After years, actually decades, of applying for a coveted permit, we finally landed the chance to raft the legendary Middle Fork of the Salmon. There was no way I was passing that up.
The only catch? My summer calendar was stacked with client projects and team deadlines. Completely unplugging for a week would have meant a backlog the size of Idaho itself.
The goal wasn’t to sit behind a screen in the middle of 82 million acres of wilderness, but I did need to check in for an hour or so each day to:
- Review projects from my team
- Answer client questions
- Keep a pulse on active campaigns
The Tools That Made It Possible
The solution: Starlink Mini, a Nomad 20 solar charger, and the lightweight Sherpa 100AC portable battery.
Say what you will about Elon Musk, his tech works. There I was, sitting in a tent on one of the most remote rivers in the U.S., hopping on a Zoom call while downloading 4K videos in the background and uploading content to YouTube, all at the same time. No buffering. No stress.
That’s the power of running a business with Starlink.
Life and Work Can Coexist
This trip reminded me: you don’t have to choose between running a business and living your life. With the right tools, you can have both, whether you’re in a coffee shop or 50 miles from the nearest road.
Budget Tips for Starlink Users
If you’re considering Starlink for your business, here are a few ways to save:
💡 Use this referral link to get a free month, and I’ll get one too.
💡 Starlink offers a Standby Mode for just $5/month on Roam, Residential, and Priority plans. Perfect if you only need it seasonally or for specific trips.
💡 Buy refurbished Starlink equipment and save $200 upfront.
We decided to keep ours active year-round. Why?
- Our cable internet in Jackson has occasional outages
- Starlink was actually faster in a speed test comparison than our cable provider
- We love the flexibility to grab the Starlink and head into the backcountry whenever we want
Starlink is reliable, portable, and if you manage your plan wisely, surprisingly affordable.
