11 am – Salmon of Idaho
Idaho Fish and Game          Lori Burchard, Tour Guide

11:30 and 1:30 – Puppet Show

12 Noon and 2 PM – Music with Dave Monroe

Fish Painting        Games        Gift Bags

Story Telling        Costumes        Giant Salmon Tent

For Information call 208-774-3376 From 9:30 to 5 Friday-Sunday

STANLEY, IDAHO

After an easy winter where snowfall was less than average in the Stanley area, this springs rains and snowfall have set new records.  With Summer Solace past, summer and sunshine have arrived in the high country in  the Sawtooth Valley, Stanley Idaho.
With the sun shining, the snow melting and the flowers peeking their heads out in the many meadows that abound in the Stanley Basin, the valley is glistening with that magical spell that attracts visitors from near and far. All of the businesses are open and ready to greet and serve the many guests that will enjoy the grandeur of the Sawtooth Mountains this summer.
For the adventurer, pick from a variety of activities; white water rafting, horseback riding, mountain biking or mountain climbing, which can be from a few hours to multi-days.
For those who like quiet solitude, try fishing in one of the many streams or a high mountain lakes or hiking to a hidden spot few have found.  These high mountain lakes are accessible by horse or on foot.  Some lakes and many streams are also accessible by automobile.  Hiking, backpacking, shopping, eating at the great restaurants or just hanging out at the beach at Redfish Lake are all favorite past time of locals as well as visitors.  You will never lack for something to do in this beautiful valley.
The Sawtooth Hotel, the historic hotel in “downtown Stanley” is again open for business for the first time in 10 years.  They are offering dinner and have 10 rooms available for summer guests. The same owners will be serving breakfast and lunch at the popular Bakery just down the street. Contact the hotel at 208-721-2459.
BackCountry  Bristro, located in the Stanley High Country Inn, is offering fine dining Friday & Saturday evenings and the fun and affordable Monday night BBQ.  They often have a band at the BBQ so come and join the fun.  Reservations are appreciated 208-774-7000.
Galena Stage Stop Corrals is open for horse rides and will start their Thursday Night Wagon Rides & Barbeque with Galena Lodge June 24th and continue throughout the summer.  Wagon rides may also be booked for private parties. Additional information may be obtained at 208-726-1735.
White water float trips are popular activity for our traveling guests. The River Company 208-774-2244, Sawtooth Adventure Company 208-774-4644, White Cloud Rafting Company 208-774-7238 and White Otter Adventures 208-838-2406  are all excellent choices for a great white water adventure.
Come stay and play in this summer wonderland.  For additional information on these and additional activities please contact Stanley Chamber of Commerce at 208-774-3411 or www.stanleycc.org

RECREATION REPORT
May 28, 2010.

SNRA HQ Visitor Center – (208) 727 – 5013)  Open Everyday 8:30 am–5 pm
Stanley Ranger Station  -   (208) 774 – 3000)   Monday – Friday  8:30 am–12:00 pn
Monday – Friday  1:00pm– 4:30 pm
Ketchum Ranger Station  – (208) 622 – 5371) Monday – Friday  8:30am – 5:00 pm

ATTENTION!
The timber cutting season in the Sawtooth NRA has been delayed until further notice because of wet and muddy conditions. Call the above phone numbers to check on the opening dates information next week. Thank you for your patience.

TRAIL INFORMATION: As a rule of thumb stay away from trails over 7000 feet. Conditions vary and can be quite hazardous. Call your local ranger station for updates as the season progresses.

ROADS INFORMATION:
Roads are open but they’re still wet and muddy. If a road is snow covered, you should turn back. The terrain is hazardous for drivers and hikers. Some roads have been signed “closed” due to conditions. Use caution and, please, do not drive around these signs.

Highway 75 Area– PARTIALLY OPEN

Nip and Tuck Road in Lower Stanley open 2.4 miles
Office Flats Dispersed Area – (East of highway across from Stanley Ranger Station)
Buckhorn (Access to Summer Cabins)
Alturas Lake Road open to Alpine Creek Trailhead.
North Fork Canyon Road
Prairie Creek Road open ¾ mile to Harriman Trail Trailhead
Quadrant Gulch Road open about a mile.
Anderson Creek Road is open a ½ mile to Harriman Trail
Silver Creek Road is open to the big meadow
FS #210 – (From Decker Flat)

Highway 75  Area– CLOSED (Signs Posted and/or Road Gated)
Sawmill Creek Road
Rough Creek Road
Dispersed Site South of Redfish Lake Road/east side of the highway.
FS #210 – (From Redfish Lake Road

Highway 21 OPEN
Stanley Creek Road open to the first bridge
Stanley Lake Road
Iron Creek Road to the trailhead.

