Before you book.

No. Jason works with complete beginners regularly, and it’s some of his favorite guiding. He’ll walk you through casting basics, reading water and landing fish. Many first-timers land fish on their very first trip.

A Full Day Float (6 to 8 hours) is $675 for two anglers or $650 for one. A Half Day Float (3 to 4 hours) is $575 for two or $550 for one. A Half Day Scenic Float is $500 for up to two guests. Multi-day trips are priced on request.

Yes. Every angler needs a valid Montana Conservation License and Montana Fishing License before the trip. Buy them online at fwp.mt.gov. Jason sends the link and walks you through it when you book.

No fishing gear. We provide premium rods, reels, lines, leaders, tippet and all flies. Bring polarized sunglasses, sunscreen, a hat, layers and comfortable non-slip shoes. A small dry bag for personal items helps.

As early as possible. Spring (March to April, May on the Missouri), early summer (June to mid July) and fall (September to early November) book out months in advance, sometimes nearly a year ahead.

We fish rain, wind and cold; overcast days often bring the best hatches. If Jason decides conditions are genuinely dangerous (lightning, severe flooding), the trip is rescheduled or your deposit is fully refunded.

A 50% deposit holds your date. Cancel 14 or more days out for a full deposit refund. Inside 14 days the deposit is non-refundable unless we fill the date. Safety cancellations get a full refund or a free reschedule.

One or two anglers per guide. Groups of 3 or more can be arranged with additional guides and boats. We never put more than two boats on one stretch.

Full-day trips include a streamside lunch and beverages. Half-day trips include snacks and drinks. Dietary needs are always accommodated.

Absolutely. Float trips are one of the most accessible ways to fly fish: you fish seated or standing in a stable boat, with no wading required. Tell Jason about any needs when you book.

100%, every trip. Barbless hooks, rubber nets, fish kept wet, quick photos and every fish fully revived before release.

Yes. We provide pick up and drop off the day of fishing, unless we agree on a meeting spot for clients with their own transportation.

Never expected, always appreciated. The industry standard is 15 to 20% of the trip cost for a great day. Cash is preferred.

From July 20 to August 15 Jason books half days only. Warm water stresses trout, and “hoot owl” restrictions often stop fishing at 2 pm, so trips start early and finish early to protect the fish.