Some of the most rewarding features of living at Whitetail Club, the premier private community in the Pacific Northwest, are the adventures that exist right outside your front door. While a luxurious, mountain-modern home promises thrilling moments all on its own, the moments that exist in the McCall outdoors will leave you with a new understanding of a “full life.”
No matter the season, adventure abounds here in the wilds of Western Idaho. And as a member of Whitetail Club, arranging for these incredible excursions is just a phone call away. Our expert Club Concierge team will arrange the entire experience – all you need to do is show up. Discover eight of our favorite year-round excursions that’ll leave you captivated by the exquisite environment surrounding our private community.
FALL
Wing Shooting
The Flying B Ranch in Kamiah, Idaho, takes pride in being known as an Orvis-endorsed, first-class, full-service outfitter. With 5,000 private acres in Lawyer’s Canyon, hunt a diversity of game, including Pheasant, Hungarian Partridge, Quail, and Chukar. You’ll be provided with all the necessary equipment and gear you’ll need, including shotguns and shells. Work alongside their passionate team of guides and dogs to create an unmatched experience.
Pontoon/Bike Excursion
Savor the summer on Payette Lake and hop on a Pontoon boat for a cruise across the lake’s pristine and crystal-clear waters to the shores of Ponderosa State Park. There, an experienced Whitetail Club Adventure Leader will await you with a personal fleet of mountain bikes, allowing you to wind your way through the park’s scenic trail system, ending on the beach for a prepared lunch, complete with all the trimmings of a fine picnic.
WINTER
Snowmobile to Burgdorf
With miles of groomed trails and acres of fresh powder, throw on your warmest coat and take an exhilarating expedition snowmobiling with an experienced rider through the National Forest lands to Burgdorf Hot Springs. Nestled in the mountains of Payette National Forest, 32 miles north of McCall, Idaho, this rustic and historic hot spring with roaring temperatures of 110-115ºF keeps you toasty from the frighteningly freezing temperatures. This is an adventure the entire family can participate in, with small children doubling with an adult! Get ready to venture off into the McCall backcountry.
Backcountry Skiing
If “off the beaten path” is a common part of your vernacular, then this full-day excursion is perfect for you. Enjoy a full day of backcountry skiing on the steep and deep slopes of Lick Creek summit. With over 30,000 acres of untracked powder, this is the place to venture into the unknown. The backcountry ski excursion includes touring gear, food, and beverages to replenish your energy. Expert personal guides with local knowledge and experience will guide your efforts and get you to nearby yurts for a needed respite. Snowmobiles will transport you and your gear to the yurts, where the downhill adventure begins!
SPRING
Whitewater Rafting
If you’re looking to crash through some rapids to welcome the spring season, look no further than a whitewater rafting adventure when the water is high and the adrenaline is pumping. Not for the faint of heart, this full day on the Main Fork of the Salmon River will plunge through Class IV and V rapids with some headwaters reaching over 20′ during high runoff. You’ll take a break on one of the Salmon’s pristine white sand beaches around lunchtime for a gourmet meal prepared by your guides and take some time to relax and recharge. Between the fun-filled rapids, you’ll gain some historical knowledge as you float by historic mining operations, early housing developments from over a century ago, and more Idaho features.
Morel Hunt
Spend a day expanding your knowledge of an often elusive yet highly sought-after treat, the McCall Morel mushroom. You’ll start the morning with an exploratory class led by a Southern Idaho Mycological Association member covering the basics of mushroom types, where to find them, and other basic information and precautions. You’ll then head out into the woods to put your newly acquired mushroom know-how to the test. You’ll enjoy a picnic lunch in the woods and return to Shore Lodge to explore the day’s findings and the collected mushrooms. You’ll also hear a bit from our executive chef, who will offer culinary advice on preparing and enjoying your mushrooms and send you home with delicious morel mushroom recipes.
SUMMER
Backcountry Breakfast Flight
Take a sightseeing tour of the area by air and have a bird’s eye view of the land we call our “backyard.” You may even get ideas of where you might like to go on another adventure by seeing from the sky the different river canyons, ridges, and valleys that make up McCall’s outdoor destinations. Arrive in Sulphur Creek for a backcountry breakfast in a fantastic setting before returning to the air for the flight back to Long Valley.
ATV TRIP
Rev your engine and immerse yourself in the rugged landscape and untamed beauty of Western Idaho. With towering ponderosa pines, pristine glacial waters, and infinite forests, get “off the grid” and discover the stunning scenery in and around McCall on our annual ATV Trip. This two-night, three-day expedition guides our members through the awe-inspiring terrain of the McCall wilderness. We provide the food and beverages; you supply the verve.
With countless more Idaho adventures that you and your entire family can embark on, schedule a personalized Discovery Tour of Whitetail Club to experience a slice of paradise and the luxurious lifestyle of a Whitetail Club membership. Contact Whitetail Club’s real estate sales team at 877.634.1725 or realestate@whitetailclub.com.
