Montana Campout
June 19-22, 2026
Summer camp for the Women Who Explore Community!
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Our first ever Summer Solstice Campout was a HUGE success, despite having unseasonably wet weather (first time it’s rained on this weekend in 20 years). We had such an amazing time, that we booked Tobacco River Ranch for Summer Solstice weekend 2026 before we were even finished packing up after the event was over.
Here’s what you can expect next year: Same quality of classes, including Fly Fishing with McKenna, a few local Montana instructors, Tanya will be back with her delicious meals, Summer Solstice Ceremony/Bonfire paired with informational classes about the ceremony the day before, more fun brand partners to test out, lots of goodies and swag, more time to hang out and get to know other rad women attending. And absolutely under no circumstances will there be even a drop of rain, and we’ll have perfect weather for floating the river and dancing outside (ok we can’t promise this, but we’re working on manifesting this last part).
Whether you attended last year or if this will be your first Summer Solstice Campout, there will something new, exciting, and fulfilling for everyone!
LOCATION: TOBACCO RIVER RANCH
EUREKA, MONTANA - We’re coming back!
Welcome to big sky country! We chose the location of Tobacco River Ranch to host our first ever Summer Camp for a few reasons. First, it’s gorgeous. The photos don’t even really do it justice! Second, we really hit it off with the owners, Nikki and Karl, after the first phone call. Karl has always dreamed of hosting an event on his property that supports women. Nikki will also be leading our Summer Solstice Celebration for us. Third, this area of Montana is packed full of adventure and epic landscapes, but is still has a quiet charm. This property even connects to Rails to Trails. Last, this location met just about all of our requirements: 1.5 hours or less from an international airport, cabin and camping options, ability to book entire property, space to hold simultaneous classes, stunning landscapes, easy access to outdoor spaces to explore, water.
We had more requirements, but we won’t bore you with the details! Needless to say, this property is amazing and we can’t wait to share this experience with all of you. While visiting Tobacco River Ranch you should know that this is an actual working ranch complete with all the equipment and animals. The owners are working hard to restore their section of the Tobacco River to its original state so be mindful of wild plant life. They also ask that events are as plastic/waste free as possible! We’ll have more details on that below, but it’s just another reason why we love this property.
About Eureka
Eureka is located on Highway 93, a scenic one hour drive north from Whitefish/Kalispell. Eureka is the perfect postcard for the rural Montana lifestyle. The small downtown has a handful of restaurants and stores filled with friendly faces and lots of summer time events - from the weekly farmers market, to the Amish auction, to Rendezvous Days parades, The Quilt Show, County Fair and Bull Thing, there's great activities for all ages. And we're walking/biking distance to the Historical Village, downtown Eureka, and the County Fairgrounds - but far enough away from the roads that you won't see or hear them!
SLEEPING OPTIONS
We have a mixture of cabins, pre-setup tents, bring your own tents, and van/car/trailer camping. All our pre-setup tents are provided by DOD Outdoors!
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Your first option is to bring all your own gear! For this option, this means you bring your own tent, sleeping pad, sleeping bag, chair and all other camp gear needed for this weekend. All your gear must fit within a 10x10ft designated spot. Please note you are able to have your own cooler for drinks and basic snacks, but cooking is not allowed. All meals will be provided.
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For this option, you will have an area to park your vehicle that you are sleeping in.
Purchasing this spot includes space for one person in a van or vehicle with a maximum length of 25 feet or less. This can include regular passenger vehicles, vans, rooftop tents, trailers, or RVs. This is dry camping. Water, electricity, and dumping is not available or included in this site. There is access to water and electricity in the community spaces.
If you are sharing a van/vehicle with a friend for the camp out, as their travel companion you would also choose this option for your booking and indicate who you are sharing with at booking.
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This option is for those of you that want the camping experience, but maybe can’t travel with all the gear or just don’t want the hassle of setting up! Our friends at DoD Outdoors have provided some amazing tents for us to utilize which will be set up at a camp near the river.
