TRIPS
GUIDED FLY FISHING
What is included with a guided fly fishing trip?
A guided fly fishing trip with Missouri River Fishing Co. includes expert guiding and instruction on one of Montana’s premier trout fisheries, non-alcoholic beverages, rod/reel, tackle, flies, river shuttle, and a delicious lunch (full day trips).
What is NOT included with a guided fly fishing trip?
A guided fly fishing trip with MRFC does not include guide gratuity, a Montana fishing license, personal outdoorwear (rain jacket, waders, boots, hat, sunglasses, sun gloves, etc.), or alcoholic beverages.
What is an appropriate gratuity for a guided fly fishing trip?
Appropriate gratuity for a full day trip is $100-150 per guide. Our guides rely on tips to offset their daily expenses of gas, lunch, river shuttle, tackle, and flies. Gratuity is greatly appreciated by our guides, as they work hard to put you on fish and make your experience as memorable as possible.
GEAR TO BRING
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Personal Fly Fishing Gear (guides will provide gear if you do not bring your own)
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Rain Jacket/Pants
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Snacks
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Sunscreen
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Polarized Sunglasses
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Footwear (wading boots, flip flops, sandals)
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Hat
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Wading Pack/Vest
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Light Jacket
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Quick-Dry Pants/Shorts
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Long Sleeved Sun Shirt
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Camera
COLD WEATHER GEAR
Spring and Fall is a special time to fly fish in Montana. Great hatches, cool afternoons, and eager fish can make for the some of the best fishing of the year. Many days are warm and sunny with blue skies; other days can be cool and breezy. The following gear list will prepare you for the varying conditions:
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Gore-Tex or Breathable Waders and Boots
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Winter Hat
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Insulated jacket (down, fleece, or synthetic)
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Long Underwear top and bottom
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Handwarmers
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Extra Layers
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Gloves
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Wool Socks
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CANCELLATION POLICYChanging dates for your scheduled trip is considered the same as a cancellation and booking a new trip. Missouri River Fishing Co must be notified in writing of any cancellations. Missouri River Fishing Co. and its guides reserve the right to cancel any trip at any time for reasons such as: ensuring the safety of clients and staff, government mandated water closures, or illness of guide or outfitter. Every effort will be made to keep this from occurring, however in the instance that it does, the client will receive a full refund for the guide fees. Trips WILL NOT be cancelled due to weather conditions (wind, rain, cold temps) or fishing conditions. Missouri River Fishing Co. will make no exceptions to the above payment, cancellation, and refund policy. We strongly encourage our clients to purchase travel insurance if concerned about the possibility of cancelling a trip.
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TRIPS BOOKED INSIDE OF 30 DAYSTrips booked within 30 days of the first day of the trip will be paid in full upon booking. Trips cancelled within 30 days of the start of the trip will NOT be refunded.
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TRIPS BOOKED OUTSIDE OF 30 DAYSTRIPS BOOKED OUTSIDE OF 30 DAYS For trips booked outside of 30 days from the trip start date, a 50% deposit will be collected. Remaining balance is due 30 days prior to the start of the trip. If cancelled more than 30 days from the first fishing day of the trip, the deposit is refundable minus a $25 processing fee, or the deposit can be applied in full to a future booking in the same calendar year. Trips cancelled within 30 days of the start of the trip will NOT be refunded.