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Unlike any other fly fishing trip, your Altar retreat will help you read the waters of your life, gain clarity on what is or what needs to be next in your life, and help you chart a course to live into those rhythms and desires.

We can't wait to share the stream with you!

As we approach your trip date you will receive email reminders but everything you need to prepare for your Altar adventure is noted below.

READING THE WATERS OF LIFE

May 6-10, 2025 | Bristol, TN

Location

Tailwaters Lodge
On the South Holston
371 TVA Road South
Birstol, TN 37620

As you make your travel arrangements, please plan to arrive between 3:00-5:00pm on Tuesday.

The retreat will conclude at 10:00am on Saturday following breakfast and our final session.

Travel

AIRPORT: Tri-Cities Airport-TN
Approx. 35 minutes from the lodge

Please make your own ground transportation plans that best coordinate with your flight and travel needs.

If you would like to coordinate travel plans/ground transportation with others on the trip please reach out to us at info@AltarFlyFishing.org and we would be happy to share contact information with you.

Fishing License

Your trip requires a Tennessee fishing license. Purchase your license online in advance of your trip. We recommend taking a photo of your fishing license with your phone for access on the water.
On their site, you will first need to create an account. Once complete, choose the 3-DAY FISHING - All Species Including Trout option for May 7-8-9 , 2025 and follow prompts to complete your purchase.

PURCHASE LICENSE

Need Gear?

Special Fishing Gear Discount. Risen Fly Shop will be your personal gear concierge and you will receive a 15% discount storewide if you are looking to purchase fishing gear before or after your retreat. Risen is a full-service fly shop located in Pennsylvania (not an online store). Just call and ask for Ryan and say you are with Altar.
ryan@RisenFly.com
(724) 888-2762
www.RisenFly.com

NOTE: Gear is not required for your retreat. If you do not have gear of your own, Altar will equip you for your fly fishing experience including waders, boots, fly rods & reels as needed.

Trip Waivers

Please take a few minutes to complete the required waivers for your retreat.

2025 TRIP WAIVERS

Pay My Balance

If you paid in full for your trip at the time of registration, thank you, you are all set.
If you paid your deposit at the time of registration, please follow the link below to pay your balance due no later than 30 days before your retreat.
All food, lodging, guiding fees and tips are included in your retreat fee.

PAY MY BALANCE DUE

PACKING LIST

We hope you find this packing list a helpful tool in preparing for your trip. While it is not a complete list of everything you might bring , it includes the key items needed for a successful adventure.

Open suitcase and assorted hiking travel gear

FISHING GEAR

CLOTHING

ACCESSORIES

OTHER

Have more questions? Contact the Altar Staff at info@AltarFlyFishing.org.

TRIP DETAILS: 2025 Reading the Waters – May – TN