Recreation

BZN is the most well-served ski destination in the country, making a trip to Big Sky easier than ever

Mon. Oct. 14th, 2019

Rocky Mountain Businesses Call on Congress to Prioritize Public Lands

Fri. Oct. 4th, 2019

FWP acquires 160-acre addition to Mt. Haggin WMA

Wed. Oct. 2nd, 2019

Yellowstone National Park: Nature’s Teapot

Tue. Oct. 1st, 2019

Montana Grant

Years ago, my first Science Fair project was entitled “Nature’s Teapot!” I had visited Old Faithful and Yellowstone Park that summer and was now an expert on geysers. There is something amazing about watching, smelling, and visiting…

Top 10 Activities For Fall in Bozeman

Tue. Oct. 1st, 2019

Kate Hulbert

Fall is such a glorious time here in Bozeman! The colors are beautiful, there’s a chill in the air and everyone is soaking it up before settling in for a long winter. Here are the ten best ways to take advantage of fall in Bozeman. VISIT…

3 hunters survive Gravelly Mountains grizzly attacks

Tue. Sep. 17th, 2019

Outdoor Summer Camp

Sun. Sep. 1st, 2019

Montana Grant

Summertime is a great time to train future outdoorsman and women. The outdoors is full of life, fun, and critters. This is a perfect time to introduce new sports to the fold. Fishing Derbys serve the same role for future fishermen.Start by having the…

Top 10 Fall Hikes Around Bozeman

Sun. Sep. 1st, 2019

Kate Hulbert

Fall is one of the best times to hike in Bozeman because the tourists have left, making the trails less crowded. The colors as the leaves begin to change are beautiful to see. Here are ten of the best fall hikes in and around Bozeman. Bear…

Gone Fishing: The Best Fishing Spots Across the Mountain States

Fri. Aug. 30th, 2019

Warm temps trigger fishing restrictions for section of lower Big Hole River

Thu. Aug. 8th, 2019

Study finds native bighorn sheep herds retain migratory diversity

Mon. Aug. 5th, 2019

Soak City

Montana Hot Springs

Thu. Aug. 1st, 2019

Montana Grant

Montanans love to soak! Once the summer heats up, herds of Montanans flow to the lakes, rivers, spas, and hot springs. Their goal is to soak away their stress and problems. The minerals in the waters can also be beneficial.Native nomadic tribes would…

The Headwaters Three Ways

Thu. Aug. 1st, 2019

Sarah Cairoli

Montana has almost 170,000 miles of river, but the 18 miles leading into the Missouri River’s headwaters are some of the most scenic in the Bozeman area. Although not considered the best fishing waters, the final stretches of the Jefferson…

Getting Plugged in to Bozeman

One Newcomer’s Quest to Call Bozeman Home

Thu. Aug. 1st, 2019

Sarah May

After making the three-day cross-country move, I stared wide-eyed at the Bridger Mountain range eager to make Bozeman feel like home. Moving from Georgia to Montana meant over 3,000 feet in elevation gain, limiting my ability to see breathtaking…

Where Rivers Run

Wed. Jul. 24th, 2019

Elizabeth Anderson

The Quick Getaways Montana has to Offer this Summer

Wed. Jul. 24th, 2019

Natalie Waddington

Bridge at Cobblestone Fishing Access Site on Madison River to be replaced

Mon. Jul. 22nd, 2019

Summer Hunter Education courses offered throughout southwest Montana

Fri. Jul. 12th, 2019

Faces of the Continental Divide: Sharing Stories, Connecting Communities

Fri. Jul. 12th, 2019

FWP reminds boaters of hazardous river conditions

Tue. Jul. 9th, 2019

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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!

Way to Grow! Houseplant Basics

Sat. Sep. 26 1-2pm

Phoenix Garden Center 1770 Cobb Hill Road, Bozeman

FREE class about indoor plant care! Perfect information session for beginning & intermediate plant parents. Get hot tips to keep your house plants healthy & happy!

BPS Ghost Walking Tours

Fri. Sep. 11 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.

Show and Tell

Fri. Sep. 4 7-9pm

Studio Wheelhouse 10 Evergreen Dr Ste B, Bozeman

Join The Bozeman Poetry Collective for show and tell. Bring your poems, paintings, songs, a new recipe, a cool rock you found! This is our most open format open mic. See you there!

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Regional Campgrounds

Spire Creek Campground

16 miles N of Big Sky on US 191, 2 miles E on Squaw Creek Rd

Fairy Lake Campground

22 miles N of Bozeman on MT 86, 5 miles W on Fairy Lake Rd

A campground in the Bridger Mountains on the Bozeman District.

Swan Creek Campground

10 miles N of Big Sky on US 191, 1 mile E on Swan Creek Rd

Red Cliff Campground

7 miles S of Big Sky on US 191

This campground sits next to the Gallatin River, at an elevation of 6,200 feet. Most campsites are situated among scattered pine and fir trees. Some sites are located in open meadows further from the river.

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