Put a Local Kid on the River This Summer!
For many who have spent time on Idaho’s rivers, there’s a moment that sticks—the first push off shore, the sound of oars dipping into current, the feeling of being carried into something bigger. It’s a spark that keeps people coming back, season after season. But spending time on the river is a privilege.
The gear, logistics, and time required for even a single-day float can be out of reach. And while the Salmon River flows through the heart of this community, many local youth have never experienced a day on the water. The Free Youth River Float exists to change that.
Each July, all incoming 4th and 5th grade students in Lemhi County are invited to participate in a free, one-day float from Shoup Bridge to the Salmon boat ramp. For many, it’s their very first time in a boat—an introduction to the river that defines this place.
Since launching in 2024, nearly 60 local kids have participated in the program. This effort is made possible through strong community partnerships and a shared belief: that every child should have the opportunity to experience their home river.
As the program enters its third year, Salmon Valley Stewardship is working to transition from grant funding to a more sustainable, community-supported model. Because we all know—sometimes, it only takes one trip.
$2,022.02 raised
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Class III Sponsor - partially funds a spot the float & helps cover lunch costs
$25
Class IV Sponsor - fully funds one child on the float
$70
Class V Sponsor - fully funds a spot on the raft and more!
$125
Headwaters Sponsor - makes everything downstream possible!
$500
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SVS qualifies as a tax-exempt organization under Section 501(c)(3) of the Internal Revenue Code. SVS’s Tax Identification Number is 20-3724466. All contributions to SVS are tax-deductible to the full extent provided by law.