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Blue Ribbon Flies

4.8 (21 reviews)
Open 7:00 am - 9:00 pm

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Tom B.

I always stop and buy a few flies and always seem to have luck with them I always say Good flies equal lots of fish. The staff is very knowledgeable about what the fish are hitting on and the best locations

My sister-in-law and our guide Curtis!

My Sister-in-law and I booked a July 3rd guided float for the Madison River. We found out the salmon fly hatch was on, so we expected action but little did we know we would get an education as well. Our guide took us to the river bank on several occasions to show us the different insects that were hatching - Stonefies, salmon flies and their exoskeletons, midges of all varieties and colors. It really helped us understand the decisions behind creating different types of flies and when/ how to use them. Between us we landed 15 fish, including an 18" rainbow, a 20" brown, many rainbows and hybrids and one mountain whitefish, but not a native cutthroat. I don't want to say how many I didn't land, but there were 4 that I really wanted to net before losing them to "angler error". I'd like to take a moment to thank the person who made this a memorable day - our guide Curtis Brown! Curtis was extremely knowledgable and patient. He was part teacher, entomologist and cheerleader. He had us use different presentations and techniques to match the sections of river we were on. He also explained what flies and nymphs we were using, as well as the reasons he was changing to them at the moment. We only lost two flies (one to a rock snag and another to the biggest fish I didn't land when I got too excited and applied too much pressure). Whether we hooked a 4" or 20" trout, Curtis's calm demeanor and instruction remained consistent and improved our chances for success. He also worked tirelessly on the anchor and oars with good humor and without complaint. If you get the chance to book a fly-fishing trip in Montana, you've got to go with Blue Ribbon Flies. If you get the chance to choose your guide, you've got to request Curtis Brown!

Eric M.

I have been fly fishing for nearly 30 years and I have traveled throughout Yellowstone several times. I've checked out almost every fly shop in and around Yellowstone and Blue Ribbon Flies is my 'go to' source for information, flies, and tackle. Craig Matthews is a great guy and fantastic source of information. Everyone at the fly shop was very helpful. Can't say enough, really.

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Yellowstone Family Adventures - David took us to the Grand Canyon of Yellowstone!

Yellowstone Family Adventures

5.0(2 reviews)
0.3 mi

Yellowstone family adventures is a fantastic company. They genuinely made our visit a spectacular…read morememory we'll cherish forever. Trent was extremely knowledgeable about Yellowstone's natural wonders and the best places to view wildlife. He was flexible, patient and very accommodating. He went above and beyond even sticking around to take us to west Yellowstone restaurants after our daily tour. We saw all the natural wonders on our list, as well as most of the wildlife. We had some special moments like a momma grizzly with three, two year old cubs; a large bison traffic jam with babies, called red dogs; a baby elk hiding as it's mother is gone off feeding; a mountain goat with a baby; Coyote cubs; elks with calves; a black bear couple; and a wolf with cubs moving about. Because we are bird watchers, Trent adjusted our tour to accommodate some bird watching and we were able to check off quite a few birds on our life list. In setting up our tour, David was fantastic. He was patient and accommodating for our lodging needs. This made our trip extra special. We highly recommend Yellowstone family adventures for your trip to Yellowstone. We definitely plan on using them in the future.

My family of 5 just spent 7 days with Yellowstone Family Adventures and we had the times of our…read morelives! This is not a corporate tour company, it is ran by two brothers that will go out of their way to make sure they provide the perfect experience for your family! My husband caught his first Montana trout on a fly rod thanks to them! We didn't even have fly fishing in our 7 day itinerary, but my husband mentioned it to David on day two and he made it happen by the end of the trip! Thank you so much YFA for this wonderful experience! My kids are still taking about it! Money well spent! We visited in early May 2024.

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Yellowstone Family Adventures - Break away from the crowds of the park during our private tours.

Break away from the crowds of the park during our private tours.

