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BY JANA BOUNDS [email protected]

ig Sky is set in one of the world’s most diverse ecosystems and live classrooms within which mysteries of the Bnatural world can be studied. As Rick Graetz, University of Montana Geographer, lead for UM’s Crown of the Continent & Greater Yellowstone Initiative and longtime Big Sky homeowner explained – Yellowstone smells of science. It’s a hot bed for action in the natural world– both literally and figuratively. Single cell organisms whose ancestors (L-R) Dr. Jeff Strickler, Maya Johnsen Livvy Milner, LPHS professor Patty Hamblin and Noelle Miller. “An ice dam broke loose and cleared ice and snow in a gave the earth its atmosphere; scorching hot wide swath – the students discussed this process on the land,” Rick Graetz explained. PHOTO BY RICK GRAETZ thermal pools laden with tiny life forms; 10,000 thermal features – more than half of the thermal of Montana, The Yellowstone Club Community path in interpreting the Greater Yellowstone Graetz and professionals from the Forest Service features which exist in the world; bird migration Foundation and Big Sky School District has Ecosystem to become involved for their junior and Park Service. On their own, study and patterns; recreation conflict; the reintroduction paved the way for what Graetz said is a cutting- and senior years,” he said. “And most important, reading coupled with field research will be a part of wolves and the resulting shift in elk and bison edge project for high school student-scholars. they will be sharing the knowledge gained with of the curriculum for the ladies this summer migration. “Not many schools in Montana, if any, are the community – service at its best!” and next year for their CAS (creativity, action, “It’s a living, breathing textbook without a involved with this type of overall natural system LPHS juniors Maya Johnsen, Niamh Gale, service) projects. page missing,” he said. work. Lone Peak High School’s IB degree and Noelle Miller, and Livvy Milner get to research A collaborative effort between the University CAS program allows students who choose this aspects of Yellowstone National Park alongside Hot bed | 2 Suicide Part III continued: Discovering hope Finding meaning by helping others after loss

BY JANA BOUNDS state at that time. [email protected] To someone who is more emotionally fragile, it could be a fender bender, a fight with their The previous article discussed the story spouse and not getting their expected raise at An overcast day in Helena, the Legislature has been hashing-out hot button topics like sage grouse of Mary Anne Gotheridge and the staggering work. protection and concealed carry in the House chamber before the second reading of SB 241. PHOTO BY reality of losing her brother, father and mother For the better part of a decade, Gotheridge JANA BOUNDS to suicide. felt fundamentally alone. Her psychiatrist The domino effect created in her family is put her on medication to reboot serotonin not an anomaly. It happens. One can lead to production in her brain and suggested a suicide another and to another. As discussed in the first survivors support group. That is when her life One more hurdle part of this series, the psychological implications really began to shift – when she started to feel of surviving someone who dies by suicide are hope again. great. The guilt weighs heavy. “Of-course I was scared to death [to go to a SB241 makes it past the She explained that humans are usually good support group] everyone else there was shocked, at handling one crisis at a time – a lost job or too. There were over 50 of us there. We thought Montana House of Representatives relationship, for example. It’s when problems we were all alone,” she said. start stacking, by her estimates, it’s when three Some members of the group brought their BY JANA BOUNDS and past the second reading projects. The effort is catastrophic events occur that most people begin children who struggled with the trauma of loss [email protected] at the Montana House of supported by all 10 resort to drown in dark thoughts. in various ways: some acted out; some were Representatives by a vote of area tax districts in Montana For example: Mourning a loss leads to painfully silent. Senate Bill 241 is now 75-24 on April 8. but was spearheaded by West alcoholism which leads to a lost job. Gotheridge asked if she could start an art heading to Gov. Steve SB 241 is a legislative Yellowstone and Big Sky Or for younger people: A failing grade, a project with the children. She brought shoe Bullock's desk after making effort which would allow Resort Area resort tax. Big break-up, a fight with a parent. boxes, magazines, newspapers, scissors and glue it past the third reading communities to vote on Sky and West Yellowstone Defining an event as catastrophic is entirely to introduce the kids to a concept called “Me on the House floor with raising the resort tax by SB 241 | 3 up to the person and relative to their mental Suicide | 3 a vote of 71-29 on April 9 1-percent for infrastructure

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The students delightedly He explained that a core Johnsen, who has been discovered at an after-school belief at the University of interested in wildlife biology meeting on April 3 that their Montana is that universities as a career, is most interested first field research project today can no longer be vertical. in field work; Gale is excited would begin at 7:30 a.m. on “We have to be horizontal. about studying thermal areas; Saturday, April 6: crust skiing 6 We have to be out in the Milner is fascinated by the miles up the Gallatin from the communities supporting us. migratory patterns of animals; Big Horn Pass trailhead to see We are expanding our work out Miller is thrilled to delve into water action and an area where in our communities,” he said. the history of Yellowstone to a bison and moose are nearly “Our address is Missoula but explain “why things are named coexisting. our home is every community what they are.” They all come from different in Montana.” It was a collective decision backgrounds: Johnsen and Gale With so much to research on what they are going to are Big Sky born and raised, with regard to Yellowstone, research. The ladies are excited Miller hails from Billings and Graetz said this will be an to really get to know Big Sky Milner from Houston, Texas. ongoing, sustainable project and this area; to share little- “To me, it’s the epitome – and a great test for getting known information; and to see of service what they’re going high school kids involved in things that not everyone gets to do – sharing information. research. to see. Everyone is excited to learn: it’s The four ladies involved The Lone Peak Lookout complex, it’s exciting,” Graetz this year are excited about is honored to help with the said. different aspects of the project: service aspect of their project. The ladies will be writing stories periodically which will be printed and shared with our Above, below: Lone Peak High School juniors Maya Johnsen, Niamh Gale, Noelle Miller and Livvy Milner readers. look over a map of Yellowstone during an after-school meeting. PHOTOS BY JANA BOUNDS

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SB 241 from A1 are looking at infrastructure needs venturing into the $50 million range. Red Lodge is looking at nearly $100 million in infrastructure requirements. Strain is placed on infrastructure in resort areas by the staggering number of tourists visiting. Rep. Ray Shaw (R) from Madison County, Rep. Kerry White (R) from Gallatin County and Rep. David Fern (D) from Whitefish all spoke in favor of the bill and asked for a do pass prior to the vote. Reading of the bill on the House floor was made possible by unanimous passage of the bill by the House Taxation Committee with an 18-0 vote. Senators spoke for and against the bill in the senate, but the House interaction did not speak to debate. Representatives Shaw and Fern answered one question, but there was no contention. Discussion at the Resort Tax board meeting on April 8 before the vote was hopeful. The House in action: plenty of heated debate occurred in the past week regarding bills linked to sage grouse “We looked at it and we protection and concealed carry for legislators. PHOTO BY JANA BOUNDS said, ‘Well, it’ll be great if we get 70 votes,” Board Director The bill is drafted to fund Completion of the approved ballot measure for a specified individual infrastructure project would mean a sunset – infrastructure need is voter Mike Scholz said. “And we got Rep. Kerry White (R) from Gallatin County was one of three 75.” projects which are initially or end– of the 1-percent resort approved. representatives to speak in favor of SB 241. PHOTO BY JANA approved by voters. tax increase until another BOUNDS

Suicide from A1

According to Mental Health America, while some people may not call prevention centers, they do usually seek help. “64 percent of people who attempt suicide visit a doctor in the month before their attempt, and 38 percent in the week before.”

