Celebration Details
September 12-16, 2024
Slow down this September to savor nature’s alchemy – namely aged spirits and fly fishing where a river runs through it. Join us as we revel in first-class cuisine, casting and telling fish tales over a fine whiskey or two. In addition to The Ranch’s all-inclusive dining, activities, luxury accommodations and amenities, this weekend’s special events include fly tying lessons; fly fishing challenges; a whiskey barrel filling party; and a multi-course, farm-to-table bourbon pairing dinner featuring Jefferson’s Bourbon.
The Ranch is deeply committed to sustainability, so all events will adhere to sustainable fishing practices designed to keep our Blue Ribbon trout stream thriving.
- Adults only weekend
- Standard RC Inclusions: luxury accommodations; all meals; premium wine, beer, spirits and other beverages; a selection of gear and on-ranch activities; round-trip transportation facilitated to and from Missoula and Butte airports upon request.
- Rates start at $3,400 per accommodation, per night, based on standard occupancy, plus 23% Ranch Fee.
- Minimum four-night stay, based on availability.
- Please note that all events are subject to change due to safety and weather.
2023 Whiskey & Water Itinerary
Sample itineraries provide an example. Customized itineraries are crafted for each party by our Ranch Ambassadors.
Thursday, September 14
7:30-10 AM
Walk to Breakfast in the Buckle Barn
Morning Activity
11:30 AM-2 PM
Walk to Lunch in the Buckle Barn
Afternoon Activity
5:30-7 PM
Barrel Filling Social Hour with Jefferson’s Bourbon
6-8 PM
Casting Carnival
6:30-9 PM
Chef’s Grill on the Granite Lodge Flagstone with Live Music
Friday, September 15
7:30-10 AM
Walk to Breakfast in the Buckle Barn
Morning Activity or
9 AM
Flylander – One Fly Fishing Competition
11:30 AM-2 PM
Walk to Lunch in the Buckle Barn
Afternoon Activity or
2 PM
Whiskey Ridge Hike
4-6 PM
Garden to Glass on the Granite Lodge Flagstone
5-7 PM
Social Hour
6-9 PM
Bourbon Tasting Dinner in the Granite Lodge Dining Room
Saturday, September 16
7:30-10 AM
Walk to Breakfast in the Buckle Barn
Morning Activity
12-2 PM
A River Runs Through Lunch
Afternoon Activity
4-6 PM
Bourbon Tasting & Dry Rub Bar with Jefferson’s Reserve
5-7 PM
Wagon Rides Social Hour
6-9 PM
Dinner & Barn Dance
Sunday, September 17
7:30-10 AM
Walk to Breakfast in the Buckle Barn
Morning Activity or
10 AM
Paint & Sip with John Piacquadio of ZenFlyArt and Bloody Mary Bar
11:30 AM-2 PM
Walk to Lunch in the Buckle Barn
Afternoon Activity or
2 PM
Respite on Rock Creek
5:30-7 PM
Fly Tying Expo Social Hour in the Great Room
6-9 PM
Stockmen’s Supper in the Granite Lodge Dining Room
