Wildlife Viewing from our Montana Mountain Lodge

No trip to the Double Arrow Resort in the Seeley Swan Valley should be made without binoculars and a telephoto lens.

On the trails near this mountain resort, we often see deer, elk, moose, and occasionally black bears and mountain lions. Deeper into the Bob Marshall wilderness area and the Mission Mountain Wilderness area, you might see bighorn sheep, grizzly bear, or even sign of a rare Canada lynx.

Birders will want to turn their attention to the valley floor for the large migrations of waterfowl and songbirds each spring and fall. During summer raptors, herons, cranes, swans and songbirds are common sights along creek banks, lake shores, and alpine trails.

Seeley Lake is home to one of the West’s rarer birds – the Common Loon. While abundant in the upper Midwest, the haunting call of the loon is a rare treat against a backdrop of mountain peaks.

The resort is fortunate to have on staff renowned wildlife photographer, Conrad Rowe. Conrad Rowe, born in Great Falls, Montana, has spent most of his life in his native state near the rugged east slope of the Rockies – Charlie Russell Country. Raised on the family cattle ranch, he drew a soul connection with nature and her creatures at an early age. Conrad and his family moved to the Seeley Swan Valley where many of his favorite subjects drop by for a look at their neighbors.

Conrad’s studio is Glacier National Park, Yellowstone National Park, the Canadian Rockies and any place in between, especially the Seeley Swan Valley. Says Conrad: “A bull elk bugling on a frosty fall morning, fox pups in the spring sunshine, or a grizzly bear from a safe distance are my passion and inspiration.”

Conrad’s stunning images grace the covers of a growing number of publications.

The Rocky Mountain Elk Foundation has used many of Conrad’s photographs on both the local and national level. His many awards include:
Best of Show – Western Heritage Art show
Merit Award National Wild-life Federation

Contact us for a brochure or contact Conrad directly at 406.677.3172
Guided Photography trips may be available with advance notice.

"What a wonderful week in Montana. It is the most lovely state in the winter. The drive to Bigfork and Whitefish was spectacular, as was seeing an eagle, antelope, lots of deer and visiting with friendly people. It was truly a special week--relaxing, quiet, wondrous."--Terry McReiff, Dayton OH