"We have the advantage of having the country's most beautiful and bountiful river as our office," comments Al Bukowsky, owner/operator of Solitude River Trips. "Thanks to a 1973 catch-and-release only policy, the Middle Fork offers some of the best cutthroat fly fishing in the world. And the water is so crystal clear, you can actually watch the fish rise to your fly!"

A river trip on Idaho's Middle Fork offers plenty for anglers and non-anglers alike: exhilarating whitewater, stunning scenery, sandy beaches, breathtaking waterfalls, soothing natural hot springs, Native American pictographs, food to rival your favorite restaurant and more stars than your kids can count. It's no wonder that the Middle Fork is considered one of America's premier family adventure vacation destinations.

"Snowpack at Banner Summit is at 94% and holding due to cool temperatures," adds Bukowsky. "That equates to a terrific whitewater rafting season, and will mean better fishing earlier - beginning in mid-June instead of mid-July."

The Orvis Company, founded in 1856, has been endorsing fly fishing operations via a much-anticipated annual awards ceremony since 1986. Recognition by Orvis is considered the industry's most prestigious honor.

The season on Idaho's Middle Fork of the Salmon River runs through September. For more information, trip dates and prices, visit or call: