I haven't used watercraft to fish up to this point, but I am wondering if the NuCanoe may be a viable option on the Bitterroot or the Clark Fork. I like the idea of rowing upstream and then fishing on the way back down to the access. No shuttle fees and issues with that approach.

I also like the idea of a rowing option vs the single blade canoe or double blade kayak paddle options. I use an indoor rower for conditioning and really enjoy that kind movement - would be pretty neat to be doing it out on the river, and might even be an incentive to try some stillwater ( ) fishing.

John

Follow the link to a great indoor rowing machine.

http://concept2.com/us/indoorrowers/d_home.asp