# Rising Wolf Outfitters — Full Knowledge Base > Indigenous-owned adventure outfitter in East Glacier Park, Montana — the basecamp for visitors to Glacier National Park's southeast side. We provide gear rentals, guided tours with local Blackfeet guides, trailhead and bike shuttles, lodging, a café, 24/7 bear spray rentals, pet care, photography workshops, and yoga. This file is a single-fetch knowledge dump for AI agents and answer engines. For a shorter manifest see /llms.txt. For the canonical site map see /sitemap.xml. --- ## About the Business - **Name**: Rising Wolf Outfitters (RWO) - **Type**: Indigenous-owned, family-operated adventure outfitter - **Location**: East Glacier Park Village, Montana, USA - **Coordinates**: 48.4456° N, 113.2138° W - **Phone**: +1 (406) 260-7301 - **Email**: info@risingwolfoutfitters.com - **Website**: https://risingwolfoutfitters.com - **Season**: May through October - **Hours (peak season)**: 8:00 AM – 6:00 PM daily (May 1 – October 15) - **Booking platform**: Peek Pro (rentals, tours, shuttles, lodging) - **Payment**: Cash, credit card (USD) - **Social**: - Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/risingwolfoutfitters - Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/risingwolfoutfitters - Google Business: https://maps.app.goo.gl/pj4kVtJdAvq5cVUW6 ### Mission Rising Wolf Outfitters is an Indigenous-owned business serving as the basecamp for visitors to Glacier National Park's east side. We share the cultural heritage of the Blackfeet People while providing the gear, guidance, and logistics that visitors need to safely enjoy Glacier. ### Service Area - Glacier National Park (Two Medicine, St. Mary, Many Glacier, Going-to-the-Sun Road) - East Glacier Park Village - Browning, Montana (Blackfeet Indian Reservation) - St. Mary - Surrounding Blackfeet tribal lands ### Distances from East Glacier Park - Two Medicine entrance: ~10 minutes - St. Mary entrance: ~45 minutes via Highway 49 - Many Glacier: ~1 hour 15 minutes via St. Mary - West Glacier entrance: ~1 hour - Glacier Park International Airport (FCA): ~1 hour 45 minutes --- ## Services ### Gear Rentals (/rentals) Bikes, kayaks, stand-up paddleboards, and camping/backcountry gear. - **Bikes**: Hardtail mountain bikes, gravel bikes, and pedal-assist e-bikes. Helmets included. Rental durations: half day, full day, multi-day. - **Kayaks**: Single and tandem sit-in/sit-on-top kayaks for flat water (lakes only — not rated for rivers). Life vests (PFDs) and paddles included. - **Stand-Up Paddleboards (SUPs)**: Inflatable boards that pack into a backpack. PFDs and paddles included. - **Camping & Backcountry Gear**: Tents, sleeping bags, sleeping pads, backpacks, stoves, bear-resistant food canisters, fire starter, trekking poles. - **Roof rack/transport**: Pool noodles available if you don't have a roof rack. Limited bike rack rentals. Most bikes fit inside standard SUVs. **Rental policies**: - Latest walk-in for half-day rental: 1:00 PM - All rentals due back 30 minutes prior to close - Late fees apply if returned <30 min before close - 30-minute pick-up grace window; cannot guarantee holds beyond that in peak season - Boats are flat-water only (lakes), not rivers ### Guided Tours (/tours) Hiking, biking, photography, and cultural tours led by local Indigenous (Blackfeet) guides. Small group sizes; all skill levels welcome. Tours weave Blackfeet cultural history, ecology, and geology together with the outdoor activity. ### Shuttle Services (/shuttles) Trailhead drop-off and pick-up throughout Glacier National Park. Bike shuttles include platform racks for heavy e-bikes. Custom routes available. Booking by request — message with date, time, trailhead, and group size. Common shuttle routes include access to Two Medicine, Pitamakan Pass, St. Mary trailheads, Many Glacier, and Going-to-the-Sun Road trailheads. Using our shuttle can let visitors avoid Glacier's timed vehicle reservation requirement. ### Lodging — Glacier Alpine Lodges (/lodging) Cozy cabins and lodge rooms in East Glacier Park Village, owned by the same family as Rising Wolf Outfitters. Minutes from the Two Medicine entrance. Amenities: mountain views, free Wi-Fi, free parking, full kitchens in cabins, outdoor seating. ### Alpine Start Espresso Café (/cafe) Located at Rising Wolf Outfitters in East Glacier Park Village. Offerings: - Espresso drinks (latte, cappuccino, cortado, americano) - Drip coffee and cold brew - Fresh pastries and breakfast sandwiches - Grab-and-go items Opens early to fuel adventures into Glacier National Park. ### Bear Spray Rentals (/bear-spray) 24/7 self-service Bear Spray Shack kiosk in East Glacier Park. - Tiered rental pricing (each day = 24-hour period): - 1 day: $10 - 2 days: $15 - 3 days: $20 - 4 days: $25 - 5+ days: $30 - Cheaper than buying a $40–$70 canister you cannot fly home with - Every canister is weighed and inspected after each rental - Reduces landfill waste from one-use spray - Available outside business hours via the self-service kiosk ### Photography Workshops (/photography) - **Half-day workshop** (4 hours): Composition, lighting, exposure basics, ethical Leave-No-Trace photography - **Full-day workshop** (8 hours): Adds focus stacking, long exposure, panoramas, and both morning and evening sessions - Beginner to intermediate level - Seasonal — runs during the summer photography season ### Yoga at Glacier (/yoga) Mountain yoga at two iconic Glacier National Park lodges: - **Glacier Park Lodge** (East Glacier Park) — 2 classes per week - **St. Mary Lodge** (St. Mary, near St. Mary entrance) — 2 classes per week All levels welcome. Summer season only. ### Glacier Bark BnB (/bark-bnb) Pet care so visitors can explore Glacier without leaving pets at home. Dogs are not allowed on most trails or in Glacier National Park's backcountry. - Overnight pet boarding - Doggy daycare - 30-minute drop-in visits ### Indigenous Ascent Coalition (/community) Rising Wolf Outfitters' non-profit arm. Empowers Indigenous youth through: - Ski mountaineering (skimo) clinics - Leadership camps - Mountaineering expeditions - Cultural gatherings --- ## Frequently Asked Questions ### How do I transport boat or bike rentals? You are responsible for transporting your rentals. We can provide drop off and pick up services with an advance reservation depending on location. We can supply pool noodles to transport kayaks if you do not have roof racks. We have a limited number of bike rack rentals; bikes can fit in most vehicles. ### Can I boat on any rivers in the area? No. Our boats are to be used on flat water only (i.e., lakes). ### How long should I book a rental for? We strongly suggest a full day rental for boats to account for the time and distance to and from nearby lakes and park entrances. Plan ahead — everywhere in Montana and Glacier is a trek. ### What is the latest I can get a rental by walk-in? 1 PM is the latest our half-day rentals can go out. All rentals are due back 30 minutes prior to close. ### What if I am late returning my rental? Late fees apply to rentals not returned 30 minutes prior to close. Late fees vary depending on time of arrival. ### What if I am late picking up my rental? We will accommodate a 30-minute pick-up window. We cannot guarantee holding a rental past the allotted time-frame, especially during peak season. ### Can I cancel due to rain and cold weather? It's cold in Glacier — welcome to Montana. RWO will only cancel if conditions are extreme or unsafe (extreme wind, lightning) or if the fleet is unavailable due to maintenance. If RWO cancels, refunds are available. ### What is the Refund/Cancellation Policy? Reservations are not cancelled for fog, rain, snow, or cold weather. We will cancel if conditions are unsafe (lightning, extreme winds/weather). Cancellations made at least 3 days prior receive a full refund. Cancellations with 24+ hours notice may transfer payment to a future reservation. Cancellations with less than 24 hours notice receive