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Member Nancy Margeson recently went to Paws Up, a Montana resort near Missoula, with her family

Paws Up was absolutely wonderful! The accommodations, service, activities, food, and setting were perfect! River Camp was the ideal answer to our vacation wishes. We were very comfortable and loved being situated next to the river.

Sleeping at night with the sound of the rushing river (the river was at its crest!) was so peaceful. The tent was just as portrayed on the Paws Up Web site with wonderful bedding and electric blankets for night! Each night we had a campfire where the children and adults could make s’mores and sit around and visit with other guests. Breakfast and dinner were served at River Camp, with lunch served at “main camp.” The food at all facilities was wonderful—always very fresh.

Our family stayed very busy and we were known as the family that “did it all.” Well almost! I can say that for five days not one person in our family uttered one complaint! That is saying A LOT! We went fly-fishing, river rafting, mountain biking, horseback riding, ATV riding, and visited the petting zoo (cutest baby lamb, calf, and miniature billy goats!) and bottle-fed the calf and lamb. We heard that the Morris House, a cabin on property was haunted, so we had a bellman take us on a tour at dusk looking for the little girl ghost, which we never saw. Oh yes, my daughter and I went on a hike, but ended up at the spa for facials and hot-oil head massages. Then we took advantage of the outdoor showers at the spa. Ahhh! My 12-year-old daughter had never had a true spa experience so she was totally impressed! Best “hike” I’ve ever taken!

The staff from beginning to end was absolutely accommodating. Very helpful, yet never fussy or fake. Just true Montana hospitality. From being picked up at the airport by the bellman, to our cooks, butler, guides, wait staff, retail staff, reception staff….everyone was polite and professional. It was a perfect vacation!

As I sit in my kitchen, drinking from my Paws Up pottery mug, I wish I was back! We all left wanting one more day. My daughter did this little cheer with her hands as “paws”....”Paws Up, Paws Down!” “Paws Up, Paws Down”, etc! It was definitely a Paws Up experience!

Thanks to you, Indagare, for ensuring a wonderful stay! I have really used my Indagare membership often and dreamed about other vacations more often! I really appreciate the recommendations and feedback that you provide.

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