First Rapids on the Main Fork of the Salmon River

We set off from the put-in, the crisp morning air filling our lungs as we pushed off into the Main Fork of the Salmon River. The water was clear and cold, flowing smoothly at first, as we made our way through the calm stretches of the river. But it didn’t take long before the river's power became undeniable. The first set of rapids approached quickly, the roar of the water growing louder as the current picked up. We paddled into the rush, the boat lifting and plunging with the waves as the first few rapids tested our coordination and nerve. It was a reminder that the river’s beauty was matched only by its wild, untamed nature. Each stroke set the tone for what would be an exhilarating journey ahead.