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Add Yahoo as a preferred source to see more of our stories on Google. Jan. 2—Applications for a permit to float the Smith River became available Thursday, Jan. 1, through Sunday, Feb. 15. The drawing ...

Montana Fish, Wildlife and Parks is accepting permit applications starting on Jan. 2 to float the Smith River. Applications will be accepted through Feb. 15, with a drawing held on Feb. 19. Applicants ...

MISSOULA, Mont. — Montana Fish, Wildlife and Parks is accepting permit applications starting on Jan. 1 to float the Smith River. Applications will be accepted through Feb. 15, with a drawing held on ...

This remote and tranquil Smith River cuts its way through the remote backcountry of the Little Belt Mountains. The stunning canyon scenery, quiet streamside campgrounds, wildlife and excellent trout ...

Applications for the always-popular Smith River float permits will be available beginning Jan. 3. This year there will be a super-permit lottery for the second time, where the winner will be able to ...

Permit applications to float Smith River State Park will be available Monday through Thursday, Feb. 20, Montana State Parks announced Tuesday. Permits are required to float the 59-mile section of ...

Jan. 9—Editor's note: A press release on Dec. 29 incorrectly stated that the application deadline for Smith River permits is Feb. 15. The deadline is Feb. 14. Floaters hoping for a Smith River permit ...

HELENA, Mont. – The deadline to apply for a Smith River float permit is February 15. Permits are needed for the 59-mile stretch between Camp Baker and Eden Bridge, with a lottery drawing determining ...