Katya Peterson 
The Montana rivalry between Montana State University and the University of Montana runs much deeper than the annual football game. Last week on the blog, we highlighted UM, and now we will take a look at what bleeding blue and gold — GO BOBCATS — looks like. Current students and alumni alike are more than … Read more
The school year is right around the corner, and being the procrastinator that I am, I have yet to begin the packing process–no need to mention that I move this Tuesday. I am a master of procrastination, my tactics ranging from cleaning the entire house (other than my own room) to taking a nap or … Read more
The transition between the days of the buffalo and life on the reservation was not easy for the Native American peoples. As the white men continued to move across the country, and settle in the west, the Native American way of life was undergoing immense changes that would forever affect the people. Chief Plenty Coups … Read more
Reynolds Creek Fire Update I’m sure many, if not all, of you have heard about the Reynolds Creek Fire that is burning in Glacier National Park. I mean it’s national news, and has even been mentioned on the Today Show. The fire has burned around 4,000 acres, but Glacier National Park covers 1.1 million acres. … Read more
In one way or another, I am sure everyone has had the experience of saying, “let’s give it one last chance.” Whether it was a relationship, hobby, business endeavor, or career path, the sentiment is far from foreign. The Four Georgians, who are to thank for putting Helena, Montana on the map, also shared this … Read more
Fatigue grips your body. You have been travelling for hours with no shelter from the elements. There is snow covering the ground and the wind is howling, freezing your extremities. In the distance you hear the cry of a bobcat, and something rustles in a bush at your feet. Along the horizon you make out … Read more
The whoop and cry of the braves. The startled bellows of the bison as they plummet to their death. The schthichk of skin ripped from flesh. The chanting murmurs of the butchers. Wood smoke. Dust. Blood crushed grass. Raw meat, slowly heating in the sun. This is the pishkun, the deep blood kettle. For over … Read more
While on the topic of the great outdoors, it is important to point out that a vast majority of the state is “Bear Country.” This means that while enjoying all the outdoors have to offer, it is important to be Bear Aware! So, Question One: What attracts bears? Garbage Dishes/Pots Coolers Food Pet Food/Bowls Camp … Read more
Having grown up in Montana, camping has been a family activity since day one. For me, and many others born and raised in this beautiful state, camping is a way of life, a staple if you will. One of my fondest memories is from the Two Medicine Campground in Glacier National Park, the day I … Read more
I remember taking a family road trip to Glacier National Park as a child. Driving from Helena, MT to East Glacier, we carefully followed US 89 (a route known as the National Park to Park Highway as it connects twelve National Parks, but we will save that for another post). As we followed the trail … Read more