Also, nine out of ten people who survive a suicide attempt do not go on to complete suicide at a later time, according to a Cambridge University study.

call somebody to connect,” she through it,” she said. the police for a wellness check!” “You never get over it, but explained. “Even if you’re having More recently a neighbor She did and made sure her you learn to get through it and those crazy ass feelings, you told Gotheridge in passing that report was anonymous. The next eventually you learn to turn know that you have someone on she figured she’d just kill herself. day her neighbor hugged her around and put your hand out the other side who loves you and Gotheridge discussed it with and said, “Thank you. I know it for the person behind you,” she cares for you.” another neighbor who said, “Call was you who called.” said. She said it’s important to ask the tough questions – to reach out – then they know that someone is paying attention and wants to help. “If you’re concerned about someone, bring it up. Let them talk about it and their feelings on it,” she said. “You know from reading, ‘Man’s Search for Meaning,’ we cannot give another person the will to live. When I would call my friend Mary Anne Gotheridge’s kid brother Dail was full of life from day every night and he would say one, she said. He died by suicide after a bad break-up in his early 20s. I’m still here and we would talk COURTESY MARY ANNE GOTHERIDGE a little bit, I would say, ‘Okay, I’ll call you tomorrow.’” We did that b o x e s”. children to raise. The night is for a couple of weeks. When he The outsides of the boxes the worst, Gotheridge explained. said, ‘I’m tired and I just want represented what they let their They emphasized in the support to go home.’ I had an honest families, friends and school group the importance of reaction, I started crying and teachers see; the insides of the exchanging information with said, ‘I’m really going to miss boxes represented their inner a few people for when the dark y ou .’” worlds – aspects of their loss waters rise. When a person is in the which they didn’t let anyone see. “If you need to call me at depth of despair, they can’t feel They labored on their 2 a.m. – you call me. You’re anymore, she explained. projects for a month and it just in that deep dark ocean by “He had to find his own will was fully revealed to her how yourself at night. You need to to live – and he did – he got damaged these children were and how hesitant they were to discuss their pain in families COMMUNITY COUNSELING which had already sustained loss of such a magnitude. SUPPORTED BY WOMEN IN ACTION: “Oh my god, the heaviness those little kids were carrying ALCOHOL AND DRUG SERVICES OF GALLATIN COUNTY around with them because of Individual and group outpatient therapies for substance use suicide… they see their parents disorders, DUI and misdemeanor dangerous drug classes, and struggling and they don’t want to create any more upset,” she said. prevention strategies Gotheridge went into social (406) 586-5493 work to try to help people – to try to foster some meaning MSU – HUMAN DEVELOPMENT CLINIC – COUNSELING INTERN from her incredible loss. What Master’s Level Counseling Intern providing individual, couple, child, she discovered was a broken system – so broken that one of and family counseling her clients –who was a suicidal (406) 570-3907 mother of five whose husband died when she was pregnant DR. HILLARY MORIN - LICENSED CLINICAL PSYCHOLOGIST – couldn’t receive any help Individual therapy for adolescents and adults experiencing until after she shot herself with a shotgun. This was despite depression, anxiety, eating disorders, difficulty with peer relationship Gotheridge’s repeated and and bullying, and bipolar disorders desperate pleas for assistance (406) 415-2017 and warning that she would try to end her life. “I’ve learned that I can’t save JULIE WALKER – M.ED, CANDIDATE LCPC the world; I can’t save anybody, Mental health counseling for children, adolescents, and young adults but if somebody comes across as well as college and career counseling my path, then I’m there,” she (406) 579-3409 said. That included repeated Mary Frances and Willie Dail Gotheridge were full of hope and smiles For more information visit Women In Action’s website. late-night phone conversations in the early part of their marriage. Tragedy struck and they sank into with a friend who lost his wife deep depression before dying by suicide. COURTESY MARY ANNE BIGSKYWIA.ORG to suicide and left him with GOTHERIDGE LONE PEAK LOOKOUT A4 April 11, 2019 LONE PEAK LOOKOUT A5 April 11, 2019 LONE PEAK LOOKOUT A6 April 11, 2019 Not So Average Jane Finding home in a Vega named Earl Carol Van Lith may have left Montana, but Montana never left her thoughts

BY JANA BOUNDS “You love what you do, that she was selling cameras The severe recession hit hasn’t been a church goer the marriage, because it freed [email protected] don’t you?” she asks. “You can and not too jazzed about it, and she found her way to for a while. Still, she feels me up to follow my dream tell?” I reply. “I can always Craig told her to head west Bozeman in the Spring of that God gave her this for a to move back here. I was able met Carol Van Lith tell,” she says with a grin. “I’m with Earl and she would take 1981 where she did “all sorts reason. to move back and I’m just so during happy hour a very perceptive person.” care of arrangements for of jobs to make a living.” “God asked me to use glad it happened. I hope he’s at Chopper’s Grub In December 1980, Carol Van Lith to stay. Van Lith After four years in Bozeman, what I have for a positive happy, too. I was too much andI Pub. She’s a spirited and Van Lith drove a Vega named arrived on Christmas Day she headed back to Minnesota reason in other peoples’ of a free spirit [for him],” she funny person – a “crack-up” Earl out here from Minnesota. and began washing dishes at – where she would remain for lives – people who are going said. my British friends would The car belonged to her Huntley Lodge. She would the next 30 years – while still through the same thing – to She returned as quickly say. Her genuine grin and lifelong friend Katie Craig also work as a housekeeper dreaming of Montana. be available for people who as possible and worked as a willingness to dish out good- who was working at Huntley that year and would entertain She got married and don’t feel comfortable talking concierge at Big Sky Resort natured zingers makes her Lodge. She had called and at Chet’s – playing the guitar then divorced. Her life path about it,” she said. “It’s for five seasons before one of the most approachable asked Van Lith what she was and singing 1970s folk and being somewhat guided by amazing how people open- moving over to Hungry people in the place. up to – when Van Lith replied Americana music. mental health awareness. It up to me. Everybody needs Moose on the mountain was how she met her former support in some way, shape where she discovered her love husband Rich – they both or form and emotional is a of cooking. She also landed had been diagnosed with big part of it.” a job in the fall at a private Bipolar Disorder. She saw She’s spent over 40 years bird hunting camp just north him speak, raised her hand on Lithium. She hates of Lewiston. That journey during the question period, the idea of being on any opened–up a whole other lingered afterward and love medication for that long, area for her to explore both in

