Bighorn Angler Under New Ownership

With remodeled lodge rooms, a new web site, online store, and Orvis-authorized guide services, Montana-based Bighorn Angler is carrying on 30 years of tradition and customer satisfaction under the new ownership of veteran guides Pete Shanafelt and Steve Galletta.

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Bighorn Angler Fly Shop & Lodge
PO BOX 7578
Fort Smith, MT 59035
406.666.2233
[email protected]
bighornangler.com

Bighorn Angler under New Ownership

Fly Shop & Lodge Renovated; New Website and Online Store Launched; Newest Orvis Endorsed Operation

Fort Smith, MT, October 9, 2012: On June 15 veteran Montana guides Pete Shanafelt and Steve Galletta purchased the Bighorn Angler Fly Shop & Lodge.  Numerous improvements to both the fly shop & lodge have already been made, in an attempt to provide their customers with the best service and experience possible while fishing the Bighorn River.

Bighorn Angler Fly Shop & Lodge
The Bighorn Angler was established 30 years ago as the first and premier shop on the Bighorn River.  In an attempt to carry on the long standing tradition of quality and service the following improvement have been made:

• Remodeled Lodge Rooms – Fully renovated rooms now feature tile showers, new bedding, new towels and new a/c units, along with a host of other updates.
• Fly Shop – Our fly shop has received many updates along with numerous new products. The Bighorn Angler now hosts the best selection of fly patterns on the Bighorn River.
• Orvis Endorsed Outfitter – The Bighorn Angler is now a fully stocked Orvis Authorized dealer and guide service.
• New Website & Online Store – We have recently re-launched our website in an effort to make it easier and more efficient for our guests to plan for and book trips on the Bighorn River.  We have also introduced a brand new online store which will allow anglers the ability to purchase everything needed to fish the Bighorn River and beyond!

Offering guided float trips, rental boats, lodging and a full service fly shop, the Bighorn Angler offers fly fisherman everything they need to experience one of the world’s greatest trout fisheries.  For more information, contact Pete Shanafelt or Steve Galletta at the Bighorn Angler in Fort Smith, Montana at 406.666.2233 or [email protected].