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P.O. Box 150 - Stanley, ID 83278
(800)843-5475 - (208)774-3661 - Fax (208)774-3761
Summer Season Rates
Effective 5/22/00 thru 9/30/00
| Number of People |
Rate + Tax |
Senior Rates |
1 - 2 |
74.00 + 8.88 = $82.88 | 69.00 + 8.28 = $77.28 |
3 |
79.00 + 9.48 = $88.48 | 74.00 + 8.88 = $82.88 |
4 |
84.00 + 10.08 = $94.08 | 79.00 + 9.48 = $88.48 |
5 |
89.00 + 10.68 = $99.68 | 84.00 + 10.08 = $94.08 |
Confirmation
Numbers: E323019, E323020, E323021
Arrival 09/01 - 1 night Deposit Due on 08/02/2000
***All standard rooms come with
satellite television, VCR, telephone, in-room coffee maker, and two queen size beds. All
guests may enjoy
free use of our PRIVATE, NATURAL, HOT SPRING. Other special rooms and
rates below:
Suite 100: Includes two bedrooms,
each with a queen size bed. Plus, a queen size hide-a-way bed in the living area. Also,
has satellite T.V. with VCR, in-room coffee maker, telephone, and a small refrigerator.
Sleeps up to 6 people.
90.00 + 10.80 = $100.80
Suite 216: Includes two bedrooms,
each with a queen size bed, and a queen size bed in the living area(no couch). Also, has
satellite T.V. with VCR, microwave, in-room coffee maker, and telephone. Sleeps up to 6
people.
95.00 + 11.40 = $106.40
Suite 231: Includes two bedrooms,
each with a queen size bed. Plus, a queen size hide-a-way bed in the living area. Also,
has satellite T.V. with VCR, microwave, in-room coffee maker, telephone, microwave, sink,
and a small refrigerator. Sleeps up to 6 people.
100.00 + 12.00 = $112.00
Mystic Saddle Ranch, LLC
P.O. Box 736
Challis, Idaho 83226
e-Mail info@mysticsaddleranch.com
Web Page: http://www.mysticsaddleranch.com/siteindex.html
Free: 888-722-5432
Imogene lake is at 8200 feet above sea level with the valley floor(starting point) at about 6500 feet above sea level. The weather can be anything any day. Layers are the trick. You will be in our Indian summer with cool nights (it could be freezing but not likely) with warm days in the 70's and low 80's. Imogene is an area that you can build camp fires so that is a plus but I would suggest bringing a propane stove as well.
Below is an ESTIMATED cost based on six people, all riding. By looking at your gear the night before we will be better able to judge the amount of packstock you will need. We will only charge you for what you use even though you may have reserved more stock and did not use it. However, from our conversation that does not seem that will be a problem. :)
IN: 6 riding horses + 3 pack horses @$96.00/head $864.00
2 guides @ $120.00/guide and horse 240.00
Sub total
$1104.00
OUT: same $1104.00
5% state tax + 3% Forest Service Use fee 176.64
Total
$2384.64 Divided by 6 people = $397 per person.
If we have 8 people, the cost will be $3,006 / 8 people = $375 per person.Deposit requested $950.00 (sent to Jeff on 3/24/00) - Received confirmation from Deb on 4/10/2000
(sent balance due of 2056.72 to Deb on 7/26/00)
Deposits received from riders
age weight height Arnold $ 150 225.75 45 165 lbs. 5' 11" Mingus 150 225.75 45 220 lbs. 5' 10" Mullinax 44 331.72 61 190 lbs. 6' 01" Johnson 150 225.75 50 215 lbs. 6' 01" Moon 150 225.75 50 150 lbs. 5' 07" Thomas 156 220.00 50 165 lbs. 5' 11" Gordon 150 225.75 50 220 lbs. 5' 11" Mullins 0 375.75 74 235 lbs. 6' 5" Paid To Outfitter $ 950.00 $2056.72
Also keep in mind fishing license @ $7 first day plus $3 each day after. Guide tip of 10% = $37 per person. Lodging looks like about $94 per room of 4 people = $24 x 2 nights = $48. Van rental - John Arnold has made the following Van arrangements - Budget mini-van on hold. Weekly rate $379 (figure $450 with tax and gas= $75/person).
375 (note: could be $397 if only 6 people)
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You can get licenses and topos as well as tackle at McCoy's (208-774-3410). Breakfast can be had at around 7:00 AM. You will provide your own lunch but everyone will have a saddlebag. If you let the restaurant know they can pack you a lunch or we can do it for $8.00/person. It will take my crew until about 9:00 AM to be ready for you. They have to feed, saddle, water and pack prior to your arrival so 9:00 is a good time for us.
On a drop camp you can take what you like. That "what to bring list" is primarily for catered trips.
 | WHEN AND WHERE TO ARRIVEThe closest major airport is Boise, Idaho. You may also fly into Hailey, Idaho or Salt Lake City Utah. From the airport you may rent a car, take a air taxi, or van shuttle to Stanley. We would be happy to make these arrangements for you. On packaged trips this service is provided.
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| LODGING BEFORE AND AFTER TRIPStanley has a variety of motels and cabins for your night before
and night after your high mountain adventure. We would be happy to discuss your
needs and make the reservation for you or get you a list of lodges and let you make
your own reservation.
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| WEATHERMountain weather can be everything every day. Come prepared
for lows in the high 30's and highs in the high 80's. Layering is the answer to
enjoying your time in the mountains.
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| MEDICAL EMERGENCYEach guide carries a first aid kit and is trained in first aide and
CPR. Radios or cellar phone do not work in our wilderness so if an emergency arose
that needed additional medical help one of the guides would ride out to get additional
assistance. Getting a message to you while you are on your trip is difficult but possible
if necessary. Stanley has a medical clinic with an excellent nurse practitioner, a
community full of EMT's and an ambulance that can transport to Sun Valley. Life Flight
also comes into our valley.
