b'T his guide is a collaboration between Idaho Falls Power and Tight Line Media. Tight Line Media is a multi-media production company founded & operated by outdoor journalist Kris Millgate. Kris, through her years of living, working, and playing on the river, developed the content for the guide so other paddlers could enjoy this stretch of the Snake River.Idaho Falls Power (IFP) is a division of the City of Idaho Falls. As the oldest utility in Idaho, IFP has operated hydroelectric projects on this stretch of the Snake River since 1900. IFP manages the four hydropower dams on this stretch of river consisting of: Upper, City, Lower and Gem State. This clean, renewable resource enables Idaho Falls Power to offer some of the lowest electric rates in the nation. The utility and city maintain numerous parks, boat ramps and other associated recreational facilities along the river.Recommended float season is April-May before spring runoff and September-October before winter freeze. The Snake River is swift, cold, deep water. Conditions change daily so check flow levels at www.usgs.gov and always recreate within your safe abilities and skill level.This guide provides basic and general information on floating the river, it does not identify all or even most of the potential hazards that can be encountered. It is your responsibility to keep yourself and the people with you safe. Before entering the river, know your limits and follow river safety precautions. Always wear a life preserver.Warning! There is no way through the dams on the Snake River. Exit the river upstream of each dam.'