Montana Fly Fishing

August 14-19, 2026

Fly fishing with Mckenna!

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This adventure is rated 2 out of 5 difficulty level. Moderate level activities (i.e. short to medium hikes up to 5 miles, some elevation, intro to new skill/activity that is guided by 3rd party like mountain biking, climbing, rafting, etc.). While usually some activities are options, the rafting is required to join the trip.

If you came to the Montana Campout last year, you will definitely remember McKenna! Her fly fishing classes were definitely a highlight of that weekend event.

For this adventure, you will be starting in Whitefish, Montana to get settled in and enjoy the surrounding area. This mountain town is surrounded by adventure, with Glacier National Park right next door! You’ll have a day to choose your own adventure before joining McKenna and local raft guides for 3 days/2 nights of fly fishing on the river.

Do you need experience fishing? Nope! What about rafting experience? Also nope! McKenna and her crew will be there to teach you all the skills you need. Already a seasoned fly fishing veteran? There's always something new to learn, and we promise you'll love the camaraderie, storytelling, and epic adventure of rafting and fishing in some of the best trout territory in the country with a group of badass women.

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Woman holding a fish she caught in a river, smiling with her tongue out, wearing a hat.
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People in a small boat float down a river surrounded by trees under a partly cloudy sky.
Three women sitting on an inflatable boat on a river, holding a Montana flag, with trees and a rocky hillside in the background.
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ITINERARY

    • Check in to the hotel is at 3pm so arrival time should be sometime after that.

    • Airport transfer is on your own, but UBER is easy!

    • Welcome dinner will be held at a local downtown Whitefish restaurant within walking distance of the hotel.

    • Meals included: Dinner

    • Today is a build your own adventure day! We are surrounded by adventure so check out the local hikes, go shopping in downtown Whitefish or enjoy the amenities at the hotel. We’ll have more recommendations for group activities closer to the start date.

    • We’ll be meeting downtown for dinner! Time will be based on groups plans earlier in the day.

    • Meals: Dinner

    • Today is the day! We hope you are ready to spend 3 days/2 nights camping under the stars and fly fishing from a raft!

    • Wake up, grab a quick breakfast, check out of our hotel and then we’ll get picked up by McKenna!

    • McKenna will pick us up at the hotel at roughly 9:30am.

    • The drive to where we are launching the rafts is about an hours drive from our hotel.

    • Lunch will be enjoyed on the water!

    • The day will be spent doing lessons and fishing from the boats.

    • Tonight we are camping riverside under a blanket of stars.

    • Meals included: Lunch and Dinner

    • We’ll wake up this morning, enjoy breakfast and pack up camp.

    • We’re back on the river with a full day of fly fishing ahead of us! There will be plenty of opportunities to have one on one sessions with McKenna AND practice your new skills.

    • Hopefully we’ve had a successful day since we’ll be enjoying the day’s catch for dinner tonight.

    • We’ll be camping riverside again and enjoying the sound of the water lapping the shoreline.

    • Meals: Breakfast, lunch and dinner

    • Good morning! We’ll be packing up camp again and getting on the water to make the most of our last day fishing!

    • Lunch will be enjoyed on the river.

    • Our goal is to be off the water by about 2pm. It’s roughly an hour back to our airport hotel in Kalispell.

    • Meals: Breakfast, lunch and dinner

    • Breakfast is at the hotel before heading out for our flights.

    • The hotel has a free airport shuttle so we can arrange the departure times the day before.

    • Checkout is 10am.

    • Good-byes are our least favorite part of the trip, but we can’t wait to see you on another adventure with us soon!

    • Meals: Breakfast

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Ready to Book?

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    • $4,495 USD double occupancy and camping

    • If you are traveling solo, you will be assigned a roommate upon request. Rooms are assigned on a first come basis.

    • Please inquire if you are interested in a solo room upgrade, it may be available upon request.

    • A deposit is due at booking to hold your spot with regular monthly payments. Additional payments may be applied to the trip balance prior to payment due dates.

    • 3 days/2 nights at a local lodge in Whitefish, 3 days/2 nights camping while river rafting, 1 night at the airport hotel before departure.

    • All camping gear needed for our fishing trip. This includes tents, sleeping pads, sleeping bags and chairs.

    • Fishing lessons with McKenna on the water.

    • You are welcome to bring your own fishing gear, but all gear needed for this trip will be provided.

    • Professional female rafting guides.

    • Forest service fees

    • Transfers to/from the river and hotels.

    • Shuttle from airport hotel to airport.

    • Meals as noted in itinerary (3 breakfasts, 3 lunches, 5 dinners)

    • Trip checklists, detailed packing list, training guide, and pre-travel support provided in a private Facebook and/or WhatsApp group

    • Pre-trip Q&A Zoom call to meet your fellow travelers, trip host and ask any questions

    • Small group; maximum of 13 women + your WWE trip host and 1 local female guide

    • Flights to/from Kalispell Airport (also called Glacier International Airport) FCA

    • Tips and gratuity for guides (at the discretion of the client)

    • Airport transfer on arrival

    • Meals not mentioned in the itinerary

    • Entrance fees to any parks or fees for activities outside those mentioned in the itinerary.

    • Alcohol, additional beverages, snacks and meals as noted above.

    • Any additional excursions or activities not included in the above itinerary

    • Visa and entry requirements as applicable and any pre-travel medical expenses such as immunizations or required Covid-19 testing

    • Travelers insurance to cover medical expenses while traveling abroad (proof of insurance required)

    • Personal expenses not included in the itinerary such as additional accommodations, transportation, meals, souvenirs, etc.

    • Meals as noted in itinerary (3 breakfasts, 3 lunches, 5 dinners)

    • All meals will be provided as noted in the itinerary. Please reach out to the trip host after booking if you have any food allergies/sensitivities. We always do our best to accommodate dietary restrictions but cannot make any guarantees.

  • This trip requires a minimum number of women 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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    All deposits are non-refundable at the time of booking, but may be transferable if done so within the timeframe outlined in the Terms of Service.

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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.