Montana Campout
June 19-22, 2025
Summer camp for the Women Who Explore Community!
BOOKING IS LIVE!
For as long as we can remember, it has been a goal to host a HUGE outdoor women's camping event and this summer IT IS HAPPENING!! Women Who Explore will be hosting a women's summer camp at a private 400-acre ranch in Eureka, Montana from June 19-22, 2025. There will be camping and some glamping, games and giveaways, educational workshop and skill building classes, activities, river floats, movie nights and more!
LOCATION: TOBACCO RIVER RANCH
EUREKA, MONTANA
Welcome to big sky country! We chose the location of Tobacco River Ranch to host our first ever Summer Camp for a few reasons. First, it’s gorgeous. The photos don’t even really do it justice! Second, we really hit it off with the owners, Nikki and Karl, after the first phone call. Karl has always dreamed of hosting an event on his property that supports women. Nikki will also be leading our Summer Solstice Celebration for us. Third, this area of Montana is packed full of adventure and epic landscapes, but is still has a quiet charm. This property even connects to Rails to Trails. Last, this location met just about all of our requirements: 1.5 hours or less from an international airport, cabin and camping options, ability to book entire property, space to hold simultaneous classes, stunning landscapes, easy access to outdoor spaces to explore, water.
We had more requirements, but we won’t bore you with the details! Needless to say, this property is amazing and we can’t wait to share this experience with all of you. While visiting Tobacco River Ranch you should know that this is an actual working ranch complete with all the equipment and animals. The owners are working hard to restore their section of the Tobacco River to its original state so be mindful of wild plant life. They also ask that events are as plastic/waste free as possible! We’ll have more details on that below, but it’s just another reason why we love this property.
About Eureka
Eureka is located on Highway 93, a scenic one hour drive north from Whitefish/Kalispell. Eureka is the perfect postcard for the rural Montana lifestyle. The small downtown has a handful of restaurants and stores filled with friendly faces and lots of summer time events - from the weekly farmers market, to the Amish auction, to Rendezvous Days parades, The Quilt Show, County Fair and Bull Thing, there's great activities for all ages. And we're walking/biking distance to the Historical Village, downtown Eureka, and the County Fairgrounds - but far enough away from the roads that you won't see or hear them!
Photos provided by Tobacco River Ranch
SLEEPING OPTIONS
BYOT (Bring Your Own Tent) - $725
Your first option is to bring all your own gear! There are various areas we will have available for this option AND it is the most plentiful of options! For this option, this means you bring your own tent, sleeping pad, sleeping bag, chair and all other camp gear needed for this weekend. All your gear must fit within a 10x10ft designated spot. Please note you are able to have your own cooler for drinks and basic snacks, but cooking is not allowed. All meals will be provided.
BYOV - (Bring Your Own Van/Vehicle) - $725
For this option, we have an area to park your vehicle that you are sleeping in.
Purchasing this spot includes space for one person in a van or vehicle which they will sleep in with a maximum length of 25 feet or less. This can include regular passenger vehicles, vans, rooftop tents, trailers or RVs. This is dry camping. Water, electricity and dumping is not available or included in this site. There is access to water and electricity in the community spaces.
If you are sharing a van/vehicle with a friend for the camp out, as their travel companion you would also choose this option for your booking.
VIP River Glamp camp - $1200
This option are for those of you that want the camping experience, but maybe can’t travel with all the gear or just don’t want the hassle of setting up! Or friends at DoD Outdoors have provided some amazing tents for us to utilize beside the river.
Our VIP Glamp Camp is in a more secluded space nestled next to the Tobacco River providing ample shade. There is also direct access to the river bank and private bathroom at camp.
This includes space for one person in our VIP GLAMP CAMP. Each glamping tent is a shared space. When you register for this space, you are purchasing one spot in the tent which will be shared with one other guests. This spot also comes with a sleeping pad, sleeping bag, and camp chair. The beds will be assigned on a first come basis. Please note that the camp is situated next to the river and you will need to walk up hill to the community space and events. There will be a wagon available to help haul your personal stuff to camp.
This area does not have electricity and does not have private bathroom facilities. Bathroom facilities will be shared.
Example of tents below supplied by DoD Outdoors (not pictured in Montana River Area).
