Have you ever noticed how many brushings you can get out of an empty tube of toothpaste? It’s typically so many that we have redefined what “empty” really means. We actually have unilaterally developed techniques to get to the very bottom of things. So much so that we don’t even consider the notion of being “out” until we are “out”. In shared bathroom situations, “out” can vary amongst the parties involved. Usually someone will break before the other(s). However, I personally have shared … [Read more...]
The River of No Return – Idaho Wilderness Hunting Blog
Idaho Wilderness Company's Steve Zettel is a writer. As an Idaho Outfitter and Hunting Guide in the Frank Church "River of No Return" Wilderness, he often pens humorous experiences to share with readers. His tales include adventures from the Middle Fork of the Salmon River float trips and almost unbelievable yarns from his hunts in 'The Frank.' Who doesn't need the occasional side-splitter in today's tough world? Gather around our virtual campfire while we share a few classic stories … [Read more...]
Idaho Wilderness Company Guides That’s What Separates Us From Our Competition.
Ask any past guest what made their trip with us most memorable and they will enthusiastically answer, "the guides!" Idaho Wilderness Company Guides are your ideal river hosts, excelling at hunting, fishing, and culinary skills, not to mention, story telling. Guides for Idaho Wilderness Company are: Licensed rescue and first aid trained. Your safety is a top priority. Gracious, helpful and ready to show you the river and wilderness they love. Most willing and able bodied to ensure Guest comfort … [Read more...]
Directions and Maps
Idaho Wilderness Company
Directions and Maps - Our big game hunts require you to find transportation to and from either our wilderness trail head(s) or one of several back-country air strips. Most hunters will begin and end their hunt at the Challis airport. Be sure to communicate with us about your transportation details. Directions and Maps The Boise airport is the most convenient major air terminal if you plan to fly to Idaho. Car rentals, back country flights, and shuttle services are easily … [Read more...]
Guided Wolf & Bear Hunting + Fishing
Guided Wolf & Bear Hunting plus Fishing. This is a very unique hunting and fishing opportunity. Wolf and Black Bear hunting season open annually on August 30. A special time to hunt both predator species in the River of No Return Wilderness. Early September is an excellent time to call wolves in and the weather is typically nice enough to travel and camp comfortably in wolf country. This is a two-bear area: Early September finds many bears eating berries along Big … [Read more...]
Wilderness Fishing Camp on Big Creek Largest Tributary of the Middle Fork of the Salmon River
WILDERNESS FISHING, LUXURY CAMPING, HORSEBACK RIDING, FAMILY ADVENTURES All on the largest tributary of the Middle Fork of the Salmon River: BIG CREEK. We love "Fish Camp"and we want to SHARE it with you! When the Zettel boys were very small, my wife and I, and friends, spent a lot of time at Fish Camp. We had a crew take care of our Middle Fork trips while the Zettels would host countless guests at the Big Creek camp we call lovingly, "Fish … [Read more...]
The Idaho Wilderness Company
My name is Steve Zettel and I'd like to introduce myself and my family. I came to Idaho from Philadelphia in 1980 on a Greyhound Bus. I've been outfitting and guiding in Idaho and Alaska ever since. In 1996, I met Michelle, a Challis, Idaho native. We were married in August of 1998 and soon after, our two sons, Steven and Joel, joined us to make a family. Idaho Wilderness Company, is the outfitting adventure business that we started and have … [Read more...]
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