2017: Another Record for Montana Tourism

2017: Record number of visitors to Montana, record bed tax revenue for Montana.

Mountain Bluebird

Wonderful to see streaks of blue flying through the air. Photo by Randy Smith of a mountain bluebird.

Expedited Timeframe on Sperry Chalet Construction

Efforts continue on the rebuilding of Sperry Chalet in Glacier National Park. Lots of challenges remain, but work is expected to start later this summer.

First Peoples Buffalo Jump State Park

First Peoples Buffalo Jump State Park near Ulm, MT. Historic place with sweeping views. Marx photo

Wild Turkeys

Introduced wild turkeys are flourishing throughout Montana.

Senator Daines Voices Support for the LWCF

Shout out to Montana Senator Steve Daines for his strong Land and Water Conservation Fund endorsement yesterday in committee. The LWCF benefits Montana's economy, outdoor recreation, forest management, and much more. Trust for Public Land photo of LWCF-funded Chestnut Mountain near Bozeman.

On the Lookout

These two elk seem to be looking for sure signs of spring.

Crossing the River

Hope you have a great Montana weekend. Stunning Laura Verhaeghe photo of the historic Maclay Bridge crossing the Bitterroot River.

Bozeman's New "Crown Jewel" Starts to Take Shape

Construction underway at Story Mill Park... Bozeman's new "crown jewel" and "flagship community park." Congrats to The Trust for Public Land and all involved.

Rock Ringling Honored at Washington, DC Event

Land Trust Alliance salutes a Montana conservation leader this morning in Washington DC ... Rock Ringling of The Montana Land Reliance. Congrats, Mr. Ringling. Alliance photo

Study: Montana Has Lost 1.3 Million Acres of Open Land Since 1990

Montana has lost 1.3 million acres of open land to housing development since 1990. We all want homes we can be proud of and economic opportunity, but all also benefit from Montana open land.

New Migration Method?

Has it been so wintery this spring in Montana that some birds are experimenting with new migration methods? Dan Casey photo #WildlifeWednesday

Bear Spray Do's and Dont's

Do you know how to use bear spray? Are you sure?