2026 Soul of a Ministry Leader | MT

SOUL OF A MINISTRY LEADER RETREAT

Private Retreat for Friends of Rob Lauer

September 8-12, 2026 | Kootenai River – Libby, MT | $2,950

As ministry leaders, we understand the investment you make in others and the many facets of ministry that demand your attention each day. What is often missing from the list of needs is the time and attention needed for your soul's health and well-being. Is it time for you to give yourself the essential gift of devoted time away for rest, renewal, and re-imagining life and ministry from the place of a healthy soul?

Altar's staff brings over 75 years of vocational ministry experience and a deep understanding of the life of a pastor or ministry leader. Join us on an adventure that will heal and enliven your life for the sake of others.

Your Altar retreat marks the beginning of a new adventure. The Altar Team is commitment to your journey providing resources for your continued soul care, leadership development and transformation for a greater life and 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

Accommodations

4 nights/3 days at Dave Blackburn's Kootenai Angler situated on the bank of the Kootenai River in Libby, MT. Enjoy fresh breakfast, lunches on the river and delicious home-cooked dinners all prepared at their River Bend Restaurant.

The Retreat

An Altar retreat is a unique blend of rest, intentionality, and adventure. You will engage in Altar's retreat materials, take part in teaching sessions with Altar's team, enjoy great conversations and return to your "home waters' equipped for the next season of your life.

The Fishing

Your retreat includes 3 days of guided float fishing on the beautiful Kootenai River. All gear (as needed) and guide fees are included. All skill levels are welcome!

Booking Details

- The cost of your adventure is $2,950.

Through our generous donor/host, we are able to offer an optional $200 Ministry Assistance Gift as needed. If this gift would help make it possible for you to fund your retreat, please select the YES option on your registration form.

- 50% deposit is due at time of registration.
- Balance due 30 days prior to your retreat.
- You are responsible for travel to and from the Kootenai Angler.
- Please take a moment to read our Cancellation Policy.

Don't miss out on your adventure!

Book your 2026 Altar Fly Fishing experience today and look forward to the adventure and soul care you need and deserve.

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"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