Birds of Prey Expeditions

Latest News - Updated 04/13/09

- The Snake River Birds of Prey National Conservation Area has officially been renamed to the Morley Nelson Snake River Birds of Prey National Conservation Area. Read more about it by clicking (here).

- 2009 Tour dates are posted! Viewable by clicking the "Tours" tab at the top of the webpage.

The Morley Nelson Snake River “Birds of Prey” National Conservation Area is located just 30 miles (as the eagle flies) from Boise, Idaho. At its heart is the spectacular Snake River canyon that was created by the great Bonneville flood. This world famous area was controversial in its beginning and was given protection only after a long and extensive research and education program. This was instrumental in convincing Congress to create and set aside these 482,000 plus acres of raptor nesting and hunting grounds.

Teachers and homeschoolers--click on "Classrooms in the Wild" for educational field trip opportunities.

TOUR GIFT CERTIFICATES!

Give the perfect gift to anyone who enjoys the great outdoors, geology, birds, or wildlife of Idaho! Please visit the "Reserve" section of our website for more information.

Remembering Morley...

(1916 - 2005)

Morley Nelson passed away in 2005. He was the inspiration behind Snake River Birds of Prey Expeditions. We have created a dedication page in his honor. We miss you Morley!

(Click on the picture of Morley above to view his dedication page.)

Snake River, Idaho
Birds of Prey Expeditions

After 30+ years on the river, time is gaining the upper hand. The time is right for a new generation to step up and take Birds of Prey Expeditions to the next level. If interested, please call Steve at 208-658-9980 or email birdsofprey@cableone.net.

Discover our fun & informative Idaho travel experience as featured in The New York Times, Audubon, Sunset, Northwest Traveler, American Falconry, National Geographic, Idaho, and Horizon Air magazines...

We have a special interest in the Snake River Birds of Prey National Conservation Area, and for 30 years have offered a wide variety of field trips into the area. On our trips, we explain the natural forces that created this unique area and what makes it so attractive to nesting raptors. We also talk about the ecological challenges facing the area today and mix in discussions of geology and history of the surrounding area.

Even though the trips are very educational, they’re a lot more fun than sitting in a classroom. You will have a chance to view many species of “Birds of Prey.” Some of the birds we hope you will see include the golden eagle; prairie falcon; red-tailed, ferruginous, marsh, and Swainson’s hawks; American kestrels; turkey vultures; barn, great horned, short-eared, screech, burrowing, and long-eared owls; and ravens.

Meet Your Hosts:

Steve and Jill Guinn have been operating Birds of Prey Expeditions for over 30 years and have been involved in all facets of raptor education and protection. Together with Morley Nelson, they have escorted thousands of visitors from around the world through the Snake River Birds of Prey National Conservation Area.

Special Guest Hosts:

Come join Tyler and Norman Nelson, the sons of the late, renowned conservationalist and falconer Morley Nelson as they guide you on a very special trip deep inside the Snake River Canyon. They are two-time EMMY Award winning cinematographers and have spent most of their lives exploring, filming, and climbing raptor nests in the National Conservation Area. Learn how they filmed the famous scenes in the numerous Walt Disney movies they worked on. Discover the best times of day to locate, identify and film raptors in the canyon with your still camera. Enjoy the spiritual surroundings and aerial acrobatics of the world's fastest animals. Check out their work at www.echofilms.com.

Contact Us

Birds of Prey Expeditions

To book your trip, please visit the "Tours" section of the website first. Once you've selected a date, visit the "Reserve" section (or click here). You may book your trip by E-mail or Phone. Feel free to contact us if you have any comments or questions. We would love to hear from you!

Phone: (208) 658-9980

Fax: (208) 376-5858

Steve Guinn:

birdsofprey@cableone.net

- 30+ years in the Snake River Birds of Prey NCA

- Top rated in "Picked By You" guides

- Appeared in films such as "The Vertical Environment" and "The World of Raptors" (both by Echo Films)

- Also appeared in the film titled "Let This Be A Voice" with John Denver

- Featured article in "The New York Times" travel section

We also want you to be comfortable! For the land tour portion of the trip, our buses are air-conditioned. The water portion is like a “Tom Sawyer” float with no white water.

It is a calm and safe ride in large boats with bus-type seating and ramps that make for easy boarding. Both the bus and the boat are equipped with PA systems so everyone can hear the information being given. On day trips, there is limited walking, unless you choose to. On all trips with food, we are sure you will enjoy our deluxe buffet-style lunch.

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Site Last Modified: 04-13-09