More info coming on guest speakers:
- June 19-21 – with Mark Albers – retired BLM land manager of the Missouri Breaks and Montana American Rivers field office director and fun! Mark has a wealth of knowledge about history, conservation and public land stewarship.
- Aug 6 – 8 with Joel Meier – Professor Emeritus, Indiana University – Recreation, Park, and Tourism Studies and The University of Montana – Recreation Management, and Associate Dean, College of Forestry and Conservation. In addition to LCTA guide L & C historical interpretations, Joel will be discussing topics around Wilderness and the importance of outdoor recreation. Currently enjoys being a ski, kayak and motorcycle bum around the world.
Jeff Leroy – 4-day Trip
June 26-29
As a retired army colonel, Jeff brings a unique perspective to our tours offering a view of the Corps of Discovery through a military lens. The Lewis & Clark Expedition was, after all, an army operation. Jeff combines his love of history, knowledge of the expedition and military background to provide campfire discussions and share historical stories while maximizing the guest experience for adventure on the river. Jeff spent 30 years in the Army and Army Reserve while also embarking on a corporate career with Procter & Gamble where he has worked in communications, public relations and media procurement. He is both a former radio show host and local elected official who is passionate about selfless service and lifelong learning. Jeff earned a degree in International Relations from West Point and holds a Masters Degree in Strategic Studies from the U.S. Army War College.
Missouri River – 4-Day
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Ralph White – 4-day Trip
July 31 – Aug 3
Ralph brings a long-standing interest in American History and a love of the landscape of Montana to LCTA. Growing up in Virginia, and then attending the College of William & Mary, in Williamsburg, fueled a life-long interest in history. In Washington, Ralph attended Catholic University Law School, worked as a Senate Committee staffer, and recently retired from the Government Accountability Office. Ralph offers a perspective of the Expedition as President Jefferson’s vision of a scientific, diplomatic, and cultural mission, hashed out with Merriwether Lewis in the President’s House, while Lewis worked as the President’s secretary, sole staffer, and housemate. In addition to the history of the expedition, Ralph enjoys sharing the same wonder about the Missouri River and Montana landscape that animated the expedition’s journals more than 200 years ago.
Missouri River – 4-Day
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Author Stephenie Ambrose Tubbs
July 15-17
Paddle the Wild & Scenic Upper Missouri with Stephenie Ambrose-Tubbs, celebrated author, outdoor enthusiast and daughter of the late Stephen Ambrose. Uncover the layers of history, most notably, the cross continental journey of Lewis & Clark with fellow guest who share the same quest for knowledge and adventure.
Stephen Ambrose’s book, Undaunted Courage, has inspired many to paddle this section of the Missouri River also known as The White Cliffs. You’ll camp where they camped, see what they saw and learn about their trip through Stephenie’s engaging discussions, breadth of knowledge and inspiring love of the rivers and lands of the Lewis & Clark Trail. Stephenie Ambrose Tubbs is author of The Lewis and Clark Companion; An Encyclopedic Guide to the Voyage of Discovery, and Why Sacagawea Deserves the Day Off; Lessons from the Lewis and Clark Trail.
Lectures nationally about her experiences and observations on the Lewis and Clark Trail which she first followed in 1976 with her father, bestselling author Stephen Ambrose. In addition to working with the Lewis and Clark Trail Adventures for the past decade, Stephenie serves as chair on the Lewis and Clark Trust Inc. a non-profit aimed at preserving the Trail and all of its aspects through conservation and education. She is on the Board of the Montana Preservation Alliance and the advisory council of the American Prairie Reserve. Recently had the pleasure of working with National Georgraphic/Linblad ‘s ship, the Sea Lion, on the Columbia River. Holds two degrees in History from the University of Montana and currently is collaborating on book in commemoration of the 150th anniversary of the Montana Historical Society.
Missouri River – 3-Day
Missouri River Itinerary 3-day
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Kevin O’Briant – 3-day Missouri River and 3-day Lolo Trail
2025 Date TBD
Missouri River – 3-Day
Missouri River Itinerary 3-day
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Lolo Trail – 3-Day
2025 Date TBD – booked separately & optional addition to the Missouri River Canoe Trip
More info on our Lolo Trail Hiking Trips
Founders Trip – 3-day Trip
2026 Date TBD
Join Wayne & Gia for some L&C history, stories from 30+ years of outfitting and thier favorite river cuisine. More info coming!
Missouri River – 3-Day
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