Chimaki Village (provided by DoD Outdoors)
Pyramid Tent M (provided by DoD Outdoors)
Moto 1Pull Tent (provided by DoD Outdoors)
Tsuku Base Tent (provided by DoD Outdoors)
CABIN OPTIONS
We have 6 different options for fully furnished accommodations that include a glamping tent, a vintage airstream, and 4 primitive cabins (only 1 includes electricity). No cabins have their own bathroom facilities. Each come with 1 hot shower token per occupant. Please read through the descriptions carefully before booking. Reserving a cabin is for ONE guest only and shared occupancy with a friend or another guest must be booked separately.
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Glamping = Glamorous Camping. Let us handle the set up, you're here to relax! The Belle tent sits up on a knoll surrounded by trees and rock formations overlooking the Tobacco River. A shady patio, a hammock, and a comfortable queen bed along with two twin beds make this an ideal glamping quarters!
This is a shared space with one queen bed and two twin beds. When you register for this space, you are purchasing one spot in the tent which will be shared with two other guests. The beds will be assigned on a first come basis. Please note that the tent is situated up on a hill with uneven terrain. You'll trade a very short steepish uphill walk for beautiful vistas and more privacy. There will be a wagon available to help haul your stuff up.
This unit does not have electricity and does not have private bathroom facilities. Bathroom facilities will be shared. Your reservation does include bedding, towels, and one hot shower per occupant in the cabin during the weekend.
The owner asks you to remove shoes in this unit, ...the location makes this one harder to keep clean...and they are Virgos, so they have high standards and the struggle is real! =)
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The Globetrotter is a restored 1960's Airstream with a comfortable full size bed with an additional fold out bed for a child. This unit is located in the VIP River Glamp Camp area near the river, tucked into trees for shade, you can watch wildlife and stargaze from the comfort and seclusion of your own camper.
The airstream is available to be booked for one adult. If you would like to share the airstream with a friend (please note that means you are also sharing a full size bed), you can add them on as a double occupancy add-on registration. Maximum of 2 adults in this unit.
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Built in 2022, this brand new tiny A-frame cabin is next-level for an indoor/outdoor camping experience. The side wall opens up to the sitting area which includes a hammock, and this unit is RIGHT next to the Tobacco River. Be lulled to sleep with the beautiful sound of the flowing river and birds that love this area. This cabin is located in front of the VIP Glamping area.
This is a private one room A-frame cabin with one queen bed. When you register for this cabin, your registration is for one person only. A maximum of 2 people may occupy the cabin. If you would like to share the cabin with a friend (please note that means you are also sharing a queen bed), they can be added to your cabin by signing up as a Double Occupancy Add-on Registration.
This unit does offer a space to add one small cot or twin air mattress next to the window wall that opens. Please note an extra bed will occupy most of the free space in the cabin. Any additional bedding items are not included in the registration and would be supplied on your own if needed. This unit has a maximum of 2 adults.
This unit does not have electricity and does not have private bathroom facilities. Bathroom facilities will be shared. Your reservation does include bedding, towels, and one hot shower per occupant in the cabin during the weekend.
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Originally an old forest service logger's cabin, The Ranch Hand was refurbished with lots of love, and this structure found it's retirement home at the Tobacco River Ranch perched high on the hillside with epic views of the Canadian Rockies and the Tobacco River. Please note this cabin is located on a hill, a "small" hill, but it is a 50 foot walk up to the cabin. A wagon will be provided to haul your belongings to the cabin.
This is a private one room cabin with one queen bed, ceiling to floor windows and a private deck overlooking the Tobacco River. When you register for this cabin, your registration is for one person only. A maximum of 2 people may occupy the cabin. If you would like to share the cabin with a friend (please note that means you are also sharing a queen bed), they can be added to your cabin by signing up as a Double Occupancy Add-on Registration.
This unit does offer a small space to add one small cot or twin air mattress. Please note an extra bed will occupy most of the free space in the cabin. Any additional bedding items are not included in the registration and would be supplied on your own if needed. This unit has a maximum of 2 adults.
This unit does not have electricity, solar lights are provided. This unit does not have private bathroom facilities. Bathroom facilities will be shared. Your reservation does include bedding, towels, and one hot shower per occupant in the cabin during the weekend.
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The Angler is an old refurbished cabin moved from another property in Eureka and now it has a new home right on the Tobacco River. It has a private deck area overlooking the river and also offers direct access to the river. This cabin is located in the VIP River Glamp Camp area.
This is a private one room cabin with one queen bed. When you register for this cabin, your registration is for one person only. A maximum of 2 people may occupy the cabin. If you would like to share the cabin with a friend (please note that means you are also sharing a queen bed), they can be added to your cabin by signing up as a Double Occupancy Add-on Registration.
