Burgdorf Hot Springs

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Under the shadow of Mount Olympus in the Wasatch Range, Marianna was born in Salt Lake City, Utah to Peggy and Warren Wilson. She is the youngest of three with an older sister, Fran and an older brother, Chris. In her teenage years she would frequently escape to the mountains of Utah, Wyoming and Colorado with her four legged companion Roxanne. Her love of the outdoors and wildlife was instilled in her by her mother when she was just a babe on her mothers back. The Wasatch range would be where she would receive the greatest gift, a lifelong bond with her mother and a reverence for nature . After finishing high school she immediately sought work where she was happiest and felt most alive, the outdoors. She fled the city to find life and work in the mountains, a fitting place for her passion for skiing. The same mountains that plagued her attendance records in high school, found a happy and hardworking local. Working lifts at Alta for two seasons was a great introduction to the seasonal life. She did a stint on the rivers of Alaska before returning to the Wasatch range and settling in at Solitude. She knew instantly that Solitude would always hold a place in her heart. The down to earth crew, phenomenal skiing, friends, and satisfaction of hard work and hard play solidified her love of the mountain. There she bumped chairs and worked the front lodging desk for a modest wage and the golden pass to ride as much as she wanted.. and life was good. In the same time in a place just north of there, Eli was born to Rowene Bond and Marvin Lightner in Kingston, Idaho. He is the only son and found himself smack dab in the middle of four sisters. Holly and April his senior, and Sarah and Sonia his junior. Being of kin heart to Marianna he spent most of his teenage years running up and down the mountains and streams of the Coeur d'Alene River. Also knowing what was good for him he chased a dream, and found it for two summers working in Alaska. Eli spent his last two summers of high school in the frontier state, getting a feel for guiding of all types. Over the next decade he would collect a varied work experience. He most enjoyed working the rivers of Montana, Washington, and Idaho by summer. Wanting also to ride to his hearts content, Eli pursued a rewarding career ski patrolling at his local ski resort, Silver Mountain. The same mountain he viewed through his high school windows, and would much rather have been upon. It was this love of the mountains and a youthful need to keep exploring and experiencing that led him to seek other lands. They both caught a break of fate when he was hired on to patrol at Solitude in the winter of 2010/2011 (a 700'' year!!!!). There they met and their mutual love and reverence for nature and wildlife was an immediate bond with the promise of more. They went their separate ways that summer, only to rejoin that winter and fall in love. They have traveled many miles together with their inseparable travel partner Maggie. Together they have visited Goblin Vally, Zion, Bryce, Chaco Canyon, floated 18 days on the Colorado River, Mesa Verde', Coral Pink Sand Dunes, Yosemite, The Redwoods, The Pacific Coast, The San Juans, too many hot springs to list, and many other adventures in between. Often their journeys prove to be more memorable than the destination in mind. Their summers in McCall on Payette lake chasing mushrooms, huckleberries, and fish fueled a love that will never cease. In their fifth year of playing together they took a river trip on the Salmon river and a five day backpacking trip in the Seven Devil range of Idaho where Eli offered to hang up his wandering hat and asked Marianna to be his wife on top of He Devil. She said yes. The adventures, laughs, tears and love have brought us here. If you are reading this you are a part of our story and we hope you can join us in starting the next chapter.

Our Story so Far (abridged version)

Our Story

What to bring

We will provide dinner and a modest bar after the ceremony. Water is available on site, but you must have your own container to fill.We will be providing a light breakfast and juice the morning of the 15th. If you get midnight munchies or require a heftier breakfast, we recommend grabbing some last minute provisions in McCall. BYO Checklist:Sleep gear: blankets, pillow, sleeping bag, snore strips Cooking gear: stove, fuel, cups, utensils Headlamp or lantern Water jugs Swimsuit Towels Snacks Beverage(s) of choice :) Cold weather clothing; we will be at 6,115 feet and it's September in Idaho, please be prepared for inclement weather. DOGS? Although Burgdorf does allow dogs on leash, we would prefer to keep animal occupancy to a minimum for the sake of our guests and the grounds. We will have to abide by the leash rules and require all owners to clean up after their pets. Any friend of Maggie is a friend of ours, you know who you are :)

What to expect from Burgdorf

A Note from Burgdorf:Cabin rentals: Our cabins offer the basic furnishings, woodstove, wood, &amp; kindling. Guests are expected to bring their own bedding, cooking facilities and lighting. There is no plumbing, so guests must be prepared to use an outhouse. All cabin guests may use the hot spring pools at any time, all day/all night and is a great attribute to staying here. Cabins must be cared for and left as they were found, in a state of cleanliness and unmarred. Please pack out all trash. Use of the Hot Spring Pools: All guests must observe Pool Rules; No glass, no food, no soap products, no smoking in the pool. Consumption of alcohol is not advised (though tolerated) but is at the risk of each swimmer, so proper awareness and conduct is expected. Children must be monitored at all times and cared for with proper swimming devices and swimming diapers (for toddlers &amp; babies).

