Recreation

Chasing Fins at Hyalite Canyon

Wed. Sep. 1st, 2021

Christopher Dyrland-Marquis, photos by Brian Ripple

In the early morning light that grew on Hyalite Reservoir, a soft breeze rippled above its low waves and settled—slowly intertwining around the evergreens that peppered the water’s edge. I felt the green, Old Town canoe that I relaxed in…

FWP collecting upland game bird wings in southwest Montana

Mon. Aug. 30th, 2021

GVLT and City of Bozeman partner to acquire and protect 12-acres on Peets Hill/Burke Park

Fri. Aug. 27th, 2021

Fairies Ahead- Bumblewood Thicket Opens this Weekend!

Fri. Aug. 27th, 2021

Montana State Parks sees increase in visitation for the first six months of 2021

Sat. Aug. 21st, 2021

‘Hoot owl’ restrictions lifted on portions of some Montana rivers

Tue. Aug. 17th, 2021

Fishing closures announced on portions of Big Hole River

Tue. Aug. 17th, 2021

Grizzly bear injures two people in Madison Range

Thu. Aug. 12th, 2021

Upland Game Enhancement Program projects Access Guide Available Online Starting Aug 11

Sat. Aug. 7th, 2021

Butte Becomes Fourth Montana City Designated as a Gateway to the Continental Divide Trail

Fri. Aug. 6th, 2021

Youth injured by otter while floating Big Hole River

Mon. Aug. 2nd, 2021

Reroute to Pilgrim for Kids Cycling

Sun. Aug. 1st, 2021

Kat Forester

Looking for something fun to do with your kids this summer in Bozeman? Now through August 13, Pilgrim Church [2118 S 3rd Ave, Bozeman] is hosting a race track for kids and families to bike, trike and skate on. The church has converted a portion of…

Tips and Tricks: Floating on the Madison River

Sun. Aug. 1st, 2021

Christopher Dyrland-Marquis

The bustling riverbank located shortly off of Montana Highway 84 buzzed with activity, as scores of tube-floating specialists paddled down the meandering Madison River, maneuvered their tubes to shore, and shared generous bounties of drinks and…

Top 10 Last Best Things To Do In August

Sun. Aug. 1st, 2021

Kate Emmerich

Just about this time, as sunny, sweet July comes to a close and August rears its fiery head, many Montanans ask themselves the same question: Where did the summer go?! Although I have spent many years lamenting the notion of a disappearing summer…

City of Bozeman Fire Chief issues emergency order closing all burning in city limits of Bozeman

Thu. Jul. 22nd, 2021

ALL Custer Gallatin National Forest lands implemented at midnight tonight are moving to NO FIRES PERIOD

Tue. Jul. 20th, 2021

Fish and Wildlife Commission to hold work session July 27

Fri. Jul. 16th, 2021

DNA confirms euthanized bear responsible for Ovando attack

Thu. Jul. 15th, 2021

Floating discouraged on the Smith River due to Ellis Fire

Wed. Jul. 14th, 2021

10 Outdoor Recreation Organizations Unite to Launch Outside Kind Campaign in Gallatin Valley

Sat. Jul. 10th, 2021

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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; Every Tuesday until Dec. 30, 12:15pm; Every Tuesday until Jan. 27, 12:15-1pm; Every Tuesday until Feb. 2 2027, 12:15-1pm

Bozeman Public Library 626 East Main Street, Bozeman

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

Gyrokinesis - An Introduction

Every Thursday until Oct. 30, 12:15-1pm; Every Thursday until Nov. 20, 12:15-1pm; Every Thursday until Dec. 18, 12:15-1pm; Every Thursday until Feb. 26, 12:15-1pm; Every Thursday until Feb. 4 2027, 12:15-1pm

Bozeman Public Library 626 East Main Street, Bozeman

Discover the joy of movement in this gentle, seated class led by certified instructor Erin Groth, and designed to support spinal health, body awareness, and overall well-being.

Game Night Live Trivia

Every Tuesday until Dec. 29, 6-8pm

Outlaw Brewing 2876 N 27th, Bozeman

Our games are free to play and are for everyone who likes to play games and win prizes!

BPS Ghost Walking Tours

Fri. Nov. 6 8-11pm

Court Hours Corner of 3rd and Main Street, Bozeman

Join Bozeman Paranormal on our annual ghost walking tours. learn about the colorful haunted history of Bozeman.

Senior Sing Along with Kate Bryan (Projected Lyrics)

Every Tuesday, 1:30-2:30pm

Pilgrim Church (Emmett Room) - Enter South Door 2118 S. 3rd Avenue, Bozeman

Joyful, fun-filled sing-along gathering. Friendship and connection through music (ages 45 to 105). No singing experience required — just bring your love of music. songs from multiple generations & genres (pop, country, folk, , blues, rock, etc).

Teen D&D Sessions: Group #1

Sat. Nov. 7 11am-1pm

Belgrade Community Library 106 N Broadway, Belgrade

Soar high into a world of adventure with DM Peter!

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Regional Campgrounds

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.

Hyalite Canyon Mulitple Campgrounds

Chisholm - 18 miles S of Bozeman on S 19th to Hyalite Canyon Rd
Hood Creek - 17 miles S of Boz. on  S 19th to Hyalite Canyon Rd
Langhor – 11 miles S of Bozeman on  S 19th to Hyalite Canyon Rd

Built in the 1940s, Hyalite Canyon has year-round recreational possibilities and refreshing…

Greek Creek Campground

11 miles N of Big Sky on US 191

A campground in the Gallatin Canyon on Bozeman District.

Moose Creek Flat Campground

9 miles N of Big Sky on US 191

Moose Creek Flat Campground is located in the Gallatin Canyon, 32 miles south of Bozeman on US Highway 191.

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