Since 1976, Solitude River Trips has offered travelers an unparalleled opportunity to experience the awe-inspiring wilderness of the Middle Fork of the Salmon River in Idaho with fully guided whitewater rafting and fly fishing expeditions.

1. Media Kit

2. Solitude River Trips
Since 1976, Solitude River Trips has offered
travelers an unparalleled opportunity to
experience the awe-inspiring wilderness of the
Middle Fork of the Salmon River in Idaho with
fully guided whitewater rafting and fly fishing
expeditions. A veteran Middle Fork outfitter,
Solitude River Trips invites guests to explore
the spectacular federally-designated Frank
Church River of No Return Wilderness on their
exclusive expeditions which capture the
essence of this breathtaking untamed
wilderness area.

3. Whitewater Rafting
A Middle Fork whitewater rafting trip with Solitude River
Trips is one of the great true wilderness adventure
experiences in the lower 48. Rafters who run the
Middle Fork wind their way through one of the largest
and most beautifully preserved wilderness areas in the
US. Days are spent riding more than 300 exhilarating
rapids on Solitude’s 106-mile rafting adventure. Nights
are spent under the glorious Idaho sky, sleeping in
comfortable tents, swapping stories by campfire, and
feasting on delicious riverside fare. A rafting trip with
Solitude River Trips offers guests a truly unforgettable
‘off the grid’ experience with ample time for not only
rafting but also swimming, hiking, fishing, wildlife
viewing, relaxing, playing, eating and more.

4. Rafting Trip Highlights:
• Experience one of the world’s most prized rafting
experiences
• Explore 106 miles of river with spectacular
scenery, wildlife, and vistas
• Encounter more than 300 rapids
• Stay in spacious four person tents with all gear
and supplies provided
• Enjoy gourmet riverside meals
• Guides set up camp for guests—no work
necessary
• Music, friends, and entertainment around the
campfire
• Plenty of time for fishing, relaxation, and
exploration

5. Fly Fishing Trips
The Middle Fork of the Salmon River remains one of the
greatest strongholds of Cutthroat Trout in existence. Middle
Fork Cutthroat average 12 to 15 inches in length with some
up to 20 inches or more making for robust catches. Framed
by the Sawtooth and Salmon River Mountains, the Middle
Fork provides a spectacular backdrop for fly fishing. Solitude
River Trips offers fully-guided fly fishing expeditions that give
anglers the chance to experience the quiet tranquility of
fishing in this breathtaking wilderness area. With Solitude
River Trips, guests enjoy fishing from the bow of custom drift
boats or fishing rafts (depending on the season), riverside
camping in roomy tents, delectable food, and more. Thanks
to the cutthroats’ cooperative nature, the Middle Fork is an
ideal place to introduce newcomers to fly fishing, so the
experience is perfect for both novices and experts alike.
Solitude River Trips is the only Orvis® endorsed outfitter on
the Middle Fork of the Salmon River.

6. Fly Fishing Highlights:
• Opportunities to seek the beautiful Cutthroat, the
first Salmonid chronicled by Lewis & Clark on
their historic journey
• Enjoy fishing in the pristine wilderness of Frank
Church River of No Return Wilderness
• Fully guided fishing expeditions including
equipment, camp setup and more
• Delicious riverside meals
• Expert guides that share knowledge about fly
fishing
• Premium Orvis® fly fishing gear provided
• Guests sleep in roomy, comfortable tents
• Anglers enjoy fishing in crystalline waters from
the comfort of custom McKenzie drift boats or
fishing rafts

7. Choose An Adventure: Combination Trips
Choosing whether to ride the rapids or get out the fly rod
can be a difficult decision, so Solitude River Trips now
offers a combination fly fishing and whitewater rafting trip
through the Middle Fork Salmon River wilderness. With a
Middle Fork rafting and fishing combo trip, guests can
split their time between paddling white water rafts and
casting dry flies to rising cutthroat trout from drift boats.
Guests can choose from combo trips that take place in
the summer or fall seasons, both of which offer their own
unique advantages. On the combination adventures,
travelers enjoy the same dazzling scenery, cozy riverside
camping, and mouth-watering cuisine as the separate
rafting and fishing trips, but they can enjoy the best of
both worlds. Solitude River Trips also offers chartered
trips for groups of 10 or more.

8. Orvis Endorsed Idaho Whitewater Rafting & Fly Fishing Trips
More than two decades ago, Orvis set out to make planning a world-class fishing
experience easier for our customers. They sought out the best fishing operations in the
most exceptional fishing areas of North America. The result was the Orvis-Endorsed
Lodge, Outfitter, Expedition, Guide Service and Guide Program. Each endorsed
operation has its own character, but all share the same high standards: great service,
great fishing and an experienced, professional staff. These standards of excellence are
continually reviewed by the Orvis staff and evaluated by visiting guests in post-visit
critiques sent directly to Orvis. Orvis-Endorsed operations cater to every ability from
beginner to expert. Solitude River Trips has been named an official Orvis Endorsed Fly
Fishing Outfitter and is the only Orvis Endorsed outfitter that operates on the Middle
Fork.

9. About Solitude River Trips
Al and Jeana Bukowsky formed Solitude River Trips in 1976 on the Rogue River of Southern
Oregon and have been running river trips ever since. Al's two uncles (Gavin Smith and
George Smith) introduced Al to fishing and boating on the Rogue in the 1950's along with his
mother who was an avid outdoorswoman, and he was forever hooked on both. In 1978 Al
started guiding on the Middle Fork of the Salmon for Mel Norrick and purchased Mel's
outfitting business in the 1980's. Al or Jeana or both join all of Solitude’s trips on the Middle
Fork, rare in todays world as most outfitters are absentee owners. Al knows the river like the
back of his hand and can spin tales for hours about the river's amazing history. Stories that
hold people's attention...even the guides gather around when Al starts talking boating and
Middle Fork history. Al has been working on a project for years about old time outfitters and a
family tree of this history of the various outfitters who have run the river over the years.
Solitude River Trips offers highly personal, unforgettable Middle Fork rafting and fishing
experiences.

10. Media Contacts
Stephanie Parnell
Stephanie@adventuremedianews.com
832.755.7661
Al Bukowsky
Solitude@rivertrips.com
800.396.1776