Getting to the Lodge:
To get to Speywater Lodge, guests need to drive themselves to the lodge, located in Troy, Oregon. Cell phone coverage is spotty and online map instructions are unreliable. Guests are advised to follow the directions mapped out in our Driving Directions to Speywater post.

Arrival Day:
Guests are asked to arrive at the lodge between 3:00 PM and 6:00 PM.

Departure Day:

• Lodge Trips: Guests are asked to depart the lodge by 10:00 AM.
• Float Trips: Guests will fish and float on their last day and reach the takeout in the late afternoon or early evening where their vehicle will be parked. We suggest that guests overnight in Lewiston, Idaho the night they come off the water.

Recommended Hotels in Lewiston, Idaho:
Hells Canyon Grand Hotel
621 21st St, Lewiston, ID 83501

Inn America
21st St, Lewiston, ID 83501

Travel Cash:
As a guideline, we recommend that each guest travel with approximately $1,000 (USD) for staff and guide gratuities.

Float trips will need to pay for vehicle shuttles at Boggan’s Oasis. The shuttle will cost approximately $250-$275 (USD) per vehicle and can be paid for with cash or credit card (credit cards have a processing fee) at Boggan’s Oasis (Note: Shuttle not included in package and shuttle prices are set by Boggan’s Oasis and subject to change).

Credit Cards:
The lodge does not take credit cards

Gratuities:
The following are guidelines, and all gratuities are up to the discretion of the individual guest. Gratuities can be left with the head guide at the end of the week for distribution to guides and staff.

• Lodge Trips: $400-$530 per person
• Float Trips: $475-$630 per person

Fishing Licenses:
Fishing licenses are not included and will need to be purchased in advance.

For Lodge Trips:
Guests will need the following Oregon and Washington fishing licenses for all days, except arrival and departure days.

• Oregon Requirements: Licenses can be purchased HERE.

1. Oregon fishing license (note, for annual licenses, guests must also purchase a "Combined Angling Tag")
2. Columbia River Basin Endorsement
   Steelhead Note: Included in 1-day/3-day licenses.
   

• Washington Requirements: Licenses can be purchased HERE.

1. Washington fishing license
2. Columbia River Salmon and Steelhead Endorsement (CRSSE)
   Steelhead Note: Catch cards are included in all license types (1-day, 3-day, or annual).

For Float Trips:
Guests need the following Washington fishing licenses. Licenses can be purchased HERE. A Discover Pass is required for every vehicle being shuttled to the take-out. Discover Pass can be purchased HERE.

1. Washington fishing license
2. Columbia River Basin Endorsement

For Spey Schools:
To ensure maximum flexibility and access the best water, Oregon fishing licenses are required for all days except arrival and departure days. Washington fishing licenses are required for the second, third, and fourth days of the school, as you will be on the water fishing those days in Oregon or Washington.

Important Fishing License Note: Mobile Apps vs. Paper
Both states use mobile apps to manage licenses. Guests must choose one method (mobile app or paper copy) as they cannot be used interchangeably. If opting for printed licenses, digital versions will be voided and vice versa.

Digital:

• Washington: Download Washington’s app HERE.
• Oregon: Download the MyODFW app from the Apple App Store or Google Play.

Paper: Print your license at home.

Cell Coverage and Wi-Fi:

• Cell Coverage: Cell service is extremely spotty. If you need to be in contact with anyone while on the river, you may want to bring a satellite phone or satellite texting device.
• Wi-Fi: The lodge has Wi-Fi available.
• Emergency Contact: The lodge has a landline.

Power:

• Lodge: The lodge has power.
• Float Trips: There is no power while on the float trips. We suggest bringing a cell phone battery bank to recharge phones while in camp.

Laundry:

• Lodge Trips: The lodge has laundry machines available for guests to use in an emergency.
• Float Trips: Laundry service is not available on float trips. Please pack accordingly.

Water:

• Lodge Trips: The lodge has drinking water straight from the tap.
• Float Trips: Plenty of drinking water is packed into the float trip and guests will have access to fill water bottles as needed.

Beverages/Alcohol:
Alcohol is not included. Guests may bring their own. For guests flying into Lewiston, ID, we highly recommend purchasing all your alcohol before leaving Lewiston as it is easier than purchasing in Washington.

Float Trips: Bottled/glass beer is not allowed on the float trips; it must be in aluminium cans to prevent any broken glass while packing. Bottled wine or liquor bottles are discouraged but can be accommodated if necessary. If possible, we recommend anglers transferring spirits into plastic “bag” type containers or metal flasks.

Emergency Medical Assistance:
The nearest medical facility is in Lewiston, ID, approximately 1 hour 45 minutes from the lodge.

Recommended Medical Evacuation Carrier and Insurance Provider:
Global Rescue

Documents:
ID, plane tickets, itinerary, credit card, cash

Waders:
Chest-high breathable waders and felt-soled wading boots are best. Felt-soled boots with studs will offer the best traction. If you have only rubber-soled wading boots, screw-in studs or cleats must be added. Breathable Gore-Tex waders are acceptable for October, while Neoprene will be warmer as we cool off in November. Boot-foot waders are highly discouraged for float trips, as they will not dry if you happen to get wet.

Boots:
Note: Spiked/studded boots and wading staffs should be considered mandatory for anglers with stability issues.

Forceps:
We like the Dr. Slick scissor pliers for crimping barbs, releasing fish, and trimming flies.

Nippers:
One line nipper.

Wading Staff:
One wading staff and belt.

Seeping Bag, pad, & Pillow (camp trip only):
Mandatory for float trips. Sleeping bag should be rated no less than 32°F. A small camp pillow and sleeping pad are a good idea, but not mandatory.

Socks:
Four pairs of wool or synthetic socks to wear under your waders. Two pairs of camp socks.

Base layers:
One to two pairs of synthetic or merino wool long underwear (tops and bottoms) to wear beneath your waders. One mid-weight and one heavyweight. These can be worn alone or together depending on conditions.

Shirts:
Two or three long sleeve fishing shirts. One or two camp/lodge shirts.

Pants:
Two pairs of comfortable pants for wearing around the lodge and travelling.

Warm Layers:
One or two warm insulating layers. Down, synthetic, or fleece mid layers are good options. Avoid cotton.

Rain Jacket:
One high quality rain jacket.

Hats:
Two fishing/baseball hats. One warm cap.

Camp/Lodge Shoes:
One pair of shoes for around the camp/lodge.

Gloves/Hand Warmers:
One pair of warm fishing gloves and hand warmers

Bandana or Neck Gaiter:
One bandana and/or one facial sun protector (good for bugs too).

Sunglasses:
One pair of polarized sunglasses. It is great to have a lens cleaner and a soft cleaning cloth as well.

Sunscreen:
One bottle SPF 30+

Lip Balm:
One tube of SPF 30+ lip balm

Backpack:
One waterproof backpack or boat bag for day gear

Headlamp:
One small LED headlamp with batteries

Battery Bank (camp trip only):
A battery bank is a great idea to keep electronics charged.

Toiletries Kit
Toothpaste/toothbrush, deodorant, lotion, mini shampoo bottle, Advil, sleep-aid/earplugs, band aids, anti-bacterial ointment, Benadryl, Gold Bond powder.