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The Offi cial 2010-2011 Missoula AreaVisitor & Relocation Guide
D E S T I N A T I O N M I S S O U L A
ORIGINAL ARTWORK BY LARRY PIRNIE
MissoulaM O N T A N A
Literally steps away from the Clark Fork River and within walking distance to Missoula’s Downtown and
the University of Montana campus. Our 171 luxurious guestrooms have either mountain or river views.
Enjoy our Sweet Dreams bedding by Doubletree as well as high-speed wireless internet throughout the hotel.
Offering 9,000 square feet of meeting & banquet space and complete banquet and conference services.
And if you’re hungry, you’ve got to experience Finn & Porter – right on the premises. Whether it’s an appetizer of raw
oysters or gourmet pizza on Missoula’s BEST deck overlooking the river, or award-winning steaks, seafood
and broiled chops, you’re in for a treat.
Stay on the River
100 Madison • Missoula, MT 59802Reservations: 800-222-TREE • Hotel Direct: 406-728-3100
www.missoulaedgewater.doubletree.com
www.finnandporter.com/missoula/
DOWNTOWN PARK & RIVERSIDE LOCATION • WIFI
SUITES AVAILABLE • ESPRESSO BAR • GIFT SHOP
BUSINESS CENTER • HEALTH CLUB • INDOOR POOL
RESTAURANT • FULL SERVICE LOUNGE CASINO
CONFERENCE CENTER • MEETING SPACE
SPACIOUS ATRIUM • AAA APPROVED • FREE
PARKING • COMPLIMENTARY AIRPORT SHUTTLE
STAY DOWNTOWN
200 S PATTEE ST • MISSOULA, MONTANA
406 .721 .8550 • H I M I S S O U L A . C O M
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STAY COOLWe believe you’reat your best whenyou can just relaxand be yourself.A t Hol iday Innyou always can.
STAY YOU
Literally steps away from the Clark Fork River and within walking distance to Missoula’s Downtown and
the University of Montana campus. Our 171 luxurious guestrooms have either mountain or river views.
Enjoy our Sweet Dreams bedding by Doubletree as well as high-speed wireless internet throughout the hotel.
Offering 9,000 square feet of meeting & banquet space and complete banquet and conference services.
And if you’re hungry, you’ve got to experience Finn & Porter – right on the premises. Whether it’s an appetizer of raw
oysters or gourmet pizza on Missoula’s BEST deck overlooking the river, or award-winning steaks, seafood
and broiled chops, you’re in for a treat.
Stay on the River
100 Madison • Missoula, MT 59802Reservations: 800-222-TREE • Hotel Direct: 406-728-3100
www.missoulaedgewater.doubletree.com
www.finnandporter.com/missoula/
DOWNTOWN PARK & RIVERSIDE LOCATION • WIFI
SUITES AVAILABLE • ESPRESSO BAR • GIFT SHOP
BUSINESS CENTER • HEALTH CLUB • INDOOR POOL
RESTAURANT • FULL SERVICE LOUNGE CASINO
CONFERENCE CENTER • MEETING SPACE
SPACIOUS ATRIUM • AAA APPROVED • FREE
PARKING • COMPLIMENTARY AIRPORT SHUTTLE
STAY DOWNTOWN
200 S PATTEE ST • MISSOULA, MONTANA
406 .721 .8550 • H I M I S S O U L A . C O M
SAVE 10% WHEN YOU ASK FOR
THE DESTINATION MISSOULA RATE
STAY COOLWe believe you’reat your best whenyou can just relaxand be yourself.A t Hol iday Innyou always can.
STAY YOU
Experience Western Montanathe moment you walk in the door.
Western Montana’s largest hotel conference center 22,000 sq. ft. fl exible event space
3720 North Reserve Street | Missoula, Montana 59808406.532.5300 | www.missoula.HGI.com
Home of “Creative American Cooking”…It’s food you know and love, layered with delicious new flavors.
Blue Canyon Missoula | 3720 N. Reserve St. | Missoula, MT 59808406.541.blue (2583) | www.BlueCanyonRestaurant.com
…just next door to the Hilton Garden Inn
Contents
Meet the Cover Artist . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6
Introduction: The Garden City . . . . . . . 8
Missoula Attractions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10
Arts & Entertainment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18
Missoula Events . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24
Calendar of Events . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26
University of Montana . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28
Outdoor Recreation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 32
Missoula Map . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 40
Shopping . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 42
Day Trips . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 46
Missoula Area Lodging . . . . . . . . . . . . 54
RV Parks and Camping . . . . . . . . . . . 63
Dining . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 64
Relocation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 71
Destination Missoula
1121 E. Broadway #103
Missoula, Montana 59802
1-800-526-3465 or 406-532-3250
fax: 406-543-2304
www.destinationmissoula.org
e-mail: [email protected]
Above: "Peonies for Sale." Homegrown fl owers at the farmers market against a backdrop of fresh produce. KATIE SHUY/ BEST SHOT SUBMISSION
Front Cover: “Big Sky Country.” ORIGINAL ARTWORK BY LARRY PIRNIE
Carol Sharkey-Blodgett Publisher/Advertising Sales
Barbara Neilan and Sage Grendahl Editors
Lisa Mee Design & Production
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Experience Western Montanathe moment you walk in the door.
Western Montana’s largest hotel conference center 22,000 sq. ft. fl exible event space
3720 North Reserve Street | Missoula, Montana 59808406.532.5300 | www.missoula.HGI.com
Home of “Creative American Cooking”…It’s food you know and love, layered with delicious new flavors.
Blue Canyon Missoula | 3720 N. Reserve St. | Missoula, MT 59808406.541.blue (2583) | www.BlueCanyonRestaurant.com
…just next door to the Hilton Garden Inn
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Continuing the tradition of sharing and celebrating Missoula’s
unique cultural community, Destination Missoula is proud to feature Larry Pirnie as our cover artist and to celebrate the birthday of two Missoula cultural icons. Destination Missoula wishes Larry a very happy 70th birthday. Born in 1940 in Bettendorf, Iowa, Pirnie spent summers traveling to the West to visit
his grandparents. He met Norman Rockwell in 1959 and acted on his recommendation to attend the Pratt Institute in New York. After earning his BFA from Pratt, he worked in advertising and marketing for many years before giving up a corporate position to live his dream of being a cowboy artist. He moved to Montana in 1978 and met his wife Irene. She became his agent and has since placed his paintings in 130 galleries. In 2004, Lynne Himes opened The Pirnie Art Showroom in Missoula and represents his work exclusively. In addition to the originals always on display in the showroom in Missoula, in recent years his work has traveled to Las Vegas, New York, and Scottsdale.
Capturing the color, excitement, vitality and romance of life in the West, Larry Pirnie exemplifi es the spirit of Montana through his paintings. He has spent over three decades living and painting in Montana, yet he is widely known and collected throughout the country, because his art is unmistakably Pirnie. Larry has also donated many original paintings to community charities and organizations so that the prints of his works may be sold as an ongoing source of funding. He remains the inspiration behind the Pirnie Rodeo Scholarship
which helps a local cowboy or cowgirl meet the fi nancial needs associated with pursing their dream of rodeo.
This year’s cover, Big Sky Country, was part of an original six panel mural created for and donated to the Missoula Children’s Theatre for the grand opening of its new theatre completed in 1998. It has since graced the walls of the spectacular jewel toned lobby of the theatre. The Missoula Children’s Theatre is our second featured cultural icon and is celebrating its 40th birthday. In 1970 through the serendipitous meeting of its co-founders, Don Collins and Jim Caron, the Missoula Children’s Theatre was born. It has since grown to the largest touring children’s theatre in the nation based on their mission to develop life skills in children through participation in the performing arts. Today, MCT annually tours to 1,300 communities in all 50 states, three Canadian Territories and fi ve Canadian Provinces, and
16 countries around the world! Additionally, in Missoula MCT provides an array of community and children’s theater productions throughout the year, and hosts three summer performing arts camps for students grade 6-10 on the shores of beautiful Seeley and Flathead Lakes. MCT’s newest endeavor is Next Step Prep, a fully accredited performing arts boarding school.
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Imagine yourself in Missoula…Getting here is easier than you think!
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Where Western Montana Meets the World
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Above: Missoula Children's Theatre. PHOTO COURTESY OF MCT INC./ROGER WADE
Imagine yourself in Missoula…Getting here is easier than you think!
NON-ST0P SERVICE TO:
Allegiant Air—Las Vegas, Phoenix Mesa, Los AngelesDelta/Northwest—Salt Lake City, MinneapolisHorizon Air—SeattleUnited Airlines/Sky West—Denver, Chicago, San Francisco
Direct fl ights to nine major markets & connecting fl ights to thousands of destinations worldwide.
Where Western Montana Meets the World
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K nown as the “Garden City” for its dense trees and lush green landscape, Missoula is nestled in the heart of the northern Rockies in Western Montana. A community of nearly
110,000 residents, Missoula lies in a mountain forest setting where fi ve valleys converge. Missoula is 140 miles from Glacier National Park and 270 miles from Yellowstone National Park.
The search for gold in the West and the completion of the Mullan Road, which opened travel from Fort Benton, Mont., to Walla Walla, Wash., brought people to the valley in 1860. Missoula began as a settlement called Hell Gate and was later renamed Missoula, taken from the Salish Indian word that means “near the cold, chilling waters.”
Missoula offers an abundance of recreational opportunities. Three major rivers (Bitterroot, Blackfoot and the Clark Fork of the Columbia) run through the area, and Rock Creek, known for its blue ribbon trout fi shing, is just 20 minutes from Missoula. There are several major lakes within an hour’s drive of Missoula, including Flathead Lake, the largest freshwater lake in the Western United States.
Hiking, biking, camping and rock climbing abound
in Western Montana, as Missoula is within 100 miles of seven wilderness areas: Bob Marshall, Mission Mountains, Anaconda-Pintlars, Rattlesnake, Scapegoat, Selway-Bitterroot and Welcome Creek. Mount Sentinel,
Mount Jumbo, Lolo Peak and Squaw Peak, in addition to the Blue Mountain and Pattee Canyon recreation areas, provide hiking, biking and skiing opportunities without the drive.
Opportunities for skiing and snowmobiling are abundant during the winter months. Snowbowl Ski Area is a 20-minute drive from downtown Missoula and features a continuous vertical drop of 2,600 feet, one of the steepest in the country. Discovery Ski Area, Lookout
Pass, Black Tail, and Lost Trail are all within 100 miles of Missoula. Groomed cross-country trails and countless miles of snowmobiling trails can be found within an hour’s drive.
Missoula is also rich with golfi ng opportunities for both the advanced and the novice golfer. There are eight golf courses in the area (High lands, King Ranch, Larchmont, The University of Montana, Missoula Country Club, Linda Vista, The Ranch Club, and Canyon River).
Montana’s most culturally diverse city, Missoula thrives
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on events and attractions. Sporting events, the symphony, live theater productions, gallery events, public markets, festivals and fairs offer an abundance of entertainment. Attractions such as Missoula Children's Theatre, Garnet Ghost Town, the Rocky Mountain Elk Foundation and the Smokejumper Visitor Center, in addition to many others, bring tourists to Missoula year after year.
Come play with us! Missoula was named as a 2009 Playful City. Playful City USA is a national recognition program honoring cities and towns across the nation committed to taking action for play. Missoulians prioritize healthy living each day by engaging in active fun, be it at Splash Montana, A Carousel for Missoula, a concert in a park, our wonderful museums and other attractions or even enjoying a hike on open space. We believe wellness is holistic, and play is the avenue to a healthier community and economy, as well as healthier and happier children.
Missoula serves as the center for education, medicine, retail and the arts. Its largest employers are Community Medical Center, Missoula County Public Schools, St. Patrick Hospital, Southgate Mall and The University of Montana.
One of the most desirable places to live and visit in the United States, Missoula has something for everyone. For more information, visit www.destinationmissoula.org.
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Above: Sunset over Missoula valley. DENNIS WEBBER / BEST SHOT SUBMISSION
Right: Ripples. JON KEARNS / BEST SHOT SUBMISSION
Cultural Tourism wasn’t invented in Missoula, but the Garden City has come close to perfecting it. Even before Captains Lewis and Clark and their Corps of Discovery
visited, the rivers and mountain valleys of this region were well-traveled routes. Pioneer settlers added their ethnic mix to the Native American culture, and frontier heritage continues to be one of Missoula’s greatest attractions.
Just as intriguing is Missoula’s contemporary and cosmopolitan culture. World-famous artists appear with the symphony orchestra. Jazz, pop and country music stars appear regularly in venues ranging from large concert halls to intimate pubs and outdoor settings. In the visual arts, Missoula abounds in museums, galleries and art studios exhibiting everything from western and wildlife paintings and sculpture to contemporary art.
The literary and dramatic arts thrive here in such abundance that Missoula has an international reputation as Montana’s “Cultural Superstar.” The annual Montana Festival of the Book, International Wildlife Film Festival and International Choral Festival are among the many events with growing international appeal. The Big Sky Documentary Film Festival (February), River City Roots Festival (August), and First Night Missoula (December) are among the annual
festivals that attract visitors to Missoula each year. In addition, The University of Montana provides a continuous schedule of cultural activities as well as its year-round Grizzly sporting events.
But more than the high arts draw cultural tourists to the Garden City. The majestic mountains and forests that surround us shape Missoula’s culture, and the rivers inspire writers, artists and crafters. Recreation is an art form as well with visitors combining rafting, hiking and biking activities with concerts, plays or poetry readings.
Downtown is a vibrant cultural district in itself and the communities surrounding Missoula also provide a varied menu of experiences. Missoula is the “gateway city” for travel routes and loop trails throughout Western Montana; a visitor’s experience is incomplete without
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Above: Caras Park. TAYLAR ROBBINS
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Best ShotAs you are enjoying the amazing
photography throughout this year’s Guide, please take special note of the photographs identifi ed as Best Shot Submissions. To highlight the creativity of this community, Destination Missoula partnered with the Missoulian, our daily newspaper, in the second annual Best Shot Photo Contest, asking Missoula residents to submit their best photographs depicting the essence of Missoula. As you can see, these every day, amateur photographers submitted some stunning photos and we are proud to share Missoula through their eyes! Please make special note of the winner of this year's contest on page 24, by Peter Tucker.
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Located just off Reserve & South Ave.Bldg. 322 Fort Missoula
Missoula, MT 59804 • 406-728-3476www.fortmissoulamuseum.org
Fort Missoula, established in 1877, was one of the first military posts in Montana. With over 25,000 artifacts and 13 historic
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Above: Unbridled exuberance with all the pretty horses at a Carousel for Missoula. MARYANN FRYE/BEST SHOT SUBMISSION
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A Carousel for Missoula“If you will give it a home, and
promise no one will ever take it apart, I will build a Carousel for Missoula.”
This was the promise Missoula cabinet-maker Chuck Kaparich made to the Missoula City Council in 1991. Kaparich, who had spent many childhood hours on the carousel at famous Columbia Gardens in Butte, Montana, had already carved four carousel ponies and purchased an antique frame in thousands of pieces. The council accepted his generous offer and Kaparich’s dream of “A Carousel for Missoula” became the dream of a community.
By opening day in 1995, more than 100,000 hours of volunteer time had gone into the construction of more than forty ponies, two chariots, fourteen gargoyles, gargoyle frames, and mirror frames, and the largest band organ in continuous use in the United States, all within a jewel-box building.
Community members donated time, services, materials, and encouragement. School children collected more than one million pennies to adopt four of the ponies; stained-glass artists constructed shimmering windows; majestic horses’ heads emerged from blocks of wood; and people found lasting friendships among the woodchips. The community extended as far as Calgary, Alberta, Canada, where the Midnight Rose Carvers built a friendship horse for Missoula.
Open daily 11 A.M. to 5:30 P.M. Sept. through May, and 11 A.M. to 7 P.M. June through Aug. (Check for extended hours). Carousel rides are 50 cents for children and seniors and $1.50 for adults; people with physical or mental challenges are welcome to ride free. 101 Carousel Drive in Caras Park, downtown Missoula. 406-549-8382. www.carrousel.com.
Dragon HollowIn the spring of 2001, more than
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a nd DRAGON HOLLOW PLAYAREAA community-built play area featuring a 3-headeddragon guarding a castle. Located next to the Carousel.
406-549-8382LOCATED DOWNTOWN IN CARAS PARK OFF FRONT STREET
Group Tours Available!
You’ll love our Gift Shop–Band Organ–Seasonal Concessions Stand!
4,000 volunteers gathered to create Dragon Hollow Playarea in just nine days. A grassy fi eld adjacent to Missoula’s Carousel became a magical play land with the help of the entire community and friends from around the world. Dragon Hollow is open weekdays 8 A.M. until dusk, weekends 9 A.M. until dusk. Free. 101 Carousel Drive in Caras Park, Downtown Missoula. 406-549-8382. www.carrousel.com.
Aerial Fire Depot & Smokejumper Center
The nation’s largest training base for smokejumpers—highly trained specialists who parachute into remote areas of national forests to fi ght wildfi res—is located in Missoula. The depot’s visitor center offers updated displays and videos related to fi re suppression. Guided tours of the parachute loft and training facilities are available. Open Memorial Day through Labor Day 8:30 A.M. to 5 P.M. Guided tours typically last forty-fi ve to
sixty minutes and begin at 10 A.M., 11 A.M., 1 P.M., 2 P.M., 3 P.M., and 4 P.M. Admission is free, and donations are accepted. Located a half-mile west of the airport at 5756 West Broadway. 406-329-4934. www.smokejumpers.com.
City ParksMissoula city parks boast facilities for
virtually any sport or event imaginable. Parks are available for picnics, family reunions, and other events. Pedestrian bridges and paved trails connect Southgate Mall and the downtown area. Parks are open 6 A.M. to 11 P.M. daily. Missoula Parks and Recreation, 600 Cregg Lane. 406-721-PARK (7275). www.missoulaparks.org.
