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Nimíipuu Protecting the Environment is hosting a flotilla on August 15th and 16th at Hells Gate State Park in Lewiston, Idaho, to celebrate the profound opportunities a free-flowing lower Snake River and abundant salmon and steelhead will bring to the Northwest—Tribal justice, ecosystem health, community resilience, recreation, and more! This special two-day event will be our biggest rally on the river in years—and will also featuring on-land activities including inspiring Tribal speakers, food, live music, a film screening, and interactive art! See the full schedule below.
All are welcome to this free community gathering. Join us to listen, learn, and take meaningful action towards salmon recovery in the Columbia Basin and healing the Snake River. Register for free today!
Flotilla Weekend Schedule
Friday, August 15th
- 7:00pm-8:00pm: Live music, food, and interactive salmon art activities
- 8:00pm-8:30pm: Film discussion of The Grand Salmon
- 8:30pm - 9:30pm: Outdoor screening of The Grand Salmon
Saturday, August 16th
- 9:00am: Gathering at the Asotin Boat Ramp (light breakfast provided)
- 9:45am: Flotilla launch from the Asotin Boat Ramp
- 9:45-11:30am: Rally on the water for a restored lower Snake River
- 11:30am-12:00pm: Flotilla welcoming blessing at Hells Gate shoreline
- 12:00pm-1:00pm: Salmon lunch and vendor tabling
- 1:00pm-2:30pm: Tribal Speakers sharing their wisdom and visions for the Basin
- 2:30-3:00pm: Closing with a blessing, song, and drums
Directions - Getting There
Where to Rent Watercrafts
- University of Idaho Outdoor Rental Center (Moscow, ID)
- Lewis and Clark College Float and Tote Rental Center (Lewiston, ID)
If you are participating in the flotilla, you are responsible for bringing your own non-motorized watercraft (kayak, canoe, raft, etc.). Personal Flotation Devices are also strongly encouraged.
How to Reserve a Campsite at Hells Gate
- Go to https://getoutside.idaho.gov/hells-gate/camping
- Enter the zip code of your residential address.
- From the calendar on the left, select a check-in date of Friday, August 15 and a check-out date of Saturday, August 16. Click the green button below the calendar that says “Map View for 8/15 to 8/16”.
- Once in map view, if you have any requirements for your site (e.g. ADA sites, RV sites, etc.), check them in on the left. Then, from the map, select any of the three loops. Within those loops, select the site you want to reserve.
- Click the red “Reserve” button on the left. Input your vehicle, guest, and payment information, and then select the blue “Reserve” button from the bottom right. Note down what site you reserved before closing out.
- When arriving at Hells Gate State Park on August 15, make sure to check in at the Park Office before heading to your campsite.
Email abbys@wildsalmon.org with any questions or if you need assistance reserving a campsite.
Thank You!
You're all set to attend the Envisioning a Restored Lower Snake River Flotilla on August 15th and 16th at Hells Gate State Park in Lewiston, ID. A confirmation email will be sent to you shortly.