Each tent is single occupancy and will be selected on a first come first serve basis. Tents include a sleeping pad, sleeping bag, and camp chair. Please note that the camp is situated next to the river and you will need to walk up hill to the community space and events. There will be a drop off and pick up available during the check in and check out process and a wagon available to help haul your personal stuff to and from camp.
This area does not have electricity and does not have private bathroom facilities. Bathroom facilities will be shared. Shared coolers and storage space available at camp.
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We have 6 different options for fully furnished accommodations that include a glamping tent, a vintage airstream, and 4 primitive cabins (only 1 includes electricity). None of the cabins have their own bathroom facilities. Each cabin comes with 1 hot shower token per occupant to use during the weekend.
Please read through the descriptions carefully before booking. Reserving a cabin is for ONE guest only. For shared occupancy with a friend or another guest, they must book separately. See below dropdown for more details on each cabin.
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Glamping = Glamorous Camping. Let us handle the set up, you're here to relax! The Belle tent sits up on a knoll surrounded by trees and rock formations overlooking the Tobacco River. A shady patio, a hammock, and a comfortable queen bed along with two twin beds make this an ideal glamping quarters!
This is a shared space with one queen bed and two twin beds. When you register for this space, you are purchasing one spot in the tent which will be shared with two other guests. The beds will be assigned on a first come basis. Please note that the tent is situated up on a hill with uneven terrain. You'll trade a very short steepish uphill walk for beautiful vistas and more privacy. There will be a wagon available to help haul your stuff up.
This unit does not have electricity and does not have private bathroom facilities. Bathroom facilities will be shared. Your reservation does include bedding, towels, and one hot shower per occupant in the cabin during the weekend.
The owner asks you to remove shoes in this unit, ...the location makes this one harder to keep clean...and they are Virgos, so they have high standards and the struggle is real! =)
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The Globetrotter is a restored 1960's Airstream with a comfortable full size bed with an additional fold out bed for a child. This unit is located in the VIP River Glamp Camp area near the river, tucked into trees for shade, you can watch wildlife and stargaze from the comfort and seclusion of your own camper.
The airstream is available to be booked for one adult. If you would like to share the airstream with a friend (please note that means you are also sharing a full size bed), you can add them on as a double occupancy add-on registration. Maximum of 2 adults in this unit.
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Built in 2022, this brand new tiny A-frame cabin is next-level for an indoor/outdoor camping experience. The side wall opens up to the sitting area which includes a hammock, and this unit is RIGHT next to the Tobacco River. Be lulled to sleep with the beautiful sound of the flowing river and birds that love this area. This cabin is located in front of the VIP Glamping area.
This is a private one room A-frame cabin with one queen bed. When you register for this cabin, your registration is for one person only. A maximum of 2 people may occupy the cabin. If you would like to share the cabin with a friend (please note that means you are also sharing a queen bed), they can be added to your cabin by signing up as a Double Occupancy Add-on Registration.
This unit does offer a space to add one small cot or twin air mattress next to the window wall that opens. Please note an extra bed will occupy most of the free space in the cabin. Any additional bedding items are not included in the registration and would be supplied on your own if needed. This unit has a maximum of 2 adults.
This unit does not have electricity and does not have private bathroom facilities. Bathroom facilities will be shared. Your reservation does include bedding, towels, and one hot shower per occupant in the cabin during the weekend.
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Originally an old forest service logger's cabin, The Ranch Hand was refurbished with lots of love, and this structure found it's retirement home at the Tobacco River Ranch perched high on the hillside with epic views of the Canadian Rockies and the Tobacco River. Please note this cabin is located on a hill, a "small" hill, but it is a 50 foot walk up to the cabin. A wagon will be provided to haul your belongings to the cabin.
This is a private one room cabin with one queen bed, ceiling to floor windows and a private deck overlooking the Tobacco River. When you register for this cabin, your registration is for one person only. A maximum of 2 people may occupy the cabin. If you would like to share the cabin with a friend (please note that means you are also sharing a queen bed), they can be added to your cabin by signing up as a Double Occupancy Add-on Registration.
This unit does offer a small space to add one small cot or twin air mattress. Please note an extra bed will occupy most of the free space in the cabin. Any additional bedding items are not included in the registration and would be supplied on your own if needed. This unit has a maximum of 2 adults.
