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Bighorn River Montana fly fishing lodge.
Bighorn River Fly Fishing Lodge If your dream includes fishing and hunting the Bighorn Valley or the Rocky Mountain Front, Forrester's Destinations has the perfect lodging, guides and expeditions ideally suited just for you. Forrester's Bighorn River Resort The Bighorn Valley is an ocean of land and sky. Coulees, buttes and domes of earth change  color, from sage to copper to rose, as the sun dives into the west. On the East Front, prairie collides with that jagged wall of stone, the Rocky Mountains. It's raw. It's dramatic. It's the geological equivalent of adrenaline. At a glance, the landscapes share nothing but the arbitrary, man-imposed boundary of a state. Closer inspection reveals blessed similarities: fat trout, wild game birds, and Nick and Francine Forrester, owners of an outfitting company offering g uided fishing and hunting trips to both the Bighorn Valley and Rocky Mountain Front. Nick Forrester is a former wildlife biologist whose area of expertise, upland game birds, is not far afield from his current profession as an outfitter and guide. Francine is a chef trained in Manhattan. Her meals could remove the sting left by the worst day ever had in the field. Together, they go to extremes to please their guests.  Bighorn River Fly Fishing
The Bighorn is a magical tailwater known for prolific year-round hatches and gin-clear water. Census figures show an average of 10,000 rainbows and browns per mile. (Nearly twice that of any other Montana river.) Many are 18 to 22 inches in length. And there's no one better able to hook you up with those trout than the elite, Orvis-endorsed guides of Bighorn River Resort. "With 5,000 fish per mile, and the guides to put you on them, novice or expert, you'll succeed."
--Tim Boyle, CEO, Columbia Sportswear Overlooking this legendary river sits our hand-crafted log lodge, featuring a river - stone fireplace, Orvis pro shop, cigar loft and a gourmet dining room. Our guest cabins are impeccably decorated and include queen beds and private baths. And our attentive staff is second to none. To stay at the Bighorn River Resort is to relax in the rustic luxury of Montana's finest hospitality. 
Bighorn Valley Upland Bird Hunting Not everyone comes to Montana to fish. After leasing and establishing the first double  endorsed Orvis Lodge, Nick and Francine have turned their attention to the Bighorn River Resort. And when you see the Bighorn River Resort and Bighorn Valley, you'll know why. Thousands of acres of wheat fields and grassland cut by brush coulees make it a haven for Ring Neck Pheasants, Hungarian Partridge, Chukar Partridge and Sharptail Grouse. Forrester's has access to more than 103,000 acres of this prime bird habitat. Our professional guides, most of whom are tribal members born and raised on this land, will take you through field after field, hunting over expertly trained dogs, surrounded by big sky and mountains. All this so close to the Bighorn River offers you yet another option -- the cast and blast. Spend two days in the field and two days on the river. It's a sportsman dream come true. Upland bird hunting trips are also available through Summit Station Lodge on a limited basis. Bighorn River Resort Accommodations Just one stay at Forresters Bighorn River Resort and you’ll appreciate that a truly special  sporting vacation includes more than a great day of fishing or hunting. In fact, the facilities (not to mention the unforgettable cuisine and instant friendships you’ll make) at Forresters provide an experience so memorable, your dreams will carry you back time after time. Set along the southern bluffs of the Bighorn River and overlooking the upper three mile stretch that fisherman talk about in their sleep, the main lodge and private cabins include everything needed to feel right at home – and then some. The massive river rock fireplace in the living room, cigar loft (equipped with everything from telescope to snack bar), pro shop and dining room remind you of the traditions and values that have made Montana famous for its sporting opportunities and western hospitality.  You’ll enjoy sharing an evening of relaxation on the main deck as views of the Bighorn Mountains, majestic Cottonwoods lining the meadows below, and an unending display of big skies enrich your time spent visiting with guests from around the world. Or, if settling into an over-sized couch to enjoy refreshments before dinner and checking the latest news on the Internet is your pleasure, Nick and Francine Forrester have considered every aspect of what makes a great vacation.
Simply said, Forresters Bighorn River Resort is an experience few visitors will ever forget. Not just because it is time well spent enjoying your favorite sport, but because you find yourself fulfilled by an atmosphere of refined yet rustic traditions. SHOW UP ALL-INCLUSIVE PACKAGES With these all-inclusive packages, all you need to bring is a fervent desire to find big fish and game. We'll sweat the small stuff. Like guide and lodge gratuities, licenses and taxes, all beverages, transportation to and from Billings Airport, fly rod, all the right flies, tippit, waders, guns, hunting shells, and clays. Plus all the basics: Private cabin lodging (double occupancy), Orvis-endorsed guides, trained hunting dogs, three great meals per day, and transportation to and from our fishing and hunting areas. SPORTMANS PACKAGE:Our Sportsman's Packages put you within a stone's throw of big fish and teeming coveys. And then we'll fuel you up for another day fantasy day with a gourmet dinner and a beautiful private cabin. Packages include private cabin lodging (double occupancy), Orvis-endorsed guides, trained hunting dogs, three great meals per day, and transportation to and from our fishing and hunting areas. CORPORATE AND CUSTOM PACKAGES: Our corporate clients include Columbia Sportswear, Merrill Lynch and Wrangler Inc., and we frequently host retreats for smaller companies and family businesses too. If you'd like to arrange a custom trip for a corporate or sales retreat, please call for rates and availability. Click Information Request for Contact, Rates and Availability
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