Carol Van Lith embodies positivity and kindness. She’s also a little feisty and a heck of a lot of fun. PHOTO BY JANA BOUNDS

blossomed. The two would but tests show she is not culinary arts and her outdoor co-write a book about Bi– sustaining damage to her pursuits. Polar disorder called, “Bipolar liver or thyroid. She’s an avid fisherwoman Rescue Me! Balancing Act.” “I’ve never had any and solo adventurer – she Since 1976 Van Lith problems. I’ve always wanted packs up and heads all over has been an ambassador to find a more natural way the state – chasing rainbow to destigmatizing mental to deal with my bipolar trout and hot springs. She illness. She said her efforts disorder. I’ve heard a lot of even caught a couple of 18- have continually been good things about CBD oil inch rainbow trout the last well-received, even in the and calming practices. Yet, if few years. Still, she shirks workplace. it’s not broken, don’t fix it,” the “River Runs Through It” “I’ve always wanted to be she said. “I really respect that type of fishing, instead opting open with people about it. It’s Lithium has been the key to for “Minnesota style – using always opened doors for me my mental health all these a hook, nightcrawler and rather than closed doors for y e ar s .” bobber.” She said fish don’t me,” she said. Mental illness is an care what’s on the other end, “I have met a number organic disease just like any they just want to see that of young kids who are other, she said. worm. struggling with the same “But it manifests She loves Montana – stuff I am,” she said. “I have in behavior instead of the feeling that it is safe to said, ‘Hey come to me if physically. We need to break adventure alone, to forget you’re struggling.’” down the barrier,” she said. and leave doors unlocked It’s a bad idea to try to Despite her advocacy and on occasion, to know so handle things by yourself, she her relationship with Rich, a many people in Big Sky and affirmed. big chunk of her heart always to be known, to be able to “There is a whole remained in Montana. adventure without handling community who is struggling “He knew where my heart six lanes of traffic. with you and you can’t know was, and I knew he would “I love to camp and have I’m Sam, and I love people; especially ones that take me for car rides, it until you open up,” she never want to move here. It had so much fun exploring give me treats and snuggle with me under blankets. I am house- said and explained that she was kind of the luck of the different areas of Montana,” trained, crate-trained and even know a few tricks! I absolutely adore has deep spiritual roots but draw when he wanted to end she said. kids, but would prefer to be the only pet in my new home. If you are looking for playful and affectionate companion to curl up with after a leisurely hike, I’m your guy! Come on down to Heart of the Valley and spend some time with me. I may be your new best friend! Adoption counselors are able to introduce you to Sam any day of the week from 11:30am-5:00pm. You can meet him at 1549 East Cameron Bridge Road or call (406) 388-9399 to hear more about him.

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ig Sky Resort will construct over 250 new parking spaces for the 2019-2020 ski season. TheB new parking spaces is phase one of a long-term parking plan to add over 500 parking spaces near the ski slopes. This new parking will be located in Mountain Village, east of the current parking, located downhill from the existing lot. Skiers will have a choice of walking the short distance to the slopes or taking the parking shuttle system. Additionally, Big Sky Resort will increase shuttle capacity by 50 per- cent in conjunction with the parking expansion.

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A peek at the plans for expanded skier parking. CONCEPT DRAWING COURTESY BIG SKY RESORT A full rainbow!

Thank you, Hope Vickers, for submitting this lovely shot of a full rainbow that was taken last night (April 9) on the Galla- tin River!

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Big Sky students have talent “High School Musical” performance a hit with Fabulous

he Warren Miller Performing Arts Center was Flach is a well-known vocal performer who has attended learned two different roles and performed them Friday and greeted with the sound of basketballs, cheering Interlochen, NYU and worked with the Crossing, explained Saturday nights just impresses me more.” and singing in Big Sky Broadway’s performance of Big Sky Broadway founding producer Barb Rowley. One of the cheerleaders even did a flip and landed in the “HighT School Musical” on April 5 and 6. It was the largest Big “I told Ace that if I do not see him performing on splits, Fabulous said with awe in his voice. Sky Broadway production to date with 23 Big Sky High School Broadway in a few years, I will be very disappointed,” Support roles of the staff and crew also contributed to the cast and crew members. Fabulous said. great performance, Fabulous said. “I loved it way more than I thought I would,” Fabulous, When Michael Romney was shooting baskets as a part Everyone was amazing, he said. “I loved how even though who is a regular arts contributor for LPL, said, “It was so of his role as Troy Bolton on Saturday night, the whole it wasn’t perfect, they overcame the few minor mistakes so impressive to see Big Sky kids all working together to put crowd cheered when he landed baskets. It was a real sense of beautifully and fluidly.” together such an impressive performance.” community there – everyone coming together. According to Rowley, Big Sky Broadway will present It was hard to pick favorite performances because everyone Eight students changed characters from Friday to Saturday, Matilda on June 21-22. Sixty kids are enrolled for the worked so hard. They all did an amazing job, Fabulous said. Fabulous said. “Now that I’m looking at this, I’m just even production, which will include two shows of different casts Two of his favorite parts were Ace Beattie’s body language and more impressed, because I thought Emma [Flach] learned that and 30 kids each show. There will also be 10 student staff and choreography and Emma Flach’s voice. one character, but now to learn that eight different students interns.

RIGHT: Emma Flach gave a stand-out performance as Gabriella Montez in Big Sky Broadway’s performance of “High School Musical” on April 6.

