A Ski Bum’s Life – A Success Story

What is the first thing to come to mind when you hear “bum”? A down and out, dirty wino, warming his hands over a burning barrel, searching for the next meal and hoping to find shelter wherever he can? Often we hear “bum” to…

What is Side Country Skiing, and How Does it Affect Me?

Sidecountry Skiing = Backcountry Skiing Sidecountry is defined as out-of-bounds, backcountry terrain that is accessed from a ski area. The close proximity to a ski area makes accessing these areas easier, but does not provide any safety as there is…

Backcountry Skiing Essentials

I’ve never been caught in an avalanche. And luckily I’ve never had to dig anyone out. But I’ve known several people who have taken the unsolicited ride on a slab avalanche. One tragically lost his life. Living in a town like…

Why Oh Why Would you Fish in Winter?

Since this will be the last article I pen for the season I thought it appropriate to take a little look forward to the next few months when so many anglers across the area will be retiring their fishing gear until next spring. Now, I’m not one of…

Local Ski Programs For All Ages and Abilities

No matter where you ski, or your ability, there is a ski program at our local resorts for you. Bohart Moonlight, Big Sky and Bridger all offer programs for any type of skier, competitive and noncompetitive. If you are looking to improve you race…

The Changing of the Guard: In Search of Big Browns

With summer waning as mornings get crisper and cooler and days shorter, it brings me around to one of my favorite times of the year, fall. Fall conjures up images of overcast drizzly days and Blue Winged Olives buzzing around the back eddies of your…

So You Want to Learn to Fly Fish…

I figured with the beautiful summer weather we’re experiencing in Montana (after 8 plus months of winter that it seems like we just got done with) it might be nice to pen a little article for all of the residents of the Bozeman area who haven’t…

Bozeman Slacklining Club

It all started in Yosemite, circa 1970, the climbers who frequented the area discovered a past time that not only improved their balance and strength, but pushed their limits to the very edge. Slacklining is often confused with tightrope walking, but…

Take Your Kids Fishing

There aren’t not a whole lot of mantras that I follow in my fishing pursuits, after all what makes fishing fun is always learning something new and trying out things that you think others might not have. But when it comes to getting a young kid…

Oh No, the Fishing Has All Gone to Carp

So for those of you who pay attention to my ramblings from time to time, you’ve surely heard me tout the wonderful golden exotic treasure that is only so fittingly named the Common Carp. Every year when it starts to get a little warmer outside…

The Salmonfly Hatch: More than Myth and Lore

For many fishermen around the world the famous Montana Salmonfly hatch is as much about myth and lore as it is about actually getting a chance to fish “The Hatch.” Many will spend a lifetime dreaming and reading up on the hatch only to travel…

10 Bozeman Summer Activities

If you are new to the area, visiting or maybe you have lived here for years but don’t know what types of activities are available, here are 10 fabulous Bozeman area outdoor activities to check out this summer. 1. Farmers’ Markets –…

Saddle Sore No More

Tips to making your bike more enjoyable to ride We all know the feeling: you’ve got the perfect bike, whether old or new, that you absolutely love. It’s just what you want, except one thing. It doesn’t feel quite right. It nags you when you…

Choosing the Right Kind of Bike

When one walks into a bicycle shop these days, he or she is confronted with an overwhelming variety of colors, models and prices to choose from. What happened to the good ol’ times when it was just “off-road” or “on”?…

Playing in the Mud

Oftentimes the first thing that all fishermen think of when the rivers begin to swell and the waters turn the color of a cup of latte is to stay home or find a lake to fish. A common and forgivable mistake for sure. But for those of us who can’t…

Triathlon 101

If you have never been involved in the sport of triathlon, you are in for an amazing experience. No matter what distance you choose to start with, you should be exhilarated . . . and exhausted. Preparing for a triathlon race is a fantastic endeavor…

Big Sky’s Twin Zipline

click here to see our video:Big Sky’s Twin Zipline Big Sky resort is excited to announce the opening of a fourth and a fifth zipline for the 2010-2011 winter season.  The new lines are in the form of a Twin Zip, meaning two people can zip…

Grand Targhee Resort

Nestled in a quiet corner of paradise, Grand Targhee Resort is located in the Teton Mountain Range, in Alta Wyoming. The drive from Bozeman to Alta is a relatively quick and easy one. About three and a half hours of beautiful mountain scenery. Either…

Big Sky On-Mountain Dining: The Black Kettle

Big Sky skiers ripping the terrain of the Bowl on Lone Peak may feel they’re far from it all, but new this season, they’ll be closer than they think to delicious food served up at the Black Kettle. The new on-mountain dining option is located…

My Roots are in the Rocks

The September sun burned hot on my back. Muscles in my shoulders ached, as I rocked the gravel sifter back and forth. I felt primitive and exhausted, as I hunched over the trough of water, but for some reason I couldn’t help but smile. I belonged…

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; 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!

Regional Campgrounds

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.

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.

Montana Ski Resorts

Lookout Pass Ski Area

Wallace

Skiing & Snowboarding off I-90 Idaho & Montana border. Ski Resort with year-round activities; Mountain biking, cycling trails, ski & bike terrain.

Bridger Bowl

15795 Bridger Canyon Road, Bozeman

Bridger Bowl is a private non-profit community ski area located 16 miles north of Bozeman, Montana…

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.

Lost Trail Powder Mountain

Conner

Offers affordable family skiing in the Rocky Mountains. Located at the top of Lost Trail Pass, at the head of Montana's Bitterroot Valley.