READING THE WATERS OF LIFE
Open Retreat
September 2-6, 2026 | Kootenai River – Libby, MT | $2,950
Life often moves at a relentless pace, leaving many men struggling to stay afloat. In the rush of work, family, and responsibility, it’s easy to drift—longing for a deeper relationship with God and with those who matter most, but feeling like there’s no capacity left to give. Over time, the things that matter most can slip through our fingers. What about you?
Our READING THE WATERS OF LIFE RETREAT creates space to step out of the current and reconnect—with God, with yourself, and with others. Through intentional teaching, guided reflection, fellowship, and plenty of room for rest, you’ll find renewal, perspective, and a plan for the road ahead.
Your Altar retreat is not the end of the journey but the beginning of a new one. The Altar Team is committed to walking with you, offering resources for continued soul care, leadership growth, and lasting transformation—for a greater life and a greater impact.
KOOTENAI RIVER
Isolated in the northwest corner of Montana the Kootenai River lies off the beaten path of the more traveled, popular “big name” rivers of Montana. Providing a truly uncrowded setting the Kootenai River maintains a high quality trout fishery.
The Kootenai River, emerging from Libby Dam, is Montana’s newest tailwater fishery. Cradled between the Cabinet Mountain Wilderness and the Purcell Mountains, it contains a wide array of insect life to support prolific hatches throughout the season.
The Kootenai and its tributaries are the only waters in Montana to contain a native strain of rainbow trout, called Columbia Redbands.
- Courtesy of Dave Blackburn's Kootenai Angler
"The retreat was even better than what I expected. It was like I pushed the "reset" switch. In addition to helping me become whole again, it increased my awareness of how to better care for my soul. I now have the tools to assess the state of my soul so I can sustain healthy soul care beyond the retreat."
Andy | Soul of a Pastor
"Attending an Altar Fly Fishing retreat was one of the best experiences of my life. The focus on self care in conjunction with fly fishing brought me so much joy."
Katy | Soul of a Woman
