The Concept

I am compiling a book of stories written by guides who work on the Salmon River (Middle Fork, Main & Lower). I’m looking for genuine, truthful tales that reflect our lives out there.

This book is an invitation for you to tell your story, whatever it may be.

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Who can submit a story?

Anyone who currently guides, or has ever guided, for any commercial company, current or past, on the Salmon River, including the Middle Fork, Main, and

Lower Salmon.

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What kind of story?

Anything from hilarious camp encounters to memorable & heartfelt moments.

They can be about overcoming stigmas or physical barriers or be an insightful glimpse into the life of a temporary resident of this special place.

Even funny groover stories are welcome!

These are your stories so, the choice is yours.

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Stories can be humorous or bittersweet, short stories or prose, as little as one page or longer and more involved.

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Submissions can be typed or handwritten (on a napkin, an envelope, diary paper, etc).

A selection of the handwritten notes will be kept in their original form & included as photographs.

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The only limitations are as follows:

Must be true & original work

No more than 2000 words

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I will not publish anything:

Overtly violent or sexual

Slanderous or incriminating

Personally heroic

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What to include with your submission:

• A title

• Your name or nickname (as you like to be called)

• Salmon River section(s) & year

• First & last name with contact information for followup, should your story be chosen to publish.

• Note: Anonymous stories are accepted. However, I will need to contact you.

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What else: 

Guides whose stories are chosen will be asked to participate in the editing process.

Art & Photo submissions are also accepted: Please include a description of the photo including: what/who is in the photo, the year, backstory, and photograph credit. Or include title & description of the artwork.

 

When:

The deadline for submissions is December 31, 2024 (BY MIDNIGHT)

Any and all stories received between right now

and then will be considered for the book! 

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