BOTTOM RIGHT, LEFT: The show was high energy, lots of fun and had fantastic choreography. LONE PEAK LOOKOUT B2 April 11, 2019

2019 late winter survey of northern Yellowstone elk released Yellowstone elk numbers down, still above average, low calf count reported

Elk numbers in Yellowstone helicopter. calves per 100 cows considered mortality, including predation, National Park’s northern herd All observed elk were This is the second consecutive necessary to maintain a stable environmental factors and are fewer compared to last year, counted across the survey area, population. It is likely that hunting. however the population remains and when possible staff also year with calf ratios below the additional winter mortalities The Working Group was above the 10-year average and classified elk by age and sex. threshold of 20 calves per 100 cows will occur into spring, further formed in 1974 to cooperatively other recent counts. Low calf This survey was conducted reducing overall numbers preserve and protect the long- survival will likely impact the consistently with the 2016 considered necessary to maintain and recruitment. Below- term integrity of the northern population over the next two classification survey in order a stable population. It is likely that average yearling bull and calf Yellowstone winter range for years, according to a population to assess population changes recruitment is likely to result in wildlife species by increasing survey conducted last month. over the past three years. Survey additional winter mortalities will lower numbers of brow-tined our scientific knowledge of The Northern Yellowstone conditions were favorable across occur into spring, further reducing bulls being recruited into the the species and their habitats, Cooperative Wildlife Working the region, however winter population over the next two promoting prudent land Group conducted its annual conditions were severe, and overall numbers and recruitment. years. management activities, and late winter classification of many elk were observed to be in Below-average yearling bull and calf Though overall elk numbers encouraging an interagency the northern Yellowstone elk poor condition. " are down this year as compared approach to answering population on March 17-19, Staff counted 5,800 elk, recruitment is likely to result in lower to 2018, it is not unusual to questions and solving problems. 2019. The survey was conducted including 1,361 elk (23.5 numbers of brow-tined bulls being observe fluctuations in numbers The Working Group is from a helicopter by staff from percent) inside Yellowstone of elk counted due to survey comprised of resource managers the Montana Department of National Park and 4,149 elk recruited into the population over the quality, elk movements and and biologists from the Fish, Wildlife & Parks, which is (71.5 percent) north of the next two years. sightability of elk, which vary Montana Department of Fish, part of the Working Group. park. The total count of 5,800 with conditions. Trends in elk Wildlife & Parks; National Park Typically, an annual elk was 23 percent lower than populations are best assessed by Service (Yellowstone National trend count is conducted by the 7,579 elk observed during and a low count of 3,915 elk higher than recent surveys, considering multiple years of Park); U.S. Forest Service fixed-wing aircraft to count the 2018 trend count, and 23 observed in 2013. but below long-term average. survey data together. (Custer Gallatin National the total number of elk, and a percent lower than the 7,510 Of the 5,800 elk counted, Staff observed 16 percent fewer The trend for this population Forest); and U.S. Geological separate helicopter survey is total elk counted during the staff classified 5,510 elk by age cows, 46 percent fewer calves has been increasing since Survey-Northern Rocky conducted to classify elk by age 2016 classification survey, but and sex, resulting in ratios of and 42 percent fewer yearling 2013; this is the first year Mountain Science Center in and sex in order to estimate higher than the 10-year average 15.2 calves, 5.2 yearling bulls bulls as compared to the 2016 since 2013 that elk numbers Bozeman. calf and yearling bull survival count of 5,399 elk. The long- and 12.6 brow-tined bulls per classification survey. Brow-tined have fallen from the previous and ratios of mature bulls in term average of observed elk 100 cows. Calf and yearling bull bull numbers increased by 21.3 year. The Working Group will – Northern Yellowstone the population. This year the numbers since surveys began in ratios were lower than recent percent from 432 observed in continue to monitor trends Cooperative Wildlife surveys were combined, and elk 1976 is 10,634 elk, with a peak surveys and long-term averages. 2016 to 524 observed in 2019. of the northern Yellowstone Working Group were counted and classified by high count of 19,045 elk in 1994 Brow-tined bull ratios were This is the second elk population and evaluate consecutive year with calf the relative contribution ratios below the threshold of 20 of various components of

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The trend in elk population has been increasing since 2013; however, this year scientists have seen the population decline. FACEBOOK PHOTO Teen survives bear attack south of Ennis

A 17-year-old male was him face-down on the ground. investigation is ongoing, but no Zoe Luchini attacked by a bear south of The teen, who was wearing a further management action is Ennis on Sunday. He fortunately hoodie and a backpack, said being taken at this time. survived the attack with he was able to reach over his FWP reminds everyone to This week's Miner of the week is third-grader Zoe Luchini. "Zoe is a well-balanced relatively minor injuries. shoulder and spray the bear with be cautious when in the field inquirer. She tries her very best no matter if she is working on academics, crafting, or The teen and his family bear spray, and the bear left. as bears are active during the playing sports. Zoe takes pride in her work and is always willing to help others who are were visiting their cabin in Wolf The young man began spring, summer and fall months. seeking support. She is kind and caring to her teachers and peers," said her teacher Mrs. Creek, about 30 miles south of walking out and made radio Some recommended tips for Dowd. Zoe is someone who arrives to school a smile and a positive attitude every day. Ennis, on the east side of the contact with his family. He avoiding negative encounters Keep it up Zoe, we are so proud of you. Madison Valley. He was out was treated for his injuries at with bears include: – BSSD looking for shed antlers in the Madison Valley Medical Center area. and later released. • Be prepared and aware of your According to the teen, he FWP was notified of the surroundings. was walking down a hill around attack at 3:45 p.m. Based on the • Carry and know how to use MINERS AND BIG HORN OF THE WEEK IS BROUGHT TO YOU BY: 2 p.m. when he heard a “thump” teen’s description of the bear’s bear spray. behind him. He turned around behavior, the bear was mostly • Travel in groups whenever to see a bear charging at him. likely a grizzly bear. FWP has possible. The teen was carrying bear spray, notified people who live in the • Stay away from animal The Yellowstone Club Community but he was unable to deploy it area of the attack. The area has carcasses. immediately because of the bear’s very limited public access and • Follow U.S. Forest Service food Foundation serves as a resource rapid approach. The bear pushed does not get many visitors. storage regulations. for nonprofits in the greater Big him up against a tree and held The bear’s behavior in this • If you encounter a bear, never him there momentarily. When incident appears to be typical approach it. Back away slowly Sky and Gallatin Valley area. the bear let go, the teen fell over of surprise close encounters. and leave the area. and attempted to crawl between FWP will continue to monitor two trees and protect his head the area, which is well within –Montana Fish, Wildlife & and vitals. The bear then pinned occupied bear habitat. The Parks, Region 3 LONE PEAK LOOKOUT B3 April 11, 2019

