JOHN KIRBY's ANCIENT MARINER GUIDE
SERVICE, LLC --
FLYFISHING & LIGHT TACKLE OUTFITTER
"A Cast Beyond the
Ordinary..."
We are dedicated to the belief that there is more to fishing the great waters of Montana than just wetting a line. Indeed, the great fishermen with whom we have fished always seemed to be a cast beyond the ordinary. To them, the essence of flyfishing was much greater than time spent in the boat, total fish released, and the many other arbitrary standards so prevalent in today's competitive world. They felt, as we do, that there is a philosophical thread that binds a flyfisher to his environment -- unique settings under the Big Sky and an appreciation and understanding of the flora, fauna, and geology here in this, the last best place.
"The care of rivers is not a question of rivers,
but of the human heart."
Tanaka Shozo
The Boulder River flows North from the Beartooth Absaroka
Wilderness Area and enters the Yellowstone River at Big
Timber. Notorious for glaciated rubble ("bowling
balls") covered w/ slick algae, it fishes best from a raft
in early July. However, we do have permission to fish a
number of private ranches in the area.
Enjoy the
spectacular beauty of South-Central Montana while in pursuit of native trout. We
offer spring, summer, and fall fishing coupled with over 32 years experience outfitting fly fishermen.
Our fishing trips are specifically tailored to your desire for
solitude, your ability, and your fishing experience. We offer
beginner through advanced instruction in both fly casting and fly
fishing.
Float trips on the
Yellowstone River, wading trips on unspoiled mountain freestone
creeks, or casting for humongus rainbows in our local trophy
ponds
-- we know the water -- when, where, and how.
For more information and photos visit the following links:
Yellowstone River Missouri River Boulder River Out-of-the-Way Places Sweet Grass Creek Otter Creek Trophy Stillwaters
We are now booking trips for the Missouri River at Craig, Mt!
We also have access to several outstanding Trophy Pond for the use
of our clients! Plus, we are able to book trips to Burns
Lake near Big Timber! Call for details!
2006 MONTANA RATES AND GUIDE POLICY
Daily Fee $350.00 for two anglers per
guide. All trips must be confirmed in advance.
Deposit $100.00 per guide day. Gratuities not included.
All tackle provided on request.
DAILY FEES INCLUDE transportation while fishing; Lunch or Dinner plus Soft Drinks (no alcohol, please), McKenzie Style Drift Boats, Basic to Advanced Instruction when requested, some of the guide's secret flies or gear, and all shuttle fees when floating.
DAILY FEES DO NOT INCLUDE landowner or Trophy Lake rod fees (if any), fishing licenses, lodging, transportation to and from the airport, and other items of a personal nature.
RESERVATION / CANCELLATION POLICY: Reservations are confirmed on receipt of deposit. Deposits will only be refunded in the event of confirmed personal emergencies provided that we are notified at least seven days in advance, unless otherwise agreed at the time of booking.
For more information:
Captain John M. Kirby
U.S. Coast Guard Licensed & Insured
Montana
Outfitter #4713
Call
406.930.1133 or Email The Ancient Mariner
"He who does not
use a local guide does not know the land...." Sun Tzu
"He who does not use a local guide does not know the
water." John Kirby
OK, so why is it Ancient Mariner? Maritime??? Whazat?
Last Edit:
15 Sep 2006
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