Currents Aquatics CenterLocated at McCormick Park, Currents
Aquatics Center is an indoor water park open year-round. It features two water slides, a children’s water playground, leisure pool and resistance channel,
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spa, party room, and meeting rooms and is also the home of Missoula Parks and Recreation headquarters. Open daily, Mon.-Fri. 6 A.M. to 8:00 P.M.; Sat. 8 A.M. to 6 P.M., Sun. 11 A.M. to 6 P.M. Admission: 11 & under–$3.25; 12-17– $3.75; 18+ – $5.50; seniors (58+) – $3.75. Located at 600 Cregg Lane. 406-721-PARK (7275). www.missoulaparks.org.
Splash MontanaThe whole family can enjoy three
water slides, the lazy river and log walk, children’s water playground, and leisure pool. The center’s on-deck lounge chairs and full service cafe make Splash Montana the place to be on a hot summer day. Open 11 A.M. to 7:30 P.M. daily, Memorial Day through the end of August. Admission: 11 & under–$3.50; 12-17 –$4.00; Adult – $5.75; Seniors (58+) – $4.00. Located in Playfair Park at 3001 Bancroft Street. 406-542-WAVE (9283). www.missoulaparks.org.
Downtown MissoulaThe city’s center for arts, culture,
entertainment, shopping, and dining is Downtown Missoula. Enjoy the Garden City’s public markets and First Friday Gallery Night. Or take in one of many events in Missoula’s Town Square, Caras Park including: Out to Lunch, Downtown ToNight, the River City Roots Festival, and a host of other popular events. Take in a live play, see an exhibit, shop in the more than 100 specialty stores and boutiques, dine at one of nearly 100 restaurants, and enjoy Missoula’s nightlife at one of more than forty bars. Missoula Downtown Association, 218 East Main. 406-543-4238. www.missouladowntown.com.
Glacial Lake MissoulaIf you could have visited this area
15,000 years ago, you would have found it completely submerged under Glacial Lake Missoula. This ancient lake formed as the Cordilleran Ice Sheet pressed southward and dammed the Clark Fork River just as it entered what is now Idaho. The valleys upstream, including today’s Bitterroot and Missoula valleys, fi lled with
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water up to an elevation of 4,200 feet. Over the course of several centuries, the ice dam periodically weakened and burst, causing massive amounts of water to surge across Idaho, Oregon, and Washington toward the Pacifi c Ocean in a series of catastrophic fl oods.
Thundering waves and chunks of ice tore away the soil down to the bedrock, carved ripple marks into the plains, and scattered boulders along the way. Today the Ice Age Floods Institute and its Glacial Lake Missoula Chapter are dedicated to telling the story of the cataclysmic fl oods that swept across the Pacifi c Northwest. Learn more at www.iceagefl oodinstitute.org or the Montana Natural History Center, 120 Hickory. 406-327-0405. www.montananaturalist.org.
Hallways to HistorySouthgate Mall unlocks the unique
history of Missoula with an exclusive photo exhibit, “Hallways to History – A Photographic Walk through Missoula’s Past.” It emphasizes photos from the K. Ross Toole Photography collection at The University of Montana as well as photographs from other local private collectors. Each photo has a narrative describing its historical signifi cance. This is one of the largest photographic collections on display in one location with photos dating back as far as 1883. “Hallways to History” is a fun way to experience Missoula’s past. The exhibit is on display daily in each of the major service hallways at Southgate Mall. Southgate Mall, 2901 Brooks Street. 406-721-5140. www.shopsouthgate.com.
International Wildlife Media Center & Film Festivals
The International Wildlife Media Center and Film Festival works to promote awareness, knowledge and understanding of wildlife, habitat, people and nature through excellent fi lm, television and other media. The IWMC hosts the world-renowned International Wildlife Film Festival (May) and the Montana CINE (Oct), the last best fi lm fest, showcasing cultural and
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The Montana Film Academy, part of the Media Center, offers fi lm workshops for students, teachers and the general public. The EarthVison archive is a video lending library featuring thousands of wildlife, cultural and environmental fi lms. The Post Festival World Tours take the best fi lms of the year on the road worldwide.
IWFF/IWMC’s home is the Roxy Theater, which features special programs throughout the year and can be rented for private events. Located at 718 S. Higgins. 406-728-9380. www.wildlifefi lms.org.
Lewis and Clark Interpretive SiteLearn more about the Lewis & Clark
Expeditions journey into the Missoula Valley in 1805 and 1806, the Explorer David Thompson’s brief visit in 1812 and the French-Canadian’s and Salish Indian’s unique names for the area.There are four large, colorful and detailed local history interpretive signs located at Caras Park along the Clark Fork Riverfront Trail in Downtown Missoula (next to the Brennan’s Wave Overlook).
Memorial Rose GardenLocated on Brooks Street, the
Memorial Rose Garden was created by the American Rose Society in 1946 to commemorate the memory of Missoula County residents who were killed in World War II. The garden has since become the site for memorials dedicated to the memory of veterans and casualties of America’s 20th-century confl icts, including Vietnam, Grenada, Panama, the Persian Gulf and Korea. Most recently a memorial to fallen police offi cers has been added to the park. Additionally, Memorial Rose Garden has been designated as a “State Veteran’s Memorial Rose Garden” and the Korean War Memorial as a “State Korean War Memorial.”
The garden borders the Blue Star Memorial Highway (Highway 93 South), a nationwide highway network started in 1945 by the National Council of State Garden Club, which pays tribute to armed forces who have defended the U.S. www.mtkoreanmemorial.com.
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MoBASH SkateparkNamed one of the top fi ve skate parks in the country by Thrasher magazine, MoBASH is a 15,000-sqare-foot park situated next to the Clark Fork River in Downtown Missoula. It was christened in 2006 by Tony Hawk and Bam Magera. Hours: 7 A.M. to 11 P.M. Free. Helmets required. 500 Cregg Lane in McCormick Park. www.missoulaskatepark.org.
Montana Natural History CenterThe Montana Natural History Center’s
mission is to promote and cultivate an understanding, appreciation, and stewardship of nature through education. Learn about Glacial Lake Missoula and the ecology of native insects, birds, and mammals at the visitor center. Participate in one of the many programs, including summer science camps, the Visiting Naturalist in the Schools program, the Watershed Festival, Saturday Discovery Days, and the Thursday Night Lecture Series. Located at 120 Hickory Street, across from McCormick Park. 406-327-0405. www.montananaturalist.org.
Rocky Mountain Elk Foundation & Elk Country Visitor Center
Housed in the international headquarters of the Rocky Mountain Elk Foundation, the Elk Country Visitor
Center is more than just a museum. The fun and interactive exhibits invite you to learn more about elk, elk country and the role the Elk Foundation plays in conservation. Discover the diverse wildlife that calls elk country home, explore the role we all play in conserving habitat, and connect with the rich
heritage that makes the outdoors so important to so many of us. Along the way, you’ll hear elk bugle, test your knowledge of wildlife, identify animal tracks, feel the weight of an elk antler, enjoy wildlife conservation fi lms, and more. Wildlife fi lms are shown regularly. May 1 to Dec. 23, open Mon.-Fri., 8 A.M. to 6 P.M.; Sat.-Sun., 9 A.M. to 6 P.M. The rest of the year, open Mon.-Fri, 8 A.M. to 5 P.M.; Sat. 10 A.M. to 5 P.M. Free. Tours available by appointment. Bus/RV parking. Located at 5705 Grant Creek Road just off Reserve Street, north of exit 101 on I-90. 406-523-4545. www.rmef.org.
Walking Tours – Historic & Public Art
Missoula offers a number of professionally guided and self-guided walking tours for those interested in learning about the Garden City. Missoula has nine National Historic Districts, including the Historic Downtown District. Guided tours of Downtown last between 60 and 90 minutes. They include strolls past the historic Red Light District, Automotive Row, the courthouse, the Northern Pacifi c Railroad Depot, and more. The tour includes a foray into the peaceful grassy boulevards of the residential East Pine Street Historic District. Missoula Historic Walking Tours. by appointment. 406-728-2351.
The Missoula Historic Preservation Offi ce also schedules group walking tours and produces self-guided walking tours, including the Riverfront Walking Tour. Located at City Hall, 435 Ryman. 406-523-4657.
Additionally, the Missoula Downtown Association provides free, self-guided walking-tour brochures for the Public Art Walking Tour and the Downtown Historical Walking Tour. The brochure features maps, contact numbers, and descriptions of the art or architecture being highlighted. Get your copy at 218 East Main Street. 406-543-4238. www.missouladowntown.com or Destination Missoula, 1121 East Broadway. 406-532-3250. www.destinationmissoula.org.
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Missoula is rich in arts and entertainment. Talented artists, live performances, historic theaters and countless community events offer an abundance
of things to see and do in the Garden City. Ranked 37th in the nation by The 100 Best Small Art Towns in America, Missoula is Montana’s most culturally diverse community.
Performing ArtsInternational Choral Festival
The sound of choral music will fi ll the air in July 2013, when the ninth International Choral Festival convenes in Missoula. For two decades world-class choirs have gathered triennially to experience superb music and cultural exchange. Choirs have been invited from Argentina, Belarus, Belgium, Canada, Congo, Croatia, Czech Republic, Finland, Gambia, Germany, Iceland, Mexico, Poland, South Korea, Sweden, Venezuela and the United States. Preview concerts are admission-free, as is the outdoor Finale Concert. For more information call 406-721-7985. www.choralfestival.org.
MCT, Inc. For the past 40 years, the Missoula Children’s Theatre
and MCT Community Theatre have provided Missoula with outstanding family entertainment. Whether you live in town or are visiting Missoula for the fi rst time, attending an MCT production is a fantastic experience for all!
The Missoula Children’s Theatre offers several productions throughout the year, all performed by a full cast of talented young people. Children in grades K-12 may participate in one-week day camps or afterschool classes, each culminating in live performances on stage. In many parts of the world, the Missoula Children’s Theatre is best known for their International Tour which
visits nearly 1,300 communities each year.
In the summer of 2009, MCT launched Next Step Prep—The Academy for Musical Theatre, an accredited
performing arts high school for kids who are interested in acting, dance, and musical theatre.
MCT Community Theatre offers a full season of musicals, dramas and comedies from November through May each year. MCT, Inc. is located in downtown Missoula at 200 North Adams Street. (406) 728-1911. Box offi ce: (406) 728-7529. www.mctinc.org.
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Missoula Symphony Orchestra and Chorale
The Missoula Symphony Orchestra and Chorale features nearly 200 of the area’s fi nest musicians. The regular season includes four concerts of the greatest of the orchestral and choral repertoire, plus an annual Holiday Pops concert. In addition to the regular concert season, the orchestra performs a wildly popular Symphony in the Park each summer at Caras Park, an annual Family Concert, and two Youth Concerts each year for 2,000 area fourth-grade students. The orchestra and chorale provide a variety of educational activities in Missoula schools and outlying communities. Offi ce is located at 320 East Main Street. 406-721-3194. www.missoulasymphony.org.
Montana Repertory Theatre Established in 1967, the Montana
Repertory Theatre is one of the oldest and most respected professional touring companies in the United States. Housed in the University of Montana Department of Drama and Dance, the company tours with a cast of eight actors, a stage manager, a company manager, and a technical crew of six. Montana Rep Missoula! season October-March with performances at The Crystal Theatre, 515 S. Higgins Ave. Schedule and tickets – PARTV Box Offi ce - 406-243-4581. www.montanarep.org.
Montana String Orchestra of the Rockies
Celebrating twenty-fi ve years together, the Montana String Orchestra of the Rockies (SOR) is a unique fi fteen-member gem of an orchestra that performs without a conductor and features many internationally acclaimed guest artists. All SOR members are successful teachers and professional musicians. 406-728-8203. www.sor-montana.org.
Rocky Mountain Ballet Theatre Since 1998, the Rocky Mountain
Ballet Theatre (RMBT) has provided audience members of all ages with a unique dance experience. The
company performs locally, regionally and internationally. The RMBT offers classes for ages three through adult. RMBT was honored to represent Montana on a diplomatic tour to eight Chinese cities during the 2008 Olympic Summer Games in China. 2704 Brooks Street. 406-549-5155. www.rmbt.org.
Wilma TheatreBuilt in 1921, the Wilma Theatre is Missoula’s entertainment hub, with movies on its large, curved, silver screen and live local showcases in the 1,000-seat auditorium. The theater features nightly movies, two world-famous fi lm festivals, and a wide variety of concerts and other performances year-round. 131 South Higgins. 406-728-2521. www.thewilma.com.
Galleries and MuseumsArt Galleries
Art galleries abound in Missoula and are especially concentrated in the downtown area. Some of Missoula’s most recognized artists include Rudy Autio, Monte Dolack, Nancy Erickson, George Gogas, Beth Lo, and Larry Pirnie. The Dana Gallery represents many of Montana’s well-known painters, photographers, sculptors, ceramicists, and jewelers. As part of the Rocky Mountain School of Photography, Gallery Saintonge specializes in fi ne photography. The Missoula Artists’ Shop is a cooperative gallery that showcases the work of more than twenty local artists, and there are more than twenty other galleries in the Missoula area.
In addition, the Saturday Arts and Crafts Market offers a selection of arts and crafts, both local and imported, from nearly 100 vendors.
The Gallery of Visual Arts on the UM campus showcases ten to twelve contemporary art exhibitions annually, and the UC Gallery features contemporary art from local, regional, and national artists.
Hundreds of people come out for First Friday Gallery Night to meet new and
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well-known artists at Missoula galleries on the fi rst Friday of each month. It’s a not-to-be-missed, free event from 5 to 8 P.M. Be sure to pick up a Gallery Guide and First Friday schedule upon your arrival in Missoula. Destination Missoula, 1121 East Broadway or Missoula Downtown Association, 218 East Main.
Families First Children’s Museum
Envision a place with forts and face painting, bubbles and babies, grade-schoolers with goggles digging for dinosaur fossils, a place where even adults dare to don a costume or beat a drum. Dream of a place where children can learn, play, and Imagine and you may fi nd yourself in the Families First Children’s Museum. The Families First Children’s Museum provides fun, interactive, and education exhibits and programs that promote learning through play. Open Tuesday through Sunday. Admission is $4.25 per person. 225 West Front Street. Call 406.541.PLAY (7529) for hours. www.familiesfi rstmontana.org.
Historical Museum at Fort Missoula
The Historical Museum at Fort Missoula was established by a community effort in 1976 to save what was left of original Fort Missoula and to collect, preserve, and interpret the history of Missoula, Fort Missoula, and the forestry industry. The museum is located on thirty-two acres in the heart of the historic 1877 fort and has more than 25,000 artifacts, including thirteen historic structures. Exhibits are maintained in several of the restored buildings as well as in the major museum building; many educational programs are offered as well. The museum is one of only six in Montana accredited by the American Association of Museums.
Admission is $3 for adults, $2 for seniors, and $1 for students; members and children under 6 admitted free. Entrance is on South Avenue, across from Big Sky High School. Memorial Day to Labor Day Mon.-Sat. 10 A.M.
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Located in the heart of downtown, MAM hosts over 26 thought–provoking contemporary art exhibitions from local and regional artists every year.
Coming in 2010/11: David Spear, Angela Babby, Michael Sarich, Jim Poor, Clarice Dyer, Steve Muhs, Snap Art, Montana Clay Invitational in celebration of the Archie Bray Foundation’s 60th Anniversary, Phoebe Toland, Native Perspectives, Ansel Adams, and more.
Historical Museum at Fort MissoulaBuilding 322, Fort Missoula Missoula, MT 59804 406.728.3476 fortmissoulamuseum.org Open Memorial Day weekend through Labor Day weekend: Mon - Sat, 10-5; Sun, 12-5 Open the rest of the year: Tues - Sun, 12-5
Established in 1975 to “Keep Missoula County’s History Alive,” the Historical Museum at Fort Missoula is located at the core of historic Fort Missoula with permanent and changing exhibits and 15 original and relocated structures on site. Accredited by the American Association of Museums. Special Exhibit: When the Mountains Roared: The Fire of 1910
Montana Museum of Art & CultureMeloy and Paxson Galleries at the PARTV Center The University of Montana 406.243.2019 umt.edu/montanamuseum
New Hours! Tuesday, Wednesday, Saturday: Noon - 3 pm Thursday, Friday: Noon - 6 pm Celebrating First Fridays from 4-6pm!
2010/11 Highlights: Renoir, Magritte, Gauguin and other European Masterpieces from a Private Collection; Three Centuries of European Prints; Laurie Fendrich; Barry Hood, Ceramics Summer in Honor of the Archie Bray Foundation’s 60th Anniversary
Image: Giacomo Nevay, Untitled, detail, from Three Centuries of European Prints, MMAC Permanent Collection
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to 5 P.M., Sun. 12 to 5 P.M. The rest of the year, open Tues. to Sun. 12-5 P.M. 406-728-3476. www.fortmissoulamuseum.org.
Missoula Art Museum The Missoula Art Museum (MAM) is
a non-profi t museum that educates, challenges, and inspires the community through contemporary art. Located in the heart of downtown, MAM hosts more than twenty-six thought-provoking exhibitions from local and international artists every year. MAM reopened its newly remodeled and expanded facility in 2006 and offers varied events, classes, and programs, such as fi lm screenings, literary readings, live music, artist lectures, panel discussions, exhibition tours, and social receptions. Monthly MAM programs include Second Saturday Workshops, creative and fun explorations for kids and families, and Artini, an engaging, hip event featuring live performance and an art talk on the third Thursday of most months. Open
Wed.-Fri., 10 A.M. to 5 P.M., Sat.-Sun., 10 A.M. to 3 P.M. Free. 335 North Pattee. 406-728-0447. www.missoulaartmuseum.org.
