We have a permit for April 22 on the Smith.
Trying to make backup plans in case the river is closed due to ice.
We have a group of 10 that are all die hard fly fishermen, not so much whitewater enthusiasts.
Most of us live in the Flathead valley from Polson up to Whitefish.
Trying to make a backup plan for another 5 day float if the Smith doesn't work out.
The NF of the flathead river seems like the logical float, except that most of us have floated various portions of the river already, so the excitement wouldn't be that great for the group. I've only been up as far as Polebridge, so border down would still be pretty cool.
Too early for Schaefter Meadows/ Middle fork trip?
Blackfoot river down to Missoula?
Missouri river from the Dam down?
