Life Salmon, Idaho.....talk to me......... - Page 3

**Bwana** · 07:04 PM

So does anyone know anything about this area? Fishing, drove though, lived there? If would seem an opportunity has presented itself in the future (fishing lodge) and I want to hear a little more about the area, first hand, if possible.

**Bwana** · 06-09-2012, 05:28 AM

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Man I'd LOVE it if it rain like a cow pissing on a flat rock. Except it wouldn't be like that. My country is so goddamn dry it'd be like you pissing in an empty swimming pool.

We have been in the dreaded, nice during the week and rain on the weekend pattern, for weeks now. I guess I'm going to have to start doing my ATVing on Fridays, if this keeps up.

Otter · 06-09-2012, 05:36 AM

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Yeah, if I go this route, you will have to haul your tail up there, to slay some monster steelheads.

Like I said, I really need to head up there for about a week, or at least a few days and really check things out. I will do that before the end of the summer.

I'd offer you advice but I know damn well you're the smarter man in this area. As much as I'd love for it to happen just because it would be so cool use your best judgement and feel it out.

Seems like Tony might be an asset in this category so don't forget to feel him out as fits.

Best of luck brother and keep me posted.

tmax63 · 06-09-2012, 07:32 AM

I haven't had an authentic vacation that wasn't hunting related and in state (CO) in 15 years. I would have to come up and visit if this works out for you. Make a solid decision and don't look back.

**Bwana** · 06-09-2012, 07:34 AM

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Originally Posted by tmax63

I haven't had an authentic vacation that wasn't hunting related and in state (CO) in 15 years. I would have to come up and visit if this works out for you. Make a solid decision and don't look back.

If I decide to go this route, I'd love to have you up for a vacation. I might even have some quality micro-beers on hand and a few cuban cigars stashed away.

Ace Gunner · 06-09-2012, 07:52 AM

It's been many years since I wandered those parts, the east Idaho area is some of the most tantalizing wilderness in the country imo. Salmon is not much of a destination spot though, it is very very beautiful, it's just not close enough to West Yellowstone for most people visiting that area to wander over and drop some tourist $$.

I'd say if you need an investment, this would do it, since you have control of advertising and the works of that lodge. But, if you're looking to turn it into a money maker, I'd take a close look and ask questions of the commerce there.

NewChief · 06-09-2012, 01:06 PM

What do you want to know? One of my best friends lives in Grangeville (not that close to Salmon), and he's married to a local whose lived in that area all her life (dad was mayor of Grangevile, etc..). He's almost invested in a variety of guiding operations (WW rafting and fishing) several times in Idaho, so he'd probably have some advice or input.

**Bwana** · 06-09-2012, 02:27 PM

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Originally Posted by NewChief

What do you want to know? One of my best friends lives in Grangeville (not that close to Salmon), and he's married to a local whose lived in that area all her life (dad was mayor of Grangevile, etc..). He's almost invested in a variety of guiding operations (WW rafting and fishing) several times in Idaho, so he'd probably have some advice or input.

I will contact you to get his name, before heading that direction, to take a look around. He sounds like one hell of a guy to talk to.

**Bwana** · 06-11-2012, 11:54 AM

I'm going to give this one bump, for the weekday crew.

tooge · 06-11-2012, 12:09 PM

I haven't been there. I've been steelheading though and that place looks like a winner. I don't know what you do now for a living, or if you are happy doing it, but being half owner of, and running your own lodge in a place like that sounds like my dream job.

**Renegade** · 06-11-2012, 12:10 PM

How long will it take to build the lodge? Are you looking at opening this time next year, or two years from now?

tooge · 06-11-2012, 12:13 PM

Lots of little bones in steelhead and trout, plus big bones in the T-bones you guys will be serving. That means lots of broken teeth for clients. You are going to need a full time, on staff dentist for sure.

**Bwana** · 06-11-2012, 12:21 PM

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How long will it take to build the lodge? Are you looking at opening this time next year, or two years from now?

My daughter has one more year of high school, next year. After that, it's go time, if I choose.

**Bwana** · 06-11-2012, 12:22 PM

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Originally Posted by tooge

Lots of little bones in steelhead and trout, plus big bones in the T-bones you guys will be serving. That means lots of broken teeth for clients. You are going to need a full time, on staff dentist for sure.

No doubt about it.

stevieray · 06-11-2012, 12:25 PM

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Originally Posted by Bwana

My daughter has one more year of high school, next year. After that, it's go time, if I choose.

...me too, I want to come work for you...

**Bwana** · 06-11-2012, 12:34 PM

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...me too, I want to come work for you...

Well if I decide to go this route, you will have to come out for a visit.

06-08-2012, 06:19 PM
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Ace Gunner First Overall Join Date: Jan 2011 Location: kcmo Casino cash: $10007271	It's been many years since I wandered those parts, the east Idaho area is some of the most tantalizing wilderness in the country imo. Salmon is not much of a destination spot though, it is very very beautiful, it's just not close enough to West Yellowstone for most people visiting that area to wander over and drop some tourist $$. I'd say if you need an investment, this would do it, since you have control of advertising and the works of that lodge. But, if you're looking to turn it into a money maker, I'd take a close look and ask questions of the commerce there. __________________ The Greatest
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06-11-2012, 12:09 PM	#39
tooge MVP Join Date: Feb 2007 Location: Liberty, MO Casino cash: $3684112	I haven't been there. I've been steelheading though and that place looks like a winner. I don't know what you do now for a living, or if you are happy doing it, but being half owner of, and running your own lodge in a place like that sounds like my dream job.
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06-11-2012, 12:10 PM	#40
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06-11-2012, 12:13 PM	#41
tooge MVP Join Date: Feb 2007 Location: Liberty, MO Casino cash: $3684112	Lots of little bones in steelhead and trout, plus big bones in the T-bones you guys will be serving. That means lots of broken teeth for clients. You are going to need a full time, on staff dentist for sure.
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