Distance
~1.5 Miles
Elevation Gain
0 Feet
Difficulty
Easy
Cost Per Person
$325
Hike Overview
July 13-15, 2026
Ages: 11-13
This camp is great for beginner fly-fishing kiddos! We will cover all of the basic skills a new fly angler needs, explore basic stream ecology and fish ID, and, most importantly, we will spend time on the water fishing for some of Northwest Montana’s most iconic fish species. Fly fishing in Glacier National Park is a wonderful family activity, start your kids off early with this introductory course! Register fast before this opportunity wriggles away!
Introduction to Fly Fishing Camp | 3-Day Camp
Hike Overview Continued
July 13-15, 2026
Ages: 11-13
This camp is great for beginner fly-fishing kiddos! We will cover all of the basic skills a new fly angler needs, explore basic stream ecology and fish ID, and, most importantly, we will spend time on the water fishing for some of Northwest Montana’s most iconic fish species. Fly fishing in Glacier National Park is a wonderful family activity, start your kids off early with this introductory course! Register fast before this opportunity wriggles away!
Meeting Place: Glacier Institute Big Creek Outdoor Education Center, 6500 N Fork Rd, Polebridge, MT 59928
Check-in: 3:00 p.m.
Check-out: 1:00 p.m.
What’s Included in your Trip Fee: All meals, lodging, transportation, and fun!
**A valid Montana fishing license is required for all campers 12 years and older. You can purchase a 2-day license for the camp dates or a full 2026 season fishing license at http://fwp.mt.gov/fish/license/ (Montana Fish, Wildlife & Parks website).
**Please let us know as soon as possible if your child has any special requirements (dietary, medical, physical, etc.) so we may meet their needs. You may send snacks with your child, but all food must be stored in special bins in the Mess Hall to avoid any curious critters visiting our bunkhouses.
What to Expect On Your Fly Fishing Camp | 3 Day Camp
This camp is great for beginner fly-fishing kiddos! We will cover all of the basic skills a new fly angler needs, explore basic stream ecology and fish ID, and, most importantly, we will spend time on the water fishing for some of Northwest Montana’s most iconic fish species. Fly fishing in Glacier National Park is a wonderful family activity, start your kids off early with this introductory course! Register fast before this opportunity wriggles away!
* Trails listed are subject to change due to trail closure, weather, trail conditions, or wildlife.
Hike Details
- This Glacier Institute program meets at Big Creek Outdoor Education Center, 6500 N Fork Rd, Polebridge, MT 59928
- The program will begin 3:00 p.m. on day 1 and ends at 1:00 p.m. on the final day. Please arrive 15 minutes early.
- Current Montana Fishing License, you can purchase one at ols.fwp.mt.gov
- There is a maximum number of 13 campers per camp.
- This program has a minimum guest count of 3 people. In the unlikely case we don’t reach that number, you will be notified prior to the event.
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What to Bring
We spend as much time as possible outside in the sun, rain, snow, wind, and mud, and there are a few important gear items you are going to need. Labeling your belongings with your name is a fantastic way to make sure they all make it home with you. We do not have the ability to do laundry at our facility, so please pack accordingly.
Please follow the below link for a full packing list.