Included / Not Included –
Included: Accommodations and meals at the lodge, transportation to the lodge from Idaho Falls or West Yellowstone airports, pre-dinner beverages, appetizers, guided fishing, 8% lodging tax.
Not Included: Airfare, fishing license, staff and guide gratuities, flies, fly fishing tackle.
Travel Logistics:
Arrival Information: To get to Henry’s Fork Lodge you need to make flight arrangements to Idaho Falls, Idaho.
Getting to the Lodge: The lodge provides transportation from the Idaho Falls airport 8am-8pm (see itinerary for details).
Departure Information: On your departure day you will drive back to Idaho Falls after breakfast.
Approximate Driving Times to Henry’s Fork Lodge: Idaho Falls: 1.25 hours • West Yellowstone: 45 minutes • Jackson Hole: 2 hours
Travel Cash:
As a guideline we recommend that each guest travels with approximately $400 - $600 for staff & guide gratuities, alcohol, licenses, etc.
Gratuities:
We recommend guide gratuities of between $40.00 and $60.00 per guide per day. We recommend tipping around 15% for the lodge staff as well.
Fishing Licenses:
Fishing licenses are not included. Please be prepared to pay for these with cash or credit card. See itinerary for details.
Climate:
Temperatures typically range from the mid 50’s to the mid 90’s. In the summer it is usually quite warm during the day and cool in the evening. However, it is important for guests to be prepared for cold rainy conditions throughout the season.
Medical Facilities:
The closest medical facility is in Rexburg, approximately 40 miles from the lodge. Guests have the responsibility to disclose any special medical, physical, or dietary needs to the lodge ahead of time.
Power and Communications:
WiFi service is available throughout the lodge for guests who wish to bring their laptop.
Clothing:
As the climate is extremely changeable and a wide range of temperatures and conditions can be expected, we recommend layering clothes. Anglers should be prepared with thermal underwear, fleece/soft shell jacket, and a rain jacket. Synthetic fabrics are preferred to cotton. Dress at the lodge is neat but casual.
Laundry:
The lodge has a washer and dryer available for guests to use to do their laundry at no charge.
Beverages/Alcohol:
The lodge provides wine and beer. Guests may request specific hard liquor ahead of time and the lodge will have it on-site waiting for you.
Tackle/Equipment List:
Rod: A 5 or 6 weight 9 foot rod can handle most situations
Lines: Primarily a floating line. A sinking line isn't necessary unless you plan to fish the lakes. Rental rods and waders are available if you don't have your own.
Flies: Your guide will discuss the fishing options with you. He will then pick out an appropriate selection of flies. Most clients use an average of 12 to 18 flies per day, depending on where they fish. Your guide will also assist you in selecting tackle items such as leaders, tippet and fly floatant necessary to help make your trip a success
Waders/Boots: Chest waders are a good idea during the summer and a must if coming in the early spring or fall. Often during the summer months when the temperatures are warm, light pants or shorts and sandals are fine. You should also have a hat, polarized sunglasses and sun-screen. Be prepared for bad weather. A sweater, jacket or down vest, as well as a good raincoat should be included.
