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4 days, 3 nights Wine & Food on the Lower Salmon River

  • solar_tag-price-bold Price:$1995
  • Age Min Age:8+
  • bar-graph Intensity: Moderate
  • water-waves rapids: Class II-IV
  • humbleicons_arrows Put In/Put Out: Pine Bar (near Cottonwood, ID) Take-out: Heller Bar, WA

Wine & Food on the River trips, a delicious recipe starting with a great multi-day whitewater rafting trip. Next, add a fabulous multi-course dinner catered by a top notch chef, then prepared and served riverside by your guides. For the final touch, add a local Walla Walla winemaker to share not only their wine, but their story. Some people describe our Wine & Food on the River trip as “glamping”. We just call it a great river trip with the best food, wine, and camp gear you will find on a river.

Experience the ultimate river adventure—secure your spot today and make unforgettable memories!

2025 DATES AVAILABLE:

July 11-14 Reininger Winery

July 19-22 Sleight of Hand Cellars

August 4-7 Gifford Hirlinger

From $1995

  • Adult (16+): $1995 each
  • Child (8-15): $1995 each

2025 Rates & Dates:

4-day trips: $1,995 per adult, $1,995 per child (8 to 15 years old)

Wine and Food on the Lower Salmon Itinerary

Trip Logistics and Itinerary

4 days, 3 nights Wine & Food on the Lower Salmon River

Each Trip varies slightly with size of group, interests of guests, etc. This is a “typical” trip itinerary that will vary.

At 6:00 pm attend the pre-trip meeting at The Holiday Inn in Clarkston Washington. Pick up your dry bag and go over the morning itinerary. If you are staying at the Holiday Inn, you can leave your vehicle here for the duration of the trip.

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FAQs

50% down payment is required to book a trip with final payment due 30 days prior to launch. Deposits and final payments are non-refundable and non-transferrable to a later date. 

Minam Store Outfitters requires that all participants provide proof of travel protection coverage to participate in this trip. Participants may purchase this coverage from the provider of their choice. For your convenience, we offer Travelex Insurance Services, Inc (CA Agency License #0D10209) plans to help protect you and your travel investment against the unexpected. If you feel that the covered reasons eligible under the Trip Cancellation benefit will not meet your needs, Cancel for Any Reason is an available upgrade on Travelex’s Ultimate plan. Please see the Travelex Ultimate plan flyer here for more information. Purchase restrictions apply. For more information on the available plans visit https://www.travelexinsurance.com/index.aspx?location=37-0157&go=bp&navigation=off or contact Travelex Insurance 800-228-9792 and reference location number 37-0157.

The product descriptions provided here are only brief summaries and may be changed without notice. The full coverage terms and details, including limitations and exclusions, are contained in the insurance policy. Insurance coverages underwritten by Zurich American Insurance Company (NAIC #16535, state of domicile: New York), 1299 Zurich Way, Schaumburg, IL 60196. Certain coverages not available in all states.

Minam Store Outfitters reserves the right to move any trip to a different river for safety due to extreme water conditions, forest fires, road closures, and/or acts of God. Minam Store Outfitters reserves the right to change partner wineries or chefs if scheduled winery or chef can not participate for any reason. 

What to bring and wear on your experience.

Experience Whitewater Rafting Packing List

Equipment & Personal Items:

  • Water Bottle: Heavy duty, 1 liter capacity with carabiner to hook to boat
  • Headlamp or flashlight
  • Plastic bags: 1 large trash bag and assorted zip locks
  • Sunglasses (preferably polarized) with securing strap and a spare
  • Small, quick-drying towel
  • Toiletries, including biodegradable soap
  • Sunscreen & lip protection (waterproof & 30 SPF or higher)
  • Moisturizing lotion or cream
  • Insect repellant
  • Personal first aid kit
  • Spare pair of prescription eyeglasses or contacts
  • Cash for gratuities for your guides and chef (10%-15% of trip cost is normal depending on how well you think they did)

Footwear:

  • River shoes or sandals WITH a heel strap
  • Athletic shoes or hiking boots if you plan to hike

Clothing:

  • Long sleeve shirt: lightweight and light color for sun protection
  • Long pants: lightweight and light color for sun protection
  • Shade hat or visor with securing strap and a spare
  • Rain jacket and pants: waterproof (not water resistant. A hooded jacket with secure closures is recommended)
  • Swimsuit and/or swimming trunks
  • Underwear: quick drying
  • Quick dry shorts: 1 pair
  • Quick dry t-shirts/tops: 1-2 pair
  • Synthetic long underwear top & bottom: 1 set light to medium (optional for July & August)
  • Camp clothes: comfortable and appropriate for season

Optional Items:

  • Beverages: we provide coffee, tea, water, sparkling water and wine. Feel free to bring your favorite beverage of choice.
  • Sarong: useful for sun protection and changing clothes
  • Day pack or hydration pack
  • Bathing wipes: pre-moistened disposable towels
  • Ear plugs
  • Binoculars
  • Camera and accessories
  • Splash jacket and pants
  • Lightweight cord & clothespins for drying clothes
  • Sketchbook, notebook & pen, paperback book

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