Wet Net Outfitters was formed to provide the finest, fly fishing trips in Southwest Montana. We do this through finding the fishiest guides and targeting a range of waters when they are fishing at their peak. We have a portfolio of private waters and off the beaten path rivers that provide our guests with a secluded experience and unpressured fish, resulting in a unique experience only available through Wet Net Outfitters.
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INFORMATION
Meet the Outfitter
Pierce Oja owner/outfitter of Wet Net Outfitters began fly fishing as a youngster and working in fly shops at 15. At 18, he was guiding and could not imagine a different profession. Now spending over a decade working in the fly fishing industry. With a degree in biochemistry, his approach to fishing with a variable limiting, scientific approach to best discern how to catch fish. He possesses a passion for fishing with greatest joy is getting to show his guests something new whether it be techniques, casting, or new water. As a sixth generation Montanan Pierce has grown up with an appreciation for solitude and great fishing. Providing these luxuries with his guests through private water leases and exploring lesser-known freestones aboard specialized rafts to navigate the lower flows. That said, when the Yellowstone or Missouri Rivers are fishing well it is hard not to visit these famous rivers.
Montana Fly Fishing Trips
The waters of South West Montana harbor some of the finest trout fishing known to man. Wet Net Outfitters is pleased to offer our guests a range of Montana fishing trips that will satiate anyone’s fishing desires. Our guests can experience an amazing diversity of large Blue Ribbon trout streams from a drift boat, lesser known rivers that require the use of a raft, and private waters framed by undisturbed ranch land.
Day Trips
For anglers with time constraints we steer many of guests in this direction. Day trips are a great immersion for beginning anglers or those traveling to South West Montana for reasons other than fishing. Our day trips guests can expect the same high quality service and fishing as our guests that participate in multi-day expeditions.
The Trout Tour
For anglers that want to see what else is out there. Wet Net Outfitter’s “Trout Tour” provides our guests with a one of a kind, ultimate Montana Fishing Trip. Our guests can expect to find themselves on new water, fishing at it’s peak – every day. With so many great rivers, streams, and lakes in Montana we will build our guests a custom trip that will satiate any angler.
Private Water Trips
For a truly secluded experience we offer our guests an extensive array of private water options. From small streams harboring untouched trout to lakes teeming with trout that approach mythical size, Wet Net Outfitters strives to provide a prodigious private water experience to our guests.
Private Water
When most anglers allow their eyelids to droop and dreams to develop they see an immaculate trout stream, trout rising to mayflies, and no one in sight. Wet Net Outfitters has dreamt of this experience and provides it all season through our network of exclusive private water leases and limited access spring creeks. Here anglers can expect to always “get the spot” and enjoy an intimate day with environment around them.
Cutthroat Haven
As the lessor of some of these bodies of water we find it imperative to protect their identity. Yellowstone Cutthroat, especially the sizable specimens, need to be treated with supreme respect. Because of this we offer a limited number of rods in a week to ensure that all of our guests have fresh, wild, native fish to catch. In my eyes I have witnessed very few fisheries that compare to this stream. Anglers can expect to fish a variety of surface imitations from caddis to frogs. And streamers fished down and across.
The Season: Due to the high elevation of this fishery we do not experience much discoloration due to runoff and we begin fishing up here as early as May and will fish it well into October.
DePuy’s Spring Creek
DePuy’s is perhaps the most iconic spring creek in the Mouton West. Its fertile waters provide an optimal environment to grow and overabundance of insects and trout. Because of its ground sourced water, the creek provides stable flows and temperatures all year. From late March through early October dry fly anglers rejoice for good hatches of beatis, PMD’s, sulfurs, midges, multiple species of caddis, damsels, and terrestrials. Year round anglers can expect some of the best subsurface fishing in the state from late fall into spring. While it is a gin-clear spring creek anglers that make a proper presentation with an adequate offering can expect to be rewarded.
The Season: We fish DePuy’s 12 months a year and each month offers up spectacular fishing.
Armstrong’s Spring Creek
Framed by the Beartooth Mountains, Armstong’s Spring Creek is the consummate spring creek. While DePuy’s has gained the present day notoriety, historically Armstong’s was THE spring creek in Paradise Valley. In fact, the water that roars out of the Yellowstone Aquifer to form Armstrong’s is the same spring that feeds DePuy’s, the creek simply crosses a property line! Armstong’s provides an intimate angling experience and some of the finest dry fly fishing known to man. Solid hatches of beatis, PMD’s, sulfurs, midges, multiple species of caddis, damsels, and terrestrials keep fish looking toward the surface more often than not. Beautiful flats, broad riffles, and weed beds galore provide ample habitat for trout and insects alike.
The Season: We fish Armstrong’s 12 months a year and each month offers up something special. The dry fly scene begins in late March and runs into October
Montana Fly Fishing Lodges
From lush lodges to concealed cabins, Wet Net Outfitters can assist you in finding the perfect accommodations for your Montana fishing adventure.
