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Main Salmon Trip - Campsite and Fishing Tips

Mountain Buzz · Colorado, Western US and everywhere else

There isn't any class 4 on the main except at very high water. Elkhorn is read and run, though scouting the initial entry isn't a bad idea - it is a...

Old School: High water Arkansas river 1993

Mountain Buzz · Colorado, Western US and everywhere else

If the forecast for snow pack holds this year it will be an epic whitewater season. Ya'll be extra careful, and have extra fun with it.

Lottery Success question.

Mountain Buzz · Colorado, Western US and everywhere else

In spite of their .gov web address, (which might lead you to believe they are a governmental organization) recreation.gov is a private company...

Religions

Mountain Buzz · Colorado, Western US and everywhere else

Its not related to religions but the federal tax calculators online produce a $150,000+ federal tax burden for $500,000 with nothing other than...

AIRE - lighter weights

Mountain Buzz · Colorado, Western US and everywhere else

Doing 2 weeks of whitewater guide training in 2015 on 20 year old AIRE rafts ( circa the mid 90s), we put these things through living hell (combined...

Please Comment on Throw Bag Reg

Mountain Buzz · Colorado, Western US and everywhere else

Hi Andy, I just had a great conversation with Scott Brewen, the Director of the Oregon State Marine Board. Scott is one of the NBSAC members. He...

Dolores Guide book

Mountain Buzz · Colorado, Western US and everywhere else

Might try: Out West Books Grand Junction, CO Out West Books �« Books by, for and about the West Out West Books (http://outwestbooks.co/)

Deso July 19 - 25 questions

Mountain Buzz · Colorado, Western US and everywhere else

2 other resources: Desolation and Gray Canyons River Guide Thomas C. Rampton Riverbrain.com has great camp pics

Main Salmon Trip - Campsite and Fishing Tips

Mountain Buzz · Colorado, Western US and everywhere else

Thanks Michael. I have a fair amount of experience (started rowing at 15, now 36) and regularly run the Lochsa during the spring, but I am planning...

Lottery Success question.

Mountain Buzz · Colorado, Western US and everywhere else

Wow JPorter59 that is a really low hit rate. My small group of 7/8 regular lottery dice rollers usually score a few lottery permits each season...

Religions

Mountain Buzz · Colorado, Western US and everywhere else

---Quote (Originally by curtis catman)--- I am in the top tax bracket, 39.6% of my income goes to federal taxes. So when when I only have to pay...

Lottery Success question.

Mountain Buzz · Colorado, Western US and everywhere else

Hey was wondering if anyone had anything to say about whether they had less success, more success or about the same as past years as far as winning a...

Guide for a new company?

Mountain Buzz · Colorado, Western US and everywhere else

Thanks mattman, I will definitely do my best to stay humble and be a lifelong learner on the river.

AIRE - lighter weights

Mountain Buzz · Colorado, Western US and everywhere else

---Quote (Originally by Floatin mucho)--- In my opinion, Aire rafts are pretty overbuilt for the private market. ---End Quote--- I don't know...

Main Salmon Trip - Campsite and Fishing Tips

Mountain Buzz · Colorado, Western US and everywhere else

Due to your group not having run the Main before, I can cover some of the rapids that might be more of a concern. I don't know your experience but I...

Religions

Mountain Buzz · Colorado, Western US and everywhere else

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Deschutes: Warm Springs to Maupin Advice!

Mountain Buzz · Colorado, Western US and everywhere else

Be prepared for fierce competition for camps... the fishing Outfitters will send down a gear boat early and will occupy some of the best camps on a...

Old School: High water Arkansas river 1993

Mountain Buzz · Colorado, Western US and everywhere else

---Quote (Originally by yardsells)--- Here's the 1995 high water video. R.I.P. Sunshine Rock ---End Quote--- What happened to Sunshine Rock?

Religions

Mountain Buzz · Colorado, Western US and everywhere else

---Quote (Originally by restrac2000)--- Haven't stated many opinions about Islam as I think they are irrelevant to protecting and supporting...

How to deal with outboard on self bailer?

Mountain Buzz · Colorado, Western US and everywhere else

Great suggestions. I will try looking into frame extensions with motor mount to unload seams, better distribute weight /load, as well as strapping...

Deso July 19 - 25 questions

Mountain Buzz · Colorado, Western US and everywhere else

Take plenty of Bug spray, can tend to be a bit buggy by then, One of the better kid trips there is. An extra spare tire for vehicle and Trailer isn't...

Religions

Mountain Buzz · Colorado, Western US and everywhere else

---Quote (Originally by restrac2000)--- My point is your hypocrisy. You jump the gun by calling others "fascists" for having the audacity to...

Dolores Guide book

Mountain Buzz · Colorado, Western US and everywhere else

I used to boat with the authors back in the 90's and I bet Ralph has a few 100 copies in his garage in Jelm Wyo. I will see if I can get a hold of...

