🌲 Shop my handmade lamps: https://www.clearwatercabinlighting.com The Frank Church–River of No Return Wilderness stands as one of the largest and most rugged wilderness areas in the United States. Covering nearly 2.4 million acres in central Idaho, this vast expanse offers a rare chance to experience untouched nature, challenging terrain, and a deep connection to the wild. For more information about one of the most beautiful places in Idaho, go to: https://www.clearwatercabinlighting.com/post/f

3.6K views · 26 reactions | Artistic Infusion Program member Emily Damstra and U.S. Mint Medallic Artist Renata Gordon discuss their work on the Frank Church River of No Return Wilderness Quarter, the final release in the 2019 America the Beautiful Quarters® Program. #AtB2019Qtrs U.S. Forest Service - Salmon-Challis National Forest, U.S. Forest Service, U.S. Department of Agriculture | United States Mint | Facebook

2.9K views · 78 reactions | The Porphyry Fire has burned nearly 13,000 acres in the Frank Church River of No Return Wilderness. https://bit.ly/33CFmN4 (Video Courtesy of Payette National Forest) | CBS 2 Boise | Facebook

Hiking across the Frank Church River of No Return Wilderness is a great way to learn about Idaho’s largest wilderness area. And that’s what two people did, documenting their journey. You can watch the 3 minute segment now. The complete half hour show airs Thursday at 8 and Sunday at 7 pm. And check out the webpage we built for the show with lots more information, including a slide show from our FB friends, at http://idahoptv.org/outdoors/shows/thefrank/index.cfm | Outdoor Idaho

On this day in 1980, the Frank Church–River of No Return Wilderness was created when President Carter signed Congress's Central Idaho Wilderness Act. At more than 2.3 million acres, it is the largest wilderness in the Lower 48. The Shoshone, Nez Perce, and Tuka-Deka are among the Native American tribes that have occupied this area. The Main Salmon River was called “The River of No Return” in the days of westward settlement, when fast water and numerous rapids prevented upstream travel for many.

23K views · 437 reactions | Ever wondered why there are airstrips in the wilderness? “The Frank” explains the rationale. Airing Sunday at 7 p.m. | Outdoor Idaho | Facebook