This unit does offer a small space to add one small cot or twin air mattress. Please note an extra bed will occupy most of the free space in the cabin. Any additional bedding items are not included in the registration and would be supplied on your own if needed. This unit has a maximum of 2 adults.
This unit does not have electricity, solar lights are provided. This unit does not have private bathroom facilities. Bathroom facilities will be shared. Your reservation does include bedding, towels, and one hot shower per occupant in the cabin during the weekend.
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This cabin is an old J. Neils Lumber Company logger bunk house, which would have been used to house loggers when working in our surrounding forests. It has been restored with love so the owners ask that you please take care of the space. This cabin is located in the Meadow Camp area.
This is a private one room cabin with one king bed, ceiling to floor windows and a private deck overlooking the Tobacco River. When you register for this cabin, your registration is for one person only. A maximum of 2 people may occupy the cabin. If you would like to share the cabin with a friend (please note that means you are also sharing a king bed), they can be added to your cabin by signing up as a Double Occupancy Add-on Registration.
This unit does offer a space to add one small cot or twin air mattress. Please note an extra bed will occupy most of the free space in the cabin. Any additional bedding items are not included in the registration and would be supplied on your own if needed. This unit has a maximum of 2 adults.
This unit does have electricity. This unit does not have private bathroom facilities. Bathroom facilities will be shared. Your reservation does include bedding, towels, and one hot shower per occupant in the cabin during the weekend.
Belle Glamping Tent
Belle Glamping Tent
Airstream
Airstream
Y"A"Y Frame
Y"A"Y Frame
Ranch Hand
Ranch Hand
The Angler
The Angler
The Logger (Ranch Hand in background)
The Logger
Meals
All meals are provided for Summer Camp starting on Thursday night for dinner and Sunday morning breakfast before heading home!
Our main food vendor for this event is Wyld Honeys! If you haven’t heard of them yet, definitely check out their website! These two best friends are the perfect addition for Summer Camp! They will be preparing breakfasts for Fri/Sat/Sun and lunches for Fri/Sat.
For Thursday dinner we’re keeping it easy with a PIZZA PARTY! Guests will be arriving throughout the evening and setting up camp so grab a couple slices provided by the local pizza joint Fire & Slice Pizza when you’re all settled!
Friday and Saturday dinners are provided by the local Tacos4Ever taco truck (yes their logo is a unicorn). For these two meals, you will be given tokens of a particular value and can choose from their menu.
SCHEDULE
Day 1, June 19, 2025
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Check-in is between 3pm-7pm
If arriving by scheduled transportation, you will be arriving within that check-in window.
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Dinner is provided for Day 1. We will be having a Pizza Party! Pizza is from the local hot spot, Fire & Slice Pizza. Gluten free and dairy free can be accommodated. Vegetarian pizzas will be available as well as fresh garden salads.
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Set-up camp 3pm-8pm
Pizza Party 6pm-8pm
Evening welcome 8:30pm
Bonfire/Get to know you 9pm-Bedtime!
Today is arrival today! We are SO excited to have you join us at our first Women Who Explore Summer Camp!
When you arrive at camp, there will be a booth setup ready to get you checked in, situated at your campsite, and ready for the evening festivities. Everyone will be receiving a Welcome BINGO Card in their welcome bags, so make sure to take a look at that to help you get acquainted with your fellow adventurers.
Day 2, June 20, 2025
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7 AM - 9 AM - Pancake Bar: customize your own pancakes. Bacon and seasonal fruit also available. Gluten free and dairy free can be accommodated.
11 AM - 1 PM - Turkey & Veggie Wraps with chips & pickle. Gluten free can be accommodated.
6 PM - 8 PM - Taco Truck Dinner
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6 AM - 7 AM - Sunrise Salutations Yoga
9 AM - 10 AM - Fall Smart Parkour
9 AM - 10 AM - Macrame Earrings
9:30 AM - 10:30 AM - Basics of Fly Fishing w/McKenna (classroom style)
10 AM - 11 AM - Stitch & Bitch
10:30 AM - 11:30 AM - Zumba
12:30 PM - 4:30 PM - Guided Rock Climbing
1 PM - 3:30 PM - BackcountryPrep
2 PM - 3 PM - Gear Care & Repair
3 PM - 4 PM- T-shirt Cutting
4 PM - 5 PM - Nutrition that Improves
5 PM - 6 PM- Solstice Serenity Yoga
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This is the perfect time of year to float the river! We recommend between 3pm-5pm, but it’s entirely up to you and the class schedule you create! We will have floats available to check out, but we definitely recommend bringing your own if you have one! You’ll have the opportunity to float either Friday or Saturday… or BOTH!
