EXPLORE’S ADVENTURES
Summer is here and Montana is Open
What to Expect While Visiting Montana We are all very excited to see the change of Montana's other season, winter, into our beloved Summer. This short season is treasured by residents because we can enjoy some of our favorite warm weather activities for a brief...
Three Dollar Bridge Fishing
Three Dollar Bridge on the Madison is one of the most iconic fishing spots in the west. People travel here from all over the world to try their luck. If you are making the trip here is a bit of info that I have learned over the years about fooling these trout. The...
Camping On The Boulder – My First Experience In A Truck Camper
My experience using a truck camper for the first time while spending a weekend on the Boulder River.
Cabin Fever Cure – Spring Float
Cabin Fever Cure - Spring Float Ian Kennedy May 4th 2020Spring is a great time to hit the water. Especially in these times where social distancing is a must. Saturday was the day! A float on the Madison was the cure for being cooped up for weeks! With rods and dogs...
Keeping busy during detention
Outside Thoughts I'm sure you are aware of our current crisis. Cities and businesses are closing down for the unforeseeable future, and guidelines for keeping distance from each other leaves the individual to wonder what to do on any given day. This Lockdown...
Staying Sane While Social Distancing
It is week two of social distancing here in Bozeman, MT and it seems like every day the same question comes up. What can we do today while still following the social distancing protocol? We have created a list of activities to help keep you sane while social distancing.
Reasons We Love Montana Summers
Seasons come and seasons go. Luckily for us, they come back. Summer in many parts of Montana feels like it can pass overnight. In 2019 it certainly felt that way. Spring and early summer were wet. Flowers and veggies bloomed late. Warm weather didn't start until...
Important Pieces for a DIY Montana Elk Hunt
What you need on your next Montana Elk Hunt Everyone has specific needs while hunting, so my pack and your pack may vary a little. Personally, comfortablility is key. If I don't have a place to stay warm and dry, I will not make it through the hunt....
Smith River April 2019
Life Between Walls April 19, 2019, we arrived at Camp Baker around 7:30am to a couple of small campfires and strangers drinking their morning coffee. After paying our floater's fees, selecting our campsites for the three nights, listening to our safety meeting, and...
Droppin Honkers
On a last ditch effort to knock some geese out of the sky, we headed North towards Great Falls on a hot tip from the boss.
CAMPING HACKS AND GEAR REVIEWS
Rental Spotting Scopes for Yellowstone National Park
Is a Spotting Scope Needed for Yellowstone For those of you that have not had the pleasure to enjoy one of America's greatest national parks, you need to start packing for your trip to Yellowstone National Park. There is a variety of geysers and thermal activity,...
Rental Spotting Scopes for Yellowstone
Rental spotting scopes for Yellowstone, as well as binoculars, and telephoto lenses in Bozeman, MT.
Game Changer: Alps Ready Lite Cot
It has been quite a while that a new camping product has come on the market that is an actual game changer.
September is Here
We now have premium Vortex binoculars and spotting scopes for rent!
Vortex Optics Now Available for Rent
Rental Vortex spotting scopes and binoculars at Explore Rentals in Bozeman.
Rental Backpacks Now in Stock!
By popular request, Explore Rentals is now stocking rental backpacks and trekking poles.
Guying Out a Tent
Guying Out a tent is essential for assisting your tents wind integrity and overall ability to shun the elements.
How to Choose a Sleeping Pad
Gone are the days of a simple closed cell foam pad or a Therm-a-rest that is guaranteed to leak.
Camping in Glacier National Park
Bozeman is an great spot to start your summer adventures!
Camping in Yellowstone National Park
Summer is fast approaching, which means it is time to start planning.
FISHING REPORTS AROUND BIG SKY
Three Dollar Bridge Fishing
Three Dollar Bridge on the Madison is one of the most iconic fishing spots in the west. People travel here from all over the world to try their luck. If you are making the trip here is a bit of info that I have learned over the years about fooling these trout. The...
Cabin Fever Cure – Spring Float
Cabin Fever Cure - Spring Float Ian Kennedy May 4th 2020Spring is a great time to hit the water. Especially in these times where social distancing is a must. Saturday was the day! A float on the Madison was the cure for being cooped up for weeks! With rods and dogs...
Winter Fly Fishing on the Madison
The Madison River, an anglers play ground. Given that average temperatures were in the low 20's with high winds for the last couple of weeks, what should two guys do on their day off? Fish!!!! Yes, Bryce and I watched the weather like hawks for days and finally a...
Summer Fishing in Montana
Summer Time Fishing in Montana Here in Montana summer time is fishing time. As spring runoff runs its course the rivers in Southwest Montana start to clear up and slow down. This means that the fishing heats up as rainbow, brown and cutthroat trout begin...
Bozeman Raft Rentals
RAFTS FOR RENT IN BOZEMAN, MONTANA Explore Rentals is your one-stop shop for raft rentals in Bozeman, Montana. From boats, to dry bags, water filters, and paco pads, we have everything you need to make your river trip a once in a lifetime adventure. At Explore, we...
Winter fishing in Montana
January in Bozeman can be fickle regarding optimal skiing conditions.
First Time Drifter
We took out Explore’s NRS Freestone Drifter and it was perfect for what we needed.
Dog Days of Summer
Here’s some local advice on the waters in Montana
Fishing Report 5/20- Beaverhead River
Most experienced anglers in Montana can be found taking a brief respite from their fishing during this time of the year.
Missouri River – Below the Dams
Recently, a few fisher-folk and I went fishing for Rainbow Trout on the Missouri River.
TRAVEL TIPS AND TRICKS
Car Rental Bozeman Airport
Renting a car at The Bozeman Airport The Bozeman Airport is the starting block for Montana adventures. Explore Rentals offers not only superior rental cars for visitors arriving at BZN but also great service and convenience. There are numerous on-airport rental...
Snowmeggedon: Why snow tires matter in winter
A 2018 Dodge Pick-up, 4×4, ends up in the ditch. Having 4wd doesn’t matter if you have bad tires.
Vehicle Rental vs. Shuttles to Big Sky, MT
Vehicle Rental vs. Shuttles Renting a guaranteed 4-wheel drive or all-wheel drive vehicle for your upcoming trip to Big Sky can seem like an expensive option to add to your vacation costs. However when comparing the price and connivence compared to a shuttle service...
Summer is here and Montana is Open
What to Expect While Visiting Montana We are all very excited to see the change of Montana's other season, winter, into our beloved Summer. This short season is treasured by residents because we can enjoy some of our favorite warm weather activities for a brief...
A letter from the owner.
6/2/2020 Montana is back open for business. We are thrilled to be getting back in to the swing of things, but we are honestly scared as well. Cases of COVID in Montana are nearly non-existent right now; and we would like to keep it that way. At Explore Rentals...
15 Things To Do In Big Sky This Winter
With unlimited access to outdoor recreation, Big Sky offers something for people of all ages to enjoy. We have created a list of the top 15 things to do around Big Sky in the winter.
Best Lunch Spots Near The Bozeman Airport
Chances are you have just arrived at the Bozeman Yellowstone International Airport and you’re going to want to know where to eat. The choices are endless and we have narrowed down the top places to eat near the airport!
Top 10 Things to do in Bozeman in October
Bozeman in October is a great time of year! Here are our Top-10 Things to Do in and around the Bozeman area.
Buying vs. Renting Bear Spray
Renting bear spray reduces environment impact as well as costs to Yellowstone visitors.
The Bozelander
Overland vehicle rentals available April 1!