Recreate and Return

Getting home safe is on you.

There’s no rideshare waiting at the trailhead or the boat ramp, and no signal to call for one once you’re out there. Idaho fun takes you miles from town, and the ride home you planned before you left is the only plan you’ve got. 

Make that decision before you go, and the rest of the day is yours. No second-guessing, no last-minute scrambling, just the freedom to enjoy yourself freely knowing you’ve got a safe ride home.

“Parents want to make sure their kids are transported safely and correctly. That’s why we’re here.”

— Carma McKinnon: Child Passenger Safety Coordinator for Idaho

“It’s really important to get home to my loved ones. You know you can have fun, but then you also want to be able to see the people you love again.”

— Holland W: Boise resident

Tips for a Good Day Out

How to thank your hero tonight:

  • Decide who’s driving home before you leave
  • Keep your vehicle stocked: spare tire, water, a full tank of gas
  • Wait to crack open a drink until you’ve arrived
  • Leave it better than you found it, pack out what you pack in

Unsung Hero Video

of Fatal Crashes Occurred on Rural Roads
53 %

Idaho’s rural roads are a critical focus because they are where too many of our most severe crashes happen — and where the consequences are often the most devastating.

Impaired Driver Crashes on Rural Roads
45 %

69% of impaired drivers involved in a rural road crash had a BAC equal or greater than 0.08g/dL

Of Idaho's Roads
62 %

Rural roads make up the majority of Idaho’s roadway network, 87% of total road mileage.

Impaired Male Drivers
52 %

Males comprised 73% of the drivers involved in impaired driving crashes in 2024.

Impaired Driver Resources

Find resources to learn, educate and spread the word about driving sober.

What else can you learn today?

Your attention is constantly pulled in every direction. We share what it looks like to truly show up for every drive.
Of all the risks on Idaho roads, impaired driving is one of the most preventable. It starts with a plan.
Riding in Idaho is a way of life. We want to make sure the skills, gear, and mindset are there to back it up.
Families play an important role in building a culture of safe driving for today’s drivers, and generations to come.
Less traffic doesn’t always mean less risk. Learn how to stay safe on Idaho’s rural roads.
We’re proud that most Idahoans choose to buckle up. We’re trying to close the gap for the ones who don’t.

Shift Resource Center

Campaign Downloads, Safety Toolkits, Teaching Materials, Crash Data and Photo Library