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Flying Pig Adventures: Yellowstone Whitewater Rafting

Flying Pig Adventures: Yellowstone Whitewater Rafting

4.8(165 reviews)
31.9 mi
$$

An Unforgettable Rafting Experience for Our Entire Family!…read more We had an incredible day on the river rafting trip with Flying Pig! Our group of 17 family members--ranging in age and experience--was warmly welcomed and exceptionally well taken care of. From the moment we arrived, the staff was friendly, organized, and clearly passionate about what they do. They made sure everyone felt safe and comfortable, while still delivering an exciting, adventure-packed trip down the river. The guides were not only knowledgeable about the rapids and safety, but also shared fun facts about the area and kept everyone engaged and laughing the whole time. Coordinating a large group isn't easy, but they handled it flawlessly. Everything ran smoothly, from check-in to the ride back. It truly felt like they went above and beyond to ensure we all had a fantastic experience. One unexpected bonus--they took beautiful action photos throughout the trip! It was amazing to relive the adventure through such high-quality shots, especially since we were too busy paddling and having fun to worry about capturing the moment ourselves. If you're looking for a professional, fun, and family-friendly rafting company--look no further. We'll definitely be back!

Did the saddle and paddle 7/25. Everything was very organized and the staff was professional and…read morewell-trained for both excursions. Thanks to the crew at Hell's A-Roarin for my spunky horse Pet and to Sofie at Flying Pig for a fun ride and sharing her stories. Wind was blowing so hard at one point we were going backward, and we had a couple squalls come through, so we got our moneys worth because we were late getting to the exit point. Got to swim in the river for a bit on the ride. Good times!

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Flying Pig Adventures: Yellowstone Whitewater Rafting
Flying Pig Adventures: Yellowstone Whitewater Rafting
Flying Pig Adventures: Yellowstone Whitewater Rafting

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Yellowstone Vacation Tours - Fox mousing

Yellowstone Vacation Tours

4.6(282 reviews)
0.5 mi

We recently rented snowmobiles from Yellowstone Vacation Tours for a trip into the park, to Old…read moreFaithful. We were very pleased with everything about the adventure! The staff in the office were friendly, knowledgeable and helpful. The snowmobiles were in great shape and work flawlessly! Our guide, Roy, did a super job! He gave us clear instructions on how to use the machines and the 'rules of the road.' Along the way he stopped at the interesting/beautiful locations and taught us many interesting facts. He is an outstanding guide! Very entertaining. I would definitely rent from them again. And a special thanks to Kennedy for all his help too!

This is a review for Ben, our guide for the snowmobile tour today (1/18/26). He was extremely kind,…read morefantastic at communicating with everyone about the challenging segments of the tour, and made sure everyone had a great time. What stood out most to us was how incredibly knowledgeable he was. He taught us about Edgar Howell and the history of the bison population in the park, how to differentiate coyotes from foxes, the Bubbly Paint Pot--how it was formed and became a giant sulfuric acid pond, the remnants of the concrete road, the 1988 fire, the earthquake, and the consequences of those natural events on the park. He also explained how mineralized, super dead trees were formed and, most importantly, how Yellowstone's bio-ecosystem is changing the world, with potential futures for biodiesel and microplastic-consuming organisms! We could tell this guy loves his job so much that he became a nerd--in the best way possible. He made the entire group feel comfortable, was always ready to answer questions, and happily chatted with anyone interested. He's extremely funny; we couldn't help laughing out loud at his hilarious and brilliant safety instructions. We definitely had a blast on this snowmobile tour, and it was 110% worth every penny because Ben was our guide!!! Book Yellowstone Vacation Tours ASAP, especially with Ben if you can. To the Yellowstone Vacation Tour big boss: please don't ever let Ben go, because we WILL be back and will ask for him. Also, give him a raise--because if you haven't, I mean, what are you even doing?! ‍

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Yellowstone Vacation Tours - We had the best snowcoach, a "turtle top". Very comfy!!

We had the best snowcoach, a "turtle top". Very comfy!!

Yellowstone Vacation Tours - Bald Eagle about to take off

Bald Eagle about to take off

Yellowstone Vacation Tours - Our chariot for the day!

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Our chariot for the day!

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