What do you pack for a day of fly fishing? Aside from the essentials, there are the elements to deal with: You’ll need layers to protect yourself from the blasting summer sun or the biting late-fall winds. And don’t forget the camera, or to stock...
As the executive director of Montana Trout Unlimited, David Brooks spends his days learning the ins and outs of legislation and issues as they pertain to fisheries. Dedicated to conserving, protecting, and restoring Montana’s coldwater fisheries and their watersheds, he’s the guy we approached to...
Auction for the Arts The Arts Council of Big Sky hosts its sixth annual fundraising art auction Thursday, March 22 at Moonlight Lodge. The evening begins at 6 p.m. with a quick-finish session with well-known artists including Kevin Red Star, Carol Hagan, Gary Lynn Roberts, John...
Yellowstone National Park is a destination for many anglers, but when you’re coming into the park from Montana, Wyoming, or Idaho, the federally-designated fishing regulations can take you by surprise. Here’s a bare-essentials start at what you need to know: When to fish: Fishing in the...
Bozeman’s renovated Rialto theater reopens in January 2018, launching the historic theater’s first winter season in more than 10 years with a lineup of talent from around the country. Originally built in 1908 as a two-story storefront, then converted into a theater in 1924, the...
Whether you’re praying for snow or praying for snow to go away, winter festivals are a celebration of the season and a way to make the most of the cold weather. Here are some winteresque events throughout the Northern Rockies, designed to brighten winter spirits. Jan....
Great Northern Powder Guides, based just north of Whitefish, Montana, is the state’s only backcountry cat-skiing operation. Located on 20,000 acres of Stillwater State Forest, owners Kylanne and Jay Sandelin pay a percentage of their annual gross income to the state school system in exchange...
It’s gift-giving season, but no matter the time of year or the occasion, why not give friends and family something with local flair? For the outdoor enthusiast to the fireside snuggler, the home chef to the world traveler, here are a variety of ideas for...
Perhaps you have a commute to work, perhaps it’s a long drive on a bumpy dirt road for a weekend hunting or fishing trip. Now outdoor enthusiasts can tune into a new podcast from Backcountry Hunters & Anglers. Hosted by outdoor journalist Hal Herring, BHA’s...
The Western Design Conference Exhibit + Sale (WDC), based in Jackson Hole, Wyoming, celebrated 25 years this fall, featuring cutting-edge, handcrafted designs in areas ranging from Western fashion and jewelry to furnishings, saddles, and home accessories. WDC executive director Allison Merritt works closely with conference...