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April is an interesting making ill-informed world’s human labor. The U.S. is about $1.3 trillion believe how we as nation month. It's the first full Regarding taxes, emotional decisions. For the study suggests, depending and this does not include address all of the above month of spring. In Big Sky, record, even with the October upon various adoption students who carry student issues, some of which are though there might be a few the time to begin decline, the S&P Index had a scenarios, automation will related debt on credit cards. interconnected, will lead to more days, even weeks of planning for gain for the year and by the displace between 400 and 800 Many of these students have either positive or negative skiing, it is easy to see spring April 15, 2020 is end of 1989, the market value million jobs globally by 2030. never seen consistent good long-term economic is here and summer is on the of the Index exceeded its high • Since 1970, the economic times beginning consequences. They are way. 2019. Regarding in 1987 before the crash. number of Natural Disasters with the recession of 2000- challenges, but I would It is also an interesting performance reports, Regarding taxes, the worldwide has more than 2002 and followed by the suggest with challenges come month for a couple of other I would suggest it time to begin planning quadrupled to around 400 Great Recession starting in great potential. reasons. April 15 is the due for April 15, 2020 is 2019. a year. The cost of natural 2008. Paying this debt will Take some time to date for income tax filing, is important to be Regarding performance disasters has been increasing. mean these students, either consider the above potential so for many, it tends to be aware of current reports, I would suggest it For the U.S., 2017 was a individually or part of a long-term trends and a grumpy month. Also, for economic conditions, is important to be aware of record year for the cost of family households, will be less possibly consider others investors, it is the beginning current economic conditions, economic disasters coming able to buy new cars, their you may identify. Do your of the second quarter, and but more important but more important to in at over $300 billion. 2018 first house, appliances and own research using qualified they are receiving their to understand understand personal was about $90 billion. Every other consumer goods, and independent sources. Finally, performance reports from the personal investment investment objectives, current article I have reviewed project perhaps most important, save I suspect these are issues that first quarter. asset allocation, theoretical the economic impact of and invest for the future. many national politicians Many will believe they objectives, current volatility risk and theoretical natural disasters to continue • The per capital cost wish to avoid because they are have made or lost money the asset allocation, expected return. And finally, to increase. of Health Care in the U.S. complicated and often require first quarter based on the theoretical volatility understand the only time • In a recent report is about $10,000. A recent difficult decisions. Do not let numbers in the performance anyone makes or loses money card on the condition of Harvard University study them do so. If I am correct, report. If the report shows risk and theoretical on any investment is when it America’s Infrastructure, indicates that this is the these possible long-trends a decline from the previous expected return. And is sold. the American Society of biggest cause of bankruptcy, may affect tax policy and report, they may also be finally, understand Rather than stressing Civil Engineers gave U.S. representing about 62 percent personal financial security for grumpy. Between taxes and about the tax due day or the infrastructure a D+ or “poor” of all personal bankruptcies years to come. performance reports, it can the only time results of a quarterly report rating. The report estimated are due to health care. The be a very grumpy month for anyone makes or I would suggest that time cost improving America’s interesting and sad part of - Doyle Ranstrom some households. loses money on any is better spent learning and infrastructure to a grade of this study shows that 78 I understand why April thinking about potential long- B by 2025 at $4.6 trillion of percent of filers had some 15 can be stressful. Years ago, investment is when it term economic trends. which only about 55 percent form of health insurance. it was for me also, mostly is sold. I am not a futurist, but has been committed. because I waited until the some long-term economic • Student Debt in the I may be wrong, but I very last second to work on trends which I believe may taxes. That strategy did not the S&P Index, had seen both affect future taxes and work for tax filing any more significant increase in market personal financial security are than it did in college studying value during the course of the as follows: for a final. year. However, on October 19, The last time I personally the stock market declined 23 • Artificial Intelligence: thought anyone made or percent in one day. often called A-I. A-I is not lost money looking at a There were economic coming, it is here. A two- performance report was the reasons for this, but there year study from McKinsey late 1980s after the stock were also failed investment Global Institute suggests that market crash of 1987. Until strategies – such as program by 2030, intelligent agents October of 1987, the stock trading and leveraging – and robots could eliminate market, as measured by along with many investors as much as 30 percent of the

Doyle Ranstrom and his wife are residents of Montana and have owned a residence in Big Sky since 2004. Ranstrom is a Certified Financial Planner® and has a financial planning consulting firm. He sold the wealth management firm he founded at the end of 2016. Check out his website, www.doylearanstrom.com for more, and check back with the Lookout in the coming weeks as he continues his guest column full of local insight.

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Ann Scheder-Bieschin - Independent Educational Consultant CarinaCollegeCounseling.com 707-324-9508 LONE PEAK LOOKOUT B5 April 11, 2019 LETTERS Community support requested by TO THE Big Sky School District EDITOR We lived in Helena when Big Sky opened in 1973. We skied the Great Divide in Helena and Bridger Bowl. Once Big Sky opened we turned south at Belgrade and never looked back. A day pass cost $7.50. When Boyne bought the resort from the original investors, we and another couple from Helena bought Community support requested by a Hill condo. 18 years ago we bought a home in South Fork. We moved to Big Sky permanently 16 years ago. I have skied Big Sky every single season it has been open. That puts me in the geezer class but not, Big Sky School District unfortunately, a Legend for my season pass. Dear Big Sky Community, In 1973, Big Sky had three fixed grip chairs and a gondola. Earlier this year, I was waiting at the Spring Greetings from the Big Sky School District. It is election season and this year the bottom of Challenger to meet some friends. I skied over to the billboards there showing every run school district has two levies on the ballot for voter consideration. We are really excited about and lift in this vast resort. As I studied them, a lift operator came and asked if he could help me. I the possibilities that both levies bring to the district. responded, “Yes. When did all this HAPPEN?” A couple of weeks ago, I was riding Swifty with a First we are asking voters to approve a general fund levy in the amount of $40,000.00. In bubbly, enthusiastic teenager from Colorado. She was quizzing me about glade runs. As I was pointing the state of Montana, a school district has the ability to ask the voters to approve a local levy in out Tango, Soul Hole and others, we crested the top of the chair. There was Lone Peak, the Bowl, A-Z order to operate at 100 percent of the allotted budget calculated by the state of Montana. These Chutes and Challenger. My chair mate was so excited she practically bounced off the chair, saying, dollars will be used specifically for expenses related to teacher and staff salaries. The tax impact “This place is BONKERS!” per home value dollars is broken down the following ways: Whenever I ride with folks visiting Big Sky, I always ask “How do people here treat you?” The answer is always: “The people are GREAT; what’s not to like about this place?” Let’s not change our collective friendly face of Big Sky. After all, the friendly face of Big Sky brought us here. I’m confident that, over the years, I’ve done my share of complaining about Big Sky not recognizing my entitlement as a local. I have heard it since 1973. People complained when the tram was installed (not enough capacity). People will complain when a lift is installed on the south side of Lone Peak to access Marx, Lenin and Liberty (too much capacity). I wondered about Ramcharger8. Now that I have experienced it, I love it. The crowds at the base melt away and disappear into the runs on Andesite. You can hardly find the skiers once they get off that chair. The Ikon pass is the latest irritant. But, let’s not change. We are the GREAT locals. Let’s not become cranky locals. Remember: This place is BONKERS! And it will remain so. Les Loble Additionally, the district is excited to partner with Habitat for Humanity, Gallatin Valley to Big Sky, MT construct teacher and staff housing on our property. The partnership with Habitat will allow the district to construct stable, predictable rental units for Big Sky School District staff. The methods of Habitat for Humanity allow the district to construct the units on district property for approximately $135 per square foot; this is significantly less than the current rate in Big Sky. The district is seeking approval of a Building Reserve Levy in the amount of $600,000 over five years. This levied amount will be used to complete all infrastructure for two triplexes as well as one triplex structure. The tax impact per property value dollars is broken down the following ways:

