Special Experiences · Winter

Winter Spring Creek Special

DePuy’s & Armstrong’s · Paradise Valley · Livingston, Montana

Stable spring-fed flows

$550 all-in (rod fee included)

Book Winter Spring Creek Special — All-Inclusive Call/Text: (406) 224-8972

Winter is condition-based. If a different day or creek will fish better, you’ll hear that first.

Booking note: trip confirmations and payments run through BrindleShoot. Winter dates stay flexible so we can plan around the best light and conditions.

Why this special One price, no surprises. Your $550 includes the private ranch rod fee (usually a separate add-on), plus a winter-ready plan: best-time-of-day scheduling, rigging help, and warm-up pacing built in.

Want the why behind it? Read the blog: Why Spring Creeks Make Better Anglers

Quiet Water · Technical Fishing · Best Winter Value

Winter is one of the best seasons on the Paradise Valley spring creeks. The water stays steady, the crowds thin out, and trout settle into slow, predictable winter lanes. If you enjoy quiet, technical fishing and clean drifts, this is when these creeks really shine.

This is the kind of day people book for the experience and the challenge, not because everything needs to be easy. Soft light, calm water, and time to fish at a slower, more focused pace.

Why Winter on the Spring Creeks Is So Good

Winter strips the creeks down to what matters: water clarity, trout position, and presentation. Without the summer pace and pressure, you get room to slow down, fish well, and actually see what’s happening.

Most guests walk away saying the same thing: it felt like a private lesson and a great fishing day at the same time.

What you’re really buying: private water + an all-in rate + a calmer day built around the best winter window.

What the day feels like

Quiet water and very light angling pressure
More time on each run and each fishy lane
Cleaner drifts and more deliberate presentations
Warm-up breaks built into the pacing
Coaching that makes spring creeks click

Why it’s reliable

Stable, spring-fed flows
Consistent water temperatures
Predictable winter holding water
Clear water and sight opportunities when conditions line up

Trip Details

Trip Details, Timing, and What’s Included

Winter Rate: $550 (All-Inclusive)

This winter special includes the full guided day and the private ranch rod fee for DePuy’s or Armstrong’s. It’s one simple, all-in price. In other seasons, spring creek trips require an additional rod fee paid to the ranch. In winter, I take care of that for you.

Simple booking benefit: no add-ons, no surprises. If you’re comparing options, this makes the decision easy.

Timing

Winter days focus on mid-day light and comfortable temperatures rather than early starts. We aim for the window when the fish, the light, and the air temperature line up.

What’s Included

Guided fishing on DePuy’s or Armstrong’s (based on conditions)
Private ranch rod fee (included for winter trips)
Rods, reels, leaders, and flies
Waders and boots if needed
Lunch and hot drinks
Winter-focused instruction
Cold weather support and layering tips
Winter packing list after booking

We fish slow lanes where trout group up, watch for rising fish and sight shots, and build in warm-up breaks throughout the day.

Why Fish With Swan’s

Why Book With A Local Livingston Guide

On-the-water winter experience on DePuy’s and Armstrong’s
Real-time condition updates
Owner-operated outfitter (no surprise guides)
Calm, patient instruction for all skill levels
Honest planning based on how it’s fishing

Winter is about timing and honesty. If a different day or plan will fish better, you’ll hear that before we ever step in the water.

Winter Booking

Flexible Winter Booking

Easy rescheduling if weather turns
No strict summer-style cancellation rules
Payment is taken the day of the trip, before we are on the water

Winter Trip FAQ

Start time

Mid-morning. We fish the best light and the warmest part of the day.

How cold is it?

It can be winter-cold. We plan warm-up breaks, provide hot drinks, and talk layering ahead of time.

Beginners

Yes. Winter can be a great classroom: slower pace, controlled drifts, and time to learn.

Where we fish

DePuy’s and Armstrong’s near Livingston. We pick the creek that matches conditions and your goals.

What should I bring?

Warm layers, hat, gloves, and good socks. After booking, I’ll send a simple packing list tailored to the forecast.

Recent Winter Spring Creek Results

Recent guests have taken advantage of the Winter Spring Creek Special and had very successful days on the water. This is a great time of year to experience the spring creeks: steady flows, fewer people, and trout holding in predictable lanes.