Fly Fishing in the Time of Covid-19 Tennessee Williams, in his play Night of the Iguana, broke down life into two levels: the Realistic and the Fantastic. Make no mistake for better or for worse, in 2020 we are living in the realm of the Fantastic. We are extremely lucky and grateful that we escaped the […]
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Healing Waters Lodge is located in southwest Montana and Lewis & Clark Expeditions fly fishing the coveted Smith River on five day/four night float trips; where you will find everything you’ll need to make your fly-fishing vacation memorable.
- Great location with world class float-fishing trips on blue-ribbon rivers such as the Beaverhead, Big Hole, Jefferson, Madison and of course the Smith River trips.
- Wade fishing on spring creeks and small meadow streams that meander through some of the most beautiful private ranches in the Rocky Mountains.
- Smith River float and fish for 59 river miles through limestone canyons.
- Veteran fly fishing guides with the knowledge and experience to put you on to the best fishing opportunities available; techniques to help elevate your fly fishing skills, and a love for Montana and the sport of fly fishing.
- Lodging that surrounds you in the comfort and charm that is southwest Montana hospitality. Clean and comfortable rooms each with a unique character.
- Smith River gear boat staff and guides do all the work and all you have to do is fish and enjoy your surroundings.
- Wholesome, flavorful and delicious food prepared fresh daily for breakfast, lunch and dinner.
- Our commitment to our Guests to provide the best possible service and everything necessary to make your angling vacation fun and relaxing as possible.
The Colors of Spring In Southwest Montana
The View from the Kitchen by Chef Linda Foy The Colors of Spring Spring in southwest Montana. The season when grey and brown burst into a vivid paint wheel of fluorescent hues. The scent of lilac wafts through the air, mingling with the aroma of newly spread fertilizer. Calves lounge in the greening grass, newly-returned […]
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An Ode to Housekeepers and Fly Fishing Guides Healing Waters Lodge is honored to be a finalist for the 2020 Orvis Fly Fishing Lodge of the Year award. Being nominated two years in a row is really a tribute to all the people that are committed to making Healing Waters Lodge a special place […]
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Healing Waters Lodge was the runner up for the 2019 Orvis Endorsed Fly-Fishing Lodge of the Year. We were thrilled for the Orvis recognition and validation that our guests appreciate our efforts in providing them with the best hospitality, clean accommodations, great food, and exceptional fly fishing guides and fly fishing opportunities in southwest […]
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Great Deal for Fish Like a Guide, But, Live Like a Client: Fly Fishing School: Think of it as immersion therapy into the world of fly fishing, any skill level can be accommodated, from beginners to technical fly fishers. $3350 per person includes 6 nights lodging, all meals at the lodge, 5 days combination (brief) […]
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Orvis Charleston: January 25th, at 12:30: Interested in fly fishing Montana? Show up at Orvis Charleston, Saturday, January 25th at 12:30, to meet Mike Geary, owner of Healing Waters Lodge in southwest Montana and Lewis & Clark Expeditions, the largest commercial outfitter on Montana’s Smith River, offering 5 day/4 night fly fishing float trips down […]
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Healing Waters Lodge presents: Fish Like a Guide, But, Live Like a Client 2020 Fly Fishing Schools April 26 through May 1: Considered Graduate school for anglers with more experience with the emphasis of honing your skills. Think of it as immersion therapy. $3350 per person includes six nights and five days lodging, all meals, […]
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Fly Fishing Predictions in 2020 and Beyond We will have average to above average snowpack providing Montana’s Rivers and Trout a healthy supply of water for 2020. Here is this weeks forecast from a group called Arctic Oscillation and Polar Vortex Forecasts: This week the predicted pattern across North American is troughing/negative pressure/geopotenial height anomalies […]
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The holiday season is fast approaching and so is our 2020 fly fishing season. What better gift than a fly fishing vacation with the best southwest Montana has to offer, Healing Waters Lodge and Lewis & Clark Expeditions: Smith River float trips. Reservations available now. Here are some things you should know about us for […]
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Enjoy this four minute plus video produced for us this summer by Muddy Shutter Media. Mike Geary, owner of Healing Waters Lodge, Twin Bridges, Montana, and owner/outfitter of Lewis & Clark Expeditions, explains “Why I Fish” while visually taking you along on a Smith River float trip, around Healing Waters Lodge, and the waters we […]
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