This unit does not have electricity, solar lights are provided. This unit does not have private bathroom facilities. Bathroom facilities will be shared. Your reservation does include bedding, towels, and one hot shower per occupant in the cabin during the weekend.
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The Angler is an old refurbished cabin moved from another property in Eureka and now it has a new home right on the Tobacco River. It has a private deck area overlooking the river and also offers direct access to the river. This cabin is located in the VIP River Glamp Camp area.
This is a private one room cabin with one queen bed. When you register for this cabin, your registration is for one person only. A maximum of 2 people may occupy the cabin. If you would like to share the cabin with a friend (please note that means you are also sharing a queen bed), they can be added to your cabin by signing up as a Double Occupancy Add-on Registration.
This unit does offer a small space to add one small cot or twin air mattress. Please note an extra bed will occupy most of the free space in the cabin. Any additional bedding items are not included in the registration and would be supplied on your own if needed. This unit has a maximum of 2 adults.
This unit does not have electricity, solar lights are provided. This unit does not have private bathroom facilities. Bathroom facilities will be shared. Your reservation does include bedding, towels, and one hot shower per occupant in the cabin during the weekend.
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This cabin is an old J. Neils Lumber Company logger bunk house, which would have been used to house loggers when working in our surrounding forests. It has been restored with love so the owners ask that you please take care of the space. This cabin is located in the Meadow Camp area.
This is a private one room cabin with one king bed, ceiling to floor windows and a private deck overlooking the Tobacco River. When you register for this cabin, your registration is for one person only. A maximum of 2 people may occupy the cabin. If you would like to share the cabin with a friend (please note that means you are also sharing a king bed), they can be added to your cabin by signing up as a Double Occupancy Add-on Registration.
This unit does offer a space to add one small cot or twin air mattress. Please note an extra bed will occupy most of the free space in the cabin. Any additional bedding items are not included in the registration and would be supplied on your own if needed. This unit has a maximum of 2 adults.
This unit does have electricity. This unit does not have private bathroom facilities. Bathroom facilities will be shared. Your reservation does include bedding, towels, and one hot shower per occupant in the cabin during the weekend.
CABIN
OPTIONS
Belle Glamping Tent
Belle Glamping Tent
Airstream
Airstream
Y"A"Y Frame
Y"A"Y Frame
Ranch Hand
Ranch Hand
The Angler
The Angler
The Logger (Ranch Hand in background)
The Logger
SCHEDULE
This is our 2026 schedule example with a list of the types of activities and classes to expect. Before booking opens we will update all classes, activities and meals for the 2026 Campout. You can expect some new classes, some repeats, and definitely plan for the same amazing vibes!
Day 1, June 19, 2026
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Check-in is between 3pm-7pm
If arriving by scheduled transportation, you will be arriving within that check-in window.
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Meals provided: dinner
Pizza & salad! Gluten free and dairy free pizza will be available.
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Set-up camp 3pm-8pm
Dinner 6pm-8pm
Evening welcome 8:30pm
Get to know your neighbors 9pm-Bedtime!
Today is arrival today! We are SO excited to have you join us at our first Women Who Explore Summer Camp!
When you arrive at camp, there will be a booth setup ready to get you checked in, situated at your campsite, and ready for the evening festivities. Everyone will be receiving a Welcome BINGO Card in their welcome bags, so make sure to take a look at that to help you get acquainted with your fellow adventurers.
Day 2, June 20, 2026
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Meals provided: Breakfast, lunch & dinner
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MORNING BLOCK: 9AM-10AM
Intro to Fly Fishing
First Aid Basics
Yoga & Sound Bath
Gear Maintenance & Repair
AFTERNOON BLOCK 1: 1PM-2PM
Car Maintenance 1
Intro to Orienteering
Fly Fishing
Wild Foraging
Snake Safety & Identification
Breathwork, Yoga & Silent Disco
AFTERNOON BLOCK 2: 4PM-5PM
Solo Camping Safety
Wildfire Craft: DIY Firestarters
Fly Fishing
Astrophotography
Adventure Phone Photography
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This is the perfect time of year to float the river! We recommend between 3pm-5pm, but it’s entirely up to you and the class schedule you create! We will have floats available to check out, but we definitely recommend bringing your own if you have one! You’ll have the opportunity to float either Friday or Saturday… or BOTH!
