Smith River Montana Float

[jasonvilly]

Anyone ever do this? I was talking to some guys in Montana who said it is a must do.

 

Thinking about applying for a permit in January for this upcoming august.

 

59 miles. 1 put in 1 take out. 4 days on the river.

 

Would also be looking for those interested in joining for the adventure.

[bloom]

hmm...peaked my interest. In fact floating any new river peaks my interest.

[bigbowtrout]

I could be talked into something like this. Any idea on cost?

[jasonvilly]

Application process for 2012 opens in January. It is $10 to apply and $60 for float fees when you register on the day you float.

 

Montana fishing license would be about $50 for 4 days.

 

http://stateparks.mt.gov/parks/permits/smithRiver.html

 

There would obviously be a better chance if we had more people in a "group" applying. Maximum party size is 15 but I think smaller would be much better.

 

We would also need to figure out some other things. Example: at that time of year a Raft would probably be the best option. I found a place in Montana that we could rent a couple. Drift boat would be tough I hear.

 

This of course is only possible if we got a permit for this year.

[DougC]

I'd be mildly interested as well depending on the date, and would have a spot for 1 other angler in my 3 man NRS if a larger party could be organized.