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Lower Salmon River - River Safety

Dress for Success / Wear your life jacket

Remember that personal flotation devices work only wen you have them on. Plan for all kinds of weather. Even hot, sunny days can turn cool and rainy, creating hypothermia conditions.

When in Doubt, Scout!

Most Accidents Happen on Shore

Wet rocks are slippery. Wearing your life jacket can help cushion a fall. Rattlesnakes, bees, cactus and poison ivy are all plentiful in the Lower Salmon River canyon country. Learn how to avoid them and how to treat the symptoms of an encounter.




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