August TBD • $2195 • 1 Float Trip Included

Montana - Big Sky Country
Listen as the wind blows from across the Great Divide, and step back in time about 200 years with John Colter, a private on leave from the Lewis and Clark expedition, as he first describes the area in 1807 as having an almost supernatural aura and extraordinary beauty. To many, it stills retains that aura and beauty after leaving the roads and other signs of man behind you as you hike or fish your way along the rivers.

The River House - Livingston, MT
This adventure is based at The River House on the Yellowstone in Livingston, MT. Situated on 15 acres with private river frontage on the Yellowstone, and surrounded by the beauty of Paradise Valley, we are excited about this new headquarters for our Montana trips. After your day's fishing, relax on the patio with friends or watch movie in the living room area complete with a flat screen and satellite tv.

The Fishing
The Gallatin River flows out of nearby Yellowstone Park and through the incredibly wild and beautiful Gallatin River Canyon. The Gallatin is a blue ribbon wild trout river that is both scenic and productive. Rainbows are the predominant trout species. They range in size from 5 to 20 inches. Brown trout range up to 5 pounds.

The Madison River is predominately Brown and Rainbow Trout fishery. It is a majestic river that begins in Yellowstone Park and flows through breathtaking scenery until it meets with it's sister rivers to form the Missouri River. Big game animals such as bear, deer, elk and moose are often visible to the angler during the duration of our trip.

The Yellowstone River holds Brown, Rainbow, and Cutthroat Trout. It originates from Yellowstone Lake in the Park and flows northward through the scenic valley. It is the favorite of anglers to float during August. Trout are plentiful and there's always a good chance of hooking a large fish while fishing grasshopper patterns.

A more comprehensive tackle and gear list will be provided upon booking. The following list of gear and tackle is presented as a guide for anglers anticipating a Montana fly fishing adventure. Rivers can outfit your Montana adventure with the highest quality gear and tackle with almost two decades of solid Montana fishing experience.

Rods
Travel rods are highly recommended.

Dry - An 8.5' or longer rod in 5wt or 6wt is ideal for fishing dries. Windy conditions are to be expected in Montana and stiffer rods can help anglers to deal with the wind more efficiently.

Wet - An 8.5' or longer 5-7wt rod rigged for streamers or nymphs is ideal for subsurface fishing.

Reels
Reels should be appropriately sized to allow for 150-200yds of backing as runs into the backing are possible in Montana. Reels should also have a good smooth drag system capable of applying good drag pressure.

Lines
Floating - for most of your Montana fishing a floating line will be just fine.

Sinking or Sink Tip - for streamer maniacs who like chucking big patterns, a sinking or sink tip line is an effective way to fish deeper streams and rivers.

Leaders & Tippet
8-10' leaders tapered to 3-6x tippet will cover most of your fishing situations in Montana. Be prepared with a few leaders and tippet spools for your trip.

The Other Stuff
Licenses are available online and we can assist you in securing a license prior to departure. Comfortable breathable waders with enough room for layering are recommended. Wet wading gear is also advised. Unstudded wading shoes with plain felts are recommended, Montana drift boat guides hate studs just as much as Pennsylvania drift boat guides. Raingear is mandatory and a comfortable rain jacket can make a rainy day much more bearable. You are welcome to bring your own camera and all of the guides carry digital cameras with them. Sunscreen and insect repellent are recommended and we have found Orvis Buzz Off Clothing to be very effective in keeping unwanted pests at bay.