2010 Schedule
Autumn Sights and Sounds
Fall is our favorite time to be in Yellowstone’s back country. The summer crowds are gone, the trees have turned a brilliant gold; crisp, clear evenings are perfect for stargazing, and all around us are the sounds of bugling elk! The animals seem to know the park is less busy too. Come join us in September!
Fly Fishing! September 3-6: "Wilderness Medical Education at Cache Creek"
Limited to: 8 guests — currently 5 available
This trip is designed for physicians, and other healthcare professionals who have an interest in medical issues in wilderness settings. The education program will be directed by the Medical Director of Yellowtone National Park and renowned wilderness physician Dr. Luanne Freer. The educational program provided on this trip will qualify for 10 hours of Category I Continuing Medical Education (CME).
Yellowstone provides an ideal setting for CME in wilderness medicine. We enjoy a full day of backcountry recreation and relax by the campfire during the educational presentations. This fall trip arrives at a perfect time in the season to listen to the elk bugling and the wolves howling. Fly fish the cold, clear pools and simply enjoy the changing of the seasons in this part of Yellowstone’s backcountry.
Rate: $2,250.00 per person
Additional information about the CME program, including instructions for making a reservation.
Heated Pools! September 14-21: "Bechler Waterfalls"
Limited to: 8 guests — currently 2 available
Early fall is the prime time to visit the Bechler area. The Bechler region, located in the southwest corner of Yellowstone is home to 21 of the Park’s 40 waterfalls. This trip boasts many great sightseeing opportunities, fly fishing and wildlife viewing as well as soaking in pools heated by thermal water. Our guests are delighted with this rich and exciting region known as "Cascade Corner." This pack trip is sure to provide you with some of the most "awesome" scenery in all of Yellowstone.
Rate: $3,300.00 per person
50% non refundable deposit is required to confirm the reservation.
Car shuttle available for an additional charge of $125.00 per vehicle moved.
September 23-25: "Fly Fishing Special"
Enjoy the fishing and the solitude of September on one of Yellowstone’s Premier trout streams. Either the Lamar River or Slough Creek will provide the perfect opportunity to catch wild cutthroat trout. Whether you have been fishing all of your life, or this is your first try,the Fall is the perfect time for a late season backcountry pack trip in Yellowstone.
Rates: $1,250.00 per person
50% non refundable deposit is required to confirm the reservations.
Pack trip locations are subject to change (if campsites cannot be reserved or Park Service closes the camp). In the event of a change, we will make every effort to plan a very similar pack trip.
Payment and Deposit Information
We accept Mastercard, Visa, American Express and Discover cards. We also accept checks.
Reservations are confirmed upon receipt of deposit.
Please remember that deposits are nonrefundable, as we work on a very limited season.
Final payment for pack trips is due two weeks prior to trip.
Mike and Erin Thompson
Winter Ranch Contact: (701)523-4907
Summer Ranch Contact: (406)848-9953
email: packtrips@aol.com