Montana Museum of Art and Culture
The Montana Museum of Art and Culture’s (MMAC) permanent collection, begun in 1894, consists of more than 10,000 works, including historic, contemporary, and regional art, as well as public art on the UM campus. Through stewardship, exhibits, and interdisciplinary programs, MMAC engages the community in the appreciation of art and culture. With more than ten exhibits annually, MMAC’s diverse programs draw from the unique strengths of the permanent collection and highlight visiting exhibitions. Summer hours June-August, open Wed.-Thurs. and Sat. from 12 P.M. to 3 P.M. and Fri. from 12 P.M. to 6 P.M. September-May, open Tues.-Wed. and Sat. from 12 P.M. to 3 P.M. and Thurs.-
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Fri. from 12 P.M. to 6 P.M. Visit MMAC’s Meloy and Paxson Galleries in the University of Montana PARTV Center. 406-243-2019. www.umt.edu/montanamuseum.
Museum of Mountain FlyingThe Museum of Mountain Flying
preserves the legends, lore, and historical legacy of pilots and other individuals whose pioneering aviation exploits helped bring America’s Rocky Mountain West into the Air Age. The Museum seeks to acquire and display items related to the region’s mountain-fl ying history, including appropriate vintage aircraft, memorabilia, artifacts, historical documents, photographs, personal narratives and diaries, motion-picture footage, tape recordings, newspaper stories, magazine articles, and books.
Open daily 10 A.M. to 4 P.M. Memorial Day through Oct. Call for other times. Located at the East end of the Missoula County Airport. 406-721-3644. www.museumofmountainfl ying.org.
National Museum of Forest Service History
Envision a building strengthened by the tall timbers of 24 tree species, each with a story to tell. A facility that is constructed as a model of energy effi ciency. A dynamic theater and interactive exhibits tell the story of the
USFS and its partners, engaging you from the moment you step inside. Gallery areas dedicated to traveling and temporary exhibits. Classrooms, meeting rooms, and a place for volunteers inside and out. Welcome to the National Museum of Forest Service History!
The National Museum of Forest Service History, a national nonprofi t organization founded in 1988, is dedicated to collecting, preserving, and interpreting the entire national history of the USDA Forest Service for the education and enjoyment of the general public, scholars, and historical researchers. As a showcase for its collection of more than 21,000 objects, the Museum will encourage visitors to explore the cultural, ecological, economic, political, and social history of the lands and people that have defi ned the nation and gave meaning to the term conservation. The Museum is now building its permanent home in Missoula. For more information visit us online at www.nmfs-history.net.
Rocky Mountain Museum of Military History
The Rocky Mountain Museum of Military History promotes the commemoration and study of the U.S. armed services from the frontier period to the present. The museum strives to impart a greater understanding of the
roles played by U.S. servicemen and women through this period of dramatic global change. The U.S. Fourth Infantry Regiment and the Civilian Conservation Corps constructed the museum buildings during the Great Depression. Headquartered in Buildings T-310 and T-316 by special arrangement with the Montana National Guard, the museum exhibits a wide collection of documents and artifacts, ranging from Civil War artillery to Vietnam-era anti-tank missiles. Open daily 12 to 5 P.M. June 1 through Labor Day; open weekends only 12 to 5 P.M. Labor Day through June 1,. Admission free; donations accepted. Located at Fort Missoula. 406-549-5346. www.fortmissoula.org.
SportsMissoula may not have an NFL or
an NBA team, but the Garden City is home to the NCAA 1-AA National Championship Football Team (1995 and 2001), the 2006 Pioneer League Championship Baseball Team, and the Missoula Phoenix semi-professional football team.
Grizzly AthleticsThe University of Montana offers
14 intercollegiate athletic programs for student-athletes competing in men’s football, women’s volleyball, soccer and golf, and men’s and women’s basketball, cross country, tennis and indoor and outdoor track and fi eld.
The Montana Grizzlies have been extraordinarily successful in football and women’s basketball. You can fi nd the Grizzlies in action in a variety of sports from last August through mid-May. There are also a variety of club teams to watch, including lacrosse and frisbee golf.
Visit www.montanagrizzlies.com for sports schedules. Purchase tickets at the UM Ticket Offi ce 406-243-4051 or 1-888-MONTANA or www.griztix.com.
Missoula OspreyThe Missoula Osprey Professional
Baseball Club is the Pioneer League Affi liate of the Arizona Diamondbacks. The Osprey have found a home in their
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newly completed downtown stadium in Missoula known as Ogren Park at Allegiance Field, which is located adjacent to the Clark Fork River next to McCormick Park. The Osprey play from mid-June through early September. They play a seventy-six-game schedule with thirty-eight home games. The Osprey have been in Missoula since 1999 and have produced fourteen major leaguers, including Toronto star fi rst-baseman Lyle Overbay and Arizona all-star pitcher Jose Valverde. Call for schedule and fees. 406-543-3300. www.missoulaosprey.com.
Missoula Phoenix Semi-professional Football Team
The Missoula Phoenix are a semi- professional football team in the AA Northern Division of the Rocky Mountain Football League. This spring football league was formed to provide the Missoula area with an affordable, family friendly sporting experience. Season runs from April – June with home games
played at Loyola High School. Tickets are available at Maulers Hockey Central in Southgate Mall and at the gate. General admission – $5.00; Groups/Military/Seniors – $5.00; 8th grade & under – $3.00. 406-830-3144.www.missoulaphoenix.com.
Missoula Maulers Hockey Team/Glacier Ice Rink
Missoula is also home to the Missoula Maulers Junior A Hockey Team. Formed in 2007, the Maulers’ season runs from September through February with home games played at the Glacier Ice Rink. For schedules and ticket info. call 406-830-3264. www.missoulamaulers.com.
The Glacier Ice Rink provides a venue for youth, adult and women’s hockey, fi gure skating, public programs, and private ice rentals. The rink is located at the Western Montana Fairgrounds, 1101 South Avenue West. 406-728-0316. www.glaciericerink.com.
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Missoula events capture the nation’s eye! Missoula is known for its events, but in 2010 Missoula events captured the nation’s attention. The Missoula
Marathon, in only its fourth year, was named by Runner’s World Magazine as the Best Overall Marathon in the country! Due to this acclaim, this year’s marathon saw runners from all 50 states and numerous foreign countries and was featured on the Jimmy Fallon Show! Missoula also garnered national attention this summer when it hosted the 2010 US Freestyle Kayaking Championships on Brennan’s Wave in the center of downtown Missoula! Big surf, big tricks and some of the biggest names in the sport converged on Missoula for a three day long competition to see who would qualify for the US Freestyle team and earn the right to represent the US in the World Freestyle Championship to be held in Plattling, Germany.
Recurring EventsArtini
Monthly mingling at the Missoula Art Museum featuring new art installations and martini of the month. 406-728-0447. www.missoulaartmuseum.org.
Bonner Park ConcertsFree concerts on
Wednesdays at 8 P.M. from late June through mid-Aug. in Bonner Park, one block east of Higgins Avenue between Evans or Beverly Avenues. 406-543-4238.
Carousel Sunday Market & Festival
The Carousel Sunday Market and Festival combines a Farmers' Market, an Arts and Crafts Festival, prepared food and entertainment every Sunday afternoon from June through September, next to the Carousel in Caras Park. Hours for the 2011 season have not
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Clark Fork River MarketMissoula’s outdoor farmer’s market
offers a variety of locally-produced meats, vegetables, fl owers, plants and baked goods. Located on the Clark Fork River near the Higgins Avenue Bridge, the market runs 8 A.M. to 1 P.M. mid-May to mid-Oct. 406-396-0593. www.clarkforkrivermarket.com.
Farmers MarketWhere Missoula meets! Saturdays 8:30
A.M. to noon mid-May through mid-Oct. at Circle Square. Nearly 100 vendors showcase produce, plants, fl owers, breads and coffee. 406-543-4238.
Missoula Saturday Arts & Crafts Market
Saturdays 9 A.M. to 1 P.M. mid-May through mid-Oct. on East Pine Street. Close to 100 vendors offer local arts and crafts and imports. 406-728-3149. www.saturdaymarket.org.
Out to LunchEvery Wednesday in June, July and
Aug. from 11 A.M. to 2 P.M. in Caras Park. Live music and countless food vendors. Montana’s largest food festival. 406-543-4238. www.missouladowntown.com.
Downtown ToNightEvery Thursday night in June, July
and Aug. from 5:30 P.M. to 8:30 P.M. in Caras Park. Live music, food
vendors, beverage garden and children’s activities. Family fun and lively entertainment! 406-543-4238. www.missouladowntown.com.
First Friday Gallery NightOn the fi rst Friday of every month,
downtown galleries, museums and several businesses showcase new artists and their artwork from 5 to 8 P.M. Share cocktails and appetizers with native and regional artists. See the artist showings at www.fi rstfridaysmissoula.blogspot.com. 406-532-3240.
Kids KlubFree crafts for children ages 3-12 from
4 to 7 P.M. on varying Tuesdays of each month prior to monthly holidays. 406-721-5140. www.shopsouthgate.com.
Missoula Osprey Professional Baseball
Missoula’s Pioneer League Professional Baseball Team plays mid- June into Sept. 406-543-3300. www.missoulaosprey.com.
The University of Montana Collegiate Athletics
Fourteen different NCAA Division I programs hosting athletic competitions during the school year. 406-243-6899. www.montanagrizzlies.com.
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Enjoy tasting award winning wines Thurs.-Sat. from 5 p.m. to 9 p.m. Enjoy live music and bring a picnic! Children and well-behaved dogs welcome. 406-549-8703. www.tenspoon.com.
Major Annual Events (chronological order)Big Sky Documentary Film Festival – FebruaryMaggotFest – MayGarden City BrewFest – MayInternational Wildlife Film Festival – MayGarden City River Rod Run – JuneIndependence Day Celebration at Fort Missoula - JulyInternational Choral Festival – July (every 4 years)Missoula Marathon – JulyStreet Jam Basketball Tournament – JulyKidsFest – AugustWestern Montana Fair – AugustRiver City Roots Festival – August Missoula Symphony in the Park – AugustGermanFest –SeptemberHempfest – SeptemberMaverick BrewFest – SeptemberMontana Festival of the Book – OctoberCINE Festival – OctoberFestival of the Dead – NovemberParade of Lights – DecemberFirst Night Missoula – December
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2 Missoula All Women's 5K for Diva Day Community Medical Center
2 Cross Country Montana Invitational UM Golf Course
2-3 UM Dancers on Location: A Site-Specifi c Dance Concert UM Oval
2-3 Missoula Symphony Orchestra Featuring Jon Manasse University Theatre
5 Spade and the City: A Tour of Noir Missoula Public Library
5-9 Montana Rep Missoula presents Direct Crystal Theatre
6 UM Productions Trey McIntyre Project University Theatre
9 Griz Football vs. Idaho State Washington-Griz Stadium
9 Umphrey's McGee Historic Wilma Theatre
10 The Takeover Historic Wilma Theatre
13 Garrison Keillor UM Adams Center
14 UM Symphonic Wind Ensemble & UM Concert Band University Theatre
15-17 Tamarack Festival & Brewfest Seeley Lake
15 Griz Soccer vs. Weber State UM South Campus Stadium
16 School of Theater & Dance Fall Studio Works UM Open Space
16 Pumpkin Run Maclay Flats
16 Coheed & Cambria Historic Wilma Theatre
16 Griz Volleyball vs. Sacramento State UM Adams Center WAG
16 Seeley Lake Challenge Biathlon Seeley Lake
16-17 Missoula Children's Theatre The Lion, The Witch, and The Wardrobe MCT
17 Griz Soccer vs. Idaho State UM South Campus Stadium
19-23, 26-30 Hair: The American Tribal Love-Rock Musical Montana Theatre
19-23 Montana CINE International Film Festival Roxy Theater
21 Artini Missoula Art Museum
21-24 Fall Sidewalk Sale Southgate Mall
23 Griz Football vs. Northern Arizona Washington-Griz Stadium
23 Fall Family Fest McCormick Park
24 Griz Soccer vs. Northern Colorado UM South Campus Stadium
24 Harlem Globetrotters' Alumni vs. Missoula Rural Firefi ghters UM Adams Center
29 UM Symphony Orchestra Home from the Tour Concert University Theatre
29-30 Montana Festival of the Book Various
31 Halloween Boo Bash Trick-or-Treating & Costume Contest Southgate Mall
31-Nov 2 UM Orchestra Festival University Theatre
N O V E M B E R 2 0 1 0 2 Day of the Dead Parade Downtown Missoula
3 Lady Griz Basketball vs. Carroll College UM Adams Center
4 Griz Basketball vs. Lewis & Clark UM Adams Center
5-7, 10-14 MCT Community Theatre The Producers MCT
5 Griz Volleyball vs. Northern Colorado UM Adams Center WAG
6 Griz Volleyball vs. Northern Arizona UM Adams Center WAG
5 First Friday Gallery Night Downtown Missoula
7 Lady Griz Basketball vs. Great Falls UM Adams Center
9-10 UM Opera Theater Music Recital Hall
12 UM Percussion Ensemble & Islanders Steel Drum Band University Theatre
13-14 Santa Paws- Pet photos with Santa Southgate Mall
13 Griz Football vs. North Dakota Washington-Griz Stadium
14 The Banff Film Festival University Theatre
16-20 Dance Up Close: Fall Dance Showcase UM Masquer Theatre
17 Lady Griz Basketball vs. Montana Western UM Adams Center
17 Built to Spill Historic Wilma Theatre
18 Ghostland Observatory Historic Wilma Theatre
18 Rodney Carrington, Live UM Adams Center
18 Artini Missoula Art Museum
19 UM Jazz Band University Theatre
19 Griz Basketball vs. Montana Tech UM Adams Center
19 Griz Volleyball vs. Weber State UM Adams Center WAG
19 Santa's Arrival Southgate Mall
20 Griz Volleyball vs. Idaho State UM Adams Center WAG
20 Griz Football vs. Montana State Washington-Griz Stadium
22 Griz Basketball vs. Moscow UM Adams Center
22 UM Women's Chorus Music Recital Hall
25 Free Rides for Thanksgiving A Carousel for Missoula
25 Turkey Day 8K Boone & Crockett Club
27 Griz Basketball vs. University of Buffalo UM Adams Center
30 Griz Basketball vs. California State UM Adams Center
21 Moscow Nutcracker Ballet University Theatre
29-Dec 19 Holiday Music Performances Southgate Mall
30-Dec 4 Hay Fever Montana Theatre
D E C E M B E R 2 0 1 0 2 Lady Griz Basketball vs. Denver UM Adams Center
2-3 Mountain Home Montana's Festival of the Trees Doubletree
3 First Friday Gallery Night Downtown Missoula
3 Griz Basketball vs. Portland UM Adams Center
3 UM Jubileers Music Recital Hall
4-6, 9-13 MCT Community Theatre Irving Berlin's White Christmas MCT
4 Santa Train Southgate Mall
4 Parade of Lights Downtown Missoula
4-5 Missoula Symphony Orchestra “Holiday Pops” University Theatre
5 Lady Griz Basketball vs. Gonzaga UM Adams Center
6 UM University Choir & Chamber Chorale University Theatre
7 On Broadway The Wizard of Oz UM Adams Center
7 UM Symphonic Wind Ensemble & Concert Band University Theatre
8 UM Symphony Orchestra University Theatre
9-11 24th Annual Sculpture & Ceramics Sale UM Art Annex
12 String Orchestra of the Rockies Holiday Concert Music Recital Hall
12 Lady Griz Basketball vs. Portland UM Adams Center
13 Five Valleys Chapter Safari Club International Banquet Hilton Garden Inn
16 Artini Missoula Art Museum
18 Santa's Breakfast A Carousel for Missoula
25 Free Christmas Carousel Rides A Carousel for Missoula
28-30 Lady Griz Basketball Holiday Classic Exhibition Games UM Adams Center
29 Griz Basketball vs. Northern Arizona UM Adams Center
31 Griz Basketball vs. Weber State UM Adams Center
31 First Night Hat Parade- Kids hat craft and parade Southgate Mall
31 First Night Missoula Downtown, UM & Southgate Mall
J A N U A R Y 2 0 1 1 6 Lady Griz Basketball vs. Northern Colorado UM Adams Center
7 First Friday Gallery Night Downtown Missoula
8, 15, 22, 29 Winter Storytelling Series Travelers' Rest Museum
8 Lady Griz Basketball vs. Sacramento State UM Adams Center
13 Griz Basketball vs. Eastern Washington UM Adams Center
14-17 Southgate Mall Sidewalk Sale Southgate Mall
15 Griz Basketball vs. Portland State UM Adams Center
18-20 Winterfest Seeley Lake
20 Lady Griz Basketball vs. Idaho State UM Adams Center
20 Artini Missoula Art Museum
21 Travelers' Rest Auction Hilton Garden Inn
21-23, 26-30 MCT Community Theatre The Mikado MCT
22 Lady Griz Basketball vs. Montana State UM Adams Center
25-29 Bus Stop Montana Theatre
28 Missoula Symphony Orchestra Annual Family Concert University Theatre
F E B R U A R Y 2 0 1 1 1-3, 5 Bus Stop Montana Theatre
3 Lady Griz Basketball vs. Weber State UM Adams Center
4 First Friday Gallery Night Downtown Missoula
5 Lady Griz Basketball vs. Northern Arizona UM Adams Center
5 Bridal Show Southgate Mall
5 39th Annual Art Auction Holiday Inn Downtown
5, 12, 19, 26 Winter Storytelling Series Travelers' Rest Museum
10 Griz Basketball vs. Sacramento State UM Adams Center
11-20 Big Sky Documentary Film Festival Historic Wilma Theatre
12 Griz Basketball vs. Northern Colorado UM Adams Center
12 Scrumpy Jack Scramble Currents
12 Hooked on Art Bonner School
13 Lady Griz Basketball vs. Eastern Washington UM Adams Center
16 Griz Basketball vs. Idaho State UM Adams Center
17 Artini Missoula Art Museum
17-21 Boat Show Southgate Mall
18-20 Missoula Building Industry Association Trade Show UM Adams Center
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2, 9, 16, 23, 30 Saturday Morning Markets Downtown Missoula
5, 12, 19, 26 Tuesday Night Farmers' Markets Circle Square
