We make learning to fly fish easy and enjoyable in one of the most scenic and renowned fly fishing destinations in Montana. The release of movies like “A River Runs Through It” helped showcase the magnificence of fly fishing in northwest Montana. Yet, there are many people, who despite being inspired to give it a try, are intimidated or don’t know where to start. Even if you are not a beginner, taking a lesson can help refresh and hone your skills and make your fishing trip all the more satisfying.
Swan Mountain Outfitters is pleased to offer our fly fishing clinics. These can stand alone as a quick activity in your busy vacation itinerary, or they can be added to the start of a longer fishing experience.
Our Montana fishing guides are friendly, patient, and very skilled in teaching the art of fly-fishing. This environment is the perfect place to learn fly fishing techniques and principles that will give you the confidence to really enjoy your Montana fishing experience.
Don’t spend another minute wondering what it would be like to learn how to fly fish, book your fly fishing lessons and family fishing trip in Montana today!
Current Trip Rates
Group Discount Rates: 10% discount available for groups of 6+
3% Administrative Fee: All multi-day trip rates will have an additional 3% administrative fee added per reservation. If you have any questions please feel free to call us at (406) 387-4405.
Additional Fees and Discounts: One-on-one guide: $150 per day extra. Repeat Customer Discount: 10% off. For all trips, a 25% deposit is required upon booking, and is non-refundable. The remaining trip cost is due upon arrival. Credit Cards accepted for deposits with no fee, final payments can be made with a check or cash or a credit card plus a 3% convenience fee.
Cancellation and Refund Policy: For all overnight trips, a 25% non-refundable deposit for each participant is required to reserve a trip. For daily trips we request full payment at the time of reserving, all amounts paid are non refundable within 48 hours of the activity. Above prices do not include tags/licenses that are paid directly to the state of Montana. There are no refunds due to weather or fires or unforeseen changes in your travel schedule. We highly recommend the purchase of trip insurance! All fishing services are offered under Montana License #34041, Patrick M. Tabor 26356 Soup Creek Road, Swan Lake, MT 59911 (406)-387-4405
License Cost & Application Deadline
Non-resident fishing licenses require a $10 Conservation license as a prerequisite. 2-day license are available for $25, 10-day for $56 or full season for $86. When fishing for bull trout each angler must have in possession a valid Bull Trout Catch Card for the specific water he/she is fishing. Catch Cards are free of charge, but must be acquired by application. You can purchase a license online at fwp.mt.gov/hunting/licenses/nonresidents.