Afternoon ice-cream! Come by the Community Kitchen in the afternoon to grab your ice-cream :) Exact time TBD, but we’ll make sure you can get yours between classes!Don’t forget to work on your BINGO card!
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Our evening starts with a Summer Solstice Circle + Ceremony:
We will gather in circle (in communion with people all over the world) in an ancient tradition to celebrate the longest day of the year, and a return to the light, with a four elements invocation and bonfire at the river.
Together, we will honor our own cycles of growth and seeds we wish to plant as the sun sets on the solstice.
Bring something small/personal from your altar representing any of the four elements, or find them at the ranch. (Suggestions: AIR=feather or lichen ~ FIRE=candle ~ WATER=a small vial from a creek near your home, or from the Tobacco River ~ EARTH=a special rock, seed, dirt, etc.) We will provide some representations of the elements, for those that might not have them or forget them!
Bring one intention that you’ll do to improve your life (seeds we are planting), and one habit or challenge that no longer serves you. Write the later on a piece of paper destined for the fire.
We have lots of classes and activities available for your choosing! When you book, you’ll be able to make your own schedule. Prefer to take just a couple classes and chill by the river and hangout with friends? You can do that! Maybe you want to take as many classes as possible to build up your skills! You can do that too!
Breakfast and lunch are both provided by Wyld Honey’s today and dinner is the local Taco Truck! You will have tokens to pay for your dinner, but nothing is needed for your breakfast and lunch.
We have special Summer Solstice celebrations in store for the evening!
Day 3, June 21, 2025
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7 AM - 9 AM - Elevated breakfast sammies (english muffin, egg, arugula, cheese, sausage, aoili) with hashbrowns/potatoes. Vegetarian can be accommodated.
11 AM - 1 PM - Italian Tortellini Salad
6 PM - 8 PM - Dinner Taco Truck
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8 AM - 9 AM - Fly Fish with McKenna (fly fishing in river)
8 AM - 12 PM - Guided Rock Climbing
9 AM - 10 AM - Rainbow Keyrings
9 AM - 10 AM - Morning Salutations
9 AM - 10 AM - Car Maintenance
10 AM - 11 AM - Feathered Friends: Birding Basics
10 AM - 11 AM - Phone Photography
1 PM - 2 PM - Nature Journaling
1 PM - 4 PM - Wildcrafted Medicine Making
2 PM - 2:30 PM - Nature Meditation
3 PM - 4 PM - Watercolor Postcard Painting by the River
4 PM - 5:30 PM - Fire/Shelter Building
4 PM - 6 PM - Watercolor & Yoga Flow
6 PM - 7 PM - Fish with McKenna (fly fishing in river)
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This is the perfect time of year to float the river! We recommend between 3pm-5pm, but it’s entirely up to you and the class schedule you create! We will have floats available to check out, but we definitely recommend bringing your own if you have one! You’ll have the opportunity to float either Friday or Saturday… or BOTH!
Location and time TBD, but we’ll have all the goodies to make friendship bracelets! It will be a station that you can stop by at your leisure!
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It’s another bonfire night! Other festivities to be announced!
It’s another day packed full of activities and classes! We are starting a little later this morning, assuming that the previous nights festivities might run later into the night.
Breakfast and lunch are again provided by Wyld Honey’s and dinner is by the local Taco Truck. If you didn’t try their walking taco the day before, tonight is your chance!
We will wrap up the night with a beach bonfire and getting to know each other better before heading home tomorrow!
Day 4, June 22, 2025
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7 AM - 9 AM Grab-n-go yogurt parfaits. Vegetarian & gluten free can be accommodated.
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Just like recreating in the outdoors, we plan on leaving the Tobacco River Ranch better than we found it. Please make sure that your area is clean and all personal items are packed. If you checked out gear (info shared soon), it must be returned to the appropriate station. If you finish early, consider helping out your neighbor :)
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Check-out from Tobacco River Ranch is 10am. Please make sure you are fully packed and exiting the property on or before that time.
We are sad to see everyone go, but our hearts are SO full from the weekend we have spent together. We hope you have had an amazing time at our first (hopefully of many) Summer Camp.
Photos provided by Tobacco River Ranch
Before you book, READ CAREFULLY through the following steps!
