Every summer, Lewis & Clark Trail Adventures puts on trips with special guests who provide detailed commentary on the historical significance of the geography of the trips. These trips receive rave reviews from the participants and are always a top draw so book early. Our guest speakers are subject to change.
Guest Speakers: History, Flora & Fauna, Music, Gourmet Cuisine
Lolo Trail Commemorative Trek
Trek across the Bitterroots in the foot steps that Lewis and Clark blazed 200 years ago. This unique Lewis and Clark Adventure will retrace the original route over the Lolo Trail on the exact dates as the Lewis & Clark expedition.
The Meriwethers on the Missouri River
Determined to infuse their daily lives with the spirit of exploration, the Meriwethers offer their multi-media musical interpretation of the Lewis & Clark expedition to audiences of all ages. Combining original songs, props, storytelling and historical readings, a Meriwethers shows are a uniquely immersive experience you won’t soon forget!
Missouri River Canoe Trip with Guest Naturalists
Join us for a 4-day trip through the white cliffs the Missouri River. Their passion for the wild outdoors and environmental education has led to work with in a variety of outdoor excursions. Interests in geology, birds, and backpacking have led to adventures throughout Montana’s varied landscape.
Missouri River Canoe trip with Ray Risho
Travel with Ray Risho and his team through the White Cliffs of the Missouri River Breaks and paddle to a new culinary port at the end of each day. Afternoon lectures given by Ray on the featured cuisine of the day. Daily cooking demonstration with handout recipes
Missouri River Canoe Trip with Bruce Mihelish
Paddle, Hike and Discover the past in honor of Ritchie Doyle with Bruce Mihelish – Historical Interpretive Specialist. History and sense of adventure come to life. Experience and learn about the Lewis & Clark expedition in way only possible by actually retracing their journey.
Missouri River Canoe Trip with Stephenie Ambrose-Tubbs
Paddle the Wild & Scenic Upper Missouri with Stephenie Ambrose-Tubbs, celebrated author and outdoor enthusiast. 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.
Salmon River Whitewater Rafting with Brendan Leonard
Adventure writer and master of unconventional / modern literary arts, Brendan will lead this unique writing workshop on the Main Salmon River, through the heart of the rugged Idaho wilderness. Our emphasis will be the discovery and review of elements of craft that writers can put to use, irrespective of subject matter. Established and emerging writers of all genres are encouraged to apply. Journalists, university writing students, science writers, creative writers, and environmental writers will certainly find this workshop valuable. There is no prerequisite of publication or formal writing education.
The Archaeology of the Upper Missouri River Breaks National Monument
Spend three days paddling through the wild and scenic White Cliffs section of the Upper Missouri Breaks National Monument in north-central Montana with PaleoSystems archaeologist Kevin O’Briant.