6, 13, 20, 27 Out to Lunch Summer Series Caras Park
7, 14, 21, 28 Downtown ToNight Summer Series Caras Park
4 Independence Day Celebration & Fireworks Southgate Mall
4 4th of July Parade & Fireworks Seeley Lake
9 Rose Show Southgate Mall
9 Hellgate Village 5K Caras Park
9 Missoula Kids Marathon Caras Park
9 Fairy Tale Festival A Carousel for Missoula
10 Missoula Marathon & Half Marathon Frenchtown to Downtown Missoula
14-17 Sidewalk Sale Southgate Mall
16 Discover Travelers' Rest Travelers' Rest Museum
16-17 Living History Days Miracle of America Museum, Polson
A U G U S T 2 0 1 1 2, 9, 16, 23, 30 Tuesday Night Farmers' Markets Circle Square
3, 10, 17, 24, 31 Out to Lunch Summer Series Caras Park
4, 11, 18, 25 Downtown ToNight Summer Series Caras Park
4 KidsFest Caras Park
5 First Friday Gallery Night Downtown Missoula
5-7 Missoula Gun & Antique Show UM Adams Center
6, 13, 20, 27 Saturday Morning Markets Downtown Missoula
9-14 Western Montana Fair Missoula Fairgrounds
14 Missoula Symphony in the Park Caras Park
19 Artini Missoula Art Museum
20 PetFest Caras Park
20 Discover Travelers' Rest Travelers' Rest Museum
21 Pedal Festival Caras Park
22 Boneball Caras Park
27-28 River City Roots Festival (6th annual) Downtown Missoula
S E P T E M B E R 2 0 1 1 2 First Friday Gallery Night Downtown Missoula
9 Maverick Brewfest Caras Park
10 Hempfest Caras Park
10 Sweathouse Half Marathon Victor Park, Victor
10-11 Travelers' Rest Traditional Trades Travelers' Rest Museum
11 Germanfest Caras Park
11 Missoula Mile Runner's Edge
15 Artini Missoula Art Museum
16-18 Art Expo Southgate Mall
16-18 Run Wild Missoula Women's Running Camp Retreat Tarkio
17 Rock Against Racism Caras Park
18 Annual Peace Party Caras Park
19-20 Missoula Symphony Orchestra featuring Antonio Pompa Baldi University Theatre
19-20 Missoula Children's Theatre Blackbeard The Pirate Missoula Children's Theatre
22-26 The Lion in Winter Masquer Theatre
24 Lady Griz Basketball vs. Portland State UM Adams Center
26 Lady Griz Basketball vs. Eastern Washington UM Adams Center
M A R C H 2 0 1 1 1-5 The Lion in Winter Masquer Theatre
4 First Friday Gallery Night Downtown Missoula
5, 12, 19, 26 Winter Storytelling Series Travelers' Rest Museum
11-13, 16-20 MCT Community Theatre One Flew Over the Cuckoo's Nest MCT
12 Kids Fair Southgate Mall
12-13 Missoula Symphony Orchestra & Chorale-Great Italian Choruses University Theatre
13 Run for the Luck of It Sean Kelly's
18 Artini Missoula Art Museum
22-26, 29-Apr 2 Crazy for You Montana Theatre
28-29 Montana State Science Fair UM Adams Center
A P R I L 2 0 1 1 1 First Friday Gallery Night Downtown Missoula
1-2 Griz Track & Field Al Manuel Invitational Dornblaser Field
1-3 Missoula Home and Garden Show UM Adams Center
2 Spring Bazaar & Hobby Show Southgate Mall
10 Bunny Breakfast Southgate Mall
15 Artini Missoula Art Museum
15-16 Kyi-Yo Pow Wow UM Adams Center
16 Superfun(d) Run Bonner
16 Griz Track & Field Montana Open Dornblaser Field
17 MUD Earth Day Celebration Caras Park
19-20 Missoula Children's Theater Beauty Lou and The County Beast MCT
22-23 Shrine Circus UM Adams Center
23 Griz Track & Field Griz Cat Dual Dornblaser Field
26-30 Fuddy Meers Masquer Theatre
27-30 Dance in Concert Montana Theatre
29-May 1 East Broadway Rocks MCT
M A Y 2 0 1 1 3-7 Fuddy Meers Masquer Theatre
4-8, 11-15 MCT Community Theatre East Broadway Rocks MCT
6 First Friday Gallery Night Downtown Missoula
7 Garden City BrewFest (19th annual) Caras Park
7 Ladies Night Southgate Mall
7-8 Missoula Symphony Orchestra featuring Ana Vidovic University Theatre
7-9 Meet Me in Missoula Various Missoula Locations
8 Mother's Day Brunch and Ranch Extravaganza Dunrovin Ranch, Lolo
7, 14, 21, 28 Saturday Morning Markets Downtown Missoula
7-14 International Wildlife Film Festival Roxy & Wilma Theaters
14 The Light Show Hilton Garden Inn
14 UM Commencement The University of Montana
18 Broadway in Missoula Riverdance UM Adams Center
21-22 New Zealand Days Fort Missoula Rugby Pitch
27-28 Loon & Fish Festival Seeley Lake
28 Kids Day at the Carousel A Carousel for Missoula
28 Military Family Appreciation Day Dunrovin Ranch, Lolo
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2, 9, 16, 23, 30 Downtown ToNight Summer Series Caras Park
3 First Friday Gallery Night Downtown Missoula
4, 11, 18, 25 Saturday Morning Markets Downtown Missoula
11 Iris Show Southgate Mall
11 Pengelly Double and Single Dip UM Riverbowl East Field
17 Hot Harley Nights Caras Park
18 Discover Travelers' Rest Travelers' Rest Museum
22 Trail Radio Station Birthday Party Caras Park
24-25 Return to Travelers' Rest Lewis & Clark Encampment Travelers' Rest Museum
24-25 Garden City River Rod Run Classic Car Show (11th annual) Caras Park
30 Celtic Festival Caras Park
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28 The University of Montana has provided high quality, well-rounded education for thousands of college students since 1893. With a primary focus on undergraduate liberal arts
and science programs, the University’s professional schools and colleges train students for professions in business, education, fi ne arts, forestry and conservation, journalism, law, and biomedical and pharmaceutical sciences.
UM is a major source of research, continuing education, economic development and fi ne arts, as well as a driving force in strengthening Montana’s ties with countries throughout the world. The University’s College of Technology prepares students for numerous technical and professional careers. UM offers more than 100 areas of study for over 14,000 students.
The University’s main campus at the base of Mount Sentinel covers 200 acres, and UM has several other off-campus facilities, including the Flathead Lake Biological Station at Yellow Bay, the 30,000-acre Lubrecht Experimental Forest east of Missoula, the Bandy Experimental Cattle Ranch near Ovando, the Theodore Roosevelt Memorial Ranch outside Dupuyer, and the
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UM has an increasingly diverse population and rich culture. Festivals, concerts, lectures, plays, art shows, athletic events and recreational activities draw visitors
from across the region. For more information about UM,
call The Source at 406-243-4636 or visit UM’s Web site at www.umt.edu.
Grizzly Athletics The University of Montana offers
14 intercollegiate athletic programs for student-athletes competing in football, volleyball, soccer, golf, basketball, cross country, tennis, and track and fi eld.
The Grizzly football team has had unprecedented success in recent years, winning the NCAA Football Championship Subdivision (FCS) national football championship in 1995 and 2001, and advancing to the title game in 1996, 2000, 2004, 2008, and 2009. Montanas gridders have registered 24 consecutive winning seasons and a Football Championship Subdivision record 17 straight football playoff
“Defi ned by a prestigious faculty,
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UM Fun Facts■ UM is home to Monte, the 2004
& 2002 Capital One National Mascot of the Year.
■ On May 21, 2003, UM student Jess Rosskelley became the youngest American to reach the summit of Mount Everest.
■ UM’s Maureen and Mike Mansfi eld Library houses the earliest authorized edition of the Lewis and Clark journals.
■ UM has the No. 3 ranked Easter egg hunt in the country, according to a 2002 USA Today article.
■ The Grizzly football team has reached the NCAA Division I-AA national playoffs a record of 17 consecutive years, winning national championship titles in 1995 and 2001.
■ UM was rated in the top 10 colleges nationally by Outside Magazine for combining academic quality and outdoor recreation.
■ Rolling Stone magazine deemed UM’s campus the most scenic in America.
■ UM is ranked 17th in the nation and fi fth among public universities in producing Rhodes Scholars.
■ UM journalism graduates have won eight Pulitzer Prizes.
■ UM’s graduate program in creative writing tied for 10th place in U.S. News and World Report’s list of America’s best graduate programs.
The University of Montana32 Campus Drive
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appearances. Grizzlies have also won 12 Big Sky Conference championships.
Men’s and women’s basketball at UM have been extremely successful over the years. The Lady Griz won the Big Sky Conference regular-season title in 2007-08 and 2008-09, and the Grizzlies advanced to the fi rst round of the NCAA Division I Championship in the 2009-2010 season.
The University of Montana has invested signifi cant resources into upgrading all of its athletic facilities in recent years. In 2008 UM embarked on
another major addition to Washington-Grizzly Stadium, increasing capacity to 25,217. The stadium hosted the Rolling Stones in concert during the fall of 2006. Facilities include the Adams Events Center, Dornblaser Track & Field Complex and UM South Campus Soccer Stadium, Grizzly Pool, and UM Golf Course.
For information, contact UM Sports Information at 406-243-6899 or visit www.montanagrizzlies.com. Tickets are available at 406-243-4051, 1-888-MONTANA or www.griztix.com.
Recent UM Sellouts Include:
Elton John • Blue Man Group
Brad Paisley • James Taylor
Elton John • Rolling Stones
Prairie Home Companion • Keith Urban
Pearl Jam • Alison Krauss
Sting • Toby Keith
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Adams Center Missoula isn’t just the hub of
Western Montana’s Five Valleys; it’s the region’s premiere entertainment center hosting a continuous run of high profi le shows at The University of Montana.
There was no shortage of satisfaction in Missoula when UM hosted the Rolling Stones in the biggest concert in the state’s history. A six-story stage rose out of Washington-Grizzly Stadium and fi reworks lit the night sky as Mick, Keith and the band took the stage in front of 21,000 screaming fans. Those without tickets circled the stadium or found a seat high on Mount Sentinel in an effort to hear a bit of “Honky Tonk Woman” and witness history.
And if the Stones put UM’s venues in the national spotlight, the Rocket Man made the stage just as bright. Sir Elton John has made two appearances at UM’s Adams Center. Each time, John packed the arena and reeled off a string of hits and new music.
This year, the Adams Center is adding yet another component to its menu of events. In addition to incredible upcoming concerts, family shows, Griz and Lady Griz Basketball games, and Griz Volleyball games, the Adams Center is bringing a Broadway series to Missoula. This year’s series features an Evening with Garrison Keillor, The Wizard of Oz, and Riverdance. When you plan your trip to Missoula, be sure and check out AdamsEventCenter.com or GrizTix.com to see what is going on during your stay.
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Huge Savings on Missoula Travel Packages!
Check out our Online Travel Auction Incredible travel deals available throughout the year at:
www.destinationmissoula.org
Above: Rainbow over the University of Montana Main Hall and Mount Sentinel. GEORGE HALVERSON/BEST SHOT SUBMISSION
32 Missoula lies in the heart of the Northern Rocky Mountains, adjacent to some of the world’s best biking, camping, fi shing, hiking, skiing, and water recreation.
Seven wilderness areas, three major rivers, and countless lakes offer virtually endless opportunities to enjoy the outdoors.
Information and Resources U.S. Forest Service
The U.S. Forest Service, Building 24, Fort Missoula, offers information on places to go and things to do in the national forests surrounding Missoula. The Missoula Ranger District can be reached at 406-329-3814. During the winter, avalanche updates are available at 406-549-4488 or 1-800-281-1030.
Bureau of Land ManagementThe Bureau of Land Manage–
ment has maps and information on recreation activities and road and trail conditions. 3255 Fort Missoula Road. 406-329-3914. www.mt.blm.gov.
Montana Department of Fish, Wildlife, and Parks
The regional offi ce also has information on recreational opportunities and interpretive programsin the area. 3201 Spurgin Road. 406-542-5500. www.fwp.mt.gov.
ACTIVITIESIn every season, visitors from around the region
fl ock to the Missoula area for its incredible outdoor recreation.
Bicycling Missoula makes it easy to go
green and get around by bicycle. Downtown Missoula, the University of Montana, and the major shopping areas are connected by the city’s bicycle system, which comprises both on-street and off-street networks. Missoula has more than twenty miles of bike lanes and routes on major streets. They are clearly marked, both on the pavement and with signage.
The Garden City also has a
“John Updike once called
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terrifi c off-street trail system. Trails meander along the Clark Fork River, through the central part of Missoula, following the railroad tracks and winding through many neighborhoods. When it’s time to park, Missoula has hundreds of bike racks throughout the city.
Many of the bike shops have bikes for rent. These same shops can help with a fl at tire and bike tune-ups and can offer advice on special places to ride. Call or visit Destination Missoula for a list of shops. 1121 East Broadway. 406-532-3250. www.destinationmissoula.org.
Trail maps and simple bike-system maps are available at the City of Missoula Bicycle/Pedestrian Offi ce at 435 Ryman. 406-552-6352. and Destination Missoula, 1121 East Broadway. 406-532-3250. www.destinationmissoula.org.
Missoula is also home to the national headquarters of the Adventure Cycling Association, America’s premier member-supported non-profi t organization dedicated to bicycle travel. Its mission is to inspire people of all ages to travel by bicycle. They create bike maps, run organized tours and publish Adventure Cyclist Magazine. 150 E. Pine St. 721-1776. www.adventurecycling.org.
Best Places to bike in town:
Clark Fork Riverfront Trail System: meanders right through town.
Blue Mountain Recreation Area: southwest of town from Brooks Avenue (Highway 93 South) to Blue Mountain Road and up the
road one mile.
Pattee Canyon Recreation Area: southeast of town from South Higgins Avenue to Pattee Canyon Road and up the canyon four miles.
Rattlesnake National Recrea-tion and Wilderness Area: north of Missoula on Van Buren until you can go no farther.
Best places to bike outside town:
Outside Missoula is the incredible Route of the Hiawatha (www.ridethehiawatha.com). This fi fteen-mile-long stretch of former railroad-grade snakes its way through numerous tunnels (the longest is 1.7 miles) and over many high trestles—all at a two-percent grade, so anyone can ride it (up or down). There is a nominal fee for using the trail, but the scenery is
truly spectacular. If you’d rather just ride downhill, there is a shuttle available to haul you back up. Go west on I-90 from Missoula almost 100 miles to the Taft exit. Be sure to bring a detailed map of the area.
There are hundreds of miles of trails
and roads on which to mountain bike in Lolo National Forest and the Garnet Range. For maps and more information contact Lolo National Forest (406-329-3814) at Fort Missoula.
BirdingBird watching around Missoula is
a rewarding adventure. There are a number of prime bird-watching sites in and around Missoula, including Kelly Island Access, Rattlesnake National Recreation Area, Greenough Park, Maclay Flat/Blue Mountain Road, Mount
Jumbo, the Kim Williams Trail, Pattee Canyon, and along the Clark Fork River on I-90 East. For more information about these sites and the types of birds found in the area, visit Five Valleys Audubon Society’s website at www.fvamissoula.org or access the Montana Birding Hotline at 406-721-9799.
CampingFor those looking for a place to
camp, the Missoula area has plenty of spots to stake down for a night or a week.
Urban campers are welcome at Jellystone RV Park just north of I-90 at exit 96 or at the KOA Campground just south of I-90 at exit 101. All amenities are available.
For those interested in more traditional camping, there are designated campgrounds throughout the region on lands managed by the Forest Service, the Montana Department of National Resources and Conservation (406-542-4300), and the Bureau of Land Management (406-329-3717). Designated campsites usually charge a nominal
fee per night. Disbursed camping, or camping in undesignated sites, is also available with some restrictions.
Visitors and residents can rent Forest Service cabins and lookouts throughout the year. Visit www.fs.fed.us/r1/lolo/recreation.
Information on national forests in
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For more information on camping in the area, visit these websites: Lolo National Forest:www.fs.fed.us/r1/loloBitterroot National Forest:www.fs.fed.us/r1/bitterrootBeaverhead-Deer Lodge National Forest: www.fs.fed.us/r1/bdnfMontana Bureau of Land Management: www.mt.blm.gov.
FishingMontana has more miles of wild trout
rivers than any other state in the lower forty-eight, and the vast majority of these rivers are in the western part of the state. Missoula, in particular, is a trout fi shing mecca. Forbes Magazine recently named Missoula as one of North America’s Top Ten Trout Fishing Towns. Within one hour’s drive of town, there
are twenty-fi ve distinct full-day fl oats. In addition, there are countless lakes in the area that cater to both the bait fi sherman and the ice fi sherman.
RIVER FISHINGBitterroot River
The Bitterroot River provides the best opportunity to catch brown trout over twenty-two inches on a dry fl y. Notorious for very heavy aquatic insect hatches, the Bitterroot is another scenic and classic Montana trout river. More than any of the other area rivers, the Bitterroot is the place to fi sh for big trout on dries during the spring skwala hatch. The history of the area, the amazing scenery, and excellent fi shing make the Bitterroot one of the best places to fi sh, whether spring, summer, or fall.
