Finding Refuge in Wild Places
The region’s wildlife refuges and waterfowl production areas are essential destinations for bird and animal watching, fishing, hunting and basking in gorgeous autumn scenery
Art, Antlers & Adventure
Aaron Bork has combined his passions for antlers and art into a craft that is raw, wild and beautiful
Service from the Saddle
Forty-five years after the first Back Country Horsemen chapter formed in Columbia Falls, members across the nation remain faithful to the founding
Hiking Loops, One Ways, and a Lollipop
Maximize miles on the trail this summer with this guide
For Bees’ Sake
Local commercial and hobbyist beekeepers continue to better their practices in order to promote healthy, happy bee colonies
Springing to Life
The spring season’s weather may be fickle, but there’s plenty to do outdoors: skiing, fishing, boating, hiking, wildlife viewing
Winter’s Treasure Chest
Explore five of Northwest Montana’s prettiest winter destinations
The Extra Mile
Many of the wildest excursions in Northwest Montana start in downtown Kalispell, at a little mountain shop owned by Don and Colleen Scharfe, where adventure-minded folks find the finest gear, guidance and a community of their own
Rising Voices
I’ve Been Asking, a poem by Dylan Running Crane, from the 21st issue of the Whitefish Review
Preserving an Icon
View wildlife at the National Bison Range in Moiese
Awesome Autumn
Wondrous ways to experience a season of change
A Champion for Wilderness
Deb Mucklow Starling, Spotted Bear’s longest-serving district ranger, leaves behind a 37-year Forest Service career and a towering legacy of service
Poia Paradise
Forget about the summer rush with a laid-back hike to beautiful Poia Lake
As We Approach Mars
Carmel Johnston on her experience as the commander of the NASA-funded Hawaii Space Exploration
For The Love of Hiking
Favorite summits, lakes, wildflower and wildlife viewing areas, and other memories from a Northwest Montana hiking addict
