Wild River Adventures

08/08/2026

Both honored and privileged to work with the Warriors & Quiet Waters Foundation this past week. 🎣

06/04/2026

From our friends “It’s a blood sport whether you like it or not.” Those were the words spoken by my client Rick as I was trying to revive a mature cutthroat trout that was hooked deep with a barbless dry fly one late July morning. Rick was an older gentleman, retired from a career in the military and he did not mince words when it came to the sticky subject of fish mortality and catch and release fishing. Since then, those words have hung in the periphery of my consciousness. As a result, I find myself asking more and more, what are the impacts to the fisheries I work on from my role in the guide seat?

It is a fact that not every fish we catch and release is gonna survive the encounter. According to several studies that have surfaced in the past 20 years related to trout mortality through the use of catch-and-release practices, anglers are looking at anywhere from 0-10% mortality with good water conditions and mortality rates much higher (40+%) when water conditions are not ideal. Those are numbers that can keep fishing guides up at night.

I accept my impact on the fishery and strive to hold myself and the guides that work with Wild Montana Anglers to the highest standards once the fish has hit the net. We do this by using the best available practices of handling and releasing fish. Sometimes that does not allow us to get a photo of the big one or fish throughout the afternoon in the dog days of summer. But it does allow us to take better care of the places we are so fortunate to work on. Below are three principles learned through and that help in the goal of minimizing mortality and that we use everyday on guided trips.

1: MINIMIZE AIR EXPOSURE

2: ELIMINATE CONTACT WITH DRY SURFACES

3: REDUCE HANDLING TIME

To keep things readable for this platform, I did not dive into the details of these three principles. If you are interested in learning more or want to check out more literature on how to reduce fish mortality check out website(https://www.keepfishwet.org/) and keep an eye out for more posts from us on how to be better stewards of the wild places we love.

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08/14/2025

Come and see us at the Columbia Falls Community Market!! Today, from 5-8pm!! 🙌

04/08/2025

Both honored and blessed to sit down with the talented & beautiful, Julie Walz, creator of IWD 406. 🙏 To hear from our owner, Alexa Woods, take a listen to this podcast! To hear from other amazing women, check out the IWD 406, you won't regret it. 🩵🔥

Riding the Rapids: Leadership, Adventure & Service with Alexa Woods | Episode #45 What does it take to balance military service, entrepreneurship, and a love for the wild outdoors? This week on the IWD406 Podcast, we sit down with Alexa Woods, co-owner of Wild River Adventures, a premier rafting...

08/07/2024

Looking forward to seeing you all this Thursday!!

Be sure to stop by our nonprofit tent to donate to the Bob Marshall Wilderness Foundation. Your donations support vital projects such as trail maintenance, habitat restoration, and youth education programs in the Bob Marshall Wilderness Complex. Your contributions make a significant impact, and we are grateful for your support.

We would also like to extend our gratitude to our market sponsor, Wild River Adventures. Wild River Adventures offers an array of outdoor activities including whitewater rafting, scenic float trips, and fishing excursions, providing unforgettable experiences in the stunning landscapes of Montana.

Drew Landry will be our entertainment this week!

Market is Thursday from 5-8 pm!
Bob Marshall Wilderness Foundation
Wild River Adventures

07/23/2024

Meet 👏 Our 👏 Guides 👏

1) First up, our rookie guide…Sasha!! Sasha is a self-proclaimed amateur treasure hunter AND she has a passion for eating fruit 🍉

2) Next up, the one and only…Will Haverstock!!
Will aspires to win the lottery one day (we believe in him)
He once ran a relay race across the state of Massachusetts and will never be doing that again

Come meet these impressive folks on a rafting or fishing trip!!

Call 406-387-WILD
Book online at riverwild.com

07/14/2024

Whaaaaaaat was that?! Did somebody say…. guided fishing trips?? 🎣

Yes!! Wild River Adventures offers customers the once in a lifetime opportunity to fish the federally protected, wild and scenic Flathead River- aka the border of Glacier National Park!! 🐟

Guided fishing trips make wonderful gifts for the fishermen and women in your life

Or… treat yo self to some fishing!! Fish your heart out with WRA ❤️

To book call: 406-387-WILD or go to riverwild.com

07/10/2024

Introducing… Meet 👏 Our👏 Guides👏

1) Our lovely returning guide, Country Mel, knows all of the secrets of the river.. maybe she is from here or something 🧐

She loves her job so much, she even has a tattoo of a “River Rat”… guess you’ll have to book a trip to catch a glimpse 🤷‍♀️

2) And we have a rookie!! Around these parts, Christina (or should I say X-Tina) is known for her infectious and bubbly personality

Book a trip and maybe YOU will get to meet them too 🤘

406-387-WILD or book online at riverwild.com

07/09/2024

Step 1) Hop on the bus
Step 2) Get splashed!!!

We would love to see you and your crew on a raft this summer 😝

Join our Wild River guides and bring your family on the trip of a lifetime…

Call 406-387-WILD or book at riverwild.com

Comment your favorite Wild River memory below 👇

06/19/2024

Come see what our neighbors have been working on next door. We can personally attest that their pizza is da bomb, the drinks are poured just right, and their friendly staff is the icing on the cake!!