Ivory-Billed Woodpecker Back from Presumed Extinction

Very awesome indeed! This species of Woodpecker has not been seen since the 1930s! Click on the link above or below to read the full article courtesy of NWF: the National Wildlife Federation.

> Article Link: Ivory-Billed Woodpecker Back from Presumed Extinction

> NWF Link

Hot Springs Article Posting "Testing Spirits Around Hot Springs"

Click on the link below to read the hot springs related article.

> Testing Spirits Around Hot Springs

Indian Bathtub II Hot Springs Trip Report

Here is some updated information about Indian Bathtub II (AKA Lower Indian Bathtub) in the form of a June 4th trip report. Click on the link below to view.

> June 4th Indian Bathtub II Trip Report

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Happy Soaking!

Molly's Hot Spring in Idaho Revisited

Molly's Hot Spring

We were stoked to have Molly to ourselves after passing the jam-packed tubs just up the road. No trash! Woo Hoo! Great work everyone; keep picking up trash and utilizing low-impact techniques as this hot spring is in a very sensitive area. The pool was back to its original size, and finding the right mix of hot water to come out of the right hose proved to be quite difficult. After more hose fidigiting we were able to warm up the pool enough for a quick soak. Had we more time I believe we could have engineered a better setup. All in all, a nice trip.
Rating: B-

Mile-16 Hot Spring in Idaho Revisited

Mile-16 Hot Spring

Excellent! What more could you ask for? I found out on this particular trip that the National Forest (Payette) cleans and cares for this hot springs on a regular basis. Please help do your part by not bringing in glass containers, refrain from using any kind of soap (including bio soap), pack out what you pack in and pick up any trash you see. The law in this neck of the woods are quite liberal and proud of it - expect a ticket if you are caught littering or doing worse.

Tarps, soap and bio soap do not break down completely in the wilderness. Instead, their remnants grow fungus that is foreign to this type of environment. This foreign fungus soon overtakes the natural fungus and hence dramatically effects the waterways, fish and animals that all depend on it. If you must use a tarp take care not to leave it behind. If you must use soap please use bio soap, but wash yourself at least over 150 yards away from any creeks, rivers, lakes or any other water sources or channels.
Rating A+