Snake River Fund, in partnership with other local partners, is proud to bring back Summit on the Snake, our annual guide enrichment event! This program aims to support, educate, and build community amongst outdoor guiding professionals in and around the Snake River Headwaters. We believe our local guides, especially those who work on or near the river, are important bridges connecting the public to our beloved resource. By supporting these ambassadors’ health and ongoing education, we ultimately help create more meaningful connections between the thousands of visitors and Snake River stewardship. While this event is focused towards whitewater and scenic raft guides, it’s open to the public as well for a suggested donation of $10. Free admission for all outfitter staff!

Dave Hansen guides getting stoked for Snake River Fest! (Photo by Colin Wilson)

The Snake River Fund and its key partners are excited to announce the 3rd Annual Snake River Fest!

Snake River Fest celebrates the history, stewardship, and culture of our great river, along with the joy we all find in River Time. Join the river community June 4th through June 9th, 2024 for a multitude of engagements as our community celebrates our Wild and Scenic Rivers.

For more information regarding the Fest and partner event offerings, head over to www.snakeriverfest.com!

Last year, we were fortunate to have flows suitable for the Lunch Counter surf wave during Snake River Fest! (Photo by Izzy Lidsky)

Everyone is invited to compete in our annual Hoback downriver race at the Gilcrease Property! Navigate beautiful class II rapids that will challenge even the tightest of paddlers to stay high and dry. Tandem kayaks, longboats, inflatable kayaks, SUPs, and rafters are all welcome! Don’t let the “competition” deter you from participating; this race is all about having fun and not sweating who wins (just don’t tell that to the raft outfitter racers)! Registration fees, skill requirements, and prizes vary by competition class. If cost is prohibitive, please reach out.

Afterwards, camp along the Wild and Scenic Hoback River and enjoy an award ceremony and after party featuring live music, food, and beer tent. All proceeds benefit the Jackson Hole Kayak Club!

While porta-potties will be available on site, campers should come prepared with their own water and camp comforts. A shuttle will be available to transport campers to and from the Festival Village.

Young competitors warm up for the big race! (Photo by Colin Wilson)

At Snake River Fund, we work tirelessly with our partners to educate, support, and diversify our river recreating community. With the help of Women in the Tetons (formerly known as Jackson Hole Babe Force) and Black Fox Rescue Institute, Snake River Fund is proud to sponsor and host an all women’s river rescue course!  This two day, on-river swiftwater rescue course aims to empower women to seek adventure out on the river. Participants will practice how to lead and assist in moving water rescue, boat flip drills, and thinking through river rescue.

The application period opens May 1st – CLICK THIS LINK FOR THE SCHOLARSHIP APPLICATION

Two words: WOMEN and WHITEWATER! (Snake River Fund, 2021)