The Board is, as always, grateful for the support the community shows in supporting the school through positive election results. Should you have any further questions or in need of any additional information regarding the school levies this election cycle, please reach out to superintendent Dustin Shipman at [email protected] or make plans to attend one of the following informational meetings jointly held by the district and Habitat for Humanity. Wednesday April 24 from 6 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. in the Warren Miller Performing Arts Center Wednesday May 1 from 6 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. in the Warren Miller Performing Arts Center

– BSSD

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g A deputy met with Curley Bear Road property owners g A caller in the area of Gallatin Road and Lone Mountain who were changing the locks on their residence since Trail notified emergency services at 1:20 a.m. that they’d they were proceeding with abandonment of property by a just heard a big “boom.” They suspected a vehicle hit renter. No one was in the residence when they checked it. something but they were unsure. A deputy responded but Hours. Visit. could not find anything amiss. Sunday 1-5pm Located at the north end g Someone called the Big Sky Sheriff’s Office at 9:45 a.m. Monday 10am-6pm of Lone Peak High School (Toddlers Storytime regarding a complaint filed by their spouse the night prior. g The owner of an Australian shepherd with no collar 10:30am) notified deputies at 8:30 a.m. that the dog had gone Tuesday: 4-8pm Announcement. g A deputy met with someone who had concerns about missing. Wednesday 4-8pm No Volunteer Meeting on an individual with mental health struggles. They were Closed Thursday-Saturday April 17. Happy Easter! hoping the individual could be checked on. This was g A Spruce Cone Drive caller contacted deputies about a Public Computers Available. made challenging as the person does not have a working car that had been parked in front of their residence for a cellphone. week. They wanted it to be checked on. All Are Welcome.

g A deputy spoke with someone who received a g A deputy checked on a vehicle that was left in the fraudulent check in the mail. It was noted this is a common Ousel Falls Trail parking lot, placed on blocks. It was not bigskylibrary.org scam. registered and was missing all four wheels and its stereo.

g A gray Dakine wallet was lost somewhere in Big Sky. g At 1 p.m. a Life360 crash alarm was originating from under a ski lift at Big Sky Resort. g A Child Protective Services employee spoke with a Big b2Cares.com Sky deputy who was attempting to locate the parent of an g A vehicle found in Big Sky was reported as stolen from individual at their office. Information was limited. the airport. It was taken by accident.

g A woman skiing off the back side of Lone Peak in the g Deputies responded to a suicide threat at 10:30 p.m. backcountry was suffering from a dislocated shoulder at 2:45 p.m. The county search and rescue team was alerted just in case they were needed, but resort ski patrol was April 5, 2019 able to get her pack on resort property. She was taken to g A deputy was dispatched to investigate a 911 hangup the Big Sky Medical Center via private transport. call, and determined it must have been a misdial.

g A caller to the Big Sky Sheriff’s Office reported that g At 9:45 a.m., a deputy stopped a vehicle speeding someone was yelling at them about money they owed. through a construction zone and issued a warning to the They stated that the money was actually owed by an driver. individual they were no longer with, and requested that a deputy contact the upset party and tell them to cease g A deputy was dispatched on a 911 hangup call, and was contacting the caller. The deputy did so, warning the unable to reach caller. A callback finally reached the caller subject. Take a tumble? Find us at our slope-side who explained that his Apple watch must have accidentally location to get back on your feet in no time. called while he was skiing. April 2, 2019 g A caller reported that his vehicle was hit by a sign g A deputy assisted a woman who had locked her dog in held by a construction worker. A deputy investigated her car and lost her car keys at 2:20 a.m. the incident, speaking to the construction worker. It was determined to be accidental contact during an attempt by g Big Sky Community Organization employees were the worker to slow the vehicle. The caller was advised to advised that they could have an abandoned car towed file a civil claim if desired, as the damage to the vehicle from the Ousel Falls Trail parking area as it is private was not knowingly or purposefully caused. property. g At 11:30 a.m., deputies gave a ride to a man who had g A deputy spoke with a man who was having a hard time called and asked for assistance getting himself to the and had expressed suicidal thoughts to an individual who Hope House so that he could seek treatment. reached out to the sheriff’s office. The man arranged to stay with a longtime friend for a while. A deputy visited a residence to complete a VIN inspection on a vehicle to be sold by the owner. g A child on Deep Forest Drive called 911 at around 6 p.m. There was no emergency, so responders spoke to the child g A caller wanted to inform deputies that he’d found a about the importance of calling 911 only for emergencies. woman’s golf shoe while hunting last season. He was concerned that it could be a clue to help find a potential g A man parked along Lone Mountain Trail at 7 p.m. was missing person. advised he could not camp there and was asked to remove his camper by morning. April 6, 2019

April 3, 2019 g At approximately 2 a.m., deputies stopped a driver for running two consecutive stop signs. The driver was arrested on DUI and parole violation. g At 9 a.m. a deputy spoke with a woman who was moving into a Peaks View Drive residence. All the alarm g codes she was given were not working. A deputy conducted a traffic stop for an equipment malfunction, issuing a warning to the driver. g A man whose white Audi broke down and was marked to be towed was advised to contact Montana Highway April 7, 2019 Patrol as the car was left at a highway turnout rather than on resort property. g A vehicle was reported parked in the wrong spot for two consecutive days in Arrowhead Mall, which seemed g A deputy answered a citizen’s questions regarding unusual to the reporting caller. Deputies were able to individuals parking along subdivision roads in the Meadow contact the vehicle owner and confirmed his well-being. area. It was explained that law enforcement can only enforce fire code related to parking violations on the g A deputy stopped a vehicle for a moving violation, giving roadway in question. the driver a warning.