Blackfoot RiverFrom its headwaters on the west side
of the Rocky Mountain Front and Bob Marshall Wilderness to its confl uence with the Clark Fork River just east of Missoula,
the Blackfoot River is a Missoula favorite. The Blackfoot is a combination of awe-inspiring scenery, water diversity, wildlife, and fi shing that remains unparalleled. Running crystal-clear before and after runoff (which usually takes place in June), the Blackfoot is home to one of the largest populations of bull trout in the United States.
Clark Fork RiverThe Clark Fork of the Columbia River
is the best kept secret in Montana. Similar in character to a large spring creek, the Clark Fork winds its way through sandy cottonwood bottoms and low-elevation pine forests, offering anglers the best opportunity in the area to cast to “pods” of rising fi sh. The average rainbow/cutthroat hybrid (the predominant trout in the river) is fi fteen inches.
Rock CreekRock Creek is one of Montana’s
designated Blue Ribbon trout streams.
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Flowing out of the Welcome Creek Wilderness to its confl uence with the Clark Fork River twenty-one miles east of Missoula, Rock Creek is internationally renowned for its spectacular June salmonfl y hatch and its classic, textbook trout water. Supporting healthy populations of browns, cutthroats, rainbows, and bull trout, this stream is easily accessible along the majority of its length and will have anglers fi shing among populations of deer, elk, moose, bears, and a world-record producing herd of bighorn sheep. Rock Creek is also one of the best year-round fi shing streams in the area—even in very cold weather, the fi sh always seem willing to eat nymphs.
LAKE FISHINGFlathead Lake
The largest natural freshwater lake in the western United States is sixty-nine miles north of Missoula between Polson and Kalispell. Flathead is known for its quality lake trout, whitefi sh, cutthroat
trout, perch, and bass fi shing, as well as for the East Shore drive, bordered by the majestic Mission Mountain Range. West Shore State Park, twenty miles south of Kalispell, offers boating access and picnic sites.
Frenchtown Pond State ParkAbout sixteen miles west of Missoula
on I-90, the pond is open to fi shing and swimming from Oct. 1-Apr. 30, 6 A.M. to 6 P.M. or May 1-Sept. 30 9 A.M. to 9 P.M. Daily use fee of $5 per vehicle (or $25 Parks Passport for the season). Day-use only.
Georgetown LakeSouth of Philipsburg, Georgetown
Lake is the most heavily fi shed lake in western Montana. With a population of kokanee salmon and rainbow and brook trout, Georgetown is also popular for ice fi shing during the winter.
Placid Lake State ParkTake Highway 200 east about forty
miles to the Clearwater Junction. At the junction, travel north on Highway 83 and take a left-hand turn a few miles north of Salmon Lake State Park. At Placid Lake, recreationists will fi nd forty campsites, picnic shelters, and boating and fi shing opportunities. Daily use fee is $5 (or $25 for a Parks Passport for the season). Overnight camping fee is $15. Forest Service property adjoins the lake, offering hiking and boating possibilities.
Salmon Lake State ParkTravel about forty miles east on
Highway 200 to Clearwater Junction. At the junction, take Highway 83 north for about ten miles. Daily use fee is $5 (or $25 for Parks Passport for the season). Overnight camping fee is $15.
Seeley LakeSeeley Lake, with its many cottages
and resorts, public beaches, water skiing opportunities, and swimming and picnicking sites, is one of the most popular lakes in the area. Anglers can
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Fishing for KidsThe Montana Fish, Wildlife, and Parks
encourages families to get out and enjoy the myriad of fi shing opportunities in the area. www.fwp.state.mt.us.
Suggested fi shing spots for kids in west-central Montana include Frenchtown
Pond; Blackfoot River Access in Bonner; St. Regis Pond in St. Regis; Harpers Lake, three miles north of Clearwater Junction; and Beavertail Hill Pond, east of Missoula, Beavertail exit on I-90.
River AdventuresThe Missoula area presents a wide
variety of moving water for canoeing, kayaking, or whitewater rafting.
Alberton Gorge, Clark Fork RiverLocated thirty miles west of Missoula
on I-90 is the Alberton Gorge of
the Clark Fork, Missoula’s premier whitewater rafting and kayaking run. With its friendly Class III whitewater, “the Gorge” is a fun-fi lled day of roller coaster rapids, quiet pools for swimming, and the opportunity to see Montana’s abundant wildlife. The Alberton Gorge, created by Glacial Lake Missoula, is isolated from roads and has magnifi cent rock formations.
Experienced boaters can row this river, but a guided service offers greater safety and fun. Missoula area rafting companies offer full-day and half-day fl oats.
Bitterroot RiverThe Bitterroot River, with its abundant
wildlife, clear water, and majestic mountains, provides more than seventy-fi ve miles of fl oatable water, which begins about six miles above Darby and ends at the convergence with the Clark Fork in Missoula.
Blackfoot River“I am haunted by waters,” wrote
Norman MacLean of the Blackfoot River
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in his book A River Runs Through It. The Blackfoot River is an incredibly beautiful glacial stream offering more than sixty-six miles of fl oatable water. It provides outstanding rafting and kayaking, excellent fi shing, and fantastic scenery. Enjoy both whitewater and fun stretches of gentle water with clear, deep pools for swimming.
Brennan’s Wave, Clark Fork River
Nestled in the heart of Downtown Missoula, Brennan’s Wave was completed in 2006, after 10 years of planning and $360,000 in fundraising. Several hundred tons of Montana limestone replaced an ugly and dangerous chunk of concrete and rebar left over from an old diversion dam. The wave is named after Brennan Guth, a native Missoulian who was killed in 2001 while kayaking the Rio Palguin River in Chile. While surfers on the wave make it look easy, visitors should contact one of the local paddling shops to learn about instruction.
Lochsa RiverOnly fi fty-fi ve miles from Downtown
Missoula fl ows the Lochsa River—one of the country’s best whitewater runs. Outside Magazine says, “Unlike other big western whitewater, which runs pool-and-drop, most of the Lochsa simply drops, with little respite between rapids.”
During spring runoff (May-June) the Lochsa roars over thirty-seven Class III rapids, twenty-fi ve Class IV rapids, and two Class II adrenaline-pumping rapids. The whitewater season on the Lochsa runs from late April to late June, with peak fl ows the latter half of June.
Golfi ngMissoula is blessed with eight
magnifi cent golf courses: Canyon River, Highlands, King Ranch, Larchmont, Linda Vista, Missoula Country Club, The Ranch Club, and the University of Montana.
Golf season typically begins in March and winds down in late October.
Spectacular views of mountains, lakes, and forests complement a full range of courses for all levels of golfers. For information on area golf courses go to www.destinationmissoula.org and click on “things to do.”
Hiking & BackpackingNovice and experienced hikers will
fi nd thousands of miles of trails for enjoyable day hikes and overnight or multi-day backpacking trips. Numerous wilderness areas offer rugged, back-country trails for backpacking. Information on these trails can be found at any of the Forest Service headquarters listed in the Information and Resources section. Casual day hiking is popular in the following areas around Missoula:
Blue Mountain Recreation AreaTwo miles southwest of Missoula on
U.S. Highway 93, turn right on Blue Mountain Road. Follow the road to the parking lot at the end of the pavement. You’ll fi nd expansive meadows and great views of the Missoula Valley, including a self-guided nature trail. Note travel and shooting restrictions. Trails are open to hiking, mountain biking, horseback riding, and use of ATVs and four-wheel drives; there is also a nine-hole disc golf course.
Mount JumboMissoula voters passed a bond issue
to buy most of the southwestern face of Mount Jumbo in 1995. Loyola Sacred Heart High School’s “L” initial overlooks
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the city, and the 0.6-mile trail to it is very popular. Other trails include the North Loop Trail (3.8 miles), the Saddle Trail (1.1 miles), and the Backbone Trail (2.5 miles). Access points include Lincoln Hills Road; Poplar, Cherry and Locust streets; Marshall Mountain Road; and Woods Gulch.
Mount SentinelA hike to the “M” on Mount Sentinel
is a favorite Missoula outing for people of all ages. Beginning on the UM campus, it is 0.75 mile to the “M” and
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an additional 1 mile to the top of the mountain. The views of the Missoula valley, the Clark Fork River, and the distant mountains are spectacular. The trail offers a steep, zigzag path with eleven switchbacks and a gain of 620 feet in elevation. From the top of Mount Sentinel you can see Hellgate Canyon, Mount Jumbo (note the water lines of Glacier Lake Missoula), and the Rattlesnake National Recreation and Wilderness Area. From the top you can take the Crazy Canyon Trail into Pattee Canyon, which links to the Kim Williams Riverfront Trail.
Ninemile Ranger DistrictReservation Divide trails, wildlife,
photo opportunities, a self-guided tour, an accessible nature trail, and more await you in and near the Ninemile Ranger Station. Tour the historic Ninemile Remount Depot and Ranger Station or visit Grand Menard, Kreis Pond, Sleeping Woman Peak, or Petty Creek for hiking and other recreation. 406-626-5201.
Pattee Canyon Recreation AreaFollow Pattee Canyon Road for four
miles from Missoula to the end of the paved parking area. Hike, ski, or bike on the loop ski trails on either side of the road. There are many old logging roads to explore in the area.
Rattlesnake National Recreation and Wilderness Area
Travel north four miles on Van Buren Street and Rattlesnake Drive to the sign for the Rattlesnake National Recreation Area. Go 0.5 mile further to Sawmill Gulch Road. Drive 0.25 mile west on the paved road to the trailhead. The area has opportunities for both short and long hikes and cross-country skiing. Note the varied restrictions on dogs. No shooting or camping for the fi rst three miles. Contact the Missoula Ranger District offi ce at 406-329-3814 for more information.
Horseback RidingRiding across the plains or through
the foothills and mountains in and around Missoula is a wonderful way to see the countryside. For those unfamiliar with the area or with riding, a number of local companies offer guided
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rides. Source providers can be found through Destination Missoula, 1121 East Broadway. 406-532-3250. www.destinationmissoula.org.
HuntingA number of species of large and
small game animals and birds can be found in the Missoula area. Whether hunting with a bow, rifl e, or camera, a hunter must make informed decisions about what, where, and when to hunt. Maps of the area can be obtained from the Montana Department of Fish, Wildlife, and Parks at www.fwp.state.mt.us/hunting.
Local hunters and sporting good stores can give information about what areas are providing bountiful yields. In Montana, hunting can be done on public and private lands, but different laws apply to each type of property. For hunting licenses, information, and supplies, contact Montana Fish, Wildlife, and Parks (406-542-5500) or a local sporting goods store.
Skiing—Cross-Country
Missoula is fortunate to offer excellent cross-country skiing within a few minutes’ drive of the city. The following areas discussed previously are excellent destinations for cross-country skiing: Blue Mountain Recreation Area, Pattee Canyon Recreation Area, and Rattlesnake National Recreation and Wilderness Area.
Lolo PassAbout forty-fi ve miles west of Missoula
on U.S. Highway 12 is Lolo Pass on the Lewis and Clark Trail. There are about four miles of groomed ski trails, plus six miles of backcountry skiing and eight miles of trail shared with snowmobiles.
There is a fee for parking. For more information, contact the Clearwater National Forest in Idaho. 208-942-3113.
Seeley SwanThe Seeley Creek Nordic Ski Trails
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both cross-country and skate skiing. Many of the trails are linked to others in the area, and the views of the Seeley-Swan Range and the backside of the Mission Mountains are fabulous. Dogs and snowmobiles are prohibited. Maps are available at the Lolo National Forest offi ce in Seeley Lake. 406-677-2233.
Skiing—DownhillBlacktail Mountain
On this unique “upside-down-hill,” you enjoy a top-to-bottom run before riding a chair! Views from Flathead Lake to Glacier National Park and of the Mission, Whitefi sh, and Cabinet ranges, more than 1,000 acres to ski, runs for all abilities, and an average 250 inches of annual snowfall make this an ideal family ski area. From Missoula, take I-90 west to exit 96. Take Highway 93 north approximately ninety-seven milesto Lakeside. 406-844-0900. www.blacktailmountain.com.
Discovery Ski AreaA great fi nd in the beauty of
Southwestern Montana, Discovery Ski Area boasts an extensive diversity of terrain. From a variety of beginner and intermediate slopes to the thrills of the extreme on the backside, there is
something for everyone at this family-oriented ski area. From Missoula, take I-90 east to Drummond. Go south on Highway 1 through Philipsburg to Georgetown Lake. Look for signage to Discovery Ski Area. 406-563-2184. www.skidiscovery.com.
Lookout PassThe snow comes early, and it snows
regularly at Lookout Pass on the Montana/Idaho border. Snow tends to be light and fun to ski, and Lookout has 540 acres and 34 runs. Lookout offers two terrain parks with huge banks, mounds, launches, rails, and a 1,111-foot quarter pipe. From Missoula, take I-90 west to exit 0, approximately 100 miles. 208-744-1301. Snow phone 208-744-1301, ext. 3. www.skilookout.com.
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Well known for reliable snowfall and consistently good snow conditions, Lost Trail straddles the Montana/Idaho border in the breathtaking Bitterroot Range of the Northern Rockies. Lost Trail is ninety miles south of Missoula on U.S. Highway 93 in the Bitterroot Valley. Snow report: 406-821-3211. www.losttrail.com.
SnowbowlSnowbowl is a tremendous ski area
with runs for all abilities. Snowbowl is located just twenty minutes north of Missoula; take the Reserve Street exit off of I-90 and travel along Grant Creek Road. Turn left onto Snowbowl Road. 406-549-9777. www.montanasnow-bowl.com.
SnowmobilingSnowmobiling opportunities abound
in the Lolo Pass, Seeley Lake, Lincoln, Ovando, and Garnet areas. Maps are available, showing groomed snowmobile areas and trails. For more information call the Lolo and Bitterroot National Forests (406-329-3814, 406-363-7161), Montana Fish, Wildlife, and Parks (406-444-2535), or the Bureau of Land Management (406-893-5000).
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Downtown MissoulaDowntown Missoula offers the most unique shopping
opportunities in the area. Comprising small, individually owned boutiques, galleries, and specialty stores, Downtown has more than 100 places to visit on a shopping excursion. Shops offer everything one needs, including apparel and shoes, art, books, fl owers and gifts, groceries, health and wellness products, furniture, home decor, jewelry, outdoor gear, and specialty items. For more information, contact the Missoula Downtown Association. 406-543-4238. www.missouladowntown.com.
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With the Garden City as your home base, you can embark on a number of day excursions and be back in Missoula in time for dinner.
NorthFlathead Indian Reservation
One of seven reservations in Montana, the Flathead Indian Reservation is home to the Confederated Salish and Kootenai tribes. It features a wealth of cultural sites on 1.2 million acres of fertile valleys and towering mountain peaks. The Flathead Reservation was established in 1855 for the Salish, Kootenai, and Pend d’Oreille Indians. For more information on area tribes and the Flathead Indian Reservation, call 406-675-0160. www.cskt.org.
National Bison RangeLocated at Moiese, in the Mission Valley on the
Flathead Indian Reservation, the National Bison Range is thirty-four miles north of Missoula. Established in 1908, the 19,000-acre big-game range is home to approximately 400 bison, many species of birds, herds of white-tailed and mule deer, pronghorns, and elk. Don’t miss the annual bison roundup in October; it’s a must-see event that draws both locals and tourists
each year. Visitors can enjoy the wildlife and scenery from their vehicles on a nineteen-mile driving route; the fee is $5 per car. All Golden Passes, as well as Federal Migratory Bird Stamps, are accepted. 406-644-2211. www.fws.gov/bisonrange.
Saint Ignatius MissionEstablished in 1854, the mission was built by Native
Americans under the direction of Catholic missionaries. Fifty-eight exquisite, original murals by Jesuit Priest Joseph Carignano adorn its walls and ceiling. The Mission Mountain Range provides a striking backdrop for this beloved mission. Open daily. Summer – 9 A.M. to7 P.M.; Winter 9 A.M. to 5 P.M. 406-745-2768.
Ninepipes Museum of Early MontanaEstablished in 1998 to commemorate the history and
culture of the Flathead tribe, the Ninepipes Museum of Early Montana also details the human history of the area. The museum features works by famous artists such as Charlie Russell and E. S. Paxson. It also contains tribal artifacts; examples of native dress; weaponry, spurs,
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and saddlery; and a vast collection of Native American beadwork. Bordered by the Ninepipes Bird Refuge, the museum is located six miles south of Ronan at 40962 U.S. Highway 93. 406-44-3435. www.ninepipes.com.
The People’s CenterProviding a cultural bridge from the
past to the future of the Salish, Kootenai, and Pend d’Oreille tribes, The People’s Center features a museum, an exhibit gallery, “Native Ed-Ventures” tours, and education programs. A gift shop showcases the work of local Indian artisans. Turn left off U.S. Highway 93 North in Pablo. 1-800-883-5344. 406-675-0160. www.peoplescenter.org.
Flathead LakeThe largest natural freshwater lake
west of the Mississippi is sixty miles north of Missoula between Polson and Kalispell. This gorgeous, deep lake offers unlimited recreational opportunities and wildlife habitat. Twenty-eight miles long and up to fi fteen miles wide, Flathead Lake is approximately 386 feet deep in some areas and has been rumored to have its own monster, sighted regularly since 1889. Six units of the Flathead Lake State Park offer access to the lake for boating, sailing, fi shing, camping, and swimming. The south half of the lake is located on the Flathead Indian Reservation, where fi shermen need a tribal fi shing permit. For more information on activities in the Flathead Lake area, visit www.fcvb.org or www.fwp.state.mt.us/.