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| TIPS FOR GUIDESIf your guides do a great job for you they really appreciate a
tip. We suggest 5-10% of total trip cost divided among your guides.
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| ALCOHOLPlease plan to provide your own and keep it separate from your
duffel. We will pack it in the food boxes when you arrive at the trail head.
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| WILDLIFESome of the wildlife that you can expect to see while you are on
your trip are deer, elk, an occasional Mountain Sheep or Moose. In the Sawtooth Wilderness
you may rarely see a black bear. In the Frank Church Wilderness black bear are more
prevalent but are not a problem. We also have small animals such as ground
squirrels, picas and a variety of birds.
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| BUGS |
The later in the season you come the less mosquitoes you will encounter. Early morning and just as the sun sets are the worst times. Plan to bring a insect repellent with you.
| TOILET FACILITIES ON TRIPSome of the lakes that we travel to have outhouses at the
lakes. If they do not, we provide small shovels to dig a cat hole or pack in a
portable toilet while we are at our base camp.
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| SLEEPING ARRANGEMENTS ON TRIPWe have 4-6 man tents and we normally put 2 people in. If you
are a single on a trip we are happy to provide you with your own tent. You are also
welcome to sleep under the stars.
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| FOOD ON TRIP/SNACKS
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| WILL I BE SORE FROM RIDING |
Unless you ride everyday you can expect to experience some soreness from riding. We have never lost any one from being too sore from riding! The trick is to get off and walk occasionally or ask your guide for a break.
| WHAT ABOUT GOOD WATER TO DRINKWe camp beside a good spring at our base camps. We provide
water filters and we do recommend that all water is filtered or boiled. The springs
are safe with wonderful mountain water. Plan to have a water bottle for when you are
away from the base camp.
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| BEARS AND SNAKESBecause of the terrain and elevation we have no snakes in the high country and very few bears. |
| SAMPLE ITINERARYWe do have sample itineraries of our trips. If you would like
to have us send you one just let us know. Every trip is customized to meet the needs
of the group so activities and events change with each group we take.
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| CANCELLATION POLICY |
We required a 40% deposit to confirm your reservation. Balance on the trip is due 45 days prior to arrival. The deposit it nonrefundable but may be applied toward trips at a later date not to exceed one year. If cancellation is necessary the balance will be refunded up to 45 days before the trip starting date. If notice of cancellation is received 45 days or less before trips starting date, no refunds can be made.
| ABOUT OUR AREAThe Sawtooth Wilderness lies in the high country of central Idaho
about an hour's drive from famous Sun Valley. This is a wilderness of spectacular
beauty. The three hundred miles of trail lead you through glacial valleys, alpine
meadows and snow fed streams. The The Sawtooth Wilderness which is a part of the Sawtooth
National Recreational Area offers a variety of outdoor activities. Ghost towns, white
water float trips, mountain biking and hiking are just a few of the many things to
do in the valley. Plan to come early or stay a few days after your trip to explore
this beautiful and peaceful valley. We are happy to answer any other questions that
you may have. Give us a call.
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| DUFFEL BAGS & PACKING GEARPlan to pack your gear in a soft duffel bag-Based on a 5 day trip.
Limit your gear to 40 pounds please. All your gear should be packed in sturdy duffel
bags except for daypack, camera, fishing pole and tackle, raingear and a jacket.
These items should be held out BEFORE our packers start to wrap and load your gear.
Your sleeping bag can be packed in its stuff sack and mattress pads should be rolled and
strapped or tied. Fishing poles should be protected in hard tube cases. Poles
and tackle will be carried on top of pack horses. Two small duffel bags are much
better than one big, heavy one. We recommend labeling all gear with name or
initials. Breakable items should be well-padded inside duffel bags. Please be
sure and tell our packers which bags contain breakables BEFORE they start loading.
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| CLOTHESBe sure and pay careful attention to our clothing list. The
trick in the mountains is to layer your clothing so that as the days grow warm and the
evenings cool you can add or subtract as needed. Be sure and bring good rain
gear. The mountains are unpredictable and afternoon thundershowers are not uncommon.
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| PERSONAL NEEDS |
toiletry items
1 washcloth
1 small towel
prescription medications/vitamins
sunglasses and/or prescription glasses
sunscreen
lip balm
insect repellent
We will provide a group first aid kit and trained certified personnel. If you regularly use items such as antacids, decongestants, rash or hemorrhoid ointment, eye drops, pain relievers, etc.. we suggest you bring your own supply. Sunscreen is a must. Please notify us of any special medical considerations ie diabetic, allergic to bee stings, etc...
SPECIAL DIETARY REQUEST: Please let us know if you have specific needs when it comes to the food being served on the trip. We are happy to accommodate special request.
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1 sleeping bag with stuff sack and sleeping pad-we recommend fiber fill II with a temperature rating of at least 20 degrees
1 daypack
1 extra stuff sack for laundry or stuff to make pillow
SLEEPING BAGS & PADS: We recommend a bag filled with good quality of synthetic insulation that is rated to at least 20 degrees. It's possible
for night temperature to dip near freezing even in the summer."Down" bags are not recommended because if they get wet they will not keep you warm and are very hard to dry out. Mattress pads are a must. A good choice is a "Therm-a-Rest" or other foam type pad. Air mattress that you have to blow up do not work.
DAYPACK: This is a great way to keep your gear organized for day treks from camp. Most of the horses will have saddle bags and it will be easy to put your personal gear in them when on the horse.
| MISCELLANEOUS
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| FISHINGFISHING LICENSE: Can be purchased locally before you pack in.
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