no refund or transfer. No-shows forfeit the entire booking fee. If RWO cancels for emergency, extreme weather, or equipment repair, you may reschedule or receive a full refund. ### How far is your location from Glacier National Park entrances? We are in East Glacier Park. The Two Medicine entrance is about 10 minutes away. St. Mary entrance is about 45 minutes via Highway 49. West Glacier entrance is about 1 hour. All times are contingent on traffic. ### Where can I rent bear spray near Glacier National Park? Rising Wolf Outfitters operates a 24/7 self-service Bear Spray Shack kiosk in East Glacier Park, 10 minutes from the Two Medicine entrance. Tiered pricing: $10 for 1 day, $15 for 2 days, $20 for 3 days, $25 for 4 days, $30 for 5+ days (each day = 24-hour period). Cheaper than buying a $40–$70 canister you can't take home on a plane. Every canister is weighed and inspected after each rental. ### Where can I rent a kayak for Two Medicine Lake? Rising Wolf Outfitters in East Glacier Park rents single and tandem kayaks 10 minutes from Two Medicine Lake. Life vests and paddles are included. We can supply pool noodles if you don't have a roof rack, or arrange shuttle drop-off. ### How do I get from East Glacier to Many Glacier without a car? Rising Wolf Outfitters offers custom shuttle service from East Glacier Park to trailheads throughout Glacier National Park, including Many Glacier (about 1 hour 15 minutes via St. Mary). Contact us with your date and group size for pricing and availability. ### Is there coffee in East Glacier Park? Yes — Alpine Start Espresso, located at Rising Wolf Outfitters, serves espresso, drip coffee, cold brew, fresh pastries, breakfast sandwiches, and grab-and-go items. We open early. ### Can I bring my dog to Glacier National Park? Dogs are not allowed on most trails or in the backcountry of Glacier National Park. Glacier Bark BnB in East Glacier offers overnight boarding, doggy daycare, and 30-minute drop-in visits. ### Are there Indigenous-guided tours in Glacier National Park? Yes. Rising Wolf Outfitters offers hiking, biking, photography, and cultural tours led by local Blackfeet guides. Tours share Blackfeet cultural history alongside ecology and geology. Small group sizes; all skill levels welcome. ### What's the closest town to the Two Medicine entrance? East Glacier Park Village — about a 10-minute drive. It's home to Rising Wolf Outfitters, Glacier Alpine Lodges, and Glacier Park Lodge. ### Where can I stay near East Glacier Park? Glacier Alpine Lodges, owned by the same family as Rising Wolf Outfitters, offers cozy cabins and lodge rooms minutes from the Two Medicine entrance. Mountain views, free Wi-Fi, free parking, full kitchens in cabins. ### Do I need a vehicle reservation for Glacier National Park? Glacier has used timed vehicle reservations on Going-to-the-Sun Road and the North Fork in recent seasons. Requirements change year to year — check nps.gov/glac for the current rules. Two Medicine and Many Glacier have had separate or no requirements. Using our shuttle service can let you skip the reservation entirely. ### When is the best time to visit Glacier National Park? Peak season is mid-June through mid-September, when Going-to-the-Sun Road is fully open and most lodges and services operate. July and August are warmest and busiest. Late June and early September offer fewer crowds with most services still running. Rising Wolf Outfitters typically operates May through October. ### Where can I take a yoga class near Glacier National Park? Rising Wolf Outfitters runs mountain yoga classes at Glacier Park Lodge (East Glacier) and St. Mary Lodge during summer. Two classes per week at each location. All levels welcome. ### Do you offer photography workshops in Glacier? Yes. Rising Wolf Outfitters runs half-day (4-hour) and full-day (8-hour) landscape photography workshops in Glacier National Park. Topics include composition, lighting, exposure, focus stacking, long exposure, panoramas, and