***Please note when booking that this trip does not follow our usual Cancellation Policy found in our Terms of Service. This trip, and all activities and classes booked, are non-refundable and non-transferable.
STEP 1: Choose Sleep Option
We have various options for basic cabins, VIP camping, Vanlife, or BYOT (Bring Your Own Gear). Please read through all the options carefully when booking. If you are planning on sharing accommodations with a friend (whether it’s a cabin, VIP, or BYOT), please share the details when booking. If you are booking a cabin with a friend, you MUST select the “Double Occupancy Add-On For Cabins Only” at checkout. Your friend will be emailed a separate booking link to pay for their spot and choose their classes. If you are sharing a tent in the BYOT or vehicle in the Vanlife area, you just book one of the same spots and note who you are sharing with at checkout. There is not an extra add-on.
STEP 2: Select Transportation if needed
The Available Options section starts with Group Transportation from FCA Airport. There is another option on the last day (Sunday) to book transportation back to the airport. If you need round-trip transportation, you will need to select both the Thursday transportation AND Sunday transportation. Specific details regarding pick-up and drop-off times will be shared at a later date. Please do not book flights until the transportation times have been confirmed with you.
STEP 3: Build your class/activities schedule
There are MANY class and activity options available! Classes and activities range in cost and group size. Classes and activities are on Friday and Saturday only. Each guest can choose up to 4 classes/activities per day maximum. If you select more than that, we reserve the right to cancel one or more of your classes. There is no minimum number of classes/activities you need to choose. Meaning you do not have to book any classes/activities and can choose to sit by the river the entire time, hike around the property, float in the river or explore the town of Eureka! There will be group activities outside of the class/activity schedule that you do not need to reserve since they are open to the entire group (river float, bonfire, movie night etc.). These will be listed in the schedule above, but not added as an option to book. Some classes/activities have limited spots so please be mindful of the classes you choose and know you are fully committed to attending before booking.
Ready to Book?
Ready to Book?
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BYOT: $725
Vanlife: $725
VIP River Glamping: $1200
Belle Glamping Tent: $1200
Airstream by the River: $1200
Y”A”Y Frame: $1350
The Ranch Hand: $1350
The Angler: $1500
The Logger: $1750
Double Occupancy Add-On (Cabin Only): $725 -
Every option has varied inclusions outlined at checkout, but every booking will include:
• 4 days/3 nights at the Tobacco River Ranch
• 3 breakfasts, 2 lunches, 3 dinners
• Basic beverages at meals
• potable drinking water
• parking for each booking (carpooling encouraged)
• activities including (but not limited to), movie night, river flotilla (limited tubes), 2 bonfires
• porta potty facilities
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• International Flights to/from Glacier International Airport (FCA)
• Transportation from airport to Eureka (must book separately)
• Showers
• Alcohol, additional beverages, snacks and meals as noted above
• Travelers insurance
• Personal expenses not included in the itinerary such as additional accommodations, transportation, meals, souvenirs, etc.
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• 3 breakfasts, 2 lunches, 3 dinners
We always do our best to accommodate dietary restrictions but cannot make any guarantees.
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Portable toilets are being brought in for this weekend and will be spread out amongst the camping areas, cabins and gathers spaces. Handwash stations will be available at these sites.
There is 1 shower on the property and will be available ONLY to women booking the cabins. Cabin bookings receive 1 shower token for the weekend.We will have 2 Joocla Nomad propane showers for quick rinse offs throughout the weekend. Specific times will be shared as to when these will be available.
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This trip requires a minimum number of ladies to register in order for it to be confirmed. Once the trip reaches the minimum participant number, you will receive a trip confirmation email and a link to be added a private Facebook group just for trip guests. In this group further trip details will be provided along with pre-travel support. Please let us know if you do not have or use Facebook (see contact information below).
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The Montana Summer Camp does not follow our usual Cancellation Policy outlined in our Terms of Service. Everything booked for this trip is non-refundable and non-transferable.
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Travel insurance is not required for the Summer Camp, but is still HIGHLY recommended.
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Please note that the itinerary provided for your adventure is subject to change. While we strive to adhere to the proposed plan, unforeseen circumstances such as weather conditions, safety concerns, or other factors beyond our control may necessitate adjustments to the itinerary. We prioritize your safety and enjoyment throughout the adventure, and any modifications made will be done with careful consideration. We will make every effort to inform you in advance of any changes and provide suitable alternatives to ensure a fulfilling experience.
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