Posted: May 26th, 2009 by Karsten
Mother Nature certainly had Montana paddlers in mind over Memorial Day weekend as she mixed up an outstanding concoction of sunny skies and premium whitewater. Adrenaline junkies and eager spectators thirsty for a taste of Ma Nature’s latest home brew descended on Bigfork, MT this weekend for the Bigfork Whitewater Festival. Paddlers reveled in classic class IV whitewater on the Swan River’s “Wild Mile” and on-lookers cheered and jeered from the sun-baked banks of the river.
Glacier Outdoor Center was on hand all weekend to provide demo kayaks and canoes as well as a daily fix of live bluegrass. Missoula’s “Rich & Rare” brought foot stompin’ tunes to the demo tent all afternoon… not to mention the wee hours of the morning. It was a good ol’ fashioned Montana hoedown and we can’t wait to do it again next year!!
Boats and Gear Galore!
Boats + Bluegrass = Summertime Perfection
RC and Karsten talk strategy before a heated slalom duel.
Val charging his Jefe below "The Big Drop"
RT and the Remix, searching for the next gate.
Posted: April 9th, 2009 by Carl
George on the White Salmon
Here’s one of our guides out playing on the White Salmon. If you see him, get our paddle back.
Posted: April 8th, 2009 by Carl
Here’s some photos of one of our guides brewing beer at the Flathead Lake Brewing Company in Woods Bay, MT right on Flathead Lake. The owner of FLB Terry Leonard, was kind enough to allow Carl to help brew a batch of Saison. The best part was the quality testing that goes on at the end of the day. Check out FLB and grab a white cap, or if you’re up to it, a Roy’s IIPA, but be careful with that one. Woods Bay is a great stop on your way to or from Glacier National Park after rafting or fishing with us.
Posted: April 6th, 2009 by Carl
First Drop
Castle Lake
Here’s some photos of an Upper Middle Fork trip I took last year with the McCrane family. We had an awesome time and it sounds like we’re going to do it again this year. Call now to book this four day Bob Marshall experience. We are offering 15% discounts for Upper trips booked for the month of June! That is a deal we probably won’t be able to talk Darwon into again, so jump on it now. June is excellent for whitewater. http://glacierraftco.com/specials.htm
Posted: March 23rd, 2009 by Carl
Glacier Raft is now offering a guide school and river rescue and education courses. We are certified with Rescue 3 International and the American Canoe Association.
Offerings:
- Six day guide school of ACA curriculum for anyone who would like to guide professionally.
- Two day river running course, which teaches the basics of reading and running water and river safety.
- Two day course that goes over advanced techniques and extended trip planning.
- Whitewater Rescue Technician course with Rescue 3 International.
- We will also be developing a river sense class for kids to develop safe users.
Check it all out on our website
Posted: February 3rd, 2009 by Carl
Here’s a glimpse of Darwon’s training routine with Hunter. He’s getting ready to show the public what he can do! If you care to take him on, he will be accepting challengers February 21st and 22nd for our next dog skijoring race. A portion of the proceeds goes to benefit the Montana Humane Society! Call now to register (406)888-5454
Posted: January 23rd, 2009 by Rachel
Take your dog skiing for a cause! Our Skijor Race and Demos on Feb 21 and 22 will be a benefit for the Humane Society of Northwest Montana. 40% of race fees ($25/ team) and 100% of dog trail passes ($2/ dog) will go to the dogs! Enter a team or just take a cruse on our groomed trails with your dog– either way, everyone benefits!
You do not need any experience. Skijor equipment is free to use for the race weekend on our trails. Spectators are welcome! Registration accepted until noon on the 21st; racing strats aroud 1pm. Humane Society volunteers will be on hand to answer questions about adoption and donations; and, they will be accompanied by some great dogs that are looking for homes– and better yet, a skijor partner!
Advanced registration recomended. Free practice for registered racers the week prior to the race. Call for more information! Bring a friend!
Posted: January 14th, 2009 by Carl
Happy Valentine
Two hearts ski as on on February 14th. Grab your sweetheart or friend and come out to Glacier Outdoor Center’s Nordic Trails.
Posted: January 13th, 2009 by Carl
February 15th and 16th are the Glacier Outdoor Center’s Family Days! All kids 17 & under get free rentals and trail passes! Bring the family out to Glacier Outdoor Center for the long President’s Day weekend. Don’t forget the pooch, we’ve got skijoring equipment for your furry friend.
Posted: October 29th, 2008 by Carl
Glacier Outdoor Center is pleased to announce that we offer a daily ski report. This report contains vital information for visitors to the Glacier National Park area. Everything from temperature, to snow pack, to a sweet pic of the day is readily available to anyone interested in visiting Glacier for a day of skiing or snowshoeing.
Click here for our Daily Snow Conditions Report.