Escalante!

Mountain Buzz · Colorado, Western US and everywhere else

I'm game to try to get this one off the bucket list. I friend of mine did it 25 years ago and when he gets done being a snow bird next month I will...

Glade Reservoir on Poudre

Mountain Buzz · Colorado, Western US and everywhere else

The latest numbers I've seen show current proposal will reduce the flows below the canyon by up to 70%. There are already a ton of diversions at the...

San Juan to Lake Powell?

Mountain Buzz · Colorado, Western US and everywhere else

Craig Childs did an article for High Country New in 2011, not sure what month where he put in at Clay Hills and paddled to the Dam I think. He was in...

Religions

Mountain Buzz · Colorado, Western US and everywhere else

---Quote (Originally by restrac2000)--- My point is your hypocrisy. You jump the gun by calling others "fascists" for having the audacity to...

Dolores Guide book

Mountain Buzz · Colorado, Western US and everywhere else

So, how was the Slick Rock takeout situation ever resolved last year? The old takeout on rr upstream of the bridge worked well, but private land...

New 22 Canyon Cooler

Mountain Buzz · Colorado, Western US and everywhere else

I noticed this new Canyon cooler and it looks like a winner to me. http://www.canyoncoolers.com/scout-22.html 15.5 high 16.5 long 13.5...

Deschutes: Warm Springs to Maupin Advice!

Mountain Buzz · Colorado, Western US and everywhere else

The river is very wide at Whitehorse with little grassy islands and boulders scattered around, some of which have nasty reputations for eating drift...

AIRE - lighter weights

Mountain Buzz · Colorado, Western US and everywhere else

I think it is an awesome move by aire. I understand that in larger sizes, the weight difference may not seem like a big deal, but it should directly...

Glade Reservoir on Poudre

Mountain Buzz · Colorado, Western US and everywhere else

I've got the Save the Poudre poster hanging in my garage, but as I understand it, they are no long proposing to take any water at the Monroe Canal,...

Oar length for Aire 156D

Mountain Buzz · Colorado, Western US and everywhere else

Thanks everyone. Sounds like 10 footers are the winner.

Religions

Mountain Buzz · Colorado, Western US and everywhere else

---Quote (Originally by restrac2000)--- This is from an essay about Milo Y. but it seems fitting to Curtis given his definition of fascism, ie...

Selway Permit- July 2 2017

Mountain Buzz · Colorado, Western US and everywhere else

---Quote (Originally by natepelton)--- I compiled this 'guide' from every trip report I could find prior to my June 17, 2010 trip. There was no...

Glade Reservoir on Poudre

Mountain Buzz · Colorado, Western US and everywhere else

Hey Noco boaters: I just read a new article on the proposed Glade reservoir. Save the Poudre plans anti-NISP ballot initiative...

Religions

Mountain Buzz · Colorado, Western US and everywhere else

---Quote (Originally by curtis catman)--- Now that I have that all out in the open, why are people still trying to convince me that I am...

AIRE - lighter weights

Mountain Buzz · Colorado, Western US and everywhere else

---Quote (Originally by riverdoghenry)--- In all honesty, if I were now in the market for a new raft, I would be less inclined to pull the trigger...

Kayak Paint

Mountain Buzz · Colorado, Western US and everywhere else

Hopefully you are't spending enough time upside down to make painting the bottom of your boat a useful idea anyway! ;-) To make a solid stencil...

Deschutes: Warm Springs to Maupin Advice!

Mountain Buzz · Colorado, Western US and everywhere else

I like to run Whitehorse right down the middle. Hit the left edge of the hole at the top then split the pour over boulders just into the run. Stay...

Trailer Options?

Mountain Buzz · Colorado, Western US and everywhere else

---Quote (Originally by SKeen)--- If i may expand on the thread: what is the best way to make/ purchase affordable rollers? ---End Quote--- I used...

Old School: High water Arkansas river 1993

Mountain Buzz · Colorado, Western US and everywhere else

---Quote (Originally by yardsells)--- Some of you vintage guides from the Arkansas river might appreciate a stroll down memory lane. I'll post 1995...

A Boat for Women to Row?

Mountain Buzz · Colorado, Western US and everywhere else

Why all the debate? Have them demo both a small cat and a small raft and that will answer the question. Make sure both are set up properly for...

Religions

Mountain Buzz · Colorado, Western US and everywhere else

Curtis, Lets first be clear, its dangerous to conflate the actions of a few, ie extremists, with the behavior of the majority. Its inherently...

Using my kids to get on a trip...

Mountain Buzz · Colorado, Western US and everywhere else

I think your post should get you some decent invites. I wish I could help out but we were also skunked on permits. If you are interested, my family...