g A welfare check related to a man communicating suicidal feelings was performed by a deputy at around 9

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BY JANA BOUNDS foundations,” a press release [email protected] explained. “It was a big undertaking It’s more than just for us as an organization,” aesthetically and olfactorily Lynn said. “We worked pretty displeasing – dog excrement closely with a committee of is bad for the river. volunteers on that fundraising A Gallatin River Task effort. A lot of it was the folks Force member who is we had on board reaching out also a part of AmeriCorps to their networks.” received a grant to host a The effort has been clean-up in early to mid- remarkably successful, with May. Community members $1.1 million of the intended interested in volunteering $1.2 million already raised. should look to future Lone “Bill Collins who leads the Peak Lookout calendars for real estate sales effort at the further information. Yellowstone Club has been an “If you’ve been on any integral part of making the trails around Big Sky, campaign a success. He has you see brown packages a phenomenal network and emerging from the snow. Dog has been essential in growing excrement has nutrients and support and excitement for bacteria which are harmful our projects,” she said. “He’s to water quality,” explained a phenomenal guy, stepped Task Force education and onto our board of directors communications coordinator and is a great part of the Stephanie Lynn. “Nutrients t e am .” and bacteria are known Ryan Newcomb, director issues in Big Sky. Generally of development for the Task speaking, the water is really Force said the stewardship clean, but there are some of community leaders and issues in some of the streams advocates for the Gallatin in Big Sky.” have allowed the organization The 2018 unprecedented and mission to achieve new algae bloom of the Gallatin heights. Last year’s Gallatin River Cleanup collected an impressive amount of garbage by the river. River remains disconcerting “This momentum has and the group continues allowed us to take our work The Gallatin River Task Force continues to seek potential vendors to participate in the Fair, which takes place research to find its cause. to protect and preserve the volunteers for help in the following capacities: in the Big Sky Town Center park including food vendors, A tremendous task Gallatin further than ever major organizations that would collaborate with our work, force fundraising campaign with: long-needed river- Marketing and Promotion Committee: Help promote and exciting businesses focused on the river, and more. spanning two years hopes access improvement projects Make this a fun event for all by hosting booths such as rock to reach completion – and completed and forthcoming, and market the entire 2019 Gallatin River Festival through social media, posters, postcards, radio, and more. climbing walls, pony rides, kid’s activities, dunk tanks, and the target $1.2 million – at increased water monitoring as much fun as we can create and make happen about the the Gallatin River Festival, and community education Sponsorship and Auction Leads: Your creativity and outreach: Help us find new community organizations, river! which was formerly called program growth, and large Dog Poop Pick Up: Pet waste emerging after the the Gallatin River Fly Fishing investments in organizational businesses, and companies of all sizes to sponsor the event as well as provide awesome auction items to be packaged snowmelt poses a threat to water quality when melting snow Festival. The festival was sustainability,” he said in a carries nutrients and bacteria to rivers and streams. Protect rebranded in an effort to bring press release. together or auctioned live. Items can range from $50 dollars in value to trips and other unique opportunities worth over water quality by picking up pet waste with the Task Force in a more diverse sector of Kristen Gardner, executive staff. The cleanup will be the second week of May with a the community – anyone who director of the Task Force also $10,000. We also need individuals to be a part of this committee to help set-up and check-out at the auction and date TBD. enjoys the river. expressed gratitude to the Big Sky Headwaters Alliance: The Headwaters Alliance The “Gallatin River leaders who spearheaded the assist with event logistics. June 30th Hooked on the Gallatin Banquet: Your is a volunteer-led effort to protect clean water for all in Big Forever” fundraising campaign effort. Sky. A series of committees hosted by the Task Force are began with a private phase “We continue to ask for event planning and vision skills: Help us plan and execute this exclusive and unique community dinner and event that working to implement the recommendations and priorities bolstered by donations and count on the enthusiastic outlined in the Big Sky Sustainable Watershed Plan. from Madison County, the response of our greater happens every year, under a tent along the banks of the Gallatin River. Help with music; food, beverage, and rental Upcoming Meeting: Outreach, Wed., April 24, 10 a.m., Yellowstone Club, and Eric community to help us Big Sky Water and Sewer District & Wendy Schmidt, “as well complete the “Gallatin River reservation orders; and overall event logistics. as tremendous support from Forever” campaign in totality June 29th Outdoor Fair: Invite and identify creative For further information please visit gallatinrivertaskforce.org hundreds of local community and with maximum impact,” members, businesses and she said. Brought to you by:

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Big Sky Medical Center 334 Town Center Avenue Emergency Department 24/7/365 Family Medicine Clinic Weekdays 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. Retail Pharmacy Weekdays 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. Saturday 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.

406-995-6995 | BigSkyMedicalCenter.com LONE PEAK LOOKOUT B9 April 11, 2019

º Becky & Jerry Pape - Broker/Owners 406-995-4848 (Office next to the Exxon) 406-995-4883 (Anytime) | www.triplecreek.com

JUST LISTED - VILLAGE CENTER #328 MEADOW CENTER COMMERCIAL LOT - Exceptional unit with 3 bedrooms & 3 baths and a fireplace - Best & only lot left in the Meadow Village Center - Balcony unit with spectacular mountain views - Unobstructed views of Lone Mountain & golf course - Front desk concierge with a swimming pool and more - Ample parking & access to all shops and businesses $2,000,000 | MLS TBD $695,000 | MLS 326049

PENDING

12 BISON RUN ROAD, UNIT #18 PORCUPINE PARK, LOT 36 - Ski, beach, and lake access from this extra large unit - 6.75+/- acres with a paved road to the lot - 4 bedrooms, 4 baths with a hot tub room - Excellent building site and lots of trees - 2,100 sf with an updated kitchen and spacious family room - Horses allowed & sensational views $749,000 | MLS 330441 $499,000 | MLS 326235 PRICE REDUCED

RIVERVIEW RANCH - TBD BLACK WOLF RIDGE NEW LISTING - SPANISH PEAKS #44 - Remarkable 20 acre property in Riverview Ranch Subdivision - 2,118+/- sf with 2 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms - Head on views of the Porcupine Elk Refuge - Many upgrades throughout this spacious condo - Paved road to a lovely forested lot, horses allowed - Located just off the golf course and near cross-country ski trails $495,000 | MLS 300947 $708,900 | MLS 329388 SELLER FINANCING