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LIVE MUSIC!
We have lots of classes and activities available for your choosing! When you book, you’ll be able to make your own schedule. Prefer to take just a couple classes and chill by the river and hangout with friends? You can do that! Maybe you want to take as many classes as possible to build up your skills! You can do that too!
Breakfast, lunch and dinner will be provided by TANYA (if you attended last year, you know how incredible her food is!
Live music is scheduled for this evening!
Day 3, June 21, 2026
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Meals provided: Breakfast, lunch & dinner
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MORNING BLOCK: 9AM-10AM
Fly Fishing with McKenna
Morning Salutations
Shelter Building
Birding
Summer Solstice Secrets
AFTERNOON BLOCK 1: 1PM-2PM
Beaded Earrings
Intro to Backpacking
Watercolor & Yoga Flow
Hiking Essentials & Leave No Trace
Fly Fishing with McKenna
Car Maintenance 2
AFTERNOON BLOCK 2: 4PM-5PM
Nature Meditation
Watercolor Nature Journaling
Fly Fishing with McKenna
Community Sourced Science
Making Enjoyable Meals Outdoors
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This is the perfect time of year to float the river! We recommend between 3pm-5pm, but it’s entirely up to you and the class schedule you create! We will have floats available to check out, but we definitely recommend bringing your own if you have one! You’ll have the opportunity to float either Friday or Saturday… or BOTH!
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Our evening starts with a Summer Solstice Circle + Ceremony + Bonfire
We will gather in circle (in communion with people all over the world) in an ancient tradition to celebrate the longest day of the year, and a return to the light, with a four elements invocation and bonfire at the river.
Together, we will honor our own cycles of growth and seeds we wish to plant as the sun sets on the solstice.
Bring something small/personal from your altar representing any of the four elements, or find them at the ranch. (Suggestions: AIR=feather or lichen ~ FIRE=candle ~ WATER=a small vial from a creek near your home, or from the Tobacco River ~ EARTH=a special rock, seed, dirt, etc.) We will provide some representations of the elements, for those that might not have them or forget them!
Bring one intention that you’ll do to improve your life (seeds we are planting), and one habit or challenge that no longer serves you. Write the later on a piece of paper destined for the fire.
It’s another packed day! You can choose to take classes, or just hang out around camp or float the river. Don’t forget, there’s a section of Rails to Trails within walking distance of the ranch that takes you right into the town of Eureka!
Breakfast, lunch and dinner will again be provided by the incredible Tanya! As soon as we left Montana last year, we were already missing her tomato soup and huckleberry bread pudding!
Tonight is our Summer Solstice Celebration and Bonfire!
Day 4, June 22, 2026
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Meals provided: Breakfast
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Just like recreating in the outdoors, we plan on leaving the Tobacco River Ranch better than we found it. Please make sure that your area is clean and all personal items are packed. If you checked out gear (info shared soon), it must be returned to the appropriate station. If you finish early, consider helping out your neighbor :)
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Check-out from Tobacco River Ranch is 10am. Please make sure you are fully packed and exiting the property on or before that time.
We are sad to see everyone go, but our hearts are SO full from the weekend we have spent together. We hope you have had an amazing time at our first (hopefully of many) Summer Camp.
Before you book, READ CAREFULLY through the following steps!
***Please note when booking that this trip does not follow our usual Cancellation Policy found in our Terms of Service. This trip, and all activities and classes booked, are non-refundable and non-transferable at the time of registration.
STEP 1: Choose Sleep Option
We have various options of basic cabins, Ready Set CAMP, Vanlife, or BYOT (Bring Your Own Tent + Gear). Please read through all the options carefully when booking. If you are planning on sharing accommodations with a friend (whether it’s a cabin, Vanlife, or BYOT), please share the details when booking. If you are booking a cabin with a friend, you MUST select the “Double Occupancy Add-On For Cabins Only” at checkout. Your friend will be emailed a separate booking link to pay for their spot and choose their classes. If you are sharing a tent in the BYOT or vehicle in the Vanlife area, you just book one of the same spots and note who you are sharing with at checkout. There is not an extra add-on.
