Destination : River Ranche – Canada

Built in 1991, this architecturally striking, rustic but luxurious main lodge and cabins are located on a bluff, overlooking the Henry’s Fork of the Snake River, one of the finest dry fly spots anywhere. Besides their home water, they have access to some of the finest guides in the West. Rivers like the Madison, South fork of the Snake, Firehole, Gallatin, Yellowstone and other rivers of Yellowstone Park, are all within easy reach for a day’s fishing. After a great day outdoors, rock away on the porch and relax with hors d’oeuvres and a beverage. Dining at Henry’s Fork Lodge is a blue-ribbon experience as well. “It’s no wonder that the Lodge is featured in the New York Times bestseller, “1000 Places to See Before You Die.”  Non-fishers will enjoy hiking, birding, canoeing, horseback riding, mountain biking, tennis, golf, and sightseeing. Corporate welcome.

Meals are taken overlooking the river at the lodge.  Sit and enjoy the fellowship in front of the pot-bellied stove or enjoy a roaring fire by the outdoor firepit. Rest in your cabin, all of which have a full bath and wood-burning fireplace.  Four cabins are separate from the lodge and each accommodates two people in bunk beds. They have a bathroom with shower and sink, gas heat, full fireplace, and electrical power. No TV’s in the cabins

“We are very grateful for the opportunity to drift these sections of the Bow River.  We proudly manage our fly fishing trips to ensure that we will be able to offer high quality adventures for many years to come. Doing this means there are limited trips in each season. River Ranche fishing tours are guided. We have well-respected guides on staff to accommodate groups from two to eight. The Bow River holds trophy rainbow and brown trout. Most of the River Ranche fish have never been hooked and they are active on the rod.”  

Fishing / Lodging:

• Cabin Lodging, meals, double occupancy             $175 (C) per person/per night
• Guided Bow River Float                                                $625(C) per boat/per day

Cultural Activities – Blackfoot Crossing Historical Park

• One day tour of Siksika Reserve                      $125 (C) per person

(Includes visit to Blackfoot Cultural Historical Park Museum)

• Sit and listen to the songs, the drumming, the stories
• Speak with the elders
• Participate in the dance

Chief Crowfoot Tipi Village / Teepee Sleepover
Cultural tour accommodations are in authentic Blackfoot teepees. Listen to the history, experience the culture, and enjoy the natural surroundings of the Siksika Reserve.  Elders will be present for cultural teaching and for sharing ancient stories around the campfire.

• One person per night                                                     $110 (C)
• Each additional person                                                 $60 (C)
• Children under twelve                                                   $35 (C)
• Meals Traditional or western cuisine includes, if requested, buffalo, deer, or elk
  Per day/per person                                                         $60 (C)

Remember Fishermen’s Spot Travel services are always FREE to you!  You never pay more than what you would pay if you booked directly with the lodge.

What’s Included:

• Meals in the lodge 

What’s Not Included:

• Air transportation to and from the Calgary airport
• Alcoholic beverages
• Gratuities for guides and staff

Fly into Calgary International Airport (YYC)

From Calgary travel about 60 kilometers east on 22X (turns into 901). Turn right onto 547 at the substation and head towards Arrowwood. Go about 10 kilometers and take a left at the old church. Follow the gravel road past all the houses to the tee and turn left. Go 1 km and park. Welcome!

As a guest of the River Ranche, whether you join them for an excursion or simply want to get away, your adventure is they’re pleasure.

Guided bird hunting trips, both waterfowl and upland birds, are available on the Reserve. When requested, River Ranche will arrange those trips.

Guided horseback riding excursions are available on the Reserve. Again, River Ranche will be happy to arrange such trips.

Blackfoot Crossing Historical Park and Interpretive Centre

As a guest of the River Ranche you are welcome at the Siksika’s new Interpretive Centre. Blackfoot Crossing is an historic site of Canadian and international significance. The Interpretive Centre exposes the general public to traditions and historical sites that are sacred to the Blackfoot people. The museum interprets them through exciting, authentic and interactive exhibits, demonstrations, and programming.

About the Crossing… It is a Historic Site of the signing of Treaty No.7, is of National and International historical and archaeological significance. It is a designated national Heritage Site and is recommended to be a World Heritage Site.

The success of the Treaty No.7 Commemoration in 1977 intensified the Siksika (Blackfoot) Nation’s vision of building a unique world-class tourist attraction designed to engage visitors in authentic cultural experiences with the Blackfoot people.”