Glacier National ParkOn May 11, 2010, Glacier National
Park celebrated 100th year as a national park. While the history of the park dates back more than 10,000 years, in the last 100 years people started looking differently at the land and recognized it for its spectacularly wild and scenic beauty. One of our country’s greatest treasures, Glacier National Park is known for its unparalleled scenery, brilliant wildfl owers, stunning forests, abundant wildlife (particularly grizzly bears),
exceptional fi shing, and breathtaking waterfalls. Going-to-the-Sun Road is a spectacular fi fty-mile route that crosses the Continental Divide at Logan Pass and traverses the towering Garden Wall. Going-to-the-Sun Road is currently undergoing restoration so expect periodic delays. Alternate means of transportation are available, including a new shuttle system providing free transportation to locations throughout the Park and guided tours on the historic Red Jammer Buses. Beautiful, historic alpine-lake lodges and numerous campgrounds are open to park visitors during summer months. The drive north, on U.S. Highway 93, then east on Highway 2, to Glacier National Park is approximately 3.5 hours. 406-888-7800. www.nps.gov/glac.
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Jim Girard Memorial Tamaracks Grove
In the middle of this 250 acre tamarack grove discover “Gus”, believed to be the largest western larch in the world. Standing 173 feet tall with a circumference of 273 inches, this majestic tree and the surrounding old growth grove were preserved as a fi ne example of restoration forestry. While there look for moose, elk, bears, bald eagles, and ospreys. From Highway 83,
go west on Boy Scout Road at mile marker 14. Cross the Clearwater River at the outlet of Seeley Lake and pass by the Camp Paxson sign. On the left, about 100 yards past the sign, is the entrance to the Tamaracks Grove.Morrell Falls
Spectacular Morrell Falls is one of the most popular places in the area to visit. It’s about a two-hour roundtrip hike to the falls, and the trail is easy enough for the whole family to enjoy. From Highway 83, turn onto Morrell Creek Road at mile marker 15. Follow the signs along the well-maintained road. Bring drinking water.
Clearwater River Canoe TrailOne of the area’s most unique and
attractive experiences, the Clearwater River Canoe Trail offers a 3.5-mile fl oat on the Clearwater River, which empties into Seeley Lake. The constant fl ow of water, along with the 1.5-mile hike, allows for a good half-day adventure (four hours). Enjoy a wide variety of plants and animals in the area. From Highway 83, turn onto Forest Service Road #17597 between mile markers 18 and 19 and travel 0.7 miles to the trailhead.
Alpine Artisans Self-Guided ToursAlpine Artisans is a regional visual and
performing arts organization that offers visitors the opportunity to tour artists’ studios, attend concerts, workshops and art shows throughout the year in the Seeley Swan Valleys.
On the Tour of Arts, you have the opportunity to meet artists immersed in their passion and see them at work. You’ll be welcomed into their life and their lifestyle. Visit one-on-one with them to learn fi rst-hand about their art and hear their stories of creation. Take time to embrace the special world of the
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SOUTHBitterroot Valley
The Bitterroot Valley is a spectacular drive south of Missoula on U.S. Highway 93. There are a variety of attractions, plus an abundance of recreational activities. For more information on what to do in the valley, contact the Bitterroot Valley Chamber of Commerce at 406-363-2400. www.bitterrootvalleychamber.com.
Holt Heritage MuseumLocated just outside Lolo, the Holt
Heritage Museum is dedicated to the Cowboy, Stockman, Salish and Nez Perce Indians, and Lewis and Clark. Bill and Ramona Holt’s display of their extensive memorabilia tells the story of Western Montana from the Salish/Nez Perce period to present day. Enjoy a display of Western hats, boots, and spurs (many belonging to famous folks) and an Old Town Street scene, among other displays. Take Highway 93 South to Lolo, turn left on Highway 12 West 1/2 mile (Museum entrance on right)- 6800 Highway 12. 406-273-6743. www.holtheritagemuseum.com.
Travelers’ Rest State ParkTravelers’ Rest State Park marks
the location of a centuries-old Native American campsite used by the Lewis and Clark Expedition in 1805 and again in 1806. In fact, it is in the only scientifi cally verifi ed Lewis and Clark campsite in the nation. This National Historic Landmark and multi-cultural crossroads offers a variety of programming for all ages throughout the year. The Winter Storytelling Series continues the tradition of the Bitterroot Salish by passing on oral histories in the cold months; re-enactors grace the grounds during special events; interpreters wander the cottonwood lined trails to help you explore this place where the voices of history are carried on the breeze.
The new Holt Museum at Travelers’ Rest State Park offers a glimpse into
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the Pow Wow era of the regional Native American tribes, as well as a recreated frontier main street where you can learn of the early settlement days of the Bitterroot Valley – where Montana began.
Park admission is $5 per vehicle, although those with Montana license plates are free. Special program fees can apply. Open daily June through Aug. Take Highway 93 South to Lolo, turn right on Highway 12 West, ½ mile (Park entrance on the left). 406-273-4253. www.travelersrest.org.
St. Mary’s Mission ChurchFather Pierre DeSmet and Father
Anthony Ravalli established Montana’s fi rst permanent white settlement and the Northwest’s fi rst Catholic Mission in Stevensville in 1841. Chief Victor’s cabin now serves as a Native American museum and gift shop. Tours of the mission are available mid-April through mid-Oct. Follow Highway 93 South to the Stevensville turnoff. 401 Fourth Street, Stevensville. 406-777-5734.
Bitterroot Birding and Nature TrailFrom Lolo Pass to Lost Trail Pass,
explore 25 prime birding and nature viewing sites following in the footsteps of Lewis and Clark and generations of Salish and Nez Perce peoples. Lee Metcalf National Wildlife Refuge serves as trail headquarters and is a good place to start your adventure. www.montanabirdingtrail.org. Trail brochures also available at Destination Missoula, 1121 East Broadway. 406-532-3250. www.destinationmissoula.org.
Lee Metcalf National Wildlife Refuge
Located along the Bitterroot River, the Lee Metcalf Wildlife Refuge offers spectacular views of the landscape, as well as of local wildlife. The refuge’s 2,800 acres are home to 235 species of birds, 41 species of mammals, and 17 species of reptiles and amphibians. The refuge provides visitors with opportunities for wildlife observation, photography, hunting, fi shing, environmental education, and interpretation. The Wildlife Viewing Area includes a half-mile wheelchair-accessible path that leads to the Bitterroot River. Located just north of Stevensville on the east side of the Bitterroot River. 406-777-5552. www.leemetcalf.fws.gov.
Teller Wildlife RefugeThis private refuge conserves riparian
and upland habitats on 1,200 acres, including three miles of Bitterroot River frontage. Access by permission only. Located just north of Corvallis on the east side of the Bitterroot River. 1292
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Marcus Daly MansionCopper King Marcus Daly, who built
his mining fortune in Butte, purchased the homestead in 1886 and had it remodeled to serve as his family’s summer residence. Completed in 1910, the three-story, 24,000-square-foot Daly Mansion is a reminder of the grand style of living the prosperous enjoyed in the early twentieth century. The home has more than fi fty rooms, including twenty-fi ve bedrooms and fi fteen bathrooms, as well as seven fi replaces, fi ve of which are made of imported Italian marble.
Located just outside of Hamilton, approximately forty-fi ve miles south of Missoula on Highway 269, at mile marker 2. Open mid-May to mid-Oct. Call for hours. Tours available. 406-363-6004. www.dalymansion.org.
OTHER AREASBob Marshall Wilderness Area
Rugged mountain peaks, alpine lakes, cascading waterfalls, high mountain valleys, open meadows, and some of Montana’s fi nest Blue Ribbon trout
streams are what make the Bob Marshall Wilderness Area one of the most prized in the nation.
One of the largest wilderness areas in the United States, the Bob Marshall runs sixty miles along the Continental Divide from the southern tip of Glacier National Park almost to Ovando, Montana, and from the Seeley Swan Valley to the Rocky Mountain Front. The addition of the Lincoln Scapegoat Wilderness Area to the south and the Great Bear Wilderness to the north has brought the total acreage in the Bob Marshall Complex to 1.5 million. One of the most completely preserved mountain ecosystems in the world, the “Bob” includes the North and South Forks of the Sun River and the Middle and South Forks of the Flathead River.
The closest access points to the “Bob” from Missoula are the trailheads at Monture Creek and the North Fork of the Blackfoot River, both of which are found off U.S. Highway 200 East near Ovando. Western access points are from the Seeley-Swan Valley.
For more information on the Bob Marshall Wilderness visit www.fs.fed.us/r1/fl athead/ and www.fs.fed.us/r1/lewisclark/.
Council Grove State ParkOn July 16, 1855, eighteen leaders
of the Salish (Flathead), Kootenai, and Upper Pend d’Oreille Indian Nations signed the historic Hell Gate Treaty near the Hell Gate River (today’s Clark Fork River), at a site in the Missoula Valley known as Council Grove. The Indians reluctantly ceded their title to almost all of the land in western Montana, with the exception of the Flathead Indian Reservation.
Eight representatives of the U.S. government also signed the treaty, including Governor Isaac I. Stevens, Superintendent of Indian affairs for the Washington Territory. In less than two years (1854 to 1856), Stevens quickly conducted a total of ten controversial treaties with more than seventy Northwest tribes in today’s states of Montana, Idaho, Oregon,
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and Washington. Governor Stevens’ instructions were to extinguish Indian sovereignty along a newly proposed railroad route from the Midwest to the Pacifi c Ocean.
The Quarter Master for Governor Stevens and his entourage was Captain Christopher P. Higgins, who fi ve years later (1860), returned to the same area to construct his Hell Gate Trading Post and later was a founding father of the city of Missoula (1864).
Council Grove is located west of Missoula on the historic Mullan Road just
past mile marker 6. Open May through October.
Garnet Ghost Town“Montana’s best-preserved ghost
town” was never built to last. Garnet began as a humble gold-mining camp deep within the Garnet Range, but by 1898 the town had boomed to 1,000 residents. It had a school with 40 students and a healthy variety of businesses, including a candy and cigar shop, a Chinese laundry, and thirteen saloons.
During the winter, two historic miners’ cabins are available for rent, with access to a winter trail system for snowmobiling, cross-country skiing, and snowshoeing.
Garnet is approximately forty miles east of Missoula. Travel east from Missoula on U.S. Highway 200, turn south on Garnet Range Road following mile marker 21. For more information, visit www.garnetghosttown.org or call the Bureau of Land Management at 406-329-3914 or the Garnet Preservation Association at 406-329-3883.
Historic Ninemile Remount Depot and Ranger Station
The history of early fi refi ghting in the northern Rockies is chronicled at the Historic Ninemile Remount Depot. From 1930 to 1953, the depot supplied packers and pack animals, and the area continues to be used in fi ghting wildfi res in western Montana.
The visitor center is open Memorial Day through Labor Day. The Ranger District features Reservation Divide trails, wildlife, photo opportunities, a self-guided tour, accessible nature trails, and more. Camping, hiking, and cross-country skiing are available in the Grand Menard, Kreis Pond, Squaw Peak, or Petty Creek areas. Located twenty-two miles west of Missoula and four miles north of exit 82 on I-90. 406-626-5201.
PhilipsburgA mining town in the 1800s,
Philipsburg features a beautifully restored downtown, including the original opera house, unique shops and restaurants. Located seventy-eight miles east of Missoula, Philipsburg offers a variety of recreational opportunities in the Anaconda-Pintler Mountain Range, at Georgetown Lake, at Flint Creek, and at Discovery Ski Area. www.philipsburgmt.com.
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Best Western Grant Creek Inn5280 Grant Creek Road, Missoula, MT 59808Ph. 406-543-0700, Fax 406-543-0777888-543-0700
126 beautiful rooms and suites overlooking the Missoula Valley. Amenities include complimentary European breakfast and Internet access. Heated pool, whirpool, steam/sauna and fi tness center. Close to airport and dining.
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C’mon Inn2775 Expo Parkway, Missoula, MT 59808Ph. 406-543-4600, Fax 406-543-4664 888-989-5569www.cmoninn.com
This is Montana! C’mon Inn and enjoy our three-story log-and-rock atrium complete with indoor pools and fi ve hot tubs. Corner of I-90 & ReserveSt. 42” plasma TVs in every room.
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Comfort Inn4545 N. Reserve St, Missoula, MT 59808Ph. 406-432-0888, fax 406-543-6247800-228-5150
You will enjoy quality accommodations year-around as well as our famous “choice” hospitality. For outstanding value and service, choose to stay at Missoula Comfort Inn.
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Courtyard by Marriott 4559 N. Reserve, Missoula, MT 59808 Ph. 406-549-5260, Fax 406-549-5257 800-321-2211
Spacious guestrooms that combine comfort and func-tionality. Luxury bedding, high-speed internet, 27” fl at screen TVs, indoor pool with hot tub. Complimentary shuttle. Our hotel has a smoke-free policy.
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Days Inn Missoula AirportJct. 1-90 & I-93; Exit 96Ph. 406-721-9776, Fax 406-721-9781800-DAYS INN, 800-329-7466www.daysinnmissoula.com
Located at the junction of I-90 and Highway 93 is your comfortable and affordable lodging choice. Easy to fi nd, easy to access, lots of parking, casino, conve-nience store, fuel. Gateway to Glacier Park.
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Double Arrow ResortP.O. Box 354, Seeley Lake, MT 59868Ph. 406-677-2777, Fax 406- 677-2922, 800-468-0777www.doublearrowresort.com
Year-round destination resort in the Seeley Swan Valley: Deluxe accomodations, fi ne-dining, lounge, champion-ship golf, horses, rafting, fi shing, hiking, snowmobiling, skiing, horse drawn sleigh rides, conferences, retreats, reunions, and weddings.
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Complimentary expanded continental breakfast, heated pool and hot tub, fi tness center, on site restaurant, sports bar, casino, conference facilities. In room cof-fee makers, hair dryers, voicemail, laundry, free DSL. Airport shuttle service.
Broadway Inn Conference Center 1609 West Broadway, Missoula, MT 59808Ph. 406-532-3300, Fax 406-728-1930800-286-2316www.broadwayinncc.com
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Bitterroot River Inn & Conference Center139 Bitterroot Plaza Dr., Hamilton, MT 59840Ph. 406-375-2525, Fax 406-363-9700877-274-8274www.bitterrootriverinn.com
Featuring 65 lodge-style sleeping rooms and suites. Enjoy a deluxe complimentary breakfast, indoor pool, sauna and hot tub. Hold your weddings, reception or meeting in our 4,000 sq. ft. conference center.
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Econo Lodge4953 N Reserve, Missoula, MT 59808 Ph. 406-542-7550, Fax 406-721-5931 800-272-9500
Conveniently located off I-90. Queen beds and in-room coffeemaker, hairdryer, iron/board. Hot tub, guest laundry, cable & HBO, deluxe rooms available, deluxe continental breakfast. Near shopping & restaurants.
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Doubletree Hotel Missoula/Edgewater100 Madison, Missoula, MT 59802Ph. 406-728-3100, Fax 406-728-2530800-222-TREEwww.missoulaedgewater.doubletree.com
Full-service hotel right on the scenic Clark Fork River and across from The University of Montana. Near downtown, and just 15 minutes away from the airport via compli-mentary hotel shuttle.
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Located on the south end of Flathead Lake in Polson, MT. We welcome you to experience our culture, history and wildlife all within a short driving distance from Missoula.
Best Western Kwa Taq Nuk Casino Resort49708 US Highway 93 E, Polson, MT 59860Ph. 406-883-3636, Fax 406-883-9317800-883-9317www.kwataqnuk.com
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Open, airy, all-inclusive hotel is built for business and leisure. High-speed internet access, business center, conference center, indoor waterpark, conti-nental breakfast, fi tness center.
Airport Wingate by Wyndham5252 Airway Boulevard, Missoula, MT 59801Ph. 406-541-8000, Fax 406-541-8008866-832-8000www.wingatemsla.com
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Fairview House Bed & BreakfastMissoula, MT 59803Ph. 406-880-9410www.fairviewhouse.com
3 $200-300 ■ O ■ ■ ■ ■ 2200 Beautiful home completely remodeled in last fi ve years; sleeps 6 plus 1 more, two fi replaces, kitchen with tile and stainless steel appliances, complete laundry. (Small dogs only allowed, no cats.)
Gibson Mansion Bed and Breakfast823 39th St., Missoula, MT 59803Ph. 406-251-1345, 866-251-1345www.gibsonmansion.com
Victorian mansion located in the heart of Missoula. 1.6 miles to University. Coffee tray to room, break-fast in dining room, private bath, AC, wireless DSL, secluded gardens, gazebo, and patio. Coffee tray with fresh-baked scones.
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Exclusive, upscale, full-service resort for small groups or special events. 8-25 people, package includes deluxe suite, all meals & refreshments. Recreation and meeting facilities.
Montana Island Lodge - Salmon Lake2433 Highway 83, Seeley Lake, MT 59868 Ph. 406-677-3620, Fax 406-677-3846 888-773-2643
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Red Lion Inn Missoula700 West Broadway, Missoula, MT 59802Ph. 406-728-3300, Fax 406-728-4441800-RED-LIONwww.redlion.com
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Newly renovated premier hotel for lodging and conventions in the heart of downtown. Spacious guestrooms feature pillow top mattresses. High speed wireless internet access. Free airport shuttle. Parkside patio dining, river and moun-tain views. One block to shopping & entertainment.
Holiday Inn Downtown at the Park200 South Pattee Street, Missoula, MT 59802Ph. 406-721-8550, Fax 406-728-3472800-399-0408www.himissoula.com
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146 $99-209 ■ ■ I ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ F 12 22000 1600 ■ ■Luxurious comfort in an upscale American West decor. Western Montana’s largest conference facility, with over 22,000 sf of conference space. Also features Great American Grill and Blue Canyon Kitchen & Tavern, eve-ning room service, 24 hour Pavilion Pantry, and Silver Creek Casino. Complimentary 24 hour airport shuttle.
