It is not often that a new hot springs comes back on the grid in Idaho. Usually, it is the other way around. But not this time! Mundo Hot Springs AKA Weiser River Trail and Hostel (and RV park) is opening their hot springs pool to the public on September 22nd. Mundo Hot Springs is located …
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Despite the wildfires, escape to a few backcountry hot springs was met with great success. Given that there's never enough time during the summer to qualify all of the soaks on your list before old man winter shuts the proverbial access window with a mighty slam. Unfortunately, many wildfires are still raging with smoke continuing …
It is hard to believe summer 2012 has almost come to a close... far too many wildfires this season if you ask me. The wildfires really kept summer soaking adventures to a minimum throughout the northwest. The good news; Fall soaking season approacheth! Hot Springs Photo Submissions Submitted by Mandy Hardan (thanks Mandy!): Greylock Hot …
I've noticed a disturbing trend that continues to grow while out hot springing of late - using a natural hot springs as a public bath with soap and/or shampoo. A HUGE, HUGE no no. I even had an associate debate me on the merits of how you get dirty 'out there' and need to clean …
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View Part 1 - View Part 2 Part 3 After the awesome dinner show, it was time for some hot coffee and journal notes. Post sunset was nice and warm, but cool enough to send the little buggars packing for the day. The wet spring has treated the insectoid realms well. I was so enveloped …
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I've ranted about Simplot in the past, and Micron, and Potlatch, and Butch Otter, and Mike Simpson, and the EPA. I have to admit, I didn't know Butchie married into the Simplot family. Being the Governor of Idaho and part of the Simplot family... well, that doesn't sound so great given his and Simplot's horrific …
