Access to the two hot springs is currently being effected by the Boundary Fire.Click here to read about it in the hot springs forums…
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Mile-16 Hot Spring Fire (Idaho) Report
Greetings everyone. I just received a report from a fellow hot springer that the fire in the Payette National Forest has reached the opposite bank of the NF of the Payette River from Mile-16 hot spring. The report stated that actual flames were clearly visible from the pool.With that said, lets hope for the best …
Northwest Hot Springs & Red Spider Mites *UPDATED*
RSM: Red Spider Mite (magnified)Ahh yes, a natural nemesis of the hot springer, the Red Spider Mite (RSM) is known to inhabit a few hot springs. Barley visible to the naked eye, these tiny crimson mites scurry about on rocks and the top of water in and around select hot springs in Idaho and the …
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Idaho Grizzly Bear Killers Sentenced & Fined: Justice for Bear 346 and Cub
Image via WikipediaAfter initially challenging the charges against them, the killers later plead guilty to their crimes. The judge in the case ruled that the bear cub was not killed in self-defense as the defendants claimed. Both men will serve prison time and pay fines and restitution. The nearly $20,000 in restitution will go to …
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Treasure Valley Roadless Meeting Update
Tonight a rare combination of hunters, anglers and outdoor enthusiasts gathered at the Idaho Historical Museum to learn more about Idaho’s roadless areas. The event itself was organized by Trout Unlimited, the Idaho Conservation League and the Theodore Roosevelt Conservation Partnership.It was great to see a wide variety of ages and public land users at …
Man Drowns at Juntura Hot Springs in Oregon
Sad news to report about Juntura Hot Springs:On Sunday, January 15, 22 year old Aaron Carney drowned in Juntura Hot Springs, he was on a soak trip with his dad. The news surrounding the unfortunate incident provides very little details aside from how alcohol may be involved and that the man drowned while his dad …
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