Hilton Garden Inn Missoula 3720 North Reserve St., Missoula, MT 59808Ph. 406-523-5300, fax 406-523-5305800-HILTONSwww.missoula.HGI.com
Located off I-90 at Exit 101 on N. Reserve! Wake up on the Bright SideTM
with fresh made waffl es! Enjoy the comfort of our new Euro-top mattresses & 24-hour high-speed wireless business center. Enjoy the creek- side patio with complimentary evening snacks!
La Quinta Inn5059 N. Reserve Street, Missoula, MT 59808Ph. 406-549-9000, Fax 406-549-9014(800) 531-5900www.lq.com
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Best rates in Missoula! In the heart of downtown Missoula next to St. Patrick Hospital. Free hot Belgium waffl e breakfast. Covered parking, eleva-tor, free wi-fi . Fresh baked cookies.
Mountain Valley Inn420 West Broadway, Missoula, MT 59802Ph. 406-728-4500, fax 406-728-9565800-249-9174www.mvimissoula.com
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Hawthorn Suites by Wyndham Missoula5145 Airway Blvd., Missoula, MT 59808Ph. 406-541-3600, Fax 406-532-4378888-982-2601www.hawthorn.com
Missoula's Newest! Conveniently located off I-90 at exit 99 just 2 min. from the airport. Spacious suites includ-ing kitchens, dining rooms & living rooms. Pillowtop mattresses, fl at screen TV's, comp. hot breakfast, free wireless hi-speed internet, meeting facilities, indoor pool, spa, fi tness center, dlx exec. suites. Extended rates avail.
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Why Choose Ruby's? Full hot breakfast buffet, soup and popcorn, beautiful creekside park, seasonal out-door pool, wireless high speed internet and business center. Missoula's friendliest motel!
Ruby's Inn & Convention Center4825 N. Reserve, Missoula, MT 59808Ph. 406-721-0990800-221-2057wwwrubys.montana.com
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Quality Inn & Conference Center3803 Brooks, Missoula, MT 59804 Ph. 406-251-2665, Fax 406-251-5733 800-272-9500
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The Ranch at Rock Creek79 Carriage House LanePhilipsburg, MT 59858Ph. 406-859-6027, Fax 406-859-6030877-757-2654www.theranchatrockcreek.com
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On Highway 93 (Brooks Street) south side of Missoula. Easy access for truck/bus parking. Close to restaurants, Community Hospital, Larchmont Golf Course, Southgate Mall. FREE airport shuttle with Park & Fly parking.
Super 8 Motels3901 South Brooks, (Hwy. 93) Missoula, MT 59804Ph. 406-251-2255, Fax 406-251-2989 1-888-900-9010www.super8mt.com
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A beautifully maintained motel next to Southgate Mall on the south side of Missoula. A friendly and helpful staff is waiting to assist you. Newly remod-eled lobby and rooms. King beds available.
Val-U Inn3001 Brooks, Missoula, MT 59801Ph. 406-721-9600, Fax 406-721-7208800-443-7777www.missoulavaluinn.com
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Just off I-90, exit 101. Truck/bus parking. Easy walk to restaurants. Close to Costco, Super WalMart, and many new stores. Close to airport. FREE shuttle and Park & Fly parking.
Super 8 Motels4703 North Reserve, Missoula, MT 59808Ph. 406-549-1199, Fax 406-549-06771-888-900-9010www.super8mt.com
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The University of Montana welcomes any group or orga-nization to utilize its facilities. With our conference and event facilities, technology and professional staff, The University Center offers your group the ambiance of an academic setting with all the amenities of a full-service convention center.
University Center, U of M31 Campus Dr. University CenterUniversity of Montana, Missoula, MT 59812(406) 243-4115, (406) 243-4108 faxwww.umt.edu/uc/events
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Thunderbird Motel1009 East Broadway, Missoula, MT 59802Ph. 406-543-7251, Fax 406-543-7251800-952-2400
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Located two blocks off of I-90, within walking dis-tance of The University of Montana, shopping, dining and hiking trails. 4, Two-room and jacuzzi suites available. High speed internet.
All Suites Hotel featuring full kitchens, hot full break-fast, sundowner reception, 24-hr. business center, laundry, fi tness center, billiard room, theater room, high-speed internet, extended stay rates!
Staybridge Suites Missoula120 Expressway, Missoula, MT 59808Ph. 406-830-3900, Fax 406-830-3923www.staymissoula.com
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1609 West BroadwayMissoula, MT 59808
(406) 532-3300
Reservations:1-800-286-2316
www.broadwayinncc.com
• 79 Gracious, spacious & quiet guest rooms• Complimentary breakfast• Complimentary airport shuttle• Convenient, central location• Fitness Center & Guest laundry•• Outdoor pool and hot tub
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800-221-20574825 N. Reserve • Missoula, MT • www.rubys.montana.com
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Easy Access from Interstate 90
Family-Style Cafe
Wye West Lounge & Casino
Traveler’s General Store
Children’s Play Area
Complimentary Airport Shuttle
Family Friendly & Business Friendly
Spacious & Comfortable Guest Rooms
Courteous & Friendly Staff
Wireless Internet
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Junction I-90 and US 93, Exit 96 • Missoula, MT 406-721-9776 • 800-329-7466
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Days Inn Missoula Airport is located on the 10-acre campus of Muralt’s Travel Plaza at the Junction of
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Bitterroot Valley by Day, Bitterroot Valley by Day, Bitterroot River Inn... by Night
3001 Brooks StreetMissoula, MT 59801
(406) 721-9600 ✹ (800) [email protected]
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• Free Bright Side BreakfastTM
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• 24-Hour Business Center
• Refrigerator, Microwave & Comfy Beds
• Smoke Free Policy
• Pet Friendly
• Spa Suites & Family Suites
• Rafting, Golf & Ski Packages
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(406) 549-9000
5059 North Reserve St.I-90 Exit 101
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◆ Newly renovated◆ New flat-screen TVs◆ Complimentary hot breakfast buffet◆ Complimentary high-speed wireless internet ◆ New 24-hour business center◆ Full-size heated swimming pool, whirlpool,
steam/sauna and fitness center◆ Pet friendly◆ Conference center groups up to 150◆ FREE airport shuttle
126 Guest Rooms and Spacious Suites with Fireplaces
Come for the Convenience, Stay for the ComfortGrant Creek Inn
5280 Grant Creek Rd., Missoula, MT 59808 ◆ 406-543-0700 • 888-543-0700
Work like an adult.Business center, conference space, and high- speed internet access throughout the hotel.
Play like a child.Indoor water park, in-room movies and Nintendo.
Sleep like a baby.Luxurious mattresses, duvets and pillows.
(866) 832-8000 • (406) 541-8000
Airway Boulevard Exit Off 1-90 • Missoula, MT
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PopulationPopulationPopulation902,195902,195902,195
Land AreaLand AreaLand Area147,046 square miles147,046 square miles147,046 square miles
Size RankingSize RankingSize Ranking4th4th4th (only Alaska, California (only Alaska, California (only Alaska, California
and Texas are larger)and Texas are larger)and Texas are larger)
CapitalCapitalCapitalHelena Helena Helena
NicknameNicknameNicknameThe Treasure StateThe Treasure StateThe Treasure State
FlowerFlowerFlowerBitterrootBitterrootBitterroot
BirdBirdBirdWestern MeadowlarkWestern MeadowlarkWestern Meadowlark
TreeTreeTreePonderosa PinePonderosa PinePonderosa Pine
AnimalAnimalAnimalGrizzly BearGrizzly BearGrizzly Bear
FishFishFishBlackspottedBlackspottedBlackspotted
Cutthroat TroutCutthroat TroutCutthroat Trout
Highest PointHighest PointHighest Point12,799 feet (Granite Peak)12,799 feet (Granite Peak)12,799 feet (Granite Peak)
Lowest PointLowest PointLowest Point1,820 feet (Kootenai River)1,820 feet (Kootenai River)1,820 feet (Kootenai River)
Work like an adult.Business center, conference space, and high- speed internet access throughout the hotel.
Play like a child.Indoor water park, in-room movies and Nintendo.
Sleep like a baby.Luxurious mattresses, duvets and pillows.
(866) 832-8000 • (406) 541-8000
Airway Boulevard Exit Off 1-90 • Missoula, MT
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RV Parks &Camping
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www.graywolfpeak.com406-726-3778
• Fitness center• Deluxe continental breakfast• Free high-speed
wireless Internet access• Conference Center
3803 Brooks Street
Missoula, MT 59804
Ph (406) 251-2665
Fax (406) 251-5733
1-800-272-9500
• Hot Tub• Pets Allowed
• Continental Breakfast• Free Wireless HSIA
4953 N. Reserve • Missoula, MT 59808Ph: (406) 542-7550 • Fax (406) 721-5931
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Jim and Mary’s RV Park9800 Hwy. 93 North, Missoula, MT 59808Ph. 406-549-4416, Fax [email protected]
75 $32.99 ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ Missoula’s nicest RV park, family owned and operated with beautiful landscaping and gardens that can’t be beat! Big rig spaces, community room for guests to gather and the latest in WiFi and cable access. Tourist information/trip planning services, 10* rated restrooms, satellite friendly, choose open or shady spaces. RVers are the best...and the best come to Jim & Mary’s!
Jellystone ParkTM RV Resort9900 Jellystone Avenue, Missoula, MT 59808Ph. 406-543-9400, Fax 406-543-9405800-318-9644; www.campjellystonemt.com
110 $23-30 ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ Missoula’s newest and highest rated RV park, Good Sam rated 9.5/10*/9. Large pull-throughs, oversized sites, lots of grass, 50-amp service, camping cabins, swimming pool, mini-golf, pavilion, horseshoe pit, basketball court, ice cream socials, store/gift shop. Missoula’s only “10” rated bath house. Swim & golf packages available.
Missoula KOA3450 Tina Avenue, Missoula, MT 59808Ph. 406-549-0881, Fax 406-541-0884800-562-5366; [email protected]
211 $27-80 ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ Family Fun headquarters! Heated pool and hot tubs, shaded pull-thru sites, Kamping Kabins, mini-golf, bike rentals, KOA Kafe & Gather Place serving breakfast daily, meeting room available for groups/reunions, ice cream social, free wireless internet and GREAT CELL PHONE RECEPTION! KOA Mountain Mercantile featuring high quality gifts & apparel. Open year round.
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64 Missoula and the surrounding communities capture the essence of Montana cuisine: fresh, locally produced
ingredients combined with imaginative style. From Montana-raised beef and pork to local organic buffalo, from Hutterite-raised chickens to fresh seafood brought in from the West Coast, Missoula truly has Montana’s best dining opportunities.
You can fi nd distinct cuisine from traditional American fare to ethnic spice. Indulge in Cajun, Chinese, Hong Kong,
Italian, Mexican, Thai, or Vietnamese cooking. Several restaurants offer remarkable vegetarian choices. Whatever you desire, Missoula has an amazing selection for dining amusement. There are over 150 distinct eateries in the city and many more throughout the surrounding area.
Many downtown restaurants purchase fresh fruits and vegetables from the Farmers Market during the summer months. Local Flathead Valley cherries, Bitterroot apples, Dixon melons and
mountain huckleberries are usually available August through October. Missoula’s Hmong community, among others, produces fabulous gardens that offer fresh vegetables spring through fall.
Of course the Garden City offers all the standard places you’ll fi nd anywhere in America; however, Missoula has distinct establishments that offer unique dining opportunities. Enjoy bakeries, espresso bars or cafés for breakfast. Take in Out to Lunch or Downtown ToNight in Caras Park during the summer months or enjoy
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Treat yourselfto the flavorof Montana.
Where there's something for everyone!
Huge Breakfasts • Sandwiches • Burgers • Steaks • Seafood • Pasta • Salads • Kids' Menu • Private Gaming • Lounge2620 Brooks, Missoula p 543-3200 | 4561 N. Reserve, Missoula p 541-8141
3540 Harrison, Butte p 494-1400 | 1301 S. Main, Kalispell p 260-4401 www.montanaclub.com
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Huge Breakfasts • Sandwiches • Burgers • Steaks • Seafood • Pasta • Salads • Kids' Menu • Private Gaming • Lounge2620 Brooks, Missoula p 543-3200 | 4561 N. Reserve, Missoula p 541-8141
3540 Harrison, Butte p 494-1400 | 1301 S. Main, Kalispell p 260-4401 www.montanaclub.com
Rowdy’s Cabin & Fiesta en Jalisco
Best Mexican food north of the border!
Casual fare with authentic Mexican selections
100% smoke free, family-friendly restaurant, casino & bar
Full-service bar including our famous margaritas
Two Happy Hours in the bar from 4-6pm & 10-close Sun-Thurs.
4880 N. Reserve St. Missoula, MT www.� estaenjalisco.netRowdy’s 406-543-8001 Fiesta en Jalisco 406-543-7775
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Where North Meets South in a Comfortable, ‘Come As You Are’ Setting
Rowdy’s Cabin & Fiesta en JaliscoRowdy’s Cabin & Fiesta en Jalisco
Casual fare with authentic Mexican selections
100% smoke free, family-friendly restaurant, casino & bar
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Where North Meets South in a Comfortable, Rowdy’s Cabin & Fiesta en Jalisco
100% smoke free, family-friendly restaurant, casino & bar
Where North Meets South in a Comfortable,
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a non-traditional lunch at a variety of sandwich shops.
Visit one of many sidewalk cafes, eat dinner on the river, or enjoy the casual atmosphere of a brewpub, casino or other nightspot. You can fi nd it all in the Garden City.
There are, however, three things you won’t fi nd in Missoula’s restaurants: no dress code, no sales tax and no outrageous prices!
Whatever your taste, you’ll discover a wealth of dining options to satisfy your thirst and hunger. Bon appetite!
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Blue Canyon Kitchen & Tavern 3720 N. Reserve St. 406-541-BLUEwww.bluecanyonrestaurant.com
American/ $7.99- ■ ■ L,D ■ ■ C,B 200 Family Dining $18.99
Enjoy creative American cooking—that’s comfort foods with a twist–in a comfortably sophisticated mountain lodge setting. Savor steaks (beef tenderloin, veal truffl e, meatloaf), seafood, and vegetarian entrees. Decadent desserts. Lunch, dinner and Sunday (live jazz) brunch.
Bridge Pizza 600 S. Higgins – Corner of S. 4th406-542-0002 www.bridgepizza.com
Pizza, Pasta, BBQ $3-$12 ■ L,D ■ C A popular local eatery on Missoula’s Hip Strip. Featuring handcrafted artisan brick oven pizza, pasta, sandwiches, soups & salads made with fresh, seasonal ingredients. Missoula’s place for pizza by the slice. A unique selection of regional microbrews and gourmet sodas. Dine-in, drive-thru, & delivery. Open everyday 11 a.m. to late.
The Broadway Sports Bar, Grill & Casino 1609 W. Broadway406-543-5678www.broadwayinncc.com
Sports Bar $6.15- ■ D ■ ■ ■ C,B 120 $12.95
All American sports bar and grill featuring specially made pizzas, burgers, wings and other favorites. Come watch your favorite sports team on either our 13 foot screen or one of 20 TVs. Private meeting banquet rooms. Private gaming area and outdoor courtyard.
The Catalyst Café & Espresso 111 N. Higgins 406-542-1337
Café/Deli $2-$8 B,L Coffee House
Downtown café serving hand made salads, soups, sandwiches and baked goods since 1991. Excellent coffee, espresso drinks and atmosphere. Warm staff and diverse clientele welcoming to all.
Ciao Mambo 541 South Higgins Ave.406-543-0377www.ciaomambo.com
Italian $10-$20 ■ D ■
The lights are low, the music is up, wine is fl owing, and the energy is buzzing…it’s the perfect setting for Italian food at Mambos. The pasta dishes with rich, savory sauces and fresh ingredients, thin crust pizzas baked to perfection, and unmatchable service will keep you coming back for more.
El Cazador101 S. Higgins Ave., 406-728-3657Missoula, MT 59802
Mexican / $6.95- ■ L,D ■ C,B Family Dining $13.95
Open for lunch and dinner from 11:00am to 9:00pm 7 days a week. Dine in casual comfort while enjoying our best authentic Mexican food—with a glass of beer or wine. Great Downtown location to serve you! Voted best Mexican food in Missoula 12 years in a row.
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Huevos Rancheros. Omelets. Tomato, Lime and Tortilla Soup.
Bing Cherry Salad. Fried Egg Sandwiches.
Open Mon.– Fri. 7am – 3pm; Sat. – Sun. 8am – 3pm
Breakfast and lunch served all day, everyday.
Daily specials from our local farmers.
Accept MC/Visa.
111 N. Higgins • Missoula, MT 59802 (406) 542-1337
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Finn & Porter Seafood, Steaks, & Chops100 Madison 406-542-4660 www.fi nnandporter.com
Steaks, Seafood $6-$35 ■ ■ B,L,D ■ ■ B 20 Finn & Porter Restaurant and deck featuring seafood, steak, and chops will entice you with a fabulous view, savory menu, and extraordinary service. Enjoy private dining with a river view.
Hoagieville Southgate Mall1256 W. Broadway, 2413 S. Higgins 406-543-52652405 N. Reserve, 406-541-8031
Fast Food/ $3-$6 L,D American
Serving Missoula from 4 convenient locations, Hoagieville has been serving the ultimate in quick service cuisine for over 35 years. World famous Hoagies, Hoagie Cheese Fries, Gourmet Burgers, Chicken Sandwiches and Real Shakes. Car hops at Higgins & Broadway locations.
