July 2005

Raft Conditions Are As Good as They Get!

It’s summer in Glacier National Park and the rafting is exceptional – the rains we received in June have given the river the perfect amount of water for whitewater adventure and good fishing should last late into the season. The wave trains on the Middle Fork of the Flathead are at a level most guides consider the best – and the rivers are clearing to catch some trout. Bone Crusher is pumping, Jaws is pushing, and Pump House will leave you wishing for more. Come spend a half-day – or a few nights on the river with us. You’ll never forget it.

Rafters enjoy a full-day trip with great views of Mt. St. Nicolas in the background.

Try Out a New Raft July 9-10
Glacier Raft is hosting the first local raft demo days July 9-10 where you can try out rafts on the Middle Fork of the Flathead River. This is the time of year that the rafting is the best, so it makes sense to let you try the equipment out first hand. Aire and Outcast reps will be on hand to answer questions and raft drops will occur at the old bridge in West Glacier.

Local guides will escort you to the river in four different shifts on Saturday and Sunday at 10 a.m., noon, 2 p.m. and 4 p.m. We’re also hosting a free barbecue from 10 – 2 p.m. both days at the Outdoor Center, as well as a free drawing for prizes and a raffle for a new Outcast pontoon boat.

The upper Middle Fork offers wilderness adventures with technical rapids – and great fishing.

Go Wild! Glacier Raft offers multi-day wilderness adventures that allow you to discover a whitewater treasure few have ever seen. The Upper-Middle Fork of the Flathead is a run that rivals any in the West and offers remote access to rapids in the Great Bear Wilderness, part of the largest wilderness area in the Continental U.S. The emphasis on this remote section of river is the overall experience--camping, rafting, hiking, fishing and enjoying the great outdoors. You can read about the adventure of a lifetime in Flathead Living Magazine.

Glacier Raft has guides that will show you the best local fishing spots.

Learn to Fly Fish
Ever wanted to learn to fly-fish but didn’t know how to get started? Our Glacier Anglers Fly Shop hosts fly casting clinics every Tuesday and Thursday through the end of August. The clinics begin at 6 p.m. at the trout pond located behind the Outdoor Center. The clinics are free and last one hour and no experience or equipment is required. We give guests an explanation of the equipment involved with fly fishing and a demonstration of casting techniques. Come give it a try!

Come Rafting Today
Make reservations for cabin rentals and river trips by calling Glacier Raft & Outdoor Center at 1-800-235-6781 or 406-888-5454 or visit www.glacierraftco.com.

See you on the river!

Darwon Stoneman
Sally Thompson
Onno Wieringa
Co-owners, Glacier Raft Company