “suspect river behavior” to be back soon! I had a great time.
D. Felder, Norcross, GA. (2012)
“Truly an amazing trip! I think my clients yesterday may have gotten sick of me talking about it.”
J. Eaton, Bozeman, MT (2016)
Just wanted you to know what an excellent time we had on the Salmon River Canyon last week. My expectations were so high based on our prior trips with Hughes and it was hard for me to believe that those expectations could be exceeded – but they were. Great trip, great weather, Buzz, Traves, and Mark were absolutely outstanding. Couldn’t have asked for anything more. You’ve outdone yourselves again. THANKS!!
K. Gowland, Boise, ID (1998)
We are so grateful to you, Colin, Hughes Crew, and good companions for the memorable Owyhee float. We expected an experience of a lifetime, and our wish came true! The Owyhee River is not to be missed (even if a 10 year wait for water is necessary). And we will also pass the word that this area is worthy of protection.
S. Miller, Idaho Falls, ID (2016)
Thank you again for a great trip! It was a real privilege to be in such a beautiful place with wonderful people. The guy playing the flugel horn was fantastic too!
P. Brown, Seattle WA (2009)
You have put together a terrific group, beginning with Kim in the office and extending to the field staff. The guides were wonderfully professional, going well beyond what was needed just to do their jobs. The River and it environs are magnificent, and the commentary, friendliness and support of the individual guides enhanced the experience considerably.
L. Smith, Greensboro, NC (2006)
Thank you and your staff for providing a once-in-a-lifetime, wonderful experience for our 12 friends, my husband Andy, and me! All your guides were so pleasant, accommodating, and just down-to-earth, good hearted, fun loving gentlemen. Of course the scenery was breathtaking, but our enjoyment of our surroundings was only made possible by our guides, under whose guidance we were able to sit back and enjoy the ride! We all had so much fun, many laughs, and beautiful memories that will last our lifetime!
S. Newell, Somerdale, NJ (2013)
Rafting on the Grande Ronde was really nice. And bears, snakes, eagles, etc. made it all the more memorable. My kids had a great time! Musically, it was the bet yet. Thanks again for your vision of putting a jazz float on your itinerary.
D. Mendenhall, Lakeville, MN (2011)
I just had to tell you how much fun I had with Ashley and the guys. Seeing Buzz again was awesome and meeting Tony and Mark was great. Loved the beautiful Ronde. Thanks again for a wonderful time. I am game for the Middle Fork JAZZ trip next August. While we are ABLE we should do as many as possible. I will be able to go til I am 98!
N. Amar, Centreville, VA (2011)
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