Adventures for Novice to Expert Anglers
Sage Lodge Trout School
October 12 – 17, 2025
Designed for the beginner angler, Trout School includes premium Sage and Redington rods with RIO lines, wader and boot rentals (if needed), flies, and terminal tackle—so there’s no need to purchase gear in advance.
Students will begin with classroom sessions and casting instruction on-site at Sage Lodge. The second day moves to the Yellowstone River to build stream fishing and river casting skills. The final two days are fully guided walk-and-wade trips into Yellowstone National Park and the nearby river to put new skills into practice.
With a low instructor-to-student ratio—no more than four students per instructor in class and two guests per guide on the river—each Far Bank Fly Fishing School ensures you leave confident and ready for a lifetime of fly fishing.
In Partnership with Fly Water Travel
Float Trips: Yellowstone and Madison Rivers
Fish a pair of Montana’s most fabled trout rivers the way they were meant to be fished; from a custom drift boat. Our seasoned guides will show you a beautiful stretch of river each day, with scenery and wildlife matched only by the fishing.
Montana Outfitter, Nick Penoncello, #49010
Details & Requirements
- Minimum Age:
10+
- Time of Year:
Spring – Fall
April-October (Spring runoff will affect availability in May, June, and July)
- Start Time:
Plan on meeting at 8 AM in the lobby to depart for the day of fishing.
- Duration:
Half-Day and Full-Day trips available
- Price:
Yellowstone River Full-Day $725 per boat, 1-2 anglers
Yellowstone River Half-Day $575 per boat, 1-2 anglers
Madison River Full-Day $775 per boat, 1-2 anglers
All fees included. Guide gratuities and fishing permits are not included.
- Includes:
Flies, rods/reels, waders and boots (optional), transportation, non-alcoholic beverages, and a meal of your choice from our Backcountry Menu (included only on full-day trips).
- Excludes:
Valid MT fishing license, guide gratuities, and alcoholic beverages (if desired)
- How to Book:
Walk and Wade: Yellowstone and Madison Rivers
Explore the river on foot, wading and fishing from the banks of the Yellowstone and Madison Rivers. Half or full day trips are available to explore the famous rivers on foot. Our skilled guides will take you off the beaten path and closer to where the fish are biting.
During the spring runoff season, which generally runs from mid-May to late June, the rivers may not be fishable. As our exact runoff season varies from year to year, we may be able to offer fishing trips on the Yellowstone River outside of these date ranges.
Montana Outfitter, Nick Penoncello, #49010
Details & Requirements
- Minimum Age:
10+
- Time Of Year:
Spring – Fall
March-October (Spring runoff will affect availability in May, June, and July)
- Start Time:
Plan on meeting at 8 AM in the lobby to depart for the day of fishing.
- Duration:
Half-Day and Full-Day trips available
- Price:
Yellowstone River Full-Day $725 for 1-2 anglers
Yellowstone River Half-Day $575 for 1-2 anglers
Madison River Full-Day $775 for 1-2 anglers, $100 per additional angler
All fees included. Guide gratuities and fishing permits are not included.
- Includes:
Flies, rods/reels, waders and boots (optional), transportation, non-alcoholic beverages, and a meal of your choice from our Backcountry Menu (included only on full-day trips).
- Excludes:
Valid MT fishing license, guide gratuities, and alcoholic beverages (if desired)
- How to Book:
Walk and Wade: Yellowstone National Park
A combination of fishing and wildlife viewing, these trips will include short hikes to fishing spots on famed creeks and rivers within Yellowstone National Park. Spend a day taking in the park’s beauty and getting your line wet for native Yellowstone Cutthroat Trout.
Montana Outfitter, Nick Penoncello, #49010
Sage Lodge is an authorized permittee of the National Park Service.
Details & Requirements
- Minimum Age:
13
- Time of Year:
June – October
- Start Time:
Plan on meeting at 7 AM in the lobby to depart for the day of fishing.
- Duration:
Full-Day
- Price:
$850 for 1-2 anglers
$150 per additional angler
All fees included. Guide gratuities and fishing permits are not included.
- Includes:
Flies, rods/reels, waders and boots (optional), transportation, non-alcoholic beverages, and a meal of your choice from our Backcountry Menu.
- Excludes:
Valid Yellowstone National Park Fishing Permit, guide gratuities, and alcoholic beverages (if desired)
- How to Book:
Walk and Wade: Private Spring Creeks
Walk and wade the world-renowned private spring creeks of the Paradise Valley. Test your skills fishing gin-clear waters loaded with educated trout. The technical nature of these fisheries is best suited for the intermediate to advanced angler.
Montana Outfitter, Nick Penoncello, #49010
Details & Requirements
- Minimum Age:
15
- Time of Year:
Year Round
A limited number of rods are available per day.
- Start time:
Plan on meeting at 8 AM in the lobby to depart for the day of fishing.
- Duration:
Half-Day and Full-Day trips available.
- Price:
Full-Day $725 for 1-2 anglers + rod fees*
Half-Day $575 for 1-2 anglers + rod fees*, $100 per additional angler
All fees included. Guide gratuities and fishing permits are not included.
*Access to private spring creeks is limited to a select number of anglers each day, ensuring an exclusive and serene experience. A “rod fee” is required to secure your access, ranging from $40 to $120 depending on the season. Please note that rod fees are non-refundable once confirmed, offering a rare opportunity to enjoy these pristine waters.
- Includes:
Flies, rods/reels, waders and boots (optional), transportation, non-alcoholic beverages, and a meal of your choice from our Backcountry Menu (included only on full-day trips).
- Excludes:
A valid MT fishing license, guide gratuities, and alcoholic beverages (if desired)
- How to Book:
Trails to Trout Expedition
Start your morning with a scenic drive into Yellowstone’s magnificent Northern range. Later in the morning, you will meet your experienced horse wranglers for a trail ride up to the fabled upper meadows of Slough Creek. From there, you will spend a half-day with your experienced fly fishing guide chasing the creek’s gorgeous Yellowstone Cutthroat Trout. After a backcountry lunch, you will saddle up and ride back out. Truly a bucket-list experience!
Preferred Vendor: Horsetrack Outfitters
The stock concessioner providing the horseback riding portion of this tour is Horsetrack Outfitters. Horsetrack Outfitters, LLC is an authorized concessioner of the National Park Service to serve the public in Yellowstone National Park. #CC-YELL-157-16.
Sage Lodge is an authorized permittee of the National Park Service.
Details & Requirements
- Minimum Age:
13+
- Time of Year:
July – September
- Duration:
Departure Time: 7 AM – 6 PM
Duration: 11 – 12 hours- Price:
$1,900 for one angler, $750 for an additional angler.
All fees included. Guide gratuities and fishing permits are not included.
- Includes:
- Flies, rods/reels, waders and boots
- Yellowstone National Park entrance fees
- Transportation
- Non-alcoholic beverages, breakfast and lunch from our Backcountry Menu
- Excludes:
- Valid Yellowstone National Park Fishing License
- Guide gratuities
- How to Book:
On-Site Fly Fishing
Discover the art of fly fishing without leaving Sage Lodge. From personalized casting lessons and hands-on fly tying classes to our beginner-friendly Fly Fishing 101 course, our expert guides will help you master techniques, understand gear, and explore the craft behind this timeless sport—all surrounded by the stunning beauty of Paradise Valley.