STEP 2: Select Transportation if needed
The Available Options section starts with Group Transportation from FCA Airport. There is another option on the last day (Sunday) to book transportation back to the airport. If you need round-trip transportation, you will need to select both the Thursday transportation AND Sunday transportation. Specific details regarding pick-up and drop-off times will be shared at a later date. Please do not book flights until the transportation times have been confirmed with you.
STEP 3: Build your class/activities schedule
There are MANY class and activity options available! Classes and activities range in cost and group size. Classes and activities are on Saturday and Sunday only. Each guest can choose up to 3 classes/activities per day maximum. BE SURE TO ONLY BOOK ONE CLASS PER TIME BLOCK! If you select more than that, we reserve the right to cancel one or more of your classes. There is no minimum number of classes/activities you need to choose, meaning you do not have to book any classes/activities and can choose to sit by the river the entire time, hike around the property, float in the river or explore the town of Eureka! There will be group activities outside of the class/activity schedule that you do not need to reserve since they are open to the entire group (river float, bonfire, live music etc.). These will be listed in the schedule above, but not added as an option to book. Some classes/activities have limited spots so please be mindful of the classes you choose and know you are fully committed to attending before booking.
Book now!
Book now!
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BYOT: $765
Vanlife: $765
Ready, Set, CAMP: $1175
Belle Glamping Tent: $1300
Airstream by the River: $1300
Y”A”Y Frame: $1450
The Ranch Hand: $1450
The Angler: $1600
The Logger: $1850
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Every option has varied inclusions outlined at checkout, but every booking will include:
4 days/3 nights at the Tobacco River Ranch
3 breakfasts, 2 lunches, 3 dinners
Basic beverages at meals
Potable drinking water
Parking for each booking (carpooling encouraged)
Group activities, games, and giveaways
Tubes for floating (we have about 40 tubes)
Outdoor camping shower (propane, primitive shower and limited times)
Porta potty facilities
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Flights to/from Glacier International Airport (FCA)
Transportation from airport to Eureka and/or back (must book separately)
Showers (one shower on property and only those that book a cabin are able to use it)
Alcohol, additional beverages, snacks and additional meals not noted above
Travelers insurance (highly recommended)
Personal expenses not included in the itinerary such as additional accommodations, transportation, meals, souvenirs, etc.
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• 3 breakfasts, 2 lunches, 3 dinners and drinks such as coffee, hot tea, water, and sparkling water.
We always do our best to accommodate dietary restrictions when they are communicated ahead of time but cannot make any guarantees.
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Portable toilets are being brought in for this weekend and will be spread among the camping areas, cabins and gathers spaces. Handwashing stations will be available at each of these sites.
There is 1 shower on the property and will be available ONLY to women booking the cabins. Cabin bookings receive 1 shower token to use during the weekend.
We will have 2 Joocla Nomad propane showers (outdoor) for quick rinse offs throughout the weekend. Specific times will be shared as to when these will be available.
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This trip requires a minimum number of ladies to register in order for it to be confirmed. Once the trip reaches the minimum participant number, you will receive a trip confirmation email and a link to be added a private Facebook group just for trip guests. In this group further trip details will be provided along with pre-travel support. Please let us know if you do not have or use Facebook (see contact information below).
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The Montana Summer Camp does not follow our usual Cancellation Policy outlined in our Terms of Service. Everything booked for this trip is non-refundable and non-transferable.
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Travel insurance is not required for the Summer Camp, but is still HIGHLY recommended.
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Please note that the itinerary provided for your adventure is subject to change. While we strive to adhere to the proposed plan, unforeseen circumstances such as weather conditions, safety concerns, or other factors beyond our control may necessitate adjustments to the itinerary. We prioritize your safety and enjoyment throughout the adventure, and any modifications made will be done with careful consideration. We will make every effort to inform you in advance of any changes and provide suitable alternatives to ensure a fulfilling experience.
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