Peaks, Peace and Poetry

Kevin Brustuen

“When despair for the world grows in meand I wake in the night at the least soundin fear of what my life and my children’s lives may be,I go and lie down where the wood drakerests in his beauty on the water, and the great heron feeds.I…

One Woman’s Belief in Bozeman’s Ability to Change

Ruby Zitzer

There are countless reasons to live in Bozeman. For me, getting to live here has been a privilege. I have trails right out my front door, a community that supports me, and the opportunity to pick and choose what activity to do for the day. Many of us…

How Wildfires Can Benefit Montana’s Birds

Before it’s over, this year’s fire season will devour a record number of forest acreage across the West. This year, Montana has largely been spared, excluding the residents of Bozeman’s Bridger canyon, and as residents of the state…

2021 Bozeman’s Choice Reader Poll Vote Now Thru Nov 7

Angie Ripple

Each October since 2014, we’ve asked our readers and the greater Bozeman community to vote in the Bozeman’s Choice Reader Poll. Thankfully it’s October, and we get to ask you to vote again, and as you put your stamp of approval on…

Lights In Darkness

Ruby Zitzer, photos by Joey Wishart

My dad is the type of guy you would go to for advice. He is always a man of reason. He doesn’t often get caught up in drama or conspiracies or paranormal situations. Members of his community, family, and friends call him up for help on…

NICA Has Come to Bozeman

Kat Forester

NICA has come to Bozeman. You may ask “what is NICA?” NICA is the National Interscholastic Cycling Association and its, mission is to build strong minds, bodies, characters, and community through cycling. The NICA values are fun…

Top 10 Things To Do in Bozeman This October

Kate Hulbert

Sadly, so many of our favorite fall activities have been canceled in Bozeman this year. The long-standing hay bale maze is canceled, and our beloved Bobcat football games will not be happening. We’ve updated this list with all the fall…

Riding For Science

Kris Drummond

August 8th, 2020, 7:00 am. That morning, like a single sudden morning every summer, I woke up reminded that seasons exist just when I was starting to consider a bedroom air conditioner. The first clue of the shift comes as an abrupt and unmistakable…

Every Picture Tells A Story

Montana Grant

A picture is worth a thousand words. How you take a picture is worth the time. You need to only look at the piles of old family fish pictures from years ago to agree with this statement. They are out of focus, fuzzy, unframed, and lousy. There was no…

Tips for Visitors to National & State Parks

How To Enjoy The Outdoors With COVID-19

When it comes to planning your visit, you’re going to want to cover all the usual bases: where you’re going, what you’ll need to bring, what the conditions are like, and who you’re traveling with. With COVID-19 in question…

Recreation Events

Yoga

Every Tuesday until Aug. 29, 12:15pm; Every Tuesday until Oct. 31, 12:15pm; Every Tuesday until Dec. 26, 12:15-1pm; Every Tuesday until Dec. 17, 12:15pm

Bozeman Public Library 626 East Main Street, Bozeman

Join certified yoga instructor Sara Clary for a gentle 45-minute flow.

Saturday Night Fever

Every Saturday until Mar. 7 2025, 10pm

Ponderosa Social Club 515 W. Aspen, Bozeman

Cosmic/disco bowling! Late Night Happy Hour drinks, throwback music videos, disco music!

Poker Tournament

Every Saturday, Sunday, noon-6pm

The Cat's Paw 721 N. 7th, Bozeman

Texas Hold'em Poker Tournament. Prize Pool Guaranteed to be at least $1500. Registration Open at 11:30 - late register by ~1:45. Food & Drinks served by our Friendly Staff.

Poker Tournament

Every Tuesday, 7-11pm

The Golden Zebra 321 E. Main St, Bozeman

Texas Hold'em Poker Tournament. $200 Added. Great way to learn the game! Registration Open at 6:30 - late register by ~7:30. Food & Drinks served by our Friendly Staff.

Get Up & Move: Yoga

First, Third Wednesday until Dec. 18, 10:15-11am

Belgrade Community Library 106 N Broadway, Belgrade

Join us for kids' yoga and activities every 1st and 3rd Wednesday of the month! Sessions are designed for children ages 2-6. Siblings of all ages welcome.

Circus & Acro Open Gym

Every Tuesday until Dec. 10, 6-8pm

The Emerson Center for the Arts & Culture 111 South Grand Ave, Bozeman

Run away to the circus! Learn or practice partner acrobatics, object manipulation, juggling, handstands and unicycling. Join a community of like-minded individuals and elevate your skills in a supportive environment.

Regional Campgrounds

Loch Leven Campground

9 miles S of Livingston of US 89 to mile post 44, 2 miles E, 4 miles S Rt 540

Loch Leven Fishing Access Site is located on the Yellowstone River 514 miles from the mouth on the right hand side as you face downstream.

Mallard’s Rest Campground

4 miles S of Livingston on US 89, 6 miles E on Pine Creek Rd

Mallard's Rest has 13 designated tent and trailer campsites, latrines, and a boat ramp. Fishing and boating may be enjoyed here.

Montana Ski Resorts

Discovery Basin Ski Area

Anaconda

An expert's brand of thrills served up in a local's hangout, Discovery is a terrific find that will remind you what skiing in Montana is all about.

MT Smokehouse

50 Big Sky Resort Road, Big Sky

A walk-up shack with picnic tables for outside eating that serves Montana-made Burgers, Chicken sandwiches, pulled pork and BBQ brisket and kid friendly foods. Open during ski season.