Togwotee. Do it up like "Rock stars". Fly in, limo (van) up to lodge, rent sleds, stay at the lodge, Ride with Carter (he likes neewbies) and take 842 pictures on first day. That's what I did, and now I go west 2-3 weeks a year, leaving behind the wife and young un's to fend for themselves. (they will survive without you). As far as price, well this is a big boy sport and pockets need be deep. Do it up the first trip and budget following trips from there on out. Remember the plastic in your wallet is just like little IOU's you will leave along the way. Hope this info helps out!!! And YeSSSS it is okay to Shop for Christmas and Birthday gifts in the Togwotee lodge gift shop. I do.