Personal Contact Info

Questions & Contact Info

Elijah Saltzgaber: 208-755-8734 mach_9o@hotmail.comMarianna Wilson: 801-554-4379 free_heel_carver@yahoo.com Mailing Address:5081 S 2100 EHolladay, UT 84117

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Burgdorf is located about 140 miles north of Boise, just outside McCall, Idaho. It is a rustic resort situated at 6,115 feet. Directions from Salt Lake City UT: <a href="http://www.bing.com/maps/?FORM=Z9LH2#Y3A9NDQuNDY2Njc4fi0xMTQuMTgzMjcyJmx2bD0xNSZzdHk9ciZydHA9cG9zLjQwLjc2MDA1OV8tMTExLjg4ODIyMF9TYWx0JTIwTGFrZSUyMENpdHklMkMlMjBVVF9fX2VffnBvcy40NS4yNzcwMDBfLTExNS45MTM4MDNfQnVyZ2RvcmYlMkMlMjBJRF9fX2VfJm1vZGU9RCZydG9wPTB+MH4wfg==">http://www.bing.com/maps/?FORM=Z9LH2#Y3A9NDQuNDY2N...</a>Directions from Coeur d'Alene, ID: <a href="http://www.bing.com/maps/?FORM=Z9LH2#Y3A9NDUuMzA1NjI3fi0xMTUuNDQyNTA1Jmx2bD04JnN0eT1yJnJ0cD1wb3MuNDcuNjcxNjgwXy0xMTYuNzc1ODQ4X0NvZXVyJTIwZCdBbGVuZSUyQyUyMElEX19fZV9+cG9zLjQ1LjI3NzAxMF8tMTE1LjkxMzgwNV9CdXJnZG9yZiUyQyUyMElEX19fZV8mbW9kZT1EJnJ0b3A9MH4wfjB+">http://www.bing.com/maps/?FORM=Z9LH2#Y3A9NDUuMzA1N...</a>

Bergdorf Hot Springs

Burgdorf is located about 140 miles north of Boise, just outside McCall, Idaho. It is a rustic resort with several cabins, lots of camping in the area, and a relaxing natural hostpring pool to soak in.We have reserved the entire resort for Monday, September the 14th and will designate cabins for guests by request. If you would like to stay in a cabin it is $35 per person. Cabins are first come first served. Please visit <a href="http://www.burgdorfhotsprings.com/">http://www.burgdorfhotsprings.com/</a> to see the cabin descriptions and grounds map. Unfortunately Burgdorf does not allow tent or RV camping on the grounds, we have listed options for those wishing to tent camp or RV camp below. If you are interested in a cabin please contact us with desired cabin(s) and how many occupants you anticipate and we will do the rest. Please have a second or third option in case we have already filled your first pick.Elijah: 208.755.8734 mach_9o@hotmail.comMarianna: 801.554.4379 free_heel_carver@yahoo.comWe hope you will join us for the party and get a cabin!

Sites are NOT available for reservation and are first come first serve. If you secure a site the cost is $10 a night. There is no running water at Jeanette but there is a vault toilet on the premises. Grounds will require a tent, camper, or RV. CAMPING/RV INFO: Although the National Forest Service Campgrounds in the immediate area are limited, THERE ARE MANY CAMP SPOTS NEAR BURGDORF HOTSPRINGS! Please come a bit early in anticipation of finding a spot and setting up camp. At Carey Creek Road about a mile past the hotsprings, there is a large area that is used for group camping that is usually available. There are also NUMEROUS UNMARKED CAMP SPOTS with pit toilets and fire rings, all along the road past Burgdorf. Check out the Payette National Forest Website here: (the first three are located closest to Burgdorf) <a href="http://www.fs.usda.gov/recarea/payette/recreation/camping-cabins/recarea/?recid=26873&amp;actid=29">http://www.fs.usda.gov/recarea/payette/recreation/...</a>McCallIf you are interested in something with plumbing and electricity there are plenty of options for cabin rentals or hotel rentals in McCall, Idaho. McCall is roughly 45 minutes from Burgdorf and the last stop for groceries, supplies, fuel, etc. If you are interested in staying in town we advise booking asap because lodging fills up quick in McCall.A google search for "McCall Cabin Rentals" or "Lodging in McCall, ID" will bring up options with filters so that you can find and zero in on exactly what you are looking for if you're not keen on camping with us in the woods. Please be sure to zero in on lodging near the city center or Warren Wagon side of Payette Lake as they are closer in relation to Burgdorf.<a href="http://www.fs.usda.gov/recarea/payette/recreation/camping-cabins/recarea/?recid=26873&amp;actid=29"> </a>

Marianna & Elijah

Marianna & Elijah

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