Highway 21 Area – CLOSED
Valley Creek Road
Elk Meadows Road

To check for current Idaho road conditions and closures log onto http://511.idaho.gov/ or call: Statewide Road Conditions at 888-432-7623

CAMPGROUNDS Call 1-877-444-6777 or go to www.recreation.gov. Campground sites can be booked up to 180 days in advance and group campsites and picnic areas can be booked up to 360 days in advance. In addition to reservable campsites, many are first come first serve. Dispersed camping is also available. To make a reservation call; 877-444-6777 or go online at www.recreation.gov. Reservations CAN NOT  be made at local forest service offices or individual campgrounds and have to be a minimum of 4 days prior to reservation date.
The Salmon River Complex: OPEN:
Redfish Lake Complex- OPEN
Except for Redfish Inlet, Sockeye & Mt. Heyburn which open 6/04
Stanley Lake//Highway 21 Complex – OPEN
Except for Iron Creek Campground,  Lake View Campground. 6/04
Wood River Complex (Blaine County) OPEN
Alturas Lake Complex – OPEN
Except for Chemeketan Campground, Alturas Lake Picnic Area A, Alturas Lake Picnic Area B, North Shore, Alturas Inlet Campground, Alturas Inlet Beach and Picnic Area which opens 6/04.

The Sawtooth Interpretive and Historical Association bookstore has increased its choice of books and other items that available for sale at the Stanley Ranger Station, The Sawtooth NRA Visitor Center and the Ketchum Ranger Station

OTHER INFORMATION – WE ARE PLEASED TO OFFER A VARIETY OF EDUCATIONAL ACTIVITIES, PROGRAMS AND SERVICES TO LOCAL SCHOOLS AND VARIOUS GROUPS. Call Susan Kranz at 727-5018 for more information.. Thank-you …The Sawtooth NRA Staff.

Grab your skis and head for the hills,  it’s time for the 8th Annual Sawtooth Ski Festival!
Mark your calendar for March 6th and 7th 2010, and join us in the Stanley Basin and Sawtooth Valley,  where the cross country ski trail systems of Park Creek and Alturas Lake are showcased  during the Sawtooth Ski Festival.

The fundraiser begins with the Park Creek Poker Run and Chili Feed on March 6.  Festivities kick off at eleven and chili is served from noon until 2 pm.  At Park Creek, 7 miles west of Stanley,  skiers  and  snowshoers  follow a  course,  pick up cards at check points and the best poker hand wins  new snowshoes from Backwoods Mountain Sports!!!   Enjoy a bowl of  homemade chili, some cornbread and delicious cookies provided by our volunteer cooks. Spend the day enjoying  the incredible trails and stunning views at Park Creek.

At 5:30 pm,  Saturday evening,  at the Stanley Community Building,  a  dinner extravaganza is served!  Join in  the spirited  bidding on SILENT AUCTION items while listening to the great Bluegrass music of our favorite local band,  Headwaters.

Round out your weekend on Sunday, March 7th, with lunch and social hours at Alturas Lake Ski area.  Look for signs that direct you to the hilltop,  where another feast and a great party awaits!!!  Take part in a trailside  “gnome  search”  and win a ski club vest!

Donations at all events are gratefully accepted, heartily encouraged and truly appreciated!!!

The Sawtooth Ski Club, based in Stanley, Idaho,   is a non-profit organization dedicated to providing quality groomed cross country ski trails in the Sawtooth Valley and Stanley Basin.  The Sawtooth Ski Club pays for  expenses such as machinery, gas, oil, repairs, maintenance and grooming implements, as well as matching grants for some of the grooming costs.    Membership dues are extremely affordable, so fundraising is an essential part of having groomed, protected ski trails in this remarkable area. We  appreciate your kind support. If you can’t attend and wish to send a donation, the address is Sawtooth Ski Club, PO Box 224, Stanley, Idaho, 83278.  Thank you!  Call Karen at 774-3487 for more information. See you there!

For more information contact Erin at 208-774-2286 or Sara at 1-800-843-5475 or to download the entry form visit the event page.