Cutthroat Haven
For anglers seeking a truly secluded experience come stay with us in a comfortable, custom built log cabin on a working cattle ranch. Situated on the banks of one of our exclusive leases our guests can expect to find some of the best fishing and views in the entire state.
SAGE Lodge
The Idyllic Fly fishing Home Base
For anglers seeking the finest amenities off and on the water. The newly constructed SAGE Lodge is positioned in the heart of paradise valley, providing a beautiful and strategic lodging experience.
Yellowstone Valley Lodge
The Perfect all inclusive setting for your custom Montana fishing adventure. The lodge features private patios that over look the Beartooth Mountains and some of the finest dining in Montana.
Air Travel: Livingston, Montana and Paradise Valley are situated an easy, 30 minute drive time to the east of Bozeman, Montana. Bozeman Yellowstone International Airport (BZN) receives direct, commercial flights from a myriad of cities including Denver, Salt Lake, Seattle, Los Angles, San Francisco, Dallas, Huston, Nashville, Atlanta, Chicago, Washington D.C, Boston, New York, and other major cities. Guests that elect to travel on private aircraft can fly into Bozeman or Mission Field Airport (LVM), a 5700’ paved strip, in Livingston.
Ground Transfer: Guests can transfer to their accommodations one of two ways, rental vehicles or shuttle services. All the major rental carries, Hertz, Avis, National, etc. have a presence in at the Bozeman Airport. It is important that guests arrange a car well in advance of their arrival as there have been some minor inventory issues in the past. Shuttles can be easily arranged through North of Yellowstone Shuttle and Charter. They can be reached at (406) 580-2286 or booked online at https://www.northofyellowstone.com. As a backup Classic Limo of Bozeman can be reached at (406) 585-5466 or booked online at https://www.bozemanlimo.com.
Available 2022 Dates:
July July 28,29, and 30
August 11, 12, 13, and 14
Lots of Availability in September
Day Trips Booked By Front Range Anglers
We have always strived for flexibility with our day trip guests, we will adjust start times, meeting locations, and the rivers we fish to maximize time spent on the water. For beginning anglers, day trips are an excellent way to learn the basics of fly fishing from seasoned, professional guides. Our day trips can be ran as either float or wade trips on a variety of rivers including the Missouri, Yellowstone, Stillwater, and Gallatin. While our guests can request a river, we often wait to commit to that river until the trip nears to ensure the best possible fishing experience.
RATES:
Full $615/day/guide or Half $490/day/guide with two guests per guide.
WHAT’S INCLUDED: rods, reels, tackle, flies, lunch, soft drinks, water
WHAT’S NOT INCLUDED: fishing license, waders (we can arrange rentals), transportation to and from the airport, dinners, alcoholic beverages, rod fees (if applicable), and gratuities.
The Trout Tour – Custom Montana Fishing Adventure
Wet Net Outfitters strives to add value to the ever-growing market of commercial fishing trips in Montana. While many of our great competitors operate in a well defined area, we decided it was imperative to show our guests what this state has to offer. So we developed the Trout Tour featuring new water every day. Our highly capable guides will take you on a tour of small streams, grand rivers, and private waters on this custom trip. Regardless of your interests we can create a custom trip that exceeds all expectations.
Example Trip:
Day One: Stillwater River near Columbus
Day Two: Boulder River near Big Timber
Day Three: Private water on a sprawling Montana ranch
Day Four: Madison River
RATES:
$615/day/guide with 2 guests per guide.
WHAT’S INCLUDED: rods, reels, tackle, flies, lunch, soft drinks, water
WHAT’S NOT INCLUDED: fishing license, waders (we can arrange rentals), transportation to and from the airport, dinners, alcoholic beverages, rod fees (if applicable), and gratuities.
**Gratuities are incredibly important to our guides’ seasonal income. While gratuities are always at our guests discretion, they typically average $120 – $150 per day.**
Deposit and Cancelation Policy:
A 50% deposit is requested on advanced bookings, 61 or more days in advance of arrival. A full payment is requested for trips scheduled within 60 days of the time of booking. For advanced bookings secured with a deposit, the remaining balance is due in full 60 days before the trip.
A written notice of cancelation is required. Cancelation fees will be applied as follows:
For cancelations 90 days in advance of arrival, 7.5% of the reservation total will be retained by Wet Net Outfitters LLC.
For cancelations 89 to 60 days before arrival, the deposit will be retained in full by Wet Net Outfitters LLC.
For cancelations inside of 60 days before arrival, the full price of the trip will be retained by Wet Net Outfitters LLC.
Due to the advanced nature of our bookings, we must make no exceptions to our cancelation policy. Wet Net Outfitters LLC fishes rain or shine and trips are not canceled due to poor conditions. Should the weather provide an unsafe situation, Wet Net Outfitting LLC will cancel the trip and issue credit toward a future trip or a refund.
Travel Insurance
Front Range Anglers recommends all anglers to have Medical Evacuation Insurance- we recommend Global Rescue, and we HIGHLY recommend Trip Cancellation/Interruption Insurance. FOR ANY QUESTIONS PLEASE CONTACT: KIM D’[email protected] – 617.459.4200
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