Jocko’s49708 US Hwy 93 E., Polson, MT406-883-3636
Family Dining $5.95-$20 ■ ■ ■ ■ C
Located in the Best Western Kwa Taq Nuk Casino Resort in Polson, MT on Flathead Lake. Enjoy lakeview dining, from the balcony for breakfast, lunch or dinner. Open 7 days a week 6:30am-10am Sun.-Thurs. Open 24 hours on Fri. & Sat. nights. Full service lounge with flat-screen TVs.
Fresh Asian Style Dishes Since 1978FULL BAR
DIM-SUM HAPPY HOUR 4-6:00 EVERY NIGHT
DINE IN OR TAKE OUT
DELECTABLE DESSERTS
542-7333 • www.mustardseedweb.com Southgate Mall-Paxson Entrance
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in Missoula12 Years in a row
Family OwnedWe love to take careof our customersAuthentic MexicanFood at its best!
Corner of Higgins and Front–Downtown
101 S. Higgins406-728-3657
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Fiesta En Jalisco4880 N. Reserve St. 406-543-77753701 Brooks St. 406-728-1323110 Main St. – Polson 406-863-5854www.fi estaenjalisco.net
Mexican, $7-$14 ■ L,D ■ ■ ■ C Family Dining, Sports Bar
The best Mexican food north of the border! Come try our authentic, mouth-watering fajitas, enchiladas, and chicken mole served up with your favorite beer, wine, margarita, or cocktail. Enjoy casual dining in a rustic log cabin atmosphere. Easy to fi nd—just off I-90 at the Reserve Street exit.
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Iron Horse501 N. Higgins Ave.406-728-8866www.ironhorsebrewpub.com
American, $5.95- ■ L,D ■ ■ C,B 40 & 50 Northwest, $19.95 Sports Bar
Iron Horse Brew Pub and Grill is a favorite among the Missoula locals. The towering ceilings, warm wood interiors and all glass walls provide an open atmosphere. The perfect spot before or after a Griz game. 100% smoke free.
MacKenzie River Pizza Co.5210 Grant Creek Rd.137 W. Front St.406-721-0099 / 721-0077www.mackenzieriverpizza.com
American, $5-$15 ■ L,D ■
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Gourmet pizza in a rustic atmosphere. Sandwiches, salads, pasta, panini, and a great selection of microbrews and fi ne wines also available. We are passionate about exceeding your expectations each time you dine with us. Sit back, relax, and enjoy the experience. MRP Co…it’s that good!
501 N. HigginsDowntown Missoula
Hours: 11am-2am Everyday • 782-8866
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Montana Club - North 4561 North Reserve 406-541-8141www.montanaclub.com
Steaks, Seafood, $5-$20 ■ B,L,D ■ ■ C,B 50-80 Family Dining, Pizza Desserts
Brand new in July ’05, this modern classic Montana venue is a sure hit. Convenient second location just blocks off I-90. Montana sized, scratch made meals anytime of the day or night. Beautiful banquet area for large parties and lots of parking. Private gaming area.
Muralt’s Café Junction I-90 & US 93 N, Exit 96 406-728-8182 www.muralts.com
All-American, $3.50- ■ B,L,D C Family, Casual $12.99
Serving Ounces, Not Attitude. 24-hour, family friendly restaurant where all meals are made from scratch and breakfast is served anytime of the day. Home of the famous Big Medicine Buffalo Burger and great huckleberry milkshakes.
Montana Club - Brooks 2620 Brooks 406-543-3200www.montanaclub.com
Steaks, Seafood, $5-$20 ■ B,L,D ■ ■
Family Dining, Pizza Desserts
Missoula’s fi nest example of how food was meant to be. Scratch made breakfast, lunch, dinner and world class lunch & dinner specials daily. Dine in casual comfort while enjoying a true sense of Montana. Private gaming area.
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3621 BROOKS ST. • MISSOULA • 406-728-3228 • OPEN 7AM-MIDNIGHT (SERVING FOOD UNTIL 11PM)
B All Your Favorite Sporting EventsB 20 Gaming MachinesB 30 TV’s
B Family FriendlyB Serving Breakfast, Lunch & DinnerB Solar-Heated Deck
Great Service, Great Food, Great Fun.
When in Missoula, Do asthe Missoulians Do.
Locally owned & operated
Paradise Falls3621 Brooks St.406-728-3228www.paradisefallsmissoula.com
Sports Bar, $5-$16 ■ B,L,D ■ ■ ■ C,B 15 & 25 American, Family Dining
Paradise Falls is a Restaurant, Lounge and Casino offering family-friendly menu options for breakfast, lunch and dinner. With 30 TVs, equipped with all the sports packages, and 20 video gaming machines, you’ll never be short of entertainment. We are Missoula’s Sports Center!
541 S. Higgins Avenuedowntown Missoula • 406.543.0377
www.ciaomambo.com• open every night for dinner
Mustard Seed Asian Café Southgate Mall406-542-7333www.mustardseedweb.com
Asian, $8.95- ■ L,D ■ ■ Family Dining $12.95
The Mustard Seed’s Asia-style dishes are made to order with lean meats and fresh vegetables. Their signature sauces and dressings are prepared from scratch everyday. Sample award winning desserts. Take-out and delivery available. Dim-Sum Happy Hour 4-6pm Daily. Located at Southgate Mall.
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Pearl Café & Bakery231 E. Front St.406-541-0231www.pearlcafe.us
American, $18-$29 ■ ■ D ■
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French country specialties served in the warm and inviting atmosphere of a historic building. Chef-owned. Fresh fi sh and game dishes. Local ingredients. Excellent wine selection. Delicious desserts. Attention to detail and service. Reservations rsecommended.
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A culinary treasure tucked into the historic Florence Hotel. Treat yourself to a sensuous dining experience, service, cuisine and ambiance delivered with creative and elegant detail. Seasonal menus featuring the freshest ingredients. Chef owned and operated with an award-winning wine list.
Seasons Restaurant at Double Arrow Resort 2 miles South of Seeley Lake, Seeley Lake, MT 406-677-2777 www.doublearrowresort.com
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Offering an exquisite menu, outstanding wine list and a comfortable, casual atmoshphere. Next to Seasons Restaurant is our full-service lounge, where you can relax and enjoy cocktails in an equally cozy setting.
River Bend Restaurant, Brooks & Browns Bar and Casino200 South Pattee St.406-721-8550
Family Dining, $6-$36 ■ L,D ■ ■ B 25-1,000 American, Steaks, Seafood
Welcome to RiverBend—Missoula’s newest premier restaurant located in the Holiday Inn Downtown at the Park. The RiverBend prides itself on the freshest ingredients, Montana grown beef and seafood combined with a warm, rich atmosphere lending itself to a memorable dining experience.
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One of Missoula’s favorites! When you’re in the mood for good times, friendly service and great food, be sure to check us out. Voted “Best Milkshake in Missoula” 13 years running. Open 7 days a week from 8AM-3PM. Breakfast served all day.
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The cuisine at The Ranch at Rock Creek reflects its pure surroundings, all enhanced and inspired by Chef Josh Drage. Seasonal availability. Call for reservations and pricing.
71In addition to being an outstanding tourism destination, Missoula is a wonderful place to live. Statistics from the 2000 census show that
Ravalli County was the fastest growing county in Montana (31 percent increase), while Missoula County was the third fastest growing in that same 10 years.
When considering the cost of living, housing costs, education opportunities, crime rates and health care, along with the wide range of outdoor recreation opportunities and aesthetic beauty, the Garden City offers a quality of life no other city can match. In addition, it’s the quality of the people and their skill levels that are one of Missoula’s most valued resources. Recently, the Center for Enterprise Development ranked Montana number one in the nation for quality of workforce.
The University of Montana–Missoula is the largest of the state university system institutions, with over than 14,000 students. UM is one of the area’s largest employers, with more than 1,000 staff and faculty on the payroll. Missoula County Public Schools, Community Medical Center and St. Patrick Hospital and Health
Sciences Center also employ more than 1,000 individuals.
While the wood and paper products industry used to be one of the major employers in the area, trade center activities have taken a stronger hold on the local economy. Tourism is also one the major contributors to the economic base of Missoula.
Due to the exceptional level of health care facilities and personnel, Missoula positions itself as one of the major destinations in the West for health care.
For more information on relocating your business (or your family) to the Missoula
area, contact the Missoula Area Economic Development Corporation at www.maedc.org or 406-728-3337.
EconomicsThe Missoula Area Economic Development
Corporation works hard to help local business stay strong and competitive and to recruit new industry to the area. The MAEDC’s strategy has been reinforced by several national publications.
Forbes Magazine ranked Missoula 11th on the 2003 list of the “Best Small Places for Business and Careers.” Missoula scored especially well in the areas of job
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growth and education attainment. Inc. Magazine ranked Missoula 2nd among the nation’s top 25 cities of its size for doing business in America in 2004. Author Joel Kotkin, Senior Fellow at the Davenport Institute for Public Policy, wrote: “Montana’s nice scenery and the local university go a long way in a small place. Missoula’s population has almost doubled in the past 30 years, and many newcomers have started businesses. Financial and professional business services, as well as information have all made solid gains.”
Men’s Journal identifi ed Missoula as the best small town in America under 100,000 people in 2004. The ranking was based on health and recreational factors, weather, population, cost of living, housing prices, proximity to major sports teams or events, and the amount of undeveloped land nearby.
Finally, the editors of CNN and Money Magazine have included Missoula on a short list of six communities to consider “if you have to live somewhere else” than New York. The choice was based on cities “that feature a strong sense of community — as well as low crime, nice weather, low property taxes and excellent education.”
All of these rankings support the claims of Missoula local economic development boosters that, indeed, “a great place to live is a better place to work.” For more information on the Missoula market, visit www.maedc.org.
Health CareWith two regional hospitals, a clinic,
nearly 300 physicians, and almost 1,500 nurses, Missoula serves as a regional medical center for quality health care.
Community Medical Center is a referral center, receiving mothers and infants from throughout western Montana and Idaho, as it is the only hospital in Western Montana that has a separate Pediatric Intensive Care Unit for children.
With sponsorship from the Sisters of Providence, St. Patrick Hospital & Health Sciences Center is Western Montana’s most advanced cancer treatment center and is the regional leader in mental health and addiction treatment. St. Pat’s is
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well known for The International Heart Institute of Montana, which attracts the world’s leading researchers and clinicians to learn about heart disease.
Missoula is also home to the Western Montana Clinic, which has earned an excellent reputation for pioneering advances in medical technology. The clinic is affi liated with more than 60 Board Certifi ed physicians practicing in 19 medical specialties. Western Montana Clinic has seven satellite facilities throughout Western Montana.
Library The Missoula Public Library offers
free wireless Internet access and public Internet stations, study rooms, circulating print and audio-visual collections, and programming for all ages. It is open Mon.-Thurs. 10 A.M. to 9 P.M., Fri.-Sat. 10 A.M. to 6 P.M., and Sun. 1 to 5 P.M. 301 East Main St. 406-721-2665.www.missoulapubliclibrary.org.
Missoula Public SchoolsIn addition to The University of
Montana and the UM College of Technology, the Missoula public school system is one of the best in the region. With 13 elementary schools in District 1, an additional 12 in other area districts and four public high schools, the system serves nearly 14,000 students. The region also offers 7 private elementary schools and 4 private high schools.
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on a steady level, but a recent surge in building may help housing prices level off a bit. In 2009, the median price of a home was $214,500. Average monthly rent is just under $663 per month.
Tax StructureMontana is one of just fi ve states that
do not assess a sales tax. It is property tax and income tax that supports public services. Personal income tax ranges from 2 percent to 8 percent, and corporate income tax is 6.75 percent of net income.
About MissoulaTime Zone — Montana is in the Mountain Standard Time Zone from October through April and the Mountain Daylight Savings Zone from April through October.
TravelCommercial air carriers . . . . . . . . . . . 4Flights per day. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23Rail . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1Buses . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4
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Private air service can be contracted through:Minuteman Aviation . . . . . . . . . 406-728-9363Northstar Air Express. . . . . . . . 406-721-8886
Car TransportationCountless Missoula area
hotels offer courtesy pickup and delivery to and from the Missoula County Airport. Airport Shuttler (406-543-9416) offers shuttle service to anywhere in the Missoula area and many parts of western Montana, including Missoula to Polson, Seeley Lake, Ovando, Darby, Alberton, Superior, the Nine Mile area and all cities in between.
Nine car rental agencies service the Missoula area:• Alamo Rent A Car. . . . . . . . . 406-541-2345• Avis Rent A Car . . . . . . . . . . 406-549-4711• Budget Car & Truck Rental. . . . . . . . . . . . . 406-543-7001• Dollar Rent A Car . . . . . . . . . 406-542-2311• Enterprise Rent A Car . . . . . . 406-721-1888• Hertz Rent A Car . . . . . . . . . 406-549-9511• National Car Rental. . . . . . . . 406-543-3131• Rent A Wreck . . . . . . . . . . . . 406-721-3838• Thrifty Car Rental . . . . . . . . . 406-549-2277
Bus TransportationBus service is available to and
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from Missoula on Greyhound Bus Lines (406-549-2339) or Rimrock Stages (406-549-2339). The Missoula bus depot is at 1660 West Broadway.
Chartered bus service is available through Beach Transportation (406-549-6121) and Majestic Travels (406-273-2694).
Mountain Line Transportation is Missoula’s public transit system. Bus stops are easily identifi ed by the teal, yellow and pink signs. These signs are
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located where it is safe for the bus to stop. Mountain Line is the Missoula Urban Transit service provider, offering bus service to the Missoula community, The University of Montana, and the Missoula International Airport. City bus information and scheduling can be accessed via phone (406-721-3333) or website (www.mountainline.com). Bus fair is $1 per single ride. Children ride free during the summer months.
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Missoula by CarMissoula is easily accessible by
highway. Interstate 90 runs east-west right through the Missoula Valley. State highway 93 runs north-south through the valley. The distance from Missoula to other regional communities:
Distance (highway miles)Billings. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .345Bozeman. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .202Helena. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .113Great Falls . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .205Kalispell . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .121Spokane . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .198Seattle . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .476Boise . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .369Calgary, Alberta . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .467Denver. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .895Los Angeles. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1,211Phoenix . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1,230Portland. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .549Salt Lake City . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .524San Francisco . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1,147
IncomeThe average annual wage for
Missoula County in 2009 was $33,854. The Montana average was $33,765. compared to the national average of $45,371.
DemographicsPopulation: Montana (2009) . . . . 974,989Population: Missoula County (2009) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 108,623Population: Missoula City (2009) . . 68,202Unemployment Rate (2009). . . . . . . . 6.5%Median Price of House (2009) . . $208,775Average Monthly Rent (2009) . . . . . . $663Property Tax (within School District 1-1) 2009 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .747.52 millsSales Tax. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .none
MedicalPhysiciansCommunity Medical Center . . . . . . 400St. Patrick Hospital and Health Sciences Center . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 266Western Montana Clinic. . . . . . . . . . 75
ClimateElevation above sea level . . . . . . 3,199’Growing season . . . . . . . . . . 128 daysAnnual mean snowfall . . . . . . . . . 41.4"
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MARKET SHARE BY AREABY CLOSED SALES 2009
Central/North MissoulaUniversity DistrictLewis & Clark/FarviewsRattlesnakeEast Missoula
South Hills/Miller CreekLolo AreaOrchard Homes/Big FlatGrant Creek/Mullan Road
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2009 SOLD LISTINGS BY PRICE RANGE
Under $99,999$100k-$149,999k$150k-$199,999k
$200k-$249,999k$250k-$299,999kOver $300k
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Under $99,999$100k-$149,999k$150k-$199,999k
$200k-$249,999k$250k-$299,999kOver $300k
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Annual mean rainfall. . . . . . . . . . . 13.7"Average annual wind speed. . . 5.4 mph
Average Tempertures by Season High Low Mean Precip. Sunshine
Winter (Dec.–Feb.):32.8 17.7 25.3 2.98 in. 32.3%Spring (March–May):57.4 32.9 45.2 4.00 in. 56.0%Summer (June–Aug.):80.4 48.5 64.5 3.97 in. 72.7%Fall (Sept.–Nov.):56.3 38.0 44.2 2.87 in. 52.0%
Sources: Missoula Area Economic Development Corporation, 1121 East Broadway, Suite 100, Missoula, MT 59802; 406-728-3337 (phone); www.maedc.org; Lambros Real Estate; National Weather Service.
UtilitiesElectricMissoula Electric Coop. . 406-541-4433NorthWestern Energy . . 406-542-5950
GasNorthWestern Energy . . 406-542-5950
WaterMountain Water Co . . . . 406-721-5570
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MEDIAN 2009 SALE PRICEBY AREA OF TOWN
$100,000
$150,000
$200,000
$250,000
$300,000
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Central/North MissoulaUniversity DistrictLewis & Clark/FarviewsRattlesnakeEast Missoula
South Hills/Miller CreekLolo AreaOrchard Homes/Big FlatGrant Creek/Mullan Road
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Waste DisposalAllied Waste Systems . . 406-543-3157
MediaNewspapersMissoulian . . . . . . . . . . . 406-523-5280Missoula Independent . . 406-721-6609
TelevisionKECI-TV (NBC) . . . . . . . 406-721-2063KPAX-TV (CBS) . . . . . . . 406-542-4400KTMF-TV (ABC) . . . . . . . 406-542-8900KMMF-TV (FOX). . . . . . . 406-251-1360
RadioTown Square Media . . . . .406-728-9300Cherry Creek Broadcasting 406-728-5000KBGA College Radio . . . .406-243-6290KMSO Radio . . . . . . . . . .406-542-1025KUFM Public Radio . . . . .406-243-4931Simmons Media. . . . . . . .406-329-1864
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