Victory: a true adventure short story

The delicate spring flowers shyly displayed their new attire as we stepped lightly along the rough stone-filled trail. Butterflies, some golden, some blue, darted in front of us, as if to lead the way. We had not sensed that this was anything more…

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Warm Water Fly Fishing in MT?

So what in the world is a fly shop guy in Bozeman, Montana talking about fishing for bass, Sauger, Walleye and other “non-game species” for? That is a legitimate question. After all, we are in the heart of trout country — is there…

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Fear Bear: Roadtrip to Glacier National Park

Recently, I took a trip up to Glacier National Park with one of my best friends. She arrived at my apartment the evening before we departed, and I was determined to host a barbeque that night, despite wailing winds and looming thunderclouds. It was…

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Doggies On Your Mark

Bozeman Canine Classic, who brought Bozeman the K9-9K in May, is coordinating two events this fall for those who like to gain foot mileage in the company of their furry best friends. The 2nd annual Doggie Dash is a 1 mile fun run (or walk) on Sunday…

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Dry Flies – What’s the Draw?

Before I delve into the subject, a disclaimer, I’m not a dry fly guy, I’m a streamer fisherman, and so my perspective on dry flies comes from my desire to catch big fish, therefore you won’t find me chasing a Trico hatch, or even a…

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Bike to Meet Your Farmer

A grassroots organization called Human-Powered Mountaineers Inc. has sprouted out of the 2011 rain and is going strong this summer. The organization, teamed with local farmers, has been on a mission to educate the Bozeman area community about ways to…

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Gladys and I: A Biking Tale

Growing up, I was never very interested in biking. However, all of that changed when I moved to Bozeman, land of black labs named Bridger, Subarus, and bicycle enthusiasts. Although I have not yet been able to swing the acquisition of an…

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Hungry For Bikes: The Bozeman Bike Kitchen

Hungry for a bike? Bikes are on the menu at the Bozeman Bike Kitchen. We recommend you begin with an education appetizer served by a bike mechanic mentor. Not interested in an appetizer? Entrées include a bike frame; drivetrain and gearing;…

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Top 10 Hikes Around Bozeman

#1 Hyalite Creek Trail – 11 miles – This hike is for easy to moderate hikers and offers stunning views. Including passing 11 waterfalls!  Definitely one of the most beautiful hikes in the Bozeman area! #2 M Trail – 1.6 miles…

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