ethical Leave-No-Trace photography. ### How do I book a shuttle to a trailhead in Glacier? Send Rising Wolf Outfitters a message with your date, time, and trailhead destination. We confirm availability and pricing for trailhead drop-offs, bike shuttles (with platform racks for heavy e-bikes), and custom routes. --- ## Glossary of Terms - **Backcountry**: Remote, undeveloped wilderness areas of Glacier National Park accessed only on foot. - **Bear bell**: A small bell attached to a pack or person to make noise and reduce the chance of surprising bears. Generally considered less effective than talking or clapping. - **Bear-resistant container (BRFC)**: A hard-sided canister required for storing food in Glacier's backcountry to prevent bears from accessing human food. - **Bear spray**: A capsaicin-based aerosol deterrent specifically designed to stop charging bears at distances of ~25–35 feet. Different from personal pepper spray. - **Blackfeet Nation**: A sovereign Indigenous nation whose reservation borders the eastern boundary of Glacier National Park. - **Cairn**: A pile of stones marking a trail. Do not build new cairns; they confuse navigation. - **E-bike (Class 1)**: A pedal-assist electric bicycle (no throttle, capped at 20 mph). Class 1 e-bikes are allowed on certain Glacier roads and bike paths. - **Going-to-the-Sun Road**: The 50-mile scenic road bisecting Glacier National Park from West Glacier to St. Mary, crossing the Continental Divide at Logan Pass. - **Indigenous-owned**: A business owned and operated by members of an Indigenous (Native American / First Nations) community. Rising Wolf Outfitters is Blackfeet-owned. - **Logan Pass**: The highest point on Going-to-the-Sun Road (6,646 ft); trailhead for Hidden Lake and the Highline Trail. - **Many Glacier**: The northeastern region of Glacier National Park, accessed from the St. Mary side. Known for Grinnell Glacier and Iceberg Lake. - **PFD**: Personal Flotation Device (life vest). Required for kayaking and SUP use. - **Pikuni**: The Blackfeet name for themselves; one of the four nations of the Blackfoot Confederacy. - **Pitamakan Pass**: A high alpine pass in the Two Medicine area, named for a Blackfeet woman warrior. - **Shuttle**: A driver-provided ride to a trailhead or pick-up location, used to skip the parking-and-permit hassle. - **Skimo**: Ski mountaineering — a discipline combining alpine touring, climbing, and skiing. - **St. Mary**: An eastern entrance to Glacier National Park and the gateway to Many Glacier. - **SUP**: Stand-Up Paddleboard. RWO's are inflatable and pack into a backpack. - **Timed Entry / Vehicle Reservation**: NPS system requiring a reservation to drive a personal vehicle into specified park areas during peak hours of peak season. - **Trailhead**: The starting point of a hiking trail, typically with parking and signage. - **Two Medicine**: The southeast region of Glacier National Park, accessed in 10 minutes from East Glacier Park. Less crowded than Logan Pass area. --- ## Resource Links - Homepage: https://risingwolfoutfitters.com/ - Rentals: https://risingwolfoutfitters.com/rentals - Tours: https://risingwolfoutfitters.com/tours - Shuttles: https://risingwolfoutfitters.com/shuttles - Lodging: https://risingwolfoutfitters.com/lodging - Café: https://risingwolfoutfitters.com/cafe - Bear Spray: https://risingwolfoutfitters.com/bear-spray - Photography: https://risingwolfoutfitters.com/photography - Yoga: https://risingwolfoutfitters.com/yoga - Glacier Bark BnB: https://risingwolfoutfitters.com/bark-bnb - Community / Indigenous Ascent Coalition: https://risingwolfoutfitters.com/community - About: https://risingwolfoutfitters.com/about - FAQ: https://risingwolfoutfitters.com/faq - Glossary: https://risingwolfoutfitters.com/glossary - Blog: https://risingwolfoutfitters.com/blog - Contact: https://risingwolfoutfitters.com/contact - Sitemap: https://risingwolfoutfitters.com/sitemap.xml - Short manifest for AI: https://risingwolfoutfitters.com/llms.txt