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28 NORTH MEADOW VILLAGE - LOT 24 - 11.29 acre lot located just below Mountain Village - .25 acre lot with million dollar views - Just minutes from the ski hill - Located in the heart of Meadow Village - Short ride to Meadow Village amenities - Building site overlooks the valley $925,000 | MLS 321193 $172,500 | MLS 326232

SPORTS Broom Ballers 2019 champions determined

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Jillian Uridel and Jeff Knaub with the Top Shack Whackers show how fun the sport can be. PHOTO COURTESY MARJORIE KNAUB

The Top Shack Whackers took on Boo Box in the championship. PHOTO COURTESY MARJORIE KNAUB

CHAMPIONS! Top Shack Whackers take the title with a score of 6-1. PHOTO COURTESY BIG SKY BROOM BALL LONE PEAK LOOKOUT B10 April 11, 2019

It's still looking a lot like winter! Enjoy the snow while you can! BIG SKY PHOTO BY ERIN LEONARD Living

will include a mix of small-stage and large-venue shows at the appetizers, a $5 specialty cocktail and $2.50 PBRs at the bar. Thursday,April 11 Montana Jack, Chet's Lounge, the Carabiner and the Missouri Ballroom, with most of the shows on Friday, Saturday and Big Sky Big Grass returns for it's 13th year in a row! Sunday. Spend the day on the slopes making first tracks Tuesday, April 16 Music sounds better in the mountains. The four-day festival before spending the evening tracking up the dance floor. will include a mix of small-stage and large-venue shows at the 8:30 p.m. Live music: Lauren & Brian at Big Sky Montana Jack, Chet's Lounge, the Carabiner and the Missouri 8 a.m. St. Joseph’s of Big Sky Catholic Mass at Big Resort’s Carabiner Lounge Ballroom, with most of the shows on Friday, Saturday and Sky Chapel Sunday. Spend the day on the slopes making first tracks before spending the evening tracking up the dance floor. 9:30 a.m. All Saints in Big Sky service at Big Sky Wednesday, April 17 Chapel Ski Big Sky with Penn Staters and Pros A shared ministry of the Episcopal and Lutheran churches. 9 a.m. Heads up winter trail users! The Big Sky The national education team from Professional Ski Instructors Community Organization grooms its trail system today. So, of America and the American Association of Snowboard 11a.m – 2:30 p.m. Big Sky Region Quiz Rally and if you’re looking for some crisp corduroy, today’s the day. Instructors (PSIA-AASI) and Penn State faculty from the Horse Management Seminar Oh, and your four-legged friends are welcome to join in – just College of Health and Human Development’s Recreation, Park Hosted by Big Sky Region Pony Clubs who Promoting make sure to clean up after them. For more information on the and Tourism Management (RPTM) program will host snow horsemanship and sportsmanship in Montana. Regional Quiz BSCO’s free community trail system, visit www.bscomt.org. adventures at this premier resort. http://www.thesnowpros.org rally is open to all members! Stick around Saturday night and For more info. attend the Horse Management Seminar on Sunday!

4 p.m. Al-Anon at Big Sky Chapel 11 a.m. Big Sky Christian Fellowship service at Big Al-Anon is for people who are worried about someone with a Looking ahead.... Sky Chapel drinking problem. 1:30 p.m. Big Sky Resort Ministries non- Saturday, April 20 April 12 denominational church service under the Powder Seeker 2:30 p.m. Annual Pond Skim Friday, chairlift Celebrate the closing of Big Sky’s season with the crazy fun of Big Sky Big Grass returns for it's 13th year in a row! Meet at the logwood cross for a 20-minute service with pond skimming! Music sounds better in the mountains. The four-day festival Chaplain Minister Bradford Lartigue. Watch skiers and riders make their best attempt to cross the will include a mix of small-stage and large-venue shows at the pond on skis Montana Jack, Chet's Lounge, the Carabiner and the Missouri 3 p.m. Big Sky Resort Ministries non-denominational and see who Ballroom, with most of the shows on Friday, Saturday and church service at the top of the Six Shooter lift. will ski, skim Sunday. Spend the day on the slopes making first tracks Meet at the logwood cross for a 20-minute service with or swim. Join before spending the evening tracking up the dance floor. Chaplain Minister Bradford Lartigue. thousands of spectators 9 a.m. Heads up winter trail users! The Big Sky 6 p.m. Live Music: Brian Stumpf at Choppers Grub & to cheer on Community Organization grooms its trail system today. So, Pub your favorites if you’re looking for some crisp corduroy, today’s the day. and soak Oh, and your four-legged friends are welcome to join in – just 9 a.m. Heads up winter trail users! The Big Sky up the rays Community Organization grooms its trail system today. So, all the while make sure to clean up after them. For more information on the Get your pond skim on!. FACEBOOK PHOTO BSCO’s free community trail system, visit www.bscomt.org. if you’re looking for some crisp corduroy, today’s the day. celebrating Oh, and your four-legged friends are welcome to join in – just the end of the winter season. Free to spectate. Registration is 10 a.m. 8 p.m. Trivia Night at Lone Peak Cinema make sure to clean up after them. For more information on the Skimming begins at 2:30 p.m. Teams of one to four compete for movie tickets, drinks and BSCO’s free community trail system, visit www.bscomt.org. more. 3:30 p.m. Stumpy Sundays at Scissorbills Saloon , April 21 Make it a Sunday tradition. Sunday April 13 Saturday, The official last dayof the 2018/19 season. Come get the last of spring skiing Big Sky Big Grass returns for it's 13th year in a row! April 15 Monday, and party with us. Let's celebrate the end of Music sounds better in the mountains. The four-day festival the season. will include a mix of small-stage and large-venue shows at the 5 p.m. Industry Night at the Lotus Pad Montana Jack, Chet's Lounge, the Carabiner and the Missouri Clock out and pop in for local discounts – half-price select Ballroom, with most of the shows on Friday, Saturday and Sunday. Spend the day on the slopes making first tracks before spending the evening tracking up the dance floor.

8:30 a.m – 4 p.m. Big Sky Region Quiz Rally and Horse Management Seminar Hosted by Big Sky Region Pony Clubs who Promoting horsemanship and sportsmanship in Montana. Regional Quiz rally is open to all members! Stick around Saturday night and attend the Horse Management Seminar on Sunday!

Sunday, April 14

Big Sky Big Grass returns for it's 13th year in a row! Music sounds better in the mountains. The four-day festival It is Big Sky Big Grass time again! FACEBOOK PHOTO